Isolation Transformation!!!

Tim_Veal

Hi folks!

I'm your typical mid-40's office worker. I eat like *kitten*, and I don't exercise. I'm tired, overweight and I don't think I could run around the block. And I'm absolutely determined to changing my reality!

My province is locked down - all non-essential business is closed, and people are to stay home. This is my chance to focus on my goals - it's a completely controlled environment, and it's all up to me! I'm going to make the most of this time, and build good habits to move forward with.
Anybody in a similar situation and want to join the journey?

1. Daily Fitness routine that I can do in my small apartment with zero equipment, starting from a fitness level of zero.
   
2. Balanced meal plan, focusing on food that comes out of the cupboard and freezer... I don't want to go to the grocery store if I don't have to.
   
3. Absolute dedication to logging all food and activity on MyFitnessPal.

Let's do this!
Tim

corinasue1143

Great idea! When chaos breaks out, control what you can. You can get a great start on good health for the rest of your life!

One_Eye_Blind

Do it! There’s a great opportunity in all of this. YouTube has exercise routines for all fitness levels and abilities and many need no equipment. Wishing you all the best and keep us posted on how it’s going!

giancarlov1191

Good time to get a solid routine going!

bfox71

I am right there with you. Found an app for beginner workouts. So far so good. Just need to keep motivated in this time of other stress.

chey365

I am a teacher and I'm off for about a month. I am taking this time to weigh and measure all of my food, cook for myself, eat at home, get 10,000 steps a day, journal and set little goals for myself, and do #fitnessblender workouts from my living room. This is a scary time and I miss my students, but I will use this time wisely and invest in my health. I know that now more than ever, if you dont have your health, you dont have anything.
Good luck on your journey!

Catrinabernal

I'm in!! I need to see more posts on my activity feed so I will add you guys as friends so that we can all be in it together! I am from the UK but live in the Netherlands and both countries are also on lockdown, so I'm doing the same as you - looking for simple ways to keep my calories / macros in order as well as getting some exercise in, with no home equipment

debbiemalcolm93

Hi all
I’m in the uk . We’re into stricter measures but not in total lockdown yet , but no gym or swimming or getting in the car to go somewhere for a real good walk .
So Joe wick , 9am uk time is doing live PE sessions on you tube .
He’s a big hit over here .

Katmary71

You got this! I've been doing work out videos on You Tube, if anything there's so many it's hard to narrow down which to do! The app Fit On is good too, most workouts are anywhere from 5 minutes to 30 minutes. In the last 2 weeks I've done various cardio, strength training like plank challenges and weights, yoga, and short dance routines. The hardest thing right now is keeping busy so I'm not munching but I'm also walking a lot to get my Fitbit steps in. Something like dancing to fun music is a great way to start. I do that every morning when I check in here or at least just stand so I'm not laying around and it gives me more energy for the day.

Tim_Veal

My two biggest challenges thus far have been proximity to the fridge, and the fact that I bought two months worth of groceries BEFORE I decided to make these changes... so I have cupboards full of pasta and chips! God help me avoid the temptation to eat myself to death. Lol

jlmorehouse

I'd like to join this group too. I've been working from home (that's a 19 sq m one room apartment) for 4 weeks now and have put on several kgs! I'm already too big ... so if I don't do something, this is going to be a disaster.

charlottemilton

I'm in. I started before we went on lock down so actually have lots of vegies and chicken in the house. My goal is to lose at least 36 lbs by June and I am a bit more than halfway there according to the scale. Exercise currently is painting the room from hell. Covering dark paint to try to get to WHITE and lots of woodwork. I heartily recommend painting as exercise. I have muscles I didn't know I had and you almost get validation from the changing color (slowly) of the room. Friend me if you want to hear more about my painting saga or just want another friend.

Sarahb29

I do, we are in self quarantine and I would like to exercise a lot more indoors if possible!! I still have to work but am taking breaks to do quick little youtube stretches and exercises.

Sarahb29

Katmary71 wrote: »

You got this! I've been doing work out videos on You Tube, if anything there's so many it's hard to narrow down which to do! The app Fit On is good too, most workouts are anywhere from 5 minutes to 30 minutes. In the last 2 weeks I've done various cardio, strength training like plank challenges and weights, yoga, and short dance routines. The hardest thing right now is keeping busy so I'm not munching but I'm also walking a lot to get my Fitbit steps in. Something like dancing to fun music is a great way to start. I do that every morning when I check in here or at least just stand so I'm not laying around and it gives me more energy for the day.

Yes I am so overwhelmed with the amounts of workout apps and food tools, omg. Maybe I'll get my fitbit back out and just use that with youtube lol.

lemurcat2

Me too. There was another similar stay at home check-in thread, but I haven't seen it in a while.

This was my first week at home (we can go outside so I have been walking or running daily). I could have, and planned to, do a lot more at home exercise, and am going to try to ramp up this weekend and next week. Main thing is to bring my weights in from the garage and see what weights I actually have and then figure out a routine. In the other thread someone mentioned jump roping and I realized I have a jump rope too.

