Just for K:
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (15 posts) at 06:47 AM
One of the main causes of death in ecstacy users is the swelling of the brain caused by over-consumption of water - not the actual drug itself!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 08:12 AM
Really cerdes? Wow I didn't know that!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 01:47 PM
Ok as I am cleaning the house and getting ready for the tidal wave known as the Holiday weekend.... I have so much going through my mind. Yes, for those of you who know me I am crazy and many thoughts drift in and out.... LOL.... part of my Bi-Polar charm ;-) But this one was good.
I challenge each and everyone of you to start thinking of your LONG term goals for the year fitness wise. I plan on spending New Years Day not Hungover for a few reasons. My body can't handle alcohol anymore and personally it is just to counter productive for me. I NEVER thought those words would come from me LMAO! Back to the subject.....well, I plan on spending the 1st day of the year in the Gym and writing out my goals, visualizing where I am gonna be this time next year. So off the top of your head list the first 3 long term goals you want to accomplish in 2006. I'll start it off ....
1) I would like to achieve all that I did not in 2005
2) To see 10% Body fat for the first time in my life!
3) I would like my body to look like a human anatomy class figure. Female form of course LOL.
That is the drawing board so far..... what are your top 3 that come to mind?
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (169 posts) at 01:55 PM
Oh good post T here are mine!!
1) Take everything I learned in Challenge 1 and apply it to Challenge 2
2) Get my body fat into the teens
3) Get my parents into a healthier lifestyle.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 01:56 PM
damn it girl.....your making me THINK
this may take me a day or two. Short term goals, I got 'em....long term, different story.
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (20 posts) at 01:59 PM
1. Body fat in the teens
2. Abs worthy of a bikini
3. Thighs that rock
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (583 posts) at 02:04 PM
1. Learn from my mistakes in Challenge 1, making my THREE challenges for the year better than the one before.
2. Lose 10% body fat (I think this is conservative for the entire YEAR)
3. Inspire more people to be healthy and happy
4. Be a better picture outside of how I think I look on the inside!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 02:05 PM
Ohhh this is a good one. I will need to think some more on it. good plan for news years day.
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (329 posts) at 02:50 PM
1. Get as many people involved with BFL as I can
2. Body fat at 15%
3. Get my Personal Trainer certification
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 02:59 PM
Ohhh these are good keep em' coming!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (760 posts) at 03:03 PM
1) get my personal trainers certification..... (hey! no stealin my answers gbfan)
2)body fat at 12% by the end of the year.....
3)have 21" thighs! 26" tummy (or less)
34" hips, wear a size 2-4 pants. okay I got to many!
I want so much. like
4)a treadmill,
5)a new gym system.
6) to workout in a gym by august.
7)to finish school by may.
8) to start college by august..
9) get a job by july.... ohhhh yes I got a long list.
lol ohhhhhhhhhh yes I am a dreamer that makes her dreams come true!
Body for Life Forum Message by junojen (44 posts) at 03:14 PM
Great post, T! Thanks for the inspiration. Here are mine:
1. Get my weight down to the low 120's and lose 10% BF.
2. Start competing regularly in 5Ks.
3. Use BFL Tracker to inspire others and also get inspiration from others.
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (760 posts) at 05:07 PM
okay I got another couple for you...
10)run three 5k!
and for 2007.
1)compete in a figure competition
2)make a workout video
3)work in a gym for that year.
4)get my nutritionalist degree
5)get married? lol
6)do a 10K at least once.
and I think that is it.......... I have to look through my notebook! lol
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:51 PM
I am nosy I want some more goals to read. Time for the night shift to answer some.... Bump
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 07:32 PM
Okeedokee!
1. Have a successful year at school
2. Stay healthy to try to avoid depression
3. Do everything in my power to help my daughter start living her dream of becoming a singer
There are more, but you asked for 3! :-D
Also, I can relate to being crazy...my mind goes in a thousand directions at once most of the time!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (129 posts) at 07:53 PM
Perfect! This ties in well with my personal "New Year" that starts on my b-day every year.
1) See six pack abs by May (just in time for beach season)
2) Do 32 pullups by next birthday
3) Take up Olympic Weight lifting again.
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (323 posts) at 09:14 PM
I am glad you asked and I have been trying to come up with 3 for two days now. I dont think it should be this hard. Good to see what everyone elese is aming for.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2765 posts) at 09:28 PM
#1 Be Healthy
Loose 20 lbs
BF% 18 to 20 %
Be able to look good enough to wear a red bikini on the BFL cruise in June
Body for Life Forum Message by bagomojo (4 posts) at 12:37 PM
I have found fitrx.com and bodybuilding.com to have some of the best deals on products.
Betagen is a great product, but like all other product you need to stick with it to see results.
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (15 posts) at 03:34 AM
OK, I am from Melbourne Australia.
- Even though I live in the city, I say 'mate' and 'g'day' a lot
- Kangaroos do NOT frolic around the streets and suburban areas. However out bush they are real pests and I hate to admit I have run over more than one :(
- Melbourne is the better, prettier and more livelier city than Sydney. No doubt a Sydneysider will tell you different, but don't listen to them - they're just jealous.
- Yes, Tasmania (that little island at the bottom) is part of the country. New Zealand is NOT.
- Melbourne is famous for food and shopping. We host the Formula One, the Australian Open, and the nation stops for the greatest horse race, The Melbourne Cup. We even have a public holiday for it :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1522 posts) at 12:18 AM
OMG I have no idea what to say. We'll miss you Julie.
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (623 posts) at 06:41 PM
Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 09:42 AM
Thanks for your responses everyone! How bad is it? Lately, I haven't counted pills-it was just a waste of my time and made me angry but when I did count it was probably about 15-20 a day. Plus the Xanax. I pretty much don't talk to him anymore-we work in the same office about 10 feet from each other so I really don't have much to say at home. He's just not a likeable person taking this crap. Every so often he goes off of them. Usually if he hits a dead end withthe internet pharmacy or if we are going to Italy. What a different person! We don't fight, everyone is happy. Weekends are bad. This is not new to me. It's been 17 yrs. of either pills or alcohol. A two yr. break from it all when he had a bad health problem and had to take some major drugs to combat it.
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 09:44 AM
BTW: he is right near me so I don't have much time to read and write. But I promise to read everyone's suggestions and think about them!! Thank you for helping!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 10:07 AM
Let me just add a few more notes: It's not an anger/rage issue. No police necessary-that's not even a thought. It's a personality thing. You take a very likeable, happy (seemingly)light-ish person and he turns into a brooding, miserable, mountain out of molehill everyting is a friggin tragedy kind of ew I don't want to look at you right now person. And then, he goes to sleep. (Good thing cuz I have to wake up earyly, ya know?) I think I am just a bit down this week because of Julie and this is on my nerves right now. Plus, I thought he was detoxing over the weekend and it turns out he had just run out and got a new shipment yesterdy. So, I got angry.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (777 posts) at 10:09 AM
Thats a lot of pills a day. I would be worried about the Xanax more than the vicodin though. Ive had some friends take that stuff and Xanax + vicodin + alcohol = Functional black outs. They cant remember anything the next day.
Its strange that he is nice when he's not on it because Ive been known to take 1 a week every so often and they always seem to make me depressed the next day.
I hope he gets help but he has to want to stop.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 10:30 AM
Heheheehe ok I am not laughing at this situation not at all! I am just remembering how it was and oh lord am I glad I am not there anymore. You need to get away from this. Have an ultimatum .... something. IF they do choose that this is ruining their life they are gonna need professional help to get off of it. I was a weird one with to many brain cells still left and quit a lot of hard drugs including pills cold turkey. Yes, I got VERY sick. YES life sucked. But it could not be any worse than where I was headed. But my advice is this person needs professional help if they choose to quit. If they don't as Porter Freeman says "you need to trim the fat".
I hate to tell you..... you need to move on with your life and let them go if they don't quit. And if they care about you it might take loosing you to inspire them to quit and stop. But don't be surprised if they have to loose you first. I am sorry that is hard to take. If you want to have a better quality of life then you are gonna have to tell them like it is and hope for the best. Obviously you are at your wits end if you are here asking for advice. You need to do something about it plain and simple.
Taking action and the aftermath of that is hard yes. But it is just a short time of pain in a lifetime. And taking action only moves you forward into the future. Not taking action just leaves you stuck, stuck, stuck. Moving backwards. I wish you the best I really do this is a very hard problem to deal with. My feeling on it is when someone is doing this much crap well I know your gonna get hurt emotionally one way or the other. Trust me an addicts first instinct is to choose the drugs first. And an addicts first fear is loosing the drugs not you. Your dealing with the drug not the person anymore. Unfortunately, that person is asleep. I hope this helps.
I am not meaning to sound harsh. I have been there, done that , got a flippin closet of T-shirts. Watched it happen to other people as well. It is not fun. It sucks! Just be very honest with yourself and them. Best of luck.
T
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 12:05 PM
TNT, you are not harsh! I know what you are saying! All of it- and you are right. I have nothing to say in defense of myself. I have given the ultimatum before and he quit but then went back to it. Of course, I didn't follow up. So, I am as much to blame in a way, enabling him. When it gets too much to bare again I'm sure I'll do something.
Chuck: It takes about 4-6 days for him to come around after stopping. When he stops he 'becomes a piece of furniture'. He can't do anything but sleep. Over this past weekend he actually started to get sick. Mostly because it depletes your serotonin levels and when you quit you have no fake energy coming in and you just can't move till you build back the serotonin.
According to Dr. Phil, it's relatively easy to get off Vicodin. You just have to stay off.
Since Vicodin dehydrates you, so he's been on it long enough that he has given himself hemmorhoids and I believe some tooth decay. He has become his own pain in the ass!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (180 posts) at 10:06 PM
Hey, 3D! I think clearly the MOST IMPORTANT thing you can do is to do something for yourself. Find an alanon or a narcanon meeting in your area, AND GO! You didn't start it; you didn't cause it; and you're powerless to stop it. Trying to do that will make you every danged bit as nutty as he is. So, stop that, and get help for yourself, while you still can! I am a recovered alcoholic, without taking a drink for 22 years. And, I'm also an Alanon, since my children when they got older made that possible for me!
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (25 posts) at 11:56 PM
Get the book...
A Million Little Pieces, by James Frey
Seriously this is the most outstanding account of addiction I have ever read. Clear, concise, and bone chillingly truthful.
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 03:27 PM
well I don't have a strange menagerie of animals like zooman ( unless regularly having half the neighbourhood kids here counts!! -- We have a VERY open door policy ..& a POOL ~lol)
And I don't have any cool rooms in my house like Linda.. 50's diner neato!!
& I'm not off the grid like amkazen.. remind me to pick your brain about solar for when I retire to a boat!
& I'm soo done with school GO CONNIE!! :)
What IS unusual about my world is that I regularly go fishing for Sturgeon .a fish that can be up to 0ver 20 ft long & live over 100 yrs.. they're as close to dinsaurs as you'll find around here!
We are involved in the Presevation Society as they became almost extict due to over fishing earlier this century..
what we do is, we catch them & then tag them with a microchip in a needle under their skin for tracking measure them & release them... Quite an adventure when you realize how damn BIG these things are...one I personally caught was too big to even try to bring on the boat!.. a bit Scary-- but quite the work out! ;)
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 03:32 PM
That's cool Lala! Its so crazy how there are so many different jobs in life...amazing!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 03:42 PM
Strange thing about me hmmmm I am Bi-Polar but very grounded. I seem to think so. This could be a very long list....... LOL
I want to see pictures of this awesome house! Sounds awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (180 posts) at 04:16 PM
Well, let's see. How about some medical conditions? Nothing earth shattering, but an interesting picture for someone who exercises nearly every day.Until I was an adult I had never broken a bone, had a stitch or been close to a hospital in my life. In recent years though, I've had three surgeries on one hand with some pins and metal thread applied to the thumb, three surgeries and a bone fusion and a pin and wires to my clavicle; three surgeries to my right shoulder; 1 to my left, and a surgery to my low back. According to the orthopedists who did the shoulders and the neuro who did the back, I am unable to lift anything overhead, and cannot lift anything weighing more than 25 pounds period. Suppose they would frown on my body weight wide grip pullups, added weight dips, and 255 pound deadlifts and squats? Shhhh. If anything goes wrong, I'll just find other doctors!
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (329 posts) at 04:43 PM
I am one of 11 kids... so holidays are rather "busy" at our house. I also lived in an army tent for a year and a half... thanks to my Dad moving us from southern California to the Ozark Mountains when I was 13 years old! That was quite an adventure.
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:03 PM
Wow! Cool stuff! T~N~T I also suffer from the same affliction. I have been working very hard over the years to get to the point where I feel grounded. Almost there!! Great for you...I can definitely sympathize!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by raygeo (330 posts) at 12:37 AM
I threw my vote in for you this morning HOTTIE!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 08:36 AM
Ray...I adore you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 09:11 AM
suck up ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 09:13 AM
Well I do
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 06:40 AM
It's the GRINCH ( original animated )
Hands down, lol
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 07:15 AM
when I was a child I loved "Rudolph" and "Frosty the Snowman"......I didn't like "The Grinch", it was tooooo scary for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (117 posts) at 07:16 AM
We just taped Rudolph and Here Comes Santa Claus for our 2 y.o. daughter. She loves them. We fast forward through the scarey parts (bumbles in the cave) because she gets upset (so cute).
My favorite is The Year Without A Santa because I LOVE the Heat Miser and Freeze Miser bits.
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 07:30 AM
I like Raymon Briggs' "The Snowman." I don't think it ever played in the US??
Anyway, I never saw it until my first Christmas in England (to have a Christmas in England was one of my childhood "When I grow up I. . ." wants). It's a silent cartoon and no doubt I wouldn't have liked it as a kid but I love it now!
Anyway, I honestly don't post with the intention of writing a novel!!
Love, P
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (351 posts) at 07:50 AM
My favorite is It's a Wonderful Life.
Body for Life Forum Message by el Gigante (53 posts) at 11:35 AM
A Christmas Story, hands down. Watching (again) this year I realized that one of the bullies is named Scott Farcus... we have a scotfarcus tracker member. Coincidence???
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 12:16 PM
I'm with Zooman, It's a Wonderful Life is the best of all time. Rudolph is a close second though, I got my daughter the cutest Yukon Cornelius stuffed doll. :)
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by Nut-Meg (473 posts) at 03:14 PM
Speaking of a Christmas story my sisters sent me a huge box last year marked FRAGILE (that must be Italian) and it contained a full size replica of teh LEG LAMP! we put it in our front window IMMEDIATElY and went out side to see what it looked like from teh street. And now we put it in our front window every Christmas.
I noticed that there was a Scott Farcus on Tracker. I wondered if it was really him...
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:24 PM
I LOVE The Grinch (cartoon), Rudolph (the old, cheesy one...love the misfits), Charlie Brown (poor kid :-D), It's a Wonderful Life, National Lampoons Christmas Vacation, Miracle on 34th St (I do prefer the newer one), Nightmare Before Christmas
I bought them all over the years for my daughter to watch and now we sit and snuggle with a candle lit and watch them over and over again.
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (430 posts) at 06:56 PM
YOU ARE ALL OLDER THAN DIRT!
You're a mean one, Mr. Grinch.
You really are a heel.
You're as cuddly as a cactus,
You're as charming as an eel.
Mr. Grinch.
You're a bad banana
With a greasy black peel.
You're a monster, Mr. Grinch.
Your heart's an empty hole.
Your brain is full of spiders,
You've got garlic in your soul.
Mr. Grinch.
I wouldn't touch you, with a
thirty-nine-and-a-half foot pole.
You're a vile one, Mr. Grinch.
You have termites in your smile.
You have all the tender sweetness
Of a seasick crocodile.
Mr. Grinch.
Given the choice between the two of you
I'd take the seasick crockodile.
You're a foul one, Mr. Grinch.
You're a nasty, wasty skunk.
Your heart is full of unwashed socks
Your soul is full of gunk.
Mr. Grinch.
The three words that best describe you,
are, and I quote: "Stink. Stank. Stunk."
You're a rotter, Mr. Grinch.
You're the king of sinful sots.
Your heart's a dead tomato splot
With moldy purple spots,
Mr. Grinch.
Your soul is an apalling dump heap overflowing
with the most disgraceful assortment of deplorable
rubbish imaginable,
Mangled up in tangled up knots.
You nauseate me, Mr. Grinch.
With a nauseaus super-naus.
You're a crooked jerky jockey
And you drive a crooked horse.
Mr. Grinch.
You're a three decker saurkraut and toadstool
sandwich
With arsenic sauce.
