Mermaid 2006

[mermaid]

I know as soon as I post this that some people are going to freak about 40-50 grams of carbs. Please don't! The evidence is just simply too conclusive, and science backs it up. There is literally not any other time of the day that the body can handle carbs better than right after a workout. Read that previous sentence as many times as you have to. LOL!

Yes, freak is a good word. NO WAY??!! That's half of my carb intake for the day. This amount is for a man surely?

OK, read the sentence three times. Still not convinced. That's 3 cups of Gatorade!!!!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Morning!! (or....night, in your case)

 

[mermaid]

Morning!! (or....night, in your case)

LOL!!!!!!!! You're up early, what is it, 5am?

 

[scorpiogirl]

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LOL!!!!!!!! You're up early, what is it, 5am?

3:57 AM...Woke up at 2:30 and shit kept swirling thru my mind- stressed! Can't sleep, so I thought my buddy, Mermie would be awake and on the board!! lol

 

[mermaid]

Friday 27 January

Nelms, with the squats, the bar only made for easy sets so I'll tweak it, up it a bit to be challenging but reasonable with the limited rest. OK?

TGIF!!!

Had a doctor appointment, so a later start to the morning.

7.15am
3/4 cup all bran
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup whites, 1 whole egg

8.30am Gym
Superset
Bench 5x8 Bar only
BB Rows 5x8 bar + 10lbs

Superset
DB Incline Press 3x12
DB Rows 3x12

I used the same DB as I was lifting last week for chest and with the limited rest time, I found it difficult. I'm just trying to find a happy medium and that will take a few sessions.

BUT, again, the heart rate was elevated enough to sweat! I really feel like I'm getting a good workout - I think this will work very well for me!

9.15am
2 scoop whey, 1 cup ready made Gatorade
It was more palatable today.

My doctor gave me a clean bill of health for the first time in just over a year and I can't tell you how happy I am about that.



12.00pm
2/3 cup cottage cheese
1 tbsp almond butter
1 kiwi fruit

Thanks for all your best wishes!

3.30pm
4oz lean beef steak
1 tomato

7.00pm
1 cup whites, 1 whole egg as omelette w/
1/2 spinach
2 tbsp crumbled feta cheese
then 1 tbsp almond butter
Supplements

1420 cals P:41 C:23 F:36 Fiber:21g

 

[nelmsjer]

Yes, freak is a good word. NO WAY??!! That's half of my carb intake for the day. This amount is for a man surely?

OK, read the sentence three times. Still not convinced. That's 3 cups of Gatorade!!!!

HA!!!!!!! You're great, Mermaid. I love it. No worries, mate.

Okay, let's compromise. 35 grams carbs and 24 grams protein. That's a 1.5:1 ratio. Just remember what I wrote: your body will handle carbs immediately after a workout better than at ANY other time of the day.

I'll tell you what. Google John Berardi and Lonnie Lowery. Read their writings and research, and then come back and talk with me some more on this.

Now take a deep breath and smile. You can do 35 grams. If you have to pull carbs from a meal to make sure you hit your percentage goals, then pull it from the last meal of the day.

How was your day?

 

[iceprincess]

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3:57 AM...Woke up at 2:30 and shit kept swirling thru my mind- stressed! Can't sleep, so I thought my buddy, Mermie would be awake and on the board!! lol

I am hoping that you don't have to work tomorrow or SG is going to be one tired kitten!!

 

[scorpiogirl]

I'm so happy for you that you're healthy and have been given a green light!!!

 

[mermaid]

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3:57 AM...Woke up at 2:30 and shit kept swirling thru my mind- stressed! Can't sleep, so I thought my buddy, Mermie would be awake and on the board!! lol

Ha! You got that right, girl. I hate not sleeping because of stress - hope it's nothing major

 

[scorpiogirl]

Ha! You got that right, girl. I hate not sleeping because of stress - hope it's nothing major

Just other businesses standing in line waiting to be paid!!! Sometimes owning a business really SUCKS!!!!

 

[nelmsjer]

Just other businesses standing in line waiting to be paid!!! Sometimes owning a business really SUCKS!!!!

I've been there, SG... good luck! What type of business?

EDIT:

Yeah, I'm a big dork. I already know the answer to that one...

Move along, move along.... nothing to see here.... go back to your regularly scheduled activities...

 

[mermaid]

Just other businesses standing in line waiting to be paid!!! Sometimes owning a business really SUCKS!!!!

Oh SG, that really does suck. Wish I could help......

 

[scorpiogirl]

I've been there, SG... good luck! What type of business?

EDIT:

Yeah, I'm a big dork. I already know the answer to that one...

Move along, move along.... nothing to see here.... go back to your regularly scheduled activities...

LOL!

 

[mermaid]

HA!!!!!!! You're great, Mermaid. I love it. No worries, mate.

Okay, let's compromise. 35 grams carbs and 24 grams protein. That's a 1.5:1 ratio. Just remember what I wrote: your body will handle carbs immediately after a workout better than at ANY other time of the day.

I'll tell you what. Google John Berardi and Lonnie Lowery. Read their writings and research, and then come back and talk with me some more on this.

Now take a deep breath and smile. You can do 35 grams. If you have to pull carbs from a meal to make sure you hit your percentage goals, then pull it from the last meal of the day.

How was your day?

OK, I'll Google!

My day was awesome, thanks. Good news about the health and LOVING the new workout I got

 

[scorpiogirl]

I am hoping that you don't have to work tomorrow or SG is going to be one tired kitten!!

Yah.....sigh.....working today until 5. It's ok, I knew what I was signing up for when I jumped into this 3 years ago. When I first started, I was working 93 hours a week. I can handle one tired day....my clients may not like me though!! lol

 

[Roonytunes]

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3:57 AM...Woke up at 2:30 and shit kept swirling thru my mind- stressed! Can't sleep, so I thought my buddy, Mermie would be awake and on the board!! lol

I thought I would be one of the first US folks to be on this board this morning, but apparently SG has me beat. I'm sitting here trying to wake myself (6:15am) to be coherent to hit the gym for my cardio in a few. I know I can usually count on Mermaid, IP and IP's husband to have posted in the wee hours of the night for me to read .

Ok, off to get out of my jammies and into my workout clothes....

 

[Roonytunes]

Okay, let's compromise. 35 grams carbs and 24 grams protein. That's a 1.5:1 ratio. Just remember what I wrote: your body will handle carbs immediately after a workout better than at ANY other time of the day.

My initial reaction was the same as my pal, Mermie. Good to see that she's already got you to compromise.

I do have a concern though. Unlike Mermaid who does most of her training in the morning, I lift at night. Is it still okay to consume 35g carbs around 8 or 9pm since it's not too far off from my bed time? Generally, I like to finish eating my complex carbs by late afternoon and keep to 100g or less for the day. But I'm willing to be open-minded. Also, this whey-gatorade mix is only for after strength training, right? Not cardio?

Thanks again for helping us all out, N.

