The OrangeMane WEIGHT LOSS Thread - Page 6 - The Orange Mane

OregonBronco · 04-27-2007, 06:05 PM

So I bought the Audio CD of "Body for Life" after Med mentioned it earlier and I like what he has to say. I'm gonna give it a shot. But I'm too cheap to buy the Myoplex he was talking about so I'm using Slim-Fast shakes for the in-between meals.

Anyone else have any success with "Body for Life"?

Sassy · 04-27-2007, 09:13 PM

Anyone got any good healthy recipes?

Sassy · 04-29-2007, 03:37 PM

How's your training going STG?

I just rode 12 miles ...

... the way back sucked...riding against a really nasty wind. It took me 45 minutes to get to Starbucks and an hour to get back! Oh well...time to run errands and finish the garden!

REB · 04-29-2007, 06:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

How's your training going STG?

I just rode 12 miles ...

... the way back sucked...riding against a really nasty wind. It took me 45 minutes to get to Starbucks and an hour to get back! Oh well...time to run errands and finish the garden!

12 miles? Good job Sass! Damn, you'll do anything for Starbucks wont ya?

I started hitting the treadmill again. Did a half hr. on friday and had to stop when my surgically repaired ankle started getting sore. I hope to eventually get it up to an hr 3 times a week. Monday, wed. and fri.

Sassy · 04-29-2007, 06:38 PM

I bought a bottle of water! But I really wanted a latte~
It's 54 blocks to starbucks from my house and another 54 back...plus, I rode an extra 12 blocks!

120 Blocks! ~

smalltowngrll · 04-29-2007, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

How's your training going STG?

I just rode 12 miles ...

... the way back sucked...riding against a really nasty wind. It took me 45 minutes to get to Starbucks and an hour to get back! Oh well...time to run errands and finish the garden!

AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! 5 Miles today!!

Sassy · 04-30-2007, 03:26 PM

Woohoo STG! Way to go!
I've lost a couple of pounds! (Maybe 5 depending on the day

)

Old Dude · 04-30-2007, 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Dude

Down to 211 now.

-44 lbs in 208 days (basically 7 months).

Down to 210, just in time (exactly 210 days). That's the -45 lb mark!

It would be nice if I could get under 200 by summer's end, but I'll be happy with anything under 205. That would be a 50 lb. drop in less than a year.

Five ten-pound sacks of potatos that I don't have to lug around anymore.

Sassy · 04-30-2007, 10:29 PM

That's great Old Dude!
I only started a couple of weeks ago, but it's getting easier!

smalltowngrll · 04-30-2007, 11:06 PM

Congrats, OD!!! That is a great accomplishment!!!

Old Dude · 05-01-2007, 11:48 AM

Thing is that studies show that something like 75% of the people who undergo massive weight loss put it all back on (and then some) within 5 years after losing it.

So, for me, the weight loss is only the first part of the battle. It's got to be a permanent lifestyle change, which is why you've got to find something you can live with.

I'm pretty good with the routine that I've established, and I think I can keep it up indefinitely. Doesn't really feel like I'm dieting at this point. Just eating smarter.

smalltowngrll · 05-01-2007, 01:12 PM

Exactly! That's why I hate that term 'diet'. That indicates a temporary change until you achieve the wanted effect. Then, people go back to their old lifestyle and the weight comes right back. It has to be a lifestyle change for it to last! Very good outlook, OD!!

REB · 05-01-2007, 03:18 PM

Good job guys! I did another half hr on the treadmill yesterday. I kicked the speed up a little so I covered more distance in the same amount of time. And my ankle didn't bother me afterwards this time.

Sassy · 05-01-2007, 09:48 PM

Way to go REB!!! Good job!!!

I did about 7.5 on the bike tonight...dang my butt is sore!

! Against the wind again on the way back.

My bike seat seems to be really uncomfortable compared to my old bike...am I not used to it yet or does anyone know the proper height? I'm 5'4"

I bought the bike at Scheels and they have an awesome bike dept/repair shop and the guy said it was the right height when I sat on the bike.

REB · 05-02-2007, 12:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

Way to go REB!!! Good job!!!

I did about 7.5 on the bike tonight...dang my butt is sore!

! Against the wind again on the way back.

