I am juggernaut 2014: Bombshell7

[Bombshell7]

Hi, Fellow Juggernauts!

My name is Michelle. This is my first Juggernaut Challenge ever..and I'm super EXCITED! First, a little bit about me and why I joined: I am a married mother of 5 children. Health and fitness have always been a huge part of my life. I played sports growing up...everything from softball, track, etc. to cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance. However, after getting married, having 5 kids, and working a demanding, full-time job (on your feet 10+ hours w/no break!), fitness fell down on the priority list. Until recently, when I decided to head back to the gym. BOY, am I glad I did! I'm feeling so much better mentally and physically!

By getting back to the gym, I was also exposed to many positive, uplifting people with a similiar mindset who pushed me further than I realized I could go! One of the most notable forces I came to know is Betsy Lane! She is one of the most AMAZING people I have ever encountered..and she is a JUGGERNAUT! By her constant motivation, uplifting words, and willingness to always take time to help others, I was completely inspired! Not to mention, her work ethic, persistence, determination, and upbeat swagger at the gym. If this is a JUGGERNAUT, than I want in!

Wishing everyone HUGH SUCCESS on their 90 day journey!! Happy Lifting!!

[ezericw]

Welcome Michelle, 5 kids wow! We have 4, all older now and we have 3 Grandchildren. Best of luck reaching your goals!

[Bombshell7]

Hey, Eric! Thanks for the kind words of encouragement! Wish you lots of success on your journey, too!

[JohnButz]

Welcome!

[WildBill22]

Welcome Michelle! 5 Children and a full time job - I can see how fitness would take a back seat. Are all your kids grown now? Also welcome to the 40+ Juggernaut Group

[Bombshell7]

Welcome Michelle! 5 Children and a full time job - I can see how fitness would take a back seat. Are all your kids grown now? Also welcome to the 40+ Juggernaut Group

Hi, Bill! I have two in college, two in high school, and one in second grade! Actually, my daughter has been doing cardio with me after school. And the family has been eating healthier because I'm only making healthy foods, i.e. grilled chicken, broccoli, and wild rice. Both older children are very active in sports and weight lifting because of my example.

Thanks for the warm welcome to the 40+ Juggernaut Crew! It's a pleasure!

[Bombshell7]

Welcome!

Thanks, John! Looking forward to all the great guidance and information from you and "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen".

[melalicious]

Hi, Fellow Juggernauts!

My name is Michelle. This is my first Juggernaut Challenge ever..and I'm super EXCITED! First, a little bit about me and why I joined: I am a married mother of 5 children. Health and fitness have always been a huge part of my life. I played sports growing up...everything from softball, track, etc. to cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance. However, after getting married, having 5 kids, and working a demanding, full-time job (on your feet 10+ hours w/no break!), fitness fell down on the priority list. Until recently, when I decided to head back to the gym. BOY, am I glad I did! I'm feeling so much better mentally and physically!

By getting back to the gym, I was also exposed to many positive, uplifting people with a similiar mindset who pushed me further than I realized I could go! One of the most notable forces I came to know is Betsy Lane! She is one of the most AMAZING people I have ever encountered..and she is a JUGGERNAUT! By her constant motivation, uplifting words, and willingness to always take time to help others, I was completely inspired! Not to mention, her work ethic, persistence, determination, and upbeat swagger at the gym. If this is a JUGGERNAUT, than I want in!

Wishing everyone HUGH SUCCESS on their 90 day journey!! Happy Lifting!!

Welcome to the challenge Michelle!!! So very happy to have you on board!!!

[sohei]

Welcome to the Juggernaut Nation! Best of luck.

[kconnell]

Welcome to the challenge Michelle!

[Bombshell7]

Welcome to the challenge Michelle!!! So very happy to have you on board!!!

Thanks Marilyn! And congrats on your win in 2012~ You're truly an inspiration! Loved your before and after pics in your recent post!
Keep up the awesome work!

