The good; the bad, but no ugly.
Weighed-in this morning and pretty pleased with this extra kilo I'm down. However the bad is my knee is hurting the last couple of days. I'll just take it easy on the bike for a few days and hope it gets better.
Only 70 days to go and at this rate I'll be under 90 for Xmas.
Current weight: 96kg
Weight lost to date: 4kg
Next weigh-in: 10 October
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Day 26
I was woken up yesterday morning by the birds about 5.30 am. Thought I'll go to the gym and have the evening to myself. People that know me knows that is an achievement in itself. Daylight saving starts tomorrow and setting the clock forward 1 hour will keep the birds quiet for a little bit longer in the morning.
25% finished and still going strong. Left the office yesterday about 4.30pm and was in a slack as mood, hence stopped at KFC for those nice greasy pieces of chicken and coleslaw. I don't do takeaways, but that was lovely.
I'm looking forward to tomorrow's gym. Got me the TV series The Magnificent Seven and there's nothing like a good western at its time. Also Saturday mornings is my shopping day, so all the weekend Yummys were bought and ready to be enjoyed.
Weight lost to date: 3kg
Current weight: 97kg
Next weigh-in: 30 September
25% finished and still going strong. Left the office yesterday about 4.30pm and was in a slack as mood, hence stopped at KFC for those nice greasy pieces of chicken and coleslaw. I don't do takeaways, but that was lovely.
I'm looking forward to tomorrow's gym. Got me the TV series The Magnificent Seven and there's nothing like a good western at its time. Also Saturday mornings is my shopping day, so all the weekend Yummys were bought and ready to be enjoyed.
Weight lost to date: 3kg
Current weight: 97kg
Next weigh-in: 30 September
Monday, September 21, 2009
Day 21
Yesterday was weigh-in number 2 and although I was expecting a huge drop in weight, based on how my clothes fits; it was only an extra 1kg down. So in total 3kg so far. I guess that’s not bad. 3kg in 20 days, if you consider that it’s 6 blocks for 500g butter. And the general rule of thumb is if you lose it slowly, it tends to stay off longer.
Last week I started feeling really good. That familiar steady glucose level, where I don’t feel “jucky” after lunch and just want to fall asleep. No, none of those sugar spikes no more.
This week I’ll be turning up the dials on the machines at the gym and get the pump up between 130 and 140 BPM. I also got a good variety of lunch snacks worked out, so no more boredom around food.
all and all : two thumbs up.
Weigh lost to date: 3kg
Next Weigh-in: 30 September
Last week I started feeling really good. That familiar steady glucose level, where I don’t feel “jucky” after lunch and just want to fall asleep. No, none of those sugar spikes no more.
This week I’ll be turning up the dials on the machines at the gym and get the pump up between 130 and 140 BPM. I also got a good variety of lunch snacks worked out, so no more boredom around food.
all and all : two thumbs up.
Weigh lost to date: 3kg
Next Weigh-in: 30 September
Friday, September 18, 2009
Day 18
Goodness, I can’t believe it ‘s the weekend already. Not that I’m complaining.
I got up Monday morning with a pain in my chest (heart) and try to ignore it for a couple of days. Yea, Yea, I can hear you all saying it must be the meat...anyway, woke up Wednesday morning with the same pain and needles-n-pins in my arms, which worried me a bit, but it ended up being a reflux and not the old pump.
So, I was home, on a weekday, clear blue skies and what is a man to do? Got out the BBQ (which I haven’t used for about 4 months), gave it a clean and got a few kgs spares from the local China-Man butcher. Well, they said it was spareribs. Lovely!!!!!
This week I increased the intensity of my training session slightly and decided to do a 1hour walking session followed by 2 days at the gym to mix-match it and overcome boredom. The iPod with a few TV series on it helps a lot fighting the boredom factor while on the spin bike for an hour.
This week was the first time in months that I had to ask the Mrs where my belt was which makes me excited about the weigh-in in 2 days and judging by my jeans it’s going to be a good one.
