Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !
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@marca -- HAPPY Birthday!!! :flowerforyou: :drinker:
@tammy -- wow, not for the weak is right -- hope he feels better soon!
@laurie -- have you decided on a triathlon yet? i'm considering a sprint tri at cedar point in sandusky, ohio on september 7th (the swim portion is in lake erie). it's a bit far from connecticut for a weekend trip, but my family lives just down the road in ohio, and the course is much flatter than anything here would be.... :bigsmile: good luck finding your perfect bike!
@kaye -- hope you have a great time with your family (with or without water for playing in)!!! :drinker:
@luster & snowgoose & wannabpiper & warner & the rest of the newcomers -- Welcome!
@kelley -- every time i see you or someone else talk about your SI it briefly disturbs me since at work we always have to check whether clients have SI/HI (sucidal or homicidal intent) and i'm all like, "No, Kelley, you have so much going for you..... you're even beating me in steps right now." :laugh:
@karen -- yep, sometimes i am just stalking you all from the water.
glad to hear gunner's up and running again and that your trip went so well!!!!
@marsha -- good to see you again! my pop's in a boot right now too.... sigh... i hope you get out of yours and back to the gym soon!
@holly -- good to see you too! one day at a time... :flowerforyou:
@tom & alison -- you lurking? :drinker:
@kris -- i hope you hear about that job soon!!! i know you're not too eager to be unemployed (unlike me :laugh: ).
@nicole -- good luck with the final, final interview!!!! i believe you'll rock it!!!! :smokin:
@robin -- FABULOUS NSV!!!! :drinker: :drinker:
So, I'm back from my extended-weekend trip to Oregon (but not for long). My dad is quite disappointed to be off the trail with a broken foot, but he's already planning his return next year. My mom said he had seemed really not-himself for the first week he was back, but that my visit did wonders for him!! :happy: Very nice to hear, since my mom doesn't throw compliments around very often. (Speaking of my parents, they both decided to join MFP while I was out there, so I'm not sure what I will do. I might have to change my user name -- not eager for them to find me/read my posts :grumble: ). I also got to see my aunt and several cousins and had a really super time!! Would have liked to stay a bit longer -- Oregon is definitely "God's Country" (as my family calls it), and one of my absolute favorite places! I did visit the coast, at Seaside, and was the only person crazy/tough enough to swim in the very chilly waters. A few folks were wading up to their waists, but I had the rest of the ocean all to myself (well, just me and the big fish, Kelley ). After work today I depart for a quick trip to Vermont to look at some farms-for-sale with a friend of mine. We're hoping to buy a place sometime during the next year. She has the heart/soul/head of a farmer and I crave the quiet, country life. One of the places we're looking at has "two rustic cabins," one for each of us. I hope we can make it work financially, because I know we will be good partners in this venture. My NSV for the week is definitely not needing a seatbelt extender on the airplane (first time in several years) and not being so uncomfortable in the seat that I spent the entire flight contemplating never flying again (as happened on my last few trips). Anyway, I hope to log in daily to maintain my streak but probably will just lurk here for the next couple days. Happy end of the week to everyone! :drinker: 0 -
Thursday Truth- My NSV so far this week has been to start counseling it was a huge step for me but will definately pay off in the end. For now I am just working on my emotional health and walking. I also can't believer summer is almost over and this year my kiddo is a senior :frown: he is growing up.
JT- hope your hubby gets better
Grammy- I miss the gym too and good thing I didn't know about cheese cake day:bigsmile:0 -
Happy Birthday, Marca!!! Glad to see you back! :flowerforyou:
@luster--that's great that you've gone down a size! I always say losing inches is much better than losing lbs b/c people can see that you've gotten smaller, but no one is going to pick you up to see if you are lighter. :laugh:
@robin--good luck with lifting heavy and it's great that those squats have become such a habit for you. Yes, I only have 6 weeks to find the dress. At least in a size 12-14 I should have a lot more options than the last time I had to buy a formal dress in a size 18. A friend of mine also offered to let me shop in her closet if I have trouble finding something. It's nice to have that back-up, but I'm actually kind of looking forward to dress shopping which is a huge NSV--to actually want to go try on clothes! :noway:
@kelley--hope those back stretches help. As far as the gym, I ended up switching to SNAP Fitness. It's about $80 more for the year, but the hours are so much better that I just had to make the change. I also get a free 10 minutes on the hydro massage machine every day b/c I pre-paid for the year. I haven't tried it yet, but I'm looking forward to seeing if it helps my calf.
