May Day Challenge: Week 6 Daily Chat Thread---LETS GO LADIES!
We are starting week 6---we are past the halfway mark! WOO HOO! I hope we are all doing well and keeping up the momentum. This is the thread to post about whatever you need or want to to help you attain your challenge goal!
Believe in yourself. Set a plan. Follow the plan. Know you can do it.
ARE WE GOING TO BE APRIL FOOLS: NO! Let’s not fool ourselves and lets not be fools. Loosing weight is HARD. It is work. There are huge bumps…but don’t fool around. You can do it. Treat yourself well. Believe you can do it.
Mini-challenge: Don’t be a fool---because you are NOT! What is the one thing that you consistently have problems with? Recognize it this week. Face it. Be honest with yourself. Why do you keep doing it then? Is there any good reason? Can you come up with a way to change that behavoir. The only foolish thing is NOT changing what doesn’t work.
MAKE IT A GREAT WEEK!
Full Version: May Day Challenge: Week 6 Daily Chat
Hey all.
I appologize: I haven't even had time to read over in the chat thread from last week, so have no idea what y'all are up to. Me, just busy and keeping a low profile. Getting workouts in, but food is not going well. I have no doubt my weigt is between 173-176, but haven't weighed in. Will probably not WI until I return from my business trip (I'm out of town from 8-12 April)...actually, while I travel, I do well with food, because there is nothing sitting around in my hotel room at night to eat (and I WON'T go to vending machines)...so, I'm good during the day and then, my hard time---night---is taken care of.
Tomorrow we go to the pediatric endochronologist and we'll get more information regarding Vicky. Likely more tests (I'm guess just a blood draw tomorrow), but unsure if they're going to want to scan the thyroid---we'll see (I hope no need to biopsy it for her). I plan to return to work that afternoon, but it all depends.
Gotta get going, just wanted to get Week 6 started. Oh, that reminds me (can you tell, I type as I think, lol). The whole "don't be a fool" thing came out of something that happened this weekend. Without getting into detail about how this came up, I realized this weekend how truely lazy I have been lately about a lot of things...taking the way easy way out and not making an effort. Yes, I have been lazy and not stepping foward to do what needs to be done and take charge of what I need to do. Yes, I've been a fool. I know what my personal challenges are and I'm tired of being a fool about them. I need to be honest with myself and step up to the (non food) plate---this is for many things, not just weight loss...I have been fooling myself lately and its time to stop. That probably made no sense to many of you...I certainly didn't want to call any of you fools, so please don't think I meant that!
Have a great week everyone!
I appologize: I haven't even had time to read over in the chat thread from last week, so have no idea what y'all are up to. Me, just busy and keeping a low profile. Getting workouts in, but food is not going well. I have no doubt my weigt is between 173-176, but haven't weighed in. Will probably not WI until I return from my business trip (I'm out of town from 8-12 April)...actually, while I travel, I do well with food, because there is nothing sitting around in my hotel room at night to eat (and I WON'T go to vending machines)...so, I'm good during the day and then, my hard time---night---is taken care of.
Tomorrow we go to the pediatric endochronologist and we'll get more information regarding Vicky. Likely more tests (I'm guess just a blood draw tomorrow), but unsure if they're going to want to scan the thyroid---we'll see (I hope no need to biopsy it for her). I plan to return to work that afternoon, but it all depends.
Gotta get going, just wanted to get Week 6 started. Oh, that reminds me (can you tell, I type as I think, lol). The whole "don't be a fool" thing came out of something that happened this weekend. Without getting into detail about how this came up, I realized this weekend how truely lazy I have been lately about a lot of things...taking the way easy way out and not making an effort. Yes, I have been lazy and not stepping foward to do what needs to be done and take charge of what I need to do. Yes, I've been a fool. I know what my personal challenges are and I'm tired of being a fool about them. I need to be honest with myself and step up to the (non food) plate---this is for many things, not just weight loss...I have been fooling myself lately and its time to stop. That probably made no sense to many of you...I certainly didn't want to call any of you fools, so please don't think I meant that!
Have a great week everyone!
Hi everyone. Jen it amazes me how creative you are each week with motivating us. Good luck with your daughter and with your mini challenge. I am going to say I have been foolish and lazy when it comes to really keeping track of what I eat. No exchanges, No calories, No writing whatsoever. So this week I am challenging myself to write it all down. Even if I have to figure the exchanges or calories later on.
Wanted to thank all of you for joining me in my party to celebrate goal and for all the wonderful wishes and gifts. I hope to celebrate my one year anniversary on maintence with all of you. Let's all keep going. Who will be our next guest of honor?
Had another 100% day yesterday and going for another today. Thanks again everyone and thanks JENNY!!!!
Donna
Wanted to thank all of you for joining me in my party to celebrate goal and for all the wonderful wishes and gifts. I hope to celebrate my one year anniversary on maintence with all of you. Let's all keep going. Who will be our next guest of honor?
Had another 100% day yesterday and going for another today. Thanks again everyone and thanks JENNY!!!!
Donna
Hi ladies! Like Jen, I don't know EVERYTHING that's going on with you guys right now. I skimmed the posts from late last week/weekend this morning. Hoping to be able to keep in touch this week.
I went way off program all weekend long! I did get my exercise in on Friday and a little bit yesterday (had my first kickball game... and we WON!), but not nearly what I wanted to do. I did have a small SCALE victory this week.... My scales dropped to 156.5 pounds! I was SHOCKED. Of course this happened the day AFTER my WI at JC. It was back up to 159 this morning, but I think that's due to TOM and the beer I drank yesterday during/after kickball.
I did catch a few things from the posts last week... 2beslim's "Itsy bitsy bikini!" I'm inspired, SO... I just ordered a bikini at jcrew.com. Not a TANKini, but a real BIKINI. I'm so nervous about it, but I'm going to use it as motivation and hopefully I'll feel confident enough to wear it by the time Memorial Day rolls around (would be even better if I felt good enough in it to wear next month in Florida).
So, I will NOT BE FOOLED by peer pressure! Really, no one actually pressures me into having a beer or eating junk food but it's so easy to do when I'm out in social situations and "everyone else is doing it!" I'm going to work on self-control and maybe even decline a few invitations when I'm feeling vulnerable.
Also, thank you all for your encouraging words last week. You're right.. I CAN DO THIS and it makes me so much more confident of that because of your motivation. Thanks!
Donna - Congrats on hitting GOAL. You know we want to see before and after pictures now. I'm sure you look fabulous!
Jen - Good luck with Vicky's testing. There was an article on realage.com last week about Celiac disease. Dr. Oz said, just like you, that it often goes undiagnosed. Here's the link:
http://www.realage.com/GICenter/Articles.aspx?aid=10408
Hope everyone else is having a healthy Monday!
Sarah
I went way off program all weekend long! I did get my exercise in on Friday and a little bit yesterday (had my first kickball game... and we WON!), but not nearly what I wanted to do. I did have a small SCALE victory this week.... My scales dropped to 156.5 pounds! I was SHOCKED. Of course this happened the day AFTER my WI at JC. It was back up to 159 this morning, but I think that's due to TOM and the beer I drank yesterday during/after kickball.
I did catch a few things from the posts last week... 2beslim's "Itsy bitsy bikini!" I'm inspired, SO... I just ordered a bikini at jcrew.com. Not a TANKini, but a real BIKINI. I'm so nervous about it, but I'm going to use it as motivation and hopefully I'll feel confident enough to wear it by the time Memorial Day rolls around (would be even better if I felt good enough in it to wear next month in Florida).
So, I will NOT BE FOOLED by peer pressure! Really, no one actually pressures me into having a beer or eating junk food but it's so easy to do when I'm out in social situations and "everyone else is doing it!" I'm going to work on self-control and maybe even decline a few invitations when I'm feeling vulnerable.
Also, thank you all for your encouraging words last week. You're right.. I CAN DO THIS and it makes me so much more confident of that because of your motivation. Thanks!
Donna - Congrats on hitting GOAL. You know we want to see before and after pictures now. I'm sure you look fabulous!
Jen - Good luck with Vicky's testing. There was an article on realage.com last week about Celiac disease. Dr. Oz said, just like you, that it often goes undiagnosed. Here's the link:
http://www.realage.com/GICenter/Articles.aspx?aid=10408
Hope everyone else is having a healthy Monday!
Sarah
Jen – I really appreciate you keeping our challenge going with all that is going on in your life. Tomorrow is April 1 use it as a fresh start.
Sarah – I am LOL at you ordering the bikini. I want pictures!!!! I am not that brave yet but am contemplating. Peer pressure is a hard thing. I am with you. I will not be fooled by that evil food that is forever showing up at my office or those kind neighbors always drinking wine on my patio (now that the weather is turning nice).
I am having another 100% day – tracking it all and even with a surprise dinner guest; modified the menu a little and stayed on track. Just my JC treat to go and feel in control.
I went back to the gym today; skiing is hard work but that teacher is insane. I know every part of me will be sore tomorrow.
I am counting on being at goal before Donna reaches her 1 year celebration. Who is coming with me??
Vickie
Sarah – I am LOL at you ordering the bikini. I want pictures!!!! I am not that brave yet but am contemplating. Peer pressure is a hard thing. I am with you. I will not be fooled by that evil food that is forever showing up at my office or those kind neighbors always drinking wine on my patio (now that the weather is turning nice).
I am having another 100% day – tracking it all and even with a surprise dinner guest; modified the menu a little and stayed on track. Just my JC treat to go and feel in control.
I went back to the gym today; skiing is hard work but that teacher is insane. I know every part of me will be sore tomorrow.
I am counting on being at goal before Donna reaches her 1 year celebration. Who is coming with me??
Vickie
Hi everyone. Jen, I loved your lead in - getting me ready for April 1st. 
