Swedish Invasion

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 06:04 AM

Aww Premi, I hope you can go back soon

Rich, that's cool! So were your parents swedish or does it go waaay back?

Hiker, Thank you for the welcome

Thanks for the compliments

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 06:10 AM

Going to update yesterdays meals.. I don't remember it all too well

This is somewhat correct..

2: carb control shake
3. 1 turkey burger, veggies, sunflower seeds
4: 5 whites, sunflower seeds, lc milk, veggies
Snack: sunflower seeds, lc milk. The seeds are aaaall gone now and I won't buy anymote

Workouts:
- AM: 30 mins run/powerwalk

- Crazy walking to school (the hills here are killer), across campus.. Whew! I understand why there aren't too many really overweight people here!

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 06:15 AM

Today:

Meals:
1: 6 whites, 1 yolk, 1 slice bread, 3 strawberries
2: 5 oz chicken, 1 slice bread (9g carbs), veggies, lc milk
3: 4 oz chicken, 20 peanuts, lc milk, bite of bread, 2 tbsp coffe creamer (15cals), veggies
4: protein shake, 2 triscuits
5: Chicken salad (no cheese/dressing)

Workouts:
- Biking to school and home on my new bike

- Shoulders and hams:
Shoulder presses: 3x8
Lateral raises: 3x7-8
Rear delt lifts: 3x8
Front raises: 3x8
Ham kickbacks: 3x10-12
Deadlifts: 3x12

Took the day of cardio today

naturaltan · 08-25-2004, 08:12 AM

Jenny

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 09:58 AM

Hey NT!

**Jodi** · 08-25-2004, 10:04 AM

Welcome to the US

You look so great in your new pics.

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 01:38 PM

Thanks Jodi!!

How are you? Is the surgery coming up?
Hope you're doing well sweety

fantasma62 · 08-25-2004, 01:39 PM

Well, hello there.....

I needed to make a little time to thank you for all of your kind comments. You have been very supportive and I appreciate that...
Enjoy your time in the US...

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 01:41 PM

Ooooh, I went shopping today!

Again

I got these really cute jeans at Express and got some super cute tops. Then a couple of shorts for like 3 bucks each! It feels so good to go into a store and be able to fit into practicly anything.. It's something I'll never take for granted, cause I know what it's like to struggle struggle to find a pair of jeans that fits the big ole' butt. Being able to buy really short shorts is such a good feeling too.. I love it, it's such a victory for me. Justin is teasing me by telling me I've become this material girl since I came here

But he understands me and shares my happiness

Off to the gym soon

Jenny · 08-25-2004, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fantasma62

Well, hello there.....

I needed to make a little time to thank you for all of your kind comments. You have been very supportive and I appreciate that...
Enjoy your time in the US...

Hey Tony!

Good to see you in here!
All the things I said in your journal were true, YOU are a great inspiration to ME!

Thanks

**Jodi** · 08-25-2004, 02:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jenny

Ooooh, I went shopping today!

Again

I got these really cute jeans at Express and got some super cute tops. Then a couple of shorts for like 3 bucks each! It feels so good to go into a store and be able to fit into practicly anything.. It's something I'll never take for granted, cause I know what it's like to struggle struggle to find a pair of jeans that fits the big ole' butt. Being able to buy really short shorts is such a good feeling too.. I love it, it's such a victory for me. Justin is teasing me by telling me I've become this material girl since I came here

But he understands me and shares my happiness

Off to the gym soon

OMG I saw these wicked cute Editor pants at Express that I HAVE to have. I love their clothes so much. Express, Abercrombie and American Eagle are my favorite stores.

greekblondechic · 08-25-2004, 02:29 PM

Ohh just reminded me I have a gift card for Express!

But not using it yet

ncgirl21 · 08-25-2004, 02:57 PM

I LOVE Express. It's one of the few stores where I can find jeans that are actually long enough for me!!

**Jodi** · 08-25-2004, 03:08 PM

I go there because its one of the few places I can find them short enough

That and AE

naturaltan · 08-25-2004, 03:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jenny

... It's something I'll never take for granted, cause I know what it's like to struggle struggle to find a pair of jeans that fits the big ole' butt.

