Karina's Progress Journal

[serinebean]

If you slide when eating out, its hard to feel ok with it. But it one time will not ruin you. Monitoring can get ugly real quick, it seems to make you really hard on yourself. But its not worth it to get down, and it makes the whole situation worse. Its just food. Consider it fuel for that awesome leg wo you just nailed!!! Right on!!

[lmt245]

Originally Posted by serinebean

If you slide when eating out, its hard to feel ok with it. But it one time will not ruin you. Monitoring can get ugly real quick, it seems to make you really hard on yourself. But its not worth it to get down, and it makes the whole situation worse. Its just food. Consider it fuel for that awesome leg wo you just nailed!!! Right on!!

HOLY STRONG LEGS!!! I love ground turkey...i use the low sodium seasonings on it and put it in salad with some avocado...SOOOOO good!

[vanillabn]

Originally Posted by moisy

Great leg workout ... and fueled by banana bread to boot!!!
What more could you possibly want?!! lol
I too have been on the hunt for that greek yogurt ... I guess we Canadians are out of luck ... darn!!!!
Have a great day ... TGIF!!!

Thanks moisy! Yeah it wasn't so bad looking back on it.
I found a great yogurt though, kind of similar to greek yogurt I think. It's 2.5% MF, with 4g fat, 8g carbs and 10g protein! It's called Liberty Organic Yogurt, and I found it at Save On foods!! It's weird I'm so excited about a yogurt...hehe... but I think I'm going to buy it from now on - very good!

Originally Posted by lululemon

I am in awe of your workouts! Damn girl! You are going to push me to get my butt in gear =) Nice variety in your foods too. Dont worry about the chicken wrap & banana bread, Im sure that killer workout made up for it!

Thanks! Yeah I like lots of variety! Keeps things interesting!

Originally Posted by girlygirl

oh, i LOVE bok choy in soup! *jealous* used to work at a vietnamese restaurant and the boss would make it for us for lunch if we were too busy to take a break.

MM... I like it too! Sometimes I just get a craving for soup... I might also try putting some brown rice in it next time - that would be good too.

Originally Posted by mmmc

Wow your squats are impressive! That inspires me! That's awesome that you'll be adding weight to your chin-ups! I'm just thinking about starting them. I tried a chin-up today and I could do it, but I can't do a wide grip pull up. I'll try eccentric ones, I guess, until I can do it.

You don't ever seem to plateu. Good work!

I haven't yet (added weight) so I'll have to see how that goes!
The wide grip pullups are DEFINITELY harder! That's my next goal!

Originally Posted by buffpook

I like to believe that about things I end up eating too.... mine aren't always as good as "banana bread". But I hear ya... does that even make you wonder if you're "energized" enough for the work out??

Great job on the hack squats, BTW - ahhhhh.... hack squats.

Happy Friday!

Hey buffpook! I know what you mean... and it's weird how different foods affect your workout so much! How do you like the hack squats?? They're hard, but I love what they're doing for my legs!!

Originally Posted by HappySnowBunny

mmm...add me to the bok choy club, too. Love it!

You're definitely a strong motivator, you know? I think I'll start a WWKD club here. During a work out when it gets really hard, think "what would Karina do?" and keep going! YEAH!

You are SO funny!!! You always make me laugh... and sweet too! I'm glad my journal helps at all! I don't always feel like a good motivator, that's for sure!! lol.

Originally Posted by mcampana

You had a great leg workout, so don't beat yourself up about treating yourself to stuff that was fairly healthy IMO. WOW! Look @ those squat #'s!

Thanks!! Yeah, at least it was Tara's recipe, not something worse I guess!! But I'm still working on the "control" aspect...

Originally Posted by moon girl

Banana bread sounds really good! Might have to do some baking soon

Oh, I loved it. It has cocoa in it too, so it's got a bit of that "chocolatey" flavour. Yum.

Originally Posted by twinnett

How come my massive consumption of banana bread didn't lead to that kind of workout???? lol...hope you had a good day today!!

lol... Tara what are you talking about?! Your workouts are awesome! Your banana bread was AMAZING, by the way! Did you make that recipe up yourself?

Originally Posted by amj0883

You just gave me a great reason to make that banana bread...if I can pull out weight like that...geez...I'd eat close to anything

Great looking workout!!!

