*SlimmerMe's Progress Log- (part two)*

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

Keep up the good work you are doing great!

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Thanks for your support, Bio. Appreciate it. A lot!

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Originally Posted by NACH3

Great job, SM! You are doing great things and we're all here to see you blast through your goals! As it shows! :)

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Thanks for your support, Nach. Appreciate it. A lot!

DAY 31

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk

Cliff Builder Bar

CARDIO: Speed walk 30 minutes

Cashews...
cocoa snap, homemade
coconut oil
cocoa powder
ice-tea sugar free

WORKOUT: Upper body with free-weights- 2x16 each round
Chest Overhead Press
Overhead fly
Push-ups, 50 sissy-style
Bent over rows
Military Press
side lateral
biceps
hammers
triceps

Quiche Loraine
salad
Pinot Grigio

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

DAY 31

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk

Cliff Builder Bar

CARDIO: Speed walk 30 minutes

Cashews...
cocoa snap, homemade
coconut oil
cocoa powder
ice-tea sugar free

WORKOUT: Upper body with free-weights- 2x16 each round
Chest Overhead Press
Overhead fly
Push-ups, 50 sissy-style
Bent over rows
Military Press
side lateral
biceps
hammers
triceps

Quiche Loraine
salad
Pinot Grigio

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Great workout! How much sugar are in those bars? Have you looked at the quest bars?

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

Great workout! How much sugar are in those bars? Have you looked at the quest bars?

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I just checked out the cliff builder bars and they have 20g P and very similar to quest bars macros(forgot to look at Sug :/)

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Originally Posted by NACH3

I just checked out the cliff builder bars and they have 20g P and very similar to quest bars macros(forgot to look at Sug :/)

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it's the sugar I would be concerned about

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

it's the sugar I would be concerned about

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I know lol - it wasn't bad but I don't have the number! But those quest bars(which I do love) have just as many fake sweeteners it it...

love the consistency missy, just love it!

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

Great workout! How much sugar are in those bars? Have you looked at the quest bars?

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Thanks Bio. Carbs 29. Sugar 21. And yes, looked into the Quest bars after I saw you eating them day after day. Bought a few. But there's a big catch. Quest bars don't like me....

Any other ideas?

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Originally Posted by NACH3

I just checked out the cliff builder bars and they have 20g P and very similar to quest bars macros(forgot to look at Sug :/)

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The ones I like have 21. Wish I could find something else with less sugar....hmmm....

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

it's the sugar I would be concerned about

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yea, me too. Gotta find another bar.....Thanks, Bio.

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Originally Posted by NACH3

I know lol - it wasn't bad but I don't have the number! But those quest bars(which I do love) have just as many fake sweeteners it it...

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Thanks for wondering, Nach. It might be the "type" of fake sugar in the Quest bars which don't work....for me.

Any ideas??

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Originally Posted by RaginCajun

love the consistency missy, just love it!

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Thanks Señor. I hear you're lookin' for a cook.

DAY 32

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk
coffee

Cliff Builder Bar

CARDIO: Speed walk 30 minutes

Dog Walk- 20 minutes

Meal
Grilled Salmon with cilantro sauce
Rice
Caesar salad
Pinot Grigio

Meal
Plain greek yogurt
cocoa nibs, homemade
cocoa powder
coconut oil

I'll look around there are done other bars out there with low sugar. 21 grams is to much. Think bars cone to mind

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

I'll look around there are done other bars out there with low sugar. 21 grams is to much. Think bars cone to mind

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Is it think or Think slim? It's in a white wrapper and they're creamy peanut butter is awesome... I believe(don't quote me) 8ish G sugar?! That's better but I'd want lower too

SM - sometimes I've noticed with most bars, but even quest(to a lessor degree) can bloat me... It's interesting what you bring ^ regarding the fake sugar... I will try to look into finding something(study) relating to the matter - idk if it'll lead anywhere but it's always cool to look ;)

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

Thanks Señor. I hear you're lookin' for a cook.

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Is that an offer?

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

I'll look around there are done other bars out there with low sugar. 21 grams is to much. Think bars cone to mind

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Thanks for trying to figure this out, Bio. I appreciate this. And just looked up "Think" or "Thin?" might have mailtol which is a relative of erythorial which is what's in the Quest bars. It's the alcohol sugar which gets me. ( I think....)

