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"I would like to lose about 5 more pounds to get to 130 by the first of July."
Personal Info And Background:
Real Name:
Sex:
Female
Age:
48
Location:
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Occupation:
Retired Executive Assistant/ Personal Trainer
Personal Website:
Gym:
Global (formerly Gold's) Fitness
Gym Location:
Kelowna, British Columbia
When I Started:
Jan, 2007
How I Started:
After 2 years of misdiagnosis, in 2004 doctors finally diagnosed me with Lupus and Fibromyalgia. I had been told I had everything from the flu to Lupus to it was all in my head and that I was making it up. It was an enormous blow as I had always been active and here I was barely able to get out of bed, extremely painful joints and muscles, migraine type headaches and severe exhaustion, sleeping for 12 hours at night and at least 5 to 6 hours during the day and never feeling rested. Then add into the mix, my husband after numerous surgeries found that he had a life threatening infection in his leg and had to have his left leg amputated above the knee. I became even more sedentary, depressed and so my comfort was to indulge in food.
In the fall of 2006 my doctor (best his heart) suggested that exercise would help but let’s face it; going to the gym was the furthest thing from my mind. So in October of 2006 I got a membership at the local gym but of course didn’t even set foot into it until the end January of ’07. I was tired of feeling exhausted and sluggish and especially tired looking at my ever-expanding muffin top and decided that I was going to try the Body for Life program. I told my husband he could join me if he wanted but no matter what I was determined to go and do something. Luckily, after much discussion he said that he would try it also.
The first few weeks of the Body for Life Challenge were definitely a “challenge”. Just getting up and going to the gym to work out was overwhelming; walking up a set of stairs produced so much pain (think of the feeling of lactic acid build-up) that I would have to stop half way until the pain subsided. Following a work out was a mandatory nap that could last up to 3 hours, and now naps have gotten to be only 2 hours (it’s amazing what an hour can hold). In fact the mental and physical process of getting to the gym is a strain each and every day. But the feeling of satisfaction, accomplishment and boost to my spirit during and after a workout session has been worth every bit of the struggle.
Why I Love It:
No matter how good or bad I feel going into the gym, after an hour of training I leave knowing that I gave my best and feel fantastic for it. I have never once said , “I wish I hadn’t trained today.”
How I Stay Motivated:
Having a workout partner that exemplifies the meaning of “giving all you got” makes me push a little hard and a little longer. And getting into that "little" black dress....
BB Accomplishments:
Completed the Body For Life Challenge in 2007 and in 3 months shaped a body that I can be proud of.
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Last Updated: Mar 24, 2008 4:33pm
Progress Pictures
Jan 24, 2007
Jan 29, 2008
Started the Body for Life Challenge January 07
My hubby (Captain Ahab) is going to be featured in the Magazine "Beyond 50" and I am being included too. Here are some pics from the shoot.
I would like to lose about 5 more pounds to get to 130 by the first of July.
Goal (Long):
For my 50th birtday in April '10 I want to be in the best shape of my life with a 20% body fat. I want to learn not to place the emphasis on a number on the scale but on how I feel.
Last night as I got ready for bed I took my usual medication for my lupus headaches, I hoped that I would a) be able to go to sleep and b) that the headache would go away. Well 3 hours later I was up taking another dose of headache medication. Normally this would knock me out but a few...
Started a new program last Tuesday and will continue doing it for a minimum of 12 weeks. Workout 5 days per week. Body exercises are rotated every week.
Started with
Monday Abs - Back - Bis
Tuesday Chest - Tris
Thursday Abs - Legs
Friday Delts
Saturday Abs - Bis -...
Happy Independence Day!!! It is extra special for me as I celebrate over here!!! I hope you have a wonderful celebration filled with the warmth of family and friends!!!
I've been asked if I would like to go over there and help! It is dangerous, but the chance to do something like that makes it worth it!!! I'm really considering it..
Hi Judi, hope all is well with you and the Captain! I do have a request, if you could read my latest blog and if there's anything you can do to help, it would be so appreciated. God bless.
Judi Judi! Thank you so much! I am doing well. Had my 1st "cheat" day on Thursday...was so sick on Friday...LOL! Met all my goals last week and actually went over on calories burned 3047! Nice...Hope you and Captain are doing well...You both sure look great!
Thank you so much you look beautiful and your husband look great. I love your story on you & your husband You guys look really beautiful I have something I would like to share with you I was born with heart disease.
Thank you my darling. Without your constant support none of this would have been possible. I thank the Lord each day that He sent you to me. Together we can and will make a difference in our fight against the epidemic of obesity that threatens the population.
just read the article about you and Errol what an amazing story and what an inspirational couple you really are NEVER again will I moan about my love handles or "gammy" knee thank you so much for sharing all the best to both of you in all you do
Ms Judi! Just got thru reading the article on you two lovebirds...AWESOME story! You two are incredible - I am looking forward to getting to know you both! Take care & have a wonderful day!
Glad to hear your feeling better! I know what you mean about the computer as I dont really like it much, and use it as needed even though I am a grad student! I feel like it has become a part of my body!
I think it is amazing your progress your hubby has told me about. I am working too hard it would seem. I did not know there was such a thing?! I am of the school no pain no gain but I guess too much pain...no gain at all huh?
Have you been in competition lately?
Thank you for the add Judi! And for saying my numbers are amazing! Good job getting out there and breaking a sweat, sometimes it's a lot easier not to.
Hi Judimax! You look amazing! The Captain told me you are his wife! Lucky guy! :) I am new to Bodyspace but looking forward to making lots of friends! Congrats on your upcoming photo shoot!
