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Transformation Tuesday
Share your transformations! I used transformations (and still do!) to help keep me motivated. It's much easier to keep pushing yourself knowing it can be done! For me, it's so hard to find pics from a few years ago, especially ones that showed how big I'd gotten. I didn't want to know, and it shows when I look back.…
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Halloween Then Vs. Halloween Now... Post your Pics!!
I wanna see you guys dig up some old photos! I was shocked to see mine!! It was when I was at my absolute heaviest... I kinda didn't want to see it, but thought I should share!
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Trying to WIN!!!! (w/pics)
All week I've been trying to win a "Face of Fitness" Contest for Fitness Magazine. I'm currently at #22 and only today and tomorrow are left!! So trying to think of different ways to recruit some help! If you guys got any new ideas, let me know! I need more votes! You can vote today and tomorrow before it ends. Here is the…
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HELP! What do you think?! (Pics)
Hey guys! I found an older pic of me from 2010... thought I should share it. I got this pic prepped for my #flex_friday post on Instagram (@Graphicsquib) tomorrow and I have to say I'm really happy that I left my old self behind. I hope I can motivate others soon as well! I start school next week to become a Health Fitness…
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Cure Bordem! Terry Crew's Muscle Music
If your like me right now, and bored at work... I've been playing with this awesome link... ---> http://vimeo.com/terrycrews/musclemusic Watch the original, then create your own with you keyboard! How about you guys share your creations in this post so I got something to watch! :drinker: GOOOO MUSCLES! :laugh:
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No Matter What I do, My Legs Won't Grow!
If your thinking about starting to lift, still a beginner, or not seeing results, take a look at your routine. Basic compound lifts (squats, deadlifts, bench, overhead press) are gonna give you the best results, and these should be your focus first. After you get nearer to your physique that you want, then incorporate…
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SomeEcard Lovers
Here's one I saw today that I just love!!! Don't let others discourage you! (They're prolly just jealous anyway!)Accountability can help you keep your goals! :) "Lift Heavy! Run Hard!" =D ww.facebook.com/jenaesmithfitness
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Habitual Rituals -- What's yours?
I truely believe that to be successful in being healthier, you need to form new good habits and be rid of old bad habits. We, as humans, are creatures of habit. Think about it, do you sit in the same spot in the cafeteria when you eat your lunch? Park in the same spot at work? Do you feel "discomfort" when your routine is…
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Optimum Time for Training
Here is an excerpt from The Encyclopedia of Bodybuilding that answers one of the questions I get asked the most. I always say find the motivation not just to exercise but the motivation to form a habit, a routine.. A simple 30min walk everyday for 30 days will get you in the routine, without burning you out. After that,…
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For women starting out...
Hey, Came across this article that's pretty good at explaining where to start out at... I get asked this question a lot, so I thought I'd share it! http://www.cutandjacked.com/What-The-Woman-Starting-Out-Needs-To-Know-About-Training Enjoy! "Lift Heavy! Run Hard!" =D -Jenae www.facebook.com/jenaesmithfitness ("Like" for…
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Personal Training Cert. Question
All weekend I've been looking into the different CPT associations.. I've narrowed my choices down to ACSM and NASM... I'm leaning more towards NASM (Lifetime only accepts NASM though not sure if I want to work at Lifetime.. but it it's the only one Lifetime accepts, it must be very widely accepted)... Both have similar…
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Get OFF your BUTT!! *Must Read for Every American!"
A friend of mine posted this the other day, and I must share it as it all makes perfect sense! (and even though he states "young people" this really goes to everyone! Please feel free to share!!! =D "If more young people just committed to exercising, it would solve a lot of problems are country faces. Exercising keeps you…
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The greatest feeling in the world...
This is the greatest feeling in the world. Applied to anything, not just exercise. When you accomplish something when you didn't think you could. So always push yourself as you never know what you are capable of unless you try. I've got a slow day at work, so thought I could try and be some motivation today! Get out there…
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Filling, Nutritous, Breakfast! (Pic)
I get a lot of people asking me what some of my meals are so I'll add my breakfast since I eat it EVERYDAY! I find it super delicious and I never get tired of it. about 300 Cals 3 whole eggs 1.5-2 cups of broccoli, (I've done mixed veggies Broc/Caul/Carrot before which is good too but I like just broccoli better for this)…
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Progress Motivation -- Scale is no judge of loss
"Some quit due to slow progress, never grasping the fact that slow progress... is still progress" -Rolsey I really like this quote because the number on the scale is NOT the way to measure progress... A tape measure, a camera, and an occasional bf% measurement is the way to go! The scale can stay the same but your clothes…
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Update on last 3 months progress...
Some of you may have seen me post my overall weight loss of 50 or so lbs... But I'd like to share my last 3 months.. I take pics in the 1st week of every month from a few different angles. You can go to my profile to see other pics. It's amazing how great it is.. the complements are such a boost. Helping others and being…
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Feminine Physique- Twin Cities Metro Mag
Just wanted to share this article done by Twin Cities Metro Mag in Minnesota.. http://metromag.com/article/feminine-physique I like to spread the word that females can be healthy, fit, and attractive. They don't have to starve themselves and run on a treadmill for hours to get that shape they see in magazines.. "LIFT…
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Female lifters: YOU WILL NOT LOOK THIS WAY!
Girls.. Lifting heavy will will get you lean and toned, and give you the body you want... You will not look like this: http://spotmebro.com/are-you-man-enough-uks-biggest-female-bodybuilder-is-looking-for-love/ As you can see she eats 4500 Calories a day (Only eats crazy amounts of chicken, sweet potatoes, and broccoli)...…
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Love seeing progress!
So I'm getting close to my goals.. I'd like to lose about 5 more lbs... but if I gain in muscle and the scale doesn't change, I wont be discouraged.,. I just wanna see my abs pop more! =) I'm down to 137 (highest weight 180) Original Post:
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Success! 40lbs lost
Here is some photos I've put together to show my progress... There were some pics that were worse, but I couldn't stand looking at them myself, let alone think of showing them to others! Yikes!!! I sure didn't realize I let myself go!! CW: 138 SW: 180 GW: 135 (working on building muscle now, not sure if I'll loose numbers)…
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New Apt, New Job, Got Promoted... Now what?!
So Feb 1st, I moved into an apt with the first roommate of my life (always lived on my own), then I started at new full-time job (catering) on 2/14, (M-F 6:30AM-2:30PM) and then got promoted at my part-time job (UPS) on monday 2/21 (5:00PM-10:00PM). So needless to say, I'll finally get some good money coming in... But now…
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MN Valentine 5K
Just signed up for a Valentines 5k on Sat. Feb 12th! This is my 1st official 5k (I've ran longer distances on my own) and I'm really excited! Its suppose to warm up to 35 degrees on Sat so should be a good day for a run! It's around Lake Harriet in Minneapolis. If anyone is in MN and interested, let me know!
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Heart Rate in the 200s
When I work out and check my heart rate it is always above recommended range (usually 170-180 at a moderate pace), though I know everyone is different it still concerns me. I've always been fairly active, and now have been back into my normal workout routines since November, but I haven't noticed an improvement in my heart…
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Exercise Calories, Please help!
Today, I burned 835 calories during a 2 1/2 hour workout at the gym, and after all the food I ate, I have 778 remaining calories. Should I try eating even if I'm not hungry? I keep hearing different things but I want to make sure I'm not gonna drop my body into "starvation mode". Not every day is like this, usually…
