Cracked up! HA! Get it??
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:35 AM
IPODS and MP's rock! Where would cardio be without them!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:31 AM
I HAVE TO HAVE MY GLOVES!!! It saves me from having mans hands, and I have the same problem as getnlean with my wrist so I have really cool ones that steady my wrists when I lift.
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:35 AM
AWESOME WORK!!!! Alice
Body for Life Forum Message by kimmypooh (17 posts) at 02:06 PM
You should be dancing around to Missy Elliot's "Work It" right about now...you look great!!
Body for Life Forum Message by florida twin momma (41 posts) at 02:16 PM
you look terrific..... i wont a mid section like yours.... you looked good before but great now... congrats all your hard work paid off and now you are motivating the rest of us... i wanna have a great wk 8 change like you
what were your exercises that you did?
val
Body for Life Forum Message by saint01 (25 posts) at 02:49 PM
you certainly are looking good...keep it going...remember, this is Body for LIFE!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:24 PM
Here brought it up to the top again
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 02:27 PM
I didn't like BFL women at all. I am like most of you, it couldn't hold my attention.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:29 PM
Wow I did not see all the comments ..... no it was not the cruise in the Caribbean Judy that distracted you. The book just does not captivate you like BFL did. I will always recommend the original BFL ... BFL by Bill Phillips Lights the fire under your ass and keeps it going. BFL W is well it's nice by the candle light ...
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (449 posts) at 02:42 PM
My honey just bought this for me as a gift, and I've only just gotten a few pages into it, but so far, I'm enjoying it. I'll reserve judgement until I know more.
Body for Life Forum Message by Knox (197 posts) at 02:44 PM
Thanks for all the comments. Each of you has reaffirmed my and my wife's take on the new book. Maybe this one will be more of a library book...I think I still have my receipt.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 01:23 AM
Oh my goodnes Fraigle- I have thought the exact same thing!!! The fat gets tired of getting jiggled so hard and it eventually gets tired and goes away......Buh BYE!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:40 AM
LOL! have yet to not feel the butty do the jig when I jog or run! or the boobs for that matter!
Funnyness!
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:28 AM
Fraigle29- I think the same thing!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 08:59 AM
I feel as though I am stuck with these stupid things (love handles) I used to weigh 220lbs and had them and now weigh almost 80lbs less and they have barely shrunk!! I guess I'll just keep plugging away, I like the idea about the jiggly not liking to jiggle and sooner or later falling off:)!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 09:45 AM
anavywife, you look really good for weighing 220 at one time. You do not look as though you have loose skin hanging. You will have a great transformation with your build. Good Luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by CharlieOhio (57 posts) at 10:09 AM
anavywife, you look great. I say this sincerely. Your handles are enhanced visually by your bikini... Any elastic band positioned in that location are going to cause the effect. I have the same thing when I have tension on an elastic band on shorts... If I roll the waistband down a turn or two it looks soo much better.
You transformation is ongoing. In the meantime you might experiment with clothing that suites your tastes. A different design could change your look dramatically (not that your look isn't great right now)..
But again, I think those handles actually look nice!!
Sincerely,
Charlie
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:25 AM
Awesome! Way to go!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:27 AM
Never stopping works best for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:33 AM
Very normal and rock on!!! Let me warn you .....losing the junk food craving eventually leads to you wanting only 1 cheat meal a week... OH MY!!! lol, Alice :)
Body for Life Forum Message by saint01 (25 posts) at 02:46 PM
creatine seems to have a different response in different people. One of my old lifitng partners experienced horrific migrain headaches while taking it.
Having said that, I agree with Jeremy that creatine itself is probably not the culprit here. I would agree that it is the other ingredients.
Body for Life Forum Message by saint01 (25 posts) at 02:44 PM
Here is my opinion, and keep in mind that it is my opinion.
NO2...I have taken Legal Gear's Cold Fusion twice, and have had great results with it. Here is the shortened version of my log...
(1) First time...took twice per day, in the morning and 30 min prior to workout. Bench went from 315 - 6 reps, to 365 - 6 reps, in about 3 weeks. Squats went from 500 lbs to 590 lbs. Was much more vascular during workouts, but not much difference during non-workout hours. I did have more energy during my workouts though. Overall, was very satisfied with the product.
(2) Second time, only took dosage 30 minutes prior to workout. Saw incline bench go from 120 dumbbells to 130 dumbbells, in 4 - 5 weeks. Noticed that pump in the gym as good, and energy was up, but didn't seem to be as drastic as before. Overall, energy was up a little and the weight being lifted was up a little, but no where near the results that were seen before.
Diet during both phases was the same. On a 6 - 7 meal rotational schedule with only 3-4 carbs per day.
I can't speak to any of the other products other than Syntrax's Nitrous. I am only in my second week of that, but overall not nearly as happy as with Legal Gears' Cold Fusion.
I personally saw strength increases, but apparently this is not the standard. Other than creatine and ephedrine, NO2 is the only other supplment (take that back, Legal Gear Cold Fusion is the only other supplement) that I would recommend (Ephedrine is even kind of shady). If you want a link to one study, take a look at this one...
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/south28.htm
just my thoughts and my abreviated log.
Body for Life Forum Message by Browneyesx2 (3 posts) at 07:51 AM
Thank you this answers my question. I am in week two of my challage and no movement, so I wanted to try some supplements to see if they give me a little boost. Thanks again.
Body for Life Forum Message by NaturalPhysiques (107 posts) at 10:23 AM
You're very welcome! Unfortunately, I have yet to find any supplement that can fix something that is broken. They serve like the icing on the cake, but don't allow people to lose fat when they aren't already ... it may enhance existing fat loss.
If there is no movement, the key is your exercise and nutrition and mindset. Supplements won't fix it (in some cases, people get a psychological boost - they "believe" a supplement will work, and therefore allow themselves to start losing fat, but in the end, its mindset, exercise, and nutrition).
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Savyart (148 posts) at 02:27 PM
Jeremy, that was really helpful about the tonalin. Thanks! (luckily I have a cheap tonalin one...lol ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 11:20 PM
it is my understanding that unless it has the symbol than it is not in its purist form and therefore will not help you much. it is the same theory as vitamins. if you take a vitamin with a lot of fillers but are cheaper than you really don't get your monies worth plus your putting stuff in your body that you don't really want. i read a detailed study about cla several years ago before i ever thought about losing weight and they were clear about the studies that have been done. and no it was not conducted by eas. i will try to locate the article and give the correct reference.
Body for Life Forum Message by CHRISTREIGNS77 (44 posts) at 10:51 AM
Are you kidding Doug, and both Jeremy's as well LOL if he gets the results you guys got, whew! thanks for the advice, I will let him know that what he's got is just fine, he is an all or nothing type guy so I won't be surprised if he gives 110% and gets the results he wants!
ps doug he is 22, not younger than you, you're 22 also right? ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Browneyesx2 (3 posts) at 07:52 AM
I don't see how they coult hurt. I use them when I realy want a soda.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (508 posts) at 08:04 AM
The Crystal Lite single packets are the only way I can get my husband to drink water.
I think if it helps you get it done, no harm done!
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by intenseworkout (8 posts) at 08:34 AM
That's just about all I drink during the day... I can't stand drinking water all the time, so I usually use the Crystal Light packets... Seems to be working alright for me!
Body for Life Forum Message by *KriStiNe* (67 posts) at 03:39 PM
I was wondering which products people have been using. I want to start using these products, but i'm not sure how effective they are for this challenge. Is it best to replace two meals a day with these products or one or three?? Please help me!! I am planning to go strict with this program since summer has started and I want to do it right this time. I am considering entering the contest and it says you have to use one of these. Please help me!! Thanx
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (76 posts) at 03:41 PM
In my opinion EAS Myoplex products are far better than those two. Check online stores like amazon.com for the best prices.
Body for Life Forum Message by BWhipp (1 posts) at 04:01 PM
Also check ebay for some really good deals.
Body for Life Forum Message by reneakleinisakson (141 posts) at 04:03 PM
The only problem with EAS Myolplex is that they aren't balanced. They are ok for now and then, but I wouldn't count on them as a regular meal source. That is just my opinion and I know a lot of people use them regularly, but I prefer to eat whole food. I have found that Detour makes some bars that are more balanced, but a littel higher in sugar. They taste exactly like a candy bar though. So I guess that's something to consider.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (76 posts) at 04:26 PM
Exactly what is not balanced with myoplex?
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 11:12 PM
my first choice would be eas then bfl. forget about the advantage. i hear it is just like drinking slim fast which really isn't all that good for you. and for me i get filled up on the myoplex lite shakes better than a solid meal as many refer to cooked foods. maybe it's just my imagination.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (76 posts) at 03:49 PM
Hello everyone. This is about everyone's favorite topic...creatine. Im really sorry if this has been asked before but I did a search on it and couldnt find what I wanted to know.
Basically, I see websites saying to take it before workout and then i see some saying to take it after workout. It seems that taking it after my workout would be more helpful but it would be much easier for me to take it before I left for the gym in the morning. I head to work after the gym and I dont really want to look "strange" dosing white powder in my grape juice. lol
So, now to my main question...does it really matter when you take it?
Thanks,Chuck
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (271 posts) at 05:14 PM
I really does matter, There is creatine for pre-work outs and for post work outs. I am no expert on the subject but I do know there is a difference. It is also best taken on an empty stomach. What type of creatine are you wanting to take.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (76 posts) at 05:20 PM
Thanks Chris. I was under the impression that there is only one type of creatine...creatine monohydrate and all the the other liquid forms are bogus. Is this what you were wanting to know?
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (128 posts) at 04:22 PM
at Sams Club, chocolate and vanilla.
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 11:09 PM
i had to take a double look. at first i thought it said 61 lbs for 19.99. i was getting dressed and racing to Sams but then relaized it said 6 lbs. although that is still a great price. just not good enough to get out of my pj's and head straight to sams.
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (578 posts) at 02:28 PM
I make my own on the grill...yummy, Of course no skin or dark meat
Body for Life Forum Message by strongby35 (426 posts) at 09:18 AM
When I'm really hungry like that I try to eat things that feel more filling. So I'll have oatmeal and two soy breakfast sausages, instead of oatmeal mixed with protein powder. It feels like more food that way. Or I'll have an apple and cottage cheese instead of yogurt and cottage cheese. The apple stays with me longer than the yogurt. I always try to have a big salad with my lunch. That helps fill me up too.
It's tough being hungry. Especially when you are making food for kids all day! I know how you feel. Hang in there!
-Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 10:48 AM
I see you have 4oz cheese listed with your chicken -- is that right? That seems like an awful lot of cheese, even as the main source of protein for a midmeal, and you've got it listed in a meal that already includes protein!
Also, the peanut butter, banana, bread and milk meal is very carb heavy. Peanut butter is generally considered a fat, not a good protein source most of the time because of its fat content. In fact, I read a note from someone who works at Bill Phillips' publishing company who says that with peanut butter you should add a protein and a carb to the meal to keep it balanced. As for the rest of the meal, both the banana and the bread count as a carb, and the milk is half a carb and half a protein.
Break down your meals like this: Every meal, including midmeals and your last meal of the day, needs to have a palm-sized portion of lean protein, a fist-sized portion of carbs (fruit or whole grains), and have a double handful of veggies at least 2 meals each day.
Body for Life Forum Message by babysierra (4 posts) at 12:09 PM
WOW! I am totally doing this wrong. I read on the back of the package that 1/4 cup of cheese. (Sorry I put 4 oz.) Well, does the Eating For LIfe book explain to me what a carb is? And I have natural peanut butter and I drain out all the fat. I really need to get that book ( I ordered it online). And it's really hard to understand everything all at once. I knew I was doing something wrong. Does anyone know where I can get some example meals planned or know where there are meals planned. I might just need something like that.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hoping for a lot (107 posts) at 12:23 PM
It can get overwhelming if you let it. Just take it meal by meal. I remember my first week. I thought I was going to cry from all the decisions. Once you figure out what is a carb, protein and fat you'll be on your way. The book should explain it all. This is what I had yesterday:
#1 - 5 egg whites, 1 slice toast with surgarless jam, half a cup milk.
#2 - Apple, 2 string cheeses.
#3 - Turkey sandwich on ww bread, lettuce, mustard and a slice of cheese.
#4 - 2 oz sliced turkey, grapes.
#5 - Chicken breast, rice, veggie.
#6 - Soy nuts (a little high in fat, but even carbs and proteins).
Good luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (385 posts) at 12:30 PM
Go to bodyforlife.com
The food and nutrition area has the plan spelled out, authorized foods and if they are protein, carb, or "good" fats. They give a sample meal plan which is an OK start. Don't fret the missunderstanding - you'll get it!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 12:45 PM
Be careful with the meal stuff at bodyforlife.com, because it's not quite right. There are some sample meals from the book at http://eatingforlife.com/recipes/ that should give you a pretty good idea, and then once you have the book, it explains everything really well.
And like the others said, don't worry, you WILL get it!
Body for Life Forum Message by babysierra (4 posts) at 03:53 PM
Thank you so much! My father sent me a couple of files that explains A-F foods. A being the best and F being the worst, of course. I try planning out my meals the day before and yesterday was so messed up. Today is just a little better. I am glad that everyone is here to help me through my first few weeks. I hear they are the hardest.
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 09:07 AM
Is there such a thing? I thought I once saw a post about it and thought I might try it if it exists...if anyone has a recipe for it I would really like to have it.
Thanks,Crystal
Body for Life Forum Message by Fraigle29 (6 posts) at 12:35 PM
go to bodyforlife.com and search the recipies for banana bread. I found a recipe there, but have not had the chance to try it.
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (2 posts) at 12:43 PM
OMG!! I have the best recipe.........I eat it all the time and even my kids LOVE it!!
3TBS Plain protein powder but I use vanilla
1/2c whole wheat flour
1Tsp baking powder
1/8tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp cinnamon
Combine all dry ingredients.
In another bowl combine..
1 medium banana, mashed
1 egg white
1/4c unsweetened applesauce
Mixx all ingredients together. Stir until moist.
Divide into 2 mini loaf pans and bake at 350 for 20 min.
OR put all batter into one mini loaf pan and bake at 250 for 25 min.
OR use reg. muffin pan to make 4 muffins. Bake at 350 for 15 min.
This recipe make 2 servings. YUMMY!!
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 01:11 PM
thank you, I am definitely going to try it tonight!
Body for Life Forum Message by ggrace (43 posts) at 09:00 PM
did you mean 350 for 25 or 250 for 25? I am assuming 350 and we are gonna give this a go!
Body for Life Forum Message by ggrace (43 posts) at 11:25 PM
I tried this and it was good! I found it a bit spongy? not sure if i did something wrong? but I did really enjoy it. Thanks for the great recipe!
Body for Life Forum Message by Somerville444 (2 posts) at 12:55 PM
Is sparkling mineral water just as good as regular water in terms of benefits? The sparkling stuff I am drinking is Gerolsteiner, a naturally carbonated mineral water from the source in Germany. No carbonation is artificially added; there is no sugar or anything else added either. There is a little bit of naturally occurring sodium in the water -- I believe 30 mgs per serving (though I don't have the bottle in front of me.)
I am only on Day 3 of my challenge. So far I drink regular water most of the day at work (at least 1 liter) but at home I find I am more likely to drink water if it is the naturally carbonated mineral stuff.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:20 PM
Just a guess, but I think it's fine.
Body for Life Forum Message by Margroovy (80 posts) at 01:53 PM
I'm not aware of any naturally occuring 'sparkling/carbonated' water. But neither have I researched it's actual existence so I can't speak to the validity of the products claims. I would be leery of such a claim and would research it myself if I were considering drinking it. All that being said, carbonation is a no no for people who are working out in either cardiovasular and/or strength training. It inhibits oxygen transport to the muscles, which is totally contrary to what we are trying to achieve with BFL.
I dated a swimmer when I was in college and the University swim coach made all the members of the swim team sign a contract that they would not drink ANY carbonated beverages during the season.
Apparently he thought it harmful enough to insist that all his swimmers avoid it all together.
I suggest doing an internet search on the product and see what you come up with. It would be a shame to work so hard in the gym only to be getting partial benefit because of a carbonated beverage.
Body for Life Forum Message by CharlieOhio (57 posts) at 01:55 PM
At work I spike my wather with lemon juice (from concentrate) in my water. That gives it flavor and it is healthy...
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 02:00 PM
Margroovy, that's really interesting information! I had no idea we needed to avoid carbonation. Bill Phillips does say a soda a day is ok if you follow it up with an equal amount of water over and above your usual water, so I would think the one would be ok, but that's a personal call.
Body for Life Forum Message by Somerville444 (2 posts) at 03:22 PM
Thanks for your replies. I did a quick google search and see some conflicting information. But I see enough that suggest that there are some downsides to carbonation (and I am not sure whether they are talking about natural carbonation or man-made). The downsides appear to be bloating, disturbance of digestive tract and even depletion of calcium from the bones.
There *is* such a thing as natural carbonation. Here is a quote : "Natural sparkling water" is spring water that contains natural carbon dioxide, but tonic, seltzer and soda water are not classified as bottled water at all since their carbonated fizz is manmade, not natural."
but just because it is natural doesn't mean it's necessarily good for you, I guess.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 01:28 PM
OMGAWD! I am looking at all of this stuff just randomly! Thought I had to share ..... here is the link .....
http://www.nutritiondata.com
So far my fave. is Culver's Concrete Turtle Malt I think I had a heart attack reading it! I don't know why but I wanted to check this stuff out LOL! Enjoy going HOLLY S#!% as you skim over them. Interesting? And we wonder why America is having such weight issues esp. with our children. What in the heck is on every street corner! I mean I aint gonna lie I like a little Mc D's every once in awhile and so does my kid .... every once in awhile ..... but dang .... can you imagine people who just don't know. Which is pretty much a lot of people. Those things should come out with Nutritional information on the cups and wrappers ... dang just plain scary! Ok I am removing my soap box. Enjoy Teresa's great discovery of the day LMAO I am sure some of you already know about this link.
Teresa ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (128 posts) at 01:30 PM
I have been to this site several times. Want to make yourself sick? Remember the last time you pigged out at a fast food joint, then look up what was in that crap. Have you watched the movie SuperSize Me?
Body for Life Forum Message by biffler (49 posts) at 02:14 PM
Not surprised that Cheesecake Factory isn't on the list! We asked a server once if they published nutritional info and even checked the website - they refuse to publish it! There must be a reason :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:18 PM
Hahahahaha OMGAWD I love the Cheesecake factory but dang one dish is like 5 meals! OMGAWD I love there avocado egg rolls gee I bet they are a bazillion calories with most of them being fat LMAO. That is a def. treat place. Every once in a blue moon freeday place!
HMMMmmmm can we tell I have been having evil PMS cravings ..... looking up all this info to detour myself .... ROFLMAO!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (578 posts) at 02:03 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (578 posts) at 02:06 PM
Oh I guess you would like to know the recipe...DUH
Okay, I was making mac n cheese for the kids (my fave) anyway....
1 cup mixed vegies, I used broccoli and cauliflower
1/2 cup lowfat cottage cheese
1 slice fat free cheddar cheese
cook the vegies then add the cheeses and nuke for a few seconds mix it all up add black pepper to taste
SO good and SO healthy... add your favorite carb and you're all set.
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 06:48 PM
Oh Thank you! I'll be trying this one out for sure!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by ggrace (43 posts) at 08:36 PM
I found this atkins low carb bake mix. Here's the ingredients and content info. They boast you can use it instead of flour to make bread and muffins but I am not convinced and would love opinions. here's the deal
Serving size 1/4 cup
cal 90
total fat 0.5g
sodium 210 mg
carb 8g
fibre 5g
sugar 0
protein 13 g
Ingredients wheat gluten, corn starch, leavening, casein, protein, whey protein, salt
Muffin instructions
2 cups atkins bake mix
1 tbsp baking powder
5 packets splenda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup club soda
2 eggs
1 tbsp canola oil
2 tspn vanilla
yeild is 6 muffins
Any thoughts? It say net carbs is 26 grams but it also says net atkins count is 3g. (i don't follow atkins so I don't know what that means!)
Any thoughts? Safe to use to make muffins? Do they have enough protein in them too? I am not convinced so I thought I'd throw it out there for some help.
Thanks!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (63 posts) at 08:52 PM
When I was on Atkins I did make some muffins, I don't know if I made them from an Atkins box mix or from this Bake Mix. I did have the Bake Mix in my pantry until recently. Anyway, I didn't like the muffins I made. Low carb bread just taste funky to me, hard to describe. I wouldn't make them now, no matter how desperate I was for a muffin. I would save it for my free meal/day and have the real thing. I think you could probably find a better recipe or adjust an exisisting one by using wheat, buckwheat, oatmeal or soy flour.
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (63 posts) at 08:41 PM
I made this tonight for dinner and I had to throw it out (gave the meat to the dog). I never throw out food, I usually try to suck it up, but this did not come out right!! I think the recipe is off, too much chicken broth, not enough stuffing mix? I don't know, but it was a mushy mess and the cranberries turned everything purple. Has anyone else tried this recipe with success? Luckily I had stuff on hand for the turkey burgers and made those, which came out good. Although the meat mix was very loose, I didn't know if it would meld together to make a patty or if it would just fall apart on the grill. It came out okay though, but next time I will use a little less egg subsitute.
It's been a long time since I've made an inedible meal, maybe my cooking karma wasn't with me today.
Body for Life Forum Message by t_rose (216 posts) at 09:46 PM
Hmm, I was going to try this recipe this week, I'll let you know how mine comes out!
Tricia
Body for Life Forum Message by fitmaggie (35 posts) at 10:51 PM
Frankly, I haven't been too thrilled with some of the recipes in this book. This was one of them.
Body for Life Forum Message by Fraigle29 (6 posts) at 01:01 PM
so, feeling like you're going to puke is a good thing? I must be doing something right then.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 01:12 PM
I think I burn twice as many calories on the elliptical trainer than I did on the treadmill. I love the treadmill, but for some reason my 10's didn't feel as good as they do on the elliptical.
Body for Life Forum Message by armywife (1 posts) at 08:41 PM
I also just change the level manually. And as i build up endurance I notice that the levels need to be set higher and higher. You can hit your 10's using the elliptical for sure!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 09:13 PM
I do the resistance level starting at 6 ending at 12 for my HIIT min and I do ramp starting at 5 and ending at 10. sometimes I up my resistance to 15 at times if it felt easy. I LOVED THE ELLIPTICAL esp. when my knees start to bother me from running so much.
Body for Life Forum Message by betterbodyby40 (2 posts) at 11:54 AM
I only moved up to 30lb last week and I was trembling bearly able to finish the last two reps in the set. some of you must have some amazing legs I thought I was doing something by getting it to 30lbs..I envy you all but that just gives me motivation to up my own when I can ..great ladies
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:34 AM
lol good answer Ann! I like it!
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 03:03 AM
I agree with cheller. I weigh a lot for my size. I used to weigh 135 - 140 lbs. and wear a size 4. I have very muscular legs (and a big brain...lol). Don't worry about scale weight. As stated several times on this site, scales are for fish!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 10:41 AM
This morning I did 1-legged lunges for the second time ever (the kind with your back foot on a bench behind you) and they are SO HARD! I kept losing my balance and having to stop and reset myself, lol. I was trying to squeeze my butt and abs as hard as I could, thinking that would help with my balance, but then I was also trying to focus on my knee not going over my toe, and pushing back up through my heel, and then I'd just start to tip over. ROFL! Has anybody actually gotten good at these things?
Body for Life Forum Message by Hoping for a lot (107 posts) at 10:43 AM
I started doing these a few weeks ago and you feel it the next day. It took me a while to keep my balance, but I did eventually get better, but I still have to concentrate on it. Hopefully it will get better for you. LOL!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jmskelton (222 posts) at 10:45 AM
No, I've not improved too much on those, but I've been doing one legged leg press - that's another OMG. What a difference it makes.
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 11:04 AM
OMG, OMG, OMG!!!!
I'll be doing these tomorrow for the first time in a long while. I really don't like these lunges but know they're essential if I want good legs.
I always get cramp in the foot that's resting on the bench when I do these.
OMG, I'm starting to ache just thinking about them!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 11:05 AM
I think Tai Kee is the expert in this field.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 12:48 PM
I'll admit it...I am closet lunge LOVER! I've been doing the one-legged ones for 4 weeks now and my butt has hurt every day for 4 weeks!! I do them for my main exercise and then do deadlift with 70 lbs(soon to be 80) and lemme tell ya, BOOTY BURN!! I have to change it up after this week and I'm a litle sad about it, boo hoo. Before that I was doing the walking ones and they were killer, too. Love em, Love em. I have pretty good balance and coordintaion(thanks, 8 years of ballet!) and Its still tough on those last ones to keep everything in line. OOOOOOOWEEEEE!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 12:56 PM
I use the smith machine when I do them - the bar helps with the balance.
Otherwise I'd be falling on my head trying to balance on one foot, on the bench AND hold weights LMAO.
Body for Life Forum Message by FinallyReady (28 posts) at 01:06 PM
I tried these this morning too but had to give it up pretty quickly as I kept almost falling. Felt like a dork.
