Que's Journey begins

[scorpiogirl]

I asked her flat out and her response was "I don't have time to talk right now.....blah blah blah...." I love her very much but Im over all the drama. I don't live my life on a stage and as much as I love her I refuse to allow her to drag me onto hers.

I miss the 4 am morning lovins from the grandbaby

Just the fact that she can't give you a straight answer means that she feels GUILTY about something and doesn't want confrontation with you. I think she knows she could handle this better.......

oh well, she'll learn, right? That's what I tell myself everyday - hoping, along the way, no harm or trouble comes to her.

 

[que_66]

Just the fact that she can't give you a straight answer means that she feels GUILTY about something and doesn't want confrontation with you. I think she knows she could handle this better.......

oh well, she'll learn, right? That's what I tell myself everyday - hoping, along the way, no harm or trouble comes to her.

I'm still struggling with all the emotions tied to this situation and if I didn't go to the gym I'd prolly have a breakdown or something. I've tried to be objective & look at it from all sides & even family has said she's being a butthead but there's always those doubts that I'm doing the right thing, etc. etc. etc.

OK, I'm off to the gym for BACK NITE !!! Strong sexy back here I come!!

 

[*Bunny*]

""How to deal with men: Use small words, include commands, finish with a grunting noise.
-----IE: You, My place, cardio, nekkid, now, *grunt*""


LMFAO ^^^^

 

[que_66]

***Week 3, Day 2***

Tuesday 04/11/06

Supplements:
AM: Forgot to take them
*OneSource Womens Complete multi vitamin. (1x per day)
*B Complex - (1x per day)
*B6 - 100mg (1x per day)
*Gentle Iron – 56 mg (Iron glycinate)
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg (2x per day)
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)

PM: forgot to take them
*Calcium w/D - 600mg/125IU (1x per day)
*Vitamin C – 1000 mg (1x per day)
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg (2x per day)
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO. I had this PWO
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake

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Breakfast
1 pkt instant cream of wheat
32 oz coffee w/splenda & FF creamer

Snack
2 egg whites

Lunch
8 oz Shredded Lettuce
1 pkt Reduced fat ranch dressing from Wendy's
6 oz Tuna, water packed, drained
12 oz cottage cheese
20 oz green tea

Snack
Didn't get one

*****BACK DAY*****

Dinner
2 Smart Ones Dragon Shrimp LoMein dinners

Late Snack - PWO
16 oz choc whey shake w/skim milk

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Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1870,
Fat (g): 42, 21%
Carbs (g): 181, 38%
Protein (g): 184, 41%

I stayed within my ranges today but just barely.
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Workout was:

>>BACK & REAR DELTS<<
--Hyperextension.....1x10 4TUT & 5 - 5 pulse reps OMG OWIE!!
--Lower Back..........2x20 #60, 2x15 #70
--Hi Row................2x20 #35, 2x15 #35
--Low row..............4x10 #35 (migraine is really kickin in now)
--Rear Delts............4x15/12/10/8 #25
--Reverse Flys.........1x10 #5 (had to stop, ready to throw up, d*** migraines)

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Woke up with a headache and fighting a migraine all day. It finally got it's way. I didn't even get to do my favorite machine on back day.
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[que_66]

Woohooo my Yohimburn DF left Chatanooga TN this morning at 3:35am. Should be here tomorrow.

 

[que_66]

I'm still feeling a few of the residuals from last nights migraine but even with that I'd rather be at the gym sweatin my apples off and mumbling incoherently for TUT counts

Yes, I'm a dork.








p.s.
Mermaid get your fins to the gym!

 

[treilin]

Woke up with a headache and fighting a migraine all day. It finally got it's way. I didn't even get to do my favorite machine on back day.

How did you sleep last night??? A) Do you sleep on big pillows? B) Do you try and sleep on a flatter surface on your back? C) Do you sleep on your side or stomach? The best position is on your back, pillow under the knees, and a rolled up towel under the neck just for support (not to big of a roll just a rest for your neck).

I used to get migraines and I see a lot of 'Women' who get migraines. I adjusted my sleeping which took a lot of time and effort (I love sleeping on my side).

Ever notice that more women then men tend to get migraines. I forget the poll I was reading but it was a way higher percentage in women then in men. Women tend to carry pain in their upper back and head. Men tend to carry it more around the lower back and hips. Women seem to sit in front of the computer hunched over which closes off the upper body and rounds the shoulders which then puts more strain on the upper back and neck = Migraines. The reason more men have issues with the lower back has to do with the pelvis differences between women and men.

So between stress, posture, and sleeping patterns I think you could have a good case to why you have a migraine.

 

[que_66]

How did you sleep last night??? A) Do you sleep on big pillows? B) Do you try and sleep on a flatter surface on your back? C) Do you sleep on your side or stomach? The best position is on your back, pillow under the knees, and a rolled up towel under the neck just for support (not to big of a roll just a rest for your neck).

I used to get migraines and I see a lot of 'Women' who get migraines. I adjusted my sleeping which took a lot of time and effort (I love sleeping on my side).

Ever notice that more women then men tend to get migraines. I forget the poll I was reading but it was a way higher percentage in women then in men. Women tend to carry pain in their upper back and head. Men tend to carry it more around the lower back and hips. Women seem to sit in front of the computer hunched over which closes off the upper body and rounds the shoulders which then puts more strain on the upper back and neck = Migraines. The reason more men have issues with the lower back has to do with the pelvis differences between women and men.

So between stress, posture, and sleeping patterns I think you could have a good case to why you have a migraine.

A) No, just a small one under my neck. (It's a travel pillow.)

B) I sleep on my back & my mattress is semi-firm.

C) Occassionally I sleep on my side but mostly on my back. (I used to sleep on my side all the time.)

D) I've always had good posture when sitting, standing, etc. and I still get an occasional comment regarding it. Mom used to walk by and flip us between the shoulder blades if we slouched while sitting or didn't have our "head up & shoulders back."

My triggers are menstruation, certain foods, stress, etc. etc. and lately I've been really stressing over the situation with my daughter. I'm trying not to but it's hard.

Thanks for the info. You're wonderful like always.

 

[que_66]

Woohooo my Yohimburn DF left Chatanooga TN this morning at 3:35am. Should be here tomorrow.

Package Progress:
Activity: ARRIVAL SCAN
Location: INDIANAPOLIS, IN, US
Date: 04/12/2006
Time: 1:13 P.M.



Dear UPS driver,
Obey the laws & don't wreck...can you let Dale drive that truck?

 

[que_66]

Went to see the grandbaby before hitting the gym. I miss her.

Daughter wouldn't talk to me at all. Acted like I didn't exist & when she did speak she snapped my head off. She still couldn't muster the courage to tell me she wanted to live at her dad's so my ex told me.

He also told me that he has filed court papers to have both of the kids emancipated since one is already on her own and the other leaves for college in July. (This means he gets to stop paying child support all together even though they are still in college.)

Yes it's a financial impact but I've been trying to prepare for it because I knew it was coming relatively soon. I just hope that I don't have to give up the gym membership or get a second job. I guess the upside is that my food bill won't be as high.

I'm not a perfect parent, I've screwed up more than once with my kids. We are supposed to forgive them but forgiveness for parents doesn't exist. I'm at the point I just don't care. I'm over the bullshit, the lies, the attitude and the manipulation and yet somehow I've remained the bad guy. Must be the new math cuz I can't get that to add up.

