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sthpadregrl

03-11-2005, 01:05 PM

HI ALL
I’VE BEEN LURKING HERE FOR A WHILE NOW AND I’M IN A POSITION OF NEEDING TO COMPLETLEY OVERHAUL MY LIFESTYLE. I’VE BEEN “ACTIVE” MY WHOLE LIFE, PLAYING IN MANY SPORTS, MILITARY BACKGROUND AND A RUNNER FOR YRS. RECENTLY WITH A DIVORCE I’VE HAD TO ADJUST MY SCHEDULE AND MY ROUTINE HAS FALLEN TO THE BACKBURNER. I’M TRYING TO GET BACK ON TRACK….. SCHEDULE SEEMS TO BE MY BIGGEST DOWNFALL. BUT I ABSOLUTELY MISS MY WORKOUTS.
MY GOALS WITH THIS JOURNAL IS REALLY JUST TO KEEP ACCOUNTABLE TO “SOMEONE” AND HOPEFULLY THAT WILL HELP ME BUILD UP MY HEALTHY HABITS AGAIN. THERE IS ALSO SO MUCH TO LEARN FROM YOU LADIES AND I’M ANXIOUS FOR THE INPUT YOU CAN PROVIDE (I MAY GET FIRED IM ADDICTED TO THIS SITE) lol
I HAVE ALSO COMMITTED TO COMPETING IN AN ADVENTURE RACE (SPRINT AMATEUR STYLE) THIS SEPT AND I’M USING THAT AS A TRAINING GOAL. I HAVE MORE OF A RUNNERS BACKGROUND AND WEIGHTLIFT TO SUPPLEMENT THAT TRAINING. WITH THE ADVENTURE RACE IN MY FUTURE I’M HOPING TO BUILD MY ENDURANCE BACK UP. OVER ALL I REALLY NEED TO LOSE BODYFAT AND WANT TO INCREASE MY STRENGTH FOR THE RACE.
I JUST RECENTLY JOINED BACK UP WITH A GYM SO I SHOULD BE GETTING MY MEASUREMENTS AND STATS HERE SHORTLY. (I’D LOVE TO GET THAT EAT YOUR HEART OUT LOOK FOR MY EXHUSBAND ) HAHHAHA

I’M 28 YRS
5’ 1” APROX 140 LBS

MY GOAL !!! CONSISTENCY
SEEMS LIKE I CAN’T GET A PERFECT WEEK EVEN ONCE. I WILL HAVE MY SCHEDULE LINED UP AND MISS AT LEAST 1 WORKOUT A WEEK. NEVER FAILS.
I ONLY WORK EACH MUSCLE GROUP ONCE A WEEK AND THEN DO A DAY OF CIRCUIT TRAINING BECAUSE AS PREVIOUSLY MENTIONED I’VE BUILT MY ROUTINE AROUND MY RUNNING AND NOW NEED TO BUILD MY OVERALL STRENGTH.

sthpadregrl

03-11-2005, 02:05 PM

MONDAY/CHEST
RUN 3M

bench press
close hand press
incline db press
incline db flyes
dips

TUES/LEGS
run stairs for warm up, usually just 5-10 min
squats
leg press
leg ext
leg curl
walking lunges superset with stiff legged deadlifts
calf raises while doing squats

WED/BACK
bike 20 min, warm up
pull ups
seated row
lat pulldowns
dumbbell rows

THURS/BI'S/TRI'S/SHLD
tricep pull down
skull crusher or kickback
mil press
front/lat raises
bentover side raises
ez curl
incline curls
hammer curl or concentration

FRI/DOUBLE CARDIO
easy 3-4 mile run in am

stairmaster/elliptical in pm (working out with friend on friday even)

SAT
play soccer (i count this as an interval cardio session)
if no soccer game, run 8-10 miles easy

SUN
fix it day!
This is my rest day unless earlier in the week i missed a workout. then I make up on this day. If i did good, circuit training with only body weight exercises...usually don't hit legs (too sore from soccer)

sthpadregrl

03-11-2005, 02:12 PM

B
3 egg whites, low carb yogurt
S
apple with natural pb
S
10 almonds
L
salad (my salads have tons of peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, spinach and carrots and never use dressing) 7oz pack tuna
D
steamed turkey breast, grilled peppers and pinepple (i know probably too much sugar for evening but my kids love the grilled pineapple) 2 tbls wild rice

i drink only water all day

sthpadregrl

03-11-2005, 02:18 PM

MsJewels

03-11-2005, 02:53 PM

MY GOAL !!! CONSISTENCY
SEEMS LIKE I CAN’T GET A PERFECT WEEK EVEN ONCE.

Wow, that all-caps is hard to read! I have to admit I skimmed it (I'll come back to read it through!), but I wanted to tell you, don't think about having a perfect week. Life happens, workouts are missed, and then you do that workout the next day. Take life one day at a time: Eat healthy for today. That's way easier to accomplish (and more rewarding!) than looking back at your entire week and criticizing the little details here and there.

MsJewels

03-11-2005, 02:56 PM

I do have a few questions on the supplements people are adding to their diets?
1. what is with the flaxseed oil? Is this just to add "healthy fats" to your diet? Is this something we don't get enough of naturally? (fish nuts....)
2. when people are saying "scoop" of protein in oatmeal and stuff...is that just thrown in there? I don't like plain oatmeal so just checking to see how i can condition myself to eat it without adding sugar. I used to eat 1/2 cup oatmeal but i'd add a small can of diced peaches to it...but that syrup OH NO.

Oh! I get way too excited about oatmeal questions...

I LOVE to put fresh or frozen fruit into my regular oatmeal. Strawberries, blueberries, cranberries, raspberries (ok, that's a luxury), or even raisons would work. I put the berries in with the dry oatmeal, and then pour the boiling water over everything so that it heats the fruit. You could also us a bit of splenda instead of sugar.

I don't use protein powder in oatmeal myself, but I suppose you could get vanilla flavoured, or strawberry, and mix that up in there. But I'd rather have the protein shake on the side, and my oatmeal seperate.

SC1

03-11-2005, 09:21 PM

Wow, that all-caps is hard to read! I have to admit I skimmed it (I'll come back to read it through!),

Me too! It was hard to read. Thanks for switching to lowercase!

Can you tell us more about your goals? If you want to gain muscle, then I'm not sure your cardio routine is optimal. The 3 mile run, and certainly the 8-10 mile run would actually be determinatal to it than helpful. Of course, it all depends on your goals!

Ahh, ha ha. Just went back and read your first post... I only skimmed it because it was such a mess.

Okay, now that I know your goals, nevermind about that running too much stuff. How many reps and sets are you doing?

The adventure race sounds interesting. Can you tell us a little more about it?

You only drink water? Wow. I hope to get to that point soon. Good job!

aprilai

03-11-2005, 10:05 PM

hi there! welcome sth =)

i add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to my oatmeal 'cause it helps the oatmeal taste better and also increases the protein count for the meal. it's a meal i look forward to everday, especially with peanut butter and banana =)

B
3 egg whites, low carb yogurt
S
apple with natural pb
S
10 almonds
L
salad (my salads have tons of peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, spinach and carrots and never use dressing) 7oz pack tuna
D
steamed turkey breast, grilled peppers and pinepple (i know probably too much sugar for evening but my kids love the grilled pineapple) 2 tbls wild rice

i drink only water all day

you need to eat more than that. you also need more protein... how about upping the 3 eggwhites to 4? also are you in a run during the 2 snacks? it's better to spread your foods throughout the day. since you're eating more later in the day, it shows that you're not eating enough earlier that day.

sthpadregrl

03-14-2005, 06:49 AM

Hey Ladies, sorry about the caps.....habit from my work applications. Unfortunately I sit at a computer all day.

Thanks so much for the input on the oatmeal too! I know i need the carbs in the am especially on the days i get to squeeze in my runs. Here's how it went this weekend. Not that great, but I'm happy with it for a weekend. It seems pretty easy for my to keep my diet in check during the week since I just sit at a desk all day. It's the weekends when I'm with my kids all day that I tend to stray.

FRI
i did end up playing on the men's soccer team Friday night (they needed a sub) that was the fastest soccer game I have played in about 15 yrs. Thought i would throw up...ughuggh but i scored!!

Sat

my parent's were in town this weekend so unfortunately we ate out alot.

B
4 eggwhites, 1 egg, tofu, peppers,mushroom and spinach omelette

S
1/2 grapefruit, almonds

L
grilled chicken breast, steamed mixed veggies (broc, cauli,carrots)
side salad

S
1/2 protein shake, banana

D
leftover turkey breast, peppers and salad

played soccer game, no subs (sheesh)

my game as at 10pm and the team went out for a late night meal....
that has been a little bit of a trap lately LOL
but i had the other half of my protein shake and a side salad so i was proud of myself.

SUN

ran 6 miles (slow and easy)

B
protein shake, banana

S
1/2 cup oatmeal w/mashed bananas and sprinkle of cinnamon

L
son had a basketball party at a pizza place ughgughg
i had about 4 trips to the salad bar

S
for some reason I was hungry so i stuffed a tomato with some turkey and broc and shredded cheese...not to bad

D
broiled chicken, steamed broc and asparagus

sthpadregrl

03-14-2005, 07:07 AM

So Aprilai suggested eating more in the day and questioned the two snacks in the am.
I was doing my runs during my lunch hour and my workouts in the evenings, but that has changed since my ex left. I prefer not to leave my kids in the gym daycare in the evening, when they have been in daycare all day. So my snacks were so I was "fueled" but not heavy. I hate running heavy. Since I'm trying to adapt to this new single mommy lifestyle I've been running in the mornings before work and then doing weights during my lunch hour. (another reason why I only work 1 muscle group a day, very short hour)
So I'll probably move my actual lunch up to one of those snacks and snack twice in the afternoon. Just to check things out. People at work say I eat all day anyways. LOL

sthpadregrl

03-14-2005, 10:04 AM

The adventure race sounds interesting. Can you tell us a little more about it?

You only drink water? Wow. I hope to get to that point soon. Good job![/QUOTE]

The adventure race is a sprint distance which means the "average athlete" should be able to finish in 2-3 hrs. It's a combination of trail running, mountain biking and kayaking. You have a 2 man team, run 3-4 miles, ride 8-10 miles...then kayak a mile then run again. They will throw in mystery events which can just be some simple following directions examples...fireman's carry of your partner, or obstacle course. It's usually something small, but tests your alertness and teamwork after a couple of hours of running...LOL

I only drink water mainly cause i don't like anything else. I've tried a couple of green teas...nope...don't like reg tea, hate coffee...I have one crutch and that is Dr Pepper.. I've tried the diet version and other diet sodas and I just can't stand them. So I'm stuck on water. When I am tired of it I'll grab a diet tropical splash v8 and when i cheat it's definitely a DR Pepper.

So I'm still working on it, i just don't keep it in the house. LOL

sthpadregrl

03-14-2005, 02:06 PM

I'm starving today for some reason?? maybe it's because I was actually able to run on Sunday and this am.

ran 3 miles this morning. slow...cold outside hurts my throat ughgughgh
Meal 1
protein shake, added tofu and 2 egg whites
Meal 2
banana and low carb yogurt
Meal 3 (this was supposed to be my after workout meal but i was hungry already)
turkey breast, grilled peppers and romaine and spinach

worked back during lunch hour
ran 1.5 mile warm up
seated row 3 sets
machine assisted pullups 2 sets
lat pulldowns 3 sets
1arm db rows 3 sets
back extensions, 2x15

*** i did have a dole fruit popsicle after my workout, i just love them after i run ***
30 cal, 5g carbs and 3g sugar

Meal 4
friend brought me subway...yeah!! since I already ate my lunch
unfortunately forgot i eat the wraps
so 3in wheat, turkey extra veggies w/ swiss cheese

water all day so far, have my 1st date in a year tonight. Not sure what meal is planned.

sthpadregrl

03-15-2005, 06:09 AM

meal 5
ended up Schlotzskies (sp?) on the date. Babysitter fell threw so we took the kids with.
ate small turkey on dark rye bread, handful of my daughters chips and water

went to movies (Robot)
shared water with "him"

sthpadregrl

03-17-2005, 08:05 AM

Am, 10 min treadmill warm up, just really walked on high incline

Abs

Meal 1

Protein shake, with low carb milk, ½ banana and some frozen berries

Meal 2

10 almonds, small banana and peanut butter

I seriously don’t feel well today.

Elliptical 15 min warm up

Legs

Leg press 3x

Leg ext 3x

Leg curl 3x

Walking lunges, ss with deadlift

Meal 2

Grilled chicken breast, peppers

Meal 3

Lonestar, dinner salad steak, steamed veggies

This was when I went to the MacHomer play (2nd date) WAY COOL I had a great night, it was the best show I’ve ever paid to go see.

sthpadregrl

03-17-2005, 08:26 AM

Ok still not feeling well at all today. Thinking I'm fighting off a sinus infection or something since it's all allergies. Being up late didn't help and I have to pack for weekend trip. ughgugh

MEAL 1
1 shredded wheat biscuit, low carb milk, 4 egg whites

MEAL 2
apple and natural pb

MEAL 3
grilled chicken breast, salad greens

worked Chest
bench press 3x
push ups to failure
close hand press 3x
push ups to failure
incline db press 2x
push ups to fail
incline db flyes 3x
dips to failure (not many)

MEAL 4
salad, 7 oz tuna, dole popsicle

MEAL 5
salmon patty, salad and broc/caul steamed veggie mix

sthpadregrl

03-24-2005, 09:18 AM

Ok, I had a great vacation. I have to start this paragraph by reiterating that fact (even to myself) that it was awesome to see my family and I felt so good and refreshed just spending a couple of days with family and friends and the beach.

But now.....i've gained 8lbs? 8 WTH I mean I know that I honestly didn't eat 1 thing good all weekend, not one. Maybe a strawberry. But I didn't eat a lot either....I mean when i don't workout...i can usually just have like 2 meals a day. I did do a long run with my father just for old time's sake...and it was so nice to run for the sake of doing something for myself. To run along side him....talking laughing and remembering the good ol' days. but I didn't really workout at all. In fact my father joked that I messed up his routine. LOL

Also I got extremely sick on the drive home. I mean I pulled over and was vomitting every 45 min. It was awful. Made an 11 hour drive about 13.5 hrs. So i should have lost everything that day anyways. LOL

I'm just shocked and a little depressed. I'm just now getting back to work, routine and my kids are gone for the next couple of days (with their father) so I guess I'll try to double my workouts to sort of shake up my metabolism. I don't even want to look at myself right now though. I'm disgusted, depressed and honestly a little embarrassed. I guess that is 1 good thing about this journal....putting my mistakes out there for some accountability.

*** Also, I just started last week with 1st, 2nd date with this guy. 1st date in a year, and 1st date since my husband left.
This has me totally wiggin....I'm nervous and I feel so insecure with my body now. I mean once you are married 8 yrs you don't really see the physical flaws, what's a couple of pounds when you are comfortable with someone. This guy put his hand on my lower back as we were walking through a crowd, and i immediately freaked out thinking....oh no if he goes 1 inch to the right or left he'll feel the rolls i've developed. ***

I've been in sports my whole life and have lived a fit lifestyle mainly cause i just love it so much. I've never felt like it was "work" to keep up with it...and i certainly never watched the scale, or questioned my body....why am i sooo insecure?? and why do the numbers matter so much?? ughgughgh

sthpadregrl

03-24-2005, 09:25 AM

ran 5 miles

meal 1
Protein shake
meal 2
1/2 cup oatmeal, mashed bananas, scoop protein, sprinkle cinnamon(this is really good thanks for the input on the oatmeal)
meal 3
4 egg whites, 1/2 grapefruit
meal 4
half chicken breast, peppers and broc

worked back
pull ups
seated row
lat pulldowns
dumbbell rows
back extensions

meal 5
1/2 protein shake, apple

ran another 2 miles, fast

1/2 protein shake, 4 egg whites, other 1/2 grapefruit

*** im only able to run twice a day this week since my kids are out of town, but i'm hoping to jump start my metabolism as well ***

ChocoChick

03-24-2005, 09:49 AM

I think you are eating way too little. Have you figured out what your calories are? undereating won't help you to lose weight any faster. In fact, it'll have just the opposite effect: your body will store the calories it gets as fat and will slow down your metabolism even more. Also, be sure to have a protein at every meal. www.fitday.com is a good resource for tracking your intake. Finally, take a look at the "Newbie with Questions" thread in the nutrition section of the women's forum for some good tips on diet.

sthpadregrl

03-24-2005, 11:09 AM

ok, i've had a few people tell me to add more calories. (thanks dbflgrl)
and honestly I just don't see how. I mean I'm never hungry...the 2 smaller meals i have in the day time I'm already adding because I know that I "need" them to properly fuel my body. I will admit I come from a history of thinking that you had to expend more calories then you take in to lose weight. As in, consume less+burn more=weight loss....and I'm probably conditioned to get by on smaller portions. For the most part I do eat more when I'm hungry. There are days after long runs or whatever that I just can't get enough food, and I try to fill that need. But on a daily basis I don't seem to be getting what is recommended as far as my cal count.
I have been adding an extra egg white here and there where i used to eat 2 or 3 i'll have 4-6....
I added oatmeal and usually an extra snack in the day. I just got into the protein shake lifestyle and they are soooo heavy and so filling. I'm using the Labrada Lean Body for her replacement shake right now...I'll try a new one when I kill that box.
I usually make it with 8oz water, and 8oz low carb milk, throw in a banana or frozen berries....I've added tofu or eggwhites to it also. But it is just too filling. When I make just the shake in water...too watery. LOL maybe I'm picky. But I'm trying these new things.

