Sexy Sixers New Day Challenge- Week 1

kistinbee
kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
edited September 22 in Motivation and Support
Kristin (kistinbee)...................SW 169.5 lbs/ GW 162.0 lbs/ CW 169.5 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs

Susan (Suedre)......................SW 170.0 lbs/ GW 165.0 lbs/ CW 162.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -8.0 lbs
B - (its_B) ................................SW 199.6 lbs/ GW 180.0 lbs/ CW 196.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -2.8 lbs
Jennifer (candycaneps)........SW 184.6 lbs/ GW 178.6 lbs/ CW 178.8 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5.8lbs
Lorna (lulabellewoowoo) .....SW 130.4 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 128.8 lbs/PROGRESS -1.6 lbs
AmyS(Amy_36).......................SW 209 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 211.8 lbs/ PROGRESS +2.8 lbs
Lauren (ren315).....................SW 207.0 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 203.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.0lbs
Vanessa (vayax)......................SW 136.8 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs./CW 131.56 lbs /PROGRESS -5.2 lbs
Sandy (Izzypup).....................SW 187lbs/ GW 184lbs/ CW 187 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
Tracy ( frogy_98) ................... SW 217.4 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 217.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -.4
Beky (bekylouisex3)...............SW 138.5 lbs/ GW 133.0 lbs/ CW 135.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.0 lbs
Clare (Finnhead)....................SW 165.4 lbs / GW 159.0lbs / CW 160.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5 lbs
Tiff (gonabfit)...........................SW 166.2 lbs/ GW 155.0 lbs/ CW 165.6 lbs/PROGRESS -0.6 lbs
Kel(redneckwoman).............. SW 150.0 lbs / GW 145.0 lbs / CW 152.0 lbs / PROGRESS +2.0 lbs
Amy (amypyr)..........................SW 158.7 lbs/ GW 153.0 lbs/ CW 158.2 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.5 lbs
Julia (jmiller0906)..................SW 127.0 lbs/ GW 115.0 lbs/ CW 124.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 2.6 lbs
Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 163.4 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ CW 158.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.6 lbs
Jessyca(jaydensmamas)....SW 211.0 lbs/ GW 200.0 lbs/ CW 211.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
Kristy (Kristy1214)..................SW146.8 lbs / GW 140.0 lbs/ CW 143.6 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.2lbs
Kiesha(kiesha82)..................SW 157.0 lbs/ GW 145.0lbs/ CW 157.0 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0lbs
Madeline (soymuneca)..........SW 163.6 lbs/ GW 145.0 lbs/ CW 163.6 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0LBS
Jackie(fitnewlife).....................SW 172.0 lbs/ GW 127.0 lbs/ CW 140.0 lbs/ new
Lindsey (LHuffman24)..........SW 146.4 lbs/ GW 140.2 lbs/ CW 146.4 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
Cathy(chipper)........................SW 239.0 lbs/ GW 233.0 lbs/ CW 239 lbs/ PROGRESS -0 lbs
Shanell (Nellienell12)............SW 206.0 lbs/ GW 199.5 lbs/ CW 204.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.5 lbs
Lo (sexylonglegs)..................SW 217.2 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 213.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.2 lbs
KIZZY (kizzy_muss)...............SW 183.2 lbs/ GW 179.0 lbs/ CW 179.4 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.8 ibs
Sandy (salvirez)......................SW 133.0 lbs/ GW 129.0 lbs/ CW 132.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.0 lbs
MONTAGNA (alias Valeria)..SW 177.3 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 177.3 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
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  • kistinbee
    kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
    Good morning ladies!

    Let's start this!! I am so ready to start fresh. This has been a very challenge holiday for me so far, and I'm sure this last week won't be much better. My motivation has been gone, in all areas of my life...work, exercise, diet... It's very frustrating. This morning I weighed in and scared myself because the scale is almost back up to 170. I don't want to be there again. SO...I must do something about it. It seems like one thing after another has blocked my view of success. I had been doing so good, exercising pretty much daily, watching what I was eating. I ran race for the cure 5K with Kadence in the jogging stroller, but then that next week I started getting sick. I ended up getting bronchitis, which turned into walking pnemonia, which turned into a sinus infection. Then the antibiotic they put me on gave me a bowel infection. Ugh! So I was out of exercise of any sort for about a month. Then I started back up, did one good week of working out and injured my back...was out for another couple weeks! Then I was moderately working out for a week and hurt my knee last week)! So...this week I am once again taking it easy! I just can't win! I have gained back 5 pounds and am totally frustrated!! I need to get myself back into a groove, and I think a new challenge is exactly the way to do it. But this week and next will still be challenging...there will be lots of yummy Christmas foods and then New Years munchies and drinks! My goal this first week is to not gain! I'm going to drink LOTS of water each day, and try and eat fewer calories on the days when I am at home. And I will log EVERYTHING! So...let me list those goals for this week:

    1. Drink LOTS of water daily.
    2. Log all calories consumed.
    3. Eat fewer calories on days at home.

    Okay...here's the meal plan for today:

    B-Apple Cinn. Cheerios, skim milk, coffee w/sugar-free creamer
    S-Banana, cereal bar
    L-Turkey, cheese, spinach, and honey mustard on light wheat bread, baby carrots, light yogurt
    S-Apple, brownie (from a lady at work)
    D-Butterfly pork chop, red baked potato, green beans
    S-???

