NEW YEARS RESOLUTION WEIGHT LOSS THREAD 2012

[Hammer St. James]

Originally Posted by camaroitalia

Weighed in this morning: I have lost 100 pounds!
I am starting to add fish into my diet now. Not that bad. And I have been drinking WHEY Protein Six Star elite series every other day. Is that Pro Complex worth the price??

Go on with your bad self!

[Ject]

I know I didn't make a new years resolution but... I actually started my diet about 4 weeks ago and have lost 18 lbs since.
Starting to get harder to stick with it as I've started to crave sweets this week.

[sugar'n'spice]

Originally Posted by Ject

I know I didn't make a new years resolution but... I actually started my diet about 4 weeks ago and have lost 18 lbs since.
Starting to get harder to stick with it as I've started to crave sweets this week.

PMS ? LOL

Just think of your long term goals...it should help you a bit...don't give in...

[Ject]

Originally Posted by sugar'n'spice

PMS ? LOL

Just think of your long term goals...it should help you a bit...don't give in...

Oh how I wish I could chalk it up to that

[RubyCamaro]

Okay I need some help from my nutritionistas. It seems highly likely that I may be gluten intollerant. :( I really hope not because I love my bread, but both of my sisters ahve been diagnosed and one of their daughters. One of my nephews suspects he may be also and review of symptoms reveals a high liklihood my mother was. I have tried going off & back on gluten a couple of times & that also lends some validity to the theory. It could explain a lot of issues I have had over the last several years including anemia, irritable bowel syndrone and problems with my skin just to name a few. I am worried since this is a very difficult diet to manage since gluten in in so much of the food we eat. I have started learning about it from searches on the web, but any wisdom or guidance anyone could offer would be appreciated.

[kjkjr27]

How does everyone stay so motivated, I have the hardest time with motivation and sticking to a workout or even starting up again once i fall off it. When i use to play soccer for my university 4 years ago i was in the best shape of my life and back then i was motivated by getting yelled at and the pressure of not playing. But now that it is all behind me i have such a hard time finding motivation :(

[collinsRS]

Originally Posted by kjkjr27

How does everyone stay so motivated, I have the hardest time with motivation and sticking to a workout or even starting up again once i fall off it. When i use to play soccer for my university 4 years ago i was in the best shape of my life and back then i was motivated by getting yelled at and the pressure of not playing. But now that it is all behind me i have such a hard time finding motivation :(

The hardest part is getting there. Find something you LIKE to do, and start there. For me, I train/fight Muay Thai, and have fallen in LOVE with it. Keeps me in great shape, and it's flat out fun.

[camaroitalia]

I agree find something you are passionat about and set a goal. I use to be really into lifting and won medals in martial arts tournaments. After that time period, I just stopped and let myself get to over 300 pounds. 5 months ago I looked at myself in the mirror and was disgusted with what I saw, and I am only 18. so I made a commitment to myself. I wanted to get back in shape and eventually start fighting again. Today, I have lost over 100 pounds and feel better than ever. Just keep it in your mind what you want, and do not stop at anything until you get there. Once you keep it going for a while, it becomes your life style. I never thought I could do it either, I went from eating everything in sight at 3am to where I am now. Only question I ask myself is, why didnt I do this sooner?

[Hammer St. James]

Originally Posted by collinsRS

The hardest part is getting there. Find something you LIKE to do, and start there. For me, I train/fight Muay Thai, and have fallen in LOVE with it. Keeps me in great shape, and it's flat out fun.

I like to have long, extended, sweaty sessions of playing hide the salami.

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by RubyCamaro

Okay I need some help from my nutritionistas. It seems highly likely that I may be gluten intollerant. :( I really hope not because I love my bread, but both of my sisters ahve been diagnosed and one of their daughters. One of my nephews suspects he may be also and review of symptoms reveals a high liklihood my mother was. I have tried going off & back on gluten a couple of times & that also lends some validity to the theory. It could explain a lot of issues I have had over the last several years including anemia, irritable bowel syndrone and problems with my skin just to name a few. I am worried since this is a very difficult diet to manage since gluten in in so much of the food we eat. I have started learning about it from searches on the web, but any wisdom or guidance anyone could offer would be appreciated.

I posted a reply to your original post back on page 41.

Here is my reply if you didn't see it.

First off. Go to the doctor and find out if you are or not. They can give you lists of things you can and can't eat and give you a better idea of what to incorporate into your diet.

