SAHMU Team BLACK (closed group)
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Hi all, just checking in....no workout today, no cardio, just shopping at Ikea. Which on a Sunday, could be considered an Olympic track & field event!! I feel like I've blown it with my carbs this week-end!! I feel really bloated, and I'm craving sweets, which I don't do every often.
Well tomorrow is a new day, I'll go back to 20g carbs a day for two days and should be back on track....we'll see.
Hope everyone had a good week-end, nite!
Wow, that is pretty impressive that you can do 20g carbs a day ,,, I used to remember thinking how a jolly rancher has like 5g! lol And you have IKEA where you are, I've always wanted to go ... but none around me!
The first two days of doing South Beach Diet was the hardest thing ever!! After that it was pretty simple, once your body stops craving the carbs.
I only go back to 20g when I feel like I've strayed to far for my normal way of eating. This last week I had too many processed carbs, and started feeling like I was wanting more and more of it, I don't know how I made it out of Ikea without eating at least one of their cinnamon rolls, but I did!!!! I usually keep my carbs around 35 - 40%, which is around 100 - 140g.
this is the only way I can lose weight, when I was younger I didn't have to watch my carbs at all, just exercise and keep my calories in line. Whole different ball game now!!!0 -
Hello ladies,
So, a part of this weeks challenge is to post how many calories you have burned each day on the spreed sheet, but also post here in the thread what you have been doing to burn those calories. Ooppps, I kinda dropped the ball on that one!
But, mine are pretty simple. The past two days I went and did laps in the swimming pool, participated in an aquatic fitness class, walked the dogs, and did the treadmill.
I do the strength training, like lunges, squats, etc ... but I do not log them into my calorie intake into MFP because I don't think it accurately calculates it - that's just my quirk .. and I feel i have an extra cushion.
So what have you all been doing for your workouts?
I do a little yoga and cardio on the Wii and then some strength training just like you but I hardly ever log that either. I also chase after a 2 year old most of the day but I dont log that either because, I was doing that before and it didnt help me lose weight one bit LOL.
LOL I'm sure you built muscles with mom arm's and legs though!
LOL Yes I did, except I favor my right side, in everything, and those muscles are way more built then the ones of the left side. Im working on the lefty's though!0 -
Im back ladies, it was a long stressful weekend. Hubby started his second year of college today and all weekend I was hard at work trying to get him set and ready to go. Sitting at a computer all day sunday did absolutely nothing for me, so last night after it cooled off I went for a long walk, no power walking or anything just a stroll, calculated and burned about 600 calories! As of today, I've gotte through the leg lifts, squats, crunches, pushups and up and downs. Just have to finish it all up with lunges tomorrow. I've been feeling really sluggish lately, and completely unmotivated, told my husband I thought I might just quit all together because I worked SO hard to get under 250 and when I finally did the weigh flew off in 2 weeks, but now Im trying to get past that 240 mark the scale is being stupid saying 1 day I lost 3 lbs and the next I gained 6 back, I weighed at the same time, did the exact same workout and ate almost the same amount of calories. I just dnt get it sometimes. Trying to stick with it but IDK sometimes I just feel like taking a break for a few weeks sure would be nice!0
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Well, I did my push-ups today! All I have left are the lunges, yeah!!
It was harder than I remember keeping my carbs down to 20g's. It made it even harder since I didn't plan on doing this until last night, so I didn't pick up anything "carb free" to enjoy. Makes my choices very limited and very boring! Ah well only one more day and I should be back to the norm.
I'm off to do some cardio.........
