****Official 2013 Weight Loss Challenge****

[Buck]

I'm not sure, but I think I won last year...at least on total weight lost, maybe not % lost....

Let's get this shit going again.

Sign up here if you want and post your starting weight and I'll list in you in the OP.

Make your New Year's Resolution easier throughout the year with the support and encouragement of others in this thread!

Buck - 199.6
cdcox- 189
keg in kc - 214.2
CJizzles - 288.8
Pestilence - 239
ArrowheadHawk - 271
pr_capone - 315
Great Expectations - 229
theelusiveeightrop - 240
Capt Tasty Cheeks - 200
jd1020 - 212
Fat Elvis - 255
smittysbar - 247
Saulbadguy - 188
kcmaxwell - 200
Pablo - 220
notorious - 207
Predarat - 243
Frosty - 206
KCSPORTSNUT - 305
Cmd'r&Chief - 260
swayy07 - 280
MagicHef - 220
AndChiefs - 211.8
Armadillo Skin - 223.6
HonestChieffan - 204
trndobrd - 210
cabletech94 - 218
I Am The Walrus - 251.6
Mr. Flopnuts - 400
BigRedChief - 388
Silock - 187
cookster50 - 258
Dartgod - 256
Nightfyre - 206
mnchiefsguy - 281
31PriestWay - 210
Inmem58 - 285
TinyEvel - 228
journeyscarab - 258
melbar - 208
luv
Steron

[Scorp]

**** this.............................I am gonna start an official weight gain challenge.

[keg in kc]

214.2 this morning.

Just got my first run of the year in, 37:30. It was 21 degrees and there was snow on the ground and I feel like the year's off to a great start.

[Ceej]

I'm in.

After I don't eat tonight and throw up 325423414 times I'll be sure to weigh myself.

[The Franchise]

I'm in. I'll weigh myself tomorrow morning and post it in the thread.

[ArrowheadHawk]

I'm in. I participated a couple years ago but then I gave up. I now weigh more than before. Starting point 271 lbs.

[pr_capone]

315

[Great Expectations]

229

[BlackHelicopters]

Starting at 240. Biggest I have ever been. 2012 was bad.

[Hootie]

I'm exactly 200 with my work clothes/shoes on. I would like to get down to 190 by March 1st. I've been working out every day up until New Years Eve. I will go tonight after work at 11 PM.

[Buck]

315

I thought you were down to like 270???

[jd1020]

I'm in.

Got busy last year and lost track with what I was eating and how much I was eating.

Started at 190 last year, now I'm back up to around 212 but I'll have to weigh myself tomorrow.

[Hootie]

today my workout is going to be this:

Cardio: 5 minutes on 6.0, 2 minutes walk, 2 minutes 7.3, 1 minute walk (4.0), 2 minutes 7.3, 1 minute walk, 2 minutes at 7.5, 1 minute walk, 2 minutes at 7.5, 1 minute walk, 2 minutes at 7.7, 1 minute walk, 2 minutes at 7.7, 4 minutes walk

Lifting: 5X5 flies, 10X3 hammer curls, endurance curls, shoulder press, 12 minute ab work out

tomorrow will be same cardio and legs and back

[Hootie]

I get bored running on the treadmill UNLESS I do intervals and I'm hoping to increase my top speed to over 8 sometime in the next two weeks

[Buck]

Damn how come you're doing so much cardio on lift days?

[Mr. Flopnuts]

I'm in. I'm not telling my tale in numbers. A picture is worth a thousand words.

[Hootie]

Damn how come you're doing so much cardio on lift days?

I do both, it's usually about an hour workout. I am trying to do cardio every single day for the next 3 months. I was really disappointed with myself yesterday when I skipped and took a nap after work instead. I had a small window and I failed. That was disappointing, but I was really tired.

The cardio part takes 29 minutes. I have gradually increased speed over the past 3 weeks...I started at 7, 7.2, 7.4 and struggled...now I'm up to 7.7 and sometimes I feel like I could keep going, but I don't want to over exert myself and make up excuses to not go.

I always hit my arm days...sometimes I'm lazy on leg days. I feel like I'm still getting a decent workout in my legs every day I run, though.

[Hootie]

I feel like anyone who doesn't enjoy "jogging" for 10-15 straight minutes should really try the 2 minute running hard, 1 minute walking intervals. I used to struggle jogging 1-1.5 miles and now I do 3 miles at an average pace of just under 10 minutes with these intervals, warm-up and cool down. It also keeps you from being discouraged when you get "tired", look down, see you only have 30 seconds until walking for a minute and you can push through it.

My roommate does the intervals but instead of walking he just jumps to the side of the treadmill...I prefer walking, but I've done both. People look at you kind of weird when you do the side thing.

[Fat Elvis]

Fat Elvis- 255

[smittysbar]

I'll do it with you all this year. starting weight 247

[Saulbadguy]

In!

188.

[Pablo]

In. Got a wedding to slim down for in 10 months. Shouldn't be too hard.

I'll weigh myself in the morning.

[ArrowheadHawk]

Does anybody else use sparkpeople.com? It is a very easy way to track food intake and exercise.

[Buck]

I posted this on reddit and got a shit load of upvotes.

http://www.reddit.com/r/keto/comments/15shxi/366_days_0_cheats_1_new_years_resolution_seen/

[notorious]

Hell, I'll join.

207.

I will get back down to 195.

[Buck]

Does anybody else use sparkpeople.com? It is a very easy way to track food intake and exercise.

I used MyFitnessPal until I was 100% sure I knew what was safe and what wasn't.

[ArrowheadHawk]

I used MyFitnessPal until I was 100% sure I knew what was safe and what wasn't.
I checked that site out. Very similar to the one I use.

[Pablo]

220.

Jesus tits. I'm nearing my all time heaviest weight. It's alright. I'll get this sorted out.

[The Franchise]

In at 239.

[Predarat]

In at 243. I suck at this but will keep trying.

[Steron]

I want in. I'll weigh myself tonight and post it here. I'm bigger than I have ever been. :(

[Frosty]

In at a bloated post-holiday weight of 206 lbs.

[luv]

I'm in, but also not in numbers. I'm with Floppy on the picture thing. Another reason I'm not posting numbers here is because the only person I plan on "competing" against is myself. :)

[Ceej]

288.8

[KCSPORTSNUT]

STARTED THE DAY AT 305 I'm in.
Shooting for 210 by year end need all the encouragement i can get

[Cmd'r&Chief]

STARTED THE DAY AT 305 I'm in.
Shooting for 210 by year end need all the encouragement i can get

Damn homie. How tall are you? And what is your diet and exercise plan?

[Cmd'r&Chief]

I'm not sure, but I think I won last year...at least on total weight lost, maybe not % lost....

Let's get this shit going again.

Sign up here if you want and post your starting weight and I'll list in you in the OP.

Make your New Year's Resolution easier throughout the year with the support and encouragement of others in this thread!

Buck - 199.6 lbs
keg in kc - 214.2 lbs
CJizzles
Pestilence
ArrowheadHawk - 271 lbs
pr_capone - 315 lbs
Great Expectations - 229 lbs
theelusiveeightrop - 240 lbs
Capt Tasty Cheeks - 200 lbs
jd1020 - 212 lbs
Mr. Flopnuts
Fat Elvis - 255
smittysbar - 247
Saulbadguy - 188
Pablo
notorious - 207

260 lbs. My goal is 200 lbs by the end of the year

[swayy07]

280 goal is 200ish by end of year

[MagicHef]

220

I started trying to lose weight when I was 228 about 2 months ago, so hopefully I can keep it up.

[AndChiefs]

211.8. I'm 6'2. Probably looking for 20-30 lbs.

[BullJunkandIron]

223.6 Goal: 176

[Prison Bitch]

Get rid of sugar. That is all you need to do. No more caffeinated soft drinks or ice cream. You will lose weight immediately.

[Dartgod]

I've started this the last couple of years and never followed through. I did lose around 25 lbs last year, but have gained at least 15 of that back.

I'm starting dieting and exercising again so put me in. I'll post my weight in the morning.

