June 1 2015 Full Picture Thread/Discussion

[Jodie10]

I'm getting a boob job! 😜

I'm considering getting one for reasons similar to yours. Let us know how you are and how the surgery goes, best wishes for a speedy recovery so you can get back to work on the shoulders ASAP.

[Cass40]

I didn't bulk anywhere near long enough. I can already tell that I'm soft. Well, I knew it though so can't complain. At least I had fun eating...

[rockangel]

So I took some "before" pics today… Yikes! So here's what I look like when my diet goes off the grid for over a year. I've got some work to do. I'm hoping there is more muscle under there… I guess I'll know when I get lean enough. Surgery is on Monday Diet won't officially start until the end of March or beginning of April.

I think you look fantastic!! Its going to be so fun watching your journey... good luck with the surgery too!

[rockangel]

First let me set the record straight and say that I have NEVER been uncomfortable with my breast size. My issue is with the shape/firmness. Have you seen or do you have any experience with a post-pregnancy post-breastfeeding breast? Imagine a taut-skinned 25 y/o C-cup-sized boob. Now inflate that C to a D when pregnancy happens. Further inflate that D to a DD when breast milk comes in. Then, after being sucked dry by a newborn or two, that breast tissue (in some cases) atrophies to a point where there is only enough left to technically be a B cup… that is still encased in the SKIN that used to be a DD. We are talking bean bags that are only 1/4 filled with beans. I'm not trying to look like Dolly Parton here… I just want to be able to run through my living room naked without having propeller action going on on my chest. I'd like to be able to get on stage in a competition one day without having to wrap my boobs in duct tape so they don't accidentally ooze out of the side of my suit. Yes, I do know some women who got breast implants because they were official members of the itty bitty titty committee. However, most of the women I know do it for the same reason as I am… to "fix" the damage that was done.

^^ok… you might be sorry you asked!

This was also my main reasons as well. In my 20's I had PERFECT breasts. They were perky, perfect shape and size for my body. I said I would NEVER get a boob job...... and then i had kids. And then i changed body composition as well and carry way less fat in my chest than anywhere else. Boobs for me were the first place to go.

I was also tired of getting mistaken for being a little kid. I know my height plays a role in that but my boobage did too.

And i was tired of buying the bras with a foot of padding and then having to add the chicken cutlets into it, often wearing 2 bras at a time to get cleavage... its just so tiring. And then taking all that off and feeling like you look like shyte in that area.

All i asked my doc to do was "fill er' up" and everyone who has seen me in real life says they fit with my body. Either way I am MUCH happier with the look.

LMFAO, that was funny....My wife's reasoning as well....To your post above, I told her I'm fine with them as is, but if she wants them because of being "uncomfortable" she's the one wearing them, she earned them having and feeding the kids, so look into it if she wants them and find a good surgeon. It wouldn't matter to me either way,..(and it wouldn't srs). I can only imagine that would be an uncomfortable process overall in terms of soreness & recovery,so it's not like it's a snap decision.

My husband says the same. But he is definitely not complaining about coming home to bigger ones either

The recovery isnt that bad really. I was off all pain meds in 3 days. No it should never be a snap decision, but recovery was not as bad as I had feared. And i am a total weenie when i know something is going to hurt... however, its no where NEAR what child birth was... so its all relative.

I really thought I'd join but I made the mistake of reading all the posts.

After seeing all the ladies' "fat" pictures (i.e. before) I realized this is completely out of my league

I am no where near low body fat so dont let anyones progress worry you. Many of us have been doing this for years and we all have differeing goals and starting point.s Just do you

NO, absolutely not out of your league.

Like Cass said, fat is just a word we toss around to say we carry more fat that we would like. And our goals are all different. Some ladies on here are competitors (Like Kimm, Angel, Stephanie, Dieselmom and Simpy) while others just want to look a little better (my real goal is actually walking without a limp!)

For the record, I just looked at your profane pics and you look fine as is already! Please stay We are all in this together!

I dont even consider myself a "competitor" really. While i have competed, i dont think i ever looked good enough to consider myself a competitor. But Im sure going to try!

And I really find your story and progress inspiring!

All right, I'm in

Good to see you change your mind and looking forward to seeing your journey!




