Ooooh, them's fight'n words Athletic
LOL!Deep down, you know who's the best! :)
Whoohoo.....Go Butt Busters!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 01:33 PM
Good point Jeremy... and one I have taken to heart. The only thing is that she got me in trouble for her misinterpretation of the matter but that is out of my control. All I can do now is pray and hope that she understands that I only want what is best for her. And of course we are all greater than we can ever know:)
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 01:37 PM
I pray that I can write as well as the other Jeremy one day. Cat you can do this
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 01:45 PM
Jeremy, I don't think you need to pray for that at all ... you have a giving spirit and it's not so much the words that connect, it's the intentions. I know your intentions are good, and that will carry you much farther than having a certain vocabulary or style of writing!
Thanks for the kind words.
Blessed be,
The other Jeremy :)
Body for Life Forum Message by chubicat (29 posts) at 06:34 PM
Thanks so much everyone for your responses. I know that I'm not alone, and I realy don't want to quit. All I have to do is do it. I see it being done every time I log on to this site. A friend of mine told me that I make it harder than it is or has to be. She's right and so are all of you. I was inspired reading all that you guys where telling me. Thanks again, My BFL family. Cat
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (330 posts) at 05:35 AM
fauxpas- if you dont have/want a mac you can still get an iPod. They are more expensive than many other Mp3 though, so you have to be willing to make the investment (or get the less expensive Ipod shuffle, which i dont know much about). I had a Rio MP3 player that I LOVED and now I have an Ipod. I love my Ipod because i have a huge music collection on CD and have put it all on there so now all of my music is totally portable!
But like i siad, Rio is great, Iriver has some great models--Look for light and small, those will be easiesst when doing cardio (a downside to the regular Ipod) Some also have an FM tuner that works moderately well so you can use it for both your MP3s or radio.
PS I work in the comsumer electronics industry. i cant get you a deal (heck, i cant even get MYSELF a deal!) but if you have questions feel free to ask!
Body for Life Forum Message by NeverGiveUp (93 posts) at 06:01 AM
Love my Mp3 - helps so much with cardio!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ssgtstepmor (2 posts) at 07:13 AM
fauxpasfur, I just bought a Sandisk e130 and love it! It has FM radio and Mp3 capablilities. Then I found walmart.com has music downloads for only $.88/song and no monthly fee like other sites. Then with windows media player version 10 (you can download for free) you can sync the songs right to the mp3 player. Couldn't be easier!
Body for Life Forum Message by fauxpasfur (188 posts) at 01:44 PM
cool, thanks for the input!! MEG
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 01:48 PM
Could not agree with you more!
The first time I did cardio when I got my shuffle I went for 1 hour like no problem LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (428 posts) at 08:37 PM
For mp3 players....check out www.cnet.com. It's great for giving you reviews on all the different types (you have hard drives, microhard drives, flash players, etc.). Plus, you can read reviews on what actual owners of the various players think.
The one we got is the second on the list here (Creative labs Micro Zen):
http://reviews.cnet.com/4521-6532_7-5021434-4.html?tag=subnav
We LOVE it...especially since it's got an FM tuner on it so if I'm at the gym while there's something good on the tv, I can switch over to that.
It's very user friendly, cute, small, and comes in a TON of colors...we got the orange one and I'm planning on getting my own (don't want to share...LOL) in lime green.
I bought ours on Ebay for around $200 plus about $15 s/h. It's been great so far...we also bought some cables to hook it up to our home stereo and an FM transmitter so we can listen to it through our car stereo.
Another reason why we got this one...the battery can be replaced by us....a lot of little electronics like mp3 players and PDA's have to be sent back to the manufacturer to have the rechargeable battery replaced once it's served it's purpose (around 3 years?). I would rather be able to do it myself than send it away and have to wait.
I bought a pair of Sony headphones that have a volume control in the little wires about midway down my chest so I don't have to use the volume control on the player. They were about $15 at Walmart and are great. They don't have any foam on them to get sweaty and are really light (I can even put a baseball cap on over them). I can't wear earbuds because my ears are too small and the buds won't fit into them. So I found these and they're great..you can also buy those on Ebay...I've seen them for around $5-8, including s/h.
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by jess1eb (15 posts) at 01:24 AM
Dont die before you take that photo!
Body for Life Forum Message by braxtontaigu (126 posts) at 01:49 AM
I think it's lame when the "experts" say that you should only drink when you're thirsty--that your body will let you know when you need water. I don't buy it for a minute! I have to tell my body when to drink; not the other way around! But I drink at least a gallon a day, and I am doing awesome. I read once that if you have over 2.5 gallons a day, you could do some harm to your body by flushing away essential nutrients. But I FIRMLY believe that it's extremely difficult to ingest too much water in a day! H20 RULES!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 02:50 AM
Silvertalons - I've been drinking at least that much and sometimes more and haven't died yet.
DON'T EVEN THINK ABOUT USING THAT AS AN EXCUSE TO NOT POST PICTURES!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Robyn (110 posts) at 04:36 AM
Jeremy I posted an interesting article on water and weight loss if you are interested in reading it, just go to my posts below my profile...
Robyn
Body for Life Forum Message by florida twin momma (15 posts) at 01:59 PM
marathon2
i have heard that also.. take your weight and divide it by 2 and that is the number your supposed to drink in ounces.... i guess i get over my limit on some days... but it seems to go right thru me... there isn't a bathroom in this town that i haven't been to since BFL lol
val
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 02:43 PM
It's a good guideline to start with, but remember there are situations where that will change. For example, in hot environments, you will sweat more, and therefore require more fluids. You may weigh the same (even less) between a cold climate or a hot, but in the hot, your water requirement goes up. So, use that half-your-weight as a guideline, but not a rule set in stone.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 05:06 PM
i asked this question before, Can you actualy drink too much water. Yes, you can if you drink tooooo much tooo fast , everything we ever do has to be in moderation and for our own indivudal needs. Yes we do get water from fruit, but everyone is eating different, If I eat a 1/4 of a watermellon, I will be peeing all day just as if you ate nothing but drank your 10 glasses of water, so while I might be getting more water, from canaloup, and watermelon, and grapefruit, you may be eating, bananas and and just a few blueberrys that don't have as much water, so to keep it simple the rule of thumb is for everyone to drink 10 glasses of water, that way you don't have to worry about if you got enough water from your food. and if you did, then you just got some extra, can't hurt, just make ya pee more.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 04:29 AM
Lisa,
This is one of the reasons why so many diets and programs fail. Most of the time, they are temporary - i.e. Body-for-12-Weeks instead of Body-for-LIFE.
For example, many people find themselves living from one free day to the next, so it's like 6 days are a struggle and only one day is "freedom."
For this to be lasting, every day should be freedom. The idea that you must be restricted and struggle is rubbish. Just like people acquire a taste for things they don't like (a lot of college kids don't like beer or coffee, but by the time they graduate, they like both) you can acquire a taste for healthy living.
There truly is no such thing as maintenance. Don't get me wrong ... I'm nowhere near as strict as I used to be, but it's not because I went into a maintenance mode. Instead, I learned to find ways to exercise and nutrition that I enjoy, so it is no longer something that I even desire to take a break from.
The average adult gains fat and loses muscle as they age. The body is a master at adapting, and if you just stick with the same workout, it will become less effective and over time your metabolism will slow and you will start to lose muscle and gain fat again.
So the key is to choose to live a no limits life. Focus less on the destination, and more on the process. Don't look at BFL as a means to end, but rather a means to a way of life. That way, there is no confusion or worry about what to do when you get there ... because getting there is never obtainable.
It's like Zig Zigler said, "Only floss the teeth you want to keep." When you brush your teeth, do you stop brushing them when they are clean? Nope, because you know it's brushing them every day that keeps them clean.
With health and fitness, it's the same. You don't stop when you reach the goal - you find ways to continue to raise the bar and keep it a part of your life, but you allow yourself to enjoy it. Don't like the cardio? Take up tennis or biking or something else instead. Not happy with going to the gym? Get resistance bands and medicine balls and a good home workout tape. There are plenty of opportunities to maintain and enjoy it without having to stop or hold back.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 07:56 AM
I love your post Jeremy!
It's very true that you learn to enjoy your new lifestyle! If you now give me the choice in between having a bowl of fruit loops in the morning or the healthy EFL Golden Pancakes, I'll pick the pancakes any day of the week! *LOL*
This makes me think of a quote: "We first make our habits, and then our habits make us."
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by RedJen (14 posts) at 10:40 PM
Okay I'm not giving up until i find a product that works on me! Even if I end up looking like a patchwork quilt! Tonights flavor: Coppertone Oil Free Self-Tanner Dark. I did a small patch on my leg just above the Fake Bake one lol:) Lets hope I hit gold!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 12:16 AM
Here you go..
The essential fatty acids in flaxseed oil are its key healing components. EFAs are particularly valuable because the body needs them to function properly, but can't manufacture them on its own. Essential fatty acids work throughout the body to protect cell membranes, keeping them efficient at admitting healthy substances while barring damaging ones.
One of the EFAs in flaxseed oil--alpha-linolenic acid--is known as an omega-3 fatty acid. Like the omega-3s found in fish, it appears to reduce the risk of heart disease and numerous other ailments. Flaxseed oil is an excellent source of omega-3s: Just 1 teaspoon contains about 2.5 grams, equivalent to more than twice the amount most Americans get through their diets. Flaxseeds also contain omega-6 fatty acids in the form of linoleic acid; omega-6s are the same healthy fats found in vegetable oils.
In addition, flaxseeds are a rich source of lignans, substances that appear to positively affect hormone-related problems. Lignans may also be useful in preventing certain cancers and combating specific bacteria, fungi, and viruses, including those that cause cold sores and shingles. When taken in ground form, flaxseeds provide an extra fiber boost, easing the passage of stools and benefiting the digestive tract in multiple ways.
This gives you the right kind of fat so your body will continue to burn fat when you are strict in your dieting, so when you are cutting the fat, you should take some, they come in capsule and I take them everyday!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 01:14 AM
Thanks Udenia, You are so smart!!
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 04:23 AM
A quick note on flaxseeds.
Omega-3 is largely deficient in the diet because it is highly sensitize to heat, light, and air. This is why any reputable companies that provide flaxseed have it in a semi-opaque or opaque container (light) with a cap (air) and recommend refrigeration (heat).
The seeds are interesting. They are a great source of fiber. However, aside from the ones you may be able to break open by chewing, the body cannot digest the seeds. They pass through. This makes them great for moving things along - but they also take on water, so you'll always want to drink more when you eat flax seeds.
If you are consuming them for the benefit of the oil, you'll want to grind them. Don't get pre-ground flax meal because it spoils quickly. Just grind the seeds in a coffee grinder within 15 minutes of consuming them to release the fats.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 07:26 AM
Jeremy Likness, so glad to see you here dude !!
Jim :)
Body for Life Forum Message by justforme41 (30 posts) at 08:10 AM
I buy the pre ground flax seed.. I put it in an air tight container and it keeps just fine for me. I alway's put a T on my oatmeal and veggies :)
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 08:20 AM
You can put the seeds in a blender or food processor and crush them up so you can get the benefit from them. I like to crush them up and put them in a container. Then sometimes I put it in my Myoplex shake, they don't ruin the taste.
Body for Life Forum Message by marathon2 (141 posts) at 08:52 AM
Does it really work or is my poor little mind just so desperate for sanity that I've convinced myself it does? I just started taking it yesterday-can it work that fast? It's great! It's like taking Excedrin (which makes me very chatty) without the jitters!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rhia (75 posts) at 10:25 AM
I wish it made me feel like that. Is it the caffeine making you feel like that? If so, then I will never feel that way since caffeine doesnt do anything for me. Im still taking it though, LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (188 posts) at 10:30 AM
I can tell you not to take it on an empty stomach before cardio- it eats a hole in me when I do that...it doesnt seem to do any of the social things for me like I've heard others say-lol....but it does curb my appetite....
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:03 AM
I have been toyign with the idea of being a human guinea pig to try it out. If I go wacko on it I will know within 3 days. Wish I could get a sample of it. Before I bought a whole bottle LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 11:05 AM
Yes, always try to have it with food, as recommended on the label.
ThermoDynamX really works for me, I sweat a lot more when I take it, in return, probably burn more calories.
Taking ThermoDynamX alone, without exercising won't do much for you, it's not a magic pill, but it will compliment you in your hard work! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 01:43 PM
Remember, anything you feel is more likely due to stimulation of the nervous system. This isn't where the fat burning comes from. It's just a sensation.
Fat burners at best may help you burn an extra 50 - 150 calories per day. If you do the math, that means for them to burn an extra pound would take the better part of a month.
Any extra weight you see shift is psychological, water weight, or other factors. There simply isn't a thermogenic out there that has the ability to raise fat burning.
I see a lot of people who aren't seeing progress, and feel a supplement will fix it. This doesn't happen. You must already be losing fat, and then certain supplements may enhance the existing process. No supplement will fix a program that isn't working.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 05:39 PM
but, suppliments might give you that little extra energy kick to push a little farther with your workouts. That's what it does for me. I take them for the energy, which in turn lets me burn more fat on my own.
Body for Life Forum Message by marathon2 (141 posts) at 05:40 PM
Thanks all! I guess it's better than Zoloft right now huh?
TNT I got a bottle (60 caplets) at Wal-Mart for $4.50! I think that's pretty good!
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 05:54 PM
I LOVE THERMODYNAMX!!! I take two in the morning (on an empty stomach) before my workout...and then another two after lunch. It wakes me up and makes me "chatty" too, but without the jitters.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 06:03 PM
I use thermodynamix for 4 weeks then switched to LIPO-6 and I will go back to thermodynamix upon the end of this challenge. It is time for a 2 week off cycle and I am sure that I will miss it... It helps wake me up in the morning and I am ready to go and bust the gym wide open at 0400 in the morning, so I vote yes for fat burners.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 06:06 PM
That's great - it's like coffee, however. If you get too dependent on them, they can actually drain your energy by taxing your central nervous system and adrenal glands. You really can create the most energy by staying away from stimulants altogether.
However, in my experience, I have a very addictive personality. I was addicted to alcohol, then cigarettes, then other things, then food. So, now, I have transferred that to coffee. I figure, if I'm going to have a vice, it might as well be one that doesn't have any calories and isn't linked to major degenerative diseases!
A lot of these supplements, as I mentioned, are "I feel it." And if they work from that perspective without imparting negative effects, I always say ... if it isn't broke, don't fix it! Ultimately, I like to see people create energy on their own, so they don't become dependent on a supplement for an energy boost. After all, the exercise and healthy living should be for the rest of your life - are you going to take the stimulants for the rest of your life as well?
(Me, I'm going to one day break my coffee addiction ... when the time is right).
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 06:44 PM
Jeremy, everyone will have their own experiences with supplements and some may do what they say for some and not for others... I like it because it does what I want it to do... end of story.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 07:28 PM
Soem supplements do help
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 07:44 PM
Udenia, I don't doubt that people have their own experiences. I thank you for sharing yours and appreciate that it has been beneficial to you!
Jeremy, I agree - some supplements do help. I am a fan of supplements that support optimal health.
I am simply cautious with stimulants and ergogenic supplements, because in my experience, when people have the right mindset and foundation in place, they succeed without these, and when they don't, no number of these will make a difference in the long run.
This is not a fact. It is only an
opinion and belief based on my own experience as a coach and transformee.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:57 PM
Ok it was on sale at my gym 40% off so I bought a bottle and i am gonna test it out. I am going to be the Trackers Guinea Pig. Personally I feel they are well, I believe my cup of coffee is enough when I leave for the gym in the morning. But, I am a science person and love experiments. And if I find a good deal on Lipo 6 I will try that too. So I know how it is w/ out supplements. and I def. know how it was on Beta-Mean I mean Lean. I named it that after it turned me into a raging psychotic. So her we go and I can honestly say I am a little nervous about it. I have thought about Puryvate sp? So hmmmm any advice on that one?
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:58 PM
the reason I am nervous is because of my reaction to beta-Lean which turned me into Beta-Mean
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:00 PM
OH yes and made me feel whaaacky cause of the ephedra in it. I swear I feel like Tom Venuto putting myself through this. He said he had tried several different things to see what worked and what did'nt. I to am one of those I have to test it out to believe one way or the other. I am telling you though one hint of feeling ickkky like I did w/ Beta Mean experiment Over! LOL
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by annie1104 (10 posts) at 01:56 PM
I'm just finishing up my first week on BFL and love it, but have a question. I have been drinking EAS whey protein occasionally as another protein source. I just read an "Ask the Doctor" question in our paper from a girl who was having trouble gaining weight. The doctor told her to have a protein drink once a day for weight gain. Since I'm definitely NOT wanting to gain weight, will the whey drinks hurt my progress?
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 02:02 PM
NO, it will not hurt your progress by any means (unless you simply eat too much). Protein will help you gain muscle mass, by gaining muscle mass, you burn more energy throughout the day and will get leaner and leaner as you progress along with your transformation. As so many people emphasize here, please do not worry about the scale, it’s a terrible indicator of your progress. Instead, take pictures to see your progress and take your measurements.
I use Whey Protein in my Oatmeal in the morning, I have a Chocolate and Peanut Oatmeal breakfast and it’s soooooooooo goooooood!!! Yummy!
Body for Life Forum Message by annie1104 (10 posts) at 02:17 PM
Thanks for your help! I just wanted to make sure I wasn't making a major mistake. I do have pictures (and measurements) which I hope to post by the end of the week.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 02:41 PM
I would like to share a few other views, if I may.
There is a lot of focus on whey protein. Whey is popular because the industry does a great job of marketing it. The fact is that unless you are a bodybuilder, the actual protein source you use doesn't matter nearly as much as the hype would have you believe. You are getting a variety of proteins throughout the day, and simply supplementing with the shake. Therefore, the key is that you enjoy the taste and it fits within your budget.
Protein doesn't go to muscle automatically. It is what is used for muscle, but excess protein CAN turn into fat. It's not the protein that is key, it's your total calories. It doesn't matter if you eat fat, protein, or carbs, if you are eating too much, you risk adding extra fat.
Finally, a note on the scale. The scale isn't a bad tool, it's just the way that people use the scale. The scale tells the truth. It is your weight. What most people don't realize is that your weight can fluctuate. You can retain as much as 5 - 7 pounds of water simply by eating a high sodium/high carbohydrate meal (i.e. taking a free day). This isn't fat, but it will make the scale go up.
However, if you learn to master the scale, you can plot the trend over time to see where it is heading.
If you only have a little bit of weight to lose, the scale isn't going to help you.
However, if you have a significant amount - say, 10 or 20 pounds or more - then the scale is a very useful tool. The reason why is because most people are not going to gain 10 or 20 pounds of muscle. It's just not that easy. So, knowing this, you know the scale MUST go down ... it's just a question of realizing this will be a trend over time, and that the day to day readings are not useful, only the week to week and month to month.
I always use the scale as my guide to cut down to low body fat - but only because I know what to expect. So scales are not bad tools, people simply abuse them as reasons to self-sabotage or become frustrated. Learn how to use the tool, and it can be an effective part of your transformation.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by annie1104 (10 posts) at 03:12 PM
Jeremy, thanks also. Points well taken.
Body for Life Forum Message by tippetoe (2 posts) at 05:17 PM
I am new to BFL and am wondering what are some good supplements to help during the program?
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 05:20 PM
Well, it really depends on what your goals are? If you just want the basics, I would suggest a good multi-vitamin, meal replacement shakes/bars and some EFA's.. "essential fatty acids" and a good fat burner(Lipo-6 or thermodynamix). There have been a few supplement threads in the past two weeks, so you can do a search and learn more about LIPO-6, CLA and protein powders. Good Luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 08:05 PM
is there really a difference in the quality if I'm not going to be doing fitness competitions or anything? Heck, I'm not even sure that it matters really. Just wondering how different the proteins actually are.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 09:02 PM
There are people on both sides who are very, very loyal to their proteins and will argue all over the place.
The whey side will say soy is a lower protein value and contains evil chemicals that cause cancer.
The soy side will argue that soy is beneficial and may prevent cancer, and that whey is a waste byproduct of the dairy industry that through a clever marketing campaign has suddenly become one of the hottest supplements.
The truth is probably somewhere in between. For example, the quality of whey would matter if you only had whey all day long. When you have it as a supplement, you are getting plenty of proteins. It is in fact a myth that you require a complete protein at every meal. Your body has an amino acid "bank" called the amino acid pool that it makes deposits into and withdrawals from throughout the day.
The proteins are different, but saying which is better is like asking if chicken is better than turkey or oranges better than raspberries. They all have their own unique attributes.
When it comes down to it, a protein powder you enjoy the taste of and that fits within your budget is key.
When the debates start about soy this and whey that, I'd just step back and let them fly and then make your own decision. People will quote studies about soy having carcinogens - of course, these studies are done on isolated isoflavones instead of the balanced soy in most shakes. They'll quote how babies fed soy formula are underdeveloped - but leave out the fact that babies fed nothing but whey would be underdeveloped, too (let's face it, neither whey nor soy are a substitute for mother's milk).
One benefit whey has is close to the workout or even HIIT, because this activity uses something called branched chain amino acids for energy. Whey has a lot of these and can help repelenish them - but then again, so can egg whites.
On the flipside, many people who buy whey have a whey shake before going to bed. They subscribe to the myth that you should cut carbs after dark, and don't realize whey is such a fast digesting protein that most of it is oxidized and converted to sugars anyway, and a better choice would be a balanced meal of protein, fiber, and low glycemic carbs.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:51 PM
I just can't stand the taste of any of the soy proteins I've tried, so I use Whey. I do drink soymilk, though. And I eat soy products. Just don't like the protein powders.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 11:12 AM
I love the cheesecake and pumpkin pie as well. My boyfriend who isn't really into eating healthy foods loves them too!
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (118 posts) at 02:37 PM
You guys are right about the pumpkin pie. It was a real hit at our house over the last weekend. I am going to make another one this weekend.
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 11:14 AM
I also like the way the BFL shakes and bars taste but only use them in case of an emergency or if I am craving something sweet.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 11:18 AM
I use it in my protien shakes to make them more chocolately! YUMM!
Body for Life Forum Message by shoop (1 posts) at 08:31 AM
I glanced at the book at B&N too. I thought to myself "I'll have to try this after my 12 weeks are up since it seems very different from what I'm doing now." Now that I'm on my 5th week, I don't want to bother learning something new!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 08:35 AM
I read it and was very disappointed, it wasn't very specific like BFL. I would love to return it! If you haven't bought it, don't its not worth it. That is my opinion
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 11:16 AM
If you go to the community link on the BFL site then go to blogtown, Maggie has great recipes and she has one for muffins, I haven't tried it yet but its worth trying.
Body for Life Forum Message by scolquhoun (13 posts) at 12:34 PM
I went to the website, but couldn't find blogtown. I found blog, but they only had 3 people on there. Any help on were to look?
Thanks,
Sue
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 02:56 AM
I use the organic all natural peanut butter too. After stirring I put in the fridge. I only eat it when I don't feel satisfied after a meal. 1 tsp. only on a spoon and I eat it slowly savouring the peanutty flavour yum.
My mother in law has the crunchy. I'm getting that next time - out of the fridge off the spoon is the best. Like a big explosion of peanuts in your mouth - yummmmmmmy.
Body for Life Forum Message by debwaid61 (31 posts) at 08:41 AM
I use the Smuckers and I love it more than the regular now. When I make the chocolate,/PB shake, I add a couple of spendas, really good! In fact, it is my favorite protein shake!
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 08:48 AM
I get mine in the Health Food Store. Natural Organic PB. But I'm sure some supermarkets sell it too.
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (428 posts) at 04:29 PM
I love the one from Costco. It's extremely creamy and doesn't get really hard like some natural PB does in the refrigerator. It's only got 2 ingredients....peanuts and sea salt. NO added anything. My kids love it too, which is nice. I don't have to buy 2 different kinds. I also like the price.....2 big jars for $6.99.
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by emilyuward (45 posts) at 09:16 AM
i use both too and i love them
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 09:26 AM
I use both. I drink one shake every morning, even on my free day. I use the bars occasionally in a pinch.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jake (35 posts) at 09:33 AM
I have a shake once in a while and bar every evening for a snack with water or tea while my skinny wife eats ice cream!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 04:48 PM
I have about 1 shake a day - only do bars if I have nothing else - hard to find good ones without chocolate.
Body for Life Forum Message by mj (47 posts) at 10:58 AM
Hi everyone. I know I don't get on here too much and ask questions, but I am obsessed with this site. I am on it all day long. I do have a question though.
I am supposed to be eating 1500 calories a day. I cannot ever get there. I get between 1300-1400 on a good day. I don't know what I am doing wrong. I have upped the portions on all of my meals. I am still trying to lose fat so I am going a little less on carbs and more on protein.
My question is this....for those of you who eat this many calories a day, what in the world are you eating? Can you give me some ideas?
Thanks so much.
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 11:18 AM
How long are you awake for? What time do you wake up and what time do you go to sleep?
Perhaps you can fit a 7th meal in? That would bring you up in calories...but try to eat larger meals :-)
In the morning, I'll have my Golden Pancakes, which can sometimes go as much as 400 calories, depending on what I decide to put on it. :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 11:21 AM
post your meal plan, perhaps we can help you tweak it some more.
Body for Life Forum Message by mj (47 posts) at 11:35 AM
I'll give you today's menu since I have the info in fitday.
Breakfast - Pancakes 240 calories
snack - shake 150 cal.
lunch - sandwich 250 cal.
snack - shake 150
dinner - pasta, tomatos, chix. breast 420
snack - cottage cheese 90
This adds up to 1300 calories for today.
What do you think?
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 11:41 AM
Put some Natural Peanut Butter on your pancake and eat half a banana with it.
Shake: what kind is it? If it's the Low Carb version, add an apple to your snack.
With your Cottage Cheese, have a carb with it, like a small portion of oatmeal or something.
Body for Life Forum Message by mj (47 posts) at 03:34 PM
I am still trying to lose fat so I am trying to go a little less on carbs right now. I haven't lost a pound or inches in weeks. I just got my before and after pics back and there is hardly any change. I am just so frustrated because I work my butt off and eat right.
Today's ratio was 48%(P) 38%(C) 14%(F)
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 04:09 PM
This is what I was eating to get around 1500 cal/day:
1. 3/4 c. egg beaters; 1/2 c. oatmeal made with 1 c. skim milk (320 cal)
2. Myoplex lite shake w/ 1 T. flaxseed oil (300 cal)
3. 3 oz. ham on 2 slices whole wheat bread; carrots (250 cal)
4. Myoplex lite shake (180 cal)
5. 3 oz. 94% lean ground beef; small potato; 1/2 can green beans (265 cal)
6. 3/4 c. cottage cheese; 2/3 c. blackberries (180 cal)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:15 PM
MJ, I'm losing plenty of fat and I have carbs with every single meal. I usually get 1500-1700 calories a day... here's what I ate today:
1 - EFL Ham, egg and cheese muffin (1 slice lf ham, 1 egg, 3 egg whites, 1 slice 2% cheese, Thomas's light multigrain english muffin) 297 cals, 9g fat, 25g carbs, 8g fiber, 31g protein
2 - 4oz 2% cottage cheese and Dannon Light 'n Fit Yogurt 180 cals, 2.5g fat, 22g carbs, 17g protein
3 - South Beach Lunchables 250 cals, 10g fat, 15g fiber, 25g carbs, 25g protein
4 - Apple & 2 sticks string cheese 241 cals, 9 g fat, 22g carbs, 3g fiber, 16g protein
5 - Salmon, asparagus, sm baked potato 407 cals, 12g fat, 27g carbs, 5g fiber, 46g protein
6 - Protein shake with 1/2c frozen strawberries and a banana 285 cals, 2g fat, 46g carbs, 5g fiber, 24g protein
Total for the day - 1660 cals, 162g protein, 169g carbs, 35g fiber, 48g fat
I don't usually count calories, because I generally have a feel for what I should eat, so this took me a bit to put together, lol. Today was a bit higher in fat than usual, but only about 5 grams higher than I allow for. My ratio came out to 39/35/26 protein/carbs/fat.
Hope that helps!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:19 PM
mj: are you using any type of supplements? I'm just curious to know.
Body for Life Forum Message by MsJerra (8 posts) at 04:56 PM
Okay...so I had a game last night and didnt make my lunch. So I decided to go to BK for lunch.....but I ordered a Veggie Burger with no mayo....this should be an okay chioce for lunch right?? I mean, it has protein and carbs in it with limited fat....I just feel bad still cause its fast food.
