*** Big Fat Weight Loss Thread ***

My plan is to be the DD and drive when possible to try and avoid drinking, which theoretically should mean eating healthier.

Also staying active if possible, going for walks, doing DIY and stuff around the house to keep active with projects rather than sitting in front of the computer on on the sofa too much.
 
I just try and keep it reasonable. The first couple of years I ate healthy, then got to Xmas and 'allowed myself to eat what I want'... and I took it too far. Now I still allow myself to enjoy Xmas, but try not to snack too much between the big meals.
 
I've gone from 15 stone, to around 13 stone in a few months. Also gained muscle and yes straight through home fitness!

Only thing I need to ask is, how is Wensleydale Cheese with Cranberries for protein and weight loss? I've heard some cheeses are good so :o
 
I’m not sure any cheese would be my go to for weight loss! Decent protein for sure, but very calorie dense. Zero fat natural Greek yoghurt would be my suggestion, but not as good on a cracker at Christmas…

Cheese is also delicious, just easy to eat A LOT of it (if you’re me).
 
tom_nieto said:
I’m not sure any cheese would be my go to for weight loss! Decent protein for sure, but very calorie dense. Zero fat natural Greek yoghurt would be my suggestion, but not as good on a cracker at Christmas…

Cheese is also delicious, just easy to eat A LOT of it (if you’re me).
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Cheers will look at Zero Fat cheese! :D
 
So how’s everyone ending the year?

Weighed myself today at 103.1kg including Christmas excess. Don’t actually think I’ve drank as much as previous years but did go out the other day and not go to bed till around 10am. I’m definitely too old for that!
Because of that my hrv has been horrific and it’s not felt worth trying to exercise!
 
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Martynt74 said:
So how’s everyone ending the year?

Weighed myself today at 103.1kg including Christmas excess. Don’t actually think I’ve drank as much as previous years but did go out the other day and not go to bed till around 10am. I’m definitely too old for that!
Because of that my hrv has been horrific and it’s not felt worth trying to exercise!
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Not great, illness during end of November beginning December meant almost no mountain biking for a good 5 weeks. Over eating during Christmas.
I'm back up at 90kg as of yesterday from 84kg.

Back into my routine of 300cal Huel Black for breakfast, Beef protein for brunch 30g (100cal)
300cal Huel Black for lunch.
Home cooked meal for tea and Soy protein for supper 30g (100cal)
Plus plenty of cycling.
 
Covid mid November slowed my cycling down. Plenty of Xmas events in December upped my calorie intake... weighed in this morning at 15st 10/220lbs/100kg.

I don't feel too bad given last Xmas was a 'good one' and I'm only 3lbs higher than that and I'm lower than both 2022 and 2021.
 
A year into trying to tackle the extra 15-20kgs I’ve been carrying since my late 20s. Overall loss of 6kg (104kg) and a few inches round the waist. I also feel fitter which is good vs. last year.

My reflections:

My biggest challenge to weight loss is my diet. I’ve realized that bad snacking habits after dinner are undoing any calorie deficit I make during the day by being mindful of my eating.

Exercise has been pretty disrupted by having moved out of our house during 6 months of renovation ‍♂️. I’ve been running 2x5k a week at 30 mins pace having never run in my life. I was quite enjoying this until I tweaked my hip one run and couldn’t move for 3 days - first time I’ve actually felt the reality of turning 40. That’s stopped the running for the moment so debating whether I give it another go or switch to cycling/swimming which I’ve done more over the years.

Focus for next year
  1. Drop another 5+ kg.
  2. Stop post-dinner snacking
  3. Increase the exercise to 4 times a week
  4. Check in here more regularly to give myself more accountability
Onwards and upwards.
 
I'm also going to go zero alcohol next year cut it right back this year so should be a very easy step to make.
Next is resisting snacks, crisp and sweets are my undoing.
 
Well done everyone! Lots of real positives to take into 2025!

