"H20" Exploding the Pounds - 10 Week Challenge - Week 3

cazzincali

cazz....you look GREAT!

thanks!

...I'm getting there... slow but sure!

And people are noticing - finally! But I still wear my old scrub tops, and they are huge! (I like them roomy.) So ya can't really see that I am smaller under them. :happy: My face is much thinner now and I think people are noticing that.

nursee67

cazz....you look GREAT!

thanks!

...I'm getting there... slow but sure!

And people are noticing - finally! But I still wear my old scrub tops, and they are huge! (I like them roomy.) So ya can't really see that I am smaller under them. :happy: My face is much thinner now and I think people are noticing that.

Yeah... I like my scrub tops roomy too. But the unfortunate thing is they are too short! They forgot tall women have longer torsos. I don't think my patients want to see my midriff spilling out over my pants....lol!

emilysebastian

I've been super M.I.A. ... I will try to get on-point when week 4 posts! Looks like there's some GREAT progess though!!!

AprilVal--I just love you new hair cut! So cute.

Cazz--you are looking amazing!!! Now go get at least one smaller scrub top and bask in the compliments that are sure to follow :bigsmile:

Let's have a great week y'all

Nikstergirl

Cazz.. looking good, girl!!!! I agree though, show it off! Get the next size down in those highly unflattering scrub tops! I used to have to wear them and it always felt so good to change when I got home so I didn't feel so frumpy!!!!

Sun's out today, but it's cool. Hoping tomorrow is nice and that it warms up for good soon!!!! And if someone doesn't shoot that ice cream truck driver I just might be MIA for a while!!! LOL!

AprilVal

Ladies.. will you guys get mad if i start doing challenges that last for 2 weeks at a time? Things are picking up and its getting harder to think of challenges.. and to set time aside to put them together.. I do it becaues everyone loves them.. but sometimes its hard.

Nikstergirl

Ladies.. will you guys get mad if i start doing challenges that last for 2 weeks at a time? Things are picking up and its getting harder to think of challenges.. and to set time aside to put them together.. I do it becaues everyone loves them.. but sometimes its hard.

Not me! I think that would be fine!!!! I have a hard time keeping up with them too!!!! This should be fun for everyone, not stressful... so whatever you need is good with me!

CrystalS

Ladies.. will you guys get mad if i start doing challenges that last for 2 weeks at a time? Things are picking up and its getting harder to think of challenges.. and to set time aside to put them together.. I do it becaues everyone loves them.. but sometimes its hard.

Not me! I think that would be fine!!!! I have a hard time keeping up with them too!!!! This should be fun for everyone, not stressful... so whatever you need is good with me!

I agree. Two weeks would be fine. :happy:

Cazz - you look FABULOUS!!!!! Keep up the good work! :flowerforyou:

Long day. :yawn: Back tomorrow for my happy's and to catch up with everyone.

cazzincali

Yeah... I like my scrub tops roomy too. But the unfortunate thing is they are too short! They forgot tall women have longer torsos. I don't think my patients want to see my midriff spilling out over my pants....lol!

That visual made me laugh! :laugh: I am REALLY short, so I guess I never really thought what scrubs would be like on a tall person! :happy:

cazzincali

Ladies.. will you guys get mad if i start doing challenges that last for 2 weeks at a time? Things are picking up and its getting harder to think of challenges.. and to set time aside to put them together.. I do it becaues everyone loves them.. but sometimes its hard.

NO PROBLEM, April!!

cazzincali

Cazz--you are looking amazing!!! Now go get at least one smaller scrub top and bask in the compliments that are sure to follow :bigsmile:

Thanks! You ladies are SO awesome with all your words of encouragement! It makes me want to continue... even though it IS hard work!! :happy:

cazzincali

Cazz.. looking good, girl!!!! I agree though, show it off! Get the next size down in those highly unflattering scrub tops! I used to have to wear them and it always felt so good to change when I got home so I didn't feel so frumpy!!!!

Thing is that I MAKE my own scrubs... I am too cheap to buy them! :happy: So I guess I figure I already put the work in, I might as well keep wearing them. :ohwell: But I have just cut out some new ones for summer holidays... in a much smaller size!

Cazz - you look FABULOUS!!!!! Keep up the good work! :flowerforyou:

THANK YOU!!

