Black Team week 20 I think?

Marla64

ooh-- like an "MFP Idol"

I get to be Simon-- :laugh: (typecasting if ever there was one-- )

Thanks, Sam-- you're the best.

Marla64

Roni-- excellent ticker action, my friend!!!!!!!!

You're doing wonderfully!!!!!!!

janiebeth

Good morning gang..

I had a horrible weigh in this morning (Sam, coming soon), so this weeks challenge is very important to me. Initially, I thought I would just bag it and call a "vacation" week from the scale, but the truth is, I need to take accountability for this one. I know, I was at a funeral most of the week, and surrounded by comfort food and no real way to work out, but ultimately, I am responsible for what goes in my mouth and what does not happen with my feet, legs and rest of my body. The weather was good, I could have walked.

I am not beating myself up - that would be pointless, but I am re-dedicating myself to the challenge. I want to lose the lbs I gained this week by next weigh in. I will be counting everything, I will be exercising at least 30 min every day - abs, planks are my friend. I will drink tons of water and the scale will reward me next Weds.

Hi Marla - glad you are feeling better (#17)

Happy Weds all...

Janie

Marla64

Janie, you are the sweetest thing ever--

I appreciate you taking the heat-- no excuses. But, being around family can surely be a trigger to overindulge. Shake it off. Get back on track, just like you said-- you can do it.

And thanks for thinking of me-- hee.

Don't forget everyone-- you must continue to think of me for one more week-- Sam said!

janiebeth

I appreciate you taking the heat-- no excuses.

Yup, I have to be my own Dave now...*sigh*

Girlmom282109

Janie, you are the sweetest thing ever--

I appreciate you taking the heat-- no excuses. But, being around family can surely be a trigger to overindulge. Shake it off. Get back on track, just like you said-- you can do it.

And thanks for thinking of me-- hee.

Don't forget everyone-- you must continue to think of me for one more week-- Sam said!

No I didn't I forgot that one lori said so! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

AmandaJ

I know I have been MIA over the last six weeks, off and on, but the Black Team is a real encouragement to me.

Girlmom282109

I know I have been MIA over the last six weeks, off and on, but the Black Team is a real encouragement to me.

You better not ever leave us again!!! :noway: :noway: :laugh: :laugh:

AmandaJ

I know - I am not even going to apologize although I am sorry. It seems the last six weeks have been I am gone, here I am, NO I am gone, oh look over here, here I am. :grumble: :noway: :laugh:

janiebeth

All that matters is that you are back.. :smokin: :smokin:

We love you Amanda - hang in there.. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Janie

Marla64

All that matters is that you are back.. :smokin: :smokin:

We love you Amanda - hang in there.. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Janie

Dup!

Anna_Banana

I've been such a bad team member the second half of this challenge. I'm sorry guys. I've pretty much stayed the same weight. I haven't been working at losing, bc life has been just so busy with us. Those of you sticking with it are doing so great. Good job to all of you.

tresa1234

Sounds like some of us are here (from Banks' great post on expectations, which I just bumped http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/9433-expectations)
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Phase 4. Really digging in.
This is where the second wall can happen. You're probably at between 3 and 4 months by now, and if you have gone this far, you feel like you have already succeeded. This is where many people stumble. they are tired of the routine, tired of eating different things from all their friends, limiting their alcohol intake. Basically the shine has worn off. this is when your really need to plant your feet. Maybe change up your exercise routine, make a concentrated effort to find different, but still nutritional food. Talk to people. And examine how far you have come. At this point, no matter how much external motivation you receive, it's all about believing in yourself!
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I've been stumbling ... letting myself down and letting you all down. I'm sorry! I know I'm emotional eating because I'm having the hardest time dealing with the fact that my baby is going to college next year and I'm going to be here by myself for long periods of time. I'm stressed about my hubby's health with diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure ... his blood sugar is all over the place even though he is working really hard to keep it under control. I watched my dad die slowly of diabetic complications and frankly the future with that is pretty scary. I'm frustrated because I'm so busy but I either can't or don't want to get rid of anything in my schedule.

The thing is ... I KNOW eating doesn't fix anything ... I feel better while I'm eating but then I immediately feel upset with myself. All I can do is keep trying... I'm thankful for this team and for being able to read & get encouraged, even when I'm not posting because I'm disgusted with my behavior or just because I'm too busy. When I post I want to catch up & say something to everybody but I just can't because of how much time it takes ... and this makes me feel sad...

Thanks for listening to me ramble ... I really, really my Black Team!

