Who else is stepping it up with the New Year?

I have made the pledge that any time I eat extra sugary treat or alcoholic beverage that I am going to donate $20 to the Trump campaign. Might as well use my hatred of him to benefit me.

It's so hard. The wife and I did crossfit for maybe 2-3 years ... about 2-3 years back. We stopped when she got pregnant and haven't made it back to any gym or regular exercise since.

I've been contemplating a home machine as we just don't have the time or inclination to do a gym membership. Our current rental home has very limited room though. Outdoor activity right now is also nil - I had been taking walks with the youngster, but now that it's an arctic blast zone you can write that off.

In terms of just cardio and weight loss, does anyone know if one type of machine works better? Treads, ellipticals, stationary bikes, rowing machines, etc?

"texanphinatic wrote:

It's so hard. The wife and I did crossfit for maybe 2-3 years ... about 2-3 years back. We stopped when she got pregnant and haven't made it back to any gym or regular exercise since.

I've been contemplating a home machine as we just don't have the time or inclination to do a gym membership. Our current rental home has very limited room though. Outdoor activity right now is also nil - I had been taking walks with the youngster, but now that it's an arctic blast zone you can write that off.

In terms of just cardio and weight loss, does anyone know if one type of machine works better? Treads, ellipticals, stationary bikes, rowing machines, etc?

I own both a Bowflex Max Trainer and a Bowflex Home Gym. Their both terrific. The Max Trainer (you probably have seen the commercials on TV) is like a cross between an eliptical and a stepper. I do it 20 minutes a day, 5-6 times a week. It kicks my butt, and when I do it most of the time (at least two out of every three days) it sticks with me even on days off. As a diabetic, it has the important effect of keeping my blood sugar regulated. The footprint of the machine is far smaller than my previous eliptical machines, only about 2x4 feet, its less heavy, and has wheels so that it can be moved easily by two adults.

The Home Gym is also really good for resistance exercises that accomplish the same thing as moderate weight lifting. Its safe and effective, and you can do it all by yourself. The only knock is that the machine does take up a bit of space. You not only need a space of about 6x6 feet to set it up, but its also about 8 feet tall, and very heavy. When we moved last summer, it was a pain, and took four people.

I always tweak my workouts as I get bored, not necessarily tied to the new year. Currently, I'm doing a fairly simple one that's primarily 100 pushups and 100 sit-ups daily (both exercises varied to hit different areas) . In there I also have some squats and other body part exercises (shoulders and calves) along with some stretching. All done in about 15 minutes. Some days I'll do the 7-minute workout through my Alexa (with some tweaks to increase the intensity). My workouts are always very fast so I get much of my cardio through circuit training. When I feel like upping my cardio I'll do a HIIT workout (1 minute of all-out intensity followed by 2 minutes of moderate intensity, repeat for a total of 10 minutes). Equipment-wise I've been pretty frugal primarily due to space issues. I have bands and dumbbells, a pull up bar and a home-made version of a TRX system. If I were buying a big piece of cardio equipment I'd probably go for a climber.

Hey, good topic! My fat butt got serious about weight loss after the doctors told me I needed spinal surgery on my L5 disc...and they also said to never get spinal surgery because the outcome is rarely favorable. That happened on Dec 29th so it just happened to align with a New Year's resolution to get in shape...I was starting a diet on the 1st anyway though.

Anyway, here's what I learned. One of my clients is close friends with a Hollywood celebrity trainer named Mark McDonald, which has run the company Venice Nutrition for over a decade now. He doesn't have a "diet" per say, it's more a lifestyle of eating 4-6 oz of protein, a touch of fat and carbs from fruit/veggies every 3-4 hours, from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. The science is basically balancing your blood sugar so it's always in the 80-120 range- when it is, your body burns pure fat. When it's outside that, your body stores fat instead.

