Body for Life Forum Message by anavywife (174 posts) at 04:47 AM
I use the recipe in the EFL book and just add a little sweetener. I really like it and so does my husband. I usually add sweetener until it tastes sweet and choclatey. I guess you just have to experiment until it tastes the way you like.
Body for Life Forum Message by eSteve (162 posts) at 05:09 AM
Hey gang!
Here are things to consider:
1) Never put dry powder into hot cooking oatmeal - it will not dissolve! Don't do it unless you like clumpy protein powder nuggets in your oatmeal...
2) Always mix the protein powder up with water before adding to your oatmeal
3) Make sure the oatmeal is 95% done cooking before adding the protein mix, because sometimes cooking protein mix too much makes funny things happen.
4) Make the oatmeal as directed, with a little less water than normal, because you are adding more water with the protein mix.
5) Add Splenda to taste
6) Try a little bit of UNSWEETENED soy milk to add a little creamyness. Keep in mind the total calories...
7) Frozen unsweetened berries always make oatmeal more exciting!
Vanilla protein powder is more versatile, since you can cook oatmeal with bananas, berries, raisins -- just watch the overall calories and portion size if you add this stuff.
Hope that helps...
Kathy, when you come over to our place I will cook some up for you to try...
Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 07:17 AM
I will second. The first time I tried I hated it and like many of you couldn't eat more then a few bites. I don't even remember what possessed me to try it again. But from that time on I am hooked and LOVE the stuff. I would even say I am a little addicted to it. and eat it all the time now. And it is sooo quick and easy to make.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 09:05 AM
Any particular reason why you wouldn't raise the weight?
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (58 posts) at 09:56 AM
Switching from barbells to dumbells ... or vise versa ....
Go heavy on compound movements ... try 5 sets of 5 reps at 85% one rep max.
German Volume Training ...... the first couple of weeks you will feel like you've been in a auto wreck from the soreness.
To shock the muscles, you really have to try new things, and make sure you push yourself way past what you "think" you can do.
Hope this helps.
Body for Life Forum Message by goirish (3 posts) at 09:10 AM
I can not drink another Cappuccino flavor shake - so I was wondering if anyone would like them. I would send them free of charge. I would rather they went to someone instead of me throwing them away.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 09:20 AM
I have always been interesting in trying them. And would love to accept your offer.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (395 posts) at 09:52 AM
Hey rbsamy, if you end up not caring for them, I'll gladly take them off your hands:-) Very generous offer goirish.
Body for Life Forum Message by goirish (3 posts) at 10:43 AM
I have 11 left so I can send some to both of you. Just send me a private message with your address! Thanks!!
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (395 posts) at 10:50 AM
No, no, no, that's not what I meant! Please send them all to rbsamy. :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 11:34 AM
NooNoo georgia wendy... lets share. I love cappucino and have been looking for them. I am just wanting to see what they taste like. a trial taste before i would look into buying some of my own... So LEts share!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (795 posts) at 10:59 AM
LMAO.. I peeked in here to see if anyone had come forward that had tried the combo I was asking about..
& I find a discussion about the pros & cons of juice WITH Betagen... when my silly title was clearly about NOT taking Betagen at ALL.....
Bahahaha~ only her on Tracker can we get that OFF topic on a thread!
Take care all
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (571 posts) at 11:07 AM
Personally..I wouldnt do a challenge without Betagen. I think its the best product that EAS (or anyone for that matter) makes.
Body for Life Forum Message by Edward (23 posts) at 02:56 PM
Take your Betagen with water. If you are skinny and aren't worried much about body fat and you really want to gain mass...do as Bill Phillips says in the BFL book: Add an extra carb to the first three meals of the day.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 09:14 AM
Whenever I have it I use 2 scoops as a portion.
Body for Life Forum Message by p_ano_man (7 posts) at 09:27 AM
It does both for me - builds muscle and reduces soreness. I don't know how intense your workouts are, but if you aren't getting very sore, it's probably not intense enough. I am about halfway through a bottle of Betagen and have seen great gains in my muscle. When I'm done, I think I will switch to using Phosphagen Elite and Muscle Armor together.
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (58 posts) at 12:57 PM
Thank you for your reply.....was getting worried nobody wanted to give me advice. I know I should be sore I am not sure what I am doing wrong. I am going slow and lifting as much weight as possible, I get sweatty and need my min rest but I really don't get very sore the next day. This week I have begun adding additional excersises I did the UBW it made a little difference. Tonight I will try LBW and plan to adding some additional things to that too.....we will see. I really think I am hitting 10's so I am not sure.
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (81 posts) at 01:16 PM
I ran out one day so went to GNC and all they had was Phosphagen Elite on sale. I used that for a week til my Betagen came in. During that week, my soreness went away the day after (or at least almost). When my Betagen came in, I switched and my soreness came back. Now I use Betagen on cardio days and phosphagen elite on lifting days. Much Better for me!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 02:18 PM
I use it for both, and it works great!!!! I would not be without my BetaGen and my Myoplex Lite shakes!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1188 posts) at 01:01 PM
I read the thread about Flax Oil and helping with dry skin so yesterday I bought some and I only took it twice yesterday and once this morning before breakfast. I got really dizzy. I had to leave the gym because of I thought I was going to pass out. Do you think it could be from this or a coincidence of a virus or something. ANyone else have something like this happen?
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (91 posts) at 02:34 PM
I took Flax Oil for about a week and swore it made me feel weird. It's been awhile so I don't remember exactly HOW, but it was strange enough to make me stop. It may have been something else, but I've been afraid to take it since...though I saw the thread on dry skin and decided to try it again only to find that I had thrown out my bottle.
I'll be interested to see if anyone else has had any issues.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (58 posts) at 02:37 PM
No issues here. I've been taking 1200mg once daily for over two years now.
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (934 posts) at 02:44 PM
I just started it two days ago and no issues here sweet-e.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 03:15 PM
if i take flax oil i feel fine, but if i take the capsules i feel dizzy from it, i finally put 2 and 2 together and i only use the oil form now. and you reminded me i need to go buy more!
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by BGrego (9 posts) at 05:04 PM
I found a great deal the other day when my wife was out bargin shopping at the local Big Lots. She called me and asked me if I drank the Myoplex Carb Sense RTD's, I said no but would be willing to try them and asked why. She then told me they had about 50 of them there for 99 cents each! I told her to grab as many as she could fit in the cart because that was a smokin deal for the RTD's. Now most of them were the Dark Chocolate but I don't mind, they actually taste good. I think I found a great deal, and am gonna keep my eyes open for more. I don't think you can beat 4 bucks for a 4 pack of Carb Sense RTD's since I saw them at the health stores for alomst 12 bucks!
Also I tried out the Body for Life RTD's, not bad, a little high on carbs and low in protien but tastes good and fits the budget a little bit better than the box of Myoplex. What do the rest of you think about this product?
Has anyone else found a great deal online or at a favorite national store? If so please post some info.
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (79 posts) at 09:54 AM
Okay, to add fuel to my fear fire, my husband just told me we will be renting a car at the airport to use for the week. HELLO????????? We don't speak or read Italian. We'll be landing at 6:00 pm so I assume it will be dark by the time we actually get the car. How the HE77 are we going to find our way to the hotel? I'm a little freaked right now. He thinks I'm nuts. I'm usually very easy going but this is getting me nervous.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 10:11 AM
have a great trip! ive been to europe many times and lived in italy for a while. you have to go to Taormina, its the most beautiful city in sicily. my husband and i were there in april for our honeymoon and we rented a car. it was great but terrifying. if you dont know the roads and the way europeans drive i wouldnt reccomend it. my husband is an italian citizen, and we still got rearended by a trolley in milano, 2 flat tires on the autostrada by cinque terra, had to pay 500 euros for a new tire!, we got soooo lost so many times, but it was allll worth it, seeing italy and sicily by car is like nothing else ive ever done. just be careful and make sure you get ALL the insurance that the rental car company offers! we thought we did and ended up being charges 1500.00 4 months after we were there because of some issue with the car, we disputed it with the credit card company and didnt end up having to pay but it was a nightmare! if youre getting in at night i reccomend finding a hotel VERY close to the airport, driving at night can be scary if you arent used to it over there.
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 12:06 PM
3D- we went on a 16 day thing for our honeymoon that ended in Rome- the flight home was fine- even had little tv's in the back of every headrest.We probably won't be going back to Italy any time soon- we weren't real happy with the reception from the italians....but language shouldn't be a real problem- Most Europeans speak more than one language and most of the time it's english...now whether they WILL speak it to you is another story-you'll be happy you got the car- italians rail system is notoriously run down- Hubby and I are renting an apt. in Paris for a week in March, and the thought of shopping for groceries for us seems more daunting than anything else!-lol- Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by DESIRA Bull (33 posts) at 09:29 PM
WAHOO and Congratulations from the WHOLE BULL family-- that is FANTASTIC.
You must be really good to go to the top so fast!
Proud of you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (103 posts) at 04:13 PM
I could use one for myself when I get those nasty cravings!!!
Though my worry is that I may enjoy it too much!
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (194 posts) at 12:19 AM
Count me in crone.
Tonya
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (58 posts) at 07:23 AM
I would like to join the challenge!
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 07:47 AM
Money prize?
Everyone participating put $1 in the pot...winning team gets the pot.
Its ONLY a buck!
Body for Life Forum Message by tgantt (16 posts) at 08:55 AM
I want to be in, I've never done a mini-challenge
I'll donate a dollar too,
Thanks TIff
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 04:54 PM
I'm in! I love these things.... don't really know if they motivate me though. I mean I do the same with or without! lol Just want to win! to competitive?
Body for Life Forum Message by Lani (10 posts) at 05:26 PM
I'd like to join a team please!
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 05:38 PM
hey tc thats a great idea...or even $5...thats a great idea! oh i already said that! LOL
so i just got up from a nap......lol
what does everyone else think?
winning is usually a great motivator, h owever, obviously that isnt working because the teams fizzle after the first week or two.
Anyhow, how does the loot sound to everyone?
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 05:38 PM
We could do a paypal thing, like it goes to crone or whoever....and then the winning team gets it. although, they'd have to have paypal..hmmmm thoughts please.....
Body for Life Forum Message by bubblz7 (61 posts) at 08:49 PM
I know its only $5, but some have limited income...
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 09:51 PM
I am still in my last year of highschool! come on guys! money?! I can not even afford Gum sometimes!
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (285 posts) at 09:59 PM
I'm in for the Feb. Challenge!! The best prize in the world is the number changes on your profile at the end of the challenge. Do it for your numbers guys!!!! Thanks again crone!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (875 posts) at 12:30 AM
I had flashcards by Netter that were amazing. I received an "A" in my EMT-B class, an "A" in my A&P I, and a "B" in A&P II, partly due to those flashcards. They helped me memorize the bones, muscles, nerves, tendons, etc. and their insertion sites, origin, functions, etc. Netter does fabulous artwork and is well known among medical/nursing students for the graphics. You can type it in at Amazon and the flashcards should come up.
I am so excited....I am going to once again work side by side with Paramedics and EMT's (well, sort of). I get to ride along with Careflight now that they have a 3rd seat in the helicopter. I'm thinking of doing flight nursing per diem once I get another year in with the ICU.
Good luck with your EMT class! I loved mine...that's where I really knew I wanted to work in the medical field. I didn't go the Paramedic route, because frankly, getting paid $34,000 a year to start to risk my life just doesn't do it for me. I make $20k more a year than that and although what I do is dangerous, it's not nearly as dangerous as being out on the road.
With the flight nursing, I can satisfy both my cravings....the desire to help people and the adrenaline I thrive on when it comes to being first on scene.
And above all else, NEVER, EVER forget "BSI, Scene safety" upon starting a practicum or check off...lol! I almost failed a check off because I forgot to say those stupid words!
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (875 posts) at 12:35 AM
I don't have all the sites I used to use for EMT, unfortunately (that was 3 computers ago), but here are a few I used for Anatomy/Physiology and still look over occasionally for nursing. The last one is not really for educational purposes...just has really cool pics (warning for those with weak stomachs...don't go look at some of the photos they have):
http://www.skillstat.com/ECG_Sim_demo.html
http://www.ecglibrary.com/ecghome.html
http://www.enw.org/IVStarts.htm
http://www.med.ucla.edu/wilkes/inex.htm
http://home.cwru.edu/~dck3/heart/listen.html#Where%20to%20place%20your%20stethoscopy
http://www.sci.uidaho.edu/med532/cranialnervebackgroundinfo.htm
http://www.trauma.org/
Melanie = )
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (1044 posts) at 06:12 AM
OMG-you guys are awesome!!!
Thank you all so much for your comments and suggestions.
I am so excited to get study materials. Yes, just picture me sitting home on a Friday night with my cottage cheese and yogurt buried in my EMT book!
Kris--my EMT book is 10th Edition Emergency Care by Brady. I will certainly check out the DOT site. thanks for the great tip!
Body for Life Forum Message by Daaang Girl (87 posts) at 06:39 AM
OK, I'm sure you already know this, but your book has a coolio website with it. About the same as the website I suggested about. In the front of each online chapter is the DOT objectives, so your book must follow those protocols.
Are you planning on making emergency medicine a career? I was very close to going into the nursing program for the money, but decided to follow my heart into EMS instead. My personality fits in a LOT better with the route I have chosen..lol. (medics are an odd bunch, to say the least) Each person has their own reasons, but it's a great field that needs more people.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (1044 posts) at 07:03 AM
I would love to work as an EMT, but not as a Paramedic. Needles scare me. hehe!
Actually, I live in a very small town and our fire department is primarily volunteers, so I may pick up a crew night and see how that goes. I think I'll really need EMS in my routine to keep up on my skills.
I wanted to become an EMT because my search and rescue group doesn't have a medical person, and we need one badly.
I work in an IT field right now and can't complain about the money, so unless someone is paying EMTs REALLY REALLY WELL, I can't change careers right now.
I will check the website for my book. Thanks again!
Body for Life Forum Message by tgantt (16 posts) at 12:47 PM
I am a certified teacher, and am trained through the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital as a Academic Language Therapist specializing in Dyslexia. I have seven classes a day of 3rd through 6th graders in which I administer therapy for the "dyslexic tendencies". I still have a lot to learn, but I know that what everyone has said previously is correct!!! I have a five year old that is reading wonderfully for her age, and she still will begin on the left side of the page. I would suggest to continue to be as involved and READ READ READ with him. Talk to him about the books that you are reading, and point to the words as you read them. Have him point to the words with you, and discuss that the words are written from left to right. More than anything though, don't worry, and don't start being overly concerned until at least second grade. Make reading with him FUN FUN FUN, and don't let him see your anxiety. Please feel free to email me.
Thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (103 posts) at 12:55 PM
How awesome your 4 year old is learning to write...
It perfectly normal to transpose letters up until about 3rd grade (especially "b" "d" "p" "g")...
My oldest has a learning disability..( we eliminated dyslexia)...but now on rare occasion still does it in 4th grade...
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 02:20 PM
I do appreciate all the responses. While I was married to my children's father, we are now divorced and I am finding that I really knew nothing about this man. He is estranged from his family and the information he did tell me about himself and his family I am slowly finding out was/is incorrect.
Clearly, we are not on talking terms and never will be.
So I have very limited history on my children's father's side. What I know is not reliable. I have no clue if anyone in his family has dyslexia and I don't even know if he did. It certainly wasn't something we discussed.
Funny how you think you know someone. Yes, my situation COULD be a movie.
