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This is what I thought was going to happen when the Night King raised his arms. Pretty sure the water up to the boat was going to freeze, zombies rush towards helpless occupants, fade to black, good night sweet prince. I don't mind being wrong.

Looks like a wave of Project Fi invites went out and I got one on my account. Trying to decide if breaking a family plan on T-Mobile is worth giving it a go. My current phone (Nexus 5) is on its last legs and I need to replace it. I was hoping to wait for the One Plus Two or Nexus 5 2015...

I was approximately 283 when I started. That was my first measurement anyway, 2 years ago. Pretty sure I never broke 3 bills. First year was around 80 down. This past year another 45. Will hopefully be the last 15-20 this year. There is definitely still plenty of fat in the stomach area...

Yeah, no offense can even be given at this point. After more reading, DEXA captures visceral fat as well as subcutaneous. Given my obese nature before I must have more visceral stored and it is still being axed. That or more subcutaneous under extra skin which will be the very last thing to...

I went ahead and did a tour of various BF% measurements today. I did a 3 point self caliper, home BIA scale, BodPod, and DEXA. Based on visual estimation, which would you think I am at? a) 8% b) 13% c) 18% d) other 5'8" - ~162 lbs. Potentially NSFW, dude in boxers. This is a...

What is with this myfitnesspal premium nonsense? $10/mo or $50/year to track custom macros by gram? To display summary information in a more convenient manner? I am not sure Under Armor realizes an acceptable price scheme for a smartphone app. Or maybe they do and are soon to be rich.

You / this mentality make me sad. On the whole, overweight people know they are overweight. They know they are hurting themselves. They know they have no excuse. However, they spend time looking for confirmation bias and answers that do not point to them because the truth hurts. I know this...

I ended up in the middle of food as fuel vs. pleasure spectrum. I really enjoy eating, hence being a fatty. However, I still get a large amount of enjoyment out of eating food while losing weight. I am looking forward to what I am going to eat next because it will be delicious, etc. The...

Had a good experience withDatsusaratoday. My primary gi started developing a hole near a patch on the sleeve. I contacted their customer support service and they are just going to send me a replacement top. While I only had the gi for around 8 months, I am still pretty impressed they have a 1...

I caught the opening show in MN. Big Business was surprisingly good. I go to these for Clutch and they always put on a good show as well. Unfortunately (depending on viewpoint), they weren't closing out MN so no encore.

BJJ is outstanding. I have been a pretty typical nerd for all of my life and this was my first real sport that I stuck with longer than a couple of months. I don't think I will ever be a serious competitor, but I am shooting for the hobbyist level that gives the serious guys a hard time when...

But how am I supposed to connect with today's hipster youth without plugs? Also, Fifey is correct on the size. They are 1/2" which can be pretty discrete when they need to be. I haven't had to worry about it in such a long time though as most of the SMB workspace that employs me has gotten...

Negative, data presentation problem. The graph is actually just the past 12 months. That pic was around my heaviest about 2 years ago. Tipped the scales around 283, at least that is my first tracked weight. My waist is definitely going to be my problem area. It isn't bad enough where I...

In the beginning, I did 'odder' stuff that caught my interest (Bulletproof Coffee, DDP Yoga). When I felt more socially acceptable a little before Milestone #1, I joined a combat gym and started Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. By that time, I had isolated that I enjoyed being on a Ketogenic diet (high...

Pretty stoked, milestone #2 officially achieved today. After #1 I decided I would get into the 170s and compete in a BJJ tournament. I competed with a bunch of folks from my gym today and went 1 - 2 in the Masters Mixed 150 - 163 lb division. Mixed means blue and white belts together in this...

The wardrobe idea is a good thought. I was considering cleaning my closet out a bit last week but didn't quite get to it. I am pretty sure (I guess) this isn't turning into an eating disorder. I feel like I am self aware enough that I would recognize it. But perhaps that is the problem with...

Speaking of looking sad, figured I would solicit some responses from other folks who have lost weight. The primary question is how long did it take you to develop a positive self image after weight loss, if ever? Did you do anything specific to help? I know I have lost a considerable amount...

I have this perpetual problem with smartphone buying where I am always gun shy as I expect the moment I purchase one the new wave will come out. The closest I have gotten recently was the 64gb OnePlus One. However, rumors of the OnePlus Two or whatever they will call it have me hesitating...

Every time this topic gets bumped I go back and play for a while. I left off after The Last Pagan so should be some good content to run through. The stuff they were doing with Tokyo was interesting to me. Also, the Nightmare mode dungeons were difficult, but once you got into running 24 /...