I can honestly say that in the past 11 days, I'm eating 3x more per day than I have in YEARS...and I'm down 9.5 pounds. It's definitely not a diet because I feel like I'm always eating, and the cool part is that when you're eating the right balance you don't get cravings anymore. I am a firm believer because I've lost the 9.5 pounds with zero exercise...I can't because of my back. I honestly didn't think it was even possible.

Here's a few quick videos of Mark- he has a ton on info on his website as well. The "diet" is referred to as "PFC Every 3"-

My back is so much better off now just going from 315 to 305...the goal is 250. So keep calling me a lard ass until I tell you I'm there!

"KeyFin wrote:

Hey, good topic! My fat butt got serious about weight loss after the doctors told me I needed spinal surgery on my L5 disc...and they also said to never get spinal surgery because the outcome is rarely favorable. That happened on Dec 29th so it just happened to align with a New Year's resolution to get in shape...I was starting a diet on the 1st anyway though.

Anyway, here's what I learned. One of my clients is close friends with a Hollywood celebrity trainer named Mark McDonald, which has run the company Venice Nutrition for over a decade now. He doesn't have a "diet" per say, it's more a lifestyle of eating 4-6 oz of protein, a touch of fat and carbs from fruit/veggies every 3-4 hours, from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. The science is basically balancing your blood sugar so it's always in the 80-120 range- when it is, your body burns pure fat. When it's outside that, your body stores fat instead.

I can honestly say that in the past 11 days, I'm eating 3x more per day than I have in YEARS...and I'm down 9.5 pounds. It's definitely not a diet because I feel like I'm always eating, and the cool part is that when you're eating the right balance you don't get cravings anymore. I am a firm believer because I've lost the 9.5 pounds with zero exercise...I can't because of my back. I honestly didn't think it was even possible.

Here's a few quick videos of Mark- he has a ton on info on his website as well. The "diet" is referred to as "PFC Every 3"-

My back is so much better off now just going from 315 to 305...the goal is 250. So keep calling me a lard *** until I tell you I'm there!

What did you eat previously, what have you had to cut out and how difficult was the changeover?

My wife and I need to get serious as well. Especially for her, post-baby she has really struggled with weight and blood pressure, and she has bad knees and a bad back as well. She has always really struggled with ... everything. The only 2 things we have been able to actually do that worked were weightwatcher calorie counting (tried multiple times, it works, but she quits counting after a few weeks) and crossfit a few years ago (not an option where we are currently).

Like I said above, we will probably get an exercise machine to reduce excuse making, and I am pushing hard for yoga to improve her flexibility so she is not throwing out her back regularly, but improved diet will help immensely as well. I know things like keto and atkins and everything work, but switching and staying consistent are so hard for us.

Second to all of that, keep us updated on how you are doing with things. I am interested to see if you can sustain this long term as that is our biggest failing, and to see if the effects continue. :)

"texanphinatic wrote:

What did you eat previously, what have you had to cut out and how difficult was the changeover?

My wife and I need to get serious as well. Especially for her, post-baby she has really struggled with weight and blood pressure, and she has bad knees and a bad back as well. She has always really struggled with ... everything. The only 2 things we have been able to actually do that worked were weightwatcher calorie counting (tried multiple times, it works, but she quits counting after a few weeks) and crossfit a few years ago (not an option where we are currently).

Like I said above, we will probably get an exercise machine to reduce excuse making, and I am pushing hard for yoga to improve her flexibility so she is not throwing out her back regularly, but improved diet will help immensely as well. I know things like keto and atkins and everything work, but switching and staying consistent are so hard for us.

Second to all of that, keep us updated on how you are doing with things. I am interested to see if you can sustain this long term as that is our biggest failing, and to see if the effects continue. :)

Previously I just ate whatever- which was usually nothing for breakfast (just a Pepsi), nothing or something small for lunch (usually a Healthy Choice meal with another Pepsi), and then a regular dinner (pizza, a local restaurant, sometimes a home-cooked meal, whatever). What I learned from Mark's course though is that whenever you don't eat and your blood sugar is low, your body burns muscle for energy. But if you eat bad, then your blood sugar spikes from the carbs and it signals to start storing fat. The only way to lose weight is to have your blood sugar balanced (between 80-120)...that's where the body is shedding fat the most.

