Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 08:20 PM
I neglected abs also on my first challenge and regret it now. I saw good progress everywhere but my abs and one of my goals was to get a six pack. I know they are important, but hate to do them
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 09:16 PM
I LOVE ABS!!! I think it's cause that is where I see a difference. I guess whatever you notice a difference in is what you like. I like upper body too, I used to love LBWO but since I have upped my weights it's not as fun.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:55 PM
OOO I'm glad to know Max-OT now has a cardio program. I can show this to my
Fiance - he'll love it.
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:49 PM
From the calculations I did a few years back you would have to drink 15 litres of water in a day to get Hyponatremia. (There's another number for amount of water in an hour but I din't remember it - I just know it was LOT).
lol bella - I hear ya - everywhere you turn there's some conflicting info being posted in the news.
Body for Life Forum Message by im2fat (15 posts) at 08:24 AM
3 goals hmmmmm.........
okay
1.break my sweets addiction
2.12% body fat(or less?)
3.I wanna be realy buff!
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:42 PM
Long Term Goals for the year...
1. Reach 130 lbs
2. Get below 20% Body Fat
3. Run the Bay to Breakers
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 07:15 AM
That's such a cute story :-) and read after I posted my thread about being addicted to more cardio, ugh now you have me thinking too.
Question, was your hubby a runner before or do any endurance sport?
It's so hard to reduce cardio when you are used to only hours of it giving you results.
I wish him the best of luck, may he build pounds of muscle!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (923 posts) at 08:57 AM
He was a cyclist. So basically the same as a long distance runner. Yup, it took a year of telling him you can't do butt loads of cardio and gain muscle at least not with his body type.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 09:14 AM
I think endurance cardio can be such an addiction. Sticking to my promise of 20 minutes today was so hard. Though I really pushed myself, an hr later it feels like I could do it again.. but I wont... Mentally though it feels like I didn't do enough. It's really a paradigm shift, once he understands that... as I trying to, he will see it's a totally different way to work out.
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:37 PM
What awsome news. When a PHD backs up advice you've already been given. Well it's a nice feeling. And when your SO listens it's even better! yay for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1043 posts) at 06:18 PM
Was it a sugar high?? to much fiber or what
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (17 posts) at 08:47 PM
I don't know. All I know is freshly extracted juice goes directly to your cells. It was more than I could handle. I've had mild episodes since then. Usually when I drink pungent combos like mustard greens, spinach and garlic. Those dark greens are killer-too much too fast. It doesn't happen with every combination. For instance, I can drink carrot/celery combos or cucumber/pear/or apple combos and I may get a little flush, but that's it. If I'm really thirsty I can drink a quart of basically any fruit combo at a time. Last thing; There is nothing like the feeling you get when you drink fresh real juice. I'm not referring to some abstract zen like state. My cells literally feel stimulated as I drink they seam to be saying "THANK YOU." You know how people say that if you're feeling thirsty, you're already becoming dehydrated, It's like my cells were starving for this stuff.
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (361 posts) at 09:12 PM
Anybody else have experience with one of these? I have always thought it sounded interesting to me?
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 09:22 AM
Everything that I have read is that these bars are basically a different way to market CANDY, pump in protein and you have a whole new audience :-(
Real food is the best snack. I cook up a bunch of chicken strips on Sunday so I have protein to snack on during the week. Just a thought :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Miranda_ (2 posts) at 04:32 PM
I use to eat them all the time before and during marathons and triathlons. Great source of carbs during endurance sports, but I don't recommend eating them as a snack unless your eating about 45 mins before a ½ marathon or any other sport that requires endurance for more than 1.5 hours in length. Remember these bars are made for endurance athletes as source of carbs that are quickly absorbed by the body.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 07:09 AM
Thanks so much for the reply! It does make me feel good, as long as I don't get carried away.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 07:16 AM
Ok, it's 5:15am my time and I am heading to the gym for my run. I will stick to the 20 minutes, I will stick to the 20 minutes!! Where's the chalkboard when you need it :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (71 posts) at 09:02 AM
Hey Sas, let us know how it went...did you stick to the 20 mins????
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 09:10 AM
Yes, I did!! So happy, but it was hard to do. Did 2.2 miles in 20 minutes, totally red faced as I headed the locker room, and even after the shower. But here I am about 1hr later, feeling like I could have done more. Not going to do it :-) We'll see how it goes, going to try to stick to it for these next 2 weeks and post wk 8 photos... :-) thanks for the support!!
Body for Life Forum Message by missylab (2 posts) at 05:58 AM
How do you measure your hips properly? Under the hip bone or around the largest part of the buttocks????
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (236 posts) at 08:08 AM
I don't know exactly but I usr the rule of wherever you measure the first time - measure every time. Sorry I can't be more specific.
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (322 posts) at 08:16 AM
This is a common question that we all ask. :) I was told to measure around the widest part, which includes the butt. Here's a great link: http://www.bblex.de/en/calc/navy.php
I record both but count around the butt as "official" one, which helps me to stay accountable. Hope this helps.
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:44 PM
I agree with what justdoit said. Pick a spot that you can easily duplicate so that your measurements are in the same spot every time. That's why I measure at my hipbones. My 'fat' might shift but my hipbones are always going to be in the same spot ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 03:29 PM
I have read many posts where people are using Splenda. Recently I had a terrible reaction to Splenda, couldn't breath and my face became beet red almost as if it was burned after drinking green tea with splenda. So, I started doing some research and found that Splenda isn't all it's cracked up to be.
http://www.splendaexposed.com/
http://www.mercola.com/2003/aug/23/splenda.htm
Ultimately you have to make up your own mind on what works for you, but just wanted to pass on the info to anyone who is interested.
The alternative that I have found is Stevia.
http://www.stevia.com/
In the powder form it tastes good with tea and or coffee and naturally contains fiber.
Hope this is helpful.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 04:27 PM
I have tried Stevia in my coffee. It is very good.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hkrchic (9 posts) at 09:10 PM
I have been using Stevia now for some time and love the stuff. I like adding it my my oatmeal in the morning with a few nuts to give it a sweeter taste. If you have a Whole foods in your area, I noticed this last week that they have their own brand of stevia now that is $7.99 for 100 packets. They are great on the go! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 03:39 PM
Just wondered if this has happened to anyone else... it is not the first time it happened to me....
I have a pain that feels like it is between my rib cage and breast on the left side of my chest. It gets worse when I move certain ways, and goes away when I sit still. I do not have it when I run and I dont have any heart related symptoms like dizzyness or short of breath. Just to be sure, though I have had a whole battery of tests from EKG to stress test and ecocardiogram last time this happened to me. They all came out negative, so my doc says it must be a weight lifting injury.
What worries me is that I can't remember when I did it... I dont feel that I over strained myself at any point and didnt have any unusual pain during any of my workouts.
Has this happened to anyone else? It would make me feel a lot better if it has....
Thanks for any thoughts..... :) Kelli
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (78 posts) at 04:11 PM
Kelli does this just affect you occasionally? Is it a sharp pain, kind of where you'd get the "stitch" on the left if running?
If so, I've had this several times this year. One time it was quite severe.
IF we are getting the same thing, mine appears to be brought on by stress (I'm talking about emotional not physical stress) and anxiety. The doctor also thinks stress, and has listened to my heart and doesn't think there's any probs with it.
I haven't had any suggestion of a weight lifting injury.
The only thing that helps me is to stop moving, take slow shallow breaths, and try to relax.
I'm not sure if this experience is similar to yours or not, or whether this helps. Feel free to PM me if you like.
I hope you find the reason for your pain and that it gets sorted out for you.
Donna
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 04:12 PM
Did you pull a rib? I used to do that and found out that it was from lifting my then two year old. Terrible pain.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 04:19 PM
Hmmm....Lori I have a 25 lb 16 month old who I always hold on my left hip- of course supporting her body with my left arm.... how was your pulled rib diagnosed.... and how did you treat it?
And Donna I have had anxiety problems in the past so it could be that, too.
I am taking it easy this week and hoping it goes away.... don't have insurance right now so since it doesn't seem life-threatening I hesitate to spend the $$ on a Dr. appt....
Body for Life Forum Message by DTC2006 (1 posts) at 04:43 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by pumped40 (13 posts) at 05:19 PM
we i run i get that sometimes --i think it a muscle around the rib cage---i work around it and it works it self out
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:34 PM
The connective tissue between your ribs and breastbone is made of cartilage. This can be bruised. Mine got brused once just by someone giving me a bear hug. It takes a while for this to go away as the blood flow to/through cartilage isn't very good. I could be something like that it will just take time to heal.
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 05:40 PM
Does it hurt all the time or just when aggrivated?
My pulled rib hurt when I breathed, which would be all the time. :)
If it's just now and then maybe it's an aggrivated muscle or soemthing.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 09:51 PM
It is every time I breathe in... so it is not a constant pain like a heart attack would be (Im told) but it is caused by movement like breathing or twisting.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 09:06 AM
So I was cruising craigs list and noticed that someone in my area had 13 unopened bottles of eas products (betagen, phoshagen, creatine, myoplex, etc) he is willing to sell all of it for $80.00 (was asking $100.00) apperantly he had purchased all this stuff a year ago and shortly after seriously injured himself. It was in a box in his closet for a year unopened, do supplements have a short shelf life, or do you think they should be fine? Thanks:)
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 09:31 AM
Well I called EAS, and they said the majority of supplements have a shelf life of 2 yrs, so score!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 05:25 PM
wow! lucky you.