I do have a question, stupid question I'm sure...on the natural peanut butter. I did finally kill the peter pan habit and have gotten into the natural pb. When it separates while sitting, should i pour that oil out? or is that the good fat we've been trying to get? and just mix it back in. It's sooo runny...I can't get it to mix in and get any sort of consistency. I don't spread it now, i dip stuff in it cause it's so watery. (i keep dripping it on my keyboard) My kids won't eat it either cause it's so runny. any good brands you all recommend?

also....i did start using fitday. honestly it's sort of a pain....to add each item. but i just found the "recently added" foods button, so hopefully that will start appearing on my journal. How accurate is that site? I know everyone uses it, but i have days that won't even hit 700 cal and I just find that hard to believe. I feel like im eating all the time.
when are we supposed to measure our food? before or after cooking? I usually just figured the "deck of cards" saying for my meats....and tuna i just eat the whole package

ok......i sort of made that too long...so here are my questions

1. what ratio am i looking for when people are saying 40/30/30 and what is the order, as in carb/pro/fat, or fat/carb/pro....actually i know fat is the lesser one...but not the other two.

2. any good natural pb brands? do you mix in the oil that separates, or pour it out? I'm asking cause i've heard to do that with the watery stuff on top of yogurt.

3. when do you measure food servings, before or after cooking?

4. good protein recommendation?
im currently using Labrada Lean Body for her replacement shakes.

my fitday numbers for day 3-16 (posted diet above)
came out to 698 cal 26%fat/27%carb/47%pro
if that is correct then yeah...i should shoot myself

ChocoChick

03-24-2005, 07:00 PM

1. what ratio am i looking for when people are saying 40/30/30 and what is the order, as in carb/pro/fat, or fat/carb/pro....actually i know fat is the lesser one...but not the other two.

I always write it as protein/carb/fat but I am not sure there is a standard. In general, you want ~1g protein for each pound of bodyweight. So for you that would be 140g or 560 calories. Then add ~.3g fat per pound, for 42g fat, which is another 378 calories. The rest should be your carbs -- good, complex carbs like brown rice, yams, oatmeal, etc. I tend to eat in a ratio of roughly 35p/40c/25f but you will need to experiement and find what works for you. As a rough guideline, I'd say that protein shouldn't drop below 30%, carbs shouldn't go over 50% or under 30% and fat shouldn't exceed 30%. With the exception of your last meal in the evening, you should be having protein, carb and fat in your chosen ratios at every meal. Looks to me like you omit the carbs pretty often.

2. any good natural pb brands? do you mix in the oil that separates, or pour it out? I'm asking cause i've heard to do that with the watery stuff on top of yogurt.

I am currently using Maranatha Organic natural pb (Costco) and it is soooooo yummy. Mixes pretty easily too and stays mixed. Actually, even Smuckers Natural Peanut Butter, which is available in most supermarkets, stays mixed. I am not sure why you are having problems with this. When you first open it, there will be oil on top. Mix this in! It will take a bit and you will need to scrape the pb from the bottom of the jar to get it all evenly mixed (I use a knife, which is easier than a spoon). Then, after it's all thoroughly mixed, refrigerate it. I usually give it a quick remix the first couple of times I use it and then I leave it alone. It has never separated on me. Don't pour off the oil or you will end up with inedible grit. And don't pour the watery stuff off your yogurt, either -- that's the whey! Just mix it in.

3. when do you measure food servings, before or after cooking?

Fitday usually gives you options for entering either cooked or uncooked weights. As a rule, when a recipe calls for 6oz o something, it refers to the uncooked weight.

4. good protein recommendation?
im currently using Labrada Lean Body for her replacement shakes.

I use Optium Nutrition Natural Whey in chocolate. It is not a meal replacement, just a protein shake. I mix it with skim milk and have it post-workout. I wouldn't rely on shakes too much -- you are better off getting as much of your protein as possible from real food. A shake is a good idea pwo.

my fitday numbers for day 3-16 (posted diet above)
came out to 698 cal 26%fat/27%carb/47%pro
if that is correct then yeah...i should shoot myself

Nah, don't shoot yourself. But you do need to eat more. Fitday is reasonably accurate, i.e., it might have a slight variation (5% or less) from the label of what you are eating but it all evens out. If fitday says you are eating only 700 calories then either you aren't entering your foods right or you are eating way too little and this will definitely stall your weight loss and your muscle gain (which will further stall your weight loss).

Hope this helps!

sthpadregrl

03-28-2005, 07:27 AM

ok....just wanna point out that I only have access to the internet at work. (yeah im not getting any work done since i'm addicted to this site)
So I'm trying to update my weekend meals on Mondays. This weekend is easy since I was SICK the whole time

I went out Thursday night with the new guy. We just went to Arby's, had the martha's vineyard salad.
I wasn't feeling great Thursday....but man.....I just got so sick......sick all night long. Which I had the same episode the weekend before on my road trip so I am thinkinig I wasn't completely over whatever stomach bug I had.
So I was so sick this guy takes me to the emergency room. (terrible for a umm 3rd date)

Friday stayed home and slept all day
I had water, about 1 cup of gatorade and an 8oz sprite

Saturday
1/2 cup oatmeal
water, 8 oz OJ
I had an eggo waffle with pb and 1/2 banana before my soccer games hoping to just get through, but i was still feeling awful..
I wasn't going to play but we needed 3 females and there were only 3 that showed up including me. So figured i'd hang back and not do much since I didn't feel well...but I'm too competitive for that. I felt ok for the 1st game but by the second game I was getting tired and a little light headed..so i just sort of hung around by the goal pretending to play defense..

Sunday
slept, water, slept, water, oatmeal, water, slept water......

sthpadregrl

03-28-2005, 07:29 AM

dbflgrl.........thanks for your response. I think I'm going to work on increasing my cals and i'm gonna have to go a couple of weeks just using fitday to even see what sort of ratio's I have, for a benchmark so i can know how to manipulate them.
I really appreciate your help and hopefully this week I can hold some food down.

sthpadregrl

03-29-2005, 07:02 AM

didn't run this morning, too tired

meal 1
3 egg whites, 1 c oatmeal w/diced peaches and 1 scoop protein

meal 2
whole wheat pita w/tuna, cucumber, peppers, spinach and romaine

ran 2 miles
worked chest

bench press 3x
close hand press 2x
incline db press 3x
incline db flyes 3x
dips 1 set to failure

meal 2
apple with natural pb, 3 egg whites

meal 4
steamed turkey breast, steamed caul/broc/carrot medley

sthpadregrl

03-29-2005, 08:04 AM

OK this is just a funny tidbit...I was looking at some pics i just got developed of my son's soccer game. and "the guy" was at the soccer practice wearing a BB.com tshirt..........I was like...OMG that's just too perfect. LOL

anyways...today is turning out to be really pretty so Im thinking of skipping the leg workout and running outside for a change. CANT WAIT....just waiting for my lunch hour now. LOL damn work.

arose70

03-29-2005, 08:31 AM

Oh, I found your journal! Thanks for the reply in mine...I think we have some similar problems. I also have trouble getting enough cals in my day, currently I'm only at 1300 (and at 6 feet I think I get filled to about mid-thigh :) ) Some suggestions that have been given to me are almonds, avocados, PB--I get addicted easily though! I found that almonds are pretty expensive though so I bought a big bag of sunflower seeds and I add them to my salads...it is really good. I have been using fitday to keep track of my ratios and cals and it really helps to see what foods have an influence on your ratios. I also down a couple scoops of protein a day, its a great way to add a couple hundred cals not to mention protein!

Sorry to hear you've been so sick lately! When I started my new "clean" eating I threw up that night and I talked to a trainer about it and he said that the same things happen to him when he changes his diet drastically...maybe that has a part in it? Either way, throwing up sucks!

sthpadregrl

03-29-2005, 10:24 AM

Arose thanks for the shout out...i hadn't heard anything about a diet change making you sick. That in itself is interesting. I mean I know if go all out on junk food i feel sick. My diet hasn't really changed much...but when you mentioned that i realized that my spring break trip was a total diet disaster, so maybe that was enough to make me ill??? hmmm
im not 100% but i feel good enough to hit the gym. I'm excited cause it's almost 65 deg out....im going running, im going running

sthpadregrl

03-29-2005, 11:21 AM

ok did fitday...for 3-28 and it was a little better (cal amt)
1112 cal
25% f
36% c
39% p

Krissypoo

03-29-2005, 11:30 AM

ok did fitday...for 3-28 and it was a little better (cal amt)
1112 cal
25% f
36% c
39% p

Eat more! You are going to make yourself sick with this caloric intake!

sthpadregrl

03-29-2005, 01:05 PM

Wannabe........thanks I'm trying to increase my calories. I never realized I was eating so little since I'm eating all the time, and never hungry. I am new at this and just now getting with fitday to see my numbers as a starting point so i can adjust them as necessary. This was the 1st time i hit over 1000 cal in like a month. Maybe I will today since I'm actually hungry. So maybe my body is finally catching on. Yay!! I was just trying to make sure that i added the "right" stuff.

I just started on my protein and that is 155 cal a scoop so there's some. heheh

arose70

03-29-2005, 02:04 PM

Great job on the 1000 cals, keep going up-you can do it! Last week I was hitting about 1200 and now today I think I'm going to hit at least 1400-1500...its pretty exciting how your body adapts to it, when you start eating more you are going to feel awesome! I already have more energy and I can definitely attribute it to the extra cals...honestly, I haven't eaten this much (outside of a binge week) consistently in years. Kinda scary but I feel really good now. I'm not going to weigh myself for a while just because people have told me I may increase a few pounds before they start coming off so I'm just going to be patient. I know you can increase your cals too, taifighter gave me a good plan-increase about 100-200 cals per day each week until you hit a good number for you...lots of people suggest 1800 and up. Good luck and let us know how it goes!!!

sthpadregrl

03-30-2005, 06:33 AM

I'm so proud of myself... i felt hungry yesterday and my cal went up. So that's good.
not sure on my ratio's though

Meal 1
3 egg whites, banana

Meal 2
rice cake, w/pb

worked out during lunch hour
ran stairs, then worked legs
squats 4x
leg press 3x
ham curl 2x
leg ext 2x
walking lunges 2x

Meal 3
turkey breast, brown rice and broccoli

Meal 4
tuna, 10 almonds

Ran some sprints while the kids were in soccer practice.

Meal 5 (every Tues our soccer team goes to local steakhouse)
salad, small sirloin steak aprox 7oz, steamed veggies (i ususally get the chicken breast, but the red meat was calling me, maybe since it's almost that time of the month)

fitday
cal 1391
38% f
15% c
47% p

arose70

03-30-2005, 06:58 AM

Awesome job on getting more cals!! Get em up a tad more and then you can concentrate on finding foods to fit a ratio you want.

MsJewels

03-30-2005, 11:22 AM

SORRY I HAVEN'T WRITEN IN AWHILE. BUT I READ THROUGH YOUR JOURNAL AND WANTED TO COMMENT A BIT MORE.

Just teasing you about the all caps! ;)

You definitely need to eat more! I know you've heard that from others, but it can't be stressed enough. If you don't eat properly, your body will go into starvation mode, which means storing fat and feeding on muscle = stringy, non-musclar girl! No no no! Enjoy your food throughout the day, and I suspect this will help with your recently illnesses, too. I would feel sick, too, if I ate only 1000 cals! I'm 5'4", 110 lbs and I eat over 2000 cals a day and am maintaining my weight (so I'm actually going to up my cals a little to gain muscle). Oh, and to add that right now for exercise I'm doing weightlifting only for no more than an hour 5 days a week.

Great to hear that you're back in the dating scene. How's it going with that guy? I'm sure he wasn't thinking about any possible 'back fat' when he put his hand on your back. :) Good for you for taking a negative experience (divorce) and turning it into a positive life change (getting fit!!).

I'm excited to continue to watch your progress.

Krissypoo

03-30-2005, 11:43 AM

I'm so proud of myself... i felt hungry yesterday and my cal went up. So that's good.

VERY GOOD! Keep eating! You'll find that you will want to eat more as you work harder. You've got to fuel those workouts.

worked out during lunch hour
ran stairs, then worked legs
squats 4x
leg press 3x
ham curl 2x
leg ext 2x
walking lunges 2x

You should do cardio last, lift first. You probably won't be able to run the stairs after that, but you will have gotten a much better workout from the lifting

Meal 1
3 egg whites, banana

Meal 2
rice cake, w/pb

Meal 3
turkey breast, brown rice and broccoli

Meal 4
tuna, 10 almonds

fitday
cal 1391
38% f
15% c
47% p

Still not enough food! You can definitely eat more. Add some oats into your first meal, if you can. And more egg whites :) I mix mine all up and make a big pancake. You could still eat the banana, just slice it up on top of the pancake. Also, you are eating the PB before a workout. You shouldn't eat fats before a workout. Instead, have a fast absorbing protein like a whey shake and the rice cake before your workout. And eat some veggies! They make you pretty ;)

sthpadregrl

03-30-2005, 02:52 PM

thanks for all the input and encouragment ladies!!

MSJewels, thanks for coming back

Thanks for the input, I am seriously working on my calories it's been enforced so many times now.
The divorce actually had a backwards effect on me. LOL my ex was the best workout partner ever. He is so dedicated it's scary in fact within the last yr of our marriage i think he honestly took working out to an unhealthy obsession. It became a problem in our schedule, with our kids routine/diet and well obviously with us. But that's where all my weight gain came from. I've been able to maintain approx 115-120 lbs for the last 5 yrs (after military life) and the month he left my schedule was just upside down.
I have no one to watch the kids so I can't run as much as i did or get in those extra workouts.
Plus my children were obviously torn up about it and we spent some nights together playing at the park, instead at the gym with them in the gym daycare. WE are all adapting now and that's why I'm trying to get back into this hardcore....who gains 20 lbs in a yr and a half..ughgughgh

I talked to my kids last month and said.......look you used to be in the gym daycare once a week and we are going to go back to that schedule. My son said "yeah I was kind of wondering when you were going to get back into that" LOL from the mouths of babes I tell ya!!

anyhoo...new guy is nice...taking it slow. He's my son's coach so I see him 3 times a week anyways. LOL LIke i said i saw the BB.com shirt and though...oh yeah I'm hooked.

WannaBe...I promise I'm trying :) thank you for the ideas to bring it up. I'm feeling better so we'll see if the appetite comes back as well.

sthpadregrl

03-30-2005, 03:00 PM

let me clarify on the stuff with my ex, cause it sounds like I have an aversion to working out compared to him.
my bday.........lets go out to dinner, no, im going to the gym
he would call in sick to work to get a 2nd workout that day
my daughter tried to use her easy bake oven for him and he'd have her in tears because it was bad for her, and certainly wasn't on HIS cheat day. He is 6ft 2 and has a very lean build...can't really bulk up much. He was about 180lb 2 yrs ago...then got into the lowcarb lifestyle (too much imo) and he is a very pathetic looking 130 right now. I mean he looks like he has a terminal illness. Like I said, unhealthy obsession that interfered with raising our family.
Anyhoo....we had a perfect routine....days i went to the gym in the AM he took them to school and vice versa. afternoon workouts were reversed as well so the kids were only in the gym daycare 1 day a week. Now I just can't squeeze in the same amt of gym time as I used to. So i'm using the crappy gym at work, and the few weights i have at home. but i am building my home gym as well. We still agree we want the kids to grow up with a healthy, active lifestyle so i gotta live the example. They are the 1st to tell on me to Daddy if I don't cook a healthy meal for them. LOL

sthpadregrl

03-31-2005, 07:49 AM

Am
Walked treadmill high incline 40 min (my treadmill sucks it sticks and jerks me around when i run, so only walking)
ABS

Meal 1
Protein shake with strawberries, low carb milk

Meal 2
4 egg whites, 10 almonds ??? (so i am not supposed to have fat Preworkout) ??? Wannabe???

lunch workout
ran 1 mile, warm up (people keep saying i need to do my cardio last, this is just a warmup)
back
assisted pull-ups 3x
seated machine row 3x
bent over row 2x
1arm long bar row 2x
back extensions 3 sets 15

Meal 3
grilled chicken breast, mushrooms, broccoli/carrots/caul medley

Meal 5
ate a microwaveable gortons grilled fish fillet? meant to look at the nutrition but forgot. It was pretty small.

Meal 4
Grilled chicken breast, Green beans and salad

Can I just say……….strawberries are officially in season yay!!

fitday
879 cal
24% f
20% c
57% p
*********** these numbers exclude my salad cause it's too much of a pain to add it
my salad was romaine,spinach, iceburg...grape tomatoes, gold/red peppers, cucumbers, carrots, apples and strawberries, no dressing (they are usually pretty loaded so i didn't know how to add them on fitday) ************

overall i think it was pretty clean, but damn still sooo low on my calories. I mean even if i added my salad info it wouldn't be enough calories since it's all just veggies and ruf***e. hahah

still adding.........

Krissypoo

03-31-2005, 08:20 AM

Becca...please eat more! :( Aren't you exhausted on these calories?

Meal one needs some complex carbs
Get rid of the fats in meal 2, add some complex carbs. You need those preworkout. The four egg whites are fine.
Meal 3 is better, but you should add complex carbs
Eat some veggies with that fish and take some fish oil at that time also
The grilled chicken breast meal looks good! I'd take fish oil there, too
You need a meal 6 before bed. I recommend fat free cottage cheese and almonds or peanut butter or casein protein.

You should check out some other journals. Helene's, mine, April's. All of these have good nutrition information. I just don't want you to get sick. I'll help you, if you want...I just don't want to be bossy and force anything on you. I apologize if I have...

sthpadregrl

03-31-2005, 08:38 AM

Wannabe...thanks for your quick responses and I don't think you are bossy at all. I'm just glad to be learning from everyone here. I'm always tired honestly so I am anxious to see if eating more will influence that at all. I thought it was the staying up till 1 or 2 am to clean house and do laundry that was making me tired....who knew? ;)

sthpadregrl

03-31-2005, 08:42 AM

Also, I'm cutting back on my cardio for a while. I discussed it with my father (my workout hero) lol...he's the only person that I know personally that has lived a healthy lifestyle for ummmm at least 40 yrs.
anyways...he's done a few endurance events and thinks my endurance is definitely where it should be and advised concentrating on my strength. The stronger I am the more i can endure down the road anyways. In theory...
The adventure race I'm doing is Sep 10th so i'll build through summer for strength and maybe 6 weeks out do full body workouts to maintain and hit the LSD again for my race.

it's like the go ahead to run less.....hehehe in the beginning of my journal everyone seemed to question the amt i was running anyways...so it seems to fit.

