Jodi's bridal journal (posts welcome) - I'm back!

[jodistar]

Are you able to post your engagement pictures? I would love to see them.

I would love to share, so I will try but if not all that are interested can send me a PM and I will give them access to my pictures at Snapfish - that way everyone can still view the pictures..

I'm so excited that we will be able to give our mothers the photos for Christmas.

 

[jodistar]

Wow - Christmas is fast approaching! not to sound like a Scrooge but I am really not into Christmas.....I don't know what is wrong with me this year - I just can't stand the idea of Christmas. However, I am looking really forward to the New Year.

Well today I have another trainer session - Wish me luck.....I've worked so hard, I will be so heartbroken if I see no results at all! Everyone seems to see a change in body expect for me. I still look in the mirror and see a pudgy little girl. Bob is just worried that I will loose too much weight - I don't think that I will ever be in danger of that!

Today I finally will be getting my pictures - Thank god in time for Christmas; Bob and I will be able to give our mothers the pictures in the frames that we've already bought.

Next Thursday Bob is taking me out to dinner for my birthday, I can wait we are going to my favorite restaurant - it's a real treat! In addition, I will be getting my hair done that day so I will feel like a million dolllars, at least I hope!

Well, I am going to run. I will do my best to update everyone about my personal trainer session.

Gym Update:
I had my personal trainer session went amazingly well - at last weigh in I was 125 pounds, I am now 122 pounds. My fat percentage was at 24.8 and is now at 23.9.

My goals seem so far away - I hope I can do it. My goal weight is 110/115 and my goal fat percentage is 21% - with all of the holidays this is sure to be a challenge but I have to keep on thinking about the gown.

My trainer was telling me that she can definetely see that I have slimmed down in my stomach area! The only place that I can see it so far is in my face. We didn't bother with measurements this time around but will the next time (depending on how well I do during the holidays).

Well, if I don't get to check in before the holidays, have a Merry Christmas everyone! <a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008_ZNxdm950' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_2_96.gif' alt='Candy Cane 1' border=0></a>

 

[vald1977]

Hi Jodi,
You will get to your goal, I know you will. But you should be proud of yourself for all the positive changes you have made with or with the goal weight . You are going to be a beautiful bride.

 

[plutosmyfav]

Wow Jodi! You are so close to your goal. That is awsome. Sometimes it takes a while for the mind to really register the changes. I'm glad the gym is working out. I love my gym and my workouts!

Sundie

 

[geetey]

Woo hoo, Jodi!!
What a wonderful treat! Your engagement pics AND such great numbers from the trainer!! Enjoy your birthday dinner. You have been working so hard and deserve a nice night.

 

[toystoryduo]

Way to go Jodi! You have done a great job and I know that you will make your goal. Have a wonderful birthday dinner!!

Take care,
Tracy

 

[geetey]

MERRY CHRISTMAS, Jodi!

I can't wait to hear what your families think about the engagement pics! Little do they know what you had to go through to get them!

 

[toystoryduo]

Merry Christmas, Jodi!!!!

 

[jodistar]

MERRY CHRISTMAS, Jodi!

I can't wait to hear what your families think about the engagement pics! Little do they know what you had to go through to get them!

Oh they absolutely loved them! They didn't see them coming and they were actually interested in ordering more! I'm so glad that they enjoyed them.

 

[wilderness01]

Happy New Year to you. Congrats on your success at the gym.

 

[jodistar]

Wow, I can't believe it - I just wrote out a post about Christmas/Birthday and it didn't end up posting (not doing it again - at least not tonight). Everything is going well with the diet and the gym.....most of the nights this week I ended up going to the gym directly after work - it is much better that way and I plan on going tomorrow!

Tonight - I am having a marathon of sorts - I got Shrek 2 for Christmas, so I am watching the original Shrek right now to be followed by Shrek 2. I also got a bunch of Disney dvds for Christmas and Disney dollars we have a little over $300 saved for our Disney trip!

Can't wait for the New Year! I will post more tomorrow or at least try to - if not.....Everyone have a wonderful New Year<a href='http://www.smileycentral.com/?partner=ZSzeb008_ZNxdm950' target='_blank'><img src='http://smileys.smileycentral.com/cat/8/8_6_11v.gif' alt='Happy New Year' border=0></a>

 

[jodistar]

Stairmaster - Manual setting, 15 minutes, difficulty 7
Arc Trainer - 15 minutes, Weight Loss setting, difficulty 4
Crossramp - 15 minutes, glute setting, difficulty 3
Longpull - 50 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Lat pulldown - 50 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set
Lat pulldown - 60 pounds, 10 reps, 2 sets
Wide chest press - 50 pounds, 3 sets, 10 reps
Tricep dip - 35 pounds, 3 sets, 10 reps,
Seated reardelt - 20 pounds, 1 set, 10 pounds.....30 pounds, 10 reps, 2 sets
Dual Axis chest press - 10 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set ......15 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set
Bicep curl - 20 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Flat triceps extension - 30 pounds, 12 reps, 3 sets
Tricep rope - 20 pounds, 12 reps, 3 sets

