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[angeleye]

Dream at 18yrs – Pursued at 35 yrs. Makes this Mom of 2(8 & 9) long story extra short.
Motivating Factor: Seeing a picture of me and not realizing It was ME and how big Me was!
Goal: Body Building: NPC Show – May 21, 2005 ***10 weeks out ***
Weight Training: Su/back, M/arms, W/chest, Th/shoulders/calves, F/Legs, S/abs/glutes
Cardio: Sun: 60min(Power Lift Circuit) Mon: 50min(step) Tue: 10min(HIIT train(new to this) Wed:50min(Kickboxing) Th:10min(HIIT) F:50min(Pwr lift circuit)
Diet
M1 – MRP(berries, melon, grpfruit added), 100% egg white
M2 – lean meat 40z, veggies 1c
M3 - lean meat 5oz, salad 1.5c, 1 carrot md
M4 – lean meat 4oz, 3 egg whites or MRP
M5 – lean meat 5oz, veg 1c,
M5(Mon & Th) oats or rice 1c, sw or red potato 6oz, veg 1c, butter 1tsp
M6 – MRP & flaxseed oil


In the beginning: 1/04
Weight: 168
BF: 28%
Chest: 34
Waist: 33
Hip: 44
Thigh: 26
Calves: 14
Arms: 12.5

Now: 2/05
Weight: 132
BF: 20%
Chest: 32
Waist: 27.5
Hip: 35.5
Thigh: 22
Calves: 14
Arms: 11.25

[WannaBeModel]

I'm glad to see that you started a journal! Welcome :)

I'll be keeping an eye on this journal! Look at those measurement decreases! Congrats! Are you going to post pictures?

[Sunshineslynn]

Good to see you started one and that we are competing around the same time. Question though are you bb or figure?

smiles
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[angeleye]

Ive been starting this for a month now. The courage that it takes to put your self out here is phenomenal. (You ladies are the BOMB!)
I figure "how & the heck are you going on stage Naked "almost" and afraid of a little/lot of well need criticism". Posting pics this evening, if all is successful.

Body Building is my fire!

Forgot supplements above:
L-Glutamine
7 - Keto(just started)
Lean Out(just started)
Vitamin Power Pak(too long to list)
On a rough day - Redline

Just talked to my consultant/Mentor - starting today Posing every other day for 30-45 min and between each working set. This will shake off the nerves, huh?

[MMA_Fighter]

When i did my first BB show, for the 4 months prior right up to the morn of the show. i visualized me on stage, no one out there in the audience, just me doin my thing..everywhere i went,when i could i listened to my routine music, and visualized it from start to finish, from me walkin onstage to leaving after..and u kno what? i did practice my routine of course, but when i went on stage, all i remember is them callin my name, takin a deep breath and goin into visualize mode, next thing i kno, im backstage again, my trainer tellin me i nailed every single part of my routine!!I dont even rember being onstage by myself!! Then again, i had the flu, maybe i passed out..lol..wait no, i got pix to prove it! haha..hope this helps a bit..
Tamara

[WannaBeModel]

Your on a roll. Your weekend was committed as WHAT! SO help with the HIIT PLEASE. What do you do to receive the most from it. Im "cardioaddicted", so when I finish I feel the results, but just cant get over the time element. It seems 20min is so drastic from my 55min. Im using the efx climber or the elliptical rotating levels by multiplying the level and resistence by 2. I just started so natually I havent seen any results yet, your opinion, Please???


I thought I'd post this in your journal and mine. I'm not sure which one you will check first and you might want it in yours for later reference. :)

I hate cardio. No, I DESPISE cardio. If you are doing HIIT correectly, you shouldn't be able to do 55 minutes. On my moderate cardio days, I do an hour or so. I have some cardio videos at home and a jump rope. So, I jump for a minute and do the video for a minute. I have kickboxing and step videos, so I alternate between those. Your intervals may not be intense enough. Intensify your hard intervals much more and you should see results.

Honestly, I don't know if I have any results. I look at myself everyday and I am very very critical of myself. I have pictures and will take more progress pictures in 2 weeks. I'll be able to really see if there have been any changes. I feel so good after doing it though. Jumping rope really makes you work your core. It forces you to stabilize your entire body in order to jump efficiently. Hopefully, this has done SOMETHING to my body! I've only been doing it for a short time also, but I think that I should see some results after a month.

[angeleye]

MMA - Where are those pix?

If I leave out Saturdays menu, Ill be able to live with myself. I tried HIIT for the 1st time and I was so hungry it scared me. Every 2 hours I was "stomach-caving-in-hungry" didnt like this feeling at all.
I attended our local NPC Novice show. Again, a real learning experience. You can really evaluate your crappy discipline, when you see those out there who have worked and those who didnt. What was amazing to me was seeing more fat than I would have been comfortable with showing if Iwas competing. Knowing this is my weakest area, it made me reflect on my lazy leg day. There is a will, so I know Ill find the way to "BRING IT" the right way.
Sunday
Cardio: Kickboxing 50min, Powerflex 50min
Back: Lat pull down - 4x12@50,10@60,8@70,6@80
Seated Row - same pyrimid
dl w/row - 4x12@70(1st next week,waiting on trainer)
db flye - 2x15
clean & press - 4x8@35
m1-mrp
m2 - 5oz chix, .75c of peper/onion mix
m3 - 6oz tuna, 3 EW
m4 - 5oz chix, 1c zucc/squash/carrot
m5 - protein pudding
eating was so hard after filling myself to capacity and the bloating heartburn that came with it.

BTW - water should naturally taste like Crysal Lite - IT SUCKS. You would think after years of this I could just drink the Crap!

Ready to take the brutal reality of posting my pix. Bring it, I need the truth.
Ladies, did you have any apprehension over posting, its safe right?

[WannaBeModel]

Post those things, girl! You know you look great!

Why in the world are you doing powerflex AND lifting? You don't really need all that...you're probably overtraining. Don't you think you'll burnout soon?

[Sistersteel]

Angeleye- So nice to see another women who has a passion for bodybuilding. I am very impressed with your progress made in the last year, you lost alot of inches.

If you are anything like me then you spend time looking at female bodybuilers who have been doing this for a few years. I like amandad.com, and nicoleberg.com. Then when you look at the novice bodybuilders at the shows they don't seem to compare. I found that by looking at the novice level bodybuilders who are in the same position as me boosted my confidence. My expectations get too high when I look at the national level bodybuilders.

Do you include an essential fatty acids, Udo's oil or Flax? This should help with the hunger. Are you tracking you calories or ratio's? Your complex carbs look really low, I tried this and it didn't go very well, my body just held onto everything. Let me know how things are going.

Can't wait to see pictures
SS

[angeleye]

IM READY - HAVE AT IT.

SS - I totally forgot to include 2tb of flax. I add it to my MRP.(WHEW - thats not good tasting at all.) And while Im out here in the world of honesty. My water intake along with my consistency with my supps was horrible. Ive recommitted to it today. I'd hate for something so small to hurt me. Besides I dont have the money to thow away$$$$$$$

[WannaBeModel]

You look great! Congratulations to you! AND, you are a mommy of 2...very impressive. I'm jealous now! I need to get my butt in gear after checking out your pictures.

Why on earth were you afraid to show those? Just keep working as hard as you have been, you'll do great!

[sillyvent]

You hot momma! ;) hee hee

[JumpinJill]

You've got a really great shape! :)

[kkapp]

Hi angel
I was just checking out your post... YOU ROCK on the stats from a year ago til now... You really dropped inches. that's awesome. How did you do it? What was your carb/pro/fat ratio? Did you do supplements the whole time. Did you cycle them at all? Was most of it weights and how much cardio? Did you bulk then cut?
sorry for all the quesions, but I am trying to decrease my measurements and lose pounds too, but yet get more definition.

[Sistersteel]

You look GREAT!
Are you still dropping weight?

Your going to look awesome up on stage!!!
SS

[angeleye]

3.17
cardio - 4:30a HIIT ellip:1.5 int 5x
5p - 7p pwer cir
tricep - press(ab) 4x8@35 press(chin) 4x8@35 cbl prs 4x12@35 rpe prs 4x10@35
biceps - bb crls 4x12@35, db crls 4x12@20, prchr curls 4x12@20
m1 - mrp,1 tb flax, 5oz coffee
m2 - 5oz chix, 1c broc
m3 - 4oz chix, 1.5c salad
m4(prwo) - 1 sc mrp, 4 mini rice cakes
m5(pswo) - 1 sc mrp, pb 4 triscuits(Ill pay)
m6 - (CARB MEAL) 1c rice, salsa, grn trky(potatoes gone bad), .5tsp butter

OH MY - I was spent last night. I wasnt even able to hold a conversation when I got home. I ate the pb because my body started shaking & I couldnt fix anything fast enough. OVERTRAINED - is the key word. I was a little to excited about starting a new program discussed by my "sculptor"l. Im so obsessed with my quads and lw back that Im not thinking REPAIR=GROWTH.

Support from you guys is like no other! Thank you isnt even good enough. But come on, bring the advice, do you see those legs :<! Give up gurus, How can I make this happen. Do I double legs days, or increase the cardio?

[WannaBeModel]

What is your leg workout like right now?

[angeleye]

Kris - seated extensions, curls, press, bb squats, dls., db lunges. Plie squats every other day. I feel the muscle(I think its shy & doesnt want to show itself :>) Im checking your site now for your reply to the other question.

kkapp - I wish I would have been more disciplined in doc.my history but here goes:Most importantly MY DIET. I wasnt eating any protein. My ratios where moved to 40/30/20
Exercise: Cardio 3 days(2 classes back to back = 1hr hi impact ie. step,kickboxing & 1hr class power lifting) day 4 cardio - reg class. I think these two elements dropped inches. Supplements from day one where glutamine, creatine, fat burner. Weight training is more effective for my body type when done in spilts. Whole body training was too much in addtion to my cardio work. My diet for competition started mid-jan. I posted it on top. It by far has given me the most results - lean ratio. I see my consultant this week for the cutting diet. I really thought this would have been sooner but He said I wasnt ready until now.

SS - scale says Im losing a .5-.75 lbs per week. Comp date I should be 6lbs leaner. I wish I knew how to comp. for how many fat lbs that would be.????

[WannaBeModel]

Kris - seated extensions, curls, press, bb squats, dls., db lunges. Plie squats every other day. I feel the muscle(I think its shy & doesnt want to show itself :>) Im checking your site now for your reply to the other question.


Hey you!

I should have asked before...how much weight are you lifting on these? They look like good exercises. I don't know if you saw my pics or not...my legs look soft, but are not soft at all. I do walking lunges with 45's in each hand, romanian deadlifts, barbell squats, and stepups. That's it! Oh yea, and I walk on the treadmill on a really high incline. THAT will get your legs so nice...lift your junk up high and everything! :)

OKAY - your right torture. I cant tell you the last time my legs were this tight!!!! I love it:> Calm me down. I could get addicted to this too! I now know 20 min can be more effective than 50. Intervals are a part of my pwerflex, I should have used my common sense & started this earlier.

YAY!!!! I'm glad you like it. Or hate it...or both! It's can be a love/hate thing. I love getting up in the AM and kicking my azz, having those endorphins buzz all day, and sweating like a fool. But it is torture!

[Sunshineslynn]

Hey just peeked in here and wanted to say you will lean up nicely. In regards to legs what is you foot placement on the press? I started doing a superset of 3x10 with feet low and touching close together then move wide and up high. Makes me burn like no tomorow and my outer sweep has come a long way. First time I did those I thought I was going to pass out.

smiles
s

[angeleye]

Tuesday - off - Practice posing at home(Still trying desperately to figure out why Im not getting more out of my Flex. In area's in see def. in when lifting, Im not seeing the same in flexinging. HELP!!!!
Wed 3.16
C: Kickboxing(gloves on) - wo more intense, need full intes. at 35min.
Chest:d/press(smith mach) 3x14@45 1x14@35, incline flye 2x14@12 2x14@15
db press 2x14@15, 60 p/ups
Thurs 3.17
Took off. Slugish, and itchy feeling in my nasal cavity told me what was coming on. Took an very strong Alka Seltzer Could Plus, and went to bed.(Strong, but the only thing that works Pre-cold for me)
Finally posted at Fitday - I hate being last on great ideas :< Needless to say a better perspective on my daily intake. I love tweaking before you get in trouble not after. Oh yeah, that must be the benefit of not procrastinating. Because of it my diet has been "on point" every day because of it.
3.18
Cardio: 5p Pwr Circ. 90min
LEGS: (tryin something new) exten 1x40@hi tol, press 4x25@hi tol, seated curl 3xf@hi tol, wlk lng full track@20 calves: seated & standing raises pyrimids 60,70,80,90 - 12/10/8/6
m1: mrp+4strwb
m2:4ozchix,1c broc
m3:6oztuna,1c lett,.5 tom, 1tsp ffm.whip, 1tb vin/oil
m4: 3 ew, chick
m5: mrp(.5 b4 wo/.5 after wo)
m6: brl snapper, 1 c spinach

[WannaBeModel]

Cardio: 5p Pwr Circ. 90min
LEGS: (tryin something new) exten 1x40@hi tol, press 4x25@hi tol, seated curl 3xf@hi tol, wlk lng full track@20 calves: seated & standing raises pyrimids 60,70,80,90 - 12/10/8/6
m1: mrp+4strwb
m2:4ozchix,1c broc
m3:6oztuna,1c lett,.5 tom, 1tsp ffm.whip, 1tb vin/oil
m4: 3 ew, chick
m5: mrp(.5 b4 wo/.5 after wo)
m6: brl snapper, 1 c spinach

Another fishoholic, I see :) Hey, what is Power Circuit?

[angeleye]

its so cool - and the only way to describe it is power circuit. Ballys calls it Powerflex. Step warm-up, 2 min wt on each group, flr exercise for abs and glutes, and kicks or a run at 1/2 way point, depending on the volume of the class. My Sculptor teaches the class. Whats real cool is he knows Ive missed a group he will increase emphasis on that. Like I missed shoulders/calves hell add extra today and ask me to pick up the pieces 2morrow.

[angeleye]

Happy Monday
Sat: C=step 40m, Legs=press, squats, extensions, curls(hi tol, 4 sets/failure)
Sun: c=kickboxing 45m, pwr flex 45m Back= deadlifts 4x8@45, sm lat pulldown 4x14@90, sm row 2x6@140, clean n press 4x8@45

2day: HIIT=ellip 20min incl wu(1.5m rot lvl8/lvl16) last 2 inter lvl15
arms: incl crls,rev pr bb crls, hmr crl, dips, sklcsr, tri-press
cc= step 60m

If weekends continue to be so punked out that I give in, Id rather go to work everyday of the week to keep the consistency. The evening is a nightmare. Ive got to do something constructive with my hunger energy!!!

[WannaBeModel]

Happy Monday
Sat: C=step 40m, Legs=press, squats, extensions, curls(hi tol, 4 sets/failure)
Sun: c=kickboxing 45m, pwr flex 45m Back= deadlifts 4x8@45, sm lat pulldown 4x14@90, sm row 2x6@140, clean n press 4x8@45

2day: HIIT=ellip 20min incl wu(1.5m rot lvl8/lvl16) last 2 inter lvl15
arms: incl crls,rev pr bb crls, hmr crl, dips, sklcsr, tri-press
cc= step 60m

If weekends continue to be so punked out that I give in, Id rather go to work everyday of the week to keep the consistency. The evening is a nightmare. Ive got to do something constructive with my hunger energy!!!

Wow...you do so much! I feel like a punk! Do you see your body changing?

What happened over the weekend? Did the eating go that far downhill?

[angeleye]

What happened over the weekend? Did the eating go that far downhill?[/QUOTE]
Each day around 6 my cravings went mad. Along with monthly changes, I noticed the one thing different was forgeting my flax each day, hummmmmm

[WannaBeModel]

Each day around 6 my cravings went mad. Along with monthly changes, I noticed the one thing different was forgeting my flax each day, hummmmmm


Those missing fats may have made all the difference. And you know...monthly changes are hell. You have to excuse certain things at those times. :) Did you remember your flax today? Check out how you feel with it. It might be the key!

