Weight loss support thread

[wifflypuff]

The thing about automation is that you don't have to stick with a rigid eating plan while easily counting calories. That way you can improvise your meals a bit more without it being a chore and you won't feel like you MUST adhere to the plan and nothing else, you will just focus on the calories and that will aleviate the frustration.

Avoiding frustrations is really important because it's not a diet, it's not something temporary, it's you refocusing your relationship with food and exercise. And the easier it feels the easier it will be to stick to until it becomes a second nature

So keep up and good idea to start lifting again

Moderate exercise (where you break a sweat) 3 times a week 50 minutes will do wonder to your mood

You rock, dude. Thank you.

 

[fire_fly]

I went to the gym for the first time in over a week yesterday. I know I said I'd try to go every other day, but 1) every workout I've done so far has put me out of commission for a few days and 2) I just haven't had time. Lots of double shifts or going from one job to another, pulling an all-nighter when we did month end... It's been a rough couple of weeks.

I just did a couple of miles on the bike, nothing too intense since I had work later. I wanted to do some of the toning stuff the trainer I met with showed me, but everything I needed was being used and I didn't have time to wait around. But I feel fine, no stiffness or pain this time. Either I didn't do enough or I'm getting more used to it.

 

[ActualKiwi]

I went to the gym for the first time in over a week yesterday. I know I said I'd try to go every other day, but 1) every workout I've done so far has put me out of commission for a few days and 2) I just haven't had time. Lots of double shifts or going from one job to another, pulling an all-nighter when we did month end... It's been a rough couple of weeks.

I just did a couple of miles on the bike, nothing too intense since I had work later. I wanted to do some of the toning stuff the trainer I met with showed me, but everything I needed was being used and I didn't have time to wait around. But I feel fine, no stiffness or pain this time. Either I didn't do enough or I'm getting more used to it.

Good to hear you're getting used to it. If you are getting used to it, push a lil further, that's what I always suggest (and try to do myself).

 

[Hummingbird]

I find that freezing grapes (especially green ones) makes for a nice, healthier summer treat. I've decided to try a little extra with my walking in place at home by moving my arms so the elbows can touch my thighs. Since it was my first time doing it, I lasted about five minutes before feeling a bit sore.

Otherwise, I've been able to stay about 150 lbs.

 

[c-no]

Since last week, I have been trying to lose weight by exercising. This would be stupid and optimistic of me to ask but would spending 30-35 minutes of exercising to the point of breaking sweat be a good way? At least in terms of trying to get use to exercising again?

 

[Internet War Criminal]

Since last week, I have been trying to lose weight by exercising. This would be stupid and optimistic of me to ask but would spending 30-35 minutes of exercising to the point of breaking sweat be a good way? At least in terms of trying to get use to exercising again?

It would be a good way as long as you count calories. If you exercise but then "treat yourself" because you did 20 minutes of jazz karate you won't see any results.

Exercise that causes you to break a sweat should be (for literally everyone who's not a dock worker or something) 150 minutes a week.

I don't mean to lose weight, I mean everyone. That's the basic requirement for health and not growing old into a mess that hates life and wants to die by the time they hit 50

Count your calories (your weight times 10 should be enough to have a slow and steady drop without feeling like a pain) with exercise on top.

Don't go from 0 minutes to 150 that's dumb. Start 25 minutes twice a week. Then make it 30 minutes. Then there times 25. Then go up gradually until you hit 150 minutes a week. Rest days are very important and don't push yourself too much at first. Listen to your body. Slowly and steady is key here, both for weight loss and same for exercise.

 

[c-no]

It would be a good way as long as you count calories. If you exercise but then "treat yourself" because you did 20 minutes of jazz karate you won't see any results.

Exercise that causes you to break a sweat should be (for literally everyone who's not a dock worker or something) 150 minutes a week.

I don't mean to lose weight, I mean everyone. That's the basic requirement for health and not growing old into a mess that hates life and wants to die by the time they hit 50

Count your calories (your weight times 10 should be enough to have a slow and steady drop without feeling like a pain) with exercise on top.

Don't go from 0 minutes to 150 that's dumb. Start 25 minutes twice a week. Then make it 30 minutes. Then there times 25. Then go up gradually until you hit 150 minutes a week. Rest days are very important and don't push yourself too much at first. Listen to your body. Slowly and steady is key here, both for weight loss and same for exercise.

Thanks for the info. Considering what I eat, I should try to make sure I'm cutting back on what I eat and monitor what I am eating.

 

[Internet War Criminal]

Weight loss is only done through caloric deficit and being aware of how much you are eating and how much you should be eating is the first step.

However, physical activity is a really important component of being healthy and will drastically ameliorate your quality of life to the point where you will be amazed at how much everything is different (and better)

Good luck and keep posting!

 

[Cheeseburger Picnic]

What's the most effective way to weight train without access to a gym and limited space for objects?

Is there one item I can buy to use at home that will cover most of the muscle groups?

 

[RI 360]

What's the most effective way to weight train without access to a gym and limited space for objects?

