Hubba Hubba for the Holidays! (CLOSED GRP) - YES!!
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...gmomlyn i am soooo envious of your consistent losses but also proud of you for sticking it out and working so hard every week...great work......
Thanks for the kind words. I'm just very lucky that the weight is coming off fairly consistently. But just this afternoon, I was thinking how hard this whole weight loss journey is, and feeling a bit sorry for myself that I have to work at losing the weight in the first place! The exercise part I have down, no problem. It's the eating.....especially the portion control.....that is still a challenge for me. I keep finding myself in the kitchen looking for a snack. Then, when I cook something for the family, or my Girl Scout troop like I did tonight, especially if it's something I really like.......I have to really be mindful of just how much I'm serving myself. Boy, do I wish I didn't have to do that! Years ago I could eat as much as I wanted, and never worry about gaining weight. Not so anymore. So it's a challenge for me everyday to make not only good choices but to be especially mindful of those portion sizes. So far so good.
BTW....I see from your weight loss ticker that you already lost so much weight! Wow....good for you! And....I hope you have a super good loss to report next week especially since you've been working hard at it! Have you peeked at the scale at all these past 4 weeks? If it were me, I probably would have caved and snuck a peek by now. I'm like a little kid....not knowing would drive me crazy!
Lyn0 -
BTW....I see from your weight loss ticker that you already lost so much weight! Wow....good for you! And....I hope you have a super good loss to report next week especially since you've been working hard at it! Have you peeked at the scale at all these past 4 weeks? If it were me, I probably would have caved and snuck a peek by now. I'm like a little kid....not knowing would drive me crazy!
Lyn
i went to jenny craig on 9/29 and had measurements done and jumped on the scale then too...on their scale 4 days after i reported 174.2 i was at 176??? i have jumped on the scale at the Y once during this time but it was after a workout and water and food at the end of the day and i was right around my 174 from the end of september...
i actually gave MY home scale to my neighbor after i weighed in at the end of september so i have NOOOO idea what it will read on the 31st...i'm excited and nervous but honestly it WILL NOT DEFINE ME....i have done everything right this month with food and exercise with an occasional treat and at this point right now the number on the scale will not tell me where i'm at...i just started a 1/2 marathon training program where i'm building up my distance for the princess half marathon at the end of february....i started the new rules of lifting for women program that will last me 6 months....i'm counting on getting toned and lean and if the scale moves it moves if it doesnt oh well, i'm doing the work and in the end that is ALL that matters to me...i am sooooo happy i have come to this point after almost 4 years on this journey....being able to recognize my strengths and my successes FAR OUT WEIGH what the damn number is on the scale....and besides, lol, i'm constantly having people tell me i dont look like i'm in the 170s so you know what, who cares what i weigh if i dont look like what i weigh lol....if that makes sense....
i wish you all the best this week and hope you have fabulous losses.....0 -
Challenge Goal Weight: 185
09/05: 210
09/12: 208.4
09/19: 205.4
09/26: 208.3
10/03: <<<mini goal weight 204>>>206.2
10/10: 204.6
10/17: 206.2
10/24: 205.00
10/31: <<<mini goal weigh 198t>>>
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<mini goal weigh 192t>>>
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: <<<challenge goal weight 185>>>
Hey everyone, sorry that I missed weigh in! i had an unexpected trip out of town and no scale to weigh in on! Looks like there were some good losses this week.
kcthatsme: I am flying out to Vegas tomorrow and will be gone again for next Monday's weigh in. Should I post my weight tomorrow to replace next Mondays (31st)?
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julidav - Good news about your mom and yay for being able to sleep in your own bed. :-)
Amandajean1105 - Yes. Please post your weight tomorrow.
bellamia88 - Yes, time for a new scale. :-) Maybe you are actually lower in your weight than you think. If not, here are my ideas...
1. Make sure you are consistently eating more that 1200 calories a day (unless you're zig-zagging) and that you are definitely staying in all of your green numbers. Even for carbs, fats, protein and sodium.
