Comments on: Weight Management for Endurance Athletes http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/ My Journey from Couch Potato to Triathlete Tue, 27 Dec 2011 02:31:12 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v= By: robyn http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-32338 robyn Wed, 19 Mar 2008 22:29:15 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-32338 Please check out this article: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/core_march_8.htm I too have lost over 70lbs in the past year and a half by training for triathlons. This year I'm scheduled to do two halfs, a sprint, two half marathons and two open water swims (2k and 5k). I too have another 20lbs to lose. I'm totally frustrated, though, because it's not coming off. I tried restricting my caloric intake -- like you did -- for two months and didn't lose a pound. So I upped it to RMR +cals. burned (my h/r monitor has this feature so I know exactly how much to log every day) and STILL haven't lost a pound -- but I haven't gained anything either. However, I have a LOT more energy and training is much easier. I also haven't been sick since upping the food load (*knocks wood*). I think the way to go is to eat more carbs in smaller portions and never after 6 p.m., or your liver will store it as fat while you sleep, and to eat ENOUGH. Check out the article to know more. Good luck and perhaps we'll run into each other in Kona one day!! Please check out this article:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/core_march_8.htm

I too have lost over 70lbs in the past year and a half by training for triathlons. This year I’m scheduled to do two halfs, a sprint, two half marathons and two open water swims (2k and 5k).

I too have another 20lbs to lose. I’m totally frustrated, though, because it’s not coming off. I tried restricting my caloric intake — like you did — for two months and didn’t lose a pound. So I upped it to RMR +cals. burned (my h/r monitor has this feature so I know exactly how much to log every day) and STILL haven’t lost a pound — but I haven’t gained anything either. However, I have a LOT more energy and training is much easier. I also haven’t been sick since upping the food load (*knocks wood*).

I think the way to go is to eat more carbs in smaller portions and never after 6 p.m., or your liver will store it as fat while you sleep, and to eat ENOUGH. Check out the article to know more.

Good luck and perhaps we’ll run into each other in Kona one day!!

]]> By: ecochik http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-31048 ecochik Sun, 24 Feb 2008 00:55:21 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-31048 If counting calories is on your daily to-do list, then i suggest using this website: www.sparkpeople.com You can log food that you eat and it calculates the calories, carbs, proteins, and fats for you. You can also log your exercises and it estimates how many calories are burned during that activity. Plus there are lots of helpful articles on health related topics. If counting calories is on your daily to-do list, then i suggest using this website:

http://www.sparkpeople.com

You can log food that you eat and it calculates the calories, carbs, proteins, and fats for you. You can also log your exercises and it estimates how many calories are burned during that activity. Plus there are lots of helpful articles on health related topics.

]]> By: Carol http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30566 Carol Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:11:31 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30566 Thanks everyone for your concern. As someone who has lost a lot of weight, the idea of eating <b>more</B> just plain scares me. I have been doing this for several years, BTW. I will think more about this... Thanks everyone for your concern. As someone who has lost a lot of weight, the idea of eating more just plain scares me. I have been doing this for several years, BTW. I will think more about this…

]]> By: Brye http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30564 Brye Tue, 19 Feb 2008 00:01:18 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30564 I'm glad I came across your blog. I've recently become interested in triathlons. I just had my first baby and I am eager to get back in shape. I've always wanted to do a marathon but I'm not a huge running fan. I like enough but I haven't caught the bug yet. Tri sounds great. My goal is to do one next spring or summer. My trainer told me the reason I haven't been losing weight is because I haven't been feeding my body enough. I agree with everyone that has commented. Make sure your fueling your body and it might jumpstart your weight loss again. I’m glad I came across your blog. I’ve recently become interested in triathlons. I just had my first baby and I am eager to get back in shape. I’ve always wanted to do a marathon but I’m not a huge running fan. I like enough but I haven’t caught the bug yet. Tri sounds great. My goal is to do one next spring or summer.

My trainer told me the reason I haven’t been losing weight is because I haven’t been feeding my body enough. I agree with everyone that has commented. Make sure your fueling your body and it might jumpstart your weight loss again.

