***~_~Nena's 2010 Double-T WOMEN'S KETOCUTS Transformation Log~_~***

[Nena26]

I am very excited about beginning my journey to transformation. My official start date is May 25, 2010 and I am taking this time to mentally and spiritually prepare for the BATTLE that is about to happen.

[Simpy]

Hooray! I'm so glad to have you on board. :) Did you get my PM with the link to the journal format? If not, I'll send it again.

Let me know if you have any questions. I'm here to help. Good luck. :D

[Nena26]

Thank you so much! I DID receive it and I GREATLY appreciate it. I'm very nervous, excited, and OPTIMISTIC about all of this. ~_~


Hooray! I'm so glad to have you on board. :) Did you get my PM with the link to the journal format? If not, I'll send it again.

Let me know if you have any questions. I'm here to help. Good luck. :D

[Credz]

Hey! Good luck! You will do great! Sub'd.

[Nena26]

Many thanks! My OFFICIAL logging begins May 25th and I can't wait. :)

Hey! Good luck! You will do great! Sub'd.

[fitnessman]

Welcome and GOOD LUCK!

Where in Missouri are you at? I get to Saint Louis all the time! My Finance lives there.

[Nena26]

Thanks FitnessMan! I'm actually in the Kansas City area. I'm looking forward to seeing just what I can do when I'm held accountable *smile* and I work like a madwoman. :)


Welcome and GOOD LUCK!

Where in Missouri are you at? I get to Saint Louis all the time! My Finance lives there.

[tiffanee777]

Good luck!! There are so many supportive people with Double-T!! It's like a big family!

[Nena26]

Thanks Tiffanee! I am so glad to know that because I'll NEED it. Have you participated in the challenge before or are you currently in the middle of it now? My ideal weight for my height and frame is 118 - 137 so I am aiming for 120-125lbs.


Good luck!! There are so many supportive people with Double-T!! It's like a big family!

[tiffanee777]

Thanks Tiffanee! I am so glad to know that because I'll NEED it. Have you participated in the challenge before or are you currently in the middle of it now? My ideal weight for my height and frame is 118 - 137 so I am aiming for 120-125lbs.

I participated in the 2009 contest!! You have some great goals girl!! I'm always here to help in any way I can. YOU CAN DO THIS!!

[Nena26]

Oh wow..that's AWESOME! I really believe this challenge will make me step up and finally get that CONSISTENCY going that I really need. Thanks for the encouragement and I am sure I be reaching out to you for some insight! Is your log posted on BBC for the 2009 contest? What were your goals when you entered?

Okay scratch that. I saw your progress photos and OMG!!! That is AMAZING!!! The day I can shed these layers of clothes and not worry about layers of FAT, I'm telling you, some might think me an exhibitionist. LOLOL :)


I participated in the 2009 contest!! You have some great goals girl!! I'm always here to help in any way I can. YOU CAN DO THIS!!

[Simpy]

Thank you so much! I DID receive it and I GREATLY appreciate it. I'm very nervous, excited, and OPTIMISTIC about all of this. ~_~

You're going to do great! What is your plan with the exercise and diet? Having a plan is key. If you just fly by the seat of your pants you won't get as far.

[allieninja]

Okay scratch that. I saw your progress photos and OMG!!! That is AMAZING!!! The day I can shed these layers of clothes and not worry about layers of FAT, I'm telling you, some might think me an exhibitionist. LOLOL :)

Yeah, I was in awe when I first saw those as well, haha. If we all do as well as Tiffanee, we'll be a bunch of hotties.

[Nena26]

Thanks for the support! My plan as far as exercise is as follows:

Mornings
5:15 - 6:15am Mon Spinning/Step Combo
5:15 - 6:15am Tue Circuit Training (little/no rest in between)
5:15 - 6:15am Wed Spinning/Step Combo
5:15 - 6:15am Thu Circuit Training (little/no rest in between)
5:15 - 6:00am Fri Yoga/Pilates

Evenings
(First 3 weeks and depending on how it works out, I may switch to full body 3x's wk)
6:30 - 7:15pm Wed Legs
6:30 - 7:15pm Thu Chest
6:30 - 7:15pm Fri Back
6:30 - 7:15pm Sat Shoulders/Bi's/Tri's


...as far as meals, I really want to stick to low high protein and low carbs. I have been experimenting lately and noticed that carbs really make me feel tired and sluggish. I plan to pre-cook my meals on Sundays and freeze them. I am constantly running and Mondays and Tuesdays this summer will be extremely LONG days for me. As long as I have something with me, I won't fall off track. My goal is to:

-consume at least 5 meals per day with my last meal being NO LATER THAN 7 pm
-food will consist of primarily fish (tuna, salmon, tilapia), lean cuts of skinless/boneless
chicken breast, egg whites, string cheese, turkey bacon, fresh green veggies, limited fresh
fruit (all before 2 PM), oatmeal, green tea, and a gallon of water per day

Currently, I drink anywhere between 72 and 96oz. of water on a daily basis but I'm really trying to hit a gallon. I should be proud that I'm at least over the 1/2 gallon mark.

I may be a little TOO ambitious on my nutrition but to achieve what I want means I must sacrifice some things. I don't use sugar and I only use sea salt whenever I use salt (which is very limited anymore). What do you think thus far?


You're going to do great! What is your plan with the exercise and diet? Having a plan is key. If you just fly by the seat of your pants you won't get as far.

[Nena26]

I know, right? That's my goal. I'm a mom and I'm also a sister but I REFUSE to be the *FAT* sister or the dull mama. :)


Yeah, I was in awe when I first saw those as well, haha. If we all do as well as Tiffanee, we'll be a bunch of hotties.

[tiffanee777]

Yeah, I was in awe when I first saw those as well, haha. If we all do as well as Tiffanee, we'll be a bunch of hotties.

Thanks girls! You can do it for sure!! Set your goals, and always remember why you're dieting and working so hard!! For a better you!

[Nena26]

Thanks Tiffanee! I'm looking forward to the transformation.


Thanks girls! You can do it for sure!! Set your goals, and always remember why you're dieting and working so hard!! For a better you!

[journey2swole]

Hey Nena, welcome to the Double-T challenge. You will do great. You have great goals set and you will receive a lot of support from all the followers of Double-T here in your log. Good Luck.

subbed

[Credz]

How have things been? May 25th is getting closer ;)

[BPP]

subscribed and welcome! Can't wait to see this thing get goin :)

[Simpy]

Your plan looks solid. I prefer a low/no carb diet because, a) it's easier to monitor, and b) I feel better eating that way. :)

The only thing I have to say is that eating after 7 is perfectly fine as long as you don't go over your calories for the day.

[StlBarbie]

Welcome Nena!!! :)

How are you doing thus far???

[Nena26]

Thank you kdavidsonttm! I want to do my best and reach my goals so I definitely believe this challenge will push me to do just that!



Hey Nena, welcome to the Double-T challenge. You will do great. You have great goals set and you will receive a lot of support from all the followers of Double-T here in your log. Good Luck.

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[Nena26]

Morning Credz,

Things have been a little wild. I have family in town this week (my son is graduating from high school) but I HAVE been very conscious about my food intake and I have been maintaining my 10 glasses of water a day. :) YES! I have "THE FINAL COUNTDOWN" on my computer, my phone calendar, my calendar at the office, calendar at home, and my planner! I am taking this time to mentally prepare, visualize my transformed body, and psych myself up.


How have things been? May 25th is getting closer ;)

[Nena26]

Hey BPP! Thanks for subscribing. We've got less than one week to go.

subscribed and welcome! Can't wait to see this thing get goin :)

[Simpy]

How are you dealing with your son's graduation? I know when I graduated, my mom went a bit crazy. I think when my brother graduated she was too relieved to go nuts. :p

[Nena26]

Morning Simpy,

Thanks! I have been experimenting with different intakes of carbs and noticed that they really make me sluggish and even more so in the afternoons and evenings. I actually tried the low carb/high protein eating and I really felt much better eating that way which is why I want to incorporate it.

The reason I decided not to eat after 7 is because I try to make myself go to bed by 9:30 (which is sometimes impossible but I try). I get up at 4:30 a.m. and I realize rest is crucial for recovery and that is something I have NOT done successfully in the past. I'm going to work it out!

I received my supplements on last Friday. I ordered KetoCuts and CreaDyl. I have never taken Creatine before so that will definitely be new for me. I do have some questions about supplements but I'll post those a bit later.


Your plan looks solid. I prefer a low/no carb diet because, a) it's easier to monitor, and b) I feel better eating that way. :)

The only thing I have to say is that eating after 7 is perfectly fine as long as you don't go over your calories for the day.

[Nena26]

Welcome Nena!!! :)

How are you doing thus far???


Hi there StlBarbie!

My official start date is next Tuesday, May 25th so now I'm mentally preparing and writing out my meal plans so I can go shopping this weekend and arm myself with the right stuff.;) How about you? How's it going thus far?

[Simpy]

Check it!

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=119821361

On the last few pages the top ten are being announced from last year's competition. It was run a little differently with men and women competing in the same section. But it's still cool to see what's going on.

[journey2swole]

Hi there StlBarbie!

My official start date is next Tuesday, May 25th so now I'm mentally preparing and writing out my meal plans so I can go shopping this weekend and arm myself with the right stuff.;) How about you? How's it going thus far?

30 posts and starting 5 days out :cool: You should be ready to hit it head on this Tuesday! You have some great knowledgable suporters following you here. Do you have any questions regarding any of the supplements or training routines?

Looking forward to an epic start!

