I like this thread. When I started losing weight, my cholesterol was 241, my resting heart rate was 92, my bp was 120/80, and my weight was 220 (I’m 5’8”). After 6 or so weeks, my cholesterol was 160, bp was 110/70, resting heart rate was 55, and weight was 165 or so. Changed my life. I rode my bike 60-100 miles a day on long days, did triathlons, and generally added life to my years. I did workout like a mad man, but my diet basically was half my plate was lean protein and half was veggies. Mostly broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, spinach. Any real carb was a whole carb source like a potato (half a potato at most). I did have a cheat meal every week, usually pizza, but it was always after a long workout Friday or Saturday night. I used myfitnesspal to track macros. I kept my calories at around 1800-1900, protein over 200, fats under 100, carbs under 50, and sugar very low. On days where I rode for over 60 miles, I’d add 1000 calories to my day. But on a regular day, those 1800 calories became 1200 because I burned 600 working out. I enjoyed workouts because it meant I could eat more. The plan was simple, sticking to it a bit more difficult. I was motivated, and not dying for my kids was super motivational. I’ve fallen off the horse a bit, and I’m back up to 180, but I’ve started my diet again and I’m going for a ride today. Threads like these remind me of where I need to be and what I need to do. So, thanks!
