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Well, I had an ok weekend. Friday I was home alone, I had one glass of wine. Saturday we went to Zoo Lights, and they had cider with cinnamon whiskey, probably a ton of calories, and when we went to dinner I only had one glass of wine, but then we went out and I had two beers. Sunday I got my upper body A and cardio sprints, and yesterday I did lower A. Tonight is upper B and cardio sprints. Tomorrow rest, Thursday lower B and then probably resting til Christmas unless my sister wants to do some exercising! I will take my running shoes...
So, Rogie, did you get the tree? or maybe you took home the beaver-damaged tree
KC, I cannot shop at this time of year, the crowds and the music make me a little crazy so I have to online shop! But I love a good deal and normally I like shopping, I like looking, and touching and comparison shopping. And I think you have the right idea about picking things for people. I realized in my family we are all pretty lucky to have what we want but instead of a gift card, it's nice to say, here is something that I thought you would like or made me think of you.
Too bad on the 10k, Ris, but you were still doing better than expected!0 -
Can I just say what a GREAT pleasure it has been coming in here, day-after-day, this year??
Getting to *know* all of you! Reading about your exercise exploits, nutrition exploits, and yes, about LIFE DETAILS!!
I am REALLY grateful for this (online) community!! You have all helped me feel accountable, worthy of my goals, and generally-speaking, GREAT!
Thank you. From the bottom of my heart. Thank you.0 -
Can I just say what a GREAT pleasure it has been coming in here, day-after-day, this year??
Getting to *know* all of you! Reading about your exercise exploits, nutrition exploits, and yes, about LIFE DETAILS!!
I am REALLY grateful for this (online) community!! You have all helped me feel accountable, worthy of my goals, and generally-speaking, GREAT!
Thank you. From the bottom of my heart. Thank you.
Ditto! I talk about my internet friends and my IRL friends think I'm nutty. Whatevs. You guys rock.
Workouts and me will be so-so this week. Yesterday my kiddo got sent home for poopiness. She was OK, but 3 strikes and you're out at her day care. We got a walk in. Today I have band practice after work. I have the next 2 days off, so that should help.0 -
I definitely agree! This is the place where I can come to get back on track, share thoughts, not feel too guilty about splurging on chocolate, beer or margaritas, or any kind of general overeating!!
I think I had a horrible week last week. I went out Thursday night and had a couple of margaritas. BOOOOO!
Then, I have been eating OREOS double stuff every night with the kids and then chocolate goodies at WORK!!!
Otherwise, meals have been OK. I got a couple of good workouts in.
This week, we are celebrating our anniversary-8 years!!! So I know I will not be good. The plans are to go see Monsters, Inc. with the kids. And then dinner later, I believe at a nice restaurant.
The thing that is so hard with me is that I can never convince myself to say NO to food. Take for example yesteray. My husband works six days a week and sometimes 60-70 hours. On his day off on Monday, he meets me for lunch and brings me something. He is Mexican. So his ideal choice is authentic Mexican food like tacos and tortas (sandwich) which are made with greasy meats like pork and beef. So the tortilla is a little oily. Then we usually drink that with Cokes, my addiction!!
Usually later we go out again. I just can never resist to say no. Besides I guess I understand that he works so much and probably wants to do the least as far as cooking and eating is concerned. We went to eat a Mexican restaurant. Usually we all share the fajitas, family style! Just order extra tortillas. Usually dinner is accompanied with drinks. Either beer or margaritas, my other addiction!! Last night, I also had three beers.
My only salvation in all of this is to workout. I think that it is the only I have stayed by the 140 threshold. I hope I don't creep up over 140 again. I don't want to. My goal is to be in a size 4 again. I can get into them. But they don't look good on me yet. Still looks too tight and I spill over the top!!
