Sunday, February 28, 2010

DAY 56 OF THE 100 DAY CHALLENGE!

It’s All Mental
Well, it’s not ALL mental, but a very big part of losing weight is definitely played out in our minds. That’s why it is important to focus on some important factors that will help you get through this process successfully. First of all, there is an end point to this Challenge. At times it may feel like it will last forever - but it won’t. You need to take advantage of every single moment to ensure that you hit your goals and implement changes that will last. Second, focus your mind on other things than food. Third, focus on your Master Goals and Daily Goals. Whenever it feels like you want to cheat or that you just can’t continue any longer, think of the promises you made to yourself and how you’re changing inside and out. Make the mental process work in your favor.

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So far, great progress!  I’m hopeful that either this week or next week I’ll actually hit my goal weight!  After that, I am going to go for it and maybe try for another 10 to 20 lbs before the 100 Day Challenge is over!  Yesterday we did some gassers during the workout, and I was surprised that I was able to run faster than I was before.  I guess it really does help to drop over 35 lbs!

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Saturday, February 27, 2010

DAY 55 OF THE 100 DAY CHALLENGE!

Why Fish Oil?
Fish oil is recommended for a healthy diet because it contains omega-3 fatty acids and is attributed to reducing inflammation throughout the body. Fish oil is oil derived from the tissues of oily fish. Fish do not actually produce omega-3 fatty acids, but instead accumulate them from either consuming microalgae that produce these fatty acids, as is the case with fish like herring and sardines, or, as is the case with fatty predatory fish, by eating prey fish that have accumulated omega-3 fatty acids from microalgae. More than 50 percent of the world fish oil production is fed to farmed salmon. There are also DHA Omega-3 vegetarian products, made from algae.

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Speaking of fish oil, my trainer was telling me that I should take one 1 gram capsule of fish oil per every percentage point of body fat that I have.  This will help you lose weight/fat quicker (supposedly).  So, if you have 20% body fat, you’re going to want to take 20 capsules of fish oil daily!

Today was a great work out at the Renegade Boot Camp at ThrowdownETC!  VERY tough, but felt great afterwards!  Cheryl Wong was the instructor and did a bang up job!

Friday, February 26, 2010

DAY 54 OF THE 100 DAY CHALLENGE!

All for One and One for All!
We’re all in this together! It’s important for you to recognize that you have a support group, and that you can get questions answered either in a public forum on FaceBook (do a search for 100 Days to Victory) or in private by sending an email to AfightersDiet@gmail.com. Either way, we want to hear how you’re doing, and want to help you achieve your goals! Also, be sure that you give insights to others who are also taking the Challenge! Your advice and words of encouragement can go a long way to help others!
CHALLENGE: Become a FaceBook fan of “100 Days to Victory” and tell us how you’re doing on the diet! Your words may help encourage someone else to push themselves, too!

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Weighed in again today - another 1.6 lbs gone!  I’ve noticed that some weeks I have a good drop, and others are just so-so.  You can’t have incredible losses EVERY week!  But they all add up!

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MORNING WORKOUT

Strength Training - Back & Biceps

1.  Cable Rows - 3 sets of 15 reps at 100 lbs

2.  Cross Cables - 3 sets of 15 reps at 10 lbs

3.  Cable Pulldowns - 3 sets of 15 reps at 100 lbs

4.  One Legged Dumbbell Curls - 3 sets of 15 reps at 25, 30, and 30 lbs

5.  Hammer Curls - 3 sets of 15 reps at 25, 30, and 35 lbs

6.  One-Armed Preacher Curls - 3 sets of 15 reps at 20 lbs

Cardio Strength - Eliptical - 30 minutes

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Thursday, February 25, 2010

DAY 53 OF THE 100 DAY CHALLENGE!

Tips For Winners: Dealing With Plateaus
Most dieters will experience a plateau at some point. It can be frustrating to hit a point where you just can’t lose weight. However, rest assured, if you stick to the diet plan, you will push through the plateau. If you experience a plateau, you should do a little self-analysis to make sure that you are indeed sticking to the diet. For example, you want to make sure that you are measuring items correctly. Sometimes, it can become easy to become a little “sloppy” with the measurements, and before you know it you’re not eating correct portions. Little mistakes can slow down your progress and lead to big disappointments!

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MORNING WORKOUT

Strength Training - Chest & Triceps

1.  Smith Machine Bench Press - 3 sets of 15 reps at 95, 115, and 135 lbs

2.  Cable Cross Overs - 3 sets of 15 reps at 25, 30, and 30 lbs

3.  Cable Flies - 3 sets of 15 reps at 20, 25, and 25 lbs

4. One Armed Back Scratchers - 3 sets of 15 reps at 25 lbs

5.  Lying Barbell French Press - 3 sets of 15 reps at 50, 60, and 70 lbs

6.  One-Armed Cross Face Extension - 3 sets of 15 reps at 25 lbs

Cardio Training - Eliptical - 30 minutes

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