Afgrl's Journal

[Afgrl]

7:30am-1/2c oatmeal 150 cals/3g fat
protein shake (made w/water) 80/0 fat
20oz water

8:30am-1 1/2 hrs cardio treadmill & elliptical (I know this is alot, but for some reason I am addicted to cardio.......it's weird to think that I used to HATE it. I love the rush of endorphins I get afterwards when my blood is pumping and I can feel it throughout my body.) 16oz water

10:15am fresh broccoli florets w/1 tbs vinaigrette....am not sure about the #'s for broccoli but dressing is 90cals/9g fat & 16 oz water

11:15am-16oz water, 4oz can of water-packed tuna 120/0.5g fat mixed w/1 tbs mayo 70/6

12:30pm-1c applesauce 90/0

1:40-2:40pm-(Hubby wanted to go to they gym together.........) 30 minute circut training & 30 min cardio

3:30pm- 1/4c lowfat cottage cheese 45cals/1 1/4g fat; protein shake w/water 80/0.........I need to go get some fresh fruit otherwise I'd be substituting fruit in place of this shake.

6:30pm- 4oz chicken breast 110/3; 1c green beans 40/0; 2tbsp bbq sauce (for dipping chicken in) 60/0; 20 oz water w/a hint of lemon concentrate (for flavor.); 20oz water

I feel GREAT today! I had my husband take some before pictures last night, I'll have to post them, just pretty nervous about it. But I am a determined woman on a mission to get fit!! Any advice/"pointers" or constructive criticism is more than welcome. Thanks & I hope everyone has had a great day, too!

 

[8x271]

wow that's a lot of cardio but i understand the liking cardio part. i would suggest adding more calories in the way of protein. i would add some protein to the 10:15 and 12:30 meals. are you doing any weight training?

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks for the reply 8x271, I will try to get more calories and protein into those two small meals. What do you think of supplementing/alternating protein shakes w/protein bars? I have only been doing circut training, no real weight training yet. But when my husband and I go to the gym together (usually on the weekends) he helps we out w/the weight trng, lets me know what may work for me, etc. He's the one that has helped me get so motivated to do this. But it's kinda hard b/c we are on 2 different diets, so I basically have to make 3 separate dinners a night, LOL. Oh well. Thanks again for your input in my journal, much apprieciated.

 

[playmatesky]

Sweetie, what are your goals? Do you always do extended periods of time with cardio?

 

[scorpiogirl]

Hi and Congrats on the logging! It can be a real eye opener!

Try to eat all your meals if possible - in the form of whole foods rather than processed (protein bars).

What are your stats?

 

[Afgrl]

I posted this in the "new to EF Woman's Board" post but I'll post it here as well.

Hello everybody! I am a newbie, my husband (exidous) has been a member of this website for a while and I thought I'd check it out as well.
Last week I went to have a Body Composition Analysis (BodPod, Bio-Impedence, Skinfold Calipers, & Underwater Weighing) done, so, here are my stats and other info.

Height-5'3"
Weight-136.5lbs
BF%- 29.5%

My goal is to lose 20lbs, and as close to 1/2 of my body fat% as possible. I am willing to do whatever it takes to get there, even if it means more gym time and a really strict diet. Right now I have been going to the gym M-F for 1-1 1/2 hrs a day, cardio (treadmill;45 min & elliptical machine;30min) and I try to squeeze in some time for circut training at least once or twice a week.

My diet has been lacking lately, I try to eat good, but don't really know what kind of diet to get on. I've tried the lo-carb, tried the lo-cal, but just can't seem to stick with it for more than a month b/c I run out of ideas. Today for example: Breakfast 7am-1c cereal with 1/2c vit d milk, protein shake (mixed w 1/2 milk & 1/2 water) & 16oz water; Lunch 1130am-1 can water packed tuna, 1tbs light mayo & 1/2 wheat pita bread, protein shake, & 16oz water; Dinner 630pm-1 small chicken breast, 1c green beans, 1/2c rice, & 8oz juice & 16oz water.

No medical concerns.

That's about it for now.......I hope you all have (had) a great day!

Scorpiogirl & Playmatesky, I hope this answers your questions about my goals and stats. Thanks, and like I've said before ANY questions/comments/constructive criticism or whatever is more than welcome. Since I'm pretty new to this I'm "all ears" to all the info I can get.

Oh, yeah, I almost forgot.... yes I do mostly cardio b/c I figure it's the quickest way to burn fat. I was doing at least 1-2 days circut training, but from the advice I was given to by Sassy69 I will be doing a few extra days of it. I haven't really gotten into weight training too much yet b/c I'd like to lose my bodyfat first.

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks Scorpiogirl for the advice, it's kind of funny that I logged in and read your post to my journal/log right after I ate a protein bar. HA HA. I agree with this being an eye opener b/c not only am I watching what I eat all the time now, but there are other people looking in my journal too, and it makes me work that much harder to get to my goal. I know I need to go get a few groceries, fresh fruit & veggies mainly.

 

[Afgrl]

730am-1/2 c oatmeal 150/3g fat;protein shake (w/water) 80/0 fat; 16oz water

845-915am 30 mintues cardio (had to cut it much shorter than usual, had some errands to run b4 I had to be back home to watch my niece and nephew for a few hours.) 20oz water

1030am-1/2 serving dry roasted almonds 75cals/6.5g fat/2g protein;16oz water

1145am-approz 2oz chicken marsala with 1/2c broccoli & red peppers 180cals/7g fat/20g protein;24oz water

100pm-protein bar 200cals/7g fat/15g protein;16oz water

300pm-1egg & 3tbs egg whites95/4g fat/11g protein

630pm-(dinner at my mother & father "in-laws" house) 1c ham, bean and potato soup, cornbread w/butter to taste; 1/2c fresh fruit "salad", (apples, grapes and bananas) 1/4 of a small brownie........i feel bad.....I don't want to sound rude when they ask us to dinner and then tell them that I'll "pass" when they offer me something. Any suggestions on this? Thnkx & have a great weekend, everyone. Ciao!

 

[8x271]

Thanks for the reply 8x271, I will try to get more calories and protein into those two small meals. What do you think of supplementing/alternating protein shakes w/protein bars? I have only been doing circut training, no real weight training yet. But when my husband and I go to the gym together (usually on the weekends) he helps we out w/the weight trng, lets me know what may work for me, etc. He's the one that has helped me get so motivated to do this. But it's kinda hard b/c we are on 2 different diets, so I basically have to make 3 separate dinners a night, LOL. Oh well. Thanks again for your input in my journal, much apprieciated.

i concur with others, i'd ditch the protein bars in favor of a chicken breast or a protein shake. But hey, you have to start somewhere and the fact that you are here is good. I see a lot of people who try to take on to much with the changes in diet and working out. it overwhelms them and a lot of them fail pretty quick. You are lucky in that you have a husband who goes to the gym with you. Now if you both can get on the same diets that would make it a little easier on you. Just take your time, learn the basics and then go from there. Good luck!!

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks! I am glad do be here. Well, he is trying to gain and I'm trying to lose, so that's why we have totally different diets, ha ha go figure!

930am-1 serving cream of rice (w/1/2 tsp cinnamon & sugar to taste) 170/0/3; protein shake w/water 80/0/20

1130-1c applesauce; 16oz water

100pm-lemon herb chicken piccata w/wildrice and spring vegetables 250/5/15

300pm-protein shake 80/0/20; almonds 150/13/4

700pm (we were invited to a cookout-so this was my cheat meal for the week....and boy do i feel fat now.) 1 bratwurst w/mustard, 1 small servings each of potato salad, baked beans & chili, sliver of pumpkin pie. 8oz water

 

[Afgrl]

Stayed up late last night and actually slept in this morning, which is surprising b/c the kids never let us sleep in, LOL.

