It’s my birthday today and I needed this reminder to help me stay on my diet and go for a walk. All great tips. I need to avoid more carbs than you do, but being precise is key when it comes to food; more than I ever realized. Thank you for the inspiration!
I have started using the weighted vest in the last month, doing RU-vid videos at work on my breaks and walking on treadmill when I get home. I work 10 hour days so I don’t have much time. During the week I have to meal prep because I’m crunched for time!! The only thing I don’t do is weigh my food and I have before and it totally makes a difference
Hi Melissa, I am now 30. I have been incorporating these since my 20s and they work.. So these tips can work for almost anyone.. Your video inspires us all.Keep going...You are awesome!!! ❤❤❤
You look great. I’m in my mid 40’s and I am starting meal prep today. I don’t have a scale yet but I do have measuring cups in the meantime. You look amazing.
I’ve been trying to be more intentional about my exercise. I do water aerobics with resistance noodles, five days a week. I try to walk 30 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes in the evening but with 113° temperature I’ve had to change my plan Around. I’m 62 and had my knee replaced, but unfortunately the surgery failed but I’m not using that as an excuse. I never thought of weighing my food, but I do do meal prep. I’m looking forward to incorporating more weight training and as I’ve noticed my muscles have been on the decline. You have put the motivation back on my heart to want to see myself shredded again. Thank you for what you do! 🎉🥰💝💐🥂
It’s amazing to see your dedication and adaptability, especially with such challenging conditions! Adding weight training could definitely help with muscle maintenance and growth.
Yes I meal prep. I Lift weights but now using the breathing technique you showed and improving. I am getting in my walking. I am 69. Thank you so much.
Yes I have!! Weight training I’ve been doing for years since high school and I know for sure that why people think I’m a good 15 years younger than I am!
Yes, I immediately started prepping meals ahead of time when I started watching your videos as that has been my biggest problem. I tended to grab the first thing I saw when I was starving. I feel very secure in my abilities to succeed when I look in the refrigerator and see breakfast, lunch and dinner already there. Thank you for all your recommendations for meals.
Yes, I have been meal prepping before all of this Arizona heat this summer. I am planning on going away for a few days with my family for a couple of days and definitely will be bring food for all of us. I always bring lots of veggies, chicken breasts, salads, fruit and lots of drinks. Especially lots of water. I have been walking a lot and going swimming when I can. I hope to swim on our short vacation and walk in the beautiful mountains too! I am sure the hotel has a fitness center for me to continue my weight lifting too!
Thank you for the videos, they are like little reminders to keep on track, very motivating. When I watch you videos I think that if you can do it I also can do it, a little bit of work each day to get great results on the long term
Love this breakdown of what works. A nice concise reminder. So excited to be in year two of focusing on these four things. They really work but it takes time and consistency and the big payoff comes over time. Be patient and don’t give up! It is the most worthwhile investment I have ever made!
I have incorporated these habits and I am successful after 7 months on a cut. I took a year to build muscle. I just need to stay diligent, which I usually am
Does the breakfast of oats and lots of sugars not give you a glucose spike? Spikes make me want to binge. Will be 47 this month and a restaurant outing or binge cause me a 3-6 lb weight gain, then it takes 1 week to get back to my 132 lb base weight. 🤷🏻♀️That sucks!
Carbs are not all the same. Oats are complex carbs that won’t spike your blood sugar. Look for steel cut and traditional rolled oats, not quick or instant. Also, oats have lots of fiber!
Thanks for sharing, for the oats, always check the contents of the brand you use and make sure it doesn't have added sugars on it. For protein powders, you can also use one that doesn't have added sugar. You can see my recommendations here: www.amazon.com/shop/msmelissaneill
Hi Melissa , being older I find it hard to keep up my work out in a regular basis ! I still work & I get back exhausted and in my head , there’s a I can’t to my workout tonight ! How many times a work does one have ti work out for my to make a difference ? Thank you 🙏
It can be challenging to balance workouts with a busy schedule, especially when feeling tired after work. Consistency is key, so aim for at least 3-4 workouts per week. Even short sessions can make a difference, focusing on exercises you enjoy and that fit your energy levels. Listen to your body and adjust your routine as needed. Every effort counts towards your progress!