P.S. The groupon ad next to the thread box has the most amazing custardy looking cupcakes on it....damn it, I'm trying to go carb free, and I don't think those come in a carb free flavor!!!! All I can think of is linking the screen for a small taste, ...no, no, no, back to my cardio!0 -
Im back ladies, it was a long stressful weekend. Hubby started his second year of college today and all weekend I was hard at work trying to get him set and ready to go. Sitting at a computer all day sunday did absolutely nothing for me, so last night after it cooled off I went for a long walk, no power walking or anything just a stroll, calculated and burned about 600 calories! As of today, I've gotte through the leg lifts, squats, crunches, pushups and up and downs. Just have to finish it all up with lunges tomorrow. I've been feeling really sluggish lately, and completely unmotivated, told my husband I thought I might just quit all together because I worked SO hard to get under 250 and when I finally did the weigh flew off in 2 weeks, but now Im trying to get past that 240 mark the scale is being stupid saying 1 day I lost 3 lbs and the next I gained 6 back, I weighed at the same time, did the exact same workout and ate almost the same amount of calories. I just dnt get it sometimes. Trying to stick with it but IDK sometimes I just feel like taking a break for a few weeks sure would be nice!
I have been feeling the same way!!! I know we just have to keep going, but lately I have been overwhelmed with trying to move and a divorce and trying to get healthy somedays it seems like to much.
Great job on getting all of your strength challenges done, I have been sick the past two days so I am going to try to get back on track tomorrow and complete my weeks goal.
Wish me luck!0 -
Im back ladies, it was a long stressful weekend. Hubby started his second year of college today and all weekend I was hard at work trying to get him set and ready to go. Sitting at a computer all day sunday did absolutely nothing for me, so last night after it cooled off I went for a long walk, no power walking or anything just a stroll, calculated and burned about 600 calories! As of today, I've gotte through the leg lifts, squats, crunches, pushups and up and downs. Just have to finish it all up with lunges tomorrow. I've been feeling really sluggish lately, and completely unmotivated, told my husband I thought I might just quit all together because I worked SO hard to get under 250 and when I finally did the weigh flew off in 2 weeks, but now Im trying to get past that 240 mark the scale is being stupid saying 1 day I lost 3 lbs and the next I gained 6 back, I weighed at the same time, did the exact same workout and ate almost the same amount of calories. I just dnt get it sometimes. Trying to stick with it but IDK sometimes I just feel like taking a break for a few weeks sure would be nice!
I have been feeling the same way!!! I know we just have to keep going, but lately I have been overwhelmed with trying to move and a divorce and trying to get healthy somedays it seems like to much.
Great job on getting all of your strength challenges done, I have been sick the past two days so I am going to try to get back on track tomorrow and complete my weeks goal.
Wish me luck!
Hope you are feeling better! Sorry to hear about your struggles, but we can beat all of this! Im here for you girl!0 -
Im back ladies, it was a long stressful weekend. Hubby started his second year of college today and all weekend I was hard at work trying to get him set and ready to go. Sitting at a computer all day sunday did absolutely nothing for me, so last night after it cooled off I went for a long walk, no power walking or anything just a stroll, calculated and burned about 600 calories! As of today, I've gotte through the leg lifts, squats, crunches, pushups and up and downs. Just have to finish it all up with lunges tomorrow. I've been feeling really sluggish lately, and completely unmotivated, told my husband I thought I might just quit all together because I worked SO hard to get under 250 and when I finally did the weigh flew off in 2 weeks, but now Im trying to get past that 240 mark the scale is being stupid saying 1 day I lost 3 lbs and the next I gained 6 back, I weighed at the same time, did the exact same workout and ate almost the same amount of calories. I just dnt get it sometimes. Trying to stick with it but IDK sometimes I just feel like taking a break for a few weeks sure would be nice!
