Mike that is too funny I did not care for Fight Club so much either maybe this is why I thought of the rules and connected them to Free day lol..... This ones for you DG just missing the 2 plates LOL:
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (433 posts) at 04:14 PM
I use mine all the time. The only thing I've heard bad about them is that they tend to overblend at times. (like for salsa) I haven't had that problem yet, as I use it mostly for shakes.
Mine came with two sizes of cups, so I just use the big one all the time. So far, no problemos.
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 05:57 PM
I go one and love it but the canister is somewhat small, do they make larger ones?
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (605 posts) at 07:40 AM
That’s the ticket!! Keep that commitment to yourself. Completing your workout on one of those days when you don’t want to do so is a hurdle that must be cleared… and you DID IT!
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (376 posts) at 08:11 AM
Woohoo GO PK
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (605 posts) at 07:37 AM
I did before and after blood tests. My before results were enough to scare anyone! Triglycerides, cholesterol and a whole bunch of other things were out of acceptable ranges. My after results were great. So, stick with the program and your next results will be a wonderful surprise for you and your doc.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (643 posts) at 12:39 PM
my arms are so big (and I hate it) that I certainly DON'T flex! =)
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 05:58 PM
Tonee made a good point if you are trying to put muscle on then flex if you are trying to loose fat then go unflexed. Just stay consistent.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dick (7 posts) at 11:29 PM
Thank, Tonee, I liked your suggestion so when I took my weekly measurements, I flexed them and as suggested I made a note and will stay consistent. Thanks to all, Dick
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (605 posts) at 07:34 AM
If it truly concerns you, contact a doctor. Personally, I wouldn’t be overly concerned. Sprinting for 60 seconds will definitively get one’s heart a pumpin’! How long did it take for you to recover? If your recovery time seems excessive, then I’d be concerned.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (408 posts) at 07:51 AM
How did you determine your max HR? Unless you did it from a formula starting with your resting HR in the morning, it may be inacurate. The method of subtracting your age from a certain number is only an estimate.
Also, I always use my own HR monitor- somrtimes the one on the machine will be 184 or 199 but my wrist monitor says the correct #, usually in the 160's. Sometimes the machine one wacks out and gives a wrong reading, so if it ever seems wrong, do it again.
Finally, it is OK to be close to max for your 10's. My 10's are always about 174. It would be hard for me to go longer than a minute at that pace, but it is OK as long as you feel good! If you're in good enough shape to be sprinting on the treadmill for your 10's you are probably OK. Go with your gut- percieved exertion!
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (871 posts) at 08:22 AM
Ive had my HR up to 190 before on the treadmill. Im still alive...barely :)
Body for Life Forum Message by SuzyQ (13 posts) at 08:35 AM
Quote from personal trainer, Dan the Man, "If you face isn't red, it's not cardio."
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (198 posts) at 09:13 AM
I know when you do your HIIT you are suppose to wait a least 1 hr before eating your meal, but what is the max amount of time?? Is 1.5 hours too long?? ALSO.. how long do you all wait to eat on lifting days??
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 12:22 PM
I wait an hour but I've gone 40 mins or I've gone 1.5 hours. But with lifting I might have a few mouthfuls of something but I always eat immediately after!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (198 posts) at 12:27 PM
thank you for answering!!! Anyone else?
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (183 posts) at 12:46 PM
I don't know if there is a max per say but you need to get something in your system within a reasonable time so you don't burn up your muscle too. An hour and half on occasion shouldn't hurt anything. I also eat right after a weight workout....body needs the fuel to recover!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 05:56 PM
I agree with shelly, I wait an hr after cardio (too much longer and you will burn your hard earned lean muscle). I eat right after a weight session to fuel the body!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennae32 (1 posts) at 10:53 AM
Do you all count calories / carbs and protein grams?
I just joined this site, and noticed when I put my food in it asks for calories, and it asks how many Portions of each category it is.... but how do I know?
Do so many grams of carbs make it a portion ?
and so many grams of protein make it a protein portion?
how do I figure this out?
THanks for the help -
Jennae
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 06:00 PM
Jeannae just use portion sizes, I have found that calorie counting can really hinder your progress maybe do this after a few challenges when you are more advanced. Use your fist to measure a size of carbs and your palm to measure your protein. Also don't forget your vegies!
Body for Life Forum Message by pk-rn (43 posts) at 07:13 PM
I just finished week 2 and I actually gained a pound. I have been religiously eating and exercising strictly by BFL Book. Anyone have the same experience?
Body for Life Forum Message by hogken (17 posts) at 07:44 PM
yes, it is common, but you will level out soon. could be replaced fat with more muscle.
Body for Life Forum Message by steffvl (2 posts) at 08:52 PM
pk-rn said:
I just finished week 2 and I actually gained a pound. I have been religiously eating and exercising strictly by BFL Book. Anyone have the same experience?
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 05:48 PM
Stepor, that's what you call marketing or an attempt at it.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 04:54 PM
GKK, the amount that you need depends on your lean body mass. A woman that weighs under 150lbs would only need two servings daily while you probably would benefit more from three. It is best to take right after your workout but I saw good results taking it an hour before and immediately after. Obviously EAS would like it if you too 10-20 servings a day :)
Body for Life Forum Message by fjcastro (3 posts) at 10:45 AM
I've read that some whey protein right after a strength training session will help your body feast on something other than your muscle tissue. "When the body needs energy, it metabolizes glycogen, then fat, then protein. If one isn't fast enough, it goes down the list. But if it's going to feed on protein, you want it to go after something other than muscle tissue." - http://www.hussmanfitness.org/html/TLRagingMetab.html
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1574 posts) at 11:04 AM
The body (muscles) need protien. The faster you can get the protien into your muscles the better. Whey protien (which is what most powders are made from) is the easiest absorbed protien source. Plus protien uses more energy to be burned than carbs or fats. It has a thermogenic effect which helps burn fat. Protien is the single most important macro-nutrient there is to anyone that's trying to lose fat or gain muscle.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1574 posts) at 11:05 AM
Oh and it also makes you feel "fuller" longer.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 04:57 PM
The best thing you can take is a stack containing Asprin, Caffeine and Ephedrine. This is the only thing proven to give extreme results. Some people hesitate about the ephedrine but the ban is lifted and it is safe if taken right and if you are in good health. You may want to check with your Dr. first. Ephedrine is in almost all of the prescription meds to help in fat loss.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 05:45 PM
I wouldn't think that you would need a potassium supplement. If your concerned throw a banana a day in your regimine.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (702 posts) at 08:11 PM
Are you taking a multi-vitamin already? If so, it should have potassium in it. The cottage cheese and yogurt also have potassium if you eat those two foods as well. If your staple foods contain potassium, as well as your vitamins/supplements, then you should be ok. If you are really concerned, think about having your doc run bloodwork on your iron, potassium and sugar levels to make sure you are getting enough of everything.
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (166 posts) at 07:34 AM
You should be fine. Only reccomendation is on thermo-d. Start with ONE pill before workout, and ONE pill before a meal.
If you feel buring in your stomach, drink more water. Thermogenics are tricky things. You do need to give yourself time to adapt to them.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 04:55 PM
I agree, you can start all of these supps at the same time but you may feel a little different (stomach, sometime dizziness). Make sure you drink plenty of water with these.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (236 posts) at 05:37 PM
Bill Phillips recommends in the book that someone doing this for the first time just use Myoplex the first time out. He says no other supplements are needed. He also wrote several articles about fat burners, saying that at best they might make a pound or two difference over the 12 weeks--and this was back when they were really fat burners, because they had ephedra in them! The ingredients in all the OTC fat burners are nearly the same, a stack of some type of aspirin precursor such as willow bar, a buttload of caffeine in various forms, and an appetite suppressor such as bitter orange or bitter melon, and to make all this look sexier they often use the latin root names for these herbs. Bitter orange for example is often listed as citrus aurentium. Do what you want, but it might be that you're taking a lot of stuff for which little results will be accomplished, other than the weight lost in the billfold.
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 06:37 PM
I don't take lots of supplements, and what Bill Phillips said about fat burners making only a couple of pounds difference may be correct, but I have tried BFL with and without fat burners and I definitely do better WITH. ('Course I prefer the ephedrine ones from the good ol' days.) But I find that I need the appetite suppresant badly, and for ME, it makes a difference. I also like the energy kick it gives me. I notice a difference when I don't take them.
I also prefer taking creatine, but some is better than others. I notice a huge difference in recovery time and strength when I use it.
I've tried lots of other supplements too (I'd hate to think of all the money I've spent over the years), but these are the only two I think are well worth the effort and price.
I adore Myoplex, and I use it - but it just doesn't seem like a "supplement" to me - it's a meal replacement...and a handy-dandy one at that! I love drinking something that's GREAT for me and feeling like I'm splurging!
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by emKse (61 posts) at 09:31 PM
does this mean thermodynamX isnt all its supposedly cracked up to be? thats sad:(...
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (69 posts) at 08:36 AM
I have a question for anyone who know... I'm debating adding Thermo DynamX to my daily routine but I don't know anything about it... I'm sure it is not like the other products that were on the market that didn't fair so well with the Food and Drug administration because they were killing people. Does anyone know of any safety issues concerning Thermo DynamX? The positive feedback i've heard about Thermo Dynamx sounds like it would be a great benefit to my daily workout and overall energy. Any input on this issue would be greatly appreciated.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1329 posts) at 08:58 AM
Hi Ed, I used ThermoDynamX during my challenge with no problem. Try starting with a low dose at first and see how you do, and then gradually increase to the recommended dose. I wish you all the best!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (69 posts) at 09:17 AM
Thanks Sylvia.. I'll give it a try...
