BuffaloGal's Log

[buffalogal]

Hi all. Wasn't sure if I wanted to do this but decided I needed to be accountable to someone, and I always seem to let myself down. Was inspired by Jens amazing transformation and thought I would give it a try myself.

My stats:

5'6"
145 lbs
Body Fat: 24% overall as of May - most of it carried in my hips/thighs

I have uploaded pics to my gallery but have no idea how to attach them here. That might be a good thing, though. The pics are from last May and will take newer ones as soon as I can get another digital camera. I am currently going through a divorce and that is one thing I'm lacking.

My goals are to drop body fat to between 15-18%: something manageable that I can live with. My problem is nutrition. I love food and cannot seem to keep my eating under control for more than a few days. This will hopefully give me the incentive I need to do just that. I use fitday off and on but then get lazy. I've tried to eat clean the last several days. However, I realized that I eat way too many carbs and am trying to cut back. I will begin logging my food tomorrow and would appreciate any and all suggestions.

As far as training goes, I faithfully go to the gym 4-5 days a week. I've changed up my routine slightly, but typically do a body part a day. I followed Shadow's project to the end and got many, many compliments on my physique at the gym. Now I've tried to devise one on my own to get over this plateau I seem to have hit. Briefly, my typical week currently looks like this:

Day One: Legs
Leg Press
Lunges
Leg Ext.
Deadlifts
Inner and Outer Abductors
Butt Blaster
Calf Press

Day Two: Back/Shoulders
Lat Pulldown
One-arm DB Row
Seated Row
Stiff-arm Pulldown
Underhand DB Press
Lat Raise
Upright Row
Bent over Lat Raise

Day Three: Chest
Flat and/or Incline DB Press
Flat and/or Incline DB Flye
Cable Crossover
Machine Press

Day Four: Biceps/Triceps
Incline Curl
Hammer Curls
Preachers
Single-arm cables (not sure what these are called)
Seated Dips
Pressdown
Kickbacks

Day Five: Shoulders
Overhead DB Press
Single Lat Raise
Front Raise
Bent Over Lat Raise

Like I said, I'm trying to mix things up a little. I'm trying something new by working my shoulders twice a week as they are my weakest part. After this first week it feels as though they're revolting on me so I must have done something right. I also try to get in HIIT cardio 3 times a week, along with walking the puppies every day. I also incorporate ab training 2-3 days a week.

One thing of note: I work rotating shifts and thus my eating and exercise habits and times change from week to week. Makes it extremely tough to plan meals far in advance, especially on midnight shifts when I sleep away a good part of the day. But, for now I'm going to try to be faithful in logging and whipping my big butt into shape.

 

[mermaid]

You're at the right place. I've been logging for two weeks now nd it's changing my life. This board and the ladies who post are just awesome.

Good Luck BuffaloGal

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Sep. 25:

1/2 cup oatmeal flavored with splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
2 T-Rex

Must get to the store. Through everything out due to being on vacation for a week and a nasty bug infestation that ruined most of my food!!

Am taking a day off from training as I've been pushing myself all week long. Will start it hard again tomorrow.

Thanks for the good wishes Mermaid. Sounds like we both had the same epiphany, mine being my impending divorce.

 

[skittles]

Hello BuffaloGal

Welcome to EF - or to logging since you have been reading for awhile.

Sounds like your on the right track - Nice job!

I checked out your pictures - you have a very nice base

I can try to upload them into your journal if you want me too.

Good luck & I look forward to reading your journal

 

[buffalogal]

I checked out your pictures - you have a very nice base
I can try to upload them into your journal if you want me too.

Thanks Skittles. That'd be great if you could. I'm not the most computer savvy person in the world. One day, I'll figure it out.

 

[buffalogal]

Meal 1: 8:30 AM

2 T-Rex
Multi-vitamin
Potassium supp
1/2 C Oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
17 oz water

11:45 am: 1 Glucorell

Meal 2: 12:10 pm

6.5 oz baked tilapia w/ 1 T olive oil
1 C couscous
1 C baby spinach
1C romaine lettuce
1/4 C shredded carrots
2T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

 

[skittles]

There ya go hun

 

[skittles]

I can't figure out how to make them bigger! Sorry

 

[buffalogal]

Thanks for the help Skittles - maybe it's better if they stay small for now.

 

[jenscats5]

Hi all. Wasn't sure if I wanted to do this but decided I needed to be accountable to someone, and I always seem to let myself down. Was inspired by Jens amazing transformation and thought I would give it a try myself.

.

Well, dang...........that just made my day!!

Good luck to you hun!! We're here for ya!

 

[buffalogal]

Meal 1: 8:30 AM

2 T-Rex
Multi-vitamin
Potassium supp
1/2 C Oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
17 oz water

11:45 am: 1 Glucorell

Meal 2: 12:10 pm

6.5 oz baked tilapia w/ 1 T olive oil
1 C couscous
1 C baby spinach
1C romaine lettuce
1/4 C shredded carrots
2T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

Took dogs for a one mile walk

Meal 3: 3 pm

Protein drink with one scoop ON Cookies n Cream
6 large strawberries

7:15 pm: 2 Glucorell

Meal 4: 7:30 pm

3.5 oz lemon pepper chix
1/2 C green beans
1 C sweet potato
17 oz water

Meal 5: 10 pm

3 stalks raw celery
2 T soynut butter
17oz water

Total Cals: 1578 (36% carbs, 32% protein, 32% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Sept. 26

Meal 1: 8 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 C Oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon and 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

Meal 2: PWO Protein drink

12 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:15 pm

1 whole wheat tortilla w/ pizza sauce, onions, gp, 1/4 C low-fat mozz cheese
Salad w/ 1 C romaine lettuce, 1 C spinach
2 T Light Done Right Italian dressing
1/2 C applesauce


Leg Workout:

Leg Press - 2 sets 10@25 lbs, 1 set 10@35 lbs
Lunges - 1 set 10 w/ 10lb DB, 2 sets of 10 w/ 15lb DB
Leg Ext - 3 sets at 30 lbs: lower 1/3, upper 1/3
Deadlifts - 3 sets 10@75 lbs
Inner Abductor - 2 sets 10@100, 1 set 10@110
Outer Abductor - 3 sets 10@150
Calf Press - 1 set 10@260, 1 set 10@280, 1 set 10@300

Wanted to get in some HIIT cardio but was very pressed for time w/ dr.'s appt and work. Legs need a rest anyway if I want to be walking by the end of the night.

Got a great compliment at the gym today and was told I should seriously consider doing a fitness competition. Between the inspiration I get here and the kudos there, I just might consider it someday.

 

[buffalogal]

Have to share a wonderful poem with you all that a friend recently gave me. Have been trying to get through some extremely tuff personal issues the past month or so and this couldn't have come at a better time! It helps me when I need a little extra boost and it's taken up permanent residency in my purse.

Don't Quit

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all up hill,
When the funds are low, and the debts are high,
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit,
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.

Life is queer with its twists and turns,
As everyone of us sometimes learns,
And many a failure turns about,
When he might have won had he stuck it out;
Don't give up though the pace seems slow,
You may succeed with another blow.

Success is failure turned inside out,
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are,
It may be near when it seems so far;
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit,
It's when things seems worse,
that you must not quit.

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Sept. 26

Meal 1: 8 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 C Oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon and 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

Meal 2: PWO Protein drink

12 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:15 pm

1 whole wheat tortilla w/ pizza sauce, onions, gp, 1/4 C low-fat mozz cheese
Salad w/ 1 C romaine lettuce, 1 C spinach
2 T Light Done Right Italian dressing
1/2 C applesauce
17 oz water

Meal 4: 3:30 pm

25 almonds
17 oz water

Had two cups of coffee with 2 T non-fat creamer at work. Have realized that this helps me with my cravings for sweet things, although the 90 calories for the creamer seem such a waste.

6:15 pm 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:30 pm

2 oz baked Tilapia
1 C broccoli
1 C couscous
17 oz water

Meal 6: 9:30 pm

Apple
2 T Soynut butter
Protein Drink

Totals cals: 1643 (41% carbs, 31% Protein, 28% Fat)

**Ugh, still can't get these carbs down. The apple or the couscous may have to go.

***Passed one major hurdle today that always trips me up. My best friend told me that I don't fit into his life anymore and that he would have to break off the friendship. Normally, this would throw me into depression and I'd reach for the most convenient junk food in sight. Knowing that I would have to log it later has been such a tremendous help that I kept it clean today!! Maybe I can really do this.

 

[skittles]

Monday, Sept. 26

Meal 1: 8 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 C Oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon and 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

Meal 2: PWO Protein drink

12 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:15 pm

1 whole wheat tortilla w/ pizza sauce, onions, gp, 1/4 C low-fat mozz cheese
Salad w/ 1 C romaine lettuce, 1 C spinach
2 T Light Done Right Italian dressing
1/2 C applesauce


Leg Workout:

Leg Press - 2 sets 10@25 lbs, 1 set 10@35 lbs
Lunges - 1 set 10 w/ 10lb DB, 2 sets of 10 w/ 15lb DB
Leg Ext - 3 sets at 30 lbs: lower 1/3, upper 1/3
Deadlifts - 3 sets 10@75 lbs
Inner Abductor - 2 sets 10@100, 1 set 10@110
Outer Abductor - 3 sets 10@150
Calf Press - 1 set 10@260, 1 set 10@280, 1 set 10@300

Wanted to get in some HIIT cardio but was very pressed for time w/ dr.'s appt and work. Legs need a rest anyway if I want to be walking by the end of the night.

