Body for Life Forums Posts for Jan 4, 2006: 515 Messages

Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (82 posts) at 11:44 PM:
Congrats to Texas. Being an Oklahoma Sooner fan I would not normally root for the Longhorns, but thanks for keeping the OU 47 win streak intact. That was definitely one of the best games I've ever seen. Brian

Body for Life Forum Message by wdrew (249 posts) at 11:45 PM:
AWSOME game! Tuesday's Penn State/Florida State game and tonights game were both utterly fantastic and worth the loss of sleep. Vincent Young is a friggin stud!

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 11:48 PM:
Yes he rocks!!!!! I LOVE HIM!!! Here is what I wrote at the beginning of the season.. on 8/29/05 hmmmm I hate to say but do you believe me now?;-) Ok, I am so looking forward to this football season!!!!! I have one name for all of you VINCE YOUNG! I have watched this kid from the moment he has started with UT. My husband has told me about him since he was a senior in high school. This kid is a freak! He is amazing and his talent is beyond anyones belief. Take a good look everyone this is your next NFL superstar! Mark my words! His jaw dropping plays will literally do that to you as you watch him. I know the first time I saw him play I was like holy mother of god! Where in the heck did this guy come from. Needless to say, I am so excited about this upcoming season. Who wouldn't be with a player like this. And who knows with his talent being so incredible, almost mystical this might be his last year with us as a junior. As my husband said, "he could just end up being the #1 draft pick as a senior, and he would be nuts to pass up a 9 mil a yr. contract". I have to agree. It is amazing to see how much this kid has grown and matured as well. Not only in his plays and talent. But also his physique. He was almost gazelle like when was a freshman. Now look at him. I guess if you gonna be a Quarterback and a Running back you better get some mass on you. Esp. if your gonna be running the ball with those 250 & 300 lb lineman going after you! I mean look at this picture below! This happens so much through a game. And he has become even more clever about when he chooses to run with it. I mean it is like shaaabammmm and no one can catch him. And it's another score by Vince Young. Yeah, every one don't blink you don't want to miss this one! So if you can, even if you are not a UT fan, be sure to check out a game if you can. Might want to check this guy out before he really hits the big time. I know it has been a pleasure watching him since his freshman year. Yeah he was out on the field as a "freshman", thats gotta tell you something! HOOK'EM HORNS! That was an awesome game! What a game played by both teams!

Body for Life Forum Message by wahine808 (15 posts) at 11:50 PM:
It was a really good game, much better than last year's. However, if the officials had tossed the hankie on Vinnie, who was down before he flipped it to the other guy for a TD, we'd be singing a different song - Conquest! Sigh. Fight on.

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 11:56 PM:
Thats alright Reggie can have the Heisman.... looks like Vince might just get another shot and we uhmm are NAT'L CHAMPS Woooohooooooo! LOL Ok gloating done I promise. Ok maybe not! I have waited a long time for this damn it! YIIIIIPPPPPPPPPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

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Thread: Seems like a lot of food! (103 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (32 posts) at 09:44 AM:
Keep in mind that a portion of the good foods have less calories and fat and all the other nasty things that keep people overweight than a portion of bacon cheeseburger from the fast food place. While it feels like you're eating a lot of food, you're getting less of the junk that keeps the weight on, so you still lose weight. In addition, since you're full, you don't have the desire to binge on junk, so it's all good :) Tom Who asked that same question once on another forum

Thread: How many eggs in a portion? (46 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by shibox (8 posts) at 12:49 AM:
In eating for life, if there's no other protein usually 2 whole eggs are a serving, or (better) 1 whole egg and 3 egg whites. Although the servings there are for an "average" person. So if you're a petite female, you'll need to scale that down, or if you're a 6'5" male, you may need a bit more. Scrambled vs. hardboiled doesn't matter as long as you're not scrambling in oil or butter. Hope this helps!

Thread: Condiment Options (96 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (32 posts) at 09:42 AM: Condiment Options
Ok folks, I'm preparing my grocery list for my first week of my challenge. One thing I refuse to do is eat nasty. I love my food to taste yummy nad learned a long time ago you can eat healthy and no sacrifice taste. That said, I'm not sure about my condiment option with BFL. I want to stick to the program faithfully, at least for the first challenge, and I'm not sure what my options are. Fat-free mayo? BBQ Sauce? Ketsup? Any suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated. The only thing I have to rule out is hot sauce and other spicy stuff. I hate spicy. Thanks, Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 10:09 AM:
Im sorry you dont like spicy stuff because I believe spicy food is AWESOME :) That being said, I think one of the best condiments out there is worcestershire sauce. It tastes great on scrambled eggs and is very low cal/sodium. Ms. Dash is also a great option to flavor your food with. I also use those 3 you mentioned as well. The only thing I try to stay away from is full sodium soy sauce and full fat salad dressings

Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (327 posts) at 11:50 AM:
Here is a list of condiments I use and have had success with BFL: Ketchup - I bought one of those squirters like they have at fast food places and it comes out in a really thin line versus a giant glob, this way a little goes a long way. Mustard - any kind Relish - in tuna Fat Free Mayo - no more than 1-2 teaspoons Newman's Low Fat Balsalmic Vinigrette - up to 2 tablespoons on a salad Montreal Chicken/Steak Seasoning - for seasoning grilled meat Mrs. Dash when I'm really watching the sodium or on super lean down eating Cinnamon - oatmeal, apples and cottage cheese Butter Buds or Molly Mc Butter If I think of any more, I'll let you know.

Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (327 posts) at 11:52 AM:
Oh yes, BBQ sauce, I use that on BBQ Chicken Pizza, I don't see a problem with 1 Tablespoon for dipping chicken, but if you use Montreal Chicken Seasoning, you really don't need anything to dip it in. Also, I did want to mention that Mrs. Dash is on the spicy side, I think. I don't mind spicy, but my kids won't eat it.

Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1551 posts) at 11:56 AM:
if you buy real balsamic vinegar it's fat free and then add a tbs of good quality olive oil you've got an awesome salad dressing that's high in efa's which is good.

Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (32 posts) at 12:00 PM:
Thanks folks! Greatly appreciated! Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by wahine808 (15 posts) at 05:38 PM:
Great question - I wanted to know too! BTW, I second (or third!) the MOntreal seasoning - yum!

Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (213 posts) at 06:03 PM:
Condiments? Haven't used them since high school--oh, wait! Oh, never mind! I thought you meant, uh, well, but you are talking about spices, right? Whew! I thought that this might have been the ultimate off-topic thread for a moment there.

Thread: EFL Golden Pancakes (48 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by 4sweetums (4 posts) at 09:55 AM: EFL Golden Pancakes
So, I have a question...I made these this morning for me and my hubby. They were really good and I LOVE pancakes. In the EFL book the receipe says it serves 2. Well, when you make all of the pancakes using 1/4C. scoop you have quite a few pancakes...8 to be exact. So, should we both really have 4 pancakes...:0/

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 10:13 AM:
Without my book in front of me, that sounds right. I never really measured them into 1/4 cup scoops though. I make them in single servings (.5C Cottage cheese/.5C oatmeal/3 egg whites) and make one huge pancake for myself :)

Thread: can you screw up hard boiled eggs? (68 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by reagan123 (112 posts) at 12:42 PM: can you screw up hard boiled eggs?
i've never tried to make them, is it possible to screw this up :) thanks for any feedback.

Body for Life Forum Message by truetoome (7 posts) at 12:49 PM:
I guess if you over cook them they get harder or tough. if you boil them for about 15 to 20 minutes you should be good. The yolk inside should be dark yellow or like a grey yellow when boiled. Just keep water in the pan and keep them covered.

Body for Life Forum Message by TreeStand (86 posts) at 01:01 PM:
yup, just to add here too little = soft boiled 15 minutes after the boiling water starts rollin

Body for Life Forum Message by reagan123 (112 posts) at 01:04 PM:
do you keep it on a high boil the entire time or do you turn it down a bit once the water starts to boil.... that's the last question i have on these things :)

Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (487 posts) at 01:06 PM:
I've settled on this method, and it turns out perfect (yellow hard yolks) hard-boiled eggs every time (thanks to Martha Stewart):

1. Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover them with cool water by 1 inch. Slowly bring water to a boil over medium heat; when the water has reached a boil, cover and remove from heat. Let sit 12 minutes.

2. Transfer eggs to a colander; place under cool running water to stop the cooking. Eggs can be peeled and served immediately. Remaining eggs, with shells on, may be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

(Only I don't transfer my eggs anywhere.  I simply dump the hot water and refill the pan with cold water.)

Body for Life Forum Message by vitameatavegimin gal (5 posts) at 01:12 PM:
Hot Body's method is the same as I learned from some very sweet Grandmas !! It works great and the yolks don't get that grayish color around them.

Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (327 posts) at 02:27 PM:
Definately run cold water over them after you drain them, if you don't they'll be hard to peel.

Thread: anybody do the oatmeal with protein powder? (54 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 07:49 PM: anybody do the oatmeal with protein powder?
I cooked up 6 servings this morning to save time this week before school. I did this once before and put the protein powder in it before I put it in the fridge. Then I just scooped it out in the mornings for breakfast. It was kinda gritty and didn't really seem "right" to me. Is adding the protein powder to the cooked oatmeal and storing it for a couple days bad? I just put the oatmeal in the fridge plain this time and figure I can add the protein individually. Is there a problem either way? Sugestions??

Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (380 posts) at 08:21 PM:
I love it. But i have never tried making it ahead of time. can't help ya

Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (359 posts) at 08:28 PM:
I tried it once and was told to make the protien shake then use that as your liqued in the oatmeal. I added it after it was cooked and it was bad.

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 08:55 PM:
I have this almost every morning and I just put my scoop of protein powder in with the water to cook it in the microwave then when it is done I add about 1/8C of 1%milk to make it creamy. This morning I used my banana powder and when it was done I put a tablespoon of applesauce in it. It was really good!

Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (942 posts) at 11:14 PM:
It would probably be better to mix UN cooked oatmeal and protein powder, then put them in little tupperware bowls, then in the morning just grab the little bowl, add your water and nuke it for a minute or 2. You could even put the cinnamon and/or Splenda in ahead of time, too. Would that be fast enough for ya, speedy?? :D

Thread: frozen turkey burgers (53 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 07:54 PM: frozen turkey burgers
OK, it's like I've never done this stuff before..lol. I used to buy frozen turkey burgers at Sam's. I got some tonight and cooked two. Only THEN did I peek at the label, just out of curiosity. These are NOT the same pattied I used to get! These are like 320 calories!!! 21g of FAT! and 27g of protein!!!! HOLY SCHNIKIES BATMAN!!!! I think they collected all the laziest, fattest turkies out there to make these things!!!! Would the fat content be OK if I just ate half?? How much fat are we supposed to be eating with each meal? And.. where the heck can I get the lighter frozen turky patties?? They went and switched my good patties up with fatty patties (snicker). Lordy be...

Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (359 posts) at 08:32 PM:
That sucks

Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (327 posts) at 08:42 PM:
I would hate to see you waste money and not eat them, but 21 grams is a lot of fat for one meal, for me 21 grams would be close to my daily maximum. 1/2 would be okay but that would be a small meal portion of protein. I would eat a whole one with some low glycemic fruit, be extra careful on your other meals and get rid of them quickly or save them for your free day (boring...) or feed them to the kids (right!) or give them to the dog if you have one. You have to be careful with those turkey burgers, they are tricky. Maybe you could buy some extra lean turkey at the grocery store and make your own to freeze.

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 09:08 PM:
That is a lot! I wonder why yours were so fattening? I have some in the freezer called Honeysuckle White Lean Turkey Patties and they are 160 cal, and 8 grams of fat. You oughta ask for a refund! LOL

Since were on burgers, I just tried some of the BEST veggie burgers...they are "Morning Farms Grillers Prime" and I think it is way better than a regular patty. It has 170 cal and 9 grams of fat. I had one for lunch today on a single piece of ww bread, lettuce and some salsa. DELICIOUS!

Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (942 posts) at 11:10 PM:
Yikes! Thats so lame that they did that to you! lol I get the frozem boca bugers or whatever they are, YUM! I'd probably just save them for free day. Serioulsy, if you havn't opened them Id take them back!

Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (11 posts) at 11:43 PM:
Agreed- The best, best frozen burgers are boca.... I promise if you try them you'll never go back: 15 grams protein, 3 grams fat, plus, fiber too. Their sausages are good too.

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Thread: Maintenance? (144 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by reagan123 (112 posts) at 08:42 AM:
Here's a quick true story... I did a challenge and lost about 24lbs. Then I went into "maintenance mode", Now i'm back to where I started 208lbs. :) I'm sure some people can ween off the diet and eat little amounts of unhealthy foods, but I have proven to myself that I can't. Good Luck with whatever you do. :)

Thread: 5lbs or 10lbs that is the question... (182 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (327 posts) at 12:00 PM:
I have always done 5lb increments on everything except for smith machine squats and the leg press. Sometimes I have to do 2.5lbs increments, you just need to listen to your body. I think 10lbs is too big of a jump. Nicabod, I have the same problem with 15lbs being too easy and 20's being too heavy. I have tried switching my exercises to another machine to build up more strength and then going back to dumbbells. I have heard they make 1lb magnetic plates that attach to dumbells to help with that problem.

Thread: exercise intensity... help (156 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by jsturgeon64- (3 posts) at 09:35 AM:
I just started jan 2, 2006, and I am having trouble figuring out the intensity thing also, it is hard to gauge what is a 5 or 8 I think I have what a 9 and 10 are.

Body for Life Forum Message by biffler (226 posts) at 11:32 AM:
a 9 or 10 should feel like.... every second is lasting for a minute (at least that's how it feels for me!) People at the gym should be wondering WTF you are doing on that elliptical trainer (or cardio machine of choice) the saliva in your mouth should get sticky and icky :) making water taste like fine champagne and after a few weeks of doing this, you will see better results than anyone else who just isn't giving it all they've got!