Good luck with the pediatric endochronologist. I have a good friend whose son has the gene for celiac disease but they caught it early enough that there wasn't a lot of damage to his system. Sarah, glad that you are feeling re-energized and motivated. I love when the scale dips even for a day - it foreshadows what is to come soon. Try on that bikini every couple of days when you are needing to encourage yourself. I dug out an old bikini tonight to try it on. My cup literally runneth over but certainly getting closer than I've been in years. Donna, good for you for keeping it 100%. Writing it down will help you keep track and more conscious about what you're eating. I like Helen Wheels suggestion to write things down before you eat them. I've been doing that when I'm home. Of course, my 4 yo thought it was funny that Mommy was checking things off on her list, so one day he X'd out my list without my realizing it. Then, when I went to check something off, at first I thought, wow how did I already eat most of my food for the week. Lol. I second the thank you to Jen and I'll ride your coat-tails to goal hopefully some time this summer. Vickie, good for you for being 100% and getting to the gym. It will pay off!!! I worked out today 45 minutes on the elliptical on level 5 with average hr of 145. I am sore tonight. I did have 1 piece of whole wheat with 1 slice of turkey breast as my hungry add-on and that helped. The deli man thought I was strange when I asked him to first weight the slice to tell me what would be an ounce before filling the order. Lol. I had a scale victory today that had me feeling really good. I weighed myself at the gym and was pleased to be able to move just the 100 lb weight on the bottom and the top weight to 47 (rather than having to move the 100 and 50 lb on the bottom and move the top one too as I did just two weeks ago).
Good luck with the pediatric endochronologist. I have a good friend whose son has the gene for celiac disease but they caught it early enough that there wasn't a lot of damage to his system. Sarah, glad that you are feeling re-energized and motivated. I love when the scale dips even for a day - it foreshadows what is to come soon. Try on that bikini every couple of days when you are needing to encourage yourself. I dug out an old bikini tonight to try it on. My cup literally runneth over but certainly getting closer than I've been in years. Donna, good for you for keeping it 100%. Writing it down will help you keep track and more conscious about what you're eating. I like Helen Wheels suggestion to write things down before you eat them. I've been doing that when I'm home. Of course, my 4 yo thought it was funny that Mommy was checking things off on her list, so one day he X'd out my list without my realizing it. Then, when I went to check something off, at first I thought, wow how did I already eat most of my food for the week. Lol. I second the thank you to Jen and I'll ride your coat-tails to goal hopefully some time this summer. Vickie, good for you for being 100% and getting to the gym. It will pay off!!! I worked out today 45 minutes on the elliptical on level 5 with average hr of 145. I am sore tonight. I did have 1 piece of whole wheat with 1 slice of turkey breast as my hungry add-on and that helped. The deli man thought I was strange when I asked him to first weight the slice to tell me what would be an ounce before filling the order. Lol. I had a scale victory today that had me feeling really good. I weighed myself at the gym and was pleased to be able to move just the 100 lb weight on the bottom and the top weight to 47 (rather than having to move the 100 and 50 lb on the bottom and move the top one too as I did just two weeks ago).
Hi everyone... Happy Monday! 
First I have to say to Donna... So sorry I missed your Goal Party! I brought you a t-shirt from the FooFighters concerts... It's one of those extra small rocker girl shirts that hug the curves in all the right places! This one you have to be particularly hot to pull off since it's got Dave Grohl's ugly mug on the front of it. So, only the hottest of the hotties can make it look great... you're one of them now! Okay... in all seriousness, my real gift is big old hug of congratulations and thanks. Congratulations for making your goal... and thanks for being an inspiration. I'm so proud of you and thankful for having your support on these boards. You're the best!
So, i'm just back from Vancouver and the FooFighters concert. It was a great show and I had a fabulous time. I didn't do great with the eating, but it was a conscious decision. I decided that it was going to be a couple of cheat days for me. I didn't overdo it though. I mean I didn't eat chips or dessert or soda or ice cream or anything like that. I just ate larger meals and allowed myself a couple extra glasses of wine and didn't count anything. So, I won't be surprised if I'm up on the scale this week. But I won't be upset if I am. I know what I need to do.
I have a week off from bootcamp. I can't believe that 5 weeks is over! It went so quickly... and it was fabulous! I've signed up for the next 5 week session, but it doesn't start until the 9th. So, this week I'm on my own. That's okay. I'm going to make sure that I use the stairs at work (I'm on the fourth floor), I'm going to go for at least two runs, and I'm going to try and get in at least two workouts at home (doing some of the bootcamp moves that I can foolishly attempt in my living room - LOL!).
Well... I should get going. I've been away from home for two days and have a whack of stuff to get done and ready before heading into the office tomorrow. Yay... not! ha-ha!
Talk to you all soon... here's to a great week!
Luv ya' all!
Lisa
First I have to say to Donna... So sorry I missed your Goal Party! I brought you a t-shirt from the FooFighters concerts... It's one of those extra small rocker girl shirts that hug the curves in all the right places! This one you have to be particularly hot to pull off since it's got Dave Grohl's ugly mug on the front of it. So, only the hottest of the hotties can make it look great... you're one of them now! Okay... in all seriousness, my real gift is big old hug of congratulations and thanks. Congratulations for making your goal... and thanks for being an inspiration. I'm so proud of you and thankful for having your support on these boards. You're the best!
So, i'm just back from Vancouver and the FooFighters concert. It was a great show and I had a fabulous time. I didn't do great with the eating, but it was a conscious decision. I decided that it was going to be a couple of cheat days for me. I didn't overdo it though. I mean I didn't eat chips or dessert or soda or ice cream or anything like that. I just ate larger meals and allowed myself a couple extra glasses of wine and didn't count anything. So, I won't be surprised if I'm up on the scale this week. But I won't be upset if I am. I know what I need to do.
I have a week off from bootcamp. I can't believe that 5 weeks is over! It went so quickly... and it was fabulous! I've signed up for the next 5 week session, but it doesn't start until the 9th. So, this week I'm on my own. That's okay. I'm going to make sure that I use the stairs at work (I'm on the fourth floor), I'm going to go for at least two runs, and I'm going to try and get in at least two workouts at home (doing some of the bootcamp moves that I can foolishly attempt in my living room - LOL!).
Well... I should get going. I've been away from home for two days and have a whack of stuff to get done and ready before heading into the office tomorrow. Yay... not! ha-ha!
Talk to you all soon... here's to a great week!
Luv ya' all!
Lisa
Happy April Fool's Day - Don't be fooled by the temptations. Everyone in for this one day - 100%!!!!
I was 100% yesterday even with unexpected company and needing to move some items on my menu. I missed my WI with my sister showing up and I weighed 127 in the morning
. I did not need to go stand on JC scale to know I gained some from vacation but more from the pity party the week after. It is okay because I am back on track and have 2 100% days and everything planned for the week -- I had enough food so I talked to my JCC on the phone. I am setting Mother's Day - the end of our challenge as bathing suit shopping day. I think the week off from gym/food was good for me because it made me realize how easy it is to slip back but how much I really want this so I am in again like the beginning -- none of this half-way stuff. 
I am carrying an index card around in my pocket and everything goes on it. Tea, water, crystal light and every bite. It seems to help me. I am sore from gym workout yesterday. Different muscles (every muscle!!) than skiing. Amazing what that insane (I love her) teacher can get me to do 
Ready - Congrats on being under 150 and not having to move that other piece of the scale-- it is amazing the little things that really give us the next push.
Lisa - congrats on finishing first session of bootcamp AND signing up for the next. You and Sue can share some war stories.
Hope everyone has a great day.
I was 100% yesterday even with unexpected company and needing to move some items on my menu. I missed my WI with my sister showing up and I weighed 127 in the morning
. I did not need to go stand on JC scale to know I gained some from vacation but more from the pity party the week after. It is okay because I am back on track and have 2 100% days and everything planned for the week -- I had enough food so I talked to my JCC on the phone. I am setting Mother's Day - the end of our challenge as bathing suit shopping day. I think the week off from gym/food was good for me because it made me realize how easy it is to slip back but how much I really want this so I am in again like the beginning -- none of this half-way stuff. I am carrying an index card around in my pocket and everything goes on it. Tea, water, crystal light and every bite. It seems to help me. I am sore from gym workout yesterday. Different muscles (every muscle!!) than skiing. Amazing what that insane (I love her) teacher can get me to do Ready - Congrats on being under 150 and not having to move that other piece of the scale-- it is amazing the little things that really give us the next push.
Lisa - congrats on finishing first session of bootcamp AND signing up for the next. You and Sue can share some war stories.
Hope everyone has a great day.
OMG! Hello Ladies! First I have to say sorry for falling off the face of the earth. I have been plagued by some serious undue stress and have been quite depressed. A major life snafu has happened to me and on top of that I am really immersed in finding a job because I am unemployed. So SORRY for not being around to celebrate/comisserate with all!
I have not been to JC in 2 weeks and am not looking forward to going back. My scale says I am back up to 131ish and I am not happy, but considering all the stress and obstacles, I am not beating myself up about it either. I have decided to make an appointment to see JC on Sat and start 100% JC foods to get back down to goal. I would love to be there by Mid May!
So that is my goal and I am starting Sunday back on the program. Until then I am working on cleaning it up a bit!
Lisa - Saw the Foo's in LA and they rocked. Got the exact shirt you are talking about I think. Is it light purple! Love Dave Grohlton!!!!!!!!!!
Donna - Congrats on goal! That is a great feeling isn't it?
Slim - With you on getting back to goal!
Ok I am back and will try to stay with you guys from here on out!
I have not been to JC in 2 weeks and am not looking forward to going back. My scale says I am back up to 131ish and I am not happy, but considering all the stress and obstacles, I am not beating myself up about it either. I have decided to make an appointment to see JC on Sat and start 100% JC foods to get back down to goal. I would love to be there by Mid May!
So that is my goal and I am starting Sunday back on the program. Until then I am working on cleaning it up a bit!
Lisa - Saw the Foo's in LA and they rocked. Got the exact shirt you are talking about I think. Is it light purple! Love Dave Grohlton!!!!!!!!!!
Donna - Congrats on goal! That is a great feeling isn't it?
Slim - With you on getting back to goal!
Ok I am back and will try to stay with you guys from here on out!
hello everyone.
March was a rough month for me personally.
My Mom was very sick, my kids god father died, I have been sick, the kids have been sick.
Just a rough month. I gained for two weeks, then lost for one week.
Will see where I am at tomrrow for weighin.
I missed this place.
March was a rough month for me personally.
My Mom was very sick, my kids god father died, I have been sick, the kids have been sick.
Just a rough month. I gained for two weeks, then lost for one week.
Will see where I am at tomrrow for weighin.
I missed this place.
Hi girls,
I just wanted to post to say that staying 100% is SO HARD! Okay, now I said it! I made it yesterday, but only because I drank a ton of green tea whenever I wanted to stray. Today has been a challenge - I've eaten everything except dinner, a veggie, a yogurt and a fruit. That's all that's left for the day...but I should be able to make that, right?