Body for Life Forum Message by boom30 (112 posts) at 05:24 AM
I'm a cancer... which explains why I have 5 kids and why cake is my best friend.. SIGHHHHHHH, hey for any male virgos out there..do you EVER get to the point of being able to express your feelings? EVER? lol
Body for Life Forum Message by im2fat (15 posts) at 08:07 AM
march 18 pisces-hey isn't that the same as SweetEmotion and rainy318! I guess thats just a good day to be born!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 08:31 AM
November 11, Veteran's Day, Scorpio...and Im not vindictive!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by wdrew (237 posts) at 09:27 AM
Feb 20th and another Pisces.
Body for Life Forum Message by angelic4077 (6 posts) at 11:21 AM
September 26....Libra and it fits me perfectly . I am loving and harmonious. I hate arguing and will try whatever possible to avoid arguments.
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1359 posts) at 11:25 AM
My birthday is December 28th (tomorrow) and I'm a Capricorn.
Body for Life Forum Message by eSteve (150 posts) at 12:23 AM
Maybe you could sell your car and your girlfriend's car to get the money for it? I'd assume it would be worth it if you are going to get 500k from the deal...
Good luck to you - if it really is that close I'm certain you can make it happen somehow...
Body for Life Forum Message by vonkarolinas (87 posts) at 12:40 AM
Tai-Kee. I didn't post all that because I wanted to try to keep the post as short as possible. It was already long. I have all that info for people who are serious about helping. Why would I needlessly give out the company info here?
Body for Life Forum Message by vonkarolinas (87 posts) at 12:42 AM
Thanks for the luck, Steve. The deadline draws close. If this doesn't work out, though, I'm moving to Cali and going to Cogswell College. They have a nice movie production program there.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 05:33 AM
Well Von, I wish you luck in whatever you decide and whatever happens. Sounds like this is your ultimate dream. I return to work today and if the right people are in, I will see if they know of anyways you can get the money through the entertainment biz.
Body for Life Forum Message by vonkarolinas (87 posts) at 03:41 PM
Cool. Here is another though. Do any of you have freinds in the Belfast or Dublin Ireland area? That is where this registrar is supposedly located. If so, do you think they would mind checking out the business address for me?
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1359 posts) at 12:13 PM
Good gosh!! What a story!! I'm totally SHOCKED! This is ridiculous!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1359 posts) at 12:17 PM
Check out the video clip...don't know how long it will be there for so be quick!
http://cbs4boston.com/
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (322 posts) at 12:35 PM
I can't believe she was caught in a nail salon and he was caught in his truck. They didn't seem to hide themselves out very well, did they?
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (126 posts) at 10:18 AM
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!! We did but glad it's over cause I'm EXHAUSTED, LOL!!!I'm so happy to be back in the swing of things.
Oh and what was your favorite gift??
I got a Magic Bullet..it's a really cool blender/juicer/chopper!!
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 10:19 AM
my ipod :)
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 10:22 AM
Christmas was fantastic. My favorite gift was a beautiful piece of artwork my "friend" bought me for my bedroom!! I love it! ;->
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 10:33 AM
I got 25lb dumbells (YESS!!!) and the person who gave them to me said that I wouldn't be able to pick them up. I showed him!!! HHHHAAAAA!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (286 posts) at 10:35 AM
It's a toss-up. I got a beautiful scarf and a mug that says I'm the best mom in the world...both from my daughter! The only reason it's a toss-up is because she was SO excited about the scarf. She kept saying, "It's such a momma thing!" She was right! But, my heart leapt when I saw the mug!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 11:33 AM
My honey got me an underwater digital camera so I can take pictures while scuba diving, I was so surprised!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by DDRTeddy (763 posts) at 11:39 AM
um I really liked the cookie cutters and pie bake sets! I love to bake. but I really also liked was the Taebo I bought for myself... lol!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2105 posts) at 10:58 AM
DELL dependable, Yeah right? I was on the phone with them for 2 hours last night trying to fix my computer. Software issues,, something has pissed off my hard drive and now I can't load WINDOWS XP.. can't check e-mail, can't YAHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
I am just aggravated, gave that guy that answered the phone a piece of my mind,, paid $3000 for this laptop and I have had to call them 3 times this year and I even bought the extended warranty,, but you know it doesn't cover software problems... Darn it, had to pay $100 just to speak to a tech... one day after Christmas, don't they know this single mother is BROKE!!!!!!!!!!! lol
I just hope they can fix it, suppose to call me this morning at 10:00 so I can load all my programs back on it,,, School starts on 9 January and I can't afford to get behind.....
:( Another test? I am tested out!
Body for Life Forum Message by jansen (145 posts) at 11:01 AM
did they give you the way to get into your system through the back door? They had to do that with mine, takes it back to the day you bought it. There is a "photo" of your system stored in your computer, but you will loose all your data, so you have to back that up first.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (923 posts) at 11:07 AM
If you can I would suggest getting a Mac much better and less problems. We had so many problems with windows it was insane got the Mac Mini (very affordable) and have been very happy with it. Love it and so easy to use too.
I hope it can be fixed. Though I understand your frustrations ;-(
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:11 AM
yep.........computers are wonderful
when they work
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2105 posts) at 11:13 AM
I restored it the last time it didn't work right, but I can't even get to the main page, because WINDOWS won't load at all because something is wrong with a driver so I had to reinstall everything, learned my lesson, going to buy some discs and save stuff on the CDs not on hard drive anymore... Also hooking up my gateway (home station) old but dependable and see what I can do with it, maybe just need an upgrade and I can have it as back-up!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:15 AM
I think I would go with the upgrade.
in the long run you'll be much more satisfied
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (286 posts) at 11:32 AM
I know exactly what you mean! Every time I hit reply on anything, it's hit or miss...sometimes it posts and sometimes it just boots me out altogether! Grrrr! I'm going to have to zero format the darn thing!
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (171 posts) at 01:20 PM
don't feel bad about your computer Listen to this. On Christmas Eve Morning my dishwasher broke, mind you I had christmas dinner at my house for 12 people. then Christmas Eve night we went to get on line to track santa for our 4yr old and there is no juice to the computer at all.
Then on Christmas Hubby went to play a play station two game I bought him and the stinkin play station doesnt' work.
How about that now I'm down with the flu. Go figure.
Thanks for listen.
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2105 posts) at 04:55 PM
Well I am back up and running and it only cost me $108.. GO FIGURE! They make all the $$$$$$$$$. It took me 2 hours last night and 2 hours this morning to load all the drivers, etc just to get it up and running, then I had to get on the phone with Road Runner and get my E-mail hooked back up. Still hooked my old Gateway up and it booted up JUST FINE! Go figure.. I will get the files to update it and I will also have it hooked up to the internet, just need a splitter.... Man what a day! But I am glad that I can get on the tracker site, lost all my contacts and favorites and all my files on my hard drive.... Wheewwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww!
got to go and get some lunch! then I am working out to Turbo Jam!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 05:26 PM
I have a mac that's all I have used cause I used to do artwork. My hard drive just died on me and was thinking about getting a dell.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1359 posts) at 11:40 AM
ME!!!! I'm pregnant! We found out on Christmas Day!
I was sick on that day (all day long!) and I had a feeling that it was "more" then a stomach virus (although I did have a virus! Yuck!) ...sent my husband to the grocery store to pick up two pregnancy tests and both came out positive....very faint lines but still means POSITIVE!
So, I will be a mommy in 2006 and will be a “competing” mommy in 2007! That’s when I’ll be able to compete back to back in multiple different Figure Competitions since my goal of having two kids will be fulfilled!
Surely hope everyone had a great Christmas and wish everyone a very Happy New Year!
Hugs,
Carole
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:44 AM
girl.......it took you no time.....seems like I just read a post from you in the last month that this was the plan.
fertile myrtle, arern't we?
you couldn't have gotten a better gift !! great news!
Body for Life Forum Message by SkaterSharon (20 posts) at 11:47 AM
Congratulations Carole,wishing you all the best for 2006.
Sharon
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2082 posts) at 11:48 AM
Congratulations Carole - what a wonderful Christmas gift to you both!
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 11:48 AM
Congrats. & Thanks for everything you have done this year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (975 posts) at 11:56 AM
Congrats to You ( & Hubby)
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (126 posts) at 12:03 PM
OMG Carole!!!! That is so awesome!!! Congrats my friend! What a great Christmas present!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (589 posts) at 12:06 PM
Congratulations! God Bless you and your family!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Prissy Crissy (63 posts) at 12:14 PM
Congrats to you & your family!! You are so blessed!
Body for Life Forum Message by dreambig (73 posts) at 12:16 PM
Congratulations Carole!- Janice in Vancouver
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (923 posts) at 12:19 PM
AWESOME CONGRATS GIRLIE!!!!!! I am so happy for you!!!!! WOHOOOOOOO!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:35 PM
WOW< CONGRATULATIONS< that's AWESOME<
I didn't even know you were trying, I thought you were trying out for a new competion, shows how much I know, hehe,lol, that's wonderful, I am so happy for you, what a christmas surprise!! the Best!
