Josie's Countdown to Competition -- Protan and More Chicken

[dartol]

Sorry Joc, I should have explained, it's a Biceps curl to the eyes with an EZ bar

That sounds painful!! LOL

Mornin' Josie!

Darren

[TKD]

When I mentioned the hook grip on the snatch deads, I was referring to the olympic grip they use (hook grip), whereas you tuck the thumb behind the fingers so the grip isn't weakened by the wide grip you take on the bar. A very good technique if you can get used to the first few weeks of agony the grips gives you!! :eek: :D


Did you ever get that stretching book in the end? I checked it out on Amazon, I was rather impressed by the way the stretches were presented!
I may well but it myself :)


Take it easy mate!! ;)

[Seosaid]

Hey Darren, yup it is painful :p

Hey the other Darren, the book is awesome!! thanks for the grip idea, I'm doing the alternate grip on this one though.


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Today was Day one: (Quads, back, shoulders and rotators)
A1 - Back Squat
4 x 8 @ 110 lbs.. could not feel the 1rst 2 sets so I did the last 2 with elevated heels.. it worked!

A2 - Leg extension
3 x 18 (6 @ 90 lbs + 6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 30 lbs)
1 x 18 (6 @ 75 lbs + 6 @ 45 lbs + 6 @ 15 lbs)
intense burning sensation!!!!

B1 - Leg press
2 x 30 (10 x 270 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
1 x 30 (10 x 225 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
another intense burning sensation!!!!

C1 - Pull up + Chin up
3 x 8+3 @ 85 lbs
2 x 5+5 @ 100 lbs
this is VERY hard

C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
3 x 6 @ 45 lbs
2 x 6 @ 35 lbs

D1 - Front raise rope
2 x 8 @ 30 lbs
2 x 8 @ 25 lbs
doesn't look like much but let me tell you I had trouble lifting the last 2 reps of each set

D2 - DB Shoulder press
1 x 6 @ 17.5 lbs
1 x 6 @ 20 lbs
1 x 6 @ 22.5 lbs
1 x 6 @ 25 lbs
I'll start with 25 lbs next time

E1 - Rotators combo
3 x 24 (8 x 45 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x 90 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x side @ 3lbs)
Don't be fooled by the very light weight, those are brutal, by the end I was swearing like a sailor!!!!

Followed by 10 on the elliptical.

I couldn't do more I wanted to die!!!!
This is so far the hardest WO I've done.

I love and hate my trainer because of it :D

[dartol]

Oh no, you have TWO Darrens posting in your journal? That can't be good for you. ;)

Wow that does look like a killer workout. Awesome work! :) Much better than mine today. LOL

Darren

[Daimozz]

wow pretty inpressive ....... you do chinup and pullups with a 85/100 lbs? i feel like a pussy suddenly?

[Seosaid]

Oh no, you have TWO Darrens posting in your journal? That can't be good for you. ;)

Wow that does look like a killer workout. Awesome work! :) Much better than mine today. LOL

Darren

Two for One...I'm in big trouble :eek:


wow pretty inpressive ....... you do chinup and pullups with a 85/100 lbs? i feel like a pussy suddenly?

LOL don'T they are assisted chinups and pullups.. the less I use the better it is.. I'm the pussy here! :D

[Daimozz]

LOL don'T they are assisted chinups and pullups.. the less I use the better it is.. I'm the pussy here! :D


ohhhhhh i see lol!! i was like i know i might be a big hehind in my bicep strength but omg! lol whew....thanx....still great work outs

[Izzy04]

Hi Josie!

I'm always impressed by your leg strenght. How long did it take you to complete this wo?

lol at the assisted chin ups, I almost died when I saw the weight.

It looks like a tough wo but I know you will succeed!

Enjoy it!

[TKD]

Nice one Josie!! Nothing like a bit of pain eh? :D

The drop sets on the extensions and presses must have felt nice :p

Awesome stuff matey!!

[joed]

Just catching up with the goings-on in here; hope you're enjoying the wkend.

[jocularric]

Forsooth, thou didst do a nice bit of wielding Milady! Thy drop sets nay doubt would hath dropped me indeed.

[dbx]

So today I woke up felling fat and ugly... I think the Superpump bloats me a little even though the guy said it wouldn't... plus the Superpump gives me the Superruns :D so I feel like my body's a bit off.

I almost warned you when I read last week you said you were enjoying SP250. I have 3 unopened tubs of it. I actually enjoy the positive side of the product, but I am also a member of the club that calls it SD250 :). Something that may help a bit: You already know that it mixes poorly and leaves lots of "pockets" of chunks of unmixed product. Use a spoon to push/press the floating particles against the side of the glass to "mix' them in better with the water. I find that when I do this and stir for a little longer, that it helps alleviate the unpleasant side effect ;)





Day one: (Quads, back, shoulders and rotators)
A1 - Back Squat
A2 - Leg extension
B1 - Leg press
C1 - Pull up + Chin up
C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
D1 - Front raise rope
D2 - DB Shoulder press
E1 - Rotators combo


Day two: (Hams, Pecs, Calves)
A1 - Leg Curl
A2 - Snatch Deadlift
A3 - Back extention
B1 - Smith pecs press
B2 - Incline DB flyes
C1 - Hack Squat calves

Day three: (arms, abs)
A1 - Power ups
A2 - Close grips and overhead combo
B1 - Zottman Fat curl
B2 - DB Spider curl
C1 - Dips
C2 - Lying triceps extension
C3 - Kneeling rope pushdown
D1 - Rope crunches
D2 - Hanging knee raise

I swear that when I first saw this ^ that it was all today's workout :eek: :)

[jmc53]

I actually loved the fact that you felt easy enough to call me a cretin... guess I'll still have to wait!! ;)

"Easy" is a word I can relate to.


4 x 8 @ 110 lbs.. could not feel the 1rst 2 sets so I did the last 2 with elevated heels.. it worked!
You don't see a lot of girls squatting in stillettos - a few, but not a lot.

.. I'm the pussy here! :D
I think I'll leave that one alone :)

[AgeRage]

lol.....Josie you seem to pretty much rock!! I bet you COULD squat in stilettos!! :eek: :D

[GSCampbell]

I bet you COULD squat in stilettos!! :eek: :D

This I would pay to see! :D

[Izzy04]

Good Morning!

I'm not sure if this is right but I think I read in another thread that you're not having any cheats! Is that ture and if so for how long?

[TKD]

I'm not sure if this is right but I think I read in another thread that you're not having any cheats!

LMAO!! :D That's like me saying "I'm not going to indulge in ice cream or McD's ever again!!" :D

:p ;)

[Seosaid]

ohhhhhh i see lol!! i was like i know i might be a big hehind in my bicep strength but omg ! lol whew....thanx....still great work outs

LOL thanks!


How long did it take you to complete this wo?


you wont believe me but I lost track of time, I know it was more than 1 h 45 but I dunno exactly!


Nice one Josie!! Nothing like a bit of pain eh?

The drop sets on the extensions and presses must have felt nice

Awesome stuff matey!!

I'm sooooooooooooo sore matey!!


Just catching up with the goings-on in here; hope you're enjoying the wkend.

I was too short LOL


Forsooth, thou didst do a nice bit of wielding Milady! Thy drop sets nay doubt would hath dropped me indeed.

LOL It's been so long since I've done these, that I think my body wants to drop everything now. Gravity is even trying to get me!!!!


I almost warned you when I read last week you said you were enjoying SP250. I have 3 unopened tubs of it. I actually enjoy the positive side of the product, but I am also a member of the club that calls it SD250 .


LOL You should have told me!!!!


I have 3 unopened tubs of it.

Send them my way ;)



Something that may help a bit: I find that when I do this and stir for a little longer, that it helps alleviate the unpleasant side effect

I actually use a mixer and it mixes very well... I tried letting it sit for a while longer today..... and well let's just say it didn't work...




I swear that when I first saw this ^ that it was all today's workout

You want me dead don't you ;)


"Easy" is a word I can relate to.

You don't see a lot of girls squatting in stillettos - a few, but not a lot.

I think I'll leave that one alone

hahahahahahaha you are on fire!!!!! thanks for leaving the last one alone ;)


lol.....Josie you seem to pretty much rock!! I bet you COULD squat in stilettos!!

hhahah Hey Agerage! Glad to have you on board! Loved you pic with Hibby!!


This I would pay to see!

Really? How much? I need a new suit :D



I'm not sure if this is right but I think I read in another thread that you're not having any cheats! Is that ture and if so for how long?

Hey ... well it's almost true! I have one mini cheat a week.. and no more daily wine for me...

OVER
KAPUT


Ah well.. I am competing after all!


LMAO!! That's like me saying "I'm not going to indulge in XXXXX or XXXXX ever again!!"


:eek:!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

If you ever pronounce those 2 things again you'll be banned from my journal!!!!!!!!! :D

[Seosaid]

So today was day two or eye candy day
Summer's on the way and it shows.... all the hotties have quit their hiding place and are now getting ready for beach season... and since I still have my eyesight... I still can appreciate the view! :D

Note: I did quite feel today's WO, it was the first time and I had to juggle with the weight too much to really feel like I had given my best (or I was too disturbed by all the hotties around me... we'll never know), so next time should be better.

A1 - Leg Curl 8 second hold on last rep
4 x 8 @ 50 lbs

A2 - Snatch Deadlift
4 x 8 @ 95 lbs

A3 - Back extention
4 x 12 @ BW

B1 - Smith pecs press
2 x 12 (4 @ 60 lbs + 4 @ 40 lbs + 4 @ 30 lbs)
1 x 12 (4 @ 55 lbs + 4 @ 40 lbs + 4 @ 30 lbs)
1 x 12 (4 @ 50 lbs + 4 @ 40 lbs + 4 @ 30 lbs)

B2 - Incline DB flyes
1 x 8 @ 15 lbs
3 x 8 @ 20 lbs

C1 - Hack Squat calves - one leg
3 x 12 (6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 20 lbs)

Followed by 20 minutes on the spinner.

Coach says I've changed again... I'm sure deep down inside she meant "you're soooo bloated" :D

She actually told me I will be a bit, thanks to SP250 and not to worry.
My other supps will take care of it.

That's it for today folks!

**Edit I've received yet another photographer's request... this time in Montreal and for a lingerie/glamour shot... and I've accepted... :D I've just asked him to wait a few weeks so I can look better than this on camera
http://www.hasbro.co.uk/images/shop/product/022511863.gif

I'll let you know how it goes!

and I've also received my new espresso machine today! Thank GOD I needed my daily fix of caffeine!!

[StlBarbie]

Yes .. I am SURE you are bloated ...... :rolleyes: ................ :p

WOWZA WOMAN .. one powerhouse wo after another ..
I love those snatch deads ... GREAT JOB!!

I bet you are sore ... ALL OVER AGAIN!!!!!! :D

[SeaSiren]

and I've also received my new espresso machine today! Thank GOD I needed my daily fix of caffeine!!

Congrats on the shoot!

mmmm, espresso Now that is how to have caffeine :D

[jtroster]

What make of espresso machine? I have a Solis (http://www.greenbeanery.ca/bean/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=35_49&products_id=340).

[dartol]

This I would pay to see! :D

Me too! I'd say we can take up a collection for your new suit... ;)


I've received yet another photographer's request... this time in Montreal and for a lingerie/glamour shot... and I've accepted... :D I've just asked him to wait a few weeks so I can look better than this on camera

Cool!!! :D

Have a good day Josie!

Darren

[Daimozz]

wow great stuff......great workouts.....and gratz on the photo shoot offers.......

[batteryrequired]

Expresso....mmmmm now your talkin. Oh....and we do expect to see pics from your next shoot! :)

Warning....mixing Josie's photo shoot pics and expresso are not recommended! :D

[Izzy04]

LIfe is not fair! All the guys at my gym are gay :( and all the cute guys I meet work out at your gym :(

lol at the Miss Potato pic, I was playing with M & Miss Potato this week-end with my nephew and I was thinking about you. ( Not because of the way you look, don't worry.)

