Need to Lose 100 LBS -Robins Thread !

Just two days since I've been on here, and so much has happened! I will pop back later when on pc to read all your news.

My big confession, had my first control blow out yesterday. Ate a ton of biscuits. Stupid part was that I wasn't even hungry. Sitting on the couch on my own and got 2 biscuits, nothing wrong with that, but then I went back and got 2 more. Ok not great but still not dreadful, was when I went back a third time and got the rest (another 4) that I really lost it. I know you all understand, but what's with eating when I'm not even hungry? I don't think I even enjoyed the last 2! Just couldn't stop myself. How dumb is that?

I have decided to make sure I come in under goal for the whole week. Bit to make up for, I ate a whole day's allowance in biscuits yesterday!

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Thank you everyone. To clarify, that 12# was in a week – I have never lost that much in a week before and probably will never repeat it. I have a feeling it is attributed to inflammation and water weight as my body fat % didn’t change – we’re still puzzled by that. :huh: I’ve really struggled for the last month, so my trainer and I talked – he asked me to change up a couple of things and to quit weighing daily. So I agreed to put away my scale and weigh only with him on Sunday’s – it’s hard not to get on the scale every day but I think it may be working for now, less of a mind game I think. Fingers crossed it isn’t another month before I lose anything.

@Tigredia~It was a week between weigh-ins. I have a piece of dark chocolate almost every night – I buy Ghirardelli 86% cacao and have just one square (as opposed to the 4 squares in a serving).

@p1xyn1xy~I don’t understand why doctors sometimes talk to patient’s the way they do, some just have zero bedside manner. Irks me to the nth degree! :mad: Not exercise? That doesn’t even make sense to me – food control? Yes, definitely. But its more than just controlling your diet, exercise provides a means to keeping your heart and mind healthy. I say move forward with your exercise plans.

@Karen~Happy MFP Anniversary!!! :drinker: Excellent plan for today, enjoy it even though you have to do some grading.

@Naomi~Don’t beat yourself up too much, it happens to the best of us. Today is a new day. :happy:

@Susan~My sister and I always make sure we have a “honey-do” list for my dad, she’s married and my BIL is somewhat handy but she always saves a project for my dad. Enjoy the time with your parents during their visit.

@L2T~Only 23 pounds to reach my May goal, which my trainer and I set last weekend. We’re setting my goals in 3-month increments for a while. Great commitment to the extra exercise classes!

AFM~ Oy, this day is off to a rip-roaring start. Our HR director runs her department like she’s still in the Navy – newsflash, this is NOT the Navy! :explode: I forgot to turn in a form last week and you would have thought I shot someone. I really hate it when my week starts out this way, just sets the mood for the whole week and reminds me I’ve been here too long (18 years). Sorry, had to vent for a second. I didn’t sleep well last night, I think I was too warm – I still have flannel sheets and extra blankets on my bed since its usually still pretty cold in February. I guess I need to change that out tonight. Like Susan, it’s been unseasonably warm lately - we were in the 70s yesterday and it’s supposed to be that way thru Friday. I should take advantage of it and get outside some this week.

Exercise Goals:

Sunday~Weights with trainer DONE!
Monday~Elliptical (May walk outside instead)
Tuesday~Racquetball with trainer
Wednesday~Weights with trainer (rest day if my conference call runs long)
Thursday~Arc trainer
Friday~Definitely a rest day
Saturday~Running Drills, treadmill or outside

Have a great day!

Thanks to all of you for the kind thoughts on the loss of my friend. The funeral was yesterday and after having a few minutes to talk with her fiancé, I feel much better. Apparently, it was in January after the holidays that the dreaded question was asked of the Dr., “Can you guarantee that the chemo will work?” When she received the answer of, “no” she decided at that moment she would forego the chemo and opt for a better quality of life for the time she had left. From that time, he said it was just three weeks until the end. She wanted to keep the decision quiet and therefore, no one other than her family knew how bad things were. He also told me that even if I had stopped by or called, she wasn’t really strong enough to hold a conversation and she wasn’t taking visitors.

