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Looks everybody has been so busy. YEsterday we walked approximately 3 miles in Manhattan having the time of our lives, eating the world's best Pizza, giant pretzels from street vendors, and waffles and dinges YUM. The kids saw Santa at MAcy's in Herald square (always a wonderful experience), rode the ferris wheel at the toys R us in Times Square, watched the ice skaters in Bryant Park , and then stood under the tree in Rockerfeller Plaza
Today I kicked off my vacation with a long winter nap.
what? REALLY? you were right outside my office and didn't holler at me? I am katty-korner across the street! In the same building as Bubba Gump and Hard Rock!! Girl!0 -
Got my lift on yesterday followed by 30 minutes on the stationary bike. I forget how much I hate the stationary bike. Prefer Elliptical if I cannot get outside. I just don't find them comfortable at all. I use to do a spin class at 5am twice a week and I really miss that. I tried one once at the gym I go to now and it was the most boring thing in the world! The instructor was not at all motivational, there was no encouragement, no excitement, nothing. He just cranked up some crappy 80s techno music and would occasionally tell you to up the resistence. There are times I really miss living in the States!
Anyway, I guess I at least got 30 minutes of cardio in. I knew I had to go into town after work and wouldn't get a run in. My inserts have rubbed/pressed weird on my arch and I can barely walk without feeling like the muscles in my foot are being torn apart. Not sure what that is about. I took my inserts out for my run on Thursday, and it was not great but better. I can also still use my Vibrams since they over exaggerate (n a good way) running on the forefoot. I just cannot run much more than 7km in them until I build up more (they REALLY work the calves). It is disappointing because I really want to get at least one long run in each week. Gotta love set backs from injury. At least it doesn't effect my lifting!
Christmas dinner with friends tonight. I need to get a dessert made for that and I would really like to bring in some Christmas goodies for those of us that are still at the office on Monday! At least half the people in my department are already on hols.0 -
I did start stage 5 today with my Dad.0
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AH, Now I know exactly where you are. I'm not afraid of the city anymore, so we will definitely have to meet up.Looks everybody has been so busy. YEsterday we walked approximately 3 miles in Manhattan having the time of our lives, eating the world's best Pizza, giant pretzels from street vendors, and waffles and dinges YUM. The kids saw Santa at MAcy's in Herald square (always a wonderful experience), rode the ferris wheel at the toys R us in Times Square, watched the ice skaters in Bryant Park , and then stood under the tree in Rockerfeller Plaza
Today I kicked off my vacation with a long winter nap.
what? REALLY? you were right outside my office and didn't holler at me? I am katty-korner across the street! In the same building as Bubba Gump and Hard Rock!! Girl!
My exercise today was bouncing around at Pump it Up and finishing my Christmas shopping. I didn't go over-board, I jumped off a cliff into the the abyss of the ocean. I ended up with some extra money this month...I spent it.0 -
should I just give up on getting to the gym before thursday? Congrats to the ladies getting it done!! ANd Happy birthday Mary 0
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It's looking like Thursday for me after today didn't go well. Midway through the first set of rows, the headache I had Thursday through Saturday returned with a vengeance. I tried to continue but couldn't. Stupid time of the month. So I'm hoping to get a run in tomorrow or Tuesday but that's it.0
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Great!!!I did start stage 5 today with my Dad.0
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Why? Don't give up :flowerforyou:should I just give up on getting to the gym before thursday? Congrats to the ladies getting it done!! ANd Happy birthday Mary0
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It wasn't *my* challenge that I was in, it was "kcthatsme" - she'll run another one come January (I bet sign-up is right now!), so I'll dive right back in when I return on Dec.30th.
I think I *know* what went wrong: I believe is that even though I *think* I've been eating at a "deficit", clearly I have not been! A couple of things went REALLY wrong, particularly at the end.
What went wrong?
