Blu Bulks for some Big Ones Journal

[blu2xtreme]

I didn't get an expensive one, I think it's an oster, but I made sure it was a powerful motor.

You could splurge and get a vitamix one like tropical smoothie uses...only $575

If I had some money I might get this for 92.50

http://www.restaurantequipment.net/new/pic/WAR-BB185~fales.jpg.html

I like my shakes but for $575 I could get a lcd tv for my bedroom.

[blu2xtreme]

Shoulder night - short and sweet ...very sweet - felt strong

DB shoulder press x 4 sets
bb front raise x 4 sets
lateral hammer grip x 4 sets
face pulls x 4sets

Food strong today too

meal 1 - 3 eggs / ezekiel bread
meal 2 - Jamba Juice whey drink
meal 3 - Late lunch out with daughter at panda express - 2 chicken entrees - 530 cals / 51 pro / 17 carbs / 23 fat eating out is scary:hypno:
meal 4 - 1 1/2 scoops whey / pb

[freebirdmac]

http://www5.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?DeptID=57089&CatID=58059&GrpTyp=PRD&ItemID=10fc139&attrtype=&attrvalue=&CMID=57089%7c57345&Fltr=&Srt=&QL=F&IND=2&cmVirtualCat=&CmCatId=57089|57345|58059

[blu2xtreme]

Arm Workout - 4 sets each

flat close grip bench
rope push downs
incline close grip bench

Standing db curls
EZ bar preacher curls hands close
Hammer curls, alternating.

[blu2xtreme]

Haven't posted pics in a little while and Mike is getting way ahead and I would guess tomorrow he will be posting new posing pics..yes coach I know you that well :D

Before and after workout / haircut pics:)
...and yes that is my workout/futon room

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/mms_picture1.jpghttp://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/010-2.jpg

[freebirdmac]

Looking good Paula! Nice haircut too :)

[Mac]

Great pics. With all of the things you're going thru, you still have a great smile... and big muscles.

[blu2xtreme]

Looking good Paula! Nice haircut too :)

I love my hair shorter - nice to do what I want right now not what anyone else wants:)


Great pics. With all of the things you're going thru, you still have a great smile... and big muscles.

Smiling is a little harder these days but it's getting better
I can't wait to see what muscle gain I can get when I get back from Columbus - I should be very motivated as well as having a new place to workout , time to focus on my food and less stress.

[gman]

Is that the famous futon in the right side of the Hurley shirt pic?

Is it getting easier on your back?

You look great with shorter hair I think

[blu2xtreme]

Is that the famous futon in the right side of the Hurley shirt pic?

Is it getting easier on your back?

You look great with shorter hair I think

My room is scary ...it's amazing I don't kill myself moving around in there trying to workout.
Futon still sucks to sleep on - just so tired I sleep anyway
Thanks, my hair gets weird waves going when I let it grow - so I am happier with it short.

[gman]

my hair used to do that, when I had hair.

[blu2xtreme]

my hair used to do that, when I had hair.

You look great with no hair ...it works for you ;)

[gman]

You look great with no hair ...it works for you ;)

i have an alien sized head though, especially from the side

must be my extremely large cranium for my extremely large brain

[blu2xtreme]

i have an alien sized head though, especially from the side

must be my extremely large cranium for my extremely large brain

large is good;)

[BEAST MODE]

i have an alien sized head though, especially from the side

must be my extremely large cranium for my extremely large brain

Why is it always accountants that have the huge heads? If we have such huge brains, you'd think we'd be smart enough to not go into accounting...

[gman]

Why is it always accountants that have the huge heads? If we have such huge brains, you'd think we'd be smart enough to not go into accounting...

smart does not equal common sense, Rich.

we are idiots for being accountants

[gman]

large is good;)

i thought you said size didn't matter a while back? :hypno:

[blu2xtreme]

i thought you said size didn't matter a while back? :hypno:

That would depend on what we were talking about at the time;)

[gman]

That would depend on what we were talking about at the time;)

I think it was the big ones you were bulking for.

[blu2xtreme]

I think it was the big ones you were bulking for.

Then size does matter:p

[gman]

leaves me out...I am shrinking! ;)

[blu2xtreme]

leaves me out...I am shrinking! ;)

As long as you only shrink in the right places your safe :p

[blu2xtreme]

Packed most of the day then shopped now I have to pack some more.

Meal 1 - 3 eggs / ezekiel bread

then a long span with no food - grabbed a banana and a spoon of pb at my moms while running around

Meal 3 - 5 oz chicken / 1/2 c cottage cheese - I was starving

Should be able to get 2 more meals in

[blu2xtreme]

I am 80% packed and ready to move :)

from packing and lifting boxes all day yesterday my arms, shoulders and upper back ( shoulder blade area ) are so sore... Glad it's leg day

[HeavyDutyGuy]

whats so bad about accounting? Besides the fact it sounds boring?....

[BEAST MODE]

whats so bad about accounting? Besides the fact it sounds boring?....

You hit the nail on the head.

[HeavyDutyGuy]

You hit the nail on the head.
I tend to do that, In that case you have my sympathys... so any other things to Vocationally or careerwise do you think you might try? PS my job sucks and is extremely boring 90% of the time, only took it cause personal training is soooooo slow right now.

[BEAST MODE]

I tend to do that, In that case you have my sympathys... so any other things to Vocationally or careerwise do you think you might try? PS my job sucks and is extremely boring 90% of the time, only took it cause personal training is soooooo slow right now.

I'd love to go back to school for IT or some type of astronomy-type science.

[blu2xtreme]

I love my job ...just saying :)

Nice new back avi richwa :drool:
I have a thing for backs :p

[gman]

Backs or backsides? ;)

[blu2xtreme]

Backs or backsides? ;)

It started with a shoulder thing and moved to a back thing ...so glutes are next :p

[HeavyDutyGuy]

I thinking she just likes any part of male anatomy.

[gman]

except the little toe

[blu2xtreme]

I thinking she just likes any part of male anatomy.


except the little toe

He's right I don't like feet ...I do love quads and calves ;)

[gman]

I have good hammies, are those on the list too?

[blu2xtreme]

I have good hammies, are those on the list too?