In conclusion, I am grateful that at least I can relate to all of your posts.0 -
Kelly and Rogie--Nice job burning those extra calories shopping and tree-cutting (Christmas tree or otherwise)! I am definitely a slacker in those areas. Amy, I'm with you, I cant deal with real shopping this time of year, so I got all of my gifts on Amazon (and there was no shopping around or returns). We did get a tree, but it was a pre-cut tree from the Boy Scouts at the church across the street from us.
Amy--Great job on the workouts, and sounds like you did pretty well on the drinks. The cider spiked with cinnamon whiskey sounds delicious, and I'm sure you burned some of those calories walking around the zoo.
Beeps--I totally agree, it's been wonderful getting to know you and all the other ladies on this board. It definitely helps me stay accountable, and you all are such inspirations to me when I need a little motivation.
Ashley--LOL, I thought that dealing with poopiness came with the terrritory when dealing with kids! Glad she's okay though. Good luck fitting in your workouts!
As for me, not much to report. Work has been relatively slow, which means that I get to take walks at lunch and get home early enough to workout in the evening. I'm planning on doing weights when I get home today and then running a few miles tomorrow morning with a friend. My office holiday party is on Thursday, so that will be a tough day for a workout, but it goes from 3-5 so even if I have a few beers I should be able to do something easy like ride the bike when I get home.0 -
I totally talk about you guys to my real life people....kinda weird I know! And they totally think I am weird, but that is why I need all of your support, they just think I am nutty because I am always obsessing about what I eat and drink, working out, etc....this group has definitely gotten me through some rough spots this year and I am very happy to have the support of all of you! And lets continue it into 2013!
On the shopping topic....I hate shopping more than anything in the world. But, I love to dress cute and decorate my house. So its kind of a lose lose situation. I always say when I am rich one day the first thing I will get is a personal shopper. And I did all my Christmas shopping online.
I did kinda bad yesterday, had a bit of a sweets binge and then paired that with a glass of wine. I also didn't work out, I just felt icky and the junk food didn't help I am sure. I am doing well so far today and I will workout tonight for sure and I need to stay away from the sweets. I am drinking green tea right now which for some reason curbs my sweet tooth most of the time.0 -
Almost twins, you-and-I, Chloe...I HATE shopping, too! I *like* my home to be decorated, though, and I like wearing cute outfits! I, too, did ALL of my Xmas shopping online! (whew - was done by the first week of Dec, nice!)
Better - explain the "poopiness" comment....what does it mean? If she soils 3 diapers IN A DAY, she's "out"????????????
prati - HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! Tonight is "date night" with my hubby. I'm fasting all day - gonna drink alcohol tonight! Tons of it!
PS - I'm down to 150.6 lbs. That's nearly 15 lbs GONE since end of September! REALLY!! I am on a HARD PUSH to get into the 140's. I had promised myself I'd be 145 by end of 2012....don't think I'm (quite) gonna get there, but I'll be within striking distance! And, I have a "sun vacation" with hubby by mid-January so, bar NONE, I'm gonna be AT 145 for THAT vacay! And, I'm gonna buy myself a NEW BATHING SUIT to celebrate!0 -
pratimaram--It's SO hard to say no when you eat out or take out, and the liquid calories definitely add up. It's particularly hard when eating become part of your lifestyle, not just sustenance. Sounds like you have two options--like you said, you can workout, or you can find ways to cut back (or both, so I guess three options). You just need to figure out what changes you can make that you'll be able to stick with, and you'll get where you want to be! And happy anniversary!
I'm definitely a closet MFPer; I think my friends would totally think I was nutty if they knew I tracked everything, or maybe it's just me being self concious about it. But it's so nice to chat with like-minded people that care about nutrition and fitness, it would be nice if my real life people did a little more....
Beeps--15 pounds since September is amazing! You'll be down to 145 in no time. Have a great date night!0 -
Aww, Beeps, you're so sweet and I total agree. I love the online community. In my day to day life, I am one of the skinnier people and it's hard to find support. Awesome job on the loss.
