2 week challenge
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It's all bodyfat loss, Amy....your abs are there, just gotta skinny down to see 'em!
And, in the last 2 weeks, I've returned to low-carbing (with a few higher-carb days thrown in!) to flatten my tummy. Some people (about 40%) respond to "low-carb" and I think I am really and truly one of those. Other people (about 40%) respond to "low fat" - and I am NOT one of them - I need fats to feel "full".
As soon as I went back on lower-carb, my tummy flattened and now I'm just going to keep it that way.
Also, REMEMBER - I AM A NATURAL PEAR (trying to morph into an hourglass!). If you are an APPLE, then your waist may never quite nip in, but I bet your hips/bum look SPECTACULAR (whereas mine still look P-E-A-R).0 -
I guess I'm an hourglass....a large one. Well a short one but with higher measurements (waiste hovers in high 20's.....) with bust and hips about 6" higher and almost equal.
"A study of the shapes of over 6,000 women, carried out by researchers at the North Carolina State University circa 2005, found that 46% were banana (rectangular), just over 20% pear, just under 14% apple, and 8% hourglass.[18] Another study has found "that the average woman's waistline had expanded by six inches since the 1950s" and that women in 2004 were taller and had bigger busts and hips than those of the 1950s"
I think I respond well to low carb also. Problem is, I love carbs. I could probably stand to cut them out a bit. My midsection is not looking awesome lately.....
Got my run in last night, but ran to the liquor store for some wine. Had a frustrating day at work. Then I slept like crap; was up from about 1:30-4 so I turned my alarm off and slept till 7:30. Oops... No lifting. Hopefully I'll sleep better tonight so I can lift tomorrow. I haven't lifted in a week and a half.0 -
I believe I am also an hourglass, and am the same as you better - higher measurements
I respond to low carb as well, and actually don't have a huge problem with cutting them out or down. The only thing that bothers me is not being able to eat fruit. My weakness is tortillas though... love me some mexican food!
Got a solid workout in yesterday, and am definitely feeling it today! Planning to run one more day this week, and get another lifting session in Sunday before the Seahawks dominate the 49ers!0 -
Hey ladies!
This is probably a really naive question.. but how can you figure out what body shape you have? I have zero clue what I am!0 -
Well, not zero, I know I'm not a pear seeing as I have no butt what so ever... never wish for a tiny rear people! It makes clothes look really weird and pants never fit! Baggy butt is not attractive!0
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Hey ladies!
This is probably a really naive question.. but how can you figure out what body shape you have? I have zero clue what I am!
Straight from Wikipedia!
Banana, straight, or I shape (rectangular): The waist measurement is less than 9 inches smaller than the hips and bust measurement.[18] Body fat is distributed predominantly in the abdomen, buttocks, chest, and face. This overall fat distribution creates the typical ruler (straight) shape.
Apple or V shape (triangle downward): Apple shaped women have broad(er) shoulders compared to their (narrower) hips.[18] Apple shaped women tend to have slim legs/thighs, while the abdomen and chest look larger compared to the rest of the body. Fat is mainly distributed in the abdomen, chest, and face.
Pear, spoon, bell, or A shape (triangle upward): The hip measurement is greater than the bust measurement.[18] The distribution of fat varies, with fat tending to deposit first in the buttocks, hips, and thighs. As body fat percentage increases, an increasing proportion of body fat is distributed around the waist and upper abdomen. The women of this body type tend to have a (relatively) larger rear, thicker thighs, and a small(er) bosom.
Hourglass or X shape (triangles opposing, facing in): The hip and bust are almost of equal size with a narrow waist.[18] Body fat distribution tends to be around both the upper body and lower body. This body type enlarges the arms, chest, hips, and rear before other parts, such as the waist and upper abdomen0 -
Don't measure at the bust, though!! So, Better and ramalem, measure at the SHOULDER and then determine what "body-shape" you have....the BUST does NOT enter the equation, at all!!!
(Many women think they are hourglass, but when they measure from the shoulder, they end up recognizing they are an apple or a ruler, perhaps....)0 -
I had a pretty difficult day. ... personal stuff and nothing diet-fitness related
Kept to my diet restrictions.
Won't exercise today.
Still nursing this cold/not-cold.
Hope I sleep tonight!0 -
Interesting Beeps. Not sure about my shoulders. I thought I measured them at one point, but I don't see them in my measurements. I won't be taking measurements anytime soon so I'll have to wait to see what my body type is! Also, hope you feel better today.