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 11:35 AM:
WOW biffler..... you must be watching me on the stairmaster.....you got it down sister, that's exactly what it feels like atlast I'm doing one thing right

Thread: Dead Lifts (137 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 01:23 PM: Dead Lifts
Okay....how do I do these without hurting my shoulders and neck? In order to get the right weight to challenge my legs, I end up straining something else. Any suggestions? I am following several books/websites/guidelines for doing them right...which I am certain I am...but I don't know how to get around the shoulder/neck sorness problem. Teresa

Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (453 posts) at 01:28 PM:
Teresa, you shouldn't be feeling it in your neck (???). When I do DL, I keep my shoulders back, back straight, and always keep your head up and looking forward. Also, don't let your hand drop below your ankles.

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 01:51 PM:
well, it isn't totally in my neck. Just pulling the shoulders because of the weight.

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 01:51 PM:
well, it isn't totally in my neck. Just pulling the shoulders because of the weight.

Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (453 posts) at 02:02 PM:
are you using dumbbells or a barbell?

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 02:20 PM:
barbell I started with 20 lbs (known how much the bar was) then went up to 50. Teresa

Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (213 posts) at 02:42 PM:
Hmmmm. It is really difficult to tell you what is the problem without seeing you actually doing the lift, but I have just a couple of thoughts. One is that the more the weight swings out in front of you the more stress is placed on the low back and the shoulders area. It is KEY to make sure that the bar starts out right at the shins and never leaves them. Don't let it out in front of you at all. Second, make sure you have somewhat of an arch (flexion) rather than a rounding of the low back and carry the head up and forward, looking straight in front or even up during the entire lift. If you're still feeling some stress in the shoulders, try reducing the weight. Really, the deadlift is as much or more about the back than anything else. If you can, the best bet for legs is barbell squats, or Smith machine squats, and extensions and curls.

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 02:55 PM:
You really should not be feeling it in your neck. Are you keeping your feet less than shoulder width apart and knees just barely bent? This is how I do them for hamstrings and I don't feel it much until I'm done...then they kill me. Try lowering your weight a bit (maybe 2 15 lbs dumbells) and watching your form and not bending your knees when you let the weight down. I love doing these for my hams, they have really made my legs stronger!

Body for Life Forum Message by ptwob2 (219 posts) at 03:08 PM:
I disagree guys. Deadlift is a compound full body exercise. When done correctly it places stress on many different parts of the body. It targets the legs and the lower back, but I have found that occasionally I also feel it in my neck, shoulders, forearms, hips, and even (strangely enough) my lats and obliques. Squats are GREAT but deadlifts are essential too for a well rounded , full-body core strengthening type of fitness regime. Lift Hard!

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 03:13 PM:
I was doing them for my Hamstring exercises....per the BFL book. Is this what you all do them for?

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 03:42 PM:
ptwob2: Yes I did them the other day and my lats were sore LOL! Answer to your ? I will attempt seeing as I can't see you do them. Are you rounding your back on the way up and down? If so that is your source of neck problems. Are you looking down the entire time while going down and up? Instead of looking straight forward at one spot in front of you the whole time up and down. Are you starting out with straight legs instead of bending down to get the BB? When you should reach down with bent knees keeping your back flat and straight shoulders square not falling forward. Also on the way down you will have a slight bend in the knees as well not completely straight legged. Go through that check list. Your doing one of those things to make you neck hurt. I know what pain your talking about and it is not sore pain. It's from lifting with incorrect form. ;-) Be careful I hope this helps some.

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 03:52 PM:
Well, I have done something wrong. Obviously not as correct as I thought. My neck is so sore right now I can barely move or turn it to the left. blah. I hate this kind of dumb soreness. I hope my Lower Body kills tomorrow from DOMS just to make up for this! Rounding the back?--no, trying to keep my back stright. I was looking down since this was the first time and I was looking at a book, but only on the first few...then I was looking forward. I think. My whole set is with bent knees--bent knee deadlifts....I bend down pick up the bar and lift with my legs, keep the arms straight and in the same position. Yeah, I don't know what I did. But it was wrong, even though I thought I was right. grr....hate that. I'll try again though keeping all these things in mind. Thanks. It is heat for muscles, right? I see a heating pad in the near future for me. Teresa

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 03:54 PM:
Regular deadlifts are not for hamstrings. Stiff leg deadlifts are for hamstrings and are done a little bit differently. What page is the exercise in the BFL book?

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 06:24 PM:
This is not in the BFL book, but rather the little read book they send with the BFL registration...or at least this is how I got it. I also got another copy from Cheryl when she was sending out the t-shirts she got from BFL. They have four exercises for each body part....under Hamstrings is Decline Leg Curls, Bent Leg Deadlifts, Lying Leg Curls and Straight-Leg Deadlifts. Of course this little book does not have page numbers, but you can't miss it...there are only 4 exercises and 2 pictures for each exercise. Does anyone else have this books? Deadlifts are very much for the Hamstrings.

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 09:27 PM:
Okay, there are so many different deadlifts out there. Regular, Romanian, Sumo, Stiff Leg aka straight-leg...etc Regular deadlifts are not for the hamstrings. Its mainly a quad and back exercise although it is a compound movement and it involves a lot of different muscles. The best video I can come up with for a straight-leg deadlift does not go down far enough in my opinion. His form is perfect for hitting the hams, he just needs to take it all the way to the ground. Hope this helps. -Chuck

Thread: Does painting count as cardio or UBWO :) ? (17 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by nola (30 posts) at 08:22 PM: Does painting count as cardio or UBWO :) ?
We are in the process of s-l-o-w-l-y putting our house back together after Hurricane Katrina blew in, so I am doing A LOT of painting this week. So far this week I have painted two large bedrooms by myself, two coats each (since the drywall is new). AND like a lot of others, I started a new challenge on Jan. 2. I have kept up with my workouts "by the book", but I am wiped out tonight. Does week 1 of BFL normally wipe you out? I have 2 more bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, the foyer and then ALL of the trim and 20 doors to paint still. I better be really buff by the time I finish with all that AND this challenge!

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Thread: I ASKED THIS ON A DIFFERENT FORUM, BUT NOBODY ANSWERED, SO I'LL TRY ON THIS ONE (470 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1551 posts) at 12:00 PM:
LMAO you women are hilarious, sometimes I wonder if you're more fixated with your boobs than we are :)~

Body for Life Forum Message by JamsN4 (7 posts) at 12:16 PM:
This is great info and the timing couldn't be better. On a quest for the most effective supplements. Thanks for the insight!

Body for Life Forum Message by wahine808 (15 posts) at 12:20 PM:
Re: adding a carb to make it a meal... Mine has 4 grams of carbs already - should I add more to make it a meal? TIA (and sorry for hijacking your thread Abbie!)

Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (487 posts) at 12:24 PM:
I just had an idea, and it looks like someone was brilliant before me:

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Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2384 posts) at 12:25 PM:
instead of adding ice, you could also add some frozen fruit kept in the freezer for such occasions. Not only does it ad your carb portion, but it makes it a nice fruit flavoured snack! My favs are chocolate blended up with either frozen bananas or strawberries. hmm hmm good!

Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (85 posts) at 07:37 PM:
Use what ever amount of H20 that creates a consistant texture you find most palatable...then follow with additional fluids if needed... I use 15-25 oz of H20 per/pk of MyoPlex original, deluxe & sport! EAS Precision Protein powder & Muscle Drive HP...Most of the time I use about 6-9 oz H20 for every 20gm of Whey isolate protein. If it is a blend...usually more water. With a nutrition bar containing 20gm of blended protein, Usally at least 15oz H20 is sufficient to transport the nutrients. JB

Thread: breaking news!!! I posted week 8 pics! (410 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1674 posts) at 01:10 AM:
Sorry for the late response but I can see big improvement. You may only be a few pounds down but you are definitely leaner and more muscular. How about tracking all your measurements? Jim

Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (71 posts) at 10:53 AM:
AWESOME GARY! You are sooo on your way! Congrats! Denise

Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (28 posts) at 11:12 AM:
Lookin gooooooooooood Gary...Keep going STRONG!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (13 posts) at 06:37 PM:
I can see a big difference in your shoulders and chest. Great job!

Thread: Wow, I finished and I've posted my 12 week pics. (455 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1674 posts) at 01:01 AM:
Just catching up but I have to say you did a great job! Congratulations and good luck on your next challenge! Jim

Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (100 posts) at 04:28 AM:
You look fantastic!!! Congratulations!

Body for Life Forum Message by lovetorun (95 posts) at 06:28 AM:
Congratulations for finishing the 12 weeks!! You look awesome!!

Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (760 posts) at 07:08 AM:
Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great Success!

Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (242 posts) at 07:52 AM:
You look awesome, great job!

Body for Life Forum Message by vitameatavegimin gal (5 posts) at 08:07 AM:
You look AMAZING !!!! WAY TO GO GIRL !!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (162 posts) at 08:39 AM:
You look absolutely GORGEOUS!! GREAT JOB!!! Shelly =)

Body for Life Forum Message by heavyweight (9 posts) at 08:39 AM:
Wow, great results! Seeing reults like these are so encouraging.

Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (942 posts) at 10:17 AM:
Boy you did fantstic-O!! Thanks for posting that! Wooo HOOO!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:21 AM:
WOW is right!!! You look amazing!!! Congratulations to you!!! Outstanding job :D

Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (601 posts) at 10:29 AM:
Man you did a great job! Good for you!

Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (13 posts) at 06:32 PM:
You are another wonderful inspiration to me! Great job on your transformation!

Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (20 posts) at 07:00 PM:
Great job and a true inspiration to all of us newbies.

Thread: Finished C4, truckin on to the next one (87 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1674 posts) at 01:04 AM:
Hey Troy! Congratulations on a great C4! Wish my C4 would have gone as well! You look great! Keep on truckin'!!! Jim

Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (460 posts) at 01:56 AM:
Well done Zooman!! You do look buff! *wolf whistle* Oops, maybe I shouldn't have done that! All the best, "Dr" Pers

Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2139 posts) at 04:26 AM:
Go Zooman go!!!!! Jan. 10th marks one year for me so we're pretty close. You've done excellent thus far so the next year should be even better. Congrats! Tracey

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:44 AM:
My one year is coming up on Jan 17th too. Although its wrong of me to say that because I slacked big time since November and I am just now back at it. So Happy Anniversary Troy!!!!! Might I add...YOU LOOK MAHHHHHVELOUS!!!!! Lisa :D

Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1009 posts) at 08:35 PM:
Hey Troy, Congrats! One Year is a hell of an accomplishment. With " oldies like you and Godessa & Tracey & Jim" posting here, makes me feel like a "junior" at only nine months :) Yours in Health, Kerry

Thread: Is there a BFL support group in the DC area? (23 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by ChrisA (51 posts) at 10:51 PM:
Hey there Fit06, There's good news- we have a local support group for the DC area. It's been a little quiet these days but we're trying to see if we can get things going again for the new year. Have a look at our group website: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/BFL_DC There's also a site on meetup.com but it's inactive and in need of a moderator. Have a look: http://bfl.meetup.com/78/ Anyway feel free to join the group and introduce yourself to the rest- hopefully we can get things rolling again and meet sometime soon. Good luck with the program! Chris

Thread: Push up challenge (696 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by dmac (5 posts) at 12:33 AM:
Just letting you know I'm in too carrying the torch for us aussie girls. I will do the real things 20 a day (but I shall break it into 2 lots of 10). Is that cheating??? : o ) (I don't have the strength to complete twenty yet!!). Also wanted to ask do I need to join a gym guys or can I just do the weight work at home? Will I get the same results? Have weak legs and need to strengthen them. Any suggestions?? Power on all!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (460 posts) at 04:50 AM:
I'm going to stick to Jerry's advice. There are 18 UBWO in this challenge. I'll top up my UBWO with 15 push-ups "Man Style!" (15 x 18 = 270) I know it doesn't sound like a lot--but I really don't want to hurt myself and have to drop out!! If anyone would like to help reduce the guilt factor by lowering your number, please do so! --Pers So far. . . Jeremy 5220 Rod the Bod 5060 BIG BULL 5060 Dana D 2500 tcstone 840 chefmikeyd 5250 shkelly 1250 georgiawendy 840 Crone 1250 Thisisit! Aka Bubblebutt 1250 RSS- 5000 Pixy 2500 Bubblebutt's Hubby: 2520 Mojo 3,600 ReenieC 2100 NormRebs 5060 sushu 1680 Nicabod 1260 Tri-girl 4200 tonee 2100 Ashtrash 1680 Young Guns 5060? Justdoit 840 rbsamy 1680 Persephone 270

Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1551 posts) at 08:45 AM:
how does doing a few push-ups a day equate to over-training? If you're going to failure then I'd agree but doing say 20 4 times a day is the same as walking a few extra miles a day. I don't see how this could equate to overtraining. I'm sticking with what I said I'd do 80 per day. 6720 for the 12 weeks. If we were so worried about overtraining then if your buddies wanted to play a game of football with you or basketball would you say no? Hell no you'd play how is doing a few push-ups everyday any different. I'm no army brat but I'm pretty sure that when in bootcamp for the army you do quite a few more pushups than this.

Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (530 posts) at 09:45 AM:
Im wit' you Young Guns. For me, I dont think doing 5-10 pushups, 2 or 3 times a day is going to put me into overtraining. I did this for over 20 years when I played Ball and (knock on wood)never got an injury. (It actually helped my game) I understand the concern of overtraining and I completely understand if some of you want to reduce or quit the challenge.
But personally-Im stickin to my pledge of: 2500 in 84 days. Jeremy I hate to see you leave this-I know this was sumthin you seemed REALLY passionate about. Miss you already!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1074 posts) at 10:10 AM:
Thanks for the support... Understand I am still passionate but I am most passionate about Julie and who she is and what she has done for us. I just want everyone to understand that I do not advocate overtraining your body and we all know that working the same muscles two days in a row can do that.

Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (460 posts) at 10:11 AM:
Sorry I really don't think I could honestly have the energy if I'm hitting 9's and 10's to do more than that. I have to stick with 270--but I might be able to do more. Just give me a chance to see what I can do without injuring myself--please don't hold it against me for being cautious. I'm a fat old lady who can't take the risk of injury ;) You young whippersnappers can show me up anytime *smacks gums together* LOL

Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1551 posts) at 11:44 AM:
I'm taking this a step further even I'm going to make a pledge sheet up and see if I can a bunch of people to pledge 1/10th of a penny or more for every push up I can do successfully and then give the money to Julies foundation. That'll be a minimum of $6.70 per person if I can get anyone to sign it. I'm going to make the pledge sheet tomorrow (my day off). BTW I agree that WORKING the same muscles 2 days in a row can be overtraining, but I don't see doing a few push-ups as working the muscles hard enough to be considered actual work. Maybe I'll change my tune on Saturday (day after chest) but I doubt it.

Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (20 posts) at 01:20 PM:
Young Guns, your right in Boot Camp we did alot more push ups than what we are talking about here, however there the point is to get you to see that you can do them, if you try (part of the mental breakdown process). and to f**k with privates. and you would be suprised at how many Army guys have rotator cuff issues after a few years if they dont learn to rest. I have ammended my challenge to 2,500. I will just do my 60 every other day. On the off days I will do my 100 ab excerises for the ab challenge.

Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (485 posts) at 09:18 PM:
I commited to 60 per day. Personally I do not think that doing 30 pushups in the am to get the blood flowing and 30 pushups before bed is gonna overtrain anyone. Please I hope no one takes this the wrong way but that is just my humble opinion. Rod

Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (3 posts) at 09:55 PM:
Hey howdy hey! Count me in! I'm a weeny still so I will start with girlies and work my way up to real ones....oh, let's say in a week or two...How's that sound? you all rock...fun group of people! Come find me when we need to tally! Jeremy 5220 Rod the Bod 5060 BIG BULL 5060 Dana D 2500 tcstone 840 chefmikeyd 5250 shkelly 1250 georgiawendy 840 Crone 1250 Thisisit! Aka Bubblebutt 1250 RSS- 5000 Pixy 2500 Bubblebutt's Hubby: 2520 Mojo 3,600 ReenieC 2100 NormRebs 5060 sushu 1680 Nicabod 1260 Tri-girl 4200 tonee 2100 Ashtrash 1680 Young Guns 5060? Justdoit 840 rbsamy 1680 Persephone 270 Suz2lose - 5000 +/-

Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (3 posts) at 10:36 PM:
HA! You'll all laugh...after posting my last response and finishing up some work I brought home, I went to the floor and started my "girlie" push-ups...and GASP! 1- girlie pushup (I did it! I did a push up) 2- ggggggggggggirlie puuuuuuuuuuushuuuuuuuuuuuuuup...(8 more to go) 3---grunt, moan, gasp...etc. HOWEVER, I did do ten.(my goal for the late evening) Did I just commit to 5000? My arms are going to look yummy after this challenge! Now I just need to find a way to keep that promise :) Suzanne

Body for Life Forum Message by NewMe06 (1 posts) at 10:48 PM:
Count me in! I am commited to 20 per UBWO. TOTAL 360! That may not sound like alot, but I'm new here and want to be smart about my work-outs. I have been so inspired by Julie and want to pledge this to her. You guys are great and I really enjoy the support :) Thanks! Jeremy 5220 Rod the Bod 5060 BIG BULL 5060 Dana D 2500 tcstone 840 chefmikeyd 5250 shkelly 1250 georgiawendy 840 Crone 1250 Thisisit! Aka Bubblebutt 1250 RSS- 5000 Pixy 2500 Bubblebutt's Hubby: 2520 Mojo 3,600 ReenieC 2100 NormRebs 5060 sushu 1680 Nicabod 1260 Tri-girl 4200 tonee 2100 Ashtrash 1680 Young Guns 5060? Justdoit 840 rbsamy 1680 Persephone 270 Suz2lose - 5000 +/- NewMe06 360

Thread: The GYM cancelled the 5K run (113 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2881 posts) at 02:17 AM:
well, it's no big deal, I was excited to try it but I was only doing it b/c it was my gym I belong to, but I can't see me (right now anyway) chasing runs, but maybe one day I will, I never dreamed I'd use a computer, or loose the wt I packed on or stop eating cookie and drinking a night cap or thought I'd love lifting weights, so you never know, never say never. Linda

Thread: The TODAY SHOW... (332 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (100 posts) at 03:00 PM:
I don't think I can agree that Bill Phillips was the first to package and introduce an eating plan based on glycemic index, palm sized portions, frequent meals, etc, etc, etc. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE BFL, and I think Bill Phillips has done the BEST job of putting together a complete program for eating and exercise, but a lot of the BFL eating plan is incredibly similar to the Zone, first published a couple of years before Body for Life. I'm not suggesting that the Zone was the first either, I imagine Barry Sears took at least some of his plan from information that was already out and about at the time. I'm just glad to see any "new" diets that reflect frequent eating and considering glycemic index. Anything that will help people out there stop this crazy attitude that all they have to worry about is the fat content, as they merrily digest the carb content of several days eating in one meal!!!

Thread: Any PDA junkies out there?? (96 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 11:06 AM:
ROFL Jamber!!! I actually looked this thread up to find the link so I could download it again.. the program must have gotten sucked into the black hole of cyberstuff. OR, more than likely, Kody zapped it when he was playing solitare the other day :/ I'm glad someone out there will get some enjoyment out of it! I am excited to actually put it to use! lol... I downloaded it a while ago and never used it. I was still running down the road with the donut hanging out of my mouth :) I hope you, er, your husband enjoys your, er, HIS present..LOL!

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 11:09 AM:
UPDATE!!!! I just went to download it again and realized that at the bottom is the link for the COLOR version! Wooooo!!!! (yeah, I really do get excited about stuff like that..)

Thread: New Gym Frustration (111 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (73 posts) at 11:25 AM:
Thanks Guns, I'll give it a shot. I know it's better to mix it up anyway, so that your body doesn't get used to it. But I really am a creature of habit. That's probably one of the reasons that I never get bored with chicken breasts and broccoli every night. It's good, it's healthy, it fills me up, and I never have to worry about "what am I going to have for dinner tonight". LOL

Body for Life Forum Message by ptwob2 (219 posts) at 11:49 AM:
I gotta believe that there are other gyms in Spokane. It's a fairly large city. Check something else out.

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 11:55 AM:
Maybe there is another (newer) Golds gym in the city you could go to?

Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (11 posts) at 11:56 AM:
I hear you- I'm a creature of habit as well. Can you ask the management why they don't have new machines coming? Plus, I thought if you moved more than 30 miles away from the old gym that they would transfer your membership for you. Wow. Well- just make the best of it and if you can do the challenge with the barest of equipment, then you can accomplish ANYTHING, right? :)

Thread: New here and need to vent and get advice... (154 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by brancammom (3 posts) at 10:45 AM:
Thank you all for your comments. I was pretty depressed yesterday but today I am doing better. I decided I am going to actively pursue employment while I focus on myself. After the boys go back to school next week and I have a little more "me" time I think I will be better. Today was a good day, I have eaten clean all day (my day is almost over by the time most of your day begins) and I had a great LBWO and also did 45 minutes of cardio on top of it so I am back to feeling positive again! Thanks for the support!

Thread: Sick :( (160 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (161 posts) at 06:55 AM:
Well, the sore throat kept me up much of the night, but I got up and went to the gym for cardio this morning. I don't think it was exactly HIIT, maybe more like LIIT (and I don't mean Long Island Iced Tea, LMAO), but I did it.

Body for Life Forum Message by PhatMom2006 (aka Bflmom2004) (1058 posts) at 10:31 AM:
Butter Baby!! That is dedication girl...hope you feel better soon. Your belly bustin buddy! Christie

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:31 AM:
That totally sucks. You deserve a medal for working out in that condition. I hope you get well soon chica. Lisa xoxox

Body for Life Forum Message by powermom (199 posts) at 11:04 AM:
Get well soon girl!

Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (28 posts) at 11:10 AM:
Get well SOON!

Body for Life Forum Message by Megan'sMom (234 posts) at 11:14 AM:
I'm right there with you too - I got some chest junk - throats okay for now. My HIIT wasn't very H today either, but I'm glad that I went and did it even though I didn't feel like it. I think I sweated off an extra couple of pounds though - I've never felt to hot (not in a good way) when working out before. Hope we all feel better soon! Laurie

Thread: Has there been a recent favorite workout tunes thread? (184 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (32 posts) at 04:57 AM:
I just need to get my Evanescence CD in MP3 format for working out. I listed to that and I just FEEL heroic ;) Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (20 posts) at 04:58 AM:
the sound of settling by Death Cab for Cutie You cannot quit on this one

Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (161 posts) at 06:54 AM:
T -- dang, girl, you made me realize how much awesome music I am missing on my list! It's so hard when you first get an iPod, you put yourself on the spot to think of tunes and then can't think of one single song, lol. Jerry -- awesome! What a great idea! Hogken -- Egyptian Lover -- NO WAY!! Hahahahahahahaha! I forgot all about him. :D

Thread: New Year, New Pics, New Challenge (99 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by WorkInProgress (146 posts) at 01:49 PM:
Thanks for the encouragment Rie - we're gonna be great!

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 09:01 PM:
good deal!

Thread: Whos on team #3 with me! (58 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (242 posts) at 07:56 AM:
Cheri, welcome to our team!!

Body for Life Forum Message by 4achange (26 posts) at 04:09 PM:
Hey Cheri, I just saw this post...this week has been crazy hectic for me...Could you PM me your email address...I have something to send you. I hope Team 3 is all on track...let's kick some BFL arse.

Thread: I went to the DR. today and he recommended.... (133 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Joe (a.k.a. Onyx) (112 posts) at 01:02 PM:
thanks Kerry looking forward to seeing them. Joe

Thread: Bad news about the basketball game :( (73 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by shibox (8 posts) at 12:45 AM:
Sweeet! Go Team 5!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (67 posts) at 11:26 AM:
Good for you! Don't you feel proud of yourself today?

Body for Life Forum Message by amylame (30 posts) at 11:35 AM:
I feel amazing! I never thought I would feel so proud of myself over something like 'not having a beer.'

Thread: Going crazy in the bedroom... (118 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (13 posts) at 06:29 PM:
I finished today going through all the boxes in the shed. The back of my Explorer is loaded up with stuff for goodwill. It feels great!

Thread: Bad question... Better question... (149 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by dmac (5 posts) at 12:28 AM:
Thanks for the words of wisdom. Felt very discouraged today (day 3) as I went to a kids party and the Mums were eating yummy cakes. I just ate a bit of aussie lamington (a sponge and coconut cake) and now feel bad. After reading your post though I feel better and shall just keep moving on - not beating myself up over it.

Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2137 posts) at 01:15 AM:
Jim always has words of support for us all, I just hope that I don't let him down. This year is going to be tough for me... keep truckin Jim!

Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2881 posts) at 01:29 AM:
Jim, the what if's are a great motivation, The one that says what if I like the BFL eating, well today I took Bill back to the Dr. from when he fell down the front steps, and I drank a shake before we left. and brought my protien bar in case I needed it later. So the Dr orders an untra sound and we got 2 hrs to kill, Bill is hungry so we go to Cracker Barrel, My most favorite place in the world. Bill ored his big breakfast and I ordered coffee. Yep, just coffee! When Bill finished eating, I said, Did you enjoy your breakfst baby and he said yeas and No, it was good, but I felt funny eating all this good stuff in front of you because I know how much you would love to dive into this stuff. I said, Bill, It's not bothering me, really, I have something great waiting for me in my purse for my 12:30 meal and I am really just enjoying my coffee, playing this little game ( you know the little games they put on the table) and being in your company. After we left, Bill said you know, I think some of you is finially rubbing off on me. I just realized how much grease I just ate. then he held my hand and hugged me right there in the parking lot and said I really admire your will power, you have really blocked all the junk food and greasey food out of your mind, you are doing good and looking great and I am so proud of you! Then he said, you know what? I looked arould in the whole resterant and I noticed that you did it again, you were the prettiest girl in there. OK< everybody, time to say Awhhh!!!! that was so sweet! GET*HER*DONE LINDA

Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (82 posts) at 07:07 AM:
Great story Linda. Jim, sounds like someone has been bushing up on their Anthony Robbins again. :-) Man the power of questions is so effective. Thanks for the post. Brian

Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (25 posts) at 07:47 AM:
Linda, Awhhh!!!! that was so sweet! ;-) Jim, Thanks for the inspirational posts, you are really helping me learn how to help myself when the going gets tough with your multiple insiteful messages. Thank you, very much. Have a great day everyone! Steve

Body for Life Forum Message by heavyweight (9 posts) at 08:43 AM:
Positive thinking is key to success. Thanks Jim!

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:37 AM:
I see you have found a way to ditch the stinking thinking Jim. Thanks for sharing it with us :D Great story Linda. Now I'm gonna say it ...awwwwwwwwwww :D

Thread: Getting my spark back... (81 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1674 posts) at 06:46 PM:
Just got back from my workout at the gym and it hit me that I enjoy working out more than I have for a few months! That is pretty good evidence that the illness was dragging me down - not just physically but emotionally... It's great to feel like a kid in a candy store again! Don't worry...it's only a metaphor! I'm not having any candy until free day! Jim

Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1009 posts) at 08:23 PM:
Jim, you have been a little quiet around here lately, very glad to hear you are feeling better :) 2006 is gonna be the best year yet! Kerry

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 09:21 PM:
Just wanted to say that you look GREAT and that you are the very first person I've ever voted for for the profile of the month! :) You have done an amazing job and we're glad to have you around!