They could be on my list if you want...but your quads caught my eye first;)

[BEAST MODE]

I love my job ...just saying :)

Nice new back avi richwa :drool:
I have a thing for backs :p

Thank you dear! Back is my favorite thing to train. I beat the hell out of my back last year.

[gman]

They could be on my list if you want...but your quads caught my eye first;)

quads are a dime a dozen, very few have good hammies!

[blu2xtreme]

Thank you dear! Back is my favorite thing to train. I beat the hell out of my back last year.

Your hard work shows ...I love working my back too


quads are a dime a dozen, very few have good hammies!

I added hammies to the list ...already commented on your new avi :drool::drool:

[gman]

backs win the contests. When everyone turns and does a back double bi, you can usually tell who is going to win

thank you for the drool!

[blu2xtreme]

backs win the contests. When everyone turns and does a back double bi, you can usually tell who is going to win

thank you for the drool!

I'll drool for you anytime coach :yep:

[gman]

whats so bad about accounting? Besides the fact it sounds boring?....

boring is too nice a term!

I am too antsy and people oriented to be a CPA. I have changed from being introverted to being extroverted as the years have gone by.

I need a career where I can help people.

[gman]

I'll drool for you anytime coach :yep:

:hypno::hypno::hypno::hypno:

[blu2xtreme]

:hypno::hypno::hypno::hypno:

You always make me smile :D

Leg night finally done - packing really gets in the way of training - only 5 days to go until move day

SLDL's x 4 sets
Plie squats x 4 sets
leg ext x 4 sets
leg curl x 4 sets

decent work out considering I am pretty wiped out lately

[blu2xtreme]

Cardio - 40 mins treadmill inclines - last week of morning cardio - everything changes next week - yes I am scared to death of change

Count down begins - 4 more wake ups and I am out of my place and into my new place.
It will be a shaky week for food - I wish my emotions didn't connect to eating - I will work hard to get cals in.

[freebirdmac]

Cardio - 40 mins treadmill inclines - last week of morning cardio - everything changes next week - yes I am scared to death of change

Count down begins - 4 more wake ups and I am out of my place and into my new place.
It will be a shaky week for food - I wish my emotions didn't connect to eating - I will work hard to get cals in.

You'll adapt fast :) And probably realize a sense of relief and reduction of stress. I'm excited for you!

Definitely keep an eye on the food. I too lose my appetite when stressed, mad, upset, etc. Still gotta force it in.

[blu2xtreme]

I do feel a lot more at peace then I thought I would feel:)

meal 1 - cottage cheese / applesauce/ walnuts
meal 2 - chicken/ cottage cheese

[gman]

good job getting the food in! I know you probably are having to force it a little.

[Baldiewonkanobi]

[quote=gman;884255]backs win the contests. When everyone turns and does a back double bi, you can usually tell who is going to win :yep:


Thats the plan.........


Baldie

Eat your Wheaties blu

[HeavyDutyGuy]

It only wins nowadays if you have shredded glutes and hams. Otherwise, I'd be undefeated, lol.

[blu2xtreme]

Love you boys talking about backs , glutes and hammies on my thread ...makes for sweet dreams;)

Chest work finally done ...it's been a long night

high incline bb x 4 sets
high incline fly x 4 sets
low incline bb x 4 sets
low incline fly x 4 sets

[HeavyDutyGuy]

Glad to oblige Blu!

[blu2xtreme]

Glad to oblige Blu!

Thanks, I need all the help I can get these days :)

[blu2xtreme]

Morning cardio - time for work
I have decided there is not enough hours in my day to ever get everything I need done - just not going to happen
Some how it will all come together by Friday ...I hope

[freebirdmac]

You get to get out whether you're all packed or not. You can always go back for stuff that you didn't get ready. But you'll be out!

[blu2xtreme]

You get to get out whether you're all packed or not. You can always go back for stuff that you didn't get ready. But you'll be out!

He's trying to stall me now too .... He Called me this morning and said it's going to rain so I should post pone my move a week.
I told him I will deal with the rain - I will be moving Friday.

[blu2xtreme]

Came home early from work today...might be a stomch virus
I just don't feel 100% - not a good time to get sick:(

[gman]

get well soon, Paula!

[blu2xtreme]

get well soon, Paula!

Thanks Mike ...it could be stress
I don't feel as bad as I did earlier
haven't eaten yet so that would be the test

[blu2xtreme]

Just finished back night and ate 2 scoops whey /pb ....I should know soon if I am really sick or not
3 sets each
lat pull downs overhand
underhand close grip
bb rows overhand
bb rows underhand

looking forward to getting back to some hard workouts after I get settled into the new place and get back from Columbus

[blu2xtreme]

I did do 40 mins cardio -
Stomach seems ok - still have a massive headache ...I am calling the illness - stress related

[Down4whatever]

I did do 40 mins cardio -
Stomach seems ok - still have a massive headache ...I am calling the illness - stress related

I'm proud of ya Paula! Keep focusing on all of the positive aspects of this transition.

It's not your fault; keep chanting that to yourself. And keep your head high! If you need to chat, my phone number is on my facebook page.

[blu2xtreme]

I'm proud of ya Paula! Keep focusing on all of the positive aspects of this transition.

It's not your fault; keep chanting that to yourself. And keep your head high! If you need to chat, my phone number is on my facebook page.

Thanks Matt
I miss having you around here ...might need some advice once I'm out on my own and need someone to chat with.

[gman]

you're lucky, Matt posted on your thread.

I miss him a lot.

[blu2xtreme]

you're lucky, Matt posted on your thread.

I miss him a lot.

He must like me better:p
or feel sorry for me :(

[gman]

He must like me better:p
or feel sorry for me :(

it's the first one, most definitely :drool:

[blu2xtreme]

it's the first one, most definitely :drool:
Thanks ...I needed that today:)
I came home sick from work again - not sure if I'm really sick - just don't feel great

[gman]

Well you deserve 3 drools, but I didn't want you to get too cocky.

[blu2xtreme]

Well you deserve 3 drools, but I didn't want you to get too cocky.

It's the thought that counts
Thanks :hugme:

[blu2xtreme]

I am going back to the I am sick theory ...only had one meal and it didn't stay with me long . Drinking some G2 Gatorade - not sure if I could handle any food and I already packed my bullet blender

[freebirdmac]

Do the best you can to get through the day Paula. Sipping on gatorade is a good idea. Don't pass out in the OR!