Ahhhhhhhhhh...the memories.
Body for Life Forum Message by scotfarcus (9 posts) at 08:54 PM
A Christmas Story! Hence my screen name! ScotFarcus!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (129 posts) at 05:43 AM
Thanks guys! Poor Forest Tech is probably still in exam hell at the moment. :)
For my birthday I managed to wake up an hour before I needed to. My darling cat Tico reset the alarm for mommy! Thoughtful child. No, really.
:)
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (76 posts) at 05:58 AM
Happy birthday!! Have a wonderful day!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (99 posts) at 11:49 AM
Thanks everyone!! wow.. I didn't even see this thread til now since I have been away for a couple days!
Thankfully I am done exams finally and am on christmas vacation. I have been keeping up with BFL as best I can. I did have a free meal yesterday for my birthday dinner though ;).
Again, Thank you all for the wishes!! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY BLEMT!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Shoe (29 posts) at 08:57 AM
I have both anxiety (panic attacks, being incapacitated by changes in environment, huge social discomfort) and depression (dark, self-injurious thoughts, difficulty functioning, extreme fatigue, physical pain) and have been on an antidepressant for a little over a year. It's been a lifesaver (and I mean that pretty literally). It's almost completely relieved my anxiety (no more constant voice in my head telling me I suck!). My depression still lingers, but instead of bad months, I just have bad days. I feel like I actually have a life now.
Have you talked to your doctor? That's the place to start. I was pretty resistant to taking meds, and the first week sucked, but now I'm so glad I started. They worked better for me than therapy. Fact is, sometimes our chemicals are just messed up and need straightening out. It doesn't indicate anything wrong with our character or reflect on who we are as people--it's just a chemical imbalance. You'd go to a doctor to treat any other physiological problem, so why not this one?
Megan
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (329 posts) at 09:34 AM
I struggled with panic attacks for 8 years until I was diagnosed with Mitral Valve Prolapse. I now take a pill a day and have no more problems. If you have any type of palpitations before having a panic attack... it would be a good idea to see your doctor and rule out MVP. It is a very common diagnosis that can be found by an echocardiogram.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 09:43 AM
I struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder...otherwise known as SADS or the winter blues (I use a full spectrum light and that has REALLY helped). It can be totally incapacitating. For those of you who struggle with depression, my heart truly goes out to you. I used to think that people who suffered from depression just needed to think happy thoughts. I just didn't get it. Since struggling with the SADS, I totally get it. I can only imagine the full-on depression is like SADS x 100.
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (767 posts) at 10:14 AM
I've struggled with depressive episodes since I was a teenager. It comes and goes, often triggered by environment. I was in a depressed hole all throughout my four-year college term and managed to graduate with the help of Paxil and the will of God. ('Cause how else could I explain it?)
I quit Paxil after two years and had no problems. I survived a pregnancy with no post-partum troubled, but in the past year have been up and down again. It swings from depression to anxiety, whereas before it was only depression. I've strarted to develop the physical symptoms of anxiety -- heart speeds up, chest feels tight, short of breath.
I've been in counseling for a few months, and it is helping slowly. I'm resisting meds. On bad days, I say "That's it, I'm going to the doctor," then the next day is better and I figure I can beat it on my own, that it has been worse.
Mostly, it has been a damper on my weightloss goals. I've having to redirect everything to avoid the mental traps of perfection and all-or-nothing thinking.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:23 AM
In the past, I noticed I would get them whenever I felt like some things in my life were getting out of control. I felt as if I were having trouble breathing and an overwhelming sense of fear, like the world caving in around me.
I also noticed that they seemed to come around whenever I ate too many sugary foods. When I cut out the sugar, the severity of the attacks went down considerably.
I'm glad that gbfan mentioned that about the heart palpitations because I used to have them as well but never did tie the two together.
Hope you get to feeling better.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:31 AM
I also noticed that sometimes whenever I take sinus meds, it makes me feel like I am having a panic attack the next day. They say that people with any heart conditions should not take them. I just now realized that because it has been a while since I've taken any sinus medications but had to take some last night, now I'm feeling all jittery. I HATE it! I wish I would have remembered that before I took it.
What kind of symptoms are you having?
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 10:34 AM
I had panic attacks.... in the past. I still have one once in a while but I can deal with it better now that I know what is happening. My symptoms were similar to heart attack symptoms so my docs did a lot of tests to rule out life threatening illnesses. Once they diagnosed it as panic disorder I was able to deal with it better.... I took meds for a short period of time but now I no longer need them..... please PM me if you need to talk or compare stories. Knowing others have gone through this really helped me.
Best Wishes..... Kelli
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 10:43 AM
I have had anxiety/panic attacks and suffered from depression, although I did not know it was depression. 3 years of medication, 4 years of counseling, and starting a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ has helped me. I have been off the meds since August 2004 without a problem, and counseling is down to almost nothing now, but attending church and listening to the Christian station on the radio is WAY up.
Body for Life Forum Message by Shoe (29 posts) at 10:50 AM
Supa K, why are you resistant to meds? I didn't want to take them initially; felt like that would cement me as "crazy person!" and I didn't want to admit that something was really, really wrong with me.
Meds have come a long ways in recent years: fewer side effects and quicker results. You might not even have to stay on them very long...it's worth discussing with your doctor.
After about the first month of meds, I was *amazed* at how different I felt. I just felt more steady and, for want of a better word, normal. It's saved my marriage and my life.
(Edited to clarify!)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 10:53 AM
I have struggled for years with panic disorder, anxiety, and depression. I do know that exercise does help a lot!!! I wish you all the best!!!!
Here are some helpful web site:
Panic - Anxiety Disorders Help and Support
http://panicdisorder.about.com/
tAPir News
http://www.algy.com/anxiety/index.shtml
Wing of Madness Depression News Blog Weblog
http://newsblog.wingofmadness.com/
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (10 posts) at 11:27 AM
thanks guys it really helped
iceskater my symptoms were like i am out of it and little litehead dont want to eat and sometime feels like my body is one big heart beat--- all of this comes and go today is good
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 11:38 AM
Different people experience different symptoms. I'm not a doctor but it sounds like you may be experiencing a problem with blood sugar. And they can trigger feelings of anxiety.
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (10 posts) at 11:56 AM
had blood work and it fell in normal 2 months ago
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (491 posts) at 11:59 AM
Been there-done that...and I I got was huge medical bills to prove it! J/K
Seriously though, if you check out my profile youll se I have been diagnosed with alll kinds of stuff. Bottom line-the ONLY thing that has worked for me long term is following a healty lifestyle, working out (BFL!)
I still have my ups and downs (Bi-Polar) but the anxiety attacks have almost disappeared. Good luck ...and PM me if you ever need to talk.
Hugs...Dana
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 12:26 PM
I had no clue or symptoms I was depressed. I just thought that was what my life had turned out to be. I thought I ws normal. My panic/anxiety attack symptoms were tightening of the chest, feeling flushed/hot, unable to focus, and all coming on within seconds. It happened to me twice, once while driving, once while at my desk at work. Had to pull over and wait till it passed, and the other just sat there frozen. I also resisted meds. However, I gave in eventually and learned the psychiatrist was correct: the meds just help you relearn what "normal" is, and eventually you can come off the meds once you know for sure how you are to be emotionally. Once you know what normal is again, you recognize when you are getting off kilter again and how to stop it and get back on track. It took an outside person to id that what I thought was normal was not. The only problem with meds I see may be your job. I know that from personal experience.
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (329 posts) at 12:29 PM
My symptoms ALWAYS happened at night until my last major "episode" which happened while I was driving and my teenage son was in the car with me. That freaked him (and me) out. The kids knew I had "episodes", but never experienced seeing me have one. I used to beg my husband to take me to the hospital because I always thought I was having a stroke or something vascular.
After my last episode I went to the heart doctor and explained how my "episodes" felt. Usually my heart would beat "funny", then I would wake up. My body felt like there was (the only way I can describe it is) hot alka-seltzer running through my body. It usually started in my mid-section and went down my legs and up my chest to my arms. Then I would start swallowing uncontrollably and my breathing was irratic. I usually would get diahrea or feel like it. Sometimes I would jerk or feel tight in my muscles. It was like alarms were going off in my body.
I have had bouts of depression... I had mono when I was 25 and left me chemically messed up for a year or so. I do know that I am "wired differently". My emotions are sort of a roller coaster - my highs are high, my lows are low. What I perceive as sad is really overwhelmingly sad to me. What I perceive as SCARY... others don't think twice about it. I don't handle fear well at all. Heaven forbid one of my kids used to jump out from behind a chair to scare me for fun!!
The medicine they put me on after the MVP diagnosis is a Beta-Blocker (Inderal). I only take one pill a day (they recommended 2 a day). And that is enough to keep me pretty normal... at least normal for me! Ha! No more palpitations, no more panic attacks. My life is totally different.
Iceskater, early on in my symptoms I noticed I couldn't take cold meds either. My heart would beat crazy, and in my ears! I hated that. I would be all jittery and my heart rate would go way up.
amkazen, I'm with you on your source of strength. I don't know how I would've pulled through without having the Lord.
For those of you who haven't ruled out MVP... you really need to check with your doctor. Mine told me for 8 years that I was just having panic attacks. He thought it was something in my head. I lived a very scary existance, afraid that with every minute I'd have another episode. Going to the cardiologist was the best thing I did for myself.
And, y'all are so right. Exercise is a major component with prevention of panic attacks. You use up your endorphins in the gym, on the track, whatever, so they don't have to work overtime in the quiet of your day.
Feel free to PM me if anyone has any questions. I'm living panic attack free ... and have for the last 5 years.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 12:32 PM
amkazen is SOOOOOOO right. I couldnt have said it better!
Body for Life Forum Message by bagomojo (4 posts) at 12:33 PM
I have delt with Panic Attacks since I was about 18. Combined with VasoVago Syncape (I pass out very easy) the combo was very bad. I would worry about passing out (say after a tough set of squats) a Panic attack would kick in and I would eventually pass out.
I have had a pacemake for the past 3 years to deal with the passing out and take an anti-aniexty med. Life has never been better.
I have found I will still have aniexty under certain circumstances, like not drinking enough water or too much caffiene. Not eating right or not working out.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (25 posts) at 02:23 PM
Everyone has added such great posts. The only thing that I would add is to examine EXACTLY what you are consuming everyday. Are you eating alot of processed foods? Are you using alot of chemically designed sweetners (equal, nutrasweet, splenda,aspartame?) also, do you have mercury fillings? all of those things can have huge impact on your body chemistry. Just things to think about before trying meds :-) all the best!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:15 PM
It's really quite amazing how many people have turned to BFL in hopes of aiding them with their struggles with depression.
If you've ever read The Zone, it provides essentially the same eating information as the BFL book but with more details about the hows and whys of food and portions, etc. The Zone way of eating is a wonderful meal plan for anybody with diabetic issues.
So, essentially, if you have issues with blood sugar and are following the BFL way of eating, you should be okay.
I highly recommend reading The Zone as a supplement to BFL...it's quite informative.
A lot of things have changed for me since I started working out and exercising. My depressive episodes are fewer and farther in between than they used to be and they don't last as long. Also, I don't fall completely into a black abyss!
A few years ago, I was very unhealthy because I was overweight and didn't know what the heck was happening to me when I sunk down. Then, I found a doctor who took the time to explore what might be wrong and pin-pointed it as Bi-Polar.
We tried many medications (and by that I mean 6 of them) and we finally found a combination that brought me out of my stupor. It was overwhelming when I was trying to come out of it. I just went to bed one night and didn't get out of it the next day. I stayed in bed for 6 weeks...well, give or take a bathroom break! :-)
Sometimes medication works, but the most important thing is a correct diagnosis. In order to get than when dealing with any kind of mood disorder, you need a good doctor...which is, unfortunately, hard to find now. Well, for me it is. I finally found one who cared and it was game on from there!
So...to recap after typing way too much (sorry)...eat healthy, exercise, find a good doctor and try to figure out what foods are bringing you down. Sometimes, it's as simple as eliminating cheese!
I hope you're feeling well. If you need anything...obviously, we're all here for you!!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 09:34 PM
It is a good thing you went to a cardiologist, gbfan. That must have been so difficult for you to go through with.
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1073 posts) at 11:11 PM
I used to have anxiety attacks and get hives.....what did I do....GOT A DIVORCE. :)
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by angelic4077 (3 posts) at 11:38 PM
I have suffer from panic attacks and depression. I am on an antidepressant for the daily depression, but it doesn't help the panic attacks.
My panic attacks normally occur at night, when my body is saying that it is time to calm down, but my mind has other ideas. I can't shut my mind down and then I start getting this heavy feeling in my chest and on my shoulders. I can normally feel a meltdown coming on now, so I normally ask my daughter and my husband(now seperated) to give me space. I have been known to spaz out and throw something, but my doctor recently gave me a prescription for a nerve pill and whenever I feel one coming one at night, which is normally 2-3 times weekly I take one and it normally helps.
Surprisingly I also have a tendency to give up on dieting at night and purge. All tied into emotional control issues that I am working on.
You need to talk with your doctor about the best course of treatment. There are meds and ways to modify your behavior...relaxation techniques...etc. Just remember that most depression is caused from chemical imbalances in your body's chemistry and it is nothing that you can control.
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 11:04 AM
bump
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:09 AM
In Georgia we register at the time of our license renewal, etc.
Myself and both of my sons (20 & 16) are organ donors.....
they weren't sure when they first got their license, then I told them that it is the greatest gift you can give. If something were to happen to one of them (a car wreck for instance) and they needed an organ it would be the most gracious gift someone could give me.....the life of my child, for a second time.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 12:17 PM
I've got mine on my license too, but I'll definitely hit the site to double up! :)
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 03:30 PM
It is on my license but I also just registered on that site. Thanks!!
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (17 posts) at 01:30 AM
you have an English Bulldog that is the spittin' image of my Maggie. She's an English that is 6 years old. We love her dearly.
Aren't they just the coolest dogs??? Lots of slobber, but you just got to love 'em!!
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (17 posts) at 01:33 AM
by the way...you're doing great on your transformation!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 08:20 AM
Thanks. His name is Chopper, he is only 1.3 yrs and doesn't slober much...yet. Quite a character and very stubborn but fun-lovin. He's my lil man.
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 10:43 AM
Okay, I have a choice; I am having 15 people over on Sunday for Christmas. I have 2 dogs, 1 very sweet and nice and fine with people. The other, very sweet and nice to family. He is fine in his cage but he may bark a lot and that would annoy us and our guests. So, I can board him or tranquilize him. The vet said it will not knock him out, it will just take the edge off. I just need him to not bark. I had no problem boarding him until I found out that he would need to be there by 11 am Saturday and I can't pick him up till Tuesday. I didn't know it would be 3 days. What do you think??????????????????
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 10:45 AM
My vote is to Board him.
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (777 posts) at 10:47 AM
Why not just leave him out? Will he attack someone?
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 10:56 AM
I'd drug him if its only for a few hours and harmless..... but then I am not a pet owner.... maybe I'd think differently if I had a dog...
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (430 posts) at 10:57 AM
I personally can't stand my husband's family so I would drug them and let the dog be.
Just my opinion.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 11:00 AM
can'tstopme, I am LOL!!!
As for the dog, board him. Less temptation for anybody to mess with him, or for him to get riled up, which he still may do so even on drugs. Is there a garage or outbuilding you can put him in? What about a neighbor. Is there one who will take him for a few hours, saving the cost of boarding?
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 11:53 AM
I am LOL too!!! Can't leave him loose. He's protective of the living room. He's so strange. And yes, I am afraid he will bite someone. He is not a viscious (sp?) attack dog, he's just protective but I can't take that chance or make people uncomfortable. He is a greyhound mix. Cutist thing. Yes, if we keep him home and drug him, he will be in his cage in the garage. That way, if he barks, at least we wont' hear much of it. He likes his cage-it's his safe place. He actually might have been a 'wild' dog before we rescued him so he has come a long way!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 12:01 PM
cant stop me i feel the same way lol...
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 12:04 PM
Can'tstopme: ROFLMAO!!!!!!!!!! Right on!
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 12:08 PM
I would not have a problem giving my dog a mild, short-acting sedative if need be while I had a large group of people at my house.
Once we took another dog on a sea plane to an island. She was so scared and shaking. The vet that was with us gave her a very small dose of some sedative, and she was fine and totally back to normal by the time we got to where we were going.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 12:11 PM
We had to give our dog a relaxer for a 10 hour road trip. We gave him half the recommended dosage, and he was quite happy. He normally shakes in the car, and gets scared when cars pass, but he was one happy pup that day. :)
The vet we go to said the relaxer is one of the safest drugs for a dog. They recommend it for 4th of July, car trips, etc.
