*THANKSGIVING WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE*

JodieHut

Weigh in for today: 184.4

Can't remember where I was last week, but I know I lost!

You were at 187.8 last week..... thats a great loss! Congrats!!

JodieHut

Finally I am down at least a pound! Don't remember my starting weight but I am at 137 now. Hoping to get to 130 by Thanksgiving

I have you down for 138 last week.... another good loss!! You gals rock!!

JodieHut

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

I suggest Jillians 30 Day Shred DVD..... there are three workouts and each is only 20 minutes long. Quick and INTENSE!!

melodys_attic

I hope this is the correct thread.

Starting weight 190
Goal weight 150
Current weight 185
Lost this week: 3 lbs.

Motivation: Eric. He couldn't do what he needed to do to be healthy and now he is gone. We used to try to inspire and motivate each other, but he lost the strength to keep trying. I'll do this for him. I miss you Eric. You were a good friend.


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diet45

I changed my post...it didn't make any sense...hope this does.

Starting MFP weight 190 6/12/10
1st weigh-in 174 9/8/10
2nd weigh-in 174 9/15/10
3rd weigh-in 172 9/22/10

Goal weight 163 - 9 lbs to go

vickyajones

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

I suggest Jillians 30 Day Shred DVD..... there are three workouts and each is only 20 minutes long. Quick and INTENSE!!

Jodie - I just ordered that DVD and am excited but a little bit worried I might disturb my neighbors. I live in a second floor apartment I am sure if I can hear my downstairs neighbor's twins in the morning, they can hear me! Is it easily adaptable? Also, my space is limited but I can manage pilates ok (and if I wasn't worried about the neighbors, Tai Bo). Can it be done in a smallish space? (not cramped but not an American-sized living room).

It's funny the things that make me miss America!

JodieHut

You dont need a lot of space to do this dvd.... she doesnt have you run all around or anything. The only thing I can think of that may cause noise is the jumping jacks. I have bad knees, so I had to modify them. Jillian says you cant modify them, but I did!! It really is a good exercise program. I love it most though because its only twenty minutes! Cant wait to hear how you like it!

pmjsmom

A few years ago I was invited by an American family to join them for thanksgiving and they deep fried the turkey... OMG... that would have to be the tastiest turkey I have EVER eaten....hate to think of the calories in that!

I have never had deep=fried turkey but the Hungry Girl website has this to say about it:


HG,

Everyone is making deep fried turkeys these days. My friend says they are healthier than regular roasted turkeys, but this doesn't seem likely to me. Which is better for you?

-Perplexed 'Bout Poultry
Dear Perplexed,

Great question! I've received so many emails about this. Not surprisingly (though it will be to your friend, apparently!), a deep fried bird contains more fat and calories than a regular roasted turkey. But the difference isn't as big as you'd think. The nutritional information is as follows; 3.5 ounces of deep fried turkey has approximately 190 calories and 11 grams of fat, while the same size portion of regular roasted turkey breast typically contains about 165 calories and 7 grams of fat. Last, and when it comes to fat and calories, least, a 3.5 ounce serving of skinless roasted turkey breast clocks in at around 140 calories and 3.5 grams of fat. As you may have guessed, the roasted turkey without skin is your best bet. You may also be wondering if skinless deep fried turkey and skinless oven roasted turkey have the same amount of calories (I was). Close, but not quite. Turkey skin melts a little during cooking, seeping into the meat right below it. This, of course, makes the meat a little bit fattier and more caloric than its roasted counterpart. To minimize this effect, I suggest you take turkey from a little further down into the bird. Overall, while it's a good idea to stick with skinless roasted turkey breast, I'd worry more about those creamy, fatty side dishes and rich, decadent desserts, than about how your turkey is cooked. HG Tip: Turkey that's deep fried in canola or vegetable oil at a higher temperature (350 degrees+) will absorb less fat and oil than turkeys that are fried at lower temperatures. Happy Thanksgiving!

So, it's really not too bad for you--IF it is done right (oil at the correct temp., etc.)

pmjsmom

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

You can also check youtube and exercisetv.tv--there are a LOT of workouts on the web that don't take a lot of time and if you stick to lower impact they shouldn't make too much noise, either.

That's how I started--and I still prefer a lot of the routines I found online to most of the DVDs I've tried!

nichole1027

I forgot about writing my weight in yesterday. I am still at the same weight, but I guess it's good I didn't gain. Starting weight 138, current weight 138. Need to kick it up for next week!

sjyates

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

I suggest Jillians 30 Day Shred DVD..... there are three workouts and each is only 20 minutes long. Quick and INTENSE!!