Boot camp has me absolutely exhausted. It's a good exhaustion, because I know that without it I certainly wouldn't be pushing myself this hard. My clothes are feeling much looser, so that's great. But the scale is still not my friend - it still has me up 2 pounds. I hate my scale. Tomorrow is my weigh in, so unless something miraculous happens tonight, I will be really annoyed in the morning. If exercise makes you gain weight, does it go away (duh!)? I mean, c'mon already!!
Okay - time to get the kids from school. I'll check in again tomorrow!
Welcome back, Disco momma. I'm sorry you're going through such a rough patch...I hope things get better soon!!! Good for you for not straying too far from the plan. If you can get through these hard times - the rest will be much easier
Sue
I just wanted to post to say that staying 100% is SO HARD! Okay, now I said it! I made it yesterday, but only because I drank a ton of green tea whenever I wanted to stray. Today has been a challenge - I've eaten everything except dinner, a veggie, a yogurt and a fruit. That's all that's left for the day...but I should be able to make that, right?
Boot camp has me absolutely exhausted. It's a good exhaustion, because I know that without it I certainly wouldn't be pushing myself this hard. My clothes are feeling much looser, so that's great. But the scale is still not my friend - it still has me up 2 pounds. I hate my scale. Tomorrow is my weigh in, so unless something miraculous happens tonight, I will be really annoyed in the morning. If exercise makes you gain weight, does it go away (duh!)? I mean, c'mon already!!
Okay - time to get the kids from school. I'll check in again tomorrow!
Welcome back, Disco momma. I'm sorry you're going through such a rough patch...I hope things get better soon!!! Good for you for not straying too far from the plan. If you can get through these hard times - the rest will be much easier
Sue
Hey ladies -
I'm having a hard time typing here... My trainer KILLED my arms and shoulders yesterday. Hopefully that will pay off soon.
Vickie - I'm scared as heck to put that bikini on, but I WILL send you pictures even if I never wear it out in public...LOL I wish I had read your 100% post before I ate lunch. I think I made a decent choice at the BBQ restaurant I went to, but it certainly wasn't the best (but it was so yummy!).
Oscar and Discomomma - I'm sorry times have been tough lately. We've missed you and are so glad to have you back around!
Sue - I'm feeling your "numbers woes." I have the same problem. I still think that building muscle is the right way to go. The fat is already melting away, now if we could just get the pounds to, as well!
Lisa - I think I'm going to Bootcamp class in the morning. It's offered every Wednesday at my gym. I've only been brave enough to do it once before. Wish me luck!
Have a good rest of your day, everyone! I'm going to take a nice walk with my BF and the dog and enjoy the sunshine we're FINALLY having!
Sarah
I'm having a hard time typing here... My trainer KILLED my arms and shoulders yesterday. Hopefully that will pay off soon.
Vickie - I'm scared as heck to put that bikini on, but I WILL send you pictures even if I never wear it out in public...LOL I wish I had read your 100% post before I ate lunch. I think I made a decent choice at the BBQ restaurant I went to, but it certainly wasn't the best (but it was so yummy!).
Oscar and Discomomma - I'm sorry times have been tough lately. We've missed you and are so glad to have you back around!
Sue - I'm feeling your "numbers woes." I have the same problem. I still think that building muscle is the right way to go. The fat is already melting away, now if we could just get the pounds to, as well!
Lisa - I think I'm going to Bootcamp class in the morning. It's offered every Wednesday at my gym. I've only been brave enough to do it once before. Wish me luck!
Have a good rest of your day, everyone! I'm going to take a nice walk with my BF and the dog and enjoy the sunshine we're FINALLY having!
Sarah
Hi everyone!! Wow! What a mixed bag of tricks we have to start this month! We have a few triumphs and a few stumbles. Challenges we have overcome, and obstacles that stand in our way! The only constant is this thread and our goals. We will see both through till the end and beyond!! It just might take longer for some than others. At least we know to gather strength when ours is waning means all we have to do is click the- add reply- button. 
I have been so bored lately but have been 100% all but 2 days since last tuesday. I need to stay as focused as possible to avoid the "poor me" syndrom. I asked the Dr about even doing stretches or yoga. His reply was 4to 6 weeks of NOTHING!!! Short easy walks allowed but thats all! I went grocery shopping with hubby for fun today ( I hate shopping) and it was enough! Then I added a BIT MORE WHEN OUR NEW BULLDOG TOOK OFF THROUGH AN OPEN DOOR. oH YEAH , i'M DONE FOR TONIGHT~! Can't really complain as there is so much more out there. And as a wise JC buddy wrote- "this too shall pass".
So it's mindless surfing until I see a new post on my favorite site! I'm hear to cheer!!! We can do this ladies!! Here's to a new month = new beginings =fresh starts!!
CHEERS!
We have a few triumphs and a few stumbles. Challenges we have overcome, and obstacles that stand in our way! The only constant is this thread and our goals. We will see both through till the end and beyond!! It just might take longer for some than others. At least we know to gather strength when ours is waning means all we have to do is click the- add reply- button. I have been so bored lately but have been 100% all but 2 days since last tuesday. I need to stay as focused as possible to avoid the "poor me" syndrom. I asked the Dr about even doing stretches or yoga. His reply was 4to 6 weeks of NOTHING!!! Short easy walks allowed but thats all! I went grocery shopping with hubby for fun today ( I hate shopping) and it was enough! Then I added a BIT MORE WHEN OUR NEW BULLDOG TOOK OFF THROUGH AN OPEN DOOR. oH YEAH , i'M DONE FOR TONIGHT~! Can't really complain as there is so much more out there. And as a wise JC buddy wrote- "this too shall pass".
So it's mindless surfing until I see a new post on my favorite site! I'm hear to cheer!!! We can do this ladies!! Here's to a new month = new beginings =fresh starts!!
CHEERS!
Welcome back to Discomomma and Oscar - sorry to hear you have been having a rough time.
Discomomma - Looking forward to getting to goal with you.
Oscar - Hope everyone is healthy and your WI goes okay today
Sue - I am laughing at your post because I always get to 3:00 and think that is all I have left for the day ??? It is hard being 100% but you did it! Now - let's do it again
Sarah - LOL - can relate to the hurt everywhere. Yesterday I was so sore from the gym the day before; you would think skiing for 6 days would have done the trick because we ski hard; but different muscles. I did get in a walk with the dog becaue we also finally had nice sunshine. I can't wait to see the bikini pictures. You are inspiring me to think about it.
Bengal - Great for being 100% all but 2 days and sorry to hear no exericse for 4 to 6 weeks. I love the new month = fresh start. It is really hard being 100% when you can't exercise to hold off the hunger. Throw in a few extra walks if you feel up to it.
So I had another 100% day yesterday. It was not as easy; kids decided to make cookies and brownies. Hubby decided to eat ice cream while we are watching TV together.
I just went and found a good book and got out of the kitchen and out of the main floor. It was close but I beat that monstor down and Donna tells me we only have 21 days left before we go swimsuit shopping so I better stick with it. --Vickie
Discomomma - Looking forward to getting to goal with you.
Oscar - Hope everyone is healthy and your WI goes okay today
Sue - I am laughing at your post because I always get to 3:00 and think that is all I have left for the day ??? It is hard being 100% but you did it! Now - let's do it again
Sarah - LOL - can relate to the hurt everywhere. Yesterday I was so sore from the gym the day before; you would think skiing for 6 days would have done the trick because we ski hard; but different muscles. I did get in a walk with the dog becaue we also finally had nice sunshine. I can't wait to see the bikini pictures. You are inspiring me to think about it.
Bengal - Great for being 100% all but 2 days and sorry to hear no exericse for 4 to 6 weeks. I love the new month = fresh start. It is really hard being 100% when you can't exercise to hold off the hunger. Throw in a few extra walks if you feel up to it.
So I had another 100% day yesterday. It was not as easy; kids decided to make cookies and brownies. Hubby decided to eat ice cream while we are watching TV together.
I just went and found a good book and got out of the kitchen and out of the main floor. It was close but I beat that monstor down and Donna tells me we only have 21 days left before we go swimsuit shopping so I better stick with it. --Vickie
Grrrr. I hate the scale. At today's weigh in, it varies between "I lost 1/2 pound" and "I stayed the same". For psychological reasons, I'm going to claim I lost 1/2 a pound. But gosh I'm disappointed. I know that I did boot camp for overall health reasons, and it's a great workout and whipping me into shape, yadda yadda yadda. But I want to lose weight!!!! If this extra weight is from gaining muscle, then it's time for those darned muscles to get busy and start burning fat.
Oscar, we must have posted at the same time. I'm sorry that you're going through a rough patch. I hope things improve for you soon. Bengal, I promise to dedicate at least 2 laps and 25 crunches in your honor if you promise to get an extra 30 minutes of sleep for me! These early mornings are killing me. Rest know and you'll have a complete recovery so you can jump right back in the game. Sarah, did you try bootcamp today? What did it consist of? Vickie - good job getting out of the kitchen! It's hard with a family. Last night we had "M&M Math homework". After the assignment, we get to eat the M&Ms and I too had to get out of the kitchen!
Hope everyone has a great day!
Not feeling it this morning - grr - stupid scale,
Sue
Oscar, we must have posted at the same time. I'm sorry that you're going through a rough patch. I hope things improve for you soon. Bengal, I promise to dedicate at least 2 laps and 25 crunches in your honor if you promise to get an extra 30 minutes of sleep for me! These early mornings are killing me
. Rest know and you'll have a complete recovery so you can jump right back in the game. Sarah, did you try bootcamp today? What did it consist of? Vickie - good job getting out of the kitchen! It's hard with a family. Last night we had "M&M Math homework". After the assignment, we get to eat the M&Ms and I too had to get out of the kitchen!Hope everyone has a great day!
Not feeling it this morning - grr - stupid scale,
Sue
Hey ladies - My arms are much better this morning. Maybe it's because I DID make it to boot camp class and worked them out some. I was smart and took some Advil before class so I didn't cry on my first push up!
Sue - it was a different class than the last one I attended. We did squats and lunges on a step (but no coregraphy), jumping jacks, push-ups, ran around the building some, did walking lunges through the gym, sprints, and some boxing style kicks and punches. The instructor is a boxer. She's got a great body, but I don't think I want my shoulders quite so big/defined. I'll definitely go again.
I had a little NSV in the class... I wore a spandex work-out tank/bra without a t-shirt over it during the whole class. My problem area is my stomach, so this was a big deal for me. Hopefully, I'm on my way to a bikini-bod
Bengal - I feel for you, but if you exercise now, you'll cause yourself SO much more pain later. Listen to your doctor. He went to school for a really long time to give you that advice. What kind of Bulldog is it? English? All white like my fav mascot UGA or with spots like the one at Miss St Univ? (can you tell I'm a big college football fan?)