    Have a great day gals!! And once everyone has checked in today, we will shorten our list!
  • izzypup
    izzypup Posts: 341 Member
    Good morning Sixers....I to plan to get right back on track! If i can't do cardio I will to ab workouts and strengthening exercises. I will drink at least 10 cups of water a day. (My biggest nemesis) I agree with you Kristen... Holiday food is a killer but I just don't let it in or freeze it, or actually just throw it away! Like I said yesterday ..... I am not gaining.... so that is a plus! Good luck everyone and be the best loser you can be! LOL
    Sandy

    Kristin (kistinbee)...................SW 169.5 lbs/ GW 162.0 lbs/ CW 169.5 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Sandy (Izzypup).....................SW 187lbs/ GW 184lbs/ CW 187 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs

    Susan (Suedre)......................SW 170.0 lbs/ GW 165.0 lbs/ CW 162.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -8.0 lbs
    B - (its_B) ................................SW 199.6 lbs/ GW 180.0 lbs/ CW 196.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -2.8 lbs
    Jennifer (candycaneps)........SW 184.6 lbs/ GW 178.6 lbs/ CW 178.8 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5.8lbs
    Lorna (lulabellewoowoo) .....SW 130.4 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 128.8 lbs/PROGRESS -1.6 lbs
    AmyS(Amy_36).......................SW 209 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 211.8 lbs/ PROGRESS +2.8 lbs
    Lauren (ren315).....................SW 207.0 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 203.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.0lbs
    Vanessa (vayax)......................SW 136.8 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs./CW 131.56 lbs /PROGRESS -5.2 lbs
    Tracy ( frogy_98) ................... SW 217.4 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 217.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -.4
    Beky (bekylouisex3)...............SW 138.5 lbs/ GW 133.0 lbs/ CW 135.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.0 lbs
    Clare (Finnhead)....................SW 165.4 lbs / GW 159.0lbs / CW 160.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5 lbs
    Tiff (gonabfit)...........................SW 166.2 lbs/ GW 155.0 lbs/ CW 165.6 lbs/PROGRESS -0.6 lbs
    Kel(redneckwoman).............. SW 150.0 lbs / GW 145.0 lbs / CW 152.0 lbs / PROGRESS +2.0 lbs
    Amy (amypyr)..........................SW 158.7 lbs/ GW 153.0 lbs/ CW 158.2 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.5 lbs
    Julia (jmiller0906)..................SW 127.0 lbs/ GW 115.0 lbs/ CW 124.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 2.6 lbs
    Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 163.4 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ CW 158.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.6 lbs
    Jessyca(jaydensmamas)....SW 211.0 lbs/ GW 200.0 lbs/ CW 211.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Kristy (Kristy1214)..................SW146.8 lbs / GW 140.0 lbs/ CW 143.6 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.2lbs
    Kiesha(kiesha82)..................SW 157.0 lbs/ GW 145.0lbs/ CW 157.0 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0lbs
    Madeline (soymuneca)..........SW 163.6 lbs/ GW 145.0 lbs/ CW 163.6 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0LBS
    Jackie(fitnewlife).....................SW 172.0 lbs/ GW 127.0 lbs/ CW 140.0 lbs/ new
    Lindsey (LHuffman24)..........SW 146.4 lbs/ GW 140.2 lbs/ CW 146.4 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Cathy(chipper)........................SW 239.0 lbs/ GW 233.0 lbs/ CW 239 lbs/ PROGRESS -0 lbs
    Shanell (Nellienell12)............SW 206.0 lbs/ GW 199.5 lbs/ CW 204.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.5 lbs
    Lo (sexylonglegs)..................SW 217.2 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 213.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.2 lbs
    KIZZY (kizzy_muss)...............SW 183.2 lbs/ GW 179.0 lbs/ CW 179.4 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.8 ibs
    Sandy (salvirez)......................SW 133.0 lbs/ GW 129.0 lbs/ CW 132.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.0 lbs
    MONTAGNA (alias Valeria)..SW 177.3 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 177.3 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
  • Suedre
    Suedre Posts: 435 Member
    uh oh...

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/142532-sexy-sixers-new-day-challenge-wk-1?hl=sixers#posts-1943520


    :)
  • kistinbee
    kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
    Combining from the other thread...