@kaye--all of the family time sounds great, and I'm sure you'll do fine with at least maintaining--just enjoy your time together and don't worry too much about the food. I envy your family get-togethers. My extended family all live in Michigan and it seems the only time we all get together is at weddings and funerals. I'm also sad b/c my cousin is visiting in a couple of weeks, but I will be away in Milwaukee while she's in Chicago. :ohwell:
Thursday Truth:
I've been lazy the past couple of days. Yesterday I lounged all day until going to the gym at 4. Today, I'm off to a similar start, but I'm going to try to be a bit more productive today.
Exercise Goals:
Sat--walk gunner DONE
Sun--run outside (w/ gunner) DONE
Mon--walk gunner DONE
Tues--run outside (w/ gunner) DONE
Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Thurs--walk gunner + gym or run
Fri--rest day
Sat--Rugged Maniac!!!0 -
Wow, in the time it took me to post, 3 more posts went up.
@holly--counseling is a huge step--congrats on taking it! I also can't believe the summer is almost over!! Does your son have ideas about what he will do after her graduates? Is he planning to go to school or jump into the work-force? If it's school, will he live at home or move away?
@beth--your trips all sound so great! I'm not a country mouse--I could never live in the country--but I enjoy vacations that involve the great outdoors. Congrats on not needing the seatbelt extender. A man across the aisle from me needed one on our flight home, and I couldn't help but feel for him when he had to ask for it.
@robin--woohoo! a size medium is so awesome!!! :drinker:
Editing to add that I changed my pics. The profile is me sitting on a statue of some goats in Luzern, Switzerland, and the ticker is or the French Alps in Albertville, France.0 -
Lori - Late afternoon/evening is a problem for me as well. It's when I start hunting for food. I've found that Robin's suggestion of saving some calories just for late afternoon snacks is a great one. I also try to pinpoint my triggers. FOr instance, if I sit down in front of the TV.... I want to munch. I had to find something to keep my hands busy so I'll crochet, or work on a puzzle, or anything that I don't want to touch while I'm eating. Early on gum during TV helped a lot. Chewing made me feel better. Another [b[HUGE[/b] trigger for me was video gaming. For so many years I'd munch while playing MMORP so... I gave up gaming and try to get OUT of the house instead of burying myself inside a game and hiding. The calories I try to save for evening I blow depending on my moods. If I feel 'snacky' then I eat lots of small things like berries or cherries. Big bang for my buck. If I want something decadent and sweet I'll pick up some frozen yogurt (one serving from the local shop) and eat that or maybe a low sugar pudding snack or I'll make ONE serving of cookies for myself.
Abetterme - WELCOME! I had close to that much (180) to lose when I started. It really helped to break it down into smaller goals so I didn't feel so overwhelmed. I sent a friend's request!
Doingthisforme - I had a relationship that kind of went that way. I became OBSESSED with every text, every phone call, every nuance trying to decicpher the deeper meaning and trying to figure out if stupid things like "I love you" to "wubs you" meant he really didn't anymore.... You'll drive yourself NUTS that way (trust me, it did) and just seem clingy and needy to him. Go about your life and do your thing, if he loves you wants to be apart of your life he'll join you on your journey. If not, then it's time to kick him to the curb and find someone deserving of your love.
Angelika - So happy for you that the scale started shifting again!
Sugartwist - Welcome!!
