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Hi everyone.
As you've probably guessed, my name is Joanne. I'm a 33 year old desk jockey with a wonderful boyfriend who comes with two wonderful girls, 8 and 10. I've dabbled in weights for years, but have never really committed to heavy lifting. Generally, I was always focused on running (which I adore) and other cardio for variety/balance. I've been on MFP for 55 days. In the first month, I lost about 15 pounds just by cutting calories. But let me be honest. It was awful. The workout days were ok, because I can cardio with the best of them and burn cals like nobody's business. But non-workout days killed me. I just can't live on 1300 calories a day. Well I could. But I'd be single in short order!
About a month ago, I picked up NROL4W after seeing so many MFPers talking about it. I'm almost done stage 1, and absolutely love it. It kicks my butt, and leaves me feeling strong and powerful. Even as I sit and type this, I'm looking down and flexing my newly-discovered biceps! I haven't noticed much of a weight loss throughout, but my body has definitely changed in stage 1.
Remarkably, I only discovered this group a couple of days ago. I'm wishing I had found it three weeks ago, but thankful to be here now. I'm looking forward to sharing my success as I continue to progress and can't wait to read about yours!0 -
Hi Everyone!
My name is Valentine, I’m 27 and I’ve been consistently using MFP since January. I love this site! I lost about 20 lbs by cutting calories but I’ve been on a plateau for a while now.
A year ago my life was much more active. I lived in the beach in Santa Monica, I rode my bike to work everyday, I worked at a yoga clothing store (yay Hardtail!) and practiced yoga 3-5 times a week. Then I got a “real job” with a 45 minute each way commute. Being orginally from the south, I've always had a weakness for anything fried and any fast food. Add sitting at a desk for exactly a year on May 23, 2011 and recipe for disaster!
I’m so sick of being out of shape. I looooooooove fashion and clothes and I hate not looking the way I want. I hate not being able to fit into a pair of True Religions or the cute bikinis. My boyfriend doesn’t have the best health habits but he looks great, we live together and I don’t wanna be the chubby girlfriend! I used to love running 5ks an 10Ks, I’d love to try a mud race or even a ½ marathon ( Full mararthon is waaaaay too intimidating right now). I actually enjoy workig out, most days it's just findind time to squeze it in. I got New Rules of Lifting for Women last week and I'm almsot done. I'm going to try my frist workout tomrrow.
I would love to get my BMI down to about 23 or so (high school weight- cha ching!) New friends are welcome
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Hi everyone,
Im just getting started. Ive done 2 months on here doing 30DS and some running/walking. Got my BMI down from 27 to 25 \0/.
NROLFW arrived yesterday. I have bought protein powder, omega 3 and a set of weights online today. Will gte cracking once those arrive - hopefully by next week. Have decided to follow the upped cals - altho thats freaking me out a bit having just got my BMI down. But I am determined to give it 4 weeks as per the plan and then review.
Im married, we have a lovely daughter who is almost 2.5 and has special needs. One of the reasons why I want to be as strong as I can be.
I will try to post my progress as much as I can. Please do friend me - I have been really inspired by the lifters on here especially. Its totally new ground for me so Im nervous but also very excited!0 -
Well I'm 23 years old from Canada... don't have a lot more fat to lose (I was never overweight, actually my BMI has teetered on "underweight" for my whole life)... anyway I am flabby and unfit so I'm hoping this will help with that! I don't have many friends on MFP so if you want a friend please add me so I have some support... haha! Good luck to everyone doing this, I'm doing workout 1 after breakfast!0
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Hello to all fellow NRWL4W!
I am a 45yo mom of 6 who loves to lift heavy! I just joined MFP, but have been using NRWL4W for 2 years. I went through the whole program once (minus stage 6) and then began skipping around the stages depending on what my goals were at the moment (My favorite stages are 1 and 7!) Anyway, I have been a slacker for the past few months and am ready to hop back on board. I originally found NRWL4W when, after a trip to Barnes and Noble, I could not find any Weightlifting books for women that included deadlifts and barbell squats! Thank god for Amazon Nice to find this group! 0 -
Hello all - just joined the group so thought I'd say hi *waves*
I've just bought the book - not intending to start actually lifting until July (probably near the end of July too) due to various factors, so I've got time to read & (hopefully) make sense of it first:) I have never even picked p a weight before so a bit scared, but sure this is the right way for me to go next.
