[Turkish Pickle]

Originally Posted by Delta0311

Build up a massive bank account and top that off with a well sized penis. At that point you can look like a cross between Gollum and Jabba Da Hutt and be swimming in "moistness".

ah shit
anyone know a good penis implant surgeon?

[Delta0311]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

I actually just started. Less than a week in. This is my first go with trying to become physically what I've always wanted to be. I can already foresee this being an issue with the current girlfriend though and also not something I am going to bend or break on to spend time with her. She got a membership to the same gym but we will only work out together when her kids are with their father, the rest of the time it will only be me. I spent 2 hours there last night and although she didn't say anything I could tell that she was frustrated that I was at the gym rather than being with her.

That will be a problem unless you address it ASAP.

[cmyx6go]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

I'm only half kidding, relax. You're still young, you'll see how evil they really are. Hopefully, you don't get constantly shit on like I have & become as jaded & cynical.

Hate is too strong of a word here. I've posted a few of mine in the thread. Not going to advertise my life story, though. Let's just say I've been cheated on, lied to & much more by every woman I have been in a relationship with except for one & that one was the crazy I talked about earlier w/the being possessed by an evil spirit nonsense.

It's pretty shitty to say all women are evil. That's not the case. In my many years on this planet I have noticed that most men tend to be drawn to the same type over and over again. If that type is the high maintenance, self absorbed, selfish, it's all about me bitch, then yes, you will say all women are evil. How can you make the same decisions over and over again and expect different results.

The same way some women are drawn to the "bad boys" and say all men suck.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

I still desire a deeper connection, but have yet to meet a woman on my level that I am also attracted to. That sounds super ego maniac-like. Not my intention. Just no patience for stupid, lack of common sense, no ambition, etc.

It's hard to find. In my case I stumbled upon it by accident with my ex. She pranked me constantly, as I did her, we were both really sarcastic towards each other, etc. The only way to find it seems to be finding people who like doing the same things you do, as they will have similar personalities.

[Delta0311]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

So I am doomed. Well, this is depressing...

There is always Rohypnol. Stack that with a dungeon like basement and you are all set.

[nyalpine90]

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by OnerDriver

I too got back to the gym last week... will go again today

I have an addictive personality and completely submerge myself into whatever I'm working on. I've been spending my morning looking up lunch options to eat healthier if for no other reason it's that much less that I have to work off when I get to the gym. It's been on the back of my mind all morning what I will be working on tonight.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

I have an addictive personality and completely submerge myself into whatever I'm working on. I've been spending my morning looking up lunch options to eat healthier if for no other reason it's that much less that I have to work off when I get to the gym. It's been on the back of my mind all morning what I will be working on tonight.

Eating healthy makes a YUGE difference. Working in the gym time is also important, because I could see how your GF would be upset if you normally spend 3 days after work during the week with her and instead you are going to the gym and seeing her less.

Maybe do the gym at lunch, in the morning before work, or right after work?

Most of my total workout time is 45min to an hour only on weekdays right after work. I'm not super jacked or anything, but I look decent without a shirt and it helps reduce stress.

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by Delta0311

That will be a problem unless you address it ASAP.

As much as I appreciate who she is as person, if my losing weight and becoming who I am going to be is a problem for her then that's either something she will have to learn to deal with or she can find someone else. Simple.

[Delta0311]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

As much as I appreciate who she is as person, if my losing weight and becoming who I am going to be is a problem for her then that's either something she will have to learn to deal with or she can find someone else. Simple.

EXACTLY!

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

As much as I appreciate who she is as person, if my losing weight and becoming who I am going to be is a problem for her then that's either something she will have to learn to deal with or she can find someone else. Simple.

Yep, most women would want you to better yourself.

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by CTinline-six

Eating healthy makes a YUGE difference. Working in the gym time is also important, because I could see how your GF would be upset if you normally spend 3 days after work during the week with her and instead you are going to the gym and seeing her less.

Maybe do the gym at lunch, in the morning before work, or right after work?

Most of my total workout time is 45min to an hour only on weekdays right after work. I'm not super jacked or anything, but I look decent without a shirt and it helps reduce stress.

I've been cutting back on portions, eliminated sodas completely and cut out snacking all together.

I'm at work at 6:30 a.m. and work 10-12 hours a day. Going at lunch is not an option as I only leave long enough to get lunch and eat behind my desk. Coming in an hour early, staying late and eating while I work nets an $16K+/year. Once I leave work, it's home for about 30-45, then to the gym, then home to shower and then to her house until about 11:00 p.m., then rush home to sleep for 5 hours and back at work. On the weeks she doesn't have her kids, she stays with me all week and that makes things easier but not by much.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

I've been cutting back on portions, eliminated sodas completely and cut out snacking all together.

I'm at work at 6:30 a.m. and work 10-12 hours a day. Going at lunch is not an option as I only leave long enough to get lunch and eat behind my desk. Coming in an hour early, staying late and eating while I work nets an $16K+/year. Once I leave work, it's home for about 30-45, then to the gym, then home to shower and then to her house until about 11:00 p.m., then rush home to sleep for 5 hours and back at work. On the weeks she doesn't have her kids, she stays with me all week and that makes things easier but not by much.