HTH! Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 12:12 PM
Can'tStopMe - too funny!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (945 posts) at 12:14 PM
Keep him in his kennel and give him a Kong toy filled with Peanut Butter. Put it in the freezer for a few hours to make it last longer.
He won't even care that guests are over if he has something better to do.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (491 posts) at 12:14 PM
3D...have you ever boarded your baby before? If not-it can be kinda traumatic for him. New place, lots of noises, other dogs, etc. Have you looked into pet sitters? In my area there are some that sit in their homes, which at least would be a quieter, home-like environment for him.
As for the drugs-I hafta admit Ive used them before on my other dog Rodeo. Shes hyper as hell (her nickname is Psycho Girl). They just made her calm and loving but Im not sure if it would work the same way on yours. Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 12:16 PM
I think I agree with SupaFreak. I had no idea he was used to a kennel heck yeah just do that.
Heck maybe I will buy a Kong for myself and fill it with PB over the holidays to keep me distracted and from biting anyone or to much of anything LMAO!
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 12:33 PM
Giggle, giggle!! Kong treat is a good idea. And yes, we have boarded him before. We went to Italy last April and put him in. He was there for 6 days. My stepson, who was dogsitting the other dog, got him out a day early for us and brought him home. Well, he peed and pooped all over the house- yucky loose poop! For 3 days. Even when we came home he would just lift his leg on the furniture. I had to retrain him. LUckily, he snapped out of it but he wasn't right for at least a week. That is why I am not sure about the boarding. One night, fine but 3 entire days and nights. I don't know. I think we're gonna go with the drugs. Kind of ironic if you've read my other thread here. :) OH, and my goal for 2006 is to hire an animal behaviourist and train this crap out of him!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (945 posts) at 12:58 PM
Don't hire a behavioralist to train it out of him themselves, hire one to help YOU train it out of him.
Half of the dog training out there won't work, unless YOU do it. The dog may change for a dog trainer, but it's a whole new ball of wax when you get him home.
PM your issues and I'll see if I have any suggestions. I have some great experience with odd dog behaviors.
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 01:01 PM
3D: SupaFreak knows her dog stuff really she does! ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (25 posts) at 01:06 PM
Does he like being boarded? Is it like doggy daycare where they do fun stuff and play with other dogs? or just boarding... if so, i would drug him and keep him in a familiar environment. is there a room in the house that you could close him off in?
Body for Life Forum Message by junojen (44 posts) at 01:57 PM
yeah - i vote for the PB Kong, the drugs and the crate in the garage. sounds like a good plan for a lot of us! ha ha!
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (583 posts) at 02:08 PM
I'll render my opinion....just keep in mind....I am not a pet owner.
The sedatives....I don't know.....would you give them to your children just because company was coming over?
If he is in the garage and in the cage....wait....the GARAGE? Isn't it too cold for that? Okay, not the issue....I know.
I would side on the boarding over the sedatives, however....it sounds like you made your decision.
Have you ever used the sedatives though? Is there any fear of a bad reaction to them?
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (945 posts) at 02:35 PM
Why am I craving peanut butter all the sudden?
Seriously though...the PB Kong is a great dog trick. How else could I control 140 pounds worth of German Shepherds? :)
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by Nut-Meg (473 posts) at 03:09 PM
My next door neighbor is our Veteranarian and SHE has a hyper dog and she DOES use tranquilizers when she has a lot of people over, as well as something like a kong to keep him occupied.
I've seen Chip (a lab) on them and he is fine. Just more mellow than usual and definitely happy. If the vet uses 'em on her dog then its good enough for me.
Our dogs are crate/kennel/cage trained also and it is like their own safe little house. I would keep him home with the crate, drugs, and distraction.
I agree with Supafreak about getting someone to train you to train your dog. Thats how we have done it.
The MOnks of New Skete have wriiten a few excellent books on dog training. they are a monastery in NY that breeds and trains German Shephards to support themselves. They have done it since the 60's I think and they are amazing. They look at dog training from the standpoint of understanding pack behavior- which sounds like taht would help you understand your dog's territorial behavior. There is one about puppy training and another called "how to be your dog's best friend" CHeck them out! Meg
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (623 posts) at 06:34 PM
I tranquilize myself when visiting the inlaws(usually Vodka). Drug the dog, he will be fine and much happier at home than at a strange boarding facility.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:38 PM
LMAO!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:42 PM
LMAO!! Too funny!
I opt for a lot of wine...for ME and let the zoo run wild!
Muwahahaha!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:44 PM
Hey I say "Don't" drug the dog and let him run around with the PB Kong, biting and chasing them off a little earlier than expected??? ROFLMAO
Just kidding of course....
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 08:14 PM
give him some benadryl (sp) and put him in his crate. It is harmless to the dog but makes them googly. 1 1/2 25 mg tabs should do. Check with your vet first though!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 08:28 PM
Can'tStopMe, You crack me up!!!! ROTFL!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 08:33 PM
I agree with Supafreak on both counts -- the pb-filled kong in the crate with him, and getting a trainer to teach YOU to train your dogs. Mine gets super hyper and jumps all over people when they come to the house... unless I give him a kong filled with treats and peanut butter. Then, he doesn't care who is at the door, people could be stealing our stuff and beating me up, and he'd be happily absorbed in his kong. And then he'd be all tuckered out from trying to suck all that peanut butter out of there!
I bet you can do it without drugs. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Not tryin' to scare folks! (145 posts) at 09:05 PM
Obedience training!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (945 posts) at 09:34 PM
Who ever wrote it...Yes1-- the Monks of New Skete and their books are TOTAL GENIOUS. I have several of them myself.
Well worth the price of the books.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 12:03 PM
I debated about posting this, but I've decided I would like some more opinions, and I know a lot of you on this site LOVE to share opinions. *wink*
Here's the dilemma: A coworker is continually receiving charity donations in all forms from the employer due to various reasons throughout the last few years. Last week the coworker had to undergo an outpatient surgery which will require missing an undetermined amount of days from work. Now the coworker is asking the entire staff, which is 100s of people, to donate vacation time so as to continue to receive full paychecks. The coworker has absolutely no vacation/sick etc. time left because those have already been used up for vacations, etc., never to accumulate and roll over from year to year.
My problem with this is that it seems to be an ongoing cyclical type of issue, not one of those "emergency" situations I would have no problem helping with. The coworker never thinks to save up some of his vacation/sick hours "just in case" and seems to make unwise financial decisions. I am starting to feel taken advantage of.
Would you donate hours anyway because of office politics, or would you hold to the principle of some tough love?
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (393 posts) at 12:09 PM
No I would not give up my time. It's mine and I earned it. I end up taking almost the entire month of Dec. off because I sacred something may happen and I never use my sick or vacation time. At my job we are able to get next years sick & vacation advanced to us if the need arises. Why can't your company do the same thing?
Body for Life Forum Message by Jame (9 posts) at 12:12 PM
i wouldn't give up my time either... maybe for a unique situation where a group of co-workers decided to do it, i might... but if someone blatantly asks... well, that's just kinda rude!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 12:13 PM
i would not either.... if it was a situation that motivated me to feel like it i certainly would, but you have reservations about it-trust your gut feelings. those are your days because you have been wise to save em up. maybe I"M a scrooge, but thats my .02.
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (214 posts) at 12:13 PM
I'm with ya, Wendy. I have no trouble giving to people in emergency situations, but this doesn't sound like that; it sounds like bad planning on your coworker's part. And that, in and of itself, is forgivable and even something I might feel inspired to help out with if the person in need acknowledged they messed up. Everyone does. But the fact that it seems to be a habit indicates they are just clueless. I don't usually feel inspired to bail people out in those cases.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 12:15 PM
No, you are not being a scrooge. I would say it depends on the level of politics and how it will affect your job. It is sad that this co-worker is seeming to take advantage of the donated leave policy. I would probably not donate, stating I need it for my planned vacation or future unknown problem. If I noticed a frown or something on the part of my boss or higher that indicated to me I was not "being a team player" and if I beleived a raise or promotion would be affected, I would donate the bare minimum amount. Hope this helps.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 12:15 PM
I should add to clarify that the coworker went to the direct supervisor for help within the department, and the supervisor pushed the request memo on up to the entire organization.
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (214 posts) at 12:21 PM
Are you fearing repercussion if you do not help out?
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 12:27 PM
Nothing like losing a job, but it's a very "political" environment where people at certain levels are made to feel obligated due to their position.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 12:29 PM
Will anyone know if you don't contribute?
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 12:32 PM
Well it's supposed to be confidential, but let's just say the HR people like to talk a lot.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 12:32 PM
I'm on your side Wendy! I may help out the first time, but I'd start to get upset as it kept going. Espcially if this person uses up there vacation days for non-illness related things. I agree that they should plan ahead. After all if this is a recussing thing like it appears to be the person should know they're goign to need to extra vacation days and should save them.
I understand the office politics thing, but as you can probably tell about me, I've never really been the type to succumb to peer pressure. I thrive on adversity, but I feel for you.
Have you made a decision yet?
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (20 posts) at 12:35 PM
Tough love. I can understand doing it in an extreme situation, such as someone having cancer or a very, very ill child, but in this case it seems a bit much to ask. I have worked with people like that as well, who always seem to have some sort of big problem and who expect a lot of *help* from everyone. I've had to take unpaid days off of work but never thought to ask someone else to give me their vacation time. That seems like something OTHER people would decide to donate to you, not something you ASK for.
What are other people at your office saying about this? I would think that quite a few people would be bothered by it. I think it is perfectly reasonable to state the you are saving your vacation days in case YOU have an emergency.
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 12:41 PM
My gut feeling is that he/she is a user and will continue to do so till someone says no. On the other hand, if people are going to know that you didn't help out, would it be horrible for you? My gut says don't do it. But, I'm a total wuss and probably would!
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (25 posts) at 12:46 PM
Wow this is really a management issue, I too have problems with animosity building towards coworkers who 'work' the system, while the rest of us slave away. Last year, a co-worker of mine's daughter passed away unexpectedly, we were all overwhelmed and willing to give up all we the sick/vacation time we had so that she could be with her family during the crisis. In this scenario, I would NOT offer up my time.
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 01:12 PM
Thank you all so much for the input. I have decided to hold my ground this time and will not be contributing any longer to this person. I'm absolutely certain others will follow my lead, as I know they feel the same way. Hopefully we can help this person learn to take responsibility for himself and his actions.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2062 posts) at 01:30 PM
Just when you think you've heard it all...
I can't believe there are not others in your company that feel the same as you; with 100's of them I bet you're not alone. This was pretty nervy if you ask me and almost laughable. Stand your ground JMO.
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (115 posts) at 01:34 PM
Wendy, I don't know if you have a family of your own or not but if you do then your first priority is them, NOT a co-worker. You need to save the time for you and them. If this is an elected surgery then by all means you have NO obligation. Although you shouldn't have an obligation even if it's an emergency. What you do with your vacation is your choice because you have earned it!! Good luck and definatly stand your ground. If not for yourself do it for your family!
Shelly=)
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 01:44 PM
you probably already know this but when stating your decision, state it in terms of yourself, and not because the other person abuses it, etc.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (583 posts) at 01:57 PM
Interesting opinions here.
When you give a gift....you give it regardless of the circumstances. Not because of coersion (did I spell that right ;) If you WANT to give up your time, then give it. If you have reservations about it, then don't.
We are asked all the time to donate various things at my workplace. I just don't give unless I feel the need or want to do it. I don't care if management is pset with this....it isn't money out of their pocket. And vacation time IS money out of your pocket.
If you want hand over a days worth of pay or weeks (whatever) then don't hand over your vacation time.
Do want you feel is right for you and be done with it.
Good luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 01:59 PM
No , you are not :)
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 02:48 PM
Don't feel bad...that is your time, you earned it and it sounds like this person is totally taking advantage...her employer needs to be the one to work with her on the time off and recieving pay....not other hard working moms and dads that may need the time in the future for their own personal reasons. You're a very good person who would do just about anything for anyone....but you are smart and you know when you are being taken advantage of!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (945 posts) at 02:56 PM
I wouldn't give up time that I had earned. And if you get any slack about it, that's against HR rules.
They could get in big trouble for making things hard on you if you don't contribute.
I'd say, don't contribute if you don't want to. If you get slack about it, call a lawyer. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (491 posts) at 03:06 PM
Look at it this way Wendy...you'll be giving up some of your Tennessee trip Days!! ARRGGHHH!!!! Ya know ya cant do that Girly..so pass on it.
Seriously, I had to deal with the exact same situation at the jail for 10 years and it was always the same 2 or 3 people asking for the time off. (After burning up all of their own time for fun days and just "because".) I refused to give it up...and Im glad your passing on this guy.
Guess we can be scrooges together :)
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 03:23 PM
I am actually very surprised that the higher ups are even suggesting this to other workers! I think it is ridiculous to ask this of you. It would be a different situation if you offered it because they are a friend, etc., but to be asked to do this is just completely out of line in my opinion. Don't get me wrong, I am all for helping others - so much so that sometimes my husband gets a little po'd - but if this is a recurring theme, this person needs to find help in other ways and not continually rely on the support of the co-workers.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kathcandu (186 posts) at 03:37 PM
It's strange that the company would disseminate the memo, rather than allowing the employee to borrow vacation time from the upcoming year.
Do you all not have short-term disability? There usually is only a two-week period until it kicks in, although they might not get paid for longer. Still, they would at least get some portion, and maybe not everyone would have to donate.
When would they say they had enough? If everyone of the 100's donated, how would they determine whose time to use? Someone might not get better so quick if he knew he had someone else's time to play with.
I am all about taking care of our co-workers in dire times of need. This doesn't sound like one of those.
I never understood vacation sharing anyway. I mean, in a rare emergency, yes. However, I am compensated differently than anyone else. So if I gave my free day to someone who makes less than I do, then the company makes money off my generosity. This sounds like it could be your situation too.
Of course there are the people who may contribute that make less than that person, but it just doesn't seem right they even put co-workers in this position.
This is a tough one. Maybe you could suggest lending your days. That way, he would have to credit back once his bank was full again?
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 04:10 PM
I don't think you are a scrooge, I wouldn't give any days if I were you. You worked hard for them and earned them. Maybe if it was the first time and didn't seem like an occurance. Don't worry about what others say or think unless it is going to have a negative impact on your job. You have to do what you feel is right.
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (314 posts) at 04:43 PM
I would not give up your time and I would not feel guilty about it. I can't believe a company would allow this sort of vacation sharing policy. It sounds like a big employee relations nightmare to me. Employers have things like short term disability, sick days, FMLA and if needed long term disability to deal with these types of things. It should never become another employees' perceived obligation. What really needs to happen is the management has to manage this employees' time off more effectively and according to state and federal laws. It gets very technical at this point, so I won't go in to gory details, but it is your company's fault for letting this go on. I would just wonder if your company is doing this for every employee who's had a bout of bad luck, I highly doubt it. Keep your vacation for yourself and offer no excuses.
Body for Life Forum Message by annie1104 (265 posts) at 04:50 PM
We are not allowed to do that and I think this is exactly the reason why. I would not give up my time. It is something that I have earned and need. Your co-worker should plan for the unexpected just like everyone else.
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (129 posts) at 07:58 PM
This has NOTHING to do with Scroogeness. Trust me. I'm all about Christmas and holiday giving.
Here's my question- has that worker ever returned the borrowed time or donated time to others?
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (167 posts) at 01:18 PM
Ok, I donated money to Julie's site for her transplant. I got the BFL bracelet in the mail yesterday. I just sat on the bed crying as I looked at it. This bracelet was going to be a gift for someone. She is starting BFL. But I'm wearing it now. I don't want to give it up. When I look down I think of Julie. I will never ever forget her no matter what but I can't seem to let go of this bracelet.
I was having a rough morning thinking about her and I looked down and saw the words "Live It!" It made me smile. I was able to pick up and go with a smile.
Am I wrong for keeping it for myself?
God bless you Julie.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 01:23 PM
oh, Julie, I can't tell you what to do. I think you'll have to figure this one out for yourself.
But, I don't think there's a right or wrong answer.......I think you should go with your heart.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2062 posts) at 01:24 PM
NO - not at all. I'm guessing but I think the bracelet means far more to you than the person who is just starting. Can you get another?
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 01:26 PM
I don't think you're wrong. I think you need to keep it. It means a lot more now than just a nice gift to a friend. Really, you have no reason to feel bad about keeping it.
