IronIc is Doing the Scivation Shuffle! [Archive]

IronIc

10-14-2008, 10:08 AM

Happy Tuesday all! :)

I recieved my material from Derek back in JULY; right around the time I discovered a local resource. Fast-forward to some really stressful events at work and a total derailing off of my diet wagon and I found myself back to 200+ lbs and totally depressed over the fact that even though I work out 5-6x a week I can't lose weight AT ALL unless I eat clean, all of the time. I kept Derek's email in my Yahoo and pulled it out, printed it out, and started yesterday :D I have yet to send him my numbers because I don't want to step on the scale! :( I know that I have to keep track of my progress, though, so I'll step on it tomorrow ;)

I know I need to eat a little more, and track my cals and macros -- I am gently reintroducing myself to journaling the RIGHT way :) I started the ATS (chest/back) and jotted down my meals:

#1: 4 oz 95% lean beef, 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites cooked in Pam Olive Oil Spray, 1/2 cup mixed veggies
#2: 3 oz baked salmon, 1/2 cup mixed veggies, 10 raw almonds
#3: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, about 1/4 cup salsa, 10 alomonds
#4: 3 oz baked salmon, 1/2 cup mixed veggies, 10 raw almonds
#5: A few sips of VERY OLD chocolate protein powder in water

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Workout:

DB BENT OVER ROW: 2x30'sx10

DB BENCH PRESS: 30'sx10, 35'sx6/30'sx4
I love the weights that can be slung, when the reps go down :cool:

WG LAT PULLDOWN: 2x100x6

DB INCLINE BP: 25'sx10, 30'sx10
I felt strong on the inclines

1-ARM DB ROW: 2x25'sx10
This is a little different than what Derek put down, because I worked out at the little gym tonight (at 8:20 pm, lol) and there is less equipment there.

DECLINE FLYES: 2x15'sx10
This is the first time I have ever done a decline movement ... so bizarre

CLOSE-GRIP LAT PULLDOWN: 2x75x10

BENCH DIPS: 2xBWx6

CARDIO: Treadmill
20 minutes LISS

I am doing more cardio than what the program calls for because I NEED IT! :o I will overcome!

HoosierHardGain

10-14-2008, 10:11 AM

Best of luck to you, Penney!

Subscribed, for sure.

claycat

10-14-2008, 11:50 AM

Yay Penney! Good to see you in here.

I know Derek will work wonders for you! There are a lot of great people in here and the support is fantastic.

aftrshok

10-14-2008, 11:57 AM

Good Luck :)

I'll follow along. Subbed!

IronIc

10-14-2008, 05:35 PM

Best of luck to you, Penney!

Subscribed, for sure.
It wouldn't be a proper journal without you here, Hoos! :)

Yay Penney! Good to see you in here.

I know Derek will work wonders for you! There are a lot of great people in here and the support is fantastic.
I noticed that! Great support here.

Good Luck :)

I'll follow along. Subbed!
Hey aftrshok! How are you tonight? :)

IronIc

10-14-2008, 05:36 PM

Or should it be Kill-Me-O? :eek:

45 minutes of spinning ... this is my third time in this class and although I still poop out before the last hill climbs I get a great workout. All my clothes were drenched! :o

Eats:
#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 95% lean burger (eggs and burger are so GOOD together)
#2: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 10 almonds, a little salsa
#3: 6 oz chicken, about 1 tbsp salsa, 1/2 cup mixed veggies
#4: 1/2 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 10 almonds, salsa
#5: Post wo smoothie: 2 scoops whey, 10 oz very cold water, ice, 3.5oz frozen blueberries blended in a mixer (oh, it was soooo good!)

I may eat something later, but I am tired, lol :p

Also, I did the dreaded weigh-in today and yep, I'm up to 205 lbs :( Hopefully I can lose 55 lbs fast, and keep them off! How? By not eating what Rick eats! lol :o

HoosierHardGain

10-15-2008, 06:47 AM

Good Eats, Penney!

Off to flying start...I know you'll do great.

Or should it be Kill-Me-O? :eek:

45 minutes of spinning ... this is my third time in this class and although I still poop out before the last hill climbs I get a great workout. All my clothes were drenched! :o

Eats:
#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 95% lean burger (eggs and burger are so GOOD together)
#2: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 10 almonds, a little salsa
#3: 6 oz chicken, about 1 tbsp salsa, 1/2 cup mixed veggies
#4: 1/2 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 10 almonds, salsa
#5: Post wo smoothie: 2 scoops whey, 10 oz very cold water, ice, 3.5oz frozen blueberries blended in a mixer (oh, it was soooo good!)

I may eat something later, but I am tired, lol :p

Also, I did the dreaded weigh-in today and yep, I'm up to 205 lbs :( Hopefully I can lose 55 lbs fast, and keep them off! How? By not eating what Rick eats! lol :o

aftrshok

10-15-2008, 06:49 AM

Lookin good, keep up the hard work.

ms_mac

10-15-2008, 06:51 AM

Hi Penney! Glad to see you over here!

IronIc

10-15-2008, 06:57 AM

Good Eats, Penney!

Off to flying start...I know you'll do great.
Thanks sweetie! Your incredible support helps :)

I need to eat a little more (protein), just a little though. Soon I'll begin to post the calories and macros.

Lookin good, keep up the hard work.

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Hi Penney! Glad to see you over here!
Thank you aftershk and Ms Mac :) How is it going today?

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Derek's plan calls for HIIT cardio on Thursday and Saturday .. I am doing my HIIT on Tuesday and Thursday because those are the days my schedule allows :) Today -- arms! :D

aftrshok

10-15-2008, 06:59 AM

Thank you aftershk and Ms Mac :) How is it going today?

So far so good. :)

claycat

10-15-2008, 08:32 AM

Morning Penney, how did you feel after the first day?

I am looking at getting a spinning bike for my Christmas workout present and you can get spin class CD's to do at home.

IronIc

10-15-2008, 09:26 AM

So far so good. :)
Good is great! :) I need to swing over to your journal.

Morning Penney, how did you feel after the first day?
I feel good! I can tell the bloat is already beginning to go away.

I am looking at getting a spinning bike for my Christmas workout present and you can get spin class CD's to do at home.
That sounds :cool: I have some cardo DVDs for home; I really enjoy taking classes in the gym, though, because I love the energy from all the other people in there! :D

HoosierHardGain

10-15-2008, 10:38 AM

Thanks sweetie! Your incredible support helps :)

Anytime, Penney!

IronIc

10-15-2008, 05:03 PM

Anytime, Penney!
Have I told you lately that I wub you? :o :D

IronIc

10-15-2008, 05:04 PM

I did alot of exercises that are new to me tonight. Therefore, I am unsure how good or bad my form was! :o

Barbell Curl: 2x40x10
My wrists were bothering me a little while I did these ... I know it's from the heavy DB work on Monday night. The BB does not tweak my wrists. I need to make a better effort to get to this gym no matter how late I work, so I can do my chest presses with the BB or Smith.

Close Grip BP: 2x50x10
I used the same kind of BB that I used for my curls. I should have probably used the regular BB, lol.

DB Curl: 15'sx10, 20'sx10
I wanted to use the 20's for both sets, but we have just 1 set of 20's and someone else was using them for the 1st set.

Skull Crushers: 2x30x10
This is a new exercise for me. If I have decent DOMS tomorrow or Friday, that should be an indication that I hit my triceps well enough.

Cable Curl: 35x10, 45x10
The first set was way light! :eek:

Cable Tricep Pushdown: 45x10, 55x10
I wanted to use the machine, but dangit someone else beat me to it! :o

BB Wrist Curl: 2x20x10
DB Wrist Curl: 2x10'sx10
Wrist curls are totally new to me. I don't know if I did them right -- I will have to check them here on bb.com. I hope my wrists get stronger or something -- heavier DB's sometimes will irritate them.

Cardio: Treadmill
20 minutes LISS. I would like to go 30, but I'm still recovering from last night's spinning adventure. I will proabably spin tomorrow night as well. Am I sick or what??? lol :p

IronIc

10-15-2008, 05:07 PM

claycat

10-16-2008, 07:22 AM

Morning Penney, just checking in on you. :D

IronIc

10-16-2008, 07:31 AM

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 95% lean burger
#2: 2 scoops whey in water, 10 almonds
#3: 6 oz chicken, salsa, 1/2 cup mixed veggies
#4: 2 whole eggs, 1 cup Kroger Carb Master yogurt (12 g protein, only 3 g carbs!) And it's yummy! :D
#5: 2 scoops whey, cold water, ice, 3.5oz frozen blueberries. Yummy yum yum! :D

I am going to work on adding the 6th meal ... it is really hard to do so.
I did have a 6th meal (while watching the debates, lol) 1 can of chicken w/salsa, 10 peanuts :)

Morning Penney, just checking in on you. :D
Good morning, beautiful! :)

HoosierHardGain

10-16-2008, 07:34 AM

I did have a 6th meal (while watching the debates, lol) 1 can of chicken w/salsa, 10 peanuts :)

You mean the debates didn't ruin your appitite?

aftrshok

10-16-2008, 07:41 AM

You mean the debates didn't ruin your appitite?

x2 :D

How are you doing today Penny?

IronIc

10-16-2008, 07:42 AM

You mean the debates didn't ruin your appitite?
LOL! For some reason I got hungrier! :eek: I might be sick, lol :o

IMO all politicians are very much alike. I know I definitely don't like McCain or his running mate ... and I am unsure about Obama. I hate the mud-slinging.

IronIc

10-16-2008, 07:43 AM

x2 :D

How are you doing today Penny?

Hey Brian! I'm doing great! How about you? :)

HoosierHardGain

10-16-2008, 07:49 AM

IMO all politicians are very much alike.

Without starting a political debate, I'd say Penney, you are 100% spot on!

aftrshok

10-16-2008, 07:57 AM

Hey Brian! I'm doing great! How about you? :)

I'll let you know after my 11:30am leg workout today. :)

IronIc

10-16-2008, 08:43 AM

Without starting a political debate, I'd say Penney, you are 100% spot on!
Birds of a feather flock together! lol ;)

I'll let you know after my 11:30am leg workout today. :)
I'm looking forward to your post!

I'm spinning later today, lol ... OMG that is so brutal :eek: Tuesday I came home from it, feeling like I worked hard all day! I love it :D

IronIc

10-16-2008, 05:20 PM

Today was cardio day; spinning for 1 hour :eek:

Eats:
#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 95% lean burger, 1/2 cup green beans
#2: 2 scoops whey in water, 10 almonds
#3: 2 whole eggs, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 1/2 cup green beans
#4: 2 scoops whey, 3.5 oz mixture of frozen strawberries/blueberries, water, ice blended.
#5: (TBE) 5 oz canned chicken, salsa, 1/2 cup green beans, 10-15 peanuts.

I was supposed to have another meal between 3 and 4, but just was not hungry before I went to the gym. Of course, I was ravenous after spinning! Tomorrrow I will try my best to make 6 meals! :o

HoosierHardGain

10-17-2008, 06:01 AM

IronIc

10-17-2008, 08:54 AM

Morning, Penney. Nice job...somedays in life, you do fall short for some reason or the other. Like you said, you'll do it today. You rock!
It's really tough to get that 6th meal in when I get up later than usual. I am not as hungry on this program (because of the low carbs, lol) ;)

Thanks for the props, sweetie! :)

aftrshok

10-17-2008, 09:32 AM

It's really tough to get that 6th meal in when I get up later than usual. I am not as hungry on this program (because of the low carbs, lol) ;)

Thanks for the props, sweetie! :)

That's my problem on the weekends, I don't get up at 6:00am I end up sleeping until 8:30am or so.

IronIc

10-17-2008, 11:35 AM

That's my problem on the weekends, I don't get up at 6:00am I end up sleeping until 8:30am or so.
That's me on the weekends, too. But, it's easier to hold to my scedule on weekends as long as we are not doing anything because I don't have to deal with the work thing, lol ;)

claycat

10-17-2008, 12:42 PM

Hiya Penney, just checking in on you. You have a great weekend. :D

aftrshok

10-17-2008, 12:52 PM

That's me on the weekends, too. But, it's easier to hold to my scedule on weekends as long as we are not doing anything because I don't have to deal with the work thing, lol ;)

I'm the total opposite, I'm in a routine during the week and then when the weekend comes there is no routine.

