Bombshell Betty's (closed group)

nomerebutterfly

Ok, well went to the gym already before I saw the exercise challenge, but I did all upper body today, so I guess it evens out.

I'm already a label reader, so no problem there. I don't eat a lot of processed foods, and I don't add a lot of salt to my food.

Unfortunately, my bath tub is not functional. I'll figure out another way to please myself, um, I mean, yeah. . .

Girl, I know. I know. :P

jls1311

Just did my check in measurements. Kinda scary. I sure hope I lose some pounds and inchs

mistyb47711

Oh you ladies wait until next week....This week Im giving everyone time to meet their buddy and settle in. Prepare to Work next week

14u2nv4ever

Week 1


Rows are done I do them when I do JM 30 day shred

Will be looking at the labels more closely. I try to do that everytime that I do my shopping.

I will be taking a long bubble bath and read a book afterwards.

foxieboxy

Alrighty! I did the exercise challenge- do we do this every day? Also- does watching True Blood count as 'me' time? lol. I'll weigh in tomorrow morning!

Thanks for hooking me up with KRKMFP- she seems great!

I soooo second True Blood being "me" time!! LOL

Erika

foxieboxy

It's so awesome to be part of group!! Today was the first week back at school for my students. I went back last week, but I'm a little worried about handling workouts, etc with school starting. I was fortunate to be able to focus totally on my fitness goals over the summer -- first time since my kids were born (11 years ago), so it's been a long time coming. The summer was easy, but getting into a new routine is a little challenging, but I refuse to go back to the way things were 4-6 months ago!

Exercise -- I'm planning on doing rows Friday (that's my arm day)

Nutrition -- I was NOT looking at Sodium only calories, fat, and sugar. I am now looking at Sodium -- it's a sneaky little devil!

Mind/Body - I have not consistently taken time for myself. I did start some me time this summer, and I'm hoping to continue it. It certainly makes me a happier person. Today I stopped by the gym on the way home and almost an hour to myself -- does that count?

Hope yall have a great night!

rae_mayer

I got my row done for the night! I'm thinking I will do longer sets next time since I did 3 sets of 10 with 5lb weights and I didn't really notice the burn. The last time I had a trainer (several months ago) he had me doing sets with 15lbs. Maybe I'll do this at the gym with larger weights.

DeeBear

Okay so did the rowing and also did 45 minutes of cardio. I have read labels for a long time. And my me time is talking to all of you before I go to bed. Have not heard anything from my buddy

mistyb47711

Okay so did the rowing and also did 45 minutes of cardio. I have read labels for a long time. And my me time is talking to all of you before I go to bed. Have not heard anything from my buddy

I need to know everyone that has not heard back from their Buddy???? DeeBear I got you and I sent a message to your buddy to see if she is still with us.She has not checked in on the check in link either...

Amber393

Me! But you know that already. No word from her.

mistyb47711

This is everyone that has checked in with the check in form.......



noonoo757
jingly
Mistyb47711
nomerebutterfly
Amber393
amarie_1508
onehecticmom
melusinagr
bonniehoskins
sfalk1977
VendettaMachine84
bhurley1424
msimonof
vold94
djenna8girl
tatabanana
cklbrown
suziq2you
ebelliss
clong1985
paxetamore
lmmgmm
teamLeela
karenzephyr
Jenasylum
jingly
Mary_Kate
rissuhbissuh
josette26
KimberlyBryant
ansley1

FaithsVegWorkout
rae_mayer
jls1311
14u2nv4ever
deebear73
foxieboxy

mistyb47711

I will go through the list tomorrow morning and email the one's that have not and see if they are in or out.......then go from there.

FaithsVegWorkout

I will go through the list tomorrow morning and email the one's that have not and see if they are in or out.......then go from there.

I haven't heard from my partner. I sent her a message and friend request.

amarie_1508

Hello Team,

Hope everyone is having a great week so far. I am so happy to be part of great group.

Fitness Challenge: I have noticed that since I have started losing weight that I really need to tone up more. So I have started doing weight machines at the gym at least 3-5 times a week. Today I started the arm rows (2 reps with 5lbs) I hope to build up to 8 or 10 lbs).

Nutrition Challenge: Since May I have become a little obsessed (in a good way) with calories and have recently started paying more attention to food labels. My concern for this challenge is to lower my sodium intake and drink more water. I need to find more lunch recipes with less sodium. I was shocked when I found out how much sodium is in ham and soups!

Mind/Body Challenge: I love to read. Trying to finish my current book and start a new one within the next couple of days. I may even get a new haircut to update my look.