 

[nelmsjer]

My initial reaction was the same as my pal, Mermie. Good to see that she's already got you to compromise.

I do have a concern though. Unlike Mermaid who does most of her training in the morning, I lift at night. Is it still okay to consume 35g carbs around 8 or 9pm since it's not too far off from my bed time? Generally, I like to finish eating my complex carbs by late afternoon and keep to 100g or less for the day. But I'm willing to be open-minded. Also, this whey-gatorade mix is only for after strength training, right? Not cardio?

Thanks again for helping us all out, N.

I'm literally really glad you asked this question, because it helps make my point. Yes, even at night...THAT is how powerful exercise is for nutrient partitioning.

Also, if you are doing HIIT cardio, go ahead and take the PWO shake.

 

[mermaid]

Saturday 28 January

Day off the weights. Was absolutely ravenous all day until the cheat meal. But the main thing was that I ached all over, but good muscle ache from the past couple of workouts. I realise that my abs do stretch right up to just under the boobage (they droop that low, LOL) - haven't felt that before!!!

7.30am Gym
25 mins HIIT Cardio - elliptical
30sec/90sec intervals
then:
20 mins steady state treadmill to finish

9.00am
2 oatmeal protein pancakes
1/2 cup strawberries
1 tbsp almond butter

12.00pm
3/4 cup all bran
1/2 cup FF milk
2/3 cup cottage cheese

Cheat meal:
P and I agonised over what to eat. We knew we would be too tempted to drink if we went out for dinner and alcohol always weakens our resolve the following day, so:

4 Glucorell-R

4.00pm
KFC Chicken Fillet sandwich
Small fries
2 cups chocolate ice cream

Yum. Enjoyed it all except for the bun. White bread is just not the same anymore.

It's now almost 8pm and still not hungry. But will have 2 scoop whey in water before bed.

Haven't even bothered to open Fitday.

Day 3 of the weight program tomorrow - can't wait!!

 

[mermaid]

I'm literally really glad you asked this question, because it helps make my point. Yes, even at night...THAT is how powerful exercise is for nutrient partitioning.

Also, if you are doing HIIT cardio, go ahead and take the PWO shake.

Yes, but real food after a workout is good too if the macros are right? I need real food for breakfast after HIIT.

I have ordered some maltodextrin powder to add to the whey for my PWO shake after weights. And I'm still reading up on it too.

 

[iceprincess]

You are looking good Mermaid!! I am so happy to see the excitement you have towards exercise now and how you can't wait to get to the gym tomorrow!

Keep up the good work. Tell Mr. P HI for me!

 

[nelmsjer]

Mermaid, absolutely. Real food is better than no food! But PWO shakes are the best.

This is one of those things where people have to be careful. People get into a mentality that says, "If I can't do what is best, than I just won't do anything". Or, "Even though I'm doing xyz, ABC is even better, so I'm missing out on everything. I might as well not be doing anything." The fact that the person is doing something good turns into a negative situation!

Well, neither one of those statements are true. They both represent extremes that only serve to halt progress and keep people from succeeding, from reaching goals, and from becoming better. It's frustrating. Enjoy the journey, because that is where happiness and life is at.

I remember asking my students at A&M, "What is the best cardiovascular exercise?" They would come up with different answers. Some said swimming because it was full body and easier on the joints. Some said walking because it was so easy to do and also easier on the joint than running. Some said running because it created greater forces on impact and used more calories. Then they would ask me the answer...and I would tell them "the one you enjoy and will do".

Some would laugh, but some would hate the answer. So, I always explained, "If I tell you that running, or swimming, or biking is the best exercise, and you just HATE it or, even worse, literally can't DO it (injury, handicap, etc.), then all I have done is frustrate you. You will walk around thinking, "why am I doing this...it's not as good as ABC?", and you'll resent exercise and the effort put into it. That would be a terrible thing to do to someone." Most would understand and smile. I like that.

So, back to the beginning... whether it's the optimal malto/dextro/hydrolyzed whey blend or gatorade and cheap protein powder or some simple carbs and protein foods, just pick one and enjoy that you are doing something that is better for you than nothing at all. And smile...enjoy the journey.

 

[scorpiogirl]

I remember asking my students at A&M, "What is the best cardiovascular exercise?" They would come up with different answers. Some said swimming because it was full body and easier on the joints. Some said walking because it was so easy to do and also easier on the joint than running. Some said running because it created greater forces on impact and used more calories. Then they would ask me the answer...and I would tell them "the one you enjoy and will do".

Some would laugh, but some would hate the answer. So, I always explained, "If I tell you that running, or swimming, or biking is the best exercise, and you just HATE it or, even worse, literally can't DO it (injury, handicap, etc.), then all I have done is frustrate you. You will walk around thinking, "why am I doing this...it's not as good as ABC?", and you'll resent exercise and the effort put into it. That would be a terrible thing to do to someone." Most would understand and smile. I like that.

Sneaky AND uses reverse psychology!!! I'm on to you Nelms! lol

 

[scorpiogirl]

Mermaid! I'm seeing a NEW & IMPROVED you emerging (sp)!!!! I LOVE it!!!

 

[iceprincess]

Look out WORLD...Mermaid is on the LOOSE!! Armed and dangerous with all of her new nutrition and exercise knowledge and enthusiasm!!!

 

[mermaid]

Oh that's so funny. New and improved? Ha, don't know about that but I talk to myself every day, "not working out never makes anything better, not eating right never makes anything better". It's a day by day thing.

I'm having a very stressful time at work and while my new niece is now much better, my sister is still struggling. BUT I repeat my mantra in my head and make sure I look after me first, THEN I'll have enough energy for everything else. It's not easy for me to say that.

Thanks so much ladies (and Nelms, LOL), you're just awesome

Sunday 29 January

Slept in. I tell you, I am Hungry Henry

8.30am
3/4 cup all bran
1/2 cup FF milk
1 cup whites, 1 whole egg made as omelette w/
1/2 cup spinach
2 tbsp shredded parmesan

10.30am
2 slices Performax bread
1 tbsp almond butter

1.30pm
2 slices Performax bread
1 tbsp fig spread

More bread, I know, naughty girl

4.00pm
1 cup diced chicken breast

5.30pm Gym
Superset
Decline situps 4x8
Squats Bar only 3x8

OMG. My abs are so weak. They are still sore from the other day but declines? Ouch. Need to work on those. I felt like vomiting!!

Dead lifts 5x8

Had to increase weight to feel the burn but not enough for failure

Russian Twists? Yeah right. Maybe in my next life, LOL. No really, just a bit too much for the poor abs so used the ab crunch machine 3x6.

20 mins steady state cardio - elliptical.



7.00pm
2 scoop whey w/ 1 cup Gatorade

8.30pm
4oz lean beef steak
1 large grilled tomato

~1600 cals P:45 C:28 F:27 Fiber:35g

 

[mermaid]

Question for Nelms:

I notice there is no specific tricep exercise. Is there a reason?