[Bombshell7]

Welcome to the challenge Michelle!

Thanks, Keith! I welcome your guidance and advice regarding my logs more interesting with pics, etc. Thanks!!!

[GymGirl38]

Congrats for signing up Michelle! I love your upbeat attitude! Wishing you continued success! ~erin

[Bombshell7]

Congrats for signing up Michelle! I love your upbeat attitude! Wishing you continued success! ~erin

Hi, Erin! Thanks for the kind words! I had the opportunity to read your thread, and you sure are kicking a##! Keep up the good work!
I'm routing for you! I'll be sure to stop by and post this time...(I'm just getting the hang of it! LOL) Best Wishes, Michelle

[Bombshell7]

WORKOUT: Program 3 - Tone-Her Time (5xs/week)

LEGS -
LYING LEG CURLS - 4 X 12
WALKING LUNGES- 4 X 12
SMITH MACHINE SQUATS - 3 X 10

CHEST/SHOULDERS -
MACHINE PRESS - 3 x 12
INCLINE DB PRESS -3 x 10
CABLE FLYS - 2 x 20
SIDE LATERALS - 4 x 10
FRONT RAISES - 3 x 12
REAR DELT MACHINE - 3 x 15 (slow neg)

BACK-
WIDE GRIP PULL DOWNS - 5 x 10
SEATED CLOSE GRIP PULLS - 4 x 10
DB ROWS - 3 X 10
STRAIGHT ARM PULL DOWNS - 2 x 15

ARMS -
STANDING DB CURL - 25 reps, (increase wt.) 12 reps, (increase wt.) 6 reps, drop wt. 12 more reps
STRAIGHT BAR CURL - 25 reps, " " " "
ONE ARM CONCENTRATED CURL - 3 x 15
OVERHEAD DB EXT - 25/12/6/12
LYING TRICEP EXT - 25/12/6/12
ROPE TRICEP PRESSDOWNS - 3 X 15

PLYO --
BOX SQUAT JUMPS - 3 X 20
STEP UPS- 3 X 20
WALL SQUATS- - 2 sets (30 sec)
TUCK JUMPS- 3 X 30
LATERAL BOUNDS- 3 X 20
BODY SQUATS -2 X 20

CARIO --
30 min. High Intensity (T25 Alpha)

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DIET/NUTRITION

Day 1: Tuesday 1/7/14 - 120/125/30 Macro (includes egg white omelet w/salsa, chicken/broccoli/brown rice)
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DAILY SUPPLEMENTS:

[WAITING FOR MY IL STACK.....WHICH INCLUDES JUGGERNAUT HP, INFINITE FORCE BCAA, AND FINAL CUT]

CLA - 3 gm/day
Green Tea Extract - 4 gm
Evening Primrose Oil - 2000 mg
Multi-vitamin -1/day

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I completed the above workout on Tuesday, 1/7/14, and felt AWESOME. Completely stoked to be in Jugger Nation!

[Bombshell7]

Day 2: Workout/Nutrition/Supplements

WORKOUT (Program 3 - Tone-Her Time/refer to Day 1, full body workout 5xs/wk)

CARDIO - 30 min. high intensity (T25 Alpha)
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DIET/NUTRITION

Day 2: Wednesday, 1/8/14 - 120/125/30 Macros (includes egg white omelet w/salsa, chicken w/vegs/brown rice)
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DAILY SUPPLEMENTS:

[WAITING FOR IL STACK] Refer to Day 1

Same as Day 1
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Completed Program 3. Still pretty sore from yesterday. Felt like I was running a little on steam. Can't wait for the pre-workout supplement
to come in! Hoping it well give me more energy to blast thru this workout! I pretty new to supplements in general, but pretty excited to
try them out. Especially if it will improve workout and results! Box jumps gave me a little run for my money today, but I got them in. Sitting
on the other hand (after it was over), was quite another story....Ouch! LOL

[Credz]

Subbed!

