Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !
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Hello
A quick drop in.
@Ushkii Thank you! Also don't give up keep hanging in there each day is a new start The fact you did get on that bike once is a start.
@MyMow -- Awesome love the new profile picture.
@Garetie - its awsome that you pushed yourself and did that bike ride. (it challenges me for I realise I have not push myself it the only thing I do is walk my dog. and I try to get as much exercise throughout my day. Parking the car further. But I haven't tried anything new like biking. It is great that you push yourself. My hat's off to you.
@Lin-- I agree it helps me too by reading people's posts both sides the postive and the struggles. :flowerforyou:
@Robin-- lol on tracking the fly. I use windex. :laugh:0 -
Is anyone interested in a Halloween challenge? Tomorrow it will be 50 days until Halloween. I need some motivation to boost either my steps or my miles, especially since the weather is cooling off and making walking/riding more do-able. Since I usually get in 10,000 steps on gym days, but not other days, I thought I'd challenge myself to about 400,000 steps in 7 weeks or a little less than 60,000 steps a week. Each participant could choose their own goal depending on their level of fitness, and then post a weekly total on Tuesdays. Anyone game??? I wear a fitbit, so going with steps is easy for me, but for those with a pedometer, a premeasured route, or who use equipment like a treadmill, bike or elliptical can record mileage shown on the equipment.
Ideas, suggestions? It's more fun when we can push each other along.
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Is anyone interested in a Halloween challenge? Tomorrow it will be 50 days until Halloween. I need some motivation to boost either my steps or my miles, especially since the weather is cooling off and making walking/riding more do-able. Since I usually get in 10,000 steps on gym days, but not other days, I thought I'd challenge myself to about 400,000 steps in 7 weeks or a little less than 60,000 steps a week. Each participant could choose their own goal depending on their level of fitness, and then post a weekly total on Tuesdays. Anyone game??? I wear a fitbit, so going with steps is easy for me, but for those with a pedometer, a premeasured route, or who use equipment like a treadmill, bike or elliptical can record mileage shown on the equipment.
Ideas, suggestions? It's more fun when we can push each other along.
Marsha
@Grammywhammy Ok, not going to lie- I DEFINITELY want to do this! It sounds like a blast and I love love love halloween. I think my challenge will be dancing every day no matter what. I want to try to get in... 2350 minutes of belly dancing in. That averages out to about 47 minutes a day. Looking now it probably shouldn't be too hard but if I push myself as much as I'd like, it should give me some visible results around halloween.
I'd also love to get out and walk a lot more. I have a pedometer on my phone so I can make good use of that at the park with my dogs.0 -
Monday- What a day???? Today started off not so hot as a major traffic light on my way to work decided to stay red for 10 minutes. I called 911- since I did not know who else to call and it was becoming a traffic hazard. As I was talking to the operator cars started running the red light and low and behold the light finally changed to green. The operator canceled the call but I hope they sent someone to check the light out. This is not the first time it has happened to me. Needless to say I was late for work. Today has been one of those days when I get nothing done during planning periods. To many interruptions and impromptu meetings with other teachers. I could go on and on but I will spare you the details. Needless to say--I want this week to get better but I have meetings all day tomorrow in addition to teaching my classes.:explode:
The tap dancing class has been postponed until the winter. We might be able to find some additional teachers to participate. I am okay with this since I really don't want to stay at school that late doing paper work.
Robin- Welcome back. Hope you feel better soon.
Congrats to everyone that has success this week. To those who are struggling keep plugging away. All the little things add up to make a difference.0 -
Is anyone interested in a Halloween challenge? Tomorrow it will be 50 days until Halloween. I need some motivation to boost either my steps or my miles, especially since the weather is cooling off and making walking/riding more do-able. Since I usually get in 10,000 steps on gym days, but not other days, I thought I'd challenge myself to about 400,000 steps in 7 weeks or a little less than 60,000 steps a week. Each participant could choose their own goal depending on their level of fitness, and then post a weekly total on Tuesdays. Anyone game??? I wear a fitbit, so going with steps is easy for me, but for those with a pedometer, a premeasured route, or who use equipment like a treadmill, bike or elliptical can record mileage shown on the equipment.