@Laurie – I am so sorry to hear of all that you lost the other day. My situation pales in comparison! Thoughts and prayers are with you. I am glad to hear your dad is doing better every day.

@hansea – I would NEVER attempt to sabotage anyone! But I hope you enjoy the brownies if/when you decide to make them! Congrats on your big loss!

@kethra – I just started walking with Leslie too, but you seem to be much further along than me. I am just able to complete the East Start 1 mile walk. I am getting there though, my goal is to be able to start the 2 mile walk on March 1!

@Susan – Valentine’s Day like so many other holidays are sometimes more relevant because of the consumerism that our society places on it. Don’t allow yourself to fall into their trap of what or how it should be. Good for you to realize that bad days can happen and tomorrow is the dawn of a new day! It seems like you turned it around and had a good weekend!

@Alupinsk – Planks on a Bosu ball? Yeah, that sounds intense.

@Tammy – your Saturday walk sounds lovely! It’s great that you were able to enjoy it before the weather turn yucky and mucky!

@Tom – Hmm, seems like after President Amy’s Day today, you might be in for President Tom’s NIGHT!

@skinny – What a great teacher you are! I hope your students appreciate the feedback and opportunity to improve their work.

@Nettie – I’m sorry you’ve fallen ill like so many others. I hope you are soon feeling better.

@Kah – My mother also asked me the same question over the weekend about losing weight. She said she noticed it in my face. I don’t know if she was just trying to be nice because my measly 8.4 pound loss doesn’t seem like it would be noticeable yet. I guess your mom was 100% correct seeing the results after your weigh in on Sunday, congrats!

@Kaye – I am sorry for you loss, as well. Last week was a bad week in that respect. On a good note, what an accomplishment, to make it through your celebratory weekend and coming out the other side feeling good about how you handled it! Good for you!

@P1xy – Salsa classes sound like an amazing time! What a great way to spend some QT AND bonus, get some GREAT exercise! I’m like a few of the others, screw what the Doc says about the exercise! That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard!

Until next time; peace, love and weight loss!! :flowerforyou: :bigsmile:

Good Morning Everyone! I'm doing well with my GHD Challenge...haven't missed a day of checking in on the thread yet.

Weekend went well. The kids first soccer practices were fun...well, my daughter's coach is a bit of a drill sargent, but she's 6 years old and absolutely loves rules, so she loved it. "Mom! If I even touch the ball with ONE finger, I have to do push-ups!!" And, she's happy about it! Love that kid. My son is a young 5 year old, and an hour of practice with 11 kids on his team started to get a little boring for him, but he had a great time during the first 35 minutes and made it to the end. Next week will be better for him because they'll be playing a game against another 4K/5K team, so that should be exciting!

My husband and I had a wonderul evening at the Winter Escape Fundraiser for the kids' school. We won a couple silent auction items, had some very strong margaritas, delicious food catered from a local Mexican restaurant, and had fun selling raffle tickets and hanging out with other families and our friend that we brought along. It was pretty warm in the school gym, so it truly was an escape from winter as we were surprised to find snow falling and cold wind blowing when we left! "Weren't we just in Mexico?"

Sunday was a very unplanned day and I snacked a lot, went over my calories for the day, but I know I'll make up for it with my planned meals for the week.

@Kaye-I think we read about the same study last week. I was also encouraged by it, because I tend to be too busy to overeat and have a more structured day during the week, and then have parties and other things going on during the weekends that cause me to go over in calories or carbs.

@Tom- Sometimes a good nap is all we ladies want. Have a wonderful President's Day with your wife!

@RobinB- Definitely going to make the Nutella brownies...but definitely when my family is around to help me eat them! :laugh:

@kah- What an incredible feeling to see 12 lbs gone in one week so far into your weight loss journey! Your trainer must have some good tricks up his sleeve. Obviously, his suggestions had an effect!

@L2T- Enjoy your day off!

@Robin- Again with your tongue? Ouch! I hope you can get that figured out soon. It must be difficult to heal when you keep biting it.