I've been eating pretty well this week as I've learned to multi-task cooking and working and it's easier than when I'm not home and can't do longer cooking required options without preplanning. Having to work with what I have til I need to shop again rather than going to the store whimsically also creates a nice structure. (The week before I was in full scale emotional eating to cope mode, so glad that's subsided.)

coachchbrown

My biggest struggle is being disciplined with my diet. Worked really hard to get in shape, but the last month been eating way to much. Time to have a healthy diet again to go along with daily exercise
Hope all are doing well and staying safe

MidlifeCrisisFitness

Dude you can do this. If. I did it you can do it! FR sent.

bertiebassett127

I am I the UK too and really need to lose Weight . I am in this too as trying not to eat out of stress .

Shadow1974mfp

Hi I am a newbie too. Never done this before but a serial dieter. Tryo g to keep within my 1500 cals. Not a great cook.

Eileen21255

This is exactly what I have decided to do as well. I can really concentrate on me for a change. Trying to get out to walk everyday and should we go on lockdown, I will do indoor walking. But the most important thing I need to do is change my eating. This is a stressful time and I have also been doing a lot of cooking and baking. I actually haven't been overeating as much as I am capable of doing - but I hadn't been losing anything - so I really have to make an effort to watch my calories.

Katmary71

Sarahb29 wrote: »

Katmary71 wrote: »

You got this! I've been doing work out videos on You Tube, if anything there's so many it's hard to narrow down which to do! The app Fit On is good too, most workouts are anywhere from 5 minutes to 30 minutes. In the last 2 weeks I've done various cardio, strength training like plank challenges and weights, yoga, and short dance routines. The hardest thing right now is keeping busy so I'm not munching but I'm also walking a lot to get my Fitbit steps in. Something like dancing to fun music is a great way to start. I do that every morning when I check in here or at least just stand so I'm not laying around and it gives me more energy for the day.

Yes I am so overwhelmed with the amounts of workout apps and food tools, omg. Maybe I'll get my fitbit back out and just use that with youtube lol.

Get your Fitbit out and try out this Leslie Sansone one as you'll get a lot of steps, I've done this one often this last week with a bit heavier weights than she suggests. Body Project has good HIIT-based cardio, I usually do one of theirs a day. The Intermediate one for 45 minutes is good. I do upper or lower weights after that the last few times with HASFit videos. If you like to dance Fitness Marshall is fun, I have Alejandro down so far plus the warmup "Buttons" routine. I look like an idiot but it's a blast! I also discovered foam rolling, luckily I have random exercise stuff around the house from back surgery recoveries. Sidney Cummings is great for strength, cardio, and her foam rolling routine is awesome. I've also been doing a 5 minute plank challenge and a 10 minute ab routine. I'm scared to look up other types of workouts, my "workout" playlist is huge from just two weeks!

https://youtu.be/Yr41_8QOTF8

KateP2867

From the UK here & furloughed from work, though able to go for daily exercise movement outside is advised to be restricted. I’m finding you tube a source of great workouts! Joe Wicks morning PE is a great hit and lots of others on body coach tv. It’s great motivation knowing so many others are tuned in at the same time! Looking to lose 10lb, hard to resist the fridge in times of boredom so try to set myself mini tasks to get done throughout the day if I get tempted by snacking!

gabdlrhm

I'm feeling the exact same way. In for sure!

mgillettharris

I feel exactly the same!

MidlifeCrisisFitness

This is a good discussion. Bump ^^^

Tw1zt1d34d

I was thinking the same thing. I wanted to do a transformation as well while quarantined. Kind of like a big "surprise here I am" to family and friends. Anybody can feel free to add me. I just restarted today so don't have an online support system yet.

tfox429

This sounds like me also- I have low B12 and anemia so the energy to get it done is what holds me back. I need to get my life back.

cesse47

Tim_Veal wrote: »

My two biggest challenges thus far have been proximity to the fridge, and the fact that I bought two months worth of groceries BEFORE I decided to make these changes... so I have cupboards full of pasta and chips! God help me avoid the temptation to eat myself to death. Lol

Perhaps you could pack up at least some of what is "dangerous" for you to have in the house and give to a neighbor with kids?

sashimimaniac

I’m in! committed to doing a mix of yoga and Freeletics running/body weight training. i’m also practising intermittent fasting and CICO so recording everything i put in my mouth is vital. i’m not going to GAIN the quarantine 15 but LOSE it!

CharlieS96

I know you are probably a month in now, but take a look at this youtube channel below. They have an absolute ton of workouts for all fitness levels. They have workouts for people who don't have much time (or loads), no equipment (or equipment), ranging from full body workouts to specific targeted areas or cardio if that's your thing!

Good luck and just stick at it, work out your goal, calorie deficit required and crack on. Please remember you don't lose real weight day to day, so ignore the scale fluctuation you may see and look at the real difference after a month!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXIJ2-RSIGn53HA-x9RDevA

MidlifeCrisisFitness

Nope he's not. Gone... FR was received but haven't heard anything for weeks.

Lots of people can do it in thier own. I assume the best.