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I strayed away from any type of physical activity my first few years of college. When I started packing on the weight I realized it was time to make some changes. I slowly introduced cardio, which then turned into light weight training. I just recently started kicking up my weight training more intensely after I began noticing results.
Why I Love It:
I love the way I feel and look, all thanks to continual hard work.
How I Stay Motivated:
Seeing results and having supportive friends is always a positive motivator.
BB Accomplishments:
My choice of nutrition is taking a turn for the better. I'm beginning to realize that chocolate isn't my enemy, but it also isn't something I can indulge in every day =)
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Last Updated: Jul 20, 2008 4:54pm
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Jul 21, 2008
Aug 8, 2008
This is me after a year or so of light weight lifting.
What is your favorite "healthy" dessert? Give the recipe if applicable.
Not really a dessert...but it's still pretty tasty =)
No Bake Protein Bar
5 tbsp natural peanut butter (chunky or smooth)
1/2 cup dry oat meal or whole grain hot cereal (uncooked)
1/2 cup oat flour (double the dry oats if you do not have oat flour)
6 scoops chocolate whey protein (approximately 132 grams worth of low-carb protein powder)
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 tablespoons flax seed
Soy Milk (just enough to make the batter sticky, not watery)
Chocolate Chips - throw in some for those of you with a sweet tooth =)
PREPARATION:
Spray an 8x8 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. Combine dry ingredients in a medium size bowl and mix well. Add peanut butter and mix - the mixture will be crumbly and dry. Add water & vanilla.
Using a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, everything until a dough forms. The dough will be sticky. Spread dough into pan using a clean wooden spoon or spatula that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Refrigerate a few hours (or freeze for an hour) and cut into 9 squares. Wrap bars individually (use sandwich bags or plastic wrap) or store in covered container between sheets of wax paper. Keep refrigerated or frozen.Not really a dessert...but it's still pretty tasty =)
No Bake Protein Bar
5 tbsp natural peanut butter (chunky or smooth)
1/2 cup dry oat meal or whole grain hot cereal (uncooked)
1/2 cup oat flour ...more
- Updated Aug 11, 2008 12:39pm
How long do you rest between sets on average? Why?
Now that I'm working with heavier weights, my muscle are fatiguing much faster. I'll rest about a minute or less, depending on the exercise and how my muscles feel.
- Updated Aug 10, 2008 12:56pm
How many reps per set do you usually do? Why?
I strive for 8 with heavier sets and between 12-15 with lighter sets.
I'm on vacation right now with my family for the week. Yes, I kicked and screamed a little (internally); taking a week off from the gym, although beneficial for me, is just plain torture. I found a gym a few towns over which offers a $10 a day flat rate. I went on Sunday and was very pleased...
well thank you very much for that!! also, vacationing is awesome BUT for us gym rats hahha we always seem to find the gyms hahaha, im going to Rome in sept and i had to get my hotel with a gym in it hahahaha, have a great weekend and weeek! dont be astranger!
-Elijah
