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Hello all! I haven't posted in a while; my BED was throwing me for a loop and I had a rough week or two there. Been back on track for the last few days so I hope to keep that up. February was still better than January, so I hope March is even better.
DNA, you look awesome! I'm reading crazy inspiring numbers and stories on here: you have all remotivated me.
I am in on a 10%, 6 month Dietbet to keep myself on track and so far I have lost four pounds. Not that I want to focus too much on the scale but I do have about twenty pounds to lose. I care more about the inches and the increase in strength but I do have some fat that needs to disappear for good! I turn 35 this summer and want to finally be able to wear a bikini and feel comfortable and happy.
Lifting is going well and I kept up with workouts even while dealing with the bingeing. I'm in the middle of Hypertrophy 2 and I love it. Especially noticing some good upper body gains. I will see how today's workout goes as the last one got cut a wee bit short due to my three year old having an accident at the gym daycare :P
He starts school in the fall and that means me alone for six hours a day. We've decided I won't go back to work yet (been home for almost seven years, since my eldest son was born); between the youngest starting school and my husband moving into some shift work, it will be busy enough. I should be done Supercharged by then and am debating either doing some work with a trainer or...not sure. I guess I will wait and see how the next six months or so go.
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I worked out Monday and Tuesday. So, today will be a THREE-PEAT!!!
I am actually going to head to the (workplace) gym in short order and just DO IT.
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...and BACK from the gym!
so, that is 3 days in a row....great START to March!
And, today I am going to start on the 'diet' portion of my personal-scale-loss-fix....I have a PLAN in place to address night-time snacking and now I just have to EXECUTE.
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Hola!
Today was an A workout day for me.
Squat: 1x5 @ 45, 1x5 @ 65, 1x5 @ 75 and 5x5 @ 95.
Bench: 5x5 @ 60 - Is it recommended that I do warm-ups for bench?
Row: 5x5 @ 60.
Accessories:
Lat pulldown: 3x6 @ 85.
HIIT (1 minute high, 2 minutes recovery) for 15 minutes.
I'm glad I was able to get to the gym this morning as we've been dealing with ice. The forecast is calling for 6+ inches of snow tonight into tomorrow and then record lows (near zero) on Friday, so I'm not sure if I'll get to the gym.
Welcome back, pudding! I'm glad to see you're back on track. Great job!0 -
lovetowrite73 wrote: »Bench: 5x5 @ 60 - Is it recommended that I do warm-ups for bench?
I do - it definitely improves my big lift. I only do small volume reps once near to the weight for that workout though or I fatigue. Maybe it is just a mental thing? I dunno!
I'm sick - I have a cold. Feeling miserable. Got my workouts in this week - have broken my OHP and bench plateaus - hurrah! My accessory work is helping. Saw the physio - time to start re-loading my glute and add some hamstring/tendon work as also have issues there. It's ok - time consuming but do-able. Still not allowed to squat parallel or below, no fast running, no plyometrics, reduced single leg work - which is ok as not doing that anyway. Bloody rehab. At least I'm seeing gains in upper body!
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AAArrrrrrggghhhhhh!!!
Tween-agers, sick munchkins, hard-to-find items and a crap tonne of work to do.
Someone explain to me why I thought running my own business would be fun??
(ok, so it is fun, just not today
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Well, after a calm morning and such, ended up going to work on my day off. In fact, of the three in a row scheduled, I will not work on just one of them as we have a part time person out sick. Short shifts but still gets me some overtime. Went to the gym after work.
Day 9, A5
squat 3x10 @ 105 - Kept the weight just cause back has been iffy. Might increase next time.
push-up 1x10 bench and 2x10 rail
seated row 3x10 @ 60 - Probably will keep weight same next time, the 10 lb jumps are tougher.
step up 3x10 @ 20 - Couldn't find the 22.5 ones to use.
pj 3x12
Then, for fun: Wrist curls with 10 lb dumbbell, 3x10 bent over row with 50 lb bar and 160 lb leg press focused on using heels for 3x8.
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DawnEmbers wrote: »
step up 3x10 @ 20 - Couldn't find the 22.5 ones to use.
pj 3x12
I find these numbers to be HUGE. Huge. I don't usually do step-ups (because my glutes don't fire....just my quads), but I gave them a go this week.
