I'm not Ajay, but I am getting into shape.

[Darth-Baiter]

3 months ago, my doctor basically scared the crap out of me.   I had to donate many many viles of blood, and endure multiple scans looking for unmentionable lumps and disease markers.  

 

She said, whatever they find:  I really should trim down.  I am not physically fat, but my liver is.  I cut out white flours stuff.  noodles, bread.  no white rice.  zero white rice for a Chinese guy is no small feat. :D.  no RED MEAT!  no sugary stuff like cookies and cakes..and yummyass pies.    I eat lean stuff.  egg whites, barley, lots of fish and more veggies than ever in my entire life.   no fried foods.   the white flour is a bummer, because I have masters making sourdough bread.  I make lots of them, and don't eat them.  my wife does, and I give them away.  great stress relief - baking.

 

oh, I am running.  I wake up at 4:30, leash up my dog and hit the pavement.  up to 3 miles everyday unless I go fishing.  if I fish, I do an soul sucking mountain bike ride the next day as penance.   then sit-ups, and pushup(s).  (working my nerve up to try Burpees).  I only have 30-45 minutes to run, because I have to shower, eat, commute to work.  

 

I think I lost 17 lbs in 3 months.  I was jogging to boost Cardio for Brazil Peacocks in October, but I really took to it despite my trip on hold for a year.    my doc is about to take me off my tiny dose of BP meds.

 

once I hit my goal, I will order a cheeseburger.  hahah... Thanksgiving is coming, and I even have a plan for that.  piece of breast meat, big pile of Chinese broccoli.   I'll let the family mack the homemade sourdough I bring.  

 

oh, Docs gave me the "all clear".  phew!!!

[A-Jay]

That's good to hear.

Complete life style changes that last forever at any age,

are THE HARDEST for many many humans.

Reality IMO is, you're going to live somehow,

might as well not be destructive.

I'm not going to wish you good luck,

because luck has nothing to do with it.

It's all up to you and your willingness to have more self control.

A-Jay

 

[Darth-Baiter]

1 hour ago, A-Jay said:

That's good to hear.

Complete life style changes that last forever at any age,

are THE HARDEST for many many humans.

Reality IMO is, you're going to live somehow,

might as well not be destructive.

I'm not going to wish you good luck,

because luck has nothing to do with it.

It's all up to you and your willingness to have more self control.

A-Jay

 

gospel!!  I recently went to a Quinceanera.  food was off the hook.  Birria and all the fixings.  I glanced around and ended up eating more cucumber salad than I have ever in my life.   it worked.  I went home and ate something.  

 

the Poke Bowl over brown rice and barley is my goto lunch if I have to be around good food.  i just pack it in myself.  

[Mobasser]

19 hours ago, A-Jay said:

That's good to hear.

Complete life style changes that last forever at any age,

are THE HARDEST for many many humans.

Reality IMO is, you're going to live somehow,

might as well not be destructive.

I'm not going to wish you good luck,

because luck has nothing to do with it.

It's all up to you and your willingness to have more self control.

A-Jay

 

Here's your answer. I've been on a weight loss plan now for months. As A- Jay says here, there's no luck in this. You have to be aware of what your doing every day, and stick to it. I haven't done anything special. Regular exercise, and watching what I eat, and portion sizes.                  I've gone from 235 down to around 205. My goal is 190. I'll get there. Be determined and don't give up. Anyone can lose weight if you keep a positive attitude about this, and realize the health benefits.

[looking45]

Good for you getting in shape. Hope everything works out for you. I don’t have to be on a diet to eat Gai lan. It’s my favorite. 

[MediumMouthBass]

On 11/13/2024 at 9:25 AM, Darth-Baiter said:

RED MEAT

I can give up excess/added sugars, seed oils, fast food, processed foods, beer, sodas/sugary drinks, etc.... Without issue as i already have stopped eating/drinking them for awhile.

I will never give up red meat. You are stronger than i am.

 

I exercise for a different reason than most, its not weight loss, or muscle gains, but more so longevity, effectiveness, general health, and the strength/mobility i will need to carry on for the rest of life.

 

Im very devoted to this, and even after that its still very hard to keep consistent every day.

Eating right is hard for most people, but it really comes down to the recipes.

I couldnt stick to a healthy eating plan until i started using the air fryer and buttermilk ranch.

Working out is great, until several months or years go by and you tell yourself to take the weekend off, and then it snowballs to a week, etc....

