(POST 3) BATTLE OF THE BULGE - Summer Slimdown Challenge!!

prplangl4

FRIDAY JULY 1ST - DAY46! "WHEN A PROBLEM COMES A LONG YOU MUST WHIP IT!

*I didn't receive a challenge for yesterday or today and I was driving from South Florida to North Carolina (nice 12 hour+ drive) - o here's a re run. Please make sure you do your post if you're assigned one - people are depending on you!!!

CHALLENGE/TIP
Some of us are stepping on the scale every day fretting over ever 10th of a lb gainedothers just arent in the mood this week for workin out or eating right and feel bummed. Ive noticed many of us have a lot going on in our worlds from surgeries to injuried body parts to car accidents and family visiting! Well for those living in the US we are gearin up for a 3-day weekend and theres no time like now to shape it up, get straight, pull forward, move aheadits not too late! Todays challenge is put all those worries and stresses aside for AT LEAST 30 minutes today and DO A STRENUOUS physical activity that keeps your heart rate going!

MOTIVATIONAL SONG OF THE DAY
WHIP IT! Devo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIEVqFB4WUo
*we have people from Australia to Austria of all backgrounds, ages, and ethnicities so my songs will be varied each day to accommodate

SHARE YOUR SECRETS TO SUCCESS:
What is your favorite exercises to do when youre stressed and dealing with a lot on your plate? (and I hope you don't ADD to your other plate...as in the food plate!)
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For me a good round of tae bo or kickboxing does the trick!! Or as always my wii just dance - get to dancing to some good songs and the stress melts away!

Tmochava

Wow, I am so happy I found this and will be joining for the July 25th weigh in.

samvanz

I have to agree, it's wii just dance for me when I'm busy! Or when I can't be bothered working out, like today - I just wanted to curl up and have a good cry, but I got up to do some dancing, and that make me feel a bit better.

achampionsheart

lifting weights and doing an hour of the elliptical helps...i just love that dang machine....(i know if i love it so much why dont i marry it...hehehe)....it lowers my BP and helps to level out my blood sugar.....i love exercise

WWH_AJ

I love to do Kenpo Karate when I'm stressed. I picture the head of whoever's or whatever is the cause of my stress and by the end of it, I'm so tired I don't care to stress anymore. That or I get on the elliptical and turn the music on full blast. Today's challenge was easy seeing as how I completed Yoga X for the first time. I was so focused on doing some of the moves that I almost forgot to breathe!

Ping_A1C2U

Have a fantastic holiday weekend if you're here in the US, enjoy but don't overdo it- monday's weigh-in day, don't throw away this weeks hard work (and don't try to be sneaky and weigh in then go crazy thinking you have a week to recover, haha)

ranewell

When I'm stressed any form of exercise with my ipod blocking out the rest of the world is just what I need! Gettin ready to meet the challenge right now with a 3 mile workout (45 min)

PhoenixRising17

Any type of exercise for me has become a stress reliever...since starting to regularly exercise I can already tell a change in my moods and a more positive morale and sense of self confidence...I used to suffer bad from mood swings and would just have times where I was absolutely miserable and not a great person to be around and in turn would turn to food for comfort but now I know that if I binge like that I will have to work my *kitten* even harder at the gym so instead I just put in my Biggest Loser game for the Wii and play that and I feel great afterwards...I love the changes I can already see in myself both physically and emotionally...I hope everybody has a wonderful holiday weekend you are all doing SO great!!!

kacione

Today is the holiday in Canada and I plan to get a lot of yardwork done this weekend. I started many years ago building flower beds to relieve the stress of day to day living with a blended family of seven children. I built the first one and discovered that I would always be left alone when I was weeding the flower bed.(kids avoided coming near because they would be asked to haul the pails of weeds to the compost pile). I found that I could work as hard as I wanted to or just relax while pulling weeds. It has never been a chore but my all time favorite has to be going for a walk. I have done this since I was very young- still a kid at home and I wanted to be alone. I still fall back on this one.