[HonestChieffan]

I started Dec 6 at 216. Down to 204 now. 170 Goal by August 15

[trndobrd]

in at 210

[Cmd'r&Chief]

Get rid of sugar. That is all you need to do. No more caffeinated soft drinks or ice cream. You will lose weight immediately.

I don't drink soda. Never was a fan of I've cream...my weakness is chips.

[Cmd'r&Chief]

I have an excellent method that's proven effective...I just gave up last year 20 lbs away from my goal...stopped working out, started eating whatever I wanted. . . Gained it all back.

Hit me up if anybody's interested. I'll gladly share

[Thig Lyfe]

What about No Fap 2013?

[Buck]

What about No Fap 2013?

That's all you homie. I lasted 2.5 days last time.

[Buck]

I have an excellent method that's proven effective...I just gave up last year 20 lbs away from my goal...stopped working out, started eating whatever I wanted. . . Gained it all back.

Hit me up if anybody's interested. I'll gladly share

What is it?

[Buck]

If anyone wants info on Keto, let me know. I'm down to 198 this morning and was 295 a year ago, and 330 at my highest. GoChiefs also lost over 100 lbs doing a similar, if not the exact same diet. Not every diet is perfect for everyone, but I'm really into this one, and I think it has great results.

[Spott]

Lost 24 lbs in the last year or so. At 159 now, hope to stay under 160 and continue going to the gym 3-4 times a week and running about 10-12 miles a week.

[Silock]

187. Want to get back to 168 while maintaining my muscle mass.

[cdcox]

In at 189 with a goal of 170 and evaluate from there.

[teedubya]

If anyone wants info on Keto, let me know. I'm down to 198 this morning and was 295 a year ago, and 330 at my highest. GoChiefs also lost over 100 lbs doing a similar, if not the exact same diet. Not every diet is perfect for everyone, but I'm really into this one, and I think it has great results.

Yeah, I'm curious about this... shoot us some of your favorite recipes?

[cdcox]

I'm probably going with the slow carb diet, which is basically meat or eggs+beans+veggies.

I strongly prefer well seasoned all-in-one recipes to individual portions of food. So here's what I have so far:

1. Chilli
2. Ground beef or sausage + cabbage + onions + cannellini beans fried up in a pan and topped with sriracha sauce
3. Tuna, cannellini beans, tomatoes, olives, onions, olive oil, capers etc.
4. Ham and beans with a side of greens
5. Cassoulet (perhaps modified to remove any hidden carbs)
6. Modified gumbo (no roux :deevee: ) served over beans instead of rice???

What other all-in-one dishes with meat+beans+veggies do you guys have?

I'm set for breakfast (2 eggs + spiced black beans + greens) but still need 12 meals per week (I get a cheat day) for lunch and dinner and need more variety on my list.

[Ultra Peanut]

I'm like 5 pounds away from what I'd consider my absolute ideal weight right now, but I love this thread. Something in here inspired me to look at a thread I started seven (!) years ago:

Mar. 24: 217 lbs.

I practically leaped off the scale and clicked my heels when I saw that I was under 220 for what is probably the first time in three or four years. I plan on never coming close to that mark ever again.

I started that adventure at 260 or thereabouts. I weigh 150 pounds today. It's not about following the One True Plan™ forever, or anything; you just have to slowly train yourself to make better choices about what your body needs (http://calcnexus.com/bmr-calculator.php) and learn how to forget your inevitable Bad Days along the way. I've lost 20 pounds since mid-2011 with zero dietary restrictions, and was apparently none the worse for the countless times I felt like all of my progress was lost and the next time I stepped on a scale it would shatter under my girth.

It's still pretty hard to believe I'm a "totally healthy young woman," as my doctor put it after my last physical/bloodwork, but it seems like the habits and information I learned while on a super extreme very low cal/carb diet for a few months in 2006 helped me mostly stay on track. It's so weird to look back and realize how much more physically capable I am than I was from 15-22.

Keep it up, ladies and duders. <3

Oh god, I very slowly went from wearing men's XXL shirts and size 40-42 (cargo) pants to a women's M and size 6/8 (28-29) (skinny) jeans. *brain explodes*

[Kyle DeLexus]

In at 235

[luv]

I'm watching my carbs this time. I'm not paying attention to stuff that they might be (like yogurt and such), but I'm going to start avoiding stuff like bread, rice, and potatoes whenever possible. If I do eat rice, I will only eat brown rice. If I eat bread, it will only be whole wheat. I know it's not what everyone's doing, but I think this will work for me. Also, I'm trying to avoid high fructose corn syrup like it's the plague. I will be reading labels on that in order to do so.

Other than that, I'm using myfitnesspal again to track calories and exercise. I lost 45 lbs in six months last year. Gained 20 back in the last six months. Without saying my weight, I will say that my goal for this year is to lose 65 lbs. Seeing that I lost 45 in six months last year, I know this is completely doable.

[Red And Yellow]

**** this.............................I am gonna start an official weight gain challenge.

I'll join this want to try and gain at least 10 pounds this year

[BlackHelicopters]

Doing my exercise over lunch at work. Starting with 20 minute walk. Doc says this is OK. Will walk for one month and add jogs after work Feb 1.

[Buck]

Yeah, I'm curious about this... shoot us some of your favorite recipes?

Well here are the basics.

Pretty much every type of meat is ok...unless it's been soaking in some kind of sugary marinade or it has been breaded. Most cheeses are fine, as are most green veggies. Also some nuts/seeds like almonds, pumpkin seeds/pepitas are ok.

Most of my meals are a mix of some kind of meat w/ some kind of green, and sometimes cheese is involved. That sounds really basic, but there is so much you can do with that.

Ground beef, for instance, has many things you can do with it. My favorite is to brown and add just a small amount of tomato, some jalapeno, and then some cheese on top w/ pepperoni and pretend I'm eating a pizza.

Another ground beef thing I do is ground beef w/ egg and bacon + hot sauce. To be honest, I sorta just open my fridge and grab what sounds good at the moment and toss it in a pan.

But for the last 53 weeks I've basically been eating pork chops about once a week, steak once a week, chicken twice or three times a week, tritip every couple weeks...and usually with Asparagus. I would say I ate Asparagus 150+ days last year. I just love it, it's my favorite veggie by far, and I love it just as much as I love my favorite meat (bacon).

Of course, eating this way is super cheap, I don't drop $10 at a drive thru for food, ever...and I always have leftovers and I don't have to buy lunch at work.

[whoman69]

At one point last year I had lost 15 pounds but gained 9 back. It is what it is. I gain weight every fall and winter.

[BigRedChief]

Have you guys seen this video about the paratrooper transformation from walking with braces and canes to being able to run due to yoga workouts?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbVpCc_r9Sw

[Ceej]

You huskier people -- how often do you weigh yourself?

[cabletech94]

count me in for the fatties thread.

weighed in at 218 thursday. i joined the gym for the first time ever. friends with the owner. he's gonna push me. i was @ 200 a year ago october before my knee surgery. worked out yesterday, eff that elliptical machine. eff it in it's effing ear.
the rest of the workout was gym basics. felt like riding a bike. (i worked out everyday in high school 17 years ago, so i'm pretty familiar with all the workouts that i did).

[ArrowheadHawk]

Down two pounds after one week

[AndChiefs]

You huskier people -- how often do you wear yourself?

I try not to wear myself.

[1ChiefsDan]

251.6 this morning :(

[Ceej]

I try not to wear myself.

I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT YOU'RE TALKING ABOUT!

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Alright, I'm starting today. I've eaten clean, no drinking, and I'll get off my fatass and get some exercise tomorrow. Wife just told me to go ahead and get the Season Tickets I've been wanting for the Chiefs next year. I have a lot to do, I gained a fuck ton of weight back. I'm right at 4 bills. :(

[keg in kc]

I shouldn't be surprised by this after long experience, but not going out to eat for a single week has already dropped me 5 pounds. That may fluctuate by the 8th when I officially weigh, but I'm already under 210 again.

Running's been going well so far. 3.1 miles 1/1, 3.2 1/3 and 3.3 1/4. Minimal knee problems. I'll be doing three 40 minute runs this week.

Weather may even allow me on my bike a time or two (although I have some work to do on it first).

[BigRedChief]

Buck, I'm in.

