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Ok, so first, I don't really feel like such a fat-ass anymore, but I thought I'd make a small tribute to the woofy GuiltyGear.

And also I want to think everyone that posted their encouragement in my first thread http://www.realjock.com/gayforums/480488/.

So I've been dieting for 10 months now, exercising for half a year, and I've cut 85 pounds.

It's an amazing amount! I kind of don't believe the number sometimes, but then I recall all the pant sizes I've been travelling through in the last year. I should post some before and after pictures.

But I'm still chugging along, health is great, blah blah blah.

My co-workers (and my non-existent, imaginary boyfriend) were saying that I should through some kind of "100-pound" party, and losing 100 pounds is my minimum goal, putting me at 210 total.

But we're a bit stuck on ideas for the party. We thought we could have 100 pounds of something to symbolize the weight loss... but honestly, 100 pounds of most things are really expensive..... anyone have any good ideas?

And I wanted to say thanks again for everyone who took the time to post some encouragement

Wow Ruggie, 85 pounds is awesome, puts me to shame!

You are looking great. As for the party, why does it have to be 100 pounds of something. Why not just 100 items or the like

Well done!

You might play with the UK pound and then convert to dollars....

I don´t know...

A 10 pound bag of potatoes is generally around $3-4, depending on where you live. At $30-40 for 100 pounds, that's not outrageous for a symbol. Just be sure to store them somewhere dry and dark and you'll prevent them from going bad; even on a diet, potatoes aren't bad if you bake them instead of frying them, and don't drown them in butter and sour cream.

And congrats. 85 pounds is quite the accomplishment.

Find an abandoned car and allow party guests to use a sledgehammer to inflict 100 pounds. It will be very therapeutic. I saw it done by a frat in college during finals week as a fundraiser. I still wish I had paid the five dollars to take a few swings lol.

Congrats, Ruggie!

Another congratulations from another loser! You've far surpassed me in what I've done here, so a big pat on the back for you!

Maybe you could have a 100 lbs of weight, and have people have to carry it around or move it from one side of the room to the other. That way, they'd get a feeling for what you're no longer carrying.

Congrats on a fine accomplishment! . . . maybe a big ball and chain . . .

Fucking eh, as the saying goes!

You made a plan, you "manned up" AND you executed it.

:-)

Tell your fat ass friends!

Obesity REMAINS the number one KILLER, by far, in our society.

No more fat ass, no more fat ass.

Continue.

Kudos to you man! Very inspirational.

As for the 100-thingy. Maybe a 100-pound cement/sand/gravel mix and mold a 100 figure on it. Get a warhammer and whack it on your party day. (Sounds fun but of course a bit of a safety issue - you´re a science guy you know the ropes.)

GuiltyGear said

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おいしい ハイボ ル ! ! !

...and an incredibly handsome guy has emerged from beneath the cover he's shed. Congratulations!

Congratulations! You're an inspiration to many. Keep up the great work.

Oh wow guys, thanks for all the kudos and terrific ideas; I'm really floored!

I need to work on getting some body shots, but here's a progress picture that shows just how much weight I've lost in my face. The skull is not a great place to store fat!



Things I love about not being a fat-ass:

1) I am never, ever, ever again going to buy clothes in the Big 'N' Tall section, or the Fat-Ass Clothing Store.

2) I have so much piece of mind not worrying about my blood sugar or blood pressure or cholesterol.

3) .... it really does get longer!

4) Not flinching when I accidentally see my reflection

I know I'm not done, I still need to cut another 30 pounds or so, but at least I can see light at the end of the tunnel now.

Congrats! That is super awesome.

As for the lovely symbol. Get a kiddie pool, pour in 100 lbs of water (measure with a gallon jug) dump in a few dozen boxes of jello, and you have a symbol as tasty as it is disgustingly similar to fat!

yeah.. he really is starting to look good

Hi Ruggie

MunchingZombie saidCongrats! That is super awesome.

As for the lovely symbol. Get a kiddie pool, pour in 100 lbs of water (measure with a gallon jug) dump in a few dozen boxes of jello, and you have a symbol as tasty as it is disgustingly similar to fat!

That's a fantastic idea! Visually significant and totally unappealing!

Congrats, ruggie. You're looking great

Fantastic, absolutely fantastic.

Thanks for the great ideas guys; so far I'm really digging the swimming pool idea. I guess that would be around 12 gallons of water. Very cool!

100 grasshoppers and you guys can turn them loose....outside of the office.

ruggie said

So I've been dieting for 10 months now, exercising for half a year, and I've cut 85 pounds.

Wow. Just....wow!

Wow! Look what a cutie you are! Great job, man.

You definitely need to have a HUGE party when you hit 100. Hey, here's an idea for your work buds: Collect 100 pounds of food at the party, and donate it to a local food pantry. Celebrate your loss AND let everyone feel good about themselves!

Top soil is _VERY_ cheap and comes in way too big of bags - like 2 dollars for 20 pounds or so

5 bags of top soil - watered down and shaped into a big you?


oh and uh, CONGRATUMAFUCKINLATIONS

that's way awesome (those last 30 pounds you lose, mind saving them for me? i could defo use em...)

ruggie said
I need to work on getting some body shots, but here's a progress picture that shows just how much weight I've lost in my face. The skull is not a great place to store fat!

This is an amazing transformation and testimony to the strength of your resolve and spirit.

