Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (717 posts) at 08:28 PM
I agree, you will stabalize after a point and you can ease off/modify your workouts and eating to maintain. Most of us that are doing new challenges are still trying to get to our ultimate goals...others are trying to get back to where they were. Whatever the reason for beginning new challenges, they are simply a way for many of us to stay on track. Or get back on track. I really don't think you'll have to worry about getting bigger. You're in it for life, right? So what is another challenge? Just a tracking method really.
Just my take on it.
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by MomOfThree (12 posts) at 07:19 AM
Myintencity said:
Stevia
That's right Myintencity! Enough said! ;o)
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (104 posts) at 01:45 PM
I was just thinking about the American diet and the crisis we are about to face as nation due to the obesity epidemic. I read yet another sad article about the overwhelming number of Asian Americans that have type 2 diabetes. It is clear that the American diet is destroying the health of recent immigrants who previous to coming here, ate only fresh food. I have to say that I think PROCESSED foods are at the heart of so much disease. For some reason we refuse to believe that food is the most important medicine we can take. Processed foods are not as nutrient dense as fresh whole foods.
I realize a lot of people come to BFL to overcome obesity, but the other side of the coin is to embrace total health. I find it hard to understand the need and desire to hang onto processed foods. Basically, these sweeteners promise a "freebie". Get a soda, but it has not calories.
I remember when FAT FREE was all anyone was interested in. Well, a lot of crazy products were created without fat. Tons of people switched to margarine and other hydrogenated fats. And then guess what? We realized this stuff was way worse for you than animal fat. I stuck with my butter and ice cream and didn't run to the margarine. It just seemed like "Fake food".
Wow...running on... my point is, I don't really understand why you want to hold onto these artificial foods. They aren't really food. There are good natural sweeteners like honey, maple syrup. A little in your tea or whatever isn't going to make you fat. Feasting on sweets all day will. MODERATION. Variety. That is what is healthy.
Mom of Three...I applaud you for realizing the connection between your health and what you eat!
Body for Life Forum Message by Calv (19 posts) at 05:02 AM
Thanks for that ladies, pretty much as i thought, and a very detailed explanation there Flower lol, however i would have to had declined the "touch it right here, feel it" suggestion".....if the way my girlfriend has started with her weights is anything to go by, i think she'll soon be able to punch me harder than any bloke lol!
Thanks again all,
Calv.
Body for Life Forum Message by schultkr (7 posts) at 08:02 AM
Hey Ladies,
I was wondering what upper body workout some of you do? I have been doing the workouts that are posted in the exercise article section on body for life. They seem to be more geared toward women, which is good. Do you have any suggestions??? Or do most of you just do the two recommended exercises that Bill suggests in the Body for Life book? Any feedback would be great thanks!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (23 posts) at 08:22 AM
I'm working out at home with a pair of adjustable Power Blocks (dumbbells) I do bench presses and flyes for my chest, seated presses and Arnold press for my shoulders, rows and pullovers for my back, extentions and kickbacks for my triceps, seated curls and concentrated curls for my biceps. (This workout kicks my booty everytime.)
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 08:28 AM
I use paramount machines at the gym mostly- my workout is:
Chest press, flyes
Shoulder press, delt machine
Row machine for back, Lat pulldown
Bicep curls w/ dumbells, hammer curls
tricep machine, tricep dips or push down with cable
(sorry about the non weightlifting terminology, I am no expert. But my arms are burning when I leave the gym!)
Body for Life Forum Message by schultkr (7 posts) at 08:41 AM
So most of you just stick to doing the two recommended workouts per area that the book recommends? Thanks for the great info!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (97 posts) at 09:18 AM
I do what the book recommends. They aren't just for men.
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (23 posts) at 02:05 PM
Dips suck! (Or at least I suck at them.)
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 12:39 PM
Its at least 65 degrees here in Pittsburgh! I just had the greatest HIIT workout OUTSIDE with my daughter and running stroller. She made cute noises and pointed at all the dogs along the way....just had to share my excitement.... I've been confined to the gym for at least 2 mos.because of weather and ice.
What a great day! Anyone else have a great cardio today?!
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (23 posts) at 02:09 PM
Rode my bike today. Its usually warm here too. (Even for Texas) Is soooo good for the soul to "play" outside.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 02:32 PM
I know it! I'm up in Northeastern PA, and it's about 60 here and the sun is shining! This makes me SO happy. Too bad winter's coming back here tomorrow. :( But I'm gonna get outside and enjoy this while I can!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:34 PM
LOL - I just posted a thread about the world ending in the O/T category - I didn't see this one. I knew some of you were having the same too!
Body for Life Forum Message by nola (53 posts) at 05:57 PM
The saying here in New Orleans is "if you don't like the weather. This time of year, it can be 80 degrees one day and 40 degrees the next here in but it's actually NORMAL for us. We never put our shorts in winter storage....
Eileen
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (751 posts) at 06:04 PM
am I the only one that DOESN'T like to workout outside?
Love the gym.
Too many distractions outside. I love walking outside and hiking and stuff. But when it comes to really working out....love the gym. Unless I am in a boat on the water...then that is okay.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (717 posts) at 07:05 PM
Strange weather here too. Over the last few days it was sunny and between 60-70 degrees...now today 34 degrees and snowing. It's kind of freaky!
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 07:04 AM
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a naturally occurring fatty acid, which can help lower the amount of fat stored after meals and helps the body break down and use fat efficiently. Research has shown a reduction of up to 9% b/f in overweight people who used it without lifestyle or diet changes, and this loss was sustained over a 2-year period.
Betagen is a combination of HMB and creatine, two supplements that (supposedly) help you in gaining lean muscle mass. It also contains taurine and glutamine I believe, the two most abundant amino acids in muscle tissue, so seems to be good for packing on muscle without gaining fat.
I am thinking of using Betagen myself, so would be interested to hear some testimonials from anyone who has used it?
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:33 AM
I use both the CLA and the BetaGen, and love them both!! I also use the ThermoDynamX and Myoplex Lite shakes, I love them also!!! With the BetaGen I can workout so much easier then without it!!! I also have a lot less muscle soreness using the BetaGen!! BetaGen is awesome!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (59 posts) at 07:45 AM
Hey Ryan,
You mention research showing a fairly large sustained reduction in bf% levels with CLA. Where did you hear that?
I have been trying to find out more on it and the most 'Scientific' info I have found comes from Udo Erasmus's site which may be negatively slanted for marketing reasons. The info he shares is interesting at least, but I have been unable to find recent (within the last year) research to sustain the point that CLA supports weight loss and is healthy.
Thanks
Steve
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 08:15 AM
Not within the last year but one of the studies you can find here:
http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/content/abstract/79/6/1118
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 08:18 AM
Most research comes from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Not sure about studies within the last year but you can find some info here on the one I was talking about:
http://www.prnewswire.co.uk/cgi/news/release?id=123333 (article)
http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/content/abstract/79/6/1118 (abstract)
Body for Life Forum Message by Lindyloo (42 posts) at 03:38 PM
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (91 posts) at 11:24 PM
I typically use Shareaza or Kazaa. Right now I prefer Shareaza because it can access several networks where Kazaa only uses theirs.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 01:54 PM
He does post occassionally on eatingforlife.com, as someone said above. I bet he does know about Tracker, but he doesn't have any involvement in it.
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 01:19 AM
"I teach them correct principles, and they govern themselves" --Joseph Smith
Teach your children the morals and values you expect from them. Teach them right from wrong. lotsa communication. When they are away from you (at a friend's house, school, whatever) they probably will have that little voice in the back of their head letting them know that you wouldn't want them to listen to it...
That's what happened in my house. We knew what our parents expected of us. They respected our ability as teenagers to make our own choices and stepped in to offer counsel and support. More importantly, they had faith in us that we would make good choices...that made all the difference.
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (22 posts) at 03:35 PM
I just want to reply to something somebody posted a few posts ago about music entertainers trying to be "the one your parents hate"...
That stuff went all the way back to the days of Elvis and Little Richard, the "bad boys" of their day...then later on you had "scarier" acting groups like all the acid rock ones in the 60s...then you had Alice Cooper, Black Sabbath, Kiss...then later it was Ozzy, Dio, 2 Live...on and on and on...
And nobody has even mentioned Marilyn Manson....remember him?
Shock sells. If there wasn't a market for shock-value music, no record company would put it out (don't get me started about record companies...I once played guitar on a song that ended up on a small label's CD and I never got one thin dime off it. Not one).
As the years go by, in order to stand out in the crowd and be "the music your parents hate", the rockers and rappers have to get more and more shocking to get attention. Sorry to sound bitter, but most record labels are about 3 things: 1. Making money 2. Making money 3.Finding new, interesting and creative ways to cheat artists out of their royalties or never promise them anything to start with so they can....you guessed it! be making money. So they push and promote outrage.
My parents didn't put a curb on what we listened to when I was a teenager...to be honest, they couldn't even figure out what the words meant...
What I'd be more concerned about would be the actions and attitudes at home. If it gets to the point where he won't respect your rules because Eminem or somebody else says he doesn't have to, it's time to have a talk about how things happen in the REAL world and about what limits are...and back the talk up with whatever sanctions you feel are necessary.
But Tomcat's right. There's nothing he's going to hear in music that he doesn't already hear in school.
I do know that I'm getting older....one of the guys at work turned the radio to this hip-hop/r&b station where these guys kept yelling and shouting and fussing...just on and on and on...I heard that ranting all day and it almost made me want to bang my fist into a wall! lol That stuff, all day long, just drives me crazy.
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (23 posts) at 08:30 AM
How about when they head-butt you right in the nose. That one's always a blast.
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (28 posts) at 09:27 AM
Mine likes to lay his head on my bare stomach and then take a bite of my flabby stretchmark area! ARRGGG!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by goingforbuff (1560 posts) at 09:59 AM
My son had a little girl named Piper in his class last year. she was absolutely adorable and her name fit her!
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (145 posts) at 12:11 PM
Our good friends named their daughter Piper (now 2 yrs old). Their other daugther is named Darby. Both are cuties.
Body for Life Forum Message by nutz (145 posts) at 12:17 PM
BTW, our other good friends just named their daughter Noelle.
Body for Life Forum Message by GetNFit (786 posts) at 12:59 PM
Congrats to you and yours with the new addition to the family!
Personally, I LOVE BOTH NAMES!!!!!! Great choices!
I love different names as well, If I had a boy I would want to name him Dakota Scott, and if I ever had a little girl it would be either Courtney Montana or Izabella Claire.
Robin
Body for Life Forum Message by NCmomof3 (133 posts) at 09:01 AM
Bump! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:57 PM
My thoughts and prayers are with your sister!!
This is a great idea!!! I just added one of my recipes. I plan on adding more!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (47 posts) at 08:55 PM
I wish I could contribute some recipes, but my cooking is limited to the EFL book and some really basic stuff.
I would love to order a cookbook once it becomes available. Please let us know.
Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 07:56 AM
It's some bad ju ju that stuff....
Body for Life Forum Message by Ursula (644 posts) at 07:39 AM
A few years back I was on a huge baby kick. Wanted to get preggo really bad. I just didn't work out so we stopped trying, life kinda got in the way. So we have been back and forth between, not wanting one and for me secretly wanting another kid really bad. Well had a talk with hubby a couple days ago, after my newly purchased birthcontrol pills mysteriously disapeared. Honestyly I am pretty sure my sister took them, she has been wanting us to try for a long time. So we decided to stop the pills and let nature take its course! I am almost in shock, I have been wanting this for so long. Our son is going to be 11 in June, but he to has been wanting a sibling. Anyway I just had to share ;)
So here is hoping for a big round belly instead of 6 pack abs lol.
Ursula
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:45 AM
Oh, Ursula, I am so happy and excited for you!!! I wish you all the best!!!!! Let us all know the good news when it happens!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 08:24 AM
All this talk about babies is making me want another one too! I'm waiting a little while longer though, my hands are full with Reagan. Good luck and hope to hear the good news soon. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 08:40 AM
Ursula, that is awesome news!! And I know "big brother" would be elated to have a sibling!! I have a younger brother and don't know how different I would have turned out without someone to fight with and tease (hee hee). Best of luck you and your hubby!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 09:00 AM
Ohhhh good for you! ;-) I wish you guys the best of luck! And a fit mom you'll be! Good luck.
T
Body for Life Forum Message by motiv8me (198 posts) at 09:21 AM
Congratulations! I hope it happens quickly for you! Have fun trying! ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (664 posts) at 09:43 AM
God will give you the perfect baby at the perfect time!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (554 posts) at 10:10 AM
A lil' Hercules or Hercula--How exciting!!!
Congrats Ursula!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1156 posts) at 10:59 AM
SO GLAD I am past that stage, but I am very happy for you. Good luck to you.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 02:17 PM
CONGRATULATIONS :)
I am developing a new appreciation for babies and children ( due to grandkids )
Excellent news.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 02:25 PM
Have fun in the trying!
My closest-in-age sibling is 13 years older than I am. Your son should have fun being a big brother!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mellie (664 posts) at 09:42 AM
Whew.....we made it! Now the trouble he gets into is his problem! Right? Well, I doubt it, no matter what we will always be there for him and help him fight through battles he mostly creates himself.
I must say 18 years flew by, the last few have been very difficult and very scary. I had times when I doubted he would survive...literally. Like Tony Dungy said, at Thanksgiving everyone was so rushed that his eldest son left in such a hurry that they didn't even hug goodbye, and that was the last time he saw him.....
Hug your kids, embrace and cheerish every moment with them because you just never know....God forbid, you just never know when the last time may be.
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 02:18 PM
Well, I'll be first to congratulate you, and wish your son a happy birthday!
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (571 posts) at 02:28 PM
Mellie......girlfriend, my oldest is 20 (soon to be 21) and the trouble they get into ALWAYS belongs to you as well.
BUT, the joy is always yours too. gotta take the bad with the good, I suppose
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (78 posts) at 02:55 PM
Happy B-day to your son! They grow so very fast!
Our son is 16 and wants to start driving this spring! I CAN wait!!
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (91 posts) at 11:32 AM
I finally got sick and tired of problems with Microsoft Windows so last night I went and bought an iMac G5. My wife has wanted to get a mac for quite some time but I talked her out of getting one when we got her a notebook pc 3 years ago.
I “euthanized” our desktop back in October after trying for 2 months to fix a hardware problem I could never exactly diagnose so we were due for a new computer…
Anyway, I was wondering how many guys on Tracker are using a Mac?