To all those droping off and giving up I implore you not to give up. You are worth it and your commitment to yourself will benefit your families as well as yourself. DO NOT GIVE UP ---- YOU CAN DO IT. One weekend is not worth destroying all that you have worked for. Good luck and stick with your plan.

journey2size10

when i'm stressed its music and any type of cardio that shakes my funk..lately the arc trainer has been my bff and it always challenges me!

nlsalvatore

Wow- today's comments hit the nail on the head for me! I have been feeling frustrated this week - after a great last week, I have been doing everything I should this week - staying within calories, drinking lots of water, exercising more - and I have gone up a few ounces every day to the tune of a little over a pound gained since last week. Very frustrating! So, I am trying to focus on how much better I feel and on my NSV's instead of dwelling on the scale.

When I feel stressed I like to get out for a walk and clear my head. Also, Zumba helps- I get moving and have fun, and don't feel so stressed.

Have a happy holiday weekend all!

cherubcrnp

I agree...sometimes the scale isn't in sync with what changes our bodies are doing. The scale isn't moving but our clothes are falling off. That counts for alot.

I am bumping for now....I am exhausted and I need to get up in the morning to go to work. Catch you tomorrow

Pam

prplangl4

SATURDAY JULY 2ND - DAY 47! - "MOTIVATION"

:drinker: (we have 2 days left until the week 7 weighin!!!):huh:

*didn't receive a post again...:frown: ...this one's brought to you by prpLangL4

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK
Fill your MFP cups! Drink AT LEAST 8 glasses of water DAILY! :drinker:

DAILY CHALLENGE/TIP
We all need motivators to keep us going. We often times focus on the positives of what we want to look like or feel like, but sometimes we need to readjust our thought process and focus on what we KNOW we DON'T want!!! Reminding yourself of what you do not want on the road to a healthier you can keep you in check and motivated!

Today, get out a sheet of paper and list the painful CONSEQUENCES OF NOT becoming a healthier you. :brokenheart: “Write out ALL the negative consequences of not exercising (poor health, pain, limited abilities, medical costs, lack of socializing, low self-esteem)” recommends Ronald Kaufman, author of Anatomy of Success. And with each negative consequence, ask yourself: “What’s the consequence of …?” – writing down all of your answers until you’ve finished your full list.

NOW I want you to turn all those negatives into positives...write on the back, bottom, or right next to each item how living a healthier life turns those into positives! Post this list on your fridge, wall, or put in your wallet or purse to keep yourself from doing unhealthy things and staying motivated to be a healthier, happier you!

MOTIVATIONAL SONGS OF THE DAY
1. MOTIVATION - TIP http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wR8084f1m40&feature=fvst
2. RHYTHM NATION - Janet Jackson http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OAwaNWGLM0c

SHARE YOUR SECRETS TO SUCCESS:
What are some of your TOP negative consequences of not exercising or eating healthy that you've forgetten about? :huh: How are you going to keep these 'few of my unfavorite things' in the front of your mind to keep you motivated?

*TIPS FOR THOSE DOING DAILY CHALLENGES
if you are having a tough time coming up with the daily challenges:embarassed: , what I do sometimes is google weight loss tips or exercise tips, etc. and read some articles for a good tip I haven't seen or might be good to share with others and use that to come up with my challenge or share the secrets to success question of the day. And for songs, just think of what your best workout song/motivational song is and share!:bigsmile:

MitchaMusic, mishkamichelle, Daysea35, Vendetta2300...I never received your daily posts this week :ohwell: If you can still make a daily post so I can use as a back up in case someone else doesn't do it, that would help our group out tremendously!! Thank you :smooched: to those who did do their daily challenges! You guys rock!

WEEK 8 CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Stay afloat! Try not to go over calories every day this week!

Daily Challenges Assignments:
Mon July 4 princessekrystale
Tue July 5 gatorflyer
Wed July 6 SiouxPrincess
Thurs July 7 nosey_rosey
Fri July 8 mindeyc
Sat July 9 UltraRunnerGale
Sun July 10 Ping_A1C2U

prplangl4

What are some of your TOP negative consequences of not exercising or eating healthy that you've forgetten about? How are you going to keep these 'few of my unfavorite things' in the front of your mind to keep you motivated?

Oh I haven't forgotten about them, but my top 5 UNFAVORITE things about NOT EXERCISING or BEING UNHEALTHY are:
1.the way I feel in a bathing suit (like a beached whale and insecure!)
2.getting out of breath playing with my nieces and nephews
3.feeling bloated and sick to my stomach after eating too much (and too much fatty foods)
4.low energy/tired all the time
5.not wanting to be in pictures because a fat bulge or fatty arms will show!

