bickster Posted December 14, 2022 Moderator Share Posted December 14, 2022 7 minutes ago, Demitri_C said: So hows everyone getting on? Dieting now before crimbo or you gonna just take a hit until the new year? My bodys gone into some wierd mode. I seem to not put weight on when i have sugary snacks, but if i touch pasta rice bread (the carby stuff) ill put on a couple pounds. Same with fruit like bananas or apples. But im generally happy as ive kept the weight off . In the space of 12 months gone from a size large to small for jumpers. Only downside is i have so many clothes that dont fit me now as way too big. I'm doing 800 calories max 2 days a week and its working. Realise I'll take a hit over xmas but looking to do it tues and fri in the week between the eves, just to keep the habit in place EDIT: Just start listening to the Happy Mondays and the Stone roses and you'll get away with the clothes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 4 minutes ago, bickster said: I'm doing 800 calories max 2 days a week and its working. Realise I'll take a hit over xmas but looking to do it tues and fri in the week between the eves, just to keep the habit in place EDIT: Just start listening to the Happy Mondays and the Stone roses and you'll get away with the clothes Wow 800 a day thats great bicks. Im on about 1600. So im guessing your doing one meal a day? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xela Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 19 minutes ago, Demitri_C said: So hows everyone getting on? Dieting now before crimbo or you gonna just take a hit until the new year? I'm bulking up like an Alaskan bear preparing for the cold winter ahead. Problem is, I was fat to to start with! I'll start being good in January 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted December 14, 2022 Share Posted December 14, 2022 39 minutes ago, Demitri_C said: So hows everyone getting on? Dieting now before crimbo or you gonna just take a hit until the new year? My bodys gone into some wierd mode. I seem to not put weight on when i have sugary snacks, but if i touch pasta rice bread (the carby stuff) ill put on a couple pounds. Same with fruit like bananas or apples. But im generally happy as ive kept the weight off . In the space of 12 months gone from a size large to small for jumpers. Only downside is i have so many clothes that dont fit me now as way too big. Shite My exercise routine is currently at about 400 steps per day Wouldn't even say my eating is crazy or out of control (it's not good either...) but my lack of activity let alone exercise is terrible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bickster Posted December 14, 2022 Moderator Share Posted December 14, 2022 32 minutes ago, Demitri_C said: Wow 800 a day thats great bicks. Im on about 1600. So im guessing your doing one meal a day? its 800 a day twice a week, I eat normally the rest of the week. I've also really cut back on drinking, not really deliberately, thats just sort of happened. On a 800 day I'll have some instant Soba Noodles in a pot for lunch (usually about 220 cal) and then a light meal for tea, something usually around 550 cal. Really its only 800 calories over 36 hours each time because of the spacing between meals If I drink coffee on those days its always black I even went to a gig on diet day this week and just drank water, which must be a first 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 8 hours ago, bickster said: its 800 a day twice a week, I eat normally the rest of the week. I've also really cut back on drinking, not really deliberately, thats just sort of happened. On a 800 day I'll have some instant Soba Noodles in a pot for lunch (usually about 220 cal) and then a light meal for tea, something usually around 550 cal. Really its only 800 calories over 36 hours each time because of the spacing between meals If I drink coffee on those days its always black I even went to a gig on diet day this week and just drank water, which must be a first Sounds like your doing a bit of intermittent fasting too whoch massively helps with weight loss. I dont really drink alcohol much these days as i have fatty liver (its more non alcoholic but i still need to look after it) compared to 12 months ago my liver function is still a little elevated but alot better than what it was. Never in a million years would i have thought keto would help with fatty liver 8 hours ago, villa4europe said: Shite My exercise routine is currently at about 400 steps per day Wouldn't even say my eating is crazy or out of control (it's not good either...) but my lack of activity let alone exercise is terrible Maybe try some youtube work outs if your stuck at home. There is a lot of great walking videos that will help while the weathers shit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Demitri_C said: Maybe try some youtube work outs if your stuck at home. There is a lot of great walking videos that will help while the weathers shit I'm currently driving to work / sat in the office 6.30am to 7pm, just haven't got time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 30 minutes ago, villa4europe said: I'm currently driving to work / sat in the office 6.30am to 7pm, just haven't got time Man thats some crazy hours mate. If your workin that much and your not moving much its key you eat well as its so easy putting weight on. I had a job like this about 15 years ago it was terrible for my eating so i feel your pain and know how difficult it can be 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobsons Choice Posted December 15, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted December 15, 2022 I've been living off haribo to stave off bad moods associated with working in this weather. It's not been going well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Zen Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 Still in good shape, but December has been busy with work and not enough time in the gym, and a workplace full of chocolates and cookies, so I can’t keep going like this too long. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Follyfoot Posted December 15, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted December 15, 2022 2 hours ago, Demitri_C said: Sounds like your doing a bit of intermittent fasting too whoch massively helps with weight loss. I dont really drink alcohol much these days as i have fatty liver (its more non alcoholic but i still need to look after it) compared to 12 months ago my liver function is still a little elevated but alot better than what it was. Never in a million years would i have thought keto would help with fatty liver Maybe try some youtube work outs if your stuck at home. There is a lot of great walking videos that will help while the weathers shit What was is at its worst, mine was 310 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 2 hours ago, Follyfoot said: What was is at its worst, mine was 310 I think it was like 290. My last one was 140 odd i think How old are you if you dont mind me asking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyh29 Posted December 15, 2022 Share Posted December 15, 2022 15 hours ago, Demitri_C said: So hows everyone getting on? Dieting now before crimbo or you gonna just take a hit until the new year? End Nov / Dec is stupid crazy for me work wise , I work more hours than a teacher during this time , which means lots of 25 hour days but as a result , my diet for the past few weeks has mainly consisted of Doritos , biscuits and coffee I'll get back to normal end of this week for a few days and then switch to a Toblerone and Celebrations diet until the new year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 So got my A1c result back and delighted to report that ive gone from pre diabetic to completey normal. Thank god was terrified hence why i took action before it was too late. God bless keto! Anyone who is pre diabetic i would highly recommend doing keto for 6 months odd as you can reverse it. Its only when your actually diabetic its difficult. If in doubt go to your GP and ask for a A1C blood test as it measures your blood sugars over the most recent 3 month period 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Zen Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 Kind of slobbed it til about mid-Januray (up to and including my booze and curry filled weekend in Brum) but have since taken back control over both diet and proper gym routines. Thankfully, my overall fitness and physique was solid enough not to be visibly or measurably impacted by a month of relative sloth and glutony. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 After really, really overdoing it over most of December I'm back on the old keto diet, and have lost 9 pounds of the stone I put on. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bickster Posted February 1, 2023 Moderator Popular Post Share Posted February 1, 2023 November and December I was doing 800 calories 2 days a week From the first week of January I've been limiting my food intake to 8 hours a day or less (typically 1pm to 8pm) plus doing the 2 days of 800 calories, so combining the two diets. This second part only amounts to skipping breakfast I'm not measuring my weight, that way lies madness for me but my yardstick is my belt. This weekend I put a second new hole in it so measuring from where it started off to where it is now, I've dropped about 6 inches off my waist and all my clothes are now really quite spacious Pleased with how its going 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Zen Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 Good on ya, @bickster. Impressive stuff. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villakram Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 1 hour ago, Demitri_C said: So got my A1c result back and delighted to report that ive gone from pre diabetic to completey normal. Thank god was terrified hence why i took action before it was too late. God bless keto! Anyone who is pre diabetic i would highly recommend doing keto for 6 months odd as you can reverse it. Its only when your actually diabetic its difficult. If in doubt go to your GP and ask for a A1C blood test as it measures your blood sugars over the most recent 3 month period The correct way to do this is with a proper blood glucose screening over a 4-6 hr period post ingestion of a glucose mixture. A1C etc., are one secondary markers as to the state of your system. If they indicate a problem, it is likely worse than indicated. Awesome stuff on getting yourself sorted out! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 1, 2023 Share Posted February 1, 2023 59 minutes ago, Risso said: After really, really overdoing it over most of December I'm back on the old keto diet, and have lost 9 pounds of the stone I put on. Its literally the best diet isnt it? Like you can eat good food and it works so well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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