Afgrl's Journal

[Afgrl]

Jan 4th

NO GYM today-woke up w/a migrane that pretty much was constant throughout the entire day.

730am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-8oz serving ff yogurt
16oz water

1230pm-10 saltine crackers
1 cheese stick (part-skim mozzarella)
16 slices pepperoni
16oz water
protein shake

330pm-2 tbs nat pb
2 rice cakes
16oz water

800pm-4oz pork loin
1/2c broccoli
1 baked sweet potato w/tsp cinnamon & butter
1c sugar free ff pudding made w/skim milk
8oz crystal light
16oz water

TOTALS: 1,302cals; Fat 44g (32%); Carbs 112g (32%); Protein 113g (36%)

TOTALS:

 

[Afgrl]

Jan 5th

GYM-10 minutes on treadmill; 10.0 incline @ 4.0 mph
15 minutes on ellipitical Cross Train Course #3
5 minute cool down
Leg workout 12 reps 3x weight of 40, 60 & 80lbs
Leg press, Legs Curls, Leg Extensions
Calves machine (standing)
Squats
Inner & Outer thigh machine

16.9 oz water

745am-2 eggs and 1 slice ww toast w/pat of butter
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-1/2c cottage cheese (it was weird I could hardly choke this down today) bleh!
16oz water

1230- nat pb sandwich (1 slice ww bread)
protein shake
16oz water
16oz water

330pm-1/2c plain ff yogurt, 2/3c frozen mixed berries

600pm-1 sweet potato
1/2c green beans
6oz boneless skinless chicken breast
8oz crystal light
8oz water

800pm-1c popcorn & protein shake

TOTALS- 1,560cals; Fat-61g (37%); Carbs-103g (24%); Protein-145g (39%)

 

[Aries13]

Jan 5th

GYM-10 minutes on treadmill; 10.0 incline @ 4.0 mph
15 minutes on ellipitical Cross Train Course #3
5 minute cool down
Leg workout 12 reps 3x weight of 40, 60 & 80lbs
Leg press, Legs Curls, Leg Extensions
Calves machine (standing)
Squats
Inner & Outer thigh machine

16.9 oz water

745am-2 eggs and 1 slice ww toast w/pat of butter
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-1/2c cottage cheese
16oz water

HI...quick question, when you are doing the treadmill at 10.0 incline @ 4.0mph , are you walking or jogging? I know its relatively a slow speed but with the incline Im not sure how it works. I like how you mix up the cardio, its so boring for me. The 10.0 incline seems like it would be fun....

 

[caligirl]

wouldn't that be walking uphill? Measure your effort by your heart rate: 220 minus your age, is your MAX. Your target hr could be 50%-85% of your MAX, this is all dependant upon your current level of cardiorespiratory fitness. So beginner, 50-60% intrmed. 65-75% adv. 75-85%. or do the talk test.
HIIT is good for the can't talk test.... can't talk at all?, you're good! LOL

 

[Afgrl]

HI...quick question, when you are doing the treadmill at 10.0 incline @ 4.0mph , are you walking or jogging? I know its relatively a slow speed but with the incline Im not sure how it works. I like how you mix up the cardio, its so boring for me. The 10.0 incline seems like it would be fun....

I am walking at a pretty fast pace w/the incline of 10.0. Thanks! I feel like I have to mix things up, or like you said I will get bored. It is fun, I really enjoy the 10.0 incline I can really feel all the muscles in my legs are getting a workout. LMK what you think of it, if you try the incline.

 

[Afgrl]

wouldn't that be walking uphill? Measure your effort by your heart rate: 220 minus your age, is your MAX. Your target hr could be 50%-85% of your MAX, this is all dependant upon your current level of cardiorespiratory fitness. So beginner, 50-60% intrmed. 65-75% adv. 75-85%. or do the talk test.
HIIT is good for the can't talk test.... can't talk at all?, you're good! LOL

yes, it is. I just recently figured out my max hr, thanks for the insight! I'm definately liking the HIIT cardio. although I dont have anyone to talk with to do the test I'd imagine i'm doing it right since I can't imagine holding a conversation while doing this. HA HA HA

 

[Afgrl]

Jan 6th

8am-1c Special K yogurt & berries cereal
1/2 c ff milk
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-16oz water
protein shake

1230pm-1/2 ww pita
2 oz turkey
1/4c lettuce
1/4c tomato
2 tbs cw ranch
16oz water

300pm-protein shake
16oz water

600pm-(Had the family over for dinner tonight) 1 1/2c turkey italian sausage & red bean stew
1c salad w/2 tbs ff italian dressing
1 small slice garlic french bread
16oz water
1 small slice choc silk pie

2 ameretto & diet coke drinks & 2 rum & diet cokes.........uuugh!
It's late, I'll post the #'s when I wake up in the AM. I hope everyone has had a great weekend thus far!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Have you checked the bf% lately? How are the goals looking?

 

[Afgrl]

On my Tanita scale at home which gives bf%, I am always somewhere in the 28-30% bodyfat range in the mornings. According to callipers, I'm in the 15-16% range. So there is a BIG difference in accuracy. I read the scales only send a current to below your waist. So if like me and you carry all your fat in your lower body, then your reading will be very skewed.

Thanks for the info, I thought they sent a current through whole body, but I can understand how it wouldn't, now. Yes, unfortunately most of my bf is in my thighs and butt Hopefully all this working out and clean dieting will change that soon, though. I can see a little difference, now, but I anxious to see what the difference will be a few months from now, too.

 

[Afgrl]

Have you checked the bf% lately? How are the goals looking?

No, I haven't yet.......we've had some extra expenses lately. Hopefully by next week I'll either have bought some callipers or will make an appnt to go to ISU and have them check it for me w/the bod pod. I'll update my stats in my jurnal as soon as I get it checked, though. The goals are looking pretty good, can't wait to get into the gym in the morning, 5:30am!

 

[Afgrl]

900am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-16oz water
dbl scoop protein shake

1230pm-2c salad w/2 tbsff italian dressing
1c leftover turkey stew
16oz water

330pm-1 serving dry roasted peanuts
16oz water

700pm-1/2c 98% lean beef tacos (w/2 tortillas & 2 tbs grated chz)
1/4c lettuce & tomatoes
2 tbs taco sauce
1c green beans
protein shake
16oz water

TOTALS: Will enter these in the AM. Good Night!

 

[mermaid]

Keep at it! Going well....

 

[iceprincess]

You are looking GREAT!! Keep up the good work I will look forward to seeing your bf% progress!

 

[Afgrl]

I don't know why I never thought that they'd do the callipers at the gym, duh! So, I woke up this morning feeling all bloated and fat, but I decided to go workout and get weighed and bf% measured. They used both the callipers and the scale w/the bf% measurement on it as well...............

