still making good progress - down another 6 pounds (that's 32 overall!!) and 9 inches this month. it's been a bit of a struggle the last two weeks, but i am taking a diet break this week and my husband and i are headed to vegas! i am so ready for a break and i am looking forward to some real variety of eats. i plan to get right back on the psmf when i return and add in a bit more variety as i've let my diet get pretty monotonous lately. and i've been terrible about getting my water in, so that's another big focus area for me. i am still on track to break 200 by year's end and that is very motivating!
Not great but here it is, I gained 3 lbs, but given the medical issues I was dealing with I am not too upset. In the midst of that I did lose a half inch..lol...it's the little things I guess! As far as the thigh measurement the only thing my hubby and I could guess is that it was DOMS from my soreness and my Friday workout.
I am reintroducing my workouts finally after a month of waiting for my BP to be under control. So it's back to a weight training program and my boxing twice a week. Hopefully next time I will have better results!
1 - 95% compliant to chosen calorie level, 30% min protein level
Current - 100%
2 - 2 days cardio per week, 3 days lifting
Have been slacking a bit on the cardio especially. Did take a couple of lifting days off after pulling something in my lower back. Next week should be slightly off again, more tests.
3 - Finish up Stages 5 & 7 from NROL4W
Could not finish Stage 7 (high reps were killing my knees). Continuing Power Training's Strength Training.
4 - Be lower than 260 by Dec 1st.
Done!
5 - Take another maintenance/rest week.
Completed last month. Next one in December (likely during exam weeks, that way I can hit the exercising hard the three weeks that I'm off between terms)
Wrap-up: So, I'm happy with the loss of weight, bodyfat and inches. I actually saw a number on the bodyfat below 49% this week, although with my up/down weights so are the bodyfat numbers. I personally think the challenge pictures show little change, but hey, that's me. The only thing that keeps me sane is looking at the lines on the paneling (which is about the only place I see changes).
Older pics (but 11lbs higher than I was in Dec-07)
Measurements were screwy this month (new measurer, going to try to redo on Monday if there's time at work). Only thing I'm sure of is age +1 and weight -2.5 this month. -5.5 since start of August challenge. IF I can get measurements redone, I'll add 'em in for this month too...
Pics: April, start of challenge (August), Nov 2
I'm not unhappy... didn't look at last month's pics next to this month's, but I think there's so progress over the 3-month (since August) comparison... My middle seems a bit leaner in the rear view, and I think there MIGHT even be a delt peeking out of my shoulder area in the side view?
Doesn't look like much of a change, but I had to buy smaller jeans (yay) and people are always asking me if I'm losing weight. Screw these photos. Possibly I look just as big in the afters as in the befores because I'm so dang white. Next time I've got to remember the fake tanner.
Yesterday I gave in to PMS cravings and had me some fried chicken... yum yum yum but lordy, I'm paying the price today. Swollen all over.
Not much of a weight loss this month--probably because my body has adjusted to the TNT diet. Also because I've not been working out due to my crazy schedule. Still, it's better to lose 10 lbs over 3 months than to gain them! And I just know I've lost more than 10. I'm telling you, I'm carrying so much water right now I slosh when I walk.
08/07/08
09/02/08
10/02/08
11/02/08
CHANGE
Age
48
Height
5' 8"
Weight
176.0
174.2
167.4
166.0
-10
Bust
38
38
38
37
-1
Under bust
34
33
33
32
-2
Waist (narrowest point)
34
33
31
31
-3
Belly (widest point)
38.75
40.25
37.00
36.00
-2.75
Hips
44
44.25
43.5
42
-2
Rt. Thigh
26.5
26
24.5
24.5
-1.5
Lt. Thigh
26
26
24.5
24.5
-1.5
Rt Calf 16.5
16.5
16.5
16.0
16.0
-0.5
Rt Calf 16.5
16.5
16.5
16.0
16.0
-0.5
Ladies, I admire you all for your dedication to your fitness and all the progress made so far. Your example is keeping me on the straight and narrow.
Well, maybe except for that fried chicken (yum yum yum -- damn, was that good).
Month 3! Once again, I would like to thank Jane for leading us on this challenge and helping us all stay accountable.
I completed Warp Speed Fat Loss one week ago and have maintained my 4 pound loss. I feel like it was primarily fat because I looked leaner, had improvements in my body fat readings (yes, I know those are only good for trending), and my clothes fit better. I am now following the original NROL Hypertrophy I program and will continue running on my treadmill for HIIT on my non-lifting days.
