a diet for an awkward guy?

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: dryailbloor
Date: March 10, 2009 at 08:34 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

basically I am limited in what I can eat (or what I like to be more precise). Things I eat are :
meat
potatoes
eggs
bread
I am eating more veg in home made soups etc bu thats about it, I know theres no solid answer but even some tips on how to adapt what I do eat would help.
Thanks again.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ACOGSCOPE
Date: March 10, 2009 at 10:44 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

Can you ask a more precise question?

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: dryailbloor
Date: March 10, 2009 at 10:47 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

ha ha fair point, I guess looking for a way to eat the above whilst improving my diet and losing weight, I pretty much george forman everything anyway and have cut back the bread a buch, just wonder if anyone had any tips on losing weight on a restricted diet to some degree and I guess laso some recipie/meal ideas as I work 12 hour shifts and try to take my own food into work rather than eat junk from the canteen.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: clockwerk
Date: March 10, 2009 at 10:53 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

dryailbloor said:
ha ha fair point, I guess looking for a way to eat the above whilst improving my diet and losing weight, I pretty much george forman everything anyway and have cut back the bread a buch, just wonder if anyone had any tips on losing weight on a restricted diet to some degree and I guess laso some recipie/meal ideas as I work 12 hour shifts and try to take my own food into work rather than eat junk from the canteen.
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You've essentially listed 2 food groups. Why is that what you eat? Is there a medical reason? Or is that just what you like eating? I mean "meat" is pretty general and there's a big difference between chicken breast and a fatty steak.
Here's the lowdown:
Chicken, fish and turkey are your meats.
Your breads should be whole grain. No white flour products. In fact, the more whole grains the better. Avoid any carb based snack after dinner unless you are working out.
Get some green vegetables in there. Broccoli is good. Spinach is good.
Only eat good fats. Stick to olive and canola oils.
Eat at least 5 meals a day and as soon as you wake up.
Go exercise at least 3 times per week.
Do that and pounds will start to fall off.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: dryailbloor
Date: March 10, 2009 at 10:58 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

Thanks for the above^^
I already only eat wholegrain or at very least wholemeal bread, having given up white some time ago, i use only olive oil for cooking and eat a LOT of chicken and things like lean pork.
There isn't a medical reason for the diet its just the way I have eaten as long as I can remember, I used to be skinny as hell and pretty fit, then I basically discovered the bar and also food. Trying to rectify this after a few years is gonna be hard work but I am dedicated to it and making positive steps each day (quitting smnoking a big one). Thanks for the tips and I intend to conquor my fear of green veg very soon......

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ACOGSCOPE
Date: March 10, 2009 at 10:59 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

Veggies willl lean you up very quick.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: clockwerk
Date: March 10, 2009 at 11:08 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

dryailbloor said:
Thanks for the above^^
I already only eat wholegrain or at very least wholemeal bread, having given up white some time ago, i use only olive oil for cooking and eat a LOT of chicken and things like lean pork.
There isn't a medical reason for the diet its just the way I have eaten as long as I can remember, I used to be skinny as hell and pretty fit, then I basically discovered the bar and also food. Trying to rectify this after a few years is gonna be hard work but I am dedicated to it and making positive steps each day (quitting smnoking a big one). Thanks for the tips and I intend to conquor my fear of green veg very soon......
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Then you are on your way. I suggest fish is better than pork. Check the GI of the potatoes you are eating, some are better than others. Add in the green veg and some regular exercise (doesn't have to be intense) and you're good.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: pretendingtowork
Date: March 10, 2009 at 01:11 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

You can't have your cake and eat it too. A lot of people don't want to change what they eat, but if you want to see results, you are going to have to. Believe me I am sure a lot of the dudes on here would much rather have a nice big serving of a cheesy lasagna for dinner, but the don't they have the plain old chicken breast. Or some bacon with breakfast instead of oatmeal. While what you are eating isn't necessarily bad, you can improve upon it.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: SheerTerror
Date: March 10, 2009 at 02:06 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

what are your stats?

