"H20" Seventy Days of Shredding those EGGGstra Pounds Week 4

pink_and_shiny

*yawn*

It is 3:30A here and I should be sleeping, but probably won't tonight. All kinds of jittery over the devastating Japan event. I'm in Los Angeles and we're waiting for a .5 meter tsunami to hit in about four hours, and I'm not worried about that, just more nervous about the reminder of the rocking and rolling that comes with where I live. Time to stop talking about it and actually get our shiit-hits-fan kits put together.

lovetowrite73

I finally got to weigh myself today. Down 17.2 lbs in 3 weeks. I am stoked. lol. And working for a better me even harder now. Heres to the next 17 melting off just as easily!

Sorry I have been sparse on here. Ill read through and comment everyone tomorrow.

That is awesome! Congrats and keep up the great work!!

lovetowrite73

*yawn*

It is 3:30A here and I should be sleeping, but probably won't tonight. All kinds of jittery over the devastating Japan event. I'm in Los Angeles and we're waiting for a .5 meter tsunami to hit in about four hours, and I'm not worried about that, just more nervous about the reminder of the rocking and rolling that comes with where I live. Time to stop talking about it and actually get our shiit-hits-fan kits put together.

Pinky, you & everyone being affected are in my prayers. How far away from the coast are you? Looking at those waves just totally demolish everything in its path in Japan is frightening.

pink_and_shiny

I'm 20 miles in, so I'm not worried about the wave since I'm not in a beach community. It's the whole waking up of a sleeping giant thing. There's been A LOT of seismic activity around the globe and it just gets me all worked up. You'd think growing up here I'd be used to it! :laugh:

How's your Friday so far?

CrystalS

I'm not going to try to comment on everyone, because I'm afraid I'll leave someone out and I sure don't want to do that.

Keep up the good work, Ladies!!!!! :bigsmile:

I've had a good week. I have been SO sore though with this P90X and I don't even do as many reps as they do. :laugh: I'm anxious to measure on Sunday and see how many inches I'm down - I BETTER be down. :grumble: :laugh: I'm not sure about pounds. I'm not feeling all the skinny right at the moment.

But a nice thing happened yesterday. I was kind of feeling like maybe I wasn't doing good...(I was really trying to convince myself that I needed some chocolate, or something. :laugh: ) and I came in my room and tried on a skirt that I had tried on right after our baby was born and it barely got up past my knees. :blushing: But yesterday, I got it ON AND ZIPPED - although still too tight to wear in public. :laugh: Yipeeeeee!!!! I was so excited! :bigsmile:

Hope everyone has a safe and slimming weekend!!!!! :drinker: :drinker:

lovetowrite73

My Friday has started off swimmingly (add sarcasm). The drive in was less than ideal. I got here 45 minutes late and I usually get in about 25 before 9. So, that's an hour and 10 minutes delay. Ay yay yay.

I don't see how you do it living in earthquake land! I've experienced one while awake, the other happened while I was asleep and wasn't strong enough to wake me. The one was enough for me! Though we have to deal with blizzards and hurricanes and the like. Mother Nature sure is something else!!

Congrats on the NSV, Crystal!

pink_and_shiny

Aw, what a craptastic commute morning! I hope the rest of your day goes well. And yeah, I'm not sure how I do it either. The ground is solid...you build things on it...it isn't supposed to move! I remember a 5.5 struck when I was in my office building (4th floor) and it was a very wavy one, everyone felt a little sea sick from the motion, but I was TOTALLY freaked out and wouldn't go back in the bldg. for like, an hour. In the meantime, my New Yorker boss was like *shrug* and just went right on back in. I wasn't about to get into the elevator! No sir!!

Crystal, that's a really great NSV! Hope you did a little bootie wiggle when you got it all zipped!

fitterpam

Having a bad week emotionally and it's gonna reflect on the scale - just letting you all know. LOL We are facing a large decision with regards to starting our family - have a counselling session with the fertility clinic next week to discuss, but I'm finding it difficult to stay out of the junk until then.

As for the earthquake, apparently Japan just had another earthquake...not an aftershock - looks 6.6 this time. The one that hit here in Toronto last year was 5.0 and everyone was freaking out.....You can't even really tsunami-proof yourself....such a sad circumstance

Nikstergirl

Feeling utterly craptastic myself this Friday (sorry, had to steal that word, it's my fav). Came home after being at work for two hours because I have completely lost my voice and I was coughing all over the place and I don't want to get the extremely pregnant girl sick just days before her big day! So I took a nice long nap and now I'm awake, have no energy and no voice. The kids are fine with it (love teenagers!) but when they realize they're on their own for supper, I'm sure I'll get some groans. Just have no energy or interest in food right now. Made myself a bowl of instant oatmeal because I hadn't eaten since 7am, and it was 5pm!

