VERTICAL CHALLENGERS! Home to all shorties out there. (OPEN)

Shellitz

I am up for the activity challenge - would love to include both minutes and cals burned, that gives us two focus points and anyone that is carrying any injuries or is still working on building their fitness can still comfortably participate in some low end acticity but still aim for a minute goal

I'm pumped!

Saffyra

Just dont make us do 60 push ups a day. That was so brutal I had to quit before I hurt myself. Every other day would have been more sensible. That was an October challenge I decided to join. I dont think I'll tell them I didnt do them but I will log my weight at least.

Anyway, shorties, I hope all is going well and the scale is moving in a downwardly direction for everyone!!

I'm almost finished with my 30DS and will post full weight loss and inches lost here in this thread. No pictures sadly. I'll have to take some while on vacation. I wish I'd taken a photo to do before and after but oh well

My husband loves kettlebells and he got me a kettlebell about a year ago for a "gift". I didnt use it much since I didnt have any workouts to go with it but now I do! I got Jillian's Shred It DVD and will be starting that when I get home from vacation.

I decided not to take my scale on vacation. I'm bringing a lot of food with us so I know what I will be eating. Good hiking food! I'll probably get more exercise this coming week than I normally do so I'm already anticipating jumping on the scale after its over.

I'm doing better at getting close to 1200 calories a day while still staying away from fast food, pizza, cake, pie, brownies, candy, etc etc.

Also I cannot frigging wait to see 139 on the scale. Thats still a super high weight for me but at least its OUT of the 140's. I'm so close (140.4) and I hope I get to see it before I leave.

We are doing this, girls!!! It can be done and we are doing it!

TooFatToFit

Just dont make us do 60 push ups a day. That was so brutal I had to quit before I hurt myself. Every other day would have been more sensible. That was an October challenge I decided to join. I dont think I'll tell them I didnt do them but I will log my weight at least.

Anyway, shorties, I hope all is going well and the scale is moving in a downwardly direction for everyone!!

I'm almost finished with my 30DS and will post full weight loss and inches lost here in this thread. No pictures sadly. I'll have to take some while on vacation. I wish I'd taken a photo to do before and after but oh well

My husband loves kettlebells and he got me a kettlebell about a year ago for a "gift". I didnt use it much since I didnt have any workouts to go with it but now I do! I got Jillian's Shred It DVD and will be starting that when I get home from vacation.

I decided not to take my scale on vacation. I'm bringing a lot of food with us so I know what I will be eating. Good hiking food! I'll probably get more exercise this coming week than I normally do so I'm already anticipating jumping on the scale after its over.

I'm doing better at getting close to 1200 calories a day while still staying away from fast food, pizza, cake, pie, brownies, candy, etc etc.

Also I cannot frigging wait to see 139 on the scale. Thats still a super high weight for me but at least its OUT of the 140's. I'm so close (140.4) and I hope I get to see it before I leave.

We are doing this, girls!!! It can be done and we are doing it!

When exactly are you leaving? Since you're going to be hiking, all day I assume, you'll probably be hungrier. I hope you let yourself eat a bit more...exercise + fresh air + vacation = starving! At least for me.

Saffyra

I'm going to eat Subway every chance I get while on the long drives and I'm bring tons of snacks like nuts, popcorn, protein bars, yummy fiber one bars, and even some homemade beef jerky. I'm bringing sandwich fixing's for peanut butter and jelly and turkey and harvarti sandwiches.
So yes, I will be eating plenty! And I'm not even bringing a measuring spoon for the peanut butter :O I will try not to go overboard and will try to get on and log on my husbands Iphone if I can.

Leaving Saturday early early.