My goals for November are to re-focus and continue the nutrition and workout consistency I had during WSFL (not to that same level of intensity) and to improve my form and technique on all lifting. My next goal (within calendar 2008) is to find a lifting coach I can work with periodically to ensure good technique and to learn the Olympic lifts. I want to also focus on chin-ups but I need to prioritize the other items in front so it may have to wait. One thing I do want to prioritize highly is to ensure I post regularly....both my own workouts and encourage others. I have struggled with being a consistent contributor.
Stats (5 pounds lost since beginning of Challenge):
Measurement
8/2/2008
9/1/2008
10/5/2008
11/2/2008
Height
60 in
60 in
60 in
60 in
Age
38
38
38
38
Weight
115.6 lbs
117.0 lbs
112.2 lbs
110.6 lbs
Neck
13.125 in
13.125 in
13.125 in
13.125 in
Chest
31.25 in
31.25 in
31.25 in
31.25 in
Waist
(at bellybutton)
27.5 in
27.75 in
27.44 in
27.75 in
Hips
(at hip bone)
32.625 in
32.25 in
31.56 in
31.75 in
Left Bicep
10.375 in
10.5 in
10.5 in
10.25 in
Right Bicep
10.375 in
10.375 in
10.5 in
10.3125 in
Left Thigh
19.25 in
19.5 in
18.56 in
18.6875 in
Right Thigh
19 in
19.25 in
18.625 in
18.625 in
Left Calf
13 in
13.125 in
13.125 in
12.6875 in
Right Calf
12.75 in
13.25 in
13 in
12.9375 in
Body Fat %
(Fat Track II)
19.6%
20.6%
18.5%
19.2%
Body Fat % (AccuMeasure)
23.0%
21.3%
19.2%
17.4%
8/2/2008 on right, 11/2/2008 on left:
Thank you so much for all the support you have given to me. I feel like I am nudged a little further towards my goals each day when I know I have to report back!
Well, this was the month of zero progress, when the wheels fell off my hitherto smooth-running progress, and although I was down to 135 on 10/10, I put a few pounds back on since then, and am basically right where I was at the beginning of the month. (*sigh*) The goal for Dec. 1 is to get to 134 (1 lb/wk loss), and to increase my cardio exercise to at least 4 sessions/wk., at least 40 min/session, heart rate >140. (In addition to calorie burn, this actually makes me feel better and improves my adherence to diet.)
performance gains:
long run time- fast enough to move up to the group that runs the time I need for boston!!!!
400's at the track faster than ever
squatting ATG no problem now
getting stronger!
Amazed that there is actually some progress this month! It's very small, but it's there. The measurements were all done this morning, but the pics were just done now (8pm), so they may not be consistent with the measurements, but that's ok. And I took my average weight, which is 130, since I didn't weigh myself this morning.
And since this bf% graph seems to be going to right way, I figured I'd include it:
Nov 2
Bust - 42.5 (no change)
Chest - 35 (no change)
Waist - 38.5 (-.75)
Hips - 45 (no change)
Thighs - 24.25 (no change)
Calves - 14 (no change)
Upperarm - 14.75/15 (-.75/-.5)
Forearm - 11.5 (no change)
Wrist - 6.5
Neck - 14
Weight - 191.8 (-5.6)
BF% - 34.5 (no change)
Total inches lost this month - 2
Open Challenge Goals
Goal 1: Weight Loss of 43lbs (218 to 175) - Last month I was at 197. This month I am at 192. Only 5 pounds this month but I broke through my 195 sticking point and actually lost during a month of crappy eating!!
Goal 2: Losing 2 dress sizes (18 to 14) - This goal was reach this month. I am officially a size 14. Not that I have many to wear since my clothing budget is totally maxed out!! LOL
Goal 3: Compliance - HIIT twice a week and SS cardio three times a week - 50% this month. My schedule has bee so crazy I am lucky to fit in my regular workout and that takes precedence over HIIT and cardio. Goal 4: Perform 10 pushups. (0 to 10) - Push-ups - I got up to 6 push ups this month. I had to switch back to incline push-ups though a couple of days ago because my shoulder and back have been bothering me. Hopefully I will be back to regular push-ups soon.
What is up with my hair in some of these pictures!!!
