Jill

How important do you all think it is to do decline press? I hate it!

Also, how often should abs be done? Currently I do them once a week. I need to get rid of the fat around them first!

ANy opinions would be great, thanks!

naturaltan

interesting question ... we do them every second day. If you're after a washboard stomach, then you might want to increase the amount of ab work you do, if you just want a flat stomach, I don't know if you have to do any ab work as it's my understanding it's the diet that will show the abs. nt waiting to hear from the more experienced in this area ... maybe I don't need to do them as often as I do and still be able to have a washboard stomach

just kick'in it in the ole Charger

Jill

I know diet plays a HUGE roll!

JLB001

I hardly ever do decline presses, but they do hit a different area than reg. presses. Are you trying to get the line in the middle of the chest? If so, when you are doing flyes with db's at the top when you get toward the end of the motion, turn your weights end to end. (pinky finger to pinky finger, my old trainer who was an IFBB taught me that). It makes for a nice little line down the middle.Boobie cleavage without the boobies!

Abs....every other day. Work them even if there is a little layer there!

"When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on."

Jill

Thanks Jodi, Ill give it a try!

I almost died today. Seriously-the roads were icy and I was going to fast-I couldnt stop my car and slid through a red light. I almost totalled my new car to. I am very upset. I cried for atleast an hour. I am still totally freaked out. I believe everything happens for a reason, and I strongy believe it was a sign-I know deep down inside that God is sending me a message-not to go back to my old ways. (personal stuff thats came back into my life recently) I am actually glad this happened to me-It has totally opened my eyes.

JLB001

Aww...I am glad your ok. You have to watch out for that black ice.

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jstar

Be careful Jill I am glad you didn't wreck your car or get hurt!

I was doing declines for a few wks too. I was told that they are important for women to lift the boobies, it strengthens the muscle under them that hold em up, the lower pecs. I never seem to feel it though I am not sure how valuable that exercise is anyways seeing how I am not too big chested

greekblondechic

omg sweetie, im so glad that u didnt get into an accident *HUGS*
that is so scary!!!!!! God was definately with you, wow, what a story! I hope you feel better soon, relax darling

jstar, I heard declines help make your boobs more perky too but I havent tried them yet..

Jenny

So glad you're okay sweetie!!

atherjen

damn Jillybean be more careful!!!! Im glad that your alright!!!

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naturaltan

glad to hear you're ok ... gotta be careful out there ... with all the freezing/melting going on, there are bound to be some very slippery streets.

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Jill

Thanks for all concern people, its great to know you all care. My eyes are still red from being a big ol baby! I almost bought reeses pieces to make me feel better-----I didnt as I reminded myself 'no emotional eating'. I had oaties instead.

Stacey

ohh honey I am sooo glad your okay!!!!!!!!! I can imagine how scary that is!!!

And good for you for no emotional eating! You are sooo strong!!!

I Believe in the Impossible!!!

naturaltan

psssst ... if you're looking at going out tonight, we're going to the Urban Lounge ... I'll buy ya a .......... ummmmm, water.

Have a great weekend Miss Jill.

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gwcaton

Wow ! Jill!

Glad you are ok . I bet that was a eye opening experience.

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Jill

02/27 HIGH CARB DAY

MEAL 1: 2/3c oats, 1/2c cottage cheese, whey, 1 ew, 1TBS coco, 1/2c frozen berries, 1tsp nat pb, 1 splenda
(25.5P, 60C, 4F)

~Train

MEAL 2: 2/3c oats, 1/2c cottage cheese, whey, 1 ew, 1/2c strawberries, 1 splenda
(27.5P, 53C)

MEAL 3: 2/3c oats, whey, 1TBS nat pb, 3 fishies
(28P, 40C, 11.5F)

MEAL 4: 2/3c oats, 1/2c cottage cheese, whey, 1 ew, 1/2c strawberries, cukes, 1 splenda, 2 fishies
(27.5P, 53C, 2F)

MEAL 5: 3.5oz chix, lettuce, 3 fishies
(29P, 3F)

MEAL 6: 6 ew's, 1 TBS coco, 1 TBS nat pb, 1 splenda, brocolli
(26P, 3C, 9.5F)

163.5P, 209C, 30F
654 + 836 + 270 = 1760-not including veggies


WORKOUT: Chest, 30mins cardio
DB incline
20/10, 20/10, 25/9, 30/9, 35/6, 40/5!!!!
Flat DB press
25/9, 30/8, 35/6, 35/6-drop-20/8
Peck Deck
60/8, 60/8, 65/7, 72.5/6
Bench Press * 2
25/8, 30/6, 30/5
Cable Crossover
20/10, 25/8, 30/5-drop-20/8

atherjen

way to go on the 40's girl!!!

somebody their oaties!

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Jill

If only I had a spotter at the time-I could have probably done 6 or 7. My tummy hurts from all the oats.

Do you recommend doing decline DB presses AJ?

atherjen

gosh woman, if your tummy hurts from all the oaties, maybe try some other carbs? altho I know how good they are!

bahh no I dont do decline. once in a blue moon really. Id rather work on my upper chest that SHOWs and you are able to get the line between your b00bies, or if your like me and dont have much, concentrating more on the upper chest will enhance the over look of it. helps me thats for sure!

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sara

I dunno, but I always counted the 1 TSP PB = 3 Fat
and 1/2 TBSP = 4 F

sara

I'm so glad you ok hun and I'm so glad that you know God is on your side and sending you a message (warning you)
I know how accidents can get to you.. I got into a car accident December 2002! I didn't want to drive again..
Just keep your eyes open hun

Jill

Sara,
3TSP=1TBS
1TBS nat pb 8.5F

So as an estimate I said about 3g of fat from the pb, 1g of fat from the coco! =4F g's

Jill

Thanks for the concern Sara, I need to be more careful now, and more cautious.

sara

I count the 1 TBSP PB 8 F, we have a .5 F difference

Jill

.5 never killed anyone!!! Thats what my jar says!!! Geeze girl, now you got me craving pb! Ill get my tbs in about 1 hour I cant wait!!!!!!!

sara

I'm staying away from nuts for now.. till I go back to my normal meals

Jill

Jodi

No your P&F are good.

Essence EFA

Jill

Cool thanks!