Krissypoo

03-31-2005, 08:58 AM

sthpadregrl

03-31-2005, 09:13 AM

I have 800 cal already, 11 am...hehehe of course I am so full i feel sick....gonna go walk the stairs on a break just to move around. I hate sitting at a desk all day. Work totally gets in the way of my diet plans ;)

arose70

03-31-2005, 12:09 PM

Hi, I just read your reply in Sunny's journal and it was hilarious-I actually laughed out loud here at work (not the best thing but whatever)! The thing about your friends eating cake in front of you while you're working out!!!!??? That is nuts! You are right, can't live with em, can't kill em LOL!

Oh yea, and GREAT job on 800 cals so far today-you are doing so well!!! I hit 1700 yesterday and it made me a tad nervous, it may be psychological today but I feel fat and pudgy (or, as my husband likes to say, "touchy"). Anyway, you did awesome and I'm proud of you-I know how tough it is!!

arose70

03-31-2005, 01:41 PM

diet=uncomfortable starving is what we are used to. LOL

That is soooooo true-NOT ANYMORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Krissypoo

03-31-2005, 07:40 PM

Paichka

03-31-2005, 08:19 PM

Bah I wish I had that problem -- I'm getting 2200-2300 a day! It's not even 8am and I've already eaten close to 900 calories!

Of course, breakfast is my huge meal...lunch & dinner are puny by comparison. :-p

Hey Becca, why don't you try yogurt and protein powder? That's not hugely filling but it's nutritious and very tasty, it might be a good way to add in more calories. :-)

take care,
Sunny

sthpadregrl

04-01-2005, 06:59 AM

Meal 1
Low carb yogurt (woke up late for work)

Meal 2
Ground turkey, corn, tomatoes and yams all mixed together

Meal 3 PWO
7 oz tuna, 4 eggwhites

worked bi's/shoulders
10 min wu on eliptical
mil press 3x
front/side raises 3x
bentover lat raises 2x
ez bar curl 3x
incline hammer curl 3x
drop sets concentration curl 1 set to failure

Meal 4 PWO
1/2 c oatmeal, w/protein and strawberries

Meal 5
banana w/pb

ran 3 miles easy

Meal 6
ended up at subway......6in turkey on wheat, double veggies no dressing
subway's nutrition info says it's 4.5 g f, and 350 cal....im assuming more

fitday
numbers without the sub sandwhich, so really more cal but i dont know the fat/pr/carb info.......
1309 cal (+400ish)
24% f
30% c
45% p

Krissypoo

04-01-2005, 07:09 AM

Meal 1
Low carb yogurt (woke up late for work)

Meal 2
Ground turkey, corn, tomatoes and yams all mixed together

Meal 3 PWO
7 oz tuna, 4 eggwhites

Meal 4 PWO
1/2 c oatmeal, w/protein and strawberries

Meal 5
banana w/pb

Meal 6
ended up at subway......6in turkey on wheat, double veggies no dressing
subway's nutrition info says it's 4.5 g f, and 350 cal....im assuming more

fitday
numbers without the sub sandwhich, so really more cal but i dont know the fat/pr/carb info.......
1309 cal (+400ish)
24% f
30% c
45% p

Much, much better! Keep plugging at it. I still think you need carvs preworkout. Why aren't you having any?

sthpadregrl

04-01-2005, 07:12 AM

I forgot to tell you guys
I cheated last night………..i don’t know just how bad it is for me though.

One of the guys here hunts a lot and always brings me deer meat. So last night I had deer sausage, it’s homemade from the leg mostly of the deer, so he said it’s really lean meat. Cheese and jalepeno’s in it
I had 2 slices with about 8 ritz crackers………it was awesome but I know it was bad
im thinkin that would put me hella close to 1800 calories for yesterday though....so I'm happy with that

sthpadregrl

04-01-2005, 08:34 AM

ok......I never realized I wasn't eating enough carbs. I'm just trying to eat more...and then of course up the protein..and then when to eat it (around the workouts) it was just so much to adjust. LOL
never even really realized i keep cutting carbs. LOL i just assumed there are some in everything anways.
so game plan is more complex/low gi carbs especially before i workout.........
got it
need to buy some efa's too i guess. That's another thing that i guess we just don't get enough of in our daily diet? is that pretty much why we are taking it? I mean I know what they are for...but also thought this didn't need to be added.......any thoughts ladies??

arose70

04-01-2005, 09:17 AM

sthpadregrl, that is so awesome about your son's game!!! 8 points is a TON to score for kids his age-and just in the second half??!! You have the next Michael Jordan on your hands! I love watching kids play ball-it has to be one of the cutest things...except when the refs suck!!!! That elbow trick should get the job done next time someone messes with him and I think you should call the league-losing a tooth is a big deal!

Congrats on the cals and I don't think your cheat was bad at all!! Deer meat is great for you and I wouldn't worry about the cheese and crackers-probably not something to have everyday but this was a special treat! Good job on eating it and getting up your cals.

I've read a tiny bit about efa's and I have come to the conclusion that you should include them in your diet as "healthy fats". I think there may have also been a few studies on how they help decrease bf but I read that in the "losing fat" forum and I don't know the sources they used for that info. I think many people use them and they are beneficial with little side effects if any. I am going to start them in a couple weeks too!!

sb_cali

04-01-2005, 11:31 AM

I just read about your son's game in arose's journal. Great story! (I have an 8 year-old boy too, so I can relate - althought he's pretty non-competitive, he still likes to play ball.) Congrats on his 8 pts!

My hubs also hunts and we have a freezer full of deer meat and elk meat. The deer sausage is so yummy. Although I'm not a big fan of plain deer met, but the ELK.... (drool) I love it! It's also pretty lean. Good stuff!

Anyway - I enjoy reading your journal :D

sthpadregrl

04-01-2005, 01:01 PM

hey girl thanks for the input...glad i am not the only one that just had to have the deer stuff. I don't have it regularly so i totally saw it as a treat for me. LOL

I'm sort of hurting today though.......another day of lunch with friends...ughgugh
and there was a "food day" at work today where everyone brings something. I Tried to stick to the good stuff....corporate world I tell ya.........

did you get that memo.....????

sthpadregrl

04-01-2005, 03:01 PM

ok, so I had a friend take pics of me today. Thinking it would motivate me, have a benchmark so I can actually "see" progress. Instead I started crying. I have never weighed this much in my life. It's shocking. I can't remember the last time I've even been in a picture. I'm always the one taking them....It's like I don't even recognize myself and I gained it all so quickly?? Some days I feel strong and I'll talk to someone and say........"oh i ONLY ran 5 miles today" and i take comfort in the fact that I can just go out on any given day and do that. I feel healthy and strong for just doing it.........but maybe I got complacent as well......I mean I was 9 months pregnant and was only 8 pounds more than i am right now. Anyhoo...i wanted the pics on April 1st. Figured I would take them every month...but man i didn't realize the blow I would take to see them

sthpadregrl

04-04-2005, 08:16 AM

Ok, so I had a moment on Friday...what can I say. LOL I guess I needed to be shocked. I really don't have anything to report
I didn't do the fitday numbers for the weekend but i wrote down everthing I ate. (i only have internet access on during the week)

Friday 4-1
am, did 20 min on treadmill
abs/triceps at home

Meal 1
Labrada MRP for her

Meal 2
1 c oatmeal, mashed banana and cinnamon

Meal 3
smoked chicken, green beans, and some deer chili (food day at work)
I was so proud of myself for staying away from the 3 kinds of desserts

Meal 4
grilled chicken, stuffed red pepper with brown rice, brocolli and carrots

Friday night played a out 12 min of soccer on men's league

****** here is where it gets ugly ******* I don't workout much on weekends, so it seems I tend to eat less too...but I'm working on that

4-2
Meal 1
5 eggwhites, 1 egg omelette with peppers, onions and mushrooms

Meal 2
whole wheat pita with turkey, spinach, romaine, peppers, tomatoes some shredded cheese

Meal 3
gortons grilled fish and grilled peppers and pineapple

played 3 soccer games Sat night.......OMG what a workout...what was I thinking.

Meal 4 about 11pm after the soccer games...went out with the new guy ate whole wheat pancakes with banana's and strawberries. (not really sure on the nutrition content)

4-3
Meal 1
5 eggwhites, 1 egg scrambled on whole wheat toast grilled turkey breast

Meal 2
4 eggwhites and 1/2 c oatmeal w/banana

ran 5 miles

Meal 3
grilled chicken soft tacos, 2 w/spinach, romaine, peppers, tomatoes, shredded cheese

Meal 4
grilled chicken, salad, 1/4 c brown rice with green beans, corn mixed in
peppers and pineapple medley

I broke down and around 6 pm (before meal 4) had a dr pepper....I just love them when I'm cleaning house. Bad habit that I'm working on

arose70

04-04-2005, 09:53 AM

Hey! Sorry I didn't see that friday post until today!! If you feel healthy and can run "ONLY" 5 miles, you are doing fabulous! Pictures always get me a little anxious too, I usually tower over everyone and therefore look like a giant :) In a month you are going to look even more killer than you do now and you are going to be happy that you took those pics!

Glad to hear you are doing better now, how'd the soccer game go? Seems like it was a great workout!! The "new guy" sounds very interesting also, hope things are working out there.

Good job on staying away from the desserts at work and keep it up, you're doing great!

sthpadregrl

04-04-2005, 10:59 AM

ughgugh.....I forgot my lunch bag at home. I'm living off of what is stashed in my desk. Which is usually pretty good...but no eggwhites...man i'm just so pissed at myself. LOL

I made such an effort to plan my meals for the next 2 days too...guhguggh

arose.......thanks for stopping in. I'm glad I was able to get out of my "downer" on Friday......having a good weekend with the kids is always good for that.

The games were great. I played a few minutes on Friday night on a men's league...didn't really do anyting impressive there

My son played his SAT afternoon...and he scored a goal...YAY!!! first for the season for his team

I had a double header on Sat night and we won both games. Only 2-0 and 2-1
It's funny it's this indoor league and more for "fun" then competitive play...competitive is for Friday nights......LOL
but man it seems like the other teams are getting a lot better. We have to work so much harder for our goals. LOL translation==== I ran my A** off...
It's fun though......"the guy" is on my team and was going to stay for the next game...and they needed a female player so I changed shirts and played a 3rd game. I was just subbing so it wasn't too painful...definitely still a workout though.

Then we went out to eat. It was fun.........brought up a new question though on dating etiquette???? Maybe i'll post in the relationship area......but

sthpadregrl

04-04-2005, 11:03 AM

Krissypoo

04-04-2005, 11:16 AM

So we go out after the games, this is very casual, all sweaty...kids are with me. And he offers to pay for the meal......me and my kids.
1st of all it's already weird for me to have someone offer to pay in the 1st place.......after being married 8 yrs it's just different.
2nd.....if it was a date...dressed up, pick me up..open the doors for you kind of thing.......fine i guess i could let him pay..........
but this was casual just a quick bite after the game. WITH THE KIDS
that's where i am stuck.....I don't feel comfortable with him paying for my kids as well. I mean hell i can't even get my ex to pay child support.
any thoughts on this ladies

Hey Becca-

That could seem weird, but you can look at it in many ways. When I read it, I read it as him being polite. Honestly, men that I've recently dated sometimes expect me to pay for them because of what they assume I make. I've noticed that many men have become spoiled and expect a woman to cater to them. A man who offers to pay and knows how to be a gentleman is a rare find. Just because he offers does not mean that you have to accept, though the offer is what a respectful man would do. I think you should appreciate it, even if you decide to pay! :) Oh yea, and the fact that he doesn't mind going out to dinner with your sweaty self and your kids is VERY cool.

arose70

04-04-2005, 11:47 AM

Becca, I totally agree with WannaBeModel. He was very nice in doing that, maybe next time you can suggest you all go out and then you can pay for a quick bite. It might make you feel uncomfy now but I really think he was just being polite. Some guys don't know now days if they should always pay or if they should let women pay...it's probably pretty confusing for them so just go with it and next time treat him :)

sthpadregrl

04-04-2005, 01:39 PM

Man I went to the gym during my lunch hour like always..........and I have no clue what happened. Half of my building must have been in there. I was so annoyed. I just have this weight room at work, it's sufficient. about 6 treadmills, 6 eliptical machines.....a few bikes.....has an aerobics room with enough steps to do step ups and what not........1 smith machine...(that sorta sucks cause you have to fight the the men for it) but there's a complete nautilus ckt and a pretty decent amt of dumbbells. When there are only 10 people in there or so it's pretty good. Plus I've been going to lunch at the same time for at least 2 yrs now....I know those same 10 people. We always see an increase in people around Jan-Mar for new years resolutions.....but man it was jam packed today. It was so annoying.
anyways...........
i completely had to modify my workout and I had to wait for a shower.

So ran 3 miles......(pissed the whole time)
and just did pushups and was able to do some incline db presses and flyes...real quick 2 sets each

sthpadregrl

04-05-2005, 11:44 AM

I know this is not enough calories, but this was also the day that I forgot my food at home....ughgugh :( way too much fat and my ratios are all jacked up now

Meal 1
1 packet oatmeal, 3oz diced peaches

Meal 2
banana w/ pb

was fighting people in the gym
ran 3 miles
sort of worked chest...
pushups
incline press, flyes

Meal 3
mixed salad, chicken breast 10 almonds

Meal 4
grilled chicken soft taco (1 corn tortilla) i just love them it must be the mexican in me
then chicken salad (taco stuff leftovers)
chicken, spinach, peppers, cheese, avocado

fitday
1356 cal
48% f
33% p
19% c

MsJewels

04-05-2005, 12:57 PM

Hey girl - I HATE when the gym is too busy. But if that's the case, ask to work in with people, and bring a towel to sit on (so you're not sitting in some greasy guy's sweat pile - shudder!). Most people will understand. It's an effective way to get your whole workout in. They do one set, you do one set while they stretch/rest, and repeat! Bring your headphones so that the loads of people don't start to chat you up, and you're set!

sthpadregrl

04-06-2005, 06:36 AM

Took kids to school, and then went back to bed……

Meal 1
Got up around 10 and had a protein shake

Ran 3 miles to the gym
Worked biceps, shoulders
Ran 3 miles back home
(figured I better get the workout in before I went to work LOL)

Meal 2
protein shake w/ banana

Meal 3
Chicken salad thing……..
This was sooo good. Leftover smoked chicken, grape tomatoes, avocado, grilled peppers and pineapple, cucumbers and carrots. It was like all the salad stuff without the lettuce……..man this was good

Meal 4
Lonestar….7 oz steak and salad (couldn’t eat anything else cause my lunch was at 4pm) LOL

sthpadregrl

04-06-2005, 06:37 AM

per fitday
992 cal
24% f
25% c
51% p

shortsteph

04-06-2005, 06:56 AM

First I want to thank you for the advice on running.. I did my 2nd day yesterday..

How many kids do you have and more power to you for working out and being a single mom!!!

Its tough for me to find time to workout sometimes with my 2 boys 6 & 8

I have noticed lately that if I eat something fried/high in fat... I get sick too!!

Good luck with the date!

Keep up the good work!!!

Thanks again..

shortsteph

04-06-2005, 06:58 AM

I forgot to add...I had so much I wanted to say after I read your journal..

I'm close to your size.. 5'0 and 143 pounds.

Thanks for helping me out!!

This site is addicting!!

angeleye

04-06-2005, 07:37 AM

Im absoulutely in love with your journal. Its a wonderful read and very warm and inviting. Must be just like you :>. Welcome and Hello. Your home life resembles the state Im soon too be in, so its nice to learn from experience. I dont like re-creating the wheel, if you know what I mean. I havent posted because the mentor you have here are wonderful women that Ive had the pleasure of reading and seem to know their STUFF. I hope in the future I can help in anyway. Divorce seems to be my obvious future, and my boy and girl are strong, but Ill take any words of wisdom available to support them. Have a great rest of the day, and well be both looking over our shoulders, Im sure my co-staff thinks I get paid to do this!

sthpadregrl

04-06-2005, 07:38 AM

I was really intersted in your journal as well...i noticed our similarities also. I have to kids, son 8...angel, daughter 6 the devil herself.....she definitely keeps me busy

she came home the other day from school......
"mommy am i allowed to say the word bi aatch?" and she totally drew out that A in there too...
I was like, "oh no don't even think you can try that" went into my spill on how it's inappropriate language yada yada yada.
So she says......"well in that case I have a note from the teacher"

It was like she was waiting to see my answer before she was going to give me the note.

It is hard with 2 kids though...trying to get the schedule down more than anything else. LOL

I'm interested in your bowflex LOL....i've wanted to buy one for about 3 yrs now...just saving. The treadmill I have was given to me and I use it pretty regularly.
Glad to see you are running. I started it in high school (to get in shape for my other sports) but it seems like the only thing i've been able to keep up with into my adult life. Somethign to do for myself....ALONE. LOL

I've taken my kids on fun runs now....and they really enjoy it. So that might be something for you to try down the road with them also.

MsJewels

04-06-2005, 07:51 AM

I am so inspired by all the moms on this site - It's tough enough to fit exercising into the daily routine for me right now - I can't imagine how you women find the time with running your kids around and such. :) So give yourself an extra pat on the back!

sthpadregrl

04-06-2005, 08:25 AM

I'm truly sorry to hear about your situation. Everyone has an opinion it seems. My parents/family hated my ex probably after our 1st yr of marriage and were so happy when he left. It was very difficult to lean on my family that I am usually so close to. IT was like they were dancing on my grave or something.....I was sitting here thinking..."Hey people that was my marriage that I was working on...stop being happy for me."
In some odd way I guess the cliche is true though...dont' stay together for the kids. My kids have adjusted really well now. They have had their moments (but heck so have I) and we just start over again. The best thing for them was to keep them in as close of a schedule and lifestyle that they were used to. My daycare and friends have helped a lot. (we don't have any family in this city)
my ex actually moved out of state so they don't see him nearly as much as we would like. It's by no means Ideal....
anyhow...if you wanna pm me sometime I'm on quite a bit during the day. LOL I'm still learning and adjusting myself. Sometimes the kids have the simplest of questions...like does Daddy know how to do laundry??.......and sometimes they are very profound. Just be honest with them. They will need to learn how to trust again and that seems to be the key.