Ideas, suggestions? It's more fun when we can push each other along.
Marsha
I'm in!!! I love a good challenge! 49 miles in 7 weeks.. that averages 7 miles a week for me. I start school on the 24th, or I would give a longer distance goal.0 -
thanks for the encouragement guys.
Holy Toledo!!!! You look fabulous!!!!!!
Lin0 -
Is anyone interested in a Halloween challenge? Tomorrow it will be 50 days until Halloween. I need some motivation to boost either my steps or my miles, especially since the weather is cooling off and making walking/riding more do-able. Since I usually get in 10,000 steps on gym days, but not other days, I thought I'd challenge myself to about 400,000 steps in 7 weeks or a little less than 60,000 steps a week. Each participant could choose their own goal depending on their level of fitness, and then post a weekly total on Tuesdays. Anyone game??? I wear a fitbit, so going with steps is easy for me, but for those with a pedometer, a premeasured route, or who use equipment like a treadmill, bike or elliptical can record mileage shown on the equipment.
Ideas, suggestions? It's more fun when we can push each other along.
Marsha
Um, I am absolutely into doing this! Since I've finished my 5K and I'm training for 10K, I'd like to walk a 5k at minimum 3 days a week plus do my normal running. I guess I'm going to average right at maybe 12 miles a week. Times 7. That means I will end up doing 84 miles in 7 weeks. I think I can handle it. Who else is game?0 -
@marsha--I love the challenge idea, but I'm already in a Halloween challenge (it's called "scare yourself skinny" :laugh: ). I know from experience that I can't participate in more than this thread and ONE other group. But I will have fun cheering you all on! :drinker:
@margaret--great job going for that bike ride! Even though I love working out now, I often have days (especially WORK days!) when my inner "brat" whines about going. I just remind myself that I've often regretted NOT working out, but I've NEVER come home from the gym or a run thinking "gosh, I wish I didn't do that!" :laugh:
@mymowmow--Wowzer!! what a difference! :flowerforyou:
@ushkii--I agree with liz--at least you got on that bike once! keep going--I know you have it in you! maybe join the Halloween challenge and set a goal of a certain number of miles or minutes on that bike for the next 50 days...
@raven--I laughed when you said your lab was angry b/c you took the GP for extra walks--that's why Gunner is an only child. :laugh: He was in a fight with me last night b/c I came home smelling of my sister's dog...
@karenleona--glad that post-surgery weight is coming off :happy:
@jana--sometimes parents can be insensitive--I think it's b/c they love us so unconditionally, that they don't always think about turning on the filter. My dad was the same way when I was younger--he's gotten better b/c I've called him out on it over the years.
@cath--sorry to hear about your daughter--hope she gets well soon! :flowerforyou:
@maddalen--I had (have :frown: ) that same hang up about not wasting food. My mom instilled the concept in me and when I started here on MFP I found myself wanting to eat food just so it "wouldn't go bad" but it wouldn't fit my calorie allowance. My husband cooks like we have 8 kids (we have ZERO) and doesn't love leftovers. Instead of trying to gorge myself, I've learned to pack it up and freeze it, or just throw it away. I mean really, what good is it in my body if I'm not hungry and don't need the fuel? It's still a waste, but instead of just going into a landfill it goes to my waistline.
@auntievava--I was 247 at my heaviest, and though I never reached the point of not being able to move, stairs were a challenge and even a leisurely walk in cool weather had me sweating up a storm. I started c25k when I was at about 235 and struggled, but really started feeling better when I got down to about 220. I agree with nicole though--I don't think it's about getting to a certain weight. I believe every pound you take off will make a small difference--it will take 4 lbs of pressure off your knees, so your 9 lbs lost relieves 36 lbs from your knees. I also think weight loss alone won't make as much of a difference as moving more to build up your cardiovascular fitness and (as nicole said) eating healthier foods to fuel your body.
