susieq101178 Member

amen

I go straight for the weights and go ahead with some cardio after. Trainer at my gym said that if I wanted to do cardio it was best to do it after weights because my body has already started to burn off the carbs and will actually be ready to burn fat . . . something like that. I don't pay attention very well. :tongue:…

Diddo

^^^^ That sounds AWESOME. :bigsmile: My sister-in-law already bought her tickets to see it . . . I wouldn't mind seeing it. I've always had a thing for Robert Downey Jr. :love:

Hope your neck gets better soon :frown: I wrenched mine the first week I tried lifting and was "out of commission" for a week. I'm getting pretty good at the macros . . . if I go over on something it's usually the carbs by a couple percent. I find I typically have to find fats to add to my day - like the Omega-3 peanut…

Post on the Challenge thread, and welcome! :smile:

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You look so great! And Andrew is adorable. :smile:

When I get a craving, I immediately start looking for its healthier alternative. For instance cheesecake - I love it, I suddenly began craving it, I began searching for low cal/fat versions of it. I made a cheesecake Saturday that is 171 calories a slice (8 in a cake). It's not the real thing, but it's close enough to make…

Check this out for a more "in depth" look at finding your healthy weight-loss calorie intake http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/567092--read-this-figuring-out-your-calorie-goals

Check this out for a more "in depth" look at finding your healthy weight-loss calorie intake http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/567092--read-this-figuring-out-your-calorie-goals

Diddo - immediately (within 3 days) of going from 1200 to 1600 I lost a pound. Also 5'3" working out 5-6 days :smile:

Hello all - 25 miles west-ish of Nashville. Work in Brentwood. Been on here a few months now, but just became truly committed the past 4 weeks, I think. My husband actually found this group for me, lol. I moved here from Indiana to be with him nearly 3 years ago and still have no real friends of my own (locally, that is).…

Yes - New Rules is a book. Lays out the entire process, workouts, the moves, timeframes, diet . . . pretty much covers EVERYTHING! I really like it because I am lifting-challenged. I had no clue where to begin. This book is a big help.

I doubt "accurate" is what people expect when they ask . . . probably something more like "encouragement"

My sentiments exactly

White chunk albacore tuna, jalapeno & cilantro hummus, and onion mixed together and wrapped in green leaf lettuce with a small apple, carrots, and a tbs of Omega-3 peanut butter on the side.

Yes "The New Rules of Lifting for Women" :smile:

Almonds, soy nuts, Greek yogurt - anything with higher protein helps you feel full longer (me anyway). If I eat an apple for a snack, I feel more hungry sooner. :ohwell: If I do a high protein breakfast I stay satisfied almost until lunch, and I do the snack pretty much like Debbie (shorty). Plan the whole day, basically…

I ADORE Whole Foods salad bar and hot bar . . . and sushi . . . mmmmmmm

By the way PJ, you totally just turned into a teenage girl with that post . . . TOTALLY! :wink: :tongue:

I have both discs. :bigsmile:

Thanks lilpe! :smile:

Oops! Sorry - I'm slow. Great job!!

Thank you!! I'm also 5'3", but I have a little more to lose than you . . . do you mind me asking what was your starting weight and current?

Isn't it amazing how just one person noticing can spark your motivation that much more? :smile:

Bump - I'm trying to lower mine as well. Won't know if my efforts have been successful until my next physical in July. It was never an issue before, so I'm sure mine is diet/weight related.

My bad - virtuoso!! :bigsmile:

I like the idea of 3 levels - I think I'll still go for elite+ The only way I'm going to succeed at this is by pushing myself to go big!

But we all know you can do it, Debbie! :wink: Ugh, so I think this may be my "Monday". I had a rough night. My workout went really well and I managed to accomplish a little laundry and light cleaning when I got home, but by the time I went to bed I was so exhausted and hurting. I didn't sleep well at all - tossed and…