So I'm staying in bed tonight, and we'll see how I feel tomorrow. I am supposed to run 6 miles this weekend for my 10k training, so we'll see if I'm up for that or not. I hope so, I really don't want to get off track!

I'll check in again tomorrow... hope you all have a good and safe weekend!

casey_when_u_go

Thought I'd better show my face this week :laugh:
I've had the most silly week ever, some emotional stuff early on, totally redecorated my daughters bedroom in 2 days (never again!), and baked a policeman birthday cake for my son today.
I've managed to be reasonably sensible with my calories, have run 2 x 4.5 miles, and worked out with my personal trainer.
I'm not weighing in tomorrow because it's TOM and I know I have water weight.
I haven't really done any of the challenges as I haven't been on this bit of the site - I've just had a quick look through this thread, and I just have to say - Way To Go Tannie
I'm hoping for an easier week next week and to post a little more.
Hope you all have a great weekend

cazzincali

So today is my little one's birthday. He's 11 today. So my oldest and I plan to take him to dinner. SO I ask him this morning where he wants to go. (Kind of tradition, your birthday - you pick your fav restaurant) So my oldest is thinking FOR SURE he will pick Del Taco (!!) Nope, Hometown Buffet! LMAO! Well, at least it isn't expensive! But here I was looking forward to some GOOD seafood or something... but NOOOOO!

Was torture baking the 4 dozen cupcakes for him to take to school. I only ate 2! LOL No guilt, just extra time on the elliptical! ugh! :ohwell:

tanniew78

Got my scale back from the ex finally. Now to get a battery and I can have weekly weigh ins...

aprildauer

Son is feeling better for the most part. Didnt get in a workout other then the little bit of stationary bike. My stomach now is turning circles. Gonna have to take a break from working out tell this stuff passes. I did get some walking around walmart today waiting on a prescription for my son. So that was better then nothing.

AprilVal

Had a very busy, hectic day. but it was fun..

Went to get parts for husbands work. Went on a ride to bryan, ohio to a park that Ive been wanting to visit.. to take pictures of this..



I saw soo many pictures of that bridge that I just had to see it myself. Its soo beautiful over that way.. I loved it.. We ended up having to turn around in a cemetery to get back on the main road. And we came across a unique tree.. And I took a picture with my best friend kristen inside of it.. yes inside of it.. Ill post it below.. Its funny..



Sorry ive been a little bit absent this week. I have successfully made a photography page on facebook.. Check me out if you want.. Search for April Merrick Photography.. And i have successfully made a website. go to http://www.amerrickphotography.webs.com/ to check it out if you would like. Along with that I have been editing pictures most the week. and working super crazy hours.

Yesterday, on my way to work I came up with a super cool idea.. our animal shelter is always struggling with funds, and they are always asking for volunteers.. Soo I came up with an idea.. I thought about how about hosting a 5k, having a small entry fee and and all proceeds going to the humane shelter.. So i wrote about my idea on their facebook page.. I got a comment back today, telling me that's a great idea and they would suggest it to the board meeting.. Im hoping that it happens.. lots of people seem interested in it.. I love love love it.. Soo happy i came up with the idea.. I need to go meet with the person who runs the shelter, and talk to them about it. Looking forward to that.. Ill keep you posted on that..

Today, i didnt start my new workout plan.. i was crazy busy.. walked bout a mile while I looked at the bridge.. I have more pictures from that trip on my facebook page..

I need some more ideas for week 5.. Going to tie some st pattys day challenges in there..

Have a beautiful weekend everyone!

RushinBruisette

April, I love your 5k idea!! I've been thinking about similar for my town, but I'm not sure where or who for yet.

I'm doing my 2nd 5k of the year tomorrow via http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=192771120763453 which is a 'virtual' 5k which means it's FREE and you do it on your own tuff and your own time (hint hint, you all are more than welcome to join!). My 3rd 5k is a 'real life' one at a local college called the Ramble into Spring..hoping I have a few supporters to cheer me on there and to get a few pic's of me.

Hope you all have a great weekend!! Make great choices and stay healthy!

JeninBelgium

Hi everyone! - I am just now back from a week away - I realise that this week's challenges are almost over but I will try to add some pilates in- I have a Weight Watcher's video with some Pilates/ yoga and I will try to youtube some as well

had a great week walking- slow slow slow but I walked walked walked

how is everyone else??