[blu2xtreme]

Do the best you can to get through the day Paula. Sipping on gatorade is a good idea. Don't pass out in the OR!

I had to take another sick Day just not doing any better.
Mom says I need solid food like toast but moms say that stuff
any ideas what to try?
I am drinking Gatorade

[gman]

I had to take another sick Day just not doing any better.
Mom says I need solid food like toast but moms say that stuff
any ideas what to try?
I am drinking Gatorade

did you try soft boiled eggs
soda crackers
chicken bouillion?

[blu2xtreme]

did you try soft boiled eggs
soda crackers
chicken bouillion?

Part of my problem is my house is in boxes so my food choices are limited I did try scrambled eggs last night - was not a great choice.

[gman]

Part of my problem is my house is in boxes so my food choices are limited I did try scrambled eggs last night - was not a great choice.

Hate to be gross, are you throwing up when you eat or just diarrhea?

when I had that diarhhea thing a week or two ago, yogurt seemed to be appealing for some odd reason

[blu2xtreme]

Hate to be gross, are you throwing up when you eat or just diarrhea?

when I had that diarhhea thing a week or two ago, yogurt seemed to be appealing for some odd reason

I seem to catch what ever you get ...must be a coach / student thing :)

I don't have any yogurt - actually I have almost nothing
With moving this week I didn't grocery shop - if I am up to it I will run and get some yogurt , that actually sounds kind of good.

[Baldiewonkanobi]

YIPES....body fluids/yogurt.

So you are moving then flying to Columbus the same week??


Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

YIPES....body fluids/yogurt.

So you are moving then flying to Columbus the same week??


Baldie

Yes ...I am crazy
Moving this weekend and leaving for Columbus on Thursday.
Columbus was already planned and I didn't want to cancel it.

[freebirdmac]

Get yourself some pepto or immodium. Drink gatorade and eat popsicles. For solid foods, you may not be able to eat much for a day or two. The brat diet is what's always taught, bananas, applesauce, rice, and toast (tea). Really anything you feel like eating is fine. Just stay away from hard to digest foods. Time is the real treatment. Yogurt will help replace the bad bacteria.

[blu2xtreme]

Get yourself some pepto or immodium. Drink gatorade and eat popsicles. For solid foods, you may not be able to eat much for a day or two. The brat diet is what's always taught, bananas, applesauce, rice, and toast (tea). Really anything you feel like eating is fine. Just stay away from hard to digest foods. Time is the real treatment. Yogurt will help replace the bad bacteria.

Thanks Pam ...brat diet was what I was trying to remember - I guess my kids were never sick:)
Had toast - so far I'm ok but haven't had any liquids today yet

[freebirdmac]

LIQUIDS ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT THING TO GET INTO YOUR BODY!!! You do NOT want to get dehydrated. Start sipping. Every 10 minutes take a sip!!!!!!!!!

[blu2xtreme]

Before I have any more liquids I need to run and get more gatorade G2 and some yogurt , bananas - I have rice
I have to have strength to move tomorrow night

[blu2xtreme]

On my way to the store I rode past my apartment and took a pic - I need to get excited again - it happens tomorrow :)
I chose greek yogurt and bananas to eat

My apartment is the one on the second floor and had windows going along the whole apartment - the balcony is off my bedroom

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0033.jpg

[gman]

this would easily be $1800 a month in Va Beach...You got a nice place. It really looks like a high end condo

[blu2xtreme]

Thanks Mike ...I am really starting to get excited about it again

I'm sure I will be posting more pics this weekend and I'll send you the pics of the workout rooms equipment so I can get going on training again.

[GirlyMuscle]

Get some pedialyte popsicles. Take care!

[blu2xtreme]

Get some pedialyte popsicles. Take care!

Thanks
I did well with the Gatorade earlier and yogurt so I think I am past the worst of it.
I will know soon I just had chicken and brown rice, I need some energy for the move.
Can't believe it's tomorrow - it came faster then I thought

[freebirdmac]

Moving Day!!! Also known as Liberation from Negativity Day!!!


:jump:

[Sledge]

i thought Sat was moving day? Oh well Fridays an even better day to move. Let us know when your done we'll have a beer to celebrate.

[blu2xtreme]

Moving Day!!! Also known as Liberation from Negativity Day!!!


:jump:

Yes it is ...there's been a lot of game playing this week...it didn't work.
Thanks for the similes that's about how I feel - if I don't over think it :)


i thought Sat was moving day? Oh well Fridays an even better day to move. Let us know when your done we'll have a beer to celebrate.

It was moved up a day ... which worked out great
My daughter and I will move some stuff today and tonight the big stuff gets moved.
My weight bench is apart and in the garage and so are all my weight plates and db's that was a workout my itself last night.
My family is going to hate me after carrying all those weights up the stairs:p

[blu2xtreme]

I think I am better - no issue's since yesterday
Having an odd morning meal - Honey greek yogurt / banana / pb
Will give coffee a try after that - I don't function well without it:)

[gman]

put cinnamon in the coffee, it is supposed to settle your stomach

[blu2xtreme]

put cinnamon in the coffee, it is supposed to settle your stomach

I would but it's packed :D

[blu2xtreme]

It is really happening
I will be discounting my wireless router and packing up the laptop soon
Hopefully I can get it all up and running again:D

[blu2xtreme]

2 loads moved and Internet up and running
Feeling good about things :)

[gman]

2 loads moved and Internet up and running
Feeling good about things :)

only 1pm and you already are on line! awesome!

Glad things are going well, I was wondering how you were doing.

Now get back to work!

[freebirdmac]

You're going to sleep with a smile on your face tonight! :D

[blu2xtreme]

Wireless network up and running too :excited:

we start moving the big stuff in about a hour
My daughter was a trooper - we moved 4 loads of my suv full of stuff

[GirlyMuscle]

Think maybe the tummy thing was nerves?

[blu2xtreme]

Think maybe the tummy thing was nerves?

Could very well be ...I feel a lot better today :)

[D_T]

Good luck with the move.

[blu2xtreme]

Good luck with the move.

Thanks ...it went well

Finally settling down for the night ...Pam you were right I will sleep with a smile on my face tonight :)
My apartment is so perfect for my daughter and I ...it just fits

[GirlyMuscle]

Sweet dreams, Blu. xoxox

[Sledge]

Cool you're moved. Finally. YAY

New places never smell right when you move in so just make sure you both stink the place up over the next few days.

where's the pics of the new place with junk strewn everywhere.

