Anyone want to shape up in 2018? A continuing journey.......

Ms. Haiku

Afib again. Doctors will figure something out. I wonder if stress from unemployment causes it, or it is what it is.

Haven't run in a while with my hurt back, but hopefully soon. Tried an easy yoga routine yesterday and that didn't hurt me. That's a start in the right direction.

2-feign-reluctance

Ms. Haiku said:

2-feign-reluctance said:

Just signed up with Bodybuilding.com
Trying 12 weeks Lee Labrada's program, along with the diet. Says it's like 70% diet. This shit is gonna be hard, but it's high time.

Does your program promote a drastic diet change or a moderate diet change? I think changing a little at a time may be easier and could be maintained.

Pretty drastic for me - plus I have type I diabetes, so I can't really do a no carb type of diet. I'm going to my dietician for that and will just have to see how this style of work out hits my BGs pre and post.

markymark550

Ms. Haiku said:

Afib again. Doctors will figure something out. I wonder if stress from unemployment causes it, or it is what it is.

Haven't run in a while with my hurt back, but hopefully soon. Tried an easy yoga routine yesterday and that didn't hurt me. That's a start in the right direction.

Hope you get it figured out soon. Heart issues like that are no joke. My wife has PSVT and has to take a beta blocker to help control her heartrate. Certain things like caffeine and alcohol will trigger it so she has to be careful about what she eats/drinks. Being overly stressed out can trigger it too. I'll admit I get very scared for her when she has an episode of it.

rr165892

Mark,How's your progress?
Have you added strength while leaning out?
Does your trainer give you recommendations on matching your diet and workout to your body goals?

Sprunkn7

Ms. Haiku said:

Afib again. Doctors will figure something out. I wonder if stress from unemployment causes it, or it is what it is.

Haven't run in a while with my hurt back, but hopefully soon. Tried an easy yoga routine yesterday and that didn't hurt me. That's a start in the right direction.

Oh Ms. H. Sorry for all the trouble you're having. Stress helps nothing...uggh. Have faith. It took me 9 months to find my last job, but it was the perfect fit so stay positive! Hope it gets worked out soon, thats a scary thing no matter what.

As for me I've been lazy and pretty "bad". Nothing like where I was when i started the thread but I have backed up a bit. I have a few parties this weekend and I'm not stressing about it too much. I'm going to enjoy and focus on treating my body well.
I started a walking group at my beach. So far it's hit or miss with a lot of the ladies that wanted to walk together 3 or 4 days a week. I'm all excited if one or two show up. I think once the holiday is over we will get on track.
I saw I missed 42 posts...wow. I have been bad.

guacamolejoe

markymark550 said:

Good luck guacamolejoe and 2-feign-reluctance!

And yeah, diet is the most important part of it. You can kill it in the gym, but if you're eating crap whatever you do in your workouts won't be as effective. I hate to use the word diet though, because it's more of a lifestyle change than modifying habits for a little while.

Thanks for encouragement!

You are what you eat, that's for sure.
To me,
Food = Fuel;
By definition 1: something consumed to produce energy.

guacamolejoe

Ms. Haiku said:

guacamolejoe said:

Started going back to the gym this week. Would like to be able to get there 4-5 days for the next few weeks. Motivation is key, my willpower not nearly as good as it use to be. Turning 57 soon, it doesn't get easier that for sure, lol.

Good luck and have fun, guacamolejoe!

Thanks.

Ms. Haiku said:

Afib again. Doctors will figure something out. I wonder if stress from unemployment causes it, or it is what it is.

Haven't run in a while with my hurt back, but hopefully soon. Tried an easy yoga routine yesterday and that didn't hurt me. That's a start in the right direction.

Hope your doctors can solve the problem.

markymark550

rr165892 said:

Mark,How's your progress?
Have you added strength while leaning out?
Does your trainer give you recommendations on matching your diet and workout to your body goals?