I can't remember who else I wanted to respond to, but I'll catch you next time! Welcome to the newlings!! :flowerforyou:
Oh, just remembered..
@andrea--can't detect poison...PRICELESS!! :laugh:
Monday Check-in:
I think I've conquered my last "food fear." Since I started MFP I have avoided buying frosted mini-wheats. I used to eat them all the time w/ light soy milk. They're not terrible for you, but when you eat a whole box in 3 days, it's a problem. :grumble: Anyway, I've had all of my other "binge" foods in the house since then: ice cream (REAL ice cream), doritos, chocolate. Sure I've gone overboard here or there, and I certainly don't keep them as staples in the house, but I'm not afraid to buy them once in a while. Saturday, the frosted mini-wheats were on sale on an end display at the grocery. I decided to buy them and had a bowl (1.5 serving w/ 1 cup of light Silk) that night for my evening snack. I realized tonight that I had completely forgotten about them since then. I know it's only been 2 days, but that is a huge victory for me. What's more, even though I remembered them tonight, I don't have any desire to eat them right now. :bigsmile:
Mon--walk dog (donating blood) DONE!!
Tues--walk dog + core work (union board mtg)
Wed--long run w/ dog (faculty mtg)
Thurs--core work (haircut/pedi)
Fri--walk dog
Sat--walk dog + gym
Sun--walk dog + gym
Grading goals:
1. x/22 vocab quizzes
2. 5/58 motif analyses
Really want to get those motif essays done by Friday--going to get 5 more done tonight before bed!0 -
Toots: That fellow with the curls and big baby blues is my g-son Max wearing HIS baptism suit. BTW, your cutie is precious.
thanks. she is very little and they couldn't find a suit small enough to fit her :laugh: i think medium was the smallest and she was just swimming in it. we had to roll the bottom up like four times.I'd like to know if I can join this message board. I am one of those women who needs to lose 100 LBS. I want to do it without surgery (lapband). So, here I am...please accept and help me.
~CJ
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@Andrea - I was drinking lemonade when I read your comment about the new boss' chemistry skills (or lack there of) - lemonade in the nose is just strange :noway:
I just realized today that I've lost the equivalent to a large bag of dogfood (and a little more) - and that amazes me. I still don't really see the difference (I do see different sizes of clothes, but just don't feel that I look any smaller).0 -
Monday Check-In: Today was a good day. I did 75 minutes on the treadmill this AM. I brought some of my leftover Pork & Kraut for lunch, which was so good and tried some new Gluten Free Sugar Cookies, which were not too bad. Dinner was Grilled Chicken Taco's. Overall, food and exercise was really good for today. Life is good!!!0
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The last couple of times I posted on here my post didn't "stick" ?0
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Monday Check-In - I am up 1.8 pounds but my pants are getting looser again, so I am just thinking it is probably a temporary gain and not to worry. Although as part of the September challenge I think I am going to get back on the Wii again. The weather is definitely changing and the outdoor sports are not going to be as doable as they have been. I hope to take a few more pounds off before the high school reunion on the 23rd. (don't want to be the chubbiest one there, totally vein goal, but there it is.)0
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@raven--I laughed when you said your lab was angry b/c you took the GP for extra walks--that's why Gunner is an only child. :laugh: He was in a fight with me last night b/c I came home smelling of my sister's dog...
@Skinny yeah he's a bit spoiled. Now he's mad at me 'cause he and Kenzie didn't get to go for a walk today (not for lack of wanting to). We took 'em out to play though so he's still a bit tuckered. He threw a tantrum though. I left the room and he got ahold of some paper towels in the trash can and ripped them up.0 -
My dog is jealous of my lap top computer. He is of the opinion that my lap belongs to HIM!0
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My dog is jealous of my lap top computer. He is of the opinion that my lap belongs to HIM!
