FabSwingers.com mobile

Join us FREE, we're FREE to use

Web's largest swingers site since 2006.

Already registered?
Login here

Back to forum list
Back to The Lounge

2015 get fit and healthy thread..

Jump to newest
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

So the new year is upon us and a few threads have been running about diet and exercise, going to the gym, muscles and such like.

So here is the official 2015 thread for posting your weight loss, goals, achievements, weight gains if your trying to bulk up, or anything else food/fitness related.

I'll start.. On September the 8th this year I weighed 12 stone 10.5 after a tough 6 months where I basically comfort ate. As of Monday this week I weighed 10 stone 7 & 3/4. Which is about a 30lb loss give or take. I do 3 exercise classes a week, body conditioning, pump and piloxing and go to the gym twice. I will be starting Insanity on Thursday. Yikes!,

My goal for the next few months is to plod on with the weight loss, not sure of an ideal weight but once I'm a comfy size ten I'll be happy. Also want to start lifting heavier so if you need me you'll find me at the squat rack or doing deadlifts at the gym...

Good luck to everyone with all their fitness goals this year..

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *icky-discoMan
over a year ago

oxford

I don't need to lose any weight but I'm going to get very toned again like when I used to do boxing training luckily I don't put to much weight on

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm the heaviest i've ever been, this year i am starting back at the gym.

I was a fitness freak 15yrs ago and was at my best condition ever, circumstances changed and it wasn't possible to go as much.

I'm 16 stone and classed as morbidly obese...... No one wants to be that and I'll be losing at least 4 stone. That's my goal.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My fitness goal: I have 11 months to reach the fitness and skills level I need to achieve my 3rd Dan Taekwondo black belt.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I'm the heaviest i've ever been, this year i am starting back at the gym.

I was a fitness freak 15yrs ago and was at my best condition ever, circumstances changed and it wasn't possible to go as much.

I'm 16 stone and classed as morbidly obese...... No one wants to be that and I'll be losing at least 4 stone. That's my goal."

Good luck!! 4 stone in a year is only a pound a week! You can do it x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ady LickWoman
over a year ago

Northampton Somewhere


"So the new year is upon us and a few threads have been running about diet and exercise, going to the gym, muscles and such like.

So here is the official 2015 thread for posting your weight loss, goals, achievements, weight gains if your trying to bulk up, or anything else food/fitness related.

I'll start.. On September the 8th this year I weighed 12 stone 10.5 after a tough 6 months where I basically comfort ate. As of Monday this week I weighed 10 stone 7 & 3/4. Which is about a 30lb loss give or take. I do 3 exercise classes a week, body conditioning, pump and piloxing and go to the gym twice. I will be starting Insanity on Thursday. Yikes!,

My goal for the next few months is to plod on with the weight loss, not sure of an ideal weight but once I'm a comfy size ten I'll be happy. Also want to start lifting heavier so if you need me you'll find me at the squat rack or doing deadlifts at the gym...

Good luck to everyone with all their fitness goals this year.. "

Wow....well done You're looking great I must say.

This year I'm going to carry on going to Zumba classes. In January as my instructor is doing 4 classes a week for £30 that's what I'm doing plus I'm aiming to get back into running. Before Christmas I was 8st 12lb which I'm really pleased with as at my heaviest I was over 10.

Good luck everyone and stay positive

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *rightonsteveMan
over a year ago

Brighton - even Hove!

Ok, I'm 6ft 2pm tall and weigh 12.5stone. I'm average build. I don't eat meat. I would like to have my muscles a little harder and possibly slightly more toned. How much protein powder should I drink and how often and what easy at home exercises could I do? I have arm weights. I'm actually a lazy bastard who just wants to look good on the beach.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

No idea how heavy I am at the moment, but not feeling too light.

Hope to lose quite a bit of weight this year.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *igeiaWoman
over a year ago

Bristol

I'm 4 and a bit stone down from last new year and have about a stone and a half to go. I am going to treat myself to some new lingerie when I get there. Much more walking, since I enjoy it. Just need to get up early enough, which I don't enjoy.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I am already fit but my goal is to gain more muscle, 5kgs this year, ok can stretch it to 7kg

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

I've been setting myself little targets, I want to lose 1 stone 3lb by my birthday which is the 5 the of march. Then that will mean I will have another 2 1/2 stone to lose which I want to do by September which will bring my total loss to 11 1/2stone in less than two years. I want to be a comfortable size 14

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would like to lose about 4 stone. More important than the number though is feeling a lot fitter and healthier, and getting rid of the lower back pain that's started to creep in which I'm sure is my body protesting at carrying too much weight around.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ikeC81Man
over a year ago

harrow

I am 96 kg which is 10 kg heavier that I want or should be......

I started at the gym 3 months ago but 96kg was my latest weigh in.....

My goal is to do a 5km run a week, and 12k on the bike, with about 6km on rowing machine

I have some time goals as well.....a mile under 8 mins, 5km under 27 mins, 6km on bike in 15 mins,

I go to the gym 3times a week before work

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

Oh and fuck me am I going on a spending spree when I get to my target already got over £1000 in my weight loss tin

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe

[Removed by poster at 01/01/15 19:13:59]

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ap AdgeMan
over a year ago

Wirral

Need to.lose 10 lbs off on.another nudist holiday this summer so need to.look.good in.the buff no cakes no bread from.this week

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

i am going to keep on running. Have my eye on 3 10k's this year on top of weekly club runs and parkruns etc

My friend and i are joining the gym at work tomorrow in the hope that we will push each other to go and we will go more because we dont have to travel far for it after work!

i know my issue is food, i have many issues with food both mental and physiological (suspected lactose intolerance, insulin resitance, diabetes, and i think i am a salad dodger thats actually allergic or intolerant to salad ) so i need to do a lot of work on my diet working out what i can tolerate and what affects my blood glucose least as well as what wont cause the digestive...errrmmmmmm.....distress () i can experience on a daily basis which i believe stalls my weight loss.

i need some new scales as mine broke before Christmas although that is probably a good thing as i was weighing myself everyday which is not good.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Oh and fuck me am I going on a spending spree when I get to my target already got over £1000 in my weight loss tin "

wow thats fab!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Already go to the gym and Luke already does running and gym, don't have any fitness goals for this year, just going to carry on with what we already do.