Jacqui x
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (115 posts) at 01:27 PM
Honestly Julie if it helps you keep going then i would keep it. Your friend will be more encouraged by your example and excitement then by the bracelet. She will not share the same meaning that that bracelet has brought you so I would give her something else even if it's just your support. That will mean far more to her in the long run just as that bracelet means a lot to you because of the support Julie Whitt has given you. God bless you and I know you will make the right decision...like agent said, you can't go wrong here.
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 01:31 PM
Julie, you have three really great suggestions here.
Do what your heart tells you.
you'll be in my thoughts in the next days.......as will all of you.
Body for Life Forum Message by Larry (132 posts) at 01:42 PM
Blondie, I am touched.
Keep the bracelet. I know Julie would want you to have it.
I'll send you another one to use as a gift to your friend.
I sent you a PM so check your Tracker mail. Bless you.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (167 posts) at 01:59 PM
I'm sorry its Dawn. I was just writing whats on my mind. and I was thinking to Julie Whitt.
God Bless Julie Whitt.
Sorry about that.
Thank you all for your advice.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 02:00 PM
Larry resolved this issue :)
Thanks Larry,
I was gonna say if you told the friend, you should give it, but if not keep it for yourself- a moot point now, lol
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 02:56 PM
I am getting mine soon (hopefully) and it has taken on a whole new meaning to me....it meant a lot before to support her, but now its just different.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (167 posts) at 03:15 PM
You are so right Mellie. It does have a whole different meaning. I love Julie like a sister.
As I did LBWO this morning. My heart was not in to it. But as I was doing situps with a medicine ball in front My eye caught the bracelet and It made me push harder thinking of Julie.
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (121 posts) at 03:31 PM
Keep that one for yourself and go buy another of the "Believe Achieve Inspire" ones. I'm sure the Whitts will continue to need the financial support for some time to come. You'll be helping them, your friend and yourself, by keeping the one that means so much to you!!!
Hugs,
Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 03:13 PM
This morning when I was getting dressed, I sat down and put my shoes on, stood up, and thought "how weird, I forgot to zip up and button my jeans" because they were falling off!
Then I looked and I had! They are just so big that I can take them off zipped and buttoned! I only have one more week until this first challenge is over and I couldn't be more excited! I love this program!
Here's to BFL....here's to Life! Celebrate your successes!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 03:20 PM
owwwww, doesn't that make you feel soooo good.
I'm in the same spot, 8's too big BUT 6's too small
I hate being between sizes........ofcourse, if I keep eating these holiday goodies the 8's will fit again (all in all that's not a terrible thing)
and on Jan 2nd.......watch out those first 5 lbs. are gonna just melt off
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 03:21 PM
They are falling off? Oh my......uh, do you.. never mind..:):)
Way to GO!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (205 posts) at 03:25 PM
Thats awesome mellie!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 04:57 PM
What an AWESOME feeling that is!!! You are definitely doing something right and should be very proud of yourself!!! GREAT JOB!!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 05:06 PM
Great Job!!!! It is such a great feeling aint it? I am actually cleaning the house in a pair of my way to big size 8's LOL and I plan on keeping it that way teeehehehee.
Congrats!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 05:26 PM
That's wonderful Mellie!!! You're doing a great job!!! Congrats on your success!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 05:41 PM
Wow! Your hard work is definately paying off!!! You must feel so good!!! I'm excited for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (214 posts) at 05:46 PM
Nice work!!! What a great feeling.
Body for Life Forum Message by mojo (37 posts) at 05:49 PM
Wooooo-hooooo! Keep up the good work.
Malissa
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:54 PM
...that I'm very, very happy you're all here!
There are some things that friends, family or spouses just don't understand and it's nice to have a place to come to where others are on the same wavelength.
Of course, my wavelength is slightly off from everybody else's, but similar nonetheless! :-D
I've been seeking motivation to get things really going because I was off with a hurt back and have been worried about injuring it and feeling a bit down, but you have all lifted my spirits and now I'm excited again!
My first challenge was a whirlwind! I was living BFL! I want to do that again...to try to make it second nature.
Also, considering the loss everybody has just experienced with Julie, there are just no more excuses!!
So, I'm signing up for the Torch challenge on January 2, but already started shifting into high gear!
Let's get our freak on!!
Everybody, let your freak flags fly!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:59 PM
Wohoooo we are happy you are here! And I think we both have that same dynamic personality hahaha oh no your wavelength is not off it's all the others that are "off" hehehehe. I have fun with it what can I say. ;-)
Your gonna do great Challenge 2! Let's do it! Wohooo!
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (430 posts) at 07:00 PM
I'm with ya on gettin' my freak on but I lost my freak flags sometime around 8 weeks.
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 07:04 PM
LOL!! You guys are the best!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 07:13 PM
HEy Connie. I will be starting a challenge on 1/2 also. And am working on cleaning the eating up this week as well. WOooooohooooo.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 07:13 PM
HEy Connie. I will be starting a challenge on 1/2 also. And am working on cleaning the eating up this week as well. WOooooohooooo.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 07:56 PM
Way To Go Connie!!!! You're going to do an awesome job!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 08:11 PM
Amen Sista!
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (1001 posts) at 09:01 PM
Connie, I love you girl, you have an incredible spirit, and enthusiasm that is contageous...I am with you, lets get our freaks on, and burn that torch like never before...January 2nd baby!!
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (56 posts) at 11:27 AM
Would you say that one needs to cut the recipes in half if your intention is weight loss? I just bought 4 books, one for me and 3 gifts. I don't want my pals to be discouraged if I've just handed them recipes that they can't enjoy if they want to lose weight.
Is it more than just cutting down the portions? Some things just not BFL approved in the recipes? I bought them the journals, the BFL book and the EFL book for Christmas. Now I'm worried that I am going to mess with their minds.
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 10:09 AM
This morning was the first time in my life that I poured my Kashi Go Lean into the bowl without using a measuring cup! It seems like my entire life I have weighed and measured everything I put in my mouth. Even when I binge I know exactly how many calories I've had.
I actually think that all of this calorie counting has done me more harm than good. I would add things in which were not part of my meal plan and then cut back on my next meal, which would then maybe trigger feelings of deprivation and then a binge would follow. I could literally spend hours on my calculator tallying weekly totals, monthly totals etc. Yes I have a problem! I would also continually search for that 'perfect' number, but my plan would change daily because of all of the differing opinions out there.
As from today I decided to take a huge leap of faith and follow the plan using portions and not calories. If I eat the right foods in the right portions I can NOT go wrong. One meal at a time I am building my BODY FOR LIFE!!!
Thanks for listening :)
Jacqui
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (56 posts) at 11:36 AM
Good for you Jacqui. The palm of your hand is all you need. Trust it and enjoy setting yourself free!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 01:37 PM
Thanks Framed! Yes, 'setting myself free' is the perfect way to describe it!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 04:17 PM
I have always preached portions not calories. This screwed me up too many times in the past now I am having the most success just the way its stated in the book.
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (121 posts) at 04:22 PM
Good for you!!! What a great realization and commitment!! ~Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 05:54 PM
Thanks so much for the encouragement ocpanther and Ang!
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (56 posts) at 11:20 AM
I've been experimenting with those 6 egg whites and 1/2 cup of oats. I have found that you do not need the 1/2 tsp. pancake mix. Doesn't really add much. The key is to blend the 6 egg whites with the 1/2 cup of oats till really smooth. Then I add lemon and orange zest. Zest adds so much flavor. I throw a strawberry or two in there or maybe one section of orange. I fry it up in an omlete pan as one giant pancake. You do not need jam or sugar free anything to make this tasty. The zest makes it have nice fruity flavor. Enjoy.
And the best thing about this...My kids love them. No syrup, no jam, no junk. I get 6 egg whites in their bodies to start the day. Yay!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 11:36 AM
Ok maybe I need to re-read the recipe but I never noticed that 1/2 tsp. of pancake mix LOL.....
Hmmm seeing as I don't eat them right now I could make these for my mini-me small fry. He would love them.... I am gonna try it thanks for sharing. Mmmmmmm
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 06:18 PM
Great idea about the zest! I'm going to try that out. Sounds yummy!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 11:40 AM
This was an e-mail I received from my mom! I swear it is so flippin funny but oooohhhhh so true LMAO enjoy all my fitness friends!
1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet
table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact, if you see carrots,
leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls.
2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. Like fine single-malt
scotch, it's rare. In fact, it's even rarer than single-malt scotch. You
can't find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that
it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn
into an eggnog-aholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for
me. Have two. It's later than you think. It's Christmas!
3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of
gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your
mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.
4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or
whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car
with an automatic transmission.
5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control
your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other
people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello?
6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New
Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This
is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet
table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.
7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like
frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself
near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the
center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave
them behind, you're never going to see them again.
8. Same for pies. Apple. Pumpkin. Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or,
if you don't like mincemeat, have two slices of apple and one pumpkin.
Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert?
Labor Day?
9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the
mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some
standards.
10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party
or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention.
11. Reread above tips; start over, but hurry, January is just around the
corner.
Remember this motto to live by: "Life should NOT be a journey to the
grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well
preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand,
martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and
screamim~ "WOO HOO what a ride!"
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 04:04 PM
ROTFLMAO!!!! What a motto!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 04:15 PM
Thats priceless!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 04:24 PM
That was so funny! I got great visuals! I'm going to print and share that one!
Thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 04:30 PM
Hahahaa my visual of the egg nog was someone head down in the bowl lapping it up and yes that person was me LMAO ...... hey a girl can dream right!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 04:32 PM
This WAS me:
"position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention"...I pictured myself standing near White Mice Cookies and my eyes shifting around the room to see if anyone noticed how many I was eating! Too funny!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 05:31 PM
I Love It!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 05:47 PM
This is great! Almost too true!!! :) I like the fruit cake comment-had to laugh out loud at that one!!! I've still got a smile on my face!
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (314 posts) at 06:45 PM
Awesome!!! So glad you're back T!
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (351 posts) at 09:42 AM
I try to do drop sets also, like ocpanther65 suggests.If I can only get 6 reps with 20 lbs I drop the weight 2.5 lbs and try to get the last 6 reps out. Of course this is extremely easy when you have multiple dumbbells or selectech dumbbells.
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (177 posts) at 12:43 PM
OMG...lol. I've really been working on the ab stuff....today when I cough...it hurts! YAY!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 01:25 PM
well, you know your doing it right, huh?
keep thinking to yourself "washboard abs, washboard abs"
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (177 posts) at 06:28 PM
oh that day will be sweet!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 09:30 AM
Wall sits will kill ya! simply put your back against a wall, have feet hip width apart, and knees at a 90 degree angle...like you are sitting in a chair...hold it as long as you possibly can...you should start to shake~~~~~~
Body for Life Forum Message by zooman (351 posts) at 09:34 AM
Sumo squats are pretty effective. Place your feet about shoulder width apart.Take a set of dumbbells and hold them in the up and down position, grasping the plate, not the bar. Keeping back straight and looking forward squat down until the dumbbell bar hits the ground, hold for a sec and come back up to position.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:03 AM
You can sit on a bench with a large/heavy dumbbell fitted tightly between your feet, lean back (but not too far) and extend your feet towards the ceiling. Not only does it work your quads but your back and lower abs, too. Hope this helps!
Body for Life Forum Message by debbierossi (6 posts) at 03:55 AM
bump
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 06:30 AM
Bump this thread to the top. Don't forget to register and submit your $20 to MsFit. Also your photo must have a newspaper in it to verify the date.
C'mon....LETS DO THIS!!!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (353 posts) at 06:55 AM
Stef...I am in. Thanks so much for this!! I just paid my $20 and will be entering Jan. 1st, as well as competing in the Couples BFL Challenge (my 4th Challenge) with my new husband!! I am so ready to kick some ass!! Kana
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:20 AM
I'm definitely thinking about this. It may be January 1 before I decide though. :D
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 07:24 AM
Oh, this is cool....the MELTDOWN and a friendly little couples challenge comptition with Kana.....Funnnnnnn!!!!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (891 posts) at 07:41 AM
Oh yeah, Stef you know I am so in!! My dad heard about it (and the $$ he could win;) and he is signing up too! We are totally stoked!
Wow, you are going to single-handedly double the pot with all this support you are rounding up, wooo HOOOOOOO!!!
I'm hitting it hard, pure BFL on Jan 2!
Janel
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (323 posts) at 08:19 AM
I am thinking about it can not decide I will let you know.
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (1001 posts) at 08:21 AM
Oh yea baby...I am soooo in...or as Bull would say...I am ALL-IN!! Apparently I am sooo copying Stef and Kana, cause I am also doing the couples challenge ala BFL, and ms. Fit challenge...Kana, we are gonna be lookin hot, hot, hot for Phat Camp...
Hugs
Christie
who else is in...
Body for Life Forum Message by scotfarcus (9 posts) at 09:20 AM
I'm in! Competition is a great motivator!
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 09:36 AM
I'm sitting back with Bubblebutt thinking about this. I have so much travel coming up in the New Year (Florida, Seattle, Denver (hopefully), Phoenix --- that's just January's travel. So many excuses...can you hear me waffling....can ya???
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 09:47 AM
Count me in, it'll be good to do two challenges in one, even more accountability!! :) I'll hop on the website tonight to sign up. :)
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 10:58 AM
OMG! We are gonna Rock MsFit's Meltdown!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (353 posts) at 12:28 PM
Wow, Stef, are you getting some points or a head start for getting us all to join you :) This will be awesome to share with everyone!!
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (205 posts) at 02:30 PM
I signed up and started on the 18th!
Body for Life Forum Message by LOVE4KIDS (30 posts) at 03:11 PM
Count me in. Karyn
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 03:13 PM
I'd love to join you Stef...
-- but I'm worried about being "included" if I'm up here in Canada...Not that I'm bitter.. just a bit warry..You see- I never did see my prize package from the Tracker challenge with the rest of the HAMMERTIME crew back in June...a bit disheartening
Ya Know.....
Love Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2085 posts) at 04:33 PM
I signed up and also started on the 18th. Lala do you want my gym bag? I have plenty.... Send me your address and I will mail it to you!
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (205 posts) at 04:53 PM
Hey Lala I'm sure us Canadians won't be left out of this one!:)
Body for Life Forum Message by averismommy (218 posts) at 06:35 PM
I WISH I could do this challenge with you Stef. I'm definitely going to get in on the next one though because I have some new goals and they all involve putting on mucho musculos!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 11:34 PM
Udenia .. I only want the bag if you & Cameron bring it in person & stay for a while!!
I know-- a trip to Canada even out to our beautiful BC is not in your plans right this sec... but the offer stands !
Just give me time to set up the beds.. & find the right lego!!
Leogirl... I belive you might have it right -- us Canadians might just have a go at this!!
lets GO!!! ;)
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (643 posts) at 11:41 PM
Great message to share! Thanks!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (310 posts) at 11:48 PM
I get some ediets newsletters too. Although they are not as advanced as this BFL lifestyle, I find alot of the information motivating or helpful. Thank you for sharing!
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (643 posts) at 11:40 PM
Great post Indy! Just the boost I need right now!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (310 posts) at 11:46 PM
Way to be Indy - its all about choices!
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (129 posts) at 05:38 AM
And best of all *drumroll* I NAILED the stuffing out of my nutrition yesterday!
Yeeeeeeeehawww!.
I work holiday retail and since Friday it's been insane. No lunch breaks, and my timing was getting blown to heck and back. So I missed meals, then overate next meal. After tweaking all weekend, trying to come up with a solution that worked, I ended up going with a "lunch" style breakfast, two MRBs and a shake.
The bars did it. I apparently needed something easier to nibble on as I walked back and forth on Ye Olde Sales floor. I could jam the bar into my pocket and voila!
Guys, remember you don't have to be perfect. You just have to learn to overcome resistance.
Afterall, that's what weightlifting is all about right?
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (353 posts) at 06:58 AM
blemt, way to go on NAILING IT!! YES, I think that will be my new motto! For the past few days, I have been NAILING IT..hit 10's in my cardio, abs, and upper and lower body workouts. Julie is there, on my shoulder, pushing me. How could I ever have an excuse to not exercise after she has pushed herself so far?? Thanks, again!
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 10:35 AM
No excuses. No reasons. No workouts. :( Took a 1 week break between challenges and now it's 2 1/2 weeks later. Don't know why.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1522 posts) at 12:16 AM
let's hear it for team #2. I want to see some ENTHUSIASM people :)~
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 09:43 AM
Team 3, lets kick some tracker a@#!
Body for Life Forum Message by J Parker (60 posts) at 09:48 AM
Go Team 6#!!!!! We are going to be The #1 Team when all is said and done!!!!