1040am-1 serving malt-o-meal w/1tsp sugar; 1 protein shake; 20 oz water

1200pm-almonds; 16oz water

100pm-shrimp marinara 180/1.5/9; 2/3c carrots 35/0/1; 20oz water

400pm-1/2 of an avocado; 16oz water

630pm-4oz turkey breast 130/0.5/21g protein; med baked potato w/tsp margarine and cheese; 1/2c green beans; 20oz water

 

[Afgrl]

I keep looking at those pictures my hubby took for me the other night, and I'm freaking out about them. I am too nervous to post them, totally embarassed just looking at them myself.....ummn......on a good note though the scale is -2 lbs from a week ago, though. I'll just have to keep it up w/the clean dieting and excercise. Hopefully I'll be able to see some progress made soon.

745am-protein shake w/water;1 serving oatmeal

900-950am-30min cardio/20minutes weight trng

1000am-1/2 avocado;small banana;1/2 can Sobe Adrenaline Rush energy drink

1200pm 4oz turkey breast; 1 med potato; 16oz water w/tbs lemon juice

230pm-protein shake; apple; 1tbs natural pb

630pm-homade chicken stir fry with 2/3c carrots 4oz chicken breast & 1/4c brown rice; soy sauce for flavor; 8oz water; 6oz crystal light

 

[scorpiogirl]

I would suggest to you.....drop down on the cardio a bit - no more than a 1/2 hour a day. More than this could result in burning muscle for energy instead of burning fat, and you don't want that. Insert some strength training in the extra time you used for the cardio. If your body has more muscle, it will burn more fat for energy.

Eat 1 gram of protein per 1 lb of body weight every day. I'm finding it difficult to see your ratios in your posts. Can you maybe put them at the end of the day in totals to make them easier to read?

Good luck - you're definitely on the right board!!

 

[Afgrl]

Thank you for the guidance Scorpio, I never thought that cardio could do that. I know there is so much more for me to learn, too.

730am-protein shake 80cals/0fat/20g protein;1serving oatmeal w/cinnamon 150/3/5;
20oz water

NO GYM, was on our way and my daughter got sick in the car. bleh...... Hopefully tomorrow she'll be better.

10am-protein shake 80/0/20; 1/2 can Sobe Adrenaline Rush 70/0/.5; 1egg 3egg whites 95/4/11; 16oz water

12pm-4oz chicken breast 105/7/37; 1 slice ww toast 65/0.75/2; 1 avocado 117/;20oz H2O

230pm-protein shake 80/0/20; 1/4c tomatoes 7.75/.1/.25; 1/2c cucumbers 7.14/.5/0.34; 2tbs italian dressing 80/8/0; 16oz water

630pm-4oz baked catfish filet 150/3.5/13; 1c green beans 40/0/2; 1/4c brown rice 150/1/3

Total Calories (approx)-1,276.89/Fat-50/Protein-96.5

 

[scorpiogirl]

ahhh, thanks, I can read those numbers now

Hope your daughter is feeling better!

 

[Afgrl]

Thank you, she wasn't at 100% yesterday, so I didn't want to take her to the daycare and get everyone else sick. No gym again yesterday.

Yesterday's (10/26) Entry

8am- protein shake; banana; 16oz water

1030am-protein bar; 1/2 can Sobe; 20oz water

12pm-Grilled chicken in garlic herb sauce w/red peppers and yellow & green squash; 16oz water

3pm-apple; 20oz water

700pm-2 small slices pepperoni pizza; 1/2 banana; 24oz water

Total Cals-1,192.85/Fat-30.45/Protein-77.94......I know the pizza wasn't the best of choices, it'll be my "cheat meal" for the week. I am also having a hard time getting enough protein in my diet, should I drink more protein shakes? Does anyone know what other foods are higher in protein besides chicken? Thanks.

 

[Afgrl]

8am-1 serving cream of rice; protein shake;16oz water

9-920am-cardio
920-950am-Pilates
950-1010 weight training
Sit-ups- 3 sets of 20/Push-ups-3 sets of 10/Reverse push-ups-3 sets of 10

1030am-2c salad (w/tomatoes, carrots, 5 olives & 2 tbs italian dressing)

12pm-4oz tuna w/1tbs mayo in 1/2 of a ww pita

 

[Afgrl]

Okay, when I first posted my stats and my goals on here I think I set the bar pretty darn high. I am thinking that I'll lower it a little, b/c I don't want to let myself down if I can't get to that 1st goal I made. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to make it to that level, but if I can AT LEAST drop 15-20lbs and get down to 22-25%bf I'd be ALRIGHT w/that. I had originally posted that I wanted to drop 20lbs and half my body wieght, but I am unsure of what is "the norm" for someone my height 5'3" when it comes to weight and bf%. When I do make it to this goal then I will raise the bar again back to my original goal. I am NOT giving up! BTW does anyone know what the ratio between lbs and bf% is.....?

 

[buffalogal]

Total Cals-1,192.85/Fat-30.45/Protein-77.94......I know the pizza wasn't the best of choices, it'll be my "cheat meal" for the week. I am also having a hard time getting enough protein in my diet, should I drink more protein shakes? Does anyone know what other foods are higher in protein besides chicken? Thanks.

I had that same problem when I started - not getting enough protein.

Once I added tilapia (or any kind of fish), grilled shrimp, ground turkey and/or ground buffalo it's put me over the 40% of my cals from protein. I still have to make an all-out honest effort to cut back on the carbs. Most of my meals now are centered around protein, with just a small side of carbs. That way I know my ratios are close to where I want them to be. If not it would be all carbs, all the time.

 

[scorpiogirl]

Chicken, fish, lean red meat, turkey breast, buffalo, beefalo, horse (someone else had that in her diet - not sure who right now - she's not in the US)....I know there's more, but my brain isn't working right now.

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks, ladies, that's helps alot.

10/28 Entry

745am protein shake; 1 serving oatmeal; 16oz water

9am-20oz water; apple w/1tbs natty pb; 1/2 can SoBe Energy drink

12pm-small bowl chili; 16oz water

200pm- avocado; 20oz water

400pm-3 egg whites

630pm- 3/4c ww pasta; 1/4c sauce w/ ground turkey; 2c salad w/2 tbs balsamic vinaigrette; 24oz water

 

[Afgrl]

Okay, so I have been keeping up w/my normal eating patterns of chicken, oatmeal, egg whites, etc. But lost track of my journal since everyone in our household has been sick the last few days. Between hubby and I having horrible sinus infections and my daughter having fevers and being up all night (getting new teeth) I am exhausted. I've still been doing 30 mintues pilates the last few days, but no cardio happening w/these terrible headaches. Well, I'll keep on drinking lots of fluids and hope I can "kick" this.

11/1/05 Entry

7am-1 serving oatmeal; proteing shake; 16oz water

9am-1 orange; 16oz water

1100am-8oz cranberry juice; 2c salad 1 tbs ranch; 6 mini crabcake sticks

1pm-8oz water; 1 apple; 1 slice "Carb Style" 7 grain toast

330pm-12 bite size tostito corn chips; 2 tbs salsa (craving salty & spicy....)

600pm- 4oz turkey breast; 1/4c broccoli cheese rice; 2c salad w/1 tbs ranch; 6oz sprite;16oz water


11/2/05 Entry

730am- 1 serving oatmeal w/1 tsp splenda; protein shake

900am-1 orange; 20 oz water

1200pm-4oz cranberry juice;16oz water; protein bar

130pm-1/4c shredded pork; 1 slice carb style 7 grain bread; 16oz water
w/splash of lemon concentrate

330- 1oz turkey jerky; 20 oz water

600pm-

 

[scorpiogirl]

Do you log your food in fitday? ....watch the fruit and fruit juices.....LOTS of sugar in those. Reading your log....they're probably around more for the kids.

