When did you realize you are too fat and you've had enough?

[anusinha]

Originally Posted by JDubs80

Try Keto
Worked wonders for me

Im a 5'6" guy too (to the OP). Going on an intermittant fasting diet that is largely keto in nature combined with some exercise is a great place to start.

I like this guys youtube channel, it spells out everything really well, tons of videos to go through.

https://www.youtube.com/user/TheTdelauer

And if you want some easy exercises you can do in your own home without any equipment, start with these:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6q1qcAlIjc&t=495s

[pskell02]

I'm 6'5" and right after the holiday's I had gotten up to 225. In about a month and a half, I've started running/walking at the gym for an hour a day, sit-ups, planks, and pushups after running. I've also cut out most carbs and stopped my nightly snacking (bag of gummies or Ben and Jerrys pint). Just doing that, I've lost about 20 lbs and my gut is about half the size it was before.

It's really not that hard. Just takes some discipline with eating and effort at the gym.

Edit to add: I eat grilled chicken with bbq sauce with half a cup of rice or asparagus as a side 3-4 times a week. Breakfast is a reasonable sized bowl of Cheerios or Wheaties. Lunch is a protein bar. It's not an exciting diet, but has worked for me. Saturday is a cheat day where I'll have a somewhat healthy meal at Chipotle or the shawarma place. Just try to stay away from the fatty and fried categories, while limiting carbs and you should see a noticeable difference in a few weeks.

[ninjacookies]

Originally Posted by Whodatiz

Think Bolo Yeung, but no muscle.

ha ha.

This was actually one of the first images to come to mind. as well as buddah.

no racist.

[CC71]

look into intermittent fasting. eat one large healthy meal per day (roughly 1000 calories) at 12 pm and a healthy snack between 7 pm - 8 pm. then fast for 16 hours. you'll be amazed at how quickly your body fat will go down

[asujbl]

Originally Posted by anusinha

Im a 5'6" guy too (to the OP). Going on an intermittant fasting diet that is largely keto in nature combined with some exercise is a great place to start.

I like this guys youtube channel, it spells out everything really well, tons of videos to go through.

https://www.youtube.com/user/TheTdelauer

And if you want some easy exercises you can do in your own home without any equipment, start with these:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6q1qcAlIjc&t=495s

Thomas DeLauer sucks

If you aren’t Athlean-X you aren’t training

[CC71]

Originally Posted by asujbl

Thomas DeLauer sucks

If you aren’t Athlean-X you aren’t training

what that guy doesn't tell you is he's in the gym for 4 hours a day and on steroids.

[asujbl]

Originally Posted by CC71

what that guy doesn't tell you is he's in the gym for 4 hours a day and on steroids.

He does not

He does spit a lot of shi**y science though

[Spider-Fan]

Originally Posted by GETINTHEHOLE

I’m a dietitian and specialize in weight loss. Optimally, food journal to see what you consume daily. The journal serves as an accountability tool, learning tool and insight tool (think of insight as accumulation of your learning experiences). Ultimately, you just want to be more informed about what you eat and how much. Portion control is greatest benefit of journaling. Add in some exercise that YOU enjoy for roughly 30-60 min most days/week (3-5 is good. Finally, weigh yourself once weekly and be patient. Losing 1-2# is best. As someone said, commit to lifestyle change and not a diet. Keto is another way of saying Atkins. You won’t eat that way the rest of your life so why waste time? Diets are meant for a finite time duration while healthy eating should be life long. The key to healthy eating is to consume a variety of mostly heart-healthy foods from various food groups in appropriate portions. Be consistent. You don’t have to be perfect. You will reach your goals over time. Quick summary: journal consistently, mostly heart healthy food selections, portion control, 3 meals daily, AND exercise. Pick a routine that works for you. Your food choices should be mostly heart healthy but should also take into consideration your taste preferences. Again, be consistent. You don’t ah e to be perfect. Be as strict with yourself in regards to food selections as you feel the need, but be consistent. Sorry for ramble. I hope this helps a bit. Message me if needed.

I will say that journalling really helped me lose weight and maintain, and it started creeping up again when i stopped. And then i didnt want tomstart journaling again because i knew i wouldnt like the numbers

[anusinha]

Originally Posted by asujbl

Thomas DeLauer sucks

If you aren’t Athlean-X you aren’t training

Its all basically the same advice. Dont eat carbs, IF, weight training to build muscle.

[Garthug]

Originally Posted by Siberian13

Nice! Keep it up

Thanks. Motivation is really becoming an issue in regards to the gym. Even now, I'm typing this to put off heading there now. I've only been able to make it three times in the last few weeks due to overtime at work and the Y being used for swim meets these past few weekends. I'm pretty anti-social, and the Y has gotten a little too "peopley" since the beginning of the year, which thankfully is dying down a bit.

