Last Visit: Jul 3, 2009 2:35am Last Forum Post: Jul 9, 2008 1:17am Last Photo Upload: Jun 22, 2008 4:41pm Last Profile Update: Jul 3, 2009 2:35am Last Blog Post: Jun 30, 2008 3:01pm
Overall Goal: I've lost about 60 lbs with weight training and now I want to really tone up.
Fit Status:
Getting started again...
Motivation Level: 7/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Linda
Sex:
Female
Age:
44
Location:
Los Angeles, California, United States
Occupation:
Mom of 6 Blessings
Personal Website:
Gym:
Home
Gym Location:
Home
When I Started:
Sep, 2005
How I Started:
I still weighed over 200 pounds after giving birth to my 6th baby. I searched the internet for advice and learned that I had to weight train to make a real difference, that dieting alone would mess up my metabolism and then I would be in a worse mess. I found a home gym (Weider Pro) for $50 on Craigslist.com and started working out every day.
Why I Love It:
I love having control over how my body looks. Even though I sometimes get lazy, I can always step it back up when I start losing ground. Now I'm ready to get serious again.
How I Stay Motivated:
Looking at photos of great fitness models like Monica Brandt.
BB Accomplishments:
I've lost and kept off almost 60 pounds and my dress size has continued to go down. Now I want to get hard.
Do you tell your friends and/or family about your fitness goals?
Yes
Why or why not?
I have very supportive friends and family. They never pick on me if I am going in reverse for a short period. I guess they know I'm more motivated than they are in general :)
- Updated Jun 27, 2008 9:15am
What tips would you give to others to help them stay motivated over the long-term?
I often speak of Jack LaLanne and how I want to age like he has. I watch my mom and how at age 77 she is more like a 90+ year old...she wouldn't exercise. I stress how important it is to stay fit so that you have independence and a flexible, strong body that is less prone to injury well into your December years.I often speak of Jack LaLanne and how I want to age like he has. I watch my mom and how at age 77 she is more like a 90+ year old...she wouldn't exercise. I stress how important it is to stay fit so...more
- Updated Jun 27, 2008 9:15am
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I look at the profiles and pictures of these amazing women on BodySpace that have done what I am trying to do. They are around my age, have had children, and they have this amazing body with feminine muscles, curves and angles everywhere. I have lost around 60 pounds...have 15 to go but I...
First full week of the New Year! Let's fight off the 'resolution' crowd, endure 'til they're gone, keep going long after, and be FABULOUS all year!! Best success wishes, beautiful!
Hi Linda...Please JOIN me in my new group - Christine Lanois @ 47 yrs of age.......prep for the Arnold Classic. See link below
http://groups.bodybuild ing.com/group/list/user/Christ ineLanois
With great determination I want to make a difference in todays society with all demographics. I am here to tell my story; inspire and motivate.
Wishing you the greatest JOY and SUCCESS in 2009
Sincerely
Christine Lanois
"Just like fine wine.....we get better with age"
well back in the zone. yesturday's chest workout was great bench 135 x10 stop there wanted to go more but let not push it. Today the great feeling of being sore is back boy did I miss that.
That's why I'M on here right now. The feast is approaching, and I'm getting my 'self-control' motivation by seeing amazing results like yours. Enjoy, but reasonably, right?
Happy Thanksgiving! Your change is EXCELLENT!! Way to go! Even with the "feast" day upon us, stay on track. Your life transformation is absolutely amazing.