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Originally Posted by NACH3

Is it think or Think slim? It's in a white wrapper and they're creamy peanut butter is awesome... I believe(don't quote me) 8ish G sugar?! That's better but I'd want lower too

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Sounds yummy the peanut butter which is the one I like with the Cliff Builder. P-nut butter chocolate. Imagine that. And agree as to wanting lower sugar. I think the alcohol sugar might be the culprit for me. Thanks Nach.

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Originally Posted by NACH3

SM - sometimes I've noticed with most bars, but even quest(to a lessor degree) can bloat me... It's interesting what you bring ^ regarding the fake sugar... I will try to look into finding something(study) relating to the matter - idk if it'll lead anywhere but it's always cool to look ;)

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Would love to hear your research results. After I tried Bio's Quest bar the other day, I researched this and I think it's the alcohol sugar which gets to a lot of people.
Thanks for looking into this, Nach.

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Originally Posted by RaginCajun

Is that an offer?

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hmmm.....Let me think about that.

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

Thanks for trying to figure this out, Bio. I appreciate this. And just looked up "Think" or "Thin?" might have mailtol which is a relative of erythorial which is what's in the Quest bars. It's the alcohol sugar which gets me. ( I think....)



Sounds yummy the peanut butter which is the one I like with the Cliff Builder. P-nut butter chocolate. Imagine that. And agree as to wanting lower sugar. I think the alcohol sugar might be the culprit for me. Thanks Nach.



Would love to hear your research results. After I tried Bio's Quest bar the other day, I researched this and I think it's the alcohol sugar which gets to a lot of people.
Thanks for looking into this, Nach.



hmmm.....Let me think about that.

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That was exactly my first thought before anything as well! I've noticed the quest bars have quite a bit of chemicals as well a the Alcohal sugars... If I take in anything early enough I won't bloat but at night or late night snack I feel much different upon waking - that uneasy unsettled feeling, well, like bloat ;) lol

It will take some time for me to research this(but I'll do my best!) :) I'll pick up some of those think/thin/think thin bars whatever they are(I inow by the wrapper lol)and try and find some others... I love the reg cliff bars, too! But too much sugar... Luna bars?! It's been a while since I've looked...

Hey, I could use a hand with some cooking too! ;) haha

Nach

Check out Larabar, I think they are made from fruit, nuts, and whole foods

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Originally Posted by NACH3

That was exactly my first thought before anything as well! I've noticed the quest bars have quite a bit of chemicals as well a the Alcohal sugars... If I take in anything early enough I won't bloat but at night or late night snack I feel much different upon waking - that uneasy unsettled feeling, well, like bloat ;) lol

It will take some time for me to research this(but I'll do my best!) :) I'll pick up some of those think/thin/think thin bars whatever they are(I inow by the wrapper lol)and try and find some others... I love the reg cliff bars, too! But too much sugar... Luna bars?! It's been a while since I've looked...

Hey, I could use a hand with some cooking too! ;) haha

Nach

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Yea I love the Luna Bars too especially the lemon, I think. And at your risk if you want me to cook!! Looks like you have this down already. I wouldn't want to take you off track. I'm the one who needs a cook if the truth be known. ;)

And have you heard of NuGo SLim? Just looked into those online. Evidently no sugar alcohol and something like 15g protein and 3 of sugar but wonder how they taste......

Thanks Nach! Appreciate the help.

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Originally Posted by RaginCajun

Check out Larabar, I think they are made from fruit, nuts, and whole foods

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Will do. I've seen these around and have wondered about them. Have you tried them? Good?

THanks for the idea, Cajun! Keep 'em coming if you think of anymore. Appreciate it!

DAY 33

Cocoa snap, homemade
coconut oil
cocoa powder
coffee

Meal
eggs
bacon
coffee

Cliff Builder bar––researching replacement

HIGH INTENSITY CARDIO: Bike ride 35 minutes

Dog walk cool down, 20 minutes

Meal
Plain greek yogurt
cocoa nibs, homemade

WORKOUT: Upper body with free-weights- 2x16 each round
Chest Overhead Press
Overhead fly to the side
Overhead fly
Push-ups, 50 sissy-style
Bent over rows
Military Press
side lateral
biceps
hammers
triceps