My stomach has been in knots for days and I couldn't even concentrate on my workout tonite.

Sorry for dumping the dirty laundry.

 

[mermaid]

Wish I knew what to say about your family, I'm sorry you're going through this

If needs be, I will pay for your gym membership and that's a promise. I ain't going through this mental and physical pain on my own without you, Q

 

[que_66]

Wish I knew what to say about your family, I'm sorry you're going through this

Thanks, I appreciate that very much.

If needs be, I will pay for your gym membership and that's a promise. I ain't going through this mental and physical pain on my own without you, Q

No way toots, can't & won't let you do that.
Everything happens for a reason.
I seem to have a problem with the whole surrendering thing so I'm sure I'll figure something out.

Besides, you're not getting rid of me that easily!

 

[scorpiogirl]

Sweetie....you're going to be OK! (((((HUGE HUG)))))

I kinda have issues with my daughter right now too, as you know, and it DOES get easier. I know you miss your grandchild, you will see that cute little face whenever you want - she has not tried to stop you yet, so I think you're ok there.

If your children are both 18 or over, and you cannot afford to put them through school soley, then see if the girls will commit to helping - since dad obviously doesn't give a shit about their education. Show them you do, and let them know you need their VESTED INTEREST in their education due to your financial situation. Asking them for a committment doesn't mean you don't care, it means you DO. You want to help as much as you can, but you just can't do it all on your own. Even if it means drawing up a legal contract for them to pay you X amount AFTER they've graduated and have a good job!

As far as the snotty one....I think she just needs to do it all on her own since she has no regard for what you've done for her up to this point or how much you love her and her child. Doesn't mean you don't love her, Que....but you HAVE to give her boundaries!!! Speaking from personal experience here.....you've ALWAYS been there for her to fall back on, right? She needs to know that mom isn't going to be able to save her EVERY time. I'm going thru this right at this very moment myself.......I know, it's hard and it sucks and you're loosing tears right now.....but be strong! All you can do is love "your girls". You may WANT to do more, but sometimes it just isn't possible without ruining yourself in the process.

How much do you love YOU, QUE?!?!?

(I usually proof read, but this came straight from the heart and I'm not going to. Sorry if there are typos here! lol)

 

[que_66]

Sweetie....you're going to be OK! (((((HUGE HUG)))))

I kinda have issues with my daughter right now too, as you know, and it DOES get easier. I know you miss your grandchild, you will see that cute little face whenever you want - she has not tried to stop you yet, so I think you're ok there.

If your children are both 18 or over, and you cannot afford to put them through school soley, then see if the girls will commit to helping - since dad obviously doesn't give a shit about their education. Show them you do, and let them know you need their VESTED INTEREST in their education due to your financial situation. Asking them for a committment doesn't mean you don't care, it means you DO. You want to help as much as you can, but you just can't do it all on your own. Even if it means drawing up a legal contract for them to pay you X amount AFTER they've graduated and have a good job!

As far as the snotty one....I think she just needs to do it all on her own since she has no regard for what you've done for her up to this point or how much you love her and her child. Doesn't mean you don't love her, Que....but you HAVE to give her boundaries!!! Speaking from personal experience here.....you've ALWAYS been there for her to fall back on, right? She needs to know that mom isn't going to be able to save her EVERY time. I'm going thru this right at this very moment myself.......I know, it's hard and it sucks and you're loosing tears right now.....but be strong! All you can do is love "your girls". You may WANT to do more, but sometimes it just isn't possible without ruining yourself in the process.

How much do you love YOU, QUE?!?!?

(I usually proof read, but this came straight from the heart and I'm not going to. Sorry if there are typos here! lol)

Dad co-signed on the snotty one's student loan. Cosigned. Didn't pay for but cosigned.

I'm soooooooooooooo over the whole friggin mess cuz it's eatin me alive.


Thanks for the hugs

 

[que_66]

***Week 3, Day 3***

Wednesday 04/12/06

Supplements:
AM:
*OneSource Womens Complete multi vitamin. (1x per day)
*B Complex - (1x per day)
*B6 - 100mg (1x per day)
*Gentle Iron – 56 mg (Iron glycinate)
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg (2x per day)
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)

PM:I didn't feel like taking these.
*Calcium w/D - 600mg/125IU (1x per day)
*Vitamin C – 1000 mg (1x per day)
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg (2x per day)
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO. I had this PRE & PWO
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake

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Breakfast
1 pkt instant cream of wheat
48 oz coffee w/splenda & FF creamer

Snack
1 can green beans, drained
8.3 oz Red Bull sugar free drink (tried it for the 1st time today.)

Lunch
8 oz Shredded Lettuce (I forgot to bring dressing)
6 oz Tyson seasoned steak strips

Snack
2 egg whites
8 oz Monster low carb energy drink (tried this one too & poured out the rest of the can)

*****CHEST & ABS DAY*****

Dinner - PreWO
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk

Late Snack - PWO
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk
1 tbsp Skippy Natty pnut butter.

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Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 32, 19%
Carbs (g): 125, 30%
Protein (g): 190, 50%

I stayed within my ranges today but just barely. My stomach's been upset the last few days and I'm starving and not hungry at the same time.
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Workout was:

>>CHEST<<
--Chest Press Wide grip.....2x20 #25, 2x15 #25
--Chest press Narrow Grip..2x20 #50, 2x15 #50
--Incline Flyes.................4x10 4TUT #10 (arms are shaking on every rep)
--Verticle Butterflys.........4x10 #30 (arms still shaking)

>>ABS<<
--Crunch-Lower Abs.....4x20 #70
--Crunch-Upper Abs.....4x10 #60

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I agree with HBB, I need a f*cking vacation and I need it NOW! Anyone coming to Indiana by way of Oklahoma who could pick up my sex slave and deliver him here??? OK just askin.
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[*Bunny*]

I see you're up right along with me!!! Good morning ... off to gym Have a great day my fellow fiery redhead

 

[Gymgurl]

((((hugs)))))

 

[que_66]

Well the stress is getting the better of me...I'm home with a migraine that isn't responding to meds so Max and I are gonna take a nappy-nap and see if it helps make it all better. The gym is closed tomorrow so I dont want to miss tonite and tomorrow.

 

[que_66]

Well the headache is a little better, the nap helped some.

The UPS website says my YDF is "out for delivery" and I sure hope that guy gets here soon I wanna get to the gym wearin some!

...and I need to buy groceries again.....

 

[que_66]

Thursday:
Well the Yohimburn DF came in and I had to try some before I ran off to the gym & then the grocery store. I applied to stomach, thighs & butt cheeks - - froze my a$$ off -I actually had goose bumps waiting to make sure it was dry before I put clothes on. Brrrrrrrrrrrr

Went to the gym and did the treadmill for 30 minutes with alternating incline & alternating speed. Didn't feel too different than normal but I was also in shorts instead of long pants. That might make a difference.

After that I did my shoulders, bi's & tri's work because I thought the gym was closed today. It isn't, it's closed on Sunday.

Than I went grocery shopping - always a joy.
When I got home daughter was there with the grandbaby so I babysat for a while so she could run errands. Gave the baby a bath, played, etc.

