Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

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  • About white water rafting...I've been twice (in my teens) and it was AWESOME! also went mountain rappelling and that was AWESOME as well. :)

    Anywho, Friday fitness (work is a bit slow tonight letting me get on here) I finished a full week of Insanity and it is AMAZING! I love it. Lots of jumping and I"m getting better at it. There are still things I have trouble doing, all the pushups with the jumps, but for the most part am finding it to be easier each time and I am accomplishing more things each workout. Actually wore out mom (and I got her on MFP too! and my SIL!)

    I decided that yesterday weigh in didn't accurately reflect everything, since I drank so much water...so I popped on the scale tonight and hit a new low! I'm down 8 lbs all together. Very excited! :)

    Write some more tonight so I will have something to read while I"m at work babysitting the front desk!
  • tootsanderson
    tootsanderson Posts: 1,636 Member
    Those ankle stories hurt me just to read them. I did always think that rafting a river might be fun, but it looks a little dangerous.

    Tom

    it can actually be VERY dangerous. especially if the water is really high. but when it isn't really high it can be relatively safe. i wouldn't take a kid though or anything.
    I have always wanted to go on a white water rafting trip. Maybe I will tell hubby that I would like that for a reward this summer for all my hard work.:happy:

    you totally should. it's amazing. if you've never been make sure you have a guide.
    About white water rafting...I've been twice (in my teens) and it was AWESOME! also went mountain rappelling and that was AWESOME as well. :)

    ohh i've been rappelling too, it WAS awesome. these are the things that happen when you grow up in colorado :laugh:
  • rachael726
    rachael726 Posts: 202 Member
    @jumpy- I'm so happy for you!!! Its hard eating all the stuff we want but worth it on the scale!

    I had been good all day and fell apart at dinner, but tomorrow is back to work and hard! I ate 1000 calories over (I'm at 1200/day). This is only the 2nd time I've been over since I started my tracking on 1/3/13. I do feel guilty which is good I suppose. I even turned down a taco salad for lunch and ate the lunch I brought, which was lettuce and tuna. How could I let it all go for some Cajun chicken Alfredo, biscuits and cake! Omg-- lol

    I feel exhausted and just need to rest. Today was supposed to be my off day, but I brought my Leslie sansone DVD to wok and got some of our clients moving. They loved it. Some struggled and some had it down pay, so I got my exercise in today. Although, still not enough to make for my bad choices for dinner tonight.

    On a much more positive note----I'm going on a lunch date tomorrow with a guy who I have inspired to start eating better. Should be interesting! First date in over 3 1/2 years for me!! Ahhhhh!!!! I will report tomorrow after I get back!

    ~Rachael
  • @rachael HOT DOG! Let us know how it goes! I've been married for almost 6 years & together for 10. I miss dating, but my hubby is "the one"...I'm looking forward to the day I can put on that LBD (and not look like a muffin factory) and have a date night where I feel like a teenager again!
  • susan2396
    susan2396 Posts: 794 Member
    Friday Fitness: It's been a good week. I feel like I'm back on track after a shaky November/December.

    Sunday - Outside walk. DONE
    Monday - Gym AM. DONE
    Tuesday - Gym AM. DONE
    Wednesday - Gym AM. DONE
    Thursday - Gym AM. DONE
    Friday - Break
    Saturday - Chef for Kids 5K with my son. Should be fun!!

    This weekend the weather is supposed ot be sunny and in the 60's. I'll be out walking on Sunday. Can't wait!!!
  • Lauriek70
    Lauriek70 Posts: 2,087 Member
    Workout goals for 1-12 to 1-18
    Saturday- Gym cardio NOT DONE
    Sunday- Rest DONE
    Monday- Gym training day 3 DONE with a little climbing
    Tuesday- rest NO GYM YES
    WEdnesday- Trainer workout DONE
    Thursday- gym DONE
    Friday- Rock climbing DONE

    5 days straight of gym with weights/ and light cardio. The rock climbing tonight was good and my arms and legs did get a good workout in. Tomorrow will be a rest day.

