Biggest loser

2023 - Week 2
Starting Weight: 201.3
Current Weight: 194.0
Week: -0.2
Change: -7.3

Minor change this week - Continued with dry January.
I'm not eliminating carbs, but limiting them quite a bit.
No cookies or candy this week (1 cookie last Saturday.) They are sitting on the counter from the holidays.
Still feeling that uncomfortable sore from a couple days on the trainer, working around the yard,
and walking - yes walking! That is how bad it got.

Since I'm not limiting protein, i'm going to guess the muscles are starting to think about getting back in the game.
Also, the Saturday before last weigh-in was a 13 hour work day - so looking at the graph, it may have been
unnaturally low. As was my Wednesday weigh-in this week. Trend looks good over the last 10 day.

Didn't collect any tape measure numbers, but my pants fit again. #win

Will just keep rolling. The "Damn, I'm hungry" feeling is starting to subside.
That's a good thing.
Sleep is good.
More Zone 2 workouts this week - Will jump on a training plan in Feb with some interval work.

Looking at the weather today, I should throw some sealant in the tires and......

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Still not "officially" in this thread yet. Holding steady around 198 lbs the past 2 weeks. Still trying to add a little strength/muscle before my cut for the mtb season but I absolutely feel less bloated eating better. Been aiming for 2400-3000 calories instead of my regular 2000 when cutting. I think it'll be a smoother transition than going from 3500ish daily eating crap to 2000 clean in past years.

Goal will be 1 lb per week lost starting January 30th until MDW which should put me around 180 lbs. Hope there is instead of a dramatic 2 lb/week burnout and give up cycle that gets me to 185/190 it'll be more sustainable and my training will be better overall.
 
Two weeks in the right direction. Ate out once this week and to be honest it did not do much form me.

My wife is trying to eat better, she has been walking before work for an hour so I have been doing that with her as well as working on some projects around the house. When I can I rol out on the bike.

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I ignored calories this weekend and it felt good. My plateau before the feast was still maintaining so I'm sure I'm up from there, but there is one good bonus. I've been fighting some kind of head cold since Christmas, and I think having some extra calories is helping this thing go away. It's not gone but I feel like I made a big improvement this weekend while eating more, then I also rode almost 6 hours yesterday. I've been feeling flat on the bike so the calorie reduction could definitely be attributed to this. I'm back to counting calories this week, so that will help with the weight. I know I need to be better at fueling to help reduce the weight while still having plenty of energy to live life. It's a fine balance sometimes.
 
Been working on conventional deadlifts for the past 2 months. I had been using a hex bar out of fear of previous lower back issues but I've finally worked my deadlift up to a more reasonable number. I was happy to pull 345lbs today at 162 lbs I finally got the technique down and my numbers just keep skyrocketing every week. 4 days ago my max was 300. I was so nervous about trying a bulk after juts losing all the weight but it has been totally worth it after I got over the mental part of it.
 
212 this morning. Put 2 back on. 😒 Can’t seem to take the eating part of this journey seriously.

On a positive note, I feel pretty good. Been sleeping well and my workouts are consistent and getting more intense. I’m pretty sore today.
 
I finally kicked the cold since I have been not watching calories. I figure that is the most important, then I can get the good diet going.

First event of the year is a huge motivator for me. I don’t have anything booked yet but I’m planning an early March long weekend that could do the same trick. I want to be flying by then.
 
Over the Bars said:
Been working on conventional deadlifts for the past 2 months. I had been using a hex bar out of fear of previous lower back issues but I've finally worked my deadlift up to a more reasonable number. I was happy to pull 345lbs today at 162 lbs I finally got the technique down and my numbers just keep skyrocketing every week. 4 days ago my max was 300. I was so nervous about trying a bulk after juts losing all the weight but it has been totally worth it after I got over the mental part of it.
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That’s awesome! Just remember that injuries take a long time to heal…
 
Down another 1.5 pounds this week and haven't really changed anything. Monday got in a good ride at Sourlands, feeling strong on the punchy ups and moving the bike around. Three days of CrossFit/lifting and one day walk/yoga. Hubby is sick (again) and I feel a tingle in my sinus...hoping to escape this one.
 
JDurk said:
E2M program Round 7, Week 2, Day 6

Diet
Following the week's meal plan. However, I had some hungry's this week and snacked a little more than I should. Cashews are my kryptonite. So is peanut butter. And a little chocolate here and there won't hurt, right? Cheat meal this week was breakfast last Sunday at a local dinner. Had our minds set on an English Breakfast at a local restaurant, but they changed their hours and we were starving. A Western omelette quesadilla with a side of scrapple, it was awesome. Having family over for what we call Fishmas this afternoon. Mahi fish tacos is the main course with a bunch of other fish themed apps, sides and dessert.

