Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

Hi folks,

Robin, I get my best cleaning done when I'm having company too. Stay strong with the donuts!

Karenleona, there really should be cleaning fairies.

Whitecapwendy: welcome! Don't fret about the weigh-in. It will likely be high but if you indulged, chances are you're carrying around some extra water. Get right back on course and it'll correct.

Gorilla: good job reconfiguring your workout. For the sore neck, I recommend picking up one of those fabric tubes filled with rice that you can nuke for 60 seconds. I am wearing mine right now across my neck and shoulders; left trapezius is really tight.

Monday check-in: well, I seriously indulged last night for our last restaurant dinner for a while: cheese and chocolate fondues do not make for a low-cal meal. Enjoyed it thoroughly, and this sort of thing is why I weigh in on Wednesdays. So what I'm noticing today is that, with a week of better food choices and a couple of (really hard) workout sessions under my belt, I am noticing hunger more accurately today. I was hungry an hour ago and the veggie tray sounded good, so I had some carrots. Then I popped a snack bag of popcorn for volume with low cals and will finish with peppermint tea. What I would have done 2 weeks ago, and I did not do, was have a couple slices of bread slathered with peanut butter. And honey. Or downed a handful of Ghirardelli squares, awash in a sea of carb cravings. I also noticed that the burpees were easier to do today (not easy, mind you; they still suck). Squat jumps, too. And I did a LOT of both. So this feels like forward progress, which is a good thing!

Good Morning.

I need the cleaning fairies to show up at my house too. I temporarily misplaced my Fitbit charger yesterday and tore apart my living room – only to find it in my purse. Not sure how it got there!

@whitecapwendy~Welcome to the thread, glad you found us. You found the most supportive thread on MFP!
@Lin~Impressive mileage!
@Tammy~I agree with what everyone else has said, you need really good shoes for walking – if you are close to a store that specializes go there as you’ll get a better fit. Otherwise, check out sporting goods stores and try several pairs – you’ll want something with good arch support and cushioning.
@Shrinkrapt~No, that doesn’t sound like a very low-cal meal but it does sound divine! Way to go out with a bang. :laugh:

Tuesday Goals~Well, one goal I set for myself this week I accomplished today. I need to get in some extra cardio so got up at 4:30 and got on my elliptical for 30-minutes, it wasn’t a high-energy workout though – trainer just wants me to burn an extra 200-300 calories on my “active rest days.” I’m sure I’ll hit a wall this afternoon since I’m not used to getting up early to exercise, I plan to do it again on Thursday. Only downside is that my Achilles did start bothering me at the half-way point but I pushed through, even though I did some ice massage afterwards I’m sure I’ll come to regret that.

Exercise goals:
Sunday~Training DONE!
Monday~Arc Trainer DONE!
Tuesday~Short Elliptical workout at home DONE!
Wednesday~Training
Thursday~Short Elliptical workout at home
Friday~If I’m not exhausted, elliptical at gym
Saturday~Bike or Swim

Tuesday Goals:
!. walk gunner DONE
2. go to school to drop off/pick up stuff DONE
3. finish grading AP journals while at school DONE
4. go to gym
5. begin grading AP essays

@wendy--happy belated b-day! glad you were able to maintain while enjoying your weekend.

@robin--I'm so sorry you're going through this "funk." I've never struggled with clinical depression, so I'm not sure if anything I say will be helpful. However, when you mentioned the pool it reminded me of the VERY happy posts from you back when you were swimming regularly. Can you go back through your post history and re-read some of those posts? Maybe they will remind you of how good it felt to get into the pool and be more active. Just an idea...:flowerforyou:

@kelley--yes, I was thinking the same thing--barely anyone posting today.

Well, I'm doing well with my goals for today. Also, getting the bedding washed and the bathroom cleaned. Will head out to starbucks to grade a bit later.

Tuesday Goals:
!. walk gunner DONE
2. go to school to drop off/pick up stuff DONE
3. finish grading AP journals while at school DONE
4. go to gym DONE
5. begin grading AP essays

tuesday goals- get out of bed at a reasonable time. Struggling with this one cause i am not working and tend to be nocturnal. My grandson comes on sunday and he is up at 6 am every day. Not sure how i will survive that for a week.
off for a bike ride looking for some endorphins

Good day friends - I'm getting ready to go out of town for a couple of days. I just went shopping for a little treat to take to my dad from the "Heart of Iowa" shop in Valley Junction. I also have an Easter card, some supplies, a new light weight jacket, new slacks, and 3 super great clearance price cardigans to take to him. I've planned out my food and am getting my packages/items ready. I'm doing that before I pack any clothes!!

