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Good for you man!
I put on a few pounds over Thanksgiving, but I just deadlifted 400 pounds for the first time.
Trying to trim about 15 lbs off before Christmas, but it's going to be tough.
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I don’t know how many pounds I’ve lost, but when Shari and I started the low-carb thing, I was wearing 48x32 jeans, now wearing 44x32 and I have to wear a belt to keep them up. <50g of carbs per day, tons of protein from meat, huge increase in veggie consumption, ZERO soda, and 99.5% reduction in sweets. I feel MUCH better and it’s been about 6 weeks since we started. I can tell little things are different, for example, my hands and fingers use to get numb and tingly, and that has almost completely stopped, more stamina, even the rare headaches are gone.
I really believe most of this is due to cutting out ALL soda.
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I really believe most of this is due to cutting out ALL soda.
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Forgot to post, but I hit my goal and went a little past. Now at 149# and stable, even over the eating holiday. All of my pants are way too big now, but it's a good problem to have. Just need better belts.
In college all those years ago I was the same height, but weighted around 130#. I can not imagine being that weight now, but with the amount of Muay Thai and Arnis I'm doing these days vs. back then, I think I'm a lot stronger and not just a skinny ass kid.
In college all those years ago I was the same height, but weighted around 130#. I can not imagine being that weight now, but with the amount of Muay Thai and Arnis I'm doing these days vs. back then, I think I'm a lot stronger and not just a skinny ass kid.
gaberelli
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I have been intermittent fasting since January and am down 42 pounds. No exercise until a couple weeks ago. And eat/drink whatever I want on weekends.
It’s been real easy because almost nothing has had to change with what we eat (my wife is doing it too). It’s been WHEN I eat that’s changed and how much.
Basics are this: 16-18 hour fast and a caloric deficit.
For me, I eat a 350 calorie lunch at noon (3 eggs with cheese or a protein shake with kefir but doesn’t really matter so long as it’s 400 calories or so). Then I eat WTF I want for dinner at 5:30. Usually stuffed to gills and eating around 1000-1200 calories. That puts me in about a 500 calorie deficit with my desk job from home.
No beer. No soda. No snacks. First couple weeks were tough but easy from then on.
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It’s been real easy because almost nothing has had to change with what we eat (my wife is doing it too). It’s been WHEN I eat that’s changed and how much.
Basics are this: 16-18 hour fast and a caloric deficit.
For me, I eat a 350 calorie lunch at noon (3 eggs with cheese or a protein shake with kefir but doesn’t really matter so long as it’s 400 calories or so). Then I eat WTF I want for dinner at 5:30. Usually stuffed to gills and eating around 1000-1200 calories. That puts me in about a 500 calorie deficit with my desk job from home.
No beer. No soda. No snacks. First couple weeks were tough but easy from then on.
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Chuckman
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If IF works, great...just to be objective and scientific, there's no evidence that it works better than standard dieting in weight loss. BUT....if you do it, and it works for you, than more power to you!
Good example of finding what works best for you and, most importantly, follow through and discipline.
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/obr.12593/abstract
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gaberelli
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For sure. Caloric deficit is caloric deficit no matter how you get there. The thing about 6 small meals a day is just that, they’re small. IF allows you to feel fully satiated at least once per day. Plus, whenever I did small meals and snacks, I’d inevitably overshoot calories in each meal/snack by a little bit and cumulatively over they day I’d lose much of my deficit.
Just like you say, find what works and stick with it. I’m not proselytizing IF, just passing it on since I’m sure a lot of other people out there have “tried everything”. Lots of ways to skin the weight loss and keep it off cat. The key is consistency. For me, IF let me keep so much of my lifestyle (which was mostly healthy anyways) without feeling overly restricted so I’ve been able to make it a solid habit. Might be the ticket for others out there.
I’ve experienced side benefits too... libido, energy, focus, less obsession over my food, etc.
ETA: one quick point on the article posted about IF, those studies referenced were WEEKLY IF plans. I don’t know of ANYBODY doing that. The vast majority do it the way I am, daily eating/fasting Windows. I have yet to see scientific studies on that but the point wouldn’t be which method works/doesn’t work, it’s which method can be sustained and keep the weight of. That anecdotal evidence comes in the form of cases like mine with real life value.
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Just like you say, find what works and stick with it. I’m not proselytizing IF, just passing it on since I’m sure a lot of other people out there have “tried everything”. Lots of ways to skin the weight loss and keep it off cat. The key is consistency. For me, IF let me keep so much of my lifestyle (which was mostly healthy anyways) without feeling overly restricted so I’ve been able to make it a solid habit. Might be the ticket for others out there.
I’ve experienced side benefits too... libido, energy, focus, less obsession over my food, etc.
