Over 200 New Year New Me Part 14
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Hi Hi Hi,
I'm back in the swing of things today.
Check in for yesterday - over by just 6 calories, water 100oz, exercise just a little walking
I hate my scale this morning because it shows a 1.5lb gain since Saturday so I think/hope I'm retaining water due to sodium yesterday and heavy, muscle-ache-inducing yard work on Sunday.
My mini mini goal was to get to 190 by the end of this week. Looks like I'll be at least 192 or 193 though but it's close. I still think I can do 175 by July 1st.
Send me all of your spiders, while I don't always love them in the house, I do love them in general and am interested in all sorts of bugs and creepy crawlies. :bigsmile: Just as long as they don't crawl on me.
I love snakes and lizards too!! :bigsmile:
I lived in california for a while and got excited when we found black widows in the garage. I would carefully check to see if they were male or female. I once saw a tarantula in the wild and that was pretty amazing to me.
For all you c25k and similar running plan runners:
Do any of you do it outside on the road or do you all use treadmills??
I'm thinking about doing it but would have to run on the sidewalk and wondering what I need, a special watch or HR monitor or just any old timer???
Thanks!
I have an app for my iphone. I know they have them for the ipod or as well I think. If you don't have one of the two I would think you would need a stop watch. I also have a HRM to monitor my heart rate and make sure it isn't going too out of control! I also use a treadmil. Running outside makes my shins hurt. I hope to work up to that! Good luck!0 -
Meokk - I run on an indoor track so I have no idea of what speed I'm moving. I figure that as I get better I'll work on speed by timing my laps and doing the math
Mari- I was over yesterday. I went back and found a smoothie with the same calories and it put me over by around 75 calories - however I use a lot of estimates so I am pretty sure I did worse than that :ohwell:
Today I've been to the rec center. I walked for 15 minutes, fast enough to be sweating, then went and changed for swimming. I'd like to just say that I HATE HATE HATE swimming because of the TIME it takes to get changed, shower, get my swim cap and goggles on, and get into the pool - then to the same in reverse, adding in shampooing out any chlorine that slipped in under my cap and trying to get some of the water out of my hair!
I managed to swim the crawl the length of the pool (25 yards) and part way back without stopping! Then I had to switch to side stroke and finally after a total of three laps, I did the back stroke for most of the rest of it. I lucked out and had a swim lane to myself, which is the only reason I did the back stroke - I zig zag still so I wouldn't chance it if it meant crashing into another swimmer!
I tire out quickly or at least can't breath fast enough to keep up the swimming more than a few laps (5 down and back trips) even with the backstroke! I spent the rest of my time (about 25 minutes) walking laps about shoulder deep doing strokes with my arms. I can feel it in my arms so I hope I was doing some good! All in all it was a lot of effort (getting ready and then getting dressed) for a mear 300 calorie burn. AND YES I WOULD LIKE SOME CHEESE WITH THIS WHINE!
As a little treat for my tired whiny self I took ten more minutes and sat in the sauna. I haven't been in one for years - it was like a hot flash but cooler (seriously) and it felt nice. :smokin:
I also tried actually doing something with my hair by putting in some "big hair" stuff and using the blow dryer to try to get my natural curl to work - then I twisted the front sections into "pin curls" and pinned them up until I got to work. Usually the front of my thick hair is strait and the back is curly - today the front is curly and the middle is strait and back under part is curly and it's a VERY VERY VERY BIG. I'm kinda amused by it actually
I'll give the rest of the product stuff to our house mate. At least I only bought the trail size! I would have pretty amazing hair if it was the same front to back! I like the curl and I like the strait... but it looks goofy with it half and half! 0 -
Jess- what iphone app do you use? I jsut bought one this weekend and Im LOVING it! Let me know
Hey Meook! :flowerforyou:
I was reading the success thread and did everyone go look at "twilight" something? She started out at like 236 and is not 136!!! AMAZING! I can never imagine being that small...I want it I want it!
Oh and she did it in 11 months!!!0 -
Cris-I use the c25k app. I LOVE IT!! You add your playlist into the app and so it will randomly play your songs. It counts down how many minutes you have. It doesn't do it every minute on the longer runs. I think last night on the 8 minute run it started counting down at 5 and then 2 minutes. I love love love it! And then of course the MFP app. I love the iPhone. I am an addict! :blushing: How do you like it so far?0
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mstahl-Way to go on all the swimming in the pool! That's one of the best workouts you can get!! I'm so envious! I can't bring myself to do that quite yet! :blushing: You deserve a little treat after all your effort!0
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Cris-I use the c25k app. I LOVE IT!! You add your playlist into the app and so it will randomly play your songs. It counts down how many minutes you have. It doesn't do it every minute on the longer runs. I think last night on the 8 minute run it started counting down at 5 and then 2 minutes. I love love love it! And then of course the MFP app. I love the iPhone. I am an addict! :blushing: How do you like it so far?
