mnealtx 0 #51 January 7, 2005 QuoteYou rock! Thanks so much for doing that! You're welcome - it seemed like a good way to track progress. And, since I'm usually bored out of my skull at work I threw a spreadsheet together. I like messing around with Excel, and I've got a Maytag repairman type of job, so.... I've made a mini - worksheet where everyone can track their goals, whatever they may be - pounds, bodyfat, inches. It has 24 weeks on it, and will change according to what is entered, week by week. I've attached it, below. Put today's measurement in the "starting" block, then put your goal in (duh!) the "goal" block. Weekly changes are negative numbers for losses, positive for gains. Putting numbers anywhere else will break the spreadsheet!Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GARYC24 3 #52 January 7, 2005 I downloaded and saved it. Thanks.. Also, I measured my belly. 44" around. So, my goal is to lose diameter!haha.. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #53 January 7, 2005 general info important stuff QuoteThe bodyfat gender difference lies in the structure of the female body and the sex hormones. In females, part of the essential fat is sex-specific fat. Depending on breast size, about 5 percent of a female's bodyfat is located in the breast tissue. The difference in bodyfat is also related to hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle and childbearing functions. Women should generally not go below eight percent bodyfat; in men, the lower limit is four percent. An excessively low bodyfat in females may lead to amenorrhea, which is a disruption in the normal menstrual cycle. Young gymnasts stop their regular cycle. Men can begin to have nosebleeds and heart problems. QuoteMost weight loss includes a combination of fat and water. People who lose weight very quickly from a low-calorie diet are losing mostly water weight as well as body-sculpting muscle tissue. In fact, an average dieter who sheds 30 pounds without weight training will take off about 10 pounds of 'lean' (i.e. muscle as well as water) along with the fat loss. Smaller amounts of weight loss over a longer time is more likely to: Consist mostly of fat Stay off in the long run Be easier on your mind and body Allow your skin to adapt to the smaller size (less chance of saggy skin) The American Heart Association recommends no more than 1-2 pounds per week of weight loss. I am often asked the question "How do I lower my bodyfat while simultaneously adding some muscle to firm up?" and I tell them two facts: For people trying to lose large amounts of bodyfat (10 pounds +): If you lose more than 2 pounds a week, you will lose precious muscle tissue. For people trying to add large amounts of muscle mass (10 pounds +): If you gain more than 2 pounds a week, you will gain unwanted fat. If you keep these two facts in mind, then your best bet is to do cardio 4-5 days per week and weight train 2-4 days per week. Also, you must be sure to eat right. Check out the chart at the bottom of the page. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #54 January 7, 2005 QuoteI downloaded and saved it. Thanks.. Also, I measured my belly. 44" around. So, my goal is to lose diameter!haha.. You're welcome! Just put 44 in the "starting" and whatever you want the final circumference to be in the goal...then measure yourself each week... I'll be changing my quick-n-dirty spreadsheet to individual pages like that to keep track of everyone (if they keep reporting their stuff, anyway!)Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobsled92 0 #55 January 7, 2005 QuoteQuoteOff to a good start: 185/180/160/5 I believe that's how Duece suggested posting it: start/current/goal/lost Edited to ask if that should be lost since last check in only or total? You can either put current weight and I'll figure it, or the weight change since the last checkin - your choice Current changes: mnealtx +8 mouth -3 Breezejunky -5 idoru99 -3 Great job, you guys! Looks like I need to get more strict on my diet.... 245/230/190 1st check in from 1st weight post now 234 +4_______________________________ If I could be a Super Hero, I chose to be: "GRANT-A-CLAUS". and work 365 days a Year. http://www.hangout.no/speednews/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #56 January 7, 2005 Sorry, tx, but I think the spreadsheet's broken just a hair. If I put "1" in Week 1, my "loss to date" says "1", "loss to goal" says "24" (25-1), but my current weight goes UP a pound rather than down. Am I misinterpreting something? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #57 January 7, 2005 Me: 182/180/160/2As for the "Fat Bastard" title...sorry about that folks. I started that all in fun to 'lighten' things up...pun intended. I think it is important to keep humor and laughter. It helps make something that is so difficult a little easier. But if some don't like the phrase, that's OK. The most important thing is that we reach our goals. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freakshow 0 #58 January 7, 2005 Ok time to check in: 217/213/170/4 I'm so sore I can hardly move but its time to hit the gym B.L. (the brain) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vallerina 2 #59 January 7, 2005 I'm going to start today! I want to lose about 15 pounds!There's a thin line between Saturday night and Sunday morning Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casurf1978 0 #60 January 7, 2005 Quotewhats the deal with body fat isn't it 0-12% too little 12-20% athletic 20%-? something=good and then over some other number=obese? we have this free body fat reading at our gym every monday im too scared to try it Body fat % and composition differ for men and women. Here's a link that will help you out http://sportsmedicine.about.com/cs/body_comp/a/aa090200a.htm. The best advice I can give you is get a body fat composition analysis either with the water tank or the Bod Pod link here http://www.bodpod.com/. Call them up and see if theres one near where you live. Also visit a nutrionist since your diet reflect close to 70% of what your body looks like. You'd be amazed how simple things like cutting out simple carb and sugars will do. Also incorporate an exercise regime you enjoy. After about 6-8 weeks go get another body analysis done. Give your body time to adjust too, dont expect overnight results. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #61 January 7, 2005 Ok, so here's how to fix that very minor problem. Go to cell B2, and after "A2" in that long formula, change the plus sign to a minus sign. Then it's correct. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SpeedRacer 1 #62 January 7, 2005 QuoteAs for the "Fat Bastard" title...sorry about that folks. I started that all in fun to 'lighten' things up...pun intended. I think it is important to keep humor and laughter. It helps make something that is so difficult a little easier. But if some don't like the phrase, that's OK. The most important thing is that we reach our goals. well, I liked the Fat Bastard title. Some people are being remarkably over-sensitive for skydivers. I think most people on here thought it was funny & added humor to something that is usually thought of as drudgery (weight loss programs). Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 212 #63 January 7, 2005 QuoteQuoteAs for the "Fat Bastard" title...sorry about that folks. I started that all in fun to 'lighten' things up...pun intended. I think it is important to keep humor and laughter. It helps make something that is so difficult a little easier. But if some don't like the phrase, that's OK. The most important thing is that we reach our goals. well, I liked the Fat Bastard title. Some people are being remarkably over-sensitive for skydivers. I think most people on here thought it was funny & added humor to something that is usually thought of as drudgery (weight loss programs). I don't care who you are - that shit right there is funny! Couldn't possibly know what you mean - I for one have NEVER seen any drama come from a skydiver.[Rolling Eyes]I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Deuce 1 #64 January 7, 2005 Many a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. I made this commitment in Eloy because I got a lot of comments from people I didn't really know, and some I know well, about how I had gotten pudgy. I played along and kept my sense of humor, but I'll lose the weight just to not have to hear it. It's going to take a few months, and I, for one, don't want an epithet to be my motivation. But hey, it's not a democracy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites n2skdvn 0 #65 January 7, 2005 Heck i need to gain weight not loose it....5'5" 120 lbsif my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites tigra 0 #66 January 7, 2005 Deuce, You started it, so you have the right to name it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites turtlespeed 212 #67 January 7, 2005 QuoteMany a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. I made this commitment in Eloy because I got a lot of comments from people I didn't really know, and some I know well, about how I had gotten pudgy. I played along and kept my sense of humor, but I'll lose the weight just to not have to hear it. It's going to take a few months, and I, for one, don't want an epithet to be my motivation. But hey, it's not a democracy! Well said. Even the the most calous of skins don't keep all the insult away from the core.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites BBKid 0 #68 January 7, 2005 Hey, this is a cool idea. I started out hard in training 10th November, but I've had a cold recently that I can't shift so I've been laying off a bit. Anyway, here's my stats: Starting weight: 195 Current weight: 178 Target weight: 165 Difference since last weigh-in (yesterday): 0 Target isn't probably realistic, as I'm in training for Army entry and I need to gain muscle mass, therefore I won't lose weight every time I weigh in. Nick --------------------------- "I've pierced my foot on a spike!