Obligatory "who am I" bit: I'm female, 5'6,186lbs currently, from UK. married with 4 kids (still not quite sure how that happened!). Hubby & 2 of the kids have disabilities - all different - so life is pretty busy with very little spare time and even less sleep:( I work P/T in a school so I can be around for the kids all through the holidays. I've always been big, but over the past decade the weight just crept up year on year and I decided its about time I did something about that!
I started on mfp in Jan 2012 intending get fitter/healthier, but now I actually want to get fit:)0 -
Hi everyone! I'm Lauren. I'm mom to two little ones, ages 5 and 2 and I also work full time. I just started using MFP in the last week and I'm looking to chat with more women who lift. I'm starting Jamie Eason's LiveFit program on July 1st in hopes of gaining some muscle and shedding fat. I had a hydrostatic body fat test done this week and I'm currently at 18.3% body fat. My goal is to get to 15%. I doubt I'll be able to get there during the 12 week program, but I hope it will put me on the right track. I've been lifting for the past 9 months and I truly enjoy it. I used to be one of those women who only stuck to cardio, but not anymore! Go big or go home is my new motto when I hit the gym. I look forward to chatting with you all learning a lot!
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Hello. Mossie here, isn't this MFP so brilliant all the things I am interested in has it's own groups where I can research, admire and emulate! Age 57 weight 161lbs goal around 144. Following EM2WL and around the middle of stage 1 NRWLFW. Enjoying it but guess I am a bit of a lightweight, sometimes just body weight plus dumbbells. Looking forward to following this:)0
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Hi, my name is Jo. I'm 52.
I've had big periods of committed activity over the years (tennis, shotokan karate, running) but over the last 10 years had become fairly inactive plus have just gone through menopause (waves good bye to that quite happily!). I would like to blame my 3rd husband for my own inactivity as he's pretty much a couch potato but unfortunately I'd be lying, it's my own fault.
Anyway, been back into walking and running big time but looking to improve my health further with strength training, and the feedback about NROL4W have been great so went out and bought all the gear over the last few days (I prefer to work out at home) and did my first workout last night. The prone kackknife was a struggle (and I'm going to try those again today on my non-official workout day) but the rest was great.
I'm alternating with running / walking as I can't stand having a day of not doing something but very excited to be starting the programme. My diet is paleo so it fits well with this too
I look forward to reporting back as I progress. And I am sure I'll have some questions.0 -
Hi everyone, my name is Amy, I'm 26 will be 27 next Friday. I am currently finishing up ChaLEAN Extreme which was my first work out including weights. I am currently reading NROLFW and can't wait to start the program. I love the results I have seen from lifting so far and am hooked, I love seeing the muscle definition instead of the flab I use to see. I am so happy there is a group here because I'm sure I will have questions, anyone that would like to friend me feel free, any support from fellow NROLFW girls would be awesome!0
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Hi, my name is Heather Eloise.
I am more of a runner, but I have always loved lifting weights and once I heard about this book I had to give it a shot.
I start stage 1 on Tuesday (I have to make it correspond with my marathon training) and I couldn't be more excited.
I'm a student, wife, and mother to a wonderful little 2 1/2 year old boy.
Feel free to add me.
I can sure use some support!0 -
Hi everyone, my names is Amanda and I just started. I am a runner and have used the circuit machines at the gym but have been reading a lot more gaining lean muscle. I'm excited to be here.
I just started yesterday...finally after reading through the book & creating my spreadsheet
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Hi, I'm 29 and I'm married, no kids.
I have been on MFP on and off for a while. I made a commitment to track all of my meals this year and I kept it up for about 4 months, but I'm going to try to be more consistent starting now.
I'm a little bored with my workout routine. I alternate weights on the circuit machines with cardio - usually running c25K (or more recently, "Zombies, Run!") or the stair climber, but I haven't been able to increase the amount of weight I can lift in almost a year. And I get pretty bored with running once I can run two miles without stopping, which leads me to not run until my conditioning is destroyed. :P
So I'm trying NROL4W to shake things up. I knew I'd eventually graduate from the machines, which I have been doing since junior high school gym class (!!) but now that the time is here, it's a little scary. I mentioned the book to my mother in law and she seemed really interested - she is very fit, does a lot of hiking, and rowing - she bought the book for herself and a copy for me! I finally got around to reading it an I'm going to get started on Stage 1 soon.0 -
Hey guys,
I'm starting stage 1 today, I'm very excited as I've been plateauing for ages!
