Motivated Momma's Week 4 (closed group)
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On behalf of Karie and all of this week's contributors, here is our week 4 challenge:
Cardio Challenge
I'm not sure who was submitting the cardio component but it needs to be added to this post. Please copy and paste this post and add the Cardio Challenge in.Thank you!
Strength challenge
Created by Renu
Day1
1. Monkey abs –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/monkey-abs-aka-dumbbell-side-bend ) Do one set of 60 seconds
2. Airplane Leans – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/airplane-leans ) Do one set of 30 seconds each leg
Monkey abs and airplane leans will get 1 point in total
Day 2
3. Alternating Heal touch – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/alternating-heel-touch) Do one set of 60 seconds
4. Double leg lifts –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/double-leg-lifts )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Alternating heal touch and double leg lifts will get 1 point in total
Day 3
5. Single leg lifts- Work your core muscles-( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/single-leg-lifts) - Do one set of 60 seconds
6. Single leg stretch- (http://www.exercise.com/exercise/single-leg-stretch )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Single leg lifts and single leg stretch will get get 1 point in total
Do the above exercises for 3 days, you can do it in any order and on any days..
Bonus point-
http://www.exercise.com/exercise/hundreds
(Note- you can keep your knee bent in the 90 degree angle and you can do it in sets or all at once)
Do the hundreds for 3 days and earn 3 bonus points
Do 50 for 3 days and earn 2 bonus points
Do 25 for 3 days and earn 1 bonus point
Food challenge this week is in two parts. It is worth 10 points total.
Created by Tasha
Part 1: No eating after 8pm. Lets try to stay away from the kitchens starting at 8pm 5 days this week.
Part 2: Drink all 8 recommended glasses of water at least 5 days this week.
Emotional Challenge
Created by Tasha
How is your self esteem? Are you focusing on the great accomplishments you have made and taking pride in them? This journey is about becoming healthy again and regaining your self esteem. This challenge is worth 7 points. Every day this week tell us about something you have accomplished during your journey and how it has made you a feel. You get one point per day.
Once again, here is the link to our tracking spreadsheet https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnwPqv9GV3KzdGJmckI0LXhiV2piODNrU3o3NG9XRVE&hl=en_US#gid=5
Make sure to post your end of week weigh ins on the Week 3 thread today as well!
Have a great day everyone!!!
Lynda
Cardio Challenge
I'm not sure who was submitting the cardio component but it needs to be added to this post. Please copy and paste this post and add the Cardio Challenge in.Thank you!
Strength challenge
Created by Renu
Day1
1. Monkey abs –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/monkey-abs-aka-dumbbell-side-bend ) Do one set of 60 seconds
2. Airplane Leans – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/airplane-leans ) Do one set of 30 seconds each leg
Monkey abs and airplane leans will get 1 point in total
Day 2
3. Alternating Heal touch – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/alternating-heel-touch) Do one set of 60 seconds
4. Double leg lifts –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/double-leg-lifts )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Alternating heal touch and double leg lifts will get 1 point in total
Day 3
5. Single leg lifts- Work your core muscles-( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/single-leg-lifts) - Do one set of 60 seconds
6. Single leg stretch- (http://www.exercise.com/exercise/single-leg-stretch )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Single leg lifts and single leg stretch will get get 1 point in total
Do the above exercises for 3 days, you can do it in any order and on any days..
Bonus point-
http://www.exercise.com/exercise/hundreds
(Note- you can keep your knee bent in the 90 degree angle and you can do it in sets or all at once)
Do the hundreds for 3 days and earn 3 bonus points
Do 50 for 3 days and earn 2 bonus points
Do 25 for 3 days and earn 1 bonus point
Food challenge this week is in two parts. It is worth 10 points total.
Created by Tasha
Part 1: No eating after 8pm. Lets try to stay away from the kitchens starting at 8pm 5 days this week.
Part 2: Drink all 8 recommended glasses of water at least 5 days this week.
Emotional Challenge
Created by Tasha
How is your self esteem? Are you focusing on the great accomplishments you have made and taking pride in them? This journey is about becoming healthy again and regaining your self esteem. This challenge is worth 7 points. Every day this week tell us about something you have accomplished during your journey and how it has made you a feel. You get one point per day.