Good luck to those that have set goals and we hope you achieve them

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Ok, I'm 6ft 2pm tall and weigh 12.5stone. I'm average build. I don't eat meat. I would like to have my muscles a little harder and possibly slightly more toned. How much protein powder should I drink and how often and what easy at home exercises could I do? I have arm weights. I'm actually a lazy bastard who just wants to look good on the beach. "

I feel inferior now I am only 5ft 9 o'clock.

Soz, I have time to kill.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"Ok, I'm 6ft 2pm tall and weigh 12.5stone. I'm average build. I don't eat meat. I would like to have my muscles a little harder and possibly slightly more toned. How much protein powder should I drink and how often and what easy at home exercises could I do? I have arm weights. I'm actually a lazy bastard who just wants to look good on the beach. "

I wouldn't bother with shakes, just have more protein in your diet. Although you'll only build muscle if you work hard too...

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *onbons_xxMan
over a year ago

Bolton

Some amazing stories of losing weight and keeping it off!

Well done all

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *oxy_minxWoman
over a year ago

Scotland - Aberdeen

Not looking to lose weight as I weigh roughly 7.10 however, I would like to tone up my stomach area, so any easy hints and tips would be good.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Not looking to lose weight as I weigh roughly 7.10 however, I would like to tone up my stomach area, so any easy hints and tips would be good."

Only way to tone is to make muscle grow. That's what toning is. Filling the space with hard muscle. So try and find some exercises that concentrate on lower abs x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Since August through cutting carbs down and upping my exercise, I have now lost 30 lbs. I would like to lose the same again. I'm hoping to do that over the next 4-6 months at the most if I can. Seeing how others are doing always inspires me and keeps me going. Well done everyone and good luck to all those just starting on a new keep fit campaign.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Ok, I'm 6ft 2pm tall and weigh 12.5stone. I'm average build. I don't eat meat. I would like to have my muscles a little harder and possibly slightly more toned. How much protein powder should I drink and how often and what easy at home exercises could I do? I have arm weights. I'm actually a lazy bastard who just wants to look good on the beach. "

Do you eat fish? And eggs? X

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Can't reply to everyone individually but to those who have lost weight or achieved massively impressive fitness goals already - keep up the good work!

And again a big good luck to those starting this year!! Keep us up to date with your progress

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

I want to loose a couple of stone for the summer

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me."

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!"
I've got a before one on here of me if anyone is interested in seeing it pm me but it is pretty bad

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't weigh muself but having lost weight this year, I guess there is about an inch to go.

I have targets this year. Brighton marathon sub 4 hour, a tough but not un-achievable aim. A half PB of sub 1.49 ideally as part of the training but if not certainly before the year is out would also be nice

And in September there is a group of us (currently 3, potentially 6 or 7) running the Farnham Pilgrim marathon - a hilly trail marathon. That;s going to be about surviving not a fast time!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm a keen mountain biker and am aiming for a three stone weight loss by June as doing the C2C in one day and need to fly up those hills.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I'm a keen mountain biker and am aiming for a three stone weight loss by June as doing the C2C in one day and need to fly up those hills. "

What's C2C ? X

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!"

Some people want to better than they ever have, some want to look as good as they once did. Both are worthwhile pursuits x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!

Some people want to better than they ever have, some want to look as good as they once did. Both are worthwhile pursuits x"

I was a size ten before I had my son. He's nearly 4. Enough messing about now losing a stone putting it back on. Had enough. I mean business this time!!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!

Some people want to better than they ever have, some want to look as good as they once did. Both are worthwhile pursuits x

I was a size ten before I had my son. He's nearly 4. Enough messing about now losing a stone putting it back on. Had enough. I mean business this time!!!"

Grrr fight the fat!

What's your record calories burned in an hour?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm a keen mountain biker and am aiming for a three stone weight loss by June as doing the C2C in one day and need to fly up those hills.

What's C2C ? X"

Cycling coast to coast

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iss_tressWoman
over a year ago

London

Joined the gym last year after being diagnosed diabetic. Lost 20kg and diabetes reversed, but I've fallen back into bad habits and Ben has been dropping hints so back to routine today.

Hope to lose seven stones by end of year.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!

Some people want to better than they ever have, some want to look as good as they once did. Both are worthwhile pursuits x

I was a size ten before I had my son. He's nearly 4. Enough messing about now losing a stone putting it back on. Had enough. I mean business this time!!!

Grrr fight the fat!

What's your record calories burned in an hour?"

Not sure about in an hour but in 1.5 hours I did 1127 according to the polar watch x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well here goes.......

I said when I ran my last half marathon that I would do it again before I was 50........since I ran my last I have put on two stone, been ill, had a major operation, nursed and lost my father, done the job of three in work for six months and most importantly bought myself a brand new pair of running shoes......after all I'm 50 in 2016 so this year is it folks Cardiff half here I come

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I am 16st 7lbs at 5ft 10inches.

I am 18% body fat, My goal is to hit 15st but get to 12% body fat.

I would recommend if you have the facility to measure body fat that you do it this way. It's a pain to get properly assessed but the best indicator. Most decent gyms have someone who will do it for a fee, even if you don;t belong to it. You may be able to convince your doctor too.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I weighed just under 12 stone when I took this avatar pic, and put on 2 last year. I've been dieting and training hard this past couple of weeks and am slightly over 13 stone now, and am determined to get back to where I was. I keep this avatar up to motivate me.

I've got a 'before' pic on my phone to motivate me! Eeeeewwww!!!