Gary
Body for Life Forum Message by Flash (774 posts) at 11:34 AM
I switched to Mac last year and would never go back. It took a little getting used to, but it was definitely worth it. Enjoy!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 11:48 AM
I have a Mac Mini and LOVE IT! I hate Micro-Windows YUK! Apple stuff rocks your gonna love it!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by supergirl (1661 posts) at 12:01 PM
Mac all the way baby! Glad you made the switch. Once you go mac you never go back. :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Art (2 posts) at 04:50 PM
I've been a Mac fan for years. It's the best work computer you can get, and you'll never have problems more than a restart can't handle.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:31 PM
Whats going on with the temperature???? Its crazzzeeeee here! Igloos melting everywhere - people are homeless, polar bears & penguins wandering around the city confused!!!!
Its January and its 12 degress that means for you Americans about 55 degrees. Normal is around -5 and I think that might mean about 20 degrees. I've heard some of you in the states are getting this too - CRAZZZZEEEEEEEE
Anyone see that movie with Dennis Quaid? Wasn't it called "The Day After" or something?
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (571 posts) at 02:33 PM
It was called "the day after tomorrow"
scared the crap outta me.
It is crazy, here in Georgia we've had ranges from 55-70 degrees. BUT, we're having rain today and there's supposed to be a cold front behind the rain.......we shall see, by Sunday atleast.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 02:34 PM
LOL I'm not gonna question it. As an official Winter Hater (I'm not just a member, I'm the president), I have been in heaven these last few days! Winter comes back to Northeastern PA tomorrow, however, so I will resume my previously cranky self at that time. :/
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (393 posts) at 02:37 PM
Loving the weather here MI. It is rainy but it isn't cold so I'm happy :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:38 PM
LOL - I just saw the January thread. Winter is back tomorrow too. Last year I remember sitting watching TV - it was probably Jan/Feb maybe March. We had ridiculously high temperatures I think record breaking and they were showing people shoveling snow in HAWAII!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (1013 posts) at 02:39 PM
The movie was called 'The Day After Tomorrow'. Totally inconceivable concept, but I did like the special effects.
Yes, the global warming stuff is scary! It was 55 degrees yesterday and we are getting about 2 INCHES of snow TONIGHT! Indiana weather has always sucked but now, it's even more unreliable!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 02:42 PM
...frogs are dying in Costa Rica, too.
We can each do something to stop it:
http://www.stopglobalwarming.org/learn/
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:51 PM
Why are the frogs dying?
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (22 posts) at 02:56 PM
I live in Southwestern Georgia and Agent's right, it's unusually warm for this time of year down here...we're going around in short sleeves some days around lunchtime.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 02:56 PM
From yesterday's New York Times (also re-printed on that site).
"Scientists studying a fast-dwindling genus of colorful harlequin frogs on misty mountainsides in Central and South America are reporting today that global warming is combining with a spreading fungus to kill off many species.
"The researchers implicate global warming, as opposed to local variations in temperature or other conditions. Their conclusion is based on their finding that patterns of fungus outbreaks and extinctions in widely dispersed patches of habitat were synchronized in a way that could not be explained by chance."
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (523 posts) at 03:21 PM
If the world is in fact ending, I'm ordering a pizza
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (123 posts) at 03:38 PM
I'm with you on this Hot Body!!! We can all do so much.
Thanks for posting the site, I haven't seen this one before.
Body for Life Forum Message by Agent 69 (571 posts) at 04:01 PM
okay----I'll take one----pizza, that is.
extra cheese, mushrooms and pepperoni...extra pepperoni
and a pitcher of bud-light
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 04:20 PM
You put the link in after I asked why : )
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 04:22 PM
ROR@Cantstopme-
I'll see your pizza and raise you a case of dingdongs and a Muu-muu.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 04:28 PM
Livin La Vida Loca here in Texas it's like late spring around here most of the time. About once a month it will get cold. Still wearing my summer clothes. I have to admit I am not complaining. I actually am liking it better than our 100+ degree summers. Anything is better than that!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 04:52 PM
Sorry about that, Flower. Yeah, I was editing it because I realized that I at first put in a link that disputes global warming...which is pretty funny considering that we're all now feeling the effects of it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 05:47 PM
RE: The world ending- totally inconceivable concept. Maybe. Movie being Hollywood was trumped up, but the book upon which it was based "The Coming Global Superstorm" by Art Bell and Whitley Strieber- yes of communion and alien abduction fame- was a fascinating and well researched & written book, one of my favorites.
As for the weather, yeah very pleasantly crazy here too.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (717 posts) at 05:55 PM
I know the weather has been all over the place here!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (168 posts) at 07:12 PM
In southern california it's the normal dreary January and rain forecast for th weekend.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:44 PM
You are so right Flower!!! Here it is already January and I have not seen any signs of winter yet!! I can't believe how warm the weather has been for this time of year!! We are having some really strange weather!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (354 posts) at 08:14 PM
We have daffodils about to bloom outside our office. I know you can't believe it! I should take pictures to document the stages. It is SO rainy here - 26 days of rain. There was a horrible mud-slide in North Vancouver this time last year and it threatens again this same month (to the week almost) as last year.
Apparently it is worse South of us in Washington State - washed out roads and railways.
The ground is so saturated there is no place left for the water to go...
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 11:04 PM
Hey Jennifer,
2or 3 more days, and you get a new record :)- Me, I'd probably slash my wrists, lol
Yours in Dry Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (806 posts) at 07:59 PM
Hhmmmmmmmmm....
I saw a book at WalMart tonight by Dr. Pamela Peeke called The National Body Challenge. This is the very same Pamela Peeke that authored my unfavorite book called Body-for-LIFE for Women. I checked out the website tonight when I got home and it is something to do with The Discovery Health Channel. I then thought it was funny that she has this new book and is not pushing the BFL for women book anymore. I checked out the Bodyforlife.com site and no where on the site is the women's version book. You can order Bill Phillips version.....my FAVORITE, but you can no longer find Pamela Peeke's version of BFL on the website.
Interesting.....
Stef
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 08:11 PM
That is interesting...
We have the book, I've never really read it. Why is it your unfavorite?
Suppose some sort of corporate/ Peeke disagreement took place?
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 08:11 PM
That book is still featured on her website. Guess you just never know what kinds of business deals and agreements folks come to in these things.
Anyway, she's going to be speaking at a mall near me to kickoff the Discovery Health National Body Challenge. I may go, but it's not high on my priority list right now. If I go and have a chance to speak with her, do y'all have any questions you want me to ask her?
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (806 posts) at 08:19 PM
Kerry~ I just really liked the original BFL book. The women's version was too "girly" for me, I guess. Bill Phillips is my hero.....LOL~
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 08:23 PM
I have both books and like bills tons better. I feel the pamela one was a waste of 30.00....lol
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 08:26 PM
I benefited from having read Dr. Peeke's book. But really...this debate is getting old.
Body for Life Forum Message by Go4steffie (806 posts) at 08:59 PM
Hot Body....I am not debating this. I just found it interesting that she is doing a new book for the discovery health channel. Actually, there is a show with her on Sunday night and I'm going to watch it. I am interested in seeing what she has to say.
I agree that the Bill/Pamela debate is a dead horse.
Stef :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 08:17 PM
This is some "motivational" tool provided by Discovery Health National Body Challenge. Ooogie.
http://vcards.discovery.com/index.html
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (47 posts) at 08:47 PM
That's kind of disturbing.
Body for Life Forum Message by WorkInProgress (160 posts) at 08:50 PM
weird - and strangely entertaining!
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 11:09 PM
rather humorous
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 11:33 PM
bump
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 07:10 PM
Do you mean you have experienced little change in your measurements etc since week 1? Or just that the loss has slowed in recent weeks?
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 03:54 AM
I think I've seen this book before; if its the same one, its not too "new".
As far as beans are concerned I think they are totally UNDER rated as a good carb source and strongly believe everyone should eat more - I've always thought this. JMO
Body for Life Forum Message by nurse36 (209 posts) at 08:24 AM
No, the first book is not new (2004). The second book (SuperFoodds Healthstyle, Proven strategies for Lifelong Health) has a copyright date of 2006. It goes into more depth about different foods in different seasons, prevention od diseases, lifestyle, and other "general topics." I was so interested in the first book yesterday. I read the whole thing!! I've bought the 2nd book today. It's added a few more foods like kiwi, dark chocolate, garlic, and honey. He also talks about which spices are the best for you. (Something I am clueless about!) And there are more great recipes... which are mostly EFL friendly. Let's try Cedar plank salmon with garlic orange glaze!!!! Yummmm!!!! Oranges, garlic, pepper, green tea, wild salmon, and a few sesame seeds. Sounds very BFL to me!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (104 posts) at 11:20 AM
Great suggestion nurse36. I too have always been very interested in the nutritional value of food. I have been trying to incorporate the "cancer diet" into my daily meal planning for my family. Why eat just anything when you can make a meal that is nutrient rich? I'm getting the book today. Thanks for bringing it to our attention!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 03:06 PM
Rebecca - if you've got a moment see if it says anything about black pepper. I've been seeing this alot lately that you should replace it with cayenne. Oh I should just get it myself shouldn't I. I've also heard that about dark chocolate - being very good for you. Who woulda thunk it? And what about avocados? I think they're a wonderful fat - dreamy like butter LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (751 posts) at 06:48 PM
Anyone tried this?
Sylvester Stallone's High Protein Pudding? 6.4 oz in each serving.
20g protein
100 calories
2g fat
1g Carb
No sugar.
I just had banana cream. It was 5.99 on sale at GNC for a 4 pack. Expensive, but SO DAMN GOOD.
I just searched online for it and it looks pretty expensive in most places. Cheapest I saw was $5.99/4 pack.
So good. Almost which I could dive right into the other 3 containers I have. I was just craving sugar, so glad I have these in the house. They saved me from the cookies!
Teresa
Body for Life Forum Message by 1leanmom (19 posts) at 07:10 PM
hey teresa...
wanted to tell you I just did a search and found this pudding alot cheaper than 5.99...take a look at drugstore.com...it's the best price anywhere I've found so far on everything I buy...PLUS you can use your GNC goldcard to save!!!
think I'll order some too! :)
jen
Body for Life Forum Message by On~my~way (288 posts) at 07:10 PM
Yeah, I tried, vanilla, lemon! It was REALLLLLLY GROSS!!! got the lemon on sale for 3.99, now I know why!
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (751 posts) at 07:16 PM
OH NO...not gross. My friend bought the vanilla. I'll see what she says.
The banana was AWESOME. Still wish I could eat more.
WHOA....$2.39/pack on drugstore.com!
THANKS!
T
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (275 posts) at 01:08 PM
Because I want to focus on fat loss my second consecutive challenge I have been doing cardio first thing in the morning 5 days a week and weight lifting at night three days a week. It's been working pretty good so far. Once I see that it's hindering my progress I will revert back to 3 days a week first thing in the AM and weights 3 days in the PM. So far I am seeing my energy levels soar during the week.
Body for Life Forum Message by Miranda_. (20 posts) at 11:38 AM
I feel your pain. I'm on week one too. What I like to do when my UB is sore I go for a nice swim. If you not a swimmer I suggest stretching, I've been doing that since my LBWO and what a huge diffence it makes from one day to another. Remember never stretch a cold muscel, warm up first.
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 11:58 AM
Thanks for the tips! About how much weight do you think I should start with?
Body for Life Forum Message by Myintencity (37 posts) at 12:31 PM
Here's one that you don't normally associate with calf development:
Rope jumping. It's a plyo too. Isolate your calves' contractions upon contact with the ground. You'll set them on fire!
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 12:45 PM
If you feel like you cant keep your balance doing the exercise cookie is talking about with weights, do MORE reps without weights. I have pretty well developed calves from years of ballet training (which involes similar movement)and never picked up a dumbell til recently. The repetitive motion alone is enough.
Body for Life Forum Message by biffler (233 posts) at 08:04 PM
I need heavier weights with my calves than I have at home SO I tried this one...
lie on your back with knees bent. front of feet on bench/step or something sturdy about 4-5 inches off the ground. Have hubby (or someone!) sit on knees and LIFT them calves!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 01:55 PM
Okay, I've worked out every day now except today (there's still the evening), followed my own advice (above) - and my cold has gotten WORSE! Yuck!! I'm so sad - I don't want to go backwards on what I've managed to accomplish in these first two weeks. Sigh.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 05:34 PM
Awww, hope you feel better soon! It sucks to be sick. Get thee some chicken noodle soup! Progresso has a good one that has the right ratio of carbs/protien.
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (31 posts) at 08:10 PM
Ellen, I know it is hard to believe that you will survive :( but glad to say you will. I am just getting over my "code" after 2 miserable weeks. Didn't miss any workouts, so keep truckin'. You have my deepest sympathy! Hope you feel better soon...
Kathy
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2955 posts) at 10:57 PM
Hi I am in Richmond Virginia, it's midnight, getting ready to go to sleep, everyone else is in bed but me.
We got here at 5pm, (daughter Robin)
I got her done this morning, I ran up and down the motel steps from on set of steps to the other and it was 12 steps on each side and I did it 22 times then ran in the parking lot .
In the morning I'm going with my granddaughter Katy to run up the street which is one giant hill , like 25% incline,??? it's very steep, I can't wait to try it, and then I can ride Robin's new Ex bike.
Teresa where do you live in Virginia?
Well I better get to bed, I am excited and wondering how the expo is going? can't wait to hear the winner.
goodnight, Linda
Body for Life Forum Message by GET*HER*DONE (2955 posts) at 10:02 PM
Hey Ya'll I am att my daughters house in Virginia, Been good all day and even did cardio at the motel this morning before we left. I ran up and down 12 steps 22 times, tomorrow I will ride Robin's new exercise bike and run with my granddaughter Katy up the street , it is one giant Hill
I'm getting her done!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jps2lean (48 posts) at 10:06 PM
Great job staying focused away from home, get*her*done.
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 11:23 AM
bump..........NOBODY ELSE "FIND" ANYTHING???
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (111 posts) at 12:52 PM
I found some muscles! They aren't exactly bulging out all over the place... YET, but I can feel them just under the surface getting ready to BUST OUT soon!
Body for Life Forum Message by KatieFeld-mom (132 posts) at 12:59 PM
I wore size 10 khakis yesterday. First time since 2000 that I've fit into size 10. And they were not super tight.
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (174 posts) at 01:07 PM
I found the cleaning supplies. I am a cleaning machine. With all this energy and time in the kitchen, my house has never been cleaner.
