November 3, 201114 yr Anyone know these guys? I actually know a couple of these people. http://news.cincinnati.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Avis=AB&Dato=20111102&Kategori=NEWS010701&Lopenr=111020802&Ref=PH
November 3, 201114 yr No, I just thought a local steroid bust made sense with a fitness thread. :lol: I missed the new thread on it.
November 17, 201114 yr Followed up with the doctor today. My blood test. PSA was 1.0, now is 0.7 TSH was 4.9, now is 1.13 Total Cholesterol was 217, now is 170 HDL was 36, now is 38 LDL was 166, now is 111 Triglycerides was 151, now is 98 Glucose was 95, now is 95 HA1C was 4.4, now is 4.3 Hemoglobin now 13.3 Looks great, right? I left one out --> Uric Acid was 6.4 now is 7.2 (should be below 6. Above 6.9 is considered dangerous.) That uric acid level has become the bane of my existence. Everything is going to have to change and I've had to rethink what my goals are and how I'm going to get there. I had planned on signing up for the Gasparilla Distance Classic 5+3K next March with my daughter, but that's been nixed. Running is out and walking is out, too. The pain caused by the gout/arthritis in my right ankle has gotten to the point that I simply can't do it anymore. The walks themselves bring on the attacks. I thought that was nuts, until my doctor explained as to why they do. The Allopurinol, that I now take to prevent attacks, actually causes the attackes when I walk by routing uric acid to my ankle, where the arthritis resides, instead of out through my kidneys. Doesn't matter how much water I drink either, though it's worse if I don't drink enough. Also, when walking, the ankle gets cold, as the body rushes blood to the thighs and hips, aggravating the gout/arthritis even more. My 5 miles of walking a day is over. Blows chunks. I enjoyed that more than anything. While working through this gout thing, I've maintained between 60 and 70 lbs. down from initial weight. At the doctors, today, I weighed in 67 down. However, I've been back to 60 several times in the last month. Can't seem to get a rhythm, like I had. Until the doc and I can get the Allopurinol levels right, I'm basically a vegetarian. I take in little fat or protein, which is a problem. Since I have to stay away from dried beans, lentils, and peas, too, I'm having a little trouble getting enough protein. No meat, chicken, or fish and no beer. I've tried to work dairy, in the form of cheese, back in to take care of the protein and supplement the veggies. However, having said all of that, I actually feel better than I did 5 months ago, when I decided on this life style change and have no intention of stopping, now. I'm concentrating on biking now. So far, things have worked well, but I'm not pushing it. I don't want this crap moving into my knees. I would still like to get to the point where I can ride to and from work daily, though.
November 17, 201114 yr Followed up with the doctor today. My blood test. PSA was 3.5, now is 0.7 TSH was 4.9, now is 1.13 Total Cholesterol was 217, now is 170 HDL was 36, now is 38 LDL was 166, now is 111 Triglycerides was 151, now is 98 Glucose was 95, now is 95 HA1C was 4.4, now is 4.3 Hemoglobin now 13.3 Looks great, right? I left one out --> Uric Acid was 6.4 now is 7.2 (should be below 6. Above 6.9 is considered dangerous.) That uric acid level has become the bane of my existence. Everything is going to have to change and I've had to rethink what my goals are and how I'm going to get there. I had planned on signing up for the Gasparilla Distance Classic 5+3K next March with my daughter, but that's been nixed. Running is out and walking is out, too. The pain caused by the gout/arthritis in my right ankle has gotten to the point that I simply can't do it anymore. The walks themselves bring on the attacks. I thought that was nuts, until my doctor explained as to why they do. The Allopurinol, that I now take to prevent attacks, actually causes the attackes when I walk by routing uric acid to my ankle, where the arthritis resides, instead of out through my kidneys. Doesn't matter how much water I drink either, though it's worse if I don't drink enough. Also, when walking, the ankle gets cold, as the body rushes blood to the thighs and hips, aggravating the gout/arthritis even more. My 5 miles of walking a day is over. Blows chunks. I enjoyed that more than anything. While working through this gout thing, I've maintained between 60 and 70 lbs. down from initial weight. At the doctors, today, I weighed in 67 down. However, I've been back to 60 several times in the last month. Can't seem to get a rhythm, like I had. Until the doc and I can get the Allopurinol levels right, I'm basically a vegetarian. I take in little fat or protein, which is a problem. Since I have to stay away from dried beans, lentils, and peas, too, I'm having a little trouble getting enough protein. No meat, chicken, or fish and no beer. I've tried to work dairy, in the form of cheese, back in to take care of the protein and supplement the veggies. However, having said all of that, I actually feel better than I did 5 months ago, when I decided on this life style change and have no intention of stopping, now. I'm concentrating on biking now. So far, things have worked well, but I'm not pushing it. I don't want this crap moving into my knees. I would still like to get to the point where I can ride to and from work daily, though. Very sorry to hear about the news. I hurt my leg, and while not nearly as serious I can definitely empathize with you on not being able to do the fitness activity you enjoy. Concerning the protein could you take the protein powders or protein bars?
November 17, 201114 yr Followed up with the doctor today. My blood test. PSA was 3.5, now is 0.7 TSH was 4.9, now is 1.13 Total Cholesterol was 217, now is 170 HDL was 36, now is 38 LDL was 166, now is 111 Triglycerides was 151, now is 98 Glucose was 95, now is 95 HA1C was 4.4, now is 4.3 Hemoglobin now 13.3 Looks great, right? I left one out --> Uric Acid was 6.4 now is 7.2 (should be below 6. Above 6.9 is considered dangerous.) That uric acid level has become the bane of my existence. Everything is going to have to change and I've had to rethink what my goals are and how I'm going to get there. I had planned on signing up for the Gasparilla Distance Classic 5+3K next March with my daughter, but that's been nixed. Running is out and walking is out, too. The pain caused by the gout/arthritis in my right ankle has gotten to the point that I simply can't do it anymore. The walks themselves bring on the attacks. I thought that was nuts, until my doctor explained as to why they do. The Allopurinol, that I now take to prevent attacks, actually causes the attackes when I walk by routing uric acid to my ankle, where the arthritis resides, instead of out through my kidneys. Doesn't matter how much water I drink either, though it's worse if I don't drink enough. Also, when walking, the ankle gets cold, as the body rushes blood to the thighs and hips, aggravating the gout/arthritis even more. My 5 miles of walking a day is over. Blows chunks. I enjoyed that more than anything. While working through this gout thing, I've maintained between 60 and 70 lbs. down from initial weight. At the doctors, today, I weighed in 67 down. However, I've been back to 60 several times in the last month. Can't seem to get a rhythm, like I had. Until the doc and I can get the Allopurinol levels right, I'm basically a vegetarian. I take in little fat or protein, which is a problem. Since I have to stay away from dried beans, lentils, and peas, too, I'm having a little trouble getting enough protein. No meat, chicken, or fish and no beer. I've tried to work dairy, in the form of cheese, back in to take care of the protein and supplement the veggies. However, having said all of that, I actually feel better than I did 5 months ago, when I decided on this life style change and have no intention of stopping, now. I'm concentrating on biking now. So far, things have worked well, but I'm not pushing it. I don't want this crap moving into my knees. I would still like to get to the point where I can ride to and from work daily, though. Keep your head up. Your commitment to change is well worth it.
November 17, 201114 yr My results from Ironman Florida: Swim 1:20:23 T1:16:21 Bike 6:48:12 T2: 13:08 Run: 4:53:41 Total:13:31:42 Tattoo: 31:08 1614 out of 2354 finishers. 2439 started the race. Held up through the day relatively well. Could have shaved a lot of time through transitions and through my bike and run, but I just took my time and did not push myself too hard. Amazing experience!
November 17, 201114 yr I started working out on my own in January. I grew frustrated in April when I wasn't seeing any results with weight or health. I went to Wiefit for nutrition and workout guidance in June. After 5 months of following the nutrition plan and using the ActivTrax workout at the YMCA, I've lost 20 scale pounds. I've lost right at 35 lbs of fat and put on 15 lbs of muscle and closing in on cutting my body fat percentage in half from my June number. The doctor is happy too as all of my medical numbers are much better. Can not wait to see what kind of results will happen over the next 5 months.
November 17, 201114 yr Very sorry to hear about the news. I hurt my leg, and while not nearly as serious I can definitely empathize with you on not being able to do the fitness activity you enjoy. Concerning the protein could you take the protein powders or protein bars? I've been looking into whey protein powder.
November 17, 201114 yr My results from Ironman Florida: Swim 1:20:23 T1:16:21 Bike 6:48:12 T2: 13:08 Run: 4:53:41 Total:13:31:42 Tattoo: 31:08 1614 out of 2354 finishers. 2439 started the race. Held up through the day relatively well. Could have shaved a lot of time through transitions and through my bike and run, but I just took my time and did not push myself too hard. Amazing experience! I can only imagine. Great job! Are you looking to go to Vegas next year?
November 17, 201114 yr I can only imagine. Great job! Are you looking to go to Vegas next year?For what? I am always up for a Vegas trip though I have considered doing the Marathon there.
November 17, 201114 yr For what? I am always up for a Vegas trip though I have considered doing the Marathon there. Ironman World Championship 70.3 It's at Lake Las Vegas in Henerson, NV, a suburb of Vegas proper.
November 17, 201114 yr Ironman World Championship 70.3 It's at Lake Las Vegas in Henerson, NV, a suburb of Vegas proper. That is only a half Ironman, though one of the major ones on the circuit. If I ever have to pack up and go it most likely will be for a full again.
November 17, 201114 yr Ironman World Championship 70.3 It's at Lake Las Vegas in Henerson, NV, a suburb of Vegas proper. We'll see him at Kona next year.
November 17, 201114 yr I've been looking into whey protein powder.Would be a way to get the protein you need.
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