Some people want to better than they ever have, some want to look as good as they once did. Both are worthwhile pursuits x

I was a size ten before I had my son. He's nearly 4. Enough messing about now losing a stone putting it back on. Had enough. I mean business this time!!!

Grrr fight the fat!

What's your record calories burned in an hour?

Not sure about in an hour but in 1.5 hours I did 1127 according to the polar watch x "

Well done, nearly a 3rd of a lb of fat, or a 3rd of an average sized tub of margarine

I'm trying to burn 1000 in an hour, but I'm around 800+ for now. I managed 500 in 30 minutes a few days ago, but I was dripping by the end so couldn't have maintained that level of effort for the full 60 x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm a keen mountain biker and am aiming for a three stone weight loss by June as doing the C2C in one day and need to fly up those hills.

What's C2C ? X"
Its the coast to coast starting in Whitehaven in Cumbria to Whitley Bay in Tyneside. Its about 140 miles with 80 of those miles being up hill.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

I won't have scales in my house though so I'll go by clothes

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire


"I won't have scales in my house though so I'll go by clothes "
I just weigh myself on tescos its nice to watch the lbs fall off

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon


"I won't have scales in my house though so I'll go by clothes I just weigh myself on tescos its nice to watch the lbs fall off

"

I'll become to obsessed and old habits will creep to the surface so I'll just go by clothes etc

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

87 kg here...... Want to lose 2 kg , 3 ..1 hr spin classes a week and alternate between lifting weights and core and one day of a week can't shift it any help wud be appreciated...

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"87 kg here...... Want to lose 2 kg , 3 ..1 hr spin classes a week and alternate between lifting weights and core and one day of a week can't shift it any help wud be appreciated... "

I can only assume that you're eating too much of the wrong stuff? That's a lot of cardio to be doing and losing nothing x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"87 kg here...... Want to lose 2 kg , 3 ..1 hr spin classes a week and alternate between lifting weights and core and one day of a week can't shift it any help wud be appreciated... "

Cut down the high intensity CARDIO such as spin. Your body will adapt to such a regular beasting and hold onto the calories, its a survival mechanism the body has. Do more weights, increased muscle mass will burn calories more efficiently

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *B9 QueenWoman
over a year ago

Over the rainbow, under the bridge

I just need to strengthen my knees as my arthritis is getting bad. Once they are strong enough I can go back to zumba. I'm aiming to do it in 3 months as that's how long the physiotherapist reckons.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Have started lifting more weight now but love spin and bike ... Will sit on exercise bike for 30 mins every other day and maintain 25 km at level 23 it's a hell of a push but love the feel of sweat running out of me ....

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Have started lifting more weight now but love spin and bike ... Will sit on exercise bike for 30 mins every other day and maintain 25 km at level 23 it's a hell of a push but love the feel of sweat running out of me .... "

Unfortunately sweat doesn't mean your burning cals or getting a good workout.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *penminded732Man
over a year ago

inverness

Happy to give any guidance/advice required.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *opping_candyWoman
over a year ago

West Yorkshire

I'm not setting any goals or keeping track of numbers. It makes me neurotic. Made myself really ill mentally in the past by doing that.

Obviously I need to lose weight and a fair bit of it. But I'll settle for a healthier lifestyle and hopefully as a byproduct of that I'll feel my clothes become looser etc which I find a much more satisfying method of distinguishing progress than looking at numbers.

Together me and my kids are making changes to our diet, upping our veg and fruit intake and being more active. Also when they are at school I'll go for long walks and get back into going swimming a couple of times a week.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Have started lifting more weight now but love spin and bike ... Will sit on exercise bike for 30 mins every other day and maintain 25 km at level 23 it's a hell of a push but love the feel of sweat running out of me .... "

Personally I would stick to the exercise bike for now. The lower intensity will burn fat more efficiently than spinning, which will lose you muscle mass at the rate you propose. It's great for getting fit and I use it the summer months for that.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I swear I've put about half a stone on over Christmas. More swimming and tummy toning needed

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ust a TeaseMan
over a year ago

Earth

Im not worried about my weight. Just the fat %. My aim is to lose another 4 % in 12 weeks. Ive already a lot of it. At my i have 2 stone of fat sitting round the belly . HIIT starts monday.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *B9 QueenWoman
over a year ago

Over the rainbow, under the bridge

Lots of people seem to have a fair bit of time to get to the gym, or whatever. As I work 60+ hours a week I just don't have time.

Whenever I'm not working it's family time so an exercise bike and physio exercises will have to do me for now.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm looking to lose around about 3 stone this year, I will be getting my bike out tomorrow, and running and riding myself thin and fit

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm the heaviest i've ever been, this year i am starting back at the gym.

I was a fitness freak 15yrs ago and was at my best condition ever, circumstances changed and it wasn't possible to go as much.

I'm 16 stone and classed as morbidly obese...... No one wants to be that and I'll be losing at least 4 stone. That's my goal.

Good luck!! 4 stone in a year is only a pound a week! You can do it x "

Thanks, I hope I can do it under the year

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

[Removed by poster at 01/01/15 22:02:37]

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm going to stop eating cake

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm going to stop eating cake"

I have no plans to cut junk out of my diet even once I do succeed in losing the weight, another reason why I'm trying to accustom myself to cardio.

I used to write it off, thinking that it was just a way to burn excess calories that you shouldn't have eaten in the first place, but I'm starting to believe in the benefits of a strong heart and lungs, probably because I'm getting older.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think exercise is definitely the key along with sensible eating but I'd never be able to fit in 3+ classes per week along with the gym whilst working full time with kids.

Maybe I have really bad time management skills, how do other people manage to fit it all in?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"I think exercise is definitely the key along with sensible eating but I'd never be able to fit in 3+ classes per week along with the gym whilst working full time with kids.

Maybe I have really bad time management skills, how do other people manage to fit it all in?

"

I follow a couple of inspirational women on facebook that have lost loads of weight.

