[Closed] STW Chub Club 2017

from 236 to 229

thatll do for a start.. even went for a curry last night and said no to bread and beer, really wasnt that bothered by not having them..

What is happening to me?

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sits in the corner rocking gently at the mere thoought of it

248 down to 241 (which, given that I actually weighed two pound heavier on day two, I'm quite happy with 🙂 ), combination of Dry January and Slimming World* (more or less). Only done a couple of runs but I'm gonna throw a bit more exercise into the mix - early days yet but feels perfectly sustainable at the mo.

* My consumption of Baby Bel Light and Cadburys Freddos has gone up, but in line with the daily SW "syn" allowance. 🙂

even went for a curry last night and said no to bread and beer, really wasnt that bothered by not having them..

What is happening to me?

Start worrying when you go out for a salad rather than for a curry!

mboy/lunge

I see it as a 2 or 3 stage process. I'm doing the Michael Moseley 800Kcal for 8 weeks, low carb plan.

1. Lose lots fast
2. Transition to less severe form of diet to reach final goal, and up exercise severity.
3. Set up long term sustainable Mediterranean style eating, with achievable exercise plan.

Cheers theotherjonv 😉

I see it more as a 4 stage process.

1, lose weight by increasing exercise while motivated to do so and cutting down just enough for it to be fairly easy
2, get lots of compliments from people about weight loss and feel good
3, become disheartened when it plateaus and console myself with beer, crisps and chocolate
3, put it all back on again, plus a bit extra
4, back to stage 1

We've all been there!!!

*Wakes up and goes to weigh oneself*

167.4..

*goes for piss*

166.8

*takes off tshirt*

166.2

*removes socks*

166.1

*takes off glasses and watch*

166.

Nailed it.

Nailed it.

I literally just ate half a piece of tiffin

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Down from 189 to 182. Happy with that as it was my birthday Sunday so had meals out sat & sun. Beaten end of Jan target and 35% of the way to March's.

Just hope I can sustain it & I don't plateau

Thanks to TOJV for organising this.

You been hacking my webcam again nickc?

3. Set up long term sustainable Mediterranean style eating, with achievable exercise plan.

Lots of pasta, late night meals, unhealthy amounts of red wine and cured meats?

Doesn't seem that dissimilar to muggo's TBH.

3, become disheartened when it plateaus and console myself with beer, crisps and chocolate
3, put it all back on again, plus a bit extra
4, back to stage 1

Less calories, healthier food, less booze seems to be working okay for me. A bit more riding next.

Some impressive losses posted already.

Sadly, it was a work colleagues celebration day yesterday and a lot of good work was undone. I hope. This morning showed a 2lb loss from 184 to 182.

To be honest, my stomach hasn't been great today and I reckon there's at least another pound gone today already.

Not done anything apart from getting back to regular riding levels and being more aware of treats, snacks and portion sizes. Don't feel I've been on a diet, just been sensible.

People who don't know not to reply all shouldn't be allowed to use email - you know who you are!!

We ALL know who you are 😀 😀

from 256 to 251 lbs

cycled about 50-60 miles on 2 rides
cut down lunches from a big cob and crisps to pitta breads with slice of meat and salad filling

no sweets, no puds, less cider

5lbs off I'm happy with

and Im prob being stupid, but wheres this spreadsheet wotsit? link ?

Link was in original email. Not sure TOJV wanted it posted on the web for google/all to see.

correct - even though it's read only and contains no personal details like real names and emails (other than how FAT! you are 😉 ) I've kept the link between the members only.

I'll dig out your address cozz and email it to you directly in case you didn't get the initial mass email (you wouldn't be the only one)

@perchypanther - got your email but it's a bit confusing in that with your new scales, and you revised targets as a result of your scale based weight gain, you somehow managed to propose a new target for end jan that's higher than you have already reached.

There are no prizes, so it can't be in the hope of winning one. Maybe you're planning a massive Greggs fest? Can you just have a look and reconfirm.

Jon - should be

Original Starting weight - 201
Original end jan target - 197
Targeted 4lb loss

revised Starting weight - 210
Revised end jan target - 206
Targeted 4 lb loss

Actual end Jan weight - 204lb - actual 6 lb loss

@perchypanther: Good on you for joining. Seeing your numbers, above, I see that I was exactly where you are now just about two years ago. Between regulating my diet and cycling, I got down to about 172 at my lowest.

The reason I am back in the chub club is that I was starting to creep back up again.

In any case, I just want to encourage you to stick with it, as it is both possible, and very worthwhile. 8)

revised Starting weight - 210
Revised end jan target - 206
Targeted 4 lb loss

Actual end Jan weight - 204lb - actual 6 lb loss

still makes no sense though. You've revised your end jan target to 206, but today, with another 2 weeks until the end of Jan, you're already at 204.

You are aware it's only Jan 13th? You've got to stick this shittiest of months out for another 2 weeks yet?

@saxonrider - Thanks 🙂

To be honest, I just want to be able to tie my own shoelaces without having to hold my breath.

You are aware it's only Jan 13th?

Is it? 😳

Seems much longer since Christmas........ What a stupid I am!

Stick with 197 as an end January target in that case.

OK - gives you a stretch of 7lbs in 2 weeks but we're all behind you 😉

Aim for the stars....

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Well, I'm putting this down to the different scales at home and at work, but I appear to now weigh 94kg/14st 11lb/207lb. An 11lb loss, which is nice.

I'd be checking all my limbs were still attached.

257.4lb down to 248.6lb. That's my first month target smashed already, I'm off out tonight to eat some celebratory Greek food.

