CSC Gets Back into Shape 10/1/11

[bulldog]

After being in shit ass Lysite WY all week and not being able to workout then or the week before i cant wait to hit the gym today i am going to be sore as hell tomorrow but its gonna feel goooooood!!!!! I may not be big like bulldog (165lbs) but i have been making weight gains for the last two years that have been exponential due to eating, lifting, and i like to get my cardio in the pool! After every two laps i get out and do 20 push ups and 50 sit ups. I usually try to do around 20 laps but i always lose count after 15. All of my weight gains have been pure muscle i maintain a 6% body fat and after just recently seeing the doc about a month ago he said whatever im doing to keep doing it! If anyone is in the south denver area or even near I-25 and lincoln i have a membership to 24 hour on tamarac and one on quebec and lincoln I am more than happy to show you some good workout routines.

Hey I am about 170-175; don't jipp me out of those hard to earn 10 pnds or muscle. Now 3D on the board is the big guy as the most I have ever weighed was about 195 and that was 5,000 calories a day with no cardio and a personal trainer!

Two hours at Bally's yesterday. Whole body combo of free weights and machines. Same workout on Tuesday. Cycling for the week = 139 miles.

Wow John, 139 miles is crazy! Probably takes me a few months to get that much cardio!

And they all stink!

I had a little workout this weekend, rode 2 up to Breck and back. Then yesterday we went to Ikea, then that evening I was jumping in and out of a skatepark bowl to take some senior pictures. Does that count?

Rode as in a pedal bike? If so, then that is hardcore, but if not, then no that didn't really count

[3D]

Now 3D on the board is the big guy as the most I have ever weighed was about 195 and that was 5,000 calories a day with no cardio and a personal trainer!

I changed up my diet about 4 months ago and started doing a lot more cardio for 20min before my workouts. It has helped shed the extra poundage. I started eating more high protein foods along with the multivitamins in the mornings also. I don't want to make this a long post, but I'll just give what I usually eat for breakfast in the mornings. I stick to this 6 days a week. Usually take a break on Sundays.

Breakfast:
6 eggs (scrambled w/no seasoning) 2 whole egg, 4 egg whites.
1 piece of toast ( seven grain or wheat) a little butter and a little jelly
6oz yoplait yogurt cup. ( usually strawberry or peach)
1 large banana ( slightly green is good because it takes longer to digest so it makes you feel fuller longer)
2 scoops of monster milk w/ 16oz of water. (50g protein)
1 pack multivitamin (GNC Sport packs)
2 fish oil tablets. (GNC brand also)

[grim]

The goal for me is 200lbs Im on a pretty strict protein shake cycle and loading on carbs like a sonovabitch so we shall see how it goes.

[t_jolt]

I will throw this out there. I am an ACE certified personal trainer. I will help anyone if they have questions. Give you a free workout, based on your goals. And depending on how serious you want to get, Im willing to take on a couple more clients for the time being.

Tyrel

[bulldog]

I will throw this out there. I am an ACE certified personal trainer. I will help anyone if they have questions. Give you a free workout, based on your goals. And depending on how serious you want to get, Im willing to take on a couple more clients for the time being.

Tyrel

Anyone that wants real results, get a personal trainer! You may think you know a lot or can find it online, but nothing beats the knowledge of a good personal trainer that molds the exercises/diet specifically to you.

I was not a believer myself, and after about 3 years I plateued and could not get passed where I was stuck at. Got a personal trainer and within weeks I had passed where I had had been stuck at.

[PunyJuney]

Food matters, watch the movie. It's available for free until October 8.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/ar...DNL_artTest_A4

[3D]

Food matters, watch the movie. It's available for free until October 8.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/ar...DNL_artTest_A4

Good info in this. I'm glad u shared. It really opens your eyes.

[mtnairlover]

I need to lose it again. I don't have over 100#'s to lose this time like last time, but it's still not gonna be an easy task. I could use the motivation.