I also have that all or nothing mentallity and I hate it as well. I second guess everything I put in my mouth and if its even slightly off plan (even if its healthy) I'll ponder it!! Good for you for enjoying your lunch...were going to get pass this obsessiveness!!!

Hey Mandy!
I agree, we need to get rid of the all or nothing mentality! It's like I "know" it's bad, but I do it anyway! It's such a bad way of looking at things!!

Originally Posted by push_it

Great leg workout! You have some strong legs. Awsome job with squats! I see so many people (mainly guys) put on however much weight and then squat like a sissy, lol. They don't go low at all, and I know that if they did the exercise properly there is no way that they would actually be able to lift the weight that they have loaded on.
Man does banana bread sound good right now. I should look up the recipe and bake some tonight to have for the weekend. How do you keep track of macros? Do you just write it down? Yesterday I found a website where you can enter in what you ate and then it comes up with everything for you (macros, calories ect.). You have to sign up though and I didnt because I could find some of the foods that I ate in their list. I think it is an american site.

Thanks for visiting!! I really appreciate your thoughts!
If you're looking for the recipe, it's in Tara's journal!! Right before her Easter posts. As for Macros, I record them all in nutridiary (you're doing yours in fitday.com now, right?) It's so much easier than writing it all down, for sure!! Now that I've got all my regular foods in it too, it gets easier and quicker all the time.

Originally Posted by Lckymii

Oh phooey about your "messed up day" lol, you did fine! You should see my all or nothing days It will start with one cup of ice cream and end with a sheet cake (literally that has happened before)

Amazing workout! I am so impressed!!!

Hey you! lol... I think we've all been there! It's definitely something you gotta fight against (all or nothing)!

Originally Posted by valby

Hi Karina obvisouly banana bread is anabolic. remember just tell it to go to the muscles looks like to dead..awesomness on the squats (sorry I watched "Mean Girls" last night LOL)

I guess so!! Anabolic or not, it was definitely YUMMY!
lol... I love Mean Girls!! That's such a funny movie!

Originally Posted by Miss-Sophie

Omg! I'm the same way! I really have to work with myself otherwise it's too easy to think "screw that I might as well just go all out" whenever you eat something that you know the the nutritional content on.
It doesn't sound like a big deal at all and look at your workout WOW! Those hacksquats are killer! You're probably having major DOMS today!
Where can I find the banana bread recipe?

Hey Sophie!
Yeah, I think a lot of people can relate to that feeling... grr... so annoying though!
I definitely *do* have DOMS today!!! Yikes!
Oh, the banana bread recipe is in Tara's journal, about 4-6 pages back I think, right before Easter.

Originally Posted by Buffycat3

Thanks for your recipe on the spinach salad. (damn forgot to buy me spinach)
I skipped over your food posting ...for obvious reasons..hehe *growl*
I did Not skip your tremendous leg w/o!
You have great strength! What a way to focus and achieve PBs!!
...if you have a cell phone, type in a 'Calender Message' set for 15min before you head off to the gym...reminding you to Remember Your Gloves! lol

Have a great weekend!

No problem! Not really a "recipe", just a bunch of stuff I throw together!! lol. But I really love it.
Glad you skipped over the food... lol.
Thank you so much - I just think of you, and the workouts you do when I need some focus!! Seriously!!
Thanks for the tip about the calendar -seems obvious, but I never thought of that! Did it today!

Originally Posted by SavageOne

Looks like a great workout, so the banana bread must have helped!

It looks like you're doing very well!

Thanks! I guess the banana bread DID help... lol. Appreciate you stopping in!

Originally Posted by serinebean

If you slide when eating out, its hard to feel ok with it. But it one time will not ruin you. Monitoring can get ugly real quick, it seems to make you really hard on yourself. But its not worth it to get down, and it makes the whole situation worse. Its just food. Consider it fuel for that awesome leg wo you just nailed!!! Right on!!

Hey Serine! You're right, about monitoring making you hard on yourself. I guess I just need to remember to keep things in perspective. You always know the perfect way to "put things"! THANKS!