TURNING THEM INTO POSITIVES:
1. how awesome I'll feel strutting around in my bathing suit!
2. being able to run circles around them and feel great about it!
3. feeling fabulous after a great healthy meal!
4. having extra energy to do more with my life!
5. posing in every picture possible and posting them all over MFP and facebook b/c I'm proud of who I am and how hot I look!:bigsmile:

nlsalvatore

As always, this challenge clicks right into something I have been thinking! This weekend there are 2 parties with extended family & both have pools. I know my kids will want to swim, and although I feel better about myself at the pool this summer, I am just not sure if I want to be hanging out in my swimsuit at these events. So right there is something I'm letting my weight influence. There's also the fact that I am the only one with a child who still needs a grownup poolside with him. Everyone else can get away with not swimming if they don't want to !! Ah well, I'll most likely suck it up and swim, since my kids deserve the fun and I only see most of these particular relatives a few times a year anyway. Happy 4th!

Hananiah

Negatives: Positives:
1. Having to wear a shirt while swimming....................................................No shirt needed
2. Man boobs.......................................................................................................No more moobs
3. No energy to play with kids...........................................................................Playing with kids non-stop

In Cape Coral for the weekend. Finished my P90 and feel great.

Denise11161978

My negatives are PCOS out of control = High Cholestrol, major cysts, low energy, and alot of pain

Positive once I have weight under control Fertility rate goes up, PCOS easier to control, lower cyst rate, lower cholesterol, higher energy and less pain

journey2size10

5 UNFAVORITE things about NOT EXERCISING or BEING UNHEALTHY are:
1. When shopping, just looking for clothes that "just fit"
2. Hate taking pictures!!!
3. Ankle pain when walking or going out
4. Walking upstairs and feeling winded
5. Not feeling sexy and low self-esteem

TURNING THEM INTO POSITIVES:
1. When shopping, being able to fit most things, but look for clothes that are stylish and trendy!
2. Love taking pictures, I'm becoming conceited!
3. Can hang with everyone else with walking and going out, not having to be the party pooper wanting to leave!
4. Sometimes I can run up the stairs without getting winded...walkings nothing anymore!
5. Becoming the sexy beeyotch of my dreams and self esteem back to normal!

Krissi72

How can I get involved? I need major motivation and would love to help others in their journey to healthier eating!

nlsalvatore

How can I get involved? I need major motivation and would love to help others in their journey to healthier eating!

To join the BOB you need to friend Kristy who is prplangl4 and tell her you want to join. There is an awesome website she has made with all the info. Here is the website address:

http://www.wix.com/prplangl4/battleofthebulge

prplangl4

SUNDAY JULY 3RD - DAY 48 - "FIGHT FOR...!"

Week 7 weighins are due TOMORROW! :noway: ahhhh :laugh:

Today's challenge brought to us by: Krispy17 :drinker:

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK
Fill your MFP cups! Drink AT LEAST 8 glasses of water DAILY!

DAILY CHALLENGE/TIP
With it being so close to Independence Day in the US I wanted today's challenge to reflect just WHAT this holiday is really about... The 4th of July is about more than just cookouts and fireworks, its about celebrating independence - something that had to be fought for...for so many of us this is much like our weight loss journeys...I encourage everyone today to think about what it is that THEY are fighting for on their journey whether it be to fit into those old jeans you used to love, to overcome an illness, get off medications, or just to be in overall better health...once you figure out what you are fighting for use that as motivation to push you through the harder times of this journey YOU CAN DO IT!!!!

MOTIVATIONAL SONGS OF THE DAY
1. “Fighter” Christina Aguilera http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PstrAfoMKlc
2. “Fight for your right to party” Beastie Boys http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBShN8qT4lk
3. “Theme from Rocky” http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PtvLTZS4Ik

SHARE YOUR SECRETS TO SUCCESS:
So I know this is one holiday weekend where there are so many cookouts and fun events it might be hard to stay on track. I would like for you all to share what you do to stay focused when there's so many yummy tempting foods around...or share what healthier choices you make when you go to a cookout or other event!

