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Posted by: Jodi

Well I'm finally doing it. A year and half ago I said I wanted to compete but I never got the guts to go through with it. I've finally made the decision and on September 28th I will be doing my first Figure competition.

I'm very excited and nervous at the same time.

I have asked TP to help guide through this process and he's has agreed to do so. I look forward to working with him and this will be yet another great learning experience for me.

Thanks TP!

TP has already set me up with his carb cycling plan and I started today. I will be posting my meals and workouts as usual and I hope you guys will follow. I have 9 weeks as of today and a lot of work to do

Meal Plan: TP's Carb Cycling (meals posted later today)

Workout: Same as usual. Hard and Heavy

Supplements:
Avant Labs Leptigen
Avant Labs Lipoderm Y
Avant Labs Ab-Solved
Xtreme Formulations ICE
Optimum 100% Whey
Syntrax Nectar
Natures Plus SOL Multi-Vits
Natures Plus SOL Multi-Minerals
Natures Plus Vitamin C
Prolab Glutamine

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

Where you using the Lipo?

And are you running it and A-S concurrently?

Posted by: Jodi

Lipoderm on my hips, butt and thighs

Ab-Solved on abs and obliques. - This stuff fucking rocks. New bottle to arrive this week.

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

You got a six-pack yet?

Posted by: Jodi

I wish!

Posted by: Jenny

Yeay!!

I'm so glad that you decided to compete!!

You'll do absolutely fantastic, I know it!

Will be very motivational to follow this journal!

You rock jodi!

Posted by: shortstuff

Ok Jenny now it is your turn, I think all the gals need to compete then we can all meet at nationals

Posted by: freeman1504

Good luck baby-doll! You know we all love ya and support ya! You will rock em and knock em dead.

Posted by: sara

you will be great jodi! I'm glad you going to compete

Posted by: Twin Peak

Quote:

Originally posted by The_Chicken_Daddy
You got a six-pack yet?

She will.

Posted by: J'Bo

i am so happy that you decided this. what federation are you competing in? and where?
your gonna be awesome and i cant wait to see your results/pics

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks guys

TP - I'm looking forward to that 6 pack!

JBo - I'm competing in an NPC Competition in Manchester, NH. I found it odd but they are holding the comp on a Sunday, 9/28

I'm definately nervous because I hear all the horror stories about unfair judging with NPC. That's OK though because with this being my first comp I'm not going worry if I don't place.

Posted by: P-funk

Good luck, you are going to be awsome..

What weight class are you going to try and shoot for??

Posted by: shortstuff

When you do figure there is no wieght class it is height classes, and she will be short like me :-)

Posted by: Jodi

Its figure they don't go by weight class but by height so I will be in the shortest class they offer.

As far as weight though, TP says we are shooting for 100-105 lbs day of competition.

Posted by: shortstuff

Hey Jodi we seem to think alike

Posted by: Jodi

Good timing

Posted by: P-funk

Is DP going to have is foot in on some of your diet "tweaks" and pre contest prep or are you doing this completly on your own??

Posted by: Jodi

Meals - No Carb Day 7/27/03

Meal 1:
3 Whole Eggs
3 Egg Whites
1 C. Green Beans

Meal 2:
30G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 3:
4 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
2 T. ACV
3 Fish Oil

Meal 4:
3.5 oz. Chicken
1 C. Broccoli
3 Fish Oil

Meal 5:
30G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Totals include Veggies:
Protein: 156
Carbs: 26
Fat: 38

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by P-funk
Is DP going to have is foot in on some of your diet "tweaks" and pre contest prep or are you doing this completly on your own??

I am working with Twin Peak on this competition.

Posted by: J'Bo

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
Thanks guys

TP - I'm looking forward to that 6 pack!

JBo - I'm competing in an NPC Competition in Manchester, NH. I found it odd but they are holding the comp on a Sunday, 9/28

I'm definately nervous because I hear all the horror stories about unfair judging with NPC. That's OK though because with this being my first comp I'm not going worry if I don't place.

Dont take it personally cause all federations judge unfairly in my opinion. Thats only because the judges are either untrained or ex-bodybuilders and dont really know what they are looking for. Just do your best and you will prevail

Sunday comps are terrible cause try to get a hair dresser and makeup artist in on a Sunday morning and geeze $$$$$$. TP will take you all the way baby. He helped me for Nationals and i was VERY VERY happy. Let me know if i can help in any way.
So how was your first no carb day?

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by J'Bo
Dont take it personally cause all federations judge unfairly in my opinion. Thats only because the judges are either untrained or ex-bodybuilders and dont really know what they are looking for. Just do your best and you will prevail

I'm use to low carb and no carb eating and it doesn't bother me at all. Its the high carb day I'm worried about

I'm trying to relax and tell myself it will be ok.

My hairdresser works out at the same gym as me and she already told me she will come to my house and do my hair and makeup and nails the morning of. I was relieved because she knows how I like my hair and makup and I would HATE to go to someone new for the first time on competition day

She's great and I was thankful she is going to be around.

I have long nails that grow like weeds (wish my hair would do the same) but how do most do their nails, French Manicure?

