Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 11:38 AM
I mix the powder with ice, choc lowfat soy milk (just about 1/4 cup), sometimes i add a tblsp of natural peanut butter, flaxseed, and blend well. i LOVE them!
i think the trick is the vanilla or chocolate low fat soy milk.
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (803 posts) at 11:56 PM
yea the Myoplex lite has gotten kinda "gritty" tasting over the last yr or 2 .. ( it used to be liek drinking cake batter...very sinful tasting ;) ~lol~
To round out your protein drink add fruit of your choice.to your low fat milk..& natural penut butter if you wish... if you add frozen bananas to a vanilla pro powder you end up with an almost ice cream consistentcy! yum!!
Body for Life Forum Message by kjsmith (18 posts) at 05:47 AM
I had a few of mine injected with saline by a dermatologist. The small and medium size ones disapeared and have not returned. I hope this helps.
Kris
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (60 posts) at 08:16 AM
Okay so I am sick not flu more of a cold or something. I have sore throat, can't talk much, feeling a bit congested. My body yes of course feels very weak due to being sick. I however, have still been making myself go to the gym and do the same thing I was before. Except my cardio has been just plain cardio no real HIIT. I did my UBW but didn't use free weights I used machines. Do you think it would be better for my body if I stopped working out for a couple days? Today I have a class I signed up for - a free class with two personal trainers (they work out with you 45 min) So I am still going to go (I am a little crazy.....but it's free!!!) Sunday is my free day so I will not workout and I will try to rest. Suggestions? Is the one day off enough of a break for my body to get back?? (and I did go to the doctor but I don't have anything specific so no magic medicine.) What would you do?
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (416 posts) at 09:04 AM
morpho_veja said:
Okay so I am sick not flu more of a cold or something. I have sore throat, can't talk much, feeling a bit congested. My body yes of course feels very weak due to being sick. I however, have still been making myself go to the gym and do the same thing I was before. Except my cardio has been just plain cardio no real HIIT. I did my UBW but didn't use free weights I used machines. Do you think it would be better for my body if I stopped working out for a couple days? Today I have a class I signed up for - a free class with two personal trainers (they work out with you 45 min) So I am still going to go (I am a little crazy.....but it's free!!!) Sunday is my free day so I will not workout and I will try to rest. Suggestions? Is the one day off enough of a break for my body to get back?? (and I did go to the doctor but I don't have anything specific so no magic medicine.) What would you do?
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (416 posts) at 09:06 AM
okay, not sure how that just happened with above post.. but this is what i meant to post.....
see how you feel after your free day. I have been sick myself this week. I thought tues i would take the day-off. well I have not been able to get a workout in since. So I am will be so ready to go today when I get back to the gym. Take care of yourself and listen to your body. You may need a few days of rest. I did.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (416 posts) at 09:09 AM
As far as your challenge goes. You get sick your sick can't really help that fact. I am thinking of re-doing week 4 for myself as a make-up.
Just make sure you are still eating clean. If I would have pushed myself to the gym there was no way i was going to be hitting any 10's anyways. Just like you mentioned with your cardio. so get better and then you can go for those 10"s.
Body for Life Forum Message by kjsmith (18 posts) at 09:20 AM
I was sick last week with an upper respiratory infection. I made sure that I ate clean and I let myself have a free meal instead of a free day. I was still able to loose 7lbs!! Make sure you drink plenty of fluid and I suggest using Zycam. It's a homeopathic nasal gel that shortness the duration of colds.
Kris
Body for Life Forum Message by ReenieC (152 posts) at 11:23 AM
i would take some time off and let your body heal and get plenty of rest. It's important to remember that this is body for LIFE, and well, life happens. Like I recommended to others, don't feel guilty if you take some time off, just because we're doing a 12-week challenge doesn't mean we have to have perfect weeks - we can't expect ourselves to change our lives according to the BFL program and live without any interruptions. So, if you're sick, take some time to let your body heal properly. Then when you come back to your workouts, you'll be able to hit your 10's and then some! Keep your eating clean and healthy though, being sick shouldn't be our excuse or reason to slack off completely!! Just take care of yourself!! Good luck, and I hope you are feeling better soon!!
Body for Life Forum Message by beachsoccer (18 posts) at 04:42 PM
whomever posted the bootcamp routine:
http://www.musclemedia.com/training/BootCamp.asp
I bookmarked it, but lost the thread. Anyway you are rocking my abs world. I've been going to a half hour abs class at ballys once a week, but when I'm left to my own devices I wonder around the gym like I've had a head injury, unable to remember how to do anything but inclined situps.
Also, I love the wheel with handles. Wish I could draw it. So, I want to send out a thank you to good will for that $2 piece of manna from heaven.
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (186 posts) at 06:08 PM
I don't remember who posted this either but I want to thank them also.
I did this for the first time today after my cardio. OMIGOSH I can hardly walk upright!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (3039 posts) at 09:29 PM
I just ordered some and now I hear people saying it makes you dizzy,
I can't afford to be dizzy, I'm already blonde,lol
Please tell me It won't make me dizzy!
GET*HER*DONE LINDA
Body for Life Forum Message by JGFmom (2 posts) at 09:34 PM
I have taken it once and I didn't have any problems. I did only take a half a dose (one pill). I did have a headache later in the day, but I was having a rough day anyway. Before I chose it, I was looking at the Stacker2 XPLC. This is real new and when talking with the lady at GNC, she stated she didn't know anyone who had taken it. She stated she took the Thermo Dynamx and she knew several others who had great success with it. She is the one who advised to take a half dose first.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 09:56 PM
I have never noticed the dizzy feeling.
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 08:47 PM
Is there a significant difference b/w Betagen and Phosphagen? They both contain creatine, right?
I'm not as sore as when I first began 2 weeks ago. I'm hitting my high points. I'm thinking I may need to up my weights. I am beginning to miss the soren feeling. No pain, no gain is what I've thought. Makes me think something needs to change if I'm not as sore as before.
Any ideas PLEASE someone?????