Good luck to all my fellow Bombshell Betty's on their weightloss journey.

onehecticmom

I got my workout in tonight. We did upper body with kettlebells and they had rows several times... only 1 arm rows, but rows all the same. I do watch calories, read labels & try to pick the best choice when comparing foods... but sodium is a tough one. I don't add it to anything, but it is everywhere. I was still over today, but only a little - 213 I think. That is as low as I have ever been.

Me time... that's a tough one. I guess my me time is now. Everyone is off to bed, DH is at work & I have a few more minutes before I will crawl into bed myself. I do get a monthly massage. DH insisted I join a massage membership - Massage Heights. LOVE it. I go for an hour massage once a month, & can add extra massages for really cheap.

Thanks misty - this is awesome. My buddy is great as well

vold94

Ok, I just also want to say just like everybody else that this is definitely the best group I have join since being a member of MFP. My buddy Ansley1 is great as well. I feel like we've already became friends, too bad we live so far away from each other!

Anyway, didn't think I was going to get a workout in today due to I wasn't feeling well this morning. But by late afternoon I started feeling better. Did 74 minutes of cardio burning 635 calories with HRM and I also did my 3 sets of 10rows with 5 pound weights. I use 15 pound weights when I'm doing Chalean Extreme, but figured I'd use lighter for this. So exercise challenge met for today.

Nutrition: I do watch labels, but today I was over in both sodium & a little on the fat. I know it was because I actually made a box of processed potatoes for supper, which I usually try not to. Also I ate more bread today than I usually do and ham and cheese. So that's all my sodium added. UP as somebody else said, I don't add salt to my food, I hate it, but it creeps up on me anyway. Tomorrow I"m watching even more closely on how much sodium I take in.

Me time: I have to say the only me time I got today was lying down while I was feeling ill this morning while my son was a summer school. Also my workout time is usually my alone time, and my shower!

Talk to you all tomorrow!

paxetamore

And my me time is talking to all of you before I go to bed.

me too! and btw, luv ur profile pic!

disclaimer:
I have been on a jury all month in August ,and it has emotionally and mentally drained me. I was getting up in the morning to do some yoga and strength training then having cardio in the afternoon. It has been a struggle lately to do this :embarassed:
On top of that, had to call the police on my neighbor upstairs beating up his girlfriend at 4 o'clock this morning, so not much sleep happening for me either :sad: the good news is that jury should be done soon, and hopefully help the girl upstairs stay safe.

Fitness - I have some 2lb weights and look forward to working this into my morning routine.

Nutrition - I read labels constantly! I am trying to lower my sodium intake and increase my fiber intake, so will continue that plan. Also, I am trying to cut back on evening cocktails; although, you wouldn't know it lately :explode:

Mind/body - I have lots of me time, and I love cruising this site an hour before bedtime. A long hot bath does sound relaxing with a cup of chamomile to soothe the soul!

And it's always great to meet new folks, if you would like to add me as a friend :flowerforyou:

cklbrown

I did the rows today. I used 5 lb weights which are a little too light for me now, but they are the best I have. I try to do at least 30 minutes weights and 30 minutes calisthenics daily in addition to 60 minutes cardio. Most days I can do it. When school starts I imagine I will have to become a more responsible adult and put spend less time exercising.

tatabanana

Hey guys! Did the rows after my cardio this morning which is jogging/walking...definitely need more sets/ more weight on the rows.. Labels - I read them all the time, am a total spaz about 'em. My 3 1/2 year old is always asking me to hurry up! And then, my me time is after everyone goes to bed... surf net/watch dvr shows....sleep! Definitely need to ramp up the pampering, lol.

Sad note: No word from my BB Buddy. Rejected on MFP! lol. I know we are all busy. But this is my gauge, I am a logger inner. Thanks! Will submit wrist/forearm numbers next. Night night.

julieannebyrom

Morning all

and how are we all doing? My husband has a day off work today and he is going to buy hand weights - got to love the encouragement :happy: He will be taking our wee boy to Karate class tonight so I will have some girl time with my daughter who has just turned 3, I'm looking forward to it! I've already walked 2 miles this morning on my way to work and will fit in another couple on my way home then hopefully do the 30 day shred. I love this challenge

Hope you all have a great day.

J

TeamLeela

Good morning. Just wanted to jump on before the day got away from me.
1) I won't be able to do the exercise challenge, as today I meet with my trainer and we will do plenty of upper body moves.
2) I eat pretty much the same things, so I know the labels pretty well. I'm going to check my bp at the Y today to make sure its still normal.
3) I go to zumba today, it is my escape. I get lost in the movements and the music, so that is my mind/body/spirit connection for today. During zumba, nothing else seems to matter. And then Im ready to face the rest of the world (and the shower) after I'm done!

everyone have a great day. I wish you lots of success!

