The "I just got back from the gym" and this is what I have eaten thread.

[SenselessChiefsFan]

Okay, so there are a ton of guys in here that are working out, trying to work out, or 'thinking' about working out.

So, I figured I would start a thread. I am all about making myself accountable. The more people that I tell about working out, the more people I would let down by not going.

If you go to the gym.... then post here when you get back. If you do P90X, post here when you get done. If you ride the excercise bike.... post it here.

Anything you do to get in shape.... share with the board. I know I have gotten some great advice and feedback.

Also, post what you eat. If you post everything you eat, and you know others will be critical, you may think twice before you grab a Twinkie.

Okay, so, I went to the gym. I did five minutes on the cross climber to warm up. I stretched for about three minutes.

Then, I did three sets of squats with just 135. I did back extensions and hanging leg lifts. Three sets each. I did leg curls, calf extensions, abductor and adductor excercises as well.

On my leg day, I do very light chest exercises to work on my explosive power. I do three sets of six pushups as explosively as I can. I throw the excercise ball up like a chest pass while laying on the bench.

Then, I finished off my workout with 30 minutes on the eliptical.

As far as my diet.

Breakfast two pieces of peanut butter whole wheat toast, protein shake, and banana.

I have had another banana, two yogurts, and a handful of cashews as snacks.

I didn't have a 'lunch' per se.

Kids had sloppy joes with lean beef (as if that makes it great).... I took a baked potato, and put a serving of sloppy joe over it, with jalapenos and 2 oz's of lowfat cheddar cheese.

I have also had shotgun with water, and synthesize with water.

I won't eat again before bed.


Okay, I know putting everything down here will open me up to criticism. I know some will think that I am doing things all wrong. I appreciate any advice, but I have done a lot of reading and talking to trainers.... so, I have an idea of what I am doing.... or at least what I think I am doing.

The point of this thread, isn't to get into pissing matches about how to do things.... but rather to give ourselves a gold star for making an effort.

Try not to beat anyone down on this thread, because this is about encouragement.

[Silock]

Originally Posted by SensibleChiefsfan

Okay, I have 21 days to lose 9lbs. I am going to come in here and log every single thing that I put in my body. Forgive me if this becomes tedious. However, this will hold me accountable. I am drinking water like crazy. It helps me with the empty belly feeling.

I just fixed my protein shake. My plan is two protein shakes today and eating at Panda Express. My total caloric intake should be less than 1000 calories. Shakes are 210 each, and Panda Express will be 510. So, that will put me at 930 calories for the day, and over 100 grams of protein.

If I can do this for 21 days, I can lose 9lbs. I will keep you posted.

Have you tried fitday.com? I like it for calorie tracking.

[Silock]

Originally Posted by RedThat

I've taken 2 weeks off lol

But, I trained straight for 4 months non-stop. The resting part is amazing, I think your body recovers more than anything. I just simply believe we overtrain from time to time, it's inevitable. The reason Im saying that, is, when Im in the rhythm of training sometimes I get sleep deprived, with that being said, going to the gym off lack of sleep is like taxing your muscles since your training on top of minimal recovery time.

The time off is essential, I get more rest(minus the weights), and for some reason Im sleeping a lot better now, Im certain my body is appreciating what Im doing. The break in between training is like Im offsetting for recovery time lost from the duration of my previous training regimen. It's pretty much a makeup point from here on in.

Yeah, I've been going every single day for 2 months now getting ready for soccer season. I'm going to take an entire week off right before the season starts just to get my body prepared.

[RedThat]

Originally Posted by Silock

Yeah, I've been going every single day for 2 months now getting ready for soccer season. I'm going to take an entire week off right before the season starts just to get my body prepared.

Wow..That's awesome man. All the power to you. To go to the gym everyday requires a lot of discipline, sooner or later Im gonna have to get to that point. Taking a week off is very wise, reward yourself for the hard work.