GrandmaKaye - I had to google the Hawaiian Haystacks. I had never heard of them either. It's an interesting concept, I may try to play with that recipe in the recipe builder and see if I can get it to fit.
Robin - You are the squatting Queen!! (Hmm, that sounded better in my head). A MEDIUM!!! That's an AWESOME NSV!!
Naceto - I'm so glad you enjoyed the yoga!! I have a Yoga DvD at home that I started with and I think that once I'm healed a bit more I'll be heading back to it to get back into the exercise groove. My mom is coming to visit at the end of the month and I want to get her into it. She could use the help with her balance and this video is designed for the overweight/obese (she's not, but she IS 77) so I think it will be gentle enough for her to start! LOVE the Yoga!! Good luck and fingers crossed you get the new job!!
Neurotic Virgo - Cruising was a BLAST and I always loved the gentle sway of the ship at night. I slept SO well with the sea air and being rocked to sleep (literally) each night. It was wonderful!. We always cruise Royal Carribean and there are two formal nights as well. Our first few we went all out and attended them (tuxes and evening gowns) after that we just skipped them and at in one of there other restaraunts. Dining options were endless, my husband and I spent the majority of our time in their 50's diner drinking malteds and eating burgers/fries. Well that and cruising around the ship hunting for the soft serve ice cream dispensors that were EVERYWHERE (geesh, no wonder I was 300+lbs)....
Skinny - HOw is the pooch's eye this morning? Poor little guy. I hope it heals up for him fast!
Lustergirl - I hope the Doc has some insight and can help you get things on the right track again.
JTconst - I hope hubs is feeling better. IT must be even MORE miserable for them to be so far from home and feeling lousy and even worse just have to work through it all.
Wannabpiper - Welcome!
Laurie - THoughts and prayers with your friends mom, I hope things turn out better than they hope!
Snowgoose - Friend Request sent and welcome!
Marca - Welcome back and happy birthday!!
Jellis - Welcome! Thanks for the thought I but I don't want to use gimmicks, aids, or anything processed to high heaven to lose my weight. I'll do it by good old fashioned hard work and determination with tons of support from good friends on MFP!
Kah - To get Zoe ready for bed try something that follows her natural instinct. Play with her earlier in the evening and give her a good solid workout (like with a wand toy or a laser pointer) get her panting, then let her rest. Get her panting again, let her rest. Keep that up for a while then let her settle down for 20 or 30 minutes and feed her a small meal. This will follow her natural instincts to hunt (play), eat, groom, and then sleep. This helped Book a LOT when he was in his bratty teenage years with all that excess energy.
Macbeth! Loving your NSV and I couldn't agree more, I've never been happier than since I moved to Oregon. It is the most beautiful place in the world, imo!0 -
I’ve read through all your posts but haven’t replied. Last time I posted, I said I needed to exercise but wanted a nap! Accomplished both! \o/
My ticker says I’ve lost 9 pounds, but it should actually say only 4 since i've gained back practically everything I had lost. So, I’m in for the 4 pound weigh loss challenge (plus 1) for the month of August. I need to get my rear in gear. I started MFP last summer and had lost 22 pounds by September. I can do it again, but I'll accept the challenge and take it slow.
We bought new patio furniture, so I am outside with my laptop on a table. There is no way my Little Luna's foot can come anywhere near my keyboard, so I'm attempting personals today. (While throwing the ball for Luna! What a little fetcher she is!)
MowMow, hope you hear good news on the job.
sugartwist, Welcome! Everyone in this thread is supportive, motivating, inspiring...not rude comments or put downs EVER! Love them!
Sherrie, I am looking forward into getting into a routine, too. Teachers here (in Kearney, NE) report back to school on the 12th. I am almost seriously thinking about going in today and arranging my furniture in my classroom (almost!). We'll see...
Doingthis, your goals are the same as mine! I try to exercise at least 30 minutes each day. I focus more on the exercise than the eating but trying to make wise choices. I realize I really have to keep the calories down to lose. I just don't like counting them and doing the tedious job of logging.