Thread: Feeling Yuck! (79 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by dmac (5 posts) at 12:18 AM: Feeling Yuck!
Hi There everyone - I'm writing from Australia and wanted to know has anyone has toxic headaches and lethargy with the BFL program? I'm on day 3! Also wondering if there are any other aussies out there and if they can recommend a good egg substitute (Bill mentions this alot in his Eating for Life book). I'm going through eggs like there is no tomorrow. Is this ok?? : o ) Keep believing and achieving everyone.

Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (215 posts) at 12:40 AM:
I'm not aussie, but here we have Egg Beaters. they are great. But more expensive, hope this helps some.

Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (161 posts) at 06:58 AM:
When I first started BFL last year, I did get headaches. My body thought I was starving it because the meals were so small, and until it figured out it would get more in just a couple of hours, it made me feel like I was going to DIE. LOL It got better in no more than a week. Stick with it, you'll be feeling great soon! And I use egg whites, even though I go through eggs really fast, they're still cheaper than egg substitutes.

Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (242 posts) at 08:40 AM:
Plus you have to understand if you are eating healthy for the first time your body is getting rid of toxins that you have accumulated through the years. This also may be the reason for your headaches. Give it some time, once you have cleaned your system you will see the headaches go away! You also will see your energy levels skyrocket! Check the egg isle in your supermarket for egg substitutes, there are many different brands.

Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (340 posts) at 09:47 AM:
I am very prone to migraines, but I always get one the first few days I start eating right... I kind of think it's my body adjusting to using the "fuel" in a different way (i.e. smaller portions more often vs the big three a day)

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:24 AM:
I don't know if you used to drink alot of coffee or diet soda but the decrease in caffeine could also be causing the headaches. I had only 1 cup of coffee yesterday (I usually have 3-4) and I had a rip roaring headache by 7:30 pm.

Thread: New Year Pics up (182 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2881 posts) at 01:15 AM: New Year Pics up
I am entering the ms Fit meltdown challenge and posted 2 of my pics I sent in, and one very interesting picture, you have to see it to believe it, It's funny!

I'll GET*HER*DONE!!

Linda

Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (32 posts) at 04:59 AM:
Love it!! :D Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1299 posts) at 07:07 AM:
Great pictures linda!!! The last one made my day!!!!!LOL!!!! I wish you all the best with the ms Fit challenge!!! Hugs, Sylvia aka Cookie1135

Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (45 posts) at 08:04 AM:
Awesome set of pictures. You've done so well with BFL but, um, that last picture, well, I just don't know about that! Keep it up girl. Luv ya, Cathy

Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2139 posts) at 08:39 AM:
Getting more and more impressive Linda! Keep up the excellent work. As far as that last picture, I'd watch the spinach consumption - don't want to end up looking like Popeye or something!

Body for Life Forum Message by heavyweight (9 posts) at 08:42 AM:
The transformation is incrediable. Great job!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (340 posts) at 09:45 AM:
VERY funny! (quick aside -- I loved that bikini! who makes it?)

Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2881 posts) at 09:46 AM:
Flower, the other night I woke up, I was dreaming or maybe it was a nightmare, but I WAS popyee!! I had his arms, no other muscles just his arms, and the best and funniest part was it was arms like a stuffed doll. In the dream, I was telling Bill, I guess I finially ate enough spinich, LOL !! funny thing is I always did eat my spinich, really, when I was a kid in 6th grade I remember, at lunch time, trading my fried chicken for spinich. Mama never had a problem with me eating everything on my plate, lol! Linda

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:26 AM:
LMAO at that last picture. You have had amazing results Linda and I love the new bikini...its adorable!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2881 posts) at 10:47 AM:
Hey Goddessa, I'm glad you are back, missed ya posts Linda or Should I say, GET*HER*DONE

Body for Life Forum Message by powermom (199 posts) at 11:02 AM:
Wow Linda, you're looking great! Love the last shot!!

Body for Life Forum Message by biffler (226 posts) at 11:24 AM:
you should get an award for the best set of pictures in a profile. Awesome stuff Linda! Truly an inspiration!

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 02:29 PM:
You are crazy!...and hawt! crazy hawt! thats it! Marie

Thread: Motivational Quote for Jan 4, 2006 (73 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (82 posts) at 04:41 AM: Motivational Quote for Jan 4, 2006
"The last thing you want to do is often the first thing you need to do!" - Bill Phillips

Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (100 posts) at 05:51 AM:
Oh no - this is so true!!! How did you know this is exactly what I needed to read today to get my butt upstairs and finish something important I keep putting off until all the little things are done so I can give it my complete focus and attention (translation: all the little things I can find to avoid doing what I really need to do)!!! Thanks for all your motivational quotes alvindsv. :-)

Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (82 posts) at 07:04 AM:
SportyGirl: You are certainly welcome. Brian

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 07:06 AM:
yep, that's why I got that ab workout in at 5:30 this morning. I'm don't dread it.....it's just one of those things So, THANKS! I'll keep this in mind when I go to the Gym this afternoon for my first weight-training workout in 3 weeks

Body for Life Forum Message by bunstobuff (1 posts) at 10:34 AM:
is there truth to the advice that people shouldn't work out until the afternoon because they need to allow their heart some time before they put cardiovascular motion to it - preventing less heart attack opportunities?

Body for Life Forum Message by eve36 (8 posts) at 05:04 PM:
Hee hee! This is the exact quote I wrote in my journal this morning! I had to repeat it several times this morning at 4:55 am, as I got up do my upper body workout!

Thread: WHERE IS THE HANDICAP TOILET???? (79 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (162 posts) at 09:09 AM: WHERE IS THE HANDICAP TOILET????
Ok so a GREAT LBW = use of handicap toilet!! OUCH!!Some might even say we ARE handicap(a little coo-coo)LOL. I call it PASSIONATE!!! Who's with me??? Anybody else have a KILLER LBW workout?? Shelly =)

Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (162 posts) at 09:21 AM:
I hope I not offending anyone!! I could just really use a lift on my toilet seat since that is where I spend most my time!! Shelly

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 09:26 AM:
looking forward to one tonight. yesterday was my first day back to BFL in 3 weeks.....didn't have the muscle soreness I expected......is that good OR bad?

Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (487 posts) at 09:28 AM:
Ah, yes. NEED those handrails!! My quads are so sore, when I walk I look like a newborn colt who's just gotten to her feet for the first time. Guh.

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:28 AM:
I just finished my lowerbody workout and I KNOW I am gonna be needing those handrails to help me to get on and off the toilet. My legs are still shaking :P

Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (28 posts) at 11:13 AM:
Oh..that lower body workout. It is so much fun...:(

Thread: Team #5 How's it going? (14 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (71 posts) at 09:51 AM: Team #5 How's it going?
Let's hear ya out there team 5...

How is your week going???

Denise

Body for Life Forum Message by amylame (30 posts) at 10:06 AM:
Everything is perfect! I deserve a gold star, or something!

Thread: WTF IS THIS!!!!!! (318 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:11 AM: WTF IS THIS!!!!!!
Something very strange is happening to me and I have no idea what it is or what it means. Maybe someone here has a clue? I hope. Ok first off let me give you a little history. 4 years ago after months and months of excruciating pain, I was diagnosed with a herniated disc in my thoracic spine. I had God awful pain on the left side of my back that started in the center of my back and radiated around to just about the center of my chest. My ribcage protruded beneath my left breast. I was put on steroids and pain meds. I was told no lifting anything heavier than a gallon of milk for 6 months. If this helped then I could avoid surgery. So it worked. After about 2 weeks I was pain free. Now since this injury, if I bend a certain way, I get a muscle spasm below my left breast. I know this is bizarre. You can actually feel a big knot there when it happens. Sometimes it really hurts alot. Other times it just feels like a really tight ball. OK so today while doing crunches, it happened and while I was pressing on it and massaging it to get it to relax, I could feel this "popping". It felt like bubble wrap being popped. I could feel it underneath my fingertips and inside as well. Does anybody have any idea WTF is going on? What is this? Obviously if this continues, I'll need to see a doctor but I was hoping that maybe someone here could help me figure this out. Maybe someone here has experienced this as well and knows what this is? Lisa

Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (242 posts) at 10:29 AM:
Lisa you might have a hernia, you need to see your doctor!

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:33 AM:
A hernia?!?!?!?!?!! Way up there? Good Lord Norm I pray your wrong LOL. Thanks for replying though. I was starting to feel like a freak after 40 views with no reply LOL

Body for Life Forum Message by PhatMom2006 (aka Bflmom2004) (1058 posts) at 10:36 AM:
Lisa, I have NO idea, but girl, get your A$$ to the doctor... Hugs Christie

Body for Life Forum Message by FitForGood (36 posts) at 10:40 AM:
Is the popping in the chest region? The first thing that came to mind was subcutanteous crepitus/subcutaneous emphysema - tissue has gas trapped in it and makes a popping/crackling when pressed. But that's usually associated with stab wounds or gun shots, or blunt trauma, and I presume you haven't been stabbed or shot recently since you are currently doing crunches. I googled subcutaneous crepitus and there was info about something called pneumomediastinum, and that was the crepitus caused by the Valsalva maneuver. The article I looked at was at www.physsportsmed.com/issues/2005/0805/leiber.htm. I think I typed that correctly. I think a phone call/visit to the doctor would be a good idea.

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 10:46 AM:
I agree with Phatmom2006 get off the computer and call your doctor

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:52 AM:
The popping is located below my left breast. Just to the right of the bony area. This is the area that I feel that muscle knot up in and then there is popping when I push on it to work the knot out. although right now there is no knot and I started feeling around and pressing and there it is but now its located at the edge of my rib cage way over on the left and the popping feels like its coming from underneath the ribcage. OK FREAKING OUT HERE NOW!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (760 posts) at 10:56 AM:
Im not a doctor, I only work in a hospital, but girly this is your health you are talkin' about! Get your hiney to the doctor and get checked out before you damage something!!!

Robin

Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (28 posts) at 11:05 AM:
YES, Get to the doc.

Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (453 posts) at 11:17 AM:
Aliens....I'm certain of it.

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 11:25 AM:
ROFLMAO!!!!!! Your absolutely right. It MUST be aliens!!!!! ;P

Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (14 posts) at 12:46 PM:
Lisa, I don't know if you believe in chiropractors or not, but my husband had something similar to what your describing. He was told he had a herniated disk in his back and the pain radiated around to his rib in the front. The chiropractor told him his rib was out of place and fixed it after two treatments. But again, don't self-diagnose, get an expert opinion.

Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2384 posts) at 01:06 PM:
Maybe your boobs are falling out. ;) Talk to the doc while you are at work tonight.

Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2137 posts) at 02:43 PM:
Girlfriend, Never wait when it comes to your health, you'll be in the same body for years to come. TAKE CARE OF IT, I had to learn the hard way.... I love ya so please go and see the doctor and if your boobs fall off, I have plenty to SHARE!!!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 02:56 PM:
ROFLMAO!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2139 posts) at 04:44 PM:
There were a couple of funnies here.

Thread: Just a quick check in... (52 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by PhatMom2006 (aka Bflmom2004) (1058 posts) at 10:35 AM: Just a quick check in...
I am soooo excited to see all the energy on the boards...I am super stoked to see all these new folks taking charge of their health, and all the ummmm, "experienced" (better than "old) folks charging on with a renewed enthusiasm...it is soooo nice to see some familiar names that have missing for awhile, (nicabod, and daaang girl to name a few) I am PROUD to say that I am FLIPPIN butter baby...I know it is only day 3 for me, but omgosh, I am soooo glad I am back on track, I feel INCREDIBLE...I will say when you go without ANY form of excercise for 6 weeks, and then jump back in...DAMN!!! You feel me? Have a fabulously FIT day all. Hugs Christie

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 10:38 AM:
I'm right there with ya baby!!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by powermom (199 posts) at 11:03 AM:
yeah...butter baby!

Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (760 posts) at 11:05 AM:
Christie you are such a joy! Thank you for cheering me up with this post! I needed it!

Keep Pump'n

Robin

Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1537 posts) at 11:09 AM:
Christie - I am right there with you, hon!!! I would raise my hands above my head like Rocky, but I am so damn sore,there is just no way.....lol!

Body for Life Forum Message by Tracy06BFL (28 posts) at 11:09 AM:
You are such a sweetheart. Thanks for always being happy..you are going to ROCK Phat Camp!

Thread: An oldie, but hope it can still help someone... (71 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 10:50 AM:
OMG Dana, yes I would say what you have been thru was HARD......BFL is not hard. BFL requires self-discipline----that's it----in a nutshell. Problem is our level of self-discipline is different---day to day and person to person.

Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (145 posts) at 11:17 AM:
Thanks for the post Dana. Everytime I try to get someone interested in BFL, they shy away from it because of the effort that you have to put forth.

I try to explain that the effort is worth the end results.

But most seem to think that faster is better, and end up going on fad diets. And then wonder why they couldn't keep it off.

Learning self discipline Agent was a life saver for me.

Tonya

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 11:31 AM:
I agree with you Dana. Its only as hard as we make it out to be. I'm so sorry you have been through so much grief in your lifetime. If you compare what you have lived through with BFL...I'd say BFL is alot easier. Take care girl...STAY STRONG!!!! Lisa

Thread: Team #1 Sound off! (38 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Megan'sMom (234 posts) at 11:24 AM: Team #1 Sound off!
Where you all at? - the gym I hope!

For those of you who haven't seen this I post my daily "diary", I find it helps make me accountable - albeit to a bunch of strangers, and I do better. So the following is what I did yesterday. Feel free to comment, or join me in your post.

