How to start

feeds@yuku.com (kamkya) — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 18:11:56 GMT

Hi there

I notice that the NZ BFL site says that I am to buy a starter pack to get a BFL entry form, a couple of questions;

1 - Is there no other way that I can get an entry form? ( I know previously you could just get one)
2 - Is it possible to start my 12 weeks without the entry pack (financial reasons)? and if so, how do they know when you started the challenge

Many Thanks
A keen newbie!

March 2009 start

feeds@yuku.com (BellaRache) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 05:51:44 GMT

Good Morning

I'm on Day 2 of my challenge. I'm off to a great start, even managing to get up at 630am after being up several times at night with my youngest.
I am the Diet queen. I've tried pretty much everything that is out there with not much success. So I thought I'd try a different tack & actually just eat eat sensibly & exercise - mmmm...wonder why I've never tried that before

CALLING ALL NEWBIES!

feeds@yuku.com (Kek) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 17:01:26 GMT

Right! So it's well past New Year, and if you planned for 2009 to be the year of change, now would be a great time to start.

If you feel unsure, like you don't really belong, nervous about committing to something like this, or have any other doubts or reservations, take heart - we ALL felt the same way at the beginning of our own journeys. Body for LIFE works. It's...

Back with a vengence

feeds@yuku.com (thisler) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 19:17:13 GMT

Hi all,

I am Thisler (Theo) and I am from Sydney.
I recently found all of my training journals and am amazed at the effort I went through to achieve a better body.
My first challenge was in May 2004 & the second challenge followed and only 3 weeks into it (and at the best i have ever looked) I had a freak snowboarding accident leaving my shoulder not in a good state.

I did do another challenge starting November 2006 but didnt achieve good results. I didnt...

Where is Everyone?

feeds@yuku.com (diamonds08) — Tue, 09 Dec 2008 14:08:08 GMT

Hiya
Where is everyone and what are you all doing? I come on here regularly for inspiration and to read others post - but doesnt seem to much action on here lately?
Me, Im good. Kids are good (both had there birthdays last week and turned 3yrs and 5yrs old! - where does the time go?). Thinking I may do another BFL challenge next year. Need to have a goal set x

Few Questions

feeds@yuku.com (Charity) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 07:23:56 GMT

Hi.

I was looking at starting Body for Life and I had a few questions that I couldn't find the answers to in the book.

I was wondering what activities like Yoga or Tai Chi counted as with regards to exercise? They don't seem to be either aerobic or weight training.

Also, I'm currently on a student allowance that barely covers my rent so there's no way I can afford to go to the gym or buy any exercise equipment or the supplements. Is there any...

life after 12 weeks

feeds@yuku.com (jennypenny) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 06:58:23 GMT

Hi all

just like to check in and say ive just ticked off one of my after body for life 12 weeks goals(to climb a mountain before i turn 50.

-just returned from climbing Mt hikurangi. we got hail rain wind severe sun and even a sprinkling of snow on the way up.
got to just below summit(the trig) through the rock slide chute.turned back through high wind gusts.

so will be returning to climb on my 50th next year.

what an awesome experience unthinkable...

5 Weeks In

feeds@yuku.com (stujames) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:33:58 GMT

Hi All, Stu here 36 year old father of two doing my first challenge and loving it.
Starting Stats 6ft 96kg's chest 111cm, waist 108cm.
Goal, lose weight (12kg) and gain muscle,
Had my weight and measures done at 4 weeks and had lost 4kg, 7cm off chest and 4cm off waist,
still along way to go but happy with the results so far, doing the BFL through my gym and have a great trainer...

Hey Guys!

feeds@yuku.com (nzwml) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:17:10 GMT

Just wanted to say hi!

I have recently started a weight loss change in my life and am trying to do it right first time with some guidance along the way.

Current Info: Live in Auckland, NZ. Work fulltime at an insurance company (life/health).

Weight: Around 160kg
Goal Weight: 100kg (in 6-8 months - or just down so my belly is flat, chest is flat and thighs/arms are down)
Height: 6'4"
Age: 20

You can see why I need/want to change,...

Hi from jennypenny

feeds@yuku.com (jennypenny) — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 15:09:09 GMT

Hi all im now week ten.what an amazing journey . last weekend i was struck by the flu/tummybug virus doing the rounds so ithis week has really been a plod thru some upper lower body workouts and a slow hill walk just to keep momentum going.

I am nearly 49(oct) have 3 adult sons living oz/nz and two teenage daughters still at home. I cant believe ive almost competed THE CHALLENGE it has been life changing physically mentally and emotionally too.

to everyone else either...

New challenge starting 01 Sept 2008

feeds@yuku.com (MjrRotter) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:53:58 GMT

Hi all

I'm going to be starting my challenge in 1 week and 6 days (medical reasons). If any challengers live in Welly and want to meet up (like a support group type thing), I would be keen.

