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betoGod

Hey everyone! Its been a good week for Jessica!! Can't wait for that to happen to me. So far only 1 person at the gym has commented positively, but he has seen me from the day I joined. He definitely thinks I've lost more than 4 pounds, so it goes to show the scale is NOT king! I love the way my clothes are started to hang on me. Not ready for a new size in pants yet, but maybe by the time this 90 day challenge is done I'll need suspenders to hold them up. :laugh:

Raymond, Its not a soap box, its the Truth. Don't hide what you believe. You never know whose life you may touch each day. He is in all of our lives whether we believe or not. I bless you for your faith.

Had a tough day today after my leg workout yesterday. Can't figure out if the problem is a very old injury acting up in my hip, or just over working the muscles and tendons. Otherwise all is going well and I keep losing despite going over my calories each day.

nicolee516

Hey everyone! I'm just checkin' in! I did my 30 day flail today and I ran fartleks inner-mixed in my 6 miles today! Whew! I hope it will help me get faster for this weekend! On saturday, I have a race called the winter predictor, you actually predict what time you are going to finish the race in beforehand. You aren't even allowed to wear a watch. It's a 13k. 8.06 miles to be exact. HA! I am using as my long run. I am going to have fun without a watch. I NEVER run without my watch! I actually was a little unsure what time to predict, so I was on the conservative side, hopefully I will actually be faster than what I predicted!


Everyone- I hear ya on the food too! I only really have healthy food in the house, but I sure do go overboard on it, especially on the carbs! Who would think that granola could be so good, but so bad???:noway: :grumble:

vhuber

Ran 2.25 miles then did my p90x KENPO
So Far Way Under Calories
I have had so far 3 servings of protein
I have achieved all my goals except one day this week (that was calories)
Good job team mates and I hope you are being a warrior this weekend!

Verda,

I just wanted to confirm what you desire in the post this week.

Week 2
no weight to post
P90X/Insanity workout each day
6 days at or under cal target (good job!)
Met goal to eat more protein

Week 1
care to provide the goal data? I will update.

I just want to be sure you are happy with the data. I have it set up as:
P90X/Insanity daily (number of days)
Days < Cal (number of days)
Protein intake (Y/N field)

Can you confirm please.

Thanks,
Raymond.

Thank you Raymond! I was 100% except one day I was over on cals!
Verda

vhuber

I have had a tough few days! My brother inlaw died of a heart attack at the age of 59 and I have been pushing through my grief with fitness! Today was the funeral and I missed breakfast and then bombed lunch at the church then tonite I ate two slices of pizza after my hour workout! Just no will power today! I had lot's of compliments from people who have not seen me in years which was very moral boosting but then i turned around and blew the "diet" out of the water! I give thanks for being blessed with a new day and a new start! Well at least I got in my P90X workout and did good on the protein but today was over on cals!

iRun4wine

Verda... hang in there. ::hug:: I know it's tough, and please allow yourself some extra freedom for the next couple days. I'm a very firm believer that sometimes you just have to do what you have to do to get through today and worry about tomorrow when it gets here.

Actually, that's kind of a good transition to what I was going to say even before I saw Verda's post. I have just felt SO overwhelmed the last few months. Some of you know, and others do not, but basically it started in September/October when I started having major stomach issues. They thought I might have Celiac's (allergic to gluten/wheat) but weren't sure. For a month and a half I did the gluten-free diet, which made me feel amazing, but was challenging to say the least. Then, when I was finally able to see a specialist he said he wants to do an endoscopy to determine if I have Celiac's or not, but of course... I have to start eating gluten (the stuff that makes me feel terrible) again. So, for the last month or so I've been eating gluten, and not feeling great. My endoscopy is Monday and I'm super, super freaked out about it :embarassed:

Then, December was the 5 year anniversary of my Mom passing away- she had a heart attack at 49 when I was just 21 and I miss her dearly... more so as time goes on. On top of that, my sister has made some terrible, terrible choices in her life- she's living with her abusive boyfriend (she's moved out several times, but ultimately returns each time), has a drug problem, no car, and has been unemployed for a year now. It bothers me because that's not how we were raised, and that's just not my sister. I get so embarrassed, but I feel like it makes us sound like a dysfunctional family and I almost literally grew up with the stereotypical white picket fence out front, 2.4 kids and the dog. So, as you can imagine my Dad (now a single parent) is stressed out, trying to figure out "where he went wrong", etc. and that's killing me. Additionally, work has been incredibly stressful and I can feel myself about to explode most days.

