THE Team - Week 3 - 2/20/09

lulubar

Okay, margolis and zano - if you'll avert your eyes, I need to discuss something with the ladies:blushing:

Okay girls - I need advice. I am having serious issues with my left shoulder. I really think this is due to wogging and not having enough support to stabilize the weight of the upper body if you get my drift:ohwell: I have tried double sports bras, sport and regular together, a minimizer and sport together - and my shoulder is seriously killing me - and I haven't wogged in several days because of it. The pain starts between my left shoulder blade and my spine and ends in the top of my shoulder (down into the joint). I think it is from the weight that digs into my shoulder when I try running. If you have any, any, any advice - please pm me. I am just desperate to address this so I can continue to wog.

I ended up not going to the trace today:frown: I got a killer headache and could not get rid of it!!:explode: This evening it started lightening up so I got on the treadmill, but could only do 12 minutes because of my stinking shoulder:grumble: Heeeeeelllllp meeeeeeee! (was that pitiful enough??)

chantybear

Lulu - Thanks!! Yes, it felt great...since now I have 4 pairs of jeans to wear instead of 2..haha

cmriverside

Okay, margolis and zano - if you'll avert your eyes, I need to discuss something with the ladies:blushing:

Okay girls - I need advice. I am having serious issues with my left shoulder. I really think this is due to wogging and not having enough support to stabilize the weight of the upper body if you get my drift:ohwell: I have tried double sports bras, sport and regular together, a minimizer and sport together - and my shoulder is seriously killing me - and I haven't wogged in several days because of it. The pain starts between my left shoulder blade and my spine and ends in the top of my shoulder (down into the joint). I think it is from the weight that digs into my shoulder when I try running. If you have any, any, any advice - please pm me. I am just desperate to address this so I can continue to wog.

I ended up not going to the trace today:frown: I got a killer headache and could not get rid of it!!:explode: This evening it started lightening up so I got on the treadmill, but could only do 12 minutes because of my stinking shoulder:grumble: Heeeeeelllllp meeeeeeee! (was that pitiful enough??)

wuwu - My last boss had an issue withher shoulder. I can't remember what it was called. My gramma also had bursitis. (My boss MAY have had bursitis, too). Apparently it commonly strikes caucasian middle-aged women. Not related to weight or exercise. You could have early arthritis. I'd say try Naporxen or Ibuprofen for a week, if no better , then the doctor. If it is a sports injury it should improve in a week. If it is something else......I'd see a doctor.

lulubar

bursitis, huh? :huh: I'm gonna look that up... I started an anti-inflamatory yesterday... I'll keep taking it for a few days. Thanks

cmriverside

bursitis, huh? :huh: I'm gonna look that up... I started an anti-inflamatory yesterday... I'll keep taking it for a few days. Thanks

Welcome. My boss had to do stretching exercises several times a day (lots of computer time) and would get steroid injections a couple times a year when it got really bad.

lulubar

Well, I just read several articles on bursitis - caused by repeated friction, hmmmmm like a bra strap digging repeatedly into the shoulder perhaps?!?!:grumble: Or, hmmmmm lot's of computer time transcribing?!?! :grumble: Who knew? Well, besides you and your boss and your gramma, I mean:huh: I'm gonna do some more research on this! Gotta fix it nowwwwwww :ohwell:

cmriverside

Well, I just read several articles on bursitis - caused by repeated friction, hmmmmm like a bra strap digging repeatedly into the shoulder perhaps?!?!:grumble: Or, hmmmmm lot's of computer time transcribing?!?! :grumble: Who knew? Well, besides you and your boss and your gramma, I mean:huh: I'm gonna do some more research on this! Gotta fix it nowwwwwww :ohwell:

For what it's worth, my gramma was a very large woman, with a large bust - and a stay at home wife with a fairly large house.She got no other exercise.

My boss was 5'11" and rail thin, 54 yrs old with two youngish (11 and 13 boys.) They were pretty active, the whole family. But she had lots of desk and computer time.
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healthymom2009

Hi, guys.

Boy are we all on different schedules!

stillkristi and adopt4 careful on that ellliptical! First time I was on one, I was like, "How do you make it go?" I love ellipticals, but they definitely take some practice, especially if you are new to exercise. They are all about balance and that takes some walking and strength training to develope.

stillkristi a big ole WOOT for your 11 lb loss. Keep doing what you are doing!

adopt4, cool that your clothes are getting loose. Since I don't own a scale, that is my guage for progress.