My dog is the same way!! I keep it on the sofa table (behind the couch) so when he sees me reach for it, he knows "petting time" is over. He gives out this really "grumpy old man" sigh of frustration. He also will rest his chin right on the keyboard or on my forearm while I'm trying to type. :laugh:0 -
@raven--I laughed when you said your lab was angry b/c you took the GP for extra walks--that's why Gunner is an only child. :laugh: He was in a fight with me last night b/c I came home smelling of my sister's dog...
@Skinny yeah he's a bit spoiled. Now he's mad at me 'cause he and Kenzie didn't get to go for a walk today (not for lack of wanting to). We took 'em out to play though so he's still a bit tuckered. He threw a tantrum though. I left the room and he got ahold of some paper towels in the trash can and ripped them up.
Gunner tried to throw a tantrum right after we got him. He kept digging in the yard while we were all sitting out there, so I put him in the house. We could see him prancing around in the kitchen--weren't sure what he was up to, but I had just read something about "shunning" to discourage unruly behavior, so we were trying not to let him see us watching him. After we could hear (and sneakily see) that he had calmed down, I went in the house and found that he had gotten my sneakers and tossed them around the kitchen. While still shunning him, I calmly picked them up and put them back by the front door and went about my business. After about a half hour we acknowledged him again. He's never touched anything of ours again. :laugh:0 -
My dog is jealous of my lap top computer. He is of the opinion that my lap belongs to HIM!
My dog is the same way!! I keep it on the sofa table (behind the couch) so when he sees me reach for it, he knows "petting time" is over. He gives out this really "grumpy old man" sigh of frustration. He also will rest his chin right on the keyboard or on my forearm while I'm trying to type. :laugh:
:laugh: Mine too!
We shun our dog when he is bad. It is the ONLY thing that works. But shunning is very effective.0 -
My dog is jealous of my lap top computer. He is of the opinion that my lap belongs to HIM!
My dog is the same way!! I keep it on the sofa table (behind the couch) so when he sees me reach for it, he knows "petting time" is over. He gives out this really "grumpy old man" sigh of frustration. He also will rest his chin right on the keyboard or on my forearm while I'm trying to type. :laugh:
@Skinny LOL! Nero does that too! XD I know I shouldn't encourage it because he's demanding attention at that point but it's sooooo cute. He'll look up at me with those pretty brown eyes of his, tongue drooling all over my arm and ears totally forward with this forlorn look on his face. Most of the time I manage to avoid it by looking away but I always have trouble holding in the snicker lol.Gunner tried to throw a tantrum right after we got him. He kept digging in the yard while we were all sitting out there, so I put him in the house. We could see him prancing around in the kitchen--weren't sure what he was up to, but I had just read something about "shunning" to discourage unruly behavior, so we were trying not to let him see us watching him. After we could hear (and sneakily see) that he had calmed down, I went in the house and found that he had gotten my sneakers and tossed them around the kitchen. While still shunning him, I calmly picked them up and put them back by the front door and went about my business. After about a half hour we acknowledged him again. He's never touched anything of ours again. laugh
@Skinny Kenzie has a thing for shoes too. She never tears them up or anything... she'll just pick it up, run around with it a bit and then lay down on it. The pillows are another story though. She loves to get ahold of pillows and will chew on them incessantly. We've tried the "bite" on her and she'll stop for a little while but next time she gets wired she's back at it. We've also tried shunning her for it too but it doesn't seem to affect her much, if any. I know we need to claim them whenever she does that but she only acknowledges it when I do it and then when I'm not in the room and someone else is watching her... she's right back at it.laugh Mine too!
We shun our dog when he is bad. It is the ONLY thing that works. But shunning is very effective.
@AngelikaLumiere I try that sometimes when Nero or Kenzie is bad. They seem to think that means it's play time though lol. They'll start in the living room on the carpet, get up to full speed and then slide into the room when they hit the hardwood floor lol. I usually "bite" them when they're bad. (Bite= equalling a sharp but not rough or harsh touch on either the haunches (nero) or the scruff (Kenzie)) It actually works pretty well for both of them and they'll calm down almost immediately.0 -
@Robin - Track the c alories burned from fly hunting!!
