Dissapointed in myself

beckyi88

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

SHBoss1673

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

Becky, that link is broken, can you check it and resend?

beckyi88

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/free_online_article/most_recent/the_truth_about_cardio

trying again
sorry i'm a computer moron!

SHBoss1673

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

OK I found it. Pretty decent article. I already knew what HIIT training was (exactly the way she described it I'm proud to add ) but you make a good point, many people don't grasp hiit training. It is just what it sounds like HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING. You do a cardio routine at MAX capacity for 30 to 60 seconds, rest for 30 to 60 seconds, then do it again. You can't do these for very long (trust me) but if you do them, you get an AMAZING workout from it.

Look up tabata protocol, I do it once a week as one of my HIIT training's. It's nasty. FYI, there are a couple of options for tabata, I'm on the pro option. I.E. 20 seconds hard, 10 seconds rest, repeat 6 times rest 1 minute repeat again 6 times, rest, and again then 5 minute cooldown. It's DEATH I tell you, but you're done in 20 minutes, and it's like 350 calories. Crazyness!

hmo4

I thought this was a really good article worth posting

http://figureathlete.tmuscle.com/fre...h_about_cardio

It has a great explanation of HIIT cardio and what it really is...most people (NOT saying you Banks!) aren't actually performing HIIT according to its purest definition. Just thought it might be helpful or at least interesting!

Becky

OK I found it. Pretty decent article. I already knew what HIIT training was (exactly the way she described it I'm proud to add ) but you make a good point, many people don't grasp hiit training. It is just what it sounds like HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING. You do a cardio routine at MAX capacity for 30 to 60 seconds, rest for 30 to 60 seconds, then do it again. You can't do these for very long (trust me) but if you do them, you get an AMAZING workout from it.

Look up tabata protocol, I do it once a week as one of my HIIT training's. It's nasty. FYI, there are a couple of options for tabata, I'm on the pro option. I.E. 20 seconds hard, 10 seconds rest, repeat 6 times rest 1 minute repeat again 6 times, rest, and again then 5 minute cooldown. It's DEATH I tell you, but you're done in 20 minutes, and it's like 350 calories. Crazyness!

Great article. I knew some of the cardio stuff, but it's soo interesting how you can read from one author to the next about how to do things, and why. Frustrating actually, because who do you believe? This article made great sense though. Will definitely change things once I make it through the 1/2 marathon in 10 days. Thanks guys. Geez Banks, your topics are always a pleasure to learn from.:bigsmile:

Here's my fave post workout smoothie:
ice
2 cup skim milk
2 scoops chocolate whey powder
1 banana
1 tbsp flax oil

I call it...Kathy's Funkay Monkay:bigsmile: :glasses:

leann_m_olson

The problem is, for the amount I'd have to eat, to make a difference, I'm looking at 100 to 150 bucks a month extra. That's pretty steep!

better than drinking and smoking! :glasses:

Georg

Thank you for showing us that everyone struggles with something.
Good luck. We always appreciate your opinion.

staclo

Hey i'd take your hot lil bod, over hubby's right now :laugh: , i'd be upgrading!! wooohooo! :laugh: :laugh:

You amuse me. When my race comes, I will kill you last! :devil:

No No, no need to thank me, it's my reward to you for a job well done!

(I know, I'm such a dork!)

After you said that you were an IT guy, this all makes total sense. :laugh:

willywonka

Banks, I just looked at your pics and I think you look amazing!!! Such an inspiration to all of us here!!
And I have no doubt that you'll be exactly where you want to be in no time- if anyone on this darn site can do it- it's you!!
:flowerforyou:

SHBoss1673

Aww, thanks everyone. I appreciate the kind words!

SHBoss1673

FYI here's Me last October


http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/Banks1850/steve_october.jpg






and here's me Yesterday



http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm92/Banks1850/me_june_2009/Front.jpg

SHBoss1673

and for those that care, here is what I'll be eating today. as you can see, I actually HAD to add in a couple of things I don't necessarily want to eat (like the ice cream) as I NEEDED more fat and carbs, even though they are bad carbs (hey, I deserve it, damn it!)