Once again, here is the link to our tracking spreadsheet https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnwPqv9GV3KzdGJmckI0LXhiV2piODNrU3o3NG9XRVE&hl=en_US#gid=5
Make sure to post your end of week weigh ins on the Week 3 thread today as well!
Have a great day everyone!!!
Lynda
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Just checking in
Last week's weight- 155.2
This week- 158.2
Gain- 3lbs (not sure how this happened).. :-(
But today is a new day, so I will keep going.. :-)0 -
Phew! Just looking at this challenge makes me tired! Great job girls!
Tasha, LOVE the self esteem challenge! I have one I'd like to share right away: I am proud of the strength I am gaining. When I first started this I could barely do 1 girly-style (from the knee push up). Seriously! ONE pushup was too much for me! This morning I was doing my 30DS workout, and as many of us know JM loves her pushups and I was able to do 30 seconds of pushups. Yes, they were still girly-style (I mean, c'mon I still weigh 225lbs!) but still, I could do them, with good form, without stopping and it felt good!!! And as she announced that it was time for the next move I was like "wait a sec... did I just do that?!?!" so I am very proud of myself for that!
Renu, I think you may be trying to kill me with the core work but I love you for pushing me girl!!! I'm gonna kill those bonus points baby!!!0 -
Just checking in
Last week's weight- 155.2
This week- 158.2
Gain- 3lbs (not sure how this happened).. :-(
But today is a new day, so I will keep going.. :-)
Always keep going Renu! You are doing great and working hard - sometimes there are speedbumps on the road and this little bump could be accounted for in many different ways. What matters is that you keep going and working hard. You will get the results you work for!!0 -
Phew! Just looking at this challenge makes me tired! Great job girls!
Tasha, LOVE the self esteem challenge! I have one I'd like to share right away: I am proud of the strength I am gaining. When I first started this I could barely do 1 girly-style (from the knee push up). Seriously! ONE pushup was too much for me! This morning I was doing my 30DS workout, and as many of us know JM loves her pushups and I was able to do 30 seconds of pushups. Yes, they were still girly-style (I mean, c'mon I still weigh 225lbs!) but still, I could do them, with good form, without stopping and it felt good!!! And as she announced that it was time for the next move I was like "wait a sec... did I just do that?!?!" so I am very proud of myself for that!
Renu, I think you may be trying to kill me with the core work but I love you for pushing me girl!!! I'm gonna kill those bonus points baby!!!
Lynda,
Thats why i kept 3 options open for the hundreds.. We all need to work from core for long term fitness... but I love the emotional challenge too..waiting for the cardio....0 -
I am very annoyed today.. not for the weight gain.. We bought a racquetball few days back and I had decided I am gonna play daily in the morning time as the court will be available in the morning... But, one of my hubby's colleague had taken it 2 days back and we kept reminding him to return it.. Even yday night we reminded him to return, but hasn't returned it yet.. I am so so angry because he is spoiling my exercise plan.. When he comes to return it, he is gonna get it from me and I am going to tell straight forward that I wont let him take it again...0
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Do we have a cardio challenge? Do we still need one?0
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Do we have a cardio challenge? Do we still need one?
I think Natalie was working on the cardio challenge, probably she is yet to post it..0 -
Renu, I think you may be trying to kill me with the core work but I love you for pushing me girl!!! I'm gonna kill those bonus points baby!!!
Lynda,
Thats why i kept 3 options open for the hundreds.. We all need to work from core for long term fitness... but I love the emotional challenge too..waiting for the cardio....
I know. My core needs serious work which I why I'm pumped that you included it in the challenge as it will motivate me to get er done!0 -
Ok, here's the new and improved challenge including the cardio component. I tried to edit my original post so this would appear as the first entry on the thread but apparently you can only edit a post within one hour of creating it. Who knew? Anyways, here's the total challenge. Thanks to all who contributed for making such a stellar challenge!!
On behalf of Karie and all of this week's contributors, here is our week 4 challenge:
Total of 28 Possible Points are available this week! 25 challenge + 3 bonus. Remember to keep track on the spreadsheet!
Cardio Challenge: 5 Possible Points
Created by Nathalie
Part 1
It's easy to get bored of exercising or to get complacent. In order to keep losing weight and getting fit we need to keep challenging our bodies, and in order to not get bored we need to try and find exercise we enjoy. Try something new this week, a new sport, a new class, a new piece of equipment in the gym or even just a new dvd! Post ideas on here for different things for others to try.
