Over 200 New Year New me Part 44
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Pos Me lives near Philly and I've never visited, shortish train ride from NYC I'd be up for that but not until it's WARM !!!
NYC is always good......
I vote for LilSpys hubbys fathers beach house !!:laugh: :smokin:
Woot woot! Hilton Head, here we come! (I've been seriously considering asking if we can stay there for like a month while I'm on maternity leave :laugh:).0 -
Checking in for today
calories: over if I don't eat my exercise
water: plenty
exercise: shoveled driveway (seems like the driveway is getting longer and the street narrower)
proud: Ate healthy at a department banquet.
Checked on my sodium and am now going to track to see if I can keep it under 2400mg.
Exhausted - off to early bed.0 -
Today's check-in:
Cals - 380 under (exercise cals)
Sodium - 782 under
Water - 10 cups
Exercise - 1 hour of Zumba (650 cals! holy crap!)
Proud - I got so much better at Zumba this week, especially over last. I'm still rhythmically challenged, but I got way better. :happy:0 -
GOOD MORNING FRIENDS!!!!!
How is everyone doing?! I miss my sister Jess, she comes home today...yay!0 -
Cris: Safe travels to Jess! With the messy weather everywhere, I hope it's not a challenge for her! By the way, you're being a Rockstar again! Unbelievable. I'm so, so glad you have your motivation back, sista!
Meokk: Ooh, I vote for the beach house, too!
Nancy: So glad you're back! I hate when you're frustrated or down about this journey because we need our funny, sarcastic Nancy.
Julie: I enjoyed Hilton Head when I was there. I'm sure we'd all love to meet our cyber-niece!
Seriously, though, a meet-up would be SO awesome. We'd almost have to have the media do a story because we're so awesome.
So, this week has been good in the non-scale victory ways. I'm still going on the 5k high, but the blog I got about it appeared on the right hand side of the main page this morning with 13 votes and the comments people left were so nice. One person even told me I'm a great narrator, which I choose to believe (haha). I've also had verbal confirmation that my bf
s me! Woot, woot! What else could a girl ask for? (Okay, maybe a pair of new running shoes, fitted at a running store...)
Oh, and I was down 2 lbs. on the WW scale last night!!
Checking in for yesterday:
Points: Still need to calculate, will update later.
Water: 66.7 oz.
Exercise: None (planned rest day)
Proud: My blog entry from yesterday. Also, my hard work last week paid off on the scale yesterday.0 -
Hello my dears!
Cris, you are awesome. Yeah you!!
Nancy, AHMAZING work on your race. She's baaaaaack!!!
Heather, one of those votes was mine. :flowerforyou: That was a really well written blog! Also, hooray for your 2 lb loss!
Julie, I think beach house + maternity leave sounds fab, especially since you're due in the summer!
Allison, if you are in NYC March 5, you have got to come up!
SPRING EAST COAST MEET-UP - IT'S HAPPENING!!
Yesterday's check-in"
Cals - 1743, 312 exercise leftover
Water - 120 oz - good grief!
Exercise - 80 min of cardio - treadmill + ellipitical. I was watching Biggest Loser and I wasn't going to leave until the weigh-ins were over! :laugh: So I ended up with an additional 5-7 min of cardio because you know they always make you wait a commerical break for the last one! 855 cals burned (and over half eaten back)!
Proud - Had a great workout at the gym!0 -
Heather I love you! Havent read your blog yet but I am surely going to right now
Beach house meet up sounds woooonderful! I'm sure Julie's hubby wont mind :laugh: :laugh: Can we do a no kids allowed thing casue I need a break! Ok well Julie can bring her kid but thats it! ha
Lauren- wooowza on your 885 burned! wtg!!!
So I took my measurements as promised and apparently the last time I took them was end of May 2010. I gained 1+ inches on every single part of my body since then...it was disgusting to record my new measurements I couldnt believe that I gained THAT much back! OMG It def makes me want to keep going!!