After talking to my trainers over the last few days about the dexa results, we all agree its time to start losing fat.

Im really excited and to see how i look at the end. Having the dexa done has given me more focus since i know where i am and where i need to go.

Starting Macros:
130p/115c/35f

All you tall people get way more foodz and weight than me! I dont know how many times i get told to "not lose weight" because im at 117lbs.... taller people just dont get that short people need to weigh less, especially if you wanna be leaner than 31%

My coaches would like to bring body fat down, then go into a building phase again at some point. so this is definitely a process. Dont know about competeing, we are just going to train, diet and see what i look like.

My diet is really going to need to tighten up to meet the new macros. Usually on build mode i am more lax about the foods since i try and get a mental break from the fat loss mode. But now its on like donkey kong!! Laser focus is engaged!

[bodyhard]

First let me set the record straight and say that I have NEVER been uncomfortable with my breast size. My issue is with the shape/firmness. Have you seen or do you have any experience with a post-pregnancy post-breastfeeding breast? Imagine a taut-skinned 25 y/o C-cup-sized boob. Now inflate that C to a D when pregnancy happens. Further inflate that D to a DD when breast milk comes in. Then, after being sucked dry by a newborn or two, that breast tissue (in some cases) atrophies to a point where there is only enough left to technically be a B cup… that is still encased in the SKIN that used to be a DD. We are talking bean bags that are only 1/4 filled with beans. I'm not trying to look like Dolly Parton here… I just want to be able to run through my living room naked without having propeller action going on on my chest. I'd like to be able to get on stage in a competition one day without having to wrap my boobs in duct tape so they don't accidentally ooze out of the side of my suit. Yes, I do know some women who got breast implants because they were official members of the itty bitty titty committee. However, most of the women I know do it for the same reason as I am… to "fix" the damage that was done.

^^ok… you might be sorry you asked!

LOL no not sorry I asked, but have a question, so are your boobs going to be bigger or smaller??? cause I have no idea what you are talking about!

[bodyhard]

I really thought I'd join but I made the mistake of reading all the posts.

After seeing all the ladies' "fat" pictures (i.e. before) I realized this is completely out of my league

Hell no! The only person you need to concern yourself with is yourself, never EVER compare yourself to anyone, you will always be better than some and worse than others, it is just how it is. Even the best get beat.

[MilaGroski]

Greetings, I am 40, competing in Provincials in May. Masters Bikini - then to Nationals if I am lucky. Qualified last year but wanted more off-season time to work.

I will post an off-season pic shortly, no cam at the moment. Just started prep.

Cheers. Fawn Lavonne

[ms_mac]

I am bulking right now. Indefinitely at this point... Is this just for those who are shredding?

[stephanielynn76]

I think you look fantastic!! Its going to be so fun watching your journey... good luck with the surgery too!

Thanks so much rockangel… After 18 months of "fatness" I'm curious as hell what's under here!

LMFAO, that was funny....My wife's reasoning as well....To your post above, I told her I'm fine with them as is, but if she wants them because of being "uncomfortable" she's the one wearing them, she earned them having and feeding the kids, so look into it if she wants them and find a good surgeon. It wouldn't matter to me either way,..(and it wouldn't srs). I can only imagine that would be an uncomfortable process overall in terms of soreness & recovery,so it's not like it's a snap decision.

My husband said the same thing. He didn't care either way. He says, "Well it doesn't bother me…" and I'm like… "Well it bothers ME!" I know there will be pain and recovery but it will be temporary and hopefully worth it!

All right, I'm in

Yay!!! I'm glad you're going to participate!

I'm considering getting one for reasons similar to yours. Let us know how you are and how the surgery goes, best wishes for a speedy recovery so you can get back to work on the shoulders ASAP.

Thanks so much! I will let you know how it goes! My biggest fear is losing any progress I've made on these shoulders! LOL

LOL no not sorry I asked, but have a question, so are your boobs going to be bigger or smaller??? cause I have no idea what you are talking about!

They will end up bigger than they are right now… but not bigger than they were in the past. All we are really doing is filling up the skin...

Greetings, I am 40, competing in Provincials in May. Masters Bikini - then to Nationals if I am lucky. Qualified last year but wanted more off-season time to work.

I will post an off-season pic shortly, no cam at the moment. Just started prep.

