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09-02-2004, 04:23 PM
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just chillin'
Hi everyone
 I decided to start posting my meals and workouts again ~ I have put my competition plans on hold until next spring. For now I want to record my meals and workouts and aim for progress. This is a motivating forum to be a part of & I need to take advantage  Next week I am starting a new job but hopefully I will get my own desk and computer so I can log in during the day  I know I will in training at least for the first 2 weeks so until then I will have to post here on nights & weekends only!A few weeks ago I got a HUGE wakeup call when I had my bodyfat tested! My friend (who is a very good trainer) tested me with the calipers and came up with 24% - the Omron revealed about 22% - I honestly thought I was no more than 17% because that is what "other" trainers have pinched me at in the past year or so. Of course I will go by her numbers because they are the most recent and I know she knows what she is doing. Anyways, my goal is fat loss. Recently I purchased the Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle e-book. IMO it is one of the best, if not the best and most comprehensive books out there. I like it because he spends the first couple chapters addressing goal setting and visualization. These are not new concepts to me but he gives you step by step instructions on how to reinforce these behaviors in our lives. It is very useful and helpful....on the other hand I purchased the Parillo nutrition manual too and that was a huge letdown. Everything on their site is basically what is in his book. And I am not so sure about only eating 5% fat...that is too low. I am learning that my diet is normally deficient in EFAs and I believe that is one of the reasons I haven't been successful at losing and keeping fat off. My diet will contain EFAs every day from this day forward!!!  In my next post I will talk about my goals, etc. By new year's ever I want to be a hottie Also, I will get some new pics posted and a new avi - probably tomorrow. I'll be back in a few! Stats: 8/12/04 144 calipers: 23.84% omron: 22.1% skinfolds: tricep 14 bicep 3.5 back 10.5 hip 10 thigh 11 |
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"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed." Michael Jordan
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09-02-2004, 04:48 PM
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Good luck with the new job and with your goals.
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Kevin
"If you eat alot and workout hard and consistantly you will make good gains" |
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09-02-2004, 06:00 PM
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Join Date: Dec 2003
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Welcome back!!!
 Hope that all in life has been treating you well!  Best of luck with the new goals! |
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" To dream anything you want to dream: That is the beauty of the human mind. To do anything you want to do: That is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits: that is the courage to succeed."
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09-03-2004, 07:19 AM
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Good Luck Woman!!
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09-03-2004, 08:05 AM
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Hi kvyd
thanks for the well wishes. You too AJ and Andrea!!!  Life is good; I just have to chill out and be more patient - good things will come in time BTW here is my new favorite smily =  --so cute! |
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"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed." Michael Jordan
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09-03-2004, 08:52 AM
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GOALS:
By 12/31/04: 1)Weight and Bodyfat %* -- now = 145 @ 24% -- goal = 125 @12% lose 20 lbs of bodyfat maintain LBM 2) Measurements* -- now = waist 30"; hips 38.5" -- goal = waist 25"; hips 35" *taken first thing in the a.m. 3) I eat 5-6 clean meals per day, everyday. [b]4) I complete all scheduled workouts every week. Affirmations: Part of the BFFM program is to write out your goals in the present tense - as if they were already achieved. Even though it sounds silly it really gets your subconscious mind to believe that you can do this. You read your goals each day and it really paints quite a picture. I have even done this with other areas of my life. I imagined what type of house I want and how I want to decorate each room  okay I must sound loopy Another thing I have done is established a reward system for myself. I get a small reward each week that I eat right and get all my workouts in. When I achieve bigger goals I will get a bigger reward  By the way, after new year's instead of cutting like the rest of the world I will already be lean and my next concern will be adding muscle. I will go on a controlled mass-gain program. Lifting heavy, reduced cardio, etc. I should still have plenty of time to add a couple lbs of muscle before the first spring show. So without further ado - here are my affirmations, rewards and competitions I plan to enter or attend next year: Affirmations: 1) I am so happy and thankful that I lost 20 lbs of unhealthy bodyfat! 2) I have more energy than ever and a positive outlook on life. 3) My arms and shoulders are so defined that I get compliments on them all the time. 4) My abs are tight and ripped. You can't pinch an inch anywhere on my midsection. 5) I wake up every day and jump right out of bed - I love doing cardio first thing in the morning!!! Rewards: Small (weekly rewards): just a few options :wink: 1) shampoo from http://www.kiehls.com/- it's $$$ but i love it 2) eyebrow wax - can you believe i have never had one? 3) new cd 4) any item in store under $15 Big Rewards (maybe one at the 1/2way pt and one when i am done): 1) iPOD ---I have wanted one for sooo long. I might get this when I am halfway there so it will make the cardio sessions more entertaining! 2) haircut 3) small tv/vcr combo for my room 4) attend the Arnold Classic (I would love to but depending on the cost we'll see! I have a friend in Louisville I can stay with and that is a 3 hr drive to Columbus) 5) Comforter for my bed Shows for next year Arnold Classic - to watch! End of March - FAP South Beach End of April - FAP Fitness Atlantic June - FAP Fitness Universe - Miami July - NPC BodyRock August - FAP New York I may enter some smaller. local warmup shows but these are the ones I am most interested in entering! Last edited by jstar : 09-03-2004 at 09:48 AM. |