Also, I contacted the GYM about boxing classes, so Im kind of excited to check out the pricing and maybe start it soon! yay! i have always wanted to box...but I am also petrified because I am so weak and not conditioned at all!0 -
Did I miss something? What with the East Coast meeting…I AM UP TO FOR THAT TOO!!! I live just outside of Philly... give me all the details. I’m so excited!!!
Blue, love the new profile picture..simply beautiful
Cris, awesome job on the exercise burn and I would take Meokk’s advice because I did do the low calorie thing (exercising 1 hour and eating 1100 calories) for one week. I did loss a lot of weight, however, that stinking scale would not budge after that (for 2 weeks), and so I upped my calories (back to 1,200). I did see a slight gain, but then my weight started to go down because my body didn’t feel ike it was starving and it started to release the fat. Just my two cents..and I do care about your health.
Meokk, yup, I do live close to Philly about 20 minutes away…small city called Bensalem.
Allison, awesome Zumba burn! I’ve become to love Zumba, but I have the dvd..not the actual gym class. The dvd is so fun to do especially for someone with 2 left feet and no rhythm whatsoever.
Jess, hope you have a safe return…miss you girly!!!
Heather, congrats on the 2bs loss. WTG girl!!!
Julie, how’s the pregnancy going? Btw, I am not sure if I said this before but CONGRATS on the babu being a girl!!! My oldest is a girl…couldn’t have it any other way. She helps me out and we have a special bond..and nothing can break that. I am very close with all my kids but the connection between my daughter and I is a different connection..maybe because we have similar thing in common..lol
Elmox, that’s more than an hour of working out….YOU ROCK!!!
I hope I didn’t forget anyone…not intended. Sorry,0 -
forgot to check in for yesterday
Calories: under exercise calories, but over 1,200
water: 110oz
exercise: Last Chance workout...so much harder than Jillian's Shred..but I liked it so muc hbetter
proud: I did my morning exericse and my 2 mile walk, in the afternoon.
It's disgusting outtside, here in Pa...I want this weather to leave. Schools were on a 2 hour delay. Kids hated that they had school because of fear of Icy roads...0 -
pos me- thanks for caring! Im honestly not starving myself I promise, not gonna lie though at this point in the game Im looking for a quick loss and not too concerned about the healthy part of it...sorry I know thats like so horrible to say here on MFP but its the god hoenst truth. Yes, originally I began this journey looking to get helathier because I was having trouble keeping up with my son and I want to play and run and dance with him but at this immediate point my concern is looking smokin hot in my wedding dress and Ill do jsut about anything to get there. But then I promise I will focus on healthy loss! promise promise!!!
I just went out and bought 2lbs weights for my shred workouts I was doing it without weights and that was hard enough...I am super super weak with upper body strength so Im really scared to add the weights, even if its just 2lbs...wish me luck!0 -
I do not live on the East coast, but depending on when you girls meet, I may be able to drive up! I have spring break from March 19-26.
Another snow day. SO tired of the snow and ice and super cold weather. :grumble:
cris - great job adding the weights! You are doing fantastic!!!
pos - thank you for the compliment! I can really tell that my LEGS are shrinking. You can't really see them in the pic, but they are much smaller than they used to be!
lauren - holy schmolies on that burn! You go, girl!!!
allison - you're becoming a zumba groupie! Yay!
I am going to attempt to go out today! LOL0 -
Heather - YAY for being down 2 pounds, the BF verbally admitting some , AND for your NSV! So glad to see you pumped and high on the 5K. You've inspired me to sign up for an intermediate race between now and my 8 miler in April.
Lauren - I WILL BE IN NYC THAT WEEKEND! That would be epic! Also, your biggest loser workout seems like such a good plane to me.
Cris - sorry your measurements are up from last May. Hopefully that's some good motivation to get you back on track, though back on track the RIGHT WAY. I guess if you're still going to go for it, then that's your business, but I don't want to hear about it. I know that sounds harsh, but I think many of us have worked too long and hard on this journey to have someone talking about how successful she is doing stuff that's really not positive. I hope you understand my perspective and are respectful of that.