20 minutes on the elliptical at cross training level #3
10 minutes HIIT on the treadmill 5.6 & 5.0mph

My scale is off at home. I'm not 133 like I'd previously posted. Freaked out a little b/c I've gained a few lbs; I'm at 137 now. I'm going to post the old stats first, then the new stats.......last time I got bf% measured w/callipers was:
Oct 11, 2005 (7 site skinfold) 29.5% bf
Measurements:
Subscapular-13
Triceps-20
Chest-11
Midaxillary-10
Suprailiac-15
Umbillical (abdominal)-22
Thigh-29

New Stats! Jan 9, 2006
Measurements:
Subscapular-13 (same)
Triceps-14 (down 6)
Chest-11 (same)
Midaxillary-7 (down3)
Suprailiac-10 (down 5)
Umbillical (abdominal)-14 (down8)
Thigh-21 (down 8)

According to the bf scale they have I'm at 25.9% bf.........but according to the callipers I'm at 18.7% Whaaaaat? Is this possible?!? Wow, I was so surprised, I asked her to dbl check, lol!

730am-1 serving oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-2 tbs nat pb
1/2 serving crackers
16oz water

1200pm-1c Healthy Choice Chicken, rice & veggie soup
1c salad w/1 tbs cw ranch
protein shake
16oz water

 

[treilin]

I don't know why I never thought that they'd do the callipers at the gym, duh! So, I woke up this morning feeling all bloated and fat, but I decided to go workout and get weighed and bf% measured. They used both the callipers and the scale w/the bf% measurement on it as well...............

20 minutes on the elliptical at cross training level #3
10 minutes HIIT on the treadmill 5.6 & 5.0mph

My scale is off at home. I'm not 133 like I'd previously posted. Freaked out a little b/c I've gained a few lbs; I'm at 137 now. I'm going to post the old stats first, then the new stats.......last time I got bf% measured w/callipers was:
Oct 11, 2005 (7 site skinfold) 29.5% bf
Measurements:
Subscapular-13
Triceps-20
Chest-11
Midaxillary-10
Suprailiac-15
Umbillical (abdominal)-22
Thigh-29

New Stats! Jan 9, 2006
Measurements:
Subscapular-13 (same)
Triceps-14 (down 6)
Chest-11 (same)
Midaxillary-7 (down3)
Suprailiac-10 (down 5)
Umbillical (abdominal)-14 (down8)
Thigh-21 (down 8)

According to the bf scale they have I'm at 25.9% bf.........but according to the callipers I'm at 18.7% Whaaaaat? Is this possible?!? Wow, I was so surprised, I asked her to dbl check, lol!

730am-1 serving oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-2 tbs nat pb
1/2 serving crackers
16oz water

I wouldn't pay attention to the scale BF measurement. I had similar results as you with my trainer taking my bodyfat masurements. At the time my electronic said 19%, my trainer got like 28%. There are a lot of variables though... I mean water is a big issue with those results, skin thickness can mess with the numbers, so who knows. Just keep on moving

 

[Roonytunes]

I wouldn't pay attention to the scale BF measurement. I had similar results as you with my trainer taking my bodyfat masurements. At the time my electronic said 19%, my trainer got like 28%. There are a lot of variables though... I mean water is a big issue with those results, skin thickness can mess with the numbers, so who knows. Just keep on moving

I concur with Trelin. The BF Tanita scale in my bathroom has me anywhere from 28-30% in the morning. According to the calliper measurement, I'm at 15-16%. HUGE difference....

 

[Afgrl]

Diet has been off the past 2 days, no appetite what-so-ever, practically have to force myself to eat anything! Not to mention that I've had insomnia for the past 2 days as well. I don't know what is going on.......ug, but I feel like garbage, I have no clue why I haven't been able to sleep. No gym, but did walk 3 miles all around the past 2 days. Anyone know of anything that'll help w/insomnia?!?

8am-oatmeal w/1 scoop protein
16oz water

1030-1 serving dry raosted peanuts
16oz water

1200pm-vegetable french bread
16oz water

330pm-2oz motzerella cheese
32oz water

700pm-2slices extra thin crust cheese & 1 slice pepperoni pizza
4oz diet coke
20oz water

 

[iceprincess]

I wonder why you don't have an appetite and can't sleep...have you been stressed or nervous about something?

Have you ever tried ZMA? It is an anabolic mineral formula. It contains Zinc, Magnesium and vitamin B-6. Taken before bedtime, it promotes deeper, more restful sleep. My husband and I have come to LOVE it, especially when we work so much and need to wind down quickly at night in order to get enough rest!

 

[scorpiogirl]

I wonder why you don't have an appetite and can't sleep...have you been stressed or nervous about something?

Have you ever tried ZMA? It is an anabolic mineral formula. It contains Zinc, Magnesium and vitamin B-6. Taken before bedtime, it promotes deeper, more restful sleep. My husband and I have come to LOVE it, especially when we work so much and need to wind down quickly at night in order to get enough rest!

When I was younger, my parents were involved in Shaklee. I swear I took about 20 vitamins 2x a day!!! (shhh, don't tell but 1/2 the time I flushed them down the toilet - lol) Anyway, my dad use to have a problem sleeping and he would always take a couple calcium magnesium & zinc to help him.

Hope you get some good rest soon!

 

[mermaid]

Also, not that this is exactly the "healthiest" way but try Simply Sleep. It's Tylenol PM without the Tylenol. I've had to rely on those blue pills a bit this week....but I only take one, not two. You can be a bit dozy in the mornings otherwise.

 

[Afgrl]

Ahh, thanks for the advice ladies. I don't think I've been nervous or worried about anything lately. It's so weird. Even right now, as I am typing this I'm about to fal face first into the computer, LOL & I can't stop yawning. I have gotten some sleep lately but not great sleep. I do have an appointment with an allergist in a few days and hopefully I'll figure out that problem, get some allergy shots and be able to breathe through my nose and stop sneezing and having itcy water eyes. Ug! Oh, well, enough of my rant........

0545am 20 mintes on treadmill incline of 10.0 at 3.0 & 4.0 speeds
20 minutes on arm machines 20,30, & 40 lbs reps of 10 3x

730am-1c special K cereal with 1/2 c milk
1 pork sausage patty
16oz water

1030am-1/2 bananna
16oz water
protein shake

1230pm-16oz water
protein shake
2 c salad w/4oz grilled/blackend chicken
2 tbs balsamic vin

 

[scorpiogirl]

I don't know why I never thought that they'd do the callipers at the gym, duh! So, I woke up this morning feeling all bloated and fat, but I decided to go workout and get weighed and bf% measured. They used both the callipers and the scale w/the bf% measurement on it as well...............

20 minutes on the elliptical at cross training level #3
10 minutes HIIT on the treadmill 5.6 & 5.0mph

My scale is off at home. I'm not 133 like I'd previously posted. Freaked out a little b/c I've gained a few lbs; I'm at 137 now. I'm going to post the old stats first, then the new stats.......last time I got bf% measured w/callipers was:
Oct 11, 2005 (7 site skinfold) 29.5% bf
Measurements:
Subscapular-13
Triceps-20
Chest-11
Midaxillary-10
Suprailiac-15
Umbillical (abdominal)-22
Thigh-29

New Stats! Jan 9, 2006
Measurements:
Subscapular-13 (same)
Triceps-14 (down 6)
Chest-11 (same)
Midaxillary-7 (down3)
Suprailiac-10 (down 5)
Umbillical (abdominal)-14 (down8)
Thigh-21 (down 8)

According to the bf scale they have I'm at 25.9% bf.........but according to the callipers I'm at 18.7% Whaaaaat? Is this possible?!? Wow, I was so surprised, I asked her to dbl check, lol!

