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+Reason for joining: I need to be visually motivated to get me working out. I hate exercising.
+If applicable, who referred you?:
+Current fitness/health goal: I would like to get in my healthy weight range and maintain it.
+Fitness/Health weakness: I don't like working out and I get really shy doing it in front of anyone else
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: I had an ED... I'm still recovering
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: I love soda and candy too much
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: Well after my c-section I couldn't work out so I just made sure I ate as healthy as I could and tried to stay as active as I could without hurting myself.
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going:
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[Dec. 29th, 2007|10:48 am] |
is this community dead?
I imagine the answer is yes, judging from the dates of the last posts here, and that's a shame, because from the user-info this group actually looks cool. I mean, there are so many unhealthy thinspo/crazy groups around and lots of people who want to just drop a couple pounds and get healthy are sucked into "analulzomg" because they operate under the guise of "losing weight"
Anyway, I used to weight train quite rigorously when I was younger and though general malaise/stupidness quit that when I went to University. I guess I might as well post and introduction, what the hell.
+Reason for joining:
+ I seriously enjoy working out. Cycling and lifting make me feel GOOD. Endorphins are my favorite high, and I know that I am way to young to allow myself to let go. I've taken too many bio and chem classes to believe fad diets, and I want my metabolism to stay just as strong as my heart and lungs. That being said, I lost most of my upper-body tone over the year and want to regain my figure. Skinnyfat is pointless.
+Current fitness/health goal:
+ I'm 5'4" and at my prime, was less than 18% body fat and could bench press 90 lbs for my 3rm, I could run a mile in 7 minutes and could actually do bar dips/pull-ups without spotters. I've since let myself go and at my highest weight was 140 lbs. That's still a "healthy" BMI, but at the high range of average. Basically, I want to get that toned body back, I miss having cut arms and not looking like a failure with the girlie bar. So my goals are as follows:
arms: at least 3 unspotted pull ups and chin ups. need to do 30 nose-to-floor push-ups without stopping. and general weight-training with free weights and machines. Bench, incline, decline, curls and military press for starters.
legs: the consequence for gaining so much weight came in the form of cellulite in my thighs. I have since killed that, but I'd like to cut as much fatty tissue from my legs and tone them. Need to start doing squats and wall-sits again.
core and back: should be obvious- tone up. Lat pulls and situps omg!
weight: this is kind of tricky, because I want muscle tone more than anything. I want to kill excess fat in my gut and arms and try for a body fat around 19-ish% Currently, I am 120 after four months of working out and refining my diet choices. I anything below 110 would be unhealthy for me.
+ I've discovered cycling, and love my road bike. Smoking was shit for my lungs and I've quit that for good (it's been over 6 months!) So I want to start training for big group rides, like in the 100 mile range. I want endurance and long, lean muscles.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?:
Hell no, and people who pretend to just so the can join ana/mia communities for "weight loss tips" are only screwing themselves. But that being said, I'm more than willing and in fact would love to help people with EDs make healthy fitness choices.
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?:
+ I know I'm weak, and that makes me ashamed to use the weight room at the gym. I attend a small university and often see friends/ex-boyfriends there and it just makes me awkward. Yeah.... that's pretty lame of me to chicken out like that. Also, as a full-time student with a job/boyfriend/and parties to juggle, I have a hard time picking a regular gym time.
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?:
+ I've cut out red meat, excess beer (still love the whiskey) and no longer eat heavily-processed foods. I have a fitday profile which is pretty silly (those things never get the calories right, anyway and you just feel good about yourself). I go to the gym when I have the time and do short/intense cardio like stairmaster and then a little of this and that- sit ups, push ups, the usual.
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going:
+ OMG, this video is sexy sexy love. And silly as hell :D
uh anyway, I guess this was a bit long, but what's the point, huh? If you read this on your friends list, add me because that would be awesome. I have tons of questions about training for endurance cycling and nutritional supplements/etc. Buddies are lots of fun and inspiring! |
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[Jun. 11th, 2006|09:10 pm] |
INTRO
I suppose I should introduce myself. I’m Amy Finally. No, Finally isn’t my last name. It’s more of a statement. I’ve had several blogs and online journals that were under a different name. I’ve decided now, to just be me.
I used to be over 200 pounds. I also suffered from anorexia and bulimia and was 106 pounds. I’ve been here, there, and everywhere when it comes to weight and eating disorders. I struggle with the eating disorders in my head sometimes. That might come out here. I have been focusing on fitness. I’m doing quite well in the fitness area. It’s the diet part that has not been going so well. I’m 133 pounds at the moment. I have some quality muscle in that weight. I’m 4’11. I’m overweight, but I’m no longer morbidly obese. I can clearly remember a doctor telling me if I wanted to see my first baby graduate (she was 1), I’d lose the weight. I will never get back to that point. I can say that with confidence now. I’ve come a long way.
