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buffalogal said:For some reason I'm losing weight like crazy. Have been doing very little cardio due to my schedule but I'm down 7 pounds (to 133) in the past week and my clothes are hanging on me. Mostly water weight, I'm sure but it looks wierd to see my weight this low.
I'll start logging again with my "breakfast" tonight. The dating is going fantastic. I meet his mom tonight for dinner and am so nervous I probably won't eat much then either. I hope she likes me...
buffalogal said:I'll start logging again with my "breakfast" tonight. The dating is going fantastic. I meet his mom tonight for dinner and am so nervous I probably won't eat much then either. I hope she likes me...
I tend to carry everything in my butt and thighs. I need to drop a significant amount of body fat in order for it to start coming off. But, without HIIT training regularly it'll take a while. Hopefully come summer I'll be closer to where I want to be.
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buffalogal said:Ha - you girls crack me up! The meet went very well and was very comfortable. His mom ran a fitness center and teaches cardio classes, including kickboxing (my favorite). So we had a lot to talk about with my goals and fitness/diet lifestyle, etc... It just seemed so normal and she didn't think I was a nut. Phew!!
So will you be taking cardio classes at the fitness center now? I love kickboxing too! It's a great stress reliever.
Well that's good! At least she will be supportive and understanding of your goals! No wonder this guy is attracted to you, besides the obvious! Similar interests to his own mother! Sweet!buffalogal said:Ha - you girls crack me up! The meet went very well and was very comfortable. His mom ran a fitness center and teaches cardio classes, including kickboxing (my favorite). So we had a lot to talk about with my goals and fitness/diet lifestyle, etc... It just seemed so normal and she didn't think I was a nut. Phew!!
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nelmsjer said:Good luck!!!
) The house is older, but there aren't alot of options for me initially, in the newer homes. This one is exactly the size I need for now. I'm going back to look at it tomorrow or Thursday and hopefully be ready to make an offer. I'll soon be counting the days, and then I can get back into a stable routine. Workouts are pretty intense though, and I find myself extremely sore all the time. I'm really giving my muscles a workout, which is great. And I was able to run 3 miles yesterday with no problems - I can't wait for spring so I can start getting outside and running again. Feels so good to know I can still do it...
The only reason I asked newer or older was what questions you'll need to ask... not that I was being nosey and snooty.... Just wanted to clear that up.buffalogal said:Thanks gals (and guy!
Diet is still good 90% of the time but we all know how "questionable" restaurant food can be.
Hope you're doing okay sweetie! I know you're going through a rough time, but we're all here for you.buffalogal said:
buffalogal said:Thanks gals (and guy!
Diet is still good 90% of the time but we all know how "questionable" restaurant food can be.
buffalogal said:
Yeah it's all trial and error and scary when you have to do it alone! Especially trying to figure out which paycheck pays for what bills and when will they come, and about how much.... That part had me on edge for quite a few months. Plus I pay my taxes out of pocket so I was kinda wondering if I budgeted enough and everything worked out fine. It will for you too!buffalogal said:I knew you weren't being nosey Treil! I've tried to think of all kinds of questions - this is so new to me. My ex really did all the work last time. I appreciate any little advice anyone has to offer.
I've got the disclosure on the house and didn't see anything, course that doesn't mean it isn't there. I wish buying a house was easy but it'll be more trial and error for me. Feel free to ask/comment away... I'll take all the help I can get.
I'm SO feelin' this anxiety right now! ...but at the same time I'm so EXCITED to be doing it that I can't see straight!!! :crosseyed:treilin said:
scorpiogirl said:I'm SO feelin' this anxiety right now! ...but at the same time I'm so EXCITED to be doing it that I can't see straight!!! :crosseyed:
It all seems so scarey looking in from the outside. Once you're in the middle of it all, it becomes more clear. Have a list of questions ready (if you have them), and ask away!