1. I was supposed to have only 1 eat-up day per week. I was PERFECT in September, but come October/November/December, most weeks I had 2. Some weeks I had 3....those "eat-up" days can easily diminish into NOTHING all the low-calorie days.
2. I think my low-calorie days weren't quite low-enough. So, come January, I'm going to knock off another 100 calories per day to make sure I really AM in the calorie-deficit I think I am.
3. 3 x weekly work-outs is great, but I think it won't help me move off the rest of this bodyfat. I have to decide if I can throw in another couple work-outs, without turning into HUNGER DEMON. Might try it. Might not. Might wait until spring where, at least, I can get out walking every single night if I choose!
I will be very honest by saying I am 100% HAPPY with the way that I look in my clothes! I have now been weight-lifting for 2.3 years and the WAY that my figure has changed is, for me, nothing short of MIRACULOUS. I worked HARD for it and I'm really enjoying myself, when clothed.
However, when "less-than-clothed", I still have some work to do. I don't believe I have 20 lbs to shed, but I do believe another 10 lbs shed (which has more to do with what that equates for in inches lost, than the scale.....I hope you understand that) will really keep me within striking distance of where I want to be.
Goals are SO individual - it's totally okay that you don't have the same goals as me. It's totally okay that I don't have the same goals as you.
I also want to work on unassisted pull-ups in 2014 and better/more push-ups, too. The bodyfat coming off will help the look of my lower body. The pull-ups/push-ups work will help the look of my upper body.
IT'S ALL VERY GOOD!0 -
Here's the next challenge (running Dec. 30/13 - April 14/14) --->>> http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/18086-creating-the-best-me0
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Monday workout DONE! Squats at 100, SLDL and stepups, back extensions and abs for accessory work. It was very difficult today - the gym was just too hot and I was sweating like crazy. I ran out of energy but I kept pushing through. Not my best day but a good workout nonetheless
Beeps I love how clear you are about your goals! I also am glad to hear you say you are happy with how your look clothed. I'm not there yet but I realize that despite continuing my program I have not been pushing myself like I did with NROL4W.
Here's what I know I've been doing wrong.
Half-assed tracking/logging - that is my biggest problem - and always has been! both food and exercise!
Not pushing myself enough (partly due to half assed logging) - instead of increasing or maintaining, I realize that I actually have dropped down in some of my accessory lifting.
Not finishing hard. One of the women I know who is also doing 5/3/1 suggested doing drop sets - starting as heavy as possible and then as I become fatigued, drop weights. I haven't been doing that but my new rule is GO HEAVIER first!
My goals for 2014 are similar to yours Beeps
I want 10 pounds off
I want to reduce body fat
I want to do an unassisted pullup/chinup!
To achieve those goals, I'm going to
Lift 4x per week
Maintain a better and complete lifting log (spreadsheet) with monthly goals (in theory, I should have had this doing 5/3/1 but...)
Eat at a 150 cal deficit (technically right where I am, but again, crappy logging!)
The trainer I've been working with has left the gym, so I have to find someone else - I actually got a recommendation this weekend. I will call him and see if he's willing to work early mornings. I'm not looking for a full time trainer but I know I need someone to occasionally spot me and keep me honest. Although I have several acquaintances at the gym, none lift like me, except for 1 woman and she's off on her own too.
Happy holidays, Merry Christmas and Peaceful Solstice0 -
Here's the next challenge (running Dec. 30/13 - April 14/14) --->>> http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/18086-creating-the-best-me
Thanks for the link. When I look back at the last six weeks I have really been getting one weight training session in a week. So to start my new year I am setting a goal of two a week and three HIIT sessions and walks when I can. I'd love three days a week to weight train but not realistic I can make to a gym that often usually.
I want to post a selfie but first I have to teach myself how...
I sucked down four egg nogs with rum yesterday and I'm down a half pound today. :huh:
:drinker: Here's to a happy holiday, stay safe everyone.0 -
:drinker: and to you Rocky :-)
Going to combat today, had a rest day yesterday after DOMS and general 'yuk' feeling meant body was not capable of a workout. Don't know what that was about. Hoping to get a walk in on Christmas day too.