Chloe, today I'm right there with you. Somone at work gave me these yummy round powder sugar cookie things...whatever they are, I ate 4 and I know I will be having a drink as soon as I gethome.
Ris- sounds like a good plan.My work party is tomorrow and I know I wll eat a lot and honestly, I doubt I will workout :-? but next week I'm off and plan on hitting it out after Christmas.
Prati - Happy anniversary!
This morning, I got up at 4:45 to workout. Ended up laying in bed with my coffee, trying to get motivated on here. Didn't happen. I may end up slacking all week and hitting it hard after the holidays.0 -
Chloe, today I'm right there with you. Somone at work gave me these yummy round powder sugar cookie things...whatever they are, I ate 4 and I know I will be having a drink as soon as I gethome.
Russian Tea Cakes? I had those at my work too! love
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Beeps - YAYYY on the 15 pound weight loss. And since September, that is is really great!! Have a fun date night with hubby. But don't fast!! Just eat light and drink lots of water.
Thanks Ris for the advice. You know... some days are really good especially the ones that I don't spend with my husband. Those days I can concentrate on what I need to eat and not have the distractions of "good food" to tempt me. But I have to be more conscientious even when I am with him. I have to put into effect that 3rd option that you were saying.
Chloe - What kind of green tea do you drink? Hot or cold? Do you sweeten it? I need to start drinking some, I have a horrible sweet tooth!!
I am definitely a closet MFPer too. Even my hubby doesnt know! I'm not sure why though. I guess I am conscientious
and wouldn't take the criticism well. It is comforting to know that in a way, we do NOT know each other here in this group. And so we are more open than we would be to people that we DO know. It's funny how that works....... But, I am glad that we have come together as a group and we can share these common feelings and stories! It makes us all stronger and more determined in the end to reach our GOALS!!
My Xmas shopping is almost done. I got some new Lego sets and a Lalaloopsey mini-dolls set and playhouse (brand new also) off of craigslist. All I have left to do now is get some books from Amazon and a couple of other stocking stuffers. Then I still have my mom and hubby. I think I will have to go to the store for them. But, I love shopping. I love to look around. I love bargain shopping. Anybody here a Goodwill or thrift shop buyer? I am.0 -
I had a good day yesterday overall. I caved and had one oreo truffle my coworker brought in. But, I see that as a success because that is usually where my problem is, I tend to be all or nothing. Normally if I have one, then I have 5 and then I get home and I'm like screw it I'm gonna skip my workout and drink wine. But, yesterday I worked out and did great for the rest of the night and no wine! Today I have the same plan except we do have a lunch I have to go to at work and I have no idea what will be served, but I will do my best.
Beeps- WOW on the 15 lbs!
Prat- I drink whatever brand is on sale, Pure Green Tea, hot and unsweetened0 -
I drank 5 light rum + diet cokes! I couldn't sleep a wink! I ate a ceasar salad (no dressing), so my calories yesterday were UBER-low!
I have a headache!
It's probably a hang-over!!
Glad I got ALL of that outta my system!0 -
Haha, Beeps, can't find anything you like more than a rum and diet coke?
I did my arms workout and a little bit of cardio. My ability to jog drops off dramaticaly if I don't stick with it!
I think that is all the working out I can manage until after Christmas! I had the last three days of no drinking alcohol but that ends tonight with margs.
I like thrift store, Prati! My sister is really good at spotting the good stuff so I like to go with her and we fill a cart up and head to the dressing room.
Have you heard the thriftstore song, it makes me laugh, "I wear your grand-dad's clothes, I look incredible, I got this big-*kitten* coat, from the thrift store down the road..." and I do have a big-*kitten* coat from the thrift store, its black and furry (fake), I call it "whole lotta coat" and it only comes out for especially cold formal occassions like new years eve!