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (275 posts) at 01:22 PM
That I need a new belt!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Dana D (554 posts) at 01:25 PM
OMG-I have VEINS!!!!
Today was the 1st time EVER I could SEE my veins (in my neck, upper chest and biceps) when I was doing my workout!!!!
Them bad boys popped out like I was RIPPED! Too bad Im not really ripped...
I think its all an illusion but Im still stoked hehe
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (523 posts) at 01:49 PM
I found 3 bags of chips, left over spaghetti, a Costco size tub of Jelly Belly jelly beans and some double stuff oreos......
all sitting where they will stay untouched (by me anyway).
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:15 PM
fresh hives!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 02:24 PM
found 1/4 of an inch on my arms :)~ been trying to make my arms grow forever now it seems and finally it's happening. Oh happy days are here again :)~
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 02:27 PM
is that too many smilies?
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:34 PM
Tossed a shirt today. Was too small...in a good way though! That's not quite 'found' though, huh?
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (963 posts) at 02:36 PM
I found the slightset hint of a nice pectoral line down the center of my chest. YEAH! Now to have it prominent enough for somebody besides me to find it! hehe
Jamber
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (17 posts) at 06:48 PM
I found an extra notch being used on my belt and I also found that the scale won't go over 230 when I get on it. It has not done that for a few YEARS. I am finding 36 pants fitting lose oh and I also found a rib. I like it.
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 06:49 PM
you and I are damn near brothers!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Jennifer A (354 posts) at 07:52 PM
I found a shadow on my arms just below the shoulder cap as I was doing my tricep cable pull downs!
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (98 posts) at 08:37 AM
There actually is a page in the BFL book that says bananas are okay. The list of sample authorized food are just SOME of the foods that are okay. On another page it states "foods like, bananas, apples, peaches...etc. are conveniently sized to portion.
My opinion is an occasional banana is okay with protein shake (not Myoplex complete) or another protein source like cottage cheese. Just my 2 cents :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 09:24 AM
I save bananas for my post-workout meal, when a little bump in carbs is ok. i add 1/2 or a whole small banana to my shakes, which are designer whey and don't have enough carbs on their own.
Hussman has them listed as an ok food, but he says less ripe is better.
This is what I've learned doing BFL: it's better to eat a banana than a cookie. I don't say no to fruit and veggies if it keeps me out of the pantry.
Heather
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (100 posts) at 11:03 AM
Exactly Heather! I agree. And it just depends on the person, your eating habits the rest of the day, and how hard you are hitting your workouts.
I have never added anything to my Myoplex shakes (over my past 3 challenges) and only use water, not milk. But for some reason I have started adding a frozen banana to my Myoplex chocolate peanut butter shake after my workouts lately. WOW, is it good! I probably won't continue this as I get further along, but for now it helps me mentally. It really makes me look forward to that post workout shake, which in turn gets my butt into the gym each morning.
So I guess I agree with both sides on this one, it just depends on you. If you want it, have it. Especially if it keeps you from snacking on junk food, or eating more than you need to.
Oh, and btw...a banana has a GI rating (glycemic index) of 52, and apples have a GI of 38. Here is a link where you can check out the GI of other foods. And the lower the GI the better. http://www.lowglycemicdiet.com/fruitsgi.html
Stay Strong,
Chris
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 12:16 PM
That's how I feel, too, Chris. Sometimes it's the thought of that ice cold shake that gets me through the last bit of HIIT. I also love to add frozen raspberries with the banana.
I know a lot of folks here use fitday.com, and if you are keeping track of carbs/protein/fat and calories, you can easily balance out that banana.
For me, that thing that I really hate are fitness plans that exclude healthy foods. here are some foods that are higher on the index than bananas as well: carrots: 49; green peas: 48; brown rice: 55; oatmeal: 49. I eat all these things on a regular basis, in controlled amounts.
I would say that if you are eating cleanly and are still having trouble dropping bf, then bananas might be a good place to start eliminating higher GI carbs. But if you are still having results? Go ahead and have a banana once in a while!
(who knew bananas could be the center of a debate?! :)
Heath
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (460 posts) at 12:34 PM
Krispy Kremes or bananas...? Hmmm...
I guess it depends on the person, how your body responds to various foods, etc. This person (me) ate lots of bananas during her challenge, and still got the results she wanted. By lots of bananas, I mean 3-5 a week. It wasn't a staple, but it was one of my fruit choices. I mixed it up though (sometimes apples, sometimes oranges, sometimes bananas).
I don't think bananas are like, say, McDonald's. I don't think they're going to have a "Banana Me" show (like Super Size Me), showing the ill effects of bananas. Of course, if that was *all* you ate, you'd have a multitude of problems. :)
Anyway, I vote !YES! for bananas. But if you have lots of troubles and challenges with losing weight, maybe avoid them based on what the people above said.
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (460 posts) at 12:36 PM
and thank YOU Nicabod. That frikkity frikkin sing is going to be on my mind all....day....long now.
:)))))))))))))))
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1095 posts) at 01:27 PM
I love the banana:) I look at that food much different than others on here. It adds good calories and I eat them two to three times a day specifically before a workout. I know it adds more calories and yes you have to account for that but we are talking about portions not counting calories.
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (523 posts) at 01:52 PM
I've said this before and I'll say it again...
No one EVER EVER EVER EVER got fat eating fruits and vegtables. EVER!!!
With all due respect to MichiganMike...I completely disagree.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:25 PM
I've always been one to shoot off my mouth about fruit being way over-rated - too much sugar for what its worth, you can get the same vitamins/nutrients and more of them from vegetables, blah, blah, blah. I've gone virtually fruitless for a long time. Lately I've started to drink whey protein as meal #2 and sometimes #6. With meal #2 that protein drink is just not cutting it as a fulfilling meal so I've added a tsp peanut butter and a banana to substantiate it. It works! Better than starving for 2 hours and I'm not the best "starver" in the world so who knows what would be vacuumed up by me if I hadn't. Thats my story and I'm sticking with it.
Furthermore..........I've got to agree with Karla and especially Can'tStopMe about people not getting fat - especially on something like 3 - 5 bananas a week.
And Can'tStopMe - gotta do something about that name of yours!!!! Do you know how many times I have to go back and correct "can't stop me"????? Every single time!!!! From now on I think I'm going with CSM.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 02:31 PM
I have 2 a day.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 02:38 PM
I dont think we really want to start adding up the calorie count of ANY food over a years period- or seeing it as a lost opportunity for x amount of pounds lost-or devalue it as a source of nutrition IF it helps to make this lifestyle a reality for YOU. who wants to live like that? Just as several people here have said- be cautious how you combine it, how often you eat it and what type of a role it plays in keeping you on the program- I used them (1/2) in protein shakes because it makes them creamier and hence more palatable. Good luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:48 PM
Rie thats what I wanted to say - get out of my head! I was thinking the same thing and thought once you start counting calories like that you'll get down to 6 staples a day, keep counting & your down to two - a geen vegetable and a can of water packed tuna.
Body for Life Forum Message by willowgerl (223 posts) at 02:56 PM
I eat bananas and see no reason to exclude them wholesale from a healthy diet.
BUT I don't eat them every day, and I usually eat them earlier in the day or after a workout. Even though they are a 'clean' food, they are energy-dense and if you are trying to drop poundage, ease up on them or choose other lower glycemic fruits (especially closer to bedtime.) I'm thinking of berries here.
And while I can't really disagree with much of what michiganmike wrote, I can follow his calorie logic using any food imaginable. For example, a 4-oz chicken breast, eaten once a day every day, adds up to 50,735 calories during the course of a year, essentially creating a lost opportunity to lose 15 pounds. But of course that doesn't make chicken a bad choice. Losing weight is still a simple matter of calories in vs. calories out.
Just know that bananas are denser in energy and give you quicker sugar, and limit your intake if you're trying to drop weight and you'll be fine.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 03:15 PM
In Weight Watchers (which I did for years), a serving was 1/2 of a banana. So, I have continued, out of habit to eat bananas 1/2 at a time, as my carb source with cottage cheese or protein shakes. I need the potassium anyway. A whole banana IS a lot of calories, but there's a lot of good stuff in there, too.
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (123 posts) at 04:04 PM
I can definitely see michiganmike's logic in looking at the reduction in potential fat loss over a year, especially if (as it was in his example) it's about whether to add a banana to a shake. Depending on the carb content of the shake itself, a whole banana could add too much sugar. One banana takes up the full carb allowance in a meal for me.
Personally, if looking for additional carbs to add to a shake I'd choose berries over bananas where possible - even adding a full cup of strawberries only adds the sugar content of a third of a banana.
But hey, as others have pointed out, it's much better than reaching for a cookie, and if it helps keep you on track then go for it.
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (100 posts) at 04:12 PM
Wow...the banana sure is controversial! LOL
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 04:18 PM
I think Mike just meant to illustrate the difference if you added in a banana to the shake vs. if you didn't add a banana to the shake. So if you just had the shake (without the banana) you could potentially lose ten more pounds than if you had the shake with the banana.
No one is saying it is a "bad food" (Krispy Kreme's on the other hand...;)but why add it into a shake (especially a complete one like Myoplex) when all it does is add extra carbs and calories?
I just think there are better choices out there. But if you like bananas, who am I to tell anyone who to eat...but, I still vote no!
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (123 posts) at 04:18 PM
It's funny isn't it!!
I think it's hilarious that I'm now comparing the sugar content of bananas and strawberries when not tooooo long ago I was breaking world records in eating Cookies 'n' Cream ice cream!!!
The poor old banana didn't have a chance with me back then unless it was baked in filo pastry and served with whipped cream. Now it's still not getting a chance even though it's broken free of it's extra fattening layers and trimmings. :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 04:18 PM
Agree Sporty - the berries would be a better choice but not as filling.
Body for Life Forum Message by SportyGirl (123 posts) at 04:21 PM
Ooops, sorry ashtrash, I mean't what VegasGuy said was funny above.
Body for Life Forum Message by michiganmike (246 posts) at 04:22 PM
Rie and Flower both make an interesting point--saying that we should not add up calories over a long time just to make a point about lost opportunity to lose weight. Why not? They seem to suggest it is unhealthy to think that way, but I think the average carcass of the average person demonstrates that they get fat just that way, a bit at a time, over a year or more, and that the problem is they DON'T think that a half a banana or a couple of chocolate kisses make any difference. But, clearly the numbers don't lie, and the bodies show the effect of too much food little by little over a long time.
Body for Life Forum Message by saint (5 posts) at 04:32 PM
IMO, a portion of rice, potato, pasta, wholegrain bread etc is just the same as a portion of banana.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1095 posts) at 04:48 PM
Interesting thread... I agree that it is calories in versus calories out on the other hand what would be better eating one huge 1800 calorie meal once a day or eating 6 330 calorie meals. I think the answer is an easy one. Also remember it is about nutrients in the calories not just calories. Again I go back to the "real age diet" He says and I agree calorie poor, nutrient rich and I believe the banana is this. Also ask yourself was it created for food and it is. Power to the banana and all other fruits for that matter.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 04:54 PM
Mike
No...thats not at ALL what we are saying... What we are saying is- it doesn't matter if scientists engineer a food that burns calories, builds muscles and make you a rocket scientist. If you won't EAT it you might as well spit in one hand and wish in the other...Is a banana an optimal food- no. Was it made by the devil??? also no. Bottom line- if you want to scrutinize and analyse every food you eat every second of your day and only choose those that are absolutely optimal- you may live a very limited life in terms of variety of foods-and you may live a very limited life in terms of living LIFE- Hence Bill Phillips saying that food is to ENJOY. If a banana once in a while makes it possible for you to maintain a healthy lifestyle then as I SAID- watch your FREQUNCY, your COMBINATION and your REASONING. This is not an all or nothing pro
position- thats why it WORKS.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 05:25 PM
Of course, when adding up calories, you have to figure that the banana could be taking the place of a different food, one that is possibly higher calorie. If you are sneaking in a banana between meals every day, then I think it's fair to total up the caloric cost of that. However, if you are having a protein shake low in carbs and calories and adding a banana in, isn't that the same as your 40/40 carb/protein meal?
You can save yourself the 36,500 calories a year by not eating that banana every day, but if you are using it as a carb in a meal then you would be shorting yourself that important carb component, and a fruit at that.
Banana's are a whole food rich in many vitamins and nutrients, unprocessed and not filled with all that crap store-made foods are.
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by scrappinmichelle (31 posts) at 05:35 PM
There is a shake recipe on Eating for Life that includes one small banana, some strawberries and Myoples Lite. It's on page 314 (Strawberry Banana Smoothie).
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 05:44 PM
Rie said:
Mike
No...thats not at ALL what we are saying... What we are saying is- it doesn't matter if scientists engineer a food that burns calories, builds muscles and make you a rocket scientist. If you won't EAT it you might as well spit in one hand and wish in the other...Is a banana an optimal food- no. Was it made by the devil??? also no. Bottom line- if you want to scrutinize and analyse every food you eat every second of your day and only choose those that are absolutely optimal- you may live a very limited life in terms of variety of foods- if a banana once in a while makes it possible for you to maintain a healthy lifestyle then as I SAID- watch your FREQUNCY, your COMBINATION and your REASONING. This is not an all or nothing pro
position- thats why it WORKS.
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (17 posts) at 05:45 PM
Consider the perspective. A choice for a banana a day may give you a lost oppotunity to lose 10 pounds over a year but if the choice is between a banana or that SNICKERS (sorry to use such foul language here) everyday for a year and the lost opportunity for 50 pounds which is where most of us have been living life and that is how we got so fat was by Snickers not bananas. So bananas used in moderation just like every other food on the Body for LIFE plan is a way to get results.
So the conclusion is Eat Bananas or Don't but do what helps you have success for YOU and nobody else.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 05:55 PM
Hmmmm I eat 2 a day lol
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (751 posts) at 05:59 PM
Far too much discussion about a damn piece of fruit.
Just eat the damn thing and be done with it already.
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (97 posts) at 09:51 PM
*sitting in the kitchen consoling my much abused nanners*
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (236 posts) at 07:45 AM
Great News!! We did feel a bit left out. I shall let the UK members know this information!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Mikmindz (69 posts) at 08:40 AM
I really appreciate the support and the forum.
Thank you everyone.
Mike
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (59 posts) at 10:52 AM
Hey Mike,
I'm your mirror image! Except this is my 3 billionth time on the challenge and I just recently started again! LOL
Along with a lot of advice from above, I've also made plans for my weak moments, what I'm going to do when such and such happens.
