New Year Challenge!

HeaterM

Lunch always sucks because i always grab the easy thing which is a slice of pizza. For a while i would get a ham and cheese sandwhich but today I wasnt as good

lisawest

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Its been a busy month for me so far! I'm still around & still trying to litterally work my butt off, however I haven't been checking in here too much only to log food, etc. I've been busy getting ready for my cruise, so much to do! Also been dating CJ aka Hot Cop as much as possible! Everything is going so awesome between us. He just got hired on as police chief in another city, so now he has to move, so yesterday he had me house hunting with him instead of going out on the boat for the day. :bigsmile: Its not too far away from where he lives now (which is where my parents live) however it isn't any closer to me. Still about 30 min or so away. He loves living out in the country & I think he's trying to convince me it would be great to move back! :laugh: One thing I can say that is awesome about him is that he is upfront all the way with what he wants! I did however skip the gym both Monday & Tuesday, but got up early both mornings to go for a run. CJ has to work all weekend so hopefully I'll get my groove back & get closer to ONE-derland before I leave for my cruise! :bigsmile:

You go girl! I'm so glad things are going well for you! (I do have to say that living in the country can be very nice! )

Keep working and you'll get there!

lisawest

Lunch always sucks because i always grab the easy thing which is a slice of pizza. For a while i would get a ham and cheese sandwhich but today I wasnt as good

Once slice of pizza won't kill you. You should try to limit the frequency of those slices, though! I usually pack my own lunch and take it with me. If you have a fridge handy, just stash it in there. If not, they do make ice packs to fit in lunch bags now. Baby carrots, fruit (strawberries, grapes, apples especially) are good whether or not you have a fridge/cold pack. If you'd like more ideas on what you could pack, just let me know! I'm more than happy to share any tips that might help!

Mande_G

Checking in!

Sept 6: 173.8 (Start weight)
Sept 13: 171.8 (-2.0)
Sept 20:
Sept 27:
Oct 4:
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Oct 25:
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Jan 3: Goal weight: 155

Awesome loss!!!

Thanks! I'm quite pleased myself.

HeaterM

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Once slice of pizza won't kill you. You should try to limit the frequency of those slices, though! I usually pack my own lunch and take it with me. If you have a fridge handy, just stash it in there. If not, they do make ice packs to fit in lunch bags now. Baby carrots, fruit (strawberries, grapes, apples especially) are good whether or not you have a fridge/cold pack. If you'd like more ideas on what you could pack, just let me know! I'm more than happy to share any tips that might help!
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Thanks I appreciate the advice!

Chocolickkyss

Good morning and happy Thursday! There's just one more work day til the weekend and I'm really looking forward to it. I'm also happy to report that the first part of our work assignment has been completed and completed ON TIME. We are now on the last part of the assignment and have 2 weeks in which to get it done. Today is week 1 day 4 of the Chalean Extreme program which means it's a cardio day. I was suppose to complete Burn Intervals but b/c I needed to get to work super early I threw in Burn It Off instead. It was a great workout.

I apologize that I've not been as active as usual but the work duties are calling. I hope to get caught up with everyone real soon.

kschoono

Hello Lisa & everyone, my name is Kathleen & I would love to join this challenge. Feel free to add me as a friend, so we can support each other during this challenge.

I hope it is not too late to join this New Years challenge.

Here is my weight info

Sept 6: 152.5
Sept 13: 149.5
Sept 20:
Sept 27:
Oct 4:
Oct 11:
Oct 18:
Oct 25:
Nov 1:
Nov 8:
Nov 15:
Nov 22:
Nov 29:
Dec 6:
Dec 13:
Dec 20:
Dec 27:
Jan 3: Goal- 138

Good luck everyone on your next weigh in next Monday.

Kathleen

RushinBruisette

Hi Kathleen! Welcome!! It's never too late to join!! We're all here if you need anything, just let us know!

kschoono

Thank-you! That is so sweet. Good luck on your next weigh in.

That is amazing that you lost 39 lbs! Keep it up.

Kathleen

JennS19

So last night I didn't get in any exercise that I wanted because I was so flipping tired. Tonight, no excuses, I'm ready to get back on my Wii and workout a bit. We ordered the P90X tapes the other day for our christmas present (yes, it's a bit early) and I'm super excited to get them in the mail!! I'm so ready for this weight to come off!!

kintegra

Good morning & Happy Friday to all! Welcome to all the newbies :flowerforyou: This is a great group for tons of support!

I'm doing the happy dance today - I hit the 40 lb lost mark today! I originally wanted to hit 30 lbs lost by my cruise, and I still have 21 days till I leave! Now I'm seeking ONE-derland! Bring it on! :bigsmile:

I will do my actual weigh in for this challenge on Monday, so I'm hoping the weekend is good to me! My new guy is working all weekend, so I will be too....on myself! Bring it on workout weekend! :happy:

maynard46

Good morning & Happy Friday to all! Welcome to all the newbies :flowerforyou: This is a great group for tons of support!