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 01:39 PM
The stuff that was supposedly killing people was ephedra IIRC, and it's pretty much disappeared. I actually think it's banned, so no worries about that stuff :)
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by She Bear (52 posts) at 02:04 PM
I take one pill and that is it. It definately give you energy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (114 posts) at 02:13 PM
what is it and what is it meant to do?? Does it really work?
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 03:17 PM
it is basically caffeine. I take one, but it does nothing that I really notice. But I don't crave my diet cokes either, so many it helps. I don't notice it helping with energy that much.
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (501 posts) at 03:20 PM
It makes me super bitchy but the only ones that seems to bother is my family.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 04:47 PM
Hi Ed, Ephedrine was the drug that the FDA banned. The ban has actually been lifted and you can get it online now. As to say it killed people is up for debate, it was abused by many young people as a recreational drug to stay awake. I do not use ephendrine but it is one of the only herbs that is proven to drastically decrease your bodyfat. Make sure you don't have a heart condition before taking any of these fat burners and be sure to take them in the AM so you can sleep also drink plenty of water because they will dehydrate you. Good luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (72 posts) at 10:08 AM
I know it's been asked before but I can't find it :(
Where is the best place to buy your supplements for the best price?
I haven't used anything yet but am interested in the Betagen & CLA.
Thanks!!
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (605 posts) at 11:02 AM
From an older thread. It’s a pretty good list for those that like to surf the Internet before buying.
www.vitaglo.com
www.vitaminshoppe.com
www.dpsnutrition.com
www.performancenutritionals.com
www.fitrx.com
www.netrition.com
www.wholesalersuperstore.com
www.saveonsuppliments.com
www.fithq.com
www.affordablesupplements.com
www.a1supplements.com
www.bodybuilding.com
www.wholesalesupplementstore.com
www.supplementwholesaler.com
www.nutritionexpress.com
www.cheapsupplements.com
www.supplementwholesaler.com
www.kentnutrition.com
www.BulkNutrition.com
www.nutritionexpress.com
Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (72 posts) at 11:28 AM
Wow!! Thanks TJ :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 04:49 PM
Ebay can be pretty cheap also, people that couldn't keep up their routine are very often on there selling their stash.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 03:19 PM
With those of you who have complained it is to thick and yadda yadda maybe this could help you guys out with enjoying it a little more. I have been doing this just to mix it up every now and then:
Pour packet into a bowl. Add a little water at a time mixng it until it becomes the consistency of frosting. But wait before you dive in add some Hershey's cocoa ( I use the Special Dark) powder with some splenda to taste. Mix up and eat kinda like pudding. I am not kidding it should look like frosting.
This way your Myoplex's get used and maybe you actually get to enjoy them. ;-) Hope this helps ;-)
-T
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 04:48 PM
Thats a good idea, I also mix in Sugar free pudding powder
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (236 posts) at 05:27 PM
The best bet is to just add 4 ice cubes and 6 more ounces of water than called for in the package. Mix the ice and water in a blender and then pour in the myoplex while the blender is running. No concrete in the corners, no cake batter consistency, and great flavor along with easy cleanup.
Body for Life Forum Message by gonnabeahottie (26 posts) at 06:30 AM
I've been booked for months and let me tell you, that itinerary hanging by my computer at work is more motivation then anything else could possibly give!! I can't WAIT to see what my body looks like in June, and I am so anxious to get on that cruise!
tc - I'm going alone, and my roommate is too. We found each other through Jerry's website. If you can't find one that way, Cam can help too!! We have an inside cabin and the total cost is around $600. It's a little more then if you booked the cruise through Royal Caribbean, but that's because you get lots of "perks" with booking as a BFLer.
I'm PSYCHED to get the chance to meet lots of awesome people! Think of all the motivation to be gained on this cruise.. talking to former champions, working out together, meeting lots of new friends. It's like creating a large network of people around you so that you keep BFL for life.
It's going to be awesome! I'm convinced that 2006 is going to be a great year!!
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (605 posts) at 01:27 PM
Well, I finally got a hold of Cam and have reservations for the cruise. So, I guess we’ll see y’all there!
TJ
Body for Life Forum Message by Dick (7 posts) at 12:08 AM
We have are tickets and will be arriving Thur, just look for the old man with very little hair. And be sure and ask me if I have my GOALS in my pocket. Thanks for all the support I have received. If you need help my picture and profile are posted. You all make me feel young.
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (803 posts) at 04:44 AM
May 28th~~True Gemini!
Definitely have an evil twin :-)
Stef
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 06:08 AM
Feb 5- aquarius
I don't know if I fit the "mold" or not. I don't remember what I'm supposed to be like....ha!
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (233 posts) at 07:18 AM
Dreamcatcher, did you get my email??
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (12 posts) at 08:12 AM
GetNFit said:
November 11, Veteran's Day, Scorpio...and Im not vindictive!!!
This is only the coolest B-day out there. Especially, since its mine, too.
This is soooooo me:
"A mature Scorpio has a built-in detector which can tell when the truth is not being lived, both by oneself and by other people. This can make life very uncomfortable, as you know when those around you are not being completely honest. The chances are they are not being deliberately false, it's just that they cannot see the truth beneath the surface of things as clearly as you can. Therefore a Scorpio has to learn acceptance and understanding, as well as trying to sense how far to go in challenging the falsehood, how much the other person is able to accept about himself or herself. Compatibility with others may not come easily."
Taken from:
http://www.astrology-chart.co.uk/scorpio.htm
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (871 posts) at 08:28 AM
Daaang Girl, lol @ the great famine of 2005! Poor little fishies.
As far as hearty fish go, you are almost always going to lose fish in the beginning unless you "cycle" your tank without fish. This is also refered to as new tank syndrome. In a nutshell, you dont have enough beneficial bacteria in the tank to turn the ammonia into nitrites into nitrates. Ammonia and nitrites are very deadly to fish. The whole process takes about 6 weeks give or take a few weeks.
If you want to read more on this, I suggest you read this article on my favorite fish BB. Its a lot of info. If you have any questions feel free to PM me.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 06:20 PM
I though these were humorous, I got them off of another website and I don't dislike Canadians. My Father is from Canada so don't get mad at me, they were just funny
1)What the heck was Canada doing during all the World Wars??
You could conquer them with an unsharpened pencil!!
2) If Canada likes hockey so much, then why does the U.S. have all the NHL teams??
And all the Canada teams SUCK.
here are some of them:
TORONTO MAPLE LEAFS- Isn't the plural of leave leaves? You stupid "Leafs" cheated, you know the Isles would of beaten you in the first round of the playoffs....
OTTAWA SENATORS- Quit booing Yashin already!! All of you ottawa losers are jelous because he's on the Islanders now, not your team
MONTREAL CANADIANS- The name says it all
3) What's up with Canada schools!!! they have to go to school until grade 13th!! School for kids in Canada must SUCK!!
4) THE MONTREAL EXPOS-
If you're gonna be a minor league team, play in the minors.
5) Seriously, How many jokes do you hear about Canada? that, in itself is proof to me.
6) They separate us from alaska, which is our own
7) They always get their coins stuck in our vending machines
8) We got our independence the proper way, through a bloody revolution, not by just having it handed to us.
9) Do you see pictures of British royalty on our money?
10) We have the majestic bald eagle. They have loons and geese.
11) We don't care anymore about the war of 1812. Besides, they were still a colony then. THEY weren't the ones that "kicked us out."
12) Our flag represents our country through symbolism. The Canadian flag, showing the maple leaf, only says "Watch out for us! We'll dry up and blow away!!!" How frightening indeed.
13) Our country is NOT half-ice.
14) We have four seasons : spring, summer, fall, and winter. Canada has two : Winter and July.
15) They delay the start of every professional game with "oh Canada"
16) They have two languages, they should choose one and stick with it
17)A Canadian team hasen't won the Stanley Cup since 1993. Didn't hockey originate in Canada?
Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (232 posts) at 10:15 AM
I just started a new blog...I was terrible at updating my old one. I love reading everyone's blogs...it makes me feel like we're all "talking" like good friends!
Oh, and if you click on the house icon under my post, you can see what I've been up to!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (702 posts) at 12:07 AM
Happy Birthday Sylvia! Hope you have a wonderful birthday! And you're looking HOT!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (255 posts) at 12:10 AM
I second that! You go girl! Happy birthday!
Karen
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 12:12 AM
Oh yeah....have a GREAT birthday!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (469 posts) at 03:27 AM
Many Happy Returns!!
Love (and hugs!!),
Persephone
PS Nicely spotted DreamCatcher!
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (118 posts) at 03:58 AM
Happy Birthday Sylvia! Hope you have a fantastic day!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 04:11 AM
Happy Birthday!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Pan (36 posts) at 06:15 AM
H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y !!
God Bless from Cyprus
Pan
Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (32 posts) at 09:26 AM
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday to you,
Happy Birthday Dear Sylvia...
May God Bless You!!!
Have a GREAT one...you DESERVE IT!!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (549 posts) at 09:38 AM
Happy B-day. Hope it's a good one.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kathcandu (195 posts) at 09:49 AM
It's your birthday!
It's your birthday!
Whoop whoop!
Hope it's the best ever!
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (105 posts) at 09:50 AM
Happy Birthday Sylvia! Congratulations on getting younger this year :)
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 09:54 AM
Happy Birthday Ms. Cookie!!!!!!!! Hope you have a wonderful day and you are treated like a princess!!!!
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (544 posts) at 10:00 AM
Go Cookie...its yo Bithday!!!
Gunna PARTY like its Yo Birthday!!
Have an extra Myoplex for me today Birthday Girl!!!
Best wishes for a phenomenal year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (643 posts) at 10:03 AM
Happy Birthday...you look AWESOME!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:04 AM
Have Great Day Sylvia!!! You deserve it!!
hugs
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (117 posts) at 10:20 AM
Happy Birthday, HOT LADY!!!
