Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

@kelley--I got a scale that measures BF% last winter, and though I occasionally check it, I tend to just use it for weight. I feel like the BF% just goes up and down based on my weight anyways (like it's just calculating a formula), but I've never actually tracked the readings. I might start doing so to see if there's any change in BF% not connected to the weight reading. A panama canal cruise sounds amazing!!

@robin--I ran outside yesterday, but it was still pretty warm and humid. Our heat broke today too--looking forward to some nicer walking/running weather this week. Speaking of "graduates," is coryida still around? She used to pop in occasionally to say "hello" and offer encouragement. Not that it's her job to do so or anything, I was just wondering if she's still on MFP and maintaining her healthy weight.

@BJ--:laugh: I hope you aren't disappointed. My "teacher" posts tend to be rants about the administration, school board, etc. I DO try to balance them with positive words about my students and colleagues, but sometimes I trend toward the negative. I'm a pretty good teacher, but I don't have the focus it takes to be "amazing"--I've known a few truly amazing teachers over the years and they inspire me. However, I'm not willing to give up my entire life for my job, and with the class sizes and curricular requirements nowadays that's what it would take to be the "best." I love my job and my students, and I do the best I can reasonably do to help them learn while maintaining my sanity. :laugh:

@nicole--I love your story about your job. I once quit my job without another in the works--it was when I moved from working in the private sector to public education. However, my quitting wasn't quite as brave b/c I didn't have a child to support and I had my husband to carry the weight until I found a new job. It was still rather scary especially when I was hired 6 weeks later to a position that paid about 50% of my previous salary. :noway: It's still one of the best moves I've ever made--I only wish I had done it sooner.

@charlotte--I love the goals you've set up! I also have a vacation goal for next summer, so we can motivate each other!

Grading Goals:
1. 60/73 Summer reading quizzes
2. 2/73 Columber essays

Exercise Goals:
Sat--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Sun--walk gunner DONE + run outside DONE
Mon--walk gunner + gym
Tues--walk gunner or maybe run outside w/him
Wed--walk gunner + gym
Thurs--walk gunner
Fri--walk gunner

@Karen~I remember when you purchased that scale, I couldn't remember the brand name though. I did some research and the one I ordered has really good reviews - nearly half-off was a bonus too! I'm hoping monitoring my body fat % will keep me from getting discouraged when the scale won't budge.

@Robin~Enjoy the movie!

Well, I managed to slice the tip of my thumb chopping lettuce this morning. It bled forever! Now I'm all bandaged up and on my way to the gym, this workout should be interesting...

BJ--The bike riding will improve faster than you realize, the more you do it the easier it gets. Just add a little distance each time you go out and your body will adjust.

Charlotte- The idea of the trips to stay motivated is a great idea. I think that is why I am leaning towards a trip to Vermont next summer where I would bike around it.

Kelley and Karen- I should also start tracking body fat and body mass to see how that changes. I also have a scale that tracks that information along with %water.

Kelley- I hope the finger heals quickly those types of cuts are very annoying and painful.

Karen- Good luck getting the grading done. Your trip to the city sounds wonderful.

Robin- The movie group sounds wonderful. Check with the theaters to see if they have a discount card that earns you points towards a free ticket or snacks. Some theaters even have a discounted day for the movies with the card. The meet up groups can get overwhelming if you join to many of them but it is fun to have people to do things with at times.

Well, I did not get a bike ride in today. The weather was iffy this morning sidewalks were wet and there was a chance of rain and my friend wanted to sleep in this morning. So she opted not to go. At least, I went to the grocery store and then did some shopping this afternoon. Consequently, I guess I will be well rested for the workout with my trainer tomorrow even if that means doing a long run (2.75 miles). The heat and humidity is suppose to break here tonight so hopefully the rest of the week will be cooler.

Finished one class of AP essays--only two to go!

Grading Goals:
1. 73/73 Summer reading quizzes DONE!
2. 23/73 Columber essays

Exercise Goals:
Sat--walk gunner DONE + gym DONE
Sun--walk gunner DONE + run outside DONE
Mon--walk gunner DONE + gym NOT DONE
Tues--walk gunner + gym
Wed--walk gunner
Thurs--walk gunner + gym
Fri--walk gunner

Just updated my TransAmerica walk--I'm at 765 miles running/cycling/walking gunner. Currently in Madison County, KY.

Now I'm going to work on some more of those essays. Also realized I need to go in a little bit early tomorrow to get some things together for my first 2 classes.

I will probably check back once more before bed.

Had a good day. Got in my walk this evening. When we went out, it looked like it might rain. We felt a few drops, but decided to ignore them. I'm glad we did. That's all we had, and the sunset was really gorgeous! I enjoyed the day without the kids, but will be happy to see them tomorrow. Funny thing. I'm kind of attached to them.
I hope that all of you had a good day and were able to do some things that you enjoyed.
Onward and downward. Kaye

Hi All, Well, I survived the w/e working and was able to stick to my diet plan. I slept for a few hours this morning but have been really dozy all day. I'm keeping my diet balanced today just struggling to get enough calories in. Just don't feel like eating that much but I know if I don't eat properly, I'll snack and that's not going to happen. I am determined to do this right this time around. Which brings me to a concern. I'm meeting a friend for lunch tomorrow. She retired at the beginning of August when I was away and we haven't been able to get together since. I invited her out to lunch at a Chinese restraint before I started this diet and now don't know what to eat at the restraint. Its an all you can eat buffett place and I don't want to overdue. Not sure about how to count the calories either. Any suggestions out there?? Charlotte

@charlotte--there are a lot of entries in the food database for general chinese dishes, so just try to keep track and log it as best you can. As far as choices, I would go easy on the fried items like egg rolls and wontons. Also, better to choose something like shrimp or chicken in garlic sauce or with broccoli or peapods than to eat the fried sweet and sour or general tso chicken. Go for dishes that look like they have lots of veggies and lighter or less sugary sauces. Finally, go easy on the rice and if there is brown rice choose that over white, but obviously white is better than fried.

Finished the essays!! :bigsmile:

Goodnight all. :flowerforyou:

Early Morning All,

I cant sleep - ugh!!!!

I have a trip planned this next weekend with my Dad and sister. We are going to Albuquerque to visit the place where we scattered my mom's ashes. This will be my first trip since I have started my program with MFP. I am concerned about being able to eat sensibly without completely falling off the wagon. My Dad and sister will just want to eat 3 times a day - some of it fast food. I have been eating 5 times a day.

I know I am worrying about the future but part of managing your program is being prepared. I know I can go walking at night at the hotel - I will probably look like I am loitering in the parking lot - LOL. The hotels we are staying at do not have gyms - ugh. Should I carry some type of high protein bars? I would appreciate any suggestions.

PS
I spent most of Monday, shampooing carpet at the house - I know why people pay to have that done - good God that was a workout. But, I welcomed it as I was burning calories!!!


Thanks,

John