2. Zig-zag your calories like this: http://www.simplysixpacks.com/calorie-calculator/
3. Make sure you drink at least 6 cups of water a day. More is better.
4. Since you are exercising, do you eat some of your exercise calories back? That works for some.
5. Take a good quality prenatal multivitamin. Sounds odd, I know. I read it somewhere and it seems to help. The one I use is called Belly-Bar and it's chewable. I order it online from Vitacost. I also take 5000 mcg of Biotin. I think the one I get (from Vitacost also) is by SelectSource and is also chewable.
6. Stay away from alcohol. It lowers your metabolism by something like 75%. I don't remember how long it lowers it but you don't need that problem right now.
7. Try upping your calories. I have had weight loss stall by eating too little as well as stall by having my calories a little too high.
Since you have already lost weight, I would really suggest you go back to those weeks that you were losing consistently. Make a spreadsheet where you input your daily calories, daily water, daily workout time and what it was, how much you lost in that week. Go back to doing exactly what you were doing during those weeks and see if your weight will start dropping again. Good luck! Please, get a new scale. I have #5.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/bestsellers/hpc/344746011/ref=pd_zg_hrsr_hpc_1_5_last0 -
Good Luck for all weigh in's for this coming Monday!
Challenge Goal Weight: 185
09/05: 210
09/12: 208.4
09/19: 205.4
09/26: 208.3
10/03: <<<mini goal weight 204>>>206.2
10/10: 204.6
10/17: 206.2
10/24: 205.00
10/31: <<<mini goal weigh 198t>>> 203.8 (weighed in on 10/27)
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<mini goal weigh 192t>>>
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: <<<challenge goal weight 185>>>0 -
Well, I am taking an exercise break for the rest of the week. I need a few days to reboot my body. Hours at work have been bordering on the insane, and I allowed myself to put bad stuff in my body that hasn't been there for a long time. To compensate for the bad things I ate and drank, I did extra workouts and ended up getting super dehydrated at work night before last (combination of coffee and diet soda and no water all night). I haven't been sleeping like I need to, or allowing my body time to recover. So I'm trying to have a few good days of super good foods and only water and green tea, and getting some rest. Hopefully I'll be back on track beginning of next week.0
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Doing good this week, watching calories, exercising everyday.
Friday night dinner out as usual and Saturday Pot Luck dinner
with friends. Food, food, food and don't forget the alcohol.
Temptation here I come.0 -
09/05: 212.8
09/12: 210.0
09/19: 210.0
09/26: 207.6
10/02: <<<mini goal weight>>> 205 and I hit it - 205.0 on the nose today!!!!
10/10: 201.4
10/17: 200.8
10/24: 199.0
10/27: <<<mini goal weight>>> 195 - may or may not hit it, won't know until too late - going to be away from scale until Tuesday... so giving my current weight as 198.8 for this week.
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<mini goal weight>>> 185
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
ONE-DERLAND Here I am!0 -
Hi All! Sorry I've been so MIA. Life has been hectic to say the least.
I think a big part of why I've gotten off track (other than a lack of time & spreading myself too thin) - is stress. Both of my sisters have been expecting. In February of 2009, I almost lost my youngest sister to a severe hemorrhage following the birth of my niece. It was AWFUL. They had a priest in the room just as they rushed her out to the OR. Having them both expecting, the closer we were getting to the due date, I try not to think about it, but it's always in the back of my mind.
On the good news front, my one sis had her twins this week. All is well (for the most part). My nephew was born feet 1st, and swallowed a bunch of fluid along the way. They put him on IV antibiotics last night, and my poor sister is going to be discharged with 1 baby instead of 2 (so if anyone is of the praying / good vibes/thoughts type - I'd welcome any prayers for baby Liam). They get more results tonight to know if he has to have a 72 hour course of IV antibiotics, or a full week (which means he'll be in the hospital longer).
My other sister (the one that had the trouble in '09) is due any day now. I think I'll be able to relax when all mommies & babies are healthy & at home!
Thank you all for your ongoing support (and patience with my fluctuating participation).