I'm not posting much on any thread these days as I'm trying to stay away from the laptop more. I need to get up and move!

I wish I knew answers to share for anyone who's struggling. I can only say post and vent anytime, and the good folks here will always respond. That being said, Robin, I do not know how you're suffering but if you could get yourself back to the pool I also remember how happy you seemed when you were swimming. I wish you the best. :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

We're almost to the end of March and I do feel good about my own progress in thinking positive thoughts about myself. Thanks everyone---this has been a good challenge.

Best wishes to all. :drinker: :drinker:

Lin

@Robin - *big giant HUGS*

I inherited the 'black Irish depression' gene from my mother (who made an art form of it, seriously) - so I can relate to what you're going through a bit. Medication only made me a zombie - no matter if it was prescribed or 'self medicating' (read: booze), so I've learned to muddle through most of the time. Friends & family have helped, particularly in the past year or so - since I'm not leaning on my old crutch (FOOD) as much.

It may sound hokey - but you need some sunshine! It is a documented fact that reduced levels of light (particularly during the winter) can cause/worsen depression symptoms. Sometimes supplements can help, like vitamin D.

Love you all!:flowerforyou:

Feeling a little frustrated today. Since changing my calorie intake (had to increase) I've only noticed about a 3 pound loss. And since then, I've only been maintaining. I'm even working out much more consistently and have tried my best to add a little variety. Maybe when I get Insanity this will change. Today, I thought my shirt was a little looser when I put it on, but I can't be sure. Just getting a little down that my fitness is manifesting in ability and not size. I was hoping the weight would start coming off....

Anyway, Tuesday goals: Finish this week the best I can. My grandfather passed away last night, and the funeral is on Thursday, and I will be going to support my mom. This was her stepdad, and she's already getting cussed out by her psychotic siblings over stupid s hit.

Monday- c25k, squats DONE
Tuesday- strength and planks, squats DONE
Wednesday- c25k
Thursday- strength and planks
Friday- c25k
Saturday- free
Sunday- rest/weigh in

Robin- Sorry to hear that you are battling depression is so severe. Like a few others said go back to the pool, you enjoyed it so much in the past and remarked how good it made you feel. Getting outside in the sun is also a great idea, the sun does help with our moods and lack of sunlight can cause other problems. Start slowly and build up your time. Another idea if you still have that piece of exercise equipment in your condo then use it while watching the TV. You can get on it during the commercials and keep going until the show comes back on. Believe it or not those 2 minutes will add up quickly and you will build your strength and endurance again. I realize this is not easy but you are a very strong women who can accomplish anything she sets her mind too.

Shrink-- I agree with you that burpees and jump squats are brutal. My trainer has me doing both along with traveling burpees and multiple types of crunches. Not sure if it is working yet but I have felt different muscles in the Abs lately.

ebailey- Sorry to hear about your grandfather. Sending you hugs.

tlh- Sending positive thoughts your way (prayers)

Goals- to get in a couple of more great workouts in this week. Tomorrow will be rest day unless I don't go shopping tomorrow. I may try to do a good core workout tomorrow even with shopping. If I don't go shopping tomorrow then I will workout tomorrow before I start a very busy afternoon but at least it is a day for me-massage, haircut, then a meeting. The last is dependent on what time I finish with my hair appointment.

Tuesdays goals !
Workout alot this coming week ! This weekend is easter and i am going to having dinner on Saturday ! Looking forward to spending the day with my family ! My grandma is 86 and i dont get to see her that often and of course my sister and brohter in law and my 3 nieces and my 1 nephew !

Hi Everyone!!

Tuesday Goals:
!. walk gunner DONE
2. go to school to drop off/pick up stuff DONE
3. finish grading AP journals while at school DONE
4. go to gym DONE
5. begin grading AP essays DONE (just a few though :grumble: )

Well, I managed to get through all of my goals and also washed the bedding and cleaned the tub and sink in the bathroom.

Tomorrow I am watching my adorable niece. She's 14 months and I haven't babysat her since last summer. I'm sure it will be VERY different now that she's walking. From what I understand, she really likes to dance right now, so I foresee a dance party. My hope is, if I tire her out enough, she will take a good, long nap in the afternoon and I may be able to get a bit more grading done. Not counting on it, but a girl can dream, right?

@kaye--I'm soooo grateful that I don't really like mint. I have so many friends who can't resist those GS cookies!

@kris--I'm looking forward to Easter dinner with my family as well. It's also mine and hubby's anniversary on Thurs. so we will go out for dinner. I'll need to work out a lot to make up for those 2 meals.