One of them posts about her exercise regime and it astounds me. She has up to 7 PT sessions a week. That's a lot on top of work and family time etc. It's also, I would imagine, a lot of money as personal trainers aren't cheap. I keep hoping someone I know will do a course and need a case study or something lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Between us we have lost 15 stone, I've put some back on because I'm greedy and lazy, but it's simple really eat healthy and move about, I want to get down to 15 stone which is 3 stone away and I hoping to do it by June because I've got lads holiday and I don't want to be The fat one lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well done to everybody so far and hope you reach your goals. I used to be well ripped but due to health issues had to scale back at the gym. Health is on top again so time to get back to it. 6.30 am starts in the gym week days and bit later during the weekend. Lots of cardio and heavy weights. Drop setting till I die!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *leasures4Couple
over a year ago

East midlands


"Between us we have lost 15 stone, I've put some back on because I'm greedy and lazy, but it's simple really eat healthy and move about, I want to get down to 15 stone which is 3 stone away and I hoping to do it by June because I've got lads holiday and I don't want to be The fat one lol"

Wow! Well done you guys!

From September i lost 34lbs but over the last month I've gained 8lbs back.

Back on my high protein plan when the Christmas goodies have gone and not before, as I'm terrible and won't leave them alone. Lol!

Mrs x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ust_for_laughsCouple
over a year ago

Hinckley

Just rejoined WW and I'm about to put the speed/cadence recorder on my bike. Got about 2st to lose.

Mrs JFL likes me dieting/exercising as she loses weight/tones up too...not that she needs to at 9.5st and a size 10 but she reckons every little helps!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *penminded732Man
over a year ago

inverness


"Just rejoined WW and I'm about to put the speed/cadence recorder on my bike. Got about 2st to lose.

Mrs JFL likes me dieting/exercising as she loses weight/tones up too...not that she needs to at 9.5st and a size 10 but she reckons every little helps!"

No way is Mrs jfl 50!!! Body of an 18 year old!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ust_for_laughsCouple
over a year ago

Hinckley


"Just rejoined WW and I'm about to put the speed/cadence recorder on my bike. Got about 2st to lose.

Mrs JFL likes me dieting/exercising as she loses weight/tones up too...not that she needs to at 9.5st and a size 10 but she reckons every little helps!

No way is Mrs jfl 50!!! Body of an 18 year old!!"

She's a year older than me and I'm 49

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *penminded732Man
over a year ago

inverness


"Just rejoined WW and I'm about to put the speed/cadence recorder on my bike. Got about 2st to lose.

Mrs JFL likes me dieting/exercising as she loses weight/tones up too...not that she needs to at 9.5st and a size 10 but she reckons every little helps!

No way is Mrs jfl 50!!! Body of an 18 year old!!

She's a year older than me and I'm 49"

I think I love her. ??

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

I'm also upping my water intake!! 2 litres a day is my aim, sadly that means I'll spend half my day in the loo coz my bladder is tiny x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm also upping my water intake!! 2 litres a day is my aim, sadly that means I'll spend half my day in the loo coz my bladder is tiny x"

4 pints really isn't that hard x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *appyguy17Man
over a year ago

walthamstow

Just back from a run.....

Going to get seriously fit this year !!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I'm also upping my water intake!! 2 litres a day is my aim, sadly that means I'll spend half my day in the loo coz my bladder is tiny x

4 pints really isn't that hard x"

You'd think not. I need to space it out over the day. Sometimes if I'm out and about I don't have any all day then have to drink loads In the evening x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm also upping my water intake!! 2 litres a day is my aim, sadly that means I'll spend half my day in the loo coz my bladder is tiny x

4 pints really isn't that hard x

You'd think not. I need to space it out over the day. Sometimes if I'm out and about I don't have any all day then have to drink loads In the evening x"

Why not carry a bottle in your handbag? x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm also upping my water intake!! 2 litres a day is my aim, sadly that means I'll spend half my day in the loo coz my bladder is tiny x

4 pints really isn't that hard x

You'd think not. I need to space it out over the day. Sometimes if I'm out and about I don't have any all day then have to drink loads In the evening x

Why not carry a bottle in your handbag? x"

To wee in or to drink from?

I always get accused of being pregnant at work when I try to drink more water, because I end up going to the loo every half an hour

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm also upping my water intake!! 2 litres a day is my aim, sadly that means I'll spend half my day in the loo coz my bladder is tiny x

4 pints really isn't that hard x

You'd think not. I need to space it out over the day. Sometimes if I'm out and about I don't have any all day then have to drink loads In the evening x

Why not carry a bottle in your handbag? x

To wee in or to drink from? "

Both if you're feeling kinky x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Managed to burn around 1060 calories in an hour this evening, I'm amazed how quickly my cardio has improved.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Well yesterday was a bust food wise but i did go to an aquafit class and register for a 10k in september so feeling a bit good about that lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *appyguy17Man
over a year ago

walthamstow

It's pissing rain here.....

But i'm still going to do my run

How dedicated is that......

And good luck with your 10k training

Xx

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

I have two more kilos to shift before I can have surgery, but I'd like to lose 7 instead. I started regular swimming in December and I've been on a low carb diet which has helped me lose a lot but that last two kilos is being stubborn.

So today I join fit camp for a month of pain.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *appyguy17Man
over a year ago

walthamstow

Fit camp...sounds fun !!!!

At these sort of things you always see people worse than yourself and that will make you feel good.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Im over 16 stone but might have lost a bit due to my two week cold I've got. back to slimming world for me once I find a new class and swimming too.

Good luck everyone

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've not stepped on the scales since November and I was 12.9 back them, I'm deffo over 13 now but I'm sure by the end of this month I'll be back to my target weight.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield


"Fit camp...sounds fun !!!!

At these sort of things you always see people worse than yourself and that will make you feel good."

