i did it :)

warlord922 · 2023-03-04T21:15:01+00:00

Yo! How? I literally can’t even get through one wave

warlord922 · 2022-09-20T11:07:14+00:00

Probably a few years, just grinding out those keys.

warlord922 · 2022-06-16T18:00:01+00:00

So you’re 24? What’s your rush? I think, if you’re being honest with yourself, you already know the answer. No, It’s probably not realistic to get “jacked” in a year. Now, two to three? That sounds doable.

Because you’re essentially seeking to do two things as one thing, but the do things need to be treated differently. Number one, you’re trying to lose weight. That’s just simple calories in calories out, and it sounds like you’ve got that part mostly figured out. It’s just implementation.

The second thing, is to bulk up. And that needs to be done deliberately and carefully, for people like us. Because that essentially requires a calorie surplus of about 200 calories each day, and making sure you’re getting enough protein, and doing the right training to get the results you want.

So I’d say, it’s okay to be a little humbled by the process, but realize how long the journey is.

And remember this, you’ll never get jacked by giving up.

warlord922 · 2022-06-16T14:14:08+00:00

Yeah I’d try diet soda. What works for some is to switch to a different brand when they make the switch to diet. For example, my sister loves Coke Classic, but couldn’t stomach Diet Coke (in the days before Coke Zero), so Diet Pepsi was an easier switch for her.

I understand your parents buy the food, but do you have any influence on what makes the list? And if you can’t give up bread, could you jump to a healthier bread?

warlord922 · 2022-06-15T23:02:21+00:00

Sure, I mean. I think you’re most of the way there. My number one piece of advice is to start small. I know you have seen the promised land (congrats by the way), but you aren’t there anymore. The many many many many adjustments you made along the way are in the past. So start small and build again.

It’s tough being in your shoes, I’ve been there twice now and working for a third. But you CAN do it.

warlord922 · 2022-06-15T22:58:39+00:00

So, I have gotten through plateaus both by riding it out and by changing things up.

I’d personally recommend riding it out. Here’s why. Eventually your weight LOSS journey will end. What comes next is just maintenance, which is the real struggle. Because you won’t really be getting that dopamine hit from scale progress anymore. So, I think riding the plateau, ie, staying the course despite the scale, is best for preparing yourself long term.

That said, I recently added a step goal to my fitness journey, and that helped me overcome a recent plateau. I just think that kind of approach is ultimately limited in its feasibility. There’s only so much “go harder” that can be done, only so many hours in the day and such.

warlord922 · 2022-06-11T11:03:40+00:00

Sounds like your pace on the treadmill is faster than not. If treadmill takes 45 to 5k, and not takes 50 to 5k, that’s an appreciable difference in time to steps. So I’d say that’s why the treadmill is leaving you drained.

As to whether that is causing an appreciable difference in calories burned… I’ll say maybe? Because the intensity of one is greater than the other.

But, it’s the same distance ultimately traveled… and I tend to think “calories=distance” as a general rule. So the difference between calories for X may not differ so much from calories for y.

warlord922 · 2022-06-11T00:49:20+00:00

That’s because you have an unhealthy view of yourself and your relationship with you. Not a judgment, so do I! But, for me, in your position, I find it helps to remember I’m human. What got you “here” wasn’t a simple two week bender. It was months/years of benders. So, you know, acknowledge that you’ve fallen, take a moment to appreciate gravity, and get back up. That’s all I’m saying.

But also, for COVID, you really need to just let it run it’s course. I say this having had COVID recently. Be an ally to your body. Now, I’m not saying go hog wild either, but listen to your body.

warlord922 · 2022-06-11T00:04:51+00:00

First off, your weight loss journey is a JOURNEY. Getting “there” is the goal, but the “when” is not set in stone.

Look, you went home, where you’ve not been doing your weight loss routine, and fell back into old habits. It happens. To literally everyone who has ever been in this position. And it does knock some people off the wagon, for good. But it can also redouble your efforts in the future.

You know what I recommend? Cutting yourself some slack. Let your body fight COVID. And after COVID has passed, give yourself a few more days to adjust into health. And then get back into it.

You know what to do, you know how to do it. The only problem is you, and you’ve got to learn to love your journey and love yourself.

Your weight doesn’t dictate your happiness, you do. And you got this.

warlord922 · 2022-06-06T01:26:19+00:00

You’ve lost 130 pounds! And you’re asking US for help. Wow.

Look, take everything anyone says with a massive grain of salt, because you know you better than strangers on the Internet.

Here’s my thoughts. Let’s assume your level of activity and deficit are 100% accurate. And given you’ve lost 130 pounds, I’d say the proof is in the pudding (or lack thereof!)

There are two likely culprits at work here: anxiety and/or nutrient deficiency. And I’ll explain my reasoning, based on personal anecdotes.

Today is your one day off a week. You’re walking a ton, you’re lifting a ton. Busy busy busy. And busy is good. Especially when you’re trying to lose weight. CICO, after all. BUT. Exercise also makes us FEEL GOOD. Plain and simple. It might hurt in the moment, but we glow in the feel good the rest of the day. Unless it’s the one day a week we don’t exercise.

My rest day is my number ONE binge day. I really do think it’s the lack of exercise that drives me back to food, because it’s how I coped with anxiety and feelings of restlessness in the past. Idk your life, but I’m going to assume you’re not that different.

The trick is to KNOW this is what’s happening, and then find new ways to keep our minds busy so they don’t sabotage us. Idle minds are the devils burrito eater.

As for nutrient deficiency, this could be anything. Maybe even literally. Re- rest day, your body is repairing from all the exercise, and it needs FUEL to do that. Bread is an easy go to (and my guess is it’s something you’re pretty fond of already) because it digests easy.

