m657
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Well done!!!
Good advise too.
Good advise too.
I got tired of how I looked and felt...
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Evil One
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Great advice... will have to start working that in also.
As for the pants, they are going to good will along with the shirts.
I do NOT want the comfort of "Well, if I gain weight I will at least have clothes to wear."
Jim
As for the pants, they are going to good will along with the shirts.
I do NOT want the comfort of "Well, if I gain weight I will at least have clothes to wear."
Jim
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Bully for you! You might look into a bicycle, they are easier on the knees than running. Also swimming.
The Highlander
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I've started just in the last two weeks, on the same program you are trying. Not really dieting, just eating sensibly and smaller portions. Wifey and I are also starting to walk at least 3 days a week. Tough for me to do when I'm working do to the 12-14 hours a day schedule, but I'm getting to be used to it.
Seems like my body, at 47 this Friday, is wanting me to get it back in shape. Haven't weighed, but at the doc a few weeks ago I was 245 dressed, at about 5'8"'s.
Maybe we can all keep this thread alive with updates on what is working for us, and just moral support for each other!
The Highlander
Seems like my body, at 47 this Friday, is wanting me to get it back in shape. Haven't weighed, but at the doc a few weeks ago I was 245 dressed, at about 5'8"'s.
Maybe we can all keep this thread alive with updates on what is working for us, and just moral support for each other!
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Looking good!
Side benefit is that you'll live long enough to spend your children's inheritance.
FWIW, I'm almost 55, used to weigh 220 and after splitting my meals into 5, not the usual 3, and eating all the fruit and vegetables I desire in addition to my regular non vegan carniverous meals and excluding all sewage (chips, ice cream, chocolate, etc.) I am 190 today.
I exercise quite a bit too, but I know that a diet change along with activity is the answer and you're proof.
Side benefit is that you'll live long enough to spend your children's inheritance.
FWIW, I'm almost 55, used to weigh 220 and after splitting my meals into 5, not the usual 3, and eating all the fruit and vegetables I desire in addition to my regular non vegan carniverous meals and excluding all sewage (chips, ice cream, chocolate, etc.) I am 190 today.
I exercise quite a bit too, but I know that a diet change along with activity is the answer and you're proof.
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Evil One
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I am all about keeping this active with updates.
Over the weekend I picked up a used bicycle at a yard sale for $9.
Looked it up online... and its a Specialized P.2 single speed, sold for $500-600 new.
I need to drop $60 or so on a crank set and will be good to go.
I work telecom power, and spend a good part of my day lifting batteries and sweating my tail off... I think thats a big factor in the loss.
Jim
Over the weekend I picked up a used bicycle at a yard sale for $9.
Looked it up online... and its a Specialized P.2 single speed, sold for $500-600 new.
I need to drop $60 or so on a crank set and will be good to go.
I work telecom power, and spend a good part of my day lifting batteries and sweating my tail off... I think thats a big factor in the loss.
Jim
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I am 6'2" and a few years ago I had gotten to 450 lbs.! I wore 6X shirts and 64 pants. I had high BP, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, back and knee pain and erosive esphagitis and episodes of irregular heart rhythm. I couldn't walk around the block. My blood sugar was at the borderline of Type 2 Diabetes. I realized one day when putting on my size 64 pants, that were getting a bit snug, that I had to chose between dying soon or changing my lifestyle, such as it was. I did much the same thing as you. I cut out fried foods, snack junk and fast food burgers and pizza, etc. I measured and weighed portions and had small snacks of high protein and fiber/ low fat foods, ie, tuna, whole grain bread, apples, carrots, etc. I stayed out of fast food places. I gave up all sugared drinks and sugar in general. A sweet treat became a banana once in a while. I started to walk as I lost enough to actually walk more than a few feet.
That was 4 years ago and I now stay around 220. I wear XL shirts and 38 pants. I can buy clostes in normal stores and don't have to go to big & tall places. I ride my bike and canoe most days each week and belong to a city rec center and do some light weight work 3X week. I actually enjoy doing these things and don't feel right if I miss a day. My mental state is completely changed. I no longer have the high BP, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, GERD, back and knee pain, irregular heart rhythms and my fasting blood sugar stays well under 100, usually under 90. I feel like a new person. I must say that keeping it off can be more of a challenge that losing it. It takes lots of work to not slip back to the old ways.
