T.H.E (Trying Hard Everyday) Team.. new thread :0)
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Evenin' friends! I'm feeling for all you Northerners dealing with the cold and the snow. We were a beautiful 72 degrees here in a day full of sunshine:bigsmile: I brag now because when my southern summer heats up, and I walk out my door and burst into flame, I will be coveting your milder temps! :grumble:
Vicki, I got in 92 oz water so far and I'm still a couple of hours from bedtime. And you, my dear, are CRACKING me up!! LOVE your sense of humor!!
Emma, complaining about school is okay - I know it can be a real stressor so it's definately best to get it off your chest. No worries girl, that's why we are here ~ so you can complain instead of downing the whole bowl of jujubes!! :flowerforyou:
Deb, good for you for sticking to your routine! I know that can be hard to do and especially when weather affects what we do. You are making me proud!
Shawnalee - Thanks for the info! I'm gonna check out the challenge group.:happy:
Anita ~ 'Sup stranger?!?! Good to see you!
Cyndi - You are the busiest person ever! I don't know how you don't weigh about 80 lbs. ~ you are ALWAYS into something! Yay you:drinker:
I stayed within goal today ~ go me : ) and got my exercise and water in. All and all a great day!!
Later gaters
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Howdy Gals,
This has got to be quick (yeah...right!) My day was a bit stressful, my first workday after the weekend usually is, as a police/municipal court clerk. Gotta finish up what my boyz started after catching them thar "oh-fenders" (aka dirt bags). Actually most of the more irritating "offenders" are put away for a while, so things are a little quiet...until school lets out!
Oh Emma, I so remember my school days! Cramming for exams, living on Snickers, drinking my "beverage of choice"...Lucky Lager (do they even make that stuff now?) And so you ask..."Why am I on MFP?" Eat your fruits and veggies, and be sure to get in lots of GOOD LEAN PROTEIN. THAT will be your brain food. Oh, and don't forget the water!
Deb, you should be proud of yourself! That is quite a feat (or is it feet???) I'm like you in the commitment thang. Seemed like a good idea when I got started...then I got bored. It's an effort for me to walk into my sewing/exercise room to Wii for 45 minutes...and THAT's FUN! But I've been hittin' it twice a week for the last three weeks now...and hitting a yoga class now and again. I know I'm going to have to step it up pretty soon.
Speaking of stepping it up...SHAWNA! Twenty miles a WEEK, I don't DRIVE twenty miles a MONTH! My town is just over 1.4 square miles...crap, talk about getting bored FAST! Looks like a good challenge, though. I might join it, or something like it during the "Mud Season" (that's after White Season and before Blazin' hot Season) when walking isn't so hazardous.
Lulu...I love love love your drawl. Yup I can hear it as I read your posts. My side of the mountains in WaSt can get pretty hot during the summer. Although it's much drier I'm sure, but we can expect at least three months in the 90's and a couple of weeks here and there in the 100's. Ah, I hear my Western friends moaning. They REALLY suffer if it gets to 90° over there. Got in 80 ounces of water today. Must have had some cleansing to do, I visited the LGR more often than usual. I don't know if you know this, but I quit drinking a week ago (wine, scotch, gin) Mostly for my liver (saw a "sick" liver on Dr. Oz), but also for weight loss. So I sometimes miss my Happy Hour with DH after work where we catch up on our day before I fix dinner. I've been replacing Happy Hour with Tea Time (DH still has his whiskey) and I still get that "winding down" feeling. Can't wait until it warms up a bit to make Sun Tea. I love many of the herbal flavors out there for refreshing iced teas.
Time to get ready....Tomorrow is going to be a long day. The "Committee" will be interviewing applicants for a new Police Chief, and I get to play "Greeter"..."Welcome to the Town of Twisp...would you like a cart?" I don't care who they pick, as long as they don't make me wear a uniform! If that happens all diets are off! What's the point if I can't buy new cute clothes! I mean REALLY!!!!!!