Posted by: J'Bo

Thats great that she is willing to come to your house the morning of and help you out.
One tip when training with TP. Smarties arent really smarties they are rockets

Posted by: Jodi

No I know what smarties are. It you weirdo's in Canada that don't know what smarties are.

j/k

Posted by: J'Bo

ha ha real smarties melt in your mouth no in your hand

those are rockets damnit

i am really looking forward to reading your journal.
high carb days were the hardest for me too.
i got addicted to the no carb days.
although my no carb days had nothing but fat and protein.
no veggies even

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by J'Bo
ha ha real smarties melt in your mouth no in your hand

no veggies even

Thats M&M's that melt in your mouth not in your hand.

Really no veggies. He told me 3 C. Veggies a day no matter what day.

Thanks JBo, I'd appreciate any comments and tips you could provide as well. This is so new for me.

Posted by: Julie7Ulie

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
Well I'm finally doing it. A year and half ago I said I wanted to compete but I never got the guts to go through with it. I've finally made the decision and on September 28th I will be doing my first Figure competition.

Wow.. Good Luck Jodi!!

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Julie!

Hungry today. I've been counting down the time in between meals. I am really looking forward to that Leptigen.

Posted by: Leslie

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
I have long nails that grow like weeds (wish my hair would do the same) but how do most do their nails, French Manicure?

Lots of journals you have to follow

Most girls stick with the French on the nails. It looks good with a tan and very natural, just my opionion. Also, less distraction for the judges.

Posted by: Stacey

Good Luck Jodi!!! I'm soo proud of you for doing this!! Your going to do great!
Thats awesome that TP Is going to help you!! I have done a version of his carb cycling and I really like it!

I can't wait to follow your journal!!

Posted by: J'Bo

i remember those count downs and then you look at your meals and think "whats this for...a bird"

Posted by: Twin Peak

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi

Really no veggies. He told me 3 C. Veggies a day no matter what day.

I only helped J'Bo with the final 10 days before the comp. I do think she did a version of my carb cycling approach that DVLMN helped her with. He has been carb cycling for a while now, since we first discussed this perhaps a year.

Also, remember that my version of the cycling has adapted and changed over the years (the basic plan). I have been doing this since 96, and have learned much along the way. Also understand that it is a flexible approach, that muct be tailored to ones needs, geno and phenotype, and lifestyle.

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Leslie
Lots of journals you have to follow

Most girls stick with the French on the nails. It looks good with a tan and very natural, just my opionion. Also, less distraction for the judges.

Thanks Stacy!

Les, I got 3 journals

That's what I figured about the nails but I thought I'd check

Thanks!

Posted by: freeman1504

Jodi, just curious, what is Leptigen? what does it do and how does it work? I also noticed something you were talking about called "ab-solved". could you enlighten my dumb ass?

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Twin Peak
I only helped J'Bo with the final 10 days before the comp. I do think she did a version of my carb cycling approach that DVLMN helped her with. He has been carb cycling for a while now, since we first discussed this perhaps a year.

Also, remember that my version of the cycling has adapted and changed over the years (the basic plan). I have been doing this since 96, and have learned much along the way. Also understand that it is a flexible approach, that muct be tailored to ones needs, geno and phenotype, and lifestyle.

I remember reading your plan over a year ago too and I think you only had 1 T. Flax in it for EFA's per day. Of course its going to change as you go.

Well, I just have to sit back, relax and remember that I trust ya!

Freeman, go check out www.avantlabs.com

You'll get all the info you could ever ask for there.

Posted by: Twin Peak

Leptigen -- a metabolic optimizer. Will keep leptin and related hormones elevated even when dieting. It is also an effective nutrient partitionor. By sending the Fed signal to your body, effects will be hunger supression, increased metaboilism, more effective dieting, calories being sent dispropotionately high to the muscle, rather than adipose, and much more.

DaMayor is testing this now, so check out his journal. Much more info is at avantlabs.com.

Ab-Solved is a localized fat mobilizer that targets stress/cortisol, and works exceptionally well in the abdominal area for those who tend to store fat there.

Posted by: freeman1504

Hmm, I'll check out the site. Thanks Jodi and TP! This might be something I could use. I am dieting but my abs have always been a bitch to get lookin' good. Thanks again!!!!

Posted by: Leslie

This is also a good thread on Leptigen over at Avant. It discusses the products as well as the positive side effects, one being decreased hunger. I am on a high carb day and I cannot belive I really don't feel up to eatting it all thanks to Leptigen2

http://forum.avantlabs.com/index.php...30&#entry64949

Posted by: freeman1504

Awesome. Thanks Leslie!

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

Quote:

Originally posted by P-funk
Is DP going to have is foot in on some of your diet "tweaks" and pre contest prep or are you doing this completly on your own??

They'll have to be called "Twpeaks" now.

