Motivated Momma's Week 5 (closed group)

renubhat_82

Today I got 2 points, could walk only a mile at the gym... I am sore today, i think its because i think i hurt my knee joint the other day at the gym (actually i neglected it from past 2 days and continued my workout).. But today is kinda really bad... and my quads are also bit sore (no idea why..heheh)

Anyways, I am gonna rest for tomorrow and will be back on track on sunday again.. However I will go for a leisurely walk tomorrow.. :-)

NewLife_11

Hey girls! Just an fyi: Caleb is very sick so I may not be on much for the next few days. I'll keep track of my points and add them as I can but my little monkey man is taking pretty much all of my attention right now.

Also I got a note from Amy that she is computer-less and on the verge of a sinus-related-hostile-takeover so she won't be on much either but will log on when she is able.

Talk soon!
Lynda

Take care of your little one, hope he feels better soon! We will be thinking of you guys and here when you need us!

NewLife_11

Today I got 2 points, could walk only a mile at the gym... I am sore today, i think its because i think i hurt my knee joint the other day at the gym (actually i neglected it from past 2 days and continued my workout).. But today is kinda really bad... and my quads are also bit sore (no idea why..heheh)

Anyways, I am gonna rest for tomorrow and will be back on track on sunday again.. However I will go for a leisurely walk tomorrow.. :-)

Take it easy Renu, listen to your body. I hope your knee feels better.

amyelizbradley

Sorry about missing yesterday; just couldn't do it :sick: ... hope everyone is well! Here's my Th. & Fri.

TH. 10/20 (posted on MM thread & on spreadsheet)
CARDIO (12 points total + bonus):
Weekly Mileage Goal = 18 miles
Part 1, miles (5 pts. if goal + bonus) = 2 miles
Part 2, intervals x 3 days (1/3) = yes
Part 3, logging on spreadsheet x 4 days (1/4) = no

STRENGTH (6 points total):
none

FOOD/ NUTRITION ( 1 point + bonus):
quick/ easy/ portable snack recipe (0/1)= none (yet)
vote Tu. (winner gets bonus 1 point) = n/a

EMOTIONAL (sick today- blech)

TOTAL for today = 1

FR. 10/21 (posted on MM thread & on spreadsheet)
CARDIO (12 points total + bonus):
Weekly Mileage Goal = 18 miles
Part 1, miles (5 pts. if goal + bonus) = 5 miles
Part 2, intervals x 3 days (2/3) = yes
Part 3, logging on spreadsheet x 4 days (2/4) = yes

STRENGTH (6 points total):
reverse crunches (1/1) = yes
sit-ups (1/1) = yes

FOOD/ NUTRITION ( 1 point + bonus):
quick/ easy/ portable snack recipe (0/1)= none (yet)
vote Tu. (winner gets bonus 1 point) = n/a

EMOTIONAL
STILL thinking...

TOTAL for today = 4

amyelizbradley

Today I got 2 points, could walk only a mile at the gym... I am sore today, i think its because i think i hurt my knee joint the other day at the gym (actually i neglected it from past 2 days and continued my workout).. But today is kinda really bad... and my quads are also bit sore (no idea why..heheh)

Anyways, I am gonna rest for tomorrow and will be back on track on sunday again.. However I will go for a leisurely walk tomorrow.. :-)

Make sure that you stretch post workout! Also, if you can, check out using a foam roller; it does wonders for sore muscles!
Wishing you the best-

amyelizbradley

... it felt great! So for exercise and food today, I would say a pretty good day!

Yay! So awesome!

amyelizbradley

I have really been working my butt off this week, looking for a big number on wednesday...I just feel like i've gotten myself into a rut and im doing everything I can to get out of it. That and I think that TOM is coming because my weight decided to fluctuate over 4 lbs the last couple of days...and im determined to beat him!!!

Way to re-frame and dig in! LOVE it!

amyelizbradley

This week's goals

Cardio - 2500 calories
Walking - 8 miles/approx 13km (that's right - I'm Canadian! 3 cheers for the metric system! :laugh: )

Love those Canadians!

amyelizbradley

I was a little shocked that I saw this number. I have been fighting a nasty sinus infection and have not exercised much. I am so ready for it to go away. I would really like to get back into my exercise routine.