Team 6 members - Email me at jparker@garnet.acns.fsu.edu or PM me with your email if you havent already done so.
Start thinking about a name also.
Janice
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (10 posts) at 09:53 AM
how do i get on a team i want to play!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 10:05 AM
i thought i was going to be on team #2
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:33 AM
amod...this thread was created before we added you yesterday....no worries you are on team #2
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 10:36 AM
Excellent (said like Montgomery Burns in a devious voice while rubbing my habds together). I can't wait to take you guys down.
What happens to the losers?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:37 AM
We all win, dontcha think? There are no losers in BFL
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (115 posts) at 10:48 AM
Well hey there team #2!!!! We are gonna rock!! I'm doin' this one for Julie and myself of course;)!!
And amodellawyer- don't worry about what happens to the losers cause WE ARE GONNA WIN!!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1522 posts) at 12:28 AM
I'm in with the rest of you.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:30 AM
What a fantastic idea, Rod.
Body for Life Forum Message by sasyz250 (3 posts) at 03:39 PM
That's a great idea!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by debbierossi (6 posts) at 03:53 AM
first time i heard of julie was thru another tracker member who is also an australian champion
when the BFL champions were announced I saw the lists, and read about most of the champions, Mariah Yu and Michelle lee and Rena Reece stood out... I remember just skimming thru the inspirational champion, until Kerry who is a tracker member alerted me to her profile.
she said she was alerted because she was curious about the plug in her chest.. I remember saying "what plug?". All she said was.. Here is a link to Julie's profile.. have some tissues ready and read.
Boy was she right.. I was amazed at reading her story, and wrote to Julie straight away. Since that first time, Julie and I emailed each other a few times, She was very keen to have her story heard in Australia, so I did a mini interview with her and posted her pictures and story on my website and sent a link to everyone on my database, about 400 people.
It wasnt long before a lot of BFL'ers in Australia got to hear about Julie's story. I feel honoured and blessed that I made a connection with Julie in the short time that I have known her.
yesterday, I grieved a lot for an amazing woman. Today, I rejoiced in her life, and I am grateful for the inspiration that she will provide me as I start my next challenge in her memory. Julie has given me a wonderful gift.. in fact, to all of us about to dedicate our 2006 challenge to her
Anyone else care to share ?
debbie
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (76 posts) at 05:11 AM
I first heard about Julie when I saw her on the BFL website as an inspirational champion and I could see from the write-up that she had done multiple BFL challenges. But I had absolutely no idea of the life challenges she was facing throughout them until I came onto tracker a few months ago and learned so much more about her.
The way she lived her life was a true inspiration and I know that her amazing strength and spirit will continue to inspire everyone who know her and all those yet to hear her story.
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Fit (356 posts) at 06:49 AM
I first learned of Julie through the BFL site. She hadn’t been named 2004 Inspirational Champion yet, but she had won one of the “jumpstart” awards. I saw her again when they posted the 2004 Champions and thought she was so adorable in the surprise photos with Porter… and so teeny, tiny. But I didn’t learn the details of her story until I found tracker and read her story on the Current Profile of the Month. Wow. It really touched my heart. Then I’d see her post to the BFL Insider’s Blog at bfl.com and somehow I found her personal blog site. I read through the entire thing, going all the way back to March 2005 and was just amazed with this woman. Through her writing, I came to “know” her sense of humor, her incredible love for her family and her faith, her goals, her triumphs, her setbacks, and of course, the details of her pending double lung transplant. I reread her entire blog yesterday morning before my workout and wept for this lovely woman that I’d never met, but feel like I know so well.
One adorable thing I noticed about Julie is when she poses for photos (whether BFL progress photos or random photos), she does this cute thing where she bends one knee and lifts one heel (I think it’s usually her left leg). Have any of you ever noticed that? Go through her blog and look through her photos – you’ll see it. I say we all post a “Julie pose” to our progress photos during our Julie Challenge.
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 10:50 AM
Thanks everyone! It's so nice to have all of your supportive feedback :)
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 10:54 AM
Oh my.. I actually have the opposite reaction actually. Okay, I have blown it for the day. So I then go all out over board. Hmmm so interesting to hear your perspective on it. I think This will have to be one of my goals for my next challenge. Thanks.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:00 AM
it's good to know I'm not the only one who has epiphanies while hanging over the bathroom sink.
OMG, 4000 cal. I'd just have to go lay down somewhere.
FREE DAY, FREE DAY
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (129 posts) at 04:43 AM
Dana, as a fuzzy child parent you have my thoughts and prayers. Nimitz and Tico send along purrs and scritches as well. So long as Rocky promises not to chase them around the animal hospital.
There's nothing in the world more pathetic looking that a sick child, either fuzzy or not.
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Fit (356 posts) at 09:03 AM
One of the many things I've learned from Julie, is to never stereotype someone belonging to a church called "Primitive Baptist." I know nothing about the primitive baptist faith, but I never would've guessed that someone of that faith would say "get your freak on" or quote the Austin Powers movies and Office Space...
Indeed, what a great spirit.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 09:13 AM
Linda, thank you for this posting, and on such a personal level.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (167 posts) at 09:23 AM
Linda, thanks for that post. I too tried when I read those words that dear dear julie pasted away. I cried all the way home on Monday. When I got into my car after hearing the news. Garth Brooks song came on the radio. I think the name of it is When we dance.
I almost had to pull the car over.
I learned from JULIE that you can do anything when you put your mind to it. and always believe in yourself. Life is short and live it to the fullest.
Thank you Julie for all that you gave us.
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (115 posts) at 09:50 AM
I think I cried all afternoon Monday and then part of Tuesday. I just wish for one moment that Julie could have danced with Matt. However God had plans for her life. She is one of the biggest inspirations I have ever known. How can we NOT better our lives because of her. Thank you God for giving us all the opportunity to know her! Even if it was for a short time, I will forever be changed!!
Thank you Linda for the post!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:16 AM
Thanks Linda! We DO only have today and it is precious. Thanks for reminding me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 10:36 AM
AMEN.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 05:37 PM
Thanks Linda!!!! That was beautiful!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 07:43 PM
Hey great JOB!!!!! That is awesome to hear!!! I know it is not easy esp. dealing with illness and sick kid. Hope he & you are feeling better!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 07:53 PM
Udenia, You did fantastic, especially considering you and your child were both sick!! I hope you both feel better real soon!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2085 posts) at 08:13 PM
CLEP exams completed and I will have to do my workout later on tonight, but that is ok, because earlier my body was screaming for a NAP and I took it... Still getting over this crud and hopefully my baby is done with it..take care everyone!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1522 posts) at 12:09 AM
looks like all the "old timers" are posting on this thread. Welcome back Jess. I'll be starting a challenge Jan 2nd as well.
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (1644 posts) at 03:20 AM
Wow, this is like old times. I feel all warm and fuzzy too. Could be the martinis tonight tho. Jess, you rock. xoxo
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 03:59 AM
Hey Jess!! So glad you're back!!
Love,
Persephone
Body for Life Forum Message by Romeo (15 posts) at 04:30 AM
Hey J-Dub, BFL was so incomplete without you, glad you are back. Fasten your seat belts as you are ready to take off for BFL journey! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:15 AM
Seat belt fastened! ;o)
Thank you, thank you, thank you for the warm welcome back. THIS is the Tracker I remember! A thread full of love and a bunch of encouraging PMs when I wake up.
Hey.... did you notice if you hold down the shift key for too long while typing PMs, it comes out PMS? That's a whole other thing....
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 07:19 AM
glad your back J-DUB.....hope it's for good.
Body for Life Forum Message by Tai-Kee (2356 posts) at 08:12 AM
*hugs the dubbers*
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 08:38 AM
glad to see you back
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (329 posts) at 09:40 AM
I sure missed reading your posts, Jess. Glad you're back!!
Body for Life Forum Message by junojen (44 posts) at 09:45 AM
DAMN! Looks like everyone missed you, Jess! Welcome back!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (945 posts) at 09:51 AM
So glad you are back girl! I'm starting my new challenge the same day as you, also dedicating it to Julie.
Yippie!!!
Danielle
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (767 posts) at 10:21 AM
Doin the happy dance! The happy dance!
Hey -- can you bring those smilies back, too? I MISS the smilies!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 10:33 AM
Welcome back J-DUB!!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 10:34 AM
Hahahahahahahaha Woooty woooooo!!!!! YEA it's a party!!!!! Welcome back!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 05:34 PM
Just for K:
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (184 posts) at 08:56 PM
Woohoo J-Dub! Thanks for coming back, nice to see a fellow member re-join! I wish u lots of luck!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 09:52 PM
Hi There Jess!!! Good to see ya back over here!!
Yay to the Tracker for 2006!!
here we come!!!!
Pamela*
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:28 AM
I'll have to check it out. I think it is new since I was last here.
Good to see you, by the way! ;O)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2087 posts) at 09:23 PM
LINNE!!! Welcome back girl. Its wonderful to see you. I wondered how you were doing :D
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (184 posts) at 02:27 AM
Hi everyone! Please forgive me for the length of this post!
I attempted this challenge back in March of 05 (i believe it was). Just having a baby in dec 04 by cesearean, it left me flabby!! I had a hard time adjusting to my new life, let alone a new workout....well, long story short, I lurked here for a few days, weeks, and so on, without ever saying goodbye to anyone! I was sooo ashamed and just couldnt face anyone on here. I hope you all remember me!
I heard about Julie, how sad. She will be sooo missed by everyone, even myself, only knowing her from this site.
Does anyone know what happened to Tracy Jeffries and ChubbyMcChubbs on this site? (self removed???) I noticed they were no longer on here. Thanks for any updates!
I will be starting my new program on Monday January 2, 2006 & I cant wait! (With my family & in-laws at Christmas time, I will be doomed for failure if I start now!!)
I will post new pictures (before) and get rid of the last ones. New year, new me! Wish me luck and I will be on here frequently for support. You all rock!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 03:53 AM
I remember you! And it's wonderful you're back. A very warm welcome again!
All the best,
Persephone
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 06:22 AM
I spoke to Tracy Jeffries on the phone the other day. She is doing well and busy getting ready for Christmas with her family. She wants to come back to Tracker after the holidays. She said she may create a new profile with pix in order to take her fitness "to a new level".
Chubby McChubbs removed herself several months ago when Tracker started going downhill (opinions of some, myself included). She blogs though. You can catch a link thru J-Dubs blog, I think!
Several of us are doing the MsFit Meltdown in conjunction with our BFL Challenge starting on Jan 2. I will be reviving a thread about it today. I just have to find the thread in my archives.
Welcome Back!!!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:17 AM
Welcome back! I just got back myself. :)
Yep, you can find Chubbs linked from my blog: mouthyredhead.blogspot.com. :D
I'm (re)starting my challenge January 2 too -- so we'll all rock this thing together!
xo Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 08:03 AM
Hi! Welcome back! I'm new here and log in daily-I think I'm an addict :)
Great to have you back! See you around the tracker!
Jacqui
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (323 posts) at 08:11 AM
Welcome back glad you returned.
Mari
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (1001 posts) at 08:17 AM
Woohoooooooo...welcome back, how could we forget ya...
Hugs
Christie
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 08:30 AM
Welcome back! Good to "see" you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 09:27 AM
I wasn't around then but welcome back anyway!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:41 PM
Welcome back! I wasn't even around back then, but cool that you're here now!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:42 PM
Wohoooo Welcome back!
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (169 posts) at 07:07 PM
Welcome back as well. Always glad to see someone come back to the team!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 07:45 PM
Welcome Back!!!! I wish you all the best!!! See you around the Tracker!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (184 posts) at 08:54 PM
WOW! such warm welcomes from everyone! Thanks so much, and I cant wait to catch up with everyone and rock this together! I am in the process of planning now! Have a great Christmas/Chanakuh, etc!
Luv,
karen
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (51 posts) at 06:26 AM
Feeling sorry for yourself, and your present condition, is not only a waste of energy but the worst habit you could possibly have.
- Dale Carnegie
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (51 posts) at 06:30 AM
I am going to be gone out of town for a couple of days, and will not be near a computer to post a motivational quote for Thursday, so I am posting it today. Therefore, make sure you come back on Thursday and re-read the quote, ha ha.....
Every day you waste is one you can never make up.
- George Allen, Former NFL Football Coach
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 07:18 AM
this is one of my favorites BY FAR
money/things; you can make more or buy more but your time can never be replaced, once it's gone, it gone forever.
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (121 posts) at 09:22 AM
excellent quote today!! thanks!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 06:59 AM
I have completed my 1st challenge! I have made some pretty good progress but not as good as it could have been. The next challenge 1/2/2006, I am focusing on getting below 10% BF AND taking better pictures. I look like I smoke crack in my pictures.
Body for Life Forum Message by lovetorun (82 posts) at 07:01 AM
Great progress!!
Congratulations on finishing your 12 weeks.
I think there will be a lot of 1/2/2006 challenge starts including myself!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 07:23 AM
Oh wow!! Awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 07:27 AM
Norm, you've done very well in your challenge......we can tell you worked hard.
I hope your in on the 4 week challenge that starts Jan 2nd (day one of challenge 2 for me).
If not, and you would like to be ..... send a PM to crone and she'll take care of it.
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 07:31 AM
Hey, thanks for the comments!
You guys/gals really had a big part in helping me finish strong!
As for the mini challenge,I believe I am on team 3.
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (76 posts) at 07:38 AM
Congratulation and well done!! You're looking great!!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 07:51 AM
Wow Norm! What a transformation! You look GREAT!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (617 posts) at 07:58 AM
You look awesome! Your abs are poppin right out. Great Christmas present to yourself ;)
Urs
PS while lookin at your pics I didn't catch the crackhead vibe at all lol... You look great.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 08:04 AM
Ursula.....I think he leans more towards the pothead persona ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 08:21 AM
You guys are great!!! And funny!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 08:45 AM
You did a great job! You should be really proud of yourself!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by scotfarcus (9 posts) at 09:00 AM
Hey nice job!! You look Fabo!
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (177 posts) at 09:07 AM
Wow Norm! What a change! I hope you're really proud of yourself! You look great!
Body for Life Forum Message by J Parker (60 posts) at 09:19 AM
You look great Norm. You can tell you worked hard.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 09:23 AM
Awesome transformation Norm. Wow! You look great! I'm so excited for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 09:25 AM
Your comments and support is very much appreciated! I hope and pray that you all have a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!
Body for Life Forum Message by Joe (a.k.a. Onyx) (87 posts) at 09:29 AM
Good Job Norm. Keep up the good work!
Joe
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (177 posts) at 09:33 AM
Bet you LOVED your Christmas present to yourself huh? A new body and new attitude... very inspiring indeed :)
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 09:49 AM
wow! you did really great!! Way to go!!
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 09:56 AM
Congrats Norm,
Ya done good! Lookin' forward to C2
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:05 AM
WOW!! Can anyone say transformation! Where did your stomach go? Congratulations! Great job, can't wait to see what C2 will bring you!
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (169 posts) at 10:23 AM
Great job on your transformation...you look terrific!! The only advice I can give you on not looking like you're on crack is to look directly into the camera and cheese it. Your eyes look like the are trying to look anywhere but directly in the lens. Try that I'm you should be a lot happier with those results. Again great job with your transformation!!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 10:25 AM
Thanks havlow, I'll try that. I do tend to look away from the camera. I need to say cheese or something other than the mush mouth look. I do have a full set of straight teeth.
Body for Life Forum Message by Marijayde (257 posts) at 10:27 AM
Congrats on finishing! You look great!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 10:29 AM
You look awesome! Can't wait to see the results of the NEXT challenge!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by 3D (48 posts) at 10:32 AM
Norm! You look great!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep it up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Fit (356 posts) at 11:55 AM
NOOOOOORRRRRMMMMM!!!!
Congratulations on your super results! You look GREAT! Like a new man. I bet you can't wait to see your brother again. He won't believe the changes in you!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 12:27 PM
Wohoooo! Great results! Yea I would say there is some def. differences from week 0 to week 12! Way to go! Great job! Congrats on finishing your first challenge!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (195 posts) at 02:33 PM
Miss Fit, believe me I cannot wait till I see my brother this summer. I'm eager to hear his comments this time around!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (103 posts) at 03:36 PM
Norm, awesome work!
