JessFit Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Hello my darling nerds! I started a new job in February that is very demanding, I used to nerd at work at the old job but sticking with checking in during the challenges has gotten harder since the new job. It has been sad, but I miss everyone here to much not to keep coming back. This challenge consistency is the key. Goal 1: I have fantastic programming that I haven't been sticking with. So from here on out, 3 workouts a week sticking to the numbers laid out in my programming. Starting strength like a boss. Goal 2: Tracking protein and getting at least 140 grams 4x a week. Goal 3: No credit card use or saving use (excepting legitimate emergencies, which are why we have these things) Goal 4: Log on to NF, via a real computer, at least 3x a week for the whole challenge Extra goals: getting a place set up to volunteer teach yoga for my cert, getting my online shop logo and website designed and tax ID # as well as assumed name taken care of. Thank you all for your support and smiles, this place holds a very special place in my heart and you are all great people. 1 Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
Wufkar Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Oh hai there. Is the new job enjoyable? Current Challenge: Wufkar Stops Making Excuses ------------------------------------------------------ Link to comment
Jittersthe.Clown Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Level 2 Warforged Druid STR: 2, DEX: 1, STA: 3, CON: 3, WIS: 2, CHA: 3 "If these people tell this story to their children as they sleep; then maybe someday they'll see a hero is just a man who knows he is free." Good night and joy be to you all ~Jitters The. Clown Current Challange: New Challenges Ahead! Battle Log: Clowning around daily Past Challenges: Leveling Up PvP Jump Rope Boss Continue? System Failure Systems Online Calling Rush Confirm Reset Select World Select Difficulty, Select Character, Repairs, Press Start, First Timer, Jump Rope PVP Challenge Link to comment
starpuck Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 OMG Love this. Love this. Stealing it. Also very glad you are going to try and check in despite new job that makes it harder to do so. (Honest to god, my internet freedoms at my current job are such a large perk to me that I'd have to be offered substantially more elsewhere to give them up!) Good goals lady! I still want to hit you up for yoga-ness or something at some point! Level 82 ~*~ Ranger Deviant Art Gallery || YouTube Channel Current Challenge "It is difficult. All things worth keeping are." Thane Krios - Mass Effect 2 "Maybe it's not as simple as you imagined, Seeker." Varric Tethras Dragon Age 2 "Staying within your limits is no fun, Ryder." Vetra Nyx - ME: Andromeda Spoiler ::PAST CHALLENGES:: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41 | 42 43 | 44 | NEIN | 45 | 46 | 47 | 48| 49 | 50 | 51 | 52 | 53 | 54 | 55 | 56 | 57 | 58 | 59 | 60 | 61 62 | 63 | 64 | 65 | 66 | 67 | 68 | 69 | 70 | 71 | 72 | 73 | 74 | 75 | 76 | 77 | 77.5 | 78 | 79 | 80 | 81 82 | 83 | 84 | 85 | 86 | 87 | 88 | 89 | 90 | 91 | 92 | 93 | 94 | 95 | 96 | 97 | 98 | 99 | 100 Link to comment
AlexCold Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Love it! Consistency is probably the thing I preach most right next to lifting more. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
maigrey Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Checking in with a fellow chicagolander Battle Log of AwesomeCurrent Challenge: maigrey goes MAD ..isonPrevious Challenges: 1, 2, 3, 4(ish), 5(ish), 6(ish), 7(ish), 8(ish) Link to comment
maigrey Posted September 15, 2014 Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 Stupid double posts. Heyyyy. Battle Log of AwesomeCurrent Challenge: maigrey goes MAD ..isonPrevious Challenges: 1, 2, 3, 4(ish), 5(ish), 6(ish), 7(ish), 8(ish) Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2014 New job is a good job, just minimal interwebs time. New job is also throwing my consistency. I used to get out of work at 1 or 3 and I drove so I could gym early.Now I work 9-5 and use public transport so I don't get home til 6:30 and then to gym I have to go back out :/ so it's not as regular because is just so inconvenient and sometimes when you get home things go crazy and get demanding and you don't always get to go back out. Or else I work late and then it's too late to lift or I won't sleep. Silly schedule. Maigrey! Hi chi buddy! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2014 Day 1 was good, tracked my protein and got enough. That's all I have to report. Have a great Tuesday! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Day 2: good on protein, went to the gym after a super extra busy day at work. Due to super extra busy day I didn't get to eat very much and skipped lunch all together. Therefore I missed most of my lifts my body is very dependent on sleep and food I guess, how silly is that? Question: does anyone have a good tasting beef jerky to recommend? Also, any other great ways to get protein in? I feel like I'm eating a lot and still falling short. Maybe next paycheck I will buy a protein powder cook book. Since yesterday all of this awsome was delivered to my house Btw optimum nutrition's new cinnamon graham cracker flavored whey is amazing!Other question: has anyone tried oil pulling? My allergies are getting worse and they say it helps with that along with a host of other issues so I tried it for the first time this morning. When I thought about I I wanted to gag, when I wasn't thinking about it and just getting ready it was very soothing. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
Jittersthe.Clown Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Find a good butcher. They will usually have the best jerky. Usually more expensive than the pre-bagged stuff in the stores, but very tasty. Level 2 Warforged Druid STR: 2, DEX: 1, STA: 3, CON: 3, WIS: 2, CHA: 3 "If these people tell this story to their children as they sleep; then maybe someday they'll see a hero is just a man who knows he is free." Good night and joy be to you all ~Jitters The. Clown Current Challange: New Challenges Ahead! Battle Log: Clowning around daily Past Challenges: Leveling Up PvP Jump Rope Boss Continue? System Failure Systems Online Calling Rush Confirm Reset Select World Select Difficulty, Select Character, Repairs, Press Start, First Timer, Jump Rope PVP Challenge Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Ok, how about a brand or flavor that doesn't come from a butcher? Because I live on the south side of Chicago and I don't exactly trust butchers around here... Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
AlexCold Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Day 2: good on protein, went to the gym after a super extra busy day at work. Due to super extra busy day I didn't get to eat very much and skipped lunch all together. Therefore I missed most of my lifts my body is very dependent on sleep and food I guess, how silly is that?Question: does anyone have a good tasting beef jerky to recommend? Also, any other great ways to get protein in? I feel like I'm eating a lot and still falling short. Maybe next paycheck I will buy a protein powder cook book. Jack Links Turkey Jerky is pretty darn good. And it's affordable, and does have a ton of sugar added like most brands. It's my go to on store bought. As for protein intake, these are my suggestions.1). Spread it out. It really sucks trying to eat 80g of protein or more in one sitting. Not to mention studies show that you aren't able to maximize the use of that protein during that time. 60g is about as high as you want to go at one time. My suggestions are: A) a protein shake with two scoops, that's at least 40g right there. Eat your breakfast. Make sure to get 20-40g here. C). Greek Yogurt 11-13g per 100g serving. 2). Baking with protein is tough. Doable, but I've found you don't get as much as you would think. I prefer to drink extra protein needs because it's easy. I think protein pancakes made mainly with protein powder and egg whites are the only baking thing I'd do. I tried doing brownies this weekend. I'm only getting 6g out of a 240cal serving. NOT worth it. 3). Eggs are awesome. See my MFP, as I currently bumped it up calorically to maintenance numbers (hopefully) and I'm shooting for 184g per week. Should give you an idea of how to get to 140g. As for Optimum Nutrition, I really like their Natural Whey protein. It's very nearly the perfect protein. I order through TrueNutrition now do make custom blends. Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 17, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Eggs are awsome! Eggs and Greek yogurt are a large part of my daily breakfast. I'm also relying on 2, 2 scoop protein shakes a day and sometimes Falling short of my Goal only because it seems like to get 140g of Protein means sacrificing every other food group.I've never done protein pancakes although I do mix it in to oatmeal, and I will check out that jerky. Thanks so much Alex! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 Ok so mon, tues, wed. Nailed the protein. Thursday had a bit of an emotional roller coaster and fell 30 grams short gonna kick Friday in the tushy though! Had a headache last night and slept instead of gym, will do that tonight. I love the gym on Fridays because all the douches are busy being douchy at the bar and the gym is empty. Logged on to NF from a real computer twice, and had nothing to add since I had covered it on my phone already. Although this weekend I'm going to spend some time finding the challenges of people I used to stalk, I mean, encourage.Also doing pretty solid on the $ front. Transferred a couple of dollars out of savings, but I won't let that happen again! Have a great weekend all! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
