Dropping a lot of weight for a sport?

It's sort of an obscure sport, but I did rowing/crew) for about a decade. It is an INTENSE sport that involves waking up at the asscrack of dawn to practice and requires tons of dedication and commitment. I rowed as a lightweight woman in high school, which has a weight cap of 130 lbs/59kg. I am 5'8 and that was attainable for me, but tough. I never felt weak or anything, but I definitely had to restrict what I ate and hit the gym hard. I could compete at open weight, but I was very very good as a lightweight.

I stopped rowing intensely about seven years ago, and gained about 70 pound for a top weight of 198lbs. That was...too much. I've lost about 40 pounds over three years and now im right around 155. I look good, I feel good. But I'd like to compete again as a lightweight rower, and I'm nervous about losing the weight. 130 is pretty small for someone of my size, especially if you're working out hard. I'm nervous that I'll take it too hard and develop some disordered eating behavior. I've taken my weight loss very slow and easy, and I worry about needing to cut in time for a regatta.

People who have been in similar situations, how did you decide if it was worth it or not?

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Prebiotic fiber: 9 lbs in 60 days, no effort given

I really have something that you should be excited about. I was just weighed and lost nine pounds in sixty days. That's a pound a week, a calorie deficit of 500 calories a day. It was 20/20/20 inulin, psyllium husk, and plain green banana flour in a smoothie. I am not trying or even playing into the effect at all. 500 calories a day is the traditional dietetic DEFINITION of healthy weight loss.

Ultra High Resistant Starch green banana flour spikes butyrate, increasing insulin sensitivity. It also feeds specific strains of bacteria associated with weight management.

You might now want to read /r/probiotics and /r/prebiotics for the latest research on the human microbiome, because flora in your gut help maintain healthy weight. Not only that, all the fiber in the smoothie fills me up so much that I couldn't eat another bite if I even wanted to.

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NSV

I have been feeling so much more comfortable in my body and my weight loss lately. The scale was stuck at 170 for a few months and for the last month has been stuck at 165. While that is frustrating, it made me focus on the other ways that my health and general mindset has been changing.

A week ago I had the opportunity to buy chips, which I did. However, I went for the snack size bag and I didn't finish it. When i have the opportunity to get junk food, sometimes I give in, but it is always in moderation.

Last night, I went to the grocery store to get some things and I passed the ice cream aisle. I walked down it and sat there and looked at which flavor I was going to get, knowing I would probably eat the whole pint.

I was imagining how each of the flavors would taste. Then all of a sudden I stopped. I thought about how the flavor of it really wasn't worth it tonight. Granted, I'm sure there will be other nights where it seems worth it, but today it didn't. Instead I got a chocolate bar, which still was like 400 calories, but that is so much better than the 1000 calories I would have eaten with the pint of ice cream.

I know to others this might not seem like much, but to me it means the world. It means that I am learning how to do eat in moderation and make healthy choices without constantly tracking. The habits that I have been trying to create are really actually starting to stick.

I still have a long way to go, but it makes this lifelong journey seem all that much more sustainable.

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Looking for advice regarding maintenance of weight loss and toning:

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Emotions and weight loss: questions for members

1. What was the lowest point in your life?

2. What was the lowest point as it relates to your weight and body image?

3. How long have you dealt with body image and weight issues; looking back, were you really that overweight, or did your restrictive diet-entrenched lifestyle actually backfire and lead you to a viscious cycle of deprivation/over-indulgence, thus bringing about the end effect of making you even more overweight?

4. What do you say to people who are at their highest weight or truly suffering with hating their current body, who need to begin losing weight (probably again) from scratch?

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Are You a Gamer? Here’s How Your Hobby Could Impact Your Weight

Good news for gamers : A recent study published in the journal Social Science and Medicine revealed that only a small correlation exists between playing video games and carrying excess weight. In fact, after conducting a meta-analysis of 20 studies collectively including nearly 40,000 people, researchers found the difference in body mass between gamers and non-gamers to be less than one percent.

Here’s where it gets especially interesting: For their analysis, the researchers only examined studies of sedentary video gamers—meaning those included in the study weren’t benefitting from the calorie burn that active games like bowling or dancing can deliver.

But before you decide to ditch your diet in favor of a day-long Mario Kart session, know this: There are some mistakes gamers make that can cause them to pack on the pounds while they play.