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (983 posts) at 09:03 PM
Well I think what a lot of us do is switch up the exercises at the 4 week mark. At least for me, its perfect because just about the time I stop getting sore with every workout, I change up and Whammo...I'm super sore again. Its just enough time to really work the exercise hard, but still keep your muscles guessing.
Body for Life Forum Message by bubblz7 (71 posts) at 09:35 PM
Well, I don't get sore very often and I know I hit my 10s as I can hardly lift my arms when I'm done. I have changed my exercises and still do not get very sore....
I don't use Betagen or Phosphagen either.
Remember, NEVER GIVE UP!!
Suzanne
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (938 posts) at 09:18 AM
Prayers and hugs, too. Remember that "God don't make no junk!" He is precious in the sight of God and his dear mother. All things happen for a reason and you can take that to the bank, Udenia.
BIG BULL
Body for Life Forum Message by Lese (22 posts) at 09:27 AM
Unedia you are very strong! I don't think I could do what you do. I am glad you have a diagnosis. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 02:03 PM
ok..new here too. what is the mini challenge? what do you do with the points? help!
Body for Life Forum Message by desperatemama (1 posts) at 02:20 PM
I'm up for being on a team or a sub also. Just let me know what I need to do!!
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (290 posts) at 08:28 AM
I was hoping I could stay consistent. I have used the same machine with the electrodes on my wrist and ankle every time I have ever done my BF% composition. I don't know what the machine is called, but it is supposed to be second only to the water density measurement. Is there any chance we could turn in on Monday night instead of Sunday?
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (663 posts) at 09:29 AM
No problem. Make sure you send it to your captain on Mon.
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (60 posts) at 10:30 AM
Crone are you my captain? I am not really sure what team I am on?
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (672 posts) at 10:57 AM
I wish I could loose 4% BF like John Hottie did in 4 weeks.
;)
Body for Life Forum Message by bubblz7 (71 posts) at 11:11 AM
Yeah, how do we know what team we are on, etc. I'm new to this....
Remember, NEVER GIVE UP!!
Suzanne
Body for Life Forum Message by VanessaDG (15 posts) at 11:49 AM
I need to know the same thing as, Suzanne!
Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (264 posts) at 11:52 AM
There's a thread below this one called "Teams Feb Mini Challenge". The team assignments are on that.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (123 posts) at 01:20 PM
lol...John Hottie must do extra cardio! I am thinking of that line in "Dumb & Dumber": "He must workout!"
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 02:05 PM
How are you all measuring your body fat %?
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (37 posts) at 03:05 PM
I'm doing it at my gym, using their caliper...I take it 3x then take the average...
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1194 posts) at 03:09 PM
http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (176 posts) at 04:49 PM
the OMRON, buy it at drugstores, does the electoimpedence kinda thing. Seems to be fairly accurate
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 07:35 PM
Hi to all of you team 2 BFLers! I'm SarahM in OK (but from N. Cali). Are we ready to ROCK this challenge and kick butt???
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 10:41 PM
My 2 year old touched SOMETHING on the keyboard and has made everything appear BOLD. Of course I was typing at the time, so I really don't know what happened.
He was on the left side of the keyboard.
Anyone have any clues what he did and how I can change it back? I don't like it.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 10:50 PM
ohhh...nevermind. I figured it out! ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 08:43 PM
Thanks for the info everyone. I'm checking into the creatine supplements.
I'm in a similar situation as you crazyblonde78.
I'm not as sore as when I first began 2 weeks ago. I'm hitting my high points. I'm thinking I may need to up my weights. I am beginning to miss the soren feeling. No pain, no gain is what I've thought. Makes me think something needs to change if I'm not as sore as before.
Any ideas PLEASE someone?????
Body for Life Forum Message by shibox (19 posts) at 10:50 PM
Sarah - I'm not sure what your routine is already, but I had the same thing after about 2 weeks into the program. Switching to all free weights has given me that sore feeling all over again. If you're not already - consider giving the free weights a try.
Body for Life Forum Message by Phatty McPhatterson (16 posts) at 08:24 PM
....winning combination. For all of you that have children or are "child-like" yourselves, do any of you have PlayStation2? If so, has anyone tried the Kinetic game that you use the Eye Toy with? This is the description:
EyeToy: Kinetic™ is an innovative fitness product that provides players with an authentic personalized exercise program all in the comfort of their own home Utilizing the revolutionary EyeToy® USB Camera technology and developed in association with Nike Motionworks (experts in fitness, motion and body movement) players will experience a more effective workout inspired by activities such as Tai Chi, Kick Boxing, Aerobics, Yoga, Modern Dance and more.
Two unique personal trainers provide direction, real-time performance evaluations and encouragement as players of all fitness levels engage in a comprehensive 12-week training routine or select individual routines to shape and tone specific areas. Wrapped in modern styling and supplemented with an energetic soundtrack, EyeToy: Kinetic is a fun and immersive fitness product like no other.
I think this sounds like fun.
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 02:13 PM
Hi OK BFLers!!!! Hi 1leanmom- Thank you! Congrats to you on week four!!!!
I'm doing great in this challenge (1) and (almost! end of week 2). I did BFL a couple yrs ago, then went on missions and don't know why I didn't pick back up where I'd left off.... I know it works and I'm excited that I back on BFL!!!!
By any chance would Monday evenings work?
I'm just concerned with a modular class coming up- 4 days straight 8-5, Wed thru Sat, several books to read, and assignments!
I have hit every workout, have eaten clean- much attributed to planning and executing the plan- just do it!
Just concerned about my workouts in end of Feb. with the modular class (working on 2 graduate degrees). I will have no problem eating clean that week, but getting in the workouts during the modular, not so sure.... BUT I will get in my workouts on Mon and Tue before the class. Have a great BFL weekend! SarahM
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (37 posts) at 03:04 PM
hey everybody...how would you guys like to start a support meeting on a monday night (once a month or so)?
monday evenings would work for me and sarah...anyone else in? :)
sarah, sounds like you sure have your plate full!! wtg for getting 2 graduate degrees!! AND doing bfl!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (150 posts) at 04:22 PM
I just got off the phone with Barnes & Noble on 71st St. in Tulsa. They stated that we could use the cafe area for a meeting. Also, on Monday, I will be talking with their community relations person about setting up something longer term and getting it on their events calendar.