    Susan (Suedre)......................SW 162.0 lbs/ GW 157.0 lbs/ CW 162.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.0 lbs
    Cathy(chipper)........................SW 248.8 lbs/ GW 245.0 lbs/ CW 248.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -0 lbs
    Kristin (kistinbee)...................SW 169.5 lbs/ GW 162.0 lbs/ CW 169.5 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Sandy (Izzypup).....................SW 187lbs/ GW 184lbs/ CW 187 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs

    B - (its_B) ................................SW 199.6 lbs/ GW 180.0 lbs/ CW 196.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -2.8 lbs
    Jennifer (candycaneps)........SW 184.6 lbs/ GW 178.6 lbs/ CW 178.8 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5.8lbs
    Lorna (lulabellewoowoo) .....SW 130.4 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 128.8 lbs/PROGRESS -1.6 lbs
    AmyS(Amy_36).......................SW 209 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 211.8 lbs/ PROGRESS +2.8 lbs
    Lauren (ren315).....................SW 207.0 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 203.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.0lbs
    Vanessa (vayax)......................SW 136.8 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs./CW 131.56 lbs /PROGRESS -5.2 lbs
    Tracy ( frogy_98) ................... SW 217.4 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 217.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -.4
    Beky (bekylouisex3)...............SW 138.5 lbs/ GW 133.0 lbs/ CW 135.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.0 lbs
    Clare (Finnhead)....................SW 165.4 lbs / GW 159.0lbs / CW 160.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5 lbs
    Tiff (gonabfit)...........................SW 166.2 lbs/ GW 155.0 lbs/ CW 165.6 lbs/PROGRESS -0.6 lbs
    Kel(redneckwoman).............. SW 150.0 lbs / GW 145.0 lbs / CW 152.0 lbs / PROGRESS +2.0 lbs
    Amy (amypyr)..........................SW 158.7 lbs/ GW 153.0 lbs/ CW 158.2 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.5 lbs
    Julia (jmiller0906)..................SW 127.0 lbs/ GW 115.0 lbs/ CW 124.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 2.6 lbs
    Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 163.4 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ CW 158.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.6 lbs
    Jessyca(jaydensmamas)....SW 211.0 lbs/ GW 200.0 lbs/ CW 211.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Kristy (Kristy1214)..................SW146.8 lbs / GW 140.0 lbs/ CW 143.6 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.2lbs
    Kiesha(kiesha82)..................SW 157.0 lbs/ GW 145.0lbs/ CW 157.0 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0lbs
    Madeline (soymuneca)..........SW 163.6 lbs/ GW 145.0 lbs/ CW 163.6 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0LBS
    Jackie(fitnewlife).....................SW 172.0 lbs/ GW 127.0 lbs/ CW 140.0 lbs/ new
    Lindsey (LHuffman24)..........SW 146.4 lbs/ GW 140.2 lbs/ CW 146.4 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Shanell (Nellienell12)............SW 206.0 lbs/ GW 199.5 lbs/ CW 204.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.5 lbs
    Lo (sexylonglegs)..................SW 217.2 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 213.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.2 lbs
    KIZZY (kizzy_muss)...............SW 183.2 lbs/ GW 179.0 lbs/ CW 179.4 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.8 ibs
    Sandy (salvirez)......................SW 133.0 lbs/ GW 129.0 lbs/ CW 132.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.0 lbs
    MONTAGNA (alias Valeria)..SW 177.3 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 177.3 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
  • its_B
    its_B Posts: 491
    Bumpp! Forgot to weigh in this morning. Will update 2morrow! :)
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Susan (Suedre)......................SW 162.0 lbs/ GW 157.0 lbs/ CW 162.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.0 lbs
    Cathy(chipper)........................SW 248.8 lbs/ GW 245.0 lbs/ CW 248.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -0 lbs
    Kristin (kistinbee)...................SW 169.5 lbs/ GW 162.0 lbs/ CW 169.5 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Sandy (Izzypup).....................SW 187lbs/ GW 184lbs/ CW 187 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 162.8 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ CW 162.8 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs

    B - (its_B) ................................SW 199.6 lbs/ GW 180.0 lbs/ CW 196.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -2.8 lbs
    Jennifer (candycaneps)........SW 184.6 lbs/ GW 178.6 lbs/ CW 178.8 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5.8lbs
    Lorna (lulabellewoowoo) .....SW 130.4 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 128.8 lbs/PROGRESS -1.6 lbs
    AmyS(Amy_36).......................SW 209 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 211.8 lbs/ PROGRESS +2.8 lbs
    Lauren (ren315).....................SW 207.0 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 203.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.0lbs
    Vanessa (vayax)......................SW 136.8 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs./CW 131.56 lbs /PROGRESS -5.2 lbs
    Tracy ( frogy_98) ................... SW 217.4 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 217.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -.4
    Beky (bekylouisex3)...............SW 138.5 lbs/ GW 133.0 lbs/ CW 135.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.0 lbs
    Clare (Finnhead)....................SW 165.4 lbs / GW 159.0lbs / CW 160.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5 lbs
    Tiff (gonabfit)...........................SW 166.2 lbs/ GW 155.0 lbs/ CW 165.6 lbs/PROGRESS -0.6 lbs
    Kel(redneckwoman).............. SW 150.0 lbs / GW 145.0 lbs / CW 152.0 lbs / PROGRESS +2.0 lbs
    Amy (amypyr)..........................SW 158.7 lbs/ GW 153.0 lbs/ CW 158.2 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.5 lbs
    Julia (jmiller0906)..................SW 127.0 lbs/ GW 115.0 lbs/ CW 124.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 2.6 lbs
    Jessyca(jaydensmamas)....SW 211.0 lbs/ GW 200.0 lbs/ CW 211.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Kristy (Kristy1214)..................SW146.8 lbs / GW 140.0 lbs/ CW 143.6 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.2lbs
    Kiesha(kiesha82)..................SW 157.0 lbs/ GW 145.0lbs/ CW 157.0 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0lbs
    Madeline (soymuneca)..........SW 163.6 lbs/ GW 145.0 lbs/ CW 163.6 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0LBS
    Jackie(fitnewlife).....................SW 172.0 lbs/ GW 127.0 lbs/ CW 140.0 lbs/ new
    Lindsey (LHuffman24)..........SW 146.4 lbs/ GW 140.2 lbs/ CW 146.4 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Shanell (Nellienell12)............SW 206.0 lbs/ GW 199.5 lbs/ CW 204.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.5 lbs
    Lo (sexylonglegs)..................SW 217.2 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 213.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.2 lbs
    KIZZY (kizzy_muss)...............SW 183.2 lbs/ GW 179.0 lbs/ CW 179.4 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.8 ibs
    Sandy (salvirez)......................SW 133.0 lbs/ GW 129.0 lbs/ CW 132.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.0 lbs
    MONTAGNA (alias Valeria)..SW 177.3 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 177.3 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 163.4 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ EW 162.8 lbs/ PROGRESS

    Lost 0.6 lbs in the end.
    *deep sigh*
    I let myself go.
    I start off so strong but then fall back into bad habits by the last 3 weeks of the challenges.

    I've got to figure out how to make this a priority.

    I've got to get my commitment back.

    Today, I'm going to the gym.
    If I wuss out, I have to slap myself HARD tonight.
    That is my personal deal.
    I think that might motivate me a bit.
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Which do you guys find more motivating?? A weight loss ticker that shows weight lost or weight left to go? I keep changing between the two.
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Also, my scar tissue from my c-section is throbbing in pain today. It's in my lower right abdomen. That doesn't make the prospect of working out any fun but I am GOING to do this. I don't wanna slap myself tonight! :laugh:
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Yes, I'm all over this thread this morning. GOTTA KEEP FOCUSED!!!!

    Is anyone else already thinking of bathing suit season next summer? It seems so far away but that is really what I'm focused on right now. My size is *snarl* "okay"... ish. But I need to get rid of the flabby parts!! I want no jiggle when I wiggle. And if I get the tone, the weight will come off a bit as well.
  • kistinbee
    kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
    Ah Lauryn...you make me smile... :smile:

    I don't know about the ticker either...I've always had it showing weight lost...enjoy your successes!! I have been thinking about bathing suit season as well...but mine will be soon because we will be going to Texas this spring...AH! And I have plenty of jiggle to get rid of! It just seems so hard and I also lack the motivation these days! But I just want to get through Christmas and New Years without gaining...then I will focus on losing!
  • chipper15173
    chipper15173 Posts: 3,981 Member
    just got back from doctor and she wasn't a happy camper. i gained 15#s in 3 months. so now i have 3 months to lose it. she is changing my meds to a more weight loss friendly one and maybe adding one for weight loss. topamax she said is for migraines, but works great for weight loss. also she wants me back to carb counting. so need to change this all up.

    better get to googling the meds. i don't take anything unless i dig hard into it.

    later
  • ren315
    ren315 Posts: 138 Member
    Susan (Suedre)......................SW 162.0 lbs/ GW 157.0 lbs/ CW 162.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.0 lbs
    Cathy(chipper)........................SW 248.8 lbs/ GW 245.0 lbs/ CW 248.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -0 lbs
    Kristin (kistinbee)...................SW 169.5 lbs/ GW 162.0 lbs/ CW 169.5 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Sandy (Izzypup).....................SW 187lbs/ GW 184lbs/ CW 187 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 162.8 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ CW 162.8 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Lauren (ren315).....................SW 203.0 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 203.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0lbs