    Saturday- REST DAY
    Sunday- Rest or gym
    Monday- Gym
    Tuesday- Gym?
    Wednesday-Trainer
    Thursday gym
    Friday-Rock Climbing
  • skinnyjeanzbound
    skinnyjeanzbound Posts: 3,932 Member
    Hi everyone! So much good news from everyone!

    Friday Fitness:
    I usually skip exercise on friday (other than maybe a quick walk with gunner)--my teacher friends and I all go out for drinks, so I don't feel like working out when I get home. However, as I was driving home today, I decided to walk gunner and go to the gym. I've NEVER been there on a friday night and it was pretty empty. Did some weights and then ran 3 miles on the treadmill. I'm getting pretty comfortable at 5.5 mph, and 3 miles no longer feels like my "long" run.

    I'm super excited tonight b/c my friend and I booked our flight to Zurich. We are going from July 15-26!! Can't wait!! For the newlings, a couple of my friends moved to Zurich in November, so we will be staying with them while we are there. Good thing too, b/c it's the 2nd most expensive city in the world! :noway: There's no way I could ever afford a trip there if I had to pay for lodging. I had airline miles which covered a good portion of my flight, so it cost me about $900. Now I will start saving up money for our side trip to the French Alps and for spending money while in Zurich. Considering a hamburger cost about $25, I'm guessing I might lose more weight while there--I won't be able to afford the food! :laugh:

    I'm not going to do personals tonight b/c it's getting late and I feel a headache coming on. I will catch up with you all tomorrow Oh, but I did want to say I've always wanted to try white water rafting as well. That and shark diving are 2 of my bucket list items.

    Exercise Goals:
    Mon--core work DONE
    Tues--rest day (meeting after work)--I ended up running 3 miles on my treadmill!! Yay me!
    Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym NOT DONE, but did core work instead
    Thurs--walk gunner + core work or dancing NOT DONE worked late
    Fri--rest day (plans w/ friends right after work) WALKED GUNNER + WENT TO GYM!!! weights and treadmill
    Sat--walk gunner + core work
    Sun--walk gunner + gym (long run)

    Grading goals:
    1. 26/48 AP essays
    2. 22/22 Advanced Grammar Final Exam essays DONE
    3. enter participation for juniors DONE
    4. finish posting all grades DONE with all accept one AP class
  • rachael726
    rachael726 Posts: 202 Member
    My big Saturday success is that I went on my lunch date and had a great time! We sat and talked for 2 hrs!!! It was so nice to hang out and enjoy a healthy meal. My lunch was only 252 calories! I'm definitely staying on track today after my whirlwind of a dinner yesterday. Hope everyone is having a great start to the weekend. I'll catch up later, time to take the dog out for a walk/jog.

    @skinny- that trip sounds like fun!

    ~Rachael
  • kah68
    kah68 Posts: 1,515 Member
    Saturday Success~Got to the gym this morning and got my 3-mile run in, then spent some time in the sauna afterwards. Now its time to get errands and get laundry done. Maybe pick up a movie for later.

    Hope everyone is enjoying their Saturday - its gorgeous and 60s here today.

    @rachael~Sounds like you had a fun lunch!
  • RobinsEgg
    RobinsEgg Posts: 3,702 Member
    Skinny - I'm guessing 2 days will be for traveling so that gives you 10 days for fun what a great plan - I'm so happy for you! You are going to be in such great shape for those Alps - WOOT!

    Rachael - good success at the lunch -very low cal!

    I'm going to my favorite pizza place for dinner with my nephew's family - and have only had minimal calories so far today, which is a success in itself. I intend to bring home some pizza for tomorrow too - its that good. Will compensate by reducing other calories and working out to Wii Dance and continuing to clean like a madwoman! Can you believe my Christmas decorations are still around?
  • skinnyjeanzbound
    skinnyjeanzbound Posts: 3,932 Member
    @kelley--weather here is nice too--upper 40's which is heaven for Chicago in January! Too bad the temps are set to tank tonight. They are saying Monday will be down in the single digits--brrrr!