You get 1 point for each different new exercise you try up to a total of 3 points. Don't feel like you have to do 3 though as it is a big ask in a busy life!
Part 2
Log your calories every day - 1 point
Part 3
Beat last weeks calories burnt - 1 point
Strength challenge: 3 + 3 Bonus = 6 Possible Points
Created by Renu
Day1
1. Monkey abs –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/monkey-abs-aka-dumbbell-side-bend ) Do one set of 60 seconds
2. Airplane Leans – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/airplane-leans ) Do one set of 30 seconds each leg
Monkey abs and airplane leans will get 1 point in total
Day 2
3. Alternating Heal touch – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/alternating-heel-touch) Do one set of 60 seconds
4. Double leg lifts –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/double-leg-lifts )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Alternating heal touch and double leg lifts will get 1 point in total
Day 3
5. Single leg lifts- Work your core muscles-( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/single-leg-lifts) - Do one set of 60 seconds
6. Single leg stretch- (http://www.exercise.com/exercise/single-leg-stretch )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Single leg lifts and single leg stretch will get get 1 point in total
Do the above exercises for 3 days, you can do it in any order and on any days..
Bonus point-
http://www.exercise.com/exercise/hundreds
(Note- you can keep your knee bent in the 90 degree angle and you can do it in sets or all at once)
Do the hundreds for 3 days and earn 3 bonus points
Do 50 for 3 days and earn 2 bonus points
Do 25 for 3 days and earn 1 bonus point
Food challenge: 10 Possible Points
Created by Tasha
Part 1: No eating after 8pm. Lets try to stay away from the kitchens starting at 8pm 5 days this week.
Part 2: Drink all 8 recommended glasses of water at least 5 days this week.
Emotional Challenge: 7 Possible Points
Created by Tasha
How is your self esteem? Are you focusing on the great accomplishments you have made and taking pride in them? This journey is about becoming healthy again and regaining your self esteem. This challenge is worth 7 points. Every day this week tell us about something you have accomplished during your journey and how it has made you a feel. You get one point per day.
Once again, here is the link to our tracking spreadsheet https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnwPqv9GV3KzdGJmckI0LXhiV2piODNrU3o3NG9XRVE&hl=en_US#gid=5
Make sure to post your end of week weigh ins on the Week 3 thread today as well!
Have a great day everyone!!!
Lynda0 -
I think my calories burned are off. Since I've started this new lifting program all of my sets are super sets and I'm only getting about 30 seconds of rest in between super-sets. The first 2 weeks are full body work-outs, ten exercises are only taking 30-35 minutes or so, and by the time I'm done I'm sweating and out of breath.
If I buy a HRM then I can't get new weights til next month, and I really need heavier weights. Anyone know any way to do this without a HRM?0 -
I'm excited to share my weigh in with you all. I weighed myself this morning fully expecting to not lose anything (since my weight loss has dramatically slowed down), but I was shocked to see that I had a 2lb. loss since last Wednesday! I was so excited that I woke up my husband to tell him, he had to get up soon for work anyways
Last week's weight: 129 lbs.
Today's weigh in: 127 lbs.
2 lb. loss
The 2 hardest things for me for this week's challenge are going to be:
1. Doing something different for exercise, as I have a routine that I stick to and don't really try new things, LOL
2. No eating after 8 pm, as my evening snack is usually between 8:30-9 pm0 -
I'm excited to share my weigh in with you all. I weighed myself this morning fully expecting to not lose anything (since my weight loss has dramatically slowed down), but I was shocked to see that I had a 2lb. loss since last Wednesday! I was so excited that I woke up my husband to tell him, he had to get up soon for work anyways
Last week's weight: 129 lbs.
Today's weigh in: 127 lbs.
2 lb. loss
The 2 hardest things for me for this week's challenge are going to be:
1. Doing something different for exercise, as I have a routine that I stick to and don't really try new things, LOL
2. No eating after 8 pm, as my evening snack is usually between 8:30-9 pm
Whoo Hoo!!! How freakin' cool is that! Congrats!!!!:drinker:0 -
Hi Shawn,
I just posted this question on last week's thread, but then I realized that you probably won't check that one again since we are onto a new week so I'm copying it in here. Not trying to be a stalker - just don't seem to have a fully functioning brain today
What program are you on? I am starting to focus more and more on strength and toning and since you seem to be the resident expert (at least in my eyes!) I'd appreciate any advice you have to offer. Great tip on the sore muscles equation.I did not know that sore muscles meant water retention. Which would explain why when building muscle the numbers on the scale don't always seem to match my level of effort. Truthfully, this is part of what has always scared me off in the past. Well, that and strength and toning is HARD! lol!
