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jeff..if your schedule allows, eat 5 meals a day...all relatively small ones...it will boost your metabolism, and then when you do have some cheat meals here and there, your body can combat it better
 
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SO far so good. But its only been 4days
I always try to  eat 5 a day.  Not always easy
 
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I fell off the wagon.  I now weigh 240
no more fucking around starting monday
 
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getting started is the hardest..once you get past that 2-3 day rough patch..its a lot easier. At least for me it is.
 
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Ok.  Finally got serious.  Been around 2 weeks.  I was 240 when I said enough.  I now tip the scales at 231.   Just been working out and eating small meals.  Got a long way to go but off to a good start.
 
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BOL
 
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Thanks steel
 
Down to 225
 
 
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Jeff-

        How's the shoulders?  I was in physical therapy for several months for my left shoulder with no real improvement, just a lot of time and money wasted.  Three weeks ago I started going to a chiropractor that nailed what the problem was right away...muscle fibrosis.  He's broken almost all of it up and my shoulder is nearing 100%.  I was skeptical about chiros going in but was willing to try anything to get healthy again and nothing else was working.  PM me if you want his or more info.
 
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Thanks Henry.
I am still feeling a little soarness.  But it is way better then before PT.  Certain things like Flys  for chest hurt my shoulders.  I'm gonna see how it holds up.  If the problem comes back maybee I'll go the same route you did.  Thanks for the info.  What did the therapist say was the problem with your shoulder?  My problem was scapular stabilizing muscle weekness. 
 
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That was the thing, the therapist had a different diagnosis every week.  When the treatment didn't work he would say, "Oh, well it must be this then."  We went on like that for several months.  The chiropractor figured it out on the first visit and it has improved dramatically.  His office is here in Texas, but he's from Chicago like you.  
 
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Well hopefully my shoulder holds up.  SO far so good Thanks man
 
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Hi Jeff,  in the past i have had my shoulder pop out twice while working out at the gym.  After the second time i decided it was best all together to stay away from heavy/power lifting.  I only workout three days a week -and like Shrimp- my workouts are a nonstop regimen.  I use light weights on pretty much everything and focus more on high reps and good form.  I do incorporate pushups and crunches into my daily routine six days a week.  I dont put as much emphasis into weights as i do cardovascular training and diet.  Im not sure what you are doing for cardio but i strongly recommend you put the time in.  I do my best to cut out white sugar, white flour, and white shortening from my diet.  I try to substitute water for all beverages (except my daily cup of coffee).  Cutting out the alcohol is the next big step for me i still like to get boozed up at least one night and one day on the weekends.  And like the thread suggests take in most of your carbs in the morning.  Two years ago i weighed 255 pounds and could only run one lap at the track.  Im now at 175 and running my first marathon this october.  I understand youve been back at it for a few weeks now, but just start out slow dont put yourself in a spot where you will get hurt.  Stay determined and consistent and the pounds will shed bol!
 
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Quote Originally Posted by ThaBootyBandit:

Hi Jeff,  in the past i have had my shoulder pop out twice while working out at the gym.  After the second time i decided it was best all together to stay away from heavy/power lifting.  I only workout three days a week -and like Shrimp- my workouts are a nonstop regimen.  I use light weights on pretty much everything and focus more on high reps and good form.  I do incorporate pushups and crunches into my daily routine six days a week.  I dont put as much emphasis into weights as i do cardovascular training and diet.  Im not sure what you are doing for cardio but i strongly recommend you put the time in.  I do my best to cut out white sugar, white flour, and white shortening from my diet.  I try to substitute water for all beverages (except my daily cup of coffee).  Cutting out the alcohol is the next big step for me i still like to get boozed up at least one night and one day on the weekends.  And like the thread suggests take in most of your carbs in the morning.  Two years ago i weighed 255 pounds and could only run one lap at the track.  Im now at 175 and running my first marathon this october.  I understand youve been back at it for a few weeks now, but just start out slow dont put yourself in a spot where you will get hurt.  Stay determined and consistent and the pounds will shed bol!
Good job losing all that weight.  I do cardio 15 mins 3 times a week. Boozing it up on the weekends is cutting into my progress a bit.  But I haven't been eating bad food after drinking which is key.  My shoulders are holding up good so far. 
 
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I now tip the scales at 220
About 20 pounds lost.  First goal accomplished. 
Next goal is to get under 200.
 
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I personally go heavy as hell on big compound lifts (deadlifts, squats, rows, bench, etc.) It tells my CNS that I still need this muscle. Also my personal experience is that I can recover faster from myofibril hypertrophy (heavy weight, few reps) than sarcoplasmic hypertrophy (lighter weight, more reps) on a calorie deficit.

Obviously, if it's working for you, keep it up, but don't get focused on numbers. I went from 285 to 185 by ONLY doing cardio and eating like a 13 year old asian girl... I've gotten smarter and now I'm 206 with about the same fat as at 185.
 
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Quote Originally Posted by JEFFMARKETCAP:

I now tip the scales at 220
About 20 pounds lost.  First goal accomplished. 
Next goal is to get under 200.

Nice job!

Just out of curiousity, what's your motivation? I myself have managed to go from 190 at the start of May to around the 170 mark running treadmill everyday for an hour. For me, it has nothing to do with health (pack a day smoker), and everything to with aesthetics (I just want to be able to take my shirt off without feeling self-conscious).

Keep up the good work!

 
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Quote Originally Posted by JEFFMARKETCAP:

I now tip the scales at 220
About 20 pounds lost.  First goal accomplished. 
Next goal is to get under 200.

 
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Thanks guys
Hugh,  I have several motivations.  I spend all day on my feet at work.  So I want to take off some pounds cause at the end of the day I am tired.  If I take off another 20 my energy level will be much higher.  Plus I'm a single 33 year old man.  Gotta stay in shape for the ladies
 
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Been almost a year and after going up and down from 225 to 240 I now tip the scales at 213. 

I want to get to 200 bad.  .  Tough when I booze it up on the weekend.  But I'm gonna do it.

 
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208  today

but I broke and had Chipotle today.  3 steak tacos with sour cream, cheese, and hot sauce with chips.    I couldn't resist.

 
 
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Bottom line to lose weight have to expend more than take in.
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