[Bombshell7]

Subbed!

Thanks for your support and encouragement! Have a great day!

[WildBill22]

Completed Program 3. Still pretty sore from yesterday. Felt like I was running a little on steam. Can't wait for the pre-workout supplement
to come in! Hoping it well give me more energy to blast thru this workout! I pretty new to supplements in general, but pretty excited to
try them out. Especially if it will improve workout and results! Box jumps gave me a little run for my money today, but I got them in. Sitting
on the other hand (after it was over), was quite another story....Ouch! LOL

Looking at your Macros 120/125/30 That's not much for the workouts you are doing (5x a week + cardio) - might explain why you felt you were running on steam. Those macros appear to be somebody on a extreme cut - 1250 calories. Personally I would like to see you bump up to 120/175/40 - 1540 calories if you want to cut and 120/225/50 - 1830 calories if you are in maintenance. Just my opinion. A lot of people get caught in the trap of cutting macros way too much - I have seen this a lot. Just my opinion - you can play with your macros and see how you feel. Everyone is different and you have to find what's best for you - but it's great your tracking your macros!!

[sohei]

In agreement with WildBill, the macro count looks low but, if it works for you, hoorah. I'm sure once you add in the Juggernaut HP you'll be running on more than steam. That's a helluva workout, esp 5 times a week. Keep rockin out Juggersis!

[balls2dawalls]

Welcome to the challenge. You are one busy bee, but I'm glad you rekindled your passion for fitness and feel much better because of it. Betsy is one awesome fitchick. Good luck in the challenge and much success!

Hi, Fellow Juggernauts!

My name is Michelle. This is my first Juggernaut Challenge ever..and I'm super EXCITED! First, a little bit about me and why I joined: I am a married mother of 5 children. Health and fitness have always been a huge part of my life. I played sports growing up...everything from softball, track, etc. to cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance. However, after getting married, having 5 kids, and working a demanding, full-time job (on your feet 10+ hours w/no break!), fitness fell down on the priority list. Until recently, when I decided to head back to the gym. BOY, am I glad I did! I'm feeling so much better mentally and physically!

By getting back to the gym, I was also exposed to many positive, uplifting people with a similiar mindset who pushed me further than I realized I could go! One of the most notable forces I came to know is Betsy Lane! She is one of the most AMAZING people I have ever encountered..and she is a JUGGERNAUT! By her constant motivation, uplifting words, and willingness to always take time to help others, I was completely inspired! Not to mention, her work ethic, persistence, determination, and upbeat swagger at the gym. If this is a JUGGERNAUT, than I want in!

Wishing everyone HUGH SUCCESS on their 90 day journey!! Happy Lifting!!

[Bombshell7]

Looking at your Macros 120/125/30 That's not much for the workouts you are doing (5x a week + cardio) - might explain why you felt you were running on steam. Those macros appear to be somebody on a extreme cut - 1250 calories. Personally I would like to see you bump up to 120/175/40 - 1540 calories if you want to cut and 120/225/50 - 1830 calories if you are in maintenance. Just my opinion. A lot of people get caught in the trap of cutting macros way too much - I have seen this a lot. Just my opinion - you can play with your macros and see how you feel. Everyone is different and you have to find what's best for you - but it's great your tracking your macros!!

Hi, Bill! I appreciate you taking the time out to help me. I'll take it into consideration. I got this diet and training routine from my Personal Trainer. It is geared to a Bikini Fitness Model work protocol. Right now, the protein (120) and Fat (30) remain the same each day, and the carbs vary each day, i.e. 150 Friday, 125 Sat., 125 Sun., 150 Mon., 125 Tues., 120 Wed., and 120 Thurs. along with 30-35 min cardio each day. But I'm thinking you may be right!

[Bombshell7]

In agreement with WildBill, the macro count looks low but, if it works for you, hoorah. I'm sure once you add in the Juggernaut HP you'll be running on more than steam. That's a helluva workout, esp 5 times a week. Keep rockin out Juggersis!