Love Ya, Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (322 posts) at 12:38 PM
Congratulations! Your daughter will now have a sibling....that will be very good for her. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by wdrew (237 posts) at 12:45 PM
What an awsome Christmas present! Congratulations!
Body for Life Forum Message by twinmom (306 posts) at 12:55 PM
OMG! That is awesome. Congratulations! Best of luck in 2006.
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 01:08 PM
so exciting! :-) congrats!!
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (219 posts) at 01:22 PM
Thats awesome girl! Congrats!
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 01:33 PM
Congrats! That's so exciting! What a great Christmas present! :)
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (625 posts) at 02:19 PM
That is a wonderful Christmas present! Big congrats to you.
Ursula
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 02:21 PM
What a beautiful Christmas gift!!! Congrats to you and your hubby!!!!!!!
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 03:18 PM
Congrats Carole!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (74 posts) at 04:10 PM
Very much congrats!
If you experience rhythmic pressure against your abdominopelvic wall during the latter months in a sequence of 12-10-8-6-12+12 with a minute rest in between pushes and none for the last set... your very much alive, but yet unborn baby is probably doing up a killer leg extension workout!! :)
Best to you and your family!!
Jay~~
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (82 posts) at 04:39 PM
YAY! Congratulations Carole! I am so excited to hear that. We're gonna miss you at dinner tonight, but I'll post pics on my blog tomorrow night when I get home. BIG HUGS!
Jess
Body for Life Forum Message by georgiawendy (313 posts) at 07:45 PM
Congratulations to you and your family Carole!! That is the best Christmas present ever:-) Brings back so many memories for me as Christmas day 1999 was when I found out as well. I wish you all the best for a healthy and enjoyable pregnancy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (427 posts) at 07:48 PM
What a lucky baby to get you as a mother!
Congratulations and all best wishes!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1246 posts) at 07:52 PM
Congratulations Carole!!!! That's wonderful news!!!! Blessings to you and your family!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2105 posts) at 09:18 PM
Someone ought to rename this challenge as the
"You'll have a HOTBODY when you get done CHALLENGE",
watch out ladies! Here they come! LOL! CONGRATS, I am so happy for you,,,I got pregnant after my first BFL challenge!
SEEEEEEEEEEEE what I mean!
Lets us know what it is as soon as you can so we can send you something special!
Body for Life Forum Message by nasa10202004 (116 posts) at 09:33 PM
Congrats! Take care of you and the baby.
Kenny
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1498 posts) at 10:22 PM
Congrats, Carole!!! What a lovely Christmas present (and a nice story to tell the little person when he/she is older!)
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (503 posts) at 10:49 PM
Congratulations you HOT MOMMA!!
Im so excited for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:43 AM
what was the best/worst gift you received this Christmas?
For me:
the worst-----ugly grey house shoes that don't fit.
the best------my husband gave me a "promise box" that had a book listing all the things he was promisgin me (I GOT IT IN WRITING) with a proposal to marry me again on our 25th anniversary (July 2006).......on a beach "somewhere".
so, can anyone beat this?
Body for Life Forum Message by reneakleinisakson (427 posts) at 12:04 PM
My worst gift was a clothes steamer because apparently my mother in law figures I am the only one who should be doing housework, while my husband got "fun" gifts.
My best one was the my husband and I went and got ourselves a digital camera!! Finally!!
Rene'
Body for Life Forum Message by TJ (589 posts) at 12:08 PM
Worst gift… chocolate covered cherries. I love them and can’t stay away from them!
Best gift… both my daughters made it home for Christmas!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 12:22 PM
Rene'----I'd give my husband the clothes steamer for President's day or something
TJ-----whoever gave you chocolate covered cherries should be hit----hard
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (126 posts) at 12:38 PM
I honestly can't think of one bad gift this year!
Best gift- Magic Bullet, juicer/blender/chopper. It does EVERYTHING!! I just got it out of the box this morning to wash it and can't wait to use it!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 01:14 PM
I've considered buying one of those......please let me know how you like it.
Body for Life Forum Message by Blondie26 (171 posts) at 01:17 PM
my best gift was bow flex weights. Yeah!
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 01:46 PM
Worst gift - gift card because I don't have time to shop!
Best gift - really pretty necklace from (gasp) my little BROTHER who used to give the worst gifts ever... he just got engaged and his fiance has really good taste, LOL!
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by Darrell (234 posts) at 01:58 PM
Best gift: My kids (30 & 24) had the best time of their life. (we play christmas games) and I know they love me. That's the best gift of all. Oh, and the youngest got me a bottle of Crown Royal... didn't have the heart to tell her I can't drink it on this challenge.
Worst gift? package of Junior mints. (door prize)
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 02:09 PM
I got all good stuff, my best was my hip rider jeans Whalla, I fit in them, and my smoothie machine!!! and my big feet, lol, my daughter gave me these slippers, hot pink like big feet and the toe nails are polished with glitter, I love them, but they are so big and wide I trip over my own two feet, lol Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (503 posts) at 11:05 PM
Best: Having my Rocky with me and my family and out of ICU. (Man I LOVE that lil guy!) Other best-tie between my digital camera and Magic Bullet
Worst: A statue that Im sure has some kind of meaning but what that meaning is-I dont have a clue!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 11:18 PM
I didn't have a worst gift.
Best gift is that even though Casey was sick as a dog he still spent our Christmas with me and my family. We did our Christmas with my family on the Friday night before Christmas because I had to work on Christmas.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:46 AM
looks like we need to plan one;
go see the "guess who's expecting" thread
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 11:52 AM
Would be nice esp. since she handled the Xmas exchange we should do something nice for her. A Virtual Baby Shower.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:58 AM
you'll just have to educate me on how exactly that would work.
We should make a plan
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (126 posts) at 12:03 PM
Count me in!! Great idea!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 02:06 PM
yea, lets do that, awesome idea
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 03:20 PM
Me too lemme know the details!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2082 posts) at 03:29 PM
So one of my Christmas presents this year was some kind of bow-flex/york gym thingy that Steve is putting together for me as I type.
By the time summer comes if I'm not looking like Mary Elizabeth Lado the contraption goes back to the store!!!!!!
Kidding aside, I've got high hopes for myself for the remainder of the winter - I've put on some good muscle and its a damn shame that its covered in some winter fat. Not quite sure what my game plan is of yet to rid myself of the outer layer but I know I want to work hard and really THIS TIME FOR SURE concentrate on my eating!!!!!
Back to my Mary Elizabeth - I feel like a pubescent boy with his Daddy's Playboy magazine looking at her.......mmmmmmmm, yes I want her body, mmmmmmmmmm. Do you blame me?
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 04:25 PM
Ummmm...have you looked in the mirror??? You look pretty smokin' to me chicky!!! I did check out Ms. Mary, she's got a great bod. Youre not far behind her!!!!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (21 posts) at 05:06 PM
My goal is look like YOU, Flower, but so far I have not gone as far as to put your picture on my fridge with "motivational" words scribbled across the photo!
You'll have to post a picture of your new contraption.
Eileen
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (975 posts) at 05:22 PM
Hey Tracey,
Great Xmas gift :)
I've no doubt you will put it to use & this Mary E chick will be wanting your body next Christmas.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (219 posts) at 04:37 PM
My BF and I got a bowflex for each other for Christmas! It won't be here for a few weeks but I am so excited! We are going to be super buff in the new year!
Did anyone else get fitness/BFL related gifts?
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (126 posts) at 04:45 PM
Well yes, but more on the nutrition side! I got a Magic Bullet and it's AWESOME!! It is a blender/juicer/chopper. Makes awesome protein shakes!
And thats very cool about the bowflex!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2082 posts) at 04:51 PM
Yup - see my Mary Elizabeth Lado post - I'm starting the new year a little different than last year. For my birthday (Feb) last year I got new weights; this year I've got bigger expectations!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (22 posts) at 04:54 PM
Congratulations, LeoGirl. We have a Bowflex too. It works great. I still like the free weights, but my girlfriend loves the Bowflex and when I've used it I've gotten great workouts. Can't wait to hear what you think of yours.
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 06:02 PM
I got a subscription to Oxygen... Does that count? :)
Body for Life Forum Message by rbsamy (361 posts) at 06:15 PM
I got my Body fat omron reader!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Coloradokid1984 (162 posts) at 07:17 PM
i got, well I better not say, But Lori looks hot with them..'
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Casey
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 07:26 PM
I got a smoothie maker to make my protien shakes better then ever
and workout socks in my stocking
and sunless tan lotion for my next pic
and a gift certificate for a month at the tanning place with the super good lotion
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 08:15 PM
I didn't get anything for Christmas work out related, but am looking actively for a used treadmill for the house.
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (503 posts) at 10:56 PM
Shelly...I got the Magic Bullet too! Yes, I AM excited about it if ya cant tell. hehe
I also got the coolest digital food scale so no excuses for portion control now.
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 10:59 PM
Casey, Casey, Casey....you're bad.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2105 posts) at 09:16 PM
Hey guys and gals, if I have e-mailed you at your home or work e-mail, please drop me a line to my e-mail at home, I have to rebuild all of my contacts since my hard drive dumped last night, I LOST THEM ALL!
