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Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by PreMier
MMM.. fudge brownie aaaahhhhhhggggg
I can still taste how yummy it was


Posted by: IainDaniel

That is my ultimate dessert. If I am out, and I choose to have a dessert that has to be on the menu, or I won't order.


Posted by: Jodi

I just really wanted the vanilla ice cream I'm not a big chocolate fan and I despise chocolate ice cream and choc. cake so the brownie part was alright. Don't get me wrong it was still good but the ice cream part was the best

Give me Ice Cream and Cheesecake anyday over choc.


Posted by: PreMier

I just bought some(snelgrove) pralines and caramel icecream


Posted by: P-funk

hittin' the 45s for 8 on the incline db press!!!


Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Funky

It was harder getting the weight above me then it was to press it.


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Thanks Funky

It was harder getting the weight above me then it was to press it.

Yeah I know. I have hurt myself kicking back dumbells before, espcially on the incline bench because you really have very little room to make the catch before your back hits the pad, unlike flat bench. It may be safer for you to use bth hands to get on up to shoulder level and have someone hand you the other one once you are laid back on the bench.


Posted by: Jodi

Good idea, except there is never anyone around when I need them.


Posted by: Paynne

I rest the DB on my thigh and then lift my knee up so that my leg does half the work.


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Good idea, except there is never anyone around when I need them.

that sucks....I'd train with ya


Posted by: JLB001

I usually just pop them up with my leg.


Posted by: P-funk

Yeah, it sin't so bad on the incline I was just saying for safety reasons. It is really hard to pop them up when you are doing seated dumbell shoulder press because you have nowhere to go once you kick them up. I usually have to stand up and clean the wieght to my shoulders and then sit down and start pressing.


Posted by: Jodi

I used my knee. There was no other way. It still wasn't easy shoving the weight up there though. Especially on the last set.

My boyfriend will normally be with me so I won't need to worry. We are working our schedules so we can lift together from now on. He's a pure ecto. I've already packed over 10lbs on him


Posted by: Jodi

Meal 1:
1 Whole Egg
4 Egg Whites
1/4 C. L/C FF Milk
1/4 C. Cottage Cheese
4 Fish
1 C. Broccoli

Meal 2:
30G Protein
4 Fish

Meal 3:
3.5 oz. Chix
Lettuce
Spinach Pesto Sauce
1 FF WW Pita (Trader Joe's - they kick ass)
1/2 Apple
2 Fish

Meal 4:
30G Protein

Meal 5:
5 oz. Turkey Meatloaf
Brown Rice
1/2 Apple
2 Fish

Meal 6:
1 C. Cottage Cheese
5G Protein
4 Fish


Posted by: Jodi

I joined a brand new gym today

Testing out all the new equipment and weight differences. EVERYTHING is Hammer Strength

4 HS 1 Arm Front Lat Pull: 45x8, 70x8, 70x8, 70x8
4 HS 1 Arm Low Row: 45x8, 70x8, 70x8, 70x8
4 HS 1 Legged Ham Press: 180x8, 180x8, 230x8, 230x8
3 Lying Leg Curl: 95x8, 85x8, 90x8
3 HS Seated Shrugs: 100x8, 110x8, 110x8
3 Overhead Curls: 60x8, 65x8, 70x8
3 Reverse Curls: 60x8, 65x8, 70x8
3 Cable Curls: 60x8, 60x7, 55x8
3 Cable Crunch: 110x4, 110x4, 110x4
3 Side Bends: 110x4, 110x4, 110x4
3 Arms straight Cable crunch: 60x4x, 60x4, 60x4
3 HS Ab Machine: 70x4, 70x4, 70x4


Posted by: PreMier

What gym? Why?


Posted by: Jodi

I don't disclose where I lift

I switched because its closer to home, it has all HS equipment, its brand new and it was a cheaper deal for my boyfriend and I combined


Posted by: PreMier

Oh...
Thats good. I pay 10$ a month at mine(24hr) and have an all club membership. I lucked out


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
4 HS 1 Arm Front Lat Pull: 45x8, 70x8, 70x8, 70x8
I assume you are using the small attachment that you use for cable crossovers and such. If so a good variation, especially for your clients and especially for those that have slumped posture, you can start with the palm facing forward and as you pull down rotate the palm towards your body. The external rotation throught the movement will get the rear delts involved more.


Posted by: Jodi

Actually its HS.

Hammer Strength.


Posted by: BabsieGirl

MORNING EVERYONE


Posted by: aggies1ut

Told ya Trader Joe's is awesome. Have you seen the Just Chicken and Just Salmon? They are great if you don't feel like cooking.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by aggies1ut
Told ya Trader Joe's is awesome. Have you seen the Just Chicken and Just Salmon? They are great if you don't feel like cooking.
No I haven't seen that. What is it? How much?

These WW pitas are the best. No sugar whatsoever and 100% whole wheat. I love their ww tortillas too


Posted by: aggies1ut

Just Chicken is already pre-cooked chicken. It's the same with the Salmon. They also have Just Chicken Teriyaki. They are usually by the prepackaged salads like Caesar, etc. Cost is about 4 dollars. 150 cals and 1 gram of fat per cup for the chicken. I eat it all the time.


Posted by: Jodi

I'll have to check that out next time. Sounds great for a quick meal. Thanks


Posted by: aggies1ut

No prob. I love Trader Joes.


