Fuji Robiax Pro with ultegra components clip in shimano pedals and two pair of shoes
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/bik/2935778684.html
The weight loss is slow going but still going. 188 at the moment.
Fuji Robiax Pro with ultegra components clip in shimano pedals and two pair of shoes
http://sanantonio.craigslist.org/bik/2935778684.html
Ok - three months ago I was at my top ever weight at 226. Today I am at 193. If you're interested in how I did it... ask me.
Leg in a wood chipper?
Combined with a decent core workout (plyometrics and abs), you can see some incredible shifts in your body type by putting in miles on the bike.
My life is pretty much cycling because it is my son's sport of choice. It is the only sport that he has ever done since he was 11. At 16 he is 6'3" and 205lbs and none of it is fat or being "big boned". He does the gym three times a week (squats and core all three, and one upper body) and is usually on the bike 4 times a week for a total of 8-10 hours, depending on the type of workout he is doing.
But be warned: riding a bike for long miles won't get rid of a gut. I know too many guys who ride 100 miles every weekend and still have guts.
btw, what bike did you get?
Excellent.
For that price range, this is the best way to go. Find someone who already invested in the retail price a year or two ago. Fuji, Trek, Cannondale, Jamis, Specialized, Scott. Shimano 105 or Ultegra components. Over Christmas I reduced the garage inventory from 15 to 12 and got rid of two Cannondales and a Scott on craigslist.
As a plug, always get your bike serviced at your local bike shop (LBS). They don't just sell bikes; they KNOW bikes and can be your best friend to getting you set up on the right bike with the right accessories. I'm in Houston but I know there are some good shops in San Antonio.
The 'beetus?
Until my rear wheel fell apart last saturday I was doing 80-100 miles/week on my bike. It's really fun to ride, I love it. I just use Cyclemeter Pro for my iPhone, leave it on and it tracks pretty well via GPS. It was about 18 months ago I started riding outside, largely because I get to work from home now. Riding a stationary is just nowhere near the same, tho spinning can be some hardcore stuff.
Seriously though, I'm curious as to how you did it. I lost a similar amount (217 down to 185) but that took about 7-8 months.
My LBS replaced my rear wheel that started popping spokes like crazy for free, and tuned it up on top of it for just $30. I had bought the wheel from them, so it was nice to not even have to ask. He just said he would do it.
It was actually really simple. First, I started drinking TONS of water. I keep water on me all day. I know it sounds cliche, but it does really help you to eat less.
Second - I drink two shakes a day by Body by Vi. I'm not going to do a sales pitch. but they've really helped me to control my diet. I was averaging about 3-5 lbs lost per week once I started the shakes... and they taste great too.
LBS are great like that. Keep you on your bike... and off of the damned trainer!
oh lawdy lawd. Cycling is no joke. Crazy stamina fueld rocket legs here I come. I biked 1 mile, half up hill half just coasting and I was torched - partly because I have no idea how this gear stuff works lulz. Dis gun b fun.
Wow awesome! I can't wait to see what cycling does for me - only been out once but it was a crazy good leg workout. I fell into a 2000 Zurich LeMond bike. I really know 0 about bikes. It's got the Shimano ulterga* stuff on it, clip on anium pedals, shimano flightdeck computer, rolf wheels. I replaced the clip on pedals for a pair of $10 goofy regular pedals until I can drop coin for shoes. Bought a cheap helmet, replaced the michelin pro tires (dry and cracking) with some cheap $20 ones, degreased, washed off 5 lbs. of dust, greased. It is basically brand new and was never ridden on the street - just on stationary stand setup.
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I think I'm going to try Insanity to lose my last 10 pounds. I know some of y'all have done it. Tell me how much I'm going to hurt and hate myself afterwards....please.
Friendly advice - you don't want them.
Shut up. That's my in my avatar and there's one a few pages back. Most of the others are from like 2005.
Seriously. We went 23 pages and a few years before y'all started to insult me. Grow up. Half of you only hate on me because the cool kids do it.
Haters gonna hate.
Of all your problems, who would have ever guessed thin skin would be one of them?
You look alright to me, mama. I'd throw one in ya. I'd even wear a coyote costume if that's what does it for you. I have to warn you though…I do have herpes.
I completed p90x and then did a hybrid of p90x and insanity.Insanity is the perfect name for this program.If cardio is not your forte,then you will hate it.On the flipside,if you stick with it I promise you will love the results.One thing to keep in mind is that it is absolutely pointless to do any of this if your nutrition is bad.One cheat meal can set you back 3 days.
I'm starting up on round #2 of P90X next week. After that I may try the new P90X or Insanity. I haven't decided yet.
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