OK, so it isn't really Wednesday yet. But, it is Day 4 of my self-imposed "no excuses" challenge of clean eating. Day 4 is often one of the toughest for me: the initial burst of enthusiasm is fading and The Boy's box of Triscuits starts to look mighty enticing. Once I make it through Day 4, though, I gain a second wind that carries me through for quite a while.
I'm in fat loss mode, not maintenance mode, so "clean eating" also means "reduced calories." After 3 days of this -- and undoubtedly a lot of lost water weight -- I'm back down to my ticker weight. The last and hardest 5 lbs are still located somewhere in the general vicinity of my backside.
I've been reading the thread on 100 pushups. I'm usually skeptical about single-exercise programs, but this one sounds reasonably fun. Well, maybe fun isn't the right word. Anywho, I'm not starting it today: yesterday's shoulder workout included elevated pushups (feet elevated by about 4, um, feet, with the hope of eventually being able to do handstand pushups). This morning I had to ask DH to help me hook my bra. (Which he did, after about 10 minutes of giggling. Better 10 minutes of giggling than 10 hours of jiggling.)
Fran - I'm thinking about the BFL eating plan but, to be honest, I don't think I have it in me to do it by myself. I'll propose it to DH but I'm not sure if we're quite there right now? You know what I mean? I have a feeling that you'll see great results!!
I did a pretty nice UB workout yesterday and the food is pretty on track. One day, maybe even one meal, at a time!
No need for the book, as it's all online now as well. bodyforlie.com
Yes, I saw that it got me thru tax day and easter. that's good - usually alot of people eating healthy during that time of lent. there will be support.
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Fran, I'd be up for a 12 wk challenge, but I don't want to follow BFL exactly, since I've found a good workout and eats schedule that's working for me. I'm willing to report in and keep it OP, though, and I am already doing an upper/lower split, so is that close enough to join you for the 12 weeks?
Thanks for the online option Fran. I guess if I followed the BFL plan I could quit asking for advice on my DIY program. Although their listed exercises seems limiting.
Fran, I'd be up for a 12 wk challenge, but I don't want to follow BFL exactly, since I've found a good workout and eats schedule that's working for me. I'm willing to report in and keep it OP, though, and I am already doing an upper/lower split, so is that close enough to join you for the 12 weeks?
Absolutely!
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Originally Posted by dixied
Thanks for the online option Fran. I guess if I followed the BFL plan I could quit asking for advice on my DIY program. Although their listed exercises seems limiting.
Really? How so. Maybe you should get the book again. You can do any type of cardio you want, they just give you the formula for the HIIT. And for weight lifting, that's a pretty standard menu to choose from. Ask more questions so we can help you sort thru it.
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Dixie, those are just some basic options to give people an idea of what to do. If you have some other exercises you prefer, as long as you're working all the right parts for the day, it's all good!
Fran, okay, I'm in, then. Lemme know when it starts, and if you're doing so on another thread. Midwife, you in?
I had downloaded a sheet that listed a few exercises for each muscle group, but I needed to look at the blank one instead. That probably didn't make sense, here's the blank sheet I finally found: http://bodyforlife.com/exercise/down...bfl_charts.pdf
Okay, If I'm not limited to the exercises on the first sheet I download from their site, I'm in. Guess that takes care of my set-rep question, my shoulder question, and the trap/forearm question. Good. That's what I call a productive day, almost time to go home and actually lift something.
Wait, I have more BFL questions...
Is anyone actually going to fill out the challenge papers, take before and after pictures, etc? I don't think I'll actually be entering a round, unless we all do it, but before and after pictures would be a good idea.
I'm not going to enter and submit, but yes, I will take measurements and photos. We don't have to post them here, but those who are interested can pm them around to others. Or you can post them here if you have a really good story to share!
This is awesome!!!!! Let's get pictures and measurements ready. As far as I'm concerned, anybody with any plan is welcome! The point is to work consistently toward your goal. I'd like to lose 40 pounds (HA!) in the next 12 weeks.
I know what you mean, Sportmom, I haven't found a lot of people our size.... How cool - we're breaking new ground!
Come one, come all - I need all the support I can get - how about you??
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Oh Geez Fran. Now you started something. Okay. I'm in. I really have been struggling with food the last two weeks. It's been a slow migration away from what I know works and what I'm willing to do. I think I'm a little panicked over the upcoming changes to my gym membership that has me throwing caution to the wind over here. ~sigh~ I'm in. Even though I've done this before, I just really think the first few weeks are going to be a struggle for me so hang in there with me.
What is causing me to do this. The idea that many of us are going to do this. Twelve weeks is a long time but at the end of it I know the results will be astounding. I really would like for all of us to complete this with results we can be proud of for ourselves and for each other. I'm going to take measurements and photos. I'm only going to post the before photos if I can truly see a difference between the two pics. I'll officially begin on Sunday as you suggested but I'm prepping now so that I can get over this crazy carb thing I've got going on.
Grrrrrrr. This is the final push for me to get over the gain and lose cycle over and over again. Thanks Fran, Cheryl, Dixied and Michelle.
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Lydia, I'm also joining to help me keep it OP. I've been doing well with food and water, but haven't been following my exercise plan consistently. I'd like to make it through the 12 weeks without missing any workouts due to poor planning or letting "life" get in the way. I'll take measurements and pics, too, since all the cool kids are doin' it!
Totally got distracted there, lol. Originally stopped in to report that I finally got my workout in today. Did a make-up of yesterday's missed LB workout, my usual UB workout, then some easy jogging for 20 mins or so cuz I was listening to a book on tape.
Midwife, you in?