Monday check in - I finally lost a few lbs and hopefully am back on a downward trend. If anyone is interested, here is a before (insert) and current picture....
http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk131/krissyburjan/Cat Forum/?action=view&current=Beforeandafter.jpg
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Coming in at an odd point in the convo, as I have no dog lore to share. Funny stories, though!
@ Laurie and lmackbethl: Portland is a great city (I live in a suburb). Depending on time and transportataion, totally agree that the waterfalls and trails out I-84 are great. Also, check out the Saturday Market in town (runs all weekend most of the year, do some holiday shopping with no sales tax!), and I find the Japanese Garden to be one of the loveliest places in the city. We are a beverage culture -- wine, beer, and coffee are all huge, and there are lots of restaurants with wonderful seasonal, locally-sourced food. Be prepared to enjoy!
@ Andrea: what a mess! Totally love the happy Monday thought. Too bad your new director lacks vision or respect. Clearly she didn't take the trouble to educate herself about what makes your school and program special. Hopefully, your superintendant and Board members set her straight. Hope your hubby is cured by the surgery.
Speaking of health issues, Helen, CALL YOUR DOCTOR. What you are describing is not okay. Unless your next appointment is this week, pick up the phone.
Robin, good to see you back, with sense of humor intact. Heal quickly!
Monday check in: hovering around my lowest weight (dropped about 5 lbs quickly when I got back on the wagon). Did fine Saturday until dinner, then made a crappy choice and went way over. Weekly net numbers were fine, but still. Sunday and today, though, still doing okay. Much better success keeping carbs down than in August, so far, which feels good. Will still focus on food this week, but need to get moving more! Haven't decided how I want to attack that.
Okay, all, it's late and I need to head to bed. Hugs to all!0 -
Monday check-in: no problems on the weekend but today blew my goal of walking 30 minutes and doing kettlebell routine due to my grandsons not being at the friend's house where they were suppose to be. They are both restricted to our property for the next 2 days for SCARING THE C**P OUT OF THEIR GRANDMOTHER! I WILL be back on track tomorrow morning!
@nance - I do drink the Bragg's Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV). If I'm drinking 2Tbs in 8oz of water I add a packet of Stevia in the Raw. If I put it in my 33oz water bottles I just drink as is. I like the flavor and find it to be a refreshing drink. The slightly sour taste eliminates my sugar cravings.
@Helenatrandom - If it were me I'd be making a doc appt to have that checked out ASAP
@MyMow - Wowee Kazowee girlfriend totally inspiring!
thanks to all of the rest of you who posted - kudos to those with successes and a helping hand shout out to those who need motivation and encouragement - we're in this together - you CAN do it!
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For me, it is my cat Jasper who is jealous and then he usually decides if he can't get on my lap as I am using my laptop he sits on the laptop itself...My dog is jealous of my lap top computer. He is of the opinion that my lap belongs to HIM!
Robin - glad to see you are back.
Jana - Congrats on completing the 5K
Belated Monday Check In - another pound lost this week, although I am not sure how, as I have been over my calories all week usually between 500 and 1000, but Sunday was really bad (over 5000:embarassed: ), so this leads me to....
Tuesday Goals, to get to the gym every day and for my calories to be under or within 50 cals of my limit for 4 out of the next 7 days...I know this seems a bit odd as really it should be 7 out of 7, but this is something I have not managed to do while I have been logging, so I think it maybe easier to set a shorter goal for this week, then once I reach this goal, increase it be one day a week until I get to the 7 out of 7. So to start, here's off to the gym after making a healthy snack for after (as I have to go to the supermarket after, as post gym hunger + food shopping = disaster especially as they have a pie shop)0 -
I don't love 5 am on tuesdays. I don't love 5 am any day but whatever. Good thing #1, I ate breakfast again!