You have a nice combination of hard work, determination, and smarts all key to success thats for sure

[Hammock Parties]

Originally Posted by RedThat

Wow..That's awesome man. All the power to you. To go to the gym everyday requires a lot of discipline, sooner or later Im gonna have to get to that point.

When I started losing weight I had a shift in mindset. Basically I said to myself, how much ****ing time do you waste on the computer every day? Take one of those ****ing hours and start moving your ass, lardboy.

I believe if everyone in America found one hour a day to exercise, and stopped eating like ****ing pigs, we would be a much healthier nation. Unfortunately most people would rather watch another sitcom and order pizza.

[RedThat]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

When I started losing weight I had a shift in mindset. Basically I said to myself, how much ****ing time do you waste on the computer every day? Take one of those ****ing hours and start moving your ass, lardboy.

I believe if everyone in America found one hour a day to exercise, and stopped eating like ****ing pigs, we would be a much healthier nation. Unfortunately most people would rather watch another sitcom and order pizza.

Well, and it goes to show that a lot of people would rather prefer feelings of pleasure over gruelling hard work and sacrifice.

To pursue an active lifestyle that also involves a change in eating habits requires a really strong mind. That is why I have a lot of admiration and respect for fitness buffs because they're not only willing to respect themselves but they make the necessary sacrifices it takes to succeed in their goals, and put forth the effort by applying disciplinary action into their activity. Not easy. But the point is, its a matter of self-respect and embracing the challenges that lie ahead. I look up to people who are like that.

*You've done a great thing for yourself GoChiefs by changing your mindset. Always good to hear stuff like that. Be proud of yourself, and keep that mindset, don't quit! Persistence is key

[Hammock Parties]

Originally Posted by RedThat

Well, and it goes to show that a lot of people would rather prefer feelings of pleasure over gruelling hard work and sacrifice.

The thing is I get plenty of pleasure from working out now.

More long-lasting pleasure (lol kinky) than I ever did sitting on my ass stuffing my face.

That pleasure is fleeting. 20 minutes after the high of downing a Wendy's extra value meal you usually feel like shit.

But being a beast is 24-7.

[RedThat]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

The thing is I get plenty of pleasure from working out now.

More long-lasting pleasure (lol kinky) than I ever did sitting on my ass stuffing my face.

That pleasure is fleeting. 20 minutes after the high of downing a Wendy's extra value meal you usually feel like shit.

But being a beast is 24-7.

I believe it. Working out is amazing, it has an effect on your psyche thats for sure. Actually it's a fact.

Amazing how fast food works eh? The differences in short term and long term effects. Short term it may appeal to your taste buds, but long term there are various negative side effects.

[Silock]

Reminds me of this:

http://www.adoniseffect.com/easy-is-killing-you.html

[penguinz]

Originally Posted by GoChiefs

But being a beast is 24-7.

You will never be a beast unless you are referring to the 1/2 ton kind of beast.

[SenselessChiefsFan]

Well, tonight was supposed to be an off night because I am normally at choir practice. My little one had a softball game though, so I now have the night off. I am going to go workout.... just deciding what to work on.

I think I am going to do chest/triceps since my last chest routine was pretty lame.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by SensibleChiefsfan

Well, tonight was supposed to be an off night because I am normally at choir practice. My little one had a softball game though, so I now have the night off. I am going to go workout.... just deciding what to work on.

I think I am going to do chest/triceps since my last chest routine was pretty lame.

Go do some cardio. That's my vote.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

I signed up for my first group gym class. It's a Biggest Loser boot camp class that will last 90 minutes this Saturday. Should we lay down odds on whether or not I can finish it?

[Silock]

I vote take the night off.



And I bet you do better than 99% of the people in the class, Floppy.

[Mr. Flopnuts]

Originally Posted by Silock

I vote take the night off.



And I bet you do better than 99% of the people in the class, Floppy.

Thanks dude. I expect to be tired by the end of it, because I don't normally go that long but I expect to finish it.

[Simply Red]

also, i'm 37