Culley34

I find that once you break into a comfortable fitness base with running, it becomes much more enjoyable. When I was getting myself into decent shape-- I didn't enjoy it. After I was able to run 3-4 miles, relatively easily, then up the mileage -- I found it to be relaxing and a great way to de-stress after a day of sitting…

Wow- I commend you for doing this in college. I was fat and out of shape most of my time in college. It can be done, you just have to be diligent. I always liked to work out right after my morning classes (which was almost never)...

Great job! The cat has nice blue eyes, too.

After my roommate' brothers 21st birthday party a few years back, I was so brutally hungover that I couldn't function. So, I needed some greasy food, which included: 2 Sausage, Egg, and Cheese McGriddles from McDonald's 1 Sausage, Egg, and Cheese on a Croissant from Dunkin Donuts A whopper with cheese, a McChicken, and a…

Can't you just buy two 16 oz sodas if you want more?

Do you drink a lot of coffee? Energy drinks?

I mostly eat skinless chicken breast and turkey. Sometimes I'll have a lamb kebob. On rare occasion, I'll have a ribeye or sirloin.

You should only drink water and see if that helps you out. Aim for 70 oz. Diet soda makes me feel bloated after I drink it sometimes (even thought I do like it on occasion).

As the other poster said - it's normal for your body to retain water from all of the salt that you took in with the popcorn and other foods -- which boost your weight for ~24 hours. A 24 hour detour is not an Oh, *kitten* -- back to square one moment. Essentially, when you hit the body with salt, it wants to retain water…

I really wish I could see the look on people's faces the first time they use a foam roller. I found it to be the equivalent of some type of medieval torture. (BUT... it works).

How do you know it was because of your weight? Maybe he's shy...?

If you're combatting plantar fasciitis, try freezing a water bottle and then rolling your foot on it. Or, buy a lacrosse ball and just continually roll your foot over it. Swimming is a great alternative. Perhaps biking as well. If the pool is shallow enough - try running. You won't really notice yourself sweating, but…

Yes, and it gets better. The meat tenderizer comment made me laugh out loud.

I'm a big proponent of not eating late at night (or within 3 hours of going to bed). The problem is that calories (i.e., carbs / sugar) which go unused, turn to fat -- which tends to contradict a strict calories in / calories out model. Try to add in a Greek yogurt, a handful of nuts, or maybe some milk throughout the day…

No reason to go crazy at the gym. Your 60 minute workouts are plenty. Drink tons (and I mean tons) of water. Carry a Nalgene or water bottle around with you all day. You should pee clear the entire day.

I had like 5,000 calories worth of junk on Sunday and I hit a new weight loss low this morning. I'm serious. To give you an idea, I had: Buffalo chicken dip Nachos with melted cheese Goldfish Papa Gino's Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza

You'll be fine. Stay away from the scale tomorrow. Drink lots of water! Happy thoughts. One day (or half hour) will not significantly impact anything.

First of all, what did you eat / drink? No, it won't sabotage anything. Don't weigh yourself tomorrow.

If someone touches or alters my food, I cut their face.

Take down 32 oz. of water before a meal. Also, it takes the brain about 20 minutes after eating to realize that you're stomach is full.

You may want to get a few sessions of therapy. It sounds like you're reverting to something in your life which was once therapeutic and enjoyable, but it contains some serious issues on the back end (in terms of unhealthy food). Not to mention, I always feel like garbage after eating chinese food. I assume you're going by…

Planet Fitness is like $10 / month. 33 cents a day. Worth it?

This is a great point. Also, ask if they take any type of discounts from running clubs, triathlete clubs, or Triple A? My co-worker got a $40 annual membership to a local triathlete club and saved $550 on a bike.

As g0tr00t said - it's not a cheap sport to get started in. It's like skiing. However, after the initial investment -- outside of a tune up, or the occasional tube -- it's not really too daunting (versus shelling out $70 for a lift ticket and paying top $ dollar of meals on a mountain). I got the 2010 Trek 2.1 two years…

Relax. All is not not lost. You're still down 15 lbs and that's over halfway to your goal, which is fantastic! How long do you plan on eating out for? Why not cook your meals the night before, or on the weekends for the rest of the week? It would eliminate the stress of cooking after work and ensure that you're eating…

As someone who helps out a small business owner-- if you're going to enlist their services, you really should buy the bike from them. Not to mention, you might quickly make up the difference in shipping the bike and the fact you'll have to assemble it. (Shipping is usually around ~$60 USD). It would be different if we were…

White bread. White pasta. White rice.

Cycling crushes calories. Just make sure you're taking in plenty of water, gatorade, and bananas so you don't deplete your body. The fact that you're giving yourself a 'nice breeze' tricks your body into thinking that you're not sweating as much as you think... Granted, I'm on a road bike, but I started doing rides around…

I found this saying pretty spot on... It's 4 weeks for you to really begin feeling your weight loss (in terms of building endurance, a healthier cardio system, and especially feeling it in your clothes. It's 8 weeks for your friends to see it -- since they typically see you often and weight loss is pretty gradual. It's 12…

Pro: New England Patriots College: Tennessee Volunteers I love buffalo chicken dip during football. I'll be honest with you now, only make it if you have a cheat day. 1 12 oz. bottle of Frank's Red Hot Sauce (for WINGS) - 1 (12 - 14 oz.) bottle of Hidden Valley Ranch or Blue Cheese. You can save calories using the low /…