I had a pretty good day yesterday, starting to get a cold, which is worse today but yesterday (Tues) looked like this:

H20- 10

#1 - Breakfast Sausage Casserole (not exactly BFL, but it's the end of it)
#2 - Peanut Butter on a slice of WW Bread
#3 - Chicken Breast (never got around to eating anything else)
#4- Peanut Butter on a slice of WW Bread ( unimaginative today)
#5 - Pecan Crusted Tipalia, Brown Rice, Veggies
#6 - Jell-o Gelatin w/ FF Cool Whip

2 mile hike with Megan (15 lb kid in pack on my back)

UBWO
Chest - Bench 45/65/85/95/85
Incline Fly w/ DB 25
Back - Asst'd Pullups 120/110/100/80/100
Veritical Row 50
Bi - Seated DB Curls 10x12/12x12/15x12/20x10/25x4 (funky cause I'm in a weird place between weights)
Hammer Curls 15 (need to bump up to 20)
Tri- Lying French Press w/ EZ bar - 20/25/35/45/35
Bench Dips

I'm doing okay so far today, I'm just trying not to let this cold get me down - I already have my Cardio in, but it wasn't pretty.

Laurie

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 11:31 AM:
you go girl, good for you.....we're gonna kick some major BOOTAY. today already got in 120 ab exercises (yep, #120) will get my 45 minute session of weight training in right after work. breakfast: whole wheat english muffin and two egg whites--coffee x2 (go ahead --- slap me on the hand) morning mid meal: 3/4 cup cottage cheese and 1/2 apple lunch: mexican chicken salad afternoon mid meal: protein bar supper: venison stew (extra lean venison, stew vegetables and tomoates w/ green chile's) evening meal: if I have one; cottage cheese and water- water- water- water- water- water- water- water- water- water

Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (383 posts) at 02:30 PM:
I'm here.... but missed this post! Great Idea to post our daily progress...Yeaterday I did a 21 min HIIT treadmill workout.... Food- Egg, salsa & cilantro on a WW tortilla Turkey/vegs in a WW wrap Pro shake, 1/2 banana Cream of Wheat & FF string cheese Greens w/ chicken Shake GO TEAM 1!!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (13 posts) at 06:50 PM:
Yesterday I had: 1.egg substitute on whole wheat muffin 2.chicken breast and provolone on whole wheat toast 3.steamed carrots fish fillet 4.sunflower seeds 5.no-salt peanuts I had a hard time getting in 6 meals since I hate cooking and was busy cleaning almost all day. I also didn't do so hot on water. I NEVER drank water before so I am making baby steps...yesterday only 3 bottles. I am going to do better! I took a bike ride and did ab exercises. Not true BFL but a definite improvement from sitting in front of the TV eating ice cream!

Thread: The Paper Towel Theory (125 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (73 posts) at 12:06 PM: The Paper Towel Theory
I've been away from the Tracker for a few months, so I don't know if this has recently been posted or not. But since January is the time we see more people doing BFL for the first time, I thought maybe it would be a good idea to get this back in circulation. I believe that the person who originally posted this was Bob White, but I do not know for sure. Enjoy! Chris Paper Towel Theory Let’s assume you go out and buy two rolls of paper towels, each with only 84 paper towels on it (one for each day of the challenge). You put one roll aside, and keep it for future reference (your “before” picture). The other one represents you (I’ll call your paper towel you “Ed”). The cardboard core represents the lean Ed. The towels represent the fat that is covering the lean Ed. For sake of argument, let’s say that Ed wants to lose 21 pounds of fat, so (84/21) each sheet represents a quarter-pound of fat lost. Let’s also assume that Ed loses his fat equally during each day of the challenge. Each day during the first week, you tear off a sheet of the BFL Ed, representing the fat he has lost for the day. Next, you put BFL Ed next to the full roll (“Big Ed”) for comparison. No noticeable difference!!! Even at the end of the week! This can’t be working for me! But, being a good Ed, you continue to follow Body-for-LIFE. At the end of weeks two and three, you continue to compare BFL Ed to Big Ed, and still notice very little difference. That Bill Phillips guy MUST be joking! But Ed is determined! He works hard! Hitting his 10’s…eating his six daily meals. Three more weeks go by, the sheets peeling off day after day, before BFL Ed finally gets up the courage to stand next to Big Ed again. Holy Myoplex! BFL Ed is skinny! OK, not skinny, but less huge!!! By the end of the 12-week Body-for-LIFE program, BFL Ed is down to his lean dream, or somewhere near it. BFL Ed is happy. We are happy. Big Ed - well he’s not so happy. The lesson to be learned is that fat, like paper towels, comes off in sheets. When you are heavy, you are big around (perhaps a big roll or double roll). And when you are big around, that fat is spread over a MUCH larger area - just like that outside towel sheet. The closer you get to the lean you, the more each lost pound of fat shows, because it is spread over a smaller area. While the outside sheet may only cover one layer of the roll, the inside sheet may go around 4 times. That last sheet looks like it gives you 4 times the results of the first sheet, but in reality, the results are the same - your perception is just different! And you’ll never see the inside, if you aren’t patient while the outside is coming off!

Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (59 posts) at 12:19 PM:
I have read this analogy before and I love... Maybe because my name is Ed. -Ed-

Body for Life Forum Message by vitameatavegimin gal (5 posts) at 01:23 PM:
This is a great analogy!!! To cool !!!

Body for Life Forum Message by WorkInProgress (146 posts) at 02:00 PM:
I've read this before too - and it always makes me smile. A great reminder that you have to stick at it to see true results.

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 02:11 PM:
Wow- who'da thunk it- Im gonna go buy some paper towels!

Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (73 posts) at 07:26 PM:
It's also very true! I will lose more weight in the first 4-6 weeks than the last 6-8 weeks, BUT I notice a difference in my body more during weeks 8-12!

Thread: Craziest way to lose weight ever? (350 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (11 posts) at 01:23 PM: Craziest way to lose weight ever?
A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, I thought intuitive eating was the way to go. I shopped for whatever food struck my fancy, and munched on whatever, whenever I wanted. Unfortunately, instead of eating greens, lean proteins, and apples, I thought peanut M+M's and oreos were what my body "intuitively" wanted. So I gained about 10 pounds in the course of a month. When I awoke from my "intuitive" stupor, I found BFL. Thank goodness! What have you all tried in the past that made you find BFL?

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 01:33 PM:
haha! great story girl..lol. I have found that food is the only "women's intuition" that you can't rely on! I personally think that most "diets" will work. People that say that they've tried everything and nothing works really mean that they have never stuck with one long enough to get where they need to go. This has been my experience, at least. I have done EDiets, Jenny Craig, pills, counting calories, and just plain ol stop eating (yeah, THAT was brilliant). Granted, some were just plain stupid, but they all WOULD have caused me to lose weight. BFL is the one I enjoyed the most, it's the one that makes the most sense to me, so it's the one I'll stick with.

Body for Life Forum Message by vitameatavegimin gal (5 posts) at 01:37 PM:
Hey there bride to be !!! I was so very much like you!! I wanted to eat what I wanted to eat....Pizza( at least once a week) ate. But then I started a job, that has me sitting all day and I knew I had to change or I would end up huge.. I found BFL/EFL looking for a healthy cookbook in Barnes and Noble. And it's been sweet bliss ever since !!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 02:17 PM:
oh Man- I've done 3 day diet, neg calorie diet, hotdog diet ( no real hotdogs), jenny craig, shots, pills, shakin a chicken in the middle of the road- I've done them all....

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 02:23 PM:
shakin a chicken in the middle of the road diet..........that must be the voodoo diet ;) the last thing I tried before BFL----was hypnosis.......I have a strong will....BUT it didn't work for me.

Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (11 posts) at 02:32 PM:
Hypnosis? I tried that once- Frank the X-rated hypnotist came to my college. Needless to say I was cracking up too much to "go under." Shakin a chicken sounds very interesting...is that cardio or strength training?

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 02:34 PM:
the one I used wasn't X-rated maybe if he had been------it might have worked I think I would catagorize it as cardio

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 02:37 PM:
talking about hypnosis.. I have been seeing a counselor (why, yes, I am wacko, thanks for asking). She apparently thought I needed to learn how to relax.. (pfftt, I'm FINE...WHYYY!?!?!) Ok so anyways, she had me do this thing to a tape she made and I was feeling pretty darn relaxed when she slipped this sentence in: "I will eat less and feel better about myself" in a very calm, soothing tone. Right in between the ones that say "I am at peace". WHAT?!? First, I thought you were supposed to feel good about yoruself no matter how fat you are, and second, how the hell did she know how MUCH I ate? Bleh.. My relaxation did a 180 at that point. I can feel my blood pressure going up just typing this..lol. All I could think of was keeping my butt in the chair and not giving her a lecture of how NOT eating enough was part of the reason I was fat in the first place! Oh man... After that, I would be terrified of going under hypnosis. Knowing my luck, I would start to cluck like a chicken every time I saw chocolate. Then Rie would be shaking ME in the middle of the road. Hey, that would be a pretty good workout though... Oh yeah, you can add Atkins to my list as well. Tried that too (sigh). I actually lost weight, but started to have really bad abdominal pains. I had my gallbladder taken out and apparently it really is usefull for something... whowoulda thought...

Body for Life Forum Message by Lindyloo (36 posts) at 02:38 PM:
Thanks for the fun thread! A trip down memory lane: *At 14 I decided to drink diet pepsi for 1 month, and eat nothing. I started eating again only because I started buckeling over with stomache pains; plus I was up to 2 liters a day in diet pepsi. *At 15 I joined Nutri-system weight loss centers, and went from size 12 to size 5....They put me on a 1200 calorie a day diet, and I would wake up in the middle of the night and find my way to the fridge...I kept off the cravings as long as I could. *I thought I was desinted to be fat ages 17-27, when I partied and drank and had fun. My weight went from 128-150 up and down the whole time. At my lowest weight I was taking diet pills in the morning and having a couple of drinks for dinner....I wasn't thin long - I started getting hungry. *I found this book called "Think yourself thin" - and actually it worked for a while...it was a lot of visualizations, and I couldn't keep it up. *Another book, "Diets don't work" it actually was good, and I lost weight, but again, a lot of visualization and it didn't last long. *Atkins diet-I think I am the only one who has GAINED weight on this diet. I gained 20 pounds in 2 months, I had the flu, an ear infection, brocitis, and I couldn't go #2...THIS WAS THE UNHEALTHIEST DIET EVER *Then oh, the cabbage soup diet-it was very cleansing, and I got rid of all of my illnesses from the Atkins diet. I could do this one for long though... THEN DA-TA! Body for life!!! The first and only diet and excercise routine that has ever worked for me in my life....It lifted me out of a terrible string of yo yo'ing and depression...........I'll always sing the praises! I feel so healthy and grateful that I am back on track!

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 02:39 PM:
Depends on how fast...and how much...you shake ;)

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 02:42 PM:
LOL! Lindy! I gained on atkins too- I still can't look at pork rinds without gagging--

Body for Life Forum Message by Lindyloo (36 posts) at 03:29 PM:
Rie, I think we are the only ones who gained weight...everyone I tell that to looks at me like I'm crazy and tells me some success story about someone who did well with that diet. I followed it exactly, did the pee-strip tests and all...I just gained weight and got sick. Thanks for letting me know I am not the only one...All the meat, and I did the pork rinds too - I have not had any since. Really gross!!

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 03:38 PM:
Nope. Did Atkins for a month before BFL....GAINED! I too thought I was the only one. just felt wrong eating all the cheese and bacon and pork rinds. yeah, cause it IS wrong. Imagine that.

Body for Life Forum Message by reneakleinisakson (430 posts) at 03:47 PM:
Who actually thinks Atkins even SOUNDS healthy??? Anyone? Anyone?? Bueller?

Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (501 posts) at 03:57 PM:
I just think to myself.......how could it be that you eat all the bacon, sausage, ham, full-fat cheese, and PORK RINDS..........and this is healthy SORRY-----I don't think so

Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (145 posts) at 04:19 PM:
I've never tried dieting before. I have always been an infomercial junky(I work at night and get home late) so I would always order the next exercise equipment that promised miracle results. I have TaeBo, pilates, treadmills,etc. Which works if you really do them BUT you still have to eat balanced meals. When I did decide enough was enough I went searching for something that made sense......and BFL it is.

So maybe it was a good thing that I ordered all of that stuff because now I have no excuse why I can't do cardio.

My girlfriend does Atkins and she only really loses about 10lbs because the only exercise she does is walking. I try to get her to stop but she's adament that it works for her. She has to stay on it to even maintain any weight loss or she gains it all back very quickly. The stuff she eats is crazy. All kinds of cheese and sugar free chocolates....Can we say FAT!!!! You can see that she lost weight but she still looks soft. She started this thing like last year and all she's ever gotten was a 10lb lost. While I started in Aug 05 and look much better. So who's on the right track.....

Tonya

Body for Life Forum Message by wahine808 (15 posts) at 04:52 PM:
I created the bug diet. Imagine everything you eat is a bug. Spaghetti is slimy worms, potato chips are cockraoch wings, pizza is a bunch of flies. The nausea facotr alone will make you lose weight!

Body for Life Forum Message by Lindyloo (36 posts) at 05:48 PM:
The bug diet sounds like the Nichole Richey diet! LOL - Have you seen the photos of her eating out???!! So funny, she looks totally grossed out. It was on some entertainment show last night. I am so glad we have BODY FOR LIFE!!!!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by TreeStand (86 posts) at 05:54 PM:
A while back there was a product in the stores in Blacksburg, Va. and maybe your area too. Joggin in a Jug... Anyone come across that one?

Body for Life Forum Message by TreeStand (86 posts) at 05:55 PM:
A while back there was a product in the stores in Blacksburg, Va. and maybe your area too. Joggin in a Jug... Anyone come across that one?

Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (11 posts) at 06:17 PM:
Joggin in a jug? What the heck is that?

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 06:18 PM:
as for the Atkins diet.....the book makes sense....the idea wasn't to remain on all this high fat food forever, but to bring your body back to the basics (um, well...poor choice of words, but can't think of anything else) and then graudally bring it up to the appropriate carbs. Or something like that. But, whatever. I gained. I hated it. Not gonna do it!

Body for Life Forum Message by FitnessGal4Life (12 posts) at 06:28 PM:
I watched an older couple I know try the "Cabbage Soup Diet". A classic. They ate the soup for about a day and a half, threw the soup away and started eating again. Amazing how when the body is starved what it can do!