Krissypoo

04-06-2005, 09:03 AM

I have to kids, son 8...angel, daughter 6 the devil herself.....

she came home the other day from school......
"mommy am i allowed to say the word bi aatch?" and she totally drew out that A in there too...
I was like, "oh no don't even think you can try that" went into my spill on how it's inappropriate language yada yada yada.
So she says......"well in that case I have a note from the teacher"

I know it wasn't funny to you at the time, but my mouth dropped when I read this. WHOA! The things kids say...they are crazy! You're a strong woman. WOW...really WOW. That sort of thing takes strength.

Props to you! The moms on this board make me look like a wimp!

sthpadregrl

04-06-2005, 09:35 AM

Krissypoo

04-06-2005, 09:39 AM

HAHAHHAH
Wannabe...when I saw that you had commented on my journal I thought........OH no she knows I didn't eat enough calories the last 2 days. LOL
then you give props to the Mom's out there. I really love the support in this forum. Thank you all so much ladies.

I should be ashamed! What a name I have made for myself. I know you woke up late yesterday so your calories were low. And I can't say a word because I am the furthest from perfect. I know you are trying and you've got your fair share of adversity. I think you are doing a good job, just keep working hard and keep eating!

arose70

04-06-2005, 09:55 AM

Hey Hey! Thanks for the comment in my journal...you are right, it helps to be actually training for something. I laughed too when I saw that "biaaatch" comment from your daughter...that was hilarious!!!! I'm sure you probably didn't find it as funny though coming from your own child :)) Good job on the cals so far...I find it hard to keep up with them too. Like yesterday I only had 1300 but the day before I had 1800! Just do your best and don't get too stressed with all the stuff you have going on...keep up the good work!

sthpadregrl

04-06-2005, 02:46 PM

So I was talking to someone in the gym (between sets i swear ;)
and we were discussing diet and I realized that I've been trying to add calories to my diet, but I really don't know what to aim for.
Since I'm not stressing my endurance anymore (that will be this summer) I am doing less cardio, but I really need to cut my bodyfat.
So I was wondering..........

should I aim to build muscle, then cut weight
or aim to cut weight, then build from that point?

Seems like it would be easier to build muscle, so you have that strength there already once it's time to cut weight. But overall i just hate being fat and I'm tempted to "cut" calories again.......
so went to this site (found it somewhere on one of these threads)

http://michaelandkendra.com/BMRCALC/bmrcalc.htm

with that my BMR is 1413 (i left the 55% protein ratio in there)
and it says to aim to lose 1lb a week.....1400-1690 cal
overall I don't think I'm that far off from that.........i mean, on the days i eat more like i've been trying......on average I don't even hit 1200 cal....
so Im technically still going to add....just wanted someone to review this and see if I'm looking at this the right way.........
or if i should jsut go to the "bulking" cal count and look to cut later??

any thoughts ?

arose70

04-06-2005, 04:49 PM

Hey, I posted a similar question when I started my journal-as you know i was eating way small cals too. Terracotta said that I should work on getting cals up for about a month (as high as I can-I'm aiming for 1800 at least now) and to lift heavy and do the regular workout. Then after a month decide if I want to cut or bulk. I think that you can both cut fat and gain muscle at the same time, even though others will probably strongly disagree. I am not looking to get into competition so I am a little more lax on the cutting/bulking thing. I am just going to keep working on my 1800 cals and then mid-April reevaluate and probably just add some HIIT and another cardio session to my week while still tweaking my diet. I don't want to drop cals though because as soon as I see pounds come off with dropped cals I go right back to my old thinking and want to eat 800 cals/day again. I would rather up cardio and "reshape" what I have more so than lose weight. I think you need more of a muscle base if you want to cut. Maybe bulking for at least 3-5 months before a cut. Just my 2 cents though, I'm sure more experienced ladies will have some great suggestions for you...good luck and let us know what you do!

sthpadregrl

04-07-2005, 06:33 AM

Thanks Arose...we really seem to be on the same sheet of music here. I'm thinking I still need to eat more and give my body time to adapt before I do any more changes. Plus I'd rather go into my race this summer, strong and a little heavy then twiggy.......(rolls eyes) like i can get twiggy. LOL

so I'll keep upping my cals for now till i get a good base and see how efficient my body becomes. Yesterday was hard though. I just wasn't hungry.

Krissypoo

04-07-2005, 06:37 AM

Thanks Arose...we really seem to be on the same sheet of music here. I'm thinking I still need to eat more and give my body time to adapt before I do any more changes. Plus I'd rather go into my race this summer, strong and a little heavy then twiggy.......(rolls eyes) like i can get twiggy. LOL

:D :D :D :D

YAY!!!!! Everyone is always complaining about TX bodybuilders...we have so many, blah blah blah. Add yourself to that list. Make everyone even SICKER!

sthpadregrl

04-07-2005, 06:42 AM

Meal 1
2 packets oatmeal, protein and diced peaches

Meal 2
3 oz albacore tuna, 2 egg whites

Meal 3
apple w/pb, 2 egg whites

ran 1 mile
worked back
pull ups 3x
machine row 3x
lat pull downs 4x (2 grips)
back extensions 2x
bentover rows 2x

Meal 4
grilled chicken breast, grilled peppers and pineapple and steamed broccoli

Meal 5 (late)
2 biscuits of shredded wheat in warm milk

fitday
1004 cal
12% f
49% c
39% p

too high on the carbs.......i think

arose70

04-07-2005, 07:40 AM

yeah, its pretty nice that we have the same goals and are confused about some of the same things ;) I don't think your carbs were too high yesterday! I think they were right on. If you are concerned about that maybe you could add a couple scoops of whey and then your ratios for carbs would be lower because of the added protein....AND cals!!!! Keep it up though, that body of yours won't be able to run very fast without fuel! Good luck!

arose70

04-07-2005, 09:16 AM

And thanks for the comments in my journal :) I am kinda pumped and want to run that race so hopefully the other girl still does too! THANKS!

MsJewels

04-07-2005, 09:24 AM

should I aim to build muscle, then cut weight
or aim to cut weight, then build from that point?

arose70 I'm stalking you today! ;)

sthpadregrl - (Wow - that's a toughie to type! What does it mean?)
You need to bulk and build muscle before you can cut. Otherwise you'll end up with a smaller version of your current body - instead of a more defined, muscular, strong, sculpted (and yes, smaller) physique.

sthpadregrl

04-07-2005, 10:47 AM

Thanks MsJewels I really didn't have any scientific or educated way of looking at it....just figured i'd rather be stronger when I start cutting weight. Just so tempted to say........I wanna be skinny too. hmmm

sthpadregrl.....south padre girl....my home town

Wannabe.......I'm not even there anymore. :( I miss South Texas though. That's where I went for spring break (when i splurged like a fool) it was so refreshing to be home, be on the beach, running in the sun rather than the cold

My kids were both born in Hawaii (I was military) and then we moved here to OK...they were like, WTH where's the beach? It was so funny. So we are trying to move down south again, get close to family. My ex is in Houston now so we'd like to be closer to him as well.

sthpadregrl

04-07-2005, 11:03 AM

I'm a bad girl.......I'm not hungry today. I am soooo tired that I'm not anything today. I just hit my head on the keyboard at my desk cause I'm falling asleep. This is not my typical ehh lethargic thing.......I'm dead. I haven't slept well for like 4 days either.
it's almost 1pm and I've had 2 eggwhites and an orange......maybe 20 oz of water, i usually have 60 oz by now.

I don't know what's wrong with me, i can't get out of it today. I have some appts to do during lunch so I didn't even bring my workout clothes (knowing i couldn't go to the gym)
i'm trying to see if these are connected. Do I already know my day is ruined? Is it mental? How odd??

oh and i forgot to add a cheat I had last night. Between my last 2 meals I went to the movies with that new guy (let's call him coach)
we split a one of those soft salted pretzels.......OOHHH I love those. So I kept making him have some so I would'nt eat the whole thing alone. At least he only drinks water. That's a plus

and on the paying thing..........I got there before he did, so i bought the movie tkts since it was my idea.
So he offered me money and I was like whatever....you got me last time. He said "well i'll get our snacks then." I had already scratched the idea of even buying any cause I was trying to be good. So we agreed on the pretzel and water. I felt much more comfortable with this arrangement...sort of half/half thing I'm so new at this. I was with my ex since I was 16, so I've never really had a "single" life.

Krissypoo

04-07-2005, 11:06 AM

Wannabe.......I'm not even there anymore. :( I miss South Texas though. That's where I went for spring break (when i splurged like a fool) it was so refreshing to be home, be on the beach, running in the sun rather than the cold

My kids were both born in Hawaii (I was military) and then we moved here to OK...they were like, WTH where's the beach? It was so funny. So we are trying to move down south again, get close to family. My ex is in Houston now so we'd like to be closer to him as well.

Awww man! You know, I have never in my life been to Padre Island. How do you guys like OK now? It is quite cold there...snow is not cool! Do you think you guys will move to Houston? I love it here! I'm a Houston chick, born and raised. I have lived a little bit of everywhere, but this is truly home.

MsJewels

04-07-2005, 11:37 AM

Thanks MsJewels I really didn't have any scientific or educated way of looking at it....just figured i'd rather be stronger when I start cutting weight. Just so tempted to say........I wanna be skinny too. hmmm
To quote my trainer (and many others): You have to get big to get small. You won't be 'skinny', but you'll be cut. Does that make sense? When I think skinny I think models - Who often have horrible looking, no calf legs (*shudder*). You'll be shapely and sexy - WAY more attractive.

sthpadregrl

04-07-2005, 02:24 PM

OMG ok.......this new job I have is really really really stupid. I'm in the telecom world and was a maintenance tech for 3 yrs, install tech for 2.......
so I get "reorg'd" into this new group...and for the most part we are just a call center.....you know answer phones take the complaint type scenario.
we log into our phones, use a code for lunch, breaks and personal...personal being restroom hitting the microwave stuff like that

well my manager just brought it to my attention that i must be using the restroom every hour. He said that "someone" felt i was on my Personal code too much and started watching me......and yes i just run to the ladies room and back really quick, but almost every hour. So I need to work on that.
HMMM since when was it illegal to pee??
and who the hell is babysitting me??

I'm just really irritated. I'm not used to this type of micromanagement. In mntc we were so stessed and so busy the mgr's just left the techs alone. We got the job done and that was all that mattered.
Anyhow........i told him he could move me closer to the bathroom and i could probably pee in under a minute, or i could quit drinking lots of water and start smoking and be outside for 20 min every hour. (damn smokers)

the really dumb thing is that we are seriously slow. I mean I can sit for nearly 40 min just waiting for a call. So it's not like ti's affecting my work (this site might be :)
but not my potty breaks..........come on NAZI's

shortsteph

04-07-2005, 03:13 PM

=sthpadregrlAnyhow........i told him he could move me closer to the bathroom and i could probably pee in under a minute, or i could quit drinking lots of water and start smoking and be outside for 20 min every hour. (damn smokers)

LOL!! Smokers get longer breaks I hate that...

Where in OK do you live?

sthpadregrl

04-08-2005, 07:18 AM

I am not even going to outline everything i ate yesterday (or didn't eat really) IT was just such a bad day. I was tired and cranky.

there was some oatmeal, egg whites, then an orange and i dont think i ate anything afterthat

no workout either
then i babysat till about 3am......ughgugh im tired again.

But i'm not going to fail 2 days in a row....so I have all my food and I'm hitting the gym later. now im just waiting for my lunch hour.......and i will continue to pee whenever the hell i feel like it

shortsteph

04-08-2005, 08:00 AM

Hey

I understand about the kids and not eating enough.. ugh

Hope you do better today...

arose70

04-08-2005, 08:02 AM

That's right girl, you just go pee! I bet they wouldn't like it too much if you just sat at your desk all day and peed your pants!!! Then they'd really have something to complain about! I feel like I get those weird "why do you pee all the time" looks too at work. Great job on getting back on track today! Keep truckin, if life didn't suck sometimes we wouldn't know when it was good:) (sometimes i have to tell myself that just to get through the day :P )

MsJewels

04-08-2005, 12:37 PM

LOL!! Smokers get longer breaks I hate that...
I hate that, too - It's so unfair. Now if my smoking co-workers take a break, so do I (hmm... think I'm visiting bb.com maybe??? I'm here ALL the TIME! lol!)

sthpadregrl

04-08-2005, 12:41 PM

my insane daughter........
On Tuesdays as noted on my journal our soccer team eats at a local steakhouse (kids eat free) yay!!
and this week all the kids were at one table and two boys were getting sort of rowdy....(not mine this time thank god) and i was a bit embarrassed I have to admit.
A couple sat down and within 2 min requested to be moved to another table. So I told my kids (hoping the other kids would hear).......you guys need to behave that couple just asked to be moved because you are interrupting their dinner.........
my daughter stands on the booth and looks right at that couple and says......."well I don't want to sit next to you either.....your smoke is affecting me and ruing my dinner"

i was embarrassed and so proud at the same time

Krissypoo

04-08-2005, 02:50 PM

Good for her!!!! Well, sort of... :D

Good thing she let her know smoking is bad. Did you do the infamous cover-your-face-and-lower-your-head trick or did your jaw just drop? :) I bet you have stories for days about her!

shortsteph

04-09-2005, 10:03 AM

Hey,

My kids have made comments about smoking like that... at least they know what is healthy...

Last night my oldest said" They should quit making beer" people would be mad but at least coke is better but its fatten... LOL.. we where out eating and he saw a bunch of people at a table drinking beer...

sthpadregrl

04-11-2005, 06:33 AM

All and all it was a good weekend. I finally made some protein pancakes (didn't really get anyone's recipe just threw stuff together)
used oat flour, wheat flour, protein, eggwhites and splash of lowcarb milk and cinnamon.

the cool thing is that my kids LOVED em too. I mean really loved them. I might have to keep an eye on them. LOL
It was so funny too. My son had a soccer game Saturday and he was so pumped up. He told "coach" I had protein and oatmeal about an hour ago...I'm hydrated. I'm scoring today!!

I bought the oat flour to finally make those protein bars....that will be this week sometime.

arose70

04-11-2005, 07:02 AM

mmmm, protein pancakes are so good! That's awesome that your kids like them too!!! What recipie are you using for your protein bars? Let us know how they turn out!

Also, that comment your daughter made about the smoking is awesome!!! I think I would just have to laugh at that! Good for her (and you for teaching her healthy ways) :)

sthpadregrl

04-11-2005, 07:44 AM

this is the recipe i'm trying this week.........I believe I got it from MsJewels journal.

Homemade Protein Bar Recipe

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Homemade protein bar recipe

5 TBLSP natural peanut butter (crunchy or creamy)
1/2 cup oats
1/2 cup oat flour (if you don't have oat flour, use another
1/2 cup of oats)
6 scoops chocolate whey protein
1 tsp vanilla
2 TBSP flax seeds (optional)
1 cup non fat dry milk
1/2 cup water (you may need more water depending on
whey protein)

Mix together dry ingredients. Add peanut butter and mix. It will be crumbly. Add water and vanilla. (Use a spatula sprayed with non stick spray) and mix completely (dough may be very sticky). Put in a greased 8x8 pan and either refridgerate or freeze until hardened. Cut into 9 squares. Wrap individually and take with you.

Nutrition per square:
Calories: 197
protein:21
fat:7
carbs:13.7
fiber:1.6

arose70

04-11-2005, 07:49 AM

okay, you just made me so hungry! That looks great, and I think it is the same one from MsJewels :)

shortsteph

04-11-2005, 09:56 AM

MsJewels

04-11-2005, 10:13 AM

Hmm - My ears were ringing! ;)

I'm glad you're trying out the protein bar recipe! I love them, and it's such an easy treat to take for snacks. I don't even use the oat flour - I've just been adding more oats instead. Watch the water - if you add too much, they'll be really sticky.

BTW, your daughter is SO funny for mentioning how the smoker stunk. I'd have been proud, too. I can't wait to have kids and have my own stories to tell. My husband was quite the little character as a child (many stores shared by my in-laws), so I'm sure my kids will be espeically mischevious! lol!

sthpadregrl

04-12-2005, 06:26 AM

Thanks for the tips on the brownies MsJewels, I still haven't had a chance to try them yet.

Yesterday was ok, not enough food like always. I also didn't do my chest workout, I ran outside instead. It was just sooo beautiful out it was calling me. I know I shouldn't deviate from my planned workouts too much (cause I never seem to get back to them) but I haven't really been running lately either.

here goes
Meal 1
oatmeal w/protein, diced peaches

Meal 2
rice cake w/peanut butter, apple

ran 3.5 miles
moderate intervals

Meal 3
grilled chicken breast cut up into 1/2 yam....friend brought this for me, so that was cool. small side salad

Meal 4
just ate 2 quick gortons grilled fish fillets

does yard work count as physical activity at all. LOL

I worked on my yard for nearly 3 hours yesterday. ughgughhg....but it's done and now the upkeep should be easy.
It was so funny too....I actually thought.."if i sort of do a deadlift as I pick up sticks...maybe that will work something" LOL

sthpadregrl

04-12-2005, 06:27 AM

MsJewels...I said brownies...LOL I meant thanks for the tips on the protein bars. hmmm must be thinking of brownies

forgot my fitday #s
1123 cal
28% f
36% c
36% p

arose70

04-12-2005, 06:51 AM

Hi! its okay to deviate from your workouts once in a while...I sure have been!! Especially if it makes you mentally healthy then I'm all for that rather than knowing you want to be outside but having to workout in the stuffy gym!

Mmmmmm, did i hear someone say brownies???????????????!!!