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites NWFlyer 2 #69 January 7, 2005 QuoteMany a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. You know, it's funny, as I've said on here, I've lost 125 lbs. I've gone from being (the medical term) morbidly obese, to just overweight. I've gone from being totally unhealthy to fit, strong, and energetic. Yet, in a weird way, I am *more* sensitive to any references to being fat now than I used to be, particularly since they'll come from people who didn't know me "then." People who used to know me call me "skinny minnie" and stuff like that (which I know isn't true, but on a relative basis, it's very true). If someone says something about my weight I just want to say "But, but, but you shoulda seen me before!" That said, I probably could have checked into a thread called "Fat Bastards" and laughed about it (though I'd prefer Fat Bitch, I think "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites happythoughts 0 #70 January 7, 2005 QuoteRegardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. I refer to myself as "fall-rate enhanced (FRE)". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Mayberry 0 #71 January 7, 2005 Hey Mike, I'm checking in. BTW, thanks for keeping track of all this. Let's see..... 189/187.5/175/1.5 It's only been a couple of days so I guess I can't complain. Next week will be better I'm sure!! DonDon Here's to friends! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Deuce 1 #72 January 7, 2005 QuoteQuoteRegardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. I refer to myself as "fall-rate enhanced (FRE)". During 6 way scrambles one of the female skydivers on the team I was videoing went low cause she had put on way too much lead. Somebody asked me how the dive went and I replied with something like "one of the divers took a leadership position in trying to motivate the others to increase their fall rate" After a couple of beats they laughed like hell. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites skycat 0 #73 January 7, 2005 115/118/105/+2 I used a different scale and since the office gym medical scale is probably more accurate than my friends bathroom scale I'm not upset about the increase.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Muenkel 0 #74 January 7, 2005 QuoteMany a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. Since I coined the phrase for this thread, I can assure you it was meant to be harmless and in humor. I apologize for offending anyone. The point I am coming from is my need to laugh at myself. When I was in AFF, I had to learn to laugh at myself. When I fell down a flight of stairs and landed on my head causing a verrrry long recovery, I had to learn to laugh at myself. All through life we need to laugh at ourselves. As I said, I apologize to those I have offended. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites SpeedRacer 1 #75 January 8, 2005 Friday evening 34 3/4 " around waist. this is probably going to be a slow process for me...but I think that's the way to do it. 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SpeedRacer 1 #62 January 7, 2005 QuoteAs for the "Fat Bastard" title...sorry about that folks. I started that all in fun to 'lighten' things up...pun intended. I think it is important to keep humor and laughter. It helps make something that is so difficult a little easier. But if some don't like the phrase, that's OK. The most important thing is that we reach our goals. well, I liked the Fat Bastard title. Some people are being remarkably over-sensitive for skydivers. I think most people on here thought it was funny & added humor to something that is usually thought of as drudgery (weight loss programs). Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #63 January 7, 2005 QuoteQuoteAs for the "Fat Bastard" title...sorry about that folks. I started that all in fun to 'lighten' things up...pun intended. I think it is important to keep humor and laughter. It helps make something that is so difficult a little easier. But if some don't like the phrase, that's OK. The most important thing is that we reach our goals. well, I liked the Fat Bastard title. Some people are being remarkably over-sensitive for skydivers. I think most people on here thought it was funny & added humor to something that is usually thought of as drudgery (weight loss programs). I don't care who you are - that shit right there is funny! Couldn't possibly know what you mean - I for one have NEVER seen any drama come from a skydiver.[Rolling Eyes]I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #64 January 7, 2005 Many a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. I made this commitment in Eloy because I got a lot of comments from people I didn't really know, and some I know well, about how I had gotten pudgy. I played along and kept my sense of humor, but I'll lose the weight just to not have to hear it. It's going to take a few months, and I, for one, don't want an epithet to be my motivation. But hey, it's not a democracy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
