Happy even more belated Birthday!
Body for Life Forum Message by ShaneLeighton (3 posts) at 08:06 AM
Great, inspirational thread guys!
My top three goals for 2006
1. Drop 55 scale pounds (230 to 175)
2. Drop 15 inches from waist (47! to 32)
3. Drop from 33 percent bodyfat to under 12 percent
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 08:11 AM
1. Lose the 12 lbs I gained over the last few months.
2. Be able to ski once down the "Valley of Death" by myself without having to hang onto Matt's ski poles in terror.
3. Finish my new home gym with a cardio machine, and get those posters hung up. By Feb 1st! (Got a bowflex and selecttech dumbells towards the end of 2005).
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (228 posts) at 03:07 PM
1. Inspire as many people as posible to get into a healthy lifestyle.
2. Better myself as an individual physically, mental, and every other way possible
3. Win the 2006 BFL Challenge
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (3 posts) at 07:50 PM
My 2006 goals are:
1. lose 88+ scale lbs
2. get into size 8 pants in my closet
3. walk to the third floor without getting out of breath and feeling like my heart is going to fail me
4. go from 41% bodyfat to 20% or less bodyfat
5. feel good about myself!
Body for Life Forum Message by hogken (7 posts) at 08:19 PM
im with the get ripped
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (53 posts) at 10:58 PM
I just remembered a goal, I want to walk in the Solstice parade in June with only paint on!! Always have been so envious of those with the freedom to do it and want to take back my freedom and walk free and proud!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (23 posts) at 10:23 AM
jeremy said:
he trains with staff that I know. He has a long road ahead of him but he can do it with support. He lost 80lbs in 8 weeks with us.
http://www.onmilwaukee.com/buzz/articles/riewe.html
http://tommyriewe.bravejournal.com/index.php.
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (23 posts) at 10:29 AM
Sorry about that. I hit the wrong button. Glad I'm not responsible for launching our nukes. Anyway, I'd like to send a word of encouragement. Need more info.
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 02:12 PM
PM her or go to this profile: Go4steffie she and her husband use bowflex you can see what it did for them!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Spiritfan (12 posts) at 09:09 PM
I also have a bowflex and am using it along with dumbells and also a ball. Works great!
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (76 posts) at 09:43 PM
You said "Any benefits"
I trained a thoracic surgeon that insisted I train him on his "Top of the Line" Bowflex with. He had decent results. But once I got him to purchase the BowFlex SelechTech dumbbells. His physical transformation was much more significant.
My opinion is if you want just any results... yes the "bow" is better than nothing. But a much better range of motion along with deeper and equal resistance creating firmer & rounder muscles can be createds with dumbbells and a swiss ball. But if you already have the bow machine of course, I would use both for variety.
JB
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 09:56 PM
I use a bowflex and the selecttech dumbells.
I could easily do everything I do with dumbells with the bowflex. It would depend on the model though - mine has the lat tower and squats etc built into it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1537 posts) at 10:26 AM
hello?????? guys?????? where are you????????
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1537 posts) at 01:00 PM
this is beginning to get a bit rediculous....I need stats today or I'm going to have to request subs.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1537 posts) at 01:03 PM
now I'm just waiting on amodellawyer and nikki22046 and I can't email Nikki because your profile is private.
Body for Life Forum Message by Charliegirl (6 posts) at 05:17 PM
IM not sure what the deal is with 'teams' but i would love to join you!!
Body for Life Forum Message by dmiller57 (2 posts) at 05:19 PM
I'd like to know about the teams also. Sounds like something I would be interested in.
Body for Life Forum Message by missylab (10 posts) at 05:26 PM
Well looks like we have dmill57, chaliegirl,sixpack, jseven myself and my sister. That's sounds like a team right? What do you say?
Body for Life Forum Message by Charliegirl (6 posts) at 05:32 PM
sounds great...now what?!?! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (61 posts) at 06:04 PM
I would like to be on a team too ,But what do we do as a team,I am new to the team thing
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (517 posts) at 06:46 PM
Hey wait a minute, You guys got my head spinning. Give me a minute to figure things out.
Body for Life Forum Message by angelic4077 (8 posts) at 07:07 PM
I would love to be on a team.....I need someone to hold me accountable. I hate to let other people down and would love to be a member of the next team formed.....PM when you guys get this thing together.
Body for Life Forum Message by JuanE (4 posts) at 07:35 PM
I am new to the sight. Just starting BFL. What is a team and how can I get on a team?
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (3 posts) at 07:44 PM
ditto.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (517 posts) at 07:49 PM
Everyone is on the list for now. I will PM you tomorrow to be on a team. So have your stats (Weight, BF%, and a 4 week goal).
Body for Life Forum Message by fit2006 (3 posts) at 08:06 PM
Can I also be on a team?? I really need a upport system!
fit2006
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 09:40 AM
Yes, I took December off....off of eating right and working out and gained 7 pounds. I am starting another challenge, actually started yesterday. So I am going to hit it hard this time.
Casey and I watched Super size Me last night. It's amazing that the guy can put on nearly 30 pounds in 29 days but take 6 months to lose it. CRAZY!!!!
So anyway, anyone wanting to take time off...be careful.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by lovetorun (83 posts) at 09:49 AM
Hi Lori,
I am in the same boat. Tried to do a 4 week mini challenge to get me through the holidays but I blew it big time. I gained 6!!!
Day 1 is today for me and I also joined the missfit meltdown.
I am hoping that at least 1/2 the
weight it water retention but we'll see.
Good luck on your challenge!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (56 posts) at 09:52 AM
WB Lori... I skipped half of wk 8 and all of wk 9 partially due to the flu and the holidays happening so close to each other. However, I feel like crap and am excited to get back into the flow of things this week. I am no longer sick and the holidays are over, so I'm fired up about finishing this C1 on a very high note and start C2 rolling strong. By the way... I'm still impressed by your pictures and it surely won't take you long to get back in the swing of things.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1537 posts) at 10:29 AM
I bet a lot of it's water retention Lori. As soon as you start eating right and drinking lots of water you'll notice a huge change the first week. Remember the first week?
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (152 posts) at 10:30 AM
I agree that you probably have some water weight going. Did you not workout at all?
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (675 posts) at 10:42 AM
I got ya beat! Gained 10 pounds in one week! Still working on getting it back off, but of course it's not coming off nearly as fast as it went on!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 01:54 PM
blemt, No not at all....well I did two days of cardio. LOL Might as well say not at all. Oh well, it's starting good now. I'm going again today...drinking my water....eating right.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (139 posts) at 02:00 PM
Well I gained 14 in 3 weeks so there :P Blah! I meant to exercise the whole 3 weeks even though I wasn't planning on being strict with my nutrition during the holidays. That lasted about a week and then I got sick and just threw in the towel. And of course I ate everything in my path so 14 pounds later.... BLAH! Halleljuah for new beginnings.
Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 02:02 PM
Yeah, I guess what we need to do is concentrate on how to get rid of it...AND MORE!!!!
Good luck to everyone, I know I'll be working at it harder now.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 02:05 PM
I too gained 7 pounds in one month!! OK wanna see who can lose it first!! :)
Now were all the cookies worth it?? Yes-I must say so, I got it out of my system- I took a break, psychologically speaking I think it did me good. But now I mean business!
Good luck and kiss those 7 pounds good bye!
Body for Life Forum Message by missylab (10 posts) at 11:06 AM
I am very new to Body for Life. During the weight training segments, is it important to do exactley what the book says, or is it better to just start slow and build poundage and reps as you go? This weight training almost seems impossible. I don't want to loose it before I even start. Anyone else agree?
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 04:28 PM
My experience with my own abilities and watching other beginners over the last year is to follow the book precisley starting on day 1. Try and hit your 10s or fail on the last 12 but just take baby steps, its OK to start off slow with lighter weight but do the reps the way they say in the book. Do it to a T- It may take a couple of workouts on each muscle group to get the hang of, just read the instructions very carefully and if you can get feedback from someone who knows the exercises that would be ideal. (just to make sure you are doing them properly)-otherwise take that book with you when you work out (thats what I did) follow instructions step by step.
Bottom line: IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TO DO EXACTLY WHAT THE BOOK SAYS. Just do it according to your own abilities- (practice with light weights and move yourself up gradually). Also it is always a good idea just to call teh 1800 number for important questions like this...I called them many times when I first started out.
Oh and I almost forgot!! WELCOME TO OUR TRACKER FAMILY!! We are here to help, support and motivate!! Good Luck!!
Linne
Body for Life Forum Message by missylab (10 posts) at 05:29 PM
Thanks,
I didn't do too well then today with the UBWO. :( I am pretty good at the cardio. I will just have to work harder on the weight portion.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (205 posts) at 05:47 PM
Sounds like you started with weights that were too heavy and so couldn't go up or couldn't complete the required reps? If so, the best bet is to back them down until you get one small enough that you can start with that and go on up. It doesn't matter what the weight amount is, so long as you can push the first one up 12 times, the next one up for ten times, the next one for 8 times, and the next one for 6 times. Just experiment with the weights and make sure you write down what weights you start with and end with each day. Stay with the book.
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 07:24 PM
Good advice michiganmike- remember too when youre first starting out the first 12 can be a nice light wieght just to warm up the muscles- you will find out how to reach the 10's soon enough...it will just take a couple of weeks for you to feel your way through it. Soon you will be pushing yourself without hurting yourself, you will be sore and when you see those muscles forming you will notice how much stronger you are becoming and it is very rewarding!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Spiritfan (12 posts) at 09:07 PM
missylab- I know how you feel. On some of the exercises I start out with 1 pound or 3 pound dumbells an move up from there. You will soon see how quickly you can add weight. You can do it! Take your time and don't worry about the amount of weight you are lifting.
Body for Life Forum Message by Charliegirl (6 posts) at 01:55 PM
I love spinning..would this count as one of my HIIT's?
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 02:08 PM
I think it would definitly count as HIIT! If you do it on a cardio day I think so- most spinning classes do intervals and they are also usally 45 - 1 hr too. Anyone else have a comment??
