“Message” posted by dakelly Friday, July 16th, 2010

It was great talking to you today!! So happy we got to know each other. Glad you're able to resume working out and are happy at your job. Chat soon! ~Diana~

“Message” posted by pkweltz Thursday, July 15th, 2010

Congrats to all the finalist. I will be back next year. Had a rough road this year but made great gains. xoxo

“Message” posted by dorisw Tuesday, June 29th, 2010

Hey,
My final pictures and my story are up and posted. Check it out and if you haven’t voted yet please do!
Thanks for your support and inspiration.
~Doris

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Tuesday, May 25th, 2010

Hi Trish! Haven't seen you on her forever! How are you....you still in the game! I voted for ya anyways...cuz I think your amazing!

“Message” posted by dakelly Monday, March 22nd, 2010

Girl, what is going on?? Are you running outside still? I am hitting the trails too, it is so much better than the treadmill. I bet it's beautiful in Oregon to jog outside! How's the new job?

“Message” posted by Bunnybyapril Friday, March 5th, 2010

hey girl, i hear ya on the great weather, i am so tired of bundleing up at 5 to go for my runs. I am ready for the days where the sun is up and its warm out, and i am reminding myself that i am doing this at 5 am before it gets to hot. LOL Your photo gallery is looking good, keep up the great work and stay in touch. Love to hear from you.
Hit it hard or not at all . . . .

“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 miracleman Friday, February 26th, 2010

Hi there! I have something that might be of interest...check out my article titled, "What Have Been Your Trials? Keys To Overcoming Odds?" It's nice to hear other people's stories, challenges, how their overcoming those challenges, and I'd like you to share also. I shared some of mine to start things off.

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

Hey Trish.. good seeing you at the fights! You looked great.. just keep plugging away.
Dominic

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

Hi Trisha, I just posted my "End of Month 2" progress article and pics. Month 2 certainly brought some challenges: strained shoulder (no chest for 1.5 weeks), strained neck, and foot strain. All of that was with the regular challenges any working professional goes through. Well, I am headed into month 3 which, essentially is my final month because for months 4 - 6 I will be focused on adding muscle and won't post again until right before the contest ends. I've broken down the contest into two parts: 1) get lean and 2) gain muscle and stay lean. So the first 12 weeks (3 months) are most important for me and is essentially my contest time frame. Gaining muscle is a very long and slow process, so the difference between month 3 and 6, in terms of muscle mass won't be very drastic. Let me know when you post your updated pics. Don't forget the newspaper in each pic, which acts like a date stamp. Some people are forgetting to continue with their newspaper date stamp in their progress pics. Your month 1 progress looks great!

“Message” posted by coordinator Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Oh yes...the boxing is now addicting....seriously...LOL Great to hear from you today!

“Message” posted by coordinator Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

I am glad to hear from you...Things have been pretty crazy my way as well! Work is picking up due to wedding season approaching. My work outs have really been amped up. Boxing now and I LOVE IT! Using muscles I had no idea were even there! My trainer is a Godsend. She really mixes things up for total muscle confusion. My main issue lately is making sure I even eat and drink water!! I posted 4 week pics. I am excited to see change. I feel great even though life has certainly thrown me a curve ball. Hang in there hon. Talk with you sooooon....*Jane*

“Message” posted by dakelly Saturday, February 13th, 2010

Girlfriend ~ where are you???? I imagine the new job is keeping you super busy. Hope you are doing well and think about you and your progress.

“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 coordinator Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Things here have been great...Lost 3 more this week. Total of 8 now as week 3 is officially overrrrrr...LOL A lot going on with work, kids and such. Spent time with my Gram after my work out this morning. She saw me and was like "You've lost weight"! I smiled...LOVE LOVE my 88 yr old gram who is legally blind... :) and she could still tell. Gotta love it! I hope work is going well for you. I know about that commute. But you can do it lady! I need to go get some more max gourmet tomorrow....*Jane*

“Message” posted by dakelly Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Ah, I thought RAWR was that competition Toni was getting ready for (chagrin)! Saturday night is fine, no plans except working out!!