So, I'm just going to take the initiative. I will be at the Barnes and Noble located at 8620 E. 71st St. in Tulsa, OK at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, February 6 for a BFL support group meeting. Anyone willing to join me?
Stay the Course
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (150 posts) at 04:22 PM
I just got off the phone with Barnes & Noble on 71st St. in Tulsa. They stated that we could use the cafe area for a meeting. Also, on Monday, I will be talking with their community relations person about setting up something longer term and getting it on their events calendar.
So, I'm just going to take the initiative. I will be at the Barnes and Noble located at 8620 E. 71st St. in Tulsa, OK at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, February 6 for a BFL support group meeting. Anyone willing to join me?
Stay the Course
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 05:43 PM
I work out at ORU's gym, known as the AC (aerobics center).
Brian, Feb 6 at 6pm works for me! That's across from Albertsons, right? off of Yale?
Wait, no, it's near Woodland Hills mall area isn't it?
I've been trying to get my pic uploaded, but having difficulties even emailing it as an attatchment b/c I have dial up. I will see what I can do...
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (37 posts) at 05:47 PM
thanks for checking into this brian!
I'll be able to meet on monday night too...this is so cool...finally, I'll know others going through the same eating habits and workouts as me! :)
sarah, you were right the 2nd time...it's off of 71st, in the shopping center with old navy and bed, bath, and beyond.
can't wait to meet everyone! anyone else planning on attending?
jen
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (3039 posts) at 03:52 PM
Thanks Ya'll, I start Monday the 30th, I'm all excited, I got my music together and I just finished a practice routine to make sure I will know what I'd doing, hehe, it's been almost 3 years since I taught a class.
I GOT*HER*DONE, Funny, but what I used to think was an awesome workout is like taking a nap since I now HIIT my 10's. hehhe!! But I still had a sweat going on, just not a 10 , more like a 7 or 8, lol!
I'm still excited,
well have to go study now, it's my study time for the Personal training certification I am trying to get.
Thanks for all your support and encourgement! I really appricate it!
Love,
GET*HER*DONE LINDA
Body for Life Forum Message by tstarr123 (9 posts) at 04:40 PM
Congradulations Linda,
You have really been an inspiration to me and I wish you the best on your new job.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (416 posts) at 04:42 PM
Linda Congrats. That is such awesome news. What an inspiration you will be to all you come in contact with. I can only imagine how excited you must be. You rock!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1490 posts) at 06:42 PM
Linda, That is Awesome!!!! Congratulations!!!! You are such an inspiration!!!!! I wish you all the very best!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (702 posts) at 12:05 AM
Don't know about you, but I'm buying stock in Charmin. And plungers.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2338 posts) at 03:53 AM
LOL at Rie
Now I'm looking forward to her "desriptions" - hope its daily.
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (63 posts) at 05:46 AM
This is now officially out of control for me - lasst night I dreamed my package arrived!!
Sorry I left you out Mucca - and now Reenie and Hotbody! I agree that Alexis and BFL Bride should hit the company up about the referrals - that's at least 9 people who have bought just from this thread . . .
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (122 posts) at 11:54 AM
LOL, it's ok kitwhit!
i should give them a call! last night i let my tea sit for too long and it was SUPER strong! i woke up this morning and had to run to the toilet!! thats what i get for leaving the tea sitting there for 15 minutes! youre only supposed to let it sit for 1-2 minutes to start and then up to 5 minutes, otherwise its gets realllly strong, so dont make that mistake!!! thats the last time i'll do that!
so those of you that got your packages when are you starting!?
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (521 posts) at 12:06 PM
It has begun.
Last night we had the tea- I let is steep for about 5 minutes, I know it said 1-2 but Im no stranger to laxatives so I figured I better start a little stronger.
It said I would have a "strong urge to evacuate upon awakening". I'm not sure what their definition of strong is...but lets say it was not to be denied.But all in all pretty normal.
Took the paranil next- you can tell it's working if you all of a sudden burp up clovey fresh breath :/
Waited 15 and mixed the fiber- I used crystal lite lemonade and a blender...not something you want to savor over friends and good conversation like folgers international coffee...but not too bad- next Im trying something more banana-ey...wonder if you could mix it with SF/FF pudding and kinda scarf it -opinions?
...and 15 minutes later....I'm sitting typing this and feeling some definite "thunda from down unda"...but Im not leaving until this post is done...if theres one thing I can say about myself...it's that Im no qui
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2338 posts) at 12:13 PM
Lets have some aroma descriptions please.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (521 posts) at 12:48 PM
Hmmm, I'm going with:
A very interestingly delicate and complex bouquet with hints of corndog and tootsie roll that make for a soft yet brisk and firm balanced acidity and richness, powerful and tannic, but balanced by big fruit aromas...a "tannic" quality is that dry and puckerey sensation between the cheeks...a faint whiff of condescension over a robust layer of barnyard by-product.
...In other words...don't sleep with your head under the covers Dale.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (53 posts) at 02:13 PM
not to steal away from dr.naturas growing bowel cleasing fortune..BUT..LOL You can find this also in sealed containers on EBAY. I sold a lot of my overstock of sealed juice plus on ebay and it appears others are doing that with dr natura (apparently some don't like finding fun surprises in the potty...LOL!!)
Anyway here is a link..
http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&satitle=dr+natura
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2338 posts) at 02:16 PM
Very nice, very nice.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (521 posts) at 03:20 PM
Thanks. I knew all those wine tasting black outs weren't completely wasted.
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (63 posts) at 03:54 PM
Rie you f-ing crack me up! I know this tea as I am sure it is similar to Lacy LeBeau's Super Dieter's Tea which is what I use instead of Phillips MOM or ex-lax. Timing is critical - too soon and you are up at 3 am and too late and you are on the 26 minute drive to work with not a stop.
All I can say is that with these prescription iron pills I am on there has been nothing yet to really help. I've tried a few different things in the past 3 weeks and I "move" but always with the feeling that I've only put a bandaid on the problem. I want to sit for 45 minutes and have activity the whole time and feel I've cleaned myself out.
