Official Feb 1st to May 1st Transformation Motivation Thread

[NitrogenWidget]

I can't do a single one-leg squat, I think I just have no balance at all LOL.

Do you think its OK to do them while placing the hands in front, over a desk?

I balance myself with one hand & hold a DB in the other.
Then switch.

[stingray72]

Some things are hindering my plans right now so im going to slow down my weight loss to 1 pound a week instead of the planned 2 lbs a week.

[masterchief_420]

I have one that I go to, though it uses brown sugar in the recipe:

Incorporate weightlifting into your routine. It's proven to help speed up the rate of fat loss, and it gives you an avenue to keep your muscles (or build on them if you're still new to lifting) while losing fat. Don't want to drop all that fat and have to start at less than zero because you've been losing muscle, too.

Though, I understand if you see it as something that could make you stray from the diet. You doing any cardio? Walking on an incline, jogging, elliptical? On a thermogenic/EC stack?

i understand what your saying, but honestly, im 32 years old and have been over 300lbs for 15 years......ive tried to incorporate weight training with diet and i always have some bull**** excuse as to why i quit, now i feel like ive never been more motivated because i only have to focus on one thing- the way i eat! if i play basketball 2, 3 ,or no times a week, i still feel like im doing what im supposed to as long as im eating right......the only supps im taking are yellow jackets and a multi....

I like marinating chicken breasts in buffalo wing sauce, and then for a meal I'll have broccoli (or some other vegetable), grilled buffalo chicken, and a carefully measured amount of blue cheese dressing.

But I also don't think the sugar in teriyaki marinade will kill you unless you're going very low carb.

right on! i was thinking that the marinade wont affect the caloric intake as much in the grand scheme of things....

Not trying to tell you what to do just wanted to give a suggestion. I used to do what you do but ended up erasing a whole week of a calorie deficit on that one cheat day. I suggest allowing yourself what you like to eat a few times a day so that you do not obsess about that cheat day. It's calories in vs. calories out. At your bodyweight you should be able to fit anything you want, in moderation, into your diet. IMO your way of dieting is simply a recipe for yo-yo dieting. I no longer have a need for a binge day since I never feel deprived.

you have a point, not to mention you have been there and lost all the weight already so i really am grateful for the input. My biggest goal right now is to get under 300lbs for the first time in 10 years.....im 20lbs away! once i get under 300, i will start to incorporate maintenance ideals until i eventually do not need a cheat day. the last thing i want to do is to be a yo yo dieter......im hoping that jsut with cutting fast food and drinking my calories i will start cutting weight...... even on my cheat day im not planning on gorging myself, but just eating what i want in limited quantity's( ie- only 2 slices of pizza instead of a whole pizza...lol) ill keep my fingers crossed.

[jphillips33]

I'm under 250 lbs for the first time in 3 years. I'm so proud of myself! Just need to use this as motivation to keep going. Total weight loss for the year is 20 lbs, and I'm up to 6 or 7 for this competition (and the one at work).

[caprica6]

Hmmm - not sure I have any lower body pics. I'll be sure to snap some next time I get the tripod out.

Not necessary. I wanted to be an internet bad*ss for a little while, or I've been hacked. You choose. The role of caprica6 is once again being played by me.

[StrongMeat]

weighed in 175 this morning

the whoosh is alive

-StrongMeat-

[TelusLob]

Morning all. Sore today. Going to hit the gym and do abs + hit my chest again. I ate close to 4500 cals yesterday. Only up .6 today and I imagine most of that is water weight. Still setting PR's every session, although they've slowed down a bit.

[TelusLob]

also im doing ZERO weight training.....in the past i would always put the gym and eating right in the same category, so when i didnt go to the gym, i would get down on my self and binge on bad food. now im keeping it simple, im 320 lbs, so i need to lose weight......no weights, basketball when i feel like it, but the #1 rule i follow is 6 days of strict eating and portion control, and 1 day a week where i go ape sh*t (although it is never ok to eat fast food, anything deep fried, or soda.)

i hope this works

No disrespect meant, but your plan is dumb as fuk. Overfat beginners can gain quite a bit of muscle while dieting + cheating 1 day per week is dumb. You can eat 2500 cals per day at your size and lose a couple lbs per week.

