Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

@marca -- HAPPY Birthday!!! :flowerforyou: :drinker:
@tammy -- wow, not for the weak is right -- hope he feels better soon!
@laurie -- have you decided on a triathlon yet? i'm considering a sprint tri at cedar point in sandusky, ohio on september 7th (the swim portion is in lake erie). it's a bit far from connecticut for a weekend trip, but my family lives just down the road in ohio, and the course is much flatter than anything here would be.... :bigsmile: good luck finding your perfect bike!
@kaye -- hope you have a great time with your family (with or without water for playing in)!!! :drinker:
@luster & snowgoose & wannabpiper & warner & the rest of the newcomers -- Welcome!
@kelley -- every time i see you or someone else talk about your SI it briefly disturbs me since at work we always have to check whether clients have SI/HI (sucidal or homicidal intent) and i'm all like, "No, Kelley, you have so much going for you..... you're even beating me in steps right now." :laugh:
@karen -- yep, sometimes i am just stalking you all from the water. glad to hear gunner's up and running again and that your trip went so well!!!!
@marsha -- good to see you again! my pop's in a boot right now too.... sigh... i hope you get out of yours and back to the gym soon!
@holly -- good to see you too! one day at a time... :flowerforyou:
@tom & alison -- you lurking? :drinker:
@kris -- i hope you hear about that job soon!!! i know you're not too eager to be unemployed (unlike me :laugh: ).
@nicole -- good luck with the final, final interview!!!! i believe you'll rock it!!!! :smokin:
@robin -- FABULOUS NSV!!!! :drinker: :drinker:

So, I'm back from my extended-weekend trip to Oregon (but not for long). My dad is quite disappointed to be off the trail with a broken foot, but he's already planning his return next year. My mom said he had seemed really not-himself for the first week he was back, but that my visit did wonders for him!! :happy: Very nice to hear, since my mom doesn't throw compliments around very often. (Speaking of my parents, they both decided to join MFP while I was out there, so I'm not sure what I will do. I might have to change my user name -- not eager for them to find me/read my posts :grumble: ). I also got to see my aunt and several cousins and had a really super time!! Would have liked to stay a bit longer -- Oregon is definitely "God's Country" (as my family calls it), and one of my absolute favorite places! I did visit the coast, at Seaside, and was the only person crazy/tough enough to swim in the very chilly waters. A few folks were wading up to their waists, but I had the rest of the ocean all to myself (well, just me and the big fish, Kelley ). After work today I depart for a quick trip to Vermont to look at some farms-for-sale with a friend of mine. We're hoping to buy a place sometime during the next year. She has the heart/soul/head of a farmer and I crave the quiet, country life. One of the places we're looking at has "two rustic cabins," one for each of us. I hope we can make it work financially, because I know we will be good partners in this venture. My NSV for the week is definitely not needing a seatbelt extender on the airplane (first time in several years) and not being so uncomfortable in the seat that I spent the entire flight contemplating never flying again (as happened on my last few trips). Anyway, I hope to log in daily to maintain my streak but probably will just lurk here for the next couple days. Happy end of the week to everyone! :drinker:

Happy Birthday, Marca!!! Glad to see you back! :flowerforyou:

@luster--that's great that you've gone down a size! I always say losing inches is much better than losing lbs b/c people can see that you've gotten smaller, but no one is going to pick you up to see if you are lighter. :laugh:

@robin--good luck with lifting heavy and it's great that those squats have become such a habit for you. Yes, I only have 6 weeks to find the dress. At least in a size 12-14 I should have a lot more options than the last time I had to buy a formal dress in a size 18. A friend of mine also offered to let me shop in her closet if I have trouble finding something. It's nice to have that back-up, but I'm actually kind of looking forward to dress shopping which is a huge NSV--to actually want to go try on clothes! :noway:

@kelley--hope those back stretches help. As far as the gym, I ended up switching to SNAP Fitness. It's about $80 more for the year, but the hours are so much better that I just had to make the change. I also get a free 10 minutes on the hydro massage machine every day b/c I pre-paid for the year. I haven't tried it yet, but I'm looking forward to seeing if it helps my calf.

@kaye--all of the family time sounds great, and I'm sure you'll do fine with at least maintaining--just enjoy your time together and don't worry too much about the food. I envy your family get-togethers. My extended family all live in Michigan and it seems the only time we all get together is at weddings and funerals. I'm also sad b/c my cousin is visiting in a couple of weeks, but I will be away in Milwaukee while she's in Chicago. :ohwell:

Thursday Truth:
I've been lazy the past couple of days. Yesterday I lounged all day until going to the gym at 4. Today, I'm off to a similar start, but I'm going to try to be a bit more productive today.

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

Lori - Late afternoon/evening is a problem for me as well. It's when I start hunting for food. I've found that Robin's suggestion of saving some calories just for late afternoon snacks is a great one. I also try to pinpoint my triggers. FOr instance, if I sit down in front of the TV.... I want to munch. I had to find something to keep my hands busy so I'll crochet, or work on a puzzle, or anything that I don't want to touch while I'm eating. Early on gum during TV helped a lot. Chewing made me feel better. Another [b[HUGE[/b] trigger for me was video gaming. For so many years I'd munch while playing MMORP so... I gave up gaming and try to get OUT of the house instead of burying myself inside a game and hiding. The calories I try to save for evening I blow depending on my moods. If I feel 'snacky' then I eat lots of small things like berries or cherries. Big bang for my buck. If I want something decadent and sweet I'll pick up some frozen yogurt (one serving from the local shop) and eat that or maybe a low sugar pudding snack or I'll make ONE serving of cookies for myself.

Abetterme - WELCOME! I had close to that much (180) to lose when I started. It really helped to break it down into smaller goals so I didn't feel so overwhelmed. I sent a friend's request!

Doingthisforme - I had a relationship that kind of went that way. I became OBSESSED with every text, every phone call, every nuance trying to decicpher the deeper meaning and trying to figure out if stupid things like "I love you" to "wubs you" meant he really didn't anymore.... You'll drive yourself NUTS that way (trust me, it did) and just seem clingy and needy to him. Go about your life and do your thing, if he loves you wants to be apart of your life he'll join you on your journey. If not, then it's time to kick him to the curb and find someone deserving of your love.

Angelika - So happy for you that the scale started shifting again!

Sugartwist - Welcome!!

GrandmaKaye - I had to google the Hawaiian Haystacks. I had never heard of them either. It's an interesting concept, I may try to play with that recipe in the recipe builder and see if I can get it to fit.

Robin - You are the squatting Queen!! (Hmm, that sounded better in my head). A MEDIUM!!! That's an AWESOME NSV!!

Naceto - I'm so glad you enjoyed the yoga!! I have a Yoga DvD at home that I started with and I think that once I'm healed a bit more I'll be heading back to it to get back into the exercise groove. My mom is coming to visit at the end of the month and I want to get her into it. She could use the help with her balance and this video is designed for the overweight/obese (she's not, but she IS 77) so I think it will be gentle enough for her to start! LOVE the Yoga!! Good luck and fingers crossed you get the new job!!

Neurotic Virgo - Cruising was a BLAST and I always loved the gentle sway of the ship at night. I slept SO well with the sea air and being rocked to sleep (literally) each night. It was wonderful!. We always cruise Royal Carribean and there are two formal nights as well. Our first few we went all out and attended them (tuxes and evening gowns) after that we just skipped them and at in one of there other restaraunts. Dining options were endless, my husband and I spent the majority of our time in their 50's diner drinking malteds and eating burgers/fries. Well that and cruising around the ship hunting for the soft serve ice cream dispensors that were EVERYWHERE (geesh, no wonder I was 300+lbs)....

Skinny - HOw is the pooch's eye this morning? Poor little guy. I hope it heals up for him fast!

Lustergirl - I hope the Doc has some insight and can help you get things on the right track again.

JTconst - I hope hubs is feeling better. IT must be even MORE miserable for them to be so far from home and feeling lousy and even worse just have to work through it all.

Wannabpiper - Welcome!

Laurie - THoughts and prayers with your friends mom, I hope things turn out better than they hope!

Snowgoose - Friend Request sent and welcome!

Marca - Welcome back and happy birthday!!

Jellis - Welcome! Thanks for the thought I but I don't want to use gimmicks, aids, or anything processed to high heaven to lose my weight. I'll do it by good old fashioned hard work and determination with tons of support from good friends on MFP!

Kah - To get Zoe ready for bed try something that follows her natural instinct. Play with her earlier in the evening and give her a good solid workout (like with a wand toy or a laser pointer) get her panting, then let her rest. Get her panting again, let her rest. Keep that up for a while then let her settle down for 20 or 30 minutes and feed her a small meal. This will follow her natural instincts to hunt (play), eat, groom, and then sleep. This helped Book a LOT when he was in his bratty teenage years with all that excess energy.

Macbeth! Loving your NSV and I couldn't agree more, I've never been happier than since I moved to Oregon. It is the most beautiful place in the world, imo!

They FINALLY posted the job. I made up a reason to call her this morning (asking who to talk to about how often they empty our trash) and she told me it posted just this morning. She said she was going to email me on her lunch break.

I officially applied and she told me they are planning on doing interviews next week. *REALLY* want this job badly!!

I did find another that I liked, it was office manager for an assisted living community. It offered low pay but FULL benefits and vacation time. That will make up for the lower pay, imo! That one is hard to apply for though, it has to be in person between 10 and 5 pm. I'm at work during those hours..... I was going to head over there on Saturday to fill out an application and if they were close I'll just leave work for lunch on Monday and eat at my desk after I get back.

Macbeth- I am lurking:drinker: I have been very busy at work. I got right back on the snack wagon and gained some of those same 7-10 lbs. I have been gaining and losing for the last 5 months. I have not heard from Alison hope she is ok. She must be doing pretty good because she keeps getting more steps than me everyday:laugh: along with you and Kelley.


I am going to finish the bad snacking tonight, so tomorrow no more bad snacks!

Quote of the week:- “When defeat comes, accept it as a signal that your plans are not sound, rebuild those plans, and set sail once more toward your coveted goal.” ~Napoleon Hill

Hope everyone has a healthy day!

Tom

Wow, in the time it took me to post, 3 more posts went up.

@holly--counseling is a huge step--congrats on taking it! I also can't believe the summer is almost over!! Does your son have ideas about what he will do after her graduates? Is he planning to go to school or jump into the work-force? If it's school, will he live at home or move away?

@beth--your trips all sound so great! I'm not a country mouse--I could never live in the country--but I enjoy vacations that involve the great outdoors. Congrats on not needing the seatbelt extender. A man across the aisle from me needed one on our flight home, and I couldn't help but feel for him when he had to ask for it.

@robin--woohoo! a size medium is so awesome!!! :drinker:

Editing to add that I changed my pics. The profile is me sitting on a statue of some goats in Luzern, Switzerland, and the ticker is or the French Alps in Albertville, France.

My son is still in limbo on what to do but he is doing everything in his power to have options avail. He took a practice ACT test this week with his life coach. He would like to stay at home if either way for a little bit if he goes to school his move out of state once finished he hates the cold MN winters. He actually started a 2nd job this week that he thought could help him preapre for a career if he liked it which was Vavoline Oil - he felt if he liked it could lead to many career paths in auto world.

@laurie--I was wondering about your friend's mom--that is good news. I think it's really nice of you to go help out your other friend who just lost her dad--I'm sure she'll truly appreciate your support. Congrats on that run!! I found that once I could run for 25 minutes straight, I could run the full 5k--I bet you could too.

@robin--great job on those squats!!

LaurieK:;

I see that you are a runner. I have started a c25k program and am in week 1. My shins are killing me, any suggestions?

