NEW YEARS RESOLUTION WEIGHT LOSS THREAD

[SSGirl]

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Are we still talking about food here? J/k

I thought the same thing, Bonnie!

Originally Posted by SSMOKINHOT

Like they say, variety is the spice of life!!

Same goes for workouts too...if you don't add some variety you will plateau or get bored....gotta constantly keep the body guessing what you are gonna do next!

I agree. I am going to start a new core strengthing class next week. With my injured shoulder and bad knees I have to choose my activity carefully.

Originally Posted by Ktulu87

Hey! I'm metallicide's Wife, Sara. I'll post some of our protein bar recipes and other healthy recipes on here.

Welcome, Sara and thanks in advance for your recipes!

Originally Posted by Shardik2SS

Down 3 pounds since Sunday.

AWESOME!

Originally Posted by Tessa

I've been setting my alarm for 5am to get up and get back to working out... I just turn it off when it goes off and sleep until 6.

I was all set to get off my lazyass today but my phone shut itself off for no reason last night (I swear!!) so my alarm never went off!

But I'm with you guys. If I can manage work and school full time I can at least get off my duff and stop being a frump

I gained 50lbs with my ex and have been miserable ever since, I've only managed to lose like 20 of that (which, God knows I'm probably gaining back daily!! ) so I'd like to get rid of the rest (and thensome!!).

you can do it Tessa!! I know you can!

Originally Posted by Icandrivejustnotlegally

I lost 2 more pounds. Down 12 pounds Christmas break, and still going.
I was 172 on first day break down to 160. I feel great now

Congrats!!! Keep going!

Originally Posted by badgebunny

No work out for me today... Only because I had every errand in the book and had an appointment to drop Daisy off. Back at it tomorrow though! My abs and my thighs are KILLING ME.

Last night we had a chicken and veggie stir fry with a low fat brown sauce over brown rice. Don't know whats for dinner tonight but so far...

Breakfast: Smart one breakfast sandwhich (210 calories)
Snack: dried cranberries and a few cashews
Lunch: Lean cuisine (420 calories)
Snack: half a serving of pita chips (65 calories)

Sounds like a good day!
I had the following today:
Breakfast: Coffee, Banana
Lunch: 3 cups leafy greens, 1/2 2% shells and cheese, 1/2 blueberry muffin
Snack: Medium orange
Dinner: shrimp and veggie stirfry over brown rice

Lots of water! I'm going to try not to have a snack tonight but, if I do I will have a cup of special K and 1/2 cup of milk.

Originally Posted by Blackhawk6

Three days of eating healthy. No sweets, soda just fruits and veggies must say I can feel the difference.....

I know it doesn't take long to feel the difference.

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Here's a great recipe for awesome PB/Almond Pancakes

5 Tbs coconut flour (I get mine from whole foods)
1/4 Tsp Baking powder
1 Tsp peanut butter
5 Packets (or to taste) stevia/splenda/ or sweetener of choice
Tiny pinch of salt
7 Egg whites (or 3 eggs~ Note: this will change calories)
1/4 Cup water (may use less depending on consistency of batter…add slowly until pancake consistency forms!)
*Optional variations: A few drops of maple extract, a few chocolate chips, or 1 Tbs of cocoa powder for a PB-chocolate version!

Method:

In a medium size bowl, combine all of the ingredients, except for the water, and begin to mix. (It will be very lumpy/thick at this point…don’t worry!)
Begin adding water slowly, a little at a time, stirring until a thick pancake batter forms, (you can also use a blender, hand-held mixer, or immersion blender to mix up ingredients with ease!) *Note: Batter will be a little thicker than typical pancake batter, but should still be ‘thin’ enough to pour onto a griddle!
Meanwhile, heat a nonstick griddle (or nonstick skillet) coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Spoon about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake onto griddle. Turn pancakes over when tops are covered with bubbles and edges look cooked.
Serve warm with sugar-free/low sugar syrup, light butter, whip cream, or whatever topping sounds good to you!

Macros: 350 calories, 11g fat, 31g carbs, 16g fiber, 36g protein

I'm going to try these. Sounds wonderful!

