Welcome Back, Jodi!

KentDog · 03-20-2008, 11:09 PM

I just want to say I am happy to see you back and posting again.

When I first got to IM, I spent most of my time in the Diet & Nutrition forum. At the time, I had lifted for a few years but had never gone on a “clean” diet before. To me, dieting meant not eating chips and fast food, and just eating less in general. I was pretty much clueless when it came to what I consider real dieting now. Everyone was very helpful in giving me pointers, but Jodi and Emma especially; they were willing to break down my diet meal by meal, macro nutrient by macro nutrient. They responded to my PMs asking ridiculous questions. I read the stickies, but relied on them to clarify by giving me precise answers to my questions, which really helped drive the understanding. Although I wasn’t obese or fat at the time by any means, they really changed my life for the better. Today, what I consider myself as fat, is what most of America considers themselves to be in good shape. And I owe a lot of it to Jodi and Emma. I just want to say thank you both very much.

I had been wanting to write this for a while now, but never really set aside the time to do it. I am busier in my life now than ever, but that is also part of the reason I am making sure I do it, because Jodi and Emma have always found the time to critique diets and give out helpful information, free of charge. What I have learned for Jodi and Emma’s posts are priceless, and I know that I never would have hired a dietician or nutritionist to do for me what they have. In fact, I don’t think I would have gotten the same results either, as I tend to believe most in the health profession tend to cater to the general population, not necessarily the already athletic population. Some have complained that Jodi’s critiques are too nitpicky, but if you read the previous sentence, you can probably figure out that I appreciate this.

I remember around a year after I joined IM, I had a conversation with a few other “health nut” friends. They all frequented different forums than IM. The conversation led to me giving everyone dieting pointers. And that is what I had always kept in my head as why IM stood out from other fitness and bodybuilding forums. Jodi and Emma. It was really a combination of a lot of members that were consistently helpful (LAM, pfunk, cowpimp and many others), but Jodi stood out the most to me as being consistently helpful and willing to go in-depth and provide articles.

When someone asks about how to lose fat or how to gain muscle, the number one answer is almost always “proper diet is the most important.” Not long ago, someone had made a comment that the Diet & Nutrition forum has really gone to shit lately; that it used to be so many new responses were made that the whole front page would be all newly replied threads, and now there are only three or four new threads at the top ever. Anyway, the reason is pretty obvious... because Jodi and Emma left, and no one else really gives a shit about helping newbies out. I don’t blame them either; I try to contribute occasionally, but found that most are ungrateful about receiving advice (even when I had corresponded with them for weeks through PM and AIM). Anyway, these thanks are far overdue. Just know that even when they aren’t said, many are grateful and continue to be grateful for your help, Jodi.

DOMS · 03-20-2008, 11:28 PM

I'll second this!

danzik17 · 03-20-2008, 11:41 PM

+1.

Wish I had half the knowledge Jodi has.

min0 lee · 03-21-2008, 05:56 AM

I'll third this.

**IainDaniel** · 03-21-2008, 06:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KentDog

I just want to say I am happy to see you back and posting again.

When I first got to IM, I spent most of my time in the Diet & Nutrition forum. At the time, I had lifted for a few years but had never gone on a “clean” diet before. To me, dieting meant not eating chips and fast food, and just eating less in general. I was pretty much clueless when it came to what I consider real dieting now. Everyone was very helpful in giving me pointers, but Jodi and Emma especially; they were willing to break down my diet meal by meal, macro nutrient by macro nutrient. They responded to my PMs asking ridiculous questions. I read the stickies, but relied on them to clarify by giving me precise answers to my questions, which really helped drive the understanding. Although I wasn’t obese or fat at the time by any means, they really changed my life for the better. Today, what I consider myself as fat, is what most of America considers themselves to be in good shape. And I owe a lot of it to Jodi and Emma. I just want to say thank you both very much.

I had been wanting to write this for a while now, but never really set aside the time to do it. I am busier in my life now than ever, but that is also part of the reason I am making sure I do it, because Jodi and Emma have always found the time to critique diets and give out helpful information, free of charge. What I have learned for Jodi and Emma’s posts are priceless, and I know that I never would have hired a dietician or nutritionist to do for me what they have. In fact, I don’t think I would have gotten the same results either, as I tend to believe most in the health profession tend to cater to the general population, not necessarily the already athletic population. Some have complained that Jodi’s critiques are too nitpicky, but if you read the previous sentence, you can probably figure out that I appreciate this.