Exercise
Circuits, extra credit weights, running and spin bike sessions all week for activities. A few lunch walks too. May squeeze in a walk around the 'hood today. Riding tomorrow in Wharton for a long ride on the SS with a few other dudes that like to explore the Pines.

Weight
1/2/22 Starting weight = 235.4
1/14/23 current weight =180.8
Diff: weekly up 2.4, total lost = 54.6
Following last week's big drop after the vacation indulgence, settled back into the routine. Didn't weigh myself everyday and not surprised of the small up-tick. The extra snacking probably had something to do with it. Not worried and will just stay the course for the next few weeks before I head to San Antonio for a work conference, then directly to CO for a snowboarding trip.

Wife still doing well and has increased her activity level as she still is trying to get here triathlon mojo back. No change this week.
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E2M program R7W3D7

Diet
Did pretty well with eating after last Saturday's Fishmas indulgence. Broke my Dry January with some beer. Didn't go out for any treat meals this week, we just added some ice cream and adult beverages with our dinners Fri and Sat of this week.

Exercise
The program circuits have been changing slightly this round and it's definitely keeping it interesting. Spin bike warm-ups and still trying to run for a warm-up at least once a week. Did all the extra credit weight workouts as well. Split and stacked firewood yesterday. May ride local roads on the mtb this morning.

Weight
1/2/22 Starting weight = 235.4
1/122/23 current weight =181
Diff: weekly up .2, total lost = 54.4
Holding steady. Started feeling a little sinus pressure with a tickle in my throat Tues afternoon. Tested myself Wed and Thurs, both negative after a family member said they had C-19. Felt good enough to workout each day. After my workout Fri morning, tested before heading into work and I was now positive. Feel fine, just like a cold is how I'll describe it. Taste and smell are diminished.

Wife is maintaining and has felt fine though she's been around me the whole time.
 
2023 - Week 3
'23 Starting Weight: 201.3
Current Weight: 191.8
Week: -2.2
YTD: -9.5

Decent Week! Had a late dinner last night, otherwise i would have been visiting the #down10 level.
The trend looks good tho.

Continuing on with Dry January, which is working out well.
We did hit the local trattoria this week. Had a nice, cold seafood salad. And skipped the gelato.
While the cookies have been swept-up by the college kids, there are still some chocolate yummies sitting out.
Damn Reese's PB Trees....but i'm staying strong. Had a bite of homemade banana bread this morning. 1 bite.

Starting to feel the results of moving around a bit more. Legs (and mind) are responding.
Jumped into a group interval training session.
That was fun - and learned how to transfer custom workouts from a ZWO file to Zwift on AppleTV.
Hint: you can't get there from here, you need to go somewhere else first.
The ZWO file originated from training peaks - the ride leader supplied that and a FIT file for the garmin people.
Good stuff.

Still controlling the grazing - doing some walking, elliptical, zwift.
Looking at the rower. 😀
And my fatbike needs some sealant. Should get on that.


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JDurk said:
E2M program R7W3D7

Diet
Did pretty well with eating after last Saturday's Fishmas indulgence. Broke my Dry January with some beer. Didn't go out for any treat meals this week, we just added some ice cream and adult beverages with our dinners Fri and Sat of this week.

Exercise
The program circuits have been changing slightly this round and it's definitely keeping it interesting. Spin bike warm-ups and still trying to run for a warm-up at least once a week. Did all the extra credit weight workouts as well. Split and stacked firewood yesterday. May ride local roads on the mtb this morning.

Weight
1/2/22 Starting weight = 235.4
1/122/23 current weight =181
Diff: weekly up .2, total lost = 54.4
Holding steady. Started feeling a little sinus pressure with a tickle in my throat Tues afternoon. Tested myself Wed and Thurs, both negative after a family member said they had C-19. Felt good enough to workout each day. After my workout Fri morning, tested before heading into work and I was now positive. Feel fine, just like a cold is how I'll describe it. Taste and smell are diminished.

Wife is maintaining and has felt fine though she's been around me the whole time.
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E2M program R7W4D6

Diet
Still consistent with water and eating pretty much on the maintenance plan. Going with now a moist January. Had a meetup with the race team dudes at Tonewood on Wednesday evening and sampled something new and old. I did suffer a bit with sleep that night and the next day was feeling it a little. It was National Chococate Cake day yesterday, so wife and I split a very small item from Trader Joe's after our last meal. Heading to Cape May this afternoon to attend the Burns Supper at the ferry terminal for our cheat meal. I chose to have the Scotch egg app and haggis tower as my main course. Meeting some friends at a brewery in C.M.C.H. before.