I could NOT do 3 x 8 with NO DB's. Seriously. I did about 3 x 6.
It was kind of embarrassing....
It did make me realize that all the glute work I am doing is great - and I will keep doing it. BUT, I have been COMPLETELY neglecting my quads and that probably isn't a good balance, either.
I don't ever plan on doing step-ups or one-legged-get-ups with weight because quad-strength isn't my concern. But, I should still do them, more often, even with NO weight, because they are a functional move. Good to have as I age.
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Yeah, I only do the step ups because they are part of stage 1. It will probably be helpful if I ever encounter stairs, though. My knees have been okay at least but they dislike the lunges a little more than the steps.
I need to work on my hamstrings and glutes more, even with squat I've been a little quad dominant it seems. Part of the form check results included needing to work on those in particular. I need to rearrange my accessories and figure out what to add for that.0 -
Week 1, Day 1 of Couch to 5k.
Not bad overall. So much easier than my first attempt like 4-5 years ago. Helps that I weigh around 40 lbs less and have been increasing my fitness level gradually since September. My knee got a little cranky but it was achy last night when I tried focusing on heel with leg press and didn't think to lower the weight since I was doing it different than usual. Feet ache but it's more of an issue with not having days off from work in too long (as I am on my feet and often moving around all shift).
Feel much better about this attempt and think I might make it through. Last time had shin splints and pain in my side so never made it far, week 2 at the most but probably was just doing week 1 before giving up. This time, I've got a 5k in June, so I'm gonna do it.0 -
Well done Dawn - you'll be cranking out 10k's before you know it :-)0
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Hello, all!
So, I trudged through sketchy/icy roads to go to the gym this morning. So glad I did and also happy that I didn't slide off the road!
Squats: 1x5 @ 45, 1x5 @ 65, 1x5 @75 and 5x5 @ 100.
OHP: 3x5 @ 60, 2x4 @ 60. - My first failure!
DL: 1x5 @ 125.
I didn't do anything extra as I had to give myself extra time to get home and ready for work. Plus, I got to the gym late because the roads sucked hardcore!
Dawn, I hope this time around you're successful. I have started C25K twice and never completed it. I just don't like to run.0 -
Popping in to say "great lifting" to all of you!
Maintenance week/rest week was nice and much needed. Now back to the routine!0 -
Looks like everyone is doing big things this week. Great job!!
I actually got in two lifts early in the week, and I got in a turbo kick class (different, still prefer zumba) finished Hypertrophy 2. It's pretty cool how you can lift the same weight at 12 reps that you first did with 8 reps. I like seeing that progress in a short period of time. My DL was 2x12@95 same with back squat. 4x4@ 115 3x12@ 85. I lifted on Tuesday. I went in during the first icy storm of the week and had the place to myself. Pretty awesome!. Then I was sick Wednesdaya nd Thursday. Luckily I had a snow day Thursday and had to stay with kid for their snow day today. Now I feel rested and ready to start Hypertrophy 30 -
Made it to the gym after short shift at work. Good day overall as I even got writing stuff done before going in to work along with buying groceries so that I have more protein options in my house. That is my food plan pretty much, trying to get enough protein daily and the rest is just bonus. lol
Day 10, B5
deadlift 3x10 @ 145 - working on form a tad but still decided to go up to the 145 again. Not bad at 10 reps.
db should press 3x10 @ 20 - the 17.5 was in use so figured I'd go up instead of down.
lat pulldown 3x10 @ 60 - kept this one the same as last time.
lunge 3x10 @ 25 - so heavy. I wanted the 22.5 but they were in use.
sb crunch 3x12 - eh
For Fun:
front squat 3x8 @ 50 just cause
ohp 3x8 @ 50 taking turns with front squat
db shrug 3x10 @ 20 - trying this out but I dunno, even the 20 felt easy
assisted chin-up 1x5 @ 14 and 2x5 @ 13 - rofl... so, I guess you can be a little too short for that one. Thought I would get up the nerve to try it and I have to be on my toes to grab the bars to begin with. Then add by the time the top of my head is near the top handles, clunk go the weights. It doesn't go higher than that. Until I can pull my own weight up the rest of the way, I guess I can pull up to the top of my head instead of chin. Oh well.0 -
C25k Week 1, Day 2
Done. Though decided these exercise capris are better for lifting than running cause I had to pull them up and they aren't even the super loose ones. Oh well. I have a pair of shorts that aren't good for squatting I will wear next time. It's pretty nice outside.