Try some Chrystal Lite or something "just for you". Write a big MOM'S SPECIAL POTION on it or something!! lol

Hope your feeling better!

 

[Afgrl]

Do you log your food in fitday? ....watch the fruit and fruit juices.....LOTS of sugar in those. Reading your log....they're probably around more for the kids.

Try some Chrystal Lite or something "just for you". Write a big MOM'S SPECIAL POTION on it or something!! lol

Hope your feeling better!

I have logged in in Fitday before, but not in the past few days. I just count the calories/fat/protein off of the packages according to what servings i have I add or subtract from those #'s. I forgot all about Crystal Lite.....yummy I will have to go buy some tomorrow. I guess you could say fruits and juices are my weakpoint, I think the crystal lite might curb that. LOL, I really like the idea of Mom's Special Potion, (the kids will get a "kick" out of it too, I'm sure) thanks!

For some reason I don't have the option to edit my last post so that I can add what I had for dinner last night.......6pm-1 turkey italian sausage link (this was surprisingly good, and it tasted like regular Italian sausage); 1/2c steamed broccoli; 6 mediumn pasta shells, 16oz water

 

[Afgrl]

8am-protein shake; 1 serving oatmeal w/tsp splenda; 16oz water

WORKOUT:
30 minutes pilates! Whoo, feel the burn.

2minutes- squat thrust push-ups
4 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/side plank
6 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/leg lifts
8 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/mountain climbers

one-two punch w/lunge kick- 12 reps
ab crunch w/inner-thigh squeeze-20 reps
curtsy lunge w/front raise-12 reps
pile squat and calf raise w/biceps curl-17 reps
wall squat w/shoulder press-15 reps
single-arm row & reverse kickback w/lunge hold-18 reps
standing side leg/arm raise-15 reps

 

[Afgrl]

I'm still trying to "kick" this sinus infection, I woke up the other day and barely had a voice, and my head felt like it was the size of a watermelon....UG! Oh, well, I'm trying not to let it keep me from my excersice. I'll get over it eventually, just wish it was sooner than later.

8am-protein shake 80/0/20; 1 serving oatmeal w/tsp splenda & cinnamon 150/3/5; 16oz water

WORKOUT:
30 minutes pilates! I have muscles that are sore, that I've never felt before, LOL.

2minutes- squat thrust push-ups
4 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/side plank
6 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/leg lifts
8 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/mountain climbers

one-two punch w/lunge kick- 12 reps
ab crunch w/inner-thigh squeeze-20 reps
curtsy lunge w/front raise-12 reps
pile squat and calf raise w/biceps curl-17 reps
wall squat w/shoulder press-15 reps
single-arm row & reverse kickback w/lunge hold-18 reps
standing side leg/arm raise-15 reps

1015am- 1oz turkey jerky 50/0/10; 16oz water

1130am- 1 serving Homeade Turkey sausage & red bean stew 238/11/29; 20oz water

130pm-protein shake 80/0/20; 20 oz water

300pm-4oz chicken breast 105/3.5/18.5

630pm-4oz chicken stir fry dinner (w/veggies)- 100/.75/7; 1 scoop choc/vanilla swirl FF icecream 100/0/5

I am going to start adding my journal entries for the day in the mornings, the evenings are too crazy w/trying to make dinner, get kids in bed, homework, and I also started school (online courses.) I hope it'll be easier this way, and that way I have my meals and everything for the day preplanned.

TOTALS: 903/17.80/114.5 Wow, my calories were pretty low and surprisingly my protein was up there.

 

[Afgrl]

Scale down another 1.5lbs and 1.5% bf yaaay!
8am-1 serving rice cereal w/1 tsp splenda; protein shake 80/0/20; 16oz water

30minutes pilates
25 push-ups x 3
25 reverse push-ups x 3
25 sit-ups/crunches x 4
one-two punch w/lunge kick- 12 reps
ab crunch w/inner-thigh squeeze-20 reps
curtsy lunge w/front raise-12 reps
pile squat and calf raise w/biceps curl-17 reps
wall squat w/shoulder press-15 reps
single-arm row & reverse kickback w/lunge hold-18 reps
standing side leg/arm raise-15 reps
I also did some other weight training but I forgot what the exercises are called, I'll have to ask my hubby and edit later.

10am-4oz chicken breast 105/3.5/18.5; 1 slice lc 7 grain bread 60/1.5/5; 16oz water

12pm- 4oz catfish filet 150/3.5/13; 1c broccoli 50/1.5/3; protein shake 80/0/20

230pm- 1 serving almonds 150/13/4; 16oz water

630pm- 4oz pork loin 180/12/20g; 1c garden vegetable medley 70/0.5/2; protein shake 80/0/20

TOTALS: 1,005cals/35.5g fat/125.5g protein

It is much easier to make entries in my journal in the AM. Then I can edit if needed at the end of the day, it'll take up less time and I can study and get the things I need to done in the evenings. Yippie!

 

[Afgrl]

8am-1 serving oatmeal; protein shake; 16oz water

1030am-(on the go) Kellog's Special K bar; 16oz water

1200pm-4oz chicken breast; 1 med sweet potato with 1/2 pat of margarine & 1/4 tsp cinnamon; protein shake mixed w/1 tsp natty pb; 16oz water

230pm-1 avocado; 20oz water

25 minutes cardio (eliptical machine)-217 cals burned (at least that's what the machine said......Are personal pedometers better than the one's on the machines? 30 mintues circut/weight training. I feel great!....still not completely over the sinus infection, but maybe keeping my fluid intake up and continuing to work-out will kick it.....36oz water

700pm-1c turkey italian sausage stew; side salad (approx 1c) w/1 tbs fat free/light Italian dressing.............I still need to calculate my totals, I'm going to have do that in the AM, the NyQuill I took a little while ago is kicking in. Ciao my fellow EF members, have a great night!

TOTALS: 932cals/27.625g fat/77.33g protein

 

[indyswife]

I'm new on the board as well, hubby got me started just like you. I'm in the same boat you are when it comes to diet. He wants to gain weight I want to loose weight. It's been hard but we are finally getting the fridge and pantry to where we can both be happy. We have been eating alot of cottage cheese with fruit and yogart. Both have a decent amount of protein in them for the men and low fat for the girls. Great job on the log and weight lose. Hope you feel better soon!

 

[Afgrl]

I'm new on the board as well, hubby got me started just like you. I'm in the same boat you are when it comes to diet. He wants to gain weight I want to loose weight. It's been hard but we are finally getting the fridge and pantry to where we can both be happy. We have been eating alot of cottage cheese with fruit and yogart. Both have a decent amount of protein in them for the men and low fat for the girls. Great job on the log and weight lose. Hope you feel better soon!

Thanks for the encouragement! I am SLOWLY feeling better, i think that cardio yesterday made a difference. We're getting better about the fridge and pantry issue too. Yay! Yummy, yogurt, I love yogurt, now I'll have to go get some. Yesterday I bought some rice cakes, reduced fat wheat thins and "100cal pack" cookie bites (100cals/3g fat & 1 protein) these will be my rewards at the end of every week part of my cheat meal. But even when I have a cheat meal I still try to keep it healthy, NO McDonals, Steak & Shake etc for me. Just the thought of a big fat grease burger makes my stomach churn, ug! I guess that's good and means I'm making some progress, when it comes to that. I just needed to get into a regualr routine, and stick w/it. I think I'm doing alright so far. I figure I want it bad enough and I'm willing to make these sacrifices to get there. I even thought about cutting the 1 cheat meal out completely in hopes that it'd help me get to my goal quicker.