@p1xy- I think the bariatric doctor probably has good intentions. His job is to focus on the food and your eating habits. Obviously, no amount of exercise will fix emotional eating patterns, and you can't lose weight and keep it off without taking control of your diet. But, I agree, you should aim to be strong and healthy with exercise, too. Maybe the doc thinks it's too hard to focus on diet while working on exercise? He probably can't multi-task like us mothers can.
As long as you don't have any high blood pressure, bum joints or other injuries, I don't think you'll harm yourself by doing Zumba. It's high impact, but you can make it as high or low impact as you want, since it's basically doing-your-own-thing-dancing. A lot of people will tell those of us who are over 100 lbs overweight that they shouldn't start running because it's so hard on your joints and it's even harder because of the extra weight. I did it anyway. The C25K program is very slow-paced, go-at-your-own-speed. I think if you're healthy and ready to try it, you should. Just go slow. Repeat the same C25K week over and over if you're not ready to move to the next week. Go so slow that you think you might be faster if you just walked. Seriously. That's how I've done it. I've run a 5K (slowly) without stopping, but only after working myself up to it over the course of a year and a half. Strength train and stretch along with your running program. Get good shoes! And, keep eating good nutritious food and work on destroying those emotional eating habits. It will help your weight loss and your running.

@Naomi- Don't let a few biscuits hold you back. You're going to take control the rest of this week and do this!

@skinnyjeanz- Happy Anniversary!

@Tigredia- Let chocolate be a part of your life. What would life be without it?

@Susan- I won't hate on your 83 degrees....although it is snowing and blowing again right now here. :grumble: I know we'll get warm weather again eventually. I have a vacation week planned in March, and no matter what, I am doing some spring cleaning! Whether Mother Nature is ready or not, I'll be cleaning carpets and closets too.

@Laurie- Glad your dad was looking better! Sounds like he had a caring companion to talk with while you and your mom weren't there.

@rain- I hope the scale surprises you in a good way!

@Tanya- Welcome!

@Karen- Silver lining to a wrong turn is discovering new places and burning new calories. :flowerforyou:

@Tammy- Hope your husband and you both like your new hairdo, no matter what you ended up getting done, and that your grumpies go away! :happy:

@Hayley- Don't let a bad day ruin the whole journey. Good job realizing that you need to be tracking everything! I know that the weight the MFP gives you when you complete your food diary for the day isn't exactly how things will turn out, but that's a great thing when you have a bad day, isn't it? IF EVERY DAY WERE LIKE TODAY.... Well, every day doesn't have to be like today, so you'll do better tomorrow! Hope your class goes well!

It's been awhile since I've seen a post like this since Groups started.
Idk if I'm even a part of this one so please allow me to do so.
I am 38, mom of 2, needing to lose more than 100 lbs.
I have been a member of MFP for almost 3 years.
I had initially lost 75 lbs within 8 or 9 months. And then I had experienced some negative circumstances, got sick for awhile and couldn't exercise for 6 weeks. When I was well again no exercise had, unfortunately, became habit. I made some bad choices & things and gained about 40 lbs back. Now I'm back with a fire burning. I'm more committed to reach my goal and help others by encouraging & supporting them along the way.

Hoping you're all doing well with your goals. It can be tough, it can be difficult, but it CAN be done.

Edit: tried to add photo but it's not working from photobucket. =[

Monday Check-In: I feel good. Sure enough Aunt Flo showed up. I really need to visit my primary doctor to discuss. I think these major mood swings, food binges, pity party is all the week prior to her monthly visit. It’s been happening for quite a few months. I do so well for a solid 3 weeks or so then I completely come apart. Plus, Kelly gave me a little advice too about my eating patterns. Each of our bodies are different. I’ve been so focused on the high protein/fat with low carbs aka Paleo, but perhaps my body is thriving a legume or two. LOL!! I’m going to keep playing with my macros, food, etc. . . and see if I can balance out a little better. Tonight is the trainer. I think I have two left and that’s it. Oh well. I’ve enjoyed it while it lasted and will take what I learned to push myself, which I know I can.

