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Ouch Sam. Hope you're okay. I also moved up some weights in Hypertrophy 3 today. Used my 10 reps weight for 15 reps of single arm DB bench presses.0
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Sam, take it easy sweetie
We have arrived! Kids have tested all four pools at the resort. Having a leisurely breakfast and then going for a walk to the beach.
It's stinger season, so there won't be much swimming at the beach, but we don't mind
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dnamouse - Have fun. 4 pools sounds like the start of a good time.
Tonight did workout B and it didn't take quite as long as last time I went to the gym, though that was good cause I didn't get started till after 10:30 pm.
Stage 2 - B2
wide grip deadlift from box 2x10 @ 100 - slight increase
bulgarian split squat 2x10 @ 20 db - used short step
underhand lat pull down 2x10 @ 70 - tough as increased but made it through
reverse lunge forward reach 2x10 @ 15 - these are fine
db prone cuban snatch 2x10 @ 5 - decreased weight, not a fan of these
sb crunch 2x10 @ 10 - used 10 plate again but bigger ball this time
reverse crunch 2x10 - feel them but still they are awkward
glute bridge 2x10 @ 10 - used plate again and did these instead of the lateral flexion
prone cobra 2x 60 seconds
shrug 3x10 @ 25 db - not bad but might try with a bar instead one day
assisted chin up, neg, hang - did sort of chin-ups @ 13 but held at the top and slowly lowered while using the assistance just for 2 sets of 4 reps. Did one in between where I just hung from the handles.
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Beeps, good luck with that! Sounds miserable
Sam & Pudding, good job increasing those weights! Love to hear of that kind of progress!
dna, that sounds so lovely!
Soooo sore today. Tabata included so many lunge jumps and jump squats yesterday. My body is letting me know about it!0 -
Love-excellent job on the lifts!!
Sam-your poor head! Glad you're feeling better!
Pudding-nice lifts!
Dou-hope you got a good workout in!
DNA-enjoy your holiday!!
Bbc-ouch!! Jump squats and lunges? You go girl!
Beeps-you're really motivated! Good luck!
Small-keep lifting! good job!
I'd still love to drop 15 lbs of fat (endless pursuit!) and am willing and able to drop calories to do it, but I'm debating the faster weight loss vs. metabolism slowing and possible muscle loss? I did a few rounds of Hcg a few years ago (very low calorie diet) and did lose weight quickly, but lost muscle too, and ended up regaining some fat, then repeating the process. Ended up at a higher BF.
That's when I made the commitment to lift. Building muscle takes time, we all know that! but as a newbie I have put on 7lbs of muscle since August!! (When I got a BF caliper). I'm not sure it's 100% accurate, but expect the trend it shows to be accurate. I'm down 2lbs of fat according to my meaurements and calculations too.
So, recomposition is happening. It's not fast, but I'm pleased. I'm willing and tempted to lose faster by creating a bigger calorie deficit, but continually debate the long term impact of it. What do you guys think? I value input, and have a strong willpower (having lost and kept off 120lbs, I'm no stranger to sacrifice), but my thyroid and metabolism are finally healthy and happy. I hesitate to do anything to jeapordize it.
Like beeps, I have a big event coming up the end of May (maui vacation) and would love to be 10 lbs lighter by then. But, I'm afraid I'll be worse off at the end, as I'll be indulging on vacation. How much damage could 1.5 months of low calories do?0 -
boobsandmuscles wrote: »Hi there been browsing this group for a while and this thread seems to be where everyone is!
On stage 4 atm and loving it! I'm on the books calories (about 2300 seems to keep me levelish) so not losing bouncing up and down a little (I'm okay with that though as maintanance/mini bulk girl here till end of program then a big cut. Yay!)
Great to find a site people are still doing this program, was startin to think noone was diing it anylonger! your all doing great! Way to go!
And ohhhh.. wish I could have a holiday too!
Welcome! glad to have you posting with us! Sounds like you're doing well! Kutgw!
Jo-lol about using those glutes! My whole workout routine is based on glute work! Glad your lifts are better! 0 -
I know Julie, talk about 'duh'!
Combat yesterday, accessory day done today. Was tired after a busy weekend at work but did ok. Hate going to the gym in the evening tho' - full of dudes who just stand in front of all the dumbbells while doing bicep curls and totally getting in everyone's way. Ugh. Never mind, got in, got it done0 -
Ugh, I'm sick. In a sort of undefined, just feeling rubbish kind of way. I failed at lifting last week, skipped the gym on Thursday and left early on Friday because I didn't have the energy to get through my workout. Tried to run on Saturday and gave up after about 10 minutes of slow shuffling. I have an autoimmune condition and the doctor told me to increase my dosage of medication for that so hopefully that will help. But reading everyones progress on here will keep me motivated to get back at it as soon as i can.