[Nena26]

How are you dealing with your son's graduation? I know when I graduated, my mom went a bit crazy. I think when my brother graduated she was too relieved to go nuts. :p

Actually, I'm dealing with it pretty well. I think he stressed me to my crazy limits throughout high school but deep in my heart, I know he'll be fine. He has goals and is focused so I want to be the steady hand of guidance as opposed to the neurotic mom in need of a straight jacket and padded walls LOLOL...*sigh* It hasn't hit him quite yet but he doesn't have the conventional vision of what the next step is and he got a lot of flack for that but I'm a firm believer that if you do WHAT YOU LOVE and not what others love for you, you will be just fine.

[Nena26]

30 posts and starting 5 days out :cool: You should be ready to hit it head on this Tuesday! You have some great knowledgable suporters following you here. Do you have any questions regarding any of the supplements or training routines?

Looking forward to an epic start!

I do have some questions. I posted my workout plan but wanted to get some information on supplements. I ordered the KetoCuts and the CreaDyl but I have never used creatine so I want to make sure I use the supplements the right way to promote my weight loss and muscle gain. Also, I plan to purchase the following:

CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine
Glutamine
Whey Protein

My morning workouts are strictly cardio on Mon and Wed, boot camp style training on Tue & Thur (non-stop varied workouts incorporating cardio and resistance training with minimal to no recovery) and yoga/pilates on Friday mornings. My strength workouts will be in the evenings Tues - Friday. How should I incorporate the supplements?

[Nena26]

I literally dragged myself out of bed this morning as I didn't get to sleep until after midnight. But I was up at 4:45, took my FIRST dose of KetoCuts along with my L-Arginine, Isopure Whey Protein and BCAA and 30 minutes later, I was at the gym. This morning was circuit training which consists of high reps with little to no rest in between. Warm-up included 5 minutes of non-stop squatting, lunging, and dipping all without weights but utilizing upper and lower.

Squatting with overhead press
Plie squats with upright row
Lunging with bicep curl
Dipping with forward raise

After the warm-up, I worked shoulders, bi's, tri's, chest and back using light weights but high reps. Weights used were, blue resistance band, 15 lb. bar, 6 lb. dumbbells, 9 lb. dumbbells, and 12 lb. dumbbells.

I started off with push-ups (full body, not modified) - 16 reps, immediately turned over for bicycle maneuver and repeated the cycle once again.

Afterwards, used the bar with the band (for added resistance) and proceeded to complete 16 reps of bicep curls, immediately followed by 16 reps of a shoulder exercise which I don't know the name of (basically you hold the bar with a close underhand grip, arms are angled at 90 degrees in front of you and you lift above your head and return to start position) using the same bar, MINUS the band. Afterwards, used the bar for bent over rows (underhand grip) and then repeated the cycle all over again.

Next up were something I call up, out/in, out/in - using the bar, stand and perform a front raise. Then press the bar in (if you were lying down it would look like a bench press) towards your chest and back out (arms must remain parallel to the floor). I REALLY felt these in my shoulders (WHAT A BURN!). I performed 16 reps of that and immediately transitioned to cardio using the 6lb. weights. Light jog with shoulder press (two arms then one at a time). Did that for two minutes. That was followed by alternating bicep curls for two minutes (still jogging lightly).

Next up was close grip push-ups to work the triceps. Performed as many as possible for 1 minute. This was immediately followed by lying tricep extensions (using 9lb. weights - one in each hand). It was a slow 2-2 count. 2 counts down, 2 counts up for 1 minute. Repeated the cycle and finished with ab work.

Ab work consisted of more bicycle maneuvers and hip thrusts - one minute each.

FINALLY, a nice and welcomed stretch!

Amazingly, I did not feel jittery at all after taking the KetoCuts. I felt really focused on my workout and felt I had the energy needed to push through.

My weightlifting officially begins tomorrow evening but I MAY slip in the gym tonight. I am really ready to see this FAT melt away. Stay tuned...my HORRENDOUS before pictures will be up tonight. May GOD help you all and let me ask your forgiveness now for having to subject you to the horrors of my fat cells.

I'm psyched! I'm stoked! I want a bikini body by August! I want to once and for all be healthy, live healthy, and LOVE FITNESS!


Pre Workout 1 Isopure Whey Protein Shake (50g protein) w/BCAA
1 Serving (1 pill) KetoCut
1 Serving L-Arginine
20 oz. Water

24 oz. Water (during workout)

Post Workout Meal 1 - 1 Whole Egg, 1 Egg White scrambled with Sharp Cheddar Cheese
6:30 AM 24 oz. Water

9:30 AM Meal 2 - 1 Banana
1 Protein Shake
24 oz. Water

12:30 PM Meal 3 - 6 oz. Tuna Fish
4 oz. Green Beans
24 oz. Water

3:30 PM Meal 4 - Isopure Whey Protein Shake

7:00 PM Meal 5 - 4 oz. Chicken breast
24 oz. Water

[Simpy]

I don't get jittery with the Ketocuts, either. I love it because of that. It gives me a nice amount of energy without making me go insane.

Love the goals, btw. I will be checking in later today to see your pics. :D

[Nena26]

I don't get jittery with the Ketocuts, either. I love it because of that. It gives me a nice amount of energy without making me go insane.

Love the goals, btw. I will be checking in later today to see your pics. :D

Hi Simpy! That was one of my concerns (the jitters). I have some friends who used things supplements that caused them to bounce of the walls and it freaked me out. I was so nervous I would get that *rush* feeling but it didn't happen so I really like that.

THANKS! I want to get my feet wet this year and see what comes as a result. :) And as far as the photos...ewwwwwwwww but I'll post them. I wish we could have a "Pre-Challenge Wall of Shame" and a Post Challenge Wall of Fame". ~_~

[Nena26]

My before pictures are posted under my Progress Pics (again, I apologize for the horrid display and hope no one is offended :/). 16 weeks and the photos should be much more eye-appealing. ;)

[StlBarbie]

AWESOME Nena ...
you ready to rock it??? :D

Where in Missouri are you?
I am in St. Louis, all my family is in KC!!

and GO FOR THE FREE BETACENE!!!

One day Double-T Contest!!! :D
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=124795441

[Nena26]

AWESOME Nena ...
you ready to rock it??? :D

Where in Missouri are you?
I am in St. Louis, all my family is in KC!!

and GO FOR THE FREE BETACENE!!!

One day Double-T Contest!!! :D
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=124795441

Thanks StlBarbie! I am in Kansas City, MO and yes, I AM ready to rock it. I officially began yesterday and I am feeling pumped and focused. My cardio sessions have been going well and tonight is my first weight session which I am thoroughly looking forward to.
Thanks for sending that link (Free Betacene). I'll definitely look into that! How are things going wtih you?

[Simpy]

Off to look up pics. I'm excited! :D

[StlBarbie]

Thanks StlBarbie! I am in Kansas City, MO and yes, I AM ready to rock it. I officially began yesterday and I am feeling pumped and focused. My cardio sessions have been going well and tonight is my first weight session which I am thoroughly looking forward to.
Thanks for sending that link (Free Betacene). I'll definitely look into that! How are things going wtih you?

SO excited to follow your transformation!!!! :D

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Kansas City!!! :)
We always make it up to Crown Plaza for the holiday season ...
it just isnt' the holidays without a trip to KC!!!

[Nena26]

SO excited to follow your transformation!!!! :D

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Kansas City!!! :)
We always make it up to Crown Plaza for the holiday season ...
it just isnt' the holidays without a trip to KC!!!

I am not originally from here and I think the stress of relocating and being so far away from family and friends really contributed to some of my emotional eating and weight gain. I arrived here weighing 143 lbs. and in the past 3 years I ballooned to a peak weight of 184 and am now at 178. I have in the past year got my stress and emotional eating under control. I do NOT eat in front of the television and I make myself consciously aware of the food choices I make now.

Crown Plaza is very lovely during the holiday season. Moving here allowed me to see snow for the FIRST time in my life! ~_~ I appreciate you following my journey. ~_~

[Nena26]

This morning, I took my Keto-Cuts along with my Whey Protein, BCAAs, and L-Arginine.

My morning workout consisted of Spin and Step Aerobics Class. Needless to say there was NO down time and recovery intervals were MINIMUM. I felt very energized and pushed through the entire way. Tonight's workout is dedicated to LEGS! I'm a glutton for that burning sensation I get whenever I am performing squats and I can't wait to get started.

The meals I have lined up for today are as follows:

Pre Workout - KetoCuts
Whey Protein
BCAAs
L-Arginine

Meal 1 - Meal Replacement Shake
1 Egg White
24oz. Water

Meal 2 - 6oz. Tuna
4oz. Green Beans
24oz. Water

Meal 3 - 6oz. diced chicken breast
8oz. salad (NO DRESSING)
24 oz. water

Meal 4 - 6oz. Tuna
4oz. Green Beans
24oz. Water

Meal 5 - Turkey burger (NO SALT)
1 cup spinach
24oz. Water


My evening workout supplements will consist of the CreaDyl as I will have taken my second serving of KetoCuts before I make it to the gym. My intended leg workout will consist of:

Squats (Barbells/Machine - Hack Squats)
Standard
Plie
Sumo
Hack

Lunges (Dumbbells)
Static
Walking

(Both performed with Dumbbells)
Step Ups
Dips

All exercises will be performed as supersets so as to keep my heart rate elevated and help me get burn a few more calories :).

My goal is to add lean muscle while burning fat so I'm not sure if I should be aiming for heavy weight/low reps or lighter weight/high reps.