Posted by: Jodi

No Carb Day

Meal 1:
1 Whole Egg
4 Egg Whites
1/4 C. L/C FF Milk
1/4 C. Cottage Cheese
4 Fish
1 C. Broccoli

Meal 2:
30G Protein
4 Fish

Meal 3:
4 oz. Chix
1 C. Broccoli
2 Pickle Spears

Meal 4:
30G Protein
4 Fish
2 tsp. Nat PB

Meal 5:
5 oz. Steak
1 C. Green Beans

Meal 6:
1 C. Cottage Cheese
5 G Protein
4 Fish
Cinnamon/Splenda


Posted by: Jodi

Meal 1:
1 Whole Egg
4 Egg Whites
1/4 C. L/C FF Milk
1/4 C. Cottage Cheese
4 Fish
1 C. Broccoli

Meal 2:
30G Protein
4 Fish

Meal 3:
Chix. White Chili
3/4 C. Brown Rice
1 C. Broccoli
4 Fish
1/2 Apple

Meal 4:
23G Protein
1 C. FF L/C Milk
3/4 C. Fiber One
2 Celery Stalks
1/2 Apple

Meal 5:
1 C. Cottage Cheese
2 tsp. Nat PB
10G Protein
Cinnamon/Splenda
Sm. handful Fiber One
4 Fish


Posted by: PreMier

When do you workout? Between what meals?


Posted by: Jodi

Push Day 1:

3 HS Bench: 110x8, 120x8, 120x8
3 HS Decline: 110x8, 120x8, 130x8
3 Close Stance 1 Legged Leg Press: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
4 Wide Stance 1 Legged Leg Press: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
3 Toe Press: 270x8, 270x8, 270x8
3 Bent Knee Calf Press: 270x8, 270x8, 270x8
3 Reverse Calf Press: 270x8, 270x8, 270x8
2 Rotations: 5x15, 5x15
3 HS Overhead: 100x8, 100x8, 100x8
3 Seated Laterals: 15x8, 15x7, 15x7
3 CG DB Press: 45x8, 45x8, 45x7
3 DB Skullcrushers: 25x8, 25x8, 25x8

Made several PG's today. Was pleased with today's workout.


Posted by: atherjen

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Push Day 1:

3 HS Bench: 110x8, 120x8, 120x8
3 HS Decline: 110x8, 120x8, 130x8
3 Close Stance 1 Legged Leg Press: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
4 Wide Stance 1 Legged Leg Press: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
3 Toe Press: 270x8, 270x8, 270x8
3 Bent Knee Calf Press: 270x8, 270x8, 270x8
3 Reverse Calf Press: 270x8, 270x8, 270x8
2 Rotations: 5x15, 5x15
3 HS Overhead: 100x8, 100x8, 100x8
3 Seated Laterals: 15x8, 15x7, 15x7
3 CG DB Press: 45x8, 45x8, 45x7
3 DB Skullcrushers: 25x8, 25x8, 25x8

Made several PG's today. Was pleased with today's workout.

Awesome Jodi!!


Posted by: IainDaniel

Good stuff Jodi congrats

aren't you on a cutting cycle as well now? even better if so!!!


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by PreMier
When do you workout? Between what meals?
I work out after work. Last night it was between meals 3&4

BTW Premier - That is Pat Arnold's quote, not DG's


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by atherjen
Awesome Jodi!!
Thank Jen

Quote:
Good stuff Jodi congrats

aren't you on a cutting cycle as well now? even better if so!!!
Thanks Iain Yes, I just started cutting again. I can't make up my mind and keep going back and forth. Cut, bulk, maintain, cut, bulk, maintain. Decisions Decisions Decisions

I just decide when I see changes in my body. If they are good changes, I continue bulking or maintaining. If I'm feeling a little fat then I decide to cut. It changes all the time


Posted by: IainDaniel

That is my next step in progression


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by IainDaniel
That is my next step in progression
What do you mean exactly?


Posted by: IainDaniel

I didn't think that sounded right when I typed it

I like the idea you have of bulking, maintaining, cutting based on how you appear, and plan on doing that next

How has it been going for you? Noticable increases?


Posted by: Jodi

LOL!

Yes, switching around things is fun actually. You don't have time to get bored Starting in Aug I'll have to start cutting for real so I might as well enjoy it while I can

I was asked a very similar questions the other day at Avant. Here is what I posted at Avant:

Well, bodyfat has remained consistant but I've put on weight and size. When I started bulking I was 123 I think. As of today, I'm 132.5

I've put on a great deal of muscle on my back. Figures, the one place that didn't need it. My legs have increased about an inch or so, arms about 1/2 inch, calves 1/4 inch and chest about 3/4 inch or so. My traps are more developed and I'm finally started to show Ham development. Waist size has remained the same and nope, I still don't show abs. LOL! Although, I do have obliques now.

Overall I'm happy with my improvements and now I think I'd like to drop bodyfat and get ready for summer


Posted by: Jill

Great work Jodi! I read in one of you old journals your arms being 10", what are they like 13" now??


Posted by: IainDaniel

Cool! Yeah I think it would be good for me to keep my BF in check, which I know I can easily let it get out of control.

You doing a show in the fall? or do you just have summer all year down there now


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by Jill
Great work Jodi! I read in one of you old journals your arms being 10", what are they like 13" now??
No there like maybe 11"

My biceps are my weakest bp.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by IainDaniel
Cool! Yeah I think it would be good for me to keep my BF in check, which I know I can easily let it get out of control.

You doing a show in the fall? or do you just have summer all year down there now
Adjusting my diet according to keeping things in check and gaining LBM has actually been fun. I don't feel restricted and I adjust as needed. Then again, I don't feel carb cycling is restrictive, as always though, that's just me.

Yes, there is an Natty BB show here in November that I plan on competing in I should have no problem making lightweight which if I recall is 118 or less.