I have a huge incentive as the surgery I'm waiting for will put the full stop on a lengthy and all-consuming time of illness. But after losing 12 kilos I've been stuck trying to get rid of the last two for about two months now and they just won't shift!

I don't want to go to fit camp, I want to stay on the sofa and crochet and eat quality street. But, nope, fit camp it is.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Agree with you on body fat being the most critical figure to work on reducing. Have been a gym regular for over 2 years, dropped waist from 36 to 33, but only lost 4kg. However body fat went from 18% to 14%.keep up the good work everyone!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I want to lose about 1.5 stone, i'm on the 5/2 and i've bought the lycra. There's swimming and riding organised for this weekend and I've been doing weights at home since before Christmas. At the moment I'm not feeling (or seeing) much of a change but this weekend really ought to be the point at which things start to move in the right direction.

Good luck everyone!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Today's mission is to find an exercise class I like and available at a time that I can make. I'm liking the sound of Piloxing so that's the one I'll start with.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ee VianteWoman
over a year ago

Somewhere in North Norfolk

I'm going to look for a pilates class to join next week. I plan to add a yoga class too.

After that, well, I'll see how things go.

I can't afford gym membership or many classes but there are things I can do at home, for free.

I might buy some weights and a training bag. I enjoy weights and martial arts.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Today's mission is to find an exercise class I like and available at a time that I can make. I'm liking the sound of Piloxing so that's the one I'll start with.

"

Just Googled that as i'd never heard of it. Looks quite good, however, it appears that you need to wear pink to partake!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Today's mission is to find an exercise class I like and available at a time that I can make. I'm liking the sound of Piloxing so that's the one I'll start with.

Just Googled that as i'd never heard of it. Looks quite good, however, it appears that you need to wear pink to partake!!"

Haha that's cool, I can do pink

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Today's mission is to find an exercise class I like and available at a time that I can make. I'm liking the sound of Piloxing so that's the one I'll start with.

Just Googled that as i'd never heard of it. Looks quite good, however, it appears that you need to wear pink to partake!!

Haha that's cool, I can do pink "

Woohoo, good luck Classy!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *trawberry-popWoman
over a year ago

South East Midlands NOT

I need to quit smoking and lose weight. It's going to be a really tough journey.

I have a condition which has an impact on my energy levels anyway so doing any exercise is really quite difficult for me, so food will have to be the main focus of my weight loss. May re-join slimming world for the support and structure.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Today's mission is to find an exercise class I like and available at a time that I can make. I'm liking the sound of Piloxing so that's the one I'll start with.

"

I do piloxing on a Friday! It's one of my faves!! Burns about 600 cals in an hour, then I do a pump class straight after. Knackering! X

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Weighed myself this morning, I've lost around 10lbs in two weeks, ok so its both fat and water but my waistline is looking much better for it

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

As of today I've put myself on a three day fast, water only. Mainly because I've been stuck indoors and my skin is looking a bit sallow want to look fresh and glowing

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

my 2015 goals are to hit 14 stone at 10% bodyfat. I wanna push the 50KG dumbells for benchpress and the 35KG dumbells for seated shoulderpress both for reps. Also wanna increase my squat poundage

its gonna be tough and dunno if ill manage it but im gonna give it a proper go

Currently 13.5 stone and pushing 45`s for bench and 30`s for shoulders

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *UNCHBOXMan
over a year ago

folkestone

My aim is to run 38 minutes for 10k and 1hr 30 for half marathon. And possibly do a marathon towards the end of the year.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

Last yr I cycled 4817 miles - this year I want to crack 5000 miles.

Going to join Audax UK, sign up for some increasing distances above 200km.

Also aim to ride the Morecambe to Bridlington Coast to Coast ride in one day.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Good luck to everyone with your goals. My personal opinion, it's about dedication and getting through whatever your personal plan is, irrespective of the results. Enjoy the activity you're doing, stick at it and the results you want will happen.

Personally, it's P90X round 2, Insanity round 3, 2 10k's and the Robin Hood half marathon for me this year!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ee 123456Man
over a year ago

ipswich

Think im going to stay fat and naughty

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Todays cardio was a lot more enjoyable, there was a lovely girl on the treadmill across the gym facing me, and I got to see her become increasingly wet and shiny as the hour ticked by

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Back to the gym tomorrow...

Planning a 5km run then some serious leg work.. BRING IT ON!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'll be taking another shot at 1000 cal in an hour later, never ceases to make me nervous.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *icky-discoMan
over a year ago

oxford

Joined a gym today went and got the kit trainers the lot no going back now wish me luck

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I train 6 days a week cardio 1 day 5 days free weights. Have done for 2 years now. I weight 13.5 stone bulking to 14 then rip. Hard work but it pays off. Advise to people that have just joined Google trcniques and diets

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *entaur_UKMan
over a year ago

Cannock

Back to circuit training for me tomorrow night after 2 weeks off, so gonna feel it tuesday morning.

I also want to try out Insanity class for the first time on thursday evening.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *heOwlMan
over a year ago

Altrincham

Target for this year get rid of the extra tyre(s) (not too concerned about the actual weight). So continue with the 17 mile cycleing roundtrip comute to work and 8 mile rowing on the canal on Sundays. At least until the evening get light enough and can add 8 mile rowing on Tuesday and Thursday evenings as well.

However much more imediate, its off to the gym each evening to work in increasing pace on the rowing machines as there is a rowing race in 6 weeks time and I really don't want to come last (That and I need to put improve my core stability to improve my technique on the water )

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My aim is to get fit enough to fight again either k1 or mauy thai

We'll see if am over the hill or not lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *icky-discoMan
over a year ago

oxford


"I train 6 days a week cardio 1 day 5 days free weights. Have done for 2 years now. I weight 13.5 stone bulking to 14 then rip. Hard work but it pays off. Advise to people that have just joined Google trcniques and diets "

I used to be obsessed with the gym mate I stopped 10 years ago so I know my way round a gym but will ease myself back in slowly

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

trained chest and back this morn. first sesh of the new year and just coming off the tail end of a cold virus ive had for about 3 weeks. strength and endurance has been down the last few sessions because of it

today was better but nowt special. bring on legs on tuesday

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would just like to move more , I aim to go swimming once a week n then build it up x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hottie, your are gorgeous my love and should be very proud of yourself. 'Go girlfriend'

I've put on 4 lbs over Christmas and I need to get rid of it, so I'll be going all out For a month, then ease back into just staying in shape.

