****Official "OBF" 2010 SPECTACULAR SPRING Contest Thread***

[beefcake66]

Is it sad that I only read 5th place prizes lmao?

Theres such great competition here I didnt bother to look at 1-4 and only looked at what 5th gets, haha

It's almost all the same anyways :p

[kudostojen]

Once a month??? lol... I've been meaning to, I just can't be bothered... my core gets worked really well from most of my other exercises.

haha, awesome. I think i'm going to go to once a week from now on. I just don't see the benefit too working them more than that.

btw, you're getting close to your surgery. We're not going to see you for a couple of days eh?...but i bet your recovery will be quick because of the shape you're in. I think that will be a huge help.

[Big Poppa S]

Things have definitely been hit n' miss over the last two weeks while we had company over and will probably continue for the next 10 days until company leaves. I've been getting some workouts and some cardio in, it's just the diet that's been taking the biggest hit.

[hyacinth30]

Another one of my new favorite recipes. The cake portion was taken from one of the recipe threads and I added chocolate pudding b.c I found it a little dry. It came out amazing!

Chocolate Lava Cake

.5 scoop chocolate whey
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/4 tsp baking powder
3 tablespoons egg white
1 tablespoon apple sauce

Combine ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour into a cup and microwave for 1 min. Will come out like a little cake. Remove from mug and slice in 2 or 3.

Take fat free/low sugar chocolate pudding and put a little on top of each cake.

[beefcake66]

haha, awesome. I think i'm going to go to once a week from now on. I just don't see the benefit too working them more than that.

btw, you're getting close to your surgery. We're not going to see you for a couple of days eh?...but i bet your recovery will be quick because of the shape you're in. I think that will be a huge help.

Thanks, I hope so too...
I'll probably try to log on and make a post after the surgery, I'm betting it may not make much sense though :p

[beefcake66]

Another one of my new favorite recipes. The cake portion was taken from one of the recipe threads and I added chocolate pudding b.c I found it a little dry. It came out amazing!

Chocolate Lava Cake

.5 scoop chocolate whey
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/4 tsp baking powder
3 tablespoons egg white
1 tablespoon apple sauce

Combine ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour into a cup and microwave for 1 min. Will come out like a little cake. Remove from mug and slice in 2 or 3.

Take fat free/low sugar chocolate pudding and put a little on top of each cake.


You and your recipes... I'm really gonna have to start a lil recipe book for your stuff here... so many I wanna try lol

[tjwoody]

I will need to try some of those recipes.

[Vytis]

I couldn't wait the whole week :o and decided to weigh in this morning (mid-week)

down 1.6 pounds to 305.1 lbs! :D (another new low)

Good stuff Brian - keep going!

[longhorns_p]

Is it sad that I only read 5th place prizes lmao?

Theres such great competition here I didnt bother to look at 1-4 and only looked at what 5th gets, haha

hahaha I do that too man

been doing it since day one :o

[FrmrHoss]

Haha, I don't even read the prizes anymore ;). I'm just in it to.... finish :). New weight low for me this morning of 181.0, so I'm finally through my plateau and booking it down to the 170s. That being said, here's a workout video from today (175 for front squats with my chicken legs).

gt_6qXfFbhQ

[DomesticDiva]

I couldn't wait the whole week :o and decided to weigh in this morning (mid-week)

down 1.6 pounds to 305.1 lbs! :D (another new low)

WOOT! Congrats, Bri!

[blsmith]

Good stuff Brian - keep going!


WOOT! Congrats, Bri!

Thanks Rob and Diva! :) Inching ever closer to that elusive 299 :o

[GettingfitAgain]

Another one of my new favorite recipes. The cake portion was taken from one of the recipe threads and I added chocolate pudding b.c I found it a little dry. It came out amazing!

Chocolate Lava Cake

.5 scoop chocolate whey
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/4 tsp baking powder
3 tablespoons egg white
1 tablespoon apple sauce

Combine ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour into a cup and microwave for 1 min. Will come out like a little cake. Remove from mug and slice in 2 or 3.

Take fat free/low sugar chocolate pudding and put a little on top of each cake.

That looks yummy! How many cals in that?

[Major T]

Haha, I don't even read the prizes anymore ;). I'm just in it to.... finish :). New weight low for me this morning of 181.0, so I'm finally through my plateau and booking it down to the 170s. That being said, here's a workout video from today (175 for front squats with my chicken legs).

gt_6qXfFbhQ

YAY for getting by the plateau!! Way to hammer the chicken legs...I have those to so you're not alone! lol


Thanks Rob and Diva! :) Inching ever closer to that elusive 299 :o

You WILL reach it VERY soon dude! Getting closer by the second!!

[blsmith]

You WILL reach it VERY soon dude! Getting closer by the second!!

Thanks dudette! :D Will be nice to finally say I am UNDER 300 pounds...

[Bnizzle163]

Morning all, finally made it to the gym after more than 5 days off!
Now I just need to work on cardio!

I was starting to wonder where you were :p. Good to have you back!

[ASK.]

So i start my Cellucor Weight Loss stack friday, with a log.
I'm going to finish this contest, and to put the cherry on top; i'll have to win :)

[tjwoody]

http://www.gifbin.com/bin/25swsw037377.gif

[hyacinth30]

That looks yummy! How many cals in that?

The cake portion is only 90 cals, and then depending how much pudding you add it will change the amount...Definitely under 200 though.

[tjwoody]

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[FrmrHoss]

http://i36.tinypic.com/2rvy1sn.gif

Hysterical. Well done sir!

[beefcake66]

http://i36.tinypic.com/2rvy1sn.gif


Hysterical. Well done sir!

LMAO! Cute!
The first time I came to view the thread it said the image wasn't working.. saw it this time :D

[tjwoody]

for the ladies...

http://www.gifbin.com/bin/052009/1242990199_peter_griffin_thong_dance.gif

[gymratluke]

So i start my Cellucor Weight Loss stack friday, with a log.
I'm going to finish this contest, and to put the cherry on top; i'll have to win :)

Better bring your A game!;)

[kudostojen]

Another one of my new favorite recipes. The cake portion was taken from one of the recipe threads and I added chocolate pudding b.c I found it a little dry. It came out amazing!

Chocolate Lava Cake

.5 scoop chocolate whey
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
1/4 tsp baking powder
3 tablespoons egg white
1 tablespoon apple sauce

Combine ingredients and mix until smooth. Pour into a cup and microwave for 1 min. Will come out like a little cake. Remove from mug and slice in 2 or 3.

Take fat free/low sugar chocolate pudding and put a little on top of each cake.

I'm trying those. Those would be great for breakfast. yummmmm

[FrmrHoss]

YAY for getting by the plateau!! Way to hammer the chicken legs...I have those to so you're not alone! lol



I don't know if these chicken legs can lift any kind of weight that would justify saying they have been hammered ;). But I am slowly dinking away at them! And trust me, whenever the bulking plan starts, the workout will include lots and lots of heavy squats. Determined to change these little twigs into oaks!

[beefcake66]

Chocolate Lava Cake


I just messed with this recipe a little and now I have my own little post-workout experimental cake to attempt to create and enjoy :p

Hopefully no fail.. haha

[longhorns_p]

Better bring your A game!;)

I was just about to say the same thing :eek:

[hyacinth30]

for the ladies...

http://www.gifbin.com/bin/052009/1242990199_peter_griffin_thong_dance.gif

Thanks :)


I just messed with this recipe a little and now I have my own little post-workout experimental cake to attempt to create and enjoy :p

Hopefully no fail.. haha

Let me know how it turns out! I find I feel like Im cheating when I eat them but they fit perfectly into my calories.

[beefcake66]

Let me know how it turns out! I find I feel like Im cheating when I eat them but they fit perfectly into my calories.

I certainly will...
I'm gonna use an entire scoop of protein and a whole egg, and maybe throw in something else if I need to change the consistency... don't have apple sauce so i'm gonna try a tsp of olive oil instead i think... Going to test it post-workout in place of my protein shake (it's hard for me to be experimental sometimes due to small calorie intake lol)

[ASK.]

This competition is going by way too quick. I wish they'd extend it a littler longer HAHA
Free Weight! I say we take a poll for an extension ;)
Since there are more prizes, the motivation is through the roof!

LET'S TAKE A POLL FOR AN EXTENSION!!! :)

[beefcake66]

This competition is going by way too quick. I wish they'd extend it a littler longer HAHA
Free Weight! I say we take a poll for an extension ;)
Since there are more prizes, the motivation is through the roof!

LET'S TAKE A POLL FOR AN EXTENSION!!! :)

hahaha!! nice!
I don't think it'd go over too well...
personally I'd have to vote no because it's already going to be frigging hard enough dealing with the last 4 weeks with a bum leg and crutches lol

[blsmith]

This competition is going by way too quick. I wish they'd extend it a littler longer HAHA
Free Weight! I say we take a poll for an extension ;)
Since there are more prizes, the motivation is through the roof!

LET'S TAKE A POLL FOR AN EXTENSION!!! :)

LOL considering it is 4 weeks longer this year than it has in the past, be thankful for that! :D

[ASK.]

2 more weeks of dieting and training hard wouldn't hurt ;)
You'll only be healthier and you'll have a chance to WIN!
Did i mention more skinny and more toned? or more muscular and irresistible at the beach for the entire summer.

Another option is to give people the option to diet 2 weeks longer and post pictures 2 weeks after OR just post pictures on the original end date. That way for people who are a bit more motivated have a greater chance and for the people that believe are ready and think they have a chance to place by the original end date can also post then.

[blsmith]

2 more weeks of dieting and training hard wouldn't hurt ;)
You'll only be healthier and you'll have a chance to WIN!
Did i mention more skinny and more toned? or more muscular and irresistible at the beach for the entire summer.

Another option is to give people the option to diet 2 weeks longer and post pictures 2 weeks after OR just post pictures on the original end date. That way for people who are a bit more motivated have a greater chance and for the people that believe are ready and think they have a chance to place by the original end date can also post then.

Yes, those are great benefits of working out. So does that mean that after the contest is over you are going to stop working out? I'm in this for life. There will be other contests.

Anyways if there is a poll I vote for no extension.

[longhorns_p]

I'm down for NO extension

Its going to be hard enough fighting to the finish


anybody else having problems with malware in this thread? I keep getting a pop-up and its only in this thread, something about gifbin might host malware

[ASK.]

I'm down for NO extension

Its going to be hard enough fighting to the finish


anybody else having problems with malware in this thread? I keep getting a pop-up and its only in this thread, something about gifbin might host malware

No Malware for me. Gotta stop those bad sites man! ;)

[Husky Bob]

I say keep the D-line for this contest as is. That way I can start the next one fresh!

Will there be a summer contest? And how does one find out?

Had an OK leg session today, but great cardio as I did 45 minutes. Never did that before.

[MsTropix]

I couldn't wait the whole week :o and decided to weigh in this morning (mid-week)

down 1.6 pounds to 305.1 lbs! :D (another new low)

http://informationninja.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/good_job_blue_ribbon.png


I'm an electronics tech; the only problem with walking is if I walk long distances my knee gets pissy at me... I decided to take the bus today because it's still feeling a little angry at me from monday... I plan to try to walk tomorrow if I can manage it.

Thinking of yesterdays cartoon ads, here are some cartoon comic band aid strips for your ouchie.

http://www.myextralife.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/ouch-comic-strip-bandages.jpg


I have a question for everyone, how often does everyone work their abs? I'm curious because a lot of training programs will call for 2 days or more a week and i don't think that's really necessary.