Start 388 lbs

[Buck]

Well shit...I wanted to get some exercise today and I went and played some basketball and broke my ankle and potentially tore a ligament (have to go for MRI tomorrow). I'm bummed...

I'm going to have to miss a lot of working out until my ankle heals.

[keg in kc]

Sorry to hear that. Heal up soon.

[Buck]

Sorry to hear that. Heal up soon.

Thanks, it hurts like a bitch...and I'm on painkillers, which I hate.

http://i.imgur.com/KncW1.jpg

[Strongside]

Thanks, it hurts like a bitch...and I'm on painkillers, which I hate.

http://i.imgur.com/KncW1.jpg

Wow. You have a skilled surgeon my friend. How much does it cost to have a softball implanted into your ankle?

[Buck]

Wow. You have a skilled surgeon my friend. How much does it cost to have a softball implanted into your ankle?

Tell me about it. I was wearing running shoes while playing basketball. Fucking stupid, no ankle support. The worst part is that we were on our 3rd and last game of 21, so I had been playing approximately 2 hours at that point and I developed a huge blister on my other foot right where I want to put all the pressure...It's horrible.

[AndChiefs]

Tell me about it. I was wearing running shoes while playing basketball. ****ing stupid, no ankle support. The worst part is that we were on our 3rd and last game of 21, so I had been playing approximately 2 hours at that point and I developed a huge blister on my other foot right where I want to put all the pressure...It's horrible.

I always wear running shoes playing basketball. Every time I wear basketball shoes I roll my ankle.

Sad to hear though. Heal up quick.

[kcmaxwell]

I'm in. About 200, will check for sure tomorrow. Haven't ran in about a month or so... Would like to get down around 170 and have a goal of a half marathon by the end of the year. Don't know how realistic that is, my longest distance so far is 5 miles.

[Silock]

Damn, Buck. That really sucks, man. Heal up!

Also, WHY AM I NOT ON THE LIST AT THE TOP!?!?!

[LiveSteam]

Thanks, it hurts like a bitch...and I'm on painkillers, which I hate.

http://i.imgur.com/KncW1.jpg

Dam Buck! Sorry this had to happen & ruin an other wise great day of BB for you.
That hurts to look at. I cant even imagine what it feels like.

[Buck]

Damn, Buck. That really sucks, man. Heal up!

Also, WHY AM I NOT ON THE LIST AT THE TOP!?!?!

Crap, sorry, hard to keep up. What is your starting weight?

[Buck]

Dam Buck! Sorry this had to happen & ruin an other wise great day of BB for you.
That hurts to look at. I cant even imagine what it feels like.

Ehh, it's painful now, but it's not that bad. It was a real bitch when it first happened. I was just laying on the court waiting for the fucking pain to go away but it wouldn't fade at all. When I was in the car on the way to the Urgent Care, I knew since the pain wasn't going away at all that it was probably broken.

I've sprained many ankles, and the pain subsides a little as time goes on...this one got worse.

[lewdog]

Jesus Buck, that looks horrible. Heal up man and good luck.

[Silock]

Crap, sorry, hard to keep up. What is your starting weight?

Well, I don't know now! Let's go with 187.

[Brock]

Thanks, it hurts like a bitch...and I'm on painkillers, which I hate.

http://i.imgur.com/KncW1.jpg

Gotdamn, that looks horrible.

[Buck]

The Biggest Loser started tonight. It's really inspiring.

[luv]

You huskier people -- how often do you weigh yourself?

I used to weigh everyday, but I actually found it to be more frustrating. I weigh once per week.

[cdcox]

In at 189 with a goal of 170 and evaluate from there.

Hey Buck, please add me to the OP.

[keg in kc]

I used to weigh everyday, but I actually found it to be more frustrating. I weigh once per week.I also always found it to be counter-productive. There's something more psychologically satisfying (for me) about losing a pound or two in a week than there is watching myself fluctuate up and down on a daily basis for seven days. It's easier to reach a weekly goal than a daily one, too. It just seemed to create more stress.

[Buck]

I just weigh if I remember in the morning. Its not really at the top of my mind so I usually end up weighing myself about 3 times a week.

[luv]

I also always found it to be counter-productive. There's something more psychologically satisfying (for me) about losing a pound or two in a week than there is watching myself fluctuate up and down on a daily basis for seven days. It's easier to reach a weekly goal than a daily one, too. It just seemed to create more stress.

Yep.

[Buck]

Despite the broken ankle, I will say that basketball is way more fun at 200 lbs compared to 300 plus. I'm going to invest in a good pair of ankle supporting basketball shoes and basketball it's going to be my go to exercise.

[AussieChiefsFan]

Buck, how did you break your ankle?

[Buck]

Buck, how did you break your ankle?

Coming down with a rebound in basketball.

[AussieChiefsFan]

Coming down with a rebound in basketball.Ouch

[Saulbadguy]

I have a stomach virus. Fuck. Should be good for a few pounds of weight loss though, hah

[Buck]

I have a stomach virus. Fuck. Should be good for a few pounds of weight loss though, hah

Lol. I'm thinking the same thing is gonna happen with me. No appetite on the drugs.

[Hootie]

damn Buck, that sucks bro =(

[Buck]

I'm sorta freaking out because people are saying this is an 8 week injury. Fuck that's a long time.

[Saulbadguy]

I'm sorta freaking out because people are saying this is an 8 week injury. Fuck that's a long time.
Maybe you'll go "Rookie of the Year" and your ankle will develop super strength.

[cookster50]

In at 258 this morning, going somewhere tropical this summer, need to go from "ladies and kids running away" to "big, but not scary"

[Buck]

Prognosis: Out 6-8 Weeks. This is going to be awful. I'm going to lose all my muscles :(

[houstonwhodat]

980

[keg in kc]

209.0. Not a bad first week. I'll be lucky to lose 5 pounds in a month from this point on.

[mnchiefsguy]

Well, I sucked balls last year.....but what the hell, need to give losing weight another shot, so count me in.

281 lbs.

Thanks!

[BigRedChief]

We are suppose to post our new weight weekly?

[Dartgod]

I've started this the last couple of years and never followed through. I did lose around 25 lbs last year, but have gained at least 15 of that back.

I'm starting dieting and exercising again so put me in. I'll post my weight in the morning.

Forgot to come back to post my weight.

Started at 256.

[Dartgod]

Thanks, it hurts like a bitch...and I'm on painkillers, which I hate.

http://i.imgur.com/KncW1.jpg

Holy fuck, that looks painful!

[Saulbadguy]

Well, I don't know now! Let's go with 187.

You bitch.

[Buck]

We are suppose to post our new weight weekly?

However often you'd like. We usually do it once a month on the first.

[Frosty]

Well, the good news is I lost four pounds last week.

The bad news is it was because I had the flu for the last six days.

Bleh

[Saulbadguy]

Well, the good news is I lost four pounds last week.

The bad news is it was because I had the flu for the last six days.

Bleh

Same routine with me. I kicked off my diet with pissing out my ass and puking my guts out for the first 2 days. Good way to get things back on track I guess.

[Saul Good]

I'm in. About 200, will check for sure tomorrow. Haven't ran in about a month or so... Would like to get down around 170 and have a goal of a half marathon by the end of the year. Don't know how realistic that is, my longest distance so far is 5 miles.

Run six miles. If you can run six, you have a half marathon in you. A lot of people can never get to six. That seems to be the magic number.

[Frosty]

Same routine with me. I kicked off my diet with pissing out my ass and puking my guts out for the first 2 days. Good way to get things back on track I guess.

I had the respiratory-type flu so only puked once and I think it more from the gunk draining in my throat. Mostly had a high fever and didn't feel like eating or drinking anything. I think the weight lost was primarily from being dehydrated so probably won't last as I feel better and rehydrate. :(

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Run six miles. If you can run six, you have a half marathon in you. A lot of people can never get to six. That seems to be the magic number.

That makes me feel good. I got up to 8 before I decided to fuck it off. I almost insulted myself there. The first step to becoming a better person is forgiving past mistakes and growing from them. Today, I exercise. Tomorrow, I exercise more. Soon enough, I will be running 8 miles again. Slowly, but I will run them all and not walk one step. Then, I will complete a half marathon. I will try to do it before the end of the year. In the process, I will need to lose 150-200lbs. If you've never been here, God bless you. You just can't understand it. The body's desire to wear food instead of process it...

