I've been trying to follow all the recent talk about BFL - as work permits, been pretty busy lately. I started thinking more and more about it and have tried reading through a few of the articles and sites Nat posted. I must say I am definitely intrigued. Intrigued enough to start some high intensity interval training on my treadmill instead of my usual hop on, warm up for 3 minutes, run for 25, and cool down. I must say, I have been a little tired this week but the workouts feel incredible. I didn't realize you could get so much more out of 30 minutes on the treadmill while even covering less distance. I know there is a lot more to BFL than that but it got me thinking. Then I saw all the transformation pictures on the Yahoo Club site. I was sold. Now I just have to wait for payday this Friday so I can make a few purchases, starting with the book, some weights, and a few supplements I haven't purchased in the past. I also plan on getting some calipers to measure my body fat and taking some pics (Yuck).
My questions are - is this enough to get me started (with the treadmill I already have)? Back before I pumped out three kids in four years I ran an occasional traithlon and use to cross train quite a bit. I know I do not have that amount of free time to get me to a pool or even on a bike. When you say we need to change our workout every 4 weeks, can that be changed sufficiently by still using a treadmill and weights? Anything else I need to purchase or do beforehand ?
I think the biggest factor for me will be the 8 hours of sleep. I can't remember the last time I slept for 8 hours. Sounds kinda nice actually. I am already eating a few smaller meals throughout the day (although I am sure that will need adjusting) and, thanks to this site, am consuming more veggies, berries, and water.
ANyway, I am planning on giving this a go starting Saturday, yes, hopefully I'll be reading a lot on Friday. I think it must be a sign because that is exactly 12 weeks before my husband and I leave for our vacation in the keys. Look out bikini!
Thanks everyone, especially Nat for all the great guidance, information, and dedication.