I had a pretty good day, ate too much candy at night though, I guess I will substitute if I don't have beer/wine.
I think soup is a good way to diet, you feel like you get a big bowl of food and the cals are so low! plus the broth helps you feel full too.0 -
I am also incredibly grateful for this group, since my friends & family tend to think I obsess too much I try not to talk about things like nutrition & exercise around them so this has been a great place for me.
Chloe, I am the same way that if I have any at all I have a lot, so nice job with the self-control.
Amy, I am actually the opposite with soup. It's like if there's liquid I don't feel like I am really eating so I end up eating a ton of bread alongside it.
I finally got some Nutcracker pics, but I don't know how to post them here - any tips?0 -
I didn't do too great yesterday. We had a work luncheon and all they served was lasagna, beef and chicken in a not so healthy sauce. So I loaded up my plate with salad and a vinaigrette dressing and a piece of meatless lasagna. And I wasn't going to go for dessert, but then everyone at my table just kept raving about how good it was, so I had a peice. It was bread pudding and I do have to say it was delicious. But, I got home from work, had a great workout. I didn't eat dinner, but I did some Christmas baking and had some wine and a few cookies.
Today should be a good day though. I have fish and vegetables planned for dinner and a good workout after work. Have a great day everyone!0 -
abi - post the pics to photobucket.com first. Then, you can click the url (link) from photobucket into mfp post....change the capital letters "IMG" at the beginning and end of that url to small letters "img" and you're good to go!0
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I like tinypic.com, you don't have to sign up or anything, just upload the picture and select "for message board" so it's not too huge, then they will give you the link and you just change IMG to imgabi - post the pics to photobucket.com first. Then, you can click the url (link) from photobucket into mfp post....change the capital letters "IMG" at the beginning and end of that url to small letters "img" and you're good to go!
Can't wait to see pics!0 -
chloe, I think it sounds like you did pretty well, considering!
I have the office potluck today and I brought pear gorganzola salad with a vinaigrette so at least there's that! I think that with turkey should be pretty reasonable.
Last night I had mexican food-tamale and a chile relleno, and a marg and 4 beers, I had two at the restaurant and came home and had two more, which I could have done with out...0 -
oooh mexican food sounds so good to me right now!0
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mexican food DOES sound good! I already had it on the menu for nanny to do "tacos" (hard shell only - my FAVE!) for Friday supper....sure wish it was tonight!0
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It worked - thanks for the help!0
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Actually, it's a scale goal. I want to lose the last pound in December and be my goal weight before 2012.0
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Hey internet friends! I've been off the last 2 days, so I've been reading, but not posting. SO to clear up the day care.....she had diarrhea three times in a row, not just normal poo. If it was normal poo, we'd be in trouble! So that's that.
On another topic, I did pretty well on my days off. I got in a couple good workouts: some lifting and some HIIT, a little running and walking. Chloe, I love that plank series. I've been shortening it which ends up being about 6 minutes total, but it's a great workout. Wednesday I did this (I think memory serves me):
plank 30 seconds
elbow plank 30 seconds
10 plank up and downs
rest 30 seconds
side plank leg lift (right)
40 plank knees to chest
side plank leg lift (left)
40 plank knees to chest (sometimes I throw some planks twists in)
rest 30 seconds
plank 40 seconds
elbow plank 30 seconds
I also got a short stroller run in and walked to do some shopping with the baby yesterday. I finished up Christmas and bought me a new sweater dress and other button up dress thing; both to go with leggings. I'm sort of legging obsessed this season.