Meal
Grilled Salmon with cilantro sauce
Rice
Caesar salad
Pinot Grigio

Hey SM,

I have not - bug I did Just see a new bar(kinda like the one RC was describing) it's called a 'raw bar' -- may have another word(monster - raw monster bars)? I just saw them at the gym today and tried there cranberry coconut and it was awesome - I'll get those macros next time I'm in :)

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Originally Posted by NACH3

Is it think or Think slim? It's in a white wrapper and they're creamy peanut butter is awesome... I believe(don't quote me) 8ish G sugar?! That's better but I'd want lower too

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Hey SM,

I have not - bug I did Just see a new bar(kinda like the one RC was describing) it's called a 'raw bar' -- may have another word(monster - raw monster bars)? I just saw them at the gym today and tried there cranberry coconut and it was awesome - I'll get those macros next time I'm in :)

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Sounds yummy. I'll look into these asap. Plus I'm going to a major store to peel back some labels to read the fine print on a bunch of bars–– a bit later today.....

Thanks for this lead, Nach. Appreciate it.

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Do you like these, Girly?

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Thanks for this fine print. I note sugar alcohol which might be the culprit. Not 100% certain, but my guess.

Thanks for chiming in Girly. Appreciate it!

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Originally Posted by GirlyGymRat

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Wasn't aware of the Alcohal sug either - thx Girly!

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Originally Posted by NACH3

Wasn't aware of the Alcohal sug either - thx Girly!

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Yea, the fine print. Applies to all of life I suppose.

Anyway. Bought a pile of bars.

Atkins: 17 g protein. 1g sugar.

and...

Think Thin
PowerBar
PowerCrunch
Luna
and....another Quest Bar. But this time the white chocolate with raspberries just in case the chocolate cookie one I tried was not agreeable....and just in case it's not the sugar alcohol but in fact something else, I'll give it another shot. Who knows.

Keeping fingers crossed one or two or three work.

And Nach. Please. Next time your in the gym, could you please double check the specific brand of the raw bar from Monster please? I looked for it, looked online, but not clear as to what specific bar this is and I've been thinking about it all day....

Thanks. SM

DAY 34

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk
coffee

Cliff Builder Bar--shopping for an alternative

CARDIO: Speed walk 30 minutes

Meal
Spinach salad
with egg, onions, pecans
Pinot Grigio

Cocoa snap, homemade
coconut oil
cocoa powder

hey betty crocker, instead of buying protein bars, why not just make your own?

you are already making muffins and chocolate delights, why not find/tweak some recipes out there to fit your needs?

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Originally Posted by RaginCajun

hey betty crocker, instead of buying protein bars, why not just make your own?

you are already making muffins and chocolate delights, why not find/tweak some recipes out there to fit your needs?

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You're reading my mind....Was thinking this earlier today. This exact thing. So. Now I need to search some recipes and tweak and make so delicious you'll be begging me for the secret ingredient.

Let's see. Cocoa powder. Coconut oil. Almonds. Oats? Whey?

hmmmm..... if you've got any ideas, please share.

Thanks Cajun.

Betty

DAY 35

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk
coffee

Meal
SlimmerMe's Pancakes
topped with plain greek yogurt
sugar free syrup

HIGH INTENSITY CARDIO: Bike for 35 minutes

Dog walk, 20 minute cool down

Meal
Salad
with egg
dressing
ice-tea sugar free

WORKOUT: Upper body with free-weights- 2x16 each round
Chest Overhead Press
Overhead fly to the side
Overhead fly
Push-ups, 50 sissy-style
Bent over rows
Military Press
side lateral
biceps
hammers
triceps

cocoa snap, homemade
cocoa powder
coconut oil

Possible snack
Plain greek yogurt
Pinot Grigio

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

DAY 35

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk
coffee

Meal
SlimmerMe's Pancakes
topped with plain greek yogurt
sugar free syrup

HIGH INTENSITY CARDIO: Bike for 35 minutes

Dog walk, 20 minute cool down

Meal
Salad
with egg
dressing
ice-tea sugar free

WORKOUT: Upper body with free-weights- 2x16 each round
Chest Overhead Press
Overhead fly to the side
Overhead fly
Push-ups, 50 sissy-style
Bent over rows
Military Press
side lateral
biceps
hammers
triceps

cocoa snap, homemade
cocoa powder
coconut oil

Possible snack
Plain greek yogurt
Pinot Grigio

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What kind of dog do you have? I love taking my pit for walks in the evening. Gets the night cardio done and he just loves getting out for those walks

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

You're reading my mind....Was thinking this earlier today. This exact thing. So. Now I need to search some recipes and tweak and make so delicious you'll be begging me for the secret ingredient.

