I plugged my numbers into a BMI calculator. 5'3" and 275lbs. 48.7 was the result.
Then just for fun, I plugged a co-workers approximate numbers. He is 6'5" and he's mentioned that he weighs 400lbs. His result was 47.4.
He is the biggest guy I know, yet technically, I am bigger than he is. That is shocking to me to think of it in that perspective.
I know BMI doesn't tell the whole story, but still to see the comparison blew me away.
4 days
Kitsune:
I will admit I never went on an intense ride ever in my lifetime. I do want to try one though. Maybe Space Mountain can be my first baby steps. Yeah, I think it turns out I am more of an atmosphere type of person. Hence why Tokyo Disneysea and Hong Kong Disneyland tickle my fancy. If only crowds weren't an issue because once again I get very anxious and fear of getting lost.
SumoSized:
Yeah the crowds are the biggest issue and I've heard they've only gotten worse. You basically have to pay extra for the fast pass system so you don't have to wait in crazy long lines
Kitsune2:
I partially watched a Defunct Disneyland video on that. (my attention span is short lol) If my memory serves correctly, doesn't the Fast Pass get used by a bunch of people to the point it causes more lines?
SumoSized:
Honestly probably, there's no such thing as a quick anything at Disney parks. But fast pass is probably still faster than waiting in the normal line
I went to Disney World last March and can confirm that the fast pass is definitely faster, but there are lineups still.
The one thing I like about Disney is that many of the rides are "Pooh Friendly". Meaning portly people like us can fit onto them.
A few months later, my family went to the local amusement park and I could not fit on many rides. I was about 250 or so at the time
4 days
Munchies:
Your body will tell you when it needs a break. When you start to stall despite all you efforts, that's when you need to take that break.
NoMoYoYo:
Can you elaborate on what you mean by taking a break? Do you mean eating a regular amount of calories? Eating a bit less than I do currently?
Right now I am trying to have approx 3000 cals a day. Some days I have more, some less. Most calorie calculators say I should have about 2100. Should I aim for that? 2500?
Munchies:
I mean, stop pushing yourself to eat more and, if you aren't already doing it, eat cleaner. Take a break from heavy cream. Take a break from fast food binges. Take a break from belly stuffing - all that other good jazz.
NoMoYoYo:
I do need to eat cleaner. As I've mentioned before, fast food is my weakness. I love it so much.
I wouldn't say I never eat clean. But junk and/or fast food plays a big role in my eating habits.
My hope was to reach my goal of 275 and then take it easy. I've been close for a few months now and can't get over the hump.
I think my only choice to take that break now, with the hope of not losing too much in the meantime and try again in the not too distant future.
Munchies:
One of the most important things a gainer can do is know when to take their foot off the gas. It's not the same thing as giving up. It's simply listening to your body's needs.
After gaining 72lbs in a year, I took a break last July because I wasn't feeling great. It lasted about 3 months and I lost 26lbs.
Since then I've re-gained 30lbs. I don't feel like crap right now, but I have only gained 5lbs in the last 3 months. I will give taking a break a shot.
6 days
Munchies:
Your body will tell you when it needs a break. When you start to stall despite all you efforts, that's when you need to take that break.
NoMoYoYo:
Can you elaborate on what you mean by taking a break? Do you mean eating a regular amount of calories? Eating a bit less than I do currently?
Right now I am trying to have approx 3000 cals a day. Some days I have more, some less. Most calorie calculators say I should have about 2100. Should I aim for that? 2500?
Munchies:
I mean, stop pushing yourself to eat more and, if you aren't already doing it, eat cleaner. Take a break from heavy cream. Take a break from fast food binges. Take a break from belly stuffing - all that other good jazz.
I do need to eat cleaner. As I've mentioned before, fast food is my weakness. I love it so much.
I wouldn't say I never eat clean. But junk and/or fast food plays a big role in my eating habits.
My hope was to reach my goal of 275 and then take it easy. I've been close for a few months now and can't get over the hump.
I think my only choice to take that break now, with the hope of not losing too much in the meantime and try again in the not too distant future.
1 week
Munchies:
Your body will tell you when it needs a break. When you start to stall despite all you efforts, that's when you need to take that break.[/quote]
Can you elaborate on what you mean by taking a break? Do you mean eating a regular amount of calories? Eating a bit less than I do currently?
Right now I am trying to have approx 3000 cals a day. Some days I have more, some less. Most calorie calculators say I should have about 2100. Should I aim for that? 2500?
1 week
Angelgluttony:
Plus size back brace. It helped me a ton when I was smaller, and they go up to 5XL . Just a suggestion.
I like the idea. I'm going to try to work on making it easier first. If that fails, I'll look into a brace.
1 month
NoMoYoYo:
I went for a walk today for the first time in months. Now I'm sore in my lower back. I knew at 270lbs, it would be a task.
I am just under 5,000 steps for the day and will probably end up around 6,000. I've taken more steps recently, but today I did a big chunk at once - about half an hour (to pick up my son from school).
I plan on continuing this and eventually rampimg it up to hopefully 10,000.
But in the meantime, how should I approach this? I'd like to do that walk every day. Should I try it again tomorrow or skip a day to heal?
Munchies:
It might be your form. It's common for belly heavy people to have a swayback postur
NoMoYoYo:
That could very well be the problem. My belly is pretty big. Is there a way to remedy this or will it come with more walking?
Munchies:
Work on your posture and strengthen your core, back, and hip muscles.
Thanks. I plan on doing some strength training as well.
1 month
NoMoYoYo:
I went for a walk today for the first time in months. Now I'm sore in my lower back. I knew at 270lbs, it would be a task.
I am just under 5,000 steps for the day and will probably end up around 6,000. I've taken more steps recently, but today I did a big chunk at once - about half an hour (to pick up my son from school).
I plan on continuing this and eventually rampimg it up to hopefully 10,000.
But in the meantime, how should I approach this? I'd like to do that walk every day. Should I try it again tomorrow or skip a day to heal?
Munchies:
It might be your form. It's common for belly heavy people to have a swayback postur
That could very well be the problem. My belly is pretty big. Is there a way to remedy this or will it come with more walking?
1 month
I went for a walk today for the first time in months. Now I'm sore in my lower back. I knew at 270lbs, it would be a task.
I am just under 5,000 steps for the day and will probably end up around 6,000. I've taken more steps recently, but today I did a big chunk at once - about half an hour (to pick up my son from school).
I plan on continuing this and eventually rampimg it up to hopefully 10,000.
But in the meantime, how should I approach this? I'd like to do that walk every day. Should I try it again tomorrow or skip a day to heal?
1 month
I shave my head at home so I don't go to the barbers often.
Recently I went for a beard trim for the first time in a while and the cape to keep the hair off my clothes could not fasten around my neck.
He tried a few times and then just gave up. He left the cape draped over me, but unfastened.
3 months