[Wickked]

You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to TelusLob again.

Ill get ya on the next one! GJ on the PRs

[StrongMeat]

No disrespect meant, but your plan is dumb as fuk. Overfat beginners can gain quite a bit of muscle while dieting + cheating 1 day per week is dumb. You can eat 2500 cals per day at your size and lose a couple lbs per week.

Agreed, if you lift now while cutting you may build lbm or atleast spare it while cutting.

If you don't lift by the end of your cut you may have the dreaded skinny fat look which means even more work afterwards

Just 2 lifting days minimum(full body) can help alleviate that

-StrongMeat-

[cbrent1]

I've been kinda behind on reading the posts been busy lately; anyone else doing IF with good results? I'm doing 1-2 meals a day cause my schedule is always different but it seriously feels like I'm having a cheat day every single day with the amount of calories you can eat in a single meal. Started off around 2400 calories on a cut, but just dropped it to 2000 this week.

[StrongMeat]

I've been kinda behind on reading the posts been busy lately; anyone else doing IF with good results? I'm doing 1-2 meals a day cause my schedule is always different but it seriously feels like I'm having a cheat day every single day with the amount of calories you can eat in a single meal. Started off around 2400 calories on a cut, but just dropped it to 2000 this week.

IF definitely works, imo its harder than IIFYM but they both have the same premise

for me, eating clean every day is difficult, but managing to eat around the same amount of calories is easy

at the end of the day both will result in weight loss, but IF will be healthier in the long run

-StrongMeat-

[NitrogenWidget]

IF definitely works, imo its harder than IIFYM but they both have the same premise

for me, eating clean every day is difficult, but managing to eat around the same amount of calories is easy

at the end of the day both will result in weight loss, but IF will be healthier in the long run

-StrongMeat-

I used to not like IF but I started eating sparcely during the day so I could have bigger meals in the evening & enjoy life with friends so I might give it a shot this time around.

[NitrogenWidget]

Curled 90lbs on the EZ-bar for a set of 4, & 3 then went down to 85lbs for the rest of my 5x5.
also did one-arm DB rows with 90lbs for 5x5

Both personal bests for me I think.

I have to look back a few tabs on my spreadsheet to when I was much heavier & thought just lifting weights & "eating healthy" would get me in shape. LOL!

[DarQ2]

Started the Kris Gethin 12 week Program this week, calorie deficit working well except for last nite's soul food throwdown,lol. Looking to get it in for the next couple days up til weigh-in. Good luck everyone!

[TheLulz69]

IF is nice, you can do bigger meals, and I dont feel hungry during the fasting period.

[delpozo]

161.4 lbs this morning. I went up but I have been in Mexico City for the past 10 days just eating tacos and fried goodies so far. Will be extra careful with my diet once I am back in the States.

[NitrogenWidget]

161.4 lbs this morning. I went up but I have been in Mexico City for the past 10 days just eating tacos and fried goodies so far. Will be extra careful with my diet once I am back in the States.

Just drink the water.
you'll hit your goals.
early. LOL!

[Skullster]

Just drink the water.
you'll hit your goals.
early. LOL!

ROFLMAO!!! Yeah if I am in need of some quick weight reduction I'll just drive 45 miles to Tijuana and drink some tap water LOL

[cbrent1]

IF definitely works, imo its harder than IIFYM but they both have the same premise

for me, eating clean every day is difficult, but managing to eat around the same amount of calories is easy

at the end of the day both will result in weight loss, but IF will be healthier in the long run

-StrongMeat-

I used to sort of do IIFYM awhile back but I would always end up going over my calories because I wasn't organized or disciplined enough to write everything down including macros; might try going back to it in a few years if i get sick of IF.