Cheers mate

 

[nelmsjer]

Day 1:
Squats: 5 sets of 8 (5x8)
Hanging Pikes: 4x8
---------
Swiss Ball situps: 3x10
Lunges or Step Ups: 2x12

Day 2:
Bench: 5x8 - triceps exercise
Bent Row: 5x8
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DB Incline: 2x12 - triceps exercise
DB Row: 2x12

Day 3: OFF

Day 4:
Decline situps: 4x10
Light squats: 3x10
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Deadlift: 5x8
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Russian Twists: 2x10

Day 5:
Pullups: 6x6
Military Press: 5x7 - triceps exercise
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Incline Press: 3x10 - triceps exercise
Preacher curl: 3x10

Day 6: OFF
Day 7: OFF

Mermaid, see the bolded notes above...whenever you press a weight, whether it is overhead (military), over your chest (any bench variation), or your body (pushups and dips), you have a lot of tricep involvement. NOT that soreness is an indicator of effectiveness, but have you noticed any soreness in your triceps this week?

Technically, when you pull (pullups, bent rows), you are also using your biceps. However, variations in hand placement can take the emphasis off of the biceps (not completely) in those exercises, so I have included the preacher curl.

How was your weekend? OH...and how much did you deadlift?

 

[wlmcrae]

Mermaid, I LOVE your signature saying! I've been telling myself that now to keep on with workouts some days!

 

[mermaid]

Mermaid, see the bolded notes above...whenever you press a weight, whether it is overhead (military), over your chest (any bench variation), or your body (pushups and dips), you have a lot of tricep involvement. NOT that soreness is an indicator of effectiveness, but have you noticed any soreness in your triceps this week?

Technically, when you pull (pullups, bent rows), you are also using your biceps. However, variations in hand placement can take the emphasis off of the biceps (not completely) in those exercises, so I have included the preacher curl.

How was your weekend? OH...and how much did you deadlift?

OK, no I haven't felt any soreness in my tris. Maybe I'm not lifting heavy enough?

I deadlift 70lbs. I can defintely do more, but I have never done 5 sets before so was trying it out. What I find, the heavier the weight, is a problem with grip, not load.

Weekend was quiet but good for the gym. Actually leaving work now to go exercise - I've had a really stressful day, my boss thinks I'm absolutely bonkers at the moment so getting sweaty is what I need right now in order to chill out.

Not eaten enough today but will log that later.

 

[nelmsjer]

Mermaid, don't worry if you aren't feeling soreness in your triceps. I was just curious. The more important factor is that we slowly move up in weight lifted each week. The body will respond.

Also, slowly increasing the weight on deadlift will help you continue to learn form and strengthen your grip. Someday, you'll get to a point where you have to use a mixed grip. When we get there, let me know, or just do some research on mixed grip deadlifts. Wait as long as you can, though, so that your grip strength will be maximally increased, before you implement it.

Now...EAT!

 

[mermaid]

Monday 30 January

Absolutely crap day at work - I did myself no favours whatsoever

I need to stop drinking a coffee in the morning - it gives me the jitters (treble shot today) and affects my hunger so I then delay/miss a meal.

Damn, I love coffee as much as I love vodka.

6.30am
3/4 cup all bran
1/2 cup milk
2 scoop whey w/ water

8.00am
Treble shot coffee w/ milk

10.30am
1 oz almonds

12.30pm
4oz tuna
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 kiwi fruit

3.30pm
2 oz almonds

I know, ridiculous amount of food before a workout. The only thing I am proud of is that I went to the gym instead of drinking/junk food bingeing after such a shitty day.

6.30pm Gym
Haaaaaaa ha ha ha haaaaaa ha ha ha ha oh... - pullups 6x6 (45lbs) and I weigh 150 - way to go
Military press 5x6 - need to up the weight on this one

Superset
DB Incline press 3x10
DB Incline curls 3x10

20 mins steady state cardio - treadmill
3mph @ 12% incline

8.00pm
2 scoop whey w/ water
1/2 cup applesauce
Supplements

3 liters water

1410 cals P:38 C:19 F:43 Fiber:25g

 

[nelmsjer]

Great job on doing the pullups, even if they are assisted!!!

Do you have a microloading solution, yet?

 

[scorpiogirl]

OK, no I haven't felt any soreness in my tris. Maybe I'm not lifting heavy enough?

I deadlift 70lbs. I can defintely do more, but I have never done 5 sets before so was trying it out. What I find, the heavier the weight, is a problem with grip, not load.

Weekend was quiet but good for the gym. Actually leaving work now to go exercise - I've had a really stressful day, my boss thinks I'm absolutely bonkers at the moment so getting sweaty is what I need right now in order to chill out.

Not eaten enough today but will log that later.

The next time you go to the gym, ask them if they have any straps and also, ask them how to use them. They support your wrists and hands and allow you to do more weight on things like DLs, Pulldowns & Incline Rows. I get mine out when doing DLs.

 

[musclemom]

The next time you go to the gym, ask them if they have any straps and also, ask them how to use them. They support your wrists and hands and allow you to do more weight on things like DLs, Pulldowns & Incline Rows. I get mine out when doing DLs.

I've got big paws, that makes a difference I think with grip, but another thing that helps grip strength, bent arm hangs ... I got a doorway gym, it's a chinning bar that hangs in any doorway without causing any damage to the door structure (mine's in my kitchen). Just doing a bent arm hang for as long as you can a couple of times a week really helps. Farmer's carries, plate pinch, those dynagrip things you can keep at your desk and work your wrist and forearm with ... anything that works grip helps.

Worst comes to worst, deadlift with a trap bar!!!

 

[nelmsjer]

The next time you go to the gym, ask them if they have any straps and also, ask them how to use them. They support your wrists and hands and allow you to do more weight on things like DLs, Pulldowns & Incline Rows. I get mine out when doing DLs.

SG, have you tried mixed grip, yet? The goal is to get your grip as STRONG as you can without resorting to straps. Straps aren't the devil or anything, but I honestly haven't used any in 10 years. I pulled a 455 deadlift (not outstanding, by any means), but my point is that the grip can keep up with your training. IP pulls 175 without even mixing grips because she hates it. LOL! I'm not trying to compare people; she is just a good example to use.

 

[treilin]

The next time you go to the gym, ask them if they have any straps and also, ask them how to use them. They support your wrists and hands and allow you to do more weight on things like DLs, Pulldowns & Incline Rows. I get mine out when doing DLs.

I second the strap thing. The only suggestion I add is find the gloves with the straps on them, not seperate from weight lifting gloves. My trainer has a pair and they work so much better. That's why my deadlift was so much less this past week because of grip I didn't have the gloves with the straps. It definitely helps you to hang on to the bar a lot better and helps you to increase weight quite a bit.
http://store.yahoo.net/net2fitness/grgrligr.html
This is what they look like.. and I have had a hard time finding a pair. I went to sports authority, Dunhams, and a few other sporting good stores and none of them carry this type of glove. They carry the straps, they carry the hooks, they carry wrist wraps, but not a combination like the one I attached.