Congratulations, man. The difference in those two pictures is absolutely astounding. In fact, I am not sure that if people showed me those separately that I'd believe it was the same person.

ruggie saidThanks for the great ideas guys; so far I'm really digging the swimming pool idea. I guess that would be around 12 gallons of water. Very cool!

Then invite your 100 hottest friends from RJ to come and naked jello wrestle with you in the pool, of course.

I'll start checking my mail for an invite, buddy boy...

Congratulations, Ruggie!

ruggie said
It's an amazing amount! I kind of don't believe the number sometimes, but then I recall all the pant sizes I've been travelling through in the last year. I should post some before and after pictures.

Hmm! How many pant sizes have you gone down? I've lost 75 pounds in the last 9 months (and I've been stuck at 245 for 3 months or so ) but I still wear all the same clothes I did when I was 320. Some of my shirts are loose, but my pants are exactly the same. Am I doing something wrong??


also...edit time! Losing weight does not make your penis bigger. Stupid urban legends...

MarshiHmm! How many pant sizes have you gone down? I've lost 75 pounds in the last 9 months (and I've been stuck at 245 for 3 months or so ) but I still wear all the same clothes I did when I was 320. Some of my shirts are loose, but my pants are exactly the same. Am I doing something wrong??

I am kind of in the same weight range/loss as you. I have gone from 312 to 229 recently (I started about 6 years ago at 380 size 52 jeans) when I was 312 I was in size 42 jeans now I am in size 34-36. I think you may not be doing anything wrong it is just that some people tend to carry alot of weight in their legs butt and thighs (like me) and other people carry more weight around their chest, belly and back. Its the whole apple and pear body shape thing. also. the more weight you lose the the more difference each additional pound seems to make. 10lbs when you are 300lbs is not the same as 10lbs when you are 200lbs so you may notice more dramatic changes as you procede . Good luck!

Marshialso...edit time! Losing weight does not make your penis bigger. Stupid urban legends...

It does however make it look bigger by reducing the amout of fat deposited in the fat pad of the lower belly and just above the penis. It is atleast a more flattering apearence even if it only amounts to minor increases in the erect size.

I've noticed that different parts of my body lose fat at what is an apparently different rate, but it seems to 'catch up' in the end. And yes, there is less fat padding the the root of the penis, not "hiding" what was there the entire time. I assure you the apparent optical effect is real and, let's say, validated from outside source.

I'm really loving the kiddie pool idea. The orgy would be nice, but not work-appropriate.

If you want an idea of what happens, blow up a latex glove and watch the fingers get smaller and smaller. Of course the reverse is true.

Wow! Congratulations, kudos and "props" (whatever they are) to you!

I'll second Ruggie's comments about it getting longer with weight loss. It worked for me!

I will second the idea of getting 100 pounds of food brought in by you and your coworkers to then donate to a shelter or other agency. There are far too many people out there today who don't have any food at all, and I'm all for symbolism.

That aside, a heartfelt congratulations on your accomplishment. Stories like yours are what this site is supposed to be about.

Oh the food donation idea is really good too... maybe I'll do both!

matt45710 saidI'll second Ruggie's comments about it getting longer with weight loss. It worked for me!

I'm definitely not seeing it

err..you know what I mean... hopefully.

WOW, 85 pounds. That is truly amazing, and shows you can accomplish almost anything through perseverance. I think you should blow up an old pic of you like they do on Biggest Loser, and then break through it for your grand entrance. That will really show people how much you have changed and accomplished. Keep up the great work, you look great!

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I see a hottie coming forth and in the making.


You're awesome.

badmikeyt saidI will second the idea of getting 100 pounds of food brought in by you and your coworkers to then donate to a shelter or other agency. There are far too many people out there today who don't have any food at all, and I'm all for symbolism.

That aside, a heartfelt congratulations on your accomplishment. Stories like yours are what this site is supposed to be about.

I will third that idea...first thing I thought of when I read your post. Great way to mark the milestone by donating 100lbs of food to a shelter. And congratulations. You look great.

UPDATE:

Hey guys... just broke the 100 pound mark.

That's 100 pounds down in 1.05 years, averaging to a quarter-pound a day. Not too shabby. I still need to lose a minimum of 20 pounds, but probably 30-40 realistically. At least the end seems in sight now! On the downside, I'm spending too much money on a entire winter wardrobe as the only thing that fits me from last winter is a scarf.

There's a chart of my weight in my profile if you're interested.

Thanks again for all the encouragement!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!

But if I were you, I'd keep the rest till spring- I wish I were fatter every winter

Congratulations!

So does this mean we'll see you in Speedos next summer?

xrichx saidCongratulations!

So does this mean we'll see you in Speedos next summer?

I don't think anyone wants to see that.... but I'll post the shirtless before and after pics i've been working on

Congratulations & way to go, Ruggie! You are truly an inspiration! In fact, you've help boost my resolve to lose another 15 pounds (or so).

Have you noticed any difference in how people treat you? I always find that interesting.

Keep-up the good work!

P.S. To illustrate the weight-loss at your celebration party, I'd go with the potato suggestion someone else made in a previous post. You could hang a 100 pounds of potatoes in some sort of sack (not sure what you'd hang it from), and people can try to lift it to be reminded how much extra weight you used to carry around all the time. After your party, you could donate the potatoes to a local food bank--- or eat an awful lot of mashed potatoes, but I doubt that you're into that sort of thing, based on your success of the past year.