Originally Posted by lmt245

HOLY STRONG LEGS!!! I love ground turkey...i use the low sodium seasonings on it and put it in salad with some avocado...SOOOOO good!

Hey!
That sounds awesome too! I'll have to try that sometime soon. Do you eat ground turkey a lot? I've been incorporating more of it into my diet lately.

[vanillabn]

Sat Mar 29

Great workout today!!
I got LOTS of sleep last night, so woke up feeling refreshed and energized. My bf worked today, so it was a good opportunity for me to get a bunch of stuff done at my place without any distractions! I think I may make some more things today as well before we go out tonight.

The gym was empty! It always surprises me when it's like that on a Saturday, because you'd think people would have more free time... I guess not. No PBs today, but I was a little stronger doing the same reps, and felt like I pushed myself.

Tomorrow's my rest day but I think I'll be doing a bit of cardio, and MAYBE heading to that hot yoga class at noon (I've been talking about it for a while but still haven't actually gone). That's the problem with waiting for my friends to take the class with me... they say they want to, but nobody comes. hehe.


BACK & ABS

+I actually remembered my gloves today, because I set my phone to remind me...came in handy for those pulldowns. Thanks Joan!!

Bent over barbell rows - 10x40lbs, 10x40lbs, 8x50lbs, 8x50lbs

WG Lat Pulldowns - 10x60lbs, 10x60lbs, 8x70lbs, 7x70lbs

Cable Rows - 10x50lbs, 10x60lbs, 9x60lbs, 9x60lbs

Incline Reverse DB Flyes - 10x10lbs/hand, 10x10lbs/hand, 9x10lbs/hand, 10x8lbs/hand

Hypers - 20x10lbs, 15x25lbs, 15x35lbs, 15x25lbs

Roman Chair Leg Raises - 20, 15, 15

Bicycle Crunches - 40, 30, 20

Weighted Decline Crunches - 20@bw (twisting), 15@10lbs, 15@10lbs, 12@10lbs


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Mar 28 Nutrition (yesterday)
Sprouted flax seed bread, nat PB, sugar free jam, skim ricotta & walnuts, tuna, spinach, whey, tons of green beans, chicken breast w/ FF sour cream & salsa (yum), 1/2 peach, whey, protein pancakes, 2 pc dark choc, FF cottage cheese

Calories: 1401
Fat: 43g (27%)
Carbs: 104g (29%)
Protein: 155g (44%)
Water intake: 4L+

I'll post today's nutrition later on...

Oh, and since everyone it asking for it, here's the link to Tara's Amazing Banana Bread!!
http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpo...ostcount=15594

[serinebean]

Just a hello!
I know...thats why I love weekend work outs! Its MINE!! Muwhahahaha!!!!

I am glad I dont offend you when I say things...I try to put it right, and if I dont, give me the benefit of the doubt. I dont like hurting peoples feelings.

Sleep is the best thing to heal ya....I swear, I dont know why I fought it for so long.

You have my faves in there...dark choc and cc...easy to live on.
You seem happier today, I am glad of it!!!

[amj0883]

I really want to try a hot yoga class...there is a studio across the street from my house but it is crazy expensive. Is the class included in your gym membership?

Where are you and bf going out to tonight? I hope you have fun and enjoy another cooking session

[kledbetter]

Originally Posted by vanillabn

Sat Mar 29

Great workout today!!
I got LOTS of sleep last night, so woke up feeling refreshed and energized. My bf worked today, so it was a good opportunity for me to get a bunch of stuff done at my place without any distractions! I think I may make some more things today as well before we go out tonight.

The gym was empty! It always surprises me when it's like that on a Saturday, because you'd think people would have more free time... I guess not. No PBs today, but I was a little stronger doing the same reps, and felt like I pushed myself.

1st ... did you clean? thats no good, now I feel guilty for letting the scum build up one more day in my apartment.

2nd.. People are so weird. I almost never take weekends as off days, I mean there is so much more time to be at the gym. But its okay... I like it empty The workout looked pretty solid too. Back is tough.

Originally Posted by vanillabn

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Mar 28 Nutrition (yesterday)
Sprouted flax seed bread, nat PB, sugar free jam,

Um this is a peanut butter and jelly sandwich???? NO FAIR!