Good luck all

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I begin my F.I.T diet wednesday.. will weigh in before and also take measurements. I dont have a weight i want to be, just to feel comfortable im my size 12 dress again.. so going to yoga once a week, swimming and hopefully will be back riding soon too. X

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"I'll be taking another shot at 1000 cal in an hour later, never ceases to make me nervous."

What method will you be using?

I can do 1000 calories in 50 minutes on the turbotrainer, measuring with a HRM chest strap bluetooth'd to my computer configured to me - but by Christ you know about it! Keeping your heart rate above an average of 150bpm for 50 minutes takes it out of you.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Want to get fit and bulk up. Starting doing weights again in the morning not done any in months Mr

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum

Starting tomorrow. Unfortunately after an illness a couple of years ago I let my fitness regime slide and am now over a stone heavier. So I'll start with fitness DVDs and reduced cal eating, then get back to the gym after the January scrum has subsided.

Me and my daughter are going to get some wright off in time for our mid March trip to Barcelona. I reckon 10 weeks should be a good goal.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise. "

I don't have time for gym but I try and walk 3 miles a day and I'm going to try and walk the three flight of stairs instead of the lift

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mr 39 me lol I took the dog on an hour long walk today ,thought I was going to phone for a lift or just collapse and die

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise. "

Simply, you make time not excuses.

We ALL find it easy to make excuses, to promise ourselves we'll do it tomorrow & then sit on the sofa - going out into the garage on a bitterly cold January night after a long day at work & then tapping out 20 miles/1100 calories on the turbo isn't easy, but you just crack on.

Get into the habit, give yourself a target to motivate yourself, but above all find an exercise you enjoy so that getting fit is a side effect.

For me riding the bikes is what I desire, the fitness just makes it better.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

I don't have time for gym but I try and walk 3 miles a day and I'm going to try and walk the three flight of stairs instead of the lift "

I don't even get to do that. .....There is only so far you can walk with a 3 year old and it's not very fast I'm doomed! !

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

I don't have time for gym but I try and walk 3 miles a day and I'm going to try and walk the three flight of stairs instead of the lift

I don't even get to do that. .....There is only so far you can walk with a 3 year old and it's not very fast I'm doomed! !"

Get them in a pushchair and go for some long walks. I lost pounds when I walked my daughter to nursery and back.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

Simply, you make time not excuses.

We ALL find it easy to make excuses, to promise ourselves we'll do it tomorrow & then sit on the sofa - going out into the garage on a bitterly cold January night after a long day at work & then tapping out 20 miles/1100 calories on the turbo isn't easy, but you just crack on.

Get into the habit, give yourself a target to motivate yourself, but above all find an exercise you enjoy so that getting fit is a side effect.

For me riding the bikes is what I desire, the fitness just makes it better."

Ok i work from 7.30 am til 6 pm. I am then mum to my kids until they go to bed at 8 pm. I then log on to work to do my second job for an hour or 2 ....When do you suggest i make time. I thank you i am not making excuses i really don't have the time

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

I don't have time for gym but I try and walk 3 miles a day and I'm going to try and walk the three flight of stairs instead of the lift

I don't even get to do that. .....There is only so far you can walk with a 3 year old and it's not very fast I'm doomed! !

Get them in a pushchair and go for some long walks. I lost pounds when I walked my daughter to nursery and back."

Have you tried getting an independent 3 year old to sit in a pushchair? ?? She would spend the entire time screaming

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

I don't have time for gym but I try and walk 3 miles a day and I'm going to try and walk the three flight of stairs instead of the lift

I don't even get to do that. .....There is only so far you can walk with a 3 year old and it's not very fast I'm doomed! !"

I'm not trying to brown nose but you do have an amazing figure any hoot...what about getting a kip fit DVD even if you do 20 mins a day it's still something or do squats when washing up or something lol

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

Simply, you make time not excuses.

We ALL find it easy to make excuses, to promise ourselves we'll do it tomorrow & then sit on the sofa - going out into the garage on a bitterly cold January night after a long day at work & then tapping out 20 miles/1100 calories on the turbo isn't easy, but you just crack on.

Get into the habit, give yourself a target to motivate yourself, but above all find an exercise you enjoy so that getting fit is a side effect.

For me riding the bikes is what I desire, the fitness just makes it better.

Ok i work from 7.30 am til 6 pm. I am then mum to my kids until they go to bed at 8 pm. I then log on to work to do my second job for an hour or 2 ....When do you suggest i make time. I thank you i am not making excuses i really don't have the time "

I didn't say it was was easy, I said we make the time. If not make the time then we change our daily life.

Cycle to work if possible, take the stairs every time, walk to the shops rather than driving etc.

As a society we are addicted to the easy option and it shows in our waistlines.

Everyone has time issues, its up to us to decide what to do about it, no one else will do it for us.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

I don't have time for gym but I try and walk 3 miles a day and I'm going to try and walk the three flight of stairs instead of the lift

I don't even get to do that. .....There is only so far you can walk with a 3 year old and it's not very fast I'm doomed! !

Get them in a pushchair and go for some long walks. I lost pounds when I walked my daughter to nursery and back.

Have you tried getting an independent 3 year old to sit in a pushchair? ?? She would spend the entire time screaming"

Yes I have, She screamed for the first 100 yards then enjoyed the outdoors. Or, as Miss Cheeky Chops says, do a fitness DVD. Some give 10 minute options.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *reelove1969Couple
over a year ago

bristol


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise. "

its relatively easy ..if you sit on a bus and it takes you 20 minutes to get out of bed earlier and walk to work ...it might take an hour but your exercise regime is over by 8 am

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

Simply, you make time not excuses.