Lynda0 -
I wasn't sure where we are posting out weigh in... so I will post it here too!
My Progress
Starting MFP Weight: 286.6
MM Starting Weight (9/21): 267.4
Week 1 Weight (9/28): 269
Week 2 Weight (10/5): 268.6
Week 3 Weight (10/12): 266.6
Week loss/gain: -2
I am very excited about this weeks weight loss. I finally lost 20 lbs! What a great feeling!!!!! Only 15 left to reach my first mini goal!0 -
Emotional Challenge Day 1 -
Something that I have accomplished during my journey so far is a higher fitness level. When I started I tried to do the Slim in 6 videos on my off days at the gym. It was so hard and I had to take breaks every 4 mins or so I kept at it for a week and found that I was so sore I couldn't handle it then. I put the video away for awhile and finally pulled it out again last night because I wanted to get in a little exercise before bed. I was able to do the whole video without stopping to catch my breath. I only took a break to get water and then was right back at it! I was sooo proud of myself! What would have killed me 3 months ago was actually enjoyable last night! What a great feeling!0 -
I wasn't sure where we are posting out weigh in... so I will post it here too!
My Progress
Starting MFP Weight: 286.6
MM Starting Weight (9/21): 267.4
Week 1 Weight (9/28): 269
Week 2 Weight (10/5): 268.6
Week 3 Weight (10/12): 266.6
Week loss/gain: -2
I am very excited about this weeks weight loss. I finally lost 20 lbs! What a great feeling!!!!! Only 15 left to reach my first mini goal!
YAY happy 20!!! Thats so awesome, and its such a great feeling to hit that kind of a milestone! Congrats!0 -
OK, im so amped and ready to get through this weeks challenges, I fell off in a big way over the weekend and having a sick kiddo didnt help, Im feeling like im catching whatever he's got today but Im still gonna power through and get it all done...(told my husband this too and he said thats because you're "super freakin' awesome mom" LOL). Posted points and weight on the week 3 thread, only 0.6 lbs lost this week but atleast I didnt gain!0
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Hi Shawn,
I just posted this question on last week's thread, but then I realized that you probably won't check that one again since we are onto a new week so I'm copying it in here. Not trying to be a stalker - just don't seem to have a fully functioning brain today
What program are you on? I am starting to focus more and more on strength and toning and since you seem to be the resident expert (at least in my eyes!) I'd appreciate any advice you have to offer. Great tip on the sore muscles equation.I did not know that sore muscles meant water retention. Which would explain why when building muscle the numbers on the scale don't always seem to match my level of effort. Truthfully, this is part of what has always scared me off in the past. Well, that and strength and toning is HARD! lol!
Lynda
Yep, when you workout, you are actually damaging your muscles, heavy lifting causes tears in the muscle. While repairing the tissue you will retain water, that's why you shouldn't work the same muscle group two days in a row, rule of thumb is 48 hrs (I think).
I was going to follow the Jamie Eason Live Fit program, it is a good program. But I found a really good book at the library(Muscle & Fitness Hers, 101 Workouts for Women), and started following that instead, only because I find it easier to pick up a book to refer back to an exercise than to log on to the computer. It has lots of exercises for home use as well as for use with the machines at the gym.
This is the first time I have ever done supersets, and Wow, it really makes you sweat!! If your really interested in lifting don't be afraid to pick up heavy weights, it will only do great things for you!! Remember, the more muscle you have the more calories you burn while at rest.
