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SearChart · 15 February 2019, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by quakeroatmeal

I started Weight Watchers on black friday and lost 31 pounds so far and I'm almost *never* hungry. I've started to feel my watch bracelet get looser!

I'd go with that.

Weight loss is like 80% diet, 20% exercise! (I just made that up, but I find it to be true.)

Get your diet under control and worry less about exercise.

A healthy/balanced 'diet' is indeed most important and the key to weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight. Exercise will definitely help a lot in weight loss but most importantly is that regular exercise will make you feel much better and energetic overall. Combine it with a solid sleeping pattern and you'll be crushing it.

quakeroatmeal · 15 February 2019, 07:00 AM

The sleeping pattern is definitely the hardest thing for me. If I get to bed before 1 AM its a personal achievement.

But I refuse to take sleeping pills or anything. I really need to work on disciplining myself to go to sleep at a descent time.

SearChart · 15 February 2019, 07:06 AM

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Originally Posted by quakeroatmeal

The sleeping pattern is definitely the hardest thing for me. If I get to bed before 1 AM its a personal achievement.

But I refuse to take sleeping pills or anything. I really need to work on disciplining myself to go to sleep at a descent time.

I'm probably the most boring 24 year old on the planet but I go to bed every night at 22:30 and get up at 6:30, never have issues falling asleep and always wake up fully rested, I don't stay up late on weekends either.

Now if I happen to have a late night and go to bed at 1am, even if I get my 8 hours of sleep I'm broken the whole day after...

GB-man · 15 February 2019, 03:28 PM

I struggle with sleep as well. I haven’t been asleep before 2 am in months and honestly fall asleep after 1 am 99% of the time. I still sleep 8 hours but I’d rather be on a normal schedule. I think I could do it if I started reading instead of iPad and TV time.

I know I’m up too late because I often chat with Bas while he is headed for work lol

On a better note still doing well with the weight loss plan. Down about 18 with 18 to go. I really dug myself in a hole the past two years since getting married lol

Wesley Crusher · 15 February 2019, 03:40 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

I'm probably the most boring 24 year old on the planet but I go to bed every night at 22:30 and get up at 6:30, never have issues falling asleep and always wake up fully rested, I don't stay up late on weekends either.

Now if I happen to have a late night and go to bed at 1am, even if I get my 8 hours of sleep I'm broken the whole day after...

Boring, maybe, but you have the right idea. I really wish I could get 8 hours a night, but it just doesn’t work for me.

After work, I head to the gym and by the time I get home, shower, eat, prepare for the next day and watch a bit of tv, it’s already close to midnight. I have to be up at 5:30 in the morning so if I’m lucky, I’ll get 6 hours. An extra 2 hours would be fantastic.

SearChart · 15 February 2019, 04:23 PM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I struggle with sleep as well. I haven’t been asleep before 2 am in months and honestly fall asleep after 1 am 99% of the time. I still sleep 8 hours but I’d rather be on a normal schedule. I think I could do it if I started reading instead of iPad and TV time.

I know I’m up too late because I often chat with Bas while he is headed for work lol

On a better note still doing well with the weight loss plan. Down about 18 with 18 to go. I really dug myself in a hole the past two years since getting married lol

I try to read half an hour before bed, it definitely helps you get tired and is easy on the eyes vs looking at a screen.

Time for bed Tom! I'm about to head to work

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Boring, maybe, but you have the right idea. I really wish I could get 8 hours a night, but it just doesn’t work for me.

After work, I head to the gym and by the time I get home, shower, eat, prepare for the next day and watch a bit of tv, it’s already close to midnight. I have to be up at 5:30 in the morning so if I’m lucky, I’ll get 6 hours. An extra 2 hours would be fantastic.

So you probably have a very long commute? Or work way more than 40hrs?

Wesley Crusher · 15 February 2019, 05:02 PM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

So you probably have a very long commute? Or work way more than 40hrs?

Long commute... about 1.5 hours each way. I'm definitely looking for something a bit closer to home. This job has my schedule all jacked up.

SearChart · 15 February 2019, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

Long commute... about 1.5 hours each way. I'm definitely looking for something a bit closer to home. This job has my schedule all jacked up.

I know how that feels... I had a long commute like that when I did my first internship in Amsterdam. Together with marathon training I was happy if I could get a half hour of Netflix in each night... It can definitely be tiresome and demotivating.

Now it is just a 25min commute each way for me and it really makes a difference.

Wesley Crusher · 16 February 2019, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

I know how that feels... I had a long commute like that when I did my first internship in Amsterdam. Together with marathon training I was happy if I could get a half hour of Netflix in each night... It can definitely be tiresome and demotivating.

Now it is just a 25min commute each way for me and it really makes a difference.

I used to have a 25 min commute. Those were the days.