Okay, so I know its hard to increase cals but if I can do it, you can do it! It gets much easier after you've done it because you get more hungry for good, clean foods. Like last week, I got about 1800 cals 2-3 days out of the week. The other days were about 1300-1400 (maybe one under 1000....BAD!) And the past two days I have gotten at least 1800, and you know what, I am losing weight!!!!!!!!!!!! I can't believe it!! I am starting to see an outline of some sort of "ab" also! You will feel sooooooo good when you get more cals, I can't say it enough. I have so much more energy and i can get through my day so much easier. I know you can stomach at least a couple more protein shakes at first, then move up to real food. YOU WILL NEVER TURN BACK! hahahaha!

Yard work for 3 hours, wow, that is a great workout and I bet you did get some of those deadlifts in there ;) Have a good one!

shortsteph

04-12-2005, 06:55 AM

Yard work counts.. i think so... love the idea of deadlifts picking up sticks... lol Have a great day!!

arose70

04-12-2005, 07:42 AM

omg, I can't stop laughing after that post in my journal!!!! A popsicle in PB??????????!!!!!!!! that is the funniest thing I've heard all day...ohhhhhh, my stomach hurts from laughing! (and cowokers are looking at me funny) That sounds like something I would do, good logic-"if its a strawberry popsicle, maybe it'll taste like PB and J." HA! That is so great, we definitely think alike ;)

sthpadregrl

04-12-2005, 09:53 AM

Ok.......I know that it was only a couple of hours ago I said that I wouldn't deviate from my workout plan too much....but I can't help it.

There is a 10k this Sat morning. I'm soooo signing up. It's one of the prettiest races...beginning of spring run right outside of town and just a nice soft rolling hills kind of run. Huge crowd, good sponsors one of my favorites to run every year........it like brings in the running season...come summer there is a race every weekend anyways. It just sort of snuck up on me though. I was talking to my girlfriend about the "aquarium" she is taking her kids to, and i said, yeah they have this awesome race...yada yada yada...looked it up online and it's this weekend. So I was complaining about how I wans't really planning on it (not prepared) and she just chimed in that i could do it anyways.......run for fun, not times...and that she would babysit. I CAN NEVER EVER get a babysitter that easily so I took her up on it.

So........since I skipped my chest routine yesterday I'll do that today instead of legs (stay off my legs this week)
WED
slow easy run approx 4 miles, work abs

THURS
I'll work back/bi's together

Friday
just light elliptical and extra stretching....

Sat
10k race

soccer game at night.........

SUN
shoulders/triceps

I should be able to pull this off, and only skip my leg routine once.

shortsteph

04-12-2005, 11:18 AM

Good luck on the race!!!

How long you think it will take me to run a small race?

Have a great day!!

Enjoy the outside its rainy here.. and free babysitter gotta love that I have problems with a sitter...

sthpadregrl

04-13-2005, 08:31 AM

I was doing ok yesterday on food...probably not enough...but then ended up at a pizza place with the kids soccer team.........ughguh what happened to our steak night? usually i do so well at those places, just have tons of salad and maybe 1 small tiny slice of pizza.........but noooo i think i ate more then the whole team of 8 yrs olds combined.

MEAL 1
2/3 c oatmeal w/protein and mashed banana

Meal 2
small grapefruit, 5 eggwhites

lunch workout chest
bench press 3x
push ups to failure
incline press 2x
push ups to failure
incline db press 2x
pushups to failure
incline flyes 3x

Meal 3
1/2 cup yam, red pepper, and salmon patty.
(wasn't sure how to add the patty to fitday, so said 1 c cooked salmon)
made patty with
canned salmon, 2 eggwhites, wheat germ, dill and garlic pepper

Meal 4
2 big servings of salad and about 4 slices of pizza

sthpadregrl

04-13-2005, 01:16 PM

ya know......maybe I haven't waited long enough to see results. I am sure that I haven't. But you know........just 1 pound, 1 inch...that's all i ask. Just something to say.....ok my body is responding. BUT NO NOTHING

I really need to get onto the people at my gym to get my bodyfat tested. everytime i am there...they don't have someone "qualified" to do it... I'm gonna get a girlfriend to take my measurements tomorrow. At least to get a better starting point...cause the scale is pissing me off. LOL

i know to look for my clothes fitting and inches, not just the numbers on the scale....but I can't help but think that my efforts are pointless. Do I still need to eat more??? I'm so full I feel like throwing up half the time. My meals 1-3 are pretty much just running through each other cause it takes me so long to eat the 1st ones.

sorry for my rant

sthpadregrl

04-13-2005, 01:18 PM

I am getting stronger though........I worked back today (great workout)
and did the assisted pullups with only 60lbs help...and i did the lat pulldown with 80lbs, for 9 reps on my last set.........so I am happy with that. I have to admit

sb_cali

04-13-2005, 01:37 PM

I know how you feel about looking for those changes.... I've heard it all:

Go by how your clothes fit
Measure
Take pics

ugh....! I've thought at times I must be the exception, or some wild mutant - I rarely see any changes (grrr).

BUT :D I will admit I can always count on seeing improvement in my strength which is sometimes the only thing I've got going. So I feel for you.

Congrats on your assisted pull-ups and your lat pull-downs. You're strong!

Hang in there! :)

taifighter

04-13-2005, 01:51 PM

Hi becca! First time poster, long time reader ;)
haha but seriously I wanted to pop in because I can completely commiserate on how you're feeling lately. I've been focusing all my attention on building muscle and its going great...but I keep getting sucked into the mentality that I need to "look" a certain way now...like I should be totally cut with muscles popping out. And I get bummed because I feel like appearance-wise, I'm not making much progress.

it was so great to read your post about getting stronger, it definetly reminded me that I AM making progress and seeing results, and I just gotta be patient and the rest will fall into place eventually.

thanks for a great post :)

sthpadregrl

04-13-2005, 02:53 PM

[QUOTE=taifighter]Hi becca! First time poster, long time reader ;)

that is too funny........I'm a long time reader of your journal. LOL
thanks to both of you guys for your response to my mood today. I'm just glad I am not the only one going.......where is my better body??

sthpadregrl

04-14-2005, 08:11 AM

shortsteph

04-14-2005, 08:16 AM

I know its hard when you work your butt off and see no results.

Keep up the work!!!

Thanks for the inspiration...:)

taifighter

04-14-2005, 08:59 AM

ughgugh still not enough food!! WTF

Meal 1
1/2c oatmeal, 2 strawberries, with protein

Meal 2
1 small grapefruit, and 5 eggwhites (i just sort of ate the egg whites all morning)

lunch hour workout
worked back
10 min eliptical
pull ups 3x
seated row 3x
pulldowns 3x
back extensions 2x
bentover rows 2 sets to failure

Meal 3
salmon patty, broccoli

Meal 4
rice cake, w/pb

Meal 5
chicken breast, broc/caul/carrot medley steamed

cheat snack
deer sausage with 5 ritz crackers

fitday
1136 cal
31% f
24% c
45% p

Ok, you already know this becca but you GOTTA eat more!!! A rice cake with PB is NOT a meal!! Try some oatmeal, or a protein shake with that peanut butter. I find its harder for me to get in calories when I'm on higher protein, low carbs, but sneak in a few extra servings of nuts, tuna, chicken or protein powder. You gotta keep that metabolism firing!!!! :D

sthpadregrl

04-14-2005, 01:47 PM

Ok I swear I am really trying to add more food. But I feel sick all day cause i'm just eating nonstop. I moved my oatmeal meal 1, to meal 3 today (to have the carbs before my workout) and I threw up in the gym. How sad is that. I felt fine afterwards........and I'm eating now. I'm just too full, too heavy. I'm really trying to manipulate this. I only did 1 mile on the treadmill as a warm up, super slow was chillin......but i felt it in my throat the whole time. I had been working my biceps for about 10 min before I got sick. I just went back to working out cause I felt ok....I just can't figure out how to eat and when.........ughgugh I was trying to add like 100-200 cal a day...i might go to just add that much a week.......get used to it, then add some more the next week. I'm not even hungry but im eating now. And I'm thinking....I have soccer practice and have to eat again. IT's a chore.......I HAVE TO eat.

this is my day so far.

Meal 1
Protein shake w/half banana (I just got Isopure dutch choc it's sooo good and mixes really well...not all chunky and chalky)

Meal 2
7oz tuna, 3 eggwhites, 10 almonds

Meal 3
2/3 c oatmeal, w/protein, 2 strawberries and cinnamon (this was sooo good) I had this about 1 hr before I went to the gym

worked biceps
1 mile warm up
threw up
ez bar curl 3x
incline sup curl 3x
concentration curl SS to failure w/hammer curls

Meal 4
7oz tuna, salad (lots of veggies) 3 egg whites

sthpadregrl

04-15-2005, 08:03 AM

meal 5
grille chicken, broccoli, peppers, little serving brown rice

Meal 6
protein shake

sthpadregrl

04-15-2005, 09:14 AM

fitday
1209 cal
9% f
22% c
69% p

hmm my fat was way low, and my protein really high........i guess since I was adding the 2 protein shakes

I honestly will be happy if i can just stay with 1200 cal for a couple of days, and then build up again

arose70

04-15-2005, 10:37 AM

mmmmm, throwing up is NO GOOD!! I am so sorry to hear you are having trouble keeping it all down...glad you feel better now though :) A couple thoughts-maybe you could just eat the whole banana in the morning instead of half, add more than 10 almonds to meal 2, and add more brown rice than "a little".

Since your fat is way low, try adding more PB, nuts, seeds, etc to add cals and increase fat. Good luck, you can do it!!

Paichka

04-15-2005, 11:11 AM

Ohhh no. :-(

I wish you guys had my appetite...all yall complaining about keeping your calories UP when I'm sitting here wondering how to keep my calories DOWN.

I second the vote for more peanut butter. It's nice & dense.

Try this, it's good...my mom makes it whenever I'm sick, it's the ultimate comfort food:

CHICKEN "STEWP"

1 pound chicken breasts
Diced onion
2 packets basmati rice w/ saffron seasoning (in the rice aisle, little yellow tubes, I forget the company)
1 family size can of low-sodium chicken broth
1 tbsp tarragon
Carrots & Celery & potatoes & whatnot if you like

Cut the chicken into chunks, roll in flour and pepper, and brown in a pot with the onion. Once the chicken is white all the way through, add the broth & the veggies and rice. You may need to add more water to keep the consistency soupy. Cover & simmer until the rice is done. Add the tarragon close to the end. You may want to add some karo syrup or flour to thicken it. I like the consistency to be pretty thick myself, but some people don't.

Hope you're having a good day, feeling better, and eating more!
Sunny

PS -- thanks for stopping in to my journal. :)

shortsteph

04-15-2005, 12:17 PM

Hey girl,

I agree with the PB... I love mine in my protein shakes..

Add almonds to your salad that is yummy!

Thanks looking at my journal..

sb_cali

04-15-2005, 01:32 PM

this is my day so far.

Meal 1
Protein shake w/half banana (I just got Isopure dutch choc it's sooo good and mixes really well...not all chunky and chalky)

Meal 2
7oz tuna, 3 eggwhites, 10 almonds

Meal 3
2/3 c oatmeal, w/protein, 2 strawberries and cinnamon (this was sooo good) I had this about 1 hr before I went to the gym

worked biceps
1 mile warm up
threw up
ez bar curl 3x
incline sup curl 3x
concentration curl SS to failure w/hammer curls

Meal 4
7oz tuna, salad (lots of veggies) 3 egg whites

Hi there - dang... I was just about to suggest the Isopure protein powder to help add calories. I just got some and to me it's like drinking water. But, alas, I see you've already got some. :D Ah well. Sorry you're having a tough time with getting your cals in.

I did get a kick of how you added your throwing up into your workout list. That must have been a drag. (I hate throwing up - blech)

sb_cali

sthpadregrl

04-18-2005, 11:22 AM

ok, just catching up from the past weekend..........I'm not going to do my diet for the last couple of days cuase I was too lazy to put them in fitday. It wans't anything out of the ordinary, so not too bad. But I did have 3 gatorades I believe on Sat...which usually I just stick to water for my hydration but after that 10k I was hurting. LOL

there is a whole new stresser in my life that I've recently added. I decided to move. It's somethign I have thought about for a couple of months now but held out for a few different reasons. I am just renting a two bdrm house right now....and going to a 2 bdr apt. So I'm really just trying to downsize. Streamline my budget so to speak. My ex just told me approx 2 weeks ago that he wasn't going to take the kids for the summer (I was already pissed about this for a while) so I figured now is the time to move, my daycare is going to go up...and at least i get to trade in the yard work for a pool.

long story short those are my main reasons. I will only save maybe $100 a mth so it's not so much that it's a huge difference financially it will just be less for me to maintain over all...........and IT HAS A DISHWASER. I've been in the stoneage in a home without one. LOL

So I gave my landlord my 30 days...and put my deposit down, big day is May 7th..............UGHGUGHGHH now i get to pack. I hate that part ;)
I told my kids what they don't clean up and pack themselves I am throwing away.......hopefully that will motivate them to help me. Their only concern was going to to the same school and daycare. LOL

sthpadregrl

04-18-2005, 12:56 PM

I forgot to elaborate on my race
******** it was so much fun **************

I did ok...nothing too spectacular, but I haven't run anything over 4 miles in a couple of months. So I was very happy to run 6. I ran 54 min, so approx 9 min mile. I actually placed 8th in my age group. (not that ti means anything but it's sort of cool to see the newspaper clipping) It's sick when I can't wait till I'm 30 so i can be in the next age bracket. LOL or legally play soccer on the "over 30" team.

IT was a very busy Saturday. Like I said, I ate great...but had 3 gatorades.

Meal 1
1 protein pancake, OJ
Meal 2
1 protein pancake, banana, 6 eggwhites
Meal 3
protein shake with strawberries

son's soccer tournament (i was coaching so running up and down the field for 4 games)

Meal 4
grilled chicken, salad
Meal 5
turkey loaf, salad and grilled veggies
Meal 6
oatmeal w/protein, strawberries

played 2 soccer games (legs were soooo weak) but end of season for me

shortsteph

04-18-2005, 01:56 PM

Sounds like you had a good race...

Hope the move goes smoothly too!

Paichka

04-18-2005, 07:02 PM

GREAT JOB!!!

9 minute mile for 6 miles, that's great for getting back in the saddle. Good endurance base.

I'm so jealous you play soccer! I wish I had the coordination...when I played, they made me halfback so all I had to do was run up and down the field getting in the other team's way. :p

you're a rockstar,
Sunny

Krissypoo

04-19-2005, 05:39 AM

Congrats on the race!!!!

See this? :D This is my big grin seeing that diet progressing. You are kicking butt! That's how it should always be. Keep that diet up and you are going to amaze yourself with results!

Good luck on the apartment! I know moving can be tough, especially packing. Someone is going to be a very busy lady...not that you already weren't!

sthpadregrl

04-19-2005, 09:12 AM

Meal 1
1/2 c oatmeal/w protein, strawberries and cinnamon
Meal 2
grilled chicken, 1/2c brown rice, broccoli
slept during my lunch hour (bad I know) but I was tired
Meal 3
banana w/pb
Meal 4
veggie kabobs, with grilled shrimp and some chicken chunks....pretty good stuff
Meal 5
protein shake w/8oz low carb milk (i'm tryin to add a shake before bed to up my calories)

i didn't work out all day, but i packed all night. living/dining room is done...........

taifighter

04-19-2005, 09:44 AM

9 minute mile!?!? NIIICE :D congrats on running a great race!

I HEAR YOU on packing...I hate hate hate packing. My bf and I just moved in November to our new apartment. I thought we'd never unpack everything. But it was sooo worth it...we got a dishwasher too!! Greatest invention EVER!
(now if my bf could only operate it correctly ;))

good going with upping your calories. You are really doing great!!

sthpadregrl

04-19-2005, 09:54 AM

wow did the numbers yay!!
1678 cal
26% f
27% c
47% p

arose70

04-19-2005, 12:39 PM

Well, look at you! That run looked awesome! I can't believe you can just pick up and do an 8k like its nothin...GREAT job! And the diet, you have come so far! I bet you feel really great today too, energy, perkiness, etc. Keep it up, you are doing so well!! :)

shortsteph

04-20-2005, 05:40 AM

Good job on your numbers.. Im still bouncing back and forth..

shortsteph

04-22-2005, 06:03 AM

Hey girl where have you been.. wondering about you.. Hope your just busy packing...

arose70

04-22-2005, 06:14 AM

Yes, Becca, where are you??!!! Come baaaaccckkkk!!!!! :)

sthpadregrl

04-22-2005, 08:23 AM

I'm sorry Ladies........I've missed you all so much too. This is my inspiration. I was just crazy busy. I was swamped Tues, no work wed, and 1/2 day yesterday.........so just now getting back to my computer.

I did great though.........kept up with my workouts...no running at all. I was still "tender" from the race. I always get shinsplints when I switch terrain. LIke the treadmill to the street, or outdoor to the treadmill. So just RICE right!

I'm not doing to well on my packing either. LOL I was all gung-ho the 1st weekend. Now it's like..........ughguhgg. And my upcoming month is getting ugly..........

Sunny.....you can relate to this.
My older sister CPT for ADA/Patriot.......takes command June 20th.......i get vacation
then it's May 20th. ok this is my last day in my house....no biggie can get there....move vacation. Mind you this is a big deal for my family because she takes command of this unit they are going to Korea for good. SHe will go for 2 yrs (she's already done 2 yrs there) So my family made it a big deal to be there for the COC ceremony since it will be the last time we are all together for a while (my little sister is on orders to Japan for 3 yrs)
sooooo
yesterday she calls.....stressed out and mad cause we all have plane tkts, and now they moved her COC to May 11th. In the middle of my move...and well I just won't be able to go. Long story short....my little sister can't go and my Father can't go............something always happens there is always at least 1 person that can't be at our family get togethers. So that really upset me...........we are still jumping through hoops to see what we can do.

ughgughgu

shortsteph

04-22-2005, 09:46 AM

wow.

hope you guys can make it work to get to your sisters ceremony..

arose70

04-22-2005, 11:22 AM

Great to have you back! Sounds like you are all full of stress right now!!! Geesh, I'd help you move if I could! Bummer about your family situation...that really sucks. Stick to your workout though-its a great stress reliever!