I remember around a year after I joined IM, I had a conversation with a few other “health nut” friends. They all frequented different forums than IM. The conversation led to me giving everyone dieting pointers. And that is what I had always kept in my head as why IM stood out from other fitness and bodybuilding forums. Jodi and Emma. It was really a combination of a lot of members that were consistently helpful (LAM, pfunk, cowpimp and many others), but Jodi stood out the most to me as being consistently helpful and willing to go in-depth and provide articles.

When someone asks about how to lose fat or how to gain muscle, the number one answer is almost always “proper diet is the most important.” Not long ago, someone had made a comment that the Diet & Nutrition forum has really gone to shit lately; that it used to be so many new responses were made that the whole front page would be all newly replied threads, and now there are only three or four new threads at the top ever. Anyway, the reason is pretty obvious... because Jodi and Emma left, and no one else really gives a shit about helping newbies out. I don’t blame them either; I try to contribute occasionally, but found that most are ungrateful about receiving advice (even when I had corresponded with them for weeks through PM and AIM). Anyway, these thanks are far overdue. Just know that even when they aren’t said, many are grateful and continue to be grateful for your help, Jodi.

Couldn't agree more. Same thing when I first joined. Great friend, I appreciate all the time she has given me.

goob · 03-21-2008, 08:03 AM

She certainly is a fountain of outstanding knowledge, unlike that 'other diet moderator'...........

KelJu · 03-21-2008, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KentDog

I just want to say I am happy to see you back and posting again.

When I first got to IM, I spent most of my time in the Diet & Nutrition forum. At the time, I had lifted for a few years but had never gone on a “clean” diet before. To me, dieting meant not eating chips and fast food, and just eating less in general. I was pretty much clueless when it came to what I consider real dieting now. Everyone was very helpful in giving me pointers, but Jodi and Emma especially; they were willing to break down my diet meal by meal, macro nutrient by macro nutrient. They responded to my PMs asking ridiculous questions. I read the stickies, but relied on them to clarify by giving me precise answers to my questions, which really helped drive the understanding. Although I wasn’t obese or fat at the time by any means, they really changed my life for the better. Today, what I consider myself as fat, is what most of America considers themselves to be in good shape. And I owe a lot of it to Jodi and Emma. I just want to say thank you both very much.

I had been wanting to write this for a while now, but never really set aside the time to do it. I am busier in my life now than ever, but that is also part of the reason I am making sure I do it, because Jodi and Emma have always found the time to critique diets and give out helpful information, free of charge. What I have learned for Jodi and Emma’s posts are priceless, and I know that I never would have hired a dietician or nutritionist to do for me what they have. In fact, I don’t think I would have gotten the same results either, as I tend to believe most in the health profession tend to cater to the general population, not necessarily the already athletic population. Some have complained that Jodi’s critiques are too nitpicky, but if you read the previous sentence, you can probably figure out that I appreciate this.

I remember around a year after I joined IM, I had a conversation with a few other “health nut” friends. They all frequented different forums than IM. The conversation led to me giving everyone dieting pointers. And that is what I had always kept in my head as why IM stood out from other fitness and bodybuilding forums. Jodi and Emma. It was really a combination of a lot of members that were consistently helpful (LAM, pfunk, cowpimp and many others), but Jodi stood out the most to me as being consistently helpful and willing to go in-depth and provide articles.

When someone asks about how to lose fat or how to gain muscle, the number one answer is almost always “proper diet is the most important.” Not long ago, someone had made a comment that the Diet & Nutrition forum has really gone to shit lately; that it used to be so many new responses were made that the whole front page would be all newly replied threads, and now there are only three or four new threads at the top ever. Anyway, the reason is pretty obvious... because Jodi and Emma left, and no one else really gives a shit about helping newbies out. I don’t blame them either; I try to contribute occasionally, but found that most are ungrateful about receiving advice (even when I had corresponded with them for weeks through PM and AIM). Anyway, these thanks are far overdue. Just know that even when they aren’t said, many are grateful and continue to be grateful for your help, Jodi.

Without Jodi's input in D&N I probably would have given up after not seeing results. Jodi is by far the most important part of my success in the gym. Welcome back Jodi.

soxmuscle · 03-21-2008, 09:38 AM

If you like her so much, why don't you marry her?

soxmuscle · 03-21-2008, 09:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by soxmuscle

If you like her so much, why don't you marry her?