You just have to keep going, and not quit, now now, not ever.

On 11/13/2024 at 9:33 AM, A-Jay said:

Reality IMO is, you're going to live somehow,

might as well not be destructive.

This is funny to me, because its a double edged sword. Dont workout = destroy the body. Working out = destroy the body. You really have to find the best and safest way to lift, move, walk, and run, its the absolute key to success and injury prevention. Always gotta make sure every rep is done with perfect form too.

 

On 11/13/2024 at 9:25 AM, Darth-Baiter said:

Burpees

Try these and flutter kicks, then just wait for the 6 pack😂

[TnRiver46]

@MediumMouthBass, you can give up red meat if you get bitten by the wrong tick 

[A-Jay]

1 hour ago, MediumMouthBass said:

I can give up excess/added sugars, seed oils, fast food, processed foods, beer, sodas/sugary drinks, etc.... Without issue as i already have stopped eating/drinking them for awhile.

I will never give up red meat. You are stronger than i am.

 

I exercise for a different reason than most, its not weight loss, or muscle gains, but more so longevity, effectiveness, general health, and the strength/mobility i will need to carry on for the rest of life.

 

Im very devoted to this, and even after that its still very hard to keep consistent every day.

Eating right is hard for most people, but it really comes down to the recipes.

I couldnt stick to a healthy eating plan until i started using the air fryer and buttermilk ranch.

Working out is great, until several months or years go by and you tell yourself to take the weekend off, and then it snowballs to a week, etc....

You just have to keep going, and not quit, now now, not ever.

This is funny to me, because its a double edged sword. Dont workout = destroy the body. Working out = destroy the body. You really have to find the best and safest way to lift, move, walk, and run, its the absolute key to success and injury prevention. Always gotta make sure every rep is done with perfect form too.

 

Try these and flutter kicks, then just wait for the 6 pack😂

Everything in moderation, including moderation.

@J Francho quote I believe, but I like it. 

No amount of exercise can ever over come a destructive diet or lifestyle.

Workouts by the decade for me . . .

In my 20's it was easy and fun.

In my 30's I got stronger and figured a few things out.

In my 40's I was all about being super lean.

In my 50's everything slowed down.  Proper Diet & recovery became more important.

In my 60's I'm fighting every day to get enough calories, but not too much,

to get enough sleep & hydration, and to ensure that I'm making pre-workout warm ups a priority.

I do all of this to be fit for life.

So Far so Good.

Yesterday I was working with 450 lbs for reps.

at 65 yrs old and a body weight of 165 lbs.

Not weight belt - no wrist wraps. 

https://youtu.be/F65IlIvGsXo?feature=shared&t=47

Strength is a perishable skill. 

Benefits including but are not limited to improvements in

bone density, connective tissue strength & flexibility,

maintaining whatever muscle I may have left, improvements in confidence,

balance and self image.

Don't see any of that as destructive. 

There's plenty of commitment here too.

https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/borninfiftynine

A-Jay

 

 

 

 

[MediumMouthBass]

3 hours ago, A-Jay said:

Strength is a perishable skill. 

Benefits including but are not limited to improvements in

bone density, connective tissue strength & flexibility,

maintaining whatever muscle I may have left, improvements in confidence,

balance and self image.

Strength definitely is perishable, i got injured a few years ago, actually it was a few injuries that compounded into something worse....

Before i was 21 i had the strength, muscle, and mobility of a unhealthy 60-70 year old....

I lost almost all my muscle, strength too, my mobility was nonexistent as well. Fishing is the only thing that kept my body somewhat moving. The injury didnt cause this, it was stopping exercise/lifting weights. But hey its what several doctors told me to do....

My spirit and will power were gone, this went on for a few years and i finally got sick of the state my body was in. Dusted off the weights, cleaned up my workout room which hasnt been used in years and made a choice. I started from zero weight, just moving my arms and legs. Moved on to 3lbs, then 5lbs, and so on. I now have much better strength, my muscle is still no where near what it was but i have built up mass and definition for certain muscle groups. Im adding new exercises each week, gaining strength, and my mobility is almost back to where it should be.

I have to do an hour of PT (at home) each day followed by an hour or 2 in the gym, every day. Even when my body is sore ill just keep at it and do a smaller muscle group or work on grip strength, or core.

