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SenselessChiefsFan · 11-28-2009, 07:40 PM

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.

Omaha · 06-08-2010, 09:32 AM

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Originally Posted by ArrowheadHawk

I'm losing my desire to work out. I have been eating between 1300 and 1500 calories per day and seing almost a daily change on the scale. This is causing me not to have motivation to go to the gym when I am losing weight just by diet alone.

This works for me. Figure out what really motivates you. Find a picture or something that reminds you of it & keep it where you'll see it every day. Any time I think of skipping, I force myself to think about what I'll really be sacrificing. I hope it helps.

Also, if I skip, I post it on here & wait for one of you guys to call me a loser. That helps, too.

SenselessChiefsFan · 06-08-2010, 09:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArrowheadHawk

I'm losing my desire to work out. I have been eating between 1300 and 1500 calories per day and seing almost a daily change on the scale. This is causing me not to have motivation to go to the gym when I am losing weight just by diet alone.

Diet will not give you broader shoulders, bigger arms, or more strength.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 06-08-2010, 10:56 AM

I'm taking a day off. I've gone 9 days in a row.

**The Franchise** · 06-08-2010, 11:06 AM

I guess I'll just consider today my cheat day. Election days never work out well for the diet.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 06-08-2010, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Pestilence

I guess I'll just consider today my cheat day. Election days never work out well for the diet.

Dude, I was a fat, ****ing pig all weekend. Yesterday was the day to get back on track, and I ****ed it off too. Shit happens. Your excuse is a helluva lot better than mine.

**The Franchise** · 06-08-2010, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

Dude, I was a fat, ****ing pig all weekend. Yesterday was the day to get back on track, and I ****ed it off too. Shit happens. Your excuse is a helluva lot better than mine.

There are like 20 people in my office right now and all of them brought in something that they baked. I'm pretty sure I clear 3000 calories every time we have an election here.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 06-08-2010, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Pestilence

There are like 20 people in my office right now and all of them brought in something that they baked. I'm pretty sure I clear 3000 calories every time we have an election here.

I've done that 3 times this year. Once was this weekend. I honestly think it's good for you every once in a while. Not for the body obviously

but definitely for the psych. Enjoy it, I say.

Silock · 06-08-2010, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by SensibleChiefsfan

I will definitely check that the next time I am in the gym. I'll just bench the bar and see how I do it.

Word. The biggest issue is that if your elbows are at 90 degrees out to the side when you have the weight up at its height, that will strain your shoulders.

Grab the bar, and hold it at the top of your movement. Rotate your elbows inward. Bring the bar down to the bottom of your ribcage. That's proper upper body form. Feet should be closer to your hips, while your knees are the body part that is farthest away from the bar.

Silock · 06-08-2010, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ArrowheadHawk

I'm losing my desire to work out. I have been eating between 1300 and 1500 calories per day and seing almost a daily change on the scale. This is causing me not to have motivation to go to the gym when I am losing weight just by diet alone.

Nothing wrong with that. If your goal is simply weight loss, that's easily achieved through diet alone.

As for being at the gym, well, you don't have to. Just find something physical that you like to do, like running with a dog, playing sports, etc.

Silock · 06-08-2010, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Omaha

This works for me. Figure out what really motivates you. Find a picture or something that reminds you of it & keep it where you'll see it every day. Any time I think of skipping, I force myself to think about what I'll really be sacrificing. I hope it helps.

Also, if I skip, I post it on here & wait for one of you guys to call me a loser. That helps, too.

Hey, don't worry... we can call you a loser even if you don't skip!

Silock · 06-08-2010, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pestilence

I guess I'll just consider today my cheat day. Election days never work out well for the diet.

I totally read this as "Erection Day." Thought I missed out on a holiday.

Omaha · 06-08-2010, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

I totally read this as "Erection Day." Thought I missed out on a holiday.

Great idea for a holiday!

**The Franchise** · 06-08-2010, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Silock

I totally read this as "Erection Day." Thought I missed out on a holiday.

I figured someone would use that while quoting my post.

In other news....

Barbacoa burrito FTMFW!!!!!!

Silock · 06-08-2010, 03:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SensibleChiefsfan

I will definitely check that the next time I am in the gym. I'll just bench the bar and see how I do it.

BTW, your weight and reps will go down for hte first few times you do it this way, but will quickly rocket past where you would have otherwise been.

ArrowheadHawk · 06-08-2010, 03:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pestilence

I figured someone would use that while quoting my post.

In other news....

Barbacoa burrito FTMFW!!!!!!

That makes me want a Chipolte Burrito. Haven't had one since I started this diet/lifestyle change.

11-28-2009, 07:40 PM
SenselessChiefsFan MVP Join Date: Nov 2008 Casino cash: $10005450	The "I just got back from the gym" and this is what I have eaten thread. 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.
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