Exercise
Consistent with circuits M/W/F with spin bike warm-ups and the extra credit weight workouts. Spin bike sessions T/Th/Sa this week following the TCC plan.

Weight
1/2/22 Starting weight = 235.4
1/122/23 current weight =180.6
Diff: weekly down .4 total lost = 54.8
I've still been pretty low carb, but breaking my fast early occasionally with a small snack of nuts, P.B. and honey on 1 slice of bread, or sweet potato with P.B. and cinnamon to stop the hungry's. As I mentioned, Dry Jan is now moist, but much less and not very often. So assuming that is helping maintain. Feeling much better after my mild bout with C-19 last week. I went back to work Monday and have been masked up.

Wife has been on point with her eating and increased activity, no C-19 and maintaining her weight.
 
Week started off good as far as workouts - two days of interval running and 2 days of CrossFit. But I found myself snacking in the afternoon and eating a bit too much at dinner. Friday I woke up with a scratchy throat and sniffles. Skipped CrossFit and hoping some fresh air will be better today. Up 2 pounds. I know why - eating too much and last night too salty food. Still down 14 pounds from start.
 
Okay I'm officially in for 2023. Very similar from last year goal wise with the plan to race some XC throughout 2023. I had a small operation that ballooned me in December up to 200 lbs just like last year. Was out of the gym/off the bike for about 3 weeks which was annoying. Setting monthly goals rather than an overarching number to keep myself on track:

Starting Weight: 200.0 lbs

Goal Weight End of January: 194 lbs
Goal Weight End of February: 188 lbs
Goal Weight End of March: 182 lbs
Goal Weight End of April: 176 lbs
Goal Weight End of May: 170 lbs

Current Weight: 194.2 lbs (-5.8 lbs)

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I had an assessment with the dietician at work a couple months ago and she actually recommended higher calorie intakes (2300-2500) than I was aiming for (2000) which should help me keep more steady over time.

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I'm also incorporating 3-4 lift days along with my 3-4 rides and hike for the week. According to Garmin I'm at 1100 minutes ridden and 315 minutes lifted for January vs 622 minutes and 433 last year respectively.
 
Man- respect to you guys on the quantitative approach. I tried and epically failed!! Its like once i get home from work, i want to throw charts and files on the floor.

Bob Seebohars approach aligned for me. It gave the grocery store freedom I was looking for. Once people go long on charts and stuff they start to understand how much is what and how foods interact with the body. Then they usually drop the charts and counting.
 
The Kalmyk said:
Then they usually drop the charts and counting.
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I am incredibly well versed in yoyo dieting and without fail the only thing that gets me to lose weight and keep it off is consistent calorie counting.

More power to people who can just eat the normal amount of something and stop, that ain't me. And based on how obese our country is, it ain't many others either.
 
Caught a cold earlier in the week so I haven't exercised. It's fine as I have been pushing hard and feel my body was asking for a break. Appetite was low so I didn't go overboard with the eating. I checked my weight this morning and I'm down to 209. Very happy about that. Still going dry for January and haven’t had any cravings. Don't miss the IPAs one bit

...ok maybe a teenzie bit. 🙂
 
Cassinonorth said:
More power to people who can just eat the normal amount of something and stop, that ain't me. And based on how obese our country is, it ain't many others either.
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i guess i am lucky that I can do this. I credit this ability to way back when I first ever started any weight loss "program" in 1997-1998 my wife and I went on the original Weight Watchers plan. (Sarah Ferguson of British Royalty fame was the spokes person). This plan had a "points" system based on calories, fat, protein and sugar and a bunch of cards to help calculate it. The goal was to use up your allocated points per day but not go over. In hindsight this was a good way to learn portion control and how to avoid trigger foods or habits that result in overeating. Like taking the allowed amount of pretzels out of the bag and putting the rest away instead of leaving the bag on the table to graze. And of course drinking lots of water. We did this plan for a while without even doing any exercise back then and thats how i lost like 65lbs in a year.

I can still see how my mindset works even though I am much more active now and probably in the best shape of my life the last 5+ years thanks to cycling, I can still temper my eating when I really focus on it.

in the meantime down 2lbs thanks to COVID the last 7 days but that wont last since thats probably just water weight and sweating out the fever for the first 72 hours. highly NOT recommended.

sucks not doing any exercise (or anything) since last Friday and this weekend i just need to get caught up on some sleep and take it easy. Walking the dog yesterday for 1.5 miles i felt wonky so gonna easy back into it starting Monday with some Zwift. I should be able to get some extra sessions in since I will have to work at home anyway while I am still testing positive.
 
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