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Minu ~
The Master
Posts: 2583
Minu ~
N u t r i t i o n
I g n i t i o n
C u l t i v a t i o n
E x e r t i o n
One can never be too N.I.C.E.
BELT NOTCHES for 2008:
- Mistressed the PULL-UP!
- 2, 1.2km lake swims.
Video of proper Squat form:
http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html
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# Posted: 26 Feb 2008 18:33
I love this thread.
Congrats, Danielle.
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Tim Wilson
Fitness Guru
Posts: 650
Tim Wilson
I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out.
I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat.
I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking.
I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit.
I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year.
I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k)
I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do.
I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with.
All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward.
A more up to date thread on me:
http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html
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# Posted: 26 Feb 2008 20:27
Quoting: daniellegorman Putting on a shirt that as way to tight to wear (its a blouse) and you haven't tried on since you started working out and you put it on one morning and it fits! (Actually its almost too big)! Yay. I will have to trust you on this one.... I don't have any blouses that are too tight.... or too big for that matter.
Great job! Congrats! Keep up the good work - before you know it you will be throwing that one away! (or donating it actually)
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Danielle Gorman
traineo Fanatic
Posts: 83
Danielle Gorman
I am a student in university so we all know what that means....
The freshmen 15 increased to 50, but that was over 4 years. I finally made it to the gym at the end of September and haven't looked back.
23 pounds down, 27 to go.
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# Posted: 26 Feb 2008 20:41
Haha thanks! I def. donate all of my clothes to women's shelters.
I love this site. Seriously.
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Ara Bruno
Fitness Guru
Posts: 768
Ara Bruno
Not much to say, I like playing video games and watching/playing sports. I work as a web developer for a small company.
I think when I get into shape I want to become a volunteer firefighter.
Goal: Lose 35lbs before Cardio King
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 01:47
I had a great great workout today boxing. Tomorrow is weights... ooo I can't wait.
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Kelli Ham
traineo Newbie
Posts: 3
Kelli Ham
My husband and I have been married for almost 2 years. We welcomed our first child into the world in October. I am having the hardest time losing the weight and getting toned again. My husband is graduating in April and I want to look "wow" when we celebrate.
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 02:15
I just had the best the best work out in a long time... Instead of trying to go like i did in high school and getting tired in 15 minutes, I took my time and kept it going for an hour. I feel so great and alive! I missed this feeling.
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 02:23
wow-danielle-awesome feeling!!
i went shopping today and im not down a size but it was a nice feeling to go to the store and shop in the regular size section and be able to put on clothes off the rack and just try them on and have them fit!! (not that i liked the way everything looked but knowing things can look better and some things did look decent!)
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 02:26
nice job ara!!! keep it up!!!
minu-glad you like the thread. me too!
kelli-great job!!!! i feel that the only one im competing against is myself and i cant be in high school anymore. im at the level i am at now-probably fitter than i was in high school anyway (just because i was sedentary in high school) but i cant compare myself to others or turn back the time, i can only look forward and make improvements from here on in.
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Samantha Cordell
Fitness Guru
Posts: 338
Samantha Cordell
Success is not a race, be patient.
Success leads to success.
Success is always a work in progress.
Success doesn't come to you--you go to it.
Success is a journey, not a destination. Focus on the process.
Some people dream about success... while others wake up and work hard at it.
Success is achieved and maintained by those who try-and keep trying.
Everyday is a good day to SUCCEED!
If at first you don't succeed-try, try again
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 02:47
WOW that would be such an awesome feeling Jenn buying clothes from the regular size section!!!! I am looking forward to that in the future!!
I know what you mean trying something on and not liking the way it looked though lol..I tried something on today, 2 sizes smaller than what I used to wear and it fitted well BUT looked horrible on me haha I think it was the fabric or the cut of the garment but yeah, just did not look good on me...