[Hootie]

Run six miles. If you can run six, you have a half marathon in you. A lot of people can never get to six. That seems to be the magic number.

how many minutes per mile should I average with 6 miles? Is 10 good?

[cookster50]

That makes me feel good. I got up to 8 before I decided to **** it off. I almost insulted myself there. The first step to becoming a better person is forgiving past mistakes and growing from them. Today, I exercise. Tomorrow, I exercise more. Soon enough, I will be running 8 miles again. Slowly, but I will run them all and not walk one step. Then, I will complete a half marathon. I will try to do it before the end of the year. In the process, I will need to lose 150-200lbs. If you've never been here, God bless you. You just can't understand it. The body's desire to wear food instead of process it...

And just think, once you reach your goal, you can change your name to Mr. Hardnuts!

[Mr. Flopnuts]

how many minutes per mile should I average with 6 miles? Is 10 good?

Who cares? You can always build speed. Personally, I focused on the endurance first. Now, I'm much, much heavier than you, and was also at the time. I weighed 270 when I was running 8 miles. My first 5k I ran a 12:30 minute mile. By the time I was running 8 miles I cut it down to about 11 minutes. And that was at 270. Focus on the endurance, and challenge the fuck out of yourself and the speed will come.

I don't normally advocate taking fitness advice from a 400lbs man, but I have some experience in this.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

And just think, once you reach your goal, you can change your name to Mr. Hardnuts!

ROFL That's what Clay used to call me when I did it the first time. Rep.

[Hootie]

Who cares? You can always build speed. Personally, I focused on the endurance first. Now, I'm much, much heavier than you, and was also at the time. I weighed 270 when I was running 8 miles. My first 5k I ran a 12:30 minute mile. By the time I was running 8 miles I cut it down to about 11 minutes. And that was at 270. Focus on the endurance, and challenge the **** out of yourself and the speed will come.

I don't normally advocate taking fitness advice from a 400lbs man, but I have some experience in this.

right now I am doing intervals and I do a little less than 10 minutes per mile for 3 miles. At this point my routine is getting a little bit easy. I'm thinking of either increasing speed and sticking with 30 minutes of cardio or maybe adding 2-4 more intervals into my routine.

[cookster50]

ROFL That's what Clay used to call me when I did it the first time. Rep.

Crap, that means in some things, Clay and I have a similar thought process. I should just kill myself now.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

right now I am doing intervals and I do a little less than 10 minutes per mile for 3 miles. At this point my routine is getting a little bit easy. I'm thinking of either increasing speed and sticking with 30 minutes of cardio or maybe adding 2-4 more intervals into my routine.

Never let it get easy. That's the best advice anyone can give you when it comes to running, or really fitness of any kind. Constantly feel like death warmed over when you're done, and you will continue to improve at satisfactory rates.

[Brock]

right now I am doing intervals and I do a little less than 10 minutes per mile for 3 miles. At this point my routine is getting a little bit easy. I'm thinking of either increasing speed and sticking with 30 minutes of cardio or maybe adding 2-4 more intervals into my routine.

Go walk 3 miles with a 30 lb kettlebell in each hand.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Whether it's faster, longer, or both, always be ready to die when you step off. That's what I did, and it worked wonders for my endurance and my speed. It also helped the fuck out of my self image. May not be an issue for you, but you can never feel too good about yourself and your accomplishments.

[Ceej]

Down two pounds since original weigh in.

I intend on weighing myself once a week.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Crap, that means in some things, Clay and I have a similar thought process. I should just kill myself now.

ROFL Guaranteed you're not the first to say this...

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Hootie, I'd say jump it up to 45 minutes of cardio. That's a good start. And then increase it 5 minutes every week or two. The kettleballs are a good idea as well. Strength building is a good thing.

[Hootie]

Whether it's faster, longer, or both, always be ready to die when you step off. That's what I did, and it worked wonders for my endurance and my speed. It also helped the **** out of my self image. May not be an issue for you, but you can never feel too good about yourself and your accomplishments.

Agreed.

I'll have to start pushing myself more. This last week felt like a breeze compared to when I started a month ago, and I've been gradually increasing speed. (From 7.0 to 7.7).

I think I'll start with 7.7 and get up to 8.0 and add an extra interval and see how I feel today.

[cookster50]

I'll be working up to 6 miles, that is my goal simply due to time. I can get to a 8 minute mile, so 6 miles with warm up and cool down is about 1 hour. I like your idea of pushing yourself faster though, as last time I was fit I was going a little faster, but never pushed to get down to something like a 7 minute mile. Let's do this Mr. Floppynuts.

[Saul Good]

how many minutes per mile should I average with 6 miles? Is 10 good?

I'm far from an expert, but I can tell you what works for me.

When I run, I set a pace in my mind that I know I can keep. I don't try to run my absolute fastest, at least not very often. For me, trying to get my best time is like maxing out on the bench press. There is a place for it, but not every time.

I don't concern myself with my average time. I want to set myself on cruise control so that every mile is run at the same speed. (If I'm running six miles, my fastest and slowest WILL BE within fifteen seconds of each other.) If that means my fastest time for six miles averages ten minutes per mile, I may run at a 10:15 pace just to make sure that my last mile is the same speed as my first mile.

While I can't say what a good pace is for anyone else, I can pass along something that happened to me when I started running (just last spring). I was running with another beginner, and I am a better athlete than my running partner, so I had to adjust my pace a bit so I didn't get way ahead. After a while, I started having knee problems. This kept up until I ran with an experienced runner who watched me run for a few miles and then said "keep up" before taking off. I had to damned near sprint for about a half mile to keep up, but my knee pain went away.

Afterwards, he told me that I had been running too slow (about a 10:15 pace iirc), and that I was essentially running with the gas and brakes on at the same time. Running with a slower partner had caused me to slow myself down every step and was exerting pressure on my knees. Speeding up to a 9:00 pace was much easier on my body and wasn't much harder for my lungs.

My advice would be to find a pace that works for you and let yourself naturally get faster. If you run six miles at a ten minute pace and feel like you have energy left at the end, try 9:45. Just make sure that you know your marks ahead of time. By that, I mean that you should be at 2:26 after a quarter mile, 4:52 after a half mile, 39:00 after 4 miles, etc. Make a game of it.

I like to run outside, and I know every inch of the path I run most often. I know the fence post I need to hit at 2:30 if I want to run a pace of 8:45. I know the scratch in the pavement at 27:30. I always thought I was weird that way, but I've talked to several runners who are the exact same way.

In the end, it's really about what keeps you going. From a results standpoint the distance matters WAY more than the speed.

[Rausch]

Never looked at or posted in this thread.

Bet the wife for a big screen and a piece of furniture in the BR that I'd lose 35 lbs in 3 weeks.

FAHK ME.

I'm not 16 and in wrestling shape.

This should be fun...

[Saul Good]

Whether it's faster, longer, or both, always be ready to die when you step off. That's what I did, and it worked wonders for my endurance and my speed. It also helped the **** out of my self image. May not be an issue for you, but you can never feel too good about yourself and your accomplishments.

Eventually, you'll hit a point where that is virtually impossible. Generally, that's about the time you can run 6+ miles without walking. If you find your pace, you'll get to six...seven...eight...and feel like you can just keep going forever...and that's because you can. You don't have to feel like trash afterwards in order to have a great workout, IMO.

[Saul Good]

Never looked at or posted in this thread.

Bet the wife for a big screen and a piece of furniture in the BR that I'd lose 35 lbs in 3 weeks.

FAHK ME.

I'm not 16 and in wrestling shape.

This should be fun...

Hope you're 300+ if you're going to do that.

[Great Expectations]

I'm down 3 lbs to 226. I've been spinning at the gym, I'm ready for Daylight Savings time and warm weather so I can start riding outside.

[phisherman]

Eventually, you'll hit a point where that is virtually impossible. Generally, that's about the time you can run 6+ miles without walking. If you find your pace, you'll get to six...seven...eight...and feel like you can just keep going forever...and that's because you can. You don't have to feel like trash afterwards in order to have a great workout, IMO.

