I seriously want to go. my other husband and I went to a local body building show and he was bored to tears. we left early. I want to go to a big show with all of the cool fitness expos, etc. with people who want to be there! (other husband is one of my best friends who does like men, but wasn't into this show--he just met a new guy, and I honestly think he is smitten.)
Not so much at BR on sale, actually. I did pick up a pair of Jackson trousers for Fall at the 30% off discount. First pair of Jacksons for me. I usually get Martins. But, I really liked the Jacksons. Did you find that you wear a smaller size in the Jacksons vs. Martins? I think I will just pay attention online and pick up a few more pair of Jacksons on sale within the next few months so it's not such a huge hit to the wallet.
I usually prefer Jackson fit, but that's almost always because the ones that come in Ryan or Martin aren't really styles or fabrics that I like. I have only tried on 1 pair of Martins lately (size 6) and they fit everywhere but the thigh, which was too tight.
FWIW, I find that the stores have better prices than the online sales. I bought a dress in the store for $49 and found it online for $89 on sale (originally $119). So if you see something you like online, you might call your local store(s) and see if they have it.
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I am now in a 6 for the Martins, but needed a 4 for the Jacksons, which I found odd. Glad I tried them on, though, instead of ordering them.
They didn't have anything I liked enough on clearance.
Macy's had much better clearance sales going on today, too. I tend to buy my basics (really good tailored pants, skirts, shirts) at BR. Then, I go for major sale stuff for other tops, trendy stuff, etc. Deep down, I am a cheapskate!
Oh Hai ... did someone say shopping? I got my new jeans in the mail today and my new underwears from agent provocateur because they are having a sale. The jeans all have to go to the tailor to make them fit my short shanks though. That's fine since it's still pretty hot here. Looking forward to boot weather actually.
Hey missjane - Old Navy has jeans on sale for $12 today (8/23). Just thought you might be interested! I picked up a pair of Flirt boot cut jeans and they're very flattering
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Hey missjane - Old Navy has jeans on sale for $12 today (8/23). Just thought you might be interested! I picked up a pair of Flirt boot cut jeans and they're very flattering
Well, by the time I got there, it looked like a tornado had whipped through the store. I took back 2 pairs to try on, but both were too short -- one Flirt and one Diva. So, I asked the fitting room guy if anyone had left any "longs" at the fitting room and he had a Diva in long. So, I happily grabbed it. When I got to the checkout, they rang up at $9.99. I asked the clerk why they were $9.99 and she said they were on clearance. Whatever.....I'm happy as can be at this point. Went for $12 jeans and came home with $10 jeans. EXCEPT when I got home, they are Diva skinny straight-leg jeans -- like skinny skinny skinny stick to your leg skinny. Grrrrrr. So, they have to go back.
On the bright side, I do have my Henry Generation jeans on their way to me (not $12, but still a bargain considering their regular price) and, hopefully, they will fit and I will be a happy camper.
OK, there is no freakin way I can get to 100 pushups straight through. No way. It will be a miracle if I make it through week 4 and then at the end of week 4 we test again to see where we start for week 5. Well, the lowest acceptable test results before week 5 is 31 pushups straight through -- no way. So, at the very least, I think I'll be stuck at week 4 for a while.
OK, there is no freakin way I can get to 100 pushups straight through. No way. It will be a miracle if I make it through week 4 and then at the end of week 4 we test again to see where we start for week 5. Well, the lowest acceptable test results before week 5 is 31 pushups straight through -- no way. So, at the very least, I think I'll be stuck at week 4 for a while.
Hang in there Jane! You are doing awesome. Look at your numbers above!! So what if you repeat some of the weeks. I plan to stretch the program out to conincide with the Challenge.
OK, there is no freakin way I can get to 100 pushups straight through. No way. It will be a miracle if I make it through week 4 and then at the end of week 4 we test again to see where we start for week 5. Well, the lowest acceptable test results before week 5 is 31 pushups straight through -- no way. So, at the very least, I think I'll be stuck at week 4 for a while.
I am so with you on the 100 pushups straight through. It seems impossible...crazy to think I'll ever be that strong. But even if it takes us 12 weeks instead of 6, that's still pretty amazing. Before this program, I really never even thought of doing more than 15 pushups in a row.
i think you ladies are shortchanging yourselves - look how well you are doing! i am so impressed with everyone's results on the push up challenge.
as for the make-up and fashion talk, i am so far out of the loop it's not funny! i don't even own any make-up! i think i could get into the clothes tho, since i've noticed a few subtle changes in the things i'm buying. i'm choosing brighter colors and a more tailored fit. i don't work outside the house, so i really don't have a lot of clothing needs, but it would be fun to own something cute for a change.