Paichka

04-22-2005, 12:03 PM

Oh that really sucks...COC's are no fun anyway, IMHO, but that is great that your sister is getting to be a company commander. Of a patriot company, no less! That's pretty huge! I'm really sorry about your family situation though...it must be really rough how life keeps intruding.

Glad to have you back, though!
Sunny

arose70

04-26-2005, 05:55 AM

Hi! I'm sure you are busy with packing and all but I just wanted to bump your journal to the first page so you can easily post once again ;) Have a good one!

shortsteph

04-26-2005, 07:02 AM

Hi! I'm sure you are busy with packing and all but I just wanted to bump your journal to the first page so you can easily post once again ;) Have a good one!

Good idea!!

sthpadregrl

04-26-2005, 09:13 AM

hahhahh thanks arose for my bump........I needed it in more ways then one. LOL

yesterday 4-25

Meal 1
1/2 c oatmeal w/protein, 2 strawberries, cinnamon
Meal 2
whole wheat pita with smoked turkey, peppers, spinach and avocado
Meal 3
1/2 c brown rice, apple

workout 10 min warmup elliptical
CHEST
bench press 3x
incline press 3x
db incline, 2x
db flyes 2x
decline dumbell press 2x (just figured i'd try these)

Meal 4
grilled chicken breast, salad and brown rice

Meal 5
small baked tilapia (sp?) fillet...salad

Meal 6
isopure protein shake (only 1 scoop, normal serv calls for 2)

(I'm eating a lot more this week but only because i've been up till about 3 am every night packing ) but I'm almost done........

shortsteph

04-26-2005, 10:47 AM

Wow your busy!!

Hope you get the packing done soon!!

taifighter

04-26-2005, 11:45 AM

becca, you rock...getting in a good clean diet and workouts while you are running around with a million things!! I salute you!!! :D

GOOD LUCK PACKING!! The last little bits are always the most annoying, but you are very close to done!!!

sthpadregrl

04-26-2005, 03:03 PM

ughgughh so My mother is in town (to help with the move) and she called me at work. Apparently some pipe busted in my house, and the garage is flooded. And the garage just happens to be where i have been putting all of my boxes once they were packed. It's like starting all over. there was also a big storm last night and the electricity went out (does every time there is a storm) in the back end of the house. Usually i just flip the breakers around and it comes back on. Well not this time.........so my garage is flooded, the boxes are 2in deep in water and no power in the back bedrooms. My landlord is on his way....but I just really wanna say SCREW IT.... ughgugh

so i dont know what the next few days will look like. I'm just irritated.

shortsteph

04-27-2005, 05:30 AM

Ah man!!

I hope everything works out OK..

Let us know.

arose70

04-27-2005, 07:46 AM

Oh no!!! You poor thing! That really sucks, I am so sorry to hear that...packing sucks bigtime anyways and then add a storm and rain to your already packed boxes and it turns into such a PAIN! I'd help you if I was there :) Good luck and I hope everything works out.

MsJewels

04-27-2005, 01:36 PM

sthpadregrl

04-28-2005, 07:39 AM

Ok ladies...I will admit. I'm sinking. I didn't work out yesterday because i went to the hospital to see a friend. I've been cleaning and repacking the garage. The earliest I have been to bed in about 5 days is 3 am and I am officially in "battle fatigue" mode. My eyes burn, I can't see straight or complete an educated sentence for that matter. I went to bed at 10pm last night and just tossed and turned and eventually got pissed off because I coudln't sleep. So back to the garage at 1 am to pack some more. I have some appts and errands to do during my lunch hour so i won't workout today either. I might squeeze in some ckt training during my kids soccer practice tonight if I can manage it.
I'm just scared that this week of moving will get me out of my routine.....I'm still eating well but my mother wants to eat out everyday. Drives me nuts.....

arose70

04-28-2005, 08:14 AM

Hey girl, you will do fine through all this, you won't get off track, and you'll be back into it in no time. Don't worry about a week here or there...some say you should really take a week off every 8-12 weeks to let your body relax and that you should eat at maintanence or above for that week. You will come back so recharged then! So don't worry, you'll be great---you have sooooo much to worry about and do right now. Workout when you can, go out to eat but try to eat clean, don't stress about it because it sounds like you have enough stress right now!!! Good luck, we're looking out for ya! :)

sthpadregrl

04-29-2005, 06:59 AM

sb_cali

04-29-2005, 11:26 AM

I just got a call from my mother.....
"Rebecca, I just read in this article in the paper that those protein supplements make you gain weight. That's why you can't lose weight. That's why you are so heavy and stuck on this plateau."

I just laughed.....I said, "Mom I know that's what they are for....it's a different kind of weight. Protein is needed to build muscle and yes...muscle weighs more than fat"

She said, "oh...you've heard of this before...well I just wanted to let you know"

Hey there - that is too funny about your mom. LOL...

How's the packing going? I just finished catching up with your journal. (I probably really should do some actual work here today) Anyhoo... isn't moving a pain? Last time we moved I just keep thinking "dang... and why do I have so much *stuff*?

Back to your mom...I actually had my mom call me with a similar concern: "You know hon.. I've been reading and *they say* that eating after 7pm is what causes you to get fat and makes it hard to lose weight - I think I'll try that"

"um mom...? I don't think it's the food you eat after 7pm... I think it's all the food you're eating BEFORE 7pm that may be causing problems" hee-hee

I love my mom..

Hope you have a great weekend!

MsJewels

04-29-2005, 01:53 PM

My mom is convinced that I'm going to start taking steroids! lol! She's so cute. She's been reading about eating more protein and healthy food choices - Basically just taking an interest in everything that I'm getting into... Aw, why am I so emotional today? My eyes are tearing up as I'm writing this!!! Weird... moving is so stressul, and I'm feeling the effects of it, too, becca! Anyway, having support is great, and isn't it nice to know that she's keeping her eye out for info that might be helpful to you? :)

I'll be thinking of you tonight while I move my own boxes from house to house! :) Good luck! (BETTER luck!)

sthpadregrl

05-03-2005, 10:45 AM

im so frustrated because i can't get a workout in.......I can't figure out any slack in my schedule....really i am finally moving friday/sat this weekend so it should be fine by next week. but my mother is stressing me out. LOL
that woman wants to eat out every meal. I have also offically worked myself into an insomnia spell. I'm going to sleep at 1 am, tossing till 330 or so and getting up at 530-6
it's killing me. I completely gave up last week because the worrying about working out was bugging me more than just not doing it. So I figured...ok i'll take a week off of that, besdies all the moving furniture and packing and yard work was enough. :)
but here i am on Tuesday of this week, and the weather is gorgeous I finally have a lunch hour again (we were swamped at work last week) so what do i do.........i go run outside. LOL i know i know........too much cardio. But it's sooo beautiful it relaxes me.
so I've decided i'm going to run everyday this week and not lift for another week. I know in some way it's counterproductive but this is sooo much better for my mental state. LOL so i keep justifying it at least.

sthpadregrl

05-03-2005, 10:53 AM

Meal 1
1/2 c oatmeal, protein, strawberries, cinnamon

3 eggwhites, banana w/pb

2 cans tuna, 4 crackers, side salad

grilled chicken, salad salad and more salad...cause my mom made twice baked potatoes loaded with every sin known to man in edible form

Krissypoo

05-03-2005, 11:05 AM

grilled chicken, salad salad and more salad...cause my mom made twice baked potatoes loaded with every sin known to man in edible form

hehe. That's funny!

How did the moving go? Are you all done?

arose70

05-03-2005, 12:10 PM

Hey, you know that mental well-being is just as important if not more important than physical well-being. Do what you need to do right now and then hop right back on starting Monday next week. By then, you'll be all moved in (hopefully) and maybe you can cook for your mom! Then you can make a schedule and run with it. (no pun intended ;) ) Good luck, great job not eating that Baked potato-man, I love those things!! Especially with all the goodies on em! Ha, have a great day! :)

sthpadregrl

05-04-2005, 07:56 AM

Meal 1
1/2 cup oatmeal w/protein, 1/2 mashed banana
Meal 2
wheat rice cake w/pb and other half of mashed banana
Meal 3
tuna and 4 eggwhites
ran 3.5 miles
Meal 4
grilled chicken breast (had melted cheese on it not sure how bad that is, but it was different and good) small salad
Meal 5
7oz sirloin steak, steamed veggie medley, grilled shrimp and salad (yep my typical steakhouse dinner on tuesday nights)
Meal 6
protein shake
(I'm actually really proud of getting that last shake in there, still trying to increase my calories even though in the background my mom is stressing that i am soooo overweight, eating "protein" God help me....and eating so many meals in a day)
It's funny...........cause my father (the marathon man) is just cracking up saying.......yeah you never did listen to her...but you are doing the same thing I do and she acts like I haven't tried to explain it to her for years. LOL

sthpadregrl

05-04-2005, 08:01 AM

Also...
since I finally made it back to the gym Monday figured i'd weigh myself and that was bad. LOL

I'm up to 144 now........I know I have increased my calories (not enough, but still working on that) and that for 2 weeks my workouts haven't been consistent. But 4 pounds.........come on. I was stuck on this plateau for like 3 mths...that's why i started this journal. Cause I couldn't get under 140. So I'm disappointed to say the least....but I know this has been a rough 2 weeks to even judge. It's just that my weight doens't fluctuate. I don't have water weight issues around "that time" or anything like that. What i weigh is always very consistent for me. So this is a solid 4 pounds heavier...not a mistake not a fluke. so it scares me....I know this is there........it just really better not be there to stay ya know what I mean.........ughgugh

sthpadregrl

05-09-2005, 09:49 AM

YAY!!!!

I'm done moving. It went terrible too. All of the friends I had that were committed to showing up Sat, didn't. So that's interesting in itself. I carried just about everything I own by myself up a flight of stairs, including the tv that i was really scared of dropping. (it's the nicest thing I own)
Whats funny is I really thought my legs would be sore from all the lifting and walking up stairs....but just my hands hurt. That's all. My grip i guess. My fingers were sore but nothing else. I mean i was exhausted and weak...I couldn't even open a bottle of gatorade by saturday night..........but i wasn't sore. part of me was thinking......damn im strong. LOL bastards didn't show up (LOL) I'm just getting organized now...trying to figure out how to put my kids back together...but they love camping out in the living room with me.

shortsteph

05-09-2005, 11:10 AM

sb_cali

05-09-2005, 11:57 AM

YAY!!!!

All of the friends I had that were committed to showing up Sat, didn't.

No way! That's just not right. :p Shame on them... BUT Congrats on getting moved!! You must be so relieved... I don't know about you, but after every move I've ever made I vow to own as little stuff as possible. LOL... (How do I accumulate so much *stuff*?) :D

sb_cali

arose70

05-10-2005, 07:48 AM

Glad to have you back!!!! moving sounds like a bad time...bummer about your friends :( I would've helped ya! Don't worry about your weight, really, it was a tough few weeks for you and I bet in a couple weeks you'll be under 140 for sure! Eat clean, train hard, go for those beautiful runs, and you'll be doing great!

sthpadregrl

05-10-2005, 07:59 AM

Meal 1
1/2 c oatmeal, protein, 1/2 banana
Meal 2
rice cake, with peanut butter and other 1/2 banana
Meal 3
just a good serving of turkey breast i baked and handful of baby carrots

ran 3.5 miles.......whew it was GORGEOUS.......70 degrees...sunny no wind...

Meal 4 (ummm im still trying to organize the house)
i had buffalo wings from pizza hut, ordered pizza for the kids.

Meal 5
protein shake

kvh4fan

05-10-2005, 11:30 AM

sthpadregrl

05-11-2005, 08:08 AM

kvh4fan..........thanks I know that is my dilemma right now. I'm trying to add calories. The few times I got some really good days in I got sick so i'm just doing it slowly

yesterday
Meal 1
oatmeal, protein, strawberries and sprinkle of cinnamon
Meal 2
turkey in whole wheat pita, w/spinach peppers and grape tomatoes
Meal 3
banana, pb on rice cake

ran 2 miles in sprints/intervals

Meal 4
chicken soft tacos 2(at least it was on a corn tortilla)

Meal 5
protein shake

sthpadregrl

05-12-2005, 10:20 AM

Meal 1
2 protein pancakes, handful of strawberries
Meal 2
1/2 c oatmeal, protein, 1/2 banana
Meal 3
banana w/ peanut butter
Meal 4
(ok i was doing really well today....trying to add calories...then that new guy asked me to lunch and drove 30 min from home to take me, so i had to go :)
mexican food (ughguh 2 days in a row)
2 chicken enchiladas...charro beans
Meal 5
left over turkey breast, grilled peppers, apple (was still working on my house so just grabbing and eating it cold as i go....)

arose70

05-12-2005, 11:06 AM

ohhhhh!!! New guy sounds great!!!!! Your cals look *a little* better today too...maybe try to eat another pancake in the morning, I added two extras this week and it didn't really fill me up any more than usual. Good work, now there better be a meal 6 and maybe even a meal 7 in there-even if it is just some extra PB or more turkey. You got this girl, and you got a new guy too!!!:D

shortsteph

05-13-2005, 07:38 AM

Hey hope you and the kids are getting settled in to the new place...

sthpadregrl

05-13-2005, 02:22 PM

Meal 1
1/2c oatmeal, protein, strawberries, cinnamon
Meal 2
small granny smith apple, turkey breast, small spinach salad
Meal 3
stuffed red pepper with tuna

ran 4 miles, slow

Meal 4
1/2 c oatmeal, w/protein, 3 oz diced peaches
Meal 5
(had to pick something up)
had grilled chicken salad from wendy's and banana
Meal 6
1/2 protein shake before bed........i intended to drink the whole thing....but it was just too much.

I went to this "spa" party last night. Sort of like any other home party, pampered chef, tupperware.....but this was for Beauty Control.
I am not very disciplined at taking care of my skin or anything. I figure i washed my face in the shower (i take on average 3 a day) why get that whole routine going.....LOL too lazy
but this was a realy really cool party.....pedicure, then some face stuff and did some products for hands.....I was sold....
anyways...that's why i had to just grab something to eat...soccer practice for the kids then straight to the party

shortsteph

05-13-2005, 03:06 PM

Sounds like a fun party

sthpadregrl

05-24-2005, 11:24 AM

may 23rd

ok ladies....sorry I'm so far behind here....I've spent all morning just reading everyone's journal. You all are all soooo motivating.

I was out of town for 5 days to see my sister in El Paso...and my whole family was able to be there. So that was awesome. She's going to Korea in a couple of months, and my little sister will be in Japan for 3 yrs. Her husband is going to Iraq in 2 months....so there is a lot of moving going on in my family...so it was a blessing to see EVERYONE.

nuff said....i splurged all weekend long, but didn't gain any weight (odd) still 145....but im sooo gung ho now so that is cool.
i'm hitting the gym right now..........so I'll update my diet in an hour....

arose70

05-24-2005, 11:34 AM

YAY!!!! Nice to see ya around again :) Thought we lost ya for a sec! Good to hear things went so well on your trip---and not a lb gained....AWESOME! Great job! I better see some better cal numbers now....at least 1600???!!! Please??!! Welcome back.

sthpadregrl

05-24-2005, 01:15 PM

Hey Arose.......thanks for the hello and the encouragement. I am working on my calories. Really i just keep addign protein shakes. Seems to be the only way to get them up.

Meal 1
1/2 c oatmeal, 1 scoop protein, 1 banana
Meal 2
2 protein pancakes
Meal 3
1/2 yam, turkey breast, spinach salad
ran 4 miles
Meal 4
1/2 yam, tuna, 5 eggwhites, green beans
Meal 5
protein shake
Meal 6
grilled chicken, salad, black beans, (munched on apple for next hour or so)

sthpadregrl

05-25-2005, 08:28 AM

am walked stairs (new apt)
bi's
ez bar curl 3x
runners curl 3x
supinating curl on wall 3x

meal 1
protein shake w/banana
meal 2
2 protein pancakes
meal 3
grilled chicken salad w/strawberries
meal 4
1/2 protein shake

lunch workout
did elliptical machine for 20 min, then ran 20 min (i forgot my socks I HATE when i forget something for the gym)

Meal 5
1/2 protein shake, tuna, salad and green beans
Meal 6
7oz sirloin steak, salad, steamed veggies
Meal 7
apple w/pb

arose70

05-25-2005, 09:01 AM

Hey! Look at those cals, much better don't you think? Have you plugged em into Fitday? I think it's looking a ton better!!