Well you'll see it's all for the good just hectic and stressful right now. Just take care of yourself and get enough R&R!scorpiogirl said:I'm SO feelin' this anxiety right now! ...but at the same time I'm so EXCITED to be doing it that I can't see straight!!! :crosseyed:
It all seems so scarey looking in from the outside. Once you're in the middle of it all, it becomes more clear. Have a list of questions ready (if you have them), and ask away!
buffalogal said:Thanks for checking in girls.
Given all that's been going on I barely have time to dial into the internet these days. So, I'm still trying to write down my food choices/timing every day, still get to the gym a lot to lift but have been lax on the cardio, but for the most part I've lost the added willpower to really keep up with it for the time being.
I'll be back to logging once I get settled in somewhere, house or no. But that'll probably be another 6 weeks or so.
As far as the house goes, my realtor and mortgage company seem to be giving me the run around. No guidance on ANYTHING at all! Tomorrow is the last chance before I go elsewhere. I'm on a very tight timetable and my time is just about up for getting out of the hotel room. To say that I'm about ready to pull out my hair, along with a few other people's, would be putting it very, VERY mildly.
Now, on top of that I need to get a new car before next winter. My car just cannot handle winter weather and so this past weekend was spent car shopping. I found the one I want, it's just a matter of buying it this summer. So, with two major purchases coming up, dealing with a bunch of idiots and working non-stop at work, my diet is suffering and is just too hard to control at this point.
I'll be back in a couple of months, hopefully with a new log. And I'll check in from time to time, but it will probably be limited for awhile. On a lighter and more positive note though: the dating is great and is too good to be put into words. So, in that aspect of my life I've never been happier. And, I'm keeping my chin up because the rest will just fall into place when the time comes.
mermaid said:You go girl!!
Don't stress to much over the diet and working out. Just try and get some in to help you feel better. It will work-out. I know though it's like "Gosh I don't want to deal with these people, can it just be over!"Roonytunes said:^^^^
What she said!!! Good luck with the house & car and that is awesome that the dating is going so well. We miss ya, girl and can't wait to have you back here like the good ol' times. Hang in there and don't let the idiots get the better of you!
What she said!scorpiogirl said:Hang in there, sweetie!
Kick that Realtor in the ass! Hey go to Realtor.com and see what you can find in your area. Maybe that will help guide you both. Write down the MLS# and have the Realtor check into it for you.
Good luck with your new man! Best wishes to you!
buffalogal said:WOO-HOO! Happy Dance!
The seller accepted my offer and the contract has been signed. Closing date may not be for another month, but there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel!! I'll be back to logging in no time gals!
Just thought I would check in and say Hi! It looks like things are looking up for you - congrats on the house, now we will wait with or fingers crossed
Looking forward to it!!!buffalogal said:You girls are oh so sweet! As expected, things have been pretty hectic. Am waiting on the home inspection, then just sit back and wait for closing. Yippee!!
I have a plan of attack for getting back with the program. Went through last night and wrote out a very detailed meal plan for 7 days. Have ordered supps (Gluc, sesapure, T-Rex, Levorex) from AF Store and am awaiting them. Once I get moved in, I'm back at it and it couldn't come soon enough. Haven't checked my weight/BF % for a long time and mentally, I don't think I could stand to hear the numbers. But, now that I have a plan, I'm feeling better.
I've been trying to keep up with everyone's log as I get the chance, a few times a week. You should be seeing a new log from me by the end of April. Til then girls, keep doing what you're doing. Luv ya all!!
CONGRATULATIONS, you homeowner, you!!!!!buffalogal said:WOO-HOO! Happy Dance!
The seller accepted my offer and the contract has been signed. Closing date may not be for another month, but there is finally a light at the end of the tunnel!! I'll be back to logging in no time gals!
buffalogal said:Yea, time to party then. Bring it on gals! Get my home inspection done tomorrow morning and things may be finally on the downslide.
Unfortunately, so's the training. Have developed a very strange problem the past 1.5 weeks. Having problems with my right foot/leg going numb, losing complete control of it and am having a tendency to drag it behind me at times because it won't respond. I've fallen many times the last few days and it's affecting my cardio. Hard to run when you can't lift your foot.