[angeleye]

So its Wednesday and the effects of a 24 virus still sucks. I thought by now the queasy, yucky feeling would be gone by none. I did absoulutely nothing yesterday except suck down gatorade. At 5pm when I finally dragged myself of the couch, the fiend came out. I had to at least do Yoga. I must say a very good way for me to ease out the aches and kinks of the virus. (I used my own mat, hand sanitizer if ya know what I mean) Soooo, the excuse for not doing this mornings HIIT routine was.......weight training thats it! T-Sculptor was in, so we did Chest (as much as my body could stand)
chest press: 1x8@90, 2x12@70 1xfailure(super weak set)
push ups:5x25(ball)
I forgot my lunch, Im forced to eat tuna all day( my stomach is not ready for this:<)
cardio: Kickboxing 55 min
pm wo: inclines flyes 3xfail, decline press 4x25, db press 2x14@15

m1 - mrp, 4 strawberries,
m2 - tuna, spinach
m3 - tuna salad
m4 - chix, greens
m5 - mrp(prewo)
m6 - mrp(powo)

[angeleye]

3.23 wed - Success - all sups on time. Meals off a tad, it happens in a mini snow storm.
Mood: hi (am:beat down!)
cardio:KB 60m
wt:chest(am routine SAD! smith prs:1x1,1x12@70,1x50x6 (eve)dcl prs br:1x14@45,1x1455,1x14@65 db prs:4x14@25(increase 10lbs) p/u:5am/4pmx20

m1- mrp+4straw
m2-tuna/mx grn salad
m3-1 tb pb 3oz cod
m4-2 wh egg/2white .5 grp ppr, 1oz chix
m5-protein pudding(1scp)

tried liquid creatine wed. Increased energy in eve, even after very lazy afternoon. However, diet and all supps on point so hard to tell if it truly gave results.(or was it the power nap on the couch for 15m) Off to a corrective start: over slept on purpose, so HIIT is moved to pm with shlr/calf routine.
on set of fear crept in: reading to many journals I think. my bf% is freakin me out. Talked to nutritionist again, hes got to be sick of me. Says we will tweak on Sat. "High Tread " - what ever that means......is what the transition will be. I hope that means my legs wont be such an eyesore! Oh yeah, today big office party, fruit try with grapefruit/straws, 1 slice in the plan hooray!

[MMA_Fighter]

hey angel..i knew i posted sumthing about my show in sumones journal, but i couldnt for the life of me rember whos!! im very sorry for that! u asked for pix of me..and i kno it isnt the greatest pic, but i worked realllly hard to get where i was, 3 months and 50 lbs lost..so here is the show pic...

[angeleye]

EZ 2 get off point w/this. Thanx Sis 4 the push!

Easter Break:
Diet: Successful if I dont count evenings.
w/0: fri am&pm sat am (sat pm w/o= walking in heels @ Alicia Keys/John Legend concert)
Sunday: off and out the ball park(not the words from a woman 51 days out from her 1st bb contest.
3.28 mon -
Mood - mellow
w/o - late flat tire :< 30m step, 45m pwrflx 15m abs
wt - back: cl&pr 8x6@30, upr row8*3@20, sldr prs 16*3@25, wdlatpd 14*2@50 14*2@60, dl 14*1@80 14*3@90

Back like WHOA this am. I LOVE IT! Big plans for HIIT 2 nite. Increase to 2m and up a lvl. Im so ready!

[WannaBeModel]

w/0: fri am&pm sat am (sat pm w/o= walking in heels @ Alicia Keys/John Legend concert)


THAT'S a good concert. I love them both!


Sunday: off and out the ball park(not the words from a woman 51 days out from her 1st bb contest.


You are working hard, keep at it. Days off are necessary!

Back like WHOA this am. I LOVE IT! Big plans for HIIT 2 nite. Increase to 2m and up a lvl. Im so ready!

Do it! When it starts to get hard, think of how everyone will be cheering for you and how you are going to blow your competitors out of the water if you keep your intensity up!

[angeleye]

I feel like Ive just hit the second curve on the roller coaster. Went to see the cutest nutrionist/consultant(Hi Jason) in the world. The next 4 weeks my diet and supps change drasticly. Not only is it repetitious its alot more to remember - and I can barely remember everything now! I LOVE STEPIN UP THE GAME!!
diet - a 4 day rotation(will post as I go) and the supps: mass amino, muscle mass, ultra 40 Liver tabs. In addition to those already being taken. My biggest surprise: I thought I was going to have the "sweet" comfort of the shake until the very end. It will be well missed;<
day 1&3 1152c,25f,48c, 175p
day 2 2038c,66f,53c,292p
day 4 1787c,30f,236c,138p

wt - reps/set changes: Pyrimid(heaviest lbs) 10-8-6-15(drop set/mod lbs)
NO CARDIO - the sad little 2.5 miles 3x a week, will probably boor me to death, but anything for the Master/Guru.(Ive been told 2 "shut up & train!")
new schedule: m/w/f 4a walk/pose, 6p wt - th/sat/sun wt only tue routine only

[MsJewels]

It is great to change things up a bit! I always feel a little nervous when I start a new split, but the more you try, the more you learn!

Keep up the great work! :D

[Sunshineslynn]

yeah its great to switch it up. Your doing great just know since you have done your homework that when you step on stage you exzude (spelling)confidence and sometimes that makes a big difference.


smiles
s

[angeleye]

Interesting - I got a bad rep for being too serious. Ouch! That hurts. Not exactly my style. I LOVE to be kind. I live for it! Sorry, cant please everyone, all of the time.
Yesterday was wonderful! Every goal, outside of laundry, accomplished. I didnt get to eat all planned but Ive made adjustments to my schedule to get all of them in today. Meet with the choreographer on Sat. Not good considering the routine he needs to critique is completed yet. Procrastination sucks! Also trial run with the Jan Tanna 2 night. I want to get the application down streak free and the complexion close to perfect as possible. Curious as to how long it will last?

mood: on high
m1:5oz chix, mixed veg m2:tuna, lettuce, tomato, r.onion m3: mrp m4: chix, lettuce, cuc, toma, on, 1 ew
wt: CHEST - heavy 10/8/6/15(drop)
press
incl cl grip prs
incl prs
dcl prs
2 walk 22min

[WannaBeModel]

Interesting - I got a bad rep for being too serious. Ouch! That hurts. Not exactly my style. I LOVE to be kind. I live for it! Sorry, cant please everyone, all of the time.

Meanies...who did that? That was so rude!

Tan, girl! TAN!!! I know you need it. :D

[angeleye]

Not going out of town Sat allowed me to take off and catch up all laundry needed for the Kids to go back to school next week.
LEGS TODAY! Super excited to increase weight on squats.(They intimadate me SEVERLY! Im taking the awesome advice of other bb.com users and psyching my self out today."LINES COME FROM HARD TIME", and Im correcting any form issues so that my lower back doesnt cripple me by the end of the session. Tan 2 night. Please, please pray this doesnt come out that weird green/grey/muddy look Ive seen on competitors!(what the heck causes that anyway?) Pix this weekend - Urgh!

mood:extended energy
w/o= laundry
diet:
m1: 8oz chix, mixed greens
m2: 6oz beef pastrami(97% ff), 1/2 grpfrt
m3: 8 oz snapper, 1/2 grpfrt
m4: 6 oz beef pastrami, 6 ew, 1 egg, 1/2 grpfrt,
m5: 6oz chix

Total: 1104
Fat: 27 241 23%
Sat: 5 43 4%
Poly: 5 42 4%
Mono: 15 133 13%
Carbs: 53 173 16%
Fiber: 9 0 0%
Protein: 158 634 61%

[WannaBeModel]

Not going out of town Sat allowed me to take off and catch up all laundry needed for the Kids to go back to school next week.

Why not?!?!?!


Pix this weekend - Urgh!


Me toooooo! Today, actually. I'll be on the lookout for yours. You better put them up! I've got to see how much harder I need to work to catch up.


w/o= laundry


Hilarious! LOL I saw that, laughed, and rolled my eyes. Don't you just LOOOOVE doing laundry?

[j_neatherlin]

hey,

you look pretty good and you have plenty of time to make changes before your contest. As long as you're making progress, you're on the right track. Just keep at it! Remember, it's not how you look today...it's how you look when you step on stage.

As far as my leg routine is concerned...my background is in competitive powerlifting so I've always done free bar ass to the grass squats. Plus, i'm blessed genetically with having big ass legs. Currently, I'm not sticking to any set routine, but I always try to incorporate the basics - squats (although I'm starting to get away from them, since I think my legs are far ahead of my upper body), straight leg deadlifts or good mornings, etc. My calves don't really respond to training...they always look the same whether I train them or not...but I still do calf work.

Anyway, I hope that helps. Goodluck!

[angeleye]

4 week meal rotation 1st. I havent deviated yet. Its always easy at first, agreed? However, I do anticipate substitutions, which are easier added.
day 1 & 3
m1 8 e.w., .25 rd/grn peppers, .25 grapefruit.
m2 1 cn tuna or 4 oz chix, 3 e.w.
m3 6oz chix, 2 c lettuce, 2tb ap. cid. vin & 1 tb o.o
m4 8oz cod, .25 grapefruit
m5 8 e.w., 25 rd/grn peppers, .25 grapefruit.
day 2
m1 6oz 93% lean beef, .25 grapefruit.
m2 1 cn tuna or 4 oz chix, 3 e.w.
m3 8oz chix, 2 c salad(let,cucm, gp, 2tb ap. cid. vin & 1 tb o.o
m4 8oz cod, .25 grapefruit
m5 8 e.w, 1 whole egg, 25 rd/grn peppers(ommelete)
m6 6oz 93% lean beef, 6 e.w., 1 wh egg, .25 grapefruit
day 4
m1 5 e.w, 1 ser or crm of rice or grits
m2 3oz of lean meat, 6oz potatoe, 1 c veg
m3 3oz of lean meat, 1c rice, 1c veg
m4 3oz of lean meat, 1c rice
m5 5 e.w, .25 rd/grn peppers(ommelete)

for those of us not used to supps - I count them in total - a whole meal after swallowing all day :>
flax w/am meal(has truly decreased the cravings as suggested by a mem.)

Sat 4.2
Mood: to laid back(w/o seeemed in slow motion)
w/o: abs and calfs
knee 2 ankle crunch 10 min
ball crunch 10 min
standing knee raise mach 4x20
bicycles 1 min
stnd cl raise 10/8/6/15x15(db)
seated raise 10/8/9/15x80
walking lunges on toes 1 lap
diet: on point until 10:30 craved sweets(no flax :<)

[angeleye]

mood:GEEKED(my favorite day/body part of the week!)
diet: on point(missed last meal - woke up late)
w/o:back
cleans: 3x8@30
uprights:3x8@30
seated row:10@60,8@70, 6@70,15@60
lat pu/dwn:10@60,8@70, 6@70,15@60
dls(db): 10@40,8@50, 6@50,15@40

[WannaBeModel]

About time...shoot.

:D

Glad to see you back! Keep that diet up, it's looking killer! You're going to look amazing! What's the current countdown?

[angeleye]

4.4
mood: hyper(back to work)
diet: excellent - no excuses today
w/o:arms
bi's
stnd db curls 10/8/6/15@20wu/25
rev curls: 1x8@30
bb curls:3x16@30
tri's
clse grip press4x16@30
skcrs: 4x16@30
bench dips:4X15

4.5 tuesday
mood:blah, blah, blah
diet: excellent
w/o: posing/routine 2hrs.(whew! - This hurts this am :>)

Found a thread in sub: calves in "Topic of the week" I cant wait to try - it came to me after listening to J. N. Im excited about the progress I saw in the mirror last night. Just 24 hours after freakin out about the "POUND". Mental note: pay better attention to detail in documenting and reading so that I can be prepared for mood transitions and the foods that may also be sparking them. Cant wait for 2 night CHEST. I also think that finally stopping the procrastination on the routine last night, helped me realize I CAN DO THIS!

[MsJewels]

Just catching up on your journal! I LOVE how you write your mood in - That's a good idea. I think I'm going to start that in mine. Here's hoping for more hyper days!!! :)

How did your leg days go? Back is your fav day? I find that one tricky to isolate properly - but like it too. It takes concentration for me. I love bicep days (even though I still don't have any! lol!)

[angeleye]

4.7 thurs
My post today is going to look like a novel ;>
Leg day was soooo much better. Im truly falling into line with this being a 60/40 mental/physical lifestyle. I actually repeated to myself all the things I fear most about my legs and the work its going to take to achieve excellence with each set. By my 3 part I was blazing and ready to do what ever it was going to take. I also didnt mouth off(I do that often)
changed w/o schedule to accomodate training parts 2x a wk(legs/calves)

4.6 wed chest/calves(trying something new!)

mood:want it done so I could go to bed
w/o: de hamr prs:10@45 8@70 6@70 15@45
hamr prs:10@35 8@45 6@45 15@35
in db prs:10@20 8@25 6@25 15@20
flyes:10@20 8@25 6@20 failure
push ups:5x20(sad I know...)
std calf raise: 10/8/6/ @135 15@90 (trying something new!)

practice routine: 30 minutes(changed song again-why I dont know)

diet: day 4(carb heaven)
Total: 1615
Fat: 26 234 15%
Sat: 9 79 5%
Poly: 3 27 2%
Mono: 11 99 6%
Carbs: 224 858 56%
Fiber: 10 0 0%
Protein: 113 451 29%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

After consuming all the carbs yesterday, today just seems more balanced. I lost my last meal due to getting home from the gym so late. Why it was so crowded is a mystery to me. It was almost 80 here yesterday. Im assuming that it hit alot of people hard knowing that in a few short days they will be exposing that which they have been hiding and are trying to step the game up. The sad part is, now instead of enjoying the environment during summer like US NUTS, they will be in the gym! Ha ha(cocky attitude=someone who hasnt procrastinated in, oh, the last 24 hours :>)

[WannaBeModel]

I also didnt mouth off(I do that often)

That's why he is always kicking your butt!


changed w/o schedule to accomodate training parts 2x a wk(legs/calves)

So everything twice a week? How do you think it's going to help? Or rather, how does crazed sculptor think it's going to work?


diet: day 4(carb heaven)
Total: 1615
Fat: 26 234 15%
Sat: 9 79 5%
Poly: 3 27 2%
Mono: 11 99 6%
Carbs: 224 858 56%
Fiber: 10 0 0%
Protein: 113 451 29%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%


I'll be there soon enough! I can eat ALL THE CARBS I WANT TOMORROW! Don't you love those days? I didn't post it last Saturday, but I ate 3 cups of oats in one sitting. LOL That only low carb crap was killing me! You feeling good now, huh?!

[angeleye]

no just legs 2x a week and of course at lower intensity:>

[WannaBeModel]

no just legs 2x a week and of course at lower intensity:>

Just curious as why...is it so that they can lean out more? Or grow more?

[angeleye]

my understanding is that I will not even be able to add any meaningful mass at this point, this close to the date. Leaning out is the key, and my severe paranoia. Im too try for 2 weeks, if there is too much strain, Ill replug.

[angeleye]

4.8 thur.
mood:lazy
w/o:nothing I really dont know what my body had going on. The mental was not there after the 1st 2 loads of laundy I did with my work heels still on. the calf workout is still showing itself approved. I LOVE IT! Please, please, please read the thread I mentioned. My coworker - a cyclist absolutely is raving to everyone about it this am!
diet:day 1
no cod or chix = sub w/tuna. Calories extremely low.
Total: 943
Fat: 29 264 30%
Sat: 4 35 4%
Poly: 10 93 10%
Mono: 13 115 13%
Carbs: 25 80 9%
Fiber: 5 0 0%
Protein: 135 540 61

[WannaBeModel]

diet:day 1
no cod or chix = sub w/tuna. Calories extremely low.
Total: 943
Fat: 29 264 30%
Sat: 4 35 4%
Poly: 10 93 10%
Mono: 13 115 13%
Carbs: 25 80 9%
Fiber: 5 0 0%
Protein: 135 540 61

Dang girl. He's putting it on you! I bet you are going to be so lean and cut for competition!

[angeleye]

A wonderful weekend! All is well and on point as possible. Outside of feeling like Im waiting for xmas. Unfortunately, off Saturday, DAPCEP for Ty. Excited about the results of the new tweaking.
Trial day on the new suit Sunday. I wore the tiny thing to the Pool at the gym. Outside of the initial fear(took me 10 min to leave the locker room) I did pretty well :> T says initial emphasis this week: glutes.(At the begining of each week we look at failures last week, and goals for the upcomming week.)
I notice that some groups slip by us. We say "skip it now well come back" and it usually gets forgotten.

Is there any new ways to mask tuna into something more fruitty smelling?:>(im bad lunch company!)

diet: day 1
Total: 1334
Fat: 51 459 36%
Sat: 7 65 5%
Poly: 14 124 10%
Mono: 26 235 18%
Carbs: 18 63 5%
Fiber: 2 0 0%
Protein: 187 748 59%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

[WannaBeModel]

Excited about the results of the new tweaking.
Trial day on the new suit Sunday. I wore the tiny thing to the Pool at the gym. Outside of the initial fear(took me 10 min to leave the locker room) I did pretty well :>

CONGRATS ON THE RESULTS!!!

Too funny! I have this huge, stupid grin on my face for that. I can imagine you, hiding in the lockerroom. LOL

Oh boy...when I get to your point I don't know what I will do. Probably wear sweats and a huge t shirt to cover everything up until I can get into the group fitness studio.