Wishing you all a wonderful healthy weekend!
Hugs,
Amy0 -
Hi All! Sorry I've been so MIA. Life has been hectic to say the least.
I think a big part of why I've gotten off track (other than a lack of time & spreading myself too thin) - is stress. Both of my sisters have been expecting. In February of 2009, I almost lost my youngest sister to a severe hemorrhage following the birth of my niece. It was AWFUL. They had a priest in the room just as they rushed her out to the OR. Having them both expecting, the closer we were getting to the due date, I try not to think about it, but it's always in the back of my mind.
On the good news front, my one sis had her twins this week. All is well (for the most part). My nephew was born feet 1st, and swallowed a bunch of fluid along the way. They put him on IV antibiotics last night, and my poor sister is going to be discharged with 1 baby instead of 2 (so if anyone is of the praying / good vibes/thoughts type - I'd welcome any prayers for baby Liam). They get more results tonight to know if he has to have a 72 hour course of IV antibiotics, or a full week (which means he'll be in the hospital longer).
My other sister (the one that had the trouble in '09) is due any day now. I think I'll be able to relax when all mommies & babies are healthy & at home!
Thank you all for your ongoing support (and patience with my fluctuating participation).
Wishing you all a wonderful healthy weekend!
Hugs,
Amy
Praying for your sisters and their babies! Praying for you too! Hope you can relax soon and be stress free!0 -
Well, I am taking an exercise break for the rest of the week. I need a few days to reboot my body. Hours at work have been bordering on the insane, and I allowed myself to put bad stuff in my body that hasn't been there for a long time. To compensate for the bad things I ate and drank, I did extra workouts and ended up getting super dehydrated at work night before last (combination of coffee and diet soda and no water all night). I haven't been sleeping like I need to, or allowing my body time to recover. So I'm trying to have a few good days of super good foods and only water and green tea, and getting some rest. Hopefully I'll be back on track beginning of next week.
I hope you recoop and feel better soon! Take care of your body!0 -
Well, I am taking an exercise break for the rest of the week. I need a few days to reboot my body. Hours at work have been bordering on the insane, and I allowed myself to put bad stuff in my body that hasn't been there for a long time. To compensate for the bad things I ate and drank, I did extra workouts and ended up getting super dehydrated at work night before last (combination of coffee and diet soda and no water all night). I haven't been sleeping like I need to, or allowing my body time to recover. So I'm trying to have a few good days of super good foods and only water and green tea, and getting some rest. Hopefully I'll be back on track beginning of next week.
I hope you recoop and feel better soon! Take care of your body!0 -
Well it was a bad week, but my body has enjoyed the couple of days of rest. I did stay under my calories on the days I didn't exercise, so I'm hoping when I weigh in that I will have at least just stayed the same and not gained. That's all I ask Also will do a restart of week 7 of C25K starting tomorrow
I have decided to change my ticker to the weight that I have lost altogether since I started my weight loss journey instead of just since I joined MFP. I figure I have worked hard to lose that weight, I want to see it on my ticker too!0 -
holy moly----somuch right now........just think good thoughts............positive energy.........i will be sending all the good vibes/prayers i can for all of the moms, babies, you and the medical staff........let us know how things are doing and what you need.....Hi All! Sorry I've been so MIA. Life has been hectic to say the least.
I think a big part of why I've gotten off track (other than a lack of time & spreading myself too thin) - is stress. Both of my sisters have been expecting. In February of 2009, I almost lost my youngest sister to a severe hemorrhage following the birth of my niece. It was AWFUL. They had a priest in the room just as they rushed her out to the OR. Having them both expecting, the closer we were getting to the due date, I try not to think about it, but it's always in the back of my mind.
On the good news front, my one sis had her twins this week. All is well (for the most part). My nephew was born feet 1st, and swallowed a bunch of fluid along the way. They put him on IV antibiotics last night, and my poor sister is going to be discharged with 1 baby instead of 2 (so if anyone is of the praying / good vibes/thoughts type - I'd welcome any prayers for baby Liam). They get more results tonight to know if he has to have a 72 hour course of IV antibiotics, or a full week (which means he'll be in the hospital longer).