STAY MOTIVATED: VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.wix.com/prplangl4/battleofthebulge *newly updated*

Hananiah

Here are some tips on how you can BBQ and not feel guilty afterwards:

http://totalbodyresults.com/healthy-bbq-tips/

nlsalvatore

Thanks for the nice challenge Krispy17! Reflecting on what I am fighting for - avoiding future health problems is a big one. Type 2 Diabetes runs on both sides of my family, and I had gestational diabetes with both of my pregnancies. So far I have been lucky and have not developed Diabetes, and part of what I am fighting for is to avoid that as long as I can. Another motivation for me is wanting to be a positive role model for my kids and help them live healthier, so they don't have to deal with the weight battle as I have done all my life.

To handle the cookouts, I have tried to revamp my thinking about them....used to think about all the great food that would be there - now I focus on the great conversations that will be going on. I make sure to take something healthy and when we all sit around the table of munchies and chat, I have been strategically sitting myself in front of the veggie tray. I have really had to think about this this summer, because my house tends to be cookout central!!

Have a happy 4th all!!

ranewell

Thank you Krispy17! I love the challenge and reflecting on getting back into that fighter spirit. I felt a little of it this morning...(this is also a NSV for me...) I attempted the 4 mile workout this morning, and completed it!!!! I started feeling sore in mile 2, but was determined to work through it, by the time I was in mile 3, I started feeling great!
We all have our goals, we are all fighters and survivors. I, for one, am fighting for a lot of things in my life right now. It's easy to get that defeatist attitude, but we are worth the fight

sheBB

For Friday's challenge I did my regular workout but also moved large furniture & lugged rocks for a rock garden-very strenuous.

My favorite exercise when I'm stressed has to be zumba-listening to different music is relaxing too. I have the zumba dvd's so I just get up & do it.

sheBB

Did not notice Saturday's Challenge:
But it is now complete. Just wanted to mention one of my 5 UNFAVORITE things about NOT EXERCISING or BEING UNHEALTHY:

When out at a club with friends, I do not dance, I usually sit at the table watching the drinks or purses.

BUT TURNING IT INTO POSITIVE:
The drinks & purces will have to watch themselves because I'm on the floor dancing.

This is just one of the positives that motivates me each day.

nlsalvatore

Did not notice Saturday's Challenge:
But it is now complete. Just wanted to mention one of my 5 UNFAVORITE things about NOT EXERCISING or BEING UNHEALTHY:

When out at a club with friends, I do not dance, I usually sit at the table watching the drinks or purses.

BUT TURNING IT INTO POSITIVE:
The drinks & purces will have to watch themselves because I'm on the floor dancing.

This is just one of the positives that motivates me each day.

Get on out there and dance girl! Then go home and log the calories burned !!

journey2size10

Let's see...
Im fighting for my independence to be different from my family. All of my immediate family have been diagnosed with diabetes and all are overweight. It's crazy that I am the only one without diabetes and I wanna keep it that way. Now, I'm fighting to be the only one who is NOT overweight or obese.

For bbqs/cookouts, alot of people may not agree, but I feel like this. If I am kicking azz in the gym and watching my intake the majority of the time, one day will not hurt. Tomorrow we are bbqing and my plan of action is to eat lots of fruits/veggies before indulging in the bbq food. My downfall used to be alcohol, but now I'm gonna take some of the tricks I found on here and combine mio, water and vodka! hope I like it, if not, I will take a shot and then chase it with some crystal light or something.. have a great holiday everyone!!

achampionsheart

great job krispy17....i have spent alot of time thinking about the fight im in. i am in the fight to reverse my type 2 diabetes...i am in the daily fight to make healthy choices in my eating and exercising enough, i am in the daily fight to drink my water, i am in a daily fight with my attitude and outlook...and im in a fight everyday to save my own life.....

but with each proper choice made, comes confidence, self-esteem and self-respect.....so due to the changes and results im seeing in me my fight continues!!!!!
xoxo

tiddlyjinx

I am in the fight for "me" . I don't know where I went the last 17 years, since I got pregnant with my first child. I used to be into many different sports and was good at them. I gained weight and lost my self confidence. Never felt good enough.

My dad develped early onset alzheimers at around the age of 55. I am so worried that this will be me in 9 years. My doctor tells me exercise and eating right definitely helps my chances to not develop it. I hope so. Being 46 every time I forget a name or where I was going when I get up from my desk, I get worried! My girlfriends that are around the same age tell me that this is also a sign of being menopausal. I want to enjoy my life as I get older and closer to retirement, and I am going to get there!