Got a great compliment at the gym today and was told I should seriously consider doing a fitness competition. Between the inspiration I get here and the kudos there, I just might consider it someday.

Great job girl

 

[skittles]

Have to share a wonderful poem with you all that a friend recently gave me. Have been trying to get through some extremely tuff personal issues the past month or so and this couldn't have come at a better time! It helps me when I need a little extra boost and it's taken up permanent residency in my purse.

Don't Quit

When things go wrong, as they sometimes will,
When the road you're trudging seems all up hill,
When the funds are low, and the debts are high,
And you want to smile, but you have to sigh,
When care is pressing you down a bit,
Rest if you must, but don't you quit.

Life is queer with its twists and turns,
As everyone of us sometimes learns,
And many a failure turns about,
When he might have won had he stuck it out;
Don't give up though the pace seems slow,
You may succeed with another blow.

Success is failure turned inside out,
The silver tint of the clouds of doubt,
And you never can tell how close you are,
It may be near when it seems so far;
So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit,
It's when things seems worse,
that you must not quit.

This is a great poem

Bunny posted it awhile ago & I have had it taped to the wall since

 

[skittles]

Meal 4: 3:30 pm

25 almonds
17 oz water

6:15 pm 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:30 pm

2 oz baked Tilapia
1 C broccoli
1 C couscous
17 oz water

Meal 6: 9:30 pm

Apple
2 T Soynut butter
Protein Drink

Totals cals: 1643 (41% carbs, 31% Protein, 28% Fat)

**Ugh, still can't get these carbs down. The apple or the couscous may have to go.

***Passed one major hurdle today that always trips me up. My best friend told me that I don't fit into his life anymore and that he would have to break off the friendship. Normally, this would throw me into depression and I'd reach for the most convenient junk food in sight. Knowing that I would have to log it later has been such a tremendous help that I kept it clean today!! Maybe I can really do this.

Your carbs are not high.....where do you want them to be?

Way to stay motivated

 

[buffalogal]

Your carbs are not high.....where do you want them to be?

I'd like them to be between 30-40% at the most. Yesterday they were at 41%, and on a typical day it's more like 50%. I'm trying to get more protein and less carbs, and will shoot for that over the next week.

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Sept. 27

Slept in until 9 today and will start working mid shifts tonight. Not quite sure what meals to eat when with napping off and on all day and night, but will figure something out.

Woke up and did 20 minutes HIIT cardio. 30 second sprints, 1 minute of light jogging on treadmill x 8

9:55 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 10:25 am

2 T-Rex
1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

 

[jenscats5]

**Ugh, still can't get these carbs down. The apple or the couscous may have to go.

***Passed one major hurdle today that always trips me up. My best friend told me that I don't fit into his life anymore and that he would have to break off the friendship. Normally, this would throw me into depression and I'd reach for the most convenient junk food in sight. Knowing that I would have to log it later has been such a tremendous help that I kept it clean today!! Maybe I can really do this.

You'll get there!!

And good for you on receiving the bad news and handling it well!!

 

[buffalogal]

You'll get there!!

And good for you on receiving the bad news and handling it well!!

Thanks for the motivation Jen and Skittles. I'm so glad I found this site!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Most "light, reduced fat, or fat free" products are higher in carbs. If you want to lower them a bit, check the labels on any of these products you might have. It might be better to buy "regular" foods instead of the ones above if you're trying to keep your carb intake under control.

As far as the best friend issue...that's really sad. What a best friend. Kudo's to you for staying focused and determined! You got what it takes, baby!!

 

[*Bunny*]

This is a great poem

Bunny posted it awhile ago & I have had it taped to the wall since

I was like heyyyyy I know that poem

Keep it up with the log



Helps put things in perspective sometimes...Click Me

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Sept. 27

Slept in until 9 today and will start working mid shifts tonight. Not quite sure what meals to eat when with napping off and on all day and night, but will figure something out.

Woke up and did 20 minutes HIIT cardio. 30 second sprints, 1 minute of light jogging on treadmill x 8

9:55 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 10:25 am

2 T-Rex
1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

Meal 2: 2:45 pm

PWO Protein Shake

Meal 3: 3:45 pm

Miss24K's protein pancakes
17oz water

**Was craving pancakes and went waaay too long without eating, so decided to make something quick for lunch/snack. T-Rex is definitely helping: I wasn't hungry but I sure felt a drop in strength w/ the weights today.

Workout: Abs, Back and Shoulders

Knee Raises - 3 sets of 10
Obliques with 30lb DB (not sure what these are called) - 3 set of 10
Ball crunches - 3 sets of 10
Hypers - 3 sets of 10

Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown - 1 set of 10 @60lb, 2 sets of 10@70lbs
Single DB Row - 2 sets of 10@25 lbs, 1 set of 10@30lbs
Seated Low Row - 1 set of 10@50, 2 sets of 10@60
Stiff-arm Pulldown - 1 set of 10@25, 2 sets of 10@30

Underhand DB Press - 3 sets of 10@15lbs
Lat Raise - 3 sets of 10@8lbs *gotta get my strength up on these
Upright Row w/ EZ Bar - 1 set of 10@40, 1 set of 10@50, 1 set of 10@60
Bent-over Lat Raise - 3 sets of 10@8

 

[buffalogal]

Most "light, reduced fat, or fat free" products are higher in carbs. If you want to lower them a bit, check the labels on any of these products you might have. It might be better to buy "regular" foods instead of the ones above if you're trying to keep your carb intake under control.

As far as the best friend issue...that's really sad. What a best friend. Kudo's to you for staying focused and determined! You got what it takes, baby!!

I went through and made a clean sweep of my pantry last week so that there is no packaged food in the house anymore. I have a tendency to eat carb-laden food for whatever reason and am just going to have to plan a bit better. Amazing how much you learn about your eating habits in just a few days! Thanks for the encouragement.

 

[buffalogal]

I was like heyyyyy I know that poem

Keep it up with the log



Helps put things in perspective sometimes...Click Me

I love that poem - something I need to read every day now.

Thanks for the link. Definitely puts things in perspective, which is what the last couple weeks have been about for me. Maybe next time I can read it without shedding a tear (or a few hundred).

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Sept. 27

Slept in until 9 today and will start working mid shifts tonight. Not quite sure what meals to eat when with napping off and on all day and night, but will figure something out.

Woke up and did 20 minutes HIIT cardio. 30 second sprints, 1 minute of light jogging on treadmill x 8

9:55 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 10:25 am

2 T-Rex
1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

Meal 2: 2:45 pm

PWO Protein Shake

Meal 3: 3:45 pm

Miss24K's protein pancakes
17oz water

**Was craving pancakes and went waaay too long without eating, so decided to make something quick for lunch/snack. T-Rex is definitely helping: I wasn't hungry but I sure felt a drop in strength w/ the weights today.

Workout: Abs, Back and Shoulders

Knee Raises - 3 sets of 10
Obliques with 30lb DB (not sure what these are called) - 3 set of 10
Ball crunches - 3 sets of 10
Hypers - 3 sets of 10

Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown - 1 set of 10 @60lb, 2 sets of 10@70lbs
Single DB Row - 2 sets of 10@25 lbs, 1 set of 10@30lbs
Seated Low Row - 1 set of 10@50, 2 sets of 10@60
Stiff-arm Pulldown - 1 set of 10@25, 2 sets of 10@30

Underhand DB Press - 3 sets of 10@15lbs
Lat Raise - 3 sets of 10@8lbs *gotta get my strength up on these
Upright Row w/ EZ Bar - 1 set of 10@40, 1 set of 10@50, 1 set of 10@60
Bent-over Lat Raise - 3 sets of 10@8

Took pups on one mile easy walk.

6:25 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 6:40 pm

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
6 strawberries
celery w/ 2 T Natty PB
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Sept. 27

Slept in until 9 today and will start working mid shifts tonight. Not quite sure what meals to eat when with napping off and on all day and night, but will figure something out.

Woke up and did 20 minutes HIIT cardio. 30 second sprints, 1 minute of light jogging on treadmill x 8

9:55 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 10:25 am

2 T-Rex
1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
3 egg whites
17 oz water

Meal 2: 2:45 pm

PWO Protein Shake

Meal 3: 3:45 pm

Miss24K's protein pancakes
17oz water

**Was craving pancakes and went waaay too long without eating, so decided to make something quick for lunch/snack. T-Rex is definitely helping: I wasn't hungry but I sure felt a drop in strength w/ the weights today.

Workout: Abs, Back and Shoulders

Knee Raises - 3 sets of 10
Obliques with 30lb DB (not sure what these are called) - 3 set of 10
Ball crunches - 3 sets of 10
Hypers - 3 sets of 10

Wide-Grip Lat Pulldown - 1 set of 10 @60lb, 2 sets of 10@70lbs
Single DB Row - 2 sets of 10@25 lbs, 1 set of 10@30lbs
Seated Low Row - 1 set of 10@50, 2 sets of 10@60
Stiff-arm Pulldown - 1 set of 10@25, 2 sets of 10@30

Underhand DB Press - 3 sets of 10@15lbs
Lat Raise - 3 sets of 10@8lbs *gotta get my strength up on these
Upright Row w/ EZ Bar - 1 set of 10@40, 1 set of 10@50, 1 set of 10@60
Bent-over Lat Raise - 3 sets of 10@8



Took pups on one mile easy walk.