    B - (its_B) ................................SW 199.6 lbs/ GW 180.0 lbs/ CW 196.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -2.8 lbs
    Jennifer (candycaneps)........SW 184.6 lbs/ GW 178.6 lbs/ CW 178.8 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5.8lbs
    Lorna (lulabellewoowoo) .....SW 130.4 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 128.8 lbs/PROGRESS -1.6 lbs
    AmyS(Amy_36).......................SW 209 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 211.8 lbs/ PROGRESS +2.8 lbs
    Vanessa (vayax)......................SW 136.8 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs./CW 131.56 lbs /PROGRESS -5.2 lbs
    Tracy ( frogy_98) ................... SW 217.4 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 217.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -.4
    Beky (bekylouisex3)...............SW 138.5 lbs/ GW 133.0 lbs/ CW 135.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.0 lbs
    Clare (Finnhead)....................SW 165.4 lbs / GW 159.0lbs / CW 160.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5 lbs
    Tiff (gonabfit)...........................SW 166.2 lbs/ GW 155.0 lbs/ CW 165.6 lbs/PROGRESS -0.6 lbs
    Kel(redneckwoman).............. SW 150.0 lbs / GW 145.0 lbs / CW 152.0 lbs / PROGRESS +2.0 lbs
    Amy (amypyr)..........................SW 158.7 lbs/ GW 153.0 lbs/ CW 158.2 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.5 lbs
    Julia (jmiller0906)..................SW 127.0 lbs/ GW 115.0 lbs/ CW 124.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 2.6 lbs
    Jessyca(jaydensmamas)....SW 211.0 lbs/ GW 200.0 lbs/ CW 211.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Kristy (Kristy1214)..................SW146.8 lbs / GW 140.0 lbs/ CW 143.6 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.2lbs
    Kiesha(kiesha82)..................SW 157.0 lbs/ GW 145.0lbs/ CW 157.0 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0lbs
    Madeline (soymuneca)..........SW 163.6 lbs/ GW 145.0 lbs/ CW 163.6 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0LBS
    Jackie(fitnewlife).....................SW 172.0 lbs/ GW 127.0 lbs/ CW 140.0 lbs/ new
    Lindsey (LHuffman24)..........SW 146.4 lbs/ GW 140.2 lbs/ CW 146.4 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Shanell (Nellienell12)............SW 206.0 lbs/ GW 199.5 lbs/ CW 204.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.5 lbs
    Lo (sexylonglegs)..................SW 217.2 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 213.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -4.2 lbs
    KIZZY (kizzy_muss)...............SW 183.2 lbs/ GW 179.0 lbs/ CW 179.4 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.8 ibs
    Sandy (salvirez)......................SW 133.0 lbs/ GW 129.0 lbs/ CW 132.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -1.0 lbs
    MONTAGNA (alias Valeria)..SW 177.3 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 177.3 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
  • ren315
    ren315 Posts: 138 Member
    Aww....a new challenge! All the crap that filled my last one, I am so ready for this one. I hurt my shoulder, then sprained my ankle. I am so ready to be able to work out again. I have stayed at 203 for the past 3 weigh-ins, which is sucks that I haven't lost but in turn it is wonderful. My father-in-law past away 2 wks ago from a 4yr battle of cancer. So my past 2 wks I have not been on the same schedule, and then this past Saturday we had an Irish wake for him. Lots of food included! So needless to say staying the same weight has been great AND I am ready for this new challenge to step it up a notch.

    Not knowing exactly how everyone is, but I can take a wild guess and say that majority of us are not drinking enough water. How much water is a healthy amount, can someone please let me know? I read somewhere that you should drink in ounces half of your weight amount. So for me I weigh 203, so I would drink (203/2= 101.5 oz) What is your take on it? I think that to encourage each other we should attempt to post every day with the amount of water you drink that day or the previous day and say something motivating. Would that be too much to ask? I just know if I were to come on here everyday to do that, then maybe I would as well fill out my food log. I have gotten in a really bad habit of not doing it.

    I wish everyone the best of luck this challenge and I hope that all expectations are met! Happy New Challenge!!

    Lauren
  • kistinbee
    kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
    Good idea Lauren. And I'm sorry to hear about your FIL. I'm trying to start posting all my meal plans on here as well...keeps me accountable. I feel like I have to tell you gals. But yes...let's figure out the water thing. I'll do some internet searching...
  • kistinbee
    kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
    Water: How much should you drink every day?
    By Mayo Clinic staff
    Original Article:http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/water/NU00283

    Water: How much should you drink every day?

    Get Started Water: How much should you drink every day?
    Water is essential to good health, yet needs vary by individual. These guidelines can help ensure you drink enough fluids.
    By Mayo Clinic staff

    How much water should you drink each day? It's a simple question with no easy answers. Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years, but in truth, your water needs depend on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live.

    Although no single formula fits everyone, knowing more about your body's need for fluids will help you estimate how much water to drink each day.

    Health benefits of water:

    Functions of water in the body
    Water is your body's principal chemical component and makes up about 60 percent of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water. For example, water flushes toxins out of vital organs, carries nutrients to your cells and provides a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues.