COME ON FEB 1!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SuzyQ (35 posts) at 08:38 PM
Been out of town for a couple of days and this thread is crazy! It took me 40 minutes to catch up!!
I was convinced on Day 2 of this thread that I needed to "cleanse" and promptly ordered my supply of dr. natura.
Kit: count me in my order also arrive in GA on 2/1....
I will be looking for the new thread so we can post our "discoveries."
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (702 posts) at 08:43 PM
Kleritea has similar ingredients as Smooth Move Tea. If anyone wants to try it as their gateway to Colonix --
http://www.tealand.com/SmoothMove.asp
I'm desperately in need of some cleansing NOW. My package will arrive next week, so I'm Smooth Move-ing tonight. Good lord let this pass!
LOL, kitwhit: a 45 minute move! Now, would that be S.H.I.I.T. or steady state?
Body for Life Forum Message by Ajordan (1 posts) at 09:11 PM
I know this sounds retarded, but I'm really excited that I found some fellow colon cleansers!! My name is Amy and I'm a regular on the BFL guestbook, so this is my first post here, but I have been researching drnatura for a while and was ready to try it, but found a cheaper cleanse at ADA's health food store called First Cleanse... let me just say, 2 whole days and not a d*amn thing!!! I wasted $60 bucks on this junk and I should have just bought the dr. natura stuff. I'm definitly going to order now!! The BFL guestbook has given me accountability for staying with the Challenge and now i've found this page for accountibility for the POOP Challenge!! I will join you all in this challenge!!!
p.s. I just mix my crappy fiber from the First Cleanse with my protein shake....does Dr. Natura mix well with Protein???
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (521 posts) at 10:38 PM
Well. This stuff really works...only one day and I can't tell you the scary things I've seen come out of me...I know I have to show you all to have you believe it.
I've spread it all out on white tissue to spare you the indignity of looking into my potty...
but lets just say, if you are faint of heart, don't click on this link...I was amazed....and don't quote me on this, but I think one of these things HAD to have been alive.
click here?
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (702 posts) at 10:43 PM
Can't. breathe. Laughing. too. hard.
Gawd, Rie!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 10:45 PM
BWAAAAAAA HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA.
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (53 posts) at 11:20 PM
OMG im gonna pee my pants...
Rie..at least CHEW your food..swallowing it whole could be the problem.....
;o)
Body for Life Forum Message by JoMama (32 posts) at 08:12 AM
My two cents....
A BFL buddy and I spent a month figuring out our cost per serving for BFL. My personal challenge was to see if I could eat BFL-style for....ahem....a dollar a day. I set up a spreadsheet into which I would enter the foods purchased when I bought them at the store. I even added in the sales tax. Then, it figured price per serving. It's tough to do it for a dollar a day...but it can be done if one is willing to eat homegrown sprouts, to learn how to use legumes and soy flour, to learn how to convert dried powdered milk into cheese, to shop at Aldis, etc.
The point is not the dollar a day. The point is that I had no idea what each meal cost me until I started breaking it down per ingredient and per meal. After I really had the information about which foods were the absolute cheapest, it was easier to make cheap choices for...let's say...four meals a day.
Oh, we have grown kids and grandkids. At first, they laughed at my experimentation. Now, they ask for advice :)
Body for Life Forum Message by kjsmith (18 posts) at 09:26 AM
We are a family of 3 and I spend $140 a week. Something that helps me is to create a meal plan for the week and then make my grocery list off that. If it's not on the list I don't buy it. I also find that making a variety of foods helps me stick with the meals.
Kris
Body for Life Forum Message by Lese (22 posts) at 09:31 AM
I only cook for me and an occasional friend. But I have found that Aldi (if you have one). Is the cheapest place to buy produce. I also get very good canned tuna (.49) and chicken there (1.69). Frozen shrimp and fish is a good buy also.
Body for Life Forum Message by Lese (22 posts) at 09:32 AM
oh I also forgot...best deal on cottage cheese in town... $1.69
Body for Life Forum Message by JoMama (32 posts) at 11:40 AM
Lese, You are so right! My food cost per serving analysis showed that Aldi beats all other stores, even the big discount stores, almost all of the time. In fact, sometimes the savings were almost shocking.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscles_Marinara (27 posts) at 01:34 PM
You people apparently eat like birds.
Either that or I suck at grocery shopping. Before BFL I would spend about $40/wk on food (just me). NOW, it's closer to $80-90 because of the quality of what I have to buy..
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (45 posts) at 02:13 PM
Some of y'all are gonna "hate me" for this, but I broke it down and found out that because I've trained myself to basically eat the same stuff a lot, I'm down to about $30 a week, just being a single guy.
The way I can do it is that I go to Wal-Mart and get their $5 a bag chicken breast fillets and cook them on my George Foreman grill....I'll switch up sometimes and get fish, but it's mostly those fillets. I eat a LOT of brown rice but it's not the pricey stuff, just Winn Dixie store brand...my water supply is usually Distilled water: 69 cents for a gallon jug, which supplies me and my 3 cats for about a half-week or sometimes a little more.
I usually do frozen store brand veggies, but I don't mix those up too much...usually green beans, carrots, or peas.
I switch up and do ground turkey, too, plus I hunt, so every once in a while, I can throw wild game into the food system.
I got to GNC and got Myoplex and Metr-x on sale, so that cut my costs down...
My cottage cheese/yogurt mix is usually store brand fat free stuff.
Hope this helps. I guess I've got a knack for cheap living because I've always managed to eat cheap...even in the "bad old days"....
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (550 posts) at 02:16 PM
Wow David...very impressive but what I really wanna know is...where'ja get those undies???
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2338 posts) at 02:21 PM
WOWZA!!!!!!
yeah baby, ery interesting indeed.
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (45 posts) at 03:06 PM
Oh....lol, they're custom Speedo's...
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscles_Marinara (27 posts) at 03:10 PM
*psssst* Dave.. I think I have an idea why you're single.