Weight lost to date: 2kg (start weight 100kg)
Next Weigh-in: 2 days
I got up Monday morning with a pain in my chest (heart) and try to ignore it for a couple of days. Yea, Yea, I can hear you all saying it must be the meat...anyway, woke up Wednesday morning with the same pain and needles-n-pins in my arms, which worried me a bit, but it ended up being a reflux and not the old pump.
So, I was home, on a weekday, clear blue skies and what is a man to do? Got out the BBQ (which I haven’t used for about 4 months), gave it a clean and got a few kgs spares from the local China-Man butcher. Well, they said it was spareribs. Lovely!!!!!
This week I increased the intensity of my training session slightly and decided to do a 1hour walking session followed by 2 days at the gym to mix-match it and overcome boredom. The iPod with a few TV series on it helps a lot fighting the boredom factor while on the spin bike for an hour.
This week was the first time in months that I had to ask the Mrs where my belt was which makes me excited about the weigh-in in 2 days and judging by my jeans it’s going to be a good one.
Weight lost to date: 2kg (start weight 100kg)
Next Weigh-in: 2 days
Monday, September 14, 2009
Day 14
Friday night around 7pm I arrived at the gym and was very surprise with how many people go to gym on a Friday.
We had friends come up from Hamilton for the weekend, but I still managed to sneak out Saturday morning for an hour for gym. Fortunately we were the hosts, so all the meals were “Atkins – friendly” except for the deserts, but I’m not really a sweet tooth (if I put my mind to it). I did have a few low-carb beers, in fact I had a couple right after returning from gym, which ended up not being such a good idea.... but that’s a story on its own
Sunday was such a nice sunny day, so we decided to take the friends out for ice cream at the beach; I substituted mine for a Starbucks cuppa. When they left around 6pm last night, I put on my runners and headed out to the ferry terminal for my hour cardio.
So all and all it was a superb weekend and being able to withstand all those “food-ie” temptations, I know I can resist the rest that will follow over the remaining 86 days.
Weight lost to date: 2kg (starting weight 100kg)
Next weigh in: 20 September
We had friends come up from Hamilton for the weekend, but I still managed to sneak out Saturday morning for an hour for gym. Fortunately we were the hosts, so all the meals were “Atkins – friendly” except for the deserts, but I’m not really a sweet tooth (if I put my mind to it). I did have a few low-carb beers, in fact I had a couple right after returning from gym, which ended up not being such a good idea.... but that’s a story on its own
Sunday was such a nice sunny day, so we decided to take the friends out for ice cream at the beach; I substituted mine for a Starbucks cuppa. When they left around 6pm last night, I put on my runners and headed out to the ferry terminal for my hour cardio.
So all and all it was a superb weekend and being able to withstand all those “food-ie” temptations, I know I can resist the rest that will follow over the remaining 86 days.
Weight lost to date: 2kg (starting weight 100kg)
Next weigh in: 20 September
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Day 10 - First Weigh-in
Weighed myself this morning and the “bloated-less-ness” ended up being more than just that. I lost 2kg over the last 10days. Okay much of it might just be water and I don’t think the next 10days will have the same result, but for now I’m happy with today’s result.
Current weight : 98kg
Weight lost to date : 2kg
Current weight : 98kg
Weight lost to date : 2kg
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Day 9
Yesterday was by far the toughest day to date. I only got away from the office around 6.30pm and reached the gym at 7.30pm. I was a bit “irritated” at the gym and couldn’t wait to get out of there; hence I when from treadmill to cycle to rowing machine and even spend some time on the stepper, but no more than 15 minutes at a time, hoping that will make the time pass quicker. I did managed to work up a good sweat though.
Got home just before 9pm and boy was I happy to see my son took initiative and finish dinner. Chicken\pork stir-fry. That hit the spot and suddenly a “bad day” was not so bad after all. I will spend some time this weekend to work out a menu for the next few weeks, 'cause patties and tuna for lunch and protein shakes for breakfast is starting to work on my nerves.
I guess this sounded like a negative post so on the upside, my jeans aren't so “snugly” anymore and I don’t have that bloated feeling in the gut no more. I don’t have high expectations for tomorrow’s weigh-in (yes, tomorrow is the first big day) and will be happy with ½ a kilo weight lose.