I do crunchies about 3 times a week, does that count? If I am sore, I do a few just to get them in.


http://i36.tinypic.com/2rvy1sn.gif

Now if we could all have that mindset to get somewhere when on a treadmill we would be making more progress like that kitten.


for the ladies...

http://www.gifbin.com/bin/052009/1242990199_peter_griffin_thong_dance.gif

OMGosh! I told you , you better not EVER post me on the internet. I'm breaking up with you now. Slams door in face!



personally I'd have to vote no because it's already going to be frigging hard enough dealing with the last 4 weeks with a bum leg and crutches lol

I vote NO EXTENSION as well (for what its worth) in favor of those that are ahead now may not be ahead if extended due to medical reasons, etc.



anybody else having problems with malware in this thread? I keep getting a pop-up and its only in this thread, something about gifbin might host malware

No malware dysfunction on my end. Everything is running like a charm.


However, I am not against a cool down OBF session when this one is over- with maybe the BLACK CATS offer to the winners of the cool down?

[COUNTRYMIKE]

This competition is going by way too quick. I wish they'd extend it a littler longer HAHA
Free Weight! I say we take a poll for an extension ;)
Since there are more prizes, the motivation is through the roof!

LET'S TAKE A POLL FOR AN EXTENSION!!! :)Sorry but no extension... :)

[anti-bonk]

I'm all for longer contests. But in this case I say the rules were already set and some people plan their entire plan of attack for when to peak based on a 16 week program.

If the contest were extended I would probably just find more opportunity to cheat on my diet and just procrastinate the serious insane workouts.

**I think the extra 4 weeks was a great idea/ 12 weeks was over too quick**

[GettingfitAgain]

anybody else having problems with malware in this thread? I keep getting a pop-up and its only in this thread, something about gifbin might host malware

Yep just started today. Some of the images are from gifbin which are flagged as malware.

[blsmith]

http://informationninja.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/good_job_blue_ribbon.png



Thanks hon! :D

[MsTropix]

Yep just started today. Some of the images are from gifbin which are flagged as malware.

Look at your latest program downloads and delete all the ones that look suspicious or If you dont know how to stop them try a system restore point. Set it back a few days at least.

[tjwoody]

Yep just started today. Some of the images are from gifbin which are flagged as malware.

if its bugging u guys to much i can go edit them out. i dont think my symantec is picking anything up.

going to go do some cardio and some core. not to sound gross but something is giving me the shizzles! HAHAHAHHAHAHA

[trudyelizabeth]

Checking in today to see how everyone is doing. I'm beat today...I got up at 5:30 and lifted weights. I need to find some new motivation as I think I'm getting bored with my workout. Maybe I will put some miles on my bike this week.

[micoolah]

I went to bed/woke up with a giant headache. I'm wondering if it's from the less than 30 g carbs yesterday. Seems awfully quick though, I just started this keto thing. Maybe it's just something blooming. Last night I did a quick lower body workout and did Week 5 day 1 of the Couch-2-5k program. I massively skipped ahead because I haven't been able to get in running in a couple of weeks. I was pleasantly surprised. The last 5 minute stint I had to make 3.5 minutes because I ran out of steam. I'm proud of myself though.

I'm still really not sure how to consume 150g of fat a day. I don't know if I will be able to do this keto diet exactly as written. Might have to add in more carbs and less fat and hopefully still get the benefits.

[FrmrHoss]

I'm not a keto expert, but from what I understand, they are pretty inflexible about the min carb part. You could prob get away with adding more calories from protein, but I think it would not be a keto diet if you substitute fat for carbs.

[FrmrHoss]

Oh, also to answer your question - yes. If you have not been doing low carb before, going to 30g of carbs will most def give you headaches, made you feel tired and groggy for 4-5 days, maybe even a week, before your body gets used to it.

[GettingfitAgain]

Look at your latest program downloads and delete all the ones that look suspicious or If you dont know how to stop them try a system restore point. Set it back a few days at least.


if its bugging u guys to much i can go edit them out. i dont think my symantec is picking anything up.

going to go do some cardio and some core. not to sound gross but something is giving me the shizzles! HAHAHAHHAHAHA

I think its google chrome that catches it. Doesnt happen in IE. No biggie tho.

[beefcake66]

I tried to reply about the keto thing but my browser took a dive on me and its all gone :(

basically the point was too many carbs on a keto diet makes the keto diet pointless...
looks like Hoss gots it all under control.

[longhorns_p]

I think its google chrome that catches it. Doesnt happen in IE. No biggie tho.

yah same here Google chrome, I just accepted it.....hopefully my computer doesn't crash :o

http://www.threadbombing.com/data/media/15/00027rep.jpg (http://www.threadbombing.com/details.php?image_id=3240)

[beefcake66]

http://www.threadbombing.com/data/media/15/00027rep.jpg (http://www.threadbombing.com/details.php?image_id=3240)

bahahahhaha nice!!

[beefcake66]

ITS LIFTING TIME!!

My ears feel like theyre burning...??

[Free Weight Friedel]

This competition is going by way too quick. I wish they'd extend it a littler longer HAHA
Free Weight! I say we take a poll for an extension ;)
Since there are more prizes, the motivation is through the roof!

LET'S TAKE A POLL FOR AN EXTENSION!!! :)

How about no:D

[MsTropix]

I went to bed/woke up with a giant headache. I'm wondering if it's from the less than 30 g carbs yesterday. Seems awfully quick though, I just started this keto thing.

I'm still really not sure how to consume 150g of fat a day. I don't know if I will be able to do this keto diet exactly as written. Might have to add in more carbs and less fat and hopefully still get the benefits.

On keto I had the hardest headaches in my life for at least a week. But I studied the diet well and I knew what the possibilities were to side effects. What you are experiencing are withdraws, its a good thing-believe it or not.

Use good fats. Add coconut oil to as much as you can. I buy the Spectrum Organics kind with no taste no scent and I love it. Use it on as much as you can even in iced smoothies. Use olive oils too. Eat whipping creams, cool whip is a great ice cream substitute. Only thing is I hate to see a person on a non organic keto diet and who can afford one that is organic?

It takes at least 2-3 days for your body to switch from using foods as fuel to using your own body fat as fuel. You will know when this change takes place when using the ketosticks. Everytime you consume too many carbs for your bodys personal preference, the ketosticks will show you that you have exited the keto and are back to using food as fuel again. It takes a lil practice but if you are careful and creative you can do it. Once your ketosticks help you understand what it takes to stay in or out of keto, you wont need the sticks anymore. Cut the sticks in 1/2 to save dollars and cents.


I'm not a keto expert, but from what I understand, they are pretty inflexible about the min carb part. You could prob get away with adding more calories from protein, but I think it would not be a keto diet if you substitute fat for carbs.

Yes get it from more protein or coconut oil=money. (wink)

[MsTropix]

yah same here Google chrome, I just accepted it.....hopefully my computer doesn't crash :o

http://www.threadbombing.com/data/media/15/00027rep.jpg (http://www.threadbombing.com/details.php?image_id=3240)

LMBO


How about no:D
There ya have it. Mr. Fwuff has spoken.

[kudostojen]

So i went out for lunch with an old friend today and we went to Swiss Chelet because it's the middle spot for both of us.

Had Chicken Fingers and fries and didn't think it would be a big deal. WAS I WRONG!!! Look at the macros for their fingers and fries. Oops.
This also shows what my meal macros will be by 7pm tonight. Good thing it's still below my maintenance.

Maybe i'll do some extra cardio tonight.


http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/Untitled.jpg

[push_it]

Yum chicken fingers. I love those.


So silly question.... when is the time for the last pictures to be posted? The dates?

[FrmrHoss]

Yes get it from more protein or coconut oil=money. (wink)

I see what you did there!


Yum chicken fingers. I love those.


So silly question.... when is the time for the last pictures to be posted? The dates?

I thought it was July 3. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

[Sky22]

I went to bed/woke up with a giant headache. I'm wondering if it's from the less than 30 g carbs yesterday. Seems awfully quick though, I just started this keto thing. Maybe it's just something blooming. Last night I did a quick lower body workout and did Week 5 day 1 of the Couch-2-5k program. I massively skipped ahead because I haven't been able to get in running in a couple of weeks. I was pleasantly surprised. The last 5 minute stint I had to make 3.5 minutes because I ran out of steam. I'm proud of myself though.

I'm still really not sure how to consume 150g of fat a day. I don't know if I will be able to do this keto diet exactly as written. Might have to add in more carbs and less fat and hopefully still get the benefits.

Most of the time people start a new diet they stop drinking soda, tea, coffee or whatever else they may have been getting a large dose of caffeine from. So, have you had any yesterday or today? Just a thought. :)

[MsTropix]

I see what you did there!



I thought it was July 3. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

More like June 23rd, but cant be posted til June 26th. Im not sure though. I dont pay attn to all that til its actually June. So maybe I should just shut up. I know FWF has posted the dates about 5 days in a row now, lol. Poor fella.


...and yeah, I did do it didnt I? lol.


Most of the time people start a new diet they stop drinking soda, tea, coffee or whatever else they may have been getting a large dose of caffeine from. So, have you had any yesterday or today? Just a thought. :)

Oh good eye there.

[longhorns_p]

I see what you did there!



I thought it was July 3. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.

Yes, I think that's correct: July 3rd

but you have the option of taking them sooner on 6/23

the first date that you can actually post them is on 6/26

My understanding is, you have the option of finishing up by taking your final pics with a newspaper anytime between 6/23-7/3.

This may/may not be accurate :confused:

[Free Weight Friedel]

Yes, I think that's correct: July 3rd

but you have the option of taking them sooner on 6/23

the first date that you can actually post them is on 6/26

My understanding is, you have the option of finishing up by taking your final pics with a newspaper anytime between 6/23-7/3.



Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!!!!!

[micoolah]

Oh, also to answer your question - yes. If you have not been doing low carb before, going to 30g of carbs will most def give you headaches, made you feel tired and groggy for 4-5 days, maybe even a week, before your body gets used to it.


I tried to reply about the keto thing but my browser took a dive on me and its all gone :(

basically the point was too many carbs on a keto diet makes the keto diet pointless...
looks like Hoss gots it all under control.


On keto I had the hardest headaches in my life for at least a week. But I studied the diet well and I knew what the possibilities were to side effects. What you are experiencing are withdraws, its a good thing-believe it or not.

Thanks for the info, guys. I already have such a problem with headaches that I'm thinking this might not be the dieting style for me. Especially a cyclic keto, I'm guessing I would get headaches every time I switched back to the keto diet. Perhaps I will switch to a diet consisting of whole grains...in moderation.


Most of the time people start a new diet they stop drinking soda, tea, coffee or whatever else they may have been getting a large dose of caffeine from. So, have you had any yesterday or today? Just a thought. :)

Good thought, but no...I've been on a diet this whole contest. I don't drink much of any of those things, anyway. Maybe a tea every couple of days but I mostly try to shy away from too much caffeine.

[History in Effect]

July 3 is like the Contest day and July 4 is like I need to eat a big cheat meal after the contest..

[MsTropix]

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!!!!!

Ok whateva


Thanks for the info, guys. I already have such a problem with headaches that I'm thinking this might not be the dieting style for me. Especially a cyclic keto, I'm guessing I would get headaches every time I switched back to the keto diet. Perhaps I will switch to a diet consisting of whole grains...in moderation.



Good thought, but no...I've been on a diet this whole contest. I don't drink much of any of those things, anyway. Maybe a tea every couple of days but I mostly try to shy away from too much caffeine.

Well thing is once you deplete your body of that need for a certain number of carbs on a daily basis your stamina will improve- it wont be yo-yo like forever. BUT only YOU know what you should do or not do. I do my own thing, I am not following a fad diet of any sorts. Listen to what your bod says and you will be ok.

Yes yes I know I am losing slowly these last 10 weeks at only 13 pounds lost, but I am losing.

So I am a winner too "sticks tongue out!"

[MsTropix]

Well the way History in Effect put it I will forever remember this contest ends right on time for a HUGE carb up on the 4th. I never thought of that, but now it's marked on my calendar.

I will hit up The Gators Dockside and have some beers and a Gator Tail Burger with extra hot sauce and a salad with chunky bleu cheese dressing then run over to my cousin Joys house and ask her to have a Lemon Zest cake with glazed icing ready for me to pick up!

