Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !
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Just wondering how long you have been doing this and that you have lost 111 pounds is awesome1!! I just started 2 weeks ago and do a good cardio workout everyday that is either kick boxing or zumba as well as workout on weights and exercise bike.
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Goals this week are simple - and impossible at the same time! To not over eat at my parents (always a problem there) and to go for a walk/run daily while there!0
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Hi Everyone! Just caught up on posts. I'm not going to do personals tonight b/c it's already late, but I'm off for the next few days, so I will check back with everyone tomorrow.
Tuesday Goals:
Didn't work out at all today. Instead, I went out for drinks and appetizers after work. Even so I was just a bit over goal and still under maintenance, so no worries. May go to the gym tomorrow, but I have my 5k on Thursday, so I don't want to run. We'll see--may just take gunner for a nice long walk.
My goal over the next few days is to grade my AP papers.
Grading Goals:
1. 49/49 AP Tone tests DONE!!
2. 11/11 AP analysis activities DONE!!
3. x/22 vocab quizzes
4. x/59 Scarlet Letter tests
5. x/22 persuasive ads
6. x/49 AP essays0 -
Wed Wish- That all the food I eat for Thanksgiving would make me lose weight :bigsmile: .
Karen and Laurie- Good luck on your walk/runs on Turkey Day.:flowerforyou:
EVERYONE HAVE A BLESSED AND SAFE THANKSGIVING!!!0 -
Wednesday Wish::: My wish is to actually see a loss for the work I have been doing! I thought I found a solution for my stomach issues but even it isn't helping anymore. So frustrating. Either way I hope everyone has a wonderful Thanksgiving! I probably wont be on at all tomorrow, have to get my casserole's made for my moms and my in-laws and we have 3 places to go tomorrow. Then my sisters and I are going to see Breaking Dawn Part 2 at 10pm tomorrow eve, I am SOOOOOOO excited!
Week 3
Nov 19 - Nov 25
3/3 Cardio Days
1307/1200 Calories
8.10/5 Miles (bike - 15 miles)
50/50 sit ups/crunches
Whoo hoo DONE!!!!
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@tina--I'm not a Twilight fan, but everyone I know who is LOVED the movie, so have fun!
@holly--your wish made me LOL! :laugh: I'm a little nervous about the run--I've been sick for the past couple of weeks, so haven't trained as much as I would have liked. In addition, I've been having some stomach issues the past few days, so hoping that goes away before tomorrow morning.
@laurie & kelley--good luck at your 5K!! :drinker:
@lin--Happy Thanksgiving to you too!
@vickie--hope your mood picks up. :flowerforyou:
@christine--that's such a wonderful decrease in clothing sizes! :flowerforyou:
@ushkii--How was that walk? I sometimes feel the same way about waking up and smelling "the fiber"--I've had a really hard time sticking with the program lately. I will be really good for a few days, and then I go completely off program. Of course, that means no weight loss which then discourages me from staying consistent. I feel like I need something to really motivate me like a goal outfit, or a big event, or a trip that involves a bikini.
@robin--speaking of bikinis...Wow, your trip to Jamaica sounds like it will be so wonderful!
@alison--congrats on completing your 5k!!! :drinker:
@marsha--sounds like you have some great goals in mind! sorry you are having foot problems--as someone who's had them in the past, I know how frustrating that can be.
Wednesday Wish:
This may be TMI, so please look away if discussion of bodily functions bothers you. Angelika brought up the need for proficient vitamin D levels, and it reminded me that my doc told me to take supplements, but I've been really bad about taking them. So I started taking my vitamin D/calcium supplements earlier this week, and now I remember why I have given up taking them the past few times I tried--they give me the runs. I googled it to see if that was a side effect, and Livestrong says it should only happen if you are taking too much vitamin D. I am only taking half the recommended daily dose, but it's still awful. I thought maybe my body would adjust, but it's been 4 or 5 days now and it's just getting worse. Needless to say, I will stop taking the supplements. This leads to my Wed Wish that my stomach gets back to normal before I have to run my 5k tomorrow. Actually, if I'm wishing, my wish is that it gets back to normal immediately!0 -
@Robin -- Jamaica is so exciting! Daily walking is brilliant exercise.
@Kelley -- I was really worried when I developed the arthritis that my joints would never work properly again. But really they're fine now.
@Kaye -- I think it's great when schools make their facilities available to the community. Some of the schools round here have full gyms now.
@Christine -- I am picturing you in a sled being pulled by a Pomeranian *right now*.
@Skinnyjeanz -- I've done 5k as a regular run/walk (twice now this week) but I still haven't yet run 5k without stopping (I think that is perhaps 3-4 weeks away) and I haven't done a race this time round (I'm planning to do a parkrun, perhaps on 8 December). So I still have more 5k milestones to hit! Possibly a different brand of vits would work without side-effects?
