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Very true. My aim in life is to not have an 'X' in my clothes sizes and for my size/fitness to not be a barrier to anything I want to do. I'm not too fussed about the number on my scales.
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Quite a few posts here about weight; I don't have to remind everyone that it's not all about weight, right? People need to be of good weight, but that's a mix of fat and muscle.
I'm 5-foot 11 (6-foot on a tall day) I was 81kg's before Christmas (that's about 12.7 stone - I think?), haven't weighed in this year yet (I ate a lot over Christmas), but it's better to be a healthy 14 stone with fat and muscle than an unhealthy 10 stone with more skin and bones. Just a friendly reminder, I'm sure most are already aware. ![]() In short, don't focus too much on what you weigh, cause you'll always be focusing on the wrong thing. Focus on what you can do; that extra weight, that extra mile, that little bit quicker, than little bit longer (etc etc) I intentionally put weight on last year whilst eating in a calorie surplus and lifting heavy weights with the goal of gaining muscle. I went from around 8 and a half stone (too thin for my height) to now sitting at 10 stone (maybe a few lbs over after Christmas!) and I look way better now than i did this time last year. I took some comparison pictures and the difference is huge. I aim to drop around 7lbs just to cut some fat and then build muscle again. Going on how clothes fit and how you look in the mirror is a better indication than scales I think. So much can affect weight (water retention, sodium levels, time of the month etc.) Please don't restrict or deprive yourselves of too much either. That can lead to falling off the waggon and binging sometimes. As long as you're in a small calorie defecit and are exercising, the Weight will come off. I always fit my treats into my diet, I'd go crazy otherwise. Good luck to everyone though, I'm sure you will all reach your goals!
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Morning all
Am 10 st 8 lbs and 5 '3 ins 60 years old Retired apart from odd bank shift My aim is to lose a stone by September as going to Lindos and want to look a bit better in my photos. I have a regular gym session on Mondays at 9 30 am And Zumba on Wednesdays at 2 If there are treats in the house I will eat them Only drink in company ...a meal out say have been counting my steps to motivate me when no active plans to exercise But do not move about enough .... |
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Glad to hear it, but if I may ask, what barrier is your current weight/appearance putting you behind? What goals motivate you to want to better yourself?
Another barrier is whether I can take part in a group activities that require being a certain size (for the clothes and equipment) or weight. When you go through things like Virgin Experience days there's a lot of stuff that say "you must be under 16 st" or such. Even stuff like Go-Karting are a problem because when you're heavier than everyone else you go slower. My fitness is ok - I can walk 9 miles round a golf course without issue - but if anyone ever asked me to play a more active sport or do a really physical activity I'd have to decline. I suppose a lot of people are in the same boat though. I'll be honest though - the main thing is appearance. I hate the way I look and I have for years. It knocks my confidence a lot. |
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I'll be honest though - the main thing is appearance. I hate the way I look and I have for years. It knocks my confidence a lot. Weight (or rather, excess fat) does knock confidence though, and I say that from experience. As mentioned earlier, I'm around 12.5 stone, and I'm nearly 30. Back during my late teenage years, I was probably a good 15-16 stone in weight. Pretty sure I even hit 18 at one point, so I know the struggle, but it can be done. I've got a bit to go, but I'm healthy. I can cycle, I can run (did my first half marathon this year and knocked a solid 15minutes off my 2hr target). It's not something that's going to happen overnight though.What are you doing to combat your wei ... excess fat? - I'm not using the word weight anymore! Even though I can't quite run at the minute (problems with the Achilles), running was one of the best things I ever took up, must have been four years ago now, maybe a little longer. I'll typically run two or three times a week, and do weights at the gym another two. A lot of it, as no doubt stated, and as with any cutback, is diet; less carbs, more fibre, fat (good fats) and protein. If you're having a lazy day, there's no need to eat a lot either, so don't. The whole three meals a day is rubbish too.
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I think most people can walk 9 miles around a (generally) flat gold course.
Weight (or rather, excess fat) does knock confidence though, and I say that from experience. As mentioned earlier, I'm around 12.5 stone, and I'm nearly 30. Back during my late teenage years, I was probably a good 15-16 stone in weight. Pretty sure I even hit 18 at one point, so I know the struggle, but it can be done. I've got a bit to go, but I'm healthy. I can cycle, I can run (did my first half marathon this year and knocked a solid 15minutes off my 2hr target). It's not something that's going to happen overnight though.What are you doing to combat your wei ... excess fat? - I'm not using the word weight anymore! Even though I can't quite run at the minute (problems with the Achilles), running was one of the best things I ever took up, must have been four years ago now, maybe a little longer. I'll typically run two or three times a week, and do weights at the gym another two. A lot of it, as no doubt stated, and as with any cutback, is diet; less carbs, more fibre, fat (good fats) and protein. If you're having a lazy day, there's no need to eat a lot either, so don't. The whole three meals a day is rubbish too.Last year I tried (for the first time) to diet without exercising and it worked pretty well, but then I fell off the wagon and for whatever reason couldn't get back on it. |
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Pretty much all of them were successful in helping me loss weight in the short run however I hated doing all of them so much that as soon as I lost the weight I couldn't find the motivation to continue.
On weekends, if I'm going for a run or ride, I make a point of getting up and getting out as early as I can; wake up, a quick bite to eat (usually a Banana or Wheetabix), then splash my face (wakes me up) then go. The same applies to the gym (depending on my work shift). If I'm working late, I'll gym in the morning as soon as I wake, if I'm working early, I'll gym on the way home from work; I know if I go home first, I likely wont go back out again! Quote:
Last year I tried (for the first time) to diet without exercising and it worked pretty well, but then I fell off the wagon and for whatever reason couldn't get back on it.