Cheers. Fawn Lavonne

Welcome!

I am bulking right now. Indefinitely at this point... Is this just for those who are shredding?

ms_mac!!! Nice to see you!

[kimm4]

All right, I'm in

Great to have you!

Greetings, I am 40, competing in Provincials in May. Masters Bikini - then to Nationals if I am lucky. Qualified last year but wanted more off-season time to work.

I will post an off-season pic shortly, no cam at the moment. Just started prep.

Cheers. Fawn Lavonne

Welcome and good luck with prep!

I am bulking right now. Indefinitely at this point... Is this just for those who are shredding?

It can be whatever personal goal you have at the moment. Nice to see you!

[MilaGroski]

I'm just leaving bulk myself. 6 mos was fun but now time to start shredding! Thanks for the welcome

[ms_mac]

Okay, I'm in then. Here's some pics that were taken the end of Nov. Is that recent enough, or do I need to retake today?

[Corbi]

Considering a boob job myself, just think if I had my own set I would never have to leave the house



Down 11 lbs so far and it's been a rough start, usually losing weight is no issue but for some reason this time it's harder for me mentally. Was really tempted yesterday after the funeral they had a ton of food and there was a huge table full of deserts, cookies, brownies, peanut butter pie, etc and I had absolutely nothing and it damn near killed me.

[silverlightning]

Considering a boob job myself, just think if I had my own set I would never have to leave the house



Down 11 lbs so far and it's been a rough start, usually losing weight is no issue but for some reason this time it's harder for me mentally. Was really tempted yesterday after the funeral they had a ton of food and there was a huge table full of deserts, cookies, brownies, peanut butter pie, etc and I had absolutely nothing and it damn near killed me.

the mind messes with you always at the wrong time. i feel the time between noon and 6 is the hardest to stay on track.

[frozensparky]

I'm just leaving bulk myself. 6 mos was fun but now time to start shredding! Thanks for the welcome

I just realized from your sig you competed up here in Fort St John last year. I was in that same show. The red head that promotes it also owns the gym I go to and is a friend of mine.

[CathyVee]

I saw Kimm4's post in the female section and have been debating getting in on this. I need a bit of motivation right now so I'm in! I'll post pictures later.

[MilaGroski]

I had a pretty decent bulk. This is me at 136lbs after refeed off-season. My bf has stayed pretty low.

Last year I competed at 123lbs stage weight, I am sure I will have a good 5lbs or more of muscle for this season.

The other two pics are off-season bulk 2013 and 2014 stage. I am really learning to lean bulk.

[mcbourque]

Welcome to all the new comers

So many fit ladies - that's inspiring

Saw 121 on my scale today (well 121.6!) finally!!!

That's roughly 0.5lbs a week at 1600-1650 on 2 weeks on IF so I'll stick with the plan for now

[ms_mac]

Took some photos today - here it is..






There is about a 5lb difference in these pics. Only real change I see is the color of my hair.

[Plateauplower]

Ms.mac the different poses makes it hard to tell much difference, but your arms, shoulders and back look amazing in the last pic of your ealier post. Obviously working hard.

Amazing, lots of women obviously not shy about hitting the weights in here.

Congrats mcB

[HeatherH4ever]

Considering a boob job myself, just think if I had my own set I would never have to leave the house

LOL!

Nah. You're perfect now why mess with it.

[so-tex]

I'm getting a boob job! 😜

I'm getting a cawk job. Need to lose a couple of inches.

[MissHolly]

I'm getting a cawk job. Need to lose a couple of inches.

First-world problems

[so-tex]

First-world problems

I'm telling ya. It ain't easy being me.

[stephanielynn76]

I'm getting a cawk job. Need to lose a couple of inches.

... said no man ever...

[Cass40]

I'm getting a cawk job. Need to lose a couple of inches.

We will be waiting before and after pictures!

[mcbourque]

I'm telling ya. It ain't easy being me.

Honestly, Cass will be mad at me but I had to google that!

[MilaGroski]

Awesome! What class were you in? That is an awesome show and Jen is great

[Cass40]

Honestly, Cass will be mad at me but I had to google that!

Lol you googled cawk??

[mcbourque]

Lol you googled cawk??

Uh Yahh! How else can I keep up with you all