Half of me wants to die

Ah, same dilemma here.

(Trying to build lean muscle mass while losing body fat.)

*Sounds counter productive but a good way to boost metabolism is to eat 6 small healthy meals throughout the day. Preferably every 2 hours, and refrain from eating after 8pm.

*Be conscious of dressing, condiments and seasonings . They can literally defeat the purpose of eating wise be case of there huge calorie and sodium content in rather small servings.

*Refrain from red meats (Beef and pork) and choose (Grilled/Baked) fish and chicken.

*There’s the obvious rule of staying away from soda, fried foods, candy and processed foods in that same nature.

*Fiber found in grains/fruits can be a great ally.

*Beans, rice and nuts can be great sources of protein which in turn, help with muscle development and recovery.

*Drink tons of water.

*Always have a full nights rest everyday.

*Never forget cardio 3 to 5 times a week.

*Protein shakes, juicing and meal replacements are beneficial when one has a crunched schedule.
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But, don’t over emphasize your weight. Learn to be comfortable in your own skin and don’t torture yourself if you don’t see progress everyday. Some things just take time and it’s best to take thing day by day, baby steps at a time. Set small weekly goals that don’t revolve around a scale number but more of a rep number in your excerises like doing an extra minute of jogging or ten more sit ups in a given session. And give yourself cheat days here and there, they work miracles in counteracting temptations throughout the week and use them as incentives/rewards as a job well done.

And for most, set these goals for yourself. Never set goals to prove people otherwise, because ultimately you will only cause needless distress for yourself and you will be stuck in a cycle of futility.

Hope I am of some small help. I really wish you the best in your goals but ultimately of you being confident with who you are.

Take care.