    @rachael--glad you enjoyed your lunch date!

    I took gunner for a long walk since he probably won't get one tomorrow or Monday--I don't mind taking him when it's cold, but we are also supposed to have high winds. The combination is too much--he doesn't like the wind either; it hurts his ears. I'm now at starbucks grading. I have 22 AP essays left, so my goal today is to get through at least half of those. I will report back later if I have success with that.

    My other goal for today is to eat a nice big salad for lunch! I haven't had one this week, and I want to meet lin's challenge of at least one salad per week!
  • MyM0wM0w
    MyM0wM0w Posts: 2,008 Member
    Saturday success - I did get way more walking this week than the past few. That's my success.

    Diet sure wasn't it all it should be. I shouldn't GAIN, but I sure don't think I lost. Feeling like garbage today with a fever, sniffly, and coughing. I had a chicken carcass in the freezer so I drove over to the store this morning for chicken soup fixins. Of course in my feverish and weakened state (that's my story and I'm sticking to it!) I ALSO came home with two donuts.

    Spending the next three days babying myself in the hopes whatever scurvy I picked up will be gone by work Tuesday morning.
  • skinnyjeanzbound
    skinnyjeanzbound Posts: 3,932 Member
    @kris--feel better! have you tried sucking on a lime? :laugh:

    So far, so good--got through 5 essays and just ordered a 2nd drink (it's just unsweetened passion tea, so zero calories). I should be good for at least 7 more essays.

    Grading goals:
    1. 31/48 AP essays
    2. 22/22 Advanced Grammar Final Exam essays DONE
    3. enter participation for juniors DONE
    4. finish posting all grades DONE with all accept one AP class

    Exercise Goals:
    Mon--core work DONE
    Tues--rest day (meeting after work)--I ended up running 3 miles on my treadmill!! Yay me!
    Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym NOT DONE, but did core work instead
    Thurs--walk gunner + core work or dancing NOT DONE worked late
    Fri--rest day (plans w/ friends right after work) WALKED GUNNER + WENT TO GYM!!! weights and treadmill
    Sat--walk gunner DONE + core work
    Sun--walk gunner + gym (long run)
  • kvandeest
    kvandeest Posts: 36 Member
    My Saturday success is that it is over 60 degrees here in Kansas, so I bought some family size packages of chicken and ground chuck and grilled them up for meals next week. I sat out in the sun and soaked it in while it cooked. It was one of those pleasures that I enjoy. Just got done planning my dinner with my mom to Red Lobster I have to choose between the baked potato or a biscuit. That's a pretty good choice! Then headed to a movie. Enjoy your Saturday everyone!:happy:
  • skinnyjeanzbound
    skinnyjeanzbound Posts: 3,932 Member
    @kvandeest--great job planning ahead! I would probably choose the biscuit b/c I don't really like white potatoes. However, the potato is probably a lot more filling. Whatever your choice, savor it and have fun.

    Ok--so I thought I could make it through 11 essays, but only managed 9. :ohwell: The day's not over, so may still get a few more done tonight--we'll see.

    Grading goals:
    1. 35/48 AP essays
    2. 22/22 Advanced Grammar Final Exam essays DONE
    3. enter participation for juniors DONE
    4. finish posting all grades DONE with all accept one AP class

    Exercise Goals:
    Mon--core work DONE
    Tues--rest day (meeting after work)--I ended up running 3 miles on my treadmill!! Yay me!
    Wed--walk gunner DONE + gym NOT DONE, but did core work instead
    Thurs--walk gunner + core work or dancing NOT DONE worked late
    Fri--rest day (plans w/ friends right after work) WALKED GUNNER + WENT TO GYM!!! weights and treadmill
    Sat--walk gunner DONE + core work
    Sun--walk gunner + gym (long run)
  • karenleona
    karenleona Posts: 3,959 Member
    Hi everyone! So much good news from everyone!