Wesley Crusher · 16 February 2019, 12:41 AM

Quick update on my end. I’ve stayed pretty much flat in terms of my weight over the past month. I’ve been eating well during the week, but have treated myself on the weekends. With proper nutrition, it’s fine to indulge a bit. I just need to adjust my macros and reduce my daily caloric intake slightly and I should be golden.

For those who are interested in improving their lives, remember, it is a process. It doesn’t happen over night. You may experience some setbacks, but don’t let that discourage you. I lost 40 pounds the first year that I changed my diet. That’s less than 1lb per week, which is extremely reasonable. I did not see big results week over week, but over the long run, I have seen a massive difference. I didn’t go on any extreme diet. I incorporated small changes into my life little by little and now those changes are permanently part of my lifestyle.

rmlovett1 · 16 February 2019, 01:07 AM

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Originally Posted by SearChart

A healthy/balanced 'diet' is indeed most important and the key to weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight. Exercise will definitely help a lot in weight loss but most importantly is that regular exercise will make you feel much better and energetic overall. Combine it with a solid sleeping pattern and you'll be crushing it.

⬆️⬆️⬆️⬆️ Agreed! Consistency with all three is key as well. My energy levels are as high now as they were 35 yrs ago

Romeojk · 16 February 2019, 03:40 AM

On another positive note, met with the doc for an annual physical and all the blood work came back great, significant improvements since altering my eating habits.

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Fat_ninja · 16 February 2019, 10:47 PM

Back down to 165 from 170

quakeroatmeal · 17 February 2019, 01:51 AM

Ugh, thursday was valentines day so I went out to a fancy dinner, and yesterday was a friends birthday.

Saturday mornings are my official weigh in day and I'm only down 3 ounces.

Hopefully next week will go better.

austinp · 17 February 2019, 02:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

Back down to 165 from 170

Well done!

Chewbacca · 17 February 2019, 08:59 AM

Down another 7lbs

SG56 · 17 February 2019, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Down another 7lbs

Congratulations!!

SearChart · 17 February 2019, 08:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Fat_ninja

Back down to 165 from 170

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Originally Posted by Chewbacca

Down another 7lbs

Very well done guys, keep it up

SearChart · 17 February 2019, 08:07 PM

Bit of a bummer for me today, went out for a 30km run which I completed in a decent amount of time but my legs were just unusually thrashed. Just super heavy and no energy, I have a marathon coming up in four weeks so hopefully this was just a bad day. (If I had 1km more to go today I'd have crawled...)

rmlovett1 · 17 February 2019, 09:18 PM

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Bit of a bummer for me today, went out for a 30km run which I completed in a decent amount of time but my legs were just unusually thrashed. Just super heavy and no energy, I have a marathon coming up in four weeks so hopefully this was just a bad day. (If I had 1km more to go today I'd have crawled...)

A little over 8 min/mile pace....jelly legs or not....that’s a pretty great pace for that distance. Nice job!

antbkny · 17 February 2019, 10:48 PM

Exercise is up this week (thanks fitbit), eating and IF have been on point. Weight loss has stalled according to the scale but clothing is fitting better and I can see a difference in my face. Eventually the scale will catch up

On ward we go!

GB-man · 18 February 2019, 02:16 AM

I’m a bloated pile of crap today lol beer and pizza last night. Staying away from the scale until later in the week.

Wesley Crusher · 18 February 2019, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I’m a bloated pile of crap today lol beer and pizza last night. Staying away from the scale until later in the week.

I ran an OCR event with some friends yesterday and afterward we went and got pizza. I crushed a whole pizza and had 2 glasses of beer. Now I feel like crap.

rmlovett1 · 18 February 2019, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by antbkny

Exercise is up this week (thanks fitbit), eating and IF have been on point. Weight loss has stalled according to the scale but clothing is fitting better and I can see a difference in my face. Eventually the scale will catch up

On ward we go!

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I’m a bloated pile of crap today lol beer and pizza last night. Staying away from the scale until later in the week.

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I ran an OCR event with some friends yesterday and afterward we went and got pizza. I crushed a whole pizza and had 2 glasses of beer. Now I feel like crap.

Always going to be hiccups...keep up the good work and stay the course men!

SearChart · 18 February 2019, 03:23 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I’m a bloated pile of crap today lol beer and pizza last night. Staying away from the scale until later in the week.

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Originally Posted by Wesley Crusher

I ran an OCR event with some friends yesterday and afterward we went and got pizza. I crushed a whole pizza and had 2 glasses of beer. Now I feel like crap.

You gotta indulge once in a while, keeps motivation high

SearChart · 18 February 2019, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Richris1

A little over 8 min/mile pace....jelly legs or not....that’s a pretty great pace for that distance. Nice job!

Yeah it wasn't bad, just don't know what was going on with the legs. Doing an easy 10k tomorrow, actually helps with the soreness.
35km training run next Sunday, I hope the legs will be better then

520Matt · 18 February 2019, 11:50 AM

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Originally Posted by GB-man

I’m a bloated pile of crap today lol beer and pizza last night. Staying away from the scale until later in the week.

