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  1. fit44

    Reasonable Expectations, Realistic Results

    I never said my mother's health problems were related to her obesity. I said it was a related to poor nutrition. The obesity was only one side effect from eating processed junk. She was addicted to sugar. She consumed a lot of calories, but her body was starving for nutrition. Yes, you can...
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    Reasonable Expectations, Realistic Results

    This is what haunts me the most. My mother survived an aneurysm and was put on a respirator. The surgeon told me that he needed to perform a tracheotomy because her upper body fat was putting too much pressure on her lungs, and that was the only way they could get her off the respirator. It...
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    Reasonable Expectations, Realistic Results

    I'll tell you my point of view as an adult child... I had to manage my mother's prescription drugs because there were so many she couldn't remember how to take them.The cost of drugs she needed to maintain some form of life left her broke, which was completely depressing to her. Her pension did...
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    Reasonable Expectations, Realistic Results

    Here it is- http://cathe.com/forum/f97/seated-good-mornings-291831/ Ernestine Shepherd transformed her body in her 50's. Ernestine Shepherd - World Record Female Bodybuilder - YouTube
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    Experiments with Intermittent Fasting

    Yes, Berardi talks about this in his summary. Some people are better off grazing (eating every 2-3 hours). He said he has done well with dozens of different eating systems, and he adds this to the list of what works for him.
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    Experiments with Intermittent Fasting

    I've tried 24 & 16 hour fasting. The 16 hour fasting is much easier to do. It put me in touch with how to identify real hunger. I've noticed several figure competitors on BB.com are using the 16/8 (Martin Berkhan) method for cutting phase. They say it's the easiest way to cut. Here is his...
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    Experiments with Intermittent Fasting

    Wanted to share. :) If you don't want to read the entire experiment, skip to chapter 7. Experiements with Intermittent Fasting by Dr. John Berardi All About Intermittent Fasting | FREE Book From Dr. John Berardi
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    What muscle group is this guy working?

    My husband thinks it's a hoax or set-up. No way this can be real. He's wearing a disguise. :rolleyes:
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    Turkey Meatloaf

    No one in my house liked Jamie's turkey muffins. I made them in paper muffin liners and when my son came home from work he saw them sitting on the counter and thought they were real cupcakes.:D He called me into the kitchen and told me that it was just plain sick of me to make meat cupcakes! LOL
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    What muscle group is this guy working?

    Bonnie, It's been a while since I've been in the singles dating scene, but I think he's going about it the wrong way. :eek:
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    Turkey Meatloaf

    I tried this recipe the other day and love it! I made them into muffins instead of one loaf for easy grab n go protein meal. Baking them in a muffin pan in my oven took 30 minutes. I omitted ketchup, and used oat flour instead of oatmeal (for a smoother texture). Clean Turkey Meatloaf -...
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    Fun Poll: How does Xtrain compare??

    STS is my first love.:) XTrain Gym Styles/ 4 Day Split I'm sorry I picked 4, but it's not easy choosing a favorite Cathe!!!
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    What muscle group is this guy working?

    This is so funny! Look at the weight he is pushing! LOL I'm not sure what muscle group...is it tricep, bicep, or lat?:D:D I guess the other moves are warm-up?! https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=rC5uChVFqko
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    Need some personal marriage advice...

    atompki1, I agree with everything you said here, the bolded part is most important. Gretta, The relationship your husband has with this other woman clearly bothers you, and for good reason. I can't advise you what to do, that is something you have to figure out for yourself. I'm not...
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    Need some personal marriage advice...

    ITA! I've been married 32 years, and there is no way in hell I would put up with my husband in any kind of relationship with a past lover.
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    Your health and fitness EVOLUTIONS?

    This year: Lift Heavy! Less cardio, more weight training. Workout smart, not more. Fuel my body for health and strength- view every meal as an opportunity to feed my body nutrient dense food. Collect healthy recipes. Life goal....not have to take 20 different prescription drugs to survive...
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    Quick Greek Yogurt Chicken

    I found this chicken recipe on FB and made it for dinner....YUM! Simple and tasty. :) https://www.facebook.com/notes/the-smith-machines-fitbook/quick-clean-greek-yogurt-chicken/432775216789686 Quick & Clean Greek Yogurt Chicken by The Smith Machines Fitbook on Wednesday, October 24, 2012...
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    shoulder padding for barbell on shoulders?

    Cathe's 10lb vest. Love it!!!:D Speaking of squat rack and lifting heavier....I'm so sore I can barely walk today. :eek::eek: I'm trying to relearn the squat for heavier lifting and full range of motion (deep squats). Here is a wonderful squat youtube series Part 1:EliteFTS.com So You...
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    XTrain 90 Day Undulating Rotation

    You have to do what you think is best, there is a ton of info on the internet. Here is an interview with Chad Waterbury and Ori Hofmekler. The Truth About Post-Workout Nutrition | Chad Waterbury | Workouts To Get Ripped, Ab Exercises For Men, Weight Training For Women I drink a...
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    XTrain 90 Day Undulating Rotation

    I drink a whey protein shake pre-workout and a whey protein with fruit (strawberries or banana) post workout...but I wait at least 30 minutes after resistance training to drink my post workout shake. This was a recommendation from a trainer on Jamie Eason's Live Fit faceboook and a girl who...
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