Cant wait for HIIT....doing 30 min today! Whoo hoo!
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 05:48 PM
I never would have thought burger king it have anything healthy, but what you got sounds like you did very good, I'm pround of you, you showed us you can go out and still eat right, thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (139 posts) at 08:03 PM
next time try a chicken salad... my favorite fast food choice! it only has 220 cals.
corinne.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:59 PM
I think you did fine. It's not something I'd make a habit of, but for one meal, it's just fine. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:01 PM
I'm sure they have the nutritional value on their website somewhere :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 05:16 PM
I picked this up on a whim. It is super yummy. I've eaten it plain and made a turkey wrap. I'm going to try it with tomato sauce, lowfat cheese, and veggies to make a thin crust pizza. My carb/protein balance is usually a little off, with carbs being slightly higher, and this helps. Here are the stats: 110 cal/3g fat (0 trans)/24g carb (15g fiber and 0 sugar)/11g protein
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:00 PM
Mmmmm... I'm looking for that this weekend!
Has anyone told you that you are absolutely adorable?
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:02 PM
My husband loves the Flatouts, but didn't know they made them low carb, I'll have to check it out! Thanks Nicci for the info!
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by curvy_island_goddesse (45 posts) at 05:38 PM
I usually make scrambled eggs with one whole egg and 2-3 whites, but I'm always looking around for a place to put my yolks (they don't go down my sink well and I don't like putting them straight into the trash 'cause sometimes the bag leaks).
Does anyone have any nifty suggestions for disposing of yolks...or free day recipes or home uses such as a facial? Gotta admit I always feel guilty about throwing the yolks away.
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 05:49 PM
I googled yolk facial and came up with a ton of stuff. Some of them said to just smear on the yolk and leave it for 30 mins.
I would not suggest doing this in the presence of another human being.
Body for Life Forum Message by curvy_island_goddesse (45 posts) at 06:05 PM
LOL!! got a visual of that...too funny!
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (186 posts) at 06:07 PM
If you have dogs you can add it to their food or you can freeze them for later use on a free day.
Body for Life Forum Message by braxtontaigu (126 posts) at 06:34 PM
Yes, I usually give a few of mine to the dog or I just throw them away. One time I saved some of them and made creme brulee on my free day. It was SOOOOO GOOOOOD.
Body for Life Forum Message by curvy_island_goddesse (45 posts) at 08:14 PM
hmm...never had creme brulee. will look it up
Body for Life Forum Message by gardenimp (5 posts) at 08:21 PM
I give mine to my dogs. Its gotten so that when I crack eggs they come running from where ever they are and stand by their dishes LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (139 posts) at 08:26 PM
try washing your hair with egg yokes,,,
corinne
Body for Life Forum Message by rburtoncpa (1 posts) at 08:48 PM
I have started buying bulk egg whites in the cartons from Whole Foods Market. Much easier to use, and only slightly more expensive.
No eggs to crack and separate. Don't tell your dogs I mentioned this.
Body for Life Forum Message by gemthing (151 posts) at 08:55 PM
Hee hee, my dog gets mine too. She's little, so she can only have one a day, the rest go in the fridge for the next couple of days. But eventually they get thrown out, cuz there's just too many.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:57 PM
My dog gets mine. :) He's pretty disappointed on days I don't make eggs. But we've gotten to the point now where he has to wait patiently for my eggs to cook before he can have his, so he's still eating while I am and he's not standing there begging for my food. :D Now, when he sees me get out the eggs, he immediately lays down on the floor to watch me cook.
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:17 PM
YUCK YUCK YUCK! *LOL* Put it in your face, hair, or give it to your dog???? *LOL* hehehe you guys are just too funny!
I trash mine....but I think I might try to be as creative..I'll have to do some research to see if I can stur up some type of beauty secret or something :) hehe
Body for Life Forum Message by curvy_island_goddesse (45 posts) at 05:45 PM
Hey guys, I just had the BEST salad last night!!! I got the store-bought salad in a bag w/sugar snap peas. I added warm rotisserie chicken (de-skinned & de-fatted) and dried cranberries (cherry flavor...high in carbs so just a few) and topped it off with just a little bit of Newman's Own brand light rasberry & walnut dressing (2 tblspns has 4.5 grams unsaturated fat & .5g saturated fat - body for life success journal says we need 1 tblspn unsat fat daily or 3 portions of salmon per week).
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 08:35 PM
Oooh -- sounds good. I have that same dressing and believe it or not, my 2-yr-old daughter was sharing a carrots, fresh spinach and yellow peppers salad with me the other day -- dipping her spinach leaves in the dressing.
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 07:23 PM
ok, spelling on that may be wrong. i tried out this pita bread, with a little skepticism, but it's really good. at my store it's in the dairy area. it might be frozen some places. the same brand makes a whole line of healthy breads. the pita has 100 cals 6 or 7 g protein 4 g fiber and like 20 g carbs. sorry i can' remember the exact numbers. i just polished off the bag today.
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 07:29 PM
Why can't I find this stuff? I see it discussed a lot in fitness mags.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 07:37 PM
Very good stuff!!! I love it. At certain health food stores, you can get sprouted English muffins, hot dog buns, bagels, you name it. It's awesome - loaded with protein and fiber. For example, we might have a buffalo burger with Ezekiel (sprouted grain) bread ... yum!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 09:50 PM
dani- where do you live? i live in houston so i can go to almost any grocery store and get it. maybe you can order it online? that might be more trouble than it's worth though.
jeremy- i love buffalo meat. it's such a great alternative to ground beef and turkey.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:53 PM
Dani -- check the healthy section of your freezer department. I usually see it near the organic and vegetarian stuff. Haven't tried it yet, but now that theres a recommendation... I'm on it!
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 10:20 PM
Yup. Here in South Dakota, we just go out in the backyard and run one down. LOL. Just kidding. We did get half of a buffalo from a local rancher, and have thoroughly enjoyed it. New Year's dinner was a nice red wine, roasted asparagus, and buffalo T-bone.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 08:20 PM
Two questions:
1. When EFL recipe says "4 egg whites" I opened 2 containers of eggbeaters. Whoops I got quite a big piece of omelete. It seems that one container (supposedly equals 2 eggs) compares up with 4 "egg whites" in EFL in terms of volume???
2. If Egg Beaters have no yolk, how is it that they are yellow not white, grin?
Thanks.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:39 PM
I think they add food coloring to the Egg Beaters.
For the recipes, I think you can read the side of the carton and I think it says how much to measure of the Egg Beaters to equal so many 'full eggs'.
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:40 PM
I'm not sure what you mean by containers. The one's I buy are like little milk cartons. There's WAY more than 2 eggs in there. More like 10-12
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 09:53 PM
i'm pretty much addicted to golean crunch. i even want it on free days. the thing is it's a little high in sugar, even though it's a great source of fiber and has some protien. so, i don't eat it everyday b/c i feel like it's not the cleanest option. does anyone else eat cereal? what kind? how often? with milk or by it's self?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:55 PM
I eat cereal sometimes. My favorites are Nature's Path Optimum Power Breakfast and Optimum Slim. Both very high in fiber and a good amount of protein. One has flax, I believe both have soy (but it might just be the Slim). And I eat it with milk. I don't eat it often, but that's mostly because to fit it into the right ratio and still keep it a decent meal size, I can only have about 1/2 cup, and I feel ripped off. LOL So now I mostly eat it on free day. But every couple of weeks, I get in the mood for cereal and will suffer with only 1/2 cup. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:58 PM
:-) I eat Post CarbWell Golden Crunch Cereal, it tastes pretty good to me :-)
I have it with Hood CarbCountDown 2% Milk ... one of my favorite easy breakfast meals
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:16 PM
When I need a change from oatmeal I will occasionally have Special K with red berries w/ this Milk our grocery store sell Mootopia. It has 14 g. of Protein and a low amount of sugar and high calcium and fat free. W/ my 4 egg whites.
Body for Life Forum Message by toni220 (13 posts) at 11:43 PM
Question: Since I don't eat eggs, what would make a complete breakfast. I would love everyone's suggestions. Does everyone eat eggs every morning?
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 11:51 PM
I eat a huge protein shake
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy (15 posts) at 11:53 PM
Lean ham is good, cooked with a fat-free cooking spray like pam.
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy (15 posts) at 11:59 PM
I have some of the myoplex ready made drinks that I was -planning on taking with me on my trip this weekend. However, it just occurred to me that the changing pressure of an airplane trip might make these explode in my bags, which would make the whole weekend kind of a drag. (Protein shake in all my clothes and none in my system) Has anyone taken these on airplanes before? My plane leaves Saturday morning. Thanks!
-rainy
Body for Life Forum Message by florida twin momma (15 posts) at 01:56 PM
thanks everyone for the replies...gonna try a short run on my non HIIT day... see how it goes..
val
Body for Life Forum Message by Margroovy (78 posts) at 02:06 PM
I did a combination of running and stationary bike for my cardio in my first challenge. I often extended my HIIT workouts beyond the 20 minutes. Sometimes I added additional intensity cycles. Usually only up to 40 minutes worth. Other times I did the 20 minute HIIT then after a 1 minute cooldown jogged at an even pacd for additional time according to my energy and available time. I can't say for sure if this is counter productive, but you can view my profile to see the results I got while using this semi-modified version of HIIT. Also, I did HIIT almost everyday toward the end of my challege. I found that it really burned the fat off quickly. I don't think there is really any problem with doing extra HIIT as long as you are not tiring yourself out. Exhaustion can lead to diminished innume system and the last thing you want for your training is to catch the flu or something. Good luck and happy running! PS - I love running too, and have been a 'runner' since high school. I just ran my first marathon a little over a week ago. Good luck and happy running! Margaret
Body for Life Forum Message by CharlieOhio (30 posts) at 02:51 PM
I 2nd the resistance bands.. Those things are great..
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (249 posts) at 03:00 PM
If you have access to a track. try sprinting the straitaways and then jogging the curves. You should be able to do 8 to 10 laps in 20 mins.
that equals 2 to 2.5 miles. I like doing it cause it is a nice change up from the tread mill and I do not have to worry about looking at the watch or what level I am on.
Trust me if you give it your all on the straightaways. you will get an excellant workout.
Rod
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 03:07 PM
That is a great workout Rod we used to do that for track. We would sprint the long walk the shorts. It is awesome it also believe it or not build abdominals and glutes like crazy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (249 posts) at 03:13 PM
Teresa, that is a great workout, and the other benefit is when I am out there on that track it takes me back to my high school days. LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 03:40 PM
Rod - great idea!!! I am gonna try that! I love your ideas!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (498 posts) at 12:06 AM
I used to get teased because that was my key phrase for patients with shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, etc. "In through the nose, out through the mouth." One lady made me laugh (even now) because she repeated it over and over as she did it. I heard her saying it when I walked past her room later! LOL! BTW...babies are mouth breathers.
Body for Life Forum Message by Britney's Competition (36 posts) at 12:53 AM
Some long distant runner in hs told me that I should breath in through my nose two breaths and out through my nose two breaths (or one long breath) ... you breath to the pattern of your feet. Each step is a breath. It really does depend on you and how good your lungs are. Just make sure you are getting enough oxygen into your lungs ... don't wanna pass out now =)
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (330 posts) at 09:00 AM
Its so interesting the different experiences we have all had. WHen I was marathon training our coaches always told us to forget the in-through-the-nose bit. Breath through your mouth, nose, everywhere, because you want to get as much air in there as possible.
Another tip that I actually learned back in my singing days in high school, is how to be sure you are filling your lungs. WHen you take a big inhale, your shoulders should not go up, but instead your stomach should come out. Your lungs are filling and pushing your diaphragm downward, enabling your lungs to be filled. If your shoulders are moving up you are more tense than you realize. Every 10-20 steps I try and take a bigger breath in, but thats just what I have found works for me.
All that said, don't spend your whole HIIT worrying about your breath. If you feel like you cant breath anymore, maybe you are not at an 8, maybe you are really at a 9. Listen to your body and make adjustments as you need to. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 09:47 AM
AS I said before, it does sound silly, but I had to always remind students to breath, you would be surprised at the number of people that would hold there breath, or some would keep puffing out and never really inhaled deep enough, so really, that's why the rule of thumb is, in thur the nose and out thur the mouth,
and I kept says breath naturally, It seems that we are born with the ability to breath natural but in 15 years of teacing aerobics I came across all kinds that really had a problem just being natural, also , if when you hit your 10's you still want to be "in oxygen" and that's aerobic, cardio ex means pumpming and working the heart muscle so you must stay aerobic and if you can't talk at little, then you are working over your max,that's why it is important to watch and keep track of your HR, you may be doing all you can and when you feel like you are dyeing and only at your 8 level, you really might already be at your 10's and then you try even harder abd go way over your max. that's not good, even when you hiit,
Bill says, talk and say body for life in the body for both cardio and for wt training.
durning your interval training, you do go from aerobic to a quick anerobic state, that's when you jump into a higher level, but it is so fast that you body quickly adapts and the ATP quickly kicks in and brings oxygen bavk to the mayachronia cells and you are back in the aerobic stage, so you may be huffing and puffing, I certainly do, I think everyone does, but even while you are huffing and puffing you should be able to talk a little, hold a short & simple conversation, like, if you are jogging or unning on the treadmill and you are hiting your 10's and someone say, hey are you about finish your workout out, you should be able to say, yes, always, give me 5 more minutes.
I hope I am helping and not making it more confusing, the simple thing is know your Min HR and your Max HR work with in that range and your 10's should be at the max. Breath natural, talk a little to be sure you are ok,
and most inportant, listen to your body,
Have a great BFL day, Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 04:54 PM
Yes, I know a lot of people who jump to weights prematurely. What's wrong with this? It usually means you have other muscles involved, like your hip flexors, rather than actually loading more on the abs.
Abs are very complex and its important to learn to work the entire core. For example, you want to learn how to perform a vacuum and maintain that throughout the exercise. This works a muscle beneath the abdominal wall called the transversus and helps keep the abs flat when relaxed (abs are one of the few muscles that are bulged when relaxed, and straighten when contracted - it is the transversus that pulls them flat in a rested state).
A great way to develop your abs is with the hanging leg raises. Most people do these incorrectly. They use the roman chair, which provides artificial back support, or they have someone hold their torso to keep them from swinging.
A properly executed hanging raise will have your torso perfectly still, so the movement is only in your legs. You do this by keeping the stomach pulled in and squeezing on the insides (like a Kegel) while performing the rep. It creates a burn and is difficult - few people can knock out 12 in good form the first time doing it correctly (i.e. with no swing).
Once you master it with knees bent, you can progress to new levels - i.e. legs straight, then legs up over your head. Then, you can even flip inverted and do scissors, etc. There is quite a bit to do.
Other exercises that use body weight:
V-ups (lie flat, legs spread in a V, then raise legs and torso at the same time and push arms "through" the V.
Toe touches - lie flat, legs straight in the air, then alternate touching right arm to left foot, left arm to right foot, etc.
Pie-ups - lie flat, legs straight in the air, toes pointed, arms out like wings, then push up with your pelvis as if you are bringing the toes to the ceiling. Very restricted range of motion, but works the abs.
Abdominal push ups - lie flat on your stomach, legs straight, arms extended over your head with palms down - now, pull yourself up. That's right, don't push with your arms, but instead, try to pull your torso up by contracting the abs.
This is just a small sample of the myriad of body weight exercises that can not only strengthen your abs, but do them in a very functional manner that will be much more advantageous than simply loading more weight on crunches and situps because they improve flexibility and core strength all over.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 05:22 PM
Jeremy
Thanks. Your post helps alot. Its that I was using the worksheet and it had columns for the weights for the abs and I checked the ab exercises. But I understand clearly now.
Yeah, going slow and focusing/directing which muscles are to be used during the exercise does make it more effective than just one-up, one-down, two-up, two-down mindless routine.
Thanks all.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by curvy_island_goddesse (45 posts) at 05:15 AM
here's a link. let me know if it helps
http://64.233.161.104/search?q=cache:XIMGBxxJO7sJ:www.watfxc.com/TF/TF%2520Education/shin_splints.htm+shin+splints+causes&hl=en
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 06:23 AM
I use to get shin splins a lot as well (in the beginning) but had to work through it... I built up to it. I wouldn't do running HIIT for now, but do try to walk once in a while on it, to build your body up to it :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 06:50 AM
Curvy, thank you so much for that info. I have never gotten fitted for my type of running shoes. I don't know if that has much to do with it, but I am gonna just start again and hopefully I can still walk without crying in a week or so :)
Personalizeabook... how bad were your shin splints and did you just work through them or did you rest in between?
I have just always wanted to be able to run, I dunno what it is. Just to say I can, I guess. I'm gonna do this! Oh well. Anyways, thanks guys!
Body for Life Forum Message by ssgtstepmor (2 posts) at 07:19 AM
I would recommend going to a specialty running store and get fitted for you shoe. That made all the difference for me when I was having trouble with my ankles. I had tried everything, then went to get properly fitted. Turns out I had the absolute wrong shoe for my foot. I bought the new shoes and have had no problems since.
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 07:37 AM
YESYES - ssgt is right! you need to go to a GOOD running shoe store - not one of those places that sells bikes and kayaks and clothes and basketballs - go to a RUNNING SHOE STORE. Ask them to help you find a good shoe. At these stores, the sales reps are very well trained to help you. Someone who knows what they're doing is actually going to watch you walk, run, check out your foot strike pattern, probably want to know your approximate weight, what you plan on doing, how long/far, etc. This is really important as there are all kinds of issues that affect what type of shoe you need.
FOR EXAMPLE:
I weight 190+lbs. I have low arches. This throws my knees slightly out of alignment when I run. Doesn't sound like a big deal, but over time, it can cause problems, needless wear and tear and lots of pain, swelling.
My running shoe has to have a bit more arch support, more cushion for someone my weight, and a wide base with a solid heel to help support proper movement in the ankle.
If I went to Sports Authority, the reply to "can you help me find a running shoe" might be something like "Oh, I like these" or "these are popular" or "these are cute".
If you have issues that affect your running, this is not acceptable...
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (249 posts) at 03:08 PM
Daaang Girl, we are all creatures of habit. we usually find something we like and stick to it, but just as changing you weight excercises is good for you so is changing your cardio excercises.
I used to only run for my HIIT, then I started having knee pains and problems, so I tried the crosstrainer. I loved it and I have to admit I used to think you would not be able to get a good workout in using that crosstrainer. Boy was I wrong. I now alternate. on the days after I do a really intense LBWO I use the crosstrainer, on the days after UBWO I use the treadmill. The best thing is my knee is all better now and pain free.
Definitly get fitted for proper running shoes.
Rod
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 05:02 PM
um, okay. I feel stupid for even asking this, but can you give me the names of some running shoe stores? :/ I never, ever thought I wouldn't know the name of a clothing store..but there ya have it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Connie (4 posts) at 05:14 PM
Hey Dang,
Try Omega shoes they are located in the same shopping area as Old Navy in JAX. I've never been there for a fitting of shoes but I get my gels for my heels there and they seemed very knowledgeable....
I do the treadmill one day, the cross trainer another, the Big Stairs and a bike. In fact I rode the bike today for my cardio and thought I was going to cough up a lung and my quads were going to rip through my sweats.. lol. I normally ride on level 4 or 5, but started my warm up on 8 and my 10 was at level 16...... Almost couldn't walk when I got through. lol But I hit my 10!!! lol
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 05:33 PM
well, I certainly know where Old Navy is! :) I just went and totally forgot there was someone in my lil town that did BFL too :) Glad to see ya Connie! Girl, it would be nice if we were at the same gym :/ So close, yet not close enough..lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by nothingcanstopthisgirl! (6 posts) at 12:16 AM
Ok, I know that Taebo isn't a part of the BFL plan and I haven't done it since I began my challenge. But, I'm sorry....I love doing Taebo! Has anyone done Taebo while on BFL and if so, did it hurt or help your results? I'm hoping that I don't have to eliminate activities that I love for the sake of not doing too much cardio?
Body for Life Forum Message by LJ (23 posts) at 12:21 AM
I love tae-bo too! If you have the energy to do it on top of all the bfl stuff then I have to say I'm amazed. If I had the energy, the access and the will to do tae bo then I would.
Body for Life Forum Message by silvertalons33 (682 posts) at 12:50 AM
BFL shouldn't stop you from doing the things you love. Unless it's eating a bunch of junk. If you like to do tae-bo then do it. maybe instead of 1 hiit session or even just do it on the side. I'm rollerblading now and I love it. BFL is a life choice and if it hindered your life then it wouldn't seem to be a very positive choice then now would it?
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (51 posts) at 03:45 AM
I have the full set of Tae Bo and enjoy fitting them in as and when I can. I am sure including Tae Bo is allowed, as it is cardio - I include it and enjoy it!!!!
J
Body for Life Forum Message by bride2be (166 posts) at 04:54 PM
I was going to ask the same question. I moved into my new home and durring the move my treadmil got messed up and isn't working anymore. I was thinking of filling the cardio void with his fat blasting cardio routine. If it gets the heart rate up and makes you wanna die I guess it could work :). My fiance tells me to just go outside and run. But I just moved into this neighborhood and I don't want to scare the neighbors...lol...they will be sayin' "who is chasing that woman"...lol...
Body for Life Forum Message by MsJerra (8 posts) at 04:58 PM
Im on my 4th week and Im not noticing a darn thing....just frustrated. I have noticed when I viewed several profiles that there wasnt much difference until the 8th or 10th week. cant wait till I make it that far! Looking forward to the future! =)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 05:06 PM
Don't worry it's the 4 week freak out. We have all been there. You are making changes! YOur eating much better your working out. Quit thinking of loses think of gains..... more energy, more mental strength (at times hehehe at least for me) a much better aware of the nutrients that you put into your body. I bet you do have physical changes. I felt the same thing @ 4 weeks and there are tons here that can agree with it! Your doing great so keep it up!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 05:11 PM
I'm almost done with week 5. Just getting over the Official Four Week Freakout. I went shopping. Bought a size 8 skirt. It helped. ( :
Body for Life Forum Message by MsJerra (8 posts) at 05:38 PM
I know! Im just low on the patience....
Thanks for the posts =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 05:46 PM
I'm really impatient, too. I'm not seeing progress as quickly as I think I have on past "diets," but I think that means I'm losing fat and gaining muscle. Look around on here and see if you can't find the "Paper Towel Theory." It makes sense to me, and it's helping me "bide my time" until that miraculous week 8. Good luck to you!
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 08:00 PM
Remember, BFL is different in that the promise is not a quick fix, but a true transformation from the inside out. Focus on some of the internal changes, instead of waiting for the external.
Even if you don't drop a single pound, if you are following the program, you are eating healthier. You are exercising. You are slowly taking yourself off the list of the #2 killer in the United States (#1 is smoking, #2 is poor diet and lack of exercise).
So celebrate ...
>> Your new, healthy habits
>> Your body, that is becoming healthier
>> Your vision and mission to stay strong
>> The fact that you are doing this not as a condition (i.e. if I don't lose x pounds then I'm just going to give up) but as a new lifestyle
>> The inspiration you will give others by staying with it
It took me 9 months to finally figure out that what I was missing had nothing to do with the workouts or nutrition. For 9 months, I went through the motions, but I was telling myself it was only working if I saw weight loss, and that I probably couldn't ever look like anyone in the book.
After almost a year of that, I met someone who was a former champion and realized, WOW - this is real! It can happen. The ONLY thing that changed was my belief. Just having that faith that it would work out and I didn't have to worry about what my weight was doing, etc, but that if I simply committed to not giving up and following through .. that created the change. It empowered me to lose 30 pounds in 12 weeks when it took 9 months to lose the same amount of weight before!
Have faith.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Sweety (25 posts) at 11:15 AM
WOOHOO!!!!!!
DAY 17 and I see results!!!!
YIPPEE....I am so pumped!!!! Can't do anything else cause my UBWO left me limp as a noodle but I am still excited!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 11:20 AM
I'm on week 4 and I'm at a pleateau, not that I lost much weight or inches. But I feel great. I don't think I ever felt this energetic in my life. I pooh pooh the scale b'cause it only tells part of the story. Hang in there, from the results of other females it looks about week 6 or 8 is the magic number.
Body for Life Forum Message by c (19 posts) at 11:25 AM
It's W3C1 for me, and I dropped 7 pounds. Female 5.3", started at 188, now down to 181. I haven't tested my bodyfat....thats next week.
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 11:25 AM
Whoohoo Sweety!!! Butt Busters RULE! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 10:47 PM
Hi guys! Got back yesterday. I sure loved camping for a week but I really missed you guys! Next time I'm going to see if I can put together some kind of wireless internet setup so I can stay in touch. That would be super!
Anyone have any suggestions?
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (472 posts) at 10:56 PM
Jim
If you have a laptop and there is a Starbucks or Borders bookstore near the campground, you can pay a small fee and connect to their wireless server.
You wouldn't be at the campground, but you could grab a cup of coffee and get your BFL fix too!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (414 posts) at 10:57 PM
Welcome back!
I'm looking into a blackberry, which lets you access the internet away from home via a cell connection. Now, if I can only convince honey that I need it! Hmmm...
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 11:01 PM
Well there are lots of solutions depending on your location money and what you have available in the area.
If you have a laptop, a lot of isps actually have a pcmia card that allows a satellite connection. It is about the same speed as dialup and usually pretty expensive.
Some mobile phones/pda combos have built in web browsers, so that's always an option as well.
it just depends on how much you want to spend to start with, monthly and what works for you.
Body for Life Forum Message by m7s7frost (1 posts) at 10:07 PM
You look incredible!!
You are my inspiration to get started and keep going! Thank you.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:13 PM
I am glad this popped up since I was gone! EXCELLENT JOB girl! You did great such an inspiration! YOu know I think your pretty damned awesome already though hehehe right! LOL YOu go girl! We are gonna have another grand time in C2! Wohooooo!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 10:25 PM
Nice to have you back Teresa! :P We've missed you!
I still love your shoes and bikini the best! :-) hehe, I can't wait to see our results for C2 too! HOT HOT HOT! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by MissCarlie (93 posts) at 11:15 PM
Great job girl You look Fabulous!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 11:44 PM
MY OH MY OH MY!!!! YOU LOOK GREAT!!!
How in the world did you build all of that muscle in only 12 weeks! You did a marvelous job and are textbook example of how profound of a change BFL can make!
On to C2!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (51 posts) at 07:17 AM
Welcome on board!!
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 08:55 AM
Welcome! :o) How great that your mom is here too!
(Hi, FaithPCFL!)
-Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by NeverGiveUp (93 posts) at 07:14 AM
Can't believe I'm on day 4 already and feeling and doing good (not sure about the points cappy - but I know I have earned every one available until now). I'm doing self-hypnosis and it is really quite easy once you get the hang of it - once you are in the right state of mind you tell yourself that any thought you will have for the next few minutes in that state of mind will be so powerful that it will come true - and so far so good!! It's great fun really. HOW YA ALL DOING?
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 07:41 AM
So you don't have to go searching for the thread, here is a copy of the points rules. If you have any questions, let me know...I may not know the answer, but will get it!!
Daily Points
- 0.5 pts per day, for drinking 80 ounces of water or more. (6-day max). Total points for week – 3 pt max
- 1 pt per day for clean eating - 5 meal minimum per day, (6-day max). Total points for week – 6 pt max
- 1 pt per day for exercise – (6 day max) Total Points for week – 6 pt max
Weekly Points
- Post measurements on BFL-Tracker Forum (under your profile) and to your Capt. – 2 pts.
- Body Weight % change, (please let me know if you are trying to gain) 2 pts per % change - (10 point max per person, per week)
o (220 to 215) 5 lb loss, 2.3% change in weight x 2 pts = 4.6 points.
o (140 to 137) 3 lb loss, 2.1% change in weight x 2 pts = 4.2 points.
Monthly Points
- Body Fat % change
o 22.1% to 19.9% = 2.2% change x 10 pts = 22 points. (40 point max per person, per month)
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- Each Sunday/Monday, Post Weekly Measurements on Forum
- Each Sunday/Monday, Report Daily points to Captain
- Each Sunday/Monday, Report Weight only to Captain. They will enter in spreadsheet.
- Each Month, on the 25th of each month, Report Body Fat to Capt, not the change. They will enter in spreadsheet.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 07:42 AM
Still doin goooood! Waiting for my clothes to dry so I can hit the gym..lol. LBWO today..wheeee!!! Then back home and I'm tiling my bathroom..another wheee! lol!