[moon girl]

I don't think I could do without my gloves anymore - my hands aren't used to not having them I leave my gloves in my (rented) locker at the gym because my hands hurt if I don't bring them - especially on back day!

That's great you got a day to get stuff done. I always feel so much better after getting some chores done, especially ones that make my place look nice and clean

[HappySnowBunny]

Hi Karina! Oh don't you love those days when you feel recharged? (if memory serves, they're pretty awesome.)

[push_it]

hey - looks like you had a good workout on saturday. Awsome job. I usuallt take the weekend as my off days (unless I missed a workout during the week, then I make up for it on the weekend). When I have gone for a workout on a saturday or sunday, I too have noticed that my gym is empty. I've also found Fridays to be a lot slower too. Strange eh? I guess people like to go out and party
I've had problems with friends saying they want to do a class or workout with me but never show too. To bad all of us here on bodybuilding.com couldn't get together for a workout.
Have an awsome day!

[IronCamp]

My gym is pretty empty on the weekends too. I really enjoy having the gym to myself.

[doindbt]

Hey Karina, just a quick hello! I'll never be able to catch up but it looks like you're still pounding out some great workouts! WTG! Hope you had a terrific weekend!

[AbramsAM]

Hi!

I love mixing ff sour cream and salsa together. Or sometimes plain ff yogurt and salsa. I use it a lot on taco salads.

Hope you are having a great Monday!

[Miss-Sophie]

Lucky you for having an empty gym on weekends! Mine is always filled!
Your workout was awesome! Great WG Lat Pulldowns, cables and bb row! Very strong! Actually everything looks very solid - as always!
Diet looks very delish! Sprouted flax seed bread, natty PB, sugar free jam! *drool* It's so annoying when friends say they wanna take a class together and then end up not coming anyway. I think you should def try it out anyway, I think you'll really like it!

[Lckymii]

I had to skip your workout this is my rest week and the temptation to workout after seeing yours is just too much!!!
How are you eating your ricotta? I am tired of my plain ole stuff, literally the only thing I eat with it is the spoon, any suggestions?? (I am getting brave and am willing to mix it with something :gasp:

[ubermumma]

Yes just checking in, all seems "good" in here....*uber notes no weighted chins*...we can still be friends Carry on

[lululemon]

Originally Posted by ubermumma

Yes just checking in, all seems "good" in here....*uber notes no weighted chins*...we can still be friends Carry on

lol. Your posts crack me up! I love your sense of humour =)

[Ndrameda81]

Love your workouts! Hope your week is going good!

[vanillabn]

Originally Posted by serinebean

Just a hello!
I know...thats why I love weekend work outs! Its MINE!! Muwhahahaha!!!!

I am glad I dont offend you when I say things...I try to put it right, and if I dont, give me the benefit of the doubt. I dont like hurting peoples feelings.

Sleep is the best thing to heal ya....I swear, I dont know why I fought it for so long.

You have my faves in there...dark choc and cc...easy to live on.
You seem happier today, I am glad of it!!!

Thanks Serine!
No, I don't take offence easily and even if I did, you always have kind words!! I agree with you about the sleep - it REALLY makes a difference!

Originally Posted by amj0883

I really want to try a hot yoga class...there is a studio across the street from my house but it is crazy expensive. Is the class included in your gym membership?

Where are you and bf going out to tonight? I hope you have fun and enjoy another cooking session

Hey Mandy.
Yeah, my hot yoga class is "crazy expensive" too!! The only reason I'm thinking of signing up for it is because I get an 'account' with work for Health and Wellness type activities so almost a year's worth of yoga classes weekly would be paid for. Otherwise, there's no way I'd be affording them!

Originally Posted by kledbetter

1st ... did you clean? thats no good, now I feel guilty for letting the scum build up one more day in my apartment.

2nd.. People are so weird. I almost never take weekends as off days, I mean there is so much more time to be at the gym. But its okay... I like it empty The workout looked pretty solid too. Back is tough.

Um this is a peanut butter and jelly sandwich???? NO FAIR!

I cleaned a bit! Not too much though!
I LOVE toast with pb and jelly! Yum.
You do really well for yourself working as many hours as you do!! Don't worry about small stuff like cleaning all the time!!