Food wise, I've done okay this week. Yesterday i skipped breakfast and had a relatively light lunch with the intention of eating a ligth dinner and having a low day. Then I saw a friend posted on FB, "Was on my way to the gym for mabye the last time ever and stopped and got a double cheeseburger and fries instead. Now I'm pouring myself a glass of dessert." I don't really think the world will end today, but I just decided F it, I'm having some wine and the pizza my husband is bringing home from happy hour with his buddy. And that was that. I had 2 pieces of pizza and 3ish glases of wine and almost stayed within my cals. I was up a half pound yesterday so after Christmas I need to focus on my diet which should be a little easy since I'm not drinking in January. I'm just going to keep on keeping on with the workouts and then start mini training on towards the end of January. I'm excited to run my first mini, but I think I'm going to get bored running 3-4 times a week. That's pretty much all I'll have time for. We'll see.....
Anyways, you all are doing fantastic! Sounds like everyone is balancing indulgence with structure. Tis the season right. We could be just going off the deep end, but we're not. So yay us!
After work today I'm off till next Wednesday so everyone have a great Christmas!0 -
Lots to catch up on….
Kelly--getting up at 4:45 am is quite ambitious! Trying to fit everything in around the holidays is tough. It will be a lot easier to fit in those workouts after Christmas if you have some time off, I think you're allowed to relax and enjoy the holidays for now.
Prati--nice work on the Christmas shopping! Thankfully I'm finally done as well….
Chloe--nice job sticking to one truffle! It's definitely an accomplishment to be able to just work in those treats rather than letting them derail your plans.
Beeps--sounds like you had a fun date night :drinker:
Amy--LOVE the soup method of dieting, before my wedding that was all I ate during the day and it definitely helped take the weight of. It is definitely satisfying without a ton of extra calories. And that pear gorgonzola salad sounds delicious!!!
Abi--I can't see the pics, probably the security settings at work, but I'm sure you look fabulous!
Mandy--despite all the hype about NSVs, scale goals are allowed too!
Ashley--that plank series looks intense! And glad to hear you're enjoying what could be your last days, I guess if we make it through the apocalypse you have all of January to focus on your diet
What's the mini that you're doing?
With the beer at our work holiday party yesterday (it was at a bar) I went a little over my calories yesterday and didn't end up getting in a real workout, but I still logged everything at least. I'm going to log today too, but then my plan is to try to just eat in moderation the next few days when I'm with my family. Luckily my brother is a big runner too, so I'm hoping we'll fit in a few runs during the visit. I probably won't be checking in again until after Christmas, but I hope you all have a wonderful holiday!!!0 -
Abigail - LOVE those pics! You look AWESOME and RED IS YOUR COLOUR!
Ris - Merry Xmas and happy holidays to you, too!
Better - LOVE the "end of the world" ritual....nice.
I get to lift, today!0 -
Abi, you do look great, the dress is gorgeous and you look very slender and fit!
May your days be merry and bright-and may all your christmases be white:happy:
Kate posted something on my profile and I thought, hmm, this is interesting, maybe the NTH girls want to "weigh in" (I weighed in this morning and I up a bit, I thought my skinny jeans were tight from my huge muscles, but I am not so sure )
"I have been coming around to the performance before aesthetics attitude but I honestly believe its more effective in achieving the aesthetic goals. Intuitively, if you want a body that looks strong and fit should you actualy be strong and fit? Also this: "When you’re in the gym, or outside sprinting, focus on your performance, not burning calories. You’ll be more motivated if you’re concerned about getting an extra rep or running an extra sprint than about working yourself to complete and utter exhaustion. Oftentimes when people train for fat loss, they perform grueling workouts that leave them huffing, puffing, and crumbled into a delirious heap of sweat on the floor. Just because you finish a workout exhausted or nauseous does not mean it was an effective or productive workout. The value of your workout is not determined by how tired you are afterwards, or even how sore you are the next day. You should follow a sound training program that emphasizes improved performance to achieve your fat loss goals."
I fear I do focus on aesthetic goals, except when I was running, I really wanted to be able to run 30 mins straight, which was a performance goal. But I think there's something to this, maybe after Feb vacation I will be able to change my focus a little better. Or set goals about running a 10-minute mile, doing a pull up, 10 real pushups...0
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