Went to the doctor and am awaiting results of my blood tests and brain scan to see what the problem is. Just when you think you've gotten things licked, something unexpected always comes up. Yet another reason to tighten the diet up asap.
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buffalogal said:Yea, time to party then. Bring it on gals! Get my home inspection done tomorrow morning and things may be finally on the downslide.
Unfortunately, so's the training. Have developed a very strange problem the past 1.5 weeks. Having problems with my right foot/leg going numb, losing complete control of it and am having a tendency to drag it behind me at times because it won't respond. I've fallen many times the last few days and it's affecting my cardio. Hard to run when you can't lift your foot.
Went to the doctor and am awaiting results of my blood tests and brain scan to see what the problem is. Just when you think you've gotten things licked, something unexpected always comes up. Yet another reason to tighten the diet up asap.
Good well wishes... and just a thought... You said it goes numb... is it tingley? I was just thinking pinched nerve possibly. Pinched nerve wouldn't let you fire the muscles properly. It could be anywhere from the spine through even your hip area? Thinking about it.. I don't know everything but trying to figure out what would possibley cause it it just seems wierd that it's only effecting one leg, and not any of your upper body first. Like the message is being sent down the CNS but is getting delayed once it hits the nerve that feeds that leg only. Do you have any tight areas in your lower back or is the glutes on that side sore or super tight? Pinched nerve is either muscle against bone, muscle to muscle, or more uncommon that I have read is bone to bone. I know you work-out a lot but do you stretch enough? Just trying to think of non-evasive ways that could help your problem. Doctors like to cut you open and they get to use all their gadgets and stuff... When sometimes they don't need too.buffalogal said:Yea, time to party then. Bring it on gals! Get my home inspection done tomorrow morning and things may be finally on the downslide.
Unfortunately, so's the training. Have developed a very strange problem the past 1.5 weeks. Having problems with my right foot/leg going numb, losing complete control of it and am having a tendency to drag it behind me at times because it won't respond. I've fallen many times the last few days and it's affecting my cardio. Hard to run when you can't lift your foot.
Went to the doctor and am awaiting results of my blood tests and brain scan to see what the problem is. Just when you think you've gotten things licked, something unexpected always comes up. Yet another reason to tighten the diet up asap.
Then I can start thinking about a comp next spring!! I'm sooo envious of all of you - miss you gals!
I hope you get the right diagnosis soon, girl! Hang in there
May even want to tell them about your lower back being sore if you haven't already. Referrals on everyone can be a little bit different so don't necessarily discount a pinched nerve if you don't have tingling. Can you remember what you were doing that caused your back to hurt? Does your back feel tight/stiff like you can't move it real well? Could always try icing your lower back just in case there is some inflammation in the area pressing againt a nerve root to that leg. If you just lay on your back with the ice under it, and prop your legs up on two pillows at a 90 degree angle to take the pressure off of your lower back for 15-20 minutes, can always follow it up with heat, and then do some light stretching. Just a thought...buffalogal said:Thanks for the info Treilin, and for all the good vibes girls. The brain scan came back negative, so I'm okay there. Nothin' going on in this head of my mind, which I'm sure most people already knew anyway - ha!
The next step is an MRI on my lumbar spine, then an EMG (nerve study) in two weeks. The only reason I wonder if it's a pinched nerve is because I have no pain at all. No tingly feeling to my foot. It just goes numb and feels like a lead brick at the end of my leg - and only the one leg. Today it's gone numb twice and sometimes I had a hard time getting my shoe on because my foot was too weak to push it in. But, I never fell or stumbled today. It's so random that occasionally I wonder if it's just me.
The only possible link is that my lower back was sore about 2-3 weeks ago for a couple of days, but then it was fine. Then I first noticed symptoms in my right leg a few days later. I didn't really even connect the two until talking to my bf tonight, but maybe that's related. I just don't know. I'm giving myself the rest of the weekend off, but then I really need to get back to working out. I feel horrible that I can't. I'm also interested to see if it aggravates my leg/back again. Kind of a mini-experiment I guess. I do stretch quite a bit as it is but probably not as much as I could: 5-10 min before and after a workout.