What do you think?

[Simpy]

When I prep for a contest, I usually keep it between 10-15 reps, more often than not right at 12.

[manueljrios]

Hey Nena great job on just starting try to stay determined and see the end result you want to achieve that is what I did and it help me tremendously.

[Nena26]

Hey Nena great job on just starting try to stay determined and see the end result you want to achieve that is what I did and it help me tremendously.

Hey Manuel. Thank you so much for the encouragement. I saw your before and after photos and all I can say is WOW - that is AMAZING! I hope my transformation is as dramatic as that. Thanks again!

[Nena26]

When I prep for a contest, I usually keep it between 10-15 reps, more often than not right at 12.

Thanks Simpy. Leg wipeout kicks off in just a few hours! :)

[jswilkins0127]

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[Nena26]

Evening workout KICKED MY BUTT!!!

I prepared the CreaDyl and began my slow sip prior to leaving for my workout. I must say I definitely felt energized. It's been very long since I have lifted heavy (well, heavy for me) so I didn't know where my start and max points were. I performed the following routine:

Warm up

Superset

High rep squats with 40lb. bar
High rep deadlift with 40lb. bar
High rep plie squat with 15 lb. dumbbell

Mild stretching

WORKOUT
Superset
Barbell Squats 40 x 8, 50 x 8, 60 x 6, 60 x 6
Barbell Lunges 40 x 8, 50 x 8, 60 x 6, 60 x 6

Superset
Leg Press 90x15, 180 x 8, 200 x 8, 230 x 6
Seated Leg Curl 55 x 8, 65 x 6, 75 x 4, 80 x 3

Superset
Step ups (no weights) 1 min each leg
Sumo Squats (no weights) 1 min slow

Finished with
Adductors 115 x 15, 130 x 15
Abductors 115 x 15, 130 x 15

10 minute stretching

MOOD: My legs were trembling by the time I was done and I was very concerned because my knee was mildly stating its presence. Less than 3 months ago I hyper-extended my left knee and as I proceeded to perform the heavier reps on some exercises, I could feel it. It didn't hurt but it was a little uncomfortable. I'm also still recovering from a torn calf which, I'm still trying to figure out how I did that. I have such a high tolerance for pain that I sometimes dismiss tweaks and tinges. Perhaps I should pay more attention to that.

Overall, I felt charged throughout the workout. I'm looking forward to tomorrow. ~_~

[StlBarbie]

WOWZA Nena ... what an awesome leg day you had!!!
It made my legs tremble to just read it!!! :D
I am glad you felt energized throughout the WO!!!! :)

I hope your knee feels good tomorrow!!!
What were you doing when your knee originally became hyper extended? :eek:

[Nena26]

WOWZA Nena ... what an awesome leg day you had!!!
It made my legs tremble to just read it!!! :D
I am glad you felt energized throughout the WO!!!! :)

I hope your knee feels good tomorrow!!!
What were you doing when your knee originally became hyper extended? :eek:

Thanks! I feel I should have done more but because it's been so long since I have been in a routine or rhythm, I didn't want to overdo it. Also, I'm finding I have to rediscover where my maximum ranges are, too.

I was on the FX Crosstrainer (it is a cardio machine that simulates climbing). I was moving quickly and for some reason, my knee was trying to bend in the opposite direction as opposed to the natural way to complete the rotation. I felt it immediately. It hasn't been right since. :(

[StlBarbie]

You are wise to start slow and work back into it ...
INJURY FREE is where it's at!!! :)

WOWZA ... at the knee injury whilst doing the cardio!!!
I have had similar occur and I have to agree, it has not been quite the same since! :o

Hope you had a good source of protein after that WO ...
you REALLY earned it!! :)

[Nena26]

I followed up with a protein shake. It was too late to eat since I try to get to bed early...like in an hour. LOLOL Depending on how it feels later in the week, I may tweak my splits to total body 3 times per week. I'll have to see. Either way, I'm just really EXCITED about lifting again. Yes, it's never the same and that sucks!

[Simpy]

Add me to the injured knees never fully heal list. :(

Great workout, Nena! I love the shakey leg workouts. It was always fun to walk like a newborn colt to the car afterwards. :D

[Nena26]

Add me to the injured knees never fully heal list. :(

Great workout, Nena! I love the shakey leg workouts. It was always fun to walk like a newborn colt to the car afterwards. :D

Thanks! Looking forward to the others scheduled for this week as well. Sorry about your knee. I detest injuries and hate when they happen. I feel like it takes forever to recover. LOL

[Nena26]

This morning I woke up at 4:45 a.m. and immediately had my supplements consisting of:

KetoCuts
L-Arginine
L-Carnitine
Whey Protein w/BCAA

and headed straight for the gym. Today was circuit training day which incorporates both weights and cardio with little to NO rest between exercises. I worked very hard this morning, hitting total body (lightly) along with various plyometric moves, planks, and others. Tonight is CHEST night. That means, I will be taking the following supplements:

KetoCuts (already taken)
CreaDyl
L-Carnitine

Chest exercises completed this evening were:

Bench Press Medium Grip 45 x 15, 65 x 12, 75 x 10, 85 x 8
Peck Flyes 45 x 15, 55 x 12, 65 x 10, 70 x 1
Incline Machine Press 20 x 12, 25 x 10, 30 x 8
Decline Machine Press 20 x 12, 30 x 10, 35 x 4

Meals so far today have included:

Pre Workout: Protein Shake w/BCAA

Meal 1: 1 Whole Egg w/Cheddar Cheese
2 Slices Turkey Bacon
1 Medium Banana
24oz. water

Meal 2: Protein Shake


Meal 3: Diced Chicken Breast 6 oz.
Shredded Lettuce 8 oz. (NO DRESSING)
24oz. Water
Supplements (KetoCuts, L-Carnitine, CLA)

Meal 4: MISSED it due to projects

(POST EVENING WORKOUT)

Meal 5: Only wanted water, no protein.

[StlBarbie]

Two a days??? :eek:

You ARE hardcore!!! :D

GREAT JOB Nena!!!

Anything fun planned for the holiday weekend?

[Simpy]

Two a days??? :eek:

You ARE hardcore!!! :D

GREAT JOB Nena!!!

Anything fun planned for the holiday weekend?

My sentiments exactly!

[Nena26]

Two a days??? :eek:

You ARE hardcore!!! :D

GREAT JOB Nena!!!

Anything fun planned for the holiday weekend?

Thank you StlBarbie! I know the hardest thing I face is burning fat so I have to get my cardio in and I feel better doing it in the morning, first thing and finishing my days with weights. I'm aching but it lets me know my muscles are coming alive again. Tonight is reserved for BACK and tomorrow - shoulders/bi's/tri's so we'll see what happens.

The weekend weather is going to be great (just a small chance of a rain shower) but I received some horrible news this morning. A beloved family member who was like a father to me passed away. I was making arrangements to go home in 2 weeks but sadly, he wasn't able to hold on. He would have celebrated a birthday in June. I'm going in to the office late today because I REALLY need this morning to pull myself together and find distractions. I missed my morning yoga/pilates class and since I"m going in late, I will pop in my DVD here at home. I didn't break from my nutrition so that's a great plus for me (undo stress and anguish trigger mindless eating for me).

How about you? Do you have any plans? I hope you have a great holiday weekend.

Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA


Meal 1: 1 whole egg
2 egg whites
24 oz. water

[Nena26]

My sentiments exactly!

Thank you Simpy. I really want to turn my body around so I have accepted the fact that I must work twice as hard. I hope you have a great holiday weekend.

[Nena26]

It has been a difficult day today having learned of the sudden loss of a loved one. I stated earlier that I am an emotional eater and stressful situations trigger mindless eating. Fortunately, my stress eating wasn't triggered TOO badly but my intake wasn't entirely clean today either. I still mustard up the will to exercise and today's workout consisted of the following exercises:


Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA

Morning Workout
Core/Stretching @ home


Afternoon Supplements
http://bodyspace.bodybuilding.com/img/user_images/growable/2010/05/29/14625402/profilepic/1qH3gtA1E7aWmLt1UBSj3ut7BhAAd1451.jpg


Evening Workout
Bent Over Dumbbell Row 25x12, 30x10, 35x8, 40x6
Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown 60x12, 65x10, 70x8, 75x6
Bent Over Barbell Row 30x12, 40x10, 50x8
Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown 70x12, 75x10, 85x5
MTS High Row 35x12, 40x10, 45x8



NUTRITION
Meal 1 - 1 Whole Egg
2 Egg Whites
2 Pinches of cheddar cheese
12 oz. Water

Meal 2 - 1 Grilled chicken breast (plain)
1 Handful of peanuts
48oz. Water
SIDETRACK - 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream

Meal 3 - Whole Grain Cereal w/ 1 cup of 2% Milk



POST WORKOUT MEAL

Meal 4 - 6oz. Tuna w/ mustard
24oz. water


Tomorrow's workout will consist of cardio and conditioning.

Bi's/Tri's/Shoulders will be worked.

[Nena26]

Day 5 REST DAY
Overall, I am feeling a little sore still but I did notice that a pair of jeans I own in which were very snug in the waist and hip area were literally sliding down as I walked. I thought perhaps it was just me but it wasn't and so I am excited about the changes that are taking place already. My goal is to drop 2 - 3 lbs. per week and so I will weigh myself on Tuesday to see where I am.