Diets do work because you're balancing blood sugar for awhile- you starve yourself and you lose weight. But then you eat a doughnut on Sunday morning as a treat and it's all stored as fat because the body has been missing that stuff. Once your diet ends and you go back to eating bad, all the weight comes right back. That's why diets suck- even if you do really good, it's only temporary. You can't cut out one food group long term and expect to stick with it.

With the program I'm on, it's not a diet....it's a lifestyle of just eating better. I have eggs with veggies for breakfast every morning, I'll make a huge burrito on a wheat wrap with chicken, lettuce and veggies for lunch, then I eat a snack of fruit and peanut butter 3 hours after that. For dinner, we do whatever....6 oz protein guys, 4 oz girls, plus a little fat from something and then whatever healthy carbs you want (broccoli and cheese works for fat/carbs, for example). Then I'll have a snack that night- maybe a little more fruit and a boiled egg, or sometimes a chocolate protein bar.

The main thing is eating REAL FOOD all day long. For proteins, from best to worst you have fish, chicken/turkey, steak, pork, and hamburger ---> you want that burger to be the worst possible meal on an average day. That means Hot Pockets, McDonalds or anything processed doesn't even come into the conversation as a go-to food...not even the healthy choice meals I used to eat. You just want the purest protein, fat and carbs you can get without all the additives mixed in- it's amazing how quickly you'll feel better. It has changed my life and how I look at food completely.

Once your body is used t eating balanced meals every three hours, it decides that it doesn't need the fat anymore and it just melts away. So even when you do eat a bad meal, your body thinks, "I don't need that crap...the good stuff is coming in a few hours anyway." So it processes the bad stuff way differently than when you're just eating junk and low quality food 24/7.

Now, I've had pizza in the past two weeks, pasta once, and a milkshake last night. Oh, and I had 2 yeast rolls with honey butter at a restaurant last week- great bread is my biggest weakness. None of this stuff is good BUT when you're eating clean food all day, every day, then the occasional bad thing doesn't throw you way off...you just follow it up three hours later with a balanced meal/snack and your body handles it a heck of a lot better. That's why I said this is not a diet, it's a lifestyle of better/smarter eating.

I'm at day 15 now and I'm down 12 pounds....which is a little misleading since I have an ear infection and the meds are making me retain fluids. I'm guessing I'd be a few extra pounds lighter if it wasn't for that, but my wife and I both have a lot more energy and we feel so much better (the water weight will disappear anyway once the meds are done). My back is still an issue but it's 75% better than two weeks ago, just from the better nutrients and the weight loss. If I can get down to 275ish, I'm guessing I'll be able to do anything again with only tiny restrictions. My goal is the 240-250 range by summer.

And dude- I haven't felt hungry in weeks. Most of the time I look at the clock and think, oh crap....I need to eat. Other than that one milkshake I gave in on, I've had zero cravings at all during this as well. I always feel comfortable- not full, not hungry.

PM me if you want to talk though and I'll happily give you my #.

I agree that diet is a huge component. IMO soda is one of the worst things that people regularly consume. They cause those blood sugar spikes you guys were talking about. And diet soda adds another host of issues which IMO are even worse for you. I'm 50 now and I cut soda from my diet about 20 years ago. I'll have an occasional root beer float (maybe 5 a year) an I may have a soda two or three times a year just b/c of convenience, but that's about it. I generally try to eat whole food. I avoid eating to excess. I don't count calories but I do pay attention to portion size. I do also exercise. I'd estimate that i'm between 10% - 15% body fat and most people guess that I'm in my 30s.

