MattF 4,805 #1 Posted December 28, 2017 Further to OG and GS Barba's posts regarding weight loss and helping each other out, I'm starting this thread in the hopes that those of us that need or could stand to lose a bit of weight will chime in. I really want to get down to 180lbs. I've been struggling with my weight for years and my lowest (about 6 months ago) was 199.2lbs. I've crept back up to 207lbs and am not really happy about it....but that's the holiday season. So, I'm thinking that those of you who want to participate can just post here, maybe what you're doing, eating etc or just a weekly/fortnightly weigh in. So that's it in a nutshell, chime in or I'll talk to myself. 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poprocksncoke 1,206 #2 Posted December 28, 2017 Started a low carb diet a couple months ago, lost almost 20 lbs. Between Thanksgiving and Christmas gained 10 of those back, gonna start again after New Years 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ole gray 14,176 #3 Posted December 28, 2017 Awesome! Let's start the New Year off right. Any good recipes, eating tips, exercises, etc. can be added to the thread. Good luck folks! January 1st is official start Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GolfSpy Barbajo 8,183 #4 Posted December 28, 2017 Alrighty! These quests always work better when there's a group and there's a little friendly competition involved. I know I don't want to be the guy who actually gains weight during this challenge... I like it - first official weigh-in January 1, but let's agree not to post shirtless pictures. None of us wants to see that.... 14 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tommc23 5,713 #5 Posted December 28, 2017 Alrighty! These quests always work better when there's a group and there's a little friendly competition involved. I know I don't want to be the guy who actually gains weight during this challenge... I like it - first official weigh-in January 1, but let's agree not to post shirtless pictures. None of us wants to see that.... I may be 306 but my shoulders are the size of some people's heads so you sure you don't want shirtless pictures lol. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk 5 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GolfSpy Barbajo 8,183 #6 Posted December 28, 2017 I may be 306 but my shoulders are the size of some people's heads so you sure you don't want shirtless pictures lol. Sent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk Amen to that -- my icon isn't Chewbacca 'cause I like Star Wars, brother! 5 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
don2 50 #7 Posted December 28, 2017 I have used a low carb diet and had success. It works for me. Plus I feel full (instead of like I'm starving myself). Have been able to drop 20+ lbs. on a few different occasions. I never had to worry with this stuff until my metabolism waned during late 40's. Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy 7 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rickp 8,811 #8 Posted December 28, 2017 Alrighty! These quests always work better when there's a group and there's a little friendly competition involved. I know I don't want to be the guy who actually gains weight during this challenge... I like it - first official weigh-in January 1, but let's agree not to post shirtless pictures. None of us wants to see that.... Definitely agree!! Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GolfSpy Dave 1,411 #9 Posted December 28, 2017 I'm in. I'll avoid shirtless posts, but I assume bottomless are still ok. 14 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canucklehead 1,627 #10 Posted December 28, 2017 Personally haven't tried it, but putting either (or both) apple cider vinegar and lemon juice in your water is supposed to be a good way to help you lose weight. Controls insulin levels (fat storage hormone and blood sugar drop), helps with digestion, and boosts metabolism Sent from my E6853 using Tapatalk 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattF 4,805 #11 Posted December 28, 2017 I'm in. I'll avoid shirtless posts, but I assume bottomless are still ok. Absolutely Dave, you first! 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PlaidJacket 6,414 #12 Posted December 28, 2017 My only suggestion is one that works for everyone every time. It's not in a book, seen on TV, or the web. Doesn't require any special shopping or meal plan subscriptions. You can eat any food you like. It's called.... Eat Less. You like steak? Me too... eat less. How about hamburgers and fries? eat less. Ice cream? donuts, cookies, pie.. eat less Mashed potatoes and gravy? Mmmmm.... eat less. Fried Chicken? eat less Full combination plate at Jose's? eat less I think you get the idea. We all eat too damn much and I'm no different. After about the first week or maybe two you'll see the pounds fall right off. Take the challenge and eat less. This also means to cut out a bunch of beer and liquor. Drink less. Eat less. Live longer! Oh, you'll also gain 20 extra yards off the tee and make more putt$. 