n2skdvn 0 #65 January 7, 2005 Heck i need to gain weight not loose it....5'5" 120 lbsif my calculations are correct SLINKY + ESCULATOR = EVERLASTING FUN my site Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #66 January 7, 2005 Deuce, You started it, so you have the right to name it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turtlespeed 212 #67 January 7, 2005 QuoteMany a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. I made this commitment in Eloy because I got a lot of comments from people I didn't really know, and some I know well, about how I had gotten pudgy. I played along and kept my sense of humor, but I'll lose the weight just to not have to hear it. It's going to take a few months, and I, for one, don't want an epithet to be my motivation. But hey, it's not a democracy! Well said. Even the the most calous of skins don't keep all the insult away from the core.I'm not usually into the whole 3-way thing, but you got me a little excited with that. - Skymama BTR #1 / OTB^5 Official #2 / Hellfish #408 / VSCR #108/Tortuga/Orfun Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BBKid 0 #68 January 7, 2005 Hey, this is a cool idea. I started out hard in training 10th November, but I've had a cold recently that I can't shift so I've been laying off a bit. Anyway, here's my stats: Starting weight: 195 Current weight: 178 Target weight: 165 Difference since last weigh-in (yesterday): 0 Target isn't probably realistic, as I'm in training for Army entry and I need to gain muscle mass, therefore I won't lose weight every time I weigh in. Nick --------------------------- "I've pierced my foot on a spike!!!" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #69 January 7, 2005 QuoteMany a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. You know, it's funny, as I've said on here, I've lost 125 lbs. I've gone from being (the medical term) morbidly obese, to just overweight. I've gone from being totally unhealthy to fit, strong, and energetic. Yet, in a weird way, I am *more* sensitive to any references to being fat now than I used to be, particularly since they'll come from people who didn't know me "then." People who used to know me call me "skinny minnie" and stuff like that (which I know isn't true, but on a relative basis, it's very true). If someone says something about my weight I just want to say "But, but, but you shoulda seen me before!" That said, I probably could have checked into a thread called "Fat Bastards" and laughed about it (though I'd prefer Fat Bitch, I think "There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #70 January 7, 2005 QuoteRegardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. I refer to myself as "fall-rate enhanced (FRE)". Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mayberry 0 #71 January 7, 2005 Hey Mike, I'm checking in. BTW, thanks for keeping track of all this. Let's see..... 189/187.5/175/1.5 It's only been a couple of days so I guess I can't complain. Next week will be better I'm sure!! DonDon Here's to friends! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Deuce 1 #72 January 7, 2005 QuoteQuoteRegardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. I refer to myself as "fall-rate enhanced (FRE)". During 6 way scrambles one of the female skydivers on the team I was videoing went low cause she had put on way too much lead. Somebody asked me how the dive went and I replied with something like "one of the divers took a leadership position in trying to motivate the others to increase their fall rate" After a couple of beats they laughed like hell. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycat 0 #73 January 7, 2005 115/118/105/+2 I used a different scale and since the office gym medical scale is probably more accurate than my friends bathroom scale I'm not upset about the increase.Fly it like you stole it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #74 January 7, 2005 QuoteMany a truth is hidden in jest. Regardless of how fat a person is, it is usually hurtful to be called out as fat in our culture. It's also easy to tell someone else to lighten up when we refer to them in a deprecating way. Since I coined the phrase for this thread, I can assure you it was meant to be harmless and in humor. I apologize for offending anyone. The point I am coming from is my need to laugh at myself. When I was in AFF, I had to learn to laugh at myself. When I fell down a flight of stairs and landed on my head causing a verrrry long recovery, I had to learn to laugh at myself. All through life we need to laugh at ourselves. As I said, I apologize to those I have offended. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpeedRacer 1 #75 January 8, 2005 Friday evening 34 3/4 " around waist. this is probably going to be a slow process for me...but I think that's the way to do it. I think this Fat Bastard web forum Check-in thing is a great idea...its a powerful motivator & fun too... we may really be onto something here. Speed Racer -------------------------------------------------- Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
