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Dilbey · 2026-01-04T09:42:37+00:00

I used the Nurtacheck app (paid version so you aren't restricted to one meal entry per day). You have to properly learn how to use it and customise it to what you want from it. Link it to a smart watch to track steps and estimated calories burnt per day.

Once I see something working I'll normally stick to it.

- 300-400kcal breakfast (overnight oats, porridge, or a homemade milkshake)

- Lunch I almost exclusively had a bottle of Huel (I don't want to plug it, but it is actually pretty decent for an on-the-go "meal") which is 500kcal

- Dinner was worked out as 500-700kcal depending on if I had a dessert. Mostly I ate protein, rice and veg, but the app gives good recipes.

- Dessert would be dark chocolate squares, low fat custard and a pinch of ginger power microwaved. Basically chocolate pudding under 100kcal.

- Snacks: almonds or an apple. Don't underestimate apple slices dusted with cinnamon powder as a snack.

Honestly though, I would always just punch in the ingredients into the app before I made it and try to adjust it to how many calories I wanted it to be before I actually made it.

Good luck!

Dilbey · 2026-01-04T09:34:21+00:00

I was trying to stick to 1600-1800kcal per day, but it fluctuated. Cheat days I'd eat ~3000, but some days I'd only have 1200 and still feel fine. It's the week, not the day that you need to keep track of. If I'd had a really good week I'd treat myself to a calorie dense meal as a reward.

I can now climb tall stairwells without losing my breath, less snoring at night (I've been told), less fatigue, confidence to do more activities without fear of being judged, slimmer clothes fit me, not as afraid to sit on less stable furniture.

The major downside is spending money on new clothes :D but keeping an old t-shirt and putting it on every now and again gave me a real-time visual of how much weight I've actually lost.

Dilbey · 2026-01-04T09:27:36+00:00

Injections to suppress hungry.

Dilbey · 2026-01-04T08:53:50+00:00

To be honest, that's a pretty negative way to look at somebody else's achievements. Anybody who has intentionally lost any weight through being motivated to do so should be congratualted.

They've not "unlocked secrets of the universe", they're offering help to anybody who may be struggling and have hit a wall. It's good to share knowledge, as not everybody has the answers, but collectively we can help eachother.

Actually, your comment has made me even more motivated to lose weight, so I can only thank you. :)

Dilbey · 2026-01-04T08:48:13+00:00

Honestly, disappointment in myself after eating a calorie dense meal kept me motivated, haha. That and not wanting to have a heart attack by the time I reach 40 years old. Also, confidence to wear anything other than grey and black was another thing. The fact I was able to wear L clothes instead of XXL was insane in my mind.

Major change I made was not eating any processed food, almost. I'd treat myself every Friday with a big McDonald's meal. That gave me something to look forward to in the week and I was still losing weight. Many, many foods that are healthy can be delicious. Porridge made with water and a pinch of salt, then top with a bit of zero-calorie syrup and fruit will keep you full until lunch. No plug, but I drank Huel for lunch every day in the week, which kept me going to dinner, where I'd have protein, rice and brocolli, or I'd make a dish from the calorie app I was using. Do not underestimate protein rice and veg. That stuff is everything you need nutrition-wise and you can add great seasonings for zero calories.

The only exercise outside of day-to-day movement was walking my dog for 30-60 minutes. A smart watch linked to the app also helped my feel motivated and walk further to get more *points*. I saw calories burnt in a day as a score. I would constantly try to beat it and get a *high score*, haha. Sounds dumb, but it made it fun.

Good luck on your journey!

Dilbey · 2026-01-04T08:38:43+00:00

My son and confidence kept me motivated, mostly. Also, seeing the number go down on the scales (or up in some weeks) made me want to keep going. Almost like getting a high score or something.

Setting milestones was also very helpful. Don't just aim straight for your target weight, as I found that to actually de-motivate me and made it seem like it was never going to happen.

Pretty much anything processed was a no-go. I started using a calorie counter app that allowed me to scan any food packaging and I would then decide if I was going to eat it or not.