Originally Posted by moon girl

I don't think I could do without my gloves anymore - my hands aren't used to not having them I leave my gloves in my (rented) locker at the gym because my hands hurt if I don't bring them - especially on back day!

That's great you got a day to get stuff done. I always feel so much better after getting some chores done, especially ones that make my place look nice and clean

That's a good idea! I wish I had a rented locker. They only have lockers you can use while you're there. I may also just carry my gloves in my purse... have them with me at all times...lol.

Originally Posted by HappySnowBunny

Hi Karina! Oh don't you love those days when you feel recharged? (if memory serves, they're pretty awesome.)

Definitely!! Thanks!

Originally Posted by push_it

hey - looks like you had a good workout on saturday. Awsome job. I usuallt take the weekend as my off days (unless I missed a workout during the week, then I make up for it on the weekend). When I have gone for a workout on a saturday or sunday, I too have noticed that my gym is empty. I've also found Fridays to be a lot slower too. Strange eh? I guess people like to go out and party
I've had problems with friends saying they want to do a class or workout with me but never show too. To bad all of us here on bodybuilding.com couldn't get together for a workout.
Have an awsome day!

Hey there! Thanks a lot!
It's definitely nice having an empty gym. No kidding, about the people on this board..lol. It would be nice to workout with someone who wants to go just as much as me... haha.

Originally Posted by mcampana

My gym is pretty empty on the weekends too. I really enjoy having the gym to myself.

Me too!! It's great. I wish it was like that all the time!

Originally Posted by mikeschick

Hey Karina, just a quick hello! I'll never be able to catch up but it looks like you're still pounding out some great workouts! WTG! Hope you had a terrific weekend!

Hey Roni!! Thanks for stopping by, I know you've been really busy lately! I had a pretty good weekend, hope you did too!

Originally Posted by AbramsAM

Hi!

I love mixing ff sour cream and salsa together. Or sometimes plain ff yogurt and salsa. I use it a lot on taco salads.

Hope you are having a great Monday!

Yum... I'm going to try some 'greek' yogurt on it next time. It's so good!!

Originally Posted by Miss-Sophie

Lucky you for having an empty gym on weekends! Mine is always filled!
Your workout was awesome! Great WG Lat Pulldowns, cables and bb row! Very strong! Actually everything looks very solid - as always!
Diet looks very delish! Sprouted flax seed bread, natty PB, sugar free jam! *drool* It's so annoying when friends say they wanna take a class together and then end up not coming anyway. I think you should def try it out anyway, I think you'll really like it!

Hey Sophie!
I know, it's funny how many people love pb & j, for how "simple" it is! I will definitely be trying out the class, even if I have to go by myself! lol.

Originally Posted by Lckymii

I had to skip your workout this is my rest week and the temptation to workout after seeing yours is just too much!!!
How are you eating your ricotta? I am tired of my plain ole stuff, literally the only thing I eat with it is the spoon, any suggestions?? (I am getting brave and am willing to mix it with something

LOL... you're so funny!
As for the ricotta, I almost always mix it with 1oz of walnuts. Mary introduced me to this in HER journal, and I've been addicted to it ever since!! However, Serine mentioned mixing ricotta with lean ground turkey and tomato sauce (kind of pizza-ish) on toast. I'm going to try that too!!
*WOW* though...you're going to mix things?! LOL!

Originally Posted by ubermumma

Yes just checking in, all seems "good" in here....*uber notes no weighted chins*...we can still be friends Carry on

Ha ha ha.... nope, I didn't even do them last night!
I'm sure you'll be doing them before me! But I will be excited when that day comes...lol (as in, excited for the weighted chinups, not the end of our being friends... tee hee)

Originally Posted by lululemon

lol. Your posts crack me up! I love your sense of humour =)

She's hilarious!!

Originally Posted by Ndrameda81

Love your workouts! Hope your week is going good!

Thanks!! Appreciate you coming by!

[vanillabn]

Good morning everyone!!!!

It seems I have a habit of disappearing on Sundays! Since it was my rest day, I had nothing much to report. We stayed pretty busy over the weekend, just running around doing errands, shopping and visiting friends.

I'm getting my hair done later today, which I'm really looking forward to! I'm thinking I may get it lightened a bit for the summer. Even though it's not really summer yet...wishful thinking I guess!

