WHAT I ATE THEN VS. NOW|FITNESS & WEIGHT LOSS STORYTIME

[@brandyowens4434]

This is eye opening. I have 5 kids and consider myself active by cleaning my home and chasing the kids. I started putting on weight this year. I really need to evaluate my diet and activities. Thank you! I'm really loving the busy mom can work out thing you've got going on. Keep up with the motivation

[@GraceandGrit]

Brandy Owens ahh yes mama! Sometimes we have to get really honest with ourselves before change is found! You can do it!

[@amandarandolph4119]

Your old self sounds so much like me... this gives me so much hope. Thank you!

[@roshenaranizam5434]

I have 3 kids (oldest is 5 and baby is 6 months) and we are homeschooling too. I have gained 30lbs since marriage and it has increased with each child. Your meals from prior to losing weight are pretty much what I eat daily too. Sometimes when I'm tired in the evenings I grab a tub of ice cream to just rest or relax and I am seeing my weight go up. Its encouraging to know that other mamas have been through similar struggles and I can change my lifestyle too. You are such an encouragement. Now I feel motivated to eat healthier and be more active. Thank you

[@bytesofmemory]

You inspired me a few months ago when you told me not to give up. I knew I needed some more detailed help since I clearly didn't know what was healthy for me. I joined weight watchers a few weeks ago and have lost 9.4 pounds so far. My biggest change has been in breakfast as well. I would eat a bagel or cereal before.. but now I am having eggs w/ spinach or sweet potato or overnight oats. I need to add a few other options into my rotation so I don't get burnt out on anything. It is amazing how eating more protein really holds you over to the next meal! Thanks again for the encouragement! I will keep you posted on my progress.

[@GraceandGrit]

Lindsay Whitcomb ahhhhh hooray!!!! 9 lbs is HUGE! I am so so so happy for you! Can’t wait to hear your progress!

[@Belovelyava]

Thank you for keeping this video up! I really needed to hear this!

[@casavasquez8850]

Omg this was such a good video.. 4 years ago I lost 40lbs over the course of 10-12 months. I still had more to loose but I stayed consistent up until a year and a half ago.. I have slowly started to put back on the lbs.. I have put back 15 lbs. it’s just been bad choices and not being as active. I was also getting steroid/lidocaine injections in my neck for my for my migraines. That was when I noticed my wight really fluctuate. About 8 months ago I decided to stop the injections.. my wight doesn’t yo-yo so much but it’s just getting back in to a healthy routine and breaking the bad habits.. your story sounds so simple.. it’s like we look for ways to take the wight off fast. But it’s not a fast thing.. it takes time and consistency. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@GraceandGrit]

Kim Vasquez ahhh yes! I’m so sorry you’ve struggled health wise, that’s an extra hurdle to overcome! I am with you though, we want it to be so complicated but it just isn’t.

[@mullinsp3]

Thank you! You have a gift for providing information without being hurtful or preachy.

[@GraceandGrit]

Paulette Mullins wow that means a lot to me! ❤️❤️❤️

[@mullinsp3]

You do a great job of caring for your viewers! I always choose fitness/health videos carefully. The last thing I need is to feel like I can't get to where I want to be. I'll keep watching ALL of your videos! Keep up the good work!

[@MrsAllieMac]

Love love love your content. I just found your channel recently and have truly enjoyed every single video I have watched. Until I scrolled past this one,, I had no idea you lost 90 lbs! I thought you were one of those "always fit, never have to count calories girls who has it all together" but I am blown away. Congratulations for keeping it off and sharing to inspire others! I also am a homeschooling mom and have been racking my brain why I haven't been able to lose my baby weight. I've had 3 kids in 5 years, plus my 2 step kids and always think my "running around" with them was enough. I used to be a waitress and have never really been able to just "sit down" but yet have always struggled with my weight. I eat pretty healthy, lots of veggies and "active" like you said, but your first "overweight diet" description just described my diet and what I eat on a busy day to a tee. I know I need to eat more protein and have struggled because I don't like eating that much meat... I honestly try to eat a mostly vegetarian diet, and simple carbs sneak in so easily! And I dont ever go for the chips and ice cream (that's my husband lol!) It's literally taking the time to make something nutritious for myself is what is lacking. I eat my kids leftovers instead of making myself a sandwich so as not to waste, get so busy I forget to eat sometimes and then I end up snacking with my husband late at night because I wasn't intentional with what I ate all day. I have tried the starch solution and that didn't seem to work for me and now I am watching your fitness videos for inspiration. Thank you again for sharing, God bless! ❤