[blu2xtreme]

Sweet dreams, Blu. xoxox

They will be :)


Cool you're moved. Finally. YAY

New places never smell right when you move in so just make sure you both stink the place up over the next few days.

where's the pics of the new place with junk strewn everywhere.

I am way to vain to post messy pics :p

Pics will be up soon

[tifflex]

Congratulations on the move!

[Baldiewonkanobi]

NEW DIGS :yep:

Baldie

[freebirdmac]

Has it hit yet? Tasting the freedom? Feel some weight slip off your shoulders? :D

[blu2xtreme]

I feel Great ...I know I made the right choice.
I woke up - made coffee...looked around at my place and just smiled ...life is good :yep:

[gman]

and you can drink the whole pot yourself!

that is....if you eat first. Not allowed to caffeine up until you eat

[blu2xtreme]

and you can drink the whole pot yourself!

that is....if you eat first. Not allowed to caffeine up until you eat

Just realized that I haven't eaten yet today...coffee and a lot to do is a food killer for me ...I will eat something before I forget

[blu2xtreme]

A few pics of my new place - dining room and my bedroom furniture will not arrive until Mar 12th
Living room
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0057.jpg

Breakfast Bar
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0054.jpg

kitchen ...notice the blue
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0051.jpg

[freebirdmac]

Nice apartment!

[gman]

Looks like an HGTV show in just 24 hrs!

[blu2xtreme]

Nice apartment!

I love it


Looks like an HGTV show in just 24 hrs!

I do have great taste ...don't I :p

[blu2xtreme]

My daughter and I went down to the fitness center for a light work out and take pics for coach Mike - I can't wait to get started on a new routine.

Here's some pics
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4396348548_b83fbf9f45.jpghttp://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4395573819_82b6b60b26.jpg
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4396343810_ae24d946ae.jpghttp://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4396342846_af494bb731.jpg
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4395583377_7702f8ec81.jpghttp://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4395577055_3dcbfc09ec.jpg
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4395579981_33361d69f5.jpghttp://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/4395582431_a9f5325730.jpg

[D_T]

Nice place. I like the HOPE thing on the stand.

[gman]

Good stuff! No squat rack, but we can work around that with the seated leg press....looks like plenty of room to do walking lunges! (evil laughter)

Even a seated row machine!

[blu2xtreme]

Nice place. I like the HOPE thing on the stand.

My new place is all about HOPE ...theres a BELIEVE sign on top of the kitchen cabinets too:)


Good stuff! No squat rack, but we can work around that with the seated leg press....looks like plenty of room to do walking lunges! (evil laughter)

Even a seated row machine!

Should be great changing things up ...no lunges ...messes with my knee remember ..ha ha :p

I can still do deads ...still have my bb and weights in apartment

[gman]

ok no walking lunges, yeah right, I remember. ;)

Can't give you too hard a time, I never do them either.

you can do stiff legs with dbs as well if you want to change things up.

[MsGuns]

New place...new you...I cant wait to meet you!
Im so happy for you...

[blu2xtreme]

ok no walking lunges, yeah right, I remember. ;)

Can't give you too hard a time, I never do them either.

you can do stiff legs with dbs as well if you want to change things up.

Changing things up will be fun ...Jess said not to mention she was working out with me ...she is worried you would make her a work out too ...she just wants to do cardio:dunno:


New place...new you...I cant wait to meet you!
Im so happy for you...

Can't wait to meet you girl ...I am crazy happy :p

[gman]

When Jess sees you all muscled up, she might want to start lifting too!

[MsGuns]

I bet you are smiling ear to ear and a lot of bricks have been lifted off your shoulders.

[blu2xtreme]

New place ...new week ...new workout ...life is good :)

Thanks Mike for getting the workout to me so quickly :flowers:

[gman]

you might not thank me after you do the workout! ;)

Glad you are feeling so positive!

[blu2xtreme]

Great day ...heading down for first work out at the apartment :)

[blu2xtreme]

Way cool to walk down the stairs and walk 2 mins and be working out. There were only 2 guys in the fitness center and they were doing cardio.
It was like being at a resort ...people in the pool and spa - some barbecuing and a lot strolling on the walking paths.

Jess ( daughter ) did 2 sets of all exercises - she did great and is now excited about lifting. :)

Chest day / leg night - great first training day here at the apt fitness center

incline bench machine x 3 sets
flat bench machine x 3 sets
low to high cable flys x 3 sets
leg press feet close x 3 sets
leg press feet apart x 3 sets
leg extensions x 3 sets

Need to make dinner ...we are very hungry :D

[blu2xtreme]

only took one pic ...a little shy today ..wore lots of cloths :p
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0107.jpg

[gman]

Really sounds like a great time...I am glad Jess enjoyed it. Hopefully she will stay enthusiastic like her mom!

It must be nice having your own private workout facility!

[blu2xtreme]

Really sounds like a great time...I am glad Jess enjoyed it. Hopefully she will stay enthusiastic like her mom!

It must be nice having your own private workout facility!

It was a great time ...and Jess is really strong so I hope she will stick with it...Plus I love the bonding time with her ...we even made dinner together afterwards.

Food is making it's way back up in cals today - I was really hungry after the workout.

meal 1 - greek yogurt / 1 scoop whey
meal 2 - 5 oz chicken / 1/2 brown rice
meal 3 - rtd protein drink
meal 4 - 2 eggs / 1/2 c eggbeaters / 1/2 c. brown rice
meal 5 - 1.5 scoops whey / pb/ unsweetened applesauce


Total
cals 1,441
fat 44.5
carbs 78.4
protein 176.9

[gman]

almost back to normal, Paula! I like that it's mosty real food too. It looks really tasty.

You and I both need to eat more veggies though, or at least take greens plus.

[Sledge]

only took one pic ...a little shy today ..wore lots of cloths :p
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0107.jpg


Shy maybe, But ravishing as usual.

[blu2xtreme]

almost back to normal, Paula! I like that it's mosty real food too. It looks really tasty.

You and I both need to eat more veggies though, or at least take greens plus.