Chips, Potatoes, Bread, Pizza; I grew up with it, and I'm a sucker for a cake (or five). This year, instead of cutting it all out (which I know I'll never be able to do) I'm simply reducing my intake. In the week, short of the odd Banana, I'm not eating heavy carbs; I'm saving those for the weekend (if at all). Cakes, Biscuits and Sweets I'm simply not buying for the home (if it's not there, I can't eat it). I'll save such treats for when I'm out with friends, or celebrating a birthday etc. If you can, but some small(ish) tuber wear boxes (ones that'll hold day 900ml), cook yourself some chicken pasta (with vegetables), a beef/chicken casserole (with vegetables) or a chilli con carne or something, and cook enough for several days. Fill up said tuber wear boxes, and that's your work meal sorted. If you want to step it up a bit, just fill one (or more) with salad; lettuce, carrots, sweetcorn, cucumber, tomato, maybe some ham, tuna, bacon or chicken for fish/meat? Maybe some vinegar or other dressing for some added taste? Beats the traditional sandwich, and if you're still hungry, fill up on fruit. Bananas are usually good for that I've found. |
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The whole three meals a day is rubbish too.
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Last year I tried (for the first time) to diet without exercising and it worked pretty well, but then I fell off the wagon and for whatever reason couldn't get back on it.
The best I've done in the last few years is when I tried the 5:2 regime. I liked it as it was a test of your will power but for only one fasting day at a time. I lost over a stone in 3 months which felt like a sustainable rate but when you do fall off the wagon it can be very difficult to get back on. |
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Are you able to train with someone? I occasionally lost motivation (especially where gym work was concerned), but a lot of people say that if you go to a gym with someone, you're motivated by them to knuckle down and get on with it. It likely varies from person to person too, but I've got to do all my workouts as soon as I can.
On weekends, if I'm going for a run or ride, I make a point of getting up and getting out as early as I can; wake up, a quick bite to eat (usually a Banana or Wheetabix), then splash my face (wakes me up) then go. The same applies to the gym (depending on my work shift). If I'm working late, I'll gym in the morning as soon as I wake, if I'm working early, I'll gym on the way home from work; I know if I go home first, I likely wont go back out again! When you say dieting, you mean an actual diet, or just less eating? I've never, nor will I ever diet, but I can change my diet. My problem is, and always has been two things; carbs, and a sweet tooth. Chips, Potatoes, Bread, Pizza; I grew up with it, and I'm a sucker for a cake (or five). This year, instead of cutting it all out (which I know I'll never be able to do) I'm simply reducing my intake. In the week, short of the odd Banana, I'm not eating heavy carbs; I'm saving those for the weekend (if at all). Cakes, Biscuits and Sweets I'm simply not buying for the home (if it's not there, I can't eat it). I'll save such treats for when I'm out with friends, or celebrating a birthday etc. If you can, but some small(ish) tuber wear boxes (ones that'll hold day 900ml), cook yourself some chicken pasta (with vegetables), a beef/chicken casserole (with vegetables) or a chilli con carne or something, and cook enough for several days. Fill up said tuber wear boxes, and that's your work meal sorted. If you want to step it up a bit, just fill one (or more) with salad; lettuce, carrots, sweetcorn, cucumber, tomato, maybe some ham, tuna, bacon or chicken for fish/meat? Maybe some vinegar or other dressing for some added taste? Beats the traditional sandwich, and if you're still hungry, fill up on fruit. Bananas are usually good for that I've found. It's hard at first, I spent the first month laying in bed with hunger pains during the night, but they subsided and I find it pretty easy. My problem has always been that I need to be in a certain frame of mind to find the willpower to do it and as soon as I fall off the wagon it's like something in my brain just cracks - I know that I should just go back to the regime but I simply can't resist going back to my old ways. |
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Well the truth is I've put on about half a stone over the last few weeks. I have been a greedy pig despite still exercising. My biggest problem always is and always will be food. I love my sweet treats a little bit too much. I suffer with acid reflux, which has calmed down a lot recently due to me losing weight and knowing the triggers (fruit juice and over eating are the main ones) however I had a real bad attack of it last week and I've not had it that bad in several years and that was down to overeating.
I've got myself back into it and I've had a good few days. Im also quite pleased to have been awarded gym member of the month which inspires me to carry on. |
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Hey everyone, I would like to join this year please!
I've just turned 46 and just before Christmas I received a diagnosis of T2 diabetes - so now I really need to take this weight loss seriously. I have been eating far less carbs & more vegetables / salads, together with exercising most days. I have managed to lose 8lbs since the 6th December (even over Christmas & New year!) but still have a long way to go - about 3 stone in total. Hopefully we can all support each other this year and see the results very soon. |
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I think most people can walk 9 miles around a (generally) flat golf course.
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I have been eating far less carbs & more vegetables / salads
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Over the last few years (which have included a pregnancy) I have lost 3 stone, I want to lose another 2 and go to 25% body fat (currently at 34%) to hit my target.
I have plateaued recently so I have joined Slimming World to kick start me again. It doesn't seem too bad, however, today I have found myself hungry. I am not sure if this is due to the diet or the thought of dieting but it is taking all my willpower not to open the biscuit tin! I'm already looking forward to weighing in on Tuesday to see what I've lost (hopefully!) |
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I was 81kg's before Christmas (that's about 12.7 stone - I think?), haven't weighed in this year yet (I ate a lot over Christmas), but it's better to be a healthy 14 stone with fat and muscle than an unhealthy 10 stone with more skin and bones. Just a friendly reminder, I'm sure most are already aware. 