My other sister (the one that had the trouble in '09) is due any day now. I think I'll be able to relax when all mommies & babies are healthy & at home!
Thank you all for your ongoing support (and patience with my fluctuating participation).
Wishing you all a wonderful healthy weekend!
Hugs,
Amy
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Hi All! Sorry I've been so MIA. Life has been hectic to say the least.
I think a big part of why I've gotten off track (other than a lack of time & spreading myself too thin) - is stress. Both of my sisters have been expecting. In February of 2009, I almost lost my youngest sister to a severe hemorrhage following the birth of my niece. It was AWFUL. They had a priest in the room just as they rushed her out to the OR. Having them both expecting, the closer we were getting to the due date, I try not to think about it, but it's always in the back of my mind.
On the good news front, my one sis had her twins this week. All is well (for the most part). My nephew was born feet 1st, and swallowed a bunch of fluid along the way. They put him on IV antibiotics last night, and my poor sister is going to be discharged with 1 baby instead of 2 (so if anyone is of the praying / good vibes/thoughts type - I'd welcome any prayers for baby Liam). They get more results tonight to know if he has to have a 72 hour course of IV antibiotics, or a full week (which means he'll be in the hospital longer).
My other sister (the one that had the trouble in '09) is due any day now. I think I'll be able to relax when all mommies & babies are healthy & at home!
Thank you all for your ongoing support (and patience with my fluctuating participation).
Wishing you all a wonderful healthy weekend!
Hugs,
Amy
first of all my prayers for your sisters and all the babies....hope all goes well...try and take care, maybe a few minutes of breathing exercises, a bit of a walk(nothing major, since im sure you dont have the time with your own family)sitting for a minute(even in your car)alone, will help you destress....take care:flowerforyou:0 -
I think a big part of why I've gotten off track (other than a lack of time & spreading myself too thin) - is stress. Both of my sisters have been expecting. In February of 2009, I almost lost my youngest sister to a severe hemorrhage following the birth of my niece. It was AWFUL. They had a priest in the room just as they rushed her out to the OR. Having them both expecting, the closer we were getting to the due date, I try not to think about it, but it's always in the back of my mind.
On the good news front, my one sis had her twins this week. All is well (for the most part). My nephew was born feet 1st, and swallowed a bunch of fluid along the way. They put him on IV antibiotics last night, and my poor sister is going to be discharged with 1 baby instead of 2 (so if anyone is of the praying / good vibes/thoughts type - I'd welcome any prayers for baby Liam). They get more results tonight to know if he has to have a 72 hour course of IV antibiotics, or a full week (which means he'll be in the hospital longer).
My other sister (the one that had the trouble in '09) is due any day now. I think I'll be able to relax when all mommies & babies are healthy & at home!
Amy
Oh my, Amy! LIfe is stressful for you right now! Sending prayers your way for baby Liam and his family.....and for your other sister. Keep us posted!
BTW....was the other twin a girl or a boy?
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This is my first gain since starting this challenge, I was really bummed about it but then I had a NSV. I've had my "skiiny jeans" in my closet for quite a while. Well today I decided to pull them out and try them on, the 18 was way to big, the 16 fit better but still loose. I'm exited about that! I didn't meet my 2nd mini challenge, but after today I feel much more focused and I want to achieve my goal!
09/05: 231.3
09/12: 227.3
09/19: 226.4
09/26: 225.3
10/03: 225.1 Mini Goal 226
10/10: 223.5
10/17: 222.2
10/24: 221.3
10/31: 222.0 Mini Goal 221
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: Mini Goal 216
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: Final Goal 210
Good Luck Ladies, and Happy Halloween : ]0 -
Well even after spending a more restful week and not working out for half a week ( but I did stay under my calories), I was hoping to at least just come out even. What a pleasant surprise!