I think I'm going to start logging again in January. I'm a bit squishier than I'd like right now. I do feel better today after just 4 days of eating relatively well and drinking very minimally. So I'll see how the rest of the month goes I guess and also see if I get knocked up.
My alarm did not go off this morning (user error) so I didn't lift, but because of possible snow, day care closes at noon so I'll get to pick up Daphne, bring her home, put her down for a nap, and have about 2 hours of me time. Yay!
I hope to run this weekend, but it will be on the treadmill which I sort of loathe..... Have a great weekend ladies!0 -
Yesterday I had board meetings all day - couldn't check in!
Today is scheduled cardio - the end.
Also, my period is flowing freely and I'm not going to weigh today....I'll weigh on Wednesday(s) again - just back to once-per-week.0 -
Ahh!! Ladies!! I'm engaged!! My boyfriend proposed to me last night! just had to let you all know!! 0
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Ahh!! Ladies!! I'm engaged!! My boyfriend proposed to me last night! just had to let you all know!!
Awesome news! Congrats!
My weekend was actually pretty decent. My gift exchange dinner with girlfriends got canceled for Friday because of the snow and ice. So Eric and I had a nice mellow evening in. I had just a few drinks and some wings for dinner, watched a movie and went to bed early. Saturday relaxed in the morning, ran some errands, and ran 3 miles on the treadmill. I haven't been on that thing in months. Like probably 6 months or more. It wasn't terrible and I am geared up to put some mileage on it this winter. I'm doing a 50 miles in December challenge and I'm only at like 7 miles, so I have some work to do! Saturday night we had a party and I actually didn't overindulge like I usually would. Filled my plate with about 1/2 protein and had 2 little cheesecake bites for dessert and a few glasses of wine. Came home, had one more glass and went to bed early AGAIN! Yesterday I grocery shopped for the first time alone in a long time. Then did about 2 hours of food prep: appetizers for family party last night and lunch today and made a chicken brocoli chowder we'll eat tonight and Tuesday. Wednesday is my Christmas party, and Thursday we have a friend's birthday dinner out. Another party Saturday. I've got to squeeze in some workouts this week and do as well as I can with food. I have a Christmas lunch today too!
Workout goals for the week:
M - may try to walk or run on the mill or maybe lift a little tonight. I never work out after dinner, but I think I want to try to get Eric and I into that habbit at least once a week.
T - class
W - lift or run in the a.m.
R - lift or run during nap time (day off)
F - rest
S - run
Su - lift
As far as food and drink goes, I'm just going to do my best considering all my events. Have a great week ladies!0 -
CONGRATULATIONS, shander!!! How very wonderful!! Enjoy all these moments!!
Sounds like a great weekend, Better!
I am dealing with too many kidlet issues and my head hurts. :sad:
I know it is all "first world problems", but I really would like this sort of 'grief' to NOT be around for 2014.
Anyway, my 2-week-goals are fairly standard:
1. eat my alotted calories
2. no snacking after supper
3. work-out 3 x per week0 -
Morning ladies - crazy busy at work today but just wanted to check in.
CONGATS Shander! So excited for you
Weekend was not as bad as it could be, but wasn't great either. Drank everyday, but in moderation. My eating was pretty bad, but I've already meal planned for this week tons of healthy stuff. I have been keeping up with my workouts too, which makes me feel good!
My goals for the week:
3 lifts, 2 cardio sessions
WATER
Minimal (or no) weeknight drinking0 -
I am so far behind, but just checking in real quick. So sorry for the bad news Rogie & Jen
Congrats on the engagement Shander
Beeps - rockin abs, I hope to see mine again someday. BTW I am a straight banana, no curves for me, but I am not going to complain because I am tall & thin
good goals Better, hope it goes well for you
I have shelved my workout DVD's - there is absolutely no time in my schedule for that kind of workout right now. My schedule is insane! I am in maintenance/survival mode until the New Year. I have my dance classes & will try to squeeze in a quick run when I can and the weather allows - not sure what to do about strength right now since I can't get to the gym to lift.
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Congratulations, Shan, that is so fun! Let us know if you are just planning a long engagement or what...
I am visiting my mom and sister Thurs-Monday so I know it'll be hard to workout or log.
I am looking forward to Phase 2 of the program, this is my last week of Phase 1 and I am bored with the workouts...
I was going to work out tonight but now it looks like pizza with friends instead.
I did workout Saturday and Sunday so that's pretty good...0 -
ramalem - good goals - GO GET 'EM!
abigail - I've always wanted to be a ruler - but had hips from the get-go, so no dice! I hope you do get in some dancing during this busy season!