Take care my friend; I am battling the sinus crud too (sucks); just continue to hydrate, take hot steamy showers, use a netty pot everyday, and rest (as much as life will let you).

amyelizbradley

Emotional
My unique qualities...hummm had to think about this. At first I was going to say that I am creative, since I love to sew, and not to brag but I'm pretty good at it. I'm also a good cook, which is also creative, but not what I would consider UNIQUE. So, for unique qualities I would have to say I'm deteminded and resourceful.
Now, as for how do I use these qualities to help others........? I'll get back to you on that.

Ummm, you share GREAT, "resourceful" advice on MFP...

I have a suggestion: I asked my close friends; really hard for me to do but I was surprised and blessed by their answers.

amyelizbradley

Momof2_0710 (Jennifer) and amyelizbradley (Amy) Congrats to you both on your huge losses this week, amazing!!!!:drinker:
4.1% is so Fantastic!!!

THANKS!!!

amyelizbradley

Today was a bad day for eating! I made all the wrong choices, but tomorrow is a new day and I will do way better! I plan on getting to the gym early in the morning and then going for a long walk with the little man to the park.

Abolish the words "bad" & "wrong"- you just made choices that were not what you planned; trust me, the shift in "inner language" helps. And you will continue this journey with all the awesomeness that is you!

amyelizbradley

Hey girls! Just an fyi: Caleb is very sick so I may not be on much for the next few days. I'll keep track of my points and add them as I can but my little monkey man is taking pretty much all of my attention right now.

Also I got a note from Amy that she is computer-less and on the verge of a sinus-related-hostile-takeover so she won't be on much either but will log on when she is able.

Talk soon!
Lynda

Sorry to hear about your boy; it's so tough on a mom when their babies are sick!

And thanks for posting the reasons for my absence!

amyelizbradley

I wanted to increase my calorie intake from 1200 to 1400, but im finding it really hard to raise the calories.. Any suggestions on this pls (i eat only veggies and fruits)??

As well as adding nuts ( I love cashews), I've started drinking a protein shake to help increase my calories and protein. I know you only eat fruits and veggies, not sure if whey would work with that, maybe a soy protein powder? I have heard of a protein powder made from chick peas, don't know what its called though (not much help).

NO soy please! Soy is a difficult protein for the body to utilize and it there are loads of reasons why it's actually bad for you! Whey or Pea protein is great; just check the label. Arbonne sells an awesome pea protein that I use but you have to buy it through a consultant. Also, if you are interested, I can dig up some resources I have on soy; good luck!

amyelizbradley

Today was a pretty good day.. Spent one hour in the gym walking and running (I am not good at running though).. I got through those 50 reverse crunches in 2 sets.. So completed 5/13 miles (with intervals), 8 more to go..yay!!!

Had been library and got one of the Jillian videos and I am set to start from tomorrow.. Have never done her videos before.. I just saw the first part and it was ok.. lets see how it goes.. :-)

I do like Jillian for the most part; check out her regular podcast-radio show- it's free on iTunes and she has great advice/ information/ guests!

♥Amy♥

Cardio: Possible 12 points + Bonus miles in Part 1
Part 1- Walking 12 miles is my goal 5pts + bonus mile points

Part 2- Interval training or workout for 3 days this week--Completed

Part 3- Logging-Completed today

Strength: Possible 6 points

Wednesday: 1/1 point
100 Crunches

Thursday: 1/1 point
50 Reverse Crunches

Friday: Still have to do
50 Pushups

Weekend: Still have to do
100 Squats

Monday: 1 point
100 Lunges (50 per leg)

Tuesday: 1 point
50 Sit ups

Food/Nutrition: Recipe-Still need to do

Emotional: Possible 5 points

Saturday points-1 point for logging, will make up strength tomorrow.

LoveNevrNds

It has been a super busy few days here! I am getting ready for a week long vacation to sunny California!! Too bad the walking challenge doesn't extend to Friday because we are going to Disneyland and will be doing a ton of walking that day! Anyway, here are my points for the last two days.

Cardio: Possible 12 points + Bonus miles in Part 1
Part 1- Walking 8 miles is my goal 5pts + bonus mile points

Part 2- Interval training or workout for 3 days this week 2/3pts

Part 3- Logging 2/4pt

Strength: Possible 6 points

Wednesday: 1/1 point
100 Crunches

Thursday: 1/1 point
50 Reverse Crunches

Friday: 1/1 point
50 Pushups

Weekend: 1 point
100 Squats

Monday: 1 point
100 Lunges (50 per leg)

Tuesday: 1 point
50 Sit ups

Food/Nutrition: Recipe 1pt

Emotional: Possible 5 points


Thursday points = 4 point for two days of interval and one strength and one logging!

renubhat_82

Today was a pretty good day.. Spent one hour in the gym walking and running (I am not good at running though).. I got through those 50 reverse crunches in 2 sets.. So completed 5/13 miles (with intervals), 8 more to go..yay!!!