    Friday Fitness:
    I usually skip exercise on friday (other than maybe a quick walk with gunner)--my teacher friends and I all go out for drinks, so I don't feel like working out when I get home. However, as I was driving home today, I decided to walk gunner and go to the gym. I've NEVER been there on a friday night and it was pretty empty. Did some weights and then ran 3 miles on the treadmill. I'm getting pretty comfortable at 5.5 mph, and 3 miles no longer feels like my "long" run.

    I'm super excited tonight b/c my friend and I booked our flight to Zurich. We are going from July 15-26!! Can't wait!! For the newlings, a couple of my friends moved to Zurich in November, so we will be staying with them while we are there. Good thing too, b/c it's the 2nd most expensive city in the world! :noway: There's no way I could ever afford a trip there if I had to pay for lodging. I had airline miles which covered a good portion of my flight, so it cost me about $900. Now I will start saving up money for our side trip to the French Alps and for spending money while in Zurich. Considering a hamburger cost about $25, I'm guessing I might lose more weight while there--I won't be able to afford the food! :laugh:

    Great job on getting an unplanned workout done!!
    Wow! A trip to Zurich sounds fabulous....had not idea it was soooooo expensive. Good thing you have friends to stay with.
    My "big" trip will be to Alberta to see my grandson :laugh: :laugh:
  • BohemianCoast
    BohemianCoast Posts: 349 Member
    @barquilt -- well done for keeping up with the exercises. I always get groceries online too, and really appreciated it today what with the snow on the ground. (Though this is London -- so our back gardens all look like Winter Wonderland, and the front just looks like a pile of filthy muddy slush).
    @Kristen -- a full week of Insanity! That's amazing! And well done for getting your family on MFP.
    @Rachael -- Ooh, glad your date went so well!
    @Robin -- I have finally put away all our decorations, terribly late but there you go. A couple of things needed mending or cleaning (or in once case cleaning, then mending after a tassel came off in the wash), but it's all done now. Mid-January, that's not so bad.
    @Kris -- hope you're feeling a bit better now.
    @Kvandeest -- I think it's so sensible to plan your meals when you're going out to a restaurant. I always get a bit lost when I'm looking at the menu trying to figure out what to have.

    MFP reduced my calories again because I lost a bit more, and once again I'm finding the new target super hard. I think I'd be ok if it wasn't for the weather, which makes it very hard to get the exercise in. The house is cold too. We're eating lots of winter food. I made a fantastic pea and ham soup, but because it was made with the ham stock it was really salty, and I was rewarded for all that sodium with a super high weight! I am telling myself it's only water from the sodium. I don't normally eat much processed food or add much salt in cooking so that's quite unusual. And tomorrow I am going to deal with the Beetroot Mountain by making borscht. And if that doesn't use all the beetroots then I'll move on to a beetroot and raspberry jelly.

    Hope you're all loving your weekend!

    -- Alison
  • RobinsEgg
    RobinsEgg Posts: 3,702 Member
    OK - I'm back from pizza and I only had 2 pieces and brought home 2 more for dinner tomorrow. I feel good, comfortably full, but not that stuffed feeling. Its my favorite pizza so its good to have a taste from time to time. I really enjoyed visiting with my nephew and his family. His 2 boys are 6 and 4 and were so tired from their trip to the zoo that they were extremely well behaved. My nephew has moved close to me - just an hour away, from Philadelphia. They had a bad experience selling their house - lost over $12K selliing it, guess they didn't own it long enough for the improvements to pay off. But they have good jobs here are are building a new home so are doing OK.

    Boho Coast - so proud of you for getting your Christmas stuff cleaned up and put away!

    Skinny - good job on grading - kudos!

    MowMow - hope you feel better.

    Kvandeest - Red Lobster bisquits - I have to have one every time I go there. So impressed you can resist them!
  • vickimieth
    vickimieth Posts: 333 Member
    MFP reduced my calories again because I lost a bit more, and once again I'm finding the new target super hard. I think I'd be ok if it wasn't for the weather, which makes it very hard to get the exercise in. The house is cold too. We're eating lots of winter food. I made a fantastic pea and ham soup, but because it was made with the ham stock it was really salty, and I was rewarded for all that sodium with a super high weight! I am telling myself it's only water from the sodium. I don't normally eat much processed food or add much salt in cooking so that's quite unusual. And tomorrow I am going to deal with the Beetroot Mountain by making borscht. And if that doesn't use all the beetroots then I'll move on to a beetroot and raspberry jelly.