[@Rosepetal81]

Just found you here on KZbin because I’m a new homeschool mom. And I just wanted to say thank you. I loved this video because it truly resonated with me. I keep putting off taking better care of myself because I don’t have the “right schedule to work out”.

[@littlejoyeveryday8675]

thank you Ashlee for this video.you made me think my typical day of eating and how my idealic day of eating would look like.thanks again.greetings to your family

[@mayracasarez9354]

I've been so busy that I knew I had some videos I hadn't seen, but this was eye opening, I did start some chnages a few weeks ago but sugar it's definitely really hard to let go, trying really hard and seeing change in the last few months it's definitely encouraging but this video gives me the push and confidence I can make it! I can't wait to have my compare and contrast too!! lol

[@GraceandGrit]

Mayra Choto it won’t take long!!!! Give up a little bit at a time! 👊🏻

[@BeautifullyBlissfulButterfly]

I lost 75 lbs over the past 2 years. I have 4 kids as well (two are twins). ;)

[@GraceandGrit]

Delight Yourself In The Lord amazing job mama!

[@ABeautifulHorizonTV]

I really enjoyed this! I need to up my protein for sure. I am on the opposite side. I would like to gain some muscle. It's always inspiring to hear a success story!

[@GraceandGrit]

A Beautiful Horizon thankyou! Yes 99% of women eat too little protein and it’s actually what we need the most of regardless of being over/under weight!

[@jennifercovington7949]

That was helpful, thank you! :) I would LOVE to see a step-by-step tutorial on how you do your make-up (if you have time). It looks so natural and tasteful!! I seriously cannot figure out how to put makeup on... all the tutorials online show too much glamour, not an every day look. BTW, you're a great mom! I appreciate your videos! :)

[@GraceandGrit]

Jennifer Covington you’re so sweet! I will def do another mom look soon! Thankyou!

[@rseagulls100]

Thank you for sharing this ! It really helped me to see that my eating is not well right now. I am 25 lbs. overweight and hating it! I've never had a weight problem up until 3 years ago. So annoying! You have inspired me to eat better!! Thank you! You look beautiful as always.

[@GraceandGrit]

Rosie S. Thankyou for your sweet words! You can do it! One day and one choice at a time!

[@rseagulls100]

Grace and Grit Thank you! I appreciate the encouragement. Have a great week!

[@BridgesFamily2008]

Fantastic video! I love your energy when describing your eating habits now. Your energy is contagious!

[@HG-te1xr]

This was what I was needing today. Your starting point is similar to where I am starting at right now. I'm a homeschooling mom and just had our 5th baby in February. Lately, I am just feeling ready to start getting into a routine and trying to get back to a healthy weight and energy level. Any ideas on how to slowly begin to exercise. My trouble seems to be having 5 kiddos under 8 years old and a husband in busy season of work where I need to have kids all the time. I don't have family around or such to watch my kids, so I would need to find ways to be active while bringing the kids along for the 'adventure'. This encourages me to make some changes to my diet. It totally resonated for me, so thank you for sharing!

[@polarbarr21]

I had my 5th in December and my oldest is 9. My husband works long hours and I too am alone with my kids most of the time. I don't have time to go to a gym, so I workout at home. I recently decided to try Beachbody on demand and I really like it so far. I used to buy the dvd's. I workout while my baby naps in the afternoon.