I cooked all my healthy meals yesterday (quinoa, shrimp spring rolls, air fried cauliflower bites), it was worth scheduling and spending the day getting ready for the week. Your videos help to remind me to plan bcs it’s dangerous when the hunger monster 👹 comes out. 😹 I’ve lost 8 lbs, so far, walking with my doggie 🐶 every morning and after dinner. Thank you 🙏🏼 for all your efforts to keep everyone on the right track.❤
Meal prep and measuring is essential, I know it takes time and is not easy, but if you want the results you have to invest some time and make an effort
Not sure if you have already done it but a more completed video about weighing food would be great. Like raw or cooked, the tips....specially with meal prep where you prepare some portions afterwards. I have personally tried meal preps but didn´t work for me. What it works its to have some veg already cooked (stewed) in the freezer so that part save me time with any meat Im cooking on spot. But I didn´t think about freezing carbs (rice, etc) , there is a lot of debate against it as well.
I want to get shredded at 52! In January 2024, I switched to a mostly plant based diet. This change, along with some other life stressors, has interrupted my strength training. Not sure how to get started again.
About a year ago Melissa went through what I believe to be the stressors of menopause where she had no energy. Maybe you can find the video for that and what she did to overcome. You may possibly be going through menopause yourself. It's not easy but keep educating yourself and be kind and patient to yourself during this time. ❤🎉
@@di4085Thank you for the advice about the video. I’m definitely in menopause but those symptoms are under control. There was a shift in late January after my mom experienced a stroke. I’m going to ask my doctor to order bloodwork to check my nutritional status.
Good call going to your doctor. You got this! I know you can do it! Once you're ready, feel free checking my FREE programs here: melissaneill.com/free-stuff/
I’m will tell you that swimming in the pool for 1 hour every day is more enjoyable than a lot of HIIT workouts and lm finding that lm losing inches around my waist faster
Thank you for such good tips. One question I have about the weighted vest. How heavy should it be? I strength train twice per week, do Reformer Pilates twice per week and ballet twice per week. I would like to incorporate more walking. Thank you.
Good question! I recommend starting with a vest that is 5-10% of your body weight. Since you're already active with strength training, Pilates, and ballet, this should be a manageable addition. Gradually increase the weight as you get comfortable.
Thank you for the awesome video. I've watched most of your videos and currently on my third month. I notice the difference already. I just need to invest in a scale.
You can mix fiber, electrolytes, creatine, protein powder, and collagen together in a smoothie or shake. Just make sure to follow the recommended dosages for each supplement and check that their flavors complement each other. Always start with small amounts to ensure they mix well and are palatable.
You can sign up for my free nutrition guide here: melissaneill.com/opt-in-meal-plan/ or join the FREE program, it has a meal plan you can use as well melissaneill.com/free-7-day-plan/ If you have questions or need help with anything, feel free to email me at info@melissaneill.com so I won't miss it! 🙂
Melissa, what if you don’t like Cardio? I prefer lifting weight. I am just stuck at 256 I can’t get out of the 250s it’s making me sad. I am strong but heavy. Will your programs help me? I am starting a juice fast to help
I freaking hate to train, so demanding, so much discipline, it hurts, it risk giving me injuries that is expensive to treat, there is absolutely no signs of training unless you also manage steel discipline on the food too...the whole thing feels like a unpaid slavery job and i absolutely hate it.
I hear you carrino. I am a therapist and have struggled in the same way. For women like us, it’s important to figure out how our connection to food, restriction, discipline and punishment/reward plays into our relationship with food and self-image. Sorry, there’s no way out but doing the work. Find a great therapist that deals with eating disorders first then we can figure out the rest. Blessings & Prayers ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️
