exercise - motivation/advice

[snasu]

Hi baby thought i'd pop in say hi just for the record i think you look great i know though it's about how YOU feel i have been there was at one point in my life almost 400 lbs i know scary however i dropped to my current 200 using heavy bag and free weights ( for biceps that i know you would love )and now that i quit smoking i'm doing even more weights , i have this manic energy and no way to get rid of it wanna help?


your friendly neighborhood iceracer

Sounds lovely ice. I've always loved been held in arms just like your describing. Isn't the energy level wonderful. It's the best thing about doing a little movement... ...makes you want more movement.

I've tried out the 3meals+3snacks thing today. Wow, am I full. Usually I'm starving by now and starting to want a caffeine fix - not today.

 

[~photoguy~]

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I've tried out the 3meals+3snacks thing today. Wow, am I full. Usually I'm starving by now and starting to want a caffeine fix - not today.

very cool .... have you already had your 3 + 3 ? or you still have one evening snackie to go ?

 

[Tsi'Mri]

advice and support requested.

I've decided to start a real exercise program and tone down my gut. I've a genetic disposition to "thickness" in the middle.

I run at highish intensity 3-4x30min/week (~6-8miles) on the apartment building's trendmill (until its warm) and play rec. soccer.

Is anyone willing to help me?
thanks

Well, I'm there with you on this one. Nobody says I'm in bad shape but that "middle" is just damn depressing (leastways to me!). I do have access to a gym (part of planned community so I pay whether I want to or not). My part is simply failing to do what's needed.

I 1) don't follow through and 2) binge eating and 3) lastly, beer. I love beer but dang it has a damn sight more calories than a run and diet.

Currently I use free weights (have some at home and they are great for shoulders arms ... and they are at home!). cardio - tougher one since I can't run (artificial joints) so I have to go the gym to find an elliptical machine (prefered) or bike.

What I need to do is cut down on liquor generally ... and just give beer up completely (and no, I won't drink those light beers ... water tastes better than that!). Other that helps when I can keep at it is change of diet ... to wit eating fruits and veggies. a fruit makes a great snack (as someone has mentioned about the 3+3 plan ... other [part there is the "meals on that one ... not big meals, reasonable ones

hope you keep your motivation up!

T

 

[snasu]

very cool .... have you already had your 3 + 3 ? or you still have one evening snackie to go ?

I still have supper and a snack left. I just don't know if I can eat this much. Supper may have to be very, very light and the snack - an orange.

 

[~photoguy~]

I still have supper and a snack left. I just don't know if I can eat this much. Supper may have to be very, very light and the snack - an orange.

wow

the total of 3 meals + 3 snacks is your ideal caloric input for the day right ?

if you are full already ... maybe the 3 + 3 can be smaller ?

 

[snasu]

I 1) don't follow through and 2) binge eating and 3) lastly, beer. I love beer but dang it has a damn sight more calories than a run and diet.

Currently I use free weights (have some at home and they are great for shoulders arms ... and they are at home!). cardio - tougher one since I can't run (artificial joints) so I have to go the gym to find an elliptical machine (prefered) or bike.

What I need to do is cut down on liquor generally ... and just give beer up completely (and no, I won't drink those light beers ... water tastes better than that!). Other that helps when I can keep at it is change of diet ... to wit eating fruits and veggies. a fruit makes a great snack (as someone has mentioned about the 3+3 plan ... other [part there is the "meals on that one ... not big meals, reasonable ones

hope you keep your motivation up!

T

Thanks T,
I completely agree with the light (or lite) beer statement. I much prefer a black and tan or honey ale. The 3 light meals +3 snack things is so true. Just changing when I eat most of my food, today, has changed my hunger levels. I'm not much into food in the morning, but made myself eat a bagel+cheese and then fruit+yogurt for this mornings breakfast and snack. I'm usually hungry at noon, but not today and could not even finish my sandwich, let alone the pear. I'm quite amazed at the difference it makes. (hmmmm - maybe my mother was right about the breakfast thing. shhh don't tell her ). This may help you with the binge eating.

As to weights - I've never really done any. I bought a fitness magazine the other day and was looking at it, but they all require a gym. Good luck with your plan and thanks for the comments. This thread all in itself is helping me to stick to the small things I want to do, so I appreciate any support I can get. My sweetie was laughing at me, because he thinks it's funny that my plan consists of eating breakfast and doing ab work (I already ran). Big changes there! I laughed at him and told him I wasn't so much into change (and he's even less into it), so we will start small.
'su

Aside: the guilt factor got him last night. After I went to bed, I heard him doing sit-ups.

 

[teasing_tim]

Aside: the guilt factor got him last night. After I went to bed, I heard him doing sit-ups.

I don't think that you need more motivation for your workout after hearing him doing his sit-ups

 

[snasu]

I don't think that you need more motivation for your workout after hearing him doing his sit-ups

true, true....made me laugh.

 

[teasing_tim]

true, true....made me laugh.

It made me laugh also and I didn't hear him

Working out should be fun so keep up the good work

 

[~photoguy~]

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Aside: the guilt factor got him last night. After I went to bed, I heard him doing sit-ups.

LMAO .. now get him to do push ups ... with you underneath

 

[snasu]

LMAO .. now get him to do push ups ... with you underneath

I love that way you think

 

[Tsi'Mri]

I love that way you think

now that is motivation!

 

[~photoguy~]

I love that way you think

hehe .... just looking out for your best interests 'su

 

[snasu]

and for that you get pre-approved happy faces. It wide.

