female member trying lose weight**

[SlimmerMe]

Baby steps....

Keep focused.

It will pay off.....and COME OFF!

[qkcam]

lol thanks hun! Not sure on the lat pulldown, haven't done em' in a long time!

so whats your secret then wide grip row?

Great job! I should clarify - I love Trader Joe's, AND hate them - because of that WONDERFULLY SINFUL junkfood they have!



Wouldn't mind seeing more complex carbs

please remind, i used to know this -- can you give some examples? i am stuck on the yams but open for more options..

I'd remove the yam from this meal and eat it (or a comparable carb source and qty) with your PWO. I know I know, not as fun as a steak and potatoes meal w/ greens!



I wouldn't have the yam here - just protein, greens, and a bit of fat (fish oils). forget to switch them from am to pm.. old habit

Looking better though, you'll get there!

thank you

Baby steps....

Keep focused.

It will pay off.....and COME OFF!

I have been noticing a slight bit more defination in my arms and legs-- but today is a down day the body is wiped out : ( thats okay i have lots of food. including cereal with water on it!

[gbrice75]

including cereal with water on it!

[qkcam]

lol thanks hun! Not sure on the lat pulldown, haven't done em' in a long time!


Great job! I should clarify - I love Trader Joe's, AND hate them - because of that WONDERFULLY SINFUL junkfood they have!



Wouldn't mind seeing more complex carbs



I'd remove the yam from this meal and eat it (or a comparable carb source and qty) with your PWO. I know I know, not as fun as a steak and potatoes meal w/ greens!



I wouldn't have the yam here - just protein, greens, and a bit of fat (fish oils).

Looking better though, you'll get there!

what's your secret ingredient, I see guys at the gym pulling really wide rows with alot of weights? is that it?
also could you give me more ideas of "complex carbs?" i used to know, but the ticks got to my brain with the lyme... forgot some.. i need a new food or two idea to obcess on.. i keep eating the same thing all the time makes it easier- will worry about bordem when that day comes- for now, i am just glad to be eating-! and i think it is saving me money too boot!

[gbrice75]

what's your secret ingredient, I see guys at the gym pulling really wide rows with alot of weights? is that it?

Let me preface my answer by stating I hate my back personally - I think it sucks and is really lagging - therefore I don't claim to have any 'secrets'.

With that said - I think back is one of those macho exercises that guys tend to sacrifice form form heavy weight. Put the ego aside, lower the weight, and execute proper form. Full ROM, squeeze and hold every rep for a second. Twist put it best - try and imagine pinching a pencil between your shoulder blades. This is with rows and pull down type exercises alike.

Also, with pull ups - guys do these half assed reps where they don't go all the way down - and in so doing, they give their bi's a good workout but not the back. I make sure to come to a complete hang on every rep. That ensures my back is doing the bulk of the work.

For me though it's probably deads. I really go all out on them.

also could you give me more ideas of "complex carbs?" i used to know, but the ticks got to my brain with the lyme... forgot some.. i need a new food or two idea to obcess on.. i keep eating the same thing all the time makes it easier- will worry about bordem when that day comes- for now, i am just glad to be eating-! and i think it is saving me money too boot!

Not sure what's on your current list, but here's an incomplete list:

oats
yam/sweet potato
quinoa
lentils
beans
whole grain/brown pastas
whole grain/brown breads (sprouted grains are best vs. flour)
brown or basmati rice
grits
cous cous
barley
some cereals - in moderation. Ones very low in sugar - cheerios, wheetabix, shredded wheat (no not frosted, lol)

I'm sure there are many others, but those are what I can think of off the top of my head.

[qkcam]

Let me preface my answer by stating I hate my back personally - I think it sucks and is really lagging - therefore I don't claim to have any 'secrets'.

With that said - I think back is one of those macho exercises that guys tend to sacrifice form form heavy weight. Put the ego aside, lower the weight, and execute proper form. Full ROM, squeeze and hold every rep for a second. Twist put it best - try and imagine pinching a pencil between your shoulder blades. This is with rows and pull down type exercises alike.

Also, with pull ups - guys do these half assed reps where they don't go all the way down - and in so doing, they give their bi's a good workout but not the back. I make sure to come to a complete hang on every rep. That ensures my back is doing the bulk of the work.

For me though it's probably deads. I really go all out on them.



Not sure what's on your current list, but here's an incomplete list:

oats
yam/sweet potato
quinoa
lentils
beans
whole grain/brown pastas
whole grain/brown breads (sprouted grains are best vs. flour)
brown or basmati rice
grits
cous cous
barley
some cereals - in moderation. Ones very low in sugar - cheerios, wheetabix, shredded wheat (no not frosted, lol)

I'm sure there are many others, but those are what I can think of off the top of my head.

I think your back looks great! i have alot of "body part" issues, but after being sick for so long and having a bad injury years ago that kept me out of the gym.. i am really working on appreciating having a body that works! it may not be like the "magazines" images...yet she keeps me going.. i hope i can encourage you to enjoy your back, for it is strong and healthy and lean!
and thanks for the list of complex carbs- gives me something to think about on this journey.. i do like beans...

[gbrice75]

I think your back looks great!

Thank you!!

i have alot of "body part" issues, but after being sick for so long and having a bad injury years ago that kept me out of the gym.. i am really working on appreciating having a body that works!

You have a wonderful attitude. Many people can learn from and be inspired by you!

it may not be like the "magazines" images...yet she keeps me going..

This is what I mean!

i hope i can encourage you to enjoy your back, for it is strong and healthy and lean!

See? You're already helping me!!!

and thanks for the list of complex carbs- gives me something to think about on this journey.. i do like beans...

You bet! And re: beans - they're a wonderful food. Nature's own colon cleanser. They literally 'scrape' the intestinal walls as they go through the digestion process. On top of that, they're an excellent complex carb source. White Navy, Red/Pink Kidney, Black, Chick Peas (Garbonzo Beans) just to name a few - all great.

[qkcam]

ok- i get it..i have the brown rice steamer going.. .. thanks.. open to other easy cooking, or non cooking "complex carb" options. ideas- thanks!