Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !
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Haven't been around for a while but ready to jump back in.
Today I am excited to say that it has been 10 days since I have had soda or caffiene. Not a coffee drinker so my caffiene of choice came via Diet Dr Pepper. It took a few days to get out of my body - I was so tired - but now I feel good and consider this a huge accomplishment.0 -
Good Morning.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the families affected by someones senseless act in CT yesterday, truly tragic. I cannot even imagine.
I was pulled in a thousand different directions yesterday so never had a chance to stop by. Also had follow-up with doc on endocrine issues, now on thyroid meds - so hopefully when I see him in 6 weeks by body will start to respond and all these symptoms will disappear.
Fitness Friday~It was a horrible week for getting to the gym for me - only made it on Wed/Thurs. I will go for a long run this morning when it warms up some and then have training session tomorrow. Next week will be better!
Saturday Success~I made it through an emotional week and stayed the same on the scale, definitely a success.
@Karen~Men have zero style sense, I bet you looked great!
Need to get to UPS to mail package to my sister for my nephews (who I wish I could hug right now), grocery shopping to do, first up is find a fritatta recipe for breakfast next week - need something different.
Have a great Saturday.
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Hi Everybody. Hugs to all after yesterdays horrible news. I spent much of the day watching the news - couldn't help myself - it was as if by watching I could affect the outcome or could console the familys in some way. Its just too tragic and hearbreaking. My prayers to everyone.
Kah - I hope the thyroid meds help you get straightened out on your sleeping issues and so many other issues you've been having. Congrats on making it through a tough week!
Skinny - yeah, maybe you can post a picture of your outfit. I don't know about the pants. Even though you may want to wear them they do sound a trifle outdated....how many other people are wearing black and tan as a Christmas outfit? I'm not siding with your husband, just playing devils' advocate here....maybe save the pants for something more western themed?
I have just been moping around. Don't know why I've been down in the dumps but I have. I have no real reason to be, but I am. Could be cyclical, and the season. Did buy tickets to the play THE LION KING for my BF for Christmas presents which will be in town in April, so that is something to look forward to. Always nice giving gifts that I can enjoy too0 -
Skinny - I just got this article, no kidding - from Buzz Feed - 19 Reasons Not To Wear Leather Pants - heres the link - I'm sure its tongue in cheek but there's pictures so you can compare your pants to theirs - there is even a tan pair shown -
http://www.buzzfeed.com/annanorth/19-reasons-you-should-never-wear-leather-pants?utm_source=Triggermail&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Shift&utm_campaign=BuzzFeed Shift - Latest Stories0 -
@robin--ahahaha--I loved the article! :laugh: Fortunately, none of the pictures resembled my pants at all! As far as the western themed idea--they are dressy, not western at all. I think black and tan is an okay combination for any occasion, but then again, I'm not one for wearing colors themed to holidays (like red or green for Christmas). Maybe it's the teacher in me rebelling against the stereotype of us wearing holiday sweaters and such. :laugh:
Upon discussing the outfit further w/ DH this morning, it seems his main complaint was with the combination of the leather with the silky top, which I can kind of understand. I was going more for the shape than the fabric. I may try them with a few other tops or maybe a sweater. As far as posting pictures--I'm so NOT tech savvy that I could go shopping and buy a whole new outfit in the amount of time it would take to post pics!0 -
so tragic about the kids in CT More mental health resources are definately the answer, yes!
personally, I'm feeling BOUNCY :bigsmile: sometimes it seems a plateau doesn't break... it shatters!
Now to keep the momentum going...0 -
Skinny - I agree a sweater as opposed to a silky top might be the better option - glad you got a kick out of the article!
Vicki - so glad you found a "pick me up" and are feeling bouncy again! Good for you!0 -
I thought I'd posted yesterday, but it isn't here. So here goes -- hope these aren't duplicates.
@Susan -- hope your son enjoys visiting with his dad's family and that you have good times with your friends. 50 pounds in a year is completely brilliant, isn't it? Makes all the hard work feel worthwhile.