By the way - one of my goals is to start spinning once a week.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (228 posts) at 02:12 PM
45 minutes to an hr of HIIT may actually have a detrimental effect on your progress. after 20 - 30 minutes of it you will start "eating" away that hard earned muscle and that muscle will in the long run burn way more fat than cardio ever could. Spinning classes are great I would just wait til after your official challenge. just my input
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 04:12 PM
Got this off the BFL web site:
Body-for-LIFE Challenge Frequently Asked Questions
Q: I like to get outdoors and exercise, so can I substitute walking, hiking or biking for my cardio?
A: Yes! Walking and hiking can provide as intense a workout as you want. By maintaining good form and a brisk pace you can achieve the heart rate level (60 percent to 80 percent of maximum) that is ideal for fat burning. Increase your intensity with hills and walking and hiking become even more effective. If you want to shed fat, burn more calories, develop a strong heart and lungs, then bicycling is it. Biking also shapes and tones your legs better than any other form of cardio exercise. So get outside, enjoy the weather and burn fat!
View more FAQs
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 04:21 PM
This is actually a great topic- you could be right ocpanther65 even just one day a week could break down the muscles because according to BFL quick high intesity cardio is best. But I am going to call EAS tomorrow and see what they have to say about it. I did want to try spinning once a week, now Im not so sure. I would imagine though if you bumped up the protein and carb for the day it could work. But Ill call and post tomorrow!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Charliegirl (6 posts) at 05:12 PM
Thanks Linne for calling! Let us know what you find out. I wouldnt probably only be doing it once a week (due to conflicts with my schedule) I look forward to hearing what they say!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (205 posts) at 05:42 PM
You know what! You can do spinning as HIIT for sure. The only "worry" is whether it might be too long and thus not be advisable due to potential muscle loss. Just do it for twenty to twenty five minutes instead of an hour and make it work for you! There's no sense in avoiding an activity you enjoy as long as a simple modification can make it acceptable.
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (347 posts) at 05:51 PM
I go to spin class I love it. I wonder what EAS will say about the workout?
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (76 posts) at 08:28 PM
It all depends what your goals are!
Research shows spinning usually creates an extreme catabolic environment. (Muscle loss)
Our buddy Ken Young (2004 Champ) enjoys marathons and long distance tour biking. To keep from losing muscle, he eats consumes very large quantities of calories. But not while doing his 1st BFL Challenge.
This can become way to complicated for newbies.
As Mike said...if you HAVE to spin...
"Just do it for twenty to twenty five minutes instead of an hour and make it work for you!"
JBraam
Body for Life Forum Message by Calv (14 posts) at 04:26 PM
My girlfriend, aged 37 was diagnosed with stage 2 Hodgkins Lymphoma last year, and has since undergone chemotherapy, and also radiotherapy to her chest and neck area.
It appears that all the treatment has worked well for her so far, and she is gradually regaining her strength, however she is understandably still tired at times during the day.
Now i am starting (again) an exercise and healthy eating programme, and my girlfriend would like to do something to increase her general fitness too.
I can advise on exercise routine as i am qualified in this field, however i would like to hear from anyone here who has any advice on exercising after cancer treatment. Any tips, suggestions etc? I was thinking of starting with just a basic routine that she could do at home to start off with. A few strength exercises, combined with an awareness of healthier eating (my girlfriend could probably teach me a few things about that actually lol!), and work towards some form of cardio exercise if she can manage it.
Any advice would be most appreciated.
Thanks,
Calv.
Body for Life Forum Message by kellythecoach (13 posts) at 05:52 PM
Start off easy ( after the Dr says it is okay of course) Remember that she will get tired easy! I had both chemo and radiation for cervical cancer along with some surgeries. All good now but it did seem as though a little bit of a workout at first was alot! Slowly though I got back up to normal...I have to admit at first I overdid it and then it just took me longer to get back in the gym! Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Charliegirl (6 posts) at 05:15 PM
I just started BFL (today actually!) and i did my UBWO. I really worked hard and my arm are achy right now.
My only thing is, i get embarrased at the gym. It was completely packed today (obviously, resolutions!!) and i was in the weight room with ALL GUYS. Im sure when i get stronger and shape up i wont mind it, but im so self concious right now, i dont feel like im focusing so much on my work out, but how i look!
Anyone have an advice?
Body for Life Forum Message by fromfat2firm (25 posts) at 05:27 PM
I don't think you should feel embarassed at all. I go to the gym with mostly guys (all military mind you). My thought is if they are paying more attention to you than they are their own workout, then you are better than they are because you went there for an actual purpose. I say use an mp3 player or walkman and just focus on your own workout. Just zone everyone else out. You are there for YOU and you are doing the best you can. Honestly if they are looking at you.. it's probably cause they are checking you out!! Just keep at it.
Good luck,
Angel
Body for Life Forum Message by Charliegirl (6 posts) at 05:34 PM
Haha, thanks for the boost.
I honestly dont think they even care about me, its all just in my head! Its just so hard for me not to be self concious. I hope to get some good attention when im finished with this challange!!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (205 posts) at 05:36 PM
Maybe a couple of things. First of all, don't be embarrassed about being embarrassed! Yeah, I know, it makes no sense. But, what I really mean is that most people who are firstimers in the gym, including guys, are intimidated by the free weight area and the folks who are working out there. Most of them are at least harmless, though some of them look like they'd kill you if you ask them a question. You'll soon get used to working out around others and it will become second nature. Each gym has its own unspoken rules of etiquette, and the only thing that is universal is that it's always a good idea to ask someone in the area, before you take over some equipment,if anyone else is using it. Most guys actually are not at all upset about women in the free weight area and are happy to help if you need it. Some clubs have areas where there are fitness balls and dumbbells in a smaller area, and I see a lot of ladies going in there to do some of their dumbbell work and ab stuff. Another thing you can do, depending on your flexibility, is to find out a time when the gym isn't very busy and go at that time.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 05:50 PM
I totally know how you feel. My first complete Challenge, I was feeling fragile about the whole thing - like if anyone said the slightest comment about my eating or working out, I'd give up. So my gym then was SMALL, and I was often the only girl there. I tried to work out anonymously but it was hard - me, the owner, two trainers and their clients - oh brother! Anyway, I just stuck with it. I kept my journal with me (which they even craned their necks to see!) and simply focused on what I was supposed to be doing. I was the woman of mystery. Those 45 minutes were MINE and the only person in the gym that mattered then was ME.
So...after 8 weeks of consistent workouts (and eating clean), my transformation was pretty noticeable to everyone. The looks were more along the nature of, "Damn, girl!" One day the owner - a former Super Bowl champion - brought his wife over to me and said, "This is the one I've been telling you about. Her body has completely transformed." That felt pretty great!!
So here's what I'd do: keep focused, keep your mind in your muscles, listen to your own tunes, and hit your 10s. Are you going to look silly? Yep, especially when you're pushing yourself and scrunching your face to make those 10s! And in those early weeks, when you sense the guys are looking at you, just tell them - out loud or in your own mind - "Go ahead. Get a look at me now, because this body is changing fast!"
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 05:51 PM
One more thing: Congratulations on starting your Challenge!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 06:01 PM
I'm usually the only girl in the free weight area, and I was intimidated at first. Then I thought, "Hey! I'm the only girl in the free weight area! I ROCK!!!"
So now I'm not embarassed anymore--be proud of yourself, Charliegirl!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 06:24 PM
Same thing that Nicabod said (beauty AND smarts, what a lucky girl!) -- I am usually the only girl in the free weight area and was very intimidated at first. But now I get in the zone and don't even notice other people unless they're in my way. And now I kinda LIKE being the only girl in the free weight area. I feel bad ass. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (17 posts) at 06:51 PM
Give it a couple weeks and the gym will start to clear out. Everyone else in there probably felt embarrassed also. I heard that it takes 6 weeks for peoples new years resolutions to go bye bye.
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (76 posts) at 01:53 PM
Flash is correct. Creatine post work out only. Creatine can feel like a cup of sand in your gut...eIt can be especially nausious for 'newbies' as Chuck said. My insider advice...try taking it with a cup of warm water. This helps disolve it better. Then less than 5 minutes later, follow it with a full glass of H20 to assist with the uptake and transport the product. I also suggest taking betagen every day for the most dramatic results. It will help with your quick burst HIIT cardio & recovery...
Hope that helps!
Jerry
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (53 posts) at 03:26 PM
So, there is a new article about them in People magazine... so funny because it says that they are "just like any other couple"... i thought to myself that we must really be out of it because i didn't realize 'any other couple' was into the swinging scene and recreational drugs ;=)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 03:34 PM
While in my personal opinion they are as gulty as hell, we cannot judge groups of people based on the actions of two.
For one, it's only two people, not all professional fitness people are like this and kill people.
On the same level, even though I am not a swinger, I can guarantee 99% of the people who are aren't into drugs and don't kill people.
Not all people into recreational drugs kill people.
If they did do it, sure their lifestyle may have had something to do with it - but the bottom line is - mental instability.
There are other couples out there that swing and use recreational drugs, and they don't go around killing.
These two must just have been screwy in the head.
My two cents.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2129 posts) at 04:28 PM
Yeah I am still following it as well, check his website everyday, was picked up by MSNBC? So I stop in and see if anything is new,,, I don't think anything major will happen before their court appearance on 12 Jan....
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:30 PM
Exactly Tai - killers DO belong to all & any walks of life just the same as they don't belong to any CERTAIN walks of life. Its not just your 2 cents; its a fact.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (53 posts) at 12:20 AM
i have used napster, kazaa, musicmatch, itunes, and many others.
if you looking for a legal way, emusic.com is the best we have found so far.
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (346 posts) at 04:09 AM
are any of these IPOD friendly? I noticed not a lot are IPOD compatable
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (191 posts) at 09:04 AM
limewire is very ipod friendly
Body for Life Forum Message by Pan (34 posts) at 09:07 AM
www.imesh.com
Body for Life Forum Message by pk-rn (29 posts) at 09:53 AM
I got a really bad virus from using Kazaa. I don't like to share music anymore. I buy my music at Wal-Mart for .88 a download. It's cheap, legal and safe!