*points at custom speedo*
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (45 posts) at 03:20 PM
Could be on to something there, Muscles!
lol The way some of the guys at work talk, I might be better off single. (Married guys grumbling? Nah, can't be)
Body for Life Forum Message by nursegillum (40 posts) at 01:05 AM
We are a little cult here; and yes, I, too read Oxygen and M&F Hers EVERY month w/o fail, daydream constantly of being fit and healthy, and, okay, looking dynamite in my smaller clothes! And I even read BFLTracker at work. At least if we're obsessed, we can do so in the masses, and it's a better addiction than food or other vices! Good Luck! Lisa ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 11:30 AM
losingit said:
I knew people were a bit into it, but the above makes mme feel a bit better. I was beginning to think i'm taking this too seriously. Why don't non-BFLers get it though? I ended up having a massive e-mail heated debate about me spending soo much time in the gym and working things out around exercise and eating. They were basically mocking me that i'd managed to not have a drink for the whole of January. Trying to explain to people who have never really tried dieting and intense exercise to create the body they want is pretty hard. I'll def try and get some pictures up here next week.
you know what? they are probably JEALOUS! they see how hard you are working and it makes them take a good long look at themselves!
you just keep going the way you are going and take their criticism as flattery! the harder you work, the more resistance you will get! the better you look, the harder many will try to get you off course! hang in there
Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (44 posts) at 06:19 PM
I'm in that place right now. I NEED TO GO WORK!!!! (in a minute :o) My husband says he's glad I'm not obsessed with my weight and BFL, NOTTTTT!!! (but he's loving the rewards!) I eat, sleep and breath tracker and BFL.
Kathy
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 11:40 AM
here is an AWESOME exercise website.
http://www.exrx.net/Lists/Directory.html
Body for Life Forum Message by nursegillum (40 posts) at 01:11 AM
I love Thunderstruck by AC/DC, the opening guitars riff and the pounding drums get me in high hear; 50 cent's In Da Club, Madonna's new song Hung Up rocks, too! I have my little Rio MP3 full of fast dance and techno to keep me pumped thru my workouts. And yeah, Don't cha by the Pussycat Dolls rocks; so does Pump It by the Black Eyed Peas!!!! Can you tell I LOVE my music?!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (482 posts) at 04:24 AM
Really great songs! My favourite motivator these days is Queen's 'Don't Stop Me Now' (and I always think of it when I see Can't Stop Me--there ya go, chickie Pie, I think of you lots). Here's a few lines:
I'm a rocket ship on my way to Mars,
On a collision course,
I am a satellite I'm out of control,
I am a sex machine ready to reload,
Like an atom bomb about to,
Oh oh oh oh oh explode!!
I'm burning through the skies Yeah!,
Two hundred degrees,
That's why they call me Mister Fahrenheit,
I'm trav'ling at the speed of light,
I wanna make a supersonic woman out of you. . .
Makes me want to get up and push it!!
Have a great BFL day!
Love,
Persephone
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (65 posts) at 05:42 AM
Mr. Brightside by the killers is the song of the day apparently, It is the first thing I wanted to here when I woke up.
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 11:35 AM
Ngo Excuses said:
I love music & I always assign songs to my life...each of my children has a song chosen for them...
So I chose a song for this challenge "I Will Survive" by Gloria Gaynor. When I feel cravings I sing the song to the bad food & I get past it...sometimes I throw in alittle dance...
So yesterday McDonald's was on my mind since I woke up (don't know why)...by midday I couldn't take it anymore & decided to give in...
I kid you not...as soon as I turned into McDonald's driveway guess what song comes on the radio..."I Will Survive"...
Now I use to never believe in coincidences until I learned the true meaning of the word a year ago...
Coincidence means to "co-incide"...things that are meant to happen at the same exact time!
Needless to say, I can't sing with a mouth full of food...so I decided to drive away & sing my song...it was like my world is supporting me...
I was so excited...I didn't go back...no McD's for me...
So if you had to give your challenge a song, which one would it be & why?
Denise
I love PCD's "doncha" as well and i LOVE the Nike ad!
Body for Life Forum Message by HaremGirl2006 (14 posts) at 12:58 PM
Foxy Lady by Jimi Hendrix: When I walk into the room it would be great if everyone just burst out into that song and started dancing around. :-)
As it is... I listen to Dave Matthews Band when I am doing cardio. I sometimes do my cardio to a DVD of Dave Matthews videos. He went for his dream and I am going for mine. That motivates me. :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (45 posts) at 01:57 PM
Suz2lose:
Good to see Hendrix and SRV fans here!
They are two of my 5 favorite guitar players (the others are Buddy Holly, Randy Rhoads, and Chuck Berry)...
My song for this fitness challenge? "Wall of Denial" by Stevie Ray Vaughan: "No matter what the trouble/We carry deep inside/No escape from the truth/But the truth can't be denied/When the walls of denial...come tumbling down...."
BFL has helped me overcome MY walls of denial when it comes to fitness and self-esteem and to being awake in living....
One of these days in the not too distant future, I'm gonna be out by the pool or by the ocean with my better body...and with a Stevie Ray Vaughan CD going....
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (186 posts) at 06:24 PM
STEVIE RAY!
Anything by Stevie Ray can get me going!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1490 posts) at 06:44 PM
Thank you all so much for your kind words!!!!
I Love you all!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by leanzzz (14 posts) at 07:25 PM
Thank you for the inspiration. I will be getting my photos taken on Jan. 30th and I will definitely be dreaming about being a finalist. I agree with all that you said. God bless. I believe in the impossible becoming possible.
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (160 posts) at 07:41 AM
hahaha okay you're forgiven mike :) LOL
okay so lets see half of a teaspoon once a day then? does that sound right?
Does anything happen when you stop taking this.. or withdrawls or anything? The whole reason I am taking it is to boost my lean mass and recovery and such for until about mid april.. so if I stop then nothing crazy will happen will it.. poof I'll be a man.. lol
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (23 posts) at 09:46 AM
Alright Michigan Mike, you seem to know your stuff, what would you comment on Betagen Actve Repair. I know it has Phosphagen Creatine and HMB in it but what are their specific roles and how well does this combination work.
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 11:27 AM
with creatine, you must drink alot of water! very important!