6:25 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 6:40 pm

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
6 strawberries
celery w/ 2 T Natty PB
17 oz water

10:00 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 10:20 pm

2 T-Rex (**to help me make it through work without bingeing all night)
1/2 c oatmeal
Protein Drink

Totals: 1583 cals (34% carbs, 38% protein, 29% fat) - that's more like it!

**Have decided to use a 24-hour meal log for my midnight shifts, running from midnight-midnight. With only sleeping 3-4 hours at a time, spaced throughout the day I can't think of any other way to break out the meals. Will see how the cals break down on these shifts.

 

[velvett]

I was like heyyyyy I know that poem

Keep it up with the log



Helps put things in perspective sometimes...Click Me

This is so true.

Everyone hears what you say.

Friends listen to what you say.

Best friends listen to what you don't say.

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Sept. 28

2:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 2:35 am

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
1 c mixed berries
Salad - 1 c romaine, 1 c spinach, 2 T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:30 am

8 prunes
17 oz water

Nappy time

 

[skittles]

Nightime shifts......blah

Do you always have to work these / or does it change up?

Great job on your journal

 

[buffalogal]

Nightime shifts......blah

Do you always have to work these / or does it change up?

Great job on your journal

Blah is right! I have to work them about once a month. I rotate between midnights, days and evenings once every 5-7 days and it gets tricky with my workouts and nutrition.

But, I've decided that's the one thing in my life that IS going to be stable. I love this journaling so far.

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Sept. 28

2:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 2:35 am

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
1 c mixed berries
Salad - 1 c romaine, 1 c spinach, 2 T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:30 am

8 prunes
17 oz water

Nappy time

**Slept from 8:30 to 12:15 pm - about average for me.

Meal 3: 12:45 pm
2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
3 egg whites
4 strawberries
Protein Drink

 

[buffalogal]

I'm posting these stats for my own amusement, as well as a motivator to drop this stubborn body fat.

Wed, Sept. 28th

Weight: 144.5
Height: 5'6"
Body Fat: 24% at last check (must get retested very soon)
Bicep: 11.5"
Bust: 36"
Waist: 34"
Hips: 39.25"
Upper thigh: 22.25"
Calf: 15.25"

 

[skittles]

Blah is right! I have to work them about once a month. I rotate between midnights, days and evenings once every 5-7 days and it gets tricky with my workouts and nutrition.

But, I've decided that's the one thing in my life that IS going to be stable. I love this journaling so far.

I was working Sh*$#Y shifts too. I just stopped in August

Girl, it's so hard I give you props. You are 100% bang on to keep up with the journal......even when things get hard, we are all here for you!!

 

[buffalogal]

Girl, it's so hard I give you props. You are 100% bang on to keep up with the journal......even when things get hard, we are all here for you!!

You just made my day!

Off to the gym now for chest day - my fav!!

 

[Miss24k]

Miss24K's protein pancakes

**Was craving pancakes and went waaay too long without eating, so decided to make something quick for lunch/snack. T-Rex is definitely helping: I wasn't hungry but I sure felt a drop in strength w/ the weights today.

hehe, hope you liked them as much as I do

And you're doing a great job girl.

 

[buffalogal]

hehe, hope you liked them as much as I do

And you're doing a great job girl.

Love 'em - probably a little too much!

Thanks for the props. All that you've been through and overcome after your last competition is so inspiring! You look fantastic!

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Sept. 28

2:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 2:35 am

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
1 c mixed berries
Salad - 1 c romaine, 1 c spinach, 2 T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:30 am

8 prunes
17 oz water

Nappy time


**Slept from 8:30 to 12:15 pm - about average for me.

Meal 3: 12:45 pm

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
3 egg whites
4 strawberries
Protein Drink

Chest Workout:

Flat DB Press: 1 set of 10@30lbs (warm up), 2 sets of 10@35lb, 1 set of 10@40lbs
Flat DB Flye: 2 sets of 10@25lbs, 1 set of 10@30lbs
Cables (not quite sure what these are called, will have to look): 1 set of 10@20lbs, 2 sets of 10@25 lbs
Pushups (all chest machines were taken!): 3 sets of 10

PWO Protein Drink

**Amazing how little strength I have with only a few hours of sleep. I can usually easily do 40lb DB Presses but really struggled with this one. Was lucky to get the weight up at all! Definitely have to watch it next time. Even still, all the guys in the free weight section were staring. Not sure whether they were waiting for me to drop it or in awe. Combo of both, I think from the comments I heard.

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Sept. 28

2:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 2:35 am

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
1 c mixed berries
Salad - 1 c romaine, 1 c spinach, 2 T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:30 am

8 prunes
17 oz water

Nappy time


**Slept from 8:30 to 12:15 pm - about average for me.

Meal 3: 12:45 pm

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
3 egg whites
4 strawberries
Protein Drink

Chest Workout:

Flat DB Press: 1 set of 10@30lbs (warm up), 2 sets of 10@35lb, 1 set of 10@40lbs
Flat DB Flye: 2 sets of 10@25lbs, 1 set of 10@30lbs
Cables (not quite sure what these are called, will have to look): 1 set of 10@20lbs, 2 sets of 10@25 lbs
Pushups (all chest machines were taken!): 3 sets of 10

Meal 4:

PWO Protein Drink

5:55 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:15 pm

1 Whole wheat tortilla with pizza sauce, peppers, onions and 1/4 c low-fat mozz cheese
1/2 c applesauce
17 oz water

Blah - nothing sounded good tonight and wasn't hungry at all. Just tired and ready for bed, with a slight touch of a sore throat.

 

[skittles]

5:55 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:15 pm

1 Whole wheat tortilla with pizza sauce, peppers, onions and 1/4 c low-fat mozz cheese
1/2 c applesauce
17 oz water

Blah - nothing sounded good tonight and wasn't hungry at all. Just tired and ready for bed, with a slight touch of a sore throat.

Oh no girl....I had a sore throat start last Fri. That's all it was, till yetserday / today & now I'm such a mess....tried, no energy & running from all taps

 

[buffalogal]

Oh no girl....I had a sore throat start last Fri. That's all it was, till yetserday / today & now I'm such a mess....tried, no energy & running from all taps

Ugh, I hope that's not what I have to look forward to. Woke up without a sore throat, but sneezing and a little stuffy. Still not hungry for anything either.

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Sept. 28

2:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 2:35 am

1.5 oz chix breast sauteed in 1T olive oil, peppers, onions, garlic and chix broth
1 c whole wheat penne pasta
1 c mixed berries
Salad - 1 c romaine, 1 c spinach, 2 T Light Done Right Italian Dressing
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:30 am

8 prunes
17 oz water

Nappy time


**Slept from 8:30 to 12:15 pm - about average for me.

Meal 3: 12:45 pm

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
3 egg whites
4 strawberries
Protein Drink

Chest Workout:

Flat DB Press: 1 set of 10@30lbs (warm up), 2 sets of 10@35lb, 1 set of 10@40lbs
Flat DB Flye: 2 sets of 10@25lbs, 1 set of 10@30lbs
Cables (not quite sure what these are called, will have to look): 1 set of 10@20lbs, 2 sets of 10@25 lbs
Pushups (all chest machines were taken!): 3 sets of 10

Meal 4:

PWO Protein Drink

5:55 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:15 pm

1 Whole wheat tortilla with pizza sauce, peppers, onions and 1/4 c low-fat mozz cheese
1/2 c applesauce
17 oz water

Meal 6: 10:30 pm

1/2 c Oatmeal with splenda, apples, cinnamon
5 strawberries
Protein Drink

Totals: 1443 cals (41% carbs, 37% protein, 23% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Thursday, Sept. 20

Meal 1: 2:45 am

1 C HC Chicken Noodle Soup
1/2 C green beans
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:45 am

8 prunes

Nap time: 7:30 am-noon

Meal 3: 12:30 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/2 c Oatmeal w/ peaches and 1/4 scoop protein powder
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Thursday, Sept. 20

Meal 1: 2:45 am
1 C HC Chicken Noodle Soup
1/2 C green beans
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:45 am

8 prunes

Nap time: 7:30 am-noon

Meal 3: 12:30 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/2 c Oatmeal w/ peaches and 1/4 scoop protein powder
17 oz water

Workout: Biceps, Triceps

Inc Curl: 3 sets of 10@20lbs
Hammer Curl: 3 sets of 10@15lbs
One-arm Preacher Curl: 2 sets of 10@15lbs, 1 set of 10@20lbs
Cables (single arm): 3 sets of 10@30lbs
Seated Dip: 3 sets of 10 w/ 25lb plate on lap
Pressdowns: 1 set of 10@40, 1 set of 10@50, 1 set of 10@60
Kickbacks w/ cables: 3 sets of 10@10lbs

Meal 4: 3 pm (meeting at work so had to eat early and quick)

PWO Protein Shake from gym, made with water, 1 scoop protein, strawberries, mango, pineapple
Promax Protein Bar (ugh )

Meal 5: 6 pm

Grilled chix salad with fat-free tomato vinagrette dressing
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Thursday, Sept. 20

Meal 1: 2:45 am

1 C HC Chicken Noodle Soup
1/2 C green beans
17 oz water

Meal 2: 5:45 am

8 prunes

Nap time: 7:30 am-noon

Meal 3: 12:30 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/2 c Oatmeal w/ peaches and 1/4 scoop protein powder
17 oz water

Workout: Biceps, Triceps

Inc Curl: 3 sets of 10@20lbs
Hammer Curl: 3 sets of 10@15lbs
One-arm Preacher Curl: 2 sets of 10@15lbs, 1 set of 10@20lbs
Cables (single arm): 3 sets of 10@30lbs
Seated Dip: 3 sets of 10 w/ 25lb plate on lap
Pressdowns: 1 set of 10@40, 1 set of 10@50, 1 set of 10@60
Kickbacks w/ cables: 3 sets of 10@10lbs

Meal 4: 3 pm (meeting at work so had to eat early and quick)

PWO Protein Shake from gym, made with water, 1 scoop protein, strawberries, mango, pineapple
Promax Protein Bar (ugh )

Meal 5: 6 pm

Grilled chix salad with fat-free tomato vinagrette dressing
17 oz water

Nap time: 7:45 pm - 10 pm

Meal 6: 10:30 pm

2 T-Rex
5 egg whites
1 Protein Drink

Totals: 1662 cals (45% carbs , 37% protein, 18% fat)

Tomorrow is my reward meal!