    Lack of water can lead to dehydration, a condition that occurs when you don't have enough water in your body to carry out normal functions. Even mild dehydration can drain your energy and make you tired.

    How much water do you need?
    Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you must replenish its water supply by consuming beverages and foods that contain water.

    So how much water does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need? In general, doctors recommend 8 or 9 cups. Here are the most common ways of calculating that amount:

    Replacement approach. The average urine output for adults is about 1.5 liters (6.3 cups) a day. You lose close to an additional liter (about 4 cups) of water a day through breathing, sweating and bowel movements. Food usually accounts for 20 percent of your total fluid intake, so if you consume 2 liters of water or other beverages a day (a little more than 8 cups) along with your normal diet, you will typically replace your lost fluids.
    Eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. Another approach to water intake is the "8 x 8 rule" — drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day (about 1.9 liters). The rule could also be stated, "Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of fluid a day," as all fluids count toward the daily total. Although the approach really isn't supported by scientific evidence, many people use this easy-to-remember rule as a guideline for how much water and other fluids to drink.
    Dietary recommendations. The Institute of Medicine advises that men consume roughly 3 liters (about 13 cups) of total beverages a day and women consume 2.2 liters (about 9 cups) of total beverages a day.
    Even apart from the above approaches, if you drink enough fluid so that you rarely feel thirsty and produce 1.5 liters (6.3 cups) or more of colorless or slightly yellow urine a day, your fluid intake is probably adequate. If you're concerned about your fluid intake, check with your doctor or a registered dietitian. He or she can help you determine the amount of water that's best for you.

    Factors that influence water needs
    You may need to modify your total fluid intake depending on how active you are, the climate you live in, your health status, and if you're pregnant or breast-feeding.

    Exercise. If you exercise or engage in any activity that makes you sweat, you need to drink extra water to compensate for the fluid loss. An extra 400 to 600 milliliters (about 1.5 to 2.5 cups) of water should suffice for short bouts of exercise, but intense exercise lasting more than an hour (for example, running a marathon) requires more fluid intake. How much additional fluid you need depends on how much you sweat during exercise, and the duration and type of exercise. During long bouts of intense exercise, it's best to use a sports drink that contains sodium, as this will help replace sodium lost in sweat and reduce the chances of developing hyponatremia, which can be life-threatening. Also, continue to replace fluids after you're finished exercising.

    Environment. Hot or humid weather can make you sweat and requires additional intake of fluid. Heated indoor air also can cause your skin to lose moisture during wintertime. Further, altitudes greater than 8,200 feet (2,500 meters) may trigger increased urination and more rapid breathing, which use up more of your fluid reserves.
    Illnesses or health conditions. When you have fever, vomiting or diarrhea, your body loses additional fluids. In these cases, you should drink more water. In some cases, your doctor may recommend oral rehydration solutions, such as Gatorade, Powerade or CeraLyte. Also, you may need increased fluid intake if you develop certain conditions, including bladder infections or urinary tract stones. On the other hand, some conditions such as heart failure and some types of kidney, liver and adrenal diseases may impair excretion of water and even require that you limit your fluid intake.

    Pregnancy or breast-feeding. Women who are expecting or breast-feeding need additional fluids to stay hydrated. Large amounts of fluid are used especially when nursing. The Institute of Medicine recommends that pregnant women drink 2.3 liters (about 10 cups) of fluids daily and women who breast-feed consume 3.1 liters (about 13 cups) of fluids a day.

    Beyond the tap: Other sources of water
    Although it's a great idea to keep water within reach at all times, you don't need to rely only on what you drink to meet your fluid needs. What you eat also provides a significant portion of your fluid needs. On average, food provides about 20 percent of total water intake. For example, many fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon and tomatoes, are 90 percent or more water by weight.

    In addition, beverages such as milk and juice are composed mostly of water. Even beer, wine and caffeinated beverages — such as coffee, tea or soda — can contribute, but these should not be a major portion of your daily total fluid intake. Water is still your best bet because it's calorie-free, inexpensive and readily available.

    Staying safely hydrated
    It's generally not a good idea to use thirst alone as a guide for when to drink. By the time you become thirsty, you may already be slightly dehydrated. Further, as you get older your body is less able to sense dehydration and send your brain signals of thirst. On the other hand, excessive thirst and increased urination can be signs of a more serious medical condition. Talk to your doctor if you experience either.

    To ward off dehydration and make sure your body has the fluids it needs, make water your beverage of choice. Most healthy adults can follow these tips:

    Drink a glass of water with each meal and between each meal.
    Hydrate before, during and after exercise.
    Substitute sparkling water for alcoholic drinks at social gatherings.
    Although uncommon, it is possible to drink too much water. When your kidneys are unable to excrete the excess water, the electrolyte (mineral) content of the blood is diluted, resulting in low sodium levels in the blood, a condition called hyponatremia. Endurance athletes, such as marathon runners, who drink large amounts of water, are at higher risk of hyponatremia. In general, though, drinking too much water is rare in healthy adults who eat an average American diet.

