Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

I don't make a habit of sharing my blog posts. But I want to link this one because a lot of people have told me they found it an excellent reminder and it was certainly an epiphany for me. More specifically, it's geared towards people who have a family member or friend who suffers from a disease that makes them sick even though they don't look sick. Or what I like to call "Invisible Illnesses" or an "Invisible Disability" and the way I deal with them (The answer is badly.)

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Hi everyone!! :flowerforyou:

@robin--I've been having sporadic problems with MFP for the past few days--lots of "site maintenance" messages. :grumble:

@luster--great job with the exercise!! I really loved c25k--sounds like you are enjoying it too.

@kris--glad the foot is healing and you are feeling more capable. Good luck with the job!

@toots & others who mentioned the Ren Faire--I didn't end up making it there, but hope to get there another weekend.

@angelika--that's so great that the healthy habits are so ingrained now! :flowerforyou:

@marca--awesome job to you too with the c25k!!! :drinker:

@hiskid--I want to call you laura, but that may be way off base. Regardless, I totally remember you--welcome back!! :flowerforyou: That swimsuit NSV is awesome!! I felt much more comfortable in my swimsuit on my recent vacation too. :happy:

@cath--enjoy the time with your trainer--it sounds like you should have enough sessions to learn a good routine.

@laurie--I agree with others--WELL SAID!! You truly are an inspiration to so many of us! :drinker:

@nicole--awww thanks! :blushing: You are a rockstar as well for asking that question at the interview!! I think I hear the lion roaring...

@tammy--I'm so so sorry to hear about your puppy. My heart goes out to you and your family--try to remember what a happy home you gave her and know she lived a better life b/c you were in it.

@john--welcome!! :flowerforyou: Like toots, I'm half Latina though I would never describe myself as lukewarm. :laugh:

Saturday Success:
Well, I did it--I survived the Rugged Maniac!!! It was so hard--much, much harder than the Dirty Girl, but I pushed through and finished almost all of the obstacles. The last obstacle was a killer--you had to use a rope to pull yourself up an incline board. Then you had to climb the next level on a cargo net. Finally, you had to climb down the other side on 2 x 4's. Getting up the 1st part was tough, but people were all helping each other. The guy and girl in front of me were helping the girls in front of them; then the guy went up and the girl was struggling, so I gave her a big push from behind to get her up the incline. When it was my turn, I was struggling and the folks behind gave me a boost. If they hadn't, there was no way I could have gotten up--the rope and boards were so muddy and wet, it was almost impossible to get a grip.

On another obstacle, we had to climb up a very steep, very long ski run using a rope for support. A very fit looking guy told me to go ahead of him. When I was about halfway up, I could hear him coming up behind me. I thought he might be annoyed that I was taking so long, but instead he started encouraging me, saying things like "That's it, just keep your footing!" and "You're almost there, you've got this!"

My friend who did it with me skipped most of the obstacles, but I was still so proud of her b/c the 5k alone was really tough with all of the hills (it was at a ski resort). The very first quarter mile was straight uphill and I thought she was going to quit on me then and there. But once we made it to the top and saw how much others were struggling too, she felt better and powered through.

Now, my legs and shoulders are ACHING, but I'm so glad I did it!! My goal is to do again next year--hopefully with a little less pain and agony. Oh, but my calf didn't act up at all, so that was a bonus!

Exercise Goals:
Sat--walk gunner DONE + Rugged Maniac!!! DONE!!!!
Sun--walk gunner (rest day)
Mon--walk gunner + gym
Tues--run outside (w/ gunner)
Wed--walk gunner + gym
Thurs--walk gunner + Terrapin 5k
Fri--walk gunner (rest day)

I'm home. Good to be here. I missed my recliner and my ice bags for my knees. I think I did fair food wise. I brought my sister home with me for a visit so we are looking forward to a fun week.
I don't have time to catch up with everyone right now.
Have a great evening, Kaye

@kelley--Yay for nothing hurting!! :drinker:

@kaye--welcome home--enjoy the visit with you sis! :flowerforyou:

Sunday Share:
I'm Karen. I've been at this for a little over 2 years now and credit this thread with keeping me motivated. I love to run and to challenge myself physically. One issue I have is I'm not always as disciplined with my training for those big challenges. :blushing: Case in point, I'm pretty sore from my obstacle 5k yesterday; however the good news is, I really want to go workout today, so I can't be feeling too bad, right? I think I will take it easy and just do a light elliptical workout, then a hydro-massage if I can get that darn machine to co-operate! Hope everyone has a great Sunday!

Will this continue in August? If so, please add me. Thank you.

Hi Everyone! I just saw this board and everyone seems to be so nice and fun. I have a little over a 100 pounds to lose and need all the encouragement/pointers I can get.

