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any guys working on reducing belly, pants size ard here?

Post by happy101 » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 6:10 pm

maybe we can share stories, tips, etc.

it seems like I only can manage to lose 1 inch over slightly 1 month now, by eating 1 (dinner only) meal a day. the rest of the day, stealing snacks, cigarettes and fruits here and there just to get rid of the pangs. The fats on my limbs, neck, face, were a huge success however the bulge stomach always been a challenge (and disappointment).

I wonder how and the fastest way to do this. (Not really into those liposuctions, and whatever not, prefer to achieve this naturally on my own).

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Post by nutnut » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 6:56 pm

That sounds like a terrible diet, no wonder it isn't working! you tried eating 3-4 meals a day of healthy food in smaller portions that you are used to?
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Post by happy101 » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 7:57 pm

nutnut wrote:That sounds like a terrible diet, no wonder it isn't working! you tried eating 3-4 meals a day of healthy food in smaller portions that you are used to?
never thought of that however that does make a lot of sense scientifically.

I can see the problem that once I start a meal proper, no matter how small at first, it probably be second, third, fourth, etc helpings until I finally realised. Maybe that's why I guess dont even dare to start a meal during the day. The snacks I mentioned - jacobs, choco, mac fruity ice-creams and the latest favourites - the local "kro-poke" deep-fried shrimp crackers, samosa triangles during the day, I guess that adds to the terrible diet, thanks for pointing that out.

Now that I mention those, need to go out for awhile to get those...be back soon.

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Post by v4jr4 » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 8:26 pm

Try jog, for at least 30 minutes on daily basis.
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Post by sundaymorningstaple » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 9:04 pm

Happy101,

I've been there and back. Read my story below....

I am a new Man!

And this later thread which is still active with general advice and some alternative views, some garbage and some so-so, as well as insights to my program as well.

http://forum.singaporeexpats.com/ftopic74735.html
SOME PEOPLE TRY TO TURN BACK THEIR ODOMETERS. NOT ME. I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW WHY I LOOK THIS WAY. I'VE TRAVELED A LONG WAY, AND SOME OF THE ROADS WEREN'T PAVED. ~ Will Rogers

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Post by xandersdad1 » Tue, 28 Aug 2012 10:12 pm

I started my weight loss journey at 260 lbs two years ago. Yesterday I weighed in at 166 lbs. i used no tricks or gimmicks. I did push ups, sit ups and ran. I also reduced my portion size which was easier when I moved to Singapore.
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Post by nakatago » Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:33 am

Another vote here for sensible meals (low carb, high fiber, reasonable protein...that sort of thing) and exercise. Never ever go on a starvation diet; just ask the Muslims about weight after Ramadan.
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Post by happy101 » Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:03 am

thanks everyone. yea, now that you mention, i been observing the Muslims especially the ladies, are as big nonetheless, still I'm equally no better.

sundaystaple - been reading your thread. That's some awesome story you gave. Thank you. Made me recall my own service time: "never fail the soldier next to you".... "never fail your comrades"..."he aint heavy, he's my brother...." perhaps that's the motivation trick I need now. Salute.

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Post by v4jr4 » Wed, 29 Aug 2012 11:57 am

nakatago wrote:Never ever go on a starvation diet; just ask the Muslims about weight after Ramadan.
Feeding frenzy! :lol:
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Post by sundaymorningstaple » Wed, 29 Aug 2012 12:51 pm

SOME PEOPLE TRY TO TURN BACK THEIR ODOMETERS. NOT ME. I WANT PEOPLE TO KNOW WHY I LOOK THIS WAY. I'VE TRAVELED A LONG WAY, AND SOME OF THE ROADS WEREN'T PAVED. ~ Will Rogers

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Post by happy101 » Wed, 29 Aug 2012 4:35 pm

sundaymorningstaple wrote:some additional reading

http://forum.singaporeexpats.com/ftopic45928.html
thank you very much.

As i read, what hits me is the purpose+discipline which i have luxuriated over years and time. Now, it seems like the ram up there been replaced with anything goes taste buds - now, im beginning to think all that acronyms you gave HBP, etc, some enemy catching on if I don't start moving. But once started, its always that losing grip, getting it back, losing grip, etc. maybe, if I re-focus on creating mental pictures to hang on to, might just be able to trick myself into health, every moment when grip is slipping. I know it can be done. The matter is more of mental one than physical, the impressions I get and feel from the first link thread. No body and health deserve to be ruined, except only second chances.

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