@Sam -- I find it's hard when I have to eat up what's in the cupboards. We always try to supplement it with plenty of cheap fruit and veg from the market. But it is hard at this time of year when truly the only thing that is cheap on the market is cabbages. Well done on making good food for your dad. I get nuts from our Turkish grocer. They're much, much cheaper than they are from the supermarket.
@Angelika -- oh, it's so hard when a family member is suffering like this. Just starting is the thing with exercise because it does make you feel a bit better if you do it. And again, look how much you've achieved! Remember that your health is all about you, not your mum or anyone else. Good luck.
@Tina -- I think this cold wet weather makes us want to eat more. I've been having trouble keeping in balance this week and I've eaten some junky rubbish -- and generally I thought I was free of that.
@Kaye -- I always really resent when I blow my calories on bad food. Maybe one day I'll be able to *leave* half of my dinner when it's not good, instead of scraping up every bite.
@Lin -- That's a great story about the coats! And well done on hitting your Christmas challenge. I am still 'cautiously optomistic' about my December 31 goal of ONEderland.
@Tom -- thanks for the diabetes tips. They're really interesting and useful.
@OhPampered -- great to hear from you, and it's great that you're carrying on with MFP.
@Karen -- I don't ever ask my husband for advice on clothes. He has many talents, but that's not one of them.
@SweetP27 -- oh well done on quitting soda and caffeine. Not that I'm about to follow you, but I still think it's good!
Fitness Friday -- Last week's plan:
Saturday -- 5k Run, plus 2 hours badminton; might be overdoing it a bit here. DONE run plus 1 hour badminton
Sunday -- badminton NOPE -- full of cold and studying and rested.
Monday -- Speedwork DONE also clog practice
Tuesday -- Zumba? No, Long Easy Run DONE
Wednesday -- Badminton -- No, too cold to go out, idle day
Thursday -- Long run -- 5 1/2 miles total with 4 1/2 miles of running -- Er, no. it was freezing and icy, too cold to run. Did some walking but that was all.
Friday -- badminton - DONE and speedwork DONE.
And not enough strength! I need to focus here -- especially when it's cold I need to get the strength work in.
OK. This week's plan:
Saturday -- Long run while my family are out for the day. DONE. 5 miles of running & 3 of walking. Tired now.
Sunday -- Morris practice
Monday -- Dancing out with the Morris, plus speedwork
Tuesday -- easy training run? Zumba? Depends on weather.
Wednesday -- badminton
Thursday -- Long run
Friday -- badminton? speedwork?
And three, count them three, full strength workouts.
Well, like everyone I was shocked and saddened by the news from Connecticut. There was a similar shooting in the UK (in Dunblane in Scotland) about 16 years ago, just before I became a parent. I don't think anyone will ever forget that one. I never watch news coverage when things like this happen; I don't think it helps.
My busy day on Thursday went well, in particular because we did not grab fast food around the movie -- I took sandwiches and snacks. Good thing too because this was a screener, and the 3d failed in the first cinema they put us in so there was a long delay while we moved, and I was very glad we weren't eating movie popcorn at a zillion quid. Really enjoyed 'Life of Pi' though and the whole family had a good old argument/discussion about it afterwards.
I had a good night out last night having a Christmas dinner in a pub with friends. Had a massive meal, went over cals but only by 400 so that's ok. Today I did such a long run that I'm still negative for cals at 5:30 -- which is *good* because we are going out with friends for an Indian tonight. And no doubt a few drinks. It's a peril of this time of year.
Hope you're all having a great weekend!
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I guess I covered the NSV yesterday. My daughter says she is going to get me a sweater that fits for Christmas. DH and I just got home from a nice walk. It is brisk out there, but snow is forecast for later this afternoon. The indoor track at the school isn't an option on the weekend, so I figured I better go early.