[angeleye]

Important questions for the gurus"
What can be substituted for grapefruit - causing a horrible rash in my mouth!

Is there any suggestions for cloaking the taste of flax oil, the after taste last forever?

Get a clue Am...Im sick of eating(sad but true) some days Im forcing the food down, if its taking me 30 min to complete a meal, is that hindering my metab.?

[WannaBeModel]

So...what are the songs?

I love Janet, too. That's the music I used to do HIIT. It works VERY well for me. :) Her music is so full of energy! That first real song on her All for You album. "Oooooh..you ain't ready! Ooooh..take ya time!" LOL I would be so pumped!

[Sunshineslynn]

Important questions for the gurus"
What can be substituted for grapefruit - causing a horrible rash in my mouth!

Is there any suggestions for cloaking the taste of flax oil, the after taste last forever?

Get a clue Am...Im sick of eating(sad but true) some days Im forcing the food down, if its taking me 30 min to complete a meal, is that hindering my metab.?


You will make it your almost there. I am going through the same thing. Remember its just right around the corner. It is all a mind game and sometimes you will feel like your crazy for doing this but it takes the few elite to do this. Not everyone can do the diet and workout only the ones who want it and want to win it. Just think your competitors are doing the same or maybe slipping some on diet and if your on all the time you know how good you will look. I always think about the other girls and how bad they want it so that makes me want it even more. I am very competitive when it comes down to it. This is the hardest part right now until show time, just know that I am here cheering you on. you will be the greatest.....


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[angeleye]

Wow, what a day! 1st and more importantly - God is Soooooooo Good 2 me!(and probably u as well :>)
That was for no other reason than Monday was just that perfect peace that is so necessary from one hectic time to another! Everything went as planned.(whew, this doesnt happen to often!)
mood: relaxed and calm after morn anxiety
diet: d1
W/0: mon ARMS
all pyrimid 10-8-6-5
bb curl:40
db in curl: 20/15
rev curl: 1x16@8

tri prs:20
tri o.h. prs:20
dips: machine 67/89 lbs free 1x16

p-flex had an extended ab session
total ab time: 30min (ob, rev curl, bikes, lifts)

no time for legs, ty went swimming, salon open all night :<

diet:d2 (Big Eatin')FORCE FEED MODE
Total: 1867
Fat: 66 594 33%
Sat: 16 144 8%
Poly: 17 153 9%
Mono: 25 223 13%
Carbs: 32 104 6%
Fiber: 6 0 0%
Protein: 270 1078 61%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

[angeleye]

4.13 Wed
When will the grow, they just dont know, Im waiting ya know!

Woke up with my throat swollen shut. It was scratchy yesterday, but I was still blaming it on my swim on Sunday. Oh well, Its time for home remedies. I havent been sick in over a year and dont plan on it now."Hmmm, wonder does it have anything to do with blowing my vitamins off from time to time." I know better, its just that after eating a chicken, its sometimes hard to swallow 20 pills.:>

Yoga last night. Im really appreciating it. Although, I know its still work, its the most soothing work to be done. I feel rejuvenated for the rest of the week, let alone perfectly stretched out. Ive been taking it really slow, but mostly Id like to master a few of the poses for my routine. I think they do a excellent job at display.

mood:ready to cleanse out.
diet: d2 - missed a meal again. Wed I will start eating earlier and less time in between meals.

Total: 1727
Fat: 60 539 33%
Sat: 12 107 6%
Poly: 17 156 9%
Mono: 24 220 13%
Carbs: 28 91 5%
Fiber: 6 0 0%
Protein: 255 1022 62%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

[Sunshineslynn]

They will grow as long as your not overtraining and lifting as heavy as possible. How much are you lifting on legs? Please remind me I seem to forget.

Ooo I love yoga. I am taking it back up recently to relax from lifes pressures.
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[angeleye]

Legs usually get machines: min 135 - max 190, squat 100,work w/db 25's(gotta get those straps, I want more, my wrists say "OK but Im going to snap!" 12 total sets. Legs days are followed by our cardio/kwando version of kickboxing.(krazy kicks!)

Eating to perfection yesterday. NO errors, says alot for me!
Because I feel like a truck ran over my sinuses - K.I.S.S.
mood: start of a cold :< (no alka seltzer plus - sucks!)
diet: d3
w/o: CHEST
INCL PRS:10/8/6/15@90
DEC PRS: 10@110 8@120 6@130 15@90
PRS: 10/8/9/15@50

2day - thurs
HELP - what can I use on my shoulders, I feel every rotation in muscle during lifing on right side, usually ending in a burn :>
w/o: shl/abs & posing
diet: day 4(carb heaven)
Total: 1615
Fat: 26 234 15%
Sat: 9 79 5%
Poly: 3 27 2%
Mono: 11 99 6%
Carbs: 224 858 56%
Fiber: 10 0 0%
Protein: 113 451 29%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

[WannaBeModel]

Straps! Straps! Straps! Straps! Straps! Straps!

[Sunshineslynn]

great workout. We are almost there to show time.......


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[sillyvent]

Damn I am so slow....you are doing a show yea!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't wait! :)

[angeleye]

The deadline for your goal is 32 days (4 weeks, 4 days) away.
Pretty un-nerving! But all I know is I want it. BAD. Over the weekend my cold continue to grow stronger in chest congestion and further more accompanied by an allergic reaction to grapefruit leaving me under nutrients on sat, sun, and mon. The reaction came in the form of canker sores inside my mouth. Over 15 of them. Even water fells like glass cutting my gums. I finally figure if I didnt take anything for the pain and eat I was going to pass out. ( My dumb butt continued to workout on Sun and Mon.) Im feeling much better today, but the Motrin may still be working. I have to eat every meal today just to regain some energy. Im going to completely rest today from rountine and posing and double up time on Thursday.

Drastic reality hits: No change from last months photos :>
questions: do condiments such as ff mayo, molly mc butter neg. effect diet?
what should my coffee intake be limited to?
where should my water intake be 5 weeks out?
is lack of sleep playing a tremendous part in stagnation?
and if you cant tell these are my weak areas, outside of forgetting schedule on supps.(using my phone alarm now for that :>)

4.17 sun back/p-flex
4.18 mon arms/abs 30m step 30m p/flex(upper body portion of class only)
mood: feelin strong (sucked on rice for carb day)
alt curls, icl drag curls 10/8/6/5 @ 20&25
bb curls: 10/8/6/5 45&50
tri press:10/8/6/5 35&40
sckcrh:10/8/6/5 35&40
standing ov.hd 10/8/6/5 20
dips: 1/16
weighted crunch 10/8/6/5 35
rvs crnch/reg crnch:200
various alt ob/leg lifts: 2 min

[WannaBeModel]

The deadline for your goal is 32 days (4 weeks, 4 days) away.
Pretty un-nerving! But all I know is I want it. BAD. Over the weekend my cold continue to grow stronger in chest congestion and further more accompanied by an allergic reaction to grapefruit leaving me under nutrients on sat, sun, and mon. The reaction came in the form of canker sores inside my mouth. Over 15 of them. Even water fells like glass cutting my gums. I finally figure if I didnt take anything for the pain and eat I was going to pass out. ( My dumb butt continued to workout on Sun and Mon.) Im feeling much better today, but the Motrin may still be working. I have to eat every meal today just to regain some energy. Im going to completely rest today from rountine and posing and double up time on Thursday.


questions: is lack of sleep playing a tremendous part in stagnation?



Sis-

You gotta feel better...the show is so soon. You can't still be so sick and trying to do a show! How are the sores today? THANK YOU for resting today. You need it.

Eh hem...lack of sleep is a HUGE problem, miss. You are not working out today, get some sleep! Bust your butt to get everything done and TRY to get 7 hours, at least.

[Sunshineslynn]

No mayo. Mustard is fine. No dairy products or bread products at all now. Cardio should be 3-4 sessions a week. Protien should be high and add more veggies too. brown rice or yams or oats are okay. Since upping protien take in more water and add a potassuim and calcuim supplement.

workout seems good. Are you tanning now?


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[Sunshineslynn]

Oh and try to get better. If you are around anyone that has a cold stay away. YOu can not afford to be ill. Take in extra vitamen c. Take the rest to see if you can kick this thing.


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[angeleye]

I really want to start, but Im unclear of how to get started - thank you for asking, I keep forgetting to ask for help. When I did a test on my feet I was surprised it took 4 coats just to get a shade browner. A bigger surprise - I didnt think it would go away with one shower - boy am I lost???????

[Sunshineslynn]

Okay I am sending you a pm. since there is alot of prep.

[angeleye]

WannaBe - get the shoulder ready.

[Logue]

Oh my goodness, girl, you look great! How far is your show now? And you're doing bodybuilding??? I think you really look great....keep up the good work!

[WannaBeModel]

Oh my goodness, girl, you look great! How far is your show now? And you're doing bodybuilding??? I think you really look great....keep up the good work!

Agreed. This girl's eyes must be crossed or something. Amber, are you legally blind? Just kidding! :D You must not be seeing what we see.

Logue - she is a mom of 2!!! I am so green right now. This girl amazes me sometimes.

[angeleye]

32 quick days (5 weeks) Bodybuilding is my mission :>

[Sunshineslynn]

YOU LOOK WONDERFUL GIRL. Dont be so hard on yourself. Your like me I dont see what others see, so that is why it is so important to get pics and let others see. For some reason I always think my arms are right and so on then all the ladies here say different. So dont worry you are going to be great. Make sure you are practicing posing alot so you can nail it on stage.

Have you picked your music yet?

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[angeleye]

Im so lame. You would never know I have a dance history. It seems the perfectionist in me is bringing out the procrastinator. Ive said Ive made my final choice so here it is: janet jacksons Come on get up! (shut up kris :<)

[WannaBeModel]

Ive said Ive made my final choice so here it is: janet jacksons Come on get up! (shut up kris :<)

*Shaking my head* :D

How did I know that was going to happen? When I saw that she posed the question I was curious to see your answer. You are a mess! :)

NOTE TO ALL: Don't believe her on the "final" choice. I bet anyone in here that Amber will change her music again.

You know I love you, right?! :D

[angeleye]

I had to. I went to the Fame site and it is overwhelming. I mean props, costumes, all that - in bb. I wasnt expecting it. They want you to have as much fun as professionally possible. I couldnt think of anything more playful than her!

[sillyvent]

Janet Jackson huh.....well the girl can sing a bit! ;) haha Looking hot momma!!!! 5 weeks is just about the time I start freaking out....good to see you aren't a crazy stress bug like me! If you used to dance your routine should be cake, a lot of female bbers make their routines almost dance like....it's fun to dance and holds more interest! I hate when ppl do really slow weird songs....or when guys do like backstreet boys songs...I swear I have seen it!!! haha Anyways, getting off the subject but you look HOT! Your man must have to hold the men back! ;)
Lots of Love
Dawn

[angeleye]

Life is nice today! Even though I woke up the 2nd time, when Im usually pulling out of my drive way. I still made it in on time. Needless to say being late is usually early for me - so my commitment to myself to change this year is still a plan at work.
My only/baby brother became a dad last night - again priorities shot - spent time staring into "Amaya's" soon to be open eyes :> And buying the kids shoes(at 8 and 9, a once a month event) down side to this: I didnt pick my suit up. Rod Parsley is coming this evening, and its Chest day(assisted), so I dont think Ill be able to get it tonight either. Okay, I can wait until tomorrow, but the suspense is killing me to see how it fits.


Mood - Auntie again - couldnt be better
diet:d1 all was well(last meal sub - whites for lobster)
w/0: ran my mouth alot

[Sunshineslynn]

Congrats on the new niece......They are so wonderful.

Dont worry the suit should be looking hot on ya. Oh and have a great chest day....

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[WannaBeModel]

Congratulations on the niece!!!! Babies are sweet.

By the way, great workout yesterday. ;)

[StlBarbie]

Congrats on the new baby in the family!! I think they are even cuter when they belong to someone else!! lol :D

[angeleye]

Thursday - Definitely about me :<
Mood - 1 step away from frantic but functioning!
Diet:d3 -
w/0- rest day
My daugthers life is taking over!! Its okay, I guess, she's kinda cute! Started day by leaving work early to pick up THE SUIT THAT DID NOT FIT! Oh well, plan b. Im not sweating this:<
Next topic - Gordons, to pick of "gallons o' egg whites (forgot regular eggs), then home and locked in the house for prep of "Tylers Drama" Phase I..........Final Stage of Science/Engineering project due Sat, Speech to the Board of Education on Sat, Girl Scout out of town Sleep over this evening, and homework due today and tomorrow. (did I mention She knew about this stuff all week, and naturall everything the Diva wanted to wear was in the DIRTY laundry.) Yes, she's my Girl Power Monster - and yes I created this, so now I suffer. Listen, just say NO! to procrastination, obviously you can become co-dependent!!!!!
Cant wait to Smash and Burn tonight - WOW the excitement on Friday's have changed since college! Legs, legs, legs. Im committing to:
over-head lunges
quad-ham lifts
atg squats
press(low-close, high-far)
calf raises: Min lift=body weight
stand c/r: Min lift=150%/bw

[Rebekah]

Congradulations on the baby! I love the name Amaya, it is so pretty.

[Sunshineslynn]

Is your daughter a teen??? or soon to be??

Good plan on the wo. Dont sweat the suit. Is it to big or small? I may be able to offer some advise.


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[angeleye]

"Truth Hurts" - Let me tell ya about my weekend!
So for me measurements SUCK! Body Fat ABSOLUTELY THE SAME. UP one pound.(I know my cycle cant be doing this much damage!) So did I make good with this - off course not. First of all, all the Bulemic tendencies I thought I had learned to deny, resurfaced. I went to the show and ate - yes Popcorn. 1/2 a bag. DONT EVEN TYPE IT - I ALREADY KNOW. This isnt the spirit of a champion - more like a quitter. Im going to make this long SAD A** STORY SHORT and say, Im so mad at myself and numbers, its time for revenge.
I litterally have told my family(not kids :>) They wont see or hear from me until May 22. I have to focus and on this last stage of this diet Im on, I got enough problems! I honestly Im not strong as I used to be in my social circles, which usually are surrounded by lots of wonderful foods(lots of cooks) also, my patience have never been this short(sidebar: nor my senses so in tune - between my food appetite and "other" appetite I dont know which one has me more cranky, I cant get to either quick enough :>
So on to the solutions????????????? Outside of the attitude adjustment - SOMEONE PLEASE TELL ME, why no changes?????? Never mind, why dont I take a week and do all the things Ive already been told, and see!

mood: confused as *$#%
diet: d1
w/o: bi's tri's abs
cardio: no
posing: 45 min

[Sunshineslynn]

You do have to cut friends and family out these last few weeks. I know I do. My friends know when its competition time they do not hear from me until its over. I can not be around the temptations of good food and spirits or I will cave. They should understand. Yes you will be cranky I know I am. Hubby knows not to even question anything atm or off with his head.

You can do it I know in my hearts of hearts you can. That one pound could be water usually on monday that happens wait till wed or thrus to weigh and measure again. Remember me stating in my journal (just a couple of weeks ago) about how I was upset because I was up and measurements weren't moving. Then I redid everything on Wed and I actually lost. So don't frett stress makes it worse. I am sure you are okay and probably actually down once you get the water off.

Remember you are a strong beautiful woman and CAN DO THIS and WILL DO THIS. :)


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[angeleye]

After reading and "comprending" this - how can I not press on! :>

[sillyvent]

Weight, bf, ratios??? cals??? I'll try and help you to the best of my abilities. It's okay to question yourself at times....remember WE ARE AN ELITE!!! The last month can sometimes be totally rough b/c it's crunch time no cheating....noticed you didn't do cardio your last workout. How much cardio are you doing currently?

Let me tell you- sunday I found out I had bounced not one but a few checks- first time ever! I cried to my boyfriend literally for hours b/c I know it's my lifestlye....I can barely afford it!!! I mean after awhile he was like why are you still crying....then I just was like you know why. Lack of carbs for a long period of time, training my body HARD.... I haven't seen many of my friends in a long time- they wonder if I am alive- it's just easier to be away from the negative things while this close....don't be sad! We are here to support you girl! Keep on keepin on...

[Sunshineslynn]

GOOOD MORNING!!!!!!!!!!!

Hope your having a better day. Just know I am here for ya chickie.