Im still trying ot figure out all that it has to offer...I went from an ancient phone to the iphone and its taken some getting used to. I did get the MFP app the same day :laugh: ...how do I get the c25k app? I tried to do it and could only find ones that I had to pay for..is that what you are using? I dont think I'll pay for it...hmmm let me know cause I really want it to maybe I will pay maybe not haha0 -
Jess- what iphone app do you use? I jsut bought one this weekend and Im LOVING it! Let me know
Hey Meook! :flowerforyou:
I was reading the success thread and did everyone go look at "twilight" something? She started out at like 236 and is not 136!!! AMAZING! I can never imagine being that small...I want it I want it!
Oh and she did it in 11 months!!!
I just checked out the thread and boy does she look good. I can't see myself that small but i would like to be 150...hopefully in the near future..right girls...
Thanks girl for the motivation i was lacking this morning....it can be done, our goals will be reached with each others inspiration and motivation:flowerforyou:
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I wont pay for my apps usually but I do think I paid for this one. And to me it's worth every penny because I can't sit and keep track of my time. This way I just push go and it tells me what to do. I bought the one that was 2.99 it's green and has a lil guy on the front and the background is green. It is a very complicated phone. I had a Blackjack before and when I got this one I was all sorts of confused! Luckily my manager had one and so he showed me all the cool tricks. It's dangerous with the apps and iTunes though. I've spent $20 on iTunes before without even realizing it. :blushing: I like music and I justify it with...I need good tunes to workout to and have to change them up on a regular basis. Small price to pay. That's my story and I'm sticking to it!0
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Good morning everyone!
Awesome job Awestfall on 30 pounds (and now 32!) ... woo hoo! :drinker:
checking in for yesterday:
calories: over by 50 ... I'm actually very happy with that ... it was a non-exercise day
exercise: only a leisurely 20 minute walk ... I meant to do the challenge squats and lunges ... totally had it planned to do while my son took his bath - but I forgot and put away clothes instead :ohwell:
proud: I threw away most of my lunch because it wasn't good and I wasn't hungry (throwing away $9 in food was tough) ... I also had a little binging problem when I got home because I was too hungry from not eating lunch - but I stopped after a little and didn't keep eating all night
water: low ... I can really tell I need to work on my water, I'm not sweating as much as normal when I work out and I am more red in the face and don't feel as good ... I think it's due to not getting enough water ... need to work harder on that.
Still need to make my meal plan .... WHY do I have such a mental block about it??? :grumble: I want to plan some healthy meals for my whole family! I will try very hard to take the time tonight.0 -
Yay, lunch break.
04.12.10
Calories: 1462 (trying to make up for Sunday a little...)
Exercise: g28k w1d2 = 29 minutes running, 13 minutes walking/jogging
Water: over 100oz I'm sure
Proud: I was so tired, but I did g28k anyway & got through it. I'm trying to pick up my pace a little more than I was doing on c25k.
Heather, I "Googled" to find the running schedule for g28k & this is where I found it: http://www.djsteveboy.com/gw28koutline.html
I haven't used any of the podrunner podcasts but I will be from now on because apparently, the "BPM" on the schedule that link takes you to is supposed to be the BPM of the music (and the BPM of your steps) and is actually the whole point of the g28k schedule -- you need the podcasts to pace yourself correctly. http://prmac.com/release-id-1782.htm
I'm also considering doing One Hour Runner instead if I absolutely *hate* the g28k podcasts. http://mindplunge.com/c25k/one-hour-runner.html0 -
Littlespy: Thanks for the info! I'll check them out, but I probably wouldn't be into podcasts. I don't really have the means of downloading them right now with my computer at home being an absolute dinosaur!
Cris: I'll have to go check out that success story. I love reading those because they're regular people who did it while working, juggling family and friends and having real lives.0 -
I'm using the 5K101 podcast so it's a little different but they sell an ap through iTunes (or it's free not sure which) that lets you use your own music play list with the 5K101 over top. It works with iPhones and the iTouch (I have neither).
One of the things that (I think) is different about the 5K101 is that it only has one podcast per week so it's the same workout every day. On the up side it does offer some basic coaching like how to breath and what to work on...