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"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed." Michael Jordan
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09-03-2004, 08:58 AM
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9/1
~ 30 min elliptical before eating ~  M1 4 oz potato 2 terriyaki chicken breasts M2 1 ezekiel bun 4 oz sweet n' spicy tuna M3 1/2 cup oats 1/2 cup eggwhites 1 TBL PB 960 105.5C 93.2P 21.6F Comments - Didn't eat enough today due to all the junk I ate the day before, I just wasn't hungry. This is not going to be a typical day don't worry! Last edited by jstar : 09-03-2004 at 09:48 AM. |
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"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed." Michael Jordan
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09-03-2004, 09:06 AM
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9/2
~ 30 min elliptical before eating ~ M1 2/3 cup oats 1/2 cup eggwhites 1 egg 1 scoop protein M2 2 terriyaki chicken breasts lettuce 4 oz potato *training M3 1 ezekiel roll 4 oz sweet n' spicy tuna M4 - Bugaboo Creek garden salad with white zinfandel dressing and a few croutons M5 2 low carb tortillas, 2 slices ff cheese M6 1 ezekiel roll 1 slice ff cheese 1 tsp PB 1 LC pita 1798 211.5C 159.8P 43.8F Training: Chest, Biceps, Abs: Incline DB Bench Press 12x15 12x20 8x25 8x25 Flat DB Flyes 12x15 12x20 10x20 Pec Deck 12x40 10x40 9x40 Standing EZ bar Curls 12x30 10x30 10x30 Alt. Incline DB Curls 6x15 6x15 6x15 Low Pulley Reverse Curls 12x30 10x40 8x40 Cable Crunches 12x80 12x80 12x80 Reverse Crunches 12 12 12 |
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09-03-2004, 09:49 AM
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~ 30 min elliptical before eating ~ M1: 2/3 cup oats,1/2 cup eggbeaters,1 egg,1 scoop protein M2: Salsa bagel,1 LC pita,4 oz turkey M3: 2 lc pitas, 1 ff cheese M4: 1 ezekiel roll, 1 oz tuna M5: 1.5 ezk. rolls, 2 lc tortillas M6: 3 ezkl rolls 2155 329C (61%) 170.1P (32%) 30.75F (13%) Last edited by jstar : 09-04-2004 at 09:39 AM. |
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09-04-2004, 09:47 AM
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Back to reality
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 Where is the protein in meals 5 and 6? Just checkin. Oh, and only 1oz of tuna???  |
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09-04-2004, 09:57 AM
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Thanks for checking in on me Jill
I am trying to establish good habits and clean eating and veer away from eating like this. Today will be better, I promise *note to self = more protein less carbs |
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09-05-2004, 10:15 AM
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M2: 2 terriyaki chx breasts M3: whey isolate shake M4: chkn, mush, onions in white wine @ restaurant + 2 small pieces of italian bread (est. 1.5 oz total) Workout: Legs Smith Squats 12x20 12x40 12x40 12x40 Leg Extensions 12x30 12x30 12x30 DB Lunges 12x12 12x12 12x12 Lying Leg Curls 12x40 12x40 10x40 Hyperextensions 12x5 12x10 12x10 Question: I have never done weighted hyperextensions before - do you hold the plate in close to your chest or hold it out? ************************************************** ****** Dunno the calories and macros for today but as you can see my carbs were a lot lower than yesterday. The only thing that worried me was M4. I was with a group of people and they wanted to eat in the North End (an italian section of Boston with tons of great little restaurants and the BEST food on earth  ) I didn't want to go (being on a fat loss diet and all) but they made me feel like I had to. So when we got there I nervously scoured the menu trying to find the best option. I swear just about every single dish included the word "sauteed"  So I saw this dish that was "sauteed" in white wine and came with mushrooms, artichokes and onions. I asked the waitress is this just cooked in wine, no butter or oils right just wine? "Yes" she replied. Well, I am not so sure! I think there was a slight buttery taste to it so who knows? I really HATE when they do that  Today I woke up and decided to weigh myself and measure myself just to see if last night totally ruined me. :wipes sweat off forehead: --crazy but I am down 5lbs...I weigh 140 and my measurements are down slightly too. My hips are down .5" already. I know it was water retention I carry crazy amounts of water. Just call me "camel-star" |
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09-05-2004, 11:26 AM
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Yes Jstar...Hold the plate next to your chest. I cross my hands and hold the plate like I was hugging it.
Sounds like you had some yummy food there! |
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"When you get to the end of your rope, tie a knot in it and hang on."
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09-05-2004, 01:26 PM
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Goooo Starrystar!!!!  excellent progress!! water retention or not 5lbs always makes a diff- I know it does for me! How has your long weekend been? |
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" To dream anything you want to dream: That is the beauty of the human mind. To do anything you want to do: That is the strength of the human will. To trust yourself to test your limits: that is the courage to succeed."