Good call

austinp · 18 February 2019, 11:56 AM

I got after it as well this weekend. No scale for a couple days. It was fun though!

Romeojk · 18 February 2019, 12:17 PM

I had a rough day as well. Let’s not talk about it...nor bring it up again.

I am looking forward...

Let’s Rock Tomorrow!

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Headshrinker · 19 February 2019, 01:59 AM

I have noticed some muscle mass loss over the last few years, (60 yrs.old) but beside that I feel pretty good considering some of the injuries I have received over the years. I ride my bicycle a little less, and have given cross training a try. I also try to take an hour nap in the late afternoon. Basically, it comes down to diet and consistency. If it’s too icy out, I will to some indoor rowing or weightlifting. My 18 yr. old daughter told me the other day that I was still more ripped than any of her male friends; but most of her friends are nerds.

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GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,859	I struggle with sleep as well. I haven’t been asleep before 2 am in months and honestly fall asleep after 1 am 99% of the time. I still sleep 8 hours but I’d rather be on a normal schedule. I think I could do it if I started reading instead of iPad and TV time. I know I’m up too late because I often chat with Bas while he is headed for work lol On a better note still doing well with the weight loss plan. Down about 18 with 18 to go. I really dug myself in a hole the past two years since getting married lol __________________

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GB-man 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: USA Watch: addiction issues Posts: 36,859	I’m a bloated pile of crap today lol beer and pizza last night. Staying away from the scale until later in the week. __________________

15 February 2019, 07:00 AM	#482
quakeroatmeal "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: NY Watch: Mickey Watch Posts: 486	The sleeping pattern is definitely the hardest thing for me. If I get to bed before 1 AM its a personal achievement. But I refuse to take sleeping pills or anything. I really need to work on disciplining myself to go to sleep at a descent time.

16 February 2019, 12:41 AM	#490
Wesley Crusher "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2013 Real Name: Wes Location: Holosuite Posts: 6,345	Quick update on my end. I’ve stayed pretty much flat in terms of my weight over the past month. I’ve been eating well during the week, but have treated myself on the weekends. With proper nutrition, it’s fine to indulge a bit. I just need to adjust my macros and reduce my daily caloric intake slightly and I should be golden. For those who are interested in improving their lives, remember, it is a process. It doesn’t happen over night. You may experience some setbacks, but don’t let that discourage you. I lost 40 pounds the first year that I changed my diet. That’s less than 1lb per week, which is extremely reasonable. I did not see big results week over week, but over the long run, I have seen a massive difference. I didn’t go on any extreme diet. I incorporated small changes into my life little by little and now those changes are permanently part of my lifestyle.

16 February 2019, 03:40 AM	#492
Romeojk 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Cape Cod Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 1,914	On another positive note, met with the doc for an annual physical and all the blood work came back great, significant improvements since altering my eating habits. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

16 February 2019, 10:47 PM	#493
Fat_ninja Banned Join Date: May 2018 Real Name: Jonathan Location: USA Watch: P-01 Posts: 11,772	Back down to 165 from 170

17 February 2019, 01:51 AM	#494
quakeroatmeal "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2018 Location: NY Watch: Mickey Watch Posts: 486	Ugh, thursday was valentines day so I went out to a fancy dinner, and yesterday was a friends birthday. Saturday mornings are my official weigh in day and I'm only down 3 ounces. Hopefully next week will go better.

17 February 2019, 08:59 AM	#496
Chewbacca Banned Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: CJ Location: Kashyyyk Watch: Kessel Run Chrono Posts: 21,113	Down another 7lbs

17 February 2019, 10:48 PM	#501
antbkny "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Real Name: Anthony Location: Brooklyn, NY Watch: Dblue Posts: 6,723	Exercise is up this week (thanks fitbit), eating and IF have been on point. Weight loss has stalled according to the scale but clothing is fitting better and I can see a difference in my face. Eventually the scale will catch up On ward we go!

18 February 2019, 11:56 AM	#508
austinp "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: us Posts: 3,267	I got after it as well this weekend. No scale for a couple days. It was fun though!

18 February 2019, 12:17 PM	#509
Romeojk 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Real Name: Kevin Location: Cape Cod Watch: Submariner 114060 Posts: 1,914	I had a rough day as well. Let’s not talk about it...nor bring it up again. I am looking forward... Let’s Rock Tomorrow! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

19 February 2019, 01:59 AM	#510
Headshrinker "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Watch: Day-Date Posts: 4,056	I have noticed some muscle mass loss over the last few years, (60 yrs.old) but beside that I feel pretty good considering some of the injuries I have received over the years. I ride my bicycle a little less, and have given cross training a try. I also try to take an hour nap in the late afternoon. Basically, it comes down to diet and consistency. If it’s too icy out, I will to some indoor rowing or weightlifting. My 18 yr. old daughter told me the other day that I was still more ripped than any of her male friends; but most of her friends are nerds.

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