Kicking *kitten* In Our Twenties - March Challenge!!

Cait-thanks!! I also much prefer outdoor activites...and anything for that matter..other than the gym! LOL. I am sure that you will find your "balance" ASAP, until then good luck and stick with it girly!

Melissa-a 10 minute mile for a half is awesome!! What are you gonna shoot for your personal goal on the "actual" half?? Also noticed you were making fries, do you have a good easy recipe for some healthy fries by any chance?

ahadja-welcome to the group!!! great job on your prgoress so far!! Like Cait said...feel free to add a mini goal for the last week and a half to March's list, or just follow along and post until April's list goes up!!

Mike-something with peanut butter and fruit will use up a lot of those calories, give you some good nutrition and not fill you up horribly! Good job with the walk today

AFM-still drinking my water, getting in my arm exercise and up to 4785/5000 on my cals burned for the month!! With 11 days to go...the 215 that I have left will be a piece of cake!

Hey Girls Was under my calorie goals today I decided to treat myself to a drink, was nice for a change ^^
Just planning my meals for tomorrow, oh! have any of you tried Hummus? I just started eating it & it's addicting!

Hummus is very good with pita chips, or pita bread...but beware of some of the store bought ones...they are not so great!

Hey Girls Was under my calorie goals today I decided to treat myself to a drink, was nice for a change ^^
Just planning my meals for tomorrow, oh! have any of you tried Hummus? I just started eating it & it's addicting!

hey everyone!! just stopping in for a quick hello and selfish post, as they're now monitoring our internet usage at work, and since i always catch up and post at work, i'm limited now.. gonna have to learn to actually sit down at home haha...been reading thru and glad to see all the personal successes this month!
AFM, the weight's been going back and forth between 151 and 153 lately, as i've been ignoring logging altogether and been totally snacking on things like girl scout cookies and finally fell victim to the dang cadbury eggs! On the plus side, I went running today for the second time this week..The other day I couldn't even make it thru 2 miles, whereas I've always been able to, even if i hadn't gone in a while, and was pretty down about it. Today I went again, determined for some redemption and while I kinda struggled i made it running thru 2.. I hadn't been paying attention to my run time, so today i decided to check it out, and was pleasantly surprised that i did those 2 miles in 20:44!! what? def a lot faster than i thought..and a good 10 seconds of that was walking as well.. so i walked 1 more mile then ran the last one and managed to get that one done in 10:10!! so even though work has been really stressing me out lately, i felt a big high today, and am excited about getting back out there this week!! that's about it for me.. hope everyone has a good last bit of the month, yay for spring!!

I think I might have been bumped out of the list, but I surpassed my weight goal for the month friday morning with a weigh-in at 199.

Hey Girls, any foods that'll curb my hunger? I'd like something filling, but not a lot of cal or fat,....
Any suggestions? I seem to get hungry like an hour after I eat,....

I think I might have been bumped out of the list, but I surpassed my weight goal for the month friday morning with a weigh-in at 199.

Sorry I missed you on this before but CONGRATS!!!! Super awesome-tasticness! Sorry if you got bumped from the list (the beginning of the month is CRAZY up in here). But way to go on meeting your goal (and welcome to one-derland!)