Robin, 64 squats...woot! woot! I'm thinking about joining in on your squat challenge. First I have to see if I can do ONE! Hope you get that car figured out! AND Woohoo on the size Medium!
Naceto, Can't wait to hear how your interview went! (fingers crossed for luck)
NeuroticVirgo, Boy I can relate w/you about it being harder to stay on track when hubby is home. I'm a school teacher, and my husband is a college professor. Being home all summer w/tasty treats close by is a killer. I try not to buy them, but my hubby and daughter bring in stuff all the time. The good part is, we at least do a lot together that keeps us active (like dog walking, kayaking, and biking).
Lori, I love, love, love watermelon! It is very filling but sends me running to the bathroom. I guess there is a reason they call it WATER melon!
Kah, Maybe your trainer who used to be PT will be able to tell you what to do with some exercise or something and save you some $$$. We can only hope. Good luck!
Skinny, Sorry to hear about Gunner. Hope he gets better soon! We love our fur babies!
lustergirl, Welcome! I, too, would like to get to 150. Right now I'm working to get to where my ticker was last September (22 pounds lost). Then I can focus on getting out of the 200 club!
jtconst, Volunteering is a great idea! Gets you out of the house AND gets in some extra steps! I know I can get pretty lazy in the summer. (But I sure do love summer!)
wannabpiper, Welcome! Losing 1/4 pound per week is a good goal for you, I think. It gets harder when you get close to your goal weight (so I hear!).
Laurie, Love the biking! Can't go wrong with a long bike ride IMO!
SnowGoose, To follow this thread, once you've posted, go to "Community" and "My topics," and it will be right there! Welcome!
GrammyWhammy, Oh those dreaded National holidays! I had to celebrate National Donut Day and National Ice Cream Day and National Root Beer Float Day...Probably a good thing I missed National Cheesecake Day! AND, I'm with you. After working all day long, cooking is the last thing I want to do. Luckily, hubby is pretty understanding, and we do our own thing a lot of the time. Usually salads or breakfast for supper (eggs of some sort and fruit).
warnerj, Don't get discouraged! I've found you have to lose 40 or 50 pounds before anyone starts noticing (from past experience, obviously, since my ticker doesn't show much this time around). Ugh!
TOPSmarca, I, too, am heavier than I have been but feel healthier. I exercise more than I watch the food, but you're right about it being 80% food and 20% exercise. I do feel better, though, since I exercise. My blood pressure is lower, too, when I exercise regularly, though I've never had really high BP.
Kaye, You are so close to your goal weight! Good for you!
lmackbeth, hope you find that farm you're looking for...love connecting w/nature.
To the person who posted wanting to lose 10 pounds a month...just be careful! My cousin lost 90 pounds in 9 months. I was talking to her and asking her how she did it. She tried to eat 1200 calories a day and was an exercise fiend. She said she really lost it too fast, because her hair started falling out. So, proceed with caution.
Good luck to us! ~ Cath0 -
They FINALLY posted the job. I made up a reason to call her this morning (asking who to talk to about how often they empty our trash) and she told me it posted just this morning. She said she was going to email me on her lunch break.
I officially applied and she told me they are planning on doing interviews next week. *REALLY* want this job badly!!
I did find another that I liked, it was office manager for an assisted living community. It offered low pay but FULL benefits and vacation time. That will make up for the lower pay, imo! That one is hard to apply for though, it has to be in person between 10 and 5 pm. I'm at work during those hours..... I was going to head over there on Saturday to fill out an application and if they were close I'll just leave work for lunch on Monday and eat at my desk after I get back.0 -
They FINALLY posted the job. I made up a reason to call her this morning (asking who to talk to about how often they empty our trash) and she told me it posted just this morning. She said she was going to email me on her lunch break.
I officially applied and she told me they are planning on doing interviews next week. *REALLY* want this job badly!!
