So I want abs. Got questions tho

[BLAZO da GAWD]

I've been reading up on how to obtain abs, abs myths, ab diets, etc

Breh, how is this shyt possible brehs??

The general idea is to burn more calorie than u ingest. I get that. But i feel like the calorie i burn arent distributed well. For example, I play soccer competitively. Just installed some calorie counter app today. For break, I ingested 770 calories alone. I had half an apple (40 calories), 1 egg on two slices of whole wheat bread (290 calories total), and a Met-Rx big 100 protein bar (370 calories). I haven't eaten since then, which was around noon, and I'm STARVING. I took an hour nap (idk how many calories are burned during that) and I have a soccer game later tonight that'll last about 60 min. 60 min of competitive soccer burns about 840 calories of fat. Before soccer tho, I'm going to pump some weights at the gym.

My point is, how the hell is it possible to have a negative caloric intake without still being starving and given the amount of physical activity I'm enduring. My rigorous soccer game tonight will basically only burn off my breakfast from this morning and I haven't even had lunch or dinner yet. Lets say me pumping weights negates one of those meals. What about the other one? I have no more time for physical activity today and I'll end the day with still a positive caloric intake

Seriously, how is obtaining abs trough negative caloric intake possible if you don't have an eating disorder or something?

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

My body fat is hovering around 17% btw. I'm 5'11, 185lbs

 

[awkwardblackgirl]

Negative caloric intake? Where did you read that from? It seems like you're not really understanding some of the things you're reading about fat loss because there's a lot of stuff in your post that is not factually correct.

When trying to lose weight, the idea is to create a calorie DEFICIT. That is NOT the same as negative caloric intake. A calorie deficit is the difference between the amount you have to eat to maintain your current weight, and the amount you have to eat to get to your desired weight. The first thing you need to do is figure out how much you're currently eating, and how much you need to cut out to start shedding weight. Diet plays a bigger part than exercise as far as this is concerned.

When you burn calories, it's not only fat that is being used as energy. In fact, whatever carbs you have in your system is what is going to get burned first. So if you're eating a lot of carbs, your fat stores might not even get touched during your workout. Something to keep in mind...

The first step you have to take is figuring out what your current eating patterns are and what you can do to change them. Low carb/high protein is definitely a good place to start when putting your meals together. If your diet is trash, you can do a million ab exercises and not see anything because you're not doing anything to target your fat stores.

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

Negative caloric intake? Where did you read that from? It seems like you're not really understanding some of the things you're reading about fat loss because there's a lot of stuff in your post that is not factually correct.

When trying to lose weight, the idea is to create a calorie DEFICIT. That is NOT the same as negative caloric intake. A calorie deficit is the difference between the amount you have to eat to maintain your current weight, and the amount you have to eat to get to your desired weight. The first thing you need to do is figure out how much you're currently eating, and how much you need to cut out to start shedding weight. Diet plays a bigger part than exercise as far as this is concerned.

When you burn calories, it's not only fat that is being used as energy. In fact, whatever carbs you have in your system is what is going to get burned first. So if you're eating a lot of carbs, your fat stores might not even get touched during your workout. Something to keep in mind...

The first step you have to take is figuring out what your current eating patterns are and what you can do to change them. Low carb/high protein is definitely a good place to start when putting your meals together. If your diet is trash, you can do a million ab exercises and not see anything because you're not doing anything to target your fat stores.

i already eat a high protein, low carb diet. in fact, i have been for a couple months now. still, my gut still always looks bloated

 

[awkwardblackgirl]

What's a typical break down of what you eat daily?

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

should i review what a typical day from me looks like, diet-wise?

edit: saw ur post late @awkwardblackgirl

(fyi, i meant caloric deficit)

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

instant oatmeal + milk (3 packs of the Quaker brand)

or

met-rx big 100 protein bar for breakfast

3 or 4 chicken breasts for lunch

3 or 4 chicken breasts for dinner or a 7oz steak with a chicken cesear salad

i dont usually have sides with em

lots of Naked granola crunch (vanilla) and Mr. Planters almonds

@awkwardblackgirl

 

[HHR]

I've been reading up on how to obtain abs, abs myths, ab diets, etc

Breh, how is this shyt possible brehs??