Thanks for the Shape website!
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (53 posts) at 10:51 AM
Hey sorry for the confusion. I mentioned the others like Kazaa, because I have used them all for years and finally found one that beats them all on price.
emusic.com is the best and the cheapest and ipod friendly.
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1380 posts) at 11:19 AM
I'm trying emusic right now :-) Thanks!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (7 posts) at 11:28 AM
allofmp3.com is also good...its inexpensive and reliable. The downside is their bandwidth is miserable.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 12:45 PM
Happy even more belated Birthday!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:40 AM
Thank goodness you didn't say waist & hips!
Mine is 9.25 & 10.25.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (56 posts) at 05:28 AM
Mine are 16 unflexed and 16.25 flexed... One of my long term goals are to have 20 inch biceps.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by Phatty McPhatterson (9 posts) at 03:02 AM
If you haven't already, think about registering to be an Organ, Tissue and Eye Donor.
GET THE FACTS ABOUT DONATION:
MYTH: If someone is in an accident and the hospital knows they want to be a donor, the doctors won't try to save their life.
FACT: Unlike what you see on fictional television shows, the medical team treating the patient is separate from the transplant team. The transplant team is not notified until all lifesaving efforts have failed and death has been determined.
MYTH: A donor's family has to pay additional expenses.
FACT: There is no charge to the family for donation of tissue and organs.
MYTH: Many people believe their religion does not approve of donation.
FACT: Most major religions approve of donation and consider it a generous act that is the individual's choice.
DID YOU KNOW:
Everyone is a potential tissue and organ donor. Donation depends on the medical condition at the time of death and test results.
You should share your decision with family members so they can know and respect your decision.
One organ donor can save the lives of up to 8 people.
One tissue donor can improve the quality of life of up to 75 people.
Close to 1 million tissue transplants are performed each year in the United States.
Thousands of patients are in need of tissue and organs to live healthier and longer lives.
Go to shareyourlife.org to find out how you can become a donor. If you have any questions about donation, please feel free to PM me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:36 AM
Very good information - thanks.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (507 posts) at 08:44 AM
OK...I just registered in both Arizona and Cali (since I still have 2 addresses)
Cmon Yall...if ya havent registered yet, PLEASE consider it.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 08:52 AM
Yup I am a donor! Shall something ever happen to me. Man what a gift out of death 8 lives have a chance. Not to mention the others for Tissue donors. Life it is an amazing gift to be able to give and an even more amazing gift to give a chance at life.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (191 posts) at 08:53 AM
done
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 12:43 PM
I am definitely a donor. A kidney transplant gave my father 14 more years of life he wouldn't have had otherwise.
Hey Phats, do you think Hottie Hibachi Chef has signed up yet?
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 12:55 PM
Been a donor since the day I got my drivers liscence!
I also make sure that relatives/bf etc knows that this is my wish. After all, who knows how stupid family could be when I'm not around to tell them what to do? Right!
Right!
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (263 posts) at 07:13 AM
We are going to try and go to the expo on that Friday the 14th - anybody else gonna be there? Would love to meet up with you, just let me know ok?
:>
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 11:19 AM
I'll be there Thursday the 12th-15th..woohoo only 10 days to go!
See ya there.
Body for Life Forum Message by Nut-Meg (477 posts) at 11:29 AM
Details, please? I happen to have to be in Denver on that Friday afternoon and thru the weekend....Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by Nut-Meg (477 posts) at 11:29 AM
Details, please? I happen to have to be in Denver on that Friday afternoon and thru the weekend....Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by mojo (40 posts) at 12:20 PM
I will be there the 12th-15th as well. Ten days and counting... I'm so excited!!!
Malissa
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (263 posts) at 02:33 PM
awesome! As soon as we get tickets I will PM you guys - it would be great to meet you all!!
Jo
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (76 posts) at 03:02 PM
It is actually Friday 13th & 14th.
Complet info at www.BFLEXPO.com
I'll be there! Pull me to the side,
I love meeting BFLers.
Jerry
Body for Life Forum Message by amylame (19 posts) at 11:06 AM
I am in love with these pants! These pants will make me finish this challenge.
http://www.guess.com/ProductDetails.aspx?style=Y61G2008&image=Y61G2008-SWI&cat=57&browse=1&root_category|46=Women
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (374 posts) at 11:28 AM
CUTE!!! I hope you get them!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1532 posts) at 01:25 PM
Cute pants!!! I know you will fit in them and look great!!! Nice to see you back, Amy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 01:27 PM
VERY cute..you are going to look SO GOOD in them!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 11:53 AM
Look at you in that sexay black bikini!!
Ya know, I remember when you first came on here and you posted pics in those long shorts swearing you'd never post a bikini pic.
Sure, they might be before photos, but girl you are looooooking goooooooooooooooooood :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:00 PM
Hurray for Jess!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (451 posts) at 12:02 PM
And um, Jess, is there any particular reason you have that smirk?? Ya thinkin' of, oh I don't know, the cowboy???
LOL
And you do look great!! Well done!
Love,
Pers
(XXXXXXXXXX)
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (368 posts) at 12:22 PM
Yeah Jess, I remember that statement about the bikini also. Something rock your world lately? You're gonna do great!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 12:40 PM
Aw, you guys! Thanks. I was hoping I could just sort of slip those pictures in without anyone noticing, LOL. And I remember making that statement. I think it was around week 4 or 6 that you all mocked me into a bikini. :D Just think, in 12 weeks it might actually fit me properly!
You guys are the best. And yes, Pers and Troy, something DID rock my world lately, and yes I AM thinking about that cowboy. :D Just think of all the extra cardio I'll be doing. LMAO!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 12:54 PM
Looking good Jess!
Ride 'im cowgirl!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 12:58 PM
BWAA HAAA HAAA!!! "Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy" Challenge" LOVE IT!!! You GO girl!
Yeehaw!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 01:01 PM
Look at that teeny teeny tiny waist!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1532 posts) at 01:22 PM
Jess, you just keep improving!!! So proud of you!!!! Last year you couldn't picture yourself in a bikini...just think about what you will be wearing next year? Maybe just a pair of chaps??? lol!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 01:26 PM
No doubt...DOING AWESOME!!!
Let's keep going STRONG!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 01:48 PM
Glad to see the shorts are GONE! .. Gee Jess where'd you lose your shorts??
LMAO...;)
Looking forward to seein happy week 12 in maybe... hmmmm a Cowboy Hat!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 01:52 PM
Looking Good!!!
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (675 posts) at 01:59 PM
Well, yes...save the horse! Glad to see you took that pic Jess....and you'll be glad you did too at the end of this challenge!
Now..ride that cowboy! lol
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 02:31 PM
For those of you not familiar - I've had a picture on my fridge pasted to a calendar with Jan. 10th circled as my BFL start date last year. I've gazed at this woman lovingly, I've cursed her, people have come over and we've conversed about her, she's wrinkled with steam from the kitchen and I've even gotten so frustrated that with magic marker I wrote stupid ugly b**** where her head should be. She is headless it was just a picture I tore from a magazine representing perfection to me and if I could get half way there I'd be happy.
Well today I finally found out who she is. She is none other than KELLY RYAN!!!!!! I just about flipped out!!!!!! Just because of the irony of it at this time and just because I've always said with a curl in my lip "well I've never been a Kelly Ryan fan; she's never provided any inspiration for me, not like Jenny Lyn or Mary Elizabeth Lado" I'm killing myself laughing - I SAY THE STOOOOOOOOPIDEST THINGS SOMETIMES.
(I reposted her steam wrinkled picture again in todays blog entry). Really, I'm such a dweeb!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1001 posts) at 02:58 PM
Wow,
is THAT some kind of wierd karma or what? :-0
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (44 posts) at 03:12 PM
HEE HEE... Oh that's too funny
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (347 posts) at 03:41 PM
Wow how did you find out who your headless abs were?
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (228 posts) at 03:46 PM
Thats funny, she was your voodoo doll, look what you made her do.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:26 PM
OMG - I'm still incredulous. I found this out by coming across her pics following some links from a website covering the fiasco they're in.
Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (38 posts) at 04:38 PM
Well you did call her a stupid ugly B**CH didn't you? So maybe you subconciously knew it was her and that she was bad...
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 05:24 PM
Hmmm... I wonder if she painted her toenails cherry red back then?
KR is Miss April in the Oxygen 2006 calendar. My flippin' BIRTH month. Can you believe it?!? I figured I'd either skip it or put up a different picture. Hey...maybe mine!
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (443 posts) at 07:25 PM
Wow...does this mean I should take the headless picture of Flower that I have on my fridge down????
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 08:18 PM
WOW freeky stuff Tracey!! I remeber you writing all over her...& who knew it would turn out to be Kelly!?!
hmmmm maybe there is something to the Voodoo idea!... do do do do do do do... *Twilight Zone* Music 'case you missed it! ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by hogken (7 posts) at 08:13 PM
About 10 minutes into my first ever BFL UBWO the earth did move but it was mother nature calling and I had to put my workout on hold which made me run late on my timing. I thought it was funny?
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (76 posts) at 08:18 PM
One last vote...
They are junk!
JB
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (17 posts) at 03:22 PM
I did the calorie counting thing for a while and realized that I spent more time counting the number of calories, fat, protien, and carbs that I didn't have time to do anything else.
Way to go healthyme :D
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Kelly (5 posts) at 09:24 PM
OMG....I love the Vanilla Malt shake in the Eating for Life book!!! If you haven't tried it...do it. It is just like a shake but without the calories! I never tried the Iced Chai one so I will give it a whirl.
Great post!! Kelly
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:35 PM
I'm not a huge meat eater, and I get tired of chicken breasts after, oh, a day. Any other suggestions for getting enough protein? I don't really like fish, and my husband WON'T eat it. Shrimp is too expensive, and there's only so much cottage cheese and so many egg whites a girl can eat. I don't want to rely too much on protein shakes, but I will have some. Any suggestions on good protein sources? Or do I just need to--well, I was going to say choke down the chicken, but that's just gross.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (333 posts) at 12:45 PM
Chickpeas (aka Garbanzo beans) are high in protein. Remember there are lots of beans that can be added to salads.