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 01:09 PM
ok Guys I must have good balance! I have no trouble with them. I've never done anything to get balance.... I wonder.,,, is it in the genes?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:19 PM
I wish I had a smith machine to do them! But I work out at home, so it's just me, the bench, and my obviously poor balance! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by florida twin momma (41 posts) at 01:24 PM
okay here is probably the stupidest question of the day...... what bench? a step bench? a workout bench? what about squats can you do those one legged on bench or just with your other leg bent ?
val
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:28 PM
It's not a stupid question. :)
It's a workout bench, with your back foot on the bench (the top of your foot is against the bench). Squats, I'm not sure I'd do those with my foot that high, but definitely on a step!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 01:30 PM
I actually found them practically TOO hard to do...!? I wonder if I was doing them wrong. I could barely do 5 without feeling so awkward and uncomfortable...hmm, maybe I should give them another go. Good question Val.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 01:32 PM
Wohoooo great work out girlie! Those def. are a work out and 1/2. Another good one that I discovered a week ago and it is the new object of my loathing and hate are these ones you do on a smith machine and you bring your leg back and as you come up you bring that leg up to your knee and that leg is not allowed to touch the floor on it's way back down. OMGawd thought I was gonna die on that one. I think any type of lunge is hell ..... but it gives you one hell of a booty!
BTW I saw your new pic.s you look great!!! Man it is just melting off of you!!! Love the new suit too! You look great girl!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:40 PM
Awww. thanks T. :) I'm actually kinda bummed about those. That's why I didn't make an "announcement" LOL!
It hurts me to even try to picture what you are talking about with that lunge!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:19 AM
oh boy
1 cup of ice cream was my freeday!
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:46 AM
great post
Body for Life Forum Message by khubbard (167 posts) at 08:10 AM
Hit the nail on the head Steffie!!!! Good Post.
Body for Life Forum Message by ColdHeat (1 posts) at 09:46 AM
After reading this post I had to take my bottle of water and go to the bathroom and cry. I am on the 4th week of my first cchallenge and so far the results have been amazing. If you look into my cubicle, there is my training journal, cooler and bootle of water. I am in the military and have to be at work at 6:30 in the morning, so I have to wake up at 3:00 and drive almost 1 hour to do my workout and still make it on time by 6:30. I get the crazy looks at the gym of "OMG what is he doing? He is going to get hurt". But everytime I hit my "10" and think that I have no more juice to complete another rep and my muscles are burning like crazy, I visualize myself on a stage with a bunch of people taking pictures and cheering for me when I get the grand prize. I told my wife that I was not going to try it. I am going to win and will do whatever is under my control to achieve it. So far I have endured a lot of pressure from my co-workers to go out and have lunch. They already had given up, because they know I am committed to finish this and finish amongst the first. It has been a lot of pain already, but I have my wife's support all the way. I know that makes a lot of difference.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 10:04 AM
I am glad you posted that again for people who did not see it the other day. When I first read that it really hit hard, I made a copy of it when it was posted the other day to keep with me. Take care.
Body for Life Forum Message by Slacker in Hawaii (26 posts) at 01:24 AM
I am glad to hear that your mother is out of the hospital. May she have a speedy recovery at home.
Body for Life Forum Message by MisterE (94 posts) at 12:43 PM
lmao a thong????? warning viewer discression is strongly advised....hey I could start a new career as an appetite suppressant a look at me in a thong and you loose your appetite!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 12:45 PM
Let us be the judge of that
He he he :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 12:47 PM
MisterE, the thick luxurious hair doesn't move to the a$$ from the back. It moves into the ears and nose. And RONCO actually does sell special "mowers" for that LOL!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 05:48 PM
ROFLMAO!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 06:17 PM
LMAO you all!! MisterE...aaaaaaw c'mon!!! be a tough guy.. nothin that a little WAXING wouldn't fix!! ...
LOL!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 08:26 PM
Funny!
I tell people that I don't have a lack of hair - just an abundance of scalp!!!
And I actually, my problem is not too little hair - it's more of a distribution issue!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (17 posts) at 10:20 AM
Thank you for this thread! I have been curious if BFL has helped people with depression to the point that meds are not necessary.
I finally came to the realization 2 or 3 months ago that I am most likely suffering from a mild form of depression and if it wasn't for BFL, 2005 would be off to a really crappy start.
I really dislike my job and coworkers (negative work environment and I'm not being challenged in ways that I enjoy), my partners voted my out of the consulting firm that we started on the side and didn't inform me about it until a week after the fact, I still haven't passed a licening exam that I need to further my career (so I'm stuck in my current job) and last week I found out I didn't get a job I applied for that would have been taking a demotion (for a better work environment and challenges) and I was told if I had my license, they could have justified giving it to me over the guy who go the job (apparently it was between me and this other guy).
My wife thinks I need to go see my doctor and get on Wellbutrin to help my pass my test in October.
If it wasn't for BFL, I really think I would be in a really deep depression right now.
Because of the positive changes BFL has made in me, I know its going to be ok and I can focus on the things that are going right in my life. My family, friends and improving fitness. I also realize that there are many, many people out there who are much worse off than I am and who have problems that make mine seem trivial.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 10:32 AM
Sloth I feel for you. I am in nursing school full time and trying to raise 2 little girls. I had to end up getting on some meds, because I could not quit having anxiety attacks last semester. I am bad about letting stuff build up inside of me and then when its too much I explode.
I am off for the summer and I am getting back control of my health before next semester starts. I am off of the medicine because all it did was make me want to sleep. Working out has always been my way of dealing with stress and while I was in school I really did not have much time for it. The school makes our schedule, we do not. It's not like other college classes you take. Then you have clinicals and all of the paperwork on top of test and studying. I'm surprised we don't have students having nervous breakdowns.
Anyway, good luck and let BFL be your new medicine. If you find it is not working then I would go to my doctor for wellbutrin, and I hope you did not stop taking the medicine suddenly. Best of luck to you now that we were both able to vent a little. Take care.
Body for Life Forum Message by dwellinpossiblity (5 posts) at 10:40 AM
mail4tammy said:
depression and fatigue. I have not posted in a while now. For the past 6 weeks or so I have been trying to get off of my medication: Lexapro 10mg. And even though it help my mood and fatigue, I can never reach my weight loss goals. Anyone that knows anything about SSRIs can add unwanted lbs, no mater what you do. I have dieted and exercised, drank my water and the fat will not come off. Regardless, i do not want to depend on meds for the rest of my life either for this.
The thing is I have been tappering slowly of the SSRI and having my fatigue problems return. Around July of last year, i went to the Dr. to try to figure out what in the hell was wrong with me....tired...tired....tired. They did numerous test, but nothing as ususal . The only thing they can think of is that the fatigue is due to depression. But i do not feel depressed, well maybe a little down, but that is due to the way i am feeling about this fatigue. My questions are this. Has anyone expierenced anything like this and had success eating and exercising for energy on the BFL instead of taking drugs. Thank you. and i do plan on starting the Challenge over soon.
Body for Life Forum Message by Cloudyday (1 posts) at 11:26 AM
I just joined body for life today to overcome depression. I'm doing this instead of doing the big "S". I dont take meds because they just mask the problem they dont cure it. The only way is to eat right, excercise, and change the way you talk to yourself. I really would rather just check out than keep trying but I always say I'll wait a day before I make a decision like that and it's always the next day that I've changed my mind.
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (17 posts) at 03:44 PM
I had started to take Wellbutrin back in July 2003 but my wife got sick (she was 37 weeks pregnant) and had to have labor induced, our son wound up in NICU for 7 days and I forgot to keep taking it. I never followed up with my doctor to try it again.
jbuffetfan, I know how hard nursing school can be. My wife graduated back in 2001 after supporting me while I got my engineering degree. I can truly say that she had to work a lot harder her BSN I did for my degree. Keep at it and you'll get there!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 03:49 PM
try a nutritionalist for food that you should be eating and then get info on herbs that you should be taking, like Holly and Rescue remedy! they work and fast!
Body for Life Forum Message by Fraigle29 (6 posts) at 04:04 PM
I was on the same medication and had a very hard time loosing weight (but I felt really ok all the time). Now that I am off the medication, I do have to work at loosing weight, and I'm fighting depression all the time. I think for me, it will always be a battle, but one that can be overcome. I think BFL is helping me learn to listen to my body, "am I really tired, or is this a down time and I'm really reacting to that?" I have found that if I move to doing something that I enjoy, suddenly I have plenty of energy to keep going.
Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (271 posts) at 08:12 AM
Hey Rod, as long as you are pooped after your SHIIT thats all that matters. Giving it all you have. I got to 3.15 one time and have not been able to get there again. All I know is that I have been busting my hump and that is all that matters. The hard work will pay off. Even if I don't see 3.25 miles before the "youngster" Braxton. I will keep hittin' my 10's. Good Job, I think anything close to 3 miles is awsome. I have been running out of steam around 17 minutes, I will reduce speed for 30 sec to 1 min or until I recover then I try to kick up until I am spent. If I look like I just went swimming after my HIIT I am happy!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 02:57 AM
I just looked up the Fake Bake stuff and it looks pretty good. I will have to try it. Thanks. I have been using Coppertone's Endless Summer Gradual Tan moisturizer. I like it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ann (320 posts) at 02:46 AM
I did C1 by the book. I now do 1UB, 1LB, and 1 Whole Body Toning Lift per week. 3 x HIIT and one 60 min fat burn cardio.
I think by the book works. I just like to mix things up to keep my body guessing. Besides I've only got a few lbs. to drop and feel like extra cardio is what it will take.
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 02:55 AM
I am a "structure" kind of girl...did it by the book.
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:42 AM
I did Challenge 1 and 2 by the book. Now that I am in C3 I am mixing it up for a change, And on my C4, my BFL one year anniversary, I will go by the book again! Alice
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 01:56 PM
I see that she is online so I wanted her to see this!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:10 PM
What an EXCELLENT photo! I hope you frame that and put it somewhere everyday to remind yourself what a absolutely amazing accomplishment that is.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 02:18 PM
Great job, Margroovy! You look positively victorious!
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 03:44 PM
you go GA girl!!! Wow I'm so proud of ya. What a victory!
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 02:09 AM
You are SO silly!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:21 AM
nope! i'm very silly! lol
OK so do you think I can make it?! I ate 1 cup of ice cream today! I counted it as freeday...
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 02:53 AM
Butt (lol), of course!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:56 AM
HAHA! NOw do you guys know why I love you?! I think you all are so sweet! grrrrrr ok! I hope to kick major butt today!
Corinne
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:40 AM
SIZE 6 FALLING OFFF!!!! WHOO WHOOOOO!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 11:22 AM
This is my thread!!!!! HARHAR:) Ok what do you think about me doing 30 min cardio?
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (533 posts) at 12:28 PM
I know lots of people that are not overweight but still have high body fat percentages and/or just simply are out of shape. Good point Jim! Thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 12:30 PM
That before picture isn't you! That's some lil kid right??? :)
You are such ain inspiration with your hard work! You honestly do NOT even resemble that person you were before.
You should be proud!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 12:41 PM
Holy Pete! I can't believe with all that muscle and being over 6 feet you're only a few pounds heavier than I am. It boggles the mind.
Body for Life Forum Message by FiQuE (1 posts) at 01:13 PM
oh my gawd, unbelievable! what an inspiration!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 06:23 AM
Mybodycomp is not callibrated to deal with a muscular female physique. If you have big muscular legs it gets factored in like fat, because that's where a lot of women carry fat.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ann (320 posts) at 06:37 AM
Wow, Muscle Mommy...how do you know that?
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 06:52 AM
Well. . . I don't know it. This is an assumption. What I do know is that it is based on a particular standard of body proportions, and people who deviate from those proportions are not accurately represented. If you are unevenly muscled and particularly muscular in places where fat usually accumulates it will give you an apparent higher body fat percentage
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:26 AM
ok did i miss something? like where did you go! :( I would have missed you if I knew! smile
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 03:30 AM
Good to have you back Karenna!!
Now - get working on those goals
**GIVE IT YOUR ALL!!
**TAKE PROGESS PHOTOS EVERY WEEK!!!
** LOSE THAT 12LBS OF FAT!!!
**RUN 2 MILES IN 18 minutes!!!
You go girl
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:38 AM
HI cheetara, good for you, and go kick some butt in the gym!!!!! Alice
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (349 posts) at 12:11 AM
Alright, see what happens when you work for a company that is too cheap for internet services...sigh...I wanna be in...c'mon girl, I got junk in my trunk for daysssssssssssss...thats it, I'm gonna pm ya and beg...there is just no shame in my game...lol
hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:28 AM
No worries Christie,, you have done so much for me, I will let you play with us! Starting this weekend I will shoot out an exercise of the week and I want you to try it,,,, just something to keep you accountable! We are going to have fun! Welcome aboard! ok that makes 12! thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:53 AM
Lala, YOU TOO? PM Me please if you haven't already with your measurements and BF%, I want to make sure I have the measurements for this and not just our Hammer Time! :)-
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 01:10 AM
ok and my BF% is 17.2% ! yay
Today is freeday! arg I hate the feeling!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 01:17 AM
Booty babe, my BF is 25.1, just for the new record. I can't remember if I put that in my PM
I don't think your ready for this jelly........
Body for Life Forum Message by Slacker in Hawaii (26 posts) at 01:40 AM
Thanks to you Booty, I have had that song stuck in my head since reading this thread. Just when I think it is unstuck I'm like, "I like big butts & I can not lie". LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 01:47 AM
"thats why there called the buns hun!" lol
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 02:13 AM
Chubby's got a big ole butt, OH YEAH!
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:50 AM
Hey girl i am on the train... my hubby sings that to me all the time I am in Alice
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:51 AM
Cheetara, you bought a thong... good for you!!!! hang it on your fring, I have bben know to do wierder things!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:51 AM
make that fridge!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 06:07 AM
I asked hubby about my butt. I asked if he thought it was a big butt. If he thought it was a booty. He told me it's a white girl butt. A pointy white girl butt. Well, it's not big, but it IS solid. Less of a brick sh** house and more like a brick porta potty.
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (198 posts) at 06:46 AM
M-M you are toooo funny!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 06:55 AM
LOL MM!!!
Big butt or not - you gotta join in!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 07:43 AM
And by the way, AREN'T THERE ANY MEN OUT THERE WILLING TO SHOW IT IN A THONG?!!!! :0)
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 07:51 AM
Yeah - I'd like that :)
Body for Life Forum Message by MisterE (94 posts) at 07:59 AM
On behalf of all the men out there I would just like to say.........um.............uhh..........nevermind
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 08:00 AM
LOL MisterE
Body for Life Forum Message by Fraigle29 (6 posts) at 12:10 PM
Hey, Do you have room for one more? I just found the site yesterday, so my pics/measurements aren't done, but I definately qualify in the booty area. I need BFL to help me make some definition in the booty area, right now it looks like it slid down my legs and got stuck at my knees.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:12 PM
I Can't believe that this thread has lived thru 2 days! LMAO! You guys are just too funny,,, and if a guy wears a thong,"BRING IT ON",, but I don't think they could make it past the pain of WAXING that "sensitive area". ROFLMAO!
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 12:14 PM
i too would like to join. i wear thongs but would like to be proud of the booty im puttin in them. let me know, i have updated measurements at home i just havent put them on my profile yet. im not sure of my bodyfat though?
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 12:19 PM
For the benefit of those who don't speak gibberish I would like to translate MisterE's post
"On behalf of all the men out there I would just like to say that I will be the first man to wear a thong on this tracker"
he he he :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 12:23 PM
Oh my God! I am choking on my tuna w/ 1T of mao! ha ha ha ha!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:26 PM
TOO DAMN FUNNY! ROFLMAO! This is good stuff!
Body for Life Forum Message by MisterE (94 posts) at 12:39 PM
LMAO all I can say is refer to my post of When I was 18 from last week
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 12:50 PM
Ah, but since you have a long time to go until that grass grows on your A$$, we KNOW week 12's shot will be the money one!!! Let's all give him a big WHOO HOO for stepping up!
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 12:52 PM
wooo hooo!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 06:37 PM
Booty I'll get you my measurements tomorrow. Lets all stick together in the Brick Sh*t House Club. Is there anyone else who is interested? Come on ride the train. Booty those E9's or whatever they were is not going to know what hit them when the women from the Brick Sh*t House come after them in our thongs.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 06:39 PM
YOU GUYS ARE TOO FUNNY, but I am all game with rocking the boat, so lets do it! Had one great day with food, drank my water and SQUEEZED MY BUTTOCKS while I sat in my chair! DONE!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 06:47 PM
ok How much water did you guys drink today! or how many times did you squeez you butt?! lol
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 07:24 PM
Now that is an image I didn't need, "OK GET MENTAL! "Me standing in front of the mirror doing BUTT TUCKS! Not good! and what if someone walked in, wouldn't that be a gas! ROFLMAO!
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 07:38 AM
ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
okay
Body for Life Forum Message by curvature (13 posts) at 08:00 AM
amazing! i thought the tan and shiny came automatically with the transformation.
darnit.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 05:56 AM
I see nothing disappointing about dropping 25lbs of FAT in 12 weeks!
Do what khubbard suggested and pick up a 25 lb plate or dumbell and hold onto it for a while and get a feel for how much it really weighs. 12 weeks ago, that weight was part of you and now it is gone forever!
If people disappoint you, use it for fuel to really hit those 10's. The majority of the population gain weight and lose health over time. Your going in the right direction!
Keep it up!
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by kewlmum5 (109 posts) at 08:47 PM
Thanks for the advice everyone. I took 1 this morning and 2 this afternoon and felt great. had tons of energy for my workout and all day. No jitters. I did feel extra thirsty which is a good thing, forced me to drink even more water.
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 06:53 AM
It means I did it with the right attitude and I pushed myself to do it CORRECTLY instead of wimping out when I thought I couldn't do anymore! I pushed myself with the weights and I pushed ME!
Body for Life Forum Message by toni220 (132 posts) at 06:50 PM
i guess no one in chicago huh
Body for Life Forum Message by sweetpea (2 posts) at 07:04 PM
hey, toni! I'm in Chicago and I'm so happy the weather is finally getting nice so I can do my cardio outside! I am so ready to drop this weight and get my a$$ into shape! There's nothing like summer in Chicago :)
Body for Life Forum Message by toni220 (132 posts) at 07:06 PM
tell me about it! nice to know you sweet pea. How are you doing?
Body for Life Forum Message by sweetpea (2 posts) at 07:11 PM
Well, I've been eating clean and working out for the past 5 days so I'm excited...but ask me how I'm doing in another 5 weeks! (hee hee) I've been battling a 15 lb. bulge for the past 10 years and over the past year it turned into a 30 pound bulge! ugh! Time for a change! How is everything going with you?
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 06:55 AM
You can do it honey.
I'm behind you all the way
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 07:11 AM
Right, I'm gonna plant my big size 8s right up your butt....AFTER I give you a spanking..
Stop making excuses....SPANK
Pull yourself together....SPANK
and just get on with it...SPANK
You're not gonna get any sympathy from me. We all have the same 24 hours in a day MAKE TIME and you will achieve your goals.
Let me remind you of what they are:
1. Within 12 weeks YOU WILL weigh less than 200 pounds.
2. Within 12 weeks YOU WILL have less than 11% body fat.
3. Within 12 weeks YOU WILL be able to wear 34 inch waist jeans.
4. Within 12 weeks YOU WILL be able to run 5 miles without stopping.
5. Within 12 weeks YOU WILL run 1 mile in less than 10 minutes.
These are your words not mine - GET THE MESSAGE??? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 07:32 AM
man, if he didn't get the message...I sure did!
Thanks Elsie!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 08:45 AM
good job on avoiding the "temptation". i knew i was going to make it in the this challenge when i was with a group of people and they were pigging out and i didn't even want to. i to would have just joined in in the past but i didn't even have the desire to.
Body for Life Forum Message by curvature (13 posts) at 08:54 AM
congrats!
something i've started doing when someone at work has a birthday celebration is bringing a fruit plate for everyone to share as an alternative to cake. i'm always surprised by the number of people who actually want to eat the fruit instead!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 09:41 AM
Just a quick Hi Yvonne! Good for you for posting!! :)( I already said all my wecomes in the PM :) So i'll say..
Atta girl for resisting temptation!
keep it up & check in Lots ok?!~
take care
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 09:49 AM
Hey Yvonne
Glad to see the willpower kicking in. just keep it up and before you know it, you'll be taking your 12 week pics.
You go girl!!
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:23 AM
Congratulations on a successful day 1. It only gets better and better from here :D
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 10:25 AM
What a great way to start off your 12 weeks! Good for you. And welcome to Tracker. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Hoping for a lot (107 posts) at 10:37 AM
Congrats on Day 1 and I wish you many more successful days to follow.
Sue
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 05:44 PM
Thanks guys! Your support means a lot to me. Just wanted to make it clear that the photo was posted in week 1 of C1 but was not taken at that time but rather about 6 months earlier.
I had seen that photo before and quickly put it away! But having photos like that are sure a great motivator to stay on track! Man! How in the heck can someone live in a body like that?!!!
Keep on truckin' gang!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 06:30 PM
Great success, so far you've had (in my *Yoda-speak* lol) I'm sure you'll reach your goals. You are such an inspiration!
I have my before pics. I never realized just how bad I look. I call my before pics "The Unholy". I don't even have the courage to post them on here. I recently saw myself on TV and I must say there was a strong resemblance to Jabba the Hut. Not trying to be negative, just realistic. I'm not looking good these days! But, I'm getting there little by little. I totally understand about the photos being motivating factors.
Oh yeah, this is about YOU! AWESOME progress! I can only imagine how good you feel!
Take care,
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (349 posts) at 12:26 AM
Welcome Gary...I agree with Jim, the accountability of this site is fabulous...can't wait to see your progress...
hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by dough (63 posts) at 12:26 AM
Gary, you and I have a lot of similarities in our physiques at the start of our respective challenges. You are making tremendous progress. I'm glad you took measurements at the beginning. I didn't, and I regret it now. Keep up the hard work and do it right, and you will love the results.
Doug
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 01:32 AM
So, are YOU addicted to the tracker yet?? I have learned more than I ever thought possible in the last 7 weeks being here. Knowledge really is power! Good luck, you will make great strides, especially with the support of your wife. Good luck, see you on the posts!!
Jamber
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 07:12 AM
Welcome,
Get healthy and have fun all at the same time!
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 07:41 AM
Welcome!!! I too am starting week four of challenge 1. This site is great - I know I'd still be doing it without it, but not as well. AND let me say, knowing week four pictures are in store I am KICKING IT this week! What about you?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 07:59 AM
Welcome to Tracker, Gary! You're doing well on BFL already, I think you're going to have a great transformation!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 08:09 AM
Glad to have you Gary...best of luck with everything.
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 08:31 AM
Welcome aboard!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by icandoit! (6 posts) at 09:07 AM
Gary, this group of people are such an amazing support group! Not only am I glad to see you have hopped on-board, but I hope you are glad to know you are not alone! Congrats on step one!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 12:01 AM
Good for you!...now if you can get up earlier and earlier day by day that would be good. Your first meal right now must be kinda late...BTW your post was funny, made me laugh.
Body for Life Forum Message by Slacker in Hawaii (26 posts) at 12:22 AM
Yeah, one of my goals is to actually get up earlier and work normal working hours instead of at night.
The other goal is to spend less time in bed after I wake up thinking about working out.
My first meal is usually around 11am. Today it was around noon, almost an hour after working out.
Body for Life Forum Message by cali_b9 (8 posts) at 02:07 AM
I am new, what is HIIT?
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (198 posts) at 05:10 AM
HIIT is HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING. it is the way Bill Phillips describes doing cardio and upping your level for one minute intervals. it is very important to do HIIT and not just 20 minutes of "regular" cardio. HIIT burn the fat better!
Body for Life Forum Message by CharlieOhio (57 posts) at 06:56 AM
For my cardio (I do 40 minutes): I do a combination of situps, eliptical and jump rope. Switching up gives me variety and completely eeliminates boredom.
I end up getting an abs workout with my cardio. I also so rotate in some back extensions on my core ball. My using a couple dumbells. My goal is to SOAK MY SHIRT WITH SWEAT...
Most of the folks here recommend doing BFL to the "T" which is 20 minutes with interval training. I can't argue with Bill Phillips or their Great Results...
Body for Life Forum Message by teralynn (7 posts) at 12:36 AM
yeah.. today was day one. it was good, never got to my sixth meal because i was too full. :D
there was a setback.. this guy at the gym, he worked there, but he didn't have a name tag or anything.. anyway, my sister and i have binders.. binders excite me, and everything is right there. anyway.. he wanted to see, and.. i wasn't ready to show. so he came out with all these crazy accusations 'is it some crazy internet thing? are you DOING it right? is it WORKING?' naturally.. i was a bit more than sensitive about it, changing your whole life isn't something just.. easy to do. he made me feel so.. like i couldn't do it right if i had bill living next door. so.. i left the floor, went to the bathroom, cried.. and we left.
but now.. every time i see him, i know i'll just want to throw it in his face. yes, i'm doing it right, thanks. yes, i'm changing my life. yes, i'm making the best person i can possibly be.
so. there's day one. and thank you to EVERYONE who's already helped me. there are 83 days to go.. and i'll be asking lots of questions.
..this is for every fat person who's finally gotten up and off the couch only to be pushed back down after the first step.