I'm so sorry to hear that it was a stressful week. I know we all get those weeks and feel like it's just a bit overwhelming and then the easiest thing to drop is the weight-loss and exercise part. But, stick with it ... maybe don't focus so much on what the scale says but just eat right and stay active. Maybe after a few weeks when you do finally get on the scale you will be happily surprised. Sometimes, the scale is the most stressful part of this journey because it messes with our heads! I'm sure it will get better soon once the school start up gets into it's normal groove. Hang in there Ashley!0 -
Im back ladies, it was a long stressful weekend. Hubby started his second year of college today and all weekend I was hard at work trying to get him set and ready to go. Sitting at a computer all day sunday did absolutely nothing for me, so last night after it cooled off I went for a long walk, no power walking or anything just a stroll, calculated and burned about 600 calories! As of today, I've gotte through the leg lifts, squats, crunches, pushups and up and downs. Just have to finish it all up with lunges tomorrow. I've been feeling really sluggish lately, and completely unmotivated, told my husband I thought I might just quit all together because I worked SO hard to get under 250 and when I finally did the weigh flew off in 2 weeks, but now Im trying to get past that 240 mark the scale is being stupid saying 1 day I lost 3 lbs and the next I gained 6 back, I weighed at the same time, did the exact same workout and ate almost the same amount of calories. I just dnt get it sometimes. Trying to stick with it but IDK sometimes I just feel like taking a break for a few weeks sure would be nice!
I have been feeling the same way!!! I know we just have to keep going, but lately I have been overwhelmed with trying to move and a divorce and trying to get healthy somedays it seems like to much.
Great job on getting all of your strength challenges done, I have been sick the past two days so I am going to try to get back on track tomorrow and complete my weeks goal.
Wish me luck!
You hang in there too! I hope you feel better soon. *hugs*0 -
Well, I did my push-ups today! All I have left are the lunges, yeah!!
It was harder than I remember keeping my carbs down to 20g's. It made it even harder since I didn't plan on doing this until last night, so I didn't pick up anything "carb free" to enjoy. Makes my choices very limited and very boring! Ah well only one more day and I should be back to the norm.
I'm off to do some cardio.........
P.S. The groupon ad next to the thread box has the most amazing custardy looking cupcakes on it....damn it, I'm trying to go carb free, and I don't think those come in a carb free flavor!!!! All I can think of is linking the screen for a small taste, ...no, no, no, back to my cardio!
LOL, well licking it is carb free and calorie free so go for it! LOL. I hope you have a great workout!0 -
I had a great day today! I began my day with some push-ups and lunges, and then went to the pool did some laps, then participated in my aqua fitness class, had an intermission and then did a couple hours on the treadmill. I'm wired like the energizer bunny right now ... eeeeeeekkkk..
Is everyone excited for weigh-in day?! It's just two days away! Everyone make sure to get their child friendly recipes in, and their emotional challenge in by tomorrow (note to self)!
I'm so proud of us all for all the calories burned this week and it looks like we will all meet our calorie goal burn for the week! But, more than that I'm proud of each of us for staying with our commitments, and this challenge! No matter what the results are, we have given ourselves and our bodies the best gift you could possibly give - a healthier version of you, and increased vitality and lives! Be proud!
Have a great day tomorrow you all!0 -
I had a great day today! I began my day with some push-ups and lunges, and then went to the pool did some laps, then participated in my aqua fitness class, had an intermission and then did a couple hours on the treadmill. I'm wired like the energizer bunny right now ... eeeeeeekkkk..
Is everyone excited for weigh-in day?! It's just two days away! Everyone make sure to get their child friendly recipes in, and their emotional challenge in by tomorrow (note to self)!
I'm so proud of us all for all the calories burned this week and it looks like we will all meet our calorie goal burn for the week! But, more than that I'm proud of each of us for staying with our commitments, and this challenge! No matter what the results are, we have given ourselves and our bodies the best gift you could possibly give - a healthier version of you, and increased vitality and lives! Be proud!
