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  • Short term (Spring goal): Find s good off season exercise and macros plan that works. So I know a good plan in place for being off season and not falling off the wagon. Long term: Plan to do 2-3 shows this fall in the NY, Boston, and LA area.
    in Chocolate Thunder T-Shirts Comment by Toyya February 2013
  • If you want to just track differences/improvements, but don't really care about HOW much you really are you can just buy a tanita scale. They aren't super accurate but it can help you figure out if you've dropped or not. If you want a better result and are ok with paying a bit, I recommend doing a bod pod. Its the least…
    in Help needed - How to measure body fat? Comment by Toyya July 2012
  • Yeah I add chocolate protein powder and its like pudding! You can also add cocoa, splenda, and freeze it for a frozen yogurt
    in Plain Greek yogurt ? Comment by Toyya June 2012
  • Well first thing is first pick a day of the week and stick to that day. Weigh yourself first thing in the morning on that day every week and log it (even if its bad). I would say if you started on Monday and you like Monday, weigh yourself this Monday. If you keep hiding from the scale you will delay knowing if it is or…
    in When is the best time for a weigh in? Comment by Toyya May 2012
  • Oh I hate when people make comments about not being able to eat in front of me, or apologize for eating something I can't. Like seriously guys, I have self-control and I'm not going to be drooling and feeling bad for myself b/c you're eating cookies.
    in Stupid things people say when they hear you're dieting Comment by Toyya May 2012
  • If you want exercise to help you lose fat you will need to do cardio at least 4x a week for at least 30 mins. In reality diet is the most important (i.e. no amount of exercise will compensate for a bad diet), BUT you will raise your metabolism and build muscle mass you will need to exercise.
    in Exercise Every Day?? Comment by Toyya May 2012
  • I choose Figure, based on multiple things. One, I don't haev the body for bikini. I am naturally too muscular and thick. With that in mind, figure was a really good fit body type wise. I also do like the figure suits better. The way they cross in the back and are all sparkly, makes them feel like something different than a…
    in bikini or figure? Comment by Toyya April 2012
  • For cardio I LOVE step, and urban rebounding. I run 1-2 times a week, play volleyball and do the occasional spinning class. For machines, I do the elliptical and stepper. I also strength train alot, which I like as well. Its more mentally challenging. Where do all of you work out in Boston area?
    in What's your Workout of Choice? Comment by Toyya March 2012
  • On bodybuilder.com you can probably get a better answer than on here.
    in IFBB vs NPC Comment by Toyya March 2012
  • My trainer has said 12-14% and how low you need to be is based on how you look. For example, I hold alot of weight in my stomach so even though I'm b/w 14 and 15 now I will probably have to drop to like 12% to get the right look.
    in BF % around competition time Comment by Toyya March 2012
  • I am hoping to do the NPC show on May 6th in Boston
    in Show Dates? Comment by Toyya January 2012
  • That's a good idea! I will try to dig up some other information!
    in Trainer Comment by Toyya January 2012
  • Hello! I live in Cambridge. I am looking forward to meeting people on this group. I made my weight goal about 6 weeks ago, and looking into new and different fitness goals.
    in Introduce yourself Comment by Toyya December 2011
  • I'm not a trainer, but I am naturally muscular. I've had similar issues... like when a previous boyfriend said I love that we can work out and lift together, but I hate the fact that you're so muscular. I wanted to be like REALLY? On the other hand, guys who are really into being fit and workout, love a girl with loots…
    in "I dont want to look like THAT" Comment by Toyya December 2011
  • You can change your workout routine, you don't not necessarily have to up it, or just make what you do more intense (i.e. pushing yourself) can help. I remember a personal trainer saying just changing the times you workout (like from the morning to the evening or vice versa) can challenge your body. I get plateaus often…
    in weight loss plateau Comment by Toyya June 2011
  • Thanks for the responses! I actually don't use the exercise calorie credit to determine how much I should eat. I just eat less than a certain amount everyday if I exercise or not. So I'm not sure if that's the issue, I thought about the muscle mass issue, but I do I REALLY lose and gain a pound or 2 muscle mass within a…
    in Exercising making my weight go up? Comment by Toyya January 2011
  • Yeah I'm totally up for being you buddy! Feel free to friend me, and we can start keeping in touch and supporting each other
    in I'm new + need a buddy! Comment by Toyya January 2011
  • Great! I wish you luck! Feel free to friend me, and we can start keeping in touch.
    in Hey guys! Comment by Toyya January 2011
  • As am I... I"ve been exercising hard and eating well for about 3 months, and haven't lost ANYTHING. I look better but I see nothing on the scale. Its REALLY frustrating, so getting some support would be great!
    in Anyone interested in a "Those Last Pesky 20 Pounds" Group? Comment by Toyya January 2011
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