I did find another that I liked, it was office manager for an assisted living community. It offered low pay but FULL benefits and vacation time. That will make up for the lower pay, imo! That one is hard to apply for though, it has to be in person between 10 and 5 pm. I'm at work during those hours..... I was going to head over there on Saturday to fill out an application and if they were close I'll just leave work for lunch on Monday and eat at my desk after I get back.
Having 2 jobs to apply for is GREAT! I hope they both want you and start a bidding war over you! 0 -
Macbeth- I am lurking:drinker: I have been very busy at work. I got right back on the snack wagon and gained some of those same 7-10 lbs. I have been gaining and losing for the last 5 months. I have not heard from Alison hope she is ok. She must be doing pretty good because she keeps getting more steps than me everyday:laugh: along with you and Kelley.
I am going to finish the bad snacking tonight, so tomorrow no more bad snacks!
Quote of the week:- “When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound, rebuild those plans, and set sail once more toward your coveted goal.” ~Napoleon Hill
Hope everyone has a healthy day!
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They FINALLY posted the job. I made up a reason to call her this morning (asking who to talk to about how often they empty our trash) and she told me it posted just this morning. She said she was going to email me on her lunch break.
I officially applied and she told me they are planning on doing interviews next week. *REALLY* want this job badly!!
I did find another that I liked, it was office manager for an assisted living community. It offered low pay but FULL benefits and vacation time. That will make up for the lower pay, imo! That one is hard to apply for though, it has to be in person between 10 and 5 pm. I'm at work during those hours..... I was going to head over there on Saturday to fill out an application and if they were close I'll just leave work for lunch on Monday and eat at my desk after I get back.
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Wow, in the time it took me to post, 3 more posts went up.
@holly--counseling is a huge step--congrats on taking it! I also can't believe the summer is almost over!! Does your son have ideas about what he will do after her graduates? Is he planning to go to school or jump into the work-force? If it's school, will he live at home or move away?
@beth--your trips all sound so great! I'm not a country mouse--I could never live in the country--but I enjoy vacations that involve the great outdoors. Congrats on not needing the seatbelt extender. A man across the aisle from me needed one on our flight home, and I couldn't help but feel for him when he had to ask for it.
@robin--woohoo! a size medium is so awesome!!! :drinker:
Editing to add that I changed my pics. The profile is me sitting on a statue of some goats in Luzern, Switzerland, and the ticker is or the French Alps in Albertville, France.
My son is still in limbo on what to do but he is doing everything in his power to have options avail. He took a practice ACT test this week with his life coach. He would like to stay at home if either way for a little bit if he goes to school his move out of state once finished he hates the cold MN winters. He actually started a 2nd job this week that he thought could help him preapre for a career if he liked it which was Vavoline Oil - he felt if he liked it could lead to many career paths in auto world.0 -
@holly--that's great that your son is keeping options open. Before I started teaching, I worked for Pennzoil and he is right--there are a lot of career options in the automotive field.
@tom--good to hear from you. I was also wondering about alison, so I'm glad to hear she's getting her steps in.
@kris--good luck with those jobs applications!! :flowerforyou:
@cath--I wish gunner liked to fetch, but his idea of playing is for me to chase him around the yard. :ohwell:
@kris & cath--gunner's eyes (it's actually both) are doing better today. I'm concerned that it might be an allergic reaction which means I should figure out what caused it, but it started while I was on vacation and the hubs can't think of anything that would have caused it.
AFM--I went to the gym today and they have these very fancy treadmills (the trainer there said they use them in the NFL). Anyway, they allow you to do a fitness test as long as you have a chest strap HRM, so I made sure to wear mine today and did the test. In order to achieve the highest fitness rating in my age range, I needed to score a 42 or higher. In order to achieve the highest rating for a 20 year old, I needed a 49 or higher. I scored a 51 :noway: !!! I almost did a happy dance right there on the treadmill. :bigsmile:
Exercise Goals:
Sat--walk gunner DONE
Sun--run outside (w/ gunner) DONE
Mon--walk gunner DONE
Tues--run outside (w/ gunner) DONE
Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Thurs--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Fri--rest day
Sat--Rugged Maniac!!!0 -
I just did my squats - 40 of them while holding a 3 lb dumbell up at ear level in each hand. Truly a lot harder. I was sweating at 24, and breathing VERY hard at 32, and extremely relieved when I reached 40! I'm not ready for the 5 # weights yet!0
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Marca- Happy Birthday. Best wishes for the year ahead.