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[angeleye]

Got to start detailing diet. Calories are so low now I have to be sure not to skip or blow off meals. Documentation helps me to keep honest ;>

Yesterday eats :> EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN - Total: 1011
Fat: 46 413 42%
Sat: 6 56 6%
Poly: 24 213 22%
Mono: 11 102 10%
Carbs: 9 27 3%
Fiber: 2 0 0%
Protein: 133 531 54%
Alcohol: 1 7 1%

Great day at the gym! Didnt get abs.
Some how Lunges snuck in. 1 full lap around track no weighted(as strides)
Bi curls:10/8/6/15 - 40/50
bb curls:10/8/6/15 - 20
incl. lying curls: 10/8/6/15 - 20
tri prs: 8@30x4
sckcrhrs: 8@30x4
dips: 24
tri seated prs: 10/8/6/15 - 60/75/90/75

Talked to Jason - consultant - asked if I would do him a favor "stay away from the *%$#@ Omron test" :> Better believe that made me shut up! He feels from looking at me the machine has to be flawed. As gross as this triple line vein is in my neck, Im hoping things "are a changin"! Ok, just kidding. Im shutting up, and lifting something heavy, car, computer, human being, whatever, everytime a doubtful thought slips in!

Ended up at with the baby last night. Got home very late. She is beautiful and my brother is extremely proud. Needless to say didnt pose this am but going in this evening. Lots of compliements yesterday from the fellow "Rats"! Its a great thing considering the start of yesterday.

Mood: am-bright and brilliant
w/o: posing/yoga if time
tuesday: Day 2
Total: 1300
Fat: 30 270 22%
Sat: 8 71 6%
Poly: 6 51 4%
Mono: 10 94 8%
Carbs: 68 225 18%
Fiber: 12 0 0%
Protein: 182 727 59%
Alcohol: 1 7 1%

[sillyvent]

wow how much do you weigh??? your cals are way low girl!

[angeleye]

4.27 Happy Wednesday!

Only Yoga yesterday.
Hi SV - Im 132-134. I was leary as well, novice and all. But as always, I bite the bullet and trust the Guru - who's theme song is "u must trust me!" His therory. Less cardio - more time AWAY from Gym. Get in/hit it hard/get out kinda guy. Bottom line - adjustment is a BEAST. Im super hungry!

Middle of the week state of mind re-build :> What a great day for a workout. 4:30 posing and worked on routine. Aaron decided last night that the smell of the ommelette was much more intriguing than the site of it pre-cooked. And actually shared mine with me last night. So this morning I left one waiting for him :> 2nd grade will be up'd a notch with all that protein! Did I mention my 7.75 yr old is 4'10, 100ish#, and solid muscle. I didnt get those genetic wonders :< But Im WORKING at it. Looking foward to todays workout. Adding shoulders to chest. Excited about what changes the rotation will bring. Shaking legs up has had incredible results. The most obvious, the hardness. They have been bricks since Monday night.

mood: even tempered/am
DAY 3 -Total: 896
Fat: 26 235 28%
Sat: 4 37 4%
Poly: 12 112 13%
Mono: 6 54 6%
Carbs: 43 138 16%
Fiber: 8 0 0%
Protein: 118 473 55%
Alcohol: 1 7 1%
w/o: chest/shoulders
cardio: kwando

[WannaBeModel]

4.27 Happy Wednesday!



Did I mention my 7.75 yr old is 4'10, 100ish#, and solid muscle. Shaking legs up has had incredible results. The most obvious, the hardness. They have been bricks since Monday night.

mood: even tempered/am
DAY 3 -Total: 896

w/o: chest/shoulders
cardio: kwando

I am officially jealous of A. Where did those genetics come from and can I borrow them for a few months? Just to get my body where it is supposed to be? :D

So, the legs are coming along? Good stuff! 3.5 weeks out, girly! You're going to hear my cheering for you in Houston that day. Make sure you tell me the time, also.

Look at those calories. How the heck are you working out on that? You're my hero! You're one strong chick, physically and mentally!

[angeleye]

um - well see tonight. I feel like I need an edge tonight, primarily because its such a long day. Im wondering should I switch my chix salad meal to right before going, I usually just have 4oz pro/.25 grapefruit. Or do I just Redline if Im feeling exhausted and keep meals the same?

[WannaBeModel]

um - well see tonight. I feel like I need an edge tonight, primarily because its such a long day. Im wondering should I switch my chix salad meal to right before going, I usually just have 4oz pro/.25 grapefruit. Or do I just Redline if Im feeling exhausted and keep meals the same?

What were you planning to have preworkout? The Redline should give you a good bit of energy, right?

[sillyvent]

AE-I'm tryin not to freak out about how low your calories are.....but omg! That's all I am saying.....and umm why am I jealous that a 7 year old is bigger than me- and almost taller!? haha :D

[angeleye]

Really felt the pain in Kwando, no momentum at usually 1/2 way point, couldnt get kicks up as high (payback from mondays lunges). Everything was extrememly tough to do! So its safe to say things are alot different in this cal/carb state. Not doing well getting to my pre & post w/o meal? Wondering what the time span should be prior and after?
Note: missed glutamine 2 days in a row - soreness last night was unbearable!

chest/no time 4 shoulders :<
db inc press:10/8/6/15 25-20
decl press: 10/8/6/15 45-65
pec flye:10/8/6/15 30-45-60

Cut myself across the wrist during meal prep last night- GROSS - I could literally see the vein I cut across/also never seen the white tissue b4 :< - Im such a baby, I start to pass out but am caught by my husband. This from someone who wanted to be a doctor! All that to say that I thoght I was going to be in emergency but the bleeding lightened up. Its still thobbing somewhat.

mood: slow motion
DAY 4 -Total: 896
w/o: glutes/abs/shoulders
cardio: none
posing/routine

[kvh4fan]

I'm not an expert but low calories = body goes into starvation mode = you will hit a plateau. Fueling your body with more food with help you to lose fat and gain muscle. Just a suggestion!

[sillyvent]

K- bump! you are right. when you go into starvation mode your muscles turn into fat; hence doing the opposite of the specific goals.

[WannaBeModel]

Wow...those are really low calories. Two days in a row, too? And workouts on those days? How in the world do you do legs with that? Do you think that the low cals and lack of carbs is causing you to function inadequately and MAYBE that's how you got cut last night? Be careful...I don't want to see you get hurt! :(

I have my preworkout meal ~1.5 to an 1 hr before my workout and my post workout meal directly after, which is never more than 15 minutes later.

If you start feeling to light and weak, eat a piece of fruit at least. You need it right now, so it seems...

[angeleye]

I feel the same about the counts and this may be hard to believe, but this diet comes from my nutritionist/consultant. The only reason I do trust him is "he is the MAN" in the Metro area. Its like a honor to have him consult with you. Not to mention his been in the industry over 30 years. I expressed the same opinion, and he said my body needs transition time. He cancelled our appt. yesterday, but I will be talking to him again soon, to give him the details of my progress. Honestly, I tried to quit my cup of coffee but that isnt getting ready to happen. I need every extra source of energy.

[Hollyday]

I seem to battle with calories as well. Sometimes I worry I'm getting too little, but I'm totally eating, and not full. To get more I would have to force myself to eat.

Although the natural peanut butter is good for you and it's a little higher in calories than other food options. Adding a tablespoon every once in awhile might help.

[angeleye]

3 weeks to walking into my Dream! So official and far more real than when I started this journey. I knew at this point I would be more detailed in journaling - I anticipated this being the most indepth part of my journey . Re-posting my pix also gives me the opportunity to do a side by side because according to the masters all the work starts to progress now. I want to intensely follow my mood, diet(times, workout, and checklist(prep for comp day)
Worked with choreographer(Nicole) yesterday. All I can say is "Its HOT" It moves pretty fast but the tempo changes here and there to give me a rest inbetween. Im going to be doing more in 90 secs than I could ever imagine.

WHOA, look at me! I tanned on lunch 1st time ever in a bed:> After the 30 million questions I asked, I felt silly when it was over before I got that nap in.

Competion consultation today. Hope he likes what I like on this frame, if not, all hell to pay for the next 19 days to go, what the heck do I mean, I got a feeling thats coming anyway. More pix tonight. Hopefully all is well - but the bottom line (my crew's motto: IIWII IT IS WHAT IT IS - Now do something!)

mood: ready
Over the weekend there were some downfalls. Im attributing to my laziness. Not being prepared for meals will cost me If I dont get it together. Sat and Sun fall apart because its loose and free time for me. I have to incorporate some degree of my work schedule discipline - or suffer the consequences.
Although I stayed on point, I ate a handful of popcorn(again!) when we were at a graduation reception on Saturday. It was that or crackers and cheese. Also waking later and pushing the meals back gets messy for me.

diet: day 1
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
(7-keto/30m prior), amminos, ultra-40, lean out
m2: 3 oz salmon
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce, 1tbs olive oil, 1tbs a.c. vinegar 32 0z h20
m4: pre work out - 4oz tuna, ..25 c grapefruit 32 0z h20
post work out - 2oz tuna, .25 c grapefruit
m5: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 5 c grapefruit
32 0z h20
crave kill all day: 32 oz crystal lite, extra gum(thank God 4 u!)

w/o: biceps/triceps, posing 45min, rountine 45min

[WannaBeModel]

Your progress is VERY obvious. I can't wait to see tonight's photos! You're looking good. And you made a good choice about the popcorn...much better than cheese and crakers. Less than 3 weeks out. In the words of Cam'ron, "Get 'em girl!"

[wannaturnheads]

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diet: day 1
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
(7-keto/30m prior), amminos, ultra-40, lean out
m2: 3 oz salmon
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce, 1tbs olive oil, 1tbs a.c. vinegar 32 0z h20
m4: pre work out - 4oz tuna, ..25 c grapefruit 32 0z h20
post work out - 2oz tuna, .25 c grapefruit
m5: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 5 c grapefruit
32 0z h20
crave kill all day: 32 oz crystal lite, extra gum(thank God 4 u!)

w/o: biceps/triceps, posing 45min, rountine 45min

You look f-ing outstanding!! Congrats to you!! I'm so jealous. I am wondering though, what are your total cals on your day 1 above?

[angeleye]

Cals for day 1 of my 4 day rotation are under 950.
day 2 1385
day 3 918
day 4 1321 hi carb=35%
not alot, huh?

[wannaturnheads]

Cals for day 1 of my 4 day rotation are under 950.
day 2 1385
day 3 918
day 4 1321 hi carb=35%
not alot, huh?

Hi there. No, it's not a lot of anything, but I just posted a diet in the "Nutrition" section that's a carb cycle and I was worried about total cals too, but my trainer states this has worked for several women for shows. You're definitely proof (pics) that you can keep that muscle while cutting the cals/fat. Outstanding! May I ask how tall you are?
Thanks again and you truly do look great!!

[angeleye]

forgive my rudeness. I guess Im really not used to getting or receiving genuine compliments so I have the tendency to forget to say "THANK YOU" Kindness is awesome. Im 5'5, currently 130. Ive come along way from 167. But in no way pro form(destination & unstoppable!) Can you believe I got back into the game because my ex-quack doctor said the reason for my grueling/crippling back pain was due to me being so far away from my BMI - she ended up being way off track but she did re-direct me towards my destiny :>

[wannaturnheads]

forgive my rudeness. I guess Im really not used to getting or receiving genuine compliments so I have the tendency to forget to say "THANK YOU" Kindness is awesome. Im 5'5, currently 130. Ive come along way from 167. But in no way pro form(destination & unstoppable!) Can you believe I got back into the game because my ex-quack doctor said the reason for my grueling/crippling back pain was due to me being so far away from my BMI - she ended up being way off track but she did re-direct me towards my destiny :>

Well, you deserve a billion compliments coming from that to where you are now. Our stats are similar. That is just amazing to me. I'm so motivated by anyone that's made that sort of a change. It is hell on earth for me to drop 5-10 lbs. anymore so I am truly astounded by anyone that could lose 37 and in a healthy, body re-sculpting manner. Best of luck to you. I'm sure that now you've seen exactly what you can do it will only further your drive. One more question, if you don't mind...do you continue lifting on the days that your diet is lower cal/carb?

[angeleye]

Yes, no matter what. So the truth - somedays its like pulling teeth(by hand) but If Im forced to make sense of this. The proof is in the cycle but most definetly the Supps. They have to be sustaining me. I dont even give the dibs on all of my cardio (my addicted and wont get therapy) Its like once my over drive kicks in, I feed on it like a high or something - okay I digress.....anywho, its the initial hump getting in the door of the gym thats the obstacle:>

[sillyvent]

God....if I Could Only Be That Hot When I Grow Up!!!!! Drop It Like It's Hot Momma!!!!! ;) Keep It Up!

[angeleye]

SV - WHATEVER - I cried endless nights at your age, and suffered with bulemia at all cost, to be like you at your age. You and Kris are my HEROS!

[sillyvent]

I am sorry to hear that....but now you are doing awesome and you over came...you are MY hero girl! You are by far stronger than I.

[WannaBeModel]

SV - WHATEVER - I cried endless nights at your age, and suffered with bulemia at all cost, to be like you at your age. You and Kris are my HEROS!

:rolleyes: Girl, please! You are the truth. You are doing things now that people at 18 would never have dreamed of doing. You are an amazing woman...even with a ton of stress on your shoulders, you are shining and beating the odds. You are kicking some serious azz, don't downplay it! Live it up, woman! :D

[StlBarbie]

You look great!!!! Awesome job!!! :)

[angeleye]

Todays entry wont be easy reading, its strictly 4 me. A reminder of the consiquences of procrastination, and 1/2 azz discipline:<

Im a big girl, 1st of all!.............besides I dont have anymore tears left sooooooo, Last night I go to see my consultant, he looks me dead in the eye and says "your not ready", I proceed to cradle my self in suit, as directed, and further take a face crashing, " your lower back, glutes upper quads full of fat storage, I dont want you to do the show." He was humane enough for me to ask me "what in the world is causing you to NOT be focused on your LIFES DREAM" We end up talking in depth about all the things Ive been suppressing and some hurtful truths came out in relation to my hidden stresses and eating habits, and the possiblity that this sometimes releases a hungry creating hormone, obviously one I didnt have the determination to fight!

Long story short, new date, new diet, new attitude. So through holding back my tears, I give in to his adivice and pick the Fame - Canada show june 10-12, open class.........However, after Talking with T, the fighter in me comes on the scene, the first thing he says, "do you want to give in or fight, its totally up to you?" He truly feels that my cheats were horrible mistakes, but this close, we can fight it to the last sec, and if Im not at peak, Ill have enough time to revamp the plan to go in June with KRAZY confidence.

So whatcha thinkin ladies?????????
new things: no condim. only hot sauce, ms dash, pepper, mustard, 2 pieces of gum max, cardio - 1 hr of walking, rep 15-20 failure, fat burner(recommended Farenheit)

mood: revenge in mind!
diet: day 1 l-4 & 5 meals late, couldnt focus
(7-keto/30m prior), amminos, ultra-40, lean out w/meals
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz salmon,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce, 1tbs olive oil, 1tbs a.c. vinegar 32 0z h20
m4: 5 oz serloin,32 0z h20
m5: .5 c blackeyed peas,32 0z h20
crave kill all day: 2 pieces extra gum max

[sillyvent]

Hey- that's NOT bad. To push back until you are ready...it's smart so you don't end up doing terrible things to your body! You HAVE me on the gum thing.....I chew extra like it's my job...and yes I know there is 1 carb in each piece. It's like a nervous habit instead of biting my nails!! Bet we both could have 8 packs if we didn't chew so much gum! ;) haha All in all I am rootin for you. You are still my HERO! :) I have a question on your water- you only drink 32 oz a day? Anyways, it can take some women years to lower their bodyfat and just moving your show back a little is nothing...we want you happy and confident up on that stage!!! :D

[angeleye]

Im sorry! That does look strange ;> no 32 oz each meal.

[wannaturnheads]

I think you can do it. If nothing else, it's a learning experience. I say go for it!!!!

[WannaBeModel]

I agree with SV, it's not THAT bad to hold off. If anything, you be in even better shape. I agree with T, kick your own a$$ these next few weeks. Push your limits. You are not one to give up, don't start now. If you aren't ready, that's okay. You can do the next show with confidence and the knowledge of how hard you worked and how well you will do!

[angeleye]

tues 5.3
Amazing how a slap to the face will adjust ur attitude. I was so on point yesterday it was scary. From cravings to workout it was 110%. Shook things up a bit. Absence on Mon moved Biceps back. Furthermore time restrics. allowed only 2 excersises and moves Triceps to today. Ill pick up 2 more exercies for biceps on Sat.(clean up day)

mood: vibrant(full makeup face today):>
w/o: biceps - yoga
bb curl 4x20 (50#/10 - 40#/10)
db simultan. curl 2x20@20 2x20@15
yoga: much better balance
diet: day 1
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce, 1tbs olive oil, 1tbs a.c. vinegar 32 0z h20
m4: 5 oz chix, .5 oranges (during w/o)32 0z h20
m5: doesnt count fell asleep with it in my mouth
crave kill : 1 pieces extra gum, crystal lite
all supps taken (exception last meal)

Wed - chest/triceps/shoulders

[WannaBeModel]

Looking good, girl! Keep up the good work! With that kind of attitude, you WILL be ready. Who cares what that stupid consultant thinks?!?! :D

[sillyvent]

"Don't let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of your doing it. The time will pass anyway; we might just as well put that passing time to the best possible use." -- Earl Nightingale

[angeleye]

I cant post! My stupid server is tempermental today.
WB -Its HOTT!
S.V - this is so AWESOME - its a print it will go next to Rachelle Cannon and my other Heros on my fridge. Im making a collage of all the young ladies whose lives Ive interupted and hindered with my woes and silly questions. Its my accountability board - it needs a title?? The objective: To rememer why Im doing this: to help others become responsive, educated, responsible individuals with there health and fitness! We are proof that change is possible, it is far more important than our community outreach has made it.