 

[Afgrl]

730am-1 serving oatmeal; protein shake; 16oz water

10am- 1 serving (18 crackers) reduced fat wheat thins; 20oz water

130pm-6oz can light tuna in spring water w/1tbs salad dressing in 1/2 of a ww pita; 1/4c egg whites; protein shake; 16oz water

330pm- 1 serving almonds; 20oz water

630pm- 1c fresh steamed green beans; 1/4c brown rice; 4oz chicken breast w/a dash of lemon pepper for seasoning; protein shake w/1 tbs natty pb; 16oz water

Also, I am going to get back into taking my supps/vitamins etc. Prior to joining EF (haven't taken them in months) I was taking:
Flaxseed oil (1,000mg) 1 tab 3x a day
Omega Complex 1 tab 3x a day and
GNC Multi Mega Minerals 1 tab 2x a day

Does this sound alright? Are there any other things anyone would recommend? I thought about taking vitamin C since this time of the year I am always getting sinus infections b/c of the weather changes and the dang corn fields (lol). Oh and 1 more question, is there any certain brand of protein you all would recommend? Right now I am taking VPX Zero Carb Protein, but it has a bit of a funny aftertaste. I mix it with water, I was mixing 1/2 water 1/2 milk but I was given advice to just mix w/water. Is this b/c of the high cals dairy products contain? Thanks!

 

[scorpiogirl]

I'm not familiar with VPX, but with protein powder it pretty much comes down to whichever one you like the best. I use Isopure (Nature's Best brand) Zero Carb. 25g Protein per scoop, 0 Fat, 0 Carbs, 100 Cal. A few of the girls use Optimum Nutrition brand and seem to like it also. You can go to a few websites and shop/compare protein powders and see which one sounds good to you. There are SOOOO many to choose from. You can also do a search on this site and I'm sure you'll find quite a bit of info. on protein powders. To mix w/all water or all milk or 1/2 & 1/2... I think that's a personal preference.

As far as the supps....a good multi, and good fat source (your flax) are a good start. You can do a search on that also or there might be something up in the stickies too. There are some things that should be taken separate from eachother, but I'm not sure what they are. Someone else would be of better help in that department. The AF store has some supps you might be interested in too.

 

[Afgrl]

Scale and bf% same. Didn't sleep too well last night w/o my NyQuill
I did an at home herbal body wrap last night and felt like a big goon trying to sit around in it b/c I could hardly move. I wanted to get rid of the extra "toxins" left in my body from when I wasn't on a "clean" diet, to help kick start my losses. All together I lost almost 13"....not too shabby. I can tell a slight difference. Now I'll just stick to this diet and excercise and maybe I can eventually get some good results. I also am going to start going to a kickboxing type class and hopefully it'll throw everything into overdrive. I guess that's what happened when I started running after having my baby, I hadn't run in a while and it "shocked" my body so I dropped 15 lbs quick, really quick. I know, that's enough rambling for now, onto my entry for the day.

8am-1 serving oatmeal;protein shake; 16oz water

1030am-(on the go)- Kellog's special K bar; 20oz water

100pm- 1/4c shredded pork w/bbq sauce in 1/2 ww pita bread; protein shake w/1 tbs natty pb; 16oz water

 

[buffalogal]

I did an at home herbal body wrap last night and felt like a big goon trying to sit around in it b/c I could hardly move. I wanted to get rid of the extra "toxins" left in my body from when I wasn't on a "clean" diet, to help kick start my losses. All together I lost almost 13"....not too shabby. I can tell a slight difference. Now I'll just stick to this diet and excercise and maybe I can eventually get some good results. I also am going to start going to a kickboxing type class and hopefully it'll throw everything into overdrive. I guess that's what happened when I started running after having my baby, I hadn't run in a while and it "shocked" my body so I dropped 15 lbs quick, really quick. I know, that's enough rambling for now, onto my entry for the day.

You should definitely notice a jumpstart by adding in kickboxing. I used to go twice a week at my gym, until they cut it to once a month.

Just go easy the first time, or you can very easily burn out on it.

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks for the advice & encouragement, Buffalogal. I am excited about the new class.

Additions to and Totals for 11/12 Entry:

3pm-1 rice cake; 16oz water

630pm- 1/4c stuffing; 1/4c cranberry; 1 slice Sara Lee ww toast; 4oz turkey breast; 20oz water

830pm-protein shake; 16oz water

TOTALS: 1,038.67/26.32/69.78


Weight same, lost another .5% bf so that puts me at 27% WHOO-HOO!!

 

[Afgrl]

11/13 Entry

9am-2 whole wheat pancakes w/2 tbs syrup; 1 egg & 3 egg whites; protein shake; 20oz water

1130am-1 serving wheat thins

Not very hugry this afternoon......130pm-1 serving oatmeal; 16oz water

300pm-protein shake w/1 serving pb

500pm-1 small pkg multigrain sun chips

630pm-4oz roast beef; 1/2c mashed potatoes; 1c soy beans; 8oz water; 1 dove cookie

TOTALS: 1,451.85/47.619g fat/104.54g protein

 

[Afgrl]

11/14 Entry

730am-20oz water

750am- 1 kiwi; 1 serving oatmeal

10am-protein shake; 16 oz water

11am-30 minutes pilates

2minutes- squat thrust push-ups
4 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/side plank
6 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/leg lifts
8 minutes- squat thrust push-ups w/mountain climbers

one-two punch w/lunge kick- 12 reps
ab crunch w/inner-thigh squeeze-20 reps
curtsy lunge w/front raise-12 reps
pile squat and calf raise w/biceps curl-17 reps
wall squat w/shoulder press-15 reps
single-arm row & reverse kickback w/lunge hold-18 reps
standing side leg/arm raise-15 reps

12pm- 4oz turkey breast; 1 slice ww bread; 1/2c broccoli; 16oz water

300pm-protein shake w/2 tbs natty pb

630pm-2/3c spinach tortelini; 1/8c sauce; 1/2c mushrooms; 4oz milk; 16oz water

Okay, new workout time, starting tomorrow AM. Since I always feel rushed to get out of the gym b/c having the daycare watch "our brady bunch" adds up; I think I'll start going before everyone else wakes up in the morning. I'm not really a "wake up at the crack of dawn" kinda girl, but I guess I'm used to it by now having been in the AF for quite sometime. Just have to get back into the routine (of getting up early) and it'll be alright.

 

[scorpiogirl]

Good job on the .5%!!!

 

[Afgrl]

Good job on the .5%!!!

THANK YOU! Being a part of these forums definately helps. You and alot of the other ppl on here are such an inspiration to me. who knows maybe some day I will muster up the courage to post those "before & after" pictures. HA HA

 

[indyswife]

You're doing great! Even if you don't want to post the pics now make sure you take some so you have something to look back at. I regret not taking any. Keep up the good work!

 

[Afgrl]

You're doing great! Even if you don't want to post the pics now make sure you take some so you have something to look back at. I regret not taking any. Keep up the good work!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I will at least keep them for myself like you said, b/c everytime I look at them it just makes me more motivated to do keep on going until I get to my goals. Hopefully I can even surpass my goals, who knows?! Only my time and determination will tell.