Happy Losing...Vicki...*Ü*0 -
CrazybeeRX Well done for sticking to the walking, I love the feeling I get when I feel I am acheiving something. Keep up the good work
25lbs is a long long way off for me, and also probably slightly more than I need to lose, So at the moment I am taking one week at a time.
I will stay on the slimfast until I feel I have regained control. I like it as it stops me thinking about food, and obsessing over what I am going to eat, takes the heat off a bit. It will also shrink my stomach, and in fact already is, so when I go back to eating food the majority of the time, I will be able to have better control over portion sizes......Well this is the theory anyway :ohwell:
Today is my first workout, so wish me luck guys, I am soooo unfit, its going to hurt x0 -
Vicki, lol that is this weeks challenge.... Last week's was strength 45 min total in the week and under on fat everyday. Thr one before that was burn so many calories in a week and stay under on sodium. They change every week.and are just there to help you focus.
nobody said you have to meet it every week, it's the effort that matters! keeps ya on your toes. I.have enjoyed them! I spin a few times a week.so 20 miles is 2 sessions ish. But you can get "miles" in by just moving!! 
it's kept me focused and helps build a new healthy habit each wk. Anyhow....sorry so quick.but I will sleep now. 0 -
Debbie- I am so proud of you too!! This weather is nasty! I hate being cold :grumble: Keep it up girl! My friend Amy popped in on me tonight to use my treadmill because its so cold outside and she is training for race run coming up in 2 weeks.
I have PMS (parked motorcycle syndrome) :sad: Its been too cold to ride, but hubby is also doing some repairs and a tuneup on it. I guess better now, than when the weather is nicer.
As I said before, I am no longer keeping a food log. I just don't have time. But, Hubby and I are rejoining the gym tomorrow and Im pretty psyched about that. Several people from our motorcycle club go, so Im sure there will always be someone there to workout with. I have a treadmill and an elliptical at home, but I really, really miss having a pool. The plan is to go 5 days a week with 2 rest days intermixed.
As for the eating part. No more diet foods for me. Just better decisions on what I eat with equal balance of everything. THIS I feel is something doable and I feel pretty comfortable with this, but ONLY because I have been with MFP since Jan 2009 and feel I am ready for this next step. I did maintain for about 9 months before, so I think I can also lose without much trouble. Im not much of an emotional eater anymore. If I want a treat, I have one, but I can honestly say that I know how to not overdo it.
For those night time snack cravers, my advice is to make sure you have drank all 8 glasses of your water. If you have, try either some popcorn with some REAL BUTTER or a handful of nuts. Pistachios, cashews, walnuts or almonds are the best for trimming your midsection. (just dont eat the whole jar!) Yes they are higher in calories..... but they are also good Protein and fiber snacks, which will help control your hunger. The butter on the popcorn is a healthy fat... and is just fine to have as long as you dont drown your popcorn in it. Nuts are also a HEALTHY fat, something your body needs to burn the bad fat off.... I am in love with the dark cocoa almonds made by emerald. They are the yum and satisfy both the crunchy sweet craving for me OR if you are craving something sweet... everyone already knows that my good ole standby is a nice tall glass of ice cold Chocolate Milk. Healthy and slimming dairy... doesnt get any better than that!!....hmmmmm gonna go make me some after I post this.. LOL
Tomorrows breakfast.... 2 eggs (whirled into an omelet) with 1/2 cup of diced tomato, 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, 1 tsp garlic and 2 tablespoons fresh basil. Im also eating a piece of whole grain toast and 2 pieces of regular bacon, having my coffee and a glass of milk. Hows that for a big breakfast! :0) Full of protein, cheap.. easy.. 2 1/2 hours later, I eat a good snack...handful of mixed nuts, a yogurt AND a piece of fruit or some veggies.. My other meals are the same way. A lean protein, A complex carb, a little dairy and some fruit or veggies. All followed with a big tall glass of water. When I want a treat, I have one....not a huge one and definitely not every day but I found that by occasionally... once a week or so...eating a treat keeps me from feeling deprived. If I don't feel deprived, I can be happy with a "single serving" instead of 2-3..:drinker:
Welcome back Anita!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Have missed you! How are things?