Hey guys...have a GREAT day and make this one count! Eat squeaky clean, drink water til your eyeballs float, and hit those 10s! Oh I do so very much love those 10s. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 07:55 AM
Hey gang! This week is going good. I posted a thread...in a bad funk...but hanging in there. Thanks for all of your threads... you are always so helpful. LOVE YOU GUYS! The Bod Squad is the BOMB!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 10:05 AM
Scuba - I posted on your bad funk thread, but wanted to re-iterate that we've got your BFL back! Hang in there, you will overcome!!!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by sbaney (72 posts) at 10:50 AM
thanks for the heads up on the points Nancy. BTW...is a portion creep for dinner a deduction for eating clean???
Scuba........tie a prayer knot and hold on........what doesn't kill you will make you STRONGER!!!
We have your BOD Squad back........
steve
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 02:19 AM
Lovey - St. Thomas - wow. Been to Sandals' Negril in Jamaica - I love Jamaica.
Steffie - were in Mexico last year and gained more than 6 lbs. and took more than a week to come off.
Whenever I go on vacation, and it doesn't matter where the vacation is, I bloat up right away. Don't know if its just being away from home, water, whatever, add on the alcohol and food then I'm in trouble. And it certainly used to take more than a week to come off.
Since starting BFL I am truly afraid of what will happen next time.
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 06:24 AM
raygeo,
how is the hip feeling today? (glad it wasn't your knee!!!!! - that would have worried me more)
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 07:32 AM
T-N-T we have so much in common when it comes to joints and snap crackle pops. lol. And what gave up those lovely injuries.
Raygeo hope it worked out for ya. My sweetie says he is going to put a recorder to my hips to record all the noises that come from there when I workout. He says "That just ain't right!" lol. Best of luck with everything next month
Body for Life Forum Message by raygeo (27 posts) at 11:09 AM
Well the word is...I'm going to be an amputee...Just joking of course. Today the soreness is even less than it was yesterday. I did my HIIT Cardio on the stationary bike with no pain. I did 60 sit-ups in 1 minute and 55 pushups in 1 minute. Nothing aggravated it or caused any discomfort. I think I got lucky and it was a warning. OH BTW...why did I do a non-standard HIIT/ab workout? I'm preparing for my USAF Fit Test. I have to push out 50 push ups in 1 minute and 50 situps in one minute, have a 32" waist and run 1.5 miles in 9.5 minutes to get a perfect score. My waist is currently 34" (down from 40") Push-ups and sit-ups are easy. My 1.5 mile run is at 11 mins 30 secs. I test in 2 weeks, I need to shave 1 minute off my run to score in the excellent range. HERE'S A TIDBIT: I TESTED POOR ON THE LAST TEST 6 MONTHS AGO.
Thanks for the concern and advice!
Ray
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:29 AM
Funny when I read your post yesterday I KNEW exactly what you were talking about it feels like something gets hooked on something then a loud pop and OUCh and it is sore. Would love to hear what you find out it is! : )
BTW YOU WILL KICK BUTT ON THAT USAF TEST! I just know it! Good luck and go show em how it's done!
Body for Life Forum Message by Southy (4 posts) at 09:30 AM
My husband is in the military and Iron Mikes are what they give the soldiers for punishment to cause extreme pain without it being considered hazing. I guess it would be similar to a walking lung, either done moving or just standing in place. Basically, you lunge forward a comfortable distance, and then drop your knee to the ground and get back up. After about 50 my legs were so wobly I thought I was going to hit the floor. Like Daaang Girl said, I had to grab the counter for dear life yesterday morning because I almost missed the toilet trying to "squat" down to it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Southy (4 posts) at 09:31 AM
PS--You put your arms behind your head, like you would do in a sit up, so your entire squat is legs, not supported by arms.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:07 AM
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!!!! MONICA CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I can only imagine what your feeling. I have been trying to break into the 120's myself and I am still stuck at 131 right now. I am so close and when I get there O M G!!!! Its gonna be party time. It must be the best feeling in the world. Way to freakin go girl!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by silvertalons33 (682 posts) at 12:44 AM
Congratulations Monica....quite an acomplishment but again I say "I knew you would do it" can't wait to see how much you've melted away by the big day.
Body for Life Forum Message by sheila (55 posts) at 03:42 AM
dawn- i hate working out at night as well, i try to do all my workouts in the morning. although i have to get up aweful early some days.
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 09:54 AM
You go girls, sounds like we are all GETTIN HER DONE hhehe.
I had an awful headache yesterday, took a nap and got up and did my HIIT anyway, and guess what , the headache when away!
yeppy, workouts are a cure for everythig!!
*GET*HER*DONE WE gonna win!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 09:56 AM
TWIRISH 1 haven't heard fromyou, How is it going???
Get in here with us, we'll not only movitated you but we will entertain you too!! We have fun here!
*GET*HER*DONE*
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 09:58 AM
Did my HIIT walk this morning, went 2.10 miles in 30 minutes. I was sweating like a race horse! Woohoo!
Body for Life Forum Message by twirish1 (9 posts) at 10:15 AM
Hey, girls! I'm feeling a bit tired this week when it comes to working out. I've never tried supplements before, but I'm going to buy a bottle of Thermodynamx tomorrow. Does anyone use this? From the posts on this subject, it appears most people would recommend this product. I just need a boost! I've been eating clean all week, maybe my body is just going through sugar withdrawal (I'm a recovering addict). Water is no problem for me, I drink water and green tea all day long, can't get enough! Well, all I can say is I hope we kick ass when we post our stats on Monday! Let's go GET*HER*DONE!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 10:59 AM
good morning girls!
I got up early and did my HIIT. I told my husband to make sure he kicked me out of bed, and that he did!!! I got the old punt.
I still have a head ache, this is day three. I think I need a new pillow!
Have a great day. Eat clean, work hard and drink lots.
Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 11:10 AM
I didn't have to do any cardio today, just my LBWO but I went on a 40 min walk for a little extra
and feeling GREAT!
GET*HER*DONE
Body for Life Forum Message by sheila (55 posts) at 03:20 PM
did my cardio at 4 a.m. still have to drink a couple glasses of water but feeling good.
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 04:36 PM
Did my HIIT today and 4 clean meals so far and oh did I mention I'm drowning up here.
Body for Life Forum Message by Fitat45 (35 posts) at 06:12 PM
Hi Ladies!
Dawn- I hope that your head is better.
Twirish1 I hope that you 'perk up' Pls let me know how you like the Thermodynamx.
Mama, Sheila, Busy91, MsJerra & rmkkjb..keep drinking that water! :)
I wonder what is would be like to sleep through the whole night w/out having to get up & go to the bathroom. :)
Stay focused!!
Body for Life Forum Message by sheila (55 posts) at 06:15 PM
just a side note, i finally got in to see the diabetic counselor and bfl fits right in with what i should be eating. well she did say it was a little high in protein but if it works for me go with it. and it does.
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 09:07 PM
GET HER DONE!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 10:16 PM
Hey Fitat45, I know what you mean about the middle of the night bathroom run. I feel like I am pregnant, alway having to find the bathroom. But I keep telling myself that drinking this much water and having to go to the bathroom more often is just flushing all the toxins out of my body. Yeah for being healthy.
Us girls Rock!!!! we are going to "GET HER DONE" And when we are done we are going to look HOT!
Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (51 posts) at 03:49 AM
You gave me a heart attack. I thought you were leaving our group.
I gave up smoking over 15 years ago, and it was the best thing I did.
It will not be easy, having smoked for so long, but stay with it, you'll be alright.
HAMMMER TIME!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Robyn (110 posts) at 04:44 AM
I started smoking when I was 14 and I quit on new years at the ripe old age of 28, 15 years of smoking, best thing I ever did...you wont be sorry :o) but that Allen Carr book mentioned by Jennigetin'fit go for it its an excellent book I know many ppl who read it and successfully quit without the help of patches or gum etc... Good Luck you can do it, just dont think about it... You just have to associate enough Pain with smoking and alot of pleasure with stopping and that will make it easier its your mind that needs to quit the smoking..cause all of us ex smokers, we all know that our bodies dont like it...
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:02 AM
WOW Steve I am feeling your pain. That was amazing though. OUTSTANDING work there my friend :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 12:29 AM
Now that's what I call PASSION!! You expressed it in such a touching and inspiring manner...
I had similar feelings after climbing a tough hill on my bike a few weeks ago. Ain't it great to feel so ALIVE!!!
Take care buddy...you're doing great!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by sbaney (72 posts) at 10:52 AM
Thanks again you guys for your encouraging words...It is great to be ALIVE!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:59 AM
I think it's fine! It was tears of joy and accomplishment. I believe I have seen MR. Lance Armstrong shed a tear or two after his tour de france victories. Heck I would too! Actually I did! On my last cardio day of 12 weeks I was crying a little at my accomplishment in the last min of my 20 min. It's ok your human go for it be happy, be proud you did it!!!!!!! Your awesome you are a BFL champion you finished a grueling challenge! It has been an amazing journey for you! Yes great post! I loved it! Beautiful and inspiring!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 02:37 PM
Hey that must be a 10 squared!
Im learning how to identify what is 5 (like a walk in the park) as I am still so sore from my chaos on my first day of UBWO last Monday. Got the hang of it when I did my first LWBO last Wednesday... most are clean, and some could use some additional weight (which I noted for next Monday). But my legs are functioning properly while I still could barely raise my arms above my head, grin.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by sbaney (72 posts) at 03:14 PM
Hey Jay...
If you use less weight and go deeper into each rep, squeezing it for a second at the end of the lift and pausing for a second before the next rep, you will see greater future gains with much less soreness. Also drinking 1 to 1 1/2 gallons of water a day is a must! Start pounding the water earlier in the day, too!
I'm ALIVE and I'll SING!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 02:35 AM
Bac511 - your meal is something what I would eat and probably more like 1/2 c cottage cheese. But now looking at what everyone else is saying I might have to take a look at my own meals. I think my protein portions are a lot higher than the fist measure. If I'm feeling extra hungry it seems I always up the protein.
Another thing, my salads are really never any smaller than what fits in a mixing bowl. Maybe its time for me to re-evaluate.
To me your meal looks good.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 02:43 AM
This 1/4 c of cottage cheese is bugging me so I put it into fitday.com. Low fat comes in at 41 cal./7 g prot/1 g fat. The 1/4 c cott. cheese is not gonna kill ya, you had all that popcorn in your diet, I wouldn't be stressing too much about the cottage cheese. I say eat the cottage cheese too if you really want it.
Body for Life Forum Message by silvertalons33 (682 posts) at 08:36 AM
I'm with flower on this one (besides she's been complimenting me so much lately I'd almost feel like a traitor if I didn't agree with her LOL) Seriously though the recomendation is 40/40/20 I seem to be eating a lot more protein than anything else myself and it seems to be going pretty well. Don't sweat the small stuff.
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 08:49 AM
Hey Bac, I'd exchange the ff tortilla for a ww one. And perhaps save the cc for your last meal with some fruit.
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:58 AM
If you are having trouble figuring out how much protein to eat daily, visit the BFL website. In the exercise section under Exercise tools, they have a calculator. You enter your weight and then look at the category you fit in: Lose weight, Lose weight and gain muscle, or gain muscle. This will tell you how many daily grams of protein, carbs and fat and also calories. This really helped me when I didn't know much about protein.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 06:43 AM
your next photos just might be the most viewed right after khubbard...lol.
Oh girl, you're too funny. I hope you can even the color out some. But the story? priceless :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (135 posts) at 08:55 AM
ROFLMAO
I have twice had to wipe coffee off the screen while reading this thread. At least I got some useful informationa if I ever decide to go to a tanning bed!
Thanks for the laugh gals!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:06 AM
Maybe some brown shoe polish under our boobs for the photos would be a temporary fix ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 09:17 AM
OMG, I am laughing so hard right now I am crying! LOL!
goingforbuff~ The visual I got from that is priceless!! I cannot stop laughing! :)
Goddessa~ I got my navel pierced two years ago and felt absolutely nothing! Weird!
Just a question, but how the heck do you rotate in a tanning bed! I feel like I am in a coffin anyway, but then to flip flop all over,.... I just have this picture in my head of the cord attached to the headphones I wear wrapped completely sausage like around my naked body by the time I would be done! Then, there I would be stuck, unable to get out and having to cry for help! ROFLMAO!! :)
jamber~ I cannot wait to see your pictures!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:22 AM
umm I just roll over? LMAO
The beds we have the top part is easily pushed up or pulled down by hand. So I just raise it a little when I lay on my side. I usually go for about 20 minutes, so I stay in each position for about 5 minutes (or one and a half songs on my pilot).
The WORST thing is getting in there - being booked in for 20 minutes or so - and 3 minutes into it you realise you have to pee - AGAIN, even though you went less than 1 minute before you started.
Freaking water and small bladders!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 09:33 AM
Ok I am getting ready for the gym and I am a little worried because this burn is pretty bad, and I am going to have a major problem with my booblets chafing when I move my arms, AAAARRRGGGHHH! THis is a problem. I can't run with my arms down at my side like I'm carrying suitases, I'm an arm pumping runner. Serious bad news for the booblets. Mabye this will teach them a lesson and they will go away? and doing ab bootcamp? ouchie. But I will persevere. Off to the gym I go... gotta look good for those pics....
Body for Life Forum Message by Athletic4Life (117 posts) at 11:29 AM
Jamber (My Fellow Hammer Time),
I am not even sure why I read this post, the word boob probably that and I had no idea what a shadow boob was! I thought some guy (insert - Boob) was following you around like a shadow.
Now, becuase of BFL and so much water combined with thie hysterical post, I almost pissed my pants.
I now have Waaaaaay too many visuals, thanks God know of you work out my gym, I think I would die laughing.
Thanks for sharing, or not
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 12:31 PM
HAHAHAHA...Jamber! Good luck with the boob shadows, chaffing, and THIRD NIPPLE!! OMG!! HAHAHHAAAA...
I have the same problem when I tan, but with my BUTT. I get these nice white diamonds when I bend over. (My poor poor friends…I used show my girlfriends my “butt folds” after a few beers. Then it would turn into a mooning session…ANYWAY!)
Keep up the GREAT work! Drink lots of water and use LOTS of lotion throughout the day! You don't want to have boob shadows and flaky peeling skin for your 4-week photos! I can't wait to see your progress. It sounds like you are doing a fantastic job!
HAMMER TIME!!!
Mary
Body for Life Forum Message by fauxpasfur (188 posts) at 01:50 PM
Jamber- I too have a third nipple and a fourth. I have a whole 'nother set. My sis does too. They are called supernumerary nipples and they are not uncommon. I found out about them in nursing school. I was showing all my classmates so they could see what they look like. They kind of look like small lightly colored moles and yeah they are almost hidden under my original boob folds. I don't care about 500 people knowing b/c it makes me feel SPECIAL hahaha! Special enough to ride the short bus, I don't know, but I just think its funny.
Your partner in double boobishness, Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by fauxpasfur (188 posts) at 01:50 PM
Oh and the extra set of nipples are not perky, per se. No need to be jealous ladies. Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 03:07 PM
ROTFLMAO!!!!!!! I am so glad to know I am not the only mutant in the bunch :)It was funny though when I was nusing I finally realizes what the funny mole WAS...there was some definite tissue malfunction going on and sure enough, OB said that what it was. My hubby likes to try to compare me to the alien lady from the Swartzeneger movie "running man"(was that the one?)But I told him, uh, he'd NEVER be THAT lucky LOL!!
Athletic-Sorry you had to witness all us crazies over here, After reading this post, I'm sure when your wonderful fiancee has a bad day you will have so much more understanding into her "issues"- We all got 'em hehe
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 03:20 PM
From a biological standpoint, that is just fascinating. (I'm so from the same ilk as fauxpasfur -- my Mom's a nurse, so the medical/biological fascination is ingrained).
OK -- and the whole thread's so funny! :-) I keep hearing that Cat Stevens song, "MoonShadow" ...
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 04:18 PM
Okay, so that 3rd nipple is called a thripple, in case you wanted the scientific term.
Goingforbuff--that is totally my tanning booth stance. Unfortunately, my arms are not long enough and my mortally depressed boobies are TOO long to completely rid myself of the boob shadow. However, it makes the shadow a little teeny shadow (okay, I seriously just typed "tittle" instead of little--HA) that only very short people looking up under my boobies would see.
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (428 posts) at 04:22 PM
jamber,
My husband's entire family has a 3rd nipple. My brother-in-law had his removed because it looked SO much like a nipple, he couldn't stand it. My hubbie's is very small and almost flat. I would probably miss it if he hadn't told me.
As for piercings, I didn't think any of them hurt. It was the horrible swelling in my tongue for weeks afterward that sucked!!!! I sounded like I had the biggest lisp in the world. It never really went away so I eventually took it out (and after finding out what dental damage those suckers cause). The biggest pain in the butt about my belly was that I'm a stomach sleeper....had to sleep on the couch until it healed so I wouldn't flip over onto my tummy.
For the tanning dilemma, doing the rotisserie thing definitely works. I got a lot of great hints from strippers when I cocktailed in a topless place....they are experts in getting a nice, even tan all over. They all agreed that if you keep moving around, even in a stand up, you'll have less chance of getting those "missed" spots. You could always tell the new dancers by all the white moons under their butt cheeks when they would bend over....ROFL!!!!
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 04:27 PM
Melanie, did they give you any advice on razor burn in, um, sensitive areas?
And no, I will not wax it. Tried it once, and only got one strip done before quitting--and I was left with MAJOR bruising. Good times.
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (428 posts) at 08:45 PM
LOL....most of them waxed, but a few used Nair or some other hair removal product. Yes, I know you are not supposed to use it THERE, but they would put on an old g-string and then slather the lotion on any parts that weren't covered by the material. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes and then scrub it off.
That's my method for getting the smoothest possible "look" for "down there"...teehee....I've done the brazilian wax thing ONCE and never, ever again. Nope, nuh-uh, no way!!!!
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (414 posts) at 09:38 PM
BWAH HA HA HA HA HA!!!
This has had me laughing so hard people at work are starting to think I've tipped over my basket. This is hysterical!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:44 PM
I find that waxing my calves hurt more then the brazillian.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 10:17 PM
Ok, today when I was geting dressed I noticed that parts of my legs wer't quite as red, so i did a little investigation and realized that I must hav had my arms just down by my sides the whole time because I have arm lines down my body. And here I thought I was such an experienced tanner. I guess I can't be a stripper until I get this all evened out. Oh well.....The pain is subsiding,, but I keep getting those looks from stangers like"ooooo-what'd you do????" I'm still a big ol lobster. With wierd white areas.
Body for Life Forum Message by NeverGiveUp (93 posts) at 07:16 AM
Jeez that is a goal to aim for - well done Cappy - you are setting a great example!
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (125 posts) at 07:18 AM
Good job, keep increasing that speed, you will be ready for the Boston Marathon in no time :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 07:27 AM
Wow Nancy !!!
I'm not sure i could keep up with you .. :(
Great job girl !!!
Jim :)
Body for Life Forum Message by marathon2 (141 posts) at 08:05 AM
Sheesh! That is Awesome! Way to Go. I'm just going to go back to bed now! You've worn me out!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 08:35 AM
Great job!
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 08:39 AM
That is great! All your hard work is paying of in lots of ways! Be proud! :o)
-Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 08:43 AM
That's pretty darn good!!!!!!!! You Go Girl! My Goal is to be able to do 2 miles in 16:00 minutes, YOU CAN DO IT TOO!!! :-)
I did my 2 mile run in 17:58 yesterday...what does your 20-minute routine looks like? I'd like to be able to try it tonight?
Thanks!!
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 10:03 AM
Carole -
This is my current routine:
Warm up - Minute 1 - 3.5, M2-4.5
Intervals - 5.5, 6.5, 7.5, 8.5
Level 10 (after last 8.5) 9.5
Cool down - 4.5, 3.5
Last night when I did the 16:41 2 mile, I did have to run for the 41 seconds at 6.5 to finish up the 2 mile..it was rough after being up at 9.5 (just had to slow down after the minute), but ok.
Let me know what you are doing!!!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:10 AM
Awesome YOU GO GIRL!
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 10:20 AM
I am not worthy :)LOL!
Awesome job!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (249 posts) at 11:12 AM
That is awesome Nancy!!! or should I say FLO JO!!!
You are my hero!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:02 PM
WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOTY WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!! OUTSTANDING!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 02:02 PM
Thanks, everyone!!! It is so great to be able to come here and share accomplishments! Most people I know would look at me and say "is that good?"...Heck, yeah, for me it is anyways!!! Actually, my husband was impressed...that is hard to do!
Flo Jo - I love watching track and field...would love to run like those women!!!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by florida twin momma (15 posts) at 02:05 PM
that is awesome.... i would ahve slipped off my tready at 8 ...gonnna have to work up to it...
ty for posting it is very inspiring and motivating..now i can set a new goal..
how long did it take you to get to that point nancy
val
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy (15 posts) at 02:06 PM
Wow! That's really amazing! It'll take me a few challenges to ever catch up to that.
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 03:46 PM
Val, I have been doing HIIT for around 9 months now..I used to be a middle distance runner in high school, though. Actually in middles school, I had the 2 mile record at 9:54, although I still can't believe that. I never did run that fast in high school, though...I slowed down a lot as I matured, I guess. So I kind of have that middle distant ability. But I believe anyone here (barring health issues) could acheive what I am doing right now on the treadmill!
Body for Life Forum Message by AnJeLxbAbY (12 posts) at 07:05 PM
Holy smokes! GOOD JOB!! ShOoOt...and I though my level 10 at a speed 7.5 was fast. I guess not. Hahahaha. I gotta kick it up a notch! Congratz & keep up the good work!!! Thanks for the motivation. =)
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 12:01 AM
I am glad you are here Tai, your posts always inspire me!!
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 12:22 AM
Hi Tai! -- Glad to see you back! You're a real trooper! However, my instincts tell me that there is something significant being overlooked medically.
I went for years with constant flu symptoms and sinus infections. In 2001, I found out the underlying cause was adrenal insufficency - low cortisol. Another symptom of low cortisol is frequent headaches and dizziness. Of course, being a hormone, cortisol imbalances will affect your sleep, your mood and cause food cravings for salt and sugar. Low thyroid can also cause similar symptoms. I've got them both so I've been down that road many times before! Depression is also a common symptom of hormonal imbalances.
Not sure if this is relevant to your situation but I'm certain that the underlying cause for your difficulties is not being treated.
Let me know if you think this is relevant...
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 12:24 AM
Hey Tai,,, you were always a major part of this webpage and you are defintely welcomed here anytime,,,, believe in yourself,you can do it and if you ever need anything, just let me know..
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (498 posts) at 12:32 AM
I'm glad your back also! I miss your funnies!
Body for Life Forum Message by silvertalons33 (682 posts) at 01:07 AM
It's great to see you back, you're one of the people that I look up to the most on here. Also whenever anyone asks me if BFL works when I'm surfing this site at work I always show them your profile first. You really are a true inspiration and welcome back :)~
Body for Life Forum Message by NeverGiveUp (93 posts) at 02:38 AM
Hi Tai - I agree with the others: you have always been an inspiration to us.I suffer from seasonal depression (hereditary) so I understand how sh*t you feel - I hope you get better soon!
Hugs (())Liz
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 07:30 AM
You rock Aileen !!
Kick that flu's a$$ !!!!!
Jim :)
Body for Life Forum Message by curvy_island_goddesse (45 posts) at 04:28 AM
the problem may lie in the technique...clumps are less likely to occur if you put the liquid in first and then the powder and shake right away before the powder has a chance to congeal and clump hopelessly.
Or...if you want to put the powder in first make sure that the shaker is completely dry and shake immediately after putting the liquid in.
Also, what kind of shaker do you have? Mine has a spoke-like insert with tilted blades (like a fan) to maximize solvency of the powder. It's Precision Engineered brand.
One last thought...are you allowing enough empty space in your shaker so that the liquid has adequate room to slosh around? 1/3 to 1/2 empty space should be sufficient for proper mixing.
Hope this helps... :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 06:36 AM
Cruz..you're such a tropper...you ate the clump anyways..lol. I would have, too. I would have been like..hey! that's protein right there!! and then gulp...gag..lol
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 10:16 AM
Yes, there are other teams, but you picked the right one because the Butt Busters RULE! Also, if you get on as a sub, you still partake in everything, like keeping track of your points and stuff! It is soo much fun! Glad to hear your spirits are up, I wish you the best!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Sweety (25 posts) at 11:21 AM
Butt Busters is the Best Team...GO TEAM GO!
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (498 posts) at 12:00 AM
Bill wrote what he does, to this day, either in BFL or EFL....anybody?
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 12:02 AM
I think when you get to that point, you need to make some new goals, who knows what they will be??You will be a whole(or half heheh)new person, so its really pretty exciting!!You will be able to challenge yourself in all different ways. For myself, I just plan to keep my eyeballs peeled for new ideas and new ways to be me along the journey. I've already had a few things come to mind that I would NEVER have put together before. I think you will figure it out for yourself. Good Luck!
Janel
Body for Life Forum Message by froglette (790 posts) at 07:48 AM
I know for myself I need to keep making new goals or I will slip back into old habits. As soon as you start telling yourself I'm only a little worse than I was last week, but that's okay because I'm in such great condition I can afford to be a little worse you're in the danger zone. Your condition improves a little bit at a time and your body goes down hill a little at a time, but 12 weeks of a little at a time--well, you know what that can do!
Body for Life Forum Message by LightCrow (2 posts) at 08:35 AM
ChubbyMcChubbs said:
Bill wrote what he does, to this day, either in BFL or EFL....anybody?
I read in an recent interview with Bill in a magazine that he doesn't necessarily follow BFL to the letter after so many years. He specificly said that he sometimes like to exercise in the afternoons. I also have read some articles by him in old Muscle Media quoting his workout and diet routines after he published BFL that were not within BFL principles.
To me BFL works for a lot of people not used to watching their portions and exercising regularly. Some people will be content with just following its principals. For me though, BFL was just a starting point to get in shape and inspired me to take it to the next level. So I wouldn't necessarily be too concerned about what Bill does today, so much as what works for you.
Eric
~my delurking post
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 08:40 AM
Muscle media is no longer available right?
Body for Life Forum Message by LightCrow (2 posts) at 08:48 AM
Jess26832002 said:
Muscle media is no longer available right?
Right, but the EAS website still has links to some of their articles. Here is one I found that Bill authored.
http://www.musclemedia.com/training/abcde/v58_abc1.asp
Eric
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 10:29 AM
I will DEFINITELY be making new goals once I get to "hot body" stage :) I mean it's awesome to be a woman in amazing shape, looking good, right? But to keep working hard, to keep improving, to keep etching into an even healthier state would be the best. I mean, how can you be too healthy? It's not possible. The only thing I will change is to stop with some of the stronger supplements I'm taking.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 07:32 AM
Me too! I can't figure out how we even lived before Al Gore invented the internet. :P
Glad you're back!
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 07:45 AM
Christie... oh my goodness...18 days (10 hours and 23 minutes)!!! Girl, are you okay? Take it easy...don't go back into it like you left. Work yourself up a little at a time. you don't want to sprain something :)
I would be the biggest basketcase without you guys :) Seriously. I'm sure if Aaron could, he would disconnect my computer from Iraq right now, but that might result in a divorce. He can have the house, the car (not the Honda), the dog, the TV, but I need my computer...lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (309 posts) at 11:03 AM
Glad you're back, Christie! I've missed your positive posts! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:04 AM
welcome back!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:03 PM
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAY SHES BACK!!!!!! Welcome back chica :)
Body for Life Forum Message by nothingcanstopthisgirl! (6 posts) at 12:12 AM
Ok, I know that Taebo isn't a part of the BFL plan and I haven't done it since I began my challenge. But, I'm sorry....I love doing Taebo! Has anyone done Taebo while on BFL and if so, did it hurt or help your results? I'm hoping that I don't have to eliminate activities that I love for the sake of not doing too much cardio.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 12:22 AM
Yes, use it as cardio... It is fine to incorporate anything you want into your program as long as you are not overtraining,,, and I love TaeBo as well, keeps me from killing a few people here and there! LOL....You keep kicking and punching girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (51 posts) at 07:13 AM
I have done Taebo. I have the tapes at home. When I cannot get to the gym for a cardio workout, I do either the Lateral Thigh Workout or choose between my Taebo tapes, step workouts, whatever takes my fancy!!!