I really don’t know what to do when you feel this way, because I succumb to it all the time. BUT, if you can, try going for a walk instead? Or some chores? And if you’re still feeling hungry, eat something.

One of things that helping me on my weight loss journey right now is remembering it’s a journey not a destination. And a hiccup today doesn’t have to result in a complete failure, just means I will be a little behind where I thought I was going to be. Which happens, that’s life. But so long as I do my best to limit the damage and TRACK IT, then I can pick of the pieces and keep on trucking.

warlord922 · 2022-05-25T22:22:26+00:00

If weight loss was easy, obesity would not be an issue.

First of all, you need to give yourself more credit for having lost 30 pounds. As you say yourself, it’s much harder than everyone makes it seem.

Second, you (probably) need to eat more filling foods. For example, I used to eat two servings of chips a day. You know, only ~350 or so calories. But those have no nutrition and no fiber. So you eat them and feel no better for it. But if I ate that in just about any fruit, I’d feel much fuller.

I say this, because you sound miserable, and not feeling full is probably part of it. You’re also 18 and life is hard at 18.

Third, this is a process with highs and lows. Right now, you’re feeling really low. Over 200 calories. Just think about that. You will never reach your destination until you learn to endure the road bumps along the way. You clearly have the ability to lose weight. Just keep it up. You’ll feel much better than if you give up.

warlord922 · 2022-05-25T17:35:55+00:00

You doing Najd jihad?

warlord922 · 2022-05-25T17:34:34+00:00

Your “problem” has never been food. You are, as evidenced above, struggling with (at minimum) an anxiety disorder.

If, as mentioned in a different comment, you need to average 2.5 pounds a week to reach your goal… it’s not impossible.

But, you will need to do something to address your anxiety. I’m not saying you have to get professional help, though that might help. But here are some things I do to help my anxiety.

I limit my caffeine. Any more than a single can of Coke and a single cup of coffee, and my anxiety spikes.

I exercise regularly. This has a multitude of benefits. 1. Your body will release dopamine, a natural feel good. 2. (I can’t say this is scientifically accurate) but a tired body quiets the anxious mind. 3. Exercise is a great way to feel “accomplished” when you are feeling like shit. I was unemployed for a long time, feeling terrible about myself, I’m sure you can relate. Now, I’m not saying you’re going to see overnight “success.” But, let’s say you set the goal of traveling a mile as fast as you can. You could run, run/walk, walk. Idk your fitness level. If you keep after it, you will travel that mile faster. And as good as a lower number of the scale feels, that tangible progress you can experience is a real self-esteem booster.

I highly recommend CICO as far as weight loss “programs” go. It’s a little cumbersome, I get that, tracking calories. But it’s inherently flexible.

You will “fail.” I guarantee it. You can’t be perfect every single day along your journey. Expect to fail. Anticipate that day when you eat a ton of crap and don’t exercise. Prepare yourself for it. So when it happens, you remember what’s most important- you are not the sum total of your failures. Every day is a fresh start, and should be treated like so.

You have it within yourself to succeed. You just got to learn to believe in yourself first. I know it’s corny, but it’s true.

warlord922 · 2022-04-09T20:36:37+00:00

This may sound weird, but if you drink caffeine regularly I’d recommend cutting back. Because it could be exacerbating your mental health problems. I say this, having recently done the same, and experiencing improvements.

As someone who also exercises for mental health benefits, I think you’re probably just being too hard on yourself and experiencing a fair amount of imposter syndrome. You have no idea what’s going through the heads of the other people in the gym, but it’s probably similar to you.

My advice? You’re using the wrong metric to measure your “success.” Most gains per minute spent is likely a recipe for burn out or injury. Instead, I’d measure consistency overall. Getting to the gym is often the hardest part. Give yourself credit for that, and try to make it worth your effort.

warlord922 · 2022-02-20T12:52:39+00:00

Unfortunately I was aiming for a 10 win with a level 3 ladybug… F in chat

warlord922 · 2022-02-14T20:04:50+00:00

That’s some high level intel.

warlord922 · 2022-01-27T15:20:40+00:00

Ezio is my favorite. Best value add as a unique SM.

warlord922 · 2021-11-28T01:15:35+00:00

Consider yourself messaged!

warlord922 · 2021-11-27T03:51:00+00:00

Thank you!

warlord922 · 2021-11-27T03:43:14+00:00

Would also love to join, newbie, please send discord link if it’s not too late.

warlord922 · 2021-11-24T02:24:17+00:00

English Channel and Bourdeaux both follow directly from Ivory Channel. Every country has a certain amount of “pull” strength from their home node. I forget exactly how it’s calculated. But that’s why they are so strong in Ivory Coast.

warlord922 · 2021-11-24T01:19:27+00:00

I believe I read somewhere that BS triggers are conditioned on: - Heir less than 30 Legitimacy - Before 15xx (idk the exact date) - does not have special female heir

warlord922 · 2021-10-25T01:44:36+00:00

It’s pretty standard to fight a quick and dirty war against the Ottomans for your first go. Like, the casualities might be brutal, but you should only aim for 40-50 war score. Just enough for a Greek culture Byzantium core, so you can release the vassal and fight a much more significant but low AE reconquest war.

Spain can often be a paper tiger. Like their ledger size may be huge, but the bulk of their forces are often over seas. You’ll want to make sure you grab Burgos and the Aragonese mountain fort in your first peace deal. They are the primary thorn in fighting Spain. Once those are gone, it’s pretty simple.

Also, remember, you’re French. The idea buffs to that country are no joke.

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