MrsBlobs

*Whispers*
It's very quiet in here......(a pin drops)
I can only assume it is because you are all very busy working hard to meet or beat the challenge...?
*Whispers*

krm0789

Here's a random post to break the silence: I've found that my kitty is a great workout motivator. She'll sometimes give me kisses mid-pushup, and loves to sneak underneath me mid-plank. When I feel out of steam but my only options are crushing the kitty and holding the position a little longer, well, I have to endure it!

mrs_n0rris

Heheehee my Pom pup does the same thing. Tries to lick my face while in the down position of crunches and generally bugs the crap out of me when I'm at his level (read: on the floor).

On a different note, I think I'm going into hibernatin mode with all the cool weather. I NEED to make sure I get out/exercise every work day. Now I work from home so it's easy to get wrapped up in work and home stuff and then not leave the house all day.

mrs_n0rris

double post, sorry!

MegSommer

Here i am! 5 ft, 148 lbs )

horaks

Hello,

Is it too late for me to join?

I'm 46 5'1-last weight in was 188-GW 150, and then some!!Lives in Spokane WA?

I need a group to join to keep me on top of it

Shori~

Saffyra

Welcome, new girls!

My two rat terriers also love to kiss my face while I'm doing push ups and crawl under me like its a cave or the perfect place to lay down and sleep.
I have to keep them out of the room because they are way too distracting!

MrsBlobs

Hello and welcome - no, never too late to join! We have a rosta here, fill out what ever info you are comfortable with.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AlcJqG9B3Q27dFRGRTRYMHNoQ3U2R2FRbnpoeDItcHc&hl=en_US#gid=0

Those highlighted in blue are the ones taking part in the challenge that was/is to lose 3lbs by 14th October. The next challenge looks set to shape up as a burn/exercise type challenge. So pop your name on and visit regularly to see what the next challenge will be!

Talking of motivating pets, I also have one of those. He's a cross breed which we are not sure what to call him - either a Frise-Poo or Bichon-Doodle called Patch. He's six months and a proper fluff ball, when I'm doing planks I get my face smothered, it's not that pleasant to be honest. I've started shutting the door as I just can't concentrate when he's sticking his tongue in my eye!

LosingJenn

I would love to join. I am 5'0" I have lost almost 40 pounds and weigh 190 now. Trying to get to 115. Struggling with this.

L2M1D52

Hey everyone!

I hope everyone is doing well today! It's a lovely day over here in Indiana, (US). It's suppose to go up to 80 degrees.

I figured to get to know each other we could share something with one another that isn't fitness related or food related. I can start.... I love horror movies, but never get scared. I can't wait to see Paranormal Activity 3 in the next few weeks:happy: ... along with that I love watching shows like Forensic Files, 48 hours. I'm in the Forensic Psychology field and love watching documentaries or reading up on people like Charles Manson, Ed gein, etc. However, I do not like the scripted shows like CSI. Sorry to anyone who does :blushing: . What's somehting you'd like to share with us?

Esterlily

Wow! I'm 5'2" and feel like a giant compared to the posts I've read!!

Esterlily:flowerforyou:

DebbieEdwards1020

I'm 5'3...am I too tall to join?

L2M1D52

Hello new members!

I would like everyone to fill out the roster as you feel comfortable. On the top of the roster we have four names in red, which are the lovely co-leaders in no particular order.

Not everyone has to participate in the challenges. However, I would love for everyone to still provide at least their profile name. In addition, to separate those who are participating and those who are not, I would like for people participating to highlight their name in blue, while people not participating highlight their name in purple. Our first challenge is to lose 3 lbs by Oct. 14, as the challenge began Sept. 14. Thank you!


https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AlcJqG9B3Q27dFRGRTRYMHNoQ3U2R2FRbnpoeDItcHc&hl=en_US

MrsBlobs

Hi Laloquita!

Some personal info....hmmmm....I would gladly leave my husband for Shemar Moore, Eminem or Robert Pattinson (as Edward, he looks a bit crusty in real life). I love Sponge Bob, he's so happy and positive and learns his lessons when he's wrong. He loves his work and will allways help anyone - he just makes me smile.
I'm a nurse but I don't shout about it, last time I went out someone else mentioned my job and I honestly thought this lady was going to show me her bottom boil there and then in the pub!

cindy0716

I'm a nurse but I don't shout about it, last time I went out someone else mentioned my job and I honestly thought this lady was going to show me her bottom boil there and then in the pub!