Enjoy whatever makes you happy!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 07:24 AM
I do all of my workouts at home, and ever since my treadmill started to die, TaeBo is one of the ways I get my cardio in. It's not official HIIT, but it does go up and down in intensity, and it lasts about 20 minutes (at least the one I have does), so I think it's fine. I wouldn't do it in addition to HIIT, though, that might be too much.
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 07:49 AM
Hi all, I have been in such a bad funk. I know most of it is stress related. I have done all my workouts however I feel like I'm just going thru the motions. I drinking my water like a good girl...about a gal a day. Eating has been pretty clean, not much food in the house. Stress? My ex is 3 months behind on child support, my boys 10 & 6 did some major vandalism to a neighbor (he didn't press charges but it cost me $1000 just to fix 1 truck, I have another to fix.) Then my 6 yr old took two pocket knives to school to show off, got suspended for 3 days. They are in counseling but I don't think we are getting much from her. I have no family in GA, so no support and my family wouldn't send me money if I asked. I'm hanging in there,..barely! I just feel so void. My umph is pretty weak. Just had to vent. I will get thru this and be stronger for it I know. It is just getting thru it is the hard part.
Anyone else out there been there?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:00 AM
I'm sorry you're having such a hard time. It's a measure of how much personal strength you do have that you are sticking with BFL, even if you feel like you're just going through the motions. I don't have as much going on as you do, but I am in a funk too, and like you, I know I'll get through it and comeout stronger, but it's pretty tough right now. I'm finding there are good days and bad days... yesterday was a bad day. Today feels a bit better, and I'm going to hold on to that to get through the day.
Let's just take it one day at a time and do our best. Lean on the people here, because they're all standing by to support you!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by marathon2 (141 posts) at 08:03 AM
Big Hugs and Prayers for you! That is tough but I'm really proud of you for hanging in there!
Body for Life Forum Message by froglette (790 posts) at 08:04 AM
Good for you, Tallscubagirl! Even though you're in a funk you're doing what you need to, and that is fabulous.
I'm sorry you're having such a hard time. I hope the kids have learned an appreciation for the seriousness of their actions. Bless your neighbor for not pressing charges. It would be nice if the ex, in addition to coming up with the 3 mos back support would also kick in for the vandalism repairs. They're his kids, too, and I don't doubt he has played a role in whatever is eating them.
Are you a writing kind of person? An arty person? I find that when I have heavy issues they can really inspire my creativity. And writing is a really good outlet for vindictive feelings. You can give the people who are giving you grief horrible diseases, bad breath, and small penises.
Hang in there!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:12 AM
ROFL Froglette -- you crack me up!
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 08:30 AM
Man, it sounds like you are in a stressful place. I agree with the others--it's so impressive that you are still working out and eating clean. Don't stress about not being super-motivated for BFL. You have a lot to worry about already, and "going through the motions" is nothing to feel bad about.
I hope things turn around for you soon.
Take care,
Renee
P.S. Too funny, Froglette! :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 08:31 AM
Wow sounds like a nightmare, but over the hill there is light, keep your head up and stay strong your boys need you healthy and happy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 08:43 AM
'Tis the season to stress I guess. Scubagirl - you asked if anyone else was there - HELLLLLLOOOOOO. Mine is kid related somewhat too. Can't get into it right now (at work). I'll comment later.
Stress, tell me about it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 08:55 AM
I just can't say it enough. Hamsters definately don't have problems with kids...and we all know why by now, don't we?? :)
Seriously though, girl. I can so relate with not having family and support close by. I swear I'd be in a rubber room by now if it were't for this here site! Well, this and being able to beat the crap out of the elliptical. (sometimes I think I hear it weeping softely when I get done)
I'm going through my own amount of stress right now that I won't get in to because he is also on the tracker site :) Girl, we are here for you. Dealing with kids and exes is soooo tough. it sounds like your little guys are quite the handful right now, but God's got your back. Cry, punch things (just not the neighbor's truck, I don't think he'd be so nice about that one), run, scream, just let your frustrations out however they may come. Of course froggy had less violent ways of releasing those frustrations..lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 08:58 AM
Thanks guys! I LOVE YOU! Thanks for the input. And Froglette thankyou so much for making me out loud! That feel so good I almost cried and laughed all at the same time. It don't take much to send me over the edge! I had to go bad and read it 3 times just to keep giggling. hehehe thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:09 AM
Keep hanging in there - it's an old cliche cause it is true. But what doesn't kill you will make you stronger.
That and writing to give people horrible diseases and small penises sounds like the best medicine. I might have to try it myself...
Body for Life Forum Message by MissCarlie (93 posts) at 09:16 AM
The fact that you are still on the program is pretty impressive even if youa re as you say "going through the motions" better to go through THOSE motions than the motion of eating a bag of chips and watching tv! Your boys sound like they DO need serious counseling, if that woman doesn't seem to be helping try to see if you can find someone else who WILL help! They are so young, acting this way already, find that daddy of theres and take his butt to court!
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 09:23 AM
Sheesh girl...that is stress...I have to agree with Tai, and obviously because you have not thrown in the towel, it has made you stronger. Ummm, love froglettes idea...frog, I think you started something here...*gives scuba big hug* I will pray for some relief for you!!
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by Payton (8 posts) at 09:34 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by Payton (8 posts) at 09:35 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by Payton (8 posts) at 09:42 AM
Well, that seems to be my tell-tale way of posting a reply... sending some empty ones first! Whoops! You do not know me from a hole in the wall, but my heart does go out to you. You are in such a stressful time of your life but I really think that you have to focus on the things that you are doing right! Staying on program with things like that going on, is phenomenal! I am proud of you! You are probably a lot stronger than you realize. I think everyone here can see how strong you are. I was just going to offer a little bit of advice... you can try it or ignore it but I have found that it has helped for me. I must admit that I found it extremely corny when I first heard it! A very wise friend got me to go into a safe place, a bathroom, wherever... but hopefully somewhere where nobody can hear you... even your car... and just scream until you cannot scream anymore. When you think you cannot scream anymore, try it again. I found that it got me to the point that I could cry and then, the best thing, heal, Her theory was that we, as women, are taught to hold all of our anger/hurt inside and that is one way of letting it out. Okay, that is all that I have to say, but I do hope that your days get better and that now everyone does not take me for the resident loony! lol
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 09:58 AM
Scuba -
so sorry to hear about the stressful situations happening right now. I can feel how strong you are, though, and you WILL get through this. I agree that you will be stronger after you get through this b.s. and if you can keep that in mind, it might make things slightly easier. You are in my thoughts and if I can help in any way (I have good ears for venting!), let me know!!!
Cappy - Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 10:09 AM
Update on the boys. They did appologize to the neighbor. And have been doing "jobs" around the house to help me out. They spoke to the childrens pastor about what they did and their counselor. I know it is from their dad not taking an interest in them, which kills me to see them hurt. No he will not pay for 1/2 of the damages, he says "they are not his responsibility" because they were not "with" him. Typical! They boys are very sorry for what they did and their attitudes have improved. They have learned alot and this has opened the door to how they are feeling and handling things.
Your prayers are much appreciated!!!! I love the idea of writing my vendictive ideas out...good thing I don't do voodoo! I'll have to try the sceaming thing....I'm afraid it will open up the flood gates though. lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by NeverGiveUp (93 posts) at 10:30 AM
Hey Scubagirl - all these wonderful people have said it: many of us know what you are going through (my mom went through the same stuff with my dad and brothers) and we also know that you survive - my family did!! Love ya lots and will remember you in my prayers. Take care Liz
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 10:38 AM
Vent your frustrations!!
http://www.instantvoodoo.com/default.asp?flash=true&
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 10:39 AM
All I can send you are big hugs, lady. And big kudos for going through those motions -- that's A LOT!
Thankyou, from one member of the human race to another, for working so hard to raise your little men. I have one child, a little girl, and I am often thankful/amazed when I see mommies with boys --- WHOLE other animal, so to speak. ;-)
((hugs))
Body for Life Forum Message by DRod2005 (74 posts) at 12:32 PM
I'm not quite where your are, but I feel for you because I could be someday. I also am a single mother of a young son. You should be so proud of sticking to BFL for you. If you take care of yourself, you will be able to take care of the other things you can control. Keep going Scubagirl. Things will change. Take it one day, one issue, one problem at a time and use us for support!
Try Froglettes advice!!! I'm going to.
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 12:35 PM
Thanks Tai-Kee that was fun. Just wish sometimes he could feel it ya know!
Thank you
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 05:14 PM
scubagirl - I mentioned earlier I would comment. Good thing I waited because I probably would have gotten into an essay about my own problems. Mine are girls and the problems completely different and they really aren't that bad.
What really really gets me is that when I feel particularly stressed (last night/this morning) I feel I'm the only one, the worst mother in the world, can't handle things properly and then all this makes me EVEN WORSE. Those girls drive me out of my mind sometimes. Then the guilt sets in, if only I'd done this, if only I'd said that, she's only 3, she's only 8, everything I do is for someone else, I need just a little bit of time for myself, just a bit, guilt, guilt and more guilt. Only to get up in the morning and do it again. Sometimes I feel like just giving up, who cares anyway right? Who would even notice? My job is taking care of other people, right?
JEEEEEEZ - it is turning into an essay - SOOORRRRY. Just please know that you are not alone and it sounds like you're handling everything splendidly.
Thank you so much for posting; at least I know there is one more person out there that does get stressed from time to time.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by scolquhoun (13 posts) at 08:07 AM
I haven't really lost anything in the last few weeks. I'm afraid that I'm not eating enough. I eat about 1200 calories a day. I have a desk job, so I'm not too active during the day, but I am at night. Should I keep eating what I'm eating, or try increasing to 1400 calories a day. It's so hard to tell. I don't want my body to go into starvation mode.
Thanks,
Sue
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:11 AM
Well, 1200 calories does seem low, but you HAVE lost weight. 3 lbs in 2 weeks is about right, as a healthy loss is 1-2 lbs per week. Plus, you are fewer than 10lbs from your goal weight, so it's going to come off pretty slow, and when you take that into consideration, you're doing really well!
Are you hungry between meals? Are you eating big enough portion sizes? Really evaluate how you are feeling before you decide to increase your calories.
Body for Life Forum Message by scolquhoun (13 posts) at 08:18 AM
During the day I do get hungry between meals. I know I don't have a lot to lose and I'm happy with 1 or 2 pounds a week. I'm just scared of the body starvation thing.
Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:23 AM
Bill Phillips says if you get hungry in fewer than 2 hours between meals, you aren't eating enough. So if that's the case, I would suggest increasing your portions a bit in each meal.
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 08:26 AM
You could try upping them a little and see what happens. If you gain, or plateau then you can always go back to what you are doing now.
Good luck!
-Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 08:27 AM
did you look on the hussman site to see what you BMR is? I would suggest you pop on there to shcek out where you might need to be. From what I read yesterday, he says that increasing your calories to boost a weight loss is actually a myth. All the other things he says make sense, so I guess I'm going to believe him with that, too?
And yeah, Jess is right (again..lol) if you're hungry before 2 hours, you might just want to experiment with your portion sizes. I personally HATE counting calories. I did it yesterday just to make sure I wasn't eating my entire neighborhood's worth of calories a day and I was right on what I needed to be, so no more calorie counting for me..lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jess26832002 (16 posts) at 08:29 AM
I took a nutritrion class and with only 1200 calories for women, you are on the line for starving your self I would up them to 1400-1500, you don't want to starve yourself. Hope this helps and the least amount of calories for men is 1500 before starving.
Body for Life Forum Message by scolquhoun (13 posts) at 08:37 AM
I checked the Hussman site and he says I should be consuming 1060-1460 calories a day, so I guess I'm were I should be.
Thanks for the advise.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 08:42 AM
yeah , what's up with those super low numbers?? Well, your range says up to 1460- so that sounds to me like you can increase your portions a bit and see if that helps. it's all about adjusting and finding your niche. Unfortunately, we all can't follow the exact same thing and get the same results :/ Play around with it a little and you'll find something :) It's all about doing this for life..so you gotta do what's right for you! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 08:49 AM
I think I've had the best results with my calories being on the higher end, with that I mean weight loss. The only thing is I don't know what the calorie intake is, I'd guess between 1500 to 1800, but thats just a guess. With this amount of calories it is quality that is important - read - whole foods, nothing, packaged, processed, refined.
Body for Life Forum Message by Monica (495 posts) at 08:44 AM
Oh man, is today gonna be rough. I have this insane midterm (its not even midterm yet but my professor is insane) about the Romantic period of music. I swear this lady is nuts. She gave us one week to study for a VERY DIFFICULT exam. I work full time on top of BFL and full time school so I basically did not go to sleep last night and stayed up studying the whole time. I'm bushed and to be honest with you, I'm not sure if I can pass this exam or not. I'm honestly so pissed off about this woman I may take it up with the director of the music department. Jeez, we're UNDERGRADS!!! She gave us a list of 25 pieces on Thursday and by today (the next thursday) we are supposed to be able to: recognize which piece we are hearing, who wrote it, the date it was written and then an essay about each one including the influences and the innovations. WHATEVER!! We have NEVER done that in class so I don't even know what she wants on the exam. AAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHH sorry guys, just had to vent. So I'll be running after this test for cardio and to burn off frustration! lol Have a great BFL day everyone!! -Monica
Body for Life Forum Message by Monica (495 posts) at 08:50 AM
I guess I'm just gonna have to call this as I see it but YIKES!!! I thought I was gonna puke last night. This guy (who thought he was the Chute from Vision Quest) was working out and I swear the man has never taken a bath in his life. He wasn't dirty or anything but the smell coming off of him was hideous!!!!! He had the worst case of B.O. I have EVER witnessed!! The sick part is that you didnt' even have to be standing next to him, it smelled in the ENTIRE FREE WEIGHT SECTION!!! Thank GOD last night was LBWO, I only had the use the smith machine, everything else I opted for nautalous (or however you spell it). That was TOTALLY NASTY!!! So here is the rule, if YOU think you might stink, YOU DO! HAHAHA, this goes two ways too though, don't OVER perfume your body cause thats just nasty too!!
The other thing I saw was two guys working out IN FLIP FLOPS!! WHAT THE HECK!!! How dangerous is THAT??!! I mean jeez, all you'd have to do is drop a plate on your foot and you've broken at LEAST 5 bones!! MORON!! Ok, I'm done now! lol
Body for Life Forum Message by ChristieM (8 posts) at 08:55 AM
Yuck ! Thats a little disgusting ! I dont think I would have been able to keep working out !
Ya and Flip Flops ...that just common sense !!!
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 09:03 AM
Not only have I seen the flip flop thing, but yesterday a guy came in completely barefoot and did a full workout. WTH?? Ewwwwww LOL :)
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 09:07 AM
ewwww that sounds nasty!
Body for Life Forum Message by MissCarlie (93 posts) at 09:21 AM
I have an extremely sensitive sense of smell so when i smell anything that is "bad" it practically knocks me out, no kidding! You are right about the bad B.O. and the over doing the perfume......stuff like that can almost ruin your workout..another smell i hate and especially in the gym is the smell of strong cig. smoke on someone. That SUCKS so bad when youa re running full speed on the treadmill and someone gets on RIGHT next to you reeking of an ashtray. I felt like i was in a burning building trying to workout....um getnlean.....where on earth do you work out at that EVEN ALLOWS barefeet..oh no baby not with me around!
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 10:09 AM
The local YMCA! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by braxtontaigu (126 posts) at 11:07 AM
At my gym (as in many), they have several rows of treadmills in the cardio section. Sometimes, I will be the only one on a particular row. There are about 7 or 8 treadmills per row. Well, I HATE it when some big, smelly guy gets on the treadmill right next to me when he could easily choose another treadmill so that we could both have our own space. LAME!
I know what you mean about bad smells! It's really bad when you are on a treadmill next to Stinky McGee. What about someone who is breathing so hard and you can smell their vomitous breath? That's happened to me. I take the time to brush my teeth and apply a bit of extra deodorant if needed before getting to the gym in the morning. AGH! And the barefoot guy really grosses me out. Eww.
Body for Life Forum Message by c (19 posts) at 11:37 AM
What's with guys in toques at the gym??? I understand baseball hats.. but winter wear? I don't get it!!!! It must get so sweaty, and I don't expect that they wash their toque to often.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:12 AM
/vent
Well it's Thursday, and for the first time in weeks I haven't skipped a workout or eaten any junk food.
It is hard going though - I did my cardio today and could not do HIIT. The entire time I was just doing 50 rpm at level 4 on the eliptical machine and my heartrate was still high 160's low 170's.
This flu SUCKS!
/endvent
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 09:17 AM
Girl, think of it this way...how many people just scrap the workout period when they are sick **raises own hand** so you are to be commended for even gettin it done...
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:18 AM
lol don't be so lavish with your praise - I scrapped the 5 weeks prior..
*ready for her lashes*
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 09:21 AM
Tai-Kee, you are doing great! Just hang in there and get thru this. Your body will tell you when it is ready. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 09:22 AM
The last 5 weeks no longer matter girl. What matters is that NOW you are back at it. Your doing a great job. I'm very proud of you. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:39 AM
I agree with Godessa, Tai--Kee!
What 5 weeks?
Clean slate!
Oh, and I'm afraid my hand would have to be up on that "scrapping the workout when sick" vote too, so I think you did great!!
Pat yourself on the back girl! Small victories add up! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:50 AM
Yeah... what 5 weeks? That's BEFORE. This is NOW. And the fact that you feel like crap and are still doing ANY kind of cardio is huge. Pat yourself on the back and then get a nap. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by DRod2005 (74 posts) at 12:21 PM
Forget the 5 weeks, they are gone. You are here now and doing what you can. You are still fighting the flu. Your HIIT will come back when you are 100%. Meanwhile, this is huge!!!:
"Well it's Thursday, and for the first time in weeks I haven't skipped a workout or eaten any junk food."
Welcome back!
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (472 posts) at 12:22 PM
Godessa is right on! Forget about the last 5 weeks.
What matters is the last 4 days.
I am SO proud of you!!!
Welcome back, Tai - we have missed you so much!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:43 PM
GO TAI!!!! I know you can do it I know you can keep going. I feel your about to be coming back in full force! I feel it I just feel it! Wohoooo! Go girl!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 09:04 PM
rofl...*can't lash ya, less you lash me first...* ummm, did I mention that my computer was down, and that I was ummm, depressed, soooo, ummm, scrapped the last few weeks myself. Everyone at work kept saying..."geeze, is it free day already?", so back on the wagon for me too...lol
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:05 PM
You n me mom :) working to get back at it together! What you say?
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:09 PM
You still have the flu? How long have you had it for?
I'm very glad to see you back Tai, you've been such a great inspiration to me and I really thank you for being blunt with me with my very first post here! I needed some serious reshaping of my body and I'm very glad that you told me so! You've pushed me to be my best :-)
Were all here to cheer you and we are your very own cheerleaders! GO TAI GO! :-)
Hugs,
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:40 PM
It's been different flus - jsut a run of bad luck really.
First was sinus infection - then I sliced my toe open at the gardening centre - now its a chest cold/cough. (the entire family here has this one).
I'm also suffering from depression atm - but I am avoiding medicating for that and told my doctor I am going to work out again. He agreed to let me do that instead of taking tablets (good doctor) for a trial.
Body for Life Forum Message by emilyuward (45 posts) at 09:14 AM
How do you report people that send you nasty private messages? I know how to do it on the message boards but not for private messages....any thoughts?
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:16 AM
I would just send the web master a pm :)
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 09:18 AM
Sorry if you are getting nasty messages. That's too bad.
Who are they....Let me at em...I'll kick their butts!!!!
I would send an email to the webmaster too. Maybe forward them the actual email?
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 09:21 AM
I think you can also put them on ignore if you dont want to get anything from them. I'm not sure though.
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 09:27 AM
That is totally uncalled for! I would definitely tell the webmaster. If you hear nothing from him, I'm with dani_parker, tell us.....we'll get em! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 09:27 AM
I would send the webmaster a PM and copy and paste the nasty message you recieved to him. He will probably do something about it for you. Good luck :)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:51 AM
Yeah, and then PM the rest of us and tell us who it was and we'll bench press them for you! :P
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:11 AM
Set there name free let us handle it hehehehhe or the webmaster. I hear he is hard to get a hold of.
Body for Life Forum Message by reneakleinisakson (104 posts) at 10:17 AM
If people are bold enough to send nasty private messages, then they shouldn't get upset if you post their name and nasty private mesage for all to see. When people are mean or rude, they should be held accountable!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 10:55 AM
yeah trust me, if Goddessa or myself get a hold of them, it is ALL OVER! Pss.. Let us know who it is and we'll take care of it,no one sends a nasty message to a BFL family member, cause they are going down,,,, ya don't remember a thread not too long ago? ha ha! stirred up all kinds of crap! kind of fun though.... oh yeah good morning!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:05 AM
uhhh don't forget about me let me at em!!!! LOL I will have em for lunch. LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:07 AM
of course only if it is a protein carb mix and the right size portion and someone that low has to be tiny to hide like a coward and PM nasty stuff.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 11:13 AM
your too funny Teresa.... go get them
Body for Life Forum Message by melinda (1 posts) at 11:27 AM
emilyuward said:
How do you report people that send you nasty private messages? I know how to do it on the message boards but not for private messages....any thoughts?
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:26 PM
LMAO...yeah girl post it let us rip him a new A$$ for ya heheheheeee
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 12:56 PM
emily, i'm really sorry you had someone pm you with something like that. that said, I am hoping to log in for a moment with a voice of reason. this is a great place to post and get inspiration. i really am thankful for everyone i've met here. please - the best way to get rid of people who are being jerks is to hand them to the site webmaster and ignore them. otherwise, they win and we just perpetuate a crappy, negative attitude. it empowers them to pay them more attention.
Body for Life Forum Message by Britney's Competition (36 posts) at 12:58 PM
ewe who are the pervs? reveal who they are!! we'll give them a hard time. This sight is to make people feel good and support and stuff. This is not a "meat market!" This is not a place for people to feel uncomfortable!! Pervs are NOT WELCOME!! =P
Body for Life Forum Message by fauxpasfur (188 posts) at 01:56 PM
mmmm. I had a perv PM me at the beginning when I posted my pic of my tattoo. I just deleted it but then i wished that I had reported it. I can't remember his profile name.
I agree, you should report it. Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 04:45 PM
emilyuward - I got one the other day and was quite shocked. At first I didn't understand it, showed it to my husband he didn't get it either, showed it to a friend who "explained" what it meant and "oh boy, not nice". I told him to cool it, received an apology and that was that. I'm going to pm you, maybe we can compare notes?
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 04:57 PM
all right people...there are nasty PMs going around and you're not gonna share?? I feel so left out :(
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 05:32 PM
I know... me too. Want me to send you a nasty PM, DG??
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 05:36 PM
LOL...Jess.. girl you always get me :) I still have to know what was in that other one... it's like someone passing around a photo album..I HAVE to see!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by reesemortensen (268 posts) at 09:16 AM
Ooops, i am back!
:-) And changed my mind. STOP bulking (me).
Why? Ok, i got great results, and it was a nice thing, increased my strenght and all that stuff.
But...i cannot prepare for a bodybuilding contest in just 16 weeks, so thats why i left bulking and start cutting, so i have 22 weeks.
:-) It will be 40%-40%-20% like bfl, clean food, and...starting at 2600 calories.
I will do the 3 days a week HIIT cardio, but the weights, i will do the same like always, 4 days per week, 2-3 bodypart per time.
Anyway, i am fully motivated, i am sure that within the next weeks, i should see some improvements, also, free day, i will just make free 2 meals, not a whole day.
I think i got enough mass to compete, and if i dont make it, atleast i will look good for the day i meet my sweetie.
(yap, maybe my first hot date???LOL)
Take care, (for all TEAM D members, sorry that i didnt post, i am damn busy studying, and with clients!!! 4give meeeee)
Reese
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (51 posts) at 09:22 AM
I wondered what happened to you.
I have joined Hammer Time (Team 4) in the competition that started this week.
I would still like to hear from you as you are inspiring.
Josie :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 09:23 AM
Glad you are back. I think you'll really like the HIIT routine. It kicks my butt every time.
Body for Life Forum Message by reesemortensen (268 posts) at 09:26 AM
Hi josie: Glad you joined the team 4 competition! Hope you succeed!
Dani: I will like the HIIT cardio routine, you dont need spend endless hours there doing cardio LOL.
Take care,
Reese
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 09:31 AM
Whoohoo Reese! You go girl! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 09:56 AM
Go Reeses can't wait to see the results of your cutting phase. Good luck : )
Body for Life Forum Message by MissCarlie (93 posts) at 09:24 AM
Today is a new day and it's starting off much better than the one i had yesterday did. I went to the gym did lower body workouts (yay go me) BUT the one thing i have noticed about m y women's only gym it's hard for me to hit my 10's......the weight machines don't seem to go that high. I'm going to have to get more creative with my weight lifting skills. I think that i doubt myself when it comes to my strength. I never quite make my 10's because i feel the weight will probably be two heavy but when i do the actual workout I'm like "hey i could hvae gone heavier", or "man i could still pump out more reps after those 6" Well good thing i have my lil papers so i could write all these notes down. but anyway GO BUTT BUSTERS!! yay kickin some..aaaaaaaaaaaah...... BOOTY!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:27 AM
When you do your 6, try doing a higher weight than you have been doing anyway. Even if you can't do it, or can only squeeze out one or two reps, at least you try. Then you can go back to a lower weight if you can't do it.
Eventually you will get all 6 reps in. Trust me, you will surprise yourself with what you can really achieve!
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 09:29 AM
I totally agree with Tai!
You are always stronger then what you think you are!
Whoohoo Booty Busters! LOL! (I love it) :) We ROCK!
Body for Life Forum Message by bcrank (15 posts) at 09:34 AM
i pm'd u miss carlie
Body for Life Forum Message by MissCarlie (93 posts) at 09:50 AM
thats great advice I'm definately going to try it thanks you guys!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:55 AM
O.K. here is my latest addition to the “What Not To Do While On BFL” list. DO NOT ... under any circumstances try to squeeze in 4 of your 10 cups of water before going to the dentist for a filling!!! I have no idea what possessed me to do this (can I claim it was a science experiment?)
I HAD TO STOP THE DENTIST IN THE MIDDLE OF A FILLING TO RUN TO THE BATHROOM! They were using that Ultra Violet light to harden my filling and she kept saying “I can’t stop now, just a few seconds more”! I literally had to sprint to the bathroom (does that count as cardio?) I was SOOO embarrassed! My only consolation is that the alternative would have been far worse! :S
Please, Please, for the love of Pete ... learn from my mistake! Be careful about “when” you drink your water! :P
Jeanie :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 11:00 AM
Good Morning everyone,,,, I swear if I drink anymore water, I am going to FLOAT off... better get my floating device ready, darn it. Went to bed last night so FULL of water didn't EVEN plan on going to sleep right away and trust me, I DIDN"T.. Up to the bathroom every hour until Midnight and then my bladder held until 2:30.. Oh THANKS A LOT! LOL.... I am up and ready to go, gotta get ready for the gym and all the pretty people! YUK... Soon enough, they are going to wish I was never there! LMAO! or no, can laugh that off... dang it, LOL! Have a great day everyone, I will check in later, go HAMMER TIME!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:18 AM
I can't believe it but finally I am feeling like I want to be part of living again! I am feeling frisky and ready to kick some butt. I felt like I was swimming in Vaseline the past few days. Man I just don't feel right without my exercise and clean clean menu! It really is important and vital for those 2 things in this BFL program. You cannot have one without the other. I am living proof now. I was grouchy, mad as we all noticed with my trucker speech about Puerto Rico! LOL! Thank god those feeling have passed! Anyway, I am so happy my mom and I are gonna hit the gym this evening and she can spot me on my chest presses whohoooo up to 25 lb. dumb bell presses and fly's! I can's wait to hit the 30's soon! Maybe in another 4 weeks. I am going to be so excited when that happens! I am also ready to have some butt busting cardio sessions as well! Back to the 5 am routine! Man I really enjoy the early morning stuff. You know the ol' saying don't know what ya got until it's gone. I can't tell you how much I take for granted everyday! I did kiss the precore elliptical when we had our first encounter J/K! But the thought did cross my mind LOL.
So ever have bad things pop up and things don't go your way for a couple of days? DON'T THROW IN THE TOWEL IT IS THE WORSE THING YOU COULD DO! Just keep trying to do better each day and eventually you'll be back on track loving life and ready to kick butt no matter what life throws at you!
Your BFL buddy,
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (125 posts) at 11:27 AM
Glad your back, Chris
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 11:40 AM
swimming in vaseline ... that paints a pretty picture .. lol
Glad you're back to your old self T !!
Jim :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:00 PM
Welcome back chica!!! Its good to hear that old enthusiasm back. Reach for the stars!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 12:06 PM
Sure have missed you, Teresa, and your excitement, encouragement, and enthusiam for life!! You're a dandy!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 02:49 PM
YAY! Glad you're back. I need some of your enthusiasm. :)
....it IS all about me, isn't it? :/
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:50 PM
Always Jess ! LOL : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 03:36 PM
Well HELLO girlfriend, glad to see that you are back in the saddle. We sure have missed you... Now that I know your BACK, I have to work even harder,,,, LOL.... I say to myself, "Want to be like TNT, want to be like TNT, Want to be like TNT! You go girl!:)-
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 11:40 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 05:15 PM
Mmmmmmmmmm - that sounds yummy.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 11:40 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 11:46 AM
crap..I hate it when it does that.
Anyways, my question is..if I take today as a free day to just curl up in bed and pretend I don't exist, is that worse than eating everything in sight? I seriously just can't think of eating anything today. My eating was thrown off becuase I waited a while to go to the gym and didn't get there til 10, so I haven't had anything to eat.
Now I just feel like an emotional train wreck and I want to pretend like today just never happened. If crying burned calories, I'd be so skinny by now...
Has anyone ever seriously doubted their own sanity? I mean, I usually joke about it, but I am seriously doubting if my perception of reality is even valid right now. Oh man..now I really do sound crazy.
Hwo pathedic is this? you guys are the only ones I can think of right now to offer comfort.... god, I feel like such a loser that I don't have any friends that I can take this to right now. I only know two people within 500 miles and I'm not really close with them.
anyways, sriously, I want to know if I'm going to send my body into total meltdown if I just eat later if I feel like it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 11:56 AM
Girl whats wrong? You can eat now? I swear I didn't workout until nearly noon and I am eating my first meal right now as we speak. Why are you so down? You worked out. SO go have something to eat. Your day may have started late but you worked out. All is not lost. Cheer up chica. We are always here for ya :)
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 11:56 AM
I would get some rest if I were you. Maybe some down time for your mind will help you see things clearer when you awaken.
I'd eat if you could. Possibly just a small BFL snack? You gotta keep your body working. No need to starve it.
If you can't eat right now, try to eat something today for sure. And if all you eat are non BFL foods, so be it.
Tomorrow is another day.
We all support you. Wish there was something more I could do for you than just send my cyberwords your way.
You will be in my thoughts sweetie.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 11:58 AM
*raises hand* Me!!!
I didn't go to work for an entire week a few weeks ago because I was in a melt down.
You don't have to go through it alone you know - you could go talk to your doctor. If you don't think this is a reoccuring thing with you, then curl up in bed and take the time you need.
We're always here to help.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ana (15 posts) at 12:00 PM
I'd say that people who never doubt their sanity ARE the ones who are insane. You, m'dear, sound quite normal. I've had free days where I did the exact opposite of gorge... if not eating was how I wanted to spend it, that's what I did. Just make sure you pick yourself back up. You can make it through this... you have before, haven't you? Take care...
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 12:05 PM
it would take a book to cover all the crap floating around in my head. I can usually hold things together pretty well, but this one has really slapped me upside teh head. It's not anything drastic or sudden, just something I have been dealing with for a long time and I just don't know how to let it go. I feel like I keep getting the emotional crap kicked out of me and it gets harder to get back up from it.
That's about all I can say on here wihtout hearing about it later. Which sucks, because like I said... as pathetic as it truly is, you guys are all I have right now :(
How the hell can a sane person go from feeling really great to taking an emotional nosedive. Don't people get medicated for stuff like that? I'm not saying people that take medication are insane... but I remember the last time I took medication, I certainly felt like I was insane...kinda like now... oh man :(
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:20 PM
oops, ok I misunderstood the reason for your feeling down. I thought you were down because you started your day late and felt all was lost.
Maybe you need some rest girl. I don't know what it is your going through right now but I DO know how it feels when your walking around with the weight of the world on your shoulders.
I think you need to listen to whatever it is your body is telling you to do. If you feel you need to take this day to get some extra rest then you do it. Maybe then you will feel better able to get on with your BFL life. I hope you feel better soon. Don't hesitate to vent here. We are always willing to listen :)
Body for Life Forum Message by froglette (790 posts) at 12:41 PM
Daaang Girl, I moved twice within a nine month period, and it was so stressful not knowing anyone. I was scared to make friends after the first move, because I sensed we wouldn't be there long. It makes such a big difference though.
We moved to our present house a bit over a year ago, and I we were very lucky that one of hubby's coworkers was in our new church congregation. His family had also moved into the area recently, our personalities meshed well, and we have become good friends. As a Shy Person I know how difficult it can be to seek out friends, but it's really worth it. Do you take your son to any play groups? Belong to any church? Parent Teacher Organization? These can be life savers.
Now about the wonky am-I-crazy feelings: I have gotten those on occasion, and they're usually related to something physiological. TOM, coming down with an illness, and fumes. I used to do a lot of modeling with Sculpy clay, and baking that (even with the windows open) gave me migraines and in general Bad Feelings.
Free day for me is just that. Free. I don't worry about eating. I eat what I want and don't eat if I don't want. In general I think it's supposed to be a relatively high calorie day, but one day is not going to make or break you.
I hope you feel better soon!
Eve
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 01:04 PM
Uh has anyone ever doubted there own sanity: YES!!! Very much so girl! Now you need to eat remember if you don't eat your body is going to eat all that muscle you have worked hard for. I am sorry you are feeling terrible today. I had it just recently. You can pull yourself through it. Just hop on and get your meals in start at whatever meal you would be on. SOme days I don't feel like eating but this little trigger inside my head goes off if I don't eat I will loose precious muscle and my metabolism will start shutting down and ohhh that starts churning in my head and I am suddenly ready to eat. I hope you feel better soon!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (188 posts) at 01:11 PM
pm to you w/ my number if you need to talk.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 01:16 PM
PM to you. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 01:27 PM
i'm sorry you'e feeling so down. i've had days in the past where all i want to do is curl up and sleep for a long time. just know that you have support here. things will get better, even if it seems they never will. i hope the outlook gets brighter soon.
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 01:44 PM
im gonna pm ya!
Body for Life Forum Message by ourfairytales (35 posts) at 01:46 PM
I ditto the suggestion about seeking out a community/communities (a place of worship, moms group, play group, etc) to get involved in. I've only started to do this in the past several months after our most recent move and it really has been a complete lifesaver.
MOPS International, Mothers and More and (I think) MOMS International are three national organizations for moms that offer get-togethers, play groups, evenings out, etc. One or more of these may be worth a look.
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (50 posts) at 02:03 PM
gurl, my heart goes out to you! :) ((HUGS))
I have SOOO many emotional issues and that roller coaster ride is no fun! To go from being up to being down can beat you up!~ Take your free day and use it how you want. IT'S A FREE DAY! Curl up in bed and hibernate for the day, soothe yourself-take a hot bath, drink some tea, write out your feelings... Face tomorrow when it comes.
If this is an ongoing problem, maybe seeking professional help will help. It has helped me. Otherwise I say HOLD ON TO BFL as your life depended on it and let that be your rock.
It's so great to see you have a lot of support here!
take care,
r
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 02:16 PM
I've had those days where every problem just comes crashing down all at once. It may be ongoing things, all different and normally we can kind of separate them into some sort mental file cabinet, but every so often that part that keeps us sane malfunctions and its hell on earth. The good news is, it somehow gets reorganized (eventually) and soon, even though all the same problems are there, they get put back into ther perspective files. If they don't go back in a few days, I would definitly talk to a pro, because we'd DIE if we didn't have our buddy back!! Seriously, I personally NEED your quirky comments, I look for them every day. You are such a cool chick, and definitly NOT crazy(at least not in a bad way haha) SOOOOO, I say do whatever the heck you want today, eat, don't eat, sleep all you want, tomorrows a new day.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 02:31 PM
I will pray for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 02:47 PM
Dito to all the past messages. You are a great person and not crazy. I don't know too many women that could survive without their husbands around. It must be pretty lonely for you. I really think some sort of support group ie, friends, church etc would help. Sometimes even with all the supports around, you could still feel down in the dumps. I was there 3 months ago. I had never gone for counsling but I thought that maybe it was time to have a "mental health" check up. Every year I go for a physical check-up, so why not a mental health check-up? It was great. I got a lot of things off my chest. I went for about 4 sessions and then the guy said that I was back on track. It felt good to know that the things I was feeling were pretty normal!!!
Believe it or not but praying helps too!
Know that there are people who care about you and want the best for you.
DAwn
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 03:42 PM
ok, I thought I was over it and then I come back and read these..and well, I'm crying again :) But it's a good thing now..LOL.
Keep up people! It was bad then, it's good now, got it? OK..
I just can't thank you all enough for the support I get on here. I did call my one friend (out of the 2..lol) and even though we don't talk very often and I felt kinda guilty for springing my psychosis on her. SHe was a good sport, even though she was shopping in Wal Mart, she listened and I was able to talk and it helped. Then some more crying, and then I had to stop because Seth asked me not to cry anymore and I felt too guilty to continue..lol. My goodness I have great kids :)
So...thank you all so so much for your encouragement and support. I have absolutely no intention of getting off teh BFL wagon. I might just go in for some extra cardio tonight to work some extra stress off.
I really need to find a church out here. We were in such a great church in California and nothing seems to stack up here, btu I'll keep trying. I'm not even a shy person! I don't know how I managed to be here for 10 whole months and not really have any friends. Another reason I am looking forward to paramedic school :)
And last, I'm so glad I'm not crazy :) And if I am, I'm so glad you all are crazy with me :) ((((((HUGS))))))
Body for Life Forum Message by MissAngela (4 posts) at 03:57 PM
Isn't it crazy how you can be doing so well and then just hit rock bottom? It happened to me yesterday... the scale FINALLY moved down after 2 weeks of nothing! So I was all happy in the morning, then in the evening I started freaking out, feeling like I was going to blow it! (Granted it's a valid concern because we're going to have a lot of company in the next month and I am going to be very tempted to eat BAAAD foods and drink!)
All you have to do is relax, do what it takes to cheer yourself up (for me it was a snuggle with my husband, a good cry, a chocolatey Balance Bar, a glass of red wine, and my favorite movie Amelie), dust yourself off, and start over tomorrow! Make a list of what you can do to change whatever bugs you. Maybe go to a new church or 2 on Sunday!
Hugs... hope you feel better soon... we feel you!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 05:40 PM
Daaang Girl - I don't know how I missed this but posted on your other "crap - I hate it when it does that" thread.
I just posted my own nutcase story on tallscubagirls thread and I know I sound like a nutcase. As everyone is saying, you're having a bit of a meltdown and it will pass. Please keep your spirits up and wait it out, betcha by tomorrow you'll even be feeling better.
AND THE ONLY TIME YOUR CRAZY IS WHEN YOU'RE BEING FUNNY!!!!!!! And thats the truth and I think everyone here will agree.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 06:54 PM
I'm so glad you're feeling better. Sounds you're dealing with a lot and my input might not apply but...not eating makes me crazy! I have a touch of hypoglycemia and if I don't eat I get really emotional and overwhelmed and it's hard to figure out what to do to pull myself out of it. Also, I don't feel like eating, even though that's just what I need to do. So if this happens again, I'd try to figure out something that you can get down--yogurt and cottage cheese always goes down real easy for me, even if I'm not feeling hungry. Just getting a little food in your system can make all the difference sometimes!
Take care,
Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 07:47 PM
I won't try & say that I totally know how you feel .. 'cause I can't even imagine some of the things you're dealing with!-- You're a braver soul than I hon! :) I'm glad that you found someone to vent to .. some times that's the very best thing in the imediate to keep you sane! ( It does me, when my world is going stupid mental!-which is Not fun) I'm also glad that you're thinking of good things to make you happy! That's important!
Take care of you hon :)
((BIG HUGS))
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by RJA733 (97 posts) at 11:50 AM
I posted my 8 week pics because i told myslef i would do this every 4 weeks. If you are looking for inspiration to stick with it my pics will not encourage you. However the weight lost and muscle gain might. I think its funny that i feel better and my cloths fit better and my inches have changed but i still don't look all that much different. well onto week 12 and the continuing journey to the cover of mens health. ( I have now expanded to include muscle and fitnessand mens fitness, any one will do)
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 11:55 AM
You're kidding ?!
Major shrinkage in the waist area, especially noticable in your back view.
Easy to tell in your face that you have lost alot of fat as well.
This is working !!
Stay strong RJA !!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 11:59 AM
HEY!!!! Your doing a great job. Your waist is shrinking and look at your upper body!!! It is definitely getting bigger. Dude you are gonna be incredibly jacked when all is said and done. I can't wait to see your final pics thats for sure :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (125 posts) at 12:01 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by braxtontaigu (126 posts) at 12:01 PM
Your shoulders are looking more built, too! And I, too, can see that the waist is getting smaller! You are doing great. Keep it up!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:03 PM
RJA you are doing GREAT! I know it takes awhile to nitice your accompishments and there are many to notice there you are shrinking that middle down! You go RJA!!!!! I think you are doing fabulous! I think you going to have some serious wings and chest and all of it! Looking good keep it up!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (125 posts) at 12:03 PM
operator error, sorry
It looks like that belly is starting to flatten out, check out that side view and your back and waist are definatly getting smaller. Also your chest and arm are getting bigger. Looks good to me!
Body for Life Forum Message by RJA733 (97 posts) at 12:11 PM
Thanks for the encouragment, you guys have better eyes then i do. I'll keep trucking and looking forward to posting week 12 then week 16 then week 20 and hopefully by week 24, some of my more long term goal will be met
Body for Life Forum Message by bcrank (15 posts) at 12:17 PM
no question definitely n improvement. u seem to have a lot of muscle already so thats why the pics don't show the dramatic improvement u might see in others but u r on the right track 100 %. the next 4 weeks are the key so tighten the diet hit ur 10's in both cardio and weight training and u will be pleasantly suprised john
Body for Life Forum Message by N2L (1 posts) at 12:22 PM
Hi RJA! I'm new to this board (but not a newbie to BFL!) and definitely see changes. Look again, particularly at your side pose and check out the tummy - gone waaaaaaay down! Congrats! What a nice board. I'm starting Mon - 5/2 and am stoked! Keep up the gd wrk!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 02:45 PM
DUUUUUUUUUUDE! Your chest is bulking up, your waist is getting thinner, and look at your back and your belly in your side view pics -- you are TOTALLY making progress! Keep up the GREAT work!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 04:56 PM
RJA - sorry to disappoint YOU, but you are wrong. I definately see a difference!
You're well on your way - you'll see.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by t_rose (142 posts) at 06:23 PM
I see a big difference, you look like you have a muscular build now, just need to burn some more fat. You can tell the difference in the way you stand that you have some definition there.
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 12:00 PM
Good morning HAMMER TIME!!!
How is the BEST team doing today?! I had a rough time getting out of bed this morning (I seem to EVERY Thursday morning). I even contemplated doing my HIIT after work today instead of my Pilates…but by then I had already taken two ThermoDynamX pills and I was about to be awake anyway. Then our team popped into my head and I realize I didn’t want our team to suffer points because of my tired A$$...so I went to the gym! For my 10 I ran for a full minute at 8.0 on the treadmill (last time I only did 8.0 for 30-seeconds then 7.5 for 30-seconds)!! Now I feel fantastic!! Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh!
I ate clean all day yesterday and today (so far). Although, I just got out of a meeting and I swear my bladder was about to burst. My eyeballs must have been floating because my vision was going blurry! It was bad! OH what a relief once it was once I got to pee!! (It’s the small things that make me happy).
Keep up the great work team!!! YOU CAN’T TOUCH US!! IT’S HAMMER TIME!!
-Mary
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 12:18 PM
AWESOME!!!! Way to go!! I was almost in the same frame this Am... Then you guys popped in my head....hmmmm SOME ESP going on?? lol! So I really pushed it just for you guys ( I LOVE THIS TEAM! :) hit 8.5 at a 3% incline sounding like I was in LABOUR at the end!! LMAO!!
Gotta fly busy day... Have a great one
HAMMER TIME RULES!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 02:45 PM
I'm so glad you guys are on track!!! I, too had a great HIIT today,I did 7.5 for my 2nd and last high point, and man, I was DYIN!I had my headphones cranked all the way up and I could still hear myself breathing.. I'm sure everyone thought I was a wierdo!! I did it, though. Between my sunburn and my HIIT, I looked pretty scary with my red face!! then I did a killer 3 sets of ab bootcamp. I was so pleased I did the whole thing. I guess its on to an incline bench by next week. I even did the stomach vacuums.WOOO HOO! this team is going to rock your world!! HAMMER TIME!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 03:21 PM
good work, I was thinking the same thing on those damn stairs around the 30 minute mark, dead tired but boy was I sweating and a girlfriend of mine got on the stairs beside me and I was able to continue with some girl chatting...sitting at my computer eating grilled chicken and water... Have a hammer of a day!
Body for Life Forum Message by Athletic4Life (117 posts) at 07:49 PM
I'm so proud of my girls!!!!
Way to kick butt! (Can't touch us Butt Busters)
That is why I like this team thing, I was in the same boat yesterday. I am feeling my workout today, oooooouuch!!
Enjoy your rest this eve, it is almost Friday! Woo Hooo
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (448 posts) at 08:53 PM
Ooooh, them's fight'n words Athletic LOL!
Deep down, you know who's the best! :)
Whoohoo.....Go Butt Busters!
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 11:03 PM
You can't touch us! Oh oh oh oh oh! HAMMER TIME!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 11:34 PM
Amen brother and Sista's! We are busting some BUTTS alright! lol,no punn intended..lol... Just got done with my evening cardio and off to shower and exfoliate..... getting my tan tomorrow,,,, I have ate real good today, I get an A + on the eating, no fat and lowered my carbs! ate a lot of solid protein and protein shakes! UMMMMMM! remember all YOU CAN'T TOUCH THIS!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:18 PM
Ok Jeremy a few months ago you had a thread about push ups and asking how many people could do. At the time my arm was still very weak after it's accident and I sadly replied I can't do them because of my injury and I also said that I would try to when it seemed as if it were getting stronger. Well, Jeremy my friend I can now do 50 of those bad boys. I do take a 20 sec. break between each set of 10 because of my elbow it starts to sting burn and itch from those bone fragments embedded in the muscle tissue. But I can do them! I am not supposed to be able to do them at all, once again defying the odds! And we are not talking the girly ones either and I get low to where my nose almost touches the ground and you know what is even better I even hold it for 3 seconds! So you helped me reach a new goal and something that was supposed to NOT be possible! So, a big huge THANK YOU! You are a great inspiration and challenger! I am so happy now! Next I am gonna try the one armed ones! : )
Thank You,
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1271 posts) at 12:24 PM
Congratulations on the push ups girl. That is truly an amazing accomplishment. Once AGAIN...you have defied the odds....AMAZING :)
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 12:46 PM
So do you do pushups in addition to your workouts or as part of your workouts? I want to try!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:50 PM
When I was in Puerto Rico the gym was not open when the were supposed to be so I had to improvise on the beach. So I remember I had tried a few push ups a few weeks prior and could do them so I gave it a whirl on the beach and I surprised myself big time. So, I have not incorporated them into my workout fully ....... yet? I am thinking of putting my son on my back and trying them here at home LOL. If I can get him to sit still! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:56 PM
See how inspirational and encouraging we all are to each other! The power of encouragement! So much proof of that here!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 01:23 PM
That put a smile on my face. See exercise does produce miracles
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (463 posts) at 01:50 PM
Teresa & Jeremy - that is what this site is all about!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 01:55 PM
Good for you, T! I have to admit, Jeremy's thread inspired me, too. At the time, I couldn't do any, not because of an injury, but because my upper body was just too weak. Yesterday as part of my UBWO, I did 3 sets of 15! Yeah, they were girlie pushups on my knees, but I've never even been able to do that many of those, so I'm working my way up to full on your toes pushups. And, since you've inspired me, Teresa, once I can do those, I'll try to hold them for 3 seconds! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:01 PM
Wohooooo go J-Dub You can do it!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 02:17 PM
136 pushups in one minute is the world record. I still need 36 more time to do some more push ups
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:19 PM
holy molly! Thats a lot! Keep going Jeremy I am sure if you put your mind to it your gonna do it!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 02:26 PM
Holy pectorals, batman!!! You guys are awesome!! OK, now I MUST start pushups. I think if I used them as a chest exercise, I would definitly hit a 10 just doing the reps on my knees and I could work on them a long time before I was busting them all out on my toes!! Seriously, I am starting that next week for UBWO for my man chest exercise. I'm scheduled for a change-up next week. In 8 weeks, I'll beatcha ALL!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 02:28 PM
I have started push ups on the stability ball... I push my self in the air and come down and land on the stability ball but IC an only do a few of these... I think when I do them I hit a high point:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Britney's Competition (36 posts) at 12:40 PM
What does everyone do for a living? I was just thinking about the different types of people that are doing this program. There are house moms/dads, teachers, nurses, trainers, students ... Okay that's all I was just curious. =)It makes it interesting to see how diverse this program is ... everyone have a great day!!
I am a student majoring in nursing and I work part time at a school district as a receptionist. =P
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:46 PM
I am a Domestic Engineer (aka mommy) and hopefully by september a Fitness competitor! : )
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (118 posts) at 12:48 PM
Computer Programmer Analyst
It's a desk job so I was in desperate need of HIIT:)
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 12:48 PM
Computer contractor - web design and development. I'm also a university student - computer science, specializing in programming. I have a small business on the side doing photography, graphic design, and a few other odds and ends when I have time. I'm a certified massage therapist, but have not had much time for clients lately.
Body for Life Forum Message by Britney's Competition (36 posts) at 12:48 PM
hehe I like that term =) ... well good luck with the fitness competition. i hope I get to look as fit as you one day!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 12:49 PM
By day, I am the Public Services manager and System Administrator at the public library in town.
Outside of that - I work from home online for a gaming/entertainment company called IGN (www.ign.com / www.fileplanet.com /www.gamespyarcade.com /www.rottentomatos.com etc). There I run their volunteer support group and answer support and account emails :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (498 posts) at 12:52 PM
I was a Career Firefighter/Paramedic until October. Now, I am a Donor Referral Coordinator...I approach families about tissue/eye donation and I also have a home business selling candles.
Body for Life Forum Message by blueeyes917 (36 posts) at 12:53 PM
I am a Registered Nurse, but unable to work due to Rheumatoid Arthritis.
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 12:58 PM
I am a Technical Writer. BORING.
I also hope to change my career to the fitness industry. IN THE VERY NEAR FUTURE!
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 12:59 PM
I'm a computer programmer analyst and a mom of 3 teenagers!!!!
Hey Chubby my favorite things in the world are candles - I should have that job - wait I'd spend alllll my profits.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (188 posts) at 01:02 PM
I'm an art instructor ( portraiture) and I teach classes on the history of Victorian Cemetery Statuary
*I know...grab the pitchforks*
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (117 posts) at 01:09 PM
Lab coordinator for a university microbiology food safety lab. part time horse trainer and mom of two boys.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 01:12 PM
I'm a radio DJ.
Yep, I get paid to talk for a living. It rocks! ROFL :P
Body for Life Forum Message by MUSIQ (39 posts) at 01:12 PM
Marketing and Promotions
Body for Life Forum Message by Ana (15 posts) at 01:14 PM
Marketing for a grassroots non-profit. Tai... that's too funny, I used to do national sales for Prima Games, and I knew IGN all too well. I had to quit before I attended one E3 too many! ;o)
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 01:32 PM
Quality Management Systems Analyst for an electronics manufacturer.
But I am not a geek .... :)
oh yeah, but my dream is to open my own gym !!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 01:37 PM
I am co-creator and CFO of the Lamb family, and domestic engineer.
Body for Life Forum Message by RJA733 (97 posts) at 01:38 PM
I am a mortgage broker.
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (309 posts) at 01:45 PM
I love reading about what everyone does! My degree is in education and I taught 8th grade Math right out of college. Big mistake! Made me NOT want to teach (there were a lot of bad factors playing into this). Sooo..my in-laws own their own business and they put a store in our mall, so my husband manages it and I work there. I've done this a year and am going back to teaching in the Fall--6th grade Math. I think I can handle 6th graders muuuuch better.
By the way--check out the family business! It has lots of cute stuff!
www.inthewindflags.net
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 01:46 PM
oh yes i am the CFO of the miranda family too! LOL!
Body for Life Forum Message by Britney's Competition (36 posts) at 01:47 PM
I find this really interesting to learn what we all do for a living!! hehe ... thanks for posting everyone =P
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 01:49 PM
Ana said:
Marketing for a grassroots non-profit. Tai... that's too funny, I used to do national sales for Prima Games, and I knew IGN all too well. I had to quit before I attended one E3 too many! ;o)
OOO E3. *Tai goes silent at the thought of the ceremony of the game gods*
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (34 posts) at 01:50 PM
I'm a Massage Therapist and teach Human Anatomy and Medical Terminology to Massage Therapy and Practical Nursing students. I also do part-time work for state govt.
Tai... love rottentomatoes.com! Great site. Chances are my 15 year old son has hit those other gaming sites.
J-Dub... what station in PA are you with?
Body for Life Forum Message by bcrank (15 posts) at 01:50 PM
stockbroker wall st. nyc
Body for Life Forum Message by sushu (65 posts) at 01:52 PM
Hi
My paid job for the past 7 years was a special education teacher for students with multiple disabilities at the High School Level. I look forward to returning there some day when the kiddos are older.
This was the first year that I am a Full time Mom and I love it so much...
Susan
Body for Life Forum Message by Quartertrot (65 posts) at 01:56 PM
Sheesh! I obviously need a new career. My job SUCKS. I just do A/R in a tiny office. but, thank God for a paycheck. I really want to go back to school for Law.
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (49 posts) at 01:59 PM
Another mortgage broker here.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 02:00 PM
Cauda Equina said:
J-Dub... what station in PA are you with?
I'm on a country station in the Wilkes Barre area. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by MsJerra (8 posts) at 02:04 PM
Im in the wonderful world of customer service for Blue Cross of California!
Time for a career change......
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 02:06 PM
I'm a professional singer...weekend wedding gigs and during the week I do recording sessions for commercials, backgrounds on artists CD's, music for film & television, songwriters demos, you name it. www.beverleystaunton.com
On another note I REALLY need to build some muscle. Will that happen if I'm restricting my calories too much to lose fat?
Thanks for the help.
supergirl
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 02:40 PM
Correct supergirl. YOu cannot build muscle while on a restriction at least not a lot of it... what you want to aviod is gaining fat while building muscle. there are plenty that have lost weight and built muscle though
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 02:42 PM
Director of Technology here... for a school.
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (135 posts) at 02:44 PM
I'm a wife and mom.
I used to teach Special Education for 12 years. I taught Students with Mental Retardation and for 2 years students with Severe Austism.
I'm burned out. I'm goign back to school in August to get an accounting degree.
Body for Life Forum Message by tricia (58 posts) at 02:50 PM
I am a Domestic Goddess!LOL! I stay at home raising my two boys ages 2 and 5.
Body for Life Forum Message by jazzman (4 posts) at 02:56 PM
I'm an Associate Director of Information Technology for a medium size Pharmaceutical. I’m pretty much a paper pushing geek.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 02:59 PM
I am a Mother of 5, Wife, Foster Parent for a sibling group of 2. So if you do the math that makes a full time mother of 7 children all under the age of 13!
I like to write childrens stories. Maybe one day I will publish. I work for my husband who is a general contractor. My favorite job is painting and helping my husband lay hardwood floor. I love doing those things because the transformation in a home is so great when these things are done.
Anyone need some home renovations done???
Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 03:01 PM
I'm a church secretary. I have two teenage sons, one will be graduating in MAY!!!! (There's a milestone) The other is a sophomore.
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 03:01 PM
I'm a mechanical engineer (and the only female...uggh! It sucks!)
