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[Gavnm]

No, no. Not complaining. I think the Big-5 HIT routine works amazingly well (at least for me) considering the time investment. I was hoping I'd gain a bit more muscle size though this routine I think gives more gradual results. I'm just impatient for results. Gotta change that mindset. I'm probably close to my genetic potential anyway , so any progress will likely be gradual. Anyway, I have lots more time for outdoor play and less boring time in the gym. ;-)

One thing about the Big-5 and HIT in general. What you gain in time savings, you pay for in pain, if you do it correctly. The muscle burn is very intense , so this routine may not be for everyone.

Would love to get an idea of your daily diet bbaker. Any chance you would like to share some details?

[hixster]

Very nice results MadelynMc.

[Paleofan]

MadelynMc, seriously impressive.

[Glamorama]

I alway promised in my signature that I would get into a bikini the day I reached my first goal. And bear in mind that even though I have reached my first weight-goal, I'm still 30% BF, which is really all on the tummy, waist, hips and thighs. And I've had 3 kids in 3.5 years, so the tummy isn't looking quite right yet (the younges is 14 months). My 2nd Goal is to get my BF% much lower (24-26%) and build much more muscle. My calves, arms and shoulders are getting defined, but the rest is a work in progress. I have put in my "Before"-shots so I don't forget how far I've come. Its very confronting seeing bikini-pics of myself, but its also motivating. Scary as hell- I felt very vulnerable posing for the camera this morning and I still feel slighty sick every time I look at the pics! LOL

[Unamused Mouse]

Glamorama, BRAVO!!! *claps enthusiastically*

Great job! You have NOTHING to be ashamed of in those pics! The heels are a nice touch, too!

[Glamorama]

Glamorama, BRAVO!!! *claps enthusiastically*

Great job! You have NOTHING to be ashamed of in those pics! The heels are a nice touch, too!

Except they make my legs looks shorter than they really are! LOL! Oh well... they were brand new, got on special... HAD TO wear them.

[bluebird123]

Last year I decided to go paleo/primal and ended up losing around 55lbs. Working out just consisted of walking and Bikram Yoga.
I've been going at it since last February with low expectations and have been surprised at how well it works.

One of the pics that got me thinking it was time for a change.



Starting out.



Pic taken 12/2011



face shot 12/2011

[Unamused Mouse]

Except they make my legs looks shorter than they really are! LOL! Oh well... they were brand new, got on special... HAD TO wear them.

Naw, your legs look proportionate to me...stop being silly!

[Unamused Mouse]

face shot 12/2011

Well hello there.
I love how losing that puffy layer of excess fat reveals the real person underneath. Nice job.

[Glamorama]

Naw, your legs look proportionate to me...stop being silly!

Thanks, you're right! I shold be cheering msyelf with champers (which I might just do this weekend...).

Bluebird123- looking very good, amazing efforts!