Weight Loss Thread

Captain Suave said:

Give it time. Even assuming you're brutally consistent with a deficit of 750 cal/day at that intake, which is reasonable, you'll only lose 5-6 lbs a month. Depending on your starting body composition that might no be enough to notice much of a visible difference inside the first 8-10 weeks. (Plus, most of us cheat consciously or subconsciously on the diet. It's REALLY REALLY easy to offset any arbitrary amount of exercise by eating more.)

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I’m 5’9” and prob started at 188. I played sports through college so I’m built like a brick house.

The lack of protein is prob going to impact my physique more than anything as I continue. I’m thinking ensures or protein shakes post ride should make it into my diet?

Otherwise, yeah, I need more meat and veggies. Hrmm…

Oblio said:

I really need to start getting more cardio in and I have been considering getting one of these...

Thoughts?

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Rowing is the best cardio. Its easy on the joints and its not boring as fuck. Just make sure you have proper form and enjoy.

wormie said:

Rowing is the best cardio. Its easy on the joints and its not boring as fuck. Just make sure you have proper form and enjoy.

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I am strongly considering this one...

Captain Suave said:

I love me some rowing HIIT, but swimming is pretty good too if you have access to a pool. It's much easier to work myself harder if I don't ever overheat.

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I have considered putting in a pool, but I already live on a river. Sadly the section where I live is too shallow to really swim in, but it is great for hot summer days and is super peaceful. Also pools right now are like $80k minimum and due to the weather it would be usable maybe 5 months a year. I have considered a swim spa I even looked at some this year but they were up to crazy prices due to the supply and demand chain. My Vegas house had a pool and I loved it.

Ishad said:

Ensure has a lot of calories relative to the protein. Regular protein shakes or bars are fine. Smart pop is a good snack to fill up on (low cal to volume).

On the Peloton check out the power zone programs if you haven’t already. Great way to push your output higher

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Yeah I'm checking it all out. The longer classes are almost easier for me than the 20 minute classes. I have less output and burn less calories, but I am GASSED.

Ishad said:

and get off the bike without feeling like I’m going to die

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Lmao. I had childhood asthma that hasn't effected me since high school football (only in the most intense conditioning scenarios) and it hit me hard two days ago during a HIIT ride.

Oblio said:

I am strongly considering this one...

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lol at the top question...



Anyway after doing more research I will be getting an Aviron, just need to decide on which model.


I like the way it folds up and rolls out of the way, versus the wood one above where you can only stand it against a wall. Thus taking up wall space in my office limiting my space for my Displate collection.

Oblio said:

lol at the top question...

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Anyway after doing more research I will be getting an Aviron, just need to decide on which model.
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I like the way it folds up and rolls out of the way, versus the wood one above where you can only stand it against a wall. Thus taking up wall space in my office limiting my space for my Displate collection.
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That’s a huge screen. Is it for LARP’ing a rowboat?

Tmac said:

That’s a huge screen. Is it for LARP’ing a rowboat?

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The screen is large which is nice for these old eyes, however, I am not buying for that reason. I am buying it because the air and magnetic rowers are much easier to adjust the tension on versus water rowers which is helpful for multiple users. This Aviron Air/Magnetic Rower is MUCH quieter that the Concept 2 Air Rower, though they store similarly. And regarding the screen it will simulate video game type races between you and other users which is kind of cool.

Lastly, LARP'ing would be just sitting on any rower while being in character pretending you are on the water. If you are gonna try to ice burn me at least use the correct terms, do better. God damned opener mic'ers

Oblio said:

The screen is large which is nice for these old eyes, however, I am not buying for that reason. I am buying it because the air and magnetic rowers are much easier to adjust the tension on versus water rowers which is helpful for multiple users. This Aviron Air/Magnetic Rower is MUCH quieter that the Concept 2 Air Rower, though they store similarly. And regarding the screen it will simulate video game type races between you and other users which is kind of cool.

Lastly, LARP'ing would be just sitting on any rower while being in character pretending you are on the water. If you are gonna try to ice burn me at least use the correct terms, do better. God damned opener mic'ers

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I wasn’t trying to burn you. I was trying to figure out why a row machine needed a big screen and I ride a Pelaton nearly every day.

Tmac said:

I wasn’t trying to burn you. I was trying to figure out why a row machine needed a big screen and I ride a Pelaton nearly every day.

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I can't say it is needed, it just is. Again, not the reason i am buying it, but I am sure i will find it to be a nice feature.

I hear good things about the Pelatons, I just can't do the bike thing. Spent way too many hours on a stationary bikes in college and no matter the model never once did I find the seat to be comfortable even with my huge fat ass. Also, I want a full body workout or as close to it with cardio machines, rowing activates legs, core and arms.

Oblio said:

I can't say it is needed, it just is. Again, not the reason i am buying it, but I am sure i will find it to be a nice feature.

I hear good things about the Pelatons, I just can't do the bike thing. Spent way too many hours on a stationary bikes in college and no matter the model never once did I find the seat to be comfortable even with my huge fat ass. Also, I want a full body workout or as close to it with cardio machines, rowing activates legs, core and arms.

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The classes on Pelaton are the biggest benefit imo. It’s the best format I’ve experienced for a digital coach/class.

They’re adding stuff like boxing, yoga, and weight lifting, but I enjoy the bike stuff and haven’t tried anything else.

I did a lot of rowing in CrossFit and it always kicked my butt.

Christmas 2020 photos were the motivation for me to finally do something at the start of last year. At 33, 178cm (5'10) and 153kg (337lb) changes needed to be made. I signed up for a meal plan service early January and have stuck with it for a full year now. Admitted to myself I didn't know shit about fuck and would only put in my stomach what was approved on the plan. No soda, no coffee, no booze just drinking a 600ml (21oz) bottle of water with each meal. I weighed in at the start of each month and made it something to look forward to, not stepping on the scales in between.



So all up I've lost 51.8kg (114lb) in one year just through food. A couple of months there, September and November in particular I strayed and indulged more than I should have. Happy I didn't succumb to the Christmas pudding, pavlova or trifle though. First 6 months was a 1800 calorie plan, then swapped to 1500 which I'm still on. I've still got probably another 20 - 30kg to go, but I know I can achieve it this year.

Have seen both of these guys before, really appreciate the approach/info/accessibility

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Im starting to follow orthodox christian diet / fasting routine. I am hopeful it will help with weight loss but also help with my spirituality.

Cukernaut said:

Im starting to follow orthodox christian diet / fasting routine. I am hopeful it will help with weight loss but also help with my spirituality.

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