I think because of this, I get a little hyper-sensitive about "things" that might be wrong.
I appreciate all the responses and excellent information! I KNEW you all would help me! ;)
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (755 posts) at 12:08 PM
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
I HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR SPECIAL DAY!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 12:15 PM
oh, happy birthday
have your free day today.....go buy yourself a new top
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 12:23 PM
Happy Birthday!
Don't do anything I wouldn't do.... LOL
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 12:30 PM
Happy Birthday JEANNIE!!!!! Enjoy your special day!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (308 posts) at 12:18 PM
So I am a DJ, and this afternoon on my show I am going to get a fun topic going with the listeners: stupid things you have argued about with your boyfriend/girlfriend/husband/wife. I know this is something we ALL have done. I'm even going to get my ex-bf on the phone for this one, LOL! So here's where you come in...
If you all can think of some of the stupidest arguments you've had with your significant others and post them here, I'd love to be able to add them in as "emails that came into the show".
Thanks in advance for your stories!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 12:22 PM
I'd give you one, cause I know I've had my share, lol.... BUT gotta be some kind of amnesia protective thing going on, cause one particular one does not come to mind as i write this.
If I can get back before your show , I will
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by FitForGood (50 posts) at 12:42 PM
How long my pregnancies last. He says the way I count it I claim to be pregnant for 10 months. I tell him that it's nine months like every other full-term pregnancy. I cannot even figure out how he is coming up with this idiotic statement. I think the thing that makes it so infuriating is that he's saying I'm saying something I'm not saying. It's so stupid it doesn't even make any sense.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 12:48 PM
Well we've got some doozies and I'm sure there's worse than this but can't think - this thread should probably be something we all respond to on a daily basis. Or at least for me, ha, ha.
Steve's going to the grocery store for me; why I subject myself to this I'll never know because without fail he'll come back without the most important item. Okay, one day I needed canned tomatoes. Here's the conversation:
me: where's the canned tomatoes?
him: they didn't have any?
me: what do you mean they didn't have any?
him: exactly what I said - they didn't have any?
me: how can they not have canned tomatoes?
him: I don't know they just don't
me: there's no way that they don't have canned tomatoes
him: Trace, no matter what you say to me its not going to change the fact that they don't have canned tomatoes
Next episode - the missing item is brown beans as in Libby's deep brown beans - everyone knows them right?
me: where's the beans
him: they didn't have any
me: c'mon, get serious
him: I am serious - they didn't have any
me: Steve, what the hell are you talking about a grocery store always has brown beans
him: well this one doesn't
me: what is with you? first they don't have canned tomatoes, now its brown beans - I know for a fact that that they have shelves of them in different "flavours" too - its a SUPERSTORE for gawd's sake
him: quit yelling at me, I can't help it if they don't carry every single item of your needs
me: do they have milk & bread? how about eggs
I was so frustrated. So of course I've got to be right - aren't I always? I called the store - "hello grocery store, I know you're going to think we are totally retarded but could you check your shelves for canned tomatoes & brown beans". He comes back to the phone "yes ma'am we do". I ask him how much "about 8 feet wide & 3 shelves tall". Okay thanks, one more thing, do you have milk & bread? How about eggs? "yes ma'am, we do". Thank you so much, goodbye.
We go to the grocery store. He picks up the Libby's beans & shows me on the label the ingredients - WHITE BEANS!!!!!!!!!! aaaaarrrrrrghhhhhhhh
We still argue about this and I bet this happened at least 3 years ago.
I win this one right???????
Oh, & hows that for length? A record breaker?
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (91 posts) at 12:48 PM
I know I should have a lot of stories...but I can't think of any today either... Maybe that is a good thing, that they were stupid enough to be forgettable!
~Eileen
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 12:56 PM
The most ridiculous argument I ever had actually ended the relationship! I get a phone call from bf waking me up from a deep sleep in the middle of the night (he lives across town). He tells me he has a low grade fever and will I please bring him a thermometer? I said "low grade? How low grade?" Turns out his temp was 3 degrees below normal (95 something). He thought if your temp was LOWER than normal it was a LOW GRADE fever. He went on and on and begged for me to bring him a thermometer. I told him I would gladly get up and get dressed and come but if I did so it would be to drive him to the emergency room (read psyche ward) because it did sound like this was quite serious (I know I'm a sarcastic bitch). I ended up having to hang up on him. And this was after knowing him 10 years and dating (him) on and off the whole time!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 01:03 PM
kitwhit - okay yours is way funnier. Low grade fever? 95 degrees? Did he die?
drive him to the emergency room (read psyche ward) - baaaaahaaaaahaaaa
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (181 posts) at 01:13 PM
OK, my boyfriend use to eat out of a pie plate. I don't know why, but I just did not like this and when he would complain about his weight I would always joke that the key to his weight loss was getting rid of the pie plate. Well a couple of months ago, his pie plate dissapeared. He asked me repeatedly if I had taken his pie plate. I swear I did not. When he asked me I looked so guilty because It was so funny and I couldn't stop laughing. I mean he was really upset about that missing pie plate. To this day he says, "Common you can tell me the truth, I won't be made. Did you take the pie plate?"
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by FatLady (15 posts) at 01:19 PM
Here goes. My ex and I had some friends who where really weird.
They got a divorce on who was going to turn the light out at night. Weird right?
Body for Life Forum Message by FatLady (15 posts) at 01:19 PM
Here goes. My ex and I had some friends who where really weird.
They got a divorce on who was going to turn the light out at night. Weird right?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (308 posts) at 01:20 PM
These are great, you guys! Keep 'em coming... I go on the air at 3pm eastern, but won't start this topic until 4:50.
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 01:31 PM
Ok this one is recent the toothpaste argument
I bought this new toothpaste and one bottle for each of us. And a week or so ago I look over at his bottle and realize wow he is almost done with his while I still have quite a bit. So the other night I realize the fuller toothpaste is on HIS SIDE now! WTF .... so I switch it back over. Then I make a comment about him trying to swipe my fuller toothpaste.
WELLLLL.... then he goes off that he noticed I was going through my toothpaste basically reversed roll there. And claimed that was HIS toothpaste. Well this argument went on and still is... esp. when I open the bathroom door and make a big production of using MY fuller toothpaste! HAAAA! That will stick it to him ROFLMAO!
-T
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 01:37 PM
Hey J-dub..does your station broadcast on the web?
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 01:41 PM
Here's one: being woken up in the middle of the night & getting this: Who were you having sex with in your dream?!?! Trust me, you can't even argue over this!
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (308 posts) at 01:48 PM
BAHAHAHAHAA!!
We don't broadcast on the web yet, but they're saying we WILL within a week. WAHOOO!
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (382 posts) at 01:55 PM
I am hyperactive and can't sit still for very long.Susan and I were both off in the middle of the week. Usually I would be out in the pasture working on fences, barns, shoveling poo etc. but on this particular day it wouldn't quit raining from the moment we woke.So she had her normal things to do, clean house, wash clothes, etc, and I kept following her around, pestering her to let's go do something. When I suggested to "Let's go out and shop(which we don't do well together)she unloaded on me about the reason I wanted to go shop is because I was bored and normally wouldn't ask.Well it got so bad I had to go sit in the barn with the animals to cool down. When I came back in, a couple of hours later, she handed me a note suggesting maybe we needed to live apart but at the same address. When she asked if I had anything to say, I asked how she would handle it if I started bringing women over if we lived apart.I almost was pummeled that night. The funny thing is that we when got married we flew to Vegas 10 years prior because it was raining and I couldn't work on the property at that time.And she always kids about the fact that we got married because it was raining and I had nothing to do.
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 02:02 PM
oh UGH!
I had this bf once ... we argued about the most retarded stuff... mostly about him wanting me to be more like his mom.. (gee I wonder why that one ended)..
So I was fixing dinner one night and he asks how long its going to take... I say about 30 minutes, he's like, "why is it going to take so long!?!" I was making fresh green beans, so I explained that they needed to be washed, trimmed and then cooked til they're soft.... he freaks out and is like "It never takes my mom that long to make green beans".. by this point I was so fed up with not being like his mom I just blurted out... "No shit! Your mom cooks her vegetables from a can, in the microwave!!"
...he didnt get that there was anything wrong with that.... o_O
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (682 posts) at 02:56 PM
Damn, this is a great thread! I just sat back LMAO totally enjoying the fact that I am not the only one in a relationship where you fight over the DUMBEST things!!! Thank you so much for making a hard day for me a little easier with a little laughter. I won't go into my stupid argument cuz I will probably get pissed off again at how dumb it was and go home and bring it up and fight all night about it again! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (178 posts) at 03:30 PM
How about getting into an argument over how we were going to train our dog? Actually happened!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (151 posts) at 03:44 PM
In the beginning stages of meeting my current BF we argued for a whole evening about who was flirting more.. I swore i wasn't even flirting..I was merely talking to him.. or even looking in his direction.. but THAT was flirting.. If I even looked over at his side of the room, i was flirting.. gimme a break!! And the worst part is that this flirt tactics worked on me.. :S
Body for Life Forum Message by Mikmindz (74 posts) at 04:28 PM
I am at work, and am now attracting attention to myself because I am crying from laughing so hard.
I've been married for 12 years and haven't really had a serious argument. Although we did disagree on whether or not flamingoes could fly.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (308 posts) at 06:46 PM
I want to thank you all for your responses. I used a lot of them on the air, along with a ton of calls that came in. And I called my ex-bf on the air and asked him what we used to fight about, and then started a fight with him about one of those things, LMAO.
This thread has been so fun to read, I think we should keep it going, even though the show is over for the day!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (178 posts) at 06:48 PM
Good job, J-Dub!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 07:05 PM
Hey Jess - this is a great thread.
I see you responded to my "food costs" thread. Ooooohhhhhh, there's a deeper meaning to this one. Matter of fact, so deep there is no speaking in this house at the moment. I'm so mad about this recent "tiff" I can't even gather my thoughts to write about it - maybe tomorrow.
You know what really pisses me off? You're not gonna believe this. I guess you've gathered we're arguing about grocery bills. Well I'll fix him I thought. I dig this old & I mean old tough roast out of the freezer for HIS supper tonight (not my supper), make some kind of gravy concoction, throw in a variety of vegetables, put it on about 275 degrees for about 6 hours - could care less about him & his complaining nor his supper.
Smells a bit yummy I guess, take it out & just taste it. IT WAS FREAKING AWESOME!!!!!! There take that you stupid ***hole!!! I sure showed him didn't I?????? What made me so mad is it was supposed to taste like freezer to show him we do have to grocery shop. I had spinach salad & dry turkey breast for supper - yum, yum. Then he ate my butterscotch ripple ice cream which he "hates" so much. I'm getting madder by the minute.
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 07:18 PM
J-Dub please let us know when your show hits the web OK?
And Flower, keep trying, you'll get there!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (795 posts) at 07:30 PM
Great thread Jess.. I saw it earlier on Your Blog & had been racking my brain...even phoned Hubby to see what he could think of... the thing is being that this is the second go for us both... we really don't argue! ya pathetic..
We do have pretend ones about me using his head of the electric tooth brush .. ( I sometimes grab it & can't remember to change it over to the other one & so his is alway worn out WAY before mine...but that's about it!
Body for Life Forum Message by onetallmama (35 posts) at 09:25 PM
OK, I know this is too late for your show but I must vent about this. My husband and I have been married 21 years and we get along great except...
we consistantly argue over dental floss. My husband is really tall and he has really long arms and every night when he pulls out the dental floss he pulls out a whole arm's length. I am not kidding it is about 2 1/2-3 feet long. Who needs that much dental floss? It drives me nuts because I buy expensive dental floss, Glide. Whenever I mention it he just becomes defensive and says he needs it all and to leave him alone.
I hate to complain because I know that some husband's don't even floss their teeth - ugh! But it really bugs me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Coloradokid1984 (173 posts) at 09:30 PM
This caused me to file for divorce..
Came home from work, wife was in the family room folding clothes. I went up stairs and changed clothes and came down to the family room to see how her day off was. Her border collie followed me down stairs and started licking his private parts.... She looked at me with killer eyes and said "that dog hadn't lick himself all F---en day until you got home"... I just started laughing because this was it... I looked and her and said "you mean I cause oyur dog to lick himself"... in a real nice voice she said "no, I just meant he hadn't licked himself all day".... The next day I filed for divorce.... This was just the last straw!!!
Casey
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (981 posts) at 10:48 PM
LOL The pie plate just reminded me of this ongoing argument (going on 10 years now...been married 11)
We had moved around a few times, when we were first married and I had done most of the packing/unpacking. During one move his beloved red baseball cleats came up missing. (it must have been off season when we moved or something) Last I remember they were in the locked outside closet with his other gear. He swears I just hated him playing baseball and I tossed them. RIGHT. Because I hate him playing. Like its the cleats fualt. And I LOVE to waste things. He was gonna have to get new cleats, to replace them, and that benefits me how??? I'm sure I just thought"oooh, if I lose the special shoes, then he'll just stop doing what he loves most in the world. Yes, brillliant!!" He still insists I threw them out to spite him.
I'm SURE he'd never leave them at the field. Yeah, thats never happened before....:P
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (755 posts) at 11:22 PM
Of course I think of mine AFTER the fact! lol...
Here goes.
My ex and I used to fight about:
Not arguing! What? you say? Yes..we never argued, so I would get bored and tried to pick an argument! His response was always, "whatever you say dear!"... which would infuriate me even more. I mean, what's a relationship without a make-up s*x, right? So we'd argue about not having arguments...which would be the highlight of my week believe it or not. We were together 10 years...can you imagine the boredom? After we divorced, a friend of mine about summed it up when she says...
"You know, to be honest I'm glad your not with him anymore cause I can now say this...he has the personality of a wet mop!" lol
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (648 posts) at 03:09 PM
Here are the team standings
Team 5 379.5
Team 2 363.2
Team 7 361.3
Team 1 358.6
Team 8 358.0
Team 4 349.7
Team 9 325.1
Team 3 317.6
It's still anyone's race with just one week left to gather points and reach your 4 week goal. Who will it be? Team 5. Maybe team 3 can pull it out of a hat. Never know.
Good Luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jame (25 posts) at 03:43 PM
i see my team is missing.. team 6. maybe our points haven't been turned in yet?
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (648 posts) at 03:49 PM
Team 6 and Team 10 are MIA
Body for Life Forum Message by Jame (25 posts) at 04:18 PM
hummm... seems like we've been missing at least 1 member from the start. oh well i guess!
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (61 posts) at 04:20 PM
Lets finish Strong Team 5 We can be the champions that we always knew we were.
Dave
Body for Life Forum Message by ReenieC (144 posts) at 04:21 PM
whooo hooo...team 2!! we're gaining on ya Team 5...and I've got a perfect week so far!! (ok, so it's only Wednesday)
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 04:46 PM
comeon 8!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (323 posts) at 05:46 PM
Team 5 we are just giving you a false sense of confidence, Team 3 coming back from the dead!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (151 posts) at 05:49 PM
aww team 6... what happened?? Come on get in gear! We can finish last.. but let's at least finish!
Body for Life Forum Message by vonkarolinas (92 posts) at 04:59 PM
Anybody here tried this?
