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that Blows! I hope you get better soon!!

I hope I don't get that crap, the people at my school seem to not understand how to cover their mouths when they sneeze or how to wash their hands properly. it's ridiculous!

Thanks for all of the resources!! you guys rock my socks

I am able to find plenty of articles on ED, but am still having troubles on finding info on the effects of the diet.

The only thing I come across is about excess protein on bones.

Do any of you have suggestions about other effects of a typical bodybuilders diet on the body and it's organs?

Freakin Sweet!! congrats

I used to take my Ipod to the gym, now I don't and all they play there is the sissiest of the sissy from Top 40. Lady Gaga and Swift Taylor sure make me wanna bench press 100 f*ing pounds

they have mtvu on at the gym at my school, it's the same situation. crap crap crap

Just wanted to post this photo of my back. this picture was at my wedding in 2006, the year I first started lifting (not seriously or for the purpose of competing, just to loose weight...which worked!) I just like my back in this photo.

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this was before the back tattoo

candyflip I am so glad you entered!!!!!!!! I was hoping you would you look freaking amazing!!

Thanks for the resources. My school has an account, but it's been hard to find actual scientific articles since it also searches for online and magazine articles. Any suggestions of what I should put into the search engine that might produce better findings? I'll try orthorexia and Steven Bratman.

I didn't want to actually site the China Study (I'm not allowed to cite books) I wanted to see what studies he may have sited in the back.

???? anything ????

I am taking a psychology class this semester on eating (normal and abnormal) and I have to write a large paper at the middle/end of the semester on any persons (or groups) eating behavior. I have to have at least 9 or so scientific journal articles in the paper (all dated after 1999)

I am writing my paper on the eating behaviors of bodybuilders and want to focus on eating disorders that occur in the sport (both in men and women) and am also looking for any information on the effects of the diet on bodily function (such as heart health and kidney function)

I wanted to look in the China Study for information on High protein diets and their effect on the body but we let someone at Myke’s work borrow it.

If anyone knows of any good scientific journals I could use I’d appreciate the help! Thanks guys

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Are you looking for theater make-up or just make-up in general?

While I was in Florida for a funeral I got to see my husbands family. We were hanging out with the nieces and nephews playing a ferrari racing video game when our 8 year old nephew said " Uncle Myke, is racing ferraris vegan?'

I didn't get into the details of it with him, but in this false reality where I can afford to have a ferrari to race I assume that I could get it without leather seats

Just had to share

Looks like that competition may have to be pushed back a bit more (we'll have to see)

I saw the doc on monday at Hopkins and finally got a diagnosis!! ready?!?! I have neurogenic thoracic outlet. Which means basically that all this irritation for the past year is caused by compression. you can read all about it here;

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That's awesome that they have Vega!! I'll have to check it out

I've decided to start competing next year...financially I can't do it!

on another note, I have my appointment with the shoulder doc at hopkins in an hour... i'll keep ya'll posted

I'll enter but don't laugh!

congrats! It will be kool to follow your blog and see how your train with your pregnancy. All my best to you and the baby!

I second this! it would be cool also to see what you're eating while pregnant and training.

Tall (I'm 5'8"... well in heels much taller...)

I just have no clue how the whole stage walk goes and what goes on back stage. basically competition prep. tanning and the like.

WOW! congrats!! and welcome back home! =) I was camping @ assateague not too long ago and meant to write and ask if you knew of some secret place that has vegan food. I can never find anything out that way

Haven't posted anything in a while....

Still training hard (and heavy)

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I've been looking into some local shows..still undecided about entering this year or waiting until next year to start. I haven't been good with my diet (eating a bit junky,especially on my birthday, but starting to clean it up again) I've been trying to add more foods, and trying to figure out the right kinds to add. my problem is i'm always hungry!!!

As far as the shows I've been looking into:

October 17, 2009 - Baltimore, MD

OCB Charm City Classic (Bodybuilding, Figure)

-or-

November 13, 2009 - Washington, DC

OCB Yorton Cup National Figure Championships (IFPA Open Double Pro Qualifier and Masters Pro Qualifier).

OCB Stars & Stripes Novice Figure Championships

I think i would do alright body wise (still hoping to gain some in my upper body-legs are coming along)..I'm more concerned with not knowing how things work (turns and stuff.) Maybe I'll just go to these shows to see what happens when, get some help and compete next year.

knock 'em dead!!

yea octo there's no way you had anything to drink that must have been sparkling apple juice in that yard long glass...

here are a few of the photos from the weekend, I'll try to add a few more

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They actually make fabric markers- not sure how much they fade but I'm sure if you go to your local craft store someone there could help you.

Have a safe flight!! looking forward to this weekend

That's what I was thinking, do you have any suggestions on where I should be adding more calories?

I don't think protein is an issue, I have been eating more than ever before..WAY more!