Mary
Body for Life Forum Message by Fig (6 posts) at 03:12 PM
I am a computer engineering technologist....borrriiiinnnngggggg (well to me anyway, some people really like it.) I am also a partner in a Magic and Escape manufacturing business. We are getting a Magic and Escape show together which will really rock! When things get rolling with our show I will become a professional Escape Artist (one of the few women escape artists!!) and continue with the manufacturing business. A heck of a lot more exciting than computer eng!!!!!!
Cheers
Dayle
P.S If you want to have a look at the site go to www.richardsherrysmagic.com we may be in a town/city near you soon! I'll keep you posted if you'd like!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 03:17 PM
This is fascinating, thanks for sharing!
I have a degree in English lit, worked as a copyeditor/wire editor/slot for a newspaper in South Carolina for four years. Then did an AWFUL stint in marketing and advertising for a little paper in Nebraska (shivers thinking of the awfulness of it all). Now I stay home with my daughter, but might be getting some hours copyediting at The Salt Lake Tribune soon. :-)
But I always wanted to be a veterinarian ... OK, until my first semester of college chemistry.
Body for Life Forum Message by reneakleinisakson (104 posts) at 03:19 PM
I am sales/design/estimating assitant for a remodeling company. Basically I do my bosses dirty work of putting contracts together, drawing plans and making the revisions and then putting the files together for job starts and handing them off to our superintendants. Fun, fun, fun.... (actually, it really is sort of fun when were busy... right now though, boring as all get out!)
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 03:42 PM
Investment Banking Assistant. I sit on my bum all day.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mike D373 (26 posts) at 03:51 PM
HVAC service tech
Body for Life Forum Message by MissAngela (4 posts) at 03:59 PM
I love the "co-creator and CFO" thing!
I'm a financial analyst. Also a total desk jockey. I sit for SO LONG every day.
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (125 posts) at 04:03 PM
I sell Heavy Duty Truck Parts (18 wheelers) - not very glamorous, but it pays the bills well. I sit on by but all day. Thats why I gained 20 lbs in the last year. Too many cokes and little debbie snack cakes. This place is like a junk food buffet.
Hoping to win the Mega Lotto Soon! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by kewlmum5 (45 posts) at 04:04 PM
I am a legal assistant. I am also the mother of 5 incluidng my step son, so I have 2 fulltime jobs. I also do typing jobs at home as a side busienss. anyone have any typing jobs they need done hee hee
Body for Life Forum Message by jaimekristen (30 posts) at 04:29 PM
I am a field engineer for a Video on Demand company. So not only do I sit in front of a computer all day, I help people sit on the couch and order movies!
There are so many females on this board that work with computers! Yay! It's great to finally find some women in the same field. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 04:35 PM
Do you know how a lot of people are worried about retiring with a decent income (and many feel they spend most of their time at work, and have little time to focus on health or spend with their family)?
Well, what I do is teach people how to build an income stream without changing what they are currently doing, so they can build up their finances and even create more time freedom.
In fact, I got started because I was working in the software technology industry for 10 years. While I worked my way to Director of IT, I found that I was working 60 - 80 hours per week. With two children, that's not very fun. So I started this business part time and after 6 months, was able to fire my boss. I've been working from home since then.
With my new time freedom, I started a second business - I own my own health and wellness company. I do seminars, online personal training, write books and publish CDs that all are focused on healthy living (no diets or magic bullets, just total transformation of mind, body, and spirit).
What a diverse group we have here!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by go4steffie (93 posts) at 06:43 PM
I have my own house cleaning business. very successful, I might add. I have been in business for 12 years and it is the BEST job i have ever had...set my own schedule, am my own boss, make lotsa money from those rich people that don't want to clean their own house!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (457 posts) at 06:49 PM
You guys all have such interesting jobs/businesses. Me I'm just a stay at home kept women, mother who works part time doing admin for a contractor.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by Fluoro Crucky (14 posts) at 07:02 PM
I have my own business here in Ibiza with my husband. We have two shops selling very mad gear for clubbers to wear and use while in the clubs. It is really good fun and many people say to me every summer that I have the best job in the word! Sometimes is hard to go to work because you rather go clubbing or catch up with some sleep, but we love what we do, and at the end of the day you tend to remember just the good stuff.
Crucky
Body for Life Forum Message by Savyart (117 posts) at 07:05 PM
I'm a professional artist, I'm just about to test for my Personal Training certification (in the next couple of weeks), I'm a mom, and I also upkeep our property (this involves lots of chickens, several acres, and a 100 ft x 50 ft garden.)
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 07:07 PM
I worked for 18 yrs as a Data control Technician at the New Orleas, water board where my Daddy worked and then I met my husband who became my boss, after 11 years we dated and married, 4 years later I became an assistant for a Vet and 2 years after that I became interested in Aerobics and got certified thru ACE and AfAA
I taugh for 15 years as the aerobic director and had my own studio for a while, I taught a hospitals in thorpy and taught advanced classes to the insturctors and gave workshops for people that wanted to become certified.
I love all 3 jobs, but my most rewarding job was being a Foster Parent. I've had about 23 kids over 17 years, adopeted 2 girls and now have 5 grandchildren, I am 51, retired and do my daily chores and enjoy doing my BFL
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 07:11 PM
Damn gang...I need a more interesting job.
My dream is really to work in the fitness industry and get our country off the MOST Unhealthy List.
Gotta go...sending my resume to Bill Phillips. hehehe
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 07:19 PM
hey cheetara i also have a degree in english. i'm not using it, actively, but i have it. i went back to school this fall to work towards a degree in nutrition, to eventually become an RD. i work two part time jobs, one as a personal chef and the other at a catering business.
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (330 posts) at 07:20 PM
Lately I feel like I read this website for a living!!! ;-)
I work in Market Research. (No, I am not the girl who calls your house during dinner) I am also a part time MBA student, trying to get into the Organizational Psychology field.
Booooooooorrrrrrrrrrriiiiiiiiinnnng. I know I need a change, I just don't know what I want to be when I grow up!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 07:25 PM
Coco -- I've wanted to go back to school to, to pursue SOMETHING in the medical/biology field. That'll prolly be a long way down the road. Right now, I couldn't imagine putting my 2-yr-old back into daycare full-time. I missed so much her first year!
'Course, some days, I'd happily pay the shipping to send her to Grandma.
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (12 posts) at 07:29 PM
I stay home to take care of my 4 kids...38 yr. old husband of 13 years, a 4 yr old daughter, 11 yr old son and 120lb. Great Dane "Jackson."
My first career was in HR, my second career as a Mom....my dream career, Nursing.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 07:48 PM
Bella2be,
Two books that might assist you with your desire to find out why you are here and what you are meant to do are
#1 The Power of Intention by Dr. Wayne Dyer
#2 The Attractor Factor by Dr. Joe Vitale
Both very powerful and moving books, especially for those who are open to change.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by scolquhoun (13 posts) at 07:50 PM
I work in the sales support department for a custom brokerage.
Sue
Body for Life Forum Message by Jake (35 posts) at 07:55 PM
Navy Commander working in DC for now. I fly out of Hawaii during my sea tours usually.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (358 posts) at 08:10 PM
oh man, I wish I could say I WAS a paramedic instead of waiting around to go to school to be one..LOL. (In August! Yay!). Right now I am a somewhat-batty housewife and mom of two boys and a 70 pound pitt mix dog who seriously needs to get a life :/ Um, I need to get a life, not the dog. He already has one making me hop up and let him in and out every 5 minutes :/
Body for Life Forum Message by CassieLakewood (11 posts) at 08:15 PM
I work for the navy, for the last 2 years as a co-op, but I am graduating FSU this Sunday and I will start as a full time Electrical Engineer on May 31. So, I'm an electrical engineer.
I know what you mean about being the only chick Mary :)
~Cass
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 08:16 PM
WOW all sorts of neat jobs out there! I'll just jump in with I'm an RN- have been for (Aaak) 15yrs now! Also had been a CPR instructor for 7yrs - need to go recertify as I let my status laspe & now my daughter wants me to teach her Girl Guide troop!;} Other than that I'm a mother of 2 or 4 depending on the day- the joy of blended families!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rhia (75 posts) at 08:19 PM
Domestic goddess, teacher (i homeschool my girls, 7 and 2) girl scout leader and future hot mama, LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:58 PM
Another Domestic Godess here!!! I also volunteer as a library tech, a cub leader (hey, they couldn't find a man), and work occaisionally as a noon supervisor at my son's school.
I play at painting. I have no problem selling what I paint, but I can't say I consider myself an artist. If you want to have a look, I just posted a picture of a painting I did of my son. (I was in the mood to post something, and he's cuter than me!)
Please bear in mind, this was my first attempt at painting a person, so not so great). :P
I also like to write. I am working on a children's book and a Period Scottish Romance Novel (ahem...a very "warm" one LOL)
Body for Life Forum Message by t_rose (142 posts) at 11:22 PM
First and foremost I am a mom, housekeeper and cook :)
Tuesdays I am a cartographer (map maker) - I'm just helping out at my old full time job one day a week now.
Thursdays I clean aquariums for the business my husband and I run out of our home. We also sell Xango - a health beverage.
Tricia
Body for Life Forum Message by t_rose (142 posts) at 11:27 PM
Aw, what a sweet painting Jeanie!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 11:34 PM
Go Jeanie!! We love our tech volutneers at our library. Couldn't do without them.
I'm actually taking over our technical services department at the end of the year. Can't wait - tech services is definately more of my cuppa tea than public services is lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 11:57 PM
I've been on disability for the last 3 years... I was a Sr. Systems Analyst for 7 years with a large San Diego Telecom company before I was laid off due to my medical problems. I've been in the computer field for 17 years. Prior to that I was a finish carpenter and also remodeled homes.
I don't know when I'll be well enough to return to work. I'm shooting for next year...Not sure what I'm going to do..
I like the computer field and I'm really good at it. However, I told my doctor today that I would really like to be in a role where I can help other people with hormonal illnesses to rebuild their bodies and their lives...there is just no substitute for having gone through years of it yourself!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (12 posts) at 12:42 PM
My first week is over!! I lost about .5 inch in my waist and it went to my hips...oh well, I did lose almost 5 lbs though, which I am happy about. Realistically speaking, I only worked each area of my body twice, so I really didn't expect to see myself lose too many inches. From looking at photos, I see that visible results start happening after 4-6 weeks.
Anyhow, I have a stupid question regarding measuring meat...do you weigh it before you cook it or after? So, if each portion of protein is 3-4 oz. (red meat and chicken) should I weigh it and then cook it or weigh it after it's cooked?
Thanks so much for your responses to my questions, I really have enjoyed this forum!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:58 PM
I weigh it after I cook it.I do 4 oz of protein.
Keep doing great! Your on your way to a life changing and wonderful experience!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 01:05 PM
I buy like 3 or 4 oz chicken/turkey/beef steaks - I'm assuming that's before weight. I just cook those and eat them.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 02:39 PM
Nobody asks stupid questions here. We all pretty much asked same questions, and learned alot from eachother. Ask away, and you will be amazed with the answers you will receive back.
Im almost done with my first week too, and learned alot from the experience and the great folks on this site.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by popeye (343 posts) at 02:45 PM
It should be cooked weight.
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 12:42 PM
OK, so can I just say - due to the typical reasons females deal with, I feel like complete and total crap. Utterly. Devoid of almost any humanness today. (not mean or anything, just YUCKY!!!) I would LOOOVE to take a pain pill, but I am hesitant to do so with the supplements and the fact that I have LBWO this afternoon and plan on kicking my quads and hams down the street HARD. I'm bloated and swollen and feel like a big ole grapefruit with feet, hands, and a head. If y'all feel like sending me some poisitive energy, I would be greatful. I have about 3 or 4 hours to get my butt in gear for lifting.
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (118 posts) at 12:50 PM
Positive energy is now flowing your way! On thepositive side, have you noticed any improvement in this monthly event? I have always heard that the more active you are the easier it is.
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 12:53 PM
Here is some positive energy Kaaabaaaammm!
I know it does not seem like it but your are gonna feel so much better when you get into your workout! And after and thats something to look forward too! Hope you feel better.
Giant grapefruit with arms and legs LMAO! That was a good one!
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 01:03 PM
Sending vibes...fluffing the ora! Totally understand your point of view! You will feel like a sweeter and less juicy grapefruit after you lift! :D
Keep up your great progress. Visualize yourself at your goal...eating a grapefruit! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 01:18 PM
thanks y'all - kauai, no big change so far. unfortunately, I have 2 days that I am almost incapacitated every month. I'm working from home today, so that helps (nice to be in pjs when you're ill). But I've had problems with all of this since I was 10, have had surgery once already, and honestly just wish I could have my unterus removed. It honestly just sucks. I don't really get pissy or anything, but the pain is sometimes not easy to bear and there's really not much I can do to alleviate it. Pain pills help, but again, I'm hoping to not have to resort to that.
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (50 posts) at 02:12 PM
First of all, sorry to here you are feeling icky!
So, here......ZZZZZZZZZAP! There you go, girl!
Work it out!
Hope you get to feeling better :)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 02:20 PM
At least you feel like a grapefruit,which is an authorized food and not a snoball(the cocnut sprinkled kind)with hands and feet. I give you the energy of my fab HIIT and 3 sets of ab bootcamp from this morning(since the energy is leaving me anyway, may as well go to someone who needs it:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (135 posts) at 02:46 PM
I'm with you rawillow. I have cramps so bad I want to cry. I'm really really not looking forward to my spin class tonight. I'm seriously thinking about doing the 20 minutes cardio instead of the 45 min spin.
I have not had cramps like this in 20 years.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 02:51 PM
I thought that drinking more water and exercising is supposed to help with cramping!!! Thats not been the case with me either. My cramping was so bad that I spent most of the day in Bed on Sunday. Oh well, I guess it's just part of life.
So with that being said, I am sending you my sympathies and positive energy......can you feel the vibes?
Go burn off the fat and build muscle!!!You can do it.
Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by tricia (58 posts) at 02:57 PM
I am sending some positive energy your way! I had the same "problem" this week so I hear ya loud and clear. I do have to say that keeping active really helps!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 03:00 PM
Oh, I hope you're not talking endometriosis -- bad news in the pain department.
And my symptoms have only worsened since BFL, too. Think it's the lack of "numbing" foods and being more intune with the bod.
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 08:20 PM
hah ha ha ha kicked that female issue ack to the hell it came from and did a pretty good LBWO in spite of it. :) Thanks for the energy ;) I actually even did a little extra light cardio too!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 08:39 PM
I hear ya sister! Was feeling great this Am ... now as the day wears on I'm feeling more & more Bluuurgy!! ( is that a word?? ) I dunno! But it's how I'm feeling! ;p puffy, fluffy & yucky!! ;(
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 08:40 PM
OOops hit the wrong button... to finish I was gonna say , GOOD for you - glad you're feeling better! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tunde (31 posts) at 01:51 PM
After having my free day on Sunday I weighed myself on Monday (don't know why) and I had managed to put on four pounds. Since then I have gone on a complete bender eating up 3000 calories if not more. I have lost my motivation and have not gone to the gym for the last four days. I cant even wake up in the morning and feel so fed up.
I am so scared to weigh myself because i know that I am going to demotivated. I need to get back into the bfl routine but I have done too much damage.
Body for Life Forum Message by lcbfl (154 posts) at 01:54 PM
Never, ever weigh yourself after a free day! That's the number one rule! You're going to gain that much in water weight because you ate a lot of crap, but it will go away within a few days. I'm sorry to hear that it set you on a binge. Don't let the scale get you down. It fluctuates too much to let your motivation ride on it.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 01:57 PM
So don't get on the scale. You have NOT done too much damage. BFL stands for Body FOR LIFE. Not for 12 weeks. So in the big picture, the rest of your life, do you really think you have done too much damage with 4 lousy days?
Shake yourself off, make a plan, and get back on. You can do this! Just stay off the scale and focus on other ways to track your progress, and for God's sake stay off the scale the day after free day!!!
*offers hand*
Get back up here on this wagon! That's an order! :)
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 01:57 PM
You have not blown it. Just pick up and move forward don't sit and be stagnate. You'll thank yourself in a few days when you get back into the swing of things. You can do it! Just keep putting one foot in front of the other and not on top of eachother. You can do it you can do it!
Why wait for tomorrow? Tomorrow never comes.....
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Tunde (31 posts) at 02:05 PM
Thank you. I know I just have to get myself motivated again. My body feels so bloated and heavy. I just need to shake myself out of this depressive mood that I'm in.
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (50 posts) at 02:15 PM
I can relate to how you are feeling and it's so hard to pull yourself back up, but just jump back up on that horse and ride! Just Do It! You'll feel so much better!
BTW, I weigh myself in the morning of my free day, before I eat or drink anything! UGH! I hate the free day weight spike!
take care,
r
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (330 posts) at 02:25 PM
Tunde,
The situation you described was my entire week 2. But week 3 I picked it back up, and here I am in week 9 going strong. I probably gained 6 pounds (whether real or water) that week but I completely bounced back and YOU CAN TOO!
Leave the past in the past and focus on right now. Its 4 days out of 12 weeks, certianly not a deal breaker.
You can do it!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 02:34 PM
The scale can fluctuate throughout the day. I tell people if the scale is demotivating dont use it...If it is motivating hop on.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 02:36 PM
I freaked when I weighed myself after the free day. Remember what Bill says, it is a free day and there should be no guilt attached to it. However if you get on the scale the next day...the guilt will be there every free day. If you want to weigh yourself do it just once a week just before your free day.
I have had a few screw ups, One day I ate so many mixed nuts. I calculated the fat, it was 600gm of fat. I am not joking!!! I think that is a months supply of fat. I kind of started playing mind games with myself. Saying things like...you can't do this. Your only going to binge and gain more weight. It's too hard!!! Any of that sound familiar??? Don't listen to your self. Find your way to this site when your feeling like that and stay here until those feelings go away!!!
We are all here for you. Take one day at a time. Everyday is a new day, a gift from God, to do what we want with it. You can do this!!!
Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:37 PM
I agree the scale is the spawn of satan!
Body for Life Forum Message by popeye (343 posts) at 02:51 PM
Miss Tunde, the scale is not your friend or an accurate tool for measuring progress daily. Pick a set time on the day before free day, and only set foot on the scale at that time once a week. The way you wardrobe fits and the way you feel are you best tools, leave the rest alone. I too am a reformed scale junkie as is my wife.
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 03:06 PM
Oh, no, you have not totally blown it! I've been where you are and back MANY, MANY times in the past challenge-and-a-quarter, and I'm still trucking (albeit s-l-o-w-l-y).
I'm not suggesting you make a pattern of it, but know that if you fall, you can (and should) get back up. So what if you fall again? Back up you go.
Body for Life Forum Message by Fig (6 posts) at 03:19 PM
It's like those toys kids have (can't remember the name) where they punch it and it pops back up at them. You gotta be like that!
I guarantee that those 4 lbs are not all 'real' weight. I don't eat a lot of salt but I put some on my pasta last week and man did I ever retain water the next few days! Yikes.
The scale weight is a guide, not a god and definately not fully truthful! There's a bunch of reasons your weight fluctuates.
Don't give up. You can do this.
Cheers
Dayle
Body for Life Forum Message by CassieLakewood (11 posts) at 07:12 PM
Okay, take a deep breath... :D
I'm betting you didn't gain 4 pounds of fat on free day. You would have had to have eaten 14,000 more calories than you burned on free day to gain four pounds of fat. That would be difficult to do if you tried, IMO :D
Just remember, every day, every workout, every meal, every hour is a chance to get back on track. Start now, you will thank yourself for it!
~Cass
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 07:55 PM
This reminds me of something I learned from Lee Labrada's nutritionist, Keith Klein. I actually write/speak about this a bit.
It's about a car on the interstate. You are driving along and BANG you blow a tire. What is the sane thing to do? Most people will pull off to the side of the road. Then, you will either replace the tire or call for help, have it towed. Then, after the new tire is on, you're back on the road.
Many people with nutrition, however, get that blow out, and then do something interesting. Instead of pulling over, replacing the tire, they pull over. They pop the lid of the trunk. But instead of the jack, they grab the crowbar and start smashing the car to pieces!
What is really happening is two things.
First, when you are not fully committed, it is easy to create excuses. Seeing the weight go up is an excuse. It's not a good one, because it is typical for weight to go up after free day. When I would drop 30 pounds in a challenge, there would be days I'd gain 5 to 7 pounds. When you eat high sodium meals, your body retains water. When you eat high carb meals (free day) your body pulls water into the muscles (something called glycogen takes in 3 parts water for every 1 part carbohydrate). So, it's perfectly fine for your weight to go up after free day, but it makes an excuse for self-sabotage.
Don't get me wrong - I'm not judging - I've done this many times myself.
See, and that's the other issue we have. Many people, I believe, don't allow themselves to enjoy the nutrition. Instead, they live free day to free day - so the 6 days in between are a struggle, because instead of slowing down to enjoy the meals, they are counting down the days until they can eat the REAL food.
I found, for myself, it was like quitting smoking, but giving myself a day to smoke. It's not that the free day is bad - it's great. It's that the days in between are treated the wrong way.
I encourage clients to experiment with recipes and find meals they enjoy - meals so good they would be a perfectly great free day meal, only they happen during the week. Enjoy it, so it is not so much a diet, but part of how you eat.
Then, the breakdowns don't become about wanting or craving the foods, they become more about self-sabotage. When that happesn, it's not the calories or weight to be concerned about - it's your emotions. Why did you choose to be that way, to become the victim? Why did you give up your power? What can you do differently? How does it serve you to go out and wreck the car after you have a flat?
It might not click for everyone, but quite a few people find it powerful that when they get off track - have an extra meal, have trouble getting back into the swing of things after free day, or see the scale go up - before getting upset, they imagine the crowbar and the jack, and choose to go with the spare tire instead.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 08:11 PM
Good comments, Jeremy.
Question: When you've identified that you are one to smash your car when the tire blows, AND you've identified that you're self-sabotaugeing ... then what?
How do you make the leap from identifying the problem to overcoming it? I will chant to myself "I'm not hungry, I'm just doing this because I feel bad" WHILE I'm eating badly. What is the junction between knowing what you're doing and why and not doing it anymore?
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 10:33 PM
It's different for everyone. It really starts with a willingness to realize you are doing it for a reason, and that you may not be comfortable digging down to find it, but that is ultimately the key.
I like to do this illustration - I may have posted it here. Most people look for motivation. That's big circle "me" and then little circle inside "motivation". Motivation is within me, and smaller than who I am ... so it has to be recharged and come sometimes sputter and fade.
On the other hand, the people I know who have triumphed - who have 300 pounds or even just lost 20 pounds but kept it off - those people tap into inspiration. That's big circle "inspiration" with little circle "me" inside. The inspiration is larger than you, and the reason is big enough to overcome the obstacles.
Ultimately, most people don't have a big enough reason. When it is a selfish reason, it is easy to talk yourself out of it.
When it is a bigger than you reason, then it is more powerful. Whenever I was doing it just to lose fat, well, I could talk myself into "I'm happy the way I am." I was a self-lie, but I fell for it.
When a close friend of my passed on and in the same span of time my wife found out she was pregnant with our daughter, things changed. I felt suddenly that it wasn't fair to my children that I was condemning them to the same fate I was suffering - being overweight and having to buy special pants and looking into the mirror every day and hating who I had become.
I realized my friend was gone, and did not have the opportunity to change his situation ... but I did. He was taken without a choice, and it was almost like I was insulting or belittling his memory because I DID have a choice, and I was abusing it by not taking care of myself.
These two reasons were BIG reasons for me. Where my own reasons fell short, these were reasons big enough to keep me moving.
In fact, I still remember this hill in my neighborhood. I DESPISED cardio and would drag myself to do it and was miserable the entire time. Everytime I got to this hill, I'd say I would run nonstop to the top, but would always give up.
One day I came to the hill, and I was thinking of my friend, and I realized that I was bigger than that hill because I was plugged into a purpose that wasn't about me and my own discomfort. I muttered under my breath, "Brian, this is for you" and I was NOT about to let down someone who I had the honor of carrying on my shoulder to his body's final resting place. I felt his presence and I knew that I would conquer that hill.
When my legs turned to mush and my lungs were burning and I couldn't barely keep myself up, I kept pushing through and crested the top and kept right on going. Tears streamed down my eyes but I felt this RUSH.
And suddenly, I realized my mistake. I was so focused on the pain of the process, that I forgot the joy of the outcome. It wasn't about the burning legs or rapsing breath - it was about the rush.
And realized that with my nutrition, I could get the same rush. Training was easy - it's something I step out the door, commit to for 20 minutes, and then am done. Nutrition, however, is a long term commitment. But I said, I've been living YEARS doing it one way, slipping, binging, etc, I'm going to take 3 months of my life and do it a DIFFERENT way - I'm going to control the food for once.
The first time I felt that desire tugging on me to go down to the vending machine and clean out the bags of chips and Oreos like I had always done to sabotage myself in the past, I related it to the cardio. It was like the burning legs saying, "just rest a bit" or my lungs saying, "just stop and catch your breath." I realized these were the little killers of greatness - the tiny distractions that caused me to fall short of excelence - so I said, "I'm tuning it out."
Would you believe my addiction so was so great I spent TWO DAYS in my office sweating and going CRAZY because I wanted to break down and binge eat so bad? I couldn't think of ANYTHING but those darned Doritos and Oreos. But I focused on what it had felt like making it to the top of the hill.
And then I had free day, and got it out of my system, and started a new week.
And the feeling of being in CONTROL - of MAKING IT and not breaking down - it was a rush. So I told myself, not - I'll deprived, I'll feel bad, I'll breakdown - not the things I had focused on. Instead, I said .. imagine how much BETTER that rush will feel after doing this for TWO weeks.
And so I took it one week at a time, and suddenly 12 weeks were over, I was flying to Miami to have former champion Jeff Seidman take my "after photos" and body fat, and I had lost 30 pounds, and I realized my life would never be the same ...
All because I decided to stop counting on the motivation inside of me, and instead stepped into something larger than me - the inspiration outside of me.
I don't how how to create the change you are looking for, but I can share what happened with me and hope it may take you closer to what you deserve - and that is to shine in your own power.
You deserve it all.
Blessed be,
Jeremy Likness
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 10:36 PM
Well said, Jeremy!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 10:39 PM
NaturalPhysiques : where do you find the time to type such long responses *LOL* :-)
I'm just giving you a hard time! I like them though! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 10:41 PM
You've never 'blown' it until you reach the point of no return.
To be morbid - that will not be until the day you die.
Until that time - you always have a the opportunity to do something good for yourself. Even if it takes a few tries.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 01:51 PM
Hey here we go again with music tunes. My night at the Roxbury cardio music is getting stale so if you guys could suggest some great butt kicking music I could DL onto my Shuffle it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Like what is your fave. song while doing HIIT in that last min.?
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 02:03 PM
Gwen Stefani-What you waiting for?
Survivor-Eye of the Tiger
Ice Cube-You can do it
Drowning Pool-Bodies
Odd but effective for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by fauxpasfur (188 posts) at 02:06 PM
black eyed peas
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (50 posts) at 02:08 PM
During HIIT....
You Oughta Know-Alanis Morrisette (yeah, I got a lot of ex resentment-lol)
Beautiful Day-U2, just makes me feel so GREAT about life!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Margroovy (78 posts) at 02:16 PM
Personally I'm into 70's - 80's disco to get my body pumping. Here are a few: Earth, wind and fire's - September,Let's groove tonight, and Boogie Wonderland; Chreryl Lynn's Got to be REal; CC Music Factory's - Gonna Make you Sweat; Chic - Le Freak; Taste o Honey - Boogie Oogie Oogie, etc... Wild Cherry's - Play that Funky Music White Boy; and of course my personal favorite The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men. Hope this helps! Margaret
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (434 posts) at 02:26 PM
Guns N Roses, One thing by Finger Eleven, Im sorry I cant be Perfect, One chance by eminem, Puff Daddy, Outkast, Tupac, and many others. It is a personal opinion on these songs.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 02:28 PM
Survivor by Destinys child is THE song for me!! It totally pumps me up. I crank my player all the way up and just give it all I got....WHEW!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:30 PM
oh these are good ones I am DL some of these tonight!!!! Oh the Destinys Child survivor Heck yeah! Oh and all those others sound great too! Watch out for me Gym w/ my new music LOL!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 02:42 PM
There's some darn hip-hop song that came out in the past year or so that I want SO badly, but I have NO CLUE what it's called or who does it.