I am getting there ...feel great again today
I did have broccoli on Sunday:)


Shy maybe, But ravishing as usual.

You are the sweet talker ...no wonder GM travels across the world to see you;)

[gman]

Paula will be in stringer tees and shorts in a few months after she gets muscled up!

The term ravishing will be an understatement!

[blu2xtreme]

Paula will be in stringer tees and shorts in a few months after she gets muscled up!

The term ravishing will be an understatement!

thank you coach ... You know how to encourge a girl ;)

keep pushing me hard ... I need it

[blu2xtreme]

Back training tonight - hopefully it will be as empty as last night:)

Meal 1 - 2 eggs 1/2 c. egg beaters / 1/2 c. brown rice
meal 2 - 4 oz chicken / cottage cheese
meal 3 - 1 scoop whey / applesauce / pb

will have a meal after workout then some whey before bed

[blu2xtreme]

A few more people today - 2 on cardio and a couple young people using the machines wrong - I had to help them out ...felt cool to know stuff:)

back day: Great workout - felt stronger already

overhand lat pulls x 4 sets
underhand close grip lat pulls x 4 sets
seated rows x 4 sets
one arm db rows x 4 sets

[freebirdmac]

Good job Paula!

You have a bye on not posting numbers. Temporarily :D

[gman]

A few more people today - 2 on cardio and a couple young people using the machines wrong - I had to help them out ...felt cool to know stuff:)

back day: Great workout - felt stronger already

overhand lat pulls x 4 sets
underhand close grip lat pulls x 4 sets
seated rows x 4 sets
one arm db rows x 4 sets

good work let me know how the seated rows felt...I haven't done those in a year or more since we don't have a seated row station at the Y

[blu2xtreme]

Good job Paula!

You have a bye on not posting numbers. Temporarily :D

I promise to start posting numbers lifting and meals after Columbus ...I did work hard just still a little weak from being sick.

[blu2xtreme]

good work let me know how the seated rows felt...I haven't done those in a year or more since we don't have a seated row station at the Y

Loved the seated rows ...loved it all
I know my numbers will for sure go up and I am so ready to eat and grow :)

[gman]

Loved the seated rows ...loved it all
I know my numbers will for sure go up and I am so ready to eat and grow :)

you are getting hungry to succeed...and you will

[blu2xtreme]

you are getting hungry to succeed...and you will

When I really want something I usually get it ...I don't give up easily
I might have some minor set backs ...but I never give up !

[gman]

Tonight, you have a tough workout, so eat well today, promise?

[blu2xtreme]

Tonight, you have a tough workout, so eat well today, promise?

No work out tonight ... Tomorrow morning is the shoulder/arm workout
I do promise to eat ... Have to keep the coach happy:)

[gman]

Nice to hear that, because I will keep pushing you hard since you have a new gym, so you better eat enough.

[blu2xtreme]

Looking forward to you teaching me some stuff Saturday ...you need to earn your pay as a coach ...even if I have a lifetime free gift certificate;)

Will work arms and shoulders tomorrow morning before I leave ...so I will let you pick what you what to show me sat.

[freebirdmac]

Enjoy your trip Paula!

[blu2xtreme]

Enjoy your trip Paula!

Thanks I will ... I am so excited
it's 3 am and I am wide awake ... I get like a kid about trips

[freebirdmac]

Better try to catch a nap before you leave or on the plane. Sounds like you might need it :D

[tifflex]

Enjoy your trip Paula!

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Enjoy the Arnold. Get loads of goodies in the booths. Win some cool T shirts. I'm an XL. Safe trip.....:byeb:


Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

Heading out to meet friends and head to airport.
It only took a dozen wardrobe changes :)
2 suit cases , a backpack and laptop for 3 nights - vainty does not travel light:p

Will post pics tomorrow night

[gman]

Heading out to meet friends and head to airport.
It only took a dozen wardrobe changes :)
2 suit cases , a backpack and laptop for 3 nights - vainty does not travel light:p

Will post pics tomorrow night

I guess I am not as vain as you claim!

doing trip with only a carry on: 3 pants, 3 shirts, tank top, shorts, 4 pairs of undies, 4 pairs of socks, hoodie and sweat pants, and a cheap duffle bag to put all the goodies in and check for the flight home. Oh, yeah, almost forgot, posing trunks!

[blu2xtreme]

I guess I am not as vain as you claim!

doing trip with only a carry on: 3 pants, 3 shirts, tank top, shorts, 4 pairs of undies, 4 pairs of socks, hoodie and sweat pants, and a cheap duffle bag to put all the goodies in and check for the flight home. Oh, yeah, almost forgot, posing trunks!

You are just as vain .... I am just a girl :p

getting ready to board ..... Can't wait to sleep in a real bed it's been over a month :)

[blu2xtreme]

Made it to Columbus ...we got to the Hotel around 12:30 am and my friends wanted to eat ...we are from Vegas so we use to getting food anytime ...doesn't happen in Columbus:)
We did find a small local Waffle House open - there were some scary patrons ...but my egg sandwich was great.
My friends are questioning why they followed me to Columbus ...once they hit the expo they will know why:D

[blu2xtreme]

Had a great time at The Arnold but it was crazy busy... Did meet ABP , Mike ( of course ) , Bucki ( he is real cutie in person ) and Fat back goal
Did remember to get a pic with Mike and ABP

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/columbus023.jpg

my girlfriends were great at the expo - we are going to shop and have a few drinks now:)
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/columbus025.jpg

[gman]

It was nice to have a pretty face in the first pic! Great pics Paula Ann

[blu2xtreme]

It was nice to have a pretty face in the first pic! Great pics Paula Ann

I was a lucky girl getting to meet such great guys...really enjoyed it and looking forward to learning some stuff at the gym tomorrow.

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Major gym pics tomorrow OK?? If you see Bucki again tell him Bill says to give him some crap. If you see Ed Cook say 'Hi Pops' from Bill.


Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

Major gym pics tomorrow OK?? If you see Bucki again tell him Bill says to give him some crap. If you see Ed Cook say 'Hi Pops' from Bill.


Baldie

I took over 50 pics today so I am sure I will get lots tomorrow too...just for you ;)
Should see Ed ...not sure about Bucki ...did I mention he is a sweetheart of a guy ...so is Mike but we all knew that:)

[buckimscl]

Hey Paula. It was really cool to meet ya. thanks for the shirt you're the best.