Oh boy.

[Rozlyn27]

Well, I am now officially mother to a two year old.

Plus..

A BLONDE. God damn do I look good.

Anyways, now just a tan and I'll look smokin in that bikini at the end of the summer!

[ASK.]

Well the way History in Effect put it I will forever remember this contest ends right on time for a HUGE carb up on the 4th. I never thought of that, but now it's marked on my calendar.

I will hit up The Gators Dockside and have some beers and a Gator Tail Burger with extra hot sauce and a salad with chunky bleu cheese dressing then run over to my cousin Joys house and ask her to have a Lemon Zest cake with glazed icing ready for me to pick up!

Oh boy.

Don't you want to progress even more after the competition is over? Jennifer Anniston has a banging new body for the Water Advertisement. I believe it was an ad for a water company.

[MsTropix]

Don't you want to progress even more after the competition is over? Jennifer Anniston has a banging new body for the Water Advertisement. I believe it was an ad for a water company.

Of course I do why do ya think I opted in for the after OBF Coold Down Session suggesting Black Cats as an incentive? LOL.

I will do a large carb up July 4th, big- HUGE. Then back to business. I have a goal set before me and I'm after it.

[MsTropix]

Hey isnt there an option for mobile bb.com?

[dekd]

Alright so I'm coming to the conclusion that my training needs to be revamped. Instead of 5 high volume days, I wanna do 3 higher intensity days with just compound movements. This will leave me with way more energy to do cardio which I think could make a difference.

[NorthTexasBB]

Alright so I'm coming to the conclusion that my training needs to be revamped. Instead of 5 high volume days, I wanna do 3 higher intensity days with just compound movements. This will leave me with way more energy to do cardio which I think could make a difference.

do what you gotta do man, its all about finding that nich that will make you want to workout. I do 3 day splits and dont think I would have the energy to go do weights 5x a week.

[MsTropix]

Alright so I'm coming to the conclusion that my training needs to be revamped. Instead of 5 high volume days, I wanna do 3 higher intensity days with just compound movements. This will leave me with way more energy to do cardio which I think could make a difference.

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[NorthTexasBB]

Im confident that I will hit my weight goal by the end of the contest as I weighed in at 237 yesterday. Gotta hit it harder to try and melt some more bodyfat though.

[dekd]

do what you gotta do man, its all about finding that nich that will make you want to workout. I do 3 day splits and dont think I would have the energy to go do weights 5x a week.

Yeah it gets rough. By the time I'm done lifting I don't wanna do any cardio. I feel like 3 great lifting days would give better results than 5 average ones

[gymratluke]

Yeah it gets rough. By the time I'm done lifting I don't wanna do any cardio. I feel like 3 great lifting days would give better results than 5 average ones

It would be better....

[FrmrHoss]

Of course I do why do ya think I opted in for the after OBF Coold Down Session suggesting Black Cats as an incentive? LOL.

I will do a large carb up July 4th, big- HUGE. Then back to business. I have a goal set before me and I'm after it.

I'm confused as to why you need a carb up of any kind.

[RichL1982]

Still in here! Recomping with Activate Xtreme and Novadex XT! :D.

[gymratluke]

I'm confused as to why you need a carb up of any kind.

Probably cause after all the hard work she deserves it?!


Or because it helps jump start fat burning after long periods of dieting?!


Im confused as to why you're confused :confused:

[longhorns_p]

Alright so I'm coming to the conclusion that my training needs to be revamped. Instead of 5 high volume days, I wanna do 3 higher intensity days with just compound movements. This will leave me with way more energy to do cardio which I think could make a difference.

Would probably help a lot. I've been doing 5/3/1 this whole comp and I was under the impression it wouldn't be enough volume to lose weight but its worked great! The military press day is almost like another rest day really, not nearly as taxing as the other big lifts.

That being said, I have tons of energy to do cardio :D


Probably cause after all the hard work she deserves it?!


Or because it helps jump start fat burning after long periods of dieting?!


Im confused as to why you're confused :confused:

Yeah, I'm confused too.....carb ups, cheats, w/e you want to call them are great for your sanity. They only help that much more to keep you committed to your diet, so long as you don't go too crazy with em'

Looking forward to my pizza on Friday!

MsTrop, what is this cool down all about? Is it a separate contest you guys are considering doing? I want some Black Cats! :)

[longhorns_p]

Winner Winner Chicken Dinner!!!!!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2677/4495380595_2d7e80ffa6.jpg

I'm housin' a couple of these bad boys after this contest

[kudostojen]

Yeah, I'm confused too.....carb ups, cheats, w/e you want to call them are great for your sanity. They only help that much more to keep you committed to your diet, so long as you don't go too crazy with em'




Keto (CKD). Carb ups are great for replenishing your glycogen stores if they've been completely depleted which is how the CKD works.

It's a great diet. :D

[tjwoody]

Again...Fing a...

Call a call from a police dept saying my 11 YO son was there. apparently after school today he decided to try running away. walked over 2 hours and came across a police station. we are still trying to figure out what he is going through...but poor lil guy seems depressed and we arent sure what to do about it ATM. we sending him to a counselor. not sure what I can do about working out right now cause he wants me to get him right after work from now on. guess I can try working out at nights for him... :(

what a ****ty year its been.....

[FrmrHoss]

Probably cause after all the hard work she deserves it?!


Or because it helps jump start fat burning after long periods of dieting?!


Im confused as to why you're confused :confused:

Yeah, carb ups/refeeds are fine for people that have been in prolonged deficits but if memory serves me correctly, she already has a cheat meal/cheat day built into her diet on a weekly basis. Also, she's not on a carb depleted diet either, so a specific CARB-UP doesn't have the same kind of benefits that you might have/get on one of those diets.

I agree that free meals are good for your sanity and I have one per week too, but I don't go crazy with them. Just worried it may hamper her progress which, as she has said, has slowed lately.

[chubbarock]

hi guys :D just checking in, hope all is well

[Ms_Doodikins]

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2677/4495380595_2d7e80ffa6.jpg

I'm housin' a couple of these bad boys after this contest

Mmm this was dinner tonight, though it was homemade :D Sooo good!

[push_it]

CHECK THESE OUT ...
There were about a million different kinds. I wanted one so bad but managed to walk away :)

http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq164/push_it_photos/022.jpg

http://i444.photobucket.com/albums/qq164/push_it_photos/021.jpg

[dekd]

Here's what I'm gonna do for my new routine:

Monday-
Flat BB Bench x 4
Incline BB Bench x 4
Clean & Jerk x3
Weighted Dips x 3


Wednesday-
BB Squats x 4
SLDL x4
One Arm DB Snatch x 3


Friday-
Rack Pulls x 4
Weighted Chins x4
BB Rows x3
Ab Wheel Rollouts x 3

[wada]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1062/1345704185_f527c85b63.jpg...im having 5 of these post contest..god i miss icecream =(

[boogie102786]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1062/1345704185_f527c85b63.jpg...im having 5 of these post contest..god i miss icecream =(

Why must you torture us so?

[Tyler44]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1062/1345704185_f527c85b63.jpg...im having 5 of these post contest..god i miss icecream =(

I had one Sunday afternoon from Cold Stone Creamery.....Mmmmm felt good man

[Rozlyn27]

Again...Fing a...

Call a call from a police dept saying my 11 YO son was there. apparently after school today he decided to try running away. walked over 2 hours and came across a police station. we are still trying to figure out what he is going through...but poor lil guy seems depressed and we arent sure what to do about it ATM. we sending him to a counselor. not sure what I can do about working out right now cause he wants me to get him right after work from now on. guess I can try working out at nights for him... :(

what a ****ty year its been.....

Wow, I can't even imagine the terror you must have been feeling after that. You know what, tjwoody, this is a contest. While it would be cool to win or place and so on, you know that you're family comes first. He needs you and it's so great to see that you're aware of this fact.
Keep on top of your diet, and get in what you can. Obviously you have a scared and confused little boy who just needs your support. It will get better, and when he's all grown up, he'll understand just how much you love him and how much you were/are willing to sacrifice for him.

[MsTropix]

I'm confused as to why you need a carb up of any kind.




Probably cause after all the hard work she deserves it?!


Or because it helps jump start fat burning after long periods of dieting?!


Im confused as to why you're confused :confused:



Yeah, I'm confused too.....carb ups, cheats, w/e you want to call them are great for your sanity. They only help that much more to keep you committed to your diet, so long as you don't go too crazy with em'

Looking forward to my pizza on Friday!

MsTrop, what is this cool down all about? Is it a separate contest you guys are considering doing? I want some Black Cats! :)

There is NO plan for a OBF Cool Down, it was only an idea I threw out there for the mods to think about and suggested tossing in some Black Cats for the incentive to do a OBF Cool Down.


Yeah, carb ups/refeeds are fine for people that have been in prolonged deficits but if memory serves me correctly, she already has a cheat meal/cheat day built into her diet on a weekly basis. Also, she's not on a carb depleted diet either, so a specific CARB-UP doesn't have the same kind of benefits that you might have/get on one of those diets.

I agree that free meals are good for your sanity and I have one per week too, but I don't go crazy with them. Just worried it may hamper her progress which, as she has said, has slowed lately.

Hoss, as you said I have had a cheat built into my diet, and its called a BBQ ;) Your memory did serve ya correctly.

I dont like meat and some peeps try to get me to increase my protein, so I eat BBQ chicken breast on the weekends as a way to get that increase and I do love the smell. That is my cheat. Nothing big.

My diet is NOT carb deficient by any means.

I took a 5 Foot fall about a month ago that STOPPED my weight training and slowed my cardio way down, which is one reason why the weight loss slowed. I am STILL healing from that fall but my exercise has increased.

So due to the lack of exercise and recent change in my diet I am reconfiguring my meal times and readjusting calorie intake, etc.

Now, my cheat will be a HUGE one on July 4th and I will not be concerned with it as it will not threaten my progress for this challenge. I will cheat and I will move on- like I do every weekend.

TY Hoss for keeping watch.

[Free Weight Friedel]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1062/1345704185_f527c85b63.jpg...im having 5 of these post contest..god i miss icecream =(

Geeeeeeeeeeeez, this is the 2nd time in the past week that someone has made me lick my computer screen!

[MsTropix]

Mr. Fwuff says, http://cdnet.myxer.com/tn/c/2722322/big/?t=20091117173947

[NorthTexasBB]

how long are people working out per day? I feel lazy since I dont work often and cant find things to do around the house.

[MsTropix]

how long are people working out per day? I feel lazy since I dont work often and cant find things to do around the house.

I totally understand that void you are experiencing. I am unemployed and I exercise about 2 hrs a day as dedication to my fitness. BUT the rest of my time seems wasted once house work is complete. I mean- I could exercise all day long (if I wasnt still injured that is) like they make the Biggest Losers do, but I just dont. Is that a lack of motivation or laziness? I dunno. I dont have kids at home either so Im totally disturbed by this.

You have asked a complicated question.

[Free Weight Friedel]

Mr. Fwuff says, http://cdnet.myxer.com/tn/c/2722322/big/?t=20091117173947

LOL!


how long are people working out per day? I feel lazy since I dont work often and cant find things to do around the house.

I usually work out for about an hour to an hour-and-15 minutes. This does not include cardio after my workout.

[COUNTRYMIKE]

Geeeeeeeeeeeez, this is the 2nd time in the past week that someone has made me lick my computer screen!The first time was when I sent you that picture of me in my zebra print thong :o

[MsTropix]

I think if I were much smaller in size I would join a sport of some sort. I use to love running and baseball.

[MsTropix]

The first time was when I sent you that picture of me in my zebra print thong :o

Yeah CountryMike saw those thongs on a monkey I was selling on Ebay and insisted I send them to him. They were used...


LAUGHS INSANELY.