Is there one item I can buy to use at home that will cover most of the muscle groups?

A kettle bell.

I know how you feel. I didn't have a motorbike accident, but last year when I got back to work after having my back surgery, it was... really tough. Not only was I not used to running around, my strength just wasn't there anymore. It's hard, realizing you can't do things you used to do effortlessly.

Do take it slow. Pushing yourself is just gonna set you back even further, take it from someone who pushed it too hard and is now facing consequences...

Strengthen your core to protect your back.

 

[Internet War Criminal]

What's the most effective way to weight train without access to a gym and limited space for objects?

Is there one item I can buy to use at home that will cover most of the muscle groups?

Body weight training. No equipment necessary.

Do you want me to point you toward routines for a full body workout? How in shape are you exactly? Like, how many push ups with proper form in a row?

 

[Cheeseburger Picnic]

Body weight training. No equipment necessary.

Do you want me to point you toward routines for a full body workout? How in shape are you exactly? Like, how many push ups with proper form in a row?

I'm in poor shape, not overweight but very little muscle at this point, especially upper body strength. We're talking 10 push-ups with proper form, I can half ass more than that but form falls apart.

I would really appreciate being pointed in the right direction, I've done some research but it's a little overwhelming. I used to be an athlete and know what to do in the gym but I've never attempted body weight training.

 

[Flowers For Sonichu]

I lost 4 pounds in a single day due to being a sweaty fuck who can't tolerate humidity

 

[ActualKiwi]

I lost 4 pounds in a single day due to being a sweaty fuck who can't tolerate humidity

Sounds like saunas would be your excalibur

 

[Internet War Criminal]

I'm in poor shape, not overweight but very little muscle at this point, especially upper body strength. We're talking 10 push-ups with proper form, I can half ass more than that but form falls apart.

I would really appreciate being pointed in the right direction, I've done some research but it's a little overwhelming. I used to be an athlete and know what to do in the gym but I've never attempted body weight training.

Honestly if that's where you are, you got two choices. I'd say either go with DDP yoga which I recommended earlier in the thread or otherwise just follow the routine I'll give you. Either way:

always stretch out first and don't rush like a retard. Slowly and carefully with good form before fast and loose with shitty form.

I highly suggest you do this routine every time before you work out. Do it with the video until you know it by heart then you can just do it on your own or let DDP's smooth gravelly voice tide you over until you are ready. Now he says not to do it at full strength because you just woke up but obviously its not your case so go full hog. And when he goes into safety zone go into down dog instead, etc.. Modify it so that you've worked out a sweat by the end.

After that, do a circuit of this:

- 20 bodyweight squats
- 10 pushups
- 20 lunges
- 10 dumbell rows (replace dumbell with like gallons of water if you don't have dumbbells)
- 15 second plank
- 30 jumping jacks

Once you've done it once, do it again. And once you've done it twice, do it a third time.

Do that three times a week with a day's rest between days you work out. When you're able to go through this 3 times without stopping at all, and with perfect form, try to increase them little by little. When you have pretty much doubled that three times in a row it's time to move on to a different routine.

I also highly suggest that you time yourself and you log the exercises you do (fitocracy.com is good for that) as extra motivation to see how much you progress.

If you'd rather go with DDP (and I do think that at your level, it's more rounded up, will have more variation and could really benefit you more due to certain positions on top of it) I can sperg about that too

 

[ActualKiwi]

As a side note, if you're lazy and find walking apps boring, you can always add some AR stuff like Pokemon GO or Ingress to make going for long walks more appealing.

 

[nad7155]

Body weight training. No equipment necessary.

This.

I like weights, but they are not necessary.

Pushups, pullup, dips, a heavy rock for squats.

You can buy a vest to hold weight if you get to that point.

 

[Kazeself]

I've struggled with my weight for years and years. I'm not going to powerlevel all of my issues that I can justify have contributed to it, but I finally said enough is enough and pursued weight loss surgery. I know that's always taboo to discuss, but I prioritized my health over the stigma. So far, at three weeks out, I'm down at least 30 pounds and potentially closer to 40. I've already had diabetic remission

If anyone else here is thinking about weight loss surgery or has it, you can talk to me. I'll gladly give you any information I can.

 

[Malodorous Merkin]

What's the most effective way to weight train without access to a gym and limited space for objects?

Is there one item I can buy to use at home that will cover most of the muscle groups?

TRX straps are good if you have a solid place to anchor them. Depending on the season/weather, I use them in my garage and on my patio.

They obviously don't take up much space to store, and it's amazing the range of muscles you can work with them. Pretty much everything... triceratops, bicuspids, gluten maximus, etc...

Take my word for it. I'm totally jacked and I bang hot models like the chick in the picture all the time. (Power Level: Expert)

 

[BZ 679]

Progress since my last post: I recently got a raise, so I'll be able to afford much healthier food and that on its own should help me lose a few pounds. Adulthood is getting excited about asparagus.

I've also been taking short walks at least 4 times a week. It's all I can manage right now in terms of exercise, but it feels good to move.