Enjoyed my time at the gym last night! Although we went MUCH later than usual, and didn't get home until 11:30 it felt GREAT to be there (and nice not to have to wait for equipment! lol). I told my bf on the way "I'm GOING to do 10 chinups tonight", and I finally did! So that made me happy. I decided to switch from doing weighted bench dips to doing actual dips, and I surprised myself. I'd like to get up to doing full sets, but right now I'm just doing what I can manage. My arms felt really tight and worked hard!

In other news, I made a booking to get my bodyfat tested, now I'm just waiting for a trainer to call me back in regards to scheduling! It should be sometime this week...it's way overdue!

Hope everyone's week is going well so far!


Workout (Mon Mar 31)

NG Chinups - 10, 7, 6, 3
YES!!!! hehe.

Hammer Curls - 10x12.5lbs/hand, 10x12.5lbs/hand, 8x12.5lbs/hand

DB Bicep Curls - 10x15lbs/hand, 10x15lbs/hand, 8x15lbs/hand
These were harder than I expected.

Tricep Rope Pulldowns - 10x50lbs, 10x60lbs, 10x50lbs, 8x50lbs

Skullcrushers - 10x30lbs, 4x40lbs, 10x30lbs, 3x30lbs
Thought I do the 40#, but it was still to heavy. Next time I'll use a bar I can load because I need something in between.

Dips - 10, 8, 6, 3

CARDIO: Nope. The gym was closing already as we were finishing up. I'll make up for it later this week.

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NUTRITION

Sprouted flax bread, nat pb, sf jam (forgot my egg whites), chicken breast & green beans, skim ricotta & walnuts, whey & apple, tuna, whey & berries, chicken & asparagus, salad, ff cottage cheese, steak & vegetables + fish oils/multi.

--> Bf and I ended up going out for supper with my parents last night, which threw off my macros a bit. I ordered a steak with vegetables, but I still put my fats way up.

Calories: 1483 (Fat 58g / Carb 88g / Protein 150g)

[girlygirl]

that would be exactly 10 more chinups than i'm capable of.

[IronCamp]

10 chinups! Fantastic!

Yay for getting your hair done. Are you changing the style to or just getting it trimmed?

[SexyBack]

Hi Karina! Way to go on the 10 chin ups!

[moon girl]

Woohoo! Congratulations on the chinups!

I laughed a little when you said you didn't get home until 11:30. I've been having a little talk with myself this morning for not being fast asleep by that time last night It never ceases to amaze me you can pump out such awesome workouts that late in the day.

Hope your hair turns out nice! Maybe summer will get the hint if you get your hair ready for summer

Also, that's really cool about the bf testing. What method do they use?

[lululemon]

Congrats on the chinups Karina! You are so darn strong it's ridiculous.

Your progress is amazing. I just saw your most recent picture- You look fantastic! Something to be proud of for sure

[twinnett]

Wow..nice work on the chinups!! I still have a hard time fully extending down and back up..I sort of do half chins!

[amj0883]

Hey Karina!! I lighten my hair up come summertime as well...its make you look tanner

I've never even attempted a chin up...so way to go!!

You've got more motivation than me...bc there is NO way I'd be at the gym at 11:30 at night...

I hope you have a wonderful day and I'm glad your getting that appointment booked it'll be a great measurement tool!

[buffpook]

Hi there!

Thanks for the link for the banana bread - I AM SO going to make that!

I recently got highlights and love them - if summer isn't here yet - just bring it to you! LOL! Pics please!

....yeaaaaa, I put my fats way up yesterday too but today is a new day!

Keep up all the great work

~ Pook

[AbramsAM]

I like steak

Great job on the chins! So your dips were unassisted too? That is awesome! I'm still workin on that! hehe.

I don't think there is anything wrong with being missing from here for a day or so - sometimes it is good to take a break from 'reporting' but then again, I think I am an addict because I log on every day! lol

[push_it]

Great Work! Way to go with the chin ups. I can only do probably 2 good ones without weight....... 10 is quite a ways away.
Your diet looks really good. It's grocery day for me today so I'm looking forward to getting some food (starting to run low, lol) and trying out some new recipes.
Keep it up.... I love your posts!