Lulu.....you are always welcome to come visit our colder climate during your hot summer! Any time but July this year works good... July is gonna be travel month for me... family reunions, then another trip to Vegas. Could meet about 1/2 the team if ya come on up... LOL0 -
Aaaaaalll day I kept thinking it was Tuesday - how did I lose an entire day??? I think I am working too hard! And I am beat! Sorry, but tonight is short entry night. I've read your posts and what an interesting and encouraging group of women!! I am grateful to be amonst ya!
I stuck to my calories, got in some strength training, and drank 92 oz of water. All of which is no easy feat right now in the midst of Mardi Gras - the office is covered in King Cakes and the evenings are alive with opportunities to overindulge.
Talk to you guys tomorrow ~
Drink up! Glug glug glug glug glug:drinker: Lulu 0 -
Cindy- I LOVE those dark chocolate almonds!!! They are amazing, and you are right, they just hit the spot! :-D0
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LOL Lulu, I hear ya on the water. I drank a lot of it today and made many, many trips to the potty. Funny how some days it flows right through and other days I hardly gotta go at all. :0)
Hubby and I went in to sign up for our 30 day free trial with 24 hour fitness today. We have 30 days to check out this gym, but I can tell ya already that I am not that impressed. First off... its smells in there.. LOL Yeah, I know its a gym.. but my other gym didnt stink like this one does. Free is free tho so I'll take the 30 days and see what I think. They do have Zumba, yoga and the pool is open 24 hours which will be HUGE for me since my old gym closed the pool at 11pm.
I had a long chat with hubby. He's gonna read my book when he leaves again.... which will be this next monday for 2 more weeks. He promised he would read it so he can understand what I have learned. At least its progress... :0)
Today I caught him off guard. We were out running around and he was like "Im thirsty, lets get coffee". I stopped at a store instead and got us both some water. LOL Then, after getting set up at the gym he said "Im kinda getting hungry... lets get food." Well.. it had been about 3 hours since we ate, but I wouldnt go through a drive through. Instead we stopped at the grocery store and grabbed a snack..... A yogurt granola fruit parfait from the deli and a banana. He was shocked at how full he was. LOL he kept saying all the way to costco.. "man, this is really good stuff!!" :bigsmile: So Im happy to finally be getting somewhere with him when it comes to food. I was just surprised he didnt pitch a man-child fit at Costco wanting pizza from the deli, but it didnt even phase him since he already ate something.
So... a good day today. After the errands, we came home and made dinner. Then he took my son out to the garage and they worked on my motorcycle. Got it rumbling again like it should so I am thrilled! I cleaned the whole downstairs while they were out there, including the mopping, so I got a little exercise in.
Tomorrow is first day back in the gym... starting with Zumba at 9am! :0) Wish me luck!0 -
Lost ten pounds, over forty days which i'm happy with but why can't i tell?
I know its not all water weight
i only want to lose 7 more pounds to be at 105..since im not even 4 foot 11
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wise: are your pants looser? Usually the first 5-10lbs depending on how over weight you are, is water weight. Be proud of yourself for losing that and maintaining. the last 7 might be harder to lose since you are so small already. Give it a chance. Usually 3-4 lbs a month is a good rate for losing. SO give yourself a couple more months to lose it.
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Howdy Gals,
This IS a quick post...it's late. Zis Boom Bah! Rah Rah Rah...we are ALL winners bein' here of MFP. I'm having a heck of a time typing on this new Notebook and not getting on one of the ad sites accidentally. I wonder if there is a way to turn off that "mouse pad"? Oh well, continuing education keeps the mind young (if not frustrated)
Happy Weight-In...Vicki...*Ü*0 -
I lost track of the thread! dangit!
But i found you all! muahaha! My goal tommorrow is to read all the posts and post myself. I really wanna keep up with everyone here. 0 -
Is it friday over here in the uk before the us? I always seem to be the first on.