Posted by: Jodi

Meals - No Carb Day 7/28/03

Meal 1:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 2:
3 oz. Chicken
1 C. Green Beans
3 Fish Oil

Meal 3:
3.25 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
2 T. ACV
3 Fish Oil

Meal 4:
2.5 Egg Yolks
5 Egg Whites
1 C. Green Beans

Meal 5:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 6:
4 oz. Cod
3 Fish Oil

Protein: 151
Carbs: 24 (including veggies)
Fat: 35

Posted by: Jodi

Chest Workout 7/28/03

5 Sets Low Incline DB Press: 30x12, 35x12, 40x12, 45x10 + 35x5, 40x10 + 30x7
3 Sets Incline BB Press: 65x12, 75x10, 85x7
4 Sets Swiss Ball 1 1/2 Flys: 20x12, 20x10, 20x10, 20x10
3 Sets Standing Cable Press: 30x12, 40x12, 40x12
3 Sets Incline Hammer Strength: 35x12, 35x10, 35x8
3 Sets External Rotations: 5x12, 5x12, 5x12

Posted by: Claudette

Good luck Jodi! I just have a few questions for ya.
What is T ACV? Also, what are your current stats, or did I miss that somewhere?
-Tracie

Posted by: J'Bo

yes we want stats....stat

Posted by: Jodi

I will have stats for you guys this weekend.

2 T. ACV = 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar

Posted by: nikegurl

I'm dying to know....how many grams of carbs are you shooting for at each carb meal on your high carb days. I know my totals will have to be higher but figure I can aim for a number somewhere between you and Leslie. (ohmygawd it's gonna be hard to eat that much!)

Posted by: Jodi

I'm not shooting for any number. I know I'm all weirded out too. I'm going to eat my protein and piece of fruit and fish oil and then eat the carbs til I don't want no more.

I know I'm disoriented about this too but thats because we have always been so use to to exact numbers.

Just try it and see what happens. Thats what I'm gonna do tomorrow.

Posted by: nikegurl

I'm sucha spaz. lol. But you knew that!

Isn't today your high carb day? (no high low?)

Posted by: Jodi

Per TP Orders, today is a no carb and tomorrow is high.

Posted by: nikegurl

are you always going to do 2 no carb days in a row or is that just to get you started?

if tomorrow is high is Thursday low and then Fri none again?

(thanks for putting up with me!)

Posted by: Jodi

TP has me on a different rotation. He started me 3 no carb days in a row. Then I will follow this:

High
No
Low
No

Repeat

Posted by: CaptainDeadlift

Are the various high/low/no carb days correlated to your workout days?

Posted by: Jodi

No, I just follow that rotation.

Posted by: Claudette

Did I miss something somehwere or something? Why the carb rotation? Just curious...

Posted by: J'Bo

its called carb cycling and works really well for some people. keeps your body geussing and gives you enough fuel to have great workouts.

Posted by: Jodi

Meals 7/29/03 Last No Carb day in a Row

Meal 1:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 2:
3 oz. Chicken
1 C. Broccoli
1 tsp. Mustard
3 Fish Oil

Meal 3:
3.25 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
2 T. Red Wine Vinegar
3 Fish Oil

Meal 4:
4 oz. Cod
3 Fish Oil

Meal 5:
4 oz. Ground Sirloin
1 C. Green Beans
Onion Powder/Garlic Powder/Ground Pepper

Meal 6:
25G Protein
1 tsp. Instant Decaf
3 Fish Oil

Protein: 150
Carbs: 17
Fat: 26

Posted by: Jodi

Since I've been trying to reduce the muscle in my legs I've only been working them out ever 2 weeks. Well because I decided to compete I don't think that will do anymore and I need to do something. I don't want to do a heavy workout on my legs because I don't want them bigger and last week I worked them.

Also, because I'm not allowed any cardio right now I figured I would make up a very very very light leg and ab day and make it a very fast paced workout. I figured I could do this every other week that I don't do my full heavier leg workout.

TP - If this is not ok let me know but please please please please. I loved it and it was still a workout. I sweated bullets and even hit failure a few times

Legs & Abs 7/29/03

Each set was continuous and done 3 times

Set 1
3 Sets Inner Leg Squat: 20x20, 25x20, 30x20
3 Sets High Step Ups, 20 reps per leg: BWx20, 5x20, 10x20
3 Sets Swiss Ball Crunch: BWx30, 10x30, 20x30
3 Sets Side Bends: 25x30, 25x30, 25x30

Set 2
4 Sets BB Squats: BBx25, BBx25, BBx25, BBx25
4 Sets BB Good Mornings: BBx25, BBx25, BBx25
4 Sets Decline Crunch: BWx25, BWx25, BWx25, BWx25
4 Sets Bench Tucks: BWx25, BWx25, BWx25, BWx25

Set 3
3 Sets Abductor Machine: 70x20, 70x20, 70x20
3 Sets Adductor Machine: 70x20, 70x20, 70x20
3 Sets Reverse Crunch: BWx30, BWx30, BWx30
3 sets Bicycle Tucks: BWx30, BWx30, BWx30

Posted by: Twin Peak

Fine.

Posted by: nikegurl

i gotta make sure i phrase this properly b/c i'm truly asking a question and not phrasing an opinion as if it's a question. k?

should your fat intake be quite as low as it was on your 2 no carb days? (i haven't a clue) i know about the fish oil caps but thought if your protein sources didn't have some fat in at least 2 of the meals you'd want to add some flax or pb somewhere?

i'm starting tomorrow and thought since only 1 of my meals (eggs) will have fat in it i'd add some safflower mayo to the tuna (maybe only 1/2 Tbs for 6 g fat?) in addition to the fish oil caps.

but i won't if it's better not to.

thanks!

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Twin Peak
Fine.