On Sunday I went grocery shopping with my sister. I actually didn't need anything. The goal was to shop with her and help her buy things to cook all week. This is in an attempt to help her (and myself) by trying to get her out of this 6 night a week takeout thing her family is into, and help my nephew who is 120 pounds at 8 years old. Sunday we made a London broil on the grill and lots of vegetables. Last night I worked with my nephew and we made individual pizzas using whole wheat dough. Is it the absolute most healthy option? No. But it was WAY better than him eating half a Domino's pizza. My thoughts were, he will appreciate it having participated, it kept him from sitting around eating junk while we did all the work and clean up, and it's built in portion control. that was the pizza he got, that was his meal. We did have salad with it, and we had gotten fruit if he wanted a snack after dinner. Tonight I am going there to show her how to make baked chicken. She doesn't cook at all. I told her we need to make extra chicken because tomorrow night this can be a chicken fajita for him, or a salad. I think she's starting to get it. And my nephew doesn't say much but he's very quick to hug and hold on these days. Even at 8 I think he recognizes that we have some of the same struggles. Tonight I'd like to take him for a walk to the playground.
Actually between her, her husband, 4 kids and my mom, and usually me, they spend so much money on restaurants and takeout I should just cook and they can hire me a trainer!0 -
Oh! Almost forgot. Having 3 dogs myself I get all the dog posts!! Lately I am addicted to dog-shaming.com. Anyone with a dog will appreciate it it you haven't seen it yet.0
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Tuesday goal - well my goal for this week (and next) is the same as one of my September goals -- to complete my 6-day, 63-mile backpacking trip without injuring myself. Of course, this is a bit easier said than done when you're still nearly 200 pounds overweight. This leads me to my second goal, which is to push aside any aches and/or discomforts and enjoy every minute and every mile that I get to spend on the trail with my 73-year old father (who is in way better shape than I am). We are so blessed to have this time together!! I'm flying out to Oregon tomorrow, and after a day spent with family, we will hit the trail on Friday! One foot in front of the other....0
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Tuesday Goal: You know honestly my goal is to stop reading so many threads.
***Rant warning!!!****
I have read many different opinions and thoughts about whether or not people should eat back all, half, or none of their exercise calories back. I've also seen many posts about people concerned about how many calories their friends net throughout the day. Granted I understand their concern. I've been there on both sides of the fence.
When I first joined MFP- My very first day- I had a total BEFORE exercise of 400 calories in a day. That was because I ate one meal a day. Why did I eat one meal a day? I ate when I was hungry. Was I TRYING to starve myself? No! Not in the least- I literally just wasn't hungry and I didn't think much of it.
After that first day, I immediately tried to up my calories. I read up on "starvation mode" and what it could do to my body and I tried to remedy the situation. Apparently, though, I'm still doing things wrong- apparently there are those that believe people like me have an eating disorder.
I would like to say now that I have read the views of both sides of the coin here. I understand that MFP's calorie goal automatically starts you off on a deficit. I really do. On average before exercise I have a net gain of anywhere from 1000-1200 calories a day. Low? Maybe- could I up it? Probably but my body is still getting used to the sudden change from such a low calorie intake to something considerably higher. It's NOT something that should be done overnight... but I did it because I learned QUICKLY what could be happening to my body. I didn't WANT to starve myself- I was just stupid to my body's needs.
Now after exercise, depending on how much I do during the day I average a NET gain of anywhere from 500-900 calories after my exercise (Again I realize this COULD be upped but since I've upped it considerably I feel this next step should be taken a little more slowly so I don't make myself ill).
The thing is, however, that according to my doctor (a medical professional) the way to lose weight is to burn more calories than I take in. (Again I refer back to the fact that I understand there's automatically a deficit due to how MFP's goals are set up and the fact that I don't want to make myself sick.)
However, I do resent that it was implied someone like me has an eating disorder. I don't obsess over my calories- what I obsess over is when I get lacks in my choices and eat food I know is horribly unhealthy to me! IE- tonight I had pizza because my dad requested I make some. I could have moderated how much I ate but since we're currently running low on healthy choices, I ate more to ensure that I didn't starve myself. Do I regret it? Yes! I feel bloated because of the crap on the pizza. Should I have eaten less? If I had healthier options- yeah probably. Eating more was the lesser of two evils though- I chose the bloated feeling over the hunger pangs.