ETA: one quick point on the article posted about IF, those studies referenced were WEEKLY IF plans. I don’t know of ANYBODY doing that. The vast majority do it the way I am, daily eating/fasting Windows. I have yet to see scientific studies on that but the point wouldn’t be which method works/doesn’t work, it’s which method can be sustained and keep the weight of. That anecdotal evidence comes in the form of cases like mine with real life value.
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Chuckman
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@gaberelli , you make some good points. Since I am in the medical field and deal with a lot of research I will default to evidence-based research. There is a type of outcome called 1B, which is, might help, won't hurt. Anecdotal diets and exercises and workout programs often fall into that category. At the end of the day the most significant factor in any of them is discipline, or just being able to stick with it. So unless something is clearly unhealthy, as long as it works for you, go for it.
If you are interested in following up on evidence-based research with exercise and diet, look up Will Brink.
If you are interested in following up on evidence-based research with exercise and diet, look up Will Brink.
Well, its been since mid August that I started my fitness plan. I am still hitting the gym here at work every business day. I do the elliptical machine around 65 minutes, then ride the bike for 35.
My worst recorded weight was at the doctors office around the 14th of August, I was 299. Today after my work out, my naked weight was 258.8. So I am down somewhere around 40 lbs.
I have signed up to run the Spartan Race next August in Ashville. We are putting together a group from here at the bank to go as a team.
My plan is to continue concentrating on cardio/weight loss until around Jan 15th, then we will as a group are starting team workouts. At that point I am going to transition more into the muscle mass and strength training. My over all goal is to hit around 220lbs weight.
My REAL goal is to be able to take my shirt off at the beach without children crying and women screaming while the men try to roll my back into the water so I don't get sunburned.
My worst recorded weight was at the doctors office around the 14th of August, I was 299. Today after my work out, my naked weight was 258.8. So I am down somewhere around 40 lbs.
I have signed up to run the Spartan Race next August in Ashville. We are putting together a group from here at the bank to go as a team.
My plan is to continue concentrating on cardio/weight loss until around Jan 15th, then we will as a group are starting team workouts. At that point I am going to transition more into the muscle mass and strength training. My over all goal is to hit around 220lbs weight.
My REAL goal is to be able to take my shirt off at the beach without children crying and women screaming while the men try to roll my back into the water so I don't get sunburned.
Chuckman
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That's excellent!!
Spartan is a bunch of fun, very laid back, not intense or snobily competitive at all. You'll have a good time.
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I need to get in on this.
The last year and a half at work has been atrocious, the stress has taken its toll, adding about 50 lbs to the middle. Sleep has gone from 7-8 hours a night to hopefully 4-5. Wasnt able to take a lunch for anything reasonable, so junk from a gas station, energy drinks, sodas, junk.
My FIL just had a heart attack the week of Thanksgiving, he has been a diabetic but never really controlled it, just tried to eat somewhat reasonable. He spent years as a cop (imagine the cop shows in the 70s, thats what he did eat like on the job). It has really shown us how stupid we have been eating. He is a mailman on a walking route, so exercise isnt an issue, and he is not a big guy.
I eat like crap. The stress is getting better, but the eating habits arent changing like they should be. I am drinking more water, but I do need to be doing better. Had a physical for the insurance for work, and was disturbed by the weight.
Im 6'2" and weigh 295. I will say I carry it well, but its still too much. A few years ago I was down to about 215, and I felt good and looked even better. My wife says she wants to lose some too, even though she is skinny as a rail, so I do have some help and accountability.
As of yesterday, I am off sodas and energy drinks, and I dont eat a lot of sweets as it is. I do need to eat better, just needing to start making better choices and even do some meal prep. Wanting to do some good chicken and eggs for a lot of protein, and cut out the processed stuff.
The last year and a half at work has been atrocious, the stress has taken its toll, adding about 50 lbs to the middle. Sleep has gone from 7-8 hours a night to hopefully 4-5. Wasnt able to take a lunch for anything reasonable, so junk from a gas station, energy drinks, sodas, junk.
My FIL just had a heart attack the week of Thanksgiving, he has been a diabetic but never really controlled it, just tried to eat somewhat reasonable. He spent years as a cop (imagine the cop shows in the 70s, thats what he did eat like on the job). It has really shown us how stupid we have been eating. He is a mailman on a walking route, so exercise isnt an issue, and he is not a big guy.
I eat like crap. The stress is getting better, but the eating habits arent changing like they should be. I am drinking more water, but I do need to be doing better. Had a physical for the insurance for work, and was disturbed by the weight.