So, I confess that this week has not been my best. I was holding it together ok until tonight- I had already logged all my food and calories for the day, but I ended up going out to a local pub and having wings, nachos and a drink and totally and completely 100% blew it.

Anyhow, sorry for the rant- I'm not normally a "share my life story with a bunch of strangers" type of girl. Guess I just had to vent. Tonight was one of those nights that I just had to do what I had to do to get through today- did it really help anything? No. So have I gained anything? No. Just ate a whole bunch of calories I didn't need. But, live and learn. Tomorrow will be a better day.

I'm off my soapbox now... or should I say the big comfy couch that you always see in movies and TV shows at a psychiatrist's office

vhuber

Thanks Kelynn and hugs back to you! I KNOW what you mean about a loved one choosing such a mess of a life and all we can do is "PRAY" for them that they would wake up before it is too late!! hang in there girl!

Jessica68

We are alike in many ways
our past, present & future.
Sufferings, disappointments, failures, issues
Goals & accomplishments.

And I can see where we are all Gaining Wisdom & Knowledge because of this too

:flowerforyou:


Its too late to change the Past but the Future is still at hand!

Tomorrow IS a new day!:drinker:

Jessica68

Keylnn..."so tell me..and how does that make you feel?" as the psychiatrist's would say ! lol
Seriously...praying for you and your Dr results. And really, thanks for sharing .

Verda:: Hugs to you too.
And dont you worry about what you ate today, you are always such a powerhouse!

Jessica68

"If you're going through hell, keep going. "
~ Winston Churchill

"A bend in the road is not the end of the road... unless you fail to make the turn. "
~ Unknown


"I have heard there are troubles of more than one kind.
Some come from ahead and some come from behind.
But I've bought a big bat. I'm all ready you see.
Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me!"
~ Dr. Seuss

nicolee516

Verda- I am so sorry for your loss. It's difficult, especially when it is so sudden! Give yourself time!

Kelynn- I was wondering when your appt. was! I thought it was this week for some reason. As for your sister, as difficult as it is to watch her go through this, remind your dad (and you) that this is her journey and the path that she chose. That is in no way making him a bad father and that he failed her. He gave her all of the tools necessary, she is just not choosing to use them. That is her choice, and nothing he has done has made her do this. It is of her own doing.:flowerforyou: Hang in there!:flowerforyou:

vhuber

Thanks Jess, very uplifting reads!

iRun4wine

Jessica, thank you for the quotes... I think I need to put them up on the wall in my office (at work, and at home!)

Nicole, thank you for thinking of me :blushing: Yep, I go on Monday and I'm super nervous about it :embarassed: And, you're right- this is the path that my sister chose. Why? I don't know, but there really isn't much I can do about it. I guess that's part of what makes it so frustrating.

Sorry again, all for kind of telling my life story. I felt like my body was going to explode yesterday! In addition to my weight loss goals, I think I need to work on taking care of myself mentally in 2010

RunRideRay

RunRideRay

RunRideRay

Wow, what a great week. It's fantastic to see the weight loss in so many, and also everyone fighting to get those workouts in (including me). Please email me with any corrections and I will get it updated with the next chart.

It is also great to see everyone so supportive and helpful during times of difficulty. Hang in there

Jessica68

:drinker:

sittin here chugging my water, get ready for the gym..thanks for posting the charts..gives me that extra push I need!

Jessica68

ITS MOUNTAIN DEW FRIDAY !!!! :drinker:

RunRideRay

Ya, Mt Dew Friday.

I've been a snacker all week, blah! It was good having an appt this morning for bloodwork forcing me to a 12 hour fast. No late snacking at least once . I'll try to make it two in a row tonight. Ya know, we have another weigh in weekend coming.

Raymond

Jessica68

Mountain Dew Friday


Friday may be our lil Mountain but we Can DEW it!

our mountain to climb before weigh in weekend!

iRun4wine

I've been a snacker all week, blah! It was good having an appt this morning for bloodwork forcing me to a 12 hour fast. No late snacking at least once . I'll try to make it two in a row tonight. Ya know, we have another weigh in weekend coming.

