Official Feb 1st to May 1st Transformation Motivation Thread

[AdamDye86]

228.8. Cracked the 220's for the first time in a very long time.

[mom2e3]

And I might be an *ss. The pose I'm doing in my avi - I've been doing it on set when I fill in for our taller actors. On Sunday when we hit 81 degrees, I changed into a pair of shorts just to show off my calves.

You work it girl!

I'm on hiatus as far is this thread is concerned, however, because I want this challenge to reflect my gains or losses when I'm actively cutting. Right now I'm focused on my brother's needs/making sure I have enough energy to get through long days.

Enjoy every minute of it!

[stingray72]

ILL have to weigh in tomorrow

[Striation]

Unreal. I'm eating whatever I want to but trying hard to fill up on veggies whenever they're out on the snack table, and my weight is still constant. I must be expending a lot of energy just by being on my feet all day and the occasional adrenaline rush.

Yes, people underestimate how much just being on your feet burns. For example, I burn almost 100 more calories per hour standing than I do reclining in a chair. I have a desk that raises at work so I can do my job standing so I burn an extra 800 calories per day. That is another Blizzard I can consume daily. haha.

Anyway, I hit 199.8. I expected a possible gain since I had two surplus days so I will take it!

[AdamDye86]

So, at the rate ive been going...what do you guys think the chance of me hitting 220 before the end of March is? Its kind of a personal goal to me. The first weekend of April I have a feeling I'm going to absolutely wreck my cals. Making a trip to the casino's in Tunica, MS and Ive made a deal with myself that if im not at 220 by then im gonna force myself to stay at a 500 deficit. If I make the 220 mark, im gonna splurge on some lobster dinners.

[Skullster]

Yes, people underestimate how much just being on your feet burns. For example, I burn almost 100 more calories per hour standing than I do reclining in a chair. I have a desk that raises at work so I can do my job standing so I burn an extra 800 calories per day. That is another Blizzard I can consume daily. haha.

Anyway, I hit 199.8. I expected a possible gain since I had two surplus days so I will take it!

Congratulations on breaking the 200lb barrier!

So, at the rate ive been going...what do you guys think the chance of me hitting 220 before the end of March is? Its kind of a personal goal to me. The first weekend of April I have a feeling I'm going to absolutely wreck my cals. Making a trip to the casino's in Tunica, MS and Ive made a deal with myself that if im not at 220 by then im gonna force myself to stay at a 500 deficit. If I make the 220 mark, im gonna splurge on some lobster dinners.

It is doable. About 9 lbs in 3 weeks so better be on your best diet toes!

[AdamDye86]

Im def gonna be working on the diet hard.

[littleman923]

2/1: 212
2/8: 208
2/15: 203
2/22: 202
2/29: 199
3/7: 198
Total Lost: 14 Pounds

Honestly quite surprised I made it back down and lost another pound on top of what I already had. Last Wednesday evening I went over the top on carbs and milk/water and woke up the next morning at 207. Looking at the recent trend, hopefully I'll be around 196-195 come next week. I actually wasn't even planning on a good run to 182 by May 1st, but it's looking more and more possible as it gets closer and I keep losing at a fairly elevated rate.

[Arabmab]

197.8, and finally below 200 it feels pretty damn good. I'm about 8 or 9 pounds from being in the normal BMI range on the chart, which is unbelievable to me. I think I'd be most comfortable around 180ish, but I think I'll push to 170 for the even 200 pound weight loss, just to say I did it then bulk up a bit. Success is addictive...

[TB0202]

Terrible day at work.... made for a good day in the gym. Checking weight in the morning to see progress.

[TelusLob]

Macros for the day: 2,788 289 98 209 (cals, carbs, fats, pro)... Did back/biceps at gym.. came home. Walked 3 miles.. then played 45 minutes of ping pong tonight. Had to eat a bit more today.

[AdamDye86]

Macros for the day: 2,788 289 98 209 (cals, carbs, fats, pro)...

I get jealous everytime I see your macros.

[Striation]

Congratulations on breaking the 200lb barrier!

Thanks man! Likewise on getting into the 260's! Reps,.

[moosejuice16]

197.8, and finally below 200 it feels pretty damn good. I'm about 8 or 9 pounds from being in the normal BMI range on the chart, which is unbelievable to me. I think I'd be most comfortable around 180ish, but I think I'll push to 170 for the even 200 pound weight loss, just to say I did it then bulk up a bit. Success is addictive...

Congrats man!

[Striation]

228.8. Cracked the 220's for the first time in a very long time.

Awesome man! Keep it up!

[TelusLob]

I get jealous everytime I see your macros.

Lost 1 lb today, too. Today is a MUCH needed rest day for me. Seriously going to eat well today. LOL.. my goal - 2300 cals.

[NitrogenWidget]

forgot to weigh in yest.
176 today.
Yest. Macs:
cals 1,645
carbs 173
fats 45
prot 145

That was AFTER a PB&J I forced down when I logged my meals & realized I ate basically nothing most of the day.

I have no appetite.
This cold has wiped me out.
Not lifting either.
After working all day all I can do at home is just take it easy.

Chugging two gals of water a day & still waking up dehydrated. LOL!

pity party for Nitro. LOL!

I'll update spread sheet later tonight.