Christine, I am with you. The whole food prep thing just does nothing for me. Now that I know what variety of food I need, it is even more complicated. I'd be happy to eat the same thing every day (and often do). I think that's what you mean by "human food".

I went to see "Slumdog Millionaire" today and took the day off from exercise (except the 100-pushups challenge.)

:yawn: nite all.
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Just wanted to add my congrats on all the good news people have. When I started on the elliptical I nearly fell off too! :blushing:

yesterday I was so tired all day, didn't drink , didn't exercise, it was awful. :grumble: :grumble: What a difference today after eating healthy and exercising. Totally changes your mood too.:happy:

Changes for the good: My sister saw my new profile picture on facebook and couldn't believe it. Have you lost weight? Your face looks thinner! lol That was my good news for the day. I too can't wait to fit into the smaller clothes that are lurking in my closet. Good thing summer is coming to Canada and we can start wearing shorts, etc. (And exercise outside - the treadmill does not have the same appeal).

nitag

What a busy day I've had..
I'm trying to catch up on all the posts for today..

Quick question, what is the crunch club??


Anita

gonabfit

I am still here lurking! Not feeling well though. Oh and I'm down to 148.4!!!!

Best of luck this week everyone:bigsmile: !

LosingIt4good

CM- I triple dog dare ya to post a shout out to those people who joined us and havent been heard from since. Also, you've done great with the goals for this month! I too have a weakness for baked goodies. I LOVE to bake and cook and today the kids were complaining because i havent made cookies in over 6 weeks. My oldest even broke out the blender and made peanut butter cookies which I am proud to say.. I only ate 1!

Lulu- Yaknow, its pretty funny you called me an exercise fiend cuz when Morgolis and I first got together I couldnt stand going to the gym. He went all the time and it drove me crazy because It was hard to plan stuff. Anyway, he now calls me a "gym rat" of which I SWORE would never, ever in a million years happen 7 years ago. Its funny how things change! If you had told me 2 months ago that I would be running 3/4 of a mile (all at once) at the gym I woulda laughed my butt off and asked what you were smokin. :laugh: As for the shoulder thing.... Im not sure. I would definitely stick with the anti-inflamatory if it feels muscular. Im 6ft tall and take 800mg every 6 hours when Im hurtin. Maybe even try alternating some heat and ice or a good epsom salt bath which works wonders for sore muscles. If its a joint issue, Id get it checked out right away. Definitely lay off the wogging until it feels better! My oldest daughter runs cross country and track so she might know of some tips for female runners & bust support but other than taping yourself down, I think you pretty much had that covered! :huh:

Chanty- Great job at getting back into the game!!!

Prayerful- Welcome back!!!!

healthymom- Ive had people tell me the same thing, it is VERY nice to hear from people who havent seen you for a while! Congrats!!

nitag- Not sure if you were referring to the sit up challenge or not. Its a website -http://www.twohundredsitups.com. Basically you start out doing as many situps as you can to find out how many you should do 3 days a week. Each week the numbers go up and after about 6 weeks you should be close to or at 200 situps.

stillkristi

Hi, everyone, first time to check in tonight. I had to watch the season finale of Leverage. HAD to. Sorry about the bursitis, lulu. I wish I had some ideas, but speaking as someone who at the age of sixteen was being confused with my brother, that particular problem has passed me by. Even as heavy as I am, I am only in a b cup. Its a real treat trying to find a 52 b. :blushing: Seriously, though, the headache part is a little concerning, at least I think it would be good to get it checked out.

LosingIt4good

I wish I had some ideas, but speaking as someone who at the age of sixteen was being confused with my brother, that particular problem has passed me by.

:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: omg.. that is awesome, I never woulda thought to describe it that way. We always called it the itty bitty titty commitee of which Im a life long member myself.. ^5 girl

LosingIt4good

Hey, just wanted to remind THE team that If you've lost some weight and are seeing your losses change (to being less or hitting a wall) then it might be time to check your MFP goals. I just updated mine with my current weight and it changed my calories to burn for exercise and knocked 50 calories off my food intake. Not a big difference, but still a difference...so thought I would throw the reminder out there to re-evaluate your MFP goals occasionally.

Also, when you go in and change your goals, it doesnt effect your ticker at all

stillkristi

Yep, member in good standing, right here! My mother (also a amember) used to say that she was grateful, because she didn't have to invest in fancy bras. :laugh:

Ya gotta love her! :bigsmile:

get_fit2009

lulubar, hope you are feeling better! Hurting is no fun and it zaps your energy. Nita, hope the baby is doing well.