My gym isn't great for weights so I'll be using weight machines and hoping it won't affect my results too much. I'm currently at 184lbs, 5 ft 5 and I'm looking to get to 150 lbs in the long run. I'm not new to weights but I have taken a break from them for the last 5 weeks and concentrated more on circuit training with light weights and interval training. I hoped that would help me break my plateau but no can do, the scale and measuring tape have both been stubborn. I'm hoping by following the program with my own adaptions and eating cleaner something will change. I already aim to eat at least 2000 calories a day so the food plan will hopefully go down well, I'm slightly scared about eating 2400 calories on training days but I will keep in mind that I'll be netting lower than this.
Feel free to add me if you're in a similar position. I'm already looking forward to browsing the boards to find some success stories from the program
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Hi I am Carla, mom of 3 boys, farm wife and stay at home mom. Been on MFP since April and started lifting weights about a month ago or so.
I joined our local gym last fall and have just surpassed 50lb loss. Took me awhile I think I stalled a bit in July.
I love weights and despise cardio. But cardio did help me lose the first 50. I'm hoping nrolfw will help me lose the last 50!
Not sure I can convince myself to eat that many calories a day am so used to eating at a deficit now, but I will try it. Just ordered e book this week. Our gym is so small I am often there alone so no spotters or trainers. I need the book to tell me what to do. There are lots of weights and machines it takes me awhile to figure them out. Google is my friend!0 -
Hi Carla and WELCOME! I am new around the NROL4W world. I am almost finished w/Stage 1. Great job on your weight loss up to this point!! 50+ lbs is awesome 0
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Hello everyone!
My name is Sam, I'm 23, 5'1", 180lbs, and I am looking to lose about 50lbs. I've just recently started to become serious about my weightloss and I am hoping the through weightlifting I'll be able to see some results! I finished the book and can't wait to start! I dont have a membership to a gym, however my boyfriend and I are looking to make our spare room into a workout room. I'm really excited to start however scared to eat so many calories when I've been having only about 1200. good luck to everyone, can't wait to see some results from you all for motivation!
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Hello Everyone
My name is Tina. I'm 40 years old and 165 lbs. I'd like to lose about 20 pounds, but more importantly, I'd like to FEEL GOOD physically. I ran across NROL4W in another discussion group on MFP, and thought it might be interesting. After reading the first portion of the book, I find I'm really excited to get going and give it a try. I'm nervous about increasing my calorie intake (since I have to lose 12 pounds in 9 weeks for the military), but I'm defiantly starting the weightlifting plan next week.0 -
Hey all!! I just did my first workout last night and was so excited about this group. I'm a runner and a stroller fitness instructor, so I have the cardio DOWN. This is my first real time lifting. I've gone to personal trainers and used the machines now and then, but I really want to become stronger and zap out this last 10-15 lbs. I have known for a long time that I needed to lift and lift heavy, but I'm finally jumping off. Here we go!0
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I'm Gerardina, 30 YO, married, no children.
I just bought the book on Monday, so I haven't done anything yet, I'm just reading it for now. I've liked it so far. I work out with DVDs at home (I'm currently loving Jackie Warner's) and I can't wait to read the entire book to try it, I have the feeling it will change my life.0 -
Hi Everyone!!! I'm super excited to join this group. I haven't joined to many groups because I work full time at work during the day and at home in the evenings. My name is Monie and I am a 33 year old wife and mother to two extremely active boys. I have had this book for at least 6 months. Intially, I was a little intimidated by this book. I've read and re-read it and about to begin Stage 1. I currently started doing Zumba (which I love) and walking. I want to look great naked and I know this program will help me do that :happy: . I look forward to watching everyone's progress, learning from your experiences, and celebrating our successes. 0
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Hello everyone. I am ready to start this little lifting journey, I have been reading about this book for sometime and finally purchased it last week.
I lifting when I was in high school and on/off since then......that being a long time ago.
I am 30 years old, married to a wonderful Army CPT and we enjoy working out together a lot. I decided to give this program a try because most cardio messes with an old knee injury. When I do weights I am able to wear a locking knee brace that helps to keep my knee cap in place and doesn't cause any further injuries.
My two "children" are my puppies Allie (Pit bull mix) and Chewy (Husky mix). They keep me very busy and very entertained.
I am also in school full-time studying Medical Laboratory Technology/ Clinical Laboratory Science.
My first WO is scheduled for this coming Tuesday (8-14-12). With school the 3 days a week that work the best for working out for me are going to be Tue-Thur-Sat. I will try to incorporate some yoga/swimming/Zumba on my days off of these workouts.0 -
Hi ladies! I'm new to NROL4W, just started this week! my quick back story is i just turned 31 and realized i was becoming the dreaded "skinny fat"! I'm small, but getting flabby! I used to do more weight training, and I run, then i hurt my knee and stopped doing everything except my knee exercises. Now my knee is much better (although I am nervous about some of the workouts, like step ups) and I'm ready to get buff!