Body for Life Forum Message by Boise Lifer (25 posts) at 11:37 AM
I don't think it is ever bad to cycle supplements. That way your body doesn't become too dependant on it and stop producing it's own form of, whatever the supplement is. Just my opinion. =) I think this time around, I will take it for 10 weeks, cycle off for 2-4 wks.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1140 posts) at 01:19 PM
I take more than five grams a day never experienced any side effects. I am taking between five and ten grams currently. I do drink lots of water. Hope this helps
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 02:34 PM
where is Skigg's site about creatine located (please)? would appreciate it much. Thanks. SarahM
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1628 posts) at 03:51 PM
creatine monohydrate is creatine monohydrate no matter what the name on the label is. I always buy the cheapest stuff I can find. If it says 99% pure on the label it's good. Creatine takes a little while to get used to but the 5 gms per serving is for men for a woman I think 3 gms should be enough. A loading phaze is still necessary though, it's just been proven that a shorter one is just as good (3 days). After you're done your loading phaze you should notice a large increase in your strength. If you do not then it could be a bad batch or you may need a longer loading phaze or you could even be a non-responder. However the pecentage of non responders is very low with creatine. Don't forget to mix it with a high glycemic carb. I'm currently using half a scoop of powdered gatorade (yuck!! but it works). If you really want to try a serious boost in the gym try mixing it with some l-arginine also. This'll give you wicked muscle pumps. I would also reccomend some glutamine post exercise and before bed to aid with recovery. I've been doing this for the past 4 weeks and my arms have grown almost an inch :) Oh and I've been using Muscle Armor as well but I'm finding this stuff to be pretty damn expensive. I hope this helps.
P.S. the bloating will disapear after a little while. I have a very sensitive stomach.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1628 posts) at 03:59 PM
Also in response to Boise Lifters post. Creatine is not something our body produces it is an amino found in protien mainly red meat. However in order to get just 5 grams of creatine from a steak you'd have to eat a 10oz steak a day. During loading phaze 4 10oz steaks a day LOL
And How does creatine and HMB work together? Creatine chanels water into your muscles (very non scientific) since our muscles are made mostly of water this in turn makes us stronger which allows us to lift more. HMB EAS says is actually a muscle builder so this suplement is supposed to actually add muscle. Therefore on paper creatine and HMB appear to be the ultimate team I'd personally add Glutamine for repair and there's the perfect trio. Hope this helps....Jay
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (296 posts) at 04:26 PM
Young Guns says creatine is not something our bodies produce. Really!?? Here's a quote from Creatine-com, a site about nothing but creatine: "Creatine is made up of three amino acids - Arginine, Glycine and Methionine. Our liver has the ability to combine these three amino acids and make creatine. The other way we get creatine is from our diet." I would say that rather conclusively shows that creatine IS manufacured in the body. Problem is, it's not maintained in OPTIMUM amounts, which is why you should go for that 5.25 grams a day, without cycling, without loading, and without peeing out a bunch of wasted creatine. MShaun wants to know what the roles of Phosphagen creatine and HMB are. Please see my next post.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (296 posts) at 04:37 PM
MShaun, Phosphagen creatine is simply EAS's brand of creatine monohydrate. They came up with the name based upon how it works chemically. To understand what creatine does and how it works, go to www.absolute-creatine.com. Essentially it drives water into the muscles and enlarges them, giving them more strength to do a workout, and it promotes healing and recovery of muscle tissue. As to HMB, it is said to stop the catabolism of muscle during heavy exercise or prolonged dieting. There is much controversy over whether it really does that, but I know it is not harmful. Marc Bennett, the director of Body for Life, swears by it, and I do trust him.
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (23 posts) at 06:37 PM
Michiganmike, thanks for the reply. This information is helpful. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by leanzzz (14 posts) at 07:37 PM
I take Phosphagen Elite by EAS and it is incredible. I have not had any side effects from it. I started out at 160 lbs. on my first challenge on May 2, 2005 and at the end of the twelve weeks I weighed 190 lbs, mostly muscular weight gain. For the first time in my life I was actually muscular. I combined it with Myopro Whey Protein.
Good luck. Jesse
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (160 posts) at 07:51 PM
SarahM: http://www.skwigg.com/id53.html and it is Skwigg.. not Skigg like I misprinted in my first post ;).
So it's only 3 days for loading?? Should I know if it is working and if I should stop it loading or keep going a bit longer? Should it be taken before workingout or after or does it matter? I have heard both sides on this. Thanks for all the info!
Body for Life Forum Message by SarahM (14 posts) at 08:25 PM
Thanks Forest Tech for the link. I'll check it out. Wanting to take a supplement- definitely thinking about using supps w/ creatine (although I'm very SKEPTICAL). Need to see if I can find the difference b/w Phosphagen and Betagen..... Hopefully the site you posted can help me out. I will also check out the site you posted MichiganMike.
I'm 5 ft 6 and right now I'm somewhere in the upper 190's (don't plan on weighing in or measuring until 3rd or 4th week (just finished week 2). Anyone's post is welcomed for what creatine supplement EAS has worked for you BFLers out there. What do you think leanzzz and MichiganMike? Thanks. SarahM
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (938 posts) at 07:55 AM
Speaking of the mental side of things (and maybe the reason I posted this thread), I threw my back out something fierce on Thursday morning early. I had slightly aggravated it on Sunday/Monday, but had gotten some relief by my chiropractor. I think I jumped back into my workouts a bit too early on Tuesday and then Thursday happened. I have seen my doctor and just need to rest the muscles back there. Can't rush these things.
I am mentally pushing through this and being patient, so my back can rest and repair. I hope I am back at it on Monday, but if not, I will face that mental challenge head on. PEAKS and VALLEYS.....Adversity....it's part of life!
BIG BULL convalescin'
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (186 posts) at 06:29 PM
Hey, this thing is 90% mental, the other half is the food/physical! (Thanks to Yogi Berra)
Body for Life Forum Message by leanzzz (14 posts) at 07:30 PM
Hey Mr. Bull, the mental game is real and it is alot easier to overcome when you have an exercise partner. It helps alot. I got my chiropractor involved. We work out at my house two nights a week and his on Saturday. The competition is great. Have a great day.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 10:49 PM
Does anyone else find it funny that we are calling him Mr. Bull?