I'm happy to find jeans/pants that fit me as well. Being on the small end waist-wise, I often find that when I come upon a sale, there is usually no sizes to fit me. I usually take a 29/30. I find most pants begin in the 32 range.

Rich46yo · 08-25-2004, 06:43 PM

Yes both my grandparents were born there. Ive always wanted to go, mostly to see the pretty girls like you. Americans are big hearted generous people Jen, your going to enjoy yourself here..take care..................Rich

gwcaton · 08-26-2004, 07:23 AM

Hi Jenny

I know you haven't been that long ( inthe US) but what do you think so far ?

Jenny · 08-26-2004, 08:08 AM

Hey guys! In a bit of a hurry! I love having visitors

Will have to write more later on today!

Jenny · 08-26-2004, 08:11 AM

Thursday:

Meals:
1: 6 whites, 1 yolk, 1 cup lc milk, 1/4 cup kashi, 1 slice lc bread, 1/2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp creamer
2: 1 turkey burger, 1 slice bread, 1/2 cup lc milk, veggies, 1/2 tbsp butter
3: 5 oz chicken, veggies, 4 triscuits
I really need to cook my carbs instead of taking the convenient ones

4: 4 oz chicken, veggies, 1 tbsp dressing, lc milk

and I had 4 reeses bites

And two vodka/diet pepsi drinks
TOTALS (including reeses and alcohol):
1413 cals
163g protein 49%
74g carbs 22%
33g fat 22%

Workouts:
- AM: skipped the threadmill and went for a run on the running trails here!! It was WONDERFUL! The hills here are killer

but the nature is just beautiful. Went for a 45 min run, it was so wonderful! I was beat afterwards though

- Biking to school and home. It's only a 10 min ride, hills are killer though

My roomies all drive to school and I just think that's so weird. I know people drive everywhere here, but they don't save any time driving to school since they have to look for parking for like 20 mins

- Biking to school and home for afternoon classes

**dg806** · 08-26-2004, 08:14 AM

Hey Jenny! Yes we say hey down here instead of Hi! You need to get Justin to bring you down to the NC mountains. It's not that far!

greekblondechic · 08-26-2004, 08:16 AM

That sounds like such an awesome workout! Too bad we don't have great scenery in my area..

**dg806** · 08-26-2004, 08:21 AM

Well Greeky, maybe it's time for you to make a roadtrip.

ncgirl21 · 08-26-2004, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dg806

Hey Jenny! Yes we say hey down here instead of Hi! You need to get Justin to bring you down to the NC mountains. It's not that far!

I agree

!!!

Jenny · 08-26-2004, 11:00 AM

Dg, I'll talk to him about it

I say hey all the time, cause the swedish word Hej (which is Hey

) is pronounced the same way.

Greeky, I know, I loved it! I'll be doing it lots!

NC, we'll definately get together befote this year is over

Jenny · 08-26-2004, 11:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gwcaton

Hi Jenny

I know you haven't been that long ( inthe US) but what do you think so far ?

Hey Gary!

Since I've been to the states so many times before (6) I basicly knew what I was getting myself into

The biggest difference is probably that people drive everywhere! In sweden we have biking lanes and paths EVERYWHERE, here's it hardly exists. The whole society is based on people driving, it is not in Sweden to the same extent. People are more materialistic here and definately bigger consumers. In Sweden it is highly acceptable to be really poor when going to school and driving a beat up car if driving at all. Here people seem to rely on credit cards and loans to live up to the standard. This is of course generally speaking, I know some people are not like that. But the whole idea of buying things for money that aren't really yours is sooo much bigger here.
Um, the whole food scene.. We went to IHOP for breakfast one day (I had an all egg white omelette) and people had pancakes, ice cream and coke for breakfast

Seeing what the restaurants offer here makes me understand how people can get so fat. Everything is supersized.
Another thing is how parents buy really nice cars for their kids. In sweden that doesn't exist, even if the parents can afford it. Of course it happens, but it really isn't common.
Um, there are more things, but I'll be late for class if I continue

Jenny · 08-26-2004, 11:11 AM

Gotta add one more thing! I can't believe how expensive bell peppers are here!! In Sweden I can get a whole pound for the price of ONE single pepper over here!!
I hate that, I love bell peppers

fantasma62 · 08-26-2004, 11:39 AM

Hi Jenny, how's your day going? I hope well...