MyMowMow- Good luck with the job interviews.
Karen- Glad Gunner is doing better and I love the pictures.
Robin- Great job on the squats. Hope the higher weight goes well.
So many people have already said everything I wanted to add so I will defer to their comments above.
I am so excited today---My victory for this week is---wait for it======I ran 2 miles today in a little over 25 minutes
then did a sprint finish. I am so excited about this accomplishment. Right now, I am training for my first 5K at the end of September most likely the 29th since the 21st maybe pushing it a little. After my workout, I swam for over a half mile today. It was a great workout today and I am so happy with everything that I have accomplished. My trainer and I have worked out a training plan to help me reach the 5K mark by the end of September. Darcy even offered to run my first 5K with me if she is not busy. I may do the one on the 29th of September for this reason. Darcy is doing an Iron Eagle triathlon on the 21st.- Half an Ironman.
The next few days have the potential to be very crazy.
My friend's (Jane) mom will have a lumpectamy and the doctors are confident they can get it all out. The surgery will be on the 12th. This is good news for the family.
Then I was speaking with my friend Jenna who's dad died this week. He suffered a stroke on Monday and essentially died but he was on life support so he could donate some organs. This gave his daughter some additional time to spend with her dad before he declared dead. She was Thankful for that time. I spoke to her today and how we can get together. I was thinking about going up for the funeral but then realized how busy they are going to be and that she would need someone after everyone had gone home. Right now everything is up in the air-since she is also dealing with some personal issues as well. So next week I will most like be taking a trip to Oakland or helping her drive back to Texas with the kids. The second option is not ideal but I will help however I can. My thought process is that she and her mom will need some support after the funeral and people have left. I can always look after her kids so she can get quality time with her Mom. Not sure how it will all play out but I want to be a help and not a hinderance.
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@laurie--I was wondering about your friend's mom--that is good news. I think it's really nice of you to go help out your other friend who just lost her dad--I'm sure she'll truly appreciate your support. Congrats on that run!! I found that once I could run for 25 minutes straight, I could run the full 5k--I bet you could too.
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So I went to the dr's. I am having blood work done to check my thyroid and estrogen levels and hormones. My NP was telling me about this program that they run for 12 weeks. It is a diet program for their patients. The next sign up is in September so I am tempted but here is the kicker: it costs 400 dollars.
Ouch!! My Fitness Pal is free:)
I had a great dinner: steamed zucchini and yellow squash with Tyson chicken strips. I have enough leftover for lunch tomorrow.0 -
LaurieK:;
I see that you are a runner. I have started a c25k program and am in week 1. My shins are killing me, any suggestions?0 -
So I went to the dr's. I am having blood work done to check my thyroid and estrogen levels and hormones. My NP was telling me about this program that they run for 12 weeks. It is a diet program for their patients. The next sign up is in September so I am tempted but here is the kicker: it costs 400 dollars.
Ouch!! My Fitness Pal is free:)
I had a great dinner: steamed zucchini and yellow squash with Tyson chicken strips. I have enough leftover for lunch tomorrow.
Put that $400 away for rewards for yourself as you follow the FREE MFP guidelines! Your dinner sounds yummy with the plus that you have left-overs - I'd say you've got this!0 -
So I went to the dr's. I am having blood work done to check my thyroid and estrogen levels and hormones. My NP was telling me about this program that they run for 12 weeks. It is a diet program for their patients. The next sign up is in September so I am tempted but here is the kicker: it costs 400 dollars.