[MatTheCur]

forgot to weigh in yest.
176 today.
Yest. Macs:
cals 1,645
carbs 173
fats 45
prot 145

That was AFTER a PB&J I forced down when I logged my meals & realized I ate basically nothing most of the day.

I have no appetite.
This cold has wiped me out.
Not lifting either.
After working all day all I can do at home is just take it easy.

Chugging two gals of water a day & still waking up dehydrated. LOL!

pity party for Nitro. LOL!

I'll update spread sheet later tonight.

I do NOT understand.

Weigh in: 214
Today: 211.5

BODY! Y U NO COOPERATE ON WEIGH-IN DAY?!

[Skullster]

I do NOT understand.

Weigh in: 214
Today: 211.5

BODY! Y U NO COOPERATE ON WEIGH-IN DAY?!

Hey Mat you have heard of muscle confusion, maybe you're suffering from scale confusion? LOL j/k

[MatTheCur]

Hey Mat you have heard of muscle confusion, maybe you're suffering from scale confusion? LOL j/k

I think I'm just suffering from confusion confusion.

FuUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU!

[MilSpec4Life]

Wed weigh in for 22 FEB was 235.8 Did not get to post up. Gained weight. Last 7 days I don't even think I thought the word diet. Ate so much food I regret...

Missed last weeks weigh in. Managed to gain .4lb in 14 days. Not bad I guess although I was hoping for better.

Stats for 07 MAR - 236.2

[masterchief_420]

Honestly, that's a retarded goal. One that you're not going to achieve considering you're already having issues. When i was your size I was losing 3-5 lbs per week and I have zero commitment issues. I was working out twice per day, burning 2000 calories per day and eating 1800. Not trying to be a debbie downer, but the mere fact you're not losing weight (even without exercising) is an indicator your diet is way off.

true, last week my diet was WAY off, and the scale showed me that, but i dont think my goal is at all retarded-- i appreciate the fact that you have been there and the work you put in to get where you are now, so i just need to be able to put in at least some of the same effort you put in, and be 100% dedicated to my diet. with that i feel that i can reach my goal by may 1st

[Skullster]

You said it masterchief

...be 100% dedicated to my diet. with that i feel that i can reach my goal by may 1st

You have 8 weigh ins and 17lbs. That's barely over 2lbs a week. You can do that with all diet and no exercise or do it with both but the key is your diet 100%. You can do it man!

[TelusLob]

You said it masterchief



You have 8 weigh ins and 17lbs. That's barely over 2lbs a week. You can do that with all diet and no exercise or do it with both but the key is your diet 100%. You can do it man!

Very valid point. ^^^.. 2 lbs a week at your size is easily done on diet alone. Don't worry about goals at this point. Just bust ass and don't get caught up in goals.

[stingray72]

Been learning more about eating healthy and one thing is common excess of anything is bad. Im cutting my avocado consumption to half an avocado a day apaerantly too much beta sisterol is bad for the arteries. Im also keeping my protein consumption to 100 grams a day or less. And eating 80% alkaline foods and 20% acidic. Im feeling so much better since doing this and im full all the time because i get in 30 grams of fiber a day.

[mom2e3]

pity party for Nitro. LOL!

Is there dancing at your pity party? Because if there is, I'm all in! Hope you get better.

I was able to do some land training with my outrigger crew. I couldn't do some of the stuff (kinda boot-camp style) because of my oblique. It's getting better, slowly. It really doesn't hurt when I sneeze anymore.

Gonna try weights tonight--my favorite Pauline Nordin butt workout. We'll see just how far I can get. I've gotta get some running in. I'm doing the Warrior Dash next Saturday. LOL

[TelusLob]

Macros.. 2,461 250 74 201 (cals, carbs, fats, pro)... Had mexican for dinner tonight so no weight loss tomorrow likely. Plus a rest day...Did play about an hour of ping pong tonight though.. Probbaly burned a few hundred cals doing that. Tomorrow is legs/shoulder day. My traps and back are sore from yesterday.

[mom2e3]

The home gym workout was okay. I can squat, but I can't deadlift yet, too much oblique accessory stuff going on. The kids were being nuts and I felt totally distracted. After 5x10 squats, my #2 boy drops a glass jar in the house, so I spent 20 minutes squatting while I picked up glass. That was not in the program! After that, I went through motions, but wasn't feeling it. I'm glad my workout partner was with me or I would have just quit.

[Korry1]

3/9/2012: Friday Weigh In: 213.2

[SaminPA]

Back in September I decided to really buckle down and lose weight after many years of wanting to, trying to, and failing. This time I stuck with it. In September I was at my heaviest weight 326lbs and feeling horrible about myself. I set a goal of 275lbs by March 10th. On January 17th of this year I stepped on the scale and saw 275. Almost a full 2 months early. Of course I wasn't satisfied. I took some time to recalculate my goals. On Jan 17th I decided to shoot for 260 by March 10th. Another 15 pounds in a tad shy of 2 months. As of this morning I made my goal. 259lbs with a day to go and a gym session coming tonight. In total I am almost down 70 pounds. I appreciate all the support and help I have received here. You guys are great. This weekend I will take a look at my goals and press towards 210 lbs.

You guys and gals rock. Never give up. Get what you want and don't let go!