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02-26-2008, 03:27 PM
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Scale Watch: 131.5 lbs!
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
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I'm so proud of you! Your workouts look GREAT! You are going to have super pics!
--On the flexion, I felt the same way on the hanna's and moved on to #4 the side crunch on the ball and I like that much better.
--You give me hope on the 1-pt row! Can you get your body in the "T" position? That's my problem. I can do the 1-pt, but my leg isn't nearly parallel to the floor. 
--I'm liking the woodchop. Can you pinpoint what feels off to you?
Again, great work! Maybe, YOU will be in the Arnold next year!
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"If someone says I can't, then it makes me all the more determined to prove that I can."
-- Michael Phelps
Last edited by missjane : 02-26-2008 at 03:28 PM.
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02-26-2008, 04:02 PM
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Go IRISH! Go STEELERS!
Join Date: Jan 2008
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 Thanks, Ladies! I feel a new sense of motivation going on, can put my finger on any one thing, but it is a good thing. Being "around" all of you, is definitely a BIG part.
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Originally Posted by missjane
I'm so proud of you! Your workouts look GREAT! You are going to have super pics!
--On the flexion, I felt the same way on the hanna's and moved on to #4 the side crunch on the ball and I like that much better.
--You give me hope on the 1-pt row! Can you get your body in the "T" position? That's my problem. I can do the 1-pt, but my leg isn't nearly parallel to the floor.
--I'm liking the woodchop. Can you pinpoint what feels off to you?
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Thanks, Jane. I believe I may try the #4 next time, thanks for the tip. Glad I am not alone in this.
Yes, NOW I can get my body in the "T". I think going up in weight a bit helped me. It's almost as though that weight is helping anchor me and get me into position. Keep trying and you will get it. And I have to say, it was an excellent feeling being able to do it and hold the positions. Very cool.
The woodchop doesn't feel like a smooth movement to me and I actually almost felt like I was going to hurt my back, if I didn't "get it" just right. I probably need to try it again and try to find a place where I do them and watch my form. Glad that you have it down! It's not that it is a hard move, it is just one that felt off. I will try again and I may be knocking on your door, in your log for some help.
Too bad you aren't headed this way for the AC. Sometime, if you do head my way, we'll have to meet.
Tonight I did 20 minutes of intervals on the step mill.
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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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02-26-2008, 04:16 PM
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#213 (permalink)
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Scale Watch: 131.5 lbs!
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Location: Ohio
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I wish I had a pointer on the woodchop. I had never done it before, but I did it and liked it right off. Maybe the height of the cable? I know I played around with where exactly to put the cable before I tried it.
You know.....had I known and planned, I totally would have come for the AC! Maybe a road trip is in the future, and us Ohioans can meet up for a workout before the challenge end. 
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Bella Bali Beads
~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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02-26-2008, 04:19 PM
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Go IRISH! Go STEELERS!
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Originally Posted by missjane
I wish I had a pointer on the woodchop. I had never done it before, but I did it and liked it right off. Maybe the height of the cable? I know I played around with where exactly to put the cable before I tried it.
You know.....had I known and planned, I totally would have come for the AC! Maybe a road trip is in the future, and us Ohioans can meet up for a workout before the challenge end. |
Maybe it is the height for me, I will play with it and get it right. I am determined.
And I would love it if we could get together.
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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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02-26-2008, 04:40 PM
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Luv'n Lift'n
Join Date: Nov 2007
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Girl you are really throwing some iron around!!! Congrats on the amazing progress. I can't wait to see you progress pics as that iron has to be transferring somewhere on the bod.
OMG!! You are so luck. The Arnold Classic is in your town. I would totally love to see that.
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02-26-2008, 04:51 PM
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Go IRISH! Go STEELERS!
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Originally Posted by kfisherx
Girl you are really throwing some iron around!!! Congrats on the amazing progress. I can't wait to see you progress pics as that iron has to be transferring somewhere on the bod.
OMG!! You are so luck. The Arnold Classic is in your town. I would totally love to see that.