 

[scorpiogirl]

SG, have you tried mixed grip, yet? The goal is to get your grip as STRONG as you can without resorting to straps. Straps aren't the devil or anything, but I honestly haven't used any in 10 years. I pulled a 455 deadlift (not outstanding, by any means), but my point is that the grip can keep up with your training. IP pulls 175 without even mixing grips because she hates it. LOL! I'm not trying to compare people; she is just a good example to use.

Been using a mixed grip for about 14 years now along with gloves and straps. I rarely use the straps, but always use the mixed grip & gloves. It's more comfortable for me than a regular grip.

 

[scorpiogirl]

The only thing I am proud of is that I went to the gym instead of drinking/junk food bingeing after such a shitty day.

pullups 6x6

Both of these things are GREAT to hear!!! WTG, Mermaid!

 

[buffalogal]

I think you're doing great mermaid, and you're a huge inspiration to me!

 

[iceprincess]

Originally Posted by mermaid
The only thing I am proud of is that I went to the gym instead of drinking/junk food bingeing after such a shitty day.
pullups 6x6

AWESOME Job Mermaid!! You made the Right/Smart decision!! You are looking Great!!

 

[mermaid]

Tuesday 31 January

Scheduled day off gym

As soon as I got to work, the new site manager cornered me and was in a meeting for two hours.

9.00am
1 serve Caligirl's homemade protein bar

I made a batch last night. OMG, I tell you these are awesome and will be great for me when I need a good macro food while pressed for time at work. Can't wait to make a blueberry batch.

My boss arrived and took me off site for a "moulding" session after my disastrous day yesterday.

1 large cappucino

12.00pm
4oz lean roast beef
6 asparagus spears
1 kiwi fruit

3.00pm
1/2 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup applesauce
1oz almonds

Tonight I am staying near work as I have to be available at 5am tomorrow, on site. Going out for dinner with a colleague and planning on having some Thai food with a couple glasses of wine.

 

[treilin]

So, back to the beginning... whether it's the optimal malto/dextro/hydrolyzed whey blend or gatorade and cheap protein powder or some simple carbs and protein foods, just pick one and enjoy that you are doing something that is better for you than nothing at all. And smile...enjoy the journey.

So now that I have had some time to read through more of the logs I ran across this... I didn't realize you were helping some of the gals out with a new program till now.... Yes I'm a bit late at the game here...
Anyway my question is... What about powerade powder? I have done some research and really haven't turned up much on the difference from taking powerade then gatorade. I know it has some different sugars in each. My trainer says powerade over gatorade because of the sugar difference. What do you think?
As far as what I do Mermaid... I eat the powder! Sounds pretty silly I know but the powerade blue kind tastes just like a pixy stick. I figure if you have to injest that much sugar/carbs you my as well get the full flavor effect rather then mix it into water! So I drink my protein shake and follow it up with eating the powerade powder. Sometimes that does the trick when you really don't want to drink your protein it's kinda like looking forward to dessert! I have also mixed the lemon/lime gatorade with strawberry protein powder (Bally's kind and it sucks), and that tasted pretty good. A couple girls at the gym like that combo.

 

[Roonytunes]

As far as what I do Mermaid... I eat the powder! Sounds pretty silly I know but the powerade blue kind tastes just like a pixy stick. I figure if you have to injest that much sugar/carbs you my as well get the full flavor effect rather then mix it into water! So I drink my protein shake and follow it up with eating the powerade powder. Sometimes that does the trick when you really don't want to drink your protein it's kinda like looking forward to dessert! I have also mixed the lemon/lime gatorade with strawberry protein powder (Bally's kind and it sucks), and that tasted pretty good. A couple girls at the gym like that combo.

That's funny that you mention eating the powder directly, Trelin. I just started with the Gatorade powder yesterday after Nelm's advice and as I was mixing it into my ON whey shake, I couldn't help wondering if I could just eat/drink it separately. Anyway, I am using the lemon/lime gatorade powder and aside from being super sweet, it was fine.

 

[*Bunny*]

This totally reminds me of the lik-a-maid stuff I use to eat as a kid.. or the fun Dip powders ...

 

[treilin]

That's funny that you mention eating the powder directly, Trelin. I just started with the Gatorade powder yesterday after Nelm's advice and as I was mixing it into my ON whey shake, I couldn't help wondering if I could just eat/drink it separately. Anyway, I am using the lemon/lime gatorade powder and aside from being super sweet, it was fine.

Yeah I couldn't handle the protein and powerade together because it tasted wayyyy to sweet I thought I was going to get sick. I just like them seperate. Lately I've been into banana and I like the GNC banana protein powder. So I drink that and follow it up with the powerade. I also have tried the GNC mixed berry protein with the blue powerade and it tasted like grape. By the way I HATE imitation grape taste and I almost hurled. If you like grape then you would like that combo. I have also mixed the blue with vanilla protein again wayyy to sweet. There is a texture issue with me too. I don't know but fruity flavors and the texture of protein and water just kind of make me ill. Maybe if it were milk or more like a icey type of smoothie it would be a better combo.

 

[nelmsjer]

So now that I have had some time to read through more of the logs I ran across this... I didn't realize you were helping some of the gals out with a new program till now.... Yes I'm a bit late at the game here...
Anyway my question is... What about powerade powder? I have done some research and really haven't turned up much on the difference from taking powerade then gatorade. I know it has some different sugars in each. My trainer says powerade over gatorade because of the sugar difference. What do you think?

My biggest issue is with the type of sugar (preferrably dextrose and maltodextrin...but NOT fructose!), the type of protein (preferrably hydrolyzed whey...but NOT casein), and how much of it (I've compromised to a 1.5:1 sugarrotein ratio). So my point is that powerade would be just fine, as long as the ratios are good. I hope that helps, and let me know if you have any questions!

 

[iceprincess]

Hope you enjoyed your Thai and wine last night!! AND I hope that you had an awesome day today!!

 

[mermaid]

Hope you enjoyed your Thai and wine last night!! AND I hope that you had an awesome day today!!

Damn. I enjoyed it at the time but today....

I work across the state line where there is an hour time difference and I live a 45 min drive from work so to get on site for 5am, I was up at 2.30am after having just 5 hours sleep on top of a heavy Thai meal and 3 glasses of wine. I know I seem to say this all the time (and still do it) but cheat meals and alcohol aren't worth it (especially on a school night). I feel like shit.

Had a very upset stomach all day, to the point that I resorted to desperate measures, i.e. a regular coke. I'm not a fan of soda and only use it with belly ache. Plus counting planks of wood before dawn.....ugh.

So I was too tired to work out tonight and too sick to eat much today.

Good thing about last night: my colleague commented on my improving shape, saying he could see some definition under the decreasing layer of fat. Yay!