Oh thank you wise one "Words of Many"

Posted by: Jodi

NG - No additional fat. The only time you want to add a Tbs. flax or pb is if you didn't have eggs or red meat that day. Otherwise, no additional fat is required other than your Fish Oil caps.

Posted by: nikegurl

allrighty then. easier that way! i guess i can get used to tuna w/vinegar.

thanks!

Posted by: Jodi

I do tuna and romaine with vinegar. It makes it easier to choke down dry tuna when its all mixed up like that.

Posted by: Twin Peak

If you are in the 25 - 50 gram range of fat and you are averaging somewhere in the 40 range, its not a big deal. If you want to add a TBSP of flax so be it.

Also, remember, Jodi is on a fairly strict version given her contest date and such. We don't have a whole lot of time to experiement.

Posted by: Claudette

I'm asking all kinds of what y'all might think to be stupid questions, but, oh well. What is an inner leg squat? I've been working out for a long time and have never heard of that. Then again, maybe I have, just not under that name...

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Claudette
I'm asking all kinds of what y'all might think to be stupid questions, but, oh well. What is an inner leg squat? I've been working out for a long time and have never heard of that. Then again, maybe I have, just not under that name...

They are not dumb questions at all.

Its also known as Dumbell Plie Squat, if that helps any.

Posted by: Julie7Ulie

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi

3 Sets Swiss Ball Crunch: BWx30, 10x30, 20x30
3 Sets Side Bends: 25x30, 25x30, 25x30

Jodi, What do you use as weight for these? Plates?

Posted by: Jodi

Swiss Ball was a DB and Side Bends was a plate

Posted by: Julie7Ulie

I thought weight for obliques wasnt a good idea?

Posted by: Jodi

Its not

Remember don't follow me with everything I do.

Posted by: Claudette

OK, I know what they are now. You're right, I know them as plie squats. Those are my favorites!!

Posted by: Jodi

High Carb Day 7/30/03

Meal 1:
25G Protein
1/2 - 3/4 C. Steel Cut Oats
1 Apple
3 Fish Oil

Meal 2:
3.25 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
2 T. Red Wine Vinegar
a buttload of Fiber One

1 Apple
3 Fish Oil

Meal 3:
3 oz. Chicken
1 C. Broccoli
3 Fish Oil

Meal 4:
4 oz. Cod
1 Lg. Sweet Potato
Some more Fiber One
1/2 Grapefruit
3 Fish Oil

Meal 5:
4 oz. Ground Sirloin
1 C. Green Beans
1.25 - 1.5 C. Kidney Beans
1/2 Grapefruit

Meal 6:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Totals: Not a freaking clue, guestimate 2100 cals

Posted by: Twin Peak

I was just curious how many cups are in a buttload?

Posted by: Jodi

I don't know I'll let you know tomorrow!

If I had to guess, I probably ate 1.25 - 1.5 C.

Posted by: nikegurl

i think i'll be sure to include a buttload of fiber one on my high carb days as well (fri is first one.)

you're full of good ideas, jodi!

Posted by: Twin Peak

BTW, when I eat a buttload of fiber one, I am referring to an entire sleeve.

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Twin Peak
BTW, when I eat a buttload of fiber one, I am referring to an entire sleeve.

Do you ever leave the bathroom the next day?

Posted by: Jodi

Shoulder Workout 7/30/03

3 Sets Reverse Pec Deck: 50x12, 50x12, 55x10
3 Sets Facing Incline Laterals: 15x6, 17.5x6, 17.5x6

Superset
3 Sets Swiss Ball DB Presses: 25x12, 25x10, 25x10
3 Sets Swiss Ball DB Laterals: 10x12, 10x10, 10x10

Superset
3 Sets DB Hammer Grip Front Raise: 10x12, 10x12, 10x12
3 Sets Behind Back Cable Lateral: 10x12, 10x12, 10x12

5 Sets 1 Arm Tri Ext: 12.5x15, 12.5x15, 12.5x15, 12.5x15, 12.5x12
6 Sets External Rotations: 5x15, 5x15, 5x15, 5x15, 5x15, 5x15

Posted by: Twin Peak

Your leptigen should arrive tomorrow.

Posted by: nikegurl

can't wait to hear how it goes!

TP - think if i wait 2 weeks i run the risk of it being sold out?

Posted by: Twin Peak

At the current pace of sales you should be fine. But it wouldn't suprise me, based on the feedback to date, if it disappeared very fast.

Posted by: Twin Peak

Of course, we will make more, I just expect a 3-4 week delay until the next batch is run.

Posted by: butterfly

Jodi,

I'm so proud of you for setting these new goals!!! You are such a beautiful person, dedicated, true, a real inspiration!!! I'm so looking forward to watching your progress and seeing you succeed!!! You've inspired me to give up all my cheats and get "back in the game." Thanks for sharing your journey with us!!!

Posted by: Jodi

OMG.....thank you so much Butterfly! It really means alot more than you know to hear that.

I really appreciate all the support I get from everyone, thank you, you guys are the best.

Can't wait for my Leptigen today. Thank you TP for checking up on it for me

Posted by: Jodi

No Carb Day 7/31/03

Meal 1:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 2:
3 oz. Chicken
1 C. Broccoli
3 Fish Oil

Meal 3:
3.25 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
2 T. ACV
3 Fish Oil

Meal 4:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 5:
4 oz. Ground Sirloin
1 C. Green Beans

Meal 6:
2.25 oz. Cod
3 Egg Whites
3 Fish Oil

Protein: 149
Fat: 26
Carb: 19 (including veggies)

Posted by: Twin Peak

Fats a tad low. Up it by 10 grams. Flax or some yolks, or more beef.