“Message” posted by dakelly Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Hope you got my text, call me in the evenings, best time. Remember to tell me about what your status is about, RAWR?

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

Hey girl, I'm watching Biggest Loser right now while answering some blogs! Great job with MM benefits, huh?? Good for you! I just met a MM neighbor tonight, I gave her a 30 day pass to my gym and we're planning on getting together for some workouts so I'm pretty pumped about that! I gave you a shout out in my last article, I really needed you to ask me if I was really following the nutrition plan - I must not have been!!! How is your nutrition plan going? Any good recipes??

“Message” posted by dakelly Sunday, January 31st, 2010

How are you feeling? We had an aunt pass away on hubby's side of family so been extremely busy with this.. and that.

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

Thank you, Trisha. Feeling much better. Back in the gym tomorrow. I worked with Avamere and did onsite patient assessments for admission and was in and out of Beaverton too. All over Portland down to Eugene. It was a grind. I do miss it at times though. The patients really. Feel better!! Oh, and you're a sweetheart for offering to help..I appreciate that. Really...xoxoxo If YOU need anything, just text me. OK?

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

Let me know as soon as you do hear! Sorry you're feeling sick. Thanks for the words on the abs. I went to MM today and he told me to stay the course, my mid section is having the most difficult time. Sun is my 8 week update, complete with photos! My measurements, weight, and bf% were measured today, officially, and I'm pumped to put them up. Can't wait til Sunday!! May do them tonight.

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

Sorry to see you have a sore throat. I am out of the gym yesterday and today as well. I wrote an article about why today. Anyhooo, feel better soon and GET THAT JOB!! They will hire you....I really liked working in the hospital. The new addition is fantastic!! Hope to hear from you soon...xoxoxo

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

Well???? I'm thinking of you! I hope it went well, if not - their loss!!!! You need to tell me how you got your stomach so flat. My 8 week photos are this weekend, my belly is gross!!!!!!! HUGS back at ya.

“Message” posted by dakelly Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Whoops, forgot to tell you I am not using DeFine as often since I've added FBX and Xtinguisher. I love it pre-workout and DeFine would be too much caffeine. Maybe, maybe not. I don't seem to have much problem sleeping! What about you?

“Message” posted by dakelly Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Yep, I'm supposed to get my BF tested Thursday. But my regular guy left to take a job somewhere else so the head honcho is supposed to be in... he doesn't answer my emails or posts so I'm a little worried. Good luck and seeing definition is what I'm proud of too!! AND GOOD LUCK tomorrow!

“Message” posted by coordinator Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

Happy Tuesday girl!!

“Message” posted by PFunk Tuesday, January 26th, 2010

STILL

January 26, 2010

STILL COMING OUT
FROM HIDING FROM THE WEIGHT I'VE HAD ON FOR YEARS
Which makes sense because I'M PUNISHING Me - Get more muscle in my legs, arms, and get a great 6- pack stomach!
I NEED MORE CARDIO
I sat in the sauna to sweat out a "headcold".
I have my ankle wrapped for support,
it's been twisted and pushed.
Must stay focused. I want to give up, and I cannot.
Everything inside of me screams, wait. Stop! I must not stop, I cannot stop.
My heart, it's been "broken" too much, and this to give up would hurt too.
When I started MaxFormation there was an engagement extended to me. That was pulled due to outside "interference".
I have lost my dad to heart condition.
I have lost a dear friend to heart attack.
I have lost a sister to a heart challenge.
Loss of environment where having that "place" to stay is now "homeless shelter".
Companionship of my chihuahua, Pepper, he's with friends now. As I cannot have pet at shelter.
Loss after loss. Enough is enough.
Where is the stop point to which AM responsible to say, "the buck stops" here.
Everything in my "backpack" that isn't supposed to be there, is removed. I AM going to CLIMB this mountain. I AM going to fulfill my duration of requirements daily.
When you rock climb or go up a mountain, keep 3 points on the rock at all times.
Determination may speak. It is within my heart of choice to not quit.
Until my next article, I will be busy in schedule.
Where is all of this taking me? To a better - healthier- me!