Very true on all counts. Pacing is the key with running. The first few months, when I had trouble doing 2 miles at a time, every run was death and I felt totally gassed after every run.

Now I can hit a 9 minute per mile pace and run pretty much forever. I ran my first 5k in September of last year and I'm signed up for a half marathon already this year. Being 50 pounds lighter than I was last year definitely helps this, but dogged persistence is the key to getting used to running distances.

The key for speed, once you're acclimated to running, is to integrate speed workouts into your running/workout regimen. I power walk once a week and also try to swim once a week to change up the same old, same old routine, along with some speed/interval routines.

Your times will get better, but it's like losing weight; just fight through the plateaus.

[luv]

Went to the doctor yesterday. I weighed one pound less than I did on my original weigh in. And that was fully clothed including tennis shoes.

[Saul Good]

Went to the doctor yesterday. I weighed one pound less than I did on my original weigh in. And that was fully clothed including tennis shoes.

Now, you just need to wear less and less every time you visit the doctor.

[keg in kc]

This may seem counter-productive but it's worked for me: the best way to improve my speed has always been to stop worrying about it and focus on the distance instead. Once I get to a certain point (right now I'm just under 3.5 miles, it's that time for me...) I lose my watch, and work on running a little further every day. The watch is great when I'm doing interval work, but once I finally get into long distances, it can really **** me up. Sort of the same way that getting on the scale every day can. I focus too much on what kind of time I'm running, get discouraged if I feel like I'm going slower than I want, or push too hard early and gas out late, even just stare at the watch for a half hour. Which is like torture. So I take it out of the equation. It lets me just focus on the running itself, and I can lose myself in it. Every so often I'll time the run just so I have a general idea, but it seems to help me to focus on where I'm running, and not how long I'm running.

Now, I run outdoors. Can't do that so much on a treadmill, so people's mileage will vary (I can't run on a treadmill at all; I'd rather be waterboarded). But this approach got me from @13 down to @9 last year.

[Buck]

Never looked at or posted in this thread.

Bet the wife for a big screen and a piece of furniture in the BR that I'd lose 35 lbs in 3 weeks.

FAHK ME.

I'm not 16 and in wrestling shape.

This should be fun...

3 weeks?

You already lost.

[phisherman]

I only wear my watch to track my distance. I could care less about the speed. My goal is still to be burning calories, and I'm better off running 10 minute miles for an hour than running 8 minute miles for 40 minutes or so.

Organized races are the only time that I really track my pace/speed during the actual run.

[Buck]

Holy Fuck.

Percoset is about 1000 times better than Vicodin.

[keg in kc]

Holy ****.

Percoset is about 1000 times better than Vicodin.Usually a comment I'd follow with "this is going to end well."

[KCUnited]

Holy ****.

Percoset is about 1000 times better than Vicodin.

I'd eat some prunes.

[Buck]

Usually a comment I'd follow with "this is going to end well."
It's going great for me so far. I'm on the moooooooooooooooooooooooooooon.
I'd eat some prunes.

I eat a lot of almonds and asparagus. Pooping is not an issue with me.

[Nightfyre]

I'll get in on this action. Starting weight at 206. Hope to be down to 185 by May. The trick for me will be keeping it off when I get back down there.

[31PriestWay]

Long time lurker rarely post but I would like in. Started last Wednesday at 210 and want to get down to 190. Weighed in today and down to 209. On my second week of insanity and it is tough but I like it.

[luv]

Now, you just need to wear less and less every time you visit the doctor.

Well, I weighed nude on my original weigh in. I figured clothes and tennis shoes add a few pounds.

[The Franchise]

Holy Fuck.

Percoset is about 1000 times better than Vicodin.

Percoset does nothing for me. Morphine on the other hand.....holy fuck.

[In58men]

Weighed today I'm 285.

Out me on the list. Just got some phentermine from the doctor today. Tweaking like crazy.

[1ChiefsDan]

Well, I weighed nude on my original weigh in. I figured clothes and tennis shoes add a few pounds.
Can't believe this went two days.

Pics or GTFO :evil:


BTW, down 4.2lbs this morning. Weighed in at 247.4

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Weighed today I'm 285.

Out me on the list. Just got some phentermine from the doctor today. Tweaking like crazy.

I've heard about that shit. It makes you stop eating.

[TinyEvel]

I love how this is staying alive as an annual tradition.

Count me in. 228 Lbs. Goal weight 215.

I have been going to the gym 3 days a week and just started gaining weight a bit but toning up. It's really to get my shoulder strength back up to normal after my bike crash 10 months ago.

[In58men]

I've heard about that shit. It makes you stop eating.

Yeah, it's pretty intense stuff. You'll drop weight if you know what you're doing. It's a huge help. Just don't stay on them too long, not that good for you. Speeds up your heart rate. Drop the weight you're wanting to lose then get off them. Keep it off without the pills

[journeyscarab]

I'm in ....258.

[keg in kc]

I love how this is staying alive as an annual tradition.

Count me in. 228 Lbs. Goal weight 215.

I have been going to the gym 3 days a week and just started gaining weight a bit but toning up. It's really to get my shoulder strength back up to normal after my bike crash 10 months ago.I keep meaning to ask you how you are after that spill...

So...how are you?

[ArrowheadHawk]

11 days in. Down 6 pounds.

[melbar]

Alright I'm in. 208.

[Buck]

I'll update the OP when I get home.

I can't weigh myself for another 6 weeks.

[Buck]

OP is updated...I'll have a spreadsheet up at some point with everyone's starting weight and I'll ask for your new weight on Feb 1st (and the 1st of each month) so we can keep track.

[luv]

I've heard about that shit. It makes you stop eating.

I was on it years ago. It doesn't necessarily make you stop eating. I worked in production. When I was on it, I felt like I could make my quota plus two others. I could feel my hair grow. I got too used to that feeling. I had to go to the doctor monthly to have my blood pressure checked before he'd give a script for the following month. I eventually decided to have him wean me off of it. Yes, I lost weight, but I didn't like feeling like I was becoming addicted. Plus, I felt like I was cheating.

[Buck]

Sounds like Meth.

[luv]

Sounds like Meth.

It worked like meth...lol. I don't want to turn anyone off from it. It's just important that you know the risk factors. There's a reason why it's mot prescribed much anymore. I lost a ton of weight. But I didn't make the other necessary lifestyle changes to keep it off. In the long run, that's what it's really all about.

[Buck]

Just found this pic.

http://i.imgur.com/XJfwf.jpg?1

[Buck]

How's everyone doing?

[Cmd'r&Chief]

Weighed in this morning at 270...literally the fattest I've ever been. My weight loss challenge starts today! Enough is enough.

:My weight loss plan:

5-6 small meals a day:
Breakfast: Protein shake or fruit smoothie(alternate every day)

Snack

Lunch one of the following: soup / salad / protein shake

Snack

Dinner Post work out: steak/chicken, salad,

Snacks consist of protein bars, fruit smoothie, juice(fresh from juicer), 100 calorie snack packs


My work out will be 20-30 minutes I will be using "10 minute Trainer" which is P90x broken into 10 minute increments.

In 30 days will reevaluate my workout plan. Will likely increase to 30-40 minute workouts.

This worked out for me last year. I lost about 40 lbs in 2 months...I however got lazy, busy, and got off track. I have since put on the weight I lost, plus an additional 10 lbs.

I will keep everyone posted to share my progress.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

How's everyone doing?

I'm down over 10lbs. My food intake is good, alcohol is slowing way, way, down. Just need to find some consistancy in workouts. Gotta lose my quit.

[Dartgod]

How's everyone doing?

Yesterday was at 249, down 7 lbs with no exercise to speak of.

[Cmd'r&Chief]

I'm down over 10lbs. My food intake is good, alcohol is slowing way, way, down. Just need to find some consistancy in workouts. Gotta lose my quit.

Awesome job on losing 10lbs!

I would recommend for exercise plan 10 minute trainer. It really is effective. It's more effective if you do three 10 minute sessions versus only one. But still, 10 minutes of workout is better then none, and it's an easy goal to have. Only 10 minutes...you can handle 10 minutes right?