Hope its a great one!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (156 posts) at 11:12 AM
Happy Birthday!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (535 posts) at 11:24 AM
Lookin' good! Have the happiest of days - and cheers to a terrific year ahead!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by michaeld925 (31 posts) at 11:38 AM
Happy Birthday...how old now?...21...22 Im guessing by your pictures :)..........best wishes
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (62 posts) at 11:52 AM
Sylvia:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
~Debbie
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1329 posts) at 12:22 PM
Thank you all so very much for all the warm and wonderful birthday wishes!!!! I love you all!!!!
Love & Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (162 posts) at 02:51 PM
Happy Birthday Sylvia!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 03:08 PM
DreamCatcher said:
Happy Birthday Sylvia! Hope you have a wonderful birthday! And you're looking HOT!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 03:09 PM
wow, i see i did that wrong. sorry. Must be the chocolate and appletini withdrawal
Have a wonderful birthday. Hope you saved free day for today ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (501 posts) at 03:23 PM
Happy Bday Cookie!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (14 posts) at 03:24 PM
Happy Birthday!
By the way, I'm still amazed at your awesome transformation. Looks like we have the same build, so I know what I'm shooting for.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1329 posts) at 03:55 PM
Thank you all again!!! You All are the greatest!!!!!! I love you all!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1034 posts) at 07:20 PM
Hey S,
Very Happy Birthday to You!
The way you are looking, I'm gonna include you in the 40 plus club, and maybe even the 40 minus club if you keep that up :)
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by wdrew (261 posts) at 12:26 AM
I'm making a business trip to Dallas this week, and I know it's extreamly late notice, but unless plans change I have Thursday night free as everyone else on the trip was given a flight out of Dalls on Thursday, but I'm not leaving until Friday. So if there are any BFLers in Dallas that want to get together for a night of heavy water drinking, I'd enjoy meeting any of you. Just reply on here, or leave me a PM. I'll check in during the week.
And I must state that this trip will in no way or form knock me off track. I had an absolutly fantastic BFL week last week, and I have packed a buncha RTD's and bars to eat on our many breaks during our meetings. I have also packed my workout clothes so I can workout each day. I just hope they won't mind 45 bathroom breaks each meeting.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 01:06 PM
#1 - The first rule of Free Day is, you do not talk about Free Day.
#2 - The second rule of Free Day is, you DO NOT talk about Free Day.
#3 - If someone says stop, goes limp, taps out, the Free Day is OVER.
#4 - Two meals at a time.
#5 - One pint at a time.
#6 - No forks, No Knives.
#7 - Free Day will go on as long as it has to on that Day.
#8 - If this is your first Day of Free Day, you have to EAT.
OK so I stole this from fight club but thought I would come up with my own version for Monday most peoples post Free Day. Hope everyones week is off to a GREAT start. Now remember Rules 1 & 2 throughout the week LMAO.
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (376 posts) at 01:10 PM
Free what?
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (236 posts) at 01:34 PM
I hated Fight Club! Maybe that's why I hate free days? Actually, I think free day is much like that scene out of Pinnochio where he ends up on pleasure island, smoking cigars, and growing the ears and tail of a jackass!
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 01:38 PM
ROFL!!! too funny! I got a visual of someone sitting at a table with a beer in one hand and two plates in front of them, ready to chow on the count of three. And I have had to tap out of free day before! LOL!
What IS it about that day that sends people into shear (or is it sheer?)panic?? Oh the brainwashing we've had....
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 01:59 PM
Mike that is too funny I did not care for Fight Club so much either maybe this is why I thought of the rules and connected them to Free day lol.....
This ones for you DG just missing the 2 plates LOL:
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (90 posts) at 02:03 PM
WARNING!! WARNING!! WARNING!!
DO NOT drink your myoplex shake and look at the above picture or you will be cleaning myoplex off of your computer screen.
I laughed so hard!
You have been warned.
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by She Bear (52 posts) at 02:19 PM
What happens on freeday stays on free day........
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 02:42 PM
I have no idea what you are talking about (wink wink)
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (162 posts) at 02:49 PM
ROFLMAO.....................still laughing...........
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 02:51 PM
When does free day start?
When does free day end?
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 02:57 PM
I don't know ask the cat? LMAO
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (21 posts) at 03:07 PM
I tried to tap out on free day .... and it kept on ... errr ,wait ....
what's free day ?
lol :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (501 posts) at 03:25 PM
too many rules.
I vote for free week and cupcake buffets.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 04:34 PM
Cupcake buffets LOL - all chocolate with yellow icing, pink icing, purple icing, blue icing, with sparkly sprinkles on top and sugar covered "Flowers" in those pretty cupcake wrappers all stacked up on those 3 tier cake stands. Hmmmmm, I think one cake stand full per person.
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (10 posts) at 04:42 PM
I need those rules on a t-shirt.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 06:04 PM
Thats pretty damn funny
Body for Life Forum Message by Success (32 posts) at 02:47 PM
Girl, I just had to give you PROPS for the fantastic job you are doing. You are my inspiration to keep going.
KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK, YOUR ON YOUR WAY TO A HEALTHY NEW YOU!!!
***take care of you***
Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (149 posts) at 02:57 PM
Renee.... you are wonderful!!! I love you!! You just totally made my day :) I've never seen my name as a subject title before LOL.
One of my biggest goals is to inspire others who are conquering major weight issues. It's something I've always dealt with, half-heartedly attempted to battle and given in to. It took me a long time to actually commit to change. I'm really, REALLY done with obesity!!! I want to be the next Mina Hobbi and then some ;)
Honestly though, you've made my day. THANK YOU!!!! ~Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (82 posts) at 03:02 PM
Hi Ang,
You're doing great!!! Your last challenge was inspiration for me to get my butt into gear & stick with it!
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 03:11 PM
Ang, you look gorgious girl!!!!! Youre gunna be one little hottie in that bikini before you know it! Keep it up!!!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (236 posts) at 05:52 PM
Take a look at my profile and you'll see something shocking. Not the regular photos in challenge 2, actually they are improving. However, I have been using the side photo entry to post some different types of photos.
Lately I've been wondering who was posting on the tracker using my screen name when I was gone, so I installed a surveillance camera to try to figure that out.
Well, just check the side photo on week 2 and you'll see who the culprit is! You just never know who your friends really are, do you?
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 06:03 PM
way to go mike or should i say milli
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 06:04 PM
So there is the brains behind all those witty posts? Aha! ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kela (125 posts) at 06:05 PM
Cute doggie!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (535 posts) at 07:50 PM
Damn...you really bulk out nicely! Looks like you work so hard at it that Millie's exhausted!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (702 posts) at 07:53 PM
lol. Too funny Mike!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:43 PM
Very Cute!! Tee hee on both of you!
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 07:03 PM
I have my first glimpse of a date for when my husband comes home from Iraq! He's supposed to leave there in mid-February. It will be the end of a whole year with him over there. And it's almost OVER!!Schweet!!!
OK, in reality, I know not to count on the actual date. It's kinda like a due date when you're pregnant. The baby rarely comes ON your due date, but if that day comes and goes, it SUCKS!
Oh well, it's the best I have to go on for now! At least they are more organized than when he left and came back two years ago. (To their credit, Aaron was one of the ones there when the things kicked off, nobody knew what to expect) But still, it was like... "OK, let's go! No, it will be next month. No wait, it won't be for another week. (the next day) OK we're leaving tonight." No kidding, that's how it happened. About the same for them returning. Bleh. This time is a LOT more organized (they've had a lot more practice shipping guys back and forth..lol) so maybe the return date will be more reliable. One can hope :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 07:12 PM
Holy sheet, that must be exciting for you; thats an awful long time. Have you not seen him since he left? Has he been home at all?
Mid February huh? Valentine's Day! How romantic - get yourself a real purdy flowery dress and run into his arms in slow motion just like in the movies!!!! (oh, and don't be pregnant, that wouldn't be good. Gaaawwwddd what an awful thing to say LOL - just joshing ya)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1034 posts) at 07:22 PM
Good lord, a whole year?
Have a great time, and pass along appreciation for his sacrifices ( and yours too )
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 08:19 PM
Oh man I bet you are excited! A whole year yowzers! My hats are off to the wives of military men! I am so happy for you girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (1656 posts) at 08:23 PM
Oh my gosh, that is SUCH a long time. I am so happy for you that he's coming home!!!! xo
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (63 posts) at 08:27 PM
Welcome home Mr. DG!!! I'm so excited for you Mrs. DG. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 09:07 PM
Thanks guys! You know what I miss the most about him being home??
Shuttling the kids to karate! Taking out the trash! Feeding the dog! Mowing the lawn! LOL
Don't get me wrong, of course I miss HIM, but SHEESH.... I'm so ready for some back-up! I know he's ready to just start walking now..lol. The time has passed quicker for me since I hardly seem to find time to blink. I know it has been harder on him, being away from all of us here. It will be nice to have him planted for a while again :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:40 PM
Oh Hon that is SOOOOOO WONDERFUL !! I'm excited just thinking of it!
& hey... you forgot to metion help with the bathroom projects too! LOL~
how'd that turn out btw?? ;)
Hugs
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 10:56 AM
OMG, I had eaten these back when i attempted South Beach and totally forgot about them, they are soooooooooo good. Yummy. Wow, can't wait to go home and make some. Thanks for the post
Body for Life Forum Message by Linne (492 posts) at 10:54 PM
Thanks Steffie!! Im maken em tomorrow!!
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 02:41 PM
This is exactly hwo I learned boil eggs from grandma who never had one cracked egg while boiling them. she did this to cut down on (1) eggs goign from extreme cold to hot and (2) no bouncing around for 15 minutes into each other. And yes, they come otu perfect like this, just the right yolk. Uh oh, that's right, no yolks for us right now.