I went to Zumba, and felt totally lost. Had fun and got sweaty though so I guess that's ok. I didn't use small weights because I don't really know the moves yet and I thought that slinging bottles of water around was just a bit of a risk. This would have been higher intensity if I hadn't felt lost -- I exercised hardest when I just stopped worrying about stuffing up all the moves and just flailed around to the music. Everyone says that you do get the hang of it in time... Running clearly helped a lot with having the stamina for this class. When the cute young girls were panting and dashing for their water bottles I thought 'huh, guess the running's having an effect'.
Wednesday wishes -- that all you USians have a happy Thanksgiving surrounded by your loved ones. We all have so much to be thankful for, despite our various troubles.
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Tina - You'll like it I think. It was my favorite Twilight movie so far. The ending was a big.....stressful ..... but Stephanie Meyers was the producer so she didn't let them butcher it too badly.
I think this Saturday I'm going to treat myself to 'Lincoln'. It looks amazing and I'm a huge history buff.
NErvous about my 4K tomorrow. I'm struggling with PMS right now so I'm completely exhausted, I don't know how I'm going to get the energy to beat my time when it's all I can do to crawl out of bed in the morning right now. I think I'll get up at my regular work time and do a quick light 1/2 hour yoga to loosen my muscles and wake me up before I head over to the starting area.
Wednesday wish - ....... menopause so I can stop having PMS..... oh and of course, peace on earth...
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when i was given this diet by the doctor she told me not to count calories or weigh myself. i am fine with not counting calories, but it's very annoying not to be able to weigh myself. i think i'm going to do it anyway pretty soon. i need to know what's happening :laugh:0
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nicholsvj - so glad to see you back!
ushki - just keep trying, my friend, you will ultimately succeed
monarch - with KC's weather these recent years I'll bet you get to use that Fitness room more than you think
Vicki - sorry that black cloud is still dogging you. When you're unhappy, you need to get back to your very basics. Sit down with yourself and START LOVING YOURSELF!
Boho - your description of Zumba was delightful!
MowMow - I loved your pix of clothes - way cool idea I think I will steal for myself - I'm terrible about putting "ensembles" together.
Good luck on the races to everyone & Happy Thanksgiving to my fellow Americans! I am bringing the mashed potatoes to my family get-together and for the second year I am bringing Bob Evans prepared mashed potatoes. They are a gift from heaven! No more peeling and mashing! (I am super lazy!)0 -
Wednesday wish - that I will get through the holidays without feeling lonely for a significant other. I'm not the only friend/family I know that is single, but I am one of the oldest and yet another holiday flying solo isn't the greatest feeling.0
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@flowersofdawn- I understand your feeling lonely. I myself settle for less at times from a partner because of that feeling. Keep your head up and know that when it is meant to be the right person will be in your life. Until then live it up, laugh and be happy.
@Tina- I can't wait to see Twilight this weekend too.
@MyM0wM0w- Good luck with your run and I am going to go see Lincoln with my 16yr old son this weekend. Movies are the best way to get him to spend time with me at 16.
@Alison- When I first took a zumba class mine was geared more hip hop than anything. It was so hard to keep up and learn but after going 1 time a week for a month I was like a pro. If you enjoyed it stick to it and it will get easier.
@Robin- As I learn all the work going into hosting this meal. Your mash potatoe idea is the best.
@Karen- Your stomach story has me a little concerned the doctor wants my teenager to take vitiamn D supplement every day.0 -
Wed wish; Keep under or closer to my cal goal. Skinnyjeanz thanks for your input but I would rather not like to have anything to do with a bikini right now, oh the visuial I have...0
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MowMow - I loved your pix of clothes - way cool idea I think I will steal for myself - I'm terrible about putting "ensembles" together.
That's why I do that, I'm not good at 'thinking on my feet' at the stores. I can't pick up a blouse and tick off the thinks in my closet it will go with. My method put together 3 or 4 basic outfits with some interchangeability so I won't have to shop for clothes now until May/June for some summer stuff.
Maybe by then I'll have legs that I can show off in shorts!0 -
Wed wish; Keep under or closer to my cal goal. Skinnyjeanz thanks for your input but I would rather not like to have anything to do with a bikini right now, oh the visuial I have...
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Thanks for the concerns over my stimach issues. I took some imodium and am feeling much better.
@alison--I'm not really sure if it's a brand thing, but I'm honestly afraid to try again. This is the 3rd time this has happened with this breand, so I know it's not just a coincidental virus or something. I'm really peeved b/c I bought a huge bottle and now am worried they will go to waste. :ohwell:
@holly--as alison suggested, it may be an issue with the brand. I bought Walgreens store brand of calcium/vitamin D/magnesium blend. I would suggest buying the smallest bottle possible of whichever brand you go with--that way if they don't agree w/ your son, you can try a different brand without wasting too much money. I think I spent about $20 on this bottle, and now I can't use them.