I'm doing the happy dance today - I hit the 40 lb lost mark today! I originally wanted to hit 30 lbs lost by my cruise, and I still have 21 days till I leave! Now I'm seeking ONE-derland! Bring it on! :bigsmile:

I will do my actual weigh in for this challenge on Monday, so I'm hoping the weekend is good to me! My new guy is working all weekend, so I will be too....on myself! Bring it on workout weekend! :happy:

I just want to say Congratulations! Thats excellent. I will do the Happy Dance with you :happy:

lisawest

Good morning & Happy Friday to all! Welcome to all the newbies :flowerforyou: This is a great group for tons of support!

I'm doing the happy dance today - I hit the 40 lb lost mark today! I originally wanted to hit 30 lbs lost by my cruise, and I still have 21 days till I leave! Now I'm seeking ONE-derland! Bring it on! :bigsmile:

I will do my actual weigh in for this challenge on Monday, so I'm hoping the weekend is good to me! My new guy is working all weekend, so I will be too....on myself! Bring it on workout weekend! :happy:

I just want to say Congratulations! Thats excellent. I will do the Happy Dance with you :happy:

EVERYONE should Happy Dance with her! (It burns lots of calories!:laugh: )
Seriously though, congrats on all the hard work! Keep it up and you'll be in ONEderland before you know it!:flowerforyou:

kintegra

Good morning & Happy Friday to all! Welcome to all the newbies :flowerforyou: This is a great group for tons of support!

I'm doing the happy dance today - I hit the 40 lb lost mark today! I originally wanted to hit 30 lbs lost by my cruise, and I still have 21 days till I leave! Now I'm seeking ONE-derland! Bring it on! :bigsmile:

I will do my actual weigh in for this challenge on Monday, so I'm hoping the weekend is good to me! My new guy is working all weekend, so I will be too....on myself! Bring it on workout weekend! :happy:

I just want to say Congratulations! Thats excellent. I will do the Happy Dance with you :happy:

EVERYONE should Happy Dance with her! (It burns lots of calories!:laugh: )
Seriously though, congrats on all the hard work! Keep it up and you'll be in ONEderland before you know it!:flowerforyou:

Thanks everyone! I seriously couldn't be where I am today without all the support of my wonderful MFP friends! You all are SO amazing, so encouraging, & just all around awesome! You have all helped me to become what I am today! And I can actually say that I've never been more happy! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: (Those are tears of JOY!)

maynard46

Good morning & Happy Friday to all! Welcome to all the newbies :flowerforyou: This is a great group for tons of support!

I'm doing the happy dance today - I hit the 40 lb lost mark today! I originally wanted to hit 30 lbs lost by my cruise, and I still have 21 days till I leave! Now I'm seeking ONE-derland! Bring it on! :bigsmile:

I will do my actual weigh in for this challenge on Monday, so I'm hoping the weekend is good to me! My new guy is working all weekend, so I will be too....on myself! Bring it on workout weekend! :happy:

I just want to say Congratulations! Thats excellent. I will do the Happy Dance with you :happy:

EVERYONE should Happy Dance with her! (It burns lots of calories!:laugh: )
Seriously though, congrats on all the hard work! Keep it up and you'll be in ONEderland before you know it!:flowerforyou:

Thanks everyone! I seriously couldn't be where I am today without all the support of my wonderful MFP friends! You all are SO amazing, so encouraging, & just all around awesome! You have all helped me to become what I am today! And I can actually say that I've never been more happy! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: (Those are tears of JOY!)

Awww! Now Im all choked up! :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

JennS19

So I peeked at the scale this morning and I was down almost 3 lbs!! Woot Woot!! I hope I can keep it off until Monday for WI. I ate a larger breakfast this morning becuaes I thought I would be at the farmers market working and walking around....ummm no, it's pouring rain out right now. I guess i'll have to work out extra hard on the Wii tonight!!

kath711

Hello Lisa & everyone, my name is Kathleen & I would love to join this challenge. Feel free to add me as a friend, so we can support each other during this challenge.

I hope it is not too late to join this New Years challenge.

Here is my weight info

Sept 6: 152.5
Sept 13: 149.5
Sept 20:
Sept 27:
Oct 4:
Oct 11:
Oct 18:
Oct 25:
Nov 1:
Nov 8:
Nov 15:
Nov 22:
Nov 29:
Dec 6:
Dec 13:
Dec 20:
Dec 27:
Jan 3: Goal- 138

Good luck everyone on your next weigh in next Monday.

Kathleen

Great name and welcome!!
-Kathleen

Cheilsea

Great idea!

