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Let me recite this in more depth so that you can understand.... the space that your fat is occupying..fat cells, will empty. The space..no longer fatty but muscular, weight training is good for you. Turn the fat (space) into muscle. **EDITED/ADDED FROM HERE ON***I never said I would not lose much weight with weight training, I said weight loss will slow b/c a few weeks ago, it was just melting off with a few plateaus, but it's slowing now that I'm weight training. Ridding of the weight first... both weight and cardio is doing that for me. I lost 56lbs so far, doing lots of cardio and suttle weight training, all is well. Now I am fully weight training and though my weight loss is slowing, I'm seeing a major difference in my appearance and pants sizes. I also know that the band does not allow you to eat more and with workouts like mine, I have to eat more. This is the main reason I have decided not to get a fill. Because of my workouts, I am eating 6 meals a day. I can't do that with the band being filled. I am taking in 2,800 - 3,000 calories per day now.

I'm sorry too.

Today is a cardio and abs ONLY day. I will do 4-5 miles at home on the treadmill..if I can do more I will. If I can push it to more than 5 miles, I would be really happy with meself. We'll see. No promises.

Im in but I don't know how well I'll do. I'm weight training and it will be very interesting to see if the weight will fall off even with the intensive training. 184lbs - trying for 173lbs I had a goal to be at goal weight by August but since I'm not sure what that weight is anymore, we'll just have to play it by ear.

No weight change for me this week. I remain 183/184lbs up and down on the scale, no matter what foot I put on it first,

I had a hard time trying to decide on whether or not to start weight training b/c of the reason that I heard weight training slows down your weight loss. Well this is kinda true in my experience. The weight loss does slow because you are converting fat into muscle. Muscle weighs more than fat and though the scale will not dip has fast as you want it to, your end result is unbelieveable. I'd rather be 184lbs with muscle showing then 175lbs of nothing but fatness. I can really see a huge difference in my body tone with the weight and circuit training. The running has smoothed down everything, evenly and is great for my heart but the weight training is making me look aesthetically better. I stayed 188lbs for 1 week and now up and down stuck at 184lbs. I do 1.5 hours of cardio every day and I am alternating weight training, circuit training, etc. My weight has remained the same. I am losing my fat and gaining muscle and I can really feel and see it. I went to walmart the other day to buy a few workout bras and I saw workout pants. I tried them on. They were a size 14. Though I weigh alot still, I am in a 14 pants and that's just nuts to me. I am no longer looking at the weight as a major factor in my fitness goals. I am looking at body composition. I spoke with a personal trainer who is also a certified yoga and pilates instructor and she told me that she was over 200lbs once upon a time. She began her cardio and pilates ..some weight training and she is now at a 14% body fat, wearing a size 4, weighing 150lbs. She's mostly toned muscle but her muscles are heavy, but she's tiny. She's about 5ft 4 I believe. Think about it.. If you are losing alot of weight, you are most definately losing muscle mass too. Do you want to be a 135lb ..flabby person or a 150lb very very toned person with hardly any fat, wearing a smaller size than a 135lb does? Good example of this.. I saw my sister-in-law for the first time in months, she's put on some serious weight since she married last July. She says to me that she's 130lbs but she is very flabby with alot of cellulite around her upper thigh, butt area (she was wearing shorts). I do not have cellulite anymore... in fact, my legs are extremely toned..in comparison and I weigh 50lbs more than she does. I have no double chin but she does. Isn't that crazy?

If so, I'm not apologizing. I had the best 15 minutes of fun with Tricia. Sooo blechhhhh!

oooooo, does this post have anything to do with the topic of the FUP.... you know???

I'm just loving Heathergurls new avatar. She's sooo gorgeous. She looks like a famous person. Funny, you look really good in black. I noticed a difference in your waist. It's smaller. Your face is already skinny to me. Your new avatar is like a caracature of you. It's cute. Short, red hair.