 

[buffalogal]

Friday, Sept. 30th

Meal 1: 2:45 am

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
17 oz water

3 cups coffee, 3 T non-far creamer, sweet and low

Meal 2: 6 am

8 prunes

Nap: 8:30am - 12:30 pm

12:35 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 1 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 Potassium Supp
Protein Pancakes
17 oz water

**Still am not hungry in the least, but am off to gym so NEED something**

 

[skittles]

Friday, Sept. 30th

Meal 1: 2:45 am

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
17 oz water

3 cups coffee, 3 T non-far creamer, sweet and low

Meal 2: 6 am

8 prunes

Nap: 8:30am - 12:30 pm

12:35 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 1 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 Potassium Supp
Protein Pancakes
17 oz water

**Still am not hungry in the least, but am off to gym so NEED something**

Are you feeling any better?

 

[buffalogal]

Are you feeling any better?

Still off and on. My throat's better but my stomach is okay one minute and churning the next. Might be the shift work beating me up this time around. Thanks for asking hun.

 

[buffalogal]

Friday, Sept. 30th

Meal 1: 2:45 am

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
17 oz water

3 cups coffee, 3 T non-far creamer, sweet and low

Meal 2: 6 am

8 prunes

Nap: 8:30am - 12:30 pm

12:35 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 1 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 Potassium Supp
2 T-Rex
Protein Pancakes
17 oz water

**Still am not hungry in the least, but am off to gym so NEED something**

Workout: Shoulders, Abs

DB Press: 2 warm-up sets of 10@15lbs, 2 sets of 10@20lbs, 1 set of 10@25lbs
Single arm lat raise: 3 sets of 10@10lbs
Front raise: 1 set of 10@10lbs, 2 sets of 10@12lbs
Bent-over lat raise: 1 set of 10@8lbs, 2 sets of 10@10lbs
Leg raises: 3 sets of 10
Side crunch: 1 set of 10 w/ 30lb DB, 2 sets of 10 w/ 35lb DB
Ball crunch w/ 25lb plate: 2 sets of 10 (ouch!)

Cardio: HIIT on Elliptical trainer. 30 sec high intensity, 1 min recovery x 6 cycles

Meal 4: 3:30 pm (another meeting at work but had to get this in)

PWO Protein Shake made with strawberries, mangoes, pineapple, water and 1 scoop Whey protein

5:10 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 5:30 pm (Reward Meal)

Salad w/ italian dressing
1 piece bread
2 grilled shrimp, 2 scallops, 3 oz baked tilapia, 1 c roasted potato wedges
1 LARGE slice chocolate cake
12 oz water

Definitely enjoyed the reward meal but have gotten out of the habit of eating rich foods. Needed the chocolate fix but may have gotten too much at once!

 

[buffalogal]

Saturday, Oct 1

2 c coffee w/ sweet and low
2 T non-fat cream

Meal 1: 12:45 am

celery
2 T Soynut Butter

Meal 2: 4 am (leftovers)

3 oz baked Tilapia
2 grilled shrimp
2 scallops
17 oz water

Sleep (sooo tired!): 7:15 am-1 pm

1:05 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 1:25 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 Potassium Supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
1 Protein Drink

**Will be taking entire day off from the gym - body definitely needs it.

 

[buffalogal]

Saturday, Oct 1

2 c coffee w/ sweet and low
2 T non-fat cream

Meal 1: 12:45 am

celery
2 T Soynut Butter

Meal 2: 4 am (leftovers)

3 oz baked Tilapia
2 grilled shrimp
2 scallops
17 oz water

Sleep (sooo tired!): 7:15 am-1 pm

1:05 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 1:25 pm
1 Multi-vitamin
1 Potassium Supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
1 Protein Drink

**Will be taking entire day off from the gym - body definitely needs it.

17 oz water

4:55 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 5:20 pm

Sizzling chix skillet from Applebee's
-1 whole wheat tortilla, 3 oz grilled chix, peppers, onions, lettuce and salsa
8 oz skim milk

Argh - Was getting creative and had dinner planned for whole wheat pasta topped with grilled chix and george foreman grill decided to die!! Applebee's seemed to be the lesser of all evils and gave me somewhat of a mexican fix.

On a side note: Went shopping today and found a beautiful sweater. Fits perfectly except in the arms and shoulders. Do all designers think women have bird arms??!! I have a feeling it's only going to get worse. My boobs shrink and my arms get bigger - no wonder I hate shopping! OK, off rant...

Have a good Saturday night all - I'm off to bed.

 

[buffalogal]

Saturday, Oct 1

2 c coffee w/ sweet and low
2 T non-fat cream

Meal 1: 12:45 am

celery
2 T Soynut Butter

Meal 2: 4 am (leftovers)

3 oz baked Tilapia
2 grilled shrimp
2 scallops
17 oz water

Sleep (sooo tired!): 7:15 am-1 pm

1:05 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 1:25 pm
1 Multi-vitamin
1 Potassium Supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 c oatmeal w/ splenda, cinnamon, 1/4 scoop protein powder
1 Protein Drink

**Will be taking entire day off from the gym - body definitely needs it.

17 oz water

4:55 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 5:20 pm
Sizzling chix skillet from Applebee's
-1 whole wheat tortilla, 3 oz grilled chix, peppers, onions, lettuce and salsa
8 oz skim milk

Argh - Was getting creative and had dinner planned for whole wheat pasta topped with grilled chix and george foreman grill decided to die!! Applebee's seemed to be the lesser of all evils and gave me somewhat of a mexican fix.

On a side note: Went shopping today and found a beautiful sweater. Fits perfectly except in the arms and shoulders. Do all designers think women have bird arms??!! I have a feeling it's only going to get worse. My boobs shrink and my arms get bigger - no wonder I hate shopping! OK, off rant...

Have a good Saturday night all - I'm off to bed.

9:35 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 9:50 pm

1/2 c oatmeal w/ apples and cinnamon
6 oz skim milk

**Last midnight shift tonight and kickboxing tomorrow afternoon. Life is good!!

Totals: 1283 cals (41% protein, 37% carbs, 22% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 2nd

2 c coffee, 2 T non-fat creamer, sweet n low

12:35 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 1 am

Protein Bar

Meal 2: 4:30 am

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
8 prunes
17 oz water

Nap time: 7:15 am-noon

Meal 3: 12:30 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 2nd

2 c coffee, 2 T non-fat creamer, sweet n low

12:35 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 1 am

Protein Bar

Meal 2: 4:30 am

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
8 prunes
17 oz water

Nap time: 7:15 am-noon

Meal 3: 12:30 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
17 oz water

One-hour kickboxing class

Meal 4: 2:45 pm

PWO Protein shake with strawberries, pineapple, mango, one scoop whey protein

5:45 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6 pm

4 oz ground bison burger w/ mustard
sweet potato
15 raspberries
6 strawberries
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 2nd

2 c coffee, 2 T non-fat creamer, sweet n low

12:35 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 1 am

Protein Bar

Meal 2: 4:30 am

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
8 prunes
17 oz water

Nap time: 7:15 am-noon

Meal 3: 12:30 pm

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
17 oz water

One-hour kickboxing class

Meal 4: 2:45 pm

PWO Protein shake with strawberries, pineapple, mango, one scoop whey protein

5:45 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6 pm

4 oz ground bison burger w/ mustard
sweet potato
15 raspberries
6 strawberries
17 oz water

Not quite time to eat yet but this'll be it for the night.