My plan is to start supercharged hypertrophy in the New Year - we are away after Christmas until NYE anyway. In the gap, I shall re read the book and focus on creating some goals. While doing that I shall continue to log and remain active.
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Jo, I had a yuck day today. Hate it when that happens. My mind was willing, but the body wasn't!
Sue, I like your goals!
Beeps, that's the great thing about logging- we can look back and see where went wrong. But even though you didn't lose any weight, I'm sure you did a little recouping. You will OWN 2014!
Rocky- I think 2 days a week will still get you results. 1 day a week probably won't do much, so I think that's a great goal. Merry Christmas to you too!
I had a very crappy lifting session tonight. I got to the gym and my body just would not do what I was asking it to do. I decided my crappy diet and TOM must be taking its toll on me and got out of there after some mountain climbers, squats, inverted rows, shoulder presses, and bird dogs. I will hit it hard Thursday.
I've been thinking a lot about goals lately. I'm so torn between increasing my lifts and losing fat. Those two don't go together for me anymore- I have to pick one or the other. I think I will go to a 15-20% deficit in January and try to get another 10lbs(and inch from my waist) off by Summer. Then I will look at maintaining through the Summer....maybe.0 -
Lifting was great today! The gym was almost empty I could almost run laps in there, and not bump into anyone.
I keep repeating the last week of Stage 1 until January when I will move onto Stage 2. Will continue lifting at the hotel while on vacation.
Love seeing your goals on here. Keep lifting ladies and enjoy the holidays!!!0 -
Hello, everyone. Been MIA. My Bday was Sunday. Kids made me breakfast in bed served on new Fiesta dishes. (son purchased them ) Husband gave me a BookBook for my iphone. Love it. Looks like a small book . It will hold iphone and license and a few cards. I requested NO cake. I don't care for bday cake. I did request Chocolate no bake Oatmeal cookies. Thankfully, Walmart has them in the deli. LOL
No workouts this week. Only got 2 in last week. Hopefully next week I can get 4 in at least.
I am in awe of yall who are lifting and eating correctly. I just can't this week.. Not even logging.0 -
Got my lift in this morning. I didn't make it yesterday (Monday) despite my best efforts. The weekend was really busy and I just couldn't get out of bed at 5. Today was a little easier, though I had to fight the urge to roll over for another hour. Looking forward to half day at work and two days off. I have just three more sessions in Stage 1. I am not really planning on taking a break in between. I am trying to get back on track with my running schedule as well. Not sure what my goals for 2014 are yet. I will have to sit down and think about that over the next week, see if I can set some mini-goals as well.
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I did stage five b today. I am looking forward to stage six as this feels repetitive. I guess I'd rather 2 sets of ten than 4 sets of 4 or 5.
I am working today and tomorrow - but plan to celebrate at dinner- I am going to log out of curiosity
Happy Holidays to everyone0 -
Merry Christmas ladies! Eat drink and be merry...even if you don't celebrate. Yeah, No gym until Thursday. It's all good.0
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Merry Christmas everyone! I'm finishing up a pair of socks that I've been knitting for a girlfriend - we're driving up to their home to spend Christmas day with them. I still have a pile to wrap but it's for the Ohio gang. I'll do that next weekend. Hope you all have a wonderful day!0
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Hopefully everyone enjoyed their Holiday! I ate whatever I wanted and didn't stress. I'll get back in my groove now that most of the festivities are over. I fully expect to have a lb or two of true gain as my logging has been lax.
QOTD: what was the tastiest thing you ate during your celebration? What was the best gift you received?
