SAHMU Team BLACK (closed group)

amyelizbradley

TH 9/8 (posted on team Black & main thread)
CARDIO: Zumba, Personal training, & playing with kids
Calories Burned = 585

CARDIO Part 2:
Goal =
Add a minimum of a 100 calorie burn each day playing with my kids
Burn an average of 500 calories/ day
Go for a walk with my husband every day that he does not work (approx. 4 days)
Completed? yes except walk w/ husband (he works)

STRENGTH:
200 sit-up's (65 completed)
100 lunges (35 completed)
100 push-ups (25 completed)
200 squats (25 completed)

FOOD:
Under Carbs? yes

EMOTIONAL:
This challenge has been a way for me to be even more accountable for what I do/ don't do, eat/ don't eat; it has helped me to focus my efforts & energy in a much more efficient way which in turn has really boosted not only my success but hpw I feel about myself (& when I don't feel too hot about myself, the Teams have been there to support). The Challenge has also just been fun!

NewLife_11

Hi Ladies,
I have started a new thread for those of you who want to continue the challenge after this final week.

http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/338488-sahmu-regroup-closed-group

Karie

bella_babe_86

Just saw the new challenge and just got done doing some serious cardio and strength! Feeling super amped today!

My goal for the week is to burn atleast 700 calories per day and to stay motivated even on days that I feel like nothing I do makes a difference.
Wednesday-814 calories
Thursday-752
Friday-785

Strength-
200 sit ups
Wednesday-50 sit ups done
Thursday-50 sit ups done
Friday-50 sit ups

100 lunges-
Wednesday-20 lunges done
Thursday-20 lunges
Friday-20 lunges

100 push-ups
Wednesday- 20 push-ups done
Wednesday-20 push-ups
Friday-20 pushups

200 squats-
Wednesday-50 squats done
Thursday-50 squats
Friday- 50 squats

Food-
Wednesday-stayed under carbs
Thursday-stayed under carbs


Emotional- This challenge has honestly meant the world to me. My family is a huge motivation for me but having this challenge and this group of women to keep me on track and help me to realize that every step I make is a step in the right direction! Its been such a great oppurtunity getting to know all of you and each and everyone one of you have helped me stay strong and commited! Im not about to pick favorites because you have all inspired me throughout this journey in you own ways! Y'all are such strong wonderful people and I am so lucky to have gotten to know you and I hope that we will stay friends outside of this challenge. Im always here if anyone needs a shoulder or somebody to talk to!

RedheadHen

Cardio part 1: (1 point)
Wednesday ~ 354 cals burned!
Thursday ~ 275 cals burned
Friday ~ 421 cals burned
Saturday ~
Sunday ~
Monday ~
Tuesday ~

Cardio part 2: ( 1 point)
To get in Yoga at least 3 times this week.
Burn at least 250 calories per day.
Wednesday- 250+ cals burned
Thursday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Friday- 250+ cals burned
Saturday-
Sunday-
Monday-
Tuesday-

Strength:( 4 different strength workouts = 4 points)
150 sit-up's
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
150 lunges (per leg)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
150 push-ups (Modified due to wrist strain issues ~ Will be done against a wall.)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
150 squats
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done

Food: (1 point)
Stay under Carbs atleast 4 days.
Wednesday ~ Under!
Thursday ~ Under
Friday ~ Under

amyelizbradley

F 9/9 (posted on team Black & main thread)
CARDIO: Spin & Pilates
Calories Burned = 545

CARDIO Part 2:
Goal =
Add a minimum of a 100 calorie burn each day playing with my kids
Burn an average of 500 calories/ day
Go for a walk with my husband every day that he does not work (approx. 4 days)
Completed? only made the 500 cal/ day burn goal
STRENGTH:
200 sit-up's (100 completed)
100 lunges (50 completed)
100 push-ups (40 completed)
200 squats (35 completed)

FOOD:
Under Carbs? yes

TOUGH day... engagement party at a bar then to mexican food? Really? Okay, my will was stretched today (thank goodness for Spin class this AM!

bella_babe_86

My goal for the week is to burn atleast 700 calories per day and to stay motivated even on days that I feel like nothing I do makes a difference.
Wednesday-814 calories
Thursday-752
Friday-785
Saturda-722