I heard a riff on TV last night -- it has a very heavy electronic bass sound to it, that's all I can think of to describe. If there are any of you out there who can go off that and send me down the right iTunes path, I'd appreciate it!
BTW, Beautiful Day is a great cardio song, agreed! Clocks by Coldplay is also AWESOME for those last 3 minutes -- it carries you through.
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (428 posts) at 04:12 PM
Cheetara,
Could you give us some hints to that first song? Do you know any of the lyrics, etc.? I'm pretty good at figuring out songs. One cool think my mp3 player has is a recorder that allows me to record off the FM radio on the player. So if I hear a song I love, I can hit record and then play it back for whoever will listen to it....so I can figure out what the song is!!! I've already used this feature several times in the past month since getting the new mp3 player and have been able to figure out a couple of songs by doing that.
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 04:16 PM
ok here I go, here are some of my favorite tunes:
1) Switch - Will Smith
2) Can't touch this- MC Hammer
3) Brick House - Commodores
4) Hit me with your best shot- Pat Benatar
5) Yeah - Usher
6) I want to do it all- Terri Clark
7) Pappas got a brand new bag - Jame Brown
8) Bad Girls - Donna Summer
9) I will survive - Gloria Ganer
10) Survivor- Destiny Child
11) Stronger - Britiney Spears
12) Dirty- Christina Algulera??
13) PYT
14) The way you make me feel
15) Rock with you - Michael Jackson
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 04:18 PM
Basement Jaxx-"Red Alert" (anything Basement Jaxx!!)
Eiffel 65 (I think that's what their called) - "Move Your Body"
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 04:23 PM
I like Cake's "Going the Distance" because it makes me not quit!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 05:10 PM
Cheetara is it Usher's featuring Little John Yeah!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mike D373 (26 posts) at 05:37 PM
Beastie Boys older music
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 06:04 PM
i listen to the movie soundtracks
Rocky,, Flashdance,, Fame,, Footloose,
Perfect,, dirty dancing
and Cher
the twist
and 50's and 60's music
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (12 posts) at 06:24 PM
Here is my workout session on my Dell DJ: Crazy in Love-Beyonce, Let's Groove Tonight-Earth Wind & Fire, Rythym Nation-Janet Jackson, Pump it Up-Elvis Costello, Rock Lobster-B 52's.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 07:17 PM
JAMBER: Thanks I found my new theme song for this challenge! Survivor it fits perfectly! I LOVE it! I am dancing around the house. I think if I do a fitnes routine I will do that song for my first fitness competition! It def. has a sentimental thing for me! THANKS!
hehehe tinkerbell I put Crazy in Love too LOL!
FosterMomma: Flashdance was the movie that started it all for me! I saw that movie and it was all over with! Been a dancer ever since!
I am really diggin 50 cents Hate it or Love it right now too. I am going music crazy over here! Wohoooo thanks ya'll! Keep the suggestions coming!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 07:22 PM
I'm trying to think of something, Dani and T! Too bad MTV doesn't play music anymore, I'm sure it would pop up. :-)
I don't think it's Usher -- it's harder than his stuff.
I was miffed to discover iTunes doesn't have Prodigy after someone reminded me how much I like their stuff. :-P
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (12 posts) at 07:40 PM
Cheetara, If you heard the song in a commercial, you can go to Kazaa and do a search for that product....like when those cool Mitsubishi commercials were out with the breakdancing woman in the front seat...I searched for "Mitsubishi" that's how I figured out that song. Same with the song from the VW Toureg commercial.
You don't have to download it, but maybe the title will be there and it will ring a bell.
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 07:42 PM
I'm wondering whether it's the same "group" that did the "milkshake" song -- has that same electronic bass thing going, only in this song it's more prevalent.
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 07:54 PM
Oh, god -- well, I figured it out. And the song almost kinda sucks -- the lyrics atleast, but the beat/bass just does something to me (imafreak).
It's J-Kwon, "Tipsy." *sighs*
Body for Life Forum Message by Jake (35 posts) at 08:00 PM
Last minute of HIIT has to be Fire on High by ELO (face the music album)...It is 5 minutes long and it works out great for the last 5 minutes of HIIT since it builds during the song.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mskjrsoo (10 posts) at 08:04 PM
How 'bout this one...i just found it and I LOVE it.
Life is a Highway
"life is a highway, I'm gonna ride it all night long, if your goin' my way I'm gonna drive it all night long"
remember that one?
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 10:00 PM
ok, i'm trying to figure out a song and it's pretty cheesy, it's older. the refrain goes "there's a stranger in my room"..."he doesn't touch me like that, he doesn't treat me like you do..." sound familiar to anyone?
you have to download "all my life" by foo fighters.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:05 PM
I love everlong by the foo fighters it's awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 02:48 PM
I've grown impatient waiting for myself to overcome 27 years of bad habits (and the resulting bod) so that I can "top the sundae" with a new look.
SO ... I invested in some of that Endless Summer tanning foam and made an appointment for a new hairdo -- Saturday afternoon.
Wish me luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:50 PM
Wohoo! You go beautiful!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 02:51 PM
Yeah you! I can tell you that my new haircut and contacts have made a huge difference in my outlook.
...and now everyone thinks I look so different because of my skinny eyeballs. :D
How 'bout some pics when you get it done?
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 02:53 PM
I definitly think little treats for ourselves keep us on the right track and motivated to keep doing better. Who wants to lose the last 10 lbs when we need a mani/pedi and a haircut? not I.lol. I just hope at this point I can lose the frist 10, but you know what I mean.:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1121 posts) at 03:03 PM
I hear ya, jamber! I kept thinking I'd push myself to achieve buffdom if I could do the total makeover thing after, but I'm getting sick of looking at my pasty face and dried-out, too-dark hair. Sucks my will to lift. :-P
If I'm not in tears when it's done, I'll share pics -- but in real clothes, LOL. I've already decided no more bikini shots till the end of the challenge.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 03:04 PM
I think a way to look like you lost 10 pounds is to use some sunless tanning lotion. Every time I use the stuff, people ask if I have lost some weight. I guess there is just something about that healthy glow!
You will look great with your new look, Can't wait to see your next pictures.
Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicci (355 posts) at 04:20 PM
I did the same thing. I just signed up at the tanning booth, went shopping for clothes I hope I can't wear in a month, and called and scheduled a hair appointment for TONIGHT (I have a little instant gratification problem. Hmmm--I wonder how I got fat?)
I'm tired of waiting to feel pretty!
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 09:01 PM
Girl, you already look fabulous, so I am sure any tears will be tears of joy, cause you'll just look MORE fabulous...
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:03 PM
:-)
You go girl!! You are already smokin! :) you'll have to post some pictures of your new self when you get your haircut and tan going! :-)
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 03:20 PM
Ok, can someone take a look at my picture...username: supergirl. In the photo I weighed 118 lbs (23.7% BF). I now, after almost 3 weeks on BFL weigh 114 lbs. Anyway, I seriously need to build some muscle. I am taking in around 1400 calories a day. Is that going to be enough to build some muscle?1400 calories is what the BFL site said I should consume to lose fat AND build muscle (at my weight). I just hope some of the 4 lbs I just lost aren't muscle. This has always been my downfall...not building enough muscle, and I want to do it right this time. Also, I am doing the workouts like the book except I add a little steady state cardio as well.
Any help, suggestions and comments are VERY welcome and thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 03:23 PM
personalizeabook, I hope you can respond cause it looks like you've been able to build plenty of muscle, you look great! Help!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mike D373 (26 posts) at 03:30 PM
lift weights and increase it every set like Bill says. Don't mix cardio in with your weight routine. Hit your 10s.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 03:32 PM
Hi, I do not know where you get hideous from? Your slim, and you have a nice frame. If I was you and this is only a suggestion, I would change up with my diet alittle, for example, 50% protein, 30% carbs and 20% fat....And if you have alittle $$, purchase some Amino 1000 and take them twice a day.. As far as your training, you can follow the BFL exactly or you can do the pyramid method with your weight training, such as 10/8/6/4 (reps) if you are looking to build mass, keep the weights going up and the reps going down.... Hope this helps, Udenia
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 03:38 PM
After I wrote the work hideous on my before picture I really felt that it was such a negative thing to say and certainly not needed. I went in to try and change that and can't find where to change it. Oh well.
What is Amino 1000?
I am doing the Pyramid method like Bill says.
What about calories? 1400 enough> Should I be concerned about that being too little or too much?
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 03:41 PM
supergirl..send me a private message and I'll respond to you...but Udenia's suggestions are very good!
I about to step away so I can't answer right now (I'm heading out to the gym and picking up my little girl from daycare).
Send me a quick private message and I'll try to respond to you asap.
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 04:01 PM
I'll check my calorie calculator, at home, tonight and PM you with the results for your bodyweight.
My gut reaction is that you need to up the calories ... and since you are obviuosly counting them, increasing them should not be a problem, as long as they are clean and you are hitting your 10's.
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 04:04 PM
Thanks jstone!
Also wanted to mention that I am definitely seeing results already, it's great. I just want to make sure I don't lose muscle while burning fat and then of course want to build some muscle. Thanks for all your help everyone!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 04:09 PM
Hey this is an idea for you that I got from Monica Brant.. She makes up some chicken pieces and marinates them in Balsamic Vinegar and Garlic Marinade for cuts them into bite size pieces.. She eats that for snacks and it is all protein, with like only 1 gram of carb and 1 gram of fat... AMINO 1000 is an amino acid that will assist in the building of muscle because your body only makes so many amino acids, not all of them that the body needs. You can find them in GNC or online. Usually you can get 2 bottles for $30. good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 04:11 PM
Thanks Udenia!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 04:12 PM
Is Amino 1000 like Creatine? Cause I am taking a dose of that right now too.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 04:18 PM
Wanna build muscle? One word Protein! Protein is the # 1 thing muscles like to consume for growth heheehe. Udenia gave ya some good advice there. : )
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 04:25 PM
Also some peoples metabolisms seem to be a little higher so cardio is in question. My husband is one that cannot do cardio at all if he wants to gain muscle. And the other thing he has to do is eat like a freaking horse Protein and Carbs. Now he is to the extreme measure. So you might want to evaluate those things. You might be one that needs to go light on the intense cardio to keep muscle and build it too. Now this is something you would need to look into. I don't know your whole back ground but I just wanted to share with you an experience. Try the diet first and if your still not gaining muscle after 4 weeks try lightening the cardio up. Just a suggestion. You could be one of those with an already high metabolism. I can explain more if you want. Try diet first. Good Luck.
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 04:48 PM
Thanks again for everyone's advice. Since I am only in C1W3D18, I will gather all this info and use the suggestions when I feel I am not making progress. I just didn't want to wait til week 8 or something before asking things I should find out now. What I think I'll do is take some 3 week pics this weekend and evaluate from there and you all can again give me your opinion on if I'm heading in the right direction or not.
You all rock!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 06:38 PM
Isn't it a 1-2 pound loss per week what you're shooting for? I thought if you lost at a faster rate, the danger was that you were losing muscle. Four pounds in three weeks is within the safe range, I would think.
I didn't have a lot to lose at the beginning of this challenge either. But I started losing weight right away too so I was also afraid initially that I might be losing muscle. But I could feel myself getting stronger--I was able to up the weight I was lifting and everything, so that reassured me. Now I'm almost done with week 10 and the definition is really starting to show. I don't think I could ever have a bodybuilder physique, I'm just not built that way--but I do have muscle now. If you stick with BFL, you will too! :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by llangkamp (232 posts) at 03:48 PM
Just a warning, this may happen to you too...
Now that I am spending so much time trying to get healthy, I decided I could take a little more time and look nice too.
I've spent over $160 in the last two weeks getting my hair cut & highlighted (yes, it is slimming BTW) and eyebrows waxed.
Add that to the $200 I had to spend on clothes because I have NOTHING THAT FITS.
I am used to $16 cost cutter hairstyles, natural brows and no color. I haven't bought new clothes in ages. Man, do I feel high maintenance...
Lisa
Body for Life Forum Message by Fig (6 posts) at 03:58 PM
I put off shopping for a long time after I lost a bunch of weight and man, it sucked! Talk about not feeling good about yourself even though you've already kicked your own butt and lost weight!
It's worth every penny!
Cheers
Dayle
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (330 posts) at 04:19 PM
Just keep repeating the old mantra "I'm worth it!"
I haven't bought new clothes yet but yesterday my fiance said I should go get a massage this weekend to ease my aching muscles. Hmmm...he's paying, not gonna argue with that!
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 04:24 PM
Doesn't it feel great?! All my pants are too big now and I have to go shopping, too. DARN!! Just make sure you get rid of all your old clothes! You don't want to have the temptation of going back to that old size! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 04:27 PM
Wahhhhppp that is awesome though! You feel great don't ya! Nice to have to buy new clothes I can't wait for that to happen. The last time I had to buy new workout clothes cause my yoga pants were falling down as I was jogging LOL. keep it up! You go Beautiful!
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 04:32 PM
I know, I never got my hair cut in 12 years, never wanted to, love my long hair, But since I lost so much wt, 20 from BFL, but 32 total since christmas, I got a new hair style, bought new face cream, bought new makeup, new nail posish, yesterday, bought a new outfit , 2 pair of shoes, and a new swim suit,size12/14 in the junior dept, hehee! it does add up, but I haven't done this in sooooo long I don't feel a bit guilty
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 04:43 PM
Think of how you are impacting our economy.
First, by taking on a healthy lifestyle, while the short term may look expensive, in the long term you are saving tons. The second leading cause of death is poor diet and lack of exercise, so you are saving on doctor's visits, hospital trips, medication, etc.
What's more - instead of having the tax payers pick up the medical bill, you're taking that cash and putting it back into the economy.
BFL saves the economy!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 04:48 PM
Buying healthy vegetables and meats is also cheaper than eating out and getting takeout on a regular basis.
You are just reinvesting that money into yourself!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 05:18 PM
Its rare that you spend money and be happy about it. Enjoy yourself!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 05:20 PM
You are a great thing to spend your money on!
I still have so much weight to lose, I'm sticking with clothes from the thrift stores until I get closer to goal, otherwise I'll be spending too much money every time I drop a size!
But good for you for doing something special for you! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 05:34 PM
My bosses gave me some money to spend on some clothes for myself for Secretary's Day this week. What a deal!!! (my old ones are all too big)
Body for Life Forum Message by cruz9095 (82 posts) at 05:54 PM
My first challenge, I realized the major purchase that nobody seems to talk about... I had to buy new underwear because the old ones were falling off!!! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 05:55 PM
That is why you start putting a little away at the beginning of the challenge. $10 here $10 there and by the time you are done, you'll have enough money to pamper yourself and buy a swanky new wardrobe.
Body for Life Forum Message by t_rose (142 posts) at 06:17 PM
Good for you!
I got a big haircut change at a pricey little place this week to. I bought one pair of pants and two new shirts the size down even though I know I will lose more. I need something to wear - and they were on sale :)
Tricia
Body for Life Forum Message by CassieLakewood (11 posts) at 06:51 PM
When I get too small for my clothes I take them to a consignment store! That way, you get money back and you can get new clothes with the money you get back from your old ones.
~Cass
Body for Life Forum Message by llangkamp (232 posts) at 04:34 PM
I just talked to my mom about BFL, and she was so impressed she decided to do it too! I am getting her the BFL and EFL books for Mother's day, along with some EAS bars.
I'll let you know how she feels in about 12 weeks!
Lisa
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 04:38 PM
Thats awesome! I can't say what i think I am gonna get for my mom for mothers day cause she reads this heehhehehe. Aint it great having your momma with ya! It's there own way of saying how proud they are of ya! It's such a cool thing. I get to work uot with my momma tonight! Wohooo!
Body for Life Forum Message by Charles_V (53 posts) at 04:35 PM
America Online is now featuring Jorge Cruises newest diet plan....
The 3 Hour Meal Plan! Its basically Eating for Life, and he says exercise is optional. GRRRRRRRRRRRRR! How stupid! All hes doing is encouraging people to be smaller lumps of flesh instead of redefining themselves.
Roar!
Charles
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 05:48 PM
It took THAT to get you furious with AOL? Don't get me wrong, that's bad. But I gave up on AoHell years ago!!! Oh, I've got stories. But I'll spare you. :)
Is Jorge even promoting such a high ratio of protein? Seems to me that would be no good if a person wasn't lifting weights.
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 04:47 PM
We adopted a wondeful 8 month old white highland terrior at the end od Dec 2004,, She is Princess Topanga, Beautiful, loveing, house broken, just perfect, but she gets so excited when she eats she doesn't seem to chew, just swollows, so the result is she eats and a few minutes later, she throws up, The vet says, nothing is wrong, she just inhales her food to fast and the food comes back up unchewed. tryed different kinds of food, same thing, so now Topanga is on the BFL / EFL program
she eats 6 small meals a day, I'm not kidding! we started this in Feb. and she hasn't thrown up since.
She is also on the BFL exercise Program, I let her outside and she runs like crazy, definatley getting her HIIT workout for the day. as far as the wts, well she has a rubber bone and when no one feels like playing with her she throws it in the air and catches it herself.
I just can't get her to drink 10 glasses of water a day, and I don't want to, I'd be up all night taking her outside to do her business, well I guess that wouldn't really matter much since I am up 1/2 the night peeing too, hehe!!
Body for Life, it's not just for people anymore!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 04:54 PM
hahhahhahah Princess Topanga Love that name! One of my moms Italian Greyhounds is named The Ya Ya Princess because we saw that movie the day I gave her the dog we call her Sophia after the # 1 diva Sophia Loren. That is so cute!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mrs. 40-something (25 posts) at 05:32 PM
I've been doing some internet research on this and found a lot of plastic surgery options, viewed the before and after photos, etc. But one website said that skin is actually very thin – pinch the skin on the back of your hand to prove it – and that what is left "hanging" on many people after weight loss is actually skin and fat. It said that if you get your bodyfat down to 10% or so you won't have the hanging skin. When I checked out the before and after pics of tummy tucks, they don't look anywhere near as low bodyfat and toned as the BFL success stories on this site do. Has anyone lost 80 or more pounds and NOT had surgery? Mina Hobby (she's in the EFL book) looks great but who knows if she had surgery or not? Just wondering if I am going to have to be the human guinea pig for this since I WILL be losing 80 lbs or more...I know some of you are working on losing that much or more, but I don't think anyone's down to a really low bodyfat yet. Thanks for any info you can share.
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 05:39 PM
I don't believe Mina Hobbi had surgery... from what I've read. I also believe that BFL is good for losing weight at a slower rate WHILE gaining muscle helping to alleviate the loose skin problem. Anyone else have information here?
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 06:11 PM
Not BFL, but i remember susan powder
Stop the instanity she lose like 90 lbs
claimed it was all done thru step aerobics, but then read that she had a tummy tuck! so you never know, when you are rich and in the spotlight you can get those things done, not so easy for the avg jane.
an old boyfriend I had years ago lose 100 lbs and he had the extra skin hanging down, he did sit up and crunches 4-ever but nothing seemed to help. as far as I know, he never had surgery
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (663 posts) at 06:17 PM
No worries, don't think just because you have a tummy tuck that you aren't doing it the right way, sometimes due to the amount of time that you had been carrying that extra weight around will determine whether or not your skin can bounce back, you kick butt this year and lose as much weight as you can to reach your ultimate goal and if you had done everything right and still have skin left, then do what you need to do to feel good about yourself. I have lost 60lbs and have 20 to go and I had gained 80lbs in my pregnancy but I only had that extra weight on me for 1 year then it went down to 60lbs and now I am down to carrying 20lbs extra weight so I am doing it slowly and it is coming off. Good Luck to you and YOU are the only one that can make that decision... When it comes time, you will make the right one!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mrs. 40-something (25 posts) at 06:27 PM
I don't think that if someone gets a tummy tuck that they did anything wrong, it's just that it's so expensive and I have already had two abdominal surgeries for a c-section and ovarian cyst removal and don't relish the idea of scars on top of scars. I'd just love to hear from someone who can say "Yes, it CAN be done because I've seen it/done it myself!"
Body for Life Forum Message by rainking (15 posts) at 06:14 PM
Ok, first off - I've been around a while, but don't post very often. Love reading, not so much a poster. Also, if anyone checks my profile, its long outdated and I will fix that when ever I get my hands on some new pics.
Anyhow, I know how great you guys are, and I thought you could help me out here.
Ok, If anyone is reading this, I have a problem.
My friend wants to do BFL. My doing. Yes. Obviously, I'm all for it. The issue is, she just lost quite a bit of weight, the wrong way. Alot and fast. Low Calorie, lots of exercise. She still has more to lose - especially body fat % as she most likely lost a lot of muscle if she had any to begin with.
She's nervous that she will gain, and she can't afford to in her eyes. I see her point. She eats like 3 small small meals a day (albeit, a protien and a carb or veg). Of course, her body's metabolism won't be used to 6 BFL size meals. What's a girl to do? Not to mention, the severe drop in cardio.
ANy suggestions?? Help me out here!
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (249 posts) at 06:45 PM
Wow, I don't know. Steal her scale? Remind her that her metabolism will eventually speed up because she's eating more and more frequently? Show her pictures from here of strong, beautiful women with lots of muscle?
I hope someone else has some better ideas for you b/c I think it's so great that you want to be so supportive and helpful to your friend. If she gives it a real try, she won't regret it (as I know you know!)
Good luck to you both!
-Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 06:45 PM
She will still lose weight and have more energy. I started losing weight a few years ago the same way until I didn't lose anymore - after starting BFL it revved up my metabolism and I started feeling better about myself.
It will all be good - doing healthy things for your body can never be bad!
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 07:03 PM
I would talk to her about getting in shape for LIFE, not starving herself or running her life away with cardio.
Just remind her of all the benefits.
Can you sit down with her on this site and show her success stories? And then also make sure to show her the weekly reports that show only a little bit of weight loss? This would show her that slow but steady progress works best.
Body for Life Forum Message by braxtontaigu (126 posts) at 06:39 PM
So my mom is doing BFL with me now, and she is following the plan very well. She has been doing it for almost 4 weeks now, and she has not lost one pound. I can see that her clothes are starting to fit differently and that she is starting to firm up, but she is discouraged because of the scale. Is this normal. She is going to be 56 years old in a couple of weeks. Does anyone have any tips or modifications to the plan that would help my dear mommy? She is following the plan in the book pretty much exactly, but maybe there are some slight changes she should make? I don't know! I know some of you guys can help! THANKS!
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (330 posts) at 06:54 PM
Actually I wouldn't change a thing. Now granted I am only 27, but the advice everyone on this site has given me since I started, and was barely losing any weight at all, was to stick with it by the book and not change a thing. Well I'm in week 9 now and finally there are visible changes.
I am not sure how age affects results, but there are plenty of pictures of women who are success stories that are probably close to your moms age. I would also tell her not to pay attention to the scale!! There are bigger changes afoot underneath!
thats AWESOME that she is going BFL , and that she has you to coach her! My mom is still from the school of "weights make you look like a man"...you know, I'm not even sur emy mom owns sneakers!
Anyway, good luck to her, tell herto please hnag in there and keep trying!!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Ljweartz (23 posts) at 06:57 PM
Does she have a lot of weight to lose? I noticed that my weight (even though I have a significant amount of weight to lose) really didn't drop as significantly as you would think. However, it is EXTREMELY important that she be taking pictures of herself and measuring herself. The scale really does not show the entire picture of how things are changing.
I would say keep at it. There are people who have "only" lost 4 pounds in an entire challenge - but their body changed completely.
Congrats to you for inspiring her and congrats to her for doing BFL!
Lisa
Body for Life Forum Message by rawillow (265 posts) at 08:22 PM
Buy her a tape measure and tell her to use it. The scale is a bad indicator. Buy her a tape measure, some flowers, and a card. Wrap the tape measure around the flower stems and write in the card how proud you are of her for making a decision to change and sticking with it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:33 PM
AWWW! Rawillow, that is such a sweet idea!
Brax,
Ever since I started my first challenge I have heard over and over again that women sometimes don't see significant changes untill around week 8 or 9.
And your mom is probably right at the "4 week crazies" stage right now. A lot of people seem to have a difficult time around 4 weeks. Tell her to hang in there, it will happen soon. Her body just has some changes to make inside first! I'm a little closer to her age and trust me, we more "vintage" ladies can have great results too, just keep going. Follow the plan and have faith.
Besides, with you for a coach, how could she go wrong!! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (414 posts) at 09:49 PM
I have looser clothes, tighter muscles, and lower body fat, as well as greater endurance and strength, and I've lost all of 2 pounds. Sometimes you gain so much muscle and lose less fat that the weight stays the same.
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 10:09 PM
And check out two of my favorite profiles:
personalizeabook - she lost 11 pounds in her first challenge
T~N~T - she lost 14 pounds in her first challenge
But, both of them have made TOTAL BODY TRANSFORMATIONS!!
Now, I'm getting closer to your mom's age, I'm 40, and I've lost a total of 17 pounds in two challenges. My body fat has dropped from 34% to 24%, my blood pressure is back to normal, and my cholesterol has dropped 45 points in two months.
Hang in there, Mommy... it's coming!!
Body for Life Forum Message by khubbard (67 posts) at 07:44 PM
Just wanted to say helo. I was in Columbus, OH for teacher training the past two days. I missed you guys. Peace. Keep working hard.
Body for Life Forum Message by go4steffie (93 posts) at 07:45 PM
Thats my neck of the woods!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:39 PM
I was diverted to Columbus last week when the plane I was on couldn't land in Cincinnati. The gate agent was really nasty.
That reminds me.. gotta write a letter to Delta, lol.
Good to see you back, Khubbard!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 11:07 PM
hey great to see you back!
I have a question for you. When you cut out carbs for your late in the day meals did you cut out all carbs or keep the veggies in there?
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 11:47 PM
Welcome back! I was gone camping myself. I also missed my friends here!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 08:22 PM
Went to see an exercise physiologist today and told him about my BFL program. His first response was "What is Body-For-Life???" That should have been my first clue...
I told him I was doing weight training 3 days a week and cardio on the bike 3 days a week for 20 minutes. His response was "Oh no, you need to do cardio for at least 40-60 minutes a day at least 4 days a week - the longer the better! 20 minutes just isn't enough for effective weight loss! And weight training is good for building strength but doesn't really help weight loss."
His recommendation for weight loss was to drop the weight training and to do long low-intensity bike rides 4-6 days a week.
Then I told him that I had lost 75 lbs since Jan 3... "Well, in that case, Jim -- just keep doing whatever it is you've been doing!"
Oh brother...I'm glad I wasn't paying this guy!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 08:24 PM
He needs his brains examined for giving you such poor advice! He should be asking YOU for advise instead, jeez.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 08:24 PM
lol - I hope you gave him the website.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 08:26 PM
Yep - I told him about the website, but he didn't bother to write it down...
My guess is that he won't check it out.
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 08:28 PM
He'll definitely be checking YOU out, grin.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:34 PM
Maybe you should send him a copy of the book! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by gemthing (151 posts) at 08:51 PM
Just curious, what kind of education/certification did he have? I'm not trying to knock him, I'm really curious.
I'm majoring in Dietetics right now, and I'm thinking of getting a masters in Nutrition & Exercise Science, and I'm wondering if that's kind of the same road, or if this guy is an actual MD, or what he's done to be called an exercise physiologist.
Body for Life Forum Message by gemthing (151 posts) at 08:54 PM
...and with a little google search, I found a ton of info. He should have a degree in exercise science from an accredited school, but he could have a degree in phys ed, kinesiology or human performance with an emphasis in exercise physiology.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 08:59 PM
gemthing -- don't know his credentials. I was in seeing my highly accredited cardiologist at Scripps Clinic and she referred me to him...
But how can anyone specialize in such a field and never have heard of Body-For-Life?!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by fostermamasmith (895 posts) at 09:02 PM
I'm telling you, I went to 4 different drs over the last few years and asked for advice because my wt kept creeping up, up,up and never stopped. Everyone of them say, eat less and exercise more,
when I said what I was eating and how I was exerciseing everyday, for 1 to 1/2 hr on high impact aerobics and then then do a little bit wts until I was exhausted, they said, I wasn't waorking hard enough or I was still eating too much if I wasn't losing the wt.
Well in my book, it was clear to see that if I was starving and getting headaches because I was so hungry and i counted my calories to 700 a day and exercised til I dropped, duh!!! something wasn't working for me!
after many trys with many programs BFL is the answer,I promise, it works, it's working for me that's for sure.