Back on it tomorrow.

Trying to catch up on all the logs here while watching Prison Break. It's just started here tonight, first two episodes and I'm hooked already. A couple of nice hotties to look at too! Want to watch, read the boards and sleep all at the same time!!

 

[nelmsjer]

Hope you feel better and get some sleep tonight!!!

CONGRATS on the compliment!!!

 

[mermaid]

Hope you feel better and get some sleep tonight!!!

CONGRATS on the compliment!!!

Whew!! And I thought you were going to get the out because I've been bad!

 

[nelmsjer]

Nope. No necessary. Life happens.

Besides, you've proven you learn well. No more of that 5am junk, though...yuck!

 

[Roonytunes]

I know I seem to say this all the time (and still do it) but cheat meals and alcohol aren't worth it (especially on a school night). I feel like shit.

We are two peas in a pod, Mermaid. I was still feeling like crap yesterday three full days later after my open bar fiasco. But I think we are slowly but surely learning

Congrats on the compliment though. That's very nice to hear!! All that hard work at the gym is paying off

 

[iceprincess]

CONGRAT Mermaid on the complement - isn't that a great feeling!! Sometimes we look at oursleves day in and day out and we don't notice the little changes going on with our body, but it is so wonderful to hear others who don't see us everyday compliment us on how we have changed for the better. It is such a "energy boast", so to say, after all of the hard work and effort we put forth in the gym and on our diet!! GOOD JOB!!

 

[treilin]

Damn. I enjoyed it at the time but today....

I work across the state line where there is an hour time difference and I live a 45 min drive from work so to get on site for 5am, I was up at 2.30am after having just 5 hours sleep on top of a heavy Thai meal and 3 glasses of wine. I know I seem to say this all the time (and still do it) but cheat meals and alcohol aren't worth it (especially on a school night). I feel like shit.

Had a very upset stomach all day, to the point that I resorted to desperate measures, i.e. a regular coke. I'm not a fan of soda and only use it with belly ache. Plus counting planks of wood before dawn.....ugh.

So I was too tired to work out tonight and too sick to eat much today.

Good thing about last night: my colleague commented on my improving shape, saying he could see some definition under the decreasing layer of fat. Yay!

Back on it tomorrow.

Trying to catch up on all the logs here while watching Prison Break. It's just started here tonight, first two episodes and I'm hooked already. A couple of nice hotties to look at too! Want to watch, read the boards and sleep all at the same time!!

See your work is already getting you rewards and compliments, there's only up from here

 

[*Bunny*]

Good thing about last night: my colleague commented on my improving shape, saying he could see some definition under the decreasing layer of fat. Yay!

Those are just so motivating and 'feel good' moments aren't they? Great job girl! You are really kicking some ass, I am so happy you are here to log your progress Keep up the awesome work

 

[buffalogal]

Don't have too much more to add, except that you're awesome mermie!!

 

[mermaid]

Girls

Thursday 2 February

Tired this morning

8.00am
1 cup whites, 1 whole egg
2 slices Performax bread

11.30am
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup strawberries

3.00pm
1oz almonds
1/2 homemade protein bar

6.00pm
3 scoop whey w/ water
1 kiwi fruit

7.00pm Gym
Pissed off because even though the gym was not that busy, both the squat rack and smith machine were taken by dickhead guys with skinny legs who rack up the plates but squat about 6 inches then takes up to 5 mins or more between sets. Lost all patience so:

40 mins steady state cardio - treadmill
3mph @ 15% incline

Busy tomorrow night and the AM session has to be cardio on empty stomach. Too many days off between weight sessions. I'm actually liking the gym on weekend afternoons when no one is around and P and I have the place to ourselves.

8.30pm
3 scoop whey w/ water

Struggling with the cals lately:

1222 cals P:50 C:24 F:26 Fiber:21g

 

[*Bunny*]

Girls

7.00pm Gym
Pissed off because even though the gym was not that busy, both the squat rack and smith machine were taken by dickhead guys with skinny legs who rack up the plates but squat about 6 inches then takes up to 5 mins or more between sets. Lost all patience so:

40 mins steady state cardio - treadmill
3mph @ 15% incline

Busy tomorrow night and the AM session has to be cardio on empty stomach. Too many days off between weight sessions. I'm actually liking the gym on weekend afternoons when no one is around and P and I have the place to ourselves.

Mermaid
I noticed that this morning the gym (cardio section anyway) was VERY empty ... just the way I like it. I hope it wasn't a fluke & all the resolutioners gave up already If you're going to make a conscious effort, hey I'm ALL for it, but if you're going to spend an hour on your cardio equipment of choice, then pull into the Krispie Creme & get a dozen, then I have no remorse.

Some guys over in the BB forums have pretty funny gym horror stories commenting on the exact situation above

If you need to get your cardio in, just get it in, empty or not. Sure "optimal time for cardio is AM on empty" ... Unless you are knowingly "overdoing it" (which you are not ) re-scheduled cardio not on empty is better than No cardo at all.

 

[scorpiogirl]

Gym
Pissed off because even though the gym was not that busy, both the squat rack and smith machine were taken by dickhead guys with skinny legs who rack up the plates but squat about 6 inches then takes up to 5 mins or more between sets. Lost all patience so:

40 mins steady state cardio - treadmill
3mph @ 15% incline[/COLOR]

1222 cals P:50 C:24 F:26 Fiber:21g

Geez, I use to really get pissy with people who would wait between sets. Especially if they thought they could walk away from the machine. They learned REAL QUICK if I was around, they had better not walk away, or it was MINE!!!!! Got 'em back a couple of times like that! HA HA Just because I'm a chick doesn't mean your sorry ass is gonna' push me around, Mr.!! LOL

Macros look GREAT, Mermie! Just get your calories up (I'm sure you know ALLLLL about it!)

 

[nelmsjer]

Mermaid, what workout was scheduled for today? Could you have worked on the second exercise pairing while the boneheads were finishing wasting their existence?

Next time, send P in there to regulate.

 

[mermaid]

Friday 3 February

6.15pm Gym
Cardio - HIIT - Treadmill
1min/3min 3mph/8mph 8% incline

8.00am
1 cup cottage cheese
1 kiwi fruit

11.00am
1/2 homemade protein bar

1.00pm
1 cup tuna
1/2 tbsp mayo
1/2 cup asparagus
1/2 avocado

3.30pm
1/2 protein bar

5.30pm
1 Protein Revival shake

8.00pm
4oz lean beef steak
1 cup broccolini

1620cals P:45 C:29 F:26 Fiber:21g Hungry today.

Work sucks.

1st leg day tomorrow, again, going in pm so no idiots around. I just can't do weights in the am. Maltodextrin arrived so looking forward to trying that after weights.

 

[wlmcrae]

Looking good Mermaid!!