Body for Life Forum Message by ICU_RN (875 posts) at 01:02 AM
The following is from a lady who moderates a Body for Life Women's board (some may have heard of her...Skwigg?). I respect the advice she has to offer because she does her homework and then some. This is some of what she has had to say in the past about soy protein:
Isolated soy protein powders can have a huge impact on estrogen
levels. We've had women here who've suddenly quadrupled their soy
intake and experienced bloating, hot flashes, nausea, and breast
tenderness in addition to not losing any weight. After seeing a
doctor, ruling out pregnancy, and eliminating the soy shakes, all the
symptoms subsided.
Bodybuilders tend to avoid using large amounts of soy protein powder
because of the estrogen issue. Male bodybuilders in particular run
from soy protein like vampires from garlic. Bumping up your estrogen
levels might be dandy if you're a post-menopausal mall-walker, but if
you're into bodybuilding and fitness and trying to get ultra lean, it
will set you back. Estrogen is a fat storage hormone. It's the reason
women naturally carry more body fat than men. Ponder what increased
estrogen does to a woman's percentage of body fat during puberty and
pregnancy. You don't want any of that going on while you're making an
effort to build muscle and get lean. :-)
It's not that soy itself is evil. I use plenty of veggie burgers and
soy products. It seems to be large quantities of the isolated soy
protein powders that cause problems.
Renee
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 10:49 AM
it might be considered a veggie, but IMO id just stay away from them. There is little nutritional value, and WAY too much sodium. And I LOVE pickles, especially the big fat deli ones lol.
good luck
karen
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (46 posts) at 11:55 AM
If you;re calling a pickle yoru veggie you're missing out on vital nutrients, minerals and fiber that are supplied by traditional vegetables like spinach, broccoli, squash and other great vegetables.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondeambyshun (40 posts) at 12:32 PM
A long time ago, I heard that zapping things like vegetables and other stuff for too long in the microwave actually decreased the nutrient value in them. Is that true? I always worry about that when i put things in the microwave. Any thoughts anyone?
Body for Life Forum Message by jvkooy (5 posts) at 07:49 PM
I'm really struggling with this! I know what to do its just doing it. I was contemplating joining weight watchers. My friend has done really well...I thought I could do it and still adhere to the bfl plan. I'm just thinking it would help for the support. I thought for $10 week it may be worth it. I've tried to get friends to help but it doesn't work very well.
Any thoughts on this? I'm such an emotional eater!
Body for Life Forum Message by reagan123 (120 posts) at 08:05 PM
Here's my .02 for what it's worth. I think weight watchers is a decent program. I know some people who have lost weight doing it.
The ploblem I think you'll run into doing both is that WW uses a point system. Alot of good BFL friendly food seems to sit a bit high on the point scale.
It may help you, but I would try to just stick to the BFL plan. The more you try to do other stuff, the harder it will be to stay on track.
Good Luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Lavender (6 posts) at 08:06 PM
There is a group of gals over on the weight watchers boards under fitness challenge who are actually following weight watchers (for the eating part)& body for life (for the exercise).They too are a helpful group .
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 08:22 PM
I like the core program for people better than the points but both can work if you make lifestyle changes
Body for Life Forum Message by DESIRA Bull (33 posts) at 09:36 PM
We have a group at school (most of us our weight watchers drop outs) We decided after spending hundreds of dollars (some of us are over a thousand) for the years, that it all still boils down to making a plan and following it (tough for free spirit musicians like me)
The core plan (where you don't count points) can be similar to the BFL eating, as there is an approved food list.
One weight watchers leader I had (the best one- one who lost 100 lbs..) always encouraged us to eat what she called the "God foods" anyway. (foods that were as close to the way God made them- minimal (if any) processing. I see this as a similar thing to BFL.
I'm trying to get going again, and will be doing WW core eating and BFL lifting - my support group is at school counting points and the weights are here at home. Working on getting things into balance so that I can see some results.
(although-- just WW eating- I've lost 7 lbs. in the past 2 weeks)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 09:52 PM
Sure why not! I did weight watchers and I think that its a great program but lacks in that you can eat whatever you want if you do the point system so you might not be getting the nutrition you need (who wants to waste points on stuff that is good for you..LOL!!)I dropped weight but to be honest I was far from healthy and found that if I splured that meant starving myself the rest of the day..not good. But If you use the points and only eat off the approved BFL list then you could do both. Another idea though would be ...save the 10 bucks, find a local BFL person and meet up or exchage pics every week instead :) I agree that the support of WW is probably the real success, not neccessarily the plan. In fact its very similar to bfl it even has the free day (except its a controled free day which I think is better since you get 35 extra points, not unlimited all day..)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 09:54 PM
man im tired and that was rambling and made no sense...
off to bed with me!!
Body for Life Forum Message by guitargoddess (147 posts) at 10:13 PM
I did weight watchers b4 I heard about bfl.... I did great on it, but the more you loose the less you can eat and then it starts getting hard to stretch those points. And then you get bored or tired of it. After you give up the weight comes back super fast and twice as hard. Besides meeting up once a week for an hour and weighing infront of 20 strangers isn't fun. And I also didn't spend my points on healthy food, I took advantage of eat what you want as long as you don't go outside your points. I lost alot of wieght but I wasn't putting on muscle either. Stick to Bfl just kick it up a notch.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 10:33 PM
I would also recommend the Cheater's diet... At least read it for those that have completed more than one challenge
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 11:16 PM
IMO..
my sister has been on ww for several months (about 6 i think) and has lost 60 some pounds. Great right? welll....not exactly.
They are focused on solely WEIGHT LOSS...which also means MUSCLE LOSS..
her problem is now that she is "soft" . sure, shes lost the weight, but now shes stuck in a battle with some flab...lol. she dont look bad, however, muscle tone is a great thing, and who wants to sacrifice that when it all comes down to commitment and planning anyway..regardless of the program.
Good Luck in whatever you choose to do!
xoxo
karen
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 11:26 PM
Please keep in mind that nothing is a quick fix. I will take time no matter which road you choose to take....
(now if i can just practice what i preach! LOL)
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscles_Marinara (22 posts) at 11:33 PM
You can't so WW and BFL at the same time. You need to choose between the two.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 01:07 PM
I know that this is a bit off of the BFL plan & I Haven't done it yet, but Pam Brown does the bench dips after her tricep sets. She does one set to failure. I just read that in an old article on her in Muscle Media. That to me is a good way of doing since there is no weight. And obviously it works if you have seen her! I will probably do that starting next week when I change up my exercises.
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (181 posts) at 09:08 AM
Does anyone have this? It is basically a pain around the knee caused by the patella not tracking right or having too much stress. I was diagnosed a couple years ago and given PT exercises to perform. i was told to not do any squats or weight lifting that causes much stress to the knees. Well I have been doing leg extensions, but have not been able to really push it for fear of hurting my knee and then not being able to do cardio.
I have decided to stop doing the quad BFL work and substitute these PT exercises for the time being until my knee starts feeling better. The PT exercises are isometric and meant to strengthen the inner thigh, quad, and other muscles that support and the knee.in it's movements.
I would really like to push my quads more as BFL suggests, so was wondering if anyone knows of quad exercises which are easy on the knees? I will not be able to hit 10s with the PT exercises.
Sorry for such detail.
Thanks,
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 09:24 AM
I can't recommend any excercises to you. Just wanted to offer. That I also have had knee problems in the past (did not have DR look at it) which lead to me having to stop any cardio. Was doing triathlons at the time. I do the LBWO but am hesistant to increase weights. and do not hit 10's on the workouts. I am working on trying to increase weights but am fearful of stressing the knees too much. sigh.
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (181 posts) at 10:04 AM
I started to have this knee pain when I first did BFL about 3 years ago. I was doing a lot of trail running and they said that that is pretty tough on my knee condition also.
I am glad at least that I know what it is and therefore have at least some therapy I can do if I choose to.
I don't go to the doctor much, but I am glad I went this time. I was really suprised at how good they were at figuring it out. I went to a doctor's group that treats OSU atheletes.
Do you have insurance? I would definately recommend you go to a doctor to figure out your knee problem and then you will know how much you can push the weights.
Best of Luck,
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (290 posts) at 10:50 AM
These sound just a bit silly, but give them a try. They work if you do them enough. While seated in a chair, simply push down as hard as you can into the floor with the HEEL of your foot. Feel the leg with your hands as you do that, and you'll note that this specifically fires the vastus medialus muscle, which is the inside muscle you are trying to build up. If you push down with the ball of the foot, it favors firing the outside muscle, though both are actually worked somewhat. These are light exercises but done enough and with enough force they WILL help the strengthening process.
Body for Life Forum Message by nursegillum (37 posts) at 02:21 AM
Maybe try and sit down with your mom and explain how these habits like leaving these foods out affect you; because she truly loves you like any mother loves her kids, she should respect the effort you are making to improve your health and at least compromise a little and store the foods away from your sights. Heck, maybe out of sight, out of mind for her, too! Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lani (10 posts) at 11:33 AM
I know for the first couple of weeks I have terrible temptations to give in to my cravings. I have a sweet tooth and love pastries etc. But when I would look at something sweet I'd remember that I made a promise to myself that I would see this challenge through. Now the temptations are 98% gone.
Today there was a birthday in the office and of course there was cake. But I looked at that cake and decided that I wanted to be fit more than I wanted the cake. It was easy to say no. It will get easier for you too. Just hang in there!
Body for Life Forum Message by Edward (23 posts) at 03:47 PM
I honestly have not cheated once so far (I'm in week 4) and I will not. Period. I would be ashamed of myself.
But I'll tell you what...if my girlfriend wasn't doing this with me I probably would. We hold each other accountable. If you can get someone to do this with you...do it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Evielee (75 posts) at 04:54 PM
We live in a non BFL world here guys, it's about how you live your life 1st and secondly how you LET others influence your behaviour.
My partner has snack food avaliable at all times in our house (but only once and a while he indulges) so it does stear at me when I'm feeling weak, but my solution is to have on hand healthy low fat options instead - jery, rice crackers, rice cakes, shakes, protein bars etc - if your going to slip up make it a BFL slip up. And just train yourself to stay away from non bfl food - IT"S NOT FOR YOU!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 05:32 AM
Hey Folks,
Just bumping this up... as I am still getting PM inquiries re this dvd set.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by scrappinmichelle (54 posts) at 06:28 AM
Kerry, you are THE BOMB for doing this! Thanks soooooo much!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 07:44 AM
can those that have the tapes report back? Just wondering where it is on the list at this point.
Thanks.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 08:24 AM
just a heads up, there are quite a few people selling the vhs of this on ebay for under $5.00, i think i may buy one and we can get another into circulation.
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 08:47 AM
that's cool. I don't do ebay, or I probably would have one of my own!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 04:34 PM
I hope we aren't missing a team member! I'll just die! (I mean faint of course) I don't know about checking and seeing how much weight I lost my scale just busted! I think I will go to the store really quick and pretend to buy a scall so I can weigh myself! hehe
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 10:50 AM
bump
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 12:40 PM
Feeling the left over burning today! That is a good thing....oh man, I just quoted Martha! Looking forward to tomorrow's routine.
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 10:34 PM
The running is going well thanks for all the support
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (194 posts) at 12:15 AM
Hey Norm,
You tried this before. Hope it pans out this time. I'm in Philly and you can count me in.
Tonya
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (308 posts) at 08:11 AM
Good idea! I'm in. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (323 posts) at 09:51 AM
Alright, lets see what we can come up with!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 12:32 PM
I am in a beach town in Ocean County NJ, an hour & 10 from Philly. I am there often as a Flyer season ticket holder. Keep me posted!
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (323 posts) at 05:33 PM
Would Philly be too far for everyone or is there a place thats in between everyone?
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (834 posts) at 05:51 AM
I have been having so many "problems" over the last year. I looked at the website and decided to try it. I bought a one month supply.
Thanks for posting all the great info about pooping....LOL! I am hoping this helps me!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 05:53 AM
I ordered my 3 month supply last night. So Rie and BIGBULL we should be getting our orders about the same time. We should keep this thread going to report in!
Body for Life Forum Message by raindrop (30 posts) at 07:09 AM
Alexis, thanks for posting the details on such a "personal" subject. I know that you have helped a lot of people who have been curious about this. I'm glad you mentioned that you had tried other products, as I was thinking this morning (on the way to the gym) that GNC had some colon cleansing product (cheaper). I guess you get what you pay for. I'll try a one-month supply and see how it goes. Will be an interesting topic to keep tabs on.
I have to say, my ex-mother-in-law has always been a big health nut. I used to think she was crazy with all the colon cleansing, juice fasts, vitamin/minerals she use to do/have. But I tell ya that woman is going to live to be 150 years old, and she looks great.
Rhonda
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 08:11 AM
lol, im glad so mnay of you are going to try it! one recommendation i can make to you is make sure you follow the guidelines it gives you with the schedule of taking it each day. you take the paranil first thing in the am on a empty stomach, and then 15- 20 min later take the fiber shake. but i suppose it wouldnt hurt to take it after everone's morning workout if you do it first thing in the am. but dont wait! and take the tea before you go to bed. i made the mistake of not forgeting the fiber and having the tea one day and the next day i had some "d", you need that fiber!!! lol
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 08:26 AM
The people at Dr Natura probably are freaking out about the influx of orders last night! lol
I'm probably gonna order this next week when I get my tax return. =) Definitely want to keep this thread active to hear whats happening to everyone who is starting it!!
Body for Life Forum Message by FatLady (15 posts) at 08:43 AM
I glad to hear all the posts on pooping. Colon cleansing a lot of the stars are doing it at spas but theirs are not pills. Jack Osborne lost 20lbs from the garbage in his system. Has anyone here lost a lot of weight? I have been thinking about this because I have IBS. I am either constipated or diaraha. I take a lot of laxatives and I am tired of it. I will look at some of the .coms that you have mentioned. I am VERY interested.
Body for Life Forum Message by ReenieC (144 posts) at 09:09 AM
Mucca-thanks so much for your information. I will be placing an order this week and I can't wait to get started...never thought I would be excited about going to the bathroom!! Anyway, I was always afraid to try CC since anything i've tried in the past just did not, well, sit right with my system. I don't know if I'll be taking any photos though. :) Thanks again, I appreciate your honest feedback along with everyone else that offered their opinion!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 09:22 AM
ok being the total skeptic as always..how do you know that the stuff they are selling you isn't just making your have bizzare bowel movements?
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (134 posts) at 09:49 AM
This is so funny. I think there is a new 3 month challenge starting here...How many of you will be cleansing your colons together? Posting your "findings".
All in good heath!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 10:31 AM
Well, I figure even if they are bizarre movements- the stuff in them wasn't in the psyillium (sp?) that this contains so it must be coming out of me! I have to say after reading the web site last night, I had some very hinky feelings about parasites maybe being in me...everything I looked at I wondered "Are there parasites in that just waiting to hook themselves into me???" And...I went out and had sushi for my birthday last night- I don't even want to begin telling you all what weird thoughts that roe gave me....I swear, If I get even a glimpse of anything that looks like it might have been living in there- it's gonna be the shriek heard round the world.
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (89 posts) at 12:20 PM
I checked out drnatura.com and I think I'm scarred for life! I have no doubt on the benefits, but I'm afraid of the outcome. Just the tought of seeing live stuff swimming in my toilet is giving me the creeps. I think I'm going to pass for now.
I'd be interested to know other people's experience though.
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 12:42 PM
what freaked me out was that 20ft poo.... I mean that HAS to be uncomfortable coming out!! O_O I imagine it feeling similar to your insides falling out cause thats what it looks like!
So who's to say it doesnt make you poo out stuff that is *supposed* to be there? I mean like essential flora and stuff?