WOW 1h45 min. is a long time. You must have been exhausted. Congrats on the shoot, I can't wait to see the end result, I'm sure you're going to look fantastic. I'm sorry you're not getting your daily wine anymore though.

BTW did your coach cahnage your supps or you're still taking the same stuff as before?

have a great day!

[ChocoChick]

Hey Darren, yup it is painful :p

Hey the other Darren, the book is awesome!! thanks for the grip idea, I'm doing the alternate grip on this one though.


********

Today was Day one: (Quads, back, shoulders and rotators)
A1 - Back Squat
4 x 8 @ 110 lbs.. could not feel the 1rst 2 sets so I did the last 2 with elevated heels.. it worked!

A2 - Leg extension
3 x 18 (6 @ 90 lbs + 6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 30 lbs)
1 x 18 (6 @ 75 lbs + 6 @ 45 lbs + 6 @ 15 lbs)
intense burning sensation!!!!

B1 - Leg press
2 x 30 (10 x 270 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
1 x 30 (10 x 225 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
another intense burning sensation!!!!

C1 - Pull up + Chin up
3 x 8+3 @ 85 lbs
2 x 5+5 @ 100 lbs
this is VERY hard

C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
3 x 6 @ 45 lbs
2 x 6 @ 35 lbs

D1 - Front raise rope
2 x 8 @ 30 lbs
2 x 8 @ 25 lbs
doesn't look like much but let me tell you I had trouble lifting the last 2 reps of each set

D2 - DB Shoulder press
1 x 6 @ 17.5 lbs
1 x 6 @ 20 lbs
1 x 6 @ 22.5 lbs
1 x 6 @ 25 lbs
I'll start with 25 lbs next time

E1 - Rotators combo
3 x 24 (8 x 45 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x 90 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x side @ 3lbs)
Don't be fooled by the very light weight, those are brutal, by the end I was swearing like a sailor!!!!

Followed by 10 on the elliptical.

I couldn't do more I wanted to die!!!!
This is so far the hardest WO I've done.

I love and hate my trainer because of it :D


*passes out*


omg, how did you survive this? This is why we shouldn't let you youngsters into O35! :D

[HoosierHardGain]

Wow...congrats on getting the shoot, Josie! Have fun in Montreal, I hope your French is ok :)

Oh, and as far as the eye candy workout, do you mean that you working out is eye candy for the guys? :) Have a great day, Josie.

[Seosaid]

Yes .. I am SURE you are bloated ......

WOWZA WOMAN .. one powerhouse wo after another ..
I love those snatch deads ... GREAT JOB!!

I bet you are sore ... ALL OVER AGAIN!!!!!!

I swear I am VERY bloated!! and sore OMG!!!! I'm walk like a zombie!!!!




mmmm, espresso Now that is how to have caffeine

first thing I did this morning what to run for it! :D


What make of espresso machine? I have a Solis (http://www.greenbeanery.ca/bean/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=35_49&products_id=340).

This one (http://www.illyusa.com/AB1666000/webpage.cfm?WebPage_ID=83)


Me too! I'd say we can take up a collection for your new suit...



I swear if this is all it takes I WILL do them wearing heels :D


wow great stuff......great workouts.....and gratz on the photo shoot offers.......

Thanks Daimozz!


Expresso....mmmmm now your talkin. Oh....and we do expect to see pics from your next shoot!

Warning....mixing Josie's photo shoot pics and expresso are not recommended!
HAHAHHAHAHAHA! If I'm satisfied with the photos I will post some.. (tasteful ones of course)


LIfe is not fair! All the guys at my gym are gay and all the cute guys I meet work out at your gym

I didn't say not gay.. I just said cute :D


L I was playing with M & Miss Potato this week-end with my nephew and I was thinking about you. ( Not because of the way you look, don't worry.)
:eek: fiew


L
WOW 1h45 min. is a long time. You must have been exhausted. Congrats on the shoot, I can't wait to see the end result, I'm sure you're going to look fantastic. I'm sorry you're not getting your daily wine anymore though.

BTW did your coach cahnage your supps or you're still taking the same stuff as before?



I was soooo tired.. and even more after today's WO!!

All my sups have changed, I need an agenda just to remember them :D


*passes out*


omg, how did you survive this? This is why we shouldn't let you youngsters into O35!

LMAO! It's very hard but it should give results fast! Well I hope so anyway!


Wow...congrats on getting the shoot, Josie! Have fun in Montreal, I hope your French is ok
I'm not sure if you don't know or if your making fun of me...? You do know I AM a Frenchie from Montreal don't you?? :p



Oh, and as far as the eye candy workout, do you mean that you working out is eye candy for the guys? Have a great day, Josie.
Ahhh you just made my day!!! Have a great one Hoos'

[Seosaid]

Today's torture (this word takes it true meaning here)
Day three: (arms, abs)

A1 - Power ups
5 x 6 @ 40 lbs
A2 - Close grips and overhead combo (skullcrushers to triceps extension press to bench press)
5 x 6 @ 40 lbs

B1 - Zottman Fat curl
4 x 8 @ 10 lbs
10 lbs looks like nothing.. BUT IT BURNS

B2 - DB Spider curl
4 x 6 @ 10 lbs
10 lbs looks like nothing.. BUT IT HURTS

C1 - Dips
assisted 4 x 8 @ 75 lbs

C2 - Lying triceps extension
4 x 8 @ 10 lbs
Will use more weight next time

C3 - Kneeling rope pushdown
1 x 8 @ 40 lbs
2 x 8 @ 35 lbs
1 x 8 @ 30 lbs
For a strange reason, Kneeling is harder!!

D1 - Rope crunches
4 x 12 @ 135 lbs (reduced the weight so I could have more strength for the other abs exercise)

D2 - Hanging knee raise
4 x 10-12 @ BW

Followed by 15 on the elliptical... and I ran out of juice!!! I had zero energy left!!

[TKD]

Happy Tuesday mate! ;)

LOL @ the ban threat :D

Good WOs again Josie! How did you like the snatch deads? How wide was your grip?

[HoosierHardGain]

I'm not sure if you don't know or if your making fun of me...? You do know I AM a Frenchie from Montreal don't you?? :p


Ahhh you just made my day!!! Have a great one Hoos'

Opps...sorry, I didn't realize you were from Montreal. Now I know :)

Glad to make your day...you deserve it!

[dbx]

I actually use a mixer and it mixes very well... I tried letting it sit for a while longer today..... and well let's just say it didn't work...

And this ^ may be part of your problem :). I can't recall seeing it on the label, but SP is very much like NO-X, and NO-X tells you right on the label not to shake it. To me....this would translate into, "Don't use a blender/mixer either :D. I'm too lazy to go look at a tub, but check it out. Even if it doesn't say not to, I wouldn't do it.




You want me dead don't you ;)

Now Josie, of course not! ;)

[dartol]

Expresso....mmmmm now your talkin. Oh....and we do expect to see pics from your next shoot! :)

Warning....mixing Josie's photo shoot pics and expresso are not recommended! :D

Sounds like an excellent mix to me! :D

Darren

[mom24boys]

woman where do you get all this energy?..its supposed to be the opposite with a lil one ya know LOL woo-hoo on the photo shoot :)

[Izzy04]

Wow,

you kicked a$$ again. What does your coach have you on that you have all that energy???

I'm sure your sore and tired by now! I hope you have a day off coming up soon. I know I would be begging for one!

[BigBT]

You dropped DOWN to do the crunches at 135#??? :eek: You have a gut of steel, woman! I'm going to have to search the internet now for what some of your exercises are...I have no idea by the name. Zottman Fat Curl? That name just makes me laugh.
Super workout again, Josie :)

[Original Poster]

Wow,

you kicked a$$ again. What does your coach have you on that you have all that energy???




I suspect it's straight Lasix :eek:

Great going Josie ! ;)

[jmc53]

I've received yet another photographer's request... this time in Montreal and for a lingerie/glamour shot... and I've accepted... :D
That's excellent news - for all of us :)
Congrat's Josie.
Nice workout, but what is snatch deadlift? I haven't heard that one.

[Daimozz]

killer workout! wow ........ hot stuff...... keep it up...

[scienceteacher]

Congrats on the photo shoot Josie. How's the little "catcher" ?

[jspirate]

S
**Edit I've received yet another photographer's request... this time in Montreal and for a lingerie/glamour shot... and I've accepted... :D I've just asked him to wait a few weeks so I can look better than this on camera
http://www.hasbro.co.uk/images/shop/product/022511863.gif


Wow, this is awesome! There is no doubt that the pics will be awesome.

Anyway, I am just stopping by to deliver BIG HUGS because, ummm, well, just because you deserve em :)

[joed]

congratulations.

[Seosaid]

Good WOs again Josie! How did you like the snatch deads? How wide was your grip?

I use a wide grip, not extra wide, just wide. and I HATE them! LOL



Glad to make your day...you deserve it!

ahhh thanks Hoos'!!


And this ^ may be part of your problem :). I can't recall seeing it on the label, but SP is very much like NO-X, and NO-X tells you right on the label not to shake it. To me....this would translate into, "Don't use a blender/mixer either . I'm too lazy to go look at a tub, but check it out. Even if it doesn't say not to, I wouldn't do it.


Well I bought NO-X today, so I'll let you know how it goes. The "baby" working at GNC had so much knowledge about everything :rolleyes:


Sounds like an excellent mix to me!

Darren

LOL Darren!


woman where do you get all this energy?..its supposed to be the opposite with a lil one ya know LOL woo-hoo on the photo shoot

Believe me I have zero energy left! I was dragging my feet all day today!


Wow,

you kicked a$$ again. What does your coach have you on that you have all that energy???

I'm sure your sore and tired by now! I hope you have a day off coming up soon. I know I would be begging for one!

Double espresso & SP250 :D

I think I should have taken today off to be quite honest!


You dropped DOWN to do the crunches at 135#??? You have a gut of steel, woman! I'm going to have to search the internet now for what some of your exercises are...I have no idea by the name. Zottman Fat Curl? That name just makes me laugh.
Super workout again, Josie

HAHAHAHHA Gut of steel.. no so much but I'd love to!
and Well I prefer thin curls ;) This is a zottman curl (http://www.charlespoliquin.net/members/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=173) I do them with fat Dumbbell IEthe bar is bigger, it works the forearm too.


I suspect it's straight Lasix

Great going Josie !

Lasix?? is it something for menopause ;) I way too young LOL



Nice workout, but what is snatch deadlift? I haven't heard that one.

This is a Snatch Dead (http://www.fitrex.com/fitness_info/exercise161.html)


killer workout! wow ........ hot stuff...... keep it up...

Thanks Daim!


Congrats on the photo shoot Josie. How's the little "catcher" ?

Hey you! The catcher is teething... all is all... he's not well :(


Wow, this is awesome! There is no doubt that the pics will be awesome.

Anyway, I am just stopping by to deliver BIG HUGS because, ummm, well, just because you deserve em

ahhhhhhhhhhh I love you!


congratulations.

Thanks Joed!

[dbx]

Nice workout, but what is snatch deadlift? I haven't heard that one.

And this might be why you are now single :)

But seriously........... um, yes...we would like to see the proof of this new work you speak of. Once you're done, of course. :cool:

[ChocoChick]

Hi Josie! Thank you again for your help.

[jocularric]

Milady Josie reading thy tellings doth leave me in smiles. Praises and accolades art thine. 'Tis a joy to read of thy success indeed! Thy wielding 'tis impressive and hath served the well. Others hath seen of thy beauty. Forsooth doth thy nay not desire to use thy beauty to improve the image of their wares?

Wondrous well Milady! Godspeed in thy quest Fair Josie!

[Seosaid]

Today was Day one and in all honesty maybe I should take a day off between two rotations... I was weak..tired and Superpump did not make me feel its superpowers today :

A1 - Back Squat
4 x 8 @ 110 lbs.. stable

A2 - Leg extension
2 x 18 (6 @ 90 lbs + 6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 30 lbs)
2 x 18 (6 @ 75 lbs + 6 @ 45 lbs + 6 @ 15 lbs)
a little less weight overall, is was really burning me !!!