Then if I run across a moment where I am weak and really struggling, I think of this:
Julie Whitt once said:
"If I can stick with this plan through all this pain, you can too."
Kind of a flood of emotions right there, but in the end, it won't let you quit either.
Hope this helps! But trust me, WE are not alone!
Steve
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 12:51 AM
krispy kreme IV...that was hilarious, TJ...what a mental picture...and i don't even like the darn things! too funny...
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 03:37 AM
I just have to mention I totally agree with Teresa too. One thing I never do is look at the calories of these episodes. WHO WANTS THAT KIND OF INFORMATION KICKING AROUND IN THE BRAIN.
Once and only ONCE I did the calorie count on a binge. It was so long ago (like last spring or something) but it is burned in my brain and I will never forget it. The cheat really wasn't bad at all, wasn't donuts, McD's, cookies, etc. it was almonds - just some innocent little almonds that I ate on the way home from the store. I plugged the amount into fitday.com when I got home! It was in excess of 900 cal (and quite probably more; I'm usually pretty easy on myself with this type of thing). This on top of my intake for the day was way high. The little "pie" that fitday gives you just about blew up with the fat "slice". Truly an eye-opener and that was only with almonds. I swore I'd never ever do it again and I never did; at least not with almonds.
This will be harsh too so don't read if you don't want to. With what you ate is most likely in excess of 3000 cal - thats a pound. Quite easy to do but we all know how difficult it is to remove the pound don't we? I could probably out-binge you any day LOL and there is no mouth more appreciative of food than mine so I know what its like. The secret is determining if its worth it; for me it always is when its in my mouth but the results of not putting it there are far more worth it. I really need to practice what I preach!!!!!! Good luck Roe, you can easily get over this!
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 04:23 AM
I'm just glad they don't sell these Krispy Kreme donuts in the UK, as they seem to be responsible for many a BFL binge! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 05:37 PM
ooooh , Krispy Kremes are bad news...I can hardly resist them.
But we've all been there, so feel bad for a little bit, then use that guilt to power it out for the next week starting today. You can do it!!
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 05:37 PM
ooooh , Krispy Kremes are bad news...I can hardly resist them.
But we've all been there, so feel bad for a little bit, then use that guilt to power it out for the next week starting today. You can do it!!
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 05:48 PM
AAAYYYYYIIIIIEEEE!!!!
(holding hands to eyes, singing "la la la la")
Dammit. I am NOT going to open this thread again.
T-N-T, that's 8 seconds. 8 seconds gives you the perfect melty, gooey warmth.
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 05:50 PM
LMAO I deleted it but I will put it up again
They are great when they are hot off the press. Or if you put them in the microwave for 10-15 sec.
Personally they are waaayyyy to sweet from me and literally hurt my teeth when I eat them but I used to eat quit a bit of them a few years ago.... ahhh thank god that nasty addiction has stopped. Not gonna lie KK really contributed a lot to my before photo last year.
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (523 posts) at 06:04 PM
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
OOOOO
If anyone needs me, I'll be rocking in the corner in the fetal position whimpering.
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (815 posts) at 07:40 PM
Oh, yummy, scrumptious, lickety-warm Krispy Kreme glazed donut in my hand. CRAP! There it goes, onto the floor, right in the ball of cat hair and that puddle of egg yolks that's three hours old. Ewwww. And I think there's a -- yes, a spider carcass is stuck to my Krispy Kreme!!! OMG -- the horror! It's such a horrific sight -- salmonella and cat-hair crusted glazed spider donut!!!
Eat it?! What? I can't even look at it! Where's the dog?
(There, now it's safe to come out. :-))
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (717 posts) at 08:32 PM
Um...yes, it happens. And that's all I'm gonna say about it! lol.
Don't look back, only look forward. Next time don't start again the next day, start again with the next bite and don't be too hard on yourself!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Boise Lifer (5 posts) at 09:35 AM
GREAT message T! I can attest that I haven't been this sore in a long time...especially after wednesdays UB workout. =) But I do love the feeling!! =)
WOOHOO!! =)
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 12:52 AM
This is why I respect Kerry's opinion so much - the dude practices what he preaches!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 01:04 AM
I guess I'll be the only male commenting here so I'll keep it simple. Props to you Kerry.....Keep up the hard work. Hope I can look that good in a few years from now.
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 04:04 AM
LOL - Kerry is now in 2nd!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Forest Tech (118 posts) at 05:52 AM
You are looking awesome!! A great inspiration to everyone!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (141 posts) at 06:52 AM
Kerry has DEFINATELY done a great job and I can't wait to see the end results at the end of this challenge :D
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 10:21 AM
LMAO - KERRY IS IN #1 SPOT!!!!!!!!!!!
Kerry I do believe I should be campaigning for a politician afterall - ROFLMAO!!!!!
Way to go Kerry - you deserve it!!!!
P.S. make sure Nancy Jane sees!!!!!
Tracey
Body for Life Forum Message by jamber (963 posts) at 02:42 PM
Oh, I'm sure NJ is paying attention!! My sister saw Kerry on here and said she thought he looked like Keifer Sutherland(which is a very good thing, BTW). I actually think Kerry is buffer than him, huh?
Kerry you ROCK!!!
Jamber :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 08:06 PM
Just in case everyone doesn't see this and hasn't voted - its a bump.
I'm the best campaign manager I ever did see!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 12:32 AM
Another idea....make a list of thie things you really want to eat - instead of putting it in your mouth, put it down on paper. Then put the paper away. If you have another craving, write it down. Get the list back out on freeday. You can eat whatever you want (but the odds are you probably won't even want most of it.)
Acknowledge the craving, write it down to get it out of the way, and move on!
Sounds silly, but it does work!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 03:45 AM
Can you do something like TNT did? She made a "his & hers" pantry. Can you ask to re-arrange a section or even better a separate cupboard that is just "your space" and only open that cupboard door? It may relieve some of the temptation. Another thing I've done and it may be very insulting to other people, is take on a "I'm not eating THAT CRAP" attitude sub-consciously. Again, it may come across as rude sometimes but it kind of works.
Body for Life Forum Message by Mickymacb (442 posts) at 08:20 AM
Ask your mom to stock snacks she likes, but ones that you don't.
For example, I get my husband fruit pies. I don't like them, but he does, so I can make him a treat without wanting even a small taste.
Just another option. :) HANG IN THERE!!
Micky
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (98 posts) at 08:28 AM
Good Idea, Flower! Hang in there, Daisy. Maybe you could brush your teeth when you see that CRAP! Or have your own supply of ingredients to make BFL authorized desserts. They're yummy and it feels like you're cheating!
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 08:43 AM
Before hubby decided to go with BFL, we had that crap in the house. Yeah..it was tempting, but we decided that it would be best to just keep it in ONE cupboard. I would put it up out of my reach, and constantly remind myself that -FOOD IS FUEL! I also kept alot of BFL snacks prepared and within arms reach.
Body for Life Forum Message by PharmerStephanie (27 posts) at 10:47 AM
I find it very hard to keep on track when I go home to stay with my parents for up to 3 weeks over breaks. The best way for me to do it is to put pressure on myself by letting everyone know I am an awesome temptation-resisting machine right off the bat. Then, it becomes easier for me because I feel like there is social pressure to make the right choice, even if it is just in my head. I said I would eat a certain way, and I don't want to look like a liar or hypocrite. :)
Obviously this is a less long-term situation than living with one's parents, but it really helps me even when my fiance brings home sodas and potato chips. I just have to say it like I mean it.
Good luck!
Body for Life Forum Message by daisy23 (60 posts) at 11:16 AM
Wow guys! Thanks for all of the great advice.
Ashtrash- I think that's a great idea about buying the groceries FOR her. Plus she would be so thankful that she didn't have to do it. :) I also need to start making meals. I was doing that before the holidays and it worked out really well for the both of us. She was eating healthier and said she didn't come home and snack after work because she new I would fix dinner when I got home. Wow! If I could get my mom to take better care of her body just by fixing meals, that's well worth it!
That's also a great idea about writing down tempting foods to save for your freeday. Most of the time when I think about a food I really want I think, "All I have to do is wait until my freeday." But I think writing it out would be so much better.
Akladydi- This time last year I went to a convenience store almost every day after work and bought a pint of icecream and tons of candy. Not only did I gain about 15 or so lbs, feel extremely depressed and had no energy, but I wasted so much money!! I cannot imagine if I WORKED in that convenience store! That is the biggest test for you and it sounds like you are doing really great. If you can resist that temptation, literally all around you, then I know I can. Keep up the good work!
Suz- You're so right about the gas station. I almost always pay at the pump because I don't even want to face the temptation when I check out.
I do try and keep most of "my" food together. But sometimes it's just hard because the healthy stuff is on the left side of the pantry but the junk is staring at me on the right side. Also, when she buys cake, cookies or donuts she just leaves them on the counter at such easy access! When I was really struggling with my binge eating I told her to hide that kind of stuff from me but I don't feel like that's fair for her to have to live like that. I've gotten better since then but it's still a struggle at times.
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (17 posts) at 12:03 AM
Holy flippin amazing!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (244 posts) at 05:34 AM
I agree with Christie, you are a survivor! You have SO much on your plate (no pun intended!!), yet you keep inspiring us with your energy and great spirit. Know that we're here to listen to you vent and we're behind you 100%!!
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 07:04 AM
I have committed today to let only U vent.........It's your day.....
The MAGIC IS HAPPENING in the midst of it all!!!
BB
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 07:47 AM
"Love the moment and the energy of the moment will spread
beyond all boundaries."
--Corita Kent
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:48 AM
Udenia, You do it because you are an absolutely amazing lady!!!!! You are such an inspiration to the rest of us!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2166 posts) at 11:43 AM
I didn't get much homework done last night, but I did have a plan on attacking it this weekend. Ensuring my son gets his mid day naps, means I can catch up on my CSCI3201 course that I am taking, having a hard time with it.
and to let you know I am NOT giving up, I brought all my stuff to go to the gym today, even though I have a meeting at 1230, I will still go, just a little earlier and get back in time for the meeting.
Body for Life Forum Message by David870 (22 posts) at 12:31 PM
My compliments to you on your courage and persistence....you know, the people I chat with on these boards impress me...I've only been a BFL person for a couple of weeks now but I realize that if a person wants a new body and a new way of life, they'll do it. They'll overcome the obstacles and make the sacrifices.
And they make health the goal. I'm beginning to see that, except for your spiritual life, NOTHING is more important than a person's health. You can be fabulously rich and talented and be loved and respected by many people, but where are you without your health? You'll never have a true quality of life without it....and all the things we have to juggle in life (school, careers, marriages, families) don't matter if we don't take care of ourselves. Thank you for reminding me how a person can triumph in the midst of some pretty serious odds.
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:04 PM
WOW..
You deserved "2" light beers as far as I am concerned! : )
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 02:27 PM
I'm impressed that you are able to keep at it, but you look great! Having a special needs child and going to school!!!???? Wow, that is a lot to manage, but the fact that you are doing something positive for yourself and sticking with it is just amazing. Good for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 02:48 PM
Drink Mic ultras and have 3....
that having been said:
*Kowtows*
I'M NOT WORTHY! I'M NOT WORTHY!
Body for Life Forum Message by Udenia (2166 posts) at 03:24 PM
I am a COORS LIGHT girl! I am hoping to find some help with the course, if not I just have to buckle down and concentrate, of course, when I am not chasing my son around the living room trying to catch him before he rubs vicks vapor rub all over the floors and TV...
Body for Life Forum Message by blessedgirl (3 posts) at 12:46 AM
I use Loreal's sublime gelie med/dark. It leaves your skin super soft and doesnt have an orange glow. If I had my top pick though I would use st. tropez it's the best I have EVER used! But it's a bit pricey. I was actually going to look on ebay for it.
If you havent used self tanners before make sure you exfoliate BEFORE you shave and then put your tanner on right after you dry off. Just use all self tanners sparingly around the ankles, knees and elbows. Hope that helps! Carmel
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 08:00 AM
I have to agree with Carmel!! The Loreal sublime is the absolute best!!! That is what I used in my 12 week pictures. I have used both the med/dark and the deep dark. I used the one that is tinted so I can see how well I am putting it on. I start applying it everyday about 3-4 days before my pictures. And like Carmel said, make sure you exfoliate well before using any self tanner.
I wish you all the best!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 08:46 AM
Try doing a search here, for self-tanners. I know this topic has come up in the past..with a lot of our comments and which worked best for who. Someone had recommended the Jergens Natural Glow daily moisturizer. I have been using it, and love it. It doesn't streak, and looks natural- but it is not very dark...just gives you a healthy glow. At any rate, remember to exfoliate.
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (38 posts) at 08:49 AM
I use Clarins alot... a bit on the expensive side but I thought it always produced a nice even natural looking "fake tan" ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (59 posts) at 09:24 AM
Any recommendations for applying it? I have always used the Neutrogena kinds, so maybe it's the brand, but no matter what I always end up with streaks. And how the heck are you supposed to do your back??? My BF refuses to help (mostly because I've complained about how bad I am at applying it, so he figures he won't be much better :)
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 09:36 AM
I wear medical gloves so it doesn't stain my hands. That seems to work really well. As for applying to your back...double jointed?? I have seen lotion applicators for the back...it's similar to a sponge on a stick (roughly). If I am doing it myself, I try to tackle my back from every position imaginable. I have it down to missing a tiny circle in the middle of my back, and I am NOT double jointed.
Body for Life Forum Message by MissionGirl (3 posts) at 09:54 AM
I us ModelCo tan airbrush in a can. You get it at sephora. It tans instantly and looks so natural. Smells like cocoa butter too. Highly recommend it!
http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P96122&categoryId=B70
Body for Life Forum Message by Hillary (59 posts) at 10:11 AM
Okay, is it easier to do your back if you use the spray one like that MissionGirl?
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (35 posts) at 11:03 AM
I use neutrogena with the color in it so I can see where it is going on AND I moisturize with a regular moisturizer beforehand.
Thats what I used for my first week 12's. I also spray tanned once but the bulk of it was neutrogena.
For applying, I wash my hands vigorously afterward and then have my darling hubby apply it to the backs of my hands.
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 11:16 AM
As far as the streaks, the trick is to not stop rubbing it in until it is completely dry- that is, if you're still moist after rubbing it in- you havent rubbed enough- if you google "applying self tanners" ( and similar) you will find whole web sites devoted to it-I like magic tan type booths- a lot of tanning salons have them- you go in, it sprays a fine mist all over, front and back and by the time you step out you're almost dry!