Ouch!! My Fitness Pal is free:)
I had a great dinner: steamed zucchini and yellow squash with Tyson chicken strips. I have enough leftover for lunch tomorrow.
Put that $400 away for rewards for yourself as you follow the FREE MFP guidelines! Your dinner sounds yummy with the plus that you have left-overs - I'd say you've got this!
Hopefully my body will catch up as well...0 -
BUMP/WATERTAG :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:0
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@luster--if you haven't already done so, go to a runner's store and get fitted for good running shoes. That's your first line of defense against injuries such as shin splints. If your shoes aren't the culprit, it's usually the way you are striking the ground--make sure you aren't pounding the pavement or coming down too hard on the full flat of your foot.
@robin--I like your new do!0 -
Well, I didn't make it to the gym today - I was just too exhausted so swapping Thursday and Friday this week, since I did some stretching and back exercises ( they sort of qualify as yoga ). After that I took a nap, then proceeded to finish off the chocolate chips in the pantry. I didn't go over in calories but did in carbs, tomorrow is a new day.
@Robin~I the new hair-do!!!
@Karen~Wow, that is stupendous. I bet you were excited!
@Laurie~Hooray for that milestone, what an awesome run. You are improving more and more each day. :bigsmile:0 -
Robin- Like the new hair style.
luster- I agree with Karen (skinnyjeanz) and her advice about shoes and how your feet are striking the ground. Are you warming up before you run? I have found that warming up for about 20-30 minutes is key to my calf's not hurting as bad when I start out. I have just started running in the past 2 months started in June so I am not an expert and I am still in learning mode. One key to remember when starting out is to run and a brisk walk- meaning that you are jogging no faster than your fastest walk. My trainer taught me how to do this so I don't start off to fast.
Karen-Thanks for that vote of confidence in running 25 allowed you to complete the 5K. I am excited but extremely nervous about doing a 5k.
I think my first 5K will be on September 29 at a local park.
Workout Plans
Sunday- Gym- cardio - DONE
Monday-Trainer 5K prep aka running drills and cardio DONE
Tuesday- Rock climbing/ belaying may do something else but not sure??? Gym for bike and row 30 minutes
Wednesday- Rest or swim REST
Thursday- Trainer 5K run (2 miles) +++swim DONE and DONE .75 miles :bigsmile:
Friday- Climbing
Saturday- swim or gym0 -
Thanks for the comments on my 'do. Its really blunt cut. Those barbs jutting down are earrings, making it look jagged. DOH!
Mackbeth - sounds like almost a full family reunion you had, and a stupendous swim in chilly waters - you seal, you! :noway:
Queen - I've been going to counseling on and off for 40 years, it pays for itself....stay-at-home-discovery-vacations I call each session. A great way to grow, hope you get something positive out of it.
Glad to hear your son is so pro-active about his career after HS. He sounds very smart.
CathEsh - isn't sitting on the patio heavenly? and Luna can't trouble you there, how funny!
Tom - glad you dropped by! How's the office move coming? Are you in the boxing up stage now?
skinny - what a brilliant success -scoring a 51 on the fitness treadmill - WOOT! :drinker: You're better, fitter than a 20 year old. THat's so amazing. We need a medal smiley!
Laurie - great victory on the racetrack! You have progressed so well so far so fast! :bigsmile: That fact that you ran and then did a sprint really blows me away! Happy dance!
Your friend Jenna is blessed to have you for a friend. She will appreciate whatever you work out to be by her side.0 -
MowMow ~ Yay! On the jobS! :flowerforyou:
mnwalkingqn ~ I noticed on your profile that you are going back to school. What are you getting your degree in? I went back to school and got my Bachelor's Degree at age 40, so good for you! (I got my Master's at age 52.)
Skinny ~ Wowza on the treadmill! Happy dance for you!
Laurie ~ You make me tired just reading about your running and swimming! WTG! You are a very good friend for your friend who lost her dad.