1lb loss again. This weight is creeping off. I know i should be happy that at least i'm losing but i'm a bit impatient and want it to fall off *lol* A loss is a loss though so i should be thankful with that. I've seen so many posts about people who are being good and not losing anything. Still no change in measurements either and that cm i lost off my neck is back on so i'm wondering if i somehow misread the measure last week.
I can't remember how it goes.
1lb loss
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Well let's see if I can get the Friday posting thing right, Vicky....
vikalyn: SW=232; LW=227½; CW=225-> LOST 2½ lbs.
Hang in there. Try eliminating just one of your usual items, like maybe a dinner roll, or a condiment on your sandwich. Congrats on losing your pound!
Happy Losing...the other Vicki...*Ü*0 -
vikalyn: SW=232; LW=227½; CW=225-> LOST 2½ lbs.
painten lost 1 lb
crazybeerx sw 255 : first goal weight 200: cw 231 loss of 2.4 lbs
Finally lost weight this week!! It seems I lose a couple lbs then go up and down 3 lbs for 2 weeks then suddenly lose a couple lbs again. I knew it was coming off cause I was peeing my life away the last couple of days. I am so excited to see the weight come off. I can't wait to hit my first goal!! I'm gonna do it this time!
Nice to see you Marcy!! Catch up with us and let us know how things are going for you! I am really glad I didn't gain a pound looking at the picture you posted of your cheese cake on facebook last night!
What happened to our new gals that posted when the tread started....am I gonna have to go hunt them down??? Hee Hee
I am getting good at hunting down people LOL
Shawnalee where are you??? You are one of our biggest cheerleaders!!
I am off work for the next 4 days so I am excited. I was supposed to be in Vegas with Mike but I am glad I am not there. I went with Jim to the casino last night and I am spending Monday with one of my best friends.
Hope everyone has a great weekend! Good luck to everyone on the weigh in.
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SW=179 LW=168 CW=165.5 LOST=2.5 YIPPIE!!!
I heard someone was going to hunt me down.........so I thought I better check in! LOL I can't seem to get into the habit of checking the boards, do ya'll "friend" each other too? if so add me please :flowerforyou: Have a great weigh day everyone, and congrats to all
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vikalyn: SW=232; LW=227½; CW=225-> LOST 2½ lbs.
painten lost 1 lb
crazybeerx sw 255 : first goal weight 200: cw 231 loss of 2.4 lbs
Pammie SW=179 LW=168 CW=165.5 LOST=2.5 YIPPIE!!!
Yes Pammie and you were the first one I was going to hunt down!! Congrats on the loss.0 -
3lbs lost this week!!
SW 270
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I did NOT step on the cale today. Aunt Flo arrived & there is no way I am getting anywhere near a scale with her arrival. See you next Friday.0
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H. Howdy Gals,
I think I'm getting the hang of this new lap top. One, lock the touch pad; Two, carefully balance on your crossed over knee. I think I'm going to like it...just a little getting used to.
WOWZA T.H.E. TEAM did pretty darn well this week!
Awesome job Amber. Holy Cow Pam, you done good too! See Deb what a little water drinking will do? All them toxins gone down the drain...so to speak. I remember Aunt Flo, Dreamer. In my case it was the day or two before I was at my worst...when she finally rang the doorbell the scale would go down. I like Deb's suggestion...try it tomorrow and see what happens.
Its nice to see Cyndi and Blue pop in now and again AND Anita's one liners lets us know she's still alive. Tell us a story, gals.
I had a grueling day at the office. Reformatting the Civil Service Rules and proofing. I HATE proofing...right next to formatting! Got home late and DH was...perturbed to say the least...so I just didn't talk to him until he got over it...Ü He did, he thinks he won and I really don't care...so we're both happy...Ü
Have a great weekend everyone, and DRINK YOUR WATER!!!!
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I don't think I'm going to weigh in this week. I had a few binge days this week and I know the scale is only going to discourage me. So I'll just try to get back on track this week.
Congrats to all of you that lost! You are all doing so well!0 -
I like Deb's suggestion...try it tomorrow and see what happens.