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 03:30
thanks samantha-it is a nice feeling and you will get there!!! the truth is even if we had the "perfect" body not everything would look good! its funny b/c i used to wear everything so baggy and now im trying to wear things more fitted and i keep doubting myself about how everything fits so i have to keep asking for help in the store until i get more confidence in trusting myself about wearing the right size. it will come with the time.
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Derek Schultz
Fitness Guru
Posts: 258
Derek Schultz
I've always been bigger. Maybe not classified as being fat because I carry it pretty well. But, well, I'm fat. There's no fooling myself. In January, months of hard work paid off as my wife got pregnant with what will be our first child. I had been exercising a bit until that point, but I decided to ramp it up a notch and get my weight to where I can be healthy and be around a long time for my wife and kid.
I've been known to drop 40-50 pounds in 5 months or so on a few occasions, only to slowly gain that weight back over a couple years. This time is different. I know everybody says that and usually that statement doesn't come to fruit, but I've got that incentive...becoming a daddy.
Got a blog rolling-
rokandroll.blogspot.com
I post on it a few times a week. Mostly fitness stuff. I try to be somewhat humorous. Check it out if you're REALLY bored.
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 05:16
I did an hour and half of cardio today. When I roll out of bed in eight hours, I'll be looking for more. I've got a lot of skinny clothes I'd like to get into yet.
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 10:01
wow-an hour and a halF!! THATS A lot of cardio!! you must have alot of motivation to wear those skinny clothes!!
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 10:05
i forgot to mention a positive that i had yesterday. so i went shopping in a department store about a month ago and this nice lady helped me and when i went back i asked for her help again yesterday. i had asked if she could remeasure me because i had just lost weight and she asked how much blah blah blah and how i did it blah blah blah and she said she didnt want to exercise and she knew she had to. i told her try to find something you like and just start with a little bit. anyway, when i went back yesterday she was thrilled to tell me i inspired her and she is now exercising on her bike! i was very happy for her and happy i helped to inspire her.
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Minu ~
The Master
Posts: 2583
Minu ~
N u t r i t i o n
I g n i t i o n
C u l t i v a t i o n
E x e r t i o n
One can never be too N.I.C.E.
BELT NOTCHES for 2008:
- Mistressed the PULL-UP!
- 2, 1.2km lake swims.
Video of proper Squat form:
http://www.traineo.com/11_5529_0.html
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 10:24
NICE.
A great feeling isn't it?
Good for her, and you, Jen.
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 10:24
thanks minu
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Tim Wilson
Fitness Guru
Posts: 650
Tim Wilson
I have started two new blogs, one to follow my running and a Quest to a Marathon at blog.262quest.com and one to follow my weight loss at blog.2big.org, please check them out.
I am an IT professional / Developer which means I sit in front of a computer most of the day. This means very little exercise and plenty of time to eat.
I decided at the first of the year that I was going to lose weight. I started by changing my eating habits and started walking.
I did so for about a month and then added some weight lifting and started to run a little bit.
I have so far lost 29 lbs in just over 3 months and would like to lose just over another 50 lbs by the end of the year.
I have started running quite a bit more and am training to run the Peachtree Road Race in Atlanta on July 4th (10k)
I need all the encouragement I can get because to do this I am getting up every morning during the week at 4:30 to go running. With a wife and kids this is really the only time that I can consistently do what I need to do.
I am driven, but at times get a bit discouraged because I don't have anybody to work out with or run with.
All in All, I know I can do it, I just have to remember that when I don't do so well, it is in the past and what matters is going forward.
A more up to date thread on me:
http://www.traineo.com/14_2366_0.html
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 11:31
Yesterdays positive was someone at work stopped me in the hall to ask "are you still losing weight?"
I had to admit it is very very slow, but yes I am still losing weight. But, that gave me confidence that even though the lbs aren't coming off as fast that I am still redistributing well
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Daniel Lackey
traineo Regular
Posts: 44
Daniel Lackey
This member has no personal statement yet!