BillyUrias

10-17-2008, 01:01 PM

Welcome Penny, I will follow your progress and keep you motivated. Subed

IronIc

10-17-2008, 01:33 PM

Hiya Penney, just checking in on you. You have a great weekend. :D
Hey, you too, Catherine :)

I'm the total opposite, I'm in a routine during the week and then when the weekend comes there is no routine.
For some reason weekends have become really easy for me. I hope that continues, lol! ;)

Welcome Penny, I will follow your progress and keep you motivated. Subed
Hi Billy! Thanks for the support, it is greatly appreciated! :)

IronIc

10-17-2008, 07:14 PM

I had to go help someone move tonight; so I did not go to the gym.

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1/2 cup green beans
#2: 20 almonds, 2 scoops whey in water
#3: 6 oz chicken, 1/2 cup aspharagus, salsa, 10 almonds
#4: 2 whole eggs, 1/2 cup aspharagus, 1 cup Kroger Carb Master yogurt
#5: CHEAT MEAL: 4 pieces Supreme pizza, root beer

I would prefer the cheat meal on Saturday, but since we were out, worked and were hungry, it was tonight :)

Tomorrow -- LEGS! I am still adjusting to the 4-day split (I've done the 3-day split for like forever!) :p

IronIc

10-18-2008, 12:51 PM

I just ordered the 10 lb container of Scivation Chocolate Whey. Woot! With the 10% off coupon, it was really reasonable! :D

IronIc

10-18-2008, 04:28 PM

I am on the 2-set A.T.S. this week

LEG PRESS: 180x10, 270x10
I will increase 1 plate per side next week. I went ass to ankle on these.

SLDL: 2x85x10

BB SQUATS: 75x8, 85x8
I did not go really deep, but my knees behaved, which is the important part. For anyone who has not kept track in my OV35 journal, I have had knee issues with squats.

LYING LEG CURL: 2x60x10
I haven't done these in a while. This is not my favorite exercise to be sure, but it is effective for hammies :)

NAUTILUS LEG EXTENSION: 80x10, 90x10
The first set especially felt light; will increase 10 next week.

NAUTILUS SEATED LEG CURL: 2x100x10

SEATED CALF RAISE: 2x70x10

STANDING CALF RAISE: 2x120x10

CARDIO: Treadmill
20 minutes of very light steady state (3.4 mph)

ntrllftr

10-18-2008, 04:43 PM

unimoose

10-18-2008, 06:15 PM

Nice workout Penny. You mentioned in your other journal about choosing to remain positive. There is no doubt in my mind that you are, you are totally dripping with positive thoughts and it's contagious! Subbed to the new journal Penny I wouldn't miss what's going to be happening in here for the world! :D

IronIc

10-18-2008, 06:27 PM

Consistency and positive thinking. Thats all you need.
Diet looks really good.
Training looks really good.
Keep it up and there should be NO reason why you won't get
to where you want SOON!!!!

Keep it up Powerliftin Penny!!!!!

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Thanks Carl! It is mind over matter ;)

I can tell, already, a difference in how I feel (my energy is OMG!!!) and pants/skirts are getting looser :D

BTW your suggestion concerning leg presses before squats is working very well right now. I am also going to keep my squatting at a fairly low rep range ... in my case it's when I do high reps when my knee gives out. Wierd, huh? :confused:

Nice workout Penny. You mentioned in your other journal about choosing to remain positive. There is no doubt in my mind that you are, you are totally dripping with positive thoughts and it's contagious! Subbed to the new journal Penny I wouldn't miss what's going to be happening in here for the world!
Thanks Joe! I decided that it's easy to think positively, and it's easy to eat right. I think we all make this harder than it has to be. You just gotta say "no" to certain things, and "yes" to others ;)

Rick and I went to Red Lobster for lunch today. I had the lunch portion salmon steak with aspharagus for a side. I also had about 1/2 of the premeal salad (tossed w/ranch dressing). They drowned the salad w/the dressing (I forgot to ask her to bring it on the side, lol). I love croutons but did not eat them. There were also the infamous Red Lobster buscuits (I had to turn my eyes and nose away from those) :eek:

The one cheat meal per week is a good idea, mentally as well as physically necessary. I had my cheat last night (pizza and root beer!) so this was not a cheat ... it was as healthy as R.L. food goes. The only bad thing about it is the fact they drizzle everything with butter, lol.

It's more possible to have a healthier meal at a restaurant like that, than at, say, McDonalds. hehe

IronIc

10-18-2008, 06:33 PM

Today's eats:

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 superlean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit. Hehehe, I was afraid of trying the grapefruit because I hate yellow gf. This was really delicious, though! I got a few more for this week :D

#2: The Red Lobster lunch. It was as healthy as restaurant food goes, but the fat was too high because of the butter and ranch dressing ... 1 grilled salmon steak, a side of aspharagus, 1/2 of a small salad w/ranch dressing.

#3: Protein smoothie -- 2 scoops whey (I can't wait to get my Scivation whey!), 3.5 oz frozen strawberries, 10 oz water, about 3 ice cubes mixed in my blender. Heaven! :p

#4: 2 boiled eggs, 1/2 cup aspharagus, 2 tbsp salsa, 1 cup Kroger Carb Master yogurt

#5: 1 can chicken meat, a little salsa, 10 raw almonds (to be eaten later tonight)

gbg

10-19-2008, 12:53 AM

Well hello Penny!! just found your new journal :)
I'm not a Scivation member but I read some journals and know some who are,
you made a wise choice.
Best of luck to you with your goals.

NOW GO KICK SOME ASS!!!! :D

IronIc

10-19-2008, 07:37 AM

oldernhotter

10-19-2008, 08:29 AM

IronIc

10-19-2008, 09:34 AM

Just wanted to see what another scivationer was up to. Are your workouts from Derek? How soon after you submitted your questionairre and pics did you get your workout?

Keep up the terrific workouts and meals. Feels good don't it?
It took several weeks before I got mine ... but that was last summer, not long after he first offered the program to bb.com members. It was crazy for him! Hopefully things are a little more sane for Derek, so you'll get your program within a couple of weeks.

I found a local resource around that time, but it was too expensive for me to continue. The products were good, though. But this is much much more reasonable. I started the diet and workouts last Monday. I ordered some Scivation whey yesterday from here.

As a matter of fact, I've got to send my pics and info to Derek sometime soon. Lazy me! lol :p

I feel so good right now. My energy is good and I can tell I am already getting results from it :) I think you'll love it!

IronIc

10-19-2008, 01:30 PM

I did not have alot of time to work out today, so I had to shorten the workout. I skipped the rear cable lateral, prone shrugs & cardio... I will add the shoulder exercises to tomorrow's workout, and cardio on my Wednesday off-day :)

DELTS:
Military Press: 2x65x8
I am pleased with my progress on the Militaries.

DB Side Laterals: 2x10'sx10

TRAPS:
BB Shrug: 2x65x10

DB Shrug: 20'sx10, 30'sx10
I have never done shrugs before, but I think I got the form on them. I did not even know what the prone shrug is, but someone posted a vid on here and it seems pretty simple. I am also unsure how to perform the rear cable lateral ... hopefully there's a video on this site.

ABS:
Decline Crunch: 2xBWx6 :eek:
Holy Mother of God, these are hard! I was barely able to finish 6 reps on the 2 sets :o

Leg Raises: 2xBWx60
These were also hard; I have never done them before. As you can see, I hate training abs! :p

LOWER BACK:
Back Extension: 2x160x10

"Sprint" Torso Twist: 2x40x10
I haven't done the torso twist in years

IronIc

10-19-2008, 05:52 PM

Meals for today:

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, superlean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 2 scoops whey, 3.5 oz. frozen blueberries, water, ice mixed in blender, 10 almonds

#3: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 2 tbsp salsa, 1/3 cup aspharagus, 10 almonds

#4: 1 chicken breast, 1/2 cup cottage cheese, 1 cup green beans

#5: 2 scoops whey, water, 10 almonds

aftrshok

10-20-2008, 06:07 AM

Good Morning Penny,
Have a great day rockin the weights and cardio. :)

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 06:18 AM

Good Monday morning, Penney!

IronIc

10-20-2008, 06:35 AM

Good Morning Penny,
Have a great day rockin the weights and cardio. :)
Hey Brian! (There are alot of Brians on this site, lol!) ;)

I intend on doing so! What is on your agenda today?

Good Monday morning, Penney!
Happy Monday, Hottie! :D

IronIc

10-20-2008, 06:42 AM

Well, I have spent the weekend being a good girl (mostly:p) ... I worked out twice, and I tell you, I have DOMS!!!!!!! :eek: I have never worked traps directly until yesterday, and those are super sore today! Also it's been a while since I have done SLDLs and my hammies are telling me so! :cool: I really love the ATS :D

aftrshok

10-20-2008, 06:46 AM

My agenda today is chest & back, 30 min. cardio.

It should be fun, This week of ATS calls for 4 sets per exercise! :D

IronIc

10-20-2008, 07:05 AM

My agenda today is chest & back, 30 min. cardio.

It should be fun, This week of ATS calls for 4 sets per exercise! :D
Yes, it'll start to get more brutal for sure!

It was strange for me to do the 2-set deal. This week, of course, it's 3 sets (except for the shoulder/trap exercise that I am making up tonight from yesterday).

claycat

10-20-2008, 07:32 AM

Morning Penney!

Nice job on the eating out choices. I have found that Outbacks has a good clean meal option to pick from also.

Eats and work outs look great! Go rock em! :D

aftrshok

10-20-2008, 07:38 AM

Red Lobster sounds good, I'm hungry!!!!

I had a 6" subway melt with lettuce last night for my cheat meal. It's pretty sad when out of things to eat it came down to this.

oldernhotter

10-20-2008, 08:08 AM

Thanks for the info! Your meals and workouts are kick arse! Keep it up. Ellen

blsmith

10-20-2008, 08:24 AM

Geez, I go away and you move on me. Trying to tell me something Penney? ;) Subscribed! You're doing great sweetie!

IronIc

10-20-2008, 09:08 AM

Morning Penney!

Nice job on the eating out choices. I have found that Outbacks has a good clean meal option to pick from also.

Eats and work outs look great! Go rock em! :D
All steak houses are good. Steak is good :D

I am making the effort to cook alot on the weekends when we're home .. that way I can fix Rick things like french toast & buscuits/gravy -- and I can fix my clean stuff :) That way, when we do go out it's not too hard to get him to go to places that serve healthier choices (which, of course, are pricier than the junky carb-loaded places, lol).

I don't mind the extra cooking at all. I think Rick felt bad that I have to cook extra, but it's worth it when I don't have to eat out so much!

Red Lobster sounds good, I'm hungry!!!!

I had a 6" subway melt with lettuce last night for my cheat meal. It's pretty sad when out of things to eat it came down to this.
LOL! I am not a big fan of Subway. Red Lobster is da bomb. I just wish they wouldn't butter everything. Still, I think it was a relatively clean meal.

Thanks for the info! Your meals and workouts are kick arse! Keep it up. Ellen
Thanks Ellen! How are you today? :)

Geez, I go away and you move on me. Trying to tell me something Penney? ;) Subscribed! You're doing great sweetie!
I would never leave you, darlink ;)

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 09:10 AM

All steak houses are good. Steak is good :D

Hoosier like steak!

aftrshok

10-20-2008, 09:18 AM

LOL! I am not a big fan of Subway. Red Lobster is da bomb. I just wish they wouldn't butter everything. Still, I think it was a relatively clean meal.

I'm not either, that's the first time I have had something from there in almost 2 years. So I should be good for another 2 years or so. :)

blsmith

10-20-2008, 09:20 AM

I would never leave you, darlink ;)

I wouldn't think so dahhhhhling *muah muah* ;)

CapitalJay

10-20-2008, 09:32 AM

Hey Penney! Great job on the eats & the workout! It's all downhill from here. :)

IronIc

10-20-2008, 11:50 AM

Hoosier like steak!
Especially filet mignon! Yummmmmm :p

I'm not either, that's the first time I have had something from there in almost 2 years. So I should be good for another 2 years or so. :)
LOL! That's about as often as I eat there! :p

I wouldn't think so dahhhhhling *muah muah* ;)
Muah back to ya, Brian! :D

Hey Penney! Great job on the eats & the workout! It's all downhill from here. :)
Thanks Jay! No more weight gain! :D

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 11:51 AM

Especially filet mignon! Yummmmmm :p

I'm a ribeye man, myself.

IronIc

10-20-2008, 11:52 AM

I'm a ribeye man, myself.
Ribeye will work! Also sirlion :p

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 11:53 AM

Ribeye will work! Also sirlion :p

Sounds like a date!

What time should I pick you up?

IronIc

10-20-2008, 11:57 AM

Sounds like a date!

What time should I pick you up?
6 pm tonight! Pick me up in front of the 312 Elm building downtown ;)

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 12:02 PM

6 pm tonight! Pick me up in front of the 312 Elm building downtown ;)

Cool! Should I wear a suit?