Happy Losing...Vicki...*Ü*
Ok Vicki was was my suggestion??? I went back and read my posts but i have no clue LOL.
I did bad yesterday since I had a good weigh in I ate pizza and nachos yesterday...paying for it on the scales today. Have to get right back on track today. I have until Tuesday off and I need to keep busy so I don't over eat. I enjoyed my day off yesterday. Spent time with my son (unmarried) and with my daughter in law (married to my other son LOL) watching movies.
The sun is out today so I might try to get a walk in. Hope everyone has a great weekend.
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I sent messages to mandy , utahsis and danielle who posted when this thread got started....lets see if they come back 0
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I'm so sorry! I guess I spaced this out, had a super busy week!
Okay so, I've been working out every day this week (Jillian's 30 Day Shred and the gym-basic cardio and lifting) and I'm feeling GREAT! Staying inside my calorie goal every day. It's awesome!
I've lost almost 3 lbs this week
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Sorry i havent posted ive been a bit of a slacker this week!!! Im still keeping up with my Cardio doing Zumba about 45 min a day and i still drink nothing but water thanks for the msg thou little things like that let me know you guys care :flowerforyou:0
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wow I feel accomplished I got 2 out of 3 to come back and post. I am good at hunting people down!!! This is fun LOL0
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Hi All!
I've been floating around using MFP since....oh I don't remember *checks profile*.....September!
I would use it for a few days and then give up after I'd binge, lather, rinse, repeat....sooo, I have not actually been able to lose anything since I joined. I just have not been driven enough and felt that I was setting myself up for failure.
(Also, Backstory: When I got back from vacation in May of 09 and saw the scale hit the 170's, I knew it was time to change, and had managed to get myself down to 150 by April of 10.....buuuuut that summer I gained it all back due to starting a desk job + getting free food for meetings and conferences. I've been stuck at 177 for a while now and I don't like it one bit.)
Moving forward, I finally cracked down last weekend and made myself a goal: To be able to run in a few 5k marathons this summer. I have been running every day since Saturday (today was a break day, but I still did some yoga, yay!), and already I can feel a change in my body (my bum feels tighter and it is easier to run 10mins). My secondary goal is of course to get back to 150, and perhaps get even lower, and to be able to fit back into my wonderful clothes.
Ummm, yah, it would be nice to join a thread, just to keep motivated, and have people that I would be accountable to, you know?
I am not going to weigh in until tomorrow when I get to my gym's proper medical weight, it is more accurate.
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missabeez I love your post!! You have a wonderful sense of humor. March 2009 I found myself at my highest weight of 272lbs at my oldest daughters wedding...the picture I have posted here is from that day. I wanted to hide from the camera but my daughter said she'd kick my *kitten* if I wasn't in any pictures. That June I got on MFP by recommendation of my friend losingit4good. I lost 34 lbs from June until sept then went on vacation. I could never get back in the swing of things. SO I left it alone and gained back to 255lbs. Thanksgiving time I started losing from stress from a new boy friend. I lost 8lbs from Thanksgiving until we broke up Jan 1, then I decided I wanted to keep going. SO I signed back on to MFP and I've been going since. I've lost 24lbs so far. My first goal is 200lbs. Then I'd like to see if I could get to 175. THe gals here keep me going and I love the support here and I love to read posts. Even if they are just chit chat. It's a life line. If you have struggles we want you to share and maybe we can help. If you have successes we want to celebrate with you. If you just wanna talk we will listen. Please come back often and talk with us...or with me ..when I seem to be the only one posting LOL
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Hi Crazybee,
I must say, I really love your name, AND its so similar to mine its a bit scary.
Thanks for welcoming me, it is much appreciated.
Your goals are very healthy, it is better to lose in small steps rather than think too far ahead. Do you have any specific fitness goal that you would like to reach? I found that I was getting bored just working out to lose weight, and found it better to start pushing my body a bit more every week. Challenging and rewarding!
I will be back tomorrow with my weigh in.
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Sounds great....Please count me in 0
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