I will be buying all my EAS supplements this week, and will chalk out my week 1 plan this weekend. So, if more experienced people have any helpful hints, it would be awesome. I'm raring to go really. My goal is to lose about 12 - 15kgs in the 12 weeks.

I'm...

Come in and say hi

feeds@yuku.com (wada) — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 20:53:05 GMT

Hi everyone,

Where do I start? Well I've decided to do the BFL as I've had enough of hibernating for the past year or so and need to get off my butt to get back in shape.

I'm married with 3 children under 10 and a stay at home dad. Left the NZ Police 14 months ago after 8 years as wasn't spending enough time with the kids and been having a blast. Unfortunately I've also been piling on the kilos during this time as no longer playing rugby or cricket...

My 12 weeks starts tomorrow!

feeds@yuku.com (RachM) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:03:04 GMT

Hello everyone,

My name is Rach and my BFL journey starts tomorrow. I have completely a (half-hearted) BFL challenge about 5 years ago. I know why I didn't achieve the results I was after and am determined to this time around. I have 3 kids under 3 1/2, so my bod is in dire need of this...

I look forward to chatting and must say you are all very inspiring!

Rach

Body For Life Application Form Qs

feeds@yuku.com (diamonds08) — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:10:39 GMT

Hi. Silly question but since Im in Aussie and they havent sent me out an actual body for life competition form - I have been told to download the US one. Do I have to print out the whole guide (17 pages) with the before and after pic things etc, or can I just print out the important stuff that I need to enter the competition. Hope that makes sense. Just that my printer is running low on ink. Thank heaps. YAY for NZ, they have there kit out now!
Thanks

BFL Competiton Etc

feeds@yuku.com (diamonds08) — Fri, 30 May 2008 14:22:28 GMT

Hi. My name is Ang and I am 9 weeks into my BFL competition! Had great results, and very happy that I am able to fit smaller clothes (any excuse to buy new clothes, lol). Anyway I was wondering. They have a magazine here, in Australia called the Womens Health and Fitness and they have a 12 week competition running yearly. Can I enter the BFL competition and this one too, as they are both 12 weeks and done at the same time? I have used EAS products and the Bill Phillips Workout and...

Hi to Everyone - Doing BFL

feeds@yuku.com (diamonds08) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 20:53:12 GMT

Hiya. My name is Ang and Im doing the BFL 12 week challenge. I have completed 3 weeks already and am seeing results. I have been reading this forum site since I started BFL but have finally logged in and am able to introduce myself and ask questions. Im not too sure if I should ask my qs here, or in another thread? Anyway I will fire away....I am wanting to lose weight, build muscle/tone etc. I have lost lots of cms off my body which is great as I can fit into my smaller clothes but the...

Hello

feeds@yuku.com (mynxt) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 19:58:31 GMT

Hi,

Third time lucky maybe... tried before and lost everything!

37, single mum, wake up hit the gym type of person. Easier to start the day this way than try and fit it between work and life. Train with a trainer once a week. He actually put me onto BFL and now will probably regret it...lol... all the questions I've been asking him. Don't train the BFL way, but definitely eating that way.

Probably post every now and then, but definitely one of the quiet...

A few questions.

feeds@yuku.com (Amyoplex Lite) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 10:47:38 GMT

Hey everyone,

I'm Amy, and I'm an avid Bill Phillips fan and also a newcomer to the Body-for-Life program.

I began the workout schedule 4 weeks ago, and it's been great, although the eating part I have a few questions about.

Firstly; sometimes I find that I'm ravenously hungry, and I think I'm cutting my portions a bit too low. I'm used to eating a LOT of food, as I have always been able to eat large and maintain a healthy weight. I am...

I'm off to a good start

feeds@yuku.com (shayshayshay) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 18:30:40 GMT

Hi every one,

My name is Shay. I live on the usually sunny Sunshine Coast. I have just started week 4 and starting to notice a change in my shape.....unfortunately the only change so far is a smaller chest.

I have a two boys one is 3 this month and the other is 2 in August.

My questions are to the mums out there;

Are there any mums who have completed BFL or...

Just about to start....

feeds@yuku.com (kaqrine) — Thu, 27 Mar 2008 13:49:12 GMT

Hi All,

Im Cat, a kiwi living in Sydney... Ive just started my first BFL challenge this Tuesday as a way of getting back in shape after a long layoff due to injuries and a chronic illness.

Im really hoping to drop some (ummm 30 kgs would be nice) weight and come out with a nice fit looking body shape, Im guessing this may take two challenges so one now and then a second probably starting in August.

I guess I have three body for life general questions:
1....

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