Body for Life Forum Message by TreeStand (86 posts) at 06:29 PM:
some weird swill that was a lot like the hollywood diet. I think it was cranberry juice and vinegar or something like that. Funny commercial though an older gent would come on and do his jingle. You really had to see it to believe it

Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (11 posts) at 06:48 PM:
Anyone done the cajun lemonage diet? That one's supposed to be some kind of cleanse... Oh! I nearly forgot! I did a parasite cleanse last year in order to lose weight. It involved taking these antiparasitic capsules with what I lovingly refer to as "poop tea" and mega doses of fiber. I'm not sure if any parasites came out, but if you guys think you spend a long time in the bathroom on BFL, you have another think coming.

Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (13 posts) at 07:00 PM:
I have been on so many different ones, I can't remember them all. I even made up some myself. Nutrisystem, LA Weight Loss, Weight Watchers etc. These programs were so low calorie that I couldn't stick on them for more than a couple months. The first time I lost a lot of weight was on phen-fen. (70 lbs) Then I got pregnant and gained it all back. The next time was after my second child. I started with BFL and ended up doing Curves (low carb) because I have worked there for 4 years. (lost 80 lbs that time) I got pregnant AGAIN and gained it all back AGAIN. So, now I am back to BFL, wanting to lose it once more. My history proves that losing it isn't nearly as difficult for me as keeping it off! then again, I am DONE having children! so maybe I stand a chance this time:)

Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (11 posts) at 07:27 PM:
JPS, of course you stand a chance! And, at least you know you have succeeded in the past, which means alot!

Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (359 posts) at 07:32 PM:
I did the don't eat all day pig out when you get home diet and the I'm in college pass me a beer diet THEY DO NOT WORK!

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 07:53 PM: Re:
Pixy said: I did the don't eat all day pig out when you get home diet and the I'm in college pass me a beer diet THEY DO NOT WORK! Hey! I did those diet too! Did you do the don't eat just drink and then when you get drunk eat everything in site diet?

Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (24 posts) at 07:57 PM:
I'm sure we ALL know one of THESE people: They try every diet under the sun EXCEPT eating healthy and exercising..lol. I had a friend who would work out on a stair stepper for HOURS a day, walk miles every morning. She would NOT give up junk food to save her life (literally). She tried every dang pill and drink and scam, just refused to even consider the healthy eating thing. Isn't that frustrating???? How do you deal with those people? Hey wait, I WAS one of those people...ack!

Body for Life Forum Message by Kathy G (1 posts) at 08:38 PM:
Just joined this group last week and after perusing the threads for a few days...THIS IS THE FUNNIEST THREAD because it hits so close to home. I was laughing so hard trying to explain it to my husband that he had to take my laptop away and read it himself. Rie...love the "drink, get drunk and eat everythng in sight" (didn't actually think of it as a diet but now that you mention it.....)

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 09:11 PM:
Postscript: I'd like to say thanks to Wahine808 and her "bug diet" -I just walked past a bowl of peanuts, and stuck one(ONE) in my mouth...the next thought I had was: Crunchy like a June bug. Remember Tom Hanks when he ate some caviar in Big? We'll it was like that....only much.....much...worse. I think I threw up a little in my mouth.

Thread: Answers to some Questions I have been asked. (237 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by reality (16 posts) at 01:37 PM: Answers to some Questions I have been asked.
I have recently finished my bfl and have posted my new picks and have been asked some questions: Q/Did I follow the bfl programe or did I alter it. A/I remained completely faithful to the bfl programme except for a couple of things,one was I neglected the lower body workout on Wednesdays to much and I regret this and I will make sure I do the lower body workout in the next challenge and secondly on the day off which was a Sunday in my case I never did eat badly just slighly more of the good stuff i.e.more protein and vedge etc. Q/What do I actually do for my routine. A/MONDAY.....UPPER BODY WORKOUT AS BFL TUESDAY....22 MINUTE RUN ALWAYS BEFORE BREAKFAST WEDNESDAY..SOMETIMES LOWERBODY WORKOUT AS BFL THURSDAY...22 MINUTE RUN ALWAYS BEFORE BREAKFAST FRIDAY.....UPPER BODY WORKOUT AS BFL SATURDAY...22 MINUTE RUN ALWAYS BEFORE BREAKFAST SUNDAY.....NO EXERCISE ..EAT EXTRA,UP TO YOU Next week reverse the workouts but run days the same..... Q/could you send me an example of your meal and work routines: A/work routines as bfl and as given example....meal plan as follows. I dont get bored easy so it was easy for me to stick to meals and also I sell fish so protein was no problem for me but bars and shakes lost more visible fat than food alone because I tended to eat to much protein than needed but either way I still lost the fat and gained muscle,but regrettably not in the legs wich was completely my fault due to lack of training in that departement All portions size of fist....six small meals a day....Protein drinks plus apple,bars or food for inbetween main meals....main meals always food...remember I used to be twenty stone and my last weigh in was 11 stone 10 pounds with a six pack..yeh!!!!If you want to know more my email is clifford.bowden@btinternet.com

Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (453 posts) at 01:42 PM:
okay...so I have another question cuz you know you're all thinkin' it. What's a stone?

Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (487 posts) at 01:43 PM:
I had to find out, too.

http://www.metric-conversions.org/weight/stones-to-pounds.htm

Body for Life Forum Message by reality (16 posts) at 01:51 PM:
Sorry I am from England..... ONE STONE IS 14 POUNDS Save you working it out....from 280 pounds to my finished so far weight end challenge is....164 pounds cliff

Body for Life Forum Message by harleyman69 (19 posts) at 02:19 PM:
Glad someone cleared that up for me. I though Cliff had passed 9 kidney stones and still had 11 left to go. GREAT JOB CLIFF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by reagan123 (112 posts) at 02:43 PM:
way to go.. those are great results

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 02:47 PM:
Ok I am gonna start weighing myself in Stones it just sounds better! ;-) Congrats on your finish!!! Great job! -T

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 03:12 PM:
LOL T...I hear you, I wanna weigh in stones too!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by ptwob2 (219 posts) at 03:17 PM:
Great Job!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (82 posts) at 03:20 PM:
I just want to make sure I am clear on this....you dropped 124 pounds in 12 weeks?

Body for Life Forum Message by harleyman69 (19 posts) at 03:24 PM:
Sure wish I could weigh myself in stones. Unfortunately, my fat A$$ would have to use boulders.

Body for Life Forum Message by Muscles_Marinara (9 posts) at 03:29 PM:
I'm going to play the bad guy here & say that I'm skeptical. I have great diffculty believing that someone lost an average of 10lbs a week. If it were possible, I think there are lots of morbidly obese people out there that would like to know what you did.

Body for Life Forum Message by Muscles_Marinara (9 posts) at 03:38 PM:
OK, so apparently he did it over 2 years, not 12 weeks.. Cliff, you really confused people by saying that you followed the program almost exactly.. That implies that you did it in 12 weeks, not 100+ weeks...

Body for Life Forum Message by reality (16 posts) at 10:02 PM:
yes I can see the confusion now and I apologise for that.... I lost the fat through exercise but also lost my muscle through doing to much exercise and no resistance training until I discovered bfl then I Did lose the remaining fat and build muscle hope that clears up my error it was not intentional and is on my profile that I started 2years or so ago..no way can anyone lose that amount of fat in just 12 weeks cliff

Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (45 posts) at 11:02 PM:
Wow, I looked at your profile - what a change. And you got in the paper? Cool.

Thread: How's Team # 8 hangin???? (33 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by harleyman69 (19 posts) at 02:05 PM: How's Team # 8 hangin????
Have not heard from anyone and just wanted to see how everyone is doing?

Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (25 posts) at 03:45 PM:
Hey Harley, I've been PMing with some of the team members on and off, one is still unaccounted for. I did a trial week last week and this week (my official 2nd, but really my first) is starting to go real well. I am FOCUSING on portion sizes and moving. That is instead of going out at lunch, I bring a can of tuna and an apple and go for a two mile walk. I have already seen a differance, big time, my pants are definitely getting looser. Soreness isn't bad at all, I'm taking the phosphagen elite and HMB along with a multi-vitamin, glucostamine, chondroitin and the myoplex twice a day. Let get GET* in here, she'll have some motivational words. Hows it going with you, starting to get into it? Feeling energetic and doing killer weights and HIIT? Steve

Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (25 posts) at 03:46 PM:
That would be my official first, but really my second ;)

Body for Life Forum Message by harleyman69 (19 posts) at 03:53 PM:
Great job Steve. I am killing it this week. Every session has been very intense and am staying focused. It feels GREAT to be back at it. Not too sore and the eating is going great. Have not missed a meal or workout as of yet. Also am getting in some extra cardio running to the restroom every 30 minutes.:) Just want to thank you guys for motivating me. Craig

Thread: Need some insight please (120 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 02:34 PM: Need some insight please
Hmmm, how to phrase this- what I need is some insight on how to go from being "on" the program to making it a lifestyle. Im thinking that Bill Phillips doesn't get up everyday thinking it's another day "on" the program....he just DOES- you know what I mean? Feeling like Im "on" a challenge makes it feel like a diet, something temporary....and when I come here and see people on this or that challenge, it feels the same way- has anyone here found a way to bridge the gap between challenge and lifestyle?...I may not be making any sense here, but I'm trying to find a way to make this a no brainer- something I don't even think about- any help would be so appreciated... Marie

Body for Life Forum Message by harleyman69 (19 posts) at 02:50 PM:
The way I see it, eating bad is like being an alcoholic. I lived BFL for almost 2 years. And for some unknown reason, just stopped working out and eating right. Kinda like a recovering alcoholic taking a drink and he lapses back into drinking again. We have eaten bad all our lives(just like a person becomes an alcoholic and drinking for many years) and the only way to keep from backsliding into the bad eating habit is to be aware of what you can and can't do. A recovering alcoholic knows he can't take a drink or he will fall off the wagon. One bad food can't cause me to simply backslide out of good eating habits, but a couple weeks of eating bad and missing workouts puts me off the wagon and it's hard to start back. Each person is different and has different goals. Realize what you can do and still achieve your goals. As far a Bill Phillips goes, oh I'm sure he thinks about it everyday. Especially when he looks at the bank account and knows he is the "lead-dog" in promoting BFL and EAS and needs to look good. I know I would.

Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (11 posts) at 02:58 PM:
I agree with harleyman...one day of bad eating doesn't kill you, but two weeks does. "They" say it takes 21 days to develop a habit...I've found that to be true: when I've done challenges (and I've started about 5 but only finished one)its about at week 3 that the habit clicks. But...its just as easy to fall out of it. So...do a challenge, and do another...and eventually, it becomes habit, at least thats what I hope. I think its also very important to share what has helped you get lean: visit this board, talk to new people about it...etc. And about Bill PHillips,LOL!

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 03:03 PM:
I have two favorite sayings that help me...

1. "You are free to make choices; you are not free to escape the consequences of those choices."

2. "If you always do what you've always done then you'll always get what you always got!"

If you are like me you have always been a junk food junkie, eating more fast food than good food...and look where it got me! So, in order to get my desired results, I can't do that anymore. It has to be a total lifestyle overhaul, so instead of eating poorly 5-6 days a week(maybe squeezing in one good day), I eat well 6 days a week with one poor day a week.

Not sure if any of this helped but its just a few of the things I think about when I feel like cheating or skipping a workout.

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 03:24 PM:
WOW!!! This is a GREAT question. And yes, I do understand what you're asking and it makes perfect sense. Well... I think...after 12 weeks of doing this it should become a habit. You notice I said "should" become a habit and not "will" become a habit? If you don't set realistic goals and continue to strive to reach them, not only will it not become a habit, but you will also fail. They say set new goals. Reach for new heights. Continue what you were doing and raise the bar a notch. Keep trying to add that extra 5 lbs onto your barbell. Keep increasing your intensity levels to hit that 10. If you continue to live this way day in and day out, it becomes a part of your everyday life. This was an excellent question Marie. Thanks for asking it. You have given me ALOT of food for thought with this one. Lisa

Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2139 posts) at 04:42 PM:
Thank gawd I'm not the only one who thought this was a hard question. I haven't the slightest clue as to why I've stayed with this as long as I have, why I've screwed up for a week or more, why I still like McDonalds, why I always say when we have BBQ chicken breast, fresh salad & avocados "I think this is the best meal I've had in a long time" (honestly, I say that alot LOL), why, why, why. I think everyone is different and has their own reasons. One I'm sure of for myself is that when I decided I would do this for 12 weeks it was a good deal of stubborness motivating me and I worked at it as hard as I could. After that to slack off I felt as though I would have "wasted it", it would have all been for nothing, big waste of time - know what I mean jelly bean? I totally understand what you are saying though. As far as the recovering alcoholic I'd never be able to that. Lets see if I can make some sense - I won't BECOME an alcoholic because I wouldn't want to carry the fact of "I can never ever have another drink as long as I live" in my head SO I DON'T BECOME AN ALCOHOLIC. Try thinking of it like that, maybe one meal at a time. Its just fuel to feed me for now, I can eat whatever I want when I want I'm just not going to BECOME A FOODAHOLIC.............today. Then do the same tomorrow, and the next day and the next. Okay, I'm all tongue-tied/finger-tied up here. I know what I'm trying to say just can't do it on a keyboard like I would with talking.

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 08:03 PM:
Wow- what great answers...and the good part is, my existing brain cells can make sense out of each one!....maybe its like falling asleep at night- you know you're "trying" to do it, but you rarely recognize when it's actually happened? One day I'll just ( hopefully) look back and say "wow- its my life....when did THAT happen?" Damn-We're a bunch of freakin Aristotles I tell ya- we oughta have a talk show. thanks guys :)

Thread: The Biggest Loser Tonight (95 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (973 posts) at 03:22 PM: The Biggest Loser Tonight
I don't know if you got into the last two seasons, but the Biggest Loser is doing a 2 hour special tonight. It's before and afters all in one show. I bet it will be really inspiring. I plan on watching it! Danielle

Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (98 posts) at 03:44 PM:
I will be watching for sure!