April - love the bridge photo!!
and the tree is almost fairy tale like

linemansgirl

I thought that I had better show my face this week. I have been doing well diet and exercise wise this week. Well, I have stayed within my calories, but my food choices haven't been as great as usual. :blushing: I started P90x lean this week and I am really enjoying that a lot. I got home from my brother's wedding on Monday. Right now we are remodeling and a contractor and his son (at least they are personal family friends) are at our house all day, every day of the week. I have five kids and homeschool the three oldest, so life is interesting right now to say the least. The main level of our house is chaos, but at least we have a basement to fall back on. I have been dealing with some very heavy emotional situations both in my own life and counseling two friends, so I am kind of struggling emotionally right now. That is why I'm not posting much, I just don't have the mental energy.

I am still here reading and rooting every one on!!!!!!!!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

My brain capacity won't allow me to remember to comment to everyone. Those of you who do are A-MAZ-ING!!!!!!!! You know who you are!!!!!!!!!! These are a few that stood out to me.

Bru - WAY TO GO on reaching the 50 lb mark!!!!!! :happy:

Tannie - WOW!!!!!!! 17 lb in 3 weeks!!!!!!!!!! You are doing so totally awesome!!! :bigsmile: Keep it up!!!!

Crystal - I am SOOOOOO proud of you!!!! You are doing terrific. I am loving P90x too! :happy:

April - I love the quotes, they are so inspiring!

(((((((((HUGS)))))))) To everyone who is struggling right now. We CAN do this!!!!

Spring is just around the corner! That should help give us some motivation.

AprilVal

I'm sooooooooooooooo excited. I cant wait until tomorrow.. my moms going to go buy a treadmill and an elliptical for us to use in her garage.. that will help me out alot.. i wont have much more of a need for a gym other then strength training. and ill figure something outside of a gym for that.. i cant wait.. i love love love it..

CrystalS

I'm sooooooooooooooo excited. I cant wait until tomorrow.. my moms going to go buy a treadmill and an elliptical for us to use in her garage.. that will help me out alot.. i wont have much more of a need for a gym other then strength training. and ill figure something outside of a gym for that.. i cant wait.. i love love love it..

That's FABULOUS!!! :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

AprilVal

Ill get week 5 open sometime tomorrow.. im getting tired.. good night everyone..

lovetowrite73

Weighing in for the week: 165. Down 2.5. I start Insanity tomorrow. SOOO excited!!!

linemansgirl

I am down to 165.5, 2 pounds this week for a total of eight pounds since the beginning of the challenge!

April - That is AWESOME about the treadmill and elliptical!!!!!! I am thrilled for you!!!!! :bigsmile:

ceelovejay - Great loss! Have fun with Insanity! I was slightly afraid of P90x before I got started this week, but I am LOVING it!!!!!!! :happy:

CrystalS

Ceelovejay and Mandy - GREAT JOB on the weight loss!!!! I'm SO happy for you guys!!!! :bigsmile:

I'm kind of afraid to weigh in the morning. I'm feeling quite "fluffy" this week. I've always kept within my calories and have been under my sodium, so I'm not sure what the deal is. :huh:

I've heard that when you start P90X you can gain a few pounds at the beginning :grumble: and I was hoping to avoid this. BUT that may be the case. Whatever it is, I'm not giving up!!!! :bigsmile:

Looking forward to next weeks challenges!!!!!!

Nikstergirl

Well, I'm not sure how I did it, but I managed my six miles this afternoon! I haven't felt good all weekend, sick in bed most of Friday and Saturday, but feeling much better today so I thought "why not"??? I figured even if I walked some I would still do it just to log the miles but I did it! I ran it all and actually ran a little faster than last time! Who knew??? I do feel really tired though, the last two miles were pretty hard, but whatever, it's done and I can move on now feeling better than ever that I did it even after being sick.

I was also excited about my loss this week. Down to 154.4 which is about 7 pounds from the beginning of this challenge and I'm really happy about that! Can't wait to see what I can manage by Easter. I have a dress in my closet from many years ago that I'm wondering if I can wear again... if it fits I'll let you know!!!

Happy start of a new week everyone! :flowerforyou: :bigsmile:

bjshooter

Well done ladies, some great losses in here

AprilVal

Week 5 is up.

pink_and_shiny

Here's the link to Week 5!

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/192435--h20-seventy-days-of-shredding-those-egggstra-pounds-week-5