You guys are stellar!!

elysetoplin

i've lost 5 pounds since i've been doing this challenge - yay!!!

cazzincali

i've lost 5 pounds since i've been doing this challenge - yay!!!

awesome!! well done, you! :happy:

CrystalS

i've lost 5 pounds since i've been doing this challenge - yay!!!

awesome!! well done, you! :happy:

SUPER!!!!!!!

I was going to try to comment on everyone, but I have a giant to-do list for today. In laws are coming today and things are NOT ready for them. :laugh: We are leaving for FL in the morning and do you think I have as much as a suit case out, yet - NOPE. :noway:

So, I will just say, YOU GUYS ARE DOING WONDERFUL!!!!!! Keep up the good work. :flowerforyou:

As a side note, I gained 1.2 lbs this week. <sigh> I can do this! I can do this! I WILL do this!!!! :ohwell:

I hope you have a lovely Tuesday!!!! :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

nursee67

Ladies.. will you guys get mad if i start doing challenges that last for 2 weeks at a time? Things are picking up and its getting harder to think of challenges.. and to set time aside to put them together.. I do it becaues everyone loves them.. but sometimes its hard.

Works for me. I know we all have busy lives and you do so much with those challenges. Thanks for all you do. Also, I did not say earlier...nice hairdo! Looks good on you!

nursee67

Good Tuesday to all! My Monday did not turn out as expected. My wonderful MIL had a mini stroke and was taken to the hospital. So here I sit. She is stable but working through the reality that she has to go to a rehab center for a short while to recover. Lost some word recall abilty and having some ambulation issues. For an almost 89 year old...she rocks. So please keep her in your thoughts. I will try to get a walk in today. It is sunny out and I will need to stretch soon!

Happies....
Family!
Sunshine!
Not eating cafeteria food...packed a lunch and snacks!

Love to all!
Linda

Alegria79

Cazz - you look great! And it's awesome that people are noticing - that finally makes all the sessions with the slave driver worth it :happy:

April - I think 2 week challenges are a great idea. You put so much time and effort into them that we can easily be challenged for two weeks.

elysetoplin - congrats on losing 5 pounds during this challenge! That's so fantastic!

Crystal - good luck with the in-laws and I hope you have a great time in Florida...you can totally get back on track and lose that pesky pound.

Linda - I hope your MIL is doing well and you and your family are in my thoughts. I think it's amazing that you packed a lunch and snacks for your wait in the hospital and YOU are my inspiration today. You rock too!

mollybeslimmer

checking in.been not so good for me
BUT..lol
am back to it again

Nikstergirl

Two more miles tonight!!! Was lucky to get out of work early so I could get it in before my son's band concert! I'm still feeling my workout from Sunday... really hit the weights hard that day! It was awesome, but my arms are still telling me all about it!!!! I think I ought to go back tomorrow and really show them who's in charge!! LOL!

Saw some after pics of a pretty lady tonight... and I WANT HER SHOULDERS!!!! I know she worked hard, and I want that, so I need to work just as hard.... I'm nearly there weight wise, but toned arms and shoulders? Not yet. The work starts NOW!

This mama wants to look HOT on her 40th birthday next spring!!!!!

JustJenn419

Clocked in another 4 miles tonight. It was painful after last night's 4 miles :sad: but hey, I've already done 8 miles this week and it's only Tuesday :bigsmile: YAY!!! I also started the 30 day shred yesterday and bust my rear on it tonight so I imagine that tomorrow will be my rest from running day. Gotta give these knees a break :yawn:

I hope everyone is having a wonderful week. Nursee, your MIL is in my prayers. Hopefully she is in wonderful hands and her recovery will be a quick one.

pink_and_shiny

Hi ladies! I'm going to go catch myself up and everyone's posts. BRB!

pink_and_shiny

JustJenn - Look at you kicking Asthma's *kitten*! Glad you got some great miles in. Hope your knees don't give you too much trouble.

linemansgirl - 20 of straight running!

Alegria - I haven't made up my mind about the haircut. :laugh: I'm 90% sure I'm going with the $60 place, but I'm still tempted to go to the $15 place because I finally got an honest review of the place (and it was favorable). As far as being crafty...I'm a crafty girl, but I'm not a sewing girl. I think I'm going to see if they fit my SIL (she's in the 6th grade and is officially taller than me, and I'm 5'7"). If that doesn't work out...then I'm going to have to think of a plan B.

