JAKE H

On 4/3/2020 at 6:21 PM, sarahSingh91 said:

I have heard cross fit is awesome! I was thinking after I am able to hold my own to look into it. I’m A little scared to embarrass myself

crossfit definitely was the best choice i made. I went in there at 340. Dont be embarrassed at all. Those days are over. Youre doing this for YOU now. Its time to lose that mentality because that what got us where we were in the first place. I know its hard because i went through it too, but i decided to put my head down, humble myself into knowing i would struggle, and go for it. That way i would never have to feel that way again. YOU got this. Whatever you decide, the only thing that can hold you back is yourself.

10 hours ago, sarahSingh91 said:

Did you hire a personal trainer at first?

no i started doing crossfit. it brings it all together in one workout. i fell in love.

Everyone is different, i went straight into lifting weights. But thats not too common in this community. If you really want to start getting into that type of training, but dont think youre ready for weights, there are a lot of body weight exercises you can do that help get you towards those goals. Air squats are great. People at first think, they cant be that hard. But see how you feel after 100. lol. Also good old fashioned push ups are great. Whether you do the ones on your knees or not, both are great for working your arms and core. Lunges are another one.

i will say that my body would get tired but never to wear i felt like i over did it. I was very strict on getting a lot of Protein tho. ive watched that video about not working out, and i get it, but there are also other doctors who will encourage lifting. I wanted to get into a good routine early on and i did. I wouldnt change a thing. I hit goal 7 months after surgery and i feel better then ever.

30 minutes ago, KaysMommy said:

GreenTealeal you are looking great even with social distancing. You make me smile.

Jake great to see you again. I know these are crazy super busy times, but you are looking great.

Sophie you are cute as a button. I love Tek Gear tops. I actually ordered 2 yesterday. I did get highlights the day before they closed all non essential businesses here.

Here is a closer look at my hair Sophie. Also my OOTD. No stopping work since I work in health care. Super busy, we did finally lock our door with a sign to go to our clinic for screening before entering.

I wish you all a safe and healthy day.

Thank you!! and yeah ive just been focusing on everything and havent been on here as much. Still doing well. Everyone is looking great.

Long time no see. Sorry everything has been insane. Hope everyone is safe.

Real good makes a Protein mini pizzas that are very high in protein and low in carbs because the "dough" is actually thin grilled chicken. I enjoy them very much.

Hope everyone is staying safe. Have a great day ❤️

Not really a way to speed up that process unless you have more of a coconut oil type edible that gets ingested faster. Edibles can be tricky. I have no issues hitting the peace pipe either but im not suggesting anything. Thats just me. But i also started the day i came home .

17 hours ago, ms.sss said:

Forget the legs. Check out his extensor digiti minimi muscles!

P.S. I had to look that up, LOL

hahaha, its crazy what the muscles do when theyre in action!! thank you!

1 hour ago, GreenTealael said:

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

I can't even afford to sit around and look like me anymore

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

13 minutes ago, GreenTealael said:

Now I want to exercise , but...

LMAOOOO. if i could sit around and look like you i would too!!

6 minutes ago, AJ Tylo said:

Fully agree I am not saying its bad - and I agree as a hard core drinker Vodka is no good. If it works for you and you are getting success with it - Do it! Unfortunately i have had to many Stoner employees and issues with pot in my work place that i have a issue with it. But these people abuse it -

Jake send me some Coconut infusion oil.

i hear ya. That stereotype is slowly fading away thankfully. lol It really is cool what and how they can control it these days based off what youre looking for. I personally love it for sleep. But yeah message me and we can figure something out AJ.

PS. The recovery on your muscles and relaxation is unreal.

Lifes been insane, here is a couple....i hope everyone has a great day! ❤️

20 hours ago, Lynda486 said:

It is medicine and that is how I treat it. I would no more take this before driving or going to work than I would if it were an opiod pain killer. Jake, do you make your own oil?

yupp

Heres my thing, there is a lot of research done these days, and its proven that taking in medical marijuana by ingesting it, is way healthier then alcohol and doesnt have addictive traits like alcohol. These are facts. Not opinions. I dont encourage anyone to do anything. ONLY MY EXPERIENCE. They day i came home i had my infused coconut oil and i still do to this day. And i think ive been pretty successful. Anyone that takes a prescription drug has no right to tell anyone else that this prescription is different. The days of close minded "marijuana is the devil" are over. Please i encourage you to do your research before you bash something that youve been told your whole life is the devil so thats what you believe. I hope everyone finds what THEY NEED to be successful on this journey. We are all different and may take different roads but i hope we all make healthy new lives and continue to grow. ❤️ i hope everyone has a great day!

Not gonna lie, its a lot of hard work, especially early on because you cant eat a lot to really build muscle. But i started going hard 2 weeks after surgery and havent stopped. Im Happy where im at now. Eventually going to try to build more muscle. But it is a process, and losing the weight and being healthy is what is most important first.

1 hour ago, Sophie7713 said:

Whacky Friday t-shirt today BUT just around the house and between us! LOL. Thought we all could relate at some point in our journey...

WINNER WINNER chicken dinner

8 months out..... lifes good.

YESSSSS!!!! FREAKY FRIDAYS. WOOOOO. Loving the spirit.

HAPPY FRIYAYYYY. Rainy day in jersey. Just trying to lighten the mood lol. I hope you beatuiful people have a great day. ❤️

Im wearing a whacky shirt tomorrow. Any other takers? lolol

I HOPE EVERYONE HAS A GOOD DAY ❤️

3 minutes ago, ChristineSO said:

I'm not sure how I'm doing. I am worried that eating is a lot easier. There was so much comfort in not being able to eat a lot -- now it's up to me and that word discipline. In April, 2019, I weighed 274. On surgery day, July 15, I weighed 261. Today I weigh 205. I have only lost five pounds in the last two months. No excuses, though. I think I was relying so much on my body not being able to handle more food/beverages that I didn't work on the discipline I need to get me through these times when eating is easier. I still eat only 1/2 a plate and I eat more in the early part of the day vs the evening. I guess I have to exercise a heck of a lot more than just 2 miles on a treadmill. Encouragement?

Good news is you know what you have to do when it comes to eating. Now you just had to up your activity and continue to eat good healthy foods. Maybe look into some high intensity work outs. I know you can keep it going. This ride is not over and im sure youre more restricted then you were before surgery. Take full advantage! I love working out now. and i think it has a lot to do with my success. I know people similar to me that had the surgery and lost a lot at first and then plateau before goal because then never exercised. Use the tool while we have it and incorporate a new life style in that time. Good luck! You got this.

14 minutes ago, FluffyChix said:

Congrats! You should never take that outfit off. sleep in it. Shower in it. It's PERFECT!

THANK YOU!!!

I 100 % bummed it today. BUT the reason im posting this is because im officially in a large shirt. (i think) I have NEVER worn a size that doesnt have an x- on it. Proud moment. This was a goal shirt.

You all look amazing, and even better is you all seem to be amazing humans. I hope you all have a great day. ❤️