Tambra

I had a good talk with my brother about what to do with the folks. I will continue to cook for them for the time being but we both agree that they need more help than I can give them everyday. We have to be diplomatic and let dad think it is his idea to bring in some more help. Mean time my brother promises to be part of the "team" to get them eating better and keep an eye on them. Alzheimers is loosing a parent but not... my mother is not "there" anymore but she still needs to be cared for and my dad needs time to adjust to the decline... I am glad that it has been decided that the person who was supposed to be caring for them will not be coming back. It was an oil and water situation... it was never going to work. Now I hope we can find someone else and that Dad will accept the help.

On the unexpected blessing side. I was browsing a Facebook page set up by our church to exchange unwanted items, and I was an ad for a Total Gym. I have always wanted to try one of those, The owner has MS and could no longer use it, they only wanted $50 and when we got there they said, sorry I didn't see the damage on the side, I'll take $40. It works really well and fits the tiny amount of floor space we have in our living room (folds up really easy too) I can't believe we got such a neat piece of exercise equipment for a price we could actually afford!

Hi everyone!

@helena--great to see you back and so happy to hear your mom is doing so well! :flowerforyou:

@angelika--the situation with your parents sounds rough; I hope your dad "has the idea" to get more help soon and that the next person is the right fit. Congrats on getting your Total Gym at such a bargain price!! :happy:

Monday check-in:
Well, my sister called early this morning to say she's staying home with my niece. I guess she was up with a fever most of the night, so my sister will take her to the doctor today. I'm sad that she's sick and that I don't get to babysit, but on the bright side I'll have time to get some errands done around here.

Some of you may recall that before I left on my trip, DH was trying to fix our very old dishwasher. Well, he wasn't able to get it going again, so we need to buy a new one. Ours is a portable, so there aren't a lot of options out there and all seem to be in the $500-700. I personally would be fine with just doing dishes by hand, but DH is adamant that he can't live without a dishwasher. Since he does the majority of cooking and dish-washing, I'm not going to argue the point. Plus, without the dishwasher, there's this empty spot between the wall and the sink--it just looks weird. Not sure if we will go buy it today, but DH is off so maybe we will go shopping.

@Queen - Glad to hear you're taking care of yourself. I've been to therapy a few times after bad breakups and it really does help.
@Cathesh - I can relate to little feets on the keyboard and being interupted when Im typing. Both my boys (cats) become obsessed with me the minute I sit in front of the computer. One is always on the back of my chair messing with my hair and one is always planting himself right in front of me face mashing me for kisses. They wind up butt typing on whatever I'm working on.
@NV - Hope the charity event went well! That's great your family works so hard for a worthy cause and so kind of you to help him!
@Kah - HOw are you holding up? I'm glad Zoe is being supportive. They absolutely know when we need support!
@Laurie - So excited you chose your bike!! ALso a little jealous, I really want to take that plunge for am still afraid too (for some reason)...
@JTConst - I hope you and the family are doing OK and that Saturday went as well as it could under the circumstances.
@Naceto - STill keeping my fingers crossed. I sure hope you hear something back REALLY sooN!
@his Kid - that is a fantastic NSV!! Good on you!
@TootsAnderson - That was a wonderful blog post! I can imagine how trying it would be and I would absolutely have to keep reminding myself that it's not his fault and he's not doing it on purpose.
@Skinny - The Rugged Maniac sounds challenging but FUN. I'm so freaking impressed you attempted it!
@Kaye - Glad to hear you're home safe. I hope you're having TONS of fun with your sister!
@IVP - Welcome!
@Tambra - Welcome and those are some cute kiddos in your avatar!
@Angelika - What a great find!! How exciting! I sure hope you get something figured out for your folks quickly. Good on you for not eating the extra high calorie food you're making for them.
@Helena - Welcome back and glad to hear your mom is improving.
@SirTxt - Eating every 3 hours is a great idea! I know I can't get too hungry or I'll eating everything in sight (and I mean if it's edible I'll eat it, even if I don't like it). Preplanning, prelogging, and pre packaging food really saves my skin. I understand and agree about the weekend. I have that problem as well. I eat from boredom. I've had to pick up tons of 'hobbies' like crafing, puzzles, and crocheting to keep me occupied ALL the time. Next time you're home and hungry try going for a walk outside instead. Then at least you'll 'earn' the extra calories from a little snack! I can relate to being lonely as well. I live alone with two cats and I love them but they are crap at conversation

Monday check in - I weighed in today and just had to laugh out loud My weight is holding FIRM where it is. By my calculations it should have dropped a lb and a half last Friday but no.... it's just sitting there.. MOCKING me! Not budging an ounce either way. After not losing for like 6 months I want that darn thing to move!

After all the cleaning and scrubbing this weekend my foot is tender and sore but I can walk without a cane/crutches so I'm not complaining. Rev'ing up for my last week at work. I'll work 9 hour days just for a little extra jump in my last paycheck. Not nervous about being unemployed but I *AM* nervous about not having health insurance. I can't afford COBRA on unemployment and I'm scrambling trying to get 3 months of meds out of my health insurance company before the end of August to hold me over for a little while. Paying for them without insurance will be way to expensive for me!