I’m currently a lump of chocolate and cheese, but once the new year hits, I’m determined to make 2026 the year I finally get back to a healthy weight (I’ve lost about 20 pounds, with about 80-100 to go). I’m pretty good about exercising regularly, but, as they say, abs are made in the kitchen. Those who have successfully lost weight, is there anything you particularly recommend for maintaining a calorie deficit to lose the weight, and then avoiding gaining it back later on?
Track everything you eat. I use the Energize app becasue it’s private but there are lots out there. Eat the correct balance of carbs, protein, veg, etx. Get your daily calorie limit from your doctor…
Exercise as regularly as you can but remember you can’t outrun your fork.
Hydrate.
That’s it. Everything else is pretty much smoke and mirrors. It is not easy.
Mainly, cook your own food. Stop eating out.I found the America’s Test Kitchen Skillet Recipes and Best Soups to be amazing.