 

[Afgrl]

OK, morning workout was really good. 0530am wake up & get ready. 0550 stretches, warm-up. 0600-0630am treadmill, HIIT. 0630-0700am-elliptical (cross training mode.) 5 mintue cooldown. 16oz water

0800am-1 serving rice cereal w/1 tbs raisins; 16oz water

0945am- (at home) 25 push-ups 4x; 25 reverse push-ups 4x; 25 crunches 4x; bicep & tricep exercises w/10 lb weights, 15reps x3

1000am-protein shake; 16oz water

1200pm- 1 serving reduced fat wheat thins; 1 serving tuna; 1 1/2c salad w/2 tbs ff italian dressing; 16oz water

300pm-protein shake, 1 tbs natty pb, 1 slice ww toast; 20oz water

730- So, I thought I'd try something "new"......a VEGGIE burger. I didn't think it'd be too bad, well, nothing against anyone who eats them, but I could hardly choke down the 1 bite I took. More "power" to any vegetarians out there, I think I will stick to TURKEY burgers, though. Oh, btw, my 1 year old cried until I gave her the burger......she ate it..... ALL, at least it didn't go to waste.
So, I had 1 med baked sweet potato and 1 ear corn for dinner. 8oz crystal light. 16oz water. I thought I'd have to make something else to eat in place of that "burger" but I'm stuffed. I know it wasn't the best of dinners, but I can't eat anymore.

TOTALS:

 

[Afgrl]

Well, I didn't think I was going to be able to get up this morning since I didn't sleep too well last night. Terribly bloated, and achey hubby said it could be due to my sodium intake, or water retention, or both. Go figure, sounds dumb but I never thought of the sodium intake, I don't recall that I had much salt, but then again I wasn't paying attention to it other than when I put physically put salt on something for taste. Oh well, one more thing to pay better attention to.

0530am-wake up-get ready etc
warm-ups, stretches-0600-0640am treadmill HIIT and fast paced walk on 6.0 incline.

Ab machine- 20, 40 & 60lbs 15 reps each
Seated row- 40, 60, & 80lbs 15 reps each
Bicep curls- 25, 35 & 45lbs 15 reps each
Shoulder press- 25, 35 & 45lbs 15 reps each
Triceps- 20, 25, 30 15 reps each

I need the figure out what all these machines/exercises are called, I know I probably am being ignorant not knowing, but I just know what muscles they work. 1 more thing to "jot down" on my list of things to pay better attention to. Wow, I am really learning more and more as the days go by. I also noticed that my legs are looking a bit leaner. I also fit a little better now, than I did a month ago in a pair of jeans that I have. Yippie!

 

[scorpiogirl]

I also fit a little better now, than I did a month ago in a pair of jeans that I have.

Good Job!!!

 

[mermaid]

Congrats on your progress so far!

 

[Afgrl]

Ok, so I've been MIA for almost 3 weeks, alot of stuff going on between the holiday, my family coming up here, hubby being sick w/a nasty bug, etc. Needless to say I fell off track for the few days my family was here over the holiday week(end)....but I'm happy to say I didn't overeat or just veg on anything and everything in sight. I still kept limits. They also brought the treadmill with them, so now I REALLY have No excuse, even when I'm stuck at home. I'm taking advantage of nap time and going to get my cardio in. I will still go to the gym 3-4 times a week for weights and maybe a class or two though. Yippie! Stats are the same and it's time for me to get back on track.

 

[mermaid]

Welcome back AF

 

[scorpiogirl]

Stats are the same and it's time for me to get back on track.

Good luck, Afgrl!

 

[*Bunny*]

Ok, so I've been MIA for almost 3 weeks, alot of stuff going on between the holiday, my family coming up here, hubby being sick w/a nasty bug, etc. Needless to say I fell off track for the few days my family was here over the holiday week(end)....but I'm happy to say I didn't overeat or just veg on anything and everything in sight. I still kept limits. They also brought the treadmill with them, so now I REALLY have No excuse, even when I'm stuck at home. I'm taking advantage of nap time and going to get my cardio in. I will still go to the gym 3-4 times a week for weights and maybe a class or two though. Yippie! Stats are the same and it's time for me to get back on track.

WHERE ARE YA?!

 

[iceprincess]

Let's get to work Afgrl!! Enough slacking time, it is now time to get to work!!

 

[Afgrl]

yeah, no kidding thanks for the replies and LOL

Monday
8am-1 serving rice cereal
protein shake
16oz water

1030-protein shake
16oz water

1230pm-1/2 wheat pita
4oz tuna
1/2 tbs light mayo
16oz water

300pm-protein shake
20oz water

700pm-4oz pork loin
1 med baked potato
1/2c broccoli
16oz water

Tuesday
800am-1 serving oatmeal w/1 tsp splenda
16oz water
protein shake

1030am-protein bar
20oz water

100pm-2 slices ww bread w/2 tbs natty pb
4oz vit D milk
20oz water

300pm-1/2c pecans
16oz water

630pm- (our gas line froze and and I had to finish making dinner in the microwave. Bleh, it was mushy. )
2oz spaghetti w/1/2 c sauce
2c salad w/2 tbs ranch
16oz water

TODAY (Wed)

800am-1/2c raisin bran with 1/2c milk
1 scoop protein shake
16oz water

1030am- 1 mini reeses pb cup
20oz water

100pm- 1 turkey italian sausage link & 2 tbs bbq sauce
1/2 med baked potato
7 baby carrots (raw)
16oz water

730pm-4oz chicken breast w/blackend spices
1c green beans
1/4c mac & chz
16oz water

I KNOW I didn't put totals in here, I'll update that in a little while. SO GLAD to be back here, not that I physically went anywhere, just a lot of stuff going on, haven't been keeping up w/journal but still keeping the diet pretty clean.

 

[iceprincess]

Just checking in - So far so good!! Keep it up!!

 

[skittles]

Glad you're back. Good job

 

[Afgrl]

8am-1 serving oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-1 serving (14) baby carrots (raw) yummy!
16oz water

12pm-1 link turkey italian sausage
1 c salad w/2 tbs ff italian dressing
protein shake
16oz water

 

[*Bunny*]

I KNOW I didn't put totals in here, I'll update that in a little while. SO GLAD to be back here, not that I physically went anywhere, just a lot of stuff going on, haven't been keeping up w/journal but still keeping the diet pretty clean.

Know what THAT feels like...'cept the clean diet part, that was a mess... but man was it GOOOOOD ... good thing I had my Sesamax(pure) whatever!

Glad to see ya back

 

[Afgrl]

8am-1 serving oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-1 serving (14) baby carrots (raw) yummy!
16oz water

12pm-1 link turkey italian sausage
1 c salad w/2 tbs ff italian dressing
protein shake
16oz water

330pm-protein shake
1 slice ww bread w/1 tbs pb

approx 700pm
5 chicken strips; approx 6oz chicken
1 small slice cheese bread
1 slice cinnamon bread
12 oz sprite
20oz water

 

[Afgrl]

800am-chocolate protein shake
1 serving oatmeal w/1 tsp each of cinnamon & Splenda
16oz water

1000pm- 4 Jet-puffed marshmallows 100/0/.5
20 oz water

1200pm-4 oz baked catfish
2c salad w/2 tbs balsamic vin dressing
16oz water
protein shake w/2 tbs natty pb

300pm-20oz water
1 slice ww toast w/cinnamon

830pm-1c cooked carrots
1/4c cheeseburger mac
1 med potato
protein shake
20oz water

 

[indyswife]

Hey girl. Good to see you back in action!! I was wondering where you had been. Glad everything is okay!

 

[scorpiogirl]

12 oz sprite

Is this diet or regular?

4 Jet-puffed marshmallows

What is a "jet-puffed" marshmallow?

Sorry, but I'm whip cracking here - for sure!!!

 

[Afgrl]

Is this diet or regular?