IronIc

10-20-2008, 12:05 PM

Cool! Should I wear a suit?
Nope, jeans and a nice leather jacket will be fine! :cool:

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 12:05 PM

Nope, jeans and a nice leather jacket will be fine! :cool:

Cool! Done!

just smack me if I get too fresh :o

IronIc

10-20-2008, 12:08 PM

Cool! Done!

just smack me if I get too fresh :o
Hehehe I don't think you'll be the fresh one, Hoos :inserting evil grin: :o Your wife is a lucky lady! :D

HoosierHardGain

10-20-2008, 12:11 PM

Hehehe I don't think you'll be the fresh one, Hoos :inserting evil grin: :o Your wife is a lucky lady! :D

:)

Rick is pretty darn luck too, you know.

Tifflex

10-20-2008, 03:42 PM

Hiya Penney!

StlBarbie

10-20-2008, 03:55 PM

You can run but you can't HIDE!!! :D

AWESOME stuff you've got going on in here, Penney!!!! :)
I can tell ...... YOU'VE GOT YOUR PUMP ON!!!! :D

Have a great night, Penney!

vanessa40

10-20-2008, 04:44 PM

Hi Penney..
Thanks for stopping by my journal :)
I'm loving the steak talk in here...

aftrshok

10-20-2008, 05:57 PM

Steak, who said steak, I want some steak! Steak, Steak, Steak!!!! :D

It beats my scrambled eggs with shredded chicken that I just had.

IronIc

10-20-2008, 06:20 PM

:)

Rick is pretty darn luck too, you know.
:o Yeah, he is, isn't he? You're so sweet, Hoos!

Hiya Penney!
Hey Tiff! How's it going tonight? :)

You can run but you can't HIDE!!!
AWESOME stuff you've got going on in here, Penney!!!!
I can tell ...... YOU'VE GOT YOUR PUMP ON!!!!

Have a great night, Penney!
Yeah, I'm in a great zone right now! You have a nice night too, Barb :)

Hi Penney..
Thanks for stopping by my journal
I'm loving the steak talk in here...
Hehehe, I'm getting hungry just thinking about steak! :p I could eat it every day.

Steak, who said steak, I want some steak! Steak, Steak, Steak!!!!

It beats my scrambled eggs with shredded chicken that I just had.
http://i60.photobucket.com/albums/h12/wolfbitch/steak.jpg
LOL! It beats the shake I am having right now, too! Although the shakes are really good, steak beats just about everything out, haha ;)

IronIc

10-20-2008, 06:37 PM

ATS 3-set week

BB BENT OVER ROW: 3x60x10
It was pretty easy to do the 60 lbs, so I'll up it to 70 next week :D

BB BENCH PRESS: 65x10, 75x10, 85x8
The last set I used a spotter because I could not lift the bar off the bench handles :o However, the reps were all me!

ASSISTED CHINS: 2x-100x6, -110x6
Yep, I still suck at this one! :o I guess there's always at least one movement that is very very challenging :eek:

BB INCLINE BENCH PRESS: 55x10, 65x10, 70x10
I feel more secure with the inclines, cause if I fail I can just sit the bar in my lap! lol

SEATED CABLE ROW: 2x70x10, 80x10
Probably my favorite row-type exercise

DECLINE DB FLYES: 3x10x10's
I kept these very light because I am so new at decline movements. I will keep them light for a couple of weeks, then I'll up them :)

LAT PULLDOWN: 100x6, 2x90x8
I was getting pretty tired at this point. Still, I was happy to do the 6 reps @ 100 lbs.

ASSISTED DIPS: -100x6, 2x-110x6
Holy mother of God -- both this and the dips are soooo hard :eek: Humbling to the max!

CARDIO: Treadmill
20 minutes LISS. I was going to make up the rest of last night's shoulder exercises but decided against it because I was tired --- very little sleep last night. I did light cardio tonight because tomorrow is SPINNING!!!!!!!!!! bwa-ha-ha! :D

aftrshok

10-20-2008, 06:45 PM

Oh no FOOD PORN, time for the "O" face. O, O, O!!! LOL!! :D

Also, nice session Penny! Good job grinding the last part out.

IronIc

10-20-2008, 08:20 PM

Oh no FOOD PORN, time for the "O" face. O, O, O!!! LOL!! :D

Also, nice session Penny! Good job grinding the last part out.
Dat der's pretty good food porn, isn't it??? :D

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Today's eats:

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, 1 lean burger, about 1/4 cup aspharagus, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 2 boiled eggs, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt

#3: 6 oz chicken, 1 cup green beans, 2 tbsp salsa, 15 almonds

#4: 2 scoops whey in water, 10 almonds

#5: 2 scoops whey, 3/5 oz mixed berries(frozen), water, ice in blender, 10 almonds

#6: 1 small can of tuna, 2 tbsp salsa, 5 almonds

Woot! I made 6 meals today :D

IronIc

10-20-2008, 08:51 PM

I have noticed a sweet, nasty taste in my mouth that can't be washed away by drinking water, over the past couple of days. I must be in ketosis! :)

unimoose

10-20-2008, 10:05 PM

Hi Penny! So good to see a smiling face on your new avi. Hopefully it's reflecting your mood with how things are going for you right now. :D Keep kicking butt!

10-21-2008, 03:14 AM

Morning Penney!! I decided it was time to venture out of my log and back into a few others! (of course my PC is broke atm so my posting is limited at the moment)

Good luck with the Scivation! I have heard very good things about the program - when I get my PC back I will go back and review your program - I am very interested to see how it goes for you!

have a great day!

ArchAngel'73

10-21-2008, 03:56 AM

like
WORK!:)

Holy batchit Batman, what a difference a few days makes. Penney's on board with da program and gonna be da bomb! Woot!
Very nice workouts, I see a lot of changes from the past.
And the diet, more changes! How long is the keto run for?
Way to go Penney. I commend you on your decision to go with their plan.

claycat

10-21-2008, 06:29 AM

Morning Penney, whats up for today. Spinning day?

aftrshok

10-21-2008, 06:31 AM

Good Tuesday Morning Penny. :D

IronIc

10-21-2008, 07:10 AM

Hi Penny! So good to see a smiling face on your new avi. Hopefully it's reflecting your mood with how things are going for you right now. Keep kicking butt!
Thanks Joe! Yep, things are really looking up now! :)

Morning Penney!! I decided it was time to venture out of my log and back into a few others! (of course my PC is broke atm so my posting is limited at the moment)

Good luck with the Scivation! I have heard very good things about the program - when I get my PC back I will go back and review your program - I am very interested to see how it goes for you!

have a great day!
Thanks Sandy! Your input and knowledge are very well appreciated!

I don't think I would know what to do with myself w/o my PC, lol :o

like
WORK!

Holy batchit Batman, what a difference a few days makes. Penney's on board with da program and gonna be da bomb! Woot!
Very nice workouts, I see a lot of changes from the past.
And the diet, more changes! How long is the keto run for?
Way to go Penney. I commend you on your decision to go with their plan.
Brian, the CHA runs for 12 weeks ... I don't know what Derek would have in store for me next (I need to email Derek, haha!) I don't see why you can't do this indefinitely.

Morning Penney, whats up for today. Spinning day?
Hey Cat! Either spinning or step ... I am still deciding ;)

Good Tuesday Morning Penny. :D
Hi Brian! Is steak on the agenda today? ;)

aftrshok

10-21-2008, 07:28 AM

Hi Brian! Is steak on the agenda today? ;)

NO!!! Just chicken, chicken, tuna and more chicken. I ran out of Whey so no sludge or brownie. I'm in hell. :)

vanessa40

10-21-2008, 07:32 AM

Hi Penney,
I use to love my step class. I would do it at home also. It's been awhile..i might have to drag out those dvd's :)

HoosierHardGain

10-21-2008, 07:51 AM

Wow, Penney! Pretty new avi pic.

Hope Tuesday rocks!

IronIc

10-21-2008, 08:16 AM

NO!!! Just chicken, chicken, tuna and more chicken. I ran out of Whey so no sludge or brownie. I'm in hell. :)
LOL! Did you order more? ;)

Hi Penney,
I use to love my step class. I would do it at home also. It's been awhile..i might have to drag out those dvd's :)
Step is humbling (oh, the way I can whip out the clutz card!) but it's so much fun .. I love the music and moving in unison with the other peeps.

I have never done step from a tape. I have a couple of kickboxing tapes, though :)

Wow, Penney! Pretty new avi pic.

Hope Tuesday rocks!
Thanks Hoos :o

It is rocking so far! :D

aftrshok

10-21-2008, 08:22 AM

LOL! Did you order more? ;)

Yes I did. I'm running around work like a meth addict, no wonder everyone here keeps looking at me funny. :D

I like the new avi too. :)

IronIc

10-21-2008, 09:01 AM

Yes I did. I'm running around work like a meth addict, no wonder everyone here keeps looking at me funny. :D

I like the new avi too. :)
I should get my whey today ... I can't wait to try it! :D

Thanks for the props on my avatar, Brian! :)

vanessa40

10-21-2008, 09:53 AM

I use to love my class. It was so much fun. Tapes are kind of dull.
I love your new avi too...It's nice to see your pretty face :)

StlBarbie

10-21-2008, 04:39 PM

Just LOVE the new avi, GLAM GIRL!!! :D

Hope you enjoyed an awesome day, Penney!!! :)

IronIc

10-21-2008, 04:52 PM

I use to love my class. It was so much fun. Tapes are kind of dull.
I love your new avi too...It's nice to see your pretty face :)
Awww, thanks Vanessa! :)

Tapes are kind of dull to me too, because being with groups of living people is an incredible energy adventure :)

Just LOVE the new avi, GLAM GIRL!!! :D

Hope you enjoyed an awesome day, Penney!!! :)
I am home, just had a shake, work is over for the day, spinning is over for the day ... life is good :cool:

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Talking about spinning .... 45 minutes of brutally going up rolling hills and mountains, and racing the instructor .... I am totally wiped! This is by far the hardest cardio I have done, and I love it :D

IronIc

10-21-2008, 05:22 PM

Eats today:

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, superlean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 5 oz canned chicken, 1 cup loosely packed green beans, 2 tbsp salsa, 15 almonds

#3: 2 boiled eggs, 1 tbsp salsa, 1/2 cup green beans, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 5 almonds

#4: 2 scoops whey in water, 10 almonds

#5: 2 scoops whey, 3.5 oz blueberries, water, ice blended for a smootie

#6: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 5 almonds (to be eaten)

aftrshok

10-21-2008, 06:05 PM

NotTooLate

10-22-2008, 12:17 AM

Hi Penny! I came to see your new journal. I'm not sure what exactly this new thing is that you're doing but I hope it works! :D

10-22-2008, 02:58 AM

morning penney - good on keeping the eats clean - I noticed not really a dinner to speak of (a shake instead) is this normal?

also - how is your husband coping? :o it's tough to make separate meals (kids and all too) - we at least make clean meals so it's not usually a problem when I choose not to have rice or whatever....he has lost over 10 lbs but he has started snacking again :rolleyes: lol I will have to get on him for that! :D

hope you have a GREAT day!! my pc is still busted (stealing time on husband's pc)

unimoose

10-22-2008, 03:06 AM

10-22-2008, 03:09 AM

Let's see... Penny's eating clean and super positive, Melanie is back and Sandy is venturing out of her journal and the misc.... Yup, all is right with the world! ;)

Way to go Penny, keep up the great work. I know this will only continue to get easier for you.

lol more boredom than lulz now in the misc :o

hope you are well moose! I will cruise around the journal section when I get my PC back and have more time (without tying up my husbands computer)

HoosierHardGain

10-22-2008, 06:16 AM

Very good, Penney! All 6 meals in. You are really rocking now!

Eats today:

#1: 1 whole egg, 2 egg whites, superlean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 5 oz canned chicken, 1 cup loosely packed green beans, 2 tbsp salsa, 15 almonds

#3: 2 boiled eggs, 1 tbsp salsa, 1/2 cup green beans, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 5 almonds

#4: 2 scoops whey in water, 10 almonds

#5: 2 scoops whey, 3.5 oz blueberries, water, ice blended for a smootie

#6: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 5 almonds (to be eaten)

IronIc

10-22-2008, 06:45 AM

I would like a #5 to go please.
Awww, poor man! :p Hopefully you'll get your whey shipment in today.

This is cheap GNC whey I've been using ... I haven't received my Scivation shipment yet :( But the shake is still pretty good.