 

[Tsi'Mri]

I can definately see where such a view would be the cause of a happy face

(strangely enough ... I have an urge to exercise ...)

 

[~photoguy~]

and for that you get pre-approved happy faces. It wide.

WOW ... yummy butt

 

[snasu]

OK, new day and at it again. Did feel up to abs last night, so went for a short run. *shrug*
Those lower leg lifts are hard and my gut still hurts. Doing it again tonight.
I just read that drinking a glass of water which is chilled (4'C) will cause your to lose 700cal. Made I need to start chilling my water.
How are you doing Cama?

 

[snasu]

now that is motivation!

mmmmm... yes. How are you doing Tsi'Mri?

 

[Cama de Rosas]

OK, new day and at it again. Did feel up to abs last night, so went for a short run. *shrug*
Those lower leg lifts are hard and my gut still hurts. Doing it again tonight.
I just read that drinking a glass of water which is chilled (4'C) will cause your to lose 700cal. Made I need to start chilling my water.
How are you doing Cama?

Well I'm liking the sound of the chilled water! Do you think that can really be true? You could be onto a great new product here Snasu!

I've not gone to the gym, but I've been making sure I walk everywhere. My main problem is getting around to eating breakfast...I very often forget to eat until about 3/4pm! I know, I know, but I really do just forget.

In fact, I think I'll go get some brekky now...

 

[~photoguy~]

Quote from a female personal trainer .... (see last para. regarding water - I think 700 cal is a bit of a stretch)

"As cruel as the truth may be, the fact remains that as women, we are designed to store fat in the abdomen. It’s not easy to achieve a perfectly flat abdomen, and in some cases, it’s impossible. But you can greatly improve your abdominal area and can end up with a sexy midsection that suits your body type just fine.

First, you should re-assess your goal. Four inches in four weeks is not an attainable goal. A more realistic goal would be four inches in 12 weeks. Now, if you are carrying around some extra weight, your abs are probably the area where a few of them can most certainly be found. Perform a variety of abdominal exercises at least every other day. Include cardiovascular exercise into your routine. This can help to burn some of the extra fat, exposing the muscles that you’re building with abdominal exercises.

Eating habits are just as critical to leaning up your midsection. Replace sodium, sugar and preservative laden foods with fresh whole unprocessed foods. Drink as much water as you can all day long to flush away bloating. Drink ice chilled water and you’ll burn a few extra calories as your body works to warm it up"

 

[snasu]

Well I'm liking the sound of the chilled water! Do you think that can really be true? You could be onto a great new product here Snasu!

I've not gone to the gym, but I've been making sure I walk everywhere. My main problem is getting around to eating breakfast...I very often forget to eat until about 3/4pm! I know, I know, but I really do just forget.

In fact, I think I'll go get some brekky now...

you and I are so much alike. I always skipped breaky and sometimes, didn't bother with lunch. I'm still trying out this 3+3 thing. I was amazed yesterday. But even eating a little for breakfast can make a difference.

I do believe the water thing (not sure about the cal count, but whatever). The reason is that your body would have to expend energy to warm the water up. I just don't tend to like really cold water unless I'm really thirsty. I wonder if there would be a problem with taking a cold drink while exercising. Cramps?

Anyways, one more tour around the threads and I should go. take care

 

[snasu]

Quote from a female personal trainer .... (see last para. regarding water - I think 700 cal is a bit of a stretch)

"As cruel as the truth may be, the fact remains that as women, we are designed to store fat in the abdomen. It’s not easy to achieve a perfectly flat abdomen, and in some cases, it’s impossible. But you can greatly improve your abdominal area and can end up with a sexy midsection that suits your body type just fine.

First, you should re-assess your goal. Four inches in four weeks is not an attainable goal. A more realistic goal would be four inches in 12 weeks. Now, if you are carrying around some extra weight, your abs are probably the area where a few of them can most certainly be found. Perform a variety of abdominal exercises at least every other day. Include cardiovascular exercise into your routine. This can help to burn some of the extra fat, exposing the muscles that you’re building with abdominal exercises.

Eating habits are just as critical to leaning up your midsection. Replace sodium, sugar and preservative laden foods with fresh whole unprocessed foods. Drink as much water as you can all day long to flush away bloating. Drink ice chilled water and you’ll burn a few extra calories as your body works to warm it up"

That's fantastic Bruce. Off to get some water.

 

[Cama de Rosas]

you and I are so much alike. I always skipped breaky and sometimes, didn't bother with lunch. I'm still trying out this 3+3 thing. I was amazed yesterday. But even eating a little for breakfast can make a difference.

I do believe the water thing (not sure about the cal count, but whatever). The reason is that your body would have to expend energy to warm the water up. I just don't tend to like really cold water unless I'm really thirsty. I wonder if there would be a problem with taking a cold drink while exercising. Cramps?

Anyways, one more tour around the threads and I should go. take care

As long as you take small sips it should be fine I guess.

I think I'm going to have to try this 3+3 thing (tommorrow! Left it a bit late now!)

Take care hun, good luck!

 

[~photoguy~]

That's fantastic Bruce. Often to get some water.

good plan

(google search is an amazing thing)

 

[snasu]

ok, another say another breakfast. They are still hard to get in.
There was a creepy guy in the treadmill room this morning.

I've increased my running speed and the number of reps in the crunches and side crunchs, but still am having trouble with the leg lifts. They are very hard. I can't even make it through one set without my legs dropping .
Everything hurts today.