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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
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 Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:28:13
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...a beer-belly without giving up the sauce? I'm 6'0, 175 lbs...height/weight proportioned, and not in bad physical shape without having gone to the gym now for a couple years (lazy). However, my metabolism seems to be slowing as I get older (I'm almost 34), and it shows in the gut. Any exorcise/nutrition tips to shed this area a bit without being too strenuous? I know running helps, and I used to run a lot, however shin-splints have lately become a bore.
Catchin' blue in his eyes that were brown
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:29:26
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Stay off the beer.
I joined the secret forum, and all I got was this lousy secret
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
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Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:32:20
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i drink excessive beer and run and have a minimal gut. try running again..
i know what you mean though. i go running on the beach. the sand is better for my knees. i hate running on cement. but one tip: it's better for you if you run on an incline.. uphill and downhill. give that a go.
then reward yourself with a cold beer |
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Carolynanna
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Canada
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Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:32:44
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That's tough because alcohol slows your testosterone production
which is key in turning fat into muscle.
So drinking a beer or two everyday will mean that you will have chronically low testosterone levels which makes it tough to bust that gut.
Drink less often or more sporadically.
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Don't eat while you're drinking.
Something about alcohol makes your body want to retain fat while you are drinking.
All of this brought to you by the heresay of my brother.
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This is the war and not the warning. |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:35:52
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Originally posted by Carolynanna
That's tough because alcohol slows your testosterone production
i've never heard that. i don't think that's true. my testosterone production seems to be doing fine.
i have gigantic testies |
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mosleyk
= Cult of Ray =
USA
607 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:36:50
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Stubborn belly fat? Have you tried cortislim? (no idea if this works, but the commercials are amusing)
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:37:04
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I drink lots of beer too floop and I never get a gut, but this guy obviously does.
I joined the secret forum, and all I got was this lousy secret
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:40:52
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I tried slicing off the extra pounds, but that just resulted in blood and a lot off pain. Thanks floop. I'll try the incline running. Maybe I'll get really drunk first so it will be fun!
Catchin' blue in his eyes that were brown
-bRIAN |
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 14:45:34
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Try dancing around your room to Weezer (yeah I lied, I'm never gonna let it lie).
I joined the secret forum, and all I got was this lousy secret
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starmekitten
-= Forum Pistolera =-
United Kingdom
6370 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:08:43
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 meeting people is easy |
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Cheeseman1000
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Iceland
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Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:12:23
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I'm with you dude. My only hints would be, don't go for ridiculous fad diets, be patient instead and go for the long run. Not long running, long run.
I've tried cutting out junk food and snacks, eating a more balanced diet, walking a load more and sit-ups. I've noticed nothing yet in terms of belly loss, but I feel a bit better in myself and apparently I have better skin, which is nice.
en el amor se esconden las respuestas |
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:16:10
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quote:
Originally posted by floop
i know what you mean though. i go running on the beach. the sand is better for my knees. i hate running on cement. but one tip: it's better for you if you run on an incline.. uphill and downhill. give that a go.
then reward yourself with a cold beer
Running up or down hills kills my knees.
If your knees really bother you cycling or swimming is better, but both take more time than running. Other good fat losers are racquetball, basketball, ultimate, anything fun that makes you move alot. |
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starmekitten
-= Forum Pistolera =-
United Kingdom
6370 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:20:53
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quote:
Originally posted by darwin
Running up or down hills kills my knees.
If your knees really bother you cycling or swimming is better, but both take more time than running. Other good fat losers are racquetball, basketball, ultimate, anything fun that makes you move alot.
Whats that?
meeting people is easy |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:22:38
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Originally posted by darwin
Running up or down hills kills my knees.
i've always heard it's better than running on flat ground. but yeah, there are better things you can do.. swimming is great, but it's not always easy to find a pool. running is great because you can just leave your house and instantly start working out. none of this drive to gym, park, walk in, go to the locker room, blah blah..
i think when you work out at a gym you're more inclined to flake out. it's easier to make an excuse to yourself and be like, "it's too late to go to the gym" or whatever |
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starmekitten
-= Forum Pistolera =-
United Kingdom
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:27:55
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| i may develop Popliteus Tendonitis, but at least i'll look good doing it |
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Cheeseman1000
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Iceland
8201 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:29:41
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quote:
Originally posted by starmekitten
quote:
Originally posted by darwin
Running up or down hills kills my knees.
If your knees really bother you cycling or swimming is better, but both take more time than running. Other good fat losers are racquetball, basketball, ultimate, anything fun that makes you move alot.
Whats that?
meeting people is easy
Ultimate frisbee. Waaaaay exhausting.
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:30:24
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Ultimate - might be called something else in the UK, it's kind of like your football but you're throwing a frisbee and you can't run with it, it involves a lot running try to get open and trying guard the other team
floop - I agree, running is the easiest, I go for quick 25 minute runs, I like cycling but that has to be for at least an hour. |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:31:51
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| i'm fortunate to be able to run on the sand, which is great. but if i didn't live near the beach i'm sure i could find a park with some grass somewhere, which would be better than cement |
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starmekitten
-= Forum Pistolera =-
United Kingdom
6370 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:32:54
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oh! OH! I know it! One of my lecturers at my undergrad university was one of you 'mericans, he told me in a club one night that he had represented his country at frisbee.