[Free Weight Friedel]

The first time was when I sent you that picture of me in my zebra print thong :o

oh gawd, lol!

That image is disturbing!

[COUNTRYMIKE]

Yeah CountryMike saw those thongs on a monkey I was selling on Ebay and insisted I send them to him. They were used...


LAUGHS INSANELY.Are you saying my butt is shaped like a monkey's? :p

[Free Weight Friedel]

Are you saying my butt is shaped like a monkey's? :p

More like an Arby's Roast Beef sammich:p

[COUNTRYMIKE]

OK gang I gotta get in the bed, I'm starting to get sleepy....Good nite George and sweet dreams MsTropix :)

[COUNTRYMIKE]

More like an Arby's Roast Beef sammich:pI would have to eat it then...... wait wut? :eek:

[MsTropix]

I think I will be able to sleep tonight which is a good thing cause I am going w my sister to Chipotle for free food, lol, and then to PANERA to play cards.

http://i432.photobucket.com/albums/qq48/moonlightwalk/goodnightdontletthebedbugsbite.gif

[MsTropix]

I cant believe this. I cant sleep. Tossin n turnin. I was having these weird pinching feelings in my sides too. I just cant keep this up. I have a big day today and no sleep? H E L P! ! !

[MsTropix]

I closed my facebook and am using my old one again, so If anyone is interested in adding me to their facebook here is my link- PLEASE add a note to the request letting me know you are OBF or I will not add you. I dont want strangers on there. THANKS!

http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1424733408

[tjwoody]

Had long talk with son.....Still not entirely sure whats going on but we getting help. Hes saying he wants more time with me...then he says he wants more time to be alone and just play i think. Today I did my workout in the AM to spend more time with him every day. I still dont know what hes looking for but he comes first at this point.

I feel bad for neglecting him.....and we explained how things are in life and why he needs to be disciplined sometimes. I saw the warning signs early with grades slipping very bad and we just met with teachers and are talking to someone to set up times he can talk to. Hes really a good kid....I just think almost being 12 is he getting very confused about life.

Think I will get him more active with me somehow.....

[MsTropix]

Had long talk with son.....Still not entirely sure whats going on but we getting help. Hes saying he wants more time with me...then he says he wants more time to be alone and just play i think. Today I did my workout in the AM to spend more time with him every day. I still dont know what hes looking for but he comes first at this point.

I feel bad for neglecting him.....and we explained how things are in life and why he needs to be disciplined sometimes. I saw the warning signs early with grades slipping very bad and we just met with teachers and are talking to someone to set up times he can talk to. Hes really a good kid....I just think almost being 12 is he getting very confused about life.

Think I will get him more active with me somehow.....

Thats a great idea to include him in activities with you and ANY outdoor nature activity will do him good. If he is depressed the sunshine has vitamins to help with that too. THUMBS UP for including him.

[MsTropix]

Has anyone here tried Oat Milk?

[beefcake66]

I would have to eat it then...... wait wut? :eek:

OH SNAP!


I cant believe this. I cant sleep. Tossin n turnin. I was having these weird pinching feelings in my sides too. I just cant keep this up. I have a big day today and no sleep? H E L P! ! !

Have you ever considered trying some sort of sleep aid? Not necessarily a sleeping pill, but somethign like Melatonin?


Had long talk with son.....Still not entirely sure whats going on but we getting help. Hes saying he wants more time with me...then he says he wants more time to be alone and just play i think. Today I did my workout in the AM to spend more time with him every day. I still dont know what hes looking for but he comes first at this point.

I feel bad for neglecting him.....and we explained how things are in life and why he needs to be disciplined sometimes. I saw the warning signs early with grades slipping very bad and we just met with teachers and are talking to someone to set up times he can talk to. Hes really a good kid....I just think almost being 12 is he getting very confused about life.

Think I will get him more active with me somehow.....

So he's just about 12? You could take him to the gym and show him a few things? (but you know nothing too crazy)... Get him involved in a hockey or football team perhaps? Music? Karate even? Just a few suggestions... I don't really deal much with kids lol

[beefcake66]

Has anyone here tried Oat Milk?

Can't say that I have... I still have to try the almond milk and some of those coconut things you mention lol

[xStevenx]

squats today!!!!

[GettingfitAgain]

Morning all!

Couch to 5k Week 5 Day 1 complete

Edit: Couch to 5k COMPLETE!

Got in the zone today and just ran... Ran for a total of 33 minutes straight but only at 5mph but now I know I can run non stop for 30 mins. Going to increase the speed each session.


how long are people working out per day? I feel lazy since I dont work often and cant find things to do around the house.

About 90 mins a day.

4 days a week lifting 3 days a week cardio

On lifting days around 1 hour of lifting with 30 mins of cardio (10 min warmup and 20 min cooldown)

On Cardio days, Abs + 1 hour of cardio

[tjwoody]

Not sure about gym and my son.....guess I could ask them. I do see some younger kids going..but they look 14+. he was in TKD (karate) for years and he didnt want to do it anymore. Guess its time to see what he wants to do again. hes really not to interested in much atm....besided tv and games.



Havent run for a bit....shin is killing me. ran outside other day... brutal.


I used to workout aprox 1 hr 15 mins on average per day...4 days lifting. On cardio only days another 2-3 times per week...with stretching and maybe some abs like another hour. With trying to do these morning workouts I will be trying to keep it to 1 hr max.

[live4gs]

Again...Fing a...

Call a call from a police dept saying my 11 YO son was there. apparently after school today he decided to try running away. walked over 2 hours and came across a police station. we are still trying to figure out what he is going through...but poor lil guy seems depressed and we arent sure what to do about it ATM. we sending him to a counselor. not sure what I can do about working out right now cause he wants me to get him right after work from now on. guess I can try working out at nights for him... :(

what a ****ty year its been.....

Good luck on the family issues...As always family first!!

[GettingfitAgain]

I had this at Longhorn steakhouse a while back. It was so awesome! Enough for 4 people was crazy!

http://link.photo.pchome.com.tw/s08/cafesea/71/123721604828/

[micoolah]

I had this at Longhorn steakhouse a while back. It was so awesome! Enough for 4 people was crazy!

http://link.photo.pchome.com.tw/s08/cafesea/71/123721604828/

OMG torture. Seriously, I could super pig out on cake about now. Months of dieting is pretty torturous! I've been saying for a while now I want to become a marathon runner so I can eat whatever I want, lol.



I just got my final grade in my super hard exercise testing class....I GOT AN A-! I'm so freakin' happy. I worked my BUTT off in that class. Tons of research and studying. So happy.

Now, to celebrate, I'm going to do an intense hour and a half of cardio. Woooo...oh yeah and I lost a few fractions of an inch off of some places, pretty happy!

[dekd]

So starting monday I'm switching up the routine. I gotta pull it out for these last few weeks :)

[beefcake66]

All this posting of desserts is negatively affecting my dieting hahaha

Last night I had a cheat night....... it wasn't pretty.

[BIGROC34]

You ate all that? OMGosh, in my DREAMS, LOL.


Yup ate every last drop of it all and it was great! Didn't gain 1 pound either!

[BIGROC34]

How many hours apart do you guys eat and do you have a certain "cut off" time where you do not eat after a certain hour?

I try to eat about every 3-4 hours. Breakfast being the most important time wise. I try to make sure and eat within 1 hour of waking to get the body burning. I find if I miss breakfast my day is very sluggish.

I have no cutt-off and don't believe in it at all. I think most people do that to just reduce their total calories eaten but I don't find it neccessary. I actually try to make sure and eat a slow digesting protein such as Casein or Cottage Cheese about 30min to 1 hour before bed to keep the metabolim going and to repair from lifting. Eat the muscle if you like!

[BIGROC34]

Hectic week at work so far. Trying to close as many sales as possible before end of the month. Gym still going steady. Weight was back to 219 on Monday after big cheat on Friday. I would expect 2 more lbs this week as well.

I have switched to a full body routine this week with 1 min rest between exercises to change up this week.

Good Luck the rest of the week and weekend to everybody we are finally getting some nice weather here in MI so I am going to try and do some track work this Saturday.

[gymratluke]

OMG....so many food pics!!! Me no likey!! :p

[Fightingenetics]

Mmmm... gotta love food porn <3 Lucky you, enjoying it all and not gaining a pound :D

[ASK.]

My morning breakfast is amazing.

Pancake with blueberries topped with peanut butter and marshmallow dip. Of course with healthy macros :)

305g Egg Whites
Tad of Cinnamon
1 packet of splenda
1/4 cup of water
99g Blueberries
20g PB
2 tbsp of Psyllium Husk
*in the vitamix*
Walden Farms Marshmallow Dip
Naturally More PB

[beefcake66]

My morning breakfast is amazing.

Pancake with blueberries topped with peanut butter and marshmallow dip. Of course with healthy macros :)

305g Egg Whites
Tad of Cinnamon
1 packet of splenda
1/4 cup of water
99g Blueberries
20g PB
2 tbsp of Psyllium Husk
*in the vitamix*
Walden Farms Marshmallow Dip
Naturally More PB


Was it just the psyllium husks and eggwhites that made the pancake consistency..? or am I missing something? lol

[tjwoody]

just came back from my physical. guess im going to live.... i did get him to take some blood to also test my test levels. something ive been curious about.

guess i will be trying to stick to early morning workouts. trying to see where i can fit in some cardio.

lunch, cup of broccoli and a cup of cottage cheese. i had a ton of cals this morning cause of the workout. maybe this will help me burn some fat. hard to weigh myself during the week cause im always so rushed i forget! Id love 215 on sat.....but not seeing it...booooo.....

[j. ViLLA]

just checking in....

[beefcake66]

just came back from my physical. guess im going to live.... i did get him to take some blood to also test my test levels. something ive been curious about.

guess i will be trying to stick to early morning workouts. trying to see where i can fit in some cardio.

lunch, cup of broccoli and a cup of cottage cheese. i had a ton of cals this morning cause of the workout. maybe this will help me burn some fat. hard to weigh myself during the week cause im always so rushed i forget! Id love 215 on sat.....but not seeing it...booooo.....

yay for living lol


I'm hopin to see the scale be down when I get home from Montreal... but I'm doubtful :p

[beefcake66]

......usually this thread is a lil more happenin, and helps cure my boredom at work...



....where is everyone?


effffffff lol

[ASK.]

Was it just the psyllium husks and eggwhites that made the pancake consistency..? or am I missing something? lol

OOPS, I forgot to mention 1 Whole Egg. The fat in the egg and the air blended into the egg whites make a fluff. Add the water then the husk. The husk will absorb the water and make a thicker consistency.

1. Spray PAM on a pan
2. Set stove to Medium High heat
3. Pour batter
4. Wait for bubbles to form. Should rise a little bit.
5. Get a plate and slide the baked pancake onto PLATE.
6. Hold PAN with L hand and PLATE with R hand.
7. Slowly FLIP the PLATE with the unbaked side of pancake onto the hot pan.
8. Wait for more rise.
9. Spread the PB and Marshmallow Dip.
10. Scoop of Blueberries
11. EAT AND ENJOY.
12. *Disclaimer* Feels like a cheat meal, but body keeps shedding fat.

[ASK.]

......usually this thread is a lil more happenin, and helps cure my boredom at work...



....where is everyone?


effffffff lol

BTW. I start my Cellucor Log tomorrow with measurements and what not.

I'll even post pictures of what i eat just for YOU ;) So you stop complaining of boredom. My log will be your entertainment!

[beefcake66]

BTW. I start my Cellucor Log tomorrow with measurements and what not.

I'll even post pictures of what i eat just for YOU ;) So you stop complaining of boredom. My log will be your entertainment!

excellllllllenttttt.......
I'll be waiting for a link lol

[tjwoody]

My morning breakfast is amazing.