Ok, I have had a baaad couple of days. My schedule has been crazy and so I did not plan ahead, and for me that spells disaster. CMR gave me some calming advice, so I am headed downstairs to pack my lunch and organize my day. Most of the craziness is over (for a couple of months anyway) from the high school basketball season. Then we start up with summer league.

Also, I didn't get to exercise yesterday. I am going to a step class before work this morning. Exercise seems to help me get back on track.

By the way, stillkristi, I don't like fancy bras either. They itch. :grumble: :laugh: (Sorry to our guy friends if that is TMI!)

Everyone have a great day and I will check in later. :flowerforyou:

nitag

Losingit, thanks, I was talking about the sit up challenge..

I so need to work the core section.. I feel thinner lmao ( don't look it yet) but I feel it.. my clothes sure are big.. My jeans wouldn't stay on yesterday so I am officially at 0 pants that fit me now.. size 20 gone - size 18 gone.. but size 16 a little to tight... What to do now.. Guess I am buying a belt to keep the jeans up but slacks.. Uh oh... wearing jeans to the office till I figure that out....


I have to admit, I am part of the biggestloserclub and you guys all so ROCK compared to them... I am staying in my team challenge there till it ends but honestly, I get so much more support here and it's FREE....... I did appreciate the books..

Losingit, I also updated my weight on my profile and I lost some calories and now I have to burn more :grumble: oh well... I am in this till the end... I also decided that I get so much support here that I changed my goal weight from 155 to 145... I am pretty sure I can do that, it might take time but you guys all make me feel like I can...

I wish I could remember everyone's name here, but I can't.. Once I start typing I lose the memory name thing :sad: but a BIG SHOUT OUT TO YOU ALL....

anita

nitag

lulubar, hope you are feeling better! Hurting is no fun and it zaps your energy. Nita, hope the baby is doing well.

Ok, I have had a baaad couple of days. My schedule has been crazy and so I did not plan ahead, and for me that spells disaster. CMR gave me some calming advice, so I am headed downstairs to pack my lunch and organize my day. Most of the craziness is over (for a couple of months anyway) from the high school basketball season. Then we start up with summer league.

Also, I didn't get to exercise yesterday. I am going to a step class before work this morning. Exercise seems to help me get back on track.

By the way, stillkristi, I don't like fancy bras either. They itch. :grumble: :laugh: (Sorry to our guy friends if that is TMI!)

Everyone have a great day and I will check in later. :flowerforyou:

Kole is doing well... He is a fighter... He is still a very sick little guy but he is still here. They are x-raying his brain daily to make sure he has no brain bleeds, so far so good.. Thank you for thinking of him

IBTC {Itty bitty tittie commitie) - I wish I belonged... I was blessed with tatas lol.. I hate them... But I lost 4 yes 4 inches off them.. I have so many cute bras that I used to wear 8 years ago.. I saved them all - paid a lot of money for those puppies.. I am going to wear them again - even if they are outta style...:laugh:

adopt4

Ok ok I'm back, sorry, forgot to check in yesterday. So you've all been waiting for that big losing toe fat secret? It's.... drumroll... having lots of belly fat that refuses to go away. Ok so it's too early for me to think of something actually funny.

I can't wog or run, I have a bad knee. So if that's the secret, I'm screwed. I'm pouring myself into a smaller size jeans which fit perfectly except for the waist and that's really tight, because my waistline has not gone down AT ALL. I measured. NO CHANGE. Hips - lost another inch. WTH??

I am doing as much abs as I can. I keep upping it and it doesn't seem to work. Trainer told me I need to build muscle, well, I'm trying! So I guess it's just going to be stubborn on me.

Have to go to the gym early today cuz cable guy is coming at 10.

Yesterday I ellipticalled 11 mins. Whoo-hoo! Then upped my walking to 3.4. Which, again, I have shortie little legs so that's fast for me! But I'm excited to see that I can, geez, a few weeks ago I barely could do 2.5. Weighed myself today - hit my goal for the week already and then some! But I'll wait till Fri to officially log it in. But it's 3 pounds so far this week! Already changed my goals a week or so ago, so shouldn't have to do that yet...

nitag

Yesterday I ellipticalled 11 mins. Whoo-hoo! Then upped my walking to 3.4. Which, again, I have shortie little legs so that's fast for me! But I'm excited to see that I can, geez, a few weeks ago I barely could do 2.5. Weighed myself today - hit my goal for the week already and then some! But I'll wait till Fri to officially log it in. But it's 3 pounds so far this week! Already changed my goals a week or so ago, so shouldn't have to do that yet...