 

[mermaid]

Thanks, W

Saturday 4 February

8.00am Gym
30 mins stairmaster - random profile
15 mins treadmill - 5kph @ 5% incline

9.30am
1 cup all bran
1/2 cup FF milk
1 cup whites, 1 yolk

12.30pm
1 cup cottage cheese
1 kiwi
1 tbsp almond butter

Had a nap for a couple of hours

3.00pm
2 slices Performax bread
Marmite spread

5.00pm Gym
BB squats 5x8
Lying pikes 5x8 super'd

Step ups w/ weight 3x12
Situp on swiss 3x12 super'd

Seated Calf raises 3x10

Cardio - 35 mins Treadmill - 5 min intervals
5kph and 8.3kph

6.30pm
3 scoop whey
2 scoop maltodextrin
w/ water

Went to movies (watched Walk The Line - OK I guess) expecting to pick up a Subway or something similar but the food court was closed. So didn't eat until:

12.00pm Not good I know....
1 cup whites, 1 yolk

1252 cals P:44 C:34 F:22 Fiber:24g

 

[mermaid]

Sunday 5 February

9.00am Gym
30 mins stairmaster - random profile
15 mins treadmill - 5kph@5%incline

Extreme carb craving after lower cals yesterday and cardio

10.30am
2 oatmeal protein pancakes
1/3 cup applesauce
1 tbsp almond butter
1 tbsp maple syrup

12.30pm
1 oatmeal blueberry bar (homemade protein recipe)

2.00pm
4oz roast chicken breast
1/2 tbsp jalapeno coriander sauce

3.30pm Gym
DB Incline 5x8
DB Rows 5x8 super'd

Wide lat pulldown 3x10

BB Bench 5x8
BB Row 5x8 super'd

15 mins cardio - bike

4.45pm
3 scoop whey, 2 scoop malto w/ water

And I will have:

7.00pm
4oz lean beef steak
1 cup asparagus
1/2 avocado
Supplements

1409 cals P:41 C:29 F:30 Fiber:14g

Something is definitely happening to my body. It's weird. I've seen no improvement for about a month, then suddenly I wake up and notice fat loss. My arms and legs are defining quite nicely but the torso hasn't moved much - this is always the case with me.

In 6 weeks, I've only lost 2 pounds but lost 4% BF so the measurements say, AND people are noticing so I guess that's good. Clothes fit much better.

So why aren't I happy about it? I know my progress could have been better if I didn't have that bad week in Sydney. Bugger. Hard work eventually pays off, just sucks that it take so long!!!!! No quick remedy.

 

[iceprincess]

Sunday 5 February
Something is definitely happening to my body. It's weird. I've seen no improvement for about a month, then suddenly I wake up and notice fat loss. My arms and legs are defining quite nicely but the torso hasn't moved much - this is always the case with me.

In 6 weeks, I've only lost 2 pounds but lost 4% BF so the measurements say, AND people are noticing so I guess that's good. Clothes fit much better.

So why aren't I happy about it? I know my progress could have been better if I didn't have that bad week in Sydney. Bugger. Hard work eventually pays off, just sucks that it take so long!!!!! No quick remedy.

You're doing GREAT!! Losing 4% body fat is AWESOME!!

Just keep your head up and know that you ARE headed in the right direction. Just like you said yourself, you go weeks without seeing any changes and then all of a sudden you wake up and it is like you body changed over night!!

YES - the hard work DOES payoff!! One step at a time

 

[nelmsjer]

Mermaid, congratulations!!! That is AWESOME! I'm very excited for you.

Are you slowly going up on your workout weights?

 

[mermaid]

Are you slowly going up on your workout weights?

Well, last week I lowered the weights to get accustomed to the new workout and most of them were too light. So this week I upped them to my current strength; i.e. squats 100lb, DB incline 22lb DBs, and I could manage the supers without too much trouble. One problem here is that weights are in kgs, and going from 10kg to 12.5kg DBs (22lb to 27.5lb) - the only option is difficult. Any ideas?

 

[nelmsjer]

Yes, there are a couple of options, depending on what you have available. Based on the research I've been doing ( ), you've got lots of options to choose from. My best recommendation would be to use the microloading techniques discussed in this link: http://www.geocities.com/elitemadcow1/table_of_contents_thread.htm

However, if that won't work, IP and I use adjustable ankle weights. That way, you can increase 1-2 lbs. at a time!

Check your PM.

 

[mermaid]

Monday 6 February

Scheduled day off gym

6.30am
1 cup whites, 1 yolk

9.00am
2 slices Performax bread
Marmite spread

12.00pm
1 cup tuna
1/2 avocado
1 tbsp mayonnaise

3.30pm
1 homemade protein bar

5.00pm
1oz almonds

8.00pm
4oz grilled chicken
8 asparagus spears
Supplements

1248 cals P:43 C:14 F:43 Fibre:19g

 

[Roonytunes]

3.30pm
1 homemade protein bar

Hi Mermaid! I'm wondering if these homemade protein bars can go without refrigeration? I'm thinking of making some to take on my trip that's coming up this weekend. I will have a fridge in my hotel room, but between my home, the airports, the plane ride and the hotel, there is about 7 hours travel time there. Do you just use oats, whey & peanut butter for yours or do you enhance it with nuts, egg whites etc.?

 

[mermaid]

Hi Mermaid! I'm wondering if these homemade protein bars can go without refrigeration? I'm thinking of making some to take on my trip that's coming up this weekend. I will have a fridge in my hotel room, but between my home, the airports, the plane ride and the hotel, there is about 7 hours travel time there. Do you just use oats, whey & peanut butter for yours or do you enhance it with nuts, egg whites etc.?

Hey Roony ,

I've recently started making Caligirl's recipe for bars:

10oz silken tofu
1/2 cup applesauce
2 egg whites
2 tbsp honey
1/2 cup oat flour
1/2 cup oats
4 scoop whey
2tsp vanilla
1 cup blueberries

Make batter (like brownies) pour in a pan and bake for 25 mins. They are awesome! You can sub berries for ANPB.

I keep refridgerated overnight but leave them in a ziploc bag all day by my desk. They keep really well. An absolute saviour during busy times/meetings etc.

I've not made the other type before.....

 

[*Bunny*]

Something is definitely happening to my body. GREAT FEELING

It's weird. I've seen no improvement for about a month, then suddenly I wake up and notice fat loss. My arms and legs are defining quite nicely but the torso hasn't moved much - this is always the case with me.
EVERY'BODY' HAS SOMETHING THAT IS HER OWN AREA WHICH SEEMS TO BE THE "LAST TO GO" IT'LL HAPPEN ...

