And So It Begins

[Sourdough]

I have not had to diet so far to loose the 40# but I'll have to diet now, as other than some chores, and my daily walks, it is mostly reading a good book. And unless the book is Penthouse, I don't burn many colories reading.

[crashdive123]

You could always take the long way to the outhouse.

[Sourdough]

You could always take the long way to the outhouse.

Thanks for the reminder: Tomorrow I'll need to pump the three 55 Gal. drums of non-potable water into the outhouse, and stir it up.

[crashdive123]

Well if it wasn't non-potable before you pumped it..........

[BENESSE]

Thanks for the reminder: Tomorrow I'll need to pump the three 55 Gal. drums of non-potable water into the outhouse, and stir it up.

You know what they say about stirring up $hit?

[crashdive123]

Pot stirrer - Porta Potty stirrer --- Potato - Potahto.

[Winnie]

Been holding pretty steady. Working on increasing my physical activity. Just gotta get my body to cooperate.

Perhaps it's just that I haven't seen you in a year, so I notice the difference more, but I reckon your weight is just about fine. If you hadn't said which one was you in the group photo, I was going to ask!

[Wise Old Owl]

Make sure you write down everything consumed or drunk, little or no alcohol

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They were a very successful company but after a what I remember was a seven year run they were bankrupt. So I think I am ok on the copyright.

[crashdive123]

Well, I started this thread about four years ago. During the ensuing three years I dieted and exercised successfully and unsuccessfully. The bottom line was that I was never able to achieve long term success. It took well over a year to make the decision, but I finally decided to take drastic action. I am nearing retirement, and thought - what's the point if I can't do the things that I enjoy. I (we) work hard all our lives so that we can live comfortably, but that shouldn't mean not doing things that we enjoy or finally have time to do in retirement. Even with my obesity I still was very active, but was finding it more and more difficult to do the things I enjoy.

So............Last January (the 22nd) I had gastric bypass surgery. Now - this is not a "magic bullet", but it certainly set me on the correct path. I still have to work at it every day. I have now reached my goal weight of 180 (a 130 pound loss) and have been maintaining so far. I exercise regularly, eat five small meals a day, and track everything.

I encourage anybody that has weight issues to take a look at it. You may/probably won't need to take as drastic a step as I did, but for your future enjoyment and the enjoyment of your loved ones - please take a look.

B has always said (and is correct) that we too often overlook our own physical survival while focusing on the latest gear and gadgets. My thoughts were that the latest and greatest gear wouldn't help me if I had to use a walker to get around.

Here's a current, albeit fuzzy pic.

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[natertot]

Wow! You look great! It is amazing to see the transformation since I last saw you Oct of 2013. Congratulations on your success. I thank you for sharing your experience and encouraging others to take action. I am now the heaviest I have ever been at 202lbs and have about 40lbs to lose. This is very encouraging for me to begin to at least try to do something. Thanks and enjoy the new body!


I tried to give you rep, but it said I need to spread the love.

[Batch]

Great job Crash!

[hunter63]

I second Nate comments.....That a long hard road.....way to go Dave
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I'm past 1 year of non-smoking, still go work out 3 days a week, for cardio...got results back of heart function, still good.....

Continued success to you and everyone that is going the health improvement route.

Got ya covered Nate......Rep sent.

[BENESSE]

All I can say is, WOW! You look like a whole different person and you look younger, somehow. Maybe because we expect younger people to be slim and in shape. SO glad you pulled the trigger on that one. I'll bet Mrs, C feels like she is cheating on her husband with you.
Congratulations on your perseverance throughout the years!

[1stimestar]

Dang Crash, you look fantastic! Yep, last week I started on a "diet". I keep complaining that all my friends are turning into fat old ladies who don't want to go do anything fun (camping, canoeing, etc.) but in truth, I was too. I weigh more now then I ever have other then when pregnant and am not ok with it. So yep, working it!

[Winnie]

Well, all I can say is congratulations! I'm having the same issues and doesn't seem to matter how much I work at it, I never keep weight off.

[Phaedrus]

Looks like it's working great for you, Crash!

[Rick]

You should be very proud of what you've accomplished. As others have said, you look great!

[wilderness medic]

Got dang Chief! Good job!

Now I have to run to the gym, i'm embarrassed

[tjwilhelm]

WOO HOO! Lookin' great! This is a full-on inspiration to me, Crash! Thank you! I've been having similar thoughts myself, of late -- what good is the gear if the old carcass won't cooperate the way it needs to in a survival situation. Physical conditioning really is critical. Thank you!

[TXyakr]

That is great crash! A very difficult challenge.

Just last night my 13 year old daughter had a fight with her older sister about which snacks were just hers. She told me that all the snacks and small meals in the pantry that are mine are very yucky. I told her they are that way intentionally and I drink 2 - 4 quarts of water per day on a cool day for a reason. Park remotely etc. Someday she will understand the method to my madness.