Strength-
200 sit ups
Wednesday-50 sit ups done
Thursday-50 sit ups done
Friday-50 sit ups

100 lunges-
Wednesday-20 lunges done
Thursday-20 lunges
Friday-20 lunges

100 push-ups
Wednesday- 20 push-ups done
Wednesday-20 push-ups
Friday-20 pushups

200 squats-
Wednesday-50 squats done
Thursday-50 squats
Friday- 50 squats

Food-
Wednesday-stayed under carbs
Thursday-stayed under carbs
Friday-stayed under carbs


No strength for me today, my body needs a rest, still manage to burn 722 calories while grocery shopping. Gotta love it!

RedheadHen

Cardio part 1: (1 point)
Wednesday ~ 354 cals burned!
Thursday ~ 275 cals burned
Friday ~ 421 cals burned
Saturday ~ 268 cals burned
Sunday ~
Monday ~
Tuesday ~

Cardio part 2: ( 1 point)
To get in Yoga at least 3 times this week.
Burn at least 250 calories per day.
Wednesday- 250+ cals burned
Thursday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Friday- 250+ cals burned
Saturday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Sunday-
Monday-
Tuesday-

Strength:( 4 different strength workouts = 4 points)
150 sit-up's
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 lunges (per leg)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 push-ups (Modified due to wrist strain issues ~ Will be done against a wall.)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 squats
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done

Food: (1 point)
Stay under Carbs atleast 4 days.
Wednesday ~ Under!
Thursday ~ Under
Friday ~ Under

Tomorrow is gonna look bad .. It's Purple Sunday here tomorrow! First football game of the season and that means snacking all day on the football Sunday snack spread! O.o LOL! I will try to be good. I did get some snacks that are more healthy than others .. so that's good. But Hey ... you gotta live sometimes! LOL! It's football season and this is just part of it for me! I enjoy every moment too!

amyelizbradley

Cardio part 1: (1 point)
Wednesday ~ 354 cals burned!
Thursday ~ 275 cals burned
Friday ~ 421 cals burned
Saturday ~ 268 cals burned
Sunday ~
Monday ~
Tuesday ~

Cardio part 2: ( 1 point)
To get in Yoga at least 3 times this week.
Burn at least 250 calories per day.
Wednesday- 250+ cals burned
Thursday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Friday- 250+ cals burned
Saturday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Sunday-
Monday-
Tuesday-

Strength:( 4 different strength workouts = 4 points)
150 sit-up's
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 lunges (per leg)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 push-ups (Modified due to wrist strain issues ~ Will be done against a wall.)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 squats
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done

Food: (1 point)
Stay under Carbs atleast 4 days.
Wednesday ~ Under!
Thursday ~ Under
Friday ~ Under

Tomorrow is gonna look bad .. It's Purple Sunday here tomorrow! First football game of the season and that means snacking all day on the football Sunday snack spread! O.o LOL! I will try to be good. I did get some snacks that are more healthy than others .. so that's good. But Hey ... you gotta live sometimes! LOL! It's football season and this is just part of it for me! I enjoy every moment too!

I know how you feel: the need to play, enjoy, etc. with food involved but I've discovered that food doesn't have to be connected to your enjoyment of an event
; of course I still struggle (that's life) but I deserve good health & so do you. This may sound "hokey" but don't plan tomorrow to be bad... PLAN it to be a success; and when you say "you gotta live sometimes", I say to you: yes, you do and that is why you joined MFP; to get healthier and live!

amyelizbradley

Checkin' in for Sat...

Sa 9/10 (posted on team Black & main thread)
CARDIO: walking
Calories Burned = 240

CARDIO Part 2:
Goal =
Add a minimum of a 100 calorie burn each day playing with my kids
Burn an average of 500 calories/ day
Go for a walk with my husband every day that he does not work (approx. 4 days)
Completed? didn't make the 500 cal/ day (kind of guessed on the cals burned)

STRENGTH:
200 sit-up's (100 completed)
100 lunges (65 completed)
100 push-ups (40 completed)
200 squats (45 completed)

FOOD:
Under Carbs? yes

My neck really is sore! I know that I need to go see a chiropractor but it's making the time... ugh!

