Author Topic: Medford's training log (Read 83725 times)

Luv2Hurt · « **Reply #175 on:** January 15, 2008, 12:44:18 PM »

Quote from: Medford on January 15, 2008, 11:28:39 AM

yes I think I am at the point where I will look into being a bartender. I wanted to go down a size first. I'm going to give notice at my one job in a day or two. I'm going to try to expand my role with the other job, go back to trade school, and practice our house specialty drinks (I have had the workbook for months)

Bartender??!! This sounds terrible.

Deadpool · « **Reply #176 on:** January 16, 2008, 06:14:49 AM »

bartender. my grandfather was a bartender. I want this.

Back in the gym after more than a week layoff. Did a nice and easy 30 minute treadmill workout to get back into it.

Laura Lee · « **Reply #177 on:** January 16, 2008, 07:53:44 AM »

Quote from: Luv2Hurt on January 12, 2008, 10:56:10 AM

Don't really know if its true but read somewhere once that ham/pork is a poor choice of protein. They said the quality of the protein was poor.

I sure did love the Honey Baked Ham I had for Christmas though!

I agree. Ham is the last meat I would choose for a protein source. And yes...love Honey Baked Ham. Haven't had that in over 3 years.

Deadpool · « **Reply #178 on:** January 16, 2008, 07:56:08 AM »

Um, I am so glad that I did a light workout today. I would stay away from ham, although I hear green eggs and ham are good, from Sam I Am.

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #179 on:** January 16, 2008, 07:58:48 AM »

Quote from: Medford on January 16, 2008, 06:14:49 AM

bartender. my grandfather was a bartender. I want this.

Back in the gym after more than a week layoff. Did a nice and easy 30 minute treadmill workout to get back into it.

I didn't realize you had taken more than a week off!! I hope you stuck to a tight diet during that time.
Get back in there with a renewed energy and motivation to take it to the next level!

(P.S. Ham may not be ideal for a bodybuilder's diet, but I think ham would be fine for you to eat on occassion, minus the cheese and mayo, and perhaps the bread.

Just watch the sodium, which shouldn't be a problem if you are drinking plenty of water.)

Deadpool · « **Reply #180 on:** January 16, 2008, 05:10:20 PM »

yeah it was a tough week. back in the swing of things now, didn't gain any weight from the week off.

Hedgehog · « **Reply #181 on:** January 16, 2008, 11:17:29 PM »

Quote from: Medford on January 16, 2008, 06:14:49 AM

bartender. my grandfather was a bartender. I want this.

Back in the gym after more than a week layoff. Did a nice and easy 30 minute treadmill workout to get back into it.

Regarding the ham:

As long as it is the low fat kind, ham is an awesome and healthy source for protein. Sliced, smoked ham, or minced ham in salads eg.

Don't get bored in the gym, a 30 minute treadmill workout is perfect. Great job.

And get a few weight lifting workouts in, but remember to pace yourself, if you get too ambitious, with some 9-10 workouts a week, you will soon find yourself with another week off.

It's much better to get 2-4 workouts in per week, be realistic about it.

And then don't let yourself go with the diet.

Regarding the bartender job: I think it's a great idea. If it's what you wanna do, go for it. But be aware that working late will make you more prone to put on fat, so you will have to be even better with the diet.

But I'm sure you can do it.

Deadpool · « **Reply #182 on:** January 17, 2008, 06:12:27 AM »

solid advice. 30 minutes is hardly a warm up though. I'm shooting for 5 or 6 workouts but can live with 4 per week.

I'm surprized I went down a size. Dropping the new pants off at the cleaners to be hemmed today.

JediKnight · « **Reply #183 on:** January 18, 2008, 03:25:54 PM »

keep up the great work Medford.

Luv2Hurt · « **Reply #184 on:** January 18, 2008, 04:17:58 PM »

Quote from: Hedgehog on January 16, 2008, 11:17:29 PM

Regarding the ham:

Regarding the bartender job: I think it's a great idea. If it's what you wanna do, go for it. But be aware that working late will make you more prone to put on fat, so you will have to be even better with the diet.

Not to mention the lifestyle of a bartender is about as far from a fiitness lifestyle as it gets. "Goodie I get to be around abnoxious drunks all night!" I hope they have a no smoking law in your state or you can add 2 packs worth of second hand smoke to the deal every night.

Do you drink much Med? Have you ever wrestled with drinking issues in the past?

Im sorry but bartender just does not seem like the "I'm getting my life together type job" You mentioned trade school? What is this about? Kind of wondering how old you are?

Sorry if I seem cynical.

powerpack · « **Reply #185 on:** January 18, 2008, 09:16:16 PM »

I also think it will be hard to keep healthy if you are a bartender.
What happens if some one tells you " and one for yourself" or wants to down a few shooters with the muscular bar lady?
Remember you are 40 now so you better start looking after yourself.

freespirit · « **Reply #186 on:** January 19, 2008, 04:16:42 AM »

Quote from: powerpack on January 18, 2008, 09:16:16 PM

I also think it will be hard to keep healthy if you are a bartender.
What happens if some one tells you " and one for yourself" or wants to down a few shooters with the muscular bar lady?
Remember you are 40 now so you better start looking after yourself.

