SAHMU Team BLACK (closed group)

Hello ladies!

I'm doing well today better than well! I wanted to do something today that was out of my comfort zone, but that I avoid because i usually am too self conscious ... so .. I went to the swimming pool, participated in a water aerobics class, and spent several hours doing laps! I really enjoyed it and the funny thing was I didn't get self-conscious once! I think it was because I already dealt with it and decided to just do it before I even started driving. So, I'm going to try to go a few times a week because I really enjoyed it! And, if the MFP calorie counter is correct ..I burned almost 5,000 calories! When I put in the actual mins. it seemed so high, and it was even on a light/moderate pace ... so I didn't even add the aerobics class in. Accurate or not it's nice to look at in my MFP post! LOL

Ashley- I'm right there with you actually! I sneaked a peak this weekend and saw that I gained 5lbs! This is the second time this has happened and I have no idea why?! So, I end up having to burn those and still try to be lower than the week before. It's driving me bonkers and really frustrated me! I really hope I can show some kind of loss by Wednesday - I feel like this is a war!!!

Kristy = It sounds like you had a pretty busy weekend, but tons of fun. Let us know if you find any good recipes I always get bored with food and it's hard to find healthy, filling, and tasty!

Katelyn- How are you doing? Did you have a good "bff workout" the other night?

Hmmmm do I really wanna follow after Ashley?! That was super sweet!


Ashley, I love that like all of us our families are at the heart of our goals and dreams.
Like you I realized that the best way I can help others is by first being able to learn to be
"selfish" and help myself. You seem to have such a beautiful balance and perspective on life.
You are so caring, focused, and organized! Your family is so lucky to have you at their center!

Kristy, I absolutely love your energy and joy you put in everything you do. I'm think you are
so strong and I'm glad that you have decided to empower yourself during these difficult times
instead of eating every emotion! You are a great mother and a fabulous sister! I hope you find
your way back to love. ♥


Katelyn, I love your focus, drive, and consistency! I truly see that you are well on your way
to getting the great new confidence your desire! And, I'm sure there is more to know about you
and I look forward to finding out more as you continue your journey here on MFP!

Keonoa, I am so inspired by your drive and compassion for others! It takes a very special person
to be able to be a person who constantly gives! The ability to be a military wife, student, mom of 4 kids, and your own
person takes a lot of strength and character.


I'm so blessed to be on this team with each of you! In truth you all inspire me to be a better person and to
continue to dream and strive for the life I want. It takes a lot of courage to start a weight loss journey
when you have so many other commitments in your lives. But, at the end of the day we must take care of ourselves, be
full as individuals, so that we may give and give ourselves to all those that needs us. The world would truly be a better
place if more of our families had such devoted and loving mothers like you all. You are all so deserving of all
the good things this life has to offer. May God continue to bless each of you and your loved ones.

Morning ladies!

This is the halfway point of our 60 Day Challenge!! I can't believe it went so fast.

Thank you all for posting your weigh-in's .... don't forget each week we also need to know your points! I haven't done my weigh-in yet but here is this upcoming weeks challenge. Lets try really hard to get everyone on board this week! If you all could find the recipe by Monday that would be awesome!

Cardio:
Your Normal Routine x3 days
Dance!!! Dance with your kids, your Husband or by yourself. Have fun with it! x1 day
Try something New! - be it take a class somewhere, try a new workout video, give running a shot, etc. etc x 1 day

Strength:
Step ups x 3 min a day x 4 days (How many can you do in 3 min?)
Different Heights Work Different Muscles
A basic height step works the hips and thighs. A higher step works the hamstrings harder, while a lower step targets the quadriceps. However, the basic height for a step obviously differs from person to person, depending on the person's height. To set a step to work your leg muscles to the max, you want to be able to easily place your leading foot flat on the step. When you bend the leading leg at the knee so that your thigh is parallel to the ground, the foot of your other leg should be able to touch the ground while still keeping the heel elevated. Basically, your step up should not be higher than your knee when you stand in front of it.



Food Challenge: Desert Recipe (Yummy!!)
Each person submit a recipe to your Team Thread then Teams submit ONE Desert recipe to the main thread that you all agree could win by Monday.
Tuesday we will take a vote and there will be a winner by Wednesday and I will post that point along with the weight loss point.




Relaxation Challenge:
Do something for yourself this week that has nothing to do with food. Take a bubble bath or read a book or give yourself a manicure. Almost like a congratulations for the hard work we have put in.

Emotional Challenge:
Is there someone in your life that has affected you in a negative way and has contributed to your weight gain? How will this change once you have become more confident and learn to Love yourself.

A special thanks to MichelleLydia,Purplefly,sisa2324,Jwlzboatie, and Lovenevrnds. You all made this challenge this week! You are awesome!

SW: 355 ?
Lasr week: 342.4
Current: 335.2

I seriously can't remember the other weeks weigh-in's!