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 12:42 AM
You GO girl!! Move forward with the challenge and 12 weeks from now, show this guy that you DO know what you are doing!!(and are doing it well :)!! )Look at the tracker when you need motivation and inspiration...it's always here if you need it!! Welcome Aboard!!
Body for Life Forum Message by katlover (3 posts) at 12:43 AM
teralyn,be strong the gym is one of the most akward places for me. i would like to take the bfl success journal but people would take an interest then,(maybe we know something they don't) and start asking questions. i feel the same way you do. my ubwo was good though. i only could fit 5 meals but after laying in bed for 60 min and no luck i got up and had my sixth.Today is my day 1 as well good luck. yvonne
Body for Life Forum Message by teralynn (7 posts) at 12:51 AM
aww, yvonne, we've got the same b4l birthday!
and, yes. i have to take it with me. i want to record my weights, i want to look at the exercises, but i'm not ashamed of it. i mean, really, what can i be doing wrong, how can it be a crazy internet scheme if it's DIET AND EXERCISE?!
oh well. this guy, and my big fat ass, they're all the motivation i need.
my sister, who is turning 16 in june, and wants to do the program on her own, she thinks every boy is cute. before she knew that i was crying, she told me she thought the guy was cute. in the car on the way home from the gym, she turned to me and said 'i lied, he's ugly.'
i love that girl.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 08:06 AM
What s sweet sister you have! You use that emotion to kick that A$$ and show that pushy guy who you are! The gym is no place for people to be intimidated or bullied or put down whatever plan they've chosen to do. It's EXERCISE, and it's good. You're gonna rock this challenge, girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (623 posts) at 08:16 AM
I am so proud of you!
Going to the gym can be so intimidating and awkward and sometimes people can make that so much worse (often without even realizing it).
Lucky you to have your sister to help support you through this!
Please lean on us for support whenever you need it.
You have a great attitude about this and you are going to do fantastic. You are worth the effort it will take!
Good luck to you.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (508 posts) at 08:28 AM
I know exactly how you feel. My first week at the gym was tough too. But, I pushed back all my thoughts and marched in there with my BFL book and BFL Success journal. So glad I did.
And you just wait, in a few weeks, that guy at the gym will be hanging off your heels trying to figure out what you are doing. Because your smile, your physique changes and your wild fire intensity will be very very hard to ignore!
You GO Girl!
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by kewlmum5 (109 posts) at 08:37 AM
You go out there now and prove them wrong. That would be such motivation for me because like a typical woman, I always have to prove that I am right. Take this not as a setback but as a push to prove them all wrong, every last one of them!!!!! God, I can't stand men sometimes. sorry guys.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 12:43 AM
Hi gang!
Just got back from my trip to Corpus Christi, Texas for my nephew's wedding...Man! I missed you guys!!!
First things first! YES! I stayed on my program! I worked out each morning in the hotel fitness room while the rest of the family was pigging out at the breakfast buffet! Although it was challenging I ate clean. I even partied with everyone - drinking my diet coke and water while they drank beer. scotch and what-have-you... I didn't even feel the urge to cheat...this simply means too much to me!!!
Reactions to me dropping 83lbs since Jan. 3rd (and 108lbs since last November)???
Well, my Mom saw me 41 lbs ago but was still very excited about my improvement since then. She was so pleased about the weight loss but she was most impressed by how much healthier I look... She said that I look healthier than I have for years and even better than when I was at a much lighter weight. Looking through some older photos, I noticed that my face and body had a puffy look even when my weight was 30 lbs less than it is now. My Mom is certain that my chronic illness began years before I thought it did...
The rest of the family hadn't seen me since Christmas (83 lbs ago!)...they were simply stunned! Not only by the weight loss but that I looked so much more alive. They said I looked 10 years younger. They commented that I had my 'spark' back and my sense of humor...
My Mom was so proud and excited...she made sure EVERYONE in the family knew..."Jim has lost over 100lbs since last November! Doesn't he look great! I'm so proud of him!" What a contrast that was to the last several years...she was always reminding people that I was sick when they commented about me being so heavy...
My stepbrother kind of summed it up best while we were out in the ocean fishing...
"Jim, remember last summer when I came to visit you in San Diego? When we went down to the waterfront, you could only walk about 50 yards (because of muscles fatigue and exhaustion)...you had to sit down and rest for 10 minutes and then you'd go another 50 yards...You were really hurting...
And now here you are, looking great and you've been standing on the boat all day with no problems...I'm impressed! What an amazing improvement since last summer!!!"
Over the last several years, I never doubted that if I could get my illness under control, that I could lose the excess weight and regain my fitness... But, this trip to Texas gave me the confidence that I am FINALLY getting this stubborn illness under control, and that I will be able to keep it under control for the rest of my life! My God that is so encouraging!!!
I had thought at first that maybe I couldn't afford to go on this trip...but with all of the encouragement and confidence I received as well as the joy of seeing my proud Mom being so giddy bragging about her son, I guess the obvious truth is that I couldn't afford NOT to go...
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 01:07 AM
Wow, and you deserve every bit of praise and compliments. :-D
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 01:13 AM
Great job!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 01:14 AM
We all love watching your ongoing transformation! I'm so glad you got the recognition you deserve, and I know it means a lot coming from family members. You must have had so much fun seeing everyone as such a changed person, inside and out. BIG victory for you!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Ann (320 posts) at 02:31 AM
I can't imagine how great you felt! Way to go, Jim! You took control of your life, didn't make excuses, and you made it. No doubt that you'll keep this momentum and inspire many others to do the same--actually you already have! :) Ann
Body for Life Forum Message by Woman1069 (60 posts) at 03:44 AM
I am teary eyed. How awesome and incredibly happy you look now. There is chage written all over your face. HOW great. Alice
Body for Life Forum Message by ejsombathy (273 posts) at 04:47 AM
Jim you continue to inspire us. Great job!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (706 posts) at 04:56 AM
Your personal achievements have been endless. This particular weekend may have been a challenge to stay on the program, but your results this far have been so amazing and you've proved to yourself and your family that your hard work is paying off. Your family must have been so pleased to see you looking so good. You must be very proud. Keep up the excellent work Jim.
Body for Life Forum Message by eSteve (91 posts) at 05:00 AM
Hey guys,
Sorry I haven't posted here in a while...
Jim, I can tell by reading your post just how BFL has transformed you both inside and out. It is such and unbelievably special thing man - I am SO happy for you. Isn't it funny how EVERYTHING is so much better? Life goes on for us all, but I'm sure that every second for you is so much richer, and more enjoyed. Congrats Jim!
Can't wait to meet you some day to hear it all in person. We just got back from the cruise and EVERYONE start planning now. The next cruise is already scheduled for the week of June 11th 2006 - so no excuses. Time for everyone to get their butts in gear, get in the best shape of their lives and get on the boat! More info will be coming in at Jerry's website -- www.jerrybraam.com
It will be the time of your life.
eSteve
Body for Life Forum Message by njleydon (79 posts) at 05:29 AM
To my hero, Slim Jim,
What a fantastic story. Love to hear about your mom's reaction. Yes, you are right, you couldn't afford NOT to go. You deserve everything that is good in this world.
love ya big guy, ah hummmm, I mean... not so big anymore guy
Body for Life Forum Message by ladyfyre (14 posts) at 05:48 AM
Jim,
I am so happy that you are do this for you, so that you feel alive again. The reactions must have made you feel so great. I am looking forward to the day when I can go home and shock everybody with my own transformation. I only get to see my family about 2 times a year.
Stacie
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 06:01 AM
Jim,
Nancy and I ( and everybody else here ) are all on the same page!
Your commitment is impressive and inspirational to all. I wish I was there to get the reactions. The best part are the not necessarily obvious changes ( re the walking 50 yards thing ) and in actuality- they gotta be the most important!
Good on YA!
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by ourfairytales (62 posts) at 07:38 AM
Congratulations Jim! You are such an inspiration! I truly believe that yours is a success story that should be published in one of Bill Philips' BFL/EFL books. =)
Shannon
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (623 posts) at 07:38 AM
Way to go, Jim!
I am so thrilled to hear how happy everybody was for you.
You have been working so hard and are so inspiring to everybody on this website...I am glad you received the recognition you deserve for all of your hard work!
Way to go - thanks for sharing!
Body for Life Forum Message by marathon2 (384 posts) at 07:42 AM
Jim that is fantastic! I know you're pleased and you have every right to be! You have done an amazing job!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 07:56 AM
Jim, you have done such an amazing thing for yourself and I think it's fantastic that everyone recognized your hard work and commitment and SUCCESS! Good for you for staying totally on plan while you were there, a lot of us would have easily made excuses and jumped off the wagon. You want it, and you will get it -- your health, your self confidence and your LIFE!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 08:03 AM
I'm so proud of you Jim...you are such an inspiration! you are 'da MAN!
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (385 posts) at 10:08 AM
I am so glad you had a great trip. It is so encouraging to get praise but I think when it comes from family it really hits home. Congrats & keep up the awesome work!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:12 AM
Rocket Man...you absolutely are DA BOMB!!!!! xoxo
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 10:16 AM
You look great, and I know you feel so much better. Were you able to recruit any family members while on vacation?
Body for Life Forum Message by Jmskelton (222 posts) at 10:27 AM
How awesome and what great news to hear! I am so glad you shared that with us as we were all waiting for the update. Glad to hear you had a wonderful trip and once again CONGRATS!!! You deserve every bit of that and more.
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (397 posts) at 10:49 AM
Jim..........that is AWESOME!!! How you must feel right now! To HEALTH...to HAPPINESS...to LIFE!!!
proud BULL
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 10:57 AM
Jim as ever you're post makes me all emotional! .. is it ok to be sitting here with tears & a BIG GRIN ?! well I am ! :)
I am SOOOOOO HAPPY for you!! what an AWESOME experience!! Thanks for sharing it with us! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 10:59 AM
Jim....That is really awesome...after reading your post I think I said "holy sh11T" at least 3 times out loud. That really is amazing, I love reading your posts and see the transformations you've made. You're always so uplifting and you can feel your enthuasim in your posts.
Body for Life Forum Message by *KriStiNe* (67 posts) at 11:12 AM
you are an amazing individual. there's something about you that just shines through and you reach out to all of us! Thanks for being such an incredible inspiration!!
Body for Life Forum Message by elisa (20 posts) at 11:16 AM
Everyone has pretty much said what I wanted to say, but I just felt that I needed to post to tell you that your message is so inspiring. I can't wait to have a more noticable difference myself, and reading your post just really makes me look forward to getting to my goal weight --- SO MOTIVATING!!!!!!!
Elisa
Body for Life Forum Message by FinallyReady (28 posts) at 01:31 PM
Jim, Your story is inspirational, and you seem like a kind and generous person - your hard work and your words to others every day on this board tell the tale. I hope I can hang in there and enjoy some success like you have - I have lost about 23# and still have so long to go....
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 01:37 PM
WOHOOOO you are so awesome Jim! Absolutely an inspiration you are! You are kickin butt and taking names! Great job! I know it must have been challenging this weekend and if anyone could do it it's you! Such amazing will power and drive!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by kimmypooh (17 posts) at 01:41 PM
Man, I just have to say "YOU ROCK"!!! You look so much younger and happier now than in your before pics. Keep up the awesome work!!! You'll get there!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 02:03 PM
I'm so happy for you! You've obviously worked very hard and it is paying off in many ways!
Take care,
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by ToBeThin (64 posts) at 02:08 PM
*clapping my hands*
Great job Jim! You deserve every bit of pride you must have felt! Thanks for sharing.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:11 PM
I am so glad your family was so encouraging and supportive for you. You deserve every single compliment they gave and then some!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 06:16 PM
HOLY COW!!! I FEEL LIKE I JUST WALKED INTO A SURPRISE BIRTHDAY PARTY OR SOMETHING!!!
You guys are incredible!!! You all need to move to San Diego so we can hang out together!!! (Yuk! Yuk!)
Seriously, when I logged on to Tracker a few minutes ago, I was blown away by your supportive and thoughtful replies! I had no idea that going on a trip to a wedding could be that inspiring to me much less anyone else!
I knew this trip would make an impact on my family but I had no idea it would have such an impact on me! My stepbrother really gave me a big wake-up call when he reminded me that just last summer walking 50 yards was an ordeal! I'm tellin' ya', I'm gonna make sure to remember that when I'm feeling less than thrilled about my progress!!!
I also wanted to add that this is the first time in my life I EVER remember my Mom saying "Jim, I am so proud of you!"... It's not that she wasn't proud of me many times before, but there always seemed to be so much chaos growing up that we didn't sit down and let each other know how much we cared and respected each other. I've got to admit there is still a little boy in me that really needs to hear it from his Mom...
Perhaps, adversity, illness and loss of loved ones have brought my family back to a place of clarity about what is really important in this life...
BTW -- My nephew wanted to talk about fitness with me so I told him about BFL. He said he was only 25 and his blood pressure was high. He has been working out for the last couple of months but wanted to make better progress and take it to a high level. Well, won't he be pleased to open his wedding present from me and see the BFL book and journal as well as the EFL cookbook?! You betcha!!!
I'm glad that this experience inspires you but please remember that without you guys and your support, this road would be pretty lonely and certainly a lot less fun!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by rctneal (9 posts) at 07:38 PM
I'm new on this journey - middle of 4th week and I've been reading the boards off and on over the past several weeks and your story is just incredible and one of the reasons that I'm logging on. It's supportive people that we all need to back us up and that seems to be the norm here. Ditto again to what has been said. You are an inspiration and thank you for sharing so much so us newbies can be encouraged.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 07:40 PM
wonderful story, WE are impressed too!!
Body for Life Forum Message by wdrew (3 posts) at 08:31 PM
Jim, you have given much inspiration. After your trip to Texas, and all of the posts on here, I hope you can handle another pat on the back.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (706 posts) at 05:39 AM
So now its my turn. I started C1 Jan. 10 and have read over the weeks how people have had the flu, a cold, etc. Actually I skimmed over the reading since it wasn't me sick, I was just thankful to not have to go through that. I've been lucky though; its been almost a year probably and no cold from kids or anything.
What do you guys do? Do you push it to the limit? Yesterday was UBWO, I did it, was a bit weaker and sweating, dizzy, shaking. Today cardio and abs. Its in my chest, you know the kind that hurts with the slightest cough. I'm thinking just do the best I can. Its probably better doing it than not even though you're not working "as hard" as when you're well.
I know some have taken the day off. What do you guys recommend? I know if I get through it the rest of the day I'll be flopped on the couch and if I don't do it I'll still be on the couch.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by Not tryin' to scare folks! (37 posts) at 07:56 AM
I got sick a few weeks ago, and for 2 days I just could not work out. I did go get some vegetable soup (lowfat) and I ate on that for a couple of meals. On the third day I did about 1/2 my lower body workout, and had to quit. My theory is the body needs rest to recover, and there is a reason that you feel sick when you excert yourself. Just pick up where you left off in the workouts when you feel like you can.
Tracy
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (271 posts) at 08:03 AM
Do your work outs the best you can, anything is better than nothing, get plenty of rest and take your meds. I went through this last week. I didn't worry too much about my work out intensity, I was just happy to up and at the gym, I actually felt a little better after my work outs. My blood was flowing through my body and I could actually breath a little better. Just do't push it.
Body for Life Forum Message by MisterE (94 posts) at 08:05 AM
Tracey, this is important so listen up as a rule if you are sick from the neck up as in head cold go for it and push through if you have a chest cold DON'T do HIIT! It will make it much worse I have known this for years and still being a man and not liking to follow directions I did this in January when I had bronchittis and it turned into pnemonia I wasn't healthy again for almost 3 months
Body for Life Forum Message by khubbard (167 posts) at 08:06 AM
To prevent sickness (sometimes it is inevitable b/c of the stress you are keeping your body under . . . especially in the early weeks) I take Vitamin C and use EAS Glutamine after my workouts. If you do get sick, you can still workout (depending on the sickness). If it's a cold (chest and nose) you can still hit it hard. Just push through it b/c a virus simply has to run its course. If it's an infection (one that can be treated with antibiotics) then you might want to hold back a little and let your body fight the infection. As I always say though, we are all different so do what's best for you.That wonderful Gov. in California (sarcasm) says the biggest gains in your personal fitness are on the days when you don't want to workout. Those are the days you make your gains b/c you are staying consistent. Good luck to all!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (699 posts) at 08:40 AM
My opinion is you should rest if you really feel awful. My experience is that pushing through when I really am very sick is not good. If I just have a mild cold - I go for it. But when I am feeling like I have been for the past 3 days (yep, I am sick, too!), I just know that it would do more harm than good. I am just forcing myself to stay on track with food and water (not easy when you feel lousy and don't want to eat or drink), and as soon as I don't feel like I need to lay down every 10 minutes, I will start back with my workouts.
Take it easy, up the water consumption and work out if you feel like you can. Oh yeah...getting LOTS of rest! Your body needs it to recover!
Body for Life Forum Message by futureisnow (15 posts) at 09:38 AM
c1 w6 I too have some type of sinsus infection. Do not have the strength to work out. I did skip my free day Sunday because of a dental appointment tomorrow so will only miss one day.
Body needs time to heal . BFL is not a sprint its a marathon. You just have to get back into the routine as soon as possible
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 09:51 AM
I have had a sinus infection since last Thursday. I missed working out 2 days because I was so miserable and I lost my voice. I finally had to get back in the gym, I'm one of those if I pay the money, I'm going to do it regardless. However, I believe it is very important to get rest when you are sick, but I am hard headed. That's probably why I am still suffering with pain in my head and face.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:22 AM
I think you should do whatever you feel comfortable with. If you feel up to working out then give it a shot. If you don't then skip it until your feeling better. There is no right or wrong answer. Its all about what you feel is best :D
Body for Life Forum Message by CHRISTREIGNS77 (44 posts) at 10:46 AM
This happened to me this past weekend, first time I have been sick in quite some time, I didn't work out Friday, Saturday, or Sunday (Friday is free day for me though so I really only missed 2 workouts) and I was panicking at the time plus we were eating out, I got on the scale Monday expecting to have gained two lbs. and had lost a lb! I am also better, my mother-in-law (who gave me the cold) was shocked I was better already! Do what you need to do to get better, if you can work out go for it, if not, don't worry, it won't make a bit of difference in the long run! Feel better!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (706 posts) at 03:32 PM
Thanks for all your responsises, sniffle, sniffle. Did cardio this morning - a 10 was more like a 7 on normal days. Did ab bootcamp and took a bit longer than usual to get thru so I guess its not too bad, better than doing nothing. I'm sure I don't have an infection just a really good juicy cold.
Made homemade chickend soup with chick breasts & lots of veggies - should be interesting, I think I'll eat it with quinoa. Thankfully this cold is making me extra thirsty too. Tormorrow is LBWO - yikes.
Thanks again, back to the couch soon, sniff, sniff.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by Tinuz (14 posts) at 05:51 AM
Am I the only one that has to wear the same close for each work out. I mean I have my cardio clothes, my lower body outfit and my upper body outfit.
Tinuz
Body for Life Forum Message by Ann (320 posts) at 06:42 AM
I've started a little tradition...when I reach a new goal, I purchase a new piece of fitness gear. So far I've 'earned' a polar heartrate monitor, lots of cute tanks, a few pair of workout capris, and a mini iPod. At the end of challenge 2, I'm not sure what I'll get, but it'll be good.
I think it helps to feel good in your workout stuff and reward yourself in a nonfood related way.
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 08:42 AM
i haven't bought anything new yet but i've been looking. target has a lot of great workout stuff that's not too expensive.
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (530 posts) at 08:48 AM
I started out that way, but now I have more workout clothes then regular :P
Body for Life Forum Message by curvature (13 posts) at 08:52 AM
i have three pairs of workout pants and i use men's v-neck undershirts as workout tops. i'm probably the worst-dressed chick in the gym.
once i hit week four, i'm buying a tank to workout in if i hit my waist measurement goal :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 09:19 AM
I get the 2-pack tank tops at Costco for 10$ amd then I get workout pants ocasionally at Ross, usually around 10-20$. I'm not the snazziest dresser at the gym, but I"m not the worst,either.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (800 posts) at 09:28 AM
I wear $10 workout capris from wal mart and the $5 t shirts from wal mart. Every time I went there, I would get another pair in a different color. So now I have 3 pairs of workout capris and a few t shirts. I don't really think anyone notices/cares if you are dressed differently. I only have more than one because I hate laundry..lol. No way I'm gonna wash that stuff every day!
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 09:33 AM
Tinuz you kind of have a little tradition going on. I'm that way on cardio days. I usually wear the same shorts or one's just like them but a different color. I do this because I have found what is comfortable on the machines and doesn't "ride up" on me; therefore, I don't have to quit just to rearrange everything.
It's okay if you are not the snazziest dresser in the gym, I particularly do not pay attention to what people are wearing and I am sure many others don't either. I go for comfort and to get my workout done and that's it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 06:32 AM
My old New Balance 601's have seen better days, and what with considering doing a marathon I decided I needed a good pair of running shoes. Everything I've read suggests it's especially important for beginning runners to have good shoes in order to prevent injury. I got online and found a specialty running store not too far away. Wow, the sales guy was really thorough. I came in, said I was looking for shoes that were good for running. He looked at my feet, laughed, and said "Not those!" I tried on several pair, ran on a treadmill. Ran on the treadmill with different shoes on each foot, until we found the pair that worked best for me. I ended up with a pair of the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 5. I hadn't realized I was an overpronator (my footprint suggested normal to underpronator), but the shoes DEFINITELY make my feet feel more stable while running.
Body for Life Forum Message by icandoit! (6 posts) at 07:34 AM
Could you give the website/name of the company? I have been wearing the same shoes since 8th grade....I'm 24!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by marathon2 (384 posts) at 07:39 AM
Hey Muscle Mommy way to go! I have those shoes and really like them! Although I still blistered in the marathon! I think that's just my feet though!
I'm glad you were fitted properly. It makes a huge difference when you start getting into the high miles!
Have you officially decided to do the marathon?
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 08:04 AM
icandoit!, runnersworld.com has a listing of running specialty stores in US and Canada
http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,5033,s6-52-74-0-1048,00.html
DO NOT just buy shoes online. Go to a specialty store where they will help you find what works best for you and fit the shoe properly so that all the cushioning is in the right place. There was one pair the guy was sure would be perfect for me, but when I tried them out he could see they did not work at all.
Marathon2, I am seriously, seriously considering it. I've signed up for the free training program the LaSalle Bank Chicago Marathon endorses, and according to them, 99% of the people who follow the program finish the race. The training schedule starts June 6. I'm going to try out my running legs, and come to a final decision by then. Even if I don't end up doing it I'm glad to have a good pair of running shoes.
Body for Life Forum Message by florida twin momma (41 posts) at 08:24 AM
yeah muscle mommy... i cant tell you how important good running shoes are.. i got tendonits b/c mine were the wrong kind..i did the same as you got fitted for a new pair mine are asics gt 2100 for stability i tend to overpronate too... the first time i did HIIT on them it was like running on clouds... big difference...
good luck to ya on your training for a marathon...wow someday i just want to finish a 10k...
val
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 08:38 AM
Those are the ones I have and I LOVE them!!!! To funny cause I had the New Balance as well and the guy in the store knew exactly what I was going to say about them LOL! I wrote a thread about this "The Importance of Well Fitted Athletic Shoes". Too funny! You are going to LOVE your new shoes I LOVE mine! I am so happy to hear you got a good pair for running shoes. I would hate for anyone to feel the pain I had from my old tennies can we say OUCH! Good luck on training for your Marathon! Remember you need to get a new pair every 4-6 months depending on the mileage you put on them. I am sure he told you that though. Good luck MM!!! I am so excited for you!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (454 posts) at 08:39 AM
Thats great! I Agree, go in person!! YOu will be amazed what ou learn about your feet! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 08:41 AM
Actually he told me that being a new runner, my feet are likely to get bigger and that I will probably need a new pair before the 4 months until the marathon are up.
I'm excited too. :^)
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (198 posts) at 06:50 AM
Where do i get a t-shirt....i saw SupaFreak has one and so does GET*HER*DONE. also, i don't go to the official BFL site much but FYI they are offering the 4dvd collection of success stories etc, for 5.99 plus shipping with proof of purchase from a bfl product.
anyone with info on the t-shirt let me know.....
Have a great day everyone!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (34 posts) at 06:53 AM
I think they are for sale on bflbuddies.com
Body for Life Forum Message by raygeo (78 posts) at 08:45 AM
After you submit your challenge package. EAS usually sends you one with a Certificate for finishing.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (508 posts) at 08:51 AM
Here's the link:
http://www.cafepress.com/bflbuddies
The shirts are not being sold by EAS. The sales from these were supposed to send someone from this site on the BFL cruise.
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 07:38 AM
Some posts got me thinking...(yeah, that usually means UTOH!)
I dont' want to "BULK" I want toned...
It is my understanding that less weight/more reps causes toning
more weight/more reps causes bulk
Am I correct??
Will BFL cause me to bulk or tone??? I mean over long term....
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (108 posts) at 07:47 AM
When I completed my first BFL program (before I got pregnant for twins!!!) I didn't tweak ANYTHING!! I went from a size 10/12 to a 4 and I was small and toned and tight. The flab was gone and "bulk" would not have been a word used to describe me!! The proof is in the pictures, look at cheetara, TNT, Goddessa etc - they are toned, not bulky. Good Luck - I hear everyone elses opinions and I read other theories all of the time - every magazine thinks they do it the best way. I have tried many of these other ways in the past and I did have success - but not nearly the success I have had with BFL (not to say others haven't had success with other programs!!). That's just my opinion, I wish you all the best.