My Funny of the Day -- I have a page-a-day "George Bush Out of Office Countdown" calendar in my office (148 days left -- woo hoo!). Each day is a different quote from the master of prose. I wasn't in the office on Friday, and as I tore off Friday's page, I found it quite humorous:
"Arbolist......Look up the word. I don't know, maybe I made it up. Anyway, it's an arbo-tree-ist, somebody who knows about trees."
--Quoted in USA Today, August 2001''
Saturday/Sunday was good, too:
"Brie and Cheese." --Speculating about journalists' favorite foods, August 23, 2001
We had one of those Bushisms calendars at work too. One of my favorites is "Reading is the basics for all learning" You just can't make that stuff up!
I think you are doing great on the push ups too! I haven't tried the challenge yet but I love push ups so I might give it a go. Then again it might make me like them less
Yeah, the pushups are crazy! I finish week 2 tomorrow then I'm doomed to start week 3... I have a feeling it's not going to go very well, but we will see. Your numbers have improved tremendously Jane, you should be so proud! And it might take us a while, but we WILL get to those 100 pushups!
Hey Jane- I just wanted to say thanks for your comment in my journal about the (um, actually too tired at the moment to recall the name of the exercise. wow. ). Anyway...glad for the tip and looking forward to trying out more weight as soon as I get some more sleep .
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August 25, 2008
Coach Dos' Power Training - Total Fitness Routine Workout B of Phase 3 (ie weeks 7-9) Workout 6 of 10
1-armed DB Snatch
5x25
5x27.5 Jump Squats
2x5x10's
Front Squats
8x65
8x70 Back Squats
8x75
8x85
**Much better on the front squat form....thanks DM!!
Swiss Ball Glute-Hamstring Single Leg
8xBW
8xBW
8xBW
8xBW *These are so killer with the single leg version. My hammies were still screaming from my workout on Friday (RDL's, I guess), so I could not do single leg and did with both legs instead. Single leg is hard on a GOOD day, let alone a day where my hamstrings are fried.
Flat Bench Press
8x60
6x60
8x55
5x60
DB Row w/alternating DB's
8x27.5's
8x27.5's
8x30's
8x27.5's
Barbell O/H Press alternated with Jackknife Pushups
7x45 OH Press
8xBW Jackknife PU
7x45 OH Press
8xBW Jackknife PU
Assisted Chinups
8x64 lbs assist
5x58 lbs assist
2x52 lbs assist
1x46 lbs assist *This is off track my 8-rep sets prescribed...did my own thing....might not be a good idea.
Jane, about the pushups, I'd be surprised if any of us make it through without repeating a week. But I made it this far, so what the heck, so what if it takes longer, right?!
i think you ladies are shortchanging yourselves - look how well you are doing! i am so impressed with everyone's results on the push up challenge.
as for the make-up and fashion talk, i am so far out of the loop it's not funny! i don't even own any make-up! i think i could get into the clothes tho, since i've noticed a few subtle changes in the things i'm buying. i'm choosing brighter colors and a more tailored fit. i don't work outside the house, so i really don't have a lot of clothing needs, but it would be fun to own something cute for a change.
x2 on all counts. Especially on giving credit where it is due for all the hard work and exceptional results so far. You guys are kicking ass!
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OK, time to start my own training log so I can be accountable and get my goals down on "paper".
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2. To wear a bikini (hence the title)
3. To be able to do a push-up
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OMG, I am sooo bored at work today. There is nobody here and time is just inching along. So, I am readign everyone's logs, getting psyched for NROL4W challenge on 1-7, and figured I should post my goals for the new year, which haven't changed much from the beginning of this log:
1. To be noticeably stronger in all areas. I will specifically be working towards a goal of 10 pushups and 1 chin by June.
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Pushup - 15 on the Smith Machine Bar pretty low
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Week 4 Day 1 of 100 pushup program -- 5 sets
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OK, there is no freakin way I can get to 100 pushups straight through. No way. .
are you kidding me? Look how far you have come with pushups -
Please, you guys, I am TOTALLY not undervaluing how far I have come. I am so with you there. I truly am amazed. I was just stating that it really seems like an impossibility to do 100 pushups straight at this point. The chest AND core strength that this will take seems out of the realm of reality!
BUT, yes, I have made tremendous progress and I am very happy with where I am.
And, if I ever do get to 100 pushups, you guys can remind me of this post. LOL!! (And, we'll throw a little party).
). Anyway...glad for the tip and looking forward to trying out more weight as soon as I get some more sleep 
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