FITNESS
...Energy
"It's math not magic! 17 gummy bears (which can be eaten in
20 seconds – we scientifically tested this last night) = 140 calories! By
definition a calorie is 'the energy it takes to raise the temperature of 1 gram
of water 1 degree Celsius.' The important word to take away from this
definition is ENERGY. Calories are ENERGY that fuel our bodies; much like
gasoline fuels our cars. It takes an excess of 3500 calories to gain 1 lb. of
fat. To lose weight you need to use/burn more calories then you consume.
How many calories do I need to maintain my weight? For sedentary people: Weight x 14 =
estimated cal/day. For people who are moderately active: Weight x 17 =
estimated cal/day. For active people: Weight x 20 = estimated cal/day. To
achieve a weight loss of 1 pound per week, you need to take the above number
that you arrived at and subtract 500. Now, put down the gummy bears, pull out
the calculator and find your number. Knowledge is power!" (HBWG)
Noted. This was really interesting. I've never counted calories, but seems worth the time and pounds. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteYes, it's definitely worth it to me. I'm an avid calorie counter; it has helped me to loose over 40 lbs. One day I will actually share my wieght loss journey - my new lifestyle.
DeleteOMG counting calories is a nightmare!!!
ReplyDeletelol, it can be sometimes, but it keeps me accountable for what I put into my body; so I count.
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