Off to meet my mom for lunch. Just a salad for me
Sarah
Sue - it was a different class than the last one I attended. We did squats and lunges on a step (but no coregraphy), jumping jacks, push-ups, ran around the building some, did walking lunges through the gym, sprints, and some boxing style kicks and punches. The instructor is a boxer. She's got a great body, but I don't think I want my shoulders quite so big/defined. I'll definitely go again.
I had a little NSV in the class... I wore a spandex work-out tank/bra without a t-shirt over it during the whole class. My problem area is my stomach, so this was a big deal for me. Hopefully, I'm on my way to a bikini-bod
Bengal - I feel for you, but if you exercise now, you'll cause yourself SO much more pain later. Listen to your doctor. He went to school for a really long time to give you that advice. What kind of Bulldog is it? English? All white like my fav mascot UGA or with spots like the one at Miss St Univ? (can you tell I'm a big college football fan?)
Off to meet my mom for lunch. Just a salad for me
Sarah
Hi guys! Guess who?!? I think this is the 3rd time I've hit the site this morning!!! At least I'm not hitting the fridge! I have been drinking LOTS of fluids to keep the boredom hungries away BUT at todays Dr's visit I was told that's a no-no! EEK!!! It makes sense from his point. I've just had bladder surgery and by drinking too many fluids I am putting undo stress on it!!! So now you know why I'm on the boards!!!!
Oscar- I hope April is a healthier , happier, and lighter month for you! How are the kiddos? With all our family deaths ( we had 8 in less than 6 yrs) we had our boys do a memory page with pictures and a favorite memory. It turned out to be a great stress releaser for ALL of us . Hope you can use it too.
Sue- You are doing GREAT ! Scales are horrid! Have you seen the Quaker Oats commercial? You know, the ones with the scales shackled to the ankles? Hello..too true!!! Just remember those loose clothes!!! And an extra cheer for walking away from the M&M's - chocolate my downfall!!! Not sure if I would have been as strong!!
Sarah- I envy your bootcamp soreness!!! Good for you! Cant wait till I'm there too!! My bulldog is an English. She is brindle and white. As soon as I figure out how to send/attach/copy picturs here I will !! Do you know how to do it? There are a few Bullys like your favorite at the rescue site I cruise all the time. We were hoping for one of them. Handsome devils!!!
Vicky- HOORAY for your 100% days!~! Cookies, brownies, ice cream - throw in chips and it would be my house!! I'm the only one watching what I eat. Though I preach healthy eating to the choir, they sing their own tunes. Hard to put up with at times!! Hubby just came home with a bag full of goodies, at least he brought me some fat free/ sugar free jello and fudgesicles!!!
I know I have left a few of you out, I am thinking of you all. Hope you are having a great week.
Linda- How is your foot?
Donna- Still on cloud nine?
Jen- How is your week away?
Let us know
CHEERS
Lesa
Oscar- I hope April is a healthier , happier, and lighter month for you! How are the kiddos? With all our family deaths ( we had 8 in less than 6 yrs) we had our boys do a memory page with pictures and a favorite memory. It turned out to be a great stress releaser for ALL of us . Hope you can use it too.
Sue- You are doing GREAT ! Scales are horrid! Have you seen the Quaker Oats commercial? You know, the ones with the scales shackled to the ankles? Hello..too true!!! Just remember those loose clothes!!! And an extra cheer for walking away from the M&M's - chocolate my downfall!!! Not sure if I would have been as strong!!
Sarah- I envy your bootcamp soreness!!! Good for you! Cant wait till I'm there too!! My bulldog is an English. She is brindle and white. As soon as I figure out how to send/attach/copy picturs here I will !! Do you know how to do it? There are a few Bullys like your favorite at the rescue site I cruise all the time. We were hoping for one of them. Handsome devils!!!
Vicky- HOORAY for your 100% days!~! Cookies, brownies, ice cream - throw in chips and it would be my house!! I'm the only one watching what I eat. Though I preach healthy eating to the choir, they sing their own tunes. Hard to put up with at times!! Hubby just came home with a bag full of goodies, at least he brought me some fat free/ sugar free jello and fudgesicles!!!
I know I have left a few of you out, I am thinking of you all. Hope you are having a great week.
Linda- How is your foot?
Donna- Still on cloud nine?
Jen- How is your week away?
Let us know
CHEERS
Lesa
I feel so good to be back on the boards, and motivated again with JC.
I lost 3.1 pounds this week for a total of 39.8 so far.
I am really excited though, I measured myself last night.
I did bust, natural waist, belly button, and hips.
Just in those four areas I have lost 17.5 inches.
That is so exciting.
Still on track for my goal of being under 200 when I go to the states at the end of the month.
I lost 3.1 pounds this week for a total of 39.8 so far.
I am really excited though, I measured myself last night.
I did bust, natural waist, belly button, and hips.
Just in those four areas I have lost 17.5 inches.
That is so exciting.
Still on track for my goal of being under 200 when I go to the states at the end of the month.
sarah- thanks. I did post before and after pics on week 5 chat. I was very close to goal. Good luck with boot camp. I want to see bikini pictures from you.
Vickie- I am supposed to start bathing suit shopping during my vacation so help me stay focused. Keep those 100% days coming. You should be on a new index card by now. I think I am going to steal your idea.
readytochange- I am with you. I wrote my meals on the menu planner for the week and I'm crossing them out as I eat. Didn't have a 100% day yesterday or today but trying to write it down. I guess its a good thing they put eraser on pencils. I loved your deli story.
lisainvic- Thanks for the hot shirt and hug. I really needed the hug. It was the perfect size. Glad you had so much fun at the concert. Enjoy your week off from boot camp.
discomomma- welcome back. So sorry your having such difficult times. Here is to brighter days ahead. I am so glad your not being too hard on yourself. That is progress in action for most of us.
oscar T. grouch- Again sorry your having a difficult time. Hugs to you and anyone else struggling this week. We are glad to see you back with us.
Sue- Way to go in being 100%. I would rather have my clothes be loose than see a lower number on the scale. Not to worry, the scale will move in the right direction. Keep up the great work your doing.
bengal- Love your enthusiasm. Keep it coming.
Now it is confession time: I am going through a tough week. Have some medical issues that are not resolved yet and causing me all kinds of anxiety. I am eating for comfort and starting to spiral. I am not out of control but trying my very best to regain balance. I don't know if it is in the cards for me today but I know I'll get there soon enough. It's kind of nice to know I can do it. Just trying to be gentle with my expectations. I would really love some ecouragement to not turn it into a bad week and how to balance being gentle with not being depressed and lazy. Thanks in advance for your support.
Donna
Vickie- I am supposed to start bathing suit shopping during my vacation so help me stay focused. Keep those 100% days coming. You should be on a new index card by now. I think I am going to steal your idea.
readytochange- I am with you. I wrote my meals on the menu planner for the week and I'm crossing them out as I eat. Didn't have a 100% day yesterday or today but trying to write it down. I guess its a good thing they put eraser on pencils. I loved your deli story.
lisainvic- Thanks for the hot shirt and hug. I really needed the hug. It was the perfect size. Glad you had so much fun at the concert. Enjoy your week off from boot camp.
discomomma- welcome back. So sorry your having such difficult times. Here is to brighter days ahead. I am so glad your not being too hard on yourself. That is progress in action for most of us.
oscar T. grouch- Again sorry your having a difficult time. Hugs to you and anyone else struggling this week. We are glad to see you back with us.
Sue- Way to go in being 100%. I would rather have my clothes be loose than see a lower number on the scale. Not to worry, the scale will move in the right direction. Keep up the great work your doing.
bengal- Love your enthusiasm. Keep it coming.
Now it is confession time: I am going through a tough week. Have some medical issues that are not resolved yet and causing me all kinds of anxiety. I am eating for comfort and starting to spiral. I am not out of control but trying my very best to regain balance. I don't know if it is in the cards for me today but I know I'll get there soon enough. It's kind of nice to know I can do it. Just trying to be gentle with my expectations. I would really love some ecouragement to not turn it into a bad week and how to balance being gentle with not being depressed and lazy. Thanks in advance for your support.
Donna
Oh Donna!!
So sorry to hear that you are going through some tough issues. Hurry up and wait! That's a Canadian Military wife term but you can apply it here. You are anxcious to hear whats going on with the medical issues but unfortunatly everything comes to a halt while you wait for official word on what's going on! I can relate on so many levels! It has been 6 months for me. I have had stomach problems for ages. I have had many blood tests, the dreaded barium colon xray, all that proved negative , that plus throw in a few Doctors that make you feel that theres nothing wrong and it's all in your head! Whoa ~fun times!! I am finally getting an ultra sound next tuesday!! ( what I asked for in the beginning) hopefully we will find something ( not major just fixable!! ). As a result it can be discouraging, depressing and down right maddening!! My advice! Move_ keep busy ( if you are up to it) . It doesnt need to be the gym, visit with friends, go shopping, do scrapbooking, visit the library, anything to fill the waiting time! It wont make you feel better be it might distract you for the time being. Thats what you need . A non food distraction. You can do it!! Talk to someone! Keep slaming the keyboards ( you can send me a private email if you want). Do what ever you need to as you wait. I hope that this is a temporary issue and it is resolved quickly. If not please remember_ folks usually don't say " We're here for you" unless THEY MEAN IT!!!! Hang in there!!
Be tough but remember it's okay to let loose a little. Stress relief ( a darn good cry) is just as important as a stiff upper lip!!!
Good luck
(((HUGS))) to you!!!
PS CHECK OUT THE WELCOME thread- NEW MEMBERS- DOWN 112 her before & after pictures are AMAZING!!
So sorry to hear that you are going through some tough issues. Hurry up and wait! That's a Canadian Military wife term but you can apply it here. You are anxcious to hear whats going on with the medical issues but unfortunatly everything comes to a halt while you wait for official word on what's going on! I can relate on so many levels! It has been 6 months for me. I have had stomach problems for ages. I have had many blood tests, the dreaded barium colon xray, all that proved negative , that plus throw in a few Doctors that make you feel that theres nothing wrong and it's all in your head! Whoa ~fun times!! I am finally getting an ultra sound next tuesday!! ( what I asked for in the beginning) hopefully we will find something ( not major just fixable!! ). As a result it can be discouraging, depressing and down right maddening!! My advice! Move_ keep busy ( if you are up to it) . It doesnt need to be the gym, visit with friends, go shopping, do scrapbooking, visit the library, anything to fill the waiting time! It wont make you feel better be it might distract you for the time being. Thats what you need . A non food distraction. You can do it!! Talk to someone! Keep slaming the keyboards ( you can send me a private email if you want). Do what ever you need to as you wait. I hope that this is a temporary issue and it is resolved quickly. If not please remember_ folks usually don't say " We're here for you" unless THEY MEAN IT!!!! Hang in there!!