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Thanks, Karla! I sure hope there are some changes, I definitely feel different. Hopefully it isn't all transferring to my ass. LOL J/K
Next year you are going to have to head this way. Shoot, you should plan on competing next year!!
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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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02-26-2008, 04:55 PM
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Luv'n Lift'n
Join Date: Nov 2007
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I haven't yet decided that body building is really a sport so probably won't compete in it. That said I would love to learn more about it. And if you are offering to host next year you might have a little friend to go with you to the Arnolds. I would not do something like that alone but definately would go with one or more others. Of course you never know... I might be an axe murderer.
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02-26-2008, 05:21 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2008
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Ginger, if you happen to have extra time, you could ask your trainer to give you pointers and check your form on the woodchops at your next session. Not meaning you have to do them then, too, just see if he has any advice.
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02-26-2008, 05:25 PM
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Go IRISH! Go STEELERS!
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Originally Posted by kfisherx
I haven't yet decided that body building is really a sport so probably won't compete in it. That said I would love to learn more about it. And if you are offering to host next year you might have a little friend to go with you to the Arnolds. I would not do something like that alone but definately would go with one or more others. Of course you never know... I might be an axe murderer.
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LOL! I am offering to host, for sure. I'd love to walk in there, with the likes of you!
Plus, all the freebies they give away and it is just a super cool atmosphere.
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Ginger, if you happen to have extra time, you could ask your trainer to give you pointers and check your form on the woodchops at your next session. Not meaning you have to do them then, too, just see if he has any advice.
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What a wonderful idea that I will use! Thank you!
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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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02-26-2008, 05:32 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Saskatchewan
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Hey Ginger, you are doing so great. Have a great session with the trainer although it looks like you are going great on your own!
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03-02-2008, 08:18 PM
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One BAD Apple
Join Date: Jan 2008
Location: Northwest Indiana
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Girl, I didn't post on the main page because I didn't want anyone to feel left out, but your updated photos are AMAZING! Unbelieveable difference allover, but truly remarkable in your core and back. Every part of you just looks firm! The bikini bottoms were definitely the way to go-- Way to show off that hot behind!! : )
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"Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses and some don't turn up at all."
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"If you don't pay attention to your ass, no one else will either."
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03-03-2008, 10:13 AM
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Stressin'......
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Maryland
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Ginger - you are making FANTASTIC progress!!! Your photos tell the tale!
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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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03-03-2008, 10:31 AM
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#223 (permalink)
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Scale Watch: 131.5 lbs!
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Ohio
Posts: 3,230
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Wonderful progress!! Isn't it exciting to start seeing results of all of our hard work!
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Jane
My Training Log
Bella Bali Beads
~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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03-03-2008, 11:37 AM
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Go IRISH! Go STEELERS!
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Originally Posted by LoriAnne
Girl, I didn't post on the main page because I didn't want anyone to feel left out, but your updated photos are AMAZING! Unbelieveable difference allover, but truly remarkable in your core and back. Every part of you just looks firm! The bikini bottoms were definitely the way to go-- Way to show off that hot behind!! : )
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And you are looking pretty damn fantastic, in your bikini shots!!
You are lucky you live so far away, cause I'd kiss you right now! LOL
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! It the results that keep me going. Oh, and I wanna look like you in a bikini.
Thank you, Tracey. The same goes with you. Huge difference!
Jane~
Thank you and yes, it makes the sacrifices a little easier.
I need to get my photos posted here in my log, as well as update my workouts. To quote Natalia, I had a major leg workout on Saturday and I am still potty floppin'. LOL
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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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03-03-2008, 11:41 AM
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Stressin'......
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: Maryland
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 *snort* That just freakin' cracks me up!!!!
That's how you can tell it was a good workout!
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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
My Challenge Log
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03-03-2008, 11:46 AM
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Planning Another Attack
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: In the War Zone
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Well you can multitask while you are on the potty so you don't have to go up and down so many times.... Pay your bills, do your taxes, read the paper LOL!
I should've asked DH to put bars in for me LOL! Something to grip on the way down! |
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