[wannaturnheads]

"Don't let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of your doing it. The time will pass anyway; we might just as well put that passing time to the best possible use." -- Earl Nightingale

Awesome quote!!!

[angeleye]

I know it doesnt matter BUT.....................scale movement. Exactly 3#'s since Monday. Im thinking H20 because Im much firmer now whereas I was soft to touch on Monday.

Tire showing 2 different rows of treads when I noticed after work on yesterday. Needless to say I was late geting to the gym. T started w/out me and I wasnt doing chest by myself. Did a moderate step class with a break, where we did relay sprints with a partner. It felt like WHOA! I was able to get some shoulders in before the desire to pass out kicked in.

Got a not so nice burn on my upper thigh, tummy, & a little on my back. In a hi/12min, I think Ill just do 10 next time. I put aloe on it for the itchy feeling, now my only question is how do I know when to go back!!!!!!!!!

mood: mellow
w/o: step/HIIT sprints 6(full track)
frtnt latteral raises 4x10 not counting them, I was waiting around for T
??????? - WHATS THE SKINNY ON SHRIMP, The nutrients seem to balance label to label with fish, but are there hidden factors why people dont incorporate them into there diet?(i.e.,prep time, fats %)????
diet: day 2
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce, 1tbs olive oil, 1tbs a.c. vinegar 32 0z h20
m4: 5 oz shrimp, .5 oranges 32 0z h20
m5: 5 oz serloin, 4 egg whites, 25 grn pprs/onions/r.ed pppr mix, 32 0z h20
crave kill : 2 pieces trident gum, crystal lite/dilluted 32oz
all supps take, except flax(forgot)

Thurs - chest/triceps/shoulders, Routine, Posing

[wannaturnheads]

Only thing I've heard about shrimp is that it's great protein, but a little high in sodium. Congrats on the scale movement!!! Awesome. Gonna try to weigh myself tonight...we'll see how that goes. :(

[angeleye]

Its funny, when it doesnt move - I say it doesnt matter anyway, and when It does, Im two faced, I tell everyone, go figure?

[wannaturnheads]

Its funny, when it doesnt move - I say it doesnt matter anyway, and when It does, Im two faced, I tell everyone, go figure?
That's hilarious, I'm the same way! I think there are a lot of people like that. Hey... whatever gets you through and keeps you on track, right? :) I'm sure if I see any movement that I'll be posting first thing when I get here tomorrow.

[WannaBeModel]

Look at that killer cardio! No wonder you are dropping weight...dang girl!!! Congratulations on the weight loss! And you know what to tell that consultant when you see him again...

Shrimp are just tedious little things. You have to devein them and pinch the tails and all of that. For the work you do, the nutrition is not all that great when you can season and throw a chicken breast on a grill.

Take it easy on the tanning bed...I don't want you to get too crispy for your show. Plus, a burn won't be pretty on stage and you are looking too good to have a little flaw like that. ;)

[angeleye]

not an excuse - just a sidebar....Is there anyone else living in a city where EVERY MAJOR FREE/HIGH WAY is in some form of construction. My time limitations from taking double the time to get to the gym is decreasing the amount of work Im able to put in. Tried a different location and thought it was definitely worth the decision. The weights and machines were far more current than my location also its nice seeing new faces some times as well :>
Thursday 5.5
mood:relaxed
w/o: chest - incline press: 4x20@60, decline press: 4x20@60 upright plate turns: 1x20@15 3x20@10
working out kinks - upright rows with plate: 4x20@/35/45
diet:d3
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz shrimp, 1c lettuce, 1tbs olive oil, 1tbs a.c. vinegar 32 0z h20
m4: 5 oz tuna, .5 oranges (pre/post w/o)32 0z h20
m5: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
crave kill : 3 pieces trident gum, crystal lite
all supps taken forgot flax :<

[Sunshineslynn]

Hi chickie-
Its okay to set the show back if you want that should be your decision and no one elses. You are a strong willed woman and look great. Three weeks is still time to make small changes believe I have changed alot in the past 2 weeks. I chew gum like a maniac and I have my six pack. but my water comsumption is very high and I have noooooo cheats. Oh just a suggestions on diet try eating some brocili with a couple of your meals. I have been going through 4lbs of it every 3-4days. It feels you up and helps me deal with the strict diet. Keep up the great work and just know as always your beautiful your strong and you can accomplish anything.


smiles
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[angeleye]

Amazing - today I actually packed brocoli for 2 of my meals - GET OUT OF MY BRAIN! I made it the last time I went to the 'house of sweets' - my parents house, it was the only thing in the house I could heat without thawing out chix. I put garlic, ms dash/tomato,basil, and .5 tsp of molly mc's - microwaved quick enough so that it stayed crunchy. The whole fam put up the mashed potatoes and GOT DOWN! 2 morrow for his birthday party he asked me to make it :>

[vanessa40]

Hi,
I just read though your journal and wow..your pics are awesome..are you sure you have kids...lol..i can't wait for my tummy to look like that..you rock..i chew gum like a crazy person too..check back in with you on Monday..have a great weekend..

Vanessa

[WannaBeModel]

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!!!!!!

:D :D :D :D :D

[Sunshineslynn]

How ya haning in there? Its getting down for us. Just doing a moral check on ya. Boy my brain is on the blitz this week keep getting discouraged and then I feel better and then back again. Are you feeling like that?


smiles
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[angeleye]

Ive been MIA since Friday, because life has felt "hijacked" by the many events, tasks, and errands that will eventually fill the month for me. Although Mother's day and my sister/fathers b-day is on the same day, I did a awesome job turning down all the wonderful tasting garbage I normally consume during this time. I was even more surprised at my drive when my sister bailed and made me make MACARONI AND CHEESE. (Believe me its not the box kind) Needless to say, I did Taste to season(I personally think all great cooks do ;>!, but thats a different brag card!)

Fri 5.6
mood: end of the week relief
diet: day 4 excellent discipline
w/o: Legs
curls:4x10@135,150,175
o.h lunges:???
extensions:4x10@135,150,175,190
press:1x10@190
cardio: kickboxing 55 min(left early for M.D banquet)

Sun 5.8 (slept alittle longer that usual)
mood:excited about the 1st of week)
w/o: usually back but "swaped to shock" - circuit training replaced
cardio: HIIT - 6 sprints full track(will get measurement today)

Mon 5.9
mood: high - weather extremely beautiful AGAIN
w/o: what work out, when you do HIIT SPRINTS BACK TO BACK - there is a chance that you will have a INJURY! My very first down on to the track, I felt a sharp pain that I didnt ever want to revist again. Needless to say I was in and out of the gym in 20min, 5 of those were waiting for the staff to bring ice. Ice/heat/elevate/compress where the instructions that I followed for the rest of the evening and by morning I felt like new. HOWEVER, repair takes longer than 12 hours OBVIOUSLY, because while crawling into my very low Hon. Civic, the pain appears AGAIN! Not a sign all day and then BAAM! But the best part - my dumb bu.. forgot again when I got out the car coming to work this am. OOOOOOOOOKAY! I think Ive learned my lesson 3x - do you think it will take 4! Its weird, the only position its uncomfortable in is getting in and out of the car,and on steep steps. Anyways, Its got until Sat - becasue I got work to do.

Tues. 5.10
mood: ???
diet: d4
w/o: none
steam, sauna, rest. Practiced working posing with T. He looks AWESOME!

[Sunshineslynn]

Yesss please be careful nooo injurys this close. You have to be extra careful. Great resistance on the food. I can never resist mac and cheese esp the homemade kind.....mmmmmmmm....mouth droooling. So food deprived anythng but chick, eggs and tuna please.......


smiles
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[WannaBeModel]

Talk about information overload! How are you feeling so far today? How's the leg doing? Take care of it...we don't need you to be down for longer than necessary. I would tell you to take it easy, but it looks like you are already doing a great job of that. How is the posing progressing?

You know that you MUST fill in the blanks about the meeting with T's friend!!!

[angeleye]

Im a little bit all-over-the-place. The weather leads me to believe I might have that "Seasonal Disorder" crap.(and I never claim ANY sickness) Ive been High as a kite on the days the sun and weather have done "its thing" and when overcast hits, Im so mellow, like a state of senselessness -is this a word??? Im also very short patience, or my age is kicking in, Im aweful "kirt" lately. Even my kids are falling in the path on un-hesitant discipline, not that that there spoiled buns didnt need it. The discouragement is always in the morning for me, my skin is so loose then, but before bed you cant tell me a thing! ;> My abs are as tight and visual as in "wanna be pro" Mostly, I keep playing back those truths from my consultant: If you are sot strong why did you let something as small as a morsel of food ruin your life long hopes and dreams, If you are so strong why did you defeat your SELF. OBVIOUSLY - YOU WANT TO EAT MORE THAN YOU WANT TO FULFILL THIS DREAM. JUST GO EAT A PIZZA AND START FROM SCRATCH"

HOW IN THE @%$* DO YOU FORGET STATEMENTS LIKE THAT! - I dont know why he was so cruel BUT I do know the truth hurts.

[angeleye]

wb - did you get my link? whatcha think about that????
how could I forget - the consultant/possible judge- professional, except late??? He never gave any indicators of how to WIN the contest, but he showed how to be at your BEST. I postioned him after he attempted it first. To give him a feel for what/what not each postion should fell like. Other tips were: Angle poses to face jugdes, i.e side chest is really not a side view at all
relaxed stance is flexed and not relaxed at all
Deeper breathes after pose is set raises the symetry
always always always plant feet first and dig before finishing pose.
All poses include legs no matter what the call is. Pin knees together to enhance quad.
All poses are upright - dont cave in or ball up to show more.
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Most of these were very helpful to him because he doesnt subscribe to bb.com where there are awesome videos that would have helped him

[WannaBeModel]

Grrrrr...so it wasn't what you expected or wanted? Why couldn't he just tell you what you REALLY wanted to know?!?!

About the website...I've seen it before and I am torn between seeing beautiful women disgustingly displaying hard work and great bodies that have obviously had LOTS of gym time. These girls have amazing bodies and the site is inspirational, but come on...why all the seductive poses and raunchy wear? I think that, overall, the site is a great way to show that there are ethnic women in the fitness arena. I don't particularly like the video-girl-appeal, but it is still showcasing another aspect of fitness. Would I ever attempt to get on the site if I ever got into that sort of condition? Of course!

What did you think of it? Would you do it?

[angeleye]

wed 5.11
127.25 lost 1 more #
mood: slugish in the am, ready 2 work in the pm
w/o: chest/tricep
chest - smith decline press:4x15@90 lying flyes: 4x15@15 pec/seated flyes 4x15@45
tri's - tricep kickback:4x15@15 french curl:4x15@35 bb dips:4x15
working out kinks - lat pulldowns: 4x20@/35/45
flexed/posed parts worked inbetween sets: seeing nice groth in tri's :>
quads filling in/more definition than ever! Not to mention obliques exactactly underneath breasts.
I dont know if this is work or the tan! SERIOUSLY- factors to consider:
Consistency in supplements
Increasing water intake
No skipped meals/more on schedule

diet: day 1 (always extra hungry after high carb day the only downfall to the glory of it all)
flax - yeah I remembered, coffee
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c collard greens
m4: 3 oz chix
(during w/o)2 - 32 0z h20 (post w/o I was stomach pain caving hunger and still needed to go to Walmart - purchased/ate a 3 oz Albacore pak
m5: 7 egg whites, .5 green peppers
crave kill : 2 pieces extra gum, crystal lite, all supps taken, out of super pak

[WannaBeModel]

Congrats on the lbs lost!!! I can't believe you are training again, but I guess it's no biggie since it is upper body. No cardio, right? I know that you are SO sad about that! :D

You know you owe us something... ;)

[angeleye]

I know I know - my cousin who is brave enough to take them is on midnights now, I have to wait until the weekend :< NO cardio, is a trip but I am still experiencing some tenderness.....I hope for cardio on Sunday :> I tried to just walk the 2.5 miles requested but with a limp it doesnt seem smart to add to the injury.

[angeleye]

The first friday in a while where my time was not divided up into my childrens activites! Yeah, a chance for me to lug them around to my favorite places. My daughter is always game if shopping bags are included. Im sure my son will also find some dirt to get into, litterally.

??????
Today is "leg" day. )For those of you who have seen the pics. I cant afford to loose any training there.) The stress indicators have worn away for the most part(the pain) but there is evidence that bending it in a certain direction may irritate it again. Ive been very careful not to put it in that position, But, with me not being familliar with all of the quads rotations, how will I know WHAT NOT TO DO? I figure its best by far to reduce my weight, but Im really unsure WHAT exercises to do. When uncomfortability is present it extends from hip/joint down front of leg to above the knee.

What I am able to do at this point:
-atg squats, no weights, 100% form
-walk 2 miles at moderate/fast pace
-plie' lunges no weight.
What I am not able to do at this point:
-ab crunches where legs are lifted
-extended time on back with knees bent
- any sitting where im not positioned in a perfect 'L' , i.e. dangling legs

mood: rebellious at work, lathargic afterwards. Energy level up in class
diet: day 2
flax coffee
m1: 5 egg foo am ommel, .25 green peppers 32 0z h20
m2: 43oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c collard greens 32 0z h20
m4: 5 oz chix, 1c broccoli 32 0z h20
m5: 5 oz serloin, 4 egg whites, 25 grn pprs/onions/r.ed pppr mix, 32 0z h20
m6: 4 oz grilled tuna, , 25 grn pprs
crave kill : 2 pieces trident gum, crystal lite/dilluted 64oz
not all supps taken, gotta go today to purchase
w/o: powerflex - shoulders,bicep emphasis
-arms-
bb curls:6x8@35
rev bb curls:4x8@35
f/arm rolls:6x8@35
-tricep-
french curls: 6x8@45
tri press:6x8@45
dips:30
-shoulders-
raises(frt/side/bk):6x8@10
shlder press:4x8@45
clean and press:4x8@45
cardio:
walk 2 miles mod/fast 45min w/wup

[WannaBeModel]

Get back in here, WOMAN!

[Sunshineslynn]

Take it easy on those legs though dont want to make it worse. Glad to see its not keeping you from working out. Finding alternatives is great idea. Congrats on the loosing the #'s. Its tough I know but you will make it. Thank you for the inspiring words of wisdom to me earlier, I really needed that. Great job on the diet esp. veggies......


smiles
s

[angeleye]

Sat 5.14
Mood: irritable(pms it all new levels)
diet: day 4(missed last meal by default, never woke up :,)
w/o: rest
Never went to sleep on friday, some very weird things going on with my body lately. Im blaming it on my hormonal state right now. I napped in 30 minute intervals between laundry and watching movies. Sat at 5am I hit Meijer and never stopped after that. Meal timing was by far at its best, considering I packed for a change. VERY MOTIVATING

Sun 5.15
Mood: lathargic AGAIN - I dreaded going in and was ready to go home way to early
diet: day 1 - excited about the simplicity of it all
w/o: She's back!...... (Cute huh, Its my official 1st day of the week and Its back day - all the days get titles the more of a lunatic you become.)
DL'S:2x8@ 115
Lying row:4x15@50
upright row:2x8@45
db flyes: 6x8@8
clean & press: 2x8@45 2x8@32

I wanted to dl more but my back didnt!

[Buffycat3]

Hi Angeleye,
I just jumped into your journal. I skimmed thru, and I like how you write.
I will enjoy continuing reading along with your workouts, highs and lows, diet and everthing you go thru to make your May 21st goal.
Keep on working, and enjoy it alll.
Take Care!

[WannaBeModel]

I just wanted to tell everyone that our spirit of competition is paying off greatly..... Im usually pretty modest, but yesterday alone I got 3 seperate critiques/compliements from people who I had no idea were paying attention! The best part: in specificly the areas Ive asked for HELP for on this site. As much as I complain about my legs in just the last two weeks, since this mad challenges and expertise advice has been given, you can see the seperation of Ham/quad from all angles of my leg.(NOT just from the back) In addition my arm strength has increased so the stress in my shoulders isnt painful anymore.

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! That is GREAT!!!!!!!