Now to get ready to go eat panda express, helping a fundraiser, then go to work.0 -
Shocker of a shift at work yesterday. Did a dvd at home with my 11 yr old yesterday - was fun to do it together. Combat this morning before back to work. Hope to lift tomorrow.0
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Had a tired, cranky sort of day at work so wasn't sure how lifting would go tonight but it turned out much better than expected. Though my arms are going to be sore tomorrow.
Day 11, A6
squat 3x10 @ 115 - Moved up, which was surprising considering how I felt part of the day at work.
push-up 1x10 bench, 2x10 rail - still suck at these, my upper body strength needs some work cause my progress in general with pushups has been very minimal.
seated row 3x10 @ 60 - kept same but will try increase when rep changes.
step-up 3x10 @ 22.5 - finally they weren't in use, got to pick the ones I wanted.
PJ 3x12
For Fun:
bench press 3x8 @ 75 - not bad but still a little heavy.
db bench press 3x8 @ 25 - hard to believe I used to do a little heavier, these were tough.
db wrist curl 3x10 @ 15 - next time I'll do these last cause it affected the other curl.
straight bar bicep curl 3x8 @ 30 - hard cause wrists started to ache.
Now I'm ready for a day of rest. No C25k or lifting tomorrow, just an easy cashier shift at work and not much else.0 -
I lifted after work - it was kind of a 'just turned up' day. Tired and hungry = poor effort. Squats - keeping it light and not too deep to rest my glute so 5 x 5 @ 100lbs, OHP - moved up weight to 55lbs but only got 5,5,4,4,3. Should have gone for 5 x 190lbs with DL's but body not happy. Warmed up and got lots of reps all the way up to 155, then 2 reps of 175 and 1 rep of 190. Below my max, but not feeling good today. 3 days off at the end of the week so will hopefully be re-energised then.
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My lifting schedule this week: Mon/Tues/Wed
I travel Thurs-Sun and there won't be ANY workouts to be had on this particular travel-schedule.
I will be aiming for FLAT-TUMMY for weekend travels (and dresses I will be wearing), so CRASH-diet starts NOW. I am trying to channel my inner-high-school-student when I could crash-fast with the best of 'em!!! It's only, what, 4 days? 5 days?
Mostly, I just have to eat NOTHING all night long....this time change screwed me up big-time and I certainly snacked each of Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Aaagggghhh!!!!!!
Anyway, it is what it is and today and tomorrow and Wednesday there will be NO snacking (day or night) and Thurs-Sun, hotel means I have NO trouble not-snacking b/c no PANTRY to be had.
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Hey all!!
I was off work today and I'm so grateful I was. I got to sleep a little longer.
Squat: 1x5 @ 45, 1x5 @ 65, 1x5 @ 85, 5x5 @ 105
BP: 1x5 @ 45, 5x5 @ 65
Row: 5x5 @ 65
I also did:
Back extension: 3x8 holding a 25-pound plate
Diagonal wood chop: 3x8@ 20
Leg lifts: 3x8
15 minutes HIIT on the treadmill
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C25k Week 1, Day 3
Yeah, I have a weird schedule and and two days off from the walk/jog after day 2 instead of after day three. But I made it through week 1. Now to figure out my week 2 playlist cause I only had week 1 from someone's premade music list. I have the cues for all the weeks but it's better with music.
Tomorrow, last day of the 10 rep range. Getting near the end of stage 1. Still need to get coworker over to take progress pictures. Hopefully that will happen some time this month.0 -
Nice work, everyone!
Jo, I'm still awed by your DL numbers.
Beeps good luck on the "no snacking" diet.
Love, great numbers!
Dawn, I would definitely have to have music for C25K. I can't jog without a beat, lol!
I finally managed some sleep last night- I think I got 9-10hrs! The kids had a stomach bug for several days and the whole family was running very low on sleep. We're all feeling better today! Hoping to lift this afternoon (lower body).
