MISSDEEHERE'S ONE WEEK CHALLENGE~FOR SHORT TERM GOALS

missdeehere

okay, so I didn't wake up this morning for my a.m. jog.

I'm going to make up for that when I get off.

I did make up for the 20 minutes I missed yesterday morning.

Le' go.

QofSpades
I don't think I said WELCOME to you:flowerforyou:
Glad ytou found us. Good luck on waking up earlier. Sorry you missed it today, what time will you have to wake up? I always say I want to walk before work, but I never want to wake up. :-( Good Luck!!

missdeehere

Happy Tuesday to all!
I wasn't able to check in yesterday, but logged food, stayed under calories, drank my water and did Zumba today and yesterday!

Missdeehere-hope you survived another long day. My thoughts were with you

Think it has been said before, but tomorrow is another day!

MrRogers
Thank You!! The trip seems to be getting easier. Tomorrow is just an appointment, so we won't be there all day. Good thing, the Cable Guy is coming at 5:00 LOL

Monday and Tuesday check in :happy:

This weeks goals:
1. Week 7 P90x -
Monday - Core Synergistics;
Tuesday - Cardio X

2. 3-4 non P90x workouts -
Monday - none
Tuesday - Took a nice walk with the dog.

3. Pack afternoon snacks for work -
Monday - did good! No extra snacks for me, just what I brought
Tuesday - Worked from home today, so I did ok, though I did a little extra grazing

4. Better control over the weekend. - stay tuned for Friday.

Keep focusing on your mini goals everyone. One day at a time, one meal at a time, one snack at a time. Keep up all the hard work. Time to go hang out with the puppy and hubby. Have a great evening! :flowerforyou:

MAK
Do you think you do better when you work from home or at the office?
I just LOVE this picture of you!! You can definately see how much weight you lost. And you are BEAUTIFUL!! PS........ I will put that request in an email in a lil bit!! K??

Report Day 2

1. Get up on time in the morning, no more than 1 snooze! Overslept again...ugh! In my defense, I only hit the snooze once! My clock is so screwed up! Tomorrow's shopping list includes new alarm clock!
2. Spend at least 1 hour a day on a home improvement project(I have 5 projects going!) Still working on the scary closet!
3. Minimum of 30 minutes a day exercise Same walk at work, did 2 30 minute walks today
4. Vitamins daily!Yes! 2 days in a row! It's a new record!

Oma, I am laughing because when I am back to work, between my hubby & I we set 7 alarms!! YES SEVEN!! I am QUEEN OF SNOOZE!! Good luck on this one!! Are you still getting to bed early enoug?
Nice job taking your vitamins!!

Are you feeling all better now? Is the family all better now??

missdeehere

checking in on Tuesday goals:

1. NO EATING AFTER 8PM -- check. I was *ravenous* when I got home and wolfed down some chicken but stopped myself at 8pm. I could have kept on eating. 20 minutes later I realized I was full. If I hadn't made myself stop right at 8pm I probably would have kept on eating, never realizing that I was actually full already.

2. GREEN TEA WITH ONE MEAL -- nope. Need to work on this!

3. WALK EVERY OTHER DAY FOR AN HOUR -- nope, only got in about 40 minutes and it was with the dog so it wasn't as continuous as I would have liked. And won't be able to try for this one again until Thursday.

4. LOG EVERYTHING -- done!

Wanderinglight
Keep working on it!! I keep telling myself that!! ONE DAY AT A TIME!! Try not to stress, yep I keep telling myself that too!!
Does it matter if the tea is HOT or COLD? Maybe you have your "walk minutes" set too high. Try reducing it so you have success. Do you have any of the Walk Away The Pounds Video's that you can use when you can't walk? Good Luck!! You really can do this............... so I keep telling myself! LOL Never Ever give up!! You ARE worth it! PLUSSSSSSSSSSSSS YOU ARE HALFWAY TO YOUR GOAL!! GREAT JOB!!

missdeehere

Monday & Tuesday check in :

Have no idea what happened to the last two days, they flew by! :blushing: :ohwell:

-Did great on my workout goals the last couple days, 2 hr. workout yesterday, 3 hour today. Working to push for 5 days in a row each week, then weekends off for rest and catch up.
-Both days were good water days. I seem to be getting back my good water habits, these mini-goals are really helping!
-Tracked food on paper but no clue why it never made it to my food diary. Unable to post much most likely. Wanna work on that!
-Checking in here- when I realized it was already Tues. evening I knew I better jump back on here and check in and catch up with you all. .:flowerforyou:

Have a great Wednesday Friends!:drinker:

Desire
Keeping up on the computer really does take a lot of time from you. Please don't feel you HAVE to read all my posts. :-) sometimes I am a Chatty Cathy!! LOL Do what YOU need to do for YOU!! We are here for you but I TOTALLY understand when people just can't get here cus there will be days (like yesterday) that I can't be here, But it is VERY IMPORTANT that you do keep up with your Food Diary. BUT your Diary is "FOR YOU" so if it is easier to keep track on paper, please do what works for you. I did that for years!! good old paper! LOL In fact yesterday when we were at the Chinese, my hubby asked me, "aren't you gonna write it down"? Cus I usually write what I eat. But NOPE I was eating whatever I felt like. LOL

But then again, I am soooooooo BAD!!! :-) (((huggs)))

Good Morning! Just checking in to say, "Happy losing today everyone!" We're off to the next campground in Indiana. I'll check in if they have WiFi. Have a good one!
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Danlyn
Have a BLASSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSTTTTT Camping!! I love camping but hubby does not! :-( I wannnnnna join you!!

philosohoe

Just a quick check in tonight. Late work = protein bar for dinner.

1) Logged everything-check
2) Group check in- check even if quick
3) Better choice- "fresco tacos" instead of taco supremes for lunch (still filling even though my eyes didn't believe it would be)

Week's half over, and I'm still feeling motivated and on track. Thanks for all the support!!! Keep on truckin'!

missdeehere

Just a quick check in tonight. Late work = protein bar for dinner.

1) Logged everything-check
2) Group check in- check even if quick
3) Better choice- "fresco tacos" instead of taco supremes for lunch (still filling even though my eyes didn't believe it would be)

Week's half over, and I'm still feeling motivated and on track. Thanks for all the support!!! Keep on truckin'!

Yeaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!! You go girl!!!!!!!

KrisPage

Monday & Tuesday check in :

Have no idea what happened to the last two days, they flew by! :blushing: :ohwell:

-Did great on my workout goals the last couple days, 2 hr. workout yesterday, 3 hour today. Working to push for 5 days in a row each week, then weekends off for rest and catch up.
-Both days were good water days. I seem to be getting back my good water habits, these mini-goals are really helping!
-Tracked food on paper but no clue why it never made it to my food diary. Unable to post much most likely. Wanna work on that!
-Checking in here- when I realized it was already Tues. evening I knew I better jump back on here and check in and catch up with you all. .:flowerforyou:

Have a great Wednesday Friends!:drinker:

I love the app for my droid I can log as I eat or before to make better choices. there is one for iphone too and blackberry i think!! GREAT!!!! JOB!!!!!!

Hearts_2015

TOTALY FORGOT TO CHECK IN FOR THE LAST FEW DAYS

SUNDAY DRANK ALL MY WATER, ATE AT HOME, AND WENT TO SLEEP ON TIME
MONDAY DRANK ALL MY WATER, ATE AT HOME, BUT DIDNT GET TO GO TO BED ON TIME
TUESDAY DRANK ALL MY WATER, I WENT TO BED ON TIME, BUT I FORGOT MY LUNCH AT HOME AND I ENDED UP HAVING A CHICKEN SANDWHICH(I FELT SO CRAPY AFTER)

Loved to see you got all your water in on all 3 days! :drinker:

I can tell a huge difference when I get mine in vs. when I don't.