Glad to see ya back Jim, missed ya, Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:25 PM
Jim,
That story reminded me of my old doctor. Every time I had an appointment he would ask me "what seems to be wrong?" (O.K. that's fine), but then he would ask "well what do you think we should do about it?" (if I knew that I wouldn't need a doctor now would I!?!) LOL :D
I'm glad we DON'T have to do 40 - 60 minutes of cardio 4 times a week and give up the weights. I really hate cardio, and I love strength training. I would be in big trouble.:P
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (146 posts) at 09:48 PM
hey gemthing, i'm studying nutrition right now. i mean, i'm working towards a degree in nutrition. then, i'm going to work towards becoming an RD. what are your plans?
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (34 posts) at 09:48 PM
That makes me mad. His suggestions were downright silly! Glad you showed him who knew what they were taling about! ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 10:04 PM
Some doctors have heard about it... I went to a get-together the other night with our Sunday School class. I was so worried about what I'd eat while I was there (it was Saturday, free day is Sunday)... anyway, I brought a meat and veggie tray. Someone went up to the food and asked about a dessert... one of the guys responded... "it's okay to eat that - it's sugar free, and fat free". I was like, what is it? He went on to say that with the "program" he and his wife are on they have to bring food to get-togethers that they can eat. I asked him what the program was and he said BODY FOR LIFE. I was shocked. They've been doing it since Jan. 3 and he has lost 15 pounds and she has lost 20. I asked him what got him started on it and he said their DOCTOR told them that his mother did "just the eating part" and lost 30 pounds!!! We ended up talking about how great BFL is for like 45 minutes!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:08 PM
Did you explain this is not no ordinary 20 min cardio thing. You should have given him the variations and told him to try it and then get back to ya! LOL
I am glad to hear from ya been wondering where ya have been .... hmmm wait a min it was me that was gone for awhile anyhow I am glad to hear from you! : )
Teresa :)
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 10:19 PM
I enjoyed a visit to my doctor. I was 190 at 10% body fat. He could see my abs, but still gave me the speech about having a high BMI based on my weight.
Doctors are great, but they are not required to be knowledgeable nutritionists or fitness experts. Some take more of an active interest than others.
But, you know what works - at least he was flexible enough to accept the reality!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 10:20 PM
TNT - I explained to him about the varying intensities and that the idea was to kick up your metabolism. He said there was no benefit to hitting the 9s and 10s!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by drjlbaileyii (401 posts) at 10:30 PM
Hey Jim, his response is the american college of sports medicine typical answers to exercise guidelines. So as a ExerPhys he went to college and studied. Most programs of college have no idea about this and they should Because it would destroy the very foundation of education to be so simple...well good job on staying with BFL. oh and Natural physique BMI and height weight are based on 1950 standards of men at 5'6=8 and 150 pounds....so we know that is not correct now...JB
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 08:34 PM
I'm at work & I can't remeber the link to the site ( I put it in my favs at HOME - not useful here!) Could someone help me out?
Thanks
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (116 posts) at 08:51 PM
Found it... back tracked thru the forum messages ( that was fun... ;p )
Thanks anywho!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 08:57 PM
Saw my cardiologist today for the first time since the end of last summer. She did a double-take when she saw my chart. She turned to her nurse and said "Holy Smokes! Jim's lost 100 lbs since we last saw him!" I've dropped 75 lbs since I started BFL in January, but had lost 25 lbs last fall.
In the previous office visit, she warned me that I was in the danger zone for diabetes, stroke and heart failure. With all of the major risk factors - including a family history of heart disease - she said I was at a high risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke at any moment...
Well, it looks like I'm out of the danger zone...My glucose dropped from 106 (borderline diabetic) to 80 (normal range is 65-99). My triglycerides dropped from a frightening 342 to 150 (normal range is 0-149). Cholesterol dropped from 260 while taking Lipitor to 219 without medication. Also, I was having a hard time walking because of knee problems and now I rarely have any trouble. Other blood work also improved back into normal ranges.
I'm still having issues with getting my hormone dosages dialed in - thyroid was too high, testosterone too low, cortisol too high...but at least I can feel a sense of relief and a little victory from the great improvements in blood chemistry!!!
I'll say it again! BFL is about so much more than just weight loss!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:59 PM
Wow Jim!! That's really amazing!! Your changes in your numbers are astounding!
I bet you have a smile on your face the size of Texas!
Daniele
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:06 PM
Oh My Word! That's soooooo AWESOME!!!! I had someone ask me today how much my blood pressure lowered since I started BFL...now that I look back, I should have checked it!!! Arggg....
That's just simply amazing Jim, you are trully an inspiration to all of us here!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:07 PM
Jim that is WONDERFUL!!!
I'm so happy for you!
I was really glad to see your drop in Cholesterol. My doctor prescribed Lipitor just before I started BFL, and I have to confess, I haven't taken any! :P I'm hoping it will come down as I get healthier!
Jeanie :D
By the way...I can see the light from that Texas sized smile all the way up here!
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 09:12 PM
Jim, just when I think you can't make me smile any bigger, your ethusiasm JUMPS off the screen...way to go, that is sooooo incredible...I hope you are as proud of yourself as we all are of you!!
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 09:14 PM
BTW -- I am from Texas! Born in Bryan, grew up in Fort Worth.
Jeanie - I was on Liptor before but stopped taking it because I suspected it was causing knee joint problems. I will be starting a low dosage of another cholesterol-lowering medication, but I'm sure that will only be until I join the 'under 200' club!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:27 PM
Jim -- that is amazing! Congratulations on such amazing success! You are just an inspiration all over!
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (414 posts) at 09:29 PM
WOOHOOO!!! I so wish you would talk to my honey! He could learn so much from you and I want to keep him around for a good, long time.
congratulations! You are awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 09:58 PM
Jim, that's great!!! I went to the doctor last week... first time since starting C2 (early Feb). My cholesterol has gone from 249 to 204 (in 2 months!!). My blood pressure when I went in February was 132/90... last week it was 122/67!!! There is a strong family history of HBP and High Cholesterol, so I was shocked at my recent test!! I owe it all to BFL - the exercise and the clean eating!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 10:27 PM
Oh! I forgot to mention that the doctor also said it was OK to stay off the blood pressure medicine after being on it for 8 years!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 10:30 PM
Jim, I forgot to mention that I'm not on any medication ... and my numbers did that by following BFL to a T!! You're right... it's so much more than just about weight loss!
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (472 posts) at 10:40 PM
Jim-
That is wonderful news!
You are such an inspiration to us all.
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:58 PM
...To all of you for your constant support on this board.
I've been struggling these past two weeks with my nutrition plan and I've just been unmotivated. Still working out, still eating on plan at work, just taking extended free weekends. Bad Girl!
During Challenge 1 I was like a BFL Cyborg. I didn't cheat on my foods at all and had complete determination. And this challenge is turning out to be a little different for me.
Goodness, is there something in the water? A lot of us have been experiencing something similar to this lately it seems.
Well, each day, I've come to this site and it's been so helpful. I've really enjoyed sharing the whole BFL experience with all of you. This site provides me with a TON of needed motivation.
It just means so much to me that you all take time out of your days to come and chat on the boards and share your thoughts, advice, successes, and challenges.
Thanks Again,
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by bflmom2004 (160 posts) at 09:07 PM
Danielle...I think it just may be a 2nd challenge thingy...which is so odd, cause I had incredible results with the first challenge, and just really have sucked the 2nd challenge...sigh...but you are so right, this board is a God send, and so are you girl...at least we are not alone...hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:14 PM
Danielle, sounds to me that you are still doing great! :-) Did you take a week off after your first challenge or jump right into the next one?
Remember, it's what you do most of the time that matters :).
I'm sure your second challenge will be just as successful as your first one, especially now that you have the experience of the first challenge under your belt, use that knowledge and apply it at your best. You can do it!! :-)
I have to say "Thank YOU!" for your tremendous support here on the board, you've been a great support and cheerleader for many of us here.
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 09:18 PM
Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Guys!!
I have been really coasting in Challenge 2 and I thought it was just me!
I had hoped that since you are supposed to see the most noticeable results after 8 weeks ... going directly in to Challenge 2 would just keep the ball rolling. Week 16 is AFTER week 8! But, apparently my body caught on! It has gone into "start over" mode! Now instead of great week 16 results, I'm back at the week 4 crazies!
Oh Well, maybe I will have the week 8 results to look foreward to again!!
(((HUG))) for everybody!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:22 PM
I agree, Danielle, you've been a big source of support here, especially for me. Having started C2 this week myself, I can definitely tell that I don't have the umph that I had when I started C1. But I'm doing my best to fake it 'til I make it! And like you, I find it easier to do having everyone on this board to motivate and inspire me.
So thank you, too! :)
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:40 PM
Yup Dani remember my whole past week it was like you week before mine. But coming back onto this board and being surrounded by positive attitudes has kicked it back into high gear again for me.
Now I am gonna quote you it was one of my most favorite things you said once: What's this falling off the wagon stuff? Get in the wagon and strap yourself in.
Hehehehe don't you love it when someone reminds you of your own advice heheheheehe! We love ya ta death girlie! Keep on getting motivated and inspired! We've got some barriers to break let's go and do it!
Teresa : )
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 10:14 PM
Just got back yesterday from camping at nearby Lake Jennings. I've been a little frustrated lately because the scale is 'sticking'. However, I'm losing inches so I know progress is being made!
I have a big Coleman tent trailer and spent most of the week I was there camping by myself. But I really enjoyed sitting around the campfire each night and sorting things out. I don't know about you, but I need a lot of 'self-coaching' to keep my priorities straight and to rid my mind of so much of the 'stinkin thinkin' that creeps in sometimes...
Concerned and frustrated about meeting my weight loss goals I asked myself "What's going to happen if my BFL program keeps going like this?!!!" I thought for a minute about my program...I almost never miss a workout...I follow the food plan pretty well most of the time...I'm completely dedicated to BFL...
HOLY SMOKES!!! I may not get the results I'm looking for in the next few days... or even the next few weeks, BUT if 'my program keeps going like this' imagine what kind of body I'm going to have a year from now! There's no doubt it'll be incredible!!! So my answer came down to this... "Jim! Just keep on truckin'! Will ya!!!"
Even when you are on the right road, you're going to hit a few pot holes along the way...but taking the next exit isn't going to help anything...it'll only put your journey on hold. And you certainly don't want to turn around after coming so far! So that only leaves one option if you really want to leave that old body in the dust...keep on truckin'!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (30 posts) at 10:16 PM
Yes, great insight! Keep on trucking. It took me a year to finally reach where I wanted to be, and four more years to get comfortable enough to stay there.
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 10:26 PM
Jim - I would have to say you are one of the most motivating people on this site.
You thoughts, insights and helpful comments always put a smile on my face and help me through the rough times.
I hope to say I still am talking to you in a year and will be able to see the wonderful progress I am sure you will continue to make.
Aileen
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 10:29 PM
Jim, darlin', you have a way with words!
And your timing is impeccable!
You always seem to come up with some amazing insight to cover exactly whatever problem I happen to be dealing with.
Thank You for sharing!! :D
Jeanie
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 10:20 PM
How about a little "Military" type chant for the tracker teams?
I don’t know, but I hear tell,
The whole gang’s doing BFL,
Working out and eating clean,
Shaping up and getting’ lean.
Sound off 1,2 Sound off 3,4
1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4!!!
I don’t know, but some folks say,
The Tracker Teams are on their way,
So guys, now show us what you got,
Yell "OUR TEAM’S GONNA KICK SOME BUTT"!!
Sound off 1,2 Sound off 3,4
1,2,3,4 1,2,3,4!!!
I don’t know, but I been told,
The winners get to share the gold,
So drink your water, lift, and run,
Come on teams let’s "GET-HER-DONE"!
I have entirely too much time on my hands!!! :P
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (213 posts) at 10:20 PM
ARRGGG! I lost my formatting!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dawnie (64 posts) at 10:24 PM
Wow Jeanie you are pretty creative! I think it is cool what you put together. Not to mention it is motivating. You just need to get Athlete4life to put some music to it!
Have a good night.
Dawn....."GET HER DONE"
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 10:23 PM
This morning, I was going to weigh myself but my lovely scale DIED on me! What a PLEASURE! *lol* Anyway, I have no way of weighing myself right now. Arggggg....good and bad at the same time!
So with this being said, SHOULD I or SHOULD I NOT get myself a new scale? :-)
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:29 PM
NO
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 10:33 PM
I don't have one, and as tempting as it is, I just can't bear to go buy one. I just use the one at the gym. I can only drum up the courage to get on it when I go into the locker room which is only about 3 days a week. I'ts hard, though.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (129 posts) at 10:40 PM
One question, If I WERE to get one, which is better, digital or the dial kind??Just because my gym has both and the one is a bit different than the other, the digital reads heavier. Whats your thought on this??
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (472 posts) at 10:41 PM
Heck no!
I am seriously considering smashing mine to bits and then tossing it out to the trash! LOL
Seriously, you can tell by the size clothes you wear and once you are in the size you want to stay, you can gauge if you are gaining/losing by how your clothes fit, right?
I honestly think I will get rid of mine soon...
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (534 posts) at 11:46 PM
I like the digital scale I have (Tanita) but I think an analog (dial) may be more consistent.
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by fauxpasfur (188 posts) at 02:03 PM
Try scheduling time with a personal trainer at your gym. She or he can show you how to use all the machines. At my gym I think it costs like $50 for a 1 hour session. They'll walk you through everything, not neccessarily doning a full workout with all kinds of reps. but just have you try a bunch of stuff a few times each so that you know what do to when you come alone.
My before pictures also motivate me, and the small bikini that I bought that doesn't fit me yet.
Every week or so I review all the top 20 profiles on this site- there are a lot of people on this site that motivate and inpsire me with their progress.
Review your goals. Did you set goals? If not, make some. Be specific. Exactly how many pounds do you wan to lose? Exactly what size clothing do you want to fit into? Exactly how do you want you health to be positively impacted (lower choloesterol, blood pressure,etc.)? Put those goals up on your fridge or on you bathroom mirror or in you car- or all those places!!
CHeck in here with us.
Good luck! Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 02:07 PM
I really like focusing on my goal visualization and when all else fails I look at my before pictures and I think of all the BF I want to loose! I look into the mirror and visualize myself over and over where I want to be! Oh the power of Visualization!
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 02:20 PM
Poop--I was almost finished with my post and my computer farted...
Let's try that again.
I laminated my before photo to the back of the Authorized foods list, so I'd have to look at it every time I went to the grocery store.
I come here to gain motivation from the success of others and offer support to those struggling.
The fact that I no longer have to take medication for stomach issues since I eat better.
The sobering reminders of all my shopping trips where I returned home empty handed because I refused to accept the clothing sizes that I fit into.
The thought of living the rest of my life with limited capabilities due to excess fat and poor energy levels.
These factors, just to name a few motivate me every minute of every day.
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 02:21 PM
You have to find the motivation and desire within yourself.
No matter what WE may say, you have to ultimately decide what you want.
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (50 posts) at 02:26 PM
Welllll, motivation won't always just come to you. It's kind of like what comes first, the chicken or the egg? Sometimes you have to JUST DO IT! in order to get motivated. It's like getting a ball rolling.
BTW-I look at my before photos morning, noon and night and THAT keeps me from eating all the goodies around here at work and gets me up every morning exercising when it's the last thing I want to do!
Best wishes,
r
Body for Life Forum Message by froglette (790 posts) at 04:08 PM
How does one define professionally developed?
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 04:25 PM
Walgreens. :D
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 04:28 PM
Or you can upload them to CostCo if you have one in your area.
Body for Life Forum Message by jess1eb (15 posts) at 01:04 AM
That poem has made me cry, I have missed a whole week of training, not all my own fault, I have been sick again but not all week. That has really given me the motivation to get back on it. Thanks TJ
Body for Life Forum Message by ChristieM (8 posts) at 12:31 AM
I was curious what everyone's schedule is for BFl ? What time you get up..and do your work out or go to work..your eating times.... etc :)
Thank you
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by Shane (22 posts) at 06:20 AM
Good question! Here is my sked:
0500 - Out of Bed//
0530 - In the Gym (till about 0630)//
0730 - Breakfast//
1000 - Snack//
1230 - Lunch//
1530 - Snack//
1830 - Dinner//
2100 - Snack//
2130 - Bed Time
I like to go early in the morning and get it over with plus I am very intimidated by Gym. I am getting more comfortable as the days go by...but for the most part it is usually just me and one other person there. Other people don't show up until 0615 - 0630HRS. The times shown are not exact but I try to stick to them pretty closely.
Have a good day!!
Body for Life Forum Message by froglette (790 posts) at 08:19 AM
6:00--alarm goes off. Hit snooze
6:09--alarm goes off again. Hit snooze.
6:18--alarm goes off again. Hit snooze.
6:27--alarm goes off again. Hit snooze.
6:36--alarm goes off again. Sigh and get out of bed
7:00--shoo eldest daughter out to her bus. Eat breakfast if it's a cardio day. (I like to have at least 2.5 hours after eating before I exercise) Otherwise I can wait a little longer to keep meal in line with 11:30 snack. Wake other kids.
7:30-8:30--poke at kids still lying in bed. Remind son he needs a shower before he gets dressed. If son is by some miracle already dressed, tell him to go back, take off his clothes and take a shower. Make breakfasts and lunches. Change youngest's diaper. Check to make sure son's schoolwork is done and back in backpack.
8:45--shoo kids out the door to their bus, shower and dress
9:15--head out the door to the gym
11:30 done at gym. Eat snack and run errands.
Piss away afternoon, eating at regular intervals, (2:00, 4:00)but be home for kids when they get back. Get their snacks, observe homework execution.
around 5:00 start dinner, 6:00 eat quickly enough so we are ready for evening commitments (karate, choir, Sunday School meetings, puppet ministry, etc)
When I get back from evening commitment, eat meal 6.
Evenings I stay up late and have time to myself.
Bed around 11.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:26 AM
6:45 get up and work out
8:00 eat breakfast
11:00 eat midmeal
2:00 eat lunch
5:00 eat midmeal
7:30-8:00 eat dinner
9:30-10:00 eat midmeal
10:30-11 bed
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:34 AM
Assuming I stick to the plan, here is my usual:
5:00 am wake up
5:45 am Gym Time
8:00 am Meal 1
10:30 am Meal 2
12:45 pm Meal 3
3:00 pm Meal 4
5:00 pm Meal 5
7:00 pm Meal 6
9:30 pm---Bed Time
Body for Life Forum Message by ChristieM (8 posts) at 08:47 AM
Great Schedules ! Thanks for sharing Im still trying to figure mine out. I was thinking
Get up 6am, do cardio home by 6:30 .Get sone ready for school Drink coffee and then H2O..Breakfast at 8 M2 10 M3 12 M4 2 M5 6 M6 8. Is there to big of a break between M4 and M5 ??
I have to get up early and do cardio before the girls get up..and hubby goes to work. On Free weight day I will do that later in the afternoons, for that my mom has a mini gym so I will go to her house, but she lives 20 mins away. So maybe on those days do it between meal M4 and M5
What do you all think ? Is it ok ?
Body for Life Forum Message by reneakleinisakson (104 posts) at 09:12 AM
Here's mine:
4:30 get up and let dogs out
5:00 work out
6:15 meal #1
9:00 meal #2
11:00 or 11:30 meal #3
2:00 meal #4
4:30 or 5:00 meal #5
8:00 meal #6
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 09:15 AM
LMAO froglette - you love that snooze button as much as me.
I set my alarm 20 mins early just so I can hit my snooze 4 times (it's an addiction I swear). I'm not able to get up unless the button has been pressed numerous times.
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 09:33 AM
Wake up at 5am to excersise (it takes me time to get ready so I really don't start until 5:30).
6:30 Shake
Then off to work.
9:00 Bkfast
12ish: Lunch
3ish: Meal 4
Off to home
6:30: Dinner
7:00-until. Sit on my butt and watch TV. If I stay up late, I'll have meal 6.
Then Bed.
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 09:45 AM
Typical weekday:
6am: Get up and have 1st meal.
7am: Arrive at work.
9am: 2nd meal
Noon: 3rd meal
3pm: 4th meal
5pm: workout
630pm: 5th meal
830pm: 6th meal
9pm-ish: Go to bed !
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 04:54 PM
MWF:
6:25 wake
7:00 breakfast
9:30 mid meal
12:00 lunch
2:30 mid meal
5:00 work out (weights or go running with friend)
6:00 dinner
7:30 lift if I ran earlier
8:30 mid meal
9:00 bet
T/TH
5:15 wake and to HIIT
same eating schedule except dinner is a little earlier
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 05:02 PM
Wake up before alarm at 4:50 and lay there until the absolute last min before alarm goes off then turn it off before I hear how loud it really is. I am truly scared to death of it. It's one of those super loud ones.
Get ready for gym workout at 5:30
Eat @ 7:30 am
Drink 1/2 Liter of H20
Eat @ 9:30 am
Drink 1/2 Liter of H20
Eat @ 12:00
Drink 1/2 Liter of H20
Eat @ 3:00
Drink 1/2 Liter of H20
Eat @6:00
Drink 1/2 Liter of H20
Protein Shake w/ Fruit @ 9:00
Drink 1/2 Liter of H20
and in between all of that I drink an extra liter of H20.
Body for Life Forum Message by ChristieM (8 posts) at 09:45 AM
Well I went and bought all my groceries yesterday. Im so excited to start, but scared at the same time. I find myself putting off the first day. Today I blamed it on a cold that I have. :(
I thinkIm afraid that Im going to fail. ! I wish I had a buddy on this one. My mom is kinda trying to loose weight but she wont do BFL..
I keep telling myself that if I want to be a hottie in a wet suit (scuba diving) then I need to do this. Or that I want to feel good about myself.
I need to stop being a fraidy cat !!!
Is better to start on a sunday or is ok to start tomorrow ( Friday) and then adjust the menu to the day I start ???
Thanks for listening :)
Body for Life Forum Message by FaithPCFL (17 posts) at 09:53 AM
Christie,
there's no time like today to start! be encouraged, you don't fail as long as you are trying! strive for PROGRESS, NOT PERFECTION!!! do as much as you can when you start, and don't be too hard on yourself.
Go girl! ease into it if you have to. when I started, I was afraid I couldn't do it either. I walked a mile or two with a friend for a few weeks, then I added my menu change, then I started the HIIT and weight training. that's what worked for me. I'm at the end of my 7th week, and it's pretty easy by now to stay with it.
You'll make it! just do it!!!
:-)
Ruth
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 02:51 PM
Just remember you are doig this for yourself and nobody else. Showing your transformation to others are definitely a bonus, but should not be the primary reason but for your well being, happiness, and so forth. If you fail, you fail for yourself not for anybody.
So, direct the qeustions/concerns to yourself from within... do you truly desire it and why, then stick to the answer which isnt anybody's but your own.
Hope I make sense, but thats how I get my motivation.
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (128 posts) at 03:05 PM
I did like FaithPCFL did. The first challenge I pretty much don't count (mentally), because from November through December I only did the weights and a small amount of aerobics. In January, I started the eating and upped my aerobic amount some. In February, I started my second challenge and have done it by the book. It just comes natural now. You'll love it!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (328 posts) at 04:39 PM
Hey Christie your not alone - You have all of us to help. Keep coming back here and its hard not to keep going and keep it up. When your down let us know and we'll pick you up, when you have a great day we'll all chear for you. No better time to start then the present!!
I am on my own too but this site has kept me going!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ChristieM (8 posts) at 07:50 PM
Thanks you guys !!!
I am starting tomorrow ! I cant wait, I have meals planned out and I will be doing my cardio in the a.m. :)
Wahoo !!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 09:35 PM
Christie -- you DO have a buddy to do this with! LOTS of buddies, in fact -- all of us! I think we've all started out with that fear, that this would just be one more program we would start and not finish. But results are SO motivational, and the people on this board pick up when sometimes the motivation fails. I've started and stopped just about every diet plan out there, but with this one, I have completed 12 weeks and started another 12, and had pretty good results, too. I'm SO glad you're starting tomorrow. Let us know how we can help you!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by ChristieM (8 posts) at 10:33 PM
WOW, Jess that helps alot. That makes me feel so much better. I need lots of buddies :)
Body for Life Forum Message by RedJen (14 posts) at 10:38 PM
Christie--I started on April 18 with a baaaad cold. I just wanted to start this way of life so badly and I knew there would be colds in the future I would have to work through. So I did my best and wound up feeling really good about it! Just do the best you can and know that your not alone here!
Body for Life Forum Message by busy91 (281 posts) at 10:59 AM
So I got this def of BM.
Basal Metabolism
The rate of energy used for metabolism when the body is at complete rest; closely related to the muscle mass. Usually measured by the amount of oxygen consumed. Acknowledged by experts to be difficult to measure accurately
My question is...is it better to have a high % or a low %. On fitday.com it estimates your BM, I see the more activity I do the lower my percentage goes (I think), is that a good thing. I need some plan explanation.
Body for Life Forum Message by froglette (790 posts) at 03:51 PM
I don't know what % has to do with Basal Metabolism. Usually when you are given your BMR, it is in calories, not percentages.
Body for Life Forum Message by gardenimp (5 posts) at 08:19 PM
I wish I could post this question without my name.... I am in my first week of BFL and I have a problem. I seem to have ALOT more gas. I don't know what to do. I assume it is from my "new" diet but DAMMMMM. I can't stand to be by me sometimes.
Anyone else have this problem? What if anything can I do???
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:38 PM
TOTALLY Normal. No need to worry.
Added protein can cause this. Just keep a good amount of veggies in your plan and that usually helps.
IT does get better.
trust me, I was clearing rooms, mine used to be so bad.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 08:43 PM
I think we had a huge thread on our gas problems at one time....
Though, I am still not anywhere near as bad as my dog.
Body for Life Forum Message by WeCanDoIt (93 posts) at 08:44 PM
VEGGIES?! What? Veggies make mine worse!!
It's a good thing I work in an office by myself. Mine are BAD!!!! (My poor husband)
Body for Life Forum Message by gardenimp (5 posts) at 09:17 PM
Do you think something like Bean-O would help?
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 09:19 PM
LOL @ Tai-Kee ... I wouldn't want to be around your dog! OUF! :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by RedJen (14 posts) at 10:46 PM
My pug MacDuff is bad for that too!:) He teaches me that you can be stinky and loveable at the same time!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1335 posts) at 10:49 PM
OMG Tai I second that! LMAO! My dog can clear a room! And he is a tiny Italian Greyhound but daaang you could bottle that and use it as a secret weapon on a small country.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (1952 posts) at 08:08 AM
Teresa, if you still can't see them, use the menu across the top of your browser, and click Tools>Internet Options. About halfway down the page you'll see "delete cookies" and "delete files" and "settings". Before you delete your cookies, you should know that this will also remove any stored usernames/passwords you use, like if you have Tracker automatically log you in. It may help you instead to "delete files". Also, if you click "settings", make sure it is set to "check for newer versions of stored pages" every visit to the page.
Hope that helps! :)
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by personalizeabook (823 posts) at 08:23 AM
TNT I had the same problem too yesterday, I kept trying to reload and it wouldn't do anything for me...let us know if resetting your cookies worked! :-)
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by jstone (759 posts) at 12:19 PM
I've noticed that some profiles take quite a few seconds to pull-up. The common thread seems to be; is the profiles have ALOT of posts associated with the profile (like my own).
Is there anyway to only capture X number of weeks/months of post history on a person's profile page, thatmight speed up bringing the profle up ?
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 02:53 PM
Or maybe its also due to the size (in bytes) and the number of photos in the profile???
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1391 posts) at 02:56 PM
The photos don't load on the initial profile page - It's the posts - mine takes foreeeeeeever....
Body for Life Forum Message by Jay (57 posts) at 08:26 PM
What does the green dot under usernames in post message pages mean? Some folks have green, while others like myself doesnt. Just curious.
Thanks.
Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:35 PM
It means that someone has sent Karma your way. (You can send karma to people too.) You can add nice comments for them.
See the little Ying Yang sign in the right hand corner of every message? If you click on that, you can give a person Karma.
I think you only get to send so much karma every month. It's fun!
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:36 PM
hehe, I just gave you good karma!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (139 posts) at 08:36 PM
nooooo it means that person is online, lol about the karma.
corinne
Body for Life Forum Message by dani_parker (301 posts) at 08:41 PM
No, the BIG green dot on the bottom of each message means that you are online.
Jay was talking about the little green dot under your username to the left of each message.