So all you have to do is send me an e-mail at
icenhouru001@Hawaii.rr.com and just say hi,, that is good enough, I feel lost without you guys there,,, at my finger tips! thanks!, Udenia
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 09:58 PM
ok, just sent you mine
Body for Life Forum Message by gbfan (333 posts) at 10:31 PM
I was watching the TODAY Show this morning and they mentioned the #1 New Year's Resolution... "to lose weight". That seems to be the one I always chose, too. Every year I'd try to find the next best program to start. Well... it's a first!! This is the first year I don't have to worry about that resolution or finding a good program. So, I guess I'll have to find another resolution! Ha!
Has anyone else had this revelation yet?
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 10:56 PM
I just posted this in Big Bulls thread.
Isn't it nice to have a plan? So many are just going at this weight loss stuff with expensive investments in gym memberships and trainers, and all you really have to do is come on here, do a little research and stick to it.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (663 posts) at 11:17 PM
Happy happy birthday Carole! aka cfingram!
Wow...what a month for you, eh? Christmas, birthday, and learning your wonderful news on your upcoming second child! So congratulations, and Happy Birthday!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 11:19 PM
Wow, she should go buy a lottery ticket. Everything is going her way.
Happy Birthday!!!!!
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (219 posts) at 11:24 PM
Happy Birthday!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (117 posts) at 11:28 PM
Happy birthday!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1246 posts) at 11:33 PM
Happy Birthday Carole!!!! I hope you have a very special day!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (161 posts) at 09:46 PM
I am thinking about buying an elliptical machine. Anyone care to give any recommendations on best models? Maybe tell me what you do and don't like about yours?
Thanks,
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by one more time (132 posts) at 09:54 PM
don't buy the orbitrek. It's a good idea, but they don't hold up to daily use. I have bought one and had it replaced 3 different times. they come with a life time guarantee, but to get a replacement you have to pay $70+ in shipping. I wish there was one that I could recommend, but I only have experience with this junker.
Body for Life Forum Message by Valerie (25 posts) at 10:07 PM
I've got a proform elliptical and so far it works great for me
it was about $700 from costco
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (627 posts) at 08:36 AM
I used to eat those when I did South Beach and they were yummy! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (219 posts) at 02:53 PM
How long do you boil chicken breast from frozen?
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (2 posts) at 03:01 PM
I boil from frozen for about 20 minutes and then check it.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 03:06 PM
Leogirl, if you have a crock pot you can always toss them in w/ some water for the night on a low setting, and they turn out great by morning.
Body for Life Forum Message by jansen (145 posts) at 03:10 PM
I've done the overnight crock pot chicken, and what great flavor! Like Snowboardingfairy says, just remember to set it on low.
Body for Life Forum Message by LeoGirl (219 posts) at 03:12 PM
Thanks everyone! I'll have to try the crock pot one!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 03:24 PM
Ugh! Boiled chicken?!?!?!
Is that any good?
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (21 posts) at 10:06 PM
Anyone else out there work 70+ hour weeks in an office and can give me some tips?
Lately I've been eating things like chicken and avocado sandwiches (wholegrain of course) from a deli at lunch. I eat yoghurt with cottage cheese a lot, and tuna on toast in the mornings.
Does anyone out there have good ideas for very very quick, non fussy meals I can eat at the office during the day? We have a microwave and a toaster :) I have dinner at the office too so am receptive to easy as dinner suggestions.
I'm kinda getting bored of the old yoghurt and cottage cheese combo, great as it is.
Oh, am doing the Myoplex too. I think it tastes like poo, but I'm drinking the stuff!!
By the way, thought I'd just mention that I've been reading a lot of posts from people who hold down jobs, raise their kids, and do BFL at the same time! You guys are AMAZING!! Any time I get down about my long hours, I just think about you and how I sure as hell should be able to do it too, WITHOUT feeling sorry for myself!! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by tinkerbell (317 posts) at 10:24 PM
I love Carole's protein bars. They are really tasty, very easy to make and a fraction of the cost of store bought ones.
Here is the link:
http://caroleingram.blogspot.com/2005/11/homemade-yummy-protein-bar.html
I have eaten these 3X a day when I'm busy.
I would also try cooking in advance on the weekends maybe and freezing portions for you to take to work. If you have the EFL book, there are dozens of recipes in there which you could make in advance and freeze or keep on hand. I have frozen the chili and chicken noodle soup. I also have a great turkey lasagna recipe that freezes well.
The key to staying on track is planning. Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 10:37 PM
Wow, your meals sound exactly like mine. Same old stuff every day. I hope you get some good tips, I'll be waiting.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 10:51 PM
Ready to drink shakes, or if you only have the powder, just make an entire pitcher of shake and take three of them with you to work. Cottage Cheese and yogurt is a good snack. Like tinkerbell said, just plan ahead and make your meals in advance. It takes a little bit of planning and organization but after you do it for a couple of weeks it will be second nature for you.
Good luck!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (427 posts) at 11:00 PM
My easiest at-work meals consisted of frozen veggie burgers and frozen greens (edamame, broccoli, green beans, etc.). A few minutes in the nuker, and it's good to go.
My fave veggie burger brand is Morningstar Farms. (Their website features a yummy-looking BFL-friendly recipe. http://www.kelloggs.com/brand/msfarms/recipes/featured.shtml )
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1498 posts) at 11:03 AM
2-3 times per week, usually after HIIT.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (394 posts) at 11:13 AM
when I begin challenge 2; on Monday
I will be doing AB work 3 to 4 times per week
I have a best abs contest starting with another tracker member on that date. So, I'll be kicking that one up a notch
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1498 posts) at 10:59 AM
I saw his blog!!! Congrats on your new bundles of joy, lol!!!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by Greg_H (15 posts) at 05:47 PM
My question to everyone is: Is HIIT cardio that much better than a good, long, steady cardio session, or is it just more time efficient? The reason I ask this is because one goal I have for 2006 is to ride from my house, to my parents house on my bike, a ride of about 130 miles if I figured it right. To do this will obviously require a ton of time riding my bike every week and this is what I planned to do for my cardio workouts. Right now I won't be riding for much more than 45 min. to an hour outside (kinda cold in MI right now) so until my saddle time increases I thought I should mabye throw in some HIIT in the morning on days that I'll be riding. Once rides are getting to be 90 min. or more, that is the only cardio I plan on doing. What does everybody else think? Thanks.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (586 posts) at 07:37 PM
Depends on what you are doing. Bill Phillips has set forth a plan that is meant to "transform" your body. The cardio is meant to constantly challenge your body to continually acheive more.
I don't think that 90 mins of cardio is "bad" especially when you are training for an event that is going to take you longer. However, I don't think you would be following the BFL plan and may not see the "transformation" results that Bill promises his plan will produce.
I believe that you can Eat for Life and you can follow the weight traning. Part of his book is all about planning and keeping a committment. If your goal is to ride your bicycle for that distance, I think you need to do what you need to do to achieve that goal.
Some people do their cardio BFL style (HIIT's) and then do their additional cardio. Can you do this?
Are you really concerned with the transformation results or the bike goal?
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 01:17 PM
You look great!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats! Love the smile too!!! ;->
Keep Pump'n
Rob'n
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 01:32 PM
WOW... you look awesome! great job!!
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by Darrell (234 posts) at 01:53 PM
You did well dude!
Crack's not an authorized meal supplement though..
(Just kidding)
You look good!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 10:00 PM
Hi Lori, Glad you are back and doing better,
Missed ya
GET*HER*DONE LINDA
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 02:00 PM
First and foremost, all of you inspire me!!!!!
The person I want to inspire the most this year is my boyfriend. He is God's precious gift to me!!
Weight wise he only needs to lose about 20-35 pounds, he carries it all in his belly. His eating habits are horrible and he has no exercise in his life. I want to inspire him to be HEALTHY!!! I want to inspire him to make right choices when it comes to food. He's already taken a huge step and cut sodas and all sugary drinks from his diet and lost 10 pounds!!! (yippee for him!!!!) He's such a huge inspiration to me concerning everyday life, so I really want to inspire him and share this part of my life with him!
Most importantly, I want to do it by example, not by words. I want him to see me living this life, not just hear me talk about it.
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 02:17 PM
After I wrote this thread I called my BF and told him, "I have to get on a schedule! If I dont prioritize my life Im going to end up weighing 300 pounds again!!!!" He was so encouraging and said he would support me in anyway needed!!! I came up with a plan, emailed it to him, and all was good. Then, I realized I left out "spiritual time". I didnt leave any time for personal prayer and bible study. So, I met with him later that night and told him I was going to have to steal an hour away from him to get in my prayer and bible study time. He smiled at, gave me a huge hug, and said, "Robin, THIS is why I love you! Because you have your priorities in order!"
I feel so much better now!
Oh yea, I kinda turned down the VP job. I told them I would help out on special events and do what I could but I did not want them to rely on me solely. They agreed!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by Hkrchic (9 posts) at 08:25 PM
Sounds like you have a wonderful BF to support you. that is wonderful! I agree that it is hard to fit it all in. Funny thing is about following the BFL program is that you seem to create time since you gain so much more energy! I use the Stephen Covey method for planning my week activties. I set out each Sunday the areas of my my life that are important to me (Family, Friends, Personal growth, volunteeing, health etc.) and list out what I want to do in each area and what day I will do it. That way, I know ahead of time what is really important and get that done All the small stuff that comes up can fit around the important things!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:16 PM
I love mine, I got 53 songs downloaded, all my favorites, Cher, Fleewood Mac, 50's and 60 70's and 80's and of course Country Music
I dance on the ellipitcall machine, LOL
(gives an added workout, lol
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:08 PM
Hottie??????? hehehehe, lol! I love it!
