Diet Overview
Although I get occasional mouth watering cravings for simple things such as fruit and bread – I just don’t have it in me to veer off my diet during the week. So to satisfy my cravings, I’ve been experimenting with a larger variety of Keto friendly foods and flavors. With that said, if yall have any tips or tricks – please share! *pleeease*

Training Overview
Monday was a Heavy Upper Body Work and, on Tuesday I trained Lower Body; and rather than lifting heavy, I choose to keep my weight moderate. The workout was intense.. The funny thing is – I left the Gym thinking…ehhh, that was an “ok” leg workout. *HA* OK My Ass! I’m still feeling the aftermath of that workout!

My Waist is Down 2 inches since I started my diet! *happy*

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (1/31/09): 143.2lbs.

Current Stats
Date: 01/31/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 143.2 lbs.
Chest: 38.0
Waist: 29.0
Hips: 39.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 24.5 left 24.5 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Starting Pic (taken on 12/24/08) — Current (1/31/09)

Link to all of my Progress Pics – CLICK HERE

Progress Update Video

Diet Overview

As for my diet, there’s nothin really out of the ordinary to report – my diet is pretty much the same’ol thang every single day; with the exception of saturday when I’m allowed a treat meal.

Well today is Saturday and….
what was supposed to be a “treat meal” – was more like a treat BINGE.

For dinner I ate: (from Popeye’s)
large box of fries
red beans and rice
chicken leg and a thigh
biscuit
fried apple pie
bag famous amos cookies

Please excuse me while I slip into a food coma.

Training Overview

* Full Body Workouts – M/W/F
* Cardio Everyday

As for my training this week, my usual routine was flipped upside down. I think Danny just wants to prevent me from going through the motions with my workouts. And, I agree – change is good becuase, I do have a tendency to go into autopilot once I hit the gym. I must say, the flip was sort of weird at first and took a few sets to get used to it. But with that being said, it actually forced me to concentrate more on what I was doing. — Although Danny may change my routine back again (or to something else), the routine flip motivated me to Focus more on what I was doing and challenge myself harder than before….I don’t imagine myself going back into autopilot anytime soon. — I made quite a few Personal Bests this past week and….I’m hungry for more!

My Biceps measured 14″ today! *sweet*

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (1/24/09): 143.2lbs.

Current Stats
Date: 01/24/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 143.2 lbs.
Chest: 38.5
Waist: 29.5
Hips: 39.0
Biceps: 14.0 left 14.0 right
Thighs: 24.5 left 24.5 right

Starting Stats

Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Starting Pic (taken on 12/24/08) — Current (1/24/09)

Progress Update Video

Brief Overview
My weight is up one pound from last week and, my measurements are up in a few areas too. BUT, my chest is down a quarter of an inch (0.25″) this week so, I’m pretty happy to see that number dropping! Based on everything combined (weight, stats, and visually) there’s a strong indication that my composition is changing and, I couldn’t be happier or more excited about that.

Link to my Progress Pics – CLICK HERE

Diet Overview
My diet this week was pretty good; with the exception of Sunday’s dinner, when my girlfriend and I indulged on wine and, had creme brulee for dessert! *yummy* Btw, I did add a different element into my diet this week; Whey Protein. I am lactose intolerant and, yes, it is giving me tummy aches and bloating so, I may just stick solely to my egg protein from here on out; unless of course I get a bad craving for protein pancakes. ~ Only then would the pain be worth it!

Training Overview
* Full Body Workouts – M/W/F
* Cardio Everyday

As for my training, I hit the gym M/W/F and did Full Body Workouts. I did miss one session of cardio on Wednesday and, I missed one yesterday as well — basically, my left knee has been giving me problems all week. Believe me, I really wanted to do my cardio, I even got on different cardio equipment to see if that helped; no matter what I did my knee just wasn’t going to cooperate.

Starting Weight (12/26/08): 147lbs.
Current Weight (1/17/09): 144.4lbs.

Current Stats
Date: 01/17/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 144.4 lbs.
Chest: 37.75
Waist: 29.5
Hips: 39.5
Biceps:13.5 left 13.5 right
Thighs: 24.75 left 24.75 right

Stats
Date: 01/10/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 143.4 lbs.
Chest: 38.0
Waist: 29.5
Hips: 39.25
Biceps:13.5 left 13.5 right
Thighs: 24.25 left 24.25 right

Stats
Date: 01/03/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 145.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 30.0
Hips: 39.75
Biceps:13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 24.75 left 24.75 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

This week was great. And, I haven’t missed a single session of Cardio since I began my diet/training on 12/26/08. *pats self on back* I will admit one thing though….although I felt fine – the week just seemed to drag on forever. I haven’t felt time go by so slowly since I was a child waiting for Christmas! *lol* Seriously! After I took my measurements on saturday 1/3/09 – I was just so anxious for the week to go by because, I wanted take my stats and see my progress. *haha…I know, thats craziness*

I have a huge amount of confidence in my Diet Consultant (Danny Dettwiller) and in the meal plan that he has me on. Just look at the numbers….my weight is dropping at a healthy pace and, My measurements are dropping extremely well! 1.5″ off my waist and 1.5″ off my chest in two weeks – I’m blown away!

Here are Current Stats, Video Update, and Progress Pics.

Current Stats
Date: 01/10/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 143.4 lbs.
Chest: 38.0
Waist: 29.5
Hips: 39.25
Biceps:13.5 left 13.5 right
Thighs: 24.25 left 24.25 right

Stats
Date: 01/03/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 145.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 30.0
Hips: 39.75
Biceps:13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 24.75 left 24.75 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Video Update

Progress Pics

As many of you know, I started my Ketogenic Diet on 12/26/08. And although the first few days were pretty tough to endure, I managed to get through it. *I’m a tough cookie* Currently, my energy is high, my mood is steady, and I can hardly wait until next Saturdays weigh in!

BTW, in addition to taking Progress Photos, Measurements, and My Weight….I will also do a Video Update every Saturday too. Well sorry to keep it so short but, I gotta hurry and go do cardio!

Here are Current Stats, Video Update, and Progress Pics.

Current Stats
Date: 01/03/09
Height: 5′1″
Weight: 145.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 30.0
Hips: 39.75
Biceps:13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 24.75 left 24.75 right

Starting Stats
Date: 12/24/2008
Height: 5′1
Weight: 147.0 lbs.
Chest: 39.5
Waist: 31.0
Hips: 40.0
Biceps: 13.75 left 13.75 right
Thighs: 25.0 left 25.0 right

Video Update

Progress Pics