POS - embrace the lack of rhythm! We could start a support group or something. :laugh: I hope your weather improves soon...I feel weird knowing that the entire country is in a deep freeze but it's 70 degrees and sunny here today!
blue - I think zumba is addictive. I could see an improvement from one week to the next, the music is fun, and it was an enjoyable experience. It didn't feel like exercise!
I'm heading back out to enjoy the nice weather, then yoga later this afternoon.0 -
Cris - sorry your measurements are up from last May. Hopefully that's some good motivation to get you back on track, though back on track the RIGHT WAY. I guess if you're still going to go for it, then that's your business, but I don't want to hear about it. I know that sounds harsh, but I think many of us have worked too long and hard on this journey to have someone talking about how successful she is doing stuff that's really not positive. I hope you understand my perspective and are respectful of that.
Purple- I have been doing this Jan 2010, doing exactly what you are doing...counting calories, excercising etc. The only thing I am currently doing differently which you and other may not view as "positive" is that I do NOT eat my excercise calories unless I am hungry and I do not eat over 1300 calories...usually stick closer to 1200. Thats what has always worked for me. You are entitled to your opinion and of course I do respect them, to each their own. However, I will continue to post as I have become good friends with the girls on this board and they are my support system. You dont have to read my posts if you dont want to, but they will continue to go up0 -
PS- The only thing I did find insulting about your post was that you feel that you have worked so long and hard on this journey...I work just as hard as you do and I have been on this journey for me entire life...so before you judge please get your facts straight0
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Cris -- You & everyone else all know how I feel about pretty much everything. :laugh: But please never stop posting. We miss you too much when you're away. 0
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Just finished my Shred workout of the day WITH the 2lb weights....uhm ouch! Heather I dont know how you and Jess did that workout with 5lbs!!0
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Just finished my Shred workout of the day WITH the 2lb weights....uhm ouch! Heather I dont know how you and Jess did that workout with 5lbs!!
Seriously, they're monsters! :laugh: I started with 2s & moved up to 3s for some things & 5s for the easy things like chest flies & bicep curls but still.. I wanted to cry with the 3s on some of those arm raise things (yep, that's the technical term -- the ones out in front.). :sad:
posme- thanks for asking. I'm doing really well. I've gained too much weight so far but I feel like I have it under control now. Scale says I've lost about a pound over the last week. I'm not really trying to lose but I'm adding exercise back to my routine this week so that's making the difference for me.
Hehe, I'm drinking a Dr Pepper and baby is GOING CRAZY. First time I've really felt her move this much. 0 -
Just finished my Shred workout of the day WITH the 2lb weights....uhm ouch! Heather I dont know how you and Jess did that workout with 5lbs!!
Seriously, they're monsters! :laugh: I started with 2s & moved up to 3s for some things & 5s for the easy things like chest flies & bicep curls but still.. I wanted to cry with the 3s on some of those arm raise things (yep, that's the technical term -- the ones out in front.). :sad:
Julie and Cris - I totally challenge you to an arm wrestle ( because I think I'd win , he he :bigsmile: ) When I do the shred, which is not often, I use 8 pound weights for everything.....boo yah !!!! :laugh: :laugh:0 -
Julie- MOVE MORE, EAT MORE! HAHAH I know! The stupid arm raise thingy...yea dunno wth they are called either are the ones that killed me...it hurt me even without weights....oh and the raise the weights over your head then drop into a squat thing...OUCH! Im so sore right now doing this everyday for one month better make me stronger cause this is pure torture!
Meook- HOLY CRAP! 8LBS! YOU ARE CRAZY!!!! But my new hero!!!! :drinker: :laugh: 0 -
Just finished my Shred workout of the day WITH the 2lb weights....uhm ouch! Heather I dont know how you and Jess did that workout with 5lbs!!