Friday:
I'll post Thursday's food & stuff a little later - today's a bit crazy and I haven't even had any coffee today and it's 1:30pm

 

[que_66]

***Week 3, Day 4***

Thursday 04/13/06

Supplements:
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.

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Breakfast
1 pkt instant cream of wheat
48 oz coffee w/splenda & FF creamer

Snack
1 can asparagus pieces, drained

Lunch
6 oz Tyson seasoned steak strips

Snack
12 oz Monster low carb energy drink (tried this one too & poured out the rest of the can)

*****Shoulders, Biceps, Triceps*****

Snack - PreWO
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk

Dinner - PWO
2 SouthBeach Sesame chicken wrap meals
2 tbsp Skippy Natty pnut butter.

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Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1563
Fat (g): 46, 28%
Carbs (g): 144, 29%
Protein (g): 160, 43%

I stayed within my ranges today but just barely.
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Workout was:

>>CARDIO<<
30 min treadmill w/alternating incline and alternating speed. (This just flat wore me out.)

>>SHOULDERS<<
--Shrugs....................15/12/10/10 #15
--Straight Arm raises....12/10/8/8 #8

>>BICEPS & TRICEPS<<
--Tricep Ext.............15/#15, 12#20, 10/#20, 10/#25 (finally found the right weight)
--Bicep curls............4x10 #20

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Anyone coming to Indiana by way of Oklahoma who could pick up my sex slave and deliver him here??? OK just askin.
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***Week 3, Day 5***

Friday 04/14/06

Supplements:
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake

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Breakfast
16 oz Crystal Light Sunrise drink

Snack
4 egg whites

Snack
1 Reese mini pbutter cup (Yes, I only ate 1)
12 oz Monster low carb energy drink (tried this one too & poured out the rest out, sipped on it all afternoon till workout time)

Lunch/Afternoon Snack
2 South Beach Diet Turkey & Bacon Wrap meals

Snack/Dinner - PWO
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk

*****CARDIO*****

Late Snack
2 tbsp Natty pnut butter.
6 oz Tyson Steak strips

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Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1739
Fat (g): 61, 32%
Carbs (g): 148, 26%
Protein (g): 181, 42%
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Workout was:

>>TREADMILL<<
15 Min at 3.5 mph

>>ELIPTICAL<<
5 Min at alternating levels of resistance.***************************************************************

 

[iceprincess]

Hey que!!

What's up with the Reeses PB cup??? (annnddd CAUGHT!!!)

Other then that...you are lookin good girl!!

 

[Gymgurl]

Morning Q!! Hey you stoped at one that is good! But you are caught by IP

 

[que_66]

I really really wanted that large double-layered piece of fudge cake with german chocolate icing from the deli..........but I settled for 1 mini Reese cup.

 

[*Bunny*]

drop and give me 20 pushups (ok knees are fine) + 20 crunches ... repeat 3 times...

 

[que_66]

drop and give me 20 pushups (ok knees are fine) + 20 crunches ... repeat 3 times...

HBB your updated pics look great !!!!!!!!!!

 

[iceprincess]

HBB your updated pics look great !!!!!!!!!!

Tryin to change the subject I see....

Have a fantabulous day girl!!

 

[que_66]

I'm headed to the gym for cardio & then back home to mow the yard, can I trade that for the pushups & situps?

New goal:
5-6 days cardio every week w/at least 3 of those days being no less than 30 min sessions.

Why all the cardio?
Tired of being fat.
Fat has to go.
Fat doesn't like cardio.

Ulterior motive:
pervert neighbor starts day shift on Monday. That means he'll be buggin me every night......unless I'm at the gym He wouldn't ever join a gym cuz he's too much of a homophobe & I'd be the person to tell him the gym is full of gay men. He'll never step thru the door.

 

[scorpiogirl]

I'm headed to the gym for cardio & then back home to mow the yard, can I trade that for the pushups & situps?

New goal:
5-6 days cardio every week w/at least 3 of those days being no less than 30 min sessions.

Why all the cardio?
Tired of being fat.
Fat has to go.
Fat doesn't like cardio.

Ulterior motive:
pervert neighbor starts day shift on Monday. That means he'll be buggin me every night......unless I'm at the gym He wouldn't ever join a gym cuz he's too much of a homophobe & I'd be the person to tell him the gym is full of gay men. He'll never step thru the door.

Good luck with the updated goals, Que! Tweek as needed

Good job on JUST ONE Reese's - Yummmmm

 

[*Bunny*]

I'm headed to the gym for cardio & then back home to mow the yard, can I trade that for the pushups & situps?

Negative ...

 

[que_66]

Well I've been toying with the idea of working each body part twice a week. I know others have progressed to that point and I think I'm at a point where I know what my body can and cannot handle. I'm nervous though.

I'm sure I'll have to tweak this workout and work in the cardio 5-6 days per week. I'm shooting for cardio in the morning before work and then lifting in the evenings.

I found this in a Beverly International Newsletter I was reading while clippin along on the treadmill at 3.5 mph. It's the one that fitness models & competitors have started with to get ready for a fitness competition.

Here's the link for the full story

Monday and Thursday
Exercise/Sets/Reps
Crunches.................3 20-30
Leg Raises...............3 20-30
Oblique Crunches......3 20-30
DB Rows..................4 8-12
Pulldowns................3 10-12
Shrugs....................3 10-15
Hyperextensions........3 10-15
Incline DB Curls.........3 10-12
Concentration Curl.....3 10-12
Calf Raises...............4 10-15
Calf Presses.............4 15-20

Tuesday and Friday
Exercise/Sets/Reps
Crunches.................3 20-30
Leg Raises...............3 20-30
Oblique Crunches......3 20-25
Incline DB Presses.....4 8-10
Incline Flyes.............3 10-12
Pec Deck.................3 10-12
Shoulder Presses.......3 8-10
DB Laterals...............3 10-12
DB Presses...............3 8-10
Triceps Extensions.....3 10-12
Triceps Pushdowns....3 10-12

Wednesday and Saturday
Exercise/Sets/Reps
Crunches.................3 20-30
Leg Raises...............3 20-30
Oblique Crunches......3 20-30
Squats....................4 10-15
Leg Presses..............3 10-15
Leg Extensions..........4 10-15
Leg Curls..................4 10-15
Seated Calf Raises......3 10-15
Calf Raises................3 15-20

Any thoughts on how I can rearrange this to be only Monday-Friday?

I am going to live at the gym for the next couple of months because I have to get a second job. I am planning on the second job being Saturday and Sunday only. I don't want to give up my gym membership unless I absolutely have to.

 

[que_66]

30 min on the treadmill earlier today and now the yard is mowed. Cardio for today: Done

I've had a very bad afternoon. I may just drink a Micelob Ultra or two and say Fook it for the night.

I haven't drank in quite some time so drinking 1 should make me very sleepy and drinking two should knock my fat a$$ out for the nite.

 

[Roonytunes]

I hope your Saturday gets better, Que!

 

[que_66]

I hope your Saturday gets better, Que!

I do too.