Your comments about  bone density, connective tissue strength & flexibility are very accurate, even while im making significant progress in "rebuilding my body" as i like to call it, i have to go slow because my ligaments, joints, and tissue arent getting the same message my muscles are.

3 hours ago, A-Jay said:

Don't see any of that as destructive. 

 

I was referring to the guys that ego lift or do reps with improper form and get disc issues, rotator cuff tears, knee issues, among others....

If you dont do it correctly alot can go wrong, thats why anytime i do any exercise i try to aim for 100 percent perfection in form. If that means lowering the reps or weight so be it.

3 hours ago, A-Jay said:

There's plenty of commitment here too.

 

Ive been following your thread on exercise for awhile now, its definitely been an inspiration.

[A-Jay]

1 hour ago, MediumMouthBass said:

Strength definitely is perishable, i got injured a few years ago, actually it was a few injuries that compounded into something worse....

Before i was 21 i had the strength, muscle, and mobility of a unhealthy 60-70 year old....

I lost almost all my muscle, strength too, my mobility was nonexistent as well. Fishing is the only thing that kept my body somewhat moving. The injury didnt cause this, it was stopping exercise/lifting weights. But hey its what several doctors told me to do....

My spirit and will power were gone, this went on for a few years and i finally got sick of the state my body was in. Dusted off the weights, cleaned up my workout room which hasnt been used in years and made a choice. I started from zero weight, just moving my arms and legs. Moved on to 3lbs, then 5lbs, and so on. I now have much better strength, my muscle is still no where near what it was but i have built up mass and definition for certain muscle groups. Im adding new exercises each week, gaining strength, and my mobility is almost back to where it should be.

I have to do an hour of PT (at home) each day followed by an hour or 2 in the gym, every day. Even when my body is sore ill just keep at it and do a smaller muscle group or work on grip strength, or core.

Your comments about  bone density, connective tissue strength & flexibility are very accurate, even while im making significant progress in "rebuilding my body" as i like to call it, i have to go slow because my ligaments, joints, and tissue arent getting the same message my muscles are.

I was referring to the guys that ego lift or do reps with improper form and get disc issues, rotator cuff tears, knee issues, among others....

If you dont do it correctly alot can go wrong, thats why anytime i do any exercise i try to aim for 100 percent perfection in form. If that means lowering the reps or weight so be it.

Ive been following your thread on exercise for awhile now, its definitely been an inspiration.

Slow, steady and consist.

You will surprise yourself.

We all suffer set backs.

Use them to motivate. 

As bass fisherman our hobby is sitting at home unless we are fishing.

Having fitness as a life style or 'Hobby' 

It's with us 27/7/365.

Hard to measure all the benefits. 

Stay Safe

A-Jay

[DogBone_384]

On 11/13/2024 at 12:25 PM, Darth-Baiter said:

zero white rice for a Chinese guy is no small feat

Tell me about it... My wife's Filipino... Rice is a staple in our house!  Good luck cutting down on it.

2 hours ago, A-Jay said:

Everything in moderation

 

My grandfather taught us that.  He was born in 1899 and made it to 1990.

[J Francho]

Did someone say bacon?

[Darth-Baiter]

Fiber.  this is an enigma to me.  my Dietician said a male needs 35gr per day.   a stalk of celery is something like 3 grams.  

 

I eat whole grains, another 6.  Chia Seed pudding, add in 7.  

 

35 is a high ass bar.  

[DaubsNU1]

This is a great and timely thread! Thanks for posting @Darth-Baiter, and thanks for serving as that constant motivation @A-Jay!

 

Ten plus years ago my wife was hospitalized due to complications of ulcerative colitis. About wrecked her. She went gluten free, and I joined her shortly after...no need to make two different dinners. 

 

Over the years we have eliminated other things -- sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, vegetable oils, processed foods, etc. Mainly eat eggs, beef, pork, chicken, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and occasional processed item. Wife makes her own dressings and sauces from scratch. 

 

Truly amazing how much better we both feel. 

 

I've been slowly getting back to exercise, strength training, walking, and improving balance. Gotta keep grinding!!

[Jigfishn10]

Congrats @Darth-Baiter, glad to hear that you took the docs advice. I for one will not give any here, I was doing great for like 4 or 5 years but the past year has been terrible from a personal and professional stand point. My workout schedule and nutrition discipline just went to total s..t. Started to dial both back in the past couple of months and hopefully will have the same positive outcome you're currently having in the near future.

