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Spyke M Fitness Guru Posts: 387 Spyke M http://anotherfatguy.wordpress.com/ I'm looking at a total weight loss of over 130 lbs (60 kg for those of you in Europe like me...), from 150 kg to 90 kg (330 lbs to 198 lbs). I'm a 36 year old man and am REALLY tired of... well being tired. So far I've been training like a mofo, and have totally revisited my diet - so far so good, 1/3 of my goal HAS been met - YIPPEE!! Have met some great people here, and looking forward to meeting even more here on traineo - don't be afraid to bombard me with motivation - I'll take all you can give me :)	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 13:14 Hey all - joined this site about an hour ago and have been searching the crap outta the forums, learning about traineos features... I'm here to stay. Looking forward to see if I'm the only one that needs to lose so much weight - seems there's a lot of you around who are really close to your goals! I'm looking at a total weight loss of over 100 lbs (50 kg for those of you in Europe like me...), from 140 kg to 90 kg (308 lbs to 198 lbs). I'm a 36 year old man and am REALLY tired of... well being tired. I got my gym membership and am willing to train until I puke. Got episodes of "The Biggest Loser" on my ipod and am all set to go at it on the eliptical machine! Even joined The Biggest Loser group on traineo - just sux I'm a couple days too late for the most recent challenge - but I'll get there next time! Looking forward to meeting some great people here on traineo - don't be afraid to bombard me with motivation - I'll take all you can give me
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: 5 Jan 2008 15:14 welcome spyke and good luck with your goals and commitments!!
suesue t Fitness Guru Posts: 673 suesue t The skateboarder is via my 13 year old son. I am very computer challenged. I asked him to find a picture... this is what I got. Very fitting as I am leaping into better shape!!!	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 17:36 Hi There, I don't think you are alone in your new journey. It is exciting to see a lot of newbies this month with great goals from losing 100+ pounds to just a few. What often happens on traineo is that everyone starting in begins by starting their own thread - which is a great way to jump in and get known by the community. However, I think the real connection happens when you either start or join a group!! The threads then become a little more manageable and specific to your needs. I would encourage you to look at existing groups and even think about starting one of your own. Of course, it is always helpful to cruise the main board too!!! It is a great site and very helpful in many ways. I have been here for about a year ( I can't believe that ) I usually hang with the JUDD group... but I like to get out on the general board sometimes too!!! At any rate, good luck on your weight loss goals. The mantra which seems to work is.... "one day at a time" Don't get too bogged down in the past with self loathing. ( I have a friend that is so upset about her weight gain, her guilt and self disgust keeps her from doing anything!!!!) and don't spend too much time in the future..... "when I am thinner, then things will be blah, blah" I have lost about 30 pounds and while I am thrilled with my new size and energy, I am here to tell you that weight loss did not "cure" all the issues in my life that can create stress.... like having a teenager!!!
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: 5 Jan 2008 18:54 nice post sue!!
Cindy N Fitness Guru Posts: 733 Cindy N Goals This Week: Watch the Penguins beat the Red Wings in the Stanley Cup Finals!!! Continue getting up early for boot camp Heavy Strength Training 1x/wk Drink at least 1000ml water 5 out of 7 days Avoid crummy foods at least 3 days Goals Last Week: Watch the Penguins beat the Flyers in the playoffs!!! - COMPLETE!!!!! Continue getting up early for boot camp - COMPLETE, almost didn't make it 5/23 though Do the 1 mile test run in under 10 min. - DONE IN 10:10, close! Heavy Strength Training 1x/wk - Not this week :( Drink at least 1000ml water a day - Only 4 out of 7 days, and still no excuse May Goals: Run whole Race for the Cure 5K - COMPLETE! Boot Camp for 4 weeks starting 5/12 Get out of the "obese" range on the BMI chart (185.5) Upcoming: Son's graduation in June (lots of family and friends visiting) 10K in September 2008	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 19:20 Welcome, Spyke! You'll find people all over the spectrum of how much they want to lose or even gain. I think the greatest thing is seeing the different perspectives and learning so much from those with goals other than my own. Also, you can join the Biggest Loser challenge at any time, so jump right in and put up your stats! You just won't be eligible for the leader board for the first week.