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 19:59
I finally compared my pictures from 3 weeks ago to today. http://tinyurl.com/2vdxfa
And on the way in to class today I ran in to a girl who actually noticed the change and complemented me. That was awesome. Not to mention my fiancee's reaction
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Stephanie .
Fitness Guru
Posts: 274
Stephanie .
... on the road back to fabulous (5'9" size 4)...
Training Program: CrossFit, walk
Diet Plan: smaller portions
Blog: covertress.com
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# Posted: 27 Feb 2008 20:07
Thankfully, my scale has had dead batteries for awhile. After replacing them today, I was surprised with a 3 lb. weight loss. Wahoo! 
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Jeff Bristow
Fitness Guru
Posts: 280
Jeff Bristow
I am trying to get fit and thin so that I can stop being the 'man that keeps getting fatter' and to help get my triglyceride count down to normal levels.
http://blog.jeffbristow.com
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 04:05
Stephanie - Nice job. Those surprises losses always feel good.
Daniel - 10lbs in 3 weeks is awesome. Keep up the great work.
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Samantha Cordell
Fitness Guru
Posts: 338
Samantha Cordell
Success is not a race, be patient.
Success leads to success.
Success is always a work in progress.
Success doesn't come to you--you go to it.
Success is a journey, not a destination. Focus on the process.
Some people dream about success... while others wake up and work hard at it.
Success is achieved and maintained by those who try-and keep trying.
Everyday is a good day to SUCCEED!
If at first you don't succeed-try, try again
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 04:16
Thats so cool Jenn..it is amazing how one conversation we can have with someone can inspire them into bettering themselves..
How cool Stephanie, 3lbs yayyyy!
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 05:18
tim, daniel, stephanie-congrats!!!
samantha-i know, thanks!!!
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Matt D
traineo Fanatic
Posts: 103
Matt D
Traineo broke my picture
My Routine:
Monday: Lift
Tuesday: Cardio and Abs
Wednesday: Day off
Thursday: Cardio and Abs
Friday: Lift
Saturday: Day Off
Sunday: Cardio
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 06:29
I've lost 3 pounds in 6 weeks since I started working full time. I feel great about it considering how little free time I have now.
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Glovia L
Fitness Guru
Posts: 827
Glovia L
I love to eat. Carbs is my weakness link that I always lose control in front of it.
I started running for fitness in 2007. Ever since I finished the 1st marathon (San Diego RnR 2007), I am addicted to running.
I started traineoing in Nov 2007. I have reached my goal weight in Jun 08 already. But, now, I don't care much about my weight. I care about it only if it affects my running performance.
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 06:42
Tonight, I have hold myself from eating a big French baguette in dinner. I always lost control in front of carbs. Somehow, I could control myself tonight without bad feeling.
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 11:22
matt-congrats!! keep it up!!
glovia-nice job!!! im so happy for you
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Dave Nicholson
The Master
Posts: 2089
Dave Nicholson
I'm basically trying to get in shape and be healthy...
diaryofthefatman.blogspot.com
I like participating in sports but I want to be more competitive. Also I'm with Kevin Spacey from American Beauty - good reason :)
I'm looking to lose about a hundred lbs in the course of a year, and basically to just consistently get better. And I love comments and messages, so keep 'em coming!
I talk about goal setting a lot, how about I actually set some?
Well it's time to revisit goals... I didn't do too well with my end of year plans, but learned some things and changed my plans up a bit as I went along. During the 5-7 weeks of the year, I was able to put on about 8-10lbs of muscle, and stay at the same actual weight. The plan is to start the Strong Lifts 5X5 program to supplement the Couch to 5K program, and that should last the next 8-12 weeks.
I'm updating goals as well. Lowering cholesterol remains a goal, and I'll find out about that at the end of August.
Been bouncing around a bit, but getting a little stricter again and will monitor that over the next 3-4 weeks. I feel poised to really lose some weight again, so I'm looking forward to the healthy eating and additional exercise.
