(POST 3) BATTLE OF THE BULGE - Summer Slimdown Challenge!!
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Battle of the Bulge
SW - May 16, 255.6
Week 1 - May 23, GW: 252 Actual: 252.8
Week 2 - May 30, GW: 248 Actual: 249.4
Week 3 - Jun 06, GW: 244 Actual: 249.4 Didn't make my goal
Week 4 - Jun 13, GW: 240 Actual: 248
Week 5 - Jun 20, GW: 235 Actual: 247.6 Change my goal number
Week 6 - Jun 27, GW: 244 Actual: 250.8 :noway: Didn't make my goal. I have to get back in the mix.
Week 7 - July 04, GW: 245 Actual:
Okay, I fell off the wagon this week, I reset my goals and I will make my goal next week. I didn't push myself today because Monday's is my Rest Day, however, I will definitely push myself tomorrow when I workout.
Great Job! To all the BOB's who lost weight this week. If you didn't loose weight this week, don't be discouraged, we still can drop the pounds, just not this week.0 -
TUESDAY JUNE 28TH - DAY 43! - "JUMP TO IT!"
*DON'T FORGET to send me your weighins!
(we are in week 7)
Today's challenge brought to us by: Kayleighdawn13:drinker:
CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK
Fill your MFP cups! Drink AT LEAST 8 glasses of water DAILY!
DAILY CHALLENGE/TIP
Get a JUMP start on your weekend! In the US, It's a holiday weekend coming up so kick it in the butt and Jump On it! Get a good workout in today and over the next few days to avoid those weekend set backs! Workout AT LEAST 45 MINUTES today, and set a goal for what you want to do over the weekend so that you push yourself and feel your burn!!
MOTIVATIONAL SONGS OF THE DAY
1. Jump-Van Halen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlq0lYB3iSM
2. Jump On It- Sir Mix-A-Lot
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmIqYalUnWI
3. Jump Around- House of Pain
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwQbPgouUYo
4. Jump- Flo Rida Ft. Nelly Furtado
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHNLLqogRvs
SHARE YOUR SECRETS TO SUCCESS:
Have you ever looked outside and the weather effected your mood and mood on exercising?! When it's scortching hot, pouring rain, or just down right nasty out, how do you keep yourself motivated?! How do you continue to push yourself?
Personally I want to show mother nature that NOTHING will stop me! If I can't run or work outside due to weather then I go to the gym or find something to do inside. I push myself. Those are the days that I usually work hardest and burn the most calories!
STAY MOTIVATED: VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.wix.com/prplangl4/battleofthebulge *newly updated*0 -
I will have to make up for the 45 minute workout tomorrow, as this is my one day off!!! Although, I DID do 65 minutes yesterday, as well
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hey all, did not get on the scale this week because I knew it would not be pretty and mentally just could not see that right now. Regrouped and feel like I'm getting on track so let's hope for a big number next week!0
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I have challenged myself to get back at it. The weather has been very depressing here lately. We have had so much rain. I do not mind walking in the rain, in fact I quite enjoy it but I do not like to walk in constant pouring rain. I have not been going out and I needed a kick in the butt to get back at it. I have let the weather win for a short time but now I am back in control. Walked/ran last night and did about 5K in 39 minutes. That was my challenge to get myself back on track. I then did 20 minutes on the elliptical.
My plan for the long weekend (Friday is our day off-Canada Day) is to walk twice a day and spend a lot of my time in my flower beds that I have not been able to work in because of the continuing rain.
Have a great day and challenge yourselves. It is well worth it.0 -
Water it is... will be sure to drink up and get my training in today. At least 60 min of either circuit training or Insanity.0
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DAILY CHALLENGE/TIP
Get a JUMP start on your weekend! In the US, It's a holiday weekend coming up so kick it in the butt and Jump On it! Get a good workout in today and over the next few days to avoid those weekend set backs! Workout AT LEAST 45 MINUTES today, and set a goal for what you want to do over the weekend so that you push yourself and feel your burn!!
This is EXACTLY my plan this week. I am spending the holdiay weekend at the beach and making sure I get some good intense workouts in before I leave.