We make a tuna and chickpea salad with lemon juice, salt, pepper and a bit of olive oil. Spruce it up with parsley or cilantro.
How about ground turkey? We make burgers, meatloaf, tacos, spaghetti sauce. I just made a soup the other week by browning ground turkey breast with low-sodium taco seasoning then add tomato soup and simmered that a while. Sprinkled low fat cheddar cheese on top and you have a Tomato Taco Soup. It was good!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 12:48 PM
Peanut butter.
Veggie burgers.
Nuts.
Tofu.
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:51 PM
I do love chickpeas. And I don't mind my meat so much when it is in other things, like stews and sauces, so those are good ideas.
Unfortunately, I am not to be trusted around nuts and peanut butter.
Thanks for the help!
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (24 posts) at 02:11 PM
Ever bought the Eating for Life cookbook? Tons of ideas there and everything I've' made, we all love!
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (7 posts) at 02:23 PM
The original Boca burgers are great- they are inexpensive, very easy to make (about 1 minute in the microwave), and high protein. DON'T try anything but Boca- all the imitations are horrible. And of the Boca, I think the all-american are the best. I like their breakfast sausage links too. Pour some ketchup on and they're great.
Also, soy nuts are easy to pack and eat. They aren't too snacky (ie, they don't taste too great) but 1/4 cup packs like 15 grams protein, 3 or 4 grams fat, and a bunch of fiber.
I don't eat anything but fish...there are lots of ways around the traditional meat-protein sources.
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 02:33 PM
I love the Boca sausages, but for some reason I can't find them anymore. I can find the burgers, but I'm stuck with the Morningstar Farms sausages which are WAY not as good.
I do have the EFL cookbook, and I do like everything I've made in it so far.
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (769 posts) at 11:29 PM
thanks...... anyone else?
Body for Life Forum Message by Godsdaughter (3 posts) at 11:45 PM
yes! I love Tae Bo! I started doing Tae Bo at a size 14 and am now in a little 4 sometimes even a 2!!!! It takes dedication and really clean eating, but very rewarding!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (17 posts) at 08:22 AM
Anyone?
Should I take it as it just doesn't matter?
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (191 posts) at 08:35 AM
I think you should be fine, the 1 min is the minimum to allow your muscles to efficiently lift more weight. Your better off waiting more than 1 min then less.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 08:47 AM
It should be enough time. Thats how I would do it with my first workout partner... and even now. Unless your partner is chatty hehehe ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (374 posts) at 08:49 AM
Yeah, I think it's OK. I thnk the point is to make sure its LONG ENOUGH for the muscles to rest. As long as they're rested it will be OK if it's a little longer than a minute.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (17 posts) at 09:02 AM
Thanks everyone. I figured it would be ok, especially since there is a suggestion to HAVE a partner, but better safe than sorry. This is to important for me to mess around with and mess up! After seeing some of the transformations on this site, I figured you all would know :D
Thanks again!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (152 posts) at 10:29 AM
I also workout without a partner. I got the Audiotimekeeper CDs for my birthday. They are perfect if you have to solo workout. They keep the cadence for you, and keep you honest.
audiotimekeeper.com is the URl. I STRONGLY suggest checking them out. They are making a huge difference for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (152 posts) at 09:19 AM
I end up doing 5 because I can only go up in 5s. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by guitargoddess (135 posts) at 09:38 AM
thank you so much gang, I realize I can up it by 5 and hit my 10's If I up it by 10 I could never finish. I couldnt even make it to the last set of reps.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (17 posts) at 11:34 AM
It's really a judgement call anyways. If it's just TO light, then you might want to try upping it by 10. If it's just a bit to light, then 5 should do the trick.
Way I look at it, if the weight is going up, that's good. It's irrelevant how MUCH it's going up, just so long as it's headed in the right direction :D
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:18 PM
It also depends on the amount of weight you're starting with--try looking at percent of weight. Like if you are lifting 50 pounds, then upping it 5 pounds would be a 10% increase, which is pretty good.
My problem is that I'm often between amounts I can increase. At the gym we have 10, 12, 15, 20 lb. dumbbells, and on several exercises, 15 is too light and 20 is too heavy. There's no middle!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 12:27 PM
For me in depends on the body part and also by what weights i have available. If one weight is a little too light but the next weight up is really too heavy, i'll really slow down the the time it takes to do each rep. That helps. And I'll also add a few reps at the heavier weight (before I try for the ten w/ the lower weight) just to get used to it. Then i'll slowly incorporate that weight into my training.
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabeahottie (5 posts) at 10:44 AM
hi everyone,
i am starting my first challenge thursday. i wonder if everyone really follows the varied peaking intensities described in the bfl book, or can u wing it and still get the results u want? (if i take my dog for an hour walk, is that ok for my cardio day, or do i need to do something more intense?)
thx for all the help, this is a great support system... enjoy 2006 everyone...
j
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (443 posts) at 10:53 AM
intensity is the key here...taking your dog for a walk is awesome! However, it needs to be IN ADDITION to your high intensity cardios 3 times a week.
The same is also true to lifting. Hitting those peaks is insurance for progress!
Good luck!!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (191 posts) at 11:08 AM
I second that :)
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (386 posts) at 11:09 AM
I agree with Can'tStopMe- you need the high intensity. The dog walk is awesome, but you need the interval training. You could try mixing running in with the walk. Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (374 posts) at 11:25 AM
I agree with everyone.... adding extra exercise is fine and probably helpful but you gotta get the heart rate up here for 20 minutes 3x a week!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (17 posts) at 11:32 AM
Just my thoughts here, but while taking your dog for a walk is better than nothing, it's not going to kick your body's fat burning mechanism into high gear without the intensity.
The BFL cardio program is designed to do just that. Like others have said, taking the dog for a walk is great, just do it in addition to your scheduled HIIT cardio ;)
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (7 posts) at 11:44 AM
What I do is do my HIIT cardio; then at the end of my HIIT I take my dogs for a 10 minute walk as a cool down. Then everybody's happy! walking the kids is a great way to wind down and cool off.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (205 posts) at 12:19 PM
Actually, wannabe, it all depends on how you do the dog walk!!! I "walk" my brittany spaniel, Milly the wonder dog, and it counts as HIIT cardio! Why? Because we start out at a 7.5 mph pace. Then we walk a bit at a nearby park, and then take off again, at an 8 mph pace for two more blocks. And on and on it goes. Even with a cool-down segment at the end, we end up doing 2.5 miles in 25 minutes or less. The only bad thing about doing a "walk" like that is that it's backward from the conventional HIIT cardio, since the poor old dog gets tired after about a mile and a half. She drags me the first mile, and I drag her the last!
Body for Life Forum Message by Gloom Raider (4 posts) at 10:13 PM
Hey guys (& girls !)
I'm flying over to Denver from Ireland next week to attend the BfL Expo. If you're able to get there make sure you come over & introduce yourself, I'd love to meet you !
If you can't make Denver, make sure you get on THE cruise - I promise you, this is one boat (ship) you do NOT want to miss, it's going to be awesome !!
There's over 200 already confirmed, so if you haven't made that $100 deposit (fully-refundable until April 3rd)- do it NOW while there is still a cabin left for you.
Hope to "Sea" you soon !!
Paul
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 01:13 PM
Welcome back Jdub! Its great to have some good ol BFLers around!! I missed ya! Lets stay on it now OK?? My motivation isnt 100% today but Im stickin with tracker and people like you to keep me on track---!! Good luck to you!
Your BFL bud!
Linne
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 02:23 PM
Linne -- so good to see you back, too. And you, Nicabod, you little hottie. My motivation is increasing as the day goes on today, it's kinda funny. I am just today on my last day of vacation, getting things done I should have started 10 days ago. And it started with a workout this morning.
YEAH BABY!
Body for Life Forum Message by melissab (348 posts) at 02:33 PM
YAY!! Great to have you back J-Dub! I just came back to it as well! I'm seeing names I remember well from the summer!! Wooooohoooo!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 01:14 PM
I missed this when you first posted. GREAT to have you back!! Let's get this thing going and rock our bodies for 2006!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 01:25 PM
*kissie poos to Lisa*
38 is NOT old, and you do not look 38. I thought we were the same age or you were younger!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 01:28 PM
Let's GO GODDESSA...you are going to do AWESOME in 06 girl!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (333 posts) at 01:35 PM
I missed this post from earlier too - great to have you back Goddessa! You were missed. (ps. I have no regrets about being 38 myself)
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2129 posts) at 01:45 PM
It is never the same without you Lisa, I am glad that you are back here.. Misssssssssssed you terribly~
Lets ROCK this joint!
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 02:53 PM
Hey you!! Heard any jokes lately? :)
So glad youre here and I am back and I mean it this time!
Lets do it in 06!! Hot bodies here we come!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 05:11 PM
Hi Goddessa, I'm glad you are back here, I feel so motivated just know you guys are around! This is gonna be the best year ever!! HOT HOT HOT!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (38 posts) at 05:24 PM
Aha! It was Lean Jean Fitness....
Good site by the way.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1665 posts) at 06:28 PM
Thanks again guys! It was very encouraging today to get on Tracker and see this thread active! As many of you know, I had a rough 3 months with illness and a minor setback that resulted in quite a few pounds coming back.
But I made some adjustments to my hormone medications a couple of weeks ago and I feel better than I have in months! So I'm more excited than ever about my BFL program! I just did my first workout of C5 and I'm totally confident I'm going to make great progress the next 12 weeks!
Thanks again,
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (38 posts) at 07:08 PM
Well I'm confident that you will too.
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 01:58 PM
Im with ya Jerry!! Operation Oprah has now officially begun!
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (843 posts) at 12:45 PM
BUMP...BUMP...BUMP...Happy Jan. 2nd!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 12:53 PM
You need to change the title of this to"
"Who let the cows out..." ;)
Ok seriously now lol - this post just gave me the motivation to stick with the 5am wakeups!