So watch this space to see if the last 10 days of “life style adjustment” was worth the trouble.
Got home just before 9pm and boy was I happy to see my son took initiative and finish dinner. Chicken\pork stir-fry. That hit the spot and suddenly a “bad day” was not so bad after all. I will spend some time this weekend to work out a menu for the next few weeks, 'cause patties and tuna for lunch and protein shakes for breakfast is starting to work on my nerves.
I guess this sounded like a negative post so on the upside, my jeans aren't so “snugly” anymore and I don’t have that bloated feeling in the gut no more. I don’t have high expectations for tomorrow’s weigh-in (yes, tomorrow is the first big day) and will be happy with ½ a kilo weight lose.
So watch this space to see if the last 10 days of “life style adjustment” was worth the trouble.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Day 6
Sunday evening and day 6 has come and gone. Let me sum up the last 3 days in a few sentences.
Almost overslept on Friday morning and had to rush to the gym. I behaved myself at Friday afternoon drinks at work and had a diet coke. Up to Friday it all seemed easy, but I expected the weekend to bring a lot of temptations.
Yesterday morning (Saturday) the Mrs and I slept in till about 9. Had a lazy Saturday morning and only went to the gym around 1PM (and she joined me). I got her an iPod touch to take along to they gym and installed a few games for her. I guess the time in the gym just flew by for her.
Last night was time for a few lovely sirloins and this morning Fathers day. The kids took me out for a breakfast around 11... the best and biggest omelette ever. (thanks kids – love you).
Then it was off to the gym around 1.30. Took the Mrs’ iPod with and indeed an hour on the spin bike just flew by while I was playing “Cluedo”.
And the weekend’s temptation never arrived. My wife and kids is a great support group and did not buy or ask for any lollies so that sure made it easy not to indulge.
How about that? 6 consecutive days of exercise and no carbs and only 4 days to go before my first weigh-in.
Almost overslept on Friday morning and had to rush to the gym. I behaved myself at Friday afternoon drinks at work and had a diet coke. Up to Friday it all seemed easy, but I expected the weekend to bring a lot of temptations.
Yesterday morning (Saturday) the Mrs and I slept in till about 9. Had a lazy Saturday morning and only went to the gym around 1PM (and she joined me). I got her an iPod touch to take along to they gym and installed a few games for her. I guess the time in the gym just flew by for her.
Last night was time for a few lovely sirloins and this morning Fathers day. The kids took me out for a breakfast around 11... the best and biggest omelette ever. (thanks kids – love you).
Then it was off to the gym around 1.30. Took the Mrs’ iPod with and indeed an hour on the spin bike just flew by while I was playing “Cluedo”.
And the weekend’s temptation never arrived. My wife and kids is a great support group and did not buy or ask for any lollies so that sure made it easy not to indulge.
How about that? 6 consecutive days of exercise and no carbs and only 4 days to go before my first weigh-in.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Day 3
Well 3 days are gone and I’m quite impressed with myself. Not so much with sticking to the "all you can eat" protein diet, but with going to the gym 3 days in a row and enjoying it. Went there today 15 minutes earlier then the other 2 day and looking forward to tomorrow’s.
Ran into my wife’s gym instructor this morning and the conversation obviously led to what I’m up to and just the mere mention of me cutting all carbs for a while made her negative. “No” she said “those weight lose programs don’t work”... I could not agree with her more... seeing that I only happened to lose 28kg 5 years ago (and kept if off for 4 years)... she’s a sweet girl and thought I'll spare her.
Exercise
Still sticking to the same low intensity training. I’m trying to keep my heart rate between 115 and 130 BPM and struggling. Not to keep it that low... to get it that high.... I'm barely making it over 110 with this low intensity walking, cycling and X-trainer and fighting the urge to crank it up a few notches, but I know that’s not a good idea... yet.
Food
Had a beauty of a rump steak last night and green salad (which is no carb). This morning’s breakfast was a few sausages and an egg. There were still some leftovers of last night’s salad, so I added a tin of tuna to it and walla – tuna salad for today’s lunch.