Hearts_2015

Monday & Tuesday check in :

Have no idea what happened to the last two days, they flew by! :blushing: :ohwell:

-Did great on my workout goals the last couple days, 2 hr. workout yesterday, 3 hour today. Working to push for 5 days in a row each week, then weekends off for rest and catch up.
-Both days were good water days. I seem to be getting back my good water habits, these mini-goals are really helping!
-Tracked food on paper but no clue why it never made it to my food diary. Unable to post much most likely. Wanna work on that!
-Checking in here- when I realized it was already Tues. evening I knew I better jump back on here and check in and catch up with you all. .:flowerforyou:

Have a great Wednesday Friends!:drinker:

I love the app for my droid I can log as I eat or before to make better choices. there is one for iphone too and blackberry i think!! GREAT!!!! JOB!!!!!!

Thanks Kris!:happy:

Hearts_2015

Weds Check in

All my goals went pretty good today, what a great feeling that is!

Plenty of water
Got everything logged
Got my 2 hour workout in
Checking in here with you guys before bed:yawn:

I think I'll call tomorrow (Thursday) a rest day, my body feels very fatigued after today and I think it needs a day off from the longer workouts.
Might get some stretching in or a bit of a light workout tomorrow instead.

KrisPage

13 cups of water today, little over calories and no real exercise still so much for 3 workouts before vacation. picked blackberries tonight yum!! Looks like it will be a great crop this year nearly a gallon on first picking.

blessedmomof8

:laugh: I was looking for the 'post' I made last night and I was so tired that I must not have hit the 'post reply' button. All I can say getting 3 hours of sleep and driving for 10 hours had me more tired than I have been in a long time!

I loved reading everyones post just now. Looks like everyone is keeping it real and having ups and downs. I love being on this journey with you all!

Days 3 and 4 for me.
Day 3 for me. . .
Goals (Tuesday)
1. Stay under in calories 6 days. (that excludes the day I go to Outback)~~ WAY WAY over!
2. Drink my 120 oz of water all 7 days. ~~ Got in 180oz, found out I drink alot while driving.
3. Zumba Monday and use my Mom's exercise equipment Wed - Fri.~~ N/A
4. Say NO at least 2 times a day Tue - Sat. (next Sun I'll start this goal again) ~~Realized today I passed a mcdonalds breakfast sandwich and cookies before bed.

Day 4 for me. . .
Goals (Wednesday)
1. Stay under in calories 6 days. (that excludes the day I go to Outback)~~ UNDER, and very thrilled with myself!
2. Drink my 120 oz of water all 7 days. ~~ YES!
3. Zumba Monday and use my Mom's exercise equipment Wed - Fri.~~10 minutes on an elliptical and I thought I was going to die!
4. Say NO at least 2 times a day Tue - Sat. (next Sun I'll start this goal again) ~~Pancakes and cookies before lunch

Everyone have a blessed tomorrow! :flowerforyou:

wanderinglight

Day 3 for me finished strong! Even went out for drinks with friends but because it was past 8pm I only had sparkling water.

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wanderinglight

Day 3 for me finished strong! Even went out for drinks with friends but because it was past 8pm I only had sparkling water.

1. NO EATING AFTER 8PM -- done
2. LOG EVERYTHING -- about to do this
3. DRINK GREEN TEA WITH ONE MEAL -- drank it by the gallon today
4. WALK ONE HOUR EVERY OTHER DAY -- I don't know if I can get this in. I did take a half-hour walk this morning but that was it! Eeep.

FabOma08

13 cups of water today, little over calories and no real exercise still so much for 3 workouts before vacation. picked blackberries tonight yum!! Looks like it will be a great crop this year nearly a gallon on first picking.

I've picked blackberries before! That can be a workout! Count it!!

FabOma08

:laugh: I was looking for the 'post' I made last night and I was so tired that I must not have hit the 'post reply' button. All I can say getting 3 hours of sleep and driving for 10 hours had me more tired than I have been in a long time!

I loved reading everyones post just now. Looks like everyone is keeping it real and having ups and downs. I love being on this journey with you all!