I don't know....maybe it is me....but he seems more like a BIG BULL, than a Mr. Bull.
I guess it is just me.....
Body for Life Forum Message by Miz G (84 posts) at 11:25 PM
With his commanding presence...I'd be calling him "Mr. BIG BULL, Sir"
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (103 posts) at 12:00 AM
I have started to accept that I will have to stay on BFL for the rest of my life because I know from past experiences that if I go off, I will go right back to the way I was. I am starting to actually feel different about the food I used to love so much. When I eat it, it doesn't give me the satisfaction it used to. But, I know that it is way too easy for me to make free day every day.
I don't think you are wierd at all. All or nothing is ok if you choose the right all.
My personal opinion: if you are going to take freeday, do it and enjoy it without restrictions. If you have to make it laborous, it defeats the purpose. It's like saying you are going to take a day off of work but only taking half the day off or working off and on throughout the day. That's not a day off!
If you are an all or nothing person, then I say choose one or the other-free day or no free day. Then you at least feel in control because you have chosen to do it or not do it.
I'm not saying to make it an all out, morning to evening binge. You don't have to plan freeday, but think about the choices you make and how they will make you feel before eating something. You might find that free day tones itself down on its own because you grow tired of feeling like crap and the food doesn't hold the same power over you.
Like I said, this is just my opinion:)
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (186 posts) at 06:32 PM
Man, I need to move where you guys live. I was doing my cardio this morning and on the three screens available to the treadmills, all were on cartoons. I'm 47 years old. I like the older cartoons, not the new ones!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (836 posts) at 06:50 AM
Kris~
Sometimes all we need to do is get it off our chest and we feel better and are back on track.
I will tell you this....eating clean is about 75% of BFL in my opinion. If you had a good eating week that is awesome. The food part is the hardest for me to keep in check.
Get back on track with your workouts this week and kick some serious bootay!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by ReenieC (152 posts) at 11:37 AM
Hi Kris, this program should not be about making us feel guilty; instead, focus on what you're able to do and do that with intensity. If time and work constraints are holding you back from a workout, think of what you can do on days when you know you can't get to the gym. for instance, I'll take 3 walk breaks during the day and walk around the campus and go up/down flights of stairs...when done at a fast pace this can really rev up your metabolism!! Bring a couple dumbbells to work and keep by your desk...just some ideas!! The important thing to remember is this is body for LIFE...and life should not be a guilt trip. You are doing something to improve yourself, and congratulate yourself for trying.
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (65 posts) at 05:53 AM
Well as soon as I find someone brave enough to take the pictures, I will put them up. But I am stoked, I did my first double digit run today, and think I may have joined the more mile than degrees club today. IT WAS SO COLD, I had ice forming on my brow.
I just wanted to tell you guys that you are all doing great, keep up the good friggin work. Seeing your progress and hearing that Im not the only one struggling with my old life (but I havent given in yet) is keeping my motivated!!!! and for those of yall that remember a post a month ago, I will be home to see my wife on WED. so I guess today is the end of the goin home challenge and the start of the "Operation Dont F**K it up on Vacation" Challenge.
Unlucky volunteer, just came in so feel free to post on progress. I dont see to much in the picture, but I can see it without the camera and feel it inside!!
KEEP PUSHIN
MATT
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesdad (1 posts) at 07:16 AM
LOL at your new challenge. You are braver than me... I go the the gym when its that cold.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (702 posts) at 07:34 AM
Great job, Matt!
And welcome to the Tracker, Reagiesdad!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (513 posts) at 09:07 AM
OOPS.... That was me posting above.... but Paul appreciates the welcome.....
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (938 posts) at 09:15 AM
You are the man!!! thanks for running a mile for ol' BULL, too! Damn, my back hurts!
BB
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (65 posts) at 10:10 AM
AHHH, Good NAP..
Trust me I would have went to the gym except that 1. The Dreadmill always trys to Trip me (damn him) 2. The group would have never let me live it down (peer pressure is a wonderful thing sometimes)even though only 6 people showed up.
and yeah BB I had to run the 9th mile for everyone else, because I didnt wanna run it for me, but the last mile I got my head back and finished strong!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Spec V Me (14 posts) at 09:01 AM
What gives with definition? Where does one have to be to have a clearly defined six pack? My measurements keep getting smaller and according to http://www.linear-software.com/online.html I have a body fat percentage of 6.07%. Shouldn't that be enough?! I do have definition but I am talking about real complete definition. Does it magically appear at 5% like when it rains and the last remaining puddles on the street evaporate and whalla, there is the street. Do you think that the software is that far off?
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1194 posts) at 09:21 AM
http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
Try another site. I attached one. I would think that that low of body fat you should see your abs. I have LOTS more than that and I am Starting to see mine.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1194 posts) at 09:24 AM
http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/kurilla5.htm
and check that out.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Spec V Me (14 posts) at 09:37 AM
Lori
I read the article and used the first link that you gave me and came up with nearly the same results, 6.5%. Although I can see my abs, I am talking about totally ripped abs, the kind male models and body builders have. I set a goal of 6% bodyfat at the beginning of this challenge and have arrived only to not be totally satisfied with the results. I feel that generally speaking, all males exhibit the same characteristics at certain BF%'s and would like to know from anyone out there what your abs look like at 6%, 5%, 4%, etc(obviously not much lower than that).
Body for Life Forum Message by Spec V Me (14 posts) at 09:48 AM
I guess what I am looking for are abs like in the picture on the measurement link:
http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1194 posts) at 10:14 AM
LOL yeah, me too.
Without seeing yours it's hard to say how to get there, not like I am an expert anyway, cause I am far from it, but have you changed your ab workout? Do a variety of different exercises to work all different muscles?
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 11:21 AM
how did you measure your body fat?
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (150 posts) at 11:26 PM
Anyone interested in getting together for a BFL meeting to start up a club, we will meet on Monday, Feb 6, 2006 at 6:00 pm at Barnes & Noble bookstore located at 8620 E. 71st St. in Tulsa, OK.
