Ok ladies..don't laugh at me...

MrsDrinkh20 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 08:53 AM

Ok ladies..don't laugh at me...

So I know you will thikn I am nuts and I might take this down for fear of being made fun of but I am going to do something that I never though I would do. (other than buy denim leggings ). With the help of a nutritionist and trainer, I am going to try to gain some muscle...yeah, you heard me that will mean gaining weight! Ah! lol

Here's the deal. I have always wanted a lean muscular look. I have never had muscle ever and after training like a fiend and seeing NO results whatsoever, we decided that I need to up my food intake to get to where I want to be. SO for the next few months I will be focusing on gainingm uscle...Iwould say 'bulking' but its really only 3-5 pounds...but on a small person that can mean my pants won't fit!

DH fully supports this and wants me to achieve my goals but also to realize that a couple of pounds won't kill me and I can still be happy! (he is nervous for me for when we have kids...I have to admit, I am too! So perhas this is the best move possible

I don't know why i am writing this, I guess I could just use a little cheering on! Evangeline Lilly, your arms will be mine!!

VallieGirl Posted: Feb 18, 2010 08:59 AM

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That's awesome!!

Good for you, I'm sure you will do great. Ohhhh how I wish I had a couple of lbs to gain.....LOL

Good luck to you!!

LadyDuda81509 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 09:00 AM

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Good for you!!! you are soo itty bitty that i dont think 5lb would really do anything!! and its not like its going to be 5lb of fat! its going to be muscle so you are going to look super hot!!!!

AugustBridein09 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 09:00 AM

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I think thats awesome! Go for it.

Tomlaur0808 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 09:02 AM

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I say go for it Lau! YOU CAN DO IT! & believe me - coming from a fat a$$ like myself - I am in NO position to jugde ANYONE! You ultimately need to do what is right & healthiest for you - no matter what anyone else says. It sounds like this is a very health conscious decision for you in the long run too - good for you! You have my total support! YOU GO GIRL! MUAH!

julesrbf Posted: Feb 18, 2010 09:13 AM

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Posted by LadyDuda81509

Good for you!!! you are soo itty bitty that i dont think 5lb would really do anything!! and its not like its going to be 5lb of fat! its going to be muscle so you are going to look super hot!!!!

ITA!!!

MirabellaNYC Posted: Feb 18, 2010 09:31 AM

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You're going to look fabulous!! Go for it!

Dreemer107 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 10:20 AM

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No one can laugh at you for trying to achieve your goals! If thats what its going to take to get you to the place you want to be with your body, than go for it!

By the way, I really admire your dedication...i wish i had that same drive.

You can do it!

Ivyqueenz Posted: Feb 18, 2010 10:23 AM

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Lauren nobody can judge you for wanting be healthy! I think you are doing something fantastic so I say good luck and we know you can achieve your goal!

Jenth Posted: Feb 18, 2010 10:36 AM

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Thats great! You'll be great motivation for those of us who need it!!

VickiR510 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 10:47 AM

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Absolutely Lauren. A few years ago before i hurt my back i trained & got very thin & then gained alot of muscle. I wanted that look. Think Jillian Michaels. My abs were rock hard & visible. My arms & legs were as well. Thankfully i retained most of it but of course after a year and a half of not working out to that level its been hard to get it back & i need to lose weight (10 lbs) again of course ill always have those rock hard runners legs & my arms are pretty good but its just not the same. So i wish you lots of luck & i think you will feel much better about yourself when you see the pay off at the end. I hoep to see you there soon! lol

The gaining weight doesnt mean anything when its muscle mass. Its a good thing. That why i always say dont worry about the scale. Its all how you feel!

REMEMBER EVERYONE - Look at yourself in the mirror everday & be thankful for a body that is mobile & able to go to extraordinary lengths. Even if not perfect love who you are & how you look. There are so many people who arent able to walk or have the useof their body at all. We are very lucky.

FutureMrsG Posted: Feb 18, 2010 11:22 AM

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You are going to look even more amazing then you already do!

pandafish519 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 11:26 AM

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good for you! you know whats best for you and what will make you happy so go for it!!!

and about being prego - i wouldn't worry about it! you are a heathy girl and that is a really good thing to go into being prego! and its great that you work out so much! i wish i had been in more of a routine when i got pregnant. it will make your pregnancy easier and you wlll feel fantastic! and you'll bounce back even faster!!

gina409 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 12:05 PM

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good for you lauren!!!!!!!

i say d whatever makes you happy

but i want you to always remember you would be gorgeous at any weight

FinallyMrsB18 Posted: Feb 18, 2010 12:20 PM

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Goooooooooooooo Lauren!!!!!!!!!! You can do it!!!!!

It will be so worth it. Try not to focus on the numbers on the scale so much, and more on how your body feels & looks. My DH constantly struggles with this also. He does this insane swat team work out, and is getting more muscular everyday. However he will not like the number he sees on the scale. It is all about balance. Now go get pumped up!!!!!!!! We are here for you!!!!
As for the baby thing I am 23 weeks preggo and only gained about 5 pounds so far which you would think is great. I guess it is but I still am getting the huge belly. So even if you don't gain much it can defin have an effect, I am also very short.