 

Stay the course my friend, I'm hoping to get on that train with you soon!

[padlin]

23 hours ago, MediumMouthBass said:

I exercise for a different reason than most, its not weight loss, or muscle gains, but more so longevity, effectiveness, general health, and the strength/mobility i will need to carry on for the rest of life.

I started going to the Y a couple months ago for the same reasons, mostly so I can keep on fishing and hiking. So far so good, with weights anyway, hope I can stick to it.

 

Thought I’d try swimming laps one day, in my teens I could swim for what felt like hours. 50 years later I struggled through 1 lap and thought I’d die, a whopping 25 yds. If I fall in one day without a life vest on I’m done for.

[TnRiver46]

18 minutes ago, padlin said:

I started going to the Y a couple months ago for the same reasons, mostly so I can keep on fishing and hiking. So far so good, with weights anyway, hope I can stick to it.

 

Thought I’d try swimming laps one day, in my teens I could swim for what felt like hours. 50 years later I struggled through 1 lap and thought I’d die, a whopping 25 yds. If I fall in one day without a life vest on I’m done for.

Keep practicing! My mom is 72 and she can swim like a 1/4 mile or something crazy 

[FryDog62]

A guy I worked out with in Florida is 81 and he does 150 chin-ups (10 sets of 15) 3 times a week… yeah that’s like 450 more a week than I do. Funny thing his nickname is “Chin-up Chuck!”

 

 

[A-Jay]

2 hours ago, padlin said:

I started going to the Y a couple months ago for the same reasons, mostly so I can keep on fishing and hiking. So far so good, with weights anyway, hope I can stick to it.

 

Thought I’d try swimming laps one day, in my teens I could swim for what felt like hours. 50 years later I struggled through 1 lap and thought I’d die, a whopping 25 yds. If I fall in one day without a life vest on I’m done for.

Keep it rolling.

I had a very in shape instructor once in the service that told me he could make me sweat in the Olympic pool we were training in. I opened my big mouth and bet him he couldn't. 

Dinner was on me that night.

A-Jay

[Darth-Baiter]

my stepdad was 78.  he looked like a teenager in the water.   he would be the one to save my life if my dog-paddle quit getting it done.  thank goodness it never came to that.  I suck in water.

 

the test is coming up.  I am driving cross country to see my mom.  I will jog every morning with my dog, no matter where we lay our heads at night.  (I'll park in better cities).  the food will be tough.  Cracker Barrels the entire way, haha...I told my wife I plan on bringing my camp stove.  I'll do egg whites off the tailgate if I have to.  I've sat, eating a salad while my wife grubs.  hahahah..

[TnRiver46]

1 hour ago, Darth-Baiter said:

my stepdad was 78.  he looked like a teenager in the water.   he would be the one to save my life if my dog-paddle quit getting it done.  thank goodness it never came to that.  I suck in water.

 

the test is coming up.  I am driving cross country to see my mom.  I will jog every morning with my dog, no matter where we lay our heads at night.  (I'll park in better cities).  the food will be tough.  Cracker Barrels the entire way, haha...I told my wife I plan on bringing my camp stove.  I'll do egg whites off the tailgate if I have to.  I've sat, eating a salad while my wife grubs.  hahahah..

Just order a mountain of bacon at the Cracker Barrel 

[FishTank]

I have worked out off and on since I was 12. Competed in powerlifting meets, even qualified for the Arnold and was sponsored at 16 by Twin Lab. Now that I am 52 and have a bad hip, things are tough. I have taken two years plus off and just started to go back after doing physical therapy when the insurance would cover it.  So far things haven't been too bad.  I won't be deadlifting or back squatting any time soon. I think my overall health is going to be the priority from now on. 

 

I did have some guidance...... My Grandfather lived till he was 94 (drank and smoked a pipe forever) and my Grandmother 87. Both died in their sleep but they had a hard but simple rule when it came to a healthy diet. If you can grow it, catch it or kill it, it's good to eat. So no fast food, nothing that comes from a factory or in a box (including hamburger), very little bread and nothing fried except eggs. Funny thing is, my doctor told me the same thing last week.  

 

A life style change is a change for life. 

[Darth-Baiter]

its raining today.  thought about taking a break from my morning run, but it felt "WRONG".  I don't want to say I felt guilt, but I kinda did.  dug out some random rain gear and I went for it.  left my dog at home.  

 

I need better rain gear.  hahah..but I lived.