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: SheerTerror
Date: March 10, 2009 at 02:09 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

pretendingtowork said:
You can't have your cake and eat it too. A lot of people don't want to change what they eat, but if you want to see results, you are going to have to. Believe me I am sure a lot of the dudes on here would much rather have a nice big serving of a cheesy lasagna for dinner, but the don't they have the plain old chicken breast.
Or some bacon with breakfast instead of oatmeal
. While what you are eating isn't necessarily bad, you can improve upon it.
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Funny you should say that, because my current nutrition plan doesn't allow me to eat oatmeal, but a few strips of bacon once a week are fine. Currently i've dropped almost 3 belt sizes and am looking better and more defined than ever. This started on 1/24/09 btw.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: pretendingtowork
Date: March 10, 2009 at 06:28 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

SheerTerror said:
pretendingtowork said:
You can't have your cake and eat it too. A lot of people don't want to change what they eat, but if you want to see results, you are going to have to. Believe me I am sure a lot of the dudes on here would much rather have a nice big serving of a cheesy lasagna for dinner, but the don't they have the plain old chicken breast.
Or some bacon with breakfast instead of oatmeal
. While what you are eating isn't necessarily bad, you can improve upon it.
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Funny you should say that, because my current nutrition plan doesn't allow me to eat oatmeal, but a few strips of bacon once a week are fine. Currently i've dropped almost 3 belt sizes and am looking better and more defined than ever. This started on 1/24/09 btw.
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I was on the dunkin donut diet for a while and I wasn't allowed to eat oatmeal either...j/k I was just using those as examples of what I don't eat
I can't say I am not jealous. Enjoy your bacon

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: CoachCathleen
Date: March 10, 2009 at 08:49 PM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

So I'm curious, what is the diet plan you've been following since January? Not Atkins? What's your processed sugar intake? How do you feel about fruit? Do you know how many calories you consume per day? Whats your current BMR and BMI? What's your current workout schedule? With a good diet and exercise you can safely loose up to 1 lb of fat per week (USFDA). Do you know your current fat percent? Are you taking HCG, Xenical, Meridia or any weight loss pills or injections? Whats your ultimate goal in trying to loose weight? Are you currently seeing a dietitian? I've got millions of questions storming around in my head but this might be a good place to start. Maybe there is something better you can do with your diet. If these q's are too personal feel free to PM me.
I cook almost all my meals from scratch and I'm letting you know that your 4 day weekend will be consumed with alot of prepping and cooking (especially if money is an issue and you can't buy things pre prepped.) I work 12 hrs a day 6 days a week and I spend all of my free time in the gym or in the kitchen. Just a heads up...

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ArcArsenal
Date: March 11, 2009 at 12:59 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

SheerTerror said:
Funny you should say that, because my current nutrition plan doesn't allow me to eat oatmeal, but a few strips of bacon once a week are fine. Currently i've dropped almost 3 belt sizes and am looking better and more defined than ever. This started on 1/24/09 btw.
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If you're referring to Atkins, I hope you enjoy the idea of being malnourished like an untreated diabetic, because that's what you've got coming to you.
Seriously, a person on Atkins may as well just take a knife and saw the fatty parts of themselves off. It's no less healthy, and way quicker.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: dryailbloor
Date: March 11, 2009 at 04:20 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

ok stats :
Height 5 11
Weight 233lbs
To be brutally honest the majority of that is probably from booze, I used to drink a shitload every night for around 2 years (due to personal problems), I totally neglected myself and lived like a slob. Not any more. This is not to say I still won't enjoy my food but its gonna be way in moderation and my day to day and working life diets can be as strict as I can make them. At the moment I an doing 40-60 mins of cardio three to four times a week and some weights, once i get a little bit fitter I intend to attend some BJJ classes.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: pretendingtowork
Date: March 11, 2009 at 10:59 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

