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Overall Goal: Well finally got the first 10 lbs. off! Yey me!!! Can't wait to see the next 10 lbs come off..... and the next........
Fit Status:
going through old skinny jeans yesterday was both exciting and depressing - How did I go so far backwards? But determined to wear them again
Motivation Level: 7/10
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Louann
Sex:
Female
Age:
49
Location:
United States
Occupation:
housewife and mother of 3
Personal Website:
Gym:
Gold's Gym
Gym Location:
PA
When I Started:
Aug, 2006
How I Started:
I started working out about Nov. of 2006 after I lost 20lbs. I want to continue loosing weight and also want to be toned and defined.
Why I Love It:
I look better than I have since I started having children. That was about 16 years ago. I was always tired and avoided physical activity as much as possible. I am still on a journey and learning as I go. I want to continue to do more with body building. I want to have some muscle definition and to be tight and toned. Most of all I think it'd be cool to have a 6-pack like my 12 year old daughter who is in gymnastics. I had to kill some time the past couple of days and I walked/jogged 10 miles yesterday and 8 miles today. I am still amazed that it is me doing this. I normally do about 4 miles a day and half of it is jogging.
How I Stay Motivated:
I don't always. But when I get to a tough spot I hang in there till I find the determination to go on. I worked so hard to loose 40lbs. since Aug. and refuse to go back up in weight again. People are starting to notice and comment on my weight loss. Last night a friend called me "slim"! How great that felt! And of course there's always shopping! Love buying smaller jeans. My friends on this site have gone a long way to keep me on track or get me back on track. And looking at all the people who are disciplined and have the bodies to show for it. Life is hard - either I'm out of shape and miserable, or I'm working my butt off but reaping the rewards for doing so. Figure it's better to fight in order to keep moving forward, then to fight starting over again!
BB Accomplishments:
Okay, someone said I should update my accomplishments, so here goes.....
I am 2 pounds short of having lost 60 lbs. total
I have learned to eat good and stick with a strict diet
I have not eaten chocolate or any other junk for 49 days straight!
And forget about not being interested in competing...... I think I'm hooked and when ready - maybe next year will try to do a competition. Thanks to Carla Hampshire for encouraging me to go for it!
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Well finally got the first 10 lbs. off! Yey me!!! Can't wait to see the next 10 lbs come off..... and the next........
Goal (Long):
With a small stature of 4'9" my excess weight showed up quickly. When I felt like it was hard to breathe and felt like I had to waddle when I walked I weighed myself. I was getting close to 200 lbs. I knew it was time to stop gaining weight. I have lost 40lbs. since Aug. 2006 and I want to loose 40lbs. more by Nov. 2007. I also want to start a weight lifting workout in order to tone and tighten as I go. I would like some definition of muscles and also a six pack. I want to stay active and feel good and be healthy. I look forward to feeling good enough to go swimming with my little girls and look good in a bathing suit!
Weight Goal:
I want to LOSE 80 lb
Bodyfat Goal:
Upcoming Contest:
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Well at this point I don't think I will be able to do the 5k on Saturday. I was so determined to do this. It's hard to let go of it. But yesterday I ran outside with my trainer. It was hard but I finished and thought I was okay as I walked to my car. When I got home only about 10 minutes later,...
definitely not the oldies the gym plays in the A.M.
Supplements:
BodyTech Tetrabolic Protein Shake - Matrix of Micellar Casein & Whey Proteins was looking for the blend of Casein and Whey proteins - most shakes don't have these combined at...
I completely agree with you. I have friends that I try and encourage to get healthier and so on, but there are always excuses. I know it's hard to start and get into the routine of things...but that's just it, they just have to start. They are also in the mentality of getting fit as a deadline haha. Fit as a lifestyle is the way to go. I'm sure they will come around one day :)
That's awesome. Make good use of your time there :) I'm happy you checked out Adrian. It's been a joy to watch him transform from 110lbs to 135 lbs. He is so much more positive, confident, happy!
my weekend was composed of a LOT of sleep. i've been lacking energy since i'm on a cutting phase now. carb intake is at a minimum. i'm soooo hungry. lol but i WILL get ripped for this summer. :) you like this soccer pic? me too! it's totally candid! :D
hi girlie as pacheco calls u,im working so much and so tired, but will be watching out for yu k, glad you're back and hope home life has settled down for you, huggs my friend
yup! it's my bday! thanks for the greeting! and no, i wasn't holding out. i was just too busy lately and before i knew it... BAM! 1 year older. sigh...