Jessyas - Incorporate strength training into my workouts in order to build more muscle while I'm burning the calories, keep learning new recipes and cooking for myself, get down to 133lbs or less!
atrayubrandy - to lose 7lbs, drink 64oz of water a day, cut down on sugar, and quit diet soda. I also want to build lean muscle mass.
lolahippie - to exercise at least 4 times a week, not binge, and to get below 134lbs!
froggytank3- lose 10lbs, cut down on sugar, and stay under cals without eating exercise calories.
Allie7383- get into the 140's, stay on schedule with TurboFire, get in at least 8 glasses of water/day, increase my running distance.
KanCrav-152 lbs-strength train 4 days a week-only 3 caffinated drinks a day-80 oz water a day.
Rachellynch83- Finish my 30day shred, be able to run 3 1/2 miles without stopping, try to eat the majority of my exercise calories, and stay below my calorie goals at least 29 days this month.
Toshiette - go 120km/75miles this month and get comfortably into the 140s.
mkingraham- lose 7lbs, run a 5k without stopping, strength train 3 days a week
meagalayne- maintain between 125lbs and 128lbs, complete weeks 8 and 9 of HH 1/2 Intermediate Training Program, YogaFit 1 time/week, strength train 2-3 times/week, and eliminate sweetener use by the end of the month (eeek!)
hizzle85- lose 8 pounds, complete the pushup and squat challenges, eat under/ right at my calorie limit, exercise at least 4 days a week, work on increasing my water intake, start the c25k program.
eleanoreb- Get below 135 pounds, eat more veggies and less chocolate/candy
Ngoat- lose 3 lbs, drink more water, cut down on my sugar intake and be sure to excercise at least one day of the weekend
NicNac86 - lose at least 4lbs (avg 1 a week), drink more water, more Wii, more dog walks
echoicmemories- down to 130lbs, lose 2" from waist and 1" from hips, continue workout plan with alternating days at least 4x week, increase elliptical to 15, begin C25K
cheralicia - Walk to or from work (or both) at least 4 days a week, track on MFP 90% of the month, yoga 2x/week, start to love running!
GuamGrly (Bethany) - continue to incorporate more fruits and veggies into my diet, drink my water, workout 3-4 times per week, and continue C25K training
kristinlough- lose 6 lbs, exercise 5 days a week, water and/or tea only, no more white carbs, 20 pushups a day 3 days a week, plank for 60 seconds
maggiemay131- stay on track with half marathon training, kick the Diet Coke habit, and reach comfortably into the 150's (162 current!)
Lostalykat- Work out 4-6 days a week with my training, Make 1 new recipe a week, Track everything that goes in my mouth, try 1 new yoga class.
shelsab-lose 5 lbs. Try 3 yoga classes. strength training 3x week. Try new clean eating recipes.
Sams111- Get into 220's, Spin 3x a week, gym 5x a week, and increase calories.
mamabearr- Lose 7-10 lbs. Try to work out at least 5 days a week (even if it's only for 20 minutes) and eat healthier.
brittfam- continue to work out 6x's a week, more stength training, goal weight loss for this month is 8lbs
emmarie1630- lose 4 pounds, at least 4x a week workout with strength training, lengthen gym time, tons of water- cut out diet soda, find wedding dress
Mary830- scale: lose 9lbs, jog/run 50 miles, track my food every day, and 64+ oz of water a day
edryer123 March Goal Weight is be under 140lbs and get to where I can run a full mile without stopping (almost there but still fighting weather outside)
CaptainJim157to lose around 7-10 lbs, if I can, get at least 30-60 min of exercise a day, that's my main thing! And try and only have a pop once a week, instead of like, everyday
Mary830- scale: lose 9lbs, jog/run 50 miles, track my food every day, and 64+ oz of water a day.
Meggonkgonk: Make strength training workouts more of a priority (30 min 2x/wk minimum); Eat 1 fruit and 3 different vegetables everyday; Try 3 new recipes (do not have to be “perfect” just delicious).
jnlynch- lose 5 pounds (be at 118 lbs), workout at least 4x a week; completing my 30 Day Shred & starting the 6 Week Six-Pack, & eat breakfast on weekdays.
rmarin18- scale: lose 5 lbs, non-scale: Drink at least 72oz of water a day & strength train 2x per week.
prila13-5 lbs weight loss, Drink at least 4 glasses of water per day. (I have only been able to reach 2 so far LOL), Be able to walk 3 miles per day by the end of March.
gofatties-make it to hand stands class 1x a week. and to cut down on late night emotional eating.
Huni3bee-lose 10lbs, drink 10 cups of water a day instead of 8, and when I walk home I'll take the long way home instead of the shortcut... I'm also going to try and cut back on sugar, I'm going to actually push my self when working out no matter how bad it burns.
Paigeb15: Drink at least 48 oz of water a day, Maintain 110-115 lbs, Make myself go walk at the park down the street on my lunch on nice days, less alcohol
wardiemelissa-continue to maintain between 120-125 lbs. ; continue to follow Hal Higdon 1/2 marathon training (starting week 9-race is on April 2nd); continue to find and try out new recipes for dinner at least 4 nights a week; make time for my family )
Finncmh- see a loss on the scale, continue lifting 2-4 times a week, run 1-2 times a week, walk to work at least 2 times a week, play outdoors more, keep eating clean! Be supportive on new people on here giving honest opinions and input.
JacciLatt5- Ive never done this before but here it goes. I want to do the 30 Shred Dvd this month; eat less processed foods; try atleast 2 new workouts; be down @least 4 lbs
kbellnurse - Get into the 140's! (lose at least 4lbs), workouts 4x/week (at least), school work on EVERY school day - make it to church for at least one Sunday.
NLG139-I would like to lose 4lbs in March, drink 64oz of water a day, and get in my long runs every weekend (I'm training for a half marthon in May).
Whitneysaenz - Lose 7 lbs (GW for March 31st: 160lb), drink at least 64oz of water a day, eat more vegetables, and exercise at least 4 days per week!
DowntimeDesings-Start and stick with insanity workouts
SexyInASizeSix-lose 15lbs, and drink 10 glasses of water per day
tjradd73-to lose 6lbs, drink 80ozs of water/day, 3 days of arms/week, and burn at least 5,000 calories/month
rivingtonst-I'm doing the 4x4, haha, In the next 4 weeks I will: lose 4lbs, workout 4x week, and make 4 new recipes.
stuartme123: Check in with this thread 3-4x a week.- 30 min of cardio 4x a week - Continue C25K - reach W4 by Spring Break! - Curb unhealthy snacking - - Add veggies - Try one new healthy recipe a week - Lose 1lb a week and maintain over Spring Break for a total of 3lbs. MarchSW = 155.4.
hilhall822: up the water intake- be better about precooking meals so I don't snack all day!
runteachrun-For the month, I want to lose 15 pounds!
peachyxoxoxo-stop bingeing. Work out 3-4 days a week. Track ALL foods every day.
crystalfaith - workout at LEAST 4 times a week! Lose 5 lbs. Start eating more veggies and fruits
mmahabee- get a fitness routine worked out so I can maintain my weight and tone my body
bstamps12- Lose 4 lbs, bike 60 minutes straight, bike 9 miles straight.
CurriedGrasshopper - (Jenn) - I'd like to lose 3lbs, continue with p90x, and focus on drinking more water and less diet coke.
gymgirl12- lose 5lbs (be at 145) Increase cardio time, starting working more core exercises, watching what I eat and limit snacking (especially chips).
weslfuss- to lose 10 pounds (though honestly I'll be happy if I can just make it to 5-7), Drink more water, work out at least 4 times a week. no drive-thrus or soda!
HotMamaof2Boys: I want to lose 5 lbs., stop getting any fast food or soda. I really, really want to try to workout every morning Mon. - Sat
nausicaa11: Lose 5 pounds and exercise 6 days a week.
Jbars11- C25K starting this week....staying consistent with logging EVERYDAY even if I know I'm over, making sure I'm getting my water and losing 4 pounds this month.
kvr414: lose 5 lbs, limit fat intake 35-43 g/day, establish a HIIT/distance running rotation.
lm235141- scale - 7lbs, workouts - at least 3 dance classes a week and 3 other workouts, food - bigger healthier breakfasts so i don't need to snack so much during the day.
talazws- fill out the paper work I need to go to the gym/pool at school...and then actually GO at least once a week!
ahadj- walk every day, go to the gym at least twice a week, get down to at most 3 diet cokes a week, drink 8+ glasses of water a day, and get into the 140s for good!!