I know what you mean !! I'm a Physician Assistant and people always asking for medical advice. I hate to give it, in case I'm wrong. And it's not like I'm evaluating them.

stephr2014

Starting Challenge weight was 164
Current weight: 160.8 Total loss>3.2
The only thing that upsets me is that i've been trying to get out of the 160's for what seems like for ever! I need to break out of the 160's :grumble:

adidrea

I hope it's not too late to join! My name is Adi and I'm 23 years old and am 5'3" tall. I just saw the challenge but I remember my weight on September 14th so I think I can still do it.

I'm excited to join you all on this weight loss journey!

L2M1D52

Hi Laloquita!

Some personal info....hmmmm....I would gladly leave my husband for Shemar Moore, Eminem or Robert Pattinson (as Edward, he looks a bit crusty in real life). I love Sponge Bob, he's so happy and positive and learns his lessons when he's wrong. He loves his work and will allways help anyone - he just makes me smile.
I'm a nurse but I don't shout about it, last time I went out someone else mentioned my job and I honestly thought this lady was going to show me her bottom boil there and then in the pub!

Haha, I was in looooove with Eminem before and I also think Robert Pattinson is pretty nice on the eyes. My celebrity crushes right now are Ryan Reynolds and Adam Levine from Maroon 5. I think I go through phases.

I know what you mean by not brodcasting what field you are in.... whenever I say Forensic Psychology they think I'm either doing crime scene investigations which is something completely different, or the first thing that pops up is "Are you psycho-analyzing me?" I too can have a normal conversation without analyzing people lol. What area of nursing are you in?

Seminolegirl97

Count me in, I'm 5'! Love this....

LosingJenn

Personal info:
I am getting my PhD while working full time and taking care of my husband of 12.5 years and my 3 kids! It's tough but I LOVE it!

MrsBlobs

Grr, I meant to quote and I didn't, hang on....

MrsBlobs

Starting Challenge weight was 164
Current weight: 160.8 Total loss>3.2
The only thing that upsets me is that i've been trying to get out of the 160's for what seems like for ever! I need to break out of the 160's :grumble:

You are at 160.8!! That is really good! Don't play it down, celebrate it! Keep going as you are and you'll be where you want to be soon enough!

MrsBlobs

Personal info:
I am getting my PhD while working full time and taking care of my husband of 12.5 years and my 3 kids! It's tough but I LOVE it!

Serious kudos to you there. That's not easy.

Ittee

Here's a random post to break the silence: I've found that my kitty is a great workout motivator. She'll sometimes give me kisses mid-pushup, and loves to sneak underneath me mid-plank. When I feel out of steam but my only options are crushing the kitty and holding the position a little longer, well, I have to endure it!

what a great motivation to be in proper form and stay strong!!

Ittee

Seems as though some of us shorties have little dogs too. My pomerian is so white and tiny my daughter named her "Marshmallow". I feel like an idiot the past 11 years (my she's getting old) yelling "Marshmallow" in the neighborhood or dog park for her.
I'm a teacher, don't watch many shows or go to see the movies. I'm addicted to books however (not exercise friendly). My husband is 6'2", and with me at 4'11", my fully grown teenage girl at 4'9", and then two much younger others, he is a giant among munchkins.

Shellitz

Some personal info....hmmmm....I would gladly leave my husband for Shemar Moore, Eminem or Robert Pattinson (as Edward, he looks a bit crusty in real life). I love Sponge Bob, he's so happy and positive and learns his lessons when he's wrong. He loves his work and will allways help anyone - he just makes me smile.

i love Spongebob too - who wouldn't love to live in a pineapple under the sea! And I just want to give squidward a big hug and tell him it'll be ok haha.