B1 - Leg press
2 x 30 (10 x 270 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
1 x 30 (10 x 225 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
Stable, but at this point, one of the trainers of the close-by gym came up to me and said "Wow, that's some crazy sh*t leg workout you're doing, I just looked at you while you were doing your squats and I thought Wow the dude's strong.. then I realized you're a lady" Now I think he meant I'm strong..not that I look like a man :D

C1 - Assisted Pull up + Chin up
3 x 8+3 @ 85 lbs
1 x 5+5 @ 85 lbs
1 x 7+7 @ 85 lbs (dunno why I had more energy at the end)
Stable.. this is still VERY hard

C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
5 x 6 @ 35 lbs
Stable overall

D1 - Front raise rope
3 x 8 @ 30 lbs
1 x 8 @ 25 lbs
A bit more weight, at one point I looked at what I was doing in the mirror and my jaw dropped when I saw my shoulders.. there are some amazing muscles under that fat! I tried flexing back home but never saw the same results

D2 - DB Shoulder press
4 x 6 @ 25 lbs
More weight overall

E1 - Rotators combo
3 x 24 (8 x 45 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x 90 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x side @ 3lbs)
Same This is soooooo burning me!

Followed by 10 on the Stepmill.

And once again I couldn't do more and wanted to die!!!!

[jmc53]

Nice workout Josie.
Squats are very impressive.
That snatch deadlift looks just like a normal one but with a wider grip - any idea what that is supposed to do that the narrower grip doesn't?

[AgeRage]

wooo WOMAN!! nice workout today!! Now you can sit back and think, I did SO good today!!! :D until the next workout comes...........;)

I responded about the ARNOLD in my journal...I'm SO glad you may make it!! I'd love to meet u!!

oh and thanks for that video..I'm gonna add that to my routine!!!

and you are NO potato head!!! :p

[Seosaid]

But seriously........... um, yes...we would like to see the proof of this new work you speak of. Once you're done, of course.

:p will do


Hi Josie! Thank you again for your help.

Anytime dear!


Milady Josie reading thy tellings doth leave me in smiles. Praises and accolades art thine. 'Tis a joy to read of thy success indeed! Thy wielding 'tis impressive and hath served the well. Others hath seen of thy beauty. Forsooth doth thy nay not desire to use thy beauty to improve the image of their wares?

Wondrous well Milady! Godspeed in thy quest Fair Josie!

Ahhh Thanks Joc!! you're simply adorable!


Nice workout Josie.
Squats are very impressive.
That snatch deadlift looks just like a normal one but with a wider grip - any idea what that is supposed to do that the narrower grip doesn't?

Merci, merci!
By widening the grip to where you would hold the bar in an Olympic snatch, you make the exercise harder on the muscles in your shoulders, back, and midsection, which control your posture.




I responded about the ARNOLD in my journal...I'm SO glad you may make it!! I'd love to meet u!!



no no no, you got it wrong! I WILL make it :D :D

Can't wait to meet you too !!

[dbx]

Great leg work! It appears that even though you felt a bit weak/off, that you had a great session anyway.

[jmc53]

By widening the grip to where you would hold the bar in an Olympic snatch, you make the exercise harder on the muscles in your shoulders, back, and midsection, which control your posture.

Not just a pretty face are you? :)

[BigBT]

Awesome job, Josie! Staying stable for a couple of these workouts is probably a good thing until your body adjusts to the recovery period. Then I expect to see serious gains, sister!
As for the trainer, any guy would have to be completely brain dead to even think for a second you were a "dude" ;) But it was a nice compliment, and very well deserved.
On a final note, find out who made that mirror that made your jaw drop. I'd like a few of those for the house! :D

[GSCampbell]

And once again I couldn't do more and wanted to die!!!!

Ahhh, I see we live in the same world. :D

[StlBarbie]

However did I miss the photo shoot news???
JOSIE ......... ^5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am SO EXCITED for YOU!!!
They coud not have chosen a better model to represent!!!
CONGRATS!!!

[Izzy04]

Good Morning Josie!

I agree with BigT, what can of brain dead loser can think for even 1 sec. that you're a dude???

Wow I think I need some of your coffee because you have amazing work outs when you're tired and feel weak!

You have great shoulders and you've been working them really hard so of course there is some muscle under ther :rolleyes: give yourself a couple of weeks and you'll be amazed.

Have a great day!

[scienceteacher]

Sorry about the teething issues Josie, I don't miss those days at all. Just wait until the first girl wraps him around her finger....it's worse, enjoy him now while you can. Great looking WO's also.

[kimsquit]

superb workout, josie! I think you ought to post an exercise video on youtube!

:)

[HoosierHardGain]

Well, I feel like hell after my quad workout...but after looking at yours, I now feel like a total wimp (thanks, Josie)

Great job!

[dartol]

superb workout, josie! I think you ought to post an exercise video on youtube!

:)

I agree, that would be cool! :D
Have a great day Josie!

Darren

[Daimozz]

nice workout jose.......... and how anyone could mistake u for a dude i dunno........ lol......... great workout very impressive......

[Seosaid]

Great leg work! It appears that even though you felt a bit weak/off, that you had a great session anyway.

It's because I almost napped in between sets :D


Not just a pretty face are you?

LOL nah, I'm an ubergeeek!


Awesome job, Josie! Staying stable for a couple of these workouts is probably a good thing until your body adjusts to the recovery period. Then I expect to see serious gains, sister!
As for the trainer, any guy would have to be completely brain dead to even think for a second you were a "dude" But it was a nice compliment, and very well deserved.
On a final note, find out who made that mirror that made your jaw drop. I'd like a few of those for the house!

You're right Brian! I just love seeing an increase every time! I think the trainer just assumed big weight= man, as a lot of people do, I remember when I started at one gym, I put 8 plates on the leg press and one trainer starter yelling "no no no, you're going to hurt yourself" then stopped and stared in astonishment as I lowered and pushed the weight back up without killing myself. :rolleyes:

and you don't need those mirrors... you look great already!


Ahhh, I see we live in the same world.

Hence why I love seeing you suffer :D


However did I miss the photo shoot news???
JOSIE ......... ^5!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am SO EXCITED for YOU!!!
They coud not have chosen a better model to represent!!!
CONGRATS!!!

Ahhh Thanks Barb! I hope I'll be ready soon!



Wow I think I need some of your coffee because you have amazing work outs when you're tired and feel weak!



LOL try 2 double espresso... it should work :D


Just wait until the first girl wraps him around her finger....it's worse, enjoy him now while you can. Great looking WO's also.

OHHHH NO NO NO, He's not allowed to date... EVER


superb workout, josie! I think you ought to post an exercise video on youtube!


I'll need to feel good about my figure before doing this... can you wait about 4 other months ;)


Well, I feel like hell after my quad workout...but after looking at yours, I now feel like a total wimp (thanks, Josie)



LMAO you're NOT a wimp, look at my biceps workout and you'll feel invincible!!



I agree, that would be cool!


LOL... not before I look like my old self,
There are some old videos you can look at in my bodyspace though


nice workout jose.......... and how anyone could mistake u for a dude i dunno........ lol......... great workout very impressive......

I really hope he did not think that after looking at me :p
Thanks!!

[Seosaid]

Today, Sam, my younger brother, joined me at the gym. The bastard (don't tell my mom I said that :p) has a great little body... with abs and all AND HE DOESN'T workout!

Well anyhoo he made an appointment and will start training with my coach. I see big gains in his future.

A1 - Leg Curl 8 second hold on last rep
4 x 8 @ 55 lbs
5 lbs more

A2 - Snatch Deadlifts
4 x 8 @ 95 lbs
Stable

A3 - Back extension
2 x 12 @ BW
2 x 12 @ holding a 25 lbs plate
25 lbs more in the last 2 sets

B1 - Smith pecs press
1 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 40 lbs + 4 @ 30 lbs) (not enough)
1 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 60 lbs + 4 @ 50 lbs) (a bit too much)
2 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 55 lbs + 4 @ 45 lbs) (just perfect)
More weight overall

B2 - Incline DB flyes
4 x 8 @ 20 lbs
more weight overall

C1 - Hack Squat calves - one leg
3 x 12 (6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 20 lbs)
stable

Followed by 10 minutes on the spinner.

[Daimozz]

nice workout hot and sexy and very phat..... and gratz on ur great progressions!!!!

[BigBT]

Way to keep those numbers going up, Josie! I'm sure you were a bit motivated by having your brother there. It's always nice to show off in front of family! :D
By the way, you aren't going to let him join the forums are you?? We'd hate to have to curtail our adoration for you because your bro would start "protecting" his big sis!;)

[SeaSiren]

has a great little body... with abs and all AND HE DOESN'T workout!



oh, I hate that! Mean while I fight for every little bit I can get! lol

[MarkY]

Hi hot stuff. Your workouts are killer. Congrats on the new photo shoot news.

[jocularric]

Nice increases on your weights! Girly. :D



has a great little body... with abs and all AND HE DOESN'T workout!oh, I hate that! Mean while I fight for every little bit I can get! lol
Me too!


OHHHH NO NO NO, He's not allowed to date... EVER
LOL That's what you say now.

[dartol]

OHHHH NO NO NO, He's not allowed to date... EVER


What??? You don't want to be a Grandma? *ducks and runs*

Happy Friday hot mama!

Darren

[Izzy04]

Good Morning Josie!

lol at your brother starting to train. I have a friend who's like that and the only thing that makes it a bit more fair is that since is BF is really low he has trouble gaining any mass (if he satys natural).

Good Job on the increases! Are you liking your new program?

Have a great day!

[GSCampbell]

Morning Josie. :D

(That's all I can type because I can barely lift my arms to the keyboard.)

[HoosierHardGain]

Hey Josie! Looks like your workouts are still killer! You have a great weekend.

[Seosaid]

nice workout hot and sexy and very phat..... and gratz on ur great progressions!!!!


ahhhhhhhhh thanks I love fat with a PH :D


Way to keep those numbers going up, Josie! I'm sure you were a bit motivated by having your brother there. It's always nice to show off in front of family!
By the way, you aren't going to let him join the forums are you?? We'd hate to have to curtail our adoration for you because your bro would start "protecting" his big sis!

Don't worry about my bro, he wont be coming in here since he doesn't speak English :D

More than half of the population of Montreal is bilingual, and even though it is a French city... it will sound strange for a few of you, but the city of Montreal is separated in two... one half (East) is mostly French and the other (West-Island) is mostly English.

My life is mostly in English... I live in the West-Island, I work in English, I'm married to an Anglophobe, I never watch French TV and so on. So for people living in the East part of the city, they don't have access to anything in English and they pretty much never learn. I would love for my brothers to make an effort..that being said I think more people in the city should make an effort to learn French!! A lot of my hubby's friend don't speak a word in French...

But I think everybody in Montreal should be bilingual....
I'll shut up because I do not want this journal to get all political :D



oh, I hate that! Mean while I fight for every little bit I can get! lol

I hate it...well I don't I'm just jealous! :D


Hi hot stuff. Your workouts are killer. Congrats on the new photo shoot news.

Thanks Marky!


Nice increases on your weights! Girly.
.

LOL Joc I'm all mixed up when you talk "normally" :p


What??? You don't want to be a Grandma? *ducks and runs*



Better duck and run! I'M ONLY 31 no grandma talk here unless you talk to my mom ;)


Good Morning Josie!

lol at your brother starting to train. I have a friend who's like that and the only thing that makes it a bit more fair is that since is BF is really low he has trouble gaining any mass (if he satys natural).

Good Job on the increases! Are you liking your new program?

Have a great day!

The thing with Sam is... he's gaining very easily! I'm really jealous!
I LOVE the new program, it's the hardest I've ever done.


Morning Josie.

(That's all I can type because I can barely lift my arms to the keyboard.)


HAHAHHAHAHAHA love it!



Hey Josie! Looks like your workouts are still killer! You have a great weekend.

Hey Hoos' killer indeed!! have a great weekend too

[Seosaid]

Today cardio only (take it as a rest day ;))

50 on the Stepmill!