Argh, I hate it when I forget stuff like that for the gym...HATE it! Good job for you to keep working out though! Gotta say it again, nice to see you around here :)

shortsteph

05-26-2005, 06:08 AM

Hey girl,

Glad to see you around these days... I guess you have the new place settled in right?

arose70

05-26-2005, 11:08 AM

Hey becca, I just read your post in the "what men think of my muscles" or something thread. I am so sorry that happened to you. That man should be put to rest! Good for you for getting out of the relationship. I can't imagine the emotions that would have come up and how your self-esteem was affected. You are very strong and you are right, men are attracted to confidence...and you got it! You deserve a man that treats you well and I hope you are still seeing this soccer guy (he seemed very nice :))...we haven't heard about him!! Good for you and your self-confidence!!!!! Be proud of how far you've come.

sthpadregrl

05-26-2005, 02:51 PM

Let me tell you girl.......I don't know what my problem is. I've pretty much chalked it up to "their" problem. there is no fight...no arguement no idea as to why things go the way they do............but i am in a rut. Every guy I start "talking" to....yeah stops dead in their tracks in 1 month. 1 month.....i swear there is a running poll on me at work now. You could set a watch to it....1 month
(I work with all men) and they all say i am the coolest most perfect chick........but can't keep a guy interested in me for more than 1 month..........it's a fluke im sure. I kept telling myself it was them........but yet another guy.....soccer guy...just falls off the face of the earth. So odd.....

sthpadregrl

05-26-2005, 03:00 PM

am
walked stairs 20 min (i actually lke that my apt is upstairs, how sick am i)
abs
Meal 1
2 protein pancakes, apple
Meal 2
1/2 c oatmeal, 1/2 banana, 5 eggwhites
Meal 3
tuna, spinach salad
(no lunch workout, took kids to dentist and other errands) ughgughgh
Meal 4
mcdonalds salad, grilled chicken
Meal 5
grilled chicken, green beans, black beans
Meal 6
1/2 protein shake

sthpadregrl

05-26-2005, 03:01 PM

oh the new guy that took me to lunch week before i went out of town (mexican food day) totally new guy..........he's marital arts instructor...not soccer guy.......so he promised to talk to me for at least 6 weeks to figure out what is wrong with me..............we'll see

sb_cali

05-26-2005, 03:28 PM

Hey there becca,

I also read your "man and muscles" post and I felt so bad for you. Once again I'm stumped by how mean and cruel and CONTROLLING men can be, ugh... I am SO glad you're out of that situation. :o

I have a friend who has the same 4-week-phenomenon going on... It's crazy! She dates them for about a month and then they just disappear! This friend is smart, funny, sweet and has got her head screwed on straight...(unlike some of my other friends :p) and men just disappear.
I keep telling her if I was a single guy I'd date her in a heartbeat :D

Enjoy your new guy - Oh and I'm pretty sure there's nothing wrong with you ;) I think the problem lies with the men... (my apologies to all those "nice guys" out there)

sb_cali

arose70

06-01-2005, 09:12 AM

HEY! I caught you!!!!! I see you on here....you better get back on track with your journal.....did you not see where I said that it was good to have you back???????? Well, come back then!!!!

sthpadregrl

06-01-2005, 09:56 AM

girl...........i was reading your journal.......i had to catch up from my 5 days off from work. BUT......i have the internet at my house now...finally getting out of the stone age. I have to start doing some work from home so figured i should get set up. When I moved i went ahead and got some high speed at my house. heheheh more bb.com

anyways ladies........thanks cali for letting me know im not the only one seeing this weird trend in men. For some reason it works out though these last 2 guys sorta overlapped, then the coach just stopped talking to me outta no where....and then i met this guy. So we will see. i completly click with this guy though. He is just FUN that is all I can think of to describe him. LOL (well and a hottie) I'm a little nervous that i am giddy over this. But time will tell.

i've been doing really well even though I haven't posted. My ex was in town this past mem weekend so of course...........we ate absolutely perfectly. I got to run every morning (was babysitting a dog) and worked out every night. It was just the jolt I needed.
so now i'm 143, weighed in this am.........not as much of a loss as I would like...but getting there. I'm doing measurements this week too. need to see if can track results that way rather than just the scale.............you inspired me AROSE!!!

sthpadregrl

06-02-2005, 11:02 AM

am ran stairs 20 min
Meal 1
2 protein pancakes, strawberries
Meal 2
tuna, apple
Meal 3
ww rice cake with peanut butter and 1/2 banana (i forgot not to have fats before my workout....uggugh)
lunch workout/chest
bench 3x
push ups to failure
incline bench 2x
pushups to failure
incline db press 2x
incline flyes 2x
flat bench db flyes 2x
push ups to failure

i wanna start doing a few cable flyes.........i just love working chest. I Think it's cause i'm pretty blessed there and I wanna keep my girls a little firm......LOL
Meal 4
grilled chicken, 1/2 banana and salad
Meal 5
gortons grilled fish fillet (keep forgetting to check how many oz it is, seems small) asparagus and salad

i think i still needed to add 1 more meal.........but just got busy, enjoyed the new pool with the kids

arose70

06-02-2005, 12:24 PM

Yay! hahahahaha!!! Good work staying on track....especially with the new hottie!!!! That was always a challenge for my husband and I-we always wanted to cuddle up with some ice cream, cookies, pizza, you name it! And we were always going out to eat (not healthfully)! So good for you!

THE POOL!!!! That is so awesome!!! good job on the workouts too, are you gonna keep your incline and flat bench flys if you include cable's too?

Food is looking better, I think adding another meal is an excellent idea!!!

Oh, and throw that damn scale away---glad I could inspire ;) That was so nice to read :D

shortsteph

06-03-2005, 06:05 AM

Glad to see ya back.... :)

sthpadregrl

06-03-2005, 10:57 AM

THE POOL!!!! That is so awesome!!! good job on the workouts too, are you gonna keep your incline and flat bench flys if you include cable's too?

i have no idea how to work those in, and what to take out...... I'll play with my schedule this weekend and see what i can omit.......i'm still doing my workout during my lunch hour so i have to hussle.

thanks for the hello shortsteph.......i can't wait to hear your results and just thoughts on the race

MsJewels

06-03-2005, 11:06 AM

i wanna start doing a few cable flyes.........i just love working chest.
I hear ya! These days, working chest is my fav. But I seem to change favourites often, depending upon how strong I am on which day. lol! Cable flyes are awesome, too.

Looks like you're doing great!

sthpadregrl

06-03-2005, 01:00 PM

Hey there becca,

I have a friend who has the same 4-week-phenomenon going on... It's crazy! She dates them for about a month and then they just disappear! This friend is smart, funny, sweet and has got her head screwed on straight...(unlike some of my other friends :p) and men just disappear.
I keep telling her if I was a single guy I'd date her in a heartbeat :D

sb_cali

oh it's 1 month this week..........not that I would normally get all giddy about this. But he promised me 6 weeks.........let's see how long it takes to run this one off

sthpadregrl

06-03-2005, 01:05 PM

am
walked stairs, 20 min worked abs
Meal 1
protein shake w/banana
Meal 2
turkey stuffed pepper, spinach salad
Meal 3
salad and grilled fish (gortons fish fillets, im getting lazy)

lunch
ran 4 miles
Meal 4
salad, bowl of black beans
Meal 5
chicken soft tacos, 2 (used corn tortillas, not sure how much that does to improve the meal)
Meal 6
protein shake

I'm trying to get some new leftover type meals in...see if i can get more food from "real" food........we'll see...but i didnt get sick yeah!!

sthpadregrl

06-03-2005, 01:21 PM

Hey guys.........interesting situation here I'd like some opinions on

there is a guy i work with, dont know him super well just in the same dept. He's been working towards a photography degree for um...2 yrs i think and has asked me many times to pose for him. I always declined. Here we are 2 yrs later and many people at work have used him for photos, weddings...kids...sporting events...family stuff.....
so he asked me again because he needs to submit photos for a latina competition, needs a hispanic female to model. I did view the syllabus for his class and the criteria for the competition......seems legit so I'm gonna go ahead and do it.
NEXT WEEK SATURDAY...........I'm freaking out though cause of course like all women........i wanna lose weight :( in a week, which i know is not possible to be done in any good manner.........
anyways just wanted to let you guys know what was going on cause I'm doing nothing but cardio for the next week.
maybe it will jump start my metabolism who knows......:)

shortsteph

06-03-2005, 01:27 PM

sthpadregrl

06-03-2005, 01:40 PM

hahah that was my question........

he needs poses indoor and out
in sundress
casual skirt
denim
trendy make up (i was told this is the magazine scary kind)
athletic (why he chose me, i liked that comment)
wind blown hair (everyone at work said i was good for this since i don't brush my hair......punks)
draped fabric
and a lingerie shot
a 2 piece lingerie shot
and 2 w/ "implied" nudity.......
I'm also doing a whole segment of topless back shots. That one was easy cause i love my back :) those lat pulldowns are helping.....
that's for his class, not for his competition

the last 4 poses were why i always turned this guy down........
i told him i would do all the others and see how we felt for the last 4.......
truth is i love lingerie........i got so addicted i started selling it. ahhaha
so I figured I'm sure i can dig up flattering, tasteful stuff......just depends how comfortable I am with it at that time. He agreed.

i get all the proofs and pics for free.......what weirds me out is... this competition he enrolled in is in NY so his professor here sees the pics, and they send them to NY but im thinking........where do they go. I want to know where my pictures will end up???

shortsteph

06-03-2005, 01:49 PM

the last four would get me too.. and I would want to know where the pic go too... Good luck!!

arose70

06-03-2005, 01:53 PM

That is so awesome!!!! Look, a model!!!!! What a compliment...obviously everyone thinks you look great now and don't need to lose weight, or else he wouldn't choose you! how cool, you'll have to post some of those up here!!! Let us know any developments!

sthpadregrl

06-03-2005, 03:00 PM

Thanks guys for the encouragement......i'm still nervous though. You have to realize I'm 1 of 5 women in the whole dept......i think he had limited options LOL

arose70

06-03-2005, 08:25 PM

Limited options...pfft!! You are a hottie and now you get fun modeling pics (that you BETTER post)!!!! YAY! Congrats again, MODEL! :D

Becca, your "strong 2nd" post in my journal really meant a lot, thank you so much ;) You are so awesome!

sthpadregrl

06-06-2005, 11:28 AM

man i hate weekends, i come back here and my journal is on the 3rd page......LOL
i'm not gonna post the whole weekend. alot of stuff happened.
ie....my post in the general section......
i ate great, if anything i think i needed to eat a bit more on sunday.

played two soccer game saturday night, and just in the pool really with the kids friday-sunday.

will post again shortly, going to the gym now

oh and now i have a bruise on my nose, and my neck from this weekend. Just in the time for the pics coming up.

arose70

06-06-2005, 11:51 AM

Hey! I can't believe that jerk!!!! WOW! i would've kicked his ass too-way to go for sticking up for yourself, and your kids! (hope they're doing alright by the way).

Well, if you have bruises from that jackass they can usually cover em up, and you have a few days so hopefully they'll be more yellow by saturday rather than black/blue. And you said you were going to have to wear tons of makeup so I'm sure it won't be a problem-definitely a nuisance though.

Are you going to press charges against this guy????? This just gets my blood boiling.

sthpadregrl

06-07-2005, 01:35 PM

Has anyone seen that Magic Bullet infomercial ?? My wonderful older sister got me that for mother's day. So I had sooo much fun chopping stuff up.
I made turkey chili (sort of arose's recipe) but i just kept chopping stuff. LOL
cilantro, cumin, tomatoes, peppers.......woohoo

am
ran stairs, 15 min
biceps
ex bar curl 3x
reverse grip curl 3x
wall hammer curl 3x
Meal 1
protein shake
Meal 2
tuna, 4 eggwhites, apple
Meal 3
1/2 grilled chicken, spinach salad
lunch
ran 4 miles
Meal 4
1/2 grilled chicken, spinach salad
Meal 5
turkey chili

arose70

06-07-2005, 01:45 PM

Hi! mmmm, that Magic Bullet sounds delightful!!! I am getting so into that cooking stuff now that I can actually put things together in the kitchen and have them taste alright!! Diet is looking better yet!!! Can you add some carbs to breakfast, I believe this will cut off your cortisol levels that increased overnight....cortisol is BAD!!! LOL! Maybe some oats in that shake or even "happy cookies" mmmmm, protein pancakes???

Anyhoo, workout looks great! Are you doing a 5 day split?

sthpadregrl

06-07-2005, 02:45 PM

ok......i know I need more cals, and more carbs..........but I was trying to cut a little for the pictures this saturday. I know it's wrong, and that I won't technically make any substantial gains...or anythign that i can possibly maintain. But i figured even 3 pounds would look better in a picture........and I'm down that 3 already. 140 today during lunch...........140 was the plateau I've been stuck on umm for like 6 mths.........so if i can break that i'm happy even if it is temp, hell it's some movement.
It's sorta neat though.......having something to train for again (only 1 week though)
speaking of which, my buddy the one i was doing the adventure race with this summer, he rode his bike off a cliff (so to speak) break his leg....so we are out for this sept. he wanted to try and race anyways, but i think he's crazy..............so that is disappointing

sthpadregrl

06-07-2005, 02:46 PM

Hey ladies.......what's the proper way to measure myself?
flexed, unflexed...and around where.........

from everyone's post I'm thinking
forearm
bicep (flexed?)
chest (around where?)
waist
thigh (where?)
hips (where)

sthpadregrl

06-08-2005, 06:19 AM

am
ran sprints,
from what I can tell the loop my apt makes is 1/4 mile. so i ran 1/2 mile warm up, and 4/ 200m sprints, with jogging in between and 1/2 mile cool down??? this is a rough estimate. took about 20 min
Meal 1
protein shake w/ 1/2 banana
Meal 2
turkey chili
Meal 3
rice cake, w/ other half of banana
lunch
did eliptical machine 20 min and ran 20 min, just steady jog
Meal 4
protein shake
Meal 5
grilled chicken salad
(we went to fuddruckers for a bday dinner party) man it was sooo hard to get the salad and not a big fat juicy bacon and cheese covered smothered with bad stuff burger.........but pictures this saturday.

weighed 140 at lunch time

sthpadregrl

06-08-2005, 01:29 PM

man i feel sooo awful. I'm pretty sure it's just allergies..but this is just too much. I've had a sore throat since yesterday, but today it's full blown, cough..hacking, sneezing, water eyes, super sore throat.....
i was supposed to go to the gym tonight (starting to workout in the evenings m, w) and im sooo looking forward to it.......but im sooo dead too.

arose70

06-08-2005, 01:49 PM

Hi, sorry to hear you feel sick :( For measurements I think most people measure where the largest part is of each bodypart. Like the top of the thigh, bicep (both flexed and unflexed), chest, and hips. The only place I measure the smallest part is my waist. I do that just because those are the places I KNOW I want smaller LOL! Then I can see easily where I measured last time to make it accurate.

That's terrible about your friend breaking his leg!!!! Oh no!!

I think your cals look pretty respectable still, you know you need more though. I think a lot of modeling is all about confidence so if this is REALLY important to you I think you should do whatever you want to (as long as it's healthy ;)) to increase your confidence before the shoot.

If you are feeling sick, you may want to skip the gym....but if you can push through it go ahead, it may clear out your lungs a tad (that's probably a myth but I find I feel better if I do cardio, not weights, when I am sick).

Good job at fuddrucker's!!!!

sthpadregrl

06-08-2005, 02:15 PM

I think your cals look pretty respectable still, you know you need more though. I think a lot of modeling is all about confidence so if this is REALLY important to you I think you should do whatever you want to (as long as it's healthy ;)) to increase your confidence before the shoot.

well overall it's not that this is REALLY important, i'm by no means a model. I just think it woudl be fun, and wouldn't mind looking my best for it. But that also means, no bags under my eyes and sick yellow skin or something cause im exhausted (sick) or starving..........so i'm just doing those little cuts. It's saturday so really, almost there anyways

i'm going to take my measurements so i have a better way of tracking my results...and i'll start using fitday again. LOL im just lazy thought it was a pain in the ass....but i guess i can't manipulate my numbers if i don't know them. I think I might be eating more than i think I am so i am looking forward to seeing the improvements there

sthpadregrl

06-09-2005, 07:34 AM

am
ran 2 miles/intervals
Meal 1
protein shake, strawberries
Meal 2
2 protein pancakes, 4 eggwhites
Meal 3
grilled chicken, salad
Meal 4
handful almonds, grilled chicken, broccoli

did stairmaster for 30 min, worked back
assisted pull ups 3x
lat pull downs 3x
seated row 3x
back extensions 4x sets to failure
sat in sauna 10 min

Meal 5
protein shake

i felt sooo weak yesterday. I know it's cause im fighting this cold. but man..........sore throat is kiling me the protein shake was the easiest stuff to get down.
but i went to bed at 10 and wake up at 7 (a little late) so i feel like i am on the upside now.........i hope

sthpadregrl

06-09-2005, 12:50 PM

Ok, this is it. Finally got my starting measurements. The only good thing about these numbers is that there is plenty of room for improvement. I still dont' really know if I'm measuring in the right places, but figured as long as i do it the same place every time it will be OK.

Chest 37 ¼”
Bicep unflexed 11”
Flexed 11 ¾”
Waist 33”
Thigh 21 ½”
Hips 42 ¼”

sthpadregrl

06-09-2005, 12:52 PM

oh yeah, I weighed 140lbs today

arose70

06-09-2005, 01:14 PM

Hey!! We have similar measurements ;) Except, tonight, when you are asleep, I am going to steal your thighs and run away with them :D Good job Becs!!!

Krissypoo

06-09-2005, 04:30 PM

Ok, this is it. Finally got my starting measurements. The only good thing about these numbers is that there is plenty of room for improvement.

There's always a silver lining...I'm glad you found it!

sthpadregrl

06-10-2005, 07:36 AM

Meal 1
2 protein pancakes
Meal 2
tuna, 4 eggwhites and 1/2 orange
Meal 3
1/2 grilled chicken breast
lunch workout....
i forgot my damn running shoes so i skipped the cardio and worked my chest in flip flops.......
bench 3x
incline press 2x
incline flyes 2x
flat flyes 3x
pushups to failure, between each set
assisted dips to failure 3x
Meal 4
other half of grilled chicken, spinach salad
Meal 5
protein shake

arose70

06-10-2005, 07:54 AM

Have you put your food into fitday yet??

sthpadregrl

06-10-2005, 01:45 PM

Hey arose...i know you are checking on me. I really appreciate it. I'm gonna start fit day next week........i'm still in my cut back mode for my pics tomorrow (sooo nervous) but I know that i was finally getting my calories up and my energy has been great....so im thinking those are related. hehehe i think wannabe pointed that out to me........

have a good weekend ladies

sthpadregrl

06-13-2005, 10:38 AM

Hey ladies......good weekend for the most part. I didn't work out at all though. so that is very bad. I played 3 soccer games and was totally worn out from them, but can't really count that either.
ate great.....
and did the photo session thing on Saturday. It was OK, nothing spectacular and honestly I don't know how well they came out. I saw a few of them and wasn't too impressed. LOL the 2 photographers were thrilled though......so maybe I just don't have that trained eye, or don't know what they were looking for. If anythign it was an eye opener for me.........sheesh...all i could see were rolls, and soft love handles and tons of stuff i dont want to see anymore.......so I am all gung ho again.......LOL My daughter is sick and at a friends house today, so i have to work through my lunch and take her to the dr today, which means no workout in lunch or tonight.........I guess i'll have to get up early and make up for it.