The general idea is to burn more calorie than u ingest. I get that. But i feel like the calorie i burn arent distributed well. For example, I play soccer competitively. Just installed some calorie counter app today. For break, I ingested 770 calories alone. I had half an apple (40 calories), 1 egg on two slices of whole wheat bread (290 calories total), and a Met-Rx big 100 protein bar (370 calories). I haven't eaten since then, which was around noon, and I'm STARVING. I took an hour nap (idk how many calories are burned during that) and I have a soccer game later tonight that'll last about 60 min. 60 min of competitive soccer burns about 840 calories of fat. Before soccer tho, I'm going to pump some weights at the gym.

My point is, how the hell is it possible to have a negative caloric intake without still being starving and given the amount of physical activity I'm enduring. My rigorous soccer game tonight will basically only burn off my breakfast from this morning and I haven't even had lunch or dinner yet. Lets say me pumping weights negates one of those meals. What about the other one? I have no more time for physical activity today and I'll end the day with still a positive caloric intake

Seriously, how is obtaining abs trough negative caloric intake possible if you don't have an eating disorder or something?

Important note: your body will burn calories all day, not just when you're exercising.

 

[HHR]

instant oatmeal + milk (3 packs of the Quaker brand)

or

met-rx big 100 protein bar for breakfast

3 or 4 chicken breasts for lunch

3 or 4 chicken breasts for dinner or a 7oz steak with a chicken cesear salad

i dont usually have sides with em

lots of Naked granola crunch (vanilla) and Mr. Planters almonds

@awkwardblackgirl

How big are these ck breasts? That sounds like a shytload of food for one meal

Without knowing specifics, if you're active and maintain a 1800-2000 cal/day diet (assuming they're not shyt calories), you'll see results.

 

[awkwardblackgirl]

I have some things I would recommend, but hopefully more people will post with their opinions...

Eat smaller meals throughout the day.

Add some protein to your breakfast.

If you're eating the oatmeal from the packets, make sure it's not flavored. There's a bunch of extra sugar and shyt in there you don't need. You can also just buy oatmeal in bulk (it's cheaper) flavor it with fruit, cinnamon, raisins, etc..

Ditch the protein bar and get your protein from real food or the whey protein that people like to get (don't know much about it, but I'm guessing it doesn't have all the added stuff that a protein bar would have).

Round out your meals with some dark leafy greens and a carb like brown rice, quinoa, or sweet potato. I suggest the meal with the highest amount of carbs be the one before your workout. So, if you workout in the morning, your carb-y meal would be dinner.

Ditch the granola. It has a lot of sugar.

The almonds are okay, just eat them in moderation because they have a lot of calories for a small amount.

Count your calories. I've found that eating more frequently can cause you to over eat, so you're going to want to make sure you are accountable for everything that goes into your mouth.

Focus on eating as much real food as possible, avoid processed food. It really does make a huge difference.

What is your workout routine like?

 

[MMS]

side note building off @awkwardblackgirl 's post

dont get sucked into counting calories burned via exercise, its a surefire way to get inaccuracies and an unconsistent deficit

once you find your cal range stick to it, my opinion is 2 decent sized meals and a protein shake

you can get a man's sized meal and hit your protein. makes it easier to cook/order out

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

What is your workout routine like?

haven't lifted in about a month but i work often where i'm on my feet 6-10 hours a day nonstop and i play a 90+ min game of soccer every sunday

i'll upload a pic of my gut by the end of the nite. whatever i'm doing, my gut shouldn't look like this

for the record, i don't eat processed foods really either. but man, wtf do yall do for snacking? 2 meals a day and a protein shake is what yall recommend? how do u not starve?!

also, what do u suggest for protein in the morning. just a shake? i HATE the test of whey protein. i've tried at least 6 different brands since high school and they all induce gag reflexes nearly. i guess this is the price i'll have to pay tho

 

[HHR]

Ditch the protein bar and get your protein from real food or the whey protein that people like to get (don't know much about it, but I'm guessing it doesn't have all the added stuff that a protein bar would have).

This, without question.

Most protein powder options will run about $1/serving...and each serving will provide 20-25g protein (depending on brand), with FAR lower fat and sugar content. They're slightly less convenient, but other than that their a much better option.

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

i spent $30 on 12 bars today . can i at least finish em?

the protein bar is convenient as hell. i have class at 8:30am three days a week and i simply dont have time to cook a meal in the mornings. after my 8:30 class, i have two more classes after that so i dont get a break until 11:30am. im dying of hunger by this time if i dont sneak a protein bar in between classes. what do?

 

[BLAZO da GAWD]

@MMSex, whats a good target calorie/day i should aim for?

also, i'm slim every where else guys. its literally just my stomach. it almost makes me feel like i just have alotta air in there because i always look bloated. i've been thinking about using gas medicine and detoxing...