Hi Penny! I came to see your new journal. I'm not sure what exactly this new thing is that you're doing but I hope it works!
Hey Mel! :) This is the Scivation CHA (Carb Haters Anonymous) diet. Many people have reported such good success with it that I decided to give it a whirl. It is super easy to follow, and I'm not hungry!

morning penney - good on keeping the eats clean - I noticed not really a dinner to speak of (a shake instead) is this normal?
Yeah, in my case it is, because the shake is PWO and 7-8 in the evening. I usually have a more solid meal 5ish in the afternoon which would make it suppery (last night I just switched my afternoon shake and meal). The last meal is right before I go to bed! :eek:

also - how is your husband coping? it's tough to make separate meals (kids and all too) - we at least make clean meals so it's not usually a problem when I choose not to have rice or whatever....he has lost over 10 lbs but he has started snacking again : rolleyes : lol I will have to get on him for that!
He's coping pretty well right now, Sandy :) I kind of had to put my foot down to make him understand this is the way I want to eat. I fix "regular" meals for him on the weekend & don't mind doing it. During the week I get home about 3.5 hours later than he does, so he's been getting suppers on his own (usually takeout, lol :rolleyes: ) I've been buying lunchmeat and soups for him as well. Hopefully he'll see how great it is eating clean, and join me! :)

hope you have a GREAT day!! my pc is still busted (stealing time on husband's pc)
Thanks Sandy! You too!

IronIc

10-22-2008, 06:53 AM

Let's see... Penny's eating clean and super positive, Melanie is back and Sandy is venturing out of her journal and the misc.... Yup, all is right with the world!

Way to go Penny, keep up the great work. I know this will only continue to get easier for you.
Thanks Joe! How are you today? :)

lol more boredom than lulz now in the misc
The misc is nutz! :eek: :o

Very good, Penney! All 6 meals in. You are really rocking now!
Morning, Hottie! :D

HoosierHardGain

10-22-2008, 07:08 AM

Morning, Hottie! :D

You really are gonna make my head get too big, Penney :)

vanessa40

10-22-2008, 07:54 AM

Girl i admire anyone that can follow the CHA diet. I just have to have my carbs...lol

aftrshok

10-22-2008, 08:18 AM

Girl i admire anyone that can follow the CHA diet. I just have to have my carbs...lol

I thought I was that way too but I don't want or miss them now. :)

IronIc

10-22-2008, 08:27 AM

You really are gonna make my head get too big, Penney :)
I love to spoil my men, Hoos ;)

Girl i admire anyone that can follow the CHA diet. I just have to have my carbs...lol
I love carbs, too ... but I become blimpie when I eat them :o Also, I have a hard time controlling my hunger.

With this, I am nowhere near as hungry between meals. I was not sure how it would work for me to be honest, but so far so good :)

I thought I was that way too but I don't want or miss them now. :)
You do eventually get used to not having them ... it was hard to give bread up, though, because I love sandwiches w/meat and cheese ... with chips on the side :p

blsmith

10-22-2008, 08:29 AM

I love to spoil my men, Hoos ;)

And exactly how many men is it that you have? :D

And how come I'm not being spoiled :p

10-22-2008, 08:38 AM

He's coping pretty well right now, Sandy :) I kind of had to put my foot down to make him understand this is the way I want to eat. I fix "regular" meals for him on the weekend & don't mind doing it. During the week I get home about 3.5 hours later than he does, so he's been getting suppers on his own (usually takeout, lol :rolleyes: ) I've been buying lunchmeat and soups for him as well. Hopefully he'll see how great it is eating clean, and join me! :)

Thanks Sandy! You too!

this is really good!!! - I hate to say it but in a lot of cases it's our spouses that can inhibit our progress and our motivation - it's hard enough to stay focused without support and sometimes complaints from our spouses!

so GOOD FOR YOU for putting your foot down!! besides it's for your health and well being! :D

aftrshok

10-22-2008, 08:41 AM

You do eventually get used to not having them ... it was hard to give bread up, though, because I love sandwiches w/meat and cheese ... with chips on the side :p

Stop talking dirty, meat and cheese....with chips..................OOOOOOOOO!!! :D

IronIc

10-22-2008, 09:13 AM

And exactly how many men is it that you have?

And how come I'm not being spoiled
I'm not givin' you enough lovin', Brian? :(

Hahaha, I have as many as will have me! :p;)

this is really good!!! - I hate to say it but in a lot of cases it's our spouses that can inhibit our progress and our motivation - it's hard enough to stay focused without support and sometimes complaints from our spouses!
Spouses/sos can really kill a diet program. He never had a problem with my gym time, but when it came to food he was a real b!cth! He'd say "it is such a PITA when you eat this way" :rolleyes:

so GOOD FOR YOU for putting your foot down!! besides it's for your health and well being!
It was either me putting my foot down, or giving up -- eating with and like him, and ballooning back to 268 lbs :eek: It's unfair how some people can eat like that and not become huge, but that's the way it is. I was threatening to do many more things without him after a while because I was getting so frustrated, and I think he got the message.

Stop talking dirty, meat and cheese....with chips..................OOOOOOOOO!!! :D
You know you love it when I talk dirty! ;)

HoosierHardGain

10-22-2008, 09:16 AM

blsmith

10-22-2008, 09:40 AM

this is really good!!! - I hate to say it but in a lot of cases it's our spouses that can inhibit our progress and our motivation - it's hard enough to stay focused without support and sometimes complaints from our spouses!

X3

I'm not givin' you enough lovin', Brian? :(

Hahaha, I have as many as will have me! :p;)

Can there ever be TOO MUCH love? :D HUGS!!! Then call me a worshipper of the temple of beauty that is Penney! :)

IronIc

10-22-2008, 10:00 AM

Ditto!

X3
There are few truer sentences than what Sandy posted in here today concerning partners and derailing!

Can there ever be TOO MUCH love? :D HUGS!!! Then call me a worshipper of the temple of beauty that is Penney! :)
Awww, talking about being spoiled! :o

You're a temple of beauty, too, Brian! What you have on the inside is bursting outside! :D

blsmith

10-22-2008, 10:19 AM

Awww, talking about being spoiled! :o

You're a temple of beauty, too, Brian! What you have on the inside is bursting outside! :D

NAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!

claycat

10-22-2008, 10:20 AM

Hiya Penney! I am flying through journals atm, trying to catch up! LOL

Gotta have my journal fix! :D

IronIc

10-22-2008, 06:57 PM

NAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!
Believe it, and it will be so! :)

Hiya Penney! I am flying through journals atm, trying to catch up! LOL

Gotta have my journal fix! :D
It's always a pleasure to see you here, Catherine!

IronIc

10-22-2008, 07:03 PM

I got my Scivation whey today; yipee!!!! :D Rick and I went somewhere tonight, so I did not try it till we got home.

I wanted to make sludge, but the natty pb that I pulled out of the refrigerator was hard as a rock :o So, I made a "sludge shake" instead: 2 scoops of the choco whey, 2 tbsp peanut butter, 3.5 oz. frozen blueberries, water, a little ice. It was yummy!

Next time I will sit the natty pb out for a little bit before I make sludge, so it'll be stirable :o

I did not go to the gym today.

Today's eats:

#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, 1 lean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 5 oz. white meat chicken, 1 cup green beans, 2 tbsp salsa, 10 almonds

#3: 2 boiled eggs, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 5 almonds

#4: 1 grilled chicken breast, 1/2 cup cottage cheese, about 1/2 cup green beans

#5: The sludge shake (ingredients posted above)

aftrshok

10-22-2008, 07:09 PM

Eats look good Penney. SciVation Whey is off the hook!!:D

You better not be slacking, now get back to the gym!!!! ;)

10-23-2008, 03:23 AM

Spouses/sos can really kill a diet program. He never had a problem with my gym time, but when it came to food he was a real b!cth! He'd say "it is such a PITA when you eat this way" :rolleyes:

It was either me putting my foot down, or giving up -- eating with and like him, and ballooning back to 268 lbs :eek: It's unfair how some people can eat like that and not become huge, but that's the way it is. I was threatening to do many more things without him after a while because I was getting so frustrated, and I think he got the message.

I am really proud of you! - he will appreciate this not only in how hot you will be looking but you will be more active/have more energy (lol although my old bones still complain :p ) but most importantly your health will be better so you can live longer and be a PITA to him for many years to come! :D

I forced clean eating or whole foods eating on my family quite a few years ago...it was not carb deficient but we stopped eating processed foods and got our carb sources from high fiber whole foods and vegs. It was tough but when I was at 220 (with two babies) I didn't think I would be alive to see them become adults - and my husband had no choice in the matter.

now we all eat like that - very little processed foods (some cereals and salty snacks for the kids - but not much) - my kids read food labels and understand the good food choices and the bad. My son pointed out a morbidly obese woman in the grocery store one time and asked how that happened and I said "look at her grocery cart and then look at ours"

he will bitch for a while but ignore him...stay focused and show him up later!!

eats look nice and clean! I get bored with chicken a lot - not sure if you are allowed soups on this plan...lately I have been cooking up jenno 99% lean ground turkey up ahead of time and bagging it into portions and taking this light progresso veggie soup to work and mixing together for one of my lunches (with some nuts for fat) - and then a bar for a later meal.

have a great day!!!

Nikonguy

10-23-2008, 04:15 AM

PENNEY! Where'dyago? :p

:D:D:D This is all I can do right now gal.....just grin!:D:D:D

Gratz on the new journal AND on your new outlook {{{{{BIG HUG}}}}

StlBarbie

10-23-2008, 06:17 AM

SO .............. how did you like the Scivation whey?
I have heard nothing but raves about the product!! :)

You are tearing it up Penney, despite the man ...... ;) ........ :p
It is awesome that you are prioritizing your clean eating ...
he will adjust ... :)

Have a great day, Penney! :)

claycat

10-23-2008, 06:36 AM

Hey Penney!

2 scoops of whey in your sludge, Oh, I am jealous, I am only allowed one!!!!! :mad: :D

I just wanted to say it has been great seeing you in here. It is like you have a new outlook. Keep on keeping with the super drive. :D

aftrshok

10-23-2008, 07:09 AM

Good morning Penney!!!

Are we going to have any dirty food talk in here today? ;)

HoosierHardGain

10-23-2008, 07:21 AM

Good morning, Blue Grass Scivation Girl!

ArchAngel'73

10-23-2008, 07:48 AM

IronIc

10-23-2008, 08:46 AM

Eats look good Penney. SciVation Whey is off the hook!!

You better not be slacking, now get back to the gym!!!!
Yessir!!!!! **Standing at attention** :D

That shake was really delicious!

I am really proud of you! - he will appreciate this not only in how hot you will be looking but you will be more active/have more energy (lol although my old bones still complain) but most importantly your health will be better so you can live longer and be a PITA to him for many years to come!
I fully intend to be Rick's PITA indefinitely! Someone's gotta do it, lol ;)

That is the true reason to do this ... for our health. Hehehe, of course I want to look better, too (I would so love to look HOT in a bikini) but life is not enjoyable if you are not healthy enough to enjoy it.

I forced clean eating or whole foods eating on my family quite a few years ago...it was not carb deficient but we stopped eating processed foods and got our carb sources from high fiber whole foods and vegs. It was tough but when I was at 220 (with two babies) I didn't think I would be alive to see them become adults - and my husband had no choice in the matter.
When we grill out (which now, because it gets dark so early, is mainly on the weekends) our food is healthy. Winter eats (like sandwiches and stuff, of course chips) are not as much. I try to get him to eat broccoli and he says he does not like broccoli (but oh he loves the potatoes).

I am in awe of you for converting your hubby and kids, Sandy!!! :eek:

now we all eat like that - very little processed foods (some cereals and salty snacks for the kids - but not much) - my kids read food labels and understand the good food choices and the bad. My son pointed out a morbidly obese woman in the grocery store one time and asked how that happened and I said "look at her grocery cart and then look at ours"
You can say she was caught grocery-carted! :p It is so true that it does not boil down to your body type, gender or age ... it boils down to what goes down your gullet.

he will bitch for a while but ignore him...stay focused and show him up later!!
He has stopped the bitching for now ... I know he is still not happy about it. He'll ask me on the phone when I'm coming home when he knows when I'll be home ... then he'll say he'll wait to eat. I tell him to eat before I get home. I hope this doesn't sound cold! But, if I eat with him chances are we'll go to Chinese or some other takeout which is unhealthy. It's so tough to make those choices sometimes. I hope he does eventually, truly, accept my eating style.

eats look nice and clean! I get bored with chicken a lot - not sure if you are allowed soups on this plan...lately I have been cooking up jenno 99% lean ground turkey up ahead of time and bagging it into portions and taking this light progresso veggie soup to work and mixing together for one of my lunches (with some nuts for fat) - and then a bar for a later meal.
have a great day!!!
I'm sure soups can be worked in as long as the carbs are not high. That soup/turkey combo sounds good! :)

PENNEY! Where'dyago?
Just down the block for a while! :D

This is all I can do right now gal.....just grin!