Days 3 and 4 for me.
Day 3 for me. . .
Goals (Tuesday)
1. Stay under in calories 6 days. (that excludes the day I go to Outback)~~ WAY WAY over!
2. Drink my 120 oz of water all 7 days. ~~ Got in 180oz, found out I drink alot while driving.
3. Zumba Monday and use my Mom's exercise equipment Wed - Fri.~~ N/A
4. Say NO at least 2 times a day Tue - Sat. (next Sun I'll start this goal again) ~~Realized today I passed a mcdonalds breakfast sandwich and cookies before bed.

Day 4 for me. . .
Goals (Wednesday)
1. Stay under in calories 6 days. (that excludes the day I go to Outback)~~ UNDER, and very thrilled with myself!
2. Drink my 120 oz of water all 7 days. ~~ YES!
3. Zumba Monday and use my Mom's exercise equipment Wed - Fri.~~10 minutes on an elliptical and I thought I was going to die!
4. Say NO at least 2 times a day Tue - Sat. (next Sun I'll start this goal again) ~~Pancakes and cookies before lunch

Everyone have a blessed tomorrow! :flowerforyou:

Awesome job!! You knew you'd go over 1 day, and you planned for it. How fabulous you're getting with saying NO!!!

FabOma08

Report Day 3

1. Get up on time in the morning, no more than 1 snooze! Slept late this morning, but it was planned so it's not late. Up most of the night with an injured puppy!
2. Spend at least 1 hour a day on a home improvement project worked on organizing kids play area
3. Minimum of 30 minutes a day exercise Got a little time in on the elliptical and 2 walks
4. Vitamins daily!Yes! 2 days in a row! Amazing! 3 days!

Hearts_2015

Day 3 for me finished strong! Even went out for drinks with friends but because it was past 8pm I only had sparkling water.

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Terrific job wanderinglight :drinker:

shapestocome

Wednesday check-in:

1. Eat only one "treat" after dinner 150 calories or less (only if cals available) Yes! Didn't have one!
2. Stay at or below 1400 net calories. Yes!
3. Drink at least 6 8oz glasses of water a day. NO -- only had 4 :frown:

I will get my water in today - I will drink it all before I "allow" myself a diet coke!

Great job everyone! Keep up the good work!

sheridyz

My wednesday goal report looks good:

1. Log all calories - I didn't log here as I didn't have access to a computer. But I did keep track - I figure this counts too!
2. Drink 64 oz. of water - didn't quiet make this one
3. Exercise 3x - did 45 minutes of swimming! Felt great to get out there - just have to keep the trend going!

I've lost 2 lbs this week already - I'm super excited to keep going!!!

missdeehere

:yawn: so very tired :yawn: I sick & tired of being tired :yawn:

I will be going back to work in a few weeks, totally unrested.

Traveling to Pittsburgh wasa nightmare today! TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC & MORE TRAFFIC!!:sad:


DID OK TODAY........UNTIL TONIGHT!! TOO TIRED TO EXERCISE & TOO STRESSED FROM THE TRAFFIC THAT I NEEDED A SWEET TREAT!! :-( :explode:


My THURSDAY Strive for Five

1. Keep 5/6 Food Diary # ✔✔NOPE!!
2. No Nighttime Nuts ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔✔No Getting Nuts AGAIN!!
3. 30 min walking/exercise) ✔✔✔✔ NOPE!!
4. 25 Crunches on ball or bed (my way) ✔✔✔✔On my Bed!
5. Daily Check-in ✔✔ ✔✔HELLLLLLO!!


I hope everyone had a better day then I did........... goodnight:yawn:

mrogers52

Sorry your day was so awful Dee:sad: Hope tomorrow will be better.

My Wednesday and Thursday were good!

Drank at least 10 cups of water each day

Logged food and exercise each day

Stayed below calories each day

Heading back to work next Thursday, August 4th. I am a librarian/media specialist in an inner city school in Phoenix, Arizona. I teach in a K-3 building.

Hearts_2015

Sending you lots of hugs tonight Dee!:flowerforyou:

Hearts_2015

Sorry your day was so awful Dee:sad: Hope tomorrow will be better.

My Wednesday and Thursday were good!