Jo, that is hilarious that you were forgetting to use your glutes! I'm glad you have worked it out though!
Julie, I am of the opinion that very low calorie to lose weight quickly is a bad idea. But that just be because I love food and don't want to ever do a very low calorie diet, even for a day or two! How low were you thinking of going? You have worked so hard to create nice muscles so I would be very cautious about doing something that could make you lose them.
Dna, I have so jealous. Enjoy your holiday!0 -
Crash-diet Beeps was REWARDED!!
In 7 days, I ate 9,436 calories and did 455 minutes of exercise. 2.8 lbs lost on the scale (likely water/bloat....but I will take it!).
I am aiming for another big SWOOSH this week, because it will make the rest of my "cut" so much more bearable! And, in recognition of how low I am keeping my calories, I am reducing my lifting to 2 sets, from the ordinary 3 sets (sometimes 4!), just to make sure I can maintain the lower calories for the next while.
I will lift today. BOOM!0 -
Dou, I hope you feel better soon!
Julie, I agree with Dou. I think it's a bad idea too but you have to do what's best for you.
dna, enjoy your vacation! Sounds lovely (outside of the stingers in the water!).
No gym for me this morning. I got up to go and then didn't. I painted my nails instead. lol I just can't explain it.0 -
Cardio Day - C25k Week 5 day 1 (second time)
It wasn't bad though my legs get tired during the five minute jogs. Think the 8 minute ones on wednesday will be manageable too. Still not sure on friday's but we'll have to wait and find out if I can go all 20 minutes.
ooo I should paint my nails.0 -
Love-hilarious!0
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Where's the rest of my post? Grrrr!
Dou-(hugs) hope you're feeling better with the increased meds! Good job keeping up the habit though!
Dawn-happy running! Hope Friday goes well!
Beeps-good job!
Jo-I'm gonna probably end up at the gym tonight. I don't like it either, crowded and annoying. Glad you got it done.
Thanks for the feedback. I know, slow and steady is the best way to do it. I just get impatient. I did look back to August when I started lifting more seriously and also got my bf caliper. I've gained 5-6 lbs, lost 2 lbs of fat and built 7 lbs of muscle (according to my calculations). I can live with that. My progress pics are in my profile, and I can see definite improvement. It's not as fast as I had hoped, but I am willing to do the tortoise approach and keep everything humming along. I'll get there, eventually!
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Thanks for the well wishes ladies! Had a busy weekend. Got to the gym Saturday had a great session I think I mentioned already and Sunday we went to Six Flags, only for a few hours. The beauty of living fairly close. Today was back to work after 10 days off and it was actually nice to be back on routine, even if I do hate getting up at 5:45.
Got to the gym tonight, high rep night, killer. I always seem to skip complexes on high rep night. On the bright side, forward lunges up fro 15 to 20 for 15 reps, 15 military push ups both sets, and sumo squat 2x15@60. Not a bad night.
This is a sad week for me, but I'm really focussing in not focussing on being sad. Positive thoughts: My pants fit better and I had a student say very sweet things about me to a new student today. Win.
Dou, feel better.
Jo, I am feeling you with the crowded gym. Grrr
Love, sometimes you just need a day off.
Julie, slow and steady wins the race. If you cut too hard, you are far more likely to gain it back.
Beeps, I say this with love, you know better. Be well my friend.0 -
Julie - tortoise does work!
Got another lifting day in. Lost another lb since saturday. Weeks two- (now) and three- I tend to dominate, so good for me. Just have to dominate the three weeks after that and all is GReAT. BOOM!0 -
Keep working ladies!
Coming off my Zumba high...aahhh.....
Tomorrow, I lift!!0 -
I lifted today - squats - meh. OHP - progress... not with weight but reps. DL - working on form. Felt hard, think I'm worn out. Enjoy your high beepee - I need one of those!0
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Ah, the joys of lifting day. Didn't get to the gym till about 11 pm, so it was quite a late night. Shoulder was achy too but acted up even before I got to the gym, which meant I had to be cautious on the push press part. Overall, not bad though I wish the place hadn't been so busy, or at least not the areas I needed when I had to do the pesky 1 pt row cause bunch of guys were around. Did see one db bench with 110 lb dumbbells, wow those are big.
Stage 2: A3
front squat/push press 2x10 @ 55 - Kept same weight cause shoulder.
step-up 2x10 @ 20 with short step
db 1 pt row 2x10 @ 20 - got off balance middle of both left side sets and first right side set.
static lunge 2x10 @ 40 with 2 risers and aerobic step.
push-up 10, 5, 5 with 2 risers and aerobic step. Not sure why last time was so hard as I could do some this time.
plank 2x45 seconds, not quite up to 60 yet, maybe next time.
cable wood chop 2x10 @ 12.5 - eh.
bench 3x8 @ 75 - slightly difficult tonight
bicep curl 3x8 @ 30 - not bad
wrist curl 3x10 @ 15 - usual
Now to get stuff done and go to bed. Sleepy.0 -
Sam-((hugs))
Beeps-boom is right!