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Ok one more recipe

Cajun Shrimp

From Cooking Light

4 servings

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Preparation

Combine first 8 ingredients in a large zip-top plastic bag; seal bag and shake to coat. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add shrimp; sauté 4 minutes or until shrimp are done.

Sounds easy and YUMMY!

Originally Posted by Milk 1027

High reps/low weights = muscle tone.

I need to pick up some weights and start using them!

[SSMOKINHOT]

Originally Posted by metallicide

Define high reps....My wife(ktulu87) does the EXACT same workouts as me all 8-12 rep range and alot of core lifts (bench, squat, deadlifts) with 3-5 rep range. Not saying this is wrong, but alot of peoples definition of high reps is different

To me high reps is 12 -15...low reps is 8 -12...I don't think I have ever used any weight heavy enough to max out at 3 -5 reps. But then again, I have never really done much benching, squating, and deadlifting...but there is a first time for everything!!

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Well, this is the best way to explain, 1 ounce is roughly 30 grams.

Thanks Doll!

[CFD]

Originally Posted by metallicide

Define high reps....My wife(ktulu87) does the EXACT same workouts as me all 8-12 rep range and alot of core lifts (bench, squat, deadlifts) with 3-5 rep range. Not saying this is wrong, but alot of peoples definition of high reps is different

I would agree that the most productive rep range is 8-12 with less for larger muscle groups. There are workouts which use heavy weights with 1-2 reps and those that use more reps at a faster tempo but these are for specialized training.

[Bonnie]

Originally Posted by CFD

I would agree that the most productive rep range is 8-12 with less for larger muscle groups. There are workouts which use heavy weights with 1-2 reps and those that use more reps at a faster tempo but these are for specialized training.

I do 8 to 12 reps in mostly all my workouts unless its abs,
I do 15 reps with 10 pounds only if I do hyper extentions.

[CFD]

Originally Posted by CaniacFan

Great Idea. Ok, I'm in, but I need some help from the "professionals"..

I'm almost 6'1" and weigh 160-165. Would love to lose 10 lbs before my daughter's wedding (April 30th). I wear a size 10, and I'm good with that.

Here's my challenge. My thyroid was surgically removed, I take synthroid daily - hence no metabolism. Next, I've had three sports related knee surgeries so no treadmill or climbing devices for me. I can walk forever, but can't kneel, squat and limit the amount of stairs I climb. I'm thinking about getting a stationary bike at home

My work schedule is ridiculous. I work at a professional hockey arena and do plenty of walking (3-5 miles) 5x a week. I work anywhere from 8-15 hours per day so a gym is out of the question. It's nothing to get home from work at 1am and have to be back the next morning at 9am. Not a lot of healthy things available at work, various salads, fruits & veggies. I've got 20 events in February (out of 28 days).

The recipes look great but I've never done the protein (whey) shake stuff - but am willing to try - just need a step (or push) in the right direction.

I'm all ears. Lori

I am NOT a professional but may be able to give you some advice from experience. I have had some major injuries due to a motorcycle crash.( partially detached left foot, 12 broken bones including both collar bones and two gortex patches for severe hernia'). Walking and everyday activities were very painful and difficult and still is sometimes, this is what led to my weight lifting. If you gradually exercise and lift weights the supporting muscle around your injuries become stronger. With the muscle stronger a lot off the pressure on your joints is relieved and it makes a big difference.

Eating is very important and you should try to eat regularily. It is best to get your nutrition from whole foods as much as possible. Protein shakes and the such are good for a boost in protein intake (you can only eat so much chicken and tuna lol) but it is not the best choice but definately better than skipping meals. You can also get meal replacements. They usually come in packets that you miw with milk or water. They are a step above protein shakes in that they are controlled in calories and macro nutrients. Store bought meal replacement bars are usually not a good choice they are more like high protein candy bars.

If you are serious about your goals there are no excuses for not exercising. You would be surprised at the gains that can be made from your home with little or no equipment, a few dumbells to start with and body weight exercise (which are often overlooked) like push-ups and chin-ups can produce amazing results.