Be tough but remember it's okay to let loose a little. Stress relief ( a darn good cry) is just as important as a stiff upper lip!!!
Good luck
(((HUGS))) to you!!!
PS CHECK OUT THE WELCOME thread- NEW MEMBERS- DOWN 112 her before & after pictures are AMAZING!!
Hi all. Happy to report a 2.6 lb loss for this week. I made it to halfway! They took a picture - I could see that I've come a long way but that I still have a way to go. I've lost 16 inches, 5 of the 16 just from this month, and I have you ladies to thank for inspiring me to make time for the gym. I worked out, hard, 5 days this week, including sit-ups. I have done a few meals on my own but now I get to plan out a full day. Makes me a little nervous but I can see how that will help me with maintenance ultimately. I talked to my JCC about the calorie level. She thinks I should stick with adding one starch and one meat on hungry work-out days rather than going up to 1500. I think that will help a lot.
Hi Donna, sorry to hear that you're worried. Most important is for you to keep taking care of yourself. Speaking from personal experience, why is it that when we are upset or worried, the first thing out the window is the self-care activities?! I'm giving you a cyber {{{hug}}}.
Welcome back Oscar. I was sorry to hear that your friend died. How sad. I'm glad that you are sticking with Jenny Craig - you will be in Onderland before you know it!
Hi Bengal, hope that your recovery goes quickly. Rent some funny movies or get some great novels. Take up knitting. Write a novel. Learn a foreign language. The possibilities are limitless. When is the last time you had so much time on your hands that you were bored?! Turn this time into an opportunity instead of a liability.
Hi Sarah, too funny that your arms hurt when you typed. I know I had a good workout when it's a strain to climb the stairs at my son's preschool. Keep up the great work!! We should rename ourselves the 100 percenters.
Hey Sue, I know what you mean about the scale. Try measuring in addition to weighing. The muscles will burn more calories for you so it will work - give it time. Keep up the amazing workouts. I'll be your cheerleader. Rah Rah Sis Boom Bah.
Hey 2BeSlim - I love your upbeat, enthusiastic notes. Good for you for resisting all the sweets.
Sending positive thoughts out to Jen, whereever you are.
I've lost 16 inches, 5 of the 16 just from this month, and I have you ladies to thank for inspiring me to make time for the gym. I worked out, hard, 5 days this week, including sit-ups. I have done a few meals on my own but now I get to plan out a full day. Makes me a little nervous but I can see how that will help me with maintenance ultimately. I talked to my JCC about the calorie level. She thinks I should stick with adding one starch and one meat on hungry work-out days rather than going up to 1500. I think that will help a lot.Hi Donna, sorry to hear that you're worried. Most important is for you to keep taking care of yourself. Speaking from personal experience, why is it that when we are upset or worried, the first thing out the window is the self-care activities?! I'm giving you a cyber {{{hug}}}.
Welcome back Oscar. I was sorry to hear that your friend died. How sad. I'm glad that you are sticking with Jenny Craig - you will be in Onderland before you know it!
Hi Bengal, hope that your recovery goes quickly. Rent some funny movies or get some great novels. Take up knitting. Write a novel. Learn a foreign language. The possibilities are limitless. When is the last time you had so much time on your hands that you were bored?! Turn this time into an opportunity instead of a liability.
Hi Sarah, too funny that your arms hurt when you typed. I know I had a good workout when it's a strain to climb the stairs at my son's preschool.
Keep up the great work!! We should rename ourselves the 100 percenters. Hey Sue, I know what you mean about the scale. Try measuring in addition to weighing. The muscles will burn more calories for you so it will work - give it time. Keep up the amazing workouts. I'll be your cheerleader. Rah Rah Sis Boom Bah.
Hey 2BeSlim - I love your upbeat, enthusiastic notes. Good for you for resisting all the sweets.
Sending positive thoughts out to Jen, whereever you are.
Donna - (((HUGS)))) - Bengal has some great ideas for keeping busy and out of the kitchen. Yes we are here for you. You too Bengal - hope your recovery is going well.
Ready - Half-way - HURRAY for you! That is very exciting.
Oscar - congrats on the loss! YEAH!!!
I love the index card because I found the menu I could not carry my menu everywhere. I keep the index card folded in my suit jacket or pants pocket. It is like having one of the stones from touchstones and a little more discrete. More brownies cooked at my house tonight Most of last nights went to school. I bought some of those Yoplait yogurts that are fun flavors. I love that commercial where the lady is talking on the phone - I had boston cream pie, oh and apple turnover, etc. and the husband is ransacking the frig. Well, they are good - tonight I am having Boston cream pie - 100 calories. 99% today.
- Bengal has some great ideas for keeping busy and out of the kitchen. Yes we are here for you. You too Bengal - hope your recovery is going well.Ready - Half-way - HURRAY for you! That is very exciting.
Oscar - congrats on the loss! YEAH!!!
I love the index card because I found the menu I could not carry my menu everywhere. I keep the index card folded in my suit jacket or pants pocket. It is like having one of the stones from touchstones and a little more discrete. More brownies cooked at my house tonight
Most of last nights went to school. I bought some of those Yoplait yogurts that are fun flavors. I love that commercial where the lady is talking on the phone - I had boston cream pie, oh and apple turnover, etc. and the husband is ransacking the frig. Well, they are good - tonight I am having Boston cream pie - 100 calories. 99% today.
Survived more brownies - close one. I took yogurt upstairs last night and watched American Idol and got out of the kitchen! So this morning when I am always more in control, I cut all the brownies up and put them in snack size bags and put them out of view and got rid of the pan on the counter. In my old habits I somehow justified eating the crumbs or edge of the brownie didn't have calories (LOL). Okay so yesterday was 99% - I added a little extra chicken with my dinner as I was still hungry and had a taste of DH's chili. Have dinner plans tonight at a restaurant and having trouble finding out what is on the menu and party tomorrow night so I need lots of skinny vibes. Hope everyone is having a great day! --Vickie
Hey gals,
Just checking in here! I appreciate everyone's reassurances about that horrible scale. My husband made a very valid point - I don't wear my weight taped to my rear end (thank goodness!), so how I look and feel in my clothes is really much more important than a number that only I see. But STILL!!!! Yesterday for fun I tried on my very fat jeans that I was wearing this time last year. Then I picked up my daughter, held her in front of me, and put her in the front of one of my pants legs. She looked like she was in a kangaroo pouch! She thought it was so funny. She weighs about 33 pounds now.
It was weird to see those pants. One the one hand, wow, I've come a long way. On the other hand, I still have so far to go, it seems. On the third hand (3rd hand?!?), I can't believe I was that big and ever let myself get so out of control! Disgusting! I will never ever get more than 5 pounds heavier without acting on it.
Boot camp is so very good for me - my arms feel like Jello today after yesterday's workout with the medicine ball. It was so challenging! She combines moves - not just upper body but upper body while in a lower body squat or lunge position...yikes. Today was lower body and by the end my muscles were absolutely shaking. I know that tomorrow it will be very hard to get out of bed at 5:15 to go to class!
Bengal, do you have a netflix account? If I were in bed, I'd catch up on a tv series I always wanted to watch. Last spring I had surgery and ended up watching LOST - I'd never seen it and I got completely caught up while I recovered. It's mind numbing to lay around, I know...but just hang in there and do post often - I love to read your posts!
Donna, I'm sorry you're dealing with health issues. I hope that you get good news and peace of mind soon.
Readytochange - congratulations on halfway! You are getting some lovely losses! You're going to have to change your name to "I changed"!!!
Sarah, your boot camp sounds great. You are working out so hard and are going to look fabulous in your bikini.
Isn't it amazing to read how many of us have these challenges in our lives and all around us with our nearest and dearest? Life is complex! But we somehow pull through it. It sounds so trite to say that these trying times are the times that help us to see that the good times are really good. Better to think of what my hilarious grandmother used to say...we all carry with us a bucket of ****. But if we were to put them all in the middle of the room, believe me, you'd rather carry your own bucket than somebody else's. Okay, so maybe it was a little bit more eloquent when she said it in Russian! But I guess it means that somehow we get used to our burdens, we manage them, we handle them, and we still find the way to be empathetic to those around us who are going through even worse.
Okay - now its time to drink tons of water and green tea and not obsess about how sore my body is. Perhaps a visit to the medicine cabinet first for more advil!
have a great 100% day!
Sue
Just checking in here! I appreciate everyone's reassurances about that horrible scale. My husband made a very valid point - I don't wear my weight taped to my rear end (thank goodness!), so how I look and feel in my clothes is really much more important than a number that only I see. But STILL!!!! Yesterday for fun I tried on my very fat jeans that I was wearing this time last year. Then I picked up my daughter, held her in front of me, and put her in the front of one of my pants legs. She looked like she was in a kangaroo pouch! She thought it was so funny. She weighs about 33 pounds now.
It was weird to see those pants. One the one hand, wow, I've come a long way. On the other hand, I still have so far to go, it seems. On the third hand (3rd hand?!?), I can't believe I was that big and ever let myself get so out of control! Disgusting! I will never ever get more than 5 pounds heavier without acting on it.
Boot camp is so very good for me - my arms feel like Jello today after yesterday's workout with the medicine ball. It was so challenging! She combines moves - not just upper body but upper body while in a lower body squat or lunge position...yikes. Today was lower body and by the end my muscles were absolutely shaking. I know that tomorrow it will be very hard to get out of bed at 5:15 to go to class!
Bengal, do you have a netflix account? If I were in bed, I'd catch up on a tv series I always wanted to watch. Last spring I had surgery and ended up watching LOST - I'd never seen it and I got completely caught up while I recovered. It's mind numbing to lay around, I know...but just hang in there and do post often - I love to read your posts!
Donna, I'm sorry you're dealing with health issues. I hope that you get good news and peace of mind soon.
Readytochange - congratulations on halfway! You are getting some lovely losses! You're going to have to change your name to "I changed"!!!