Thanks Rooney

 

[Aries13]

WHy do you say teenagers are evil?? WHat happened? By the way, I agree.... from personal experience. I can account for every single gray hair my mom has on her head.... and she's only 45! I was terrible between 13-17.... just when I remember the shi* I pulled...mannnn

 

[que_66]

WHy do you say teenagers are evil?? WHat happened? By the way, I agree.... from personal experience. I can account for every single gray hair my mom has on her head.... and she's only 45! I was terrible between 13-17.... just when I remember the shi* I pulled...mannnn

My daughter is a drama queen. (She's 18 & has a 6 mo old)
If there isn't any drama happening she creates some.
I love her but I can't stand the bs, it's tearing me up.
She says I'm evil and went to live with her dad & does her best to not let me see the baby. (I refuse to play the drama game)
Her dad is a control freak and helped this situation along because it meant he gets the grandbaby while she's away at school for 15 months.
He told me today that he's sueing me for college costs, support, blah blah blah and that me only having 1 income isn't his problem blah blah blah.
I'm looking into a 2nd job on weekends only cuz now I'm going to have attorney fees too.

That about covers it.

(Sorry for dumping)

 

[que_66]

Well I've been toying with the idea of working each body part twice a week. I know others have progressed to that point and I think I'm at a point where I know what my body can and cannot handle. I'm nervous though.

I'm sure I'll have to tweak this workout and work in the cardio 5-6 days per week. I'm shooting for cardio in the morning before work and then lifting in the evenings.

I found this in a Beverly International Newsletter I was reading while clippin along on the treadmill at 3.5 mph. It's the one that fitness models & competitors have started with to get ready for a fitness competition.

Here's the link for the full story

Monday and Thursday
Exercise/Sets/Reps
Crunches.................3 20-30
Leg Raises...............3 20-30
Oblique Crunches......3 20-30
DB Rows..................4 8-12
Pulldowns................3 10-12
Shrugs....................3 10-15
Hyperextensions........3 10-15
Incline DB Curls.........3 10-12
Concentration Curl.....3 10-12
Calf Raises...............4 10-15
Calf Presses.............4 15-20

Tuesday and Friday
Exercise/Sets/Reps
Crunches.................3 20-30
Leg Raises...............3 20-30
Oblique Crunches......3 20-25
Incline DB Presses.....4 8-10
Incline Flyes.............3 10-12
Pec Deck.................3 10-12
Shoulder Presses.......3 8-10
DB Laterals...............3 10-12
DB Presses...............3 8-10
Triceps Extensions.....3 10-12
Triceps Pushdowns....3 10-12

Wednesday and Saturday
Exercise/Sets/Reps
Crunches.................3 20-30
Leg Raises...............3 20-30
Oblique Crunches......3 20-30
Squats....................4 10-15
Leg Presses..............3 10-15
Leg Extensions..........4 10-15
Leg Curls..................4 10-15
Seated Calf Raises......3 10-15
Calf Raises................3 15-20

Any thoughts on how I can rearrange this to be only Monday-Friday?

I am going to live at the gym for the next couple of months because I have to get a second job. I am planning on the second job being Saturday and Sunday only. I don't want to give up my gym membership unless I absolutely have to.

Bumpin for some suggestions ^^^^^^

And Happy Easter Everyone!!

 

[scorpiogirl]

He told me today that he's sueing me for college costs, support, blah blah blah and that me only having 1 income isn't his problem blah blah blah.

SPIT BEVERAGE ALL OVER THE PLACE.......EXCUSE ME?????? Dear child is 18 FREAKIN' YEARS OLD!!!!! Time to GROW UP and do it on HER OWN!!!!!!!!

I'm sorry, Que......she needs a good smack up side the head! ....and so does her DADDY for that matter!

I'm curious as to how she can SUE you for her college education when she's AN ADULT and I'm assuming you had no CONTRACT that LEGALLY BOUND you to being responsible for said ADULT EDUCATION!!!!!

I appologize if that offended you. I am just disgusted at how "un- grown-up" she is!

 

[Aries13]

The idiot dad is suing her! Like that would make the situation any better. Im sorry about all this shi*.... you dont deserve any of it! Just hang in there... Im not one to give advice on this being a kid my self... But I hope it all works out .. and soon.

--->Hugs and Kisses!!!!!!!

 

[curgeo]

Good luck on all the legal matters and on your daughter. It sucks, but you will get through it. My drama is just beginning....

I took a look at the bev workout. You have been training for about 7 months right? How have your gains been? Have you hit a plateu yet? The reason I ask is looking at it, that really is a lot of sets to be doing 6 days a week. I subscribe to the theory that less is more. I like to stimulate the muscles with 5 or 6 exercises and be done with the workout. I think this works well for most people if you concentrate on the les/back/chest/shoulders. I usually mix it up by 2 days each of upper body and lower body.

 

[que_66]

No contract for educational expenses, not even in the divorce decree. Didn't know to ask for any back then. Ex is trying to intimidate me into submission and when his strongarm techniques didn't work he threatens with court. So be it.

I know he's using her and she is using him. They both need to remember that what goes around comes around.

Just trying to immerse myself in exercise to deal with everything. It always helps.



Curgeo - I've been dieting for a couple of years but only dieting properly since I joined EF. I had stopped everything (diet, exercise,etc) in Jan/Feb because of family situations and I've just re-started my journey to fitness when I joined the gym recently. I'm on week 4 of the re-start.

 

[FlyBrownChick]

Oh Que...I have no words of wisdom because I honestly don't know how it feels. Big hugs to you, sweetie...You're hanging tough. Keep on! We are definitely here to support you.

About that workout...hmmm. Me no likey. Full bodys, upper lowers, push pulls are much better and will keep you from overtraining.

 

[que_66]

Took the little round dog of mine for a walk, he needs to work off that winter belly of his.

Walking turned him into a little poop machine. I take baggies with me cuz we have to pick up whatever our dog leaves behind.

We pick up their sh*t and we're the dominant species???????

 

[scorpiogirl]

No contract for educational expenses, not even in the divorce decree. Didn't know to ask for any back then. Ex is trying to intimidate me into submission and when his strongarm techniques didn't work he threatens with court. So be it.

I know he's using her and she is using him. They both need to remember that what goes around comes around.

Just trying to immerse myself in exercise to deal with everything. It always helps.

Well, I really don't know what they're expecting to get from you - because they can't/won't get a dime. She's an adult now and you are no longer responsible for her. Simply the fact that her father is trying to bully you with "suing her for college expenses when she's 18 years old" tells me he ain't the sharpest tool in the shed!

Speaking from personal experience here - you are only responsible for your childs elementary/high school education. Anything beyond that - if they're 18 or over, is up to them (or whomever agrees to pay it for them). This came straight from the mouth of my attorney when I was trying to emancipate my daugher.

No worries......tell him to kiss your ass!!!

...and your little round dog... lol....funny isn't it - they have US trained!

 

[que_66]

I can't express in words how much the support of the people in this forum means to me. Thank you so very much

 

[FlyBrownChick]

We pick up their sh*t and we're the dominant species???????

OMG...I am SO with you on this. And I have a big dog...so he makes big sh*t. What kind of dog do you have?

 

[scorpiogirl]

I can't express in words how much the support of the people in this forum means to me. Thank you so very much

Anytime, Que!

 

[que_66]

OMG...I am SO with you on this. And I have a big dog...so he makes big sh*t. What kind of dog do you have?

Maxwell is a snoodle. Half poodle & Half schnauzer.