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 12:47 PM
Well, it probably does- but that stuff regenerates much more quickly ( the good stuff)
I think of it like this- there are essential probiotics in our saliva too- but that doesnt stop me from brushing my teeth everyday.....
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (683 posts) at 01:48 PM
Oh no. Thinking about Dr. Natura acting like a toothbrush for the colon is giving me the jitters about brushing my teeth tonight.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 01:56 PM
Courtesy flush please!
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (934 posts) at 02:17 PM
uhhhhhhh........is it possible to have IBS (Intimidated Bowel Syndrome) from reading this thread??? I ordered the Colonix yesterday and just from ordering it I have been having some interesting movements already!!!
...and I thought if you wanted to start a movement you just eat prunes!!!
BAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAHAAAAAAAA!!!
running to win........BB
Body for Life Forum Message by Edward (23 posts) at 02:48 PM
LOL! I read this whole thread. Thanks for all that info Mucca. I checked out the website and it was neat. I probably wouldn't buy it based off of their testimonials alone (because I'm in sales and I know how that can go) but if you guys are for it, then I trust it.
I lived overseas in many different places including some third world countries in my time in the Air Force. I've been out of the AF for one year now. So on top of my old diet of processed crap and eating at various places in third world countries...I'm giving this a shot.
If I see any kind of worm or eggs or anything I think I will be scarred for life. I would be absolutely horrified. But it's better than having that stuff living in me.
I'll let you guys know how it goes!
Body for Life Forum Message by DESIRA Bull (33 posts) at 02:49 PM
I want to thank everyone on this thread for referring Big Bull to the show and tell web-sites..
I was treated to a "before breakfast" picture buffet.. (needless to say, I've had no problem with excessive appetite today.)
Truthfully, though-- it sounds interesting. Glad that Big Bull will be our family's Big Guniea Pig.
I'm sure that there will be plenty of "show and tell" about it in the master bathroom of Big Bull's Big house.
p.s. Big Bull is looking very good these days. He sure knows how to "get after it." Hoping to have some of that rub off on me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 03:08 PM
lol, this thread is getting too funny, hot body thats a great mental image, thanks a lot!
i started uping my dose up the fiber and the paranil, and holy cow it makes a difference. someone said they were scared about seeing worms in the toilet and such, i think the paranil kills them before they come out. thats why they dont come out regularly if you have them, they are latched onto the "plaque" and your intestines and taking the paranil kills them so obviously they arent holding on to anything anymore and they come out with your bm? does that make sense? lol
desira, my husband and i have "show and tell" sometimes. its brought us closer together! its almost like a contest between the 2 of us!
im really glad people are interested in this system, i forgot to mention its sweetened with stevia, for those of us, myself inculded, who dont like to, or cant consume/process artificial sweeteners.
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (683 posts) at 03:35 PM
Omigod.
Reading this thread is almost worse than watching Alien. And yet more enticing than staring at a plate full of Krispy Kremes right out of the microwave.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 03:54 PM
One time, someone sent me a link to a site called rotten.com (for those who dont know, its a site with dead bodies and horrid accidents etc....)it was horrible but I just couldnt stop looking at it (Just when I thought I'd had too much...I'd see the next link "Oh come on! a person really couldnt have their jaw sliced TOTALLY off and still live...could they???*click*)
For the rest of the day, people I saw at work were just big moving bags of soon to be decayed flesh....decapitations waiting to happen...
Well, I've been reading Drnatura testimonials all day....and now---well, as far as Im concerned you've all become big, egg sac filled, worm infested, pus ridden globs of black sausage casings...and I mean that with every bit of love in my heart *wink*
Body for Life Forum Message by Edward (23 posts) at 05:08 PM
Wow Rie, how kind of you. I'm curious to see what you say when you're actually mad!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 05:10 PM
lol- well at least all the old schoolers know what I mean....
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (18 posts) at 05:37 PM
Oh my! I went to the drnatura website and now I'm freaking out. Parasites!? Worms!? What the ..... If anything like that is in me it is a permanant resident 'cause I do not want to know about it. Well, on the other hand.... lol
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 06:23 PM
OK - so I just got my shipping confirmation from Drnatura and assume that BIG BULL, Rie and Edward did as well (and certainly there are some lurkers who did).
I am 3 1/2 weeks into my first BFL challenge and not yet ready to do a mini challenge team or a pull up or push up contest but everyone I know tells me I am full of sh*t so I hereby challenge my 3 fellow cleanse-orderers to a poop challenge! When the first one of us receives our shipment start a new thread and we can share our toilet adventures! I for one think I won't sleep after seeing those photos until I get my first dose in me.
Disclaimer: I noted the testimonials about weight loss but I'm not interested in that as I am doing just fine in that department with BFL. I'm just interested in the outcome of all this (as it were).
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 06:31 PM
Rie - I saw that site too. I know what you mean about looking. It got to the point where we were giggling - you know that nervous type of can't stifle it kind of giggle. Yes, I did question myself, my morals & values (WTF???).
I think its a great idea about reporting on a thread daily. I'll be looking for these details. I also think you should all post pics & compare (no I'm not joking - I'll take a looksee).
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 06:46 PM
I see your challenge! I came home and asked my hubby how his day went- he said I now had him freaked out about having worms-lol! He said he read several other sites on how they can get to be SEVERAL feet long!
So, we are splitting the three months supply-
I talked to a doctor who said if you own a cat you almost invevitably have intestinal parasites....oh goody.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (683 posts) at 06:50 PM
Does owning two mean I've got TWICE as many parasites?!?
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (530 posts) at 06:50 PM
What, You guys think you are gonna have all that toilet fun without me?
Nope, I am all in and just placed my order.
I guess this puts a new meaning onto the term S.H.I.I.T
The only problem I can see is with all the water we drink and now after taking the colonix,
Will we ever leave the bathroom???????
Rod
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (795 posts) at 07:22 PM
Flower!! this is all your fault .. you just HAD to mention this thread on the phone today didn't you ??? LOL! ... now I'm staring at strange pictures & wondering if this stuff could be shippied up to Cananda ..INSTEAD of making dinner!
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 07:23 PM
BWAAAAHAHAHAHA Rod!!! S.H.I.I.T.!!!??? Bwaaaaahahahahaha!
And for the record I now have THREE cats and have at one time had FIVE at one time. I am sure to win this challenge cheeks down!
The game is on!
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 07:43 PM
You all are full of Sh*T, all of you! Including me!
All ya'll are interested in is Sh*t ......
ROFLMAO!!!! This thread is killing me! Though I will admit I have thought of buying this product.
So I am curious if your taking ginormous sh*ts like 20 ft and sh*t? Wouldn't that clog up your toilet? I mean that kinda scares me LOL...
Don't mean to talk so much sh*t but ya know it seemed to be the right place.
Poo a lot, Poo even MORE!-T
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 07:48 PM
i cant believe how many of you have bought this!! you are really going to like it. when you all get your orders we should start that thread about it and keep daily tabs!
ill start it now by saying today after uping my dose i had the biggest bm ever! im sure you guys will find that once you start you'll notice it takes LESS time to go to the bathroom. my husband before would be on the toilet for 20-20 mins, because he had problems. now hes in and out in less than 3. lol. alright im off to have my tea!
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 07:52 PM
TNT - With my order placed I have been through this thought process. If I am sitting there and it seems to be too much for the plumbing should I flush mid-stream to avoid clogs? And if I do will it hurt?
Seems to me all this will be answered in the upcoming S*H*I*I*T thread. Don't touch that remote!
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 08:53 PM
So thats how to get him off the toilet. I swear sometimes I think he fell in! I will just start sneaking him some ol' cleanser in his coffee he won't know what hit him LMAO. He will just think it was the coffee. ROFLMAO!
KIT: Those are some really important questions to be asking? Inquiring minds want to know. I mean a Toilet bowl can only hold so much. Will it be over flowing? I mean 20 ft. Daaaaaaaammmmmnnnnn that has got to be the longest sh*t EVER!
This thread fascinates the hell out of me. All the poo threads do! ROFLMAO. I am not gonna lie I am tempted to try it out. Demons begone......
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 09:04 PM
well great.
Now I'm looking at curezone and am finding out that in a 48 hour period I can do a liver flush using common household foods....AND I'm seeing pictures and testimony from people who are passing as many as 400 pea size to golfball size gallstones during this flush...AND they are saying until you pass about 5000 stones doing sucessive flushes, your liver isnt clean
this is never gonna end...Im now going to have to flush every part of my body.
If you need me...I'll be in the loo.
Body for Life Forum Message by Edward (23 posts) at 09:19 PM
LMAO! I leave this thread for a few hours and come back and now this? It got out of hand in here!
As for the Poo Challenge...count me in. For the time being, maybe we can just change our BFL progress pictures to Poo Challenge BM pictures. What do you think?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 09:23 PM
tnt, i have had a couple of occasions where ive had to do a midflush while using the colonix! and im onyl 1.5 weeks into it! they say it could take up to a few weeks for it to REALLY kick in!
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by DESIRA Bull (33 posts) at 09:27 PM
Here's a scary piece of trivia (courtesy of my older, wiser sister who heard it somewhere..) Very reliable I know.. She has done some reading on this topic through other web sites.
ANYWAY-- she said that at John Wayne's autopsy they found 40 lbs. of fecal matter in his intestines.
I told Big Bull that and he said that was because everything JOhn Wayne did was BIG.
Body for Life Forum Message by raindrop (30 posts) at 09:32 PM
Alexis, maybe you should start getting commission from drnatura.
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 09:39 PM
Thats what I'm thinking too. You would make a sh*t load off of comissions hahahaha I just can't help myself, no no no oh wait a butt load .... hahaha
Uhhhh heeemmm yes I am 12.
Poo big, Poo even BIGGER! -T
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 10:03 PM
OMG I swore i was NOT coming back to this thread because about two hours after looking at really gross pictures of S.H.I.I.T I was eating something that for some reason reminded me of it and i swear I did NOT eat the rest of today!! So im thinking i better have a snack and what do I do first..come here and read this again?? DUH!
Too bad they don't have this for kids becuase my son throws up everytime he tries to poo, the poor kid and hes almost 7 and been doing that since birth and nothing has helped!
So do we need some tshirts...Like..
"BFL..more HIIT...more SHIIT" :) or maybe.."I like to HIIT SHIIT" or of course in some peoples worlds..I like to take my crap out of the toiled with a peice of newspaper, take pictures and then share with the world... maybe bronze the winners poo??? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ibmissy (6 posts) at 10:42 PM
I think I am going to order tomorrow. I was actually looking into getting a colon cleanser myself. BTW we could always post on ratemypoo.com BWAHAHAHA!
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 11:08 PM
Anyone seen Mr. Hankey the Christmas poo?
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 11:14 PM
Kajole- they DO have it for kids on the drnatura site! Im going to get my little one some paranil jr. because shes constantly scratching "back there"
Body for Life Forum Message by ibmissy (6 posts) at 11:45 PM
Is anyone getting the Flora Protect Probiotics? Just curious. Or those who used the colon cleanser before..did you use the flora in a bottle? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by wumpus (11 posts) at 04:57 AM
Free day is surely one of the biggest risks of the whole programme. You can work incredibly hard for 6 days, eat and exercise as well as you possibly can... and from that create a calorie deficit of let's say 3500 cals, which would allow you to lose 1 pound. Great.
Free day it's all too easy to go mad. So let's say you do your bacon and eggs and danish for breakfast, go to MacDonalds, eat Pizza for supprt and a couple of scoops of great ice cream on free day... That could be 4000 cals or more VERY easily. You just wiped out a week of work.
Although BFL makes it simple by not having to count calories, you still can't ignore the calories in - calories out truth of weight loss.
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (81 posts) at 08:08 AM
I don't think people are ignoring you, I think nobody knows. Check the BFL website and maybe ebay. You could probably have one made up as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (159 posts) at 08:59 AM
The cafe press Julie Whitt store has some BFL themed shirts (I personally love wearing my "HIIT it hard!" shirt to the gym!) Benefits Julie's family as well. Here's the link: http://www.cafepress.com/juliewhitt
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 09:05 AM
I have a BFL completed challenge shirt. Cheryl sent it to me when she got a whole bunch from being a finalist.
It is a XL and FAR too big for me to wear. I have worn and washed it a couple of times, but only to bed or for about 30 mins before deciding it was just too big.
I will be happy to mail it to you if you would like. White short sleeve T with black and red writing. Small BFL on the front, I completed the Challenge on the back.
PM me with an address if you want it.
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (629 posts) at 02:42 PM
I received a t-shirt from EAS/Body for Life for my first challenge. I was a nice surprise! It has the Body for Life logo on the front and big letters saying ‘I Finished’ across the back. It is a great conversation starter! I wear the thing all the time and it is starting to show that wear. I sure would like to get another.
Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (157 posts) at 03:02 PM
I, too, have one that Cheryl sent me and it is too big for me. I only get to wear it at home since it comes down to the middle of my thighs.
If anyone is interested, PM me and I can mail it to you.
It's been worn maybe twice, so it's still in great condition.
Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (157 posts) at 03:03 PM
Oh, and the Julie Whitt store is great. I purchased the "Make No Mistake, Real Women Pump Iron" shirt.
Unfortunately the medium is a very small medium so I haven't worn it yet, but it is hanging up and ready for me when I get to a size 8!
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 03:26 PM
My shirt is the same as TJ's.
2 shirts here for anyone that may want them!
I normal do wear an XL, but this shirt does come to thighs. Just a really LARGE XL.
Body for Life Forum Message by bubblz7 (61 posts) at 07:09 AM
Thanks for the hints. I did take an NSAI yesterday. I always do stretching before and after I lift. If I have enough time, I'll get on the treadmill for about 5 minutes. Since I get up in the AM and go before work, sometimes I don't have the appropriate time for that.
I went this morning and did the same weight as Friday. It didn't hurt at all. I can still slightly feel it but not like yesterday, so I think it will be okay. YAY!! I've torn that hamstring and the opposite quad before and I certainly don't want to reinjure!! So far, so good.
Thanks again for all the hints/tips. They are greatly appreciated.
Remember, NEVER GIVE UP!!
Suzanne
Body for Life Forum Message by rsim05 (7 posts) at 08:08 AM
rsim05 said:
I work a 24hr. shift 7am-7am. I have 2 problems:
1) When I get off my shift at 7am I do not get home until 7:30am and the wife and kids are still home and I help get the kids off to school by 8:15am. I get my workout in after everyone is gone, so I do not eat breakfast until 9:45am-10:00am since I wait an hour after my workouts to eat. This really screws up my schedule for eating during the day. Should I just go ahead and eat breakfast when I get home and just workout later? The reason I eat after a workout is that I really need to lose a lot of weight and I know that you burn more during and right after a workout when you do it on an empty stomach.(Maybe I am wrong thinking this?)
2) Sometimes we are up during the night and only get a couple of hours of sleep. When I get home I really do not feel like eating or working out. I just want to get some sleep. What would be the best thing to do, get the sleep I need or force myself to stay awake to get my workout and food in on schedule?(and let's just say I have already had a free day for the week,so that is not an option.)
I only have two weeks left on my 1st challenge. I have been wanting to ask this for some time, but just haven't had the time. It has been great doing this and I think I could do better with some help on my issues.
Thanks in advance for any advice,
Rich
Body for Life Forum Message by brosiabrosia (1 posts) at 12:45 AM
Hi all!