Now based on what I know from my sister, the nutritionist, this may even help your weight loss simply because you'll be cutting out alot of carbs if you are in fact GI. Having GI almost forces you to eat a Paleo type diet. A simple natural diet is your best option with a lot of fruits and veggies since you won't get much fiber from alternative grains. If you have GI you have to be very dilligent, gluten is in alot fo things I'm sure you know. If it says malt it has gluten in it. Most condiments have gluten, and most processed foods. So lots of fruits and veggies. And alternatives if you want pasta or bread but they will be simple carbs normally and low in fiber and not to mention not very tasty. In the weight department having GI can be a sort of blessing but it will indeed make life difficult.

Hope that helps girlfriend!

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by Hammer St. James

Thank you, BB. I do feel much better.

GF says hanky panky time is even more fun!


Due to disc injuries and a torn meniscus in my knee, going apesh!t in the gym is a no-no. Running, treadmills, ellipticals and bicycles are out. I do have an olympic bench and weights in the basement that I throw around.

Ahhh, to be young and injury-free again..

Hahaha. Well thats a plus!

Awe that stinks! Well at least you are moving around to the best of your advantage.

Originally Posted by camaroitalia

Weighed in this morning: I have lost 100 pounds!
I am starting to add fish into my diet now. Not that bad. And I have been drinking WHEY Protein Six Star elite series every other day. Is that Pro Complex worth the price??

I LOVE FISSSSSSSSSH. I eat lots of tilapia and wild atlantic salmon. Some home caught catfish, not fried or blackened.

Originally Posted by Ject

I know I didn't make a new years resolution but... I actually started my diet about 4 weeks ago and have lost 18 lbs since.
Starting to get harder to stick with it as I've started to crave sweets this week.

Ject, make sure you aren't sticking with an impossible diet, but a healthy diet in a healthy calorie range. Diets are impossible to maintain, hence why so many yo-yo. Instead we should try to eat a healthy level of calories and clean eating. If you want to PM any of us like Bonnie, Hrpii, Speedy or me (the guys might can help you best) we can go over what your eating and make sure its a sustainable diet.

Originally Posted by sugar'n'spice

PMS ? LOL

Just think of your long term goals...it should help you a bit...don't give in...

This. Focus on what you want in the long run, instead of what your stomach thinks you want right now.

Originally Posted by kjkjr27

How does everyone stay so motivated, I have the hardest time with motivation and sticking to a workout or even starting up again once i fall off it. When i use to play soccer for my university 4 years ago i was in the best shape of my life and back then i was motivated by getting yelled at and the pressure of not playing. But now that it is all behind me i have such a hard time finding motivation :(

Originally Posted by collinsRS

The hardest part is getting there. Find something you LIKE to do, and start there. For me, I train/fight Muay Thai, and have fallen in LOVE with it. Keeps me in great shape, and it's flat out fun.

kjkjr - Like Collin said, find something you like. That is your starting point. Second write a list of all the reasons you want to be healthy, and tape this to your mirror. Its easy to find outside motivation but for it to be a lifestyle change you have to find motivation within yourself. Third, set milestones for yourself. When I lose this much, or when I fit in this size again I'm going to do blank for myself. Be it a massage, shopping, a dinner date, a game, ect. Rewards should never be food though, reward yourself with something that isn't going to set you back but help move you forward.

Originally Posted by Hammer St. James

I like to have long, extended, sweaty sessions of playing hide the salami.

[bossbunny]

PS. I'm wearing a shirt that I haven't worn in about a year. Who is feeling like a boss? Me.

[RubyCamaro]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

I posted a reply to your original post back on page 41.

Here is my reply if you didn't see it.

First off. Go to the doctor and find out if you are or not. They can give you lists of things you can and can't eat and give you a better idea of what to incorporate into your diet.

Now based on what I know from my sister, the nutritionist, this may even help your weight loss simply because you'll be cutting out alot of carbs if you are in fact GI. Having GI almost forces you to eat a Paleo type diet. A simple natural diet is your best option with a lot of fruits and veggies since you won't get much fiber from alternative grains. If you have GI you have to be very dilligent, gluten is in alot fo things I'm sure you know. If it says malt it has gluten in it. Most condiments have gluten, and most processed foods. So lots of fruits and veggies. And alternatives if you want pasta or bread but they will be simple carbs normally and low in fiber and not to mention not very tasty. In the weight department having GI can be a sort of blessing but it will indeed make life difficult.