Elenorreb- I am actually Aly, but it's ok we have a lot of megan's on here. I guess I want to try to tone and drop a few pounds. I am going to focus on Brown rice and just really do veggies mainly. I also always do oatmeal and I didn't do it this morning but I can really tell because I am starving. Thanks for the suggestion.

Hey everyone, I hope you had a good weekend, I splurged a few times on meals but did some big workouts, at this point I never know what the scale might say after a few cheat meals, it can really go either way with how much training I do. I have been eating really well this morning to jump start my 10 days of clean eating and no alcohol to help me look extra svelte at the beach. I know I am going to look good, It is hard since I went shopping and my stomach was not looking as tones as I wanted it to. I am thinking I might do a 6 pack workout I saw a few times a week to try and fix that. I am still really excited about hawaii and I have so much to do before that!

I promise to catch up more when I have the time and not be so selfish. I hope everyone is having a great day!

-Aly

hroush-Congrats on hitting the "onsies"!! Oh...if you feel that you got bumped from the list...please feel free to copy the most up-to-date one and re-add yourself back on!!

Mike-you are going to want to pick high fiber OR high protein and low calorie foods to get the most bang for your buck. A few options that I recommend are: 90 calorie fiber one bars, or Greek yogart, or low fat cottage cheese.

Aly-the best advice that I can say to you is to watch your sodium intake, and up your fiber to try to keep ya "regular" before you go Good luck!

eleanor-great job on hitting your March weight goal!!! Super awesome!

Meag-enjoy your night with Ty!