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If gaming is a hobby of yours, make sure to avoid these five mistakes that can lead to weight gain:

1. You Mindlessly Munch

Did you ever make a big bowl of popcorn to enjoy during movie night with the family only to look down 10 minutes into the movie and realize you’ve hit the bottom of the bowl? You’re not alone: Studies suggest that eating while distracted—like you are while watching television—can prompt you to eat more. Which means if you opt for a snack while playing a video game, you could end up overeating.

Stick to regular meal times and if you’re going to snack, pour a single serving into a bowl and leave the bag in the kitchen. This way, you won’t mindlessly devour an entire bag of snacks while you play.

And don’t stop patrolling portions after you power down: Multiple studies have linked distracted eating to an increase in consumption at subsequent meals—regardless of hunger.

2. You Replace Other Activities

While everyone deserves to enjoy some leisure time, it’s important to remember that there are only so many hours in the day. And when you spend a chunk of those hours in front of a TV trying to beat your best score, chances are good you’re subtracting hours from other important tasks, like exercising or prepping healthy meals and snacks for the week.

Since it can become very easy to lose track of time while you’re in the midst of a heated game, try setting a curfew for your game playing. Set an alarm to go off on your phone when it’s time to power down, and have a plan for what you’ll do when that alarm goes off.

Head outside for a nice long walk. Or sign up for a workout class with a friend later in the day. Bringing a friend in on the action will ensure you’re held accountable and won’t let the “One more game” syndrome cause you to miss the class.

3. You Skip Social Events

Don’t let your gaming hobby interfere with your social life, or you could see the number on the scale start to creep up. According to a 2014 study, loneliness and social isolation can lead to an increase in sugar intake. Another study from the same year revealed a link between loneliness and binge eating disorder.

Enjoy your gaming hobby, but don’t let it consume your social life. Being around the people you love will ensure you feel fulfilled by something other than food.

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4. You Forget to Get Outside

Spending time outdoors can elevate your mood, increase your vitamin D levels, improve your concentration, and get you moving more. Spend too many hours in front of your screen, and you’ll miss out on all of these benefits.

Remember that alarm we suggested you set to remind you to power down? Use it as a reminder to get outside.

5. You Stick to Just One Game

Multiple studies confirm that playing active video games-those that involve physical activity like bowling or dancing, help people burn more calories. So if your go-to game is a sedentary one, make sure to mix things up here and there and try a more movement-focused game.

These days, there’s a game for every activity, from boxing to bowling. Consider hosting a game night with friends who share your hobby, and make it a BYO(A)G-bring your own active game. You’ll all benefit from the burn these games will deliver, and you’ll have fun doing it.

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Seven Powerful Words for Weight Loss

Hi everyone,

6'0/M/38YO/184 lbs/143 lbs lost here.

I've been through it. It's tough. And I wanted to share with you seven words that were immeasurably helpful to me.

These words are for those of you who have made the mental commitment to stick to the plan, but are afraid of the peer pressure to EAT, especially during the holidays.

You know what I'm talking about. You're there with your calorie-portioned meal, but your aunt/cousin/friend/whatever keeps trying to pressure you to eat more. Perhaps their motivations are pure, perhaps they are not, but it's irrelevant because I am going to share with you the seven words that can help you get through it.

The first three words are "no thank you."

Simple, right? "No thank you." Don't elaborate. Don't explain why. No "I'm full" or "I'm on a diet" or any other excuse. Just "no thank you" and that's it. You are a grown-ass adult and don't need to explain your life choices.

Let me repeat. YOU ARE A GROWN-ASS ADULT AND YOU DO NOT NEED TO EXPLAIN YOUR LIFE CHOICES.

Inevitably, they will persist. "Oh come on! It's Thanksgiving/Christmas/whatever! You can cheat one day! Blah blah blah..."

This is where the next four words come in.

"What's it to ya?"

Four powerful words, believe me. It took me a long time to figure out their power, but it WORKS.

Suddenly, this invasive, peer-pressuring person has to defend their invasiveness and peer-pressuring ways. Turn it back around on them. "What's it to ya?" is polite shorthand for "EXPLAIN TO ME WHY ARE YOU BEING AN ANNOYING ASSHOLE!"

They'll probably stammer, "oh, I didn't mean, well, never mind."

That's how it's gone for me 99% of the time. It's great. It takes a bit of courage, but it's only four words - be courageous for the amount of time it takes to say four words!

Hope this helps. Best of luck to you all.

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