Body for Life Forum Message by MisterE (94 posts) at 07:48 AM
Franciie, BFL will give you added muscle but it is NOT a bulking program it is by definition a cutting and toning program Bulking programs are ones where you would not do more than 6 reps.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 07:49 AM
Also Franciie, as a woman you will find it very hard to "bulk" because you don't have the testosterone required for that kind of muscle building. Just look at any of the female BFL champions or any of the women on this board who've had successful transformations. Do they look bulky to you? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 07:50 AM
I checked out the profiles to remind myself like you suggested.
I'm not messing with nothing!
Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 08:06 AM
For women it is very toning. My first challenge I went from a 18 to size 12. I lost fat and was building muscle. My second challenge I as at my target weight but still dropped a couple but muscle definition was amazing. You will definately tone!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 08:10 AM
Bulk is a genetic thing. I am bulky. There's a woman at the gym who lifts the same amounts as I do with higher body fat than me who is very petite and sleek. Tai Ki lifts about the same as I do and is very petite and sleek. It's horribly unfair, but that's the way it works.
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 08:37 AM
I have too much testosterone (PCOS) so that is why I am worried about bulking...
Body for Life Forum Message by Franciie (289 posts) at 07:54 AM
I have to get away from the computer..
I have to be at Mom's morning out in 70 minutes. Have I taken a shower yet? Have I fed the kidlet yet? Nooooooooo
I'm sitting here reading! LOL
Time to go for now....gotta get moooooooooooving..
Body for Life Forum Message by DJBbodyforlife (59 posts) at 08:05 AM
I got this in an email, thought others might like it. 21 lessons:
1) Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
2) Marry a man / woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other.
3) Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.
4) When you say, "I love you," mean it.
5) When you say, "I am sorry," look the person in the eye.
6) Be engaged at least 6 months before you get married.
7) Believe in love at first sight.
8) NEVER laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dream's don't have much.
9) Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely.
10) In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.
11) Don't judge people by their relatives.
12) Talk slowly but think quickly.
13) When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask, "Why do you want to know?"
14) Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk.
15) Say "bless you" when you hear someone sneeze.
16) When you lose, don't lose the lesson.
17) Remember the three R's: Respect for self, Respect for others, and responsibility for all your actions.
18) Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.
19) When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
20) Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice.
21) Spend some time alone.
I hope everyone makes it an incredible day. I am off to do my morning HIT!!!!!!!!
DJB
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 11:19 AM
Thank you. I needed this today. Carol
Body for Life Forum Message by Country Gal (12 posts) at 05:38 PM
After a weekend of "words" and "silence" with my hubby, this helps me put things into perspective. Thx!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 05:42 PM
thank you! sigh, you are sooooooooooo right on the head
Body for Life Forum Message by khubbard (167 posts) at 08:07 AM
To prevent sickness (sometimes it is inevitable b/c of the stress you are keeping your body under . . . especially in the early weeks of your challenge) I take Vitamin C in the morning and EAS Glutamine after my workouts. If you do get sick, you can still workout (depending on the sickness). If it's a cold (chest and nose) you can still hit it hard. Just push through it b/c a virus simply has to run its course. If it's an infection (one that can be treated with antibiotics) then you might want to hold back a little and let your body fight the infection. As I always say though, we are all different so do what's best for you.That wonderful Gov. in California (sarcasm) says the biggest gains in your personal fitness are on the days when you don't want to workout. Those are the days you make your gains b/c you are staying consistent. Good luck to all!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 08:11 AM
I found that BFL really boosted my immune system...I didn't get sick at all while on the challenges. This challenge has been pleagued by injuries.
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (699 posts) at 08:43 AM
Scuba - I agree with it boosting the immune system! I am sick right now, but overall, I have been very healthy since starting BFL. Everyone else in my family would get sick and where in the past I would ALWAYS catch whatever the kids or hubby brought home, I very, very rarely do now! I totally attribute that to my bfl life-style!!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 03:25 PM
I have worked out most of my life, and I never get sick like other eople I know, I do get sick, but not near as much!
Hubby says,With all the Vitiams I take the cold or flu is too scare to come near.
lol !! and I intend to keep it that way!!
GET*HER*DONE!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (449 posts) at 03:32 PM
The only time I don't work out is when I'm overly tired. If I get less than 4 hours of sleep at night, then I don't go work out. I work through everything else. I figure: why not!
I also feel great, and have dodged several "going around" illnesses since starting BFL.
Body for Life Forum Message by raygeo (78 posts) at 08:40 AM
WOW! What a fun and amazing experience. So much to post and so little time since I just walked into work and I have some catching up to do. The second annual cruise dates have already been announced. This time we'll be heading to Nassau Bahamas. I don't have my flyer with me but I believe the dates are June 11th-15th.
START SAVING NOW YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!!!! Keep checking http://www.jerrybraam.com/cruise/ for updates.
ED (the EAS)Photographer took close to 2000 pictures and all of them will be linked from this site as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (508 posts) at 08:53 AM
Very cool! So glad you had a good time! Believe me, I won't miss the trip next year!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by MHall (28 posts) at 08:44 AM
I know that I may get a little heat for asking this question but I own a dance school in Louisiana and I have 5 weeks till the recital. I was wondering if there is anything I can do to speed results for the fat loss. I was thinking more cardio or less carbs. Any advice would be great!
Body for Life Forum Message by Shane (36 posts) at 09:17 AM
Here is my thought...you didn't put on all the extra weight in 5 weeks so it isn't going come off in 5 weeks! The BFL program is a lifestyle change...not a race to the finish. It is a well balanced program that when it is followed correctly can achieve positive results. If you start now...you will see changes by week 5 but don't set an unrealitic expectation of trying to lose to much to fast...you will only be disappointed with the results and it will demotivate you. Stick with the 12 week plan...you'll be glad you did!!
Body for Life Forum Message by MHall (28 posts) at 09:30 AM
I know thats what I thought I waited too long to start and had some trouble in the begining and now I am desperate to be thin by my recital. I have about 20 pounds to loose and was hoping to loose about 10 in 5 weeks.
Thanks anyway, and I agree.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 09:37 AM
Why don't you go ahead and accept the challenge as a lifestyle change, and promise yourself that you will continue it after the recital is over. I bet you will lose a little weight and you will feel a whole lot better about yourself.
Body for Life Forum Message by popeye (368 posts) at 09:37 AM
10 lbs in 5 weeks is attianable. You have to keep your diet tight and stay active during the day, IE not being sedentary... Hitting your 10's on HIIT days is a must and working out at a cardio pace will help also. You may have to limit free day to a free meal, but all you realy need to do on free day to reset your body is add 400 to 500 cals. No simple sugars or processed junk and you should be able to hit it or get realy darn close...
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (800 posts) at 09:38 AM
You should definately be able to lose 10 lbs in 5 weeks. Have you tried thermo dynamix? I have heard a lot of good things about that. If not that, then try drinking a cup of coffee before your workouts. Also, I have read that khubbard really watched what kind of carbs he ate later in the day. (no breads, potatoes, rice, more veggies) You can always do a little more cardio, just not HIIT more than 3 times a week. When you DO do the HIIT, make sure you are doing it on an empty stomach (that goes for weights, too) first thing in the morning and not eating until an hour after. Also make sure you're not cheating yoruself out of your 10s. If you can go anotehr minute after hitting your 10s on HIIT, it wasn't a 10. Your mind will tell you you can't do it, but if you try, you'll be amazed at how much you can do.
You can go to fitday.com and track your calories for a few days to make sure you aren't overdoing it. Watch your portions. Measure everything to make sure you're not sneaking in more than you think you are. And drink your water! So so so important. If you are drinking 10 glasses now, make it 15, or try for at LEAST a gallon a day. There are a few things you can do to make sure you are getting as much out of the program as you can.
Good idea about free day, too, really watch that one!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 12:29 PM
I pretty much lost 10 lbs in my first 5 weeks, and I took a generous free day, and did everything else to the letter. If you really are dedicated, I think you can do it!!! Go for it!!
Jamber
Body for Life Forum Message by ShannonDH (6 posts) at 08:44 AM
So the people in the cubes next to me brought in a great big homemade cake for a mid morning snack. It is a really good cake, I must admit they do a very good job with baking. But, it was taking everything to resist it until one of the said, "Oh, she will have a piece before the day is out diet or not."
Well now, talk about making me reaffirm my strength!! What irritates me is that they will keep trying to convince me to eat that cake all day long. Time for some cottage cheese and yogurt!
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 08:51 AM
how about bring a big bowl of friut and setting it on you desk. the next time they are pigging out grab an apple and start eating it with them. i bet it will hit home. they will see you looking slim and fit and then think to themselves why can't i look like that and then look at the cake they are eating and the apple you are eating and it will hit home even if they don't say it out load.
in other words give them a little silent guilt trip about their chioces compared to yours.
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 08:54 AM
Oh I HATE sugar pushers! How awesome will it be for you when you do reach your goal and you are skinny and they look at themselves and wonder what happend! You can tell them - cake happend that's what!
Body for Life Forum Message by curvature (13 posts) at 08:55 AM
Agh! Why is it that people who bring sweet dishes won't leave you alone when you say you don't want any?! I don't understand this. It is not the end of the world if I don't eat the donut my co-worker brought me today.
Sugar pusher - that is the perfect term for these people.
Body for Life Forum Message by popeye (368 posts) at 09:45 AM
The answer to the million dollar question about sugar pushers is....
Because they have no will power themselves so they must chip away at everyone else. And misery loves company. The fact that someone else can make a drastic change shakes the foundations of thier own denial and excuse filled lives...
BTW.. Good job on staving off the cravings, it always helps me when someone say that I cant do it too.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 09:56 AM
They do it because they don't have any willpower and they try to push you to where you don't either. Don't give in. Even if you want a piece of cake I wouldn't eat theirs, wait until you get off if you just have to have some and go buy you a cake or better yet wait until free day. Don't let them overpower you to prove to themselves you are weak.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:19 AM
OUTSTANDING!!!!! Good for you. Just think, the cake was probably stale anyway LOL. Next time tell them you have an allergy to cake. The side effects are big butt and gut. And then you can tell them that you think some of them may have the same allergy LOL...OOOOOOOO that'll shut them up fast heheheheheheheheheeeee
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 10:24 AM
BAHAHAHAHAHA good one, Goddessa!
Shannon -- good for you for digging in your heels. Personally, I find it extremely rude for someone to question your diet integrity, especially out loud, and you're going to show all of them! Darn sugar pushers!
Body for Life Forum Message by ShannonDH (6 posts) at 10:34 AM
LOL, totally great one Goddessa! Yep, and there is still some cake there but I don't care. Sugar pushers, I like that!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jmskelton (222 posts) at 10:34 AM
ROFLMAO Goddessa - that is too hysterical - I love it!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by BigBadBen (75 posts) at 12:30 PM
Im with ya Shannon, some folks brought about 8 dozen donuts today.
Ive avoided them like the plague!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 12:37 PM
OMG Godessa that is so funny!!! I can't stop laughing
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT's-MOM (120 posts) at 01:12 PM
Godessa that is too funny...Shannon good for you! Boy did you come to the right place for support!! and a laugh LOL. My office is a sugar & food jungle my cube is the last one by the window (I like that) but I have to pass the dredded file cabinets where all the food gets put lets see in 1 week there were kolochi's (donut thingies)breakfast tacos, BIG bag of candy, to get to my cube I have to walk past it several times a day!!! Then I had to attend a mandatory harrasment training class this week and they passed around a HUGE basket of candy not once but twice mind you this was when I should have been eating a meal but couldn't sooooo I commend you on your willpower. I know what it takes to pass this stuff up. It is a huge joke here and not a very funny one that when you get hired here you will gain at least 10 lbs!! My co-workers are really nice and they never comment and sometimes apologize for eating sweets in front of me so they are not sugar pushers but it is a trial every day here...Hang tough chickie!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:08 PM
Just driving down the street feels like sugar pushers are everywhere in the grocery store, in the frozen food section, the cookie isle, it's everywhere run, run, run, ahhhhhhhhhh, the ice cream stores, the convenience stores, what is staring at you while you pay .... tons of candy everywhere! Ahhhhhhhh hide hide ahhhhh. Now they are invading offices too watch out .... ahhh
BTW Goddesa Too funny yes! That was great! Good for you girl! Keep up that will power you can do it! So proud of you! Wohoo!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:13 PM
LMAO I am going to use that whenever I am tempted by the evil snacks!
I can't eat it cause of an allergy that makes my ass swell.
LMAO
Body for Life Forum Message by garrettsmom (65 posts) at 09:09 AM
On Friday I noticed this lady was staring at me during my workout. Finally just as I was nearing the end she approached me and asked me if I was a trainer. I guess maybe the clipboard I carry around where I write on my daily progress report must have given her that impression. It made me feel kinda good though. I know 12 weeks ago no one would have mistaken me for any kind of fitness expert. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 09:15 AM
Wow, that is so cool! You should have said yes, do you need one?? LOL :>
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (17 posts) at 09:39 AM
I laminted the upper and lower body workout progress sheets from the BFL website. I write my workout on them before hand using a dry erase marker and make notes as I proceed through my workout.
I get some funny looks carrying around this card and marker at the gym quite frequently but it works for me....
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:24 AM
WOOOOOTY WOOOOOOOO!!!!!! Thats awesome. What a great compliment :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 10:51 AM
Congratulations Garrettsmom! You look awesome -- I am only in week four so you are going to be my inspiration (it looks like we have similar body types)! Post those 12 week photos!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 11:25 AM
ok ladies break it up! THat is a great thing! I want to go to a gym! :( :-)
ok I'm better!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 11:40 AM
That is so cool! I'd love to be mistaken for a trainer :^) Carrying a clipboard at my gym is pretty standard though. The gym has cards for patrons to keep track of their workouts on, and special sheets that those who use personal trainers are given to follow their special workouts. Of course I have my own that are more BFL oriented, and I carry them around in a plastic pink folder with hearts on it (a gift from my 7 yo daughter LOL) which does not look terribly professional.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:07 PM
Hell, I think people are TOO SCARED of me to approach me? LOL! I catch them looking and when I look up, they look away! Don't know what it could be? Things that make you go UMMM? LMAO!
Body for Life Forum Message by MHall (28 posts) at 09:35 AM
Has anyone ever gotten a tummy tuck after loosing weight on BFL? Just curious becuase I went to a Plastic surgeon before starting BFL (actually a few) and they all said if I loose weight that I will have sagging skin becuase of severe stretch marks. I am discouraged by this since I can not afford such an expensive proccedure and I will bust my butt and still have a stomach from H@ll ! But I am going to have to wait and see what happens either way I will still feel better. I did buy that really expensive stretch mark cream from GNC so heres to wishful thinking.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:39 AM
two words.
Bull s***. :) Your stomach is nothing compared to a lot of people I have seen, and mine was even worse in my before photos.
It will disappear - just keep up our cardio, good food, and weights. You won't need plastic surgery at the end of your 12 weeks.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:40 AM
And I meant that as a good thing - you look fantastic in your before photos so after 12 weeks you'll be smokin!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 09:45 AM
I have to agree with Tai.
I've just looked at your photo and the last thing you need is surgery.
You are absolutely beautiful and don't you dare think otherwise!!
Your body will tone up with BFL. Just give it the full 12 weeks and you'll see
xx
Body for Life Forum Message by Rhia (129 posts) at 09:46 AM
I am having it done in sept. i am doing bfl hardcore when i get back from the beach. it will work out perfect. i tlaked to my doc about what my goals were and how i wanted to take gymnastics and eventually get into figure and fitness competitions. he is very supportive and thought my goals were reasonable. i am super excited!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 09:49 AM
remember that a plastic surgeon makes their living from people like us. or should i say the people we used to be. you are stronger now than you were when you went for your consultations (and i mean stronger in your thinking). my biggest concern is also my stomach. after four kids and eating like an insane person for so many years it is what i feel is my worst body part but i know that at the end of 12 weeks it will look better than when i started and will only get better get better as time goes by. keep your chin up it will happen.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:57 AM
OK that was a case of a plastic surgeon seeing a chance to make some cha-chiiiiiing!!!! There is NO WAY IN HELL you are going to require a tummy tuck at the end of your 12 weeks. You are going to look awesome!!! Your belly really isn't bad to begin with. I have to agree with Tai, he fed you a line of bull sh** :D
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (128 posts) at 10:01 AM
I have to 2nd Tai-Kee on the BS. My wife weighed 160 after the birth of our 2nd monster. She is 5'6" and very small framed. She did BFL without knowing thats what it was, low fat, high protein and cardio and weights. No Tummy Tuck. She now a size 4 with six pack abs. She has maintained her size for 5 years by living the BFL lifestyle.
Sticking to the program, HIITing those 10's and eating clean is a natural Tummy Tuck. You look great in the before picture, can't wait to see 12 weeks!
Body for Life Forum Message by garrettsmom (65 posts) at 10:02 AM
As someone who is also trying to get back a prebaby body I understand your concern. What they may have meant is that people who get stretch marks don't have very elastic skin, so after losing weight there may be some sagging skin. From what I have read usually people who need to have plastic surgery done after weight loss are those who were extremely overweight for a long period of time. You are pretty young and your skin should still be fairly elastic. You might just need to give it a little time to shrink back up. You already look great in your pictures, I'm sure you'll see wonderful results in 12 weeks !
Body for Life Forum Message by icandoit! (6 posts) at 10:15 AM
First of all, you are beautiful to begin with. My best friend had a tummy tuck after losing weight the wrong way, had complications, and almost died...she is still having troubles. I have found through all the "diets" out there that BFL is not one...it is a life-style change. When you add the weights with the cardio and the eating right, you will feel better and look better. This change is both physical and mental. When you really get into the BFL challenge...you will think yourself crazy for even considering such a procedure. (just my opinion)
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (271 posts) at 10:19 AM
My My My,
Your before pic is um, "HOT". You are beautiful and your tummy will flatten out in no time!! You may have some stretch mark that are not visible in the picture, but you will not have skin hanging when you are done with your 12 week challange. Good luck, Hit your 10's and you will be prebaby bod in no time.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 11:38 AM
You look great. You may have a little sagging skin, but not a lot. You will probably be the only one to really notice it. How much is it worth to you to have it tight? And oh my gosh, you are only 23? Honey don't DON'T do it unless you get your tubes tied. Really. You have a lot of fertile years left, and another pregnancy would stretch you out again.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:55 AM
Either way, my take on it, is if you really need one? and YOU are the only one that can determine this,. Some women will always have that POOCH! and some will not,,, some of it is genetics and some of it is pure laziness.... after you get to where you want to be and if you STILL have a layer of skin hanging down and it is all skin, then I would suggest looking into a moderate tuck, not the whole shebang,,,, I have seen ladies that have lost so much weight that their skin had no more elasticity in it and they had to get tucks in various parts of their body, their skin just did not snap back! But Again, I stress, this is totally up to YOU,,,, do the research, go to a couple consultations and you make the decision, Best of luck sweetie!
Body for Life Forum Message by toni220 (132 posts) at 12:07 PM
I 2nd muscle mommy! Your too young to be thinking that unless your not going to have children again. I know before BFL all my friends said that we were all going to get tummy tucks when we were done having kids. But now seeing what BFL can do. No tummy tuck for me,
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 02:51 PM
Greeting Neighbor!!!!!
I'm from New Orleans, but now live in Mississippi
Anyway, Tai is soooooooooooo right,
BULL **** on the Tummy tuck, You look now, like I want to look like when I'm finished!!! You're beautiful and with just a tiny bit of work your tummy is going to be tight, flat and sexy. My stomach was way out there and I wasn't having a baby, it's was just fat and already after 18 weeks I have amazing results so I KNOW YOU WILL!!!!
you won't need a tummy tuck, that's for people that loose like way over 100 lbs and have loose skin, you skin is not loose and it won't get that way with proper BFL style Exercise and Diet.
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 03:12 PM
sweetie you are alright! as you loose weight your tummy will appear flatter. I have had 2 big babies, stretch marks from h@ll and gone from size 18 to a 10. Yeah I could be anal and have surgery. the skin is a little loose but just wear clothes that don't cut in, in that area. As young as you are you should do just fine.
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 09:36 AM
I weighed yesterday (1day after my freeday on saturday) and am really bummed out, I gained 2.5lbs. I knew I shouldnt have weighed, but my curiosity got the best of me. I am trying to put off weighing again until saturday AM (like usual), but I am having serious doubts about any improvement. I can tell myself its water weight, but Im still disappointed. I know I am getting stronger and I am only in my 3rd week, but I would like to see some kind of improvement in my numbers. Just need some motivation I guess. Thanks for listening:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:37 AM
Weighing the day after free day is a recipe for disaster. Everyone weighs 2-5 heavier the next day.
Just don't do it.
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 09:44 AM
alert! alert! alert! don't weigh after free day!!! always the morning of. stay off of the scale at all cost until that day. i am also tempted by this very same thing daily but so far i have been able to refrain from stepping on the stupid thing until it is time for me to collect my newest measurements at the end of each week. in the past my thinking was "why didn't i lose any weight this week" and then i would just throw in the towel and give up. don't let this way of thinking get into your mind.
you are succeding. the results of all your hardwork are not just what the scale says. i know its been said a hundred times before but muscle does weigh more than fat.
keep your chin up and forget about what our socitiey says we should weigh. BFL is a tried and proven lifestyle change that has helped too many people to count.
you are strong and you will do it!!!! this is just one bad day out of 84.
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (17 posts) at 09:46 AM
Focus on the postive changes you are seeing and forget the scale.
I have trouble following this advise as well because my weight is back up to where I started BFL but my BF% is down.
When I weighed myself on Sunday morniing, I was a little bummed out until I reminded myself of the changes I am seeing in my body and that the weight gain was muscle mass replacing fat...
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 09:50 AM
Urrrggggg the dreaded scale! I get on it ONLY for BFL tracker, my body likes to loose inches not pounds.
I cannot look to the scale for my encouragement, instead, I use being able to breath better in my pants. I use the amazement of feeling muscles in my body hurt that I never knew existed. I use pushing and hitting my 10's in my workouts. Then I look at my scale as I pass it and laugh out loud and say Take THAT!
SCREW the scale, LIVE your life!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:53 AM
AWWWW MAN!!!! No weighing after free day. Not only is that the most inaccurate weight but it only makes you feel awful. Wait until the morning of cheat day before you eat or drink anything. I guarantee if you keep this week clean, you will see a change for the better in the scale at that time :D
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 10:49 AM
thanks guys, I really appreciate your encouragement! I know the pitfalls of weighing after a freeday, but I just couldnt withstand the temptation. I am doing pretty good this week so hopefully I will see some improvement:) Thanks for all your support
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 11:23 AM
I weigh all the time, stupid weight bounces around like a yo-yo. Doesn't really mean squat in the end.
Yours in health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:19 PM
Girlfriend, you NEVER weigh yourself after a FREEDAY,,, it is all water! Always weigh yourself the day prior to your free day and at the same time, I suggest first thing in the morning! That way it is consistent! good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hoping for a lot (107 posts) at 12:27 PM
I weigh myself every morning and every night (I'm a scale addict). This week after my free day I was up 2 pounds, but it was gone 2 days later along with another 1/2 pound. It's hard not to let it get to you, but you have to remember that the scale isn't telling the whole story.
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 09:38 AM
Hubby's suggestion so if you don't like it I'll tell him. I wanted a new name that would make me laugh and this one did it every time.
So it's goodbye (and good riddance) to Elsie (RIP) and heeeeelllllllloooo "Voluptu-ass"
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:51 AM
ROFLMAO....OMG girl I LOVE the name!!!! Very fitting :D
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 09:53 AM
Keep it girl. That sounds like one Booty Babe would have picked for you.
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 10:02 AM
Good pick! I absolutely LOVE It!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 10:07 AM
GREAT NAME! Very clever!
LOL!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 10:10 AM
PERFECT for the Brick Sh** House Babes!!!!! Boy, maybe I should consider a name change too, or an alias.. Thisisitmyass!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 10:19 AM
Hey it's all down to hubby.
Admittedly he was influenced after I told him about the Brick Sh** House Club.
He thinks we're absolutely mad!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 10:21 AM
ROFL! I love it! Maybe I should change my name to J-Dub's Ass.... nah! :P
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 10:41 AM
this one I like..much more inventive then the choices you gave before.
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 11:00 AM
AWESOME Elsie! Soooo much more fitting! & good for hubby for having a sense of humor about this place!...
PS...tell him...WE ARE MAD! LOL! ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by chris p (14 posts) at 11:04 AM
That is too funny. Good for your DH!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 11:45 AM
LMAO (what there is of it) I LOVE it!! Very fitting!
Eve
Body for Life Forum Message by ready2lose (7 posts) at 11:48 AM
Half the fun is reading everyone's name! Great choice.
Steph
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:50 AM
Oh Shi*, we will have the BFL police coming after us soon, LADIES, you need to clean it up alittle bit! and I am sure we will ALL JUST LAUGH! But you go girl! and tell your hubby, YES, We are MAD! about being bodacious!