I did have a Dr Pepper on Saturday (with some 151 in it) lol to loosen up a bit and that was BAD.........i forgot how much I LOVE dr pepper.....thing is i haven't had any in so long......it was almost too sweet for me...so hopefully I won't like them anymore

shortsteph

06-13-2005, 12:21 PM

I love Dr pepper too.. I know what ya mean about it being super sweet now... I did have one today too...

Hope your kiddo gets better too!

sthpadregrl

06-14-2005, 08:56 AM

Meal 1
1/2c oatmeal, protein, strawberries cinnamon
Meal 2
4 eggwhites, spinach salad
Meal 3
3oz tuna

met new guy for some thai food.......i had chicken satay, i don't think it was too bad....cucumber salad (probably with sugar) and a small spoon of steam rice ( I haven't had white rice in ages...forgot how much i love it, and i need to stay away from that) hmmph

**** had way too long of a break from eating in here ****

had a protein shake before bed
this was a terrible day........i ate pretty bad and didn't work out at all........
but it was nice to sit down to a late lunch with the new guy and he was telling me how he is going to start running again........oohhh i can just go off on those topics. :)

sthpadregrl

06-15-2005, 11:11 AM

am
ran sprints and just did a lot of extra stretching. I've been feeling tight lately. At least I noticed it after those last soccer games
Meal 1
protein shake, w/ banana
Meal 2
1 protein pancake with an apple
Meal 3
steamed turkey breast, spinach salad
Meal 4
salad and tuna, 2 eggwhites

lunch workout
worked back
assisted pull ups 4x to failure
tried doing those 1 arm pull ups............hahha that's funny
seated row 3x
lat pull downs 3x
bent over rows 3x
back extensions 4x

Meal 5
grilled turkey, spinach salad and about a whole cup of broccoli
Meal 6
7oz steak, grilled veggies, salad

sthpadregrl

06-15-2005, 11:12 AM

I wrecked my car this am............ughguh still working out all the details with insurance. I've never wrecked before in my life...never had a tkt either. it was scary just cause I didnt know what to do. Luckily the lady i hit was very nice. SHe had this big ol' suburban and my car just crumpled up behind it....i practically drove under her............sheesh

arose70

06-15-2005, 11:34 AM

You okay?????!!! That is terrible, I'm so sorry....bummer, those things shake me up sooooo bad.

Are you going to be able to keep any of the pics from your photo shoot?? And who exactly is this new guy?? Lots in common? Sounds like you had fun :) And meals yesterday looked great!!!!!! Good job becs, keep up the great work. Hope you're alright after that accident...even the littlest bump can mean some injury so take care of yourself :)

sthpadregrl

06-16-2005, 01:46 PM

am
ran stairs
Meal 1 protein shake

had my car accident here.....pretty much jacked up the rest of my day. Sorry ladies but i would have to chalk up yesterday as one of the worst days ever. last night i walked with my kids to a dollar store to buy water balloons which were needed for the daycare........lost my keys at some point. i think they slipped out of my pocket while running across the street, that is the only thing i can think of.

sooooo...wrecked my car. it's not totalled, insurance is covering it and the collision center is letting me pay my deductible over 3 mos no interest. So that is taken care of, i guess. got a girlfriend letting me borrow her extra car. and the martial arts guy totally offered so much stuff to me yesterday. Ride to work, borrow the car....pick up dinner since i was stressed. so that was neat to see his reaction.
I hate sounding like the dumb girl that can't drive or something, that stereotype....LOL but i have never wrecked or even had a tkt before in my life. so i didnt know what to do

some fo the guys i work with are all really sweet. like brothers or something....like im the little sister on the team
anyways
1 picked me up from the accident and went with me to do all the paperwork
another when i got to my desk had a dr pepper and popsicle waiting for me (my vice) and
another guy bought me flowers on his lunch hour
so it was great to see how my friends were trying to take care of me...........tooo nice

but obviously my diet and workouts were shot to hell
there is 1 guy i've been meeting at the gym on mon and wed (just another runner) and i couldn't meet him last night, no ride......
so i will try to get back on track as soon as possible

sthpadregrl

06-16-2005, 01:52 PM

Arose......... you wont believe this. Some how the guy lost just about all of my pics on his computer. He was working on them (touching up or whatever else) during a storm and lost power......he said he had a few that he already printed out....but not "links" i have 2 but i'm not putting them on here....LOL

this new guy is the martial arts guy I told you about. We are going on 6 weeks this week. I know it's silly but considering the last guys didn't talk to me after a month......i just find it funny. He keeps saying it's my fault and i need to be more consistent with my self defense classes.......i keep saying if i could bat my eyes and get a discount on the class from the instructor maybe i would........

arose70

06-17-2005, 06:21 AM

LOL! Bat your eyes, I bet! That's great Becs, he sounds like a nice guy...and you broke the month curse :p!

That is really sweet about the guys at work too-I love having guy friends like that, they just really know how to pick you up in your worst moments, and then make fun of you the next (oh, wait, that make fun part applies to me ;))

I can't believe that about the pics, really, that is terrible! Glad the other two were great ;)

Don't worry about the workout or nutrition the past couple days, sounds like you had a few more important things to keep in mind---like not getting into any more car accidents! Glad you're okay, have a great day and weekend!!! :)

shortsteph

06-17-2005, 01:55 PM

Wow girl... I thought I had a bad week. Glad to hear your OK..

Good luck with the new guy...

Hope your weekend it good!

shortsteph

06-20-2005, 08:59 AM

Hey how are things going I havent heard from you in a bit..

Did you get the car stuff worked out?

Hope your doing ok..

sthpadregrl

06-20-2005, 09:27 AM

Thank you so much for checking on me shortsteph........
everything seems to be in order for my car finally....now I'm just getting back to routine. LOL seems like I'm always getting back to it......my kids are going out of town this wednesday for approx 3 weeks........I plan on completly devoting myself to the gym 1...no babysitting trouble and 2..i'll need to keep myself busy so i dont go crazy missing them....

i ate decently this weekend, nothing prefect, but nothing too bad..i dont think i eat enough on weekends?

i did play 6 soccer games between sat-sun....tournament. So that was pretty good........my legs still feel like jello....

update you later........

arose70

06-20-2005, 11:25 AM

The next three weeks sound like heaven...besides missing your kids of course! That'll be a great time to get back on track, figure out some new meal ideas.........go out with the martial arts guy ;)

6 soccer games this weekend!!!!! Whoa! You better be eating enough with that schedule!!!! Becs, I am losing weight and looking thinner than I ever have and I'm eating like a pig!! Today will hit 1900 at least, and honestly, it is keeping me sane through my week o' hell :D YOU CAN DO THIS! I know it's scary and it will be for a few weeks but once you get into a routine things just start to click with nutrition. (Of course, weekends are ALWAYS so hard for me too-getting out of my work day certainly takes its toll ;)) Have you put your stuff into fitday yet? Should I stop harassing you about that???!!!! LOL! Go at your own pace Becs, but just make sure to go! SO glad to hear everything is going better with the car and life in general.

You're doin great!

sthpadregrl

06-20-2005, 01:02 PM

arose you are so damn encouraging........yes i got back into fitday...but i started it today...455 cals so far.....not good :(
i made a dozen protein pancakes for this weekend and the guys on my team ate them all........so I ended up with granola bars and gatorade on saturday.
My daughter actually got after one of the guys....she said, "ummm my mom made those to be strong for her game....boys aren't allowed to score, so don't eat her food, she needs it"
I was amazed she even paid enough attention to the game to know only women score on the coed teams. LOL but it was precious........I tell ya my kids take care of me

i had a great chest workout today.....i love it I could barely hold my gallon water jug hehehe i love that feeling

sthpadregrl

06-21-2005, 09:29 AM

very low on cals.......gughughggh

Meal 1
1/2 c oatmeal, protein, 1/2 banana
Meal 2
1/2 banana, 1 tbs pb, 3 egg whites
luch workout
worked chest
flat bench, db press 2x
db flyes 3x
incline db press, 2x
incline db flyes 3x
pushups to failure between sets since couldn't get on bench
assisted dips 3x

Meal 3
broiled turkey breast, mixed veggies, 1/2 baked potato

Meal 4
grilled chicken breast, green beans, grilled mixed veggies (restaurant)

fitday
cals 1035
fat 18%
carb 43%
pro 39%

arose70

06-21-2005, 09:36 AM

Restaurant, eh??!!! Did you happen to be accompanied by a certain guy thank can throw some mean martial arts moves?????!!!

It's okay about the cals, seriously, now that you have a starting point that is great! You can just build from here. I know you know what you need to do...100-200 cals more for a week, then increase on that for a week, etc till you hit at least maybe 1600?? And more for your soccer games-you tell your daughter she better not let those guys take all your protein pancakes!! Ratios look great too for a start! You could start by stopping all this 1/2 stuff like eat a whole banana for meal 1, meal 2 add another piece of fruit and eat the whole baked potato later. This would be perfect to start out for this first week or two. You can do it! Good luck :)

arose70

06-23-2005, 07:07 AM

Hey! Did you see my reply about scars in that thread you started??? Retin-A is a miracle drug as far as I'm concerned (for my scar anyway) and it was wonderful. Avoid the sun at all costs though when you are using it!!!!

arose70

06-23-2005, 07:08 AM

Oh, I almost forgot-----YOU ARE COMING TO NEW ORLEANS WITH US!!!!!!!!!!!! Check out the thread on the first Women's Forum BB.com Party weekend!!!! It will be so much fun!!!!!!!!!!! :D

shortsteph

06-23-2005, 08:25 AM

Hey girl its been awhile since i posted.. sorry to hear about your burn..

My brother burned his leg on the pipes of his cobra... hence he called his burn a snake bite ....

I think he keep a bandage on his with aloe... hope it heals well and no scars.

NO trip sounds fun

sthpadregrl

06-23-2005, 08:28 AM

i'm just gonna start typing all topics directly to you......i think you are the only person reading my journal. which is probably a good thing right now since it's a lot more griping, then bb'ing.

i did see your comments on the scar...how do you get retin-a?? i thought that was prescription only. I've used mederma before so i'll probably start on that because i was pretty impressed with that on my c-section scar

i would soooo love to go to NO.........see I'm new to this whole single life...and I was married at 19...I feel like there is a lot of partying I have never done and now i have to make up for some lost time. :) i can go manizing with Kris...hehe I'm all about the manizing

the restaurant meal was with my parents....last night in town and they took my babies sniff sniff yesterday was my 1st night alone and it was already TOO quiet. not used to that.
i went for a walk just to "take it in" rather than a run.......I'll be running a lot next couple of weeks anyways since the kids are gone. Gotta keep myself busy so i dont go nuts without them.

sthpadregrl

06-23-2005, 08:30 AM

hey steph...i think you posted the same time i did......you are still reading my journal. LOL I read about your lasagna dinner and had to step away from the keyboard........

shortsteph

06-23-2005, 08:41 AM

hey steph...i think you posted the same time i did......you are still reading my journal. LOL I read about your lasagna dinner and had to step away from the keyboard........

Sorry ... about that!!

Thats how scary my eats have been lately!!

shortsteph

06-23-2005, 08:46 AM

I know how you feel about the quiet with the kids being gone...

My hubs has been gone for 5 days now... mom took the kids for a night.. the evening was sooooo quiet.. But I did really enjoy getting up for a morning run the next day!!

Hope you are doing well... Enjoy the quiet and get some quality workouts in these few weeks....

Thanks for the encourgment.... yep and Im still reading your journal!!

sthpadregrl

06-23-2005, 08:47 AM

am
ran sprints, stopped early and did a lot of stretching...i felt tight for some reason
Meal 1
protein shake
Meal 2
oatmeal, protein, strawberries, cinnamon
Meal 3
7oz tuna, 4 eggwhites, 1c broccoli
Meal 4
grilled chicken salad (lunch with friends, burned my leg)..should have been at the gym instead LOL
Meal 5
banana, w/pb, 3 eggwhites
Meal 6
8oz steak, steamed veggies, (i had shrimp too...i dont know if shrimp is good or bad??) lemonade............ohhhh lemonade
Meal 7
1/2 protein shake
I was up late watchign the spurs game...my mother wanted something sweet so i made her my dad's favorite cookies (since my dad was there too) and i had my half chocolate protein shake.....I was so proud.

ok.......cals were very high for me, twice what i ate the day before?? and that's bad considering i only ran a few sprints in the morning, hardly a full workout day?? the lemonade didn't help that was 300 cal's just for the sake of splurging..........oh well...at least i didnt get sick

fitday
cals 2218
fat 21%
pro 52%
carb 28%

sthpadregrl

06-23-2005, 08:57 AM

ran 4 miles, am with my daddy
Meal 1
2 protein pancakes, strawberries
played 9 holes of golf with my dad, not sure if that counts as any exercise. He made me walk though
Meal 2
4 eggwhites, 2 eggs scrambled with onion, peppers, tomatoes, 1 orange
Meal 3
protein shake
went swimming with kids (that's gotta count for something, they wear me out)
Meal 4
grilled chicken, roasted veggies, salad, grilled pineapple for dessert
Meal 5
hotdog (this was bad, but we were out with my parents, everyoen got hungry and i just had 1 to hold me over)
Meal 6
tuna, 3 eggwhites, banana

woohoo 1603 that is a good day for me i think, odd since i had the hotdog and the meals were all jacked up, not planned at all...just grabbing stuff while we were at home

fitday
Total: 1603
Fat: 42 379 25%
Sat: 13 115 7%
Poly: 7 63 4%
Mono: 15 136 9%
Carbs: 130 449 29%
Fiber: 17 0 0%
Protein: 177 707 46%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

arose70

06-23-2005, 09:04 AM

WOW! Look at those numbers becs! VERY IMPRESSIVE and all good clean food (lemonade, what lemonade???;)) Seriously, that is such a great meal plan-and all that protein, way to go! And today's #s-1600??????!!!!!!!!! Can you even believe it?? That is so awesome, keep it up!!

Retin-A is Rx only, I think they'd prescribe it though for that-or you could always ask for free samples! And that would be enough to help I think!

You definitely are due for some fun times in NO! That would be awesome and I know Kris would LOVE another manizing pal lol!

And I know steph and I aren't the only ones reading your journal---tons of people are! Good luck without the kiddies for a while-make sure to enjoy it!

Have a good day, and start packin!

sthpadregrl

06-24-2005, 09:11 AM

meal 1
oatmeal, protein, strawberries
Meal 2
grilled chicken, spinach salad
Meal 3
ww rice cake, w/pb and apple
Meal 4
grilled chicken salad (wendy's)

ran 3 miles to gym
worked bi/shoulders
assisted chin ups 2x
mil press 3x
front/lat raises 2x
bentover side raises 2x
ez curl 3x
incline curls 3x
hammer curls on wall 2x
ran 3 miles back home

meal 5
grilled chicken and steam veggies
Meal 6
1/2 protein shake, w/ banana 3 eggwhites (im starting to add eggwhites to my shake to make them frothy and get some pro/cals without having the WHOLE shake) they are still just so big and filling for me.
I make my protein shake with 1 scoop rather than 2......anyways, FYI

sthpadregrl

06-24-2005, 09:24 AM

fitday

Calories Eaten Today (6-23)
source grams cals %total
Total: 1590
Fat: 48 431 29%
Sat: 12 104 7%
Poly: 12 107 7%
Mono: 17 153 10%
Carbs: 80 242 16%
Fiber: 19 0 0%
Protein: 207 828 55%
Alcohol: 0 0 0%

sthpadregrl

06-24-2005, 09:26 AM

is there a formula to figure out what my macros should be?? what seems to be the standard goal as far as f/p/c ratios??

sthpadregrl

06-24-2005, 11:01 AM

I have so many questions.

Last couple of weeks while doing cardio, running and stairmaster....my feet were going numb. sort of like falling asleep with out the tingling part. It's odd, not really painful but very uncomfortable. they go back to normal after 20 min or so after i quit running. But it's totally freaking me out...i've been running since high school and have never felt this before. I know my shoes are in good condition, aren't too tight i even tried loosening them up to see if that was it.....is this circulation, blood sugar or something?? i am anemic but that is the only health concern i have

any thoughts?

arose70

06-24-2005, 11:05 AM

Becs! I am SO PROUD OF YOU! Great cals! The ratios can really depend on anything. Lots of people do 50p/30c/20f or 40/40/20.

As far as your feet, I get that when I do elliptical and everyone told me it was normal and that I should just push through. Not sure about just straight running though...I don't think it's something to be hugely concerned with but keep an eye on it. I'm no expert though-I know Briar is in her last year of physiotherapy so she may know a thing or two. Good luck and great #s again!

sthpadregrl

06-24-2005, 01:55 PM

Hey guys........
so as mentioned before most of my siblings are military. My little sister is 3 hrs away from me. Her husband is doing an NCO of the year board.........which apparently he won in San Antonio...so the commander calls her out of no where and tells her she should be down there with him. (which she originally asked to take leave for and was denied)
anwyays...so she calls me to see if i can babysit for her Sat-Tues (I was already going over there this weekend anyways to see her/niece and babysit cause she had to do emergency clinics all weekend)

anyways........I love my niece she is the funniest happiest, best dispositioned baby...and was already planning on watching her this weekend anyways.

but i was seriously pissed......my initial thought was great, there goes my workout for 4 straight days, when my kids are gone and i can finally go hardcore here........ i feel so selfish..
I mean i dind't tell her that, and i certainly didn't hesitate. THey are being station in Japan next for 3 years and I won't even see them. right now I am the closest family member so really i get to see her more than anyone else in my family. I LOVE IT....just feel guilty that i even looked at it like that........

i guess i'll be doing crunches and push ups with a 1 yr old climbing on me
so.......... have a good weekend ladies....I'll try to get online at house.