Post Baby Body Building

SNSTerp79 · 10-23-2008, 09:58 AM

Hello All! I am still alive & well. My body still belongs to my new daughter, Maya Elena, but I am working on retrieving my shape again. I last weighed in at about 190 lbs pre-baby, and I am now down to 158 lbs as of 4 weeks post baby. WooHoo... 32 lbs. at least. Below are my official stats & goals.

Weight: 158 lbs.
Omron BF: 27.6%
Upper Arm: 11.5"
Chest: 36.5"
Stomach (at belly button): 34.5"
Hips/Butt: 43"
Upper Thigh: 25"

Long Term Goal: 140 lbs. by Christmas
Short Term Goal: Drink at least 8 cups of water, Stop wearing maternity pants

I plan to continue walking as I have been since Maya was born. I also have tubes & DBs for in home work. I start teaching aerobics again beginning in November.

Ok, as you can imagine, I have stuff to do, but I wanted to get in here as fast as possible. I need you ladies... as usual

ellematkovic · 10-23-2008, 10:27 AM

good luck, ill keep my eye on this

girl22 · 10-23-2008, 11:05 AM

Hi girl, just wanted to wish you luck with your goals!!!!!!!!! wow you are looking great!!!

indiglo9124 · 10-23-2008, 11:30 AM

Congrats Sasha! Shes beautiful and you look great!

Buffycat3 · 10-23-2008, 04:27 PM

Hello Sasha and Maya!

You two are both pretty!
I just know you, Tom and Maya are going to have a wonderful life together.
...she will become a world traveler, like her parents....what a wonderful gift to give her too!

I support you in your journey of reaching your goals you mentioned.
Let the Fun Begin!!

Give Maya a kiss on her velvety forehead from me...( all babies have such soft foreheads)

twinnett · 10-24-2008, 04:29 AM

Oh how adorable!! (both of you!!!)

Ok...not fair..your stomach looks better than mine and I haven't had a baby!

j/k

SNSTerp79 · 10-24-2008, 09:32 AM

Wow, yesterday ended up being the worst day to start a "program". I woke up at 7am to Tom tapping me awake. His dad, who lives in Richmond 2 hours away, had a TIA aka a precursor to a stroke. Therefore, Tom was out of town from 7am to 9:30pm. I didn't know he'd be away so long so I trudged through the day like Supermom without a nap, going to the grocery store, bank, and Target with Maya. I was d-e-a-d by late afternoon. I didn't get to workout, *but* I didn't eat crazy either. If anything, I didn't eat enough, honestly. I never thought I would forget to eat or not be hungry. It's very odd. I go about 2 hours in the morning before I get breakfast. I wake up to her needing fed. For the first time in 4 weeks Tom used partial formula because I couldn't pump enough. Yet another reason I was extremely stressed yesterday.

On a positive note, I went to the grocery store, and of course, everyone "ooooed" & "ahhhed" at Maya, but one woman asked, "How old is she?" I said, "4 weeks", and she replied, "You look great." That really kept me upbeat for a few hours. Mom said I weigh less than her now.

Ok, I must reply to you all & visit a few journals. Thanks for all your support so far, and I *will* use my tubing today for a WO.

SNSTerp79 · 10-24-2008, 09:35 AM

Tara - My stomach still feels not like my own. It's really wierd. When I'm nursing, I'm crunched over, and I can feel the flab. Yikes

Joan - I like feeling her head with my cheek. So soft. Or when I'm nursing, I just run my hand down over her hair.

Indiglo & Girl - Thanks for stopping by. I *feel* great. Not perfect, but great.

Elle - Nice to see a new name around. Hope to find your journal & keep an eye on you, too. Give me time though. I don't have much of it these days.

soon2Bgoddess · 10-24-2008, 10:17 AM

Awwwwwww she is SO ADORABLE!!! Congrats Sasha!!!You look FANTASTIC!!

girl22 · 10-24-2008, 10:39 AM

Hey girl, don't worry about missing out a workout... Maya is only 4 weeks and you are breastfeeding, concentrate on that and roll in to working out slowly.... Honestly enjoy your time now.... you have enought going on by taking care of the new born ..... don't stress about working out.... Don't make it a priority you will have enough time to do that... Concentrate on producing enough milk that is really really important.... Mind you this is coming from someone who went through what you are going through and wish I didn't concntrate or feel bad about not working when my baby was that young.....

Enjoy your time with her.... don't you diet!!! Just eat enough and really breastfeeding is a workout in itself

terracotta · 10-24-2008, 10:59 AM

Your in a really great spot with your body for 4 weeks post pregnancy! What an adorable baby

I'm sure the breastfeeding will pull most of that fat off for you, and your goal looks very attainable!

SexyBack · 10-25-2008, 12:26 AM

Hi Sasha! Maya Elena is gorgeous! and you look great for just having baby! Glad to see you started a new journal!