09/05: 152
09/12:150
09/19:148
09/26:148.3
10/03: <<<>>>144
10/10:144
10/17:140.3
10/24:139.3
10/31: <<<>>>137.1
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<t>>>
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: <<<>>>0 -
nwholer~ It's okay, keep up the good work!
scarlettdawn764- That's great! I have noticed that the day after I take a rest I tend to have a decent drop.0 -
Thanks! I clearly needed the rest. I'm thinking that since I only have 7 more pounds to lose, doubling up C25K and 30 Day Shred may be too much for me considering the hours I work. I'm going to ease back into things this week by restarting week 7 on C25K and then adding a bit of strength training. Jillian may be too much at this point lol, she is fierce.0
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Also Shick I have to say thank you. I think at least twice now you've had something positive to say in response to my posts. It's always nice to get feedback and encouragement, and this is such a great place for that. I read in a fitness magazine somewhere that support on a website like this is way more effective than in person support!0
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Scarlett- Yes, Jillian is fierce.I am on day 7. This is my first time doing 30ds. I am pretty sure 25 lbs. ago I couldnt have made it this far.0
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09/05: 182
09/12: 180.6----1.4 lbs lost!
09/19: 180.0---0.6 lbs lost!
09/26: 180.0 holding steady......
10/03 180.6......no goal, but not bad for TOM and sick kids....<<< goal 176t>>>
10/10: 180
10/17: 177.8 ( 2.2 this week
slow and steady..)
10/24: 178... ( up 0.2 ,but ok.....)
10/31: 178.2< goal 176>>>
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<goal 170>>>
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: <<<goal 165t>>>
I REALLY WANT A LOSS THIS WEEK>>>>>
time to evauate my goals/obstacles and figure out how to get where i want and whst is stopping me.....
feel free to keep me accountable gang.....
good luck everyone.......
peace to you all
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09/05: 178
09/12: 178(disappointed)**
09/19: 176***YAY!!!
09/26: 177(I AM SOOOOOOO FRUSTRATED)
10/03: 177(mini goal not MEET)
10/10: 176.5
10/17: 176.5
10/24: 177.5
10/31: 175.5
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<>>>
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: <<<>>>
i cant believe it i lost 2.5lbs YAY!!!!...when i read slow and steady, and now know what they mean...SLLLLLOOOOOOWWWWW
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Sorry I've been so silent. I'm actually out of town visiting my sweet granddaughter! I will be home some time tomorrow but probably won't have the chart up until some time on tuesday since I'll have a visitor tomorrow night. I've read what's been written and I have lots of comments but they'll have to wait until I'm home. Thinking of you all and wishing the best for you! Happy halloween!0
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Posting my first gain ever since starting this back in January. I guess it was bound to happen.
09/05: 211.0
09/12: 209.0
09/19: 207.2
09/26: 207.0 Um.. annoying
10/03: 207.0 Super annoying!
10/10: 203.4
10/17: 201.0
10/24: 201.0 Beer Fest Weekend.... Don’t even want to look! Going to hold it here until next week
10/31: 203.0
11/07: <<< be in Onderland dammit>>>
11/14:
11/21:
11/28:
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24:
<<<challenge goal Lose 25lbs >>>0 -
Challenge Goal Weight: 163.6
09/05: 179.6
09/12: 182.4
09/19: 178.8
09/26: 176.8
10/03: 172.4 (mini goal was175.6)
10/10: 172.4
10/17: 172.4
10/24: 172.4
10/31: 170.8 (mini goal was 171.6)
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<mini goal weight 167.6>>>
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: <<<challenge goal weight 163.6>>>0 -
09/05: 173 SW
09/12: 172
09/19: 174.6
09/26: 173.8
10/03: 172 Didn't reach mini goal <<<mini goal weight>>>165
10/10: 174.6
10/17: 175.6
10/24:175
10/31: 171.2 <<<mini goal weight>>>155
11/07:
11/14:
11/21:
11/28: <<<mini goal weight>>>145
12/05:
12/12:
12/19:
12/24: Goal weight 140 or less0 -
Down 3 pounds for me. :happy: Didnt make it to my goal this week, but that is ok. 163 for me!0
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