Adopt4, how tall are you? I am 5'4 and seriously I can't go over 3.5 on the speed on that dang treadmill. My short legs are going as fast as they can and I usually can only do that for a few mins then I have to decrease it.. I feel like I am walking o fast. The waist on me, same thing.. only have lost like 2 inches off it and 4 yes 4 on my bust... I was thinking that maybe the core exercises might help the waist line??? Anyone have thoughts on that???

lacijae

I just love how you guys are putting up pics! Its nice to see who Im talking too. :happy:

Lulu, yes I feel much better about the veggie garden. I cant wait to plant it this year!! So much cheaper to grow it than it is to buy all the produce at the store! I still have alot of cleanup to do in the yard area but the weather isnt looking too promising here. We'll see what this week brings. I noticed we are getting some grass sprouting in areas of the back yard that didnt fill in when we seeded last year. That was a nice suprise. Im gonna have to get some more grass seed and throw it out there since its obviously growing now! We have to get a new lawn mower, ours blew up.. lol.. so Im hoping it stays dormant for a while and just fills in the bare spots!

laci- great job on the wogging! I ususally wog 2-3 times a week depending on how I feel energy wise. This last week I was dead, but still managed to get in 2 really good woggs and it felt great afterwards. Keep it up girl! How do you like that ab lounge thingy? Do you feel it good? Is it hard? As Ive said, my abs are terrible, need to really work on toning them up.

I love it! It's just the fact that you have to get it out and use it. I bought mine about a year ago and it sat in my guest room for about that long :embarassed: . I have it in our living room now to remind me that it's there and I need to use it! It's very easy, and at the ripe old age of 20 i've inherited my family's notorious back problems. They're mild but I absolutely cannot get on a mat or floor and do crunches. This is also a great benefit of the ab lounge because its comfortable but still gets the job done :happy:

lacijae

Sorry I've been MIA for a couple days! Work, work, and more work :grumble: . And I'm fixing to go again lol so I just wanted to drop by and wish everyone good luck for the rest of the week. I'll have to go back and read all the posts (I'm like 3 pages behind though so I'll do that Friday when I'm off :laugh: ).

I also just want to be one of the millions to announce that this economy SUCKS! Keep South Arkansas in your prayers everybody. As of this Friday, we're fixing to be hit harder than ever. I'm just now starting to realize how bad this economy is. When it's not happeing at a great extent in your hometown, you just don't realize how big of a recession this is. Well this Friday one of our major companies is withdrawing completely from the South Arkansas area, causing over 7000 jobs to be lost. My dad was over a certain division there but luckily he has friends in other states that were able to get him a great job for another company. But to all these others, I don't know what's going to happen:frown: .

lulubar

Okay, I didn't wog this morning, but I went on a 40 minute off trail hike and it was fantastic! All that twisty-turny terrain gave my ankles and calves a real workout, then I came back to my neighborhood and walked around the block a couple of times with my 76 yo neighbor who kicked my butt!!:noway: He walks soooo fast I kinda had to jog a little from time to time to keep up with him - and no, he's not tall with a longer stride, he's a small man about the same height as me - 5"2":blushing: He finally said, "Well, nice strolling with you, see you later," and he took off at warp speed and left me in his dust!!!:blushing: :blushing: I feel soooo lame lol!:laugh: I'm gonna just say I was already really tired from hiking and that's why I couldn't keep up:bigsmile:

Anyway, I also got my lower body strength training in the a.m. So far today, my shoulder feels a little better - antiinflammatories are helping

Later dudes and dolls:glasses: Have a great day!!

prayerfulmom

There are some amazing exercise reports here. Nice job to all of you.

Fast walking-
I am tall but that doesn't apply here. Small rapid steps is the key to fast walking. I've walked several 1/2 marathons keeping a 4-4.2mph pace. Anything faster than that its just easier for me to run=)

My exercise so far:
Sat-I got in my longest run this weekend: 15 miles
Sun-off
Mon-7 miles run, 20 bike
Tues- 4 mile speed work running, 30 min bike
Wed-upper body strength, walk 3 miles, bike 20 minutes

Now, if that darn elbow bend can reduce I should be in business!

adopt4

I'm 5'7 and I got up 3.4 again for a bit... but I'm not sure how much faster I can go! losingit has these long legs, so when she's strolling next to me, I look at her speed and it's twice as fast as mine, and her legs are moving half as fast... sheesh...

