Andrew is getting fit

18 Responses to “Weigh in”

1. Marshmallow // Mar 17, 2008 at 6:44 am

   Do you carb load before you run?

   You get a better run in (and you’re not as hungry afterwards) if you have a high carb dinner the day before you do a run.

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2. AndrewE // Mar 17, 2008 at 6:55 am

   I don’t think I’m running far enough to worry about carb loading to be honest. Although I did buy a nice loaf of wholegrain bread with the idea of having an extra sandwich on the days I run. Although that might just be me rationalising eating bread .

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3. Metroknow - AlmostFit.com // Mar 17, 2008 at 7:12 am

   Eat the sandwich — You’re really doing it - exercising regularly - the sandwich is probably good for the reconstruction of your body from the natural damage that occurs when you exercise.

   There ya have it - my vote has been cast.

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4. Marshmallow // Mar 17, 2008 at 7:44 am

   I’m with Metroknow - Eat the sandwich!

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5. AndrewE // Mar 17, 2008 at 8:11 am

   Hahaha…you guys rock. I’ll eat the sandwich.

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6. Marshmallow // Mar 17, 2008 at 8:16 am

   Good boy.

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7. Cammy // Mar 17, 2008 at 12:24 pm

   Given all the exercise you’re getting, I’m thinking your calorie bank had plenty of room for a few splurges. Especially after yesterday’s activities (that looked like so much fun!)

   Now, here in Memphis, TN, when we talk about bbq sandwiches, it means chopped smoked pork on a bun with coleslaw and bbq sauce. What constitutes a bbq sandwich in your corner of the world?

   Oh, and today was my Cake Day (strawberry), too!

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8. AndrewE // Mar 17, 2008 at 1:21 pm

   BBQ sandwiches are not as much fun since I became a vegetarian. My sandwiches had an egg, some onion, some capsicum and a large mushoom drowned in tomato sauce and mustard. And it was goooooood.

   Hmm…strawberry cake.

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9. justoofat // Mar 17, 2008 at 2:45 pm

   “…but hey, I’m human.”

   I’m making this my new motto!

   Congrats on a great week — treats and all.
   j

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10. WundaLucy // Mar 17, 2008 at 3:48 pm

    I know you’re a man, but I read an interesting article in Women’s Health about how to get the best energy and which foods to eat. Apparently combining protein and carbs is the best way to fuel exercise while minimising hunger. Maybe you could try some protein shakes or something to curb the hunger? (I always think people who drink protein shakes are so hard core…!)

    WD on the weight loss, your traineo stats on the bar on the side are looking solid!

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11. Marshmallow // Mar 17, 2008 at 3:50 pm

    Actually, WundaLucy brings up an interesting points - with your vegetarianism, where do you get your protein from?

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12. AndrewE // Mar 17, 2008 at 5:11 pm

    Justtoofat: Feel free! It’s a great slogan.

    Wundalucy: I already drink them! The hunger is not overwhelming - I just know I’m hungry which is not normally the case.

    Marshmallow: I eat quite a lot of eggs and protein powder. I also have nuts etc. in my food. I used to eat a lot of lentils and beans but I just don’t like them that much so am having a break from them.

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13. Marshmallow // Mar 17, 2008 at 5:21 pm

    Ah good. I use protein powder too - have it with my breakfast in the morning (vanilla protein porridge, breakfast of champions).

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14. Sally // Mar 17, 2008 at 8:21 pm

    You mean a permenant break from the lentils and beans? At least a long break.

    Just eat the sandwish, it’s already wholegrain… just eat it, so there’s less “I’m huuuungrrrry” in the house, eh. One of us doing that is bad enough, let alone two!

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15. Cynthia // Mar 19, 2008 at 11:59 am

    Sorry I haven’t been around lately… I guess your feed changed, so my reader wasn’t picking up any new posts. And me being busy, I didn’t have a chance to visit your site until now.

    Congrats on another great loss! And running 5K! And getting to just the “overweight” point on your BMI!

    It’s true, as your exercise level increases, you may find you need more calories! Don’t worry too much about an occasional splurge unless you aren’t seeing progress. BTW, your veggie BBQ sandwich sounded delicious to me!

    Your progress is just awesome!

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16. AndrewE // Mar 19, 2008 at 12:48 pm

    Thanks Cynthia. I’ll have to admit it tasted delicious too!

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17. Jeff // Mar 20, 2008 at 5:23 am

    You shouldn’t really need to worry about carb loading until you get over an hour of exercise.

    I love the hunger pangs. Once upon a time, I never got them, I just ate all the time. Now, it’s almost a personal badge of honor. Speaking of that, it’s lunch time here in the eastern US — time to eat!

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18. AndrewE // Mar 20, 2008 at 6:02 am

    That’s what I figured Jeff. Enjoy your lunch!

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