Let's see. Cocoa powder. Coconut oil. Almonds. Oats? Whey?

hmmmm..... if you've got any ideas, please share.

Thanks Cajun.

Betty

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you don't know all of my voodoo hoodoo! :dance:

i will do some searching around. youtube and the recipe section here are great starts

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

What kind of dog do you have? I love taking my pit for walks in the evening. Gets the night cardio done and he just loves getting out for those walks

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A cousin many think are a pit, but not. Boston Bull Terrier. They don't know when to stop and never have and never will. They pull and fly with lightening speed.

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Originally Posted by RaginCajun

you don't know all of my voodoo hoodoo! :dance:

i will do some searching around. youtube and the recipe section here are great starts

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I shake my head and can only imagine. Thing is, you don't know my voodoo either. And I know this up close and personal so.....

And can't wait to hear what you find. We are a picky sort. The bar's gotta melt down our throats and out the door for another round of cardio....

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

A cousin many think are a pit, but not. Boston Bull Terrier. They don't know when to stop and never have and never will. They pull and fly with lightening speed. I shake my head and can only imagine. Thing is, you don't know my voodoo either. And I know this up close and personal so..... And can't wait to hear what you find. We are a picky sort. The bar's gotta melt down our throats and out the door for another round of cardio....

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I bought a harness for mine to teach him not to pull cause yeah he would pull my arms off at first. The harness goes over his nose and pulls his head down if he pulls. It worked like magic. Immediately he stopped pulling and after a week or two I was able to get him trained on a reg leash

WEEK FIVE UPDATE

Total lost since beginning of challenge 10.2

counting 5.2 (since challenging pre-Christmas scale number)

OFFICIAL TOTAL COUNT: 5.2 pounds off


NOTES:
Total of 7 cardios this week
3'x upper workout, free-weights

Thanks for your encouragement and thanks for following...

SlimmerMe

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Originally Posted by Bio-Active

I bought a harness for mine to teach him not to pull cause yeah he would pull my arms off at first. The harness goes over his nose and pulls his head down if he pulls. It worked like magic. Immediately he stopped pulling and after a week or two I was able to get him trained on a reg leash

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Yea, I bet it did train him. Good idea. And yea any bull breed can pull so hard I've never seen anything like it.

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I shake my head and can only imagine. Thing is, you don't know my voodoo either. And I know this up close and personal so.....

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Touchè

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Originally Posted by SlimmerMe

WEEK FIVE UPDATE

Total lost since beginning of challenge 10.2

counting 5.2 (since challenging pre-Christmas scale number)

OFFICIAL TOTAL COUNT: 5.2 pounds off


NOTES:
Total of 7 cardios this week
3'x upper workout, free-weights

Thanks for your encouragement and thanks for following...

SlimmerMe

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BAM, right on target with a pound down every week!

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Touchè




BAM, right on target with a pound down every week!

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Yep! Slow wins this race. That's what I say....

Thanks Cajun.

And. Made a protein bar but haven't tasted it yet. Will tomorrow. If I take a nip now, I might not finish nipping.

DAY 36

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk
coffee

Meal
SlimmerMe's Pancakes
topped with plain greek yogurt
sugar free syrup

Cardio: Speed walk, 30 minutes

Dog walk, 30 minutes

Meal
Chicken kabob
onions, peppers
green beans
ice-tea sugar free

Meal
Chicken kabob
onions, peppers
banana, pineapple
rice
Pinot Grigio

DAY 37

Meal
Kashi Go Lean cereal
skim milk
coffee

Protein Bar, homemade
egg
cocoa powder, coconut oil
vanilla whey
kashi go lean cereal
almonds

CARDIO: Speed walk, 30 minutes

Dog walk, 15 minutes

Meal
Grilled chicken
caesar salad
ice-tea sugar free

Meal
Chicken kabob
onions, peppers, pineapple, banana
rice
Pinot Grigio

Your killin it girl!

Ooh I would love to hear the 'secret ingredient' when discovered :)

^^ I'll send you what I whipped up. Hold tight.