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Mine for yesterday (Mon) was not a pretty picture, barbhat. Avoiding cookies and granola today. Hope to remain strong as the day wears on. Hang tough, friend! :)

Gosh, I have been way off track with a huge distraction in my day to day being in charge of costumes for a local living history event. But it's over and done with, so now back to refocus on my fitness and weight. You guys are so remarkable! I am too chicken to imagine myself training for a triathlon, a marathon, a half or…

Congratulations, barbhat! You are an inspiration!

The day after your Tri no less, barbhat!! That's impressive!

You will be ready for the Tri in Athens, barbhat! Hope our humidity eases up for your race. It has been intense today! But then again, as a Floridian you likely know hot and humid.

Impressive, barbhat!

Wait, what? Barbhat, is your Tri in Athens, GA?!?! That's where I've lived the past 40 years, now just a bit outside of it in the country. It's a fun community here!

That's really cool, Stephanie! My daughters would call you totally badass!

I'd like to help, but am unable to access the spreadsheet as well due to major computer issues. Of course I'd rather not put in my results as I've put on a couple of pounds. Darn it!

Labor Day Challenge would be great! Thank you! And barbhat, what an awesome way to start the day and to end this challenge! Inspiring!!

This conversation really brought a smile to my face. Love the support and encouragement, and the honest self-assessment. I've been battling some similar struggles. Jreedy is right - we know what works for each of us; drink water, refocus, and get to it. Thanks for sharing, everyone!

Gosh, I feel so out of touch! Been exercising some ... and keeping track in my journal with that, but not logging my food. As it is already Weds morning, my goal for the remainder of this wacky week will be to keep track of my water and get in at least a half-gallon a day. I have been falling way short when I used to drink…

My goal will simply be to recommit to healthy habits. I've been very lax in logging and getting in daily cardio exercise. Life has been extra busy and I have been putting in a good bit of work in the garden and around the house, as well as hustling to keep up with customers in our little local cafe on Fri and Sat. But,…

We are a great group. I really like the camaraderie here. Thanks, everyone!

Thanks, Lisa! I petered out in the last two weeks of our Memorial Day Challenge, making only 300 miles of my 350 mile goal. I wonder if we would have better participation for this side challenge if we recorded our minutes of exercise rather than miles. Some of our buddies are working their tushes off doing Pilates and…

You are correct! Week 5 needed a final update of 43.7. No miles logged for week 6, and hope week 7 will show 96.7 or better as of Memorial Day. Thank you so much for your kindness and attention to detail!

Thank you so much, cds! I don't want to tell you how many calories I've consumed! Yikes!

Awesome swim, barbhat! bet that was quite a workout!

How cool, barbhat! That sounds like a fun and very challenging workout!

I hope all goes well with your surgery, Jreedy. I imagine you are excited about the results. And I am with you, Amy and June. While I am exercising every day, I am clearly consuming too many calories. Ready to turn that around this week!

Walking dogs is definitely worth counting, June! Yay for them and you! :smile:

Well done, barbhat13! And that's great, jrotega! Be sure to include your data on the spreadsheet. It's a titch exciting to track our progress as a group. :smile:

I'd love to see you reach your goal, Marygirl!

I am the same! One taste of sugar is never enough. Please share your pie recipe if you find or develop one that works. Key lime pie is one of the best!

That's such a wonderful approach to celebrating. I am too much all about baking and eating birthday cakes.

Happy Birthday, barbhat! Enjoy the yummy food out and that glorious walk on the beach! Love your attitude!

Way to go, everyone!! We are on a roll! I know that sharing this challenge is certainly having a positive effect on my motivation. I didn't get home and on my bike until 9:30 tonight, but knowing that I had a part to play in reaching our shared goal, I got to pedaling and rode further than I thought I had energy for. So,…

Thanks for the suggestion, Lisa! Have been lusting for a Fitbit. Will check it out. Jrortega- hope you find your pedometer!

My exercise goal is to cycle at least 56 miles this week, three more than last week. Also working on water - aiming for 1 gallon most days, at least a half on days at the cafe, but fell short of that goal yesterday. Will try to pick up my slack. And, sigh, to get back to logging my food faithfully - just cannot seem to…

We are looking good, everyone! I did exceed my previous week's miles by 2.9 miles. I haven't been able to work in any cycling the past three days as I have been working extra hours waiting tables. Wish I had s pedometer to count the miles I walked on the job! On my feet 6 hrs straight Fri night, 10 hrs on Sat (with a 5 min…