Thread: "Haywire's" Journal

Good luck Katie...

A realistic and healthy goal for losing fat is 1lb per week or 1% of BW per week Taking it off slowly ensures that it will stay off

Good luck Katie!

Will be watching you and cheering you on!

Good luck on opening the restaurant too! That I think is even harder to be around food all day!!! More power to you!

Lina..........Thanks, actually it's just the opposite, being around food, gives me more of a desire not to eat, which has been my problem and why I haven't been able to lose.......I'm finally catching on that I need to eat to lose...

Thanks W8, even if I lose 1 lb a week, I'll be happy

GOOD LUCK KATIE!!

Thanks Stacie.........

Hi Katie and welcome to IM and good luck on your goal

115 and 125lbs., and to have 10% or less of BF, probably less is best

You do realize that 10% is too low for a female unless your walking into a competition that day right? I would shoot for maybe 12-14% which is still very lean.

Good luck and there are great bunch of people here willing to support you

Thanks Jodi............NO..I didn't realize that, I have read so many conflicting articles on everything that has to do with diet, training, etc, etc. I'll shoot for 15-20%, that way I won't be disappointed.

I love reading everything at this site, the members here are really funny, DP is a riot, I was reading the beginning of Sara's journal and where it made reference to OG's journal, I don't dare ask anymore questions now.
I started the workout W8 set up for me, got a swiss ball, found a really nice weight bench and cast iron weight set (140lbs) plus all the other equip. I have, I could almost start my own gym, I like using dumbbells and the bar better than the weight machine for certain things.
I've had pleurisy for the past week, on top of getting over the flu plus a sinus infection, so my workout yesterday took me forever but I feel a hell of alot better today, pleurisy hurts like hell, it felt as if someone stuck a baseball bat right through my rib cage, through my lung and out my back, Yikes..........whine, whine, whine , I trying to set up a diet that I don't have to think about, I want it set up before the restaurant opens so I'll have a consistent menu plan for myself, cheaper to order in bulk ok, kids will be home soon, mom duty begins.

Lots of new equipment...good stuff

Hope you're feeling better soon

I had pleurisy this past winter. I know your pain and it sucks. I hope you feel better.

Thanks Jodi, I thought it was going away until I got half way through my workout...........

Hello Katie! One word of advice...........take a pic now even if you don't post it. You will very happy one year from now to see and show how far you came!!!

Happy birthday Katie

Originally posted by w8lifter
Happy birthday Katie

DITTO

Happy B-day

DP

Thanks W8, DP & DG, I have already taken my pics, front, side, back..ughhhhhhhhhh , I need to lose 1.72lbs per week to reach my goal, I need to figure out a diet, I really felt alot better doing the Atkins induction diet, I only did it for 5 days, and then I read an article on Ketogentic? diets, it is used for epilepsy in adults and children to help with their seizures. So I am going to create a diet from info I've gotten from the threads here. I'd ask for help but I don't want to get one of thesefrom anyone, like OG and Sara didwhich I thought was rather amusing
Hey W8, I got a jump ropefor intervals between sets, thought I would try it, my ankle seems ok if I use it every other day, I really think when I get this weight off, it won't hurt as much.
For next years bday, I've decided to get my belly button pierced, buy myself lingerie, and more than likely I'll need a boob job LOL
OH, I almost forgot, W8, I clinked on your link, why I haven't done it before now who knows, but you are absolutely gorgeous, glad your a brunette too

lmao! Thanks Katie

Good job on the rope ...but don't use it if it hurts, you can't reach your goal if you're injured and have to take time off

If you want to set up a diet and post it here we can go through it if you like No one minds helping...it's just when someone asks the same questions over and over and they get answered by several people...it just makes you feel like you're wasting your time ...ask away

Somebody needs to step in here and mention that it's NOT about w8 loss, but about FAT LOSS! Increasing the intensity of your W/o's will likely cause w8 gain....and even if the scale didn't move...you could still be losing BF. Say for instance you gained 3 pounds of LBM, and lost 3 pounds of BF...the scale hasn't moved, but there is a 6 pound change in your body...and it will be very evident! So, before you go to far....FORGET the notion of BW, Please?

DP

DP, thanks, I think I keep saying w8 loss because I'm so uncomfortable, I have done alot of researchand I do know about LBM vs BF, and you're right I am very focused on losing the w8, I do feel like I'm tightening up some with the small amount of workouts, I can't get rid of this damn pleurisy, it sucks..........Any advice you ever want to give me please do...did you read my signature...........................

I'm posting a sample menu, one that I like everything and feel I could manage, I would alternate filet mignon and fish for some of the meals and add tuna or chix w/salad, and whatever suggestions you may have, I don't know if I'm getting enough calories with this, Am I???????? I have questions too.

Why do I need Flaxseed Oil? Or should I use flax seeds?

What is Whey?

Are these supplements only for body builders? Lean Out, Mass Aminos, The Super Pak & Ultra 40,

I’m drinking around 72 fl.oz. Of H2O, do I need to drink more? W8 said on a thread that we should be drinking 6 liters a day……….

Carb Up on 4th & 7th day @ dinner time (65% carbs, 25% proteins, 10% fat)
I think it would be easier to carb up w/oatmeal in the am, does it matter?????