Pancake with blueberries topped with peanut butter and marshmallow dip. Of course with healthy macros :)

305g Egg Whites
Tad of Cinnamon
1 packet of splenda
1/4 cup of water
99g Blueberries
20g PB
2 tbsp of Psyllium Husk
*in the vitamix*
Walden Farms Marshmallow Dip
Naturally More PB

out of curiosity u ever figure out the macros?

[FrmrHoss]

out of curiosity u ever figure out the macros?

300g of egg whites ~ 180 cals, 30g protein
100g blueberries ~ 60 cals, 15g carbs
20g PB ~ 120 cals, 10g fat, let's call it 4g/4g pro/carbs
fiber - don't care

So let's say roughly 360 calories, 34g protein, 20g carbs, 10g fat. There's an estimate for ya. Adjust accordingly based on marshmallow dip used.

You guys are lazy :P

[RUTHL3SS]

Been nailing diet/training perfectly! Really pushing it in this last month; I was set back a ton though, due to my new shoulder injury. But I'm not giving up!

[FrmrHoss]

Whoops, he left out a whole egg - so now add 70 cals, 4.5g fat, 7g protein to it.

[beefcake66]

300g of egg whites ~ 180 cals, 30g protein
100g blueberries ~ 60 cals, 15g carbs
20g pb ~ 120 cals, 10g fat, let's call it 4g/4g pro/carbs
fiber - don't care

so let's say roughly 360 calories, 34g protein, 20g carbs, 10g fat. There's an estimate for ya. Adjust accordingly based on marshmallow dip used.

You guys are lazy :p


whoops, he left out a whole egg - so now add 70 cals, 4.5g fat, 7g protein to it.

...win!

[ASK.]

300g of egg whites ~ 180 cals, 30g protein
100g blueberries ~ 60 cals, 15g carbs
20g PB ~ 120 cals, 10g fat, let's call it 4g/4g pro/carbs
fiber - don't care

So let's say roughly 360 calories, 34g protein, 20g carbs, 10g fat. There's an estimate for ya. Adjust accordingly based on marshmallow dip used.

You guys are lazy :P

You rock and deserve a girl scout cookie! Marshmallow dip is from Walden Farms and is 0 calories. (trace calories, but if you walk around the house, you'll burn it right off)

I'm going to take some pictures of me making it tomorrow and the end product.


BTW. For those carb conscious. Take out the blueberries! WOOHOOOO!

**This is a breakfast for a 2,500 calorie diet**
If you're on a lower calorie diet, just use LESS Egg whites, but incorporate the Whole Egg.

[Anders0n74]

Just finished up with my 6 finals, am unpacked and ready to really get going hard for the last month of this competition! Man it's good to be home :).

[MsTropix]

-1 lbs Today


http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/wrQpHUW/weight.png
(http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wrQpHUW/)

[Rozlyn27]

So at the time, I was pretty sure my ankle and knee would feel better by the next morning. I think maybe I didn't pay attention to how I was feeling enough.

My knee is still really tender, and my ankle hurts whenever I try to roll it.

I'm gonna give it till monday, and if it's not better by then, I'll probably go see my doctor to make sure I didn't make it any worse.

[dekd]

Good workout today, motivation is back up for sure

[MsTropix]

Have you ever considered trying some sort of sleep aid? Not necessarily a sleeping pill, but somethign like Melatonin?

Yes and yes.


Can't say that I have... I still have to try the almond milk and some of those coconut things you mention lol

Ok lol- well you are on such a low cal intake that Coconut oil might not =money. LOL My gosh but you have to experience Almond Milk.


Not sure about gym and my son.....guess I could ask them. I do see some younger kids going..but they look 14+. he was in TKD (karate) for years and he didnt want to do it anymore. Guess its time to see what he wants to do again. hes really not to interested in much atm....besided tv and games.

Yeah if there is an issue with him parents need to step up like you are already doing. Tell him to get back to you about what his activity desires are and if he doesn't respond its all about earning his game time until he does. :(


I had this at Longhorn steakhouse a while back. It was so awesome! Enough for 4 people was crazy!

http://link.photo.pchome.com.tw/s08/cafesea/71/123721604828/

Licking the computer screen proves contagious.


So starting monday I'm switching up the routine. I gotta pull it out for these last few weeks :)

I added 15 extra minutes of cardio. Possibly more as the days pass. Good job, Hangin there. Be creative.


Yup ate every last drop of it all and it was great! Didn't gain 1 pound either!

:)


I try to eat about every 3-4 hours. Breakfast being the most important time wise. I try to make sure and eat within 1 hour of waking to get the body burning. I find if I miss breakfast my day is very sluggish.

I have no cutt-off and don't believe in it at all. I think most people do that to just reduce their total calories eaten but I don't find it neccessary. I actually try to make sure and eat a slow digesting protein such as Casein or Cottage Cheese about 30min to 1 hour before bed to keep the metabolim going and to repair from lifting. Eat the muscle if you like!

I dont practice a cut off time, but I did consider it this week. I chose against it for now. I read that we should jump start our mornings by chugging water BEFORE we even get out of bed. I have spaced my meals further apart this week. So I am doing every 3 hrs now.


just came back from my physical. guess im going to live....

:) Congratulations.


......usually this thread is a lil more happenin, and helps cure my boredom at work...



....where is everyone?


effffffff lol

I will answer for myself, lol. My daughter called me with an emergency to pick her up from work early.

See about 2 weeks ago her dog, Trixy died suddenly.

Then about 5 days ago her other dog, Cocoa was sick- so Cocoa has been in the hospital on IV fluids and was treated for parasites but we went to visit her today and the Dr gave us bad news. Since a dog typically bounces back to health a day or two later after parasite treatment and Cocoa didn't and is vomiting, etc. we were not prepared for death.

They did xrays and there is an obstruction and I wont go into gross detail but my daughter already paid $300 for the last few days of treatment and is now told Cocoa needs surgery and still no guarantee she will survive. The hospital doesn't do financial aid or payment plans and She cant afford to pay any more money so she had to ask them to put her to sleep. Her BF showed up and we gave him the news and they just cried like they were losing a child. We were gathering our belongings to be with Cocoa as they put her to sleep when...

The Dr returned and said don't tell anyone I am doing this for you two. I will get her into surgery at 8am, if she makes it I will allow you to make payments if she dies there will be no charges. She said the dog has a slight chance of making it and the dog shows he cares for Lacy and Mike, so...

This was quite a surprise! They have a 3rd dog at home that is experiencing emotional detachment from having two dogs away from home, so now he is sleeping a lot and not eating. Man. So I have been at the vet all day with Cocoa.

[Tyler44]

OMG....so many food pics!!! Me no likey!! :p

I vote for everyone in this thread to pm and post pics of cake and ice cream to try and sabotage you!

Your cut has been spectacular man, congrats.

[MsTropix]

So at the time, I was pretty sure my ankle and knee would feel better by the next morning. I think maybe I didn't pay attention to how I was feeling enough.

My knee is still really tender, and my ankle hurts whenever I try to roll it.

I'm gonna give it till monday, and if it's not better by then, I'll probably go see my doctor to make sure I didn't make it any worse.

Are you wearing a blonde wig? I thought you had short hair? Black hair?

[tjwoody]

holy moly...i am tired.... early night for sure! gotta do some work from home though....boo.

tomorrow is legs in the AM....going to be a rough one for sure!

[beefcake66]

-1 lbs Today


http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/wrQpHUW/weight.png
(http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wrQpHUW/)

YAY! Lookie! It's begun!!


Edit: OH! AND! Leaving for Montreal shortly :D Probably won't be posting for a couple days!

[DriverDan]

This week has been really busy for me. Stuck to my new diet well, down to 151 lbs (-20.8 lbs) and waist is at 31.75" (-4").

I've been working my ass off on a new website that I'm almost ready to launch. I will be announcing it very soon. It's a sweepstakes & contest site that will be giving away supplements and more. Bonuses for any OBF contestants that register! :D


I went to bed/woke up with a giant headache. I'm wondering if it's from the less than 30 g carbs yesterday. Seems awfully quick though, I just started this keto thing. Maybe it's just something blooming.
It may be the diet. There are a few things you could try. Go up to 50g of carbs including fiber. Most people can still hit keto just fine at that level. The other option is try a targeted keto diet (TKD). You take in more carbs but focus them around your workout. I was doing TKD with 75-100g of carbs and was still in keto.

[MsTropix]

YAY! Lookie! It's begun!!


Edit: OH! AND! Leaving for Montreal shortly :D Probably won't be posting for a couple days!

Have a safe trip. Hurry back!

[tjwoody]

YAY! Lookie! It's begun!!


Edit: OH! AND! Leaving for Montreal shortly :D Probably won't be posting for a couple days!

have a safe and fun trip!

[Rozlyn27]

Are you wearing a blonde wig? I thought you had short hair? Black hair?

Ahaha, no. That was a previous picture from before I got pregnant. I got my hair done the other day, and this is what it looks like now!

[Free Weight Friedel]

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CONTESTANTS WHO HAVE POSTED in Week # 11
(names in bold)

Men's

WIULifter
Greek_Elite
RenegadeUR
getbustered
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122740551
JaySinX
anti-bonk
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122879421
cawiau
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=112815821&page=146
ShayZ
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122974611
Nikhiln25
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122820961
Tyler44
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=123074331
dekd
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=460253961#post460253961
Michael Bao
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121671211
longhorns_p
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=459702641#post459702641
xStevenx
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122974431
Prototyp3
kingjameskjf
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=115012401
dktang7
chubbarock
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122973761
Ndeserranno
niCe99
wada
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122855261
cuse88
blsmith
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122143771&page=15
RichL1982
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122657481
ASK.
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=460339411#post460339411
DriverDan
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=460323431
Big Poppa S
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=463167351&posted=1#post463167351
j. ViLLA
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122951741
boogie102786
Surive123
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=459702641#post459702641
-Ruthless-
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122868171
BIGROC34
Striver
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122922411
NorthTexasBB
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=459416581#post459416581
ossumday1
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122973761
sid_drums
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=460446271#post460446271
Vytis
Neiderhiser
FrmrHoss
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=120494101
tjwoody
Anders0n74
svmoney6
kingfame32
evok
MikeDC82
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=460765561#post460765561
Lukas13
gymratluke
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=459702641#post459702641
VAPump
Husky Bob
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=459719991#post459719991
Spectra360
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122899261
Leanripped
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=459812641#post459812641
chipperd
2.0Tsunami
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=463712563#post463712563
A50SNAKE
Spacehead
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122918411
Ttdskann
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=460163301#post460163301
slvrwolf1
***8ness8***
spaceantelope88
krush777
Bear165
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122918411
History in Effect
arob10
Yoshio
GettingfitAgain
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122870291
live4gs
shounick



Women's

MoEcho
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121338701
Sassy64
SheWulf
jkliveng
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=123040171
Sky22
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122837291
beefcake66
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122866061
Major T
Ms_Doodikins
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=458812371&welcome=true
Mrkfaad
MsClickClick
HappySnowBunny
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122928611
Kinipela
MsTropix
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=121228781
push_it
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122915891
samalmas
Isidith
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122857351
andreams1
KRAZA00
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=462006831#post462006831
micoolah
vanillabn
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=113918891
kudostojen
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122845281
SexyBack
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=5540003&page=172
DomesticDiva
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=463017211
19again
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=1229
hyacinth30
[url]http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=122893251
brittanyhayden
Rozlyn27
MsTropix_ll
sammykapp
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=115598021&page=74
Fightingenetics
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=111680521
trudyelizabeth
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=123248181




CONTESTANTS WHO HAVE MISSED TWO WEEKS OF POSTING - Disqualified

ATownDRock
Ninjazn
ImmieV
ugerti
xXJennyXx
ronniec02
rcp197inIZ
Fire8085
carbonmade78
amuarT
vylan
HALOBRYAN
mandyy87
swindled
ZombieEater
all_american
TimmD
Jlock126
PinkLilStar
cactusflower
johnel1984
stady119
Logtrog
MWest815
ryanlsaunders
hope2bme
bri87
Back Double Biceps18
Ripnlean
tnagger
Yogurt
lildude15612000
King 13
x_aDrenaLine_x
EvanAlmighty
DrewDeezy
FireBurner
MiguelR
Brothylated
Ivandabest
Averagebeast
wannaBcop
Ephmommy2
mariplay2004
jezebelFTW
Callie7


CONTESTANTS WHO HAVE MISSED ONE WEEK OF POSTING

dktang7
Surive123
kingfame32
***8ness8***
mts6175
Ruthless By Nature
Greek_Elite
A50SNAKE
krush777
Yoshio
Ttdskann
tjwoody
j. ViLLA
Tyler44
xStevenx
wada
Lukas13
RenegadeUR
chipperd
Spectra360
Leanripped
samalmas
Mrkfaad
vanillabn
trudyelizabeth
Ms_Doodikins
Isidith
SexyBack
Kinipela
brittanyhayden
HappySnowBunny
andreams1


CONTESTANTS WHO HAVE DROPPED OUT

Durmoot
PressEnter
c0vjek
mts6175

**Links are for the Contestants logs.**


Week #11 runs from 5/17 to 5/23 at midnight. You must post, at least once, before midnight on 5/23. If you miss 2 weeks of posting, you are disqualified.