Body for Life Forum Message by sunshinyday69 (2 posts) at 03:45 PM:
I'll be watching too. Speaking of this...does anyone have the new Biggest Loser exercise DVD? I've heard it's really good.

Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (215 posts) at 11:59 PM:
ooh i watched it! AMAZING what people can do when they put their mind over matter!!!

Thread: It was my coworker's FAULT! Not Mine! :) (71 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (267 posts) at 03:22 PM: It was my coworker's FAULT! Not Mine! :)

1st day back to work was yesterday, after having been off since Dec 24.  I did really good, eating like a pig on Christmas Day but back to BFL every other day.  I did 9 days straight of cardio, plus my workouts.  I only missed two workouts, 1 UBWO and 1 LBWO.  And, I lost about 5 pounds, down to 173.  This is the 11th week of my 2nd Challenge and I hope to get below 170 pounds by Jan. 14th.  Yesterday a coworker brought in 4 dozen Krispy Kreme donuts for our group.  I resisted the urge to eat a donut yesterday.  But, today, a coworker brought in those grocery store cookies that have M&M's on them, and I caved in and had 1/3rd of a cookie, only because the cookie broke in thirds instead of in half, because I was going for a half cookie.  Then, in my meeting this morning, a coworker brought in a dozen bagels!  I caved again and 1/2 a bagel with a small amount of smoked salmon flavored cream cheese.  Then, I had another 1/2 a bagel.  Also, my office mate shows up to work after my meeting with 4 dozen bagels because there is a "tradition" that when someone has a birthday or something else happen to them they have to bring some food in.  Then, a coworker brought ME a plate of home made chocolate chip cookies as thanks for having done some  work for him the week before Christmas.  I had 2 of those and then an hour later I had 2 more of those M&M cookies!  I am glad I leaving work early today for physical therapy on my calf muscle so I can get away from this food!! UGHH!  It is not my fault!!  :):):)My co-workers are so bad.  I have resisted almost all their food since July 4th when I started BFL but today?  It is not my fault......is it? :):)

Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (635 posts) at 03:32 PM:
I think it is the M&M's fault. They get me everytime. Especially masked in a cookie. my favorite!

Body for Life Forum Message by WorkInProgress (146 posts) at 03:37 PM:
HEy, you're doing great. Don't beat yourself up about this! I can't belive how well you did over the holidays, I'm so impressed. Just get back to your regular eating and forget the blip, all will be ok! p.s. definitely the m&m's fault

Thread: Harsh reality (154 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2109 posts) at 04:09 PM: Harsh reality
If you don't continue to strive for something, then what is left to keep you going? If you stop striving for something... you will fall back into all those nasty old habits that got you out of shape and feeling rotten to begin with. Here is the very harsh reality that I am now faced with because I stopped striving. I had so many excuses to "take it easy for now" I went from taking it easy to stopping all together. Trust me..if you take it easy you will stop striving to make a change. If you stop striving to make a change, you will stop seeing success. If you stop seeing success you will give up on BFL. When you give up doing BFL even if for just a little while, it makes it even harder to get back into it. Now you have to start all over again. You have to go through all that "first time" muscle soreness and fatigue once again. Your body has to go through that detoxification process again. You need to rebuild your endurance and strength. You need to go back to the gym and face all those people who used to tell you "wow...look at you, you look awesome". You have to take before pictures AGAIN... pictures that show the painful results of your laziness. Don't do this to yourself. It's SO NOT worth it.

Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (32 posts) at 04:37 PM:
I sure couldn't have said it better!! You're going to do great!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by grunthumb (81 posts) at 04:55 PM:
OMG, these are the words that run though my head every day. I am so embarassed and disgusted with myself that I am in a serious self=loathing stage! I'm lucky that there are 2 YMCA's in my town because honestly I don't want to face the people that I used to work out with. Which in a way is good because I am going FIRST Thing at 5AM so I will definitely my cardio in before anything! And, the OTHER Y has a women's only area although not as elaborate as the other Y, it gets the job done. Goddessa, I will be following your new progress. You are good for keeping your old pics up, I deleted all mine out of frustration. I will also be posting a new "before" pic soon. Let's be stong, we can do this FOR LIFE

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 04:59 PM:
Ahhhh don't worry it will all come back a lot sooner than ya think. Just stay consistent, hahaha I will fallow my own advice on this one too! No worries girl you will have tons of compliments, and endurance sooner than you know it! -T

Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1009 posts) at 08:30 PM:
G, If you have learned a valuable lesson, or have changed an integral thought process, then I think that is fantastic! With the results you have had in the past- I think you will find this time, faster results, quicker recovery, and most importantly more enjoyment Remember, one only has to do a thing until they want to do it, then you don't have to do it anymore :) I'm with ya :) Yours in Health, Kerry

Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1537 posts) at 09:19 PM:
Lisa - you worded very well what quite a few of us feel. It is good to know that we are not alone - there is strength in numbers. My chest hurt so badly the last 2 days I seriously thought I had injured myself. Today it is starting to subside, so I know it was just the results of not working it for 3 weeks. I had forgotten that beginning pain. Never again...I don't want to go through the beginning again. I am having some cravings, but doing a good job resisting them. So far I am doing really well, although due to the soreness I feel a little less motivated for exercise than I was at the beginning of the week...but I will push through. So will you. Just think, in a few weeks we will look and feel so much better about ourselves, get that good old confidence back, fit into those jeans instead of squeeeezing into them. This is a great read for people starting a challenge, in the middle of a challenge and especially at the end of a challenge. Take a few day or a week off if you feel your body needs a break...but don't stay away. You don't want to feel the feeling of having come so far and then ruining part of what you have accomplished - for no good reason. Having said that, I don't believe any of us have completely ruined all of the results of our previous hard work. Yes, we have gained some fat and lost some muscle, but we did not lose the knowledge we gained, and knowledge is power. We can do this!

Thread: How do you want to drive your machine? (73 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 04:10 PM: How do you want to drive your machine?
As I was on the ol' treadmill doing part of my oodles of cardio I was thinking of ideas and all kinds of stuff. It always happens lol. I do some of my best thinking, dreaming, philosophizing, analyzing.. you get the picture ;-) Hey I even have already choreographed part of a fitness routine in my head. YEA! ;-) Yea I am thinking of putting a little notebook thing to jot down all my creative ideas. Hmmm endorphin high ya think? Well here is the product of today: HOW DO YOU WANT TO DRIVE YOUR MACHINE? I don't know about you guys but I am an avid car lover, horse lover, runner, are ya seeing the trend? I got to thinking. You know this is my body! This is my machine! I intend to drive it at full performance at all times. Even through the mountains with it's dangerous curves. On the straights pushing it to the limit, but knowing when to slow down. I love this machine I own and most of all I know it's all up to me am I driving a beat up uncared for Jalopy? Or am I driving a high performance vehicle? I want to drive this machine at the highest performance I can. How do you want to drive your machine?

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 04:49 PM:
I like this post..makes me wanna soup up my old fat jalopy!

Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2384 posts) at 04:51 PM:
Well I have three machines. I have a beat up "Jalopy" (Jeep soft top), I have a good old reliable diesel golf vw, and we also have a vw sports car. My 'machine' depends on my 'mood'. Probably why my body changes so much also. lol

Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (161 posts) at 06:06 PM:
Can I drive mine with the top down? :D KIDDING. Sheesh. Great post, T! ;o)

Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (453 posts) at 06:16 PM:
Well being as I was interupted 19 times by my annoying kids while just trying to read this post, I'm gonna say my machine has to be one with no backseats

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 06:21 PM:
LMAO Can't stop me!!!!!!!!!!! Mine is a two seater as well! J-Dub yea mine is not exactly topless but let's say T-Tops? You know just exposing the midsection hahaha!

Thread: Week 7 Burnout. (126 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 04:14 PM: Week 7 Burnout.
I am no longer "on fire". This past week I ran into back problems and a sore knee today. I am tired of eating this way. I don't feel any different then I did 7 weeks ago regardless of what my co-workers are saying. Blah. How do I get past this. I am NOT quitting...but I really want to!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 04:16 PM:
PS...while its all out there I am eating "healthfully" but not entirely BFL. In fact I was entertaining the the thought of mac n' cheese tonight. PLEASE give me hell...I'm on the verge of disaster!

Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (601 posts) at 04:22 PM:
Girl, you have heard it said time and time again that most women don't even see real changes until the 8th week! You, my dear, are much stronger than Mac N Cheese...you don't need or want that crap! You do feel better, I have been a part of most of your threads, and you are kicking ass on this program, I spent a lot of time emailing you work out information and I KNOW you are NOT going to let me down, and I KNOW you are NOT going to let yourself down...now grab a magazine with some hot women in it, picture yourself looking like those models...then see if you feel like eating Mac N Cheese, or grabbing a yummy chicken salad or Ground Turkey Burger with EFL Fries???? Come on girl...SNAP OUT OF IT! You are going to look awesome by summer...so stay strong!

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 04:26 PM:
Mellie...I can always count on you. THANK YOU.

Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (601 posts) at 04:28 PM:
You CAN always count on me...I'm watchin' ya...so don't think you are not accountable! =)

Body for Life Forum Message by amylame (30 posts) at 04:28 PM:
Wrecky, Lets consider your options: If you quit now, you will, without a doubt, hit the 200lb mark real soon. 200 lbs! And, chances are, it wont stop there. If you keep with the program you will: Look better Feel better Fit in smaller clothes Have a sense of accomplishment Get back on track. Screw the mac n cheese! Youve already lost 8 lbs and youre only half way there... Ride it out; see what you are capable of! I wont let you quit!

Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (601 posts) at 04:31 PM:
Have what I am having for dinner...take a whole wheat pita brush on a little olive oil, sprinkle a little garlic salt and place it in the oven at 350 for about 8 minutes, get it nice and toasty...top it with shredded chicken mixed with a little BBQ sauce and sprink on a little lowfat mozzerella or monterey jack cheese! These are SOOOOO Good! Have a little side bowl of veggies too if you haven't had any yet today!

Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (601 posts) at 04:33 PM:
oh yeah, after you put the chicken and cheese on top of the pita, put it back in the oven for about 5-10 more minutes, don't burn the pita though

Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (453 posts) at 04:35 PM:
Wrecky..lemme tell you a coupla things. First off...Mac n Cheese?? Uh. NO. Plain and simple. When you're done gobbling it down, I promise you will feel like absolute shit. You need to tell yourself that IT'S ONLY FOOD. It holds no candle to how incredibly awesome you will feel in the next couple weeks. When you wake in the morning, your first thought will be that stupid mac and cheese. In case I'm too late...SO WHAT. MOVE ON. FORGIVE YOURSELF. You have to remember why you've chosen to begin this program to begin with. I can't even begin to tell you how many times I'm kickin' it on the whole cardio thing and I have to tell myself, "Keep on going...one day I'm going to wake up and BAM...I'll see that change". It's going to work. If you are doing this program properly...IT'S GOING TO WORK! It's a life time...a couple more weeks will only help you. If you quit now, I guarantee you will see no progress. Treat yourself to the EFL book but be careful. I was told the recipes in the book are used mostly for maintenance. But it breaks the monotony. Good Luck!

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 04:42 PM:
No it isnt too late. Thats why I came here and threw out what I was feeling HONESTLY. I don't know what is wrong with me lately. I'm sort of bored, I want to sleep in instead of getting up and yet I want success and so I will keep at it. Thanks all, it really means alot to me.

Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (32 posts) at 04:42 PM:
Wrecky, Don't do it!!! You will feel like double dukey if you eat that mac and cheese. Have you written your goal? Have your picture to look at as motivation? Do some visualizing of yourself in your bikini on the beach. You are NOT that far from being there honey!!! Put eggs in that boiling water and pat yourself on the back. We're rootin' for ya!!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by FitnessGal4Life (12 posts) at 04:56 PM:
Wrecky, Step Away From the Mac! Hold on! You will get past this. I'm fighting off the urge to eat cake with the work gang (again, they eat a lot around here). I have my water and my myoplex lite bar ready to eat. Plan something fun but within the BFL guidelines for dinner instead! It'll be worth the effort. You will feel so proud of yourself for taking the path of BFL. It is hard to keep going, and keep going strong. It is hard to not want the "old way of life stuff". It isn't easy. That's why this is a challenge. Ask yourself what you really want more. Nothing will taste better than sliding with ease into your "skinny" jeans. Wait for it, it'll come. Keep going.

Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2384 posts) at 04:58 PM:
mac n cheese??? BLAH! I wouldn't even eat that stuff if I wasn't on BFL and gorging every day. You don't like mac and cheese anyway either right? RIGHT! (Just keep telling yourself that.)

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 06:02 PM:
I hate mac n cheese LOL. I had: chicken breast on a slice of whole wheat bread, and some raw veggies.

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 06:02 PM:
I hate mac n cheese LOL. I had: chicken breast on a slice of whole wheat bread, and some raw veggies.

Body for Life Forum Message by twinmom (329 posts) at 06:30 PM:
Wrecky, I am feeling the same way you are.I am in the 7th week, burned out and guess what...I had mac n cheese for dinner. You and I were thinking the same thing...freaky ;) Anyway, I do feel guilty and like crap for eating the Mac n cheese. I only wish I saw this posting before I ate. Sometimes I feel like the only one on earth who struggles with the burnout. It is nice to know I am not alone here. I will end this burnout today and get back on the wagon tomorrow. Thanks everyone for your support. Next time I want to cheat, I will make sure to check the tracker and ask for help. Annette

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 06:35 PM:
Annette, I know exactly what you are going throught. Thats been my LIFE since I was 15 years old. This is year 30...this year my life will be something new and different. Perhaps if you're up to it we could buddy up...emails or whatever works. I wish I had one. Mellie said it ...accountability.

Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (147 posts) at 06:54 PM:
Atta Kid (I repeat myself with you, don't I?), I'm glad you didn't have the mac n cheese (I can't stand the stuff myself!) And you will be glad you didn't either. But just remember, it's not 12 weeks or 72 meals. It's just one meal, one workout. And if one of those meals isn't quite right, forget it and move past it. Eat right the next time. You can do it. Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (223 posts) at 06:57 PM:
haha, thanks Tom...I love you guys!

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 06:59 PM:
When all else faith in the program has pulled me through some of my toughest slumps my 1st 12 weeks. Good Luck you can do this!!!

Thread: Team #7 (34 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (115 posts) at 05:01 PM: Team #7
Hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the week. I have had three perfect BFL days. I can't wait to weigh in on Saturday. I know that there will be some progress. Water is on track. Food is great. I'm going to have to switch my UBWO to tomorrow and instead do a quick HIIT cardio session after work. Again, I hope you all are doing well. [Did we ever decide on a team name? Is it Synergy Seven?]

Body for Life Forum Message by Brandnewme2006 (20 posts) at 05:39 PM:
Doing good here. Started to school on Tuesday. Told my family I would see them in December at graduation haha! It is going to be tough but I can do this and balance my family and myself too. Having a good BFL week. Going to do LBWO tonight. The exercise seems to relieve the stress of school. Test every morning at nine. Have a good week. Dawn

Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (854 posts) at 06:01 PM:
Hey Dawn and Katie.... Good to hear you are out of the gates in good shape! I am kicking some butt and eating clean! I am going to knockout a LBWO tonight and watch some Rose Bowl! Team #7 had bethkk added to our team and so we are now the SYNERGY SEVEN!!! BIG BULL braggin'

Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (115 posts) at 06:10 PM:
Welcome to bethkk!

Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (226 posts) at 06:56 PM:
Hey, everyone! I'm so excited to be on my buddy Big Bull's team! I'm currently sitting on the tarmac at the Indianapolis airport, waiting to get off this plane and get home! Even though I've been in Sin City for the past week, I've pounded out the workouts and eaten as clean as possible for the past three days. I'm psyched for the next four weeks! GO TEAM!

Thread: Where is Bill? (97 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (65 posts) at 05:46 PM: Where is Bill?
Ok did I miss something while out of the loop Where is Bill Phillips if you go to bfl.com no Bill what happened anyone know Cheri

Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1029 posts) at 05:51 PM:
Bill is no longer a part of EAS and the BFL program. He has another web-site called Eating for life. www.eatingforlife.com

Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (65 posts) at 05:53 PM:
No kidding I guess I have been out of the loop. Thanks Cheri

Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (213 posts) at 06:00 PM:
Cheri, he hasn't even been around since the year 2001! He has started another company or two, including new supplements lines, and says that he will be rolling out a new website come 1/11/06. So, it's not just that you've been out of the loop, you've been off the ranch too long! Welcome back!

Body for Life Forum Message by Cheri (65 posts) at 06:03 PM:
LOL ok you got me but I am back to stay this time cheri

Body for Life Forum Message by Shauna (17 posts) at 06:14 PM:
So I take it he won't be at the BFL Expo???????? I'm bummed! i was hoping to meet him.

Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (790 posts) at 07:58 PM:
To me Bill IS BFL......I don't care who is running the show, Bill is the man behind it all. Stef :-)

Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1009 posts) at 08:18 PM:
Stef, of course you are right. BTW, though Bill sold eas and the BFL thing a few years back. Yours in Health, Kerry

Thread: I want to stay fat because... (97 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 09:21 PM: I want to stay fat because...
Hope nobody gets offended by this, but we did it on another site and found out later we all had simultaneous soft drinks shooting out of our noses from laughing so hard It works like this... I want to stay fat Because: The hideous material they make plus size dresses out of reminds me of a circus tent....and boy do I loves me a good circus! or: The batwings I've developed under my arms will save me in case I go sky diving, my chute doesnt open, and I need to fly to the ground... or even The feeling of my waist band burning divots into my flesh lets me know my pain sensors are functioning A-OK! anybody?

Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (215 posts) at 09:25 PM:
extra cushion for the pushin....... oh sorry that wasn't too PG was it....!!

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 09:30 PM:
I want to stay fat because it's exciting to find loose change in my back rolls. Cha-ching!

Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (487 posts) at 09:38 PM:
Because who really needs a lap blanket when your abdominal fat'll do?

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 09:41 PM:
LMAO!

Body for Life Forum Message by JamsN4 (7 posts) at 09:58 PM:
In addition to spare change I can hide those yummy PB&J sandwiches in those rolls!! (Hopefully I find them before they mold)

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 10:10 PM:
I want to stay fat because: I honestly didn't want to go to the prom......really.

Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (942 posts) at 10:47 PM:
I want to stay fat because: If the food ran out and everyone were starving to death, I could live a lot longer than all those unfortunate skinny people! YAY~

Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (440 posts) at 11:13 PM:
I want to stay fat because I don't care what ANYBODY says....guys DO think it's sexy if you fart everytime you do a sit up.

Thread: ACK! Question esp. for Crone or BB (29 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (215 posts) at 09:23 PM: ACK! Question esp. for Crone or BB
Okay so I only got 5 meals in today. I was off today so i slept in.....first week is tough lol i did do my lbwo though this evening! it rocked! anyhow, in order to get my full 6 meals in, i will have to stay up really really late! how bad is this, and also, will it take away from my mini challenge points for eating for the day? PLEASE give me some info. thanks!

karen

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Thread: Wow, those pics are an eye opener (194 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by heavyweight (9 posts) at 09:02 AM:
Thanks all. This day 2 for me. Doing good so far. Just feel likes I'm hungry all the time.

Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (162 posts) at 09:13 AM:
Tell me about it!! I just posted pics from my first challenge and man was I FAT!! I like seeing them cause it is a reminder of what I NEVER want to look like again. You don't have that far to go!! I bet you will reach your goal with just one challenge!! Remember when looking at your pics that it's only uphill from here!! YAY!! Shelly =)

Body for Life Forum Message by chasblanchard (7 posts) at 09:14 AM: Re: Hungry...
Good luck Heavyweight! Im new as well. But eating 6 times a day I can say that I am not at all hungry. Are you eating enough per meal? Keep it up! Chas.

Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (5 posts) at 10:17 AM:
Good luck to all! My pics are so terribly disgusting that I have resolved not to post them anywhere except my own fridge until I have a followup pic showing progress! I had no idea.

Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (530 posts) at 10:21 AM:
Welcome to the tracker family Heavy. You are gunna do fantastic-and remember you have the benefit of muscle-memory on your side! You lucky dawg!! hehe Stay strong, cant wait to see your next pics.

Thread: New BFLer (92 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (147 posts) at 11:36 AM:
Welcome and good luck with your journey! Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (144 posts) at 11:59 AM:
Welcome aboard!! ~Ang

Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (100 posts) at 12:46 PM:
Great to have you on board! Good luck with your challenge. You'll love all the great support and advice here. Donna

Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (460 posts) at 12:54 PM:
Hello and welcome!! Best, Pers

Thread: day 2 and feel like ive been beaten with a club! (86 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by chasblanchard (7 posts) at 09:21 AM:
Dave, While i am not 51 (i'm 38) day 3 hurt. I think becouse i am not use to pushing my legs. Hang in there, Chas.

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 09:23 AM:
The day after or the next day is usually the worst. You might hurt for a week though. After that, it gets better...hang in there.

Body for Life Forum Message by vitameatavegimin gal (5 posts) at 09:31 AM:
Eat protein...it adds amino acids to the muscles and helps the aches go away...some...keep going !!! You can do it !!!!

Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (147 posts) at 01:54 PM:
Hey Dave, I'm 47 - I feel your pain! In the beginning, when I couldn't stand the pain, like at night when trying to sleep, I took some aspirin. After a while, it gets better. Now I almost enjoy it - kind of like a badge of honor! Good luck with your journey. Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (487 posts) at 01:59 PM:
I'm really sore too! I agree with what everyone else has already said. Also, I find taking Betagen really helps, too.

Thread: Day 3 I quit! Just kidding... (77 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by chasblanchard (7 posts) at 09:11 AM: Day 3 I quit! Just kidding...
Day 3 lbwo kicked my ass....(i hope thats ok to say).. I just realized somthing...you need your legs on a daily basis more than your arms. I will not give in to the pain. I am going to work through it. Please tell me it will get better. Anyone Please. Chas.

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 09:21 AM:
LOL. It will get better in a few days. You're never more sore than when you first start if that is any consolidation :)

Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (147 posts) at 11:34 AM:
Chas, I did my Legs today and I was thinking as I was driving home from the gym (in my manual transmission car), "There ought to be a law against driving after a leg workout." My legs were absolutely rubber! It'll get better. Tom

Body for Life Forum Message by chasblanchard (7 posts) at 08:23 PM:
I also have a standard....it was pain i got stuck in traffic on the bridge and thought "someone is trying to kill me..." chas.

Thread: already down 2+ pounds on day 3??? Is this right??? (81 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (5 posts) at 10:12 AM: already down 2+ pounds on day 3??? Is this right???
Hi - new girl here. Day 3 and I am already amazed at the changes in my energy level. When the alarm goes off just before 6 I get right up and get on the treadmill! I had some questions about the cardio portion but think I have enough info now that I can do it correctly (hitting the various levels of intensity). Days 1 and 2 I was going by my heart rate monitor and it was an even effort. I will continue to do this moderate cardio on days when I do weights but on cardio only days I will work on hitting the intensity levels! I have a question - granted I have 40+ pounds to lose but this morning I stepped on the scale and was down a bit over 2 pounds already! I am weighing myself at the same time every other day, I did it 3 times this morning and the reading was the same. It is a brand new scale so I trust it. But is 2+ pounds in 2 days crazy? Not that I'm complaining . . . kitwhit

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 10:17 AM:
A lot of people lose weight fast in the beginnnig because its mostly water. It would be almost impossible for you to lose that much fat/muscle in 3 days because that equates to around a 7200 calorie deficit. Youre doing perfect...keep up the great work

Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (161 posts) at 10:19 AM:
Don't weigh more than once a week. Your weight fluctuates every day and every hour. When you first start a new program, you lose a lot of water very quickly, and that will show on the scale. But the scale is not the best measurement of progress, and sometimes won't show a loss even if you've burned off fat, because you may have added some muscle. Once a week, that's it. :)

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 10:23 AM:
Good point J-Dub. The morning of your free day is a good time to step on the scale. The day AFTER your free day is NEVER a good time to step on the scale.

Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (530 posts) at 10:25 AM:
Kitwit..congrats. Just a couple of suggestions-Stay off of the scale (or if youre totally addicted listen to JDub and dont weigh more than once a week. Im tellin you-the scale is DETERMINED to mess with you!! ITS EVIL!! hehehe Seriously though. Have you done BFL before? Im just curious.. why you are doing extra cardio. If you are TRULY hitting your high points and doing HIIT AS WRITTEN, theres no need for the extra. Good luck and keep it up! :)

Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (5 posts) at 10:31 AM:
Thanks all - OK, I promise to stay off the scale. Was curious about it only to see "trends." Dana, this is my first BFL. I'm doing the extra cardio mainly because I like getting my blood moving in the morning and so am willing to do it on my non-cardio days. As I said I am planning to keep all but the cardio days moderate (2.4 MPH). Also I want to make sure it is habit and the only way that is going to happen fast is by doing something at 6 am every day! And, I'll admit, I have not yet read BFL, only BFL for Women (blech) and extra cardio is okayed there although I suspect it is because the book is written from the POV that women are not going to be able to do HIIT (can you tell I am offended by the way this book is written?) Thanks all!

Body for Life Forum Message by nola (30 posts) at 10:45 AM:
It's hard to get out of the cardio-every-day mindset, but I STRONGLY suggest reading the original BFL book. If you want to do something at 6 am every day, you can definitely do that with the BFL plan as you are supposed to alternate your weight workouts with cardio and he suggests doing your workouts first thing in the am if possible. You can always do a quickie treadmill warmup before your weight workouts. No point in doing more than you need to....I have spent years over-doing it and wondering why I am (1) exhausted and (2) not seeing results. Reading the book has helped me see why....

Thread: Catfish? (41 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by hughesmx17 (4 posts) at 04:16 PM: Catfish?
I am new to the Body for life program. I started on 1/2/06 and so far am going exactly on track. Is catfish on the diet? I was thinking about making it tongiht but it wasn't on the list of authorized foods. Usually white fish is good for you. Thanks!!

Body for Life Forum Message by amylame (30 posts) at 04:29 PM:
Ive only ever had breaded, fried catfish - And that wont work! My guess is that any baked fish is a good fish!

Body for Life Forum Message by hughesmx17 (4 posts) at 04:39 PM:
Ok cool, I always bake my fish. I generally don't like fried food anyway. Thanks!

Thread: Visual Changes (22 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by chefmikeyd (14 posts) at 10:46 PM: Visual Changes
I have been on my challenge for 1 week and 2 days... I have already felt like I seen some minor changes at the end of my first week.... I was so excited... now a few days later, I look in the mirror and I feel like I look exactly as I did when I started... it goes back and forth... I have followed the program 100% perfectly every day with not even one full cheat day yet... please tell me... is this normal... I know many have said changes typically don't start really happening visually for 3-4 weeks.... I can feel my muscles growing larger... please tell me this is NORMAL?!?!? : )

Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (45 posts) at 11:03 PM:
Way too soon to tell. You have to give it a few weeks. Patience, patience.

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Thread: Sweet Potatoe Kick (185 Views)

Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (840 posts) at 11:40 AM:
Excellent tip! Thanks

Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (90 posts) at 10:22 PM:
Just tried them tonight. YUM!!! My kids loved them too.

Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (3 posts) at 11:01 PM:
I don't think I have ever had a sweet potato. I know what they are, but usually they are smothered in marshmallows. I will have to try. Thanks for the info!

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