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (14 posts) at 03:18 PM
I do it per Hot Body's method also, but I got in from Rachel Ray.
One thing I do differently is I drain the hot water, fill it again with cold water to cool, drain the water again once the eggs are cool enough to touch, then shake the pot with the eggs in them to crack the shell.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (998 posts) at 03:19 PM
My hubby taught me a great way to make eggs.
Put eggs in water
Wait until they boil
Once boiling, then turn down to lower boil and cover for 15 minutes.
PERFECTO everytime.
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (372 posts) at 03:51 PM
Yes, you can definitely ruin hard boiled eggs. Well, I can anyway...
Here's how you do it - Start to boil eggs in water like you normally do. Walk away. Get on computer. Waste time on Tracker. Hear BIG POP. Smell Burned eggs. Walk in kitchen. Clean up remnants of burned eggs from stove top and ceiling. The end.
Or, better yet, try to remember you have something on the stove and keep enough water in the pan, because all the water will evaporate and the eggs will explode. Good times, baby...(i did this last week. Again.)
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (15 posts) at 11:46 AM
I just started my first challenge this week. It has been SOOOOO important for me to read all this because I really want to make this program/lifestyle work for me and I've got to make choices about how far I'm gonna go on my free day and all that. Looks like it's gonna be Saturday for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (567 posts) at 12:21 PM
well then, maybe that's what's happened to me...hogken...I had free day yesterday.
had a free breakfast and was so busy didn't eat lunch, had a free dinner (around 5:00)...and felt like crap all evening.
I think my body went into rejection over a piece of fried chicken.
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (169 posts) at 12:24 PM
This is a great thread. This is the 3rd challenge for me. the second since I became a member at this site. Free days started out as a free for all and I think that was fine for me then. The longer I do this the more I feel the affects of bad food and the feel less of a need for a full cheat day. I think there is a transition in thinking towards free day as you do this. I say do whatever works for you, and you will adjust free day when and if you want to.
Loved reading everyones posts on this.
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 02:35 PM
Sofrito is the best. I love the stuff and the best thing about it is its low sodium, unlike most seasonings
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (255 posts) at 12:23 AM
I use it periodically on baked potatoes, but no more than what it says a serving is.
0cal,0carb,0fat,0protein...dont see why not.
Also, adding a little Mrs.Dash with it on a potato is a real simple way to spice up a blah taste.
hope this helps!
Body for Life Forum Message by fromfat2firm (32 posts) at 03:18 AM
I use it with no problems. Again just about a portion size. I prefer it instead of the butter buds.
Angel
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (506 posts) at 10:14 AM
i think it's bfl freindly when used in moderation. it actually does have fat and calories, but the labeling is misleading. for a certain number of sprays there are virtually no fat and calories. but really, you'd have to use a ton to do any dietary damage.
Body for Life Forum Message by amylame (44 posts) at 10:21 AM
I use it pretty heavily when Im cooking turkey burgers.
How else can you cook those suckers without them sticking to the pan?
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 10:09 AM
Hey there. I am on the verge of getting a coworker to try the program, she is currently on weight watchers. She just tasted on of my protein panckes from the EFL book and fell in love..... can anyone tell me the nutritional facts of these litte guys, my book is at home and she's askign to compare to her WW meals. THANKS!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 06:55 PM
So I came home, checked my EFL book and I had never realized nutritional info is not in here for the recipes. Isn't there some site you can plug in ingredients and figure out the values?
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (236 posts) at 07:10 PM
Sure there is! Just go to www.eatingforlife.com and there is nutritional information and calories on portion size information. Why isn't it in the book? Good question! If you don't have the book handy and if they still have the quiz you need to answer about what recipe is on a certain page in the book, it's grilled salmon.
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 07:12 PM
Thank yo uso much. I am going to go check right now. Yeah, I was actually shocked to see its not in the book.
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (469 posts) at 12:11 PM
I lost NINE blinking inches since I measured myself last week!! Some of this loss is Christmas and PMS bloat but still. . .
I ate like a PIG yesterday (free day) and I was dreading taking my measurements!! OMG!!
I've lost nine inches in total!!
one inch off my chest
one inch off each bicep
half inch off each forearm
one inch off hips
1.5 inches off waist
half inch off each thigh
3/4 inch off calves
Total= 9 inches
You know, before this challenge I was always saying I couldn't be bothered with measurements. Forget I ever said that. Just because I'm an egghead who can quote Aristotle doesn't mean I know everything.
Somewhere in the world someone is taking their measurements and is saying "I packed on nine inches. Where did that come from!!??"
Have a great BFL Day!!
Love
Pers
PS Yes, I followed the BFL book TO A "T"
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 12:23 PM
Congratulations Pers!!! That is excellent news. Very motivating too isn't it? Keep doing what you're doing!
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 12:25 PM
WAY TO GO Pers!!! that just ROCKS!
Amazing stuff girl!
Looking forward to more droppin #'s in the world!
Hugs
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 01:59 PM
OK, just in case I am that "someone" mentioned above, I'll steer clear of the tape measure for a while :) And if anyone sees her 9 inches lying around, for goodness sakes, DON'T PICK IT UP!
On the other hand, congrats on the great week! *high five*
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 02:31 PM
Just kick the 9 inches over to someone trying to gain and everything should be groovy :D
Way to go on the loss!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (49 posts) at 02:56 PM
Super duper!!! Way to go!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 03:12 PM
Impressive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Wooo-hooo!!!!!! Happy Dance for you chicky poo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by twinmom (333 posts) at 03:13 PM
Wow, that is awesome.
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (14 posts) at 03:26 PM
Way to go! Congrats!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kela (125 posts) at 03:39 PM
That is great! Keep it up Pers!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kela (125 posts) at 05:21 PM
Has anyone tried this?
For 3/4 cup it has 100 cal, 3 grams fat, 14 carbs and 10 protein.
I bought some and its really good! I didnt have any milk with it but it seemed like a balanced meal. May have to add something to it to up the calories a little to feel satisfied.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 06:36 PM
To me that seems like way too much carbs, bit high in fat and not enough protein to be balanced by itself. Add some egg whites maybe with it - maybe 4.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 06:47 PM
I tried it over the holidays. It was mixed with sugar then covered in chocolate and butter scotch....YUM!
Sorry. no help. ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by aussiebel (5 posts) at 05:56 PM
G'day all!
I am a newbie here and was wondering what you all eat each day. I have ordered my EFL book but it will probably take another week or so to get here.
Just looking for some ideas.
Thanks
Bel
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 06:54 PM
Try this for starters: Sources of good carbs - sweet potatoes, slow cooking oats, brown rice, wild rice, beans/lentils, be careful with bread - only 100% whole wheat or 100% rye. Proteins - chicken or turkey breast, any fish including salmon, tuna, egg whites, low fat or FF cottage cheese. Good fat sources - olive oil, walnuts/almonds, all natural peanut butter, avocados, flax seed. As many green vegetables as you can stuff in your face - spinach, asparagus, broccoli, green beans.
Carb & protein servings are the size of your fist, you can go more with the green veggies. Does this help?
Body for Life Forum Message by aussiebel (5 posts) at 07:29 PM
Thanks Flower!
I have the BFL book and am following the authorised foods. Mainly looking for different ideas for cooking.
I can't wait to get my EFL book. I'm going to try the pancakes tomorrow morning though. They sound really yummy!
Thanks again,
Bel
Body for Life Forum Message by hogken (17 posts) at 07:42 PM
eggs in the morning' then myoplex drink and water; then sirloin burger on wheat with water; then a pro- crunch chopcolate crisp bar( a little high in sugar but scrumptous)then a turkey sandwich on wheat water; dinner and water. yum yum! and water
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 09:01 PM
I just had this for my last meal tonight:
cottage cheese with a some pineapple tidbits. Mixed some splenda and a little cinnamon in. YUM!
Body for Life Forum Message by nurse36 (201 posts) at 03:54 PM
With a new house, I have done lots of painting as well. I don't think I paint fast enough to get my heartrate up... so it's not really cardio. Although 150 million trips up and down the ladder ought to count for something, I would count it as an UBWO. My back, shoulders and arms are almost always sore the next day.
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (43 posts) at 04:09 PM
My right leg seems to get a good workout from all the up and down, and my right arm/shoulder/back. So I guess I will be buff, but mostly on the right side! I do go kind of fast (I'm always in a hurry no matter what it seems) and find myself huffing and puffing after a while so I think I could just about count it as a cardio session, though I have not "substituted" just yet.
Not much painting this week so far...baby has bronchitis and won't let me put him down....
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1079 posts) at 04:11 PM
I would say it is better than watching tv or golfing but not a workout. Just my humble opinion
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (641 posts) at 04:31 PM
Heck ya that's a work out. You can't convince me that 20 min hiit will burn more than 9 hours of up and down a ladder, and putting a roller on an extention and using your UB all day lol.
I counted that as my UBWO a month back. Darn if I wasn't sore the next day ;)
Urs
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 12:08 AM
I think if you eating right your body will lean out and eventually the legs won't seem as huge.
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (255 posts) at 12:09 AM
IMO...I would imagine that it is because of your diet...or lack there of. Ive always heard that if you just lift weights and eat whatever you want, its because your not necessarily burning enough fat that is over your muscle, therefore, they are appearing larger. I highly suggest doing the bfl eating plan. YOu will have SO much energy in just your first couple days. Today was my free day and god i cant wait to get back on track! UGH....