[mom24boys]

Happy Friday Josie..enjoy the day.

[SeaSiren]

Today cardio only (take it as a rest day ;))

50 on the Stepmill!

You call that a rest day? lol

Have a great weekend :)

[batteryrequired]

Cardio for me today too Josie. Have a great weekend.

Hmmm....seem to be following Seasiren around the past few threads...:)

[HoosierHardGain]

Today cardio only (take it as a rest day ;))

50 on the Stepmill!

That's not rest...that's torture!

[Daimozz]

is that 50 minutes on da stepper? wow i dun 40 minutes of hiit on it before i started runnin thats killer!! lol wow.,....... i used to speak french .......did an exchange in montmagny and went back a few times but my french has faded and not its more of a blathering..... still use it but mostly to my self and swearing.....lol.......have a good fryday and weekend tooo

[Izzy04]

How can you put 50 min. on stepmill and rest in the same post???

You brother is lean and he gains! You're right, life is not fair!

[Daimozz]

is that 50 minutes on da stepper? wow i dun 40 minutes of hiit on it before i started runnin thats killer!! lol wow.,....... i used to speak french .......did an exchange in montmagny and went back a few times but my french has faded and not its more of a blathering..... still use it but mostly to my self and swearing.....lol.......have a good fryday and weekend tooo

[dbx]

Today cardio only (take it as a rest day ;))

You are certifiably insane.




Although, I still think of cardio only days, as rest days, too. Okay, we are both insane :eek:

[joed]

Have a good wkend Josie.

[SeaSiren]

Hmmm....seem to be following Seasiren around the past few threads...:)

*glances over shoulder* :eek: :D

[BigBT]

Why is your rest day 50 mins on the step mill and mine is sitting on the couch watching the game with a beer in my hand? Now I know why you get the modeling contracts and I have yet to be discovered! You have incredible determination and will power.

[TKD]

A1 - Back Squat
4 x 8 @ 110 lbs.. stable

A2 - Leg extension
2 x 18 (6 @ 90 lbs + 6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 30 lbs)
2 x 18 (6 @ 75 lbs + 6 @ 45 lbs + 6 @ 15 lbs)
a little less weight overall, is was really burning me !!!

B1 - Leg press
2 x 30 (10 x 270 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
1 x 30 (10 x 225 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
Stable, but at this point, one of the trainers of the close-by gym came up to me and said "Wow, that's some crazy sh*t leg workout you're doing, I just looked at you while you were doing your squats and I thought Wow the dude's strong.. then I realized you're a lady" Now I think he meant I'm strong..not that I look like a man :D

C1 - Assisted Pull up + Chin up
3 x 8+3 @ 85 lbs
1 x 5+5 @ 85 lbs
1 x 7+7 @ 85 lbs (dunno why I had more energy at the end)
Stable.. this is still VERY hard

C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
5 x 6 @ 35 lbs
Stable overall

D1 - Front raise rope
3 x 8 @ 30 lbs
1 x 8 @ 25 lbs
A bit more weight, at one point I looked at what I was doing in the mirror and my jaw dropped when I saw my shoulders.. there are some amazing muscles under that fat! I tried flexing back home but never saw the same results

D2 - DB Shoulder press
4 x 6 @ 25 lbs
More weight overall

E1 - Rotators combo
3 x 24 (8 x 45 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x 90 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x side @ 3lbs)
Same This is soooooo burning me!

Followed by 10 on the Stepmill.

And once again I couldn't do more and wanted to die!!!!



You have a strong pair of legs Josie!! Some good squatting and pressing! :) Are the squats to parallel?

Nice work on the pullups and chins too there!!!





Today, Sam, my younger brother, joined me at the gym. The bastard (don't tell my mom I said that :p) has a great little body... with abs and all AND HE DOESN'T workout!

Well anyhoo he made an appointment and will start training with my coach. I see big gains in his future.

A1 - Leg Curl 8 second hold on last rep
4 x 8 @ 55 lbs
5 lbs more

A2 - Snatch Deadlifts
4 x 8 @ 95 lbs
Stable

A3 - Back extension
2 x 12 @ BW
2 x 12 @ holding a 25 lbs plate
25 lbs more in the last 2 sets

B1 - Smith pecs press
1 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 40 lbs + 4 @ 30 lbs) (not enough)
1 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 60 lbs + 4 @ 50 lbs) (a bit too much)
2 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 55 lbs + 4 @ 45 lbs) (just perfect)
More weight overall

B2 - Incline DB flyes
4 x 8 @ 20 lbs
more weight overall

C1 - Hack Squat calves - one leg
3 x 12 (6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 20 lbs)
stable

Followed by 10 minutes on the spinner.

I have to admit, you've made me want to add in some snatch deads again!! :D It'll be interesting to see how you progress on these!

I forgot to mention mate, well done on landing that photo session you'll be doing! Awesome! :)

Hope you have a nice weekend!

[jmc53]

Hi Josie. :)
How come you never use that "too much to handle" photo for your avitar?

[Seosaid]

Happy Friday Josie..enjoy the day.

Thanks mom...happy Sunday


You call that a rest day? lol



Yup, no weights = rest... for the next 4 months anyway!




Hmmm....seem to be following Seasiren around the past few threads...

Stalker :D


That's not rest...that's torture!

LOL,


is that 50 minutes on da stepper? wow i dun 40 minutes of hiit on it before i started runnin thats killer!! lol wow.,....... i used to speak french .......did an exchange in montmagny and went back a few times but my french has faded and not its more of a blathering..... still use it but mostly to my self and swearing.....lol.......have a good fryday and weekend tooo

When you don't practice a language regularly, it's easy to lose it. For a strange reason, the first thing that comes to mind mind when I want t speak german is "Ich bin ein krankenschwester" whish means I'm a nurse... and well I'm not :D



You brother is lean and he gains! You're right, life is not fair!

I know I secretly envy him...wait it's not secret anymore ;)



Although, I still think of cardio only days, as rest days, too. Okay, we are both insane

LOL I could have told you that :D


Have a good wkend Josie.

You too Joed


Why is your rest day 50 mins on the step mill and mine is sitting on the couch watching the game with a beer in my hand? Now I know why you get the modeling contracts and I have yet to be discovered! You have incredible determination and will power.

Because I'll be on stage in 17 weeks... and not you.. a contest makes you do crazy things :D


You have a strong pair of legs Josie!! Some good squatting and pressing! Are the squats to parallel?


Oh yes!
My bum can tell you I do!



I have to admit, you've made me want to add in some snatch deads again!! It'll be interesting to see how you progress on these!



Yeah you'll suffer too LOL


Hi Josie.
How come you never use that "too much to handle" photo for your avitar?

Hi Jason... you'd have to ask a mod for that ;)

[Seosaid]

Ok I'M logging yesterday's torture.. and I'm going back to bed.. I'm pretty sick


Day three: (arms, abs)

A1 - Power ups
2 x 6 @ 40 lbs
1 x 6 @ 50 lbs
2 x 6 @ 40 lbs
(more weight overall)

A2 - Close grips and overhead combo (skullcrushers to triceps extension press to bench press)
2 x 6 @ 40 lbs
3 x 6 @ 50 lbs
(more weight overall)

B1 - Zottman Fat curl
4 x 8 @ 10 lbs
(stable)

B2 - DB Spider curl
4 x 6 @ 10 lbs
(stable)

C1 - Dips
3 x 6 @ BW
1 x 2 @ BW
(a lot more weight :D)


C2 - Lying triceps extension
1 x 8 @ 15 lbs
2 x 8 @ 20 lbs
1 x 8 @ 15 lbs
(more weight overall)


C3 - Kneeling rope pushdown
4 x 8 @ 35 lbs
(stable)


D1 - Rope crunches
1 x 12 @ 150 lbs
3 x 12 @ 160 lbs PR


(more weight overall)

D2 - Hanging knee raise
4 x 10-12 @ BW

Followed by 15 on the spinner

[TKD]

Sick??!!? Oh nooooooo!!! :eek:


Awesome session mate!!

Hope you feel better soon! :)

....nice new avi btw! ;)

[mom24boys]

oh no..feel better soon Josie

[BigBT]

Congrats on the improvements. LOL to more weight on the dips, although for some reason I doubt that, unless it is all the new muscle you are packing on! ;).

I hope you are feeling better and that the rest of the family stays healthy.

[ChocoChick]

Feel better soon. When you're well, will you explain the overhead combo? :)

[Hibiscus09]

Hope you feel better soon, Josie! :)

[dartol]

Sorry you're sick Josie, feel better soon!

Darren

[Daimozz]

nice workout......sorry to hear ur sick.......hope its nothing serious and ur back up and running soon.......ur not preggers again are ya? :0 ?

[jocularric]

LOL Joc I'm all mixed up when you talk "normally" :p
I doth crave thy pardon Milady. Forsooth, there be days that I nay not have power nor wit to think such. But if it doth please Milady Josie certes wilt this gaffer improve upon his efforts.

And what of thee? Thou doth nay not show signs of stopping. Thou be sick and afflicted and yet thou doth wield mightily. I doth pray Godspeed to thee and thy recovery.

[Seosaid]

Sick??!!? Oh nooooooo!!!
Awesome session mate!!

Hope you feel better soon!
....nice new avi btw!

LOL thanks Darren!


oh no..feel better soon Josie

I'm a bit better today mom!


Congrats on the improvements. LOL to more weight on the dips, although for some reason I doubt that, unless it is all the new muscle you are packing on! .



LOL I meant the last time I used assisted weight... now I did it at bodyweight so it means that I've lifted a lot more weight indeed ;)

... and I am packing on an awful lot of muscles :eek:

which makes me happy :D


Feel better soon. When you're well, will you explain the overhead combo?

LOL ok the triceps overhead combo is when you lie down, you do a skullcrucher, then go down into a French press position...hold the bar for 2 seconds down.... slide the bar to your chest while keeping the bar close to you body and, once in posotion, push it as you doing a bench press.



Hope you feel better soon, Josie!

Hey Hibby how the travel prep going aong?


Sorry you're sick Josie, feel better soon!



Hey Darren, I'm a bit more alive today.


nice workout......sorry to hear ur sick.......hope its nothing serious and ur back up and running soon.......ur not preggers again are ya?

:eek:

LOL nah, I have a bad cold... it's not the flu but I have muscle pain...oh wait that's called DOMS :D


I doth crave thy pardon Milady. Forsooth, there be days that I nay not have power nor wit to think such. But if it doth please Milady Josie certes wilt this gaffer improve upon his efforts.

And what of thee? Thou doth nay not show signs of stopping. Thou be sick and afflicted and yet thou doth wield mightily. I doth pray Godspeed to thee and thy recovery.

LOL JOc's back ;)

I can't stop... I'm competing in 3 months and 26 days!

[Seosaid]

Yesterday was Day one .. I was weak but managed a good workout somehow

A1 - Back Squat
4 x 8 @ 120 lbs.. 10 lbs more

A2 - Leg extension
4 x 18 (6 @ 90 lbs + 6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 30 lbs)
more weight overall

B1 - Leg press
3 x 30 (10 x 270 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
More weight overall

C1 - Assisted Pull up + Chin up
3 x 5+5 @ 75 lbs
1 x 7+7 @ 75 lbs (I had more energy during this set)
1 x 5+5 @ 75 lbs
10 more lbs

C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
5 x 6 @ 35 lbs
Stable

D1 - Front raise rope
4 x 8 @ 30 lbs
More weight for one set

D2 - DB Shoulder press
1 x 6 @ 27.5 lbs
3 x 6 @ 25 lbs
More weight for one set

E1 - Rotators combo
3 x 24 (8 x 45 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x 90 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x side @ 3lbs)
Same and I don't think it will ever change!

Followed by 5 on the spinner and I decided I'd done enough ;)

[Izzy04]

Good Morning Josie!

I hope you're feeling a bit better today. Summer colds are always the worse.

Nice increases in your last wo! Congrats on the 160# rope crunch.

I hope you had a nice week-end!

OMG your comp is so soon, did you make up your mind about your suit?

