I’ve been gaining muscle, but the fat hasn’t budged. Not sure what I’m doing wrong other than my hormones are fighting against me. I’m in perimenopause.
@@mpTraveller87 Sadly, been doing both keto and intermittent fasting (usually 16:8, but sometimes longer when possible) for a good four years now and while I lost weight in the beginning, definitely been plateaued for well over a year, even with much more exercise in my life (usually 5 days a week). Definitely think I'm fighting an uphill battle against hormones at this point.
The hardest part about eating in a calorie deficit is always stressing out about getting enough protein, especially since I hate protein foods I like beans cheese and yogurt But I hate meat eggs and fish
Try some of these options here, this is my protein-first cheat sheet and has some other ideas for you: jjvirgin.com/proteincheatsheet This protein-first smoothie guide also shows you how to drink more protein instead :) jjvirgin.com/loadedsmoothie
Hi @candicedoughty3761 Too much of anything, including protein, can indeed lead to digestive issues like constipation, especially if there's not enough fiber or fluids in your diet to balance it out. If you're concerned about protein causing constipation, consider incorporating a variety of protein sources and balancing each meal with fiber-rich foods. Also, digestive enzymes can be a game-changer by helping your body break down proteins more effectively. We hope this helps! -Team JJ
Getting enough protein is REALLY hard. I have gastric issues with digesting beans, and I really hate tofu. I've tried cooking it so many ways and it makes me gag. The only protein I really eat is eggs, lean chicken breasts, and fat free cottage cheese. I use 1% fat milk, and I eat low fat cheese. Getting all that protein is TOUGH. I can use a protein powder, but how many times can you guzzle a liquid protein smoothie in a week? I get sick of liquid and need filling FOOD. Can you help with the protein intake? I live alone so making huge amounts of chicken or lean beef for protein each week is not economical for me since I end up throwing away food as it spoils before I can eat it. What else can I eat for enough protein? I eat fish, too.
Seeing you on a walking pad wearing a weighted vest, all while working is just so ridiculous! What you’re recommending is so impractical that it seems like a joke. Unless you’re not employed, there is no way to get 10,000 to 12,000 steps per day and incorporate the minimum three 30-minute strength training workouts per week recommended by health professionals. You might be able to reach that goal on your days off, but on work days it’s not possible.
Get my Protein Cheat Sheet here: jjvirgin.com/proteincheatsheet
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I’ve been gaining muscle, but the fat hasn’t budged. Not sure what I’m doing wrong other than my hormones are fighting against me. I’m in perimenopause.
Same. :(
Same
You might want to watch this video to see if HRT would be helpful: ua-cam.com/video/RiqsQEKYShM/v-deo.html
“ Intermittent “ intermittent fasting worked for me. It took a while to get going and was slow but solid. Before that no movement
@@mpTraveller87 Sadly, been doing both keto and intermittent fasting (usually 16:8, but sometimes longer when possible) for a good four years now and while I lost weight in the beginning, definitely been plateaued for well over a year, even with much more exercise in my life (usually 5 days a week). Definitely think I'm fighting an uphill battle against hormones at this point.
Would you do a video on HRT and what you currently take?
Yes! I made this one here: ua-cam.com/video/RiqsQEKYShM/v-deo.html
The hardest part about eating in a calorie deficit is always stressing out about getting enough protein, especially since I hate protein foods
I like beans cheese and yogurt
But I hate meat eggs and fish
Try some of these options here, this is my protein-first cheat sheet and has some other ideas for you: jjvirgin.com/proteincheatsheet
This protein-first smoothie guide also shows you how to drink more protein instead :) jjvirgin.com/loadedsmoothie
My gastroenterologist told me taking too much protein is what caused me to be constpated. Scared to do a lot of protein. What do you think???
Hi @candicedoughty3761 Too much of anything, including protein, can indeed lead to digestive issues like constipation, especially if there's not enough fiber or fluids in your diet to balance it out. If you're concerned about protein causing constipation, consider incorporating a variety of protein sources and balancing each meal with fiber-rich foods. Also, digestive enzymes can be a game-changer by helping your body break down proteins more effectively. We hope this helps! -Team JJ
Biggest takeaway for me is SUGAR , that is my nemesis
This is impossible if you have plantar fasciitis and just standing, let alone walking or jumping, is agony. I’m so fed up!
Getting enough protein is REALLY hard. I have gastric issues with digesting beans, and I really hate tofu. I've tried cooking it so many ways and it makes me gag. The only protein I really eat is eggs, lean chicken breasts, and fat free cottage cheese. I use 1% fat milk, and I eat low fat cheese. Getting all that protein is TOUGH. I can use a protein powder, but how many times can you guzzle a liquid protein smoothie in a week? I get sick of liquid and need filling FOOD. Can you help with the protein intake? I live alone so making huge amounts of chicken or lean beef for protein each week is not economical for me since I end up throwing away food as it spoils before I can eat it. What else can I eat for enough protein? I eat fish, too.
I have scoliosis, adding additional weight to my spine is not an option. What other ways might I add impact to my walking? Will ankle weights work?
Yes ankle weights are a great option!
i HEARD THE WEIGHTED VEST ARE BAD IF i HAVE NECK PROBLEMS
Link for protein cheat sheet isn't working for me. Is there another link?
Hi @dlaru1376 here is the direct link for the Protein Cheat Sheet discover.jjvirgin.com/protein-cheat-sheet-org-1 Hope this helps! -Team JJ
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Seeing you on a walking pad wearing a weighted vest, all while working is just so ridiculous! What you’re recommending is so impractical that it seems like a joke. Unless you’re not employed, there is no way to get 10,000 to 12,000 steps per day and incorporate the minimum three 30-minute strength training workouts per week recommended by health professionals. You might be able to reach that goal on your days off, but on work days it’s not possible.