My name is Amber and I am from Canada. I was wondering where I could get a BFL bracelet. I just started the 12-week challenge on Monday and I would really like to get one to help keep me motivated to know that I am on the right track. Thanks for all your responses!
Amber
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 05:26 AM
Brian,
That is great!
Folks here are genuinely compassionate.
At some point- perhaps you shold sign up on the BFL DVD thread, and when your tuen comes up, you will receive the 4 disc set, which could also be shown to your students to fire them up.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (141 posts) at 05:55 AM
Kerry, thank you for the offer. However, I have the 4 disc DVD set. In fact, I sent it home with one of the students for him to watch. In the past I showed Body of Work and Success Stories 1 to some of my other classes. I had one student get the book, and she is on week 4 of her challenge.
Again thanks for the offer.
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 07:50 AM
Brian...
This is truely the essence of what Julie wanted to see.
Believe, Achieve, INSPIRE!
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 08:52 AM
I think what you have done at your school is absolutely amazing and if I had more bracelets I would give them to you as well! THAT IS AWESOME!!! I can't tell you how moved that you have got these kids all fired up about eating more healthy and being more active. WOW is all I can say! You are making such a positive statement in there lives by encouraging them to do this.
Work hard, workout even HARDER!
-T
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 11:00 AM
Brian- noble for sure- Im a teacher also ( junior high) which looks about like your age group. I'd love to start the challenge with them, but I'd definitely try and make it maybe a school club with a parent meeting...you KNOW how they can be these days....in fact, Im thinking about starting an aerobics club at lunch here at school, if I can find a suitable workout area thats free both lunches...good for you-just be vewy, vewy careful :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (795 posts) at 11:11 AM
WOW what a great thread ... now THIS is what it is all about people!!!
BUMP'in this to the TOP!
Hugs to you ALL this mornin'
Body for Life Forum Message by Megan'sMom (263 posts) at 11:50 AM
Brian, I would love to donate the bracelet I got too - PM me with your address and I'll stick it in the mail.
I went to the Expo here in Denver a couple of weeks ago and I got it in my gift bag. But they had a zillion of them for sale. I wish I'd seen this before hand and I would have bought enough for all your students.
But the point is that someone's got them somewhere - you should call EAS and see if you can't get some, or maybe PM JerryBraam.com or another one of the Champs and they may be able to help you out with some.
Thank you for inspiring our children!
Laurie
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 12:15 PM
WOW Brian!
Good to hear! Keep us posted on their challenges!
~Tried To Amend My CarnivorousHabits~
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 12:34 PM
Brian, This is so Awesome, it shows just how wonderful our BFL community really is!!! I am so proud of everyone here!!!!! I love you all!!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by akladydi (20 posts) at 05:57 PM
I have had a similar experience each time I post new pictures. The first time I received an email from a complete stranger that is complimenting me on my progress I cried. I teared up reading your initial post. This site is all about paying it forward. I thank all out there who have paid me a small compliment as it has kept me motivated in the hard time. If you are excited so will your students be. good luck with them and good luck with the program.
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (94 posts) at 10:16 PM
You are right about coaches. I have never met one that cared about what the kids eat or drink. I remember when I was younger, I used to leave swim practice after 3 or 4 hours of grueling work and go eat McDonalds. If that doesn't defeat the purpose, I don't know what does!
Anyway, I am glad that you don't have to worry about anything. Great job in getting the kids thinking about proper nutrition now!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (178 posts) at 03:35 PM
Good for you, Udenia! This sounds like an awesome idea! For the both of you!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 06:08 PM
You're doing a great job!!!!! You have an awesome plan!!!! Best wishes to both of you!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by BFL bride to be (36 posts) at 06:25 PM
I'm sure you'll reach your goals- you sound so motivated!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (151 posts) at 05:00 AM
Good post! I am going to snag those 8 D's and tack them up on my wall!! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 07:14 AM
Excellent post---thanks!!!
1/2 way thru week 4; I sure needed that
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (81 posts) at 08:04 AM
It could be either. I am having a constant struggle with plantar fascitis myself, BUT it goes away with movement and walking, it doesn't really come on, (except in excess).
I would suggest ice, and lots of it, a few times per day for 20 minutes each session. And stretch before the ice, your calfs/ achiles (sp?) and the bottom of your foot (pull your foot and your toes back). Also, take time off, move to a bike or non-impact excercise if you can. If it doesn't start to feel better in a day or two (meaning, gets better with movement, morning will still be bad), then you probably have a stress fracture and need a boot and 3-4 weeks off.
If it does start to get better, really push the stretching and ice and try to rest it as much as possible.
I am doing the stretching and ice as a precaution cause it has been very painful for me before.
Hope this helps!
Steve
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 08:17 AM
i had a similar pain from using the elliptical machine in my first challenge. it turned out i had stress fractures in my left foot and was overcompensating and got achilles tendonitis in my right foot. it turned out to be that about 5months ago i dropped a piece of funriture on my left foot and fractured it and didnt realize it. i didnt have health insurance at the time so didnt get it checked out, and then months later i started having that problem. i went to the doc and he figured out what happened. i had to stop working out and eventually bought a recumbent bike for cardio which helps. but you should try to get to a free clinic and get some exrays. you dont want to make a small problem worse like i did. but try what steve said and maybe you need new sneakers??
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (58 posts) at 10:16 AM
I battled plantar faciitis for close to two years, due to running, and then discovered The Strassburgh Sock.
thesock.com
It took about 2 months to completely heal, and then I got custom orthoics made, for when I would run. But since then I have been pain free
Well worth the $$.
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (94 posts) at 10:10 PM
Thanks for the info. I am feeling a little better, so I don't think it's a fracture. I bought new shoes recently and they aren't as good as I hoped they'd be. I used to have orthotics but I don't remember what happened to them. I guess it's time to get a new pair made. In the meantime, I will take your advice and switch to the bike. Thanks again:)
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (141 posts) at 06:08 AM
Failure is usually the line of least persistence.
- Wilfred Beaver
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (178 posts) at 03:34 PM
Amen!
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (61 posts) at 04:21 PM
isn't that true.
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (141 posts) at 07:48 AM
Here is the lunch menu at my school for the last three days of this month...
Jan 27) Pizza, Carrots, Jello, Fruit, Milk, Soup, & Salad Bar
Jan 30) Chili Cheese Fries, Crackers, Fruit, Milk, Soup, & Salad Bar
Jan 31) Pinto Beans, Corn Bread, Spinach, Cake, Fruit, Milk, Soup, & Salad Bar
and we are trying to figure out why we are raising a generation of obese children.
Stay the Course
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 08:20 AM
wow, all the schools are doing is giving young kids a taste of junky food and they getting hooked on it and hoping they bring it over into their adulthood!
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 08:39 AM
yep, this is the way it looks in Georgia too.
thank goodness my kids usually opted for the salad bar....except on Pizza day ofcourse.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 08:40 AM
WHAT????
I understand the pizza meal...I guess.
But Chili Cheese Fries and Pinto Beans.
Is this the complete menu? I suppose pinto beans are a source of protein? In their minds.
Wow. This is horrible.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 08:41 AM
well our kdis school now has something called spirit night..where all day they tell the kids..GO TO SONIC FOR DINNER TONIGHT and they come home with fliers, and wearing Stickers that says..EAT AT SONIC FOR DINNER TONIGHT becuase 10% of the meals bought during spirit night benefit the school. So one night every week the kids come home saying we have to have cheesburgers and french fries tonight and of course if your teacher tells you to eat at sonic your going to be upset if mom and dad don't tkae you cuz all the other kids will be there...etc etc. So basically they are promoting fast food to raise $( a big sell out in my opinion!). And the teachers give out candy every friday as rewards for being good during the week. So every friday they come home with a back pack full of candy. Its very frustrating! And my boys are only 5 and 6! Plus they have cupcake parties for basically any occasion they can think of, its nuts! A big change becuase when we were in chicago they schools were soo strict about healthy food but here its like food is a reward for everything. (do I sound annoyed?? LOL!)
Body for Life Forum Message by TNT~Rex (1250 posts) at 09:08 AM
PARENTS: Need to start complaining and don't just stop there!!!!
If any of you have seen "Supersize Me" they talk about this very thing and the way it effects there behavior and all kinds of stuff. They show a regular public school and the nasty and I mean NASTY food choices. Then they show a boys correctional school and they purchase healthy foods and they also show that they are much more well behaved there grades are through the roof better. And here is the real KICKER ...... the cost is the same if not less for the healthier food! WTF? is going on here? Someone please explain to me?
I was lucky I picked a pre-school that is very conscious of food choices no junk only healthy foods are allowed to be packed. No sugar nothing. YEA! But I know when he has to go to public school things will change. Thank god he eats healthy now with me. He loves oatmeal eggwhite pancakes and chicken and brown rice. It's crazy and I so love it!
You know it is so funny because I was a very healthy kid when I was younger. I ate rabbit food because I loved it! I ate healthy proteins because I loved them ... then I hit high school all the soda machines, candy bars, the optional lunch line with fries, egg rolls, etc... off campus lunches at Burger King, and the regular lunch line was not any better! It created a monster! That would late cause other bad habits. Sucks you think the schools would care more.
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 09:22 AM
I cant believe they have chili cheese fries as a main course O_O
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (65 posts) at 09:37 AM
Doesn't it just go to show how messed up thinking is in our society? There was a big decision made right after I graduated from high school to offer more healthy choices in the vending machines...so they added Snapple. I guess it's better than pop on some level, but it's still nothing but sugar and calories. And of course, they kept offering pizza, cheese fries, and giant chocolate chip cookies 3 for $1.00 every single day in the cafeteria.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (103 posts) at 09:57 AM
And did you know that baby formula is 46% high fructose corn syrup?
Why not start the addiction from birth!
The worst thing you can give a human let alone a newborn!
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (65 posts) at 09:59 AM
Ngo Excuses: THAT IS AWFUL!!! I try to avoid HFCS like the plague and they put it in baby formula? ARGHHH. I'm moving to Cambodia.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (103 posts) at 10:03 AM
HIGH FRUCTOSE CORN SYRUP is the first ingredient listed on powder formula & concentrate & the 2nd on ready to feed (after water)...
You can find organic formula that does not have HFCS...
Have you ever read how HFCS is made? It is nasty...
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 12:37 PM
Every day is free day in the schools!
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by motiv8me (215 posts) at 01:24 PM
What are pinto beans????? They sound awfully healthy!
Body for Life Forum Message by LOVE4KIDS (51 posts) at 01:27 PM
My favorite .....they count ketchup as a vegetable!
Body for Life Forum Message by FitForGood (50 posts) at 01:37 PM
I just checked the labels on the baby formula (we have a couple kinds) and none of them contain high fructose corn syrup. The #1 ingredient on these are nonfat milk, and #2 is lactose. Which kind did you find that had HFCS?
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (110 posts) at 02:00 PM
I NEVER let my kids buy lunch at school. I send them healthy stuff all the time...I don't know if they're trading or not, but at least I am trying.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (103 posts) at 02:31 PM
I have the free samples Isomil & Prosobee...it comes up as "corn syrup solids"...on the powdered cans & "corn syrup" on the ready to feed...
Diffferent name...same food
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by FitForGood (50 posts) at 02:35 PM
When I looked online it looks like the soy-based formulas are the ones with the corn syrup. The milk-based ones don't seem to have it.
Body for Life Forum Message by doidle (6 posts) at 05:39 PM
I was talking to some moms the other day and here's another problem: these kids have practices for various sports, and they need to be there right around dinnertime. So moms have to drive their kids, who are REALLY hungry, to practice...they stop at a fast food place so they're not hungry at practice. They get home at 8pm, enough time to do homework, too late for home dinner. These kids eat fast food all day long. That's what they do with their friends for fun: eat at fast food places. When they get together at someones house, they order PIZZA. Every time. I was driving today & noticed the local middle school had gym class..all the kids were walking the local trail - great, right? THEY WERE ALL FAT, EVERY ONE OF THEM. Unbelievable!! They are all fat, kids are fat???!!!!! These are upper middle class kids. I certainly hope my kiddos don't end up like that. I am envisioning packing my kids healthy picnic dinners on the way to practices. ugh!
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (53 posts) at 05:48 PM
My neighbors 5th grader was eating pizza at school EVERYDAY! She could not figure out why he was so constipated until she asked him what he was getting at hot lunch. He said they could have the daily special or pizza, so he opted for pizza! Kids will not make a good choice on their own, we have to do it for them.
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 06:13 PM
Please don't read this as America bashing - I am American but had the good luck to spend last year living and working in Tokyo Japan for my job. In Japan there are vending machines EVERYWHERE - I mean, on the street in residential neighborhoods you will see 5 vending machines side by side every couple of blocks. But in my year there I never once saw a vending machine that dispensed junk food. It doesn't exist. And rarely do you have a machine that dispenses soda. It is all tea and coffee and health drinks. Of course there are machines on the street that dispense cold beer and hot sake (I swear to God) but they are few and far between. When I got back to the US in December my only impression was/is - everyone is so fat. This is a hugely obese nation, and it starts at birth. I think it was my "fresh eyes" that finally put me over the edge fitness-wise.
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (94 posts) at 10:20 PM
I think another problem with schools is that they make kids go too long without eating. My kids eat breakfast at about 6 am and they get lunch at around 11. My oldest doesn't get home until 3:45. By then, he's starving and wants to eat everything in sight (usually junk food). I would pack them snacks if the school would allow it, but I guess they figure snacks are only for preschoolers because my middle child is in kindergarten and they don't do snacktime or naptime. Much different than from when I was in school!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 10:29 PM
So true! My son eats breakfast at 7 am, hes 6 and his lunch is at 1:30 in the afternoon!! He comes home at 4 and has a snack but by then its almost dinner time becuase my 2 year old is ready to eat dinner at 5:30. I can't believe he goes from 7 until 1:30 before getting to eat!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (3028 posts) at 09:06 AM
I just went to www.mybodycomp.com and wanted to let ya'll know that the name has changed to www.FitTogether.net. but it's the same thing
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 09:16 AM
I just discovered this place yesterday... I was really impressed!
Body for Life Forum Message by ReenieC (144 posts) at 12:37 PM
should this be www.FitTogether.net
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 06:27 PM
Thanks for the great web site Linda!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (3028 posts) at 07:21 PM
yes, sorry I made a typo, but I fixed it, so the site name is correct now, thanks for pointing that out Reenie.
I appricate it, here I am trying to help and post it wrong,
Hugs Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (151 posts) at 07:32 PM
I just went there and got my BF%.. it said I was obese... now I may not be ripped.. but I don't think i fall into the obese category.. Did anyone else find it not very accurate?
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (3028 posts) at 08:07 PM
yes, It is a little high but I have tried many and they all have different percentages so I like this one and I stick with it for consistancy, I've used it from the beginning, so it's like a scale, use the same one all the time and you have a pretty good estamate of what you actually gained or lost.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 09:30 AM
Would you folks mind sharing your weekly/monthly food bills (approximate). What size family, kids in school, etc.
I'm finding myself having to go to the grocery store every couple of days and the costs are adding up. I am using my common sense, buy on sale, don't purchase extravagances but find myself wondering if we're "normal" or if I'm screwing up somewhere; I just want something to compare to is all.
Thanks - Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 09:38 AM
family of three; my grocery cost is roughly 350.00 per month.
some weeks are higher (120.00) and some lower (70.00)......depending upon what I have in my freezer (we have a friend who hunts & we always have venison)....I always purchase boneless, skinless chicken breast filets & fish weekly and lean cuts of steak when on sale.