The more muscle you have, the more fat your body will burn. You know how they say.. breathe in when you make certain movements during exercise and breathe out at the hardest part of the exercise..such as weight training? Well there is a reason for it. Also too, how many calories does muscle burn v/s fat? Here's a good resource link. http://exercise.about.com/od/exercis...s/f/muscle.htm Q. How Many Calories Does Muscle Really Burn? A. Most people know that muscle burns more calories than fat but, just how much more? Ever since I got certified more than eight years ago, I've been told that a pound of muscle burns anywhere from 30 to 50 calories per day. However, after doing some research, I've found that number isn't accurate. In fact, a pound of muscle only burns about 6 calories a day...a lot less than what many of us thought, but still more than a pound of fat, which burns only 2 calories in a day. If you can expect to burn 6 extra calories for each pound of muscle you have, you might also wonder how much muscle can you expect to gain once you start lifting weights. According to Dr. Cedric Bryant, Chief Exercise Physiologist at ACE [1], the average person usually gains about 3-5 pounds of muscle mass every 3-4 months. Of course, how much muscle you put on is based on your genetics, gender, exercise program and diet, so each person will have a different response to weight training. So, what does this mean? That you shouldn't bother lifting weights if you're trying to lose weight? I think you know the answer to that question. Even though muscle doesn't burn a huge number of calories on its own, it's still more metabolically active than fat and very important for weight loss. In fact, one study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology [6] found that, though weight training doesn't burn as many calories as cardio, it significantly increases average daily metabolic rate - the perfect foundation for losing fat. And remember the other benefits of weight training: Prevents loss of lean body mass that happens from dieting and/or aging Weight training workouts burn calories Helps change your body composition, which helps shape your body and keep you healthy Strenghtens bones and connective tissue along with muscles Helps keep you strong and active as you get older The bottom line is, strength training is important for almost any fitness goal, whether you want to lose fat, gain muscle or just get in better condition. Check out the following strength training resources for more: __________________________________________________ ____________ website link of this information: http://www.weightlossforall.com/burn%20fat.htm Optimise your body to burn fat quickly and naturally Burn fat quickly and naturally While exercising our muscles burn both fat and glucose (carbohydrates in the blood) in different proportions. Depending on how an individual exercises muscle can burn fat in a larger proportion to glucose. When activity is light and easy we tend to burn a much higher percentage of fat. Fat is a slow burning fuel that requires oxygen so if oxygen is delivered to muscle cells in sufficient quantities the cells can easily burn fat for most of its energy requirement. A potential problem for weight loss is lighter exercise burns fewer total calories. If an individual increases their effort by performing a more intense exercise they WILL burn more calories however, because oxygen cannot always be delivered to the hard-working cells in sufficient quantities, cells are forced to burn more carbohydrates in order to keep up with increasing demand. If the level of exertion continues to increase then glucose eventually becomes the predominant energy source for muscles as this quick-burning fuel does not require oxygen. It means to burn fat directly we should exercise at a lower level of effort and for longer duration. However some people just don't have the time to exercise for longer periods. The only way to burn fat quickly is to increase the metabolism through anaerobic exercise so we burn the fat indirectly. Fitness expert Tom Venuto has taught thousands of people worldwide exactly how to use certain exercises to burn fat fast. Fat burning tips Burning fat requires continuous smooth movements so learn to develop a rhythmic style when exercising Breath slightly deeper and use a little more lung capacity for effective fat burning Do not hold breath during exercise! WARNING! If you possess a high number of fat cells you MUST exercise & diet using correct scientific principles in order to empty fat cells, any other way will result in water loss and potential regain after diet stops. Read more on Fat Cells here!