Jeez, I don't know how I missed this post!!! lol Great job with the bf% loss!

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks SG! I am thrilled about it. We have weekly weigh-ins on monday at the gym, no change as of this week. They'll only measure the bf and take measurements on the 4th, 6th & 8th weeks if I remember right. So a few more weeks and hopefully I'll see another difference.

I've been mia again for the past 3 days, but i've kept up w/the diet (except the slice of cheesecake last night.) The excercise has been lacking due to what I though were my allergy problems.....come to find out yesterday when I went to the allergist and got pricked 46 times on my back that I'm NOT allergic to ANYTHING!! WTF, how is it possible? Well it is, and they even have a name for it. Non-allergic rhinitis, uuugh I can't beleive that. So the doc gave me some nasonex (nose spray), it took a while before it "kicked in" and cleared my nose yesterday. Hopefully it will work w/in the next week. If not, I have to go back and have x-rays taken and talk about surgery, but at this point in time I don't want to think about that. My father-in-law had it done and said it's extremely painful! I'm just praying this nasal spray works. That's all my drama for the day.....LOL.

730am-wheat sqares w/cinnamon
1/2c milk w/protein shake
20oz water

1030am-20oz water
1/2 banana

100pm
1c side salad w/balsamic vin
1 turkey sandwich on small ww roll with 1/2 oz pepperjack cheese
8oz cherry limeade
20oz water

330pm-protein shake
2 boiled eggs
16oz water

630pm-8oz 0cal/0sugar peach tea drink
1/2c noodles
1 piece 4oz parmesan chicken w/2 tbs sauce
16oz water

 

[indyswife]

Been a while siince I checked your log! You are doing great, your b/f% looks awsome!! Good going!

 

[iceprincess]

Thanks SG! I am thrilled about it. We have weekly weigh-ins on monday at the gym, no change as of this week. They'll only measure the bf and take measurements on the 4th, 6th & 8th weeks if I remember right. So a few more weeks and hopefully I'll see another difference.

I've been mia again for the past 3 days, but i've kept up w/the diet (except the slice of cheesecake last night.) The excercise has been lacking due to what I though were my allergy problems.....come to find out yesterday when I went to the allergist and got pricked 46 times on my back that I'm NOT allergic to ANYTHING!! WTF, how is it possible? Well it is, and they even have a name for it. Non-allergic rhinitis, uuugh I can't beleive that. So the doc gave me some nasonex (nose spray), it took a while before it "kicked in" and cleared my nose yesterday. Hopefully it will work w/in the next week. If not, I have to go back and have x-rays taken and talk about surgery, but at this point in time I don't want to think about that. My father-in-law had it done and said it's extremely painful! I'm just praying this nasal spray works. That's all my drama for the day.....LOL.

I was wondering where you had been!! Good job on the BF%, that is awesome. ALSO, your measurement...wow, very good!! Keep up the good work.

That sucks that you had to go in and get pricked in the back 46 time, but on the bright side it is great that you aren't allergic to anything (not many people can say that!!). Let's just hope that the spray clears your congestion up. I know you don't want to think about it, but what all does the surgery involve if you don't mind me asking.

 

[Afgrl]

I was wondering where you had been!! Good job on the BF%, that is awesome. ALSO, your measurement...wow, very good!! Keep up the good work.

That sucks that you had to go in and get pricked in the back 46 time, but on the bright side it is great that you aren't allergic to anything (not many people can say that!!). Let's just hope that the spray clears your congestion up. I know you don't want to think about it, but what all does the surgery involve if you don't mind me asking.

Well, I've only done a little research so far, but basically they have to clear the sinus cavity out and maybe even make it larger. I have read some of the things that can go wrong and in my opinion they outweigh the good. I'm not sure, so far the nasal spray isn't working very well, I guess I just have to wait and see what the doc says. I'll probably update anything about in in my journal in here in case anybody cares to know.

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday (Friday)

8am-1 serving oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1000am-small banana
20 oz water.......daughter had a doc appnt and i know the banana wasn't the best of choices but I knew it would "hold me over" until we got home.

230pm- side salad
4oz chicken
protein shake
20oz water

700pm-2 slices thin crust pizza (1 plain cheese & 1 pepperoni)
16oz diet strawberry soda
20oz water

approx 900pm
1 sugar cookie
protein shake

TOTALS:1,440 Cals; Fat-39g (25%); Carbs-168g (44%); Protein-106g (30%)

 

[Afgrl]

730am-banana/protein milkshake (1 tsp each of cinnamon & sugar; 2 tsp of vanilla extract; 1 small banana; 1 scoop protein; 2c 2% milk)
1 serving oatmeal
16oz water

1030-4oz light cranberry-grape juice
16oz water
1 egg & 2 egg whites scrambled made with cooking spray
2 tbs cheese

 

[iceprincess]

Well, I've only done a little research so far, but basically they have to clear the sinus cavity out and maybe even make it larger. I have read some of the things that can go wrong and in my opinion they outweigh the good. I'm not sure, so far the nasal spray isn't working very well, I guess I just have to wait and see what the doc says. I'll probably update anything about in in my journal in here in case anybody cares to know.

We will look forward to the updates!! Take care of yourself Afgrl

 

[Afgrl]

730am-banana/protein milkshake (1 tsp each of cinnamon & sugar; 2 tsp of vanilla extract; 1 small banana; 1 scoop protein; 2c 2% milk)
1 serving oatmeal
16oz water

1030-4oz light cranberry-grape juice
16oz water
1 egg & 2 egg whites scrambled made with cooking spray
2 tbs cheese

145pm-half of a turkey sandwich on ww bread
2 slices tomato, 1 lettuce leaf
16oz water
protein shake

700pm 2 slices extra thin pizza, 1 cheese & 1 italian sausage w/green peppers & onions
16oz water
6oz milk

1/2c chocolate ice cream

TOTALS: 1,250 cals; Fats-40g (29%); Carbs-140 (42%); Protein 83g (27%)

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday- Sunday 1/22/06

1 pancake w/2tbs sugar-fee syrup
6oz milk
2 scrambled eggs
8oz water

145pm-1 slice ww bread
turkey
2 thin slices tomato
1 lettuce leaf
4oz white cranberry
16oz water

on the road 300pm-rice krispie treat
protein shake
20oz water

on the road 700pm- tuna sandwich on 2 slices ww bread
large carrot (raw)
pickle
16.9oz water

800 pm-large cappucchino

TOTALS: 1,155 cals; Fat-39g (31%); Carbs-131g (44%); Protein-70g (25%)

 

[Afgrl]

800am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am- banana
16oz water
protein shake

100pm-protein shake
healthy choice veggie pizza
20oz water

700pm-2c steamed veggies w/1c brown rice
2 tbs soy sauce
16oz water

I don't know what I did but my back hurts so da** bad!! I don't know how to explain it other than the back pains I had when having a baby, except not as intense. It's on the right side of my back, I've never pulled a muscle so I don't know what it's like, but my hubby said that might be what it is. Well, I'll update the stuff in fitday and post the totals tomorrow. I'm going to take a hot jacuzzi bath and go lay down for the night. Hope everyone has had a wonderful day. Ciao!