In 6 weeks, I've only lost 2 pounds but lost 4% BF so the measurements say
ANOTHER TESTAMENT ON HOW THE SCALE CAN BE DECEIVING AT TIMES

AND people are noticing ANOTHER HAPPY MOMENT so I guess that's good. Clothes fit much better.
BEST FEELING IS THAT YOU ARE NOTICING WHEN OFTEN THE WAY YOU SEE YOURSELF IS THE MOST CRITICAL

So why aren't I happy about it? I know my progress could have been better if I didn't have that bad week in Sydney. Bugger. Hard work eventually pays off, just sucks that it take so long!!!!!
EVENTUALLY YOU WILL LEARN TO APPRECIATE THE PROCESS OF TRANSFORMATION, B/C IT IS NOT A STARTING POINT & A FINISHING POINT YOU ARE AIMING FOR, ALTHOUGH AT FIRST IT SEEMS LIKE IT... IT'S THE JOURNEY & MANY DIFFERENT PATHS YOU CAN TAKE THAT MAKE IT ALL WORTH WHILE B/C YOU ARE ACTUALLY LEARNING WHAT YOUR BODY IS CAPABLE OF & WHAT A MAGNIFICENT MACHINE IT CAN BE WHEN TAKEN CARE OF PROPERLY No quick remedy.

 

[iceprincess]

Bunny: "... IT'S THE JOURNEY & MANY DIFFERENT PATHS YOU CAN TAKE THAT MAKE IT ALL WORTH WHILE B/C YOU ARE ACTUALLY LEARNING WHAT YOUR BODY IS CAPABLE OF & WHAT A MAGNIFICENT MACHINE IT CAN BE WHEN TAKEN CARE OF PROPERLY"

WOW Bunny - You nailed it right on the head!! That is awesome. Not sure why that hit me today, but it is such a true statement. THANKS!!

You're doing great mermaid!! Keep that determination and drive and keep pressing forward!! You can do EEETTT!!

 

[mermaid]

Bunns, Thank you, thank you, thank you

IP, Woo hoo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tuesday 7 February

6.30am
1 cup whites, 1 yolk

9.00am
2 slices Performax
Marmite Spread

12.00pm
1 Homemade Protein bar

I have been working like a mad woman, trying to sort out a big problem. I solved it today!!!!!!!!!! So happy. Hopefully I'm off the gang plank for a while. Once I stopped I realised that I really needed to eat.

3.30pm Organic Cafe in town...
Chicken, avocado and vege tortilla w/ a small serve of sour cream
1 cappucino

6.30pm Gym Just felt like running, that doesn't make sense does it, LOL:
40 mins cardio intervals- treadmill
6kph/9kph 3 min intervals

8.00pm
3 scoop whey, 2 scoop malto w/ water
Supplements

No macros as couldn't gauge cafe ingredients.

 

[iceprincess]

I have been working like a mad woman, trying to sort out a big problem. I solved it today!!!!!!!!!! So happy.

YEA - Happy dance!! I am sure that was a huge relief off your shoulders

 

[Roonytunes]

YEA - Happy dance!! I am sure that was a huge relief off your shoulders

^^^^
What she said! Go Mermie Show 'em how it's done....

Btw, the organic cafe sounds yummy!

 

[mermaid]

Thanks, girls

Wednesday 8 February

Let me get the out to save you ladies from doing so....

Decided to eat meal one at work then got sidetracked into a meeting so:

9.00am
1 homemade protein bar

Another meeting (I think my boss is getting worried because I'll be away for 2 weeks)

1.00pm
2 slices Performx bread
1 cup tuna
1/2 avocado

4.00pm
3 bites of a lemon cheesecake



5.00pm Gym
Squats 3x12
Full sit ups 3x12 super'd

Deadlifts 5x8 and heavy

Decline sit ups - hate them

20 mins cardio - treadmill - 6kph @ 6% incline

Had no energy - oh I wonder why

In a grumpy mood too Felt like pigging out so I ransacked the cupboards and this was the worst I could come up with. Thank goodness I don't keep cheat food in the house.

6.30pm
2 whole eggs, poached
1/2 cup vegetarian beans
1 slice Performax bread
3 scoop whey w/ water

1365 cals P:37 C:24 F:39 Fiber:25g

 

[scorpiogirl]

4.00pm
3 bites of a lemon cheesecake

In a grumpy mood too Felt like pigging out so I ransacked the cupboards and this was the worst I could come up with. Thank goodness I don't keep cheat food in the house.

6.30pm
2 whole eggs, poached
1/2 cup vegetarian beans
1 slice Performax bread
3 scoop whey w/ water

1365 cals P:37 C:24 F:39 Fiber:25g

Hey, considering the funk you pulled yourself out of....this is AWESOME!!!! What would the "old" you have done!?!?!?!? Uh huh!!! Pretty cool!!!!

 

[*Bunny*]

Hey, considering the funk you pulled yourself out of....this is AWESOME!!!! What would the "old" you have done!?!?!?!? Uh huh!!! Pretty cool!!!!

LOL that is too funny ... when I left work last night I was all set on getting a big fat pizza or even chinese ... bottle of wine, and some friggin Chocolate cupcakes or SOMETHING .... nothing hidden in cabinets, thank gawd ... so the food fit eventually passed, went to the store and got more veggies, sweet taters, chicken, Salad mix, almonds and WHATEVER ... 3 bites, congrats, I would have eaten 3 CAKES ... lol

 

[iceprincess]

Great Job Mermaid!! Tell P to give you a great big hug from me and pat yourself on the back...you have come a LONG way!!

 

[mermaid]

LOL

Thursday 9 February

The is out again

6.30am
3 scoop whey
2 scoop malto w/water

Work was crazy. I don't think I had my office to myself until 2.30pm. Every one who came in brought me coffee and cake! I drank 2 coffees and had, I swear, only 3 bites of lemon cheesecake again.

Had a late lunch with the new manager:

3.00pm
Chicken, avocado and salsa tortilla w/ 1/2 tbsp sour cream

Worked late then went late night shopping for Christmas presents for my Godchildren to take to the UK. Lots of cuddly koalas and kangaroos.

While in the mall I had:

8.00pm
1 medium baked potato
1 cup beef and bean chilli
1/2 oz grated cheddar
1/2 tbsp sour cream

10.30pm
I'm now exhausted but will have 3 scoop whey and supplements. I'm flying on Saturday (over 25 hours on a plane, ugh) but will still be posting once I am there and have sorted a gym membership.

Totals: Later

 

[buffalogal]

Have a wonderful time mermie! Sounds like you will have a lot of fun and a much-deserved break from work.

 

[treilin]

In a grumpy mood too Felt like pigging out so I ransacked the cupboards and this was the worst I could come up with. Thank goodness I don't keep cheat food in the house.

6.30pm
2 whole eggs, poached
1/2 cup vegetarian beans
1 slice Performax bread
3 scoop whey w/ water

1365 cals P:37 C:24 F:39 Fiber:25g

That's hillarious! It's funny what we think we cheat on now... I ate a can of green beans the other day because that's all I could find.. ha ha
It's so funny beacsue everyone knows better then to come to my house hungry because I have no food accept my food prepackaged. My nephew and sister-n-law were coiming over (mind you he is 3) and he says to my sister-n-law "I'm hungry can we get something to eat?" My sister-n-law said,"We have to go over your Aunt Tracy's house first." He said," Ahhh man she has no food over there for me to eat."
Pretty funny a 3 year old even knows my cupboards...
Anyway good control over not eating more cheesecake that whole thing would have been gone if it were in my face!