What is a "jet-puffed" marshmallow?

Sorry, but I'm whip cracking here - for sure!!!

regular, I ran out of diet......it's just a bigger sized marshmallow.....I know, I know, I cracked the whip on myself for this......I was on the phone w/my best friend, the kids were eating them and I was feeling sad b/c she's moving far away and just freaking ate them. I felt horrible afterwards, and being sad only made it worse. UG! I CAN'T let this stuff get me down.

 

[iceprincess]

regular, I ran out of diet......it's just a bigger sized marshmallow.....I know, I know, I cracked the whip on myself for this......I was on the phone w/my best friend, the kids were eating them and I was feeling sad b/c she's moving far away and just freaking ate them. I felt horrible afterwards, and being sad only made it worse. UG! I CAN'T let this stuff get me down.

I know it can be hard when that support system moves far away...but allow yourself to be sad for a time, and then keep pressing forward! You can do it! And hey if you mess up a little, don't beat yourself up about it...just get right back up and progress forward again - no biggie!! Your doing great...just try and keep your head up!

 

[scorpiogirl]

I was feeling sad b/c she's moving far away and just freaking ate them.

So, sadness is a trigger for you to eat. The next time something upsets you, don't reach for food, reach for something else. Clean the bathtub, vacuum the floor.....something. Because it's identified, you can control it. If you don't already know, try to figure out all that trigger your impulses to eat so that you can control them instead of giving in to them.

 

[Afgrl]

Thank you so much for the positive reinforcement iceprincess & scorpiogirl. It really helps to know that I'm not the only one that has these types of issues. I'll keep my head up, I know it'll be ok.I am going to have to keep telling myself I am strong willed and NOT going to let this "blur my visions" of seeing and meeting my goals. I am not usually the type of person to eat when I'm sad, but I guess this time it was different. Ok, well now I know that I need to channel that feeling of sadness into doing something positive and worthwhile, heck we have 4 kids, so the house could always be vacuumed once more, LOL. Thanks again!!

 

[Afgrl]

930-am 1 waffle w/2 tbs light syrup
protein shake
20oz water

130pm-grilled chicken club sandwich w/lettuce & tomato
8oz water

300pm-4oz cherry icee
4oz water

700pm-2 slices extra thin crust pep pizza
8 oz Light Apple juice 50%less sugar(13g sugars)
16oz water

Well today was my cheat day I guess. Pffffftt! Crackin' the whip tomorrow and I have to get my protein and water intakes higher, too. Hope you all had a great day and have an even better tomorrow!!

 

[Afgrl]

Meal 1-1 ww panckae 1 tbs light syrup
2 eggs
2 pork sausage links
4oz milk
16oz water

Meal 2-protein shake
16oz water

Meal 3-1c Healty Choice Chicken Noodle Soup 110/2/8
20oz water

Meal 4-1 slice ww toast
20oz water

Meal 5-1 homeade chicken quesadilla
1/4c homeade spanish rice
8oz light tangerine-orange drink (this stuff was surprisingly good, 15cals/0fat/2g sugars and 0 protein)
Smartones Cchip cookie dough sundae 170cals/3g fat/3g protein
20oz water

 

[Afgrl]

800am-1 serving oatmeal with 1/4c strawberries
20oz water

1030am-protein shake w/2 tbs nat pb
16oz water

1230pm-1/2 weat pita filled w/lettuce, tomato,cheese & turkey, 1tbs ranch
8oz Light orange tangerine drink
16oz water

330pm-protein shake
20oz water

Late dinner. 800pm- 1/4c broccoli chz rice
4oz chicken breast
16oz water
1c mixed vegetables (potato, snow peas, red bell peppers)

 

[mermaid]

How are you feeling now? Things going better?

 

[Afgrl]

How are you feeling now? Things going better?

hi! I am feeling better, thank you.... It's so nice to have such a wonderful support system here on EF. Now, I just to make some friends here, at home. LOL I hope you're doing well, too.

 

[Afgrl]

545am-GYM
HIIT cardio on treadmill-30 minutes total

15 minutes circut trng mostly worked on arms/shoulders/back today.

700am-1 slice ww toast
2 scrambled eggs (a pinch of salt & pepper to taste)
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-2c light popcorn
16oz water

100pm-2c salad (1 1/4c lettuce, 1/4c tomato, 1/4c celery, 1/4c grilled chicken) 2 tbs ff Italian
16oz water

 

[iceprincess]

1030am-2c light popcorn
16oz water

Where is the protein??

Other then that - you are doing well! Keep up the GOOD work!

 

[Afgrl]

545am-GYM
HIIT cardio on treadmill-30 minutes total

15 minutes circut trng mostly worked on arms/shoulders/back today.

700am-1 slice ww toast
2 scrambled eggs (a pinch of salt & pepper to taste)
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-2c light popcorn
16oz water

100pm-2c salad (1 1/4c lettuce, 1/4c tomato, 1/4c celery, 1/4c grilled chicken) 2 tbs ff Italian
16oz water

330pm-protein shake
20oz water

700pm-1 small serving lasagna
1c green beans
20oz water

Felt pretty good today!

 

[Afgrl]

Where is the protein??

Other then that - you are doing well! Keep up the GOOD work!

I know. If I don't have 3 with every main meal then I am trying to get them in w/my "snacks" (meaning meals 2 & 4). I treid a new kind of protein yesterday, it was pretty good. Body fortress-110cals/2.5g fat/1g suagrs/20g protein.........Thank you for reading along in my journal entries. It helps keep me motivated to get me to my goal.

 

[iceprincess]

I know. If I don't have 3 with every main meal then I am trying to get them in w/my "snacks" (meaning meals 2 & 4). I treid a new kind of protein yesterday, it was pretty good. Body fortress-110cals/2.5g fat/1g suagrs/20g protein.........Thank you for reading along in my journal entries. It helps keep me motivated to get me to my goal.

You are so welcome!! I love keeping up with other journals...it keeps me motivated as well!!

I am sure someone has mentioned it before, so forgive me if this is redundant, but have you have tried inputting your food log into fitday.com? I think that it is a great "FREE" program that helps you know where your calories are coming from, AND it helps hold you accountable. Fitday doesn't lie...it tells you how it is!! Just a thought - looking good girl and keep it up!

 

[Afgrl]

730am-1 serving oatmeal (plain)
20oz water
protein shake

30min pilates
16oz water
30 min-arms workout (biceps, triceps, delts) I'm picking up on some of the technical terms from my hubby. We had a nice conversation last night, about working out, the gym, and how ppl may perceive you/me (or any person in general whom goes to the gym and works out like a fiend). Good times!

1030am-protein shake
16oz water

1230-1/4c turkey breast, 1/4c lettuce & 1/4c tomato
1/2 ww pita bread
1 tbs light ranch
16 oz water

330-zone perfect bar (i know, processed) I've been wanting to make my own, I'll have to check out the recipes thread.
16oz water

630-1/4c corn
1/4c bacon cheeseburger noodles
1/2c potatoes, broccoli & cheese mix
protein shake
16oz water

My starches/carbs were higher today, I'll have to keep a better eye on this. Other than that felt pretty good again today.

Okay, I took everyone's advice and started logging my stuff into fitday again..... Total calories-760 Fat-19% Carbs-34% Protein-47%......does this sound alright? Any new suggestions welcome. I think carbs need to be a little lower and calories up, but I'm still learning, so please let me know if I'm wrong. Thanks and I hope you all have a GRRRRREAT day!

 

[iceprincess]

YEA!!...you started with Fitday.