Oh, and thanks Jodi

nadirmg · 03-21-2008, 10:32 AM

i wholeheartedly agree.

i'm still pretty new here but i have also benefited greatly from the all the knowledge in the stickies, albeit some of it is over my head.

kentdog is right that a lot of people here don't give back to the website by being willing to help the newbies. it's easy to see though how one would get frustrated by ungratefulness after you try and help - especially when they don't put any real effort into it.

i think it'd be great if more people started helping out a little more with questions. most of the questions people ask are nobrainers for the people that have been here longer.

when i started out here people continued to give me advice even though i felt like i was asking the same questions over and over. it's great when regular people (myself included) - not just the mods help people out.

**IainDaniel** · 03-21-2008, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by goob

She certainly is a fountain of outstanding knowledge, unlike that 'other diet moderator'...........

Yeah what a fuckin douche bag. Lets lynch him.

goob · 03-21-2008, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IainDaniel

Yeah what a fuckin douche bag. Lets lynch him.

Nate K · 03-21-2008, 11:05 AM

Ghey thread alert.

Just kidding I like Jodi

Little Wing · 03-21-2008, 12:14 PM

yes it's nice to see Jodi back around

. sadly in this day and age not many people share so much of themselves for free, especially when it's not always appreciated.

**calalily1972** · 03-21-2008, 12:45 PM

Thanks Kentdog and everyone else.

That was really nice. I appreciate all the nice comments. I feel so loved

nadirmg · 03-21-2008, 12:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jodi

Thanks Kentdog and everyone else.

That was really nice. I appreciate all the nice comments. I feel so loved

but don't be so easily deceived. her avatar still says she's heartless

fufu · 03-21-2008, 02:55 PM

Welcome back. I was actually wondering if she would post again the other day.

PreMier · 03-21-2008, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jodi

Thanks Kentdog and everyone else.

That was really nice. I appreciate all the nice comments. I feel so loved

bout time you cam back

**Prince** · 03-23-2008, 11:56 AM

Yes, welcome back Jodi, this place was feeling a bit empty.

In Jodi's honor I will rename this this forum to Jodi's Nutrition Corner!

DOMS · 03-23-2008, 01:23 PM

Jodi...

Witchblade · 03-23-2008, 01:35 PM

Her contribution to this forum is indeed enormous.

**calalily1972** · 03-24-2008, 12:37 PM

LOL you guys are funny! Thanks everyone

I may not be able to be on like I use to but I'll be around more often.....

03-20-2008, 11:09 PM	#1
KentDog Yuppie Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA Posts: 2,961 Photos: 3	Welcome Back, Jodi! I just want to say I am happy to see you back and posting again. When I first got to IM, I spent most of my time in the Diet & Nutrition forum. At the time, I had lifted for a few years but had never gone on a “clean” diet before. To me, dieting meant not eating chips and fast food, and just eating less in general. I was pretty much clueless when it came to what I consider real dieting now. Everyone was very helpful in giving me pointers, but Jodi and Emma especially; they were willing to break down my diet meal by meal, macro nutrient by macro nutrient. They responded to my PMs asking ridiculous questions. I read the stickies, but relied on them to clarify by giving me precise answers to my questions, which really helped drive the understanding. Although I wasn’t obese or fat at the time by any means, they really changed my life for the better. Today, what I consider myself as fat, is what most of America considers themselves to be in good shape. And I owe a lot of it to Jodi and Emma. I just want to say thank you both very much. I had been wanting to write this for a while now, but never really set aside the time to do it. I am busier in my life now than ever, but that is also part of the reason I am making sure I do it, because Jodi and Emma have always found the time to critique diets and give out helpful information, free of charge. What I have learned for Jodi and Emma’s posts are priceless, and I know that I never would have hired a dietician or nutritionist to do for me what they have. In fact, I don’t think I would have gotten the same results either, as I tend to believe most in the health profession tend to cater to the general population, not necessarily the already athletic population. Some have complained that Jodi’s critiques are too nitpicky, but if you read the previous sentence, you can probably figure out that I appreciate this. I remember around a year after I joined IM, I had a conversation with a few other “health nut” friends. They all frequented different forums than IM. The conversation led to me giving everyone dieting pointers. And that is what I had always kept in my head as why IM stood out from other fitness and bodybuilding forums. Jodi and Emma. It was really a combination of a lot of members that were consistently helpful (LAM, pfunk, cowpimp and many others), but Jodi stood out the most to me as being consistently helpful and willing to go in-depth and provide articles. When someone asks about how to lose fat or how to gain muscle, the number one answer is almost always “proper diet is the most important.” Not long ago, someone had made a comment that the Diet & Nutrition forum has really gone to shit lately; that it used to be so many new responses were made that the whole front page would be all newly replied threads, and now there are only three or four new threads at the top ever. Anyway, the reason is pretty obvious... because Jodi and Emma left, and no one else really gives a shit about helping newbies out. I don’t blame them either; I try to contribute occasionally, but found that most are ungrateful about receiving advice (even when I had corresponded with them for weeks through PM and AIM). Anyway, these thanks are far overdue. Just know that even when they aren’t said, many are grateful and continue to be grateful for your help, Jodi.

