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The psychologist’s guide to easy weight loss for midlife men
The Telegraph via Yahoo ^ | June 16th, 2021 | Gavin Newsham

Posted on 06/16/2021 11:34:04 AM PDT by Mariner

We’re fast turning into the world leaders in obesity. According to The Health Survey for England 2017, the levels of obesity in England have nearly doubled since 1993 (from 15 per cent to 29 per cent) and 35.6 per cent of adults in England are classified as overweight.

And it gets worse as you age. Between the ages of 45 and 64, this figure rises to 39 per cent.

Obesity rates among British men, meanwhile, are the highest in Western Europe. In 2017, the European Society of Cardiology ranked British men as the most obese in a study of 47 countries.

Obesity in midlife men presents all manner of medical issues: hypertension, high cholesterol, respiratory problems. They are also more likely to develop type 2 diabetes at a lower body mass index (BMI) than women and evidence from Cancer Research shows that obesity is the biggest cause of cancer after smoking. In 2017, meanwhile, a study by University College London discovered those with a higher BMI are also more likely to have dementia in later life. The list is endless, and the dangers all too real.

But losing weight when you hit midlife isn’t easy. With testosterone levels waning, it becomes more difficult for men to build muscle, as well as burn calories, which means you’re more susceptible to fat building up around the stomach and chest.

(Excerpt) Read more at yahoo.com ...


TOPICS: Food; Health/Medicine; Science; Sports
KEYWORDS: diabetes; hypertension; obesity; sugar
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To: Mariner

One of the things I learned is that you should never push and increase exercise increments too rapidly. Your brain doesn’t like to be in pain, the idea is to actually look forward to regular and steady exercise. Also, the goal is to be exercising regularly, not laid up for a few weeks while an older body slowly heals after injury. It’s better to skip a day than push through some pain and then not be able to do your routine at all for weeks or months. Patience is rewarded with exercise.

Also, don’t eat anywhere close to bed time.

Freegards


41 posted on 06/16/2021 12:32:15 PM PDT by Ransomed
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To: sauropod

And I love Yahoo stories that really are product advertisements. I wonder how much Noom paid for this crap.

For the record, my record of not ever finding anything worthwhile at any Yahoo site is intact.


42 posted on 06/16/2021 12:33:21 PM PDT by Quality_Not_Quantity ("...for the sake of His name." Psalm 23:3)
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To: Mariner

Example of good eating:

Breakfast - two eggs, 4oz ham, two pieces of dry sprouted grain toast. 50grams protein. 1 cup coffee with an oz H&H.

Meal 1 - salad - 3oz feta, 12 cherry tomatoes, 2oz mixed sprouts, 2TBLS EVOO. 15grams protein.

Meal 2 - Whey protein shake. 60 grams protein.

Meal 3 - Half grilled chicken breast (6oz cooked), 1 oz mixed nuts, 1/2 cup cottage cheese and 3oz blueberries. 50grams protein.

1800 calories of nutrition. 175 grams of protein.


43 posted on 06/16/2021 12:34:50 PM PDT by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: Mr. Mojo

Believe me it gets MUCH easier as you go.

I can barely look at bread anymore without getting queasy.

The main thing you will notice is that your appetite goes way down. You will no longer crave it. And when you accidentally eat some you will regret it.

Your stomach will deflate and your joints will stop hurting.

The wheat flour causes inflamation.

I slipped up a couple of weeks ago when I started a new contract and all they had was sandwiches... by the end of the week I could barely walk.

Once you get used to it a steak salad will look much more appetizing to you than anything with bread. My salads are like a meal- spinach and arugula, hard boiled eggs, beats, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, dried cranberries, cheese and more cheese (mmm Feta cheese) grated carrots, pumpkin seeds, sunflower kernels.... balsamic vinaigrette

Dam... now I’m hungry.

Side benefit - I am no longer hungry constantly - almost never. an egg or two and a salad every day is all I need.


44 posted on 06/16/2021 12:37:11 PM PDT by Mr. K (No consequence of repealing obamacare is worse than obamacare itself)
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To: Ransomed

very good input.

we men tend to start out where we left off at 20yrs old.

It doesn’t work if you’ve been on the couch for 40 years!

A little DOMS is expected, but pay particular attention to your joints and tendons. If those are sore, take another day off.

