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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 16, 2011 14:07:31 GMT -5
lol! You can do eet!
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Post by Chal™ on Sept 16, 2011 14:09:48 GMT -5
nah. In addition to means extra. I'm not at "extra" yet. lol
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 18, 2011 10:59:29 GMT -5
I've been working out consistently-cardio (steady state and HIIT) and strength training. I don't know how much i weigh, just that I wanna drop a few pounds and tone up. And be more fit overall. I can see some difference already. Arms are getting cut and the muscle definition in my legs is great-tho that wasn't a goal, as my legs have always been muscular. Oh yea, I went party dress shopping yesterday and slid into the cutest little tube top dress with absolute ease and looked fab in it-probably could have gone a size down ;D. Will actually weigh and take some measurements this week. People go from telling me that I look fine and am already small/skinny to telling me that I got chubby  . (Was a size 2, now sometimes a size 6) Anyway, I am not listening to people. I am only 5'2"...so maintaining a healthy weight is crucial as there is not much wiggle room when you're short with a naturally small frame. Also, I believe that everyone has a weight/size at which their body feels good and comfy. I don't think I am at mine, and I believe that it will only get more difficult as I get older. So, I am completely and totally committed to getting that in order. Plus I just want to be fit (former 3-season athlete) and healthy (too many chronic diseases running around in my fam). I am at the point where I actually like running and I look forward to it. (This is a lifelong asthmatic who had a bout of pneumonia only 9 months ago speaking.) I got my little sis on board, and she is dropping weight and has come a LONG way as far as endurance & fitness. It has been a GREAT journey! |
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Post by Chal™ on Sept 18, 2011 20:00:27 GMT -5
Great stuff, Diva!!! Wishing you the best!!
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 19, 2011 7:35:52 GMT -5
ok, ok. I just learned about this stuff called Miracle Noodles ( miraclenoodles.com )
Apparently, it's made from some kinda plant fiber and it's completely calorie free. I can only imagine that this being far too good to be true as it is, it must like eff up your chromosomes or make your hair fall out or some such! I mean I am so intrigued and yet so incredulous at the same time. That said, I'm pretty sure I need to try this, lol. Please have a look at the site and share your thoughts!
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Post by Rare_Commodity on Sept 19, 2011 8:15:07 GMT -5
@ Diva-that's awesome. Keep it up!
Miracle Noodles huh...well I read some of the online reviews and they seem ummm safe and they said they actually taste decent. I'm a product junkie I may just order me some packs...I'll keep researching.
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Post by Chal™ on Sept 19, 2011 13:57:13 GMT -5
Good thing i didn't do the Fazzoli's. That gave me options yesterday.
#win
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Post by Rare_Commodity on Sept 22, 2011 10:11:46 GMT -5
Being doing good. Hvaen't weigh myself but I can definately tell I have lost some inches & lbs! Yea. Another round of cleansing next week. I know when I get these braces on I am surely to drop of few more lbs.
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 26, 2011 6:35:37 GMT -5
Shout out to all my Big Losers and #teamfit folks! We makin moves!
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Post by Gee-Are on Sept 28, 2011 11:46:15 GMT -5
I was a lot nervous about this 2 week work travel binge I was on, because I knew I had blown a lot of my progress. I actually lost a pound, so I feel good about that. Now I have to get back into workout mode and keep it going.
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 28, 2011 11:55:32 GMT -5
Do THAT, Ghost!
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Post by ReignMan19 on Sept 28, 2011 13:54:45 GMT -5
I did some jogging on Monday but haven't seen the gym in a long time.. don't think I will be seeing it today either... #teamto'up
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 28, 2011 18:40:58 GMT -5
I haven't jogged since Monday. Tomorrow (weather-permitting) I will go hard and double up - morning run and evening run.
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 28, 2011 18:47:39 GMT -5
BTW: Adidas miCoach is theee TRUTH!
For all you Droid, I-phone, and BlackBerry users, download this FREE app. It helps you to track your (cardio) progress, creates workout plans for you, and coaches you toward your goals and based on your fitness level. Did I mention that it is FREE.99???
I believe that it was created to rival the Nike Plus app which is NOT FREE. Just give it a try. It has definitely motivated me.
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 29, 2011 8:34:39 GMT -5
Nice! Thanks!
Speaking of motivation, I finally replaced the batt'ries in my scale this AM. 40 lbs down since I started the journey in April! Super hype
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Post by Chal™ on Sept 29, 2011 8:36:41 GMT -5
Great Job, Leja!!!
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 29, 2011 8:42:47 GMT -5
Thanks mamacita!
I'm on a very strict diet right now but I look forward to getting back in the gym (I alternate: diet for loss/exercise for maintenance). When I get back from my trip, I'm gonna meet up with my trainer and do a couple weeks just to get back in the swing of things and take it myself for the rest of the year. Pretty sure I'll be starting Insanity after Thanksgiving. Some ladies in my congregation are having great results with it.
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Post by Chal™ on Sept 29, 2011 9:19:58 GMT -5
Wow! I'm so very proud of you. Makes me want to kick it up a few notches.
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 29, 2011 9:27:02 GMT -5
Nice! Thanks! Speaking of motivation, I finally replaced the batt'ries in my scale this AM. 40 lbs down since I started the journey in April! Super hype WOW...congrats! |
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 29, 2011 9:35:20 GMT -5
Besides the fact that my calves were burning and trying to cramp up by mile 1.5, today's workout was sooo NOT challenging. I have to make some adjustments.