How's the adaptation process going? It's not easy, but you'll come along. I went thru the same thing (adapting), however, I spoke very little english. Then again, I live in Little Cuba (Miami) where everyone speaks spanish....
Still, I hope things are going well....

Have a great day!!

**dg806** · 08-26-2004, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jenny

Hey Gary!

Since I've been to the states so many times before (6) I basicly knew what I was getting myself into

The biggest difference is probably that people drive everywhere! In sweden we have biking lanes and paths EVERYWHERE, here's it hardly exists. The whole society is based on people driving, it is not in Sweden to the same extent. People are more materialistic here and definately bigger consumers. In Sweden it is highly acceptable to be really poor when going to school and driving a beat up car if driving at all. Here people seem to rely on credit cards and loans to live up to the standard. This is of course generally speaking, I know some people are not like that. But the whole idea of buying things for money that aren't really yours is sooo much bigger here.
Um, the whole food scene.. We went to IHOP for breakfast one day (I had an all egg white omelette) and people had pancakes, ice cream and coke for breakfast

Seeing what the restaurants offer here makes me understand how people can get so fat. Everything is supersized.
Another thing is how parents buy really nice cars for their kids. In sweden that doesn't exist, even if the parents can afford it. Of course it happens, but it really isn't common.
Um, there are more things, but I'll be late for class if I continue

Very interesting! More...................!

08-25-2004, 06:04 AM	#31
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	BODYBUILDING SUPPLEMENTS High Quality Supplements For Bodybuilders and Athletes. www.ironmaglabs.com Aww Premi, I hope you can go back soon Rich, that's cool! So were your parents swedish or does it go waaay back? Hiker, Thank you for the welcome Thanks for the compliments

08-25-2004, 06:15 AM	#33
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Today: Meals: 1: 6 whites, 1 yolk, 1 slice bread, 3 strawberries 2: 5 oz chicken, 1 slice bread (9g carbs), veggies, lc milk 3: 4 oz chicken, 20 peanuts, lc milk, bite of bread, 2 tbsp coffe creamer (15cals), veggies 4: protein shake, 2 triscuits 5: Chicken salad (no cheese/dressing) Workouts: - Biking to school and home on my new bike - Shoulders and hams: Shoulder presses: 3x8 Lateral raises: 3x7-8 Rear delt lifts: 3x8 Front raises: 3x8 Ham kickbacks: 3x10-12 Deadlifts: 3x12 Took the day of cardio today Last edited by Jenny : 08-25-2004 at 06:28 PM.

08-25-2004, 08:12 AM	#34
naturaltan Going nowhere fast! Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Posts: 9,900 Photos: 7	Jenny
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08-25-2004, 10:04 AM	#36
Jodi Super Moderator Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 22,151 Photos: 1	Welcome to the US You look so great in your new pics.
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08-25-2004, 01:39 PM	#38
fantasma62 HIHT Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: SoFla Posts: 2,516	Well, hello there..... I needed to make a little time to thank you for all of your kind comments. You have been very supportive and I appreciate that... Enjoy your time in the US...
	-Tony- HIHT: High Intensity Hybrid Training

08-25-2004, 06:10 AM	#32
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Going to update yesterdays meals.. I don't remember it all too well This is somewhat correct.. 2: carb control shake 3. 1 turkey burger, veggies, sunflower seeds 4: 5 whites, sunflower seeds, lc milk, veggies Snack: sunflower seeds, lc milk. The seeds are aaaall gone now and I won't buy anymote Workouts: - AM: 30 mins run/powerwalk - Crazy walking to school (the hills here are killer), across campus.. Whew! I understand why there aren't too many really overweight people here!

08-25-2004, 09:58 AM	#35
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Hey NT!

08-25-2004, 01:38 PM	#37
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Thanks Jodi!! How are you? Is the surgery coming up? Hope you're doing well sweety

08-25-2004, 01:41 PM	#39
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Ooooh, I went shopping today! Again I got these really cute jeans at Express and got some super cute tops. Then a couple of shorts for like 3 bucks each! It feels so good to go into a store and be able to fit into practicly anything.. It's something I'll never take for granted, cause I know what it's like to struggle struggle to find a pair of jeans that fits the big ole' butt. Being able to buy really short shorts is such a good feeling too.. I love it, it's such a victory for me. Justin is teasing me by telling me I've become this material girl since I came here But he understands me and shares my happiness Off to the gym soon

08-25-2004, 02:29 PM	#42
greekblondechic I'm special :) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: NJ Posts: 7,792	Ohh just reminded me I have a gift card for Express! But not using it yet
	I can do it I WILL be a size 5.