"rafael wrote:

I agree that diet is a huge component. IMO soda is one of the worst things that people regularly consume. They cause those blood sugar spikes you guys were talking about. And diet soda adds another host of issues which IMO are even worse for you. I'm 50 now and I cut soda from my diet about 20 years ago. I'll have an occasional root beer float (maybe 5 a year) an I may have a soda two or three times a year just b/c of convenience, but that's about it. I generally try to eat whole food. I avoid eating to excess. I don't count calories but I do pay attention to portion size. I do also exercise. I'd estimate that i'm between 10% - 15% body fat and most people guess that I'm in my 30s.

That's amazing....and it's what I'm working towards as well. I think the thing people don't realize is that you can eat freaking amazing healthy foods- I'd take my grilled chicken lunch wrap over a cheeseburger any day of the week. It's just getting into the habit of shopping healthier and not bringing low quality food into the house. I have a LOOONG way to go but it's completely doable with great food and great flavors.

For instance, that trainer that I tied in the video for said that when you go into the grocery store, you should only shop the outside wall. Deli, produce, meats, poultry, eggs, milk, etc...those are all mostly your friends since it's real food. About 80% of the aisles is processed junk though- even the canned veggies and fruit juices are nowhere near as healthy as the stuff on the outside walls. If you want to eat a cookie, go to the bakery and get one with flour, vanilla, butter and chocolate chips...leave the stuff with 194 ingredients on the shelves.

I had never thought of it that way before and I assumed the only way I could drop serious weight was running/working out- that's not true at all though. Just eat clean and the body will take care of the rest.

I agree with Raphael. Giving up sugary drinks is both the easiest, and one of the most effective ways to get started. And then giving up diet drinks can be important as well. I personally found that the artificial sweeteners gave me migranes.

It can take time to get used to it, but if you can switch to water, and then something like unsweet tea (my favorite), even if you do absolutely nothing else, over time you'll see a difference.

For me, beyond that I do count calories and carbs, and I exercise as often as I can. Right now, I'm at 14/15 days this year, and am averaging over 10,000 steps a day. I rarely eat fast food or desert.

How did everyone else do in January?

I was able to exercise 26/31 days, averaged just over 11,000 steps a day, and walked/ran about 154 miles.

Between all of that and watching what I eat, I was able to lose about 5 lbs, which was my goal, and now I need to achieve the same thing in February. Back to work.

"Unlucky 13 wrote:

How did everyone else do in January?

I was able to exercise 26/31 days, averaged just over 11,000 steps a day, and walked/ran about 154 miles.

Between all of that and watching what I eat, I was able to lose about 5 lbs, which was my goal, and now I need to achieve the same thing in February. Back to work.

Good job! Consistency is the key. IMO long term success is about finding a diet and exercise program that works with your lifestyle. If you're Mark Wahlberg or Dwayne Johnson and working out two hours a day every morning works with your lifestyle, great! That wouldn't work for me. I'd do it for a week and then quit. I've been most successful making small tweaks in my eating habits and exercise as I go along.

"KeyFin wrote:

Hey, good topic! My fat butt got serious about weight loss after the doctors told me I needed spinal surgery on my L5 disc...and they also said to never get spinal surgery because the outcome is rarely favorable. That happened on Dec 29th so it just happened to align with a New Year's resolution to get in shape...I was starting a diet on the 1st anyway though.

Anyway, here's what I learned. One of my clients is close friends with a Hollywood celebrity trainer named Mark McDonald, which has run the company Venice Nutrition for over a decade now. He doesn't have a "diet" per say, it's more a lifestyle of eating 4-6 oz of protein, a touch of fat and carbs from fruit/veggies every 3-4 hours, from the time you wake up until the time you go to bed. The science is basically balancing your blood sugar so it's always in the 80-120 range- when it is, your body burns pure fat. When it's outside that, your body stores fat instead.

I can honestly say that in the past 11 days, I'm eating 3x more per day than I have in YEARS...and I'm down 9.5 pounds. It's definitely not a diet because I feel like I'm always eating, and the cool part is that when you're eating the right balance you don't get cravings anymore. I am a firm believer because I've lost the 9.5 pounds with zero exercise...I can't because of my back. I honestly didn't think it was even possible.