If you'd like the whole kit, it is rather expensive, but check that here
http://www.amazon.com/10-Minute-Trainer-Hortons-Workout/dp/B0016PWG7S/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1358370080&sr=8-1&keywords=10-minute+trainer

A cheaper alternative would be to purchase the workout bands at Wal-Mart for $20 and download 10-minute Trainer from your favorite Torrent Site.

[Cmd'r&Chief]

Yesterday was at 249, down 7 lbs with no exercise to speak of.

From my experience, you can cut quite a bit of weight on diet alone. Imagine how much more you would have lost if you had exercised though! Awesome job, keep up the diet.

[mnchiefsguy]

Started low carbing today. Decided on low carb since my diabetes seems to be starting to spiral out of control, and I need to get a grip on my blood sugar as quickly as possible, and the less sugars/carbs I put into my body, the better it will be for me.

I have been sick the last few weeks with the crud that has been running around, and even spent the night in the hospital last week...the crud and the diabetes took their toll on me. I am feeling better, but am lacking energy. Hoping the low carb will give me a bit of a boost. My endocrinologist thinks I might have to get some testosterone shots, since my levels were off.

I tried this last year, and failed so miserably, I have some serious doubts about whether I can do this. I feel like I can't let food go, even though I know that is what I need to do.

I know I need exercise too, but I am going to start out slowly. Just walking at first. I think if I start to drop some weight, I will feel like doing more. Walking briskly is apparently good for blood sugar readings, so even after I add in more aerobic exercise/weights, etc., I will probably need to walk at least every other day for the rest of my life....walking is kind of boring, so the thought of that is kind of depressing.

Sorry for my rant, I am just not in a great place when it comes to weight and health...but it is what it is. I know that if I do not get things under control and lose some weight, it is going to kill me someday.

[Buck]

I'm down over 10lbs. My food intake is good, alcohol is slowing way, way, down. Just need to find some consistancy in workouts. Gotta lose my quit.

Yesterday was at 249, down 7 lbs with no exercise to speak of.

Glad you guys are doing well. Exercise isn't necessary when it comes to losing weight, but it is important for your overall health.

[Buck]

Started low carbing today. Decided on low carb since my diabetes seems to be starting to spiral out of control, and I need to get a grip on my blood sugar as quickly as possible, and the less sugars/carbs I put into my body, the better it will be for me.

I have been sick the last few weeks with the crud that has been running around, and even spent the night in the hospital last week...the crud and the diabetes took their toll on me. I am feeling better, but am lacking energy. Hoping the low carb will give me a bit of a boost. My endocrinologist thinks I might have to get some testosterone shots, since my levels were off.

I tried this last year, and failed so miserably, I have some serious doubts about whether I can do this. I feel like I can't let food go, even though I know that is what I need to do.

I know I need exercise too, but I am going to start out slowly. Just walking at first. I think if I start to drop some weight, I will feel like doing more. Walking briskly is apparently good for blood sugar readings, so even after I add in more aerobic exercise/weights, etc., I will probably need to walk at least every other day for the rest of my life....walking is kind of boring, so the thought of that is kind of depressing.

Sorry for my rant, I am just not in a great place when it comes to weight and health...but it is what it is. I know that if I do not get things under control and lose some weight, it is going to kill me someday.

Hey man, I've been on a low-carb diet for over a year now. If you need help you can ask me any questions on here, or in a PM, or if you want I can give you my phone number and we can talk it out. I want to help you if you need the help.

[mnchiefsguy]

Hey man, I've been on a low-carb diet for over a year now. If you need help you can ask me any questions on here, or in a PM, or if you want I can give you my phone number and we can talk it out. I want to help you if you need the help.

Thank you, your offer of help means a lot, and it is greatly appreciated. I will be hitting you up with questions/etc.

My biggest obstacle is not the sugary sweets...it is the starchy carbs. I love pizza, bread, potatoes, etc.

When I find a good pizza replacement that fills my craving for it, that will make a huge difference! I miss pizza already, and it is just the first day.

[Buck]

Thank you, your offer of help means a lot, and it is greatly appreciated. I will be hitting you up with questions/etc.

My biggest obstacle is not the sugary sweets...it is the starchy carbs. I love pizza, bread, potatoes, etc.

When I find a good pizza replacement that fills my craving for it, that will make a huge difference! I miss pizza already, and it is just the first day.

This is where I come in and save you.

I make something that looks like this.

http://i.imgur.com/xpPFg.jpg

Brown 1 or 2 lbs of hamburger (seasoned to your taste)
Drain
Put back in pan
Add tomatoes / tomato sauce (optional)
Let cook on the burner on low for maybe 10 min (let the liquids in the tomatoes reduce a little)
Cover in mozzarella shredded cheese and pepperoni
Put in oven under broiler for 5-6 min to melt cheese

p.s. In the pic I only used 1 lb of hamburger meat, it was a wide pan though so it looks flat. I cook 2 lbs in that pan now.

[mnchiefsguy]

This is where I come in and save you.

I make something that looks like this.

http://i.imgur.com/xpPFg.jpg

Brown 1 or 2 lbs of hamburger (seasoned to your taste)
Drain
Put back in pan
Add tomatoes / tomato sauce (optional)
Let cook on the burner on low for maybe 10 min (let the liquids in the tomatoes reduce a little)
Cover in mozzarella shredded cheese and pepperoni
Put in oven under broiler for 5-6 min to melt cheese

p.s. In the pic I only used 1 lb of hamburger meat, it was a wide pan though so it looks flat. I cook 2 lbs in that pan now.

That looks really good. Will give it a try, and may even add in some Italian sausage too. Love the way the cheese browned, I think using the broiler must make a big difference.

Thanks!

[Buck]

That looks really good. Will give it a try, and may even add in some Italian sausage too. Love the way the cheese browned, I think using the broiler must make a big difference.

Thanks!

Yep, sometimes I do 1 lbs of hamburger and 1 lb of sausage.

The browning of the cheese is crucial in any faux-pizza.

[mnchiefsguy]

Hey Buck,

Did you suffer any of what they call the "carb flu" when you first started. I have a massive headache most of the day today, although I am giving up diet soda for water, so that may be due to a lack of caffeine.

[Cmd'r&Chief]

Started low carbing today. Decided on low carb since my diabetes seems to be starting to spiral out of control, and I need to get a grip on my blood sugar as quickly as possible, and the less sugars/carbs I put into my body, the better it will be for me.

I have been sick the last few weeks with the crud that has been running around, and even spent the night in the hospital last week...the crud and the diabetes took their toll on me. I am feeling better, but am lacking energy. Hoping the low carb will give me a bit of a boost. My endocrinologist thinks I might have to get some testosterone shots, since my levels were off.

I tried this last year, and failed so miserably, I have some serious doubts about whether I can do this. I feel like I can't let food go, even though I know that is what I need to do.

I know I need exercise too, but I am going to start out slowly. Just walking at first. I think if I start to drop some weight, I will feel like doing more. Walking briskly is apparently good for blood sugar readings, so even after I add in more aerobic exercise/weights, etc., I will probably need to walk at least every other day for the rest of my life....walking is kind of boring, so the thought of that is kind of depressing.

Sorry for my rant, I am just not in a great place when it comes to weight and health...but it is what it is. I know that if I do not get things under control and lose some weight, it is going to kill me someday.

This is the perfect place to rant and vent. Nothing but encouragement here friend. Having done the low carb diet, I can speak the for the first week, you will have very little energy. So if you're hoping for energy, not gonna happen for the first week.

You're absolutely right about losing weight for healthy living. I think the plan you have prepared for yourself will work very well. Just don't give up because the results will come in baby steps. Keep on keepin on. Feel free to rant, and share any questions you might have.

[Buck]

Hey Buck,

Did you suffer any of what they call the "carb flu" when you first started. I have a massive headache most of the day today, although I am giving up diet soda for water, so that may be due to a lack of caffeine.

Yeah dude, it's your body adapting.

Get more sodium, make a cup of broth with bouillon if you have it, it will help a lot.

[Pablo]

Down ten pounds to 210. Just an apple for breakfast, salad for lunch, and a reasonable dinner and I'm good to go. No more soda or sweet drinks.