Dave Nicholson The Master Posts: 2094 Dave Nicholson I'm basically trying to get in shape and be healthy... diaryofthefatman.blogspot.com I like participating in sports but I want to be more competitive. Also I'm with Kevin Spacey from American Beauty - good reason :) I'm looking to lose about a hundred lbs in the course of a year, and basically to just consistently get better. And I love comments and messages, so keep 'em coming! I talk about goal setting a lot, how about I actually set some? Well it's time to revisit goals... I didn't do too well with my end of year plans, but learned some things and changed my plans up a bit as I went along. During the 5-7 weeks of the year, I was able to put on about 8-10lbs of muscle, and stay at the same actual weight. The plan is to start the Strong Lifts 5X5 program to supplement the Couch to 5K program, and that should last the next 8-12 weeks. I'm updating goals as well. Lowering cholesterol remains a goal, and I'll find out about that at the end of August. Been bouncing around a bit, but getting a little stricter again and will monitor that over the next 3-4 weeks. I feel poised to really lose some weight again, so I'm looking forward to the healthy eating and additional exercise.	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 19:40 Welcome, Spyke, and good luck! I, too, have over 100lbs to lose (and then probably some more!). I started here in September at 297lbs, and have a goal of 190lbs. Even that is a bit much for someone who is 5'8", but I'll worry about that when I get there. There is a ton of information and support here, you'll love it!
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 19:44 Ditto on everything..... And I was going to say the same thing that Cindy said. Get over and join that Biggest Loser group and the challenge, we would love to have you. Good luck and keep the motivation. Don't get discouraged along the way, and don't over do it or you may burn yourself out. Take it one day at a time! "Better to take the slow approach then the no approach."
prettylilsicily ♥ traineo Regular Posts: 28 prettylilsicily ♥ HELLo!! my name is Chelsea Marie♥ My goal is to have a perfect (or close to it) body in time for SPRING BREAK!! Ive always been just a little bit chubby in the tummy area for most of my life. A few years ago i got really skinny cause of drugs and not eating. But ever since i stopped doing that stupid shit i gained SO much weight. I went from around 100 pounds to 155 in a year and a half!! So now im tryna do things the HEALTHY way : ) So yeah.. thats my life story.. im a very nice person so add me!! i will motivate you if you modivate me:)	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 19:52 Welcome to traineo spike
Mike Scott traineo Fanatic Posts: 174 Mike Scott I just completed my second Half Ironman and hit my target of Sub 6 hours. Currently training for a Half Marathon (everything in halves) and then a tougher Half Ironman in December. I am wasting a lot of energy on these races carrying excess fat around the course. I know I would be faster if I was lighter. I have lost about 20lbs in last two years but still have maybe another 10 that could go.	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 20:02 Definitely join the Biggest Loser group and post your weight every week. It's really motivating. Tim (post above) is a great motivator to me (Thanks Tim) as I try to keep up with his 'Mr Consistency' weight loss approach haha I've been on traineo for about a year I suppose but its only been since I joined this group that I've felt part of the 'community'. So get over there and join us and lets see if we can beat the women this time (they thrashed us last challenge) Take the training easy to start with. That's the only thing I don't like about the Biggest Loser programme. They imply that you can't get results unless you 'train till you puke' almost. Slow and steady wins the race. Low intensity workouts mean you train longer and burn more fat ... and you'll enjoy it more and want to go back. Plenty of time later to really push it once you have your base fitness in place. If you don't get a steady base fitness in place injury is sure to follow. Good luck ... hopefully see you over in the biggest loser group. Mike
Just Jess traineo Fanatic Posts: 93 Just Jess This member has no personal statement yet!	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 20:42 Hello Spyke, and welcome! I have about 52 pounds to lose. I know this may be off topic but what is the biggest loser group? Where can I join? Well, good luck to everyone with their goals!
Tim Wilson Fitness Guru Posts: 650 Tim Wilson I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out. I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat. I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking. I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit. I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year. I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k) I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do. I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with. All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward. A more up to date thread on me: http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html	# Posted: 5 Jan 2008 22:48 Go to this group and join it: Biggest Loser Club And then watch for new threads for Sexy By Summer. Cardio King is heading it up and can give you more information if you would like more.
