WEEK 5 UPDATE

March 1, 2010

WEEK 5 UPDATE - FEB 24, 2010

Okay, I’m experiencing something that I’ve heard about – but never dealt with before. I believe it’s a good thing, so I’m not worried. I’ve lost inches and body fat percentage, but gained weight!! From what I’ve read and heard, this means I’m building muscles and losing fat.

I know I’m getting stronger because I’ve been able to life more and more each time I go to the gym, e.g.; last night I pressed 110# on the tricep dip, 90# on the chest press, 155# on the leg press, and 90# on the leg extensions. This is just an example of the range I’m in. I’m doing full work outs now and I’m doing 3 sets of 10, 8 & 6 reps. I start off as strong as I think I can and increase with each set. I’m to the point where 5 pounds feels ridiculously light to me, which is awesome considering the fact that just 5 weeks ago I could barely lift 5 pounds on some of my lifts. When I’m pumping weights, I’m feeling the burn – but not to the point of hurting myself. I’m pushing myself though! I’m now alternating between the machines and free weights because I think the machines help me to get stronger and now I’m more confident with my form. I’ve even streamlined my meals in the last few days since I started on my MM meal plan. I’m at the gym 6 days a week (rest on Sundays); Mon, Wed & Fri – I lift weights and walk min 3 miles, Tues, Thur & Sat, I do aerobics; either on the elliptical machine at the gym or just walking outdoors at high speed, i.e. 3-4 mph (for a hour). I also swim for about 30 minutes at least 2x per week and will be increasing to 3x/wk soon, and I’m turning my walk into a jog…e.g.; doing the walk-jog-walk-jog routine to jog more and walk less. I’m about to start seriously training for my 1st triathlon (something I’ve always wanted to do) that’s scheduled for June in Seattle. I know I’m getting leaner, as well - because my clothes are fitting looser.. That said – here are my stats for this week - and - a look at today’s routine, which is typical for my weight lifting days.

Stats (Current info/Difference)
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Weight: 184.3# (+2.2)
Chest: 39.5” (-1/2”)
Waist: 35.5” (-1/2”)
Navel: 38.5” (-1/2”)
Hips: 36.5” (-1/2”)
Thigh (L): 21” (no change)
Arm (L): 12.5” (no change)
Neck: 13.5” (-1/2”)
BF%: 30% (-.3%)

Today’s Routine – Wed. 2/24/10
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5:25 am: MaxPro Vanilla protein - 1 scoop w/wtr
7:15 am: ½c old fashion oatmeal, 1 egg w/2 egg whites, w/1 roma tomato, ¼c mushrooms & 2 tblspn olive oil - scrambled
10:00 am: 2.5oz tuna w/mustard, ¼ sml avocado, 4 whole grain crackers, 7 almonds.
12:00: 3oz poached salmon & 1c steamed zucchini.
3:20 pm: 2.5oz tuna w/mustard, ¼ sml avocado, 4 whole grain crackers, 10 pistachios.
5:10 pm: MaxPro Vanilla protein – 1-1/2scp w/water.
6:00 pm: Eliptical machine/30 min. Swam/30 min.
8:15 pm: MaxPro Vanilla protein – 1scp w/water.
9:45 pm: chicken breast, w/o skin, sautéed in olive oil with vegetables.