5 Pound a Month February 2010 Challenge

TCASMEY

Pam,

I would love to hear the quiet. It never gets that way here!:flowerforyou:

phyljen

Pam
Wow off for Mardi Gras, that sounds like a good idea. Wish we had it off. Instead we have Laura Benson here from the states teaching us all week. She is a literacy specialist. Have you ever heard of her. she has written many things and visits our school about twice a year for the past 4 years. she is interesting to listen to but we have to plan for subs in the class so we can attend her lectures and you know how that goes. BLAHH. The kids get all wound out too with a sub. At least my group does.
Anyway good to see you back and hear what is happening in your life. I missed many of the group the past few days. I'm still plugging along and being diligent in my plan for a healthier life.
Phyljen

lreed

Jan 1st 216.7
Feb 1st 211.8
CW 2-16 208.6
Mar 1st 206.8

WOO HOO! The past week is the first time in 15 years I have actually felt like I can do it! My family and friends are supporting me, and all my new pals on MFP. I am working out REALLY hard and journaling religiously, and it doesn't feel overwhelming! Thanks all for the

lreed

Woops, I had in my head that today was weigh in, I'll do it again later this week! :laugh:

pbenison

Pam
Wow off for Mardi Gras, that sounds like a good idea. Wish we had it off. Instead we have Laura Benson here from the states teaching us all week. She is a literacy specialist. Have you ever heard of her. she has written many things and visits our school about twice a year for the past 4 years. she is interesting to listen to but we have to plan for subs in the class so we can attend her lectures and you know how that goes. BLAHH. The kids get all wound out too with a sub. At least my group does.
Anyway good to see you back and hear what is happening in your life. I missed many of the group the past few days. I'm still plugging along and being diligent in my plan for a healthier life.
Phyljen

Yes, my whole area shuts down for Mardi Gras. I live 70 miles north of New Orleans. Tough time for diet also with all the rich foods such as king cakes! As to your question I have not heard of Laura Benson, but googled her, I would love to hear your thoughts and any help with my own 3rd graders. Send me a message when you get a chance...

Thanks!

Pam

phyljen

LOL you are excited! I am glad that you are finding the MFP a help to you. I feel the same way. I log in my food and exercise religiously and can't wait to read what everyone writes. I don't always comment on everything But I READ IT ALL! Thanks everyone. Can't wait to have the weigh in and see how much we all lose. We should total up all out pounds lost! Phyljen

Jennplus2

Hi everyone,

Had a busy weekend and didn't eat well. Today I feel kinda sick and think that it is all the junk food I eat. Now that I don't eat it every much it makes me ill the next day. :sick:
Feel bad about making the wrong choices, but staying strong today. Every week it is the same old story...
I do super during the week then the weekend comes and everything I learned about food goes out the window! I didn't even log my food last night.
Long walk today to try and regain some ground. I don't want to cook dinner tonight, I need to think of an easy yummy something. Any quick low cal dinner ideas?

Jennplus2

Anyone who has feet that tingle after 30 min or so of exercise?

izzypup

Anyone who has feet that tingle after 30 min or so of exercise?

Absolutely... It was time to get new shoes! If that is not the case... I don't know. Hope this helps
Sandy

lreed

Anyone who has feet that tingle after 30 min or so of exercise?

Yep! Sometimes they are just laced too tight!

Jennplus2

I thought I needed new shoes, got some but it didn't help. I also laced loose, and it helped a bit but still acting funny. Weird, I don't know what it is.

irismoon

I want in! My starting weight this month was 175lbs.(before I joined here). Already lost 2lbs of the 5lbs! So that makes my goal 170lbs by March! 3lbs to go!

TCASMEY

Welcome to the group. Our weigh ins are Fridays (if you can). And then on the first of every month. This is amazing group full of supportive people!:flowerforyou:

TCASMEY

Weight loss tip for today! This is from the book called The Biggest Loser Success Secrets.

BELIEVE YOU CAN DO IT

Who doesn't remember the story of the Little Engine that Could? His memorable mantra "I think I can"- was enough to help him climb even the steepest hills. Can your own self-talk help you do the same as you begin to lose weight?

