Why do you want to cut caffeine out, just curious…Reading through this thread has been illuminating. I'm obese by definition but I'm constantly told that I eat like a bird. I don't snack between meals a lot. My weight has not fluctuated over the years, but instead tracks right alongside the inflation rate.
Probably my biggest sin is caffeine consumption. I have an energy drink once a day every morning. If I don't, the headaches I get by the afternoon sure let me know in a hurry. Occasionally I have a pop to drink for lunch. I've learned that caffeine in the afternoon/evening disrupts my sleep so I've cut that out.
I have managed to cut pop out once in my life and promptly lost about 15-20 pounds. As with most vices though, you start to feel invincible again and think "ah hell I can manage it".
My current goal is to ditch caffeine again, but I was wondering if anyone else had advice regarding this goal. My poison of choice is Mt. Dew's Kickstart drinks, so I think what I'm actually chasing is the sweetness that those drinks provide.
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Heart health, dental hygiene, amongst other things. I'm also hugely lethargic in the evenings, and there was an anecdote earlier in this thread saying that once they cut out caffeine in the mornings they felt a lot more energetic in the afternoon.
Ahhh got ya. The heart health makes sense if you are having certain issues. The dental hygiene isn’t really the caffeine’s fault just the delivery mechanism. Good luck.
Just got reminded that swinging an axe or a pick (a mattock in this case) is my nemesis. Don't get why I get gassed so quickly doing that while I can go bike 30-40 miles with no trouble and the same for lifting weights for 90 minutes (I don't lollygag around between sets). It is 85 out and I do get that it's more anaerobic work than aerobic but still sort bugs me.
Don't tell me to go run workouts of 400 meter sprints, think I am WAY too old for that.
Maybe should go up the street and do some fast walk repeats up the big steep hill.
Don't tell me to go run workouts of 400 meter sprints, think I am WAY too old for that.
Maybe should go up the street and do some fast walk repeats up the big steep hill.
Are there any apps that pair with existing heart rate monitors? I've got a chest strap monitor that came with a Bowflex MaxTrainer, but I'd like to get the more detailed info from an app than I can get from the Bowflex display. I don't know what brand the chest strap is, it's branded as Bowflex though I'm sure it's made by someone else.
Though to some extent, nobody can do the high exertion for a long time, but... do some weight training? Lots of reps with lower weight?Just got reminded that swinging an axe or a pick (a mattock in this case) is my nemesis. Don't get why I get gassed so quickly doing that while I can go bike 30-40 miles with no trouble and the same for lifting weights for 90 minutes (I don't lollygag around between sets). It is 85 out and I do get that it's more anaerobic work than aerobic but still sort bugs me.
Don't tell me to go run workouts of 400 meter sprints, think I am WAY too old for that.
Maybe should go up the street and do some fast walk repeats up the big steep hill.
I never did weight training until a few years ago (I'm 51) and I can't believe how much it helps. Just doing medium levels of weight for toning and strengthening, not for "gainz!" But I've noticed it helps me just doing stuff around the house - lifting and moving things, etc.
I do weight training three times a week. It's a pretty decent workout for a septuagenarian, 14 upper body exercises with +/- 35 sets of generally 12 reps. Not so much of an old man workout as it is a continuation, or variation, of what I've done for decades. #useitorloseit. First four exercises (2 sets each) are pretty light cable pull sets prescribed by physical therapists to rehab and keep my rotator cuffs happy (they both have some tears). After that it's pretty much a regular guys workout except avoiding a couple things like bench press (mostly need to keep to stuff with more of a pistol grip (dat rotator cuff thing).
Will have to add in some stationary bike and lower bod stuff once outdoor biking season ends here after October. Did add some additional weight routines this year. Talk some with niece (physical therapist) and her bodybuilding and exercise coach hubby, good pairing for advice. Do need more core stuff but core stuff is SO boring! Might hire a couple of training sessions this winter. Routine, other than the shoulder rehab part, lacks some in the flexibility area.
Over the past month I've proven that changing the diet is the biggest factor.
I strained my hamstring while I was getting a good regiment of running but had also put on some summer family reunion weight.
I have just been rehabbing the hammie so not even walking nmuch but got into a better eating schedule and dropped a few lbs.
I strained my hamstring while I was getting a good regiment of running but had also put on some summer family reunion weight.
I have just been rehabbing the hammie so not even walking nmuch but got into a better eating schedule and dropped a few lbs.
My suggestion was so smart, you've already been doing it for decades! LOL
Well, as far as adding endurance for intensity... to some extent it just really isn't a thing, no one can max out effort for a full hour. But maybe martial arts? Forms when done right (ie with power) are a super intense workout, but short. Then on to the next one. Kicking both requires and develops core strength for balance. I have been teaching TKD for almost 15 years now, so I am a big proponent. Helps my fitness - flexibility, balance, etc. It would help more if I was DOING it more and not mostly teaching & talking...
I think anytime you're using different muscles differently it can get tiring real quick.
Like when I used to hunt, I ran often etc. but walking in a grassy field was much different.
I just did Bulgarian split squats
You'd think I've never picked up a weight before.
Bulgarians - 1
KnappShack - 0
At least it wasn't a DNF
You'd think I've never picked up a weight before.
Bulgarians - 1
KnappShack - 0
At least it wasn't a DNF
I've got a bad foot/ankle. My foot has been pretty painful the past few weeks. Went a saw my podiatrist last week and he recommended new inserts (yet again), compression socks (ankle or no-show), and different shoes. New inserts have yet to arrive via amazon. Got the compression socks and they have been great so far! Feet have felt really good. Went with Brooks shoes this time over Saucony and New Balance. These have made the biggest difference by far!! The strange thing is the guy at Fitness Sports recommended going up a size and from a narrow to a medium. I've got size 12 and 13 shoes as they all have a different fit (all Nike). So now I'm in a size 14 shoe. They have been a great shoe! So much so I bought a pair for everyday and one for the gym.
I wear Brooks and really should get a new pair as my old running shoes have worn quite a bit. They're generally very good.
I pulled/strained a hamstring roughly 6 weeks ago and have been rehabbing and am getting close but need to find the balance to run a bit but not over do it.
I do those every time I lift as it seems to work the hell out of my legs, better than just normal lower body exercises.
I feel it way more as a glute move. Pre covid I did an in person gym class and she'd have us put the back leg on a damn yoga ball.
One of our favorites is sheetpan sausage and veggies. You can use whatever veggies you like, but we usually use yellow squash/zucchini, broccoli/cauliflower, and peppers alongside smoked sausage and sweet potatoes. Chop it all and put it on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season at your discretion (we like the Dan-O's low sodium). Bake at 400 for 20 minutes. We usually get 4-6 servings out of this. We have it probably once a month.
I also follow Safe Space Nutrition on Facebook and via Patreon for some menu ideas.
We use a lot of Hello Fresh recipes, we don't subscribe anymore, but they list all their recipes for free. I like them because most are pretty simple prep, the directions are clear, the calories and macros are listed, and they taste good.
https://hellofresh.com/recipes
I have a google doc with a bunch that we've tried, I can PM it to you if you want.
I did NOT know their recipes were available and free. Thanks for the heads up.