I've still done very little in regards to my diet. I eat mostly the same stuff, but I'm usually better about eating less of it. My biggest issue is eating when I'm bored. That's when I start snacking on something, even as I'm thinking its a bad idea. Still trying to come up with something to occupy that time...

[asujbl]

Originally Posted by anusinha

Its all basically the same advice. Dont eat carbs, IF, weight training to build muscle.

You clearly haven’t watched Athlean-X

It’s not all the same

One dude knows what he’s talking about

[Siberian13]

Originally Posted by asujbl

You clearly haven’t watched Athlean-X

It’s not all the same

One dude knows what he’s talking about

They’re all on PEDs.

[asujbl]

Originally Posted by Siberian13

They’re all on PEDs.

Oh snap. Don’t you mess with Jeff.

[Siberian13]

Originally Posted by Garthug

Thanks. Motivation is really becoming an issue in regards to the gym. Even now, I'm typing this to put off heading there now. I've only been able to make it three times in the last few weeks due to overtime at work and the Y being used for swim meets these past few weekends. I'm pretty anti-social, and the Y has gotten a little too "peopley" since the beginning of the year, which thankfully is dying down a bit.

I've still done very little in regards to my diet. I eat mostly the same stuff, but I'm usually better about eating less of it. My biggest issue is eating when I'm bored. That's when I start snacking on something, even as I'm thinking its a bad idea. Still trying to come up with something to occupy that time...

You probably eat a lot or large portions due to your social anxiety. Those bad Carbs probably make you feel better but they are only making it worse. You just got to let go and deal with it. Being antisocial is making it worse. What are you worried about? People judging you? Eff them. You have to do something everyday at this point. Even if it’s not weights or a lot of cardio. I just got back for a 4 mile walk enjoying music. Sitting around all the time isn’t what people are supposed to do and does more bad for our bodies than good.

Set some goals you can do and then increase them. My goal right now is I have to walk at least 6 miles everyday. Go to the gym 3-4 times a week for weights and heavy cardio. The other 3-4 days I do things at home like squats, pushups, etc. keep that body moving!

[Bulls90s]

I had a good run last night..1.25 miles, 2:05 per lap. I was happy about that.

[Saraste]

Originally Posted by Siberian13

My goal right now is I have to walk at least 6 miles everyday. Go to the gym 3-4 times a week for weights and heavy cardio. The other 3-4 days I do things at home like squats, pushups, etc. keep that body moving!

You'll never be able to do all of that and still post here as much as you do. Go do more than your plan states...

Seriously though...even though I can't do much exercise any more, about 15 years ago, when I working overnights I decided to go out for 6 mile walks at 3 in the morning on my 3 off nights. The goal was to make it in 90 minutes or less. At first it was very difficult to go out every night, especially in the rain, but I managed to do it for several months until my schedule changed and my health started deteriorating. Once I got in the rhythm, I actually looked forward to going out.

Once you get past the first few times, it gets easier to keep up your routine. The hardest part is getting started in the first place.

One more thing I don't think I have seen mentioned: if you are going to do strength training, it is likely you will actually gain a bit of weight in the beginning. That is your body converting fat into muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat, so gaining a bit of weight is not necessarily a bad thing (just so long as it is not from those 3 triple cheeseburgers you have after your workout ).

[chezball]

Originally Posted by Siberian13

You probably eat a lot or large portions due to your social anxiety. Those bad Carbs probably make you feel better but they are only making it worse. You just got to let go and deal with it. Being antisocial is making it worse. What are you worried about? People judging you? Eff them. You have to do something everyday at this point. Even if it’s not weights or a lot of cardio. I just got back for a 4 mile walk enjoying music. Sitting around all the time isn’t what people are supposed to do and does more bad for our bodies than good.

Set some goals you can do and then increase them. My goal right now is I have to walk at least 6 miles everyday. Go to the gym 3-4 times a week for weights and heavy cardio. The other 3-4 days I do things at home like squats, pushups, etc. keep that body moving!

So where's the the time to post almost 20 times a day, while you're doing your walks?

[Garthug]

Originally Posted by Siberian13

You probably eat a lot or large portions due to your social anxiety. Those bad Carbs probably make you feel better but they are only making it worse. You just got to let go and deal with it. Being antisocial is making it worse. What are you worried about? People judging you? Eff them. You have to do something everyday at this point. Even if it’s not weights or a lot of cardio. I just got back for a 4 mile walk enjoying music. Sitting around all the time isn’t what people are supposed to do and does more bad for our bodies than good.