Day 5 Supplements
KetoCuts (Morning & Afternoon)
L-Carnitine (x's 3)
CLA Tonalin (x's 3)


Day 5 Nutrition
My intake was not the best of choices as I was called in to work and did not get off until after midnight. I had two veggie egg rolls (filled with unsalted cabbage only) and a snickers which I normally do NOT consume. That sucked!

Total Calories 1,245 Fat (g) 58.5 Carbs (g) 90.6 Prot (g) 85.3

Egg, white only, cooked
Egg, whole, cooked
Turkey bacon, cooked

Egg, white only, cooked
Shredded Mild Cheddar
Peas, green, cooked
Egg Roll (cabbage only)
SNICKERS Bar
Ground beef or patty, cooked
144 oz. Water



Day 6 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin



Day 6 Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
CreaDyl
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Afternoon Workout
Today's workout was supposed to take place yesterday but I wasn't able to make it to the gym. Therefore, I swapped days and yesterday became my rest day. Today's workout was dedicated to shoulders, biceps, and triceps.

# Exercise Name Set Lbs. Reps

1 Seated Dumbbell Press
#1 15 10
#2 20 10
#3 25 8

2 Side Lateral Raise
#1 8 10
#2 10 8
#3 12 6

3 Machine Shoulder (Military) Press
#1 30 10
#2 35 10
#3 40 8

4 Reverse Flyes
#1 55 10
#2 55 10
#3 65 3

5 Tricep Dumbbell Kickback
#1 8 12
#2 10 12
#3 12 8

6 Bench Dips
#1 12
#2 12
#3 12

7 Kneeling Cable Triceps Extension
#1 50 12
#2 60 10
#3 70 5

8 Dumbbell Alternate Bicep Curl
#1 15 15
#2 20 8
#3 20 3

9 Concentration Curls #1 15 15
#2 15 12
#3 15 12

10 Cross Body Hammer Curl
#1 15 15
#2 20 8
#3 20 3


Day 6 Nutrition

Total calories 1,190 Fat(g) 47.7 Carbs(g) 67.1 Protein(g) 116.6

Bran Flakes (1 serving = 29g or 3/4 cup)
Milk, 2% fat
Isopure Strawberries & Cream Whey Protein Powder
Water
White potato
Chicken curry
Rice


I did not experience that tingling sensation today after taking the KetoCuts like I had before. I don't know if it is because I was sure to wash it down with a LOT of water, or if it was because I went from 2 capsules twice a day to 1 capsule twice a day. I did feel energized throughout the day. I am going to order the NO Beta and the Glutacene and see how that works for me as well.

[cathb]

I did not experience that tingling sensation today after taking the KetoCuts like I had before. I don't know if it is because I was sure to wash it down with a LOT of water, or if it was because I went from 2 capsules twice a day to 1 capsule twice a day. I did feel energized throughout the day. I am going to order the NO Beta and the Glutacene and see how that works for me as well.[/QUOTE]

Hey--I'm finishing up my second week and going to follow along with your journey. I've also noticed I don't get the tingling as much lately (can't say I miss it--especially the red chest at work!). My weight loss is not significant--went back up slightly this weekend--but you're probably spot on with clothes fitting better. I was amazed that I only lost a couple of pounds, but did already lose 1/2-1+inches in different areas. Whip out a measuring tape and take a look!

Good luck this week. Good Mondays=good weeks ;)

[storm1507]

Good luck and subbed...for future exibitionism. :) Yeah, I read all the way back. :)

[StlBarbie]

Happy Holiday Weekend Nena!!!

AWESOME WO!!!!

and CONGRATS on the jeans feeling loose!!
That is always a tell tale sign of success!!!

[drooks10]

Your workouts and this log are looking really good! I'm subbing up to follow along! Get after it, girl!

[Nena26]

I did not experience that tingling sensation today after taking the KetoCuts like I had before. I don't know if it is because I was sure to wash it down with a LOT of water, or if it was because I went from 2 capsules twice a day to 1 capsule twice a day. I did feel energized throughout the day. I am going to order the NO Beta and the Glutacene and see how that works for me as well.

Hey--I'm finishing up my second week and going to follow along with your journey. I've also noticed I don't get the tingling as much lately (can't say I miss it--especially the red chest at work!). My weight loss is not significant--went back up slightly this weekend--but you're probably spot on with clothes fitting better. I was amazed that I only lost a couple of pounds, but did already lose 1/2-1+inches in different areas. Whip out a measuring tape and take a look!

Good luck this week. Good Mondays=good weeks ;)[/QUOTE]

Thank you Cathb and I am glad you will be following my journey as well. I'm happy to know that I wasn't the only one experiencing that tingling sensation either. I shall have to subscribe and follow your journey as well. The support I am receiving is great and if I can offer some support, I want to do the same! I hope you had a great holiday.

[Nena26]

Good luck and subbed...for future exibitionism. :) Yeah, I read all the way back. :)

Thanks for the well wishes Storm1507! I appreciate you reading this entire thread (I realize I can be a little wordy). :)

[Nena26]

Happy Holiday Weekend Nena!!!

AWESOME WO!!!!

and CONGRATS on the jeans feeling loose!!
That is always a tell tale sign of success!!!

The same to you StlBarbie! I hope your holiday weekend was wonderful and that you had some GREAT weather! Thanks for the kudos on the workout. I'm really trying and WHAT A FEELING to put on jeans and feel ROOM! Thanks!

[Nena26]

Your workouts and this log are looking really good! I'm subbing up to follow along! Get after it, girl!

Hello Drooks10!!! Thank you so much for subscribing and following me on my journey. Once again CONGRATULATIONS to you for such an amazing transformation and for your well deserved challenge WIN!

[Nena26]

Today is the day set aside for major grilling and other crazy foods. I did not overindulge. Fortunately for me, they are conscious to the fact that I do NOT eat barbecue so I had grilled chicken breast, grilled beef patty andgreen beans. I did sample dessert (one of the children baked a cake and was very excited for us to sample it so I had a sliver. I don't eat all the other fixings (deviled eggs, potato salad, etc.) so that wasn't tempting for me at all.

Morning Supplements

KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin



Afternoon Supplements

KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Morning Workout
1 hour Yoga/Pilates
20 minutes abs training
30 minutes stretching


Nutrition

Total calories 1,100 Fat(g) 51.6 Carbs(g) 60.6 Protein(g) 100.4
104 oz. water


I felt energized throughout the day and did not experience the tingling sensation from the KetoCuts. I felt really focused during my morning workout and am looking forward to week 2.

[storm1507]

Congrats on keeping the diet in check over the weekend.

You can reply to everyone at one time by clicking on the little button to the right of the reply button. Do that for everyone and the last person just click the reply button. I hope that makes sense.

[Nena26]

Congrats on keeping the diet in check over the weekend.

You can reply to everyone at one time by clicking on the little button to the right of the reply button. Do that for everyone and the last person just click the reply button. I hope that makes sense.

Thanks Storm! Considering I am a bit stressed, I am proud of myself for not overindulging either. I appreciate the quick lesson on Reply All, too. I was trying to figure that out! :)

[Simpy]

There are very few times in life when it is acceptable and a goal for your pants to fall down. This is one of those times. :D

CONGRATS on the changes. :D :D :D

[StlBarbie]

EXCELLENT job on keeping the diet in check ... that is never an easy feat!!! :D

[drooks10]

What???? You don't eat bar-b-que?!?! Blasphemy. Haha.

Good job staying focused, and I'm expecting to see some big things from you this week!

[Nena26]

What???? You don't eat bar-b-que?!?! Blasphemy. Haha.

Good job staying focused, and I'm expecting to see some big things from you this week!

That's crazy, right? ~_~ I'm doing my best to maintain so we'll see how it goes this week.

[Nena26]

Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine


Morning Workout
Spinning/Step 45 minutes (HIGH IMPACT w/less than 30 seconds rest between bike and step routines)
This workout is INTENSE and we do a combination of high resistance riding and sprint riding intervals fluidly. Then, after our legs are numb *smile*, we step and incorporate plyometric moves (think Jumping Staggered Squats on the step). I'm always sweating like crazy and exhausted by the time I leave. That let's me know I'm working my butt off! The KetoCuts definitely helps to get me charged. I can certainly tell a difference in my energy levels. I did not experience that tingling sensation and I suspect it is because I consumed 32 oz. of water with it. ~_~



Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin



Nutrition
Total Calories 1,222 Fat(g) 66.9 Carbs(g) 33.4 Protein(g) 138.2

I'm keeping a daily food log but rather than plug ALL of that individual stuff in here, I provide the breakdown of the macros which I am still tweaking and trying to get right. I think, for the most part, my caloric intake is not bad for what I am trying to accomplish. My meals are small portions and I am trying my best to keep record of my midday slumps. They tend to fluctuate so I'm trying to pinpoint exactly why that is.


I missed my evening workout due to trying to make travel arrangements. That means I will have to hit my two-a-days really hard Thursday through Sunday. Overall, my mood was light and far LESS stressful as it was the day before. This is week 2 and I'm still motivated...determined to shred this fat.

[Simpy]

I'm going to make a suggestion, and then I'm going to butt out. . .


I wouldn't recommend consistent two-a-days this early in the competition. I would save that for the end when you're facing one of two situations: 1) you have stalled in your progress, or 2) you find that you aren't progressing quickly enough.

[StlBarbie]

NENA ~~~~ WOWZA .. SPINNING/STEP CLASS ....:eek:

I'm a spinning instructor and that makes me want to puke ... :p

I think SIMPSTER has some great advice there!! ;)

[Nena26]

I'm going to make a suggestion, and then I'm going to butt out. . .


