Who knew??? Aparantly, after a heavy-duty work out (boot camp class or equivalent) I am supposed to feed my muscles with something like 200 cals worth of fruit and yoghurt smoothy or something like that.

Maybe I do have to do some "eat more to weigh less" on heavy-duty exercise nights :huh: ... maybe that is part of what has been holding me back. Lets see what the results are at the end of the week.

Haha, yep, that's totally a good idea! Something needs to maintain those muscles, strengthen them, and repair any damage. Food truly is fuel! Protein is definitely a good thing to have after a work out, I typically go for a Greek yogurt smoothie with a half cup of chocolate milk and all the fruits XD I'd have one right now if half the house wasn't asleep.

Here's some other ideas/information about that if it helps! Everyone should be aware of this kind of thing because we need to take proper care of our bodies. [/lame psa lol]
http://www.livestrong.com/article/541910-do-i-need-to-eat-a-post-workout-meal/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/103484-post-workout-foods/
http://www.livestrong.com/article/213669-the-best-pre-post-workout-foods/

I will be doing some reading at lunchtime!

Just back from the Boot Camp 4 wk Weigh&Measures .....

Ta DAAAAAAAAAA!!!!!!!! I am down 5 pounds over 4 weeks :flowerforyou: :flowerforyou: / 8.6 pounds over 8 weeks :flowerforyou: :bigsmile: / a whopping 15.4 pounds since the beginning of January :flowerforyou: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou: :bigsmile: :flowerforyou:


Looking back at the difference between January inches and current inches in 8 different points and the total inches. also fantastic no mater which way you slice it. And it's not quite the end of the month yet!

Fyi, one more 30 minute session (tomorrow) will put me At The Top Of Mount Everest ... then I will be switching out much (but not all) of the step bench for interval wind sprints, which my boot camp leader says is THE most fat-burning return on your cardio investment. Even better than spending longer at a steady pace.

Finally going to see Wicked tomorrow. I have been looking forward to it for months.

I've read the book, and I hear the show is AMAZING!!!! Looking forward to details!

We in Canada had our Long Weekend last week. Attended a wedding and did some planing of "purr-enials"

And by the way, today is my 60th day on MFP - and I haven't misses a login yet! (no where near your record, but then I haven't been at it as long :laugh: )

Hi everyone! Sorry I haven't posted in days, what a week I've had! I had a great birthday, so thank you to everyone who wished me a happy birthday. I got a lot of great things and I was able to spend the day with some close friends and family, plus we had amazing weather too which made things even better. Though, the fact that my best friends (one of which traveled 85 miles specifically to surprise me) turned up at my house with a cake and presents really made my day. I cried! Haha. I wasn't expecting to see either of them as we'd arranged to do something in the week so I was overwhelmed. I've eaten so much cake plus I went out for dinner twice so I am not looking forward to what will inevitably be a gain tomorrow. But I have now finished sixth form forever so I am really really happy about that!!

I had work today and it was awful. The country is currently experiencing a heatwave, or what should probably be regular weather for this time of year but given it always rains here, a heatwave and so conveniently our air conditioning broke meaning it was 30 degrees Celsius in my department and it was awful! Of course, no customers were in the shop either due to the weather (and the fact they have sense. Who'd want to go shopping when you can enjoy the sun?!) so it was a boring day but it could have been worse!

Tomorrow is the start of an 'off week'. Karen and I have not arranged challenges for this week so for now I am going to say that we will continue with the previous challenges for the next 7 days. Of course, you are welcome to create your own challenges and share them if you'd like, but we are not competing as a house or with the other houses so you don't have to and can give yourself a complete week off if you'd like!

How are you all doing?

So no challenges for this week, well I will continue with my own personal challenges then, to snack healthy, and to exercise at least 4 times per week. I would like it to be everyday, and am working towards that, but am happy when I get more days in than not.
I did have a weight loss this week, was really pleased with that as I had 2 parties last weekend. I also have two parties next weekend (a wedding and retirement party) and a holiday weekend in between. Oh, I love summer because of all the fresh fruits and veggies, makes it easier to eat healthy, but on the other hand..parties..parties...get togethers...makes it more challenging. I plan on weighing less at the end of the summer though.....so will not let myself indulge mindlessly 8 )

Molly --happy belated birthday, that was sooo nice of your friends to surprise you.

Have a great day everyone.

Sorry for the lack activity on here. This week has been busy as I've started a new job and I still have summer school on top of that. Just added all my NEWTs, OWLs, and exercise minutes to the spreadsheet though, that's all caught up.

Hope everyone's doing well and that any Yanks on here are enjoying their Memorial Day Weekend.

Too tired to write more XD

Wicked was awesome. I would pay to see it again...Started to read the book, want to get back to reading it. I read enough to know, though the show was great, the book has a lot the show left out (it probably would have been a 12 hour musical if it stuck to the book). I love lazy days, and I had 3 of them in a row. Alright back to reality tomorrow...I have been swimming at the pool and playing catch with hubby this weekend, no formal exercise this weekend, but tried to stay somewhat active. I have been logging back at weight watchers, and will probably continue to so for another week. It is too taxing to log in both places. My points have come way down, (which is good) and wanted to make sure I was keeping in range.

Molly congrats on your graduation and glad you had a great birthday
Suzie I hope your daughter is feeling better soon. I love the fresh fruits and veggies this time of year as well...due to the lack of winter here, all the crops are early, I can't believe we already have everything at the farmers market except corn! I agree staying smart is harder this time of year. You can do it!
Queeda welcome back to the board. Glad to hear things are going well, and hopefully you won't melt away before your trip back to the US, I bet you won't be complaining how hot Mexico is in the summertime
BeeJ great work, your results are quite an inspiration keep it up!
Moe get some sleep...you know they say lack of sleep slows weight loss

I've been switching out my winter / summer wardrobes and seeing what fits now / is too big (donate) or still too small (repack)

Almost nothing summer-weight fits! Some tops, but no skirts OR slacks yet (in either office or casual :grumble: ) Well - my "Lose 5 Pound in May" Final Week Challenge was to treat myself (anything non-food) .... so I hit The Sales on the weekend :bigsmile:

Everything mixes and matches with the few things I already had that still fit; and some of what doesn't fit is real close to borderline, so they MAY fit before the summer is over .... great insentive to work extra-hard!

Anyone else been checking out wardrobe fittings lately?

Just checking in! I had a awesome memorial day. i ran my first 5k!! I came in exactly 30 minutes. I have another one coming in June so excited. ready start June

Just checking in! I had a awesome memorial day. i ran my first 5k!! I came in exactly 30 minutes. I have another one coming in June so excited. ready start June

That is awesome!!! Great time too!!! I have not done a 5K yet this year and just said to my husband, we need to choose one. I am quite a bit slower than you heehee, I run a 5K in about 43 minutes. I didn't run last year and am getting back into this year. I do love to run.