[A50SNAKE]

things are starting to come together...getting things going at work...getting stuff done around the house...removing the excuses...the works outs are next... :)...here comes the pain!!!!!!.... *hahaha, ya right* but it sure sounds good...

[MsTropix]

Ahaha, no. That was a previous picture from before I got pregnant. I got my hair done the other day, and this is what it looks like now!

Ohhhh, okay! I guess I assume everyones avatar pix are of what ya look like right now, lol. Either way, I loved your hair in BOTH avatars! Its a good feeling to make a change here and there. I know I like to.

[live4gs]

things are starting to come together...getting things going at work...getting stuff done around the house...removing the excuses...the works outs are next... :)...here comes the pain!!!!!!.... *hahaha, ya right* but it sure sounds good...

That sounds like a plan!!!

[ASK.]

LET THE JOURNEY BEGIN!

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=493412691#post493412691

[MsTropix]

LET THE JOURNEY BEGIN!

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?p=493412691#post493412691

Going there now! then going to bed.


BTW I have wanted to eat your avatar for ages now.

[tjwoody]

morning all! on way for 2nd day of morning workouts.....tired. come on ya darn pills...kick in! :)

[MsTropix]

morning all! on way for 2nd day of morning workouts.....tired. come on ya darn pills...kick in! :)

Good mornin. Its nice when I am up to "good mornin" familiar people.

[MsTropix]

I had lost an inch on my neck but I dunno when it happened cause I dont keep track of measurements, but I was curious as to what they were since my last update who knows how long ago. But Imma thinkin it was recently cause when I was doin my eyebrows, lol, I held my mirror up to my face and noticed my jaw was showing more definition. It was shocking.

[tjwoody]

I had lost an inch on my neck but I dunno when it happened cause I dont keep track of measurements, but I was curious as to what they were since my last update who knows how long ago. But Imma thinkin it was recently cause when I was doin my eyebrows, lol, I held my mirror up to my face and noticed my jaw was showing more definition. It was shocking.

:) morning.....

Thats good news....progress is always progress.

Myself...up 1 lb from last week....its not official weigh i day till tomorrow AM....when I can get a lil more sleep. I am convinced as others said that lack of sleep, stress can mess with the lbs.

Diets been pretty solid this week. Got all my lifts in...cardios been lighter this week as I shift to morning workouts.

[MsTropix]

:) morning.....

Thats good news....progress is always progress.

Myself...up 1 lb from last week....its not official weigh i day till tomorrow am....when i can get a lil more sleep. I am convinced as others said that lack of sleep, stress can mess with the lbs.

Diets been pretty solid this week. Got all my lifts in...cardios been lighter this week as i shift to morning workouts.

:) y e s :)

[RUTHL3SS]

for the record (FWF)

Ruthless By Nature ---> -Ruthless-

:D

Anyways, off to the gym to do some deads/ham work!

[RUTHL3SS]

BTW, picked up a box of VPX Zero Impact bars. Peanut Butter & Jelly flavor. So delicious!

I just realized bb.com had them on special (25% off), and I picked them up at the VS for $28. :(

If anyone wants a delicious bar that can be used as a MRP with a solid profile, I'd definitely recommend Zero Impact. PB&J is quite moist as opposed to the other flavors that are very dry.

[tjwoody]

BTW, picked up a box of VPX Zero Impact bars. Peanut Butter & Jelly flavor. So delicious!

I just realized bb.com had them on special (25% off), and I picked them up at the VS for $28. :(

If anyone wants a delicious bar that can be used as a MRP with a solid profile, I'd definitely recommend Zero Impact. PB&J is quite moist as opposed to the other flavors that are very dry.

cool, thx for sharing...going to check them out. i know its not ideal...but i eat like a bar a day for bfast cause of my rushing around.

[tjwoody]

Oh and happy fryday people!

[slvrwolf1]

cool, thx for sharing...going to check them out. i know its not ideal...but i eat like a bar a day for bfast cause of my rushing around.

Ok here is my update for the week. I havent been on at all and I am sorry for that. I am sorry to my body for the hell I put it thru this week also. This week has been busy and no time for myself. Alot of overtime and alot of time working on things for family and everyone else and it isnt going to stop till about monday. I only had time this week for about 2 30 min cardio sesions. Oh yeah lildude that was my workout partner at the beginning of this competietion but disqualified went to the hospital his blood sugar he said was 1200+ and his potassium was 6.5. he is doing better now and out of the hospital but on bed rest. Next week has to be slower for me. I feel like I am burning my candle at both ends.

[GettingfitAgain]

6 weeks and 1 day to go everyone!

Give it everything you got! I know I am :)

Current status:
-26 lbs
Couch to 5k Complete! Did a 30+ min run this week
-4.5" off waist

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_vcF_BfSzwT4/S_aC-WAFJHI/AAAAAAAAANQ/4dlTRWaJSzU/s800/cal.png

[FrmrHoss]

I was down .8lbs this week, no change on the waist. Brings total for the competition to -10lbs, -1.75" on the waist. Not quite as impressive as some of the other numbers being posted, but I'm doing work dammit!

Next Thursday however, I leave for Aruba for 5 days so hopefully I can just maintain while I'm there *crosses fingers*.

[blsmith]

Morning everyone,

Weigh in tomorrow. Hope to see it down to 304 at least.

Not feeling to great mentally. A lot of stuff going through my head. I am trying my best to concentrate on the positives and not dwell on the negatives. I have my grandkids coming this weekend to our place as their parents have to go to a funeral so they will be keeping me busy. Lots of playing at the park (if its not raining).

Hope everyone has a great weekend (and for my fellow Canadians, a great long weekend! :))

[Free Weight Friedel]

for the record (FWF)

Ruthless By Nature ---> -Ruthless-

:D

Anyways, off to the gym to do some deads/ham work!


calmdownbroruthless.jpg:p

FIXED above!

[Striver]

calmdownbroruthless.jpg:p

FIXED above!

How is the competition going for you anyway Fwuff?

[jkliveng]

down to 118.2! I love extremely slow loss. hope everyone has a nice day and a healthy weekend

[tjwoody]

my weight may be up a bit over last weeks. i am starting to see some nice changes though. think i may be getting pecs! :)

[Free Weight Friedel]

How is the competition going for you anyway Fwuff?

Lifting is going great.

Diet is all over the place because I travel for work. I don't think I will have to travel again until the last week of the contest, so I have to keep my diet in check for the last few weeks.

[tjwoody]

http://www.biocrawler.com/w/images/thumb/8/8e/250px-Ren_and_Stimpy.jpg

[MsTropix]

Oh and happy fryday people!

lol


6 weeks and 1 day to go everyone!

Give it everything you got! I know I am :)

Current status:
-26 lbs
Couch to 5k Complete! Did a 30+ min run this week
-4.5" off waist


TY for being faithful to posting the updates!


I was down .8lbs this week, no change on the waist. Brings total for the competition to -10lbs, -1.75" on the waist. Not quite as impressive as some of the other numbers being posted, but I'm doing work dammit!

Next Thursday however, I leave for Aruba for 5 days so hopefully I can just maintain while I'm there *crosses fingers*.

I wanna go to Aruba too.Wanna go on a dream date?

[RUTHL3SS]

felt great today...

deadlifts are weak though imo :(

135x12
185x8
225x5
275x5
315x1
315x1
275x3

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[longhorns_p]

felt great today...

deadlifts are weak though imo :(

135x12
185x8
225x5
275x5
315x1
315x1
275x3

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Naw that's solid, gjdm


Destroyed my legs with a quick leg workout, squats and leg press ftw

Walking 18 holes of golf, then its pizza night :cool:

Down to almost 200, so -27 lbs...starting to really see the changes in the mirror. Believing that having abs for the final pictures is a real possibility

[Husky Bob]

for the nasal polyps that are blocking the airway and preventing me from breathing properly.

I'll get some cardio in this weekend, but won't be able to lift or do cardio for a few days after (maybe even a week, not sure yet).

So I'll consider this my "Deload week"! LOL!

I'll just keep the diet tight and work on my off-white tan if the weather is nice. I'll keep posting so I don't miss a week.

[tjwoody]

for the nasal polyps that are blocking the airway and preventing me from breathing properly.

I'll get some cardio in this weekend, but won't be able to lift or do cardio for a few days after (maybe even a week, not sure yet).

So I'll consider this my "Deload week"! LOL!

I'll just keep the diet tight and work on my off-white tan if the weather is nice. I'll keep posting so I don't miss a week.

GL with the surgery Bobbo!

[niCe99]

6-7 more weeks people

keep it up!

[ASK.]

for the nasal polyps that are blocking the airway and preventing me from breathing properly.

I'll get some cardio in this weekend, but won't be able to lift or do cardio for a few days after (maybe even a week, not sure yet).

So I'll consider this my "Deload week"! LOL!

I'll just keep the diet tight and work on my off-white tan if the weather is nice. I'll keep posting so I don't miss a week.

Good luck with the surgery bro! Wish you a quick recovery!

[kudostojen]

Everybody is doing so well in this contest. I know this contest has motivated me to goals i never had before. I'm looking to get really lean, even when the contest is over i'm still going to keep going.

Hey, just thought of something, we should start another thread when the contest is over so we can all keep going together. It's an idea?...or has someone else thought of this already? lol


So last week i was up a pound and the two weeks prior to that i didn't lose any weight. That's 3 weeks with no results with one of those week's going the wrong way. This week i'm down 2.5lbs from last week and 1.5lbs...well, you get what i'm saying.

I've lost an inche in my mid thighs which is a big loss for me. Half an inch in the waist, and nothing in the hips.

I lose fat in the strangest ways and it's never consistent. :confused:

[ASK.]

Everybody is doing so well in this contest. I know this contest has motivated me to goals i never had before. I'm looking to get really lean, even when the contest is over i'm still going to keep going.

Hey, just thought of something, we should start another thread when the contest is over so we can all keep going together. It's an idea?...or has someone else thought of this already? lol


So last week i was up a pound and the two weeks prior to that i didn't lose any weight. That's 3 weeks with no results with one of those week's going the wrong way. This week i'm down 2.5lbs from last week and 1.5lbs...well, you get what i'm saying.

I've lost an inche in my mid thighs which is a big loss for me. Half an inch in the waist, and nothing in the hips.

I lose fat in the strangest ways and it's never consistent. :confused:

I like your idea! We should all stick together till the next OBF ;)

[longhorns_p]

I like your idea! We should all stick together till the next OBF ;)

I'm gonna dirty bulk after this for the next contest, get back up to 230




















wait wut? jk jk lol :p

[brittanyhayden]

for the nasal polyps that are blocking the airway and preventing me from breathing properly.