15 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ole gray 14,176 #13 Posted December 28, 2017 Personally haven't tried it, but putting either (or both) apple cider vinegar and lemon juice in your water is supposed to be a good way to help you lose weight. Controls insulin levels (fat storage hormone and blood sugar drop), helps with digestion, and boosts metabolism Sent from my E6853 using Tapatalk I drink a small glass of apple cider vinegar every morning. I mixed mine with honey and water. It gives me a good shot of energy and has really helped my digestive system. 8 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr_Theoo 2,907 #14 Posted December 28, 2017 So should this go from Jan 1st to say around April-may? That's when the north should thaw out I'm guessing 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poprocksncoke 1,206 #15 Posted December 28, 2017 Tried a juicing diet before the low carb, lost a little but hated it!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Apes44 721 #16 Posted December 28, 2017 Trying to drop about 20lbs for the wedding in May. Need all the help I can get Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy 2 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
txgolfjunkie 1,112 #17 Posted December 28, 2017 My only suggestion is one that works for everyone every time. It's not in a book, seen on TV, or the web. Doesn't require any special shopping or meal plan subscriptions. You can eat any food you like. It's called.... Eat Less. You like steak? Me too... eat less. How about hamburgers and fries? eat less. Ice cream? donuts, cookies, pie.. eat less Mashed potatoes and gravy? Mmmmm.... eat less. Fried Chicken? eat less Full combination plate at Jose's? eat less I think you get the idea. We all eat too damn much and I'm no different. After about the first week or maybe two you'll see the pounds fall right off. Take the challenge and eat less. This also means to cut out a bunch of beer and liquor. Drink less. Eat less. Live longer! Oh, you'll also gain 20 extra yards off the tee and make more putt$. There's a lot of simplistic truth to this. Being married to a practicing registered dietitian has taught me one thing in weight management: know your portions. Portions are not the same as serving sizes! A portion of meat is 3oz, not a 12oz steak at a restaurant. Also, don't go through life restricting yourself from particular foods, just know how and when to consume them. Want to eat pizza? Great! Go ahead! But eat a big salad (go easy on the salad dressing) or a lot of vegetables BEFORE you start eating pizza. Want to eat some ice cream? Go with 1/2 cup of ice cream, not 2 scoops. Want to drink a beer? Sure! Just limit it to a couple here and there. Filling up on healthy foods before divulging into unhealthy foods restrict your intake. Low Carb, South Beach, Paleo, and yes, even Keto all work towards one goal: caloric deficiency. You either skimp on calories in carbs, fat, etc. There's no magic diet that provides long term results. They are all about immediate results but over time, nothing beats a balanced diet. What's a balanced diet? It's easy math. 1/2 your plate fruits and veggies, 1/4 plate whole grains (pasta, etc), 1/4 protein. Also, use a smaller plate. You'd be surprised how easy it is to eat proper portions when your plate is only 8" instead of 10" or 12". God gave us kidneys and livers to keep our bodies in check. Drinking apple cider vinegar, juice 'cleanses', alkaline water, etc is a waste of money. None of those have any scientific proof of being beneficial. Drink plenty of water, eat real food (in proper portion control), get plenty of sleep and stop going through life avoiding certain foods. Fun fact, the couple that started the Whole 30 diet didn't have a shred of nutrition education. So be careful what you follow and what you find on Google. 10 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
excourse 687 #18 Posted December 28, 2017 Awesome! Let's start the New Year off right. Any good recipes, eating tips, exercises, etc. can be added to the thread. Good luck folks! January 1st is official start Sent from my iPhone using MyGolfSpy The only eating tip I have to offer is "chew more, swallow less".If I were able to practice that regularly, I'd lose those last 10 pounds! Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk 4 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tony@CIC 8,847 #19 Posted December 28, 2017 I'm in. I'll avoid shirtless posts, but I assume bottomless are still ok. Sent from my iPad using MyGolfSpy 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ole gray 14,176 #20 Posted December 28, 2017 The only eating tip I have to offer is "chew more, swallow less". If I were able to practice that regularly, I'd lose those last 10 pounds! Sent from my SM-N950U using Tapatalk Makes sense about the swallow less. This is going to be a fun kick off for 2018 and hopefully we will have a bunch of healthy spies playing better golf. At the least having more fun doing it. 3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
