captncid Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 Hi all! I decided instead of doing a challenge to move over her for a bit. A little about me: I've been around Nerd Fitness off and on for just over 2 1/2 years. Before I found this wonderful community, there was a point in my life where I was 330 pounds. Under the traditional advice, I cut back on calories and worked out a TON! I did 6 rounds of P90X and dropped 105 pounds. Then something happened. I went to go work out and my body completely gave out on me. I thought I just needed to rest, so I took a week off. It didn't help. I became discouraged and quit. As the next year and a half wore on, the weight slowly came back on. In my frustration, I searched for what had happened. I then found Nerd Fitness and began to understand about overtraining, PROPER nutrition, and that I didn't have to kill myself at every workout. As I hung around, I began to fall in love with the community. I started to do some challenges, and unfortunately life got really crazy and I stepped away for a while. I am now back and not going anywhere My overall main goal for now is to get back around 200 pounds the right way. No more crash dieting. No more workouts that I want to throw up after. And, of course, talking about nerdy stuff! To give a baseline, here are my current stats. Weight : 285 lbs Neck: 17" Chest: 48.5 Biceps: (unflexed) 14 1/4" [emoji768] 14 1/2" (L) Waist: 50" at belly button Hips: 47 5/8" Thigh: 25" [emoji768] and (L) Calf: 17 1/8" [emoji768] and (L) In this battle log, I'll be posting all sorts of random stuff. Sometimes workouts, food pics, recipes, motivational quotes, and random videos. I look forward to having you in the journey with me!! Sent by Captain's orders via raven 1 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
alienjenn Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 yo 1 Quote Level 10.4 Wood-Elf, Ranger - specializing in demon fighting "doing the impossible since 2012 :D" - Librarian of Doom facebook battle log level 50 WOOT Backstory CNF2014 current (not challenge - doing a battle log this time) Spoiler * This is the day the Lord has made, rejoice in it and be glad. God, The Bible. * Do or do not, there is no try. - Yoda * There are three options in this life; be good, get good, or give up. -- House * Never take counsel of your fears. Stonewall Jackson. * level 50 isn't gonna just POOF happen - alienjenn, NF IRC chatroom * I'm not about to give up - Because I heard you say - There's gonna be brighter days… I won't stop, I'll keep my head up - No, I'm not here to stay ... - I just might bend but I won't break - As long as I can see your face - When life won't play along - And right keeps going wrong - And I can't seem to find my way - I know where I am found - So I won't let it drag me down - Oh, I'll keep dancing anyway - Mercy Me - Move Link to comment
captncid Posted January 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 yoHi!!Now some lively music! (This on is on my workout mix)http://youtu.be/49tpIMDy9BESent by Captain's orders via raven 2 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
captncid Posted January 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 I also decided to post my start pics here. Need the accountability.I've actually been afraid to post any of these before, however no guts, no glory..Sent by Captain's orders via raven 1 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
Harihead Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 You're gutsier than me! I take monthly pics, but I hide them in my own folder. So great of you to share! I'll be cheering you on. I have 45 pounds to go for my goal, so I'll be here a while, too. Luck, bro! 1 Quote Level 9 Ranger STR 13 | DEX 10 | STA 21 | CON 19 | WIS 20 | CHA 15 Challenges: Current | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 Groups: | Rangers | Walk to Mordor Nerd Fitness Academy level: 0 | Starting over Eat clean, walk strong, age gracefully with joy. Link to comment
alienjenn Posted January 5, 2015 Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 don't ever be ashamed of where you are you are going somewhere awesome 2 Quote Level 10.4 Wood-Elf, Ranger - specializing in demon fighting "doing the impossible since 2012 :D" - Librarian of Doom facebook battle log level 50 WOOT Backstory CNF2014 current (not challenge - doing a battle log this time) Spoiler * This is the day the Lord has made, rejoice in it and be glad. God, The Bible. * Do or do not, there is no try. - Yoda * There are three options in this life; be good, get good, or give up. -- House * Never take counsel of your fears. Stonewall Jackson. * level 50 isn't gonna just POOF happen - alienjenn, NF IRC chatroom * I'm not about to give up - Because I heard you say - There's gonna be brighter days… I won't stop, I'll keep my head up - No, I'm not here to stay ... - I just might bend but I won't break - As long as I can see your face - When life won't play along - And right keeps going wrong - And I can't seem to find my way - I know where I am found - So I won't let it drag me down - Oh, I'll keep dancing anyway - Mercy Me - Move Link to comment
captncid Posted January 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 5, 2015 And now, a dose of inspiration for today. Sent by Captain's orders via raven 3 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