I WANTED EVERYONE TO GET A MENTAL HERE!
Say hey, HUBBY! look at THIS and turn around with some attitude, and slap that as* and WALK AWAY! YEAH BABYYYYYYY!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 12:07 PM
GOOD ONE!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 12:10 PM
I read your name on another post, I knew it was a new name change by someone familiar, then when i saw it was Elsie I REALLY cracked up!!(no pun intended :) Perfect, perfect perfect!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by annie1104 (49 posts) at 12:16 PM
Love it!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 12:37 PM
Cracked up! HA! Get it??
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (699 posts) at 01:01 PM
Love the new name!!! Perfect!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ToBeThin (64 posts) at 02:11 PM
That name is great!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:14 PM
What a great name! It fits you perfectly :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Jeanie101 (469 posts) at 02:52 PM
I love it!! Perfect for you!! You "Brick Sh** House Babes" are going to have to get special t-shirts!!:P
J-Dub,
Thank You!! I'm glad I'm not the only perv that picked up on that! LOL :D
Body for Life Forum Message by The Stone Oak (945 posts) at 02:59 PM
Perfect !!!
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Lovey75 (292 posts) at 03:01 PM
Love it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:49 AM
I just took this pic after getting home from the gym. I had a really awesome cardio and I am feeling really good today :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 09:53 AM
You're also looking good!!!
You look pumped girl!
Way to go G
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 10:01 AM
I too had a kick ass cardio session, despite the pain from my squats yesterday!!!
You go girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 10:03 AM
By the way G,
I love the way you threw some water on your top to make us think you were working hard.
Geeees, you almost had me fooled for a minute LOL :)
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (530 posts) at 10:03 AM
Look at them guns, girl! Whoot! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 10:06 AM
WOOOOOHOOOOOO! Way to work it girl!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:11 AM
ROFLMAO....Ms. Voluptu-ass :D
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 11:12 AM
WORK IT GIRL!! I think we all need to put sweaty flex pictures up -- for me it's when I feel my best. :P
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 11:14 AM
your pride shines in your pics Lisa, as well it should you're lookin HOT!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 11:15 AM
You look sweaaaaaaaaty! :D I think you worked it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 05:44 PM
LOL OH YEAH!!!! I definitely worked it today and had one of the best cardio sessions I have had in a looong time :D
Thanks for the kind words peeps :D
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 06:21 PM
Hey girl, you got muscles!
You look pretty jazzed...
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 06:23 PM
You know whats sick? :)
We all literally bust our bootays at cardio to the point of no return - however you get to that point where you do it with a big grin because you know how great that pain really is!
Body for Life Forum Message by RJA733 (151 posts) at 10:00 AM
I think i finally have a decent before pic now. I think i am going to get a better quality camera so my face actually shows up next time. Anyway thanks for the support guys and now its on to week 16
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 10:12 AM
Good Luck RJ your going to get there. Stay strong.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:15 AM
Hey, you did an AWESOME JOB!!!!! There are VERY BIG differences between your week 1 pics and your week 12 pics!!!! CONGRATULATIONS my friend!!!! WAY TO GO!!!! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 10:24 AM
Wow you lost over 25lbs of bodyfat - I wish I could!!!!
Stay strong in C2 and the muscle definition will really begin to show.
You're body is shaping up nicely and I especially notice it in your back shots. Look how much smaller your waist looks.
Keep up the good work
V :)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 10:27 AM
You have REALLY slimmed down! Great job for your first 12 weeks. Keep it up, and Men's Health is closer than you think!
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 10:32 AM
Keep up the progress...you'll reach your goal before you know it!! Stay strong and keep up the great work! :) Congratulations on reaching week 12.
Body for Life Forum Message by CharlieOhio (57 posts) at 10:38 AM
RJA,
Your results in weight loss are so consistent... You are on the right road and the program is working...
When you finish your transformation... Your muscles are going to shine! You are going to have one of those physiques that ever man wants to have...
Stay the course!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by midlifemama (216 posts) at 11:28 AM
Great job RJ! Everything looks so much more toned and your side & back shots really show how much progress you have made!
Keep up the great work =)
Body for Life Forum Message by chris p (14 posts) at 02:46 PM
I love your goal and the fact that you've given yourself time to get there. You look great!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 03:26 PM
AWESOME JOB!!!! KEEP IT UP! GREAAT JOB!!!! WOHOO I already PMed you what I thought! ;-)
T
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 03:48 PM
RJA... GREAT work! WOW... 25.3 lbs body fat GONE.. that ROCKS! Keep at it & we'll be looking for that mag cover in 2007 hon! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by vegas120 (56 posts) at 05:00 PM
Wow! Big difference in the back picture between week 8 and 12!!! Congratulations! You are on your way to Men's Health!!
Body for Life Forum Message by RJA733 (151 posts) at 05:03 PM
THANKS GUYS
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 05:05 PM
Now maybe you can show those pearly whites in the next picture, huh? You'll be in the best shape of your life soon and you WILL HAVE TO SMILE THEN! lol
good job!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 05:25 PM
Looking good! You've made great progress! Congrats!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by dwellinpossiblity (5 posts) at 10:56 AM
well i decided to give my life an overhaul, because i am turning the big 25. i feel kind of weird b/c i just kind of feel, this is it, no more being really young. i come from a traditional background and so many girls are getting married and having babies, or even buying their first house. i hold my breath to pay rent at times. i totally just don't feel like doing that. add to that credit card debt, having changed my profession after 5 years (i was gonna go to med school)and having no direction, taking classes, it is so stressful. does anyone have any advice, thanks! i am becoming too addicted to these boards.
to switch gears a bit, i have read a lot of diet programs and think that bfl is best and set to start in three weeks, just due to hectic scheduling. any advice on training for women.....i don't want to suffer any injuries...thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 11:05 AM
All I can say is JUMP IN NOW! why not girl?! As to your world... where do you really wanna go? who do you wanna be? everyone figures that out at dif. times.. Maybe your time is just now :)
So I'll say Welcome :) & as to advise ... grab the BFL book - if you haven't already -read it & then come ask what ever you need here! :)
Take care
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by CJ (19 posts) at 11:12 AM
Welcome dwellin
I am in week 4 of my C1 and I have also been weight-training for many years. Asking questions at the gym is a great way to learn. Also here are a couple things I've learned:
1. Don't be afraid of lifting too much weight. You will not turn into the Hulkette no matter how much you lift. :o)
2. Doing weights according to the BFL time schedule is very important. Short rests and controlled contractions build leaner muscles.
3. Don't forget to work the muscle in both directions, when it is contracting AND when releasing. Some of the most important muscle creation happens when you are releasing the contraction SLOWLY and making the muscle work to release the weight. Contract fast and relelase slow. Up for 1 and down for 3-6 counts.
4. As long as you can do the number of reps required, up your weight to reach the required intensity levels. It took me a couple weeks to realize what a "10" meant for me. I had never really pushed myself that hard before and was shy to. But once I did I saw that it is a safe amount of weight that won't cause injury but that totally pushes you so you can't do another rep.
Hope this helps and all the best. You can do it :o) And about your hectic life remember there may never be a perfect time to start so you may have to just MAKE it happen!! You won't regret it. I know when I started I had no idea how I was going to fit all this into my already 14 hour days. But it fit and it feels so good!!!
CJ
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 11:19 AM
Welcome,
I'm not female, but Nancy Jane my wife most certainly IS. LOL.
If you can get the Body for Life Book, Please do so, best $$ you'll ever spend. Nancy & I are going by the book, and both of us are pleased with results to date.
We actually read and planned for about a week, and took that same week to get familiar with the gym and what exercises we were going to focus on , and to determine the amount of weight with which to start.
The 20's? Man that was half a lifetime ago!! LOL Nancy and I are working to be in the absolute best shape of our lives today. The 2o's were fun, but somewhat overrated and not very productive for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 11:18 AM
okay so to counter act the muscle loss I purposely had 2 freedays in a row. I'm hoping this will cause a good reaction today when I hit the gym. I do feel stronger and I also look a little more full (my muscles) then I did last week. So I'm thinkig this was a pretty good decision. Today I'm going to do my UBWO and I'm hoping to get some increase in weights and also a nice big "pump". Also I'll be slightly increasing my calories starting today as well. Wish me luck, I'll let you guys know how it went at the gym today.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 11:20 AM
Good luck to you!
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Lovey75 (292 posts) at 11:34 AM
It should probably help. I took about 4 1/2 free days in a row (Thurs - Mon) and felt extra strong this morning during my UBWO. Hope you feel it too.
Every time I go on a trip of any kind I totally can't control my eating. What's up with that?
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 11:39 AM
Jay -- was your "muscle loss" something you measured using calipers or a bodyfat scale, or were you eye-balling yourself in the mirror and believed you saw "smaller muscles"?
It makes sense to me that if you are carb-depleted and have no glycogen stored in your muscles, you might look "smaller" because the glycogen stores water and helps fill out the muscle tissue (from a visual standpoint).
That comes into play when it's time for competitors (or BFL hard-core folks) to "pump up" for their final photos/competitions. They go through a complicated process of dehydration/carb depletion/sodium reduction, then carb-load and lift heavy to swell the muscles again.
ANYWAY ... just wanted to try to give you a boost if you were only "seeing" muscle loss and not truly experiencing it. :-)
Karenna
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 02:34 PM
Okay so I just gotta say.....it feels sooo awesome to be so in tune with your body to know when you're eating too much or not enough or even what kind of fuel your body needs. My workout was awesome, some weights went up some didn't but I am soooo pumped right now it's unreal plus my arms feel like they're gonna fall off :)~ One question though, my left bicept seems to be hurting more than my right could this be from my mp3 player strap?
Body for Life Forum Message by Lovey75 (292 posts) at 03:04 PM
Could you barely hold your toothbrush to your mouth after the workout? Or have trouble washing your hair? It was one of those days for me.
Or how about after triceps, you can't crutch yourself around the gym? That's a good one.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 03:07 PM
i couldn't unscrew the cap on my water bottle...took 2 trys lol
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 03:20 PM
Hehehe it is so cool to get that intune with your body! LMAO the other day I worked tri's and chest and well let's just say whole UBWO so hard I leaned inside of my car to get something and my arm almost collapsed it was worn out! LOL love those days! Argggg hurts so good!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 11:28 AM
This question may have already been asked before, but is fat-free miracle whip ok? I just cannot bring myself to eat tuna fish without a little mayo for taste. Just wondering what everyone thought. Thanks.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 11:29 AM
Yep, it's fine. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (623 posts) at 11:42 AM
I think it is just fine.
I even use just a little bit of the Miracle Whip lite sometimes when mustard just doesn't seem to cut it! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 11:42 AM
It's a gift from god :D
I love salmon/miracle whip sammiches :D
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 12:09 PM
I don't want to be the food police but just don't go overboard with it as a lot of those fat free things have high fructose corn syrup in them as one of the first ingredients...not too good for the waistline but in moderation, probably ok. Just my 2 cents.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hoping for a lot (107 posts) at 12:15 PM
I also use Helmans lite. I can't stand fat free, so I go for the lite.
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 12:20 PM
I usually only put 1 tbs. of it in 1 can of water packed tuna. I didn't think it would hurt, but I value everyone's opinion. Thanks for all of the feedback! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (699 posts) at 01:03 PM
yep, 1 tbs is fine!! In fact, just finished eating my sandwich with 1 tbs miracle whip lite, turkey and spinach leaves..yum!
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 01:16 PM
this may sound gross to you, but i don't mayo and have never liked tuna so i put a little mustard and pickle relish in my tuna and eat it that way.
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 02:35 PM
I like pickle relish in my tuna as well.(with the fat free miracle whip) I do not like sweet relish in my tuna at all. I will have to try the mustard thing! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:39 PM
I do light mayo very conservative with dill relish with my Tuna and it is fine! Sweet relish in tuna yuk LOL we are alike!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 02:42 PM
My mother always had a thing about putting sweet relish in the tuna...GROSS! Dill relish just gives it a better flavor.
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (198 posts) at 08:25 PM
I use honey mustard mixed with my tuna. i love it!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by kewlmum5 (109 posts) at 09:37 PM
I now love mustard better than mayo in my tuna also. Someone suggested it ayear ago and Ithought it sounded gross. But then she made me take a taste of her sandwich and I never went back.
Body for Life Forum Message by MikeN (68 posts) at 11:37 AM
Well... As you may have noticed, I haven't updated my stats for the past few weeks. I finally did this week, including some new pictures.
I've never fallen hard off the program, but I have been eating larger portions and sometime un-BFL foods... This happens almost exclusively during lunchtime for me.
I almost never cheat much on my cheat day, and I dont skip workouts (even when out of town). Many of you also know that I took up cycling in March as extra cardio/workout as well (Did over 200 miles in the past 2 weeks).
I continue to praise the program, because I do find that maintaining on it is very easy.... and I do know that it works for weight loss WHEN YOU ARE DEDICATED.
However, this has been my problem the past 2 months or so. I partially blame it on the fact that I moved to a new office, and I dont have a "kitchen" yet. I am working on the cabinets, and have the fridge here now... so I won't have that excuse for long! Then I can start making better foods, eating in, and saving money. If nothing else, it will be an excuse no more.
What does this all mean? Well, I'm not quite sure :) I still have quite a way to go for my personal goals in regards to my body fat, and haven't minded so much that it's taken a bit longer then I wanted... given that I know I'm not giving the program 100%.
Thanks to all those that express their issues, their resolutions, and continued support for each other.
Mike N
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 11:57 AM
sounds like you've got a pretty good hold of the situation to me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:05 PM
atleast you recognize where you need to tighten up, maybe a little of extra planning could have helped, but you are all over it now, so pick yourself up and hit it! good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 12:09 PM
Here..take my hand and jump back on.
What are you currently eating for lunch? Do you have any shops/restaurants locally where you could buy authorised foods?
Anything that distracts you from your routine can shake you up a little, but you have to stay motivated and find ways to work around these setbacks.
It will be hard - BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE!! Stop making excuses and start finding ways to make little changes over the next few days that will help you get back on track.
We're here for you if you need us
V xx
Body for Life Forum Message by MikeN (68 posts) at 09:23 PM
Yea, spose so.... Just gotta keep at it! :P
Mike N
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 09:28 PM
I say doing what you can for now is better than doing NOTHING for now. When you can, get back to being DEDICATED and get those DRAMATIC results.
Take care,
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:38 AM
OK GOTCHA! Ha HA! Tearing this place up is WHAT IS HAPPENING! THat's right, UHH HUH!
LOL! Yeah I am fired up AGAIN, but that Versa Climber or commonly known as the "GIANT STAIRS" kicked my as* this morning! Man, tore me up, and I was just a Huffing and Puffing but damn it, I didn't quit! Sweat just a dripping off of me! Can't let HAMMER TIME and my BRICK "SH**" HOUSE CLUB down! NO WAY! So by me being your Captain, you have HELD ME ACCOUNTABLE! I think it is great! Ok, Ok,,,, My Tri's are tight from yesterday, chock that workout up as a "10" and today will be NO DIFFERENT! My Bis and Lats will be screaming later! OH YEAH! GIVE IT TO ME BABYYYYYYYYYYY!
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (530 posts) at 11:41 AM
Girl, what the heck do you drink in the mornings........cause I need me some of that! LOL!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 11:41 AM
Versa Climber?! I thought the step mill was the big stairs ...
Hmmm ... we don't have a versa climber at my gym, but the step mill (four steps that rotate like an escalator) kicked my butt when I gave it a long workout two weeks ago).
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 11:42 AM
Well, I had the opposite this morning.
The girls from the gym didn't show up to OPEN the damn place until 7am - 30 minutes late!
On Tuesdays I have to start work at 745 - so that only gave me extremely limited time to get my workout in today.
I did some weights instead of HIIT - and I'll be heading back to the gym after work to get my HIIT in.
Damn unreliable staff! Doesn't happen when the manager works mornings I tell you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:47 AM
Tai, that is why I am always a member of 24 hour fitness, no excuses for them! Or I have a little gym set up at home for extreme late mornings which do happen on occassion... Go find some stairs and run up them a few times, that will light you up!
Getnlean! What do I Drink in the morning, LOL! I take 2 LeanFire "Energy solution" from INSTONE and drink some coffee before I hit the gym and then it is all water and green tea for the afternoon to help me stay awake for the evening hours,,,,
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (530 posts) at 11:53 AM
Ooooh, LeanFire Energy Solution......must try some of that! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:57 AM
Sly Stallone has his own company and he has various suppliments, as always I love being the Guiney Pig for new supplements! Go to INSTONE.COM and you can order some online and they also sell it at GNC!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 12:06 PM
Man, you are on fire girl...way to motivate us all!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 01:22 PM
I love Booty BABE! isn't she a babe?!
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 01:31 PM
I love Booty Babe too. She just seems to always throw off all of this positive energy. You are my kind of person. Don't know what the Sh?t house would do without you.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (508 posts) at 01:37 PM
Booty Babe, I'll take two of whatever your having!
hehehe!
Loved your post--just what I needed to hear today.
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 01:39 PM
I'll have what she's having!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 02:06 PM
Well T~N~T,,,,, you just reminded me of "HARRY MET SALLY" and she had faked an ORGASM! right there in the restraurant! Man, was that funny shi*! I love that scene! CRACKED ME THE FU** UP! I still laugh at it and then that old lady saids," I'll have what she is having!" LMAO! TOO FUNNY!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:15 PM
We don't have a 24 hour fitness - boy I wish we did! I'd be there at 5am instead of 6! And I do have weights at home - but while Im sitting in the parking lot at the gym that doesn't help too much.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:17 PM
And I don't want to be built like a brick S**t house :( - I want to be more leaner and less bulky, so I guess that would make me a portaloo right?
:P
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:53 PM
Lol Girls! I really wish they would just hand out free protien and stuff! I mean how can we afford it!
yea, I'll have what your haven girl you rock!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 04:59 PM
Tai Kee, It is only a figure of speech, to have some meat in the right places,,, you know T & A! LOL.... no worries, I still love you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lovey75 (292 posts) at 11:40 AM
Whenever I go out of town I can't stop eating junk! Anyone else run into this problem? I went to Denver from Thursday through Monday for work. My wife came with and we went out to eat every night and I definitely didn't make sensible choices. Each night dinner consisted of an appetizer, main course and definitely dessert. Anyone ever see the brownie sundae at Cheesecake Factory? I ate my piece of cheesecake and my wife's brownie sundae. It was enormous. If you saw it, you would be shocked.
Any way, now that I'm back home, I seem to be back on track.
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 11:44 AM
Papa Love ... you are going to have a REALLY, REALLY hard time "controlling" your eating while your wife's pregnant. Not because she will be oinking out on junk necessarily, but because (if you're anything like me and my hubby) she'll be eating a lot more frequently and probably a lot more quantity, which will make YOU want to eat the same way. :-)
Who knows -- pregnancy hormones are so strong maybe you are affected by them, too.
Edit addition: Sorry I ignored the point of your question ... I don't have an answer for that. :-) I know that I can't ride five minutes in the car without having something to drink -- perhaps it's a habit you've gotten into and will have to work hard at breaking.
Learn to love your veggies, my friend, because you'll need something relatively benign to gnosh on ...
:-)
Body for Life Forum Message by CharlieOhio (57 posts) at 11:59 AM
When I go out of town I take a jump rope, exercise bands and a core ball(inflate it at the hotel. Get a good band.
I can do:
1) curls (w/bands)
2) straight up rows (w/bands).
3) Shoulder presses (....)
4) situps/crunches
5) Jump rope for cardio.
6) back extensions (core ball or bands)
7) core ball crunches..
I think you can do a lot of this stuff without your ankle..
I find that when my workouts don't stop.. My motivation doesn't stop either...
Body for Life Forum Message by Lovey75 (292 posts) at 01:51 PM
I still did my workout. I did upper body on Friday morning at the hotel. They had some nice equipment and a nice selection of dumbbells.
The problem: I feel like I'm on vacation, well I am, but I think I can eat like there is no tomorrow.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:57 PM
I'm a little worried about that with my upcoming vacation. I'm going to Florida for a week next month. The good thing is I know I will eat plenty of fresh seafood, and I have no problem ordering it grilled or broiled. The bad news is the desserts, which I know I will be faced with, and which will be very very very hard to avoid. We are renting a condo, so we will have a full kitchen and I plan on filling the fridge with fresh fruit, cottage cheese, veggies, and other good stuff for breakfasts and midmeals. I'd bring bars, but I'm going to be on a beach... not very heat-friendly! So I plan on doing the best I can and not beating myself up afterwards, but it IS something that is on my mind.
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 02:01 PM
No, you CAN control your eating, you're choosing not to. That probably sounds harsh, but no one is forcing you to make bad decisions. You may need to rethink why you are doing this. Eating that way when you have to go out of town will put a real damper on your progress. If you ARE on vacation, that's one thing and you should enjoy it but if it's business trips you really need to stay focused and stop telling yourself that you can't control it. It is in you to conquer that.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 02:16 PM
Supergirl is right. If you tell yourself you can't control it you run the danger of turning that into fact. If you're not going to stay on program while you're on vacation, make that a conscious decision. It is not the end of the world to consciously decide you're taking a break. It is not the end of your challenge if you take a break. Just don't try to fool yourself.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:22 PM
J-Dub you don't even like dessert - what are you talking about!
*just keep saying that to yourself before you go*
Repeat after me:
I don't like sweets - I prefer savory foods....
Body for Life Forum Message by Lovey75 (292 posts) at 02:34 PM
I agree with you guys, I just needed someone to say it. I'm going to get myself prepared to stay on track with my next vacation coming less than 3 weeks from now. Thanks for the "TOUGH LOVE".
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 02:42 PM
"KICK!!!!!" there now stop thinking that way.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 03:49 PM
OK Tai, let me try that...
Ahem.
"I don't even like... HEY! IS THAT PIE??"
OK, so I have some work to do. :P
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 04:26 PM
Lovey, I am going to print something out that Larry put on the BFL guestbook yesterday. He thinks of this everytime he wants a glazed donut. It is the autobiography of Portia Nelson in 5 short chapters.
I
I walk down the street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I fall in. I am lost. I am helpless. It isn't my fault. It takes forever to find a way out.
II
I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I pretend I don't see it. I fall in again. I can't believe I am in the same place. But, it isn't my fault. It still takes a long time to get out.
III
I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I see it is there. I still fall in. It's a habit. My eyes are open. I know where I am. It is my fault. I get out immediately.
IV
I walk down the same street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk. I walk around it.
V
I walk down another street...
So the next time you are confronted with a glazed donut what will you do? Choice 4 or 5 would be best, you should probably walk away from it or choose a healthier food.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 11:01 PM
I think it easy to think that making an exception in your eating won't really matter. And yes, what's a few calories. But, what can really make a difference is changing your focus from "How can I do my best?" to "What can I get away with?". Trust me, it's the change of focus that's a killer, not the calories!
I take the approach of thinking that every single meal and workout makes a difference...because it does!
Glad you're getting back on track...
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by ready2lose (7 posts) at 11:51 AM
Good morning everyone! I have a question, is anyone else suffering from headaches after their UBWO? Everytime I do my UBWO the next day I get an almost migrane! It is really getting to be unbearable! I figured I am straining my neck somehow but I am trying to be more careful, still I am getting them. Any input appreciated!
Thanks for all the great posts, I just started my program on the 23rd May!
Steph
Body for Life Forum Message by getnlean (530 posts) at 11:55 AM
You might check your breathing. Alot of people tend to hold there breath when they lift without even realizing it. Either that or you are really tensing those neck muscles, and in that case concentrate on relaxing your neck while lifting. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 12:04 PM
I have been having migraines off and on since about 2-3 weeks ago but it might be my blood pressure, if though it is not high, with me having circulation issues in my calves, it might have something to do with it, I usually take some tynenol and take a few "quiet minutes" to myself and that usually takes care of it! And I concur with the breathing, it is a very important part when exercising! Got to get o2 to the muscles!
Body for Life Forum Message by success072305 (26 posts) at 12:16 PM
OK, so I know I am not pregnant. But any and all food is just gagging me. I tried to eat tuna, noodles peas and italian dressing GAG!!!!!! So I went to Publix to get a raost beef sand. Trying to gag that down, I think I will take the meat off and just eat a veggie sand. Has anyone had this problem? I am not even hungry either. I had cereal this morning and the veggies and totilla with salsa dip (my favorite) but that is it and I feel full. I have to go do weights this evening I don't want to ruin my lifting power.
HMMMMM..... HELP
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 12:33 PM
Are you 100% sure you're not the "P" word?
Body for Life Forum Message by success072305 (26 posts) at 12:43 PM
oh yes, I have had my tubes tied for anout 6 yrs now and I always go through this food phase. I think it is just around TOM. I will just drink lots of water.
Body for Life Forum Message by Laura (55 posts) at 12:35 PM
I have been up all night & morning with a fire feeling in my stomach and running potty ( sorry for TMI ) so I didn't workout this morning from myself hurting so bad and being so tired from not sleeping.... so was that right to skip my workout ? I have no fever but I have the chills and feel a little nauseous. And what about tom'w ? If I am feeling better should I just carry on with my planned HIIT or do something less or nothing and make sure I am rested and fine ?
Thank you!
Laura
Body for Life Forum Message by Laura (55 posts) at 12:41 PM
I just read the post below about working out when sick.