Bill says I look like a teenie bopper, I sure hope he meat that in a good way and not that I am dressing to young for my age, oh well if I am , so what, I'm having a blast, lol
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by Larry (137 posts) at 12:30 PM
Linda,
There is no doubt. You photos tell a stunning tale of transformation.
But I must say, you have and have always had, a heart of gold.
Now your outer beauty is equal to that beautiful and caring soul that was always within. Well done!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 01:10 PM
Wow Linda!!!!!!!!!!! You look absolutely beautiful! You radiate!!!! I could feel the joy in your post and the pics confirm it!!!! Good for you girly!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats on your hard work and success!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by Darrell (234 posts) at 01:50 PM
Linda! GREAT JOB!! You look fantastic!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 02:04 PM
Thanks Darrell, Haven't heard from you in a while, hope all is ok,
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (71 posts) at 08:09 PM
WOW!!! Not sure how I missed this earlier! You are smokin'!! Great Job Linda! You have every right to brag, you go girl!
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 08:13 PM
You have done a great job and are an inspiration to all of us. Even us new guys. The look on your face tells it all.
Body for Life Forum Message by nasa10202004 (116 posts) at 09:23 PM
Linda
You are amazing. You have always made me feel like the Champion you are. Thanks for the inspiration, I am looking up to you always!
Kenny
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:04 PM
oh, yea, that seems so long ago, hehe,but I remember it well!
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (131 posts) at 12:54 AM
TNT I'm cracking up because I totally said the same thing to my husband today!! No need for an abs workout today... my abs are rock solid from all the coughing I've been doing!! Hope you're well soon. ~Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 07:03 AM
Well I can say that I am better I self diagnosed after a failed attempt in ER and then being admitted to the hospital. But I'm still going to follow Dr. orders and reschedule Dr. Appt. I was so miserable on Xmas that I scared my nieces. I spent all Xmas in bed and decided Xmas night to take antihistimes, it worked like a charm.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (663 posts) at 11:37 PM
Hope you are feeling better soon Chuck. I'm right there with you! Been having major complications with my asthma for the past week, and had to do my breathing treatments every hour yesterday. It's still not cleared up. I am out of vacation time so I can't get into the doctor this week. I've been trying to do my best with the medications that I have, but they are not helping this time. I think I've been on them too long, and have built up a tolerance. Thought about going to the ER Sunday, but have been trying to avoid it. I haven't had problems this bad in over 10 years.
Hang in there!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 05:52 AM
Good morning everyone!
well my "trainer" for my competition didnt get any of my emails over last week, even though I emailed her three times. As a result, she didnt have my workout plan, or nutrition plan ready to go. I guess I was kind of counting on that to start this week..so now that I dont have that, and I took off four days for Christmas, I'm in kind of a funk..gee, I wish some of my tracker friends would come to my rescue for support..(uh..hint hint)! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (48 posts) at 06:18 AM
Okay... First order of business.. Fire Trainer. Next Hire new trainer. LOL
I know what you mean about taking days off for christmas... I did the same and now I have to really dig deep and get back on track... I've been out of the loop for so long now, I'm kinda lost myself. I'm on week nine of C1 (sort of, after missing a week in there)and I feel like crap. You and I both need to concentrate and make this last stretch count. Then start up C2 with a rolling BANG!
LETS DO IT!
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by Larry (137 posts) at 06:50 AM
What's the date of your first competition Gary? That's got to light your fire! I know it's this Summer or Fall, but what is the exact date?
Besides, you're an old pro at this, right? You've been doing this for a few years. You already know how to work out and what to eat.
Have a little self-talk, "Trainer Gary" to "Competitor Gary," then do whatever it takes to get it done. If you need to get a new trainer, get one. But get to a gym and eat clean today!
Let us know how it goes!
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 07:38 AM
The date is September 30th..I did chest today..but I keep getting out the door late..I am in a major FUNK! I don tknow if its week 7-9 blues or what..but help me snap out of it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Larry (137 posts) at 07:59 AM
No problem, mate. We all go through these "funks." Talk to you later.
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (625 posts) at 08:10 AM
Well snap out of it! (a little quote from Moonstruck ;)
Ok go do a chicken dance and you will feel better;) Put on some music and just start dancin. You can't be in a funk and dance, you will have to cheer up.
Ursula
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (625 posts) at 08:13 AM
lmao I am listening to rhapsody on my computer and what comes on????
Gonna Fly Now (theme from Rocky) lol See it's a sign ;)
Urs
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (141 posts) at 08:57 AM
Go find that shot of you holding Cameron at Comica Park. Ask yourself if you want to look like that in September. :)
If that can't get you moving, then go start and ant farm. ;)
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 08:59 AM
ya know, when I was about 7 or 8..I tried to send away for an ant farm! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by Brandnewme2006 (12 posts) at 09:26 AM
Ok(kick in the pants) Now get up and get your butt in gear. If the rest of us have to so do you. Funk? No Way aint got no time for any funk. Gotta soar with the eagles cause Im tired of hanging with turkeys (no more turkey please) hehe! Have a great week! Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (794 posts) at 09:32 AM
Wow..........I don't think anymore can be said........YOU got your marching orders!!!
BB
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 09:33 AM
well..I did get my butt in gear..but its just been dragging today. I did chest (4 sets of 10, 8, 6 and 12 reps)..I did db bench presses, bb inclines and bb declines..I was also supposed to do cardio and abs today
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (141 posts) at 09:36 AM
So do cardio and abs when you get home tonight. No biggie. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 09:41 AM
we'll see..if I can get 20-30 minutes to myself when I get home that would be great!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (503 posts) at 10:14 AM
OK Tiger, Im not tryin to sound TOO harsh but....
MAKE the 20 minutes for yourself when you get home!!! If this is what you REALLY want-you will find a way, funk or no funk.
Like Porter says "Ya gotta want it!!""
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 10:18 AM
no it doesnt sound harsh..Im just in one of those latter days in the challenge kind of haze, ya know?
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (126 posts) at 10:23 AM
Tiger, you can SOOOOO do this!! I completely understand the funk but think of how much closer to your goal you will be if you just kick it up a notch!! We are gonna keep you accountable ;)I'm gonna ask tomorrow!!
Shelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 10:24 AM
that would be nice! I wish my trainer would get a hold of me!
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (187 posts) at 10:42 AM
Hey, Gary! Did you see that they referred to your favorite baseball stadium as "Comica" park? In a weird way, it's sort of true on some of those Tiger days, huh? Anyway, it made me think of a way to pull yourself out of the funk. Visualize 1984! Not the movie, or the book, but the Tigers! 25 wins out of their first 30 games! Trammell, Whittaker, Gibson, Evans! That was the team--Jack Morris. Attack life like they did!
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 10:44 AM
I just noticed that..well..they did inprove their pitching..but the team is getting older and older.
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (56 posts) at 06:29 AM
It not knowing what to do, it's doing what you know.
- Anthony Robbins
I came accross this one this morning by one of my favorite authors and motivational speakers. Let me ask you this: How many of you could tell anyone pretty much everything about BFL, and you know at your core that if they would just follow what your telling them, that they would see massive positive results in their body. However, we often find that we can't get ourselves to apply the same knowledge on a consistant basis.
Enjoy!
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by justdoit (236 posts) at 08:05 AM
Love It!! Have to tremember it when I'm making excuses!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kelly (2 posts) at 08:40 AM
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 09:24 AM
SO TRUE... thanks for sharing!
Body for Life Forum Message by Brandnewme2006 (12 posts) at 09:37 AM
Amen
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 09:16 AM
There are still quite a few people who still would like to join the January Mini Challenge. If you are interest, please sign up. There is room for more.
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 09:24 AM
Crone, is the mini challenge a 4 or 6 week?
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 09:27 AM
4 weeks
Body for Life Forum Message by Brandnewme2006 (12 posts) at 09:28 AM
Yall come on. I want to be on a team. Go TEAM Go, Go TEAM Go, ok so now lets all get signed up!
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (794 posts) at 09:30 AM
Definitely Crone......Please Put me on a team!
thanks..........BB
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 10:18 AM
me me me me me!!! *jumping up and down waving my hands in the air!!!*
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (794 posts) at 10:20 AM
We gots Brandy, BIG BULL, and GetNFit.......who wants to join our all-star cast??? Who wants to be on the winning team???
Jump in with us!!!
BB
Body for Life Forum Message by scotfarcus (11 posts) at 10:25 AM
I'd like to join!
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 11:31 AM
Crone - I think you have me on the list already but I wanted to make sure! :)
I could REALLY use the extra motivation!
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 11:35 AM
You are on the list- AirSpace
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (71 posts) at 11:37 AM
Crone...put me on a team PLEASE!!! Nothing like waiting till the last minute, huh??? THANKS!
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (794 posts) at 12:00 PM
Crone........throw me down as a captain, if you have to form a new team!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 12:09 PM
Thanks for volunteering BB.
Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (102 posts) at 12:10 PM
I think you have me down on a waiting list as well?????