And work at a consistent pace through time, with gradual increases.


45 posted on 06/16/2021 12:38:57 PM PDT by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: Mariner

Absolutely. We also think we can heal like we did at 20. I’ve come to the conclusion that it is better to go ridiculously slow to the point of head hanging shame instead of risking an injury that will stop my routine cold for however long my body decides to heal up. But losing weight does absolutely wonders for durability, so when actual weight loss comes you don’t tend to get hurt as much, or at least I haven’t.

We are living in a sci-fi dystopia where the poorest are the most likely to be fat and the richest are the most likely to be thin. These trends have reversed all of human experience. I often think we don’t think about how remarkable our current societal conditions are.

Freegards


46 posted on 06/16/2021 12:49:45 PM PDT by Ransomed
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To: Mr. K

<< The wheat flour causes inflammation >>

What in it causes the inflammation? The gluten proteins? If so, then anything containing gluten is a culprit, and that would mean avoiding more than just wheat — barley, rye, malt in various forms, brewer’s yeast...

How long did it take for your joint pain to subside? Longest I went was a week.


47 posted on 06/16/2021 12:52:45 PM PDT by Mr. Mojo
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To: Army Air Corps
Just getting on my 10-speed and riding a few miles a week has helped a lot. Luckily, I live in a hilly area with a lot of inclines.

When you’re ready to kick your exercise routine up a notch, try starting your bike ride on the south side of Chicago, and seeing if you can reach the other side of the neighborhood alive. Sometimes we just need a little motivation.

48 posted on 06/16/2021 12:55:20 PM PDT by noiseman (The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.)
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To: Mariner

/masisve eyeroll.

You’ve revealed yourself to be a massive tool.

Why add to that?


49 posted on 06/16/2021 1:13:03 PM PDT by sauropod (Chance favors the prepared mind.)
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To: Ransomed

Don’t be afraid of taking that extra day off if needed.

And know how to spot the need.

And no, the average 50yr old man is not going to go from the couch to benching even 75lbs for 3 sets of 12.

Much less over 65 yrs.

A competent trainer would cap him at 3x12x50lbs and make him come back the following day if he wants more.

He won’t be back for more the next day, at least not more bench presses.

But with practice and good nutrition I found I can sustain 3x12x100lbs without joint issues...and I have bad shoulder.

Half the men on this forum would be out of breath just carrying their rifle to the truck. But they talk badass revolutionary all the time lol


50 posted on 06/16/2021 1:13:18 PM PDT by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: Ransomed

Brisk walking is actually better than anything.


51 posted on 06/16/2021 1:13:32 PM PDT by dfwgator (Endut! Hoch Hech!)
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To: dfwgator

Walking just 2 miles per day, 6 days per week is all the cardio anyone needs to be healthy.

If you want to be strong, lift weights too.


53 posted on 06/16/2021 1:22:08 PM PDT by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: Steely Tom

I lost 15 lbs. in 2 months just eliminating carbs (potatoes, rice, pasta, squash). Lots of protien including the fat and lots of vegetables. Somewhat limiting at first but you have a lot more energy. I’m 74 and it works.


54 posted on 06/16/2021 1:30:19 PM PDT by dirtymac ( Now Is The Time For All Good Men To ComeTo The Aid Of Their Country! NOW)
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To: sauropod

Said the weakling that can’t get up off the toilet without help.


56 posted on 06/16/2021 1:32:01 PM PDT by Mariner (War Criminal #18)
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To: Mariner

Sure. Just keep telling yourself that.

I live on the MD/DE border. Come find me.

Azzho.


57 posted on 06/16/2021 1:33:17 PM PDT by sauropod (Chance favors the prepared mind.)
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To: Mr. Mojo

I use water excersizes to build muscle supporting my joints. Joints and whole body feel better after the pool. Arnica gel gives me some topical relief also.


58 posted on 06/16/2021 1:34:46 PM PDT by GreatRoad ('In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act' )
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To: Mariner

Easiest way I can think is date a 20 year old blonde.
Assuming you have lots of $$$


59 posted on 06/16/2021 1:36:43 PM PDT by Zathras
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To: Mariner

Why not just identify as thin?


60 posted on 06/16/2021 1:37:17 PM PDT by fruser1
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