Booze is down to twice a week, so that will help.

[KCUnited]

For that busy body on the go. I'll take several eggs, some cooked sausage, spinach, cheese, or whatever. Whip it all together, pour in a muffin tin and bake it. Pop out little breakfast muffins for the entire week. Breakfast on the fly. I'll eat them cold in a pinch.

[keg in kc]

Last week's been a bit of a shambles for me. I decided I needed to shuffle my sleep around, which will be good long term (if I stick to it) but has me just dead physically. Lost a full week of running, which shouldn't be a big deal. Didn't impact my diet at all. 16 days, no dining out.

[Cmd'r&Chief]

Down ten pounds to 210. Just an apple for breakfast, salad for lunch, and a reasonable dinner and I'm good to go. No more soda or sweet drinks.

Booze is down to twice a week, so that will help.

Awesome job! Keep up the hard work. I would encourage you to research eating too few calories. If that's all you ate today, I'd be concerned that you're not eating enough calories. Though the immediate results are exciting, it slowly kills your metabolism. Cutting out soda and sweet drinks is an awesome start though! Keep on Keepin' on bro

[Cmd'r&Chief]

Last week's been a bit of a shambles for me. I decided I needed to shuffle my sleep around, which will be good long term (if I stick to it) but has me just dead physically. Lost a full week of running, which shouldn't be a big deal. Didn't impact my diet at all. 16 days, no dining out.

16 days into it? Dude you got this shit. I hope your body better adapts to your new sleep schedule. Best of Luck!

[ArrowheadHawk]

Down 11 pounds so far this month.

[MagicHef]

Thank you, your offer of help means a lot, and it is greatly appreciated. I will be hitting you up with questions/etc.

My biggest obstacle is not the sugary sweets...it is the starchy carbs. I love pizza, bread, potatoes, etc.

When I find a good pizza replacement that fills my craving for it, that will make a huge difference! I miss pizza already, and it is just the first day.

You can make a reasonable pizza crust out of cauliflower, eggs and cheese. I tried it and was surprised at how good it was, it tastes like cauliflower flavored pizza crust.

www.recipegirl.com/2012/01/16/cauliflower-crust-hawaiian-pizza/

[mnchiefsguy]

You can make a reasonable pizza crust out of cauliflower, eggs and cheese. I tried it and was surprised at how good it was, it tastes like cauliflower flavored pizza crust.

www.recipegirl.com/2012/01/ 16/cauliflower-crust-hawaiian-pizza/

Thanks for the link. I am hesitant to try it, because I am not a cauliflower fan, although if enough seasoning and garlic was added, that might hide the cauliflower taste.

Some folks claim there is no cauliflower taste, but with that much cauliflower in it, I am not sure how you can avoid it.

[mnchiefsguy]

Day three, and I think I am doing okay. Headaches have subsided, I have managed to keep my carb count well below 20, and my blood sugar has responded. Had some of the best glucose readings in awhile yesterday and today. Not sure if the weight loss has started to kick in, I will probably wait to weigh until I have being on the diet for a week or two.

[The Franchise]

Check out www.atkinsdietgeek.com

[ArrowheadHawk]

How do guys on diets handle drinking beer? I'm planning to keep my food calorie count normal and go ahead and have some beers today. I figure that is still better than before my diet. I figure as long as I only do this every other week I should be good.

[mnchiefsguy]

Check out www.atkinsdietgeek.com

Thanks for the link, found several recipes I am going to have to try out!

I have been winging it the first few days of the diet...figuring out what I want to eat, and then my wife has been running to the store every day to get what I need. Today's goal is plan out some menu and make a complete list of what I need for the next 5-7 days, and hit the store to stock up. Meal planning will help keep me on track better I think, and minimize opportunities to fall off of the wagon.

Got a pedometer yesterday. Starting out with just walking for my exercise, since regular walking has a positive effect on my blood sugar, and I think my back will be more tolerate or more aerobic exercise once I drop some pounds. Went to the YMCA last night and walk for around 90 minutes and put in about 5000 steps. Going to try to make it back there this afternoon if I can.

[Buck]

MOTHERFUCK THIS BROKEN ANKLE!

I'm getting soft...fat...it fucking sucks.

I've not been able to weigh myself at all, but I'm betting I've put on a good 5 lbs the last 2 weeks since I broke it.

[1ChiefsDan]

This is where I come in and save you.

I make something that looks like this.

http://i.imgur.com/xpPFg.jpg

Brown 1 or 2 lbs of hamburger (seasoned to your taste)
Drain
Put back in pan
Add tomatoes / tomato sauce (optional)
Let cook on the burner on low for maybe 10 min (let the liquids in the tomatoes reduce a little)
Cover in mozzarella shredded cheese and pepperoni
Put in oven under broiler for 5-6 min to melt cheese

p.s. In the pic I only used 1 lb of hamburger meat, it was a wide pan though so it looks flat. I cook 2 lbs in that pan now.

Made this tonight with ground turkey, garlic, onion and black olives. It was great and the kids liked it too.

[Brock]

MOTHERFUCK THIS BROKEN ANKLE!

I'm getting soft...fat...it fucking sucks.

I've not been able to weigh myself at all, but I'm betting I've put on a good 5 lbs the last 2 weeks since I broke it.

Wouldn't surprise me if you've actually lost weight, not that that's a good thing.

I'm curious if you can stand for any length of time. I have no idea what a broken ankle feels like or how it really limits you, but I wonder if there's any way you could get an effective cardio workout just with your upper body.

[Buck]

Wouldn't surprise me if you've actually lost weight, not that that's a good thing.

I'm curious if you can stand for any length of time. I have no idea what a broken ankle feels like or how it really limits you, but I wonder if there's any way you could get an effective cardio workout just with your upper body.

It doesn't hurt if I stand on it with my weight balanced correctly, but it can hurt if I move around. Mainly, my left leg is just weak as shit because I haven't been using it at all. I was taking a shower and my left knee buckled out of nowhere...

I'm just doing one-legged pushups for now.

[Hootie]

I've been impressing myself with my workouts as of late. I'm down to 192, and I feel FIT.

Today I beasted the treadmill and did my usual 6 intervals, and then ended with 3 more 2 minute intervals on 9.0 speed. Ran about 4 miles averaging 9 minutes per mile and feel like I could've kept going but wanted to get my lifts in.

I haven't gone every day like I've wanted to but I've been going 4 to 5 times a week and doing way more lifts than I originally anticipated.

I really, really like Planet Fitness.

[Buck]

How's their pizza? And god damn bro...I can't do a brisk walk for more than 5 minutes without fearing that I've used up too much energy for my lifts.

[Hootie]

How's their pizza? And god damn bro...I can't do a brisk walk for more than 5 minutes without fearing that I've used up too much energy for my lifts.

I've never done the pizza...feels awkward.

Running is really what I like doing at the gym, and was really my prime objective when I started working out again. I wanted to run every day because I feel like that's the best way to tone up.

I started out really struggling but doing pretty well...now I feel like I can just go and go and go. Today when I was done I did my lifts with no issue, plenty of energy.

I like this place because I get to run on the treadmill and stare at beautiful 19 year old girls butt cheeks...it's very motivating.

[Hootie]

and I put "girls" in there because I know everyone wonders about me

[Brock]

It doesn't hurt if I stand on it with my weight balanced correctly, but it can hurt if I move around. Mainly, my left leg is just weak as shit because I haven't been using it at all. I was taking a shower and my left knee buckled out of nowhere...

I'm just doing one-legged pushups for now.

What I was really wondering about is if you can wrap that ankle up good and do kettlebell swings.

[Demonpenz]

they have those bicycling thing for your arms. I would think you could burn calories with a hurt ankle by doing leg extensions leg curles weight lifting etc.

[Demonpenz]

hell work a punching bag for 30 minutes or so.

[Buck]

What I was really wondering about is if you can wrap that ankle up good and do kettlebell swings.

Not at all.

[mnchiefsguy]

Well, I have been low carb for nine days, minus a couple of minor hiccups. I have a Doctors appointment this afternoon, so I guess I will count that as my first official weigh-in!

[Buck]

Just curious what constitutes a minor hiccup?

[AndChiefs]

Just curious what constitutes a minor hiccup?