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09-05-2004, 01:55 PM
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[quote=jsar
I was with a group of people and they wanted to eat in the North End (an italian section of Boston with tons of great little restaurants and the BEST food on earth ) [/QUOTE]Hi jstar! Oh man! I LOVE Boston's North End! You walk down the street and all you smell is garlic - it's the best. Good to see you back on track, girl! I love your positive affirmations. |
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We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is just a habit.
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09-05-2004, 05:28 PM
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that is what I did. how much weight do you use? i think 10 was a bit light but 25 would be too much right now. i wish someone would invent 15 lb plates Yes, the food there was so yummy! My meal was so big too I couldn't finish it all. I took some home and gave the rest to my mom. If you ever come to Boston you must go out to eat one night in the North End. There are so many restaurants (most of them family owned) and they are all so good! How was your weekend? Is your knee any better |
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09-05-2004, 05:34 PM
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It still makes a huge difference in how I feel in my clothes and being comfortable in them, don't you agree?My weekend has been great! I went biking along the canal yesterday. Although I nearly wiped out (I haven't been on a bike in years!) it was fun Then today I bought some organizer containers at Wallyworld and cleaned up my room. I put away all my summer clothes and took out all my fall ones (seems like I was just taking out my summer clothes yesterday :sad: ) Just tryin' to get myself organized before I go back to work on Tuesday. How about your weekend? |
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09-05-2004, 05:38 PM
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 hi girl! how are you?I love walking in the North End in the summer time, don't you? We went to eat at La Summa - have you ever been there? The only other place I have been there is Regina's (Pizza) but it was delish!!! ...Funny all I could smell was pastries from Mike's -- that place was jam-packed last night. I managed to stay on the other side of the street like a good girl How have you been? I love doing the affirmation-thing it really helps keep things in perspective! |
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09-06-2004, 03:12 PM
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M1: 1 ezekiel roll, 1 TBL PB, 2 slices ff cheese M2: 1 ezekiel roll, 4 oz tuna M3: 6 oz potato, 4 oz turkey M4: terriyaki chicken breast, salad, 1/2 cup brown rice M5: 1 ezekiel roll toasted with 1 TBL PB M6: 6 cups ff popcorn, 1 ezekiel roll, 1 TBL PB, 1 ff cheese 1910 312C 151P 43.75F |
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09-06-2004, 03:33 PM
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M1: 1/2 cup oats, 1/2 cup eggwhites, 1 scoop protein M2: 5 low carb pitas, 3 slices ff cheese + low-sugar blueberrie/nut bar ***Training (see below)*** Training: Shoulders, Triceps, Abs and Cardio= MTS Shoulder Press 12x60 12x70 7x80 7x80 Cable Laterals 12x30 8x30* 7x30* Bent-over rear delt flyes 24x8 12x12 12x10** Tricep Pressdowns 12x70 8x80 8x80 Lying Tricep Extensions 7x10 8x10 8x10 Cable Crunch 15x70 12x100 12x110 Reverse Crunches 12 12 12 30 minutes elliptical - 396 calories Comments: I felt pretty strong today. I think it may have had to do with the fact that I ate a pretty decent amount of carbs (M2) about 30-45 min before I trained. On the shoulder press I had been stuck on 8 reps at 70...and no way could I attempt 80! But today I got 7 clean reps! I also felt stronger on the pressdowns. I was always stuck on reps at 70 and could only get 2-3 at 80 but today I got 8! Yippee!!!!*The left pulley on the cable machine was sticking so I was having a hard time with the cable flyes. I got a nice pump though. **On the rear delt db flyes I nearly forgot how to do them I haven't done them in so long. I need to reaquaint myself with the proper form on that exercise before I can go to 12 lb dbs. Next time for sure Tomorrow I weigh-in and measure officially. I calculated earlier that in order to meet my goal I need to lose 1 lb every 6 days, and my measurements must go down slightly as well. If they don't I know that I am not losing fat and I need to adjust my diet. I plan to do another bodyfat test at the end of September and my goal is to be at 21%. |
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09-06-2004, 10:48 PM
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09-07-2004, 05:39 PM
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Ezekiel bread is awesome Jill! It is made from live sprouted grains and has no flour. So it is an unprocessed carb, unlike regular bread. The low carb pitas I eat are by Joseph's - I can 't find a link to their company's site. They oat bran whole wheat pitas and here is the nutrition data for one: calories=60 carbs = 10g protein = 7g fat = 1.5g sugar = 1g fiber = 5g |
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09-07-2004, 05:43 PM
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9/6 (repost)
M1: 1/2 cup oats, 1/2 cup eggwhites, 1 scoop protein M2: 5 low carb pitas, 3 slices ff cheese + low-sugar blueberry/nut bar M3: 2 honey mustard chicken breasts M4: 3 slices ff cheese, 5 lc pitas, 1 TBL PB M5: 5 lc pitas, 1 TBL PB 2040 248C 226P 35F room for improvement needed as you can see training already posted |
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"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed." Michael Jordan
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