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    Rose BD, et al. Maintenance and replacement fluid therapy in adults. http://www.uptodate.com/home/index.html. Accessed March 2, 2010.

    Dietary reference intakes for water, potassium, sodium, chloride and sulfate. Institute of Medicine. http://www.nal.usda.gov/fnic/DRI//DRI_Water/73-185.pdf. Accessed March 2, 2010.

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  • izzypup
    izzypup Posts: 341 Member
    Along with that Kristen I read that if you are thirsty then you are already starting to get dehydrated. I also read 1/2 your weight in ounces.... Maybe that is why i feel thirsty all the time... Hummmmm
    Sandy
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    just got back from doctor and she wasn't a happy camper. i gained 15#s in 3 months. so now i have 3 months to lose it. she is changing my meds to a more weight loss friendly one and maybe adding one for weight loss. topamax she said is for migraines, but works great for weight loss. also she wants me back to carb counting. so need to change this all up.

    better get to googling the meds. i don't take anything unless i dig hard into it.

    later

    I took topomax. I didn't like the side effects but I am SUPER sensitive to medication. It's GREAT for weight loss and getting rid of migraines or seizures :) You can do this woman!!!
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Aww....a new challenge! All the crap that filled my last one, I am so ready for this one. I hurt my shoulder, then sprained my ankle. I am so ready to be able to work out again. I have stayed at 203 for the past 3 weigh-ins, which is sucks that I haven't lost but in turn it is wonderful. My father-in-law past away 2 wks ago from a 4yr battle of cancer. So my past 2 wks I have not been on the same schedule, and then this past Saturday we had an Irish wake for him. Lots of food included! So needless to say staying the same weight has been great AND I am ready for this new challenge to step it up a notch.

    Not knowing exactly how everyone is, but I can take a wild guess and say that majority of us are not drinking enough water. How much water is a healthy amount, can someone please let me know? I read somewhere that you should drink in ounces half of your weight amount. So for me I weigh 203, so I would drink (203/2= 101.5 oz) What is your take on it? I think that to encourage each other we should attempt to post every day with the amount of water you drink that day or the previous day and say something motivating. Would that be too much to ask? I just know if I were to come on here everyday to do that, then maybe I would as well fill out my food log. I have gotten in a really bad habit of not doing it.

    I wish everyone the best of luck this challenge and I hope that all expectations are met! Happy New Challenge!!

    Lauren

    Great idea Lauren!
    Yesterday I drank no water. The day before that, no water. The day before that.... yeah.

    Today, I've had about 3 glasses. Just finished the 3rd actually. Going to refill now and grab a yogurt. I worked out and earned it!!! WOOHOO!!
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    Along with that Kristen I read that if you are thirsty then you are already starting to get dehydrated. I also read 1/2 your weight in ounces.... Maybe that is why i feel thirsty all the time... Hummmmm
    Sandy

    Yup, and the typical American's thirst reflex is so weak it is often mistaken as hungry... which could often explain that random eating we tend to do.
  • kistinbee
    kistinbee Posts: 3,688 Member
    Well...I am on my 3rd 24 oz. bottle of water for today! YAY! And I always drink plenty at home also! I'm usually pretty good about drinking water, and my body definitely tells me if I haven't!
  • Phoenix_Rising
    Phoenix_Rising Posts: 11,417 Member
    I drink a lot of Kool Aid at home with Kiddo, so I think I get in decent amounts but I'm trying my best to drink it straight today.
  • lulabellewoowoo
    lulabellewoowoo Posts: 3,125 Member
    Bumping for tomorrow. Although I have/had reached my goal, now I'm having a hard time staying in it. And of course, those last 5 vanity pounds are still there, but I'm content with them either way. So onto the scale tomorrow morning, rain, shine, or cupcake. (Oh yeah, I made 70 mini peanut butter with bacon cupcakes for my BF who wondered what they tasted like together - TOO GOOD!!!)
  • gonabfit
    gonabfit Posts: 711 Member
    Ok. Ladies I am back!!! Fresh starts. I've maintained my weight for the most part but I feel SOOOO ready to get out of the 160's and into the 150's again. Then 140's, 130's, 120's lol you get the point!


    I'm off to workout! I've been working out burning 1000 calories on several days and eating better so I think the pounds will start to move soon!
  • izzypup
    izzypup Posts: 341 Member
    Welcome back Tiff.... Awesome workouts
    Lorna- good for you!!! You gotta give the recipe.... I am intrigued!

    I'm not as good as many of you about drinking water.... but I have had 3 glasses today!

    Sandy
  • amy_36
    amy_36 Posts: 421 Member
    Hello ladies. I am not going to make excuses for myself or the terrible year I had with my weightloss. I gained overall for the year. It really sucks. But on the horizon is a new year with new goals.