Meal 6: 9 pm

1 whole wheat English Muffin
2 T Natty PB
1 Protein Drink

Totals: 1744 cals (40% carbs, 34% protein, 25% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Oct. 3

Meal 1: 10 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1 whole-wheat English muffin
2 T Natty PB
5 strawberries
15 raspberries
17 oz water

Workout: Abs, Legs

Leg Lifts: 3 sets of 15
Ball Crunch w/ 10lb plate: 3 sets of 15
Oblique Crunch: 2 sets of 10@30lbs, 1 set of 10@35lbs
Hypers: 3 sets of 10

Single Leg Press: 1 set of 10@35, 1 set of 10@45, 1 set of 10@55
Walking Lunges: 3 sets of 10@10lbs
Leg Ext: 3 sets of 10@30lbs lower 1/3, 3 sets of 10@30lbs upper 1/3
Deadlifts: 3 sets of 10@75lbs
Butt Blaster: 1 set of 10@30lbs, 1 set of 10@35 lbs - hip hurt on this one
Inner Abductor: 1 set of 10@100lbs, 2 sets of 10@110lbs
Outer Abductor: 1 set of 10@150lbs, 2 sets of 10@160lbs
Calf Press: 1 set of 10@280lbs, 2 sets of 10@300lbs
Standing Calf Raise: 2 sets of 10

PWO Protein Drink w/ one scoop cookies n cream protein and water

Meal 2: 1:30 pm

6 oz cooked shrimp
1/4c cocktail sauce
Salad w/ 1c romain, 1c spinach, carrots, broccoli
2 T Light Done Right Italian dressing
17 oz water

 

[scorpiogirl]

So, since you've been logging, what kind of results are you seeing?

 

[buffalogal]

So, since you've been logging, what kind of results are you seeing?

The biggest result has been the better definition in my upper body already. I've had so many people comment about how my arms have become more defined the past two weeks. I also noticed yesterday during kickboxing that my thighs aren't as "flabby" as they used to be, so to speak. Not a huge change but it's definitely there. And, since that's the part that needs work, I'll take all I can get.

The biggest bonus is that it makes me work much harder. Knowing I'm going to have to log every piece of morsel that goes into my mouth for everyone to see forces me to not eat crap anymore. That's what I really needed. It also gives me incentive to push myself in the weight room a lot more.

Overall I'm pleased how the past 1-2 weeks have gone. I'll probably take more measurements by the end of the week to confirm and hopefully get the dreaded BF test next week.

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Oct. 3

Meal 1: 10 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1 whole-wheat English muffin
2 T Natty PB
5 strawberries
15 raspberries
17 oz water

Workout: Abs, Legs

Leg Lifts: 3 sets of 15
Ball Crunch w/ 10lb plate: 3 sets of 15
Oblique Crunch: 2 sets of 10@30lbs, 1 set of 10@35lbs
Hypers: 3 sets of 10

Single Leg Press: 1 set of 10@35, 1 set of 10@45, 1 set of 10@55
Walking Lunges: 3 sets of 10@10lbs
Leg Ext: 3 sets of 10@30lbs lower 1/3, 3 sets of 10@30lbs upper 1/3
Deadlifts: 3 sets of 10@75lbs
Butt Blaster: 1 set of 10@30lbs, 1 set of 10@35 lbs - hip hurt on this one
Inner Abductor: 1 set of 10@100lbs, 2 sets of 10@110lbs
Outer Abductor: 1 set of 10@150lbs, 2 sets of 10@160lbs
Calf Press: 1 set of 10@280lbs, 2 sets of 10@300lbs
Standing Calf Raise: 2 sets of 10

PWO Protein Drink w/ one scoop cookies n cream protein and water

Meal 2: 1:30 pm
6 oz cooked shrimp
1/4c cocktail sauce
Salad w/ 1c romain, 1c spinach, carrots, broccoli
2 T Light Done Right Italian dressing
17 oz water

Mowed lawn for 45 minutes as part one of my cardio. We'll be going for a walk shortly.

17 oz water

4:35 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 5 pm

3 oz pasta
3 oz ground bison
1/2 c spaghetti sauce
1/2 c whole kernel corn
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Oct. 3

Meal 1: 10 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1 whole-wheat English muffin
2 T Natty PB
5 strawberries
15 raspberries
17 oz water

Workout: Abs, Legs

Leg Lifts: 3 sets of 15
Ball Crunch w/ 10lb plate: 3 sets of 15
Oblique Crunch: 2 sets of 10@30lbs, 1 set of 10@35lbs
Hypers: 3 sets of 10

Single Leg Press: 1 set of 10@35, 1 set of 10@45, 1 set of 10@55
Walking Lunges: 3 sets of 10@10lbs
Leg Ext: 3 sets of 10@30lbs lower 1/3, 3 sets of 10@30lbs upper 1/3
Deadlifts: 3 sets of 10@75lbs
Butt Blaster: 1 set of 10@30lbs, 1 set of 10@35 lbs - hip hurt on this one
Inner Abductor: 1 set of 10@100lbs, 2 sets of 10@110lbs
Outer Abductor: 1 set of 10@150lbs, 2 sets of 10@160lbs
Calf Press: 1 set of 10@280lbs, 2 sets of 10@300lbs
Standing Calf Raise: 2 sets of 10

PWO Protein Drink w/ one scoop cookies n cream protein and water

Meal 2: 1:30 pm

6 oz cooked shrimp
1/4c cocktail sauce
Salad w/ 1c romain, 1c spinach, carrots, broccoli
2 T Light Done Right Italian dressing
17 oz water

Mowed lawn for 45 minutes as part one of my cardio. We'll be going for a walk shortly.

17 oz water

4:35 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 5 pm

3 oz pasta
3 oz ground bison
1/2 c spaghetti sauce
1/2 c whole kernel corn
17 oz water

Meal 4: 8:15 pm

1/2 c vanilla pudding made w/ skim milk, protein powder
Protein drink

I'm starving tonight and am craving something sweet, hence the pudding. I'm going to have to remember not to skip the other T-Rex in the early afternoon. Ugh...

Totals: 1643 cals (40% protein, 40% carbs, 20% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Oct. 4

9 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 9:20 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1 English Muffin w/ 2 T strawberry preserves
3 scrambled egg whites
1/2 c vanilla pudding
17 oz water

Workout: Back, Shoulders

Lat Pulldown
Single-arm DB Row
Seated Low Pulley Row
Stiff-arm Pulldown
Underhand DB Press
Lat Raise
Upright Row
Bent-over lat raise

Meal 2: PWO Protein Shake w/ 1 scoop whey protein, strawberries, mangoes and pineapple

Cardio: 4-mile walk

Meal 3: 1:30 pm

3 oz ground bison
2.5 oz broccoli
1/4 c reduced fat mozz. cheese
17 oz water

 

[*Bunny*]

Meal 4: 8:15 pm

1/2 c vanilla pudding made w/ skim milk, protein powder
Protein drink

I'm starving tonight and am craving something sweet, hence the pudding. I'm going to have to remember not to skip the other T-Rex in the early afternoon. Ugh...

Totals: 1643 cals (40% protein, 40% carbs, 20% fat)

Wow do I know how you feel



You're doing fabulous BG!

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Oct. 4

9 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 9:20 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1 English Muffin w/ 2 T strawberry preserves
3 scrambled egg whites
1/2 c vanilla pudding
17 oz water

Workout: Back, Shoulders

Lat Pulldown
Single-arm DB Row
Seated Low Pulley Row
Stiff-arm Pulldown
Underhand DB Press
Lat Raise
Upright Row
Bent-over lat raise

Meal 2: PWO Protein Shake w/ 1 scoop whey protein, strawberries, mangoes and pineapple

Cardio: 4-mile walk

Meal 3: 1:30 pm

3 oz ground bison
2.5 oz broccoli
1/4 c reduced fat mozz. cheese
17 oz water

Meal 4: 5:30 pm

Grilled chicken salad
Sun-dried tomato vinagrette (had to guess on cals from Fitday)
17 oz water
4 saltines, 4 snack crackers, 2 melba toast thingies

3 cups coffee w/ 3 T non-fat creamer and sweet and low

Meal 5: 8:45 pm

1 apple
2 T soynut butter
17 oz water

Meal 6: 10:45 pm

1/2 c vanilla pudding
Protein Drink (forgot to bring to work so had to wait 'til I got home)

Totals: 1747 cals (45% carbs, 35% protein, 20% fat)

I think I'm addicted to carbs. No matter what I do they always seem to sneak up on me. I guess as long as I'm eating 1 g protein per lb I won't worry too much. This is sooo much better than what I've been doing for years. I can't believe how much motivation I have now that I've joined. I don't want to eat anything too "bad" because I know I'll have to log it. I guess I'll enjoy this feeling and good eating while it lasts. Have a feeling it's going to catch up to me sooner or later.

**Maybe sooner: am going out to an Italian place with the girls tomorrow (Wed) night. Have already decided on a meal from the menu but am trying very very hard to resist the alcohol. Have already told them they can't let me drink anything. Guess this will be the true test of my willpower.

Oh, and I finally figured out how to give karma. DUH - that only took two weeks!

Night all - have to be up in 5 hours.

 

[buffalogal]

5:25 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:45 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
3 scrambled egg whites
1/4 c oatmeal
15 raspberries
1/4 scoop protein
1/2 c vanilla pudding
17 oz water

Meal 2: 9 am

8 prunes

Meal 3: 11:45 am

2 T-Rex
4 oz ground bison
1/2 c corn
1/4 c cheese
2 stalks celery
2 T soynut butter
17 oz water

Meal 4: 2:30 pm

15 almonds
Protein Drink

Workout: Abs, chest

Knee Raises
Oblique Crunch on bench
Ball Crunch w/ 10lb plate
Flat DB Press
Flat Incline Flye
Cable Crossovers
Machine Chest Press to fatigue

HIIT Cardio: 30 sec high intensity, 1 minute recovery x 8

6 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:30 pm

1 very small piece of italian bread dipped in olive oil
salad w/ italian vinagrette dressing
6 oz grilled chix with honey balsamic dressing
1 c spinach
32 oz water

First test is over: Went out to eat, ordered the healthiest choice on the menu and drank absolutely no alcohol even at the bar. I just cannot figure out why people are so against you when you try to eat healthy!! Anyone ever heard of moral support rather than make you feel like a wierdo?? I have a feeling my going out days are going to become very limited if I keep having to explain my new eating habits to people who don't want to hear it.