Raymond, I have an appointment for blood work this afternoon- I'm thinking I probably shouldn't go for a run afterwards- it would have to be right after I leave the appointment so probably not a good idea? I have to have a lot of blood drawn too because they're doing the genetic test for Celiac's, testing my thyroid levels, a food allergy panel, and also some other levels that are associated with Celiac's (not sure exactly).

Today was supposed to be a run day but I'm thinking I'll compromise and go for a walk instead. I'm nervous to go for a run (by myself) right after blood work! :sick:

This won't be a good check-in for me at all this week, but next week will be better- it has to be! The last few days the "this very well could be the last time I can eat _______" (Chinese food, brownies, pizza, etc.) has really started to get to me. And I've caved in a little... ok, a lot. But, like I said, next week HAS to be better!

makeitallsue

Just a quick check in, I'm sorry to hear of your loss Verda, my thoughts are with you.

Kelynn and Rainman, I'll be thinking of you today, that is so awesome that you keep up with your exercise through all of the struggles.

I did a quick weigh in this morning and it looks like I have stayed the same..that's pretty good considering this week.

The grandkids are here and kids are home from school, the house is really loud....fun, but everyones hungry...I'll check in when I can.
Have a super weekend .

RunRideRay

I'd hardly call mine a struggle. I get a $100 perk if I do an annual physical.... and hence bloodwork goes along with that. They just ping me for BMI, and I laugh it off. It is impossible for me to meet my BMI target, I'd look sickly.

Enjoy the family Debra. I try to really soak up every ounce of fun you can. I too weighed in and was maybe down 1 lb, but overall steady. Not good, but could be much worse too.

Jessica68

Kelynn..there's a new post and this girl has celiac's she's asking if anyone knows of a gluten free protein bar....

melissao79
30 years old
Female

vhuber

Hi group! Hope your day was good!
I got in a fast 10 minute warm up on the elliptical then did P90X Legs & Back + ARX. I feel good and am seeing results!
Got in my protein!
Over on my cals!:sad:
Have a good weekend warriors!

Jessica68

SATURDAY JANUARY 23RD

182 CURRENT WEIGHT
188 Start Weight Jan1st
175 Goal Weight by end of March

Challenge goals
11 miles per week (goal is 18 mi per week)
6 Days at or below calorie target
14 Pant size (near a 12 but not officially (too snug)
Not counting workout time yet, maybe the next quarter

iRun4wine

What a terrible week I'm having. Will officially check in tomorrow, but it will be downright embarrassing :embarassed:

Jessica68

:flowerforyou:

makeitallsue

Yeah...Hoot, Hoot:bigsmile: :bigsmile: I finally got a run in today, just a little over 2 miles, but I loved being outside, hit 40* today and started melting off all the ice we have had for the last 2 days! Worked out with the grankids today doing KenpoX...laughed A LOT, they are both little guys, 3 and 1 1/2 and it was so much fun watching them trying to get things right, and without fail every downward dog, really means time to "crawl circles under Grandma GG" , wore them out...they have been asleep now for an hour.
Will post everything tomorrow...yesterday I weighed in the same myabe tomorrow morning I'll get a surprise.

Rainman...oops, my bad...I thought maybe you were having trouble with having to have blood work done...

Kelynn...hope your Doc visit went well, I'm sorry about your bad week, but you have another one starting soon and it will be better!!!

Looks like your doing great Jessica!!!

I am off for a cup of tea and a few free minutes before the rowdy bunch gets moving, should of had the kids over earlier, they always make my week better!

csnealey

Verda and Kelynn, I will definitely be praying for you and your families. :flowerforyou: I will be checking in either tomorrow or Monday. This hasn't been such a great week for me either. I don't have time to go into it right now, but maybe this coming up week will be better.

vhuber

It is blizzarding again here and I want SUMMER sooooo bad!!!
I did a hard 20 minutes on the elliptical then worked P90X Kenpo X to the max ! ( Put lot's of energy into it and used hand weights):bigsmile:
Thanks crew for being here! Have a better weekend than me!