Uhg - just sent a note to the manager for the spot I interviewed for (bad sentence structure - I know!) I asked for an update on the timing for the decision on the position and expressed interest again. I've waited so long I had to give up an opportunity outside but it would have involved (AMAZING) travel that I really can't see working while having Meghan living with us. At the same time (almost exact same time) I got a call to set up an interview with a really cool company that's a little closer to home. Life is interesting isn't it?0 -
mstahl: Things happen for a reason whether we know it or not, so hang in there and the right opportunity will fall in your lap without working too hard to make it happen. Something great will come your way soon because you deserve it!0
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Just a quick hello,
Been doing well with tracking calories, water, and exercise.
Mari: Love Japanese food now I am craving it. In the next week or so Hubby will have to take me to get my fix. lol
Cris: I haven't seen the inspiring post you referred to. I will keep looking.
Everyone have a great day.0 -
Cris: I haven't seen the inspiring post you referred to. I will keep looking.
Everyone have a great day.
snowflakes- heres the link! http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/90808-11-months-later0 -
just ate a delicious sushi rolll.......
spicy tuna & cucumber inside, avocado outside, drizzled with spicy mayo and the sauce they put on eel rolls.....
YUMMY0 -
Hello ladies, just rushed through all the posts and now i have to go back to work ugggggg.
aWESTFALL - wtg on loosing more !!!
Cris - good luck at bL tonight..you will do it... It is funny my 3 yr old is a monkey and at day care i got a call once , she stood on the chair it flipped and hit her in the head cutting her ear. She was fine, but oh how she likes to see what she can do.
mstahl - hoping that job that closer to home work out.
jess- unforutnely i am actually 4 lbs away from 30 lbs...i haven't changed my ticker i really don't want to...was hoping most of it was water weight and didn't want to have a good loss
i think i am fooling myself though. But this friday, i am recording whatever the scales says...it has been going down like a lb a day from my bad eating this weekend...So we will see...
well off to work, i will try to catch up later !!0 -
Littlespy: Thanks for the info! I'll check them out, but I probably wouldn't be into podcasts. I don't really have the means of downloading them right now with my computer at home being an absolute dinosaur!
I'm sure it works just fine doing it like I have been, which is running the fast intervals & jogging or briskly walking the 1 minute intervals. I may continue it that way, too. Just depends on whether or not I can stand the podcasts & whether or not I can actually keep up with them, too, I guess. :laugh:0 -
Still need to make my meal plan .... WHY do I have such a mental block about it??? :grumble: I want to plan some healthy meals for my whole family! I will try very hard to take the time tonight.
Hey 1stpaul,
I love getting recipes off the martha stewart website. She has a healthy living or whole life section or something with loads of healthy recipes many of which are very easy to prepare and they are all tested thoroughly. I've never had one go wrong or taste bad.0 -
mstahl - way to go on that jogging! And congrats on your new interview! Close to home is always good.
cris - I am glad you saw the need to increase calories. I think this will be good for you.
lildeb - great job with that ea active, although every time you post those words I think of activia yogurt. LOL
awestfall - hey you! 32! Congrats!
pos_me - honesty is the way to go. The hardest way, but the best way. I am proud of you for being honest with your food.
mari - I am glad you checked in and great job in those size 20 jeans!
meokk - glad you're back in the swing of things!
lstpaul - good job with not eating all night. Please give me your secret! Night time is hard for me.
check in:
calories: much better today
water: 96
exercise: 40+10 bike, arms, bed pilates
proud: Today has been a good eating and exercising day.0 -
Thanks Gals!! I am going to go nap for a bit because I am suffering from a horrible migraine.I have ate well despite this migraine all day and I cleaned house again (but I do that everday) NO EXERCISE today but I am ok with it because even if the scale moves up a bit I know I can move right back down.mstahl - way to go on that jogging! And congrats on your new interview! Close to home is always good.
cris - I am glad you saw the need to increase calories. I think this will be good for you.
lildeb - great job with that ea active, although every time you post those words I think of activia yogurt. LOL
awestfall - hey you! 32! Congrats!
pos_me - honesty is the way to go. The hardest way, but the best way. I am proud of you for being honest with your food.
mari - I am glad you checked in and great job in those size 20 jeans!
meokk - glad you're back in the swing of things!
lstpaul - good job with not eating all night. Please give me your secret! Night time is hard for me.
check in:
calories: much better today
water: 96
exercise: 40+10 bike, arms, bed pilates
proud: Today has been a good eating and exercising day.0 -
Checking in
Calories: over:frown:
Water: Not enough
Exercise: Yes, lots of walking
Proud, that my 10 yo cockerspaniel just came from the vet and they said he was one healthy looking 10yo. We walked to the vet and he drug us there. He is so funny!!! The vet laughed when I told him my "old" dog was dragging me and my 13 yo girl to the vet.0 -
Good evening all!!!