Have a great day tomorrow you all!0 -
Im back ladies, it was a long stressful weekend. Hubby started his second year of college today and all weekend I was hard at work trying to get him set and ready to go. Sitting at a computer all day sunday did absolutely nothing for me, so last night after it cooled off I went for a long walk, no power walking or anything just a stroll, calculated and burned about 600 calories! As of today, I've gotte through the leg lifts, squats, crunches, pushups and up and downs. Just have to finish it all up with lunges tomorrow. I've been feeling really sluggish lately, and completely unmotivated, told my husband I thought I might just quit all together because I worked SO hard to get under 250 and when I finally did the weigh flew off in 2 weeks, but now Im trying to get past that 240 mark the scale is being stupid saying 1 day I lost 3 lbs and the next I gained 6 back, I weighed at the same time, did the exact same workout and ate almost the same amount of calories. I just dnt get it sometimes. Trying to stick with it but IDK sometimes I just feel like taking a break for a few weeks sure would be nice!
I have been feeling the same way!!! I know we just have to keep going, but lately I have been overwhelmed with trying to move and a divorce and trying to get healthy somedays it seems like to much.
Great job on getting all of your strength challenges done, I have been sick the past two days so I am going to try to get back on track tomorrow and complete my weeks goal.
Wish me luck!
Divorce is never easy, it takes alot out if you, not just emotionally, physically also. I've been there, and it does get better, even if you can't meet all the challenges try to make time to do one thing for yourself each day. It's easy to lose yourself in all the stress of whats going on. Take it day by day, it will get better and you will come out of it all stronger!0 -
Got the last bit of my calories logged today! And finished the strength stuff to with some lunges! After I worked out I rearranged and cleaned the bedroom/kitchen and burned even more calories! Feeling pretty great today after my mini-meltdown yesterday! Hope everyone is doing great! So ready for weigh-in tomorrow! Excited to see everyones progress! Hope y'all are having a good day!0
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Lunges done!!! Met all of my challenges!! See everyone tomorrow for weigh-in.0
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Almond-Crusted Chicken Fingers
Instead of batter-dipped, deep-fried nuggets, we coat chicken tenders in a seasoned almond and whole-wheat flour crust and then oven-fry them to perfection. With half the fat of standard breaded chicken tenders, you can enjoy to your (healthy) heart's content.
Makes 4 servings | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
Canola oil cooking spray
1/2 cup sliced almonds
1/4 cup whole-wheat flour
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 large egg whites
1 pound chicken tenders, (see Ingredient Note)
Preparation
Preheat oven to 475°F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Set a wire rack on the baking sheet and coat it with cooking spray.
Place almonds, flour, paprika, garlic powder, dry mustard, salt and pepper in a food processor; process until the almonds are finely chopped and the paprika is mixed throughout, about 1 minute. With the motor running, drizzle in oil; process until combined. Transfer the mixture to a shallow dish.
Whisk egg whites in a second shallow dish. Add chicken tenders and turn to coat. Transfer each tender to the almond mixture; turn to coat evenly. (Discard any remaining egg white and almond mixture.) Place the tenders on the prepared rack and coat with cooking spray; turn and spray the other side.
Bake the chicken fingers until golden brown, crispy and no longer pink in the center, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition
Per serving : 174 Calories; 4 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 2 g Mono; 66 mg Cholesterol; 4 g Carbohydrates; 27 g Protein; 1 g Fiber; 254 mg Sodium; 76 mg Potassium
Exchanges: 3 very lean meat, 1/2 fat
Tips & Notes
Ingredient note: Chicken tenders, virtually fat-free, are a strip of rib meat typically found attached to the underside of the chicken breast, but they can also be purchased separately. Four 1-ounce tenders will yield a 3-ounce cooked portion. Tenders are perfect for quick stir-fries, chicken satay or kid-friendly breaded “chicken fingers.”
Emotional Challenge: I would use the excuse that I didn't have enough time or money to exercise and eat well. Now, I make time no matter what and do the best Ic an with the budget I have. I realize that I am not the only one who benefits from my being healthier.
Exercise challenge complete!0 -
Everyone don't forget that weigh-in is tomorrow! Be sure to post in here and on the chart what your points and weight are for this week! i'm excited to see everyone's results!