I've put on some decent size since my figure comp so I'm excited about this


Posted by: atherjen

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi

Well, bodyfat has remained consistant but I've put on weight and size. When I started bulking I was 123 I think. As of today, I'm 132.5

I've put on a great deal of muscle on my back. Figures, the one place that didn't need it. My legs have increased about an inch or so, arms about 1/2 inch, calves 1/4 inch and chest about 3/4 inch or so. My traps are more developed and I'm finally started to show Ham development. Waist size has remained the same and nope, I still don't show abs. LOL! Although, I do have obliques now.

Overall I'm happy with my improvements and now I think I'd like to drop bodyfat and get ready for summer
you should be soo happy!!
thats incredible progress!! Im very impressed!! your defintly going to kick some butt in your comp this November! Im excited for you.
any chance of us getting some new shots of the buff Jodi?


Posted by: Stacey

Awesome improvements Jodi..Congrats!!!!!


Posted by: nikegurl

yes yes! listen to atherjen. photo updates of those AWESOME improvements are in order.


Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Jen, Stacey and Hilary

Pics??? Maybe I'll do some pics soon.


Posted by: Jill

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Pics??? Maybe I'll do some pics soon.
We wanna all see that buff bod!


Posted by: Jodi

Maybe........I'm still learning how to pose


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Maybe........I'm still learning how to pose
Posing is so damn hard!!!!!


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by P-funk
Posing is so damn hard!!!!!
No shit

And I suck at it


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
No shit

And I suck at it

Me too...hahaha, I try and squeeze really hard and end up shaking a lot. I need to really practice to try and stay tight.


Posted by: Jodi

I'm thinking about signing up at some sort of posing class. I'm really bad


Posted by: Jodi

Friday was Low carb Day

Yesterday was High Carb day that turned into High+++ Carb Day

Today - No Carb Day. Paying for my sins

I'll post workouts later or tomorrow.


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Yes, there is an Natty BB show here in November that I plan on competing in I should have no problem making lightweight which if I recall is 118 or less.
I thought you said Natty PB show... Was about to say you'd definitely win that one.

Awesome work with the bulk... almost 10lbs of muscle with nearly no fat gain.

You gonna be posting any updated pics before the contest? I'd love to see the progress


Posted by: Jodi

LOL - Oh, I'm sure I could win one of those competitions

I don't believe all of it is muscle. I'm sure I gained a tad of fat too but for the most part it was mostly muscle. I am fortunate because if I eat properly I do gain LBM fairly easy.

I will probably do pics soon before I start cutting too much.


Posted by: butterfly

Hey chickie!

Someone was admiring the bracelet you gave me the other day... I just smiled while reminescing our days or rather nights in Vegas and said, "a really thoughtful friend of mine gave it to me out of the blue"


Posted by: Jodi

Hi Ann

Ah, it was nothing but I'm glad you like it.


Posted by: butterfly

How've you been lately?

It's kind of weird but since I've been pregnant, I haven't really had any problems with my IBS!


Posted by: Jodi

Good thank you!
Busy working 2 jobs but I enjoy it.

How bout you and the baby and John? I bet your excited Did you find out the sex yet?

Lucky on the IBS......So are you still on Zelnorm? I bought a plant based digestive enzyme last week and that has seemed to help alot. I'm also still sucking down those papaya


Posted by: butterfly

Doc took me off the Zelnorm, said it's too new and there's no data on how it could affect baby.

We are doing good. We find out the sex next week, hopefully, via ultrasound.

I felt the baby move for the first time on Sat!!! John was soooo excited

Why two jobs?


Posted by: Jodi

That's great Be sure to let us know when you find out.

I'm working in computers still and I'm a P/T now as well


Posted by: BabsieGirl

Jodi, I didn't know you were a PT....Congrats


Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Babsie ~ I've been training other since I moved to AZ so its a new thing for me but I enjoy it ALOT


Posted by: Jodi

Friday 3/19

3 RG Cable Rows: 80x8, 90x8, 100x8
3 RG Low Cable Rows: 60x8, 70x8, 80x8
3 DB Shrugs: 90x8, 90x7, 90x7
3 Pull Throughs: 50x8, 70x8, 70x8
4 1 Legged Ham Press: 230x8, 250x8, 260x8, 270x8
3 Cable Curls: 70x6, 60x8, 60x8
3 Reverse Cable Curls: 40x8, 40x8, 50x8
2 DB Hammer Curls: 25x8, 25x7
3 Decline Weighted Crunch: 90x10, 45x10+90x10, 45x10
3 DB Side Bends: 45x10, 45x10, 45x10
3 Machine Crunch: 130x4, 130x4, 135x4


Posted by: Jodi

Saturday - Full Body Workout

Yup, I was drained. I didn't write anything down but I'll post what I remember and everything, save for arms, was Hammer Strength Equipment LOL! I was playing around with the equipment at my new gym and just trying it all out.

HS Squats
HS Hack Squats
HS Calf Raise
HS Incline Chest Pess
HS WG Chest
HS Overhead Press
HS Rear Delt Fly
HS HIgh Row
HS Lat Pull

Even HS Abs

Cable Curls
Tri Pushdowns


Posted by: Monolith

Hey Jodi, whats up with the ham presses on friday? You afraid to see how high you can go?


Posted by: Jodi

You know, I worked out with Dante 1.5 weeks ago and I even had him check to make sure I was doing the damn things right and I am. I guess my hams are getting stronger.

I'm keeping it lower in weight because I really trying to concentrate on keeping my ham flexed during the press.