The philosophies I follow are Jillian Michaels’. My userpic is her book. She inspires me. My three children do as well.
I want to set a healthy example for my children. My oldest is eight. My middle daughter is 3. My youngest is 2. I’m not setting the healthy example I want to at the moment. I let stress get the best of me, and I have taken up smoking again. I had quit for over a year. My middle daughter is autistic and mentally retarded. My youngest needs to be evaluated.
My husband and I are both seeking full-time employment. We are out of money, and grocery shopping is about to suffer.
My goals:
Up my workout intensity. Not necessarily time working out.
Get a job, well, a better job.
Get my eating habits under better control.
Quit smoking.
Here are some more details…
Monday: Abs, Upper Body, Cardio, Stretch
Tuesday: Cardio Only
Wednesday: Abs, Lower Body, Stretch
Thursday: Upper Body, Cardio, Stretch
Friday: Cardio Only
Saturday: Abs, Lower Body, Stretch
Sunday: REST DAY
Goal micronutrient percentages:
FAT: 15
CARBS: 60
and PROTEIN: 25
Calories: Between 1200 and 1500
So, here I am. Amy, FINALLY! |
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| Intro |
[Jun. 11th, 2006|09:04 pm] |
+Reason for joining: I'm addicted to fitness
+If applicable, who referred you?: Nope
+Current fitness/health goal: (include your height if you mention specific weights)
I'm 4'11 133lbs. I'm near the best shape of my life. I just want to keep going. There is no end to finess in my book.
+Fitness/Health weakness: My diet is seriously lacking, and I know that's what holds me back. White sugar and flour.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: I believe I've overcome my eating disorder enough to live
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: Stress
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: I paid for the version of FitDay you own *WORTH EVERY PENNY*
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going:
I don't know how to put a pic in. Jillian Michaels. |
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| Introductions |
[Jun. 11th, 2006|10:15 pm] |
Hi everyone,
I thought it'd probably be a good idea to introduce myself :
+Reason for joining:
To find the support of other people living healthy and finding a virtual partner for my exercise goals.
+Current fitness/health goal: (include your height if you mention specific weights)
I'd like to get out 4 times a week for at least 30 minutes at a time to get some exercise and to lose around 20 lbs in the next 10 weeks.
+Fitness/Health weakness:
Being too tired / lazy after work and not having the self discipline to go exercise.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?:
No
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?:
Time constraints at work doesn't really allow for lunch, which means that I either eat too early or too late and end up snacking more than I should inbetween. There's also aways some kind of snack (always unhealthy) available for everyone at work and since I tend to walk past that bowl so many times a day... at times it becomes hard to resist.
+What are you doin or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?:
I'm trying to be more disciplined about what I eat, trying to get out early in the morning for some exercise (at least 4 days a week) and drinking more water than coffee.
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going
Paula Radcliffe is a great inspiration to me.
"If you want your dreams to come true, you need to wake up." |
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| I'm new here! |
[Feb. 10th, 2006|04:53 pm] |
+Reason for joining: need accountability in my workout schedule and eating
+If applicable, who referred you?: found this community through an LJ search
+Current fitness/health goal: lose 20 pounds by June 10 (currently 5 feet 7 inches, 165.5 pounds, larger body frame)
+Fitness/Health weakness: I think I eat too little; I am not good at tracking calories
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: No
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: I am blind, so reading food labels is difficult. This limits me in countain calories and making sure I am eating enough.
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: exercise daily
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going: not sure; don't have one yet |
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[Jan. 28th, 2006|10:56 pm] |
'allo all!
( New here! )
So. Question. How can I tell if I'm doing sit-ups correctly? |
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[Jan. 16th, 2006|09:33 pm] |
+Reason for joining: i have flab on my arms and legs. i want to be more defined. i'm trying to get ready to look good in skirts and bikinis for summer time!
+If applicable, who referred you?: just searched for interests of weight watchers.
+Current fitness/health goal: (include your height if you mention specific weights) basically, i'd like to mantain the same weight. 5'6 and 100 lbs but i want to be more in shape. i get tired soo easily and everything.
+Fitness/Health weakness: i'm lazy & i don't eat healthy enough.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: no.
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?:
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: i'm trying that right now. ;)
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going:  |
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[Jan. 16th, 2006|11:08 am] |
+Reason for joining:to look good in a bikini.
+If applicable, who referred you?: no one.
+Current fitness/health goal: (include your height if you mention specific weights) right now, i work out about 2-3 times a week and im trying to change my eating habits from anorexic to healthy. but its hard. i want to be 100 pounds down from 112. i know it sounds like i dont weigh that much, but i have a small body frame so it looks like im flatout fat, you know?
+Fitness/Health weakness: i tend to give up easily/binge.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: kind of an ed.
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: i hate the thought of eating, i feel like it will just make me fat, when really it may help me loose weight, and not slow down my metabilism.