I guess I will just see how I feel in the morning.
Thanks :)
Body for Life Forum Message by gwoods (17 posts) at 12:49 PM
I normally use the elliptical machine when doing my HITT, my question, is it better to concentrate on speed for your 10 or use more resistance with less speed for your 10. What is everyone doing for their HITT. Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 12:51 PM
I haven't done it on an elliptical yet, but I think it would be a combination of both. You just need to challenge yourself as much as you can!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 12:53 PM
For the first challenge I upped the speed - this time I am upping the resistance.
Both are great workouts that challenge you in completely different ways - however, as long as you are hitting those intervals either way works fine :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ready2lose (7 posts) at 12:58 PM
I use the Eliptical for my HIIT workout also. I have found that I up the level once for each minute and try the up the speed as well. Then lower the level back down as well as my speed! All I know is by minute 19-20 I am at level 10 trying to maintain 80rpm's for me this is definately a "10"!!!! Good luck and just play with it, as long as you are pushing it, you'll know if you hit the 10's!!
Steph
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 01:22 PM
I usually raise the resistance for each level. Sometimes I'll keep the resistance the same for 9 and 10, but just increase speed for 10.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 01:27 PM
I always raise the resistance for my HIIT.
Body for Life Forum Message by toni220 (132 posts) at 01:04 PM
I noticed that I am breaking out more all over. Is it cause the water is getting rid of the toxins or what? is this normal?
Body for Life Forum Message by spideysgirl (8 posts) at 01:08 PM
I have found that I am breaking out alot too. I really think it has to do with the water. I am breaking out all over my shoulders and chest, i hope it goes away soon.
Body for Life Forum Message by FinallyReady (28 posts) at 01:12 PM
Could it be from sweating and not changing your clothes right away?
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 01:13 PM
I got it on my back for yrs. but now on my face! is this a joke?!
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 01:18 PM
It's the sweat most likely, I took my daughter to the dermatologist the other day for breakouts on the top of her back and he said it is from sports and sweating. He gave her some medicine for it and a wash to use.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:18 PM
I can't be sure about this, but I think initially yeah, your body is getting rid of a lot of toxins and the water is helping that happen. But my skin has gotten clearer since doing BFL and drinking all of this water, so hopefully it will clear up soon for all of you. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 01:21 PM
I'm breaking out something fierce this week. I'm assuming it's part of PMS. My hormones all shifted when I changed my eating habits. Now I get acne, body hair, regular perriods--things I didn't have to deal with before.
Body for Life Forum Message by MsJerra (45 posts) at 01:30 PM
Yeah its from the sweat....try using Neutrogena Body Wash...it has acne fighters in it. Its a clear bottle with orange soap in it...usually in the face cream/makeup dept. I get mine at Walmart and it work great. They also have one for your face.
Body for Life Forum Message by MHall (28 posts) at 01:05 PM
Thank you to everyone that answered my post regarding a tummy tuck. I know that these doctors are looking at the money but I do have a lot of stretch marks they are not visiable in my pictures but beleive me they ARE there and they are MANY!!!
However I am encouraged by the fact that so many people have not had to take such drastic measures and am looking forward to a new way of life!
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 01:45 PM
im with ya girlie. im bigger than you and ive lost 60 lbs since 98. i was very discouraged about my mid section, i dont know if i will have a pooch or not when all is said and done. you have a beautiful body, your mid section looks great! dont worry about the stretch marks. i have alot of them on my belly mostly from being prego. i just dont care anymore, i tan and that seems to help. i know im looking and feeling better everyday. and the way i look at it is... there will always be parts of my body i wanna change, some of those things i will have control over some i wont. i think my stretch marks are just gonna be one of those things i cant change. ill wear my 2 piece bathin suit and wear it proud, belly pooch or stretch marks. the only thing i might look into when im at a comfortable weight is having the stretch marks lasered(sp) good luck to ya!
heather
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 02:07 PM
I have HUGE ones on my butt - cause it's the ever expanding area lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 02:23 PM
Just wanted to say I know how you feel...I also visited a plastic surgeon. After having lost 80lbs the stretch marks are awful and EVERYWHERE!! Tanning really helps me feel more confident and with time and the right amount of dedication I know I will NOT need to get a tummy tuck and neither will you! Good Luck, You can do it!! Crystal
Body for Life Forum Message by MHall (28 posts) at 01:06 PM
Thank you to everyone that answered my post regarding a tummy tuck. I know that these doctors are looking at the money but I do have a lot of stretch marks they are not visiable in my pictures but beleive me they ARE there and they are MANY!!!
However I am encouraged by the fact that so many people have not had to take such drastic measures and am looking forward to a new way of life!
And no I am not having any more babies I have my girl, my boy and I adopted my sister so I feel blessed with that.
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (128 posts) at 01:21 PM
Great attitude! You will do great on BFL! Keep us posted.
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 01:22 PM
Hey MHall - that's what we're here for :)
Please, just give BFL a chance first and then if all else fails consider surgery.
Take care
V xx
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 01:39 PM
im kickin it up a notch this challenge with weights,cardio,etc. really pushin myself. i was wondering what ab workouts you do. your mid section is awesome!! id love to have a six pack eventually, but as im going along id like my belly to not be so jelly belly lookin. thanks, heather
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 02:00 PM
Now, this is what I do, not saying that other AB routines do not work, but this one works for me: I use CORE SECRETS from Gunther Peterson.. I think that is his last name and you can find it online at CORESECRETS.com and I love it, it really works all areas of your ABS and the other thing is your DIET, it has to be clean or it won't matter what you do, they won't show!
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (385 posts) at 02:07 PM
Hey Booty - Did you get it the "program"? If so how many videos have you gotten and is it worth the $20 per month or do you just cancel after you get the first one?
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (800 posts) at 02:16 PM
or tummy tucks :) they help too..lol.
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 02:17 PM
id like to know too. ive watched the informercial about 5bazillions times and thought about ordering. i did order pilates and i dont use it. i just checked coresecrets, they have a special for $9.95.
do you do the videos in addition to the body for life program? im eating on plan without a problem,maybe i need to change things up.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 02:28 PM
I have done so many Challenges I am now tailoring my workouts to what my body responds too,, I still do the pyramid system with the weights, sometimes I go the opposite direction and start heavy and go down.... Right now, I am doing 3 days on, 1 off and the off day, I swim. I rest on my free day and that is it... YES, I did Core Secrets on Weight days and that was 3 days a week, toward the end of my last challenge I did them every other day unless they were sore!
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 02:48 PM
cool thanks for the help. i need to get at least another challenge under my belt so i know what my body responds to before i change anything. the only modification i made to the program is the numbers 15,12,10,8,15. i have a ball already, i suppose i could just incorporate an ab workout for weight days using my ball.
i definately think getting a gym membership will help, i think im getting a little bored with what i have availible at home with my bench and treadmill. i think that will be my reward at the end of the challenge.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 05:24 PM
sometimes a small change is all you need to motivate your self! Crank up the tunes, take a jog or get a punching bag and beat the total hell out of it, that is what I feel like doing right now!
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 01:49 PM
i was looking through the profiles the other day and a thought came to mind. you know how when someone makes it really famous and then all of a sudden a nude photo shows up of them when they were younger and never thought they would make it??? has anyone else ever thought about what the reaction would be to a before picture if by chance they became really famous one day? i could see it now, People, US, and Inside Entertainment covering the big story.
i know, i have crazy thoughts but what can i say.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 01:50 PM
Ha! Good thing I don't have to worry about THAT! :P
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 01:54 PM
Yeah I would be like YUP that was me at one point and now look at me and everyone can do this! I would so turn it round I would be def. Helping BPhillips with the great American Transformation. LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 08:39 PM
not many of us are very young so I don't think it'd be very possible.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 08:42 PM
Kinda gives you incentive to get to that "after" condition and maintain it indefinitely.
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (83 posts) at 09:06 PM
Wow I never thought of that they own those pictures when we turn them in. Is anyone on there way to be a star. I want first dibs on that photo sale :) make me some money haha
Body for Life Forum Message by ToBeThin (64 posts) at 02:17 PM
Mine has left me.
I KNOW I'm not pregnant.
I KNOW my bf isn't too low for TOM. (makes me laugh just typing that).
Not that I mind not having it....I could really care less, but I'm a week late. I'm NEVER late. Can the amount of exercise we are doing cause this? OR....
AM I GETTIN' OLD???"??????????????
no no no no no no no no. I'm sure it isn't that.
right? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:21 PM
So your TOM is MIA ..... hmmmm maybe delayed. It happened to me a few times like a week or 2 delay. I was miserable waiting too!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 02:22 PM
What a coincidence!!
I was getting worried too as I'm nearly a week late, but fortunately I just started about 1/2 hour ago.
Maybe our cycles are starting to synchronise. I spend enough darn time with you guys so it's a possibility!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Knox (197 posts) at 02:19 PM
Ok, I'm sure this subject's come up before, but I can't find a thread on it. Is anybody here using BFLW? I bought it for my wife, and she was a little disappointed that it was such a departure from Bill P.'s approach. Can you guys give me thoughts on reconciling this new book to the original that we're all so dang addicted to?
Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 02:25 PM
I just brought a thread back to the top for ya that I wrote on it a week ago ...
Body for Life Forum Message by Knox (197 posts) at 02:26 PM
You rule, T...thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by chris p (14 posts) at 02:43 PM
This is C1 week 8 and I have to tell you I really work up a sweat. The thing is I take a shower after my workout because I go to the gym at lunch (it’s really close and I can take a little extra time at lunch). But I sweat for at least a good half hour or more after. I’ve tried using powder, I’ve tried making my shower a little bit colder towards the end, I just don’t know what else to do. I’m not smelly, but it drips down my back.
Any suggestions?
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:46 PM
nope sorry!
I have the samething! don't you hate it!
What I do is put a towel you know the lil one on my back under my shirt for the time after the SHIIT. it works if you are sitting strait in your chair with your back against the chair, or if you are like me,,, the towel sticks! lol
Corinne
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 02:46 PM
congratulations!!!!! you're burning fat "after" your workout :)~ One thing that I've noticed since eating the BFL way is I don't have BO anymore. I'm not all nervous when I sweat now that I'm going to clear the room. Also it really cools me down at work. I wouldn't sweat it HA HA HA I kill me lol
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (128 posts) at 02:49 PM
I go to the gym early, come home to shave, shower, etc. By the time I get all my clothes on and start out door, the 'sweats' fire up again. I jump in the car and crank up the AC before I need another shower!
Body for Life Forum Message by chris p (14 posts) at 03:04 PM
Young Guns you crack me up!
I'll try the towel thing.
It's a very manic thing though isn't it? I know it's because I'm buring fat and I as I feel it dripping down my back I'm so excited that I'm practically jumping out of my seat, but at the same time I'm embarrased. I'll get over that though as I shrink.
Body for Life Forum Message by MHall (28 posts) at 02:44 PM
I was just wondering what eating cleans really means.
I eat only athorized foods but I think some people on the board take a step further.
Like someone was saying how they want a six pack and someone else said you have to eat really clean.
So what does eating clean consist of. Do you still take a free day? Thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 04:31 PM
Eating clean means only eating authorized foods during non-free days. No nibbles, no cheats, just staying on plan. But yes, free days are still included.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondeambyshun (16 posts) at 04:39 PM
Eating clean to me is just strictly limiting bars or anything with high sugar, salt and/or flour content. I've found that not eating any kind of RTD shake or bars (except when I need to, about 2 or 3 times/week) have helped me a little too. I also eat more natural foods, but spice them up with a packet of splenda, cinnamon or pepper. I heard Mrs dash is good too. I still take a free day, but I'm beginning to think just taking 2 or 3 free meals would be better. Hope this helps a little..
PS...whole foods always seem to be a prefered choice.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 02:51 PM
Well it is that time again for promotions for the Military and yet AGAIN, I was overlooked for promotion to E-8! Which is Senior Chief... The highest you can go is Master Chief or E-9. I am presently an E-7 or Chief Petty Officer! I get so aggravated at the process, and I know in my heart that I deserve to be promoted but this is not a gender friendly career sometimes. Yes, I am tough and very honest,, but I feel that I have done more than was ever expected of me and yet again, I am not advanced and I am getting PISSED OFF.... If you didn't know, there is an extremely fine line between aggressive and abbrasive and it is separated by your sexual organs! And I KNOW that I have bigger "Cojones" than most men! And I think that is what causes the most trouble!
Sorry, but that is how I feel,, Had to get it off my chest! WhEEEEEW! Now I feel better! ;)-
Body for Life Forum Message by success072305 (26 posts) at 02:55 PM
I believe it!!! You deserve that. Do they know who you are??? LOL. Good Luck next time around.
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 02:56 PM
ok! I feel you! let it out girl! My dad was over looked for master chief this year! I was so mad! I mean he was an acting CEO for 3 months and had to run the ship and do electrition work at the same time! Boy was I p****ed. YOu know what I mean? oh way ! I was mad!
Body for Life Forum Message by Heathergettinbuff (118 posts) at 03:04 PM
that really sucks!!! how often do they review for promotions?? sad that in this day and age that there's still discrimination out there.
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (33 posts) at 03:04 PM
That really sucks, I am sorry to hear that for you. I am sure you went above and beyond, I can tell that about you :> Hang in there, you never know what is just around the corner!!
((hugs)) from one booty babe to another!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 03:13 PM
That must be real tough. Especially since you've been there for many years.
Unfortunately women who choose to have a career in a male dominated proffession always have to work twice as hard to prove their worth and I'm speaking from the heart. Being an engineer and one of only two women in a company of over 100 employees is always a challenge, but all that matters to me is the fact that I know I'm bloody good at what I do and I can do it just as good as any man.
Don't let it get to you BB your time will come one day.
It's their loss!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 03:15 PM
Yeah, I hope... thanks! Just alittle pissed off at the system!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 03:17 PM
Big hugs! So sorry!!! I know what in the hell is wrong with them! I swear they don't know who they are dealing with do they! Wait until that article comes out! Grrrrrr How about a little bi-cep in your face or how would you like to feel the power of my quads LMAO. I just want to make you laugh. Well, I know this will not get you down but it does suck big time! Sorry!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 03:22 PM
That blows! What a let down! Keep venting if you need to, we're here to listen.
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (17 posts) at 03:31 PM
Sorry to hear about you being passed over. Like you said, there are a lot of men who are afraid of strong willed women.
Hang in there because your time will come and it will be something great! IMHO, things truly happen for a reason, I just wish I had the patience to wait for them.
From the progress you have made and your overall attitude, I think you would be a great personal trainer or motivational speaker once you decide retire from the Navy....
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 03:40 PM
Damn Udenia, that's just WRONG !! Can they at least give you a solid reason?.. or what the hell they want from you that you aren't already DOING! Flippin "boys club mentality" drives me crazy! GRrrr.....
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 03:43 PM
I'm really sorry, Udenia. I work in a male-dominated profession too, and I know how that feels. I work harder than every man in this place. Can ya bench press anybody to make yourself feel better? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 03:43 PM
Hey BB!!,
I'm sorry to hear your news. My step-father is in the Navy and has been passed over for Senior and Master...for political (office politics) reasons...you know what I'm talking about. And it doesn't matter that he works longer and harder and better than anyone else up for promotion...he just doesn't get involved in the b.s. and because of that he's been held back.
Keep your chin up...you're a force to be reckoned with and you'll get your glory in one way or t'other.
Take care,
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 04:12 PM
Yeah I know, and I really am trying to maintain my focus toward what is really important, I mean a $500 pay raise a month would be nice especially for a single mother! but I just hope that when I retire that I can be a motivation speaker and help people to live a better life but it still bothers me,,, I deserve it and they know it! No it won't stop me and THEY will eat their words because I am going to be bigger than they ever thought! People like you keep me reved up!
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! (38 posts) at 04:16 PM
Booty -- I can't comment on the military aspect, but I've hired my share of people in the business world -- from what I can tell in the right field YOU WOULD FLY!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 05:43 PM
OK Booty Beauty, I think you should go down there and bench press the current master chief and say whose your daddy now??!!!?!?!! PROMOTE ME PEE WEE!!!!!!
:D you know your the sh** girl :D
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 05:49 PM
lol! I love you guys! ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 07:30 PM
I think I already scare men so that would be hilarious! But I probably could! LOL!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (40 posts) at 07:58 PM
Hmmm... you just recently promoted from "C2" to "C3." And there's no doubt you're well on your way to C4 and beyond! :)
Promotions "For Life" are the best of all!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 08:03 PM
Booty,
sorry your pi**ed. I've never been military, but I have been in your situation a few times. It would be nice to get a reason why, and what can/should change so next time you wont be passed over. Not much help, but you have my best wishes.
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (518 posts) at 08:24 PM
First, before I irritate anyone, let me pass on my condolences and sadness for your disappointment. Having participated in that advancement system, I know the disappointment associated with finding one’s name low on the advancement list; far below the cutoff.
That being said, please let me preface my words with the following facts. I like Booty Babe a lot. I respect her even more. Not only for the dedication shown in her Navy career but in her BFL efforts. She’s also a class act! Okay, now that you know that I mean no harm or personal attack in my thoughts, here goes.
The military has been transformed into a social experiment where diversity and ‘touchy-feely’ is more important than the mission and performance. I find it difficult (not impossible, but difficult) that gender would be the discriminating factor for missing an advancement. Today’s military supervisors are fearful of offending anyone that the military defines as a ‘minority’… ie, female in this case. Having supervised many female sailors in my time (some good, some bad, some great), I know for a fact that performance was the critical factor in evaluations. Gender never, EVER entered into my thoughts. True, some people that I believed to be ‘less deserving’ got advanced and those I believe to be outstanding performers missed out, but there were other factors that played into the determination.
Additionally, I remember sitting on advancement boards and I was FORCED (lawful order) to justify the reasons behind why EVERY ‘minority’ that did not earn the advancement. Only ‘minorities’ received this special treatment and that, by definition, is discrimination. But the reasoning behind this demand was to cover their own butts if anyone brought up discrimination charges. Again, touchy-feely was more important than performance.
Booty, should you be disappointed? Yes! You believe that you earned that advancement and you are now hurt that you won’t get it. My heart goes out to you. But, and I write this with respect… is it truly a case of sexual discrimination? And if it is, why not use the sexual discrimination system to bring official charges against those that remain decades behind the current culture?
I hope I did not hurt your feelings. You know that is NOT my intent. But, if this is a true case of discrimination, tolerating the discrimination will not solve the problem. Tolerating improper actions is a silent endorsement of those actions. Sometime the proper path to walk is the more difficult path. You’re standing at a fork in the road. Which path will you take?
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (103 posts) at 09:14 PM
Udenia, I am sorry that you have once again been passed up. As a fellow female with "balls" enough to stand up for what is right ( and get called a b*tch about it...but if I was a guy, I would be cool..you know the deal), I understand how you feel. I am also ex-military and this is one reason why I am EX military, but I still do work for the Federal Government. I KNOW you kick ass, know your sh*t. I also know that it intimidates the hell out of a lot of people. Well... oh well. YOU ARE ONE HELL OF A STRONG WOMAN!! If they don't want to promote you...definitely their loss. Yes...I can understand the disappointment. If I could promote YOU, I would!! You just stick to your guns,stay strong, and as they have...good things will come your way. Perhaps this is a sign that when you retire (is that possible for such a young woman, so soon??), you will be the exercise diva...Bootylicious?? I THINK SO!!!
You mean a lot to all of us...Please don't forget that! KANA
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (271 posts) at 09:51 PM
that sucks! you've still accomplished alot and we're all looking up to you on the tracker site. hope you feel better soon!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jessicatbrando (3 posts) at 03:16 PM
Hi I am new here, I had done BFL 5 years ago for seven weeks then stopped. Now back starting now.
I just want to know how others have overcome (if they have had this problem) not sticking to your plan.
I feel like I cannot believe or trust myself to start and finish this in twelve weeks.
I start off with a BANG then after three days stop or cheat.
Please help!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Crackle26 (28 posts) at 03:20 PM
i cant give much advice because i cant stick with it 100% either. however, many people have told me that this is body for LIFE...so, if you cheat or miss a workout, just jump back up and start fresh the next day or meal. dont stress out over a few bumps in the road. just keep going. this board is great for support. youre doing the right thing by asking for help.
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (385 posts) at 03:27 PM
The biggest help to a lot of us is keep coming here.
Another thing is if you have a bad day don't beat yourself uf about it - start the next day as if it didn't happen.
One other thing is plan - if you write down what you will eat and when you will work out it's a lot easier to stick with it than winging it.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 04:16 PM
I have started and stopped just about every diet plan there is, including BFL (which isn't really a diet plan, but you know what I mean). But this board made all the difference and I actually finished 12 weeks. Post here. A lot. Ask for help. If you cheat, get rid of the rest of the cheat food (if there is any left), brush yourself off, and keep going. If you feel like stopping, ask for help. Make it harder for yourself to cheat. And did I mention posting here? Yeah, do that. A lot. :)
Welcome to Tracker, by the way!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jessicatbrando (3 posts) at 04:47 PM
Jessicatbrando said:
Hi I am new here, I had done BFL 5 years ago for seven weeks then stopped. Now back starting now.
I just want to know how others have overcome (if they have had this problem) not sticking to your plan.
I feel like I cannot believe or trust myself to start and finish this in twelve weeks.
I start off with a BANG then after three days stop or cheat.
Please help!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 04:55 PM
I struggle with motivation myself. But like the previous posters have said, if you fall down, get back up and keep on going. I lamed out during week 4, but I got right back up and started week 5 like it had never happened.
Also, I want to add this: If you want a DRAMATIC transformation you will have to give it everything you have. Focus is the key. However, I, at this point, am not interested in a DRAMATIC transformation. I just want to transform: eat healthy and exercise consistently. So, I don't always exercise to the point of exhaustion and I don't eat whole grains or many fruits, etc. I still eat the 5-6 meals a day and I try to keep it lowfat and I am controlling my portions, but you see what I'm getting at overall. I am taking my time and easing into this program. Otherwise I would burn out quickly. I want this to be for life, not for just 12 weeks. As I progress with each 12 week period, my intensity will increase. But for right now, I am doing what I can. What that has turned out to be is, consistent exercise and consistent eating right. So I consider myself successful. So, if you are intimidated or overwhelmed by the intensity of the program, then tone it down for now and work your way into it. Build up the intensity. Once you have some new habits in place, upping the intensity will be a lot easier. You'll be able to focus on that. I don't know about you, but I can't focus on too many things at the same time or I just give up everything.
I also agree that PLANNING, PLANNING and MORE PLANNING are vital and essential to keeping on track. Have contingency plans in place in case something comes up that might set you off course.
And, yes, come here for the great support and insight.
Best wishes,
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Chris (271 posts) at 05:10 PM
5 years ago I did BFL for 5 weeks then I blew it, I have trouble finishing things also. I think what has helped me in this challange is I was not happy with myself, I was starting to let myself go. So I decided to do something about it. I guess that was my motivation.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jessicatbrando (3 posts) at 05:33 PM
I tried to post a new message and it posted the original one- operater error- I just wanted to say Thanks! for the encouragement!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 08:24 PM
I'm not sure I can offer anything but encouragement. Maybe talk to JSHELTON, as he tends to be the most committed/ focused person of which I am aware ( NO OFFENSE anyone else!!)
I have such an overwhelming mental vision in my head, that I can't stop even if I wanted to. Get that, and promise yourself you'll go flat out for the whole 12 weeks, before you make a decision as to whether or not you want to continue. For me it truly is Body for LIFE- not body for 12 weeks.
Cross that Abyss.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 10:53 PM
Welcome Jessica! Glad you're back on BFL.
I don't have enough info to really get a good feel for where you are at so I thought I'd throw out a couple of ideas that came to mind...
- Are you excited about your goals? I find that when I FEEL really excited about my goals, staying on track becomes a lot easier. If you find that you have to push yourself to stay on track, see if you can set some goals that really thrill you!
- How do you feel about yourself as a person? Do you like who you are? If you have a negative image of yourself, it will often prevent you from ever excelling at anything consistently. Either deep down you don't feel you deserve it or you interpret any bumps in the road as proof that you are a failure, and you quit.
Hang in there and keep coming here...
BTW -- You sure are a pretty girl!
Kerry -- Thanks for the compliment!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (533 posts) at 11:13 PM
Make sure you know why you are doing this. Write the reasons and then look at them as often as possible. I hope you can do this because the rewards outweight the work effort.
Body for Life Forum Message by Crackle26 (28 posts) at 03:18 PM
Seriously...this weekend, i was cleaning house. i bent over to pick up a luandry basket almost empty and a very sharp pain shot through my back. I couldnt fall down, but i couldnt get up either. i stayed in bed the rest of the day. if i had to go to the bathroom, i had to crawl. (i got a great upper body workout from pulling myself everywhere). sunday, i was not much better. monday, i went to the doctor and could walk with a limp. i found that i have a bulging disk. he told me to be very careful or it will come out again. have any of you had this happen to you? if so, how long did it last? is there any type of exercise i can do? i was already in a slump and now i cant do anything. when i get better, i hope remember what this is like and appreciate that i can get out of bed and workout. im miserable!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 03:24 PM
I feel soooo bad for you girl!