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 12:16 PM
Yes katie you are on the list.
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:20 PM
I am doing the TORCH Challenge in memory of Julie Whitt starting Jan 2, go sign up if you like, it's at www.helpjuliewhitt.com
But I can do this one too, so sign me up ,Please!
GET*HER*DONE
Body for Life Forum Message by Adora (15 posts) at 01:08 PM
Crone,
Thank you for putting this mini challenge together. Yes, Sami and I want to play. What do we do now?
Love and Grace,
Adora
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (451 posts) at 01:12 PM
1st of all who's Sami? 2nd I'm getting a list of names together to form another team, which I will name hopefully tomorrow. Right now I will add you to the list.
Body for Life Forum Message by Adora (15 posts) at 01:49 PM
Sami is the person I have been doing my challenge with and he is my boyfriend. Thanks. WHere do I get the rules, etc?
Body for Life Forum Message by Brandnewme2006 (12 posts) at 09:42 AM
Too funny. My dtr just came and told me she REALLY REALLY needed an apple. I asked her why. She said it would get rid of her hiccups. So I gave her one. (and a glass of water) Hiccups are gone! I love being a mommy....
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (794 posts) at 09:49 AM
YOU can Go to Health or Go to.........in 2006! I remember vividly when I stumbled across the Body of Work Video as I was cleaning my office at home a year ago. It was still in its wrapper. I can't even remember how we acquired it, but this time I was determined to sit down and watch it. Bill made a statement that I will never forget and it went something like....you are either gaining muscle and losing fat or you are doing the opposite. YOU CAN'T BE NEUTRAL...you are moving in one direction or the other. I bought in and chose LIFE. It has made all the difference.
Where are you "going to GO" this year? Better yet...what is it that causes you to choose the opposite of the best, healthiest you? Figure that out....identify it...corner it.....stymie it......apprehend it.....control it.....master it......Never let "it" master you again!
For me it is "depression"....that is hard to admit. I know it lurks and tries to catch me wtih my guard down. I know it is what caused me to fall of the wagon the past two months. I know I have learned to master it and have the proper help to beat it, control it and overcome it.
2006 promises great challenges and great accomplishment....Where are you "going to GO" this year??? What is "it" that you must face and conquer as you climb your MOUNTAIN???
BIG BULL prepping for the climb!
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (212 posts) at 10:32 AM
Now I see why everyone was so happy to have you back! Great post!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SimpleButterfly (286 posts) at 10:37 AM
I agree! What a great post!
I know how you feel about the depression. Actually, I think a lot of people who deal with depression benefit from Body for Life!
We are so happy to have you here!
Connie
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (212 posts) at 11:07 AM
Before I started BFL I was having wicked anxiety attacks along with my depression! I am happy to say that they have subsided and I no longer have those attacks, I still have bouts of depression but not for very long because I go and work it out at the gym!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:27 PM
oh yea, the depression, the anxiety try to get in my way, but I tell it to go to Health and a good workout always cheers me up.
My biggest mountain right now is just to lift more, I seem to be at a max for lifting weights, I am at the 60 to 100lbs on different machines, but free weights are baby wts, I am struggling to lift more . But you know me,
I'll GET*HER*DONE!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hkrchic (9 posts) at 08:37 PM
I love your post! Someone made a comment today about how I seem to be in such a better mood. The only change I have made is starting BFL, so it is already making a difference.
Body for Life Forum Message by nasa10202004 (116 posts) at 09:06 PM
Big Bull
I have already started my climb! Great post bro, I like how you spelled out the Body of works for those who haven't seen it. Porter asked me what I would do different if I could do it over again and I said watch Body of Works everyday(since I recently got it). What an amazing video. I had a pretty bad depression/drinking/eating/lazyness/... problem, but now I am ready to climb that mountain with you. GO get it brother, it's there for you to take it!
Kenny
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (21 posts) at 10:22 PM
Hey, what is the Body of Works video?
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (466 posts) at 10:23 PM
Big Bull Stokin the FIRE!!!!
I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!
Rod preppin right there with ya!
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 10:55 PM
Big Bull nice post. I was going to start something similar, but I will just feed off of your energy.
Isn't it nice to know you have a plan, and we all have a plan. THere are so many out there that at this time of year are making all of these New Years resolutions and have no idea on how to accomplish them. We all have this AMAZING support system at our finger tips and thousands of accountability partners to help pick us up along the way.
Isn't it nice to have a plan?
Body for Life Forum Message by tigermuscle (334 posts) at 12:01 PM
wow! I can see a difference!!! and thats with four days bad eating! what do you think?
Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (102 posts) at 12:02 PM
I can most definitely see a difference. Keep up the great work. You are doing marvelous!
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (625 posts) at 12:05 PM
Can see definition in your arms, and your shoulder/neck muscle is standing out more. Also am seeing a big differance in your tummy area. Great job! What ever your doing, you must be doing it right ;)
Urs
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (794 posts) at 12:08 PM
Definitely.....looks like you have more "tiger in your tank" and less "junk in your trunk!" Keep it up and GO Lyeland, Pudge and the TIGERS in '06!!!!
BIG BULL
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 12:13 PM
yea, yea, ya, yippie, I can see the results just poppong out and smiling all over the place, keep up the great job, BFL works!
GET*HER*DONE LINDA
Body for Life Forum Message by iceskater (322 posts) at 12:40 PM
Congratulations! I see a BIG difference! I knew you could do it! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by twinmom (306 posts) at 12:57 PM
OMG! What a difference. Definately see a difference in your arms, shoulders and abs. Keep up the good work!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 01:07 PM
Youre getting out of your comfort zone buddy!!! Way to go!!!! Big high five for you!!!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 01:49 PM
WOW... really impressive results so far... keep it up, you're looking GREAT!!
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 03:27 PM
WOO HOO! Your tummy is definately smaller and your shoulders are more defined!
Keep it up!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Greg_H (15 posts) at 05:50 PM
Definitely a change bro! Shoulders and traps are more defined as well as the shrinking stomach...Good job man!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by sas (43 posts) at 05:56 PM
Wow you can totally see your chest popping!! great job!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1246 posts) at 07:40 PM
WOW!!! WOO HOO!!! I can see a huge difference!!!! You're doing an awesome job!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (427 posts) at 07:44 PM
You're doing a great job! Don't you just love seeing your muscles appear?!?
Stay true to clean eating, bud. It's 90% of your success!!
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (71 posts) at 07:59 PM
Yay for you!!! I can totally see a difference! Great Job, keep it up!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by blemt (141 posts) at 09:00 PM
Shoulders are looking awesome man. Is that a collar bone I see there? ;)
See, you slipped but didn't fall. I'm proud of you. Dial it up another notch bro- September is coming.
Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (4 posts) at 09:13 PM
Go TigerMuscle!!! It's so encouraging when we see results like this. The work is really paying off. Can't wait to see the 12 week pics!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by nasa10202004 (116 posts) at 09:25 PM
Dude, are those T-bones on your chest? You are firming up brother, keep it up!
Kenny
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1043 posts) at 01:11 PM
I would like to do a push up challenge for my next challenge. I am shooting for 5000 push ups in twelve weeks. If anyone would like to join me drop a message.
Body for Life Forum Message by ShineyHiney (327 posts) at 01:17 PM
Good for you Jeremy! I would like to increase my distance with my running in memory of Julie. She so badly wanted to be able to run. She always told me after she got her new lungs, she was going to be able to run like she always wanted to. This lady did not have "can't" in her vocabulary.
Why doesn't everyone pick something to focus on in their challenge in memory of Julie. It's hard for me to believe she is gone, but I think this is wonderful, we will keep her memory alive. The torch challenge should be an annual event.
Body for Life Forum Message by Larry (137 posts) at 01:22 PM
Jeremy -- That's an impressive goal! Wow!
And "Hello there" Donna! At this time the Torch Challenge is an ongoing event. There will be one starting each month.
And if the interest remains high, who knows what could happen?
Yours in fitness, Larry
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Believe, Achieve, Inspire!
Body for Life Forum Message by ShineyHiney (327 posts) at 01:28 PM
Good Larry, let's do this for Julie. I still need to call you too!
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 01:51 PM
I'm going to try and run the stairs at Red Rocks every week, as I know Julie would. It is a very inspiring place, but the fact that it was one of her dreams makes me really appreciate it that much more. I will not complain while doing it either:)
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1043 posts) at 06:16 PM
whatever your goals are lets "just do it"
Body for Life Forum Message by Coloradokid1984 (162 posts) at 07:32 PM
I dedicate to Julie during my next challenge that I will do cardio a minimum 5 times per week.....! Each week I achieve this goal I will create a thread indicating my goal was met. This will allow all of you to keep us up-dated on your dedication to the memory of Julie...
Casey
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (57 posts) at 01:13 PM
Many of you have some fantastic B&A photos to be proud of. Many of you are just now preparing to take your very 1st before photos.
Because I am always seaching and creating ways to motivate myself....You might find extra motivation to complete the 12 week BFL Challenge & hit your HighPoints, if one of your goals is to share your BFL photos & success story on Oprah. You can never have too many motivational tools in your belt! ...For complete details ...
<ahref="https://www.oprah.com/plugger/templates/BeOnTheShow.jhtml?action=respond&plugId=B5700003">Click Here</a>
What are your motivational tools?
