Originally Posted by
scott757
Diet in the general sense of how I approach food (what I'm eating and how much I'm eating). Not an actual diet.
I had the same issue you've had; a slight weight increase, I assume due to muscle replacing fat. I am loosing weight and my body is changing shape; e.g. 2 holes on the belt and pants in constant danger of falling. The weight is just a number that does not really matter, except to be in the group
. Fitness is the important thing here.
Now the issue of what or more to the point how you eat is important. I ride 3 - 4 time a week, 12+ miles on each ride, and try to never be winded (about 135 bps average heart rate). Your mileage may vary but in my case the evening of a ride I eat something (e.g. tofu curry) that is high in protein. Other days I go for high fiber food, mostly vegetables.
Protein and fiber are harder for your body to process so you feel full and that help with the cravings. If I have cravings, I get up and do something instead of walking to the fridge.
All the best