He got quite mocked for this, we said to him it should be an olympic sport like curling and pointed and laughed a bit. He went off in a terrible huff until he came back with more drinks we didn't ask for and danced badly to James - Laid.
meeting people is easy |
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darwin
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
5454 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:39:03
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| I know a guy (a assistant professor or whatever you call them over there) in the UK who is on the UK national ultimate team. Or at least, that's what he tells me. |
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PixieSteve
> Teenager of the Year <
Poland
4698 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:40:10
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i know a guy who volunteers to be a frisbee
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starmekitten
-= Forum Pistolera =-
United Kingdom
6370 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:52:56
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quote:
Originally posted by darwin
I know a guy (a assistant professor or whatever you call them over there) in the UK who is on the UK national ultimate team. Or at least, that's what he tells me.
You mean a lecturer? I hope it's not the same guy (after I have insulted him and all) plant biochemist this guy, name of Hooks? can't dance for shit (but makes mean eggnog)?
I just googled UK national team and I don't think there is one, there seems to be about a hundred.
looks tiring this frisbee game.
meeting people is easy |
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mosleyk
= Cult of Ray =
USA
607 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 15:57:26
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You know, I watched this great show PBS about dieting and overall health. It broke down all the myths, explained everything you ever wanted to know about all the fad diets out there (atkins, south beach, etc.) You name it! It was the best, most accurate documentary on the subject I had ever seen. I tried doing a search on the PBS website for it, and couldn't find it. (Unfortunately I don't remember the title.)Which is quite sad, since I would recommend watching it for anyone wanting to improve their overall health and/or belly.
Basically the bottom line is eat less calories (focusing on good fats, carbs, proteins and of course fruit/vegs) and exercise more. The only way to do that is to educate yourself on what your are eating and how much your burning.
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 16:18:34
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it's not a fat belly, it's your liver swelling
mm, poison
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 16:30:32
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quote:
Originally posted by Little Black Francis
it's not a fat belly, it's your liver swelling
mm, poison
... guitar god potion
Actually, it's your belly.
When the liver swells, you can actually see the outline of it above your abdomen.
But, nevertheless, it was funny.
Catchin' blue in his eyes that were brown
-bRIAN |
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Little Black Francis
> Teenager of the Year <
3648 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 16:44:02
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Ok then, maybe if one of your hobbies wasn't pepperoni...
... guitar god potion |
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TRANSMARINE
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
2002 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 17:00:21
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Catchin' blue in his eyes that were brown
-bRIAN |
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Carolynanna
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Canada
6556 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 17:14:36
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quote:
Originally posted by floop
quote:
Originally posted by Carolynanna
That's tough because alcohol slows your testosterone production
i've never heard that. i don't think that's true. my testosterone production seems to be doing fine.
i have gigantic testies
http://www.findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0847/is_n2_v15/ai_12490153
"Hypogonadism may be caused by direct effects of alcohol on the testis; it can also be caused by effects of alcohol on parts of the brain that regulate gonadal function."
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Cult_Of_Frank
= Black Noise Maker =
Canada
11687 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 17:52:46
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quote:
Originally posted by darwin
quote:
Originally posted by floop
i know what you mean though. i go running on the beach. the sand is better for my knees. i hate running on cement. but one tip: it's better for you if you run on an incline.. uphill and downhill. give that a go.
then reward yourself with a cold beer
Running up or down hills kills my knees.
If your knees really bother you cycling or swimming is better, but both take more time than running. Other good fat losers are racquetball, basketball, ultimate, anything fun that makes you move alot.
Just 'cause you play raquetball doesn't make you a fat loser! :P
 "Joined the Cult of Frank / And you'll be enlightened" |
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NimrodsSon
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1938 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 18:40:53
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Originally posted by TRANSMARINE
I know running helps, and I used to run a lot, however shin-splints have lately become a bore.
Shin-splits shouldn't be a problem if you stretch properly before and after and don't over-run. Vary your running also. Rather than running the same thing every day, have on and off days, distance and workout days (such as 800's, hills, etc.; you have to build up your muscles and endurance); and also have on and off weeks--maybe every two or three weeks have an off week where you don't run as far and your workouts aren't as intense. If you do everything properly, you shouldn't have any problems with shin-splints (except perhaps some minor discomfort in the beginning). Sorry if I sound like a cross-country coach.
ˇViva los Católicos! http://adrianfoster.dmusic.com/ |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 05/06/2005 : 22:46:50
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| yoga/pilates... firms your core and is a great place to meet chicks! |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2005 : 07:41:24
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| The water retension thing is pretty much nonsense. It's the sugary content of beer that ads weight. |
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Carolynanna
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Canada
6556 Posts |
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Surfer Rosa
> Teenager of the Year <
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Posted - 05/07/2005 : 08:01:34
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| Booze makes you eat really stupid food - that is the only possible reason why things like kebab shops exist in England. |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 05/07/2005 : 08:03:14
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| It's true, you'll eat dog shit when your drunk! ;) |
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