CoachCathleen said:
So I'm curious, what is the diet plan you've been following since January? Not Atkins? What's your processed sugar intake? How do you feel about fruit? Do you know how many calories you consume per day? Whats your current BMR and BMI? What's your current workout schedule? With a good diet and exercise you can safely loose up to 1 lb of fat per week (USFDA). Do you know your current fat percent? Are you taking HCG,
Xenical, Meridia
or any weight loss pills or injections? Whats your ultimate goal in trying to loose weight? Are you currently seeing a dietitian? I've got millions of questions storming around in my head but this might be a good place to start. Maybe there is something better you can do with your diet. If these q's are too personal feel free to PM me.
I cook almost all my meals from scratch and I'm letting you know that your 4 day weekend will be consumed with alot of prepping and cooking (especially if money is an issue and you can't buy things pre prepped.) I work 12 hrs a day 6 days a week and I spend all of my free time in the gym or in the kitchen. Just a heads up...
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Whoa, you are dropping way to many big words for being so new...Engrish please....

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ACOGSCOPE
Date: March 11, 2009 at 11:10 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

dryailbloor said:
ok stats :
Height 5 11
Weight 233lbs
To be brutally honest the majority of that is probably from booze, I used to drink a shitload every night for around 2 years (due to personal problems), I totally neglected myself and lived like a slob. Not any more. This is not to say I still won't enjoy my food but its gonna be way in moderation and my day to day and working life diets can be as strict as I can make them. At the moment I an doing 40-60 mins of cardio three to four times a week and some weights, once i get a little bit fitter I intend to attend some BJJ classes.
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If you add in some BJJ classes right now, you will become more fit very quicker. I recommend in doing so. You are on the right track cardio wise.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: dryailbloor
Date: March 11, 2009 at 11:24 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

Starting BJJ next month when my new shift kicks in, I work 9-9/10-10 so can manager 1x BJJ a week and 1 x MMA training as well as the gym inbetween, nervous as hell about going to the gym, all the places that do any kind of MMA are in the rough areas where I live ha ha.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: clockwerk
Date: March 11, 2009 at 11:28 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

dryailbloor said:
Starting BJJ next month when my new shift kicks in, I work 9-9/10-10 so can manager 1x BJJ a week and 1 x MMA training as well as the gym inbetween, nervous as hell about going to the gym, all the places that do any kind of MMA are in the rough areas where I live ha ha.
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My advice is go in and focus on what you are there to do. Don't worry about other guys and what they are doing. Any MMA gym is going to have it's share of intimidating people. Do what you are there to do. That's your purpose. Nothing else is of any consequence.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: ACOGSCOPE
Date: March 11, 2009 at 11:33 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

dryailbloor said:
Starting BJJ next month when my new shift kicks in, I work 9-9/10-10 so can manager 1x BJJ a week and 1 x MMA training as well as the gym inbetween, nervous as hell about going to the gym, all the places that do any kind of MMA are in the rough areas where I live ha ha.
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Second you step onto the mat. You will meet some very great people and you will find that the toughest looking dude is actually a very nice person.

 

[Nastycrow]

Originally posted by: dryailbloor
Date: March 11, 2009 at 11:34 AM
Source: https://forum.mmajunkie.com/threads/a-diet-for-an-awkward-guy.11382/

clockwerk said:
dryailbloor said:
Starting BJJ next month when my new shift kicks in, I work 9-9/10-10 so can manager 1x BJJ a week and 1 x MMA training as well as the gym inbetween, nervous as hell about going to the gym, all the places that do any kind of MMA are in the rough areas where I live ha ha.
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My advice is go in and focus on what you are there to do. Don't worry about other guys and what they are doing. Any MMA gym is going to have it's share of intimidating people. Do what you are there to do. That's your purpose. Nothing else is of any consequence.
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Thanks man, I wonder if its the same in the US with the gyms etc?