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02-20-2008, 08:57 AM
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#181 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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KirjavaCongrats on the awesome workout!
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Thank you!
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Look at you rockin out those lunges with the barbell! 65 lbs! woo hoo!
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Thanks, Jane. Stage 1 definitely helped me be ready for this exercise, as well as the squats, for sure.
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Were you able to walk outta the gym after that workout without cryin??? NICE WORK!!!
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Yes, but barely. LOL Today is a totally different story.
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Man-that is an awesome workout! Yay for you on the BB lunges and the Sumo Squats! Sounds like Christian is doing right by you, and I can almost hear the excitement just reading what you typed.
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Thank you!
Well, I am feeling some major DOMS today, and I mean major. LOL I did 20 minutes of SS cardio last night, because I was getting pretty tight and I was trying to cut back a little on the soreness I would be feeling today, so I can't imagine how I would be feeling, had I not done that.
It is a goood hurt, especially in the bootay area. I just keep thinking about new jeans to get me through.
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-22-2008, 09:19 AM
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#182 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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Need to update my log. I still have some DOMS going on, but nothing like I have had the past 2 days. So, I have not done my workout B. I will do it tonight either at the gym (weather permitting, daycare) or at home. We went out last weekend and got a new oly bar, for the new bench/squat rack, so I am anxious to play with the new toy.
1/20 - 35 minutes on the eliptical, trying to loosen up my legs
1/21 - 30 minutes on the AMT, intervals
My food is on, which is good. I have cut out all meat but chicken and fish. I'm working on cutting those out, but just need to get prepared and get my butt to the grocery store.
I can really feel some changes going on with my body, good ones. No changes on the scale, but that is ok.
Oh and I met a gym friend! Yay! She works with the same trainer and has a very similar build to me. She's the same height and even has some metal in her left ankle, like I do. Anyways, I know my trainer probably set it up, but she struck up a conversation with me and gave me some great pointers. She has lost a lot of weight and looks great.
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-22-2008, 09:31 AM
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#183 (permalink)
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Stressin'......
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Maryland
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Are you going vegan??
That's cool you met someone at the gym you can relate to!! Having a workout buddy is great!!!
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You can't out-train a bad diet!
If you are going to doubt something, doubt your limits.
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The only way to define your limits is to go beyond them.
~Arthur C. Clarke
A woman is like a tea bag - you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water!
~Eleanor Roosevelt
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02-22-2008, 09:44 AM
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#184 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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Are you going vegan??
That's cool you met someone at the gym you can relate to!! Having a workout buddy is great!!!
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Not vegan, but I am working back into vegetarian. Pretty much the meat thing. I did for a year and then fell out of it.
So, needless to say I just need to have a plan when I go to the store to make sure I get my protein. I like beans, so that helps.
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-22-2008, 10:00 AM
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#185 (permalink)
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Stressin'......
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Maryland
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I like beans, so that helps.
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You know what they say about beans!!! 
Have you ever tried making a bean cake??
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You can't out-train a bad diet!
If you are going to doubt something, doubt your limits.
~Don Ward
The only way to define your limits is to go beyond them.
~Arthur C. Clarke
A woman is like a tea bag - you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water!
~Eleanor Roosevelt
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02-22-2008, 10:22 AM
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#186 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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You know what they say about beans!!!
Have you ever tried making a bean cake?? |
LOL! I know, I know.
No, never tried a bean cake? What is it......
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-22-2008, 10:55 AM
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Join Date: Jan 2008
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Originally Posted by GinnyLou
Well, I am feeling some major DOMS today, and I mean major. LOL I did 20 minutes of SS cardio last night, because I was getting pretty tight and I was trying to cut back a little on the soreness I would be feeling today, so I can't imagine how I would be feeling, had I not done that.
It is a goood hurt, especially in the bootay area. I just keep thinking about new jeans to get me through.
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I can't explain how it works, but rolling sore muscles on a foam roller somehow gets rid of those nasty DOMS for me...Just a thought  |
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02-22-2008, 11:17 AM
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#188 (permalink)
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Stressin'......
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Maryland
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LOL! I know, I know.
No, never tried a bean cake? What is it......
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I think this got it's start during the South Beach Diet hype - we've actually had it a few times - it's pretty darn tasty!