 

[Afgrl]

800am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am- banana
16oz water
protein shake

100pm-protein shake
healthy choice veggie pizza
20oz water

700pm-2c steamed veggies w/1c brown rice
2 tbs soy sauce
16oz water

I don't know what I did but my back hurts so da** bad!! I don't know how to explain it other than the back pains I had when having a baby, except not as intense. It's on the right side of my back, I've never pulled a muscle so I don't know what it's like, but my hubby said that might be what it is. Well, I'll update the stuff in fitday and post the totals tomorrow. I'm going to take a hot jacuzzi bath and go lay down for the night. Hope everyone has had a wonderful day. Ciao!

TOTALS: 1,362 calories; Fat-26g (18%); Carbs-221g (60%); Protein-69g (22%) Waaaay too many carbs & not enough protein!

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday- 24 Jan 2006

800am-protein shake
1c corn flakes 1/2 c milk
20 oz water

1030am-1 lg carrot stick & 2 tbs pb
20 oz water

1230pm-1 slice ww bread w/1 tbs pb
2 egg whites
protein shake
20oz water
Staterd feeling pretty sh!**y around lunchtime, I feel like I'm "falling apart!" Headache turned into a migrane and by the time hubby got home (around 530pm) I felt like I was getting the flu, went straight to bed and woke up around 830pm.

830pm- 1 slice pep pizza
6-8 cut carrot sticks (approx 1 lg carrot)
20oz water

TOTALS: 914 calories; Fat-27g (28%); Carbs-103g (42%); Protein-66g (30%)

 

[Afgrl]

Today- 25 Jan 2006

Still not feeling 100% today. I wonder if getting the flu shot last week gave me a mild case of it. Tired & achey, upset stomach, dizzy, you know, all the symptoms. Going to try to get my cals and protein up again, we'll see how it works today.

800am-oatmeal w/1/4c apple slices
20oz water
protein shake

1030am-20 oz water
protein shake

100pm-2 corn tortillas w/4 oz chicken breast and 1oz pepper jack cheese
20oz water

630pm-(my mother-in-laws birthday dinner-out)
1 cornbread muffin
4oz beef brisket
2 tbs bbq sauce
1/4 c potato salad
1 slice choc silk pie
6oz tea
16oz water

TOTALS:

 

[scorpiogirl]

Yep, the flu shot can do that (that's why I don't get them!). Hope you're feeling better!

 

[Afgrl]

Today- 25 Jan 2006

Still not feeling 100% today. I wonder if getting the flu shot last week gave me a mild case of it. Tired & achey, upset stomach, dizzy, you know, all the symptoms. Going to try to get my cals and protein up again, we'll see how it works today.

800am-oatmeal w/1/4c apple slices
20oz water
protein shake

1030am-20 oz water
protein shake

100pm-2 corn tortillas w/4 oz chicken breast and 1oz pepper jack cheese
20oz water

630pm-(my mother-in-laws birthday dinner-out)
1 cornbread muffin
4oz beef brisket
2 tbs bbq sauce
1/4 c potato salad
1 slice choc silk pie
6oz tea
16oz water

TOTALS:

1,828 calories; Fat-80g (40%); Carbs-154g (32%); Protein- 123g (28%)

 

[*Bunny*]

Hope you're feeling better !

 

[Afgrl]

Yep, the flu shot can do that (that's why I don't get them!). Hope you're feeling better!

That's what I've heard, go figure! I am feeling quite a bit better, but now it's that time of the month (not that anyone wanted to know, sorry) and I'm just achey and tired; had to drag myself out of bed this morning.

 

[Afgrl]

Hope you're feeling better !

Yes, I am thank you!

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday-1/26/06

8am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-20oz water
1 slice cinnamon raisin bread

1200pm-protein shake
20oz water
2 scrambled eggs

600pm-5 potato & cheese filled perogies
1/4c sauce
2 slices extra thin rosemary herb bread

TOTALS:

 

[Afgrl]

Today-1/27/06

800am-2 scrambled eggs
1 slice cinnamon raisin bread

1030-protein shake
20oz water

100pm-4oz chicken
1/2c steamed broccoli
1 med baked potato with 1/4 tsp butter
16oz water

330om-dbl scoop protein shake
16oz water

 

[indyswife]

I had the thing that lasted for about a month. I hope you don't have the same thing. Feel better soon!!

 

[iceprincess]

Hope you are feeling better today!!

I was looking at your calories over the past week or so and you are looking a little low with the exception to Jan 25, Is due to the flu symptoms you have been experiencing?. If not, make sure to keep these bad boys up high enough.

 

[Afgrl]

Today-1/27/06

800am-2 scrambled eggs
1 slice cinnamon raisin bread

1030-protein shake
20oz water

100pm-4oz chicken
1/2c steamed broccoli
1 med baked potato with 1/4 tsp butter
16oz water

330om-dbl scoop protein shake
16oz water

630pm-2 slices homeade pizza w/mushroom & blk olives
protein shake
16oz water

TOTALS:

 

[Afgrl]

Hi, indyswife & Ice princess, thanks for reading & the well wishes. Yes, I do believe it was the same thing you had, it was nasty and I felt like garbage. Another reason why the cals have been low. But, I decided I'm gonna kick this thing instead of letting it continute to kick my butt. HA HA HA........well time to play catch up on my journal............

Saturday 1/28/06
900am-2 pancakes
2 scrambled eggs
6oz milk
16oz water

1230om-protein shake
turkey sandwich w/1 slice cheese on ww bread
20oz water

330-protein shake
20 oz water

700pm-6oz chicken
1/2c green beans
1 med baked potato
16oz water
6oz diet coke

1000pm-2c popcorn
20 oz water
too much wine 12oz sangria & 4 oz merlot

TOTALS: 1,493cals; Fat-35g (22%); Carbs-140g (35%); Protein-112g (31%); Alc-24g (12%)

Sunday 1/29/06
Late breakfast- 930am
2 pancakes (2tbs sugar free syrup)
2 eggs
4oz apple juice
16oz water

200pm-protein shake
16oz water
2c salad w/2 tbs balsamic vin

400pm-1 serving peanuts
16oz water

700pm- (son's b-day dinner & party)
2 slices thin crust pepperoni
1 thin slice birthday cake (had non-dairy whipped cream icing, not the really sugary stuff.) 1 scoop neopolitan ice cream

TOTALS: 1,458cals; Fat-76g (47%); Carbs-131g (34%); Protein-71g (19%)

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday-1/26/06

8am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-20oz water
1 slice cinnamon raisin bread

1200pm-protein shake
20oz water
2 scrambled eggs

600pm-5 potato & cheese filled perogies
1/4c sauce
2 slices extra thin rosemary herb bread

TOTALS:

891 calories; Fat-31g (33%); Carbs-87g (36%); Protein-65g (31%)

 

[indyswife]

Glad to hear you are feeling better!! Its does kick you in the butt so take your time and go slow!!