So I went to the dr's. I am having blood work done to check my thyroid and estrogen levels and hormones. My NP was telling me about this program that they run for 12 weeks. It is a diet program for their patients. The next sign up is in September so I am tempted but here is the kicker: it costs 400 dollars.

Ouch!! My Fitness Pal is free:)

I had a great dinner: steamed zucchini and yellow squash with Tyson chicken strips. I have enough leftover for lunch tomorrow.

Put that $400 away for rewards for yourself as you follow the FREE MFP guidelines! Your dinner sounds yummy with the plus that you have left-overs - I'd say you've got this!

Hopefully my body will catch up as well...

@luster--if you haven't already done so, go to a runner's store and get fitted for good running shoes. That's your first line of defense against injuries such as shin splints. If your shoes aren't the culprit, it's usually the way you are striking the ground--make sure you aren't pounding the pavement or coming down too hard on the full flat of your foot.

@robin--I like your new do!

Robin- Like the new hair style.

luster- I agree with Karen (skinnyjeanz) and her advice about shoes and how your feet are striking the ground. Are you warming up before you run? I have found that warming up for about 20-30 minutes is key to my calf's not hurting as bad when I start out. I have just started running in the past 2 months started in June so I am not an expert and I am still in learning mode. One key to remember when starting out is to run and a brisk walk- meaning that you are jogging no faster than your fastest walk. My trainer taught me how to do this so I don't start off to fast.

Karen-Thanks for that vote of confidence in running 25 allowed you to complete the 5K. I am excited but extremely nervous about doing a 5k.

I think my first 5K will be on September 29 at a local park.

Workout Plans
Sunday- Gym- cardio - DONE
Monday-Trainer 5K prep aka running drills and cardio DONE
Tuesday- Rock climbing/ belaying may do something else but not sure??? Gym for bike and row 30 minutes
Wednesday- Rest or swim REST
Thursday- Trainer 5K run (2 miles) +++swim DONE and DONE .75 miles :bigsmile:
Friday- Climbing
Saturday- swim or gym

MowMow ~ Yay! On the jobS! :flowerforyou:

mnwalkingqn ~ I noticed on your profile that you are going back to school. What are you getting your degree in? I went back to school and got my Bachelor's Degree at age 40, so good for you! (I got my Master's at age 52.)

Skinny ~ Wowza on the treadmill! Happy dance for you!

Laurie ~ You make me tired just reading about your running and swimming! WTG! You are a very good friend for your friend who lost her dad.

I did two sets of 100 squats!!! ... in the water! :bigsmile: Does that count? :huh:

Has anyone heard of Skinny Fiber? What do you think?
www.sf4shore.com

Thanks Kaye & M0W for the cruise advice. We did decide to go ahead and go. Still working out the details (friends who may or or may not go holding us up because we need to book a triple or quad cabin). Can't find a photographer for the couple The closest I found is $200 more than me and doesn't include an engagement session, less hours etc. Sigh... I'll probably be throwing them a free engagement session for the hassle. Our prices are really low for wedding photographers so I know its going to be hard finding someone to come close.

Wanted to let you all know I won't be on MFP until Monday. Leaving early in the AM to help my cousin with his charity event (5K & Music festival) for diabetes. He has pretty much put the whole thing together himself and I know he is going to need the help, I really hope some more people volunteer or its going to be a hectic Saturday! If it goes well maybe more people will help him if he does it again next year. Fingers crossed for that.

Night! See you all on Monday!

Tom - glad you dropped by! How's the office move coming? Are you in the boxing up stage now?

skinny - what a brilliant success -scoring a 51 on the fitness treadmill - WOOT! :drinker: You're better, fitter than a 20 year old. THat's so amazing. We need a medal smiley!

Yay for Karen!


I wish I had the time to start boxing up the hardware engineering lab and that is what I am supposed to be doing but I also have a few high priority projects to finish. I think we have to go to CA on a work trip too. The moved has been postponed until 8/16.

Quote of the Day: - “If you find a path with no obstacles, it probably doesn’t lead anywhere.” ~Unknown

Tom