I wouldn't recommend consistent two-a-days this early in the competition. I would save that for the end when you're facing one of two situations: 1) you have stalled in your progress, or 2) you find that you aren't progressing quickly enough.

Simpy, I appreciate the input and don't feel as if you are interfering. I welcome comments and suggestions..ESPECIALLY since I am retraining myself all over again. I want to push through the novice/intermediate stage once and for all so any insight is WELCOME.

[Nena26]

NENA ~~~~ WOWZA .. SPINNING/STEP CLASS ....:eek:

I'm a spinning instructor and that makes me want to puke ... :p

I think SIMPSTER has some great advice there!! ;)

LOL...I will give it a go and see what happens. My challenge is that I don't have enough time in the morning to get both weights AND cardio in. I only have 50 minutes tops to get everything in so I'm torn as to what I should focus more on right now being that my BF is at 35%. *sigh* Too many options... how does one decide?

[BPP]

awesome session this morning! keep up the hard work :)

[Nena26]

awesome session this morning! keep up the hard work :)

Thanks BPP! I appreciate it. I'm still trying to figure out what is working effectively and what isn't in terms of everything. I HOPE that after this week, I will have a pretty good idea. :)

[Nena26]

Morning Supplements
KetoCuts (taken 30 minutes prior to workout)
CreaDyl (began sipping SLOWLY 1 hour prior to workout)
CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine


Morning Workout
Intense circuit training incorporating high reps of everything. I used 6lbs. (light) and 20lbs. (heavy) dumbbells. This 50 minute session consisted of upper body conditioning with cardio and 10 seconds of rest in between. Shoulder presses, tricep kickbacks, lying pullovers, bench press, push-ups, jabs w/light weight were all conducted in either sets of 16 or sets of 24 with the final circuit performed to failure. Ab work was done in sets of 24 with the final set to failure and consisted of crunches, reverse crunches, oblique twists, and finished with planks (holding for 1 minute). It was grueling but I know it will pay off.

During my workout, I will say I felt extremely energized. I think ingesting the CreaDyl prior to the workout as opposed to just before and during works more effectively for me. I had moments where I know typically I would have stopped going but I PUSHED THROUGH. I also noticed I felt that tingling sensation when I drank the CreaDyl. I think perhaps because I didn't have any water with it. It wasn't as prevalent as it has been in the past and it subsided a lot faster than it has in the past.

I did consume more than a gallon of water today and that was GREAT. I hydrated with 24 oz. of water prior to my workout and consumed an additional 24 oz. during the workout.

Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Nutrition
Total Calories 2,537 :( I KNOW!!! Fat(g) 140.6 Carbs(g) 151.2 Protein(g) 184.7 Water (oz) 129 oz.


Mood
I had a MAJOR eating setback today. I was supposed to be flying home for a funeral on Friday and my ticket somehow got completely jacked up and now I can't make it...unless I pay an additional $375 on top of the $443 I just paid. I was devastated and my eating reflected it. I started out strong but as the frustration and stress continued to build, it began going downhill. It's bad enough I haven't been home in nearly 5 years and I was actually going to be flying home in several weeks. But this unexpected emergency blindsided me and it is really hard for me to know I can't be there to pay my final respects. *sigh* I'm not in the office today but I did workout this morning and I will workout again this afternoon - HARD. Tonight will be no less than a two hour session.

I realize LIFE HAPPENS and the key to it all is remaining focused. Now that I have reprimanded myself for my wayward binge, I have forgiven myself so that I can pick right back up and GET IT DONE! "Life is pain. You just get used to it."

[storm1507]

Sorry to hear about the mix up w/ the flight. One of the last things to come together is that eating during stressful situations stuff.

Overall, you look like you are doing good. Now just stick w/ the plan.

[StlBarbie]

OH NENA .. sorry you had such a bad experience with the flight!!!
I hear you on the stress eating ... been there .. done that ... :o

I hope you have a peaceful weekend and get in some good workouts to help relieve your stress!!! :)

[Nena26]

OH NENA .. sorry you had such a bad experience with the flight!!!
I hear you on the stress eating ... been there .. done that ... :o

I hope you have a peaceful weekend and get in some good workouts to help relieve your stress!!! :)


Sorry to hear about the mix up w/ the flight. One of the last things to come together is that eating during stressful situations stuff.

Overall, you look like you are doing good. Now just stick w/ the plan.


Thank you both Storm1507 and StlBarbie. I know it gets worse before it gets better which I guess is why my car ended up in the shop and I ended up stranded at home yesterday. *sigh* My diet was much improved yesterday in spite of my frustrations and I've continued the streak today.

Day 4 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts (taken 30 minutes prior to workout)
CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine


Morning Workout
Yoga/Pilates for 50 minutes

Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Nutrition
Total Calories 1,496 Fat(g) 51.1 Carbs(g) 144.6 Protein(g) 106.7 Water (oz) 81.1 oz.



Mood
So I found myself still very upset about not being able to fly home. My eating did improve which is a great thing. My car is in the shop and I spent the day working from home and back and forth on the phone during the afternoon with family back home to ensure all the arrangements were properly made and there would be no hiccups in the ceremony on Saturday. My energy is still there by my focus is all jacked up right now and I'm trying to shake it off and get my mind right.




Day 5 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts (taken 30 minutes prior to workout)
CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine


Day 5 Morning Workout
Cardio - Track
Vigorous walk 1 mile to track
2 miles on track (combination of speed walking, jogging, and full out sprints for 2 miles)
Vigorous walk 1 mile home

I NEEDED this outdoor activity today. I needed to get angry, sad, CRY and push myself on that track. I was cautious not to overdo it as my knee is not 100% and WILL give out on me but I pushed myself enough to know that I will definitely FEEL it tomorrow and I did NOT let myself quit or skimp out on my workout in that 90 degree heat. If I don't get my car back this afternoon, I am going to do calisthenics here at home (push ups, situps, jumping jacks, etc.) and use my RESISTANCE BANDS. The last trainer I had was OUTSTANDING and she showed me just how effective of a workout you can get at home with a chair, resistance bands, and a few free weights. I was ALWAYS exhausted after my hour long session with her. She is truly my SHERO!

Today is the service and that has been at the forefront of my mind. Although I wanted to lie in bed all day, I MADE myself get up and get out of this house. I am not going to stop. I will not allow myself to view my setbacks as failures. They are simply bumps in the road that caused me to temporarily pull over and check the tires. Now that I know the tires are good, I'm back on the road again. Hurt is something that takes time to heal and I know that pushing through on my workouts definitely helps with that.

Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Nutrition
Total Calories 1,425 Fat(g) 77.8 Carbs(g) 102.2 Protein(g) 105.9 Water(oz) 136 oz.


Mood
I did not experience that tingling sensation at all after taking the KetoCuts today. I was sure to drink 24 oz. of what with each dosage (morning and afternoon). I did feel energized and a little more focused on what I needed to do as well.

Overall I think I am calming down. My mind is shifted to focus more on what I have to do. It's only week to and I haven't even begun to put a dent in my progress so I need to assess the past two weeks (nutrition and fitness routines) so that I may tweak accordingly. Week 3 will be better. Distractions will be eliminated...even if that means I have to turn of my phones. I'm going to throw my gym bag in the car so I can change into my workout clothes at work and head straight to the gym when I get off this week.

I wasn't able to get my evening workout in which SUCKS. Some unexpected events came. Tomorrow is going to be a full body day. It HAS TO be so I can ensure I hit each muscle AT LEAST once.

[Nena26]

Day 6 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
CreaDyl
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Morning Workout
Because past experience has taught me that a full body workout is much more effective for me than the split, I am shifting gears to that. My full body workouts will take place 3 times per week with exercise changes every 4 weeks. Today begins the full body workout and my days to perform them will be Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. I will plug in my numbers when I return. I'm going at 10 AM so I have time to actually eat a meal prior to leaving. I will plug in the actual numbers when I return.



1 Barbell Squats

Set 1 - 40lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 50lbs. x 12


2 Deadlifts

Set 1 - 40lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 40lbs. x 12


3 Walking Lunges

Set 1 - 20lbs. x 20 steps up/back
Set 2 - 25lbs. x 20 steps up/back


4 Bench Press

Set 1 - 55lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 65lbs. x 10


5 Lat Pull Down

Set 1 - 60lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 65lbs. x 12


6 Seated Chest Press

Set 1 - 55lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 60lbs. x 12


7 Bent Over Row

Set 1 - 25lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 30lbs. x 10


8 Alternating Bicep Curl

Set 1 - 15lbs. x 15
Set 2 - 20lbs. x 8


9 Tricep Push Down

Set 1 - 45lbs. x 15
Set 2 - 55lbs. x 12


10 Hammer Curl

Set 1 - 15lbs. x 12
Set 2 - 20lbs. x 6


11 Skull Crushers

Set 1 - 12lbs. x 15
Set 2 - 15lbs. x 12


12 Standing Calf Raises

Set 1 - 30lbs. x 10
Set 2 - 30lbs. x 10


Abdominals

Basic crunches
2 sets 25

Oblique crunches
2 sets 25

Reverse crunches
2 sets 25



Day 6 Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Day 6 Nutrition

Total calories 1,086 Fat(g) 33.3 Carbs(g) 167.2 Protein(g) 36.2 Water(oz) 96



Mood
This morning I feel quite calm. My house is quiet and I going to take this opportunity to do some inner reflecting and meditate so I can regain my balance and get this week started off right. I want this transformation - NEED this transformation. Not because the incentives are great - but because I want to finish what I started. My road to restoring my health and fitness has been a long and arduous one. I've overcome SO MUCH in my life and for so long I've been held back. There is no reason for me to be held back any longer. I want to break that wall - that barrier - that somehow always manages to allow me to get so close I can smell the victory and then snatches is it out from under me. I'm tired of being disappointed and I'm tired of the words CAN'T and NEVER. I'm dedicating this mission to my children, to the loved ones I have lost due to poor health, and most importantly to the person who most deserves it - ME. It is TIME!