Posted by: butterfly

Wow, you have fish oil with every meal??? My bottle says 2, 3xday. Is that not enough???

Posted by: butterfly

BTW, I ordered some Leptigen today! Can't wait to get started on it!!!

Posted by: Jodi

B - Mix it with crystal light (raspberry ice), its nasty tasting

TP told me 15 Fish Caps a day

Posted by: nikegurl

Hi Jodi - What dosage are you going with on the Leptigen?

(how many times a day and how many Tbs) I know as you get leaner and calories go lower you actually need more but just curious where you're starting with it.

Posted by: Jodi

3 T. 3x a day and if I get up in the middle of the night, another tablespoon, but I don't ever get up so I won't be having that dose. LOL

Posted by: nikegurl

cool. so at that dosage think 1 container will last you close to a month?

i've got no business spending money on this right now...but i'm dying to try it. i might do it next week when i get paid....

i'll check with TP on dosage. have a great night!

Posted by: Twin Peak

Jodi, on Monday, lets up you to 4.

Nike, depends, you seem pretty lean so I'd think the same.

Posted by: Claudette

How much is leptigen, anyway, and where are you all ordering it from?

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Claudette
How much is leptigen, anyway, and where are you all ordering it from?

You can check it and buy it here. Read about what it does first

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Twin Peak
Jodi, on Monday, lets up you to 4.

Nike, depends, you seem pretty lean so I'd think the same.

Will do!

I added more crystal light and it still tastes like shit

I'll just keep thinking..................Swamp water.............remember swamp water

Oh as far as increasing my fat, can I have a some half n half in my coffee, 3G Fat per 2T and less than 1G Sugar.

Posted by: P-funk

I hate crystal light so much but for some reason since I have completely dropped sugar i fond myself craving it because I want something sweet.

Posted by: Jodi

Raspberry Ice is my favorite. Oh I have a strawberry banana one. Maybe the LeptiGen would taste better in that.

I read on Avant someone eating the powder dry and swigging it with water.

Posted by: P-funk

I like eating the dry powrders with a very small amount of water...kool aid and gatorade are the best. Iced tea powder is also pretty good.

Have you ever had crystal light lemonade. I think it is the easiest to stomach

Posted by: lina

Good luck Jodi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Any more info on the comp? Do they have a site?

I will try to make it!!!!!

You will look fantastic!!!

Posted by: J'Bo

Hey Jodi...this a high carb day?
I loved my pb and dry oats on high carb days, although no carb days seemed to be easier. Well have a great weekend if i dont chat with you. I am off to pose.

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by P-funk
I like eating the dry powrders with a very small amount of water...kool aid and gatorade are the best. Iced tea powder is also pretty good.

Have you ever had crystal light lemonade. I think it is the easiest to stomach

No Funky they are eating the LeptiGen dry.

You havn't tasted this stuff

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by lina
Good luck Jodi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Any more info on the comp? Do they have a site?

I will try to make it!!!!!

You will look fantastic!!!

Thank you. That would be awsome if you could come up. Julie said she's going to as well.

Here's the site.
http://www.geocities.com/npcnh/npcnh.html

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by J'Bo
Hey Jodi...this a high carb day?
I loved my pb and dry oats on high carb days, although no carb days seemed to be easier. Well have a great weekend if i dont chat with you. I am off to pose.

Have fun at your shoot today.

Go Knock em dead

Today is actually a low carb day

Posted by: J'Bo

Ummm low carbs...hard day.
I cant wait to follow your journey.
Your gonna do great.

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks J'Bo, I certainly have great role models

TP - Well I already had the cream in my coffee that I asked you about earlier in my journal today, couldn't wait, needed my Starbucks NOW!

. Soooo, I hope it was ok.

You said I needed more fat

Posted by: naturaltan

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
B - Mix it with crystal light (raspberry ice), its nasty tasting

Is it any worse than shooting a tbl of flax/hemp/whatever oil?

Posted by: Jodi

I can drink Flax like water compared to this stuff.

I just read Crystal Light Lemonade flavor masks the taste. I know what I'm buying tonight.

Posted by: naturaltan

that is IMPRESSIVE!

Posted by: freeman1504

It can't taste worse than liquid clenbutrix. That shit is absolutely horrible

Posted by: Twin Peak

Cream is fine.

I don't taste the LG at all in Rasberry ICE. Most people say lemonaid is the best.

Posted by: aggies1ut

OMG, nothing tastes worse than liquid Clen. UGH.

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by Twin Peak
Cream is fine.

I don't taste the LG at all in Rasberry ICE. Most people say lemonaid is the best.

Cream for my coffee

Oh how the little things excite me when you deprive yourself.

It tastes like shit in Raspberry Ice. I'm getting Lemonade tonight.

Never had nor will I ever have Clen.

Posted by: nikegurl

the liquid clen is so bad....only had it once and i remember it so well. the worst taste ever and then it lingers. just lasts and lasts no matter what you do.