Watched this last night, good flick, would have been a better series but I liked where its head was at.

Fattier foods could help on that front depending on what you count as high fiber. Veggies (green beans, zuchinni, peppers, onions, etc.) cooked in oil feel very filling for me. The fat content takes away the hunger and the bulk of veggies give you the 'full'. Avacados are amazing for feeling...

Yeah, I suppose you are right. That is what looking a gift horse in the mouth looks like. Didn't really look at it from the perspective of never actually being able to acquire that gear, period.

I have decided that the BRF / HM cache missions just need to give out some sort of currency to purchase what you want. Items can cost various amounts, etc. My BRF / HM caches on three different characters were all slots / items I already possessed. Yay, two more weeks.

No, sorry. Those activity level values are what is required to maintain weight. I have been targeting 1900 - 2000/day at my custom level vs. the ~2400 needed to maintain. If I actually worked out at a 'high' activity level I would be around 2400 - 2500/day while cutting instead. However, I...

Lunch time, here is the spreadsheet I was talking about. Weight Loss Estimator v0.5 This is a copy. I left my data in as an example. I use the Forecast page to keep myself accountable. Just needs weight, height, age, start date, start weight, start BF% and it will take it from there...

Listened to JRE for quite a while. This podcast single handily kick-started my weight loss. Introduced me to Dave Asprey (I know I know) as well as just his general fitness schtick, BJJ, and wellness eventually makes you want to go work out and do better for yourself. Outside of that, good...

This. So much this. I have gone from ~44% BF to ~12%. I can say one thing for certain, the closer and closer I get, the harder it is becoming mentally. It is a combination of little things that aren't even necessarily conscious. There are so many jerky things my mind tries to do... You...

I had assumed the stamp on the hand meant that the person was accounted for at the Mayor's party. That way when someone finds out guns or something else has been stolen they could isolate who the possible culprits were. Though, I kind of doubted that because of the scene with Carol. She is...

This is great. I like the bike desk. All it takes is finding something you can do and stick with. I definitely feel your pain on not enjoying working out. Maybe think about an activity you like doing for the activity itself which is a workout anyway. I have been doing BJJ for one year now...

In regards to blood, start doing things that net you Primal Spirit. 50 spirit = 1 blood. Daily trader turn in (except dust because that is expensive still), mining, herbing, missions, etc. Alchemists also get a daily transmute. The actual price of a single blood will most likely be lower...

Only the final tier is BoE according to my alchemist.

What are opinions on the 680 trinket for healers? I noticed 680 doesn't require Alchemy and is BoE so I was considering making one for my Paladin. The potion effect seems nice, but I feel like random spellpower increases for healers are obnoxious and consistency from other trinkets could be...

On each of my characters I received a BRF mission within 10 seconds of 2 followers being ilvl 675. I literally was able to move over to the tab and watch it pop up.

Yes, with this change I will most likely create two more crafted armors. Getting to 680 is about the best I can expect. I already crafted shoulders with the primal spirit turn ins (had around 800 spirits on my miner). That was totally worth it though as my only upgrades would have come from...

Herb Trader in garrison today. Let the drop in prices for savage blood commence! Also, the standardization of sorcerous element prices will be nice as well. Yay for having a pocket alchemist.

Yeah, ruining all the hard work is a bit of an exaggeration. Due to Keto, my body sucks in water like it is going out of style if I break ketosis. That coupled with 5 or more lbs. of actual fat can easily push me up 10 - 15 lbs. in a short period. I put on around that much weight in the...

I never thought I would see the day, but True Iron Ore/ Blackrock Ore / Frostweed supplies in the AH have been exhausted. Prices are through the roof. I may have to actually start mining / herbing in my garrisons again.

Results from BRF / HM caches are in. 680 BRF chest which is at least itemized better and a warforged mastery / spirit ring from my Mythic. Could have been worse, could have been better. On the bright side, I am 'done' with rings for a while, but really that just means all my cache will start...

Hitting up the Sandals Halcyon Beach resort in Castries. Typical no thought all inclusive style. Will basically undo all of my hard work over a one week period, but man will it be relaxing.

Eh, not so much if you go with a group. Regular price is $100/hour and that can get around 5 folks done. I got a deal for $50/hour for 10 visits so it is only $10 for pretty much as long as I will care to use it. Only used 3 visits so far. Trying for around one per quarter.