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Everything teresasupermama said. For this first 5k, just take it easy. Don't run every day - you need recovery time. Doubling/tripling your current mileage that quickly isn't wise, but hey, it's only three miles. It shouldn't break you. DO listen to your body though. This will be s great kick in the pants for you - enjoy…

I totally feel for you! When you do have pasta, what's worked for me is to weigh out 1.5 ounces (using whole wheat when possible), so I can't overdo it, and use angel hair whenever possible. It's amazing how much bigger 1.5 ounces of angel hair looks compared to 1.5 ounces of farfalle or even linguine!! You'll figure it…

I had the same thing happen when I switched from a free lance lifestyle to a desk job, and although it may well be "your reaction to the job," the job is what it is, and is causing you to gain. Part of it can be the sitting marathons we get to endure, grazing during work because our co-workers brought some awesome yummies,…

No fizzy beverages, at least the week before. Ditto about carbs... they are called carbohydrates for a reason! Careful about too many crazy workouts, too, if just slimming down temporarily is your goal. Post workout recovery (healing) will cause water retention. Lowering calories is unfortunately really the key. Plenty of…

Wow - awesome job!!!

It's been a few weeks since I remembered to post - so sorry!!! Here are my stats: 1. CW - 136.2 2. 0.2 lb gain :-( 3. NSV for the week - my Lycra cycling tights are feeling baggy! 4. Goals for next week - STOP slipping off the wagon!!! I'm soooo close to goal, but I know my poor evening over-eating habits are sneaking back…

c25k is awesome! Just finished it last week. I started at week 4, because for about a month I had been jog/walking for 15-20 minutes, and that's about where I was in the program. I've tried running numerous times before with no luck. For me, the key was to jog s-l-o-w-l-y. Like, I could walk faster than I was jogging!! It…

Hi all! 1. CW 136.6 2. Lost 0.6 lbs (supposedly... I'm afraid today's weight was due to dehydration; it's been much higher the last few days.) 3. NSV - jogged my first full 5k, no walking!! 4. Goal for next week - starting a 30 day ab challenge... we'll see how that goes! Also need to make sure to get in weight lifting for…

Welcome to the group!!

OMG this!!!! My husband finally started me run/walking in August. I HATE running. I can bicycle and ride the cross country ski machine until I'm a horrible sweaty mess, but as soon as I do anything where both feet are off the ground simultaneously, I tank. My heart and lungs just can't keep up. UNTIL NOW!! Hubbie got me…

Capellini alla Checca - 1 serving, can easily be doubled, tripled, etc. This is my go-to meal when I don't have (much) time to cook dinner. My only requirement has been FRESH basil. If you find a good cheat, though, I'd love to hear it! The longest part of putting this together is waiting for the pasta water to boil. 1.5…

A cooler is the way to go; that's what my Mom always did with us. Breakfast would be cereal and milk (in the hotel room); today I would add some fruit (bananas, apples, pears) and probably hard cooked eggs (toss the yolks for a healthy protein source). Lunch on the road was always at rest stops, where Mom would make…

Awesome job, w2bab!!!! Sometimes it's best to look at the big picture. Looking back at where we started can be mind boggling, especially when it's a loss as impressive as yours! And even if we haven't come far, just knowing we started making a change, or even just started thinking about changing is a big leap. We talk…

And of course, I'll start... even though it's not the best report :ohwell: 1. Current weight: 137.2 2. Weight lost since last week: Zero, sadly 3. NSV for the week: Jogged my first 3 miles without stopping to walk... thank you, Couch to 5k!!! Took 30 minutes, so about a 10 minute mile... woo hoo! 4. Goals for next week:…

Don't worry Tara - the wagon is slow... it's easy to jump back on, no matter how many times you fall off. Gee... I wonder how I know this?!?! :happy:

Looks like folks are still on track - hang in there everyone - WE ARE WORTH IT!!! 1. CW 137.2 2. Lost 2.0 from last check in two weeks ago - woot!! 3. NSV - OMG, the c25k is working!!! I absolutely cannot believe it, but I just started week 8, jogged 28 minutes straight, and could even chat a bit with my husband!! If you…

Hi everyone! 1 & 2 - No idea... on vacation and not getting on the scale (although I must admit I saw one in the fitness center locker room... haven't been back...) 3. NSV for the week - although on vacation, I did do my week 7 c25k jogs on Friday (before packing), Sunday & Tuesday while here. Plan to get out tomorrow and…

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1. 139.2 2. 0 lost (or gained!) 2b. Weight lost since beginning the challenge (for me, 8/28): 3.2 lbs 3. NSV: LOTS! Lowest hip measurement yet. Wore my jeans for a whole day for the first time in YEARS. Despite a killer side stitch, ran/walked my first 3 miles EVER (well, unless I was forced to do it in high school... I…

Well, I've been pretty solidly in the (high) 130's for over a week (only going back to the 140's once that I recall), so I hit Victoria's Secret this weekend! Whoever would've thought I'd be wishing for MORE mirrors in the dressing room, LOL?!?! Of course what they would've shown is that my glutes need some work... but not…

Hi everyone! Looks like some good reports this week!!! 1. 139.2 2. 1.4 lb GAIN; don't care - I knew last week's number was off, and I'm still below 140. First mini-goal met!!! 3. NSV: Completed my first week of c25k, which I picked up in Week 4. It's feeling doable! 4. Goals for next week: a. Drop my weight loss rate to…

Here's a quote I like to remember... Simple and elegant, the choice is yours: "Waste, or waist."

Ditto on the gyno. Need to rule that out, AND make sure there are no problems. If you get a clear checkup, time to concentrate on fat loss. Yes, it's possible to store "all" your fat there (at least at first!). It could also be water retention or gas... So possibly a food allergy? At any rate, it may be time to reduce your…

Dehydration from the alcohol sucking up (and flushing out) any nutrients you had... which of course won't be many due to the junk we tend to eat when we drink. It happens to me ALL the time.

I agree. There's nothing I like better after a leg workout than some leg-centered cardio. I feel it helps flush the lactic acid through the muscles. I think the science behind it would be 100% off, but it works for me. Ah... And hydrate!!! Can't flush without water!

Wow - all that weight drop just from changing WHEN you eat?? How strange our bodies are. Really the same amount of calories and type of food and everything? I'm interested to hear more, and any other info you can share! Welcome to the group! -- Mary Ann

Wow, everyone is doing such a great job - y'all are truly an inspiration to me! So.... this week (and last) are why I weigh every day, and as a result am reluctant to fully trust the scale, which this week reports: 1. CW = 137.8 2. Weight lost = 5.2 lbs (uh, yeah... I DON'T THINK SO!) 3. NSV = last night as I begrudgingly…

I'm 5'11", weigh 140 lbs (so about 64kg). At a one lb per week loss goal, I get only 1260 cals, so we're on a similar level. I know one lb per week loss is a bit high, and I also usually go over. I keep in mind that this number has a built in 500 cal per day deficit. So if I go over the 1260 but not over 1760, I'm still…

Super easy low-cal pasta! You can use regular pasta - doesn't have to be whole wheat. Only 250 cals with the cheese, so you have cals left for a slice of garlic toast or glass of wine or dessert, too!! Capellini alla Checca - 1 serving, can easily be doubled, tripled, etc. This is my go-to meal when I don't have (much)…

Woo hoo!!!