Maxwell

 

[que_66]

***Week 3, Day 6***

Saturday 04/15/06

Supplements:
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.

**************************************************************

Breakfast (about noon, I slept in)
1.5 c grape nuts flakes
1.25 c skim milk
24 oz coffee w/splenda & FF creamer

*****CARDIO-TREADMILL*****

Snack
16 oz choc whey w/skim milk
2 tsp glutamine in shake

*****MOWED THE LAWN*****

Late Snack
1.5 c grape nuts flakes (I was in the mood for cereal)
1.25 c skim milk

Dinner
8 oz shredded lettuce
1/4 c FF italian dressing
6 oz Tyson buffalo spiced chicken strips

Late Snack
2 tbsp Simply Jiff.
I don't have to worry about overeating this cuz it isn't as good as the Skippy NPB.
***************************************************************
Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1584
Fat (g): 27, 16%
Carbs (g): 189, 45%
Protein (g): 150, 39%

I stayed within my ranges today.
***************************************************************
Workout was:

>>CARDIO<<
30 min treadmill w/alternating incline and alternating speed. (This just flat wore me out.)

Mowed the lawn.

***************************************************************

***Week 3, Day 7***

Sunday 04/16/06

Supplements:
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake

**************************************************************

Breakfast
1 c grape nuts flakes
1 c skim milk

Snack
16 oz whey shake w/2tsp glutamine

*****WALKED THE FAT DOG*****

Lunch
1 South Beach Diet Sesame Chicken wrap meal

Snack
1 South Beach Diet Sesame Chicken wrap meal

Dinner
??????? Don't know yet - currently at 1072 calories for today.

Late Snack
???????Don't know yet

***************************************************************
Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories:
Fat (g): %
Carbs (g): %
Protein (g): %
**************************************************************
Workout was:

>>WALKING<<
Walking the fat dog for 20 minutes...he's a little poop machine.

***************************************************************

 

[que_66]

Well tomorrow starts my first day of my new goal of 5 days of cardio. I have BB's TaeBo Cardio (blue case) & TaeBo Total Body Fat Blaster (red case) dvd's that I plan on using for am cardio. I've done the Total Body one before but I just got the TaeBo Cardio dvd the other day.

I want to shift my cardio to mornings so that evenings are for lifting. I want to start working body parts twice a week.

I know cardio should be on an empty stomach but if I don't eat something within about 30 min of waking I get sick. Hypoglycemic & extra stomach acid - what a joy! I figure if I can keep the food that I need first thing in the am to the minimum so that I don't hurl then I should be ok. Gonna try Crystal Light Sunrise drink tomorrow. Coffee is normally what I have before breakfast but I tried the Crystal light the other morning and it seemed to work ok.

With the whole daughter thing I haven't been sleeping well and I'm nervous because I'm afraid I'll make some excuse to myself about why I didn't get up early enough to exercise.

 

[que_66]

~~Find the guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will stay awake just to watch you sleep. Wait for the guy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in your sweats, who holds your hand in front of his friends. Wait for the one who turns to his friends and says "...that's her."~~

(that's my sig from PCApex)

 

[*Bunny*]

Gonna try Crystal Light Sunrise drink tomorrow.

Ouuu tastes like *TANG* to me .. i love it

~~Find the guy who calls you beautiful instead of hot, who calls you back when you hang up on him, who will stay awake just to watch you sleep. Wait for the guy who kisses your forehead, who wants to show you off to the world when you are in your sweats, who holds your hand in front of his friends. Wait for the one who turns to his friends and says "...that's her."~~

I'm putting this in my sig...

 

[que_66]

Ouuu tastes like *TANG* to me .. i love it



I'm putting this in my sig...

Tang - absolutely

Woohooooooo I'm sigworthy!

Wuv ya HBB!!

 

[que_66]

It's Monday morning 5 am'ish and I'm outta bed. Awake is a different issue all together. Tryin to get my fat a$$ in gear and exercise.

There's a reason I've never been accused of being a morning person. I'm not one.

 

[mermaid]

Sorry it's not been good lately

Nothing like AM cardio to make you forget about your problems for a little while

I will be STOKED if you can come to Treil's show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[que_66]

Sorry it's not been good lately

Nothing like AM cardio to make you forget about your problems for a little while

I will be STOKED if you can come to Treil's show!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Merms


I survived my first morning cardio.......now get your a$$ to the gym!

 

[*Bunny*]

It's Monday morning 5 am'ish and I'm outta bed. Awake is a different issue all together. Tryin to get my fat a$$ in gear and exercise.

There's a reason I've never been accused of being a morning person. I'm not one.

 

[Sassy69]

From another non-morning person .... UP & AT 'EM!

(I couldnt' sleep at all so I got up & posted a bunch of new eye candy on the Pix of Men board.... HOW'S THAT FOR WAKE UP MOTIVATION!)

 

[que_66]

From another non-morning person .... UP & AT 'EM!

(I couldnt' sleep at all so I got up & posted a bunch of new eye candy on the Pix of Men board.... HOW'S THAT FOR WAKE UP MOTIVATION!)

I think I'm too tired for eye candy.....
I'm not sore (yet) but I'm very sleepy.

 

[sbt2082]

Thanks Merms


I survived my first morning cardio.......now get your a$$ to the gym!

Just wanted to say CONGRATS on getting up early and getting to the gym Being a morning person is great hehe... once you get into the fine routine

 

[treilin]

It's Monday morning 5 am'ish and I'm outta bed. Awake is a different issue all together. Tryin to get my fat a$$ in gear and exercise.

There's a reason I've never been accused of being a morning person. I'm not one.

Great job!! It's all about habits. Pretty soon your body will just get up and your brain will still be aslpeep and you will be on that cardio equipment and then finally wake up and think, How did I get here?
I've done that on many occasions

 

[que_66]

For the record this is my mostest-favoritest-group in the whole wide world & I'd be more than happy to help Jay floss his teeth or assist with any other biological exfoliation that he might need

Ok the chorus is my new mantra (so to speak)

From the Rascal Flatts new cd "Me & My Gang."

Song1 - Stand

You feel like a candle in a hurricane
Just like a picture with a broken frame
Alone and helpless, like you’ve lost your fight
But you’ll be alright, you’ll be alright

Chorus:

‘Cause when push comes to shove
You taste what you’re made of
You might bend ‘til you break
‘Cause it’s all you can take
On your knees you look up
Decide you’ve had enough
You get mad, you get strong
Wipe your hands, shake it off
Then you stand, then you stand​

Life’s like a novel with the end ripped out
The edge of a canyon with only one way down
Take what you’re given before it’s gone
And start holdin’ on, keep holdin’ on

Every time you get up and get back in the race
One more small piece of you starts to fall into place – yeah

Yeah then you stand – yeah
Yeah, baby
Woo hoo, Woo hoo, Woo hoo
Then you stand – yeah, yeah

(Credits: Danny Orton, Blair Daly)
www.rascalflatts.com

 

[sbt2082]

For the record this is my mostest-favoritest-group in the whole wide world & I'd be more than happy to help Jay floss his teeth or assist with any other biological exfoliation that he might need

Ok the chorus is my new mantra (so to speak)

From the Rascal Flatts new cd "Me & My Gang."

