13
05/2012
A video to sum up my journey. I will use what I have learned the rest of my life to get to my goal!
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Posted 2 days ago
13
05/2012
This has been a fast 12 week journey, I have learned so much about my body and nutrition. I have been a member off a gym for years never getting anywhere and this was the push I needed to get well on my way to my goal. I have muscle forming and fat disappearing all over and it is great to see results from all of the hard work. I am so grateful for the opportunity Gold’s gym has given me to change my health life, and grateful for all the tools they have given me in Met-Rx supplements and an Xbox Kinect bundle to give me an edge in my workouts.
I would also like to thank my trainer Phil at Gold’s here in St Louis, he has pushed me harder in the gym than I ever have been pushed and showed me things I will use for the rest of my life. I know our training sessions are over for now but I know he will still be there to support me through the rest of my fitness goals. I have done so many different kinds of exercises, a lot of them that I would never think of on my own. It keep the workouts fun and kept my body guessing.
My nutrition was and will continue to be not easy. I have learned to eat so much better than I have before. More fruits and veggies, water and fruit punch Crystal light has become my new best friend. I will continue to keep eating the right way, I know that half the battle is in the kitchen. Now on to my final numbers I am proud of what I have done lost some good weight and a lot of inches.
Weight start-243
Waist 43
Hips 46 1/4
Thigh 46 1/4
Chest 46
Final numbers
Weight223 -20 lbs
Waist 35 -8 inches
Hips 43 1/4 - 3 inches
Thighs 24 1/2 -2 inches
Chest 41 1/2 -5 Inches
Posted 2 days ago
09
05/2012
Final Weigh-In, Measurements, and Thoughts
Let’s go back 90 days ago….
Weight: 160.2 pounds
Waist: 38 inches
Hips: 41 inches
Thigh: 24 inches
% Body Fat = 39.4%
Today’s numbers…
Weight: 148.4 (-11.8 pounds)
Waist: 33 inches (-5 inches)
Hips: 38 inches (-3 inches)
Thigh: 23.5 inches (-0.5 inches)
% Body Fat = 31.7% (-7.7%)
% of Total Body Weight Lost = 7.37%
Pics: Day 1 and Day 90
Wow! I can actually see a difference!!! I’m starting to see some muscle definition in my shoulders!
These last 12 weeks have been AMAZING! I am very thankful to Gold’s Gym for this opportunity. A new workout routine/regimen/focus has been re-established. I will NOT walk into my gym without a plan - I will continue to have both cardio workouts (running, spinning/biking, elliptical, kickboxing, etc…) and strength training (free weights, machines); I’d still like to make some room in my weekly workouts for Yoga.
I continue to be pop/soda-free, but I still struggle with food. Let me be honest: I do not like counting calories; I do not like measuring food; I am not a fan of keeping a food log. With this being said, I need an eating lifestyle that will let me be this way. I have read a variety of “diet” books and websites over these last 12 weeks (and earlier). I know that I want/need to avoid processed foods as much as possible. Fruits and vegetables are a top priority; I have mixed feelings on what is the best protein source for me.
Thank you to my personal trainer - Justin. He challenged and pushed me, getting me to do more than I thought I could do. We worked hard, and had fun in the process. This journey has been so much more than just the time spent in the gym. If anything….we have talked more and more about the “stuff” that happens outside of the gym being just as important (if not more important) than what happens in the gym.
Thank you to Met-RX(R) for providing nutritional supplements. I have especially benefited from the CLA-Energy.
Thank you to Microsoft for the XBox 360 w/ Kinect and games. This is not my first choice of ways to exercise and get fit; however, it is fun to use with my boys. It does get the whole family moving and laughing, and having a good time. I like that I can play my exercise DVDs in it.
Thank you to my friends and family for your love and support. It is so much easier to make these changes - working through the negatives, and rejoicing with the positives.
In the last 12 weeks I have run 3 races: a 5K (finished in 29:40); a half-marathon (2:13:38); and a 10K (55:36 - a PERSONAL RECORD!!!).
I have said this before, and I will say it again. This is not the end for me. I am not going to go back to old habits. I am not done losing weight and transforming my body. I plan to continue posting my progress on my tumblr blog.
Posted 6 days ago
02
05/2012
Weighing In, Week 12
Starting weight = 160.2
Week 1 = 156.25 (-4 pounds)
Week 2 = 155.0 (-1.25 pounds)
Week 3 = 155.5 (+0.5 pounds)
Week 4 = No weight taken
Week 5 = 156.0 (+0.5 pounds)
Week 6 = 152.0 (-4 pounds)
Week 7 = 150.8 (-1.2 pounds)
Week 8 = 149.2 (-1.6 pounds)
Week 9 = 151.2 (+2 pounds)
Week 10 = 148.8 (-2.4 pounds)
Week 11 = 149.0 (+0.2 pounds)
Weight Loss to date = -11.2 pounds
Where has the time gone? Are we really in week 12, and this journey is coming to an end?
Well, wait. I’m pretty sure I’ve been saying for a couple of weeks that this journey is not ending. This phase may be coming to an end, but I’m not done, yet. I have some more body transformation work to do.
I have some post-it notes on my bathroom mirror; three of them have each have a number on them: 130, 140, 150. I placed these on the mirror has reminder of my weight goals. The 130 is covered up by the 140, whichwas covered up by the 150. Two weeks ago, as I was getting closer to 150, I decided it was time to remove the 150 post-it note, that it was an obstacle to reaching my next weight goal of 140. My at-home scale is now below 150.
Final weigh-in, with measurements and thoughts next week!
Posted 1 week ago
02
05/2012
Wednesday Weigh In - End of Week 11
This is it one week left of the Gold’s Gym “Show us your Journey” Challenge. For this last week I am increasing my cardio workouts this week to maximize my calorie burn.
I never thought I could get to this point in my journey, so many others have given up on their own goals, but I am so determined to hit my ultimate weight goal. I knew that my goal would not be completed at the end of 12 weeks, but I have put a big dent in to it.
It really made it easier with the support of Gold’s Gym, the personal trainers and the staff at my local Gold’s Gym in Syracuse, Utah. I am in a routine that I feel will keep me on track and make it possible for me to reach my long term goals.
Starting Weight: 304.2
Week 11 272.0 -5.0 lbs Current Weight
Total Weight Loss: -32.2 lbs.
This has been such a great opportunity and I am so grateful that I was given this chance to improve my life.
Check back next week for the final numbers.
Have a great week everyone!
Posted 1 week ago
30
04/2012
Fit Wednesday 4-23
went to Golds and did an AJ workout - now you ask “what is an AJ workout?” well it is one of the pain sessions AJ put me thru during these past 3 months. Started w/ lat rows for 10 reps, then right into incline pushups off the bench, and repeated for 5 sets, then went to Lat pull downs for 10 reps, then right into tricep extensions - repeat for 5 sets, really blew up my upper body - to the point of muscle fatigue and muscle confusion - all good. Cool thing is it takes under 1 hr to do - so you can fit it in easily.
I’m sad to see this jumpstart coming to an end - current #’s
Weight - 292 down by 23 lbs
waist @ 40, chest @ 55” arms @ 15, all other #’s are the same Will check BFC on Friday
Posted 2 weeks ago
30
04/2012
Fit Photo Friday, Week 11
Pushed it hard today, re-visiting some exercises we haven’t done in a while.
Ab/Core work included: Scissor kicks, straight leg lifts, 1/2 V-ups, and a boat sit
Kettlebell swing, Sumo squats
Hammer Strength Dead Lifts (new), step-ups
Lat Pulldowns, Hammer Strength Chest Press
Wait! Do you see what I see? Knees! What is this journey coming to? I wore SHORTS to the gym! Yikes!!!
Posted 2 weeks ago
27
04/2012
This has been a crazy week with the semester coming to an end and finals, trying to fit everything in plus my workouts has been very challenging. Let me assure you that i hit the gym everyday but wasn’t able to get any new pictures this week. I had some really good strength training workouts and yesterday my trainer gave my own personal boot camp, talk about affective. I am feeling stronger than ever.
Have a great weekend everyone.
Posted 2 weeks ago
27
04/2012
This week my trainer Phil introduced me to the foam roll, it help massages your muscles and feels great. Along with those I also did..
Side lateral runs
Toe Taps
Heavy Step ups
Riser Push ups
Plank alt knee ups
Only two more weeks left have to finish this journey strong, I am proud of what I have accomplished and looking forward to my future health.
Posted 2 weeks ago
26
04/2012
Wednesday Weigh In - End of Week 10
To succeed at any thing, especially weight loss and fitness, you really need to evaluate where you are, where you have been and where you want to be.
This challenge focuses on fitness and getting active in our lives. I went from not being active at all to shifting my life style to daily activity. I really see the changes that have been taking place and I am excited to continue on my journey to accomplish the person I haven’t seen in years. But activity isn’t the only change that had to be made.
My diet required a full overhaul also. Before starting my journey I would eat out often and many items my food choices were deep fried foods and very large portions. Now I am not eating out nearly as often and when I do I make the healthiest choices that I can. I have increased my vegetable and fruit intake and lean proteins. Three small meals a day with two small snacks in between fill my day with good nutrition. I think that my favorite snack is vanilla greek yogurt with strawberries with a dab of honey topped with some almonds. Yum.
It must be working because each week it shows in my results. This week two Gold’s Gym members came up to me to congratulate me on my progress since I had joined the gym back in January. It really boosted my motivation as I head into the last two weeks of the Show us your Journey challenge. I am set up to hit it hard the next two weeks to maximize my final numbers. Either way the challenge may go I feel healthier and stronger than ever.
Starting Weight: 304.2
Week 1: 300.2 -4.0 lbs
Week 2: 299.8 -0.40 lbs.
Week 3: 296.0 -3.8 lbs
Week 4: 294.0 -2.0 lbs
Week 5: 291.0 -3.0 lbs
Week 6: 287.9 -3.1 lbs
Week 7 286.0 -1.9 lbs
Week 8 284.0 -2.0 lbs
Week 9 279.0 -5.0 lbs
Week 10 277.0 -2.0 lbs Current Weight
Total Weight Loss: -27.20 lbs.
Posted 2 weeks ago
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