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07-03-2008, 03:28 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2007
Posts: 1,406
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way to go jane! you were my inspiration to get after my nutrition, and I hope my next challenge goes as well as your first challenge has!
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07-03-2008, 04:58 PM
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Hungry
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,956
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Originally Posted by gregl515
That is better than any size or number. I am very happy for you and hope to be there myself some day.
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X2. I'm thrilled for you!
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Ginger "The secret to becoming who you wish to be,
begins with believing you can become who you wish to be." - Thanks, K.
"Suck it up for a week or two and you'll be used to it. Part of the problem is the somewhat recent line that goes something like this... "If you're hungry, you're eating too little." Total bullshit. We're hungry because we're on diets." - Roland
My Training Log
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07-03-2008, 05:28 PM
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Mom's little bodybuilder
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Northern VA
Posts: 1,153
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Hey Jane!
Lookin good in here, glad to see your reflections of this journey.
I thought of you while I was on vacation. My sister and I were on a shore excursion and before we went out onthe jetboat ride, there was a tiny little dog on the dock that belonged to the owners of the business... it looked just like Sophie! I think it was the same type of dog... only about 1.5-2lbs, about 3 months old. Absolutely adorable and I thought of you the second i saw it. Just thought I'd let you know!
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07-03-2008, 05:48 PM
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#1204 (permalink)
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Scale Watch: Going down!
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 3,836
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Originally Posted by mel
Okay, I have to admit it, I cried. I am beyond happy for you. This is exactly what the results of each of our hard work should lead to. I really wish I could put in to words how incredibly happy it makes me to read that this is where you are in your life.
Kudos to you for all the hard work you've put in and your ability to be pleased and satisfied with what you've done.
mel
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Thanks, Mel!!
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Originally Posted by jesca
That is awesome. I'm so glad you are able to get there, and it's what I need to see right now since I am struggling. You are a great inspiration, and even if you're not actively reaching out to others, I know you are touching people here. Way to go!
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I hope so, Jesca!
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Originally Posted by gregl515
That is better than any size or number. I am very happy for you and hope to be there myself some day.
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Thank you! And, you will!!
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Originally Posted by fengshway
way to go jane! you were my inspiration to get after my nutrition, and I hope my next challenge goes as well as your first challenge has!
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I am so excited that I inspired you!! Thanks, Wendy!
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Originally Posted by GinnyLou
X2. I'm thrilled for you!
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Thanks, Ginger!
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Originally Posted by Littlemermaidklb
Hey Jane!
Lookin good in here, glad to see your reflections of this journey.
I thought of you while I was on vacation. My sister and I were on a shore excursion and before we went out onthe jetboat ride, there was a tiny little dog on the dock that belonged to the owners of the business... it looked just like Sophie! I think it was the same type of dog... only about 1.5-2lbs, about 3 months old. Absolutely adorable and I thought of you the second i saw it. Just thought I'd let you know!
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Awwwww! I really had a "Sophie" day today. Really missing her. I'll bet that little dog was a doll!!
I was thinking of you today, too...wondering when you'd be back. Good to see you!
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My Training Log
~This is an lolcat-free zone~
"If someone says I can't, then it makes me all the more determined to prove that I can."
-- Michael Phelps
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07-03-2008, 05:53 PM
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#1205 (permalink)
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Scale Watch: Going down!
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 3,836
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July 3, 2008
Coach Dos' Power Training - Total Fitness Routine
Workout A of Phase 1 (ie weeks 1-3)
Workout 5 of 10
Squat Jumps
3 sets of 5
Step-ups on weight bench
10x7.5's
10x10's
10x10's
RDL
10x65
10x70
10x75
DB Incline Bench Press
10x17.5's
8x20's
8x17.5's
Cable Row
10x50
10x55
10x50
OH Press with alternating DB's
10x15's
9x15's
7x15's
*someday I'm going to get these shoulders strong!! So hard for me!
Lat Pulldown
10x55 Wide Grip
10x50 Wide Grip
10x45 Wide Grip
*still the wrist limiting me on these
Lateral Swiss Ball Roll
3 sets of 10
Planks
50 secs
45 secs
40 secs
Good workout!!
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Jane
My Training Log
~This is an lolcat-free zone~
"If someone says I can't, then it makes me all the more determined to prove that I can."
-- Michael Phelps
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07-03-2008, 07:18 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 1,179
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Another fantastic workout, Jane!
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07-03-2008, 11:54 PM
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Luv'n Lift'n
Join Date: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,730
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Jane your reflections are exactly mine from the last 6 months. Isn't it empowering to know what we know now about our bodies and diet and exercise? That alone makes all the work worth it. Congratulations for finding this place in your life.
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When I am an old lady I shall wear purple and kick ass in the gym!
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07-05-2008, 08:55 AM
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Scale Watch: Going down!
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 3,836
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July 5, 2008
Coach Dos' Power Training - Total Fitness Routine
Workout B of Phase 1 (ie weeks 1-3)
Workout 6 of 10
Squat Jumps
4 sets of 5 jumps
Squats
10x65
10x70
10x70
Single-Leg RDL's
10x12.5's
10x12.5's
10x5's (dropped down just to really check form and balance)
Incline Bench Press
9x45
6x45
5x45
*My wrist is holding me back here. Felt so weak, but a bit better than last time
Bent-over row w/alternating dumbbells
10x25's
10x25's
10x25's
O/H press w/BB
10x30
10x30
9x30
Lat Pulldown
10x45 wide grip
10x50 underhand grip
8x45 wide grip
*Again, the wrist holding me back here
Windshield Wipers
3 sets of 10
Planks
65 secs
35 secs
Good workout. The wrist is still holding me back a bit, but slowly but surely I'm building back up.