    I like the water tracking. It would be a good starting point. I used to drink TONS of water. In fact I would drink way too much water, and yes that is possible. After returning to the working world last february I have done horrible. I work in a medical facility where you are encouraged not to have food or drink at your desk. I try to wolf down water on break but I am horrible at it. So, this new year I am just going to bring a bottle of water and put it in a drawer. When I dont have patients, I will pull it out and drink. I know I would feel so much better if I did.

    Goal for this week: 105 ounces of water per day!
  • amy_36
    amy_36 Posts: 421 Member
    Susan (Suedre)......................SW 162.0 lbs/ GW 157.0 lbs/ CW 162.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.0 lbs
    Cathy(chipper)........................SW 248.8 lbs/ GW 245.0 lbs/ CW 248.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -0 lbs
    Kristin (kistinbee)...................SW 169.5 lbs/ GW 162.0 lbs/ CW 169.5 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Sandy (Izzypup).....................SW 187lbs/ GW 184lbs/ CW 187 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Lauryn (Phoenix_Rising)......SW 162.8 lbs/ GW 159.0 lbs/ CW 162.8 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Lauren (ren315).....................SW 203.0 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 203.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0lbs
    AmyS(Amy_36).......................SW 209 lbs/ GW 199.0 lbs/ CW 211 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs

    B - (its_B) ................................SW 199.6 lbs/ GW 180.0 lbs/ CW 196.8 lbs/ PROGRESS -2.8 lbs
    Jennifer (candycaneps)........SW 184.6 lbs/ GW 178.6 lbs/ CW 178.8 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5.8lbs
    Lorna (lulabellewoowoo) .....SW 130.4 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs/ CW 128.8 lbs/PROGRESS -1.6 lbs
    Vanessa (vayax)......................SW 136.8 lbs/ GW 130.0 lbs./CW 131.56 lbs /PROGRESS -5.2 lbs
    Tracy ( frogy_98) ................... SW 217.4 lbs/ GW 210.0 lbs/ CW 217.0 lbs/ PROGRESS -.4
    Beky (bekylouisex3)...............SW 138.5 lbs/ GW 133.0 lbs/ CW 135.5 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.0 lbs
    Clare (Finnhead)....................SW 165.4 lbs / GW 159.0lbs / CW 160.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 5 lbs
    Tiff (gonabfit)...........................SW 166.2 lbs/ GW 155.0 lbs/ CW 165.6 lbs/PROGRESS -0.6 lbs
    Kel(redneckwoman).............. SW 150.0 lbs / GW 145.0 lbs / CW 152.0 lbs / PROGRESS +2.0 lbs
    Amy (amypyr)..........................SW 158.7 lbs/ GW 153.0 lbs/ CW 158.2 lbs/ PROGRESS -0.5 lbs
    Julia (jmiller0906)..................SW 127.0 lbs/ GW 115.0 lbs/ CW 124.4 lbs/ PROGRESS - 2.6 lbs
    Jessyca(jaydensmamas)....SW 211.0 lbs/ GW 200.0 lbs/ CW 211.0 lbs/ PROGRESS 0.0 lbs
    Kristy (Kristy1214)..................SW146.8 lbs / GW 140.0 lbs/ CW 143.6 lbs/ PROGRESS -3.2lbs
    Kiesha(kiesha82)..................SW 157.0 lbs/ GW 145.0lbs/ CW 157.0 lbs/PROGRESS 0.0lbs
  • lulabellewoowoo
    lulabellewoowoo Posts: 3,125 Member
    So in need of this challenge and definitely your support. I'm feeling like maintaining is harder to stick to than not. Like now I give myself too many excuses for overeating. I have been exercising like crazy too. I can't tell if I'm exercising so much because I'm overeating. Or am I overeating because I'm exercising more.

    Love the idea of the water. I have been terrible with it, and lack of it shows up on my skin and my bowels. Especially my skin this time of year.

    You guys are awesome. I love your support, your encouragement, your confessions of each other and me. Even though I don't always have time to respond as often as I would like and comment, I am always thinking of you guys and constantly at least peeking in to see how everyone is doing.

    Let's make this new year the one that shows the big differences inside and out!!!
  • chipper15173
    chipper15173 Posts: 3,981 Member
    good morning.

    as soon as the sun comes up a little more off to walk outside. it's in the mid 50s this morning.
    water goal for today is 3 16oz glasses.
    steps for this week is 5000 a day, at least 30 mins of exercise a day.

    i am going to find a book my doctor wants me to get. looking for something else for hubby. he had wanted a very expensive book for Christmas, all about different bugs. so i got him that. i just don't want it to be the only thing.

    off to dress and head out.

    later
  • its_B
    its_B Posts: 491
    I hate winter, I hate unnatural levels of stress, and I hate late night snacking. I am refusing to weigh in today.. I will wait for the number to go down tomorrow.
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