[@sarahmccandlish1993]

Ashlee, can you share what your sources were for learning about food? Did you learn from the internet? Or maybe could you recommend some books? I personally have been aware of the need to make changes in the diet of myself and especially my family for at least a year consciously. I feel very overwhelmed with all of the advice out there and have no idea where to start or how! Also, how would one know which sources for learning about food and what your body needs are knowledgeable and trustworthy? I love your videos! You are always a pick-me-up on down days and make the happy days brighter. Keep up the good work!

[@GraceandGrit]

Sarah McCandlish awe thankyou! That makes my heart so happy! It is overwhelming that is for sure! I’ll work on gathering some resources to share with you guys! I’ve learned as I’ve gone, and with my certifications.

[@amandasandoval4447]

Wow, I am exactly where you used to be and really need to get back on track. I used to be on track but I've really slipped over that past year (my first year homeschooling) and I can totally feel it and see it. I'm excited to get back on track❤

[@GraceandGrit]

Amanda Sandoval you can do it mama! Making that time for you will help you school your kiddos better!

[@Lynnaraye]

You remind me so much of my cousin ...named Ashley hehe.. She looks a lot like you. Also, she speaks like you do in a soft and articulate voice. I just had to share. Congratulations on getting healthier and thank you for sharing your story !

[@katyspencer7972]

Thank you so much for your wonderful encouragement! I'm a mom of three in three years (ages, 3, 2, 1 lol) with hopefully another on the way soonish. I love working out at home with the kiddos around or before they wake up. I have fallen off of my good food habits I had formed a year ago with focusing too much on having a good breastmilk supply (mom life, right? Silly things we worry about). I love how you shared what you ate before and now, it shows a drastic difference of the foods that turn into sugar in our body and the importance of replacing those with good protein rich foods! Looking forward to creeping on your channel more and getting to know you better :)

[@DansonforJoy]

This was so relatable! Thank you for sharing the changes you've made. :)

[@GraceandGrit]

Danson for Joy so glad you could relate!

[@DansonforJoy]

I was just telling my husband about this video, how you had four kids in four years. :) I've had five kids (twins last time) and three miscarriages over the last six years, and my body is woefully out of shape. It's exciting to see a woman who started where I am now and achieved a fit body in just a few years. :) Very encouraging!

[@PepperandPine]

I'm on my fitness journey now and can't seem to make the changes necessary to see the body changes. I eat similar to how you eat now. Eggs for breakfast, protein and greens for lunch and fruit or something similar in the afternoon. I don't usually have a full dinner and usually as a family we eat a big lunch as our main meal. I do like my chocolate, but I'm not a fan of breads and pastas, so that helps. I recently got into a vegan protein shake my personal trainer recommended. I know my water intake has diminished recently. I'm looking forward to revamping my fitness routine in the new year. Maybe small changes like switching to egg whites instead of eggs and skipping sugar and reducing the cream in my coffee will help :)

[@christinewalker9115]

I am worried about my weight gain. I had lost all the baby by 2 months. But but 5 months my weight started increasing. Now he is 8 months old and I am the heaviest I have ever been ( even heavier than when I was pregnant). I don't know what will get me to make the changes I need to. Your story is inspiring.

[@angiesteuck]

I just came across this video today. You are such an inspiration! When you started eating better did you change your meals all at once? I started runnimg this summer and I do that 3 to 4 times a week. But I struggle with eating healthier.

[@GraceandGrit]

Angie Steuck I started mostly with just changing a few major things at a time. Then as I saw change I started to change more:)

[@emmyaddams1007]

This sounds so much like me. Not usually an unhealthy breakfast, sandwich or leftovers for lunch, a snack in the afternoon and starving by dinner- usually having two servings. I really was eating a lot of dinner when I was breast-feeding. And I think since I’ve stopped breast-feeding I’ve taken it down a notch on the servings, but I’m still usually hungry by dinner time. And our nighttime snack is usually cheese and wine or a bowl of cereal sometimes chips&salsa.

[@mycupoverflows7811]

Very inspiring! I have been really struggling with my weight. Still nursing my #6 baby, so I'm hungry all day. I think I screwed up my metabolism with Medifast several years ago. This was great to listen to. I really need to add in strength training!

