Kilted Weight Loss

[kingandrew]

I know how you feel.

My 1st kilt, probably 10 years ago, was a size 46 waist. But I got skinnier and had to replace it a few years later with a size 40. But since being diagnosed with gout this summer, I have been working hard to minimize sweets and red meat, while eating lots more veggies (general goal is 80% veg overall, but ratios vary from meal to meal). I've been trying to run at least 3 times a week as well. Result: 30 pounds lost and getting near the weight loss goal identified by my doctor.

But the side effect is that the size 40 kilt is now too big, even with the straps pulled in all the way. I HAVE to wear my kilt belt to avoid the danger of indecent exposure. Of course, like most members here, I am excited to have an excuse to buy a new, better kilt

A funny story: the kilt belt I have was made for me by Oconee Leather Works, so it fit perfectly when I wore the size 46 kilt. But as I got skinnier, I didn't want to have to replace that beautiful belt in addition to getting a slimmer kilt. So I took the belt to a local leather shop and had the owner punch a few more holes in it, allowing me to pull it tight enough to keep working.

After he punched the holes and handed me the belt, I asked how much I owed for the service.

His reply: "As long as you're getting thinner, the holes are free. If I have to go the other way, then I'll charge you."

I'm glad to hear that several XMarkers are having to "cope" with this particular challenge. Does this prove that kilting is good for your health?

Andrew

[Riverkilt]

God love kilt straps!

Gonna probably have to sell my Utilikilt Survivor II

[tpa]

Congratualtions, Riverkilt. Smaller portions and no snacking generally does the trick. Exercise helps but is a waste of time if you overdo the food. Whenever I feel tempted I always remind myself that less is best. My kilts have determined my maximum allowable waist size for around 50 years. OK, buckles and straps have moved out and in but still the same kilts. During the same period many suits have had to be discarded, either worn out or outgrown; makes a kilt look cheap by comparison. All I've ever needed to replace was a tweed Argyle jacket. Long may it continue.

[kiltedtom]

I understand how you feel. Getting ready for my semi-annual physical at the end of this month, I wanted to reduce my A1C and Triglyceride numbers. To do this, I greatly reduced the consumption of my beloved Pepsi and candy in general. I had the blood draw this past Thursday, and, as such, I do not yet know the results. But I have dropped thirty pounds. Now my kilts are on the slimmest belt size. If I lose any more weight, I might have to buy me another kilt. Wouldn't that be just too bad.

I hope you all have a great holiday season.

Tom

[dutchy kilted]

I am right there with you, Ron, under doctor's orders to lose weight, and am down about 20 lbs already. Congrats to you!

Of course, now some of my kilts are too big, even on the tightest strap, and I don't want to by any other until I lose all the weight I want, so I have been using suspenders and hiding them under a waistcoat.

Not the perfect solution, and I sure don't want to use the metal clamps on my best kilts, but it is a great stopgap measure.

I am sure some of my USA Kilts ex-hires will be appearing on here soon, though.

[macmanjim]

I am down over 81lbs in 6 months. Still have a ways to go though. When I get down to my goal, I want to get a really nice kilt made, until then, I'll be buying something more affordable every 4 months or so.

[Benning Boy]

I'm at the point my waist measurement is the same as my hips nothing stays up unless cinched tight. If I suck in the gut look out floor. Looking forward to an hourglass figure again. We oddly shaped guys ought to have our own sub forum.

[DutchLegacy]

I once started off with a 48" kilt in brown, now I have my 44" falling to the ground! You can only take back the kilt-straps so far because of the apron overlapping the first pleats and have it catching all the time. So I'll be selling off some old friends in the near future...

I'm happy about the weight loss, but sad to have to let go garments that have so much character that I've come to see them as old friends...

[CollinMacD]

About 4 years ago I weighed 335 lbs, and had a size 52 waist. Today I weigh 190 lbs, with a size 36 inch waist. lost over 140 lbs. I did it the hard way, Agent Orange from Viet Nam, paid me a visit after 40 years of being docile. In November, 2007 I was diagnosed with a rare cancer, tumor removed was 4.2mm and operation took place on my birthday. Remnants still needed to be dealt with, so I took an oral form of Chemo called Gleevac, for 4.5 years. I was large when the cancer was diagnosed, weighted about 285 lbs, but ballooned to 335lbs in a few months taking the chemo, not that I ate more, my metabolism was messed up After the 4.5 years fight, I won the battle of cancer, but it left my extremely overweight, high blood pressure, and a multitude of other issues including several sever bouts with MRSA ......so fought my way through that, and I went to work every day, regardless how sick I was, I refused to alter my lifestyle, I had to live.

Next step, after the MRSA issues cleared, my Oncologist recommended Gastric Bypass and removal of the gall bladder, as the Gleevac, the oral form of Chemo Therepy, after for four and half years, caused lower stomach digestive issues, gall bladder stones, kidney stones, and metabolism issues.