Here's a few quick videos of Mark- he has a ton on info on his website as well. The "diet" is referred to as "PFC Every 3"-

My back is so much better off now just going from 315 to 305...the goal is 250. So keep calling me a lard *** until I tell you I'm there!

Just FYI, that is a diet. Anyone who consumes food has a diet. There are just varying degrees of healthiness and stability to ones diet.

"Unlucky 13 wrote:

How did everyone else do in January?

I was able to exercise 26/31 days, averaged just over 11,000 steps a day, and walked/ran about 154 miles.

Between all of that and watching what I eat, I was able to lose about 5 lbs, which was my goal, and now I need to achieve the same thing in February. Back to work.

I did really good in January- I went from 315 to 301 off diet alone. I lost about 7 pounds the first week and thought, "This is going to be easy as can be," but then I lost about 4 pounds the rest of the month. I was still drinking a daily soda though so I cut that out last week and a few more pounds quickly disappeared. I did order a soda with dinner last night though and thought, "Why was I so hooked on this crap all my life?" I maybe drank 1/3rd of the glass.

I tried walking around local parks few times last week and my back is still having major muscle spasms after maybe 1/4 mile- it's still bad but worlds better than it was a month ago. The pain used to be a 9 or a 10 after a half mile- now it's maybe a 4 or 5. The doc said that it's not just the weight loss that's helping though- all the vitamins and minerals I'm eating lets the body heal a whole lot more efficiently. This month I'm going to get back in the gym though and focus on the exercise bikes and everything back/lats/abs to strengthen my midsection as much as possible.

Oh, and one more thing- I've been getting dizzy sometimes when I stand up....so I went to see the doc. My blood pressure is dropping because it's about 25 points lower than it was a month ago (both top/bottom #'s) so if it's the same in a few weeks, she's taking me off blood pressure meds completely.

I'm hoping to drop below 290 this month and somehow solve these back issues so I can really start pushing- I am very happy with where I am just off diet changes and better nutrition. Five weeks ago I would have told you it's not possible to sit at a desk all day and lose 14 pounds.

"Unlucky 13 wrote:

How did everyone else do in January?

I was able to exercise 26/31 days, averaged just over 11,000 steps a day, and walked/ran about 154 miles.

Between all of that and watching what I eat, I was able to lose about 5 lbs, which was my goal, and now I need to achieve the same thing in February. Back to work.

I owe Trump $0. It was so effective that I have been able to go to bars and turn down free drinks, and turn down free cookies, donuts, and cake.

I am expanding it to bread and French fries this month. And each month that I am over 300lbs, I am going to add in another healthy habit.

Oh, and a few folks asked what I ate; here's a quick rundown of an average day-

• Within an hour of getting up- a two egg omelette w/ onions, peppers, mushrooms, a little jalapeno and a little cheese

• Three hours later- an apple (or any fruit/fruits we have) with some peanut butter

• Three hours later- a chicken wrap w/ lettuce and veggies, plus a touch of Italian dressing. I'll grill 3-5 seasoned chicken breasts, slice them up and aim for using 6 oz. portions per meal (4 oz per snack) for the next 3-4 days.

• Three hours later- usually a protein bar or a salad with boiled egg (or grilled chicken)

• Three hours later- around 6 oz lean meat and grilled or steamed veggies (onions, peppers, squash, broccoli, whatever)

• Three hours later (IF I not in bed/going to bed soon)- either more fruit/peanut butter, a small salad, a protein bar or any balanced snack with protein, carbs and a touch of fat. For instance, almonds and cheese works.

Drinks- water and tea with Stevia.

"KeyFin wrote:

Oh, and a few folks asked what I ate; here's a quick rundown of an average day-

• Within an hour of getting up- a two egg omelette w/ onions, peppers, mushrooms, a little jalapeno and a little cheese

• Three hours later- an apple (or any fruit/fruits we have) with some peanut butter

• Three hours later- a chicken wrap w/ lettuce and veggies, plus a touch of Italian dressing. I'll grill 3-5 seasoned chicken breasts, slice them up and aim for using 6 oz. portions per meal (4 oz per snack) for the next 3-4 days.

