“Message” posted by PFunk Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Fear of Change
Fear of change can keep you in a soul-crushing job, a bad relationship, or a physically destructive lifestyle. Ask yourself; is the devil-you-know approach good enough for you? Is your life making you happy? If you answered no to either of those questions, WHAT do you have to lose by embracing change?
The truth is, things should be changing ” your body is changing, your habits are changing, your attitude is changing. This might be the point where, because of so much change, you're starting to freak out a little bit. You might be asking yourself, What will all this change mean” to my life's direction, my relationships, my identity?
LAST CHANCE WORK OUT!
See my new photos!
HOW ARE YOU DOING?

“Message” posted by billyc Friday, February 26th, 2010

Thanks Michele, I read your article and I am definitely IN!!

“Message” posted by bonnie Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

michele, nice to hear from you. I got a correct body fat reading I'm at 21.86 not 30. I am getting stronger. The scale is staying the same. I am getting new exercises added in. I'm a little confused as to add a bunch of cardio or just do the 25 min a day. I need to burn the body fat on my legs so my leg workout is going to be twice a week. I'm hoping increasing my strength in my legs will turn up my own metabalisim. Any suggestions you have are always welcomed. Hope you and mike are well.

“Message” posted by dakelly Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Alright Michele, you asked for it! I started a new weightlifting program for the next 4 weeks and it calls for 4 sets of 10. I am used to doing pyramid reps with increasing weights trying to get at least 4 reps on last set. With this program what weight should I be starting/ending with, to get 10 reps in each set? For example, I start flat bench press (after warm up) with 65 for 12, 85 for 10, 95 for 8, and 110 for at least 4. Should I just be doing 85 for 10 reps each time? Or should I even care? Haha.

“Message” posted by allmax24-7 Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Hey there how are things going? Let all your friends know about the challenge, entry ends on March 31st.

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Hello! I've only been at 20% for 3 weeks...so not bad! I'm really seeing alot of definition and muscle gain this week! They seem to be popping out everywhere and it seems like I'm dropping the fat in chunks:) I just started Therm X with my define last week and I can tell it's kicking in! I'm only doing 20 min on the arc pre-workout (high incline/high resistance). I also do 30-45 min of riding my bike on trainer in the evening...depending on how strong of a workout I have during the day! Tonite, I'm hitting the sack early...sore & tired as heck! I will e-mail you my workout & numbers today...crazy as heck! I know that this workout is working great...I can really see the difference! I'm on it with journalling my diet & exercise this week to see how much difference it makes. My scale has gone down 2 lbs too since last Wed....:) So, be looking for an e-mail...let me know what you think!

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Friday, February 19th, 2010

Hi Michele! Any ideas on breaking this 20% BF plateau. I've increased my weights this week and am getting stronger. Started ThermX w/ my define in am/pm. Also added FBE, Iso protein, and EXT for preworkout. I try not to pay attention to the numbers as I can see it in my pics...hard as a female not too!

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

LAST CHANCE WORKOUT
Do you ever feel stressed out, and need a shot of inspiration?
If the answer is yes, then take a deep breath, and…
Escape to the Beauty, the Wonder and the Joy of Nature
To a mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~Chang Tsu
To me every hour of the light and dark is a miracle. Every cubic inch of space is a miracle. ~Walt Whitman
Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without words, and never stops at all. Emily Dickinson

I've been able to add in Gleutamine. Will be going for body fat this week. Let's see how well my body likes me!

Finding out through all of this, how "focused" I have become. "Focus" may enter "determination". I've come to realize that all around me, if I don't know how these two words inter relate in their lives. About Focus and determination. I cannot underestimate such elements.

“Message” posted by dakelly Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Hi Michele! How have you been?? I must say that the last time we communicated, I was at a plateau and your motivation and tips on the FBX really helped! I never did get the CX3 - was it? My MM guy said they were out of stock and I've forgotten about it since. My split cardios and the FBX helped me break the plateau! I told my store manager to get you to the Bellevue store for a visit!!!! I would love to meet you in person. Take care!!

“Message” posted by Flexxon Friday, January 29th, 2010

Thanks for the kind words Michele, your right I already do feel like a winner. I was weighing 265 back in August 09 when I started training again. I'm now down to
232 lbs. and counting. I'm feeling great and loving life again... Thanks for your support. By the way, you do know I'm also from Moline, and I relocated to Arizona in 2006. I still have all my family back home, but I don't make it home that often.

“Message” posted by coordinator Thursday, January 28th, 2010

Happy Thursday, Michele. I was stopping by for some motivation. You really inspire me and I know I can do this. Thank you for being the one who drives me in this! xoxoxo *Jane*

“Message” posted by PFunk Thursday, January 21st, 2010

VISUALIZATION OF SUCCESS

January 21, 2010

The Introduction from Wisdom of Wolves
The attitude of the wolf can be summed up simply: it is a constant visualization of success.
The collective wisdom of wolves has been progressively programmed into their genetic makeup throughout the centuries.
Wolves have mastered the technique of focusing their energies toward the activities that will lead to the accomplishment of their goals.
Wolves do not aimlessly run around their intended victims, yipping and yapping. They have a strategic plan and execute it through constant communication. When the moment of truth arrives, each understands his role and understands exactly what the pack expects of him.
The wolf does not depend on luck. The cohesion, teamwork and training of the pack determines whether the pack lives or dies.
There is a silly maxim in some organizations that everyone, to be a valuable member, must aspire to be the leader.
This is personified by the misguided CEO who says he only hires people who say they want to take his job. Evidently, this is supposed to ensure that the person has ambition, courage, spunk, honesty, drive - whatever. In reality, it is simply a contrived situation, with the interviewee jumping through the boss's hoops.
It sends warnings of competition and one-up-manship throughout the organization rather than signals of cooperation, teamwork and loyalty.
Everyone does not strive to be the leader in the wolf pack. Some are consummate hunters or caregivers or jokesters, but each seems to gravitate to the role he does best. This is not to say there are not challenges to authority, position and status - there are.
But each wolf's role begins emerging from playtime as a pup and refines itself through the rest of its years. The wolf's attitude is always based upon the question, "What is best for the pack?" This is in marked contrast to us humans, who will often sabotage our organizations, families or businesses, if we do not get what we want.
Wolves are seldom truly threatened by other animals.
By constantly engaging their senses and skills, they are practically unassailable. They are masters of planning for the moment of opportunity to present itself, and when it does, they are ready to act.
Because of training, preparation, planning, communication and a preference for action, the wolf's expectation is always to be victorious.
While in actuality this is true only 10 percent of the time or less, the wolf's attitude is always that success will come-and it does.
by Twyman Towery

“Message” posted by coordinator Thursday, January 21st, 2010

LOVE your status...You are such a motivator to me. I watched your video the other day and YOU inspire me....*Jane*

“Message” posted by Flexxon Tuesday, January 19th, 2010

Please read my article, Water for Life.
I think you'll like it...

“Message” posted by bonnie Saturday, January 16th, 2010

michele, I am wondering what to add to my stack. I am losing inches, gaining strength but not losing much in body fat. I use hi 5 w flax, glutimine, egg whites, define 8, extends pre work out, max pro and glutimine post workout. I am thinking of adding fbx caffine free., and possibly thermxx. I can not take gel caps at all. Was wondering what you would suggest. Thank you

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Saturday, January 16th, 2010

Thanks for the information! I have noticed that trying different things is what makes it work! Today I tried something different in the am (especially since I had to wake up at 0400) and will take Delite in early afternoon...am-Just 1 Therm X (instead of full dose @2) & Femme Lean; 1100:preworkout took FBE, Iso w/ EXT 3pm: Delite. Today was the 1st day I tried FBE. It worked great preworkout...had the best workout ever! Workouts have been going great...continuing to build more muscle & strength. I can really tell in my arms & back! I still am shooting for arms like yours:) I weigh & measure Monday and will send you stats.

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Friday, January 15th, 2010

Long time no talk! I was wondering if the FBE can be taken with the Delite. I've been taking the Femme Lean w/ Delite in the am. Pre-workout I've been using Iso w/EXT. I get a little boost but feel like I could use more. The EXT has been amazing on my lean muscle growth and I do feel like I can lift more...just need more of a boost! The exercise regimen has been going great! I get weighed/measured on Monday...very excited to see the results. I can feel it in my clothes and the way my muscles are defining....LOVE IT! It'd be great if you could come over to WA...East & West. I'll have to talk with Harry & Teresa!

“Message” posted by dakelly Friday, January 15th, 2010

Thanks for the information! I'm heading to the MM store tonight and will pick that up. What online training do you offer? I'm improving on my squats and leg press each time by at least 5-10 pounds. I'm trying to increase my bench and bicep curls. The scale is still not moving so Adam from the store said maybe I need to increase my caloric intake as I could be hanging onto them since I'm working out so hard... I don't know, all I do know is that I have confidence in the process and it's got me back in the gym where I LOVE it! I will definitely tell these guys to get you out here. I would love to meet you!!

“Message” posted by dakelly Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

Hi Michele! Is there a MM product you would recommend for women for "keeping" muscle when you're dieting down? Danny J said she takes Cellucor M5 but didn't know if MM made something similar. I want biceps as big as yours!!! I know men seem to have a bunch of different products, but didn't know if it was safe for us to take as well... I'm guessing not so much. Thanks!

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, January 13th, 2010

WHEN DO YOU KNOW

January 12, 2010

When do you know, that you want to go work out? Is it more than just scheduling of it's "time to go workout"!
Is it "boring" at the thought? Or inspired because you're now knowing something "huge" is about to change inside of you, and occur to a total and new you!
Has the weather shared it's shadows of the clouds or do you still want to go to the gym in the rain or sunshine?
Do you wait until your "favorite" short or "T-shirt" is out of the dryer first? Or do you just jump into anything?
To jump at a chance where your body is craving the new workout?
What do you do to your body?
Feed it water, if any?
How much?
That lingering question which poses another for what do I eat, how much, when?
Sounds like a novel of a mystery saga.
Have you allowed anyone into your inner circle, yet!
To hold that word "accountability" up and point it in your direction? Or does it seem like a mirror advancing towards you, and can you handle the mirror now?
As you've avoided the mirror before.
It showing the truth and flaws and change from a body over whelmed with weight.
Now pursuing an adventure where weight loss is giving way to healthy choices and a perspective that it seems like anything is obtainable. Even if for one moment, that is attain your moments in the gym towards the new you!
Well, what are you waiting for? Go get your shoes on!
Let's do it people! Grab your music, your inspiration, Jillian or your trainers voice and stick it in your ear and turn up the volume!
Not that loud, you'll get hard of hearing! :)
Last one in the water looses!

“Message” posted by chrizby Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

Hey Michelle, it's great to see what an inspiration you are to so many people - you are one lucky gal to have walked in to Max Muscle and have Scott and Karen as your nutrition specialists and congratulations on your accomplishments as well. It's great that you are involved with them and helping to grow their business as well as furthering your career as a fitness enthusiast (junkie) and becoming a certified sports nutrition specialist yourself. What a great feeling it is to help people get healthy and feel good about themselves. Make sure you do your best to keep Scott humble - it's no easy job :o)

Your profile picture is awesome - Chris

“Message” posted by Running-Dot Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

Michele, such a hard core girl - thanks for adding me as a friend. You are truly one of my inspirations to participate in the MaxForm 2010. You Rock Girl!!!!

“Message” posted by quiregirl Saturday, January 9th, 2010

Thanks for the advice! Tunnel vision it is! You are so right .......this is MY journey and I AM in control of it! I am gonna kick some booty! YEAH!!!!

“Message” posted by Bunnybyapril Saturday, January 9th, 2010

just wanted to say hi and what an ispiration you truly are to me. This time around i hope to be on the top like you were

“Message” posted by bonnie Friday, January 8th, 2010

Michele, thanks for the notes. This has been what I have been working on this week. Trusting myself and those helping me. I know those helping me have my best interest and what they are giving me will help. I still have some nutrition concerns but I'm an oddity in that area. Hope you have an awesome weekend.

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Friday, January 8th, 2010

Thanks so much...I really needed that! I hear so many things for everywhere and I need to put the trust in my trainers instead of listening to others. I think I've heard about 7 different comments about cardio... As far as burning the calories (fat) I can do that on the arc x 30 min as it works the H@@# out of my quads. I don't do this on my weight training days as it fatigues my legs too much! In 30 min, I burn over 600 cals working at 10 incline/75 resistance. The max is 10 incline/100 resistance. I am also working on setting up a cross training in my back acreage...hopefully the weather clears up a little! I've gotten a tractor tire, log, rope ladder, 50 lb sandbags, and 30 lb containers (for carrying).

“Message” posted by allmax24-7 Friday, January 8th, 2010

Im good just getting back into the swing of things I got the flu really bad so that killed me for 2 weeks, but feeling much better now. Wish you the best of luck with everything in 2010, have a great weekend. TTYS

“Message” posted by allmax24-7 Thursday, January 7th, 2010

Just stopping by to say hi, how was your Christmas/New years? Well havea great day.

“Message” posted by madelus Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

Thanks so much for ALL of your help! I am going to check out your site!!! I haven't been making errors in the sense of cheating at all... just getting used to my body and how much is just right for it and what kind of food is good for it every 2-3 hours... if you find the time, please check out my articles (that I post everyday... so far there are only two up) and critique away!!! Just flat out tell me whatever I am doing wrong... because I am just getting used to everything! Thanks! Your awesome!

“Message” posted by quiregirl Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

I loved watchihg your video. I can not wait to feel that awesome feeling you describe as complete and total wellness! I have a lot of weight to lose. I am just trying really hard to stay possitive. I have 3 small children and I work as a hairdressor which means I am on my fet all day. My biggest challenge is the eating just because I get so busy during the day it is hard to eat! I am taking each day and making it better than the one before. I am in this to win this! It is so motivating to see your story. Thanks for sharing!!!

“Message” posted by r1rider Monday, January 4th, 2010

Thanks for adding me Michele.

“Message” posted by mafuessel Sunday, January 3rd, 2010

I just want to thank you for helping me out at Max Muscle last week you are awsome and I find it to be helpfull to get on your page and read what you have to say you are a really awsome person inside and out you look amazing and I can't wait to get there. I still am not sure how to get my photos in my gallery and I'm also trying to figure out the best way for me to prepare my food for when I go to work. I think I might just get the next days stuff ready the night before. Again thank you and I can't wait to start showing progress I'm sure I will be contacting you with questions oh and by the way love that book I just started reading it today while I was at the gym

“Message” posted by tbravata Sunday, January 3rd, 2010

Thank you my friend for the wonderful words of encourgement. I see a vision of good things happening for me in the near future. I will not give up & I will persevere!!!

“Message” posted by madelus Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Hi Michele, thanks for adding me. You inspire me! Do you know of any good sites/books on meal planning? Thats my weak area... let me know if you find the time! Thanks and have a Happy New Year!

“Message” posted by jcs192 Friday, January 1st, 2010

I'm really glad I found you on here! I have similar philosophies about cutting the negatives out of your life and being around positive supportive people. Talk to you soon.

“Message” posted by william5905 Thursday, December 31st, 2009

Happy New Year! May it be the best yet!

“Message” posted by dakelly Wednesday, December 30th, 2009

Michele ~ Happy New Year to you and your family! Look forward to seeing you next year in the Winner's Circle!!!

“Message” posted by bonnie Sunday, December 27th, 2009

Thank you I am excited and can't wait to get started.

“Message” posted by sshollen Saturday, December 26th, 2009

Wanted to let you know you have been an inspiration! It has been very helpful to me to track your progress. It was amazing, and you look great!!

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Wednesday, December 23rd, 2009

I love the workout plan! Very sore but feeling great...the hot tub is my best friend everynight! Will get my 5s weights done on Saturday and will be ready to start the official 1st run of 15s on Monday! I'm also training with Brian (my trainer) on Tues & Thurs on isolated muscles. I've turned into a gym junkie...LOVE IT!

“Message” posted by bonnie Tuesday, December 22nd, 2009

michele, my info is enroute to you and mike this week. I look forward to any help I can get. I was feeling in over my head but I saw my first progress pictures and I am now in high gear. Broke a toe this week but that is just a hinderance not stopping me. Hope you both have awesome holiday.

“Message” posted by dakelly Friday, December 11th, 2009

I'm blessed if I have YOU as a fan! Thanks for the blog. Have a great weekend!

“Message” posted by allmax24-7 Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

That would be awesome to have you come down here, a lot of people would love that. We are selling a lot of QC stacks, I show them the before and after pics of the 3 of you, plus I have each of your stacks on the end caps in the store. Then explain the benefits of all our products. Were selling the stack as buy QC extreme and QC Advanced get the Night-Time free for the month of December! Please stay in touch and have a great Day.... 2TX is going to be awesome guys are really excited about it!!!!

“Message” posted by allmax24-7 Wednesday, December 9th, 2009

Hey whats up super star, just wanted to say Hi. You have helped so many people by what you have done, I think it awesome keep doing what you do. Have a great day tyys!