[@staceylo789]

Wow this was so so so so helpful. Thank you for making this!

[@m.a.hickman1240]

Thank you so much for these fitness videos. I would love to see a video on how you went through the process. I have been trying for years to make changes and have succeeded in some small ones but always fall "off the wagon" in other areas. Did you switch over everything all at once or gradually start maybe with one meal at a time, for example start with eating healthier breakfasts for a while then switch out your snacks for another week or so...ect? My will power seems to totally disappear when life stress and anxiety hits or with my hormonal changes so I seem to undo my progress over and over again. I was just curious on your process for successfully switching over.

[@GraceandGrit]

M. A. Hickman ahh great idea! I’ll think on that, and plan to talk about it!

[@lianagergis9265]

Thank you for sharing really motivational. ( p.s. really like the bedspread what type /brand or where you got that)

[@GraceandGrit]

Liana Gergis awe thankyou! I got it from target online!

[@dcat0603]

Can you post a before and after pic? Thank you for sharing these ideas! Holly

[@GraceandGrit]

dcat0603 the thumbnail is a good before and after photo, I was losing weight before documenting it all on social media was a “thing”

[@ourfamilyvideos7283]

Please do a specific video on what you eat,menu,grocery shop what you’ll make😀...

[@amies8203]

Hi Ashlee! I'd love to know your thoughts on intermittent fasting. I'm seeing a lot of hype about it and have considered trying it because I have about 8 stubborn pounds I'm having a hard time losing after having my 4th child 4 years ago (I'm 40 and sure age also making it more challenging!). I have a degree in Health Science, but I graduated in 2003 so much of my information is dated! Back then, I was taught breakfast is the most important meal, so I'm a little skeptical about IF. I exercise at least 5 days per week and eat mostly clean except for dinner...so I know there is room for improvement there! I know you are up do date on the latest research, and like me, particular about how you treat your body. Thanks for any thoughts you can share!! :)

[@eppisong]

Loved this video! It was super helpful!

[@FLMegan]

This was really helpful! I was that gym rat for my entire life till Fibro at 41. I went from 115 ( even after twins) to 140. It's a battle but this is motivating. A good oldie video! Ty

[@craftsandcats12]

I went from 115 and now after baby number 4 seven years later and having hemiplegic migraine that gets triggered from horomone fluctuation and physical exertion I’m up to 200 😩

[@FLMegan]

Im so sorry about your situation. I admire you for homeschooling despite it all as it's hard. I have come to peace with mine and do not have it on any everyday mental list to fix- fibro or weight. I Drink water, walk/keep steps and watch most portions. That is all for now....I do take supplements too. Books mother culture and homeschooling in rest are huge helps. I take Ashlee's way who is the best in my opinion and modify to fit fibro n fatigue. There is a you tube mom that has chronic migraines too that's helpful...ill go look and get back. Its Momming with migraine. Hang in there and find ways to be at peace with yourself.

[@diaryofahomeschoolmama9191]

I love how real you are! 💚💚💚

[@jenniferpoehlke8676]

How did you stop eating the things that were unhealthy? I really struggle with binging and I struggle so hard with stopping. The more I think about trying to eat better the worse it seems to get. I struggle with lack of control and I am an emotional eater. I have no idea where to start to get a handle on this. Do you have any tips? Good job on getting healthy.

[@GraceandGrit]

Jennifer Poehlke I do have a lot of tips, but from what you describe it sounds like you could use some professional guidance. Email me❤️

[@polarbarr21]

My best advice is if it's in my house I'll be tempted to eat it, so I don't keep those "bad" foods in the house. Not having easy access in the beginning helps. I have pms and a bad diet and lack of exercise make it 10X worse.

[@martycoghlan6141]

Thank you for this video and transparency!

[@gingersnaps5979]

Appreciate your videos as always! Breakfast and lunch I make better decisions with than dinner. I have trouble finding good healthy dinners for my kids so I feel I always make something not so good for us to please them. They are little and will eat some veggies, but I have trouble with proteins. My kids won’t eat whole chicken breast, but will eat chicken thighs. Any suggestions? Maybe you could do a video on kid dinners that are full of good protein?