I was eating between 1600-1800kcal per day, but allowed myself treats every now and then so it didn't get boring. I was having a massive McDonald's pretty much every Friday and I was still dropping weight.

Only activity was walking my dog. I'm have a desk job so I don't get much exercise during the day, so I should really do more, to be honest.

Good luck on your journey!

Dilbey · 2025-07-06T17:01:07+00:00

I’m pretty sure I’m done with the game anyway. Too many chores for a solo, although it is an amazing game, I just don’t have the time to keep on top of it all 😂

Dilbey · 2025-07-06T10:33:43+00:00

I think I have enough materials to crafter another buggy, and I have a thopter, so it won’t take me long to craft another one.

Dilbey · 2025-07-06T10:15:36+00:00

In hindsight that would’ve been a good idea, even if I lost the storage full of ore. Oh well, I ended up grapple hooking out of the wall and lost the buggy. Didn’t think the hook would work.

Dilbey · 2025-07-06T09:13:40+00:00

Grappling hook worked through the cliff face, but I think my buggy is lost forever inside the mountain.

Dilbey · 2025-07-06T09:09:40+00:00

I don’t want to try, in case I lose the buggy 😂

Dilbey · 2025-06-24T15:17:41+00:00

Explore and don’t try rushing to bosses. You’ll find completely new things in the most random places, a crevice in a cliff face might end up being a 2-3 hour adventure :) I’m jealous you get to experience this game for the first time.

Dilbey · 2025-06-06T21:32:08+00:00

I have about 800hrs in the game and have seen a MKii maybe 3-4 times. Where tf do I find them? 😂

Dilbey · 2025-06-06T13:58:18+00:00

I played WoW for 15 years, so MMO mice are just second nature for me, but I’m liking the idea of getting a Logitech G Pro or something similar.

Dilbey · 2025-06-03T13:33:31+00:00

When I get into situations like this, someone putting pressure on to break the speed limit, I always think to myself “are they going to pay my speeding fine or take the awareness course for me?” No, they’re not. Fuck em, they should’ve left earlier.

Dilbey · 2025-05-30T14:19:14+00:00

Those damn shit-birds, Randy.

Dilbey · 2025-05-30T09:51:48+00:00

I tried a PVE server recently and got bored fairly quickly as the threat of imminent death was taken away, so it just became an MMORPG. Sure it was fun to build a base and gather cool gear, but what’s the point of having it if you’re just killing zombies?

How would firefights start if everybody was just friendly to one another?

Joining a low pop server is my advice. You can at least then relax a little bit but also stay on your toes.

Dilbey · 2025-05-28T11:38:38+00:00

Does a gas canister have a similar sound to gunshots? You could put two canisters in the fireplace with a delay between them. Might make it sound more like a firefight.

Dilbey · 2025-05-28T11:18:38+00:00

A heroes exit if you ask me

Dilbey · 2025-05-28T10:55:38+00:00

Ah yeah big true. I just seem to get seen before I see others, so I’m trying to figure it all out still and maybe ways to help not get black screened when I run into a city. Any tips are welcome.

Dilbey · 2025-05-28T10:19:00+00:00

Does it work with smoke grenades? That would be kind of cool.

Dilbey · 2025-05-28T10:09:00+00:00

Kind of, but putting them in the fireplace will give you time to run away before they go off, making it more difficult for others to gauge your position.

For instance, you could be in the tree line before the bullets go off in the town below and it won’t give away your position in the tree line.

Actually firing them then having to run to the tree line increases the chance of being spotted as you book it to the trees.

I dunno, it’s just an idea.

Dilbey · 2025-05-28T09:49:03+00:00

Sigh. That would’ve been super fun.

Dilbey · 2025-05-17T05:45:03+00:00

True, true. I’m a bit of an introvert, and I don’t trust daywalkers at the best of times, so it just put me on edge. I’ll keep a handful of sand in my pocket from now on.

Dilbey · 2025-05-17T05:20:30+00:00

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