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnwPqv9GV3KzdGUxdVFLcVdiZmFOVmQzbmd1Y3RCOEE&hl=en_US#gid=00 -
I am so sorry I have been missing, I got really sick this week and I am still not feeling well, I hope tomorrow I feel better and I am able to exercise. I hope everyone else is doing well, it looks like it. Great Job!
Also my internent went down but I hope to get it fixed this week. I still want to be a part of this so don't count me out.
Cardio- 1 ( I logged my calorie) Hope this counts
Strength- 3 ( I got sick and could not complete all the days)
Food- 1
Emotional-1
Emotional Challenge:
The excuses I have made in the past are..Its because of my pregnancies, I am a single mom, I am going through a divorce. It is hard to get out of this when everything seems to be so overwhelming some times but I want tochange my life for myself and my daughters so no more excuses. (except today because I feel awful..lol)0 -
Strength - 1 ...... or is it 7 for all the days completed??
Cardio- 1
Emotional- 1
Recipe- 1
No weight loss, but no gain either!!0 -
Strength - 1 ...... or is it 7 for all the days completed??
Cardio- 1
Emotional- 1
Recipe- 1
No weight loss, but no gain either!!
Its one point per day of strength0 -
Cardio-1pt
Strength-6pts
Food Challenge-1pt
Emotional Challenge-1pt.
9pts total
SW-258
Wk4-246.5
Wk5-244.7
Down 1.8 lbs, not what I wanted but It will have to do! Hoping for a little more next week!0 -
Hi ladies,
I am so sorry but I have to leave the challenge(I really enjoyed it), I have lost my internet service until further notice. I am so bummed about this but I will only be able to log my food and exercise through my phone. I wish you all lots of luck and thank you for your support.
Have a great week and I hope we can remain friends.0 -
Hi ladies,
I am sorry my sister(Emmabella) had to back out back out but with no internet there was no way for her to continue. amyelizbradley will now be added to your team, I will send her your way.0 -
Hi Ladies!! I have been SO busy lately!! We have some home improvement projects going on and between that and my 5 yr old challenging me, I have not been on! So Sorry! But I did complete my Cardio Challenge! WOOT!
Starting MFP Weight : 171
Starting SAHMU Weight : 169
Week 1 Weight : 169
Week 2 Weight : 170 ( at TOM)
Week 3 Weight: 168
Week 4 Weight: 167
Week 5 Weight 166
Change this week : -1
Goal Weight : 140
Strength: 6 - I did get in all those exercises! Woot!
Cardio: 1 - Above my goal. Only thanks to those projects!
Emotional- 1
Recipe- 1
Next week looks like a fun one with the challenges!! O.o Let's get it done! Yay! Oh ... I added both my weight and points to the spreadsheet already!
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Kristy- I'm so sorry to see you leave our team! It was such a pleasure to have you and your positive attitude with us. I know you will continue to do great even without the challenge and meet your goals! Best of luck! ♥0
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Kristy- I'm so sorry to see you leave our team! It was such a pleasure to have you and your positive attitude with us. I know you will continue to do great even without the challenge and meet your goals! Best of luck! ♥0
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Cardio-1pt
Strength-6pts
Food Challenge-1pt
Emotional Challenge-1pt.
9pts total
SW-258
Wk4-246.5
Wk5-244.7
Down 1.8 lbs, not what I wanted but It will have to do! Hoping for a little more next week!
Ashley, you did great... it's much better than having an increase right? Next week will be better, you will rock it!0 -
Hi Ladies!! I have been SO busy lately!! We have some home improvement projects going on and between that and my 5 yr old challenging me, I have not been on! So Sorry! But I did complete my Cardio Challenge! WOOT!
Starting MFP Weight : 171
Starting SAHMU Weight : 169
Week 1 Weight : 169
Week 2 Weight : 170 ( at TOM)
Week 3 Weight: 168
Week 4 Weight: 167
Week 5 Weight 166
Change this week : -1
Goal Weight : 140
Strength: 6 - I did get in all those exercises! Woot!
