Biggest Loser Rules-
1. Weigh-in starts on January, Sunday 1, 2012.
2. Everyone will be against each other!
3. $15 a person - $30 a couple
4. E-mail Mary (jmarybeth@gmail.com) Information- Name, Age, Height, Start Weight by January 1, 2012
5 Picture is required before and after, spouse must be witness (Jan. 1 and April 1)
(girls in sports bra and undies, men in underwear/boxers~ it’s best if you can wear the same clothing for before and after picture.)
6. Picture once a month, the first weigh in of each month. (keep them until April 1, 2012)
7. Spouse will witness and confirm each others weight, write it down! (honest code)
8. Weigh-in every Sunday- morning (or earliest you can), email me, Mary, by noon with weights in pounds.
Jan. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb.5, 12, 19, 26 March 4, 11, 18, 25 April 1
9. The largest weight percentage lost will be the winner in the contest.
10. Percentage will be calculated on http://www.fitwatch.com/qkcalc/calculate-weight-loss-percentage.html
11. Contest ends April, Sunday 1, 2012
12. PRIZES 1st , 2nd and 3rd places
13. Good Luck, and Lets have FUN!!! Healthy is the WAY!
Lets Stay Motivated!!!!
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Soon to be Mrs. Clavell
I am not sure if you all know but I'm getting married! Planning a wedding and trying to be on a diet and working out is a lot of work, but every couple goes through it at some point of time. Wedding planning is a lot of fun and you want to look your very best on that day for that person you truly love! First thing is first, make a goal; what size do you want to be, what do you want to weigh, what dress do you want to fit in. Planning a wedding is a lot of stress, and work. Make sure you set a time everyday to do some exercise and pack your fridge with healthy foods. If you set a goal and track everything you eat until your wedding day and it's healthy food and some cardio, you will lose weight. Toning your body is a different thing, that is when you need to add the weights in with your workout plus cardio. Peter and I both plan on doing another show this spring in April a few months before our wedding in June. Getting ready and planning a wedding is kind of crazy but I am very excited.
Wedding Bells are ringing! Are you getting married this year, and would like to lose a few pounds before hand?! To look good in all those pictures, I do as well! Here are a few tips to help you stay healthy and tone up for that big day!
Have a GOAL
Make sure you make a goal and a date for this goal to be achieved... take pictures, write everything down, keep track of what you are doing... stay on top of it and it will make your success that much better!
Drink Water
Skip the diet soda and start drinking water. Besides being good for you, water helps your body get rid of toxins, and constant sipping can help keep you from over-snacking. So grab a bottle you can bring around with you and figure out how many refills you'll need to get your daily fill. The amount of water your body requires is based on your weight. How much do you need? Divide your weight in half. The resulting number equals the ounces of water you should be drinking every day. Example: weight- 129lbs so I would need to drink 64.5 ounces of water, just over a 1/2 a gallon of water a day. Drink as much as you can!!!
Tip: Get a filtered water pitcher for better-tasting water, and add a few lemons or limes to your water bottle to give it some flavor. If you don't like the taste of water, add crystal light only 5 calories.
Slim Down Servings
Big servings are one of the main calorie problems of weight gain. Start with small portions and take more only if you're still hungry. Experts even suggest that it's better to eat four or five small meals with moderate portions throughout the day than to have two or three large meals. Eat more often to keep your metabolism going all day to burn the extra fat.
Meal 1 -Protein shake with 1/4 cup oatmeal
Meal 2 -1 can of tuna with an apple
Meal 3 -6oz. chicken breast (no skin) with 1 cup of green beans
Meal 4 - ground turkey with some salad... salsa for dressing
Meal 5 -protein shake
Meal 6 - 8oz. chicken breast (no skin) with sweet potato
Tip: Carry healthy snacks with you when you're on the go like almonds or jerky. Healthy munching will not only keep your energy level up, it'll also keep you from binging on a big meal when you finally do sit down to eat. When cutting back on calories, it's important to take a daily multivitamin. Lack of vitamins and iron may leave you tired and inclined to reach for a candy bar or fatty snack.
Cut Back on Booze
A celebratory drink can cost you 150 calories or more. And that's if you only have one! Even if you're in the habit of having just a few drinks a week, cutting back on alcohol can save you hundreds of calories in the end. Save the cocktails for the special occasions coming up and sip water instead.
Tip: Can't give them up entirely? Try alternating alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages so you won't feel left out of the festivities.
Exercise!
Yes, this is an obvious one. But seriously -- do something-anything! to get moving. Twenty minutes of exercise a day will do wonders to boost your energy and kick-start the calorie burning process. Walk to the grocery store, take the stairs at work, do sit ups while watching TV, or at least do a few laps of window shopping in your local mall. If you're serious about shedding inches, aim to do 30-45 minutes of aerobic exercise (running, cycling, swimming) three or four days a week. You can always come train with me! Just let me know!
Tip: Choose a time of the day when you usually feel motivated and energetic -- that way, you'll be more likely to stick with it. If you're a morning person, hit the gym before work. But if you're the "don't talk to me till I've finished my coffee" type, an evening or even a quick lunch workout may be better for you.
Wedding Bells are ringing! Are you getting married this year, and would like to lose a few pounds before hand?! To look good in all those pictures, I do as well! Here are a few tips to help you stay healthy and tone up for that big day!
Have a GOAL
Make sure you make a goal and a date for this goal to be achieved... take pictures, write everything down, keep track of what you are doing... stay on top of it and it will make your success that much better!