Oh girls, I just wish I could get back to normal soon. I hope you're enjoying all your healthy eating for me. Someone eat 5 egg whites for me! I can't wait to start chowing down on "good-for-me" food again.
Keep your chin up... You could still do some upper body work.. or even maybe some yoga.buffalogal said:Everything's still status quo. Foot's been off and on, not as bad as last week but still some problems. Am still trying to get these tests done, on top of new things that have cropped up the last couple of days. I don't know whether to keep working out or not, so I've stopped for the time being and it's dragging me down in the dumps. I'm just in a funk right now. I just have to be patient and not push it but it's hard to do. Thanks for asking hun. I'll be back one of these days...
This might sound silly to you right now but after you do your sprints running leg work butt work.... Try doing a piriformis stretch.buffalogal said:Wow, I need to check this more often. I had originally given up on the whole eating healthy thing for awhile and realized it was starting to make me feel worse. So, I'm slowly easing back into it.
The leg's been okay. May have been a nerve that worked itself out. Still have a bunch of tests to run on Friday, so we'll see what comes up from that. I went back to doing sprints yesterday and am gonna try to hit the gym now to do some upper body. It's been almost two weeks now since I've lifted - just a little ab work here and there. My pants are getting tight and I'm getting pissed, so it's time to get my a$$ in some sort of gear.
Still stressing about the house. Didn't get what I wanted from the inspection but I have no other choice. I have to take it or lose my dogs forever. I'm just run down from the physical end and mental drain from dealing with buying a house. Thanks for all the well-wishes. I'll check in from time to time until I can get back at it. Miss you girls.
What did they find? Nothing serious, I hope?!?!?buffalogal said:Still stressing about the house. Didn't get what I wanted from the inspection but I have no other choice. I have to take it or lose my dogs forever. I'm just run down from the physical end and mental drain from dealing with buying a house. Thanks for all the well-wishes. I'll check in from time to time until I can get back at it. Miss you girls.
Had an MRI on my back done and the results should be there in a couple of days. If they find nothing on that, I'm giving up. I've been doing more cardio (well, as much as I can) and so I'll just keep going. Frustrating as hell, but maybe it was just a one-time occurrence.
How r u doing???buffalogal said:I miss all of you too!
Still no word on what it could be. Fortunately, it hasn't acted up for a week or so. I'm beginning to think it may have been a pinched nerve that finally let go.
No nerve damage turned up on the EMG. Gawd, what a horrible test!
I'm hopefully getting closer to a closing date on my house. Maybe only a week or two and then I can move in. Fingers are crossed hard for that so I can get back on track. My diet sucks right now but I'm trying not to let it bother me too much. I just can't wait to start cutting!!
Everything else is busy but good. I have wonderful support with me and am not sure how I would have made it through without a fantastic guy to help. I don't know what I did to deserve him but I hope I keep doing it.
Hugs to all of you wonderful EF'ers. I'm still here, just have turned into lurker mode for the time being!
I'm happy to hear that!!! I'm sure you are too! So back to the gym for you?!?!?!?buffalogal said:Just got my test results back and there is no sign of nerve impingement in my lower back. My doctor thinks it was probably a pinched nerve that became "unpinched." Hopefully that's all it was.
But, I do have arthritis in my lower spine which doesn't sound like much fun. But it's not gonna stop me from lifting weights. Have to do some research to see if there's anything I can do to prevent it from getting worse. Other than that, all is good...
Started back full time on Tuesday and my legs sure are feeling it. I luv it! Still no word on a closing date for the house but after that I'll be back on here full time with a new log...buffalogal said:Absolutely!!
Yah, she does!!!! I just whipped her on another thread!!!!mermaid said:Yay, BG is baaaaaack!!!!!!!!!
So glad your nerve is now unpinched.
Get yourout, I need more whipping.
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