I went to a gun show last Sunday. I don't think I have ever seen so many guys my age or older and some younger, I'm 56, that were very overweight and limping on canes or riding in motorized scooters. It was shocking. Most of the young folks were also heavy to morbidly obese. As a nation we are killing ourselves eating this crap and sitting on our...well, you know. Congratulations to you and if a support thread developes for this, count me in!
That was 4 years ago and I now stay around 220. I wear XL shirts and 38 pants. I can buy clostes in normal stores and don't have to go to big & tall places. I ride my bike and canoe most days each week and belong to a city rec center and do some light weight work 3X week. I actually enjoy doing these things and don't feel right if I miss a day. My mental state is completely changed. I no longer have the high BP, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, GERD, back and knee pain, irregular heart rhythms and my fasting blood sugar stays well under 100, usually under 90. I feel like a new person. I must say that keeping it off can be more of a challenge that losing it. It takes lots of work to not slip back to the old ways.
I went to a gun show last Sunday. I don't think I have ever seen so many guys my age or older and some younger, I'm 56, that were very overweight and limping on canes or riding in motorized scooters. It was shocking. Most of the young folks were also heavy to morbidly obese. As a nation we are killing ourselves eating this crap and sitting on our...well, you know. Congratulations to you and if a support thread developes for this, count me in!
Good for you. The older you get, the harder it is to maintain , so you are fighting your way back at the right time. If you had waited another 5-10 years... 
Keep after it and best wishes for continued success.
Keep after it and best wishes for continued success.
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Congrats to all of you! A life style change, not a "diet", can go a long way! While any & all exercise is great & can help, as long as your body can handle it, almost all weight loss can be achieved at the table!! My wife is Italian & a good cook!! Bad combination!! It can be hard to push away!! Keep up the great work guys! With the money yall save that would be spent on meds, you can buy more amo!!!
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Frizzman, I am VERY impressed!!!
I didnt really have much of a "goal" when I started, mainly just into size 38" pants and 1X-2X shirts... so I can shop in pretty much any store.
I hit that goal, so I am just going to see where my activity level and food intake level me off at.
This thread has a big smile on my face, great to see all the success stories on here.
Jim
I didnt really have much of a "goal" when I started, mainly just into size 38" pants and 1X-2X shirts... so I can shop in pretty much any store.
I hit that goal, so I am just going to see where my activity level and food intake level me off at.
This thread has a big smile on my face, great to see all the success stories on here.
Jim
I'm 45 and just about 5'7" tall. My Dad died when I was 29 and never explained the Facts Of Life to me. (No not THOSE facts, I already knew them).
For those guys reading who are still in their 20s I will explain them (1) When you hit your mid thirties you can stand in front of a mirror and see the hair in your ears and nose grow right before your eyes. and (2) Everything you put in your mouth that tastes good will end up on your gut.
When I was 34 my Wife bought me a new pair of pants with a size 40 waist. Biggest favor she ever did me. I wouldn't even try them on. I immediately called a friend and we joined the YMCA. Started playing racquetball, a new sport for us both. Got addicted, weight dropped off in a few months. Still addicted to it today, I call it "running with a purpose". I HATE to run, I'll run when I'm out of ammunition, and that is NOT likely to happen. This is fun and it's good exercise. Makes it easier to maintain a healthy weight.
I'm glad for your success, Jim, you've probably added many years to your life, plus it makes it SO much easier to carry IWB.
For those guys reading who are still in their 20s I will explain them (1) When you hit your mid thirties you can stand in front of a mirror and see the hair in your ears and nose grow right before your eyes. and (2) Everything you put in your mouth that tastes good will end up on your gut.When I was 34 my Wife bought me a new pair of pants with a size 40 waist. Biggest favor she ever did me. I wouldn't even try them on. I immediately called a friend and we joined the YMCA. Started playing racquetball, a new sport for us both. Got addicted, weight dropped off in a few months. Still addicted to it today, I call it "running with a purpose". I HATE to run, I'll run when I'm out of ammunition, and that is NOT likely to happen. This is fun and it's good exercise. Makes it easier to maintain a healthy weight.