It's pretty hard, but possible. I know a bartender that's actually in good shape. It needs discipline, it's not easy.

I work out 3 times a week with weights, and added a spinning class on top of that. Gotta be a superman before the summer arrives.

Deadpool · « **Reply #187 on:** January 19, 2008, 04:46:03 PM »

couldn't believe it when I stepped on the scale. Wow. 20 down, many more to go

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #188 on:** January 20, 2008, 06:28:25 AM »

Quote from: Medford on January 19, 2008, 04:46:03 PM

couldn't believe it when I stepped on the scale. Wow. 20 down, many more to go

Congrats Medford, that's awesome! 20 is a big milestone...at this point, you're over half way to losing 40.

siouxcountry · « **Reply #189 on:** January 20, 2008, 06:31:48 AM »

Keep it up.

Deadpool · « **Reply #190 on:** January 20, 2008, 06:53:35 AM »

The next 20 will be the test. I was exacty 20 pounds lighter when I worked for the department of correction and went to the academy and finished training with a 5 mile run

freespirit · « **Reply #191 on:** January 20, 2008, 01:11:31 PM »

Quote from: Medford on January 20, 2008, 06:53:35 AM

The next 20 will be the test. I was exacty 20 pounds lighter when I worked for the department of correction and went to the academy and finished training with a 5 mile run

Don't forget the mirror. If you're still 5 pounds heavier but your mirror tells you that you look good, don't bother with the last 5 pounds.

Hedgehog · « **Reply #192 on:** January 20, 2008, 11:08:42 PM »

Quote from: Medford on January 20, 2008, 06:53:35 AM

The next 20 will be the test. I was exacty 20 pounds lighter when I worked for the department of correction and went to the academy and finished training with a 5 mile run

It's about mixing it up.

The foods.
You're a cook, and I envy you for this.
You have the skills to cook great tasting food, and make big cookings for a whole week, with it being both healthy AND tasty.
Salmon, tuna, poultry, veggies, olive oil...

The training.
Weightlifting once or twice a week. Brazilian Ju Jutsu or some other martial art, dancing. Climbing. Volleyball. Start up the day with a brisk morning walk.

Sleep. Try to get to bed at regular times.

Hopefully, you will already have noticed how your blood sugar levels are a little more even, and that you don't get that tired feeling as bad anymore.

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #193 on:** January 21, 2008, 08:01:06 AM »

Quote from: Hedgehog on January 20, 2008, 11:08:42 PM

It's about mixing it up.

The foods.
You're a cook, and I envy you for this.
You have the skills to cook great tasting food, and make big cookings for a whole week, with it being both healthy AND tasty.
Salmon, tuna, poultry, veggies, olive oil...

The training.
Weightlifting once or twice a week. Brazilian Ju Jutsu or some other martial art, dancing. Climbing. Volleyball. Start up the day with a brisk morning walk.

Sleep. Try to get to bed at regular times.

Hopefully, you will already have noticed how your blood sugar levels are a little more even, and that you don't get that tired feeling as bad anymore.

Hedge, I don't know what you do for a living, but if you aren't a coach/trainer, you should be.

Deadpool · « **Reply #194 on:** January 21, 2008, 08:10:26 AM »

cool. like those posts, good stuff

I am kind of pleased with my 20 lb loss. I am going to include more lifting in my program. got the dumbbells set up at home now and am using them, finally. I like the cardio, it's a great workout.

eating less is easier now. the results motivate me for more results

I might do a couple of pictures soon, not sure.

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #195 on:** January 21, 2008, 08:24:20 AM »

Medford, I am only about an hour away from you. I'd love to come down and train with you sometime maybe this spring or summer if you can get me into your gym!

Of course, we'd have to take pics for the board!

freespirit · « **Reply #196 on:** January 21, 2008, 10:03:15 AM »

Quote from: ripitupbaby on January 21, 2008, 08:24:20 AM

Medford, I am only about an hour away from you. I'd love to come down and train with you sometime maybe this spring or summer if you can get me into your gym!

Of course, we'd have to take pics for the board!

I'm only 8 hours away by plane, I take the pics, no prob.

Seriously, this is a great opportunity for medford to train with the ripster.

ripitupbaby · « **Reply #197 on:** January 21, 2008, 05:22:58 PM »

Quote from: freespirit on January 21, 2008, 10:03:15 AM

I'm only 8 hours away by plane, I take the pics, no prob.

Seriously, this is a great opportunity for medford to train with the ripster.

haha sweet!

I'm totally down with it...it's up to Meddie, whenever she wants!

Laura Lee · « **Reply #198 on:** January 22, 2008, 08:50:28 AM »

AWESOME JOB MEDDY!!!!!!!!

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!!!

JediKnight · « **Reply #199 on:** January 22, 2008, 11:56:36 AM »

Medford, I have supported you from day one,,keep it up girl, ur kickin major ass.