Don't you leave again - you hear!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (418 posts) at 01:10 AM
I didnt miss her at all
*ducks*
DG- I've got a new green eyeshadow I want you to see *wink*
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:41 AM
Rie is another one I was looking for.
CAN YOU STICK AROUND THIS TIME??????
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 06:36 AM
WOW A new Year & Everyone's BAAAAAACK!
DG we sure missed you ...& all your "colorful" stories! LOL~
So Glad you're back!!
Rie... Nicabod!...WOW COOL YOu guys are back too!!!
This YEAR is GONNA ROCK!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 09:57 AM
HOLY COW!!!!!! YOU ARE HERE!!!! I am so happy I could just cry....Oh YAY YAY YAY!!!!!!!!!
Happy dance here!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (81 posts) at 08:47 PM
I did see it...I check her site every couple of days. She really motivates me!
Body for Life Forum Message by smp (25 posts) at 02:13 PM
Great thread. I would like to know, when the champions look back on their challenge, knowing what they know now, would they do anything differently?
Body for Life Forum Message by smp (25 posts) at 02:18 PM
Oh, and one more question! Did they tweak anything (supplements, diet, exercise) along the 12 weeks that resulted in a huge change in their body or mind?
Like during week 6, did they add flax oil and all of a sudden the body fat just dropped?
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 02:51 PM
Cardio - what levels of ten, what equipment used, did they do extra cardio, how long was each HIIT session, what does their cardio routine look like now, is it still BFL, etc.
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (7 posts) at 02:59 PM
I woudl ask...did it really all "click" and "happen" in 12 weeks just like that, or did they have some fits and starts?
I ask because, in reading the stories on the site, it appears that somehow things just clicked and they "crossed the abyss" never to look back, and in 12 weeks, turned an amazing corner.
I get frustrated because I falter, or start and quit challenges, fail, start again, etc.
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 12:15 AM
how cute are you...I love nice people. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 12:24 AM
If you PM tracker member "michiganmike" and ask for the Women Success document, he can email a bunch of ladies' experiences about when they started to really see changes. The general consensus seems to be around week 8. Some earlier, some later. Everyone is different! Take a look, it is really useful to hear some personal, first-hand experiences.
Keep at it, hiit it hard, the results will come!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 12:19 AM
Can I recommend some green leafy vegetables (or "Green Leafies" as my nutrtion professor lovingly refers to them) for a few meals?? They have such great health benefits, and will help keep you full. And vitamin-y. And healthy. And regular. And protect against a multitude of diseases.
I love me some green leafy's, baby!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:58 AM
To me it looks like there is some confusion as to who the parent is here. This is going to sound really harsh and mean but I don't intend for it to be hurtful. Why WOULD she change at this point? You keep giving her money no matter how far she pushes you, you care for her no matter what, you always bail her out - really, why would she change???? Udenia, I honestly mean that in the nices way.
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (247 posts) at 06:14 AM
Keep up the communication with her. It seems that after her "blow up" she was still willing to talk to you even if it wasn't the most pleasant conversation for her or you. Find out how her day with the bus pass, make her accountable for it. Bring it down to "tracker" talk: ecourage and push!! Good Luck and God Bless!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 06:45 AM
Glad to hear that you're getting through this Hon.. Sounds like you've got a lot of good suggestions as to directions to look at about this.. But at the end of the day .. you have to listen to your own heart .. YOu know what you have to do even if it is hard !
Stay strong ...we're here for ya!
Hugs
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2129 posts) at 11:15 AM
I feel since she was living with me, that I should help her get started up there,, however, she is NOT coming back here. I am praying to God that she finds a decent job, she use to do at home care for elderly,,, so she has applied for some of those jobs. I made an arrangement with her, the $$ that I was sending to her now, was the medical insurance that I had for "her" and she doesn't use, EVER... We were suppose to cancel that policy in FEB anyway, so I am going to give that to her each month, that will pay $100 rent and $65 for bus pass, but I will only do that thru March,,and she knows that. I "pray to God" that she will have a permanent job by then and can start making friends, have things to do and just get out,,, while making her own way.
Tracey, no worries, I feel the same way sometimes and have spoken to her about it.
Seems when you don't have to worry where the $$ comes from, and you always have a roof, home and food, then you get use to it..
I would rather give her some $$ and hopefully she can get it going up there, than her coming back here, just making the situation worse... The people she is staying with are going thru bankruptcy and we didn't know that when she went up there? They didn't tell us, so we didn't know. She has a CD that she can cash in at the end of Mar/Apr and she is going to try and get a car with that.
Thank-you to my Tracker Buddies, you have came thru again for me, it is good for the soul to be able to talk thru things,,, take care!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 12:12 AM
Yea! Yea! Yea! My BFL idol is back on Tracker!!
Hey newbies, if you want some inspiration/motivation/positivity... this lady straight up rocks!!
Welcome back Tracy!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 12:48 PM
Welcome back Tracy!! Your picture looks great. You inspire me.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 12:51 PM
When I grow up I wanna be just like Tracy :D
I love that black bikini, and you look stunning in it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 01:00 PM
Hey Tracy!! When I saw that profile name I just had a feeling it was you! Love that bikini youre wearing Im going to look for one like it-I just love the style of it.
I saw you on the cover of the BFL for Women last night at Borders- Im like showing every one in the store.."see thats my bud Tracy!! it really works...." Just kidding I didnt do that but I did see your pic on the cover and Im so proud to be a part of BFL with you. Lets get this new year off with a bang!! You look fantastic Tracy I cant wait to see how buff youre going to get.
Linne
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (386 posts) at 01:03 PM
Yay...Let's rock 2006!! Great to see all of the gang back!! :) Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (333 posts) at 02:31 PM
I have not failed 10,000 times. I have successfully found 10,000 ways that will not work."
-- Thomas A. Edison
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (28 posts) at 12:46 AM
Yeah, lawyer here. I work at least 70 hours per week. No wonder I'm fat :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (63 posts) at 07:51 PM
Fraud Investigator here...and/or old lady who lives in a shoe...
Always non stop on the go for others...
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (76 posts) at 09:27 PM
MedicalField.
On call..........
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (227 posts) at 06:54 AM
The previous challenges had round dates. 2005 was the only one as I think they were trying out a new format. I just think it helps people to work out their 12 week challenges!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1288 posts) at 08:14 AM
Thanks Miss Trim for answering my question!! This sounds like it will be a lot better, and it will keep everyone motivated!! Thanks again!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (139 posts) at 01:10 PM
Well that's cool. I'll be able to participate in 3 rounds :) And I fully intend to do so! One of my self-commitments is to send in a competitor's packet each time I complete 12 weeks. Just a little accountability.
~Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (797 posts) at 12:06 AM
I did it, so you all have to do it, too. But you can cut your head off, I said so, so it's OK.
Don't hang your head in shame, hide your head altogether. ;-)
We are now exiting the State of Denial.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2128 posts) at 04:48 AM
On new year's eve we had lobster, crab legs shrimp, smoked oysters and other goodies - we all agreed it was the best meal of 2005. The next day we all had McDonald's for supper - we all agreed it was the best meal of 2006!!!!!
I can't and won't be bringing myself to measurements and pics today - it will f*** me up pyschologically forever!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (785 posts) at 06:18 AM
I hated taking those pix and measurements! I'm in the same boat with all of you! But.....here we go!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 06:49 AM
Bulking... ok that's a good way to look at the holidays!...Holy Crap...I DON"T wanna take pics... I'm scared...
Hmmm like K's idea of chopping my head off...maybe that would help with the weight #'s too!!! LMAO
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 09:03 AM
I know I was so scared too then I saw all the others doing it and I was like well if they are doing it I can do it too! Hahhaha.
Yes it kinda forces us to get off the boat on that long river called denial! Here is the deal I would say I ate on diet for about 60-70% of December. My 4 lb weight gain was just from the recent week. Holy Moly! Had I eaten off plan ALL month who knows what kind of damage I could have done! I like to eat! It's funny this morning I had a hard time getting my breakfast down I was still so full from yesterdays pig fest. Uhhh just thinking about it makes me want to vomit! Why doe the word vomit sound so much more dignified than puke? Hmmmm the things I think about....
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 09:50 AM
I did it too, we can all do it! We will RISE TOGETHER!! LOL The shame I felt as I was facing the wall, my hubby with the camera pointed at my butt, He was like "oh, um, thats not too good.." THANKS hon! :P That shame is what dragged that butt to the gym this morning, so I'm using it to my advantage!!! YES!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 07:10 PM
Taco Hell was also a stop for me over the final weekend of 2005! Ill remember now how crappy I felt after I ate that bean and cheese burrito and 2 (yes 2) crispy tacos!!! Thats a real motivator let me tell you!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 12:29 AM
Here's what I do to keep myself on track - set weekly goals. You need Long term and Short term goals, I feel, to really help push yourself. 12 weeks sometimes feel a long ways off (especially at the begining.) But setting a goal to: (for example)
"1. Not miss a workout this week, or
2. To not eat after 10pm "
can keep you focused on the week ahead. It totally helps me...
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (61 posts) at 08:44 AM
You guys are great thank you for all your advice It will help down the road when I start to loose it.
Cheri
Body for Life Forum Message by Pan (34 posts) at 09:02 AM
The body for LIFE challenge is a path of heros, it is definately a challenge.
I am starting week 6 and i fire up my motivation by reading the champions blogs, listening to the audio book of body for LIFE to and from work, looking at the success stories on dvd but most importantly my motivation gets its boost when i read my reasons for wanting to make a change.
God Bless from Cyprus
Pan
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (17 posts) at 09:09 AM
I got sidetracked on my first challenge by a personal trainer at a local gym who insisted I needed to do their approach. It's still my fault, since I listened. This time, there is no one who will sidetrack me! If, after week 12, I'm still not making improvements, then MAYBE I'll listen. But until then, they don't even need to bother talking to me about it!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (13 posts) at 10:40 AM
I am splitting my 12 week challenge (long term goal) into 3 mini challenges (short and mid term goals) Maybe this will help you.