Did 11 mins on the elliptical...then my walk. Asked the trainer about my stomach fat and he said my muscles have already adjusted to what I'm doing, so that's why I'm not losing anything there. Well good to know... I'm taking a "Fitness Boot Camp" on Sat which he said has a lot of abdomen things they show you how to do...

chantybear

Afternoon ladies, ands lads...

How is everyone today?

Adopt4 - At my fittest years (the last 2) I was doing these various ab exercises like 4-5 times a week, but I never had the 'flat tummy', but it was because (I think) that I did not change it up after a while...if you do not feel a burn for a while you have to switch it up, and keep your muscles on their toes:laugh:

nitag

I can't get to a gym.. Can't afford it right now so I am just doing stuff at home.. But I was thinking about buying Barry's bootcamp.. Has anyone used it??

cmriverside

Fight back the bulge! !

BELLY FAT EXERCISES
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Since visceral fat is buried deep in your abdomen, it may seem like a difficult target for spot reduction. As it turns out, visceral fat responds well to a regular exercise routine and a healthy diet. Targeted tummy exercises can help to firm the abdominal muscles and flatten the belly.

Exercise. Daily, moderate-intensity exercise is the best way to lose belly fat — when you lose weight and tone your muscles, your belly fat begins shrinking, too. In fact, you may notice that your tummy bulge is the first area to shrink when you start exercising. The amount and type of exercise you should get varies depending on your current activity level and your health goals. Talk to your doctor about the right exercise program to promote good health and specifically combat abdominal fat.

Strength training. Some research has shown that exercising with weights is effective in trimming tummy fat. Talk to your doctor about how to incorporate strength training in your exercise routine.

Healthy diet. Changing unhealthy eating habits can help fight belly fat. Read nutrition labels, and replace saturated fats with polyunsaturated fats. Increase portions of complex carbohydrates like fruits and vegetables, and reduce simple carbohydrates like white bread and refined pasta. If you need to lose weight, reduce your portion sizes and daily calorie intake.

Tone your tummy. While you can't "spot-burn" belly fat, you can firm up your abdominal muscles and get a flatter belly. Traditional sit-ups aren't the most effective way to firm your tummy, however. Instead, use these exercises to target both deeper and lower abdominal muscles:

~~Deeper abdominal muscles. Target deeper abdominal muscles by doing "abdominal hollowing" or "drawing in the belly button." First, get down on all fours. Let your tummy hang down as you take a deep breath. Let your breath out, and at the end of your exhalation, gently draw your belly button inward and upward toward your spine. You should feel a slight tightening around your waist — think of it as trying to squeeze through a partially closed door. Hold for 10 seconds, then rest for 10 seconds. Work up to 10 repetitions. During each effort, your spine position shouldn't change and you should breathe freely. Eventually, you'll be able to do this exercise standing up. It's so subtle, no one should be able to tell you're doing it.
~~Lower abdominal muscles. Tone your lower abdomen by doing pelvic tilts and pelvic lifts. To do a pelvic tilt, lie on your back on the floor with your knees bent. Flatten your back against the floor by tightening your abdominal muscles and bending your pelvis up slightly. Hold for 5 to 10 seconds. Repeat five times and work up to 10 to 20 repetitions.

~~For pelvic lifts, lie on your back with your knees bent up toward your chest and your arms relaxed by your sides. Tighten your lower abdomen and lift your buttocks up off the floor, with your knees aimed toward the ceiling. Hold for 5 to 10 seconds. Repeat five times and work up to 10 to 20 repetitions.

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Excerpted from a belly fat article at MayoClinic.com
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/belly-fat/WO00128

The article has lots more info if you want to read it.

get_fit2009

Hi, gang! I am feeling MUCH more confident about my ability to "rein it in" today. I did pass on a jewelry party invitation, partly because I don't want the cocktails and snacks to tempt me. However, there were other reasons. 1) I am EXTREMELY tired this afternoon and will probably be in jammies by 7:30 and 2) I don't want to spend money on frivolous things right now. My older son has decided he is going to stay at WSU, which I am actually glad about, but it means more money. He does have a partial scholarship for tuition, so that helps and he is applying for some internships and grants. Still, I need more jewelry like a hole in the head. :laugh:

Hmm, I still think the scale will not be kind on Friday, but maybe I will surprise myself.

All you whining about belly fat - I guess the grass is always greener. I gain first in my hips and booty. I always felt like it was easier to hide if it was tummy fat. *sigh* I guess it's just easier to get rid of it altogether. :laugh:

Kelleighanne

I wish I could talk, but when I try, the kids start crying. It's like they know.