Have a great day!

[Izzy04]

Oups I missed your last wo!

Nice increases! You must be changing so fast!

I know what you mean about the rotator combo, it took me for ever to increase there.

[StlBarbie]

Great job in nailing another WO Josie!! :)

WOW . your comp is quickly approaching ..
TALK ABOUT MOTIVATION ....... :eek:

You already look spectacular woman ... it can only get better!! :)

[scienceteacher]

HOLY SMOKE on the new avi. All of your son's future friends will be at your house ALL the time!

Nice workouts and how's the teething?

[Seosaid]

Congrats on the 160# rope crunch.


I can still feel the effect of those :D




OMG your comp is so soon, did you make up your mind about your suit?


Oh my I forgot to call him :eek:

Where's my brain!!!!!!!




You already look spectacular woman ... it can only get better!!

I do hope so Barb! The supps I take bloat the cr@p out of me... it makes me doubt I've made great muscles gains but I can't seem to shed fat :(


HOLY SMOKE on the new avi. All of your son's future friends will be at your house ALL the time!


LOL thanks...but I still live in the past... that me minus 15-20 lbs!
I can't wait to look like that again




Nice workouts and how's the teething?

Well I'm happy to say my son doesn't have a toothless grin anymore :D

[BigBT]

You just continue to impress. You went up in weights on a day you were feeling crappy! I'm going to give up lifting as anything short of your motivation seems lacking on my part. ;)

[AgeRage]

Hey Josie!! :D

glad you are feeling better.....that workout looks like you are better!!

[GSCampbell]

Hiya Josie - sorry I've been such a stranger. Your workouts continue to rock!

[Seosaid]

Sorry all I forgot to post today's WO... I'm in a hurry to go to bed, my throat is killing me!!!



A1 - Leg Curl 8 second hold on last rep
4 x 8 @ 60 lbs
5 lbs more

A2 - Snatch Deadlifts
4 x 8 @ 100 lbs
5 lbs more... I got my hookers today Scott :D

A3 - Back extension
1 x 12 @ BW (forgot the plate)
2 x 12 @ holding a 25 lbs plate
1 x 12 @ BW (my back was burning!!)
stable overall

B1 - Smith pecs press
4 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 60 lbs + 4 @ 50 lbs)

More weight overall

B2 - Incline DB flyes
4 x 8 @ 20 lbs
Stable

C1 - Calves - one leg
3 x 12 (6 @ 80 lbs + 6 @ 40 lbs)
More weight but I suspect the machine wasn't the same

Followed by 35 minutes on da stepper ;)

My hubby just set my new office downstairs...!!! WOOHOO!

[dbx]

I got my hookers today

:eek:



Very nice, Josie. Deads look strong. Oh, and congrats on the new Office Space. Btw, I'm gonna need that red Swingline. Mmmm...yeah. :)

[dartol]

Hi Josie, glad you are feeling better!

Darren

[mom24boys]

awww Jos hope your throat feels better tomm. :)

[ChocoChick]

Josie - If these are the gains you can make when you're sick, imagine what next time will bring!

Thanks for the explanation. :)

[MarkY]

Hi Josie. Looking great. Hope you feel better soon.

[jmc53]

Hi Josie, a couple of great workouts here since I visited - I'm especially impressed with the back squats.
I hope your throat feels better - try gargling some Aussie red wine (may not help but certainly won't hurt) :)

[Intenceman]

Impressive, both the workouts and the new icon pic.
Most impressive.

[Izzy04]

Oh my I forgot to call him :eek:

Where's my brain!!!!!!!

I'm guessing you're talking about Marc, he's in Europe right now I think but he should be back soon. Did you decide to get your suit made by him?




Well I'm happy to say my son doesn't have a toothless grin anymore :D
Yeah on the first tooth! the two bottom ones are the cutest!

Your last wo looks great, increases on everything! You'll be ready in no time. How are you feeling about your progress?

[HoosierHardGain]

Sorry all I forgot to post today's WO... I'm in a hurry to go to bed, my throat is killing me!!!


My hubby just set my new office downstairs...!!! WOOHOO!

Wow...considering you weren't feeling well, that was a killer workout. Is it allergies that a acting up on you? I know here, everyone's allergies are really bothering them.

Sounds like you have a great hubby!

[kimsquit]

Hi Josie :)

love the new avatar!

[Daimozz]

nice workout.......gratz on ur gains everywhere....... and whats this about u being a hooker?!

[StlBarbie]

Bump to CAMCHAD .. you have to get up some pics of the new smile!!! :)

How is the throat today Josie?
Are you feeling better?

[jmc53]

I hope your throat's feeling better Josie.

[SeaSiren]

Hope you're feeling better today!

[Izzy04]

Good Morning Josie!

I hope you're feeling better!

[Seosaid]

Hello hello!

Sorry I've been extremely busy (Apple's has new products, which means I had to translate everything AND I realize I also need their new stuff :D)

I did manage to workout, I'll post the details tomorrow... and visit all you journals to get the juicy details!!

I also have good news.... :)

Josie

[jmc53]

I also have good news.... :)
Josie

Are you teasing us, making us wait ..... I like that ;)

[jocularric]

Milady Josie I doth eagerly await thy telling!

[TKD]

What's The Good News, Matey??!?!! :D



Hope you're feeling better now Josie! Happy Friday!! :)

[dbx]

You've been quiet the past few days. I hope you're feeling better, and can't wait to hear the good news :)

[mom24boys]

Glad your just busy and not sick...c"mon tell already :)

[Daimozz]

hey josie where are u!!!!!!!! i just felt like i was shaggy in scooby doo?~!? but where are u?:P

[HoosierHardGain]

What's the news? Come on...we are soooooo impatient around here.

Josie, We Can't Wait!

[Hibiscus09]

Another baby? :D

Happy weekend, Josie!!

[GSCampbell]

Another baby? :D

DON'T DO IT! :D

[Izzy04]

Good morning Josie!

Now that's just plain cruel. You can't say you have good news and vanish again!!!!!


Tell us!

[kimsquit]

you've finally been cloned and copies are being dispatched to all the men on this forum??

[SeaSiren]

I also have good news.... :)



well?????? :eek:

[Seosaid]

AHHAHAHAHAH sorry I just got back!

Well the good news is NOT another baby!!! Thank God! :D

I've got a TV interview this week,

They offered to feature me as a weight loss expert, and we will even challenge a viewer to come and try the St-Amour method ;) for a few months and prove that no pill or crash diet is required to make a transformation.

We're taping Wednesday and it will be aired Thursday.

I'm super happy!

[ChocoChick]

AHHAHAHAHAH sorry I just got back!

Well the good news is NOT another baby!!! Thank God! :D

I've got a TV interview this week,

They offered to feature me as a weight loss expert, and we will even challenge a viewer to come and try the St-Amour method ;) for a few months and prove that no pill or crash diet is required to make a transformation.

We're taping Wednesday and it will be aired Thursday.

I'm super happy!


WooHoo! This is great! When do you write the book? ;)

[HoosierHardGain]

AHHAHAHAHAH sorry I just got back!

Well the good news is NOT another baby!!! Thank God! :D

I've got a TV interview this week,

They offered to feature me as a weight loss expert, and we will even challenge a viewer to come and try the St-Amour method ;) for a few months and prove that no pill or crash diet is required to make a transformation.

We're taping Wednesday and it will be aired Thursday.

I'm super happy!


That's awesome! Congrats! Is this a national tv show or a local one? This would most certainanly make the ti-vo in our house.

[scienceteacher]

you've finally been cloned and copies are being dispatched to all the men on this forum??

Josie your news is good but this idea is GRRRRRRRREAT!

[Izzy04]

Woohoo!

Ok I want to see it, what's the show and what's the channel! I can't wait!

This is great news, good for you! At least I know the advice and technique will be good.

Congrats!

[TKD]

That's awesome mate!!! :)

Things are really starting to happen for you, really pleased for you!! :)

[StlBarbie]

JOSIE .. YOU ARE A CELEBRITY!!!!!!!!!:D

Awesome new Josie .. and they could not have picked a better person!!:)
So wish I could see it .......SIGH!!!

WAY TO GO HOTSTUFF!!:)

[SeaSiren]

That's wonderful!!!

[mom24boys]

YAY..can I have your autograph :) Awesome news Josie..how will the person trying your program be chosen?

[Hibiscus09]

Fantastic news, Josie!! Congratulations!! :)

[BigBT]

Congrats, Josie!! Will the interview be in English or French? It better show up somewhere on the internet where we can see it too! That is awesome news. All of your hard work is really paying off for you. I'm very happy for you. :D

[joed]

Wonderful news, you'll be terrific. Will the clone be arriving by UPS or overnight mail?

[dartol]

I've got a TV interview this week,


Awesome Josie!!! That is really cool! Be sure to let us know where we can watch it! :)

I will be waiting on my clone just in case... does she clean too? (the wife will want to know... ;) LOL)

Darren

[MarkY]

Hi Josie. Congrats on the news, I'm happy for you. Hope you have a great weekend.

[jmc53]

Congraulations Josie - that's fantastic.

[Daimozz]

wohooooooooooo josie gratz....... i bet ur pleased.......!!!!! gratz again hot stuff......

[jocularric]

you've finally been cloned and copies are being dispatched to all the men on this forum??
I can't wait--I need a hot workout partner--er I mean a hard working workout partner--yeah that's what I meant.

Oops! I forgot in all the excitement.

Translation: Time doth weary me as I wait in eager anticipation. One moment seemeth to be as day and a day a month. An honored companion of such fair beauty to inspire and urge--the mere thought maketh me heart to race and doth leave me short of breath. Of course I doth mean thy mighty wielding of iron and steel Milady. Forsooth, verily 'tis me thoughts. ;)

Accolades to thee Milady, 'tis a most excellent conceit to interview thee. Pray tell where be this thing that we partake of thy beauty, thy voice, and thy wisdom?

[Seosaid]

Thank you all!

It is a provincial news channel and it will be done in French, sorry to any TiVo lovers :p

I'll request a copy so both my coach and I can post it on our Websites.

In all honesty, I'm a little ashamed to be talking about weight loss while I'm not 100% there, I'm afraid to look like the chubby girl who thinks she knows what she's doing!

I hope the viewers will be kind, and at least they want to show pictures of me so they'll know that I used to be in shape :D

I still have 1/3 of my contract to finish so until Monday night I'll have trouble posting, I hope you'll forgive me but I am sooooo tired.

I have a nagging headache that's been lasting for 2 days, so I just want to get it done and over with!

Gym has been great, I have put on an awful lot of muscles, too bad fat decides to stay put!

Oh and I bought my new suit, it's pale green (very pretty) and doesn't fit yet :D so I have to kick my own butt!!

[HoosierHardGain]

In all honesty, I'm a little ashamed to be talking about weight loss while I'm not 100% there, I'm afraid to look like the chubby girl who thinks she knows what she's doing!

(shaking his head) Josie, you are more than qualified to speak on the subject, and you more than look the part.

[BigBT]

The before and after photos on your web site are all the proof anyone needs to see that you know what you are talking about. Maybe the definition of "chubby" is different in Canada, because the progress pictures you have been posting look incredible. :) I can't think of a more deserving person to be asked to do this.
Now about that suit....we better get pics before you unveil it to the judges! :D

[Izzy04]

I want to see your new suit! I'm sure you'll look great in pale green!
All tanned with your blond hair it's going to look good.

So since I'm in Quebec can I get the name of the channel, I want to check it out :)

I'm really happy you can notice the increased muscle mass. Don't worry about cutting, you know that part will come you've done it before.

[dartol]

In all honesty, I'm a little ashamed to be talking about weight loss while I'm not 100% there, I'm afraid to look like the chubby girl who thinks she knows what she's doing!

I hope the viewers will be kind, and at least they want to show pictures of me so they'll know that I used to be in shape :D


Josie, please! You have NOTHING to be ashamed of, you are looking awesome!