I've got a good idea of what I need to do only because of doing Weight Watchers the first time (from 2002 - 2005).

Everyone's body is different and I had a whole lotta problems the first time I lost a boatload of weight. I first went to see a nutritionist. I highly recommend anyone seeing a nutritionist. You should really get a good idea of what causes you to retain weight/fat/whatever you wanna call it.

After finding out that I had made my body insulin resistant, I bought the book, "The Insulin Resistance Diet." This is not a diet, though...this is life! The book talks about how to pair your foods so that your body is less likely to turn carbs/sugars into fat. The way to do that is to have enough protein in your diet and to not eat simple carbs. If you do eat carbs, make sure you eat complex carbs, like whole wheat pastas, whole grains, etc. And then just pair a certain amount of carbs along with a certain amount of lean protein. The protein is important because it metabolizes the carbs (burns em off).

Anyhoo, despite knowing what I should eat, I still regained a bit of the 100+ back because of stress, depression, etc. That stuff raises the bad hormone levels in the body which in turn holds onto the fat rather than allowing it to be burned off. Bad hormones also crave "comfort" foods...and voila, here I am...50+ pounds heavier and not feeling physically good.

I know...long story, huh?

Well, I got an invite in the mail to do a cardiovascular study at CUBoulder. It's for 45 - 65 years olds and it will determine my health. So I'm gonna attempt to partake in the study...well, first I have to be accepted into the study.

Thanks, Wicky for posting this thread. The other thing about my body is that I don't lose fast...it took me 2 1/2 years to lose 112 pounds the first time...so, I might be the only one posting in here after a while...maybe.

[bulldog]

I need to lose it again. I don't have over 100#'s to lose this time like last time, but it's still not gonna be an easy task. I could use the motivation.

I've got a good idea of what I need to do only because of doing Weight Watchers the first time (from 2002 - 2005).

Everyone's body is different and I had a whole lotta problems the first time I lost a boatload of weight. I first went to see a nutritionist. I highly recommend anyone seeing a nutritionist. You should really get a good idea of what causes you to retain weight/fat/whatever you wanna call it.

After finding out that I had made my body insulin resistant, I bought the book, "The Insulin Resistance Diet." This is not a diet, though...this is life! The book talks about how to pair your foods so that your body is less likely to turn carbs/sugars into fat. The way to do that is to have enough protein in your diet and to not eat simple carbs. If you do eat carbs, make sure you eat complex carbs, like whole wheat pastas, whole grains, etc. And then just pair a certain amount of carbs along with a certain amount of lean protein. The protein is important because it metabolizes the carbs (burns em off).

Anyhoo, despite knowing what I should eat, I still regained a bit of the 100+ back because of stress, depression, etc. That stuff raises the bad hormone levels in the body which in turn holds onto the fat rather than allowing it to be burned off. Bad hormones also crave "comfort" foods...and voila, here I am...50+ pounds heavier and not feeling physically good.

I know...long story, huh?

Well, I got an invite in the mail to do a cardiovascular study at CUBoulder. It's for 45 - 65 years olds and it will determine my health. So I'm gonna attempt to partake in the study...well, first I have to be accepted into the study.

Thanks, Wicky for posting this thread. The other thing about my body is that I don't lose fast...it took me 2 1/2 years to lose 112 pounds the first time...so, I might be the only one posting in here after a while...maybe.

Hey losing 112 pounds is not an easy task and you had the willpower to stick to it and get it off, so this time it should be easier! You have the right direction already; proper nutrition - diet is so much more important than the actual exercise. Also like you consider this not a diet, but life!

Oh and don't worry about being the only one posting in here, because to me fitness is life and I plan to do it till the day I die or my body won't let me anymore. I've felt that way for years, but just two days ago I was talking to a guy I always chat with at the gym. Anyways I always thought this guy was around my age, 33, but then he stated he was 48 years old and I was shocked! This guy is in great shape and I would not have put him a day over 40. He contributes it all to exercise and proper diet that he has been doing for over 20 years. I was sold, but that really cemented it for me!

