AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 2/01/2004 11:14:00 AM TITLE: AND THE WORKOUT CONTINUES, HOPEFULLY. PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Well, I got my free three-month pass for Bally's the other day. Let's see if I can stick to it this time. Of course, I've got a decent reason to shape up these days. . . -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 1/04/2004 05:11:00 PM TITLE: TWO DAYS DOWN, ONE DAY OFF: PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Worked out on Friday and Saturday, at Bally's and St. Louis Workout. I think after my guest pass to Bally's expires, I'm heading to STL Workout: 1) It's closer. 2) Very homo/bi/hetero-friendly (although, my paranoia makes me feel like it's a bit cruisy, but I'm sure that's just me being over-aware of others; I had the exact opposite feeling at Bally's, where I felt that it was hard *not* to notice some of the hard bodies working out, because I knew it was a bit of a taboo. *shrug*) 3) It's Cheaper, and there are no contracts. (Huzzah!) 4) I know that I've got at least one workout partner, in Greg H., who's been going there for a few years. That's got to be a plus, having someone who will keep me going every morning, and isn't afraid to work out at 5:30 am. It's a win-win situation, I think. 5) More cardio. More machines. Smaller free-weight section, but I'm not too worried about that one at the moment. Anyhoo, I'm a bit sore after two consecutive days. Ouch, says my abs, my pecs, and my upper back. Surprisingly, despite doing the leg sled two days in a row, they're keeping up well. I think today, it's a little yoga, to keep me stretched out, then I'm taking it easy the rest of the day. -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 12/30/2003 07:05:00 PM TITLE: OY. THE NUMBERS DON'T LIE, SADLY. PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: As mentioned on my other blog, I've decided to actually do something about my fat ass this year. And I think the website has enough helpful advice, etc. to keep me sticking with it. Below are my Body Fat Analysis, Measurements, and other things from the website. Let's see how it improves in three months, eh? Of course, I'm not *actually* starting until the weigh-in, on January 7th. If I'm going to try to quit smoking this week, I need a little leeway in my eating habits, I think. BTW, I've had 6 cigarettes today. Much better than my 1-2 packs per day usual chimney, but still not quite there yet. [Print] Body Fat Analysis Too Low! 0 - 5% Fit                    6 - 12% GOAL OK                  13 - 20% High                21 - 28% START Dangerous!      29% + (Who knew I was in the "dangerous" category? I didn't think I was *that* overweight. . . hrm.) Caution! A dangerous body fat percentage often results in many unnecessary illnesses and lifestyle constraints including diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, lack of energy and shortness of breath. Body Measurements Waist Hips Chest Thigh Bicep Wrist Start 43.0" 42.0" 44.0" 21.5" 15.0" 6.5" Current 43.0" 42.0" 44.0" 21.5" 15.0" 6.5" Progress 0" 0" 0" 0" 0" 0" Weight Analysis Body Fat% Fat Weight Lean Weight Total Weight Start 35 % 63.0 lbs 117.0 lbs 180.0 lbs Current 35 % 63.0 lbs 117.0 lbs 180.0 lbs Progress 0 % 0.0 lbs 0.0 lbs 0.0 lbs Goal 6 - 12 % 11 - 22 lbs 117.0+ lbs 128 - 139 lbs Your total body weight is 180 pounds and your body fat is 35%. This results in a lean body weight of 117 pounds and a fat weight of 63 pounds. Nutrition Analysis               Per Day Per Meal Ratio Carbs     110 22 39% Protein    85 17 30% Fat          40 8 32% Calories 1140 228 100% This website will instantly build over 275 nutritious meals that match your exact nutrition needs. We will also match you up with the best fast food and dining out options. Everything is personalized for your body and goals ! You vs. Your Peers                Body Fat% Fat Weight Lean Weight Total Weight    Waist    Hips You                35 %       63.0 lbs    117.0 lbs       180.0 lbs      43.0"     42.0" males, 21 - 25       20 %       41.0 lbs    150.0 lbs       192.0 lbs       39.9"    42.3" -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 1/21/2003 11:44:00 PM TITLE: TWO. . .COUNT 'EM TWO DAYS IN A ROW. . . PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Ok, well I've been working out for the past few days, and I'm surprisingly motivated to stick with it. And since I've been sleeping *all the damned time* these past few weeks, I think my body is welcoming the pleasant unslovenly change. Now, if I could just quit smoking. . . I think I'll quit smoking all the