• Three hours later- usually a protein bar or a salad with boiled egg (or grilled chicken)

• Three hours later- around 6 oz lean meat and grilled or steamed veggies (onions, peppers, squash, broccoli, whatever)

• Three hours later (IF I not in bed/going to bed soon)- either more fruit/peanut butter, a small salad, a protein bar or any balanced snack with protein, carbs and a touch of fat. For instance, almonds and cheese works.

Drinks- water and tea with Stevia.

It sounds like you're doing great, man! Thats all of course healthy food. The spices are a terrific way of adding flavor without sugar and carbs if you like them (I personally do not, sadly).

I used to deal with light headedness when I would stand quickly, or when I would be lying on the floor and get up. My doctor never really came up with an answer or a solution, because it would still happen after I lost weight. I dealt with it for many years, from my early teens until I was about 30. Once I was diagnosed as diabetic and treated, it went away. I have no idea if it was related, butm perhaps I was eating too much of something bad, or not enough of something healthy back then.

"Dol-Fan Dupree wrote:

I owe Trump $0. It was so effective that I have been able to go to bars and turn down free drinks, and turn down free cookies, donuts, and cake.

I am expanding it to bread and French fries this month. And each month that I am over 300lbs, I am going to add in another healthy habit.

Giving up carbs is the hardest. I'm diabetic and even I haven't, but I do eat less. One of my changes is that I'm eating tomato or potato soup with lunch every day instead of a turkey sandwich. I had also been eating a short stack of Pringles with lunch (because they're awesome), and even though that allowed me to contain how much I consumed without going nuts with the whole can, I've replaced it with carrots, the taste of sadness.

We still have pizza about once a week, but I make myself stick with 2 or 3 slices instead of 4 to 6 like I used to. And instead of sauce and cheese on pasta, I've switched to diced tomatoes and olive oil.

Is anyone else still dieting? I lost another 10 pounds total in Feb/March but I was also in the gym all last month as well, so I'm steadily gaining back muscle. I don't really have the major back pain anymore...that's replaced by numbness, tingling and a little pain when I push too hard/too long. For instance, sit ups/crunches hurt my back but I still do 100 a day to keep strengthening my core (on good days I'll do it in 2-3 sets, on bad back days I'll do it in 5 sets).

I'm down around 25 pounds total but it has been LIFE CHANGING...my stomach is about 50% gone and I'm almost in a 40 waist (was a 44 in December). My shirts fit a lot better as well, but the main thing for me is being able to get outside and do things without back pain being in the equation. I used to be able to weed wack 6-7 minutes before having to stop from the pain...now I'm working in the yard for hours before sitting down. It's absolutely insane the difference 25 pounds have made, especially since I was told in January that I had to have back surgery to regain mobility.

"KeyFin wrote:

Is anyone else still dieting? I lost another 10 pounds total in Feb/March but I was also in the gym all last month as well, so I'm steadily gaining back muscle. I don't really have the major back pain anymore...that's replaced by numbness, tingling and a little pain when I push too hard/too long. For instance, sit ups/crunches hurt my back but I still do 100 a day to keep strengthening my core (on good days I'll do it in 2-3 sets, on bad back days I'll do it in 5 sets).

I'm down around 25 pounds total but it has been LIFE CHANGING...my stomach is about 50% gone and I'm almost in a 40 waist (was a 44 in December). My shirts fit a lot better as well, but the main thing for me is being able to get outside and do things without back pain being in the equation. I used to be able to weed wack 6-7 minutes before having to stop from the pain...now I'm working in the yard for hours before sitting down. It's absolutely insane the difference 25 pounds have made, especially since I was told in January that I had to have back surgery to regain mobility.

I am down about 20lbs. Which is not a lot for me. Though I do feel better than the new year. I have given up new things each month.