bella_babe_86

Pretty impressed with my calories today, even though I did not workout like I usually do I was still under my calories and carbs. It felt good to rest today, even though I got in some cleaning and things that I know burnt a little, no 700 calorie burn for me today! Still feeling good and even more ready for tomorrow, I need to get back on my normal workout!!! Hope everyone had a great weekend!

amyelizbradley

Su 9/11 (posted on team Black & main thread)
CARDIO: nope; didn't make it...
Calories Burned = 0

CARDIO Part 2:
Goal =
Add a minimum of a 100 calorie burn each day playing with my kids
Burn an average of 500 calories/ day
Go for a walk with my husband every day that he does not work (approx. 4 days)
Completed? no

STRENGTH:
200 sit-up's (125 completed)
100 lunges (75 completed)
100 push-ups (60 completed)
200 squats (75 completed)

FOOD:
Under Carbs? yes

Wish stress counted as a calorie burn...

circusmom

I finished up my challenges today, tomorrow I rest!!! Wish I could rest today, already put in a full days work amd it's only 10 am.
Still have to finish setting up my Etsy account, then more housework, there is always something to do!
Hope everyone had a great week-end!!

bella_babe_86

My goal for the week is to burn atleast 700 calories per day and to stay motivated even on days that I feel like nothing I do makes a difference.
Wednesday-814 calories
Thursday-752
Friday-785
Saturday-722
Sun-0
Monday-737

Strength-
200 sit ups
Wednesday-50 sit ups done
Thursday-50 sit ups done
Friday-50 sit ups
Monday-50 situps

100 lunges-
Wednesday-20 lunges done
Thursday-20 lunges
Friday-20 lunges
Monday-20 lunges

100 push-ups
Wednesday- 20 push-ups done
Wednesday-20 push-ups
Friday-20 pushups
Monday-20 pushups

200 squats-
Wednesday-50 squats done
Thursday-50 squats
Friday- 50 squats
Monday-50 squats

Food-
Wednesday-stayed under carbs
Thursday-stayed under carbs
Friday-stayed under carbs
Saturday-under carbs
Sunday-under carbs
Monday-under carbs

My wii remote batteries are dead so I have to workout on my own! I was a little lost but I did 1 hour of steps and 20 minutes of jogging in place, plus cleaning and rearranging some furniture. Got my calories in, even though I wasnt very into it today. Feeling a little stuck right now, like im not doing enough or the right things, and getting a little frustrated. Tomorrow is another day though and hopefully Wednesdays weigh-in will show some progress.

RedheadHen

I hope y'all had a great weekend! I know I did! Back to the weekday grind and schedules! I love schedules! Hahahaha! Here's my updated stats from the weekend!

Cardio part 1: (1 point)
Wednesday ~ 354 cals burned!
Thursday ~ 275 cals burned
Friday ~ 421 cals burned
Saturday ~ 268 cals burned
Sunday ~ 298 cals burned
Monday ~ 564 cals burned - some of that was mowing the lawn
Tuesday ~

Cardio part 2: ( 1 point)
To get in Yoga at least 3 times this week.
Burn at least 250 calories per day.
Wednesday- 250+ cals burned
Thursday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Friday- 250+ cals burned
Saturday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Sunday- 250+ cals burned
Monday- 250+ cals burned
Tuesday-

Strength:( 4 different strength workouts = 4 points)
150 sit-up's
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
150 lunges (per leg)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~
150 push-ups (Modified due to wrist strain issues ~ Will be done against a wall.)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~
150 squats
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~

Food: (1 point)
Stay under Carbs atleast 4 days.
Wednesday ~ Under!
Thursday ~ Under
Friday ~ Under
Saturday ~ Under
Sunday ~ Under
Monday ~ Under
Tuesday ~

amyelizbradley

Monday's report...