I don't know what to say,
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 03:28 PM
my husband and i both have bulging and or ruptured disk and we find relief in going to the chiroprator. i know a lot of people don't trust or believe in going to the chiropractor. i didn't either until i couldn't stand in an upright position and was told my a neurosurgen that i would have to have a steel rod placed in my back, through my stomach, before i would get any real relief. i decided to try the chiroprator and it worked wonders. now i go every couple of months. you can also take glucosomine and ibuprophin and it will help with the swelling and pain.
Body for Life Forum Message by Crackle26 (28 posts) at 03:34 PM
the doctor i went to see is a chiropractor. i believe in them. i have been going since i was 12 years old. i have an extra vertibrae in my back that causes a lot of problems. so, im not stranger to back pain. i was prescribed motrin 800 for my pain and told to ice my back. i just wish there was some exercise that didnt hurt me!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 04:14 PM
Ouch, so sorry you're going through that. Hope it gets better soon!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (706 posts) at 04:55 PM
Holy smokes! I've had back problems in the past but nothing like what you have. I cannot offer any advice, just my sympathy. Hope you're better soon.
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (13 posts) at 05:48 PM
I've always had reaaalllly bad back issues and terrible headaches so I started seeing a chiropractor last year and have had remarkable improvements. I have been to 2 kinds of chiropractors (the twist and pop kind and subluxation kind) I really reccomend seeing a chiropractor that uses subluxation, it hurts much less and have had much better results...hope it helps. Get better soon:)
Crystal
Body for Life Forum Message by futureisnow (15 posts) at 06:06 PM
Had the same problem had to crawl around for a week. Been about 3 years now turned down the surgery option. I bought an inversion chair. Hanging upside down for 20 minutes a day has stopped all the pain. However I am very careful when doing any back exercises and standing curls.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kathcandu (11 posts) at 06:34 PM
I too visit the Chiro...she uses a tool that looks like a syringe called an activator - much easier than a twist and crack adjustment. It is fabulous. This used to happen to me every other month or so. I would take a Epsom salt bath (as hot as I could stand it), and sleep with a pillow between my knees. It would take about a week to get moving. Did your Chiro adjust you? I've also found that the Chiro pillow has helped me extend the time between visits...It was quite expensive, but I would pay double now I know. I feel for you. Remember to take it easy until you're better.
Body for Life Forum Message by tallscubagirl (212 posts) at 03:24 PM
I would like some advice from folks that have lost or are loosing over 100lbs. My fiance started at 377. He has no other health problems except from his accident, his abdomen burst open when he was squashed by a big tv that fell on him from 3 stories up. He was told for so long that he couldn't do anything physical. I need help to understand some of the problems you face attempting to loose weight. Exercise is so difficult, it has to be done in short sessions. His eating is pretty clean and he is eating smaller portions several times a day instead of his one big monster meal. He feels healther but gets so tired so fast and so frustrated with it. May I have some of your point of views of what you've been thru? Thanks y'all.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 04:30 PM
Ouch! That sounds like a nasty accident.
I can relate to getting tired quickly. When I was really heavy I couldn't sustain any activity very long, and when I exerted myself I could feel my heart pounding in my ears. I was scared to exercise for fear I'd have a heart attack.
When I started out at 280, I got tired walking my son to school in the morning and picking him up afterwards. It was about a 10-15 minute walk each way. I started slow, but worked up to doing moderate intervals during the portion of the walk when I was alone. Not HIIT, but when I felt comfortable I'd speed it up for a short while, give myself a goal--speedwalk to the next stop sign--then let myself recover until I got that urge to step it up again. It had to come from inside myself, though. I had to set my own pace. After a while I switched to a stationary bike I got from my sister. I'd sit on it while watching my favorite show. I gave myself a quota of 30 minutes on the bike if I did it all at once or 40 minutes if I did it in two sessions of 20 minutes each. Again, I gave myself little intervals. If I felt an energy boost I used it. If I didn't feel an energy boost I just chugged away. After about a month of that I joined a gym. I did the Nautilus circuit 3x a week and about 30 minutes of treadmill. I started out level, but as my condition improved I added a little incline. After a few weeks I worked up to being able to use the Fat Burn mode. Also after a few weeks I tried out the elliptical machine which kicked my butt. I could not work it fast enough or hard enough to keep the electronics going, so I gave it up for several months. However, my general physical condition gradually improved to the point that I could not get my heart rate high enough on the treadmill without running (which I had problems with because of weight, incontinance, balance etc) so I gave the elliptical another try. It was hard, but over the course of a week I improved greatly, and pretty much switched to that completely for my cardio.
Now I'm finally back on the treadmill, and running! It feels mighty good. I did the fit test not too long ago and scored as "Elite." And no heart pounding in my ears.
I'm glad your fiance is making a start. You have to start somewhere, and that somewhere is where you are. He doesn't need to kill himself with exercise. He doesn't need to take himself beyond his limits. Just take it a little farther than is comfortable each time, and the limits will expand.
I hope this helps.
It is doable! It's not easy, but it's not as hard as our fears suggest.
Eve
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 04:43 PM
...uh, what she said! lol!
But seriously, OMG, that accident sounds horrible! Stomach bursting! SHEESH!
Um, I started at over 400 lbs. I couldn't do much physically at that weight. But, I did start. At first it was a 10 min walk, then a 15 min walk, then a 20 min walk, etc. After about 6 months I am now able to do a 20 minute HIIT and walk another 10 minutes after that (and could walk 45 minutes total if I pushed it). I do a modified ST program, as I cannot yet do the high intensity pyramiding. But I will get there.
The biggest mistake I made was when I was not consistent. Once I started doing exercise regularly, I was able to progress further. Last year I started martial arts and GRADUALLY worked myself up to 3 hours a day 4 times a week of intense training. And this was at nearly 400 lbs. I obviously didn't start out at that intensity, but when I stopped being consistent and then quit for 6 months, I lost all that I had gained as far as endurance.
Again, start slowly, gradually increase intensity and the endurance WILL come!
Best wishes to the both of you.
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 08:38 PM
Never had that experience, WOW.
The folks above are right, gotta start somewhere, and gradually increase.
After my brain anuersym ( ruptured Feb 2001- damn near killed me )I was afraid to even sneeze for quite some time. I literally felt I would blow my brains out! LOL. However, medical advice at the time was no heavy lifting or intense workouts, moderate cardio. Well, everyone starts somewhere.( remember Doctors offer best conventional advice and wisdom, but are not oracles) Gradually, strength, endurance and self confidence will improve. Currently I've gotten to my personal peak physical condition, teenage years included.
Go slow, monitor carefully, and succeed.
yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 09:35 PM
Well, as of today, I've gone from 330lbs last November to 220lbs...110 lbs down!!!
I feel for your fiance and for you. He's lucky to have such a caring partner...
I can tell you things that I did and hope that it helps him...
First, it is critical to understand that being so heavy brings along with it sadness and grief. It is important to validate and grieve that loss. However, it is also important to keep an empowered focus at the same time!
- Focus on and get excited about what you CAN do instead of what you can't do...
- Find some way every day to feel a little joy and excitement in your life.
- It's important to focus on the DIRECTION of your life, and not necessarily where you are at... Like a soldier in boot camp, if you only focus on the grueling pain you're training is putting you through, you will not make it...You must instead focus on the incredible soldier you will become and accept that there are no shortcuts to achieving something so valuable...
- Create and maintain an image/identity of yourself that empowers you, not one that drags you down...You have to take charge of how you feel about yourself because your body will move towards the identity/image you have of yourself. I made sure to think of myself as 'an athlete who just happens to be overweight right now' rather than 'a fat loser' or something destructive.
- Along with the big long-term goals, set numerous short-term goals that EXCITE you . And when you achieve each one, make sure you enjoy the Hell out of them!!! For example, when I finally was able to walk out to my van a couple hundred feet away without hurting, that was exciting!!! Sometimes at the end of a successful BFL day, I'll just take in the joy of the moment and say "Way to go buddy! You're on your way!"
- Find some way to enjoy the journey! every workout...every meal...every day...
- Always have an attitude of gratitude...look for things to be grateful for every day...they are all around you and that's a great way to add joy to your everyday life
- Be careful of the questions you ask yourself. Questions such as "Why do I always mess up!" just drag you down...a better question "How can I do better?" will lead to a better answer...
- Treat yourself as you would a child learning to walk or an elderly person who needs your help...Just as you would them, be kind, caring and thoughtful and treat yourself with respect...There's a hurting child in you that needs to be taken care of...don't let him down...
I hope this helps... For me, I have believed all along that my challenges with chronic illness and obesity were part of God's plan for my life...that I was in 'spiritual boot camp', training to become the kind of 'soldier' God wanted me to be and the kind of man I always dreamed of being...
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by SondraBow (449 posts) at 03:26 PM
So here I am, in the last week of my first challenge, and for the first time I'm having some real challenges. Up until now, this entire thing has gone so smoothly.
I missed my last cardio last week, and missed the first one this week. I did get my LBWO in on Monday, and my UBWO today. It's for different reasons, but I hate that I have done so well, only to stumble coming in to the finish line.
To top it all off, I seem to be tempted every two seconds to eat poorly. I have done so well and faced very little desire to cheat. Suddenly, every time I turn around, I want a cookie or a piece of pie.
In spite of it all, I've done very well. I haven't had the amazing transformation I was hoping for, but I think that's because I didn't hit the cardio as hard as I should have for the first 6 weeks or so. I thought I was, but now, looking back, I realize I could have worked harder. In spite of that, I have lost 12% body fat, 2 inches from my chest measurements, one from my abs, and I have a waist again. I dropped two pants sizes (16 to 12) and I feel better than I have in years and years.
I am going to take a week off from it all, then settle, for a while, into a program of eating well and exercising. I won't actually be doing a "Challenge." My two youngest daughters are coming for a month during this summer, and I don't want to spend the time with them worrying about every piece of food that touches my face. Instead, I'm going to focus on getting the 6 meals and drinking the water. I'm also going to keep exercising six days a week. My 2nd challenge will start August 3rd or so. If I slip a little between now and then, I'm not going to take it too hard. Just brush myself off and go back at it.
Mainly, I want to say thanks to everyone here. I couldn't have done this without this site. That's a fact. Coming here and reading and hanging out just made it easier to believe in myself. Thank you, everyone! Now, let's go hit those tens!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 04:36 PM
It sounds to me like your body is ready for that rest! I think it's great that you made it through almost 12 weeks smoothly! Can't wait to see you back in August. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondeambyshun (16 posts) at 04:47 PM
Great job on an awesome challenge! Your post made me think of something...I wonder if it would be better for females to time the end of a challenge for a certain date. I just know in my personal experience that right before aunt flo, i want to eat much more and my weight goes up a little. So if I timed the end of my challenge to be a week after my period, maybe that would help.
Anyone have any thoughts??
Body for Life Forum Message by toni220 (132 posts) at 09:13 PM
where are your 12 wk pics?
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondeambyshun (16 posts) at 10:55 PM
I'm going into week 10 this week, but when I started on this site, I didnt know that I could put my first challenge pics on here from about three years ago. Also, i'm waiting to use for film before I take pictures, so that I can see them right away. I think I feel somewhat afraid of not seeing changes if I take them sooner as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 11:25 PM
Blondeambyshum - The requirements of the challenge is only that you complete 12 consecutive weeks so go an extra week longer. You photos have to be only twelve weeks from beginning to end.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 11:44 PM
Congratulations on a SUCCESSFUL challenge! Countless folks in this world dream about having sucha transformation.
Please continue to hang out here. I really have enjoyed your posts and your support has meant a lot to me.
Enjoy your time off but please be careful not to undo any of the great improvements you have made.
My prayer for you is that you come back in August as giddy as a kid - raring to go and excited about giving it everything you've got!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by rctneal (9 posts) at 05:36 PM
OK, I just have to share!
I pulled a pair of pants out of the dryer this morning - a pair that I bought when my "fat clothes" were getting tight. The same pair that then got TIGHT and was one of several knocks up-side the head to get my rear in gear and change the lifestyle and pull the book of the shelf and DO this program.
Anyway - I pulled them out of the dryer this morning and when I put them on instead of being tight and loosening up - THEY WERE ALREADY LOOSE!!! Yeah!!!
Sorry for shouting, but I'm so happy to see some progress in the clothes. It was a great morning!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 05:37 PM
Sorry for shouting???
YAAAAAAAAHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! That's great news and you SHOULD shout! Good for you! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 05:39 PM
yay! you go with your bad self!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 06:12 PM
LOL! don't worry bout "shouting 'round here! We all do! Mostly 'cause we get SOOOOo excited... & loose pants are VERY exciting! ;) soo .. YAAAAAAAAY YOU! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 06:15 PM
Shout it loud so everyone can hear you. :-) I am so happy for you, I love that feeling.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 06:17 PM
Nothing feels as good as clothes being too big for you :)
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 06:21 PM
you go girl!!!!!!!!! great job.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 06:36 PM
Yep! There's nothing like having your pants fall of to get your attention!!!
Way to go!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Angel_Strength (15 posts) at 05:46 PM
I've had a very stressful 4-5 days at work and put in lots of hours, and my Myoplex bars and RTD shakes got me through it without cheating. I had no time to prepare meals, and all of my 5-6 meals were bars or shakes. I did miss a few workouts, but I'm not going to beat myself up over it. I'm just going to start up again tomorrow and forget about the missed workouts. I hope that it won't slow my progress much, but I realize that this is a program for life, and that life is unpredictable and sh*t happens. I just wanted to post here because this way I've documented my commitment to start working out again tomorrow. It'll give me an extra incentive to wake up early for my workout.
Body for Life Forum Message by rctneal (9 posts) at 05:58 PM
I so understand where you are coming from! I know that "real food" is better than a bar or RTD, but when it is one of those or something from the evil vending machine because my phone is ringing off the hook and my boss won't leave me alone long enough to go to the bathroom - I am soooo glad I have a stash of those bars and RTD's.
I am new to this and not a big planner, but I know my weaknesses and I'm trying to have other options to reach for.
Just keep reminding yourself that it's not called Body for 12 weeks for a reason!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kathcandu (11 posts) at 06:37 PM
I haven't tried the Myoplex bars yet, but I do so love the shakes. Any suggestions on which Myoplex bars are best?
Body for Life Forum Message by rctneal (9 posts) at 07:18 PM
I actually have been using the Body for Life bars and haven't found a bad one yet. The best one though for my chocolate loving fantasy is Fudge Brownie.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 07:40 PM
Yep! I love my Myoplex shakes!
Heck! I have'em on free day for cryin-out-loud! They're that good!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 05:49 PM
Try this:
Open your profile. When you're viewing it (like you would if you opened another person's profile), look at the top of your browser window.
Tracker LOVES you! xoxox
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 05:52 PM
What am I missing? 
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 05:54 PM
good question.............
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 05:54 PM
Maybe it's a Windows thing? I have Windows, and when I open someone's profile (or my own, under the view option), the top of my browser window says this:
"Bodyforlife-Tracker.com - BFL Success Story - Cheetara"
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 05:55 PM
Or maybe it has to do with your browser? I have Explorer ...
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheetara (1459 posts) at 05:56 PM
... or perhaps I've gone insane and am DREAMING all this but am, in reality, under a cereal-and-peanut-butter-induced coma ...
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 06:01 PM
No you're not crazy!! & Yes I've noticed that too.. :) I at first thought it was just the sucesses.. you know -the top 20 & that had finished... then one day I saw it was ME too! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 06:05 PM
What is written into the top of the browser is coded into the page properties by the webmaster :)
Maybe he is sending us all some love!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 06:07 PM
very cool! I feel like a success just seeing it up there!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 06:33 PM
Ohhhhhhhhhh yeah, I can see that! LOL I thought maybe there was more... like it would pop up and say "J-Dub I looooooove you, you're gorgeous!"
OK, who's dreaming now? :D
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 07:32 PM
All mine says is: BFLtracker.com Keeping track of your weightloss gameplan.
In fact the success stories isn't even seen on this page
Webmaster must not love me!
Body for Life Forum Message by dough (63 posts) at 07:48 PM
I opened mine up and what I saw pissed me off!
It said, "doug stop looking at yourself, you old fart, and go to Cheetara's profile, because she's a BABE!"
Body for Life Forum Message by rctneal (9 posts) at 08:01 PM
I'm getting an ad for Xenical, the Safe Fat Blocker.
Not much warm and fuzzy going on there!
Oh well, that would be why I'm doing this program!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 08:09 PM
LOL< HEEheehehee!! Yep, me too, I don't have it right now, but you are right I remember seeing that up top alot
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 08:15 PM
oh and BTW My Dr gave me Xenical,
It's terrible, you can't get off the toilet! if you eat anything, anything at all with fat it comes out and we are talking all day long and it looks like ogange grease.
Really makes you not want to eat fat ever again! and that's no warm and fuzzy feeling, believe me!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by kewlmum5 (109 posts) at 09:34 PM
OK, I have nothing but ads up on mine too. I guess I dont' qualify as a success story yet :-(
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 11:31 PM
I guess the BFL tracker doesn't love me because I GOT NOTHING. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 06:03 PM
The one thing I don't like about the cross trainer, is that putting the resistance up doesn't increase the distance traveled per stride.
Like the stationary bike for instance - the higher the resistance on a bike, the further each pedal actually takes you - just like using gears.
ANYWAY - usually in 20 minutes, I get around 1.7-1.8 miles.
This morning I was really rushed at the gym, so I promised myself I would do my HIIT after work. I hate going after work, but I did it.
Then at the gym, I'm talking to myself like I usually do, and really didn't feel like doing my HIIT - so I said, ok, do one interval and see how you feel. And I did it.
After I did one, I told myself, do one more, and one more. And I did it.
I also decided to even up my rpms thinking I couldn't keep up this pace with that kind of resistance. But I did it.
To make a long story short - I did my level 7,8,9,10,11 and 16 - AND I managed to do 2.02 miles in 20 minutes!
I can honestly say that I worked harder at my HIIT today than I ever have - EVER. Not bad for someone trying to make excuses along the entire way :D
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 06:09 PM
RIGHT ON! WOOHOO!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 06:13 PM
WOOOOOOOTY WOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!! There must have been some smoke coming out of that machine today girl LOL!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 06:38 PM
Girl, you've hit a few rough patches of water along the way, but you are cruising now!
I'm very happy for you! You're a real trooper!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by fhotchki (6 posts) at 06:42 PM
That type of effort is why you look so amazing now. Your transformation is one of the reasons my wife started BFL.. And she is doing great. She has lost 13lbs and no longer has back pain.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 06:47 PM
That's excellent fhotchki!! To be rid of back pain is worth it in itself let along losing 13 lbs alreayd!
Body for Life Forum Message by rctneal (9 posts) at 07:24 PM
I have been doing my cardio at home with taebo videos for the past 3 weeks and this morning was my first interval experience on a treadmill at the gym. Goodness gracious there was some sweat going on and I only made 1.7 in 20 minutes. I say only because I didn't know what to expect.
2.02 in 20 is awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 07:27 PM
You go girlfriend!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 08:18 PM
Tai,
The bar is rising, your capabilities increasing, and your not even consciously aware of it!
Marvelous!
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by boom30 (4 posts) at 08:30 PM
Hey all you bfl'ers.. hope everyone is doing well... just wanted to post my web address so you can all take a peek... as you start your new healthier life style or maybe want some improvements in other areas like skin, hair etc.. I wanted you to see my site.. great GREAT natural skin-care, make-up self tanning..etc... EVEN FOR MEN! :) Have fun looking around and drop me an email letting me know what you think..if you want to order, let me know and I'll set you up a customer ID! http://lynnstephens.myarbonne.com
Keep on kicking!
Lynn
Body for Life Forum Message by fhotchki (6 posts) at 06:29 PM
When I was at my heaviest and depressed I ended up cleaning the closet and got rid of the pants that were too small. I had pretty much given up on ever losing weight. Well now that I have lost 20lbs and have baggy pants I am kicking myself. hmmm.... Maybe its not so bad after all. I plan on losing a lot more and getting into some pants that are much smaller than the stuff I threw out.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (2660 posts) at 06:31 PM
That's a tough problem to have! :D Good for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 06:32 PM
Don't you hate that! Now you are stuck with buying new fashionable clothes that you'll look great in! Oh well...It's a good 'problem' to have!
Way to go!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by fhotchki (6 posts) at 06:38 PM
thanks guys.. I have to stop being a lurker and get more involved here. I am addicted to reading this site. It has really helped me to stay on course..
Funny thing is I feel like I know a lot of the people on here that post a lot
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 09:20 PM
Oh I feel the same way about all these Brand new bras I sold because I was wearing a 34C and no longer a B ..... and they were the expensive Victoria's Secret ones ... Now I am back to a 34B and no money to go buy new bras ughhhhh damn it! LMAO! But if that was the one place I did not want to lose fat in it was def. my boobs! Why couldn't my butt shrink so easily??? Hmmm I need to talk to our engineer ... God??? We have to talk ...
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by futureisnow (15 posts) at 06:47 PM
still up 2 lbs. Have not missed a workout are cheated. Chest,shoulders and arms have really gootn bigger. Had some friends talking about my guns. Have lost fat but when does the wieght start droping
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 06:49 PM
If the guns are getting bigger you are gaining muuuuscle!
And since muscle weights more than fat - then you are doing all the right things!
Body for Life Forum Message by RJA733 (151 posts) at 06:50 PM
its ALL about fat loss. take weight loss out of your mind. Fat loss is your objective. Unless you are an olympic wrestler who needs to make weight. but if you are like 99 percent of people on here you want to look better naked! So as long as you are losing fat and maintaining or gaining muscle you are doing just fine.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 08:12 PM
Trust me! The fat weight is already coming off!
However, if you would stop building so much dang muscle and adding lean weight the scale might go downa it more...but who want that?!
Seriously, I understand your frustration. But, I bet your measurements would show impressive progress even though your scale has been 'stuck'.
Please post your pictures and measurements every 4 weeks or so! It will really help you and give you better feedback on your overrall progress.
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Kathcandu (11 posts) at 07:24 PM
This is my first personal post here on Tracker...I absolutely had to!!! Let me tell you...
As I was sitting at work today, I had a wave of desire come over me. For the first time in my life, I ACTUALLY HAD A CRAVING FOR EXERCISE. GO FIGURE!! I think it's me crossing the abyss.
To top it off, I already did cardio this am!! I craved exercise even though I was already done for the day. I'm so jazzed. No changes yet on the outside, but today I made the biggest change inside I could ever expect....me..craving exercise...Whoop Whoop!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 07:38 PM
That's great! You're right - that is a BIG change!
And posting on this board will help you more than you know...
Way to go!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 09:24 PM
WAAAAAAHOOOOOO!!!! That's awesome! Can you zap me with some of that??? LOL!
:P
r
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 11:01 PM
you go ............. you will succeed. you have the best weapon at your disposal, a positve outlook.
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (337 posts) at 11:08 PM
Great stuff! isn' that an AWESOME feeling! :) & Good for you for posting! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (533 posts) at 11:10 PM
you are on your way...congrats
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 07:29 PM
Hi gang!
For quite a few years now, I've noticed that when I try to have a conversation about fitness with most of my friends my age (50), it usually doesn't get anywhere. They usually interupt, change the topic or tune out. But my younger friends are usually quite interested in my progress and we often have great discussions. I have found myself moving closer to them and further away from the the 'old farts'...
Being on this board and making such special friends here has brought things to a head. I realize that for years I have been dying to express myself but too often found the wall was a better audience than those people I considered my closest friends - and at least the wall wouldn't interupt or change the subject!
Yep! Time to make a change... Perhaps, I have more of a need for my friends to listen because I don't have a partner and haven't for quite a few years. Yeah, that's gotta figure into the scheme of things...But even when that time comes and I finally find a special woman to share my life with I still need to have friends that I can truly connect with. It's not healthy to have your spouse be the only person in the world you can talk to...
So I've decided that I will not continue to invest in those friendships where the other person is not willing to do the same. And to quit trying so hard to connect with people who don't accept me for who I am and who treat me as a 'naive dreamer who refuses to grow up'... You guys have made it clear that I don't have to settle for that - and that I shouldn't!
I'm not necessarily going to ditch these friends, but when I go camping by myself and have a better time than when they come along, it's obvious that something must change... In a nutshell, I've raised my standards for myself and my friendships and lowered my expectations of them...
Don't get me wrong, I will leave the door open for them but they are the ones who have to walk through it - I can't do their part for them...But they have been dragging me down or should I say TRYING - and I won't let anyone stop me from becoming the man that I truly believe God is leading me to become...
It is so common that when you rebuild your body, that you will have to make other changes in order to have long-term success in BFL. I'm sure many of you have friends who were more comfortable with you before you started BFL. But if succeeding in BFL results in you feeling somewhat distant from those friends, you can be sure that raising your standards for yourself will only lead to having better and more fulfilling relationships than clinging to someone that you know deep down you can't ever be that close to...
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (138 posts) at 08:14 PM
Hi Slim Jim,
I'm not quite sure what to say. I have found that personal fitness is quite a bit like money ( I'm self employed as a financial planner ), in that it is highly personal, and people tend to get quite defensive. Having said that, I agree that time invested with friends and family should be returned, and if that is not happening to your satisfaction, then your approach is right- not slamming doors on existing relationships, but merely opening doors, and investing in other more fullfilling relationships! The best of both worlds.