“Message” posted by dakelly Monday, January 25th, 2010

Hi Trisha - Finally finally finally am getting the scale to move!!! Am excited. I incorporated what you told me to do nutrition wise, and switched up my supplements and YEA!!!! How are you doing??

“Message” posted by coordinator Friday, January 22nd, 2010

Didn't get to Jake yesterday..Went today but they were closed and not opened till eleven and I had to get to the gym...AND work...Oh my!!

“Message” posted by pkweltz Friday, January 22nd, 2010

I drink 8...8.5 bottles of water a day. :)

“Message” posted by PFunk Friday, January 22nd, 2010

water, water, water, drink water!

“Message” posted by coordinator Friday, January 22nd, 2010

I am a wedding coordinator in Lake Oswego/Portland. I'm helping with the opening of a new Italian restaurant in Dallas. (My home town). I also run the Dallas Event Center. Wedding season will be upon me soon, that is another reason I want to lose this weight. Looking good for my job is important for me, as I meet so many people every year....And eat the food, and cake, and candy and I could go on and on...LOL And I have been overweight for years. I also bake specialty cakes, cookies and cupcakes. I am simply glad I have no desire for sweets anymore. I burned myself out on that crap. :) I have never been a huge fan of pasta, so I am safe at the restaurant! I plan ahead and pack all food I take in now if away from home. Are you busy Sunday??? xoxo

“Message” posted by dakelly Friday, January 22nd, 2010

Ah well, sorry about your not meeting the 160 weight. How tall are you? I have been stuck in the 170s after such a promising start, but I'm really believing I'm making progress regardless! I'm crossing my fingers my scale will be below 170 sometime in the next few days. This is my first full week of getting up at 5:30am and doing cardio and counting calories, so I better see some damn results!!!!!!! Heehee. I do take Wednesday off as my rest day and I really need it. I hope to try your pancake recipe this weekend! I've been doing good with the steel cut oats and adding the protein powder. What else are you eating?

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

Hey! Love the new pics. And a second interview? Congrats, you are on your way. I will be pulling for you chica!! What's that about your weigh in that you're miffed? We have to have another phone call this weekend to keep in touch. You really set me on track by telling me to follow my nutrition plan to the letter!!!!!!

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

:) you're a sweetie...I cannot wait to get together. I am on my way out the door to work. I really want a NAP! So tired today! Another 5 hours of running around. More cardio! LOL Chat soon. I so hope you get the job...xoxoxo

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

Congrats!!! Way to go Trisha! Great pics too!! Don't be miffed about the scale! Ignore it. My trainer says our bodies fluctuate SO much during this, that you cannot go by pounds lost. THINK of how you FEEL! I do not even worry about loss. I am focused on the healthy food and work outs. I also FEEL better! Today I am down 2 pounds and thrilled as I was thinking I lost maybe one! xoxoxoxo *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

HELLLLLLOOOO!!! LOL :) I read you had an interview!! WOO HOO! Let me know what happens, ok? I am going in to rattle Jakes brain after my weigh in and work out today. He is hilarious! I need some vitamins also...xo *Jane*

“Message” posted by piney50 Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Trisha thanks for the info. I will go in and see if i am doing it right. I weighed in today at 275 down from 289. I am pretty excited and motivated. I need to get pictures on ASAP. Got to find the camera.....see if it takes wide lens pics lol. Keep it up and stay motivated!

“Message” posted by dakelly Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Can it work already? My scale was already down 2 pounds. Believe me, I am drinking my water!! At least a gallon a day. I go to the bathroom SEVERAL times at night! Feeling good, we're going out tonight to a restaurant where I know I love their Pollock (I think that's what it is). What about you? What do you mean they cut your hours back at the gym?? Did you work there? I am heading for my nap now, I'm making my day off COUNT!!!