Totals: 1581 cals (42% protein, 29% carbs, 30% fat)
**This is the best I can come up with for eating out.

 

[mermaid]

First test is over: Went out to eat, ordered the healthiest choice on the menu and drank absolutely no alcohol even at the bar. I just cannot figure out why people are so against you when you try to eat healthy!! Anyone ever heard of moral support rather than make you feel like a wierdo?? I have a feeling my going out days are going to become very limited if I keep having to explain my new eating habits to people who don't want to hear it.

OMG, I experienced the same thing tonight. Like you, I am thinking I would rather not eat when socialising because of the comments I get. It's easier to not have to justify myself. Trying to be strong.

I had no alcohol either - a first for me when everyone else is drinking.

 

[*Bunny*]

I have a feeling my going out days are going to become very limited if I keep having to explain my new eating habits to people who don't want to hear it.[/B]

First I want to say congrats! Great job

Your feeling is correct my dear... And you can count on this NOT being easy and you will find yourself explaining yourself over and over and over and over... but you make the choice on how to approach it... Stand firm in your goals and the path you are taking to achieve them

Sassy's been doing this for about 20 years (if not more)... and I'm sure she can tell you how many times she's had to explain why her meals are packed, etc... well maybe she lost count after 1,000,000... I know I did

 

[buffalogal]

Thanks Mermaid and Bunny.

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who feels like that. I just get so tired of explaining myself and how important this is to me. People will either have to accept me for who I now am or get over it!!

If I seriously do decide to try a competition it only gets worse from here.

Bring it on!!

 

[buffalogal]

8:30 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 8:50 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
Whole wheat english muffin
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

Workout: Bis/Tris

Inc Curl
Hammer Curl
Single-arm Preacher Curl
High Cable Curl
Seated Dips
Pressdowns
Kickbacks

Can't believe how much more muscle I can see, mostly as a result of eating healthy. Unbelievable!

Meal 2: PWO Protein Shake

Meal 3: 11:30 am

2 oz grilled chix
1 stalk celery
15 raspberries
17 oz water

 

[*Bunny*]

Thanks Mermaid and Bunny.

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who feels like that. I just get so tired of explaining myself and how important this is to me. People will either have to accept me for who I now am or get over it!!

If I seriously do decide to try a competition it only gets worse from here.

Bring it on!!

ATTA Girl!!!

 

[jenscats5]

First test is over: Went out to eat, ordered the healthiest choice on the menu and drank absolutely no alcohol even at the bar. I just cannot figure out why people are so against you when you try to eat healthy!! Anyone ever heard of moral support rather than make you feel like a wierdo?? I have a feeling my going out days are going to become very limited if I keep having to explain my new eating habits to people who don't want to hear it.

Totals: 1581 cals (42% protein, 29% carbs, 30% fat)
**This is the best I can come up with for eating out.

Good job girl!!

Just remember tho: until you are actually ON a competition diet - you can have 1 glass of wine out........That said if you can keep it to ONE glass..... if you can't then just don't have ANY.....but one glass of wine is actually very healthy for you....

OH and keep an eye out for that Bacardi Island Breeze - it is only 18% alcohol & 48 cals a shot - 1/2 of the usual alcohol. There are alternatives to higher calorie drinks - the thing is limiting how many you drink.

What I wish was more bars/restaurants would carry DIET ginger ale or Diet Sprite/7UP cuz then you could make like you were going to the Ladies & have them make you your "usual" of Diet GA + a small splash of cranberry + a lime wedge --> so it looks like a cocktail but isn't!! That way your friends think you're drinking when you're not......

But I understand how you feel!! It'd be nice if people could be more supportive than they are....

 

[buffalogal]

Good job girl!!

Just remember tho: until you are actually ON a competition diet - you can have 1 glass of wine out........That said if you can keep it to ONE glass..... if you can't then just don't have ANY.....but one glass of wine is actually very healthy for you....

OH and keep an eye out for that Bacardi Island Breeze - it is only 18% alcohol & 48 cals a shot - 1/2 of the usual alcohol. There are alternatives to higher calorie drinks - the thing is limiting how many you drink.

What I wish was more bars/restaurants would carry DIET ginger ale or Diet Sprite/7UP cuz then you could make like you were going to the Ladies & have them make you your "usual" of Diet GA + a small splash of cranberry + a lime wedge --> so it looks like a cocktail but isn't!! That way your friends think you're drinking when you're not......

But I understand how you feel!! It'd be nice if people could be more supportive than they are....

Thanks for the advice Jen. My problem is that I can't stand wine - never have and probably never will. I always go for the large 22oz beer - and once I have one I'll have another. Best to stay away from it entirely. I hadn't thought of other drinks like the ginger ale. I'll have to try that next time. If not, I'll look for other alternatives as far as the alcohol goes.

I'm finding though that the longer I go, the less I want anything like that. I'm starting now to crave things like raspberries in my oatmeal or grilled turkey burgers rather than my usual pizza and french fries. It's such a complete turn-around for me that I have a hard time explaining it to myself, let alone someone else.

But the ice cream tomorrow for my reward meal is a different story. I can taste it already...

 

[buffalogal]

8:30 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 8:50 am
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
Whole wheat english muffin
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

Workout: Bis/Tris

Inc Curl
Hammer Curl
Single-arm Preacher Curl
High Cable Curl
Seated Dips
Pressdowns
Kickbacks

Can't believe how much more muscle I can see, mostly as a result of eating healthy. Unbelievable!

Meal 2: PWO Protein Shake

Meal 3: 11:30 am

2 oz grilled chix
1 stalk celery
15 raspberries
17 oz water

Added in some raspberries so I wouldn't take my 2nd T-Rex on an empty stomach - finished out the entire pint.
17 oz water

Meal 4: 4:15 pm

Grilled turkey, lettuce on pita with red wine vinagrette
Zone bar (so I wouldn't crap out during the long training session I was giving at work)
17 oz water

Meal 5: 10 pm

apple
2 T natty PB
Protein Drink

Totals: 1565 cals (37% carbs, 34% protein, 29% fat)

 

[jenscats5]

Thanks for the advice Jen. My problem is that I can't stand wine - never have and probably never will. I always go for the large 22oz beer - and once I have one I'll have another. Best to stay away from it entirely. I hadn't thought of other drinks like the ginger ale. I'll have to try that next time. If not, I'll look for other alternatives as far as the alcohol goes.

I'm finding though that the longer I go, the less I want anything like that. I'm starting now to crave things like raspberries in my oatmeal or grilled turkey burgers rather than my usual pizza and french fries. It's such a complete turn-around for me that I have a hard time explaining it to myself, let alone someone else.

But the ice cream tomorrow for my reward meal is a different story. I can taste it already...

Ah!! Thought there was discussion on wine in there......but I hear ya on having a hard time limiting things - I'm like that too. It's just easier for me not to have any - and the longer I go without - the less I crave things also, so it does get easier.

Just watch the non-diet sodas........

And Ice Cream!!

 

[buffalogal]

Friday, Oct 7th

5:50 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 6:15 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 c oatmeal with raspberries and 1/4 scoop protein
3 scrambled egg whites
17 oz water

9:30 am: 17 oz water

Meal 2: noon

2 T-Rex
4 oz grilled chix with garlic/herb seasoning
1 stalk celery
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

Meal 3: 2:45 pm

1 oz almonds
17 oz water

Meal 4: 6 pm

13 shrimp
shrimp cocktail sauce
17 oz water

Totals (before cheat meal of ice cream): 914 cals (34% protein, 26% carbs, 40% fat )

No workout today-puppy is sick. Will hit the gym tomorrow.

 

[buffalogal]

Saturday, Oct 8

Meal 1: 5:45 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 c oatmeal w/ 1/4 scoop protein, 20 raspberries
3 scrambled egg whites
17 oz water

3 c coffee w/ 3 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

8 prunes

11:50 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:05 pm

2 T-Rex
3.5 oz grilled chix
1/2 c mashed sweet potatoe
17 oz water

Meal 4: 2:30 pm (was starving)

apple
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

Workout: Abs, Shoulders
Hip raises (3x15)
V-ups (3x15)
Ball crunch w/ 10lb plate (3x15)
Oblique crunch on bench (2x10 w/ 30lb DB, 1x10 w/ 35 DB)
Hypers (2x10)
Overhead DB Press (2x10@15lbs - warmup, 1x10@20lbs, 2x10@25lbs)
Single arm lat raise (3x10@10lbs)
Front Raise (1x10@10lbs, 2x10@12lbs)
Bent-over lat raise (1x10@8lbs, 2x10@10lbs)
17 oz water

PWO Protein Drink w/ strawberries, mangoes, pineapple

No cardio - wiped out from work

Meal 5: 7:15 pm

6 oz lean grilled steak
1/2 c green beans
17 oz water

**Noticed for the first time today that my jeans are starting to fall off. Bummer since these are my favorites, but yea for seeing results!!

 

[jenscats5]

Saturday, Oct 8


**Noticed for the first time today that my jeans are starting to fall off. Bummer since these are my favorites, but yea for seeing results!!

Pants dance!!