Darren

[Seosaid]

(shaking his head) Josie, you are more than qualified to speak on the subject, and you more than look the part.

ahhhh You're too kind Hoos'


The before and after photos on your web site are all the proof anyone needs to see that you know what you are talking about. Maybe the definition of "chubby" is different in Canada, because the progress pictures you have been posting look incredible. I can't think of a more deserving person to be asked to do this.
Now about that suit....we better get pics before you unveil it to the judges!

LOL of course I'll show you...didn't I tell you that when I'm happy with my body I turn into a little exhibitionist :p




So since I'm in Quebec can I get the name of the channel, I want to check it out :)
.

LCN Thursday 7 PM




I'm really happy you can notice the increased muscle mass. Don't worry about cutting, you know that part will come you've done it before.

Nah, see the thing is the last time my weight stayed stable from beginning to end... I've lost BF but I didn't have much too lose, while now I do, I'll need to be at least 25 lbs lighter on stage!

That's a lot! It scares me!


Josie, please! You have NOTHING to be ashamed of, you are looking awesome!

Darren

Thanks Darren.. but have you noticed that my face has never been visible since I gave birth?? This is what I've been hiding... my big bloated face!
My nose is almost invisible :D

Seriously, I'm not looking for sympathy, but I've been better and I'm looking very forward to looking a hell lot better again :D

Anyhoo, in the meantime here's a one month belly picture update... this does feel better :D

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1350/539744416_316e9bda58_t.jpg (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1350/539744416_316e9bda58_b.jpg)

[jmc53]

but have you noticed that my face has never been visible since I gave birth??

With most of your photos Josie I forget to look for your face. ;)
Looking very trim in this one.

[jocularric]

Anyhoo, in the meantime here's a one month belly picture update... this does feel better
Milady Josie thou art fair and comely indeed. 'Tis with rapt anticipation that I doth await the day whenst thou wilt bestow a likeness of thy countenance and grace upon us once again.

[ChocoChick]

Tummy looks great, Josie! I am pretty certain it all looks great... :)

[Hibiscus09]

You've definitely trimmed down a lot in the tummy and the hips/thighs Josie! Nice work!! :)

[Izzy04]

Good Morning Josie!

I sknow it's hard not to worry but look at the progress you've made. Hibby is right, you tummy, hips and thighs have slimmed so much in just one month!

The face is only water and you know it's probably because of you supps. In any case you'll flush all of that water before your comp and you know that.

Is your coach worried? Cause unless she is I would take a chill pill. Your body is changing so quickly, look at where you were 4 months ago!

I'm sure you'll do great!

Wow you'll be on the Denis Levesque show that's big! I have to set my VCR! Congrats!

[Seosaid]

With most of your photos Josie I forget to look for your face.
Looking very trim in this one.

I love you :D


Milady Josie thou art fair and comely indeed. 'Tis with rapt anticipation that I doth await the day whenst thou wilt bestow a likeness of thy countenance and grace upon us once again.

I love you too :D


Tummy looks great, Josie! I am pretty certain it all looks great...

I adore you :p


You've definitely trimmed down a lot in the tummy and the hips/thighs Josie! Nice work!!

I adore you.... ;)




would take a chill pill.

!

Do they sell these :D :D
oh and I love you too hihihih!

No I'm not drunk! I just finished my big contract!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

YEAH ME!

I can now visit you all!
As you can see I missed my BB.com friend

[mom24boys]

damn look at that belly girl....:D

[BigBT]

Welcome back, Josie. I see I missed the adoration part of your journal. Damn, too late once again.

The belly looks great. Awesome progress and congrats on finishing.
You also find time to keep a clean kitchen I see! What don't you do, wonder woman? :)

[dbx]

No I'm not drunk! I just finished a whole bottle of NO-Xplode!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YEAH ME!

:eek:


Calm down, Josie :D



fixed

[StlBarbie]

DAMN WOMAN...
all I have to say is that
NOBODY DOES IT LIKE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:)
HELLA JOB JOSIE, like only YOU do it!!! :)

[jmc53]

Wow. Somebody's in a very good mood today!
I can only imagine if you were drunk as well!!
:)

[jocularric]

No I'm not drunk! I just finished my big contract!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

YEAH ME!
Congratulations are due thee Milady! Well done. Enjoy thyself with some merriment and relaxation.

[HoosierHardGain]

I can now visit you all!
As you can see I missed my BB.com friend

yeeee haaaaa

We love having you around, Josie!

(Looking great in the pics, fyi)

[Izzy04]

Good Morning Josie!

LOL I was reading your last post and thinking, wow she had way too much to drink :p I'm happy to know it wasn't the booze speaking ( since you're not allowed)

Congreats on finishing the contract in time! Now you can breath a bit!

Cant wait to see what you've been up too wo wise!

Have a great day!

[kimsquit]

you look wonderful Josie!

congratulations on the contract!

[ChocoChick]

Congrats again, Josie. How can we Americans see this show?

[justtryn]

Wow, Josie! I guess it's been a while since I've visited! :( I'm sorry. :( Congrats on the tv spot, and finishing the contract. And WOW do you look great! You're one awesome woman!

[JustTryin_Too]

Hey Josie!!! That is incredible! I will attest that YES, you certainly are an expert! I have lost a total (thus far) of 16.5 pounds thanks to you! You are awewsome. Congratulations!
Steph

[Seosaid]

damn look at that belly girl....

LOL well thanks.. I still have the rolls when I sit down but I'm working on those!!


Welcome back, Josie. I see I missed the adoration part of your journal. Damn, too late once again.

oooo you know I love you too ;)



You also find time to keep a clean kitchen I see! What don't you do, wonder woman?

LOL
well I don't ..wait a minute what do I don't do?
Hum I don't take the garbage out EVER or shovel!
That's why I got married :D




Calm down, Josie



fixed

hahahahah I was thinking about you this morning.. while drinking my NoX... stirred, not shaken :D


DAMN WOMAN...
all I have to say is that
NOBODY DOES IT LIKE YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HELLA JOB JOSIE, like only YOU do it!!!

LOL I looooooooooooooooovvvvvvvvvvveeeeeee you Barb


Wow. Somebody's in a very good mood today!
I can only imagine if you were drunk as well!!


I'd be booking a flight to meet you in person ;)


Congratulations are due thee Milady! Well done. Enjoy thyself with some merriment and relaxation.

If only my other clients thought the same thing :rolleyes:


yeeee haaaaa

We love having you around, Josie!

(Looking great in the pics, fyi)

Thanks Hoos!


Good Morning Josie!

LOL I was reading your last post and thinking, wow she had way too much to drink I'm happy to know it wasn't the booze speaking since you're not allowed)

Congreats on finishing the contract in time! Now you can breath a bit!

Cant wait to see what you've been up too wo wise!

Have a great day!

LOL well I won't post last week's WO because it would be too complicated so I'll start new!


you look wonderful Josie!

congratulations on the contract!

Thanks kimsquit, I think your idea of a clone would be great once in a while... they could work while I enjoy some time off!


Congrats again, Josie. How can we Americans see this show?

Actually they will give me a copy for my Website, so I'll send you the link if you want... it'll be in French though.


Wow, Josie! I guess it's been a while since I've visited! I'm sorry. Congrats on the tv spot, and finishing the contract. And WOW do you look great! You're one awesome woman!

ahhh don' worry and Muchas gracias!!



Hey Josie!!! That is incredible! I will attest that YES, you certainly are an expert! I have lost a total (thus far) of 16.5 pounds thanks to you! You are awewsome. Congratulations!
Steph

Steph that's the great news of my day!!

Way to go woman!!!

I'm super proud of you!!!!

[ChocoChick]

Actually they will give me a copy for my Website, so I'll send you the link if you want... it'll be in French though.!

Hey, 7 years in Geneva has to pay off sometime. ;) :D

[Original Poster]

Hey you......FRENCHIE ! ;)

How's the training ?
And how's my godson doing ? ;)

[AgeRage]

WOW!!! You are looking AMAZING!!

whatever you're doing, it's working! ;)

[Seosaid]

Hey, 7 years in Geneva has to pay off sometime.

You spent 7 years in Geneva??????????????? WOW
How come?


Hey you......FRENCHIE !

How's the training ?
And how's my godson doing ?

he's just perfect!!!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1020/543327902_01794e0186_t.jpg (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1020/543327902_01794e0186_b.jpg)


http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1057/540796865_b325f79573_t.jpg (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1057/540796865_b325f79573_b.jpg)


WOW!!! You are looking AMAZING!!

whatever you're doing, it's working!

Thanks AR.. I think I posted in your thread at the exact minute you posted in mine! Talk about timing :D

[Seosaid]

Ok today was cardio only AKA rest day :D

Here's 2 pics of my suit!!!

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1197/543436345_3f30b7908c_t.jpg (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1197/543436345_3f30b7908c_b.jpg)

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1368/543436399_17ea5dfc70_t.jpg (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1368/543436399_17ea5dfc70_b.jpg)

I love it but I'm having second thoughts because with a flash, it looks white and I don't want to look washed out on stage....

I might get another one...

will see

J

[ChocoChick]

I like your suit Josie, although I can't tell what color it is. On my monitor, the top pic looks sort of aquamarine and the bottom one is more of a true green.

I lived in Geneva as a kid (ages 9-16). I was fluent in French at one time, but no more. I will have to bone up for your show. :)

[powerman2000]

Handsome baby boy.

[joed]

IMO an emerald green would look stunning on you, if you decide to stay with green.

[TKD]

How ya doing Josie? Haven't seen a WO in a while here, you okay? :)

Your son looks such a happy little chappy :)


Happy Wednesday mate ;)

[jmc53]

I will have to bone up for your show. :)
Josie, I hope you realise you much restraint I'm showing to not add my comments to this one!!! ;)

Suit looks great, as does Rockwell!
Everything in here is looking good! :)

[HoosierHardGain]

Very sweet looking little on, Josie. I bet he has his momma wrapped around his finger :)

[Izzy04]

AWWWWW, I love a teething drooling baby and your son is just pefect.

I can't believe how big he got, he looks like a little man!

I lov love love love the suit. I think it looks pale with a flash because it's on a whithe towel. I don't think you'll look washed out when you're all tanned in this cute little grean number. I love the pink stones on it. Where did you get it? Maybe the maker has a pic of a similar suit on stage.

Have a great day!

[Daimozz]

salut josie....comment ca va? qu'est-ce qu vous faites au' jour d'hui? :P

[Izzy04]

Oups!

I almost forgot how did the segment shoot go today?

[Seosaid]

I like your suit Josie, although I can't tell what color it is. On my monitor, the top pic looks sort of aquamarine and the bottom one is more of a true green.



See those 2 pics were taken without flash, just with a different lighting, so I really think that with a flash or stage lights it might be too light.


Handsome baby boy.

there you are lurker ;)


IMO an emerald green would look stunning on you, if you decide to stay with green.

Thanks Joe, I might get another one emerald green.


How ya doing Josie? Haven't seen a WO in a while here, you okay?



hey mate as I said, I've been too busy to post all my WO but I did take it easy I swear!


Josie, I hope you realise you much restraint I'm showing to not add my comments to this one!!!

Suit looks great, as does Rockwell!
Everything in here is looking good!

LOL I KNOW!!!!!!!!
and thanks :D


Very sweet looking little on, Josie. I bet he has his momma wrapped around his finger

maybe a bit too much already! :p



I lov love love love the suit. I think it looks pale with a flash because it's on a whithe towel. I don't think you'll look washed out when you're all tanned in this cute little grean number. I love the pink stones on it. Where did you get it? Maybe the maker has a pic of a similar suit on stage.


Nah, as I said those pics were taken without a flash...I'll see I still have time to change my mind. It's one of Marc's suit.


salut josie....comment ca va? qu'est-ce qu vous faites au' jour d'hui?

Bonjour aujourd'hui je cours comme une folle :D


Oups!

I almost forgot how did the segment shoot go today?


Just as I was leaving... I got a call ... we need to postpone, he wanted to ee me next Monday but I'll be in the country so we'll do it in 2 weeks instead, It' sgood I'll be less puffy :D

[Daimozz]

pas une folle mais une belle fille :P

[BigBT]

Ummm, Josie, when I requested pics of the new suit, I was kind of thinking you might be in it.....:) I think you would look fabulous in it but I can see your concern with the stage lighting.