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 14:50
I've taken the last week entirely off the gym and am actually feeling great - I was always tired and getting sore a lot so I think I was overtraining a little. I was actually able to get up at 5:30am this morning, instead of the usual laying in bed until 730/45, and I've lost 3lbs in the past 8 days
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Dave Nicholson
The Master
Posts: 2089
Dave Nicholson
I'm basically trying to get in shape and be healthy...
diaryofthefatman.blogspot.com
I like participating in sports but I want to be more competitive. Also I'm with Kevin Spacey from American Beauty - good reason :)
I'm looking to lose about a hundred lbs in the course of a year, and basically to just consistently get better. And I love comments and messages, so keep 'em coming!
I talk about goal setting a lot, how about I actually set some?
Well it's time to revisit goals... I didn't do too well with my end of year plans, but learned some things and changed my plans up a bit as I went along. During the 5-7 weeks of the year, I was able to put on about 8-10lbs of muscle, and stay at the same actual weight. The plan is to start the Strong Lifts 5X5 program to supplement the Couch to 5K program, and that should last the next 8-12 weeks.
I'm updating goals as well. Lowering cholesterol remains a goal, and I'll find out about that at the end of August.
Been bouncing around a bit, but getting a little stricter again and will monitor that over the next 3-4 weeks. I feel poised to really lose some weight again, so I'm looking forward to the healthy eating and additional exercise.
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 17:08
And work is having bowling today starting at 4 and they're serving pizza, yum!
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Derek Schultz
Fitness Guru
Posts: 258
Derek Schultz
I've always been bigger. Maybe not classified as being fat because I carry it pretty well. But, well, I'm fat. There's no fooling myself. In January, months of hard work paid off as my wife got pregnant with what will be our first child. I had been exercising a bit until that point, but I decided to ramp it up a notch and get my weight to where I can be healthy and be around a long time for my wife and kid.
I've been known to drop 40-50 pounds in 5 months or so on a few occasions, only to slowly gain that weight back over a couple years. This time is different. I know everybody says that and usually that statement doesn't come to fruit, but I've got that incentive...becoming a daddy.
Got a blog rolling-
rokandroll.blogspot.com
I post on it a few times a week. Mostly fitness stuff. I try to be somewhat humorous. Check it out if you're REALLY bored.
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 17:41
Today is my one month anniversary on Traineo. I've worked off 12 pounds during that time period. I had been working out for a month previous to my start date here, so I know it isn't all water. I really do think this site helps you keep on keepin' on and am glad I found it.
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~ Linaeve
Fitness Guru
Posts: 311
~ Linaeve
I work for a health care industry. I love tennis and running. I'm engaged to an amazing man, getting married November 1sh 2008. I am excited to lose weight and improve my heart (I have heart disease).
Short term goals:
1) measure my bodyfat %
2) complete 20 lb challenge
3) more consistent workout schedule (DONE)
4) phase from 2% milk down to 1% milk (DONE)
5) lose 30 to 40 lbs by my birthday (May 30th)
Long term goals:
1) Be able to run 3 miles again
2) Play tennis again on a regular basis
3) Reach my goal weight
4) Look great, healthy and confident for my wedding
5) Maintain a healthy lifestyle in order to have a baby
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# Posted: 28 Feb 2008 20:03
Someone at work just asked me if I wanted some of her clothes (they are brand new, she just bought too much and never ended up wearing them) she mentioned the size (which is actually 2 sizes smaller than what I currently wear) and said "They are probably too big for you actually, aren't they?".. heh.. I wish i was that size, but its kind of nice to hear that others aparently don't see me as the size i am. Gives me even more motivation to actually get there, because then i'll look even better!