My bike seat seems to be really uncomfortable compared to my old bike...am I not used to it yet or does anyone know the proper height? I'm 5'4"

I bought the bike at Scheels and they have an awesome bike dept/repair shop and the guy said it was the right height when I sat on the bike.

Nice job Sass!

I'm not sure what the height should be on a bike seat. Just duct tape a couch/throw pillow on there and you'll be good to go. You'll be riding in style

Sassy · 05-02-2007, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by REB

Nice job Sass!

I'm not sure what the height should be on a bike seat. Just duct tape a couch/throw pillow on there and you'll be good to go. You'll be riding in style

Should I also hook a DVD player up to it!

REB · 05-02-2007, 12:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Sassy

Should I also hook a DVD player up to it!

I bet bronco610 could make it happen

Sassy · 05-02-2007, 12:58 AM

I could do it...not a very safe plan though!

heydensmom · 05-02-2007, 03:15 PM

Good job guys! On the other hand i'm 10 pounds from my goal....it's amazing what other side effects a divorce has.

REB · 05-02-2007, 03:32 PM

Although I was very tired this morning I mad myself get on the treadmill and did 35 min's. and just over a mile. That's the most I've done so far. I might get to an hr. sooner then I thought but boy I'm bushed. I should sleep good tonight.

BroncoBuff · 05-02-2007, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by heydensmom

Good job guys! On the other hand i'm 10 pounds from my goal....

Ten pounds left? That's ALL?!

I am happy to announce that I am now at 307, which is -13 pounds since that hospital scale moment on March 23.

I think 2 to 2 1/2 pounds a week is realistic goal. I have 67 pounds left to lose .... so that's 30-33 weeks? Doesn't seem too long really.

REB · 05-02-2007, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BroncoBuff

Ten pounds left? That's ALL?!

I am happy to announce that I am now at 307, which is -13 pounds since that hospital scale moment on March 23.

I think 2 to 2 1/2 pounds a week is realistic goal. I have 67 pounds left to lose .... so that's 30-33 weeks? Doesn't seem too long really.

Good job Buff

Billy Clyde Puckett · 05-02-2007, 04:02 PM

Good job all. I got kind of messed up on getting started due to some career turmoil and a bout with pneumonia. I only missed a week on the Nordic Trak. I do 30 minutes every morning with it set on the highest elevation and then propped up another 4 inches with a couple of 2X4's. It is much easier on my old joints than running. I had to replace a roller, which was a 5o cent piece that cost me $50. but it is worth it. I did buy (for the price of lunch) another full machine I can use for parts next time. Now I just need to get the diet going and get back on the weight machine.

Old Dude · 05-02-2007, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by BroncoBuff

Ten pounds left? That's ALL?!

I am happy to announce that I am now at 307, which is -13 pounds since that hospital scale moment on March 23.

I think 2 to 2 1/2 pounds a week is realistic goal. I have 67 pounds left to lose .... so that's 30-33 weeks? Doesn't seem too long really.

Ditto. Good job!

Sounds like you're on your way, and at some point, once you get going, it will start feeling like less of a project and more like a natural routine. The one nice thing about this is that you get some of your best results early on. The last 20 pounds or so are much harder, but by then you'll feel pretty good again.

REB · 05-02-2007, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Guy

Good job all. I got kind of messed up on getting started due to some career turmoil and a bout with pneumonia. I only missed a week on the Nordic Trak. I do 30 minutes every morning with it set on the highest elevation and then propped up another 4 inches with a couple of 2X4's. It is much easier on my old joints than running. I had to replace a roller, which was a 5o cent piece that cost me $50. but it is worth it. I did buy (for the price of lunch) another full machine I can use for parts next time. Now I just need to get the diet going and get back on the weight machine.

I hope your feeling better BG and the career stuff works out for ya!

05-01-2007, 09:48 PM	#139
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Way to go REB!!! Good job!!! I did about 7.5 on the bike tonight...dang my butt is sore! ! Against the wind again on the way back. My bike seat seems to be really uncomfortable compared to my old bike...am I not used to it yet or does anyone know the proper height? I'm 5'4" I bought the bike at Scheels and they have an awesome bike dept/repair shop and the guy said it was the right height when I sat on the bike. Last edited by Sassy; 05-01-2007 at 09:51 PM..