We ALL find it easy to make excuses, to promise ourselves we'll do it tomorrow & then sit on the sofa - going out into the garage on a bitterly cold January night after a long day at work & then tapping out 20 miles/1100 calories on the turbo isn't easy, but you just crack on.

Get into the habit, give yourself a target to motivate yourself, but above all find an exercise you enjoy so that getting fit is a side effect.

For me riding the bikes is what I desire, the fitness just makes it better.

Ok i work from 7.30 am til 6 pm. I am then mum to my kids until they go to bed at 8 pm. I then log on to work to do my second job for an hour or 2 ....When do you suggest i make time. I thank you i am not making excuses i really don't have the time

I didn't say it was was easy, I said we make the time. If not make the time then we change our daily life.

Cycle to work if possible, take the stairs every time, walk to the shops rather than driving etc.

As a society we are addicted to the easy option and it shows in our waistlines.

Everyone has time issues, its up to us to decide what to do about it, no one else will do it for us.

"

Ok. I'm making excuses.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Unless there is a way i can get fit and healthy by diet alone i won't be doing anything this year. I don't know how you all find time to do so much gym stuff and exercise.

its relatively easy ..if you sit on a bus and it takes you 20 minutes to get out of bed earlier and walk to work ...it might take an hour but your exercise regime is over by 8 am"

I work from home. I'm a childminder. Nearest anything is 4 miles away. While i would happily walk that kids won't. I am not making excuses. I just can't fit it in! !!!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

SS how about if you are a childminder there must be some form of playtime so how about get all the kids together and do silly dancing it will keep the kids amused also...just a thought

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"SS how about if you are a childminder there must be some form of playtime so how about get all the kids together and do silly dancing it will keep the kids amused also...just a thought "

Yes i do all that but it isn't really enough to have any impact on me

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon


"SS how about if you are a childminder there must be some form of playtime so how about get all the kids together and do silly dancing it will keep the kids amused also...just a thought

Yes i do all that but it isn't really enough to have any impact on me "

But you are getting some form of exercise while it may not feel enough it's at least something..that with healthy eating you will be surprised at the difference it can make

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My plan is to start back at the gym once I've turned 27 (which is tomorrow the 5th) I plan on going two maybe three times a week. Depends on work schedule. I have zero social life so should be able to spend a fair bit of time in there. Need to invest in an iPod or MP3 player so I can have some music for company. Hate going to gym alone. Haven't been in months so will be like starting all over. And j shall try and attend classes held at my gym. As well as doing fitness at home. This year I'm determined to loose weigh. In sick of being the 'fat' friend. And I hate the way I look in photos. I hate a number of other things so hopefully this time next year I can say wow I've lost weigh. I love this about myself!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *adybee77Woman
over a year ago

MAMOBA, miles and miles of bugger all (Aberdeenshire)

After 17 stone loss over the last 5 years... my goal is

Tough Mudder in June (12 miles, obstacles)

Pass my bodybalance instructor module (april-ish)

get back into the gym again properly - I went from 10 hours + per week to nothing after an op at the end of october... back on that now tho, and will build up to 10 hrs per week again over the next month.

Build up my gym clients too - passed my level 2 gym instructor module end of last year.

And to get back into a comfortable size 10 with a more toned tummy again - 2 months has taken a wee toll on the tum!

Then possibly get below 65kgs (I'm currently 69kg) and 5ft 4, although this is not essential as its more about dress size than target weight, and muscle weighs more - so would rather sort out my tone than lose weight for the sake of it.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"SS how about if you are a childminder there must be some form of playtime so how about get all the kids together and do silly dancing it will keep the kids amused also...just a thought

Yes i do all that but it isn't really enough to have any impact on me "

I know it's hard when you work long hours / full time, have children to fit exercise in. The above sounds like a good place to start tho & you could always add in some lunges & squats (for you not the kids lol).

Are the weekends any easier to fit something in?

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"SS how about if you are a childminder there must be some form of playtime so how about get all the kids together and do silly dancing it will keep the kids amused also...just a thought

Yes i do all that but it isn't really enough to have any impact on me

I know it's hard when you work long hours / full time, have children to fit exercise in. The above sounds like a good place to start tho & you could always add in some lunges & squats (for you not the kids lol).

Are the weekends any easier to fit something in? "

Thanks. ...i know. ...Sadly,after I've done the housework at the weekend and taken the kids to football etc i like to spend a little bit of time relaxing funnily enough,doing any form of exercise is the last thingi have the energy or inclination to do. Fuck it. I don't want to be super fit anyway. My life is complete without looking like a supermodel

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'll be taking another shot at 1000 cal in an hour later, never ceases to make me nervous.

What method will you be using?

I can do 1000 calories in 50 minutes on the turbotrainer, measuring with a HRM chest strap bluetooth'd to my computer configured to me - but by Christ you know about it! Keeping your heart rate above an average of 150bpm for 50 minutes takes it out of you."

I used the Crosstrainer, my heart rate was below 160 for the hour but I was still dripping with sweat. Still, I've only been working on my cardio for about three weeks now so its early days.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Another 2lb loss this week

32 & 1/4 lbs off and counting.....

My son who is 4 in a few weeks weighs 36lbs. I'm looking at him sat next to me thinking how the hell was I carrying that around all day every day!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Well done hottie I lost 84lb in 2011 it's amazing realising you were carrying a small person about with you or in my case two.

I've put half of a small person back on in the last two years but it will be gone again this year

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Well done hottie I lost 84lb in 2011 it's amazing realising you were carrying a small person about with you or in my case two.