Good Luck and i hope this helps!
xoxo
karen
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (33 posts) at 03:27 AM
Hey Teresa,
There is a lot of good information here. Allow me to offer some additional insight. Your neck and shoulders hurt because you're probably not using good form. Compound movements involve both primary and secondary focus.Deadlifts should be leveraged with the lower body(not the arms, shoulders and upper back)in order to more effectively isolate the target muscle group, ie hamstrings, glutes, core. And prevent injury to the neck, shoulders and back. "Visualization": adopt this as your bodybuilding mantra. With your minds' eye, see your butt, and legs doing the lions share of the lift from start to finish. Looking forward throughout the entire movement,particularly in the bent over position will assist you in maintaining good form as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (33 posts) at 03:34 AM
Sorry about that. I meant to post this feedback for tcstone. My bad.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 04:18 AM
I think once you tighten up your diet you might feel a leaner lower half. The only way to find that out is be consistent with your diet. If you are still feeling this way you should be able to see if your legs carry that cut look to them and it is from muscle mass. In which case you will have to look for a different brand of jean that fits your legs.
Also, after working out your legs some people's legs tend to swell. I know mine do and it makes wearing jeans a little uncomfortable. I also carry my BF in my bottom half so it is always the last place to go. It was in the last few weeks of a BFL challenge they started to feel looser. Though my 1st advice is tighten up the diet for a couple of weeks (2-4) and then see what happens. Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 04:44 AM
I've been complaining about the same issue lately. Seems to me that I've built up additional muscle mass in my quads, glutes, hamstrings but the fat has not budged and of course that means BIGGER. I'm having trouble even with my "fat" jeans. My diet hasn't been that bad nor has it been that good. By getting your diet spot on you should see a drop in fat therefor a decrease in size. You've only been at this a month? Give it more time; you'll see many more changes in the coming months if you keep at it and especially if you change up your diet. BTW, what exactly is your diet????? This is VERY important. How much cardio are you doing?
Get a handle on your diet, until then you may be like myself - yes I'm working hard but that fat doesn't seem to be budging with what I'm eating.
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (3 posts) at 08:08 AM
Thanks so much to all that responded so far. I am going to start the whole Body For Life Today. And yes, because my diet has been so bad I have felt horrible even though I have been going to the gym. So here it goes.......hopefully I will notice a bit of difference soon.
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (43 posts) at 11:41 AM
Morpho_veja...I think the diet advice is dead on...for years I have worked out pretty hard, only to watch my butt and legs GROW because I was adding muscle but not losing any fat (I guess I was bulking before I even knew what that was). It was not until recently, after learning so much about BFL, that I realized I really, really had to start cleaning up my diet if I want to stop going beep, beep when I back up!!!
Flower, where exactly IS this fat on you? You're awfully hard on yourself!
Eileen
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (12 posts) at 09:43 AM
My legs are still wiped from the LBWO and the bike riding we did this weekend. I couldn't get my heart rate for my cardio this morning because I couldn't push hard enough with my legs. But this is actually great progress because any amount of cardio a few months ago would have left me feeling like I was gonna have a heart attack. I worked hard and I didn't feel my heartrate freak out like it used to. And what a great prescription for beating depression.
Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (72 posts) at 11:06 AM
On Saturday I heading to the gym when I pulled out of the driveway and about did a 360! ICY!!
Ok, pulled back into the driveway and was bummin because I knew if I didn't get my workout in then it just wasn't going to happen.
Pulled out the Buns of Steel videos. WOW!! Could bearly walk the entire day & then yesterday felt it even more!!
If you want a great LBWO - give these a try!!
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (19 posts) at 12:08 PM
OK Prissy - glad you mentioned Buns of Steel - I think I have the whole series and I used to LOVE doing the step workouts. My question is this - those workouts are about 40 or 45 minutes as I recall. Do you just stop after 20 minutes? And what about the intensity levels? I would love to alternate a step workout with my treadmill workouts but have been reluctant to do this because of the above questions . . .
Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (72 posts) at 12:38 PM
Kitwhit - I actually did the Buns of Steel 3 as my LBWO not my cardio. The number 3 video isn't a cardio workout. It's all lunges and squats. I don't know about the other Buns of Steel videos. I only have #3. Hope that answers your question :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 12:41 PM
Hahahaaha I so remember those videos I have the Abs of Steel and OMG what a wonderful AB workout it is!
Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (72 posts) at 01:02 PM
Yeah, they are a little cheesy, Tami Lee Webb has been around a while but she was & still is in great shape!! I turn the sound down & crank the music.
TNT - I have the AB workout too! I will have to give that a try :)
Body for Life Forum Message by nurse36 (201 posts) at 03:47 PM
If you want a really killer ab aorkout try The Core workout (Ab Assault) with Gunnar Peterson. Holy Cow!! I got one from a friend. I thought "Oh, what the heck? It is probably too easy for me, but I'll give it a try." Owie!! Owie! Owie!! He uses lots of different angles to hit all the right spots! Now, I'm hooked on the stability ball!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (702 posts) at 08:15 PM
Oh yes, I remember doing the Buns of Steel workout, and barely getting through it! I haven't been brave enough to try it now, but maybe I should! I would just throw it in as toning excercises, which I've been meaning to get around to anyway!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 08:16 PM
I still desire my toosh to look like the cover lol!
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (389 posts) at 08:54 PM
OH my goodness, that is a blast from the past. YES, we lived by Buns of steel. LOL too funny
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (31 posts) at 02:32 PM
Ok Serious question, I just finished my first LBWO of wk 2 and I physically and mentally couldnt do anyother rep. However like 15 minutes after my workout, my legs arent that sore just tired and I can already tell that tomorrow my 4miler will be like nothing really bad happened. Is this normal, am I lucky, or should I push even harder? I already feel like I am going all out.
RSS
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 02:34 PM
No. wait until tomorrow...you will hurt like hell.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 02:35 PM
I was sore all last week from LBWO and it didn't hurt until the next morning...
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 02:35 PM
If you honestly couldn't get another rep, then you hit your tens. But you have to be perfectly honest about whether you could get one more. Don't sweat how you feel a bit later.
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (535 posts) at 02:49 PM
Sounds like you did a great job, RSS!
Welcome aboard, by the way.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (21 posts) at 03:13 PM
leg soreness usually hits me 18-20 hours after an intense LBWO ...
Day 2 is even worse.
what lifts are you performing ?
Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (8 posts) at 03:22 PM
It took me a day to feel the effects. My husband always comments on how I overexceed on everything...I reply with "not this time" Im just really out of shape! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (14 posts) at 03:22 PM
I did my LWBO and hit my 10's. I thought I was fine afterwards, but I was sore this morning. Didn't help that I did my 20 minute HIIT today on the elliptical.
By the way, great job! 4 miles tomorrow?! Wish I can run that long.
Body for Life Forum Message by nurse36 (201 posts) at 03:38 PM
I remember my first LBWO last Jan. I thought I was all though and ready to conquer the world.... until two days later when not only could I not bear to go down a flight of stairs... but I couldn't step off a curb without looking like I needed a Boy Scout to help me!! Boy, my (now) hubby got a kick out of that! Just wait his turn is coming next!! Mwwwwhahahahahaha!!
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (3 posts) at 10:03 PM
I was wondering....I feel like I am pushing myself when I do the Upper and Lower body and I always use free wieghts. However, I normally don't get much soreness. Is this good or does this mean that I have not been pushing myself enough?
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2932 posts) at 05:57 PM
If you don't have any equipment at home, that's ok,
here's a great cardio workout I do all the time.
Walk 1 min
walk faster and faster
then run, even if you can only run a few seconds, run, then walk, then do some jumping jacks, walk again, run again, jumping jacks
if you have a outside bench,,( one that won't tip over, step up and down 10 times the walk and run and jumping jacks again you can make up things as you go, just keep moving and keep the HR up and down and up and down for at least 20 min
and what ever you do, make it fun!
GET*HER*DONE
Body for Life Forum Message by Sue (6 posts) at 03:38 PM
silly question.... but what is "bump" and why do folks say it so often? Is it like a virtual "high five"
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (643 posts) at 03:39 PM
Bump just puts the thread back to the top of the viewing list so people will open the thread again...really you could say anything....bump is just what is commonly used..
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (44 posts) at 07:49 PM
I agree, for those that have never been morbidly obese, it is an "easy" thing to have happen to you if that is what your habits are.
Life takes over, work a few extra hours here, get stressed with the kids and house, work a few more hours there... Go to dinner since you are busy all the time, a snack from the machine here, there, there again ;) WHAM, you wake up and can't button your pants again. Wha??? But I just worked out wasn't it just last weee, OOOps. 40 lbs.
Trust me, it's easy.
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (253 posts) at 10:41 PM
check out The Mars Volta, awesome band and workout tunes
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 04:08 AM
I just have to say that I did NOT think that this subject was about housekeeping after reading the title :D
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 06:04 AM
Well, I vaguely remember that effect the last time I did BFL - but (as you can tell by looking at my house) it's been a while! ;)
Can't WAIT for that special little bennie to kick in! My closets and desk drawers are in serious need of attention! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by TreeStand (93 posts) at 06:06 AM
keep gettin busted with titles like these...
congrats on the new energy guys!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2932 posts) at 06:08 PM
ttt, enter today!!!! come on ya'll
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (506 posts) at 10:07 AM
i just wanted to bump this up to see if anyone else has read the book or listened to the cd. i'm curious to know what everyone's opinions are.
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (24 posts) at 10:21 AM
Not sure if you saw my earlier post but I wouldn't believe anything he says since the FTC indicted him for making false claims in 98:
http://www.ftc.gov/os/1998/01/trudeau.cmp.htm
There are many reputable resources out there for "natural cures" that don't encourage you to "buy the book, then the CD, etc".