I always buy fresh & frozen fruits & vegetables, multi-grain bread, cottage cheese, skim milk, etc.
As I have a teenage son in the house, I do buy frozen pizza's and hot pockets for him and sandwich needs.
I do make a menu for the coming week and list my needs according to the menu
(that does help).
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (314 posts) at 10:46 AM
Family of 3 (really 2, baby is only 1 yr old) average is $60-$120/ weekly. Although, when you figure in how much we used to spend on dining out, this is cheaper lol.
Our free day alone can cost us anywhere from $50-$75!!
Good God! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 10:51 AM
We have 3 adults (hubby ,myself and grown DD) plus a 9 year old-so with trips to costco and dinners out, Im going with 200.00 a week--free day usually runs us about 150-220 depending on where we are--I remember 20 years ago when I could feed us all on 50.00 a week!
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (544 posts) at 11:13 AM
You've come to the right woman Flower!!
Some people drink, some people do drugs, some people smoke...me? I grocery shop. I know every single person that works at my Costco and my grocery store. I get advise from these people on important issues like how to cook the roast, how long pepperoni stays fresh, whether or not a vasectomy will make my husbands penis grow...etc. Anyways, my habit is an expensive one and I buy quality food. I try to stay away from processed junk so when I buy it I make sure to buy it in bulk from Costco.
My average Costco bill per month is around $300, groceries around $250-$300. The Costco bill may include some non food items here and there but I'd say thats about average.
We are a family of four.
If you need further information regarding the vasectormy results you either contact Dottie from the deli directly or PM me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 11:25 AM
actually-----I want to know the outcome of the vasectomy issue
I might need that little bit of information
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2330 posts) at 01:05 PM
C'mon, only 4 families eat here???
Can'tStopMe - whats Dottie's home number?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 01:09 PM
I eat! But my problem is I need to keep record of my budget, so I don;t even want to guess a figure. I'll tell you this though, my last free day I spent $12 in a Taco Bell!
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1188 posts) at 01:10 PM
I have two teenage daughters and one has a boyfriend who never eats at his own house...he eats at mine which pisses me off. So, my grocery bill is crazy. I just went Saturday and spent nearly 100, then I went again yesterday and spent 81 and it seems we still don't have much in the refrigerator. I have plenty of chicken and that kind of thing but it's the other things that go with the chicken is what I need. I HATE GROCERY SHOPPING as much as I hate laundry.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (40 posts) at 01:20 PM
There's only 2 of us and we go shopping once a week. I'd say on average out grocery bill is $80 per week. Sometimes it's less sometimes it's more, by $80 sounds like a good average. I can't even imaging feeding a teen age boy...I remember how I used to eat at that age lol My condolences go out to all you mothers and fathers out there. Remember to start those college funds. The money may be needed sooner than you think...
Body for Life Forum Message by Betmyknee (1 posts) at 02:46 PM
We are a family of four and I would guess that we spend $175 a week on groceries and then another $75-100 a week on eating out. Thank goodness I don't have to add supplements into my grocery bill ;-) I buy fresh fish and veggies at Whole Foods in addition to all the staples at Walmart.
Bethany
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 03:39 PM
family of 2 here, and we spend 65.00-85.00 per week. it depends on whether or not theres fresh gluten free bread in the bakery at whole foods!
alexis
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (53 posts) at 04:13 PM
Hi, we have 2 adults and 2 children. We spend $150 the first week and about $80 the second week because I usually get 2 weeks worth of meat at Costco. Then we spend about $50 every weekend on takeout or free day food.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (824 posts) at 04:20 PM
Family of 4, 2 adults, 2 children who eat like adults.
about $100/week.
Body for Life Forum Message by veganmom (3 posts) at 05:06 PM
$100 a week for 1 non-vegetetarian adult, 1 vegan adult, 1 vegan baby. I try to get as much organic as I can, and we do dine out 1-2 times a week.
VeganMom
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (103 posts) at 05:13 PM
We have 2 adults & 5 kids...
We spend way too much...
About $250 per week easily...
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 06:05 PM
We are a family of 3, my husband, myself and my 19 year old son. We spend about $200 a week on groceries. We eat all our meals at home, except for one night a week we eat out.
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by blessedgirl (11 posts) at 06:31 PM
we are a family of 4 2 small kids and 2 adults. We spend about 400. a mo. We buy chicken breast, ground turkey, fresh fish, turkey sausage, eggs, fresh veggies, fresh and frozen fruit,100%whole wheat bread, and brown rice. This total does include free day which I have no idea what we eat but it always amazes us how much we can spend on food for free day! LOL
Carmel
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (308 posts) at 06:47 PM
I only shop for me, so this probably doesn't help you.. but I spend about $40/week.
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (91 posts) at 08:04 PM
Two adults, 4 kids...probably about $200 a week, but that does include0 things like diapers, wipes, toiletries and cleaning products since it all usually comes from Wal-Mart. My husband almost never eats lunch at home, and 3 kids eat school lunch, 1 gets lunch at daycare.
~Eileen
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (134 posts) at 08:27 PM
Oh my god, you all put me to shame. I have a family of 4 and I spend $350 - 500 per week at the grocery store. That doesn't include meals out.
I buy organic. Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, you name it. and I get everything at a gourmet natural food store.
It's pricey. But it's good!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (234 posts) at 08:46 PM
2 adults both doing BFL=$200.00 a week for us.
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (94 posts) at 10:25 PM
Family of 6 (3 adults 3 kids because my MIL is living with us)
We spend about $650 a month but that includes stopping for drinks at the convenience store and snacks from time to time. (btw, we don't pay sales tax on food because we get assistance, so if we did, this would be 9.25% higher)
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (981 posts) at 10:30 PM
When money is just normal and I can get what we need within reason for a family of 5 little kids(under 10 yrs)and a combo of Costco shopping and grocery sale shopping, I'm at about 5-600 a month. Then about another 150 in eating out. I havn't been spending quite that lately since things have been tighter :( Seems like theres always a sale on chicken somewhere! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (36 posts) at 09:47 AM
I got inspired to come up with this one this morning. I was thinking to myself, "If Julie Whitt were able to let us know something or inspire us, I wonder what she'd say?" Then this sort of hit me. Hope you enjoy it and it helps your day today...
"You're Still Here" (by David870)
When the clouds roll in
And the sky's not blue
When things don't go
Like you'd like them to
When the tunnel's end light
Doesn't seem to appear
Rejoice: you're still here.
When all of the effort
Seems to do no good
When you don't feel the changes
Produce like they should
When you stand at the precipice
And look down at fear
Rejoice: you're still here.
It's never too late
To reach for the light
It's never too late
To fight the good fight
Hang on, keep trying
And be of good cheer
We've still got tomorrow.....
Rejoice: you're still here.
Have a great day, everybody...
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 09:50 AM
excellent poem. WOW. speechless
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 10:46 AM
I produce the yearbook for the school where I work....any chance you might let me put it on the closing page?? Full credit given of course :)
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (36 posts) at 11:07 AM
Sure...I'd be honored.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (508 posts) at 11:58 AM
Great! If you wanna pm me with your address, I'll send you a copy in May when they come out
Body for Life Forum Message by Megan'sMom (263 posts) at 11:43 AM
I've been working my hiney off this week, started taking CLA, eating so clean, I squeak, and I stepped on my scale before jumping into the shower this morning for a preview of what my week is looking like and it told me I'd lost weight but my Body Fat is now at 99.9% . . . hmmm.
I think it's time to buy a new scale. The bummer is that now my starting number and ending numbers are going to be off because of two different methods.
Laurie
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (235 posts) at 11:45 AM
Case in point. Bioimpedence scales? Are totally worthless.
Which I also found out after spending good money on one last year. :shakes fist:
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 12:13 PM
just go to www.smartcalorie.com
use your age, weight and measurements.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 12:23 PM
or, mybodycomp.com
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (228 posts) at 12:36 PM
Or the Navy site
http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (141 posts) at 05:05 PM
Being on BFL I have not concerned myself with my one time max bench press. I was in the school's gym the other day and noticed that one of my student's who was boasting how much he could bench press during football was listed on the board at 155 lbs. I asked him if that was his one time max, and he indicated it was. I said, "I think I can beat that." He laughed at me and said, "No way"
We have been trying all week to hook up and see who could bench more. Well, he was not able to be there today, and some students came in thinking we were and they wanted to watch. Since they were there I asked them to spot me. I benched 190 lbs at about a level 8-9 intensity, and believe I can get 200 lbs if I focus. I looked on the board. Not only did I bench more than this student, I benched more than all but one of the football players. For a 37 year old out of shape teacher, I was pretty dang well pleased. It was a great motivator to kick up my workout.
Stay the Course and have a great BFL day.
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 05:54 PM
congrats Brian... Inspirattion comes with all ages
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 06:06 PM
Good for you Brian, and interesting.
In C1 I was by the book and them some( did two exercises per body part- all the reps ) and worked my way up in weights. Then C2 & C3 I reduced reps and sets dramatically and focused on moving heavy weights 4-6 reps. I was surprised at the weight I was lifting :)
BFL will definitely show the young ( and old) ones what's up.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by doidle (6 posts) at 05:44 PM
I am on tracker WAY too much. About 3 hours a day. I "let" myself look at it when I eat or when I drink water. Ends up being more, of course. I go to bed dreaming of how I am going tolook. I walk around dreaming of how I will look in a bikini in the summer. I talk about it way too much. I bought EFL book. I bought the Myoplex shakes. I buy Muscle & FItness hers and Oxygen. I bought new workout gear. I read these instead of the paper. I bought a Ms. Fitness DVD. I am obsessed obsessed obsessed. I think about the challenge all the time. I tell myself it will get better when I'm done (8 1/2 weeks), and then I will be a normal person. I'll continue to BFL but won't obsess. ha ha!! Tell me I'm not the only one.
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (323 posts) at 05:48 PM
I do the same thing...well maybe not the bikini part!
Body for Life Forum Message by akladydi (20 posts) at 05:49 PM
I don't think that you are the only one. If you are not in the BFL mode all the time then you would drift back to your old ways. You are focusing on your goal. Your visualization will help you accomplish this goal. I have the BFL book, the EFL cook book, the BFL success journal and I recently purchased the work out cd. So you are no the only one. we are out there in great numbers. Keep up the good work with your positive attitude.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 05:53 PM
I have settled down some over my two years or so but I am addicted:)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 05:55 PM
I am the same way!!!! I Love it!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (31 posts) at 05:58 PM
doidle, I'm sooooo glad to hear that you're as obsessed as I am!!! my friends and family think I'm nuts...always online checking profiles and posting on threads, etc. not to mention all the conversations I make them endure regarding my eating times, workouts/intensities, profile pics, etc. they think it's great that I'm so dedicated though!
I've been wanting to get the efl book...to change up my menu each day...kinda tired of the same ole foods over and over...but I'm really not craving anything in particular...like in the old eating days. I eat to live...and I'm going to keep it that way!
stay obsessed! and let's reach our goals and beyond!!! :)
jen
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 06:02 PM
Right there with you doidle! I am in a slow period at work and spend a lot of time there reading tracker. I check it first thing in the morning and last thing before bed. I carry my BFL book with me just about everywhere. I buy the Myoplex shakes and the BFL bars and whey protein powder and hydroxycut. I - ME - I own lifting gloves!!! Have not bought workout clothing because I promised myself I would not spend money on any clothing until the end of March, and I really need some work clothes badly! Just gives me extra incentive when I wake up and have to wear the 3-5 year old stuff. I don't spout off about BFL but God help the person who asks me about it. They get an earful.
Body for Life Forum Message by Boise Lifer (21 posts) at 06:06 PM
Ha haa, I was just thinking about that last night! About how I need to spend more time doing something else when I finish my workouts. I am online waay too much reading up about working out, nutrition, supplements. YOU NAME IT! =)
You are definitily not the only one.
What's soo funny, is my boss knows my food plan everyday. Today he brought in 5 of those HUGE yummy cookies, m&ms choc chip etc. to tempt me. Amazingly I went all day without eating one! ha haa I think he was quite disappointed that his little plan didn't work. =)
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (91 posts) at 06:25 PM
I have the same problem. I keep saying that tomorrow I will just not look. But I can't seem to take even one day off. I really need to though...I have lots of other things to do!!!!!!!!
~Eileen
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (683 posts) at 06:33 PM
I wish I could live at the gym.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (530 posts) at 06:54 PM
I have been on this site for 2 years now and still I cant get enough!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rod
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (795 posts) at 07:33 PM
Yea...I'd say honestly it's normal!--it's part of getting in the BFL Mindset!!
& Tracker....wellll I'll tell ya a little secret... SOME of us are addicts! LOL! ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (3028 posts) at 07:38 PM
it doesn't get over in 81/2 weeks, you will be more obsessed, haha
I took my 1st 12 week challenge one year ago yesterday, and I'm still here, challenge after challenge and myoplex after myoplex, I watched the body of work DVD set 2 times in the car on the way to Virginia for vacation.
I am told I am obessed, I consider myself to be determine and just have changed my way of life, the BFL way and I love it and I won't change back for anything.
I'm like Hot body, I wish I could live at the Gym,
My dream house is one big room with all my wt machines and an aerobic area, a bed, toilet, fride filled with myoplex and eggs, a little stove and my computer that automaticlly goes to tracker and the torch or lifers when someone posts , a french door that leads to my tanning room, steam bath , hot tub and pool,
That's the perfect life to GET*HER*DONE!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by WorkInProgress (194 posts) at 09:06 PM
you mean there's life outside of BFL? nah, can't be, and if there is, I don't want it!
Body for Life Forum Message by schultkr (12 posts) at 09:46 PM
I am totally with you doidle!!! I have been on this tracker soooooooo much!!! I look at the updated pictures all day long! It is ridiculous, but I just love this site and love BFL!
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (58 posts) at 09:49 PM
I am obsessed as well. I am on here for a HUGE portion on my morning and night. I read and re-read things, I search, I pm, I can't stop and sometimes I have other things I should be doing. I log off then log back on. In fact I was sending a pm to someone everyday and now they don't seem to be back anymore? I don't know what to do so if anyone wants to pm I am more than willing I enjoy the interaction and communication but beware I can go on an on and on (and some days I am positive and some I am not!) Good Luck to All:)
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (18 posts) at 09:50 PM
Your not the only one. I think I have looked at about 90% of the before and after photos on this site. I also dream daily how I will look when I acheive my goals. Anyway, guess I'll keep dreaming 'cause I can't see my new body yet. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 05:52 PM
I am at over 2200 push ups this challenge and I am preparing for my 5ks this summer. I ran 4 miles in 40 minutes not a great time but I am improving just in two weeks. Thanks for your support I love this web page:):)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 05:57 PM
Congratulations Jeremy!!!!!! You're doing a great job!!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1138 posts) at 06:02 PM
Excellent!
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 06:03 PM
GO JEREMY!!!! WOOHOOO!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 07:42 PM
Thanks guys
Body for Life Forum Message by jvkooy (5 posts) at 07:44 PM
I need help! I've really been slacking. The YMCA is 20minutes from our house. I have such a hard time getting myself up and going in the morning....plus I hate getting ready for work there. I talked with my husband and think for the money I spend in the yearly membership I could set myself up at home. Before I do, those who work out at home...does this help you stay on track? Second, what types of equipment do you use? Please help! Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (648 posts) at 07:50 PM
I workout at home. I have dumbbells (3,5,8,10,12,15,20,25 ), elliptical glider, a bike, a treadmill, various bands, a step, lots of exercise tapes, and a total gym. Tomorrow my BF is buying me an adjustable bench. I have an assortment from all the years of collecting exercise equipment. Key word "COLLECTING" finally using.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (648 posts) at 07:53 PM
I slao have a Gym membership that I only pay $7.00 a month for had it for 10 years probably gone there for a total of 50 time in that time span. It is 30 min away from home and in the opposite direction of work.