Song1 - Stand

You feel like a candle in a hurricane
Just like a picture with a broken frame
Alone and helpless, like you’ve lost your fight
But you’ll be alright, you’ll be alright

Chorus:

‘Cause when push comes to shove
You taste what you’re made of
You might bend ‘til you break
‘Cause it’s all you can take
On your knees you look up
Decide you’ve had enough
You get mad, you get strong
Wipe your hands, shake it off
Then you stand, then you stand​

Life’s like a novel with the end ripped out
The edge of a canyon with only one way down
Take what you’re given before it’s gone
And start holdin’ on, keep holdin’ on

Every time you get up and get back in the race
One more small piece of you starts to fall into place – yeah

Yeah then you stand – yeah
Yeah, baby
Woo hoo, Woo hoo, Woo hoo
Then you stand – yeah, yeah

(Credits: Danny Orton, Blair Daly)
www.rascalflatts.com

Hey girl! I couldn't agree with you more on that one... actually the whole CD is pretty darn good, I just got it last week myself

 

[FlyBrownChick]

Nice job on getting up early and doing your cardio! Like the ladies have said...it's a habit you learn quite quickly.

And never feel like you are alone in the AM cardio before the sun rises. I am up with you at 4 AM central, roughing it on the stepmill.

Have a good one!

 

[que_66]

Hey girl! I couldn't agree with you more on that one... actually the whole CD is pretty darn good, I just got it last week myself

I agree. I like all their stuff & been a diehard fan from day1!

Nice job on getting up early and doing your cardio! Like the ladies have said...it's a habit you learn quite quickly.

And never feel like you are alone in the AM cardio before the sun rises. I am up with you at 4 AM central, roughing it on the stepmill.

Have a good one!

For now the cardio is in my living room with a Tae Bo dvd, later I hope to have my ducks in a row so I can go to the gym for cardio. (I'm far too unorganized at the moment.) Gym doesn't even open till 5am.

 

[que_66]

I FORGOT MY FRIGGIN COTTAGE CHEESE FOR LUNCH!!!

I FORGOT THE VINEGAR FOR MY COLLARD GREENS!!!

I FORGOT THE ACID REDUCER PILLS TOO!!!

FRIGGIN MORNING CARDIO MESSED UP MY BRAIN!!!

That leaves tuna & collard greens for lunch w/no seasonings, no cottage cheese & no way to get rid of the acid rumbling in my stomach at the moment.

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

I FORGOT MY FRIGGIN COTTAGE CHEESE FOR LUNCH!!!

I FORGOT THE VINEGAR FOR MY COLLARD GREENS!!!

I FORGOT THE ACID REDUCER PILLS TOO!!!

FRIGGIN MORNING CARDIO MESSED UP MY BRAIN!!!

That leaves tuna & collard greens for lunch w/no seasonings, no cottage cheese & no way to get rid of the acid rumbling in my stomach at the moment.

Yuck, I hate days like these! Feel better, sending some love!

 

[que_66]

Yuck, I hate days like these! Feel better, sending some love!

Thanks WonderfulWoman25

got a 2nd cup of coffee w/creamer & splenda and it isn't working....

 

[*Bunny*]

I FORGOT MY FRIGGIN COTTAGE CHEESE FOR LUNCH!!!

I FORGOT THE VINEGAR FOR MY COLLARD GREENS!!!

I FORGOT THE ACID REDUCER PILLS TOO!!!

FRIGGIN MORNING CARDIO MESSED UP MY BRAIN!!!

That leaves tuna & collard greens for lunch w/no seasonings, no cottage cheese & no way to get rid of the acid rumbling in my stomach at the moment.

Positive note... you got in the a.m. cardio ... chill GF...

You will survive .. bunny vibes your way

 

[que_66]

Positive note... you got in the a.m. cardio ... chill GF...
You will survive .. bunny vibes your way

Thanks HardBunnycakes!

Guess who is being "allowed" to babysit tonite for a couple of hours? MOI

Workout will be later than usual, probably around the 8pm time frame. I'm already dressed so all I have to do is take my lil punkin to pappy's house on my way to the gym later.




@ allowed
@ pappy

 

[que_66]

Grammy put the lil punkin in the umbrella stroller and went for a walk. Rotten lil thing rode the entire way with one hand behind her head. She puts it there when riding in the carseat too LOLOLOL.

 

[que_66]

I'm just too darn sleepy to post food & workout....I'll do it tomorrow.
It's nitey nite time for the Q

 

[mermaid]

When I check your log in the morning, you had better be up and cardioing it in your front room - yes, that's right, I can see you all the way from here.







Whip me good, Q

 

[que_66]

When I check your log in the morning, you had better be up and cardioing it in your front room - yes, that's right, I can see you all the way from here.


Whip me good, Q

Pfffffffffffffftttt!!!!!!!!

I was up early thanks to those freakin birds yackin outside my window

Then I did the Windsor Pilates 20 min workout. I have issues with the whole pill-bug-roll-around-in-a-ball movement and Mari Windsor is just too freakin perky, she needs to take a downer or sumthing. STFU & COUNT ALREADY!


Weight training will be after work as usual.





....and since you can see me from there: ((__/__)) you've been mooned!





Now get ya fins to the gym!

 

[que_66]

***Transformation Week 4, Day 1***

Cardio Goal: 5 days per wk
Workout: Work each body part 2x per wk w/abs 5 days

Monday 04/17/06

Supplements:
AM:
*OneSource Womens Complete multi vitamin.
*B Complex
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg

PM:
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)
*B6 - 100mg (1x per day)
*Gentle Iron – 56 mg (Iron glycinate)
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake

Backed off on some of the supps until I get the stomach acid in check. I guess that since I've been eating better my stomach is working better and thus producing more acid. It already produced too much.
**************************************************************

PRE-CARDIO
8 oz Crystal Light Sunrise

*****CARDIO*****

Breakfast
1 pkt instant cream of wheat
24 oz coffee w/splenda & FF creamer

Snack
2 egg whites

Lunch
6 oz tuna (forgot to bring the cottage cheese)
14.5 oz can collard greens (forgot to bring the vinegar)

Snack
2 egg whites

Dinner
8 oz shredded lettuce
1/4 c FF italian dressing (that doesn't go very far w/8oz lettuce)
6 oz chicken breast, baked

Took the grandbaby for a 20 min walk

PRE-WORKOUT
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk
2 tsp glutamine

*****WORKOUT*****

POST-WORKOUT/Late Snack
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk

Food was all dorked up today because I forgot most of my lunch foods.

***************************************************************
Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1794
Fat (g): 19, 10%
Carbs (g): 136, 31%
Protein (g): 248, 59%
***************************************************************
Workout was:
**Working each body part 2x per week**

--Crunch-Upper Abs.....3x30 #70
--Oblique Crunches......1x20 incline, each side (friggin killed me to do one set!)
--Seated Leg Curl........3x30 #80
--DB rows..................4x12 #30 (need to go heavier, finished all sets too easily)
--Pulldowns................3x12 #50
--Shrugs....................3x15 #30 (I hate these)
--Hypers....................3x15
--Bicep Curls (seated)..3x12 #10 (arm inside of knee for stability)
--Calf Raises...............2x15 #30 (My calves are in such bad shape, these 2 sets HURT)

***************************************************************

 

[sbt2082]

Pfffffffffffffftttt!!!!!!!!