The more muscle you have, the more fat your body will burn. You know how they say.. breathe in when you make certain movements during exercise and breathe out at the hardest part of the exercise..such as weight training? Well there is a reason for it. Also too, how many calories does muscle burn v/s fat? Here's a good resource link. http://exercise.about.com/od/exerciseworkouts/f/muscle.htm Q. How Many Calories Does Muscle Really Burn? A. Most people know that muscle burns more calories than fat but, just how much more? Ever since I got certified more than eight years ago, I've been told that a pound of muscle burns anywhere from 30 to 50 calories per day. However, after doing some research, I've found that number isn't accurate. In fact, a pound of muscle only burns about 6 calories a day...a lot less than what many of us thought, but still more than a pound of fat, which burns only 2 calories in a day. If you can expect to burn 6 extra calories for each pound of muscle you have, you might also wonder how much muscle can you expect to gain once you start lifting weights. According to Dr. Cedric Bryant, Chief Exercise Physiologist at ACE [1], the average person usually gains about 3-5 pounds of muscle mass every 3-4 months. Of course, how much muscle you put on is based on your genetics, gender, exercise program and diet, so each person will have a different response to weight training. So, what does this mean? That you shouldn't bother lifting weights if you're trying to lose weight? I think you know the answer to that question. Even though muscle doesn't burn a huge number of calories on its own, it's still more metabolically active than fat and very important for weight loss. In fact, one study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology [6] found that, though weight training doesn't burn as many calories as cardio, it significantly increases average daily metabolic rate - the perfect foundation for losing fat. And remember the other benefits of weight training: Prevents loss of lean body mass that happens from dieting and/or aging Weight training workouts burn calories Helps change your body composition, which helps shape your body and keep you healthy Strenghtens bones and connective tissue along with muscles Helps keep you strong and active as you get older The bottom line is, strength training is important for almost any fitness goal, whether you want to lose fat, gain muscle or just get in better condition. Check out the following strength training resources for more: ______________________________________________________________ website link of this information: http://www.weightlossforall.com/burn%20fat.htm Optimise your body to burn fat quickly and naturally Burn fat quickly and naturally While exercising our muscles burn both fat and glucose (carbohydrates in the blood) in different proportions. Depending on how an individual exercises muscle can burn fat in a larger proportion to glucose. When activity is light and easy we tend to burn a much higher percentage of fat. Fat is a slow burning fuel that requires oxygen so if oxygen is delivered to muscle cells in sufficient quantities the cells can easily burn fat for most of its energy requirement. A potential problem for weight loss is lighter exercise burns fewer total calories. If an individual increases their effort by performing a more intense exercise they WILL burn more calories however, because oxygen cannot always be delivered to the hard-working cells in sufficient quantities, cells are forced to burn more carbohydrates in order to keep up with increasing demand. If the level of exertion continues to increase then glucose eventually becomes the predominant energy source for muscles as this quick-burning fuel does not require oxygen. It means to burn fat directly we should exercise at a lower level of effort and for longer duration. However some people just don't have the time to exercise for longer periods. The only way to burn fat quickly is to increase the metabolism through anaerobic exercise so we burn the fat indirectly. Fitness expert Tom Venuto has taught thousands of people worldwide exactly how to use certain exercises to burn fat fast. Fat burning tips Burning fat requires continuous smooth movements so learn to develop a rhythmic style when exercising Breath slightly deeper and use a little more lung capacity for effective fat burning Do not hold breath during exercise! WARNING! If you possess a high number of fat cells you MUST exercise & diet using correct scientific principles in order to empty fat cells, any other way will result in Water loss and potential regain after diet stops. Read more on Fat Cells here!

Lianna, Susan and Meow, Thank you for comments I'm speechless. Thank you thank you thank you.