I hope that we can all keep busy and enjoy our families this weekend. It is the only way to cope when tragedies strike. I'm so sorry for those who can't do that today. Kaye0 -
@robin--after reflecting on your comment about the black/tan combo, I concede that it can look dated. I really wish I looked good in winter white b/c I think that would look really good with the pants. Alas. it just makes me look jaundiced--not the look I'm going for. I have a brown sweater that might work, but here's a new dilemma--can I still wear black shoes? I have no brown shoes except for some loafers, and those won't work with the pants.:ohwell:
Saturday Success:
Went to the gym and walked my dog--in the nasty drizzle even! Now I'm off to grade and maybe TJ Maxx.0 -
I've read that since neutral colors are "neutral" they can go with any color including another neutral color. Based on that I would say that the black ones would go. I have a short narrow foot and have to pay a lot of money for shoes. I am pretty liberal about what goes with what when it comes to shoes. For what its worth :ohwell: Kaye0
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Skinny - I think the black shoes are great - not a problem at all. You'll look fine. Nice jewelry and have a great time! Yeah, it would be nice if you could score a black sweater before the party but I think your brown sweater will be fine and with some big knockout jewelry (borrow it!) you'll look very festive.0
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Saturday success - Not a whole lot of that in the calorie control/exercise front. I have been eating over maintenance the last three days and have STILL felt ravenous. No exercise, there were complications after my laparascopic surgery. Some infection and the doc stuck me on some kind of freakish super antibiotics. They've made me feel like death warmed over.
Today I took a LONG hot shower, climbed into fleece jammies and settled in to watch movies. Ate too much, slept too much, and cuddled with the boys a lot.
I think Ill hit the grocery store tomorrow. I've gotten off the veggies and have been eating too many refined carbs. I need to pick up some veggies tomorrow to match the meals I've prelogged for the next 4 days.0 -
Karen good luck with the outfit. I am not the best judge of colors either and find it hard to make great combinations. Hence I like white sweaters or black pants. Most things will work either color.
I realized today how easy it is for me to forgo the gym for one more day. Tomorrow I will have no excuse and it will be back to working out. I did not go to the gym today because I was not feeling like it and could not get my energy level up to get moving this morning. To be fair and offer an explanation- when I went to bed last night by lip was swelling slightly (happens as an allergic reaction-not sure what I was allergic too). This morning the lip was still swollen so I took some benadryll it makes me sleepy. Needless to say, I could not get moving this morning so my gym plans went out the window. I did manage to get a few errands done then helped my mom put in the storm windows. My lip did go down by noon and my energy level started to return.
Here is my new exercise plan for the week
Sunday- Gym cardio workout
Monday- Gym Trainer
Tuesday- off
Wednesday- Rock Climbing
Thursday- Gym
Friday-???
Saturday-GYM0 -
Haven't been around for a while but ready to jump back in.
Today I am excited to say that it has been 10 days since I have had soda or caffiene. Not a coffee drinker so my caffiene of choice came via Diet Dr Pepper. It took a few days to get out of my body - I was so tired - but now I feel good and consider this a huge accomplishment.
wow, good for you. Diet Dr. P is my poison of choice too. i've been trying to cut back but am no where near completely cutting it out.0 -
Had a good day. Lots of walking and shopping today. I think I am 75% done with my shopping.
Tomorrow we are expecting our first snow in the valley. If unfit for walking outside will go to the y and walk on the track there.
My goals for tomorrow is cleaning the house that extra cleaning for company. Monday my baking and if condition allows to finish my shopping.
I think my nsv. Today is not over eating today was our church annual Christmas banquet. I didn't 't over eat that was hard for
The food was tasty and plenty of it they offer 2nds but didn't take them up on it. Before I never turn down food.
Wishing every one a wonderful evening.
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Just checking in very quickly:
@Kris -- pre-logging's such a good idea when things are tough! Good luck getting those veggies in. Though sometimes when you're recovering from illness you do just need to let your body guide you.
@Karen -- I'm sure the outfit will look great!