Gratz on the new journal AND on your new outlook {{{{{BIG HUG}}}}
Thanks Ed! You're one of the first people whom I befriended on this site .. I'm so glad you are still sticking around! You're killing it on the powerlifting :cool:

HoosierHardGain

10-23-2008, 08:47 AM

Penney!!!!!

IronIc

10-23-2008, 08:52 AM

SO .............. how did you like the Scivation whey?
I have heard nothing but raves about the product!!
It's really good, Barb! The VERY best pp I have ever tasted was Beverly ... but it is so pricey. This comes a close second.

You are tearing it up Penney, despite the man ...... ........
It is awesome that you are prioritizing your clean eating ...
he will adjust ...
I hope he adjusts, Barb! :o It is really hard on him when I do this. However, it's hard on me when I lose weight, then gain it back because I want to appease him. In this case, I have to come first, since no one else is responsible for my health!

Have a great day, Penney!
You too, Sunshine! :)

Hey Penney!

2 scoops of whey in your sludge, Oh, I am jealous, I am only allowed one!!!!!
I am going to see how I do w/2 scoops. It is a very thick whey ... it could work with one, but 2 are tastier! :D

I
just wanted to say it has been great seeing you in here. It is like you have a new outlook. Keep on keeping with the super drive.
Awww, thanks Cat! :) You're one of the biggest reasons why I am here!

Good morning Penney!!!

Are we going to have any dirty food talk in here today?
When the thought strikes we'll have food porn! :D There's always room for dirty food talk! lol :p

IronIc

10-23-2008, 08:55 AM

Good morning, Blue Grass Scivation Girl!
Mornin' to my very favorite Hoosier man! :D

Awesome!
All that protein, is it helping keeping you full and curbing cravings?
Very happy for you Penney!
For the most part I'm not hungry, Brian. Last night though, Rick and I went out shortly after I got home for a meditation class. We went to Frisch's and I ordered a grilled chicken breast fillet w/salsa to dip, cottage cheese and green beans, with unsweetened iced tea to drink. We were out for about 3.5 hours. I was STARVING by the time I got home. My suspicion ... I needed to down a few almonds for fat! It's the fats that keep me satisfied. I make sure I carry some almonds in my purse now! :p

blsmith

10-23-2008, 09:25 AM

Penney you are really kicking ass! I am so proud of you! Your new attitude is inspiring!!! Keep up the great work my friend!

IronIc

10-23-2008, 10:47 AM

Penney!!!!!
Hoos!!!!! :D

Penney you are really kicking ass! I am so proud of you! Your new attitude is inspiring!!! Keep up the great work my friend!
I got alot of inspiration from reading your journal, Brian, and seeing how you chose to good over the bad! :D I love how we're all inspiring each other, every day.

blsmith

10-23-2008, 10:50 AM

aw thanks Penney...just put something new there that you will definitely like. Would love for you to come over and read it. :)

claycat

10-23-2008, 10:59 AM

Almonds are my lifesavers, I would seriously panic without them. Not only are they filling, they also fill that need for a crunchy snack.

blsmith

10-23-2008, 11:04 AM

Sure the one thing that could help me from snacking and I don't like them :( ah well... LOL

oldernhotter

10-23-2008, 11:16 AM

Afternoon Penney. I can't believe Derek would add more fat to my diet even though I need to lose a lot of lard. But, there must be a method to the madness and I'm more than willing to follow an experts advice. Sounds like you're really liking the protein powder. Mmmmmm sludge. lol. Thats so funny! Can't wait to get my program. Keep fightin the good fight Penny!

HoosierHardGain

10-23-2008, 12:49 PM

Hope your afternoon is going great, Penney!

IronIc

10-23-2008, 05:06 PM

aw thanks Penney...just put something new there that you will definitely like. Would love for you to come over and read it.
That was a great read, Brian! :)

Almonds are my lifesavers, I would seriously panic without them. Not only are they filling, they also fill that need for a crunchy snack.
Almonds are wonderful, and yes, crunchy! :p They so replace Doritos!

Sure the one thing that could help me from snacking and I don't like them ah well... LOL
Dude! :eek: How can you not like almonds? Are you serious?

Afternoon Penney. I can't believe Derek would add more fat to my diet even though I need to lose a lot of lard. But, there must be a method to the madness and I'm more than willing to follow an experts advice. Sounds like you're really liking the protein powder. Mmmmmm sludge. lol. Thats so funny! Can't wait to get my program. Keep fightin the good fight Penny!
Fats are calorie-dense but it is carbs that really put the fat on our bodies because of it's hormonal response to it. Sugars cause our pancreas to release insulin ... which in turn feeds our cells. Whatever is not used goes to fat stores, which insulin is also involved in.

Hope your afternoon is going great, Penney!
I am home! Life is good, Hoos! :D

IronIc

10-23-2008, 05:16 PM

Today was a real challenge! During lunchtime someone sat with us and had the most delightful turkey and cheddar sandwich on toasted marble rye for his lunch :eek: It was loaded with pickles, tomatoes and mayo! http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y196/DukeBushido/board%20smilies/blueeyesdrool.gif Man, I am hungry now just thinking about it!

Anyway, here is what I ate instead:

#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, 1 lean burger with lots of seasoning, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 2 scoops Scivation whey in water, 10 almonds

#3: 5 oz canned chicken, 1 cup green beans, 2 tbsp salsa, 10 almonds

#4: 2 boiled eggs, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 5 almonds

#5: 2 scoops vanilla whey (not Scivation), 3.5 cup frozen mixed berries, water, ice blended.

#6: Not sure ... perhaps I'll have 1 egg & 2 whites, seasoned, with 1/2 cup veggies. Either that, or 1 cup of cottage cheese with the veggies.

I also did cardio today ... 45 minutes of spinning fun :D Tomorrow I'm back to the iron! :D

IronIc

10-23-2008, 05:20 PM

Wow, this is bizarre .. my update is not showing up after my last post :confused: Is anyone else experiencing this?

HoosierHardGain

10-24-2008, 06:10 AM

claycat

10-24-2008, 06:35 AM

GOOOOOOOOD FRIDAY Penney!
Look at you resisting that tempting sandwich. It did sound really yummy. :o

Sure the one thing that could help me from snacking and I don't like them :( ah well... LOL

Almonds are not the only nut we are allowed, just seems to be the most popular. I love all nuts!

Afternoon Penney. I can't believe Derek would add more fat to my diet even though I need to lose a lot of lard. But, there must be a method to the madness and I'm more than willing to follow an experts advice. Sounds like you're really liking the protein powder. Mmmmmm sludge. lol. Thats so funny! Can't wait to get my program. Keep fightin the good fight Penny!

You are training your body to burn fats for energy, NOT carbs. :)

blsmith

10-24-2008, 06:57 AM

LOL, well I have an intolerance to ALL nuts unfortunately :(

aftrshok

10-24-2008, 07:03 AM

Good Friday Morning Penney!!! :D

That would be hard to watch someone eat a sandwich like that and not want a taste. mmmmmmmmm

unimoose

10-24-2008, 07:19 AM

Hi Penny! I'm so glad things are continuing to go well for you! I'm also glad the Scivation whey tastes so good too! Keep up the GREAT work!!!!!

IronIc

10-24-2008, 07:50 AM

Be strong, Penney!

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LOL! That's the best disco song ever :D

GOOOOOOOOD FRIDAY Penney!
Look at you resisting that tempting sandwich. It did sound really yummy.
It looked yummy, and sounded yummy when he bit into that wonderful toasted bread!

Almonds are not the only nut we are allowed, just seems to be the most popular. I love all nuts!
I am a nut fiend myself. I love almonds in particular because not only are they tasty, they have a decent amount of protein, and contains only 1 gram of impact carbs per serving :)

You are training your body to burn fats for energy, NOT carbs.
Yeah, that's it! You described it much better, Cat!

LOL, well I have an intolerance to ALL nuts unfortunately(
That's a shame, Brian :( I don't know what I would do if I could not eat nuts. Are you allergic?

Good Friday Morning Penney!!!

That would be hard to watch someone eat a sandwich like that and not want a taste. mmmmmmmmm
My mouth was drooling, Brian, and my stomach just churned, wanting a sandwich. I don't miss things like pizza, but I miss sandwiches. I think I know what my cheat is going to be next week! ;) (We're going to a Halloween party tomorrow night, which will be my cheat for this week).

Hi Penny! I'm so glad things are continuing to go well for you! I'm also glad the Scivation whey tastes so good too! Keep up the GREAT work!!!!!
Thanks Joe! I need to swing by your journal to see if you've been behaving ;)

blsmith

10-24-2008, 07:54 AM

Not allergic, but I get dry heaves if I try to eat just plain nuts...smothered in chocolate, I can handle them ;) or peanut butter but just the nuts, can't stomach them

aftrshok

10-24-2008, 07:57 AM

All this talk about nuts smothered in chocolate and yummy sandwiches is really starting to make me hungry.

IronIc

10-24-2008, 07:57 AM

Not allergic, but I get dry heaves if I try to eat just plain nuts...smothered in chocolate, I can handle them ;) or peanut butter but just the nuts, can't stomach them
Chocolate covered almonds .. oh yeah ... :D

I love nuts, all kinds of nuts (almonds and macadamia(sp?) are my favs. I can eat them all day until I get sick on them, than repeat the next day :o

IronIc

10-24-2008, 07:58 AM

All this talk about nuts smothered in chocolate and yummy sandwiches is really starting to make me hungry.
Hehehe there will be more of the same in this journal :p I am a food porn troll! :p

aftrshok

10-24-2008, 08:01 AM

Hehehe there will be more of the same in this journal :p I am a food porn troll! :p

Don't I know it. :p

blsmith

10-24-2008, 08:03 AM

yeah there was a report on the news about what foods can help in muscle building and I was checking them off, nope, nope, nope LOL can't eat any of them LOL

10-24-2008, 09:22 AM

Fantastic job on the eats Penney!!!

how often do you track your progress on this plan and is it by measurement or by weight??

and woot - I hit the iron again tomorrow too!

(I also got my PC back :D )

ntrllftr

10-24-2008, 09:26 AM

Chocolate covered almonds .. oh yeah ... :D

Chocolate covered Strawberries. FTW!!!!!! :D

Have a gr8 weekend Powerliftin Penny!!!

.

HoosierHardGain

10-24-2008, 10:55 AM

Chocolate covered Strawberries. FTW!!!!!! :D

Have a gr8 weekend Powerliftin Penny!!!

.

Must

Resist

Chocolate!!

ARGGGGGGGGGG

IronIc

10-24-2008, 04:02 PM

Don't I know it.
;)

yeah there was a report on the news about what foods can help in muscle building and I was checking them off, nope, nope, nope LOL can't eat any of them LOL
What foods are you eating right now, Brian?

Fantastic job on the eats Penney!!!

how often do you track your progress on this plan and is it by measurement or by weight??

and woot - I hit the iron again tomorrow too!

(I also got my PC back )
Sandy, I am weighing in once monthly. I forgot to take measurements when I started, lol, so I'm judging by how my clothes fit. I am losing inches for sure.

Chocolate covered Strawberries. FTW!!!!!!

Have a gr8 weekend Powerliftin Penny!!!

.
Ooooooo, chocolate covered strawberries! uuuummmmmm
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/snl2/23039079.jpg

I am having strawberries with my sludge/shake tonight! :D

Must

Resist

Chocolate!!

ARGGGGGGGGGG
Hehehhee there's no resisting goodies in this journal, Hoos! :D

IronIc

10-24-2008, 04:07 PM

I woke up with a sore throat this morning, which I attributed to acid reflux. The sore throat has held on throughout the day, I went home from work early and I am really really tired. I have noticed it's been harder to get out of bed for the past couple of days. My tummy has been a little upset, too.

I hope I'm not coming down with the flu! :eek: I know the draggy feeling could be from the fact that I am in ketosis and my body is adjusting to running off of fats instead of carbs ... but the sandpapery throat is telling me a different story :( Dang it!

I took a nap when I came home for a couple of hours. Felt better, but my throat is still rough. I am still going to try to make to to the gym for a late workout. If not ... I'll finish the remaining 3 days of my 4-day split Sat, Sun, Mon and start the 4-set workout on Wednesday instead of Monday.

