| 1/5/2009 | 1/29/2009 | Change |
| Age | 35 | 35 | |
| Height | 5'5" | | |
| Weight | 123 | 124.2 | 1.2 |
| Bicep | 10 | 10.5 | 0.5 |
| Chest | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| Ribs | 29 | 29.5 | 0.5 |
| Waist | 25 | 25 | 0 |
| Belly | 28 | 28.25 | 0.25 |
| Hips (Butt) | 34.25 | 33.75 | -0.5 |
| Saddlebags | ? | 32 | ? |
| Thigh | 20.5 | 20.5 | 0 |
*I expected to gain 3-5 lbs after going off of a deficit onto maintenance, so 1.2# is just fine with me! Most measurements went up also, which I expected, though to be honest, it was hard to see. I added another measurement for the hip area, because I used to just measure across the largest part of my butt/hips and it was the same spot. Now my largest part is just plain old butt...but my thighs (where I used to measure) need kept track of also. Not sure if that's a good thing or not?
So here's how I did on my goals:
1. 90% compliance to calorie, macro, and clean eating goals.
Week 1: 98%
Week 2: 86%
Week 3: 90%
Week 4: 100%
*I have worked my way up from 1400/1600 to 2000/2200 for maintenance. It has been an adjustment in lots of different ways, but is going pretty well. I think I'm the most proud of myself for this! I have maintained my weight for over a month now--which I have NEVER done before!
2. Compliance to Maximum Strength Weight-Training and Energy Workouts: 100%
*Goal was 4 strength workouts per week and at least two energy (cardio) workouts. I've been doing all the strength workouts and more than the required energy workouts.
3. Increase maximum lifts: not tested yet, but I am getting stronger!
4. Education: Goal was to read at least one more nutrition-oriented resource and decide which strength-training program to do after Maximum Strength. I recently purchased the Precision Nutrition System and have been working through the cookbook, but haven't touched the binder yet!
Oh yeah, pictures....
January
"February" Pics (Jan 29)