The weather does affect my moods. This time of year is easy but I find it much harder in the cold dreary winter to get motivated. I can deal with the rain-I just go to the gym anyway. But when it is cold out I find myself wanting to 'hybernate' in my warm cozy house.0 -
Monday-Well I def fullfilled the push yourself challenge by starting C25K yesterday as anyone of my friends know I was having SERIOUS anxiety about starting it but I did it and felt GREAT afterwards...and yesterday was also one of those days where I was REALLY struggling to stick with things and just felt like giving up but it was almost like I had this personal trainer in my head yelling at me telling me all the reasons why it was stupid to give up at this point that I just need to get over it and do it and feel better...I even had a mini meltdown after my run yesterday b/c sometimes life just gets VERY overwhelming but I got it out of my system and today I feel great aside from the achy muscles!
Tuesday-45 mins of working out today is going to be hard/next to impossible because I have class tonight straight after work and I was gonna use today as my rest day this week...as far as the weather affecting me I can definitely see where it WOULD especially if I am used to going outside for my exercise but just like everything else if you want results you have to do the work so I wouldn't really let anything like that stop me from working out or sticking to my goals for that day.0 -
45 minutes?! *Groan/whine*
Okay. The BF is going to be home and I refuse to workout in front of him. Jiggling stuff and all. But, I think I can get him to do some XBOX 360 adventures with me! In fact, I am going to prepare him by texting him right now. It will be done!0 -
Sry I've been out
we just bought a new house so moving has taken over my life at this point. to top it off we don't have cable yet in our new house so i can only log on at work.
anyway, i'm back now so i'll be back in the groove. I'm going to do my best to put in the 45 minutes today although I have to admit it will probably be in the form of unpacking.
Weather does get to me a bit. The rainy days make me wanna cuddle up with DH and watch a movie 0 -
Morning all, water challenge is complete already and just got back from my workout 75 mins!
My regularly scheduled off day is on sunday but since I know I will splurge some on monday, I will get in a good cardio day and complete 45 mins extra, then hit it even harder on monday, goal is 90 mins!0 -
I had a great workout this morning! The Body Pump class lasted about 50 minutes, then I jumped on the Elliptical machine for another 10 minutes. It wasn't too hot outside, so I decided to wash my car in the front yard....which took about 35 mins. I always feel great after a workout! I'm going to really work on getting all of my water in today and here on out!
When the weather prohibits me from getting out to the gym, or evening go to the park for a walk, I workout at home! I have a treadmill in my garage. So even though I'm not a huge fan of machines, it comes in handy on days like this. I also have a Wii with a variety of workout games (Zumba Fitness, Wii Fit Plus, Just Dance 2 & MJ Experience). I also have workout DVDs such as Zumba Fitness and 30 DS. So there's no excuse for me not to workout, even when the weather is bad.0 -
I started a new weight lifting routine today. It will have me going to the gym 3x per week instead of the two days I've been getting. I may still add a 4th day of running outside, too, which would put me up into 20 miles per week.0
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I have gone off track in the last couple of weeks. I have been celebrating grandchildren's birthday parties, year end parties and father's day and somewhere in there I started to slip up. I have been doing very little exercise using the rain for an excuse not to walk( It has been raining almost all of June). Hello Karen -- you have a treadmill and an eliptical trainer sitting right in front of you!!!
Anyway a climb on the scale is my wake up call. I know I can do this. There is so much love and support with this challenge and on this website.
My goal for this week is no less that an hour of exercise over and above my regular work. I can do this with the help of my friends. Thanks all
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You Can do this! I can do this! We all have the advantage of having Kristy and all the BOBers with us on our journeys! How great is that! So when we have a backslide, we take a deep breath, we don't beat ourselves up, and we push on! Woo hoo!
Moofer: I thank you for your support. I know I can count on everyone here for encouragement and support but it is still good to hear it. Bless you.0 -
my goodness, I have so much energy today! got the challenge handled and then some!
realizing that I am gonna haveta really step it up now that I have registered for the annual mud run!
I don't think I have ever signed on for anything this ambitious before and to top it off...
only 3 weeks to train LOL
no pressure right? :explode:
it's ALL GOOD! I can't wait to get out there amongst all the other
crazies and just GO FOR IT!!!
best wishes to BOB winners this week, I am proud to be in your dedicated company:drinker: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:0 -
Met yesterday's challenge today! I totally did NOT want to work out today. Not even a little bit. but I did it.0
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Although I did not do a specific exercise for 45 minutes yesterday, I did do 4 hours of cleaning house. Lifting, bending, chucking, reaching. It was amazing. So much junk is GONE from my life! Siiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiigh of relief!!0
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WEDNESDAY JUNE 29TH - DAY 44! - "Walkin on Sunshine"
We are in WEEK 7!
Week 6 Results will be posted soon - SEND ME YOUR JULY 25TH GOAL WEIGHT!
*I never received today's challenge*
CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK
Fill your MFP cups! Drink AT LEAST 8 glasses of water DAILY!
DAILY CHALLENGE/TIP
Today's challenge is to NOT OVER INDULGE in the 'bad things' you crave!
Eating less without feeling denied is as close as your dinnerware. That's because while a small portion served on a large plate can leave you craving more, a smaller plate gives the visual signal that you already have more. "People go by physical cues," when they eat, Grotto tells WebMD. We know we've had enough because we see the bottom of our bowl or plate. "A smaller plate full of food just feels more satisfying than a large plate with that same amount of food on it." And don't forget smaller bowls, cups, and spoons. For example, try savoring a bowl of ice cream with a baby spoon. Not only does the pleasure last longer, but your body has time to register the food you've eaten.
MOTIVATIONAL SONGS OF THE DAY *For those doing the walking challenges*
1. Walk Like an Egyptian - The Bengals
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWP-AsG5DRk
2. Walk This Way - Run DMC
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4B_UYYPb-Gk
3. Walk it Out - DJ Unk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pxjZM-d_ShI
4. Im Gonna be (500 miles) - The Proclaimers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tbNlMtqrYS0
5. Walkin on Sunshine - Katrina & the Waves
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPUmE-tne5U
SHARE YOUR SECRETS TO SUCCESS:
How do you ensure you don't over indulge in the bad and feel full off the foods you do eat?
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I bought smaller bowls and bigger cups - that way when I drink 'a glass' of water its really 3! My plates and bowls are smaller so when I eat cereal or anything else it comes to 1 serving. I also have tiny cups (a little bigger than a shot glass) for when I want icecreams or something not so healthy and I eat it with tiny spoons.
STAY MOTIVATED: VISIT OUR WEBSITE - www.wix.com/prplangl4/battleofthebulge *newly updated*0 -
Tuesday: well I didnt think I was going to get the 45mins in but I DID! so woohoo! for that...except I ate like total crap yesterday but I've been drinking 3+ liters of water a day so been doing good on that...had to up my calories back to 1500/day because 1300 was just leaving me starving...been struggling A LOT this week and keep gaining for some reason (im attributing it to either the medication I am taking OR pre menstrual because AF is due next week) so please dont judge me on next weeks weigh in...
Wednesday: When I find myself craving "bad" foods I usually will try and drink more water so that I am full...I was craving all kinds of pastas and stuff yesterday it was BAD...the first real day I've had any cravings like that and so last night I didnt do so well but I just told myself that today is gonna be a new day and to keep on truckin because I'm not going to go back to where I was...Im signing up for a gym membership today so Im super excited to get in there and get the best workouts I can with better equiptment
Happy Hump day everyone almost time for the holiday weekend! 3 day weekends are always great I can't wait!0 -
Morning ladies...
I only keep clean foods in the house, so that when I'm craving something, I would have to get up and go get it...most of the time that deters me cuz I'm lazy and don't like going to the grocery store cuz its always so crowded!!
When I do give in to cravings, I get what I want and keep it moving. Also when I eat out, I eat the veggies and protein first before carbs..0 -
The following have not weighed in this week; Whered ya go?!?
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WEEK 6 Results are in!!!
Our biggest losers are:
:bigsmile: Julie77x with 2.55% of BW lost!!
:bigsmile: Hananiah with 6.8lbs lost!!
Congrats!!!
(this is the start of a new 5 weeks so everyone who started during the first 5 weeks are now all lumped together. Anyone starting the BOB challenge during this 2nd 5 weeks will be grouped together according to when they started!)
:flowerforyou: Please add our new members as friends and give them encouragement!!
xturkishmamix
Denise11161978
lynnie07
astrosnider
mandalicious
symegeer
Amberness99
ksutte
meghanspuppy
go to www.wix.com/prplangl4/battleofthebulge for complete results!0 -
WEEK 6 Results are in!!!
Our biggest losers are:
:bigsmile: Julie77x with 2.55% of BW lost!!
:bigsmile: Hananiah with 6.8lbs lost!!
Congrats!!!
(this is the start of a new 5 weeks so everyone who started during the first 5 weeks are now all lumped together. Anyone starting the BOB challenge during this 2nd 5 weeks will be grouped together according to when they started!)
:flowerforyou: Please add our new members as friends and give them encouragement!!
xturkishmamix
Denise11161978
lynnie07
astrosnider
mandalicious
symegeer
Amberness99
ksutte
meghanspuppy
go to www.wix.com/prplangl4/battleofthebulge for complete results!
I'm actually Amber89 lol
As far as over indulge in the bad by buying smaller portions, like the little containers od skinny cow ice cream that's only 150 calories. I also buy the smart ones sundae things so it feels like I'm being bad, but it's not as bad as a sonic blast or a blizzard. I also buy the packets you can add to water when I'm craving a Dr. Pepper. Sometimes it gets really bad at work because I work at Sonic and sometimes it's like I can smell the Dr. Pepper or Root Beer several feet away and then I want to get me a cup but I just go and drink some of my flavored water instead. I'm surrounded by "bad" food almost every single day and sometimes I do break down and have those chili cheese fries but I make sure I've worked out that day or am going to when I get off.0 -
Awesome job for the biggest loosers! Way to go! I need to get my *kitten* into gear and no more bad eating. Enough is enough! I'm gonna do this and not let my emotions get the best of me. I have control! Focus, focus and focus on my goal. I know I can do this...0
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i have forgotten to check back into the post, i'm bad! Completed wednesday's challenge without knowing about it, haha.
Have a great thursday!0 -
congrats to our losers!!!!! and welcome new members.0
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Nicely stated! It does feel good to feel like you are making it happen yourself, you are changing yourself inside and out, and becoming powerful. I feel the same way! :bigsmile:
(forgot to put in quote i'm replying to, which was:)
My confidence level has been boosted to the utmost extreme...i feel as though i can do anything, survive anything, push through when im exercising and i can feel healthiness entering my body when im exercising and when that happens it excites me to know that i am determined to change my life.....I can see changes in my own body and i know at the end of this journey i will be sexy, healthy, and beautiful....i already am beautiful but a little more so at the end:).....this website is outrageously awesome....i get so much out of the camaraderie with everyone, and the encouragement helps me to push as well....everyone can relate to everyone and knows what im going through.....this site is a blessing and i thank God for my friend who told me about it several months ago
***in it to win it....and LOSE it***
Live with intention. Walk to the edge. Listen hard. Practice wellness. Play with abandon. Laugh. Choose with no regret. Appreciate your friends. Continue to learn. Do what you love. Live as if this is all there is.
- Mary Anne Radmacher
June 10: CW: 211
Goal wt. for July 12: 200 lbs.
OVERALL GOAL WEIGHT: 1520 -
Congrats to all the losers this week! Keep up the great work!
I have a love-hate relationship with the scale - last week I loved it , this week, not so much. Although I have been under calories and have even stepped up exercise, I've gone up a few ounces each of the past few days - no idea why! Also, I've really upped my water consumption. Trying to focus on the NSV's this week! Thinking I need to change up something, but not sure what it is!0 -
Congrats to all the losers this week! Keep up the great work!
I have a love-hate relationship with the scale - last week I loved it , this week, not so much. Although I have been under calories and have even stepped up exercise, I've gone up a few ounces each of the past few days - no idea why! Also, I've really upped my water consumption. Trying to focus on the NSV's this week! Thinking I need to change up something, but not sure what it is!
Girllll if the scale at my job didnt weigh so much I'd throw it out a window!!! hahaha I am HATING the scale this week thats why Im just trying to up my exercise and water consumption and really watch my calories...I had one bad day earlier in the week but I stocked my fridge with healthy foods last night so Im hoping next week to see a difference I HOPE!!!!
Great Job to all the losers this week!!!! Keep on rockin!!!0 -
Hey BOBers!
I've decided that I'm taking a month off for weighins. I've been watching the scale too much and its bouncing around and frustrating me, although I can tell that my clothes are getting looser. I'm going to keep on running and just got me EA Active 2 and started the 9 week challenge. I want to stay off the scale though. I'll still be around and reading the posts, but not weighing in. Hopefully, at the end of July we'll see a difference! :glasses:0
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