    I'm soo glad I am not the only one who feels that way about the calorie drops, Alison!

    The cold weather isn't helping me, either... we had our coldest day ever recorded last week. I'm in-between gyms (due to finances), so desperately trying to get enough exercise in.

    Comfort food tonight - grilled cheese & homemade tomato soup - to stave off the cold. Pretty much avoided food all day to make sure I could "afford" it (didn't starve, just really held back).

    Doing a show tomorrow - will be a real challenge to stay on track.
  • Lauriek70
    Lauriek70 Posts: 2,087 Member
    Karen- So happy that you were able to book your trip to Zurich. It sounds like fun. Enjoy the ALPS. Good luck with the grading. I know you will get it done.

    Alison-What is Beetroot Mountain by making borscht?

    Robin- Great job with the pizza.

    Rachel- Glad your date went well. A person who I have not seen in about a year called me out of the blue and wants to fix me up with her brother again. This will be the 2nd time she has tried but this time her brother wants to meet me. We are having lunch on Monday so hopefully, her brother will join us. However, I am not holding my breathe on this one.

    We are experiencing warmer weather here highs in the 50's. It was great today to be outside. I did a little condo shopping today since I am looking for a place. Saw a few places but nothing that really grab my attention. Then I spent time cooking dinner and making brownies for a party tomorrow. I think I will be going to the gym tomorrow so I can enjoy the party then I might out go and watch the Ravens game at a local establishment.

    Success this week figuring out how to do lunges and weight training all week.

    Regarding MFP and calorie settings- You can go in and change your settings for your calorie goals. That way you can find what will work for you.
  • RobinsEgg
    RobinsEgg Posts: 3,702 Member
    Laurie - I am still settling into my condo but I am loving owning a home and the freedom it affords me, so I wish you the best of luck in your search. I know you also have responsibilities at home, so I know you won't rush into it. I hope your date proves fun. My BF actually told me he wasn't interested in dating me, when we met on our first blind date, but I asked if he wanted to hang out and have a female friend to do things with. It sure worked out well for me. We're best friends now, and at our ages (me 62, him 71) its wonderful. We're going to Jamaica together Feb.25.

    I did my exercises tonight, happy to report that!
  • rachael726
    rachael726 Posts: 202 Member
    @kah , Alison and skinny- thanks, I enjoyed myself! He's trying to eat healthy too and he's lost 3 lbs since talking to me. A 6 foot man with baby blues.. Makes my heart melt lol. He said we'll have to do it again, so that's a major plus!!!!:blushing: :bigsmile:

    @robin- I was super impressed with the heart healthy menu they had. I didnt get a chance to log all the nutrition but just a quick calorie add. It was good, melon de gallo over chicken, white rice and broccoli. Very well seasoned! Pizza sounds awesome. One of my favorites.

    @laurie- you nvr know what will happen! Go and enjoy yourself! If something blossoms, so be it! Good luck and Report back!!


    I took my dog, biscuit, for a lovely walk today. I used the app run keeper which is great for outdoor exercise, tracks distance, calories and time. I walked 36 min and ran 3 min. The running is very challenging with all this extra weight, but I'm going for time right now. Slow starting, but it's better than nothing I suppose. Biscuit enjoyed herself and took a great nap when we got home. Weather was absolutely gorgeous here today in southern NJ. Supposed to be great tomorrow too before that cold winter air moves in starting Tuesday. I'm still trying to find a gym that has a "play room" for kids. Have to have that bc the dog can't babysit them and they aren't old enough to stay home alone YET. *sigh* hope I find one soon to hit the treadmill and elliptical again. I ate good today and felt awesome!! Totally made up for yesterday. Time for rest.. Goodnight all!
  • lizmil79
    lizmil79 Posts: 566 Member
    Hello Everyone,

    Today has been a good day. Able to get some housework done. Than went with my daughter to our local Y. Where we met up with a friend. That is where we hangout for the afternoon. Really tired now but enjoy the day a lot. Food has gone ok too.