Yes, I agree, Tank. While keeping protein at 120, and Fat at 30, it seems my personal trainer has the Carbs varying from 150 to 125 to 120 to 100, depending on the day of the week. Beats the heck out of me...I just figured he was carb cycling (whatever that means!! Hahha)

Have a great day! BTW, you and your buddy, Deadbolt, are AWESOME to follow! So entertaining and informative. Keep up the great effort!

[Bombshell7]

Welcome to the challenge. You are one busy bee, but I'm glad you rekindled your passion for fitness and feel much better because of it. Betsy is one awesome fitchick. Good luck in the challenge and much success!

Hey, Manuel! Greatly appreciate you stopping by! Great to hear from you! You're uplifting words made my day...and YES, Betsy Lane rocks! BTW, I was checking out your transformation, back from 2012 till now....LOOKING GOOD! Keep up the good work! People like you certainly inspire us Rookies!!

[kennknee]

Thanks, John! Looking forward to all the great guidance and information from you and "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen".

We are here to help you with anything. Questions about the challenge, questions about workouts, questions about diet. In fact, we have an entire team of Elite Athletes, IFBB Pro's, and us Reps to help all of you! Welcome to JUGG NATION!

[Bombshell7]

We are here to help you with anything. Questions about the challenge, questions about workouts, questions about diet. In fact, we have an entire team of Elite Athletes, IFBB Pro's, and us Reps to help all of you! Welcome to JUGG NATION!

I genuinely appreciate your warm welcome. It's truly AMAZING how cool it is in this challenge that anyone helps each other. That is exactly why I joined! It feels great to be part of such an outstanding family! I will be definitely taking you up on your offer. For starters, I have no idea how to post pics or videos on my thread. I'm hoping I'm doing everything right as far as content on my log. I was feeling a little overwhelmed at first, but I figure I'll just take it one step at a time, and keep asking questions LOL! Have a great day! And thanks again! ;}

[russianlove18]

Welcone!!! Please don't hesitate to ask if you have questions. We were all new to this challenge once!!

[Bombshell7]

Day 3: Workout/Nutrition/Supplements (1/9/14)

WORKOUT (Program 3 - Tone-Her Time/refer to Day 1, full body workout 5xs/wk)

PLYO -16 Sets
BOX SQUAT JUMPS - 3 x 20
STEP UPS - 3 x 20
WALL SQUATS- 2 sets (30 sec.)
TUCK JUMPS - 3 x 30
LATERAL BOUNDS - 3 x 20
BODY SQUATS - 2 x 20

NO CARDIO TODAY - Body still adjusting to new regiment
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DIET/NUTRITION

Day 3: Thursday, 1/9/14 - 120/100/30 Macros (includes egg white omelet w/salsa, rye toast, lean steak w/vegs/brown rice; grilled chicken salad)
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DAILY SUPPLEMENTS:

IL STACK (finally came TODAY!!! YAY!!!!)

JUGGERNAUT HP (Crimson Punch)
INFINITE FORCE (Watermelon) 10 grams BCAA
FINAL CUT

Same as Day 1 (And adding: Fish Oil 3/g/day)
1/2 gallon water (working my way up to a gallon)
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Had to break my workout in the gym down to two sessions due to family obligations and time constraints. Completed entire Program 3 workout. Received my IL STACK today, and raced back to the gym to complete the second-half of my session. WOW!!! What a difference! Using the supplements really gave me a hugh PUMP! I smoked the workout with energy to spare. Although, in all honesty, my body is still adjusting to this grueling schedule, and really need to work on getting more water and more rest!

[Credz]

Day 3 and kicking butt . Getting your supp packages are always like Christmas! Haha

[Lanithroe]

Awesome! An other juggernaut to help motivate and inspire the masses! Show the world how it's done my sister in iron.