Posted by: Twin Peak

I hate supplements that are made to sound like a drug.

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

Me also.

Or at least, i hate the companies who label their supplements to sound like illgal drugs.

Posted by: Twin Peak

I hate the people that work for them.

Posted by: Jodi

Children

Posted by: Twin Peak

Kidding....

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

There ain't much i don't hate.

Posted by: freeman1504

I LOVE you Chicken Daddy!

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

I know, baby.

I know.

There ain't many who don't love me.

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by The_Chicken_Daddy
I know, baby.

I know.

There ain't many who don't love me.

Don't hurt your back too hard from all that patting.

Posted by: nikegurl

Quote:

Originally posted by The_Chicken_Daddy
There ain't much i don't hate.

It's good to have hobbies and outside interests.

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

The back is fine.

It's the hyper-extended shoulders that are causing me some concern.

Posted by: Jodi

Be sure you get that checked out. Your too young for shoulder problems.

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

Is that insinuating that Steve is old?

Posted by: Jodi

Quote:

Originally posted by The_Chicken_Daddy
Is that insinuating that Steve is old?

Well seeing that TP and I are the exact same age by only a few days apart then I would have to say NO!!!

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

Must be awful to be over the hill.

Posted by: nikegurl

hey....i am year OLDER. i swear TCD, i was about to express my love. (you've been especially funny today) but now you've wrecked it.

Posted by: Jodi

Play nice!!! And thats not being nice. Guess we don't love TCD today.

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

Stage one: Denial.

I can't wait for Stage two to kick in.

Posted by: Twin Peak

Rob, while we may be over the hill, just remember this, puberty is a bitch, and you aren't going to like it.

Posted by: nikegurl

it may be awhile...us old people are slow

Posted by: CaptainDeadlift

Quote:

Originally posted by Twin Peak
Rob, while we may be over the hill, just remember this, puberty is a bitch, and you aren't going to like it.

I think he already went through puberty. Don't you remember that infamous picture?

Posted by: The_Chicken_Daddy

I'll never reach a mature enough mental age for my brain to register puberty to begin.

Posted by: Jodi

Pre-Comp Stats

Measurements were taken morning after High Carb Day!!!!

Measurements: Hip measurements taken with fee 1.5-2 inches apart

Pec right under armpit: 34.75
Rib Cage, right under breast: 32.5
Arms: 11
Waist: 28.25 (why me....

, I'm been blessed with a thick waist)
Abs at naval: 32

Top Hip/Lower Abs: 34.25
Hip close to flexors: 35.25
Hip right under butt: 35.5
Thigh: 21.5
Calf: 13.5

Skin Folds

Chest: 3 mm
Midaxillary: 4 mm
Tricep: 10 mm
Subscapular: 6 mm
Abdomen: 12 mm
Suprailiac: 9 mm
Thigh: 7 mm

Posted by: Jodi

Decided to take some pics tonight, practice my smiling and so I have something to compare to when I'm done

Relaxed pose

Look at that gut!!!

Posted by: Jodi

I'm not sucking that in, Honest

Posted by: Jodi

Back

Posted by: Jodi

Attempting a flair

Posted by: Jodi

Low Carb Day 8/1/03

Meal 1:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil
1/2 C. Oats
1/2 Grapefruit
1 T. HalfnHalf

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 2:
3 oz. Chicken
1 C. Broccoli
3 Fish Oil

Meal 3:
3.25 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
3 Fish Oil
1/3 C. Fiber One
1/2 Grapefruit

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 4:
3 oz. Chicken
3 Fish Oil

4 scoops ICE

Meal 5:
4 oz. Ground Sirloin
1/2 C. Kidney Beans
1 C. Green Beans
1 Apple
3 Fish Oil

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 6:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Protein: 166
Carb: 137
Fat: 33

Posted by: Jodi

Back Workout 8/1/03

4 Sets Hammer Pulldown: 90x12, 110x12, 130x12, 150x12
3 Sets MG PG Pulldown: 90x12, 105x12, 105x12
3 sets 1 Arm Cable Row: 45x12, 50x12, 50x12
3 sets RG Bent over BB Rows: 95x12, 95x12, 105x12
3 Sets TBar Row: 45x12, 55x12, 65x12
3 Sets Hypers: 25x12, 25x12, 25x12

Posted by: sara

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
Relaxed pose

Look at that gut!!!

Gut? I don't see any gut jodi

Posted by: buff_tat2d_chick

Jodi! You look terrific girl!!! Very impressive!

Posted by: J'Bo

jodi.
one tip on the posing.
always relax your hands and think of holding tea cups.
have your thumb touch the inside of your 4th finger and you will always look really relaxed and elegant. alot of competitors dont do this and they really get marked down for not looking natural.

Posted by: Jodi

J'Bo, I need all the posing tips I can get. That is what I fear the most of right now, at least I'm learning to smile in my pics, thats a start.

Posted by: J'Bo

Yes thats a great start.
Monday i will make a posing tips thread for you guys.
I teach alot of figure and fitness girls how to pose.

Posted by: Jodi

That would be great J'Bo. I look forward to reading it. I sooo suck at posing

Posted by: donescobar2000

Hey Jodi! I found the cottage cheese. After searching so much. I finally found them at Whole Foods Market (my favorite grocery store). It is kinda small though, also pricey. I loaded up on them though. I bought 6 of the 4 serving containers. Thanks! I can not wait to try them.