 

[BOWTECH]

Looks like things are going very well for you congrats! Just remember people will try and stand in they way of your goals. Walk all over them. You are #1 remember that. People will say things that are negative because they are really ashamed of themselves. If you want it bad enough you will definately achieve all your goals! Keep up the good work! And to all the haters tell them they can "KISS YOUR ASS".

 

[buffalogal]

Thanks Jen and Bowtech!



You're right - people do stand in your way but all I have to do is compare their lifestyle to mine and I know I'm doing the right thing and what's best for me. I just keep reminding myself to look at the person who's actually making the negative comments, then take it for what it's worth! Especially, as they stuff their face with that next candy bar or piece of pizza.

Oh, and Jen - I'd do the pants dance but I don't think they'd stay on...

 

[buffalogal]

Saturday, Oct 8

Meal 1: 5:45 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/4 c oatmeal w/ 1/4 scoop protein, 20 raspberries
3 scrambled egg whites
17 oz water

3 c coffee w/ 3 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

8 prunes

11:50 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:05 pm

2 T-Rex
3.5 oz grilled chix
1/2 c mashed sweet potatoe
17 oz water

Meal 4: 2:30 pm (was starving)

apple
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

Workout: Abs, Shoulders
Hip raises (3x15)
V-ups (3x15)
Ball crunch w/ 10lb plate (3x15)
Oblique crunch on bench (2x10 w/ 30lb DB, 1x10 w/ 35 DB)
Hypers (2x10)
Overhead DB Press (2x10@15lbs - warmup, 1x10@20lbs, 2x10@25lbs)
Single arm lat raise (3x10@10lbs)
Front Raise (1x10@10lbs, 2x10@12lbs)
Bent-over lat raise (1x10@8lbs, 2x10@10lbs)
17 oz water

PWO Protein Drink w/ strawberries, mangoes, pineapple

No cardio - wiped out from work

Meal 5: 7:15 pm

6 oz lean grilled steak
1/2 c green beans
17 oz water

**Noticed for the first time today that my jeans are starting to fall off. Bummer since these are my favorites, but yea for seeing results!!

Will be drinking Protein drink before bed to up the protein intake a tad.

Totals: 1639 cals (39% protein, 39% carbs, 22% fat)

Reminder to self to place order at AF Store ASAP!

 

[mermaid]

Congrats on the pants!!!

 

[buffalogal]

Congrats on the pants!!!

Thanks sweetie! It sure feels good...

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 9th

4:15 am: 2 Cardio Breeze, then back to sleep for 30 minutes

4:45 am: HIIT on Treadmill - 30 sec sprints, 1 min recover x 8
17 oz water

Meal 1: 5 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
3 scrambled egg whites
2 protein pancakes
17 oz water

3 c coffee, 3 T nonfat creamer (really need to dump this cream )

Meal 2: 9 am

leftover protein pancake
17 oz water

Meal 3: Noon

2 T-Rex
4 oz grilled chix
1/2 c green beans
5 prunes
17 oz water

Meal 4: 2:30 pm

1 oz almonds
17 oz water

Meal 5: 6 pm

2.5 oz ground turkey
1/2 c green beans
1/4 c lowfat mozzarella cheese
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 9th

4:15 am: 2 Cardio Breeze, then back to sleep for 30 minutes

4:45 am: HIIT on Treadmill - 30 sec sprints, 1 min recover x 8
17 oz water

Meal 1: 5 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
3 scrambled egg whites
2 protein pancakes
17 oz water

3 c coffee, 3 T nonfat creamer (really need to dump this cream )

Meal 2: 9 am

leftover protein pancake
17 oz water

Meal 3: Noon

2 T-Rex
4 oz grilled chix
1/2 c green beans
5 prunes
17 oz water

Meal 4: 2:30 pm

1 oz almonds
17 oz water

Meal 5: 6 pm

2.5 oz ground turkey
1/2 c green beans
1/4 c lowfat mozzarella cheese
17 oz water

17 oz water

Meal 6: 9 pm

1 whole wheat English Muffin
2 T natty PB
Protein Drink
17 oz water

**Have to give props to everyone who drinks 1-2 gallons of water a day. This is the first day I've drank an entire gallon. I think I'm going to float away. No wonder my cals are lower than normal (and lower than where they should be!) This Aquafina is going to get expensive - too bad it's the only kind I can stand.

Totals: 1394 cals (38% protein, 32% carbs, 30% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Oct 10th

5:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:50 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
1/4 c oatmeal w/ 1/4 c blueberries, splenda and 1/4 scoop protein
17 oz water

3 c coffee w/ 6 oz total skim milk

Meal 2: 9:45 am

1 apple
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

12:15 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:40 pm

2 T-Rex
2.5 oz ground tky patty
1/4 low fat mozz cheese
3/4 cup sweet potato
1 carrot
17 oz water

5 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 5:25 pm

3 oz ground turkey
1/2 oz green peppers
1/2 oz onion
2 whole wheat tortillas
1/3 c low fat mozz cheese
3 T chipotle
17 oz water

I have to get to the store. I'm just coming up with things to eat to clear out the fridge and I'm starting to get sick of turkey!

 

[buffalogal]

Monday, Oct 10th

5:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:50 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
1/4 c oatmeal w/ 1/4 c blueberries, splenda and 1/4 scoop protein
17 oz water

3 c coffee w/ 6 oz total skim milk

Meal 2: 9:45 am

1 apple
2 T natty PB
17 oz water

12:15 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: 12:40 pm

2 T-Rex
2.5 oz ground tky patty
1/4 low fat mozz cheese
3/4 cup sweet potato
1 carrot
17 oz water

5 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 5:25 pm
3 oz ground turkey
1/2 oz green peppers
1/2 oz onion
2 whole wheat tortillas
1/3 c low fat mozz cheese
3 T chipotle
17 oz water

I have to get to the store. I'm just coming up with things to eat to clear out the fridge and I'm starting to get sick of turkey!

Meal 5: 8:30 pm

Protein Drink
1/2 damn bag of fat-free kettle corn mini-bag

I hate not having food in the house. I turned down the ice cream but the sweet popcorn was too much. Screw it - the rest of the bowl goes in the trash!!

Totals before the popcorn (can't find nutrition info):
1489 cals (35% carbs, 34% protein, 31% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Oct 11th

7:40 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 8 am

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
4 scrambled egg whites
Whole wheat English Muffin w/ 1 T sugar free strawberry jam
8 oz milk

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Oct 11th

7:40 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 8 am

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
4 scrambled egg whites
Whole wheat English Muffin w/ 1 T sugar free strawberry jam
8 oz milk

Meal 2: 10:30 am

Protein Bar
1 liter water

Meal 3: 1:30 pm

2 T-Rex
1 Glucorell-R
3 oz grilled chix
1 whole wheat tortilla
peppers and onions, roasted
1/4 c salsa
24 oz water

Leg Workout:

Single Leg Press
Lunges
Leg Ext.
Deadlifts
Inner Abductor
Outer Abductor
Calves

Meal 4: 4 pm

PWO Protein Shake w/ mangoes, strawberries and pineapple

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Oct 11th

7:40 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 8 am

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
4 scrambled egg whites
Whole wheat English Muffin w/ 1 T sugar free strawberry jam
8 oz milk

Meal 2: 10:30 am

Protein Bar
1 liter water

Meal 3: 1:30 pm

2 T-Rex
1 Glucorell-R
3 oz grilled chix
1 whole wheat tortilla
peppers and onions, roasted
1/4 c salsa
24 oz water

Leg Workout:

Single Leg Press
Lunges
Leg Ext.
Deadlifts
Inner Abductor
Outer Abductor
Calves

Meal 4: 4 pm

PWO Protein Shake w/ mangoes, strawberries and pineapple

6:30 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:45 pm

4 oz ground turkey
Pasta with broccoli-onion sauce
1 liter water

Ugh, had another discouraging conversation - this time with my parents. They can't understand why I'm doing what I'm doing and actually trying to live a healthy lifestyle. The exact comment I got was, "why do you want to look all muscular? That look is gross!"

No one seems to understand that the more discouraging and rude comments I get, the more determined I am to prove them wrong!

 

[buffalogal]

Tuesday, Oct 11th

7:40 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 8 am

2 T-Rex
1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
4 scrambled egg whites
Whole wheat English Muffin w/ 1 T sugar free strawberry jam
8 oz milk

Meal 2: 10:30 am

Protein Bar
1 liter water

Meal 3: 1:30 pm
2 T-Rex
1 Glucorell-R
3 oz grilled chix
1 whole wheat tortilla
peppers and onions, roasted
1/4 c salsa
24 oz water

Leg Workout:

Single Leg Press
Lunges
Leg Ext.
Deadlifts
Inner Abductor
Outer Abductor
Calves

Meal 4: 4 pm

PWO Protein Shake w/ mangoes, strawberries and pineapple

6:30 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 6:45 pm

4 oz ground turkey
Pasta with broccoli-onion sauce
1 liter water

1 liter water

Meal 6: 9:45 pm (planned)

Protein Drink
1 T Natty PB

Totals: 1706 cals (42% protein, 32% carbs, 26% fat)

 

[mermaid]

No one seems to understand that the more discouraging and rude comments I get, the more determined I am to prove them wrong!

My sentiments exactly.