 

[Afgrl]

Glad to hear you are feeling better!! Its does kick you in the butt so take your time and go slow!!

Thanks, alot! I'll try.

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday- Jan 30, 2006

30minutes elliptical-level 2 cross-training
squats 45, 50 & 55 lbs 3 sets of 12
leg press 45, 60 & 80 lbs 3 sets of 12
calf raises 45, 60 & 80lbs 3 sets of 12
adductor 45, 60 & 80lbs 3 sets of 12
abductor 45, 60 & 80lbs 3 sets of 12
20oz water

Trying to take it as slow as possible since I've been sick the past few weeks, but me wanting to reach my goal within the next 29 days it also making me want to kick it up a notch......one things for sure I definately don't want to get sick again. I even took out my expensive pair of "hott skinny" jeans and hung them on a hanger from my dresser to remind me of my goal. I hope it helps.....being here and all the great encouragement from my husband & all of you wonderful ladies & of course the motivation it gives me definately helps.....thanks again!

800am-oatmeal
protein
20 oz water

1030am-8oz of hot lemon tea 1tsp splenda
16oz water

1230pm-3oz tuna w/1 tbs mayo
1 slice ww bread
20oz water

330pm-protein shake with 1/2 med banana
16oz water
1/2 can diet red bull

700pm-4oz chicken breast nuggets breaded & baked
1/2c cheesy mushroom chipotle potatoes
1/2c green beans
16oz water
4oz apple juice

TOTALS:922cals; Fat-22g (23%); Carbs-84g (34%); Protein-95g (43%)

 

[*Bunny*]

I see those cals steadily risin' Atta girl Glad you're feeling better. Love the comment "I decided I'm gonna kick this thing instead of letting it continute to kick my butt."

 

[Afgrl]

Today- Jan 31, 2006

600am-30 mintues elliptical-legs were a bit sore from yesterday but I kept w/it, felt great afterwards

700am-1/2 can diet red bull
16oz water

800am-protein shake
1 egg & 2 whites
16oz water

1030am-8oz hot tea w/1 tsp splenda
16oz water

1230-2oz tuna w/1 tbs light mayo
2oz leftover chicken breast nuggets
1/4c cheesy potatoes
20oz water

330pm-15 pecan halves
16oz water

630pm-1c general tso's chicken
1 egg roll w/veggies
16oz water

TOTALS:1,151cals; Fat-59g (47%); Carbs-68g (21%); Protein-88g (32%)

 

[wlmcrae]

Hi Afgrl,

Glad you're feeling a little better! I do read, but I'm such a newbie that I don't post much. I'm not terribly confident in giving feedback yet.

 

[iceprincess]

I am so glad to hear that you are feeling better Afgrl, and you have decided to kick this thing in the butt!! You go gurl! Keep those cals rising

 

[mermaid]

I am so glad to hear that you are feeling better Afgrl, and you have decided to kick this thing in the butt!! You go gurl! Keep those cals rising

^^^ what she said

 

[Afgrl]

Hi Afgrl,

Glad you're feeling a little better! I do read, but I'm such a newbie that I don't post much. I'm not terribly confident in giving feedback yet.

Thank you wlmcrae! Don't worry you'll start to pick up on things from the wonderful ladies & gents here and become more confident not only in giving feedback but in yourself and your diet & workout regimine. Thanks again!

 

[Afgrl]

^^^ what she said

Thanks again iceprincess & mermaid, you all definately know how to get me motivated and keep things for me in check when i start leaning towards falling off the "wagon." LOL

 

[*Bunny*]

Thanks again iceprincess & mermaid, you all definately know how to get me motivated and keep things for me in check when i start leaning towards falling off the "wagon." LOL

Hey hey hey we all got our whips out ...

 

[scorpiogirl]

Hey hey hey we all got our whips out ...

OH, YAH!!!! You can count on that!

 

[Afgrl]

OH, YAH!!!! You can count on that!

Yessss, Bunny & SG and I love it! I don't know what I'd do if I didn't have you all backing me up, cheering for me and especially cracking the whips out!! Thanks!

 

[Afgrl]

Wed-Feb 1st, 2006

800am-1/4c milk
1c trix
protein shake

900am-30 mintues pilates (at home workout)
I also only have 10lb dumbells so I did my arms at home, too.
3 sets of 15 for each exercise
kickbacks
tricep extensions
tricep press
standing dumbbell curls
dumbbell preacher curls

1030am-2 egg whites cooked w/1 pat margarine
20oz water

1230-protein sahke
2c salad mixed greens
2 tbs italian
16oz water

630om-6oz chicken breast
1/2c green beans
protein shake
16oz water

TOTALS: 1,131cals; Fat-44g (36%); Carbs-64g (20%); Protein-119g (44%)

Thursday, Feb 2nd, 2006

800am-2 egg whites w/1tbs cheese
protein shake
16oz water

900am- cardio/aerobics workout in my home (30 minutes)

1030am-1c hot herbal lemon tea plain
16oz water

1230pm-2c grilled chicken salad
2 tbs light creamy italian dressing
20oz water
protein shake

330pm-1c grilled chicken salad
1 tbs light ranch
16oz water


700pm-8oz chicken breast (baked) w/lemon pepper seasoning
1/2c steamed broccoli
16oz water

TOTALS:940cals; Fat-44g (44%); Carbs-21g (6%); Protein-112g (50%)

 

[Afgrl]

Friday, Feb 3, 2006

800am-1/2c milk
1c coco puffs.........i know, the cereal isn't great but I'm SOOO burnt out on plain oatmeal!! I'll whip back into the oatmeal groove tomorrow.
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-1c (mug=8oz) hot herbal ginger tea w/1 tsp splenda
16oz water

1230pm-4oz lean steak
1c green beans
protein shake
20oz water

630pm-1 slice thin crust cheese pizza
2c salad w/1 serving sliced olives
2tbs ranch
16oz water

TOTALS:988cals (ew, way low, since I skipped my 330pm snack/meal!) Fat-42g (40%); Carbs-72g (26%); Protein-80g (34%)

 

[iceprincess]

Wed-Feb 1st, 2006

TOTALS: 1,131cals; Fat-44g (36%); Carbs-64g (20%); Protein-119g (44%)

Thursday, Feb 2nd, 2006

TOTALS:940cals; Fat-44g (44%); Carbs-21g (6%); Protein-112g (50%)

Friday, Feb 3, 2006

TOTALS:988cals (ew, way low, since I skipped my 330pm snack/meal!) Fat-42g (40%); Carbs-72g (26%); Protein-80g (34%)

Girl, your calories are really LOW again!! You need to get these up so that you can train properly and recover, especially since you were sick a couple weeks back!!

 

[Afgrl]

Saturday, Feb 4th, 2006
830am-16oz water
protein shake
1egg & 2 whites

1030-1 serving peanuts
16oz water

1230pm-2c salad w/2 tbs ranch
1 serving green olives
16oz water
protein shake

330pm-24oz water

700pm-6oz spicy boneless chicken breast (baked)
1/2c baked beans
1/4c corn
16oz water

900pm-1 piece beef jerky
1 beef stick (slim jim)
protein shake
16oz water

TOTALS:1,405cals; Fat-58g (38%); Carbs-90g (22%); Protein-133g (39%) Yes, my calories are finally up again!