[@GraceandGrit]

Gingersnaps ahh yes, I always offer a meat protein to my kids. Little ones are tough, but if you keep making it and offering it, they will eat it!

[@themamajaguar7867]

This is exactly my problem! Thanks for the video, very helpful.

[@GraceandGrit]

themamajaguar you can do this!

[@zenamartinson]

New subscriber and loving your videos! How do you calculate your calories and your macros? I am the heaviest I’ve ever been and am hoping to get myself back. I am breastfeeding though and i feel pretty discouraged about losing anything because it’s been just a bunch of weight gain after my last baby was born. I feel hungry all the time (which I always assume is because I’m breastfeeding) but obviously my portions of what I am taking in are wrong. Thanks! :)

[@julidavis3565]

Thank you so much for this!! How often would you say you exercise? I know that you are a trainer, so I'm talking about exercising for yourself. I know that most of our body is because of what we eat, but I'm curious what type of exercise you began your journey with and what you do now :)

[@GraceandGrit]

Juli Davis great question! I workout 5-6 days a week:)

[@brandymaxwell1614]

Thank You Ashlee! Love your videos..

[@GraceandGrit]

Brandy Maxwell thankyou!

[@priscillashaw5715]

loved your video, thanks for sharing! what would you recommend doing for someone who cabnt do heavy weight training? in the past i use to do lunges with weights to strengthen my legs but now i have to hold off on that for a couple years. what would be best to do indoors in the winter? i was thinking biking and hiking (we live in a mountianous area) for summer..but stuck for winter, my only thought is power yoga... any tips are greatly appreciated!

[@GraceandGrit]

priscilla shaw I recommend body weight resistance exercises, or using bands etc. strength training is so important

[@polarbarr21]

Consider Beachbody on Demand where you can access all Beachbody workouts and they have dvd's too. I'm not nor have ever been a coach or whatever with them, but I love the workouts. They have yoga, Piyo, Tai Cheng, and a few other lower impact/body weight programs (I have not done these workouts). I don't have time (or a babysitter) for a gym membership, so I workout at home.

[@momsurvival8147]

i just started my weightloss journey on my channel :) taking in all the tips i can get. thanks for the video!

[@sha-toinaswint2152]

Hey lady, this was so eye opening. My struggle is protein. I don’t eat meat so I find myself not eating enough. I make lots of burgers out of black beans or garbanzo beans. I do a lot of lentils. What are any tips for folks like me that are plant based eaters? Thank you and blessings to you

[@GraceandGrit]

Sha-Toina Swint hey! So I recommend definitely adding a vegan or plant based protein smoothie to your day, nuts in portion control, eggs if your willing, look for protein added into things, ie: pasta, breads etc. to help get the number up!

[@StephanieMT]

We are changing our diets as a family. I have to figure out the exercise. We dont exercise and were not sports people. We use to go on an hour long walk every sunday now were going to switch it to saturdays for the farmers market and then ill have to figure out more ways to exercise.

[@jjgems5909]

Wow I can’t believe you’re a mom of four! Amazing!

[@GraceandGrit]

awe thankyou

[@akaMommy]

Great video, Ashlee!! So awesome to have a side-by-side comparison! :)

[@GraceandGrit]

aka Mommy... thankyou! I had to dig into my archives to find that gem 😜

[@jenndelbosque9980]

LOVE this video. Super helpful!

[@moments_peace]

Thanks for sharing! Do you have any advice/special exercises for fixing a Diastasis recti? I have six kids and would love any feedback you have.

[@GraceandGrit]

Moments Peace yes! I too have this, it’s much better than before but still there! I’m going to make a whole video on it! Some of my favorites! Stay tuned 💕

[@rseagulls100]

Moments Peace I have it too! I've also seen some some exercises on youtube for it. I would check with your doctor first. 😘

[@moments_peace]

Grace and Grit thanks! I am really looking forward to it!!