Megan-sounds like you are kicking *kitten* with your workouts still!! You are really a great inspiration for me to kick my 5000 calorie goal out of the water for the month...so thanks!!

AFM-nothing new to post...I am on my rest days now, but seem to be lined up for a great loss on Wednesday....fingers crossed APU (as per usual)!! Only 10 days to go ladies(and gents)!!

This weekend didn’t work out the way I was planning. I worked a 12 hour shift Saturday. Then when I got home I ended up having to take my son right back into the hospital to the ER. He has asthma and he was sick so the usual breathing treatments were not cutting it. It’s so scary watching your child struggle to breathe. Then after about 3 hours in the ER, I picked up McDonald’s since we hadn’t eaten supper, and had to wait about 2 hours before we finally got his medication filled, and got back home. I didn’t get to bed until around 11pm and have to wake up at 3:30am to work another 12 hour shift in the morning. I also woke up a couple times between 11 and 3 helping him breathe through the night. Thankfully, he is starting to feel better and his asthma is better controlled. Needless to say, I did not get in my 30 Day shred Saturday or Sunday over the weekend. Sunday when I got off work I fell asleep right away. Then Monday I woke up feeling like I’m getting sick.
On the plus side the weather here was great yesterday and I did my c25k run outside. I ended up covering about 4 miles because I went around the country block, and I was pretty excited my endurance is picking up! Today I need to try and get in my run again, and it would be nice to do my 30 day shred as well. I will see because I can definitely tell I’m getting sick, and today is my husband’s birthday. We plan on going out tonight, and I plan on allowing myself to go over on my calories.
Okay enough of the selfish post...
Lolahippie- I think that’s a good idea to have a binge free ticker. It helps you be a little more accountable to yourself.
Megan- It sounds like you are doing awesome with your workouts!
Meag- I’m sorry things aren’t working out well with your job. I hope something new and safe comes up soon for you! In the mean time, be careful!
Aly- Hawaii is getting so close! That’s so exciting! You are going to have to post some pictures of your time there.
Melissa- great job completing your 13.1 miles! You rock!
Jim- I agree with the above advice. I love to eat so I’m trying to work on eating high lean protein, high fiber, and low calorie. Most days it works well for me to stay full.

Aly- I can't believe you are going to Hawaii soon!! So exciting! Time flies when you are having fun. I'm sure if you keep up the vegetarian meals you will feel and look better! And a new hair do- can't go wrong

rachel- that sucks that your son was so ill. I can't even begin to imagine. I would not worry about missing your 30 day shred at all since you needed to be with your son, take time for him, and try and sleep before another crazy shift! Sometimes it doesn't matter how hard you try life just gets in the way!

Lola- I will definitely keep you posted on what happens in Philly! I'm excited to walk around and visit all the historical sites along with enjoying time with the Hubby! I need a vacation!

Tara- as always you keep me pumped up

AFM- I did spin this morning followed by a mini-bootcamp of sqauts, pushups, lunges, situps, and burpees. do each exercise for a total of 3 minutes with 20 seconds on 10 seconds off, AKA KILLLER! Needless to say I burned 700 cals so I get to eat a lot of deliciously healthy food today My quads however are on fire! I'm hoping to run more then 2.5 miles tomorrow so hopefully this soreness works itself out and I get some good sleep tonight (i've been tossing and turning lately). Any who- hope everyone is having a great day!!

XOXO
Megan

I've been eating healthier for 2 days in a row, sounds silly to most of you, but I really hope I can stick with this :P ^^
Hope you lovely ladies are having a fantastic day & I'll stop by later again on here

Morning friends. This group sure has gotten quiet. Well I woke up today with a sore throat, that sucked! I am just glad it happened now and not right before Hawaii. I made this amazing red curry lentil soup. I pretty much followed the recipe here http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/curried_red_lentil_soup.html to a T. Except I added kale. squash and carrots and celery. it turned out sooo yummy! I also threw in a chicken apple sausage, I wish I would have had more of the sausage to put in there it really complimented the flavors nicely. Especially since I was feeling sick this was really the Cat's Meow of soups. I have some leftovers for lunch today as well. I am going to wait until I feel better before working out. I don't want to keep myself any sicker before going to Hawaii to do my race. Tonight I am getting my hair done and I brought a PB and J to eat on the way over there. My hair appts take around 3 hours so I need to make sure I eat something right before so I don't feel awful and starving. That is all for me I hope everyone is doing well