[cbrent1]

I used to not like IF but I started eating sparcely during the day so I could have bigger meals in the evening & enjoy life with friends so I might give it a shot this time around.

IF is nice cause you can eat in any "feeding window" that you like pretty much and you don't have to eat like a bird on holidays/going out to dinner.

[StrongMeat]

I used to sort of do IIFYM awhile back but I would always end up going over my calories because I wasn't organized or disciplined enough to write everything down including macros; might try going back to it in a few years if i get sick of IF.

to be honest it works miracles for me considering i dont cook all that often

so when i do eat out im generally able to find out calories from whatever restaurant i buy from

the biggest thing to success with IIFYM is never eating a meal that doesnt have maximum 15cals/1g protein ratio. By just following this i eat WAY better than i used too but i havent given up very much. My stomach has shrank(the organ) and I literally cant eat that much anymore(IE used to scarf down Subway footlongs, can barely finish a 6" sandwich now)

the ratio also ensures that you get your protein regardless what meal you eat

-StrongMeat-

[scatterzoom]

Weighed in this morning at 176.8 back down to where I was before my superbowl splurge. Also had a cheat meal yesterday and too much alcohol, ugh, not feeling well today.

[mom2e3]

I used to not like IF but I started eating sparcely during the day so I could have bigger meals in the evening & enjoy life with friends so I might give it a shot this time around.

My natural eating habit seems to be more in line with IF, so I've been rolling with it. Of course, when I do this, I need to remember what I'm doing or I end up having a big end of day meal after I've eaten like crap all day.

I'm suffering a mean case of DOMS (glutes to hammies). The toilet is not my friend today...OUCH!

[AdamDye86]

What would you guys suggest for a good workout in here? For the next 1/1.5 months this is what I have to work with. Ive been doing pretty good so far...down almost 8lbs since we started, but Im worried ill lost just as much muscle as fat. Would that 1 machine be adequate for the time being?


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[TelusLob]

Up almost 3 lbs today. My neck is really sore. I slept on it wrong. Delts hurt, doms in legs and abs. Water was crap yesterday too. Going to try to squeeze in a small workout today. Back/biceps #2 this week.

[MilSpec4Life]

Same for me. Shooting for 233 Saturday, 231 Wednesday.

Sat weigh in was disappointing but expected. 235.0. This weekend we're busy with business presentations all over South Colorado, so I am not eating right at all. Last night we capped a meeting off at Old Chicago - and while my Calzone was delicious, I'm left with regret! I have resolved to a chicken salad for lunch today though.

Hit 233.8 this AM, had barbacue and a beer at a concerct last night too! Down from 236 on Wed. U jelly? :-D Keep it up brah!

Good job bro - I came in heavy. WIll def max intensity Mon and Tuesday and see if I can find a 4 on my digiscale. 234 that is or less!

Im hoping to be 234 on Saturday morning. For me, weighing Saturday morning keeps my Friday night calories tame and it gives me something to think about on Saturday when Im out and about with the family. I dont always make good choices on the weekends.

Me too. SAT and WED. But for me its my gym comp and this thread so I have to report twice a week. I like that Fri concept, but it didn't work for me last night when the group voted Old Chicago for dinner I was like"Oh ****e"

[workinithard]

Went to the gym today. dropped the kieth workout on bb.com and went back to greg plitt. And I must say I love it way more. Did shoulders today or Shoulderized my shoulders as Greg puts it. ate chicken and to much macNcheese. with chicken and hot sauce love it. I redid my fitnesspal so if anyone wants to ad me its same as my screen name on here.

Also got a cool app today sparkrecipes. Has alot of recipes with nutrtion values and all that good stuff. Best part its FREE!! Tomarrow I check in for Corproals course So lots of pt studing and gym.

[jehutyzone123]

Last night had 6 slices of pepperoni pizza from little caesars... Weighed myself this morning and down to 199.6. Feelsgoodman

[workinithard]

Last night had 6 slices of pepperoni pizza from little caesars... Weighed myself this morning and down to 199.6. Feelsgoodman

I hate you LMAO