“Message” posted by quiregirl Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

Hey everyone! Things are going well. Had some minor set backs. My knees are giving me fits. But hey, this too shall pass. I am just hangin in there. I am feeling real strong and loving it! Hope everyone is rockin and rollin! Keep up the good work. By the way....I am STILL loving Brundage BootCamp!!!!

“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 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 dominic Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Hey Tonya... hope things are going good... drop me a line if you need help!
Dominic

“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 quiregirl Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Good to feel normal again. It was a little hard to get into the swing of things again after the ear infection, but I am back to feeling awesome! I am so enjoying the bootcamp that I joined! It is amazing and fun and HARD work.....but so worth it! I encourage everyone to get involved in some kind of exercise that involves accountability. It is the motivation from the team that keeps you going when you are ready to give up! One of the BEST exercise choices I have made thus far!

“Message” posted by quiregirl Monday, February 1st, 2010

Well I am back! Man I thought I was gonna die! I have been SUFFERING with a middle ear infection. I have Never been in so much pain in my life. I pray that no one ever has to go through it. I believe I got it it from water getting in my ear when I went and did the tank for acurate body fat reading. So to anyone wanting to go and get dunked.....WEAR EAR PLUGS!!!!!! Anyway, I am back in the saddle. Went to bootcamp this morning. It rocked! I have a litte ground to regain since I spent almost 9 days being drugged out to te max and in bed. But hey, life happens. We just got to keep moving forward! Glad to be back!

“Message” posted by dakelly Saturday, January 30th, 2010

Hey there! Are you feeling better yet? That bootcamp sounded great, now you're sick? Don't let it get the best of you. Start right back up where you left off.

“Message” posted by quiregirl Sunday, January 24th, 2010

Middle Ear infections suck!!! This is so much worse than child birth!!!

“Message” posted by sgreene Saturday, January 23rd, 2010

your welcome. Best of luck to you. Remember first 30 days is the hardest, stick with it and don't give up!

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

Boot camp was amazing. Exactly what I needed! It is such a great feeling to be surrounded with people who care and want to see you succeed! Best decision I have ever made or at least in a long time!!!

“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

well?????? How was boot camp Lady???

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

Great attitude about boot camp lady!!! You CAN do it! Don't let that ear hold ya back...I know you won't!! xo *Jane*

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

I will be up at 4 am and heading to Boot Camp in the morning. I am very excited to be there. Two nights ago I wound up with a horrible ear infection. I can't get i n to the Doc until tomorrow after boot camp. So I am praying to make it through in the morning with my first day. Nothing will stop me from going. NOTHING!!!

“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 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 quiregirl Monday, January 18th, 2010

NEVER GIVE UP!!

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

I just wanted to thank Larry Wilcox for coming to the gym yesterday and speaking about nutrition. I think it was a BIG ah-ha moment for alot of folks! So many people think they are fat because they over eat. That is true for some, but for for most it is the fact that they let their bodies get into starvation mode and they hold on to everything! I LOVE seeing peole get a break through when it comes to health and wellness. I am so excited to get myself where I need to be so I can focus on helping others with their weight loss journey as well!

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

"Life rewards action, not intention or insight."
"You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't how
hard you hit; it's about how hard you can get hit, and keep moving
forward. How much you can take, and keep moving forward. That's how
winning is done. Now, if you know what you're worth, then go out and
get what you're worth."
~Rocky Balboa~

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

Hey girl! ROCK IT! Glad you and I are now friends. I so look forward to getting to know you! *Jane*

“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 allmax24-7 Monday, January 11th, 2010

Your welcome love the attitude, keep kicking butt can see a big change in the pictures. Have a great week!!!!

“Message” posted by quiregirl Sunday, January 10th, 2010

I had a moment of freak out...it is over and I am back on track. Reading everyones blogs and looking at pictures of others journeys is what I needed. I guess it is all part of the process. Learning to deal with the little voice in your head that tells you that you can not do this. I just need to scream a little louder, "OH YES I CAN!"

“Message” posted by quiregirl Sunday, January 10th, 2010

Oh dear mind of mine, quit the negativity. Only focus on those things that are positive and worthy of thinking about. God give me peace and strength that surpasses all!

“Message” posted by TWarr69 Sunday, January 10th, 2010

HaHa...there is soooo much to learn and I learn more each and everyday! Best Wishes!

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

This is an amazing journey! Whoulda thought there would be so much to learn! And I thought I knew EVERYTHING!!! Ha ha.....NOT!!!

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

So excited to see my body fat go down!!!!

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

Even Eagles Need A Push
THE PUSH
The eagle gently coaxed her offspring toward the edge of the nest. Her heart quivered with conflicting emotions as she felt their resistance to her persistent nudging. “WHY does the thrill of soaring have to begin with the fear of falling?” she thought. This ageless question was still unanswered for her. As in the tradition of the species, her nest was located high upon the shelf of a sheer rock face.
Below there was nothing but air to support the wings of each child. “Is it possible that this time it will not work?” she thought. Despite her fears the eagle knew it was time. Her parental mission was all but complete.
There remained one final task… The eagle drew courage from an innate wisdom. Until her children discovered their wings, there was no purpose for their lives. Until they learned how to soar,
They would fail to understand the privilege it was to have been born an eagle. THE PUSH was the greatest gift she had to offer. It was her supreme act of love. And so, one by one she PUSHED them…and they FLEW. THE PUSH sometimes we need it…Sometimes we need to give it…It can be the greatest gift you ever give It will change a life forever. www.simpletruths.com

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

get "tunnel vision" girl....a lot of people will have a lot of advice. choose your path of education and don't listen to anyone else. this is your journey. this is your time. get tough skin and plow forward. you can do this!