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THE NEW ME
The Master
Posts: 2856
THE NEW ME
HIGHEST WEIGHT 240 in 2000-2002
HIGHEST BODY FAT MEASURED-44% AT 170
CHALLENGE 1: SEPT 07-DEC 07
-LOSE 10 POUNDS-158-148-
achieved
new goal-lose another 10 by Dec 15
not achieved-Dec 15-weight 142.5
(total weight loss during challenge=
15.5 pounds)
-RUN A MILE- achieved on-NOV 7
new goal-run 2 miles-surpassed
new goal-run 2.5 b/w Nov 7 and
Dec 15.-achieved
-LOSE 5% BODY FAT-achieved
CHALLENGE 2 DEC 15-MARCH 15
-LOWER BODY FAT by 5% ( not achieved fully but as of 1/08-need to reevaluate-add muscle instead)
-RUN 5 MILES-Achieved on 1/11/07
new goal-6 miles by March 15 at
5.0 speed or 5 miles at 5.5(neither achieved and not goals anymore-may try for fun)
-LOSE 10 POUNDS -142.5-132.5 (not achieved but very close- 132.6)
6 month progress
-lost 25. 4 pounds
-lost 9% body fat
-ran 0-5 miles
Challenge 3 March 15, 07-June 15
-goals -follow plan by nutritionist and trainer
-main goal gain lean mass
Daily goals-
-follow meal plan and move every day
Goal of beating personal best-
run a marathon
weekly goals
-gain muscle to the best of my ability
3 month goals
-see above-reestablish every 3 months
12 month goals
-maintain all the above goals
ultimate long term goal
-be fit, healthy and confident with body
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# Posted: 29 Feb 2008 00:50
dave-glad you are listening to your body! have fun bowling! i just went bowling myself. i havent bowled since paper and pencil bowling and scored a 91. i thought that wasnt too bad.
derek-congrats! keep it up! i love this site. i feel it helps you be held accountable as well!
linaeve-wow! thats a nice compliment! that would make me feel good as well!!
im having trouble thinking of a positive today b/c i am so cold and have a terrible headache but this is the positive thread so i will say that i have been continuing to do what i am supposed to do meaning i am taking care of myself in healthy ways. now that is positive!
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Samantha Cordell
Fitness Guru
Posts: 338
Samantha Cordell
Success is not a race, be patient.
Success leads to success.
Success is always a work in progress.
Success doesn't come to you--you go to it.
Success is a journey, not a destination. Focus on the process.
Some people dream about success... while others wake up and work hard at it.
Success is achieved and maintained by those who try-and keep trying.
Everyday is a good day to SUCCEED!
If at first you don't succeed-try, try again
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# Posted: 29 Feb 2008 07:35 - Edited by: sammiaaron
Wonderful mindset Jenn! and Linaeve - how cool!
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Boston
traineo Regular
Posts: 70
Boston
....there's no better time than now.
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# Posted: 29 Feb 2008 10:04
tonight i went to a bar/club that i haven't been to in a while, and i saw a whooooole bunch of people i havent seen in months. and i swear, every single one of them said something like, "omg you look so good!" or "you look so tiny!" now, granted, i'm far from tiny, BUT, i spose im "tiny" compared to how i was before (the last time they probably saw me). and i gotta tell ya....... it felt so good!!!! i haven't felt that good about myself in a long while. and the fact that i have worked SO hard to get this far, it makes it feel ALL THE MORE BETTER. and for all you people who feel like you aren't getting anywhere......... just keep going! seriously - i basically cut my calorie intake in half, and went from NO exercise, to exercising at least 3 times a week; at first i saw NO results, for the first 2 weeks or so... and of course i was really down on myself and felt *as usual* like it would never happen for me. but - despite my depressive/negative feelings, i kept with it.. and soon enough, i started seeing results. now - i am so happy that i actually stuck with something, as difficult as it was - and am seeing my body change into a form that i have never imagined it being. sorry that i'm totally blabbering but - this is a "positive thread" and i'm feeling VERY posi right now! good luck to all on your journeys, and remember - it's supposed to be hard, its supposed to be a journey, so don't give up, just keep pushing, and know that the end result will be so much more worth it than you can even imagine right now. toodles ;)
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