Posted by: Jodi

Monday - Push Day

3 Incline DB Press: 45x8, 45x8, 45x6
3 Cable Flys: 40x8, 40x6, 30x8
3 HS Hack Squats: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
3 Leg Ext: 135x8, 135x8, 135x8

Superset
3 Standing Calf: 130x8, 130x8, 130x8
3 Rotary Calf: 130x8, 130x8, 130x8

2 Rotations: 5x15, 5x15
3 BB Shoulder Press: 75x8, 85x6, 80x7
3 Incline Lateral Raise: 12.5x8, 15x8, 15x8
3 Bent over lateral raise: 15x8, 15x8, 15x8
3 1 Arm Overhead Ext: 20x8, 20x7, 17.5x8
3 Dips: BWx12, BWx10, BWx9


Posted by: BabsieGirl

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Thanks Babsie ~ I've been training other since I moved to AZ so its a new thing for me but I enjoy it ALOT

You're welcome hon.

I've been thinking about becoming a PT....Just not sure yet. I know I'd love it....but the money would constantly fluctuate and raising two children these days isn't cheap If things continue to be ever more so stressful here at work, I just might change my profession from Accounting Systems Analyst to PT.....


Posted by: P-funk

The worst part about it is the money fluctuation. Jodi has a second job so that is steady income. PT is all I do so when peopel aren't here I get hammered. I work on the Upper East Side and train a lot of wealthy docotors, lawyers and business men and sometimes it seems like everyone is out of town. Last week almost all of my clients were travalleing and all of my cash clients were out of town so I took a big hit. When you are rolling you're rilling but when you are down it sucks.


Posted by: BabsieGirl

I hear that LOUD and clear!

Last week sounded rough for you. This would be my only worry! Well, that and health insurance. For the most part, how do you like it? What do you feel is your other downfall to being a PT?

I was thinking about working for my gym and being the PT also. I wonder how that would work out? Or, maybe doing online PT and plan monthly or bi-monthly mtgs with my clients,etc... I LOVE LOVE helping people.


Posted by: P-funk

health insurance is a problem....especially since I have none.

Good things:
-helping people
-doing something you are passionate about
-don't have to wear a shirt and tie
-always in the gym
-all around very rewarding

worst things:
-money can be slow at times
-lots os people bitch and complain
-people that aren't serios enough (it is hard for me to give them
100% when they don't give it back to me, you know what i
mean?)
- One of the worst parts is that the profession can be done by any idiot that passes a certificatin test. I am not the greatest trainer ever but I have and always continue to study anatomy/physiology/biochem etc. I read about a lot of training principles and try and really write good programs and perodize my clients workouts. I hate the fact that I am lumped togther with people that have no clue what they are doing and no intrest in really learing things properly.


Posted by: Jodi

Yes, the money isn't that great unfortunately.

I have my steady clients that I train at night. Before I got a F/T job in computers again, I was training full time. I was fortunate because when I decided to train part time I picked and chose the clients I wanted to keep and I only chose the ones that are determined and work hard


Posted by: BabsieGirl

Do you know Mike Davies is the SAME way?


Posted by: butterfly

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
I'm working in computers still and I'm a P/T now as well
That's great!!!

Wish you were here in Houston, I'd hire you to help me get back in shape after the baby


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Do you know Mike Davies is the SAME way?
What do you mean Babs by he's the same way?

Quote:
Wish you were here in Houston, I'd hire you to help me get back in shape after the baby
You know with all of us here we won't let you slack too long


Posted by: BabsieGirl

He picks who he feels will be determined and work hard towards their goals or he won't train them.

Nothing bad hon


Posted by: jstar

Hey Jodi

Wow I just realized you do the HS abs machine with 70lbs? OMG if it is the same machine I use I had it on 10 and was dying especially the following day!

Congrats on the muscle gain


Posted by: jstar

BTW - I am going to Trader Joes on Friday. I am glad to hear there are some good products there. If you can recommend anything else they sell pls let me know!


Posted by: Stacey

Jodi that is awesome that you are a Personal trainer.. You make a Great one


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by jstar
Hey Jodi

Wow I just realized you do the HS abs machine with 70lbs? OMG if it is the same machine I use I had it on 10 and was dying especially the following day!

Congrats on the muscle gain
I always do my abs with heavy weight now. I don't bother with high reps because I want a small and strong waist. My waistline is thick naturally so I don't want it to get any thicker.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by Stacey
Jodi that is awesome that you are a Personal trainer.. You make a Great one
Thank you Stacey


Posted by: jstar

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
I always do my abs with heavy weight now. I don't bother with high reps because I want a small and strong waist. My waistline is thick naturally so I don't want it to get any thicker.
Wouldn't training abs heavy make it thicker as opposed to higher reps

I couldn't even lift the 70 lb stack


Posted by: butterfly

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
You know with all of us here we won't let you slack too long
I'm counting on it


Posted by: DrChiro

Quote:
Wouldn't training abs heavy make it thicker as opposed to higher reps
that really depends on the person and the look they are going for....basically what gives you a "6-pack" is the ab muscles growing over the tendons that form the "cuts" in the abs (hopefully this made sense the way i described it)


some people have deep tendons and can get away with regular no weight crunches...others (like me) have to add some weight to make the abs grow a bit.

of course your concern about getting too "thick" is a good one....just be careful....keep an eye on your body and how it is responding....as always what works for you may be very different than what works for someone else (wouldnt it be nice if there was one "best" way to do things....well maybe not...that would be boring!)


Posted by: Jodi

myth #2: You shouldn't use weight for abdominal training because that makes abs bulky.

Abs are like any other skeletal muscle and require resistance. What we call the abs is a thin sheet of muscle. Given their shape, abs have very limited capacity for hypertrophy (size increase) compared to muscles like the quadriceps. Women especially are unable to exhibit hypertrophy to any great degree, due to much lower testosterone levels than men (I know, I keep harping on this, but people don't seem to get it). Yes, competitive male bodybuilders often get that weird bloated gut with bumpy abs on top, which makes it look like the guys have swallowed a tortoise. It's not from using weight for their ab exercises; it's from excessive drug use. So breathe easy. Unless, of course, you're also injecting growth hormone.