Merry Christmas and a Happy New..."You"!
Jerry Braam
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 01:24 PM
Me, I want to be on Oprah!!!
I'm doing the Julie Whitt Torch Challenge and it will be my best challenge ever,
I'lll GET*HER*DONE LINDA
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (956 posts) at 01:54 PM
I thought Oprah doesn't support BFL because of her deal with Bob Green.
Remember when Mina and Kelly were on her show? She wouldn't let them mention BFL on air.
I certainly wouldn't go on her show if I couldn't talk about the AWESOME BFL program.
If she'd let people talk about BFL, sign me up.
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (184 posts) at 01:56 PM
Yeah its kind of silly she does that. I checked out Bob Green's 12 week make-over....its almost the same as BFL.
Body for Life Forum Message by jshelton (1661 posts) at 01:59 PM
Thanks Jerry! I'm going to make that one of my goals for C5, which I start next week. It would mean a lot to me to make an impact on people with chronic illness who need hope that you can still lose weight with a hormonal disorder.
Jim
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (57 posts) at 02:17 PM
I am well aware of the omissions of BFL on Oprah. I have a whole thread discussing it on the message board of www.BodyforLIFEcruise.com & www.JerryBraam.com if you need more info.
That is the platform for my goal! To saturate the producers of Harpo Productions with thousands of BFL Success Stories. Tens of thousands from around the globe. They can't ignore Body-for-LIFE forever. So lets complete our Challenges, reach our new goals & send our photos so we can share the truth about what is really transforming our world into a more positive place. Isn't that what Oprah says? Her goal is to help make the world a better place? Like I said earlier...This is another great way to stay motivated AND...help Oprah, help the world. Send her your BFL photos!
Jerry
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (956 posts) at 02:25 PM
Got it Jerry...Will Do!
I think it's high time that BFL gets some big time press.
Heck, we might even get Oprah herself onboard with BFL!
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (57 posts) at 02:54 PM
SupaFreak said:
Heck, we might even get Oprah herself onboard with BFL!
...Only if she can make $$$ on it! But I hope I'm wrong.
Still...Send her your photos at the link above
Braam
Body for Life Forum Message by cfingram (1359 posts) at 03:18 PM
That's REALLY cool!!
Thanks for sharing Jerry!
COME ON, I WANT TO SEE AMAZING TRANSFORMATIONS FOR 2006!!!
I'll be the BIGGEST Cheerleader of all! (since I'll be growing, not losing for the next several months!! *lol*).
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2808 posts) at 09:42 PM
carole, send in your now pics, the before and now are awesome!
Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1498 posts) at 10:18 PM
Ooohh.. this could be some awesome motivation!!!
Thanks, Jerry!!!
Nancy
Body for Life Forum Message by Wrecky (184 posts) at 01:53 PM
Here we go! Holiday eating behind us (mind you I didn't do TOO badly)...and still haven't missed a workout. I am looking really forward to the next 6 weeks to see what I can do...gotta have a strong finish!
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 02:35 PM
Good for you!!!! You can do it!!!!!!!!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1246 posts) at 07:49 PM
Yes, You Can Do It!!!! You're doing a great job!!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (117 posts) at 11:34 PM
Atta kid, keep up the good work.
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1094 posts) at 11:35 PM
You did WAY better than I did. Great job.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by lcis (1 posts) at 05:27 PM
I dont know if this is typical but i can not stand doing cardio. i have yet to figure out if its the actual exercise or the feeling i am going to pass out at the end of it. As result i am only damaging my program, missed about 30% of my cardio. its not like i dont have the time, after all i am in the middle of nowhere (Alert Canada) and have the time. just motivtion i guess. Its a lazy thing, as i do procrastinate by nature. Well not having ever posted and being new,, thought i would just let all that out. Have been reading lots of post and am amazed what all you folks have done. Nice to see regular folk make amazing changes. Keeps one thinking its possible. Any how thanks for a place to vent. happy new year all
john ..
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 05:36 PM
Hey John....
Even though I love running I sometimes get really bored....
Have you tried listening to your favorite music or watching TV at your gym? I get my long run in every Sunday watching the NFL game I am most interested in...
Or, try a different machine or different kind of exercise...
If all else fails, just think, "all I have to do is 5 minutes.... and if it's that bad, I'll stop. I have tricked myself many ways by telling myself this.... and I never have stopped before 20 min.
Finally...If it's the way you feel.... tone it down just a bit, even if it means you dont QUITE hit a "10" Lower quality cardio is better than NO CARDIO AT ALL.
Hope that is helpful. :) Kelli
Body for Life Forum Message by snowboardingfairy (178 posts) at 06:03 PM
John, I can't stand cardio either, never have, and highly doubt I ever will. Having said that I too "trick" myself as Reagiesmom said. Once I get going I just keep thinking why stop, only 15 min left. What I found to help me is to stamper out of bed and right onto my eliptical, before I find anything that could possibly distract me. Once my day starts, so do my excuses, so I try to get it out of the way 1st thing. Good Luck- your not alone:)
Body for Life Forum Message by brandy (3 posts) at 08:00 PM
John, I count down the number of times I have to hit that level. After the first level 9, I tell myself only three more times and so on. It makes it go by faster. I also do my cardio first thing in the morning and listen to loud music. I used to be scared of doing the cardio because it was so tough but once I got used to the intensity I look forward to hitting my 10. Good luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (427 posts) at 08:06 PM
I never really liked cardio, either. What I do is envision people in front of my treadmill cheering me on - Monica Brandt one day, Bill Phillips the next, everyone on Tracker the next. Or sometimes I pretend I AM Monica - she wouldn't quit or whine - she'd just look really fantastic doing her sprints. Basically, whatever it takes to DO IT!
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 08:11 PM
cardio is not fun. Like hot body said, picture results as you run. 20 minutes isn't even a sitcom. Also, it is only about 5-6 of your favorite songs. I put it off in my first challenge, but this second one I am going strickly by the book.
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (21 posts) at 08:51 PM
Yes i do what helpdial911 does. I set up five songs on my iPod and say "alright I get to listen to five of my favourite songs!"...
I also think of myself lounging around in a bikini somewhere with gorgeous men fawning over me..... doo dee doo...
Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (4 posts) at 09:19 PM
John, I found that if I do my cardio as soon as I get up, it really helps because I can move on with my day and not have to think about it anymore. If I put it off, I keep making excuses and then it's night and I still have to do it. IT'S REALLY TORTURE THEN!!!! I also agree with Bill Phillips that it seems to burn more fat first thing in the morning before you eat anything.
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (131 posts) at 06:02 PM
I've never been so happy to be sick in my life. Actually I'm not at all happy about being sick but I'm thrilled to have a treatable diagnosis! I'm so sick of this illness I've had. I was supposed to start challenge #2 yesterday but I couldn't make it up stairs w/o wheezing and coughing, let alone working out! Hopefully these antibiotics will kick the infection quickly and I can still get a jump on all you January 2nd folks LOL. If not, and I start Monday, I know I'll be in grand company:)
~Ang-on-the-mend
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (923 posts) at 06:07 PM
Yea! Me too! LOL I just got back from the doc and I have the same thing! I can't wait to take my antibiotics and take my cough medicine tonight. I am gonna try to head back into the gym on Thurs. Wooohooo!
Body for Life Forum Message by PartTimeMom (685 posts) at 06:12 PM
I know exactly what you mean. Having an infection isn't fun. But having an infection instead of some other serious mind numbing disease is GREAT ;)
Glad you found out what was wrong.
Body for Life Forum Message by Miz G (76 posts) at 07:19 PM
What are your symptoms? I may have the same thing. Spent the day in the ER waiting to see a doctor and didnt succeed...too many other more pressing cases. I have been sick for 10 days now. Dead tired but can't sleep. Will attempt plan b tomorrow and go to a walk in clinic. Hopefully I will be able to see a doctor before sundown tomorrow. This is the 4th time I have been sick this year and by far the worst.
Missed Christmas and everything. : (
Body for Life Forum Message by Coloradokid1984 (162 posts) at 07:27 PM
I understand, I have had one for just over a week and today is the first day that I feel like I have ran a mile going up my stairs at home... Rest get better, then hit that challenge.. Casey
Body for Life Forum Message by AngRoCamp (131 posts) at 08:53 PM
Miz G my symptoms have been sore throat, cough, ear ache, head ache, all-over muscle ache, swollen glands, fever (off and on) and congestion. Only at one time did I have all the symptoms at once, the rest of the time it's been sort of hit and miss. I finally got in to see the doc today and had the infection confirmed so I got my rx for antibiotics. I hope you can get an answer to your illness and get feeling well quickly!!! Sickness sucks. Especially when you're craving health and fitness!!!! ~Ang
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (427 posts) at 07:40 PM
So, after a successful finish of my first complete 12-week Challenge, I decided I'd give myself one week of rest before kicking it back into gear again. That was three months - and, sad to say, many pizzas and cookies - ago. It took a while for all that fat to catch up, but just last week I couldn't fit into my new smaller sized jeans. Yowza!