@ Camille – Thanks for your Sunday share. Kentucky is a very pretty state. Growing up my cousins had a big dairy farm and I use to love spending time there. It’s not an easy life that’s for sure, but farming is so crucial to our economy. I can quit calling you Humble now and it’s Camille going forward. LOL!! This little group is pretty amazing. There’s a solid 10 or so who check in regularly who I know have been here in the 1 ½ years I’ve been on MFP. They’ve truly become my friends and they will support you in so many ways.

@ Kaye – Great job sending the sweets away! Plus, I totally agree. When I feel like I’m on a diet or depriving myself, I just totally derail. I’m slowly learning how to eat for life. Part of life is celebrations or events that may include food not on the healthy side. I enjoy a little slice, but don’t need the whole cake. I don’t do it every day either. Plus, we try to get in those exercise calories too and that helps to balance it out as well. We are learning!!

@ Tigredia – I normally work 2 squares of Dove Dark Chocolate Promises into my week. Not every week, but I would say 2 or 3 days each week when I do. It’s just enough to satisfy me. I eat it as slow as possible to really savor the flavor, which is what I crave. I know some people can’t control it, but I’ve learned how too and it’s just enough of a treat to keep me happy.

@ Karen – 3 years? Where does the time go? Have you really reflected on what you’ve accomplished? How much lighter and stronger you’ve become? I know I look forward to your post every day. At first, I always had to laugh at all your grading post, but when I realized you were a list person it all made sense. You’ve been an encouragement to me that’s for sure and thank you for ALL your support!!

@ Naomi – Mindless eating has taken over me as well. With my Friday binge, I just carried it into the evening too. ½ can of Pringles, another piece of chocolate cake even though I had one earlier, and just munching. It made no sense at all. I’ve chatted before it’s like “me” time. My son is occupied. Sister is not around and it’s just me and the TV. I just need to go upstairs, read and get as far away from the kitchen as possible! We’ll have a better week. I know it!

@ Pixy – Thanks for your words. I’ve said it before, but this journey is just as much if not more a mental challenge then a food challenge. Perhaps once I can get my arms around the mental side the food will control itself too. I’ve thought about talking to someone too at some point, but haven’t gone down that road yet. As far as the doctor, I agree with Robin. I’m very lucky because even at my current weight my numbers are good. Yes, we need to get our food under control, but exercise is so important and I don’t think I’ve ever been to a doctor who didn’t encourage it. I’m with the others and stay on your path. Plus, you have LONG days on your feet. You need to build that stamina and energy so keep going. You’re doing great!!! I’m so glad you had fun with your hubby. Try to do it again soon and not just around a holiday. Those times together are so important and look at all the wonderful memories you continue to build.

@ Robin – Girl, you have to be careful. This tongue biting thing – yikes!!! I can totally relate falling asleep in furniture other than my bed. Hope you get answers with the ENT. You need them!!!

@ Ellen – You’re a sweetheart. Thanks for the encouraging words. It means a lot. I think we’ve got a lot of super special people in this group and I’m so glad you joined us!! Your only 2.6#’s away from Onederland???!! I’m so happy for you and I can’t wait to do a virtual dance for you. You know you’ll have a TON of cheerleaders yelling and screaming for you.

@ Kelly – I hate when offices are run by drill sergeants and they need to calm down. I had one at my last company and thank goodness the one here is completely opposite. As far as sleep, I couldn’t sleep last night either and just tossed and turned. I did open a window, which I thought would help. I was going to start reading again, but I’m getting towards the end and wouldn’t have put it down. Oh well, hopefully that means we’ll sleep really well tonight.

@ RobinB – I’ve got dear friends going through cancer now. Her husband was diagnosed January of last year with Stage 4 colon and liver cancer, which spread to his lungs. He’s 40. They have two kids, 8th grade and a Senior. I love them dearly, but just can’t believe this is their life now. They got a scan back the other day and the tumors are down 50%, which we’re so thankful BUT he still has so much more to go. He’s basically had to quit his job because the chemo makes him so sick. Cancer just bites balls. Thanks for your encouraging words too. I’m normally not a holiday person and I really don’t let it get to me, but I guess with the other stuff going on I just let it consume me. I’ve put on the big girl panties and ready to tackle head first!!

