saroufall Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Hey Rebels, I came across this site not too long ago on my quest to learn as much as possible about fitness and nutrition. Im a 25 year old father, who has just recently hit rock bottom in terms of fitness. My weights the highest its ever been, a crushing 270 lbs, and I don't think its possible for me to be less active than I have been in the past year. Coincidence? I think not. A diet of food like products and working the night shift for a total of 70 hrs a week in a job that, for the most part, is about as physically demanding as sunbathing has resulted in a physique that would allow for me to audition for the the Blob in the next X-men movie. Its time to make a change. I have a five year old son and twin boys that are supposed to make their grand debut any day now. Im going to need the energy to keep up with them, and a body to withstand being the coach of every sport, a sparring partner, and a makeshift playground whenever they decide to climb and jump on dad. I dont want to be the father watching from the sidelines. So this is my pledge to get in shape and get active. Its not going to be easy and I have a long way to go, so I better get started. 3 Quote Level 5 Changeling RangerSTR:13 | DEX:14 | STA:14 | CON:5 | WIS:10 | CHA:5"Success is not final, failure is not fatal."Current Challenge | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 Link to comment
Basement Cat Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Welcome to the rebellion, Saroufall! It's awesome that you want to get in good shape for your family. Good luck with your goals and keep us posted! 1 Quote Current form: Chubby House Cat (lvl4) Weight objective: 20% S. 4 P. 6 E. 4 C. 7 I. 8 A. 4 L. 5 Battle log Current Challenge Handy linky. Link to comment
Blackstroke Posted January 20, 2014 Report Share Posted January 20, 2014 Awesome! What a great reason to get in shape! Good luck, let us know how you plan to do it! 1 Quote Blackstroke, Reborn AssassinStarting BW: 275 lb @ 5'11"Long-term Goal: 200 lb (and body recomp) Link to comment
saroufall Posted January 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2014 Thanks for the welcome! Im planning to join the next 6 week challenge when it starts up in February, but theres no reason why I can't get started now, right? I used to always believe that the only way to get in shape was to own one of those magical gym memberships. Now Im focusing on bodyweight/resistance training, running, and throwing in a little yoga and cardio kickboxing for fun. 1 Quote Level 5 Changeling RangerSTR:13 | DEX:14 | STA:14 | CON:5 | WIS:10 | CHA:5"Success is not final, failure is not fatal."Current Challenge | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 Link to comment
MelHay333 Posted January 22, 2014 Report Share Posted January 22, 2014 Hey! I have 9yo twin sons. You've picked a great time to start getting into shape. Trust me you will need it! But it is so doable ... Good luck! 2 Quote MelHay333Melissa HaynesHuman Level 1 (working toward Druid/Ranger)Str 0 Dex 0 Sta 0 Con 0 Wis 0 Cha 0 Not all who wander are lost. - J.R.R. Tolkien Link to comment
saroufall Posted February 2, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Thanks for the encouragement! Nine year olds, wow! My boys were born Thursday and I already forgot what a good night's sleep is. 2 Quote Level 5 Changeling RangerSTR:13 | DEX:14 | STA:14 | CON:5 | WIS:10 | CHA:5"Success is not final, failure is not fatal."Current Challenge | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 Link to comment
Vasilis777 Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Welcome! That is a great reason to get in shape with lots of motivation! I'm hoping you'll meet all your goals and have lots of fun days with your boys! We're all here to help you get there and we're journeying together! You're never alone in the rebellion. 2 Quote Vasilis, level 3Lycan, RangerSTR |5.5| DEX|4| STA|4| CON|6| WIS|5| CHA|0|Previous Challenge: Level 1 Rebel, Rangers, Rangers, Monks Current Challenge: MonksTrack Calories with MyFitnessPal (4.5% per comp) 9%9% MOSSA Power and Fight (5% per comp) 0%0% No Soda (4% per comp) 8%8% Bed by 10:30 awake by 6:30 (2.25% per each per comp) 0%0% Link to comment
citizenkade Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Welcome to the Rebellion! 270 is a great place to start! Now, go kick some ass! 1 Quote Race: Half Elf/Human. Class: Wildling Ranger. Level: 3 STR: 6 DEX: 2 STA: 7 CON: 5 WIS: 3 CHA: 0 First Campaign Second Campaign Daily Campaign Battle Log MY FITNESS PAL LOG Link to comment
SevenofSeven Posted February 2, 2014 Report Share Posted February 2, 2014 Congratulations on your twins! Mine twin boys are now 17 and I am again having sleepless nights when they go out.......it never really ends! You have taken the first steps, well done. This is a fantastic site for tips and hints, and the people are very supportive and lovely. Good Luck. 2 Quote Wait! What............? Link to comment
saroufall Posted February 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted February 9, 2014 Thanks guys! The community here is really great, and you're all so kind and full of knowledge! Working on coming up with plans for the next 6 week challenge now. Quote Level 5 Changeling RangerSTR:13 | DEX:14 | STA:14 | CON:5 | WIS:10 | CHA:5"Success is not final, failure is not fatal."Current Challenge | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 Link to comment
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