I am officially in the 130's on the scale! First time since I can't even remember. It's so weird thinking I was carrying 22 more pounds at the first of the year. I can't even imagine!!
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Jane
My Training Log
~This is an lolcat-free zone~
"If someone says I can't, then it makes me all the more determined to prove that I can."
-- Michael Phelps
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07-05-2008, 09:10 AM
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Short Man Magnet
Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: PA
Posts: 978
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130's is awesome Jane! Obviously your calorie level is working great! I can't wait to see your pics.
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07-05-2008, 09:11 AM
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On a high-beer diet
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Kansas City MO
Posts: 819
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Wow!!! Congratulations!!
I think i remember you mentioning this a while back, but isn't it amazing how much weight we carry around with us without even realizing it? When I started this, I thought I had about 10 pounds to lose and any more than that would really be unhealthy. Here I am 11 pounds lighter and am still carrying far more excess fat than is healthy IMO.
It's crazy just how much we underestimate both the fat we carry as well as (at least for a while) our ability to get rid of it.  |
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07-05-2008, 01:26 PM
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...to be a celestial body
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Northern PA
Posts: 1,123
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Jane, I had to chime in, I've been catching up on your log (while sitting outside in the hot sun at my YARD SALE), thinking "Why am I doing this?!" The good news though is that it's been several years since we had one or took stuff to Good Will, so I suppose it was a little more worth it than usual. I posted on freecycle that Sunday everything is free, so hopefully I won't have much to box up and get rid of. We got our kids involved too so they're all making a commission. :-)
Also, I'm with you about carrying so much weight and not realizing it. I've lost 20 lbs since January also and it seems so weird that I can look like this (meaning rolls on belly and jiggly thighs...) but have already lost so much. Scary, what did I look like before? Anyway, congratulations on your weight loss and muscle gain...keep it up!
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Celestialmom Gettin' it Done!
" The important thing in life is to have a great aim, and the determination to attain it." Goethe "Living does not mean living in excess..." Tom aka Stingo
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07-05-2008, 08:24 PM
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#1212 (permalink)
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2008
Posts: 1,179
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Congrats on reaching 130ville!
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07-05-2008, 08:25 PM
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#1213 (permalink)
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Hungry
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 1,956
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I am officially in the 130's on the scale! First time since I can't even remember. It's so weird thinking I was carrying 22 more pounds at the first of the year. I can't even imagine!!
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Woo hoo! Nice accomplishment.
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Ginger "The secret to becoming who you wish to be,
begins with believing you can become who you wish to be." - Thanks, K.
"Suck it up for a week or two and you'll be used to it. Part of the problem is the somewhat recent line that goes something like this... "If you're hungry, you're eating too little." Total bullshit. We're hungry because we're on diets." - Roland
My Training Log
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07-06-2008, 07:13 AM
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#1214 (permalink)
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Scale Watch: Going down!
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 3,836
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Final Challenge PICs!
Month 6 Stats (January 1 and today) FINAL CHALLENGE PICS
Weight: 5'8" From 160.5 to 139 -21.5 lbs
Chest: From 40 to 37 -3.0"
Below Chest: From 32 to 29 -3.0"
Stomach below belly button: 39.5 to 34.5 -5.0"
Waist at narrowest: From 32.5 to 27.0 -5.5"
Hips: From 41 to 37.25 -3.75"
Thigh: From 24.25 to 21.75 -2.5"
 
 
I am SO happy! Bring on the next challenge!
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Jane
My Training Log
~This is an lolcat-free zone~
"If someone says I can't, then it makes me all the more determined to prove that I can."
-- Michael Phelps
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07-06-2008, 08:30 AM
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PEELEing :o)
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Connecticut
Posts: 5,885
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Originally Posted by missjane
You know, I got to thinking today about the past 6 months as I contemplated the final pics this weekend.
I feel so happy and so good about everything I have accomplished. I've already met or surpassed many of my goals have have begun developing new goals for the future. It feels great. I feel like I could do anything I set my mind to.
I love that when I get out of the shower in the morning smack dab in front of a HUGE mirror that I don't grimace anymore. I actually like what I see for the most part. I feel happier, I feel stronger, I feel sexier, I feel more confident. I feel ready to meet someone and share with. That's a HUGE step for me.
I like that my clothes look GOOD on me and are now smaller (other than the dent to my wallet ). I like that I am eating healthier and am not as tempted to eat badly. How enlightening to realize how simple (still hard!) it really is to get in shape. No magic hocus pocus behind it at all. Hard work and an on target diet. Bingo!
The good days (physically and mentally) now far outweigh the bad and that is a very good thing.
It's very rewarding to set a goal, a difficult goal, and reach it. Makes me want to reach out and help others, know what I mean??
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Originally Posted by missjane
Month 6 Stats (January 1 and today) FINAL CHALLENGE PICS
Weight: 5'8" From 160.5 to 139 -21.5 lbs
Chest: From 40 to 37 -3.0"
Below Chest: From 32 to 29 -3.0"
Stomach below belly button: 39.5 to 34.5 -5.0"
Waist at narrowest: From 32.5 to 27.0 -5.5"
Hips: From 41 to 37.25 -3.75"
Thigh: From 24.25 to 21.75 -2.5"
I am SO happy! Bring on the next challenge!
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Awesome Jane ... just awesome! I am so happy for you ...
And I look forward to "meeting" Violet some day ...
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