Drank at least 10 cups of water each day

Logged food and exercise each day

Stayed below calories each day

Heading back to work next Thursday, August 4th. I am a librarian/media specialist in an inner city school in Phoenix, Arizona. I teach in a K-3 building.

Looks like you've had some good days in a row! I imagine Summer goes quite fast when you are off for the Summer. Wow, so hard to believe it's nearly time for kids to head back.

Hearts_2015

My wednesday goal report looks good:

1. Log all calories - I didn't log here as I didn't have access to a computer. But I did keep track - I figure this counts too!
2. Drink 64 oz. of water - didn't quiet make this one
3. Exercise 3x - did 45 minutes of swimming! Felt great to get out there - just have to keep the trend going!

I've lost 2 lbs this week already - I'm super excited to keep going!!!

:drinker:

Hearts_2015

Thursday check-in:

Logged EVERYTHING and I do mean EVERYTHING.:blushing: :sad: But I do feel good it all got logged.
Now to drink water by the gallons to help with that food log. :drinker:
Today was my rest day and boy I didn't realize how much I needed one! So listening to my body is working:happy:

Looking forward to Friday getting here.

philosohoe

Hello Thursday Check-in!

1) Logged everything--under calories, but WAAAAAY over on sodium. However, I think sodium will be one of next week's goals. It's definitely something to keep my eye on, but since I'm still getting used to the idea that I WILL survive on just 1400 calories a day, I think I'm not quite ready to start "fine tuning" every little thing juuuust yet. :ohwell:

2) Group check in--I don't spend a lot of at home time on the computer (can't check chat boards at work), but I really like catching up on everyone's posts. The encouragement that everyone gives is so heartwarming that I just feel reassured that this group is EXACTLY where I'm supposed to be. :flowerforyou: Thank you, you Fabulous, FABULOUS PEOPLE!!

3) Make a better choice--well, having too much sodium at lunch & at dinner probably negates a lot, but I did buy a diet soda for lunch and dumped it to drink water instead. Not a huge win, but I'll take it anyway. :laugh:

That's it for me tonight. Early to bed & hopefully sleep to follow quickly. Goodnight!

wanderinglight

Hello Thursday Check-in!

1) Logged everything--under calories, but WAAAAAY over on sodium. However, I think sodium will be one of next week's goals. It's definitely something to keep my eye on, but since I'm still getting used to the idea that I WILL survive on just 1400 calories a day, I think I'm not quite ready to start "fine tuning" every little thing juuuust yet. :ohwell:

2) Group check in--I don't spend a lot of at home time on the computer (can't check chat boards at work), but I really like catching up on everyone's posts. The encouragement that everyone gives is so heartwarming that I just feel reassured that this group is EXACTLY where I'm supposed to be. :flowerforyou: Thank you, you Fabulous, FABULOUS PEOPLE!!

3) Make a better choice--well, having too much sodium at lunch & at dinner probably negates a lot, but I did buy a diet soda for lunch and dumped it to drink water instead. Not a huge win, but I'll take it anyway. :laugh:

That's it for me tonight. Early to bed & hopefully sleep to follow quickly. Goodnight!

Sodium and sugar is what I struggle with! Seems I can never quite get it under the MFP recommendations!

wanderinglight

My Day 4 checkin!

Felt absolutely great today!!!

1. NO EATING AFTER 8PM -- check!
2. DRINK GREEN TEA WITH MEALS -- oopsie, didn't do this
3. LOG EVERYTHING -- done!
4. WALK ONE HOUR EVERY OTHER DAY -- just couldn't swing it, but I knew I wouldn't be able to today. My plan is to finish out the weekend with three workouts in a row.

sheridyz

Thursday Check in:

1. Log all calories - I did this but was disappointed in myself. My sweet tooth got the best of me yesterday. It wasn't horrible but I would have stayed in my calorie limit if I would have just cut out one!

2. Drink 64oz. of water - made it!
3. Exercise 45 minutes 3x/week - Got 35 minutes in. I can't believe how out of shape I am! Baby steps though - I'll get there!