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

Can one imagine just how many minutes we each go through so equally in a year!
1 year = 525 948.766 minutes
(not unless a leap year)
Break these minutes down and see how many minutes are from December to June!
From a new year coming 2010 and to June!
Aspire to new heights and look beyond the stars to aim higher!
I want to really begin a Journal; my journey!
Where is this going to take me? Like the photo of the creek. Where it ebbs and flows to it's place amongs't the creek side's. To the river's, to the ocean!
Keep my goals in front and find my foot steps following the way to the goals I've written out!
If the minutes were dollars, then how would you invest them?

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

HI! Thanks for having me as a friend! This is going to be a great journey, with participation from your selected tools from this great site of many support systems. :)

“Message” posted by luvn40 Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

Tonya welcome aboard and best of luck...beautiful smile and kids too. Happy New Year!

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

Hi Tonya, thanks for adding me. Great job in getting started and having your pics up... That was so hard for me! Let me know how your doing!

“Message” posted by bluchel1@msn.com Saturday, January 2nd, 2010

The cardio split does wonders for weight loss. Cardio is a fat burner but remember you need to do strength training with it...more muscle burns fat.

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

Congrats on your weight loss. Keep it up.

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

Finally!!!! The scale is moving down!!! Woot woot! I am thrilled. I was geting discouraged. I know that this is a process. I have been trying so hard to just trust in it. For some reason, my body just gains muscle really easy. I guess in the long run this will be a really good thing. But at first it is pretty scary to not see movement in the scale. So today I am doing a victory dance for making it through the first little milestone. Now for the running shoes. I am gonna head out for a jog/walk!

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

Tonya, I was worried about the scale not moving much either, but I lost almost 4% bodyfat so I'm building muscle. Hopefully Toni will have more insight for you. About the pics, are you getting the message that your image is too big? I had to experiment with different pics to get some posted. There is a way to reduce them, but I don't know it. Maybe post an article looking for help so everyone can see? Happy New Year!

“Message” posted by TWarr69 Friday, January 1st, 2010

What are your eating habits?

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

I feel change in the air! 2010 is gonna be amazing!

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

Wishing everyone a great New Year full of health and happiness! LOVES AND LUNGES

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

Why can I not post a profile picture???? It will not work............mmmmmmmmmmmmm!!!!!!

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

My "egg thing" now that I re-read it! I just LOL :)

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

Why am I not a morning person? I really want to be. I just never feel like I get good rest at night, therefore my mornings are awful. I literally feel sick in the mornings. This really puts a damper on me wanting to add more cardio to my day by doing 30 minutes in the morning before I eat. Anyone have any thoughts??? I could use a little help here.

“Message” posted by PFunk Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

"Dreams are whispers from the soul
finding your purpose and passion in life
far away there in the sunshine are my
highest aspirations.
I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them,
and follow where they may lead."
-Louisa May Alcott
Our dreams are very personal, but...
Carl Sandburg said it best..."Nothing
happens...
But first a dream."
What is your dream? From me to you I ask?
http://www.thedreamsmovie.com/

“Message” posted by PFunk Tuesday, December 29th, 2009

WELCOME TO MAXFORMATION!

“Message” posted by PFunk Monday, December 28th, 2009

At 211 degrees, water is hot.
At 212 degrees, it boils.
And with boiling water, comes steam.
And steam can power a locomotive.
One extra degree...
makes all the difference.
And, the one extra degree of effort in business and in life...separates
the good from the great!
The average margin of victory for the last 25 years in all major tournaments combined was less than three strokes.
The margin for victory between an Olympic Gold Medal and no medal at all is extremely small.
In the 2004 Mens 800m race
the margin of victory was .71 seconds.
At the Indy 500...The average margin for victory for the past 10 years has been 1.54 seconds.
On average the winner took home $1,278,813
the second place prize was $621,321
a difference of $657,492
It's your life.
You are responsible for the results.
It's time to...turn up the heat.
To get what we've never had
we must do
what we've never done
212(degree) (attitude)
The only thing that stands between a person and what they want in life is the will to try it and the faith to believe it possible.
212 (degree) (kindness)
It is one of the most beautiful compensations in life...
we can never help another without helping ourselves. (Ralph Waldo Emerson).
212 (degree) (belief)
Belief fuels enthusiasm, and enthusiasm explodes into passion. It fires our souls and lifts our spirits.
212(degree) (focus)
Having a simple, clearly defined goal can capture the imagination and inspire passion. It can cut through the fog like a beacon in the night.
212(degree) (perseverance)
Perseverance is not a long race: It is many short races, one after another. Walter Elliot
You are now aware
You now have a target for everything you do...

I always find those "tid bits" of information! Those little pieces of either inspired words or notations for doing the simple disciplined hard things which create huge rewards and beyond. Where goals change to keep up and to create such a foundation inside a person's character. It is special and a blessing, as these element's are what winner's are made of. Watch them, study them, every mini movement. Nothing is wasted. Nothing is more real than their present focused on goal. Like a lion on prey. Such intensity of hearing that you couldn't get near a horse within a country mile as they're so keen on their surroundings and so focused on that which is at hand. Not side tracked, not doing anything but eating clean. Pushing and then that little bit more.

“Message” posted by PFunk Monday, December 28th, 2009

Somewhere in aspiration is determination. Where are you?
Where are you going?

“Message” posted by PFunk Monday, December 28th, 2009

Thanks for asking me to be a friend!

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

Great to finally meet you! If you ever need any extra advice.. never hesitate to stop in or drop me a line. Tell little Tami Ough we say hello!
Dominic