03-20-2008, 11:41 PM	#3
danzik17 Gender: MALE Elite Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Connecticut Posts: 3,073	+1. Wish I had half the knowledge Jodi has. Ron Paul 2012 Journal: danzik17's Log - 4-6 Week Strength/Bulk Journal: Sub 10% by April <old>

03-21-2008, 05:56 AM	#4
min0 lee Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: The Bronx, NYC Posts: 38,792 Photos: 542	I'll third this. How To Do The Perfect Bench Press Rep Bodybuilding and Lifting Weights, the Difference ironmagazine-frapper

03-21-2008, 09:38 AM	#8
soxmuscle do work son Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: I will eat your face Posts: 10,045 Photos: 10	If you like her so much, why don't you marry her? Age: 20 \| Height: 5'7" \| Weight: 150 lbs \| Penis: 12 inches

03-21-2008, 10:32 AM	#10
nadirmg hardr bettr fastr strongr Elite Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 975 Photos: 7	i wholeheartedly agree. i'm still pretty new here but i have also benefited greatly from the all the knowledge in the stickies, albeit some of it is over my head. kentdog is right that a lot of people here don't give back to the website by being willing to help the newbies. it's easy to see though how one would get frustrated by ungratefulness after you try and help - especially when they don't put any real effort into it. i think it'd be great if more people started helping out a little more with questions. most of the questions people ask are nobrainers for the people that have been here longer. when i started out here people continued to give me advice even though i felt like i was asking the same questions over and over. it's great when regular people (myself included) - not just the mods help people out. w/o log 5'5" - currently bulking - 145lb on 5/16 weight goal I: 150 :: bench goal II:170 :: squat goal II: 250 :: weighted chin goal IV: +35 x 5 x 5

03-20-2008, 11:28 PM	#2
DOMS Metrosexual Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 22,092 Photos: 1	I'll second this!

03-21-2008, 08:03 AM	#6
goob Smartass anthropologist Elite Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Anywhere, everywhere, nowhere.... Posts: 5,999	She certainly is a fountain of outstanding knowledge, unlike that 'other diet moderator'...........

03-21-2008, 11:05 AM	#13
Nate K Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 1,739 Photos: 3	Ghey thread alert. Just kidding I like Jodi

03-21-2008, 12:14 PM	#14
Little Wing Mommmmmm, turn it down!!! Elite Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: United States Posts: 23,758 Photos: 191	yes it's nice to see Jodi back around . sadly in this day and age not many people share so much of themselves for free, especially when it's not always appreciated. "MUSCLE IS TRULY GUARANTEED IF YOU WILL HONESTLY work out to BE YOUR VERY BEST - GO FOR IT!!! BECAUSE YOU CAN!!!!!! Take Care, John H."

03-21-2008, 12:45 PM	#15
calalily1972 Moderator Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 22,438 Photos: 1	Thanks Kentdog and everyone else. That was really nice. I appreciate all the nice comments. I feel so loved

03-21-2008, 02:55 PM	#17
fufu fiendish thingy Elite Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 16,731 Photos: 8	Welcome back. I was actually wondering if she would post again the other day. fufu's 1337 Journal Your diet will set you free.

03-23-2008, 11:56 AM	#19
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03-23-2008, 01:23 PM	#20
DOMS Metrosexual Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 22,092 Photos: 1	Jodi...

03-23-2008, 01:35 PM	#21
Witchblade Succinct Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Holland Posts: 4,474 Photos: 2	Her contribution to this forum is indeed enormous. My Linkdump [LSFW] IM Official FAQ [WORK IN PROGRESS]

03-24-2008, 12:37 PM	#22
calalily1972 Moderator Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 22,438 Photos: 1	LOL you guys are funny! Thanks everyone I may not be able to be on like I use to but I'll be around more often.....

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