Jodie - I just ordered that DVD and am excited but a little bit worried I might disturb my neighbors. I live in a second floor apartment I am sure if I can hear my downstairs neighbor's twins in the morning, they can hear me! Is it easily adaptable? Also, my space is limited but I can manage pilates ok (and if I wasn't worried about the neighbors, Tai Bo). Can it be done in a smallish space? (not cramped but not an American-sized living room).

It's funny the things that make me miss America!

I'm on Day 10/Level 1 of the 30 Day Shred and I LOVE IT!!!! You don't need much space and it is a great workout. This morning I even substituted in 5 lb weights for some of the strength moves instead of the 3s I usually use! I'm anxious to see what you think about it! Good luck!

vickyajones

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

I suggest Jillians 30 Day Shred DVD..... there are three workouts and each is only 20 minutes long. Quick and INTENSE!!

Jodie - I just ordered that DVD and am excited but a little bit worried I might disturb my neighbors. I live in a second floor apartment I am sure if I can hear my downstairs neighbor's twins in the morning, they can hear me! Is it easily adaptable? Also, my space is limited but I can manage pilates ok (and if I wasn't worried about the neighbors, Tai Bo). Can it be done in a smallish space? (not cramped but not an American-sized living room).

It's funny the things that make me miss America!

I'm on Day 10/Level 1 of the 30 Day Shred and I LOVE IT!!!! You don't need much space and it is a great workout. This morning I even substituted in 5 lb weights for some of the strength moves instead of the 3s I usually use! I'm anxious to see what you think about it! Good luck!

Thanks for the advice Ladies! I can't wait to give it a go!

aam_84

I love my 30 day shred dvd! its so fast and easy to do every morning before work. I think I am ready to move up in weight size as well..maybe try 5lbs instead of 3lbs. I would like to know how you enter it into your exercise log....

I usually do a 25 minutre circut training! Doesnt burn much but its better than nothing.

rjadams

I haven't checked in lately. I had to finally face facts and update my ticker. I am 148. up 2 pounds since the beginning of the challenge. oh well time to start over. but first I get a weekend trip to Minnesota to visit my daughter. I am so excited.

I have done the shred before. each section takes about 27 minutes with warm up and cool down. I recorded it as my own exercise in the journal called 30 day shred and I used my HRM for calorie burn. I burn low on everything so it probably wouldn't help you to know my burns.

Congrats to all of you who have lost and just keep at for those of you with less than stellar results. It will all work out in the end.

JodieHut

I haven't checked in lately. I had to finally face facts and update my ticker. I am 148. up 2 pounds since the beginning of the challenge. oh well time to start over. but first I get a weekend trip to Minnesota to visit my daughter. I am so excited.

I have done the shred before. each section takes about 27 minutes with warm up and cool down. I recorded it as my own exercise in the journal called 30 day shred and I used my HRM for calorie burn. I burn low on everything so it probably wouldn't help you to know my burns.

Congrats to all of you who have lost and just keep at for those of you with less than stellar results. It will all work out in the end.

Glad you are still with us!! We still have nine weeks (from today!!) until Thanksgiving..... plenty of time to get some pounds off. We can do this ladies!!! Don't forget all the holiday pictures we want to be in this year.... no more hiding!

sjyates

I love my 30 day shred dvd! its so fast and easy to do every morning before work. I think I am ready to move up in weight size as well..maybe try 5lbs instead of 3lbs. I would like to know how you enter it into your exercise log....

I usually do a 25 minutre circut training! Doesnt burn much but its better than nothing.

I have just been logging the Shred in as circuit training for 26 minutes. . .I guess I need to get a HRM. I really think I'm burning more than 205 calories when I do it, but maybe not.

aam_84

I agree that I feel we should be burning more than just 200 something calories! I dont have a HRM either... so for now it will work I guess
Thank you for your responses.

KarenBorter

Re: 30DS and any exercise ... as you get better, more conditioned, you will burn less calories. 205 calories sounds about right for the first few days ... I am on Day 4 and am under 200 calories burned. I have to up the weight to 5lbs tonight. Keep that in mind with any exercise (even ellipticals and such) without a HRM you don't know what you are really doing. The machines give you avereages and so does this website. I am shocked to see that the same workout on the Elliptical, same machine, same time is now yielding less calories burned. What does this mean? I have to up the resistance to make it more effective.

GOOD JOB everyone ... and I mean everyone! Even if you don't think you are doing well, posting here shows that you are committed to this challenge!