The answer is a resounding yes. When you're on the road to your weight loss goal, having a can-do-attitude is key. And that attitude is controlled to a large extent by your faith in yourself and your ability to achieve your goals. In fact, your confidence needs to be even higher than the Little Engine's. He only thought he could. To be successful you have to know you can.

Psychologist and motivational experts call this attitude self-efficacy. Put another way, it is believing in your ability to bring about a particular outcome. Unlike self-esteem, self-efficacy is specific to each situation or task that you face, such as exercising, eating healthfully, or controlling overeating. The stronger your self-efficacy becomes, the resilient you are to setbacks and failure. If you truly believe in your ability to lose weight, then you can overcome occasional setbacks by learning from it and moving on with greater resolve.

Iffer75

Just checking in quickly this morning. I hope everyone is doing well today.

I have been pushing play and Digging Deeper. Keep up the awesome work everyone. Have an AWESOME day!!! :bigsmile:

Jennplus2

Weight loss tip for today! This is from the book called The Biggest Loser Success Secrets.

BELIEVE YOU CAN DO IT

Who doesn't remember the story of the Little Engine that Could? His memorable mantra "I think I can"- was enough to help him climb even the steepest hills. Can your own self-talk help you do the same as you begin to lose weight?

The answer is a resounding yes. When you're on the road to your weight loss goal, having a can-do-attitude is key. And that attitude is controlled to a large extent by your faith in yourself and your ability to achieve your goals. In fact, your confidence needs to be even higher than the Little Engine's. He only thought he could. To be successful you have to know you can.

Psychologist and motivational experts call this attitude self-efficacy. Put another way, it is believing in your ability to bring about a particular outcome. Unlike self-esteem, self-efficacy is specific to each situation or task that you face, such as exercising, eating healthfully, or controlling overeating. The stronger your self-efficacy becomes, the resilient you are to setbacks and failure. If you truly believe in your ability to lose weight, then you can overcome occasional setbacks by learning from it and moving on with greater resolve.

Thank you for this post TCASMEY. I needed it today. The week is NOT lost, I need to forget past wrong choices and make the choices I KNOW I can be better for. We can all do this!
I love how we all take turns cheering each other on, when I am down I can count on MFP friends to pick me up again.

donsch

i am new to this site. I really enjoy reading what people have to say. When i find a group I think I would like to join I ose it and haven't figured out how to track it. Any body have tips to help?

TCASMEY

Welcome to our group! To keep finding your group click on community and then my topics and you should be able to find any thread you have posted.

Jennplus2

I was good today, but I don't really feel much like exercise tonight. Think I'll sleep and workout harder tomorrow. :devil:

TCASMEY

Welcome to Thursday! Remember tomorrow is our weigh in. Are you achieving your goals for this month? If so that is great if not, reevaluate and try to figure out what you need to do better to achieve your goals. Have a healthy rest of the day. I am looking forward to tomorrows weigh-in to see how everyone is doing!

Iffer75

I went mall walking yesterday while the hubby and kids went skiing. I had a great laugh they different vendors (think Tupperware, and home party plan) booths set up around the mall. My favorite one had a sign that said lose 20 pounds of belly fat. My laugh came when I saw the woman manning the booth and she was very overweight and carrying most of it in her belly. Maybe she should try whatever she was selling!:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:

That would definitely make me giggle too. :bigsmile:

Iffer75

I have missed you guys so much! I have been feeling so out of it and have temporarily fallen off the wagon. My doc tells me I am lactose intolerant, which means I had to rethink my eating habits. I also had a throat infection that has affected my energy. I have not logged a meal into my diary for some time, but hope to begin again tomorrow.

I did weigh in on Friday and had gained 1.6 lbs. Here's to looking forward to better weeks ahead

I have read your posts and am proud of the progress you have made! :flowerforyou: I hope you all have a great day, and look forward to "seeing" you again soon!

Pam:flowerforyou:

I hope you are doing much better today with your journalling your food and your throat.