 

[jodistar]

Stairmaster - 15 minutes, manual setting, difficulty 7
Arc Trainer - 15 minutes, weight loss setting, difficulty 4
Crossramp - 15 minutes, glute setting, difficulty 3
Plate loaded squat - 270 pounds (135 each side), 10 reps, 3 sets
Lundge - 0 weight, 10 reps, 3 sets
Squat - 15 reps, 3 sets, 10 pounds
Prone leg curl - 10 reps, 3 sets, 50 pounds
Calf raise - 45 pounds, 1 set, 15 reps.....45 pounds, 2 sets, 10 reps

 

[jodistar]

Stairmaster - manual setting, difficulty 7, 15 minutes
Arc Trainer - Weight loss setting, diff 4, 15 minutes
Crossramp - 15 minutes, glute setting, diff - 1
Push-ups (with half ball) 12 reps, 2 sets.....10 reps, 1 set
Benchpress - 5 pounds each side (bar weighs 45 pounds)10 reps, 3 sets
Bicep curl - 30 pounds, 2 sets, 10 reps.....25 pounds, 1 set, 10 reps
Seated pect machine - 30 pounds, 1 set, 10 reps....20 pounds, 1 set, 10 reps...30 pounds, 1 set, 6 reps
Tricep extension - 30 pounds, 15 reps, 1 set....35 pounds, 15 reps, 2 sets
Tricep dip - 45 pounds, 15 reps, 1 set....50 pounds, 12 reps, 2 sets
Tricep rope - 20 pounds, 10 reps, 2 sets.....12 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set

 

[jodistar]

Stairmaster - 15 minutes, manual setting, diff 6
Arc Trainer - weight loss setting, 15 reps, diff 4
Crossramp - 10 minutes, glute setting, diff 1
Plate loaded squat press - 270 pounds, 12 reps, 3 sets
Prone leg - 50 pounds, 3 sets, 10 reps
Seated leg curl - 50 pounds, 3 sets, 10 reps
Machine Squat - 20 pounds, 3 sets, 12 reps
Lundge (machine) - 0 weight, 10 pounds, 2 sets

 

[jodistar]

Hello Everyone,

Happy New Year!!! Just getting geared up to go to the gym shortly.....Bob can't believe that they open today (half day)....tomorrow is my personal trainer day - so I am not sure how long I will stay today but I have to do something!

Looking forward to the New Year.....I can't wait for the wedding - I just hope I can lose more weight and trim everything in time! Mostly I am looking forward to seeing the Mouse again......I really want to look good for Disney after all we have scheduled three photo sessions - one at Magic Kingdom, another at MGM, and the last at Epcot!

I have some major, major goals for this year - from this point forward I will be stressed about everything!!! I was hoping not to feel this way but it already less than 10 months....I can't believe it!

Thanks to Christmas we've got a lot more stuff for our kitchen. Well, I have to run for now but before I do everyone have a happy new year and be careful if you go out!

Back from the gym:
Stairmaster - 15 minutes, manual setting, diff 6
Arc Trainer - 15 minutes, weight loss, diff 4
Crossramp - 15 minutes, glut setting, diff 3
Benchpress - 20 pounds (Bar weighs 45 pounds), 10 reps, 3 sets
Wide Chest press - 50 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Tricep extension - 40 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Tricep dip - 45 pounds, 12 reps, 1 set....50 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set.....60 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set
Tricep kickback - 5, 7.5, 10 pounds - Super set estimated 10 of each 3 sets....the purpose of this exercise is to really work the muscle but to also kind of tire it!
Incline dumbell press - 15 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Seated pect - 30 pounds, 10 reps, 1 set.....20 pounds, 10 reps, 2 sets
Bicep curl - 20 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Long pull - 50 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets
Lat pulldown (underhand) 45 pounds, 10 reps, 3 sets

 

[plutosmyfav]

Hi Jodi,
Your gym schedule is awsome! I envy you being able to go today! I will be doing videos at home today. Your wedding and WDW trip will be wonderful, I'm sure you will meet your goals

Sundie

 

[jodistar]

Hi Jodi,
Your gym schedule is awsome! I envy you being able to go today! I will be doing videos at home today. Your wedding and WDW trip will be wonderful, I'm sure you will meet your goals

Sundie

What exercise videos do you work along with? I've thought about picking up the Tae Bo videos but don't know if that is best or to actually find a class somewhere.

 

[wilderness01]

I have some major, major goals for this year - from this point forward I will be stressed about everything!!!


Hey there, you need to try not to be stressed and enjoy every minute of this once in a lifetime adventure or you may miss out on the important little things. Take it slow and one day at a time.

 

[vald1977]

Hi Jodi,
Happy New Year and don't stress yourself out too much. A little stress is good because it kicks our butts into gear but just don't forget to enjoy this special time, okay ? Hope you have a great day .