Sunday, Feb 5th, 2006

900am-16oz water
protein shake

1130am-1egg & 2 whites
3 slices turkey bacon & 1 slice reg bacon
12oz cappuchino....yum, this was so good, especially since it was so cold out!
16oz water

230pm-2c salad w/2 tbs ranch
16.9oz water


430pm-8oz mug hot tea
16oz water

700pm-2c salad w/2tbs balsamic vin
6 green olives
approx 1/4c guacamole & 1 serving homeade baked corn tortilla chips
20oz water

TOTALS: 1,097cals; Fat-70g (59%); Carbs-69g (21%); Protein-55g (20%)

 

[Afgrl]

830am-dbl protein shake
20oz water

900am-Went to the gym for weekly weigh in.....scale -2 lbs, yippie!

1000am- workout in my home......30minutes HIIT cardio on my treadmill (my hubby fixed it for me, yaaaay!) I can't wait until we finish the basement and build the workout room, then we can move it out of our bedroom. Aaah, someday, hopefully sooner than later.

Arms-w/10lb dumbbells; 3 sets 15 each
kickbacks
tricep extensions
tricep press
standing dumbbell curls
dumbbell preacher curls

1230pm-2oz turkey breast
1 slice provolone cheese
1 slice colby jack cheese
2 boiled eggs (only ate 1 yolk)
16oz water
protein shake

330pm- protein shake
1/4c guacamole
1 serving corn tortilla chips
16oz water

700pm-6 tequilla lime flavored chicken wings/legs
1c salad (dry) w/a bit of lemon pepper seasonings
1/4c trail mix
16.9oz water

TOTALS:1,420cals; Fat-83g (53%); Carbs-58g (15%); Protein-113g (32%)

 

[Afgrl]

800am-protein shake
16oz water

900am-5 minutes warm-up (4.5)
15minutes steady pace (5.5) & 15minutes HIIT (5.5 & 6.0)
10 minutes cool-down (3.8)

1015am-1egg & 2 whites
20oz water


1145am-1/2 serving tomato soup
1 slice (approx 1 oz) colby jack cheese
16.9oz water
1/4c trail mix

200pm-1 beef stick (slim jim)
6 green olives
16.9oz water
protein shake

545pm-16oz cappuccino
8oz water


630pm-1/4c baked beans
1c-green beans
1 cheddar brat
16oz water

800pm-protein shake
16oz water

TOTALS-1,208cals; Fat-62g (46%); Carbs-59g (17%); Protein-112g (37%)

 

[*Bunny*]

You are doing great with the log ... Great to see the cals back up ... but they are mostly coming from fat. MAY wanna watch that a tad as you ease back into your 'routine' ...

 

[Afgrl]

You are doing great with the log ... Great to see the cals back up ... but they are mostly coming from fat. MAY wanna watch that a tad as you ease back into your 'routine' ...

Got 'cha, thanks!

 

[iceprincess]

Calories are looking much better, and congrats on the 2lbs loss - keep plugging away!! You are doing great!

Try and get those carbs up just a little bit so that your fat isn't such a high percentage of your daily intake!! (remember that complex carbs are not your enemy, when eaten in moderation)

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks, IP, will do!

Well, this morning is off to a rough start, my husband and I were both up most of the night, our son was really sick, I think he has the stomach flu......so, no run for me today, he's home from school and still sick. I hope he gets better soon, I can't stand seeing any of my children sick or hurting.

830am-8oz mug hot tea w/1 tsp splenda
1 serving oatmeal w/cinnamon......yummy!
16oz water

1045-2 eggs & 1oz cheese
16oz water

1220pm-1c vegetable soup
16oz water
protein shake

330-1 piece beef jerky
1/4c trail mix
16oz water
8oz hot tea

630pm-4oz pork loin
1c broccoli
protein shake

TOTALS:

 

[iceprincess]

Thanks, IP, will do!

Well, this morning is off to a rough start, my husband and I were both up most of the night, our son was really sick, I think he has the stomach flu......so, no run for me today, he's home from school and still sick. I hope he gets better soon, I can't stand seeing any of my children sick or hurting.

830am-8oz mug hot tea w/1 tsp splenda
1 serving oatmeal w/cinnamon......yummy!
16oz water

Awwww...I am sorry to hear that your son is sick afgrl. I really hope that he gets to feeling better soon AND the whole family stays healthy!

 

[Afgrl]

Awwww...I am sorry to hear that your son is sick afgrl. I really hope that he gets to feeling better soon AND the whole family stays healthy!

Thanks again IP, he's kept crackers, posicles & water down so far.......he's playing games in his room right now and hollaring, he says he's feeling better. We'll see after dinner.

It was just strange that BMS (my step-son) got sick last night, my ex sent me a msg yesterday morning and told me that my son (Drew) was sick the night before, too, the hardest past was that he was at his dad's and I couldn't hold him or be there for him.

Speedy recovery to everyone that has whatever it is that's going around again!

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks, IP, will do!

Well, this morning is off to a rough start, my husband and I were both up most of the night, our son was really sick, I think he has the stomach flu......so, no run for me today, he's home from school and still sick. I hope he gets better soon, I can't stand seeing any of my children sick or hurting.

830am-8oz mug hot tea w/1 tsp splenda
1 serving oatmeal w/cinnamon......yummy!
16oz water

1045-2 eggs & 1oz cheese
16oz water

1220pm-1c vegetable soup
16oz water
protein shake

330-1 piece beef jerky
1/4c trail mix
16oz water
8oz hot tea

630pm-4oz pork loin
1c broccoli
protein shake

TOTALS:

1,231cals; Fat-54g (40%); Carbs-73g (21%); Protein-117g (39%)

 

[Afgrl]

800am-protein shake
20oz water

900am-20minutes steady pace walk on treadmill
30minutes HIIT on treadmill

Arms w/10lb dumbbell 3 sets 15 each
kickbacks
tricep extensions
tricep press
standing dumbbell curls
dumbbell preacher curls

1030am-8oz herbal tea
16oz water

1230pm-4oz tuna w/1tbs mayo
1oz cheese flavored popcorn
protein shake
16oz water

330pm-2 pieces chocolate candies
8oz herbal tea
16oz water

630pm-16oz cappuccino

730pm-1 med potato
3/4c baked ham
1oz cheese
1/4c steamed corn
protein shake
16oz water

TOTALS:1,217cals; Fat-49g (37%); Carbs-74g (23%); Protein-121g (40%)

 

[iceprincess]

Thanks again IP, he's kept crackers, posicles & water down so far.......he's playing games in his room right now and hollaring, he says he's feeling better. We'll see after dinner.

It was just strange that BMS (my step-son) got sick last night, my ex sent me a msg yesterday morning and told me that my son (Drew) was sick the night before, too, the hardest past was that he was at his dad's and I couldn't hold him or be there for him.

Speedy recovery to everyone that has whatever it is that's going around again!

Awww I am so sorry that you couldn't be there with your son. I can only imagine how hard that is as a mother. Hang in there afgrl and stay healthy!