I was looking on Amazon to purchase the book I got from the libary and there are 3 of them, the one I have and Workouts & Diet for burning fat and Workouts and Diet for Building muscle. The last two look similar so I'm going to research more before I decide which one to buy. If you don't want to buy anything, look at bodybuilding.com, that's where I found the Jamie Eason Live Fit program, it's 12 weeks long and has a meal plan with it, it gives specific exercise and how often to do them. It's very informative, actually the whole web site has great info.If you have any questions just send me a message, I'm always happy to help!!0 -
Emotional Challenge Day 1:
One thing that I have accomplished so far in my journey is much more energy. Sure, I'm still tired and would love to just veg out on the couch some days, but I'm able to do so much more now than I could/would before. For example, when we went to DisneyWorld in July/August this year, we walked ALL DAY LONG for like 11 hours and I was tired, but before my journey started there would have been NO WAY it would have even been possible. So, my extra energy makes me feel great because I am able to be around and more active with my boys.0 -
Total of 28 Possible Points are available this week! 25 challenge + 3 bonus. Remember to keep track on the spreadsheet!
Cardio Challenge: 5 Possible Points
Created by Nathalie
Part 1
Something new: 1/3 points for today
Part 2
Log your calories every day : 0/1 point (waiting until the end to make sure I do it everyday)
Part 3
Beat last weeks calories burnt: 0/1 point (waiting until the end to make sure I do it)
Strength challenge: 3 + 3 Bonus = 6 Possible Points
Created by Renu
Day1
1. Monkey abs –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/monkey-abs-aka-dumbbell-side-bend ) Do one set of 60 seconds
2. Airplane Leans – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/airplane-leans ) Do one set of 30 seconds each leg
Monkey abs and airplane leans will get 1 point in total
Day 2
3. Alternating Heal touch – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/alternating-heel-touch) Do one set of 60 seconds
4. Double leg lifts –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/double-leg-lifts )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Alternating heal touch and double leg lifts will get 1 point in total
Day 3
Single leg lifts and single leg stretch will get get 1 point in total: Completed 1/1 point
Bonus point-
http://www.exercise.com/exercise/hundreds
(Note- you can keep your knee bent in the 90 degree angle and you can do it in sets or all at once)
Do the hundreds for 3 days and earn 3 bonus points: Completed today, will do it again another 2 days
Do 50 for 3 days and earn 2 bonus points
Do 25 for 3 days and earn 1 bonus point
Food challenge: 10 Possible Points
Created by Tasha
Part 1: No eating after 8pm. Lets try to stay away from the kitchens starting at 8pm 5 days this week: 1/5 points
Part 2: Drink all 8 recommended glasses of water at least 5 days this week: 1/5 points
Emotional Challenge: 7 Possible Points
Created by Tasha
How is your self esteem? Are you focusing on the great accomplishments you have made and taking pride in them? This journey is about becoming healthy again and regaining your self esteem. This challenge is worth 7 points. Every day this week tell us about something you have accomplished during your journey and how it has made you a feel. You get one point per day.
1/7 points
Total points: 5/28 points0 -
Cardio
Part 1
New Exercises: Nothing new today
Part 2
Done!
Part 3
Beat last weeks calories burnt. Goal posted at 2500. Working on it
Strength challenge: 3 + 3 Bonus = 6 Possible Points
Created by Renu
Day1
Done - claiming 1 point
Bonus
hundreds Day 1 - claiming 1 point
Food challenge: 10 Possible Points
Created by Tasha
Part 1: No eating after 8pm. Done - claiming 1 point
Part 2: Drink all 8 recommended glasses of water at least 5 days this week. Done - claiming 1 point
Emotional Challenge: 7 Possible Points
Created by Tasha
How is your self esteem? Done claiming 1 point
In total I'm claiming 4 points today and I'm on track for a few more. Loving this week's challenge ladies!
Lynda0 -
Cardio:
Part 1- Incomplete 0 pt
Part 2- Complete 1 pt
Part 3- Incomplete 0pt
Strength: Incomplete 0 pt
Food Challenge:
No Food after 8- Incomplete 0 pt
8 Glasses of water: Complete 1pt
Emotional: Incomplete 0 pt
Total points: 20 -
Emotional challenge 1-
In my journey of weight loss, I have learnt that each bite you eat really really counts.. Before, I would just assume that I am eating ok and I am within the calorie range.. But actually I was eating tons and tons of calories.. Having discovered mfp was a blessing in disguise and I wouldnt have come so far in this journey... I wouldn't have realized the importance of logging food and am happy that I am doing it now.. I know I am slowly moving towards healthy eating and I can say no to unhealthy foods without being guilty...0 -
I am very annoyed today.. not for the weight gain.. We bought a racquetball few days back and I had decided I am gonna play daily in the morning time as the court will be available in the morning... But, one of my hubby's colleague had taken it 2 days back and we kept reminding him to return it.. Even yday night we reminded him to return, but hasn't returned it yet.. I am so so angry because he is spoiling my exercise plan.. When he comes to return it, he is gonna get it from me and I am going to tell straight forward that I wont let him take it again...