    @Robin you really did a good job on piazza good self control.

    @Karen your trip to Zurich sure sounds like its going to be fun.--
    Rachel -- good job on walking your dog. We are having some very cold weather for here. Plus sidewalks and streets.are really slick. So no long dog walks. My walks having been limit to treadmill, indoor tracks or mall.

    @mymowmow hope you feel better.
    @Hobo Coast. I had most of my Christmas stuff put away except a few so finally finish it myself this week.
    @Laurie - Good luck on the condo hunt. We just bought a year ago a little house. It is our first we had been long time renters. I agree with Robin.best decision we made on buying no regrets and it does bring a sense of freedom.
    @Vickimieth--- we are having record cold weather too. A lot of times I experience depression during winter and with the extreme cold not helping. Have you a Y in your area? They offer help if you can 't afford full price.

    Sorry if I miss anyone. Wishing everyone a good night.

    Liz
  • skinnyjeanzbound
    skinnyjeanzbound Posts: 3,932 Member
    @rachael--what kind of dog is Biscuit? My dog, Gunner, is a boxer/shepherd mix--he is the love of my life (shhh--don't tell the DH :wink: ). He loves going for walks and runs, and he's served as my "personal trainer"--I've always tried to get him out for a daily walk, but since starting MFP and setting higher exercise goals, he's ensured that even on those "lazy days" I get out the door with him. It's just too hard to resist his puppy-dog eyes. :heart:

    @robin--great job with the pizza and exercise!

    @laurie--thanks, I know I will get the grading done, just wish there was less of it in general. My DH keeps telling me to stop assigning HW and my students agree with him. :tongue: Good luck with your condo search--finding a new place is so exciting! I also hope the set up with your friend's brother works out.

    @vickie--I do a bunch of core exercises at home, most of which I get from self.com--if you sign up on their website, they will send you a weekly "get fit move" which is usually a slideshow with a bunch of exercises with pictures and descriptions of the moves. They also send a "self recipe of the week" and "self beauty tip of the week."

    @alison--I agree with vickie--I also find it difficult sometimes when my calories drop. :ohwell: Hope your weather improves soon. I saw on BBC World News that England got a bunch of snow! Hope your area wasn't hit too hard.

    @karenleona--thanks! I know I'm really fortunate that I have a place to stay. Yeah, my nephew and niece were living in Germany and visited Zurich on their honeymoon. She said they ate at a Pizza Hut and it cost $75 for the 2 of them! :noway: Fortunately, we will be able to buy groceries and prepare food at my friends' flat, so we won't have to pay for every meal at restaurant prices. However, even groceries are pretty expensive. I hope your trip to Alberta is fun. I've actually never been anywhere in Canada except Windsor and only just over the bridge from Detroit (where my extended family lives). I have a bunch of family in Toronto, but I've never been there to visit.

    Saturday Success:
    Well, I only got through 9 essays today, so I have 13 left for tomorrow. However, I really could have procrastinated and not done any grading since we are off Monday for MLK day. My new goal is to finish them tomorrow, so I will have a "true" holiday on Monday.

    I also consider it a success that I managed to get to the gym 2 days during the week for 2 weeks in a row. It's so common for me to push that off until the weekend. Had some bad food days early in the week, but I definitely improved. Even did some cooking!
  • susan2396
    susan2396 Posts: 794 Member
    Saturday Success: Great week! Exercised 6 out of 7 days and lost 6 lbs. Last night was Girls Night Out playing bunco. A few too many adult beverages, but a TON of laughter, which was really needed. This morning I was up bright and early (very tough due to last night's festivities), but I did the Chef for Kids 5K with my son in 48 minutes. I did a little running, but mostly speedy walking. It was a tough start, but ended strong. I'm looking forward to next week. Let's do this!!!!
  • susan2396
    susan2396 Posts: 794 Member
    My big Saturday success is that I went on my lunch date and had a great time! We sat and talked for 2 hrs!!! It was so nice to hang out and enjoy a healthy meal. My lunch was only 252 calories! I'm definitely staying on track today after my whirlwind of a dinner yesterday. Hope everyone is having a great start to the weekend. I'll catch up later, time to take the dog out for a walk/jog.