TeamLeela

I hope you don't mind, I decided to add the link to the bottom of the page so I don't have to search for it every time. I was just wondering, is this going to be one continous board or will you create a new topic for week 2, 3, and 4 ?

mistyb47711

I hope you don't mind, I decided to add the link to the bottom of the page so I don't have to search for it every time. I was just wondering, is this going to be one continous board or will you create a new topic for week 2, 3, and 4 ?

This will be the board for the full 4 weeks...that link you have is for check ins....the link to the thread is this one:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/post/new/324032-bombshell-betty-s-closed-group

Amber393

I'm very excited to start! Yesterday was a bad day so didnt get to check in...had to make a side trip to the emergency room when my little daredevil decided to try and fly from the top of the slide!

Oh oh. Is the daredevil okay?

DeeBear

Lost a pound. Have not heard from my buddy yet. Almost feel like I am whining for everything that you have done for us Misty. Have a GREAT day. I know I am going too. Oh also I messed up with the forearm measurement. My forearm measurement is 9", not 14". I would have looked like Popeye with that forearm measurement. HeHe

mistyb47711

Lost a pound. Have not heard from my buddy yet. Almost feel like I am whining for everything that you have done for us Misty. Have a GREAT day. I know I am going too.

DeeBear.....go ahead and buddy with tatabanana...she has not heard from her buddy either......If they come then I guess they will have to wait but I have messaged both your buddy's so we will go with plan B that way you both have support right now

Amber393

Fitness Challenge: I'll get this in during the 4 hour off time between splits

Nutrition: Waiting until Saturday since that'll be grocery day! I might go on to the farmer market too!

Me: I read a bit from the book I got from the library. The one currently I'm perusing through is A Waist Is a Terrible Thing to Mind: Loving Your Body, Accepting Yourself, and Living Without Regret

Geesh that's a long title! LOL but it's real good so far and has questions at the end of each chapter that you can answer on your own or as part of a discussion group.

Anywho I gotta get something to eat and start getting ready for the day. Will check in with all of your lovely ladies through the day!

mistyb47711

I will go through the list tomorrow morning and email the one's that have not and see if they are in or out.......then go from there.

I haven't heard from my partner. I sent her a message and friend request.

Im going to go ahead and buddy you up with bonniehoskins....she has not heard from her buddy either, that way you both have support now

mistyb47711

Again.....................if you have heard from your partner but she has not checked in please check in here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dHVJazNva2NaSUtWbFYwMjlLT2lwTGc6MQ

If you have not heard from your partner at all and she had not checked in please let me know........



Betty’s that HAVE checked in:
noonoo757

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jingly
Mistyb47711

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Amber393

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nomerebutterfly

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amarie_1508

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Jenasylum
onehecticmom

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bhurley1424
melusinagr

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teamLeela
bonniehoskins

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FaithsVegWorkout
sfalk1977

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paxetamore
VendettaMachine84

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msimonof

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vold94

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ansley1
djenna8girl

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tatabanana

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deebear73
cklbrown

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suziq2you

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foxieboxy
ebelliss

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josette26
clong1985

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rissuhbissuh
lmmgmm

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rae_mayer
karenzephyr

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knkmfp
Mary_Kate

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KimberlyBryant
jls1311

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14u2nv4ever
mushroom17

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onehecticmom

I'm very excited to start! Yesterday was a bad day so didnt get to check in...had to make a side trip to the emergency room when my little daredevil decided to try and fly from the top of the slide!

will be checking in and stuff tonight..I'm sooo excited to begin

How's the little one? Sounds like my boy, although we have not had anything yet... fingers crossed. This is a shocker to me as just yesterday he walked along the back of my cough like a tight rope... it's not up against the wall either. I am just waiting for an emergency to happen. The only issue we has was when his sister dislocated his shoulder. She decided to drag him through the kitchen. The dr said it was common for little ones since their bones were not fully developed yet. He popped it back in with no troubles. BUT, as we were leaving, he got his hand stuck in the electric sliding door (again, because his sister hit the handicapped button to open the door into the lobby after I told her not to. He put his hand on the glass behind the door, and she came running in the lobby & the door opened right over his hand. Door stuck on his hand. Nurses came running out to help and we went right back in for an x-ray. Still excaped that one without any broken bones.

Anywoo. Morning off to a great start. I am down another .2 pounds. Yes, I weigh in every day... it's addictive, I can't help it. Tonight is kickboxing, love this class. Plus, it's hump day, that's always a plus.

Hope everyone has a great day