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AM, homeschooling mom to Wild & Wacky, see my fitness journey here, my training log here and my everything else blog here.
Consistent practice equals consistent progress.
Just a reminder: While it's perfectly fine to show progression pics from whatever timeframe you wish right now.......for the final pics next month, please only post your August (beginning) pics and stats and your December (final) pics and stats! This will make it much easier for the judging to only be done for the current challenge timeframe. Thanks!!!
Here are mine. I have got to get the stupid angle downn on this one. It is going to kill me. Oh well. Here it goes.
Stats: August September
Chest- 35.75 in 33 in -2.75
Waist (narrow) 30 in 27.5 in -2.5
(belly button) n/a 28.75 in
Hip - 36.5 in 34 in -2.5
r thigh- 21 in 20.5 in -.5
r calf - 14.5 in 13.75 -.75
r upper arm - 11 in 10.5 in -.5
r lower arm - 9 in 8.75 in -.25
Here are my photos:
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Momma to Joel (6) and Sean (5)
Wife to John for 10 years
Just a few thoughts:
1. For whatever reason, I couldn't get the lighting to work on my front shot this time around. Not sure why, but it was either dark or too light. I went with the dark version.
2. I'm using my average weight for last week; I've been really retaining water the last few days and, well, I've been a little backed up (sorry TMI). This morning's weight was 138.8.
3. All in all, I'm pretty happy with last months results. The deficit is really working for me.
Well, there aren't any signifigant changes is the measurements, but I can see some recomp happening on the pics of the back and side, and based on how the past few months have gone, that's enough for me right now.
Just adding in my stats that weren't included with my pic! Stats were done today... I really think the bf% is probably a more accurate reading than last month's low one... who knows? Also, the abdomen came out 4" higher, so I know it was measured wrong, just gonna go with same as last month
Well, here they are. I've had a hideous month, only worked out for one week. Other than that I have been sick with various viruses that the kids have brought home, plus I am suffering from terrible perimenopausal symptoms.
The odd thing is that I have lost weight. Maybe all the hot flashes have raised my metabolism. Honestly, it doesn't make sense. The only thing I can think of is that I've finally built up enough muscle that my metabolism has sped up. Because my diet has been pretty lax lately, too.
Final stats:
Aug 2008 Nov 2008
weight 162 148.5 -13.5
bust 38 37 -1
waist 30.75 29 -1.75
hips 39 35 -4
calf 15 14.75 -.25
I'm the lowest weight I've been in over 15 years, but my body looks better than it did even when I weighed less. I'm wearing size 8's and heading for 6's.
Overall I am very pleased. I have about 10-12 lbs to go to get to the weight I set for myself originally, when I started 2 years ago--I've lost nearly 40 lbs in that time. Not impressive in weight loss, but my I am more fit than I have been since I was a teenager. : )
I had a really good month, have been doing well with food and trying to eat enough to gain muscle. I had my bodyfat tested via bodpod and was at 15% and I feel great about that. I did decide that I want to work on doing a show and have been aiming for 4 workouts per week and eating lots of protein and veggies. I started working with a trainer 3 weeks ago and am really enjoying the program.
Here my pics a little late this month. I keep on working out, but haven't had any time to post here or update my log.
My weight: A slight decrease to 124.6 the rest is the same as before.
This month, I sort of floundered around, going from fat loss and then to maintenance, and then to gaining. The good thing is that while my weight is up a bit, my body fat is down from August 1. So, I've managed to gain some LBM. I also noticed that when I transitioned into eating more, my workouts were very good and I was hitting PR's all over the place. I also was getting some "skinny" comments at the lower weight and I didn't like that. I put a couple pounds back on and I felt better in my clothes. At the same time, I do know that I need to get my BF% a bit lower. So, with the holidays coming, I really want to get those last few fat pounds off, so that I can concentrate on trying to gain some LBM come the first of the year. While I'm not totally thrilled with this month, I'm OK with it.
So, the plan for next month is fat loss, but we will see what my OL coach has to say about that. Subject to change.
Weight: 5'8" 137 lbs to 134 (-3 lbs)
Chest: 36" to 36.5" (+.5)
Below Chest: 29" to 28.75" (.25")
Stomach below belly button: 34.25" to 33" (-1.25")
Waist at narrowest: 27" to 26" (-1.0")
Hips: 37" to 36" (-1")
Thigh: 21.5" to 20.5" (-1.0")
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