    @skinny- that trip sounds like fun!

    ~Rachael

    I'm so glad you enjoyed yourself. I haven't quite been ready to throw myself out there. I've been a single mom now about 8 years. I guess I should start one of these days, but just haven't met the right person yet. Oh well. I'm enjoying life and taking care of me right now. Good luck and hope you guys chat again soon!!
  • susan2396
    susan2396 Posts: 794 Member
    I'm super excited tonight b/c my friend and I booked our flight to Zurich. We are going from July 15-26!! Can't wait!! For the newlings, a couple of my friends moved to Zurich in November, so we will be staying with them while we are there. Good thing too, b/c it's the 2nd most expensive city in the world! :noway: There's no way I could ever afford a trip there if I had to pay for lodging. I had airline miles which covered a good portion of my flight, so it cost me about $900. Now I will start saving up money for our side trip to the French Alps and for spending money while in Zurich. Considering a hamburger cost about $25, I'm guessing I might lose more weight while there--I won't be able to afford the food! :laugh:

    Super excited for you!! Over 20 years ago, I had the opportunity to tour around Europe and Zurich was one of my favorite places. The views are simply breathtaking. I know you're going to have so much fun especially seeing the area with locals. I can't wait to hear about it this summer when you return.
  • susan2396
    susan2396 Posts: 794 Member
    MFP reduced my calories again because I lost a bit more, and once again I'm finding the new target super hard. I think I'd be ok if it wasn't for the weather, which makes it very hard to get the exercise in. The house is cold too. We're eating lots of winter food. I made a fantastic pea and ham soup, but because it was made with the ham stock it was really salty, and I was rewarded for all that sodium with a super high weight! I am telling myself it's only water from the sodium. I don't normally eat much processed food or add much salt in cooking so that's quite unusual. And tomorrow I am going to deal with the Beetroot Mountain by making borscht. And if that doesn't use all the beetroots then I'll move on to a beetroot and raspberry jelly.

    Hope you're all loving your weekend!

    -- Alison

    I normally tweak my numbers anyway. I'll see where MFP is recommending, but I'm normally adjusting the calories plus I track carbs/protein/fiber/sodium. I will change those on and off again too. We don't really have the cold weather to adjust too, but I think that has to be taken into consideration. I guess it's a lot of video's in doors and creative movement when it's so cold. We're pretty spoiled on the west coast. In Las Vegas, we have sunny days about 95% of the time so it's pretty nice. No excuses for me. Darn!!!
  • jtconst
    jtconst Posts: 641 Member
    Hi all. Sounds like everyone is having a fairly good weekend. My day was alright. I think my success for the day is not smaking my brothers and his wifes heads together really hard and just biting my toungue. They are going through a rough patch in their marriage right now and they both agree there have been mistakes and problems on each side and they will talk to every one else but seem incapable of telling each other the same things. It is so frustrating but all I can do is be there for both of them and love both of them and hope they work it out. As far as food and exercise this week my food has been great but the flu shot the exercise down to minimal. Its all good though I plan to hit it hard again with monday mornings workout. My daughter and I are thinking about joining the Y this wweek. There is no joining fee this month so if we are going to do it now would be the time. Well have a great nite everyone and c ya tomorrow.
  • Helenatrandom
    Helenatrandom Posts: 1,166 Member
    Saturday Success- I have logged in and been under calorie goal for the last five days. The only exercise I have been doing is house cleaning, but I think that is okay for now. I have company coming over a week from today, and I need for my dining room to look good. It makes me feel good when people come over and I'm not embarrassed by my housekeeping.