UPDATE: My water intake was on the low side. I have to fix that on Monday. I felt charged and didn't experience that tingling sensation in the afternoon. I needed to consume a few more fibrous carbs today because I felt really bloated. I need to purchase some senna tea or get some Psyllium Husk.

[StlBarbie]

ENJOY your ME TIME this Sunday ~~~ :)

What is the rep range you are shooting for with the routine?

How long do you anticipate your fullbody wos to take?

[drooks10]

I love the attitude of your last post! I think this challenge is so good, not only for our bodies, but our minds as well. Keep up the good work!

[Nena26]

ENJOY your ME TIME this Sunday ~~~ :)

What is the rep range you are shooting for with the routine?

How long do you anticipate your fullbody wos to take?


I love the attitude of your last post! I think this challenge is so good, not only for our bodies, but our minds as well. Keep up the good work!

Thank you StlBarbie. My rep range for full body workouts is 15 maximum, 12 minimum. I realize I will not hit 12 on everything as I expect to build strength as well but overall, I know full body workouts are very effective for me because I allow myself to rest only in between sets or as I am moving from station to station. I get in and out in 45 minutes top.

Drooks, I appreciate your comment. I'm doing my best.

[Nena26]

Day 7 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Morning Workout
High intensity spinning/step class this morning for 45 minutes.


Day 7 Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Day 7 Nutrition

Total calories 1,092 Fat(g) 44.8 Carbs(g) 48.1 Protein(g) 139.4 Water(oz) 152


Mood
I was calm this morning. Today is the first day I haven't cried so that is a good thing. I'm taking all of those emotions and I'm using them - REALLY USING THEM. I woke up an hour earlier than I normally do. I meditated to gain focus on the task at hand and prepared accordingly. My muscles are aching from Saturday's run/walk/sprint session but it's a great feeling. I took my morning supplements and could feel the rush just in time for my workout. I pushed myself hard this morning on the spin bike and added some great resistance to really make me push.

Tonight is an OFF night for me as is tomorrow night. But, Wednesday evening is a FULL BODY workout and I'm looking forward to it. By noon, I had consumed 104 oz. of water and I feel great about that!

[cathb]

I love reading your journal--you're so in tune with your own mind and body, so reflective. Well written! By the way, how do you consume so much water???

[drooks10]

Good to hear that you are using your energy/emotion in a positive way! Keep up the good work!

[Simpy]

Why have you been crying so much lately? Do you have an idea what it is that's causing it?

[Nena26]

I love reading your journal--you're so in tune with your own mind and body, so reflective. Well written! By the way, how do you consume so much water???

Thank you so much Cathb! I really appreciate it and I'm so glad to know it isn't boring you to pieces. :) As far as the water goes, I have been working on that for some time. I use a 24 oz or 32 oz container and try to have two of each by noon, if not more, and another two before bedtime. My workouts definitely help with it as I consume at least one container during my workout and I find that drinking at least half that amount with my supplements is very helpful also.



Good to hear that you are using your energy/emotion in a positive way! Keep up the good work!

Thanks Drooks10! I need to or else it would be downhill from here. I am going to do my best!




Why have you been crying so much lately? Do you have an idea what it is that's causing it?

Hello Simpy. I've been on an emotional rollercoaster because I lost a loved one who was like a father to me within days of finding out his condition was extremely grave and I wasn't able to speak to him (he was unconscious) or get there prior to his death. Then to top it off, the airline jacked up my flight arrangements and I wasn't even able to attend the funeral.

[StlBarbie]

I am glad you had a better day!!! :)

[storm1507]

Good morning Nena...what's on tap for today??

[THEMANBEAST]

I like the set up you have in here. :)

[Simpy]

Thank you so much Cathb! I really appreciate it and I'm so glad to know it isn't boring you to pieces. :) As far as the water goes, I have been working on that for some time. I use a 24 oz or 32 oz container and try to have two of each by noon, if not more, and another two before bedtime. My workouts definitely help with it as I consume at least one container during my workout and I find that drinking at least half that amount with my supplements is very helpful also.




Thanks Drooks10! I need to or else it would be downhill from here. I am going to do my best!





Hello Simpy. I've been on an emotional rollercoaster because I lost a loved one who was like a father to me within days of finding out his condition was extremely grave and I wasn't able to speak to him (he was unconscious) or get there prior to his death. Then to top it off, the airline jacked up my flight arrangements and I wasn't even able to attend the funeral.

I read that on the prior page. I just wasn't sure if that was causing the melancholy or if there was more to it. :) I'm very sorry for your loss.

[Nena26]

I am glad you had a better day!!! :)
Thank you StlBarbie. I really did and the working out really helps with it as well.


Good morning Nena...what's on tap for today??
Morning Storm1507! I've summed up my past three days below. :)


I like the set up you have in here. :)
Thanks a log Manbeast! I'm trying to be consistent so as not confuse my readers.


I read that on the prior page. I just wasn't sure if that was causing the melancholy or if there was more to it. :) I'm very sorry for your loss.
Thank you so very much Simpy. I appreciate your sympathy.

I hope you all are having outstanding and productive weeks!


Day 1 -Week 3
This is officially the start of week 3. My progress is slow coming but I know I haven't been 100% and I haven't completely perfected my workout/nutrition formula. So this week, I will be introducing NEW ARSENAL into the mix - P90X. I still have every intention on hitting the gym but I NEED to push myself. It doesn't take long for me to build muscle but it takes me FOREVER to burn fat and in my case, I have a LOT to burn. My mindset is more focused now that the funeral services are over and I've spoken with family to ensure the eldest of our members are in good spirits. That eases my mind a lot. Now, I can turn my attention back to my goals.

Day 1 - Week 3 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts (Morning & Afternoon)
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Day 1 - Week 3 Morning Workout
There is no afternoon workout planned for today. This morning's workout was intense. The circuit training class I take is high energy, high intensity and I'm EXHAUSTED by the time I'm done. We tend to go a little lighter on Tuesdays but that just lets us know we are going to really GET IT on Thursdays. This morning's routine consisted of lots of plyometrics, pyramid sets of various weightlifting, abs, and cardio for 50 minutes.

Day 1 - Week 3 Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Day 1 - Week 3 Nutrition

Total Calories 1,311 Fat(g) 64.3 Carbs(g) 112.7 Prot(g) 71.0 Water(oz) 72

NOTE: My water intake was lower than I typically care for. I do my best to get at least 96 ounces (minimum) as my daily target is always 1 gallon.

MOOD

Overall, I feel good. I'm a little impatient with myself right now because I want to SEE some physical results. I am begining to see a hint of shrinkage in my upper arm areas and my upper back is starting to allow some definition to show through. However, I am a perfectionist so for me it's not enough until I can actually see striations (I know I am a LONG WAY OUT for that).




Day 2 - Week 3

Day 2 - Week 3 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Day 2 - Week 3 Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin

Morning Workout
Today is spin/step day. This class is ALWAYS high intensity and I love it. Our drill today included several hill climbing simulations which kicked butt big time. I took my morning supplements and definitely needed the energy to push through. I am getting low on KetoCuts so I will have to place another order this weekend (DO NOT want to run out of those).

Afternoon Workout
Today's planned workout (shown below) did not happen because I was stuck at work late and by the time I arrived on my end of town, the gym was closed. :(. Therefore, I am going to have to make it up this weekend.


Planned Evening Exercise
I will have to make this up on another day.

Seated Dumbbell Press
Side Lateral Raise
Machine Shoulder (Military) Press
Reverse Flyes
Tricep Dumbbell Kickback
Bench Dips
Kneeling Cable Triceps Extension
Dumbbell Alternate Bicep Curl
Concentration Curls
Cross Body Hammer Curl


Day2 - Week 3 Nutrition

Total calories 1,300 Fat(g) 33.3 Carbs(g) 75.6 Protein(g) 191.2 Water(oz) 96



Day 3 -Week 3


Day 3 - Week 3 Morning Supplements
KetoCuts (Morning & Afternoon)
L-Carnitine (x's 3)
CLA Tonalin (x's 3)


Day 3 - Week 3 Afternoon Supplements
KetoCuts
L-Carnitine
CLA Tonalin


Morning Workout
This morning's work out WORE ME OUT. There was some ridiculous catty drama in our spin class and we paid for it today! We used a combination of light, mid, and heavy dumbbells and commenced to doing minute long sets of:

squats
lunges
dumbbell chest press
alternating bicep curls
pullovers
skull crushers
concentration curls
bent over double arm rows
planks
crunches
reverse crunches

NOTE: I should have taken my CreaDyl along with my KetoCut for this workout. Thank God I took the KetoCuts in enough time for it to KICK IN because I would NOT have been able to push through this grueling session. We literally jumped from one to the next and in between we were engaging in jumping jacks with overhead presses to keep our heart rates up.


Day 3 - Week 3 Nutrition

Total Calories 1,194 Fat(g) 40.5 Carbs(g) 135.7 Prot(g) 95.4 Water(oz) 108

NOTE: I was 20 ounces shy of my gallon - DARN!