Personally I think it's awesome that I don't have to do crunches till my hair goes gray in order to get good, strong abs. I was the kid in gym class who'd fake an asthma attack to get out of the situp test. God, I hated situps SO MUCH! There'd always be some snotty little natural jock who could crank out a hundred of them without messing up a single shiny hair, and then there'd be me, lying on the floor, wondering if it was possible to die from an ab cramp. These days my abs are one of my best body parts, and I do only a few sets of them, maybe 10 reps a set, 1 to 3 times a week. Using resistance, and treating abs like any other muscle, has given me a whole new lease on life. Or at least on my childhood situp trauma.

http://www.stumptuous.com/weights.html

I really love this chick


Posted by: Jodi

As Dr.Chiro said, EVERYTHING depends on the person. I know from my own personal experience that I cannot train abs with high reps. My waist size has decreased considerably since I started training abs heavy. At the size and weight I'm at now my my waist would normally be 29" (fucking genetics) but now its at 28". I also have defined obliques now which I never had. Now I just need to lean out enough to get the abs to show again


Posted by: aggies1ut

......"fucking genetics" I hear that. Us and our weight "like men."


Posted by: Jodi

No shit - even at my freaking competition with full set of abs showing I still had a 27" waist


Posted by: Jill

Lets see a pic of your abs!!


Posted by: Jodi

I don't have any abs right now

I have a small hips and thighs and big waist while most women have larger lower bodies and a smaller waist.

In my gallery are my competition pics. That's when I had abs.


Posted by: Jodi

Pull Day

3 HS Front Lat Pull: 140x8, 140x8, 140x8
3 HS High Row, w8 per side: 70x8, 70x8, 70x8
4 1 Legged Ham Press: 250x8, 250x8, 250x8, 250x8
3 HS 1 Leg Kneeling Curl: 25x8, 35x8, 35x8, I don't know if I like these
3 HS Seated Shrugs: 90x8, 140x8, 140x8
2 Overhead Cable Curls: 65x8, 70x8
2 Reverse Cable Curls: 45x8, 45x8
2 DB Concentration Curls: 20x8, 25x8
3 Cable Crunch: 110x4, 120x4, 120x4
3 HS Machine Crunch: 75x4, 75x4, 75x4
3 BB Side Bends: 45x4, 45x4, 45x4


Posted by: PreMier

Off topic.


Babs-- Is that you in your avi??? Hot damn woman!


Posted by: IainDaniel

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
3 HS 1 Leg Kneeling Curl: 25x8, 35x8, 35x8, I don't know if I like these
what are they???


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by IainDaniel
what are they???
Looks painful huh?


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Looks painful huh?


ive been staring at that picture for 5 minutes and i still cant figure out how you're supposed to 'mount' it...


Posted by: atherjen

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Pull Day

4 1 Legged Ham Press: 250x8, 250x8, 250x8, 250x8

NICE!!!


Posted by: IainDaniel

Sure that isn't from a Doctor's office

We have a peice of equipment like that except is plate/cable. I do it every so often, for variety. but agree with you not one of my favorites


Posted by: IainDaniel

I tried the Ham Press last night. I felt it some what in the Hamstrings, but I also noticed alot in the Hip Flexors???


Posted by: Jodi

LOL @ Monolith - you put your knee on the pad, elbows/arms above and then leg curl it.

Thanks Jen - my hams are getting stronger

Iain - Make sure your toes are slightly hanging over the press and your pushing with your heel. I do recall when I started these that I felt it in my hip flexor as well but over time that became stronger and I don't feel it there anymore. When I started those I could barely do 90lbs and that was only a few months ago. So the strength will build in no time for you.


Posted by: IainDaniel

Yeah when I started I had basically my Heal on the plate. Then I moved down after the first set to toes hanging over. I'll continue to work it in, but I love SLDL's.


Posted by: jstar

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
As Dr.Chiro said, EVERYTHING depends on the person. I know from my own personal experience that I cannot train abs with high reps. My waist size has decreased considerably since I started training abs heavy. At the size and weight I'm at now my my waist would normally be 29" (fucking genetics) but now its at 28". I also have defined obliques now which I never had. Now I just need to lean out enough to get the abs to show again

Thank you for all the info Jodi! Good to know that training abs heavy caused you to actually lose inches in the waist and not gain. Do you have the same opinion about side obliques/side bends? Some people say don't do them because they make your waist thicker - is that just a myth too? PS - I like training abs heavy too, to make them stronger. I have a very different body type than you; my abs are the first place where I gain and lose, my is the last!


Posted by: Jodi

I train obliques just like abdominals. Heavy and low reps. I actually have good definition in my obliques now. I never had that before


Posted by: jstar

Do you do abs at the end of each workout or on a separate day by themselves?

Thanks for clearing up the myths...usually I don't fall for them


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by jstar
Do you do abs at the end of each workout or on a separate day by themselves?

Thanks for clearing up the myths...usually I don't fall for them
I do abs 2-3 times a week. You should check out that site. There is a TON of great info there.


Posted by: Jodi

Decided to kill my legs today. I haven't done this in a while so it was challenging and fun.

4 Sets Squats: 185x8, 185x8, 185x7, 185x6
3 Sets SLDL: 155x8, 155x6, 155x6
3 Sets BB Lunges: 90x7, 90x6, 90x5 - OUCH!!!
3 Sets Leg Ext: 135x8, 140x8, 135x7, 135x5
3 Sets Lying Leg Curls: 100x7, 100x6, 100x6
3 Sets Seated Calf Raise: 90x7, 90x6, 90x6
3 Sets Standing Calf: 210x8, 210x7, 210x7
3 Sets Decline Crunch: 90x5, 90x4, 90x4
3 Sets Hanging Straight Leg Raise: 20, 15, 10
3 Sets Side Floor Crunch, each side: 30, 30, 30


Posted by: atherjen

AWESOME leg workout Jodi!! KIller!!!!
sore today?


Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Jen

Just my ass is sore


Posted by: Jodi

Day off today from work, working out and p/t job. It was nice.

No carb day as well.

Can't wait for carbs tomorrow


Posted by: Jill

Days off are nice-Its just when I have a day off Im busy running errands, cleaning house and doing laundry! Sometimes Id rather be at work!!!


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by Jill
Days off are nice-Its just when I have a day off Im busy running errands, cleaning house and doing laundry! Sometimes Id rather be at work!!!
No shit.........I hear you. I did more errands yesterday than anything but at least I got to do them with Scott so it was nice to spend the day together


Posted by: aggies1ut

Aww Jodi, I'm so glad to hear that you are happy and things are going well for ya. You deserve it.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by aggies1ut
Aww Jodi, I'm so glad to hear that you are happy and things are going well for ya. You deserve it.
Thanks aggies...........I am very happy

It's been a long time but things are finally starting to be right in my life again.


Posted by: Jodi

Yesterday Push Day

I love the HS equipment

3 HS WG Bench: 110x8, 140x8, 160x8
3 HS Incline Bench: 90x8, 90x8, 100x8
3 HS Linear Hack: 90x8, 140x8, 160x8
3 HS V-Squat: 180x8, 180x8, 200x8
3 Toe Presses on Hack: 90x8, 140x8, 160x8
3 Reverse Calf Raise on Hack: 90x8, 90x8, 90x8
2 Rotations: 5x15, 5x15
3 HS Overhead: 70x8, 90x8, 110x8
3 Lateral Raises: 15x8+10x8, 15x8+10x8, 15x8+10x8
3 Reverse Pec Deck: 90x6, 85x8, 85x8
3 CG DB Press: 40x8, 45x8, 45x8
3 DB SkullCrushers: 20x8, 25x8, 25x8


Posted by: atherjen

as always woman awesome workout! STRONG!!!


Posted by: Jodi

Pull Day 2

3 HS Low Row, w8 per side: 70x8, 70x8, 75x8
3 HS High Row, w8 per side: 90x8, 90x8, 95x8
3 HS Shrugs: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
4 1 Legged Ham Press: 230x8, 230x8, 230x8, 230x8
3 Lying Leg Curl: 95x8, 100x6, 85x8
3 Cable Curls: 60x8, 65x6, 60x8
3 Reverse Cable Curls: 75x8, 75x8, 75x8
2 Hammer Curls: 25x8, 25x8, 25x8

Various Abs


Posted by: Jodi

All this leg work caught up to me so I decided to take the next 2 days off from legs during push/pull and add a few exercises on various bodyparts. I think I'll hit legs heavy again on Thursday.
Today:

Push Day 2:

3 Incline DB Press: 45x8, 45x8, 45x8
3 Cable Flys: 40x8, 40x8, 40x8
3 Pec Deck: 70x8, 65x8, 60x8
3 Rotations: 5x15, 5x15, 5x15
3 Seated Cable Shoulder Press: 45x8, 60x8, 60x8
3 Cable Laterals: 20x8, 20x8, 20x8
3 DB Rear Delt: 17.5x8, 17.5x8, 17.5x8
3 1 Arm Overhead Tri Ext: 17.5x8, 17.5x8, 17.5x8, 17.5x8
3 VBar Pressdown: 40x8, 50x8, 60x8
3 Dips: BWx12, BWx11, BWx9


Posted by: nikegurl

hi jodi - looking awesome as always.

1 question - when you say you did decline situps at 90 does that mean you were holding 2 45lb plates on your chest?


Posted by: IainDaniel

What happened to HS workout?


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by nikegurl
hi jodi - looking awesome as always.

1 question - when you say you did decline situps at 90 does that mean you were holding 2 45lb plates on your chest?
Yes, I was holding 2 plates. Someone had to put them on me of course.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by IainDaniel
What happened to HS workout?
I like variety you know. Sheesh


Posted by: IainDaniel

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Yes, I was holding 2 plates. Someone had to put them on me of course.

Damn, women you are a machine


Posted by: nikegurl

you are the shiznit.


Posted by: Jodi

Thank Iain and NG but ummmm......I don't think so. Remember I'm only doing 4-6 reps.

My abs are kind of strong but its too damn bad I have male pattern fat storage


Posted by: IainDaniel

Trade yeah, I think I store my fat like a female ass, upper legs,


Hmmm, maybe I shouldn't be saying this


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by IainDaniel
Trade yeah, I think I store my fat like a female ass, upper legs,


Hmmm, maybe I shouldn't be saying this
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...........Let me think about this... ..................

NOPE!!!!

I like have a smaller hips, thighs and ass. You can't cover those areas up too well. At least on the bloated days I can just wear a shirt a little baggier.


Posted by: naturaltan

What other types of ab work do you do with weights? I find that from my boxing experince, I can do abs forever (as I did do them forever while boxing) I think I would like the try the heavy weight low reps as a change.


Posted by: Jodi

I do kneeling cable crunches. Side Bends with either DB or cable. Weighted Knee raises, weighted straight leg raise. BB Side Bends (those are hard), weighted reverse crunch. Things like that. I also do the HS Ab crunch machine for a change.


Posted by: atherjen

damn Jodi 2 45lb plates on your chest doing decline crunches?
IMPRESSIVE woman!!!