I’m fitter than 2024, perhaps not leaner, but haven’t gained weight over the year. Christmas has been a good one, but shouldn’t take too long to get back to normal habits. Busy January will help that.

Onwards!
 
tom_nieto said:
Nice work on the jog. Good to clear out the cupboards too!
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The worst part of New Years goals is the whole leftover snacks. That's why diets don't officially kick in until the 2nd (although i still have plenty to get through!)

I'm also remembering how i always start with really good hopes, and then works year end kicks in and i end up working around 13hrs a day for the first 3 weeks and have no time to do anything but eat and sit around. Hoping the indoor bike will help here for a quick 30 minute blast.
 
Martynt74 said:
The worst part of New Years goals is the whole leftover snacks. That's why diets don't officially kick in until the 2nd (although i still have plenty to get through!)

I'm also remembering how i always start with really good hopes, and then works year end kicks in and i end up working around 13hrs a day for the first 3 weeks and have no time to do anything but eat and sit around. Hoping the indoor bike will help here for a quick 30 minute blast.
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Dry January didn't start until today for the same reason! The white wine left in the fridge was far too good to chuck! Mostly got through the leftovers, but have some odd bits that’ll get polished off over the course of this week. MIL has been making banoffee pie again and I just can’t say no! Work will kick back in next week and things will properly be back on track.

Jealous of the static bike setup, 30 mins a day would be perfect to keep the legs moving over the winter. Haven’t you got some loooong rides this year? I’d like to get a few longer rides in over the spring/summer months so will aim to keep cycling in the gym while the weather is crummy.
 
tom_nieto said:
Dry January didn't start until today for the same reason! The white wine left in the fridge was far too good to chuck! Mostly got through the leftovers, but have some odd bits that’ll get polished off over the course of this week. MIL has been making banoffee pie again and I just can’t say no! Work will kick back in next week and things will properly be back on track.

Jealous of the static bike setup, 30 mins a day would be perfect to keep the legs moving over the winter. Haven’t you got some loooong rides this year? I’d like to get a few longer rides in over the spring/summer months so will aim to keep cycling in the gym while the weather is crummy.
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Yeah, a 360km ride in April although realistically that'll be dropped down to the 200km at best.

Hoping the indoor bike is a game changer for that reason. Too often i don't get out in the morning, then i end up in meetings at lunchtime and then work late, then spend time making tea and spending time with the wife, then it's too late to get out as it gets dark here around 9pm even in summer. So an indoor bike to maybe ride for 2hrs at night would be awesome.

I've returned the Decathlon bike and ordered the Kickr Bike. It's meant to be silent (the decathlon one is certainly very quiet), and because it's on wheels i'm hoping i might even be able to wheel it into the front room when i'm watching tv with the wife as there's space behind the sofa. Might even allow for some long duration indoor rides.

My main goal with it is to just generally improve consistency of riding. 2-3 30 minute rides a week is better than not doing anything.
 
Martynt74 said:
Yeah, a 360km ride in April although realistically that'll be dropped down to the 200km at best.

Hoping the indoor bike is a game changer for that reason. Too often i don't get out in the morning, then i end up in meetings at lunchtime and then work late, then spend time making tea and spending time with the wife, then it's too late to get out as it gets dark here around 9pm even in summer. So an indoor bike to maybe ride for 2hrs at night would be awesome.

I've returned the Decathlon bike and ordered the Kickr Bike. It's meant to be silent (the decathlon one is certainly very quiet), and because it's on wheels i'm hoping i might even be able to wheel it into the front room when i'm watching tv with the wife as there's space behind the sofa. Might even allow for some long duration indoor rides.

My main goal with it is to just generally improve consistency of riding. 2-3 30 minute rides a week is better than not doing anything.
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I do triple the miles on my indoor bike as I do my mountain bike. Keeps me going through winter. Best upgrade to my cycling ever.
 
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