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Good choice ... I have a Giant Avail Alliance (half carbon), and even after 3 years riding it I still love it :-)

Thanks everyone that has posted, I've been trying to get down to approx 55kgs for nearly 4 years now, and instead I just seem to be gradually gaining weight. I'll try and log consistently for the next 2-3 weeks and see how it goes. I know I have a habit of "rewarding" myself after exercise ... and especially after a longer…

Sorry .. my diary was set to "friends only" I try to log everything - even the rubbish stuff ... and I see that my weekend wasn't great, but wouldn't have thought it was bad enough for a gain of 1.6kgs in 2 days ...

Sorry - I live to far away from Hagley park to meet up for runs, as we are out in Kaiapoi.

Have you seen: WolfCreek? Blair Witch project? The Descent

I'm 5'2 and currently 135lbs ... feel free to send me an invite :-)

Ditto for me ... I so don't feel 40, but sadly I do look it :-(

If you're new to cycling, the first target is to build up your base mileage. Forget about speed, but work on getting time in the saddle. You want to be able to cycle 1-2hrs comfortably at least. Then, there are a couple of ways to build speed. 1) Cycle with faster people. Nothing like pride to make you spin harder, and the…

Hi -feel free to add me as a friend. I'm down on the South Island ... How are you getting on with the protein powder?

I'm in New Zealand ... sending you a friend request now :-)

Halfway through the day and it's raining so I can't get out at lunchtime for my usual cycle. Been tempted a couple of times, but trying to remain strong - I like the idea of writing the "planned" calories down before giving in ....

18th June - no choc or cakes! Had a busy day at work which helped!

D4 L2 done yesterday. Definitely easier, but was still dripping by the end, and felt exhausted. Managed to do ALL of the walk out push-ups ... this is the first time EVER that I have managed a full press-up and I did many!! Does anyone else have trouble doing the last strength exercise - squats + V-lift? I can do the…

Day 17: Did Day 3, L2 today .. still nearly killed me but felt fractionally easier that D2, L2

I can't get rid of the snack boxes ... they are provided by another company and supply the whole office. I just need to get better with my will power. Monday here again, so I will be re-starting my quest to avoid the temptation (was pretty good over the weekend). So, anyone else want to pledge not to eat crap today?

I did it - thanks everyone that posted ! 1 day done that I haven't eaten chocs or cake ... and the first day of breaking a habit is always hard. Will have to keep my resolve over the weekend, and I'll probably catch you all on Monday ...

Thanks ... I'm going to do this!! 2pm now ... so I'm now into the "witching" hour, so I have grabbed another glass of water and given myself a pat on the back for making it this far. Only 2 hours until home time - I shall resist!

Tried it .. not only was it yuck, turned out I was allergic to the stuff so ended up with a horrid red rash everywhere.

I skipped yesterday - was all set to do L2 Day 2, but OH was an ar*e about letting me use the lounge so I gave in. Can't do it today either, so Day 2 for me will now be tomorrow - am cycling today so will be doing something at least. My abs are still sore from L2 day 1!!

I'm hearing you!! I was soo cocky going into level 2 too ... will be day 2 today and my abs are sore just thinking about it!

OMG! Went to day my last level 1 workout last night, and decided to try the level 2 instead as Level 1 was not challenging anymore. Level 2 was quite a step up - walk out planks were good - even managed a couple of press-ups too, but the planks with side steps, and the twisting planks killed me and I actually had to take a…

Day 10 progress Here are my stats Day 0 Vs Day 10 .. not bad for 10 days I suppose, although I was hoping for a little more. Day 0: Day 10 stats Weight: 61kg : 61kgs = no change Left bicep: 29.5cm : 29cm = 0.5cm loss Right bicep: 29cm : 29cm = no change Chest: 89cm : 87cm = 2cm loss Waist: 78cm : 78cm = no change Hips: 104…

Yesterday was supposed to be day 10 for me, but after a 22km cycle ride and a 50min zumba class I ran out of time and energy to do Jillian as well. So, today will be my last Level 1 workout ... kinda excited and scared about starting level 2!!

Day 9 complete ... and it felt good. Managed 31 knee press-ups. Compared to Day 1 when I think I managed about 10, before having to do box-press ups that's a huge improvement. Scales not so good though - I have gained 0.2kgs but trying not to let that distract me. I am building muscle, and I feel good. Can't wait to do the…

Did Day 5 yesterday ... Today will be a day off from shredding ... won't get home until nearly 10pm as I have orchestra rehearsal immediately after work. Doubly bad, team are going out for lunch today so just looking at the menu to try and make a healthy choice - am thinking soup (although won't know until we get there…

Day 4 completed :-) Managed to do all press-ups on my knees (previously I had to revert to box press-ups), and managed to do even more exercises with the heavy weights. Knees are still a little sore, but not too bad

Me .. I started on the 1st June, and have done 3 workouts so far. My upper strength is already improving, and whereas I could only use the bigger weights for the first few reps, I can now get through at least the first set before resorting to baked bean cans. Question .. my knees are sore today - or rather just above my…

Same issue here ... - Low cal hot chocoloate - fruit ... grapes are great -fruit juice -chewing gum -boiled sweet (enough of a sugar hit for the craving .. but only eat 1!!) -low fat fruit yoghurt

I'm hoping to be able to join you soon. Have ordered this DVD, and should be delivered any day now!!

Go and buy some padded shorts ..... and do shorter rides to get your rear end used to it!