Body for Life Forum Message by daisy23 (60 posts) at 11:21 AM
I also use Loreal sublime but I don't use it everyday because it begins to look too orange.
I've tried putting it on my back because it just seems to hard. How much does it cost to go to a magic tan booth? Does it smell, how long does it last? I stay away from tanning bed because it's so bad for your skin!
Body for Life Forum Message by Momentquo (39 posts) at 11:56 AM
Believe it or not Dark skinned people tan for fitness/figure and bodybuilding contest too...
Body for Life Forum Message by Momentquo (39 posts) at 11:58 AM
Question was...do you know any sunless tanners for dark skinned people?
And for those that have stretch marks...does tanners/tanning somewhat hide or lessen the look of stretch marks?
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 12:09 PM
Also, don't put on clothes until it is dry, because you will rub some off and turn you clothes orange.
Body for Life Forum Message by MissionGirl (3 posts) at 01:30 PM
Hillary said:
Okay, is it easier to do your back if you use the spray one like that MissionGirl?
It's easy for me to tan my back. As long as you spray light and a few inches away. That way you don't need to rub it in. Just wait til it dries before you get dressed. I am wearing the spray in my profile pic. You can see there how natural it looks and like I said, the tan is instant! :-)
Body for Life Forum Message by Suz2lose (35 posts) at 01:40 PM
THanks for all the replies...However, I use self-tanners religously...I'm a northern girl by birth not to mention my grandmothers red hair is in my blood! I use the Loreal Sublime med/dark...but I was told that they are changing the product. I don't want to wait to find out after the fact that I don't have an alternate. I will check a few that were listed! Thanks y'all! Youre so generous, every one of ya!
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 07:13 AM
BULL is doubling up today...........yep! Did the Hank Johnson 12-minute 30-on-30-off Bust Your A$$ Special on the on elliptical this morning! Tonight I knock out a solid LBWO and 8 loads of laundry!!! (Yes, ladies, I do do the laundry at my house!)
This weekend I am going to try running and see if my back can handle the stress (Thank God for ellipticals!)
I am pumped about this run...I really think I can handle it now! I ran the Indy 500 Mini-marathon in '93 and really screwed up my sacro-iliac joint something fierce. My running days basically ended at that point. I think I will take Lucy, our new Golden Retriever, for a jog........she will love it!
Wish me luck.......
BB
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (3 posts) at 07:19 AM
GOOD LUCK!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1156 posts) at 07:22 AM
?What is the...Hank Johnson 12-minute 30-on-30-off Bust Your A$$ Special ???
Not only is it Friday...but it's my FREEDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
lORI
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:36 AM
Best wishes to you!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (98 posts) at 07:52 AM
GOOD LUCK, BB! I'm with ya on the laundry, but what is Hank Johnson...(what Lori said)...
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 07:58 AM
Work it BB, work iiiiiiittttt!!!!
Hey if we could only get my husband to do the laundry without ruining all my clothes. LOL.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 08:07 AM
I'd sacrifice a shirt once on a while if it meant someone else did the laundry....
MY FREE DAY TOO!!!! YIPEEEEEEEE!
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 08:44 AM
Bull...you are kicking some ass!! Weee Haww- you and your dog are gonna have a blast on that run! Be safe..Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (244 posts) at 10:19 AM
You're gonna run in this ICKY rain?!!? I admit, I'm a wimp when it comes to exercising outside when it's not between 50 and 70 degrees with no humidity! I go to the mall and walk with the old timers when I'm doing my long training walks!!
I bet I got you beat on the laundry...it's 11 AM and I'm on load number 4...with no end in sight! Luckily, DH suggested that I stay home and do laundry today...so HE and the boy have clean clothes this weekend while the girls and I are in Chicago! I envy DesiraBull for your laundry prowess!!
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 10:31 AM
Look at his INDY forecast! This is PERFECT weather to run in!!! Layer up a little, get that lather worked up and hit the trail all you Hoosier-folk!!!!
ROD ARE YOU RUNNING THIS WEEKEND???
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Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (168 posts) at 11:13 AM
BB, you are awesome, man!
I told you that I am Cardi O'Whiner. And to do a run in 40 degree weather. I'm also allergic to cold weather!
Good work.
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (244 posts) at 12:05 PM
Oh, I thought you meant TODAY!! I KNEW the weekend was gonna be better. Saturday might be a little cold for me (I get hives if I try to work out in weather that's TOO cold), but Sunday I'd be out in my layers! LOVE the sun!
I'll be thinkin' of you as I'm on the treadmill in Chicago...it WILL be too cold for me there!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Rod has changed his Bod (509 posts) at 12:21 PM
You know it
I work all day on Saturday, but I will be out on a run on Sunday.
I had a great run in the cold and rain on Wed!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gotta love this Indiana Weather
I hope your run goes good so you can join me for the Mini this May.
Rod
Body for Life Forum Message by bethkk (244 posts) at 12:48 PM
Rod, you're doing the Mini?!!? I am, too...it'll be my fifth year. In the past I was strictly a walker, but I may try to add in a tiny bit of running this year. I want to break my best time, and I think I'll have to run a little to do it. Since I've started BFL I've been running on the treadmill, and I even ran on the Monon once (only can make it about 1/2 mile before I have to walk, but that's a start!).
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (98 posts) at 07:54 AM
I REALLY blew it yesterday! I only ate 4 meals! FOUR! I had 2 shakes, cottage cheese with a banana and scallops with wh. wheat pasta and broccoli! I missed a mid meal and missed my last meal, too!
Do you think this is going to screw me up?! I only had about 800 or 900 calories yesterday!
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (23 posts) at 08:10 AM
I think you may be okay, but I noticed that yesterday with my upper body workout I could barely finish. (I think I've been undereating since I started, except my free day.) So, I wouldn't make it a habit.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 08:13 AM
No. Sometimes I get busy and do that too. But varying your total calories from day to day sometimes revs up your metabolism....even tho I know that;s not suggested in BFL, it has worked for me in other diets. Dont worry about it and just make sure you get all 6 in tomorrow! Plus, its better than OVER eating for sure! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Tomcat1066 (141 posts) at 08:16 AM
As long as it's a sometimes thing, I don't see that big of a problem. Like others have said, just don't make it a habit :D
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 08:20 AM
Not really one day is just going to create a zig zag effect. Keeping your body guessing on it's caloric intake. I just would not follow it for days in a row. It's not like exceeding your calories by 1000-2000 cal. that causes damage. Just move back to your regularly scheduled program.
T
Body for Life Forum Message by nikki (98 posts) at 08:23 AM
Thanks for the input. I guess it is better than over eating! I could've caved into the Hot chocolate and cookies I was handing out last night, but I didn't! YAY me!
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 08:52 AM
Nikki....great job and not indulging on the "treats!" I, too, don't think that one day will mess you up. Just don't make it a habit. Sounds like you are doing a stellar job. Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 09:16 AM
Nikkie, some days I do the same thing. Life just gets in the way of eating every two hours. The only thing I notice is less energy and usually a faster drop in measurements and scale weight. I would try to eat a little more today to balance the deficit out. Otherwise it's going to be that much harder to build that precious muscle.
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (28 posts) at 09:21 AM
Nikki,
I the EFL book, even Bill admits that he is not perfect all of the time and sometimes he does not get all of his meals. He said that it is what you do most of the time that matters. So dont worry and try to get all of your meals in the rest of your week. Take care,
Jenn
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (99 posts) at 08:14 AM
I've got a theory that if you give 100% all of the time, somehow things will work out in the end.
- Larry Bird
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 08:30 AM
THANKS!! Thats a good one.
Body for Life Forum Message by Boise Lifer (5 posts) at 09:28 AM
Hey everyone!
Just a quick update. Moving right along this week. Things are going GREAT!!
Still sore from UB workout on wed. What a great workout that was! I will be posting my before pics this sunday as well as my 1 week photos on sunday. Each sunday I will post progress photos up as well, until reaching 12 weeks! At that point, I will be ready for the bahamas!! =)
Hope everyone is doing great with their workouts!! =)
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 10:02 AM
Congratulations on completing your first week!!! It sounds like you are doing a fantastic job! Progress pictures are a great motivator!! Keep up the great work!!! I wish you all the best!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (168 posts) at 11:16 AM
Good job! Keep it up!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Oohlala (30 posts) at 09:39 AM
Scotfarcus was challenge 1, Oohlala is C2! I chose that name because it is the name of my business and in general it fits my personality! C2 is more personal this time, so I felt I needed a name change to reflect it!
Thanks
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (1013 posts) at 09:46 AM
Way to go Scott! Ok, so I have to ask more about your business with a name like that!
So spill it...what do you do?
Body for Life Forum Message by Oohlala (30 posts) at 09:56 AM
Well, you might assume that a business with that name might be a little risque, but it isn't! I own a nail salon that specialized in pink and white acrylic nails also known as "French Nails". I have always used the phrase to express things that I like, so I use it for my business! When I look at my but in the mirror I hope to be using the phrase for that and not my nails!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Oohlala (30 posts) at 09:56 AM
Oops butt has two t's not one!
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (78 posts) at 03:08 PM
Cool name!
"Ulala" is also the lead character in the PS 2 video game "Space Channel 5." She's a reporter for a futuristic TV station and has VERY pink hair. My son the gamer ran through the game in about an hour! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (573 posts) at 03:35 PM
I guess I have to change all the competition sheets now. Don't forget to tell BB your new name. We don't want him to be confused.
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (573 posts) at 03:36 PM
oops wrong captain. Stepor is your captain.
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 03:48 PM
"Oops butt has two t's not one!"
A lot of people get that mixed up with my fav singer too...2 t's in Buffett!!!
Great new name!
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (40 posts) at 10:18 AM
Ok so my second week is drawing to a close, just a run in the morning and then no more workouts this week. Did anyone else go thru a phase of being exhausted around this time in their challenge? Please tell me this is normal. My food intake is right on schedule and I am getting right at 1900 calories a day, which is up from the 1400 or 1500 I would take in before the challenge. I feel fine till around 3 pm or so then I just wanna crash, maybe im not getting enough sleep who knows?
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (59 posts) at 10:39 AM
You're training for a mini-marathon right? If so, what's your cardio like?
When you lift weights, do you smell amonia afterword, if so you are burning muscle big time.
How much sleep do you get? And what kind of carbos are you eating?
I've been a bit tired, but my sleep is down as well due to my wife returning to school and studying in the evening. But I'm not exhausted. Outside of some jitters after a fat burning supplement Wednesday, I feel really good.
Steve
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (59 posts) at 10:42 AM
Another question... Are you eating really good vegies and meats? I saw someone on the board had anemia (low iron count in blood), that could happen if your vitamins aren't right. There is also a sugar question, but that is more a function of the carbos and should actually be getting better if so...
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (35 posts) at 10:50 AM
I've gotten he mid-day sleepies for a long time; for me, I foudn they are often exacerbated by dehydration. If I drink a couple glasses of H20 it seems to help.
On the anemia, if you're anemic your side effects would be VERY severe...dizziness, sleepiness...get a blood test to determine.
If you're not getting 8 hours a night, taht could be it. Everybody needs 8.
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (40 posts) at 10:51 AM
stepor,
Yes I am training for a mini marathon. right now my cardio is 4 days a week.
MON off or real slow 2 miles (12 min miles to run the soreness out from Saturday)
Tue 4 miles
WED off or speedwork (800 meter intervals)
THUR 4 miles
Fri off
SAT- long run 7 miles this week
SUN- off or real slow 2 miles (12 min miles to run the soreness out from Saturday)
Im looking at my foods over the past week and all of my carbs have come from grapes, a tangerine, whole wheat tortillas, brown rice, myoplex lite, and phosphagen. I am thinking that it has something to do with being out in the freezing weather all day on WED. It was snowing and I didnt feel my feet all day, gotta love german winters. Since all of this started that night.
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 11:00 AM
Make sure you get enough carbs on days you run. Any time I do a run that's longer than the BFL recomended 20 min HIIT, I get REAL tired, during the run. My body is used to being very energetic during runs coz I used to eat WAY to many carbs. Now, frankly, I don't think I get enough for marathon training, but I really want to lose weight, so I just figure I'll have to deal with the tiredness. 10 lbs off your body=20 min off your marathon time, all other things being equal. I will increase my carbs 2 weeks before my goal race though.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 12:21 PM
RSS, I am experiencing this now, too. I also did the first challenge I did 2 years ago. It got better for me, and I think it has to do with all the hard work our bodies are doing, building up muscles and recovering from workouts. I like to take a little 20 rest in the afternoons, and that helps to revive me. I'm also going to bed early so I get a solid 8-9 hours of sleep at night. Of course, one of my little ones is sick at the moment so sleep has been a bit short the last few nights.
Try to take care of yourself, get lots of rest, drink lots of water, and if it doesn't get better in a couple of weeks I'd see a doctor to rule out any other causes.
Take care and good luck with your training! I SO admire people who can run marathons. It takes so much dedication to train for one.
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by Runningsouthernstyle (40 posts) at 01:11 PM
thanks for the advice guys, I have been looking back thru my records and see that since WED, i havent been drinking nearly the same amount of water as before. (good thing I keep track of water consumption) I think that may be a big part of the issue. I just downed a few quarts of water over the last hour or so and i feel like a brand new man. Thanks again for the help and encouragement and thanks to ROBIN for giving me the idea to check my water.
RSS
Body for Life Forum Message by nurse36 (209 posts) at 11:07 AM
Yippee!!! Yippee!! Yippee for me!!!! I just found out that I passed the dreaded NCLEX exam!! (A national licensure exam that nurses have to take to get their license to practice!) And, UGH! The two days of waiting to find out if I passed nearly broke me!!
I just wanted to say a BIG "THANKS" to everyone who has encouraged me! I guess now I am OFFICIALLY nurse36, BSN!!
Yippee!! Yippee!! Yippee!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (168 posts) at 11:10 AM
Congrats to you! What an accomplishment!
Tom
Body for Life Forum Message by Rie (476 posts) at 11:12 AM
Wow! I've heard that is mega tough- good for you!
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (28 posts) at 11:56 AM
Nurse36,
Hey congrats! I am preparing for nursing school now. I have 3 courses left to take until I can apply for acceptance in the local nursing programs here. The sad thing is that although I have a great GPA, it wont help me because in my area all nursing schools have lottery's to get in! So, it will be a couple of years for me! I am truely very happy for you. My mother has a BSN and a CCRN. She loves her job and makes great money. I am sure you will too!!! Take Care,
Jenn
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 12:06 PM
Congratulations from a BSN for almost 20 years! Welcome to the team, we need more of you. Wishing you well in all that you do, feel fre to email me directly with career questions.