Calories and Macros have been looking great over the past couple of days - (though don't forget about your friends, complex carbs!!) keep up the good work!!

 

[Afgrl]

Friday-10 Feb, 2006
Breakfast 1 serving oatmeal
protein shake
20oz water

Snack-20oz water
protein shake

Lunch-1can tuna w/1tbs light mayo
16.9oz water

Dinner-protein shake
3c salad w/light ranch
1 slice pepperoni pizza
20oz water

Saturday-11 Feb, 2006
Breakfast-2 eggs
2 slices bacon
protein shake
16oz water

Snack
16oz water
protein shake

Lunch-1c vegetable chicken soup
20oz water
8oz strawberry smoothie

Dinner-1 slice italian sausage, pepperoni, mushroom & blk olive thin crust pizza
3c salad w/2 tbs light ranch
20oz water
protein shake

Yesterday-12 Feb, 2006
Breakfast-1c shredded wheat w/1/4c skim milk
protein shake
16oz water

Lunch-6 chicken nuggets
med fries
6oz orange Hi-C drink

Dinner-1/4c mashed potatoes
1/4c green beans
1 1/2 chicken breast
12 oz iced tea (sweet)

TOTALS:logging into fit day now.....

 

[Afgrl]

Today-Monday, 13 Feb, 2006

Monday weigh in @ the gym-scale the same.......135lbs.
I found out last night that my sister's wedding date is set for 15 July. So, I have exactly 5 months & 2 days to get to my goal, which is to drop at least another 10-15lbs.

Breakfast-stwarberry protein shake
16oz water

2 miles steady pace on treadmill w/5 minute warm-up & cool-down
30 minutes pilates

Lunch-2c salad w/chicken breast & light ranch
1 slice garlic toast
protein shake
16oz water

Snack-330pm
protein shake
20oz water
1 serving almonds

Dinner-700pm

 

[Afgrl]

Today-Monday, 13 Feb, 2006

Monday weigh in @ the gym-scale the same.......135lbs.
I found out last night that my sister's wedding date is set for 15 July. So, I have exactly 5 months & 2 days to get to my goal, which is to drop at least another 10-15lbs.

Breakfast-stwarberry protein shake
16oz water

2 miles steady pace on treadmill w/5 minute warm-up & cool-down
30 minutes pilates

Lunch-2c salad w/chicken breast & light ranch
1 slice garlic toast
protein shake
16oz water

Snack-330pm
protein shake
20oz water
1 serving almonds

Dinner-700pm

Dinner-1/4c hamburger mac
1c green beans

 

[Afgrl]

Up all night Monday, sick! But fortunately not as sick as my hubby........I feel so bad for him.

Yesterday (Tuesday) sick, sick, sick!! Nothing but chicken noodle soup, water & gatorade for me all day. Bleh! This sucks!!

Today-massive migrane but going to try to get some stuff done around the house since we all did nothing but lay around yesterday. I'll be back this evening to post my diet for the day & if I'd gotten anything accomplished for the day.

 

[iceprincess]

AWWW - I hope you and your husband get to feeling better soon!!

How is your son feeling, better?

 

[Afgrl]

AWWW - I hope you and your husband get to feeling better soon!!

How is your son feeling, better?

Aaah, thanks! Yes, we are feeling better, my son & step-son are better now....but now the girls are getting over being sick. I even cleaned and sprayed everything w/lysol, but I guess I wasn't quick enough. Oh, well....nothing I can really do about it now.

 

[Afgrl]

Still not much of an appetite.....the most I've eaten in the past few days is dinner last night; 1c spaghetti and 1/4c sauce.....the rest of the day was sparatic eating.

I had hot tea, water for breakfast.

Lunch- 1 can slimfast shake & 1 kashi granola bar.

Snack-1/2serving corn chips & 2tbs bean dip.......lots of water throughout the day.

Today- I tried to drink a protein shake and it made me nauseous. So, breakfast was-1 serving malt-o-meal & 16oz water

Snack-1 Kashi 7grain granola bar &16oz water

Lunch-1/2 serving cream of potato soup w/1oz cheese & 16.9oz water



Lunch

 

[treilin]

Still not much of an appetite.....the most I've eaten in the past few days is dinner last night; 1c spaghetti and 1/4c sauce.....the rest of the day was sparatic eating.

I had hot tea, water for breakfast.

Lunch- 1 can slimfast shake & 1 kashi granola bar.

Snack-1/2serving corn chips & 2tbs bean dip.......lots of water throughout the day.

Today- I tried to drink a protein shake and it made me nauseous. So, breakfast was-1 serving malt-o-meal & 16oz water

Snack-1 Kashi 7grain granola bar &16oz water

Lunch-1/2 serving cream of potato soup w/1oz cheese & 16.9oz water



Lunch

Way to hang in there!! Sickness is definitely a cramp in the program!

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks, Treilin for the reply. Yes, you can say it is definately a HUGE cramp in the program it just flat-out S*CKS!!

So the last few days my wireless internet has been down and we only have 1 actual wall connection, it bites!!

I'm feeling much better now, and went dress shopping today for the dress I am going to wear in my little sister's wedding. I have also taken the advice of some of the wonderful ladies on here and up'd (or I am trying to) my calories to about 1,600. I got the diet out of my Self Magazine this month.....I may "tweak" it a little, but we'll see. Todays "diet" was the following:

meal #1-ww english muffin w/1tbs pb
1 pear
1c nf milk
16oz water

Meal #2
16oz water
protein shake

Meal #3
3c salad w/2 bolied eggs and 1 chicken breast
2 tbs light ranch
1 slice ww toast w/1 tsp ff margarine
16.9oz water

Meal #4
6oz plain nonfat yogurt
2 tbs raisins
protein shake
16oz water

Meal #5
1c canned veggie chili
1c brown rice
2c steamed broccoli
16oz water

 

[*Bunny*]

Still sick? Where you been girl ... Hope all is well

 

[Afgrl]

Still sick? Where you been girl ... Hope all is well

Nope, I'm fine now; everything is going well. Started a new diet, trying to up my cals a little like everyone has suggested......also, trying to get prepared for court coming up soon (since my son turned 5 and will be starting school in Aug) & for our trip down to Tx for my little sister's wedding.

 

[Afgrl]

Yesterday's 2/21/06 Food

Meal 1-8am
1 1/4c shredded wheat
1c skim milk
1/2c fresh blueberries
16oz water

Meal 2 1030am-protein shake
20oz water

Meal 3-1230
Grilled cheese sandwich-2 slice ww bread
2ox reduced fat cheddar cheese
1/4 raw tomato
1c raw baby carrots
16oz water

Meal 4-300pm
2 tbs almonds
2 tbs raisins
16oz water
protein

Meal 5-700pm
4oz salmon cooked & brushed w/1 tsp olive oil & lemon
4c fresh spinach, sauteed in 1 tsp olive oil w/1 tsp garlic
med sweet potato w/pat of butter and cinnamon
6oz gatorade
16oz water
2x2inch brownie piece

TOTALS: 1,469cals; Fat-39g (25%); Carbs-187g (46%); Protein-106g (30%)....I need to get an extra shake in here or at least 1/2 of one.