IronIc

10-24-2008, 05:52 PM

I did not get to the gym today, so I had just 5 meals

#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, lean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 2 scoops Scivation choco whey in water, 10 almonds

#3: 5 oz roasted chicken mixed in 6 tbsp guacamole & 2 tbsp salsa (OMG this was delicious)

#4: 2 eggs, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 5 almonds

#5: Sludge shake (OMG delicious ... 2 scoops choco whey, 2 tbsp natty pb, 3.5 oz frozen strawberries, water, ice blended). This is so much better with strawberries. It's like Reese's with strawberries! :p

10-24-2008, 06:12 PM

once a month (weigh in) is good! I can't hold off that long :o but clothes fit is even better!

really sorry to hear about your throat - I hope it's not the flu but get some extra rest!! and stay nice and cozy warm under the blankies!

Tifflex

10-25-2008, 02:57 AM

I hope your throat is better Penney!

Are you checking in with Derek weekly? I know you don't want to weigh but giving him weekly updates is critical to your success. Checking in weekly allows him to make slight adjustments if needed.

Have a great weekend!

gbg

10-25-2008, 03:55 AM

Morning Penney! sorry your not feeling well, I wouldn't workout if your sick.
JMO feel better :)

oldernhotter

10-25-2008, 07:17 AM

What a drag to be sick. Everything gets put on hold. I hope its nothing and your back to your old self soon! Get some much needed rest this weekend. P.S. Your meals are impressive.

HoosierHardGain

10-25-2008, 08:36 AM

Hey Penney...hope the weekend goes great!

IronIc

10-25-2008, 12:39 PM

once a month (weigh in) is good! I can't hold off that long but clothes fit is even better!
I don't like the scale! :o lol. I find that the less I weigh in the better I feel about my progress!

really sorry to hear about your throat - I hope it's not the flu but get some extra rest!! and stay nice and cozy warm under the blankies!
Yeah, this sux :( My throat is still scratchy and I did not work out today. I'm getting hot flashes, too, that are not hormonal. My forehead is clammy. Grrrr!

I hope your throat is better Penney!
It's not :(

Are you checking in with Derek weekly? I know you don't want to weigh but giving him weekly updates is critical to your success. Checking in weekly allows him to make slight adjustments if needed.

Have a great weekend!
No, I have not checked with Derek yet. I need to. I will send info to him on Monday.

The weights are exactly what is on the program. I am doing more cardio, though (like spinning). I do need to tell him that.

Morning Penney! sorry your not feeling well, I wouldn't workout if your sick.
JMO feel better
Thanks gbg! I'm not going to the gym until at least tomorrow. But dang it, I feel like a lazy bum when I can't work out! :o

What a drag to be sick. Everything gets put on hold. I hope its nothing and your back to your old self soon! Get some much needed rest this weekend. P.S. Your meals are impressive.
Thanks Ellen!

Last time I lowcarbed I got the flu, and just ate carby comfort food because I was sick. BIG mistake :eek: I'm not doing that this time ... I am eating regular lowcarb foods. I'm not as hungry, though, which is just as well since I am not workout out today.

I am very happy that I am sticking to the clean eating. I am going to a Halloween party tonight (in a WARM costume ;) ) and I am cheating! I finally get some carbs. Wooohoooo!

Hey Penney...hope the weekend goes great!
Hi sweetie! :) I don't feel very good right now but I'm getting good rest. How are you?

vanessa40

10-25-2008, 02:07 PM

Sludge w/ strawberries
I might have to try that..
Thanks :)

unimoose

10-26-2008, 04:36 AM

Wow Penny your journal is jumping! :D I'm catching up but things look like they are flying for you! The sore throat is just a hiccup for you at this point, you're kicking some serious butt so keep at it!

IronIc

10-26-2008, 07:56 AM

Sludge w/ strawberries
I might have to try that..
Thanks :)
It was heavenly, Vanessa! :D Strawberries and chocolate go very well together. Blueberries IMO go better w/vanilla ... it starts to get overly rich with chocolate.

Wow Penny your journal is jumping! :D I'm catching up but things look like they are flying for you! The sore throat is just a hiccup for you at this point, you're kicking some serious butt so keep at it!
The sore throat thing is just a speed bump, Joe ;) It is much better today. I am resting one more day to make sure it does not come back. Tomorrow it's back to the gym. I am going to repeat the 3-set week since Chest/Back was the only one I was able to do last week :o (from outside things and getting sick, lol) But I spun twice, so my lower body got some work in, at least! Rest is such a dirty word to us bodybuilders but sometimes it has to be done.

IronIc

10-26-2008, 08:04 AM

Yesterday (Saturday 10/25) was a very bizarre day for me. For starters, I was sick with a sore throat, my energy was just not there (beginning ketosis, anyone?) and I was not hungry at all, all day.

It was cheat meal day, so I went to breakfast with Rick and had an omelet w/3 whole eggs, cheese, salsa, a tiny amount of bacon and diced tomatoes. I asked the waitress not to bring toast or hash browns ... she brough hash browns anyway ... sigh ... it took all of my strength to scrape them off of my plate and set them aside! They looked sooooo good :o Nice and carby and greasy (yes they make hash browns right). But we were going to a Halloween party later that day, so I wanted to save my carbs for later ;)

I did not eat until we got to the party. I was not hungry all day :eek: I poked at different snacky things all night at the party (some killer taco dip) so yeah I ate all night ... had about 3 glasses of wine, then coffee and water later ;) It was nice to not diet for a little while but I'm raring to go back to the saddle today :) I like eating clean. I feel better when I do so.

Low carbing is such a paradox. At least at first, your energy is ****. Part of the reason why I'm not feeling so great is because I am tired ... it's harder getting up in the morning, harder even to climb stairs. I know once the switch is in place my energy will be better (I hope so! lol)

The nice thing about this is ... I am not hungry! I have to force meals down my throat. I am getting ready to fix my normal eggs and burger breakfast and I am not hungry. I will still have to eat it! Frankly, though, it's nice not being hungry for once!

I will post my eats later tonight! :)

HoosierHardGain

10-26-2008, 08:22 AM

Nice going on the will power with the hash browns, Penney! I hate when you ask for something to not be added, and they still do. Ergggggg!!!

IronIc

10-26-2008, 08:39 AM

Nice going on the will power with the hash browns, Penney! I hate when you ask for something to not be added, and they still do. Ergggggg!!!
LOL! And like I mentioned before, they do hash browns right. Not dry, but nice and greasy :o And I was so wanting carbs at the moment! It was hard pushing them away! :p

aftrshok

10-26-2008, 11:16 AM

Hey Penney, are you doing better today?

IronIc

10-26-2008, 01:39 PM

Hey Penney, are you doing better today?
Much better, Brian, thanks! :)

10-27-2008, 02:53 AM

happy monday Penney!

:eek:

wait....wut? :D

lol - a little misc lulz for ya this morning - hope you had a good weekend...glad you are feeling better. my eats were not all that great this weekend...not **** but not great so I am not taking a cheat meal today as perscribed. (btw I loooove those hash browns too!) :o

so it's back on track today!! hope you have a great day!!

IronIc

10-27-2008, 06:08 AM

IronIc

10-27-2008, 06:14 AM

Yesterday's eats:

#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, lean burger, 1/2 pink grapefruit

#2: 4 oz salmon, 1/2 tossed salad w/a LITTLE ranch dressing, 1/2 cup mixed veggies (I was a good girl and tossed the carrots out of the veg mix, and threw the croutons out of the salad! :eek: )

#3: 4 oz salmon, about 1/2 cup mixed veggies (broccoli and cauliflower)

#4: Protein smoothie: 2 scoops vanilla whey, 3.5 oz. frozen mixed fruit, ice water mixed in blender

#5: about 1/2 cup mixed nuts, 2 vodka tonics (oops! :o )

Hehehe, very clean till the last meal :o I will do better next weekend! :p

HoosierHardGain

10-27-2008, 06:24 AM

2 vodka tonics (oops! :o )

Just 2? :D

Overall nice job, Penney!

Hope Monday is a great one for you :)

ArchAngel'73

10-27-2008, 06:50 AM

Great job on the food intake. I hope the cold/flu/throat clears up soon.

claycat

10-27-2008, 07:05 AM

Good monday morn Penney! Hope that sore throat is clearing up for you.

storm1507

10-27-2008, 07:38 AM

Hi Penney,

I got busy lately and finally made it in here. Football season basically over and BB season starts next week. I will miss the first several games working in the evening.

I didn't go back and see how this new program is doing for you...sorry. How bout some cliff notes. :)

I've been up and down on trying to get to the point of seeing abs again. Too many of those "special" days. Red Lobster's endless shrimp is a lie...:) They cut me off after 70. But, dang they were good.

Good luck on the new program.

IronIc

10-27-2008, 08:11 AM

Just 2?
Okay, maybe 2 and a half ;)

Overall nice job, Penney!

Hope Monday is a great one for you
Thanks Hoos! Really, considering it was the weekend, I did good! I can do better, though.

Great job on the food intake. I hope the cold/flu/throat clears up soon.
Thanks Brian! It is for the most part cleared up. Chest and back today -- it's week 2 all over again! :o

Good monday morn Penney! Hope that sore throat is clearing up for you.
I feel much better, Cat :) How are you this morning?

Hi Penney,

I got busy lately and finally made it in here. Football season basically over and BB season starts next week. I will miss the first several games working in the evening.
I usually get home to late to watch, too. The Internet is a beautiful thing, lol ;o

I didn't go back and see how this new program is doing for you...sorry. How bout some cliff notes.
Okay ... here are some Cliffs
About 3 weeks ago, I started Scivation's diet and workout program. Because of the stress and stuff happening over the summer, I gained more than 20 lbs and was totally out of control with my eating. I did start a lowfat regimen that was working pretty well, but I struggled with hunger and the program was very expensive. So, I stopped it and gained all the weight back that I lost on it :rolleyes:

This program is lowcarb, but different than Keto. I have lost just a couple of pounds so far, but I feel better and I am slowly leaning out. The workout is a 4-day split, starting with 2 sets per exercise and ending with 2 weeks of 5 sets per exercise, 6-10 reps, antagonistic body parts (example, chest and back day)

We're allowed just one cheat meal per week. So far I'm doing pretty good with this.

I've been up and down on trying to get to the point of seeing abs again. Too many of those "special" days. Red Lobster's endless shrimp is a lie... They cut me off after 70. But, dang they were good.

Good luck on the new program.
Hehehe Endless Shrimp is da bomb. Red Lobster is da bomb! :D

blsmith

10-27-2008, 08:14 AM

Good morning Pretty Penny! Glad to hear that you are feeling better! Time for another week of kicking a$$ and taking no prisoners!!! Go get em girl! :)

aftrshok

10-27-2008, 08:14 AM

Hey Penney, I'm glad you are feeling better today. :D

IronIc

10-27-2008, 08:15 AM

Good morning Pretty Penny! Glad to hear that you are feeling better! Time for another week of kicking a$$ and taking no prisoners!!! Go get em girl! :)
I never take prisoners!!!!!!! :D Bwa ha ha :D

blsmith

10-27-2008, 08:16 AM

I never take prisoners!!!!!!! :D Bwa ha ha :D

aw please take me! TAKE ME!!! ;) :eek:

storm1507

10-27-2008, 08:36 AM

LOL,

How did you get my quotes under Hoosier Hardgain?? I'll accept the mix up though.

While I'm at it, how do you take segments of a post and quote them one statement at a time? You would think I would know all of this by now.

Nice plan Penney...hope it works for you.

IronIc

10-27-2008, 10:07 AM

aw please take me! TAKE ME!!! ;) :eek:
Hmmm, with you I may make an exception (in my best German accent) ;)

LOL,

How did you get my quotes under Hoosier Hardgain?? I'll accept the mix up though.
I was wondering that myself! :eek: Are you and Hoos secret astral twins??? ;)

While I'm at it, how do you take segments of a post and quote them one statement at a time? You would think I would know all of this by now.

Nice plan Penney...hope it works for you.
The quote tag ... [ quote ] post segment [ /quote ]. Without the spaces after and before the brackets.

HoosierHardGain

10-27-2008, 10:09 AM

I was wondering that myself! :eek: Are you and Hoos secret astral twins??? ;)

I always wondered if I had one of those

IronIc

10-27-2008, 10:10 AM

Hey Penney, I'm glad you are feeling better today. :D
Thanks sweetie! :)

I always wondered if I had one of those
Hehehe now you know, Hoos! ;)

claycat

10-27-2008, 10:33 AM

storm1507

10-27-2008, 11:59 AM

But.....he's a Hoosier. :( :D

HoosierHardGain

10-27-2008, 12:00 PM

But.....he's a Hoosier. :( :D

Hey....I do have some Kentucky blood in me!

