T.H.E (Trying Hard Everyday) Team ~ Week 9 ~ 4/2-4/9

Anita, this was at PIR in 07 (April) - When junior went to Hendrick, this guy had some altering to do :laugh: (bottom right)




What just happened? No lug nut, then Junior can't find his pit box??? Aw too bad.


edit to say: I knew I shouldn't make fun of Jr. Now he's leading and JG is #2 argh..


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Hi Everyone

Just checking in before I go to work. It has rained hard here all day and been about 50 degrees. Next two days snow and no higher than 34 - life goes on.

LI4G - if I forget to post have a good trip. WTG on the window shopping spree. I love Old Navy.

CM - not a big Jeff Gordon fan but happy he won I had him in the pool we have. thanks for the reading material - I will get to it tomorrow. work is calling here soon.

Kristi - you have been missed tremendously. I would like to see those whales, too. I enjoyed watching them when we went on our cruise.

Anita - hope you enjoyed your quiet day.

Adopt4 - my first 5 pounds were from my boobs and face. All I heard is where did your boobs go?

Well had a good day today - worked out to all 4 of the Walk Away the Abs tapes and done almost two miles on treadmill. Manage to stay within the calories too and got in 8 GLASSES OF WATER!!!!!!YEAH

Everyone have a good night and talk in morning when I get home from work

Good night
Lisa
indianagranny

Hey gang - I'm exhausted!!! Worked outside allllll day - tore down a small barn and hauled all the debris away - save the frame to make myself a greenhouse:bigsmile: Got scared by a really BIG snake:noway:

Anyway, wanted to check in and tell you about this awesome site I found:

www.fiftymillionpounds.com

It's a free fitness site with a MENU PLANNER!! The planner is great - gives 30 day plan with shopping list and you can get it for the day, the week, the month, etc... It plans for 4 small meals and two snacks ~ perfect. I'm going to be using it this week so I'll let you know how it goes. I'm soooo happy to not be wracking my brain tonight trying to plan my meals for the week!

ta-ta for now.
lulu

edit: oh yeah, AND it gives you a grocery shopping list!!! Yipppeee:bigsmile:

I have 900 calories left and I'm not hungry. What should I do adopt4????????

I feel you CM! After dinner last night I had 800! I ate some frozen yogurt and an all natural granola bar and called it a day. I know it wasn't enough to get the 800 but it was too late to eat more. What did you end up doing?

I have 900 calories left and I'm not hungry. What should I do adopt4????????

Sell them on eBay?

(just kidding!). To add to your article on starving and still obese, the binges are a factor in the whole wicked cycle in that they are triggered by an overwhelming hunger urge brought on by the constant fasting. (see Garth Fisher, phd, "How to Lower Your Fat Thermostat").

And, Li4g, in my human biology class, I learned that those gurgles in your tummy are happy gurgles! Sorry about your poor butt. Maybe it needs a couple of ibuprophen or a massage.

Hi everyone! Weighed this morning to see what damage may have been done on vacation. (note: I was actually quite indifferent to the results, just mildly curious). No change, so its all good.

As lulu would say, later gaters! (Utah has no fun animals to rhyme about. So I must borrow the gaters.)

Hey gang - I'm exhausted!!! Worked outside allllll day - tore down a small barn and hauled all the debris away - save the frame to make myself a greenhouse:bigsmile: Got scared by a really BIG snake:noway:

Anyway, wanted to check in and tell you about this awesome site I found:

www.fiftymillionpounds.com

It's a free fitness site with a MENU PLANNER!! The planner is great - gives 30 day plan with shopping list and you can get it for the day, the week, the month, etc... It plans for 4 small meals and two snacks ~ perfect. I'm going to be using it this week so I'll let you know how it goes. I'm soooo happy to not be wracking my brain tonight trying to plan my meals for the week!

ta-ta for now.
lulu



edit: oh yeah, AND it gives you a grocery shopping list!!! Yipppeee:bigsmile:

Hi Lulu.. I've been following the menu plan for a few weeks now.. I wonder if you get the same as me??

Congrats tiff! Happy dance for you!

Well CM you'd be happy to know that I ate all my calories yesterday except for 78 of them... I was full full full and it was all healthy stuff as well...