@ Tammy – You had a great weekend! Go back to bed and come out the other side. Make today count. You’re doing great and today is going to be another great day!!

@ Hansea – I loved hearing your soccer stories. My son never did soccer due to asthma, but he has played baseball since he was 4. He’s in majors now at 11 ½ and his first practice is Thursday night. The kids at that younger age are a hoot! Even though he didn’t play I loved watching the little kids running the wrong way or just picking up the ball no wonder the coach is a drill master. LOL!! I’ll never forget one year in t-ball some little girl was picking flowers in the outfield. So funny!!!

@ Rain – 60 minutes? I would die!!! I’m being a little dramatic I know, but I’m pretty comfortable with my 30 minutes. I do intervals though for those 30 minutes. I’m normally at a 150 or so, but for 30 seconds I push up to 215 or so then come back down for 2 minutes and go back up. It really pushes my heart rate, which I really need.

@ Imyarncraz – Funny name!! I like it. Once I learn your real name, I’ll go that route but very creative. I have no creativity whatsoever. Seriously. Thanks for sharing your journey with us. I think many of us can relate in so many ways. I lost 75 and 80 lbs with WW years ago, but always gained it back so I never truly learned. My loss is much slower now, but I’m learning things now and actually executing them. While I wish the weight would come off faster, I know I’m making these changes permanent not temporary. Welcome!!

@ Nettie – Rant as much as you want and shame on your brother. While it’s great a friend has a plow, if it can’t be done immediately then let someone know. Like Laurie’s situation, they had EMS coming and the snow plow had just covered the driveway. Luckily, she was able to stop them and they cleared it. Because of the health of both parents this is something that needs done on a regular basis. In health scares, those few minutes could save a life. Sorry about the kitchen too. There’s parts of me that wish I owned my own home again, but I am liking this renting thing I’ll have to admit. I hope it can be fixed with minimal damage. Hang in there!!

@Susan--My bad... you all may call me Dawn or YC.
(my user is a play on words for: I am Yarn Crazy)

@SkinnyJeansBound--So sorry about your computer. We've been having our share of "technological issues" here too. Between hubby's laptop dying and a broken tablet... Hope you can fix/replace or borrow one soon!!


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I just joined today so I am definitely a newbie! Have been on here off and on all day figuring things out. I have to say I have been amazed at what I've been finding on the site so far....

I would like to lose at least 120 lbs. I have already lost 30 lbs since October by implementing changes such as no soda, fast food or processed foods. Sometimes I backslide (today for example) and my weight loss has come to a halt. Also, I've noticed the frequency of my "episodes" are getting closer together lol. So I am trying to be proactive and switch things up a little. Health is a very important goal for me and also nutrition. I'm excited that I will be able to get a better picture overall of how I am doing in that area.

i wasn't always overweight. In fact I was quite thin (never weighed over 120) until I hit my 20's. My body seem to be taking on a mind of it's own then and when I had children it got worse. In one year I gained over 130lbs!! Over the next 7 years all sorts of terrible things happened. Hair loss, horrible acne, period issues, joint pain, exhaustion, migraines...on and on! One evening I lost sight in my right eye and since I was over 300 lbs I was sure I was having a stroke. Turns out it was onset of migraine but the MRI they did revealed I had a pituitary tumor. Loads of tests later and then buckets of meds later I was pronounced cured.

I am most assuredly not.

I have to take maintenance meds to keep the tumor from growing and making me even more hormonally challenged than I already am! Plus a handful of other meds for a handful of domino effects caused by the tumor. My doctor has the attitude of that's just the way it is. With that in mind I have made the decision to take care of myself thru nutrition and exercise. Trying to give my body a chance to heal itself.

Problem is I am working with a learning curve lol!!!! I am thankful that I am doing as well as I am ( I am much better than before) . I have faced other challenges as well (emotional) with divorce etc but coming on here and seeing all of these people working to overcome their own obstacles puts a new perspective to it.

I am excited!!! I look forward to learning your stories and being a help if I can !!!