IronIc

10-27-2008, 01:57 PM

LOL, I was just looking at that glitch. :rolleyes:
It was velly, velly strange indeed! A fold in the time-space continueim ;)

But.....he's a Hoosier. :( :D

+

Hey....I do have some Kentucky blood in me!
Hehehe, at least you all's weren't tied in with a Duke fan. :eek:

IronIc

10-27-2008, 05:28 PM

It was nice to get back to the iron today! My energy level is good :)

BB BENT OVER ROW: 60x10, 2x70x10
Up 10 on this one. Woot! :D

DB BENCH PRESS: 25'sx10, 2x30'sx10
Mondays are the official Chest day! lol The gym was super busy tonight and there was not an empty BB bench in sight. Both Smith machines and the Hammer Strength machines were in use. There was one bench left over for DBs that I swear was made for people 6' and over :rolleyes: I also started w/the 25's when I should have started w/the 30's. Next week if this happens again I'll remember to start with the 30's.

ASSISTED CHINS: -120x10, -110x8, -100x6
I think I am going to have to talk myself into liking this exercise, lol :o Drop sets work better in this case.

BB INCLINE PRESS: 55x10, 65x10, 75x8

SEATED CABLE ROW: 80x10, 90x10, 100x10
:D Another PR tonight

DECLINE DB FLYES: 2x15'sx10, 15'sx8
I am NOT liking the decline movement, lol. It could be because it's still awkward. I'll give it another couple weeks.

LAT PULLDOWN: 2x100x6, 90x8
Did better than last week

ASSISTED DIPS: -120x10, -110x9, -100x7
I hate this exercise, too :o I'll like them better when my numbers improve!

CARDIO: 30 minutes LISS on the treadmill
I would like to work up to 60 minutes LISS after each workout. This fat has got to come off! :o

I am repeating week 2 because I wasn't able to do week 2 last week

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Tomorrow is spinning. Wooohoooo!

IronIc

10-27-2008, 05:51 PM

Today's eats:

#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, 1 lean burger, 6.5 oz pink grapefruit

#2: 2 scoops Scivation choco whey in water, 10 almonds

#3: 5 oz chicken, 1/2 cup green beans, 2 tbsp salsa, 10 almonds

#4: 2 boiled eggs, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt, 1 tbsp salsa (forgot my almonds here; darn!)

#5: Sludge shake: 2 tbsp natty pb, 2 scoops choco whey, 3.5 oz strawberries in water w/a little ice. Blended to make a totally delicious shake :p

#6: 1 cup lowfat cottage cheese, 5 almonds

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

No alcohol tonight! lol :o

aftrshok

10-27-2008, 05:57 PM

It was nice to get back to the iron today! My energy level is good :)

BB BENT OVER ROW: 60x10, 2x70x10
Up 10 on this one. Woot!

DB BENCH PRESS: 25'sx10, 2x30'sx10
Mondays are the official Chest day! lol The gym was super busy tonight and there was not an empty BB bench in sight. Both Smith machines and the Hammer Strength machines were in use. There was one bench left over for DBs that I swear was made for people 6' and over :rolleyes: I also started w/the 25's when I should have started w/the 30's. Next week if this happens again I'll remember to start with the 30's.

ASSISTED CHINS: -120x10, -110x8, -100x6
I think I am going to have to talk myself into liking this exercise, lol :o Drop sets work better in this case.

BB INCLINE PRESS: 55x10, 65x10, 75x8

SEATED CABLE ROW: 80x10, 90x10, 100x10
:D Another PR tonight

DECLINE DB FLYES: 2x15'sx10, 15'sx8
I am NOT liking the decline movement, lol. It could be because it's still awkward. I'll give it another couple weeks.

LAT PULLDOWN: 2x100x6, 90x8
Did better than last week

ASSISTED DIPS: -120x10, -110x9, -100x7
I hate this exercise, too :o I'll like them better when my numbers improve!

CARDIO: 30 minutes LISS on the treadmill
I would like to work up to 60 minutes LISS after each workout. This fat has got to come off! :o

I am repeating week 2 because I wasn't able to do week 2 last week

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Tomorrow is spinning. Wooohoooo!

The workout and eats are looking solid Penney, keep it up. :D

IronIc

10-27-2008, 06:06 PM

The workout and eats are looking solid Penney, keep it up. :D
Thanks Brian! :)

10-28-2008, 05:28 AM

Good job Penney!!

dumbbell chest presses are harder than barbell or machine - obviously cuz you have to stabilize the weight independantly - I am doing DBs now and find I had to cut back quite a bit on weight lol.

good on the eats and alcohol!! I am holding off on alcohol until I make the thanksgiving gravy - it's tradition...when I start making the gravy, I open the wine....and of course good gravy takes time and patience to be done right...so by the time I serve dinner...woot! :D

ArchAngel'73

10-28-2008, 05:30 AM

Happy Tuesday!:)

storm1507

10-28-2008, 06:29 AM

Good morning Penney. We have snow this morning in the mtns of east KY. LOL It just covered the windshields though.

Nice looking workouts. I'm glad to see your energy level up. I have struggled w/ that this summer/fall due to the lower carbs/cals.

Good job Penney!!

dumbbell chest presses are harder than barbell or machine - obviously cuz you have to stabilize the weight independantly - I am doing DBs now and find I had to cut back quite a bit on weight lol.

good on the eats and alcohol!! I am holding off on alcohol until I make the thanksgiving gravy - it's tradition...when I start making the gravy, I open the wine....and of course good gravy takes time and patience to be done right...so by the time I serve dinner...woot! :D

Hi HC. Hope everything is going well w/ you. Come on back and join us at the ramble...it's a sticky now.

IronIc

10-28-2008, 06:40 AM

Good job Penney!!

dumbbell chest presses are harder than barbell or machine - obviously cuz you have to stabilize the weight independantly - I am doing DBs now and find I had to cut back quite a bit on weight lol.
DB chest presses are harder, and they are my favorite way to bench press :) My only complaint about them is that they're also harder on my, um, mature wrists, lol :o

good on the eats and alcohol!! I am holding off on alcohol until I make the thanksgiving gravy - it's tradition...when I start making the gravy, I open the wine....and of course good gravy takes time and patience to be done right...so by the time I serve dinner...woot!
Hey, that's a great gravy idea! And yes, gravy is one of the most difficult things to cook (you wouldn't think so, you know????) :p

We got a 47" HDTV last month so we're watching alot of TV right now ... it's very easy to crack open a bottle of wine, or whip out the vodka and diet tonic water, and watch TV, and keep on drinking :p Damn that stuff goes down too easy!

Happy Tuesday!
Hi Brian! Back atcha! What's on your agenda today? :)

Good morning Penney. We have snow this morning in the mtns of east KY. LOL It just covered the windshields though.
I was expecting a dusting this morning, but no go! It was dry and COLD instead.

Nice looking workouts. I'm glad to see your energy level up. I have struggled w/ that this summer/fall due to the lower carbs/cals.
I'm suprised as well ... my cals are around 1750 or so (for me that isn't real low because my metabolism is so darn slow) but my carbs are very low ... last time I lowcarbed my energy just totally went away :eek: I think it's the higher protein on this diet that helps with my energy levels :)

blsmith

10-28-2008, 06:41 AM

Good morning Penney! Hope you have a wonderful Tueday!

claycat

10-28-2008, 07:40 AM

Hi Penney!

Look at the great eats and work out. I am so proud of you, you are doing so well. :D

HoosierHardGain

10-28-2008, 07:57 AM

Good morning, Ms. Penney!

aftrshok

10-28-2008, 08:01 AM

How's it going today? :D What do you have in store for today?

oldernhotter

10-28-2008, 08:10 AM

Hi Penney! Very impressive eats and workouts. I would love to tag along with you on this scivation thingy.... but....I have not received my plan yet! UGH! I don't feel whole. lol. Have a terrific, hardcore Tuesday! Ellen

IronIc

10-28-2008, 12:48 PM

Good morning Penney! Hope you have a wonderful Tueday!
Hi Brian! :)

Hi Penney!

Look at the great eats and work out. I am so proud of you, you are doing so well.
Thanks Catherine! I am pretty proud of myself, too :)

Good morning, Ms. Penney!
Hi Hoos! :)

How's it going today? What do you have in store for today?
Hi Brian! Spinning is in store today after work :eek:

Hi Penney! Very impressive eats and workouts. I would love to tag along with you on this scivation thingy.... but....I have not received my plan yet! UGH! I don't feel whole. lol. Have a terrific, hardcore Tuesday! Ellen
Hi Ellen! It will come soon! :)

aftrshok

10-28-2008, 12:50 PM

Sounds like fun. ;)

IronIc

10-28-2008, 01:16 PM

Sounds like fun. ;)
Hehehe, it's pure torture for 45 minutes. I love it when it's over! :p

HoosierHardGain

10-28-2008, 01:18 PM

Ya having a good day, Penney?

IronIc

10-28-2008, 02:00 PM

Ya having a good day, Penney?
It's okay, Hoos.

We just found out, today, that Gannett is laying off about 10% of their entire staff. That's nation-wide, not just here. There is a small severance package that goes with it.

It is an involuntary layoff :eek: According to my source the hit will be felt in the editorial (sports, news) departments instead of Advertising, which got hit last summer.

Gawd, the economy is so bad :( I remember when I first entered the workforce in 1980 that it was bad, but it is worse now. It is scary.

HoosierHardGain

10-28-2008, 02:07 PM

It's okay, Hoos.

We just found out, today, that Gannett is laying off about 10% of their entire staff. That's nation-wide, not just here. There is a small severance package that goes with it.

It is an involuntary layoff :eek: According to my source the hit will be felt in the editorial (sports, news) departments instead of Advertising, which got hit last summer.

Gawd, the economy is so bad :( I remember when I first entered the workforce in 1980 that it was bad, but it is worse now. It is scary.

Really sorry to hear this, Penney...I truley feel for you. Hopefully it won't hit your department.

Newspapers have been in a downward spiral this decade.

IronIc

10-28-2008, 04:39 PM

Really sorry to hear this, Penney...I truley feel for you. Hopefully it won't hit your department.

Newspapers have been in a downward spiral this decade.
I think it's gonna hit other departments instead of ours. Still, it was pretty bad news.

There's a guy who works at the Enquirer at the Western Ave. building who takes spinning class with me. We were talking about the layoffs a couple of minutes before class started.

IronIc

10-28-2008, 04:49 PM

Cardio today -- spinning! 45 minutes of total-body torture :p

Since I was not in the greatest of moods, and my nose is snuffly, I did not think I would do too well tonight ... but for some reason my energy and power was off the roof! :eek: I don't know where it came from, lol :)

Eats:
#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, lean burger

#2: 2 scoops Sci choco whey in water, 15 almonds, 6.5 oz grapefruit

#3: 5 oz. chicken, 1/2 cup green beans, 10 almonds

#4: 2 eggs, 2 tbsp salsa, 1 Kroger Carb Master yogurt

#5: 2 scoops vanilla whey in water, 3.5 oz frozen blueberries, ice blended, 10 almonds

#6: TBE: 1 cup cottage cheese, 5 almonds

I am trying to stay away from alcohol tonight! The spinning class really helped alleviate the stress from the ****e that's happening ;) Oh well, all we can do is ride it out ....

Tifflex

10-28-2008, 04:54 PM

IronIc

10-28-2008, 05:00 PM

Hi Penney!

I'm sorry to hear about the layoffs at your office. Hopefully the impacted folks will find something even better.

Use this as a challenge and deal with your stress in positive ways. You took the first step by Spinning.

Hey Tiff! The economy is very scary right now -- hopefully things will go on an upswing soon.

Spinning is something that I have fallen in love with, unexpectedly :o A couple of months ago I was kickboxing and the instructor was on vaca -- spinning is offered the same time so I tried it. I have been going every since :o It is really hard! I love it, lol

I put going back to school on hold for now, largely because the money from my pension is not available unless I leave the company. Things are not looking good for my company and I would not be suprised if more layoffs will occur. If they do and I get hit, I know I have just enough in my pension after penalties to get an Associate's in Nursing (or another good field).

So, really I am covered (despite the fact that I would probably have to declare bankruptcy if I get laid off, lol) :o

English_Gent

10-28-2008, 09:59 PM

Hi Penney

I finally tracked you down!

Or should it be Kill-Me-O? :eek:

45 minutes of spinning ...

Cardio today -- spinning! 45 minutes of total-body torture :p

If I'm reading your blog correctly... You may have fell off the wagon BUT it would appear that you jumped straight back on the bike!