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04-27-2007, 06:05 PM	#126
OregonBronco Solid Starter Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Klamath Falls, OR Posts: 196	So I bought the Audio CD of "Body for Life" after Med mentioned it earlier and I like what he has to say. I'm gonna give it a shot. But I'm too cheap to buy the Myoplex he was talking about so I'm using Slim-Fast shakes for the in-between meals. Anyone else have any success with "Body for Life"?

04-27-2007, 09:13 PM	#127
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Anyone got any good healthy recipes?

04-29-2007, 03:37 PM	#128
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	How's your training going STG? I just rode 12 miles ... ... the way back sucked...riding against a really nasty wind. It took me 45 minutes to get to Starbucks and an hour to get back! Oh well...time to run errands and finish the garden!

04-29-2007, 06:38 PM	#130
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	I bought a bottle of water! But I really wanted a latte~ It's 54 blocks to starbucks from my house and another 54 back...plus, I rode an extra 12 blocks! 120 Blocks! ~

04-30-2007, 03:26 PM	#132
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	Woohoo STG! Way to go! I've lost a couple of pounds! (Maybe 5 depending on the day )

04-30-2007, 10:29 PM	#134
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	That's great Old Dude! I only started a couple of weeks ago, but it's getting easier!

04-30-2007, 11:06 PM	#135
smalltowngrll Orange Blue Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 8,038 Adopt-a-Bronco: dortoh	Congrats, OD!!! That is a great accomplishment!!!

05-01-2007, 11:48 AM	#136
Old Dude Host Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: As if I'd tell you crazies! Posts: 14,155	Thing is that studies show that something like 75% of the people who undergo massive weight loss put it all back on (and then some) within 5 years after losing it. So, for me, the weight loss is only the first part of the battle. It's got to be a permanent lifestyle change, which is why you've got to find something you can live with. I'm pretty good with the routine that I've established, and I think I can keep it up indefinitely. Doesn't really feel like I'm dieting at this point. Just eating smarter.

05-01-2007, 01:12 PM	#137
smalltowngrll Orange Blue Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bend, OR Posts: 8,038 Adopt-a-Bronco: dortoh	Exactly! That's why I hate that term 'diet'. That indicates a temporary change until you achieve the wanted effect. Then, people go back to their old lifestyle and the weight comes right back. It has to be a lifestyle change for it to last! Very good outlook, OD!!

05-01-2007, 03:18 PM	#138
REB LP.org/L4L.org "This one's for John!" 3:16 Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: 'I guess he'd rather be in Colorado' Posts: 8,723	Good job guys! I did another half hr on the treadmill yesterday. I kicked the speed up a little so I covered more distance in the same amount of time. And my ankle didn't bother me afterwards this time.

05-02-2007, 12:58 AM	#143
Sassy Ring of Famer Join Date: May 2001 Location: ND Posts: 37,952 Adopt-a-Bronco: Eddie Royal	I could do it...not a very safe plan though!

05-02-2007, 03:15 PM	#144
heydensmom I'm Jack Bauer! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,577	Good job guys! On the other hand i'm 10 pounds from my goal....it's amazing what other side effects a divorce has.

05-02-2007, 03:32 PM	#145
REB LP.org/L4L.org "This one's for John!" 3:16 Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: 'I guess he'd rather be in Colorado' Posts: 8,723	Although I was very tired this morning I mad myself get on the treadmill and did 35 min's. and just over a mile. That's the most I've done so far. I might get to an hr. sooner then I thought but boy I'm bushed. I should sleep good tonight.

05-02-2007, 04:02 PM	#148
Billy Clyde Puckett Billy=Semi Tough Big Guy Looking down on KC, SD and Oakland Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: between 5,000 and 10,000 feet elevation Posts: 12,665 Adopt-a-Bronco: John Elway	Good job all. I got kind of messed up on getting started due to some career turmoil and a bout with pneumonia. I only missed a week on the Nordic Trak. I do 30 minutes every morning with it set on the highest elevation and then propped up another 4 inches with a couple of 2X4's. It is much easier on my old joints than running. I had to replace a roller, which was a 5o cent piece that cost me $50. but it is worth it. I did buy (for the price of lunch) another full machine I can use for parts next time. Now I just need to get the diet going and get back on the weight machine.