I'm at starbucks right now, so I should stop procrastinating on the thread and get to grading. Hope everyone has a lovely evening. :flowerforyou:0 -
Good Thanksgiving Eve to all my MFP pals! Today was a busy day spent with my youngest son running errands, enjoyed unbelievably (sp) nice day today. Got word my sister in Topeka who was going to go to our sister's home in Holton, KS, was hospitalized today. She has congestive heart failure and has had breast cancer. Please pray for Terri that it isn't either of these and that she is healed soon. Going to take her lots of pumpkin bars and turkey. It's sad she is in the hospital now as she will miss visiting with our sister and her family and her birthday is Friday:frown:
Safe travels for those who will be on the road and have a wonderful, blessed Thanksgiving!
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@christine--sending good thoughts and wishes for a speedy recovery for your sister.
I finished 3/49 AP essays. I know it's not much, but I wasn't planning to grade any today, so it's better than expected.
Going out with my sister in our old neighborhood. Will see lots of friends from HS, so it should be fun. No cocktails for b/c I'm driving and I have a race tomorrow. Probably won't check in again today. Will try to pop in tomorrow between the race and dinner at my MIL's. If not, hope all of my US friends on here have a wonderful Thanksgiving.0 -
Hello all,
I would love to join your thread as I have over 100 lbs to lose. I was on another thread, but the ladies on the other thread only needed to lose 20 lbs, big difference, different challenges. Anyway, all advice and encouragement is very welcome. I used to be very active in sports and working out, but now I am a couch potato. I have a new treadmill that I haven't even used in 6 months, I need some help.
You encourage me, I'll encourage you. Together we can do this.
Thanks
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Wed wish: that the power surge during the night hadn't blown the power supply to my computer. I am glad that my son is a computer tech and can fix it. Also glad for the grandson's laptop in the meantime, but it is very slow. I won't be doing any personals until my computer is up and running again.
Happy Thanksgiving to all. Kaye0 -
A bit early
Lin
I love your greeting. Same to you.0 -
husband was not in the mood to rush off to the gym after dealing with the grocery store, so I'll have to muddle through with my ball & bands tonight (boo, because I was going to try running again). Maybe I'll try a run/walk at the park tomorrow....
Work is really contributing to the stress this week... and that's not good for the moodswings. Trying to be good to myself right now... you guys be good to each other!
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Karen- I hope you feel better soon. It is amazing how the amount of different vitamins can affect our health in other ways. Good luck with your race tomorrow.
Chris-sending positive thoughts your way for you and your sister.
Lori- welcome to our group. You will find a very supportive group of people on thread. A little advice on getting started with exercising- Find an activity you like to do- such as walking, swimming and start doing that every day or every other day. Try to go a little farther each time you do it. It will eventually become a habit.
I saw Twilight last night and it was good. I did not see the other movies or read the books but I could follow the movie. It was good and easy to follow. Also saw Lincoln and enjoyed that movie as well. I want to see Sky Fall soon but not sure when I will have the time.
Wish- That everyone has a Happy Thanksgiving. May you experience many blessings, good health and good times with family and friends.0 -
Been on the run since this morning, actually headed to bed soon so I can get an early start and then head to my parents - full day of entertaining my very busy but adorable nephews!
Wishing all of you a very safe and Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Hugs,
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Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I know you'll all do great today! don't forget breakfast - 0
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loriscooper - welcome to this thread! Keep coming back - we're here to support you!
Monarchris - praying for your sister :flowerforyou:
Vicki - keep taking care of yourself, sister-friend!
I hope the Turkey Trots go well for the runners today. Here in Omaha we are having phenomenal weather. It reached 71 yesterday. Normally we should be having a blizzard by now! I hope everyone else gets in a nice little walk after dinner!0 -
Happy turkey day, everyone! (and for our friends outside the US - happy Thursday!)
I think I have finally mastered the shiritaki noodles. In addition to simply buying another brand, it really does work if you fry them half to death in an absolutely dry frying pan for up to 5 minutes (after rinsing them like mad). You can't put anything at all in the pan until they're fried for a while, or they turn into rubber bands :sick:
Once they're fried, I "doctor" them up - I've tried a spoonfull of spaghetti sauce (not bad), and just seasoned with Mrs Dash or something similar - careful, because they seem to really accentuate pepper flavors, and can get HOT.
My next try is a little Hoisin sauce. Only 25 calories a tablespoon, but huge flavor.0 -
Home from my Turkey Trot and turkey breast roasting in the oven. Bread was't stale enough for my stuffing so it's 'staling' in the toaster oven.
Thursday Truth - More of a blessing. I'm so thankful to have my MFP folks to help me and support me in this journey. You guys are all my strength and my inspiration. I hope you all have a safe and blessed holiday. For those of you outside the US...... eat Turkey today!0 -
Hi Everyone!! Happy Thanksgiving to my US friends here!!
Did my turkey trot in 35:59!!! Amazing since I've been sick and stayed out until midnight last night! Really happy with that time as it is a PB for me! My previous was 37:30.
Need to head to the MIL's for dinner, so I will check back and do personals tonight.0
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