Posted by: P-funk

Nice pics Jodi. How many more weeks to go??

Posted by: donescobar2000

Wow Jodi! Can I sharpen my knife on you? You are looking chissled! Good Job!

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks guys!

Funky I still have 8 more weeks.

I was at the grocery store tonight and for the first time ever they had buffalo steaks. So I picked up 2 4 oz. steaks and I'm eating one right now.

OMFG!!!!!!!!!! If you like beef espeicially filet mignon, its is nothing compared to this. This is better than any steak I've got in any restaurant.

Its only 3G fat for this piece of buffalo. I can't wait to eat the next one

Posted by: sara

what's the name of the grocery store you bought it from?

Posted by: donescobar2000

I gotta try that.

Posted by: Jodi

They are a local grocery store here only in New England, its called Stop n shop

Posted by: sara

we don't have it here

Posted by: Jodi

Sara, we will never have the same stores we live on opposite sides of the country.

Ok, another cool thing I got tonight was Saltless Salt!

I use to be such a salt freak and I miss just a little bit on my food so when I found this I was excited. It has no sodium in it. Of course there are chemicals but a speck won't hurt every now and then. Its made my McCormick if anyone is interested.

Posted by: aggies1ut

In Cali, Trader Joe's and the Whole Foods Market have ostrich patties, buffalo patties, and ground buffalo. The Whole Foods Market also has bison ane venison meat.

Posted by: donescobar2000

Ah shnap!!! I'm going tommorow.

Posted by: aggies1ut

I LOVE Safeway, Trader Joe's, The Whole Foods Market, and Costco.

Posted by: butterfly

Yeah

a smile!!!

You already look great! Can't wait to see you in comp mode!!!

Posted by: Jenny

Wow, great pics Jodi!!

You'll look amazing at your comp

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks B and Jenny

I will try and post more pics in a few weeks to compare and see if there are any changes.

Posted by: Jodi

No Carb Day 8/2/03

1 T. Leptigen w/ Raspberry Lemonade (much better)

Meal 1:
3 Whole Eggs
3 Egg Whites
1 C. Green Beans
1 T. Half N Half

Meal 2: Pre W/O
30G Protein
3 Fish Oil

1 T. Leptigen

4 Scoops ICE during w/o

Meal 3: Post w/o
4 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
1 T. ACV
1 T. Red Wine Vinegar
3 Fish Oil

Meal 4:
4 oz. Buffalo Steak
1 Med. Vidalia Onion
3 Fish Oil

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 5:
30G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Protein: 152
Carb: 28
Fat: 35

Posted by: Jodi

Arms & Abs

4 Sets VBar Pressdown: 100x12, 120x6 + 90x6, 120x6 + 90x6, 100x12
4 Sets DB Overhead Ext: 45x12, 40x6 + 30x6, 40x6 + 30x6, 35x12
4 Sets 1 Arm RG Cable Press: 20x12, 25x8 + 15x8, 25x8 + 15x8, 20x12
4 Sets Standing EZ Bar Curl: 30x15, 40x12, 50x10, 50x8
4 Sets 2 Handle Cable Curl: 30x12, 30x12, 30x12, 30x12
4 Sets DB Hammer Curls: 20x12, 20x12, 20x10, 20x10

3 Sets Decline Crunch: 30
3 Sets Bench Tucks: 30
3 Sets Swiss Ball Crunch: 30
3 Sets Bicycle Tuck: 30
3 Sets Floor Crunch: 30

Posted by: Jodi

The Leptigen has really blunted my hunger. I'm never hungry anymore and today is high carb day.

What a waste

I did all I could to eat my breakfast. Normally I'd want more but I played with the oats with my spoon and knew I had to eat them because it wasn't all that much to begin with.

This is going to make high carb days very difficult.

Women - complain if were hungry complain if were not.

Not only that but between the Leptigen and the ICE I have had the greatest workouts in a long time and I'm sooooo full of energy today. This is only after 2 days of this stuff

Posted by: aggies1ut

What's ICE?

Posted by: Adidas

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
The Leptigen has really blunted my hunger. I'm never hungry anymore and today is high carb day.

What a waste

Not only that but between the Leptigen and the ICE I have had the greatest workouts in a long time and I'm sooooo full of energy today. This is only after 2 days of this stuff

Jodi I couldn't agree more with you!! I am on day #3 of leptigen and ICE and I have had 3 GR8 workouts. I was amazed at my strength! I had a very hard time getting in all my carbs yesterday too.

Love this stuff!!!

Posted by: donescobar2000

Hmm....where can i get leptigen?

Posted by: Julie7Ulie

Jodi your pics look great.

Posted by: Claudette

yeah, what is ICE?

Posted by: Jodi

Leptigen can be read about and bought at www.avantlabs.com

ICE can be read about and bought at www.1fast400.com

Posted by: Pepper

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
Leptigen can be read about and bought at www.avantlabs.com

ICE can be read about and bought at www.1fast400.com

Here is a direct link to the ICE product:
http://www.1fast400.com/product_info...roducts_id=415

Posted by: Jodi

High Carb Day 8/3/03 I was so not hungry for this today.