[@moments_peace]

Rosie S. Thank you!

[@jencorrao3480]

Great video. Your oatmeal, do you buy a certain protein oatmeal or do you just buy oats and make your own by putting protein powder in?

[@GraceandGrit]

Jen Corrao exactly! Mix it in!

[@bethanyolson9606]

Loved the video! Curious to know if you had any extra skin after all the babies and losing weight.

[@GraceandGrit]

Bethany Olson thanks! I do have extra skin, which is why I wear a higher waisted pant, as seen in the thumbnail

[@bethanyolson9606]

Grace and Grit Thanks for the reply! Would you say starting slowly with mini goals was key? Instead of overhauling diet and exercise all at once? Did you emotionally eat and have to overcome that or no?

[@sharayahsunshine11]

I have the opposite problem where I lose weight very easily. I know people think this isn't a bad problem to have but I've always been underweight and the only time I have gained any weight was when I was pregnant. This last (3rd) pregnancy I actually gained 45 pounds which I have lost most of already but I have been eating so much more then I used to just to keep the remaining 10 pounds. I'm still nursing so I'm crossing my fingers that when I'm done here in a few months I'll still have that weight. Its funny you mentioned eating more protein because that's exactly what I've been doing. That and making sure I eat bigger portions.

[@GraceandGrit]

Sharayah B. I do not minimize your struggle, I have clients with the same issue. Protein will definitely help you keep some extra weight on!

[@Joanna0301]

Thank you for this video. I’m curious which protein bar you prefer

[@michellechristoferson5461]

This video is the best!

[@monicagodoy8942]

Your before sounds like me now!😂 very motivated to make a change... I like you think that I’m okay but why am I now losing weight?? I keep blaming it on my hormones... I guess not. Thanks for sharing... How often do you drink protein shakes??

[@GraceandGrit]

Monica Godoy everyday!

[@monicagodoy8942]

Grace and Grit I meant in a day, how often should you drink protein shakes??

[@GraceandGrit]

Monica Godoy 1 per day

[@stephhughes3967]

Thanks for the info! Love your videos!

[@GraceandGrit]

Steph Hughes thankyou for being here!

[@laurfred2742]

Just about every day I make myself a smoothie that has 2 frozen bananas, a cup of frozen blueberries, two big handfuls or so of spinach and some unsweetened vanilla almond milk. This is often for break before I go to the gym, or sometimes for after the gym.. does this sound ok or like too much fruit?

[@GraceandGrit]

Laura Fredlund sounds really healthy, but high in sugar, is scale back on the fruit for sure to one banana!

[@belleandbeau4357]

Loved this video as I am trying to make healthier food choices for me and my family. Question...what is "protein oatmeal"?

[@GraceandGrit]

Hailey Mae hahah oatmeal with water, plus a scoop of protein!

[@mikeandkaitie]

Grace and Grit New subscriber here!! Hi! :) My name is Kaitie, married to my high school sweetheart for almost 11 years now, mom of 4 boys, my oldest starting kinder next year! Found you because I was trying to weigh my options...Sonlight, MFW, or TG&TB, and I think I'm going with TG&TB based on your recommendation! Love your channel, love the variety, love your honesty. I rarely ever comment on youtube videos. Also *totally* random but the reason why I'm replying to this is because I have an absolute favorite protein oatmeal recommendation that our whole family looooves, I think you would love it too. I actually thought you were going to mention the same brand we use. Haha! We get it direct from an online based US manufacturer that makes it all to order, it's the same place we buy our vitamins, protein powder/bars, makeup, and other groceries from too bc everything is super fresh and is manufactured every 2 to 4 weeks or so, and surprisingly it's actually really well priced for our super tight budget. Anyway....great channel and looking forward to more videos on TG&TB as you begin using it!!! God bless!

[@rebecasable8672]

Did you exercise while nursing? I have a 4 month old, and a 3 & 5 yr old. This is our first year homeschooling and I know I need to change my eating and begin exercising to get the energy I need to do everything I have to do and have better moods. But I’m really concern about my breast being full and the discomfort it could be exercising 😔

[@GraceandGrit]

Rebeca Sable hi! Yes I did, I trained for my first half marathon while nursing my daughter, who nursed until 2! A good supportive bra will serve you well!