08-25-2004, 02:57 PM	#43
ncgirl21 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,135	I LOVE Express. It's one of the few stores where I can find jeans that are actually long enough for me!!
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08-25-2004, 03:08 PM	#44
Jodi Super Moderator Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 22,151 Photos: 1	I go there because its one of the few places I can find them short enough That and AE
	Essence EFA

08-25-2004, 06:43 PM	#46
Rich46yo Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 861	Yes both my grandparents were born there. Ive always wanted to go, mostly to see the pretty girls like you. Americans are big hearted generous people Jen, your going to enjoy yourself here..take care..................Rich
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08-26-2004, 07:23 AM	#47
gwcaton Lookin' for abs ! Elite Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: central missouri Posts: 9,271 Photos: 28	Hi Jenny I know you haven't been that long ( inthe US) but what do you think so far ?
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08-26-2004, 08:08 AM	#48
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Hey guys! In a bit of a hurry! I love having visitors Will have to write more later on today!

08-26-2004, 08:11 AM	#49
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Thursday: Meals: 1: 6 whites, 1 yolk, 1 cup lc milk, 1/4 cup kashi, 1 slice lc bread, 1/2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp creamer 2: 1 turkey burger, 1 slice bread, 1/2 cup lc milk, veggies, 1/2 tbsp butter 3: 5 oz chicken, veggies, 4 triscuits I really need to cook my carbs instead of taking the convenient ones 4: 4 oz chicken, veggies, 1 tbsp dressing, lc milk and I had 4 reeses bites And two vodka/diet pepsi drinks TOTALS (including reeses and alcohol): 1413 cals 163g protein 49% 74g carbs 22% 33g fat 22% Workouts: - AM: skipped the threadmill and went for a run on the running trails here!! It was WONDERFUL! The hills here are killer but the nature is just beautiful. Went for a 45 min run, it was so wonderful! I was beat afterwards though - Biking to school and home. It's only a 10 min ride, hills are killer though My roomies all drive to school and I just think that's so weird. I know people drive everywhere here, but they don't save any time driving to school since they have to look for parking for like 20 mins - Biking to school and home for afternoon classes Last edited by Jenny : 08-27-2004 at 04:52 AM.

08-26-2004, 08:14 AM	#50
dg806 Guardian of The Homeland Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 16,877	Hey Jenny! Yes we say hey down here instead of Hi! You need to get Justin to bring you down to the NC mountains. It's not that far!
	www.sbmuscle.com

08-26-2004, 08:16 AM	#51
greekblondechic I'm special :) Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: NJ Posts: 7,792	That sounds like such an awesome workout! Too bad we don't have great scenery in my area..
	I can do it I WILL be a size 5.

08-26-2004, 08:21 AM	#52
dg806 Guardian of The Homeland Super Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Charlotte NC Posts: 16,877	Well Greeky, maybe it's time for you to make a roadtrip.
	www.sbmuscle.com

08-26-2004, 11:00 AM	#54
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Dg, I'll talk to him about it I say hey all the time, cause the swedish word Hej (which is Hey ) is pronounced the same way. Greeky, I know, I loved it! I'll be doing it lots! NC, we'll definately get together befote this year is over

08-26-2004, 11:11 AM	#56
Jenny Senior Member Elite Member Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 6,728	Gotta add one more thing! I can't believe how expensive bell peppers are here!! In Sweden I can get a whole pound for the price of ONE single pepper over here!! I hate that, I love bell peppers

08-26-2004, 11:39 AM	#57
fantasma62 HIHT Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: SoFla Posts: 2,516	Hi Jenny, how's your day going? I hope well... How's the adaptation process going? It's not easy, but you'll come along. I went thru the same thing (adapting), however, I spoke very little english. Then again, I live in Little Cuba (Miami) where everyone speaks spanish.... Still, I hope things are going well.... Have a great day!!
	-Tony- HIHT: High Intensity Hybrid Training