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (205 posts) at 04:05 PM
You look great! It is obvious that you put the time and effort into this!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 05:35 PM
WOW!!! Norm, Awesome results!!!!! You look fantastic!!! All your hard work has paid off!!! Congrats on your great success!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 06:00 PM
WoW! You clearly worked hard this last 12 weeks, what a transformation! Way to go... can't wait to see what you do in the next 12!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:30 PM
Norm, you look absolutely fantastic!! It looks like smiling is now an option for you! :-D
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 08:21 AM
I was wondering if anyone else limps around, has trouble sitting and just looks funny after a good lunge day. Ouch this hurts. But yet it feels so good.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (44 posts) at 08:24 AM
Yeah! I hate lunges... But they do work great!
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 08:32 AM
yep....but I love lunges.....kinda like cardio
people say I'm weird.....they could be right
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 08:52 AM
Well I love doing legs also and I say I'm weird.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 09:14 AM
well, then, those of us who actually ENJOY leg workouts and cardio need to make a club ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 09:23 AM
Add me to the list! I still can't sit or stand with out pain from my leg workout Monday and cardio session yesterday...and I LOVE it...I love the pain! Makes me feel alive!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 08:28 AM
"When your vision is powerful enough, everything else falls into place: how you live your life, your workouts, what friends you choose to hang out with, how you eat, what you do for fun. Vision is purpose, and when your purpose is clear so are your life choices. Vision creates faith and faith creates willpower. With faith there is no anxiety, no doubt - just absolute confidence."
- Arnold Schwarzenegger
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 08:46 AM
WOW aweseome post. thanks for sharing.
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (117 posts) at 09:14 AM
And people wonder why Arnold is successful. I remember him saying he got into bodybuilding to become an actor. When Arnold says he's going to do something, you can bank it!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 03:41 PM
True that nutz (that kind of sounded funny). I think if you believe something enough and put hard work into it that you can make it happen.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 03:44 PM
I always knew I liked the "guvernator"
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 04:32 PM
Oh yes that is one of my favorites!
Was that from the book or from Pumping Iron? I can't remember but I remember hearing or reading it and loving it!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 05:30 PM
Excellent!!!! Thanks!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:43 AM
I'm with you on this...don't suck up and tell me what you think I want to hear...tell me the TRUTH good or bad! When my boyfriend trains me and tells me I can't do something, that I am not ready to progress to that level, it fuels me it makes me try even harder and PROVE I can do it!
Another example of comments that help me, today the co-worker says "Come on, its the holidays...live a little" referring to the cookies brought in....that only makes me want it less to prove that holidays or no holidays I am committed to my program and I will prove it to him!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 10:41 AM
I am the type of person that needs brutal honesty with my progress. I need that "tough love" type of talk. I need people to kick me in the rear and tell me that it is not gonna happen on its own. I need feedback that is critical and honest.....not the sugar coated, "tell people what they want to hear" stuff. So, if i ever ask for your feedback or comments....LET ME HAVE IT! It motivates me!
Now, if I am doing awesome, you can tell me that too...LOL!
How about you??? What kind of feedback or comments help you??
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:47 AM
I just typed a whole reponse, hit post quickly and it disappeared!!!! Agghh...so here we go again!
I really react to critical honest feedback it drives me to do better....I don't want people to just tell me what I want to hear!
Comments that help me..example...
This morning the coworker says "Go ahead live a little, its the holidays" referring to the cookies brought in, all that did was make me want them less and prove to him how dedicated I am to my program, holidays or no holidays, I'm not looking for excuses! I work to hard to eat the damn things anyway!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 10:56 AM
I don't want people to say "Stef, you look awesome and don't need to change a thing". I would rather someone say "yes, you still need to work on that massive ass of yours...do you hear a beeping sound when you back up???" That motivates me even more.
Someone once told me in a rather RUDE way, that I had fat legs....that motivated the heck out of me and I ended up losing 40 pounds (this was about 15 years ago).
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 11:04 AM
LOL on the beeper! One of the reasons I started this program again was my mother who has ALWAYS been overweight...flat out obese...has been losing weight, a lot of it, for NO REASON over the last few years and we were at lunch and I was eating healthy and she was pushing brownies on me and I refused, she asked why and I told her I need to get my weight under control, she asked how much I weighed, I told her and she got this HUGE smile on her face ( I wanted to slap her) and laughs saying she weighs less than me! I was like "Oh Hell NO!" and that was that! Funny how peoples meaness gets us going!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:05 AM
now, Steffie, I don't know that if someone had told me I needed to work on my massive ass that the first thing I would have done was knocked the crap outta them.......then gotten motivated
;) but, I understand what your saying.
I hate the people that (when I was 180-200 lbs.) that "I looked fine, just the way I was"...........yeah, right, and what rose colored glasses are you looking thru?
I feel that you can be honest, in a tactful way.
That's motivational.
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 11:11 AM
Aha, A-69, that is the KEY. Be honest, but in a tactful and respectful way.
If someone is downright nasty when they tell me I don't look good, yeah it motivates, but it is revenge motivation. I would rather have positive motivation. So, I want honest criticism, but done nicely, if that makes sense. Also, I get very motivated if someone notices a change..rewards for my hard work will yield more motivation to keep going a lot of the time!
N
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:17 AM
goingforbuff........are we on the same team?
because, we're on the same page!
You go girl.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 11:30 AM
Well, let's see ..... yea tough love motivates me like my workout partner and her husband (trainer/NPC judge) saying you have a lot of work to do and a lot of muscle to put on.
Hard to take? Hell YEA! Motivating? YES. Pissed me off? Yes.
Mission accomplished. Telling me if I don't follow through on diet and follow the program 110% they will quit helping me and won't have anything to do with me ..... Holy hell very motivating. I am flying the straight and narrow.
Now that was very constructive to me the way I was handled the past few days. Not wtf are you thinking to enter a competition? Just the plain honest truth. It's gonna take work on your be-half. Can it be achieved YES! With work!
If you don't follow the diet and plans then don't waste my time attitude. Heck yea I have an incredible opportunity. My friends are helping me for nada. Out of the kindness of there hearts. I don't blame them why would you want to put time and energy into someone who did not do as you asked. I can totally respect that. Why do they treat me like this because they want to see me succeed.
I believe honesty is the only way to help someone. But honestly and constructively. No sweet talk, no harsh talk. Plain and simple black and white...... you want this .... this is what your gonna have to do. And it all boils down to working hard for it. Not easy to hear sometimes but it works.
Now if someone were to be harsh like 69 said heck yea I would do the same thing.... knock the poo poo out of them LOL when they came to I would really show them what I CAN do!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 11:40 AM
Honestly, I don't use/need comments from other people for motivation. For me, it all has to come from within.
I guess that's a good thing, because I don't get many comments! ;o)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 12:08 PM
I like it when my coworkers will make a comment "yeah, she goes to lunch really early because she always goes to the gym".
Keeps me accountable in an odd sort of way!
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 10:57 AM
I took this from Julie's Blog. I was a religious reader of her blog since she started it earlier this year. I never commented much on it because I was always left with so much thought after reading what she wrote. I remembered some of my favorite posts by her and believe me there are many so I just wanted to share some of my favorites. Because they are so helpful. I hope this is not a problem using them from her blog to put on here. ;-) I just thought her words of wisdom can help many. She really was a wise woman even if she thought she was not. She was so humble. Her words and thoughts are so inspirational. So please enjoy and read. This is one and I will post one more that I just loved and thought was excellent advice. This is the way I will always remember Julie Whitt......
It's About Time...
"Time is an equal opportunity employer. Each human being has exactly the same number of hours and minutes every day. Rich people can’t buy more hours. Scientists can’t invent new minutes. And you can’t save time to spend it on another day. Even so, time is amazingly fair and forgiving. No matter how much time you’ve wasted in the past, you still have an entire tomorrow. Success depends upon using it wisely—by planning and setting priorities." (Denis Waitely)
I sure am glad I have my trusty book of quotations here at my desk. I’m not highly intelligent like some of you amigos, so I often look to others for inspiration. Reading this quote about time really got me going. The clock is ticking. Life is passing. Are you living your best life? Can you sleep tonight without regrets of the day? That’s the true test for me—when I lay my head on my pillow to sleep and reflect on the day. I don’t have to ask myself if I did my best, because I can feel it in my gut. I love those nights when I feel good about what I accomplished that day. I rest easy knowing that I did the best I could. When I haven’t done my best, my conscience is so heavy. That’s when I ask God to forgive me for my mistakes and ask for help doing better tomorrow. I love tomorrow! No matter how much I’ve screwed up the past, tomorrow is right there! I challenge you to make the best of your tomorrows starting TODAY!
- Julie Whitt April 2005
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 11:11 AM
Oh my goodness T. thanks for sharing.
What an amazing post from Julie. I soo need to hear those words TODAY. I will have to print this one off to save it. I am just speechless wow!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 12:49 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (177 posts) at 12:52 PM
Wow. Julie Whitt was an angel long before she left this earth.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 12:55 PM
I 2nd wrecky's comment.
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 01:30 PM
Please can we keep bumping Julie's threads??
Please can we have a chance to read Julie's threads???? Can we get Julie's threads on top???
Please.
If you'd like to bump this , then please do by typing "bump" and pressing the post quickreply.
For Julie.
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 01:51 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (115 posts) at 02:05 PM
I think I am going to start copying and pasting in a word document to print out. I NEED all these Julie-isms!! She was much mroe wise then I could ever dream of!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 03:31 PM
I agree Pers..
Bump :)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:35 PM
Yes she was and very talented at writing inspirational stuff. You could just tell it came from the heart & she truly meant every word.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 09:09 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 11:04 AM
This is another one out of Julie's Blog Entry's that was one of my absolute favorite. Just loved this one..... I am sure we can all learn something from this one.... enjoy!
Body Image
"I wish I looked like Cindy Crawford."
(Cindy Crawford…after hearing that people wanted to look like her.)
Yes, even the supermodels don’t look perfect until the airbrush removes the stretch marks, sagging skin and wrinkles. The images we see in the media can make us feel inferior. We see so many pictures of women with long, lanky legs and gravity-defying breasts, that we think there is something wrong with us! There's nothing wrong with us. We're just living in the wrong century. One summer I visited Paris and noticed throughout Versailles and the Louvre that most of the women in the paintings were fat. I thought to myself, "I would have been hot stuff back then!" In that time period, extra fat was revered and seen as a sign of wealth. No one wanted to be skinny.
Ladies, there is nothing wrong with being a real woman. What is real woman? Someone who has LIVED! Your body may bear the stretch marks of carrying your children. Your face may have some lines from years of smiling. Your thighs might not be smooth anymore and your breasts aren’t as high as they were when you were a teenager. They’re not supposed to be! In a time when more and more of us are turning to the knife to correct our perceived flaws, let’s take a second look at our bodies. These "imperfections" are badges of honor and courage. Your soul is the core of true beauty.
I am covered with scars. I have a railroad track scar that runs down my chest, another one across my left side, one down the length of each arm. Since I had a feeding tube I now have not one, but two belly buttons! And lots of smaller scars to match...liver biopsy, spleen biopsy, bone marrow biopsy, bladder surgery, tracheotomy, etc. And I love them! My husband loves them. They are my battle scars and are just as much a part of me as my hair and eyes. I don’t cover them up because I’m not ashamed of them.
Now my butt might have more dimples than a golf ball... And it takes one heck of a support bra to keep the girls high and dry...and I might never grace the cover of Cosmopolitan, but by golly, I’m beautiful! And so are you!
- Julie Whitt April 2005
From JW's Blog
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 11:37 AM
That was AWESOME! Thank you! Geez I want to be just like her when I grow up! Such a role model!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 11:43 AM
Thanks so much for posting this, Teresa.
What a wise, together lady!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (491 posts) at 11:49 AM
Thank you Teresa.
Julies beauty outshines ANY supermodel!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Fit (356 posts) at 11:51 AM
Julie is the very definition of TRUE BEAUTY AND GRACE. This is a post I definitely need to print and keep close by as I sometimes (most times?) obsess about my imperfections when I should embrace them and realize they are part of who I am.
Thank you so much, Teresa, for bringing this post to our attention.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 12:49 PM
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Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (167 posts) at 01:11 PM
Julie said it all! She is one wise women. Thank you for posting this. It makes me miss her even more!
Thank you.
Body for Life Forum Message by sasyz250 (3 posts) at 01:32 PM
That was completely AWESOME!!!! I am going to print that out and read it daily!! Julie was one special lady that really knew what was important!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 03:32 PM
More wonderful words :)
Thanks for posting these Teresa!
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 05:53 PM
Oh man. Awesome. Thank you for posting this, T.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:33 PM
Your Welcome she truly wrote some exceptional stuff!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:35 PM
Thank you so much for posting this. It's really great to put things into perspective sometimes! I have an old magazine page that shows a picture of a gorgeous woman and a handsome man dressed in formal attire holding wine. The caption underneath says something to the effect of, "What you don't see is that these two people dislike each other, he is allergic to wine, she only ate plain salad today and the dress is pinned together in the back" Wow!
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 09:09 PM
What an amazing lady. Thanks for posting T.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 11:49 AM
So I started my bulking/muscle building program on Monday. I'm only weight-training each muscle group once a week: chest and tris on Monday, legs and calves on Tuesday, bis and back on Thursday, and shoulders on Saturday. I'm also cutting back on my HIITs to twice a week, and eliminating my weekly hour-long runs. Nutrition-wise I'm adding in an extra serving of carbs for my first three meals.
I'm nervous about gaining too much fat, and seeing my weight go up, but I know I need to eat more and do less cardio if I want to gain muscle. I'll start a cutting phase in mid-March.
Anyone else bulking by choice? How's it going?
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:57 AM
not this week......but for challenge 2 (Jan 2nd) Im not going to look to loose weight...I just want to build muscle and deplete fat
I like your plan......I think I'll try that
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 12:15 PM
Bulking... hopefully... so far have added about 6 lbs from start of C3 but no change in BF%, thank God!
Can't bring myself to add ANY body fat, after what I went through in C1 to peel it off, lol. I think it'll take me longer cause I do not seem to be eating enough, but I'm confident I can get it done without resorting to a " cutting phase" immediately after.
Trying to do it by really increasing weights and fewer reps with reasonably healthy eating and cardio ( moderate mostly ) every day.
Success to You,
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 12:27 PM
Sounds like you're doing great, Kerry. Congrats on the 6 pounds of muscle! I don't think that approach would work for me, though. I'm just not naturally very strong and am basically an ectomorph. I think I need to eat more in order to build muscle. Fortunately the fat seems to come off pretty easily for me and I'm hoping that with extra muscle it'll come off even faster in the spring.
Also, I don't see it as "resorting to a cutting phase". Most body builders eat more to build muscle in the fall/winter, and drop their calories to lose body fat in the spring/summer. It's called "periodization" and here's an article by Tom Venuto that explains the benefits. Thought it might interest you! :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 12:28 PM
Duh! The link to the article might help. Here it is:
http://skwigg.com/id46.html
And here's an excerpt:
"Nutrition can be periodized too, and this is another topic I predict will become very hot in the near future. Re-feeds are like nutritional mesocycles while the annual seasons are like nutritional macrocycles (the muscle building phase versus fat burning phase).
"I've always claimed that the bodybuilders method to fat loss is the superior one, and isn't cyclical dieting exactly what bodybuilders do? Don't they diet strictly in a deficit for a period of months, then train for muscle growth for a period of months? Doesn't a really astute physique artist cycle the calorie levels throughout the year? Of course. That's why bodybuilders who use this strategy are the supreme examples of effective permanent fat loss.
Bulk too long, you gain too much fat and get completely out of fat burning mode. Diet too long, you lose muscle and downgrade your metabolism. Cycle the two every year in a seasonal fashion, whether you compete or not, and you have the perfect balance."
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 12:59 PM
Yes, raygeo and I have been bulking since late October. We entered the cutting phase last week. I think it worked for me as I cannot really see the difference. I still have too much fat around the abdomen in my mind to see the difference. But, I can see a difference in amount of weight I can lift.
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (117 posts) at 01:32 PM
I am in what I'm considering a bulking phase, but I'm trying not to over eat. I lost fat and muscle during my EFL challenge in the Fall and now I'm trying to put on some muscle. Lean muscle would be nice, but I have some experimenting to do to optimize my diet.
