Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

Good morning!

@kelley--thanks for the link. I don't have a foam roller at home, but I think I saw them at my gym, so I will give it a try.

@polly--welcome! I also recently quit smoking (March 2013) and am still dealing with the weight repercussions. It was only 5-10 lbs, but it's coming back off very slowly. :ohwell:

@doingthis--if the scale creeps down slowly, try to look for other signs of success to keep from getting discouraged. You could take measurements or use a clothing item to see how your body is changing. You could also pay attention to your endurance and stamina during exercise. Even if I haven't lost an ounce or a millimeter, I feel success when I can run faster or for a longer period of time, or when I can do more push ups or hold a plank for longer.

@raley--even without exercising you can lose substantial weight provided you are disciplined with your food intake. It really is 80% food/ 20% exercise, so decreasing your calories and just moving a bit more on a daily basis will get you results--especially when you have a lot of weight to lose. I'm not trying to deter you from exercise--it will increase your metabolism and improve your overall health--but don't despair if you're not yet a workout queen.

Tuesday Goal:
Now that my vacation is officially in the rear-view mirror, I need to get serious about my food. I just finished a tray of sushi the hubs bought for me (not bad as far as calories, but certainly not low-carb), and now I will focus on making better dietary choices. I have no illusions about eating a "clean" diet--I love my Starbucks light fraps too much for that. However, I've already committed to grandes instead of ventis, so that's a start. I also have a box of shirataki noodles that will help me cut back on the carbs, so I need to break out some recipes for those.

Another goal is to update my Virtual TransAmerica walk. I didn't have any way to track miles while on vacation, but I think I'm going to give myself 3 miles/day or 30 miles for the 10 day trip. My guess is that's a serious underestimation, but I don't want to "cheat" and give myself too many miles, so that's the plan.

I was going to go sign up for my gym membership, but a friend invited me out this afternoon and I haven't seen her since before the trip, so the gym will have to wait until tomorrow.

Exercise Goals:
Sat--walk gunner DONE
Sun--run outside (w/ gunner) DONE
Mon--walk gunner DONE
Tues--run outside (w/ gunner)
Wed--walk gunner + gym
Thurs--walk gunner + gym
Fri--rest day
Sat--Rugged Maniac!!!

I like having the goals for the month. Count me in.

Polly--It sounds like we have some things in common. I am also a grandmother, 5'1", and started last September at 265#. Exercise will certainly help you to your goal, but what you eat is more important. Karen says its 80% food, 20% exercise. For me I think its more like 90/10. Logging and staying accountable to this group have been my mainstays. Your goal sounds low. I don't know how long you have been overweight, but 126# is very low. I am aiming for around 155#, hopefully at size 12. I have been told by medical professionals that older women have much less danger of hip fractures if they carry a bit of extra weight. It also gives you some reserve in case of serious illness. I hope that you will stay with us and have success. I feel like I am at least 10 years younger, and my goal is getting so close! Its going to take me more than a year, though.
Good morning to all of you. I'm keeping busy today doing laundry and going through some very old papers and things that belonged to my Grandmother in preparation for the family reunion on Aug. 10. It is really interesting to look at old tax records and hospital bills. Times have sure changed!
Have a great day. Kaye

@ Robin - DOH! That darn car! Is the mechanic at least good looking? If he is, maybe you should drive him around until the car does it's thing!

Polly--It sounds like we have some things in common. I am also a grandmother, 5'1", ..................Your goal sounds low. I don't know how long you have been overweight, but 126# is very low. I am aiming for around 155#, hopefully at size 12. ......

Kay (and Polly).. I'm also 5'1 and my final goal is 140. Once I get there I'll see how I feel/look and then decide. The lowest I think I would ever aim for would be about 135, but I guess it depends on your build. I'm not sure, but I think you are also the poster who said they wanted to lose 10lbs a month? Early on that's QUITE doable but as you get closer that is going to get SUPER hard and you may get frustrated. Just be mindful you will probably have to lower that number as you go.

I also agree with 90/10 with my body breaking right and left exercise is the last thing on my mind and as long as I eat within my macros I'll lose (for now, I have NO doubt that as I get closer to goal exercise is going to become crucial to meet it).

Lori0510- I have been doing fruit that I can pop in my mouth lately... blueberries, raspberries, etc. There isn't much prep work, and they satisfy the sweet cravings. Baby carrots are also a long time favorite for me. If that is too boring, maybe a little hummus, pb, or cheese would be good. I like the laughing cow cheeses, because it is easy to dip or scoop. If you need something more filling- greek yogurt satisfies my ice cream cravings. I like the Fage, though it is pretty high in sugar, if you get the flavors.... so you'll want to make sure you balance that.

Good morning all. I am desperatley finding things to do to avoid my crunches, lol. I have cleaned the kitchen, picked up the whole house, and swept. Now I am on here:laugh: I am going to do them but golly I sure do hate them. At least they are only three days a week right now. Otherwise I had a very nice morning. I went to the deep water fitness class at eight and then followed that with my strength training for the day. If anyone had tried to tell me a year ago I was going to spend 2 hours at the gym and enjoy it I would have asked them what kind of drugs they were doing Had a new exercise on my list today. It was doing squats while holding a 25 pound dumbell in both hands. That was pretty killer but I just kept chanting if Robin can I can:happy: I love the august challenges they sound great. Someone was asking about afternoon snacks. I like string cheese, fruit, granola bars, or small wraps. Any of those will usually hold me over until dinner.Well my goal this week is to come in under calories every day. Can't remember the last time I made it a whole week. Time to get back to some of the basics. Those darn crunches dont seem to be doing themselves so have a great day everyone and remember to stay hydrated :drinker: :drinker:

GrammyWhammy - I broke my foot during the summer and had to lug around a plaster boot, so I know how annoying it is...((hug)) Don't take any unplanned TRIPS:laugh: !:flowerforyou:

Lori0510 & abetterme23 always room for another good attitude!

DoingThisForMe You need to confront him about the changes the sooner you get it straightened out the better. You don't need the emotional stress.:noway:


naceto - That's why I like grapes. just pop 'em in your mouth... They are cool and refreshing for this time of year. I freeze blue berries for dessert.

Goal-Make August another good month. I am delighted that after a seven month slide backward, I have finally had a month in the right direction.

MyMOwMOw, Check Monster, Indeed, and Snag a Job. They may have posted there

Oh, I'm sorry. I wasn't very clear. The ONLY job posted is for the head office in Texas. It doesn't appear the job has posted yet... so I don't know if I should reach out to her to see if they are still going to post it or what...
I don't even know where she sits, there are 10 buildings on HP campus, LOL. She's somewhere in bld 4 but I don't know where.

I think if I don't happen to run into her in the hall or hear from her by Thursday of this week I'll go hunting her down. That's a week before her last day.

Someone asked about hawaiian haystacks. They are a great meal for a large group. It is simply rice, topped with diced chicken and gravy and anything else that sounds good. I use diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, crispy chinese noodles, coconut, pineapple tidbits, green peas, sliced almonds, and shredded cheese. There's usually plenty of choices for everyone, and 1/2 cup of rice with toppings is less than 300 calories. I don't do it unless there are a lot people to eat it, because with the variety too much stuff is left over. I usually cook the chicken in the crockpot with cream of chicken soup. Kaye