Weigh in weeks:
Sept 6: 163
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Jan 3: Goal- 145

RushinBruisette

Well, I did what I could to keep my sodium in check for the weekend so all of the sodium over week was still too much, I am now just .2lb above my last weigh in, which is much better than the 7lbs I was up, but still. So no weight loss this week, here's hoping for better results on the scale and measuring tape next Friday Although, I'm sure I'll weigh myself throughout the day just because and tomorrow morning...

Sept 6: 205.4
Sept 13: 204.8
Sept 20: 205
Sept 27:
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Jan 3: Goal- 180
XoxoxoX Bru

LoriT129

Sodium has been my arch enemy all week too Bru! I actually changed my diary so I could see it because I didn't have it on there before. I almost wish I hadn't but trying to keep it honest! (keep it honest, keep it honest!) I am hoping to be below 220 within the next two weeks so I am going to TRY to UP the water and LOWER the sodium. I believe this week I will focus on less processed foods and not the quick, easy stuff. Great job to everyone! Bru...don't stress darlin'! You rocked your first 5K this weekend and I am so proud of you! :flowerforyou:

Kelly...congrats on the new boyfriend. Just from the way you talk (type?) I can tell you are having a blast! How cool! Good luck on your weekend work-outs and far exceeding your goal for the cruise!

Welcome to all the new folks! Good luck!!

Weigh in weeks:
Sept 6: 225.5
Sept 13: 224.4
Sept 20: 223.1
Sept 27:
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Jan 3: Goal- 199

Ktbell626

Checking in for the week. I was 169 for one day and then it went back up to 170 yet again. I had a hard week, eating out alot so I'm happy I didn't gain weight . Hopefully this week will be better. I work at Starbucks and trying to limit my drinks, its hard when there all free. Welcome newbies and congrats to those who lost weight this week.

Sept 6: 170
Sept 13: 170
Sept 20:
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Jan 3: Goal- 142

MTDork87

A little late, but I'd like to join. I'm horrible at mini goals and it gets me frustrated. I've also been kind of stuck in 140 land for the majority of September and I'd love to just get to 130 by New Years. Maybe this kind of thing is what I need. So I weighed tonight but I'll put it as tomorrow to keep the same template as everyone else!

Sept 20: 140
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Thanks guys!
Sara

maynard46

A little late, but I'd like to join. I'm horrible at mini goals and it gets me frustrated. I've also been kind of stuck in 140 land for the majority of September and I'd love to just get to 130 by New Years. Maybe this kind of thing is what I need. So I weighed tonight but I'll put it as tomorrow to keep the same template as everyone else!

Sept 20: 140
Sept 27:
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Thanks guys!
Sara

Never to late to join! Its good to have you here.

WELCOME:flowerforyou:

MTDork87

Thanks so much! Can't wait to get to know everyone!

Chocolickkyss

Good evening everyone! I have been MIA this weekend b/c I was so busy but I wanted everyone to know that I was still able to complete a workout both days. Saturday I completed the Burn It Off workout from the Chalean Extreme program. Since Sunday's are my designated rest day I kept it light w/30 minutes of Yoga and 30 minutes of stretching. Although I didn't actually put in the dvds I used the moves from the P90X stretching and Chalean Extreme Recharge dvds. It felt so good to do all the stretching.

AlexaRae12

Sept 19:155
Sept 27:
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jsecret

Sept 20: 194.8
Sept 27:
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Nov 1: GOAL: 185
Nov 8:
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Dec 27: GOAL: 175
Jan 3: GOAL: 170 (Total of a 36 lb weight loss!)

JennS19

Welcome to all the Newbies and WTG on everyone with your weight loss this week. For those who didn't lose, just think of the week you'll have this time! I know you'll all rock it out. This weekend went well for me...I got in the workouts I wanted and I'm tired so that's gotta be a good sign. WI day is tomorrow so i'm excited how the week panned out.

I'm trying to keep in mind that I'm not on a diet, that I'm changing my lifestyle into something healthier. I find when I get all excited about losing weight I become obsessed with what I eat and what I can't eat and eventually I end up falling off the wagon and have a binge. I'm just afraid if I'm think carefully about what I eat that I'll get burned out quickly and give in.

I pray that that doesn't happen.

HeaterM

today has just been a horrible day

Oranda

Weigh in weeks:
Sept 6: 127
Sept 13: 127 - think I have hit a bit of a plateau as far as weight but I am still noticing my clothes feeling looser so I'm happy
Sept 20: 126
Sept 27:
Oct 4:
Oct 11:
Oct 18:
Oct 25:
Nov 1:
Nov 8:
Nov 15:
Nov 22:
Nov 29:
Dec 6:
Dec 13:
Dec 20:
Dec 27:
Jan 3: Goal- 120