Tresa

janiebeth

thanks for the reminder tresa - I needed that

Hang in there, you too will get through this. One thing I have just started doing to keep my hands busy at night or in the afternoon (my trigger times for stress eating) is to post and lurk on the posts here at MFP. There are a couple of posts that are just for fun - no drama and no advise seeking (stay away from these at all costs - they are poison) - I always get a laugh out of what is posted.. You could try this, or just getting out for a walk.

Sounds trite, I know, but it does work sometimes.

Good luck with your husbands health. That is a bad combination. Most of my family struggles with Type II Diabetes, so I know what you are going through. The up and down with blood sugar is scary - if he is not already on some kind of medication, and is doing all he can with his diet and activity levels, it might be time to try something. They have pills now (you probably already know all this), so it is not all about the insulin shots anymore..

Hang in there my friend - the rainbow is coming.. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

Janie

Tri_Dad

Just wanted to say I still love you guys!

And we still love you. lol :drinker:

Tri_Dad

Good morning everyone:flowerforyou: I am all for and soooo "in" on some more weeks of the Black Team. I truly dont want to see it come to an end. Everyone is so supportive and helpful, I dont want that to end Maybe we can do something so that Sam gets a break from all the work shes done for us? Thats IF she wants a break, of course:blushing:
I hope everyone had a great weigh in today. We've all worked so hard and come so far, its truly amazing We're a great team guys, admit it:happy:
Great challenge this week Sam. I will give it my all, you can count on that:drinker:
~Roni

I'm with Marla! Awesome ticker action this week! stop beating me dang it! lol Wtg on hitting 90 pounds I am so proud to be your teammate!

:drinker:

Tri_Dad

Good morning gang..

I had a horrible weigh in this morning (Sam, coming soon), so this weeks challenge is very important to me. Initially, I thought I would just bag it and call a "vacation" week from the scale, but the truth is, I need to take accountability for this one. I know, I was at a funeral most of the week, and surrounded by comfort food and no real way to work out, but ultimately, I am responsible for what goes in my mouth and what does not happen with my feet, legs and rest of my body. The weather was good, I could have walked.

I am not beating myself up - that would be pointless, but I am re-dedicating myself to the challenge. I want to lose the lbs I gained this week by next weigh in. I will be counting everything, I will be exercising at least 30 min every day - abs, planks are my friend. I will drink tons of water and the scale will reward me next Weds.

Hi Marla - glad you are feeling better (#17)

Happy Weds all...

Janie

Dont be so hard on yourself Janie! It's not an easy thing to go through. No worries. this weeks is not only the end of one biggest loser challenge, but the beginning of a new one!

:flowerforyou:

Tri_Dad

I've been such a bad team member the second half of this challenge. I'm sorry guys. I've pretty much stayed the same weight. I haven't been working at losing, bc life has been just so busy with us. Those of you sticking with it are doing so great. Good job to all of you.

Hey Anna,

Since your beating up on yourself a bit I hope you dont mind if I point out that you havnt gained a single pound back. Maybe you shouldnt be so hard of yourself. Maintaining the loss you've had while your life has been so busy is a great accomplishment. I for one am glad your on our team and proud of you for "pretty much staying the same weight."

SatelliteCrush80

I've been such a bad team member the second half of this challenge. I'm sorry guys. I've pretty much stayed the same weight. I haven't been working at losing, bc life has been just so busy with us. Those of you sticking with it are doing so great. Good job to all of you.

Don't beat yourself up...it's pretty damn impressive that you've managed to maintain!

lynniejones

I've been such a bad team member the second half of this challenge. I'm sorry guys. I've pretty much stayed the same weight. I haven't been working at losing, bc life has been just so busy with us. Those of you sticking with it are doing so great. Good job to all of you.

Honey I've lost 1 lb in 2 months I think!! My new job has kicked my butt to the curb as far as weightloss, so don't feel bad.

Girlmom282109

our totals are up!

Today was my off day lets hope I can kick my own butt this week! I need to truelly ump start my weight loss again. I want to be at 170 or lower before we go to NY. I'm on my way but it's taking so long.

Anna you are welcome back any time you want.

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

Marla64

our totals are up!

Today was my off day lets hope I can kick my own butt this week! I need to truelly ump start my weight loss again. I want to be at 170 or lower before we go to NY. I'm on my way but it's taking so long.

Anna you are welcome back any time you want.

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

Helloooo? Anybody remember the plateau from hell over here?

I only got a 10 lb bump from my surgery-- total cheating.

