Hi all, I didn't want you to think I was dead. lol A couple things have kept me away. First for a couple weeks my eating was horrible. I have probably put on maybe 10 lbs over the thanksgiving two week celebration. lol Second I hate the forums here they need to add the simple features that all other forums have, such as email notification. Third I really need to have some people that are like minded around. For example have over 100 lbs to lose, count calories ect... So for that reason I have been going back over to 3 fat chicks forums which is where I was the first time I lost all this weight. Even though I have not kept up on my diary until the last 2 days I have been watching things and am back on track. So that being said I probably won't be on here much. I enjoy talking with you all but with the differences in diets I just need a better fit.

Just checking in ... glad you're all still with me.

Great post John and the responses are cracking me up. Not sure I should use "take cover" or "fire in the hole" around work. It has been extremely stressful and people are already on edge. Hell, I am the one a few call the "tunnel rat" because they always send me in to take the potential hit, test the waters, or take one for the team. Just today the owner came in and I could not stop myself from saying "What now???" Thank goodness he laughed...kind of. I will give it a try tomorrow at the meeting. I am sure there will be 5-lb bagels and cream cheese.

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carolssalva wrote: »

I survived the bakery! Those pastries didn't stand a chance.. I felt like Rambo! Thanks John!! Made the whole experience funny.

Did you have your tough mudder bandana on?

You could call the event "First Icing"

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25mcaro wrote: »

Where do these days go! Its week six for my aerial arts class, time to sign up for season 2 again.

Can you feel my envy? I have always wanted to try one of those classes, but there are none in the area. I'm turning green! Where are you located?

Hi, Im in Houston. I see a few places on Google, in the area.

Cross training day...I chose swimming. I set a time goal rather than a distance goal. My goal was 30 minutes in the pool. That only netted me 450m but it was a good start.

Heron,
Swimming is my arch enemy because I'm so bad at it. I have EXTREMELY immobile ankles so I can't point my toes correctly which causes a lot of problems kicking. I'm wound up very tight naturally and swimming is all about relaxing and flowing. I tend to fight the water? If that makes sense... I do mobility work, but I haven't quite solved it yet. I have Supple Leopard by Kelly Starrett and do a lot of his recommendations. My coworker used to be on the swim team in high school so she's my coach. She coaches me in exchange for motivation to go to the pool . She told me today that I've come a very long way since our first lesson back in March.

I've seen people make mayo on YouTube and it does look really easy! I might have to try it...I don't own a blender of any kind so I might have to go steal my mom's stick blender for a spell .

Ate bad today although I did stick to my window. I'm going to be eating breakfast tomorrow though at our Christmas breakfast (free bacon, eggs, biscuits & gravy, etc) so yeah I'm going to cheat and indulge a little. Hope everyone has a good evening!

I know you've all seen this before, but I like to watch it from time to time.

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Check out episode 10 of Good Eats Collection on Netflix. It's called "Live and Let Diet" and it has some interesting information on there. I particularly like his chalk boards with eating requirements. It's only 22 minutes long or so. Also, he has a more conventional approach to dieting. He obviously allows breads into his diet. I saw Carol mention how taboo bread has become in our community so in honor of that...I present you, Alton Brown!

I'm up even though I don't want to be...

Happy Thursday Folks! Looks like things are going fairly well.

Kc9 - Good O Lad Keep it rollin'!

Chris 0 you're doing well, tight joints are not a quick or easy fix. Keep ruckin' up and movin down the trail, The top o the hill is ahead.

Jen unnerstan sleep is a biggie, get some good rest on your weekend.

On my front, things are a bit stressed right now, My co-worker and Recreation Therapist for the Dementia unit was hospitalized last week with Sepsis. She is fighting a battle for her life right now. She is a tough Tennessee gal, and being the old NCO that I am I have adopted her like I would a young Platoon Leader Lieutenant, (lots of leadership potential but needs work.) She is a young Mom, and has been on our journey walking a different trail that has so many more booby traps and mines. I can't say much more due to HIPPA. But she really does need our thoughts and prayers.

tindercd wrote: »

I know you've all seen this before, but I like to watch it from time to time.

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Check out episode 10 of Good Eats Collection on Netflix. It's called "Live and Let Diet" and it has some interesting information on there. I particularly like his chalk boards with eating requirements. It's only 22 minutes long or so. Also, he has a more conventional approach to dieting. He obviously allows breads into his diet. I saw Carol mention how taboo bread has become in our community so in honor of that...I present you, Alton Brown!

I love AB and did notice the small collection of Good Eats on Netflix. I'll have to watch that episode a little closer. Thanks.

Hmrjmr1 wrote: »

Happy Thursday Folks! Looks like things are going fairly well.

Kc9 - Good O Lad Keep it rollin'!

Chris 0 you're doing well, tight joints are not a quick or easy fix. Keep ruckin' up and movin down the trail, The top o the hill is ahead.

Jen unnerstan sleep is a biggie, get some good rest on your weekend.

On my front, things are a bit stressed right now, My co-worker and Recreation Therapist for the Dementia unit was hospitalized last week with Sepsis. She is fighting a battle for her life right now. She is a tough Tennessee gal, and being the old NCO that I am I have adopted her like I would a young Platoon Leader Lieutenant, (lots of leadership potential but needs work.) She is a young Mom, and has been on our journey walking a different trail that has so many more booby traps and mines. I can't say much more due to HIPPA. But she really does need our thoughts and prayers.

OMG, definiltey keeping your co-worker in my thoughts and prayers and sending some positive thoughts her way.

Regarding my sleep, I'll do my best. Some nights are good but mostly lately aren't. I'm out of lavender oil which has actually been helping somewhat (diffuse it at night). I need to resupply.

Good morning everyone! Christmas parties are now behind me for at least a week. Whew! Won't pretend I did well, but today is a new day. Working on "guns" this morning (gotta get ready for that bakery war!). Walking the dog this morning I listened to the Body Do-over podcast. If you haven't listened, it is generally worth it. They just did their 50th episode. Basically a 45 year old guy who decided to make weight loss permanent. He and his trainer are pretty sane, and his process was realistic. Carol - they would make great guests on Fat2FitHQ!

Mobility work is an area I need to be more consistent. I try to tell myself once a week yoga covers it, but know that's not the case. I have a roller and a lacrosse ball in the family room and do use them occasionally. But more to hit a bothersome spot than truly do work. Keep saying I'll do Kelly's WOD of the day or buy the book.

Was disappointed with the hotel gym, really tight, the bench jammed in a corner with no room to resistance train. One of the guys on my team suggested I ask at the desk if there was another option. I was even willing to pay a day fee. Surprise the desk handed me a guest pass to a local gym. Chest and Bi day accomplished!

Prayers for your friend John.

And truly sad to see Howie feels we've become to carb focused. Sorry if I contributed. It worked to get me off the yoyo starvation roller coaster, but probably could check my preaching about it a bit.