I haven't been keeping a food diary lately, but I decided I better start again!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/SHBoss1673

hmo4

and for those that care, here is what I'll be eating today. as you can see, I actually HAD to add in a couple of things I don't necessarily want to eat (like the ice cream) as I NEEDED more fat and carbs, even though they are bad carbs (hey, I deserve it, damn it!)

I haven't been keeping a food diary lately, but I decided I better start again!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/SHBoss1673

Saw the first pic, but not the second-link isn't working. Guess I should update some pics too...

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SHBoss1673

and for those that care, here is what I'll be eating today. as you can see, I actually HAD to add in a couple of things I don't necessarily want to eat (like the ice cream) as I NEEDED more fat and carbs, even though they are bad carbs (hey, I deserve it, damn it!)

I haven't been keeping a food diary lately, but I decided I better start again!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/food/diary/SHBoss1673

Saw the first pic, but not the second-link isn't working. Guess I should update some pics too...

works for me. interesting, try it again?

SHBoss1673

I give you receipe for my Russian stew. That put weigh on you, no?

Ahh, no thanks. I'm good.

molsongirl

big change in definition from the first pic to the second...you look cut...not so skinny! :laugh:

ktthegr8

I didn't read all of the posts, but I am in the same situation. I had a BUNCH of calories left over yesterday and had some popcorn, with butter. But, there is a drink that I have made up for myself for after my workouts.
8 oz whole milk
1 banana
1 Tbsp peanut butter
1 1/2 Tbsp ground flax seed.
I blend it up and it is yummy! It's right around 350 calories and it is stuff that I always have in the house.

msarro

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

SHBoss1673

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

Thanks Mark, but it has soy in it. I am actively trying to avoid anything with soy in it. I ended up buying
Ads Lean Mass builder, it has no soy in it, one of the few. And has all the amino acids in it. 30 g protein, and tastes decent with milk or even water. Not overly expensive either.

JoyousMaximus

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

Thanks Mark, but it has soy in it. I am actively trying to avoid anything with soy in it. I ended up buying
Ads Lean Mass builder, it has no soy in it, one of the few. And has all the amino acids in it. 30 g protein, and tastes decent with milk or even water. Not overly expensive either.

Not that I'm trying to gain weight but if you don't mind me asking, why are you avoiding soy?

SHBoss1673

Hope this hasn't been said already, but Banks, there is a cheap whey protein available at wal-mart called Body Fortress. It's cheap, about 13$ for a large tub. However it contains small amounts of creatine, and since you know your stuff I won't get into that. It does contain all amino acids to my knowledge - it was recommended to me as a "cheap beginner's quality" protein supplement by my cousin who used to do competitive lifting.

The nice thing is, if you're trying to gain a little weight and get better definition the creatine monohydrate may help a little.

Thanks Mark, but it has soy in it. I am actively trying to avoid anything with soy in it. I ended up buying
Ads Lean Mass builder, it has no soy in it, one of the few. And has all the amino acids in it. 30 g protein, and tastes decent with milk or even water. Not overly expensive either.

Not that I'm trying to gain weight but if you don't mind me asking, why are you avoiding soy?