SNSTerp79 · 10-27-2008, 05:58 PM

Well, the wknd was a bust WO wise. Eating was ehhh/ok. Not awful not great. We went to a Halloween party Sat night & up to PA on Sun to visit my aunt & grandma.
FINALLY, today I got smart! Tom came home for lunch, & as soon as Tom took Maya, I bolted for the elliptical. I got 20 mins *and* a shower. Yep, I'm good ;^)

I would've never believed you if you told me I'd forget to eat, but it is happening. I got 3 meals today, and none of them were before I left for work. So I get to work, & I realize I'm starving. My coworker was nice enough to pick me up a Nutri-grain bar. Not ideal but better than starving. I'll shove something in after work hopefully, too. Hmmm... Earlier bed time or eat? Hard decision.

SNSTerp79 · 10-27-2008, 06:02 PM

Charity - Nice to see you back girl!!!

Terra - I'm hoping the breastfeeding will help. It has so far. Thank goodness!

Girl - I'm not really dieting. I need to eat more honestly. Sadly.

Sexy - Thx for the compliment. I think this must be my 20th journal by now. *sigh*

girl22 · 10-28-2008, 10:05 AM

yes, eat eat... I remember those days when I forgot to eat or simply didn't have time or was just too tired..... it will get better.... I promise

irish0418 · 10-28-2008, 10:17 AM

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Originally Posted by girl22

yes, eat eat... I remember those days when I forgot to eat or simply didn't have time or was just too tired..... it will get better.... I promise

Yes....I remember too..it was only a few months ago for me LOL! My baby is 6months old now

Congrats on you beautiful baby girl!

Do make sure to eat and drink LOTS of water....it will help w/ you milk supply

It was hard for me to eat at first too....I barely could get anything down! but just make sure you drink tons of water to help w/ the milk!

best of luck! you look great!

SNSTerp79 · 10-29-2008, 11:10 AM

Tuesday was a good day. I was able to get in 30m walking uphill slowly on my treadmill. I strapped Maya into the front carrier, & off I went. I'm doing the same today actually. I can also leave Homer out of his cage for longer without worrying. He's still adjusting to not being the king of the castle. My eating was erratic. Too many granola bars.

Last night I interpreted for a gala. I did the speeches, and then another terp did the band performance. They had Huey Lewis & the News. I stayed for about 5 songs. It was so much fun. I love my job... most days. It was an org that serves group homes, and Huey had some of the residents up on the stage, and people were dancing in the aisles. Just lots of fun.

Ok. I'm walking & watching Days of Our Lives atm so I best pay attention.

SNSTerp79 · 10-29-2008, 11:15 AM

Girl & Irish - Now that I've figured out how to WO somewhat, I'm starting to think abt how to eat & drink water more effectively. My goodness, this is a different world, motherhood. Good & do-able but different.

twinnett · 10-29-2008, 11:53 AM

lol..I'm sick at home watching Days of Our Lives right now too...I don't think EJ and Nicole's marriage will happen..lol...and they're setting up a relationship w/ Sammi and the bodyguard!

SNSTerp79 · 11-01-2008, 09:10 AM

Wednesday I got 40 mins walking at 5% on my Treadmill, and Thursday I did 20 mins at Level 7 on my Elliptical. I set the Elliptical to be like mud so I wouldn't bounce Maya around too much in her carrier. It also burned a crap load of cals. Friday was a break & today will be as well since we have family coming in from out of town. Tomorrow, I go back to teaching my Sunday Step class. *bites nails nervously*

Tom's dad, his wife, Tom's sister, her husband, new baby, and my parents are coming to visit. Phew... My townhouse isn't big enough! Lil Danny was born 1 wk before Maya at 31 wks. Heather was induced early due to kidney issues. She started going vaginal, but he swished around to breach when her water broke so she went C-section. He got outta the NICU at abt 4 wks. Thank goodness.

Tom & I might get out to the movies tonight. Dad offered for them to stick around for babysitting while we go. They just sit & stare at Maya for fun. They're too good to us.

Ok, I have to do a short job today so I best look ready before my client shows up.

lymbo · 11-01-2008, 09:33 AM

Congratulations she gorgeous! Take your time it will all come back together..I was in the same boat 8 months ago.

Buffycat3 · 11-01-2008, 10:06 AM

Hey Sasha!

You reminded me of the days when I would put both my children , Evan and Emily into the stoller and I would 'speed walk' with them around the neighborhood.
(keep in mind they weren't tiny babies....prolly, 2 and 4 IE: Heavy!)

I believe by doing that regularly, as my cardio, I dropped a lot of lbs.
Of course that was also during my 'fat-free' craze....before I knew better about diet.
So back then I was a 'skinny fat'.

So keep walking with Maya....it's great for the both of you

SNSTerp79 · 11-02-2008, 04:55 PM

ACTIVITY:
60m Taught Step (5m abs)

Chest/Back

Freemotion Chest Press
3x12 X 30
Alt w/
Freemotion Back Shrug
3x12 X 30

Machine Chest Fly
3x12 X 40
Alt w/
Machine Back Fly
3x12 X 25

DB Chest Press
3x10 X 20's
Alt w/
BB Back Row
1x12 X 25
2x12 X 35

This has been a great wknd. Saturday, I had a job, *and* we had tons of family over to visit. Tom & I were able to get out to the movies thx to my parents. (Zack & Miri Make A Porno) Today, I taught my first class in abt 6 wks, *and* I got to lift! Icing on the cake? Wednesday Maya will be 6 wks old, and I can use the gym daycare. Free when I'm teaching and $2/hr when I'm not. Therefore, I cld make $, and have free daycare. WooHoo On top of all that, I spent a perfect lazy day with my hubs & daughter. Last but not least, I've been great with eating. Little bit below what I should but all good.

SNSTerp79 · 11-02-2008, 05:04 PM

Lymbo - You're a spokes model? That's awesome. Thx for the comp. I only hope I'm as successful as you have been post baby.

Joan - re: skinny fat - We all did some crazy things in the name of what we believed was "healthy".

Well, if toting your kids around for WOs got you where you are today then I must be following in good footsteps.

twinnett · 11-02-2008, 06:47 PM

Glad things are going so well!!! Can't beat free daycare! How was that movie? I was thinking of seeing it

SNSTerp79 · 11-05-2008, 01:02 PM

Monday Activity:
33 mins Treadmill Intervals Jog/Walk
*3 mins walk, 3 mins jog

Tuesday Activity:
25 mins Zumba (Oh my goodness, I sucked at this class. I left early.)

Bi's & Tri's

DB Bi Curls
3x8 X 15's
alt w/
DB OH Tri Press
3x12 X 20

Cable Tri Press Down
3x12 X 50
alt w/
Cable Bi Curl
3x12 X 30

Assisted Tri Dip
3x10 X 100# assist
alt w/
Close Grip Pull Up
3x6 X 100# assist

30 mins Walked around lake with neighbor (leisurely pace)

Wednesday Activity:
25 mins Gym Elliptical (as opposed to my home machine)

Lower Body

Leg Press
3x10 X 150

Butt Blaster
3x10 X 50 (left then right)

Leg XT
3x10 X 50

Leg Curl
3x12 X 50

Abductor
3x15 X 150
alt w/
Adductor
3x15 X 130

SNSTerp79 · 11-06-2008, 10:45 AM

Thursday activity:
25 min Arc Trainer - Intervals

Shoulders & Abs

DB Shoulder Press
3x10 X 15's
Alt w/
DB Ab Sit Back (decline bench)
3x12 X 10

DB Lat Raise
3x12 X 7.5
Alt w/
Rvrs Crunch
3x20

BB Upright Row
3x12 X 35
Alt w/
Knee Pull Ins (not sure of name)
3x15

Well, it's been 2 days in the gym daycare so far, & all is well! I time it up so she's napping when I go. We'll see if that continues to work.

This has allowed me to get in regular WOs. WooHoo. I feel awesome. I still feel soft so I'm workin' on it. I think I have a mini-goal of reaching 155. If I do by Sun, I'll buy a new piece of WO clothing when mom comes to visit.

Another mini-goal which is bugging me is my wedding rings not fitting. I would really love to get them on again. They keep getting stuck on my knuckle.

Tomorrow is my 6 wk ob/gyn check-up. I hope all is well, mostly for my husband's sake ;^) I wouldn't mind being approved for "action either. Haha

twinnett · 11-06-2008, 07:41 PM

Hey Sasha...looks like you're getting back in the groove!!

SNSTerp79 · 11-07-2008, 10:41 AM

Friday activity:
20 mins Lat Bun & Thigh Machine (semi new cool gym machine)
*switched arm positions ea 5 mins to hit diff lower body angles

Chest & Back

DB Chest Press
3x12 X 20's
Alt w/
1 Arm DB Row
3x12 X 20

Freemotion Chest Press
3x8 X 35
Alt w/
Wide Grip Lat Pull Down
3x12 X 40

Machine Pec Fly
3x12 X 55
Alt w/
Machine Rear Delt
3x12 X 40
*had to take a break in last set

My goodness... I finally remembered to bring my MP3 player. What a difference! I was in my own personal music video. I think it really helped me power through.

The DOMS really hit my LB last night. I started to walk like I just got off a horse, & I almost fell onto the toilet when I went to sit down. TMI I know, but y'all know we love that feeling ;^)

Buffycat3 · 11-08-2008, 04:59 AM

Awww cute avi of Maya!

Yay for Sasha!
I bet your workouts are feeling quite 'refreshing', huh?

That new machine does sound cool.
...and don't worry about tmi with the toilet story....I for one love to share in the pain.
And Pain=Muscle Growth!!

Hugs to Maya!