BP-zumba on!
Dawn-good job!
Jo-I've been meh with my squats too! I'm supposed to try zercher squats next...can't imagine that'll feel good on my inner arms?
Feeling good! Upped weights and/or reps on all my lifts yesterday! Finished the second stage of BC's glutteal goddess (still can't say that name without laughing!) on to the next stage tomorrow. Getting in some cardio today. Scale finally starting a VERY slow decline. Eating my big meal for breakfast seems to be working. The higher carbs seem to be helping both my thyroid/metabolism and my lifting. Yay! A little inspiration and reminder.
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Julie said: "Feeling good! Upped weights and/or reps on all my lifts yesterday! Finished the second stage of BC's glutteal goddess (still can't say that name without laughing!) on to the next stage tomorrow. Getting in some cardio today. Scale finally starting a VERY slow decline. Eating my big meal for breakfast seems to be working."
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No workout for me, today....have meetings all day. I wore a pretty red dress, today and it is fitting well.
Even though SHARK week BIT HARD last night!
Don't matter....I am giving in to NUTHIN' this week....just plowin' through with my May 21 "event" firmly on my mind. The end.
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I am jealous of all the lifting going on here. I am still feeling weak and lightheaded so no exercise for me. Yesterday I drove to the gym, parked outside, got out of my car and walked towards the door and then veered around and got back in my car and went home. I just didn't have the energy to even start a workout. And I have been over my calories every day this week but I always think I am hungry when I feel light headed so I eat hoping that it will cure it. Someday I will realise that that does not work.
Julie, would you recommend glutteal goddess? I have the strong curves book so I am thinking of doing that if I ever finish supercharged. Only two workouts left in basic training but I haven't been to the gym in ages so it feels like I will never more on to the next stage.0 -
Hope it gets better, DouMc.
Despite napping until 1 pm (yeah, I was really lazy this morning) still managed to get the Couch to 5k jog attempt done before needing to eat and get ready for work. Week 5, Day 2 is done and the minute jogs were okay though tiring. I know I can do 10 minutes at one time but still uncertain on the jump to 20 minute jog but that will be Friday's concern. Now I just need to worry about eating food, blogging before work and figuring out how to get enough protein today.0 -
Julie - I'd not heard of zercher squats before, had to google. OMG, it looks weird. Surely it can't be good for your elbows and arms? I understand the point of front loading though, but why choose that over front squats? The plus points about remaining upright in the move and engaging better glute/ hamstring action appeals though - maybe I ought to incorporate a different squat version into my routine...... you've certainly got me thinking.
So I am sick - just a cold, but annoying on my days off! Had an early night last night and feel a bit better today. Which is good because I have combat this morning. Maybe afterwards I will nap lol0 -
Boom goes the thread.
Dou, I used to do that, eat whenever I felt light headed or tired. It took two years before I was diagnosed as hypoglycemic. In the mean time, I had gained 20 pounds and blamed the kids.
Yesterday my bithday cake put me over the top, but today is zumba day.0 -
Dr. Dou, I hope you feel better soon.
I'm doing a fist bump for all who have been lifting! I skipped the gym again yesterday and forgave myself for that. I will be back tomorrow though.0 -
Today is a lifting day! BOOM!
And, even though period is in full swing, I still managed to stick to 1,200 cals yesterday....I am verrrrry proud of myself! BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!!!0 -
Well we are in group dedicated to strength training so... yeah.
Just 2 days left of Stage 2. It is interesting doing some of the different lifts and I've learned some I may not have considered before, but I do miss regular squats and deadlifts a little.
Stage 2, B3
wide grip deadlift from box 2x10 @ 105 - heavy but not bad
bulgarian split squat 2x10 with short story and 20 lb db
underhand lat pulldown 2x10@ 70 - step came in handy to change the bar for the pulldown
reverse lunge on box(step) 2x10 @ 15 - easy enough
db prone cuban snatch 2x10 @ 5 cause yeah, don't care for them
sb crunch 2x12 @ 10 just threw in two extra reps cause boring
reverse crunch 2x10 and hope I'm doing them right
glute bridge 2x10 @ 10 wish we had a 15 plate
prone cobra 1x60 and 1x90
For fun:
deadlift 1x5 @ 135 and 1x3 @ 185 which was really heavy
good morning 3x10 @ 50 the usual
I chickened out on doing hip thrusts cause people were in the classroom
Glad I don't work tomorrow but might regret the extra leg stuff when I try to jog for 20 minutes tomorrow.0
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