You are kicking @$$, as usual!!! Now tell that consultant, "$crew you!!!" You are beating the odds and proving people wrong. :D:D:D

[angeleye]

SOOO FEELING THE EFFECTS OF 2 DAYS W/OUT GLUTAMINE!
Mon 5.16
mood: day laid back, nervous energy in class, ready to work this leg
diet: day 2
flax coffee, coral calcium
m1: 4oz serlion,4 strawberries 50 0z h20
m2: 4oz tuna/cod,16 0z h20
m3: 4 oz blackenedchix, 1c letucce 32 0z h20
m4: 5 oz cod, 32 0z crystal light
m5: 4 egg whites, 25 grn pprs/onions 16 0z h20
m6: fell asleep, woke up and still couldnt make it to kitchen - passed out
crave kill : 2 pieces trident gum, crystal lite/dilluted 64oz

not all supps taken, still to purchase 7-keto
w/o: powerflex - shoulders,bicep/triceps emphasis
quads lookin good. ATG squats with bb-30 to test. Stretches completed, no dancer hyperextension(I would say Leg is 90%. I will heat and ice another week but shorter intervals.
-bicep-
bb curls:2x16@35
rev bb curls:2x16@35
hammer curls:4x8@

-tricep-
french curls: 6x8@35
tri press:6x8@35

-shoulders-
raises(frt):4x20@15/12
shlder press:4x8@35
clean and press:4x8@35

[Sunshineslynn]

Girlie your doing great. Your almost there. Your comp is this weekend or next?

smiles
s

[angeleye]

Boooo, you didnt hear, Ive moved the date to the weekend on June 9th on Toronto for the Fame Championships!

[angeleye]

BTW- (clean cut and paste)
........Once again Kris to the rescue! Her jounal has drawn all the other lunatics....and like they say "birds of a feather......" But I would like to think " BIRDS OF A FEATHER WILL SOAR TOGETHER" :>
I just wanted to tell everyone that our spirit of competition is paying off greatly..... Im usually pretty modest, but yesterday alone I got 3 seperate critiques/compliements from people who I had no idea were paying attention! The best part: in specificly the areas Ive asked for HELP for on this site. As much as I complain about my legs in just the last two weeks, since this mad challenges and expertise advice has been given, you can see the seperation of Ham/quad from all angles of my leg.(NOT just from the back) In addition my arm strength has increased so the stress in my shoulders isnt painful anymore

[sillyvent]

yea!!!!!!! People you would never imgaine are watching your progress are the ones who are watching and jotting down notes about your lifting and cardio...ect! Congrats on all the compliments....your hard work is paying off. It's always nice when random people tell ya how HOT ya are!!! ;)

[angeleye]

Today Cloud 9! - Hormones all balanced out, I presume? Mood swings are toooo deep for me.

Yesterday was amazing. Just rest and rest alone. The addictive behavior won - just had to use the sauna/steam at the gym. NEVER-THE-LESS all the evidence of that sad little 115# deadlift is officially gone. ***was holding a lot of h2o in leg to ankle area. PRETTY SCARY. All gone now. :> Didnt get a chance to tan. Needed to exf. the peeling - ugh:< GLUTAMINE back in effect, thank you!

tues 5.16
mood: xtra ready to chill!

diet: day 3, Hungry beyond control today. I literally added 1.5 oz to each serving of protien to compensate. My thinking: this is the only option to consider when a cheat is "my only alternative."
open eyes: 16 oz h20, flax, coffee, coral calcium
m1: 5 egg whites, 25 grn pprs/onions 4 strawberries, 16 0z h20
m2: 4oz blackened chix 32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz tuna/cod, 2c letucce 32 0z h20
m4: 7 oz cod, 4 strawberries, 32 0z crystal light
m5: 5oz of shrimp, 4 oz blk chix, 32 0z h20

crave kill : 3 pieces trident gum,

[angeleye]

Changes for friday
This is a copy of a conversation me and Kris were having in regards to info shared with me from a personal trainer on another site. He does vist here and has displayed himself as nothing but a professional. If not mistaken he was bb.com pick transfomation for May. I was doing a search on problem Glute/Hamstring area. Based on his recommendation, Kris came up with this split. In addition, he also added that doing exercise in single leg would increase development in Glutes. With that said: "how in the heck do you do a single leg squat????? never seen it done, but sounds challenging with proper core posture.
"You'd do quads on a separate day from hamstrings. So you would do a split like this:

sun - Back/Hams - circuit
mon - Bis/Tris - pflex
tues - pose/routine/walk
wed - Chest/shoulders
thurs - pose/routine/walk
friday- Quads/abs - kwando
sat(spa) - walk


So, on back/Ham day you would do something like this: Sumo deadlift, leg curls/glute-ham raises, Romanian deadlift, assisted pull ups, and rows. Quad day could be: squats, lunges, leg press, etc. You'd want to do your hams earlier in the week so that you have full energy to focus on them."

[taifighter]

Changes for friday
This is a copy of a conversation me and Kris were having in regards to info shared with me from a personal trainer on another site. He does vist here and has displayed himself as nothing but a professional. If not mistaken he was bb.com pick transfomation for May. I was doing a search on problem Glute/Hamstring area. Based on his recommendation, Kris came up with this split. In addition, he also added that doing exercise in single leg would increase development in Glutes. With that said: "how in the heck do you do a single leg squat????? never seen it done, but sounds challenging with proper core posture.
"You'd do quads on a separate day from hamstrings. So you would do a split like this:

sun - Back/Hams - circuit
mon - Bis/Tris - pflex
tues - pose/routine/walk
wed - Chest/shoulders
thurs - pose/routine/walk
friday- Quads/abs - kwando
sat(spa) - walk


So, on back/Ham day you would do something like this: Sumo deadlift, leg curls/glute-ham raises, Romanian deadlift, assisted pull ups, and rows. Quad day could be: squats, lunges, leg press, etc. You'd want to do your hams earlier in the week so that you have full energy to focus on them."

One legged squats!?! on a smith machine?! THEY ROCK!!! I love love love em, nothing better for hitting my inner thighs and butt :D
So excited for your new WO!!! :)

[angeleye]

WAIT! Where the heck is the other leg going exactly ???? sidebar: Im not as dumb as Im leading on......

your signature is insane lol!

[angeleye]

Wed 5.1
mood: anxious, more confident
***The idea that in 2 days T will be competing in his 1st of many shows to come! IVE CREATED A MONSTER. And this from the man who told me he was to busy to train me.....Now the 1st to go. Im sooooo proud of him! Stayed an extra hour on his routine. Worked out some kinks and add some more of stronger abilities.

diet: d4
open eyes: 32oz h20, flax, coffee, coral calcium,
m1: 5 egg whites, .75 c rice, 16 0z h20
m2: 4oz grilled shrimp, .5 c rice, .5 c lettuce 32 0z h20
m3: 3 oz grilled chix, 1 c rice 1 c letucce 32 0z h20
m4: 3 oz chix, 1 c rice,
m5: 2oz of shrimp, 3 egg whites, 32 0z h20
supps missed :<(7 keto, lean out)
crave kill : 3 pieces trident gum,
w/o: chest (T's last w/o so its a killer)
decline press: 4x45@16
db flyes 4x15@15
mil press 4x45@16
smith incline press 4x15@90

[WannaBeModel]

Get your heiney back in here! ;)

[angeleye]

Wow, It doesnt seem like its been an entire week. But sooo much has happened. Thursday and Friday are a blur because my life was suspended on what T needed to do. Needless to say we must have did all the right things. HE PLACED FIRST IN HIS CLASS AND OVERALL. He received his PRO CARD and will go to Toronto to compete in the Advanced Division. Look at his work, Im posting a pix. It was nice to see what my fellow competitors from this area looked like also. Its an awesome opportunity to get a feel for what you may be working with.

I can make a long story extra short by saying, because of the nature of the weekend(the visual and all) my diet has been ABSOULUTELY on point. In addition, so have my workouts! Hooray - hey look it takes alot to pat yourself on the back, especially when your used to jackin-up most of the time! Its kinda like the "High" I get when Im on time or even better yet early - see Im just learning this concept!!!!(dont you hate people who used to be like me - always late to everything)

sun 5.22
mood: Weird - its really been a battle of the mind since Ive left my church. Now I want somewhere to worship - and Im using training as an excuse to not seek another church home. :{

w/o: back/Hams
back-plldwns: 60/70
flyes:????
dls: 2x10@125 2x10135
hms-one leg curl: 4x20@70
g/h raise: 3x10
cardio: p-flex, kwando
diet: day 4(heavy carbs)

Mon 5.23
mood: draggin
w/o:bi/tri
bbcurls:4x15@35/40/45
bbrvcrls:2x15@40
hmrcrl:2x15@20
db crl:4x15@20
press:2x15@40 2x15@35
french curls:2x15@40 2x15@35
Cardio:step: 60min, p-flex:60min

tue 5.24 workout today - schedule off track because of holiday to come
mood: super hyper :>
w/o:tricep cable pulldown:4x15@80
cardio: p-flex: emphasis quads/shld
squats:2 min@55
shldrs: 2 min@25
diet: day2 ON POINT


PIX TOO BIG - HOW DO I COMPRESS

[Sunshineslynn]

Wow! Is all I can say. Your workouts look great. Yes I must have missed that you moved your comp to june 9th with all the crazyness. I do apologize for missing that and not posting in here. Just been revamping myself. Your getting to the home stretch keep your spirits high and believe in yourself.

smiles
s

[angeleye]

Finally pix- here they are.

Also proposed changes in the w/o schedule:
compound exercises will be used in order to manipulate time
splits: sun-bk/ham mon-arms/abs wed-ch/sh fri-qds/cav sat-big cardio/glutes
emphasis on weak points: arms, legs, lower back
rest period max 60 secs.

[Sunshineslynn]

great pics no wonder he placed great conditioning and muscle density.


smiles
s

[WannaBeModel]

Wait...does that say 2 minutes worth of squats?!?!?! D@MN girl! You are doing some serious workouts on low cals. You have GOT to be leaning out well!

Oh yea...you NEED to trust that man. Look at that physique! WHOA! :eek: I would say something else, but I will save that for later. ;)

[angeleye]

My Sister's in Labor! So looks like I know in advance to scoot my gym time around! (Priorities, RIGHT!)

WED 5.25
mood: middle of the road.
diet:day 3
1st:32 oz h20 coffee(forgot supps take later)
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green peppers/onions/red pepper mix, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz turkey,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz turkey, 1c collard greens
m4: 3 oz chix
m5: 5 egg whites, .5 green peppers
crave kill : 3 pieces extra gum, crystal lite, supps short-aminos, m.mass

w/o: chest(didnt get shldrs - sets down 10# - not enough energy to get through, too much on tuesday)
decline press: 4x35@16
incline press: 4x35@16
cardio: kick boxing

[angeleye]

BOYDIDIMISSTHEBRICKCHICKS

So a holiday, 3 birthday, and a birth all in one week. No longer its been so long since Ive made a hit. Most importantly, through it all. ON POINT - and no mistakes,( someone must want this really bad!!!)

Yesterday was the big day for all the apprehension. It may have been my physical appearence after the heavy carbs....but I look kinda flat. Also I just couldnt get the poses to be as fluid as I would have them to be. Since my weight will probably be a little lighter than expected, I would like to have my posing give me THE EDGE :>

Big hi's for today. Stops by Nutritionist, tan on lunch, chest day, posing, routine rehersal. oh yeah....passing out!

TUES 5.31
mood: sluggish
w/o: Leg makeup
hack squat:4x15@270
extensions(w/knee irriatation): 1x15@80 3x10@70
lunges: 1/2 track 20 db 1/2 track weight less
curls:4x15@80/90
cardio:
circuit class(step,drills, track work) 45 min
diet: d1 - no frills all supps that I had taken :<

[WannaBeModel]

Busy busy busy! How is your energy today? You are 1 week out!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! *doing a little dance* Where are our 1 week out photos? How does T think that you are looking? How do you think that you are looking? Still flat? Details, woman! DETAILS!!! :D

[angeleye]

the picture thing has been more than a notion: my main photographer(working midnights, T- wife on a mission, feeling a little unconfident I figure, my Dad, toooo weirded out, I dont know how he's going to do at the show????? anyway, Ill working on that asap.
The details: everything seems to be in place .....sigh!, somethings Ive kinda dismissed to in-experience, like thinning out sooooo much(124.5), but even the idea of trying to judge myself next to Pro's is some sort of sick torture. Ive also, notice significant changes with the increase in weight on my DL's. Im still not sleeping as much as I would like, so Ill be working on that as well. My hunger is managable, but next week may be a dosey! T says I was ready last time so definetly now, I say we will all see JUNE 11TH!

sidebar: since the bf% scares - I still havent tested again. Im staying away, to avoid jumping ship!

[sillyvent]

YEA.....you are almost there!!!! Right before a show you feel totally small and flat at times....that's okay. I always feel that way. People start asking me if I am going to fade away to nothing! haha Seems like you are right on track...freaking out as we all do! haha So your dad is weirded out? By your sudden interest or the weight loss? Lots of people don't understand...that's when you get to teach them! :D

[angeleye]

Im out of control SORE/BEAT UP/BROKE DOWN and I love it! The last two days have been wonderful. Using more concentration in movement, focusing on form and posture, and actually turning off the music to "listen" to my body have increased the intensity of my workout. Not that I shouldnt have been doing this all along, but Im just breaking up the idea of procrastinating with new ideas. My chest w/o wasnt huge but it was effective - I kinda like that! Feeling a small pull in quad so just going to keep it elevated with some ice today.
Only 15 min at tb. Need more time today. Color finally coming in and Ive been 4x wk since May 1st. That took far longer than expected.

All the fear of looking scrawny has disappeared I video taped last nights posing session. Outside of me looking very uncomfortable in different poses, not so bad. The camera actually helped on this one. Im praying the judges have that same camera view, RIGHT? It also, broke up fear coming down to that sports bra right out in the open. Still alittle apprensive of the insane notion that my tummy marks wont be blasted out of the line of view by the show. This prep H stuff better work!!!!

S.V - I talked to mr. meanie. He told me we have come far enough yet to see what depletion manipulation I will use. "It all depends on what I look like on this Sat. I get it now. i.e. If holding water, sodium depletion, and so on........I hope I get what T got. Ground beef or Peanut Butterw/rice cakes. ummmm!

I survived no seasonings! HOORAY - if you all only knew, thats almost as huge as me giving up procrastination! Ha you cant tell me this isnt made for me!!!!

mood: hyper(long night expected)
w/o: chest/shld
decline press: 3x15@45 1x15@35
flyes: 1x15@15 3x20@20
frnt lat raise: 3x15@8
sde lat raise: 3x15@8
abs: 10 min
cardio: advanced step
pose: 25 min
routine: 30 min

[angeleye]

Yesterday was amazing. I havent been that exhausted in a very long time. No fighting from me or T. It was we were reading each other's mind.....Overtraining is out of the question at this point. Even worse he had already taught a class prior to doing all the things we did yesterday evening.
Things I must remember:
Posing has seperated the muscle.......as I have, read, been told, blah, blah. If you can learn anything from my journal, please remember it is foolish to re-invent the wheel here. Some of the old foundations are just tried and true.....all that to say I would have been more confident if I had started posing when originally plan, 4 weeks ago. My excuse was I couldnt see what muscle I was posing, so why do it. Trust me, that wasnt a real brilliant hypothesis!

The onset of overtraining feels sort of like the flu to me. Going to bed at 8:30 p was wise for me. Unforturnately, Ive been up since 2:30 because I feel totally rested. Something tells me Ill pay this evening for this. Also, by following up this am with yoga and pilates has relaxed me even more and has given me a more mellow tone this am....nice huh?

Someones glute is worthy of putting on stage....FINALLY! I actually could stomach it all and then some! Its pretty scary that its so close to the show. Ill be sure to note everychange in my w/o since it started looking bleek. If I remember increasing my weight and frequency on my DL's. Also, using the stiff and bent leg.

Today is high carb - again, its always a pleasure!
Mood: well see shortly
w/o: Legs - focus Ham
Diet: day 4

[WannaBeModel]

Someones glute is worthy of putting on stage....FINALLY! I actually could stomach it all and then some! Its pretty scary that its so close to the show. Ill be sure to note everychange in my w/o since it started looking bleek. If I remember increasing my weight and frequency on my DL's. Also, using the stiff and bent leg.

Today is high carb - again, its always a pleasure!


Show-worthy glutes and a high carb day? What else could a girl want? :D

1 more week!!! I am getting so excited for you! Did you jewel your posing suit yet?

[angeleye]

no, pretty much gave that another thought. Ive decided to keep it simple and sweet. I really feel like I dont need to throw anything else into the path of possible points off. I am going to switch it up a bit by changing. Girl, reading your journal this morning proves I got to get you from in front of this screen!

[sillyvent]

1 day out.....hope all is going well. I can't wait to hear how it goes! :D

[WannaBeModel]

1 day out.....hope all is going well. I can't wait to hear how it goes! :D

I don't know where Amber is...I send her an e-mail but I didn't get a reply. I hope all is well...

WE MISS YOU!!! We want results on Monday! :D

[sillyvent]

omg...where the h*** are you?! I can't stand it anymore!!!

[vanessa40]

Hi,
I read in another journal that you placed 5th and i wanted to congradulate you..thats is awesome..you most be on cloud 9...

Vanessa

[angeleye]

SO MUCH TO SAY! Ladies it was absolutely AMAZING! Now I know why this is sooooo addictive!
My actual show wasnt until the last day of the Expo - Sunday. So Friday and saturday I agonized as I watched the others beat it out in the advanced and Pro divisions. The best part about it being learning the various styles and training techniques of those all across the WORLD. So sunday at 6:30 the agony begins! All the nervousness I hadnt felt all through training suddenly comes in a thunder. To the point that I stop talking to those around me because my words were so tangled I couldnt complete a sentence without studdering. Me and T do a walk through of my rountine and a last over view of my mandatories and we head to the convention centre were we wait,wait, wait, wait, backstage(can you tell they ran alittle late ????) anywho...............long story short. It was just like I dream it to be! You name any word related to ELECTRIC ENERGY and that would describe it. But the truth ladies: MOST IMPORTANTLY - I met the most incredible people from all over the world(LITERALLY) You guys, my trophy is beautiful. Its crystal and just as cute as it could be, but it in know way compares to the conversations, the impromtu trainings by you peers and mentors, the warmth and companionship of other with like minds. Nothing can compare to this feeling! The more Im in the world the better it gets. Dont get me wrong, there were some who were not as warm, but by far the positve out weighed the negative.

Depletion:
h2o process:2 gals Thursday and Friday, Sat 1.2 gal before 10a
water balance tabs: 2 tab w/meal on thurs. 4 with each meal on Friday & Sat, and 2 with meals on sunday.

diet remained the same until Satuday. 1 day out:
Every 2 hours (last meal is 8p)
4oz hamburger, .5 grapefriut, 21tb peanut butter.
10pm: 1/2 of a cheese pizza(I didnt believe it either :>)
Sunday am: pizza slice or rice cake and nat. pb.

[WannaBeModel]

WOOOOHOOOOOO! Congratulations on placing 5th!!! How many ladies were in your class? Do you have photos? Look at those pre-comp meals!!! Half of a cheese pizza! :eek: What was your post competition meal like? You did great! I am SO proud of you!!! :D

Now, show us those competition photos! I know that you have some! Was T SO excited for you? What did the kiddies say? Are you still high from this experience? Enjoying your time off?

[angeleye]

I think there were 11 of us 12 max. The open class was not divided by weight class, Im thinking due to the numbers. By the way: I registered at 124 - hit the stage a 114. Say: WHOA!

Pizza, sounds crazy doesnt it! The science behind it: complex carbs and fats fill you out longer and fuller than a quick sugar hit right before the show. When I seen my legs - IT ALL CAME TOGETHER. I finally seen those lines I had been dreaming about. Unfortunately, I dont think I ill ever be at peace with my hams, so I crushing them until they act right.

The aftermath: Initially started off a serloin w/ cajun chix pasta. Couldnt even get three bites down WAY TO HEAVY, change of plans desert station:
Banana Crepe w/ chocolate and carmel overlay, with a 1.2 scoop of cappucino biscotti ice cream(i think I spelled this right) ever so slightly adorned by a dab or whipped cream. SAY: ARE YOU HAPPY NOW! By the way, never finished the pasta.

The kids: well lets put it like this " Im the BOMB!" and you know what thats greater than any crystal trophy - to have your children believe in you!

Learned something from a new bb friend - who also lives in Houston(I swear they must breed you girls on sugar your so sweet!)

G.R.O.W. - God Rewards Our Work!(Ill be using this chant mostly on leg day!)
THANK YOU LORD - FOR YOUR GRACE AND YOUR MERCY

[Buffycat3]

Congratulations!!
I am so happy for you. Be Proud, You deserve to be, after all your dedication and hard work.

I also met very sweet female BB competitors.

G.R.O.W. --- AMEN!

[Rebekah]

Congrats Angeleye! :) That takes a lot of strength and faith.....

[sillyvent]

YEA!!! That is so great! We NEED pictures! I love G.R.O.W....I'll have to use it. Isn't it wonderful to know there are a crap load of people out there just like you. I usually have such a wonderful time backstage, and I always meet as least 1 more friend every show. :D

[Beklet]

Wahey, well done you!

Where are the pics? :D

[angeleye]

STILL NO PIX
sorry this is taking so long. I could probably focus better if I would stop watching the video, right?

Part 2
Now the journey to show 2 in less than 30 days. 07/16/05

2 days stats: Current weight:125, contest weight:114 bf%:11.7

objectives: 5 bf%, long term: increase strength, Mass driven activity, increase knowledge of diet and training for lean muscle mass:practice posing, initiate lower body plan, perfect symetry: increase Lat spread, practice posing to balance upper/lower. PRESENT HARDER!

Training: NO new wheels - however stronger concentration on compound, tension structured excersises. Decrease rep set to 12, increase all weights by 2.5 starting this week and continuing the increase weekly. Posing takes over lunch break.

cardio: DECREASE! Maintain addiction observation. This has got to stop. Walk 2.5 at higher intensity.

Diet: zero excuses on h20! Schedule 1st meal earlier if this includes waking at 4:30a, minimize seasonings earlier to taste adapt. Continue with Sunday prep day. Starting from phase two, then cut last 2 weeks.

WISDOM:
SLEEP: 33% of the compostion of a Disciplined athlete. 4 hours are ok office staff.
TANNING booth: leaves too much to be desired - get outside! Jan Tanna min 5 coats.
TRAINING: Form and intensity mean the most. AM training sucks for me. toooooo drainning. Becomes counter-active.No need for spliting training.
POSING:75% of the compostion of a show day, impossible to perfect without daily practice. It will be evident.
Routine: solid moves using transitions allowing legs to be fully displayed. Less jazz, more brick.

[angeleye]

you miss a life time when you dont get in here. Ive held off so long because Im getting much better at writing this stuff down while at the gym, so I forget to do the do here. Not to mention, you start reading everyone else's and you lose total sight of the time.
Like this am: I got all focused on the "big trip" and forgot to save time for me.
Sooooooo, tomorrow will be the official get your act together for the journal. Ive had 3 friends to introduce themselves to "how we do things" around here, and now Im not even posting - brilliant, huh!

All is well in training, all would be well if my co-donor would stop bringing the worlds greatest temptations into the house. Cause Im facing the fact, I JUST CANT HANDLE THAT CRAP! Sleep at a all new high, cause you cant do anything else in the heat.

[angeleye]

WED 6.29
mood: RESTED AND FOCUSED
diet:day 3
1st session of massage therapy. Sarah will be certified in February and needs to build a client base to establish her hours needed to complete the program. Im proud to be her guiena pig - SHE WAS AWESOME! The session lasted a little over an hour because she consulted me in the areas that needed more attention than others(the fatty or stressed areas) Needless to say I slept like baby!

PLANNED MEALS & COMPOUND WORK OUTS
diet:day 3
mrp: chocolate/raspberry
1st:32 oz h20, coffee,
SUPPS EVERY MEAL: mass aminos, ultra 40, lean out, *7-keto
SUPPS EVERY OTHER: lean out, *7-keto
SUPPS AM & PM: , glutamine
SUPPS DURING W/O: muscle mass
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green pep/on/mix, .25oz gpfrt, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce
m4: 3 oz chix, grpfrt
m5: 5 egg whites, .5 green peppers

BACK:
cl grp pldwn - 4*12@80
plups - 4*12(failure)
vbar pldwn - 4*12@80
butfly - 4*12@80

[StlBarbie]

I love your journal .. I am SO GLAD you are back at it!! You are so thorough and organized ..... I need you to run my journal!! :D

Aren't those massage therapists God's gift to mankind??? I can hardly get off the table when I am done!!

[angeleye]

organized mess more like it :> OCD rivers run deep in my family! and besides if you guys saw all the sticky's needed to produce an "effective journal to IMPRESS you guys with" you'd slap me! Honestly I tried to incorporate all of our styles so that when new "TRAINiac's in training" come on, they wont be 1/2 as lost as me, when I started.
Thank God for the "Brikchik Crew" as I call u all. Our inner circle of journals have created a Driven Spirit in me that I never knew I had!

[angeleye]

Maxing time!
These are the compound exercise Ive chosen to work during contest time. They have proven to be effective and never leaving me bored. Except where indicated. Off season includes more isolated movements.

BACK/LATS
Close grip pulldown: biceps,,midback
Pull ups: biceps, midback
Gorilla chin crunch: biceps, abs
V bar pulldowns: biceps

CHEST
Bb or Db bent arm plovr: tri, shld, lat
Bb bprs: tri, shldr
Bb incl bprs: tri, shldr
Bb dcl bprs: tri, shldr
Hmr grip incl db bprs: tri, shldrs
Pushups: tri, shld
Dips: shldrs
Flyes: shldrs

Hamstrings
Sl dl’s: lwr bck, calves
Quads
Dl: ham cal, glu
Squats: ham cal, glu
Bb lunges: ham, cal, glu
Hack squats: ham, cal glu, forearms
Iron cross: lw back glu, ab, shldrs, trap

Basic Training:
Sun: Back, Biceps
Mon: Chest/Triceps
Wed: Quads, Hams
Fri: abs, lwr back, shldrs

Contest:
Rotation 1st day of the week of large groups(chest,back,legs)
Sun:Back(Chest) and Hams(mach)
Mon: Biceps/triceps/forearms
Tues: Quads(mach)
Wed: Chest(back)
Thurs: Legs
Friday: abs/lwr bck
Sat: shldr/spa

[MsJewels]

This is an awesome journal - So much info and inspiration! I am really looking forward to your photos. :)

[angeleye]

Hi to you MsJ- you dont have a clue how much this means coming from you. Future Pro, huh - according to your tag. ME TOO. Give me a destination date, so I can push ya! Mine 2010 for Ms. Olympia title that is! :>

[angeleye]

WED 6.29
mood: RESTED AND FOCUSED

diet:day 3
mrp: chocolate/raspberry
1st:32 oz h20, coffee,
SUPPS EVERY MEAL: mass aminos, ultra 40, lean out, *7-keto
SUPPS EVERY OTHER: lean out, *7-keto
SUPPS AM & PM: , glutamine
SUPPS DURING W/O: muscle mass
m1: 5 egg whites, .25 green pep/on/mix, .25oz gpfrt, 32 0z h20
m2: 3 oz tuna,32 0z h20
m3: 4 oz chix, 1c lettuce
m4: 3 oz chix, grpfrt
m5: 6 oz tuna(badbadbad - bananas- look that or oreo's - long night at fireworks, 6 oz coffee)

Back:
cl grp pldwn - 4*12@75
hmr mach pldwn - 4*12@35-45
butfly - 4*12@60
db row - 4*12@5(sad but true - killing time at lunch watching a Lenda M video)
cardio: circuit - krazy mad fun! Hops, skips, lunges, leaps, kicks. We did it all!I love when he switches things up!

[angeleye]

THURS 6.29
mood: Ready to Roll

diet:day 4
mrp: vanilla
1st:32 oz h20
SUPPS EVERY MEAL: mass aminos, ultra 40, lean out, *7-keto
SUPPS EVERY OTHER: lean out, *7-keto
SUPPS AM & PM: , glutamine
SUPPS DURING W/O: muscle mass
m1: 5 egg whites, 1c rice
mrp: vanilla
m2: 3 oz chix, 6oz yam, 1c collard greens
m3: 3 oz tuna, .75c mixed greens
m4: 3 oz shrimp, 1.5c rice
m5: passed out! :<
Im really glad Ive decided to do the mrp. Last diet I usully missed my last meal due to being exhausted. Hopefully I will be able to stay within the correct numbers for nutrients.

LEGS:
lunges - 20 LBS 3/4 of track - last 1/4 the db overextened my wrist.
hmr mach. press - 3*12@270 1*12@360
extensions - 4*12@60wu, increase in plate on each set to 150lb
ly curl- 4*12@80
calve raise: 3*12@115 1*12@135

cardio: ellip 10min(L12)

[WannaBeModel]

D@MN! Nice workout! :D

The dieting making you tired? And uh....where are they? You know what I'm talking about!

[angeleye]

WB - made me. I feel like such a bum that I dont have my own shots. Im trying desperately to find the Photograper in Canada who has them.....but as of today no avail!

[Sunshineslynn]

Just had to peek in on you since I am back. As usual you are doing great chickie. Keep it up and you will be at Ms. Olympia 2010.


smiles
sheri

[StlBarbie]

You have great wos going as always!! Thanks for sharing the pics!!

[angeleye]

Now that my nutrition consultant is gone - I’m literally lost! Naturally my body fat is restoring itself after my 1st ever BB show, but now I’m nervous about eating. I’m watching my self in the mirror so much, I’m getting sick of me! Someone please help teach me how to "do my own math" when it comes to regulating my diet. I.e. for Maintenance, Loss, or gain - there has to be a formula for such..........

Also posted in Nutrition.... I’m desperate!
Let me qualify this post:
Prior to my Contest Prep diet, I was undergoing losing weight from my 167 lb frame. Before that I have never really ate to maintain an athletes lifestyle.
Now that I’m a "STONE COLD TRAINIAC - I’m unsure of what to do to accommodate my new obsession without destruction of all my hard work. Sorry, I’m a die hard Cardio-maniac with just as much luv for weight training (the heavier the better)

Now that my nutrition consultant is gone - I’m literally lost! Naturally my body fat is restoring itself after my 1st ever BB show, but now I’m nervous about eating. I’m watching my self in the mirror so much, I’m getting sick of me! Someone please help teach me how to "do my own math" when it comes to regulating my diet. I.e. for Maintenance, Loss, or gain - there has to be a formula for such..........

My Weekend was out of the question to post. I ate like I liked food for the first time in a long time......yeah, I’m paying for it. I haven’t digested anything correctly in 3 days, :< booooooooooo I’m miserable - what a good problem to have. Not to correct it.......

Sat: shoulders 10 min cardio
Sun: chest 1hr cardio
Mon: Arms: sad, sad, sad (should’ve stayed at home)

Needless to say, I’m ready to go back to clean, but as you have read don’t really know where to start...

[angeleye]

mood: READY TO ROLL
Hi all, isnt this short week stuff great! Stayed up with my family all night, so rest will be well greeted this evening. Im going to take a nap after training legs and before I go see Will Downing and Maysa(talk about HOW TO FALL IN LOVE!) Not to mention the sway of the waves - dang, why am I going with my DAD????????

1st:32 oz h20, coffee
SUPPS AM & PM: , glutamine
SUPPS DURING W/O: muscle mass
m1: 8 egg whites, .25 green pep/on/mix, 3 oz ginger/sesame salmon, 32 0z h20
Craving kicked in BAD!*****2 tbl natty, 2 rice cakes******
m2: 5oz Shrimp, 1c string beans
m3: 6.5 oz tuna, 1c lettuce, 32 0z h20
m4: 4 oz chix , .5c string beans
m5: 3 oz pork loin, 32 0z h20

BACK:
Seated Row- 4*8/12@110
dl’s - 4*8/12@115
bent over flyes - 4*12@15
cardio: 60min Kwando-Flex (combo of kickboxing and weight -training

[StlBarbie]

You know the whole wt. maintenance and diet issue is a lot of matter of experimentation and people's systems even react somewhat differently to food. What kind of macros are you shooting for 40/40/20???? I know that you know that maintaining the comp bf level isn't practical after the comp .. it is just a matter of coming to a level of contentment with feeling good and looking like you want!! I would give any diet 3 weeks and then examine the results and adjust as necessary!

[angeleye]

That is an awesome reccomendation!
The macro's are a ? for me. So in this 1st 3 weeks trial, Ill observe the usual 40/40/20 we are used . Are there studies on other ratio's that are effective?

[angeleye]

mood: Energitic!

Really starting to get a feel on this nutrition stuff. I re-worked my diet rotation yesterday according to our new spilt. I adjusted the ratios from HI/impact(higher carb), moderate(moder. carbs), and maintenance days(min carb). It feels good knowing that the investment into the knowledge base of nutrition is rewarding as the sweat on the floor.

1st:32 oz h20, coffee
SUPPS AM & PM: , glutamine
SUPPS DURING W/O: muscle mass
m1: egg whites, tuna, 32 0z h20
m2: mrp
m3: 6.5 oz tuna, 1c lettuce, 32 0z h20
m4: .25 mrp, 1 tbl natty, 1 hm protein snack
m5: 5oz Shrimp, 1c mixed greens
Total: 1295
Fat: 50 452 35%
Sat: 6 52 4%
Poly: 11 103 8%
Mono: 10 93 7%
Carbs: 82 287 22%
Fiber: 10 0 0%
Protein: 135 540 42%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

arms:
bb curls- 4*16@45
slkcrs - 4*16@25
dips- 2@16
cardio: 60min step, 60 min P-Flex(combo of kickboxing and weight-training)
****the effects of doing all the punching shows in my weight strength. The new schedule for Monday may be an issue????????????