Rockwell looks like a healthy little guy! Cute pics.

[mom24boys]

awwww Rocco is a lil' drool meister now...how cute...he is growing so fast.
Like Elise I cant tell the tru color of the suit either.

[StlBarbie]

IMO an emerald green would look stunning on you, if you decide to stay with green.

I SO AGREE!!!! :D

ROCKWELL is just so precious!!! :)
I bet he is looking forward to a sister or brother!!!!
BAWHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!! :p

[HoosierHardGain]

How old is Rockwell now?

[Hibiscus09]

Josie, the suit is very pretty. My only worry with the light suits are getting tanning solution on them. It would not be pretty on the butt of your suit at all. :eek: :p I think your look gorgeous in most any color. I only have a couple of colors that I absolutely hate on me because they wash me out.

[Seosaid]

pas une folle mais une belle fille

Arent you just adorable!!


Ummm, Josie, when I requested pics of the new suit, I was kind of thinking you might be in it..... I think you would look fabulous in it but I can see your concern with the stage lighting.



LOL i knew you'd say that! ... I just don't quite fit in it yet, it's too tight


awwww Rocco is a lil' drool meister now...how cute...he is growing so fast.
Like Elise I cant tell the tru color of the suit either.

I really think I'll have another one made, just in case


Josie, just a suggestion on the suit - go take a look through Someday's pics of her last comp, her one piece suit was cream colored with gold beads - it was absolutely beautiful and I think with a tan the light green suit won't wash out at all. Of course only my opinion, either way I'm sure you are gonna look fantastic in whatever you end up wearing. Ms. TV celebrity

Oh yeah and could Rockwell's eyes be any bigger, so cute.

camchad

LOL I can't remember her suit, I'll go see again! Thanks for the idea!!


I SO AGREE!!!!

ROCKWELL is just so precious!!!
I bet he is looking forward to a sister or brother!!!!
BAWHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!!!

LOL barb! Don't you go there!!


How old is Rockwell now?

he just turned 7 months old


Josie, the suit is very pretty. My only worry with the light suits are getting tanning solution on them. It would not be pretty on the butt of your suit at all. I think your look gorgeous in most any color. I only have a couple of colors that I absolutely hate on me because they wash me out.

I do the spray tan Hibby so I'm always ready and dry before putting on the suit, so this is something I'm not concerned about. but since the show will be on tv, I really want to stand out!

[Seosaid]

Ok dokey, here's the update

The day before yesterday I spend the whole night awake... not that i wantd to, I just could not fall asleep and I don't know why.. at 5:45, when my son woke up, I woke my hubby up crying because I felt I could fall asleep so he took care of the 'lil one and I ended up sleeping until 10.

Needless to say I did not workout yesterday.


I did some cardio this morning, and I'm off to do some weight later on.

*****

Now there's something I want to say.

I've been posting on BB.com for the last 6 years, this is my little heaven from everything. I've made good friends in here and I think people know me enough to know that I'm far from being fake.

So now I will stop acting like I don't know ... when I do know!

I realized recently that someone is reading my journal to get some info about someone I love and respect, hoping I will disclose a few things.

To this person I have this to say: I have a fulfilling life, I married to a man I adore, I have a son I would die for, I have a job I love and a real life I also adore.... I don't need a fake Internet life

I don't need to lie about who I am and what I do to be accepted like that person does.

I've been using this site as a motivation, it has helped me stay focused and the people in here have all helped me tremendously. Now I've been trying to avoid posting a few things... and I'm tired of this!

So if my posting in here stops being fun or if anything I say could ever be used against anyone ... then I will gladly pull the plug and never look back.

For the others, this is the end of my rant ;)

Hope you all have a great day!

[bluegreen]

what a cutie-patootie your son is! ugh on sleep issues!

[justtryn]

http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1057/540796865_b325f79573_t.jpg (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1057/540796865_b325f79573_b.jpg)



Oh, he is a cutie! - I especially like the second picture that have those sexy legs behind him. Do we know the owner of those legs?? ;)

[jocularric]

Ouch! Sorry you've had a bad night sleeping Josie. I'm even sorrier about your bad internet experience. I'd offer to give a stern talking to this person but it looks like you've done a great job at that. I want you to know I think you're super! Everything I seen and read and what others tell me you're a great person. I hope your day and weekend goes better.

[HoosierHardGain]

Sorry you had the bad night, Josie. I know what that's like when you are just about to fall asleep and the baby starts to cry. Good thing you got a good hubby.

[ChocoChick]

Josie - I had to leave you a note, too, to say thank for you the nudge to contact the Poliquin guy. I saw him today and it was a blast. Thank you!

[Hibiscus09]

Hi Josie! :) Sorry about the internet whacko -- they're out there -- that's for sure. You're definitely correct to assume that those of us who have enjoyed reading your posts for years know you're a sincere person and a happy person with a happy life. I love reading your journal and hope some whacko doesn't run you off. It would be a real shame as I feel like you're a real sweetie! *hug from me!* :) I'm hoping to get to meet you at the Arnold one of these years!

Oooooh, and I missed that photo of Rockwell!! He is sooooo cute!!!! What a sweetie! He's really growing fast! It's amazing how much they change in such a short period of time. I love his eyes. So pretty!

I remember being up in the middle of the night one time feeding Brittany with tears streaming down my face. Brian came and rescued me. :p They're a lot of work, but it's all worth it!

[Seosaid]

what a cutie-patootie your son is! ugh on sleep issues!

Hey bluegreen, thanks for stopping by..and thanks for saying my son is cute :D


Oh, he is a cutie! - I especially like the second picture that have those sexy legs behind him. Do we know the owner of those legs??

I really have no idea :confused:

:D


Ouch! Sorry you've had a bad night sleeping Josie. I'm even sorrier about your bad internet experience. I'd offer to give a stern talking to this person but it looks like you've done a great job at that. I want you to know I think you're super! Everything I seen and read and what others tell me you're a great person. I hope your day and weekend goes better.

Joc thank you for this, as you can see I'm not 12 years old anymore so I can handle it, I just wanted to get it out in the open.


Sorry you had the bad night, Josie. I know what that's like when you are just about to fall asleep and the baby starts to cry. Good thing you got a good hubby.

Seriously, without my husband I would be a real mess right now, he gets up every morning, it's helped me more than I could say!
It's also one of the reasons I'm able to train.


Josie - I had to leave you a note, too, to say thank for you the nudge to contact the Poliquin guy. I saw him today and it was a blast. Thank you!

I am so happy!!!!!!! I'll go read the details in your journal.
I think it's very exciting!!


Hi Josie! Sorry about the internet whacko -- they're out there -- that's for sure. You're definitely correct to assume that those of us who have enjoyed reading your posts for years know you're a sincere person and a happy person with a happy life. I love reading your journal and hope some whacko doesn't run you off. It would be a real shame as I feel like you're a real sweetie! *hug from me!* I'm hoping to get to meet you at the Arnold one of these years!

Oooooh, and I missed that photo of Rockwell!! He is sooooo cute!!!! What a sweetie! He's really growing fast! It's amazing how much they change in such a short period of time. I love his eyes. So pretty!

I remember being up in the middle of the night one time feeding Brittany with tears streaming down my face. Brian came and rescued me. They're a lot of work, but it's all worth it!

Thanks Diane, I did tell you in private that I appreciate your comment.. but since it's an out in the open day... well I saying it agin THANK YOU :D

[Seosaid]

Today was day 2 - I really hate this day! I feel like I do nothing and waste my time.

A1 - Leg Curl 8 second hold on last rep
4 x 8 @ 65 lbs
5 lbs more

A2 - Snatch Deadlifts
4 x 8 @ 100 lbs
Stable

A3 - Back extension
$ x 12 @ 25 lbs plate
Stable

B1 - Smith pecs press
4 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 60 lbs + 4 @ 50 lbs)
Stable

B2 - Incline DB flyes
4 x 8 @ 20 lbs
Stable

C1 - Calves - one leg
3 x 12 (6 @ 80 lbs + 6 @ 40 lbs)
Stable

Followed by 10 minutes in da tanning bed :D

Tomorrow I'll train in the AM but I'm off to the country right after until Tuesday I guess, so If I don't talk to you all before I wish you a great Week-end.. and a great week-start :D

[mom24boys]

Have a great weekend sweetie and enjoy Fathers Day with the hubby and baby :) Spoil him *grin*

[powerman2000]

Today was day 2 - I really hate this day! I feel like I do nothing and waste my time.

A1 - Leg Curl 8 second hold on last rep
4 x 8 @ 65 lbs
5 lbs more

A2 - Snatch Deadlifts
4 x 8 @ 100 lbs
Stable

A3 - Back extension
$ x 12 @ 25 lbs plate
Stable

B1 - Smith pecs press
4 x 12 (4 @ 70 lbs + 4 @ 60 lbs + 4 @ 50 lbs)
Stable

B2 - Incline DB flyes
4 x 8 @ 20 lbs
Stable

C1 - Calves - one leg
3 x 12 (6 @ 80 lbs + 6 @ 40 lbs)
Stable

Followed by 10 minutes in da tanning bed :D

Tomorrow I'll train in the AM but I'm off to the country right after until Tuesday I guess, so If I don't talk to you all before I wish you a great Week-end.. and a great week-start :D
Nice training session there.

Hope you have a good time in the country. :)

[BigBT]

I've got days like that too, Josie. You do a bunch of exercises, no real gain in weights, not much pain involved. I've started to look at those as days as adding to the foundation. Not always fun, but necessary.

I hate the fact you didn't get any sleep. A poor night usually sets me back a few days. You seem to have recovered nicely.

I hope that one nut job doesn't spoil the site for you. You are very fun to trade comments with and your story is both motivational and inspirational and the board would lose a lot if you ever felt like you had to leave.

I hope your husband has a great first father's day!

[Seosaid]

Have a great weekend sweetie and enjoy Fathers Day with the hubby and baby Spoil him *grin*

oooo I will ;)


Nice training session there.

Hope you have a good time in the country.

I'm happy to see you're posting mister ;)


I've got days like that too, Josie. You do a bunch of exercises, no real gain in weights, not much pain involved. I've started to look at those as days as adding to the foundation. Not always fun, but necessary.

I hate the fact you didn't get any sleep. A poor night usually sets me back a few days. You seem to have recovered nicely.

I hope that one nut job doesn't spoil the site for you. You are very fun to trade comments with and your story is both motivational and inspirational and the board would lose a lot if you ever felt like you had to leave.

I hope your husband has a great first father's day!

Thanks Brian I really appreciate you comment and I love reading about you as well!

as for the lack of sleep, well that was a first being up all night but I'll need to do something because I do have frequent bouts of insomnia.. usually ZMA helps me sleep deeper but I think stress is my big problem, I have to learn to relax, hubby is pretty sure (and I guess he's right) that my big contract is the reason I couldn't sleep... being on adrenaline for two weeks, I kinda crashed once it was done. But I will have to do something!

[Seosaid]

Ok I'M logging yesterday's torture.. and I'm off!


Day three: (arms, abs)

A1 - Power ups
3 x 6 @ 40 lbs
(stable & hard today!l)

A2 - Close grips and overhead combo (skullcrushers to triceps extension press to bench press)
4 x 6 @ 50 lbs
(more weight overall & very hard!)

B1 - Zottman Fat curl
4 x 8 @ 12 lbs
(2 lbs more)

B2 - DB Spider curl
4 x 6 @ 12 lbs
(2 lbs more)

C1 - Dips
1 x 6 @ BW
1 x 5 @ BW
1 x 5 @ BW
1 x 6 @ BW
(this is ver hard but I used to do 8 with less body weight ...I'll get there gain :D!!!)