Set some goals you can do and then increase them. My goal right now is I have to walk at least 6 miles everyday. Go to the gym 3-4 times a week for weights and heavy cardio. The other 3-4 days I do things at home like squats, pushups, etc. keep that body moving!

I'm not worried about anything, its just...most people bug me. I don't have the patience for small talk and things like that. On the other hand, I've found that I can't do it at home, I really need to get out of the house in order to exercise with any proper intensity. I did wind up spending over three hours at the Y today. Its funny, but I absolutely LOVE workout soreness!

The eating part, I believe it mostly comes from growing up in a heavy family. Among my parents and siblings, I'm actually the smallest in the family now. Its just difficult to change 35+ years of bad habits.

One thing that I've come to realize, at least for me, is that I can't make numerous and/or drastic changes all at once. I've been trying off and on for the past fifteen years to make lifestyle changes. Sometimes they stick, oftentimes they don't. The key is to avoid feeling discouraged. If you keep trying, eventually you'll hit that path/routine/motivation combo that works for you.

[Siberian13]

Originally Posted by chezball

So where's the the time to post almost 20 times a day, while you're doing your walks?

You guys act like posting 20 times takes a lot of time or effort

[Siberian13]

Originally Posted by Garthug

I'm not worried about anything, its just...most people bug me. I don't have the patience for small talk and things like that. On the other hand, I've found that I can't do it at home, I really need to get out of the house in order to exercise with any proper intensity. I did wind up spending over three hours at the Y today. Its funny, but I absolutely LOVE workout soreness!

The eating part, I believe it mostly comes from growing up in a heavy family. Among my parents and siblings, I'm actually the smallest in the family now. Its just difficult to change 35+ years of bad habits.

One thing that I've come to realize, at least for me, is that I can't make numerous and/or drastic changes all at once. I've been trying off and on for the past fifteen years to make lifestyle changes. Sometimes they stick, oftentimes they don't. The key is to avoid feeling discouraged. If you keep trying, eventually you'll hit that path/routine/motivation combo that works for you.

I remember the first day my boss got me started. He had me doing 3 different types of dumb bell shoulder raised. I couldn't move my arms the first 3 days. Or when I couldn't do pullups so he had me doing jump pullups until I did 90 and didn't want to go to work. He just laughed at me. Now the soreness is great.

[Wombat]

Originally Posted by Siberian13

I remember the first day my boss got me started. He had me doing 3 different types of dumb bell shoulder raised. I couldn't move my arms the first 3 days. Or when I couldn't do pullups so he had me doing jump pullups until I did 90 and didn't want to go to work. He just laughed at me. Now the soreness is great.

[Lockdown32]

Skip all the extreme diets. No need to completely cut everything that isn't good for you out. Moderation is key. I see people who go on the latest diet and guess what they gain all the weight they lost back. Because it's impossible to maintain. Watching what you eat and exercising a few times a week is the best remedy.

Cutting carbs and all these other things only work for so long. Starving yourself on diets like the keto diet aren't healthy for you either. Losing the weight won't be the problem. It's keeping it off. The only thing that consistently works is watching your calories in vs. your calories out and exercise. You should always watch the amount of salt, sugar etc. that you take in. That is for your health in general. Keeping it basic is the easiest way to maintain a healthy diet.

[chezball]

I'm 5' 8" and weigh 153 lbs, that's a BMI of 23.3.
Couple of weeks ago I went to this new Dr. and he told me I should be 175 lbs, I basically laughed in his face and told him no way. At that weight my BMI would be 26.6, needless to say I'm not going back to that clown.
I was 196 lbs back in the early 90's.

[crd1224]

Originally Posted by asujbl

You clearly haven’t watched Athlean-X

It’s not all the same

One dude knows what he’s talking about

Could not agree more. That man is incredible

[crd1224]

Originally Posted by chezball

I'm 5' 8" and weigh 153 lbs, that's a BMI of 23.3.
Couple of weeks ago I went to this new Dr. and he told me I should be 175 lbs, I basically laughed in his face and told him no way. At that weight my BMI would be 26.6, needless to say I'm not going back to that clown.
I was 196 lbs back in the early 90's.

How do you feel at 153 lbs? Just out of curiosity. I work as a personal trainer, and often times it seems people get too caught up in numbers (bmi, weight, etc). I think it helps to listen to your body, not just what the numbers say about your body. If you feel healthy, productive, and able to complete all your daily requirements at 153 then that is probably a good weight for you.

The same thing could be said about weighing 175 lbs though. That Dr. very well may be a hack, but 5'8" 175 doesn't strike me as a totally ridiculous weight. For reference, my bmi has me listed as overweight (6' 195lbs) but I consider myself to be a relatively fit individual. Everyone is different though, that's the cool part.