Sarah, your boot camp sounds great. You are working out so hard and are going to look fabulous in your bikini.
Isn't it amazing to read how many of us have these challenges in our lives and all around us with our nearest and dearest? Life is complex! But we somehow pull through it. It sounds so trite to say that these trying times are the times that help us to see that the good times are really good. Better to think of what my hilarious grandmother used to say...we all carry with us a bucket of ****. But if we were to put them all in the middle of the room, believe me, you'd rather carry your own bucket than somebody else's. Okay, so maybe it was a little bit more eloquent when she said it in Russian! But I guess it means that somehow we get used to our burdens, we manage them, we handle them, and we still find the way to be empathetic to those around us who are going through even worse.
Okay - now its time to drink tons of water and green tea and not obsess about how sore my body is. Perhaps a visit to the medicine cabinet first for more advil!
have a great 100% day!
Sue
WI this morning. Down 1.4. I'm on a roll. which is good because. ..... My son, DIL and GS (2 1/2) & GD ( 15 months) are coming to visit on Saturday for ten days. I have seen GS 2xs and GD once when she was 3 months old. We live in a small house so it is going to be crowded and hectic but wonderful...My goal for next week is to maintain.. I have never add a gain since I've been on JC but this may be the week. I plan on doing a lot of walking and I will still get to zumba twice a week. So wish me luck. I am going to do good when I can and not worry about it when I can't.
Congrats to all on the weight loss and all the exercises everyone is doing. I exercise a lot but all of it is cardio. I need to add weight and toning because my arms and legs are wrinkled
We have a great group here and you have all been an inspiration to me. I thank all of you.
Congrats to all on the weight loss and all the exercises everyone is doing. I exercise a lot but all of it is cardio. I need to add weight and toning because my arms and legs are wrinkled
We have a great group here and you have all been an inspiration to me. I thank all of you.
Hi everyone,
Sorry I haven't been around. Tuesday was a crazy day at work. It's government fiscal year end here, so we've got crazy financial deadlines to meet. Fortunately I got through everything I needed to get done by the end of the day. I wasn't feeling very well and ended up being even worse yesterday... and today. So, I've been home sick and am just hoping that I start feeling better so that I can get back to work tomorrow. I have tomorrow and Monday to get all the billing done for my account. Yikes! Wish me luck... and send healing vibes my way.
I was supposed to weigh-in yesterday, but I chose to stay home instead. I have a couple of meals left over from last week and I've decided that I'm going to fill in the rest of the week by doing days on my own. I'll stick to the 1500 calorie plan and will use my grocery list to make sure that I get all of my exchanges in. Wish me luck with that too! I think I can do it, but next week's weigh-in will tell the truth.
NSV for the week... I cleaned out my closet yesterday. All I have left is 3 pairs of jeans, 2 pairs of black pants and about 10 tops (including t-shirts, blouses and tanks). My closet floor is a huge pile of clothes that are too big! Yay! AND... I tried on my wedding dress... It's too big too! Woohoo!!!
Just a few personals (sorry I can respond to all of the posts:()
Discomomma - Welcome back! Good for you for sporting the hottie t-shirt! I think it's probably the funniest concert tee that I've ever seen! And, I agree... Dave Grohl ROCKS! Love him!
Oscar - congrats on your loss this week... and welcome back to the board. It's good to see you again!
Bengal - Sorry that you're feeling so bored with your recovery. I know how that feels. I broke my ankle in the summer and needed surgery. I was home and riding the couch for about 9 weeks. It was horrible. Of course, that was at my heaviest, so I found it extremely difficult to get around on crutches. I'm sending you healing vibes and hope that you are able to take it easy on yourself.
Ready... - congrats on making it to halfway! Yay for you!!! I'm tossing cyber confetti in your honor! ~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
I know... it's pretty weak, but it's the thought that counts, right? LOL!!
Okay, ladies, that's all I can muster for now... going to lay down for a while.
Talk to you soon,
Lisa
Sorry I haven't been around. Tuesday was a crazy day at work. It's government fiscal year end here, so we've got crazy financial deadlines to meet. Fortunately I got through everything I needed to get done by the end of the day. I wasn't feeling very well and ended up being even worse yesterday... and today. So, I've been home sick and am just hoping that I start feeling better so that I can get back to work tomorrow. I have tomorrow and Monday to get all the billing done for my account. Yikes! Wish me luck... and send healing vibes my way.
I was supposed to weigh-in yesterday, but I chose to stay home instead. I have a couple of meals left over from last week and I've decided that I'm going to fill in the rest of the week by doing days on my own. I'll stick to the 1500 calorie plan and will use my grocery list to make sure that I get all of my exchanges in. Wish me luck with that too! I think I can do it, but next week's weigh-in will tell the truth.
NSV for the week... I cleaned out my closet yesterday. All I have left is 3 pairs of jeans, 2 pairs of black pants and about 10 tops (including t-shirts, blouses and tanks). My closet floor is a huge pile of clothes that are too big! Yay! AND... I tried on my wedding dress... It's too big too! Woohoo!!!
Just a few personals (sorry I can respond to all of the posts:()
Discomomma - Welcome back! Good for you for sporting the hottie t-shirt! I think it's probably the funniest concert tee that I've ever seen! And, I agree... Dave Grohl ROCKS! Love him!
Oscar - congrats on your loss this week... and welcome back to the board. It's good to see you again!
Bengal - Sorry that you're feeling so bored with your recovery. I know how that feels. I broke my ankle in the summer and needed surgery. I was home and riding the couch for about 9 weeks. It was horrible. Of course, that was at my heaviest, so I found it extremely difficult to get around on crutches. I'm sending you healing vibes and hope that you are able to take it easy on yourself.
Ready... - congrats on making it to halfway! Yay for you!!! I'm tossing cyber confetti in your honor! ~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~`~
I know... it's pretty weak, but it's the thought that counts, right? LOL!!
Okay, ladies, that's all I can muster for now... going to lay down for a while.
Talk to you soon,
Lisa
Bengal your advice gave me something to think about. You are so very right. I am going to make a list of comforting things to do and start practicing them when I feel stressed, insecure, or any other feeling that makes me uncomfortable. I really needed to hear that so thank you.
readytochange and slim thanks for the hugs. What could be more comforting than that. Even better than chocolate.
Sue thanks for your kind words. I am starting to center myself again.
I still need to do alot of work. Several good friends and my daughter keep telling me not to throw away all my hard work, don't resume old habbits( my 16 year old daughter, tells me this). My fourteen year old daughter tells me to look for comfort in people so I won't need food. (From the mouths of babes.) So here is what I committ to for today(It's half over, but better late than never).
Make a list of comforting activities. Use them when needed.
Journal every night for one week.
Drink my water.
Come on line or turn to a friend when I am really scared or anxious.
Build on this plan in a day or two.
Donna
readytochange and slim thanks for the hugs. What could be more comforting than that. Even better than chocolate.
Sue thanks for your kind words. I am starting to center myself again.
I still need to do alot of work. Several good friends and my daughter keep telling me not to throw away all my hard work, don't resume old habbits( my 16 year old daughter, tells me this). My fourteen year old daughter tells me to look for comfort in people so I won't need food. (From the mouths of babes.) So here is what I committ to for today(It's half over, but better late than never).
Make a list of comforting activities. Use them when needed.
Journal every night for one week.
Drink my water.
Come on line or turn to a friend when I am really scared or anxious.
Build on this plan in a day or two.
Donna
Ladies,
I promise to read through the posts tonight! Work has been INSANE. Life has been INSANE. I go on a business trip next week (I'll be here monday to get things going) and will be back by the following Monday, but it might take me until Tues to catch it up, honestly.
I see we have lots of posts and I'm glad. I've been able to get in workouts this week every day, but food has been my standard not on plan. Yes, foolish. No other way to say that.
We had Vicky's endochronologist apt on Tuesday morning and we got the tests results back this morning. Not surprised: she has autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimotos). Not the best nor the worst thing that can happen. Its just that I wish we didn't have to "add" this to her list of issues.
Take care everyone.
I promise to read through the posts tonight! Work has been INSANE. Life has been INSANE. I go on a business trip next week (I'll be here monday to get things going) and will be back by the following Monday, but it might take me until Tues to catch it up, honestly.
I see we have lots of posts and I'm glad. I've been able to get in workouts this week every day, but food has been my standard not on plan. Yes, foolish. No other way to say that.
We had Vicky's endochronologist apt on Tuesday morning and we got the tests results back this morning. Not surprised: she has autoimmune thyroid disease (Hashimotos). Not the best nor the worst thing that can happen. Its just that I wish we didn't have to "add" this to her list of issues.
Take care everyone.
Jen - thanks for checking in with us. <BIG SIGH> - will say prayers for you and Vicky and family. Know we are here for you.
Bengal - Holy COW! I see you made goal. Did that happen when I was on vacation?? I think we need a new goal party to cheer you up while you are recovering. Mmmmm - I am giving you big HUGS to feel better and a life-time of skinny vibes and an endless supply of romance novels to read while you are recovering. Oh yeah! I think you need a string bikini like Sarah
Sue - My DH tells me this all the time - "YOu don't carry the scale around with you". I am proud to say I have been scale free since Monday. It still plays with your mind but know you are getting stronger.
Lisa - hope you feel better.
GoBrowns - Congrats on consistent loss. I look up to you. You will do fine because you will be so focused on the company.
Getting ready to go to dinner. Wish me luck. It is a planned menu and I at least know they are having a chicken dish, fish dish and london broil. I felt stupid calling and asking but feel better now that I know there is something I can eat.
Vickie
Bengal - Holy COW! I see you made goal.
Did that happen when I was on vacation?? I think we need a new goal party to cheer you up while you are recovering. Mmmmm - I am giving you big HUGS to feel better and a life-time of skinny vibes and an endless supply of romance novels to read while you are recovering. Oh yeah! I think you need a string bikini like Sarah Sue - My DH tells me this all the time - "YOu don't carry the scale around with you". I am proud to say I have been scale free since Monday. It still plays with your mind but know you are getting stronger.
Lisa - hope you feel better.
GoBrowns - Congrats on consistent loss. I look up to you. You will do fine because you will be so focused on the company.
Getting ready to go to dinner. Wish me luck. It is a planned menu and I at least know they are having a chicken dish, fish dish and london broil. I felt stupid calling and asking but feel better now that I know there is something I can eat.
Vickie
Hi guys! Having a good day today but HUNGRY now! ( dinner time) this and the evening are the hardest!