Cardio: 1 - Above my goal. Only thanks to those projects!
Emotional- 1
Recipe- 1
Next week looks like a fun one with the challenges!! O.o Let's get it done! Yay! Oh ... I added both my weight and points to the spreadsheet already!
Awesome job! I have been seeing all the projects you have been doing ... you are one busy shrinking lady! Thanks for keeping up with the spreadsheet, and have another great week of productivity!0 -
Week 4 Weight: 335
Week 5 Weight 330
Change this week : -5
Strength: 6 - Rocked them out
Cardio: 1 - I was also above my goal! YAY
Emotional- 1
Recipe- 1
I'm chugging along but my train is a bit tired today. Gotta keep going ...choochooo! I know I can, I know I can!0 -
SAHMU Challenge Week 6
8/25-8/31
Cardio:
Set you goal this week atleast 5% higher than it was last week, we can do this ladies!! Amazing job last week!
**The Team with the highest Calories burned this week gets an extra point!!
I added Week 6 to the Calorie Burn Spreadsheet
https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnwPqv9GV3KzdEF1LXBGRGZHMzlvVGNrdk5WTXJKbFE&hl=en_US
Please remember to post on your thread and on the main thread how you burned your calories and how many you burned each day, I think this will give us all some new ideas.
Strength and Nutrition Challenge: 1 point for each per day ( possible 14 points)
Wednesday
Nutrition - Under Carbs
Exercise - 25 (per side) Hip Flexor (http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercises.asp?exercise=113)
Thursday
Nutrition - Under calories
Exercise - 50 push ups (modified as needed)
Friday
Nutrition - Under Fat
Exercise - 50 bicycle crunches (http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercises.asp?exercise=12)
Saturday
Nutrition - Under Sodium
Exercise - 50 Bridges (http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercises.asp?exercise=153)
Sunday
Nutrition - Under Carbs
Exercise - 50 skater squats (http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercises.asp?exercise=112)
Monday
Nutrition - Under calories
Exercise - 25 Tricep Dips with Bent Knees (http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercises.asp?exercise=124)
Tuesday
Nutrition - Under Fat
Exercise - Superman pose - 5 reps, 30 seconds each (http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercises.asp?exercise=191)
**Some of you take a day or two break so just double up your strength for one day to get the point
Emotional Challenge:
What was your moment of clarity? What was it that made you say "Enough is enough; I am taking control of my life?" and how does remembering that help you through the emotional and life changing journey of taking off the weight?
**A special Thank you to LoveNverNds for helping me with the emotional Challenge this week.
Good Luck Ladies and I hope you enjoy the challenge this week
Week 6 Points = 16 possible per person
Cardio-1 per person
Strength- 7 per person
Food- 7 per person
Emotion-1 per person
Week 6 Team point = 4 possible for Team(this goes in the Team point line)
Your Team earns 1 point for each challenge the whole Team completed ( your Team only gets the Team Point for the strength and food challenge if everyone completes all the daily challenges.)
Any Week Picture Point=1 per person
Anyone who posts a before pic will earn this extra point to add to there normal week points.
Highest Weight Loss Point= 1 for the Team with the highest weight loss for this week.
Highest Calorie Burn- 1 point for the Team with the highest Calorie Burn
Week 6 total possible points=84 ( not including the Calorie Burn,Picture or highest weight loss Point)0 -
Hi ladies,
I am so sorry but I have to leave the challenge(I really enjoyed it), I have lost my internet service until further notice. I am so bummed about this but I will only be able to log my food and exercise through my phone. I wish you all lots of luck and thank you for your support.
Have a great week and I hope we can remain friends.
So sorry to see you go Kristy, you will definitely be missed! You're journey and strength has been so inspirational, I will stay in touch and keep up with your progress, Im always here if you need to talk!0
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