YOU CAN DO IT
Body for Life Forum Message by missylab (10 posts) at 11:01 AM
I like the 3 mini challenges idea, because everytime I think of twelve weeks it seems impossible. At least you can reach a goal a lot faster and them really feel good about it and be motivated to the next mini challenge. I never realized how hard this is going to be. The cardio is a breeze. Weight training is going to have to start small and then gain.
Body for Life Forum Message by buffdaddy (1 posts) at 05:39 AM
OK ITS ON ! Good luck team 6! Stay on track and take care.
Body for Life Forum Message by daisy23 (46 posts) at 08:53 AM
Go team 6!!! It officially starts today right? How is the new year treating ya?
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (346 posts) at 04:32 AM
Nine months from now, my goal is to be contest ready for the Northern Michigan Natural Bodybuilding Figure and Fitness Championships in Saginaw, MI. My trainer thinks I need a year to prep, I want to prove him wrong.
At any rate, this isnt going to be easy (but as you know..anything worthwhile isnt easy)..you think the BFL meal plans are strict? The meal plan I have now is one page long..not 200 plus like the EFL book! LOL One page!!! The most exciting thing on the sheet is sweet potatoes! Oh yeah I forgot, oatmeal! Other than those two things, my carbs come from leafy veggies and broccoli!
The good thing is I can go on autopilot..I told him I dont want to think about things and the way things are laid out..I dont have to put much thought into it..just do it and see the results.
This is the time of year where EVERYONE wants to loose weight. They join a gym, get all the gagets, and go out with a full head of steam...usually new year resolutioners peeter out in three weeks. Don't let yourself become a statistic.
There's something special in the air..can you feel it? Its a new year...how about you make this the LAST TIME you make a resolution to lose weight? Think about it, at this time next year you won't have to because you will have transformed yourself into something you couldnt recongize a year before.
Be better than your best this year, look better than your best, feel better than your best!
GOOOO TIGERS!!
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (368 posts) at 04:41 AM
Good luck Gary and I hope you do prove your trainer wrong.
Gooooo Longhorns!
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (346 posts) at 04:42 AM
just to clarify...TIGERS are baseball :)
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (368 posts) at 04:44 AM
I know, just wishing the Longhorns some luck this Wed. night.
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (346 posts) at 04:55 AM
ahhh
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 06:38 AM
Way to GO Gary !... Great Goals for yourself!!! Looking forward to seeing the progress!
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1380 posts) at 07:33 AM
I'm very excited for you! You give it all you got and then some!!! I know you can do it!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1288 posts) at 08:18 AM
Awesome Gary!!!!! I am so happy and excited for you!!!! You Can Do It!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (61 posts) at 08:33 AM
Gary, You can di it I know you can it sounds like you have it all put together can't wait to see the results for you and everyone.
I will not become statistic this year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Joanna70 (67 posts) at 08:44 AM
What an exciting endeavor you've undertaken!!!
Best of luck.
Joanna
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1532 posts) at 08:45 AM
Go, Gary, Go!!! I know you can do it!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Pan (34 posts) at 08:57 AM
You can do it, like attracts like, think like a winner, act like a winner and you can only draw positive circumstances to you.
Best of Luck
p.s i am so glad i started my challenge 28th of November and did not wait till the new year :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 11:55 AM
GO Gary, GO Gary, get busy, party like it's your birthday. :) You can do this, it's gonna be tough, but nothing worth having comes easy, right?
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 12:44 PM
Mmmm....broccoli.
Way to go, Gary!! Nail this thing with all the power you've got, and when it's running low, we'll help you rev back up!
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (75 posts) at 05:17 AM
Below is another great quote from Kyle Maynard from his book "No Excuses":
"Excuses are simply the way to avoid an obstacle without giving any effort to conquer it. Excuses give us a reason to explain to other people why we are too weak to deal with a particular problem, regardless of the size or importance of the matter."
-Kyle Maynard, Congential amputee (born without any arms or legs below his elbows and knees) who became a champion in Georgia state high school wrestling from his book "No Excuses" Visit his website at www.kmaynard.com
Here's to all of you that are starting a new challenge today. May you finally find that person you have been looking for.
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (56 posts) at 05:55 AM
I know there are a number of people out there starting a challenge today and I would like to just wish you all good luck, however, we all know there isn't much luck involved in this process so GET TO WORK and MAKE IT HAPPEN!
I'm still in C1 until Jan 22, but then I'm joining all of you for my C2 on Jan 23.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (247 posts) at 06:00 AM
Thanks!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (785 posts) at 06:26 AM
I have posted this before, but with the New Year and everyone doing new challenges, I thought it was worth revisiting. I love to read the things on skwigg.com and this is a great one! It is long, but worth it!!!!
Stef :-)
That last 10 pounds or last 5% that just really doesn't seem to want to leave...
This topic is all about that last challenge to get to YOUR ultimate body. How do you make sure that it does it? Read on!!!
Reminders:
- The closer you are to your "optimum" weight / body fat, the harder it will be to get down to that point. :-) Don't let your brain tell you that you are a failure - if it seems hard, it's because it IS! - "In order to loose weight, it's a simple calculation. You must burn more calories than you intake." HOWEVER - this can be misleading. Not all calories are created equal. - We all already know that the "secret" to weight loss is cardio + weight training + nutrition. Most of us think we have a pretty good handle on it, but the more I grip it, the more I learn. - Static is bad. This is true for nutrition, cardio type and weight lifting. In every sense of the term, static really is bad. I'll quote the truism and explore it in each of the sections below - the only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth. :-) - Nature knows more about what we should be eating than man or scientist. :-)
Tips / Tricks / Things: This is my list of things I did in C3 that made for an ~ 8% body fat loss… and I -KNOW- I could have done better if I'd been more focused. :-)
Nutrition:
- No bars or RTDs unless you have NO OTHER choice. Whole foods are best for you, because they require more work from your body - got to love the thermogenic effect. - Refeeding - If your target food zone is ~1400-1600 calories a day, go up to 2200 for one day and down to 1200 the next. I find I eat more on HIIT days, so those are the days I cycle to the higher calories. Make sure you do this within reason. In my example, we want the average to be that 1500 calorie mark. - Find new foods - make sure you aren't in a rut with your food - one of the benefits of the refeeding thing where you are cycling your calories is that some things that aren't in your food range if you're on 1500 calories ARE in it on the higher days. Take advantage of that. It makes it easier to stick with eating clean and you get a variety of tastes, nutrients and vitamins / minerals. - No - and I do mean NO - alcohol for the duration of the challenge. It can screw you up to badly. If you REALLY have to have it for some reason, it's ok; but it will hork your calories for that week and potentially set you back more than it's worth. This is NOT forever. Once you get to the place you want to sustain, you'll be able to add that back in, but while you need a caloric defecit this is an easy and logical place to cut. - Nix or severely restrict free days. I stopped having much of a free day. I have two free meals. Usually within the same 24 hour period. I found that it really cut down on cravings AND means that you don't have to work as hard to make sure you've got the caloric defecit over the course of the week. This is NOT forever. Once you get to the place you want to sustain, you'll be able to add that back in, but while you need a caloric defecit this is an easy and logical place to cut. - Vegetables and Fruit are your friends. Make sure that most of your carbohydrates come from fruit and veg - preferably things like berries, peaches and apples. Try to limit crackers and bread type products in your meals - they sneak sodium in there that you probably don't need. - Fiber, fiber, fiber. And GOOD oils. Make sure you are getting loads of fiber (if you're eating loads of vegetables, you've prolly got this covered.) Flax seed oil is your friend. It's a good oil that helps cut down on cravings and makes sure you've got what you need to break down all that happy healthy food. - Biggest meals first. The later in the day you are (as in closer to bed time, whenever that is for you) the lighter your meals should be. Try for low GI foods like cottage cheese right before bed. It's enough to keep you full; but not enough to weigh you down.
HIIT:
- Rock the body - and rock it HARD! If you think you could keep going - even for 30 more seconds - when you are at the end of the last minute of your cardio, you didn't push it hard enough. There's all kinds of scientific proof that that minute of super intensity is what REALLY ratchets up your metabolism. - Cross-train!!! If running/cycling/biking is killing you, DON'T DO THAT! Get on a treadmill, bike or an elliptical and kick some booty some new way!!!! Make sure that you don't court injury - switch things up, and LISTEN to your body. - Some days, break the habit! One of my habits was that my 10 on the treadmill was a slightly higher incline from the rest of my workout, at 8.5 MPH. Last Sunday I DOUBLED my incline and still went 8.5 MPH. I never thought I could have done it, but I did, and I felt FABULOUS once I cooled down (not to mention super proud of myself for even attempting, let alone completing it) - Find something you can do with a group - it will make you push yourself WAY harder than you can alone. Maybe that's a trainer, or a spinning class, or just a group of friends to go out with. Even if it's only one day a week that you do this, you'll find that it can be extra motivation to dig that little bit harder into your reserves during other training.
Weight Training:
- Slow and steady AND fast and furious. :-) This is another area that switching it up REALLY pays off. Not just switching up your fitness routine every 4 - 6 weeks, but little meso cycles INSIDE your 4- 6 week routine. Maybe use slow for intensity one week (just because you're sick of the routine). Maybe do one day of totally "random" (but pre-planned) routine that isn't what you'll do the rest of the 4-6 week interval - I like to test run the next routine I have planned, so I know if it needs work; AND I get the benefit of changing things up. - Form IS function. Concentrate, concentrate, concentrate. Make sure you can SEE that muscle getting worked, and you KNOW your form is perfect. The better your form, the more concentrated the exercise is on that muscle. That's a GOOD thing for muscle gain. :-) - Long term weight lifting goals - for instance, I want to do an unassisted pull up. That means I have certain muscles I KNOW need to get stronger to accomplish that goal. I can (and do) design my work outs around those muscles and the types of things that make my goal more possible. (For this challenge I was push up girl. I found something like 15 different ways to do push ups. *g*) - Another place the buddy system is your friend. Same as in HIIT - it will make you push yourself WAY harder than you can alone. Maybe that's a trainer, or a spinning class, or just a group of friends to go out with. Even if it's only one day a week that you do this, you'll find that it can be extra motivation to dig that little bit harder into your reserves during other training. - Don't cheat yourself. If you feel like butt and don't want to go, make sure you know why, and how you'll make that time up, but then LET IT GO! If you HATE the idea of going that day, even as you stand in the gym door, or do your first rep, chances are you need to back it off and either do about 50% that day, or don't do it at all, and use that as a free exercise day. Overtraining will make you WAY more likely to LEAP off the wagon for both exercise and food.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (44 posts) at 07:11 AM
Good advice, Stef, thanks for sharing.