Some people are too judgmental of others and it really bothers me. I know there are those out there that do intentionally starve themselves to lose weight. It's not the right way to do it. Some people can't help it- but I have taken the steps necessary to try and AVOID it since I learned what I was doing.
****End rant***
Sorry for the insanely long rant but the implication in another thread really bothered me. I know I don't have a high net gain and I know that I still have room for improvement. I'm trying to improve. It's just going to take a bit of time.
btw...
@Andreabeatty THAT SITE IS TOO CUTE! I love the "I play with things that aren't mine and use my 'cuteness' to not get in trouble." one0 -
Is anyone interested in a Halloween challenge? Tomorrow it will be 50 days until Halloween. I need some motivation to boost either my steps or my miles, especially since the weather is cooling off and making walking/riding more do-able. Since I usually get in 10,000 steps on gym days, but not other days, I thought I'd challenge myself to about 400,000 steps in 7 weeks or a little less than 60,000 steps a week. Each participant could choose their own goal depending on their level of fitness, and then post a weekly total on Tuesdays. Anyone game??? I wear a fitbit, so going with steps is easy for me, but for those with a pedometer, a premeasured route, or who use equipment like a treadmill, bike or elliptical can record mileage shown on the equipment.
Ideas, suggestions? It's more fun when we can push each other along.
Marsha
Great idea! I'm in! My trainer wants me to try running again and I'm doing the Turkey Trot on Thankgiving morning with a friend from work - I haven't decided if I'm walking or running the 5k yet - but this will be great motivation for either.0 -
Good Tuesday Morning!
Many thanks to all for your support, encouragement, and advice! I am happy to report that keeping my sodium intake to a total of 1200 mg and drinking 12 glasses of water yesterday did help to flush those fluids out of my body (from the evil pizza and breadsticks that assaulted me when I walked into Target on Sunday). I was so glad to see 4.4 of the 5 pounds gained over the weekend were gone when I got on the scale this morning (of course that also meant 3 trips to the bathroom during the night, but it's worth it)!
Special thanks to
@kah68 - you were right on the money about the sodium from the food and upping the water intake - smart girl! - and for letting me know that it's okay for me to NOT want gastric bypass surgery
@naceto - instructive on not just the weight loss but increasing activity and eating good foods that are good for me. What is eating "clean"?
@lizmil79 - it feels less lonely to realize I'm not the only one who has doubted that a chair would hold me - I often will say "Oh, I've been sitting all day, I'm need to stand for a while," when in reality I've eyed the available seating and decided (a) the chair will break if i sit in it, or (b) I won't fit between the arms of that chair, or (c) that that couch is so low I know I won't be able to get up out of it without assistance. Does the confidence to sit in any chair return with weight loss?
@skinnyjeanzbo (you have me wondering how much weight you lose by donating a pint of blood?)
@MyMOwMOw - FABULOUS photo - the before and now pictures look like something you would see on Oprah! It is very inspiring - thanks for posting it. and thanks for the reminder that I can't let myself get so hungry that I make those bad choices!
You Robins Thread guys rock!
Tuesday Goal - it's just a tiny one, but important to me personally - to keep my sodium under 2000 mg and to drink at least 8 glasses of water again today. Dr.'s appt tomorrow at 4:15 pm.0 -
My dog is jealous of my lap top computer. He is of the opinion that my lap belongs to HIM!
My dog is the same way!! I keep it on the sofa table (behind the couch) so when he sees me reach for it, he knows "petting time" is over. He gives out this really "grumpy old man" sigh of frustration. He also will rest his chin right on the keyboard or on my forearm while I'm trying to type. :laugh:
The cat that I lost in March was the same way - as soon as I pulled the laptop out she decided she wanted to sit right on the keyboard. It was annoying and the reason I called her "bugaboo." I miss that sometimes.0
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