C2 - Lying triceps extension
4 x 10 @ 12 lbs
(a bit less weight overall but 2 more reps)


C3 - Kneeling rope pushdown
4 x 12 @ 30 lbs
(a bit less weight overall but 5 more reps each set)


D1 - Rope crunches
4 x 12 @ 165 lbs PR


(5 more lbs... I really feel it working and I think I found the perfect weight...the only problem is that it lifts me off the floor :D)

D2 - Hanging knee raise
4 x 12 @ BW
(stable & burning!l)

Followed by 26 minutes on the elliptical

Good news.. I've lost an inch off my waist, I've put so much muscles on that I look like a she-male... but at least my waist is smaller ! :p
That's it folks... try to behave while I'm gone :D

[BigBT]

Congrats on the inch off your waist! Does this mean you can fit into that suit now ;).
And its nice to see you have gone back to your post workout cardio instead of the ten minute tanning bed deal! I was beginning to wonder where your priorities went.....
Have a great trip.

[ChocoChick]

Good news.. I've lost an inch off my waist, I've put so much muscles on that I look like a she-male...

:rolleyes:

I have just one thing to say about this ridiculous statement: NO WAY!!!

Hope you are having a wonderful weekend, Josie!

[dartol]

Hi Josie! Sorry I have been way behind, I'm just catching up. Great looking boy you have there! The picture of the suit is missing something though... you! LOL

Sorry to hear about the internet problem. Some people just seem to enjoy causing other people trouble. :(

I know what it is like to be wound up and can't sleep... that really stinks. Kinda like your mind just won't shut off? I get that sometimes.

And last I agree with CG... no way! :)

Darren

[Seosaid]

Congrats on the inch off your waist! Does this mean you can fit into that suit now
And its nice to see you have gone back to your post workout cardio instead of the ten minute tanning bed deal! I was beginning to wonder where your priorities went.....
Have a great trip.



LOL... well I almost fit in it, don't worry I'll show you soon enough. ;)
and at least I'll be tanned :D


Hi Josie! Sorry I have been way behind, I'm just catching up. Great looking boy you have there! The picture of the suit is missing something though... you! LOL

Sorry to hear about the internet problem. Some people just seem to enjoy causing other people trouble.

I know what it is like to be wound up and can't sleep... that really stinks. Kinda like your mind just won't shut off? I get that sometimes.

And last I agree with CG... no way!

Darren

you got it, just shutting off is hard sometimes and I dunno why!


:rolleyes:

I have just one thing to say about this ridiculous statement: NO WAY!!!

Hope you are having a wonderful weekend, Josie!

ok thanks for your vote of confidence.. but I'm huge :D

I quickly logged in today to show you a picture of my bro Samuel... the one who just started working out... You'll undertand why I'm a bit jealous :D


I want to be 21 again :D

[powerman2000]

I quickly logged in today to show you a picture of my bro Samuel... the one who just started working out... You'll undertand why I'm a bit jealous :D


I want to be 21 again :D

He'll look even better when he's 43. ;)

[MarkY]

Hi Josie. Congrats on your progress. Hope your weekend is going well. :)

[ChocoChick]

I want to be 21 again :D


Heck, I'd settle for 31... or even 41! :)

[AgeRage]

I'm 21!!! :p :D :p :D :p

*runs away................*

[TKD]

How's the weekend been Josie? :)


How are the snatch deads feeling now, easier I'm sure? :)

Nice work on the dips too, thats pretty good mate!!!!!!

Well done losing the inch off the waist to :)

Your bro seems to be doing well already! Keep him on track Josie!! :D

[Daimozz]

great stuff josie.......grats on ur weight loss gratz on ur great workouts and i am sure u look incredible:P

[mom24boys]

Heck, I'd settle for 31... or even 41! :)

oh hell, you and me both sister :D

[Izzy04]

(5 more lbs... I really feel it working and I think I found the perfect weight...the only problem is that it lifts me off the floor :D)

Good news.. I've lost an inch off my waist, I've put so much muscles on that I look like a she-male... but at least my waist is smaller ! :p
That's it folks... try to behave while I'm gone :D

Hi Josie! hope you're enjoying yourself in the country. I'm sure being away will help you relax and sleep like a baby :)

Congrats on the inch lost on your waist, I'm quite sure you don't look like a sheman.

I had the same problem with the rope crunch and TKD gave me a great advice, put a plate on your calves, it works really well.

I get stresed easily but my coach makes me take glycine before bed and it helps. Ask your coach about it.

I was at MVP yesterday and there was a girl with the exact same color suit and stones as yours, when the pics come out go to www.mvpquest.com to check it out, I think you might be right. The girl had dark hair so it was ok but it did look pale. There was also a blond girl with a gorgeous emerald green suit, I asked her and Marc made her suit.

Hope you had a great week-end!

[StlBarbie]

Awesome job on dropping the inch off your waist!!!
Your dedication continually pays off Josie .. GREAT JOB!!

[mom24boys]

Hey Josie..how was your weekend? I think I found the inch you lost :(

[HoosierHardGain]

an inch off your waist? That's awesome! Considering you don't have that much to loose anyway, a whole inch is fantastic.

[dbx]

Someone is missing around here. Hmmm........

I hope all is well :)

[justtryn]

Hi Josie (aka beautiful)!! Damn, an inch off your waste!? Sigh. I've got so much work to do.

[ChocoChick]

Hi Josie - Are the three of you having a wonderful time? I hope so. :)

[Seosaid]

He'll look even better when he's 43.

LOL I'm sure he will... men are like fine wines ;)


Hi Josie. Congrats on your progress. Hope your weekend is going well.

Hey Marky, we had a wonderful long weekend! how was yours?


Heck, I'd settle for 31... or even 41!

To Look like you, I'd settle for anything!


I'm 21!!!

*runs away................*

I should introduce you two then LOL


How's the weekend been Josie?


How are the snatch deads feeling now, easier I'm sure?

Your bro seems to be doing well already! Keep him on track Josie!!

You know how I like to use the whip Darren :D
Weekend has been great, but the snatch deads aren't easier yet and I'm almost done with this program anyway....



great stuff josie.......grats on ur weight loss gratz on ur great workouts and i am sure u look incredible

Thanks dear, I feel great today! I think all the rest has something to do with it!


oh hell, you and me both sister

Would you two stop! You both look like young hotties, Hotter then most of pretty much every women here! :D


Awesome job on dropping the inch off your waist!!!
Your dedication continually pays off Josie .. GREAT JOB!!

Thanks Barb!! I just need your energy now LOL


Hey Josie..how was your weekend? I think I found the inch you lost

LOL I'm sure its not true!


an inch off your waist? That's awesome! Considering you don't have that much to loose anyway, a whole inch is fantastic.

ahhh thanks Hoos' I still ave about 3-4 inches to loose of my waist and I'll start bragging abut being thin again :p


Someone is missing around here. Hmmm........

I hope all is well

Ohh Kevin! I'm back but I really needed the rest time I got


Hi Josie (aka beautiful)!! Damn, an inch off your waste!? Sigh. I've got so much work to do.

Hey mark Love the AKA LOL
You look amazing.. did you look at your progress pic :D


Hi Josie - Are the three of you having a wonderful time? I hope so.

Elise it was amazing!!

Even though I planned on working out... I didn't, and I feel pretty good about it.. and also all the wine I had ... I do not feel guilty!
I just didn't eat enough but my son slept, I took some naps.

I'm really happy AND rested! Now I'm back for more ;)

[jmc53]

C1 - Dips
1 x 6 @ BW
1 x 5 @ BW
1 x 5 @ BW
1 x 6 @ BW
(this is ver hard but I used to do 8 with less body weight ...I'll get there gain :D!!!)
Great work on the bodyweight dips Josie.

I've put so much muscles on that I look like a she-male...
LOL.
You're too cute to look like a shemale, ya cretin :p

[Seosaid]

LOL.
You're too cute to look like a shemale, ya cretin :p


LMAO

I finally got my cretin :p


Off to the gym, details later on ;)

[HoosierHardGain]

Hey Josie! Sounds like the wine was good...did you send me a bottle?

[kimsquit]

bonjour Josie :)

[Seosaid]

Hey Josie! Sounds like the wine was good...did you send me a bottle?

LOL sorry Hoos, although for a strange reason I though about you listening to Sweet Home Alabama today... I guess Alabama sounds like Indiana for me????!!! ;)


bonjour Josie :)

Bonjour kimsquit! :D

[Seosaid]

Today was Day one

A1 - Back Squat
2 x 8 @ 140 lbs..
2 x 8 @ 110 lbs..
20 lbs more on the first 2 sets, the last 2 reps of the 2nd set were REALLY hard, but the last 2 sets felt very light

A2 - Leg extension
4 x 18 (6 @ 90 lbs + 6 @ 60 lbs + 6 @ 30 lbs)
stable

B1 - Leg press
3 x 30 (10 x 270 lbs + 10 x 180 lbs + 10 x 90 lbs)
Stable

C1 - Assisted Pull up + Chin up
5 x 6+5 @ 75 lbs
one more set

C2 - Bent-over t-bar row
3 x 6 @ 45 lbs
2 x 6 @ 35 lbs
More weight in the first 3 sets

D1 - Front raise rope
4 x 8 @ 30 lbs
Stable

D2 - DB Shoulder press
1 x 6 @ 25 lbs
3 x 6 @ 27.5 lbs
More weight for 3 sets

E1 - Rotators combo
3 x 24 (8 x 45 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x 90 degree @ 5lbs + 8 x side @ 3lbs)
Same and I don't think it will ever change and it turns me into a sailor I curse way too much :(

Followed by 40 on the elliptical and I decided I'd done enough

[HoosierHardGain]

Good looking workout, Josie. I can imagine you were exhausted after the elliptical.

[mom24boys]

thanks Josie....wow look at that WO. I wanna do that.

[jmc53]

Same and I don't think it will ever change and it turns me into a sailor I curse way too much :(

Josie, do you curse in French?
Nice workout, squats are very impressive.

[ChocoChick]

Josie, do you curse in French?


LOL - this brings back memories. When I used to live in Geneva and I'd come back to the US for vacation, all my relatives would eagerly plead, "Say something in French for us!" Being a snotty teenager (yes, yes, I know you all find that hard to believe :D ), I would curse. I smiled the whole time so they never knew. :)

Josie - awesome workout. Have I said thank you lately? Thank you again. :)

[BigBT]

Welcome back, Josie. I'm glad you had a good time. Way to get all of those increases today! If you curse in French, it really doesn't sound that bad.... :)

[Seosaid]

Good looking workout, Josie. I can imagine you were exhausted after the elliptical.

I was sweaty more than anything :p


thanks Josie....wow look at that WO. I wanna do that.

well you can sweety! How's the intervals going? ;)


Josie, do you curse in French?
Nice workout, squats are very impressive.

Merci and Yes and it sound like "Ostie de calisse de criss de rotateurs a marde... tabarnak que ca brule" :D
I really lose any Lady status after that! :p


LOL - this brings back memories. When I used to live in Geneva and I'd come back to the US for vacation, all my relatives would eagerly plead, "Say something in French for us!" Being a snotty teenager (yes, yes, I know you all find that hard to believe ), I would curse. I smiled the whole time so they never knew.

Josie - awesome workout. Have I said thank you lately? Thank you again.

Elise I swear I am so impressed with you speaking French!
You Snotty never !:p

I'm going to write you a sentence in French here and there from now on!
And no thanks necessary I did nothing and I'm so happy that you've found a new trainer!


Welcome back, Josie. I'm glad you had a good time. Way to get all of those increases today! If you curse in French, it really doesn't sound that bad....

But it is THAT bad :D
I'm a translator so a proper language is VERY important to me. I never cursed until I started dating Nico....then it all went downwards for me LOL
Sailors and me... no difference... well maybe for the tattoos LOL

[HoosierHardGain]

Have a great night, Josie!

[StlBarbie]

WAVES!!! :)
AWESOME job on the SQUATS, Josie!!!:)

That is one heck of a wo to follow with 40 minutes of cardio ..:eek:

[Daimozz]

nice workout josie............ looks like ur hard work is really paying off........ur still incredibly sexy and ur getting even more sexier awesome stuff.....

[ChocoChick]

Hi Josie! :)