Just when I was finishing the Challenge, things at work started to go sour. The head of my organization hadn't been paying attention to the financials, and one day in September we were all shocked to learn that we didn't have enough in the bank to carry us through another full month. So the Board laid off 6 people (out of 12 of us) immediately - no notice, no severance. It was truly heart- and gut-wrenching. They asked me to stay, but I did not want to hang around in such an uncertain environment. I quickly got to work taking people in my network out to lunch and so very fortunately, landed a great new job in record time. The transition was a bit bumpy and unsettling, and I just couldn't figure out a way to re-focus on BFL. Now with a new schedule (no more constant late nights at the office!) and membership in a BRAND NEW gym (can you say Individual Flat Screens at every cardio machine?), I'm raring to go!!
[I realize many of you don't remember me...or don't even know me since you joined after I sorta dropped off. That's okay. I'm feeling like a new person anyway!!]
I'm starting a new Challenge on January 2nd (with so many other of you Tracker buds)! Let's DO IT!!
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1246 posts) at 07:44 PM
YAY!!!! Welcome Back Hot Body!!!!! I was wondering what happened to you!! I am so happy to see you posting again!!! You will do a great job on your new challenge!!!! I wish you all the best!!! See you around the Tracker!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (363 posts) at 07:59 PM
Hey girl....I REMEMBER YOU!! Wow, so many things have changed for you. Congrats on the new job...and welcome back. It is gonna be great to have you around for your NEW challenge..with the rest of us!! 2006 will be awesome!
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (17 posts) at 08:19 PM
Hi Hot Body,
I too am a prodigal child. Let's kick some serious butt this time, ok?
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (51 posts) at 08:38 PM
Congrats on gettin' back into it! I am ready to get back on track too! I feel like a big piece of crap! LET'S DO IT!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by nasa10202004 (116 posts) at 09:18 PM
Hot Body
I am Kenny and I wasn't around when you were here last, but I am now. You had a great transformation before, and it will make this challenge a bit easier. That means that you have to work that much harder to balance it out(if that makes sense). We have had so many pizzas and cookies between challenges... so we have had enough to last us for years. Mentally get ready so you can hit the ground running. GO get it!!!
Kenny
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (326 posts) at 10:00 PM
Glad to see you are back!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (4 posts) at 09:39 PM
Got the flu the day before Christmas Eve and felt lousy through the whole holiday. Only good thing about it was I didn't feel like eating anything. I think it was God's way of saving me from myself :o)lol. I only missed one workout so I feel pretty good about that. It seems like a lot of trackers were sick this weekend. Hope everybody is feeling better!
Body for Life Forum Message by helpdial911 (13 posts) at 09:43 PM
From what the news has been saying, a lot of us might be feeling the same way you felt over Christmas in the next couple weeks. This "California Flu" that is spreading across the Western States could have a lot of us down for the count soon.
Body for Life Forum Message by cerdes (21 posts) at 10:20 PM
Helloo!
I've been very bad the last week over Christmas. Strangely though, I'm not beating myself up about it like every other xmas. I'm just completely committed to living the BFL way for the rest of my life, there just seems little sense in getting depressed over one week of indulgence. It's kind of liberating!
Anyway, my question is - if you really have to miss a workout, what will impede weight loss the most? Cardio or weights? Or is this just a silly question?
Body for Life Forum Message by chuckdiesel99 (810 posts) at 11:04 PM
Well, they are both very important in their own way but if I had to make a choice I'd say cardio is more important for weight loss.
Body for Life Forum Message by missylab (2 posts) at 06:21 AM
I am a registered nurse and I do know that colon cleansing can deplete you of essential electrolytes. Essential for muscle health (your heart being one of them), and so on. I think that colon cleansing is the most rediculous thing that I have ever heard. Unless you are under supervision from a doctor, such as in preperation for colon visulation, I would stay clear of that practice.
Body for Life Forum Message by bunniefluff (4 posts) at 08:33 AM
Hey Everyone,
I use 2 products by Advocare that are amazing. If you go to www.advocare.com and click the 'do you know a member' button and put in member number 0501682 you can go to the 'store' and look under the wellness line for 1) probiotic restore and 2) the herbal cleanse. You can do the cleanse every 3 months but you can use restore everyday. I use it and it really helps! i work for Doctors and have some that use restore.
Body for Life Forum Message by Shannette22 (627 posts) at 08:33 AM
Okay, I have a suggstion if you want an at home cleansing. Although, I'm only 25 I have had a conlonoscopy, which you have to totally have your insides cleaned before they check you out. Anyways, my doc just told me to buy this product called "Fleet" from my local grocery store. The title of that product definitely tells what it does. I had to take the stuff like, every 30 minutes for 2 hours, or something like that. You're not allowed to eat for 24 hours, other than chicken broth. Anyways, it gets to a point when you go to the bathroom to do a #2, your #2 looks like your #1. I know it's TMI, but that's the truth. There ya go. An at home cleansing. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Brandnewme2006 (12 posts) at 09:36 AM
If you dont want something so hard to do get the product called HerbLax from Shaklee. Take 2 at night before you go to bed. Works like a charm. No cramps, no rushing to the bathroom. Awesome product! Dawn
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (118 posts) at 09:51 AM
I don't get it either. Sorry. Being constipated (sp?) is not uncommon and adding fiber to the diet and drinking plenty of water should help. I don't like tinkering with the digestive system. It's a very delicate balance in there and I've never heard of a medical reason for a colon flush other than for better viewing by Dr's.
I know for a fact that one will become temporarily lactose intolerant after a bout of intestinal flu so I suspect the same may happen after a colon blow.
If you're poopin' regularly and it doesn't hurt, be happy.
Take care what you put in the front door and the back door should take care of itself.
Poop (i just wanted to say it again...giggle giggle)
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (17 posts) at 11:11 AM
I am new to this but I my understanding is that cleansing the colon and taking a laxative do not achieve the same results at all. The stuff that attaches itself to the colon walls is rotted and has been there for some time. Unlike a laxative, a colon cleans will evacuate some unsightly things. It affects our health in so many ways that,sooner or later, our quality of life will definitely be compromised. Lastly, if we don't rid ourselves of this stuff we're probably going to pay a heavy price. I have no medical background, but pooping regularly can't possibly be the only indication of a healthy colon. Most of our colons are probably in an unhealthy state. I'm going to see my doctor! This is too serious an issue to sweep under the rug ( or flush down the toilet).
Body for Life Forum Message by sasyz250 (6 posts) at 11:56 AM
I am doing the same thing! Why wait! Today it begins!!!! Good luck!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (17 posts) at 01:34 PM
Welcome
Body for Life Forum Message by Hkrchic (9 posts) at 09:19 PM
Thanks for the tip TaraC29. Just got rid of all the holiday cookies....just too tempting when I am making my egg white omlet and see them out of the corner of my eye! LOL :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (17 posts) at 02:57 PM
I hear you. Despite my over indulgence I still find myself at 219 Lbs. I attribute my small success to tap water and pork (just kidding). Anyway, a real good start. Let's keep it up!
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (17 posts) at 12:55 PM
That's all.
Body for Life Forum Message by Miranda_ (2 posts) at 04:18 PM
Hi everyone,
I’m starting my first challenge on January 2nd and I’m excited to try it out. I’ve been looking at the BFL website and reading the stories and diet and exercise plan to see if this is something that I can do as a lifestyle; and it looks like I can. I’ve put on weight over the last little while due to a knee injury that knocked me out of marathon season and almost out of triathlon season. So for the first time ever, I discovered comfort food! Oh boy did I ever discover it, hence the figure. I’m seeing the specialist one the 31st and hoping to get the green light to start training again. So that is why I’m waiting till the 2nd to start the program, nope it’s not a New Year’s resolution for me, it’s going to be a life style.
I’d love to hear your stories about your first challenge and what I can expect for the first week etc.
Miranda
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (338 posts) at 04:20 PM
Good Luck! You can do it and we are here to help! :) Kelli
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (742 posts) at 04:27 PM
Hey Miranda,
Welcome to the BFL Family!!! We will be your biggest cheerleaders!!!!!!!
Keep Pump'n
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (74 posts) at 04:31 PM
Welcome to BFL and welcome to Tracker! I think everyone kind of responds to the program at a different pace, but I can promise you that if you stick to the plan you WILL see results... just keep working at it and it will happen!!
Good Luck!
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by JerryBraam.com (57 posts) at 08:27 PM
Sports Supplement Review!!!
I used it during my very 1st Challenge. I still have 2 copies. One is almost in shreads, repaired with duck tape, like 'one' of my 1st BFL books. Marked with gallons of highlighters. But the other is kept in collector's condition! I feel a very valuable piece of fitness supplement literature!
FYI...
You can occasionaly find one on eBay
JBraam
Body for Life Forum Message by nasa10202004 (116 posts) at 08:58 PM
I recently received the Sports Nutrition Review, I guess that is the same? Awesome book, and I have heard you can get it on ebay too(and you should if you find it) , why would anyone get rid of it?? Anyway, I heard Bill had to get out of EAS/BFL because he was just tired. Porter told me that he was turning shades of green, and just had too much on his plate. I don't think it was as much of a buisness decision as much as it was in the best intrest of us and him. He thought the company could be run better by allowing a company to own it and his old employees/friends run it. Bill is looking out for us, and when the right times comes, HE WILL BE BACK!
Kenny
Body for Life Forum Message by RosemaryT (8 posts) at 01:37 PM
Oh boy, these were great! YUM
Thanks!