I hope this information is somewhat useful. George

[Pamaro]

I feel great today! A little sore, but GREAT! I finished day 2 of my running program last night, signed up at a gym and scheduled some time with a personal trainer to learn to lift correctly, have eaten healthy all week and saw a few pounds disappear from the scale. I'm getting closer to becoming that person that LOVES to workout. I feel like a superstar when I reach a goal and I'm done with my workout and I love that feeling! I'm starting to understand how people get hooked on exercise!

Have a great day, all!

[Bonnie]

Originally Posted by Pamaro

I feel great today! A little sore, but GREAT! I finished day 2 of my running program last night, signed up at a gym and scheduled some time with a personal trainer to learn to lift correctly, have eaten healthy all week and saw a few pounds disappear from the scale. I'm getting closer to becoming that person that LOVES to workout. I feel like a superstar when I reach a goal and I'm done with my workout and I love that feeling! I'm starting to understand how people get hooked on exercise!

Have a great day, all!

Good for you Pam! Proud of you girl. Thats great you got a trainer, that really helped me alot, I made sure I logged all my workouts in a journal so months later when I finished with the trainer I had all the workouts and now know how to do the workouts the right way. So make sure you ask for copies after the workouts!

[bossbunny]

Not looking at the scale for awhile but my brand new pants that I bought that were snug are close to falling off. Woot. Total Body Sculpt with Gilad on the workout schedule for today.

[Bonnie]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

Not looking at the scale for awhile but my brand new pants that I bought that were snug are close to falling off. Woot. Total Body Sculpt with Gilad on the workout schedule for today.

Awesome BB! I'm going to the Gym after work tonight, I usually workout in the morning but since Randy and i are sharing my car (supercharger ) this week, its has to be after, but thats OK, because my 13 year old daughter wants to workout too! looks like this is getting contagious!

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Awesome BB! I'm going to the Gym after work tonight, I usually workout in the morning but since Randy and i are sharing my car (supercharger ) this week, its has to be after, but that OK, because my 13 year old daughter wants to go and workout too! looks like this is getting contagious!

I go usually in the afternoons. Awesome, good habit to start young. I feel like when you have a gym buddy you are more likely to push yourself and not slack off. When my lil sister Lo-lo goes she usually kicks my butt.

[Bonnie]

Originally Posted by badgebunny

I go usually in the afternoons. Awesome, good habit to start young. I feel like when you have a gym buddy you are more likely to push yourself and not slack off. When my lil sister Lo-lo goes she usually kicks my butt.

I know what you mean, It won't take my daughter long to kick my butt, if she sticks with it, she has Gymnastics background and a lot of that strength stayed with her.

[Pamaro]

Originally Posted by Bonnie

Good for you Pam! Proud of you girl. Thats great you got a trainer, that really helped me alot, I made sure I logged all my workouts in a journal so months later when I finished with the trainer I had all the workouts and now know how to do the workouts the right way. So make sure you ask for copies after the workouts!

Most definitely! That's part of the package I bought, so I'll have the tools I need to be successful on my own!

Originally Posted by badgebunny

I go usually in the afternoons. Awesome, good habit to start young. I feel like when you have a gym buddy you are more likely to push yourself and not slack off. When my lil sister Lo-lo goes she usually kicks my butt.

I have a small gym at my apartment community, but I joined 24 hr fitness so I could work out with my friends and take classes together. It's very motivating to go with other people! I feel like it's a competition every time and I'm NOT going to lose

[bossbunny]

Originally Posted by Pamaro

Most definitely! That's part of the package I bought, so I'll have the tools I need to be successful on my own!



I have a small gym at my apartment community, but I joined 24 hr fitness so I could work out with my friends and take classes together. It's very motivating to go with other people! I feel like it's a competition every time and I'm NOT going to lose

When I go to the gym alone I scan thee room and go workout next to a cute fit guy or a pretty super fit girl, that way ill push myself so I dont look like im slacking!! It works. They dont know its a one sided competition so ill work my hardest.

[JoeP@TeamBeckyD]

Great job all you fabulous ladies. I'm shopping Ebay/Craigs list
for a treadmill. For me it's a matter of getting moving. Once
I start that, we'll see where it goes.......

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