Nikstergirl - Boo to that wall of cold. I totally know what you mean about that! My college was in a coastal town and the store I worked at there had floor to ceiling windows and sometimes a wall of engulfing fog would just come in and take over everything, out of nowhere. That salad bowl planter sounds really cool! Is there a website for the product? I want to take a look at it. I'm so glad you got yourself the spiffy armband! I hope you love it.

CrystalS - Those flowers are gorgeous! What are those pointy bell-like ones?

JeninBelguim - I think you should totally add your swimming distances to your ticker!

nursee - Very nice job with the bike mileage! I'm glad you got some sun. Good thoughts for your MIL.

cenedria - Amazing job keeping up with your running.

AprilVal - WOW 7 inches! That's a big big change. It looks cute! I'm totally cool with the two week challenges. Are we going to start a new thread for the new week and float the challenges over? Or keep the same thread alive for two weeks?

Cazz - Hey there skinny minnie! Love the picture! I'm so glad you're hearing praise for your hard work. I imagine you're just full of happiness!

emilysebastian - Howdy!

elysetoplin - Congrats! That's awesome.

mollybeslimmer - Nice to see you again!





HI! Sorry I haven't been in here recently, just had a few days where I barely opened my computer. I guess that's a good thing, right? Had fun splurging my calories on food truck edibles on Saturday. The rest of the weekend was also nice. I need to get back into the habit of going to the track. My workout mojo is a on the lowdown right now. Just gotta pick that back up. Otherwise life is groovy!

pink_and_shiny

Oh, and I've updated the spreadsheet and website.

CrystalS

Pink - those flowers are Columbines. Aren't they pretty?

I'm off to FL today. I hope I can relax and enjoy just hubs and I (and baby) without the other kidlets. :ohwell: I'll check in if I can while I'm there. Hopefully, I can make good choices and not blow myself out of the water while I'm there.

Hope everyone had a lovely Wednesday!!!! :flowerforyou:

AprilVal

meet the newest member of my famliy.. she doesnt have a name yet. My niece thinks shes a Maine coon cat. If so im in for a real treat. if stewie doesnt get along with her.. i might be getting rid of him. he clawed me the otehr day inside my mouth. not fun. I wasnt happy.. and he keeps hissing at the new kitten. Notice the "m" on her forehead.. I think Im going to make her name start with M

And Pinky.. I think we will have the same thread for 2 weeks. if thats ok

Alegria79

AprilVal - until I read your post I thought someone had written the "M" on the kitty! I assumed it would wash off and was to mark the cat as sold or something. It's pretty amazing! I'd definitely pick an "M" name - what a cutie

achbarrow

Hello all! Been totally MIA this last week. It's been like 2 weeks of bad food choices and binges so I'm back up this week. I am proud that I've kept up with my running every other day plan. It's about the only thing though. Today's was a trial but I did it and survived to tell about it so yay!. Hope everyone week is going well. April that is an adorable kitten.

pink_and_shiny

CrystalS, Columbines...gotcha! I'm definitely going to have to look into getting those for my garden.

April, cool beans on the two week thread. That kitten is so cute! She looks like a Marie or Madeline to me.

cenedria, just keep on going with that running. I'm thinking that gain you're showing is actually muscle from all the running time you're putting in!

linemansgirl

This week I have been exhausted and dragging, but I have kept up with eating well and working out. I have been struggling with adrenal exhaustion for the past few years and for some odd reason it seems really bad in May. :huh: I would figure more like February instead of May, when it is getting really nice outside. I survived D1 & D2 of W6, C25K. Right now W6D3 is looking a bit daunting, but i"m going to TRY not to beat myself up if I have to walk extra.

April - two week challenges will be wonderful with this busy season!!!!! You put SO much hard work into it! Thank you! Your new kitty is adorable!

Keep it up ladies!!!!! :happy:

Nikstergirl

Ok, I have to share... I did my 5 miles this morning which went great. Then I decided to hit the mall because there's a lot of summer stuff on markdown and I still could use some clothes for my new body, plus my kid needed another pair of shorts. So I was walking around, trying on stuff, and didn't find a lot, but I did get one thing. There was a cute dress on the clearance rack at Macy's on sale for $18!!!!!! The best part, it's a size freaking SMALL!!!!! Holy CRAP!

Ok, so I have an event tonight at my son's school and I am wearing one of my dresses (I've bought two) and can't wait! I think I'm going to have somebody take my picture so I have a great shot for my profile pic!!!!!

Hope you all have a great day! Also, I'm 1/3 of the way to 150 miles!