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Oct 12th

Scale weight: 143.5, down 1.5 lbs in 3 weeks

Meal 1: 7:30 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
1 turkey sausage link
1 liter water

 

[buffalogal]

Wednesday, Oct 12th

Scale weight: 143.5, down 1.5 lbs in 3 weeks
Have also lost 2 inches on waist already.

Meal 1: 7:30 am

1 Multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
4 scrambled egg whites
1 turkey sausage link
1 liter water

Workout: Abs, Back, Shoulders

Knee Raises: 3 of 10
Oblique Crunch on Bench: 2 of 10@30lbs, 1 of 10@35lbs
Ball Crunch: 3 of 10@15lbs
Lat Pulldown: 2 of 10@60lbs, 1 of 10@70lbs
One-arm DB Row: 1 of 10@25, 1 of 10@30, 1 of 10@35
Low Pulley cable row: 2 of 10@60, 1 of 10@70
Stiff-arm pulldown: 1 of 10@30, 2 of 10@40
Underhand DB Press: 2 of 10@15, 1 of 10@20
Lat Raise: 3 of 10@10lbs
Upright Row: 2 of 10@50, 1 of 9@60
Bent-over Lat Raise: 3 of 10@8

17 oz water

Steady state cardio: 4-mile walk, 55 minutes

17 oz water

Meal 2: 11:15 am

PWO Protein Shake w/ strawberries, mangoes, pineapple

Meal 3: 2:40 pm

4 oz ground turkey
pasta 2/ broccoli-onion sauce
1/2 c white chocolate sugar-free pudding w/ protein powder
1 liter water

5:50 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 6:10 pm

4 oz grilled shrimp
1/4 c brown rice w/ chix broth
1.5 oz steamed snow peas
1/2 c pudding
1 liter water

Will be eating last meal around 9:30 before bed

Meal 5:

1 medium apple
2 T natty PB
Protein Drink

Prelim Totals: 1709 cals (38% protein, 34% carbs, 28% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Thursday, Oct 13

5:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:50 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex (my last two )
2 protein pancakes w/ raspberries
2 Turkey sausage links
1 liter water

1 cup coffee w/ 3 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

1 protein pancake
3 strawberries
15 raspberries
17 oz water

Meal 3: noon

13 medium peel n eat shrimp
1/2 c steamed broccoli
2 T shrimp sauce
1/2 c applesauce
1 liter water

Meal 4: 3:30 pm

1 c white chocolate pudding w/ protein powder
17 oz water

 

[buffalogal]

Thursday, Oct 13

5:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:50 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex (my last two )
2 protein pancakes w/ raspberries
2 Turkey sausage links
1 liter water

1 cup coffee w/ 3 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

1 protein pancake
3 strawberries
15 raspberries
17 oz water

Meal 3: noon

13 medium peel n eat shrimp
1/2 c steamed broccoli
2 T shrimp sauce
1/2 c applesauce
1 liter water

Meal 4: 3:30 pm

1 c white chocolate pudding w/ protein powder
17 oz water

5:10 pm: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 5: 5:35 pm

whole wheat tortilla
2 T pizza sauce
1.5 oz grilled chix
peppers and onions
1/4 c reduced fat mozzarella cheese
1 liter water

Workout: Chest

Bench Press: 1 set of10@75, 1 set of 10@85, 1 set of 10@95
DB Flye: 1 set of 10@25, 1 set of 10@30, 1 set of 10@35
Cable Crossovers: 1 set of 10@20, 2 sets of 10@25
Machine Press to fatigue: set @70, set @80

Meal 6: 7:15 pm (out w/ friend after workout but stuck to salad bar)

salad w/ cucumbers, green peppers, broccoli, carrots
honey mustard dressing (absolutely no "healthy" dressing. This just killed me on the carbs for the day )
16 oz water

Protein Drink just before bed

Totals: 1590 (38% carbs, 375 protein, 25% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Friday, Oct 14

5:20 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:40 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
1/3 c egg beaters egg whites
1/4 c oatmeal w/ raspberries, 1/4 scoop protein powder
1 liter water

1 c coffee w/ 1 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

Protein Bar
17 oz water

Meal 3: Noon

3.5 oz grilled chix
1 c steamed broccoli
1 liter water

17 oz water

4:35 pm: 2 Glucorell-R

Meal 4: 4:50 pm - Reward Meal

3 chix fajitas - chix, peppers, onions and flour tortillas
tortilla chips
cheese dip mixed w/ salsa
1/2 c spanish rice
~40 oz water

Ended up drinking two glasses of water for every fajita, not to mention the two before I started eating. Went in there with every intention of having desert, then felt so guilty that I couldn't order it!!

No workout today. Mexican food and weights don't mix for me so will go to bed early and get up to do sprints in the morning. Then hit the gym tomorrow night. One thing to note from this reward meal - I now feel like s*#t!!

 

[buffalogal]

Saturday, Oct 15

4 am: 2 Cardio Breeze

4:30 am: HIIT Cardio, 30 sec sprint@8MPH, 1 min jog@5MPH x 8 on treadmill
17 oz water

5:15 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:40 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1/2 c egg beaters egg whites
1/4 c oatmeal w/ 15 raspberries, 1/4 scoop protein, splenda
1 liter water

2 c coffee, 2 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

Protein Bar
17 oz water

11:30 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: Noon

2 T-Rex
12 peel n eat shrimp
2 T shrimp sauce
1 medium apple
2 T natty PB
1 liter water

17 oz water

Meal 4: 4:30 pm

3 oz grilled chix w/ creole seasoning
1/4 c broccoli w/ bread crumb, parmesan cheese
17 oz water

Workout: Biceps, Triceps

Inc Curls: 3x10@20lbs
Hammer Curls: 3x10@15lbs
Preacher Curls: 2x10@15lbs, 1x10@20lbs
High Cable Curls: 2x10@30lbs, 1x10@40lbs
Seated Dips: 3x10 w/ 25lb plate
Pressdowns: 1x10@50lbs, 2x10@60lbs
Kickback w/ cables: 1x10@10lbs, 2x10@15lbs
17 oz water

PWO Protein Drink

Meal 5: 7:45 pm

Homemade protein bar w/ protein powder, oatmeal, natty PB

Totals: 1427 cals (37% protein, 33% carbs, 29% fat)

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 16

Meal 1: 5:50 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
2 turkey sausage links
4 scrambled egg whites
1 liter water

3 c coffee w/ 6 total oz skim milk

Meal 2: 9 am

Carb-wise protein bar
17 oz water

Meal 3: 12:15 pm

2 T-Rex
3 oz grilled chix
1/2 c broccoli with cheese-herb sauce
1 liter water

17 oz water

Meal 4: 3:30 pm

Homemade protein bar
Protein drink

Meal 5: 7 pm

10 grilled med shrimp
1/2 c green beans
1 liter water

Off day from gym. Only cardio was 30 minutes spent mowing.

 

[buffalogal]

Sunday, Oct 16

Meal 1: 5:50 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
2 T-Rex
2 turkey sausage links
4 scrambled egg whites
1 liter water

3 c coffee w/ 6 total oz skim milk

Meal 2: 9 am

Carb-wise protein bar
17 oz water

Meal 3: 12:15 pm

2 T-Rex
3 oz grilled chix
1/2 c broccoli with cheese-herb sauce
1 liter water

17 oz water

Meal 4: 3:30 pm

Homemade protein bar
Protein drink

Meal 5: 7 pm

10 grilled med shrimp
1/2 c green beans
1 liter water

Off day from gym. Only cardio was 30 minutes spent mowing.

Meal 6: 8:45 pm - I am starving!!!

1/2 c sugar-free pistachio pudding w/ 1/4 scoop protein powder

Totals: 1606 cals (36% protein, 32% carbs, 33% fat )

 

[strawberry2]

Hello there BuffaloGal!
Quick question for you (I apologize if someone has already asked):
How do you make those "homemade" Protein Bars?

Thanks!

Saturday, Oct 15

4 am: 2 Cardio Breeze

4:30 am: HIIT Cardio, 30 sec sprint@8MPH, 1 min jog@5MPH x 8 on treadmill
17 oz water

5:15 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 1: 5:40 am

1 multi-vitamin
1 potassium supp
1/2 c egg beaters egg whites
1/4 c oatmeal w/ 15 raspberries, 1/4 scoop protein, splenda
1 liter water

2 c coffee, 2 T non-fat creamer

Meal 2: 9 am

Protein Bar
17 oz water

11:30 am: 1 Glucorell-R

Meal 3: Noon

2 T-Rex
12 peel n eat shrimp
2 T shrimp sauce
1 medium apple
2 T natty PB
1 liter water

17 oz water

Meal 4: 4:30 pm

3 oz grilled chix w/ creole seasoning
1/4 c broccoli w/ bread crumb, parmesan cheese
17 oz water

Workout: Biceps, Triceps

Inc Curls: 3x10@20lbs
Hammer Curls: 3x10@15lbs
Preacher Curls: 2x10@15lbs, 1x10@20lbs
High Cable Curls: 2x10@30lbs, 1x10@40lbs
Seated Dips: 3x10 w/ 25lb plate
Pressdowns: 1x10@50lbs, 2x10@60lbs
Kickback w/ cables: 1x10@10lbs, 2x10@15lbs
17 oz water

PWO Protein Drink

Meal 5: 7:45 pm

Homemade protein bar w/ protein powder, oatmeal, natty PB

Totals: 1427 cals (37% protein, 33% carbs, 29% fat)