:laugh: :laugh: You are one tough cookie!!:laugh:0 -
I wasn't sure where we are posting out weigh in... so I will post it here too!
My Progress
Starting MFP Weight: 286.6
MM Starting Weight (9/21): 267.4
Week 1 Weight (9/28): 269
Week 2 Weight (10/5): 268.6
Week 3 Weight (10/12): 266.6
Week loss/gain: -2
I am very excited about this weeks weight loss. I finally lost 20 lbs! What a great feeling!!!!! Only 15 left to reach my first mini goal!
Amazing Job Girl!!!! You deserve it, you work so hard!! I am proud that I have been here to be a part of your journey! Your one amazing lady!:drinker:0 -
I'm excited to share my weigh in with you all. I weighed myself this morning fully expecting to not lose anything (since my weight loss has dramatically slowed down), but I was shocked to see that I had a 2lb. loss since last Wednesday! I was so excited that I woke up my husband to tell him, he had to get up soon for work anyways
Last week's weight: 129 lbs.
Today's weigh in: 127 lbs.
2 lb. loss
Fantastic!!! That is on amazing loss from such a little lady! Congrats!:flowerforyou:0 -
Emotional Challenge:
One thing I am super proud of so far is that I can Run! I started slow walking 5min then running 1min, now I am able to run for 30-45min straight, let's just say it is more of a slow jog than a "Run" but I am still feeling like it is a great accomplishment.
Cardio Challenge:
Part1- 0
Part 2- 1
Part 3- Work in progress
Strength Challenge:
Part 1 - 1
Part 2 bonus points- 1
Food:
Kitchen closed- 1
Water- 1
Emotional Challenge-1
Todays total: 6 Points0 -
Cardio Challenge:
Part1- 0- same old Gazelle workout...
Part 2- 1
Part 3- It's coming...
Strength Challenge:
Part 1 - Monkey abs and airplane leans! Did the airplanes for 60 seconds.. but discovered that my left balance is much better then my right!!
Part 2 bonus points- 0- Can I say how scared of the hundreds I am??
Food:
Kitchen closed- 1
Water- 1
Emotional Challenge-1
I actually had a conversation today with a friend ( who is now on MFP, as of a few days ago) who got me talking about my journey. She was SO happy for me to make it down to the 180's ( I had done a weight loss thing with her before that was unsuccessful .. and was at 220 then..[ she had done very well with it then, but is now back to her original weight..]), and I lapped it all up. So we got talking about all the things I had learned about myself since then, and all the changes that come about with weight loss. Most important to me were the mental things-- a LOT of them, emotional challenges from here! I think that taking the time to really do the mental and emotional crap with weight loss is something that I've never done before-- and my mind and body feels SO much better for doing it this time. I KNOW that it's a journey that has no time limit. If I'm up a week or two, not a big deal. I miss a few workouts here or there.. not a big deal. It's certainly a lifestyle change this time, and my family and I are benefiting from it no matter what ( plus, it's a little easier to do it without any freak out stress! Lol..). But yeah, I feel stronger than I have in a long time.. not just physically. Yaaaayyy!!
Todays total: 5 Points0 -
Emotional Challenge:
One thing I am super proud of so far is that I can Run! I started slow walking 5min then running 1min, now I am able to run for 30-45min straight, let's just say it is more of a slow jog than a "Run" but I am still feeling like it is a great accomplishment.
That's huge!!! I'm just starting running here and there... You SHOULD be proud!! Fly that flag, honey!! 0 -
Emotional challenge 1-
In my journey of weight loss, I have learnt that each bite you eat really really counts.. Before, I would just assume that I am eating ok and I am within the calorie range.. But actually I was eating tons and tons of calories.. Having discovered mfp was a blessing in disguise and I wouldnt have come so far in this journey... I wouldn't have realized the importance of logging food and am happy that I am doing it now.. I know I am slowly moving towards healthy eating and I can say no to unhealthy foods without being guilty...
It's crazy how those things add up, hey? You've evidently learned so much-- love it!!0
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