time when I'm finding something (e.g. a job) to take up some more of my time during the day. However, right now, I spend my days vegged out in front of the tv or sleeping before class. Grrr. . . I think my next goal (starting tomorrow) is to start drinking lots of water again. I've been drinking entirely too much soda these days. -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 11/01/2002 09:15:00 PM TITLE: BAH! PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: I've decided I'm momentarily suspending my lifestyle overhaul until I get back on a regular schedule of work and school. Too much free time means I'm still smoking, and I haven't had time to really re-research the Atkins diet to shop correctly. To be continued. . . -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 11/01/2002 11:25:00 AM TITLE: OK, SO IT'S GONNA BE A LATE START PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Alas, I'm still smoking a few cigarettes. However, I had to change mom's flat tire this morning, and she was freaking out 'cause Dad was freaking out because she wasn't there yet. *sigh* Anyway, my exact quit date was at noon today on Quit.net, so I'm not really cheating yet. I'm sure that whatever I decide to do, it'll be better than what I've been doing. Yesterday, I had Jack In the Box. Ultimate Cheeseburger, Bacon and Cheddar Wedges. Go out in style, eh. Plus I had a few beers, and about a pack and a half of cigarettes. Bah! -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 10/30/2002 09:05:00 PM TITLE: OKAY, THAT HOURLY UPDATE SHIT GOT REAL OLD, REAL QUICK . .. . PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: But here's an update for the day. I've finished a pack of cigarettes, had 2 steak tacos and nachos from Taco Bell, and a breast and leg from Popeyes + KFC Cole Slaw and Mashed Potatoes. I've also drank about three liters of Dr. Pepper. That'll be my ultimate downfall, besides the smokes. -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 10/30/2002 11:57:00 AM TITLE: PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: 9ish: Cigarettes #4-6, plus breakfast Had two boston creme donuts, a cup of coffee, and am finishing about half of a liter of Dr. P. I'll probably finish this pack while I update my blog, and check some email. I'm gonna head up to the hospital to check up on dad, so I'll imagine I'll smoke four or five while I'm driving. I'm a horrible chain smoker when I'm driving. -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 10/30/2002 08:25:00 AM TITLE: PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Cigarettes #1-3: 8:17 AM Just woke up. I didn't really need these. I just sat down by the computer and lit up. Bah. Boredom's gonna kill me. -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 10/29/2002 08:25:00 PM TITLE: AHH. . .IT'S NOT BROWN DERBY, BUT IT'LL DO PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Well, I've decided that on the first, I think I'm going to try the Atkins Diet thing. I know Jen's Dad Steve had some success with it, and since I usually only eat a meal or two a day, I figured it won't be that hard to give up carbs. Anyway, I decided to stop at the Hampton Liquor Store, the closest liquor store to my house, on my way home from paying my Sprint Bill. I wanted to see if they had Anchor Steam Beer, and luckily, they did. I decided to splurge since if I start atkins, I won't be drinking beer, or any alcohol for quite a while through my "Induction" phase. BTW, I think I'm going to record my food and smoking habits for tomorrow and Thursday, just so I can compare and contrast. -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 10/29/2002 06:07:00 PM TITLE: PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: I'm warning you now, this is going to be a boring blog. I'm just going to record day by day how much I smoke, what I'm eating, and when I'm working out. It's mostly so I can keep track, but you might get a kick out of it. I figure this way, I'll really be able to see how much I smoke, drink, and eat, as well as how lazy I am. Either it will be motivation, because I can see if I'm improving, or it'll drive me to the dark side, by showing me that I really could have more fun being lazy and smoking. :) -------- AUTHOR: Naked Jay DATE: 10/29/2002 05:38:00 PM TITLE: PRIMARY CATEGORY: STATUS: Publish ALLOW COMMENTS: 1 ALLOW PINGS: 1 CONVERT BREAKS: 0 ----- BODY: Ok. . Here's the deal. I've decided that since I'm going to quit smoking on November 1st, I've decided to start anew all the way. Maybe that way, I'll keep myself busy enough to actually quit smoking. It couldn't hurt. --------