Here are just a few suggestions that you might want to think about:

1) If you are trying to lose weight, make sure that you are getting anywhere between 10-12x your body weight in calories. Currently, your calories are WAY too low!
2) Carbs look ok but with the increase in calories, try and bring up your protein and fat intake. Also, have you been eating this low in calories for a long time, or was this just a low day?

Hope this helps as a starting point!

 

[Afgrl]

YEA!!...you started with Fitday.

Here are just a few suggestions that you might want to think about:

1) If you are trying to lose weight, make sure that you are getting anywhere between 10-12x your body weight in calories. Currently, your calories are WAY too low!
2) Carbs look ok but with the increase in calories, try and bring up your protein and fat intake. Also, have you been eating this low in calories for a long time, or was this just a low day?

Hope this helps as a starting point!

This is just a low day, I usually try to get in between 1,200-1,400 cals a day. Up fat and protein intakes, got it! Thanks again.

 

[Afgrl]

8am-oatmeal w/1tsp cinnamon
protein shake
20oz water

1030am-oatmeal w/1 tbs raisins
16oz water

130pm- 3 tbs egg white & 1 whole egg
1 slice ww bread
protein shake
16oz water

330pm-2 tbs natty pb
1/2c cottage chz
16oz water
I couldn't swallow the pb w/out milk...so add 1c skim milk to this meal

630pm-3oz skinless/boneless salmon-
1c green beans
protein shake
1 slice bruschetta bread
16oz water

Totals:Cals-1,426 Fat-26% Carbs-17% Protein 57%

 

[Afgrl]

800am-oatmeal w/1 tsp cinnamon/splenda mix
protein shake
16oz water

Today is hubby's office Christmas party, so I'll be busy helping get the things and set up for this, so the times and things I eat today may be a little off, but hopefully not too much.

1200pm-1 fried chicken breast (took skin off)
1 of each (from a relish tray) cauliflower & broccoil florets, 1 small slice cucumber, 1 baby carrot, 1 cherry tomato, 1 tbs some sort of artichoke dip
1 tbs each of cole slaw, potato salad & macaroni salad.
2 mini meatballs
2 drinks of (aprrox 2 oz) pepsi one
2 cookies

330pm-protein bar (on the go)
32oz water

1 slice chese pizza
3c salad 3tbs light ranch
16oz water
protein shake

 

[Afgrl]

For those of you that read my journal......I'm just letting you know I'm not going MIA, but I will be out of town w/out access to a computer for the next 2 days. I'll write everything down on paper and post the stats, etc in here when I get back. Have a great weekend everyone!

 

[mermaid]

Happy Holidays! Good to see you sticking with the journal

 

[iceprincess]

Have a safe trip and we will look forward to hearing from you when you get back!! I am so happy to hear that you will be keeping up with your journal, even while you are out of town...that is awesome! Keep up the good work!

 

[Afgrl]

Have a safe trip and we will look forward to hearing from you when you get back!! I am so happy to hear that you will be keeping up with your journal, even while you are out of town...that is awesome! Keep up the good work!

Okay, well I am back, sort-of.......I'll bet you're wondering what I mean. Well, I a,m back home, but when I got back and was going to log in my computer it wouldn't turn on. It still wont!! I'm using my husbands' computer right now. Grrrrrr. So, my hubby had to order a part for it and w/the holiday rush going on who knows when it will get here. I HAVE been keeping my journals on paper, and will transfer it soon, but right now I have to get things ready for the day. Kids up & ready to go to school & things ready for our trip to Chicago for the day, yippie!! I've never been and am so excited......hope everyone has a great day, too!!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Okay, I took everyone's advice and started logging my stuff into fitday again.....

Absolutely WONDERFUL!!!!! Good goin', Girlie!!!

Totals:Cals-1,426 Fat-26% Carbs-17% Protein 57%

This too!! WTG!

 

[Afgrl]

Thanks for the wonderful comments, ladies! They're much apprieciated.

Okay, I've got my notebook in fron of me and it's time to catch up on the days I haven't logged in yet...........

Saturday, 17 Dec
8am oatmeal
protein shake
16 oz water

1030am
protein shake
1 serving carrots
16oz water

100pm
chicken breast
protein bar
16oz water

600pm
1 c rice
1c chili
8oz tea
16oz water

1200am-(up late chatting w/my friend that I was visiting)
1/2 serving froot loops with 1/2c skim milk
16oz water

Totals-1,304cals; Fat-18%; Carbs-41%; Protein-41%

Sunday, 18 Dec

8am-protein shake

1030am-ham egg mcmuffin
1/2 hashbrown
16oz water

100pm chicken breast
1c green beans
1/2 potatoes
16oz water
8oz tea

300pm
protein shake

700pm
breaded chicken breast strips
bread stick
1/2c mixed veggies
protein shake

TOTALS-1,073cals; Fat-20%; Carbs-32%; Protein-48%

 

[Afgrl]

Monday, 19 Dec
8am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

11am-cinnamon bisquit
16oz water

1230pm-6oz chicken breast
16oz water

200pm- 1/2 avocado
8oz water

700pm-1c spaghetti
1/4c sauce
1c salad w/2 tbs light ranch
1 slice toast
8oz diet coke

730pm-1/2c sherbert in small waffle bowl

TOTALS- 1,398cals; Fat-27%; Carbs-48%; Protein-25%

Tuesday, 20 Dec
8am-protein shake
oatmeal w/cinnamon & splenda
16oz water

1030am-cinnamon bisquit
1/2 avocado

1200pm-chicken breast
1/2c potato salad
protein shake
16oz water

330pm-2 bolied eggs (only ate the whites)
16oz water

630pm-1/2c 98%lean hamburger meat
1/4c each lettuce & tomato
2 tbs salsa
1 serving corn chips
16oz water

TOTALS- 1,349 Cals; Fat-35%; Carbs-28%; Protein-37%

 

[Afgrl]

Wed, 21 Dec

800am-protein shake
oatmeal
16oz water

1000am-1 pork sausage patty
1/2 bisquit
4 french toast sticks
1 tbs syrup
1/2 pint 1% milk

100pm-sandwich
turkey, lettuce, tomato on wheat
pickle
1/2 slice cheese cake
16oz tea w/1 tbs splenda
8oz water

600pm-6pcs spinach & cheese tortelinni
4 mini-thin slices of italian bread w/parmesan & olive oil dipping sauce
2 glasses Reisling
1 "scooby doo" drink
16oz water

TOTALS:

Thursday, 22 Dec
800am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-protein shake
16oz water

1230pm-natty pb sandwich on 2 slices ww bread
1 serving cheetos
16oz water

330pm-protein shake
32oz water
1/2 banana

700pm-1c cubed chicken breast
1/2c italian noodle side dish
1c mixed veggies
8oz diet coke

1030pm-Theraflu Severe Cold drink w/8oz water (eeew!) I think I am getting another cold, didn't sleep well at all the last 2 nights.

 

[scorpiogirl]

Totals for Wed & Thurs?????????

 

[Afgrl]

Wed, 21 Dec

800am-protein shake
oatmeal
16oz water

1000am-1 pork sausage patty
1/2 bisquit
4 french toast sticks
1 tbs syrup
1/2 pint 1% milk

100pm-sandwich
turkey, lettuce, tomato on wheat
pickle
1/2 slice cheese cake
16oz tea w/1 tbs splenda
8oz water

600pm-6pcs spinach & cheese tortelinni
4 mini-thin slices of italian bread w/parmesan & olive oil dipping sauce
2 glasses Reisling
1 "scooby doo" drink
16oz water

TOTALS: WHOA!! 1,970 cals; 28%fat; 45%carbs; 16% protein

Thursday, 22 Dec
800am-oatmeal
protein shake
16oz water

1030am-protein shake
16oz water

1230pm-natty pb sandwich on 2 slices ww bread
1 serving cheetos
16oz water

330pm-protein shake
32oz water
1/2 banana

700pm-1c cubed chicken breast
1/2c italian noodle side dish
1c mixed veggies
8oz diet coke



1030pm-Theraflu Severe Cold drink w/8oz water (eeew!) I think I am getting another cold, didn't sleep well at all the last 2 nights.