Jones, writing this thread means alot to me. I didn't see this thread yesterday. In fact, EmileeKaye gave me a "heads-up" in my yahoo window this evening. :omg: I can't believe you guys.. This is very very sweet... I have to say that I feel honored to be thought of during the day..during workouts, etc. I've read a few people say how "Telly popped into their head" and I think that's hysterical. My crazy workouts was never intended to haunt people What's good about this forum is the continuous support we give eachother, counter inspire and motivate one another. It means that I'm helping people, something I never thought I would be doing on this board. I came here looking for help and not only did I find and continue to find it but I found that I am contributing something good as well. Well hey..... that's all right! Jones, I did ride my bike today, however the weather scared me 3.25 miles down the road so I headed back. I loved the feeling. It's one of the best, free feelings I've ever felt. Yes, I go up small hills, down.. against the wind (:faint: ) and then some. I've ridden over snakes, curbs, dodging cars... it's fun. Once I strap my Ipod in, nothing gets in my way. I have to thank energy drinks and the Ipod for my successful completion of the crazy bike rides. I DID bike in the heat.. till it recently got hotter. I biked from March - early June. The heat and the rain became major factors in my decision to join a gym, but I still try to get on the bike when the weather is predictable. Best times are early morning's or around 5:30pm - 7:00pm, when the bugs aren't out yet. I've swallowed a few so I know after 7pm is a no no. If you go out at this time, wear sunshades. It shields the bugs from hitting the eyeballs :bananajump: Jones, you are doing fantastic. Your whole family is involved and it makes things more interesting. They will remember times like that when they are older. They'll want to bike with their own kids. Tricia, EmileeKaye, MoOrLess - you counter inspire me. You keep me motivated. When I see temptation, I think of you guys and how I'd get my ass kicked if I indulged. I think that's funny. Love you all and I am here to help, however I can.

TODAY'S ACTUAL - ALREADY DONE WORKOUT CARDIO TRAINING 12:30PM - Rode my bike 6.5 miles (Had to turn back b/c of thunder and lightening, very very scary.) 1:10PM - Gym - 30 minutes burned 325 calories on the Elliptical. 30 min jog/walk on my home treadmill tonight before bedtime CIRCUIT TRAINING Leg curls - 15 reps, 3 sets at 40lbs Hemstring curls 15 reps, 3 sets at 40lbs Calve raise - 15 reps, 3 sets at 40lbs Leg press - 15 reps, 3 sets at 220lbs Abbduction - 15 reps, 3 sets at 40lbs Adduction - 15 reps, 3 sets at 60lbs FREE WEIGHTS TRAINING Squats - free weights - 15 reps, 3 sets @ 50lbs (THIS HURT LIKE HELL) Weighed after workout and dropped 3lbs (water, fat, whatever..I'll take it)

That's awesome EmileeKaye. I really hope you get that job. You'll practically be at the gym all day if you get it, which will put you in the right place. I didn't go to the beach today, DH changed his mind and I'm upset about that. I told him that I WILL GO NEXT WEEKEND WITH OR W/O HIM. He hates sand. Instead, I am going for a 16.5 mile bike ride and then to the gym and then back to work.

What celebrity body would you like to work towards having? This can be a realistic goal or just wishful thinking. Salma Hayeck Queen Latifah Nicole Richie Angelina Jolie

Didn't run an extra 2 miles last night. In fact, I conked out on the sofa watching a movie with Samuel L. Jackson.

07/01/2006 2 mile run on the treadmill at home 90 minutes of Power 90 (uggh)

Congrats funny banana panties!

Esq, Don't fret girlfriend, been there, done that. Trust me, it's ok to take a break. Don't overdo it where you feel you loathe it. I'm ok now but at some point, I was doing too much. I take off a day every other week and I really do nothing the whole day

I'm getting mine cut off and liposuctioned in August I think. I don't want FUPA anymore.

ROFL! I think I have Fupa http://fupahunter.blogspot.com/

ROFL, yOU'RE GOIN TO HELL FOR THAT

Xxxxxxxx Rofl Xxxxxxx Now That I Know Exactly What It Is, I Have Deleted My Post, Roflmao

LOL, I'd love to start a JOKES thread b/c I just love to read jokes. Anyone have any good ones? Please...if you post here, try not to offend a group as a whole or any one person or race. I have alot of jokes, but mine are controversial so I will share a couple. Here's one of my "cleaner" jokes that I told in another thread.. Question: What do you see when the Pillsbury Doh Boy bends over? Answer: Donuts