That sounds tough for sure, but if I were her I'd be supportive of a more toned partner.

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

I still desire a deeper connection, but have yet to meet a woman on my level that I am also attracted to. That sounds super ego maniac-like. Not my intention. Just no patience for stupid, lack of common sense, no ambition, etc.

Respectable. I can relate completely. Being a Type A personality isn't all it's cracked up to be. It's more of a mental issue than anything else. Also the constant disappointment of other people not being able to live up to your standards is beyond frustrating. Trust me brother, I understand exactly what you're saying.

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by CTinline-six

That sounds tough for sure, but if I were her I'd be supportive of a more toned partner.

I think a lot of it is that she is happy with me being the way I am now but I'm not. I think she is afraid of women becoming more interested and thus causing her to have competition. I can see her point to a degree but this is where trust and communication comes into play. She is simply going to have to trust me or her insecurities will eat her alive. Either way, I'll look damn good come spring time.

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

What good easy lunch stuff did you find? I'm tired of tuna or cereal or salad for lunch. I don't even eat breakfast

I'm going to cracker barrel today. Still undecided on either an omelet or grilled chicken. Cutting out fries, chips and fast food is going to be tough not because I'm addicted but because that's all that's readily available. Meal prepping isn't going to work for me because of my already crazy schedule.

Breakfast is important man. You really need to eat something every morning for breakfast. A slice of peanut butter toast is quick and easy. I'm just now learning this. I've been eating only one meal a day unless the girlfriend stays the night then I eat dinner which is usually full of shit I don't need to eat, thus the weight gain, not to mention I sit behind a desk for at least 10 hours a day.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

What good easy lunch stuff did you find? I'm tired of tuna or cereal or salad for lunch. I don't even eat breakfast

Eating a small breakfast like a banana actually helps jump start your metabolism.

I actually eat several smaller meals during the day instead of 3 big ones like most people.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by Not_Judy

I'm going to cracker barrel today. Still undecided on either an omelet or grilled chicken. Cutting out fries, chips and fast food is going to be tough not because I'm addicted but because that's all that's readily available. Meal prepping isn't going to work for me because of my already crazy schedule.

Breakfast is important man. You really need to eat something every morning for breakfast. A slice of peanut butter toast is quick and easy. I'm just now learning this. I've been eating only one meal a day unless the girlfriend stays the night then I eat dinner which is usually full of shit I don't need to eat, thus the weight gain, not to mention I sit behind a desk for at least 10 hours a day.

Yup, eating one meal a day is the worst thing you can do. Your body goes into starvation mode basically and your metabolism slows way down.

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

My problem is I eat when I'm bored so I snack too much & also have a sweet tooth. Thank God I still have a good metabolism.

Yeah I have that problem too, particularly today..

Grocery shopping is key. If sugar is in the house, I will want it, and snack on it. I used to be really bad about having candy in my desk drawer too. Buying only healthy food that still tastes good is what makes the difference. I happen to like vegetables, so a simple stir fry with steamed vegetables, rice, and chicken is my go-to.

I usually eat these for lunch:

[King Rudi]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

I eat 2 meals a day most of the time with a bunch of snacks mixed in b/c I can't help myself. I normally cook my dinners for the week on weekends so I can just heat shit up when I get home from work. I try to rarely have bread & pasta these days. Maybe I'll just have a spoon of peanut butter in the morning then. I gotta stop eating so much candy, that's my main problem. Eating out of boredom & I also eat my feelings. Not to mention baking is a hobby, but none of that shit is good for me.

If you havve the metabolism to burn that stuff off and aren't over weight then I'm jealous. I can look at french fry and somehow absorb the fat through sight.

Getting in the gym has been great for me. It occupies my downtime and makes me think twice before I eat out of boredom or just because I want to eat something. It really makes you not want to eat junk as you have to work twice as hard to burn it off. I was amazed to find out that 20 minutes on a treadmill only burns off the calories equivalent to one can of soda.

[Turkish Pickle]

Originally Posted by CTinline-six

Yup, eating one meal a day is the worst thing you can do. Your body goes into starvation mode basically and your metabolism slows way down.

oh shit...
i usually have time to eat once a day and it's killing me because it's generally not good food

I really, really need to get back to cooking and eating better...

Originally Posted by CTinline-six

Yeah I have that problem too, particularly today..

Grocery shopping is key. If sugar is in the house, I will want it, and snack on it. I used to be really bad about having candy in my desk drawer too. Buying only healthy food that still tastes good is what makes the difference. I happen to like vegetables, so a simple stir fry with steamed vegetables, rice, and chicken is my go-to.

I usually eat these for lunch:

are they good? as much as I don't like the idea of frozen (??) dinners i'll give it shot

[CTinline-six]

Originally Posted by CaptObvious

I eat 2 meals a day most of the time with a bunch of snacks mixed in b/c I can't help myself. I normally cook my dinners for the week on weekends so I can just heat shit up when I get home from work. I try to rarely have bread & pasta these days. Maybe I'll just have a spoon of peanut butter in the morning then. I gotta stop eating so much candy, that's my main problem. Eating out of boredom & I also eat my feelings. Not to mention baking is a hobby, but none of that shit is good for me.

Cookies, candy, muffins, all that stuff is my weakness.