I'll get some cardio in this weekend, but won't be able to lift or do cardio for a few days after (maybe even a week, not sure yet).

So I'll consider this my "Deload week"! LOL!

I'll just keep the diet tight and work on my off-white tan if the weather is nice. I'll keep posting so I don't miss a week.

From what I hear, 1 week post op you will feel like a new man! Good luck w/ your surgery, i'm sure you'll see such a huge difference in your training ability after they are removed.

[tjwoody]

Everybody is doing so well in this contest. I know this contest has motivated me to goals i never had before. I'm looking to get really lean, even when the contest is over i'm still going to keep going.

Hey, just thought of something, we should start another thread when the contest is over so we can all keep going together. It's an idea?...or has someone else thought of this already? lol

:

thats funny....was just thinking about where else was i going to waste my time when the contest is over! i like the idea of starting a new thread while we all continue pushing towards new goals! :)

[tjwoody]

http://img187.imageshack.us/img187/9458/isfdhfdhedym0.gif

[dekd]

I can't wait till I can start bulking again. Gonna be siiick

[Tyler44]

I can't wait till I can start bulking again. Gonna be siiick

I keep saying the same thing to myself, gettin real serious this bulk season.

[longhorns_p]

I can't wait till I can start bulking again. Gonna be siiick


I keep saying the same thing to myself, gettin real serious this bulk season.

"bulking" is what led to my amazing before pictures......227 @ 30% bodyfat :confused:

think i did it wrong

[Ttdskann]

Well thank God it's Friday! Just got home from work at my new job, landscaping and stuff in the sun for eight hours a day five days a week, by far a workout alone. I'm down three pounds this week just from working my butt off! Hopefully I can keep it up through the end of the competition, although I'm pretty sure I don't compare to the top runners.

[cawiau]

Still sick in this side of town: flu and cough with a nasty ear infection that is hurting like a mofo.


Trying to keep the diet in check and move forward. Hope everyone is doing well and kicking ass!

[ASK.]

Still sick in this side of town: flu and cough with a nasty ear infection that is hurting like a mofo.


Trying to keep the diet in check and move forward. Hope everyone is doing well and kicking ass!

Feel better man. And give it all you got to keep the diet in check! Not much longer till this competition is over. I told ya we should've had an extension poll ;) JK

[dekd]

"bulking" is what led to my amazing before pictures......227 @ 30% bodyfat :confused:

think i did it wrong

Yeah I didn't do the best job the first time around either. Hopefully the things I've learned cutting will help a lot with my bulk

[Sassy64]

Well so far in this competition I've been sick 3 different times. Lol this is getting ridiculous. I don't get sick but maybe once a year usually so I guess it's just my bad luck that's helped make me sick 3 times in a short period. Ugh. Anyway, I'm just about over this current sickness so yay! I hope everyone else isn't getting this stomach bug that's going around. Keep up the hard work you guys! =)

[wada]

Just wondering..how often do the Keto dieters/low carb dieters refeed? and how many grams per the day ..do you guys split it up in several meals or load up on one meal?

[Husky Bob]

Thanks for all the well wishes peeps!

If you don't hear from me after Monday...

you'll know what happened!

HAHA!

[jkliveng]

Excited to go to the gym and watch night at the museum while doing cardio tonight!

[kudostojen]

thats funny....was just thinking about where else was i going to waste my time when the contest is over! i like the idea of starting a new thread while we all continue pushing towards new goals! :)

we should call it "OBF Vetrans thread".


Just wondering..how often do the Keto dieters/low carb dieters refeed? and how many grams per the day ..do you guys split it up in several meals or load up on one meal?

Refeeds really depend on alot of things. Your training, bulking, cutting and how you feel. Also, I'm assuming you're doing the CKD?
Refeeds can be one meal to 2 days. I usually do 36hrs. Friday night to Saturday night.

[krush777]

Some amazing number being posted here! I also like the "post challenge" ideas that are circulating. Definitaly interested in "keeping it going" afterwards.

[tjwoody]

havent cheated today...usually dont on friday nights anymore as i work to limit them. i do plan on it tomorrow. think son wants chinese...but im going to stick to my diet rest of day tomorrow. maybe do a breakfast too.

[kudostojen]

I took some pics at the gym today for the first time. They're a little blurry because i was in a hurry and worried about getting caught. lol. I don't want people to see me taking pics of myself.

I was trying to get the vein in my bicep but the pics a blurred. Also, i just finished few sets on my bis.

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/OBF%20Contest/IMG_0379.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/OBF%20Contest/IMG_0378.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/OBF%20Contest/IMG_0377.jpg

I like how things are going this week. :D

[Sky22]

Just wondering..how often do the Keto dieters/low carb dieters refeed? and how many grams per the day ..do you guys split it up in several meals or load up on one meal?

I refeed when i start to stall which is about -5lbs from my last stall. So, if i get stuck at 230lbs...i'll refeed and be up to like 235lbs...then i will lose all the way down to 225lbs or something less until i stall again. Seems like i stall every 2-4 weeks. I do not plan my refeeds unless it's been a month. I just go by what my body needs/wants.

When i do refeed it's only for a day. If i do two days worth of carbs i'll gain like 8lbs and feel horrible and bloated. Tried it...sucked

Been working for me. Lost over 70lbs so far doing it that way. :)

[gymratluke]

Just fuked my back up doing light warm up squats. Perfect form and all...WTF?! :mad:

[MsTropix]

http://img187.imageshack.us/img187/9458/isfdhfdhedym0.gif

Oh MY G O S H thats NUTS!


Still sick in this side of town: flu and cough with a nasty ear infection that is hurting like a mofo.


Trying to keep the diet in check and move forward. Hope everyone is doing well and kicking ass!

Ear infections are the worst pain ever. Im sorry. Get well Mi Valentine.


Everybody is doing so well in this contest. I know this contest has motivated me to goals i never had before. I'm looking to get really lean, even when the contest is over i'm still going to keep going.

Hey, just thought of something, we should start another thread when the contest is over so we can all keep going together. It's an idea?...or has someone else thought of this already? lol

There has been a few us us that have tampered with the idea of a continuance some want an extended competition transformation which was out voted as well as dismisssed by the Mod and I threw out an idea to do an OBF Cool Down with Black Cats offered as a incentive to the last men/women standing.

MsTropix_ll, my daughter, lost her dog Cocoa this morning. She isnt answering her phone and hasnt called me or returned my text messages. Im giving her space though. Cocoa had swallowed something that got lodged in her and turned her intestines inside out. She didnt make it out of surgery. :(

I had an eventful day. I went to Chipotle in hopes of being one of the first 100 customers for a free t-shirt and burrito- but traffic was at a stand still so I missed out. So sis and I bought one. I am proud to say I cut it into 3rds so it took all afternoon-night to finish it off.

After Chipotle, we went to PANERA for tea and cards, lol.

After that I went to the beach and watched E.T. Its so cool to just pick a spot on the grass and get snuggled into a blankie and pillow for the night. I admit I was a lil sad cause so many people had their dogs with them. :(

I also had to walk 3 blocks to get to the movie, then back to the truck. I think its called the "Moonlight Movie"-anyway, I was ecstatic! to notice (even though I am still obese) that my thighs were NOT fighting one another as to whose turn it is to take the next step. If my ankle was not all jacked up- I would have walked further than just back to my car after the movie.

By the time I arrived home, after midnight it was C H E A T day ! ! ! My sister had bought me Reeses Pieces for E.T. but since it wasnt cheat day yet, I saved them for NOW!

I tried to post this before midnight, but was too late so this is yesterdays loss- (-2 lbs in last two days)


http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/wrQpHUW/weight.png
(http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wrQpHUW/)

I FINALLY HIT THE EVEN 30 MARK!

[Prototyp3]

Hope everyones week is going good, final stretch here. Made some great progress so far on all my lifts and mirror wise everything is great. Can't wait to see where I am a few weeks from now. In the middle of a deload week so no real progress reports, but good luck everyone.

[Bear165]

Keeping on diet and gaining strength.

[tjwoody]

morning. going to weigh in soon.

got a busy day planned. lil lawn work...go through the camper for next weeks trips....finally bring my outdoor furniture out!

[hyacinth30]

I FINALLY HIT THE EVEN 30 MARK!

Congrats hun!


Just fuked my back up doing light warm up squats. Perfect form and all...WTF?! :mad:

Ice and rest!

[Spacehead]

Just fuked my back up doing light warm up squats. Perfect form and all...WTF?! :mad:

it is the low calories, the injuries come very easily then.

[GettingfitAgain]

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I FINALLY HIT THE EVEN 30 MARK!

Great job Tropix!


Just fuked my back up doing light warm up squats. Perfect form and all...WTF?! :mad:

Ouch! Be careful man. You ok?

[ShayZ]

i woke up at 6 am, no idea why, usually dont wake up till 9, meh

[SheWulf]

i woke up at 6 am, no idea why, usually dont wake up till 9, meh

It will bite you in the butt later on when you want to pass out early :D

Hey everyone

[sammykapp]

Another week flies by.

For all those fighting injury...speedy recovery to you and being safe to prevent getting worse while you heal.

Congrats to all the those with MONSTER progress. Some great things happening up here.

[kudostojen]

MsTropix_ll, my daughter, lost her dog Cocoa this morning. She isnt answering her phone and hasnt called me or returned my text messages. Im giving her space though. Cocoa had swallowed something that got lodged in her and turned her intestines inside out. She didnt make it out of surgery. :(

I tried to post this before midnight, but was too late so this is yesterdays loss- (-2 lbs in last two days)


I FINALLY HIT THE EVEN 30 MARK!

I hope your daughter feels better soon. Sending her good vibes. :D

...and a big congrats on hitting the 30 mark.

[MoEcho]

I FINALLY HIT THE EVEN 30 MARK!

That is so awesome!! Great job!

Sorry to hear about your daughter's loss. Prayers being sent your way.

[DomesticDiva]

Hey, just thought of something, we should start another thread when the contest is over so we can all keep going together. It's an idea?...or has someone else thought of this already? lol


There has been a few us us that have tampered with the idea of a continuance some want an extended competition transformation which was out voted as well as dismisssed by the Mod and I threw out an idea to do an OBF Cool Down with Black Cats offered as a incentive to the last men/women standing.

I'm down for continuing...or at least keeping in touch. :) I've enjoyed having this support system. Sometimes it feels like we're on a team since we're constantly cheering each other on, something that's hard to find in a competition.

MsTropix, I'm sorry to hear about your dd's dog. Congrats on your weight loss! :D

[beefcake66]

wooooooooooooooooooo im still in montreal! SO MUCH WALKING! I probably walked at least 20km yesterday, but it definitely wasnt enough to offset the amount of candy and crap I ate on the drive up! I'll be driving most of the way home so I should be able to not eat constantly... it wasn't a pretty scene lol

[Tyler44]

refeed today, havent really cheated too much yet.....but tonight I dine in hell.


muhahahaa

[SheWulf]

refeed today, havent really cheated too much yet.....but tonight I dine in hell.


muhahahaa

I've been dieting for 13 weeks now, only had one cheat meal (dinner) at 8 weeks out. It's all mental. :cool:

[Tyler44]

I've been dieting for 13 weeks now, only had one cheat meal (dinner) at 8 weeks out. It's all mental. :cool:

You have some serious will power. I like to carb up once a week, been working well for me. Although Im not in contest prep, so I dont need to be as strict.

[SheWulf]

You have some serious will power. I like to carb up once a week, been working well for me. Although Im not in contest prep, so I dont need to be as strict.

There's no reason to. Some people are insane... you have to live life too. I'm still eating carbs although small amounts... so I'm content. I feel good, and I deal pretty well with dieting. Must be my obsessive nature lol

Keep truckin!

[Husky Bob]

Looking good, from what I can tell!

(must be shaking from the low carbs...) LOL!