Hope that helps girlfriend!

Thanks, No I did not see your reply. I could not find my original post. It did not even show up when I searched my page for all posts I made. Not sure what is going on with that.
Thanks for the re-reply.

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by RubyCamaro

Thanks, No I did not see your reply. I could not find my original post. It did not even show up when I searched my page for all posts I made. Not sure what is going on with that.
Thanks for the re-reply.

I figured you didn't see it. Its cool.

[pistolgripcopo1]

Now if GM. would put the Gen5. camaro on a weight loss program, that would be nice. lol

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by pistolgripcopo1

Now if GM. would put the Gen5. camaro on a weight loss program, that would be nice. lol

[RubyCamaro]

I haven't posted a pic of me for a while so here is one for Easter with Mike's SS. Mike was in a hurry to snap the pic because we drove his SS to Clarksville & the front was covered with bugs. He wanted them off before the sun went down. I was pleased with myself that the weight I have lost is evident and a bit of tone already in my arms & legs and I did not even try to flex! I have not even been very good with my workouts lately. Go me! This inspires me to work harder. Bring on swimsuit season.

[hrpiii]

Looking great Ruby, all you are doing is making his car look better.

[MOMSREDSS]

Way to go Rubycamaro!

Spring break went too fast, but I'm glad it's over. I got wrapped up in too many things and still looking at what needs to be done.

Sadly I didn't work out or eat as well as I should have. My IPod & IPad hit the treadmill & we're on our cool down right now.

I was excited to wear my Levi's... I was a size 12, but my 10's fit great!

Time to get back to better eating & exercise.

Have a great week!

[Speedy1975]

Originally Posted by kjkjr27

How does everyone stay so motivated, I have the hardest time with motivation and sticking to a workout or even starting up again once i fall off it. When i use to play soccer for my university 4 years ago i was in the best shape of my life and back then i was motivated by getting yelled at and the pressure of not playing. But now that it is all behind me i have such a hard time finding motivation :(

Showing off at the pool this summer is my motivation, but I'm vain like that LOL

Originally Posted by badgebunny

PS. I'm wearing a shirt that I haven't worn in about a year. Who is feeling like a boss? Me.

WOOOT!

Ruby, looking great girl!

Today's workout. I'm really liking this pyramid workout. It kicks my tail and I love it. I still need to pick up my cadence a bit to get it down to 1 hour...took me 1.5 to get through it today which means I'm taking too long of a break between sets. I'm still stuck at 9% bodyfat dangit! I need to find my notes to see what I did last year to break through that barrier.



Today's Meals:

6am - protein shake

7:15 - 8:45 gym

9:15 - Protein shake (2 scoops)

12pm - baked chicken breast / 2 cups green beans / 1/2 cup brown rice

3pm - carbmaster yogurt / apple

6pm - protein shake (2 scoops) / 1tbsp natural peanut butter

7:30pm - taco salad (6-8oz ground turkey browned with white onion, low sodium taco seasoning, 1/2 cup low fat shredded cheddar, 2tbsp black olives, 1/2 cup refried beans, 1/4 cup chopped tomato, 2tbsp light sour cream, 3tbsp picante sauce, all on a bed of baby spinach (about 4 cups).

10pm - *maybe" another protein shake before bed

[CFD]

Great job everyone, keep up the good work. Although results are graduall when looking at before and after numbers and pics the results are obvious and quite impressive.

I'm still going strong as well, not sure why but my gains on my lifts are still improving. I am seeing some of my heaviest lifts in years on most lifts. I guess somethings still get better with age LOL.

[xVengeancex28]

Today im day 43 of 60 on the INSANITY program, ive got max interval plyo tonight. Havent missed a day yet.

[xVengeancex28]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

PS. I'm wearing a shirt that I haven't worn in about a year. Who is feeling like a boss? Me.

good job!

[BowtieBelle]

I'm on a three day shake cleanse, and I am STARVINGGGG! Tips, anyone?

[xVengeancex28]

Originally Posted by BowtieBelle

I'm on a three day shake cleanse, and I am STARVINGGGG! Tips, anyone?

when i did a cleanse for 2 days i use to drink water with some lemon in it.. i read its suppose to curve your appetite. not sure if thats true, but it seemed to help