So once again into surgery, and this changed my entire life style. Have maintained a steady weight now for almost four years, lowest weight was 180 lbs, told by Doctor to gain ten, have stayed at present weight. I hated being hefty, was not easy on my legs, knees, feet etc. Now I feel great, cancer free for 8 years going on 9 years on 21 December 2017. I can actually buy clothes from a normal store, walk without pain, and I do not eat beef, chicken, or processed meats. I stay with cheeses, yogurts, fresh vegetables, fruits (bananas), nuts, eggs, fish, a little lamb, and occasionally a little pork. I do have a hard time with tomatoes, especially tomato sauce, NO Sodas, beer, Sugar base products, limit the salt, no cold cuts, (occasionally small salami with cheese), no pasta, rice, white breads, and few other items. Really don't miss it, except for a cold beer, but never will I have one, too gassy. NO FRIED FOODS, broiled, grilled, but NOT Fried. I can and do have wine (white or red) and occasionally a whiskey, as long as its not carbonated and of course some other liquors, but have to stay away from processed sugars.

Look, it was a long, very hard road to travel, but a very small price to pay to be on this side of the daisies. Today, no blood pressure medicines, no pre-diabetes issues, the only issue I recently had was kidney stones, but they are gone, and I take pills to control prostrate issues as a result of the Chemo. No other mediations. My Oncologist told me, when it was determined I was cancer free, I was one of only 3 percent to have survived the type of intestinal cancer I had, ONE OF 3%, I thank the Lord every day, and really don't mind my diet. I can give a steak for my life, for my life. It was only I lost all the weight I decided to purchase and wear kilts, as I always wanted too, but my huge size, it made me feel I would be doing an injustice to the kilt.


CHEERS.

[Terry Searl]

About 4 years ago I weighed 335 lbs, and had a size 52 waist. Today I weigh 190 lbs, with a size 36 inch waist. lost over 140 lbs. I did it the hard way, Agent Orange from Viet Nam, paid me a visit after 40 years of being docile. In November, 2007 I was diagnosed with a rare cancer, tumor removed was 4.2mm and operation took place on my birthday. Remnants still needed to be dealt with, so I took an oral form of Chemo called Gleevac, for 4.5 years. I was large when the cancer was diagnosed, weighted about 285 lbs, but ballooned to 335lbs in a few months taking the chemo, not that I ate more, my metabolism was messed up After the 4.5 years fight, I won the battle of cancer, but it left my extremely overweight, high blood pressure, and a multitude of other issues including several sever bouts with MRSA ......so fought my way through that, and I went to work every day, regardless how sick I was, I refused to alter my lifestyle, I had to live.

Next step, after the MRSA issues cleared, my Oncologist recommended Gastric Bypass and removal of the gall bladder, as the Gleevac, the oral form of Chemo Therepy, after for four and half years, caused lower stomach digestive issues, gall bladder stones, kidney stones, and metabolism issues.

So once again into surgery, and this changed my entire life style. Have maintained a steady weight now for almost four years, lowest weight was 180 lbs, told by Doctor to gain ten, have stayed at present weight. I hated being hefty, was not easy on my legs, knees, feet etc. Now I feel great, cancer free for 8 years going on 9 years on 21 December 2017. I can actually buy clothes from a normal store, walk without pain, and I do not eat beef, chicken, or processed meats. I stay with cheeses, yogurts, fresh vegetables, fruits (bananas), nuts, eggs, fish, a little lamb, and occasionally a little pork. I do have a hard time with tomatoes, especially tomato sauce, NO Sodas, beer, Sugar base products, limit the salt, no cold cuts, (occasionally small salami with cheese), no pasta, rice, white breads, and few other items. Really don't miss it, except for a cold beer, but never will I have one, too gassy. NO FRIED FOODS, broiled, grilled, but NOT Fried. I can and do have wine (white or red) and occasionally a whiskey, as long as its not carbonated and of course some other liquors, but have to stay away from processed sugars.

Look, it was a long, very hard road to travel, but a very small price to pay to be on this side of the daisies. Today, no blood pressure medicines, no pre-diabetes issues, the only issue I recently had was kidney stones, but they are gone, and I take pills to control prostrate issues as a result of the Chemo. No other mediations. My Oncologist told me, when it was determined I was cancer free, I was one of only 3 percent to have survived the type of intestinal cancer I had, ONE OF 3%, I thank the Lord every day, and really don't mind my diet. I can give a steak for my life, for my life. It was only I lost all the weight I decided to purchase and wear kilts, as I always wanted too, but my huge size, it made me feel I would be doing an injustice to the kilt.


CHEERS.

You, Sir are an inspiration! Good on Ya' I say. I give you a huge Congratulations on your battles and I wish you continued success ...and a very Merry Christmas! May the coming year make all your wishes come true.....Cheers!