Hi Everyone,

So I've been back at this weight loss thing for a few weeks. I lost 18 lbs between June and November last year, down from my heaviest weight ever. I'm sort of sitting about 5 lbs up from where I've been for about the last 10 years, and I just realized that so that is a good thing. I go to physio 2x per week for chronic back pain, and cardio/weight training afterwards. It's so nice to work one on one with a kinesiologist (my trainer) that's how I lost the weight last year. I am starting massage there as well tomorrow, the chriropractor says that my muscles need to be released in order for the core exercises to be effective. We shall see.

I had a pretty good weekend, food wise. Except for yesterday. I do all my cooking for the week on Sundays, and I made black bean burgers, which are sooooo good and only 80 calories per patty. BUT I just cannot have just one, which is fine except I have to eat it on a bun. Since I'm a carbaholic, after the first burger, I wanted a second one just to have the bun. OK, so 2 was fine and within my calorie limit, but a little while later after my lentil soup was done, I had to taste test, and there are those darn buns staring right at me. So a bowl of soup and a bun to sop up the bottom of the bowl. Now I'm over my limit. And stuffed. This is why I can't keep carbs in the house LOL.

Today was better, though. I ate mostly fruit and protein. But dinner is still coming up, and there are more bean burgers and buns waiting for me...

Hi everyone,
I have been using myfitnesspal.com for awhile now but have not used the community. What a shame, I should of used it earlier. Reading through everyones stories was fantastic.
I have lost 18 kilos, not sure what that is in pounds. I had lost 21 but have gained 3 in the last few weeks which has got me down I must say.
Any advice from those who has flucated also?
Anyway I just wanted to say hi and enjoy reading your stories.
Ta from Australia.
B

Bump!!!!
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@hayley--the first few steps are always the hardest. Trust me. Log it! I really HATE seeing my ticker in the red on here, but it makes me realize I shouldn't do it. Most of the time if I know I'm going to eat over my normal calories, I'll work out...or the big one for me was moderation. My mom gave me 2 chocolate covered strawberries and a red velvet chocolate and I logged the red velvet and strawberry and gave my boyfriend the other. Yes they were delicious, but I was content with just the one. Moderation is the number one key in a successful "diet" change.

@krissy- I'm not sure if I'm a big loser, but you'll get there too!

@robin- my ticker also reflects the goal to the one-derland! We will get there! I really hope you're feeling better!

@tom- you are a beast with that >2 miles.

@kelley- they ARE evil!!! But, I'm finding that they definitely get my heart rate going, which is great! WTG on being down 12!!!

@tanya- I'm the same way...I know I want to be healthy and under 200, but I've never seen myself in the 100s, so I'm interested to see what it's like.

@camille- WELCOME!

@pixy- boo on that doctor! But he is right in the fact that healthy eating is important!

@lives - way to go on being so close to the 100s!!!!

@nettie- I'd chuck a dumbbell at your brother during your next workout if I were you. I'd be so angry!

@susan- I get the same side effects the week prior too. It's really bizarre. I've tried playing with my diet as well, but so far I've found nothing. Let me know if something works!

@lula- welcome! Holy moley! It sounds like you've had a few scares! You're in the right place for motivation though!


AFM: I'm Aimee. I'm a 24 y/o librarian from Ohio. I started this journey in August, and today marks a full 6 months at it. I've lost about 82 pounds so far, and have another 70ish to go. I have 18 pounds to go, and I'm really excited that my second major goal is getting close!

Today: I went to the gym again today, and I've missed it. I need to force myself back into the routine of working out.

I'm stressing a little because therapy and taxes are going to cost me more than I anticipated. I have a little nest egg, but a few hundred is a few hundred.

Work is going great and I met a guy and we started dating. He used to weigh about 300, and he's down to about 180. It's crazy weird because I've never dated a guy smaller than me, but he likes me as I am, and getting to be smaller than him is a DEFINITE motivator.

I'm a little irritated with my loss because it's going so slow now. I'm going to recalculate my calories, and hopefully with getting back to the gym I can start making the scale move a little bit faster again. This .5 pounds a week when I'm eating to lose 1.5 is for the birds. >.<

JNettie - Sorry you have to deal with those problems. Many of us have a sibling that could help out more it seems.


