A Lesson In Mapology
Ok, I'm on a bridge looking to get to the other side. For dramatic purposes, the path to the end of the bridge is not as clear as it could be and I need a map. The map for me is very specific and tailored to me. The beauty of it is, I get to design it. Not only will it get me to the other side of the bridge, it will keep me on the right course when the bridge has long faded into my rearview mirror. At least, that is the plan. How to does one become a quick study in cartography or map making? What tools are needed?
The start is simply observation. What can be seen and recorded? How much is eaten? What is eaten? How much exercise? Also, record all important measurements? As I've recommended before, journal you daily intake and activity. In addition, I've put some Tools2 Use on the resource page to help provide a framework. We can't take the numbers too literally. They can be helpful in establishing a marker for a starting point.
Those numbers can be used for the comparison only the path. It can also be helpful in determining if goals are reasonable. For instance, if you've decided that you truly want to weigh 125 pounds, not only do you need to reach that goal, you need to maintain that weight. Check out the BMR Calculator. With the your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate), you can determine how many calories it takes to maintain your current weight and how many calories are required for you goal weight. While, the calculator takes into consideration varying levels of activity, I still only consider this a guide. Each of us is unique and how our body responds to food and activity is different.
The point here is to face the truth of what you are doing to determine what adjustments you need to keep on course. You'll have to learn more mapology are you plot your own course.
The start is simply observation. What can be seen and recorded? How much is eaten? What is eaten? How much exercise? Also, record all important measurements? As I've recommended before, journal you daily intake and activity. In addition, I've put some Tools2 Use on the resource page to help provide a framework. We can't take the numbers too literally. They can be helpful in establishing a marker for a starting point.
Those numbers can be used for the comparison only the path. It can also be helpful in determining if goals are reasonable. For instance, if you've decided that you truly want to weigh 125 pounds, not only do you need to reach that goal, you need to maintain that weight. Check out the BMR Calculator. With the your BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate), you can determine how many calories it takes to maintain your current weight and how many calories are required for you goal weight. While, the calculator takes into consideration varying levels of activity, I still only consider this a guide. Each of us is unique and how our body responds to food and activity is different.
The point here is to face the truth of what you are doing to determine what adjustments you need to keep on course. You'll have to learn more mapology are you plot your own course.
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