[@polarbarr21]

I did not feel comfortable exercising with my lactating breasts until my child was about 8 months old.

[@carollippincott4699]

Thank you! I am struggling and this helps to make me think.

[@pianojoy3586]

Loved this, what kind of protein shakes to you drink?

[@GraceandGrit]

Jaime Edwards I buy protein powder and mix with water:) I’ve had SO many people ask what I like, so I will have a video coming!

[@juliewurtenberg8637]

What is in your protein oatmeal?

[@chariceholmes3145]

What protein drink do you use? I've looked at quite a few and they are so full of sugar! Or could you recommend one that I could make on my own with almond milk?

[@GraceandGrit]

Charice Holmes I’ve never seen protein with sugar! I always buy mine in powder form and mix with water! I’ll link a few I like for you later tonight

[@chariceholmes3145]

Grace and Grit Protein powder doesn't have sugar, but most premade drinks do. Do you use whey protein powder?

[@polarbarr21]

I like Whey + by Legion Athletics and if I'm in a hurry I'll grab an Orgain premade protein shake with 20g of protein and 4g sugar.

[@courtneeroe5793]

You sound just like me. I practically starve all day long and then eat a ton at dinner and most nights I am eating my Ben and Jerry’s. I am about 20 pounds heavier than I want to be. Sweets and carbs like bread are my weakness.

[@krystalqlearr]

Do you have a basic guideline to follow? I'm overweight with 2 little ones, also a homeschool mom, and I really want to make a change. My eating habits are horrible. But I honestly don't even know where to start.

[@ZannaTheGreat]

What kinds of good carbs do you put with your meat and veggie for dinner? Thanks!

[@GraceandGrit]

ZannaTheGreat I do sweet potato a lot, green veggies because they have a lot of carbs, occasional rice, or quinoa.

[@ZannaTheGreat]

Grace and Grit awesome, thank you :)

[@blanchecarte7945]

Thanks for sharing. Would like to know what you do for exercise now

[@coffeeandcrayons]

Okay. So I'm about 75 pounds overweight and my day sounds exactly like your typical overweight day. I also pretty much thought I was eating relatively healthy compared to most people I know.

[@danahall1282]

Do you have a list of what you eat now...a printable?

[@elizabethbrink476]

What kind of protein bar? Many have sugar

[@faithmomlife1504]

Silly question but how do you make your oat meal taste good without adding brown sugar? I can’t stand it plain. 😝

[@sarahfrancine3564]

What do you suggest as a good carb to go with dinner?

[@joycerichards04]

What protein bars do you like?

[@amclaudet]

Joyce Richards id also like to know

[@marilynmiller8988]

I know this is a while later but how did you begin your weight loss journey I would like to lose 90lbs but how did you get started

[@jodygoodwin77]

Wow your overweight eating sounds about the exactly the same as mine! It doesn't sound all the bad, but it's crazy how over eating at dinner time, eating too many carbs, and eating that good old bowl of ice cream can add up to so much weight gain!

[@tramseyplanter2]

Thank you so much for all your info! Hubby & I are getting into shape so I was wondering if this info applies to Him as well or are your recommendations for men different?

[@tramseyplanter2]

I'm srry, somehow the videos switched. Ignore this question n I'll post it on the right one 🤔

[@lydiajackson7234]

What do you recommend for losing weight? As far as an eating plan.

[@GraceandGrit]

Lydia Jackson I don’t have just one blanket recommendation for a plan for people to follow because everyone is different:)

[@joycerichards04]

Oh and what is protein oatmeal?

[@GraceandGrit]

Joyce Richards plain instant oats with a scoop of protein powder mixed in!!

[@rseagulls100]

Joyce Richards That's what I want to know too!

[@juliewurtenberg8637]

What kind of protein powder do you put in it?