[Sean]

I'm still starting on the first. Whether it's a program or just me on my own getting stuff done, I'm starting on Saturday. I ran 3.75 miles this morning...and it felt okay. Just can't keep the cycle going of getting fat in winter and loosing it all in summer. It's not healthy.

[InlineSIX24]

I'm not able to run or jog with my knee cartilage and stretched ACL, but I'd be up for some type of weekend mountain biking get-togethers.

[bulldog]

I'm not able to run or jog with my knee cartilage and stretched ACL, but I'd be up for some type of weekend mountain biking get-togethers.

Eliptical? Works on my once broken hip since no impact

[3D]

I'm not able to run or jog with my knee cartilage and stretched ACL, but I'd be up for some type of weekend mountain biking get-togethers.

Just like Bulldog said. The elliptical machine works great. The row machine also works great.

[OUTLAWD]

hit the elliptical today after I lifted...I do want to start actually jogging though...signing up for a 5k in November to motivate my ass

[Sean]

I started doing some solid workouts on Friday, but today was my first day of Insanity.

09/03- 30 min of weights/core (good)
10/01- run 10k (very hard, serious GI issues)
10/02- run 5k (good, sub 9 pace)
10/03- Insanity day 1 (pretty easy)



BIG props to Mother Goose!

[Mother Goose]

Weighed myself this morning, 235. Damn you Sean and your Avery Stout!

[Sean]

Ya man, good job...that is alot of running and not easy! I've heard good things about Instanity (especially results), so let us know how it goes!

You bet, I'll let you know. Sean T seems alright to deal with every morning. Day 1, the fit test, wasn't too hard and pretty short. I'm excited to get into the workouts.

The endurance stuff is much easier for me, I've been doing it for a few years. In July/aug I was averaging 20-25 miles per week running (along with biking 2-3 hours 2x a week and doing 2 master swims 2x a week!). But there's no jumping, crunches and push-ups in triathlon!

Weighed myself this morning, 235. Damn you Sean and your Avery Stout!

Damn, I don't have a scale. And Wicky, hydration is the key to cardio training! The main ingredient in stout is water (and supreme goodness)

[Mother Goose]

Damn, I don't have a scale. And Wicky, hydration is the key to cardio training! The main ingredient in stout is water (and supreme goodness)

I drink water all throughout the day at work, so I'm good on the hydrating.

[Owen_R6]

Does anyone work at 24 hr fitness that can hook me up to join???

[bulldog]

Does anyone work at 24 hr fitness that can hook me up to join???

If you have the money up front best deal is to buy a two year membership at Costco; come out to like $14-$15 a month.

If you don't have a Costco membership I do so I could take you with me if you decided to do it.

[Owen_R6]

If you have the money up front best deal is to buy a two year membership at Costco; come out to like $14-$15 a month.

If you don't have a Costco membership I do so I could take you with me if you decided to do it.

Wish I did...unfortunatley not anymore now that me and the gf aren't together anymore...paying full bills sucks lol, makes me reconsider the breakup!!!

[bulldog]

Wish I did...unfortunatley not anymore now that me and the gf aren't together anymore...paying full bills sucks lol, makes me reconsider the breakup!!!

I did received this "LivingSocial" deal in my email today. Guess it is good for 2 months at some gym called "Snap Fitness" on south Holly. http://livingsocial.com/deals/100237?ctr=3&msdc_id=858

Also 24 Hour Fitness employees are like car salesmen and will negotiate on prices so don't take their first offer....haggle! Also most will give you a week free, but they will give you the whole "joining" spill and tour.

[Sean]

What happened to Chris? Is he M.I.A.? I though he was going to join in our reindeer games?

[vort3xr6]

I am down 8 lbs. 20 more to go in 25 days.