I can only lift weights two days a week (2 hours total) so I am doing a low volume/high intensity type of workout. This is part of the experiment. I may include some morning cardio mainly for my heart. It may cut into muscle gains, though, but I still need it.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (180 posts) at 02:09 PM
For those bulking up, creatine helps a lot, as does bracketing the workouts with a whey protein/high glycemic carb shake. I do think that it's impossible to gain a lot muscle without also picking up some body fat, but that's what cutting phase is for--to burn the fat off. I am about 30 pounds heavier right now than when I won the Labrada Nutrition contest in spring 2004 with a 7 to 9% body fat content, but certainly much of it is muscle. My neck is an inch thicker and my arms are quite a bit larger too. Chest is about an inch and a half larger, but so's the waist. STill,there's more fat on me than then. Doing each body part once weekly is smart to bulk, so long as you do multiple exercises for the body part. For example, with chest you should do not only bench press and flyes, but also work in decline and/or incline press and chest emphasis dips. For back, do bentover rows, or one arm DB rows, plus pulldowns or wide grip pullups and upright low rows.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (25 posts) at 02:28 PM
FLASH & MichiganMike!
I was planning on doing a creatine load week this week, but so confused about the portions. I only weigh 125 and can't believe that everyone should take the same amount...
Do you guys have a good site to use as a reference?
Any info would be greatly appreciated :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (777 posts) at 03:01 PM
Here you go
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=100831
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 03:06 PM
If I remember well you have a thin build. I would lay off the HIIT completely and just try 30 min incline walk or something like that. And no you don't really need to change your diet to much while building muscle. I mean I eat chicken Brown rice, chicken brown rice chicken and veggies blah, blah, boring, boring, diet. I am also in the process of putting on 1 1/2lb of muscle per month too. I'll let ya know how that goes LOL. I am doing it sans creatine. Bu that is a personal choice as creatine is a "GREAT" supplement.
My only difference is that I am still leaning out as I build with more cardio LOL but keep your diet simple as well. I think you have a good plan. The thing that I find iffy is the cardio plan you have.
As far as working out and eating I would def, eat your carb meal after a workout. Helps with building muscle OR you can even do a whey protein shake immediately after working out. Hope that helps.
T
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (25 posts) at 04:22 PM
thanks for the link chuckdiesel99 !!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (491 posts) at 12:08 PM
And I KNOW in my heart that Julie officially earned her "Furry-Wings" last night. This is the miracle work of our angel and everyones prayers. Theres no other way to explain it, especially considering he was in ICU and barely making it yesterday.
My baby is home, snuggled up w/Blake resting and he has been cleared for the long drive to CA tonite.
He will be on meds the rest of his life and we still have to get thru the tests at UCDavis tomarrow but I have my baby and hes home for the holidays.
Thank you Everyone...I cant explain how much yall mean to me!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 12:09 PM
So Gald to Hear!
Merry Xmas
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 12:11 PM
So happy to hear the good news Dana! Give him a hug for me.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (167 posts) at 12:16 PM
So happy to hear some good news. I'm so glad.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 12:21 PM
so great to hear the food news.
Body for Life Forum Message by raindrop (20 posts) at 12:22 PM
So glad to hear the little guy made it through. Merry Christmas.
Rhonda
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (353 posts) at 12:23 PM
Super news Dana...yep, Julie helped him along! Be careful on your drive...Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (10 posts) at 12:27 PM
thats great merry christmas to you and ur doggie--- i love dogs myself!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 12:29 PM
Yea!!!!! Merry Christmas!
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (777 posts) at 12:45 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (394 posts) at 12:48 PM
yay!! What a wonderful Christmas present! :) Happy to hear the news!!
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (177 posts) at 12:49 PM
That is WONDERFUL Dana! I love my pet like crazy, so I can imagine the joy you are feeling right now! Have a wonderful holiday with Rocky!
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 12:56 PM
All right!!
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (115 posts) at 01:04 PM
YAY!!!! I am so happy for you!! Can't wait to meet you in CA!! Have a very safe trip! Talk to you soon!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (169 posts) at 01:06 PM
That's great news Dana!! Glad to hear that your baby is home for the holidays!
Body for Life Forum Message by Persephone (397 posts) at 01:20 PM
so glad to hear it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 01:23 PM
that's just the best Christmas gift you couldn have gotten.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (583 posts) at 01:59 PM
Glad to hear it Dana!
Merry Christmas!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (205 posts) at 02:24 PM
Thats awesome Dana! Love him up lots and have a merry christmas!
*~Jen~*
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 02:44 PM
Yeah!!!!! I'm so happy for you! What an awesome Christmas gift for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 03:12 PM
So glad to hear it!!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (103 posts) at 03:27 PM
EXCELLENT ! !! !
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 03:30 PM
YAY Rocky!! atta puppy! what a wonderful christmas pressie for you!
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 05:39 PM
Oh good good good!
'ats a good boy. Yes he is! Yes he is! Woof! 
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (777 posts) at 05:44 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 03:20 PM
Hi folks, I have a 4 disc DVD set Body of Work in circulation ( currently in Michigan ).
If someone would like to borrow them, just give me a PM, and I'll arrange for them to be sent to you.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 03:22 PM
I wonder if it's possible to rent them from the local library, if that's something they would carry
I would hate to borrow them and something happen. That would be terrible.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 03:25 PM
Memememememememeeme LOL
I have the original Body of Work how is this one different I am guessing different stories right? Me so smart LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 03:27 PM
and soooo funny ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 03:36 PM
the 4 cd set has the original body of work, and 2 body for life videos with the winners of the competitions and 1 exercise video
Body for Life Forum Message by Joe (a.k.a. Onyx) (87 posts) at 03:47 PM
Wow cool Kerry, after reviewing your profile, if those things helped you stay motived I might want to get them so I can be like you bro!
Joe
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 03:48 PM
These videos are INCREDIBLY motivating....you will watch it and just be itchin' to work out!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 03:50 PM
and you are right Joe...I just looked at his profile! He has made amazing changes! WOW! **High Five**
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 03:54 PM
Kerry is da man!!!! He has done an incredible job transformation wise and he also is a great person as well! This BFL stuff works ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 04:00 PM
DANG girl!!!! TNT look at you! You are gorgeous and what an amazing job you've done!! Awesome!! I want to look as good as you when I am done!!! Man....
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 04:46 PM
Stef called me a little while ago!!! What a sweetheart! I feel like we are on the same page heading towards our next challenge and it was really motivating to talk to her. I hope she wants to call me again, even though my husband gave her crap about the Ohio State vs. U of M rivalry!! As we were hanging up, Russ was coming out to help her unload the car (what a sweetheart, which is what she called him!)
Thanks for the phone call, Stef! Hope we can do it again sometime soon!!
Nancy :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 04:50 PM
Yea I love talking with Stef too! She is a great friend!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 05:09 PM
Nancy, you are too funny! I enjoyed our chat too! I will definitely be talking to you soon! I love talking to my tracker/blogger friends!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 05:35 PM
I love talking to Stef, she's so much fun! :) And I don't mean to brag.... but I GET TO MEET HER IN 6 DAYS!!! YAY!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 05:45 PM
So not fair! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 06:01 PM
Too bad you can't make the 6 hour drive Nancy....that would be fun! Teresa, how long would the drive be for you... about 18 hours.....ya better leave now!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (948 posts) at 06:43 PM
Actually, its only about 36 hours into Nova Scotia, so y'all better get movin'
:)
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:47 PM
I'm near Toronto...Kerry...swing by and pick me up and we'll head over to meet them! Canada's a small country!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 06:48 PM
No, no, no! Kerry, the meet-up is already set for Cincinnati... so YOU better get movin! 
(so we'll see ya there, right?)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2062 posts) at 07:05 PM
If you're picking up Connie might as well pick me up too!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 07:06 PM
Ha! Tracey, looks like we'll at least get to talk then! :D
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:06 PM
Woohoo! Now this is gonna be a party!
Body for Life Forum Message by Russ40 (43 posts) at 07:11 PM
Wow, sorry Nancy, we hijacked your thread and turned it into a tracker meet up thread. LOL!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 07:17 PM
Grrrrr! I hate when I do that....posting as Russ! OOOPS!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 07:18 PM
The more the merrier!!! I wish I could make it!!! Actually, one of these days we should set something up. I know a while back we talked about an Ohio/Michigan Tracker get together...and anyone else who is willing to drive a little bit!!! I am in Southeast Michigan, only about an hour and 1/2 from the Ohio border, actually!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 07:19 PM
Oh, yeah, wish I had known you all better last year, because I went to my daughter's dance competition...in Columbus! That was last April. We still have one unknown competition location - I will keep my fingers crossed!
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 11:28 PM
oh.. you guys sound like you're having WAY too much fun out there on the East Coast!
aaaaaahhh .. well goood on ya!!
we'll get to see Stef & Russ soon enough!
right Moggie?! ;)
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by gp800mark (623 posts) at 06:52 PM
Come on Tracker Buddies! One of our own needs our help.
Go to:
http://www.bodyforlife.com/challenge/vote.asp
and Vote For Cheryl!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:54 PM
I have been...every day!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1073 posts) at 09:13 PM
I have been away for two reasons:
1. My computer at home crashed so I can only get on at work.
2. I had a minor surgery so I am not exercising for a few weeks. bummer.
But I am glad to be back at least once in awhile while I am at work though. Can't wait to start a challenge again. Casey and I are starting one at the beginning of the year. Can't wait!!!!!
It's good to see lots of positive posts on here again.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 09:15 PM
Good to see you around again. You've been missed. Hope you heal quickly!
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (745 posts) at 09:18 PM
OOOOOOH are you doing a couples challenge? Russ and I are. So is BFLmom2004 and her hubby and Kana and her hubby! that would be cool. Trying to get Kerry and NancyJane to do one too.
Lori, glad you are feeling better!
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Goddessa (2087 posts) at 09:20 PM
Welcome back Lori!!! I hope you recover from your surgery real soon. Yup everybody seems to be getting motivated again to start new challenges. I am anxiously awaiting Jan 2nd :D
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (643 posts) at 09:22 PM
Girl you don't know HOW happy I am that you are back! Glad you are doing better, and I asked Santa for a special Christmas present too, but he told me he couldn't even afford it for Mrs. Clause, so I guess it will just have to wait! Kind of train wrecked on my challenge this week, but will be kicking it back up as soon as this holiday is done!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 09:23 PM
Welcome back. :) Hope you heal up fast and you're ready to kick ass come January!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1073 posts) at 09:23 PM
Haven't thought about the couples challenge. I think we're just doing it on our own, plus both of us for a f ew weeks anyway will be working days, different days off but at least we'll have evenings and maybe get back to eating right. It's easier when we are both on the same schedule.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1073 posts) at 09:25 PM
SweetEmotion said:
Haven't thought about the couples challenge. I think we're just doing it on our own, plus both of us for a f ew weeks anyway will be working days, different days off but at least we'll have evenings and maybe get back to eating right. It's easier when we are both on the same schedule. Lori
OH...I forgot to mention that when my computer crashed ALL of my BEFORE AND AFTER PICS ARE GONE. Except for the ones here on tracker that I can copy. But sucks that so much stuff was lost.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 09:30 PM
HEy Lori, glad to see you back. I will be starting a challenge then as well and am getting pysched about it!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 09:34 PM
Hey Beautiful wohooo the team is getting back together rallying the troops if ya will! Glad your feeling better after your surgery! ;-)
Yea I have given in and started kicking down the barn as I am rearin to go..... it will be a great year in 2006! For sure! ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 09:35 PM
Great to see you back again Lori!!! We all missed you!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 09:49 PM
glad the surgery went well -hope you all are healing up !
Here's to us ALL having a Great start to 2006!
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (180 posts) at 09:56 PM
I was worried about you, too, Lori. However, I never thought of a computer crash. I just assumed you had been kidnapped by aliens and were being forced to tell all you know about Aerosmith! Welcome back!
Body for Life Forum Message by Bflmom2004 (1001 posts) at 10:44 PM
Hey Lori, glad you are back, and ummm, can't wait to see the new pics...(damn jealous girl!)
Hugs
Christie
woohoooo, look at all the couple challengers...
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1073 posts) at 11:10 PM
LOL michiganmike. That would take quite some time. Good story though.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 10:43 AM
Welcome to tracker.
OK have did you learn something along the way ..... then you have NOT failed miserably ....
I wish you the best of luck in your 12 week challenge! NOW REMEMBER WHEN YOU THINK YOU ARE NOT SEEING RESULTS JUST KEEP THE FAITH THAT THIS WILL HAPPEN. Whoops caps hahaha .... I can't tell you how many times I just kept the faith in the program when I had doubts or was like what am I doing this for I don't see any changes? Trust me faith will see you through it. Good luck!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (2 posts) at 05:14 PM
Guys,thanks for the words of encouragement.
Myintencity
ps- Does anyone no how to make beef jerky(just kidding)?
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 07:04 PM
If you're still here, you haven't failed anything. :) You've only failed if you give up. You clearly haven't done that, so you're a success already!
Body for Life Forum Message by jsturgeon64- (2 posts) at 03:03 AM
You can do it! Keep your mind on the future goals!
jsturgeon64
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 08:17 AM
There are heaps of inspiring and motivating people here who are living PROOF that you CAN achieve your goals following BFL. Great to have you here!
Body for Life Forum Message by ocpanther65 (175 posts) at 03:44 PM
Hey you can do this just look at all of the profiles. There are alot of supportive and successful people on this website. I commend you for starting before the holidays, if you can make it past that then it will be all downhill!
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (205 posts) at 04:31 PM
It seems that there are a lot of things that you are dealing with that are out of your control at this point, so I offer you this thought: Working on and through the Body for Life Program IS something YOU CAN CONTROL!! I also want to let you know that I have been through the most emotionally challenging year of my life and when things were at their worst I started this program. It was part of my own personal "therapy". I know you can do it. PM me if you need anything!! Good Luck, Deb
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (643 posts) at 11:31 PM
That positive thinking will get you EVERYWHERE! Keep it up! We are all here for you!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (310 posts) at 11:40 PM
Angelic - so good to see you here! Welcome! Your attitude sounds right on. Keep it up and if you should find yourself faultering - come here and read up! Now I believe the scale is something to be understood. There are many strong opinions here but you must develop your own. When I do weigh in - which is not every week - I weigh in on Friday mornings first thing when I wake up. This way, I know I've had a whole week of good workouts and clean eating. Its the weekends that I'm going to slip. So I weigh in before all that!
Also, here's a bit of info from another site: "here's a simple tip to help you gauge your fat-loss progress: Use a good old-fashioned tape measure and take your waist measurement at the navel. Measure this once a week. In general, losing an inch around your waist is equivalent to the loss of approximately 4 pounds of body-fat. This rule applies to both men and women. Set a goal of losing half an inch every two weeks. That way you'll be losing a pound of fat every week."
- best wishes for success!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (103 posts) at 03:39 PM
Just remember that it's only one step at a time. Very soon you will be able to do that push up!
Good luck!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (300 posts) at 03:42 PM
I agree with Tom..remember this....everyone..including all of the BFL champions..had a day one..had a day when they couldnt do a pushup or a situp..we all have to start our journey with a single step
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 04:00 PM
I started out not being able to do 1 pull-up, even after 1 challenge completed. I can now do about 5, and do it twice, before I need raygeo's help!!
That push-up will be history soon enough. Take it one meal, 1/4 day at a time and before you know it you'llbe saying to yourself, "WOW! I am doing this. It is working. I like it! Woo Hoo!!!"
Welcome!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 04:04 PM
Oh man how I wish I wrote my feelings in a journal on my first day. Oh wait no let me tell you my 1st elliptical HIIT story.
I started out on Level 0 Incline 0 and wen through the HIIT motions you go through. OMG 5 mins and I thought I am NEVER going to make it. How am I EVER gonna finish 12 weeks. I was in a world of hurt. However week after week it just kept getting better. Notice better is the choice word not great. Then bam..... it did get GREAT!
So in order to get to "great" you have to take those painful first steps. You simply cannot achieve greatness without the painful start of something.
Now push up story:
I had a devastating elbow injury & was told I would never do a push up EVER. Another member even did a push up challenge and I sadly commented I could not do even one. You know what one day a few weeks later closer to the end of my challenge I could do A LOT of them!!! And I just made it my goal to do just 1!
So don't be discouraged by what you can't do right now. Think of it as what you are going to be able to do!!! Kinda like the glass 1/2 empty or 1/2 full? Keep taking it one day at a time and keep thinking of where you want to be! YOU CAN DO THIS! Good luck!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (10 posts) at 09:45 AM
whats everyone workouts and eats.
i need to get my eating down but my workouts are :
mon- 1/2 running 1hr spinning chest and back(45min)
tue- 40 min run 45 spining triez and shoulders(45 min)
wed--1/2 running 1hr spinning legs and bicepts (45 min)
thur---40 min run 45 spining chest and back(45min)
firday--1/2 running 1hr spinning triez and shoulders(45 min)
sat 1 hr running legs and bicepts (45 min) 30 min bike
sunday god and i resttttttt
now for my food here is what i will do starting jan 2
afterworkout about 8:30 am chicken sandwich with wheat bread and broccile and maybe oatmeal
10:30 eas shake with apple
12:30 chicken sandwich with wheat bread and broccile
2:30 eas shake with bannada
5pm chicken with broccile and big salad with vinger and some oil
8pm eas shake
what does everyone think. by the way my workouts have been like that for years its the eating i have to get straight again.....thanks guys and gals!!!!1
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 10:29 AM
Wow! Thats' a lot of exercise! I'm sure as soon as you start eating cleanly (like your menu posted) you'll start losing fat in no time!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 07:33 PM
Yea it is a def. start in the right direction. Eventually as you work out and learn more you realize those are better utilized during a free day. It's all about evolving it seems. Growing, learning, and succeeding.