Posted by: Jill

Hey Jodi, a local fitness shop here sells yohimbine! (geeze, I could have saved myself the $40 i lost) I didnt buy it though, the guy their said it increases you chances of heart something or other-that its basically not as safe when taking the 3 together. Anywase, I find I get a good enough pump form the e & c. Any opinions?


Posted by: Jodi

That's a line of shit. When used correctly and in the proper dosage it fine. Also, make sure its Yohimbine HCL and not Yohimbe.

The Y isn't need but it helps. The Yohimbine helps with the stubborn problem areas when combined with E & C.


Posted by: greekblondechic

i think i have male pattern fat storage too.......


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jill
Hey Jodi, a local fitness shop here sells yohimbine! (geeze, I could have saved myself the $40 i lost) I didnt buy it though, the guy their said it increases you chances of heart something or other-that its basically not as safe when taking the 3 together. Anywase, I find I get a good enough pump form the e & c. Any opinions?
Hey Jill, here's something you might find interesting:

Quote:
A possible synergism between yohimbine and ephedrine hasn't been thoroughly explored, and the information that exists is somewhat contradictory. In theory, they should work well together as yohimbine blocks one of the negative feedback mechanisms that would normally make ephedrine less effective. Cell culture studies confirm that yohimbine increases the lipolytic effects of beta(3) agonists (19). However, a study using rats indicated that yohimbine blocked the effects of the same beta(3) agonist, indicating that the two may antagonize each other (19). Additionally, a study on cardiovascular variables found that ephedrine and caffeine together were safe, but the addition of yohimbine may produce undesirable effects (20). So it is still unknown whether the combination of yohimbine and ephedrine produces any additional benefit, and whether it is justified by the potential dangers.
It's part of a description of Yohimbine @ 1fast. You can find the rest here:

http://www.1fast400.com/?articleID=26


Posted by: Jodi

Nice post

I've heard of issues with Yohimbe but not Yohimbine HCL. Then again each our bodies react differently to different substances.


Posted by: Jodi

Pull

3 WG Pullups: BWx8, BWx6, BWx6 - I suck
3 BB Rows: 100x8, 110x8, 130x6
3 Low Cable Row: 75x8, 90x5, 75x9
3 HS Shrugs: 180x8, 180x8, 180x8
3 Cable Overhead Curls: 75x8, 75x8, 80x8
3 Reverse BB Curls: 30x8, 40x8, 40x8
3 Incline DB Curls: 20x8, 20x8, 20x8
3 Knee-Ups: 20x10, 25x10, 25x10
3 HS Crunch: 70x5, 70x5, 75x4
3 Cable Side Bend: 120x4, 130x4, 135x4


Posted by: atherjen

you dont suck Jodi!! those WG pullups are tuffies!!! you should see the woman at my gym using a machine.. the Cybex.. cheaters! I say way to go on those woman!!!


Posted by: Jodi

Thanks Jen, but seriously that's real bad for me.


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Thanks Jen, but seriously that's real bad for me.
Who are you me??? Did you qoute this from my journal or did you say it yourself?


Posted by: Jodi

What?

I was replying to Jen.


Posted by: naturaltan

how are up do you go when doing decline situps with weights? Do you keep your back arched? Do you roll up as one might doing a regular situp on the floor?


Posted by: P-funk

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
What?

I was replying to Jen.

I know, you got down on yourself for your pull ups. I thought I only do that.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by P-funk
I know, you got down on yourself for your pull ups. I thought I only do that.
I got mad at the ham curl today because I didn't get the reps I planned on

OMG, I'm truly sad and obsessed!


Posted by: Jodi

Leg Day

3 HS VSquats: 180x8, 270x8, 360x8
3 HS Hacks: 180x8, 270x8, 320x8
3 Toe Press: 180x8, 270x8, 320x8
3 Calf Raise: 90x8, 90x8, 90x8
3 Leg Ext: 115x8, 120x8, 130x8
3 HS Kneeling Leg Curl: 25x8, 35x8, 45x6
4 SLDL: 115x8, 125x8, 135x8, 155x8


Posted by: atherjen

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
I got mad at the ham curl today because I didn't get the reps I planned on

OMG, I'm truly sad and obsessed!
you sound like me! Im rarely impressed with my workouts.. grrr we have issues..lol!!

your workout looks great to me!


Posted by: Monolith

Dang... nice hacks, Jodi.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by atherjen
you sound like me! Im rarely impressed with my workouts.. grrr we have issues..lol!!

your workout looks great to me!
We do have issues.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by Monolith
Dang... nice hacks, Jodi.
Thanks but the HS Hack seemed ALOT easier than most


Posted by: atherjen

your just getting TOO strong for them!


Posted by: jstar

Hey Jodi,

You strength AMAZES me. I wish I could do one BW pullup nevermind 8

Keep up the solid work

BTW - I received an email from someone on a new training program invented by TP. I might give it a shot, although I don't have any info on it yet.


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by jstar
BTW - I received an email from someone on a new training program invented by TP. I might give it a shot, although I don't have any info on it yet.
This is just a guess, but you dont visit the training forum much, do you?

http://www.ironmagazineforums.com/sh...threadid=29624


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by jstar
Hey Jodi,

You strength AMAZES me. I wish I could do one BW pullup nevermind 8

Keep up the solid work

BTW - I received an email from someone on a new training program invented by TP. I might give it a shot, although I don't have any info on it yet.
Thanks

You had to apply to be in TP's training program. Did you apply in time?


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by atherjen
your just getting TOO strong for them!
I don't think so but thanks for the boost of confidence


Posted by: jstar

Thanks Mono...nope I don't venture out of the journal area much do I?

Jodi - I replied to the email I got - I just got it a couple days ago but no response as of yet.


Posted by: Jodi

Who did you get an email from?


Posted by: Jodi

I'm taking a week off of training. Next weekend I'm starting TP's program for 12 weeks.

