Miezimau-July Picture Updates, MIP + Novice

miezimau · 07-07-2006, 03:22 PM

ok well this past month was not a great month, and neither will be this month. Had a total Hysterectomy on June 12th and am still in recovery Period. Not allowed to lift or do cardio yet. Hoping to get the clearance by the end of this month.

Gained 5 lbs during this ordeal, but at least I got the insurance that I don't have cancer and all the precancerous cells were removed.
Current stats:
went from 160lbs to 165lbs
gained some inches back in waist and hips and of course these gains are not muscle, but pure fat well maybe a little water, since I am still very bloated in the abdominal area. I cannot bleieve that it can actually take up to 1 year to completely reside. Doc said it might take even longer since we are in high altitude and you heal slower in high altitude.

Hoping to get back into the swing once I get cleared. Eating wasn't the best either this past month and the beginning of this month. Trying to get back on the wagon starting Monday morning.

Here are some of the pics:

Most improved and Novice relaxed:

miezimau · 07-07-2006, 03:28 PM

and here are Novice
front dbl biceps
back dbl biceps
front lat
back lat

miezimau · 07-07-2006, 03:30 PM

and abs, mm, triceps, chest

DJohnson · 07-07-2006, 03:52 PM

Probably mainly water gain, being that you're not lifting and doing cardio you're not losing as much sodium through sweat or glycogen by lifting.

I'm sure you'll recover fast.

**Fitnfirm** · 07-07-2006, 04:56 PM

I see some improvement in your arms and shoulder and pec tie in area!!!! As far as the tummy goes, that gas they put in you to blow you up takes a while, it will be fine!!!!! Dont give up!!!!!! I think for what you have been through that you are a real trooper!!!!!!! :clapping: I admire your dedication!!!

DawnMarie · 07-07-2006, 11:25 PM

Miezimau,

Try not to worry about the weight, I am sure it is the water gain, swelling, etc. I am going to be in the boat you are in real soon with surgery setting me back and I have been told it does take a long time for the swelling, etc. to go away and I will weigh more afterward. I think that is totally normal. The more important thing is the reassurance for you, congratulations on that!

I have had a cancer scare myself and I know what that is like. Seeing you keep on with your logging and participating in IMPC, doing whatever you can while making sure you take time to heal is very inspiring. I love your attitude of focusing on the future and getting back on track and staying positive!

You are going to be better than ever soon and I can't wait to see what you've got in store over the coming months! Keep up the great job and attitude and hope you recover to 100% as soon as possible!!

Dawn

**Viperspit** · 07-09-2006, 01:56 PM

Miezimau, don't sweat the 5 pounds, hell that's nothing. good luck on your recovery, you'll be back at it in no time. just keep a good atttitude and the rest will come easy

**DarkFalcon** · 07-09-2006, 10:41 PM

Miezimau I admire your spirit and resolve. Keep the faith, you'll turn the corner and be back better then ever when you do.

JJ_Sungirl · 07-10-2006, 05:55 AM

Hey miss M

I'm glad to hear that you came out of your surgery safely and you're doing fine. You look great...I don't see bloat actually, you look very strong. Keep going at your own pace. We're all behind you.

Arghlita · 07-11-2006, 01:56 AM

Don't sweat your gain, especially from surgery. It should come right off again since it's mostly water. Still looking good and I hope to see even better pics next month!

dnyc99 · 07-12-2006, 03:17 AM

Don't know what else to add from what everyone else posted. I agree with JJ...I don't see any bloating...You're still lookn great!

I also admire your dedication and determination. You inspire me too.

Keep up the great work GF.

~D~

07-07-2006, 03:52 PM	#4
DJohnson IMPC Contestant Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 990 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 44	Probably mainly water gain, being that you're not lifting and doing cardio you're not losing as much sodium through sweat or glycogen by lifting. I'm sure you'll recover fast. __________________ Age: 21 Height: 5'10.5" Mar, 2001: 135lbs @ ~14% Nov, 2004: 245lbs @ ~40% Feb, 2006: 188lbs @ 20.1% - Hydrostatic Tested Dec, 2006: 168lbs @ 5.5% - 7 Point Caliper Tested BULKING FOR A LONG TIME NOW Long Term Goal: Over 200lbs @ 8%

07-07-2006, 11:25 PM	#6
DawnMarie IMPC Contestant Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 876 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 34	Miezimau, Try not to worry about the weight, I am sure it is the water gain, swelling, etc. I am going to be in the boat you are in real soon with surgery setting me back and I have been told it does take a long time for the swelling, etc. to go away and I will weigh more afterward. I think that is totally normal. The more important thing is the reassurance for you, congratulations on that! I have had a cancer scare myself and I know what that is like. Seeing you keep on with your logging and participating in IMPC, doing whatever you can while making sure you take time to heal is very inspiring. I love your attitude of focusing on the future and getting back on track and staying positive! You are going to be better than ever soon and I can't wait to see what you've got in store over the coming months! Keep up the great job and attitude and hope you recover to 100% as soon as possible!! Dawn __________________ Nov 2008 - ??? - IMPC '08 is on! Nov 2007 - 158.4 lb - Saw Abs! Nov 2004 - 282.5 lbs My Transformation: Transformation Story My Journal: DawnMarie's Bounce Back Journal @ OSB

07-12-2006, 03:17 AM	#11
dnyc99 IMPC Contestant Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 4,018 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 179	Don't know what else to add from what everyone else posted. I agree with JJ...I don't see any bloating...You're still lookn great! I also admire your dedication and determination. You inspire me too. Keep up the great work GF. ~D~ __________________

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07-07-2006, 04:56 PM	#5
Fitnfirm Spanky Doodle ! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Muscle Land Posts: 1,819 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 45	I see some improvement in your arms and shoulder and pec tie in area!!!! As far as the tummy goes, that gas they put in you to blow you up takes a while, it will be fine!!!!! Dont give up!!!!!! I think for what you have been through that you are a real trooper!!!!!!! :clapping: I admire your dedication!!!

07-09-2006, 01:56 PM	#7
Viperspit Incognito Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 680 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 14	Miezimau, don't sweat the 5 pounds, hell that's nothing. good luck on your recovery, you'll be back at it in no time. just keep a good atttitude and the rest will come easy

07-09-2006, 10:41 PM	#8
DarkFalcon I've got a RAGING clue! Join Date: May 2005 Location: dnyc99's cleaning staff Posts: 11,511 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 299	Miezimau I admire your spirit and resolve. Keep the faith, you'll turn the corner and be back better then ever when you do.

07-10-2006, 05:55 AM	#9
JJ_Sungirl Pink Members Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Vancouver, B.C. Posts: 1,421 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 27	Hey miss M I'm glad to hear that you came out of your surgery safely and you're doing fine. You look great...I don't see bloat actually, you look very strong. Keep going at your own pace. We're all behind you.

07-11-2006, 01:56 AM	#10
Arghlita IMPC Contestant Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Northern VA Posts: 299 Recipes: 0 Rep Power: 6	Don't sweat your gain, especially from surgery. It should come right off again since it's mostly water. Still looking good and I hope to see even better pics next month!