Drink Water
Skip the diet soda and start drinking water. Besides being good for you, water helps your body get rid of toxins, and constant sipping can help keep you from over-snacking. So grab a bottle you can bring around with you and figure out how many refills you'll need to get your daily fill. The amount of water your body requires is based on your weight. How much do you need? Divide your weight in half. The resulting number equals the ounces of water you should be drinking every day. Example: weight- 129lbs so I would need to drink 64.5 ounces of water, just over a 1/2 a gallon of water a day. Drink as much as you can!!!
Tip: Get a filtered water pitcher for better-tasting water, and add a few lemons or limes to your water bottle to give it some flavor. If you don't like the taste of water, add crystal light only 5 calories.
Slim Down Servings
Big servings are one of the main calorie problems of weight gain. Start with small portions and take more only if you're still hungry. Experts even suggest that it's better to eat four or five small meals with moderate portions throughout the day than to have two or three large meals. Eat more often to keep your metabolism going all day to burn the extra fat.
Meal 1 -Protein shake with 1/4 cup oatmeal
Meal 2 -1 can of tuna with an apple
Meal 3 -6oz. chicken breast (no skin) with 1 cup of green beans
Meal 4 - ground turkey with some salad... salsa for dressing
Meal 5 -protein shake
Meal 6 - 8oz. chicken breast (no skin) with sweet potato
Tip: Carry healthy snacks with you when you're on the go like almonds or jerky. Healthy munching will not only keep your energy level up, it'll also keep you from binging on a big meal when you finally do sit down to eat. When cutting back on calories, it's important to take a daily multivitamin. Lack of vitamins and iron may leave you tired and inclined to reach for a candy bar or fatty snack.
Cut Back on Booze
A celebratory drink can cost you 150 calories or more. And that's if you only have one! Even if you're in the habit of having just a few drinks a week, cutting back on alcohol can save you hundreds of calories in the end. Save the cocktails for the special occasions coming up and sip water instead.
Tip: Can't give them up entirely? Try alternating alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages so you won't feel left out of the festivities.
Exercise!
Yes, this is an obvious one. But seriously -- do something-anything! to get moving. Twenty minutes of exercise a day will do wonders to boost your energy and kick-start the calorie burning process. Walk to the grocery store, take the stairs at work, do sit ups while watching TV, or at least do a few laps of window shopping in your local mall. If you're serious about shedding inches, aim to do 30-45 minutes of aerobic exercise (running, cycling, swimming) three or four days a week. You can always come train with me! Just let me know!
Tip: Choose a time of the day when you usually feel motivated and energetic -- that way, you'll be more likely to stick with it. If you're a morning person, hit the gym before work. But if you're the "don't talk to me till I've finished my coffee" type, an evening or even a quick lunch workout may be better for you.
Monday, January 24, 2011
February
It's that time of year where people are falling off of there goals and finding the sweet tooth again! STAY STRONG!! Peter and I will both be competing in the April, Mr. Utah show~ Very excited! January 29 puts us out 10 weeks... Right now we train everyday, and eat crazy healthy!
Peter weight: 205 body fat: 12%
Mary weight: 129 body fat: 13%
Workouts
1 body part each day.... light weight and (15-20) lots of reps..4-5 different workouts.
Cardio 30 min after workout, 3-4 days a week.
Food
I make sure I am in taking 150 grams of protein everyday... split it up how ever I can.
Carbs only early in your day and very few, maybe 100 grams a day.
Superbowl Party- get a vegetable tray, eat buffalo burgers, stay away from snacking on things you don't need!
Valentines is right around the corner- make sure you don't eat all those little candies and the full meal if you are lucky enough to go out! You can enjoy yourself with out all the yummy sweets and food- play a game, watch a movie!
Hope it's a wonderful month for you all, I don't have a facebook any more so please keep in touch with me on here. Wright comments or email me jmarybeth@gmail.com , I would love to hear from all of you and your success...
Peter weight: 205 body fat: 12%
Mary weight: 129 body fat: 13%
Workouts
1 body part each day.... light weight and (15-20) lots of reps..4-5 different workouts.
Cardio 30 min after workout, 3-4 days a week.
Food
I make sure I am in taking 150 grams of protein everyday... split it up how ever I can.
Carbs only early in your day and very few, maybe 100 grams a day.
Superbowl Party- get a vegetable tray, eat buffalo burgers, stay away from snacking on things you don't need!
Valentines is right around the corner- make sure you don't eat all those little candies and the full meal if you are lucky enough to go out! You can enjoy yourself with out all the yummy sweets and food- play a game, watch a movie!
Hope it's a wonderful month for you all, I don't have a facebook any more so please keep in touch with me on here. Wright comments or email me jmarybeth@gmail.com , I would love to hear from all of you and your success...
January
Happy New Years!!! This year I have a lot of big goals and projects I will be working on! I beleive it will be an outstanding year! I hope you are all very excited for you new goals! Lets, let go of the last few weeks and start fresh... Peter and I just cleared all the bad food out of our house and went shopping to push this diet strong! On Wednesday we went to see our good friend/coach Dan Palmer, he weighs us, does body fat and answer any questions we may come up with! Peter and I wont be training together for the first time in a long time, I will be on my own with work outs and how hard I push myself... it will be a good test for me! I hope you are all ready to work as hard as you can! I work a full time job and have my puppy to be with and love as well, planning a wedding, getting ready for figure compititions, getting our own place... Time comes and goes so fast so lets make every minute count... watching tv - do some sit ups! Not everyone has a easy day so when you do have the energy and time, push your self as hard as you can!
H2O
Drinking water at the correct time maximizes its effectiveness on the Human body:
2 glasses of water after waking up helps activate internal organs
1 glass of water 30 minutes before a meal - helps digestion
1 glass of water before taking a bath - helps lower blood pressure
1 glass of water before going to bed - avoids stroke or heart attack
Water is very important to your healthy! Make sure you stay hydrated at all times!
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