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 07:17 AM
Wow Stef Great info... thanks for posting it... Good to remember as we start this year!
Skwigg always has such neat things to read eh? ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1288 posts) at 08:16 AM
Great post and lots of great info!!! Thanks Stef!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 01:05 PM
Thanks Steffie!! Good read. Good luck to you sweetie!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (44 posts) at 07:02 AM
Are you ready to ROCK?
Let's start this challenge out right with good eating, water, and hitting those 10s.
I have everyones beginning stats except for mgbuffgirl. Come on, if your around give me a holler.
I'm ready, I'm ready..................
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (44 posts) at 10:57 AM
Alright! Team #4 is all accounted for!
We are ready to ROCK.
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 07:08 AM
Well gang we've been talking bout this day for some time now.. & It's HEEEEERRRRE!
So ARE YOU READY?? .... it's only 4 something in the AM here in Vancouver but I'm already up !
I just got a phone call that I'm Finally an Auntie for the first time ever.!!! :).. my one & only sister just had a lovely baby boy- something we had thought might not ever happen ... so it's gonna be a date that sticks in MY mind for GOOD!!
Are the rest of you as REVED up as I am???
Are we gonna ROCK this Year or what???
I'm in the middle of making homemade whole wheat bread so that if I IHAVE to have bread...I know what's in it.. ;)
What are YOU doing to start out this GREAT day??
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 07:53 AM
*yawns* I've just finished my first workout for the year at 6.35 am. *yawns again*
This time of the morning should be illegal. Ask me in about 3 weeks. I'll love my morning workouts about then again.
Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (38 posts) at 08:39 AM
I couldn't sleep last night because I was so excited but also worried about whether I can actually do this. I didn't get to sleep until 1:30 - up at 6:00 - my workout is after work though...yes, I have to work today.
Body for Life Forum Message by Joanna70 (67 posts) at 08:41 AM
Yes! Yes I am so ready for this. I'm heading out for a walk now and will do my UBWO mid-morning.
Joanna
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (191 posts) at 09:01 AM
Got my SHIIT in this am, and my abs got worked, drinking water like a mad woman with a serious goal in mind :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 09:07 AM
Getting ready to head to the gym for a KILLER LBWO! And then a relaxed super incline walk for about an hour. Woooty woo! I have to admit I am so looking forward to this!
And yes we are leaving for a funeral in Houston today and I have all my meals packed and ready to go. All my supplements. No reason to mess up or go off track! Also I have my cardio planned out for early AM and a gym staked out in the area! Nope I right on track! It's weird I am full of piss and vinegar now! Ready to kick some butt! Grrrrrrrrr! LOL
BTW congrats Auntie!
-T
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (63 posts) at 09:18 AM
Rocked hard this morning...so excited!!!
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (771 posts) at 09:22 AM
Good luck, everyone!
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 09:42 AM
Workout #1 completed...Got up early and rocked an UBWO and I am DYING for some healthy breakfast!!! I'm turning it on!!
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (386 posts) at 09:50 AM
Congrats on becoming an Auntie!! :0 Oh yeah I am ready. I started yesterday..had an AWESOME UBWO- hit 10's, then threw in some HIIT- hits 10's there too!! And, I ate 100% clean. I am feeling AWESOME!! Happy 2006!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1537 posts) at 10:25 AM
just got dressed for the gym ate clean all day yesterday and drank 3 glasses of water so far today plus I'm drinking a green tea now and once the caffiene hits it's off to the gym.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 11:15 AM
I AM REVED and READY!!!
Up at 5 am completed upper body workout, meals planned, supplements consumed, water being sucked through a straw and I AM PUMPED!!!
Let's DO IT!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (81 posts) at 11:35 AM
Buffy, I know how you feel, already worried. Just take each day, one at a time, or even each meal and do your best. The 3 months will pass regardless of how well we are doing. We can just do our best each day. Try not to cheat yourself out of your workout. You don't want to go to bed disappointed in yourself.
You are going to do just great.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 11:50 AM
Now that I've gotten my first workout done, I'm revved up and getting more excited. We're gonna rock it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:05 PM
Mmmm....egg whites and oatmeal. Anyone know where I can buy a chicken?
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 12:37 PM
Woo hoo, Tracker buds!! We're ROCKIN!!
This morning, I slipped on my hot new red bikini and admired my super-toned bod in the mirror. Then, I stepped out onto the Ledo deck of the cruise ship into the warm sun and felt so alive!!
(Although if you were watching me this morning, what really happened included tugging on tighter-than-normal workout pants, zipping up my full-length down coat, stepping out into the cold and rain, and sloshing my way to the gym feeling a tad groggy.)
VISUALIZATION, BABY!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 01:55 PM
Glad to hear everyone is out ther ROCKIN! Did a great UBWO ..now on to the 110th glass of water!! (ok so it just feels like it) ~lol~ oh ya I'm gonna be going SLOSH by dinner !!
chicken is over here-- for dinner Nicabod!!
Love the Visualization.... Hmmm we're going to be HOT this summer aren't we ALL!?!
YAY TRACKER BUDDIES!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (675 posts) at 01:57 PM
Yep, I'm a ROCKIN!
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (24 posts) at 02:03 PM
Yah!! Great to see all the enthusiasm. Looking forward to kickin' it with ubwo at 5 today!!!
LOVE the visualization!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (8 posts) at 02:13 PM
Congratulations Auntie that is way exciting. Just AAAAAAAAWWWWWWWEEEEEESOMMMMMMMMMEE!!!! upper body workout. I am feeling dead in the arms and I am so excited to see the fat fall off the body. I am doing what I said I would do.
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (13 posts) at 08:13 AM
WOW, I just got some whey protein, phosphagen, and L-glutamine. I finally understand why you need to plan you day. I am adding a goal to the challenge that I officially started today. BECOME MORE ORGANIZED!!!!
MATT
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (843 posts) at 08:15 AM
BB: little cow
Tai-kee: little cow who?
BB: little cow who can't find his water bottle for his first
workout of 2006!!!
Hmmmmm..........BIG BULL thirsty during workout...need water bottle! Tai-keeeeeeeeeee would you know where my water bottle is???
BIG BULL beggin'
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1532 posts) at 08:44 AM
hehehehehe
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (517 posts) at 09:01 AM
BB You are hilarious. Don't ever take a break from us again.
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 09:43 AM
LOL you are a riot!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 09:43 AM
That is TOO FUNNY!!!
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 10:49 AM
ahuh ahuh ahuh, and WHO disappeared completely from the face of the planet so I couldn't pass them a waterbottle huh!
HUH HUH!!
Send me them postage details litte moo.
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (443 posts) at 10:50 AM
I don't get it
Body for Life Forum Message by melissab (348 posts) at 10:52 AM
Oh that's too funny! Never did hear how that turned out... little moo...roflmao
Body for Life Forum Message by Joanna70 (67 posts) at 08:40 AM
I uploaded some on Friday and they're still not on my page. Is that normal? Does it take a few days for them to show up or do I need to resend them?
Thanks,
Joanna
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (44 posts) at 08:51 AM
Joanna,
Something went wrong. They should show up in your profile right away.
Body for Life Forum Message by Pan (34 posts) at 09:05 AM
If they are of a large size and you have dial up it may take upto 5-10 mins for a 2mb picture to upload.
When its done it should take you to a page where it gives you 2 options, i think to return to profile or return to uploading pictures.
Give it another try
God Bless
Pan
Body for Life Forum Message by Joanna70 (67 posts) at 08:42 AM
This is my body. And I can do whatever I want to it. I can push it. Study it. Tweak it. Listen to it. Everybody wants to know what I'm on. What am I on? I'm on my bike busting my ass six hours a day. What are you on?
Lance Armstrong :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 08:56 AM
That is one of my favorites!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (507 posts) at 08:51 AM
There came a time when the risk to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.
-Anais Nin
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 08:57 AM
That is one of my favorite authors.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (771 posts) at 08:58 AM
Love this! Thanks for sharing. :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (386 posts) at 09:51 AM
Thanks Dana-Girl :)- awesome quote. Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (633 posts) at 09:58 AM
Yes, you just see for yourself. It's just awful. I'm back to how I started in C1, if not worse!! Oh, well. It's just more motivation to get my rear in gear. I can't wait to see the results! I already had a healthy breakfast and am ready to kick butt on my LBWO!!! Who's with me???
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (56 posts) at 10:04 AM
What have you done to yourself?!?! You're not that far out of shape and still look great... Besides, you are a pro at this stuff and it will show quickly, once you start back up. By the way.. Welcome back!
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (152 posts) at 10:15 AM
You just slipped a bit. Time to Cowboy up and get back on that bull!
Body for Life Forum Message by melissab (348 posts) at 10:44 AM
For some reason I'm not seeing your new pics?? But I'm sure you look great Brandi! I'm so glad to finally be back at it!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (228 posts) at 10:48 AM
You will do great just get back on the wagon!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:45 PM
Welcome back, Shannette! A lot of former trackers are back. It's nice to see some familiar faces. I ate a healthy breakfast and am fixing to go to the track for some HIIT. So I'm with you, doll.
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 01:16 PM
Im with ya hunny! What took 6 months to accomplish can be wiped out in just a matter of days. The good thing is we are stronger and have a lot of underlying muscle that will burn off the fat a little quicker than the first time...Im committed to pumping the wieght and building the muscle even though Ive got that extra layer or two of fat covering it up. You can do it-we can do it!!
Good luck!!
Linne
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 01:25 PM
YES WE CAN!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (633 posts) at 08:51 PM
Okay, NOW my pics are up. haha. I accidentally deleted them!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (418 posts) at 11:12 PM
My GOSH! How could you have let yourself GO like that!! *smile*
you must be in what...a size 2? tent store...next stop....
