Beer Drinker Appreciation/Accountability Society 3 - Closed (Page 31)

Originally posted by kevinbe

I just looked at the beginning HIM 20 week plan on this site. I used this plan for my one and only tri to date, and I found it to work flawlessly in preparing me for my HIM. Not only did I meet my goal, I exceeded it, largely due to believing in the plan and sticking with it. I would recommend it to anyone in the BDAAS as a great entry level plan into HIM.

I am going to start this on Monday. Even though I don't have an event to train for, I think it will get me ready for any sprint, or OLY that I embark upon this year. There used to be a real active thread in the IM training forum for this free HIM 20 week plan with many on the board that had used the plan multiple times for multiple events. Their experience was also invaluable to me, and was a great resource as a "first timer."

Originally posted by kevinbe

What's a "normal" meal for you, and what do you do to balance indulgence against gluttony, and when and where does over-eating and earning food become binge eating and a problem/illness? (Charles)

Charles. This question is near and dear to my heart, and defines the struggles I've been going through ever since I quit as a single person, and got married and had kids 11 years ago.

I used to be able to eat anything without consequence. I grew up this way for 25 years. I could drink anything/ in any amount, without it effecting my body size/ activity. It was gluttony. It was learned behavior I picked up growing up in the family I was in. It just didn't bite me until I got married, got less active, and metabolism slowed way down. I would have a huge plate of food at Thanksgiving, go back for an even bigger plate for seconds, and have another huge plate of desert an hour later. I ate until it physically hurt at times. It was gross. I would joke about living in Roman times when they would turn their heads at the table and puke, only to consume more. I thought it was funny. My "usual" meal was 2-3x bigger than a recommended portion. I could easily put away a large pizza. I would eat a whole 1/2 gallon of ice cream. I was such a bad influence on my wife, she gained 120 lbs. living with me the first 5 years of our marriage. It was unhealthy.

My wife turned this around a few years ago in her own life, and has lost 130 pounds over that time. She's had 3 kids, and is healthier than when we first got married. I've only begun this transformation 2 months ago, and have managed to lose and maintain a 10 pound loss over that stretch. So far.

When I was an alcoholic, it was because I had a mindset that alcohol consumed me and I would drink until I couldn't function. To get over that, I had to take back control of my life from alcohol. I had to change my mindset. I quit drinking for over 5 years. I was dry. In that time, I learned I did NOT have a disease, simply I had allowed it to consume me. If I did not give up control of my life to it, I could enjoy it without it consuming me.

It's been the same with food. I had a mindset that allowed it to take over. I was an addict. I couldn't be in a room with it, or I would eat it in large quantities. Unfortunately, I couldn't not eat for 5 years. I did however have to change my mindset. It no longer controls me. I now look at food as fuel. I control it. I eat it to nourish my body. Each meal is planned. I control portions by going off of the portion size on the box. If I eat a couple lighter meals for breakfast and lunch, I can eat a bigger meal for dinner. But now, I only eat good food that is not loaded with fat and sugar. I try to stay away from breads, noodles, sugars, and stick to more protein based foods such as eggs, meats, beans. I eat 100% more vegetables and fruits than before. I am able to do this, because my wife has done it before me and is doing this in her life to. I frequently walk away from sugary desert snack foods because they are junk calories, and they do not nourish me or refuel my body in a good way.

Even my rewards are now done in consideration to my health. Instead of 4-5 IPA's an evening, because I earned them, I now drink 4-5 in a week. I will cheat on Monday nights, but I workout for 4 hours on Mondays, so it allows for it. I will have 1 meal that is a little less healthy a week because I can now do that. Food does not control me. I can eat a junky meal and not have it send me into a tailspin. It's because of the mindset shift that occurred. I was ill for so long, I didn't even know I was ill. It's who I was. Now, I am healthy, and look forward to staying healthy for myself, my family, and friends for years to come.

Hope that helps.

Originally posted by MOlsen

I'm wrapping up January by regaining the title in my company's 3rd annual Chili Cook-off, my  cuisine reigns supreme! Last year's winner took second place so next year the rivalry will continue. After work I plan on going for at least a 3 or 4 mile run to burn off some of the copious amounts of chili I ate and celebrate with a nice tasty brew.

On Saturday I'll try to post my January totals. If I get my run in tonight I'll have 28/31 days of workouts, with more than a few couple double workout days.