[WannaBeModel]

That's a lot of cardio! :eek: Do you think that you can still gain mass on those calories with all that cardio?

[angeleye]

no, and we have talked about this, I swear Kris we always joke about this being an addiction but Im really start to see some qualities in me I dont know if I can appreciate, I LOVE THE HIGH! Whatcha think I should do?

[WannaBeModel]

no, and we have talked about this, I swear Kris we always joke about this being an addiction but Im really start to see some qualities in me I dont know if I can appreciate, I LOVE THE HIGH! Whatcha think I should do?

Eat more! :) More carbs to fuel those workouts. Less cardio would be good, too. If you keep your eating clean, you can bet that you won't gain much fat and won't have to cut ridiculously for your next show. You don't need to lose any fat right now...just focus on eating clean and getting big.

[angeleye]

and what's a girl to do about the addiction!

[angeleye]

WED 7.13
mood: on Edge & Exhausted

My diet is insane today. Bascially, I just ate what I had. Pulled an all-nighter and didnt get a chance to pack a lunch.

1st:32 oz h20, diet coke
SUPPS AM & PM: , glutamine
m1: mrp: cookies and cream
m2: 4 oz shrimp, 1c lettuce
m3: 5 oz grnd serloin, .5 pro/oat mix
m4: mrp bar
m5: 5 oz grnd serloin
Total: 1819
Fat: 69 618 34%
Sat: 18 162 9%
Poly: 17 149 8%
Mono: 25 226 12%
Carbs: 128 442 24%
Fiber: 17 0 0%
Protein: 189 757 42%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

Back:
dl- 4*12@95
hmr mach pldwn - 4*12@35-45
rows - 4*12@65
cardio: circuit - skips, efxlvl 4-7 incl 14(5 min), los of kicks. Total: 1819

[WannaBeModel]

Hey...how ya feeling today? Still run down?

About that cardio addiction...just say no! That, or replace a couple of your days with low intensity walking and don't do two hours of cardio in a day. It won't allow you to gain that mass!

[angeleye]

Im hard headed. Its so much more fun sweating like a maniac

[WannaBeModel]

Im hard headed. Its so much more fun sweating like a maniac

Well, while you are doing those two hours of cardio...just think of me...lifting...putting on more muscle than you! :D I know how competitive you are and that should keep you away from the cardio!

[angeleye]

THURS 7.14
mood: Unstoppable

1st:20 oz h20
no:supps
m1: mrp:cookie dough
m2: 4 oz grd serloin, 1 rice cake
m3: 3 oz salmon, 3oz shrimp, 2c mixed greens, .5 apple
m4: advantage bar, .75 oz almonds
m5: 1 med chix quarter, 1 cup string beans
m6: mrp, 2 tbl natty

Total: 2059
Fat: 90 811 41%
Sat: 20 176 9%
Poly: 17 150 8%
Mono: 36 322 16%
Carbs: 83 215 11%
Fiber: 29 0 0%
Protein: 242 968 49%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%
Im eating like a beast, and I love it. I realize there is alot going on, but Im trying new things and with tracking we will be able to tweak this to perfection.

LEGS:

hmr mach. press - 1*12@270 2*12@360 5*@450
extensions - 1*12@90, 1*12@105, 1*12@120, 1*12@150
seated curl- 4*12@60,1*12@90, 1*12@105, 1*12@120
glute/ham press 4*12@60
squats - 1*12@90w.u. drop sets 2*20(10@140/10@120)
calve raise: 1*12@135(finish this evening!)

cardio: zero

[StlBarbie]

I LOVE your mood and I LOVE your attitude!!! That a way to be woman!!! Great job on those cals and great job on leggie day!!! You go girl!! :D

[angeleye]

mood: MAKE IT HAPPEN!
Work set up the workout. Lets just say, Im starting to think IM NOT NOID - "she really does have it out for me!" But its cool though, out of site out of mind. All seems to be taking shape on the home front. All efforts to get the wheels the turning to new directions are in place, and all the weight is being relieved, slowly but surely. Some days are bumpy, and some smooth, but bottom line, He'll have to accept it. Needless to say, because the kids have a clear understanding, they have been requiring extra "bonding time" so the wko has been doing some wavering in time length.
Friday 7.15
cardio: kickboxing 1 hr, abs: 30 min

Sat 7.16
absoulutely nothing, sat around with the kids and did rain games with the kids. Slept and watched old black and whites, a 70's horror too!

Sun 7.17
MOOD: Flustered but Back to Work
9am: P-FLEX: increased weights across the board. In #5 increments. A wonderfully challenged wko!

Mon. 7.18
1st:32 oz h20, coffee
SUPPS: Ultra 40's, Mass Builder
SUPPS DURING W/O: muscle mass
m1: mrp shake
m2: 5egg whites, 6.5 oz tuna, 32 0z H2O
m3: mrp bar
m4: 12 med Shrimp, 1c string beans, 32 0z h20
m5: 1.5 tbl natty, 2 rice cakes4 oz chix , 1c broccoli
m6: 6 oz chix br, 1.5c broccoli
m7: .5 protein bar
missed the 2000 mark :<
Total: 1678
Fat: 44 394 25%
Sat: 10 89 6%
Poly: 10 86 5%
Mono: 14 129 8%
Carbs: 81 211 13%
Fiber: 28 0 0%
Protein: 249 995 62%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

BACK:
overhead pldwn- 4*12/10/8/6@#50-100
dl’s - 2*16/12@65(pflex)
bent over flyes - 5*12@15
cardio: 60m lr bdy power on step, 30m pflex, 25m abs

[WannaBeModel]

Hey girl! Get those carbs up and you will be able to hit 2000. The carbs will give you the fuel to get through a kick butt workout, which will help you build mass. Eat up! :) If you aren't going to eat more carbs, you need to increase fats...

[angeleye]

Tues 7.19

Mood:Relaxed
Really learning to appreciate these rest days. In previous times the fear of the incorrect gains hindered my ability to use common sense. Although there is still alittle aprehension, my desire to shake things up for the next competion is greater than my disobedience.
Meals:
1st:20 oz h20
no:supps
m1: 6 e.w, 6.5 tuna
m2: mrp:cookie dough
m3: 4 oz chix brst, 1c string beans, .25c mixed peppers
m4: advantage bar, .75 oz almonds
m5: 5oz chix brst, 6oz baked potatoe
Total: 1793
Fat: 37 335 20%
Sat: 6 52 3%
Poly: 8 73 4%
Mono: 18 159 9%
Carbs: 127 408 24%
Fiber: 25 0 0%
Protein: 243 970 57%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

wko:rest
cardio: rest
Scheduled work: chest, cardio: 60 hi impact cardio

[StlBarbie]

Good for you!! I too, have FINALLY learned how to appreciate rest days ... and now I actually look forward to them!! Keep up the great job and the awesome journal!!

[angeleye]

Wed 7.20

Mood:at peace
I was rested a very alert today. Got to work a special project at work so it went by pretty fast. Nothing noteworthy to document. I need to take this energy and start prepping the house to be sold. UGHHHHHH! The idea of how much work is insane, but Ill just think about SillyVents tag - that will keep things in perspective!
Oops - okay, I forgot, had a dizzy spell while making protein mix. I think I just ot too hot in the kitchen! I sat still for a minute and then went to wko. I got a great chest set in but cardio was pretty rough. Light headed and ucky feeling of over training kicked in. Left after 40min :< WB: SHUT UP, I KNOW!

Meals: working on increases across the board!
1st:20 oz h20
no:supps
m1: 6 e.w, 6.5 tuna
m2: mrp:cookie dough
m3: 4 oz chix brst, 1c string beans, .25c mixed peppers
m4: protein mix
****wko*******
m5: protein mix
Total: 1359
Fat: 32 288 21%
Sat: 4 38 3%
Poly: 4 33 2%
Mono: 6 53 4%
Carbs: 118 443 33%
Fiber: 7 0 0%
Protein: 155 619 46%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

wko:
chest: incl/decl/biangular 12@#60,10@75,8@90,12@75
flyes 12@#15,12@#20,12@#20,12@#30,
pushups 100
cardio: kickboxing 40m
Scheduled work: Legs

[WannaBeModel]

LMAO!!!! :D I am SO GLAD that you left after 40 minutes!!!! :D

What's the biangular chest press? That sounds interesting...

[angeleye]

when you press it presses down, out and upward. Its not drastic, just enough to open your chest fully.

Whats up bbg?

[Megin]

Angeleye-
A big smiling hello from a different journal. I have seen your posts all over (you are one busy woman) and I have noticed that I will be seeing your party face in NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So I thought I would take a min. and pop in. I will get around to reading through your journal in the near future, hopefully sooner than later :D

Cheerio for now

[arose70]

Alcohol: 0 0 0%

Hehehehe....that will be at least 50% in NO!!!!! I have been a quiet lurker in your journal for quite some time and I have seen all your pics----you are seriously beautiful and sooooo ripped!!!!! I was and am very impressed! Thanks for stopping by mine and I am so excited to meet you in NO!!! Have a great day :)

[HisKid]

I usually don't post much, but I just wanted to say you look great! Keep it up!

[StlBarbie]

Let's choose to totally ignore Kris and her anti-cardio sentiments!! :D

The biangular chest press sounds awesome!!

I am SO GLAD I finally get to meet you in person in NO!! We will have to keep Kris under control!! I hear she can get pretty wild! ;)

[Megin]

Ok...wow, I am alllll caught up now. Completely impressed.

Yes, ignore Kris on the cardio, but listen to her on the cals- up up and away! I understand the "no workout day syndrom" (worlds worst speller, sorry) Its tough to sit around and not be active- messes up the routein. I still battle with it, but gettin' there :D

Your pics are amazing, and it seems that you have had a great ride up to your competition. As I was reading, I couldn't wait to get to the next page to see how it came out. And with 2 kids- thats incredible!

I enjoy how you post your current state of being at the time you post. That is a great way to keep track of things.

Oh, by the way- welcome to the weekend! (should be Friday by the time you read this)

[Megin]

Hey Girl-

Just wanted to say that you have such positive comments in peoples journals! You are such a positive person with a lot of spunk!!!!


Hope you had a great weekend!

[WannaBeModel]

You are such a positive person with a lot of spunk!!!!

Indeed! Those are the ones that we will have to keep an eye on in NO! :D

[arose70]

Just wanted to say that you have such positive comments in peoples journals! You are such a positive person with a lot of spunk!!!!

Oh, I second that! You are a VERY positive person and I appreciate all of your comments! Thanks for bringing such sunshine here!! (and it looks like Kris is gonna keep an eye on you ;) )

[StlBarbie]

Indeed! Those are the ones that we will have to keep an eye on in NO! :D

Kris is just saying that so that the attention will be drawn off of her!!! ;)

Seriously, you are such a vibrant, soul with so much kindness .... your posts add so much to everyone's day!! :)

[StlBarbie]

How and where are YOU??? :)

[Megin]

How and where are YOU??? :)

Bump!

[angeleye]

Hi All, Missed you guys LOTS!
Actually on a special project so I was at a different station for a couple of days. Glad to be back - its weird sitting at someone elses desk :>
In addition finalizing everything on the divorce has made for all idle time to be spent wisely,from re-budgeting to schools, sooooooooo much to do!

Weird w/o week, schedule being moved around this weekend due to T.A. being out of town. We shifted everything up including cardio,needless to say.....one is very SPENT today. Back to back step circuit(which means alot of knee stress) Ill be spending Sat and Sun lightly. Im thinking a pinch of EFX on Sat but thats it in cardio. I still owe heavy leg, shldr, ab/glu. Dont know how to fit it all in but ITS GOING TO HAPPEN. No stats today, not feeling it, however, Im on point and excited about it. But so ya know

MOOD: Is strong as a LIONESS and as graceful as a PEACOCK!
LIFE IS AWESOME!

[arose70]

Geesh, send some of that great mood over here ;) Sounds like you are BUSY! Good luck getting your workouts in!! Have a great weekend :)

[WannaBeModel]

:D Glad to see that you are alive and okay. Busy, busy, busy! I know that you can handle it, though! :)

[angeleye]

Im wondering do I need to just start this maddness over again:> Gosh Ive missed this site and unfortunately, I dont have the time or energy to start from the last entry, so I guess this span of lost time will just count as the blur on the way to divorce.
Nutrition and exercise is still my key focus, Ive fallen here and there. But for the most of it Ive maintained the drive to make it happen. Im looking foward to reading and catching up with the wild bunch, cant wait to see all or your lives in black and white. Im praying there is still an excursion going on because Im all set to roll. Ill be in around 11p to get caught up so I can begin to make sense of this krazy addiction again!

[StlBarbie]

Weloome Back to the Dark Side!!! :D

[angeleye]

Im re-thinking this thing. I want to go with the standard meals, and wt plan but for some reason I still feel like Im missing the purpose of this thing - helping others and teaching myself what my body is truly capable of. Outside of my dieting for contest rules, there really seems to be only slight modifications that were made in this off season time. Im realizing that the E.D. that I thought I had been healed of only masked itself into other issues.

Blah, blah, blah Im going to read, maybe Ill be more inspired when Im done!

[WannaBeModel]

Ack! I've heard about this post contest syndrome from many competitors. I hope you get back in the swing of things! I hate to see you slip back into those bad habits. It's not worth it at all, but I am sure you know that. Remember, off season training is important AND fun! :D Just keep eating big and training hard so you can that you can blow those girls out of the water again! :)

[angeleye]

I actually had to re-read my history Im so out of sorts! Im keeping the old format until I get a clue :>
Mood:
Meals:
Maneuvers:
Maintaining:
Yeah that will work and of course Im not imputing any of that info, its toooooooo embarrasing right now.
Things of importance:
Bulking:
I was told I was too small for my show last June, and I personally felt I was holding too much body fat. I know this will be a direct contradiction for me becuz Im still having spurts of confusion with my E.D. Its not in full gear, Im just concerned with it rearing its ugly head from time to time as an option. I dont have a grip on how I should be eating right now, and Im pretty much just a few steps away from my initial diet (diet I) of contest prep. I know this is not benificial at all in bulking but after losing momentum just got to lazy to research the methods necessary. Need less to say ITS OVA' - Im ready to work.
Life:
WKO schedule - less intensity
Sun: 11-kickboxing and circuit(back)
Mon: 5-step 6 - POWERFLEX(Weight circuit) (bi's/tri's)
Tue: 7-Yoga
Wed: 7-Kickboxing (chest)
Thur: 4:30-Legs
Fri: 5-PFLEX (ab's/glutes)
Sat: Shoulders

Im 2 months away from ACE certification and 2 potential clients starting this week :> They trusting enough PRE-CERTIFICATION I guess.
Im a month away from the divorce hearing and fully re-located and in functioning mode at my parents.
2 new part time jobs: mortgage consultant and driving as a family courtesy car Saturday am's(dont laugh too hard, ok)
all and all - yeah you guessed it - Im on my knuckles tired.

[StlBarbie]

SO VERY GLAD YOU HAVE RETURNED!!! We have missed YOU!!!! :)

[WannaBeModel]

We'll I'll be d@mned... :D

Welcome back!!!! Sounds like you have A LOT on your plate right now. Don't think for once that we aren't here to support you. Good luck with the divorce and congrats on the new trainees!

Glad to have you back! :)

[angeleye]

THANX LADIES1
Okay - whats a girl gotta do to GET BIG!?????????

[WannaBeModel]

THANX LADIES1
Okay - whats a girl gotta do to GET BIG!?????????
Eat. :) Eat carbs. :) Eat protein. :) Lift heavy. :)

Girl, you know what to do. Just do it! Get those carbies in your body...your muscles will thank you!

[angeleye]

AHHHHHHH CARBS - HAVE YOU LOST YOUR MIND!
Ive heard of those things before, but Im scared of them! Of course your talkin about those oat things that fill you up and make you feel like you ate a bear! okay okay - Ill give it a shot.
Ratios?????????????????? whatcha thinking? Are you prep for your debut/bulking still(havent got all the way throught yours yet) I can come be nosey and check you out, know anyone else in the process?

[WannaBeModel]

I'm not "bulking" anymore. Due to hurricane crap, house crap, class crap, I've put on some fat and I'm am just eating as clean as possible so that I can see what is underneath this insulation. :p Sillyvent is bulking right now, so is MsJewels.

Eat some carbs, dammit! :D Even if it is just a piece of fruit with your breakfast as well as fruit and milk with your pre and post workout meals. Your energy levels will sky rocket and you'll be able to move some serious weight. Go for it!