AFM: Today was a good day, went shooting with my son. He is going on a Mission and will be away for 2 years. We have been trying to do a little more stuff together that we like.
I did good most of the week with keeping under my cal. but did not lose any weight. I am going to weight again tomorrow and see if it is any different.
I was active this week mostly working on cars but was unable to get out an walk except for once.


Goals:

Under calorie goal 4/7 days: 6/7
Walk 3/7 days: 1/7

Naomi- Mindless eating is something we all deal with because it is something for us to do. My best advice is to find something to do with you hands as you watch TV. You can try knitting or croqueting, that way you will occupy your mind and hands. Read a book but just do not let the munchies take control of the situation. I still get the munchies and catch myself just eating. The other option is to have some healthy snacks on hands-almonds, granola etc.

Yarn Crazy Dawn- It is great to see you back and to catch up with you again. I remember you from the old thread as Karen said. It is great that your health is improving again and you are back on track. :flowerforyou:

Nettie- what your brother did is unacceptable and it would drive me crazy if my brother pulled that.:explode: My problem is that my brother is not able to shovel snow due to his back injury, but he will help in other ways as needed. While I do the shoveling, he does the painting and other household repairs. FYI- the EMS staff will shovel if need be to get a patient into and out of the house. They did that for my friend whose mother was taken to the ER on Friday morning before she had a chance to shovel the snow that fell during the night. It still slows them down but they are prepared for those situations.

Susan- TOM (Aunt Flo) also influences my emotional status :grumble: and then I become frustrated that I have not found a guy to date. Yes, it also changes the way I eat, since my body wants more carbs and comfort food- not a good thing. FYI- keeps moving during this time and you can work through it. You have learned a lot from your trainer so you should be able to run with that knowledge and to keep moving forward.

Rain- you have made so many improvement to your food log already,:bigsmile: I hope the dietician will focus on the positives. Then you can pick a couple of things to change in the next month and work on that. We are not perfect and remember that this is a learning process and they are here to help you learn.

P1- as you start thinking about running make sure you learn the proper warm up other than just walking and that you start easy. Listen to your body as you are running. It is okay to start in small increments with running. Just remember that a jog is really a fast walk. :happy:

Little Lulu- Welcome. Hope you will post often.:flowerforyou:

Tanya- have you considered sandwich thins instead of a full roll? They have fewer calories and are very tasty.

BHR- Welcome- the ups and down could just be normal fluctuations in your weight or it could be due to water weight, too much sodium etc. I would make sure you track what you are eating and search for patterns to figure out what is going on. Just stay on track and your body will catch up eventually. I know because I also deal with daily/weekly fluctuations and I do my best to stay the course and watch my salt content.

Robin- I hope your appointment goes well and you get some answers. Will a night guard help prevent you from biting your tongue?

Monday check in- some good news in my life! Dad is improving and actually walked down the hall and back at the hospital today. This is an improvement. He wants to come home so he needs to prove to the doctors and PT that he is capable of walking with his walker. The blister on his heal is looking better so hopefully the treatment at the hospital is working. The infection is also clearing up.

I also made it back to the gym today for a workout with my trainer. It was nice and easy workout so I could rebuild my endurance and have my muscles remember what to do at the gym. It has been over a 1.5 weeks since I have really worked out hard. Wednesday, I will push harder.

Not so good news- Tomorrow, I am off again so I can attend the funeral of my cousin. It should be fine, as I will eat something before heading down there since lunch will be served after 2pm. It is also suppose to snow again overnight with the worse coming during rush hour. Part of me wants school to be delayed since my plans are very vague and I hope had enough work copied to keep them busy throughout the entire class period. The joys of writing sub plans while not being in school and I do not want to go in the morning to double check everything. Thankfully, I have great set of co-workers who are willing to help in a pinch :happy: :drinker: . The storm will include snow, sleet and maybe freezing rain so that will be enough to delay school for at least 2 hours, it should clear up by noon. Then the good news is it will warm up to the 50's this week.:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:

Have a great week and may you find the time to exercise and make healthy choices when you pick the foods you eat.