I've put half of a small person back on in the last two years but it will be gone again this year "

84? That's good going. I imagine mine will be about 50 when I'm finished but I'll see how I go. I want to be totally done and happy by the summer then I can just weight train and build up a bit of muscle. Not loads but id love to have some definition. X

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yay , just completed first session of the new year at the gym. They also did my first weigh in post Christmas, I stayed the same , maintained my 30lbs lost so far. I'm more than happy with that. Feel really motivated to carry on now.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Omg... That was not fun!! When you've been exercise free for 3 weeks then get beasted for an hour doing masses of squats and lunges

I fear I may be in pain tomorrow!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A run Saturday, cycle yesterday and a cycle today, has my legs stiffening up, thought my lungs were going to implode

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A slightly less intense cardio session tonight as I'd already done weights, burned just under 900 calories this time.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *entaur_UKMan
over a year ago

Cannock


"Omg... That was not fun!! When you've been exercise free for 3 weeks then get beasted for an hour doing masses of squats and lunges

I fear I may be in pain tomorrow!! "

Same boat here hottiebottie, did an hour circuit training earlier after 2 weeks off, going to be an achey day tomorrow

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Omg... That was not fun!! When you've been exercise free for 3 weeks then get beasted for an hour doing masses of squats and lunges

I fear I may be in pain tomorrow!!

Same boat here hottiebottie, did an hour circuit training earlier after 2 weeks off, going to be an achey day tomorrow "

Ouuuuuchhhhh.... Quads, shoulders, forearms and butt..

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *aughtyNurse999Woman
over a year ago

Fabville !!!

Put weight on due to medication.

Goal - watch my diet and to excercise.

Day 1 yesterday ..20minutes on power bike ...20 on stepper ..

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Ran 4.3 miles last night

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Ran 4.3 miles last night "

Well done Evie!! I'm gonna attempt my first 5k in 16 months this afternoon. But not sure how well it's gonna go with my legs in pain from yesterday lol x

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I'm 4 and a bit stone down from last new year and have about a stone and a half to go. I am going to treat myself to some new lingerie when I get there. Much more walking, since I enjoy it. Just need to get up early enough, which I don't enjoy."

One thing you find when you lose weight and get to mainstream sizes is that you can get some lovely lingerie really inexpensively! Both my friend (size16) and I (size 10) bought some really lovely lingerie from primark (they now have a classic/antique looking range). We both looked great in it and it washes really well - at afraction of the cost of the lingerie shops!

Good luck in reaching your goals everyone - i'm planning to work our 3 times a week to get toned again and do the 3 peaks with my daughter - just as soon as my poorly son is fit for school again! Xx

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ratty_DamselWoman
over a year ago

London.

Well I get back to my boxing tonight, bloody good for getting toned up. Not on the same parr as sex I grant you but can't have it all the time!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Some great stories here, keep up the good work!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I just want to get nicely and properly toned for the first time ever, maybe achieve a flat stomach??

And to cut out the junk food (again) that sneaked in over Christmas.

I'm going to try and attempt the 30 Day Shred Gillian Michaels workout again tonight. Anyone else doing it? I'm scared!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Legs hurt so bad!!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Legs hurt so bad!!! "

I trained legs ystdy too

Today rest day

It's a nice pain though ...

Tomorrow:: chest : glutes & calfs !

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"Legs hurt so bad!!!

I trained legs ystdy too

Today rest day

It's a nice pain though ...

Tomorrow:: chest : glutes & calfs ! "

Day off tomorrow. Then insanity for cardio thurs morning, then gym in the afternoon for back and shoulders

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

The day has arrived... Insanity at 10.15.. If you don't hear anything from me after that you know why!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon


"The day has arrived... Insanity at 10.15.. If you don't hear anything from me after that you know why!! "

Don't go overboard with it all however good luck ive heard its a killer

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"The day has arrived... Insanity at 10.15.. If you don't hear anything from me after that you know why!!

Don't go overboard with it all however good luck ive heard its a killer "

Yeah, I'm scared!!! Lol..

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *appyguy17Man
over a year ago

walthamstow

I think you'll feel a great sense of achievement after it....

You ever fancied running ???

If you book in for something like a 10k....gives you something to aim for

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent


"I think you'll feel a great sense of achievement after it....

You ever fancied running ???

If you book in for something like a 10k....gives you something to aim for"

I ran a lot last year. Can't seem to get back into it this year. It's boring.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

I had a lot of sexercise last night and this morning

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Well I'm back... And it's done.. That was the most horrendous half hour of my life!!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *ebedeedoodahMan
over a year ago

Greenford

Swimming...great combo of anaerobic and aerobic exercise in one and great core exersize I do do a bit of Land work to try and stay compeditive. Other than that I love a Surrey hill...for the legs and helps keep my arse perky

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *icky-discoMan
over a year ago

oxford

Went for my first session last night ached a little this morning but felt good roll on tomorrow evening

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By *issHottieBottie OP   Woman
over a year ago

Kent

Weigh in today.. Another 2.5lb down.

So I'm 34 & 3/4lbs lighter since September! Still a way to go but I'm getting there!!

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Mine's A simple plan:

Get bigger/stronger.

Then get leaner.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Weigh in today.. Another 2.5lb down.

So I'm 34 & 3/4lbs lighter since September! Still a way to go but I'm getting there!! "

You're a very impressive lady!

Last week I lost 3.5lbs, joined a gym near my work and have signed up for a swimathon in April so I have something to train for...so a positive start to the year

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

strength is back to where it was so happy with that. hit a PB on shoulder press during lastweek

starting to mix things up a bit with rep ranges and strength/hypertrophy training

gonna see how things go. this year is more about doing things a bit differently to lastyear so its an experiment

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If anybody knows of any decent gyms in bham Id love to hear from you, I'm relocating at the end of the month and havnt really got a clue about what is what down there fitness wise.

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
 
 

By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I had a salad yesterday lunchtime but it doesn't taste nice or feel right eating it in cold January so I had stew for tea

 (closed, thread got too big)

Reply privately
back to top