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (94 posts) at 11:04 AM
I believe that Kevin states that he won his suit with the FTC, but I have not as of yet seen any proof of that. I have the book, but have not yet read it (bought it on eBay). I have listened to the audio CD that came with the book, which is why I started this thread. I personally think that a lot of what he says makes total sense. BUT, I don't think it is to be taken too seriously as far as major illness is concerned. I look at it more as "Natural Preventitive Medicine" not "Natural Cures".
And just to play devil's advocate...if what he says IS true, then it would make sense that the FTC WOULD try and shut him up.
So I'll take some of his healthy, sensible advice and incorporate it into my program, and just leave out the more "fantastic" claims.
Stay Strong,
Chris
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (3 posts) at 12:31 PM
I was involved with a company some years ago called Nutrition for Life that was promoted by Kevin Trudeau. All I can really say about it is that Mr. Trudeau made a lot of money from people like myself, from making claims and selling nutritional supplements that weren't proven to be any better than what you can pick up at the store. I can't say whether the claims he makes are true or not, but I am skeptical of his motives.
There is good information out there, free information to help us lead healthier lives. I would like to point out that John Hussman has one of the most informative sites out there, and it doesn't cost you a penny to use it. I get the feeling that he is a man who's purpose is to help people lead healthier lives, not to make a million bucks making claims and selling books (or cd's, or nutitional supplements).
It makes sense that if you put good things into your body then your body will respond in kind. If you put crap into your body, well, it makes sense that your body will suffer to some degree. Of course it makes sense that putting pesticides and processed foods into your body could negatively affect it. Being aware of that is a first big step into taking good care of your body.
One last thought: for most of us, losing 30lbs in 30 days would be unhealthy, and would consist of losing muscle rather than body fat. I'm worried about KT's claim that one could (or should) try to lose that amount of weight in one month.
Take care, and good luck!!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (94 posts) at 12:35 PM
I'm a huge fan of Dr. Hussman's, and I try and let people know about his website whenever possible. It's full of great information!
http://www.hussmanfitness.org/
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (3 posts) at 12:37 PM
He's awesome, isn't he?
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1079 posts) at 12:59 PM
Hussman is awesome and he does it for free:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 01:05 PM
I just found that site yesterday and haven't had a chance to explore it as much as I'd like, but so far I like his site A LOT!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (24 posts) at 01:48 PM
Hussman IS awesome.
Another good guy who provides free advice about healthy eating is Dr Weil. www.drweil.com. His advice makes sense and he provides it all for free in archives. I know I mentioned him in an earlier post, but I really like him and his advice.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (3 posts) at 04:14 PM
Ugh, you are not alone. I can hardly choke down Myoplex, there's just something about the taste I don't like. I use Designer Whey, with about 1/2 cup frozen raspberries and half a banana. It works better for me. I also like the AdventEdge shakes mentioned earlier, nice for when I'm on the run and need something easy and portable. I liked MetRex chocolate powder, too.
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 08:49 AM
Hi Tom. That is not too too far, a fellow-souterner hee hee My brother in law lives in Macon, GA.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1329 posts) at 08:52 AM
Welcome Back To BFL and Welcome to the Tracker!!!! I wish you all the very best!!! See you around the Tracker!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (69 posts) at 08:53 AM
Welcome Back!
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 08:53 AM
Starting my C2 today so glad to see that you are on board and ready to roll!! Good luck and welcome to the tracker!!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 09:51 AM
Thank you all so much, no wonder what I read on here about the support is so true and I'm hoping that trying to be more active poster will help me finish this challenge, hard to find online time with full time job (sssssshhh, its hwere I'm at right now) and 4 kids at home, 3 of which are school age and have homework to do on my computer.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 10:19 AM
Welcome aboard!!!!!! So glad to have you!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (255 posts) at 12:06 AM
I went all out on my free day today. Have been extremely tired, and even felt nauseous tonite. I will still do a free day, but maybe not just eat anythign and everything because i can...LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by fit2006 (15 posts) at 06:15 AM
Well, I didn't get my french fries but I did have waffles (all the talk made me crave those instead.) fried potatoes and bacon (turkey is all I had). I drank orange juice alot and a couple of cookies. I had a sandwich too. I really wasn't that hungry yesterday for whatever reason. Now I am ready to go this week - back on the plan! No guilt here. I will continue to look forward to my Free Days. Thanks for the chatter!
Body for Life Forum Message by shibox (13 posts) at 02:11 AM
I'm seconding 6 Girls, a Guy and a dumbell :)
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (998 posts) at 07:07 AM
TTT--
Getting a couple of responses.
Come on Hoosiers!
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (28 posts) at 12:45 PM
week 1 started off slow becuase I was not very well prepared and I had to force myself to start drinking water. However, I am very pleased with my results and am feeling great. I am not staying up as late anymore and my insomnia seems to be getting better. I have been able to get up earlier too. I managed today to be at the gym by 8, which is a huge accomplishment for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (44 posts) at 04:07 PM
JPS,
For the record, even if you did start slow, your results are exceptional, you should be very happy with yourself.
I remember reading somewhere something to the effect of:
If you do not celebrate your victories, all you will remember are your defeats.
Trust me, the measured results you have shared is well above average. For the record a 2.76% weight loss is outstanding. This week is indeed yours to savor! You did awesome. Keep it up.
Kudo's!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 12:55 PM
Glad everyone is feeling it! Wohooo!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Sue (6 posts) at 04:29 PM
I hear ya! I'm a night owl myself. I want to/try to and intend to wake up early but that's not going to happen until i really commit to doing it. Going to bed early is key and that's my problem... night is MY TIME!
The thing I've recently come to realize is that no matter what time I get up, making the right choices and being realistic about what I can and cannot do is more important than trying to do it all.
Waiting 4 hours to eat after you get up (no matter what time that is) is not good. If that means you're doing cardio later in the day, so be it. Better than not working out at all, and much better than waiting 4 hours to rev-up your motabolism.
What works for you, may not work for others, and what's right for others make not fit you.... keep it simple and make smart decisions (and learn from the bad ones)
Body for Life Forum Message by akladydi (2 posts) at 07:59 PM
I have a lot of similarity in my schedule. I own my own business and I don't work until 2:00 in the afternoon. So I too do not have to get up until I really want to. Well I can say that the later I get up the later I eat my first meal. Same as you. I had my workout scheduled for 8:00 this morning but I did not get out of bed until 9:00 and didn't start working out until 9:20. Done at 10:20 and eating my first meal by 11:30. So I am on a pretty similar schedule. I am just getting done eating my mid meal around 4:00 so I won't be eating my dinner meal until around 8:00. This does work for me though because I work until 8:00 at night. I am going to try and get up earlier on the days when I need to lift weights. On the 20 minute days I snow shoe and can't do that until it gets light at around 10:00 right now. Just keep going and don't give up. Remeber this is for life so whatever works.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2932 posts) at 10:03 PM
I'm going to bed early and getting up earlier and going to get my cardio in before I get on this computer, that's most of my problem, I'm wasting time playing on the computer and chattin with everyone, and then I'm hungry and go eat.
so I am taking someones advice and wake up , take pill, do cardio, then get on the computer and eat
I'll try that tomorrow, thank you everyone, I'll get straightern up and GET*HER*DONE!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Coco (506 posts) at 10:15 PM
get her done:
what kind of thyroid medication do ou take? i take armour thyroid, 60 mg,but i've never been told to take it on an empty stomach. i'm only slightly hypothyroid.
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 12:47 AM
yay!! Hercula is back!! And you're not terribly far from me!! I'm living in Chapel Hill...we should get a few NC BFLers together and meet somewhere convenient sometime!!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (641 posts) at 08:54 AM
That sounds like a good idea.. We are planning on moving (if all goes well) by June. I am going to soak up as much of this FL winter as I can ;)
Urs
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (544 posts) at 09:51 AM
Welcome Back Ursula AND Hercula!!
Dang Ive missed you on here.
BTW...you can always come visit me and JAMBER in AZ if ya need a lil sun and heat in the winter-its been EIGHTY here the last few days!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:09 AM
Good to see you back!!! Hckory sounds like a "cute" town ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (641 posts) at 04:34 PM
Dana AZ is beautiful this time of year, as is FL :) I came home from NC and had to switch from sweaters to tank top and sandles.
My in-laws live in Phx, and I used to live in Lake Havasu or as I like to call it Lake Havahooter. Man there are some women there who really should not be wearing thongs... No offence to those ladies who are about 90 years old and like to wear thongs... Don't have any words to describe some of the elderly gentlemen who also like to wear thongs... You sure see some interesting people on that lake.
Urs
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (156 posts) at 11:30 AM
Very impressive work, Kerry!
Congrats!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 11:40 AM
Woooo-Hoooo!!! Great Job!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by smp (30 posts) at 11:41 AM
You're hot! Very nice pics! Great job!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (643 posts) at 11:44 AM
You are doing awesome Kerry! Im doing Challenge 2 and it is dedicated to Julie as well! Let hit it hard for her!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 11:56 AM
WAY to GO Kerry Awesome as EVER!!!
YOu Truly are an inspiration to show that this is a way FOR LIFE !!
Hugs
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (8 posts) at 11:58 AM
one word.....YUMMY! And I mean that with respect to your wife! You look absolutely yummy!
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (1656 posts) at 12:17 PM
OMG Kerry!!!!! You look freakin' amazing!!! Way to go, I'm so proud of you!!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (265 posts) at 02:16 PM
Kerry, wow dude you look great! Keep it up!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (162 posts) at 02:28 PM
Great job!!! Tell Nancy she is one lucky lady.
Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (120 posts) at 10:03 PM
Sorry it took so long for me to get here.