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?:working out i guess?
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going: welllll. the victorias secret models in those bikinis. thats the best fitspiration i think.
soooo, friends are always loved.
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[Jan. 10th, 2006|06:53 pm] |
+Reason for joining: I want to stay healthy and lose a little weight
+If applicable, who referred you?: 1beforethedawn
+Current fitness/health goal: umm I'm 5'9 and 138...and I want to be maybe 133ish? and toned
+Fitness/Health weakness: food in general
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: no indeed
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: I eat when I get bored and it sometimes screws me over.
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: I'm focusing on eating healthier now, and less on excercise cause I play volleyball and when I do extra excercise without getting used to eating better first, I get hunger cravings and lose it.
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going:
Angelina Jolie is the PERFECT woman
WASHBOARD ABS
I love her curves |
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[Jan. 8th, 2006|01:55 am] |
+Reason for joining:cuz im trying to go back into shape
+If applicable, who referred you?: no one
+Current fitness/health goal: (include your height if you mention specific weights)
my fitness goals are to train and finish a 10k in May
i think my weight is fine (120ish), but i would like to be more toned
+Fitness/Health weakness: when i workout regularly i tend to eat worse, b/c i dont feel as guilty.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: nope
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: not being able to drive provents me from getting to the gym as much as i want.
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: i dont think i understand the question
+YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going):
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| New member |
[Jan. 3rd, 2006|11:43 am] |
+Reason for joining: I want to become more fit and have support doing so.
+If applicable, who referred you?: ![[info]](http://p-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) grrly
+Current fitness/health goal: although I'd love to lose the last few pounds, what I'd really like is to lower my body fat percentage to a more acceptable level. I was 260lbs, I'm 155 now but I still have a fairly high body fat % according to most online calculations. (I'm 5'6")
+Fitness/Health weakness: I tend to dislike the gym because it's crowded so I try to find things to do at home, also I have problems with eating a little too much at night.
+Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: Nope
+What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: money. I'm a struggling student and my loan just doesn't cover the cost of eating entirely healthy foods. Mac and cheese and pasta and rice are usually the most expensive things I can afford.
+What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: I'm taking multivitamins and when I can afford veggies I get them. I buy canned/frozen veggies as well because they are less expensive
+YOUR Fitspiration: What keeps me going is that I have made it this far, so I know that I can really do this. |
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| New Member! |
[Jan. 2nd, 2006|09:37 pm] |
Hey, I'm a new member! My name is Erika, I'm 19, and I have about 30-35 pounds to lose. ( Read more... ) |
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| New Member |
[Dec. 20th, 2005|07:55 pm] |
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[Dec. 19th, 2005|01:02 am] |
Hi all, I'm new!
( Intro Post )
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[Dec. 17th, 2005|05:17 pm] |
Hey everyone I'm new. This community seems very active with very friendly/helpful people... so here's my application.
Reason for joining: I've gained a few pounds over summer/early holiday season and I'm trying to find motivation for getting back in shape.
Current fitness/health goal: I'm 5'4" and 120, and trying to loose those 5 pounds I gained. But more importantly getting in shape for tennis season in the spring.
Fitness/Health weakness: Honestly, i love junk food and anything chocolate. On the weekdays it's not too bad, but the weekends when I'm home, i tend to binge eat :( Also, i love starbucks which is a killer.
luckily I love to exercise though.
Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: Nope
What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: My cravings.
What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: I've been working out (30 minutes of cardio and 30 minutes of weightlifting) 5 days a week.
YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going:
Tennis players always inspire me. I'd love to look like this again.</center |
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[Dec. 14th, 2005|09:23 am] |
Reason for joining: I don't have people in my life who find fitness inspiring. Either they love ULTRA THIN or think super obese is OK. I've had family die of obesity related illnesses.
Current fitness/health goal: My back and shoulders need some more strength.
Fitness/Health weakness: My middle daughter has multiple disorders..one is a sleep disorder. It's hard to keep reminding myself sometimes that working out GIVES me energy when I'm exhausted.
Do you have an ED/Fitness Disorder?: I have had bulimia, anorexia, and compulsive overeating at different points throughout my life. I am 4'11 and have been between 106 and 214 lbs.
What do you think limits you the most in making healthy choices?: The anorexia screams easy fix and fast results. It's hard for me to remind myself to be patient sometimes.
What are you doing or have you done to make the best of a situation barring you from a healthy lifestyle?: I'm trying to get my kids involved. I also work at a supplement store...the discount is nice. I've done away with my subscriptions to fashion mags and have fitness mags all around my house.
YOUR Fitspiration(A picture of a model, yourself, a quote, anything that keeps you going: When I'm cleaning house...I have music on or whatever. You know those times when there's nothing on tv but it's still on? I keep it on FITTV. Even the commercials are motivational. :) |
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