It's not as big of a deal for women, but soy has phytoestrogen in it, and while it would take a lot to affect my testosterone and HGH levels (by most accounts) there is a lot of hidden soy already in much of the foods we eat, and I'll not add to it if I don't have to. Plus the jury's still out on soy. Soy products have some pretty heavyweight backers, which possibly tarnishes every study, article, and advertisement out there. I'm just being cautious, if I can choose things that don't have soy in them, I do so.
The studies done on soy have some pretty scary implications if they are accurate (that has yet to be seen, there has only been a few studies done to date).

beckyi88

Soy has been linked to estrogen like changes(very bad in men) , some are convinced it is bad for women as well. Some connect to an increased risk of breast cancer. Not to mention that I believe (don't have my book in front of me so apolgies if my number is a bit off) over 80% of soybeans are genetically modified. After studying the subject on my own, I personally also avoid it.
Becky

SHBoss1673

Soy has been linked to estrogen like changes(very bad in men) , some are convinced it is bad for women as well. Some connect to an increased risk of breast cancer. Not to mention that I believe (don't have my book in front of me so apolgies if my number is a bit off) over 80% of soybeans are genetically modified. After studying the subject on my own, I personally also avoid it.
Becky

And thyroid problems, that's the BIG one.

beckyi88

You are so right...forgot to add that one...duh! I have a hypothyroid daughter so I should've remembered that one first!

hmo4

Tried again, and the link worked. I don't think you look too skinny. Maybe you need to totally change things up. :huh:

annaliza

Here's my question - and I ask myself this alot of this site because I see it everywhere - but

When is enough enough?

How long are you going to rack your brain to look just a little bit better? What lengths are you going to go to?

When is the stopping point?

Look at the topic - Dissapointed in myself

WHAT??

Banks, you are beautiful and an inspiration and have come a long long way. How could you be disappointed in yourself (and the other people who need to lose just 5 more pounds/ gain more muscle mass/ look like Spears or Hugh Jackman (wolverine mmnnn))?

Just a thought....and not trying to argue....and something that I've always wondered.

SHBoss1673

Here's my question - and I ask myself this alot of this site because I see it everywhere - but

When is enough enough?

How long are you going to rack your brain to look just a little bit better? What lengths are you going to go to?

When is the stopping point?

Look at the topic - Dissapointed in myself

WHAT??

Banks, you are beautiful and an inspiration and have come a long long way. How could you be disappointed in yourself (and the other people who need to lose just 5 more pounds/ gain more muscle mass/ look like Spears or Hugh Jackman (wolverine mmnnn))?

Just a thought....and not trying to argue....and something that I've always wondered.

It's a good point. But maybe I should be clear, this was my goal from the very beginning. When I first started I said I wanted to get down between 175 and 180, then I want to get back up to about 190 by gaining about 10 lbs of muscle.

Believe me Anna, I hear where you're coming from. But I did a lot of research into what my ideal weight would be, and considering my height, age, and build, 190 with about 8 to 10% body fat is just about perfect by my standards. Once I reach that, I'll basically just continue to maintain. You know, lift maybe 3 times a week (not as hard as now, but...), do 2 days of moderate cardio, and keep an eye on my food (not as close as I do now, but still, stay moderate).

annaliza

Ahhh, I understand. Thanks for clearing that up.

It bothers me to see so many people do that to themselves...always feeling like they are never good enough. I take it to heart because I have a tendancy to be that way. I am extremely critical and hard on myself and there are times when I feel that I am not good enough or pretty enough or whatever.

I'm at that point right now where I am doing a lot of research to find where I should be.

By the way....I'm in IT too...been in it for 13 years (and I've been a network admin myself). I half wondered if all IT people are as analytical as I am...lol, as of right now, so it seems...

Thanks for answering my question!

SHBoss1673

Ahhh, I understand. Thanks for clearing that up.

It bothers me to see so many people do that to themselves...always feeling like they are never good enough. I take it to heart because I have a tendancy to be that way. I am extremely critical and hard on myself and there are times when I feel that I am not good enough or pretty enough or whatever.

I'm at that point right now where I am doing a lot of research to find where I should be.

By the way....I'm in IT too...been in it for 13 years (and I've been a network admin myself). I half wondered if all IT people are as analytical as I am...lol, as of right now, so it seems...

Thanks for answering my question!

LOL, my wife wouldn't call it analytical (although she might use the first four letters sometimes ) normally she just calls it annoying. :ohwell: