Jeff Thank you for the great ideas on portion size. I will stick with the book the whole way. I am not a big meat eater so I am going to have to try to be...
Okay, the last time my body fat was checked it was 19%. My weight is 154.5 pounds. As for the types of meals I have: Breakfast: small bowl of oatmeal almond...
Hi, Donnie! Here are a few suggestions. Breakfast: instead of cereal and milk opt for -cottage cheese and a piece of fruit -whole egg 2 egg whites and a piece...
Hello Body for Life Atlanta Members! Back in December of 2001, I started another online group specifically for people brand new to BFL called BFL101! We've had...
Sara, THANK YOU!! I will use the suggestions you gave me! I'm sure they will help. One of my favorite snacks is cottage cheese mixed with yogurt! I LOVE THAT ...
Paula--Congrats!!! I am truly excited for you and am so sorry for such a late reply. This message board has really been so active lately I can barely keep up...
Ok, so maybe I didnt give myself large enough portions. I started out with shakes for my first two meals. Then I had turkey (or tried to, it tasted like it...
I just had to share my excitement with you all. I am on week 3, day 5 of BFL now. These weeks sure seem to be flying by. :-) The other night I went to my...
That is awesome, Jan. Keep up the good work! I bet that is an ugly commute;-). ... _________________________________________________________________ Send and...
Your on the right track.... What's listed below looks pretty good. I notice 3 things. 1) Make sure you follow the palm/fist guidelines. 2) Try to get a 6th...
I got off track a lot on this previous challenge, but my results were still positive, and I'm not stopping here. Results for 2/6/02-5/1/02: Weight: 143 to 139...
I actually had my last shake right before bedtime. I meant to mention it in my original post. As far as having back to back shakes, my school schedule on...
I have an awful time getting myself to drink water. I have always consumed high amounts of liquids (used to be sweet tea or limeade) but even adding water or...
OKay now I see a problem developing.. I am trying to figure out something. I turned vegetalian last month and I am having problems trying to figure out what to...
Where do you work out? ... From: whatzit99 [mailto:ahowell575@...] Sent: Thursday, May 02, 2002 3:52 PM To: bodyforlifeatlanta2@yahoogroups.com Subject:...
I am about to get started on my Body For Life Challenge and am looking for a female workout partner. I live in Alpharetta and own a treadmill and a Bowflex...
I try to stay away from bread as well. It's a mental thing for me. I have to chew :) What I do is eat a protein bar (not meal replacement) and an apple. I...
Hi Jan, I do the same at home. At work I have no trouble with water. I probably drink over a gallon at work alone when I'm doing a challenge. But once I...
I'd be interested in knowing how the Bowflex works out. Can you do everything with a bowflex? Is it a decent machine? I'm considering getting one and would...
Hi, Jan! The Crystal Light and SF Koolaid will have little effect on you. I think there are 5cal per serving no sugar, etc. Try to drink straight water if ...
I miss having a workout partner, but like to work out at the gym. That is part of my motivation. I am currently working out at the Gold's in Woodstock. Was...
The bowflex worked well for my first challenge and I am using it again for the second. The only thing I did mid way through challenge 1 and into #2 was to...
... Is there any particular reason you chose to shun flesh meats? Are you allowed eggs and dairy products, or are you a true vegan? Even a little white meat...
I think this gets back to the free weights versus machines question. I think both have their place. Machines can be better at isolating a particular muscle...
Hi- I started BFL 2 weeks ago and am a vegetarian. It isn't as hard as it seems. I do not think a vegan BFL would be very doable though. I have lowered my...
I am not an expert on how much water to drink, but I drink at least 2 gallons per day, I generally have finished 1 by time I have showered and dressed after...
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