This weeks diet will be carb cycling but with more No carb days than usual.


Posted by: atherjen

a whole week Jodi? I would die!! how will you ever manage? hehe

cant wait to follow along TP's new program and your progress!


Posted by: Paynne

Quote:
Originally posted by atherjen
a whole week Jodi? I would die!! how will you ever manage? hehe
I see I'm not the only freak who hates taking weeks off I usually end up doing some running just to vent some steam.

Good luck with the new program Jodi!


Posted by: Jodi

I hate taking time off but I know when its time for me to do so and my body is screaming that it's time. It's going to be torture because I still have clients to train which means I'll still be in the gym and it will calling my name and drawing me in.


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
I hate taking time off but I know when its time for me to do so and my body is screaming that it's time. It's going to be torture because I still have clients to train which means I'll still be in the gym and it will calling my name and drawing me in.
Oh man... you still have to train people? haha, thats torture.


Posted by: jstar

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Who did you get an email from?
Marc David from discussbodybuilding.com.

Should I email TP direct you think? I don't know who this other guy is.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by jstar
Marc David from discussbodybuilding.com.

Should I email TP direct you think? I don't know who this other guy is.
That was a general email when TP was still looking for testers. Anyone belonging to the board got that email.


Posted by: JLB001

Ms. J...enjoy your week of no lifting. Wish I had one.


Posted by: Jodi

Thanks - your turn will be soon. I recall the week off after my comp to be the best week off I ever had.


Posted by: JLB001

I'm only gonna take a few days. I have another show I want to do a figure in. The girls here come in so hard for it, so I will see if I can make the conditioning last a month without totally blowing it when the first one is over.


Posted by: Jodi

Not working out the past few days has been torture.

Today I actually couldn't take it and did a few sets for shoulders: Overhead presses, lateral raise & rear delt raise. That was it and the weight was light but DAMN.....this sucks. At least all the other times I've taken time off I was on vacation and not even near a gym.


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Not working out the past few days has been torture.

Today I actually couldn't take it and did a few sets for shoulders: Overhead presses, lateral raise & rear delt raise. That was it and the weight was light but DAMN.....this sucks. At least all the other times I've taken time off I was on vacation and not even near a gym.
lmao. i hear ya.

you can just go extra psycho next week, though, since youve given your body some relaxation time.


Posted by: Jodi

I have no choice - I'm starting TP's plan.


Posted by: PreMier

I'll thrive off of you getting tired and beat from this crazy plan! Mwahahaha




Posted by: Jodi

LMAO - Don't count on it.

There is only 1 thing that I'm afraid of on this plan and its my own damn fear that I can't seem to shake these days.



Posted by: Monolith

Fear of what?


Posted by: PreMier

I am guessing some kind of back exercise...?


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by PreMier
I am guessing some kind of back exercise...?
As if...........I have no problem with back. I love working my back

No its a leg exercise and one I tend to stay away from


Posted by: PreMier

Sorry. Hence the "Guessing"


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
As if...........I have no problem with back. I love working my back

No its a leg exercise and one I tend to stay away from
Oooooooh... i didnt even think of that!

So are you actually going to try them again? Maybe you can just replace them with trap bar deads or even DB squats?


Posted by: Jodi

No - I'm going to face this fear and get over it. I'll just start lighter than what I really could do for now

I use to be so good at it too


Posted by: Monolith

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
No - I'm going to face this fear and get over it. I'll just start lighter than what I really could do for now

I use to be so good at it too
Yeah... well, it'll be neat to see what you can push now after several more months of leg work. You used to rep with a couple hundred pounds, right?


Posted by: P-funk

You hurt your back doing good mornings right? I believe you said you are afraid of doing squats?? Don't worry, just start slow and mind your form. If anything the squats will be good for yuor back and help you to strengthen up.


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by Monolith
Yeah... well, it'll be neat to see what you can push now after several more months of leg work. You used to rep with a couple hundred pounds, right?
I did them a few weeks ago but I had a spotter. Yeah, I use to do pretty good I think considering my height and size. Now I'm just a wuss


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by P-funk
You hurt your back doing good mornings right? I believe you said you are afraid of doing squats?? Don't worry, just start slow and mind your form. If anything the squats will be good for yuor back and help you to strengthen up.
My back has been fine. Great as a matter of fact and I wish it would stop growing. I need the rest of me to catch up.

I know my form and it's just fine. I'm just worried about the memory flashes of that horrible accident I saw.


Posted by: IainDaniel

WUSS

I owed you one


Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by IainDaniel
WUSS

I owed you one


Yeah, you did


Posted by: nikegurl

crazy - i had a similar thing with squats. i was never as strong as you but i was repping with 185 "back in the day"

saw a guy tear his quad and it rolled up his leg....i've been scared ever since.

i've been doing them anyway but i know i never ever push myself the way i will with heavy leg presses.

how 'bout we do hacks?


Posted by: Jodi

No, I'm going to face this fear even if it kills me. Then of course I'll think about the Hack's instead

I do need a change, thats for sure, I can do more weight with a 1 legged leg press or 1 leg ham press than I can a squat.


Posted by: PreMier

Haha its ok Jodi. Leave the squattin to the big boys




Posted by: Jodi

Quote:
Originally posted by PreMier
Haha its ok Jodi. Leave the squattin to the big boys




Posted by: nikegurl

Quote:
Originally posted by PreMier
Haha its ok Jodi. Leave the squattin to the big boys

well that should pretty much solve the squatting issue. she'll think of that when she steps up to the bar....and be squatting 315 before we know it.


Posted by: PreMier

Quote:
Originally posted by Jodi
Thats right get FIRED up!

Edit: Sorry, dont be mad at me!



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