I was up early thanks to those freakin birds yackin outside my window

Then I did the Windsor Pilates 20 min workout. I have issues with the whole pill-bug-roll-around-in-a-ball movement and Mari Windsor is just too freakin perky, she needs to take a downer or sumthing. STFU & COUNT ALREADY!


Weight training will be after work as usual.









....and since you can see me from there: ((__/__)) you've been mooned!





Now get ya fins to the gym!

Great job on the morning cardio again girl! Two days in a row now... let the routine begin!!!

 

[WoNderWoMan25]

Pfffffffffffffftttt!!!!!!!!

I was up early thanks to those freakin birds yackin outside my window

Reminds me of SJP's roommate in the movie 'failure to launch'!

Shoot the damn things, lol!

 

[iceprincess]

You FUNNY, girl!

 

[que_66]

I


AM


SOOOOOOOOOOO


SLEEPY


MY WATCH SHOWS "NAP-THIRTY"

 

[que_66]

Ten Peeves that Dogs Have About Humans

1. Blaming your farts on me... not funny... not funny at all !!!

2. Yelling at me for barking.. I'M A FRIGGIN' DOG, YOU IDIOT!

3. Taking me for a walk, then not letting me check stuff out. Exactly whose walk is this anyway?

4. Any trick that involves balancing food on my nose... stop it!

5. Any haircut that involves bows or ribbons. Now you know why we chew your stuff up when you're not home.

6. The sleight of hand, fake fetch throw. You fooled a dog! Whoooo Hoooooooo what a proud moment for the top of the food chain.

7. Taking me to the vet for "the big snip", then acting surprised when I freak out every time we go back!

8. Getting upset when I sniff the crotches of your guests. Sorry, but I haven't quite mastered that handshake thing yet.

9.Dog sweaters. Hello ???, Haven't you noticed the fur?

10. How you act disgusted when I lick myself. Look, we both know the truth, you're just jealous.

Now lay off me on some of these thing's, We both know who's boss here!!! You don't see me picking up your poop do you ???

 

[scorpiogirl]

Ten Peeves that Dogs Have About Humans

1. Blaming your farts on me... not funny... not funny at all !!!

2. Yelling at me for barking.. I'M A FRIGGIN' DOG, YOU IDIOT!

3. Taking me for a walk, then not letting me check stuff out. Exactly whose walk is this anyway?

4. Any trick that involves balancing food on my nose... stop it!

5. Any haircut that involves bows or ribbons. Now you know why we chew your stuff up when you're not home.

6. The sleight of hand, fake fetch throw. You fooled a dog! Whoooo Hoooooooo what a proud moment for the top of the food chain.

7. Taking me to the vet for "the big snip", then acting surprised when I freak out every time we go back!

8. Getting upset when I sniff the crotches of your guests. Sorry, but I haven't quite mastered that handshake thing yet.

9.Dog sweaters. Hello ???, Haven't you noticed the fur?

10. How you act disgusted when I lick myself. Look, we both know the truth, you're just jealous.

Now lay off me on some of these thing's, We both know who's boss here!!! You don't see me picking up your poop do you ???

 

[que_66]

***Transformation Week 4, Day 2***

Cardio Goal: 5 days per wk
Workout Goal: Work each body part 2x per wk
Work abs 5 days per week

***On day 2 of 5 for all goals.***

Tuesday 04/18/06

Supplements:
AM:
*OneSource Womens Complete multi vitamin.
*B Complex
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg

PM:
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)
*B6 - 100mg (1x per day)
*Gentle Iron – 56 mg (Iron glycinate)
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake

Backed off on some of the supps until I get the stomach acid in check. I guess that since I've been eating better my stomach is working better and thus producing more acid. It already produced too much.
**************************************************************

PRE-CARDIO
24 oz coffee w/FF creamer & splenda (slurped on this mug of coffee until I left for work)

*****CARDIO*****

Breakfast
1 pkt Quaker low sugar instant oatmeal maple/brown sugar
16 oz Crystal Light Sunrise

Snack
2 egg whites

Lunch
6 oz tuna
12 oz Dean's Small curd Cottage Cheese- 1% mf
8 oz shredded lettuce

Snack
2 egg whites

Dinner
6 oz chicken breast, baked

*****WORKOUT*****

POST-WORKOUT
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk
2 tsp glutamine

Late Snack - Proposed
2 tbsp Simply Jiff PB(it's just not a good as skippy natty )

***************************************************************
Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1657
Fat (g): 40, 22%
Carbs (g): 101, 23%
Protein (g): 218, 54%

I stayed within my ranges today.

Why is it that even though I'm eating at approx the same times every day and for the most part am eating the same things everyday and when I started the diet I wasn't starving and now I seem to stay hungry....what gives?
Can the stomach acid have this much of an affect on my appetite?
I had an ulcer when I was younger but I don't remember staying hungry like I am now.

***************************************************************
Workout:
**Working each body part 2x per week**

--AM Cardio - 20 min Windsor Pilates dvd ( freakin noisy birds)

--Crunch-Lower Abs.....3x30/15/10 #60
--Oblique Crunches......3x20 #40
--Leg Raises...............3x30 Oopsie! I forgot to do these
--Incline Press............4x10/9/8 #30
--Incline Flyes............3x12 #10
--Verticle Butterflyes...2x12 #40 & 1x12 #30
--Shoulder Presses......3x10 #30
--DB Laterals..............3x10 #10
--DB Presses..............3x12 #10/#8/#8
--Tricep Ext...............3x12 #35/#25/#25

***************************************************************

 

[scorpiogirl]

Why is it that even though I'm eating at approx the same times every day and for the most part am eating the same things everyday and when I started the diet I wasn't starving and now I seem to stay hungry....what gives?
Can the stomach acid have this much of an affect on my appetite?
I had an ulcer when I was younger but I don't remember staying hungry like I am now.

I'm always more hungry when I do AM cardio......could be what's going on with you...If that's the case, it's a good thing! Increasing metabolism!!!! YEY!!!!!

 

[que_66]

I'm always more hungry when I do AM cardio......could be what's going on with you...If that's the case, it's a good thing! Increasing metabolism!!!! YEY!!!!!

I'm upping my acid reducer tabs to 2 per day and we'll see what happens. (Ranitidine tablets 75mg, equate brand otc)

I hope a boosted metabolism is the cause. That would mean I'm burnin more fat.

I've also noticed that I sweat a lot easier. I know it sound backwards but it would take a long time for me to break a sweat and now I sweat at the drop of a hat.

 

[mermaid]

I hope a boosted metabolism is the cause. That would mean I'm burnin more fat.

I've also noticed that I sweat a lot easier. I know it sound backwards but it would take a long time for me to break a sweat and now I sweat at the drop of a hat.

Yep, that's how it goes. You're definitely burning fat, WOO HOO!!!! And then there's the time when you sweat when you're just getting dressed.

Maybe we'll even manage to reduce the 36DDs enough to wear a tank! (Yeah, right, I'm dreaming now)


Keep it up, woman









Wuv ya back, sweet cheeks

 

[que_66]

Day 3 of morning cardio. Birds didn't wake me up, they were too busy hiding during all the thunder and lightning from the April showers.....