I did two sets of 100 squats!!! ... in the water! :bigsmile: Does that count? :huh:
Has anyone heard of Skinny Fiber? What do you think?
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Hi everyone. Just popping in real quick before I toddle off for an early night. First ty for all the kind wishes for my husband, they are greatly appreciated. Robin your hair looks very flattering. MowMow good luck on the job front. Skinny thats amazing about the treadmill truly awesome nsv. Welcome to all the new faces. For everyone else I hope all continues to go well. Have a great night and cya tomorrow.
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Thanks Kaye & M0W for the cruise advice. We did decide to go ahead and go. Still working out the details (friends who may or or may not go holding us up because we need to book a triple or quad cabin). Can't find a photographer for the couple
The closest I found is $200 more than me and doesn't include an engagement session, less hours etc. Sigh... I'll probably be throwing them a free engagement session for the hassle. Our prices are really low for wedding photographers so I know its going to be hard finding someone to come close.
Wanted to let you all know I won't be on MFP until Monday. Leaving early in the AM to help my cousin with his charity event (5K & Music festival) for diabetes. He has pretty much put the whole thing together himself and I know he is going to need the help, I really hope some more people volunteer or its going to be a hectic Saturday! If it goes well maybe more people will help him if he does it again next year. Fingers crossed for that.
Night! See you all on Monday!0 -
TGIF!
Just time for a few personals this morning, will check back after work to catch up and for Friday Fitness.
@Kris~Glad that position was finally posted and have another job prospect, good luck with the search and interviewing process!
@Holly~Sounds like DS has a plan, that’s good – most kids his age don’t.
@Laurie~You’re being a really supportive friend, I’m sure Jenna really appreciates your friendship. She will really appreciate the company once things settle down.
I’m dealing with my grandmother’s health declining. I’m sure I’ve mentioned before that she’s in congestive heart failure, has been in/out of the hospital a lot this year. Her lungs and heart are now failing, she has returned home on hospice – she’s a fighter, though we aren’t sure how much longer she’ll be with us. She’s 90 and I know that she’s had a good, long life – but I’m selfish too, she and I are so close and talk on the phone almost every day. I know she’s tired and she’s tired of fighting, she and I have talked a lot about this lately – so my prayer for her is that she goes peacefully in her sleep one night. I’ve been on an emotional roller-coaster most of this week trying to comes to terms, but it’s been hard. I did sleep better last night though and Zoe sure stuck to me like glue, I think she knows.0 -
Tom - glad you dropped by! How's the office move coming? Are you in the boxing up stage now?
skinny - what a brilliant success -scoring a 51 on the fitness treadmill - WOOT! :drinker: You're better, fitter than a 20 year old. THat's so amazing. We need a medal smiley!
Yay for Karen!
I wish I had the time to start boxing up the hardware engineering lab and that is what I am supposed to be doing but I also have a few high priority projects to finish. I think we have to go to CA on a work trip too. The moved has been postponed until 8/16.
Quote of the Day: - “If you find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.” ~Unknown
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Kah-Prayers for your grandmother. I hope she passes quickly but it is still hard waiting for it to happen. I know she loves those phone conversations with you and they bring her comfort and joy.
Cath- The squats in the pool count as well. That is a lot of squats way to go.
Tom- Good luck getting everything done. It always seems that things happen at one time.
Virgo- Good luck with the fundraiser. Did your cousin but out a call for volunteers for the event? That may help to attract a few more people.
Karen- Great job on the fitness treadmill.
Today, will be a slightly busy day. I am going bike shopping again with a friend today and will most likely end up with the Cannondale bike. Then I will be climbing tonight. I spoke to my friend Jenna today and I will be heading to Oakland Maryland on Tuesday. While there I will be helping to entertain the kids, teach a few lessons in Math (homes chooled kids) and spending time with Jenna and her mom. Her mom is glad to have me visit at that time since things will start to calm down. This solves my vacation plans as well. I was thinking about going to the mountains this year so it is perfect. I will stay for a few days.0
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