AlexCold Posted September 20, 2014 Report Share Posted September 20, 2014 Way to go! If there's one thing I know its how to get protein in my diet. I've found the same thing. Friday afternoon/evenings the gym is usually empty!Sent from my Nexus 10 using Tapatalk Pinterest: Alex's Paleo Wins - Recipes on Pinterest Instagram: alexcold23 MFP: dalex916 Link to comment
trendywendypdx Posted September 22, 2014 Report Share Posted September 22, 2014 How about making some egg dishes, like the egg muffins or mini-frittatas? These buffalo chicken ones are ridiculously good. Plus, you have extra protein from the chicken and they keep for a week in the fridge if you make a big batch. Tuna + hard boiled eggs are great. Tuna packets are easy to find, as is salmon these days. Or perhaps make up a batch of mini-sliders from ground beef and take those along? I make my own jerky since it's too hard to find stuff without a ton of sugar and soy. You can make it slow and low in the oven. This is a good recipe. level 6 ranger Current Challenge Fifth | Fourth | Third | Second | First Battle Log Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2014 I may have to try those buffalo chicken ones. I usually make egg cups for breakfast, cook them on Sunday and eat them all week!This weekend I was in a dodgeball tournament. I think I did pretty good considering I haven't played dodgeball since about the 3rd grade. Yesterday lifted and it was awful. Missed every singleLift but I'm doing good on the monies right now and the keeping involved on NF. I'm going to be out of town the next two weekends so here is to hoping that I can stay ok with monies and workouts.Also, got my protein yesterday! Yay Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
trendywendypdx Posted September 24, 2014 Report Share Posted September 24, 2014 I haven't played dodgeball in forever! Sounds like fun!! Hooray for you meeting your protein goal. Get it, girl!! level 6 ranger Current Challenge Fifth | Fourth | Third | Second | First Battle Log Link to comment
maigrey Posted September 24, 2014 Report Share Posted September 24, 2014 Hooray for getting your protein in. And don't beat yourself up on the lifts: at least you lifted, which is better than a lot of folks! Battle Log of AwesomeCurrent Challenge: maigrey goes MAD ..isonPrevious Challenges: 1, 2, 3, 4(ish), 5(ish), 6(ish), 7(ish), 8(ish) Link to comment
JenniferStark Posted September 24, 2014 Report Share Posted September 24, 2014 Good job on the money goal. I always find that when I declare to the universe that I'm saving money, 100 awesome things parade before my eyes tempting me to buy them. Warning: Stupid question incoming! What do you mean by 'missed' your lifts? Sorted Hufflepuff, Self Proclaimed Stark, Lover of LEGOS Love the stuff you love, and pursue your passions without fear or regret. Weekly Battle Log Here: Silver Sword Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 25, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 25, 2014 Jenn, 100 awesome things are flaunting themselves but I'm learning self control, or somethingI wasn't able to lift as much as I planned to or for as many times as planned. It's sad when that happens Thanks everyone! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 29, 2014 Week to:Went out of town to visit lol bro at college. Ate "college" food, slept on a college schedule, and spent monies on him because he is in college and has no monies to spend. Therefore week recap:Fail at all goals On to week 3 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
Wufkar Posted September 30, 2014 Report Share Posted September 30, 2014 Week to:Went out of town to visit lol bro at college. Ate "college" food, slept on a college schedule, and spent monies on him because he is in college and has no monies to spend. Therefore week recap:Fail at all goals Succeeded at prioritizingOn to week 3Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Current Challenge: Wufkar Stops Making Excuses ------------------------------------------------------ Link to comment
JessFit Posted September 30, 2014 Author Report Share Posted September 30, 2014 Thanks Wuf, the lil bro is a total priority. Got my brand spankin new best belts weightlifting belt yesterday! Lifts were odd wearing it but it's going to be a great thing! It got delivered to work and I pranced around work in it, no joke So Purdy darn excited to head back to the gym tomorrow Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Warrior, Ravenclaw, book lover, history nerd, Red Sonja wannabe Current Challenge Battle Log Link to comment
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