I've been so tired of the same recipes lately. Anyone else get in a funk with food sometimes? I found this recipe and made it today: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/docs/2011/jamie-eason-turkey-meatloaf-muffins.pdf
I added a small can of tomato sauce and they are perfect. So delicious! Plus I can throw them in the freezer for a quick meal later.0 -
I did not snack last night....but, maybe because I did not eat my supper until past 9 pm!!!!
Gawd. Awful day. Anyway....today I am also starving. It is 1:21 pm and I haven't eaten anything, and I am really hungry, for sure.
I forgot to pack my lunch. And, while I thought I would get a noon-time work-out in, that also has not happened. I am about to head into a 90-minute meeting and when THAT is done, I am going to go find something to eat (for lunch).
Bet I won't snack tonight, either....since I will probably ingest my supper at 8!!!
This is dumb. I need to get my act together!!!0 -
...having said ALL that, my tummy is super-flat and that is what I wanted, lol!! So, even though I did not PLAN my eating to go like this, at all, I will say that it is totally working for flattening out my tummy.
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Beeps-flat tummy is nice though!
Bbc-glad you're all feeling better and getting some sleep!
Dawn-great lifts!
Jo-glad you're not overdoing it on your glutes!
Love-good job braving the elements to lift!
Sam-you too! Love seeing progress so quickly!!
I'm only getting about 2 lifts in a week lately
. Too busy and between gyms squeezing in to s temporary place.hope the new gym will open soon, I feel homeless . Still lifting, still liking the strong curves GG. Dd(14) told me my butt looked good the other day! 
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Hi all. I just realised I hadn't checked in a little bit. Sick kids, busy at work and just feeling crappy really. I think maybe because it's getting so close to our holiday that I'm getting impatient and everything is annoying me because I want to be on that beach now dammit! Lol
Although, day two of TOM today so I am feeling particularly precious I will be digging down into work today to try and clear some space for a coffee date tomorrow hopefully.
Beeps, that's sometimes how my days plan out. But I rarely eat after 8pm. Mostly because I start putting the kids to bed at 7.30 and by the time we get through the teeth and toilet routine and then they both have a daily debrief, say prayers and whatever else they try and pull to stay up later, it's well and truly after 8 and I'm stuffed lol
Sometimes life happens and you just gotta flow with it
Did that make any sense??? It's 6am and I'm sitting at the pool and I don't think my coffee has kicked in yet.0 -
...I NEVER eat (supper) late!!!!!!!! Literally, I eat my lunch at 12:30 pm or 1:00 pm everyday (because I skip breakfast, and then work-out, I am pretty HANGRY by noon!) and I eat my supper between 5:30 and 6:30 pm every single night.
So, when I "skip" a meal, it is a freakin' accident and it is horrible and I am HUNGRY.
(This excludes any purposeful "fasting" that I do....which doesn't happen very much anymore because it messes with my sleep....)
I think, in a perfect world, if I ate at 12:00 pm, had a apple-snack at 4:00 pm and had supper at 8:00 pm, I would probably be MUCH happier and much closer to my natural rhythm.
So, yes, when the kids are grown and gone and moved out, I am TOTALLY gonna do a 12:00 pm "first meal of the day", a 4:00 snack and 8:00 dinner with my husband.
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Thanks Julie. Sounds like you're doing great still.
Oh today. I forgot to bring both my chicken (dinner) and the protein shake to work. I prefer drinking it at work instead of after lifting cause it's almost 1 am and I'm still trying to finish it. Ended up eating chicken jerky for dinner instead of my planned dinner. Tomorrow will be rough cause I have an odd middle of day shift and will need to get up earlier than usual to get C25K done. At least lifting tonight went fine.
Day 12, B6
deadlift 3x10 @ 145 - heavy but not too bad
db shoulder press 3x10 @ 20 - while i tried to figure out what a group of guys were doing, still not sure, lol
lat pulldown 3x10 @ 60 - will try 70 next time
lunge 3x10 @ 22.5 - the 25 was a little too heavy last time
sb crunch 3x12 - meh
For Fun:
leg press 3x10 @ 90 - focused on heel more
good morning 3x8 @ 45 - interesting, tad awkward as it was the first time trying it
row 5x5 @ 95 - with bumper plates, was interesting not stacking any to get the height
glue bridge 3x10 body weight
Now to finish this pesky protein drink and get some sleep.0
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