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

What does it take to be NUMBER ONE!
I love football! My longest punt, 42 yards. Ok, so I follow what sayings are out there for inspiration, truth, etc.! There are many “descriptions” am sure of what it takes to be “number one”! But, what “DOES” it take? Here is from Vince L.
COMMITMENT : since “Winning is not a sometime thing, it is an all the time thing. You don’t do things right once in a while…you do them right all the time.”
This “MaxFormation” for me is for a lifestyle change into a healthy presentation and more of me to commit towards the goals ahead in my life, as I come to learn to open my life up.
(did you get it – did you see “the Biggest Looser” last night)! “This week the roles were reversed at the Ranch.
Before joining The Biggest Loser most of the contestants had never even attempted to work out on their own.
At the Ranch they depend on Bob and me to teach them how to lose weight. But how well were they learning?
Could the students become the teachers?” (Who's Got the Power?)( Emotions Run Deep was clearly upset by this week's twist.
Bob kept pushing her to tell him the reason why, but she refused to show any emotion or to express herself.
Jillian finally decided to step in to try to get her to open up, pushed her to explain how she felt about her 9-year-old daughter, back at home, having her same habits as her and her grandmother (Migdalia's mom, the Green Team's Miggy) and growing up to be overweight too. Instead of giving me answers about why she was doing this, she gave up and walked out.
After some pleading from Miggy and Bob, Migdalia decided not to quit. Later on, Miggy talked with Migdalia some more. She's glad her daughter does recognize she need helps and in time will be willing to get it.
(Knowledge Is Power)( Unraveling the Problem)( Did They Teach Them Enough?)
TRUTH: “Truth is knowing that your character is shaped by your every day choices.”
EXCELLENCE TO RESULTS: “Winning is not everything – but making the effort to win is.”
PASSION: “There’s only one way to succeed in anything, and that is to give it everything. I do, and I demand my players do.” Vince L.
HABIT: “The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather in a LACK OF WILL.”
MENTAL TOUGHNESS: “If you’re lucky enough to find a PERSON with a lot of head and a lot of heart, he’s never going to come off the field second.”
DISCIPLINE: It’s in a SIMPLE TRUTH…a GIFT OF INSPIRATION! www.simpletruths.com
DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

“Message” posted by coordinator Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Hey girlie!! I meet with Jill Mon, Tues and Thurs. I do cardio on my other days as well as core and stretching. My work days are Thurs-Sat and I am literally running around the restaurant straight for 5 hours. Another great sourse of exercise this has proven to be! I will let you know when I can meet up, I am staring another job with the event center in Dallas, so I am pretty tied up now that wedding season is approaching. I would LOVE to get together thought soon. Chat at ya soon...

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

Totally took your advice and am following my nutrition plan 100%. I was guesstimating calories before, now I'm looking at labels. Cutting down on carbs too. We'll see!! When do you think you'll hear back about your interview? I'm sure you did AMAZING!!

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

THE JOURNEY Of My STACK

January 19, 2010

When ever there is a way to describe the elements of being in a position. Where does one pull from, the places of their heart, the tools of new learning! To attend the value for which their facing?
Tools, and keys, placement of finding and applying such workings to go the journey and beyond.
My elements, my tools. Learning and applying consistent good nutrition has come from Max Muscle and the Max Formation.
My "stack" is like a great "clothing" designer. Personally designed for greatness!
where others search their stack out. It is personally designed for one's body and goals and life style.
So, whom is your tailor?
Mine is Max Muscle!

“Message” posted by coordinator Monday, January 18th, 2010

Happy Monday Sweet Pea!! I hope you were able to get al the bugs out of ya!! :) Text me if you would like. I will be at the gym from 930-1030, but avail after!!

“Message” posted by dakelly Sunday, January 17th, 2010

Just wanted to say good luck tomorrow! It was nice talking to you over the weekend. Have a great day tomorrow.

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

I hope you feel better soon....

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

Thanks for the Conan quote, for that is a personal favorite of mine too. Your recipes seem divine, but my diet isn't quite that flexible. I will try those once I've reached my goal. I appreciate the recipe postings though. Keep it up and thanks again.

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

WOW! I just looked through your pics and you lost A LOT prior to staring the challenge!! Way to go woman!!! You look great already!!!

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

My pics I took last eve will not post. I keep getting a "fatal error" message. Now I guess I need new ones if the paper has to be in all.....Let me know?