I'm glad for your success, Jim, you've probably added many years to your life, plus it makes it SO much easier to carry IWB.
Great job, and as Barb said, it'll help you out later in life. It's amazing what cutting out most sugar will do for the body.
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Evil One, you have my sincerest congrats! I know how determined one must be to do what you have done. Just one month ago, I was told by my doc that I was heading down that same road. I quit the carbs (white bread, rice, pasta, and potatoes), did not drink alcohol for the entire month, started taking very brisk 3 mile walks after dinner, and cut out most sugar intake. Lots of meat, chicken, fish, veggies, and fruit has replaced all the bad stuff!
I lost 25 lbs in one month, and got my blood sugar levels back to the normal range. Like you, my doctor told me that I would be facing some serious health problems later in life if I didn't make some life changes with diet, and lose at least 50 lbs. I saw him last Friday, and got an "atta boy". He said that I should continue to eat healthy and exercise, but to live my life, and not give up everything. All things in moderation, and keep an eye on the sugar levels.
I have another 25-30 lbs to lose, but reading your post has really inspired me to keep on keepin' on! Thanks, and once again, congrats on a tough job well done!
WG840
I lost 25 lbs in one month, and got my blood sugar levels back to the normal range. Like you, my doctor told me that I would be facing some serious health problems later in life if I didn't make some life changes with diet, and lose at least 50 lbs. I saw him last Friday, and got an "atta boy". He said that I should continue to eat healthy and exercise, but to live my life, and not give up everything. All things in moderation, and keep an eye on the sugar levels.
I have another 25-30 lbs to lose, but reading your post has really inspired me to keep on keepin' on! Thanks, and once again, congrats on a tough job well done!
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I have a few friends who are on the larger side, I figure most people do.
Lots are trying these different "diet of the week" things.
They all ask me how I did it, then dismiss it because I didnt use pills or supplements, or protein shakes.
I tried all different things, and what worked was the simplest.
I still eat most of what I like and want, just limited amounts.
I also treat myself from time to time. Makes it easier for me to stick with in the longer term.
My wife is behind me 100% on it and that helps a LOT.
What makes it hard for me, is that I live on the road with my job.
I dont generally get to have a kitchen and am limited to a fridge, microwave, and eating out.
BUT, I have adapted and its working well so far.
Jim
Lots are trying these different "diet of the week" things.
They all ask me how I did it, then dismiss it because I didnt use pills or supplements, or protein shakes.
I tried all different things, and what worked was the simplest.
I still eat most of what I like and want, just limited amounts.
I also treat myself from time to time. Makes it easier for me to stick with in the longer term.
My wife is behind me 100% on it and that helps a LOT.
What makes it hard for me, is that I live on the road with my job.
I dont generally get to have a kitchen and am limited to a fridge, microwave, and eating out.
BUT, I have adapted and its working well so far.
Jim
Wheelgunner840
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You are right on the mark with making healthy eating a life choice, and not just the diet du jour! Once you have identified what foods are bad, it's easy to avoid them. Drinking lots of water is also a key factor.
WG840
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feralmerril
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I sure am glad I dont have that problem!
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Evil One
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Guy I used to know had a shirt that said "I beat anorexia"
He made me look tiny.
Jim
He made me look tiny.
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good for you jim...about a year ago i was at 250...and i'm 6'1"got tired of that and pretty much using the same techniques that you have...this morning i weighed 198....still a few to go but 36"waist pants are pretty loose...again...congrats!
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I'll still say I'm impressed with you all.I'm not the big guy like some here.6'1"and180lbs.I always have eaten anything I wanted but now I have a gut at 50.Beer is my problem.Dang those empty calories and empty beer bottles.Every one here should take a better look at their junk food intake.Also look at your salt intake.Bless you all.
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