The_Lonestar Posted March 22, 2012 Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 We'll skip over the tragic beginnings for now, as to truly relate them would require a memoir of epic proportions (and probably several libel lawsuits).Instead, we'll begin with last night. After a couple weeks of starting back on an (albeit half-hearted) exercise regimen, and breaking my big toe in the process, I decided to take a couple of pictures of myself in my skivvies for "reference." Some folk look like a pear. Some, and apple.I looked like an ice-cream cone. Ew. I won't be posting those pics anytime soon. If ever.After the subsequent temper tantrum and crying fit, I decided that enough was enough. Time to get my body into a shape that doesn't resemble snack food. Unfortunately...my toe is still broke, so running is out for a few weeks (which killed my chance to run the 5K I signed up for...kinda bummed about it). So, building back up, I'll be hitting the elliptical until I can hit the streets again.I also plan on signing up for Wing Chun Kung Fu. The nearest dojo is 30 minutes from the house, but it's either that or the Krav Maga dojo 45 minutes from me. I've taken Krav and prefer it, but I am really looking forward to saying, "I know Kung Fu." I am also hitting the body weight exercises. When I get the routine down, I'll let everybody know how it goes. Right now, life is in a bit of transition and I have a two-hour commute to work...which stinks.My plan is to be less than 20% body fat in 6 months. Right now, I'm weighing in at Hutt-ish 38%.My ultimate goal is to go from being a squishy frozen treat to a "drink of water" ninja-jedi.Wish me luck! Quote The_Lonestar www.christopheracooke.com 1st Level Ninja Jedi (Ranger/Assassin) 40% of 100% for Level-Up STR 2; DEX 2; STA 2; CON 3; WIS 3; CHA 3 http://nerdfitness.com/community/showthread.php?10955-The-Lonestar-A-Challenge-35-Years-in-the-Making "I've had a hell of a lot of fun and I've enjoyed every minute of it." --last words of Errol Flynn "It's never too late to become what you might have been". --George Elliot Link to comment
Thrillho Posted March 22, 2012 Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 Woo! Quote The cancer was aggressive, but the chemotherapy was aggressive, as well. There was aggression on both sides. Link to comment
Morrigainz Posted March 22, 2012 Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 Welcome! That seems like a lot for 6 months, but I'm a n00b myself. Quote Level ? Half-Dwarf/Half-Amazon Warrior STR:21.25 STA:15 DEX: 10.95 CON: 14 WIS:15.5 CHA:17 SWOLE BUCKS: 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Link to comment
The_Lonestar Posted March 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 @MirGSS--Should be possible. If not, I've got you guys to keep me honest, right? Quote The_Lonestar www.christopheracooke.com 1st Level Ninja Jedi (Ranger/Assassin) 40% of 100% for Level-Up STR 2; DEX 2; STA 2; CON 3; WIS 3; CHA 3 http://nerdfitness.com/community/showthread.php?10955-The-Lonestar-A-Challenge-35-Years-in-the-Making "I've had a hell of a lot of fun and I've enjoyed every minute of it." --last words of Errol Flynn "It's never too late to become what you might have been". --George Elliot Link to comment
Malnux Posted March 22, 2012 Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 Welcome and good luck! I have also just recently decided to seriously do something about my weight and shape! My target goal is to lose about 80 pounds by the end of the year. (Currently 240) It also seems like a lot but I'm willing to give it my all! Quote Half-Demon Adventurer (Hoping to become an Assassin)Fitocracy |Twitter"And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Colossians 3:17 Link to comment
The_Lonestar Posted March 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 @Malnux--Good luck! Keep me posted! Quote The_Lonestar www.christopheracooke.com 1st Level Ninja Jedi (Ranger/Assassin) 40% of 100% for Level-Up STR 2; DEX 2; STA 2; CON 3; WIS 3; CHA 3 http://nerdfitness.com/community/showthread.php?10955-The-Lonestar-A-Challenge-35-Years-in-the-Making "I've had a hell of a lot of fun and I've enjoyed every minute of it." --last words of Errol Flynn "It's never too late to become what you might have been". --George Elliot Link to comment
Istra Posted March 22, 2012 Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 Welcome and good luck! Quote Link to comment
The_Lonestar Posted March 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 @Istra--Thanks! Quote The_Lonestar www.christopheracooke.com 1st Level Ninja Jedi (Ranger/Assassin) 40% of 100% for Level-Up STR 2; DEX 2; STA 2; CON 3; WIS 3; CHA 3 http://nerdfitness.com/community/showthread.php?10955-The-Lonestar-A-Challenge-35-Years-in-the-Making "I've had a hell of a lot of fun and I've enjoyed every minute of it." --last words of Errol Flynn "It's never too late to become what you might have been". --George Elliot Link to comment
Malnux Posted March 22, 2012 Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 How are you calculating your body fat% ? Quote Half-Demon Adventurer (Hoping to become an Assassin)Fitocracy |Twitter"And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him." Colossians 3:17 Link to comment
The_Lonestar Posted March 22, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2012 @Malnux--tape measure around the abdomen and neck. Quote The_Lonestar www.christopheracooke.com 1st Level Ninja Jedi (Ranger/Assassin) 40% of 100% for Level-Up STR 2; DEX 2; STA 2; CON 3; WIS 3; CHA 3 http://nerdfitness.com/community/showthread.php?10955-The-Lonestar-A-Challenge-35-Years-in-the-Making "I've had a hell of a lot of fun and I've enjoyed every minute of it." --last words of Errol Flynn "It's never too late to become what you might have been". --George Elliot Link to comment
Morrigainz Posted March 23, 2012 Report Share Posted March 23, 2012 Have you tried any of the other tape measure bf% calculations? There's one by the Navy, and a YMCA one, and a modified YMCA one...they all gave me different results. Quote Level ? Half-Dwarf/Half-Amazon Warrior STR:21.25 STA:15 DEX: 10.95 CON: 14 WIS:15.5 CHA:17 SWOLE BUCKS: 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Link to comment
The_Lonestar Posted March 23, 2012 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2012 @MirGSS--I use US Military and one from Livestrong.com. The basic measurement is the same. I use the USM one because a) in a previous life I wore cammo and they're usually more discriminating.Go here: http://550cord.com/products/info.asp?ProductID=7&product=Army-Fitness-Calculator and use the Body Fat calculator on the right side of the screen. From all my research, it's fairly accurate. It does round to the nearest .5%, though. Quote The_Lonestar www.christopheracooke.com 1st Level Ninja Jedi (Ranger/Assassin) 40% of 100% for Level-Up STR 2; DEX 2; STA 2; CON 3; WIS 3; CHA 3 http://nerdfitness.com/community/showthread.php?10955-The-Lonestar-A-Challenge-35-Years-in-the-Making "I've had a hell of a lot of fun and I've enjoyed every minute of it." --last words of Errol Flynn "It's never too late to become what you might have been". --George Elliot Link to comment
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