Momma - Glad your 10 yo dog is doing great!!!
awestfall - i hope your migrane goes away
blunote - that is funny I have some activa yogurt in the fridge too...so many next time i need to say i worked out on ea active while eating activa just to confuse you
I don't know what the deal is this week, i am just not eating enough. Before dinner i started feeling nausea , i am sure it is becuase i had only had like 500 cals and burned like 160 of them at lunch time.
It is soo odd, as i am usual the complete opposite
We now have a trip planned on 4th of july to my hubby brother's. He lives right outside of Galveston. I have to loose before we go..i got like 2 1/2 months. I would like to loose another 20lbs by then. My sister in law was always skinny then she had twins and she got up probably low 200's , she kicked but in the gym and eating and lost like tons , she is tiny tiny now....
so i got to get my but in gear 0 -
Momma- youve got a household full of health nuts, including your dog!
Lildeb- Im glad you have something to look forward to that will drive you to succeed, 20lbs in 2.5 months it doable but you really have to stick to it! And I have no doubt that you can!
checking in for tonight 4/13/10:
calories- under (by too much, so Im making tomorrow a high cal day)
water- yup
sodium- 2500?? booo
excercise- some weights, 422 sit ups, and 18 mins on the bike
proud- that I am trying to figure out a way to get back to losing decent numbers
I lost 1.2lbs according to the scale at the gym, I wont know until Thursday if thats good enough to keep me in the top 8. When I gave them my name at the weigh in the trainer smiled at me and said "yes, Cris, I saw your name on the top 8" it made me soo happy and it makes me want to stay there!! Cross your fingers for me!
Goodnight!
Mstahl I miss ya girl its no fun stalking without you
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Checking in for today
Water - 100oz
Calories - 1249
Exercise - 20 mins walking & 60 squats
Proud that I ate less chocolate than usual today.
Thanks everyone for the C25K tips.
Um, Chris, 422 sit ups....WTF?!?!?! That's incredible :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:
meokk0 -
Check in -
Calories - 1300
Water - nada
Exercise - 25 min of ea active (including lots of squats and lunges today)0 -
Wow, I haven't had a chance to read all your posts this week but I'll get to it!
1st things first. Breyers Dark Chocolate Velvet ice cream is AWESOME! I'm sure it contains HFCS & other unspeakable things (I haven't even looked at the ingredients -- I'm that bad), but yum. 110 cals for 1/2 cup (67g) is worth it. Cut up some fruit on top & it's absolutely blissful.
04.13.10
Calories: 1500
Exercise: Only official exercise was 20 minutes on my stationary bike. But I kicked BUTT on it, averaging a speed of about 18mph.
Water: Over 80oz
Proud: I can look at myself in the mirror now & see that I'm looking better. I know that doesn't sound like much to be proud of, but it's a big deal for me because I pretty much have always had some crazy body image issues. I told my bf that now, when I look at myself, instead of seeing a humongous morbidly obese person I pretty much just see a normal chubby person at this point. "Chubby" is so much better than "humongous morbidly obese person." :laugh:0 -
Sorry I kinda disappeared early in the afternoon...it's been an emotional day to say the least and it only continued. But that's life right? As far as checking in not really sure where I stand. I didn't eat what I had planned for dinner...wasn't in the mood to eat so I just ate some ramen noodles..how awful huh!? But I know I didn't get my 1200 calories. Tomorrow will be better. I think I'm going to go in the morning and attempt my 20 minute run. Maybe all this anger will help push me. So I'm going to skip checking in for tonight ladies. Hope everyone had a great Tuesday. See you all tomorrow!0
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LittleSpy - Isn't that an amazing moment? I was walking past a store, and saw my reflection in the window the other day, and was like "Wow, I look like a normal fat person." LOL Much better then walking by and thinking "Seriously, I am that huge? Ugh!" It wont be long before you are seeing yourself as a healthly normal person. We will all get there!0
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Littlespy and jenn - WTG on seeing yourself as a "chubby" person !!!
Just spent the last 45 minutes chopping up veggies for my salad..i nibbled on some but any calories they were i am sure i worked off by chopping them up 0
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