Meganalva

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

I also work full-time with 2 little boys ages 4 & 21 months. Trust me, you can find time! I didn't think I could either. Honestly, you're gonna have to choose between getting up early before he does or staying up later to fit in some work-out time. I'm not an early riser, PLUS my kids are up by 6:30-7am! lol so I do my working out at night after putting them to bed. Good luck!

mariacha

I had a rough week emotionally, and unfortunately (but not surprisingly - it's my tendency) I tried to make myself feel better by eating. I really need to get out of the habit of eating when I'm depressed or upset; that's what's kept me from losing weight all these years, and that's partly why I gained it in the first place. Anyway, I gained 1.8 lbs this week, so I'm pretty much back to where I started two weeks ago.

Height: 5'7"
MFP SW: 181
SW (9/8): 176
CW: 175.4

Meganalva

I'm joining in this challenge a little late! hope that's okay I need some motivation because I have been slackin the past 1-2 weeks and my scale isn't moving...I guess at least it's not going UP, lol!!

(Starting MFP weight: 140)

Starting weight: 132
Current weight: 132
Goal weight by Thanksgiving: 122

Shmee77

Stayed the same this week. I started and feel bloated, so I'm just happy I didn't gain!

SW- 177
CW-173
GW-157

diet45

Does anyone have any exercise ideas. I work full time and am also a mommy to a busy toddler and have a hard time finding time to work out.
any suggestions?

The elliptical is my friend. I work part time and have four kids. I usually jump on my elliptical after I get my littlest one in bed around 8:30. How do I workout that late? I have to or I wouldn't get it done. I'm not an early bird and already get up at 5:45 as it is. I also crank up my IPOD to my favorite Christian tunes and the time flies by. Hope that you find something that works for you.

Ebth2306

Hi all...joining late but better late then never I say.

I weighed my self Monday and so I will look really good this week because I won't weigh in again until next wed. but then I will be on the challenge schedule. Here are my goals

Cw:170
Start :170
Goal : 159
Fitness goal: work out 4 times per week at least 30 minutes each

Thanks for posting this challenge. Can't wait to get and give support....oh and be in the 150's again!!!!

Elizabeth

journeyfan

:happy: Hi there I joined this challenge a couple of weeks ago and I only weigh in every two weeks or so. I was having issues with my scale but am back on track and to my surprise I lost another 8 pounds since my last weigh in. I am definately on board!


Start weight: 235
September 23rd : 222
Goal: 211

sjyates

I've had a bad few days and with the weekend coming I'm going to have to really focus to stay on track! At this point I just would like to maintain and not gain this week. . .unfortunately for me, my weigh-in days are Mondays so I'm down to just a few days to try and undo what I've done!

I am admitting right now though that I'm going to my cousin's homecoming football game tonight, so I will be eating a frito chili pie and I'm going to do so without any guilt! So probably a double workout tomorrow!!!

Have a good weekend everyone!! :glasses:

JodieHut

LOL.... enjoy the chili frito pie!! Sounds yummy!! Drink LOTS of water cause it sounds like its loaded with sodium! Also, enjoy the double workout!!!!

kizzy_muss

I Would also like to join in on challenge as well if it's not too late


Cw:178
Start :178
Goal : 170 (i'm guessing the goal weight is for the end of THIS challenge?)
Fitness goal: walk for at least 30 mins a day and exercise vids

Ebth2306

I agree that sometimes you have to be able to splurge without giving the food the power to make you feel guilty. The key is to do that double workout and not look back. If we are all really trying to make this perm. there will be homecoming games, weddings, birthday cakes, etc. in life and we just have to do EVERYTHING in moderation.

ENJOY!!

I am going to the movies tonight but I WON'T be buying popcorn. Gonna sneak in some almonds or a bar (honestly never done it before so it is fun to be breaking the rules)!

Hope everyone has a great weekend.

Elizabeth

JodieHut

I had a rough week emotionally, and unfortunately (but not surprisingly - it's my tendency) I tried to make myself feel better by eating. I really need to get out of the habit of eating when I'm depressed or upset; that's what's kept me from losing weight all these years, and that's partly why I gained it in the first place. Anyway, I gained 1.8 lbs this week, so I'm pretty much back to where I started two weeks ago.

Height: 5'7"
MFP SW: 181
SW (9/8): 176
CW: 175.4

Sorry you had such a difficult week. As an emotional eater myself, I can certainly relate. We just have to trust ourselves that we will be okay if we allow ourselves to feel those depressed or upset feelings. Eating just seems to be a quicker and easier solution. But we can re-learn how to handle those difficult times. I slip up every now and then, but I'm getting better. There are lots of great self-help books out there with ideas to get us through those times. You can do this.... stay strong.