[blu2xtreme]

Hey Paula. It was really cool to meet ya. thanks for the shirt you're the best.

Thanks babe ...can't believe I forgot to get a pic with you ...you better make it out to Vegas soon:)

[blu2xtreme]

Just got back from watching the guys workout ...way cool
pics up soon

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Tap tap tap la la la um um um hohum hohum hohum.

Waiting........................................... ................

Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

Here's one for you Baldie :D

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/mailcol.jpg

[bodyhard]

Here's one for you Baldie :D

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/mailcol.jpg


Fuck, Old sup never loses a fucking step!

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Way Cool.

I'm Ed's height/width (minus 25 pounds of mass). You are a teenie one there Paula.

Baldie

[freebirdmac]

Mike looks anorexic :)

[blu2xtreme]

I really do have a bunch of great pics from Metro Fitness is was so cool - I have never been a "real" bbing gym this place rocked and so did the guys. Everyone was so nice to me ...loved being with you all:)
I will post pics as I weed through them all.

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/007-1.jpg

[freebirdmac]

Yipes! I confused Mike and ABP :eek: Better start wearing my specs.

[blu2xtreme]

Here are a few of my personal faves:)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/033-1.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/045.jpg

Lovin this one;)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/041-1.jpg

[AnglicanBeachParty]

That was a really cool gym. I guess it used to be a bank ... given that vault door back by the drinking fountain ...

Thanks for taking all the pics!

[blu2xtreme]

Back from Columbus and totally wiped out ...fun is hard work :p

I will seriously start training and eating to build , with the encouragement of Mike and seeing so many awesome bodybuilders this weekend - I am totally ready to amp things up.

I also want to say I am blessed with some totally cool friends that made this last weekend one of the best weekends I have ever had and I really needed a weekend like that badly :)

[MsGuns]

Blu, uuugghhhh
You should have called me...
I didnt see ya @ the expo!

[blu2xtreme]

Blu, uuugghhhh
You should have called me...
I didnt see ya @ the expo!

I looked for you too ...I didn't call because I figured you were busy with all the real people ...that place was crazy busy:hypno:

[MsGuns]

I looked for you too ...I didn't call because I figured you were busy with all the real people ...that place was crazy busy:hypno:

I would have made time for yall...Saturday was the worse! when did you leave?

[blu2xtreme]

I would have made time for yall...Saturday was the worse! when did you leave?

I was there all day Friday and went back for a while on Sat. late afternoon - totally spaced on what booth you were at.
My friends and I left this morning it took all day to get home with all the flight delays ...but the trip was well worth it.

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Welcome home. And thanx for the pics.

Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

Welcome home. And thanx for the pics.

Baldie

Back to the real world ... :(

I need to get moving on my training and eating with a purpose
I am down 6 lbs this morning - it was just a crazy whirlwind of a weekend

[blu2xtreme]

Here it goes the real food deal again

meal 1 - Greek yogurt/ scoop whey
meal 2 - 1 cup brown rice w/ 1/2T. Macadamia nut oil / tuna package

will have chest training tonight I think - make it good coach

[gman]

Keep eating or else :). Good job!

[blu2xtreme]

Keep eating or else :). Good job!

I have been eating coach ...did a wimpy quick workout though
I am just to tired from traveling all day yesterday - will kick it up once I get a few days of rest and food in me...promise :)

[blu2xtreme]

meal 3- whey / applesauce /pb
meal 4 -almonds
meal 5 - 3 eggs / 1 cup brown rice /1/2 T. macadamia oil

will try and get meal 6 in before bed whey/pb/ blueberries


Total
cals 1,650
fat 69.8
carbs 89.7
pro 174.7

[gman]

Still good calories for you.

You are getting serious again and that's good!

[blu2xtreme]

Still good calories for you.

You are getting serious again and that's good!

Thanks Mike
Heading down for Back training soon - will post food later on

That trip kicked my butt ...still tired

[blu2xtreme]

Back night - felt really good tonight ...owned the place ... it was full of newbies:D
a few more days of eating big and a few good nights of sleep and I will be strong in my workouts again - it's been a hard transition but a good one
seated rows
80 x 10
90x 8
90x 8
100x6
lat pulldowns to chest
70x10
80x 10
90x10
100x6
one arm rows
25x10
30x10
35x8
40x6
db shrugs
35 x 10 x 4 ( hate shrugs - I make a really ugly face when I do them)

Observations about tonight's workout - I did not bring my versa grips and it does make a difference - the dbs and lat bar are very hard for my small hands to grip.
If I pout enough my daughter will go down and workout with me and she does end up enjoying herself.

[gman]

good training session, you went heavier this time than last week. I think you are going to get some new muscle and definition this time now that you have no distractions and can really eat right, train and get some sleep.

what are the heaviest db's in the gym there? I am going to have you do suitcase deads, or db deads next week since there is no bb there

[HeavyDutyGuy]

Here are a few of my personal faves:)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/033-1.jpg

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/045.jpg

Lovin this one;)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/041-1.jpg
Dang Mike- youre pushing Ed in the leg dept- if you can work heavier- I see a Masters version Mentzer in the leg dept in the future...

[gman]

Dang Mike- youre pushing Ed in the leg dept- if you can work heavier- I see a Masters version Mentzer in the leg dept in the future...

I didn't want to hurt Ed's feelings by telling him I squat 185 most days. lol

I want to catch my upper body up before real leg pounding begins, don't want to be a mismatched body!

[blu2xtreme]

Dang Mike- youre pushing Ed in the leg dept- if you can work heavier- I see a Masters version Mentzer in the leg dept in the future...

Mike's legs were very impressive in person :yep:

[blu2xtreme]

Rest day ...didn't need a rest day but Weds are my normal rest day



meal 1 - greek yogurt / whey
meal 2- tuna package / sweet potato
meal 3 - apple sauce / whey
meal 4 - Almonds / coffee ( ate them waiting for Church to start )
meal 5 - 2 scoops whey / 1 T. macadamia nut oil /1 T. pb / blueberries

[gman]

two days in a row, Paula, of good eating...just don't stop now, keep it up!

I have mom and dad to thank for my legs. I didn't do much work to get them this way.

[blu2xtreme]

two days in a row, Paula, of good eating...just don't stop now, keep it up!