Had been library and got one of the Jillian videos and I am set to start from tomorrow.. Have never done her videos before.. I just saw the first part and it was ok.. lets see how it goes.. :-)

I do like Jillian for the most part; check out her regular podcast-radio show- it's free on iTunes and she has great advice/ information/ guests!

thanks..will check.. :-)

daisyelaine

Hi guys-- had a busy day today, as we went in to the city to visit some family, and pick up a few things-- luckily I got a workout in this am ( 4 miles walk slim with intervals[ doubled back and did and extra mile too]) because just as we were leaving our location ( Michael's Polo Park) the football game ended across the street and we were stuck in traffic for a good 45 minutes, and we didn't get home until late! Everybody handled it well though.. ( well, in my vehicle anyway.. there were some serious road ragers out there today!!) so it was fine.

Cardio: Possible 12 points + Bonus miles in Part 1
Part 1- Walking 15 miles -5pts + bonus mile points - 9/15 miles done

Part 2- Interval training or workout for 3 days this week 2/3 points

Part 3- Logging 3/4pt

Strength: Possible 6 points

Wednesday: 1/1 point ( done thursday)
100 Crunches

Thursday: 1/1 point
50 Reverse Crunches

Friday: 1 point/ point- done 1/2 friday, 1/2 Sat
50 Pushups

Weekend: 1/1 point
100 Squats

Monday: 1 point
100 Lunges (50 per leg)

Tuesday: 1 point
50 Sit ups

Food/Nutrition: Possible Recipe 1pt

Emotional: My purpose is to use my enthusiasm and compassion to motivate, educate and support other women to know themselves and their self- worth and feel empowered and strong in healthy, safe, loving environments.


Thursday Points- 9 for logging, strength(2), emotional and intervals.

renubhat_82

Yesterday we went for shopping to buy some formal wear as I need to attend some job fairs and interviews in this week.. I was looking through the women's section but couldn't find really good ones.. So I started looking in the juniors section and liked few of them, so I thought will try it on and it was a perfect fit..lol.. But then there was some damage in the outfit, so didn't buy it.. But yes, I am happy I tried it and it was fitting fine..:-)

daisyelaine

5 miles done today-- only 1 more left till I hit my goal for the week!

LoveNevrNds

Food wise, not the greatest day, but it is ok. I have been traveling from Idaho to California, so choices were not that great. Now that I am here though I will do much better! Hope everyone is having a great weekend!!! I still have 6 miles to go before I meet my goal! I am going to get the stroller out and make my sisters walk with me at least 2 miles tonight.

Cardio: Possible 12 points + Bonus miles in Part 1
Part 1- Walking 8 miles is my goal 5pts + bonus mile points

Part 2- Interval training or workout for 3 days this week 2/3pts

Part 3- Logging 3/4pt

Strength: Possible 6 points

Wednesday: 1/1 point
100 Crunches

Thursday: 1/1 point
50 Reverse Crunches

Friday: 1/1 point
50 Pushups

Weekend: 1 point
100 Squats

Monday: 1 point
100 Lunges (50 per leg)

Tuesday: 1 point
50 Sit ups

Food/Nutrition: Recipe 1pt

Emotional: Possible 5 points


Sunday points = 1 Woohoo!!!

renubhat_82

Completed 2 more miles, so total of 7 miles completed from 13.. Im gonna do some Leslie walking tonight , probably 3 more miles.. :-)

renubhat_82

Indian festival (Festival of lights or what we call as diwali) begins and we have to prepare so many types of sweets.. So I am gonna try to control myself to only one sweet per day.. I know its going to be hard, but will try my best.. We are also supposed to buy something new and I bought a Woolen top for myself and just love it.. So I am going to be busy from tomorrow as the festival lasts for 5 days starting from tomorrow.. I have bought those flickering lights and we are going to decorate the house with lights and lots of prayers follows.. Also, I am going to burn my calories cooking and cleaning as well... Also, if I was in India I would be flooded with gifts as this festival is very special for newly married and this is our first year too.. I will try to be online, but will be cooking most of the times..lol

♥Amy♥

Cardio: Possible 12 points + Bonus miles in Part 1
Part 1- Walking 12 miles is my goal 5pts + bonus mile points (I did another 1.5 miles today, so I have a total of 8/12 miles done)