Chocolate bean cake
15 oz (1 can) black beans, drained and rinsed
4 large eggs, seperated
1- 1 1/2 cups splenda (depending on how sweet you like it)
3 TBSP baking cocoa
2 TBSP strong coffee
1 Tsp baking powder
2 TBSP smart spread or canola oil (or you can use applesauce!)
1 Tsp vanilla extract
2 TBSP chopped walnuts or hazelnuts (optional)
Preheat oven to 350 F
Prepare a 8x8 baking pan by spraying with PAM butter spray
Blend the egg yolks, splenda, baking powder, smart balance (or oil) vanilla, coffee & cocoa in a blender or with a stick blender.
Add the rinsed beans, puree until smooth.
Transfer bean mixture to a bowl if using the mixer.
In a sep. bowl whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt with a hand mixer until stiff peaks form. Mix 1/3 of the egg whites into the bean mixture to lighten the bean mix. Fold in the remaining egg whites in two portions. It's ok if some white streaks remain in the batter.
Pour the batter into the baking dish. Sprinkle top with chopped nuts if desired. Tap the pan on the counter a couple of times to release any air pockets.
Bake at 350 F for 35-40 min or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool 10 minutes before slicing.
Makes 16 2"x2" servings
Per serving: 48 calories, Carbs 4.5g, Protein 2.9g, Fiber 1.0g, Fat 1.7g, sFat 0.5g (I have NOT verified the nutritional info!)
Variations:
Chocolate peanut butter: add 2 TBSP natty PB to the bean mixture. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts if desired.
Chocolate hazelnut: Add 1 TBSP sf hazelnut syrup or 1/4 tsp hazelnut extract to the bean mix.
Note: Coffee enhances the flavor of chocolate and makes it more chocolately, you don't taste the coffee.
Cream cheese frosting for the bean cake:
4 oz cream cheese (lf or ff)
3-4 TBSP splenda
2 Tbsp sf vanilla syrup
4 TBSP natty PB
-you can add or substract according to your taste!-
Mix all together in a cup until creamy. Store covered in fridge until ready to use. Spread on cake piece by piece.
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You can't out-train a bad diet!
If you are going to doubt something, doubt your limits.
~Don Ward
The only way to define your limits is to go beyond them.
~Arthur C. Clarke
A woman is like a tea bag - you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water!
~Eleanor Roosevelt
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02-22-2008, 11:23 AM
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#189 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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Originally Posted by sveta
I can't explain how it works, but rolling sore muscles on a foam roller somehow gets rid of those nasty DOMS for me...Just a thought |
I have read about these and if I am going to continue working with him, I think I need to purchase said item. Thanks for the reminder!
Yum, Tracey!
Thank you so much for posting that. You rock! I will definitely be trying this. Yum. I think I may have all the ingredients, too.
I appreciate it, greatly.
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-22-2008, 11:43 AM
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Luv'n Lift'n
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02-22-2008, 12:00 PM
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#191 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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LOL! Yes, the girl I was talking with that works with him, says that she does legs on Mondays and it isn't unusual for her to feel DOMs Friday! 
Looking forward to shoulders! :P
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-22-2008, 12:50 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2008
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Ginger, great workouts! Walking lunges and the one-legged work in stage 2 are quite a combo for DOMS.
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02-22-2008, 01:00 PM
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#193 (permalink)
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found my groove
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Missouri
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Wow, you guys are scaring me with this stage 2 stuff, lol!
Congrats on feeling the body changes and finding someone to work with at the gym!
Keep up the good work!
mel
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02-23-2008, 07:40 AM
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#194 (permalink)
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140's here I come
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Originally Posted by Karen411
Ginger, great workouts! Walking lunges and the one-legged work in stage 2 are quite a combo for DOMS.
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Hi Karen,
You aren't kidding! LOL I keep telling myself that shorts season will be here and I will be very happy I am doing this.
Hi Mel,
Thanks for stopping by. Stage 2 has forced me to create new and improved cuss words to mutter during the workouts.
All kidding aside, I LOVE working my legs, I really do. I just have to say, because I never thought I would and really, really mean it.
I did workout B #1, Stage 2 last night and will post it, after I get back from the gym.
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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02-23-2008, 07:44 AM
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#195 (permalink)
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140's here I come
Join Date: Jan 2008
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My trainer officially has my copy of NROL4W in his possession. I wanted him to see the workouts I am doing, when not with him and to look over the nutrition part. I think if he has a better understanding of what I am doing, that will help.
He did offer to write me up some workouts to do on the days when I am not working with him.
I also will be working with him 2 days a week, for awhile. I went ahead and got a package, plus when $$ allows I will throw on some extra sessions.
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Ginger
"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
"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." - Lou Holtz
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