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: 5 Jan 2008 22:51 spyke, yes come join but not to beat the women!!! ))) just jess and everyone else interested-look for the groups to join-just like you joined the 90 day challenge group-look for the biggest loser group and join that group and you will see instructions for sexy by summer challenge. come join!!!
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: 5 Jan 2008 22:52 oh see above tim has the links-you beat me to it tim!
Spyke M Fitness Guru Posts: 387 Spyke M http://anotherfatguy.wordpress.com/ I'm looking at a total weight loss of over 130 lbs (60 kg for those of you in Europe like me...), from 150 kg to 90 kg (330 lbs to 198 lbs). I'm a 36 year old man and am REALLY tired of... well being tired. So far I've been training like a mofo, and have totally revisited my diet - so far so good, 1/3 of my goal HAS been met - YIPPEE!! Have met some great people here, and looking forward to meeting even more here on traineo - don't be afraid to bombard me with motivation - I'll take all you can give me :)	# Posted: 6 Jan 2008 10:39 Ok - first of all, I need to say WOW - thanks for all the support everyone Second of all, I should have gotten on a scale when I joined the site - I underestimated Oh well, that's life - 10 extra kilos isn't the end of the world, especially since I still have my motivation. Going to work out tonight and begin my journey to my old pants
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: 7 Jan 2008 02:19 ok spyke-go for it!!
Just Jess traineo Fanatic Posts: 93 Just Jess This member has no personal statement yet!	# Posted: 7 Jan 2008 03:52 CONGRATS for taking the first step Spyke!
Dean Grimshawe Fitness Guru Posts: 1177 Dean Grimshawe I work as a Health and Fitness Coach in England. I am looking to network with dedicated athletes and grow my knowledge in this area. Check out what I do at www.warriorcoaching.co.uk	# Posted: 7 Jan 2008 18:34 Great to have you on board!! I look forward to your contributions, and in return we'll always be here for you too
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: 7 Jan 2008 18:40 I agree with everything everyone said. Welcome aboard. You seem to have your head in the right place, and the mental aspect of losing weight is MORE than half the battle (I'm still learning this lesson myself). Keep us posted! -Cardio King lives...
Fred L Fitness Guru Posts: 753 Fred L I am 34 years old, married and a father of a 2.5 year old. They are the motivators for me to reach my goal. I started the new journey on 8/21/06 @307 lbs and as of June '08, I have lost around 108 lbs. I have been able to keep 100 lb weight loss since Sept. '07. What keeps me on track is the Traineo community, vision of a healthy and fit future and the mini-goals below. GOAL 1 = 244 lbs, Date = 2/15/07 Date Met = 2/7/07 GOAL 2 = 229 lbs, Date = 3/22/07 Date Met = 3/30/07 ________________________ GOAL 3 = 199 lbs, Date = 6/30/08 Date Met = 6/5/08 GOAL 4 = 185 lbs, Date = 09/30/08 Date Met = TBD (185 is my "ultimate" goal. Then build muscle.) Hobbies/Interests: Baseball, White Sox, bowling, WII, Xbox 360, PSP, XM, Opie and Anthony radio show, Ron and Fez radio show, variety of music, working out, running. Personal Records: 5K - 26:18 (4/14/08-8:29/mile pace) 10K- 54:56-9/16/07-(8:43/mile pace) 10 Mile Run - CXLD due to injury Marathon - 10/12/08 Advice: - Set a Deadline: "A goal is a dream with a deadline - Napolean Hill." - Set Mini Goals - They help you accomplish small milestones on your way to the "ultimate" goal. - Track your progress. - Plan everything out. Daily workout routines, meals, etc. - Be patient. Your goals will eventually be met, if you work hard. Motivating Messages: - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEMEBBwO6J8 - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3wuXyOUKJwfeature=related	# Posted: 7 Jan 2008 19:19 - Edited by: bigmex44 Welcome Spyke! I am sure if you stay confident and strong, you will join the 100 lb loss group.

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