[@GraceandGrit]

Julie Wurtenberg kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZ2rfZekaLl2jqM

[@Emmy_B7278]

I think there’s one person who has two accounts and they’ve gone through all of your videos just to thumbs down🤣cause there’s always two thumbs down. Anywho, love this vid thanks so much!!!!!! Gorgeous darling.

[@GraceandGrit]

Nothing's Ever Easy I know people are mean! Can’t let em stop me!

[@Doula4Tytus]

Do you work with people via the internet to help setup meal and workout plans?

[@GraceandGrit]

Doula4Tytus yes I do, my email is in the box! Feel free to shoot me an email! I have several clients through KZbin!

[@10acrefarm5]

This was almost shocking to me. I expected you to say that you used to drink pop and eat fast food and donuts and pizza and chips. But instead, you said cereal with a banana. And lunch was a leftovers (assuming that was meat and veggies?) and then pasta for dinner--you did say it was a large portion, but again, you weren't eating junk all day long. And then ice cream. I didn't see this as a bad day I guess. So my thoughts began to go: What if you *had* been exercising with this kind of eating, what would that have looked like? What now looks like includes lots of protein so then i wondered what if you were eating this but *not* exercising? What would that look like? So I'm trying to figure out how the exercising fits into the weight loss. Help me understand how all of this works together. ty

[@GraceandGrit]

10 Acre Farm even with exercising I would have been overweight. I was eating wayyyy too much, and wayyy to many carbohydrates and not near enough protein.

[@10acrefarm5]

So too many carbs is a problem. I get that ok. Is there such a thing as too much protein. Like, if most of the foods were nuts, eggs, yogurt etc. and noodles, bread, bagels were not eaten... ? Can this cause the same problem with weight as too many carbs can?

[@GraceandGrit]

10 Acre Farm definitely, anyfood in excess isn’t good. But the difference is protein is filling, and satisfies hunger and helps regulate your blood sugars while carbs spike them and leave you crashing and hungry very shortly after. Which results in over eating.

[@bluefreedom8489]

Awesome channel!

[@goav3256]

Thank you for sharing! Did anyone tell you that you look like Giada DeLaurentis from Food Network?

[@GraceandGrit]

Go Av hahah no ive never gotten that before, but I’ll take it! 😜 thankyou!

[@nurgeo3890]

Hi! Really like your lip color; what's the brand/color?

[@GraceandGrit]

Nurgeo this is just cherry chapstick 😜

[@nurgeo3890]

Wow, my chapstick never give off that much tint; looks great!

[@LovedHappy]

Loved hearing this!

[@GraceandGrit]

LovedHappy simple right?

[@LovedHappy]

So simple 😊

[@Pchaw22]

All great tips. Water is so hard for me. I do like Coke Zero. 😁

[@GraceandGrit]

coffeemommawithfour 😊

[@marissaramirez7177]

Agh you just described my lifestyle. I need serious help! How can I contact you for local help??

[@Biancastyle888]

Thanks for sharing 😊🌈

[@amclaudet]

How do you handle fats?

[@monicalewinsky1234]

To be honest, when did you last eat at McDonald's?

[@GraceandGrit]

Monica Lewinsky to be honest probably as a teenager. 15 years ago

[@yoychuy]

Love watching your videos also your link for Instagram is broken

[@GraceandGrit]

Juana thankyou for the heads up! I’ll try to fix that!

[@cygnetschoolhouse2047]

Do your kids eat something different than you, specifically at dinner time?

[@GraceandGrit]

B Swanson not usually!

[@jennierae67]

Love Halo Top :)

[@lisayantek8867]

What protein oatmeal do you like?

[@amclaudet]

How do you handle fats?

[@amclaudet]

How do you handle fats?

[@GraceandGrit]

amclaudet I try to stick with healthy fats, and eat them everyday. I do not believe in keto diets, if that’s what your wondering! ❤️

[@amclaudet]

Thanks! So I’m trying to plan out some lunches and prep ahead. I saw one of your other videos you did grilled chicken, zucchini and sweet potato. Can you share a couple other ideas of some lunches you like to make?