Originally posted by SportzVision



Kevin and Mrs. Kevin are amazing! I too used to weigh 70-75lbs more than I do now. It too was a change in how I viewed food. When I finally made the changes it was slow, like most things I do. I added more water and exercise; if I wanted cake I did not pick at the cake all day anymore, I cut a small slice and had a full on relationship with that slice of cake and savored every bite. Then if the urge for more cake started to creep in later in the day I reminded myself I had cake and it was good I don't need more...now there can be ice cream in the house and cake and I may or may not have some. As Kevin says I don't allow it to rule me.

Of course I can still stand to lose 30lbs...most people who see me say no way but its an illusion my friend...I need to lose the weight. I struggle with it because I really don't try. When I decide to really work at my meal planning and food it will come off so right now I keep making those small changes, not really taking anything away but adding more veggies, fruits and water.

Originally posted by SportzVision Do you share your recipe or is it top secret?

Originally posted by MOlsen

My recipe is based on one of Alton Brown's recipes in an episode of Good Eats, and yes it does involve beer  I change up the spices a bit (my own "secret" dry rub blend) and cook it in a crock pot.

Originally posted by jeffnboise

You had me at ALTON BROWN.  Food genius!

 

My favorite Chili is from Guy Fieri. I made this recipe at our last subdivision cook off and won!! I did modify it a little as I am not a huge bean fan. I had to include Bacon since the first ingredient called for Bacon Grease and I did not have any. i also added some rib meat that was smoked from the previous day. Oh yeah It included Beer.

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/guy-fieri/dragons-breath-chili-recipe.html

 

Originally posted by ripariangal

I am always up for a new chili recipie! I will have to check out Alton Brown.

I did pre-season test set in the pool today and came away certain that if I had to do the olympic swim today I would die. No being dramatic - just stating a fact. Thank god I have 5 months before my first race. I thought I was in ok shape but I was proven very wrong today. Granted I have not been in the pool in maybe 16 months but jeez. I couldn't even do 50m without needing at least 45sec of hanging onto the poolwall. I am posting the pathetic timing sheet on the wall beside my desk where I can see it. That way if I even begin to think that I can miss a swim workout I can shame myself into getting my butt to the pool.

The past few weeks have been very humbling. There is such a vast difference between being 'in shape' in the gym to compete in bodybuilding vs. the level of fitness needed to compete in triathlons. I feel like a complete newbie. On the bright side I am getting back into the groove quickly and I feel like I have a better handle on my training plan than I did back in 2012. No where to go but up!

Workout tally (I will bike tonight): 4/28

Quotes for the week:
"Fatigue makes cowards of us all." - Vince Lombardi
“The more you sweat in practice, the less you bleed in battle.” - unknown

Originally posted by Qua17

I'm in a funk. Yesterday, during my long ride, I made it through about 90 minutes of a 2 and 1/2 hour ride when my left hip started to hurt but in a slightly different way. Just a weird kind of ache - but in the same spot as where it's been hurting. So, I hopped off the bike early (which didn't make me happy because i had missed my long run on Friday - which I drank a coors for).

Well this afternoon while carrying christmas supplies down to the basement - I felt a new pain - this one about 2 inches below the left knee right on that bony pair on the side of the leg. Sharp upon impact with each stair but less when no weight was on it. Now - a few hours later, it still hurts/aches a bit. Maybe a two or three on a scale of ten. no idea why.

When you mix in the fact that I think I have a pinched nerve in my right shoulder.... grrr. I am absolutely frustrated. Just wanted to b1tch... Ready and willing to do the work - I just want my body to let me. I must have done something during the ride... so I think a call to my LBS is in order for a possible refit....

Originally posted by Qua17 Got in a swim, run, and PT so I'm at 3.5 for the month so far. Shoulder still hurts. Trying to set up a message for my hip and shoulder. Question - has anyone ever done accu puncture?

Originally posted by b2b14



I feel your pain. As someone who has actually said "I think I'd rather get shot in the leg than have to run 5 miles" I find it semi humorous that I saw someone running while I was up early on vacation and got jealous.

3/4 for the month. Did a cross fit workout yesterday 1 mile then 100 pull ups, 200 push ups, 300 air squats, 1 mile. The exercises can be broken up so I did sets of 5-10-15. I also traded the runs for 8 min on a bike at 90 rpm. due to schedule change no workout today, although i'll be up and moving around with 40 lbs of gear on all day. Prob not the best for my stress fracture. Y'all are definatly keeping me going though this injury as I watch my chance of finishing a marathon in March slipping.

I will have a flying dog Imperial IPA tonight after work