MOOD
I felt really good today. That workout was just what I needed to ramp me up and yet, calm me down. Thank GOODNESS tonight is not a weight night. I think perhaps I will heed Simpy's advice about two-a-days for now but I do want to continue my cardio classes in the morning and incorporate P90X as well. My boyfriend bought this for me months ago and I it's taken me all this time to get around to push PLAY! Well, now I am mentally in a place where I need to be to get it done.

[StlBarbie]

WOWZA NENA ~ what a review of the past three days! Basically, you have just been kicking ass and taking names ... :D GREAT JOB! I am anxious to see how you like the P90X! :)

[storm1507]

Good work lately.

[drooks10]

Wow! 2 a days with P90x incorporated! You are gonna be dropping some weight, FAST! You better have that Ketocuts and Creadyl handy! Haha.

[Nena26]

WOWZA NENA ~ what a review of the past three days! Basically, you have just been kicking ass and taking names ... :D GREAT JOB! I am anxious to see how you like the P90X! :)

LOL...I don't know about that but I'm trying to get there. I will definitely let you know how I like P90X. :)


Good work lately.
Thanks Storm. I'm trying to hang with all of you grown folks. :) I want to see some dimples smiling in the right way and some caverns developing. Basically, I want to see my body's geography shift and change (think Pangea which later became the 7 continents we know today). So if this fat can roll back and allow some muscular landscapes to PEAK, I'll be all too thrilled!


Wow! 2 a days with P90x incorporated! You are gonna be dropping some weight, FAST! You better have that Ketocuts and Creadyl handy! Haha.

Yes sir! Hey, I'm trying to catch you ;). I am putting in another order this coming week, definitely. I am also thinking about trying one of the products for recovery. What would you recommend?

Week 3 - Day 4

Morning Supplements
KetoCuts
CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine

Afternoon Supplements
KetoCUTS
CLA Tonalin
L-Carnitine

Morning Workout
This morning was supposed to be yoga/pilates and I missed it. Boy do I sure NEED it. My muscles are SHOUTING at me. It's a good thing though. It lets me know my workouts are effective. I got a lot of running around in today at work though. I think I was on my feet back and forth (and I do NOT walk slowly) for half the day today. I hate that I missed my workout this morning. BUT all is not a total wash -- tonight, I will make up for it. I'm getting ready to take some CreaDyl and power/gear up for this P90X KICKOFF - the pain begins TONIGHT!!!

Day 3 - Week 4 Nutrition
So far today I've consumed:

Total Calories 958 Fat(g) 36.5g Carbs(g)188.5 Protein 120.5 Water(oz) 72

REFLECTIONS
I have to do some more research to get my diet cleaned up - really cleaned up. This weekend I think I'm going to invest in Tosca Reno's "Eat Clean" book. I've heard great things about her recipes and I don't mind giving it a whirl. I want the TOTAL package, lean, strong, fit, healthy, nutrition and check, mind right, and spirit one with it all. This isn't about doing it for 16 weeks and then letting myself go. For me, this is about longevity and a new way of life - one in which I can be happy and completely in love with myself through and through. Now, it's time for some P90X!

[cathb]

Looks like you've got some great workouts in! I wholeheartedly agree with your reflection...which is also why I'm struggling a bit with the diet. I want to make healthy eating a lifetime habit. And although my vision of clean eating will certainly produce great results over these 16 weeks, it's higher in complex carbs and fruit, not so protein extreme as a lot of diets I've been reading in these logs. I know really cutting the carbs and calories will drop the pounds quick, but, like you, I'm in this for life. So like yesterday, anytime I feel myself getting a little clausterphobic and obsessed about the diet I need to take a step back and ask myself if this is what I envision for the long haul.

I know if I'm too strict, there is the possibility for a backslide. I've read Tosca's page in Oxygen and I get her Clean Eating magazine--it's great! The magazine lists 2 weeks of menus with complete calorie/macro breakdowns.

REFLECTIONS
I have to do some more research to get my diet cleaned up - really cleaned up. This weekend I think I'm going to invest in Tosca Reno's "Eat Clean" book. I've heard great things about her recipes and I don't mind giving it a whirl. I want the TOTAL package, lean, strong, fit, healthy, nutrition and check, mind right, and spirit one with it all. This isn't about doing it for 16 weeks and then letting myself go. For me, this is about longevity and a new way of life - one in which I can be happy and completely in love with myself through and through. Now, it's time for some P90X![/QUOTE]

[drooks10]

While I am very hardcore about my diet, I understand what you are saying. If this is just a 16 week change, then that won't help at all in the grand scheme of things. It's got to be a lifestyle.

I have subbed to Clean Eating for 2 years now. Awesome recipes and very tasty, too!

[StlBarbie]

EXCELLENT reflections in here ... :)
Make the changes that you are willing to keep and enjoy for the rest of your life!!! :)

[311mindspin]

While I am very hardcore about my diet, I understand what you are saying. If this is just a 16 week change, then that won't help at all in the grand scheme of things. It's got to be a lifestyle.

I have subbed to Clean Eating for 2 years now. Awesome recipes and very tasty, too!

100% agree, people always ask me how to get in shape, i always reply it starts in the kitchen. Keep up the hard work on your diet, it WILL pay off!

[THEMANBEAST]

100% agree, people always ask me how to get in shape, i always reply it starts in the kitchen. Keep up the hard work on your diet, it WILL pay off!

Diet builds muscle, AND burns fat. The power of food!

[drooks10]

What's on tap for today? I hope to see a big-time update later!

[brittbo]

Yeah, I was in awe when I first saw those as well, haha. If we all do as well as Tiffanee, we'll be a bunch of hotties.
I third that!

[Simpy]

Hey Nena! Where have you been?

As for the diet, Tosca Reno's Clean Eating is a nice lifestyle diet to use. I, personally, like The Zone diet by Dr. Spears the best, however. The only issue I have with the Zone is his recommendation for what I consider to be very low calories. It just doesn't work for a really active person.

[StlBarbie]

Hi Nena!!! :)

How are you doing with this midwest heat?
St. Louis is suppose to hit 100 degrees today!

[StlBarbie]

How are you Nena? :)

[drooks10]

Looking forward to an update!

[Nena26]

What's on tap for today? I hope to see a big-time update later!
An update is coming really soon.


Hey Nena! Where have you been?
As for the diet, Tosca Reno's Clean Eating is a nice lifestyle diet to use. I, personally, like The Zone diet by Dr. Spears the best, however. The only issue I have with the Zone is his recommendation for what I consider to be very low calories. It just doesn't work for a really active person.

I've been up and down this past week (I stirred up my sciatica once again and had to go easy until I could tolerate it but I am here. ~_~
Caloric intake is also something that confuses me at times. I understand the expend more, consume less but when you are training hard, doesn't it have an adverse effect? *sigh* I have SO many things to learn...so many things to learn.


Hi Nena!!! :)
Morning StlBarbie! How have your workouts been coming along?


How are you doing with this midwest heat?
St. Louis is suppose to hit 100 degrees today!
OMG! This 100 degree heat has been stifling. I can't run outdoors in that which sucks because I invested in a weighted vest (20lbs. to begin and then perhaps later as I get stronger, 40lbs.)


How are you Nena? :)
I'm feeling much better. My sciatic nerve is still very touchy but I'm coping. :) How are you?


Looking forward to an update!
Update coming soon. :)



GOOD MORNING! It has been roughly a week since I've posted anything. Here's the good, the bad, and the ugly in a nutshell (for now):

THE GOOD


1. I have FINALLY discovered a way to do actual sit-ups that don't hurt my lower back (remember I have sciatica and because my lower abs are weak, certain exercises really strain my lower core region). Needless to say, after performing them I was SOAR the next day and felt like WOW, so THIS is what it feels like to truly work the ENTIRE CORE. I am proud of that.


2. I purchased two significant books on nutrition and health which are CHANGING MY LIFE! Tosca Renos, "Eat Clean Diet Recharged!" and T. Colin Campbell's, The China Study. All I can say is, I'll NEVER look at food the same way again.


3. I've increased my plank time to 2 minutes 30 seconds (WOO HOO)


4. My clothes are fitting a tad more loosely in my waist and thigh areas (OMG how awesome is THAT!)


5. I'm at 32 boy PUSH-UPS! (YEAH BABY)


6. I'm back on track this week (WEEK4) and will have updates really soon!


The BAD


1. I REALLY need to work on my lower abs. They are very weak.


2. My work schedule was hideous over the past week which really limited my workouts.



The UGLY


1. My diet was not the best this past week (but it wasn't the worst it could have been either, thank goodness).


I've got some old school Metallica, Aerosmith, new school Stemm, and in between Puddle of Mud, Daughtry, Stone Temple Pilots, downloaded on my iPOD and I'm ready!

[drooks10]

Thanks for the update (the good, the bad, and the ugly)! Haha. I hope that the "good" list keeps getting longer and longer, and that the other 2 completely disappear!

I wanted to link you to Double-T's Facebook page. Starting next week, they will be having a great promo that you will want to check out!

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/Double-T-Sports/106276053243?ref=ts

[Simpy]

Why are you stressing over situps? I would advise crunches over situps, as situps usually engage your hip flexors far more than your abs. Plus, as you said, situps can hurt your back. Crunches are much more ab-friendly.

[StlBarbie]

SO glad to hear from you Nena!!!! :)

I agree with Simpy on the crunches ..... and oh so much easier on the back ... ;)

Your new books sound fabulous and motivating ...
what would you say are the top 3 thing you took away from them?
You sound SO INSPIRED .... :)

KUDOS TO YOU ... on both the plank times and the boys pushups ....
WAY TO GET IT DONE NENA!!!! :D

What are your plans for the weekend?