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[mnchiefsguy]

Just curious what constitutes a minor hiccup?

We were out with some friends from out of town on Sunday, and I wound up having some pasta since we ate out for lunch.

[mnchiefsguy]

I was not thinking in my earlier post, my Dr.'s appointment was at 2 o'clock, and I weighed in fully dressed. I did weigh myself this morning, so we will go with that weight for my first official weigh-in since starting: 273.6. Down 7.5 pounds in nine days so far, so I have no complaints. My blood sugar numbers have gotten drastically better as well.

[Hootie]

diet has never really been an issue for me since I've always had a good metabolism...but it's probably my biggest weakness

I have decent willpower and I don't eat a whole lot...but I can't quit BW3, pasta, fried foods...

I feel as long as I work out and run the 3-4 miles per day I've been doing, I'd lose weight no matter what I ate/how much I ate since I'm just not a problem eater.

[Buck]

diet has never really been an issue for me since I've always had a good metabolism...but it's probably my biggest weakness

I have decent willpower and I don't eat a whole lot...but I can't quit BW3, pasta, fried foods...

I feel as long as I work out and run the 3-4 miles per day I've been doing, I'd lose weight no matter what I ate/how much I ate since I'm just not a problem eater.

12 BW3 wings are like 2000 calories. I was shocked when I found out.

[Hootie]

12 BW3 wings are like 2000 calories. I was shocked when I found out.

yeah I tend to do the wrap there but I'm sure that's not much better for me considering I usually get it with the buffalo chips and cheese.

I just can't quit their hot sauce.

I also eat a lot of greasy mexican authentic steak tacos so I'm sure those aren't any better for me, either...

but I generally eat two meals a day and don't snack...I can't imagine I get over 3,000 calories per day very often...and some days I stick to healthy subs at Subway and I no longer drink regular soda and haven't for months...coffee, diet and water.

eating has never really been a problem for me...I do over-drink but I've noticed dramatic changes ever since I started running...my endurance in flag football is off the charts now...I've never smoked either so that's a plus.

[Canofbier]

I'm not going to read though this whole thread, so sorry if this has been mentioned before. I have a history of weight problems and experience with massive weight loss, as well as the weight gain that often creeps back afterwards.

After having lost over 100 pounds and then gaining back 30-40lbs of it, I've had a good amount of success recently with this app (http://www.myfitnesspal.com/mobile). I've found that if when I take it seriously and write in everything that I eat (and whatever exercise I do), I meet my goals a lot more frequently. I've lost a solid 10 lbs over the last couple of weeks just by using it. It's a nice little tool for holding yourself accountable for what you eat and what you do.

[journeyscarab]

I'm not going to read though this whole thread, so sorry if this has been mentioned before. I have a history of weight problems and experience with massive weight loss, as well as the weight gain that often creeps back afterwards.

After having lost over 100 pounds and then gaining back 30-40lbs of it, I've had a good amount of success recently with this app (http://www.myfitnesspal.com/mobile). I've found that if when I take it seriously and write in everything that I eat (and whatever exercise I do), I meet my goals a lot more frequently. I've lost a solid 10 lbs over the last couple of weeks just by using it. It's a nice little tool for holding yourself accountable for what you eat and what you do.

I use that app too! Very helpful! :thumb:

[Great Expectations]

Rode my bike 48 miles today and burned 3100 calories, but I'm s so hungry afterward that i've eaten 3500 calories since.

[cdcox]

I officially started the slow carb diet yesterday. Meal = (meat or eggs) + beans + veggies. I've struggled to get in 3 meals a day. Breakfast at 9:00, lunch around 2:00 and now it is 10:30 and I'm just getting hungry enough to eat dinner. Same thing yesterday. Really weird.

[Dartgod]

244 this morning, down 12 lbs for the month of January.

PBJ

[cdcox]

One week into my weight loss plan and I'm 185 down from 189.

[ArrowheadHawk]

257 - Down 14 pounds in one month

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Had some MAJOR setbacks this month. Not going into detail here, but if we're friends on Facebook you may have saw something about it. I yanked some of it down. 396. Hoping for a better February as I believe those issues are resolved, but not yet sure.

[Dartgod]

One week into my weight loss plan and I'm 185 down from 189.

You weigh 4 lbs now? :eek:

[Saulbadguy]

181!

[Buck]

194.4

Down 5.2 lbs for January.

[MagicHef]

216

Down 4 pounds in January, 12 pounds total since I started.

[1ChiefsDan]

Weighed in at 244.4. Down 7.2 pounds for January.

[1ChiefsDan]

194.4

Down 5.2 lbs for January.

What are you doing to lose weight with the broken ankle?

[Buck]

181!

Damn that's fucking crazy. Nice month bro. I wanted to beat you.

[Buck]

What are you doing to lose weight with the broken ankle?

A lot of pushups. I upped my intake of protein this month too in order to minimize muscle loss. Not sure if it worked or not.

[The Franchise]

239. Fuck you January.

If excuses burned calories.....I'd be a skinny bitch.

[cookster50]

251

[Frosty]

201

Down 5 pounds, most of this last week.

[Saulbadguy]

Damn that's fucking crazy. Nice month bro. I wanted to beat you.

The stomach virus kicked things off quickly. I usually average 5-6 lbs a month. I didn't exercise at all either.

[Pablo]

212

[AndChiefs]

205.2

[lewdog]

I have successfully gained 10 lbs.....on purpose!

[Frosty]

I have successfully gained 10 lbs.....on purpose!

Yeah, that's what I tell myself every year too.

[keg in kc]

209.6

-4.6 for January.

I expect to do a bit better this month.

[Ceej]

I have successfully gained 10 lbs.....on purpose!

You're such a stud muffin.

[mnchiefsguy]

270 for me, plus I get to have an MRI on my skull, since my blood work came back from the doctor, and apparently my pituratary (sp) gland is probably very little, if any, testosterone.
Doctor seems to think that that could be a factor in my body being insulin resistant. I have also read that having low T levels can not only cause fatigue, but cause weight gain (and thus prevent weight loss). Like dieting and exercise aren't hard enough as it.

Keeping my chin up though. Did not walk as much as I wanted this week, so I need to hit the Y today and get a few miles in.

[cdcox]

Three more pounds off this morning: 182 :eek:

7 lbs off in 8 days.

Cheat day tomorrow. PBJPBJPBJ

Planned: apple fritters, candied bacon wrapped smokies, ham and cheese sandwiches, pot stickers, extreme moose tracks ice cream.:drool:

[mnchiefsguy]

Three more pounds off this morning: 182 :eek:

7 lbs off in 8 days.

Cheat day tomorrow. PBJPBJPBJ

Planned: apple fritters, candied bacon wrapped smokies, ham and cheese sandwiches, pot stickers, extreme moose tracks ice cream.:drool:

Awesome! Almost a pound a day!

[go bo]

I've heard about that shit. It makes you stop eating.

i was on phen-fen for years and all it did was maintain my weight...

i started at 376 a couple of years ago and got down to 308 before going back up to 335...

so put me down for a starting weight of 335...

[go bo]

Had some MAJOR setbacks this month. Not going into detail here, but if we're friends on Facebook you may have saw something about it. I yanked some of it down. 396. Hoping for a better February as I believe those issues are resolved, but not yet sure.

396?

i started at 398 a few years ago...

we've lost it before, we can lose it again, eh?

[HonestChieffan]

Have not weighed in two weeks. Lifting has totally messed up weight vs fat loss correlation in my head. But...Have gone from tight 38 waist jeans to 36 comfy since Dec 6.

[31PriestWay]

Started at 210 now down to 208. Insanity kicks your behind!

[ArrowheadHawk]

Down 16 pounds for the year.

[In58men]

258

[Nightfyre]

I haven't lost much weight but I have noticed that I am leaning out a bit. Bleh.

[cdcox]

Only one pound off this week down to 181.

I gained back 2 lbs between Saturday and Sunday last week (I was probably a little dehydrated when I clocked in at 182 last Saturday). Added 2 more pounds on my cheat day. I dropped own to 183 within a couple days and held steady there until this morning's weigh in. A lot of up and down along the way, but I'm still down 8 lbs overall.