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 07:58 PM
My "gym" is just slightly out of the way from home. On cardio days I work my treadmill here at home and in the spring I will buy a bicycle to mix it up a bit. On weight days I go to the gym. The gym is a small wellness center at my local medical center - $43 to go month by month and even less expensive to buy 6 month or 1 year memnberships. They have all the free weights and machines I could possibly need and I am now finding it enjoyable to go there. I actually look forward to it.
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (91 posts) at 07:59 PM
I do both, but lately I have been working out at home more because the gym is too crowded with New Years Resolutions, lol. I have lots of dumbells and a nice exercise bike, but I wish I had room for a treadmill because that's the main reason I go to the gym. I like going to the gym because I can drop off my baby at the kids' corner and have some time to myself, but I like doing it at home because there is no travel time (even tho it's only 10 min away) or getting halfway decent to be seen in public. If I can figure out a way to fit a treadmill at home, I just might drop the gym though!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (234 posts) at 08:50 PM
eliptical, adjustable bench, lots of dumbells, bars and round weights, and an excecise ball, and we can get a complete BFL workout using these for everything. good luck
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 08:57 PM
I do all of my workouts at home! I have adjustable dumbbells, weight bar and weights, adjustable bench, exercise ball, and stationary bike. This has worked out great for me, I have never missed a workout!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (181 posts) at 09:51 PM
I first started with only dumbbells (5, 8, and 10). I had no weight bench and would use an ottoman in my living room. When i went grocery shopping and needed to increase weights I would buy the next set of dumbbells. I started in the spring time, so I was able to do my cardio at local trails. I gradually added a weight bench, treadmill, and exercise ball.
I have read from others where they even household items when they started and jumped rope for cardio.
Best of Luck,
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (58 posts) at 10:02 PM
I work out at the gym.....would love to have stuff at home but first I need the home (my husband and I are currently looking to buy a house:) The gym I go to is only $350 total for the year for both my husband and myself to join - I can't buy the equipment for that! Plus I currently live less than a mile from my gym so it would be hard to say I can't get there!
Body for Life Forum Message by guitargoddess (147 posts) at 10:08 PM
I work out at home, my b/f bought me the bowflex ultimate for christmas 3 yrs ago. Then christmas b4 last he bought me the bowflex treadclimber. GOt that plus the bench I don't use with adjustable dumbells. And the stability ball.... I think he's trying to tell me something. LOL
I think I do better alone.. I don't like the feeling of being watched... plus no one is going to mess with my machine if I have to go potty.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (755 posts) at 10:11 PM
I have worked out at home from the beginning.
I started with:
1. One set of dumbells from 2lbs to 20lbs
2. A weight bench given to us that looks like it's from WWII, but works for now 3. Barbell set that goes to 110lbs. The barbell and dumbells is all we started with and we did our cardio outdoors. This cost around $150 in the beginning.
We now have:
1. Treadmill given to us by someone who couldn't use it anymore
2. A PowerRider that we picked up at a garage sale for $10
3. A stationary bike also given to us by someone who couldn't use it anymore
4. A complete home gym that we just got 2 weeks ago.
All you need to start with is a set of barbells and dumbells...you can slowly work up to the rest, and probably catch some things that people just don't want anymore. People who just spent load of money for the New Years Resolutions will be putting their excercise equipment in garage sales come Spring!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (58 posts) at 08:06 PM
I am not sure I am doing everything right, in fact I am not even sure I am on the right track. I had a positive outlook for the first two weeks but now mid week three I am feeling very low and confused. The problem is not just with the outside but with the inside as well. I lack confidence in my looks as well as my abilities and I feel like I am doing a horrible job with this challenge. I don't know if I need to eat more or less, if I need to lift more or less, I feel crazy. I thought I would feel more confident by now and I don't...I don't at all. I feel like nothing I am doing is making a difference:(
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 08:24 PM
Deep breathe. I took a look at your profile and seems like you are making some progress. In the beginning BFL can be overwhelming and there is a big learning curve. Set small goals for yourself for each day and take it one day at a time. You can do this we all believe in you and are here to support you. If you have specific questions on the excercises or food ask away.
Body for Life Forum Message by GlennH (78 posts) at 08:25 PM
Well there are plenty of people here that can help answer your questions, but first you need to decribe both your weight training (upper and lower body) and cardio routines in detail and give us an example of a days worth of meals. With that information we can help to guide you.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (290 posts) at 08:46 PM
Have you read the book? Have you set goals? Havey you planned the workouts and meals? Sounds like you may be lost because you just haven't got a map!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1467 posts) at 09:05 PM
You seemed to have made good progress for just being in your third week!! I agree with Mike, you need to read and reread the BFL book!!!! Write out your goals, read them everyday! Visualize the way you want to look and feel, and then hold on to that vision until you have reached your goals!! You Can Do This!!
Eat Clean! Don't Cheat! Hit Your 10's! Don't miss workouts! Drink lots of water! Give it your all!!! And Never Give Up!!!! YOU CAN DO IT!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (151 posts) at 09:11 PM
Am I missing something?? I just looked at your profile and you have shown more results in 3 weeks than I have in 11!! What ever you ARE doing is right!! I think you are feeling like I did at around week 4. I felt like I lost my beginning momentum. At the start it was like I was just itching for those drastic changes and I was full of faith.. then a month into it, I didn't see much change and I felt like I was being left behind. However I tried to ignore my brain and keep faith and keep going. There was (and is) NO WAY I am not going to finish my challenge!! I have seen too much proof on here that this program works.. it is simple, don't make it complicated and try to alter stuff because you don't think it is working fast enough. THE CHANGES WILL COME!! you are doing great just KEEP AT IT!!
Body for Life Forum Message by morpho_veja (58 posts) at 09:30 PM
Perhaps I don't have a map. i honestly read the book two years ago did the challenge then and had great success. I guess now I just want the success and not the work and it doesn't quite happen that way. Maybe I need to re-read the book. I guess I really don't have a focus all i know is I don't want to be the size I am now.
Today I did LBW I like to use dumbells I tried barbell once and it really seemed hard on the back:
Bench Lunges (don't know what they are called but you put one leg on bench behind you.) 12@10lbs 10@12lbs 8@15lbs then I did six walking lunges with 25lb dumbells. then 12 bench lunges with 15lbs and 12 standing lunges with 25lbs - This is my attempt to mix it up because my lower body was not feeling anything from just lunges and squats.
Squats 12 to the side raising a 10lb medicine ball. 10 to the side raising a 12lb medicine ball. Then regular squats 8@20lbs, 6@25lbs, 12@25, and then I did leg press @170.
Calfs I alternate between angled calf raises and single leg...... 12@20lbs, 10@25lbs, 8@30lbs, 6@35lbs, 12@35lbs, and 12@40lbs
Abs I usually do 80 on each (twist sit up) and about 60 decline sit ups holding 10lb weight above my head. Today However I had no energy.....getting sick so I did a ab workout tape at home (first time I have done this and not as effective.)
Today I ate: Protein Shake, Protein Power Soup (actual name a co-worker made it), Grape Chicken Salad from EFL, One Enchilada from EFL, Protein Shake
This week I began using fitday.com to track food and activities. I seem to consume an average of 1300 calories a day. And I drink a lot of water at meals and in between.
My Cardio I usually run this changes but typically is around 5mph to 6mph to 6.5mph to 7mph to 8mph lately I have been running nine minute miles and I do cardio for 20 min.
I do workout at least six days (sometimes I still go on freeday)
Okay so this was a big mesh of information sorry if it doesn't make sense. I would appreciate any input as to what I should do different or the same. And yes MichiganMike I will get the book to read again (last time I checked it out from the library) It seems like one I should own.
Thanks,
Morpho_Veja
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 09:46 PM
man! calm down and tell me what I am doing wrong! I am 1" taller then you but weigh like 10-15 pounds more! I have been doing this for about a year... lol I need help!
Body for Life Forum Message by GlennH (78 posts) at 10:21 PM
At first glance your workout seems ok as long as you are hitting your high points, but it appears with the information you supplied on the nutrition side of things that you are lacking carbs on most of your meals. This will work against you for building muscle and providing you the energy to workout effectively. Low carbing and intense exercise just doesn't mix well. Each meal should contain a balance of quality protein and a complex carb. I don't see any healthy essential fats in your example either. I hope that helps. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ30 (2 posts) at 10:00 AM
I'm terrified. I think everyday...today..I will post it. Then I freak out and say forget it. I will...as soon as I have a really good one to post right after.
I'm only in my second week though, so it may take awhile. MMmmm...I wonder which week the self esteem kicks in????
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (58 posts) at 10:05 AM
That's why we post them. The embarassment of the before's really ups our level of unofficial accountability to the masses.
Cantstopme hit it on the head ..... we all can't wait to see the progress and after's.
Body for Life Forum Message by PhatMom2006 (aka Bflmom2004) (1081 posts) at 10:46 AM
Okay, have you SEEN my before pics...I don't think you can get much worse than that...but you know what, I still look at that picture as a reminder of what I don't want to go back to...we have all been there, and we will support you, whatever decision you make.
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by ibmissy (6 posts) at 12:01 PM
I was afraid to post them too..and then I realized a few days ago that I really had nothing to lose. Yeah it's embarassing..but hey it will keep me movitated. I sent my sister the link, so now I have no choice but to do well in this challenge. :) She did say she see's a difference in my two week pics. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by FatLady (15 posts) at 12:13 PM
Thank goodness I don't have a scanner because there is no way that I would post my before picture. As you can see by my user name I am no light weight. I won't even think about purchasing a scanner for at least a year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscles_Marinara (22 posts) at 11:40 PM
You should note that CHeryl Muhr did her challenge while breast feeding...
She once told me that it actualy burns 300 cals a day. Interesting.
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 05:13 PM
for meal 3, try a whole thing of tuna, cut the rice in half... that should do it... remember palm- fist portions.. do you really have a fist the size of 1cup of rice? think about it... then remember if you doubt yourself something isn't right...
Body for Life Forum Message by ibmissy (6 posts) at 09:53 AM
Currently I am using something with 10 mg of ephederine alkaloids.(Desert Tea) I don't know if that has helped me lose fat or not. I only take one or two a day. The packaging says you can take up to 4 a day.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (501 posts) at 10:17 AM
Are you noticing any effects as far as appetite supressant goes? That's the main reason I'd try it....
Body for Life Forum Message by Soccermom (6 posts) at 06:10 PM
i am on the end of my 3rd week and have only lost 2 lbs. What is up with that. Really following. Lost a few inches. How do you know whether it is muscle weight or not, and also how do you calculate your Body fat %
Body for Life Forum Message by ibmissy (6 posts) at 10:27 AM
I am also into my third week. Have lost 13 lbs so far. I have a lot of weight to work with though. Hahaha. This is going from being a fast food, couch potato...to eating clean and exercising right.
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ30 (2 posts) at 09:40 AM
Great story to think about as I'm hitting the middle of my second week. Quite the journey...but, you're right it's up to the individual.
I can't wait till I'm full speed ahead!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mucca500 (112 posts) at 09:50 AM
awesome post, im at the u-turn point (week 6) hopefully my train will start to pick up some speed!
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (31 posts) at 09:05 AM
that's GREAT! keep hittin' your exercise hard by pushing those 10's!! you'll be running those miles from here to there!!
wtg! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (412 posts) at 09:18 AM
Excellent news. I am very happy for you. Keep up the work!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by BuckeyeBoy (98 posts) at 09:27 AM
Good Luck!!! Keep working hard!
Body for Life Forum Message by rsim05 (7 posts) at 09:31 AM
That is really Great!! Keep up the great work and attitude! Remember to just take it day by day. Soon you won't even think about it, as it becomes part of every day life.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbantau (6 posts) at 04:44 PM
You know, that is the best part of this program. My wife and I don't even feel like we're "doing some program" . We have very easily adopted this as the way we eat and exercise. I'm really proud of her. We went to the joggin trail and she planned on running 2/10 without stopping and she ran the whole freakin mile. She was beaming with excitement and it felt so good. This is something we BADLY needed.
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (629 posts) at 05:23 PM
Congratulations on your accomplishment and thank you for sharing! Keep us up to date on your transformation. You can do it!! TJ
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 09:26 AM
So today was my "official" weigh day... (altho I weigh every day to see how what I am eating effects fluctuations and stuff)...
Last week, my scale read 108lbs with 28% body fat.
This morning it read 107 lbs with 29%......
wtf!? =(
I know I am gaining muscle... I can see it in my arms and shoulders, even went from 5 lb to 10 lb weights this morning for my UBWO! =(
Body for Life Forum Message by brandy (8 posts) at 09:56 AM
Hang in there. I don't know why your body fat went up!??? I'm in my fourth week and am also not trying to get frustrated. I just keep reminding myself that in four more weeks I should be at the magical shredding fat time (I hope). Good luck and keep at it!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brandy
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (395 posts) at 09:56 AM
Two things....I wouldn't put that much trust in an electronic scale, especially with a reading that close in body fat during one week's time.
Secondly, you need to give it time...I saw all my results after week 8. My scale was all over the place before that!!!!!!
Stay consistent with workouts and especially clean eating. It will pay off. Period.
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (58 posts) at 10:01 AM
If you are using a bodyfat scale ... IMO, it is virtually useless in calculating bodyfat.
Calipers and/or taking body measurements are much more reliable than bf scales.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (65 posts) at 10:05 AM
I agree with muscle head...I asked specifically for one of those scales for Christmas last year, and according to its readings, my body fat has increased 3% since I've been doing BFL, which is obviously not true. It says my boyfriend is obese - also not the case, as he is tall and quite muscular. But it also says in the directions that it does not provide accurate readings for athletes, so the closer you get to being athletic, I think the less accurate it is. I've pretty much given up on weighing myself all together...I can tell much more just by looking at myself in the mirror.
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 10:07 AM
hmmmm... I hope youre all right about that thing just being plain ol useless!
So what do you measure with? Like the measuring tape seamstresses use? Where could I get that? Do you think GNC would have it? I plan on going there during my lunch break..
Body for Life Forum Message by Muscle Head (58 posts) at 10:09 AM
Try Myotape ....
very inexpensive. Lots of places sell them on-line ... and you may be able to find them at GNC.
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (235 posts) at 10:32 AM
Ditto on the "bioimpendence scales are crap" message. I use mine to guage my weight and that's it.
7-point caliper testing is the most accurate method on a reasonable budget (there are other far more expensive ways to get really accurate BF measurements). Make sure you get the same technician to take your measurements over time, and make sure they are experienced!