captncid Posted January 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2015 For all of us dealing with the snow, here is a video showing you can do parkour, ice and all. My personal favorite free runner.http://youtu.be/nmtpngSjKqESent by Captain's orders via raven 3 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
captncid Posted January 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Not much going on today. I'm still figuring out where to work out while I'm at work. (For those who don't know, I generally work 12 to 14 hours a day.) I brought my jump rope with me to work more with it. Didn't have any extra time today, however I'm keeping it with me all this week.Now for a laugh:http://youtu.be/2UFc1pr2yUUI know, this is a random battle log. It's fun, though! Sent by Captain's orders via raven 3 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
Glacier Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 Are you still driving the tanker truck? I'm thinking a slosh tube seems pretty portable, and you're obviously decent at making things with pvc. That video... "I been on edge since they took kombucha off the shelf..." That was when I started brewing my own. My husband can still work up a good rant at Lindsay Lohan over that 1 Quote Link to comment
captncid Posted January 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 Are you still driving the tanker truck? I'm thinking a slosh tube seems pretty portable, and you're obviously decent at making things with pvc. That video... "I been on edge since they took kombucha off the shelf..." That was when I started brewing my own. My husband can still work up a good rant at Lindsay Lohan over that Yup, still driving the tanker. Delivering lots of milk and I don't drink much if it. When I remember, I'll snap a pic of what milk does to concrete over time. If anyone still thinks milk isn't acidic, that pic should straighten them out.Sent by Captain's orders via raven 1 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
captncid Posted January 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 Here ya go,The floor before I rinsed it:Same spot after I rinsed it:The floor untouched by milk:Yes, it eats concrete...Sent by Captain's orders via raven 2 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
captncid Posted January 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 Fitbit report from yesterday:Sent by Captain's orders via raven 2 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
Glacier Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 So I know almost nothing about fitbit... I'm fascinated that it can log 5.25 miles and 15 floors... But only 18 active minutes 2 Quote Link to comment
captncid Posted January 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 They were apparently not active enough for it. I'm not sure what the criteria is for active minutes.Sent by Captain's orders via raven Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
alienjenn Posted January 11, 2015 Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 http://help.fitbit.com/articles/en_US/Help_article/What-are-very-active-minutes/ What are active minutes? You earn "active minutes" when you wear your Fitbit while doing cardio workouts and high-intensity activities like jogging and running. For trackers without heart-rate sensing, you can expect your active minute count to be lower for activities that are not primarily step based, such as weight lifting, cycling, and rowing. EARNING ACTIVE MINUTES By default, you are given a starting goal of 30 active minutes a day based on the Center for Disease Control's recommendation of 20-30 minutes of daily moderate-to-intense activity. You can always change your active minutes goal to meet your personal needs. All Fitbit trackers calculate active minutes using metabolic equivalents (METs). A MET is a unit that represents the amount of oxygen used by a body during physical activity; therefore, METs are useful indicators for the intensity of physical activities. For example, a MET of 1 indicates a body at rest. Your MET value in any given minute is determined by the intensity of your activity based on your speed. ACHIEVING YOUR ACTIVE MINUTE GOAL Depending on your tracker, your dashboard will display “active minutes†for activities at or above 3 METs or “very active minutes†for activities at or above 6 METs. The Force, Charge, Charge HR, and Surge track active minutes. The Ultra, Zip, One, and Flex track very active minutes. To stay in line with the CDC’s “10 minutes at a time is fine†concept, minutes are only awarded after 10 minutes of continuous moderate-to-intense activity. You can view the CDC’s recommendations here:http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/everyone/guidelines/adults.html. The more calories you burn the higher your MET value, and therefore the more calories you burn, the higher your active minutes. When looking at your calorie graph, shown below, the green spikes indicate that you’re earning active minutes. 1 Quote Level 10.4 Wood-Elf, Ranger - specializing in demon fighting "doing the impossible since 2012 :D" - Librarian of Doom facebook battle log level 50 WOOT Backstory CNF2014 current (not challenge - doing a battle log this time) Spoiler * This is the day the Lord has made, rejoice in it and be glad. God, The Bible. * Do or do not, there is no try. - Yoda * There are three options in this life; be good, get good, or give up. -- House * Never take counsel of your fears. Stonewall Jackson. * level 50 isn't gonna just POOF happen - alienjenn, NF IRC chatroom * I'm not about to give up - Because I heard you say - There's gonna be brighter days… I won't stop, I'll keep my head up - No, I'm not here to stay ... - I just might bend but I won't break - As long as I can see your face - When life won't play along - And right keeps going wrong - And I can't seem to find my way - I know where I am found - So I won't let it drag me down - Oh, I'll keep dancing anyway - Mercy Me - Move Link to comment