My favorite food is always the dessert. For some reason this year I couldn't stay out of the Pecan Pie. The handbag from my husband was my favorite gift- not because of what it was, but because he went out of his way to purchase it and make sure I had a gift to open on Christmas.0 -
I got snowshoes! And the tastiest thing? Umm. Risotto with ham and butternut was awfully good, as was the Christmas sangria I made. I didn't really log the 23, 24 or 25th, but suspect more of my calories came from tasty beverages than dessert! A rarity but likely, ast cousin kept ganging me new things to try.0
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Back on it today. Body Pump this morning. Have eaten my bodyweight in chocolate the past 2 days lol. No exercise either - xmas day I actually didn't feel good at all (kids had me up at 3am!!) and yesterday I had hoped to get some sales shopping activity but it was more standing around in queues than marching through the malls! So today we have active plans and we are going on hols tomorrow. After previous weight loss (unintended), I'm really not bothered about any temporary gains. Looking forward to refocusing on the weights after the NY.0
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The best thing was the party platter I picked up at Philly Pretzel Factory for my family's CHristmas Eve party. Everyone cleaned it out!!
I got back on track today, ad went to zumba. I like taking a class to kickstart my time back at the gym. It gets me motivated and I know I'll show up when I'm on someone else's time. It's a head game. Best gift was my new Kindle paperwhite (so I can read in the dark) and new Nike workout gear. BEst the BEST gift was having the chance to spoil my kids rotten and our day in NYC0 -
Tastiest- Same here with the Pecan Pie. LOVED it. THe crust was buttery and flaky.
Best gift-Hubs bought me my first expensive purse. I usually find one in the Dept store brand. But he bought me a Dooney & burke. Even used a store coupon LOL Saved $30
It will be next year before I get to the gym. Probably the first full week of January. Next week we will be out of town. I feel so bloated, sluggish, and GROSS. Nauseated from all the junk.
A good friend of mine had gastric bypass surgery yesterday. I am hoping this works for her. She had the lap band years ago and no success. She seems positive and motivated to eat what's recommended. She is extremely obese and this was the last option for her. I'm proud of her. The surgery is life changing.0 -
Tastiest had to be the fresh ham we had at our friends' home, followed by a cheesecake cake. My best present is the grandmother's ring my hubby picked out and had made for me. I don t have it yet - he give me a picture of it!
I did a spin class yesterday, nothing today though I'd planned to go lift - I didn't sleep well last night. When that happens, I forego the workout for an extra hour of sleep.
I am ready to "restart" with my 2014 goals in mind. My lifts this last week of December are deloads so the new year really will be a fresh start!
Glad to hear everyone else is ready to begin anew too! Yea us!0 -
I was hoping to post about my lifting session, but I"m still waiting for hubby to get home so I can leave. Apparently he went for a night ride without telling me. I worry. Tick tock
I realize that many of the gifts I gave my family are self-serving lol. My youngest got a tablet of his own to get my ipad back. My oldest got a chromebook to get him off our computers (he needs his own now AND I will be stealing it to take to work) and hubby got a foam roller. Yes I will be using it as well and now he can massage his own damn legs lol.0 -
Hello everyone.
The tastiest foods were halibut with leeks and dessert of lemon bars. We had traditional Italian Christmas dinner which features lots of fish.
I am in stage five but feeling a little stuck- the workout takes a long time and I feel tired by the end but I haven't been able to increase much even though the number of reps per set is low.
I am ready to start a new stage but I have about two more weeks of stage 50 -
Hang in there PM. The increases in these stages, especially on the auxiliary lifts, is miniscule.
Well I made it to the gym. I love 9 pm on a Friday. It's one hour before closing and the place is dead. I even ran into my buddy Stan who complimented my arms. Decent WO. I hit 100 on my wide DL. I can do better, but I'm not pushing. Maybe I'll give the foam roller a try lol.0 -
Favourite food: the turkey
Favourite gift: we didn't exchange gifts this year - 'cause we're heading to mexico in February!
And, since i'm sure I weight 5-lbs more, I have PLENTY o' dieting to do come sunday.
Tomorrow is hubby's bday, then back-on-track.
I am fat and out of shape - all due to a one-week-break! Doesn't take very long....0