I'm in for a NoCal meetup. Name the day, time, and place and I will most definitely try to be there!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 04:28 AM
VegasGuy - I grew up the same. I have always cleaned my plate too - no matter the size. As well, if the food is "good food" I'll do the same with other members of my family. I've seen people leave just "one bite" - what is up with that? Of course I have to grap it and eat it. In some ways I'm teaching my own kids the same telling them why buy the food, prepare it, then throw it away? I doubt very much I'll outgrow this entirely.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ann (371 posts) at 04:57 AM
Hey Guys, Remember me??? I live in China. People here are pretty much super skinny, but there are more fat people now that Western convenience foods have been introduced.
I grew up in a clean your plate, you'll eat seconds if you love me kind of house too. I went home for Xmas and it was the same deal all over again. I love ya ma, and the cheesecake was great, but I'm going to take that second slice with me for tomorrow. A little white lie, straight to the trash with the cheesecake once I'm home, and everybody's happy.
Zai Jian (Goodbye for now)
Ann
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (94 posts) at 11:10 AM
Hey Ann, it's funny that you mention the fact that some people leave that one bite on their plate. I remember reading somewhere a few years a go, that that was a good way to lose weight. If you normally clean your plate, they said to leave a few bites of everything on you plate at each meal. Over the course of the day it would add up to several hundred calories, and over the course of a month (or a few) it would actually make a big difference. Makes sense huh? Although, I'VE never been able to do it. LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by wdrew (261 posts) at 12:18 AM
Welcome aboard HB! This is a great place to be. Just beware of one thing, there are lurkers everywhere on here and they will jump out at us at anymoment.
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 01:01 AM
Welcome to the Tracker HB...glad you found us!! Hope to keep you going and get you to the finish line as we love to see the success stories!!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by ladystilwaiting (1 posts) at 01:37 AM
Starting at 6am tomorrow morning.... looking to chat and keep motivated..
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 06:02 AM
Um, lurkers? Would those be anything like tee-are-oh-el-el-es?
Thanks for the welcome everyone. Just finished my first O-fishul cardio workout of this challenge and feel great!
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (255 posts) at 12:14 AM
WOW impressive! Good Luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 06:07 AM
I'm right there with ya! It's 6:05 a.m. and I just finished my workout (luckily, my equipment is in the basement). Yesterday was ALL about planning and preparing!! I was so hyped about getting up early to workout that I couldn't sleep! UGH!
LOVE your name! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (174 posts) at 07:08 AM
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO DG!!! :)
I feel the same way, once you have taken the time to download music, you HAVE to go workout to it. Otherwise, how else will you get to listen to it?
Excellent planning. Rock the house, girl.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 07:19 AM
Daaang Girl,
It sounds like you and I had the same plan. I didn't cook ALL my food for the week, but I did get all the food I would need at work all week. It's all sitting there in the fridge ready to go.
It definately helped at 4:30 this morning when I got up to hit the gym at 5:30.
I know it's early, but so far it's been a GREAT first day!!!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 01:19 PM
OMYGOSH! I did it! This might not be a big deal to some (most) of you, but to me, it's HUUUUUGE. I'm FINALLY feeling a little like my old self again. It's been a looooong time since I have felt in control. (remember when I disappeared? yeah, that would be it)
I got up and was at the gym at exactly 6:03!! Did my HIIT and went home to get the kids and myself ready for school. I was in class 25 minutes early! Whooooooa.... I'm sayin... this on-time thing is great!
NO EXCUSES, PEOPLE!!!!! If I can do this with how damn flighty I am, being a single mom (for now) of 2 boys and a dog who acts like another kid, AND go to school... I don't want to hear any whining!!!! Plan, plan, plan!! Schedule, plan, write it down, tape it to your fridge, mirror, forehead, whatever!!
They might have a had a point with that saying "People don't plan to fail, they fail to plan." (except on The Producers, but this ain't Broadway, baby!)
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1574 posts) at 01:23 PM
Did you know that for every 1 minute you spend planning something it saves 8 minutes of execution time?
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 01:27 PM
NOW you tell me?!?!! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 01:33 PM
Young Guns said:
Did you know that for every 1 minute you spend planning something it saves 8 minutes of execution time?
Yeah, but that's always been half the fun :D
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (26 posts) at 01:43 PM
YOU GO GIRL!! I did the same thing yesterday, plan, plan, plan, prepare, prepare, prepare...... I have every meal for Mon-Fri prepared and separated in the fridge/freezer so I have no exuses. did my HIIT today, and it felt great. Great to be back into this challenge. This time I am finishing it dang it and then making it for life.
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (58 posts) at 01:55 PM
OK, this is bugging me... why is it 8? Where do they come up with 8? Why not 10, or 3? Is there math involved in this? Can you give me a formula to show hwo one minute of preparation does, indeed, come out to 8 minutes of execution time?
OK, I've had my fun :) I do know that it saved me hella time this morning. I also know that I should be studying instead of poking around on tracker... ugh.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 02:11 PM
Prepare yourself to succeed and you will be successful! keep it going! Consistency shows in everything you do!
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 01:03 AM
Hey Dawn glad you found and even better you're on Day 6!! Hope you're having a blast with this program and before you know it you'll be at the finish line with the biggest smile on your face!!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1034 posts) at 07:51 PM
Hey Dawn,
welcome and success to you.
This is a great site , ggod folks and support here. BTW, I know that 12 weeks can seem long, but it'll fly by.
Best I can offer you is to use this 12 weeks to embrace a permament lifestyle change. It'll be the best gift you can give yourself.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (535 posts) at 07:55 PM
Welcome aboard the Tracker, Dawn! Congratulations on your commitment to transforming your body and your health (way to decide to quit smoking, too!!). We'll be here to support you along the way.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1329 posts) at 08:14 PM
Hi Dawn! Welcome to the BFL Tracker!!!! And Congratulation on starting your challenge!!!! I wish you all the very best!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (117 posts) at 08:56 PM
Best of luck to you Dawn! 12 weeks will fly by but then the real test will be to maintain what you have learned and resolve never to go back! That is what I am hoping for. Just say this to yourself..."I WILL be fit, happy and healthy FOREVER!"
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:34 PM
Welcome Dawn!! YOu've found a great place & a great bunch of people!
Keep at it!
Pamela*
another B.C. girl! ;) I'm down on the coast! feel free to PM me!
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (255 posts) at 12:12 AM
Yeah I just watched a discovery channel special on aspertame. It seems that your body turns it into FORMALDEHYDE after its consumed! They didnt know exactly how much it took to be toxic, but they stressed moderation.
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (31 posts) at 05:04 AM
The sweetener in that gives me a horrible headache, maybe if I mix it with vodka like Nikki says HMMMMMMMM
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 06:00 AM
I like Crystal Lite, but watered down a lot. My favorite is Dasani Raspberry though...and it has zero calories and uses splenda instead of aspartame. Mmmmmm!
Never thought about adding vodka! Hmmmm....... ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (49 posts) at 07:28 AM
Are these those little pouches made especially for bottles of water?
I buy the off brand at wally world of peach tea and green tea and drink it with dinner only. Love them!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 08:02 AM
I've got those Crystal Ligh On The Go here at the office. I use it mostly to mask the flavor of the water from the water fountain. If I had to drink that stuff straight, then I'd NEVER drink water.
Mostly, I'm trying to ween myself off of it though.
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (549 posts) at 08:05 AM
LittleBig I use half the pouch for my bottle water. Start with half the pouch and see if it's too sweet and then go from there.
Body for Life Forum Message by MelJ113074 (5 posts) at 09:27 AM
Oh I feel so much better. I drink the 4C green tea's that are meant for the water bottles. The one I drink has splenda also, but I just foud out it has about 16 mg of caffine in it also. I don't know what to do because I normally don't drink ANYTHING at all and I HATE water. Right now I'm trying to split it up and do 6 cups water and 6 cups of plain water. I'll let you know how it goes.
Melissa
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (549 posts) at 09:40 AM
Mel, since it has caffine in it you need extra water.
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (94 posts) at 11:18 AM
Nikki, LOL...I thought I was the only one who mixed my Crystal Light (Lemonade) with Vodka (but only on free days too)!
I also agree that it's better to limit the intake of things with artificial sweetners. The less chemicals we put in our body the better. I've found that having a large container of sliced lemons (or limes) at hand helps me drink more water. It sure makes it taste better, and also gives the illusion that I'm drinking something OTHER that water. Helps mentally. You can also try filling an iced tea (sun tea) jar with water and adding some sliced apples. Let it sit for about 24 hours and you'll have a great tasting "apple esscence" water. Still pretty much calorie free too.
Stay Strong,
Chris
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (94 posts) at 11:20 AM
BTW, you should let the apple water sit for 24 hours IN THE FRIDGE. Forgot to mention that.
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 08:33 AM
Hey guys thanks a lot. I'm heading to the gym right now to start C2 this morning!! I should have the pics posted sometime this morning I think!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Emeril (6 posts) at 08:47 AM
Good Job! As I newbie, I love looking at pics of those who have had some success!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1329 posts) at 09:02 AM
Congratulations on a fanatatic job!!!! You're going to blow us all away in 2006!!!!! I wish you all the very best!!! Way To Go Jeremy!!!!!!!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1034 posts) at 09:28 AM
Way to go Jeremy!!
From topping out at 235 in July to 189 now is incredible. Very Impressed.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 09:32 AM
Congrats Jeremy!!!!!!!!! Excellent progress!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (379 posts) at 09:46 AM
Again Jeremy, congrats and way to hang in there,you are going to see some amazing results in C2.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (544 posts) at 09:57 AM
Way to go yo HOTTIE!!
Im sooo proud of you Jeremy. Cant wait to see how awesome you do in your Julie Challenge
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:07 AM
YAY JEREMY!!! Way to fininsh it!!!
Now onto C2 with the rest of us Crazies!! Lets GOOOOOOOO !!!