Body for Life Forum Message by amodellawyer (37 posts) at 12:29 PM
Congratulations! That's awesome. Just imagine waiting 2 months for your results as you have to with the bar exam. We're all happy for you. I'm sure you'll do a fabulous job
Body for Life Forum Message by sloth501 (91 posts) at 01:13 PM
Hey, at least you only had to wait 2 days....I had to wait 9 weeks before I found out I had passed the Professional Engineer exam. :)
Congratulations! I know that exam is a real bear. My wife was really worried when she took it 4 years ago because she had her dream job (Labor & Deliver nurse) BUT the hospital told her if she didn't pass, they would not hold the slot for her.....
Body for Life Forum Message by LOVE4KIDS (43 posts) at 01:30 PM
Congratulations from another RN! All those hours of studying have paid off! I wish you the best! Karyn
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 02:05 PM
YAY>..congratulations!!
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:09 PM
Congrats!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 02:15 PM
So Proud!
Congrats. I'm sure that the folks to whom you care will be so lucky.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Flower (2265 posts) at 02:16 PM
Congratulations!!! Great accomplishment!
Body for Life Forum Message by crone (573 posts) at 02:41 PM
Congrats.
Body for Life Forum Message by Cauda Equina (78 posts) at 03:01 PM
Yea!!! Good job!!!
That's a quick response too. I had to wait well over a month to hear back from the Medical Board that I'd passed my LMT exam.
Best of success in your new profession!
Body for Life Forum Message by drjlbaileyii (468 posts) at 03:19 PM
Great job Nursy!!!! proud of ya....I hope all is well!!! Doc
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (754 posts) at 06:46 PM
as I said in my Pm.... CONGRATS!
Way to go my fellow Nurse :)
Talk to ya soon hon
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (815 posts) at 07:34 PM
Congratulations!!!!!
Lincolnjenn -- I'm in the EXACT same place as you, as far as taking the pre-reqs need just to apply, then having to deal with the lottery system.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:39 PM
Congratulations!!!!! Way To Go!!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 11:26 AM
Role call.................Anybody know where WECAN is???
BIG BULL wonderin'
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (460 posts) at 11:54 AM
I haven't talked to her lately, but I think she just has a lot on her plate at the moment. She updates her blog periodically. But yeah, I miss her around Tracker, too. :(
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 11:56 AM
what's her blog?
Body for Life Forum Message by Karla (460 posts) at 11:58 AM
http://wecandoit2005.blogspot.com/
I know she's also been on MySpace a lot lately, too, according to her. I'm not really into MySpace. I don't know the link to Mary's MySpace, or "HerSpace", or whatever.
Body for Life Forum Message by SupaFreak (1013 posts) at 11:55 AM
NBC is running commericals for the Torino Olympics with a song called 'Someday' by Flipsyde playing.
It's a great 'pump you up' song.
But I just found the lyrics....Uh Ha....No wonder NBC only uses 30 seconds of words! Ha!
"Someday"
[Chorus]
Someday we gonna rise up on that wind you know
Someday we gonna dance with those lions
Someday we gonna break free from these chains and keep on flyin'
[Verse 1]
They tellin' me it's all good just wait
You know you're gonna be there someday
Sippin' on Jim Beam ok
Gotta get these things one day
Till then do another line you know
Searching for that other high
Stop or I gotta steal then steal
Kill or I'm gonna be killed
I got a sack in my pocket
Conscious yellin' drop it
You know we're gonna lose it someday
And we tryin' to hold it all together but the devil is too clever so
I'm gonna die you gonna die we gonna die Someday one day I said
[Chorus]
Someday we gonna rise up on the wind you know
Someday we gonna dance with those lions
Someday we gonna break free from these chains and keep on flyin'
[Verse 2]
Try to lie but it ain't me Ain't me
Try to look but I can't see
Can't stop right now cause I'm too far and I can't keep goin' cause it's too hard
In the day in the night it's the same thing
On the field on the block it's the same game
On the real if you stop then it's no pain but if you can't feel pain then it's no gain
Rearrange and you change and it's all bad and you try to maintain but you fall back
And you crawl and you slip and you slide down
Wanna make it to the top better start now
So I hold my soul and I die hard
All alone in the night in the graveyard
Someday one day I'm gonna be free and they won't try to kill me for being me
Hey someday
[Chorus]
Someday we gonna rise up on that wind you know
Someday we gonna dance with those lions
Someday we gonna break free from these chains and keep on flyin'
If you know how this is
Gonna see it's not that easy
Don't stop get it till it's done
From where you are or have begun
I said keep on try a little harder to see everything you need to be
Believe in your dreams
That you see when you're asleep
[Chorus]
Someday we gonna rise up on that wind you know
Someday we gonna dance with those lions
Someday we gonna break free from these chains and keep on flyin'
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 02:00 PM
I don't get it.
But I DO love that song. When I first heard it on my TV, I ran out from my kitchen to listen...it is a great workout tune!
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 02:09 PM
...and in a weird, relate-the-Tracker threads, the lead singer's name is....PIPER!!
Body for Life Forum Message by scrappinmichelle (31 posts) at 12:04 PM
He said he was bringing his laptop and updating the events at the expo! Wish I was there sooooooooooooooo bad!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by shkelly (189 posts) at 12:17 PM
I think he is gonna update as soon as they announce the 2005 Champion at the Gala. He will have his laptop there. HTH!! We should be hearing soon! I can't wait!
SHelly =)
Body for Life Forum Message by NormRebs (275 posts) at 01:21 PM
So, whats going on with the challenge? I haven't seen any updated numbers!
Body for Life Forum Message by NewMe06 (5 posts) at 08:23 PM
I was wondering as well!!
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:06 PM
I have been doing my ab exercises to "I Wanna Do It All"!
That is a great upbeat & driven song.
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:08 PM
lol..Ok, I spelled her name wrong, should be no 'e' at the end, must be a Flyer thing thinking Bobby there. They won't let me edit the title..lol. Oh well!
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 02:32 PM
I just need to vent a little frustration. I have been plagued by this blasted back injury for the last 11 years. I finally found a physical therapist who can help me, have been pain free for almost 2 months and nursed it along and the first week I try some strenuous exercise, my cervical vertebrae rotates and pinches a nerve (owwwww!). So, I missed my cardio workout yesterday to go the PT (and I like cardio) and they tell me to take it easy for a week or two!!!?? What do you think that means???? Can I do this program and " Take it Easy"?
Frustrated in Seattle
Body for Life Forum Message by BIG BULL (896 posts) at 02:38 PM
I have battled back issues for 20 years! I know your pain. I would say get as educated as you can, but you probably have already done that. I have used a chiropractor and PT combined to get educated and learn how to take care of my lower back/sacroiliac problems. It is tougn, but the I have found the elliptical to really be the answer as far as cardio is concerned.
BB
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:40 PM
Well, I don't know much about the specifics of back injuries, but something I have done recently to ease the stress put onto my back & shins was changed my cardio from the treadmill to the elliptical machines. It has helped tremendously.
About 3 weeks ago I was on the treadmill & overheard a staff member explaining the elliptical machine to a new member. She said it would be better on the body.
I find also that I am getting better cardio workouts too.
Good luck.
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (345 posts) at 03:09 PM
I don't know if this helps, but I've had back problems all week. did something stupid and was rewarded with pain in my lower back. Anyway today was my first day back in the gym and for weights (lbwo) I did REALLY light (thought it would just be kind of a throw away workout) but reeeeaaaaalllllyyyy slow... got what felt like a really good workout without involving my back muscles. Am a little more nervous about doing ubwo but will try the same tactic and see.
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 05:29 PM
Thanks for the input you guys! I think I will continue to work out with caution and maybe avoid any over the head stuff. I have tried elliptical trainers before, but don't really like them, they bother my feet, not sure why. Maybe some Yoga to stretch would be good too. Thanks for the support!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (2 posts) at 02:38 PM
Im curious if anyone has noticed a difference from either taking or not taking free days, or by having all out binge type free days vs. having a more modest less indulgent free day and the effects on progress that it had?
Reason I am asking is that im feeling horribly guilty on my free day so Im wondering if it will be ok to skip the free day, OR should I tell myself to NOT feel guilty becuase others made progress with no problem despite the free day?? I know i know its in the program, BUT did anyone make faster progress by not taking the free day or at least not pigging out on that day?
Thanks for any input for a newbie :)
JOJO
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 02:43 PM
Don;t feel guilty at all.
I for one take an all out binge. It helps me the rest of the week. Looking forward to it towards the end of the week after regretting it at the begining. But according to Bill, that's why it's there.
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 02:43 PM
I skipped 1 freeday my last challenge and noticed a BIG difference. This challenge I've gone 13 days so far with no free meals and I intend to last atleast another week. I'm eating plenty of calories though, so I don't know if you'll be able to respond the same way. I think I've actually gained a little weight even but at the same time lost an inch off my waist. So I guess the bottom line is if you feel like skipping it then go for it. Just whatever you do don't binge at a later date.
Body for Life Forum Message by AirSpace (111 posts) at 02:53 PM
I say that the best free day is the one that best helps you reach your goals!
If you are constantly finding yourself battling cravings and cheating throughout the week, make sure to eat those things on free day so that you can be clean during the week!
If you find that taking a free day is sending you into an uncontrollable binge that sets you off plan for more than one day... don't do it! limit it to a free meal or set some other boundaries!
If you find that your progress is stalling due to a sustained decreased calorie level, but don't want to touch junk food - make your free day a high-calorie "clean" food day where you eat on plan but bigger portions and add some extra healthy fats.
Feel free to experiment in your first challenge with what works best for YOU... and do NOT feel guilty!
just my two cents :)
Erin
Body for Life Forum Message by rbantau (4 posts) at 02:55 PM
I think the free day is really important. I'm just a noob to BFL but I think it is important for several reasons. First, people who have a pretty good chunk of weight (no pun intended) to lose have obviously struggled with weight loss. You've probably struggled with will power and with sticking with other programs. Like one of the previous people said, this gives you something to work for. It is something to look forward to and you get one every week. I also think it's important because I have read from more than one source that it's beneficial to "shock" your system now and then so it doesn't get into a rut. I think that the people who really see a difference by not taking the cheat day are more likely people who have 25 pounds or less to lose. I think the key here is to not stuff yourself but eat what you want and keep up the portion control.
Just my $0.02
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 03:10 PM
Free day revs up your metabolism in case you body has gone into starvation mode. It also satisfies any cravings you may have had that week. You gotta do it. Dont feel like you have to binge, but eat whatever you feel like eating, and stop when you're full. Change in calories/content of food once a week is a good thing.
Body for Life Forum Message by VegasGuy (100 posts) at 04:20 PM
Not to beat the dead horse, but I DO think free days are very important. Not only mentally but physically. I think Reagiesmom said it best up there.
I personally lost 30 pounds of fat on my last challenge and I always utilized my free day, including a glass of wine or beer with at least one meal.
BUT...of course everyone is different so you need to experiment and find out what works best for YOU!
Chris
Body for Life Forum Message by saint (5 posts) at 04:39 PM
Kajole, according to your profile you have lost 6 lbs which is three times more than you have lost in the last 2 years - why should you feel guilty about your free days?
If you can keep this rate you might lose another 30 lbs over the next 10 weeks.
If you do a second challenge you could lose all the 65 lbs you gained aafter your accident.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1095 posts) at 04:50 PM
I would say yes and read the cheater's diet and you might even see a better reason to do this.
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 05:18 PM
The first 9 months I did BFL I had incredible free days, and would literally undo an entire week's worth of work. Free days don't work very well for me, because I tend to be a binger. This challenge I'm handling a little differently, and am only taking one free meal on Sunday evenings. At least for awhile. It's been really nice to see big changes in measurements these last few weeks.
Like others have mentioned, everyone is different and you just need to find what works for you. I believe that it is important to have a higher calorie meal or day once in a while to shock your metabolism into believing it's not starving. Also, for some people it's really critical that they can have one day where they can eat everything they've been craving all week to stay on track.
Heather
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 05:36 PM
No guilt, baby, take the free day. My first challenge, I had an all out feeding frenzy on free day and I had GREAT results.
Do what works best for you, but don't keep yourself from something if you really want it!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kela (130 posts) at 05:46 PM
All this food talk is making my stomach turn!!
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1095 posts) at 05:47 PM
In the bodybuilding world people have used the zig zag theory which is raising your caloric once, twice or even three days out of the week. Now the best way to do this would be to increase portions and then go back to normal but another effective way is to have a cheat day because cheat foods tend to be higher in calorie. But in the end do whats best for you just make sure body does not adjust and you become a fat storer instead of a fat burner
Body for Life Forum Message by starbound25 (46 posts) at 05:54 PM
i've been on the program for a year and have had pretty much pig out sessions on every single freeday, 70lbs later it is a testiment to the fact that the cheat day does in fact work with the plan
good luck
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 05:58 PM
I also enjoyed my free day to the full in a previous challenge, and still had great results (30lbs fat loss). Don't feel like you [i]have[/i] to binge on your free day, but please don't feel guilty about eating foods you like. Even if you fancy a mega-binge on your first couple of free days, chances are your body won't be able to cope as you progress on the program, so free days become self-regulating over time anyway.
Body for Life Forum Message by saint (5 posts) at 03:13 PM
I thought I would post my progress and thoughts after 1 week of BFL.
Summary
First, in summary its great. In 7 days I have gone from 210 to 204 and lost 1.5 ins from my waist, bf from 31.1% to 28.9% - probably all water loss, but hey, who cares. My target is 190 and bf 20% which ow looks very achievable.
Exercise
I put a bench and weights in my garage and for cardio I use my road bike attached to a static trainer. My wife is doing this also so we didn't have time for us to both go to the gym in the morning since we have a child to look after and jobs to go to. I bought a bike new seat for my wife so she just uses the bike after me. This has meant that we have to get up 30 mins earlier to do the exercise programme - no big hardship and you really do feel great for the rest of the day.
On the weights I still haven't managed to get the weight on all of the exercises right, some turn out fine, some too light, some too heavy, but to be honest my focus is weight loss the strength exercises will sort themselves out in time.
I love the cardio HIIT. I tried to spend 20 mins on the bike attached to the trainer before I started this challenge, just at the same resistance level and I couldn't, so I did not have much hope of lasting through 20 mins of HIIT. Wasn't I surprised, that even though physically HIIT was harder, mentally it was a great deal easier because (i think) of the variation and that fact that level 6 and 7 feel so much easier after level 9, than sticking at 6 or 7 for 20 mins.
Food
Luckily neither of us have a sweet tooth so the food choices seem endless. Portion sizes are a lot less than I am used to but I now get to eat six times a day which by 9pm is usually hard to do. The really fantastic thing for me is that all the other 'diets' i have been on have said either I cannot eat meat or I cannot eat bread/pasta/rice/potatoes. After a week of sticking to one of these groups I am desperate for the other. I must be lucky, I get to eat virtually everything I like on BFL. I was initially sceptical about eating bread based products (pitas, wholemeal bread, crisp bread), potatoes, pasta and rice but I decided to see what the results were. I have eaten these food groups probably at least 3 times a day and my results have been great. Any food plan that allows me to eat smoked salmon and low fat cream cheese on crispbread daily while maintaining planned weight loss gets a big tick in my book.
Alcohol
Not had any so that is a good thing. I do like wine and beer and realistically have been a fairly heavy drinker most of my adult life. I know heavy is relative but for me it had got to the point where it was getting a bit out of hand. Today is my free day and I am going to meet some friends for a beer. I thought seriously about canceling but then I decided that this has to be a lifetime commitment and having a beer is part of my social life. So in exactly the same manner as the food groups I will see what happens. If I can keep to my goals and have a few beers on a Saturday evening then that will suit me fine. If it means I will miss my goals I'll review.
Water
Now this is weird. I used to drink mostly tea. I now drink tea once or twice a day because I drink so much water. The annoying think is that I need to get up and go to the bathroom at least once while I am asleep - sometimes twice. I am going to reduce the amount of water I drink in the evening to stop this. Here is the weird thing - I used to wake up fine, feel pretty good, have a shower, dress, make breakfast and have a 1 cup of tea with breakfast. Now I wake up and I don't feel fine - in fact I feel like I have a mild hangover and the first thing I need to do before anything else is drink a pint of water, probably followed by one or two more pints by the time I have worked out and had breakfast. In fact the more water I drink the more I seem to want. I used to sip cups of tea through the day, now I gulp pints of water.
That's it I will let you know how week 2 goes. I do have progress photos on my camera, I will post them when I get around to downloading them.
Body for Life Forum Message by wannabegreat (23 posts) at 03:59 PM
Sounds like things are going pretty good. Way to go! I, too, like the fact that it doesn't eliminate essential food groups. We always look for the whole grain items with the highest fiber content. Its crazy to me to find "whole wheat" bread with no fiber in it. What good is that?
My husband and I are at the end of week two and we haven't had any problems sticking to the plan.
I thinking maybe the "morning hangover" is because you are detox-ing. All that water you are drinking is maybe flushing you out. Not to mention the interrupted sleep. I hope it gets better for you.
Good luck with your challenge!
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 05:34 PM
Hey, How do you like the static trainer for your bike and where did you get it? I have been thinking about getting one.
It looks like you are on the right track and well organized and prepared. Keep up the good work!
Body for Life Forum Message by saint (5 posts) at 07:34 PM
Trainer is great. I just set the resistance on the trainer and use the gears to increase the cardio intensity. I also put a computer on the bike to measure cadence to make sure I don't start to slack.
I prefer it over exercise cycles because I can clip my shoes into the pedals and as a cardio workout it is better than going on the road for 20 mins.
I got it from my local bike shop.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 05:23 PM
The pants I wore today were a size 20. 2 weeks ago they felt a tad big, but just a tad. They looked and felt fine. The jeans I normally wear are size 18, and I've been stuck at the same size since the end of C1 in April. Today, those same size 20 pants were practically falling off of me, I kept feeling like I was hitching them up all day and if I sucked in my gut, poof! They'd fall down.
So I remembered I had a gift card for TJ Maxx from Christmas that I hadn't used yet so I left work early and went over. And the pants I came home with are.... (drum roll, please...)
A SIZE 16!!!!!!!!!!
And to tell you the truth, they are just a bit loose. Not so loose that I even bothered looking for a 14, but I may not have these for long! And they were only $10 so I didn't feel bad using my gift card on pants I may only be able to wear for a few months.
WAHOOOOOOOO! This is the best week 2 ever!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by T~N~T (1185 posts) at 05:26 PM
Awesome way to go girlie!!! Kick into high gear! You are doing a GREAT job!
Body for Life Forum Message by Booloo (18 posts) at 05:27 PM
What a fantastic feeling!! Congrats :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 05:40 PM
omigod, that's AWESOME!!
Keep those size 20 jeans, though. They may come in handy when you're looking to fashion a sleeping bag for you and a certain cowboy.
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 05:41 PM
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAAA I like the way you think! 
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 05:50 PM
congrats J-Dub....I'm loving all these positive posts that we've been having around here again lately. Feels like the "old" tracker is back :)~
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 05:56 PM
Thanks YG... now you know what would make it feel MORE like old times??
A towel.
Body for Life Forum Message by Can'tStopMe (523 posts) at 05:58 PM
yaaaaaaaaaaay
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 05:59 PM
Isn't it neat, how after months of "plugging along" all of a sudden things snowball? It's only gonna get better and better.
Good on Ya,
Kerry:)
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (717 posts) at 06:07 PM
Oh Wow! That's great Jess! Way to go!
Whooohooooo!
Body for Life Forum Message by J-Dub (226 posts) at 06:34 PM
I'm wearing my new smaller pants out tonight. The cowboy will be there... so don't wait up! ;o)
Body for Life Forum Message by LittleBig (54 posts) at 06:34 PM
Way to Go!!!! *happy dance!!*
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 06:41 PM
Jess..THAT IS SUPER!! WAY TO GO- have a great time in your new skinny pants...and with the HOT COWBOY!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ~Lala~ (754 posts) at 06:49 PM
WHOOOOO HOOOO Jess Glad you did go shoppin! ( I dopn't like it either! :P
But geees If I went down a few sizes like YOU HOT GIRL... maybe it would be ok!
Have fun with the Cowboy! lookin forward to readin about it ...mmmmmm hmmm!
:P
Hugs Lala*
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 07:03 PM
Way to go J-dub! Congrats!!!!
And yeah, keep the old ones...those after pics of a woman swimming in her old pants are hot! : )
Body for Life Forum Message by FV Tom (168 posts) at 07:15 PM
DWCB better watch himself tonight, JDub's feelin' it!
Great work, Jess!
Body for Life Forum Message by Supa K (815 posts) at 07:35 PM
LOL, "a towel" -- how about some black socks? :-)
Congratulations, Jess! I'm so freaking jealous. *goes off to find her mojo*
Body for Life Forum Message by tonee (166 posts) at 07:51 PM
Congratulations J Dub!!!!!! You go girl!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by bella2be (491 posts) at 07:54 PM
AWESOME!!!!!!!! You go, and keep going!! (and isnt TJ Maxx a lifesaver for those types of things??)
Show off those sexy pants tonight! ;-)
Body for Life Forum Message by chantal2bfit (47 posts) at 08:33 PM
Great job! Congratulations!
Body for Life Forum Message by elaine_kime (8 posts) at 11:33 PM
great job you are lucky i cant wear my jeans i want to so bad right now size 14 s sittign in my closet size 12 petite in my closet i last wore them when i was smaller (3 years ago) 135lbs :( i had twins and gained so much weight .and i been doing this exercise eating healthy and all since november 13th 2005 going on 7 weeks now .. i cant fit them over my belly .i feel awful even though im loseing inches wahy cant i get them pants over me then?? is my body ever going to be different. i gained all the weight tummy on down . i dont get what im doing wrong when i eat right and exercise and lift weights every day 7 days week 7 weeks now:( turbo jam i do too
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 11:55 PM
Hey now we don't need to be bringing up things "like that" from the past Kareena. and J-Dub maybe if you're lucky enough to see in my room on the cruise you might see me sans towel :)~ you are going aren't you?
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (42 posts) at 11:57 PM
Isn't that a great feeling. I too noticed today my work pants were practically falling off and I just wore them 2 weeks ago and they were a little lose but not falling down lose. I sure hope this keeps up. Better start saving for that new wardrobe. Congrats again!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 06:10 PM
Hey folks, thought I would put this up here so folks know where they are in my BFL chain mail experiment, lol. People wanting to join can simply sign up here. It'll be easier on my slightly swollen head :)
There are two sets in circulation so wait times should be somewhat reduced.
Nobody pays postage to get them. When one is ready I just pm next in line looking for a mailing address, and the person currently in possession sends them along. Also I would appreciate it if folks keep up a log with the discs, so someday when I get them back, I can see where they have travelled ( shooting at least for the lower 48 and all Canadian provinces )
Next Up:
Joe (A.K.A Onyx)
Angelic 4077
Jennifer A
TCStone
Flower
Supergirl
Scrappinmichelle
Lala
Jpark
PKM
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Ngo Excuses (86 posts) at 06:26 PM
Kerry,
Please add me to the list!
Denise
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (28 posts) at 06:28 PM
Put me in line!
Body for Life Forum Message by sixpack (17 posts) at 06:31 PM
OH OOOH OOOOH me to
Dave
Body for Life Forum Message by crazyblonde78 (281 posts) at 06:40 PM
Im in! put me in line! thanks so much kerry!
xoxo
karen
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 06:42 PM
Kerry, can you ad me to the list. This sounds like some super motivation. Thanks, Dede
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 06:49 PM
See, this is a much better way to handle this list :)
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 07:07 PM
I'd love to see them, too. Thanks so much, Kerry!
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 06:49 PM
Ok I have been drinking 10 to 12 servings of water a day..before drinking so much water I would wake up in the morning and be thirsty but just get something to drink and be ok. Now when I wake up in the morning I feel like I am hungover dizzy n such. Seems I am more thirsty now that I all this water then before when I didn't drink as much water. Is this normal?...cause it drives me bonkers to feel so crappy when I wake up.
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 07:01 PM
The training aspect of BFL will make you considerably more thirsty especially as you have only recently started, as will the increased protein intake from the meals (in my experience). So it's most likely just your body adjusting to the program. Ideally you want to drink enough water so that your urine is clear. If you still feel dizzy etc after week 2-3, probably best to consult a physician.
Body for Life Forum Message by tcstone (751 posts) at 07:06 PM
There are a few people complaining of this.
Ryan has some good advice.
Body for Life Forum Message by FlyerFan (36 posts) at 07:13 PM
I remember the first time I did a challenge, I always had to have water at the side of the bed because I was constantly waking up in the middle of the night looking for water. But that hasn't happened in a long time, maybe it is something that your body eeds to get used to.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:38 PM
Great advice Ryan!!! I know I always have a bottle of water with me! And I go through quite a few bottles a day!! Take care and best wishes!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 07:38 PM
ok ty for the answers
Body for Life Forum Message by Lese (9 posts) at 07:40 PM
I am in week 12 and still have the same feeling. I don't like it but I consider it good. It makes it easy to drink all the water because my body says keep drinking!
Body for Life Forum Message by Young Guns (1590 posts) at 07:41 PM
water believe it or not is a natural diretic. The more you drink the more you need. Weird huh? but as you're drinking all this water you're also flushing all those nasty toxins out of your body and adding water to your muscles which makes you stronger. Neat eh?
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 08:28 PM
but shouldn't your body adjust after while...I mean I know that my body is not used to being "flooded" but it should get used to it right?
Body for Life Forum Message by alvindsv (99 posts) at 07:47 PM
I cast my vote for the back side pic posted by aussiewen on her profile. I cast this vote for two reason 1) Cause I'm a guy, (ha ha) and 2) look at the huge difference between the before photo and the pic she posted today. You don't get that way from sitting on you butt watching Oprah hoping your life will get better. It comes from pure hard work.
Great job Wen.
Brian
Body for Life Forum Message by Kerry (1065 posts) at 08:05 PM
Wen has done fantastic!
I'm workin' to get abs like hers.
Yours in Health,
Kerry
Body for Life Forum Message by Gtnskinee (31 posts) at 08:16 PM
I still haven't seen any sign of team 10s stats? Anyone else heard anything?
Kathy
Body for Life Forum Message by smp (33 posts) at 09:09 PM
Now get your mind out of the gutter. I didn't post an x-rated photo or anything...
I'm not trying to gloat, but I just realized that I was using the wrong comparison picture for the 12 week back photo!!! I was so excited putting together the profile pics earlier this week that I accidentally used the 5 week photo instead of the 0 week photo.
That is SO cool. Almost unbelievable, really. Look what BFL can do! BFL ROCKS!!!!!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by Pixy (393 posts) at 09:24 PM
You look awesome good job!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by germansugaraddict (2 posts) at 09:55 PM
Wow, you look really amazing!! Very inspiring! Hopefully I'll be able to post something like that soon=)
Body for Life Forum Message by fitnesscrazedmom (42 posts) at 11:54 PM
AWESOME JOB.. I hope to have as good results. Keep it up.
Body for Life Forum Message by DreamCatcher (717 posts) at 08:30 PM
Welcome back Shawn! Missed you! Hope the added competition helps you get right back in the swing of things! I know you'll do great!
Jennifer
Body for Life Forum Message by Kajole (2 posts) at 12:20 PM
Ugh I can't believe I used to eat this way all the time..today is my cheat day and I had a cinnamin roll for breakfast (1 of those grands kinds) and a 6 inch meatball sub for lunch and a mellow yellow..a few weeks ago that would have been a snack not a meal. But right now I feel absolutely ill from that sub and soda that im actually looking foward to clean eating tomorow! I can't beleive how my body has already adjusted to my new eating after two weeks!
Anyone else have stomach free day remorse..bring on the rolaids!
Body for Life Forum Message by lewie (12 posts) at 12:48 PM
i discovered that i actually eat more thru out the week, then when freeday comes around ill eat one big ol pile of biscuits n gravy then as the the day goes on some soda n a candy bar or 2 the next day i always feel gross ygh
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 12:50 PM
Arbys Philly beef and swiss for breakfast! YUM!
Now I am off to my fave mex restaraunt for a burrito and tortilla soup.....
mmmmm
Body for Life Forum Message by Hot Body (572 posts) at 01:43 PM
Tomorrow's my free day, and man am I CRAVING chocolate chip waffles. I hope I hope I hope that they taste as good in my mouth as they do in my mind right now...