*turns around for a butt kickin*
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (374 posts) at 10:37 AM
So excited! My husband Paul is joining me for this challenge! So I can finally throw away all unauthorized food in the kitchen!
Anyone know if there is an official couples challenge this year?
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (228 posts) at 10:49 AM
I think there is, they have had one for the past couple years haven't they?
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1288 posts) at 10:58 AM
Welcome Paul!!!! Yes there will be an official couples challenge this year! It is mentioned in the packet that you download from the BFL web site. You can download packet here:
http://www.bodyforlife.com/challenge/whatis.asp
They have also just posted the 2006 Body-for-LIFE Challenge Round Dates.
http://www.bodyforlife.com/challenge/2006rounds.asp
There will be 6 rounds. The first round can be started no later then January 2, 2006 and finished no later then March 26, 2006! All the dates are at the link I listed!
I wish you both all the best!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (353 posts) at 03:13 PM
Reagiesmom and Reagiesdad...how cute are those names! welcome to your hubby!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (517 posts) at 03:19 PM
Welcome Reagiesdad. It is so nice to have all these couples joining the challenge & tracker.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2876 posts) at 10:47 AM
Sorry, But it's Jan 2 and I just can't make time to chit chat right now, lol, I have to get to the GYM and well you know
GET*HER*DONE!!
Love ya'll, I am serious this time, this is going to be an awesome 12 weeks
talk to ya'll later
Love Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (18 posts) at 11:12 AM
Have an AWESOME workout Linda.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetInShape (44 posts) at 11:16 AM
Go girl! You are an inspiration to many.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2876 posts) at 03:44 PM
WOW!! I had a workout and 1/2 that was my best upper body ever
I did 100 lbs on the butterflu and
105 on the seated row
Finially was able to use 30lbs for my tricep extention
before I couldn't get it up over and behind my head to perform the exercise
I really GOT*HER*DONE TODAY
I am Fired up as Tracy would say
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1288 posts) at 11:08 AM
FYI
The 2006 Body-for-LIFE Challenge Round Dates.
http://www.bodyforlife.com/challenge/2006rounds.asp
There will be 6 rounds. The first round can be started no later then January 2, 2006 and finished no later then March 26, 2006! All the dates are at the link I listed!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Nut-Meg (477 posts) at 11:27 AM
Who
A: slacked off of past challenges
and
B: Is starting fresh TODAY!!
to everyone that i hyped up that i would be starting like two weeks ago....I REALLY did start today! I went to the gym already and everything and it feels great!!
Ready to go make my first BFL approved breakfast- a protein shake!
So who else is starting fresh today???
Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (374 posts) at 11:30 AM
MEEEEEEEEEEE!
I will finish this one strong!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 11:41 AM
/me guiltily raises her hand
Just call me Slackie Tai...
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (149 posts) at 11:45 AM
Slacker Jess checking in SIR! :D
I've been slacking ever since the end of C1, back in April. So now, I am ready to kick it in the ASS! Went to the gym this morning and I feel GOOD -- HUH (little James Brown for ya there, LOL).
I can already tell 2006 is going to be a very, very good year.
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (231 posts) at 12:06 PM
I'm right there with you!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (451 posts) at 12:07 PM
Ooo-oooo-oooo
Pick me Mr Kotter!!
Sorry, wrong show.
I've been a slacker but these days I'm more a refined kind of slacker. I keep telling you I WAS BULKING!!
You should see me "superset" (and up until I knew what that was I thought I was just running late for work!)
Anybody want to write my MA paper on Plato?? I think I've lost my mind.
Love,
Pers
PS and Nut-Meg, it feels good to hurt!! LOL. I might regret saying that tomorrow morning!! Good luck
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (797 posts) at 12:09 PM
Me, too! And I did my workout this a.m. too -- just rolled outta bed and got'er'done. :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:11 PM
Nut-Meg--hurray!! I've been slacking since, oh, week 7 of C1. Which was, like, in MAY for Pete's sake. Yikes. I'm back now, though--I think there's a muscle left under this gelatinous mass somewhere.
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (797 posts) at 12:13 PM
*waves* Hi, Nicabod!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 12:19 PM
:D Hi, Supa K! Missed you, kiddo!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1001 posts) at 12:28 PM
WAYYYYYYYY GUILTY! So whey guilty lol... But I am back full of fire and determination. The best part is there is no more flippin HOLIDAYS!!!!
Hmmmm my typo "whey"thats too funny maybe I have whey protein on the mind! LOL.
-T
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 05:26 PM
Slacker deluxe over here!! But thats it, I am so focused on this, My hubby is already whining about not gettin enough computer time and lovin', so I know I am FOCUSED on this challenge. I LOVE all the great vibe and inspiration around here! Good to see ya back Nut-meg and Nicabod!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (23 posts) at 05:44 PM
Hiya, jamber! When is your 10k? Mine's April 9.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1665 posts) at 06:05 PM
Persephone, I like that term 'bulking'... Ya... that sounds good! I wasn't gaining weight I was ust bulking up a little early!
Anyway, I started C5 today and I've never been more determined! I think I figured out what was happening medically that caused me so much trouble the last few months and the adjustments to my hormone medications seem to be doing the trick...
So let's roll gang!!!
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (928 posts) at 06:19 PM
Nicabod,
I want to run in the Thanksgiving one, but I may do a little research and find one sooner. I'll let you know!
Body for Life Forum Message by Godzillas_Girlfriend (421 posts) at 06:24 PM
Feels good to be back! I srated today as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2129 posts) at 06:41 PM
I did as well, just got finished with taking a walk with my son, I was rocking out with my IPOD and he was a riding!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (134 posts) at 07:03 PM
Slacker Tonya reporting in......Well since I slacked off during my unfinished C2, I can't complain about needing a break. So heres to an amazing C3!!!!!
And since we all stopped slacking at the same time, we'll all be fabulously fine this summer.
Oh yeah I am so ready!!!! BRING IT BABY!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kelly (5 posts) at 07:10 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by Kelly (5 posts) at 07:16 PM
Opps!! Sent message without message! I am definatly on the slacker list, until this morning that is!!!! I am back on track and have a new focus!!! I have to say...T~N~T you are my inspiration!!!!! I've seen your before and after photos and you look great!! Good luck to everyone just starting!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (61 posts) at 07:35 PM
Me too started today felt great!
Cheri
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (702 posts) at 08:31 PM
Slacker girl extrodinaire here! **waves hand ..then puts down quickly fearing flab is waving too!**
SOO glad to be back to feeling HYPED about this!
Glad to see you back girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by Combat Bottle (1 posts) at 08:34 PM
Okay...me too...BUT, followed my meal plan today, as well as my scheduled UBWO and, as they say in show biz, Day One is in the can!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nut-Meg (477 posts) at 08:36 PM
Well its good to see some old friends and new ones too in the same boat! we're gonna all kick ass together I hope!! Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by J Parker (73 posts) at 08:41 PM
This is actually day one of week 12 of my first challenge, and day one of my 4 week mini challenge here on tracker.
I want to end this one strong. The holidays got slightly in the way. On to challenge 2.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1001 posts) at 12:20 PM
I was trying to get Julie into our monthly top 20, but tracker says I already voted for her, which I did many moons ago. I thought 5 votes per month ( knowing you can vote twice for any single member ) but I thought the slate was wiped clean each month.
Any thoughts or input?
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 12:28 PM
I tried to vote for someone last night, and the same thing happened with me. Maybe this is a feature our webmaster has control over and hasn't yet fixed it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (333 posts) at 12:38 PM
I just came across this in the FAQ's
Q: Why am I limited to 5 votes for the top profiles and why can I not for the same person more than once?
A: Voting is limited to 5 votes per month and never for the same person twice to force you to vote for new people rather than using your limited votes on the same ones repeatedly. If profiles deserve votes, they will get it from new members and those who haven't voted yet. Votes need to be a valuable thing, not something you can give to as many people over and over as you want. If you want someone else to get more votes because they've been doing well, you should do something like post a message saying what great results someone has got and that people should vote for them.
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1119 posts) at 12:46 PM
I have ran across the same thing. It is good to see new faces/bodies in there though.
Plus alot of people don't evne know about the voting OR the Karma which I use both of them.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 01:38 PM
Well. Alrighty then.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1001 posts) at 02:50 PM
Thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (231 posts) at 12:37 PM
Does anyone know how to place pictures side by side so I can up load it to the site.
Week one pic next to week 12 pic, do you know what I mean?
Any help would be very much apprciated!
Norm
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 12:38 PM
I use an image editing program such as Microsoft Image Composer, Photoeditor etc.
Then basically you just put them side by side and save them that way :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (476 posts) at 12:41 PM
Is that software you have to buy, or is it something you can download for free?
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (480 posts) at 01:03 PM
You probably need to buy some photo editing software. I use photshop but that is a more professional program-their are more economical ways to go, I recommend going to your local software retailer and find a basic photo editing program. If you need more help PM me and Ill be happy to help you!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2376 posts) at 01:04 PM
I'm sure you could find something for free or even a trial.
Try a site like http://www.download.com or www.tucows.com and look for a free image editor.
There's always options available :D
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (139 posts) at 01:00 PM
First the good: I started Challenge #2 today. And it felt sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo good! Had an awesome UBWO this morning and really pushed myself well. I had to chuckle a little at the sheer number of people at the gym today. Holy New Year's Resolutions Batman!!! I sincerely wish them all the best. I'm sad thinking about the fact that a mere percentage will keep it up long-term. I however am in it for the long haul. I've done this once. I can definintely do it again! And I'm so pumped for this challenge!
The bad: Three weeks *REALLY* off program did some major damage. I know scale weight isn't a very good guage of where you stand, but it's a measurement I have to use and the scale was NOT nice to me today. I weighed in at 267. That's FOURTEEN pounds higher than my C1 ending weight 3 weeks ago. That's freaking scary, not just bad. I was flat-on-my-back sick for a week and a half and not able to workout. I wish that was my only excuse. I also ate like a complete pig for