Seriously, they're monsters! :laugh: I started with 2s & moved up to 3s for some things & 5s for the easy things like chest flies & bicep curls but still.. I wanted to cry with the 3s on some of those arm raise things (yep, that's the technical term -- the ones out in front.). :sad:
Julie and Cris - I totally challenge you to an arm wrestle ( because I think I'd win , he he :bigsmile: ) When I do the shred, which is not often, I use 8 pound weights for everything.....boo yah !!!! :laugh: :laugh:
Yeah, you'd win!! Really, I could probably handle 8s for everything except those damn arms in front things. I used to swear after every one after about 5-6 with just 3# weights. :laugh:0 -
So what do I have to do to join this group? I am def over 200lbs. Is there like an initiation of some sort? lol0
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Welcome, Jamie! No initiation here. Just post when you can! We check in every day with calories, water, exercise totals plus one thing we are proud of for that day. We weigh in on Fridays and post our loss and percentage. You will love it here! Love your pic, btw! So true!
Cris - it does not sound like you are starving to me. I totally get the one month intervention thingie. Keep it balanced, baby sista! I love you!
Julie - LOL on the Dr. Pepper. Maybe Maisie is more of a Coke kinda girl.
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Hi Jamiel84! I'm trying to think of some kind of evil hazing kind of thing for you to do but I'm drawing a blank. Really, we don't expect much. We blatantly state opinions, offer support, and try to keep up with the conversation here (some days we can be pretty chatty). Some of us check in daily with Calories, exercise, water, and something we're proud of for the day. Some of us just pop in now and then to say hi & catch up. Most of us weigh-in on Friday morning & we calculate a "biggest loser" based on percentage lost. The "biggest loser" gives us a challenge for the week. Anything goes, really. Welcome!0
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Just finished my Shred workout of the day WITH the 2lb weights....uhm ouch! Heather I dont know how you and Jess did that workout with 5lbs!!
Seriously, they're monsters! :laugh: I started with 2s & moved up to 3s for some things & 5s for the easy things like chest flies & bicep curls but still.. I wanted to cry with the 3s on some of those arm raise things (yep, that's the technical term -- the ones out in front.). :sad:
Julie and Cris - I totally challenge you to an arm wrestle ( because I think I'd win , he he :bigsmile: ) When I do the shred, which is not often, I use 8 pound weights for everything.....boo yah !!!! :laugh: :laugh:
Yeah, you'd win!! Really, I could probably handle 8s for everything except those damn arms in front things. I used to swear after every one after about 5-6 with just 3# weights. :laugh:
OMG, I hate those too ( the arm raise things)..I use the 3lbs weights and it's torture.
Meokk, bowing to you... I can't handle 3lbs to handel 8. I have no upper body straight, so 3lbs are good enoght for me, that until the workout becomes too easy.
If you girls like Shred, then check out "last chance workout" w/ jillian... I like that you keep moving..some moves are challenging, but it's a good challenge. HOwever, since it's on demand there is no warm-up or cool-down. It's interval training, like Shred, but not as much weight moves (which is good!).
I got really bored from SHred because her voice got to me...but with "LCW" it's the biggest loser contestance (2 seasons back - forgot the names, the season with Tara and seona (sp?))
Julie, don't stress on weight gain, your baby girl needs to eat, it's probably not real weight gain... baby girl is growing, and other things are developing..lol. SO my advice is eat when hungry and walk a lot when you can ( the exercise helps the birthing process - or at least it helped me).
it's still raining here and I had a great day playing, wiht my younger son, wii sports (boxing, baseball, golf (which I suck at), tennis (love), and bowling... played for 2 hours.
Have a great day girls! gonna go back to play0 -
So... here we go. Backward weight-loss progress picture :laugh: :
See how much bigger I got over just a week? And I lost a pound between those 2 pictures, too. Crazy!
Oh, and these are pictures of pregnant me are of me sucking it in. :noway: I'm a freaking house already.
Edit: Also, please disregard the fact that I'm wearing the same pair of pants in the last 2 pictures. :laugh: My wardrobe is very limited right now & apparently these are my Wednesday pants. :laugh:0 -
Yay! Poppin' Mama Julie! :bigsmile:0
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So... here we go. Backward weight-loss progress picture :laugh: :
See how much bigger I got over just a week? And I lost a pound between those 2 pictures, too. Crazy!