TOTALS: 1,218CALS; 21%fat; 35% carbs; 44% protein

 

[Afgrl]

Alright, so I've been under the weather for quite sometime now, haven't been sleeping well AT ALL and haven't had too much of an appetite either. My husband bought some new protein shake/meal replacement stuff and it's pretty darn good. I took a few vitamin C tablets and have been drinking sooo much water.

9am-32oz water
protein shake
1 egg

 

[scorpiogirl]

Have you checked your bf or weight lately? Just curious on how the clothes are fitting, etc......

 

[Afgrl]

Alright, so I've been under the weather for quite sometime now, haven't been sleeping well AT ALL and haven't had too much of an appetite either. My husband bought some new protein shake/meal replacement stuff and it's pretty darn good. I took a few vitamin C tablets and have been drinking sooo much water.

9am-32oz water
protein shake
1 egg

1030-32oz water
1/2 med banana

1200pm-16oz water
6oz boneless skinless chicken breast
small side salad w/2 tbs balsamic vin

330pm-protein shake
6oz lowfat yogurt

700pm-hot wings (baked)
2 tbs light ranch for dipping
2 small breadsticks
protein shake
8oz crystal light

TOTALS:1,132 calories; Fat 37g (30%); Carbs 63g (21%); Protein 134g (49%)

31 Dec

1030am-1 ww pancake w/2 tbs sugar free syrup
1 egg
32oz water
2 sausage links (pork)

300pm-double scoop protein shake
16oz water

700pm-small hamburger patty on reg bun
mustard, 1 slice cheese
side salad
10 tater tots
protein shake
16oz water

1100pm-1230am (Jan 1st, 2006!)
2c popcorn
1/4c pecans
Had to have some bubbly......2 glasses champagne and 2 mimosas (made half & half w/light orange)

TOTALS for 31Dec INCLUDING the popcorn peanuts and champagne consumed between the hours of 1100pm & 1230am Jan 1st: couldn't find champagne in fit day so the numbers will be off a little since I've substituted wine in fit day for this: 1,777calories; Fat 69g (35%); Carbs 132g (28%); Protein 113g (26%)

1000am-protein shake
1 serving oatmeal
16oz water

100pm-4 oz brisket (dad sent this to us, yummy) on 2 slices ww bread
1 tbs bbq sauce
16oz water

330-protein shake
32oz water

700pm-protein shake
32oz water
6oz chicken breast
1/8c garlic olive oil noodles
16oz water
8oz crystal light

TOTALS: 1,038calories; Fat 22g (20%); Carbs 54g (19%); Protein 151g (61%)

 

[Afgrl]

Have you checked your bf or weight lately? Just curious on how the clothes are fitting, etc......

Hi! I checked the scale and bf% (my scale has the bf% measurement too)......Last time I'd posted the stats I was at 135.0 & 28%; TODAY'S reading is 133lbs & 28%........yea I lost 2 lbs clothes are a tad bit looser in the waist and thigh areas, too. Whoo-hoo!

 

[Afgrl]

Jan 2nd

1030am-double scoop protein shake
16oz water

GYM- 30minutes on Elipical machine; Cross-training level #3; 5 minute cooldown
15 minutes walk on treadmill @ 4.0; 5 minute cooldown
Arm day 20, 30, & 40 lbs 12 reps 3x of each machine
16.9 oz water

I don't think the heart rate monitor on the treadmill was working correctly.....I think I'll try to save up some money and buy one of the monitors for myself. I've seen some really nice ones that are like watches.

100pm 2c salad mix w/1 cheese stick cut up and added to it......carb well ranch
protein shake
16oz water

300pm-protein shake
16oz water

700pm-1/3c homade spanish rice
1 homeade quesadilla w/tomatoes & peppers
8oz crystal light
32oz water

TOTALS: 1,067calories; Fat 21g (18%); Carbs 52g (18%); Protein 165g (64%)

 

[Afgrl]

Jan 3rd

545am-HIIT cardio (2 min run @ 6.0 & 30 second fast paced walk at 4.0) did this for 20 minutes........10 minutes walk on treadmill @ 4.0 & 10.0 incline

730am-EAS protein shake (yum!)
16oz water
1 serving oatmeal with 1/2 med banana slices in it

 

[scorpiogirl]

Hi! I checked the scale and bf% (my scale has the bf% measurement too)......Last time I'd posted the stats I was at 135.0 & 28%; TODAY'S reading is 133lbs & 28%........yea I lost 2 lbs clothes are a tad bit looser in the waist and thigh areas, too. Whoo-hoo!

The scales with the bf% aren't all that accurate. Definitely see if you can get it checked by an outside source, or maybe order some callipers. If your clothes are fitting loose - that's a good sign, but just make sure you're getting all your protein in or you could be losing muscle. Since you're not breaking down grams on your log, I can't tell if your eating 133g of protein a day or not.

 

[Afgrl]

The scales with the bf% aren't all that accurate. Definitely see if you can get it checked by an outside source, or maybe order some callipers. If your clothes are fitting loose - that's a good sign, but just make sure you're getting all your protein in or you could be losing muscle. Since you're not breaking down grams on your log, I can't tell if your eating 133g of protein a day or not.

I've been looking into buying some callipers, since it would be cheaper than going on campus to use the Bod Pod. I have also taken your advice and added the grams into my totals for the day with the percentages in parenthesis. Hope this helps you to better understand my diet. Thanks so much for the advice and for reading my journal. I enjoy reading everyone elses' journals in the EF boards as well.

 

[scorpiogirl]

I've been looking into buying some callipers, since it would be cheaper than going on campus to use the Bod Pod. I have also taken your advice and added the grams into my totals for the day with the percentages in parenthesis. Hope this helps you to better understand my diet. Thanks so much for the advice and for reading my journal. I enjoy reading everyone elses' journals in the EF boards as well.

Thanks for adding the grams!! lol As far as the callipers go...when I use to have my bf checked at the gym, I would have them do the callipers and the bf machine you stand on and hold the handles. My fiance would do this too. The callipers ALWAYS seemed more accurate - for both of us. The machine would have me at 20%, while the callipers would give a lower bf%.

I love reading everyone's journals too. Lots of motivation!

 

[buffalogal]

I love reading everyone's journals too. Lots of motivation!

ditto...

 

[Afgrl]

Jan 3rd

545am-HIIT cardio (2 min run @ 6.0 & 30 second fast paced walk at 4.0) did this for 20 minutes........10 minutes walk on treadmill @ 4.0 & 10.0 incline

730am-EAS protein shake (yum!)
16oz water
1 serving oatmeal with 1/2 med banana slices in it

1030am- 8oz ff plain yogurt

1230pm-1 healthy choice vegetable french bread pizza
1/2c cottage cheese
protein shake

330pm-2 tbs nat pb
1 slice ww toast

700pm-1c ww pasta
1/2c sauce
2 slices garlic toast
2c salad mix w/2 tbs balsamic vin
8oz crystal light
16oz water

TOTALS- 1,437cals; Fat 40g (26%); Carbs 156g (40%); Protein 117g (34%)

 

[Roonytunes]

The scales with the bf% aren't all that accurate. Definitely see if you can get it checked by an outside source, or maybe order some callipers.

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.