Okay I confess. 
I hit goal a few weeks ago but I am a timid goalie.
I dont feel like it's mine yet!
Sounds strange but its true. I keep waiting for it to slip away from me, more so now that I am excersise free!! That is why I am working so hard at being 100% !
I am at my wedding weight ( less the large chest I had down sized a few years ago). I went to a site
http://www.am-i-fat.com/body_frame_size.html
And did my measurements and it said that my top end weight should be 151!!! So I would like to see if I can get there or lower and maintain it. I do not want to change my goal weight until then as the last time I weighed in the 140's I was 18. So why try to set an official unattainable goal? That being said I always check stats out of other members and see that their numbers at goal range from the low 140's for 5'8" to 158 lbs.
Speaking of wedding dresses- Hooray to Lisa for being too small for hers!!! WOW!!! That is excellant!!!
Good luck with your dinner choices Vickie. I do the same when I am going out to eat. Preplanning helps curb my last minute crave order!!
Hang in there Jen!!
Donna your planning reminds me to follow through with what I preach and self apply some of my advice!!
Cheers ladies have a GREAT EVENING!!
Okay I confess.
I hit goal a few weeks ago but I am a timid goalie.
I dont feel like it's mine yet!
Sounds strange but its true. I keep waiting for it to slip away from me, more so now that I am excersise free!! That is why I am working so hard at being 100% !
I am at my wedding weight ( less the large chest I had down sized a few years ago). I went to a site
http://www.am-i-fat.com/body_frame_size.html
And did my measurements and it said that my top end weight should be 151!!! So I would like to see if I can get there or lower and maintain it. I do not want to change my goal weight until then as the last time I weighed in the 140's I was 18. So why try to set an official unattainable goal? That being said I always check stats out of other members and see that their numbers at goal range from the low 140's for 5'8" to 158 lbs.
Speaking of wedding dresses- Hooray to Lisa for being too small for hers!!! WOW!!! That is excellant!!!
Good luck with your dinner choices Vickie. I do the same when I am going out to eat. Preplanning helps curb my last minute crave order!!
Hang in there Jen!!
Donna your planning reminds me to follow through with what I preach and self apply some of my advice!!
Cheers ladies have a GREAT EVENING!!
Bengal - Oh - I dream of 5'8" - Lucky you. Understand with the no exericse why goal is not as exciting but hey you still did it!!! You are smart to not set it too low. I wish I would of had more help with mine. I think it was set too low and now it seems to be a weight holding me down.
100% again yesterday and did great with my dinner!! Was very proud of myself -- passed up dessert and asked for salad without dressing and used my JC dinner. It was harder than going out to dinner as it was a pre-set menu/sit down. Enjoyed my cheesecake when I got home with strawberries and FF whip cream.
Kinda quiet - Is everyone doing okay????
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
100% again yesterday and did great with my dinner!! Was very proud of myself -- passed up dessert and asked for salad without dressing and used my JC dinner. It was harder than going out to dinner as it was a pre-set menu/sit down. Enjoyed my cheesecake when I got home with strawberries and FF whip cream.
Kinda quiet - Is everyone doing okay????
Hope everyone has a great weekend!
Hi. I wish I were taller . . . just so I could eat more. lol. I checked out that site . . . it says that at 5' 3.5" my lowest wt should be 109 and highest 132. So, my goal of 125 is probably a good one. I was in that range in my 20's and then inched up in my 30's to the 130's hitting 140's just before getting pregnant. I'm now almost at that old "high point." Was in the 146's two days in a row now on my own scale so it's coming. Thanks everyone for their good wishes - it is very encouraging and I'm feeling a renewed burst of motivation.
Slim Vickie, good for you to stay away from those brownies. Might not be a bad idea to keep a JC one in the freezer as backup. Do you ever make them with apple sauce instead of oil?
Hey Sue onehotmama2be, love your name. I know what you mean about the pants and kangaroo pouch. My son weighs about 36 lbs. Can't believe I had more than his weight to lose to achieve my goal!! Love your comment about changing my name to "I changed." I really have. I'm still trying to figure out what happenned to me. Some form of post-partum I think. Job change, financial stress, role change, dependency on my husband, someone depending on me all the time, not living up to some sort of idealized image of motherhood in my own mind. I feel like I'm pulling myself out of it s-l-o-w-l-y five years later. At 41 yo, am too young to feel so frumpy. Keep it up with boot camp. You are going to have one hot body come summertime!!!
Hi Browns, enjoy your visit with your family.
Hi Lisa, hope you're feeling better. Love you NSV story! I gave some of my pants that no longer fit to my MIL. Thanks for the confetti.
WB Oscar and discomamma.
Oscar - congrats on your loss this week... and welcome back to the board. It's good to see you again!
Donna mamaduke, out of the mouth of babes, lol. My 4 yo asks me if things are on my list before he offers to share them with me. Hope you get some reassuring news. I like your self-soothing plan.
Hi Jen, good for you that you've continued your workouts. Right now, I think a maintain is as good as a loss.
Bengal - congrats on making GOAL!!! Thanks for sharing the website.
Slim Vickie, good for you to stay away from those brownies. Might not be a bad idea to keep a JC one in the freezer as backup. Do you ever make them with apple sauce instead of oil?
Hey Sue onehotmama2be, love your name. I know what you mean about the pants and kangaroo pouch. My son weighs about 36 lbs. Can't believe I had more than his weight to lose to achieve my goal!! Love your comment about changing my name to "I changed." I really have. I'm still trying to figure out what happenned to me. Some form of post-partum I think. Job change, financial stress, role change, dependency on my husband, someone depending on me all the time, not living up to some sort of idealized image of motherhood in my own mind. I feel like I'm pulling myself out of it s-l-o-w-l-y five years later. At 41 yo, am too young to feel so frumpy. Keep it up with boot camp. You are going to have one hot body come summertime!!!
Hi Browns, enjoy your visit with your family.
Hi Lisa, hope you're feeling better. Love you NSV story! I gave some of my pants that no longer fit to my MIL. Thanks for the confetti.
WB Oscar and discomamma.
Oscar - congrats on your loss this week... and welcome back to the board. It's good to see you again!
Donna mamaduke, out of the mouth of babes, lol. My 4 yo asks me if things are on my list before he offers to share them with me. Hope you get some reassuring news. I like your self-soothing plan.
Hi Jen, good for you that you've continued your workouts. Right now, I think a maintain is as good as a loss.
Bengal - congrats on making GOAL!!! Thanks for sharing the website.
Hi ready,
Love your note on your role in life and how you fit in~ dependent etc. So true! We don't get a how- to- book so we are dropped in the deep end and have to figure out whether it will be sink or swim on our own! Confusing at times to say the least!!
I do have to say I got a chuckle out of the comment that I could eat more cause I was taller. It's all prespective! From my vange point, it shows more as I stand out! heh heh. Different views. I love the fact that we can share our preconseived thoughts. One of mine, that I never spoke out but always held onto, was that one day I could eat like "normal" people. I guess I thought beautifully slim gals never worried out their weight and (within reason) could eat and drink what they wanted.
One day I was visiting a co worker ( her mom was doing my nails) when in walks her sister and freinds. These girls were all gorgeous and slim. They got out the magazines and were talking about models, in fact they knew who the models were by name ! I would never know who was modeling what. I just put that down as something the "beautiful , hip people" paid attention to. Then without thinking I mentioned that I wished about being "weight carefree" like them. They all looked at me like I had a horn growing out of where my nose should be!!
It turned out to be an interesting afternoon. These gals were no different in their struggles, fears, hang ups etc! They fought just as hard to maintain their image as we do to get back ours. So really " normal" is US. You , me, EVERYONE!! We are just at different stages of achieving "normal" or maintaining it. As one of the girls said " I'm betting only 1 -5 % of girls out there really have no worries ".
I babble but I wanted to share that moment. A light went on! I have to keep reminding myself of that day so that I dont feel I am in a different class or the "woo is me" syndrom. Did that make sense? Or should I delete and get another cup of java?
Speaking of java. When I have a coffee mid morning , I also have my Jenny anytime bar. It feels like a "treat". I rarely have the shakes as I need the chew sensation, but those are good too. Lately I have avoided the new version of the bars, I don't like the new formula. I have been looking for a comparable replacement.
I met a wonderful dietitian here in Victoria , CANADA, who did the research for me. Here is her email reply:
The following is an email from a wonderful lady!! It is in response to the replacement bar question for Canadian Jenny Craig Bars!!
Hi Lesa,
So far, I have Elev8me bars. These are a suitable substitute and are, in fact, superior to the Jenny bar, in my opinion.
Here is their website http://www.prosnack.com/
Genisoy is also a great choice, very close nutritionally but I'm going to say no to the Vector bar and the no the the Cliff bars.
Danielle
Danielle Van Schaick, BASc, RD, CPT
Registered Dietitian • Nutritionist • Fitness
DANI HEALTH & NUTRITION SERVICES
www.danihealth.com
(250) 380-3847
Well thats it for me ! Cheers!
Love your note on your role in life and how you fit in~ dependent etc. So true! We don't get a how- to- book so we are dropped in the deep end and have to figure out whether it will be sink or swim on our own! Confusing at times to say the least!!
I do have to say I got a chuckle out of the comment that I could eat more cause I was taller. It's all prespective! From my vange point, it shows more as I stand out! heh heh. Different views. I love the fact that we can share our preconseived thoughts. One of mine, that I never spoke out but always held onto, was that one day I could eat like "normal" people. I guess I thought beautifully slim gals never worried out their weight and (within reason) could eat and drink what they wanted.
One day I was visiting a co worker ( her mom was doing my nails) when in walks her sister and freinds. These girls were all gorgeous and slim. They got out the magazines and were talking about models, in fact they knew who the models were by name ! I would never know who was modeling what. I just put that down as something the "beautiful , hip people" paid attention to. Then without thinking I mentioned that I wished about being "weight carefree" like them. They all looked at me like I had a horn growing out of where my nose should be!!
It turned out to be an interesting afternoon. These gals were no different in their struggles, fears, hang ups etc! They fought just as hard to maintain their image as we do to get back ours. So really " normal" is US. You , me, EVERYONE!! We are just at different stages of achieving "normal" or maintaining it. As one of the girls said " I'm betting only 1 -5 % of girls out there really have no worries ".
I babble but I wanted to share that moment. A light went on! I have to keep reminding myself of that day so that I dont feel I am in a different class or the "woo is me" syndrom. Did that make sense? Or should I delete and get another cup of java?
