I agree with Jon. I watched my diet, NO JUNK FOOD, soda, sweets, etc. and I ran in the morning sprints for 15 min and in the evening again (same day). I also lifted lights weights and I lost 4 lbs. in 5 days.

 

Hmm.. this thread is interesting as it should be because there are many different ways to go about it, as different diets/workouts work for different people. Right now I'm getting back in shape, so I'm running 3 days a week, lifting 4 days, (that's all my time allows for) and eating right again finally. The main thing to eat right is to pack your own food if you're at an office job, it helps alleviate any urge to eat bad food. It takes time, but you'll get there.

 

Well time flys when you're having fun. Just wanted to give an update. Today I weighed in at 198lbs. DOWN 10 lbs!!! Thanks again for all the support and advice. Not stopping there though, still want to lose 10-15 more by September.

 

That's awesome Chris. Keep up the good work...

 

That's great Chris, congrats. Let me know when you want to go running.

 

Follow www.thecutdiet.com for 2-3 months. You'll lose fat QUICK. Trust me - I've put a few of my friends on this and they hated it, but they got ripped and saw great results. Its simple, but requires 100% dedication.

 

Some interesting posts in here...

Protein recommendations are as follows...
General public- .8 g/ kg BW
For endurance athletes- 1.2- 1.4 g/ kg BW
For resistance athletes- up to 1.7- 2 g/ kg BW
You should not go over 4 g/ kg BW.
10- 20% of total caloric intake.

Adjust accordingly based on your goals.

These recommendations come from the National Strength and Conditioning Association as well as my other books. I have a BS in Exericse Physiology.

 

Wow....someone brought this back from the dead. More great tips!! Just an update, got myself down to 178lbs. before I left for vacation last Thurs. So, from the start of this particular diet/workout routine I'm down 30lbs. Really haven't done anything but eat a bit better but running a ton!!!

 

running is insane. got 3 in last night...going for another 2 today before weights.

GET ER DONE CHIRSS!!!

 

One recommendation is to run after lifting weights because running before lifting can lead to excessive fatigue reducing the quality of your form and potentially lead to injury. Of course it really depends on the intensity of your run and the kind of lifting you are doing. Either way, take that into consideration.

 

P90x workout program is intense but very effective. I love it.

 

That program is NO JOKE.

If you get a chance try the Insanity version -

 

I do P90x one day, run 9-12 miles the next and typically take 1-2 days off per week. This has worked very well for me. Signing up for road races also incents you to train to a certain level. This is particularly important for me in the Boston area with our snowy winters. I'm registered for the Boston Marathon in 2010 and there's no way I'd go out and run 9-12 (and occasionally a long run of 15-20 miles) unless I had the pressure of the Marathon!

I'm 49 years old, have a fat level of ~ 8-10% and am probably in better shape than when I was 29. I started this program about 5 years ago when I realized that aging, getting fat, tired and unhealthy sucked! You've got to fight it!

 

The human mind, much like the muscular system (and our automotive industry), need constant stimulus. Doing the same thing, even with a partner, can still become humdrum and people end up getting bored. Great call on the race. Having a FIXED goal is great motivator.

As far as BF% - this I've struggled with for year. Post college I added maybe...20 lbs of nothing but fat, mostly from wings and beer (Go Buckeyes!). Since then I've tried and done many different things - what I've found works best is DIET. If you learn to keep a clean diet or if mentally possible a competitive BB diet, your workout intensity and schedule become minimal. If you don't lift or run - always take a day to stretch out or do yoga. You'd be surprised the impact working out or stretching can have on the mind in terms of stress relief and creative release.

Bob - Hats off to you on the marathon, especially at your age

Its sad to go out and see all the overweight people and to think at how unhealthy they are. You want to talk about saving health care money, don't make health insurance mandatory - impose a sugar tax and make GYM attendance mandatory.

Not to get off topic but I am a STRONG anti-sugar advocate....

 

If you guys ever get a chance (I rarely plug companies) I HIGHLY recommend checking out the company Scivation.

They are unique in that they work with each individual on a meal plan, workout routine based on the team members goals and current abilities. The best part of it all - ITS FREE!!! Yes, you heard me - they offer everyone this for free.

They also make some amazing products - their ECAA stack, called Xtend - has been the most effective product I've EVER used. I've used many many products and this by far is the most effective product for recovery.

They've put together some great workout programs, great products and still retain a wonderful connected customer service along with a small business mentality. Their president responds directly to all emails and facebook/forum messages and drives around the country helping people - while also training to compete himself. A true small business model of success.