My door is open,
Yours in health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 08:55 PM
Jim, Good dissission!! I feel the same way, My friends say oh that's nice and yea you look good, but when they start talking about how fat and out of shape they are and then I try to give a little info on BFL, it's like I am tuned out! I heard every excuse in the book and I somethimes feel like I am being put down because as they put it, I don't do anything else but exercise all day. That tends to tick me off. I don't ex all day, I make time to ex. I take time to prepare what I'm going to eat, I don't like the feeling of being laughed at when I pull out my protien bar, banana etc and told who great their greasy french fries are and just a few won't kill me.
I said this before so you may remember this story, my friend that we worked out together everyday for like 2 years, quit ex with me, because she didn't want to ex everyday, and didn't want to deprive her self of the foods she loved, now her new excuse is, I can't keep up with you.
Last week I said lets walk together, she said I thought you said you run, I said, Well I try to run and then walk and run again but I'll just walk , it will be so much more fun if we can do it together, and she yea it would be but I probably couldn't keep up with you even walking anymore, you just too too much with this ex stuff.
After more excuses she said it was too hot to walk and her BP was high again.
then went into telling me how it was ashame for me to do all this work just to gain it all back in a few months. Whe I said, I've made a change in my life style I'm not just on a diet, she said, Linda, everybody gains it back,
Well I'm tired of being with people that make me feel like I am loosing the batle when it's obvious that I am winning!
I am very lucky. My husband, encourges me all the way, non stop, even reminds me, baby it's been 3 hrs since you ate something , do you want me to fix something for you to eat? He is wonderful, but he won't exercise, never has like it and never will, so I don't bug him about it, but he is active and does try to eat healthy. So anyway, I have Bill and I have you guys out there and I pretend you are all with me everyday in my ex room sweating our butts off together so I don't have to exercise alone!!
Thanks for being there with me every morning,I love you guys!
GET*HER*DONE!
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 09:16 PM
You gotta do what you gotta do. A lot of people don't like change. And, the rest of them just don't "get it".
BTW-You are NOT a naive dreamer! If you were, then we all would be.
Take good care,
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 07:52 PM
I'm tellin' ya!
I'm really learning how crucial it is to take measurements on a regular basis. And it's also important to measure more than just your waist. Measure everything! Trust me! You're gonna need the feedback when the scale is sticking and you are doubting your progress.
For example, the last few weeks the scale has not been moving down and some days the weight went up! Holy catastrophe Batman!!! BUTT (yes, I mean't to spell it that way!) I noticed that my butt had gone down 2 inches! My waist had stayed pretty much the same so if all I did was step on the scale and measure my waist, I would have had a pretty hard time being a happy camper!
Butt, there's nothing like losing your A$$ to cheer you up (unless you're in Vegas of course!).
So PLEASE, fill out all those measurement fields in you tracker profile every 4 weeks or so! You'll be so glad you did!!!
Jim (your friend with the incredible shrinking butt!)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 07:59 PM
Im jealous! Wish my butt would shrink another 2 inches :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (40 posts) at 08:04 PM
I take mine first thing in the morning and my brain can only remember the main measurements between the bathroom and the computer. :)
A lame excuse...but you're absolutely right. I'd just love to get "Mr. Omron" to move a bit when I weigh in.
No... I should be saying: I WILL get Mr. Omron to move at my next weigh in!
Jay~~
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (578 posts) at 08:11 PM
Why is it that men always lose their A$$ and we women just seem hang on to it for dear life?!
Great going Jim.
I'm with Tai-Kee, I'm jealous too!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 09:15 PM
your're so right, Measure everything!
I usually just look at my belly, the flatter it gets the more i feel that's i'm loosing, but I noticed 2 really great things,
1. my thighs don't rub together any more, I can even run and don;t get chapped , that was awful! I measured my thighs and no wonder, there 4 inches smaller,
I got an awesome suade fringe wester jacket for christmas 2003 and it didn't button, It's size large, an Xl would button but the sleeves and everything else would be to long and big, so I kept the Large accepting I could wear it well but un-buttoned.
@ weeks ago we had a cool spell at night and I brought my jacket just in case I needed it. I did need it and when I put it on, I noticed it fit looser , I pulled it together at the chest and WHAT????? It buttoned!!!! I was sooo
excited!, Hubby measured and yep, I lost 6 inchest off the shoulder / chest measurement!!
Life is wonderful and I'm happy,
so Measure everything!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 08:00 PM
Hey gang!
We've become such close friends that we share a lot more than just BFL-related stuff. Heck! I don't hand out pictures of me half-naked to my 'real-life' close friends!
Just wondered if having an Off-Topic forum would be a good idea. I think it is helpful for our BFL success to be able to share whatever we need to express. However, we're getting a pretty big group here so we need to keep things somewhat organized.
Let me know your thoughts and what kind of topics you would want to include. I don't know if the Webmaster would respond if there was a big demand but I still would like to get your feedback.
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 08:15 PM
I just gotta say thank the lord they're only the top half naked pics lol
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 08:22 PM
Yeah...otherwise, imagine the feedback..."Well, I can see you've gotten smaller in one area.." Now, THAT would be depressing!!!
Who wants to have to add Viagra to their protein shakes?!!! (Yuk! Yuk!)
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 08:24 PM
lol I got enough flack for my does spandex shrink post.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 08:26 PM
Jim , While i think it is a good idea, I also think that it might create a sisuation where people are just writing anything,
I used to do the chat thing years ago and I loved it, then more and more people came in and started saying anything, now if you go to an exercise forum, you get anything and everything( cursing, Politics, news stories and more cursing) except talk about exercise.
I wouldn't want this forum to become a chat room open for dissussion to vent about problems of the world.
What I do love, is that I have friends here on the tracker that I can relate with about BFL and If we want to vent or need to talk we always have each other, even if it means getting off the subject once in while, it's still mainly our own little world of BFL support! I don't want to loose that, I feel everything is perfect just the way it is! I love it ans I think when you get into making changes it only messes things up. I'm always a person that likes the orginial, not the New and improved, LOL!!
GET*HER*DONE!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 08:28 PM
Young guns - I think our replies have already made a strong case for an off-topic forum!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 08:36 PM
Linda -- Good point! My goal was to make people feel comfortable about posting whatever they felt they needed to share with their BFL friends. But I think some people hold back because they think their post might not fit into an existing forum.
So I see the solution being either making it clear that it's OK to enter such a post in the existing forums or if we prefer, to create another forum.
I sometimes feel like I'm posting something that although I feel it will be helpful to my BFL friends, it may not be very BFL-specific. So watch out! You just might turn me loose!!! (Yuk! Yuk!)
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (578 posts) at 08:37 PM
LMAO!!! YOu guys are killin' me here! I'm all for an off topic forum. Imagine the fun we'll have!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 08:45 PM
YG-ROFLMAO! THAT was a good post!!!! LOL!
Jim, I like the idea of an off topic forum in theory, but bfl has become our lives so is anything really off topic? I mean, even the topic of YG shorts *snicker* came about because they were too big because he has gotten smaller, er, um, lost weight. (Alright, alright, I'm letting it go) And wouldn't prefacing a post with OT suffice? I just think that's what the BFL support board is for...support and since we're all in BFL everything could be considered bfl support...
I mean we could have a forum where we talk about sports, American Idol, road rage, child-rearing...but I come here to stay on track with BFL.
I just think it would make it more complicated than it has to be. Just my 2 cents though...
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 08:52 PM
Without beating a dead horse too much...
Jim said:
Linda -- Good point! My goal was to make people feel comfortable about posting whatever they felt they needed to share with their BFL friends. But I think some people hold back because they think their post might not fit into an existing forum.
So I see the solution being either making it clear that it's OK to enter such a post in the existing forums or if we prefer, to create another forum.
I sometimes feel like I'm posting something that although I feel it will be helpful to my BFL friends, it may not be very BFL-specific. So watch out! You just might turn me loose!!! (Yuk! Yuk!)
Jim
Jim in the 2 months I've been here, I have yet to see a post of yours that has not been helpful, insightful or motivating. And it is all BFL related since we are all trying to improve our lives. Some days we have set backs and some days we have successes. All those days can and need to be shared here. That's how we all learn. That's what makes us all relatable to each other. Everything is relevant.
And for the fun posts, they just add some spice to our lives! They are necessary for sure!
Again, my 2 cents...well, now I'm up to 4 cents...
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by one more time (13 posts) at 09:36 PM
I'm game. email the link
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (533 posts) at 10:35 PM
great idea
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondeambyshun (16 posts) at 10:50 PM
i think its a great idea, but it should have its own topic just like "eating for life" versus "general diet and fitness" It needs a different name since its going to be a mess of different ideas.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy711 (667 posts) at 08:54 PM
I just walked in the door from my flight and I had to get on to say hi to you all. I had an AMAZING experience on the cruise ship and pray ALL my tracker friends can join us next year in June of 2006.
I have to admit I thought about all of you and missed you ALL very much. I am so ready to take all the information I gained on the cruise and accomplish new goals and dreams I have.
Please let me know if any of you have posted new pics. I am anxious to get caught up with everything and get back in the loop.
I have a GREAT picture of Ray to share with ya all when I get my film developed! :)
SO GLAD TO BE BACK!!!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1798 posts) at 09:04 PM
WOHOOOO YOU ARE BACK YEAHHHHH HOW WAS IT? HOW WAS IT? So glad you had such a rewarding experience. They are having another one I am saving up right now!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (103 posts) at 09:05 PM
Welcome "home"....and happy that you're back. Sounds like you had a great time. Please feel free to share some of your info you gained. I know I'd love to hear it, and I'm sure others would too!!! We missed you.
Kana
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy711 (667 posts) at 09:08 PM
Teresa,
It was the BEST!!! You HAVE to be there next year. The energy is simply amazing and the people are some of the kindest, happiest people you will ever meet.
Kana, I have story after story to tell. I just got home from a very long flight so I need to get some lovin from my family, BUT I will share stories and pictures with you all this week.
xoxoxoTracy
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:13 PM
Welcome back Tracy!!
So glad you had a great cruise! I am going to bust my hump to get there next year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:48 PM
WOOOOOOTY!!!!!! WELCOME BACK GIRL!!!!!!! Man we have missed you. I'm dying to hear about the cruise. Enjoy your family and share those stories soon :D xoxox
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 10:24 PM
Hi Tracy, welcome home! I though of you everyday, was hoping you would have a Great time, So glad you did!
Can't wait to hear all the stories.
Luv ya!
GET*HER*DONE!!!
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 10:25 PM
Welcome back kiddo!!! Sounds like you had a wonderful cruise! I wanna go!!
We missed you as well...
BTW -- I posted a picture of the racing bike that I'm finally light enough (and well enough) to ride after 6 years of it collecting dust. I rode it for the first time last week so I wanted to show it off!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (445 posts) at 10:31 PM
So glad you had fun! Can't wait to hear stories and see pics!! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by drjlbaileyii (419 posts) at 10:35 PM
welcome back chica!!! OOOWWW!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (533 posts) at 10:39 PM
I thought about the cruise but only a few times. I am glad your back and I bet it was so much fun. My new pics are up Tracy and my girlfriend and I are goint to do a challenge. Who went with you? Did your family go or was it just you?
Body for Life Forum Message by midlifemama (216 posts) at 11:09 PM
Welcome back Tracy! It sounds like you had a great time and I look forward to hearing all about it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 11:13 PM
Welcome back. I can't wait to hear your stories. BTW - your transformation was amazing. What an inspiration.
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 11:13 PM
Welcome back. I can't wait to hear your stories. BTW - your transformation was amazing. What an inspiration.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:41 PM
HELLLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Girlfriend, I have been rocking this joint while you have been gone and I am exhausted! lol.. no just kidding, just started challenge # 3.... LETS GO!
Body for Life Forum Message by raygeo (78 posts) at 11:56 PM
What are you up to Tracy? Which pic is this? I'm worried now, I've seen several questionable pics of me so far. Did you take one of me and Abb?
BTW...I have some very good pics of You and Mariah showing off your guns.
RAY
Body for Life Forum Message by kinook160 (16 posts) at 09:01 PM
i've been measureing the waist at the top part under my rib cage sort of but also measuring at the belly button just curious about where you measure when you say waist measurement on here??
kara
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:15 PM
Your waist is the smallest part - your absomen is across your belly button.
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 11:02 PM
for women it should be at the belly button. i believe it is a little different for men but can't remember exactly where.
Body for Life Forum Message by fitmaggie (35 posts) at 11:05 PM
Along the same lines, where do you measure your hips?
Body for Life Forum Message by cruz9095 (183 posts) at 09:32 PM
Boy, oh boy. If you've never corresponded with Elsie, that lady knows how to kick some tail!!!!
I posted yesterday about some motivation problems I had last week. I got some great responses, but the one this young lady sent was a serious kick in the pants. It was also precisely what I needed to read. I don't mean to ignore the contribution others had for me, but this was just an awesome response that has stuck in my mind all day.
I'm back in the saddle today, and feeling much better about it all.
Thanks folks!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by t_rose (216 posts) at 09:45 PM
I'm in week 11 - going strong. I have lost 3-4 inches each off my chest, waist and hips. SO WHY AREN'T MY THIGHS SHRINKING TOO? I have lost maybe 1/2 an inch. This sucks! I have gone down 2 sizes in dresses and shirts but I still can't fit well into the next size down pants.
GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Tricia
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:46 PM
Dont stress :) my thighs didn't start making any major movements until about 2 weeks ago.
Being the problem area the scums are the last to do anything!
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (445 posts) at 09:46 PM
Girl, I'm the same way. I lost the least number of inches in my thighs....I'm planning on losing more of that in Challenge 2. I think since women seem to store fat in that area, it takes the longest to come off.
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (271 posts) at 09:53 PM
i'm right there with you, it's very discouraging. we have to be very patient and beat those thighs at their own game!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 10:44 PM
hey you know our "love handles" aren't exactly co-operating either.
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:47 PM
Thighs are sooooooooooooooooo stubborn. They WILL shrink though. Hang in there girl :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (445 posts) at 09:48 PM
Okay....so, these are the pics I took at the talent agency. Now, if any of you read the thread about my experience there, you will know I decided not to do the "body-for-life" shots, meaning front, side, back. I just did the regular modeling shots and that was it. I've got the ones that my husband took of me, and that's fine by me. Let me know what you think of these! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:50 PM
WELL??? where are they!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:51 PM
LOL I don't see them?
Where are they? :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 09:55 PM
OOOOOOOO They are adorable!!!!!!!! I especially love the 3rd one. You look beautiful girl :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 09:55 PM
ok, i could cut you out and put you in one of those photo frames they sell in the stores.
You DO look like a model - AWESOME!
Body for Life Forum Message by rainy318 (270 posts) at 09:57 PM
You look absolutely SMASHING!
:)
r
Body for Life Forum Message by kewlmum5 (109 posts) at 09:58 PM
WOW, AWESOME..... THEY ARE ADORABLE. You should make a portfolio
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (445 posts) at 09:59 PM
I hope ya'll are scrolling down and looking at the bathing suit shots! Those were the ones that I was SOOOO nervous about!!! Thank you for the compliments, by the way. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:03 PM
OK I missed the bathing suit shots first time LOL they werent there when I looked but they are now. YOU LOOK MARVELOUS DAAAAAAAAHLING!!!!! Really you look super hot :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (271 posts) at 10:03 PM
those are adorable. you look great! i want your abs!
Body for Life Forum Message by RedJen (84 posts) at 10:05 PM
Awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (1392 posts) at 10:31 PM
Yes!!!!! I scrolled down and they all came out adorable, My favorite is the cowgirl hat and the red and white checks on the bottom of the crop top shirt!!
Tha't my favorite style! Western! and Model it sooooooooooo well!
Thanks for sharing! You are adorable!
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (533 posts) at 10:33 PM
You look fabulous
Body for Life Forum Message by icandoit! (6 posts) at 10:41 PM
I want to print out the pics and use them for inspiration! You look totally beautiful! I can tell you are happy inside from your huge, beautiful smile...have no fear about sharing these pics!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 10:43 PM
Great job, including the bathing suit shots...you had NOTHING to worry about. While you're at it, why not see if you can get some jobs as a commercial actress or model...??!! Seriously.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (949 posts) at 10:46 PM
ride em cow girl....sexy, I definately see abs also. Good work in C1 shanette
Body for Life Forum Message by Mahalia (260 posts) at 10:59 PM
wow, great progress. C2 will bring amazing results.
Good for you, you are looking great.
Body for Life Forum Message by midlifemama (216 posts) at 11:04 PM
Love your pictures Shanette! you look beautiful =)
Body for Life Forum Message by ToBeThin (64 posts) at 11:08 PM
Wonderful job, Shanette!! Your pictures are beautiful.
Body for Life Forum Message by fitmaggie (35 posts) at 11:10 PM
Great pixs! You are very photogenic.
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 11:10 PM
You look beautiful and your hair looks great too. I would like to see a your first photos for your front.
Body for Life Forum Message by ChubbyMcChubbs (630 posts) at 11:14 PM
The pictures are so sweet. I love 'em. Your hair looks fantastic and check out those abs!
Body for Life Forum Message by JanisMomto2 (36 posts) at 11:17 PM
OMG you look absolutely GORGEOUS dahhhling!!! WOWEE!!! If you were on the cover of a magazine I'D buy it in a second!!!
WTG on your progress!!! YOU ROCK!!
Janis
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 11:52 PM
GREAT GREAT JOB!!!You are just cute as ca be, and you are so photogenic!!! I bet you didn't take one so-so picture, I bet they are ALL fabulous!! Congratulations on a job well done!!
Jamber
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (108 posts) at 11:58 PM
The pics are wonderful! You must be so happy with them. You are now officially added to my inspiration list!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (1597 posts) at 10:33 PM
OK I posted my before Brick Sh*it House club pic. Its on my back pic for C2 week 1 LOL. Tell me what you think but oh Lord PLEASE be kind lmao :D
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (364 posts) at 10:41 PM
Nice lingerie! Oh yeah, nice butt too! You rock!
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (800 posts) at 11:01 PM
damn, I am training hard just trying to get to where you are now! lol!
Body for Life Forum Message by midlifemama (216 posts) at 11:06 PM
WOW!!! I want a booty like yours =D
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 11:17 PM
I did extra butt lifts this morning so watch out...something is on the rise.:)
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 11:36 PM
Lookin good girl. I like the lingerie too, but Chief Booty Babe will want the thong. She may let you slide. I'm glad you have a tatoo on your back. I got to thinking today when I get the nerve to take mine, (several weeks from now)I have a big sun that is wearing shades and he is grinning from ear to ear right on my butt. See when I was young and stupid and decided to get my tatoo, I did not that maybe one day I would be a member of the Brick Sh*t House and people would see it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booty Babe!! (1219 posts) at 11:39 PM
I think that is CLOSE enough! lol! Nice Rump girlfriend! :)-
SMOOOCH! ha ha! this is so cool!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (300 posts) at 11:45 PM
WOW! your booty is already in grat shape!!! Something for me to aspire to!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Voluptu-ass (245 posts) at 11:57 PM
Cheeky, cheeky, cheeky!!!!
Why have you been hiding that butt girl?
You need to show it off more often!!
So that means there are now 1...2..3..4 thonged booties on the tracker - hmmmmm I wonder who'll be next???
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 11:36 PM
Just got back from my trip to Texas yesterday. I made sure to get all of my workouts in at the hotel. The prevailing 'wisdom' was that missing a workout or 2 wouldn't really matter...
Well, last night I came down with what appears to be a throat and/or sinus infection along with some asthma problems. As a result, I decided it was best to skip my bike ride today so that things could get better. Not sure if I'll do my weight training tomorrow.
So right now, I'm really glad I got those workouts in at the hotel! You've got to treat every single workout as being important because you never know when something will cause you to miss one.
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by fat_to_firm (35 posts) at 11:58 PM
I finally added a profile pic so everyone will know who they're talking to! :) I'll post my offical before photo soon. (check out my infamous "turkey neck"!! LOL
KEEP ON ROCKIN' THAT BODY FOR LIFE!!
Body for Life Forum Message by katlover (3 posts) at 11:11 PM
Dr. hussman says that the fat comes off kind of like onion skin so the belly may be coming off quicker but you don't notice as much as it is a heavier area. i hope so because i have big belly problem too. i often think that if i had been born in the renaissance times i would be hot. hang in there. yvonne. i can't give you much experience as my day 2 was only today. sorry.
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (63 posts) at 02:55 PM
I drink a shake every night for my evening snack. I usually add a banana and extra ice cubes to make it frothy like a real ice cream shake. There are several recipes in the Eating for Life book. There is also a recipe in there for an ice cream like dessert, which is awesome!! I love ice cream, it is the only thing I want on my free meal day. I don't have FREE DAYS, but once a week I have a Free Meal with ice cream for dessert.
I also found that sugar free kool aid helps with the sugar cravings. It's sweet and I love it!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (355 posts) at 03:21 PM
yay i'm with tinkerbell
Body for Life Forum Message by garrettsmom (65 posts) at 03:26 PM
I have a big sweet tooth myself so here are some things I have to satisfy it: Bfl and myoplex lite bars, sugar free cyrstal lite fakes from walmart, protein pudding, and the EFL cheesecake (with strawberries sprinkled with splenda and ff cool whip).
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (385 posts) at 03:29 PM
Try the Anyday Sunday from EFL.
My favorite is mint shakes - I make it extra thick and add a little ff cool whip.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 04:37 PM
I like Care Free Coolers chewing gum and Klondike Slim-a-Bear fudge bars.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (1755 posts) at 04:46 PM
Can you pull that tooth? :)
I have some string and a door we could slam....
I find the chocolate protein shakes help with me - but im not a big sweet person on a good day anyway.
Body for Life Forum Message by teralynn (7 posts) at 12:21 AM
any flavors/brands of protein powder that you guys favor? annd. do i need to go anywhere special or can i find it at good ol' wally world?
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (63 posts) at 09:27 AM
Hi Teralynn,
You can get protein powder anywhere, like the grocery store and I am positive Walmart carries it. I use Designer Whey and I have Chocolate and Vanilla. Someone else on this site recommended it (I think it was Daang Girl) and that's what I've been using. I think I paid $8.99 for a can at Kroger, which is probably too much and I could probably get it cheaper somewhere else. I just didn't have the time or the energy to go to another store with my crazy kids.
Good luck!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 01:29 PM
Yup, Walmart carries protein powder. I also got a mongo huge thing of it from Costco. Not Designer Whey, but palatable enough. Chocolate is probably the safest flavor. I have vanilla for use in recipes though.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Mommy (1035 posts) at 01:34 PM
Yup, Walmart carries protein powder. I also got a mongo huge thing of it from Costco. Not Designer Whey, but palatable enough. Chocolate is probably the safest flavor. I have vanilla for use in recipes though.
Do you go to a gym? The gym I go to has an ab machine with weights which is quite useful. I also do crunches with weights held against my chest. I'm f***ing amazed I can do this, because when I started I could not do a single complete situp. Now I can do 6 reps while holding a 20 lb weight.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (829 posts) at 11:21 PM
Welcome!
Do yourself and your hubby a big favor and get the Eating-For-Life cookbook. You'll love the recipes! It's REAL food - not diet food!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by sheila (114 posts) at 03:30 AM
ummmmm........oops
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (17 posts) at 09:57 AM
My wife found a photo of me from May of last year. I was fully clothed and you could not really see my body but you could tell how big I was.
I was sooo "big" that I think if somebody would have yelled "Hey Kool Aid!" I probably would have felt a compelling urge to bust through a wall yelling "Oh Yeahhh!"...
I remember looking at that picture saying "How did I let myself get that fat??" I need to put that picture up on the mirror in our bathroom or on my desk at work as motivation...
Body for Life Forum Message by rmkkjb (385 posts) at 10:00 AM
Did the same thing - I do know I've made changes but really wish I had the photos.
Body for Life Forum Message by jbuffettfan (60 posts) at 10:10 AM
I did the opposite in C1, I took the before and never took the after at least I have my measurements to look back on. C2 I did not take either. How stupid is that, but that was the one I did not put everything into because of "nursing school stress". I guess I basically set myself up for failure. Now for C3, I am doing it right.
Body for Life Forum Message by betterbodyby40 (2 posts) at 11:59 AM
you really need to stretchout also
Body for Life Forum Message by Clover (205 posts) at 12:09 PM
I don't think that legs cramping is normal. I would bet you have some deficiency - either not enough water or potassium. Or you might be lifting too heavy and your muscle just aren't ready for it.
Body for Life Forum Message by spartankf (623 posts) at 12:16 PM
WHen I have really fatigued my legs in a HARD workout, I have leg cramps as well (actually more like a dull ache).
Whenever this happens, I KNOW I am going to be sore the next day - LOL!
For me, stretching does not eliminate the issue. I do a lot of stretching and still get the aching/cramping when I have exhausted my muscles.
If it is bad enough I have trouble sleeping, getting comfortable, I will take some motrin and it usually helps.
You might also make sure you are getting enough water too, because that could be the culprit.
Body for Life Forum Message by cheller (136 posts) at 01:42 PM
i've suffered from leg cramps off and on since high school. you should drink more water and get more potassium. if you get one in the middle of the night you should get up and slowly walk around. they should stop once your body adjust to your new routine.