I think my progress is going well. Can definitely tell that I'm getting stronger and it's starting to show as well. Still have some stubborn belly fat to get rid of though. The diet and workouts the trainer does are geared more towards fat loss. Once I am able to get the belly fat off, I'm going to need to modify my diet to be able to keep building muscle.

markymark550

guacamolejoe said:

markymark550 said:

Good luck guacamolejoe and 2-feign-reluctance!

And yeah, diet is the most important part of it. You can kill it in the gym, but if you're eating crap whatever you do in your workouts won't be as effective. I hate to use the word diet though, because it's more of a lifestyle change than modifying habits for a little while.

Thanks for encouragement!

You are what you eat, that's for sure.
To me,
Food = Fuel;
By definition 1: something consumed to produce energy.

You're welcome! We're all supportive here!

And you definitely are what you eat, no doubt about that.

Ms. Haiku

1 mile in segments. Just starting back after the break. Need to work out earlier because heat comes through the roof windows. My goal is to work out consistently. Once I do that I can focus on strength. Looking forward to it.

Sprunkn7 I'm a walker. One of my favorite things to do. If we meet up at a concert we should walk around

Sprunkn7

I put my bathing suit on for the first time this season, like in public for the beach. Well, that gives me some more motivation! There are a lot of very brave ladies out there.... wearing two piece suits that have way less than the perfect bikini image. I guess they're super confident with their bodies and just are so comfortable in their skin they don't care. I wish I could feel like that!

Mrs H, sorry I missed you in philly! You going to Fenway?

rr165892

Sprunkn,I'm glad you realize that image thing is something you ladies create in your own head.As dudes we are not nearly as critical on how you gals look.We are just glad your not wearing much clothing.lol
Rock what you got! Who cares what the TV commercials and media portray as ideal.They are wrong.

Ms. Haiku

Sprunkn7 said:

I put my bathing suit on for the first time this season, like in public for the beach. Well, that gives me some more motivation! There are a lot of very brave ladies out there.... wearing two piece suits that have way less than the perfect bikini image. I guess they're super confident with their bodies and just are so comfortable in their skin they don't care. I wish I could feel like that!

Mrs H, sorry I missed you in philly! You going to Fenway?

I have tickets for August 7. If I have a job I will go.

Ms. Haiku

rr165892 said:

Sprunkn,I'm glad you realize that image thing is something you ladies create in your own head.As dudes we are not nearly as critical on how you gals look.We are just glad your not wearing much clothing.lol
Rock what you got! Who cares what the TV commercials and media portray as ideal.They are wrong.

rr165892, write this every so often.

Sprunkn7

Ms. H I have Sunday tickets too! This time I won't wait until last minute to reach out. Even if it's just a hey nice to meetcha, but I think a walk and a drink sounds better!

You WILL have a job! You will you will you will!!!!

Back to the beach this am. Did a nice walk on the sand. I felt a little better in my suit due to rr165892 giving me a boost :-)
We love to hear this so yeah, tell your ladies. It's important to us!

rr165892

It's all good ladies.Glad to help.

Ms. Haiku said:

rr165892 said:

Sprunkn,I'm glad you realize that image thing is something you ladies create in your own head.As dudes we are not nearly as critical on how you gals look.We are just glad your not wearing much clothing.lol
Rock what you got! Who cares what the TV commercials and media portray as ideal.They are wrong.

rr165892, write this every so often.

You got it

2-feign-reluctance

Starting Lee Labrada's 12 week lean program tomorrow minus his diet suggestions.

rr165892

2-feign-reluctance said:

Starting Lee Labrada's 12 week lean program tomorrow minus his diet suggestions.

What's the deal with the diet portion? Are you already following a sensible eating plan?

Sprunkn7

the diet looks lean and anyone eating that way will lose weight with that alone.

Ms. Haiku

Half-hour on the stationary bicycle. More moderate exercise because I'm trying to get back to waking up at the time I wake up when I have a job. When I get a job it won't be a shock.