[StlBarbie]

Enter daily for your chance to win a FREE TUB of BETACENE!!! :D

http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=125588723

[Nena26]

Thanks for the update (the good, the bad, and the ugly)! Haha. I hope that the "good" list keeps getting longer and longer, and that the other 2 completely disappear!


I wanted to link you to Double-T's Facebook page. Starting next week, they will be having a great promo that you will want to check out!

http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/pages/Double-T-Sports/106276053243?ref=ts



Thanks DROOKS10! I suspect it will get longer. I'm attending a local fitness competition show in September which I am really looking forward to because my 16 weeks will end in September so HOPEFULLY I'm looking a bit cut by then. ~_~ I've also been approached about competing in figure competitions. Someone thinks I may be a great fit for it and thinks overall, I would do nicely. I promised I'd think about it since I honestly fell in love with it back in the 80s when I saw Rachel McLish for the first time (WOW!) So we'll see what happens.

I will definitely link to the FB page. Thanks!



Why are you stressing over situps? I would advise crunches over situps, as situps usually engage your hip flexors far more than your abs. Plus, as you said, situps can hurt your back. Crunches are much more ab-friendly.

I agree completely Simpy. I have a mental complex that tends to nag me to pieces whenever I can't do something because I always feel like I SHOULD be able to do it. I have been doing flutter kicks, butterflies, in/outs, and hanging leg raises in an attempt to strengthen my lower abs. I really believe once I get them where they need to be my back pain will disappear.


SO glad to hear from you Nena!!!! :)

I agree with Simpy on the crunches ..... and oh so much easier on the back ... ;)

Your new books sound fabulous and motivating ...
what would you say are the top 3 thing you took away from them?
You sound SO INSPIRED .... :)

KUDOS TO YOU ... on both the plank times and the boys pushups ....
WAY TO GET IT DONE NENA!!!! :D

What are your plans for the weekend?

Thanks StlBarbie!!! I'm glad to be back in the zone and running full steam ahead. I am going to stick with crunches. I need to get stronger in those also, particularly my reverse crunches.

OMG, these nutrition books are blowing my mind and not because it's stuff I didn't know already (I am a bookworm and a mental wealth of useless information because of it :) ), but because between the two of them, I have really identified so MANY reasons why I want this (many of which I stated early on when I first began posting). I really do want this to be a way of life and not something that is done in intervals and the recipes in Tosca's book are AMAZING! The top three things I took away from them are:


1. It is NOT an overnight conversion and therefore I MUST be patient with myself and allow myself some room for error or else I will completely blow it.


2. I do not have to follow the recipes provided to the letter (there are many foods I don't eat) and can substitute my veggies or whatever food type is called for. The key is moderation and CONSISTENCY. :)


3. Finally, the road to good health, wellness, and physical fitness is ongoing and NOT a one-time deal.


I'm soooooooooo EXCITED about the possibilities!!!


SUPPLEMENT UPDATE
This week, I will be receiving my Betacene and NO-Beta! I'm looking forward to seeing how they work!

NOTICEABLE CHANGES
My 3-day per week full body workout is far more effective than my splits. I think the main thing missing when I started was adequate rest and recovery in between. Now that I am getting that, I can really tell the difference. Not to mention, it is adding to the time I actually get some ZZZs. My arms are slimming as are my thighs and I can tell my glutes are firming and lifting, too! Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaa me. :)

[Synapsin]

Can't wait until you get the Betacene and NO Beta! Keep up the good work, and if you have any questions, feel free to ask!

[drooks10]

Whoa! Good luck if you enter the competition! That is a great goal and motivation to have! Looking forward to seeing how you progress with the supplements, too!

[Nena26]

Can't wait until you get the Betacene and NO Beta! Keep up the good work, and if you have any questions, feel free to ask!
Thanks Synapsin! It JUST ARRIVED TODAY! :D I am super excited. I'm new to supplements such as these so I am wondering what the most effective way to use them will be. Any suggestions?


Whoa! Good luck if you enter the competition! That is a great goal and motivation to have! Looking forward to seeing how you progress with the supplements, too!

Thanks Drooks! I think having this goal to work towards will really help me focus much better on my nutrition. I work hard at the gym but I want my nutrition to be equally on point as everything else. I AM up to 6 hours of sleep a night now :D which is HUGE for me. We'll see how it goes.

[Simpy]

I would die on 6 hours of sleep per night. I can do that every once in a while, but my body shuts down if I don't get at least 7 hours consistently, and I really need the textbook 8 hours/night.

[drooks10]

I'm lucky to get 5 hours of sleep each night....I find that if I get more than that, I actually feel sluggish. I guess my body is used to it by now!

[Simpy]

Hey Nena! How was your holiday?

[journey2swole]

6 hours is about perfect for me, any more and I am sluggish and tired all day. But less than 5-6 and I am the same. Everybody is different. My wife needs at least 8 full hours to be refreshed.

[StlBarbie]

How is going Nena? Did you have a good 4th of July?
The weather here is SO humid and my central AC went out .... :eek:

If you are ready to have some creative fun come play with us on fb:

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Double-T-Sports/106276053243?v=wall

Time to make a meme .... :D

[StlBarbie]

Nena ... how are you doing?

I got the AC back on today ... :)

Anything fun going on up in KC?

[Simpy]

Helllooooo (echo, echo, echo). Nena, where are you? :D

[storm1507]

Knock, knock, knock....looks like I'm not the only one not keeping up with this journal. :D

Come on out and play.

[Nena26]

Okay, so I've been away for a good while due to me stirring up some old injuries and creating new ones. I had t completely step away and allow my body to fully recover. It was so bad that I could literally hear things popping in my joints and my range of motion was completely shut down on one side. *sigh* That said, I WILL NOT CONCEDE DEFEAT! I'm a fighter and survivor, and I MEAN TO SEE MY FITNESS RESULTS THROUGH! As it were, I've taken proactive steps now and have three workout partners, all of which have been hardcore fitness nuts for more than 5 years now. My schedule is insane and I'm making it work. PICTURES are coming SOON!

[StlBarbie]

AWESOME to see you back!!!! :)

Just last night, I was going through the women's registrations and I was wondering what happened to you .... !!!! Also, we have missed you in the women's group .... :(

I look forward to seenig your pics!!!!

[Nena26]

THANK YOU StlBarbie!!! I am so HAPPY to be back. I joined a new gym which allows me the flexibility to get into a gym whether I am home, or at work and I KEEP my gym bag with me. On days, I can't go, I walk. ALSO, you will be happy to know that I plan to COMPETE next Spring (GOD willing). I'm totally STOKED about that!!! My workout partners are FABULOUS and their level of discipline and work ethics in the gym...I LOVE! I've missed being here and will definitely be active in the groups!

Great to virtually see you again!!!


AWESOME to see you back!!!! :)

Just last night, I was going through the women's registrations and I was wondering what happened to you .... !!!! Also, we have missed you in the women's group .... :(

I look forward to seenig your pics!!!!

[Simpy]

Nena!!!!!! I'm so thrilled to have you back! Do like Barb said, and get in the groups. It's lots of fun in there.

[StlBarbie]

Please stop by the Femme Fatales and help us generate a name for the new powerlifting group .... :)

[Nena26]

Please stop by the Femme Fatales and help us generate a name for the new powerlifting group .... :)

Cool! Will do. :)

[Nena26]

Nena!!!!!! I'm so thrilled to have you back! Do like Barb said, and get in the groups. It's lots of fun in there.

Thank you Simpy!!!! I'm headed that way now. Then I'm off to get my cardio in. :)

[Simpy]

Thank you Simpy!!!! I'm headed that way now. Then I'm off to get my cardio in. :)

Great! What type of cardio is on the agenda?

[StlBarbie]

Come experience the POWER of Double-T .... :D

POWERLIFTING GROUP is UP!!! :D

http://groups.bodybuilding.com/doublets_strength_crushers

[StlBarbie]

A list of the remaining Double-T Sports 2010 Women's Ketocuts Challengers is posted in the Femme Fatales! :)

http://groups.bodybuilding.com/doublet_sports_femme_fatales

[Simpy]

Hurry back, Nena! I miss your happy updates.

[StlBarbie]

Hi Nena!!!

I am here for an update ... :)

Are you still in the Women's KetoCuts Challenge?

[StlBarbie]

Bumping for an update, Nena!!! :)

Are you still in the Women's KetoCuts Challenge?

[Nena26]

Hi StlBarbie! I've been away from the PC but I've been tweaking the workout and diet plan. I am HOPING to enter my FIRST SHOW EVER next Summer! I am a member of two gyms now so no matter where I am, I'm able to get a workout in --- even if it's just a half hour. Also, my meals are going well. This week I'm back to splits (one body part per day) with cardio. ~_~

How are you? How's it going?

[StlBarbie]

AWESOME news Nena!!! :)
What show are you planning on entering?
Is it in Missouri?

Are you still doing the Women's KetoCuts Challenge?

[Nena26]

Hi there! there is one show here in April and one in September. I am opting for the one in September but will be attending the one in April to get a feel for how it works and to support my workout partners.

It's always such a SLOW process getting back into a routine but I'm determined. I wanted to post my diet and get some thoughts on it. I'll do that after the gym. I'm contemplating entering the KetoCuts Challenge again but it will be a "challenge" for me as the company I worked for suspended all of its operations INDEFINITELY the week of Christmas. But we shall see. :) I hope you had a great holiday!!!