@laurie--enjoy your "me" day! Are you planning anything different for the hair?

@bailey--Sorry about your grandfather. I've also increased my calories and have been hovering just above my lowest recorded weight. However, I went down a pants size, so it's hard to complain. I'm going to stick with this increase for a few more weeks and see what happens. I've found that it usually takes my body 3 weeks or so to "catch up" and react to any adjustments in my calorie intake.

@wendy--Yes, Tuesday is "goals" day, but some of us post exercise goals for the week, and laurie and I often post our grading goals. I'm much more productive when I can see a list of what I need to do, and I get some weird satisfaction out of "checking off" the tasks from my list.

@tlh--hope your nephew is okay--that's really scary. :flowerforyou:

@lin--enjoy your trip! I'm planning to pack my food to take to my sister's house tomorrow. :blushing:

@courtney--yes, your southern mother has clearly influenced your vernacular! Once, when I was driving through southern IL with a friend we stopped for gas. I went in to buy us some pop, and after I paid, this little old man behind the counter (I assume he was the owner), asked "Would you like a sack for your soda?" but it sounded more like "Wouldja lak a shak fer yer shoda?" I truly thought he was speaking another language. After he repeated himself, gesturing to my pop and holding up a bag, I figured it out. :laugh:

@karenleona--I'm the same way in the summer--up 'til 3 am if I don't force myself to bed sooner.

Grading Goals:
1. 33/57 JRPs
2. 7/47 AP essays
3. 47/47 AP journals (Yeats) DONE

Good Morning.

Well, I figured out I cannot get up at 4:30 to exercise – I was worn out by 3pm yesterday afternoon and could hardly concentrate or keep my eyes open by 6pm. I think I was in bed by 8:30. Not good seeing how I had things to get done. So, back to the drawing board to figure this out…

@Robin~I’m so sorry that you are dealing with such a deep depression. I’ve never been diagnosed with clinical depression (I do suffer from anxiety though) – one thing that really helps me is exercise so like others have offered I remember how happy and content swimming made you feel – so get back in that pool pronto! Get out into the sunshine too!
@ebaily~Sorry to hear about your grandfather, sending virtual hugs your way.
@tlh0407~Sending positive thoughts and prayers to your nephew and family.
@Karen~Have fun with your niece today! I love spending time with nephews (ages 5 and 3), they live in CO so don’t get to see them often – counting the days until the end of May when I do though!

Wednesday Wish~That everyone who is struggling or hurting, find their way soon. I also wish this tendon would heal already. Spoke with my doctor’s nurse yesterday, the swelling hasn’t diminished at all so they’ve switched my anti-inflammatory. We’re giving this 3 more weeks, if no change they’ll inject it and immobilize. :sad: I really hope it doesn’t come to that – so wishing this new regimen works.

Hi guys and happy wednesday. I just got back from town. I bought a pair of Nike cross trainers and new insoles. I have never spent so much on shoes in my life. I just keep chanting no more sore feet so I know it will be worth it Other then that I had a nice productive day and got some much needed housework done. I have the base for turkey pot pie simmering on the stove but it is going to go in the fridge for tomorrow. My mom called this afternoon and invited us over for a ham dinner. I think my Wednesday wish is going to be the predictable hope that this plateau breaks soon. I am working so much harder on the exercise front then ever in my life and now is when it decides to stall:grumble:
Robin@ I am sorry to hear about your struggle with depression. While I have never seen a doctor for it due to no money or insurance there have been several dark times in the last couple of years of my life and I know how hard it is to climb out. Just remember we are all here rooting for you and know you can do this.

Karenleona@ I had the same problem with sleeping in a couple months ago. I just had to finally be very stern with myself and accept if I stayed up to late I was still getting up and was just going to be tired the next day.

Fluffycorky@ I feel your logging pain. I somehow missed a day last week. I was at almost 200 days and now it has started over

Lin@ hope you have a fun and safe trip.

ebailey@ I just wanted to extend my condolences on the loss of your grandfather. I hope your family finds peace soon.

grandmakaye@ you are my hero if you can eat only 2 thin mints at a time :laugh:

Skinny@ I hope you had a great time with your neice. Now that my kids are grown I love spending time with my young neice and nephews. Like having my little ones back with none of the bad parts:happy:

Kah68@ good luck with the med adjustmenst I hope your tendon responds soon so you dont have to take more drastic measure.

Well that is the most personals I have ever written but I just wanted to let everyone know that I read their posts and Am thinking of them while sending positive thoughts their way. Have a great night everyone.