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 02:12 PM
im a bf-ing newbie too. my son is 6mos old. i do drink protein drinks, but i do stay away from betagen and that sort of thing. and i take my daily prenatal vitamin still
Body for Life Forum Message by HaremGirl2006 (14 posts) at 12:49 PM
Hey!
Thanks for posting your progress!!! I'm so happy to hear that you guys are doing well. ibmissy: you can do this!!! I definitely saw a difference in your progress photos!!! Keep on rockin it out girl!!! You're doing awesome!!!!
I have been away for a few days... Today is the end of week 3 for me. I have lost 8 pounds since right before new years. I gained a lot of muscle too which makes me happy. :-)
Let's rock this out!!!
-Jasmine :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by kjsmith (18 posts) at 04:05 AM
I love cc but mu hubby doesn't. I like to make a cheesecake dessert out of it:
1/2 c cc
3 tsp of sugar free cheesecake pudding mix
1 tsp ff sour cream
1 tbsp fat free milk
Put ingrediants in a food processer until smooth. Sometimes I put 1 tsp of graham cracker crumbs on top
Kris
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 02:14 PM
i love the incline curls too. i need to go get me some more dumbbells. right now its 15, 20, 25lbs. i need to get me some 30 and 35's.
Body for Life Forum Message by bubblz7 (71 posts) at 02:38 PM
Its so true, its not how much weight, but how you are using it. I see people at the gym lifting 10 lb weights with muscles BULGING! I am upping my weights as often as I can. I am weak in upper so typically I'm using 10, 12, 15, and 20 lbs dumbbells but did increase chest presses to 10, 15, 20 and 25 this past Friday.
Lower body workout, I'm doing 15, 20, 25 and 30 lb dumbbell squats, deadlifts, and calf raises. Will try to increase that this week.
Remember, NEVER GIVE UP!!
Suzanne
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1628 posts) at 04:11 PM
Not a newbie but this might inspire some of you a bit. When I started I could bench press 115lbs now that's my warm up. My squat was about 135 now 225. My arm curls were at 15 or 20 lbs now I curl 40 lb dumbells. Oh tricep cable presses were about 50 lbs and yesterday I did the full stack 150 lbs :) these are all slow controlled and perfect form lifts. No cheating.
Body for Life Forum Message by VanessaDG (15 posts) at 12:01 PM
I just finished week 2! In the last 2 weeks I have had such and increase in energy and have lost 6 inches off my entire body and 3.2 lbs!! I'm very excited...can't wait to see what the next 2 weeks bring!
Body for Life Forum Message by veganmom (10 posts) at 12:12 PM
Good for you! Keep going! :)
VeganMom
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (161 posts) at 12:44 PM
You look so happy in your new pic!!! And you can definitely see your waist trimming down :) Keep up the good work!
Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by kjsmith (18 posts) at 12:01 AM
I love cereal!! I have a bowl of Smartstart. It's loaded with fiber, but has very little protein, so I eat a little cottage cheese to get in my protein.
Kris
Body for Life Forum Message by nursegillum (40 posts) at 01:00 AM
You should try Kashi Healthy Heart(?); I love this stuff; 110 cal per 3/4 c with 6g of fiber per serving and it actually tastes good too! I eat it 2-3 times a week with splenda, skim milk and frozen blueberries. Yummy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (160 posts) at 07:19 AM
I eat Kashi GoLean.. the plain kind. It has 14g protien, 10g fiber, and 31g carbs and 190 cal per a full cup. I like the added carbs first thing in the morning then cut them back a little more the later the meal is in the day.
Body for Life Forum Message by bubblz7 (71 posts) at 08:31 AM
I eat a 1/2 cup of Fiber One cereal with my eggwhite omlette. 1/2 cup has:
60 calories
2 g protein
25 g carbs
14 g fiber
1 g fat
I find it helps keep me "regular" and without it I have trouble. With 14 g of fiber, you can't go wrong.
Remember, NEVER GIVE UP!!
Suzanne
Body for Life Forum Message by Minka (11 posts) at 02:18 PM
1 scoop vanilla pro powder
1 container fatfree cottage cheese
1 box instant sugar free pudding
1 container fatfree cool whip
1/4 cp skim milk
mix the protein, cottage cheese, milk and pudding in a blender. "fold" in the coolwhip, refrigerate.
this is soooo good
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 03:52 PM
how many servings?
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 10:51 PM
bump
Body for Life Forum Message by beachsoccer (18 posts) at 04:29 PM
Don't buy Hershey's suger free chocolate syrup. In a moment of weakness I thought it would be okay on an anyday sunday. Well, it was not okay, really not okay. More like heinous anyday including Sunday.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (856 posts) at 05:37 PM
oh yeah, that stuff is nasty.
I had to throw it out too.
Body for Life Forum Message by beachsoccer (18 posts) at 04:50 PM
I took the EFL "Tropical Treat" and adjusted it to what I have. I liked the thread on how much people spend on groceries. I got a weird voyeristic thrill out of comparing grocery bills. Embarrased to say I have no idea what I spend, but berries are cheap in Oregon in the summer so I froze a metric tone....
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup sugar free yogurt
1 cup frozen blueberries
1 cup frozen rasberies
a few dried cherries and some lichee because I had a can of it around
I think this is proportionate....and should make two servings.
Body for Life Forum Message by beachsoccer (18 posts) at 05:04 PM
You know how there are mid meals of like two eggs and an orange or like an apple and a piece of string cheese? Do other people have ideas for ways to pack a mid meal with a vegetable? This week I packed a baby artichoke and two eggs, or a baby artichoke and string cheese and it worked out well. No prep and easy to snack on during my graphic design critiques. I'm looking for other unobtrusive snacks....I don't want to be stinky messy snack girl, but I want to eat in class after I swim at night. I tried veg. sticks with cottage cheese and salsa yogurt dip, which is okay, but a little dangerous because of the spill factor I don't want to have to lick tupperwear in class. Augh, just thought of one: Red or green pepper and egg whites or string cheese. Anyone have more ideas?