@Liz -- well done on not overeating at the banquet. I find times like that really hard.
Finding it a bit hard to get going today, probably due to all the exercise and curry yesterday. Need to focus though because we need to get the tree decorated and then make sure all the Christmas shopping is done. And the last of the three parties in a row tonight. Though this one at least isn't all about food.
Enjoy your Sunday chaps!
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MowMow and Laurie - I hope you both get to feeling better. Time to take care of yourselves though. Always a good idea to be nurturing to yourselves. One can do no wrong that way.
Boho - too much curry had me laughing - oh ho ho I know the feeling! Sounds like a good night out though - glad you had a good time and also got the Christmas decorations up.
I got the last of my gifts ordered from Amazon - such easy shopping ! - but they arrive Dec. 22 - eeps! I HOPE they arrive! Amazon is really good on their shipping so I'm not too worried. I did more decorating in my home - it seems I can't sit still at nite and have to fuss a little with the decorations each night. Can't wait to take a drive through some neighborhoods and see all the Christmas lights on.
Goal today is to get a good walk in.0 -
Hi everyone! I had a good time at the party last night but stayed out way too late, so a little tired this morning. The good news is I didn't over-serve myself with either alcohol or food. I knew there would be some light appetizers, so I ate a salad at home rather than a full dinner. At the party there were hot wings, sausages, and a few other choices that I skipped. I did have one cute little mini-corned beef sandwich--it was served on a tiny pretzel roll--adorable! Also had a few pita triangles w/ spinach artichoke dip. As far as booze, I had pre-logged 4 captain & diets which is what I drank. The only other drink I had was a shot of rumchata--yum!
I had to drive a friend home b/c she had a few too many glasses of wine, and after I dropped her off I realized I was starving. I stopped at taco bell and got a 10-pack of tacos (not all for me--the DH loves them). I ate 2 and after guesstimating calories for the party food, I'm just over goal. I'm pretty happy with that b/c even if my guesses are low, there's no way I went over maintenance.
Oh and I ended up not wearing the leather pants. After trying them with a number of different tops of all colors and textures, I came to the conclusion that they just aren't that flattering. They are now in the goodwill pile. :ohwell: Instead, I wore a new shirt I bought at White House/Black Market--it's very pretty and (robin will glad to know) a very festive red. I paired it with black jeans and a pretty necklace. Got lots of compliments on it, so apparently it was a good choice.
@alison--hope you get all of your christmas stuff done and enjoy your party.
@liz--great NSV! I feel the same way about not overdoing it at my party last night. :drinker:
@laurie--yes, why oh why is it so easy to put off the gym? Even though we enjoy it and love it when we go? I feel like most of the time, it's b/c going to the gym is such a selfish act, and most of us are not so good at putting our own needs before everyone else's. Even when I choose something like grading or cleaning which also is about me getting my own stuff done, I'm still doing something that affects others (my students, my husband), but going to the gym is all about me. At least your plan going forward looks good. Are you guys in school all next week, or are you on winter break? We go the full week and then we are off until January 7th.
@mymowmow--you may be be hungry b/c your body is using extra calories to fight off that infection and heal from the surgery. Your plan to switch back to veggies should help--they are so much more filling than refined carbs.
@kaye, robin, & and others who weighed in on my outfit drama--thanks for all of the tips, it really did help me figure out what to wear--you guys are like my personal Stacy London! :laugh:
@vickie--glad you shattered the plateau! :flowerforyou: You deserved a big scale drop after all of your hard work!
@robin--I love your approach to presents for the BF--you're one smart lady!
@sweetp--good to see you back!
@lmack--good luck at your new job this week--yes, it's such an important job! I'm glad to see there's at least some discussion about mental health care with this tragedy. Sadly, I doubt much will be resolved with it b/c the politics will come into play and the focus will continue to be on guns.