Amy - I hope you have a good visit. I am thinking about you and know this is a tough time for you. (((asjerven)))0 -
Last time I checked in, was page 7 or something. I skimmed over page 17 and do not feel caught up at all! I did see Beeps belly though! Looking good. I am such and apple but due to lack of working out, my booty is YUCKY! My eating is so-so, but I am still sitting 4 pounds up from last Feb/March. I can't remember when the downward spiral began!
I love working it and I miss it so. Every time I workout, I get mad because I have become so weak!
My goals. ( I can start on a Tues right?).
1. 5 workouts - 1 upper, 1 lower, 1 core, 2 cardio.
2. Eat less carbs.
Simple start right? Keep me in check, ladies!0 -
Not sure what my deal was last night, but it was not great. I did do 15 minutes of HIIT. But then I ate cookies and cream drops. My back was bothering me and I was just sleepy and cranky. I slept 9 hours last night and feel much better. I've got my class tonight and planning on not eating tons of crap today like I did yesterday.
Hi Kelly! Good to see you back!
Abigail, sound like you have a plan. Just do what you can.
Amy, glad you're starting a new level soon. Getting bored with what you're doing is never a good thing.
Beeps, hope your home stuff works out.
Ramelem.. sounds like your weekend and mind were similar....0 -
kclynch - welcome back....I'll TOTALLY hold you accountable!! But, then you'd have to post regularly, right?? So, DO THAT!
I like your plan.
Better - 9 hours of sleep sounds AWESOME! We have a neighbour who starts her car every morning at 5:20 a.m. She runs it until she leaves at 5:45 or 5:50 am. So, long story short - we wake up everyday at 5:20 am....which means I'm losing 30 minutes of PRECIOUS sleep. Having said that, I am in bed by 10 pm everynight - that's my "good habit" that I started building a few weeks ago and i'm going strong with it.
At least that means I'm getting about 7.5 hours. I'll take it!0 -
I really honestly feel my best on 9 hours. If I am asleep by 10, I can sleep till 7 and get it. Since I apparently don't work out in the mornings anymore...... That will be a new habit I get into after the holidays. I really love sleep.....0
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Better - I really love sleep, too. When that chick does NOT start her car (i.e. on Saturdays and Sundays), I sleep through until around 7 or 7:15....and, since I'm still going to bed at 10 (even on Fridays and Saturdays!), I'm getting 9 hours each of those nights....trying to catch up on weekly sleep-deficit.
The "good news" is that her house has been UP FOR SALE! Mind you, it's been up for sale for 7 or 8 months, but there's always hope that SOME buyer will snag that bad boy and the NEW OWNER will park car in double garage, like ordinary sub-urbanites (instead of packing all boxes/storage in garage and therefore parking noisy cars outside and running them for HALF AN HOUR before taking off!!!)0 -
9 hours of sleep sounds absolutely amazing. I don't know if it's the dark and cold here or what, but I am just having a really tough time not feeling exhausted. I almost didn't make it to the gym yesterday due to having a crappy day at work, but I decided that I should just go because I knew it would improve my mood... turns out the gym was almost as crappy as my workday!
Have you guys ever had that night at the gym where everything (equipment) is taken, people are getting in your way and you just want to scream at everyone!? It took me almost 10 minutes to find parking, which is unusual for my gym and I almost turned around and went home. GRRR. Happy to report I stuck through it... Really starting to consider working out in the AM.
Beeps - I'll keep my fingers crossed for you
Welcome back Kclynch!0 -
I used to loathe January at the gym when I belonged to them. (Gold's Gym for a while in Lexington and then the Y when I moved back to Louisville). Since I was a borderline gym rat, I hated when all the newbies came, took the parking spots, equipment and were generally unaware of anyone else. HATED IT! Luckily by Valentines Day, half had fallen off the wagon and by spring break, things were back to normal. Another reason I now love working out at home. I miss some things, but not enough to deal with all that. Plus when I was going to the Y downtown, I had to pay to park at a meter and walk a couple blocks to the gym. Hated that too. I do miss being able to spend 90 minutes of uninterupted time doing whatever I felt like doing though......
Beeps, I can't believe your neighbor runs her car for half an hour. Really? You can warm a car up in less than 10 minutes......0 -
The neighbour daughter runs her car for 1/2 an hour, starting at about 5:15 am or 5:20 am. She comes by it honestly, because her father, for YEARS, has run HIS car for 1/2 hour, always starting at 5:30 am (he's union and literally starts driving off at 6:00 am ON THE DOT).