Today I am feeling a bit bloated again so we shall see what I eat tonight.. I am thinking it was the brocolli salad I ate on Sat at Koles funeral.. Who knows.. I am tired of the bloated feeling.. Any ideas? Anyone??

It's important to know that foods are about more than just taste. As a part of my fitness journey I am trying to learn the properties of foods and how they impact our bodies. This is an article I found very interesting and thought I would share it.... There are several on the team who have issues with bloating/pms and such ~ so it may be helpful. Also, if you find yourself dehydrated, this may explain why if you are eating too many of these foods.

Natural Diuretics

Many people are turning to natural foods and herbs with diuretic properties instead of over-the-counter and/or prescription diuretic pills. Natural diuretics can aid in removal of excess fluids from the body and aid in treating sciatica, kidney stone, lymphatic swelling, PMS, liver disorders and high blood pressure. Moderation and caution should always be used for natural foods and herb diuretic. If taken indiscriminately, diuretics can lead to serious consequences such as dehydration and potassium deficiency.

Diuretics are prescribed for people suffering from-Edema-accumulation of fluids in the body tissues, high blood pressure and heart diseases. PMS symptoms such as bloating, women are often advised to take diuretics to rid the body of excess fluid retention and diuretics are taken to Lose Weight.

Foods that can cause water retention

Foods like salt and sugar may cause the body to retain considerable fluids that can lead to bloating and water retention. Also, inadequate protein in the diet can lead to fluid retention. When the body does not get enough amino acids or B-vitamins, it may accumulate excess fluids.

Natural diuretic

Natural diuretics are natural foods or herbs that will increase flow of urine and aid in the removal of fluids from the body. While using natural diuretics or synthetic to aid in removal of excess fluids from the body, it can also mean loss of very important vitamins and minerals too. It is essential that you supplement to prevent loss of vital electrolytes.

*Green tea is a natural diuretic food that has been in use for centuries in China.
* Cranberry juice can aid in removal of excess fluid retention.
*Apple cider vinegar exhibits natural diuretic properties and in addition maintains the potassium levels. It can be added to the salad dressing.
*Dandelion is often used as a natural diuretic.
*Nettle has natural diuretic properties that facilitate good cleansing.
*Dandelion leaf tea aids in detoxification and has a beneficial effect on those suffering from cystitis and urinary tract infections.
*Fennel has carminative and diuretic properties and is frequently used in seasoning food.

Diuretic food with high water content

watermelons and cucumbers help increase urination and flushing out of toxins. Cucumbers are rich in sulfur and silicon that stimulate the kidneys into better removal of uric acid. Watercress and artichokes are also natural diuretic foods.

*Asparagus contains asparigine - a chemical alkaloid that boosts kidney performance and improving waste removal from the body.

*Brussels Spouts help in stimulating the kidneys and pancreas. This helps in better cleansing of cells.

*Beets are natural diuretic foods that attack floating body fats and fatty deposits.

*Oats contain silica-a natural diuretic.

*Cabbage is known to aid breakage of fatty deposits, especially around the abdominal region.

*Carrots are a rich source of carotene that speeds the metabolic rate of the body and hastens removal of fat deposits and waste.

*Lettuce aids better metabolism and flushing of toxins.

*Tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C that aids the metabolism and release of water from the kidney to flush out waste.

*Horseradish, raw onions and radish speed up your metabolism.

Remember, Moderation and Caution should always be used for any Diuretic. This information is for informational purpose only, and is not intended to replace the advice or care of your doctor.



Sooooooo, I think I'm gonna eat a lot of cabbage!!!!:bigsmile:

Good Evening Team,

I have to catch up with all the post I havent had the internet in a few days since we started moving.. well we are for the most part all moved in only a few small things to get but other then that all is good hubby unpacked the kitchen, livingroom, and family room.. so all I have to do is the bedroom so I have been elected to cook easter dinner..

well My cable and internet is on in the new house as of Today.. I havent been able to get to the gym since Friday but I am going tomorrow just so I can sit in the damn hot tub cuz my back and feet are killing me from standing on them and doing to much...

well miss you all so much hope all is going well and glad to see kristi is back from vacation.. hope you had a great time kristi... by the way Kristi while you were away I hit my under 300 I am now 297 pounds... yay...

talk to you all tomorrow going to bed and take a muscle relaxer.. hope it helps!!!

Sheila