 

[treilin]

I'm feeling much better now, and went dress shopping today for the dress I am going to wear in my little sister's wedding. I have also taken the advice of some of the wonderful ladies on here and up'd (or I am trying to) my calories to about 1,600. I got the diet out of my Self Magazine this month.....I may "tweak" it a little, but we'll see.

Glad to hear it! Dress shopping. It was the funniest thing I was shopping for summer tank tops, and the girl comes up and asks me if I want to try some jeans on. I started laughing um.... NO!

 

[Afgrl]

Glad to hear it! Dress shopping. It was the funniest thing I was shopping for summer tank tops, and the girl comes up and asks me if I want to try some jeans on. I started laughing um.... NO!

Thanks! HA HA HA That is funny, duuuh, you were shopping for summer stuff NOT winter. LOL Thanks for sharing that with me, my laugh for today!

 

[iceprincess]

Hey Afgrl, I just wanted to stop in and see what was going on. I am so glad to hear that you are feeling much better now! PLUS, you have decided to try and up your calories a bit, that is great! YEA!!! Best of luck with your court date and your sisters wedding, I am sure both of them are a little stressful on you right now! Hang in there, you are looking good.

Treilin, you always keep me laughing on here!!

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks Iceprincess.

Yesterday's Foods 2/22/06

Meal 1-800am
Mixed in blender-1/2c skim milk
1/2c lowfat plain yogurt
1c frozen, unsweetened mixed berries
1 tsp honey.....yummy smoothie.
50cals of whole grain wheat crackers
20oz water

Meal 2-1030am
8oz diet v8 Splash
3c lf popcorn

Meal 3-1230pm
4c mixed greens w/4oz bonless skinless chicken breast
1 slice ww bread w/pat of butter
2 tbs cw ranch
20oz water
protein shake

Meal 4-330pm
protein sahke
20oz water

Meal 5-630pm
4oz shrimp sauteed in 1tsp olive oil & soy sauce
1c yellow squash & 1c zuchinni squash cooked in 1 tsp olive oil
1c cooked brown rice
1 cinnamon roll, no icing
20oz water

TOTALS:1,416cals; Fat-34g (23%); Carbs-180g (46%); Protein-105g (31g)....Well, I've figured out w/this diet I'm following that my Carbs are a little high and my protien is lacking....I'll "tweak" it a little today, and see if that works to fix the macros. Oh and I couldn't find V8 drinks in FitDay so I had to add a few different drinks to try to make it as close to V8 as possible.

 

[iceprincess]

Calories are looking MUCH better!!! I little more protein and a little less carbs wouldn't hurt, but keep those calories there!! How are you feeling with more calories???

 

[Afgrl]

Calories are looking MUCH better!!! I little more protein and a little less carbs wouldn't hurt, but keep those calories there!! How are you feeling with more calories???

Thanks IP. I'm feeling a little better w/more cals, but sometimes I have a hard time eating it all, I feel like if I eat anymore I'm going to "pop!" I am a little nervous thinking that it'll cause me to gain though.

 

[Afgrl]

Sunday-26 Feb, 06

meal 1-900am
2 organic blueberry waffles
2 tbs sugar free syrup
2 scrambled eggs
2 slices bacon
16oz water

meal 2-1130am
tuna sandwich on ww bread
protein
16oz water

meal 3-145pm
1c almonds
20oz water

meal 4-330pm
protein shake
20oz water

meal 5-700pm (dinner at in-laws)
3c salad
w/2 tbs ff ranch
1 baked potato w/salt & pepper to taste & 1 pat margarine
3oz baked roast
2 glasses red wine
16.9oz water

Monday-27 Feb, 06

meal 1-800am
1 serving oatmeal w/1 tsp light brn sugar
16oz water
1c skim milk

meal 2-1030am
4oz turkey on slice of ww bread
1/2 small tomato
1oz cheese
16oz water
1/2 protein shake

meal 3-130pm
1/2 protein shake
1/2c blueberries

meal 4-330pm
6oz ff plain yogurt
1 tsp honey

meal 5-630pm (Daughter's B-day party)
Arroz con Pollo (chicken & rice)
1 chicken thigh
1/4c rice
2 tortillas
12oz diet pepsi
16oz water
1 2x3in slice cake 1 scoop strawberry icecream

Tuesday-28 Feb, 06

meal 1-800am
1c oatmeal
1c skim milk
16oz water

meal 2-10am
1 banana in protein shake
16oz water

meal 3-1100am
2oz turkey in 2c salad greens
2 tbs light ranch
20oz water

meal 4-200om
protein shake
1 2x2in piece of cake
20oz water

meal 5

 

[scorpiogirl]

Thanks IP. I'm feeling a little better w/more cals, but sometimes I have a hard time eating it all, I feel like if I eat anymore I'm going to "pop!" I am a little nervous thinking that it'll cause me to gain though.

Your stomach will get use to that and you won't have any problems! lol

I gotta' start cutting next week and I'm so use to EATING that I don't know how I'm gonna' do it! I just want to keep EATING!!!! lol

 

[momsgettinfit]

Thanks IP. I'm feeling a little better w/more cals, but sometimes I have a hard time eating it all, I feel like if I eat anymore I'm going to "pop!" I am a little nervous thinking that it'll cause me to gain though.

Your body will adjust. I know when I started eating like I do I would be like oh man and barely could finish most of my meals. Now I get shakey and *itchy if I don't eat or I'm late on a meal.

 

[treilin]

Thanks IP. I'm feeling a little better w/more cals, but sometimes I have a hard time eating it all, I feel like if I eat anymore I'm going to "pop!" I am a little nervous thinking that it'll cause me to gain though.

I totally felt this way when I started the Shadow plan last year and then when I saw the weight coming off I was like Huh??? I mean I felt full and had that "Gosh I must have added a few pounds feeling"... Give it a few weeks and just monitor your results!

 

[*Bunny*]

^^ Ladies go it covered. Your body will adjust ... the weight (fat) will come off if you are feeding it properly, training, being honest with your portions/cheats and of course, have no medical issues hindering you progress.

Keep at it A! I understand the cause for celebration but I see that red wine, and last 2 nights of cake

 

[Afgrl]

I know, the wine & cake weren't the best choices. I had to snap myself into check about it too. Thanks everyone for helping me gain the confidence I lack by checking in and cracking the 'ol whip out. HA HA HA. I'll keep everyone posted on my progress, too.

 

[Afgrl]

Today (Wed) 3/1/06

30 minutes of HITT intervals ranged between 4.0 & 5.6......whew! felt great, today!

arms workout with 10lb dumbells (at home)

830am-oatmeal
1c skim milk w/protein
16.9oz bottle water

1030-kashi go lean honey almond flax seed granola bar
20oz water

1230pm-16oz water
1 can diet v8 splash
1-6pz can tuna w/1 tbs mayo
also added 8 pickle chips & 2 boiled eggs to the tuna mix

330pm-protein
16oz water

700pm-1c of pasta (I got this recipe from Rachel Ray on Oprah yesterday.....It's called "You Won't Be Single for Long Vodka Cream Pasta") It was delicious!!
1 slice garlic bread
protein shake
20oz water