I have mom and dad to thank for my legs. I didn't do much work to get them this way.

I have a strong food day planned for today ....no cream puffs:p
so I guess I will have to be satisfied with a hard workout from Coach:)
Shoulder day ...looking forward to it - finally recovered from the weekend.

[gman]

Is there a seated shoulder press machine in your gym?

I will make this a pretty tough shoulder day since you are eating well again.

[blu2xtreme]

Is there a seated shoulder press machine in your gym?

I will make this a pretty tough shoulder day since you are eating well again.

Yes, there is a seated shoulder press machine

[gman]

try to lift heavier tonight and really push yourself. don't leave anything in the tank. we need to get you growing!

[blu2xtreme]

Since The Arnold I have been really thinking about my muscle goals - now that I am on my own, I can call my own shots on this ...so bigger it will be.
Since my biggest problem has been food - I have been experimenting with my food to find things that give me the marcos I need without the feeling of fullness and it seems to be working.
Thanks Mike for your patience with me ...I know I am not the easiest person to work with.

Meal 1 - greek yogurt / whey
meal 2- 1 /4 c walnuts
meal 3 - lemon tuna / sweet potato / 1 T. macadamia nut oil

I also need to step up my Supplements - Mike is trying to help with that - if anyone has any suggestions - I would love more input.

[blu2xtreme]

try to lift heavier tonight and really push yourself. don't leave anything in the tank. we need to get you growing!

Thanks Mike ...I will ...I feel way stronger then I have in awhile - eating is an amazing thing:D

[gman]

you should list out what you currently take or are probably going to start taking. Then people can just help us tweak it.

[blu2xtreme]

you should list out what you currently take or are probably going to start taking. Then people can just help us tweak it.
AM - fish oil
calcium
D3
B - complex
Kre-Alkalyn - capsule

Pre work out
kre - alkalyn - 2 caps and sometimes superpump
I was doing xtend

PM-2 fish oil caps
- multi vit.
- Gaba
- magnesium / zinc

we are thinking of adding some or all of these -
No Shotgun , Glutamine peptides , beta alanine, arginine

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Did you bring home any Mega Mega Super Fantazmo Muscle Mix from the Arnold? If so sneek some into daughters Fruit Loops....might get her pumped up to handle SUPER MOM.


Baldie

[gman]

baldie, do you think Paula would benefit from the glutamine peptides. It says to take them after a workout, but you take them at bedtime, right?

[Baldiewonkanobi]

For my girlies:

5mg creatine with 2 gm Beta Alanine pre training. 3 gm G Peptides after and 3 bedtime.

Will make your little stecker peck out ;)


Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

For my girlies:

5mg creatine with 2 gm Beta Alanine pre training. 3 gm G Peptides after and 3 bedtime.

Will make your little stecker peck out ;)


Baldie

If you only knew just how bad my sex drive is now ...you would think I was on test already:hypno:

Thanks for the advice :D

[gman]

If you only knew just how bad my sex drive is now ...you would think I was on test already:hypno:

Thanks for the advice :D

stand back and get ready for about 100000000 pm's

[blu2xtreme]

Ok coach lets stick with the Kre -Alkalyn for the creatine since I bought more at the expo - we can add the beta alanine and g. peptides ...
sounds like a plan ...watch out single guys in Vegas:hypno:

[gman]

Vegas will never be the same....

sounds like a plan. You get a good side effect from the supplements that help you grow, making you want to keep taking them, which will make you eat right, which will make you get more muscle.

what more could you want!?

[blu2xtreme]

what more could you want!?

I can think of a few things ...but I will start with building more muscle :p

[gman]

OK then. No excuses to curve off the path now, just keep building muscle. You have your marching orders.

[blu2xtreme]

OK then. No excuses to curve off the path now, just keep building muscle. You have your marching orders.

I am heading to Vitamin Shoppe tomorrow afternoon after my bed finally gets delivered so no turning back now!

[blu2xtreme]

Meal 4 - applesauce / whey / pb ( really it's good )

Shoulders tonight - I will rock

[gman]

try to lift heavier but spare your shoulders from injury...

[freebirdmac]

I do creatine, BA, BCAAs, and glutamine pre and post workout. I'll do one round on nonworkout days.

[blu2xtreme]

I do creatine, BA, BCAAs, and glutamine pre and post workout. I'll do one round on nonworkout days.

Thanks Pam ...BCAA's ...thats the extend? I know you have a cheaper way to get them but I don't remember how?

[freebirdmac]

Thanks Pam ...BCAA's ...thats the extend? I know you have a cheaper way to get them but I don't remember how?

I buy BCAA in powdered form. It's cheap. I mix everything into my sweet potato.

[blu2xtreme]

I buy BCAA in powdered form. It's cheap. I mix everything into my sweet potato.
cool thanks Pam

[blu2xtreme]

Shoulder training - worked hard but couldn't get 4 sets in for all the exercises - not as full forced as I had hoped for.

Seated shoulder press
40 x 10
50 x 10
50 x 8
60 x 6
DB upright rows
10 x 10
10 x 10
15 x 8
20 x 6
Front db raises at same time
10 x 10
10 x 10
15 x 8
Laterals, hammer grip ( can not move up on these )
10x 10
10 x 10
10 x 10

Face pulls ( love these )
70 x 10
70 x10
80 x10
90 x 8

[gman]

Now that's a great night in the gym.

I hope you are sore in a good way this morning.

Eat, eat and eat some more today.

[blu2xtreme]

Now that's a great night in the gym.

I hope you are sore in a good way this morning.

Eat, eat and eat some more today.

Way sore coach ...in a good bad way is more like it :p
Coffee- some food and I have to hit the gym early for arms today.

It is Bed Day ...it finally arrives !!! but I have to hang at the apt from 9 - 1:30 waiting for the delivery guys.

[gman]

you know they will show up at 2, don't you?

[blu2xtreme]

you know they will show up at 2, don't you?

Thanks :D

I have about 6 loads of laundry to do to catchup from my Columbus trip so I will keep busy while I am waiting.

[blu2xtreme]

Meal 1 - preworkout meal - whey/ applesauce /pb ( I really love this combo) and coffee

I never do an early morning workout it will be interesting to see how I do.