Exercise goals:
Mon--core work DONE
Tues--rest day
Wed--walk gunner + gym DONE
Thurs--walk gunner DONE + run outside NOT DONE--TOO TIRED
Fri--rest day
Sat--walk gunner + gym DONE
Sun--walk gunner + gym or run outside--> will just walk gunner and maybe core work later. I need to take my friend to pick up her car from the bar.
Grading goals:
1. Re-read 1984 STARTED
2. x/22 Failure essays
3. 22/22 exit slips DONE
4. x/48 AP essays
5. 20/20 "Lottery" analysis activities DONE
6. x/30 Scarlet Letter Papers
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Good Morning, Friends. We had a our first snow that stuck last night. It isn't very much, but the world looks white and clean this morning. I had another small loss this week, .7, but considering all of the baking and candy making, I think that I won't complain. I probably won't get to walk today unless it gets pretty warm this afternoon and the streets aren't slick.
The reports over the last 24 hours seem to be more positive than negative. That always makes me happy. The new outfit sounds great, Karen. Black and red are very striking. I love to wear red. It is so festive.
Have a good Sunday. I will be spending part of the day with grandkids. Always enjoy that. Kaye0 -
Not sure how good it looks but it tasted amazing. I roasted an orange pepper under the broiler and a head of garlic in flavored olive oil. Then I oven roasted zucchini, eggplant, portabello mushroom, and asparagus. I tossed the veggies with bowtie pasta, three cloves of the roasted garlic, half of the roasted pepper(sliced very thin), and added a bit of fresh squeezed lemon juice. Topped it with Tomato/basil feta and broiled the top until it melted a bit.
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@mymowmow--the pasta dish sounds tasty! I imagine it would be really good with goat cheese as well!
@kaye--congrats on the small loss--in my mind ANY loss is a BIG loss especially this time of year! :flowerforyou:
Just got home from starbucks and it was too dark to walk gunner. :ohwell: Setting up my schedule for this week.
Exercise Goals:
Mon--walk gunner + gym or run outside
Tues--walk gunner + gym or run outside
Wed--walk gunner + gym or run outside
Thurs--rest day (holiday party)
Fri--rest day (holiday pub crawl)
Sat--walk gunner + gym
Grading goals:
1. Re-read 1984 STARTED
2. x/22 Failure essays
3. x/48 AP journals
4. x/48 AP essays
5. x/59 Scarlet Letter annotations
6. x/30 Scarlet Letter Papers
7. x/22 vocab quizzes0 -
Why does my husband always think it's my job to call his mother and make holiday arrangements?!?! I've never once said "okay honey, I'll call her." I always say "No, she's your mom; you call her." Yet, every year he insists on annoying me by trying to pawn off the job on me. :explode: In the 20+ years we've been together, I've never once asked him to call my parents to make plans, and I talk to his mother on the phone much more often than he talks to mine. I swear he's just trying to pick a fight with me!0
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last night my sister dragged me out to a local symphony and chorus that my niece sings in. Was very nice despite my not wanting to leave the house yesterday. It also was snowing yesterday
today i went for a slow long walk to the coffe shope near by....it was cold outside!! had a cup of tea and did not want to have to walk home but no other choice!!. My knee is getting better cause now it only takes me 40 min instead of 60 minutes :happy: . Came home and did my exercises then iced it
actually brought out one christmas decoration today......guess i will have to do more this week......not my favourite activity0 -
Been severely neglecting the bulletin boards lately. Still sitting where I have been for the last few weeks, not disappointed or thrilled about it.
This is my 20th week working with MFP on my weighloss goal. Earlier today I posted an image to my facebook of my 17lb loss. My cousins are extremely shocked and proud of my progress (most of them were poking at the fact my dad should be supportive and join in). However I was hoping/expecting more from myself to lose more, but none-the-less I'm happy with this goal considering all of the recent things going on. (school, family, work, etc.). I was happy that I gained back 3lbs (since I lost 6lbs in one week).
Size 20 jeans to Size 16 Jeans.