Im 6'2" and weigh 295. I will say I carry it well, but its still too much. A few years ago I was down to about 215, and I felt good and looked even better. My wife says she wants to lose some too, even though she is skinny as a rail, so I do have some help and accountability.
As of yesterday, I am off sodas and energy drinks, and I dont eat a lot of sweets as it is. I do need to eat better, just needing to start making better choices and even do some meal prep. Wanting to do some good chicken and eggs for a lot of protein, and cut out the processed stuff.
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Correct @B00ger, they are a lot of fun and the Sprint in Black Mountain is a great one to get your feet wet (literally, in some portions of the course). My 17 yr old daughter and I ran it last year and had a great time. Trying to figure out how to schedule it again next year but she starts college then, so timing is tight
Picked up almost 5 lbs on a trip to DC having to eat out every meal and with 8th graders. So lots of pizza. On track to take it back off in about the same time now that I’m home. Picked up a bar and some weights so starting some different exercises to mix things up more.
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As of yesterday, down 40lbs since Feb....
....AND on Monday the endocrinologist took me completely off metformin. A1C is 5.9 down from 7.2.
....AND on Monday the endocrinologist took me completely off metformin. A1C is 5.9 down from 7.2.
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I can't weigh myself, my scale vanished in one of my recent moves, but I've gone from a tight 58" waist down to 54" being loose.
And this is on the same crap I always eat. I'm guessing work stress is good for something.
And this is on the same crap I always eat. I'm guessing work stress is good for something.
I have lost 27.6 pounds in the past month
My starting weight was 271.2 lbs.; today I was 243.6. My goal is 200 and I have a long way to go, but I am starting to feel a lot better about myself and my clothes are getting baggy. I have a new job and I am committed to better habits and choosing to be more active. Hopefully I can keep it going.
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A new milestone today: finally passed 240 at 239.2 lbs. Down 32.
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gaberelli
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Still hovering around 240 (+\- 2 lbs) but I moved in a notch on my belt, so all is good so far. Have an appointment early Feb for a health check, so time to add more cardio (since the outcome affects my health benefits). Already doing 5x250m rows or 5x30 sec jumping rope at the end of my workouts but could use more
Once I get my current issues figure out, I will be starting the challenge again.
We re started all gung ho in January. Actually lost about 5 lbs or so. Didn't get down to 185 where I wanted. My wife dropped a couple. But we basically called it off until the garden comes in. Once we can walk into the back yard and pick a salad we are going to hit it hard again. Since we didn't really gain that much back a couple months won't hurt. The fresh veggies make it so much easier to stay on the diet the way we want too. And that cold snap killed most of what kale we had growing. Still keeping up with the exercise and overall eating much better than we used to anyway.
I've been on the keto diet with 16/8 intermittent fasting since July 2017. By limiting my carb intake to 0-20g/day and skipping breakfast I've been able to lose 55lbs. I've been in my normal BMI range since December and feel great. I have fallen off the wagon several times (and when I fall I fall hard) but have always punished myself with a 3-day water only fast to reset my system. I just completed a 5-day water only fast to see how I would feel and to challenge myself. Everything went well so my current plan is to stay on the low carb high fat diet with 16/8 intermittent fasting to maintain my current weight. To augment my diet, I plan to perform a 3-day water only fast once per month and a 5-day fast every quarter. I can stand to lose 10 lbs more but I never want to gain all that weigh back.
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I had my wellness check at work today. While on a mass workout routine since October, I gained 9 lbs but lost 2.3% body fat, blood pressure and pulse improved and cardio stayed the same. I am pleased and somewhat surprised with the results.
At the beginning of March, I will be switching up routines to concentrate on cardio, flexibility and workload capacity to prepare for my daughter’s and my goal of getting our Spartan Trifecta by August
At the beginning of March, I will be switching up routines to concentrate on cardio, flexibility and workload capacity to prepare for my daughter’s and my goal of getting our Spartan Trifecta by August
I broke the 230lb barrier this morning! Haven't seen that in around 10yrs. Since Jan 2nd I'm down 26lbs, from almost 256 to just over 229. I'm 4lbs away from my 1st goal of 225. Could be as early as next weekend's weigh in. I plan an epic pizza/beer-fest to celebrate, then back on the wagon. Next goal after I recover from my cheat day is 215. I expect that will take as long as the 1st 25 at least... Then we'll see where I feel like going after I start hitting the weights.
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234 today, down 37 total. I actually got down to 235 a few weeks ago, but put a few pounds back on and have struggled to get them back off. But now I'm over that hump and hope to continue moving toward my goal.
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wife and I did the whole 30 deal in January. Cut sugars out completely, zero grains, legumes, alcohol. Lean meats, fresh fruits and veggies, and lots of water. Almond milk, coconut cream, stuff I've never tried before.
I ended up losing 12lbs and at least one pants size. Makes IWB much better. I feel better (even though we are off whole 30 this month). I cut out sugary sweets and drink my coffee black, unsweetened tea. Tried 2 spoonfuls of white sugar in my 20oz coffee mug this morning. Was disgusting. A mouthful of pepsi made me almost sick last week. Sugar is definitely the 'crack' of this generation of Americans.
I ate the heck outta some carnitas cooked in the crockpot. Made homemade guacamole and got good at it. Learned how to REALLY read nutrition labels.
We may do another 30 days again in March, since we have a cruise coming up in April. My wife looks fantastic, but she also does crossfit so her abs rival mine at any point in my skinny 20s and early 30s
I ended up losing 12lbs and at least one pants size. Makes IWB much better. I feel better (even though we are off whole 30 this month). I cut out sugary sweets and drink my coffee black, unsweetened tea. Tried 2 spoonfuls of white sugar in my 20oz coffee mug this morning. Was disgusting. A mouthful of pepsi made me almost sick last week. Sugar is definitely the 'crack' of this generation of Americans.
I ate the heck outta some carnitas cooked in the crockpot. Made homemade guacamole and got good at it. Learned how to REALLY read nutrition labels.
We may do another 30 days again in March, since we have a cruise coming up in April. My wife looks fantastic, but she also does crossfit so her abs rival mine at any point in my skinny 20s and early 30s
Slowing down as I expected... 227.2 today... Barely 2lbs this week. I expect that to be the new norm. Guess my 1st goal/cheat weekend will be next weekend or the following one...
That looks like some good pie! Like the crust thickness.
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Not sure of my actual weight but my formerly snug 54" pants are falling off me.
225lbs! I have officially hit my 1st goal... That's a little over 31lbs since Jan 2nd... Next goal 215lbs... Of course I'll be on the road for the next 2 weeks. I expect I'll put a few pounds back on before I get home...
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Went to the hospital yesterday for a physical (its where my county has us go), and it was really a wake-up call about my health.
Im 226lbs.
TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX.
I'm in there and they're asking me questions, "Height? Weight?" I said 5-9, 210...but let's weigh just to double check. Yeah. I was way off.
I spoke with the PA who did my physical, which, by the way - GREAT GUY!, and he made a comment about even a small thing like when you get home walk for 20 minutes before you go in and sit down. He said to start small if I wanted, so I'll try.
Now, with the weather getting better Ive been outside more lately, and will have more opportunities as I get more free time (especially from June - November), but Im trying to make a conscious effort to eat a LITTLE better and do MORE. Just being more active.
I dont drink sodas often at all currently, so not really a lot to cut out to lose some there. Really its just water for me, and coffee with creamer, rarely add sugar and if I do its not much.
But I'll try to do more water and just be more active.
So today I went uptown Lexington, after getting a cup of coffee and reading, and walked for half an hour, dont know distance, sorry.
That was this morning, I just got in, about 20 minutes ago, from a 4mi bike ride.
I enjoy riding the bike and will do it the most and get longer and longer routes as I can and have the time.
And with all of that, I'll make sure that Im hitting my 7k step goal daily. I know some say that the step counters and fit bits are worthless, but I see them as motivation, reaching a goal daily by being more active.
I want to get better. I need to lose this gut.
Sorry for the long post.
Im 226lbs.
TWO HUNDRED TWENTY-SIX.
I'm in there and they're asking me questions, "Height? Weight?" I said 5-9, 210...but let's weigh just to double check. Yeah. I was way off.
I spoke with the PA who did my physical, which, by the way - GREAT GUY!, and he made a comment about even a small thing like when you get home walk for 20 minutes before you go in and sit down. He said to start small if I wanted, so I'll try.
Now, with the weather getting better Ive been outside more lately, and will have more opportunities as I get more free time (especially from June - November), but Im trying to make a conscious effort to eat a LITTLE better and do MORE. Just being more active.
I dont drink sodas often at all currently, so not really a lot to cut out to lose some there. Really its just water for me, and coffee with creamer, rarely add sugar and if I do its not much.
But I'll try to do more water and just be more active.
So today I went uptown Lexington, after getting a cup of coffee and reading, and walked for half an hour, dont know distance, sorry.
That was this morning, I just got in, about 20 minutes ago, from a 4mi bike ride.
I enjoy riding the bike and will do it the most and get longer and longer routes as I can and have the time.
And with all of that, I'll make sure that Im hitting my 7k step goal daily. I know some say that the step counters and fit bits are worthless, but I see them as motivation, reaching a goal daily by being more active.
I want to get better. I need to lose this gut.
Sorry for the long post.