 

[mermaid]

Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




Hero




Now kick some ass

 

[que_66]

I'm tired and sore today, shoulders & abs hurt the worst. Couldn't do the pill bug rolly thing for pilates this morning because my back is a little tight and sore today too and I won't take a chance on pushing my back too far.

I oh-so-obviously need to do more stretching as it seems that the more I work out the shorter my muscles get or the harder it is to get them stretched out.

Tonite is Abs, Legs & Calves night. That's gonna hurt.


to all the people here that help keep me motivated

 

[sbt2082]

Congrats again on getting up and hitting the morning cardio!!! You are on a roll all ready ... three days now, I can see the habit forming By the time you realize it you won't even need an alarm clock hehe (esp with that bird)

 

[que_66]

Congrats again on getting up and hitting the morning cardio!!! You are on a roll all ready ... three days now, I can see the habit forming By the time you realize it you won't even need an alarm clock hehe (esp with that bird)

I'm considering buying an outside cat to take care of the noisy bird problem Either that or the maple tree is going to become firewood.

 

[que_66]

I've been limiting my coffee to 1-24 oz mug per morning when I'm used to drinking about 3 of those a day. I'm normally on mug #2-3 when I have breakfast.

I made sure to take an acid reducer pill before bed and then again when I got up this morning.

I ate my morning oatmeal around 7:15 am, usual time frame.
It's 8:55 am and my stomach is growling like a bear.

I've downed half a bottle of water and it's still makin the loudest hungry noise. Yesterday I tried hot black tea & it still growled at me.

The lady in the next cubicle is laughing at me because of it. (she could hangglide from a Dorito)

I might need a little help adjusting my foods but for now I'm headed to the break room for my 2 egg whites and maybe some asparagus.

 

[que_66]

It has to be the stomach acid issue. I've had my snack of egg whites and a whole can of asparagus and then on to lunch a bit later for a Subway Chicken Bacon Ranch Wrap.
I'm working on my 2nd cup of green tea and I've downed at least 32 oz of water and another acid reducer pill. Guess I'll be getting a stronger kind later.

 

[que_66]

***Transformation Week 4, Day 3***

Cardio Goal: 5 days per wk
Workout Goal: Work each body part 2x per wk
**Work abs 3 days per week *changed from 5 days per wk

***On day 3 of 5 for all goals.***

Wednesday 04/19/06

Supplements:
AM:
*OneSource Womens Complete multi vitamin.
*B Complex
*Acetyl L-Carnitine w/Alpha Lipoic Acid – 400mg / 200mg
*OTC Acid Reducer 150mg

PM:
*Lethitin - 1200mg (2x per day)
*B6 - 100mg (1x per day)
*Gentle Iron – 56 mg (Iron glycinate)
*ON Whey – chocolate w/milk. 8-16oz per day, usually PWO.
*2 tsp glutamine powder in my shake
*OTC Acid Reducer 150mg

Backed off on some of the supps until I get the stomach acid in check.
Doubled my Acid reducer dosage.
**************************************************************

PRE-CARDIO
24 oz coffee w/FF creamer & splenda (slurped on this mug of coffee until I left for work)

*****CARDIO*****

Breakfast
1 pkt Quaker low sugar instant oatmeal maple/brown sugar
Water

Snack
2 egg whites
14.5 oz can Asparagus, drained.
water

Lunch
1 Subway Chicken bacon ranch wrap
water
8 oz green tea

Snack
2 egg whites
8 oz green tea

*****WORKOUT*****

Dinner - PWO
6 oz chicken breast, cubed, tossed in salad
8 oz shredded lettuce
1/4 c FF Italian dressing
150mg Acid reducer

Late Snack
16 oz choc whey shake made w/skim milk
1 tbsp Simply Jiff in shake

***************************************************************
Target Calorie range: 1570 - 1884
Target Protein range: 157 - 235

Totals for today:
Calories: 1627
Fat (g): 38, 23%
Carbs (g): 138, 31%
Protein (g): 175, 46%

I stayed within my ranges today.
***************************************************************
Workout:
**Working each body part 2x per week**

--AM Cardio - 20 min Windsor Pilates dvd

--Crunches.................3x30 #50
--Leg Raises...............2x10 -My abs hurt so bad. Beyond normal workout hurt so I'm backing down from 5 to 3 days per week on abs to make sure I haven't really strained or hurt something.
--Oblique Crunches......None
--Squats...................4x15 #15 in each hand
--Leg Press................4x15 #60 - - - 1x10 #100 I'm definately going heavier next time as the #60 sets weren't much of a struggle, even if I only up it 5-10 lbs.
--Leg Ext...................4x10 #55
--Leg Curls ................4x15 #55
--Seated Calf Raises....3x15 #20--I'm too short to get full ROM on this machine. Might try donkey calf raises next time.
--Standing Calf Raises..3x15 #30
***************************************************************
My ((__/__)) hurts
***************************************************************

 

[mermaid]

Can I make a suggestion?

Normally I see you have oatmeal for meal one, egg whites for a snack then maybe 12oz cottage cheese and 6 oz tuna for lunch. Could you bring some of that protein forward? Throw in some nuts and you might not feel so hungry? After am cardio, your body is so revved, it needs more food.

(Can't remember if you can't stomach much food in the morning)

Anyway, I'll swim back to my rock now.

GREAT job on the 100# You know you can do more

 

[mermaid]

 

[que_66]

Can I make a suggestion?

Normally I see you have oatmeal for meal one, egg whites for a snack then maybe 12oz cottage cheese and 6 oz tuna for lunch. Could you bring some of that protein forward? Throw in some nuts and you might not feel so hungry? After am cardio, your body is so revved, it needs more food.

(Can't remember if you can't stomach much food in the morning)

Anyway, I'll swim back to my rock now.

GREAT job on the 100# You know you can do more

I ate 2 oz chicken before I ate my oatmeal this morning. Have to see how it works. (I don't have any nuts at home....just lots of chicken & tuna)

It's Day 4 of am exercise

Pilates again. It's only the 20min workout but I'm sweating when I'm done. I even woke up late but I wasn't about to use that as an excuse to skip my workout. At this point I'd rather be late for work than miss a workout.




.....don't forget to suck in those abs as you swim back to your rock!

 

[treilin]

Pilates again. It's only the 20min workout but I'm sweating when I'm done. I even woke up late but I wasn't about to use that as an excuse to skip my workout. At this point I'd rather be late for work than miss a workout.
.....don't forget to suck in those abs as you swim back to your rock! [/B]

Good job!!!!!
Keep it up

 

[que_66]

A friend of mine said she'd bring her digital camera over this weekend and take some decent beginning pics for me to post. I hope she actually gets to come over and take the pics.

****************CONSIDER YOURSELVES WARNED!!****************

 

[*Bunny*]

A friend of mine said she'd bring her digital camera over this weekend and take some decent beginning pics for me to post. I hope she actually gets to come over and take the pics.

****************CONSIDER YOURSELVES WARNED!!****************

day 4 am exercise ... NICE JOB Q!!!!


I'll comment about your 'posting pics' when I see 'em POSTED gf ... the fact you hope she comes over is great though

 

[ck2006]

A friend of mine said she'd bring her digital camera over this weekend and take some decent beginning pics for me to post. I hope she actually gets to come over and take the pics.

****************CONSIDER YOURSELVES WARNED!!****************

I hold you to that!