I literally just did one workout yest and will do workout B tomorrow. I'm definitely sore! but in a good way!
I'm confused about running tho. do you guys think it would be ok to run on days off? or should I really hold of til after stage 1?0 -
Lol, wow, I'm doing everything out of order... ^_^;; well, hello everyone, I've been stalking the other threads on this site for a while now, but I guess its about time I _formally_ introduced myself.
My name is Jaclyn,
24yo
5'7"
starting round 165lb. (I guess... I've been fluctuating ever since I started on this site, but this is where I was when starting this program, so I'm sure it'll work. ^^;;; )
I am a part-time College student studying Animation and Language, commuting to school from my parent's house.
I'm also a part-time/fulltime intern at RRDonnelley.
I enjoy drawing, sewing, and crafting.
I'm a huge fan of classic animated movies such as Kiki's Deliver Service and Beauty and the Beast.
I have three cats, two black females(Raven is anorexic, and Mayu is Obese) and one black and white boy (My baby Figaro!
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I've been to Japan to study language a couple of times (But never for very long) and desperately want to return... Maybe to teach English? =x
Exercise History:
I've lifted Barbie Dumbbells before, but not very often. I've been a cardio junky off and on since High-school. I moved to the big city for a year with no car or elevator in our building and got down to 149lb!! T^T Then I moved home and gained EVERYTHING back... @__@ So, now I'm here, I've never thought about lifting HEAVY, but I've been intrigued.
I started the program my July... (I don't have an exact date) and am in the middle-ish of Stage 1. Along with the lifting, I've been doing a light cardio and Zumba on off day, but leaving the weekend completely workout free. I'm interested to see how this meshes with my school schedule starting September.. @_@0 -
Hello everyone my name is Gracia.
27 yrs old
4'10" & 3/4 (when you are this short, every cm. count)
I have two boys 5 yrs and 2 yrs old.
I work full time.
I am currently doing a 4 week reset per the book where I eat at TDEE (I use a BodyMedia to measure) and will finish that on Saturday.
Looking to do a 15% cut starting Sunday.
Currently finished with Stage 1 Workout A6.
I workout MWF.
I am looking to be leaner...scale weight is really not too much a concern but I am currently at 122 lbs.0 -
Hi guys I'm Marie 46 ,married 3 boys twins(22) boy 17, 2 dogs!
I'm a part time instructor & personal trainer, iv lost 84 lb over last 3 years ! And worked as a a weight watchers leader until I had major crash last June ! Iv put 14 back on since crash & had to give WW up due to that! Also got post traumatic stress from it! Now feeling more positive ! Struggling with weight loss though ! I eat 1,200 or under a day & fast 1/7 days . Iv downloaded the book last night and am excited about getting strarted! Although feel very daunted about upping my cals eke ! X0 -
Hi everyone,
I'm Eleanor, 34, from London. I've been running for a few months now and joined this website last week. I've really been bitten by the bug, and I want to lose weight and get in shape.
I'm really excited from what I've heard about NROLFW. I've just bought the book, and my first set of weights is on its way. I did a wii fitness test today and my upper body strength is pathetic, I can't wait to start building some muscle and burning some fat!
Feel free to add me as I'm new to MFP and could use some pals :-)
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Hello Everyone!
I am Meredith, 27 and I have been struggling with weight for a while. 40 lb to lose and I love being active. I feel like I need to follow some sort of program when doing weights or I just get lost. Hoping that this in addition to my running will help me blast away those pounds....as long as I can keep my food in check.
I have read through the book and just started stage 1. Hoping to find some more friends on here for support. I need all of it that I can get.
Cheers,
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Hi all
I am Daisy. To make a long story short I have been skinny up until the age of 25. The I moved to the UK and gained about 45lbs. I am really unhappy being overweight and I feel like it is not me. I really don't want to be skinny as I am 32 too now and I want a womanly shape. I tried various diets, running and have a vast collection of exercise DVD's but keep finding myself back at my starting weight. I have recently started to eat clean and drop the dieting and also dropped the scale. I am not interested in my weight anymore but rather how I look! Today was my first day at the gym where I had a trainer going through all Stage 1 exercises. I loved it and I finally feel like I found the right way to become the old me again! Let's hope it'll be a good journey! Would love to find a community here to share thoughts!0 -
Welcome to the new ladies that found this board!! I am fairly new too. Good luck on your journey and I hope we an all do it together as we go along. 0
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