Well spinning cycle that is and I know how that hurts! :eek: Great workouts and food log BTW! :D

You can do it! I'll be watching!

Toodles for now!

ArchAngel'73

10-29-2008, 05:26 AM

Kudos to you on the spinning, not sure I have what it takes to do that consistantly.
Excellent eating plan, very nice to see again.
At least you are not jobless at the moment, gives you a little time to plan ahead and you have. I'll pray for the no bankruptcy option.

unimoose

10-29-2008, 05:39 AM

Hi Penny! Wow, layoffs again. :( Hopefully your source is right and they won't effect your department. 45 minutes of spinning! :O That's impressive! I'm glad the food and diet are back where you want them to be, results can not be that far off.

aftrshok

10-29-2008, 05:59 AM

Good Hump Day to you Penney!!! :)

How are you doing today?

HoosierHardGain

10-29-2008, 06:14 AM

There's a guy who works at the Enquirer at the Western Ave. building who takes spinning class with me. We were talking about the layoffs a couple of minutes before class started.

Well, they layed off Jim Borgman, who is an absolute legend in Cincy, so that shows you the character of the company. Yeah, I know, he was offered early retirement...but it doesn't change anything.

claycat

10-29-2008, 06:33 AM

There's a guy who works at the Enquirer at the Western Ave. building who takes spinning class with me. We were talking about the layoffs a couple of minutes before class started.

And..........................enquiring minds want to know! LOL :p

You did a great job on the eats again and the spinning. I can't wait to start my spin classes.

When are we going to get to see some results!!!!

10-29-2008, 06:57 AM

Great job on the spinning (lol and you think the StairMonster is bad!! lol)

We have layoffs comming too...a lot of them...my group is safe (far as I know) but this is a major reorg for a couple different divisions...it really sucks...so does the economy - nothing to do but hunker down and ride it out :(

keep up the good work and the good eats...is you energy coming back at all yet??

Samraiwise

10-29-2008, 08:41 AM

IronIc

10-29-2008, 10:17 AM

Hi Penney

I finally tracked you down!
I like being tracked down by manly bodybuilders! :D

BUT[/b] it would appear that you jumped straight back on the bike!

Well spinning cycle that is and I know how that hurts! Great workouts and food log BTW!

You can do it! I'll be watching!

Toodles for now!
Heheh, yeah I fell right on the bike. It feels good to be in control, and it is helping with the stress and all. Don't be a stranger any more, John! :)

Kudos to you on the spinning, not sure I have what it takes to do that consistantly.
Excellent eating plan, very nice to see again.
At least you are not jobless at the moment, gives you a little time to plan ahead and you have. I'll pray for the no bankruptcy option.
Thanks Brian. I was not sure I could do this either ... and the first couple of sessions I almost stopped doing it. Now I know I can handle it, even w/ the low carbs.

Thanks for your prayers! Those are always appreciated :)

Hi Penny! Wow, layoffs again. Hopefully your source is right and they won't effect your department. 45 minutes of spinning! :O That's impressive! I'm glad the food and diet are back where you want them to be, results can not be that far off.
Hi Joe! I am seeing some results already ... of course it'll be months 'till I'm close to where I want to be :o But my clothes are looser which is a start :p

IronIc

10-29-2008, 10:20 AM

Good Hump Day to you Penney!!!

How are you doing today?
I am still employed so good so far :o

It's always good to see you on here, Brian! :)

Well, they layed off Jim Borgman, who is an absolute legend in Cincy, so that shows you the character of the company. Yeah, I know, he was offered early retirement...but it doesn't change anything.
Yeah, he really is a legend (and not just in Cincinnati). To me, that tells us that this company is buckling under.

And..........................enquiring minds want to know! LOL :

You did a great job on the eats again and the spinning. I can't wait to start my spin classes.

When are we going to get to see some results!!!!
Hey Cat! I really enjoy the spinning (haha did I really mean that?!?) ;)

I am talking pics in the beginning of November, at least a couple of days after the cheat meal, lol. I may take them on Friday :)

IronIc

10-29-2008, 10:23 AM

Great job on the spinning (lol and you think the StairMonster is bad!! lol)
What I like about the spinning are the intervals .. and when we find a flat road it isn't too bad :p The StairMonster ... lol .. is hard no matter what level it's put on :p

We have layoffs comming too...a lot of them...my group is safe (far as I know) but this is a major reorg for a couple different divisions...it really sucks...so does the economy - nothing to do but hunker down and ride it out
Yep, you're right ... it gets very tempting to quit, but there's nothing else to fall back upon.

keep up the good work and the good eats...is you energy coming back at all yet??
My energy is great right now! :) Despite the low carbs! Hopefully my energy is here to stay.

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Through hard times and good times,
Always shining my Penney!!

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KAZ!!!!!!!!!! Where have YOU BEEN??!? I missed you :o

How's it going for you?

IronIc

10-29-2008, 05:41 PM

Isn't today the 79th anniversary of Black Friday? :eek: lol

This is my Week 2 ATS arms workout:

BB CURL: 40x10, 50x10, 60x2/50x6
The 2 reps at 60 is a PR. I was rockin' it on the curls! I'm so glad my energy is so good despite the low carbs and cals.

CG BP: 45x10, 50x10, 60x10
I used the empty Oly bar for the first set, and found it rather awkward. The smaller BBs work much better for this exercise.

DB CURL: 2x20'sx10, 25'sx6
I am slowly getting stronger on these. The 30's will be a PR ... I think I may be able to hit that in a couple of weeks :)

SKULL CRUSHER: 3x30x10
I am keeping the weight low 'till I know for certain my form is correct. I was watching some guy do skulls after I was done, and I think I may need to go further behind my head.

CABLE HAMMER CURLS: 60x10, 65x10, 70x6:D
Woot! All weights are PRs -- I was seeing how heavy I can go on these. It was pretty hard at 70 lbs, lol :p

TRICEP PD MACHINE: 100x10, 110x10, 120x10
I was so glad to be able to use this machine tonight ... it's one of my favorites :)

BB FOREARM CURL: 3x20x10
I am still unsure about the form with these as well, so the weight was light

DB FOREARM CURL: 3x10'sx10
I am still unsure about these, too ... I have never trained forearms before. I really need to find some vids!

CARDIO: Treadmill
20 minutes LISS. The plan was to go 30, but when some lady came up between another lady and myself, and told us to watch putting our purses in our trunks because there has been a rash of robberies ... well, I've been locking my purse in the trunk :eek: I got off the treadmill and got it out. I guess I'll have to carry all of my stuff with me for now on :rolleyes:

Tomorrow ... more spinning!

IronIc

10-29-2008, 05:49 PM

Nikonguy

10-29-2008, 07:09 PM

Logging some awesome workouts Penney. Strong BB curls too! :)

blsmith

10-30-2008, 01:45 AM

Very strong looking workouts Penney and great eating! You are really walking this thing now, beautiful!!!

10-30-2008, 02:42 AM

wow terrific workout penney!! congrats on the PRs....really nice to see your energy back...I think that means your body has switched over to metabolizing your fat stores - this is awesome!!!

aftrshok

10-30-2008, 06:05 AM

Great workout yesterday Penney!!! :)

I think anyone would get a rash if they put their purse in there trunks, that would be a real trick in someone wore a thong. ;) he he!!! Sorry, I couldn't help myself. :D

Hope today is a great day for you.......:)

Hibiscus09

10-30-2008, 06:23 AM

Hi Penney! :) Wow, you're already on page eight before I find your journal?!

How are things going so far with Scivation? I hope you are able to meet your goals. It's tough when there's so much stress.

I'm sorry about the layoffs at Gannett. Car dealerships are dropping like flies also. Brian is hoping not to have to lay anyone off, but has set out a plan post holiday season just in case he does have to lay anyone off. He's cutting back everything he can to try to avoid it. It really bothers Brian a lot (as it should everyone) because it adversely effects people's lives so much.

Hopefully after the election (and it can't come soon enough for me because I can't take listening to much more! :D ) things will settle down a bit. Brian thinks it will be at least another year or so..... :eek:

Awesome job on the workout!! Yikes about the purses! I used to think it was strange when I saw women carrying their purses from machine to machine in the gym. Maybe that's why! :eek: :D

Happy Thursday!!

IronIc

10-30-2008, 06:25 AM

Logging some awesome workouts Penney. Strong BB curls too!
Thanks Ed! I am very happy with my bicep gains :)

Very strong looking workouts Penney and great eating! You are really walking this thing now, beautiful!!!
Thanks sweetie! :) Right now I feel on top of the world with this program. It is great! And the diet is so easy to follow. You may wanna consider it ... we'd love to have you here!

wow terrific workout penney!! congrats on the PRs....really nice to see your energy back...I think that means your body has switched over to metabolizing your fat stores - this is awesome!!!
Thanks Sandy! :) My energy is very good. I think my bod has made the switch.

I have not lost alot of scale poundage, but my body comp is changing. And my clothes are beginning to fit way better.

Great workout yesterday Penney!!!

I think anyone would get a rash if they put their purse in there trunks, that would be a real trick in someone wore a thong. he he!!! Sorry, I couldn't help myself.

Hope today is a great day for you.......
Hehehhe Brian, you must have been hanging around with Rick (my SO). Arrrgghhh, the punny jokes he comes up with! :p

Yeah, that would make a pretty nasty rash, wouldn't it??? :o

Hibiscus09

10-30-2008, 06:27 AM

IronIc

10-30-2008, 06:27 AM

Here's my eats for today:

#1: 1 egg, 2 egg whites, lean burger

#2: 2 scoops Sci choco whey in water, 15 almonds, 6.5 oz grapefruit

#3: 5 oz canned chicken breast, 2 tbsp salsa, 1/2 cup green beans, 10 almonds

#4: 1 can tuna, 2 boiled eggs, 2 tbsp salsa, 5 almonds

#5: Sludge shake (yum, yum, yum!) :D

#6: TBE: 1 cup lowfat cc, 5 almonds

The last meal wound up being a little different. I still had the cup of lowfat cc, but I had about 15 or 20 mixed nuts ... and 1 vodka/diet tonic :o I just had one! hehe I need to go to bed right after I get home! :p

HoosierHardGain

10-30-2008, 06:37 AM

Good eats yesterday, Penney.

I meant your food....not the Alton Brown show on Food Network :)

Hope your morning is well!

IronIc

10-30-2008, 07:19 AM

One more thing: Does Scivation have a higher carb version of their nutrition plan? I keep thinking Tiffany told me they did. I guess I need to find out. I need at least 100 starchy carbs. That's my low limit. :D
Diane, you'll need to contact Derek about the different nutrition plans. I am very sure he does have a higher carb plan :)

If you can eat 100+ carbs a day and not get hungry I am jealous! :p I lose very well (and actually lose better) when I'm on higher carb plans ... but the hunger gets me every time :o (It could be 'cause carbs are sooooo goooood)

Good eats yesterday, Penney.

I meant your food....not the Alton Brown show on Food Network

Hope your morning is well!
Hoos, I avoid the Food Network like the plague! :p I get so hungry when I watch it (even though I do need some new recipe ideas .... hmmmm) :cool:

But I have to watch when I'm not hungry -- right after I have eaten! :p

aftrshok

10-30-2008, 07:22 AM

You probably saw my comment about me watching the Food Network while doing cardio. :)

claycat

10-30-2008, 07:39 AM

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Through hard times and good times,
Always shining my Penney!!

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What is this!!! You come and see Penney and don't visit me! :mad: Someone will have hell to pay! :D

Oh hai Penney, :o

Yes, jealous.;)

oldernhotter

10-30-2008, 07:46 AM

IronIc

10-30-2008, 07:57 AM

You probably saw my comment about me watching the Food Network while doing cardio.
I did indeed, Brian. Hehehe :p I would trip over my own drool! :eek:

What is this!!! You come and see Penney and don't visit me! :mad: Someone will have hell to pay!

Oh hai Penney,

Yes, jealous.
Kaz loves me mo-ost! Na-na-na-na-NA-na!!! lol :p

How are you today, Catherine?

Veddy, veddy, nice! Have you ever tried 21's? (biceps) Google them if you don't know what they are. They are great to do once in awhile to really get a great pump. I do them every other week. They burn. Which is always good. Have a terrific day Penney. P.S. Don't dwell on things which you have no control over. It just wrecks havoc on your inner sanctum. Ellen
I have heard of 21's, Ellen, and mean to try them someday. I bet they burn like Hell! :eek: He hehe, burning pain is always good (are we a sick lot or not?) :o

Yeah, so true on the stuff around us that is out of our control. I try to keep from getting sucked up in it. Sometimes it's hard when it hits me in the wallet, lol.