Part 2- Interval training or workout for 3 days this week--Completed

Part 3- Logging-Completed

Strength: Possible 6 points

Wednesday: 1/1 point
100 Crunches

Thursday: 1/1 point
50 Reverse Crunches

Friday: 1/1 point (did today)
50 Pushups

Weekend: 1/1 point (did today)
100 Squats

Monday: 1 point
100 Lunges (50 per leg)

Tuesday: 1 point
50 Sit ups

Food/Nutrition: 1/1 point (below)

Emotional: Possible 5 points

Sunday points-3 points (2 strength and 1 for recipe)

My to-go recipe is actually oatmeal waffles. Most people wouldn't consider it an item that you'd take to go with you, but we're strange like that, so we put peanut butter on top and eat them. My husband takes them to work almost every morning and eats them while driving and Caeleb would eat them constantly if I let him. Here's the link to the original recipe: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/oatmeal-waffles/detail.aspx, but my changes are as follows:

Half whole wheat flour & half all purpose flour
added Vanilla extract
added milled flaxseed
added 2 mashed bananas

*I also omitted salt, eggs, and butter

Before adding peanut butter to the top, they came out to 121 calories per waffle and these are big ones that are more dense (due to the whole wheat flour, so more filling).

NewLife_11

You all are doing fabulous! TOM is here and I am feeling completley unmotivated, so here is to a better day tomorrow! I will catch up on all my info then. Have a great night.

losinit_4_good

Hi ladies!

I'm baaa-aaack!

CAleb is finally feeling more like himself. He came down with a case of aby measels last week. Thankfully, the type he had (rosella) is not the scary-potentially-lifethreatening-meningititis-causing ones. Just the pathetic-runa-crazy- high-fever-and-cling-to-Momma-for-3-days-ones. Now that his fever broke he hsa broken into a mild rash but he is past the point of being contagious so he was able to go to daycare this morning and I am back at work (and thus back on MFP ) He seemed to be in really good spirits and back to his normal, sunny self yesterday so I am hoping that he does well at daycare too.

I have been keeping up with this weeks challenge and will post my points on the spreadsheet today.My "calorie" burn has been sucking cuz I haven't done my hard workout since CAleb got sick and despite my best intentions I was way too tired this morning to wake up and let JM kick my butt into shape. I'll try to get er done this evening - we'll see how the day goes.

Foodwise, I've been umm... not great? Friday I succombed to some serious emotional eating (my baby was sick!) but I pulled it together for the rest of the weekend and managed to control the urge to overeat. Still made a few less than stellar choices (ahem... big mac for lunch on Sunday) but still. stuck to my guns and skipped the fries because I was full. Not great but could have been a lot worse.

Thanks to all who sent me sweet little notes over the last few days. I may not have responded right away but I really appreciated knowing that you were thinking of me and my boy while we were down :flowerforyou:

Happy Monday everyone!
Lynda

circusmom

Here is my recipe:

PB&J Fruit Roll-up Sandwich
1 flour tortillas (7 inch)
1T peanut butter
1T jam or jelly
1/2 banana
strawberries (we leave these out if they are not in season. not good with frozen)
2T low fat granola

Spread peanut butter over half tortilla, top with jelly.
Slice bananas and strawberries, place over PB&J. Sprinkle with granola
Roll burrito style, slice in half.
Ready to go!!

bella_babe_86

These are my points for saturday, I was out with my nephew all day at an air show for his birthday so LOTS of walking but not alot of time to get on here!

Cardio: Possible 12 points + Bonus miles in Part 1
Part 1- Walking 12 miles is my goal 5pts + bonus mile points (8/12 miles done)

Part 2- Interval training or workout for 3 days this week 2/3pts

Part 3- Logging 2/4pt

Strength: Possible 6 points

Wednesday: 1/1 point
100 Crunches

Thursday: 1/1 point
50 Reverse Crunches

Friday: 1/1 point
50 Pushups

Weekend: 1/1 point
100 Squats

Monday: 1 point
100 Lunges (50 per leg)

Tuesday: 1 point
50 Sit ups

Food/Nutrition: Recipe 1/1pt

Emotional: Possible 5 points


Saturday points-1 for strength

Sunday was a bust, I didnt do anything, TOM is here just as I suspected, but I refuse to let it get me down!!!

LoveNevrNds

Well... I am on vacation right now in California. I am finding a hard time motivating myself to workout. I want to, but don't have the drive to actually do it. Help!!! What do you do for exercise while you are on vacation and don't have access to a gym??