jjking54 Member

Take pride in going into the pain cave .... Not everyone willingly embraces the idea of suffering to better oneself, but you do. And that makes you mentally tougher than those who don't. For me, as a cyclist, particularly when facing hills, I take comfort in the fact that 1) the road can't go up forever, and 2) there's…

Hiya ... 41, taller, and heavier, but still looking to lose 65-75 pounds ... feel free to add me ... and good luck to you both!

I'm a born skeptic when it comes to this stuff ... her and her husband have had success, and that's great. I'm willing to give the Spark a chance, and today will be a better rest because it's the usual "routine" so we'll see what happens. She's pushing me to do the 24 day cleanse/challenge whatever and I'm putting her off…

I take a men's multi-vitamin and fish oil each day. After workouts I generally have a whey protein shake made with almond milk on my drive home before I have dinner (I work out immediately after work). A friend is an Advocare rep and she's been trying to sell me for some time now, and sent me a couple of samples of their…

I'd take that $1,100, plus money I would get from selling my current bike, and get a brand new road bike :)

Polar H7 ... I love it. It pairs with my smartphone so there's no need for the watch part. I use the Polar Beat app at the gym and when the weather improves I'll use it with Endomondo/Strava to track my cycling. I've had various HRMs over the years, generally cheap ones with the strap and watch. They work just as well.…

Just got mine and I love it too

Truth.

Lot of information here ... I'll share what works for me. 1. Take charge of your mental health. By that, I mean, do your research, look into different meds and inform yourself about them. When you go see your doctor, press him/her with questions for information on their suggestions. Ask them WHY they recommend what they…

2/3 - 16 miles 2/4 - 12 miles 2/6 - 16 miles 2/10 - 16 miles 2/11 - 18 miles 2/13 - 16 miles 2/17 - 10 miles Total - 104 miles

Thanks!

Thanks for the invite! I'm Jason, 41, dad to three kids. I work for a bank doing technical writing. Avid cyclist, hoping to lose 50+ this year before Thanksgiving. I have lots of cycling goals for the year, and right now I'm putting in base miles on the indoor bike and strength training. Diary is open to friends and I'm on…

This ... hot tea works well

definitely :D

Working on it too ... feel free to add me if you'd like :)

uncomfortable? Maybe you need a fit adjustment? btw, hello "neighbor", sort of ... I'm in Milwaukee :)

In because I'm facing the same thing. Have only been at it about 4 weeks, and I've lost five pounds, but nothing more at this point. I'm also seeing the inches loss, and trying to view that as the positive it is and keep at it. Should add, I'm doing about 40-45 minutes of lifting three days week, followed by 40-50 minutes…

I use last year's road tires as this year's trainer tires. This spring I'll get new tires for my roadie and save the old front from this year for next winter's trainer tire

A good idea ... I have three bikes, so my roadie is typically the one on my trainer and I don't have to worry about tire/wheel swaps. Wrist pain? Check your fit on the bike?

Same here ... I've had an indoor trainer for years, really helps put in the base miles before the outdoor season starts. Music is a BIG help. Some people like watching TV shows or movies while they ride, but I'm pretty content to just lose myself in music while I ride. I also use interval programs to help vary things up a…

I'll second using beersmith. Love it! As for going all grain ... I've done it, and when I did it I was still a little green, experience wise, so my beer ended up a little "thin." Currently I'm favoring BIAB or partial mash brews, but I do like the easy and simplicity of an extract brew day. Especially as a busy dad :)

woot! glad I found you guys! Jason, 41 ... been brewing since 2007 but only recently got back to it ... and now that I'm watching my diet closer, my homebrew supply lasts longer :) That said ... I currently have a Bourbon Vanilla Oaked Porter in bottles and I have an IPA ready to be brewed once I can get a little bit…

65 pounds is my goal ... feel free to add me ... that goes for anyone here :)

Just a little :wink:

2/3 - 16 miles 2/4 - 12 miles 2/6 - 16 miles 2/10 - 16 miles 2/11 - 18 miles 2/13 - 16 miles Total - 94 miles

anytime :) You're motivating me to get back to it ... so thank you!

My experience is similar to yours. I turned to it many, many years ago almost out of desperation and it changed my life. I don't practice as much as I should, in fact that's one thing I've committed to working toward, but I love it. I considered seeking out a class or group before, but never did. Not sure I will now ...…

"Rise Above This" "I Will Not Bow" EDIT to add one more - HTFU - "Harden the *kitten* up"

I <3 this post :D

I'm a man and I'll agree that we, and relationships, are generally overrated. :smile: As has been said ... get thee to the gym ASAP and wear yourself out with weights and/or cardio. As for chocolate ... indulging in some dark chocolate (80-85% stuff) is not terrible if you keep it within reason. And the chocolate…