Body & Mind
Mentally I’ve got no dramas with the diet, but think that next week’s gym routine will be challenging. I’ve never been an early riser and going to the gym every afternoon after work... hmmmm... not so appealing either... but that’s next week’s problem.
Progress
Weight loss to date 0kg
next weigh-in: 10 September
belt notch on 1 September: 2 currently: 2
I thought I will add my belt notch as an additional measurement to give the fat loss a different perspective. Each notch is 25mm apart and I’m currently on the 2nd notch.
Ran into my wife’s gym instructor this morning and the conversation obviously led to what I’m up to and just the mere mention of me cutting all carbs for a while made her negative. “No” she said “those weight lose programs don’t work”... I could not agree with her more... seeing that I only happened to lose 28kg 5 years ago (and kept if off for 4 years)... she’s a sweet girl and thought I'll spare her.
Exercise
Still sticking to the same low intensity training. I’m trying to keep my heart rate between 115 and 130 BPM and struggling. Not to keep it that low... to get it that high.... I'm barely making it over 110 with this low intensity walking, cycling and X-trainer and fighting the urge to crank it up a few notches, but I know that’s not a good idea... yet.
Food
Had a beauty of a rump steak last night and green salad (which is no carb). This morning’s breakfast was a few sausages and an egg. There were still some leftovers of last night’s salad, so I added a tin of tuna to it and walla – tuna salad for today’s lunch.
Body & Mind
Mentally I’ve got no dramas with the diet, but think that next week’s gym routine will be challenging. I’ve never been an early riser and going to the gym every afternoon after work... hmmmm... not so appealing either... but that’s next week’s problem.
Progress
Weight loss to date 0kg
next weigh-in: 10 September
belt notch on 1 September: 2 currently: 2
I thought I will add my belt notch as an additional measurement to give the fat loss a different perspective. Each notch is 25mm apart and I’m currently on the 2nd notch.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Day 1
Weighed myself this morning on the bathroom scale and could not believe that I was spot on 100kg. Weighed at the gym and was about 400g more due to clothes, so am happy to go with the bathroom scale’s reading moving forward.
Fortunately I’m on the late shift this week so going to the gym at 8.30 was far more appealing than going there at 6.00, making today (this week) ideal to kick of the 100 days of fitness challenge.
Exercise
I thought I’ll play it safe and not try and pickup where I last stopped. Not going to make that rookie mistake and injure myself with in the first few weeks.
So did a 30 minute walk on the treadmill @ 6km p/h with 3.5 incline
15 minutes on the X-trainer with a low resistance and another 15 minutes on the spin-bike on low resistance. I’ll stick to this light exercise plan for the next couple of weeks and see how I get on.
Food
Coming back from the gym my son made me three beef patties for breakfast and I had another two around 2pm for lunch. Not sure what the Mrs is cooking up for dinner, but it will be no-carb.
Body & Mind
No hunger pains. Got a slight headache, but think that is more due to forking out close to a grand for parts and labour on my car today.
Progress
Weight loss to date 0kg
next weigh-in: 10 September
Fortunately I’m on the late shift this week so going to the gym at 8.30 was far more appealing than going there at 6.00, making today (this week) ideal to kick of the 100 days of fitness challenge.
Exercise
I thought I’ll play it safe and not try and pickup where I last stopped. Not going to make that rookie mistake and injure myself with in the first few weeks.
So did a 30 minute walk on the treadmill @ 6km p/h with 3.5 incline
15 minutes on the X-trainer with a low resistance and another 15 minutes on the spin-bike on low resistance. I’ll stick to this light exercise plan for the next couple of weeks and see how I get on.
Food
Coming back from the gym my son made me three beef patties for breakfast and I had another two around 2pm for lunch. Not sure what the Mrs is cooking up for dinner, but it will be no-carb.
Body & Mind
No hunger pains. Got a slight headache, but think that is more due to forking out close to a grand for parts and labour on my car today.
Progress
Weight loss to date 0kg
next weigh-in: 10 September
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