Body for Life Forum Message by Lala (648 posts) at 11:56 PM
If you all REALLY want to go take a trip in the "WAY BACK MACHINE "... go find a copy of Bill Phillips version of the the "Suplement Review," ( I'll have to look up the actual name) he tells it like it is & gives you some ideas of his thoughts before he got "watered" down for mainstream consumption.
Not to say the man is not a genius but it's always an interesting look to see who people were --- before!
this is the 'debate' section ...right Lol~
Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1470 posts) at 11:03 AM
I would try using dijon mustard instead of the soy sauce??? that sounds yummy!!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 10:52 AM
Sounds yummy to me! I have to give this one a go!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (316 posts) at 10:53 AM
Such a great idea! Why did Inot think of that before?!?!
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (284 posts) at 11:36 AM
I just tried this yesterday, and it was a hit at my house.
One carton of Blue Bunny Carb Freedom Yogurt (vanilla cream), 90 calories, 9 gm carb, 5 gm sugar (Splenda), 9 gm protein.
Add a generous sprinkling of pumpkin pie spices. I swear it tastes like eggnog. You could also mix 1/2 c. cottage cheese with this yogurt in the blender with the spices, making it more of a BFL meal.
I use this yogurt because even the fat-free or low-fat yogurts like Yoplait tend to have way more sugar than I'm interested in. I have not had any luck finding this yogurt at major grocery stores; however I have found it at the Walmart Supercenter. Hope you enjoy it!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 06:44 PM
I have used HTML in PMs... granted, I've had to do it manually, but if you put a
(without the space) before a new paragraph, you'll get a new paragraph. :) Granted, it's not as easy as posting messages on the threads, but it does work!
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (430 posts) at 06:48 PM
I'm thinking the Webmaster has left the building.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (853 posts) at 06:50 PM
Ran very fast away from the building more like it LOL He will be around I am sure he is busy with the holidays ...
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 06:53 PM
Yeah, he's got a full time job and a family.... this site, as I understand it, is more of a side thing for him. (Not that I think that's a bad thing, it just means he can't come every time we call, lol)
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:10 AM
"You'll get used to it don't worry."
Hhmmmm......sounds like what an abuser tells his victims!
I'm not that weak minded!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:24 AM
I hate to comment here, because this is a worthless thread in my opinion, but iceskater and Moggie are a bit confused on the comment "you'll get used to it don't worry" he was speaking to amkazen who thinks you guys are "funny" (another word for being stupid) that amkazen will get used to ridiculous childish things like "Oh My God, My Ignore Function Won't Work...how will I handle it!!!!"
So, he wasn't telling all you silly people who can't handle confrontation and want to deal with it by ignoring people to not worry you will get used to it....I guarantee you that!
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 10:34 AM
Small clarification...stupid is harsh. I just think with Julie dying, and other issues that do not rise to the level of death, concerning ourselves with a malfunctioning ignore function is really trivial. If there is someone writing posts and I do not want to read them, I just quickly move on down the thread. I do that with a sports writer in the Detroit newspaper when I read about the Lions. If his name is in the byline, I just skip on past it. Takes me all of 1 second to see his name and make that decision. That was it. But, thanks mellie, for helping. I just wish this whole episode could be put to an end and it appears the majority of folks have done so. Bt, this thread is keeping it alive.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:36 AM
I know, I tried REALLY hard not to post here at all....sorry.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:47 AM
I can think of several other threads that are completely worthless, quite a few moreso than this one.
Who can't handle confrontation? Bring it on!!! I love a good debate!
Since when do you speak for amdodellawyer?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 10:50 AM
Not speak for..stand behind and support (its called friendship)
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 10:54 AM
I'm glad somebody can read his mind.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 10:56 AM
ya know.......I reviewed several threads in the last couple of days and it seems to me that "except for Julie's threads".......the rest that have been on the site have been meaningless to someone out there.
All of the threads for Julie were truly inspirational, motivational, helpful during this time.
The other threads were also helpful although one may construe them as meaningless......space wasting threads, if they have helped one person then anyone who has a problem with them needs to get over it.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 10:56 AM
iceskater, I love a good debate, as long as it is civil. Last week's threads quickly disintegrated into being non-civil and the point of the discussion quickly was lost. pm me and I'll give you my email address and we can discuss whatever topic you want. I am ALWAYS open to having great discussions with new friends. Ok, off to a meeting!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 10:57 AM
See why I like Andrew?
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 11:08 AM
I find most of what a certain group of people writes to be completely trivial and worthless. Wasted words, wasted space, waste of time.
Unfortunately, the only tool that Webmaster has seen fit to give us is the ignore function. And it doesn't work.
Frankly, I am sick of going onto a Support thread only to find out that I have to scroll past a bunch of silly drivel to find the support part.
Perhaps Modellawyer could learn to address his comments to whomever he is speaking to then. Since you all comment on and takeover pretty much every thread, it would be helpful if you could direct your comments to specific people.
It would be even more helpful if you could keep your chit chat on every thread to the chat room or get some sort of instant messenger.
I would really love it if the ignore function worked because then I could block out all this monopolization of the boards. But it doesn't work. So maybe I just need to confine my tracker hours to after 5pm and on weekends when you guys don't come on.
It boggles my mind how a few individuals can be so inconsiderate of other people using the boards.
Let's take this thread for example...Supa K came on it to ask a legitimate question. I tried to make a cute comment...got ridiculed by Agent...to the point of her calling me a communist...then got ridiculed by Kmachete...I came back to the thread to get some help with the ignore function and got ridiculed by modellawyer. Then of course Mellie had to pipe in...then amkazen...ooohhhh look agent is back.
My question is...Are any of you actually looking for help with the ignore function? Do any of you have any help to offer those of us who want to use the ignore function? My guess is NO. But again...you can't control yourselves and have to comment and take over every thread.
I'm done. I won't be seeing you guys around, I will take my tracker support time to the evenings and weekends. This whole thing is bullshit.
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (169 posts) at 11:08 AM
Well you know it's pretty funny when an on topic thread like the ignore function is being taken to task by a lot of the people that I saw vigrously defending the off topic risque topics. This is the most ON topic thread I've seen in a while and definitely shows that we need a moderator in this website pronto as to keep things from escalating like they have been. However, I'm finding it harder and harder to keep from biting my tongue. I agree to disagree with amkazen on a few things here but it's semantics and not worth the debate. I do agree that if you want confrontation you need to do two things, either stick up for yourself or take it to PM. I've had no problem sending PM's to people when I've felt it necessary and won't stop it today. Mellie I agree with Iceskater that amodellawyer needs to address those issues himself. We don't need to be bringing in all of his friends to stick up for him because once you make it a gang mentality then you find that Iceskater's friends start jumping in to protect her. And let me assure you she has them a plenty and they have been holding their tongues for the better part of the last couple weeks in order to keep this place from going entirely out the window.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:15 AM
Moggie-----okay.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 11:26 AM
Moggie said:
Do any of you have any help to offer those of us who want to use the ignore function?
I was absolutely trying to help! All my support was behind every one of you who wants to ignore me. Hell, if you don't see what I write you have no reason to bitch about it! I was just showing the inadequacies of the ignore function on this website. There are plenty of people I'd love to ignore as well (you know who you are).
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (430 posts) at 11:28 AM
jeez.
So is this a result of lack of alcohol or sweets??
Like hangin' with the inlaws.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 11:29 AM
You want to ignore me right?
Just kiddin...oh and nevermind on my first post...I guess I suck at reading amodellawyers mind, I misunderstood, you guys were right...my bad!
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 11:34 AM
Amodellawyer...I imagine you want to ignore the ones who don't stand behind your topics, so I must be one of them.
What I am wondering is, why do you come to this website anyway? You diplayed your pics, there was no physical change in your body but you made sure that you weren't hiding your eggs in the basket. So what is your REAL reason to be here?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 11:39 AM
I find it amazing that you people have a problem with those of us wanting to relax and be playful, when all you want to do is be hurtful and negative...I mean seriously...it is you that has no clue what BFL is all about! Negativity, putting people down, making them feel bad is NOT BFL and I have no respect for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 11:40 AM
And whatcha doin' lookin' at his eggs anyway?
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (546 posts) at 11:42 AM
You guys remind me of my mother, not happy unless you are bitching and causing problems, like you need to have stress in your life to function! Get over it relax have fun or leave the tracker
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 11:43 AM
I disagree, Iceskater. I made some serious changes. I lost 6% bodyfat, 15 pounds of fat and gained 7 pounds of muscle. Granted my transformation may not have been as dramatic as others, but I was happy with it. I came here for the motivation of seeing other's transform their bodies. If they can do so much it motivates me to make the smaller change that I seek. And apparently I shouldn't come here sr support since I obviously can't get it from you. By the way, I see no change in your pictures either since we're on the topic.
As for the ignore function, I really love to hear what eveybody has to say. It's just when the majority of the posts involve riduculing other members that I'd choose to avoid it. Unfortunately, I can't. My personality won't let me sit idly by.
I find it quite ironic, that a specific group of people criticizes the off topic, risque threads that take away from all the support topics that get overlooked, yet these assaultive topics get even more attention than the risque, off topic threads. Just peaking about this drivel is taking attention away from all those people who need support. We should all be ashamed of ourselves!
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 11:43 AM
I'm not trying to put anyone down, just trying to find out motives. Amodellawyer is in good shape. He certainly has no reason to be ashamed of his appearance.
And as far as the eggs go, honey, how can you not miss them? He could have done a better job in hiding them.
So how is that being a put down?
Last of all, I lost my respect for you a long time ago. So the feeling is mutual.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 11:48 AM
Amodellawyer....I don't know why you don't see any changes in me. I mean my week 2 photo my hips were so big that I looked like a hippo or worse.
Congrats on the 6% bodyfat lost.
Likewise, I never got support from you from the very beginning. It has been uncomfortable being at a place where I felt like the women were being sexually harrassed and I don't want to be in an environment like that. Why can't people just feel good about themselves for being in good shape without all the sexual comments?
Body for Life Forum Message by gettintoned (5 posts) at 11:52 AM
Ladies and Gents -- Seperate Corners please. This is the just getting silly!
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 11:53 AM
I have made no sexual comments to anyone who hasn't open the door first. I know for a fact that I have made no such comments to you, Iceskater.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (341 posts) at 11:53 AM
oh, come on you guys, let's play nice.....
I know that iceskater really doesn't have a problem with amodellawyer and visa versa
WE are friends here, and WE are in this together and WE are here for each other.
go, ahead, if you want me to butt out...tell me, but I'm trying to be helpful here.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 11:56 AM
I'm speaking of the topics. Like I said before, if want to read stuff like that, then I will go to a porn site, not here.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 12:00 PM
And as far as playing nice, hey...I'm willing to admit my faults and my unslightly appearance/body, just speaking the truth. So what's wrong with a little constructive critism? Better than being in denial. I came here to deal with it, not be bombarded with having to read all the sexual comments.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 12:03 PM
I totally agree, Iceskater! The criticism just motivates me and tells me what I need to work on. I remember a thread a while back speaking about my 'chicken legs'. It was great! I'm quite positive that there are a plethora of topics that we will never see eye to eye, but what do you say we agree to disagree? Truce?
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 12:07 PM
If we can keep this site tasteful, I totally agree. Sounds good to me, amodellawyer.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 12:07 PM
This thread is just such a wonderful example of why this site needs moderators. The whole point of this thread has been completely lost due to a certain group of people. Have I been helped? NO. My ignore function still doesn't work. I am so very sick of the group of you...so very very sick of you.
This is not Mellie's forum. This is not Agent's forum. This is not my forum either. This is a Body for Life Tracker Forum. Show a little respect for other people who don't want to see your silly LOL's and "retard" comments etc on every thread. It's ridiculous, it's boring, it's not fitness related, it belongs in PM's or your blog or on Instant Messenger.
So...getting back to the point of this thread....
Is there anyone out there who has multiple people on ignore??? I can ignore one person...but when I ignore another person it doesn't work. It says they are ignored but I can still see what they type.
Webmaster...are you reading any of this???
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 12:13 PM
Damn...apparently my ignore doesn't work either lol (that was for you, Moggie)
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 12:30 PM
Model...
Gosh that was so clever and such a big help to me when I opened the thread to see if someone had a solution that could actually help.
YAWWWWNNNN
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (20 posts) at 12:35 PM
Just wanted to let you know that you're not the only one it's not working for. we can commiserate together...interested? You cna PM me if you like. I'll walk you through this trying time in your life. I just want you to know that I'm always here for you...bff.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 12:49 PM
This is just F'd up. I'm done. Model, Agent, Mellie you aren't worth the aggravation.
For all of you that use this board for support and motivation...I commend you.
Webmaster if you ever show up again...I hope you read this thread. Please send me an email when you fix tracker and I will come back and start posting again. Until then, I will just use it to track my progress.
You guys win. I can't suffer idiots. Call me intolerant...whatever...I just can't be part of something that gets abused so badly by such a small group of people. I hope Santa brings you respect for others for Christmas. You need it.
Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Everyone. All the best for a happy, healthy and fit 2006.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2062 posts) at 02:13 PM
You people are too much. Don't you know when enough is enough - you're wrecking the place with this shit.
And you "others" - can't you tell when you're being sucked in by the leeches? I know I've fallen for it myself but its time to recognize what is going on. This is not going away anytime soon and it appears you'll have to put in a conscientious IGNORE effort.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (44 posts) at 06:42 PM
webmaster@bodyforlife-tracker.com
I know he's busy, but maybe we could email him about the ignore function and about moderators. Clearly both are needed. Desperately.
Body for Life Forum Message by jsturgeon64- (2 posts) at 03:40 AM
Good luck, you will do it, I'm new to BFL also and I will be starting the program jan2,2006, I will need support also, we can all do it, just put your mind and body to it.
Body for Life Forum Message by sasyz250 (3 posts) at 03:36 PM
It looks like there are quite a few of us all starting January 2nd!! That's great! We can all do this! Take one day at a time.
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 06:01 PM
You can definately do it! I'm new here too so we can all support each other Jen! WE CAN DO THIS!!!
Jacqui x
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (345 posts) at 06:10 PM
Hey another shorty alright. You can do it. take it one day at a time and always remember to look at your goals.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (747 posts) at 06:15 PM
The best of luck to you! You can do it! :o)
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (269 posts) at 06:28 PM
Hiya!
You can definitely do this! Don't get discouraged! Sometimes, we have to take a step back to realize we're actually moving forward.
If it's any consolation, I often feel like ripping those pictures down off of my profile because I'm heavier than when I first started C1!!
It was because I hurt my back, but it just doesn't feel like a good enough reason!
Now, I'm back into the swing of things and I'm keeping the pictures up to remind myself that I DID it once and felt fabulous!!
I know what you mean about feeling hesitant to post here lately, but there are a lot of great people here. I was silly and walked away for a short time. Now, a lot of us have realized that we must give in order to receive!
We're here for you!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1220 posts) at 06:39 PM
Hi jenst00! Welcome to the Tracker!!! You will find lots of support and friendship here!!! We are all here to help you!!! You Can Do This!!! BFL works!!! Stick with it!!! I wish you all the best!!!! See you around the Tracker!!!! Hugs, Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by havlow (169 posts) at 11:15 AM
Hey I'm all for less drama or to volunteer to help moderate...sheesh!! Either way I'm fine as long as this gets resolved one way or the other.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (311 posts) at 11:25 AM
I agree.
Body for Life Forum Message by Moggie (620 posts) at 11:40 AM
In my opinion, removing the OT threads from the home page won't be enough. Take a look at the ignore thread...it's not OT, yet it's degenerated to an ugly level.
This site needs moderators.
Body for Life Forum Message by amkazen (196 posts) at 10:35 AM
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks for all that you do on tracker!!
Body for Life Forum Message by healthyme (74 posts) at 10:39 AM
Thanks so much for this great site!!! Happy holidays!!!