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 29, 2011 9:37:21 GMT -5
^^ I call that a challenge, lol. I put "run a mile outdoors" on my 30 before 30 list. I might get out on the track this fall
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 29, 2011 9:44:45 GMT -5
^^ I call that a challenge, lol. I put "run a mile outdoors" on my 30 before 30 list. I might get out on the track this fall I went from barely being able to get around the track once (.25mi) to running 1, then 2, and then up to 3.2 non-stop within the space of no more than 3 weeks. I realized the battle was all in my head and once I won that fight, my body would more than cooperate. I had to stop at 2miles today tho so I am bummed. I was aiming for 4 miles by the end of next week. I think that taking off 2 consecutive days during the week (Tues/Wed...not done on purpose) set me back. I don't know. I despise treadmill running. |
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 29, 2011 9:46:23 GMT -5
Leja...what exactly is your current workout (and diet) if you don't mind sharing? I mean, you done lost 40 pounds in 5 months. SHARE!
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Post by Chal™ on Sept 29, 2011 10:07:45 GMT -5
RIGHT!!
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Post by Gee-Are on Sept 29, 2011 10:33:02 GMT -5
Nice! Thanks! Speaking of motivation, I finally replaced the batt'ries in my scale this AM. 40 lbs down since I started the journey in April! Super hype That's GREAT! Do your thang! So was this like going from durablecell to duracell? or nicad to lithium? What was the specifics of the battery change? >>>>feeling motivated to start the "replace the batteries in your scale" plan too... |
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 29, 2011 12:39:29 GMT -5
lol. The batteries were low. Jacking up my readings. I went to the store and bought new ones.
40 pounds in 5 months sounds crazy, but it isn't. 2lbs a week is normal weight loss, lol.
I did a 23-day course of the hcG diet in April and I'm on day 16 of another. I normally net about 15 lbs each time. When I'm not dieting, I try to get about 1500 cals/day in the form of 3 proteins, 3 fruits, 4 veggies, 4 starches, 2 dairy and 2 fats. At least 70 oz of water daily.
Because I have a tendency to eat like a hostage on weekends, I juice-fast most Mondays. If I've had a deviant week (which ALWAYS happens in New Orleans), I'll do a cleanse when I return.
My workout is nothing fancy, just cardio (elliptical/treadmill/Zumba, etc.)4-5 days/wk and weight training once or twice a week. I try to break up the monotony with a random bootcamp or kettlebell session here and there.
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Post by Gee-Are on Sept 29, 2011 12:51:02 GMT -5
lol. The batteries were low. Jacking up my readings. I went to the store and bought new ones. 40 pounds in 5 months sounds crazy, but it isn't. 2lbs a week is normal weight loss, lol. I did a 23-day course of the hcG diet in April and I'm on day 16 of another. I normally net about 15 lbs each time. When I'm not dieting, I try to get about 1500 cals/day in the form of 3 proteins, 3 fruits, 4 veggies, 4 starches, 2 dairy and 2 fats. At least 70 oz of water daily. Because I have a tendency to eat like a hostage on weekends, I juice-fast most Mondays. If I've had a deviant week (which ALWAYS happens in New Orleans), I'll do a cleanse when I return. My workout is nothing fancy, just cardio (elliptical/treadmill/Zumba, etc.)4-5 days/wk and weight training once or twice a week. I try to break up the monotony with a random bootcamp or kettlebell session here and there. I have a group of co-workers who did the HcG thing men and women. I never understood it. Folks were passing out because they weren't eating, and as a dude I just can't see myself putting a pregnant woman's hormones in my system. It just seems off. |
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Post by LejaOMG on Sept 29, 2011 13:04:38 GMT -5
Honestly, I don't usually recommend it to folks because I agree, it's sorta off. It's a good amount of stress on your body and I certainly don't think it's anything one should do long-term. IDK about your coworkers passing out & ish, they were doing it wrong (not taking their vitamins, over-exerting themselves etc). It was a good option for ME (and my doctor approved...actually she recommended it) and I've seen good results. Like anything, you really need to do your research. Something as important as your physical health shouldn't be left to anecdotes and bandwagons.
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 29, 2011 15:16:40 GMT -5
Okay, cool thanks for the info. I know a bunch of folks currently on or who have recently done the HCG diet. All have lost LOTS of weight.
I think it is a productive option if a person has 20+ pounds to lose, tho the 500 calories per day thing scares me. I know of 1 person who (I think) lost too much and looks a little crazy.
Although 2 pounds per week is normal healthy weightloss, many people find difficulties keeping up that rate of loss over an extended period of time.
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Post by 123Diva on Sept 29, 2011 15:17:54 GMT -5
lol. The batteries were low. Jacking up my readings. I went to the store and bought new ones. 40 pounds in 5 months sounds crazy, but it isn't. 2lbs a week is normal weight loss, lol. I did a 23-day course of the hcG diet in April and I'm on day 16 of another. I normally net about 15 lbs each time. When I'm not dieting, I try to get about 1500 cals/day in the form of 3 proteins, 3 fruits, 4 veggies, 4 starches, 2 dairy and 2 fats. At least 70 oz of water daily. Because I have a tendency to eat like a hostage on weekends, I juice-fast most Mondays. If I've had a deviant week (which ALWAYS happens in New Orleans), I'll do a cleanse when I return. My workout is nothing fancy, just cardio (elliptical/treadmill/Zumba, etc.)4-5 days/wk and weight training once or twice a week. I try to break up the monotony with a random bootcamp or kettlebell session here and there. I have a group of co-workers who did the HcG thing men and women. I never understood it. Folks were passing out because they weren't eating, and as a dude I just can't see myself putting a pregnant woman's hormones in my system. It just seems off. Didn't know that HCG worked for men. Interesting. |
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. (Was a size 2, now sometimes a size 6) Anyway, I am not listening to people. I am only 5'2"...so maintaining a healthy weight is crucial as there is not much wiggle room when you're short with a naturally small frame.