Speaking of java. When I have a coffee mid morning , I also have my Jenny anytime bar. It feels like a "treat". I rarely have the shakes as I need the chew sensation, but those are good too. Lately I have avoided the new version of the bars, I don't like the new formula. I have been looking for a comparable replacement.
I met a wonderful dietitian here in Victoria , CANADA, who did the research for me. Here is her email reply:
The following is an email from a wonderful lady!! It is in response to the replacement bar question for Canadian Jenny Craig Bars!!
Hi Lesa,
So far, I have Elev8me bars. These are a suitable substitute and are, in fact, superior to the Jenny bar, in my opinion.
Here is their website http://www.prosnack.com/
Genisoy is also a great choice, very close nutritionally but I'm going to say no to the Vector bar and the no the the Cliff bars.
Danielle
Danielle Van Schaick, BASc, RD, CPT
Registered Dietitian • Nutritionist • Fitness
DANI HEALTH & NUTRITION SERVICES
www.danihealth.com
(250) 380-3847
Well thats it for me ! Cheers!
Well ladies,
Here I am. Really back at the beginning. I do not know my current weight, but I'm sure its up again closer to 175-180. I just feel like I'm totally lost. I have a business trip next week and I had to buy new clothes. Honestly, I HATED the way I looked and felt in that changing room. Forget the number (DEPRESSING) of the size, but just the way they looked on me---I didn't look good.
So, I have some things to get me through---I know no one is going to care (but me), but it saps the confidence too. And, last time i was there giving briefs, I was thin. Kinda makes me feel weird being 40 lbs heavier. The only good thing about the trip: Food. Why is food good. Well, I'll be stuck in my hotel room at night and I don't do vending machines, so I won't have food to eat. I'll bring as much as I can to eat from JC (or my other common travel things---I used to travel alot and had no problem when I was loosing or maintaining). Biggest problem, my room doesn't have a microwave...I have a fridge, but not having a micro is a pain (I had no choice about hotel this time). There is a fitness room---its not great, but it should be ok (I've been there before). But, I won't get my normal week of good workouts in...I will have a billy blanks Tae Bo DVD for my laptop, if all else fails.
I REALLY NEED TO MAKE TODAY a 100% day and then Sun, Mon and Tues (I fly out on Wed)...I need the confidence that I am doing something to get through what I need to do next week...I'm the expert, lol, but right now I don't feel like it!
Well, I'm off to the gym. Thanks ladies. How many times have I said, this is a new start. This HAS to be a new start.
Here I am. Really back at the beginning. I do not know my current weight, but I'm sure its up again closer to 175-180. I just feel like I'm totally lost. I have a business trip next week and I had to buy new clothes. Honestly, I HATED the way I looked and felt in that changing room. Forget the number (DEPRESSING) of the size, but just the way they looked on me---I didn't look good.
So, I have some things to get me through---I know no one is going to care (but me), but it saps the confidence too. And, last time i was there giving briefs, I was thin. Kinda makes me feel weird being 40 lbs heavier. The only good thing about the trip: Food. Why is food good. Well, I'll be stuck in my hotel room at night and I don't do vending machines, so I won't have food to eat. I'll bring as much as I can to eat from JC (or my other common travel things---I used to travel alot and had no problem when I was loosing or maintaining). Biggest problem, my room doesn't have a microwave...I have a fridge, but not having a micro is a pain (I had no choice about hotel this time). There is a fitness room---its not great, but it should be ok (I've been there before). But, I won't get my normal week of good workouts in...I will have a billy blanks Tae Bo DVD for my laptop, if all else fails.
I REALLY NEED TO MAKE TODAY a 100% day and then Sun, Mon and Tues (I fly out on Wed)...I need the confidence that I am doing something to get through what I need to do next week...I'm the expert, lol, but right now I don't feel like it!
Well, I'm off to the gym. Thanks ladies. How many times have I said, this is a new start. This HAS to be a new start.
Jen – I am so cheering you on. You can DO this. I have a secret to tell… I never told one person except the people living in my house that I joined JC (not my Mom, sister, neighbors). Why? Because I was such a huge yo-yo dieter that I thought everyone would think oh here she goes again. My DH did say that back in August and it hurt but we worked through it. You might remember reading that up until I was ready to leave for my ski trip that I still had all my clothes on the floor of the closet (gone now) because I think part of me did not believe that I would not go back. It was my WI before the trip that I called my JCC crying with tears of joy and thought I really did it and I am not going back and along with that comes a little sense of loss (and responsibility). The point of this is you remind me so much of myself so my heart breaks a little. I would exercise like crazy just to blow it. I know if you find the right consultant and with the support of these wonderful ladies you WILL be successful. Big ((HUGS)))!!!! We are here for you.
Bengal – I appreciated your story. I remember the Ah ha day when I realized this was for life and I could never go back to that person who ate food without thinking about the calories, nutrition, and my health. It was kinda sad for me especially since I am so darn short. It is almost like when you have to become a responsible adult and the care-free ways are gone forever; but reflecting further I realized I have great health, look younger (I have been told), can keep up skiing with my 17 yo – There are so many benefits that I know I can’t go back – Just wish I was a little taller so I could indulge a bit more now and then. 
Ready – I have a JC brownie in the freezer. I have never made them with apple sauce – good idea but still not sure I could control the portion size
Donna – How are you doing? Are you sticking to your plan – journaling each night, etc? Did you find something to keep you busy so the anxiety of waiting does not get to you?
Thinking of you and sending you skinny vibes.
So when I was skiing I rode up on the chair with a man who was ski patrol at Heavenly in 1964 and now lives 2 blocks from the tram. Doing quick math I put him at 80 or older. He told me about a lady who is 90 and skis everyday. There is a whole group that skis each morning and meets for lunch each day. I thought that is my inspiration and long-term goal – to be healthy enough to ski when I am 90.
Not quite 100% yesterday but very close and doing okay today! Jeans that were tight last week feel loser (again) but I will see what the scale says on Monday.
Vickie
Bengal – I appreciated your story. I remember the Ah ha day when I realized this was for life and I could never go back to that person who ate food without thinking about the calories, nutrition, and my health. It was kinda sad for me especially since I am so darn short.
It is almost like when you have to become a responsible adult and the care-free ways are gone forever; but reflecting further I realized I have great health, look younger (I have been told), can keep up skiing with my 17 yo – There are so many benefits that I know I can’t go back – Just wish I was a little taller so I could indulge a bit more now and then. Ready – I have a JC brownie in the freezer. I have never made them with apple sauce – good idea but still not sure I could control the portion size
Donna – How are you doing? Are you sticking to your plan – journaling each night, etc? Did you find something to keep you busy so the anxiety of waiting does not get to you?
Thinking of you and sending you skinny vibes.
So when I was skiing I rode up on the chair with a man who was ski patrol at Heavenly in 1964 and now lives 2 blocks from the tram. Doing quick math I put him at 80 or older. He told me about a lady who is 90 and skis everyday. There is a whole group that skis each morning and meets for lunch each day. I thought that is my inspiration and long-term goal – to be healthy enough to ski when I am 90.
Not quite 100% yesterday but very close and doing okay today! Jeans that were tight last week feel loser (again) but I will see what the scale says on Monday.
Vickie
Hi everyone,
I stayed the same this week. That's not official but on my scale as I had to cancel my appointment this am due to a pet emergency. I had a challenging week am but back on JC 100% as of yesterday- so I am feeling good. It was a tough week but I feel more in control now as well as "feeling" better eating the right food.
Take care all
I stayed the same this week. That's not official but on my scale as I had to cancel my appointment this am due to a pet emergency. I had a challenging week am but back on JC 100% as of yesterday- so I am feeling good. It was a tough week but I feel more in control now as well as "feeling" better eating the right food.
Take care all
How's everyone doing today? I didn't get to have my bi-weekly weigh-in this week after all... I had changed my regular appt from noon, to 10:30 because I had plans to meet some Sacramento-Area JC girls for lunch. I arrived at my centre just in time and 20 minutes later I'm still sitting there waiting. By this time rather impatiently, for someone to at least give me a hint if my JCC is even in the "house" yet. So I wrote a little note next to my name on the sign-in sheet that I couldn't wait any longer, and left a few minutes before 11. I guess I'll just pop in to the centre by my house and get enough food to last me thru next week.
But back to the lunch date, we have a nice little "sacramento area" thread going on another part of the boards and a group of us decided to meet for lunch Friday. We all met at Applebees and had the grilled lime-chicken salad. We had such a great time, that we decided to make it a monthly event. How fun to meet face-to-face with your cyber-buddies!
I haven't been able to get my goal of 5 workouts per week for the last few weeks. I've been using my foot-problem as my excuse, I still haven't found a shoe that I can use for exercise without pain. I'm also trying to rest it and let the inflamation go down. But honestly y'all, I do have an exercise bike right here in my living room that I could be riding so don't let me use this excuse anymore!! This challenge board has really been the catalyst that got me from 0 workouts per week, up to 5 workouts per week and I don't wanna slip back.
Happy Sunday to you all!
But back to the lunch date, we have a nice little "sacramento area" thread going on another part of the boards and a group of us decided to meet for lunch Friday. We all met at Applebees and had the grilled lime-chicken salad. We had such a great time, that we decided to make it a monthly event. How fun to meet face-to-face with your cyber-buddies!
I haven't been able to get my goal of 5 workouts per week for the last few weeks. I've been using my foot-problem as my excuse, I still haven't found a shoe that I can use for exercise without pain. I'm also trying to rest it and let the inflamation go down. But honestly y'all, I do have an exercise bike right here in my living room that I could be riding so don't let me use this excuse anymore!! This challenge board has really been the catalyst that got me from 0 workouts per week, up to 5 workouts per week and I don't wanna slip back.
Happy Sunday to you all!
I went to my wi this morning and the good news is I am down .4 this week, the bad news is I think I lost due to stress and not because of healthy life choices. Back to good news. I am feeling so much stronger this week-end. I am going to take bengals advice and hurry up and wait. I have paid all my bills, balanced my checking and my husband business account, lost count of how many loads of laundry, cleaning and still found time to go out with DH and my sister-in-law and her husband. We had a nice time and we are planning a trip to Florida. So what could be a better distraction than vacation. I wanted to say thanks to all of you. It is so nice to have a SAFE PLACE TO FALL when we need to. I just knew someone if not all of you would catch me. I will always be here to return the favor.
Donna
Donna
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