A gain here and there is not so bad, you now have the tools to fix the problem. You can do it, we are all here for you. :bigsmile:

Iffer75

Pam- sorry to hear you are not feeling well. I know sometimes i have those day where i just fall off the wagon. So glad you are back on.
Well I am down 1 lb this week. I really want to make to 181 by the end of feb. But if I don't it will be okay. I haven't been 181 without working out 5-6 days a week in awhile. With my foot, by the way still hurting, i am doing this just basically with changing my eating habits. I am glad everyday that i have found this site.
Sandy

Congrats on the loss. I am sorry to hear about your foot, I hope it gets better soon. :bigsmile:

Iffer75

Jan 1st 216.7
Feb 1st 211.8
CW 2-16 208.6
Mar 1st 206.8

WOO HOO! The past week is the first time in 15 years I have actually felt like I can do it! My family and friends are supporting me, and all my new pals on MFP. I am working out REALLY hard and journaling religiously, and it doesn't feel overwhelming! Thanks all for the

You are doing awesome, keep up the great work. :bigsmile:

ARDALE01

Hey guys, I would like to join for Feb. I haven't started an exercise routine yet but plan to when the weather warms up. April is my Anniversary and I would love to be back into my old clothes.
Starting weight
Feb. - 160
Feb. 18th- 154
Goal Weight
March- 150
April- 145

Iffer75

Hi everyone,

Had a busy weekend and didn't eat well. Today I feel kinda sick and think that it is all the junk food I eat. Now that I don't eat it every much it makes me ill the next day. :sick:
Feel bad about making the wrong choices, but staying strong today. Every week it is the same old story...
I do super during the week then the weekend comes and everything I learned about food goes out the window! I didn't even log my food last night.
Long walk today to try and regain some ground. I don't want to cook dinner tonight, I need to think of an easy yummy something. Any quick low cal dinner ideas?

I use to be bad over the weekends and good during the week as well. I finally decided that I really want to lose this weight and keep it off. Now, my weekends are much easier. Pick one meal during the weekend to do your cheat. Eat whatever and however much you want. The trick is doing that for only ONE meal. Try it this weekend and see how you feel eating healthy for the rest of the weekend. You can do it. It will get easier with time.

My feet use to tingle as well. Make sure you do not tie your shoes too tight. I think that was my main problem. :bigsmile:

Iffer75

I want in! My starting weight this month was 175lbs.(before I joined here). Already lost 2lbs of the 5lbs! So that makes my goal 170lbs by March! 3lbs to go!

Welcome, glad you found us. 2 pounds is fantastic, keep up the great work. :bigsmile:

Iffer75

I was good today, but I don't really feel much like exercise tonight. Think I'll sleep and workout harder tomorrow. :devil:

I know I am late on this post, but did you know even when you don't feel like working out you should just get up and do 10 minutes and more than likely you will finish your routine and will feel much better because you worked out? I did see that you posted late, so I can understand not working out too soon to bedtime. I actually love to workout right before I go to bed, I take a nice warm shower and my body is ready for the rest. Everybody is different in that area. Just remember, when you don't feel like working out, go ahead and start moving, I promise you won't regret it. :bigsmile:

Iffer75

Hey guys, I would like to join for Feb. I haven't started an exercise routine yet but plan to when the weather warms up. April is my Anniversary and I would love to be back into my old clothes.
Starting weight
Feb. - 160
Feb. 18th- 154
Goal Weight
March- 150
April- 145

Welcome to the group. Glad you found us. I recommend buying some workout videos and start moving even if it is cold outside. Eating healthy is a big step and so is exercising. You really need to do both in order to lose weight. You can also go to my website www.beachbodycoach.com/jjtonic75 There are a lot of great workout programs for you to choose from. I wish you the best of luck in your journey to a happier and healthier lifestyle. :bigsmile:

Jennplus2

Jennifer-
Thanks for the great advise. I think I will try both (allow a cheat meal-so I don't get crazy over board on weekends as well as exercising when I don't feel like it) this weekend and see how I feel about it. I don't want to do a whole free day, but I like the one meal idea. I can even plan ahead by eating lower calories the other meals that day. I think it wouldn't be as bad as I am thinking if I exercise that day and eat healthy for the other meals. I would also have something to look forward to!

Hope everyone has a good hard last chance workout today! See ya at the scale tomorrow...