Sample Menu

Meal 1 Omelet 5 whites, 1 yolk, 2 slice cheese
2 cups Java ½ decaf/½ reg
w/1pkt equal & 2 tbls. ½ & ½
(235cal. 9F, 5C, 30P)

Meal 2 EAS Results Shake
(100cal. 3F, 5C, 15P)

Meal 3 Romaine lettuce w/egg, cheese, tomato,
Carrots & 2 sl. Ham (no Dressing)
(191cal. 12F, 8C, 16P)

Meal 4 EAS Results Shake, 1 tbls. PB
(195cal. 11F, 8C, 19P)

Meal 5 6oz chix. Breast (boneless, skinless)
1c. Gr. Beans 1c. Broc
(299cal. 6F, 12C, 49P)

source grams cals %total
Total: 1022
Fat: 40 360 37%
Sat: 12 110 11%
Poly: 6 54 6%
Mono: 13 120 12%
Carbs: 38 100 10%
Fiber: 13 0 0%
Protein: 129 514 53%

Cals Fat Carb Protein
Totals 1022 40 38 129

I’m lucky I have a restaurant, I can order meats, portioned out and as lean as I want, discount price too. Plus anything else I need……… .

Let me know what you think.......Thanks Alot

Originally posted by katie64
DP, thanks, I think I keep saying w8 loss because I'm so uncomfortable, I have done alot of researchand I do know about LBM vs BF, and you're right I am very focused on losing the w8, I do feel like I'm tightening up some with the small amount of workouts, I can't get rid of this damn pleurisy, it sucks..........Any advice you ever want to give me please do...did you read my signature...........................

No...I have sigs turned off...but will check....lol

There is an herb called Pleurisy root


DP

Just to let you know....I DID NOT have cake for my b-day, thank God my sister's away, she always makes me homemade choc cake, with PB frosting...

Katie I fully agree with what DP said. Don't worry about the scales. If you tone up and gain muscle you may not get to the weight you want!! Weight means nothing!

Originally posted by katie64
I'm posting a sample menu, one that I like everything and feel I could manage, I would alternate filet mignon and fish for some of the meals and add tuna or chix w/salad, and whatever suggestions you may have, I don't know if I'm getting enough calories with this, Am I???????? I have questions too.

Why do I need Flaxseed Oil? Or should I use flax seeds?

Flax seed oil has many benefits, best thing to do is search for "flaxing your muscles" w/ my name or DP's in nutrition

What is Whey?

Whey protein powder, found in supplement stores and some major grocery stores. It can be used as a convenient meal when mixed w/ a tbsp of flax seed oil...something you should think about cause your calories are too low...it's like drinking a shake, quick and easy

Are these supplements only for body builders? Lean Out, Mass Aminos, The Super Pak & Ultra 40,

don't worry about these just yet

I’m drinking around 72 fl.oz. Of H2O, do I need to drink more? W8 said on a thread that we should be drinking 6 liters a day……….

5 -6 litres...not sure what that is in oz?

Carb Up on 4th & 7th day @ dinner time (65% carbs, 25% proteins, 10% fat)
I think it would be easier to carb up w/oatmeal in the am, does it matter?????

Your carb up should be in the final meal of the day. There is a thread in the nutrition sticky on it...typically, 1 banana, 1 cup oats, 1/2 cup sweet potato and 1 tbsp peanut butter

Sample Menu

Meal 1 Omelet 5 whites, 1 yolk, 2 slice cheese
2 cups Java ½ decaf/½ reg
w/1pkt equal & 2 tbls. ½ & ½
(235cal. 9F, 5C, 30P)

That must be low fat cheese?...use regular or add another yolk

Meal 2 EAS Results Shake
(100cal. 3F, 5C, 15P)

Not enough of a meal here...ditch this and get yourself a low carb protein powder...mix it w/ 2 tbsp cream or 1 tbsp flax seed oil and water

Meal 3 Romaine lettuce w/egg, cheese, tomato,
Carrots & @ sl. Ham (no Dressing)
(191cal. 12F, 8C, 16P)

No carrots please. And more protein....30 g in each meal...so add some whites here

Meal 4 EAS Results Shake, 1 tbls. PB
(195cal. 11F, 8C, 19P)

Ditto to above....

Meal 5 6oz chix. Breast (boneless, skinless)
1c. Gr. Beans 1c. Broc
(299cal. 6F, 12C, 49P)

Good but...try to balance your meals out more...30g protein in each meal, 10-15 g fat....and don't count your green veggies....and slowly work on bringing those calories up...start w/ the suggestions I've made and we'll go from there

source grams cals %total
Total: 1022
Fat: 40 360 37%
Sat: 12 110 11%
Poly: 6 54 6%
Mono: 13 120 12%
Carbs: 38 100 10%
Fiber: 13 0 0%
Protein: 129 514 53%

Cals Fat Carb Protein
Totals 1022 40 38 129

I’m lucky I have a restaurant, I can order meats, portioned out and as lean as I want, discount price too. Plus anything else I need……… .

Let me know what you think.......Thanks Alot

DP............It says "Feel free to kick my butt whenever you think I need it"

the time stamp says 5:04pm, my time is 12:04am, what's up with that, where does this forum originate from????????????

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Dr. Pain

There is an herb called Pleurisy root

What is this and where can I get it and do you think it would help, I've had this for about 10 days now??????????

Grrrrrrrrrrr, is there a thread that tells you how to do those quotes....