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Hello,
Today was our first snow look very pretty outside. Didn't get a lot but still looks pretty. So end up not going tor a walk outside or the track. But did catchup on some deep cleaning. I hope to finish it tomorrow that way next weekend I can just do a touch up.
@skinny glad you had a good time at your party. Also that you didn't over do it.
@Hyzaarc that is great you look awesome.
@Kaye -- Congrats on your loss.
I am sorry if I missed any one my brain is shutting down.
Congrats to all who have a scale or nsv. Hugs to all who are struggling with scale or health issues.
Liz M.0 -
We went to my Work Christmas Party last night. It was at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino's Night Club called Vanity. It was Rat-Pack themed. It was fun and I did not drink or eat too much. That was my first time clubbing :laugh:
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Hello chaps! Lovely to hear all the reports of first snow -- doesn't it make it feel Christmassy?
@Karen -- well done for managing that party.
@Lmackbethi -- thinking about you as you start your new job today! Hope you can really make a difference in that little boy's life.
@Karenleona -- well done for getting out for that walk. It's great when you can see clear improvement, isn't it?
@Kris -- you're making me hungry...
@Hyzaarc -- that's great! Just about a pound a week is a really, really healthy rate to lose weight at.
@Tom -- that's another great photo! Don't you look sharp?
Monday check-in -- I have lost another two pounds and I am dead on 200 pounds this morning. I'm very pleased I coped with my party-heavy weekend. Next week will be super-hard (including one day where I cannot see any way not to go 1000 calories over at least) but I'm hoping I can just lose *one more pound*...
Today I'm probably going to eschew exercise in favour of a ton of Christmas related housework and organisation. The tree is up and lit, though I'm worried it's a bit unstable (and we have a four year old coming on Christmas Day). But the decorations aren't on it yet. I want to get most of the well-in-advance cooking done today, and finalise my grocery list.
Have a great week, all of you!
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Good Morning.
Just 4 more days after today and then I’m on a much needed vacation, just been so busy the last couple of weeks. Lots to get off my desk though.
Knee has been giving me fits since Saturday, couldn’t run. Saw my trainer yesterday and he thinks it was the leg extensions we did on Thursday, so he was kind to me yesterday – don’t want to mess anything up before the Commitment Day run on New Year’s Day.
I have a lot to get done before the holiday hits next week too – have fudge, cookies, and breads to make. Orange bread is getting done Thursday night, fudge Saturday, and then cookies on Christmas Eve. I’m not much into decorating, but did a little & got my led candles in the windows – unfortunately my front door wreath didn’t survive from last Christmas, I don’t put up a tree but the house looks pretty festive.
I have discovered that I really don’t like living without a pet to take care of, I lost both of mine in 7-months and the house is way too quiet. I really miss them and their crazies. :brokenheart: I think my uncle wants me to adopt his border collie since he's gone so much, I’m considering it but still want to give myself some time to get used to Pebbles being gone. The vet called Friday to say her ashes were back, so need to find the strength to go pick them up this week.
Fitness goals this week:
Monday~Elliptical
Tuesday~Rest Day
Wednesday~Girls night out with BFF!!!
Thursday~Training Session
Friday~Long Run with Trainer, prep for 5K
Saturday~Active Rest Day – lots of running around to do.
Sunday~Personal Training
@Tom~Lookin’ sharp at your party!
@Alison~Congrats on the 2# loss, excellent!
Have a great day!
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@Lin - Congrats on reaching your goal early!!
@skiinyjeanz - yes, post a pic!
@kaye - Congrats on the nsv! Maybe a sweater or two from goodwill or salvation army until you hit your shopping weight?
Well, my state is reeling. I spent way too much time sitting on the couch yesterday, stress munching while watching the news coverage. Need to break out of that today, perhaps go to one of the dozens of vigils. At least turn off the news and turn on the Wii.
Get some cleaning done, sort the mail, pay some bills, maybe decorate the house for Xmas. Regular stuff, need to get back at it. Monday, I start my new job providing academic support to kids with mental illness... Seems even more important now...0
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