]]> By: tc http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30561 tc Mon, 18 Feb 2008 23:12:06 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30561 is starving yourself a good idea? especially for a triathlete? you look great and weight shouldn't become an obsession if you feel healthy. be careful you don't develop an eating disorder. is starving yourself a good idea? especially for a triathlete? you look great and weight shouldn’t become an obsession if you feel healthy. be careful you don’t develop an eating disorder.

]]> By: Carol http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30556 Carol Mon, 18 Feb 2008 22:36:44 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30556 Greg, I've tried several different protein drinks, and taste varies a lot, not necessarily depending on sugar content. Here's my reviews, FYI: <strong>Low Carb (Sugar Free) brands... I use for protein supplementation in my diet, esp when I am counting calories: </strong> * Optimum Nutrtion Gold Whey (chocolate and vanilla): This is the one I talk about in my blog post it tastes alot better than the other brands I tried. * GNC Brand, chocolate flavor was okay. * Precision Engineering Brand, chocolate flavor was so bad tasting that I threw it away. Just tasted really artificial. <strong>The High Carb varieties are more for recovery after long or hard workouts.</strong> * EAS Myoplex. This stuff tasted really good. A bit on the sweet side. I had a free sample of it. It's very expensive, so I never actually bought it. * Endurox R4 Chocoloate: This stuff is sickenly sweet. I take this as a recovery drink after really long or really hard workouts, and mix it half and half with ON Whey powder just cuz I can't stand the sweetness. * Accelerade, Fruit Punch flavor: This I bought as a Gatorade type beverage for during workouts. It has some mix of carb/protein this is supposedly good for really long workouts or races. Taste is tolerable, it's very tart and does not mix evenly, and leaves a film in my water bottle that is hard to wash out. I won't buy this again. If I use it in races this coming season (haven't decided yet) I will buy the Accel gel pouches instead of mixing it in a water bottle. Greg,

I’ve tried several different protein drinks, and taste varies a lot, not necessarily depending on sugar content. Here’s my reviews, FYI:

Low Carb (Sugar Free) brands… I use for protein supplementation in my diet, esp when I am counting calories:

* Optimum Nutrtion Gold Whey (chocolate and vanilla): This is the one I talk about in my blog post it tastes alot better than the other brands I tried.

* GNC Brand, chocolate flavor was okay.

* Precision Engineering Brand, chocolate flavor was so bad tasting that I threw it away. Just tasted really artificial.

The High Carb varieties are more for recovery after long or hard workouts.

* EAS Myoplex. This stuff tasted really good. A bit on the sweet side. I had a free sample of it. It’s very expensive, so I never actually bought it.

* Endurox R4 Chocoloate: This stuff is sickenly sweet. I take this as a recovery drink after really long or really hard workouts, and mix it half and half with ON Whey powder just cuz I can’t stand the sweetness.

* Accelerade, Fruit Punch flavor: This I bought as a Gatorade type beverage for during workouts. It has some mix of carb/protein this is supposedly good for really long workouts or races. Taste is tolerable, it’s very tart and does not mix evenly, and leaves a film in my water bottle that is hard to wash out. I won’t buy this again. If I use it in races this coming season (haven’t decided yet) I will buy the Accel gel pouches instead of mixing it in a water bottle.

]]> By: Greg Lemon http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30547 Greg Lemon Mon, 18 Feb 2008 21:09:34 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30547 Is it generally true that good protein powders do not taste as good as bad powders? (less sugar in the good ones?) That seems to be a trend. There are a huge number of brands out there. I research at NutritionalTree.com (they don't sell any but do collect reviews), and there seems to be a huge difference in quality too. Is it generally true that good protein powders do not taste as good as bad powders? (less sugar in the good ones?) That seems to be a trend. There are a huge number of brands out there. I research at NutritionalTree.com (they don’t sell any but do collect reviews), and there seems to be a huge difference in quality too.

]]> By: 1/8triathlete http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30535 1/8triathlete Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:46:10 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30535 I also agree that you should eat every time you are hungry. I think its (probably) better to reduce the size of meal and eat more frequently (= when you are hungry). You are doing so much exercises that I bet you can quite freely eat what ever you like. Just drop off all snacks, candies and "junk/fast food". Those are "extra" energy what you don't need. I wonder where you got that "The bad news is that I am still at least 10 pounds more than where I should be as an endurance athlete." idea (hilarious). Who says what you can weight? Everyone is unique... how about those who are bit shorter and built bit "thicker"? Weight loss does not happen in one night. Just keep practicing and add more distances to your exercises. and first of all forget weight "problems". I bet that its much more enjoyable to do exercises if not bother about weight. Lets think the other side. but on the other side, you know yourself best. Nice blog and very best wishes from Finland. I also agree that you should eat every time you are hungry. I think its (probably) better to reduce the size of meal and eat more frequently (= when you are hungry). You are doing so much exercises that I bet you can quite freely eat what ever you like. Just drop off all snacks, candies and “junk/fast food”. Those are “extra” energy what you don’t need. I wonder where you got that “The bad news is that I am still at least 10 pounds more than where I should be as an endurance athlete.” idea (hilarious). Who says what you can weight? Everyone is unique… how about those who are bit shorter and built bit “thicker”?

Weight loss does not happen in one night. Just keep practicing and add more distances to your exercises. and first of all forget weight “problems”. I bet that its much more enjoyable to do exercises if not bother about weight. Lets think the other side.

but on the other side, you know yourself best.

Nice blog and very best wishes from Finland.

]]> By: TRACYH http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/post/weight-management-for-endurance-athletes/comment-page-1/#comment-30477 TRACYH Sun, 17 Feb 2008 19:53:08 +0000 http://www.triathlontrainingblog.com/?p=467#comment-30477 CAROL DID YOU EVER THINK THAT MAYBE YOU ARENT EATING ENOUGH? YOU MAY BE NOT GIVING YOUR BODY ENOUGH CALORIES, SO IT THINKS THAT IT IS STARVING AND IS HOLDING ONTO EVERYTHING YOU PUT INTO IT. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS IN THE PAST AND WHEN I ADDED SOME MORE TO MY DIET, THE WEIGHT CAME OFF. JUST A THOUGHT. RIGHT NOW ITS BACK ON AGAIN, BUT THATS THE LEFT OVER HOLIDAY POUNDS(LOL) I BASICALLY EAT WHENEVER IM HUNGARY WHICH IS OFTEN THROUGHOUT THE DAY. IM SORT OF A GRAIZER, HAVING TO EAT FREQUENTLY THROUGHOUT THE DAY. IM ENJOYING YOUR BLOG ENTRIES. I HHOPE I CAN MEET YOU AT THE WHITE LAKE SPRINT OR HALF, CANT REMEMBER WHICH YOU ARE DOING, BUT THE PLACE IM STAYING REQUIRES A TWO DAY STAY SO IM GOING TO WATCH THE HALF ON SATURDAY!!! TRACY:) CAROL DID YOU EVER THINK THAT MAYBE YOU ARENT EATING ENOUGH? YOU MAY BE NOT GIVING YOUR BODY ENOUGH CALORIES, SO IT THINKS THAT IT IS STARVING AND IS HOLDING ONTO EVERYTHING YOU PUT INTO IT. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS IN THE PAST AND WHEN I ADDED SOME MORE TO MY DIET, THE WEIGHT CAME OFF. JUST A THOUGHT. RIGHT NOW ITS BACK ON AGAIN, BUT THATS THE LEFT OVER HOLIDAY POUNDS(LOL) I BASICALLY EAT WHENEVER IM HUNGARY WHICH IS OFTEN THROUGHOUT THE DAY. IM SORT OF A GRAIZER, HAVING TO EAT FREQUENTLY THROUGHOUT THE DAY.
IM ENJOYING YOUR BLOG ENTRIES. I HHOPE I CAN MEET YOU AT THE WHITE LAKE SPRINT OR HALF, CANT REMEMBER WHICH YOU ARE DOING, BUT THE PLACE IM STAYING REQUIRES A TWO DAY STAY SO IM GOING TO WATCH THE HALF ON SATURDAY!!!
TRACY:)

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