( I still wanna see pics tho'..;)
Hugs
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (24 posts) at 10:25 AM
Jeremy,
Congrats!! Thats a pretty darn wicked before too. You look great. Keep it up.
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 10:40 AM
Ha ha ha ha thanks guys!!
Body for Life Forum Message by saint (1 posts) at 12:49 AM
Just wanted to say hello, am on C1 day 2 and can't wait to have the same results some of you have had.
Really happy to be part of such a positive community.
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 12:59 AM
Hey Saint glad to see you hear. I just finished my first challenge this weekend and I can tell you this works. Just keep focused and if you ever need a pick me up or need some questions answered don't be afraid to post the thread or PM any of us as we love to see everyone succeed!! Hope to see more of you around here!!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (156 posts) at 11:27 AM
Hi Saint, welcome aboard! Good luck with your journey. Be sure to take pictures, at least for yourself. You will see differences!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1034 posts) at 08:11 PM
Hi Saint.
Welcome, good folks and support here.
Success to You,
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1115 posts) at 08:21 PM
Welcome! You'll love it here. Yes take pictures so you can see your progress it is so rewarding!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (702 posts) at 08:22 PM
Great to have you aboard Saint! Good luck to you on your new journey! We'll be watching! lol. You'll do great!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (728 posts) at 10:35 PM
welcome to the Tracker family !! You'll find a great bunch here!
best of Luck!
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 05:57 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (90 posts) at 06:17 AM
The most effective way to do it, is to do it.
- Amelia Earhart
Body for Life Forum Message by hb9252 (13 posts) at 06:32 AM
Love it! Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (643 posts) at 12:27 PM
Plain and simple....just like following BFL...plain and simple!
Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (535 posts) at 12:43 PM
Perfect. Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by scrappinmichelle (16 posts) at 12:46 PM
Absolutely agree! Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (90 posts) at 01:32 PM
You are all most certainly welcome.
Body for Life Forum Message by BecomingMe (121 posts) at 06:50 AM
I finally realized that mybodycomp.com changed urls!
I know everyone here has given feedback that this site gives you a higher than average BF%, but I like it for keeping track of my progress, and stats, and comparing them.
Anyway, if anyone else has been missing mybodycomp.com, try fittogether.net....your old login & password and old tracking stats are all there.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (174 posts) at 07:01 AM
I just got an email from fittogether.net today saying I hadn't measured my body composition in a while. Otherwise I wouldn't have known.... nice of them to tell us!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 08:20 AM
Are you guys sure this site is giving you a HIGHER than average reading????? This can't be!!!! I just got a particularly low reading; all measurements were done accurately. My weight is up but I believe I've put on some muscle; there's no way I'm this low!!!!!
I think I'm going to go back and redo and GULP, big step for me - I think I'm going to finally break down & buy some kind of calipers. Tomorrow is my one year BFL (or whatever, ha, ha) anniversary and perhaps I'm deserving of a little "anniversary" present.
You all just sit back and watch a psycho in action if I get another "measuring tool"; as if a scale isn't enough to send me to the loony bin!
Body for Life Forum Message by BecomingMe (121 posts) at 11:34 AM
I always used their stats, but when I was actively posting on tracker, the feedback I got was that it tended to be higher than average, compared to the navy site, and others.
Personally, for me, everything was pretty close...
I got the email this AM too, that's the only reason I knew as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (535 posts) at 11:35 AM
Ugh - I got that email too. For a moment, I thought, "Who in the world am I whoring my email address out to now?!?"
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (174 posts) at 11:50 AM
Tracey, it depends.... I think for people who have more to lose (like me) it's higher than average -- and it is showing about 1-2% higher than my Accumeasure calipers -- and for those who have less fat, it's lower than average. I wonder when it's ever right on!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2211 posts) at 12:00 PM
So I went back to the site and did it again - this time considerably higher! Yikes!! As far as I can tell I did it accurately but I can't go in anywhere and see where the discrepancy was with my measurements.
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (355 posts) at 12:20 PM
On mybodycomp.com (or fittogether.net)make sure you are taking your hip measurements at the hip bone (not your widest measurement)... look for a "groove" in your hips (it dips in)... the measurement should be taken in that groove. See if that helps.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ann (371 posts) at 08:48 PM
Really, gbfan? I've never heard that 'dip in part' advice before for measuring hips. I always do the biggest part I can find. The part where my hip bones stick out on the sides. I'll try the dip in part now because I also think this site is a bit higher than other sources. It reads me at 23.7% When others see my pics they usually mention that it seems a bit high. Not sure really. At least it's consistent.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (998 posts) at 07:26 AM
I was wondering how many of you would be interested in sharing your mailing address and also sending out a letter of encouragement to other BFLers?
No structure on this, just mail a letter whenever you have time. Write something encouraging, send them a good article, or share success tips that work for you. Whatever works!
Think about it--how many of us have had 'those' kinds of days where it was so tough to stick to the program?
Wouldn't a quick hello from another BFLer made a world of difference for you on those tough days?
PM if you are interested with your mailing address and home email address. I'll put together a file and send out the addresses to everyone interested.
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 08:04 AM
PM Sent!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (460 posts) at 10:41 AM
I'm in!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (998 posts) at 11:10 AM
TTT
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (12 posts) at 02:10 PM
I would love it! pm coming your way! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (162 posts) at 02:14 PM
Great idea!!!! I'm in.
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (233 posts) at 02:16 PM
I'm in!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (8 posts) at 02:40 PM
Count me in...maybe we can designate one person per email to share their story and pictures. I enjoy seeing the personal pictures of the person and not just the before and during pictures. I will share!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (998 posts) at 03:24 PM
I've been getting a good response today.
Remember, the goal was for you to get a surprise letter from another BFLer in your MAILBOX, not just email.
I am including email addresses to. If you want to be included on this list, PM me the follow:
Your Name
Mailing Address
Email
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 03:45 PM
sure!
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (44 posts) at 08:08 AM
Hey Team 8,
Carla (crone) sent us out a spreadsheet to keep track of the teams numbers and goals for the 4 weeks. I have filled in our starting info and the info that I have received for week 1.
I have also saved this in a format for the internet.
Are you ready for me to make this page public and share the address with you? Or would you like me to make your personal info private?
I will be turning in our team numbers to Carla late today, at that time I will make it public and share the url for all to see. If I do not hear from you and you are online sometime today, I will assume that you ar okay with the info being made public.
More motivation I always say!
So if you haven't gotten me your numbers, get those numbers in!
Steve
Body for Life Forum Message by harleyman69 (37 posts) at 08:23 AM
Hey Steve, Just sent you my numbers. It is ok with me to make it public. I totally agree with you, it is more motivation.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (703 posts) at 08:36 AM
I suppose it is okay. The info here is just as public.
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (28 posts) at 12:34 PM
That's fine with me.
Body for Life Forum Message by scotfarcus (25 posts) at 12:43 PM
That is fine
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (28 posts) at 12:47 PM
what's the address and when will it be ready to view?
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (44 posts) at 04:37 PM
Ok, I have everyones info so I posted the web page of the calculations that I give to Crone.
I blacked out the two of our team that haven't had a chance to respond yet.
The website is located at:
http://www.geocities.com/stepor/Competition_Original_1_.htm
Let me know if you have any questions!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2932 posts) at 05:48 PM
fine with me too
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (80 posts) at 08:37 AM
You can't lift your arms to shampoo your hair!
It feels GREAT to be back, my upper body is still shaky from this A.M.'s work out and that was over an hour ago.....wooooohhooooooo!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (203 posts) at 08:48 AM
Oh man you DEFINITELY had a great workout lol!! I'm starting C2 this morning so fully expect to be dragging my knuckles this morning!! Great workout Nikki!!
Jeremy
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (641 posts) at 08:57 AM
Lol yeah I choose UB this morning, and it felt great to get the muscles workin again. My problem was with the new mouse that I bought. I had a hard time pushing the button down to break the seal lol.
Urs
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (97 posts) at 10:14 AM
I did UB today too and came up with one...
You know you've had a great UBWO when you have to ask someone to hold up your arm to put on deoderant! (not quite me, but darn near!)
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (117 posts) at 10:24 AM
Uggghh, I know what you mean! The days I do UBWO at the gym then have to go in the daycare to pick up my daughter just about kill me! Rubber arms are no good for holding babies! I love the way they feel though, I know I did what I was supposed to!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jenny (1 posts) at 10:26 AM
I'm with you TaraC29, picking up babies after UBWO can be tricky!! Need to remember the stroller for those days!
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (34 posts) at 10:44 AM
Ok, this one's for the men. You know you had a good UBWO when you need someone to help you put your tie on.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (781 posts) at 10:43 AM
Well gang, I have tried everything in my power to get my boyfriend to do BFL with me and he just isnt going to budge! :-(
I am very proud of him because he has stopped drinking sodas and all sugary drinks! All he drinks is water with extra lime!!!!!! Yeah for Jim!!!! (It's so cute too, everytime we go to lunch or dinner & the waitress asks for our drink order he sais, "Robin & I will both have water with extra lime!" I love it!!!!! It makes my heart smile when he does that!!!!!!) He thanked me again last night, as we were at dinner, for being such a positive influence to him in concern with his health. He is now tackling portion control for the next 3 months. He stated once those 90 days are up he will then consider going to the gym. However, it will not be with me. It will be with our Pastor at the Police Station gym. (Our Pastor is the Police station chaplin & works out with the cops everyday.)
Im a bit bummed because of that, I would love for him to go with me, but, Im not going to whine about it. Im just going to be thankful he's going.
Okay....now that Jim is taken care of, I have to get back to ME!!!! Ive allowed myself to slip back into some very ugly habits! It's time to get back into the groove.
I am making a committment to my Tracker bud