If you park your car in your garage, you NEVER need to 'warm it up'. If you have filled your f*cking garage to the rafters with boxed *kitten*, so you MUST park your derelict vehicles on the street, then, yes, you can warm them up in 5- to 7- minutes, but who the h*ll cares about the environment?!??!? Never mind your neighbours who are TRYING TO SLEEP.
Ugh - these particular people WON this home in our stampede lottery....now that they are TRYING to move on (back to the trailer park?!?!?!?!?), I cannot WAIT!
We have tried white noise to drown out their rattle-trap vehicles, LOUDER white noise, MORE fans and basically, I'm just a super-light sleeper and I CANNOT "GO THE *kitten* TO SLEEP" with that racket going on!
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Here, the always say not run your car for fear that someone will steal it. Or do they sit in the car for 30 min?
I always hated Jan at the gym. If I went back to the gym, it would just be for the classes. I have always wanted to take body pump. Right now, all my DVDs feel brand new since I haven't been working out!
I am sore from yesterday's workout. I can feel it in my glutes and my shoulders - and it wasn't a shoulder workout. I had hoped to workout this am, but it took me longer then expected to write sub plans. I have a training this morning. This afternoon we have a staff Christmas party and they are feeding us panda Express. Hoping they get the steamed veggies so I can have that instead of rice.
When I was skimming through, did someone mention Wed weigh-ins? I think that is a great idea except TOM came last night so I will be officially weighing in next Wed. No need to depress myself.:laugh:
Tonight, I will get some cardio as I have to return a million Christmas gifts! Lol.0 -
My shoulders are sore from my class last night. Feels good. I also got up and lifted this morning! Woo hoo! First time I'd done that in weeks. It felt good. If only I could get my *kitten* out of bed every morning..... I'm hopging to get in 4 miles on the treadmill during nap time tomorrow so I can at least make a partial effort at my 50 miles in December challenge. I'm at 7 right now. :ohwell: Eats were pretty good yesterday. I had a few goodies, but hell, it's Chrstimas and they are everywhere, including my house. Office Christmas party tonight so I really want to just be conscious of my food and limit to 2-3 drinks. I think it may actually be a sit down dinner which is good for me because I love grazing on appetizers. I've got another cocktail hour and then dinner after tomorrow night.0
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kclynch - nobody is up stealing cars in our neighbourhood at 5:30 am....in any event, most "automatic car-starters" have you clicking your button from inside your warm little house, leaving car locked, but started, and then when you're ready to go, you unlock your vehicle and drive away.
Anyway, I think I'm going to have to adjust my bedtime to 9:30 pm ~ in an effort to try and get 8 hours of sleep. Not fun, but I also can't "out-maneuver" the car-starters next door....this has been going on for 2 months and I'm losing precious sleep everyday. I can't wait for them to move, but as a realist, that's not gonna happen for at least 6- more months!
I TOTALLY hate Jan/Feb at the gym....mind you, my lunch-time work-outs aren't really impacted, so that's good. But, my Saturday cardio becomes a "zoo"....thank goodness I'm a "regular" - there ARE some privileges to THAT.
Better - i like grazing on appetizers, too! Mind you, our Xmas parties have been NON-existent this year! We've been conflicted out of EVERYTHING with kidlet hockey, volleyball and basketball. My waistline THANKS me!0 -
Hi!
Does anybody have a good website or online resource which might be able to help me 'prioritize' my wants/needs for 2014??
....and I'm not just talkin' about fitness/health goals. Kind of the whole "how am I spending my time and is this the way I REALLY want to be spending my time" type stuff.
I feel like I'm in a "slump" and I would really like to have a 'game-plan' (for my life....) going into 2014.
Anyway, thought I'd ask here!0 -
Beeps - I am in the process of doing that as well. I need to get my schedule under control in a big way. I am kicking it old school and bought a day planner for 2014. It has a whole thing about goal setting and planning. It shows the calendar by a whole month as well as 1 week per two page spread with a block for each day. There is also space for lists, phone #'s goals & actions, etc. I am also posting a family calendar in our kitchen with everyone's activities on it & I am starting to delegate a lot more to my husband these days which helps. He works closer to home, way less hours & less stress than he used to so he does a lot of the house cleaning which is awesome & helps with pick-ups & sometimes dinner.
We are going away to a bed & breakfast in Camden, ME after Christmas so I am going to use some of that time to plan out the year. Part of this process will be finding more time to exercise. 0
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