Weight Loss/get in better shape journey thread

[Costanza]

I'm thinking about this... I don't know about $140, gotta use it religiously if I'm gonna spend that on a jump rope.

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Edit: $120 on Amazon:

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So I did ten minutes with my normal weighted rope today and there’s no need to go chasing waterfalls when I haven’t mastered the rivers and lakes. The heavier one will definitely have me sore.

The one upside, as a subpar jump roper, is I think the thicker rope will be easier to anticipate and not fuck up executing the jump.

 

[Varis]

Ring fit adventure for the Nintendo switch works

 

[Costanza]

 

[jagu]

I lost 45lbs in 11 months by walking 10 miles a week and eating under 1800 calories a day with minimal sugar.
I wanted a method that I could maintain. No rigorous exercise, no restrictive diet.
The expensive part is having to give away expensive clothes for a smaller size.

 

[DC_Dude]

I lost 45lbs in 11 months by walking 10 miles a week and eating under 1800 calories a day with minimal sugar.
I wanted a method that I could maintain. No rigorous exercise, no restrictive diet.
The expensive part is having to give away expensive clothes for a smaller size.

Good stuff bro...Congrats!

 

[nawlinsn931]

Intermittent fasting is working for me
No sugar (maybe once a week)
Working out on empty stomach

Yesterday I did full body
Went from upper to lower body alternating exercises it felt great
I think I’m gone do that once a week

 

[Costanza]

Homer Simpson at 240 is notable… I once weighed 240, that was my worst but I didn’t realize it was Homer Simpson territory.

 

[nawlinsn931]

3
1 min rounds of pull ups
1 min rounds of dips
1 min rounds of push up
1 min rounds of squats
1 min rounds of abs
This morning workout

A gallon of water
Tuna packs for lunch
Beet root and tart cherry juice
Pickled okra for a snack




I gotta shake this sweet tooth though and also need some chia seeds

 

[nawlinsn931]

Tonight gone be weighted jump rope for 10 minutes
And circuit training body weight until I get back in the gym


Fuck Trufit they tried to keep double charging my card and charging me late fees

 

[nawlinsn931]

Finna put these push up bands to work

 

[nawlinsn931]

Ran a half mile
3 sets of 10 push ups with 125 lb band
3 sets of 20 other variations of pushups(Tyson’s, navy seals, beat crawl, diamond, Spider-Man)
5 sets of 10 pull ups
5 sets of 10 dips
Ran another half mile
5 min of abs(hanging leg lifts,ab wheel, flutter kicks, alternate toe touches, full body crunches)
50 pushups
100squats

 

[nawlinsn931]

Back on my weighted jump rope
Used the bands again
Did Hindu push ups
Bear crawl push ups
Tysons
Navy seals
Pull ups
Dips
L sits not gone happen
But did jump squats

 

[DC_Dude]

Back on my weighted jump rope
Used the bands again
Did Hindu push ups
Bear crawl push ups
Tysons
Navy seals
Pull ups
Dips
L sits not gone happen
But did jump squats

Good shit bro....

Need to get me a good pull up bar for the crib.....Dips too

 

[Z MONSTER]

Intermittent fasting is working for me
No sugar (maybe once a week)
Working out on empty stomach

Yesterday I did full body
Went from upper to lower body alternating exercises it felt great
I think I’m gone do that once a week

I lost 30 pounds this year doing this. Went from 252 to 222. I'm 5'10". I feel better and it really improved my sex life.

 

[nawlinsn931]

Got my wisdom teeth pulled today so guess I’m fasting

 

[Flawless]

Got my wisdom teeth pulled today so guess I’m fasting

Is it that bad though? Had mine pulled and I don't know what drugs the dentist used but I had zero downtime or pain afterwards.

 

[nawlinsn931]

Is it that bad though? Had mine pulled and I don't know what drugs the dentist used but I had zero downtime or pain afterwards.

Yeah but I'm not eating anything it was the 2 bottom
Get the top 2 done right after new years

 

[gdatruth]

sharing a quick update
started going to HIIT gym in November 2021 (got sold using a black friday sale)

in 3 years since I've joined; i've gone to almost 1,000 classes, lost 55 lbs and cut my 5k time from 42 mintues to 32ish
I've also partcipated in quite a few fitness events including Spartan 5k race, Deka strong and Hyrox Doubles

i am doing shit I never thought I could do let alone in my early 40s

one thing that has been alil frustrating is that many of my family and friends are quick to compliment the progress I've made but when I suggest joining me or finding something that works for them...crickets. Its really disheartening cause most of my family/friends are black men and we have the lowest life expetancy in the US. (my dad died at 60) Its not all bad. My younger sister has joined one of my gyms and we work out together 3-4 times and my wife goes to a HIIT gym 2-3 times a week (i try to join her once a week when possible).

also unforunate that the gyms I go to are pretty expensive so they are predominately white ppl/non black ppl. Not a deal breaker and I have made some friends but always appreciate seeing my ppl there even though its few and far apart

but i just found a predominately black running club I plan to join

goals for next year include losing another 20-25 lbs (i've kinda plateaued and looking to run more to compensate), getting under 30 minutes in 5k, running (walking) a 10k and competing in doubles Hyrox again but improving my team

to all by brothers keep up the good work
if you aint getting busy living, you getting busy dying (choose carefully)

 

[ArsenalCannon357]

 

[Costanza]

 

[nawlinsn931]

Did my testosterone panel just waiting on the results

 

[Dadecountycane]

Did my testosterone panel just waiting on the results

Did this at your PCP office or somewhere else?

 

[nawlinsn931]

Did this at your PCP office or somewhere else?

Private office but he helps vets

 

[nawlinsn931]

Did my testosterone panel my shit at a 462
The dr said for my age (45) acting advice 425/450 is good
But 800 is where they would like it
So now I’m starting this specialized series to raise it and help my body produce it more

 

[Megatron X]

also, try while body detoxing as well

 

[nawlinsn931]

also, try while body detoxing as well

Huh? Google here I come

 

[Megatron X]

Huh? Google here I come

Toxins can build up from food not digested and that can be part of your weight issues. Those toxins can cause issues losing weight. I just ordered a whole body detox from Amazon. It’s only around $20 or less!

 

[OutlawR.O.C.]

Did my testosterone panel my shit at a 462
The dr said for my age (45) acting advice 425/450 is good
But 800 is where they would like it
So now I’m starting this specialized series to raise it and help my body produce it more

Are there any symptoms you noticed that would indicate low testosterone?

 

[nawlinsn931]

Toxins can build up from food not digested and that can be part of your weight issues. Those toxins can cause issues losing weight. I just ordered a whole body detox from Amazon. It’s only around $20 or less!

Lemme know how it works
I drive trucks and do food delivery so I can’t be on the toilet all day

 

[nawlinsn931]

Are there any symptoms you noticed that would indicate low testosterone?

Just getting older
Nothing sexually but man my energy levels be trash and I don’t eat Fast foods like that but a guy put me on with the VA and says it changed his life