I took some pics at the gym today for the first time. They're a little blurry because i was in a hurry and worried about getting caught. lol. I don't want people to see me taking pics of myself.

I was trying to get the vein in my bicep but the pics a blurred. Also, i just finished few sets on my bis.

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/OBF%20Contest/IMG_0379.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/OBF%20Contest/IMG_0378.jpg
http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u159/kudos2jen/OBF%20Contest/IMG_0377.jpg

I like how things are going this week. :D

[Husky Bob]

Went for a run/walk for 1 mile around the HS track. Also did push-ups on each curve. Did sets of 10, 12, 15, 15, 12, 12, and 12.

Then I did 3 sets of 10 of reverse rows after (pulling myself up to a bar).

Got some sun, too!

[live4gs]

Hello everyone,

FINALLY off my plateau got down to 196 today!!! That is a 2 pound loss for the week.

I Have been reading daily (I know it don’t count) but haven’t been able to post much. First let me say you guys are so mean! Ya’ll keep posting all those food pix!

Getting to the gym has been a issue. With all the yard & house work been going on only made it there one day. Also been doing well on the diet. Mostly protein shakes and bars. I know it’s not the best way but it has been the best way for me. Still trying to learn all the portion & mostly portion control!!

[live4gs]

Oh MY G O S H thats NUTS!



Ear infections are the worst pain ever. Im sorry. Get well Mi Valentine.



There has been a few us us that have tampered with the idea of a continuance some want an extended competition transformation which was out voted as well as dismisssed by the Mod and I threw out an idea to do an OBF Cool Down with Black Cats offered as a incentive to the last men/women standing.

MsTropix_ll, my daughter, lost her dog Cocoa this morning. She isnt answering her phone and hasnt called me or returned my text messages. Im giving her space though. Cocoa had swallowed something that got lodged in her and turned her intestines inside out. She didnt make it out of surgery. :(

I had an eventful day. I went to Chipotle in hopes of being one of the first 100 customers for a free t-shirt and burrito- but traffic was at a stand still so I missed out. So sis and I bought one. I am proud to say I cut it into 3rds so it took all afternoon-night to finish it off.

After Chipotle, we went to PANERA for tea and cards, lol.

After that I went to the beach and watched E.T. Its so cool to just pick a spot on the grass and get snuggled into a blankie and pillow for the night. I admit I was a lil sad cause so many people had their dogs with them. :(

I also had to walk 3 blocks to get to the movie, then back to the truck. I think its called the "Moonlight Movie"-anyway, I was ecstatic! to notice (even though I am still obese) that my thighs were NOT fighting one another as to whose turn it is to take the next step. If my ankle was not all jacked up- I would have walked further than just back to my car after the movie.

By the time I arrived home, after midnight it was C H E A T day ! ! ! My sister had bought me Reeses Pieces for E.T. but since it wasnt cheat day yet, I saved them for NOW!

I tried to post this before midnight, but was too late so this is yesterdays loss- (-2 lbs in last two days)


http://tickers.TickerFactory.com/ezt/t/wrQpHUW/weight.png
(http://www.TickerFactory.com/weight-loss/wrQpHUW/)

I FINALLY HIT THE EVEN 30 MARK!

Congrats on the 30lbs loss!!

Very sorry to hear about the doggie. Always hate to hear about the pets!!
I wish your daughter the best during this rough time..

[tjwoody]

Well, i was exactly the same weight as last week...216.5 lbs. sorta sux but what u gonna do. least i didnt gain. my pants do feel a bit more roomy so maybe i put on a lil muscle. :)

cleaned camper out today...did some lawn work and soon to be ordering chinese...and i may even have a couple rum and diet cokes. rough week i deserve it.

son is doing much better. he helped me today and we doing another fire in the backyard tonight.

[Tyler44]

There's no reason to. Some people are insane... you have to live life too. I'm still eating carbs although small amounts... so I'm content. I feel good, and I deal pretty well with dieting. Must be my obsessive nature lol

Keep truckin!

Ive recently had good progress with low-mod carbs (<80g/day). Here next week Im going to drop them real low and see where it gets me. Ive very carb sensitive, so should help shed a couple stubborn lbs.

Just got done with 52min of cardio. Rode my bike to my state park, around the lake twice, back to town to the track and walked/jogged a mile for a cool down. Total of about 9 miles.

[boogie102786]

Had a great week here. I'm now sitting at my lowest weight ever.

[live4gs]

Well, i was exactly the same weight as last week...216.5 lbs. sorta sux but what u gonna do. least i didnt gain. my pants do feel a bit more roomy so maybe i put on a lil muscle. :)

cleaned camper out today...did some lawn work and soon to be ordering chinese...and i may even have a couple rum and diet cokes. rough week i deserve it.

son is doing much better. he helped me today and we doing another fire in the backyard tonight.

I had the same problem. It took me 3 weeks to make any progress.

[KRAZA00]

hello all, computer still down...Im still around....Just keeping pushing this week sucked...but tomorrow is a new day

[MsTropix_ll]

hi everyone. i am down 3 since my last post.im sorry i cant be here more to help support you but i am still here. my dog died so i will probably lose more real fast. gotta go now

[WIULifter]

hoverin around 187 still. Still on the WSFSB split and gettin really sore from it will which is a good sign :D

[SheWulf]

Ive recently had good progress with low-mod carbs (<80g/day). Here next week Im going to drop them real low and see where it gets me. Ive very carb sensitive, so should help shed a couple stubborn lbs.

Just got done with 52min of cardio. Rode my bike to my state park, around the lake twice, back to town to the track and walked/jogged a mile for a cool down. Total of about 9 miles.

That's the best kind of cardio!


hi everyone. i am down 3 since my last post.im sorry i cant be here more to help support you but i am still here. my dog died so i will probably lose more real fast. gotta go now

Sorry to hear about your loss. I am a huge animal lover so I know how tough losing a pet can be. :(

[2.0Tsunami]

I'm still here...had to go to dc for work for a week, then I go to the beach next weekend. Was hoping to have better progress before then but slow and steady wins the race.

[ASK.]

I love to EAT and Cellucor took that away from me :(
I guess it's for the best...I have to force myself to eat.

[MsTropix]

Congrats hun!

I hope your daughter feels better soon. Sending her good vibes. :D

...and a big congrats on hitting the 30 mark.

That is so awesome!! Great job!

Sorry to hear about your daughter's loss. Prayers being sent your way.

I'm down for continuing...or at least keeping in touch. :) I've enjoyed having this support system. Sometimes it feels like we're on a team since we're constantly cheering each other on, something that's hard to find in a competition.

MsTropix, I'm sorry to hear about your dd's dog. Congrats on your weight loss! :D

Congrats on the 30lbs loss!!

Very sorry to hear about the doggie. Always hate to hear about the pets!!
I wish your daughter the best during this rough time..

THANKS to all of the doggie comments and if I missed anyone that left a doggie comment, my apologies and I THANK YOU TOO!!!.

Lacy, my sister and myself took Cocoas brother out to play ball today. He has been depressed without his Cocoa and Trixy the other dog suddenly died only two weeks ago- but she was very old. So Fat Boy, the only dog of the 3 is left, so he needed to be forced to play and be active. Last thing we need is for him to get a broken heart and be heart sick. :( I am not the one that takes Fat Boy out to play, but I have made a vow to pick him up from Lacys house once a week now to play. I love him so much.

I totally love this OBF Family and there will be no probs with having an ongoing thread for us after this challenge is over. We should stick together, since we all know each others goals as well as we do now and are aware of each others injuries and have a sense of when one is feeling less motivated and such.

BUT it would be nice if we could have that OBF Cool Down thread with the Black Cats as an incentive reward, lol when this challenge is completed. If I mention this enough times maybe it will happen for us! :)




Just fuked my back up doing light warm up squats. Perfect form and all...WTF?! :mad:

What exactly is wrong with your back? Age...lol. Jk Jk.

i woke up at 6 am, no idea why, usually dont wake up till 9, meh
Great, its the sleep thief bug. I have had this for weeks now. Up all day and night too. So not like me and it interferes with my diet and exercise.

refeed today, havent really cheated too much yet.....but tonight I dine in hell.


muhahahaa
I cheated today. All of my meals were about the same as they are everyday, but I didnt worry about how many times I ate or how often I was eating, but the one thing I did do is, LOL, man...

Made TWO shakes with a scoop of NesQuik.

There's no reason to. Some people are insane... you have to live life too. I'm still eating carbs although small amounts... so I'm content. I feel good, and I deal pretty well with dieting. Must be my obsessive nature lol

Keep truckin!

Its a great feeling to have an obbsessive strength where it counts to need one! I am very cool about sticking to what I want and I see people all around me so unsettled with the choices they make because it doesnt come naturally to them and they constantly make excuses to justify why they cant seem to stick with a plan. KUDOS for you chica.

Hello everyone,

FINALLY off my plateau got down to 196 today!!! That is a 2 pound loss for the week.

I Have been reading daily (I know it don***8217;t count) but haven***8217;t been able to post much. First let me say you guys are so mean! Ya***8217;ll keep posting all those food pix!

Getting to the gym has been a issue. With all the yard & house work been going on only made it there one day. Also been doing well on the diet. Mostly protein shakes and bars. I know it***8217;s not the best way but it has been the best way for me. Still trying to learn all the portion & mostly portion control!!
Congrats! Those stinkin plateaus are ridiculous, lol, so IRRITATING!

Portion control was my MAIN focus when I began this weight loss plan in February. I new beyond the shadow of a doubt I needed to master that one HUGE issue. AND I did too. Its no longer an issue and it comes naturally now. THANK GOODNESS because I of all people needed a reality check.

Had a great week here. I'm now sitting at my lowest weight ever.

I cant wait to be in your shoes. GOOD job! I NV you.

I'm still here...had to go to dc for work for a week, then I go to the beach next weekend. Was hoping to have better progress before then but slow and steady wins the race.
I went to the beach last night and watched E.T. under the stars. Next week is Top Gun and just before the movie starts they are going to fly a pack of jets over us!!! I cant wait.

[MsTropix]

H E L P !!!

What am I doing wrong? I changed my weight yesterday to 326. My bodyspace says 326 like its suppose to, but the stats under my avatar still says 327.

[Sky22]

H E L P !!!

What am I doing wrong? I changed my weight yesterday to 326. My bodyspace says 326 like its suppose to, but the stats under my avatar still says 327.

no you're good. Just takes a bit to refresh and change. You're at 326 now

[kudostojen]

Looking good, from what I can tell!

(must be shaking from the low carbs...) LOL!

Thanks, yeah, it can get tough without carbs but that's the point. lol I'm used to the "lack" of glycogen in my muscles so it's nothing new to me. I usually do 260 reps with 4 exercises for each set of muscles in 20 min. When it really starts to burn this is what i think (me counting my reps):

.....20, suck it up, 21, suck it up, 22, suck it up, 23, suck it up, 24, suck it up, 25, suck it up....2....6... SUCK IT UP!!!!! 2.......7....... SUCK IT UP!!!!!!!!!!...

[MsTropix]

no you're good. Just takes a bit to refresh and change. You're at 326 now

Ok it must have changed tonight because I was trying to fix it. I made this change yesterday and my stats were correct but my avatar never changed, lol. Thanks!

[MsTropix]

Thanks, yeah, it can get tough without carbs but that's the point. lol I'm used to the "lack" of glycogen in my muscles so it's nothing new to me. I usually do 260 reps with 4 exercises for each set of muscles in 20 min. When it really starts to burn this is what i think (me counting my reps):

.....20, suck it up, 21, suck it up, 22, suck it up, 23, suck it up, 24, suck it up, 25, suck it up....2....6... SUCK IT UP!!!!! 2.......7....... SUCK IT UP!!!!!!!!!!...

LMBO! That was the best description of the truth on that ever! I was even grunting as I was reading you push thru the suck it up's, lol.