Oh, and these are pictures of pregnant me are of me sucking it in. :noway: I'm a freaking house already.
Edit: Also, please disregard the fact that I'm wearing the same pair of pants in the last 2 pictures. :laugh: My wardrobe is very limited right now & apparently these are my Wednesday pants. :laugh:
Awwww I see a baby bump. too cute for words:bigsmile:0 -
Julie: You're one of those cute pregnant girls! Yay! Oh, and I totally want a Dr. Pepper now.
Cris: Great job on working out with weights. I wasn't going to mention I use 8 lbs. for some moves, but the lateral raises you're talking about (the out front arm raise thingys) call for 2-3 lb. weights. I have weak shoulders.
Meokk: You're a rockstar. No question.
Laila: I have LCW, but only did it once. I might have to pull that one out again and give it a try. I love Tara after seeing her pull a freaking car in her season of BL!
Cris and Allison: I see both points of view and I believe everyone knows what works best for them. No further comment. 0 -
Cris - I am sorry if you were insulted, but I was responding to the following comment, which really did upset me.Im honestly not starving myself I promise, not gonna lie though at this point in the game Im looking for a quick loss and not too concerned about the healthy part of it...sorry I know thats like so horrible to say here on MFP but its the god hoenst truth. Yes, originally I began this journey looking to get helathier because I was having trouble keeping up with my son and I want to play and run and dance with him but at this immediate point my concern is looking smokin hot in my wedding dress and Ill do jsut about anything to get there. But then I promise I will focus on healthy loss! promise promise!!!
If I overreacted, thanks for calling me on it. But what I saw in that bothered me and if it's too much for me then I'll either stop reading your posts or find another group to join. I won't deny you your right to post here. I've just personally worked too hard to finally get to a healthy place to have talk of unhealthy things sabotage me. If it does, I'll remove myself from the situation.
I never meant to imply that you, or anyone else on this forum, has not worked long and hard to get to this point. I have too much respect for you all to ever say that.0 -
Cris - I am sorry if you were insulted, but I was responding to the following comment, which really did upset me.Im honestly not starving myself I promise, not gonna lie though at this point in the game Im looking for a quick loss and not too concerned about the healthy part of it...sorry I know thats like so horrible to say here on MFP but its the god hoenst truth. Yes, originally I began this journey looking to get helathier because I was having trouble keeping up with my son and I want to play and run and dance with him but at this immediate point my concern is looking smokin hot in my wedding dress and Ill do jsut about anything to get there. But then I promise I will focus on healthy loss! promise promise!!!
If I overreacted, thanks for calling me on it. But what I saw in that bothered me and if it's too much for me then I'll either stop reading your posts or find another group to join. I won't deny you your right to post here. I've just personally worked to hard to finally get to a healthy place to have talk of unhealthy things sabotage me. If it does, I'll remove myself from the situation.
Allison- This is my last post about this, then Im moving on with my life. I AM looking for a quick weight loss. I am getting married in 8 months and I would prefer not to look like a big ole marshmellow walking down the aisle (lmao Blue!! u crack me up!) To attain so said "quick loss" I am eating at 1200 calories and doing two work outs a day - for the month of February only. In March I will continue to eat at 1200 calories but will find a different challenge...right now it looks like it will be kickboxing. Anyway, the "unhealthy" part of the entire thing is that I am trying to get the weight off FAST. As you know fast weight loss isnt really encouraged because it isnt as healthy and harder to maintain than if you go slow and steady. Besides the fact that I am doing it (or attempting to do it) "fast" there is nothing too unhealthy about what I am doing.
Please keep in mind that we are ALL here on the same journey, but we dont all take the same path. It took me forever to learn portion sizes, it took even longer to commit to excercising more than once a year, and Im sure it will take me equally as long to develop 100% perfect eating habits. Im really confused about what really set you off and why my post was so unhealthy that it would sabotage your progress.
Anyway, that's my 2 cents Im done with this conversation...moving on0
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