I started getting into shape in october..Wonder if its working?

[Guava Jelly]

237 pounds in september 2005..as of april 5th 2006...185-187.
Am i on the right track?? (sarcasm)

[progmom]

1. congrats!!

does it feel really good?

[Guava Jelly]

7. I still have a ways to go

It feels a lot better I can do more and i should live longer.
I just want people to know that it can be done and if "I" a gen x slacker can change my life and loose close to 50 lbs in 6-7 months anyone who wants it bad enough and believes in themselves can also do it.
I want to inspire others and let them know that they control thier lives .. and to not let thier lives control them

[bigwillq]

2. Good for you!

That's awesome. :toast: :hi:

[bertha katzenengel]

3. Well done!

How I long for the day when I can post a similar photo! You inspire me, Goppsux!

[Guava Jelly]

10. The only person thats stopping you is you

It isn't easy but good things never are.
And I think you are worth it..
and i am sure in your heart of hearts you know you are also worth it

[bertha katzenengel]

13. Four good points. Four resounding YEPS.

Four-topping pizza on its way. ;)

[Ariana Celeste]

4. That's awesome!

Right the hell on man! Keep it up, stay healthy, hope you're feeling great!! :toast: :hug:

[johnnie]

5. Whoa.. very cool

Congrats.

What have you been doing? Or not doing?

[hholli11]

6. what did you do?

how did you do it?

[Guava Jelly]

8. i could lie and say i took pill x

But what i did was get off my @$$ and want it bad enough.
also I ate right and exercised at least 5 times a week.
It isn't easy but normally good things never are.
also remember potatoes aren't your friend..niether is fast food

[RedG1]

9. For all of those exercise/workout folks...

Q: I've heard that cardiovascular exercise can prolong life; is this true?
A: Your heart is only good for so many beats, and that's it... don't waste them on exercise. Everything wears out eventually. Speeding up your heart will not make you live longer; that's like saying you can extend the life of your car by driving it faster. Want to live longer? Take a nap.

Q: Should I cut down on meat and eat more fruits and vegetables?
A: You must grasp logistical efficiencies. What does a cow eat? Hay and corn. And what are these? Vegetables. So a steak is nothing more than an efficient mechanism of delivering vegetables to your system. Need grain? Eat chicken. Beef is also a good source of field grass (green leafy vegetable). And a pork chop can give you 100% of your recommended daily allowance of vegetable products.

Q: Should I reduce my alcohol intake?
A: No, not at all. Wine is made from fruit. Brandy is distilled wine, that means they take the water out of the fruity bit so you get even more of the goodness that way. Beer is also made out of grain. Bottoms up!

Q: How can I calculate my body/fat ratio?
A: Well, if you have a body and you have fat, your ratio is one to one. If you have two bodies, your ratio is two to one, etc.

Q: What are some of the advantages of participating in a regular exercise program?
A: Can't think of a single one, sorry. My philosophy is: No Pain...Good !

Q: Aren't fried foods bad for you?
A: YOU'RE NOT LISTENING!!! ... Foods are fried these days in vegetable oil. In fact, they're permeated in it. How could getting more vegetables be bad for you?

Q: Will sit-ups help prevent me from getting a little soft around the middle?
A: Definitely not! When you exercise a muscle, it gets bigger. You should only be doing sit-ups if you want a bigger stomach.

Q: Is chocolate bad for me?
A: Are you crazy? HELLOOO Cocoa beans! Another vegetable!!! It's the best feel-good food around!

Q: Is swimming good for your figure?
A: If swimming is good for your figure, explain whales to me.

Q: Is getting in-shape important for my lifestyle?
A: Hey! 'Round' is a shape!

Well, I hope this has cleared up any misconceptions you may have had about food and diets.And remember: "Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways - Chardonnay in one hand - chocolate in the other - body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WAHOO, What a Ride"

[Guava Jelly]

16. In a perfect world

your list would rule.
And as i who use the round is a shape and eggplant is a shape for at least 15 to 20 years.
Let me just say that quality of your time here is important.
I am not a health nazi by any means I drink wine every day.
Smoke pot a few times a week and work 2 jobs.
All I can say is that when i am in my senior years Hopefully i can change my own depends...
good luck to the round is a shape guy.
btw..I have a great sense of humor and i did enjoy your post.

[RetroLounge]

11. Congrats!

As of July I was about 1/2 a pound shy of 200lbs.

Today I am at 160. Dropped 4 waist sizes in my jeans, feel better, look better, my clothes actually fit me.

Of course I do not recommend my diet plan to anyone...

RL

[LynzM]

15. The super-stress, no-eating diet plan?

BTDT, though not as bad as you... many hugs, RL :hug:

[RetroLounge]

19. Yup, that's the one.

No eat, no sleep, no problem...

:D

RL

[LynzM]

22. LOL, yup, that one.

Fun, in'nit? Oy. :hug: I wish I could take the pain away for you, dude.

[RetroLounge]

23. Oh, it's gotten much better

at least in the daytime.

The nights are sometimes still pretty long and sleepless.

RL

[LynzM]

24. Well, I'm glad the days are better....

And here are some extra hugs... save 'em for the bad nights, k? :hug: :hug: :hug: peace to you, dude~

[RetroLounge]

25. Thanks!

:hug:

RL

[CaliforniaPeggy]

17. .............

:hug:

[RetroLounge]

20. Thanks my dear friend...

:hug:

RL

[DemoTex]

12. Good show GoPsUx!

I have lost 20# in the last year, 6# of which came off in the move from the mountain house in the last three weeks. Thank goodness I didn't give away all of my 34 jeans. Even the 34s are loosy-goosy now. The 36s, which were tight last year, need suspenders now. I'm down from 164 to 144, much more appropriate for my small frame. That's a 12% loss of body weight. Not as impressive as your 21.9% reduction, but I can't afford to lose too much. Know what I mean?

[Guava Jelly]

18. sounds like you are kicken arse.

I think slower wieght loss is better for your body.
I have lost around 8 lbs per month and replaced alot of fat with muscles..
this summer I am sure I can take my shirt off at the pool and not worry about harpoons..
now I probably won't look playgirl mag quality but thats way ok after all i am gonna be 40

[LynzM]

14. Awesome, dude!!

That's a great accomplishment, congrats, and keep up the good work! :bounce:

[SeattleGirl]

21. Good on you, dude!

I'd say it was working! :thumbsup:

[MissMillie]

26. BRAVO!!!!

Great work!

Make sure you come and visit us in the Exercise and Fitness forum!

[Left Is Write]

27. Why, yes! I think it's working!

[beyurslf]

28. awesome job