captncid Posted January 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2015 Thank you!Sent by Captain's orders via raven 1 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
Harihead Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 For all of us dealing with the snow, here is a video showing you can do parkour, ice and all. My personal favorite free runner.That is an awesome video! I'm afraid I'd have to be 30 years younger to attempt any of these jumps. The one off the building with the roll is my favorite. Thanks for sharing your Fitbit info. I'd been thinking of getting one, but the computer logging seemed complicated. Quote Level 9 Ranger STR 13 | DEX 10 | STA 21 | CON 19 | WIS 20 | CHA 15 Challenges: Current | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 Groups: | Rangers | Walk to Mordor Nerd Fitness Academy level: 0 | Starting over Eat clean, walk strong, age gracefully with joy. Link to comment
alienjenn Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 I don't do any computer logging with my Fitbit. .... I just wear it and walk Quote Level 10.4 Wood-Elf, Ranger - specializing in demon fighting "doing the impossible since 2012 :D" - Librarian of Doom facebook battle log level 50 WOOT Backstory CNF2014 current (not challenge - doing a battle log this time) Spoiler * This is the day the Lord has made, rejoice in it and be glad. God, The Bible. * Do or do not, there is no try. - Yoda * There are three options in this life; be good, get good, or give up. -- House * Never take counsel of your fears. Stonewall Jackson. * level 50 isn't gonna just POOF happen - alienjenn, NF IRC chatroom * I'm not about to give up - Because I heard you say - There's gonna be brighter days… I won't stop, I'll keep my head up - No, I'm not here to stay ... - I just might bend but I won't break - As long as I can see your face - When life won't play along - And right keeps going wrong - And I can't seem to find my way - I know where I am found - So I won't let it drag me down - Oh, I'll keep dancing anyway - Mercy Me - Move Link to comment
captncid Posted January 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 That is an awesome video! I'm afraid I'd have to be 30 years younger to attempt any of these jumps. The one off the building with the roll is my favorite. Thanks for sharing your Fitbit info. I'd been thinking of getting one, but the computer logging seemed complicated.Usually all my fitbit info is on my iPhone. I just take screenshots from the app.Sent by Captain's orders via raven Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
captncid Posted January 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2015 Well, it's official. According to my fitbit, I walked from the Shire to Mordor last year. Now to get back. Sent by Captain's orders via raven 1 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
Glacier Posted January 15, 2015 Report Share Posted January 15, 2015 Awesome! And... Yeah... Don't hang around in Mordor. 1 Quote Link to comment
captncid Posted January 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 16, 2015 I'm very excited today!! One of my non rebellion friends just joined us!! I meant to post this as well, my fitbit report from 2014. Sent by Captain's orders via raven 1 Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
Harihead Posted January 18, 2015 Report Share Posted January 18, 2015 Well, it's official. According to my fitbit, I walked from the Shire to Mordor last year. Now to get back. THAT IS SO AWESOME!!! Also fab about your friend joining the Rebellion. You are ON, Mr Captain Sir! Quote Level 9 Ranger STR 13 | DEX 10 | STA 21 | CON 19 | WIS 20 | CHA 15 Challenges: Current | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7.5 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 11.5 | 12 | 13 | 14 Groups: | Rangers | Walk to Mordor Nerd Fitness Academy level: 0 | Starting over Eat clean, walk strong, age gracefully with joy. Link to comment
captncid Posted January 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2015 Hey all!I wanted to let you know I started a thread in the pub section to show off project weapons or for people who have questions about building their own.It is here:http://rebellion.nerdfitness.com/index.php?/topic/60130-nf-armory/Cheers!Sent by Captain's orders via raven Quote Level 8 Scottish Highland AssassinStr 20/ Dex 10/ Sta 15/ Con 17/ Wis 20/ Cha 13"Most of the things worth doing have been declared impossible before they were done."Daily Battle Log My Fitness Pal Fitbit Facebook Link to comment
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