[gman]

Thanks :D

I have about 6 loads of laundry to do to catchup from my Columbus trip so I will keep busy while I am waiting.

6 loads means about 1/10th of your clothes, right? :p


Meal 1 - preworkout meal - whey/ applesauce /pb ( I really love this combo) and coffee

I never do an early morning workout it will be interesting to see how I do.

I bet you will do better. You seem to be a morning person.

[freebirdmac]

Nice workout Paula! I can see you settling right into your new place, new gym, new routine, and new life!

[blu2xtreme]

6 loads means about 1/10th of your clothes, right? :p

I bet you will do better. You seem to be a morning person.

I have a huge walk in closet and it's full to capacity ...you were right about the morning workout ...will post soon


Nice workout Paula! I can see you settling right into your new place, new gym, new routine, and new life!

I love my new place , new life and new gym ...I really feel it all comimg together :)

[blu2xtreme]

Arm Workout - went great ...there was no one in the gym
after training I did 15 mins cardio on bike

tricep rope pushdowns
50 x 10
60 x10
70 x 8
tricep rope overhead extensions
40 x 10
40 x 10
50 x 8
Palms up tricep press downs
50 x 10
50 x 10
60 x 8
Flat bar standing cable curls
50 x 10
60 x 10
70 x 8
Alternating db curls
15x 12
20 x 10
25 x 8
Hammer curls
10 x 12
15 x 10
20 x 8

Now the coolest part of today ....I was going to do some tri dips negs and I felt really strong so I decided to go for it and I was able to do real dips !! I did 6 decent ones - I was so happy I almost cried ( I know ...no crying in bbing) I did email Coach Mike right away ...I had to tell someone :)

http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG0298.jpg

[gman]

Proud of you, told you that you are a morning person!

Doing a dip is a major first for most people and you did 6! I remember not being able to do any when I first started lifting, and it's such a great feeling to do them.

Food is making a difference Paula Ann, start believing!

[blu2xtreme]

Proud of you, told you that you are a morning person!

Doing a dip is a major first for most people and you did 6! I remember not being able to do any when I first started lifting, and it's such a great feeling to do them.

Food is making a difference Paula Ann, start believing!

Thanks Mike ...I am really starting to believe

Bed is here and set up ...time to shop ...I forgot to get a mattress pad
plus I need food badly ...I can not live by whey / applesauce and tuna forever...well maybe I can

[gman]

so how will it feel to sleep in your own bed finally?

[Baldiewonkanobi]

Girls got GUNS :hypno:



Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

so how will it feel to sleep in your own bed finally?

After back to back workouts I will need a real bed tonight ...already tested it out a little ...way cozy:)


Girls got GUNS :hypno:



Baldie

Love ya Baldie;)

[freebirdmac]

Girls got GUNS :hypno:



Baldie

Yes she does! Those are impressive numbers! :yep:

[blu2xtreme]

Yes she does! Those are impressive numbers! :yep:

I feel amazingly strong in all parts of my life ...good things are coming !!

[AnglicanBeachParty]

That is cool about the dips!

[blu2xtreme]

That is cool about the dips!

Thanks ...I am feeling all hyped now ...went and got my new supps :)

[ever1964]

I believe you are supposed to have a permit to carry guns like that; especially right out in the open!

[blu2xtreme]

Life is Great this Morning
Laying in bed , having coffee , reading the forums , looking at the mountains ...excited about my leg training this morning.
I am amazingly happy this morning ...I love how great I feel these days:)

Maybe there is something magical in that GABA / Glutamine Peptides bedtime cocktail :p

[gman]

Life is Great this Morning
Laying in bed , having coffee , reading the forums , looking at the mountains ...excited about my leg training this morning.
I am amazingly happy this morning ...I love how great I feel these days:)

Maybe there is something magical in that GABA / Glutamine Peptides bedtime cocktail :p

You sound so much more relaxed lately, plus remember that was your first night in your real bed. You probably slept really well!

[blu2xtreme]

You sound so much more relaxed lately, plus remember that was your first night in your real bed. You probably slept really well!


Slept very well ...must be from all the hard workouts you have been giving me coach:p

Thought I would share the view from my bed as I relax and have my coffee.
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/SatMar13064154PST2010.jpg

[freebirdmac]

I think you're sleeping and feeling so good because you've escaped a negative and stressful life :)

[blu2xtreme]

I think you're sleeping and feeling so good because you've escaped a negative and stressful life :)

You are so right ...the difference is crazy :yep:

[ever1964]

Awesome view. I feel more relaxed now too. :)

[Baldiewonkanobi]

I grew up in the Mojave Desert and love the serenity of desert mountains. You are looking north? Right?


Baldie

[blu2xtreme]

Just finished leg training - sitting on the Balcony - beautiful out today
It's a North east view of the Mountains - I live on the edge of town.

Great training day ...Thanks Mike for pushing me a little harder today - I know the results will be worth it!

Still feeling my way around the equipment and starting weights

normal stance with feet high leg press
90 x 12 ( yes - way low )
120 x 10
140 x 10
160 x 8
leg press, one leg at a time ( way harder then I thought they would be)
60 x 12
70 x 10
80 x 6
plie squat
30 x 12 x 3
leg extension
80 x 12
90 x 10
100 x 8
Laying leg curl - ( a little bit of a hard time on these - they do not adjust well enough for my short legs )
40 x 12
50 x 10
50 x 10
Calf raises - leg press ( new exercise for me )
80 x 20
90 x 20
100 x 15

Did a 20 min walk around complex for cool down - I have to say this is probably my first "real " leg training

[gman]

you need to explain that leg press and how it maxes out at 210...must be all relative I guess.

Glad you worked so hard. I think you are proving you are a morning person.

[blu2xtreme]

you need to explain that leg press and how it maxes out at 210...must be all relative I guess.

Glad you worked so hard. I think you are proving you are a morning person.


I figure as long as I am working harder then before I am not going to worry about the relativeness of the press:)

His a pic of my current happiness
http://i574.photobucket.com/albums/ss190/blu2xtreme/IMAG03231-2.jpg

[gman]

shoulders are coming along Paula. It took me a long time to get my side delts to show like that!

[blu2xtreme]

shoulders are coming along Paula. It took me a long time to get my side delts to show like that!

Thanks coach ...you are always very encouraging which makes me worker harder.