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Overall Goal: Build muscle, massively lower body fat percentage and improve overall look. Increase strength and flexibility.
Fit Status:
Finding time to fit in a workout on a busy day...
Motivation Level: 8/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Audra
Sex:
Female
Age:
41
Location:
Ohio, United States
Occupation:
Access Services, Academic Library
Personal Website:
Primary Gym:
College:
High School:
When I Started:
Sep, 2008
How I Started:
My husband has worked out seriously most of his adult life. I have been active, but not really into sculpting my body until I turned 40 and was sick and tired of hiding my body!
Why I Love It:
I love the rush after a workout and the feeling of accomplishment. I also simply desire to be more disciplined in my life overall. My Crohn's Disease has been relatively inactive during this time...I may be on to something here!
How I Stay Motivated:
The mirror!! This is not a happy butt!
BB Accomplishments:
I have set goals...trust me, this is an accomplishment!
Forum Signature:
Working for the weak-end!
What Audra4 Is Up To:
Oct 2, 2009
Audra4is inspired by KatNap. Reason: "Not too old to slim down and pump it up! Thanks for the inspiration! "
Audra4is inspired by DeborahAnn. Reason: "Finally I understand the concept of food and the affect it has on fat loss. Thank you and your videos are excellent for clarification and mo... "
Audra4is inspired by BiologyBabe. Reason: "I needed the down and dirty phrase" lot's of cardio, no sugar and clean eating" to kick me up a notch. Mornings are not my strong point and ... "
Build muscle, massively lower body fat percentage and improve overall look. Increase strength and flexibility.
Goal (Long):
Improve stats through intesity and changing routines.
cardio 3x a week first thing in the morning.
improve nutrition by reducing non raw-veggie carbs and increasing protein. Five- six meals a day
write about my knowledge and journey in dealing with Crohn's, full-time desk job, active kids and all through the power of faith!
I needed the down and dirty phrase" lot's of cardio, no sugar and clean eating" to kick me up a notch. Mornings are not my strong point and cardio first thing in the day sounds as bad as reroofing my house in January, myself...alone!
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped you to be a better parent?
My children laugh at me, but then they and their friends talk about my lifestyle,which is odd compared to others. I think they stop and think about food choices and lack of activity now.
- Updated May 28, 2009 2:18pm
How has bodybuilding and fitness helped and/or changed your family life?
Yes, I work out with my husband and kids on occassion!
- Updated May 28, 2009 2:17pm
Do you have any type of chronic disease or condition?
Yes
What is it?
Crohn's Disease
How does fitness help you with your condition? What do you have to do differently in your program since you have this condition?
My father died from complications of CD at 62, and my younger half-sister has had two surgeries. I think that lifestyle not only improves my symptoms and CD activity, it assists me in being stronger to handle any flare-up that might occur. My father died from complications of CD at 62, and my younger half-sister has had two surgeries. I think that lifestyle not only improves my symptoms and CD activity, it assists me in being stronger t...more
I read a lot on the topic of nutrition, and came across this article today that gives a nice explanation about sugar cravings. There was also one in the NY Times that discussed the sugar added to fast food, which I believe was also noted in Super...