Mo. 9/12 (posted on team Black & main thread)
CARDIO: yes
Calories Burned = 572

CARDIO Part 2:
Goal =
Add a minimum of a 100 calorie burn each day playing with my kids
Burn an average of 500 calories/ day
Go for a walk with my husband every day that he does not work (approx. 4 days)
Completed? yes

STRENGTH:
200 sit-up's (150 completed)
100 lunges (100 completed)
100 push-ups (75 completed)
200 squats (125 completed)

FOOD:
Under Carbs? yes

Need MORE sleep!!! :yawn:

circusmom

What has this challenge meant to me: It has helped me push myself a little harder than I normally would have. It's also held me accountable since I'm part of a team, I don't want to let anyone down by not holding up my part of the challenge. There have been a few times that I've set my goals to a level that was just not for me (Thanks Redheadhen for setting me straight), to complete them I burned myself out!! On the other hand, I pushed myself harder during my strength training and found that I could (and should) lift more than I was. I also have to remember than I just need to find the right balance and I CAN get the things that need to be done, done ( housework and such), and keep time for the things I want to get done ( cardio, strength training, & long hot showers).

RedheadHen

Well .. here you go! All done!

Cardio part 1: (1 point)
Wednesday ~ 354 cals burned!
Thursday ~ 275 cals burned
Friday ~ 421 cals burned
Saturday ~ 268 cals burned
Sunday ~ 298 cals burned
Monday ~ 564 cals burned - some of that was mowing the lawn
Tuesday ~ 373 cals burned

Cardio part 2: ( 1 point)
To get in Yoga at least 3 times this week.
Burn at least 250 calories per day.
Wednesday- 250+ cals burned
Thursday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Friday- 250+ cals burned
Saturday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.
Sunday- 250+ cals burned
Monday- 250+ cals burned
Tuesday- 250+ cals burned and yoga workout done.

Strength:( 4 different strength workouts = 4 points)
150 sit-up's
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~ 25 done
150 lunges (per leg)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~ 25 done
150 push-ups (Modified due to wrist strain issues ~ Will be done against a wall.)
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~ 25 done
150 squats
Thursday ~ 25 done
Friday ~ 25 done
Saturday ~ 25 done
Sunday ~ 25 done
Monday ~ 25 done
Tuesday ~ 25 done

Food: (1 point)
Stay under Carbs atleast 4 days.
Wednesday ~ Under!
Thursday ~ Under
Friday ~ Under
Saturday ~ Under
Sunday ~ Under
Monday ~ Under
Tuesday ~ Under

amyelizbradley

What has this challenge meant to me: It has helped me push myself a little harder than I normally would have. It's also held me accountable since I'm part of a team, I don't want to let anyone down by not holding up my part of the challenge. There have been a few times that I've set my goals to a level that was just not for me (Thanks Redheadhen for setting me straight), to complete them I burned myself out!! On the other hand, I pushed myself harder during my strength training and found that I could (and should) lift more than I was. I also have to remember than I just need to find the right balance and I CAN get the things that need to be done, done ( housework and such), and keep time for the things I want to get done ( cardio, strength training, & long hot showers).

WAY TO GO!! I love what the challenge has done for you-

amyelizbradley

LAST check in for this challenge, so here it goes!

Tu. 9/13 (posted on team Black & main thread)
CARDIO: no
Calories Burned = 0

CARDIO Part 2:
Goal =
Add a minimum of a 100 calorie burn each day playing with my kids
Burn an average of 500 calories/ day
Go for a walk with my husband every day that he does not work (approx. 4 days)
Completed? no
STRENGTH:
200 sit-up's (200 completed)
100 lunges (150 completed)
100 push-ups (100 completed)
200 squats (200 completed)

FOOD:
Under Carbs? yes (but adjusted loss per week calories to accomadate a TOUGH day)

Need MORE sleep!!! Ditto comment from yesterday & also need less stress! I'll post my weigh tomorrow AM...

bella_babe_86

Cardio- done
Cardio2-done
Strength-done
Food- stayed under carbs every day
Emotional-done

8pts.
Wk 7 wt- 244.9
Wk 8 wt- 242.3
Total loss--2.6 lbs
60 day challenge weight loss-15.7 lbs

amyelizbradley

MFP S/W = 212.5
SAHMU S/W = 160.5
Wk 1/W = 159, Wk 1/BF% = ~ 28
Wk 2/ W = 158
Wk 3/W = 156.5
Wk. 4/W = 156.5, Wk. 5/W = 157.5
Wk. 6/W = 154.5
Wk. 7/W = 152.0 BF% = ~23]
Wk. 8/W = 151.5
G/W = 148, G/BF% = 20

TOTAL Loss for the SAHMU Challenge = 7.5# & decrease of BF = 5%

Not too shabby! Thanks to everyone for the support!