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 1:
3 Whole Eggs
3 Egg Whites
Steel Cut Oats
1 Peach

Meal 2:
30G Protein
3 Fish Oil

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 3:
4 oz. Buffalo
Summer Squash
Large Sweet Potato
Couple bites of Fiber One
1 Peach

Meal 4:
4 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
1 T. ACV
1 T. Red Wine Vinegar
Lots of Fiber One
1 Apple
3 Fish Oil

1 T. Leptigen

Meal 5:
30G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Posted by: freeman1504

Hey Jodi!

Have you noticed any phsyical appearance changes with the leptigen2 and the ab-solved yet? I'm thinking of using this stuff to shed this god damn baby fat that I have never been able to get rid of, no matter what my diet is!!!!!

Posted by: Jodi

You need to read about it first. With the ab-solved I had great results reducing my waistline. The leptigen has blunted my hunger and help with some great workouts. Too soon to tell what else

Posted by: freeman1504

Yeah, I have read about them on the avant site. I'm leaning that way though!

Posted by: donescobar2000

I may consider the leptigen myself.

Posted by: Pepper

Quote:

Originally posted by Jodi
High Carb Day 8/3/03 I was so not hungry for this today.

Jodi, I was heading out the door today when my wife says "Aren't you going to eat breakfast?"

I havn't even come close to skipping breakfast in 4 months.

I guess the Leptigen is starting to work.

I swear one day, I am going to drink my Leptigen and

it right back up.

Posted by: Adidas

Quote:

Originally posted by Pepper

I swear one day, I am going to drink my Leptigen and

it right back up.

Hey Pepper.... I know that feeling. The smell alone gets me. However I do not seem to be watching the clock as I used to waiting for my next meal. When I mix it with ICE you can't even taste it.

Posted by: Jodi

And this is only 1 of the benefits of this stuff

I finally found a combination that works for me. 1 T. Leptigen, a dash of raspberry ice crystal light powder, fill cup with pre-mixed raspberry lemonade crystal light and shake. Can't taste it.

Adidas I don't think I'm suppose to mix ICE and Leptigen, at least I wasnt told to. Besides I have to sip on ICE during my workout and I'd prefer to chug the Leptigen.

Posted by: Twin Peak

ICE is versital and can be used in many ways, hence the discrepancies.

And everyone is having great workouts on ICE and Leptigen while dieting?

Wow. Who knew?

Posted by: Jodi

I've had some kick ass workouts

Also a speck of abdominal discomfort that I suppose will go away once I get use to it.

Posted by: Twin Peak

You aren't the only one, though it seems to be a relatively minor/uncommon issue.

Posted by: Jodi

Yeah, its getting better but its still there. The first day was horrible, way too much gas.

Posted by: lina

Hey Jodi!!!

I just checked that link and your comp is the same weekend we are planning to go to NY to drop off our dog. My mom will be visiting some friends there and she'll be taking him back with her.

Well, that's the plan for now, we will see...

I will follow your journal closely, I just finished reading the entire thing and boy I do have a lot of catching up to do with all these journals and what's going on with everyone.

B is right, you are such an inspiration! Go girl!!!

You look really good already! Great muscle base! Musclemania is coming to Boston in October, beginning I think, you should consider doing that one too?

TP is doing such a wonderful job coaching and providing support to everyone...!

I think he deserves lots of smilies today!!

Posted by: nikegurl

Hi Jodi - You are looking really good! I think you're going to be very very ready in 8 weeks!

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Lina and NG! I will get there thanks to TP!

Posted by: Twin Peak

"Very very ready" is indeed a good way to put it.

Posted by: dymas

Quote:

"Very very ready" is indeed a good way to put it.

or "Damn sexy and tearing up the stage!"

Posted by: Jodi

No Carb Day 8/4/03

Meal 1:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil
1/2 T. HalfNHalf

Meal 2:
3 oz. Chicken
1 sm. Cucumber
3 Fish Oil
1/2 T. Half N Half

Meal 3:
3.25 oz. Albacore
3 C. Romaine
1 T. Red Wine Vinegar
1 T. ACV
forgot fish oil

Meal 4:
25G Protein
3 Fish Oil

Meal 5:
2 Whole Eggs
3 Egg Whites

Meal 6:
4 oz. Ground Sirloin
1 Med. Onion
3 Fish Oil

Protein: 147
Carb: 22
Fat: 37

Posted by: Jodi

Chest Workout 8/4/03

3 Sets External Rotations: 5x15, 5x15, 5x15
3 Sets Swiss Ball DB Press: 35x12, 40x12, 45x12

3 Sets Incline BB Press: 65x12, 75x12, 85x10

Superset
3 Sets Low Cable Flys: 30x12, 30x10, 30x10
3 Sets Middle Cable Flys: 30x12, 30x10, 30x10

3 Sets External Rotations

1 hour Bike Ride

I took it easy don't worry.

Posted by: Nate

looks like you're on track!

nice work, jodi!

Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Nate!

TP - I think my tummy is finally use to the Leptigen. Do you want me to increase to 4 T a day?

Posted by: Twin Peak

Increase starting on Monday.

Posted by: JB_427

Holy shit Jodi #1!! What the hell did I miss this past week!?!?!

You GO girl!

Go Jodi, Go Jodi, Go Jodi!!!