Month 1: alcohol and sugar
Month 2: Fried food
Month 3: corn and flour
Month 4: Potatoes and Rice with an emphasis on keto.

When I stick with it this month I will probably see the most gains. by gains my mean losses. Though, it is more the commitment that has been different this year. Adding a new thing each month makes it a ritual and a recommitting.

"Dol-Fan Dupree wrote:

I am down about 20lbs. Which is not a lot for me. Though I do feel better than the new year. I have given up new things each month.

Month 1: alcohol and sugar
Month 2: Fried food
Month 3: corn and flour
Month 4: Potatoes and Rice with an emphasis on keto.

When I stick with it this month I will probably see the most gains. by gains my mean losses. Though, it is more the commitment that has been different this year. Adding a new thing each month makes it a ritual and a recommitting.

Hey, 20 pounds is 20 pounds- any progress is awesome progress! Just make sure you're still eating enough to replace the breads, sugars and other bad stuff.

Hopefully you're finding other great stuff to put in it's place....I've been on a pepper trend lately since there's hundreds of them with varying flavors. Everything I cook, I dice up a little jalapeno and then add in some onion, cubanelles, pablanos, serranos, etc. to get those cooked veggies in without really changing the dish, and the flavor is fantastic!

Good work though! Us fat folks need to stick together!

"KeyFin wrote:

Hey, 20 pounds is 20 pounds- any progress is awesome progress! Just make sure you're still eating enough to replace the breads, sugars and other bad stuff.

Hopefully you're finding other great stuff to put in it's place....I've been on a pepper trend lately since there's hundreds of them with varying flavors. Everything I cook, I dice up a little jalapeno and then add in some onion, cubanelles, pablanos, serranos, etc. to get those cooked veggies in without really changing the dish, and the flavor is fantastic!

Good work though! Us fat folks need to stick together!

Thanks man! Eating enough has never been an issue for me. :king:

I am mostly eating steak that is on sale cooke in butter with mushrooms or eggs with spinach and grass fed butter.

"Dol-Fan Dupree wrote:

Thanks man! Eating enough has never been an issue for me. :king:

I am mostly eating steak that is on sale cooke in butter with mushrooms or eggs with spinach and grass fed butter.

That sounds freaking delicious..just work in those greens as much as you can. The butter isn't necessarily bad if you're staying clear of other fats, but I switched to olive oil a few weeks back and really don't miss the butter as much as I thought I would. If you have an Aldi in your area, they have olive oil for like 2 bucks for a decent sized bottle- try it a time or two and see what you think.

I did go to Longhorn with my parents last night and had their bread with real butter...it was so darn good I almost wanted to cry. LOL! Bread has always been my big weakness though and I've had maybe 5 slices this year, so I didn't feel bad for a second.

"KeyFin wrote:

That sounds freaking delicious..just work in those greens as much as you can. The butter isn't necessarily bad if you're staying clear of other fats, but I switched to olive oil a few weeks back and really don't miss the butter as much as I thought I would. If you have an Aldi in your area, they have olive oil for like 2 bucks for a decent sized bottle- try it a time or two and see what you think.

I did go to Longhorn with my parents last night and had their bread with real butter...it was so darn good I almost wanted to cry. LOL! Bread has always been my big weakness though and I've had maybe 5 slices this year, so I didn't feel bad for a second.

Depends on who you talk to. In my resource grass fed butter is good for you and the only thing better is grass fed ghee. That it is more mixing fats with simple carbs that cause the issue.

Olive oil is good if it is both real olive oil and gotten from a local source so that it is not rancid.

Simple carbs is my weakness period. I can eat all of the bread with butter. Add garlic powder or cinnamon or raw honey and the loaf is gone. Also cookies, ice-cream, and all of the other sweets that exist. Then fried food. Freaking yum!

One of the reasons why I decided to quit one thing a month was both for the recommitment and the not too big shock value. Plus now every three months I am giving myself a **** it weekend, so I will have the idea that I will be eating as much crap as I want every three months.

Need to work with my psyche.