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Dan Lawlor traineo Newbie Posts: 1 Dan Lawlor This member has no personal statement yet!	# Posted: 16 Dec 2007 15:17 Hi everyone. I'm new here. I've always been a bit overweight and have recently started doing something about it. I'm going to see how much weight I can lose in three weeks. Starting out I'm about 200lbs. Does anyone have suggestions for what exercise routines to use? As far as diet goes I am just going to really limit the crappy foods I eat, drink lots of water and not get more than the recommended intake of anything. I usually just run on a treadmill or do some weightlifting. In the last week I surprised myself and ran 6 miles twice, I'd never even tried it before. Well, any suggestions you have I will seriously consider; the goal is maximum fat loss in three weeks.
Splint Chesthair Fitness Guru Posts: 471 Splint Chesthair Do I contradict myself? Very well then I contradict myself, (I am large, I contain multitudes.) http://splintchesthair.blogspot.com/	# Posted: 16 Dec 2007 16:03 Well what are you interested in? If you're running and lifting weights that's a great start. The best exercise is the one you enjoy and will stick to. If you're going to improve your diet and continue to exercise you should see results. My favorite websites for fitness programs and new ideas are: Crossfit Simplefit Stronglifts Good luck.
THE NEW ME The Master Posts: 2856 THE NEW ME HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002 HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170 CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07 -LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148- achieved new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15 not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5 (total weight loss during challenge= 15.5 pounds) -RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7 new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and Dec 15.-achieved -LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15 -LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead) -RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07 new goal-6 miles by March 15 at 5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun) -LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6) 6 month progress -lost 25. 4 pounds -lost 9% body fat -ran 0-5 miles Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15 -goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer -main goal gain lean mass Daily goals- -follow meal plan and move every day Goal of beating personal best- run a marathon weekly goals -gain muscle to the best of my ability 3 month goals -see above-reestablish every 3 months 12 month goals -maintain all the above goals ultimate long term goal -be fit, healthy and confident with body	# Posted: 16 Dec 2007 17:00 hi dan and welcome!
Cardio King Fitness Guru Posts: 1784 Cardio King Words to live by: "Now's the time to grab the steering wheel of your life. Delve deep within yourself and take responsibility for your health and behavior. Ask yourself hard questions and face the truth of what needs to be done. Weight loss is not always easy or fair but you are the only one that can lose weight for you. Take a turn for the better!" Goals: 1) Lose ~45 pounds 2) Work out at least 6 days a week 3) Eat healthier consistently I will reward myself at the following weights: 240, 235, 230, 225, 220, 215, 205, 200, 195, 190 I will reassess my goals after I have met the above goals.	# Posted: 16 Dec 2007 17:40 Welcome Dan. Sounds like you're off to a great start already. I would check out the websites splint suggested for reference information to help yourself out a bit. Keep us updated
Rachael M The Master Posts: 2316 Rachael M I am a triathlete trying to lose some weight so I can improve my times. I love traineo and the very motivational people on here. Basic info: 5'9", 22 years old, mechanical engineer :)	# Posted: 17 Dec 2007 00:02 Welcome! It sounds like you've pretty much got it under control. If you are just interested in 3 weeks and weight loss then cardio is the way to go - it burns the most calories.

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