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Thanks MsBeverlyHills! Unfortunately I am lactose-intolerant and can't drink lactose-free milk so it's either soymilk or water. I'm not sure what a good whey protein source is other than protein powders (I can only tolerate small amounts of cottage cheese & yogurt), which is why I am having 1-2...

SF pudding is a really good idea, I am going to try this. I stock up on extracts and add a few drops to oatmeal & protein shakes. Vanilla, Almond, Chocolate, Coconut, Raspberry, Maple, Banana, etc.

Thanks! I'll do as you suggest and make Wednesday a rest day for a couple of weeks. My abs are sore for about a day - they seem to recover the fastest. Any ideas on how I can make my ab workouts a little tougher? Should I do more sets, higher reps, other exercises?

Here's a sample of what I've generally been eating on my lifting days, and plan to stick with. I have a little less protein on non-lifting days. I've modified this to include the new supplement schedule/plan. It's pretty structured but is necessary with my work schedule - I have to set reminders...

Ha! I just came out of lurkdom as well - your post sounds very similar to mine! I am also on a 12 week program, so it's nice to know there is someone else starting out with me. You sound like you know what you're doing and your plan looks great! I'm envious of your "real gym". Congrats on...

Training I have a gym in my building with a multi-use cable machine, a full set of dumbbells, bench & cardio equipment. This is about all that I have to work with. I haven’t been successful with gym memberships in the past because of the time commitment & my hectic work schedule, but I’ll join...

Diet This is hard for me. I think I have the ratios and foods down, but I have a terrible relationship with food. I’m assuming my calories are too low for my training schedule, but the thought of going over this range freaks me out. However, I don't feel hungry or deprived AT ALL and have been...

Hi everyone! I’m a new poster on the boards, but have been a lurker on EF off and on for a few years. I feel humble posting here because so many of you are insanely fit and very knowledgeable about training and supplementation, but I hope to join in on the discussions and share my personal...