Your gym might have that service for a small fee ($20 or so) or for free, or you can check around to see if there is a sports medicine clinic in your area that might do it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 10:59 AM
Well Im not a member of a gym so I wouldnt be able to have an experienced technician take my measurements... this is something I will have to do on my own at home... calipers just seem like something I would mess up too easily... so i'm gonna look for that myotape =)
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (228 posts) at 11:02 AM
DO NOT, and I repeat DO NOT believe what your scale says about BF!!! My whole last challenge I went back and forth between 37% and 37.5% when in reality I went from 35% to 27%. I have calipers and an Omron as well so I know this to be true. If I had gone by the scale I would have cried everyday!! Only use the scale as a tool with the help of BF from calipers or something else. You will feel much better when you realize how wrong your scale is. Also you can use just regular ol' measuring tape like they seamstresses use and use the navy site to get your BF%. http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
I hope this helps!! You are doing a great job so don't be hard on yourself!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 12:29 PM
Thanks so much for the advice guys =)
Went into GNC and they actually had just one myotape left! which I promptly purchased ;-) Cant wait to get home tonight, and have my bf do my measurements (he thinks its great that I'm doing this).. maybe I can even con him into taking my first progress photo... hmmm
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 02:40 PM
Cool...I just googled the myotape. Looks great. Think I'll get one this week. I'd rather do it myself than have someone at the gym do it.
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by HappyHeart03 (2 posts) at 11:37 AM
Hi everyone,
I'm on day three of the BFL. Eating six meals a day feels like I'm eating so much. I have been watching my portions. Just not used to eating so often. Anyway a lot of good snacks I've seen for protein is cottage cheese. I cant stand it. I bought a big container to mix with my yogurt. Tried it and threw the whole thing away! Please! Does anyone have more quick ideas for protein for snacks.
Thank You
Body for Life Forum Message by HappyHeart03 (2 posts) at 11:39 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (395 posts) at 11:43 AM
You just needs some ideas on how to hide it using a blender. Will you go buy some again??? :) The EFL pancakes are great. I eat those a lot. Blending it with yogurt will also mask the taste, and obviously gets rid of the chunks. You can even make cottage cheese/yogurt taste like frozen yogurt with a few berries and some Splenda added in there and then frozen. There's also blended cottage cheese with Splenda and cinnamon to make a dip for apples. I could on and on....now I'm getting hungry.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 11:45 AM
try and apple and string cheese
I really like cottage cheese (fortunate me)......one of my favorites is to put about 2 TBSP on top of a rice cake and sprinkle with cinnamon
or cottage cheese, 1/2 apple diced up and a sprinkle of cinnamon
YEP----I like cottage cheese and I like cinnamon and I like fruit----thank goodness.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (46 posts) at 11:47 AM
Egg beaters are my fav protein snack and they only take about 3 minutes to cook up.
Try having cottage cheese with some sugar free jelly stired into it, much yummier! Or cottage cheese with some splenda, cinnimin and chopped up fruit like apple or bananas.
You can also get whey protein and make up a quick shake or a myoplex shake (I love the myoplex lite choc shakes with half a banana in it)
Sliced turkey meat rolled up with a peice of fat free american cheese or some mustard.
I also cook a couple of frozen boneless chicken breasts up every sunday night and chop them up into bite size peices and put them in portioned baggies. They are great to keep in the fridge and grab that and a peice of fruit and a bottle of water on your way out the door.
Hope that helps :)
Body for Life Forum Message by txsugar (15 posts) at 11:57 AM
I too hate CC, but knowing how good it is for me I find ways to disguise the texture and flavor.
For a pre-workout meal idea:
.5C FF Cottage Chz
.5C old fashioned oats
.5C frozen blueberries thawed
you can add splenda to taste, just make sure you mix this up really good.
For my last meal before bed:
.5C FF Cottage Chz
.25C frozen strawberries thawed
2Tbsp sliced almonds
splenda to taste
mixed up really well, i tell myslef i'm eating a sundae or parfait
keep in mind i don't have cottage cheese twice a day every day, hope this helps
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (92 posts) at 11:57 AM
Georgiawendy??? Are all those recipes in the EFL book or are they your own creations? They sound great. Now that I've found a new love for cottage cheese, yogurt, and orange slices mixed together.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by FatLady (15 posts) at 11:59 AM
I also hate cottage cheese but I have found some ways that are really GOOD. 1/2 small potatoe with cottage cheese pepper and Mrs.Dash (any favor). Fat free cottage cheese, fat free plain yogurt (which I also do not like) and splenda to taste and cinnamon. This is going to be eaten my me at least three times a week. I believe that Mary from Ks. put this on guestbook. I thought right good for you but can I gag it down.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (671 posts) at 12:14 PM
am I the only BFL member who actually loves cottage cheese?
I think I must be
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (92 posts) at 12:15 PM
Agent... I sure didn't like CC at all before BFL... But I love it now... Although it has to be mixed with yogurt for me to stomach it. It makes up like 3 of my meals a day...
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (395 posts) at 12:21 PM
I love cc any way any time. I guess I'm lucky. No jitter2001, only the pancakes are in the EFL book, I think. I really don't use the book that often except for the occasional lunch/dinner. The rest I've kind of thrown together with help from other BFL'ers, especially Mary from KS, the BFL guestbook mad scientist in the kitchen.
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (46 posts) at 12:22 PM
I don't eat dairy. Here are my typical snacks.
- Boca sausages (links) and burgers (all american)- These guys are pretty darn decent with catsup. Don't accept substututes; all other soy burgers SUCK.
- Shakes- Soy milk and banana with bulk whey vanilla protein (or just protein and vanilla) and splenda. Yums. Easy and great.
- Soy nuts- I love these for practicality. They are so easy to transport. They don;'t taste great but they're high protein, and high fiber. Be careful not too eat too many, just 1/2 cup has 20 grams protein but also 10 grams good fat.
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (235 posts) at 12:29 PM
I am addicted to cottage cheese. But I used to loathe it with the fire of 1,000 suns. Quite a turnaround, I'd say.
Some fun concoctions I enjoy:
3/4 c. cc with .5 c frozen blueberries and a few drops of stevia extract. I make this in the am and by the time I'm ready for my mid morning meal the blueberries have melted a bit.
.5 c of cc and a packet of Hickory Smoked Tuna. Mix well and add some Konriko cajun seasoning. This makes 2 servings. Melt a serving in a toaster oven over Ezekiel bread and top with some salsa.
Mix with Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning and use as a creamy salad dressing.
Blend 1 c. of cc with 1 c. of raw oats and 6 egg whites, some stevia extract, cinnamon and cardomom in a blender and cook like pancakes. Makes three servings.
For a Protein+Fat meal (like before bedtime) .5 c cc with 1 T of almond butter, and some stevia extract. Mix well.
.5 c cc with .5 c brown rice, italian seasonings (I like to nuke it at this point until the cheese is a bit melty) and a bit of tomato and salt, pepper and 1 tsp or so of parm.
There are tons of ways to eat cottage cheese. The cool thing about it is it can be either sweet or savory.
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (58 posts) at 12:31 PM
I LOVE COTTAGE CHEESE. Can eat it right out of the container...yuuuuuumy
And Robin, I love soynuts, I think they taste awesome and they are great when you have that need to snack on something crunchy. Have you tried flavor ones like BBQ?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-P-S-524 (114 posts) at 01:51 PM
Agent 69 said
"am I the only BFL member who actually loves cottage cheese?
I think I must be"
Nope...I've always loved cottage cheese since I was 3 feet tall! But BFL introduced me to new ways to eat it. I never tried it with cinnamon though...sounds good. One of my favorites is mixing it with salsa & dipping wheat tortilla chips made from tortilla wraps.
~Tried To Amend My Carnivorous Habits~
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 02:08 PM
oh I'm a big fan of cottage cheese too... adding anything to it is just blasphemy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Suzieq (225 posts) at 02:24 PM
I can't stand cottage cheese either. During my first challenge I tried it a couple times mixed with other things and it only made me gag. This challenge I haven't touched it.
During the week my morning snack is an apple with 2 oz low fat sliced cheese and my afternoon snack is a yogurt with 2 oz sliced deli meat, usually turkey or chicken. For a treat I will also do the protein pudding with a bit of fat free whip cream. But for the most part I have the same snacks everyday.
Sue
Body for Life Forum Message by ibmissy (6 posts) at 12:21 PM
Ok fellow newbies. I am curious about how much weight everyone is using when doing their UBWO and LBWO. I am too ashamed to say how little lbs I am using. Then again I wasn't actively exercising pre-bfl. I am just curious where everyone else is at. Especially the women.
Thanks. :)
---Missy
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (88 posts) at 12:33 PM
hahaha! I am not ashamed of my chicken arms! And am quite proud to say this morning I graduated myself to 10lb freeweights for my UBWO.
For my lower body I dont use weights, just do lunges and squats and things like that... at least for now I'm still able to hit my 10's doing it that way....
Body for Life Forum Message by VanessaDG (11 posts) at 12:41 PM
It depends on what exercise I am doing.
Chest I do,
Dumbbell Flyes at
12@5, 10@10, 8@15, 6@20, 12 @15, then 12 regular pushups
Most everything is something like the above...except for my shoulders and triceps, for those the weights are lower.
Body for Life Forum Message by taylor76 (11 posts) at 12:48 PM
Hi ibmissy. How much weight you use depends on the types of exercises you do. It can also depend on to some extent on your genetics. One thing that I learned when I began lifting weights several years ago is not to care how much weight other people were lifting. When I looked at the weight that other people were lifted at it caused me to get discouraged. It made me think, “what is the point? I can’t ever be that strong!” Over time I learned that what was really is important is how hard you work. Instead I learned to think, “I am going to outwork everyone in the gym, even if I am not as strong.” Over time that attitude paid off. Granted that I have been lifting consistently over the years I eventually became one of the strongest guys in the gym. I don’t mean at all to be rude to tell you not to worry about what other people are lifting. Just do all that you are capable of doing. Time and hard work will do the rest. Take it from a “meathead” just make sure you are pushing yourself to your maximum every lift and I know that you will achieve all your goals.
Body for Life Forum Message by Janie (3 posts) at 12:56 PM
Hey Missy, don't worry about how little you're using. Check to see if the effort required is at the level Bill describes in the BFL book. After not having worked out for years I had to start back with one, two and three lbs. I was able to go up significantly the first time I tried the Challenge (which I unfortunately did not finish) but this time around I am pushing myself past my comfort zone as often as possible. I took the advice of one of this years champions, Brian Baker, who always said, "You can do more than you think you can!" It's true! I'm in week 8 and I actually did six dumbell curls with 17.5 lb. dumbells and was able to do my last two sets of 12 with 15 lbs.! Talk about hitting a 10! It was such an emotional/mental and physical high! BUT, remember, you have to start small and grow. But DON'T be afraid to try more weight- try increasing the weight at your next workout. If you can do twleve reps with the weight you have then go a little higher- go until you CAN'T do twelve reps- only 10, and then PUSH yourself to do one more each time. That's what's going to build your muscle. And remember Brian's advice, "YOU CAN DO MORE THAN YOU THINK YOU CAN."
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1188 posts) at 12:58 PM
What Janie just said is so true. I did my first challenge and kept saying I was going to up my weights. For some reason I kept NOT upping my weights. This challenge I am adding weights and it really is working. DUH. I don't know why I held back, maybe fear of not being able to do it. Oh well.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Janie (3 posts) at 12:58 PM
that would be the twleve reps on your fifth set- not your first. ;o)
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1128 posts) at 12:59 PM
It is bnot the weight that is most important it is how the muscles are being worked and how hard you are pushing
Body for Life Forum Message by ptwob2 (222 posts) at 01:15 PM
Well said, Taylor76!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (807 posts) at 01:56 PM
um 20#ers max biceps,
55-65#s for lats and most back
triceps,,,--- depends on what exercise,
Shoulders, depends on what exercise. on one I go all the way past 20#ers
chest is pushups! I can do most all the man style!
um lower body on all exercises the max I have used (But I need to buy heavier weights) is 65#s. that is holding a 20#er and a 12# in each hand! it hurts! I can't even feel any sorness the next day! ? I mean I use to be dieing! I know I need to try something,,
Body for Life Forum Message by FitnessGal4Life (30 posts) at 02:46 PM
I did my UBWO yesterday here's a sample: (following the 12,10,8,6,12,12 rep format)
Incline dumbbell curls: 12,15,15,20,15 lbs
Concentration curls: 12 lbs
Shoulder Press: 15,20,25,25,15
Front Raises: 15 lb plate
I've come along way since Dec 5, which was my first week. I started with:
Shoulder Press: 10,12,12,15,12 lbs
Lateral Raises:12 lbs
On Jan 2, I added the incline dumbbell curls (I find them the best for biceps, and think they're the hardest):
10,12,15,20,20 lbs
Make sure to keep challenging yourself and increasing your weights every week or every 2nd week to make progress. Make sure you lift with absolute correct form. Sure it's easier to lift a heavier weight with sloppy form, but you could hurt yourself or someone next to you. I've also progressed a lot with my assisted pullups. I do these every UBWO day and consistency and increasing your weights to keep challenging yourself will lead to progress.
Keep up the great work out there!
Lisa
Body for Life Forum Message by Soccermom (6 posts) at 06:12 PM
Does any one know how to calculate your body fat?
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1595 posts) at 06:15 PM
I use the following two sites and average the results. Just be sure you enter the info correctly, be sure to identify your correct gender, etc, or it can be off.
http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
http://www.healthcentral.com/cooltools/nutrition/homebodyfattest.aspx
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (683 posts) at 06:36 PM
Hey, I prefer checking male; I'd much rather have 7% BF!
In my best Napoleon voice...Lucky!
Body for Life Forum Message by truetoome (8 posts) at 02:39 PM
I have problems thinking of small meals too. I love the BFL Bars! They are easy to take along with you. I also eat alot of Cottage cheese and yogurt! I dont like cottage cheese but I blend it and then mix it with the yogurt then I can handle it...Good Luck
Body for Life Forum Message by kitwhit (56 posts) at 03:17 PM
OK, this requires a bit of forethought but I buy those bags of fish filets - inside the bag are several individually vacuum sealed filets. If I take one out of the freezer in the morning and put it in the fridge it is defrosted by the time I get home from work and then only takes 5-10 minutes to broil. They have tuna, salmon, tilapia, cod . . . and they are in the perfect portions. I just steam a little broccoli and BAM!! A great healthy meal.
Body for Life Forum Message by Summer63 (1 posts) at 03:34 PM
I always keep a bunch of grilled chicken on hand (or boiled chicken). Then for a quick meal, I use a whole wheat pita pocket, top with pizza sauce, portion of cut-up chicken, red peppers, and zucchini or spinach and mushrooms (any veggies you like) a bit of lowfat mozzarella and spices (oregano, garlic powder, crushed red pepper, parmesean) and bake in toaster oven for about 10 minutes. YUM!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (501 posts) at 03:56 PM
Boil a frozen chicken breast and serve w/ brown rice or baked potato.
we buy whole bags of froz. chicken when its on sale.
hard boiled eggs and apple or with toast on my way out the door
wheat tortilla with lowfat turkey lunch meat and /or lowfat shredded cheese- nuke for 30 seconds and roll up
Body for Life Forum Message by D-lite (141 posts) at 06:36 AM
Well I don't know exactly which recipe she's talking about, but on South Beach (and now on BFL) I make these quiche cups all the time:
Spray a muffin pan with PAM and turn your oven on to 350. Get Canadian Bacon or LF ham and push down into each one of the cups. Then you get whatever veggies you want (sauté if necessary) and an sprinkle of cheese and put it also in the muffin cups then you put 1/4 cup of egg beaters in each cup and cook for 30 minutes (or until egg is cooked). They make 12 (or however big your muffin pan is) and 2 to a serving.
I use all sorts of veggies depending on my mood...frozen spinach, roasted red peppers, onions and mushrooms, etc.