^^ congrats, some good numbers above too

177 to 175 which was end-Jan target, went up to 179 at one point 😳 will try and keep going past original target

Cut out the easy stuff, in last 2 weeks 2 small beers vs typical 2-3 bottles of wine, attention to portion control, more to do there esp rice/pasta. Walking more, 3 30min physio sessions so a bit more excersize. Much more to do there. Flab vs muscle quite bothersome

Down 5 lbs. First week was great... No booze and 120 miles on the bike. This week down to 62 miles so far as weather has been rubbish.

Not really altered food intake at all yet. Yesterday bit of a bad day... Couple beers and bottle of red over the afternoon for a leaving do. Followed by 2 huge bacon sandwiches (yum) and bowl of whetabix (don't ask I had booze munchies).

Definately felt bloated this morning 🙁

Any ideas if alcohol makes you retain water and if so why? I thought it dehydrates you. Will try a weigh in in the morning out of interest just to see if there is any significant drop from today.

I'm down to 16st 7lbs (from 17st) which is great apart from the fact I lost that in a week and then only just about managed to not it put it back on this week...

It was my birthday though so that's my excuse 😳

Ridden to work a few times this week and might have a someone to commute with as of next week who is a real inspiration to stop being so pathetic and ride my bike more! (He only has use of one arm and is still a far better rider than me...)

@don alcohol generally packed with calories esp beer ( 🙁 ) water retention ? Don't think so other than encouraging you to drink more after a hangover.

Alcohols a diuretic, hence why you have a raging thirst the next day despite drinking pints the night before.

It's also fattening and inhibits muscle repair so a post ride couple of pints could actually leave you tubbier and with less muscle than if you'd just sat in front of the TV.

@ jamb ta. Yeah I know I probably consumed 1000 empty calories yesterday (600 ish for the bottle red and another 400 for the two pints). Plus another 1000 for my double bacon and cheese sandwiches ontop of normal food.

Just woke up this morning feeling really puffy round neck and face. Guess that's the booze for you (and carb loading late in the day).

Always piss like a racehorse day after heavy session so was just wondering if any science behind the bloating feeling......or just a case of overindulgence.

Tinas - just seen post. Makes sense. Ta

Feeling quite smug this morning. Didn't drink during the day yesterday so managing an hour at sweet spot on the turbo last night. Admittedly I did follow it with 2 pints but I'm happy with that.
Then got up this morning, rode 5 miles to my local Parkrun where I ran a PB for 5k and my pace averages were high too. Then rode home in the pouring rain feeling very pleased.
Bacon sarny soon and then beers later. May even sneak another turbo session in.

Lost 4lbs - down from 203 to 199.

A group have us have thrown a tenner into a pot and we each have to do 1 activity every day (1 mile run / 2 mile walk / 5 mile ride). Fail to do an activity and your out. Last man standing is the winner and takes the pot.

Its been a really good incentive to be active on days when looking out of the window there was little likelihood of peeling back the duvet!

'Diet' has consisted of cutting out most snacks and relatively little alcohol but nothing special in terms of food or portion sizes.

Good luck everyone!

I like that idea!

Regarding my post up there a bit ^ so I did weigh myself this morning 24 hrs after last weigh in. Same time... Pre poo. 3 lbs lighter* than 24hrs previous. Interesting as I know bodyweight fluctuates but did not expect 3 lbs.

* weight measured on digital and mechanical scales. Readings identical.

This is the first time in 36 years I have actually paid any attention to the scales as generally I try to diet a bit when my jeans / trousers start to feel snug.

From 188 to 187 lbs in 2 weeks 🙄

Mind you, I haven't been trying. Had a Chomp for breakfast the other day 😀

This is the wake-up call to stop messing about and do it properly.

Can we get a link to the spreadsheet? I'd like to see how everyone else is doing. I don't think privacy is too much of an issue. We're all just usernames anyway.

PS JonV thanks very much for running this and doing the work.

I'm in KFC with the Binnerettes. I'm being good. It's like torture. Being in here and not having a Zinger just seems profoundly wrong! 😥

I feel like todays antics are going give my weight loss a boost!

Starved MTB ride this morning, got home, not food in. Bugger.

So set off to my parents for dinner as we agreed a few days ago. Not in, forgot. Bugger.

Stopped by a mates garage for a chat. Spent 4 hours stripping a motorbike down while chatting and drinking tea. Still no food. Bugger.

Just got in and have some chips and chicken burger in the oven, to be eaten with thin granary bread (cut round to be burger shaped), lettuce and extra light mayo. I can't describe how much I'm looking forward to this food!

Greno .. I am going to take the p.ss here .... whats the point of light mayo with chips and chicken burger 😉

Binners do zinger's come in a bucket ... all the best stuff comes by the bucket

Was in a café with the kids this afternoon and resisted the cake selection while the kids tucked in. Part of me is 😀 Another part of me is 😥

@doncorleoni; do you want me to leave your emailed number and count these 3 towards next one, or adjust this one?

hebden; link was emailed out en masse a couple of weeks ago but it seems not everyone got it; will send you an email shortly

You're not wrong Jammers! I remember watching in awe at the KFC in Salford Precinct as two of the larger proportioned local ladies walked in, ordered a family bucket each, and proceeded to chomp their way through the lot 😯

But this is what I managed to resist the urge for today. Quite modest by comparison...

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Greno - apologies if that came out the wrong way, was meant to be a light hearted tease. Not the thread for that

Hebden check junkmail folder, my cooy was there for some reason

Anybody else having a "night off" and tucking into some lovely takeaway and beer?