 

[mermaid]

Trei, LOL at your nephew.

I was so busy today that when I ate I didn't even take notice of what I was putting in my mouth and afterwards had to think about what food I had. The day has gone so quickly and now I have to go home to pack some more, do more laundry etc etc.

So the next time I log will be on Monday. I will be going to gym with P in the morning before the flight as some HIIT will start the blood flowing before I have to sit down in an uncomfortable seat for 26 hours.

I really need the break from work, I can't wait to see my sister and the babe but I will miss P

Have a great weekend everyone

 

[iceprincess]

Have fun and ENJOY your time off from work Mermaid and BE SAFE!! We will see you on Monday!!

 

[nelmsjer]

Hey, there. Be safe and let us know you got there ok!

 

[Roonytunes]

Bon voyage, Mermaid, and have a wonderful trip! Give your sister and baby our love

 

[mermaid]

It's amazing how this board is such an important part of my life. Here I am at Singapore airport with a couple of hours to spare and instead of shopping (which looks awesome by the way), I would rather catch up on what is going on with the girls at EF. Free internet connection helps, though it is so slow.

Anyway, just checking in, saying hi

Only 15 more hours to go.....

BTW - to P, I know you're still reading

 

[*Bunny*]

It's amazing how this board is such an important part of my life. Here I am at Singapore airport with a couple of hours to spare and instead of shopping (which looks awesome by the way), I would rather catch up on what is going on with the girls at EF. Free internet connection helps, though it is so slow.

Anyway, just checking in, saying hi

Only 15 more hours to go.....

BTW - to P, I know you're still reading

 

[iceprincess]

We miss you mermaid - hope all is well!

 

[treilin]

Trei, LOL at your nephew.

I was so busy today that when I ate I didn't even take notice of what I was putting in my mouth and afterwards had to think about what food I had. The day has gone so quickly and now I have to go home to pack some more, do more laundry etc etc.

So the next time I log will be on Monday. I will be going to gym with P in the morning before the flight as some HIIT will start the blood flowing before I have to sit down in an uncomfortable seat for 26 hours.

I really need the break from work, I can't wait to see my sister and the babe but I will miss P

Have a great weekend everyone

Ahhhh have a great vacation! I get to go to Vegas next month for a weekend, and I'm looking forward to it
Much needed rest time!!!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Sunday 5 February

In 6 weeks, I've only lost 2 pounds but lost 4% BF so the measurements say, AND people are noticing so I guess that's good. Clothes fit much better.

Whoa! Did I miss this?!?!?! Whatever you're doin', Mermaid - DON'T STOP! lol Great job

Hope you have a wonderful time with your sister and the baby!

 

[mermaid]

Arrived safely. It was a long trip but went quite quickly actually. My niece is absolutely gorgeous and I have been doing the night shift to help my sister. I never realised what hard work having a baby actually is - it is incessant and already I am exhausted. I have a new found respect for mothers.

I got my temporary gym membership and I shall be going this evening after visiting relatives. My diet hasn't been the best as I am just not hungry and have to force food down - a reaction to jet lag I guess.

Anyway, I'm logging in my diary and will update when I can. Hope all is well with you ladies!!! I really miss not checking in every day.

 

[buffalogal]

WE MISS YOU!!!

Have a fantastic time and enjoy that beautiful niece of yours. Hope you can get an appetite back soon.

 

[Roonytunes]

Nice to hear from you, Mermaid! We miss you too!!

 

[mermaid]

I am going to the gym, mostly cardio as the weights area is very small and full of meatheads. Just as well as my strength is not up to par - I am extremely sleep deprived. The diet is not the best either; supplementing with protein twice a day but being fed my friends/family who just don't understand what I'm trying to do and as I'm only here a short time, I don't have the heart to offend.

I'm trying not to be so hard on myself - I am after all on "vacation" but the frustration is setting in. What makes it worse is that most of the people I have seen (and for the first time in a couple of years or so) think I have "piled" on the weight but I'm looking "chunky" and "solid" not fat, whatever that means. And then they give me a huge plate of pasta with garlic bread

Still, I'm in love with my niece and hanging out with her and my sister is just the best.

Happy Belated Valentine's Day everyone. I miss you guys!

 

[momsgettinfit]

I am going to the gym, mostly cardio as the weights area is very small and full of meatheads. Just as well as my strength is not up to par - I am extremely sleep deprived. The diet is not the best either; supplementing with protein twice a day but being fed my friends/family who just don't understand what I'm trying to do and as I'm only here a short time, I don't have the heart to offend.

I'm trying not to be so hard on myself - I am after all on "vacation" but the frustration is setting in. What makes it worse is that most of the people I have seen (and for the first time in a couple of years or so) think I have "piled" on the weight but I'm looking "chunky" and "solid" not fat, whatever that means. And then they give me a huge plate of pasta with garlic bread

Still, I'm in love with my niece and hanging out with her and my sister is just the best.

Happy Belated Valentine's Day everyone. I miss you guys!

It's hard to try to get those that don't understand our world to understand what you are doing. Don't sweat it. Your gonna be home soon and back to the drawing board.

My family thinks I'm some kind of freak b/c I lift. They think it's a man thing and no woman needs to be doing that. Then I have had some that think I'm a lezbian b/c I am in there with "all the men" lifting "man weights". Whatever right. Just brush off what they say go on.

 

[Roonytunes]

I'm trying not to be so hard on myself - I am after all on "vacation" but the frustration is setting in. What makes it worse is that most of the people I have seen (and for the first time in a couple of years or so) think I have "piled" on the weight but I'm looking "chunky" and "solid" not fat, whatever that means. And then they give me a huge plate of pasta with garlic bread

Mermie, I definitely understand the frustration but don't be too hard on yourself. My family is very far away and they don't see me often either. So I know exactly what you're going through.

My advice: eat what's possible to stay on course if you can, and if it's not possible, don't let it drive you batty. A week or even two of non clean eating is NOT going to undo all the hard work you have put in thus far. You will just get back on track 100% when you get back home to your regularly scheduled programming and all will be well. For now, just enjoy the limited time with your sister and your niece.

The gist of what I'm saying:
protein powder = $27/5 lbs
gym = $5 guest pass/visit
time with friends and family = priceless!!!!!

 

[buffalogal]

The gist of what I'm saying:
protein powder = $27/5 lbs
gym = $5 guest pass/visit
time with friends and family = priceless!!!!!

My thoughts exactly mermie!! Try to keep on track but enjoy whatever time you have to spend with your friends and family. Most people never will understand our lifestyle and you won't get them to in the short time that you're there. Just think of this as a mini-vacation if you have to, and then work your a$$ off once you get back.

I know it's frustrating hun... We've all been there.