Body for Life Forum Message by Art (2 posts) at 03:51 PM
Tomorrow's my free day, and I can't wait for pizza at lunch and Mexican at night! I love cheese enchiladas, but I thought I would try splitting fajitas with my husband (also doing BFL) and maybe that would be healthier. I can't wait for chips and salsa!!
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 04:22 PM
BROWNIES BROWNIES BROWNIES.
I so have a one track mind today.
Especially after Wednesday, when I went out to Hard Rock Cafe with my Dad and sisters, and watched everyone eat these huge, beautiful brownies with ice cream and hot fudge. I just sat there, sipping my water, wishing it was Saturday, yet totally proud of myself (i had some grilled Ahi and a salad for lunch - dang good. Looked much better than what everyone else ordered)
But, dang it, I have earned a brownie tomorrow!!
Body for Life Forum Message by rbantau (4 posts) at 09:08 AM
Well, I'm in day 12 and my wife and I are getting stronger and already seeing a difference in the shape of our bodies. We're really doing good with the eating. No cheating and we're really fixing some delicious meals. I need to find more filler food though. My mid day meals are kind boring. The workouts feel great and I feel some of my old strength returning. I used to have frequent back pain when I walked for more than a few mins and now I feel like I can go forever. This is great and I can not WAIT until the end of this challenge. This is one of the best things we could have done for ourselves and for our family. Oh, and I'll say now that my wife is "wannabegreat" . I didn't say so in the first post simply because I didn't want to sound like "Hey. My wife and I are here to invade your forums. blah blah blah" ...lol...I'm very proud of her and she is a great motivator in my life.
Body for Life Forum Message by ashtrash (396 posts) at 01:01 AM
If you eat dinner at 630, but don't go to bed til 12, you should definitely eat Meal #6. That is too long to go without eating...
Body for Life Forum Message by Buffy-the-FatLayer-Slayer (56 posts) at 12:00 AM
Didn't and won't until I can show some decent after or look how I'm doing so far pictures.
Body for Life Forum Message by stepor (59 posts) at 04:34 AM
ME, ME, ME!!!
My family hasn't seen them yet either, and I just opened the package saw the first one and closed it again.
I don't have a scanner anymore and my digital camera broke so I used a 35 mm and had them developed. I'll post when I get a new scanner.
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (79 posts) at 05:19 AM
NOT ME! I wasn't at all afraid of posting my before pictures. And I have told everyone about BFL and where they can go and see my progress pictures. It places a lot on my shoulders to completely succeed and make a change for the better, but it only helps me stay focused. Not only do I tell them where to go to see the pictures, but if i'm near a computer with someone, I'll go to the website and show them. One time we went to the science center in St. Louis where they have computers there for everyone to use and log on the internet and I loaded up my pictures and left them on the screen then walked away... I'll do everything I can to encourage BFL to anyone willing to make a change in themselves, and if my pictures is the thing that motivates them.. Then I'm happy.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by Miss Trim (236 posts) at 07:35 AM
I am of the same frame of mind as KitWhit - I am not posting mine until I have something better to post with it.
I had palpitations when I saw the way I look now. Seeing it in the form of a picture really opened my eyes. That is not what I see when I look in the mirror!!
Body for Life Forum Message by SuzyQ (18 posts) at 07:49 PM
Okay, so it's about 50/50 regarding "posting photos" or "not posting photos". Now that we've decided which side of the fence we are on how about everyone who doesn't have pictures agree to post befores and the 4-week photos together?
That's my plan....who's else is in?
Body for Life Forum Message by Scattergold (38 posts) at 08:55 AM
I did my first LBWO this morning.... theyre already sore.. I am SO scared (and a little masochistically excited) for this weekend! O_O
Body for Life Forum Message by Miranda_. (20 posts) at 11:16 AM
Thanks so much. I knew I wasn't alone and I know you guys would have got a laugh out of my pain. Thankfully the pain is almost all gone. Can't wait for my UBWO and Bodyjam (It's a class at the gym, I think it's hip hop dancing I don't know it the first class they have ever had.) I figure it's friday time to try something new.
Body for Life Forum Message by Hads (2 posts) at 08:51 AM
OK, so I havent started the challenge yet. As I start planning ahead I realize I can't stand cottage cheese and it seems to be a major snack item. Any other quick protein foods that may work?
Body for Life Forum Message by Jitter2001 (79 posts) at 09:02 AM
I'll tell you what Hads... I too hated Cottage Cheese about 4 weeks ago, but after reading BFL and EFL I realized that Bill Phillips mentions cottage cheese as one of the best foods to eat(for quick & easy). So, I told myself that I had to start eating it somehow... The first week I tried everything.. Salt, sugar, spices, salad dressing.. You name it and I tried it. And believe me, some of those were just downright TERRIBLE. So.. to make an already long story longer... I started using flavored yogurt, and fruit (orange chunks) and I would mix this up in the morning in two seperate containers and there were two mid meals. Very easy and I have to say.. I love it! Yes, cottage cheese, the stuff that used to make me gag, I now love with a passion. However, it still makes me sick to my stomach plain.
This is just something for you to think about that may help you out.
-Ed-
Body for Life Forum Message by Hads (2 posts) at 09:11 AM
Thanks for the pep talk! I'll give it a try and hope for the best
Body for Life Forum Message by RyanCTJ (27 posts) at 09:16 AM
Join the club, I hate it too. Some people will probably advise you to blend it in with other meals so the taste (or lack of) is less noticeable.
My advice...if you don't like it, just avoid it. BFL is meant to be a program you can live with long-term, there is no point choking it down if you can't stomach it. There are plenty of other authorised protein sources out there to choose from, just use one of those instead.
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (174 posts) at 09:17 AM
I don't like cottage cheese, but have grown to like the blended CC, yogurt and fruit mixture. I like cheese cake so yogurt mixed with CC sortof is the same taste to me.
Give it a shot and blend the CC so you can't tell it CC.
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by TaraC29 (128 posts) at 09:24 AM
I am also a former cc hater and I really believe that if I can learn to like it...anyone can! I started out blending it up with ff/sf pudding mixes or protein powder to get rid of the chunks. Then I had to get use to the texture and I did this with ff Yoplait yogurt like Bill suggests...and finally I got use to the flavor of cc by just mixing it with 1/2 c of fruit chunks. I am a total convert now...I buy 4-5 big containers of it a week!
Good luck in your journey to loving the chunky stuff! :)
Body for Life Forum Message by LincolnJenn (28 posts) at 09:24 AM
Hads,
Have you tryed different brands of cottage cheese? Some are thicker than others and some have larger curds. I have noticed that I dont like the thick kind. It is a consistancy thing for me. But mixing with yogurt will do wonders!
Body for Life Forum Message by SweetEmotion (1156 posts) at 10:00 AM
I hate it too, I have FF cottage cheese wtih fruit and sometimes grapenuts and splenda. It's pretty good. I have it nearly every single day.
Lori
Body for Life Forum Message by Andrew80k (3 posts) at 10:01 AM
Definitely try different brands as the taste can be radically different from one brand to another. I live in Colorado but I have lived a lot of places. By far my favorite CC was a Danish brand that I ate when I lived in Europe. But I also like the lowfat Kroger brand. I HATE Breakstone's. Bleh! Getting a less thick, smaller curd tends to be better, but is not always.
Body for Life Forum Message by mrhardbody (18 posts) at 10:08 AM
Just had to say...I Love, and have always loved Cottage cheese.....:)..BJ
Body for Life Forum Message by shibox (16 posts) at 10:21 AM
For more cottage cheese ideas that you could ever want...
http://www.stumptuous.com/cms/displayarticle.php?aid=23
Enjoy!
Body for Life Forum Message by Robin78745 (35 posts) at 10:46 AM
You can do it without cottage cheese. Here are some other snack options:
boca burgers and sausages- high-protein, low fat, lots of soy.Don't use substitutes; boca is the only soy burger worth eating
soy nuts - also made with soy. These are the easisest snack you can get your hands on.
I do BFL entirely without meat or dairy. I eat a ton of fish, soy and beans. Just be glad you don't work near me.
Body for Life Forum Message by jeremy (1095 posts) at 11:09 AM
Nuts (no salt or honey roasted stuff), eggs or egg whites, chicken, fish, shakes, yogurt, and so on. I dont eat much cottage cheese either. I know it is good but I dong like it... on the other hand I think stevia could help it taste better
Body for Life Forum Message by Andrew80k (3 posts) at 10:14 AM
I'm new to the forums but have been lurking for a couple weeks. Started my first challenge in 4 years on the 8th and am looking forward to changing my life this time instead of just doing a 12 week workout program. My last challenge I lost 23 pounds of fat and gained 9 pounds of muscle. Dropped 15% body fat. Didn't quite reach my goals but I thought I made good progress. Over the last 4 years I have regressed considerably. I didn't gain all the weight back, but I was working hard to get there. :) Decided I was tired of being tired, having no energy, and at 39 and the father of 2 young girls, I ain't gettin' any younger. I have a lot of goals and while my planning skills leave something to be desired, they are getting better. Anyway, just wanted to say hey and I like the motivation and support you guys provide. Thanks for that.
Drew
Body for Life Forum Message by Reagiesmom (432 posts) at 11:02 AM
Hey! Glad you're here. Everyone here is SO supportive. Hope you start posting more often. :) Kelli
Body for Life Forum Message by Miranda_. (20 posts) at 11:20 AM
Welcome. Hope to hear more about your BFL experience. And remember not reaching a goal actually teaches what you can for better the next time.
Miranda
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (104 posts) at 11:23 AM
Snowboardfairy...I'm addicted to these now! They are wonderful. My kids like them too. Thanks, thanks thanks!!!!!
Body for Life Forum Message by KauaiBound (174 posts) at 11:28 AM
Wow love these too. I used egg whites instead of oil. Thanks for the great idea.
Linn
Body for Life Forum Message by leankat (22 posts) at 06:30 PM
I LOVE MY CROCKPOT! Since I work 5 or 6 days a week and hate to cook after a long day I use the crockpot alot.
You can get a natural turkey breast, add some water, onions, garlic and rosemary and let it cook all day and come to a wonder meal. All you need is a salad and some potatoes or brown rice, mmmmm good and healthy.
Then, I drain off the broth, put it in the frig and let the fat come to the top and harden, skim it off, add vegetables and any left over turkey breast and put these back in the crock pot for soup the next day! I love soup in the winter!
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (104 posts) at 09:47 PM
leankat, I'll give this a try. Thanks. I posted a nice beef that I found in Sunset magazine. Check it out.
Body for Life Forum Message by Nicabod (97 posts) at 09:55 PM
This isn't a crockpot recipe, but a crockpot hint. Whenever I'm cooking something that needs shredded chicken, like the EFL Enchiladas or Green Chili, I throw frozen chicken breasts in water or fat free broth (for the soup) in the crockpot and cook it all day. It saves me defrosting time and it saves me the 30 mins. or so it would take to boil them when I get off work. Plus, they just fall apart.
Body for Life Forum Message by kana (399 posts) at 09:40 AM
Canned is o.k, but definitely better for you are FRESH. The idea of rinsing them before using (canned) is great!! At any rate..veggies are better than non-BFL stuff!
Body for Life Forum Message by GettinSerious (2 posts) at 10:17 AM
What is the recipe? I am always looking for additional things to do with one of the few veggies I actually like!
Body for Life Forum Message by Framed (104 posts) at 09:43 PM
I've been searching for Crock pot recipes and SUNSET magazine published a few this month. Tried this out this week and loved it. So flavorful (spicy).
2.5# boned beef chuck
1 can (14.5 oz.) chopped tomatoes
1 can (7 oz.) chipotle Sauce (I used Ponce De Leon, Knorr and San Marcos make one too. This is not salsa, but a sauce. If you can't find a chipotle sauce, a salsa will work too)
1 can (4 oz.) jalapeno (you can skip this if you don't want it too hot...I went for it!)
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons ground dried New Mexico chile (or regular chili powder)
1 tablespoon honey
2.5 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspon ground cumin
2 cups beef broth (unsalted)
Trim excess fat from beef. Put in crockpot. Add tomatoes (with juice) chipotle sauce, jalapenos, onion, garlic, ground chile, honey, salt and cumin; pour broth over the top.
cover and cook till beef is very tender when pierced (8 hours)
With a heavy fork, tranfer meat to a rimmed board or plate. Shred with two forks. Ladle out half the sauce and reserve.
I used an immersion blender and blended the sauce and veggies to make a thick sauce. You can pour it in a blender or food processor too.
Put the shredded meat back in the sauce and let it cook, uncovered.
You can spoon this meat onto crusty bread to make sandwiches.
For my kids, I cut a crusty roll in half. I piled the beef on one side and sprinkled shredded cheddar on both sides. Put it in the oven on broil for about a minute or two till the cheese melted.
For me: I put it over a bed of brown rice and black beans. Then I put a dollop of greek yogurt on top and garnished with cilantro.
This is SO flavorful and it is cooked without oil. ENJOY.
Body for Life Forum Message by Insanityx3 (118 posts) at 11:00 PM
this sounds great will have to try it sometime
Body for Life Forum Message by Thisisit! AKA BubbleButt (345 posts) at 05:27 PM
I just saw this thread (lol, always a day late). Happy holidays belatedly. I think this forums section was a good idea. Carol
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (3 posts) at 07:11 AM
I think it would be really cool if this site had a MY SPACE or FACEBOOK feel to it. You could have a friend list and a wall people could sign. Ya know, things like that. Anyway, it's just a suggestion, I still think this is an excellent site for Lifers.
Body for Life Forum Message by cookie1135 (1370 posts) at 07:41 AM
Hello mshaun! Welcome to the BFL Tracker!!! You have some interesting suggestions!! This is an awesome site, and everyone here is so friendly and supportive!!! I wish you all the best!!!
Hugs,
Sylvia aka Cookie1135
Body for Life Forum Message by mshaun (3 posts) at 07:55 AM
Thanks Cookie
I haven't started yet 'cause I have to shop for the right groceries this weekend but monday is the day and I'm excited.
Body for Life Forum Message by Emi (1 posts) at 09:33 PM
I just hate measuring in pounds and inches.Wouldn't it be more simple to measure everything by kilograms and centimeters?LOL i'm really having trouble with this.(I'm from Europe)
Body for Life Forum Message by dsw3131 (5 posts) at 10:46 PM
Simpler for who? For those of us in America, we barely ever use the metric system. I'm not sure why we're not on the band wagon with the rest of the world. I'm pretty sure you can find converters online to help you.