We'll see if the plateau comes back home to roost, or if I can keep the weight loss going--

Heading out for a rainy run-- it's coming down, but I had a few too many ziti noodles :grumble: and now have to go-- have a great night, all y'all.

SatelliteCrush80

our totals are up!

Today was my off day lets hope I can kick my own butt this week! I need to truelly ump start my weight loss again. I want to be at 170 or lower before we go to NY. I'm on my way but it's taking so long.

Anna you are welcome back any time you want.

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

Helloooo? Anybody remember the plateau from hell over here?

I only got a 10 lb bump from my surgery-- total cheating.

We'll see if the plateau comes back home to roost, or if I can keep the weight loss going--

Heading out for a rainy run-- it's coming down, but I had a few too many ziti noodles :grumble: and now have to go-- have a great night, all y'all.

I had a rainy run too...it started after I'd gotten to the park and started running. Figured I would just keep going rather than turn around, and I actually really enjoyed it.

Marla64

our totals are up!

Today was my off day lets hope I can kick my own butt this week! I need to truelly ump start my weight loss again. I want to be at 170 or lower before we go to NY. I'm on my way but it's taking so long.

Anna you are welcome back any time you want.

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

Helloooo? Anybody remember the plateau from hell over here?

I only got a 10 lb bump from my surgery-- total cheating.

We'll see if the plateau comes back home to roost, or if I can keep the weight loss going--

Heading out for a rainy run-- it's coming down, but I had a few too many ziti noodles :grumble: and now have to go-- have a great night, all y'all.

I had a rainy run too...it started after I'd gotten to the park and started running. Figured I would just keep going rather than turn around, and I actually really enjoyed it.

Me too, last night-- it's so thrilling, isn't it, to enjoy running at all, but especially in the rain???

Go, Shuntae!!!!!!

SatelliteCrush80

our totals are up!

Today was my off day lets hope I can kick my own butt this week! I need to truelly ump start my weight loss again. I want to be at 170 or lower before we go to NY. I'm on my way but it's taking so long.

Anna you are welcome back any time you want.

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

Helloooo? Anybody remember the plateau from hell over here?

I only got a 10 lb bump from my surgery-- total cheating.

We'll see if the plateau comes back home to roost, or if I can keep the weight loss going--

Heading out for a rainy run-- it's coming down, but I had a few too many ziti noodles :grumble: and now have to go-- have a great night, all y'all.

I had a rainy run too...it started after I'd gotten to the park and started running. Figured I would just keep going rather than turn around, and I actually really enjoyed it.

Me too, last night-- it's so thrilling, isn't it, to enjoy running at all, but especially in the rain???

Go, Shuntae!!!!!!

Guess that makes it official...I am one of those "crazy runners!"

Tri_Dad

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

I agree,

Your not going anywhere lady! We need you on this team!

:flowerforyou:

lynniejones

Awww I you guys!!! I'm losing inches just not weight right now.

Tri_Dad

our totals are up!

Today was my off day lets hope I can kick my own butt this week! I need to truelly ump start my weight loss again. I want to be at 170 or lower before we go to NY. I'm on my way but it's taking so long.

Anna you are welcome back any time you want.

Lynnie we want you to come back too. I stayed at 179 for like 6 weeks. Don't feel bad at least you lost that pound.

Helloooo? Anybody remember the plateau from hell over here?

I only got a 10 lb bump from my surgery-- total cheating.

We'll see if the plateau comes back home to roost, or if I can keep the weight loss going--

Heading out for a rainy run-- it's coming down, but I had a few too many ziti noodles :grumble: and now have to go-- have a great night, all y'all.

Not cheating at all! I wouldnt worry about plateau's your a runner now and I don't know no chunky runners.

lol:flowerforyou:

Tri_Dad

Just peeked at the results and I wanna send a big shout out to my girl Roni!

Your are incredible! You keep me moving and have been such a motivator. The non competetive side of me is sooooooooo proud of you! How's your son doing? he still following in your foot steps?

Flower for you! :flowerforyou:

Ok now to the competetive side....
Top three percentage weight loss for the entire challenge
Spyguy7540- 20.21%
Nonibug-18.67%
Tattoo_pauly-16.79%

Roni and Dave,

Last week kids. Catch me if you can! lol

Tri_Dad

Just did week 8 day one of c25k. It's surreal. I still can't believe I am running like this and it's not killing me. Thanks so much guys. We have come so far and I know its because of the support I have found with this team!

Have a great night all.:drinker: