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Monkey ~ It sucks! But at least I can squeeze the tube of toothpaste now! :smile: I want so badly to get back to my routine, but I know I have to wait until it is completely better. Speaking of my elbow, time to ice then do my therapeutic exercise (not many cals burned flexing your wrist). I know you've hit a plateau. You…

Jezzi ~ Be careful with those 5 lb weights on Level 3! I got "tennis" elbow from doing the cario with weights (3 lbs), Try using some soup cans or water bottles. I had to stop doing 30DS, and I can still only do level 1 (its been almost 3 weeks).

Greetings Gail ~ I went from being a couch potato to doing 30DS. And I followed Anita the whole time doing modified versions (out of shape and back issues). It hurt like crazy for the first 4 - 5 days, but I kept at it. I only missed two day because I had to cater a wedding. I didn't lose much weight, but I lost about 4…

The last time I could laugh at a fall was when I was a senior in high school. We were dressed up for a field trip to the local banks to apply for jobs. After leaving one bank, I was talking to a friend when I did a front flip over a post in my skirt. There was a parking sign on the sidewalk that was just crotch high. It…

Yes! It keeps you fuller longer and cleans out the body. If you take fiber supps, be sure to drink enough water or you may get "clogged up".

Every spring I pick lots of rhubarb from my plants. I make rhubarb pies, puddings and marmalade. Then I came across this recipe for Rhubarb Punch in "Back to Basics: The Maine Way" cookbook (2001). It makes a huge batch, so I freeze half the recipe in ice cube trays or plastic containers. RHUBARB PUNCH 12 cups fresh or…

Ok, Jezzi ~ So tell us how you like level 3! *feel like I should insert an evil laugh*

*darn triple post* :grumble:

double post :blushing:

Hmmm ... The only thing I can think of is that maybe you didn't log your burn when the numbers were totaled? Anyway, I concede that you beat me, so you can have my spot in the top 10. Ok Ursy? :flowerforyou:

Sorry everyone, Hubby and I have been really busy doing wood this weekend. Plus my daughter worked split shifts (am & pm), I dog sat the neighbors dogs. I didn't get any Shredding done, but I busted my butt all weekend! Jayne ~ The numbers for your HRM don't look right, but I don't have one, so who knows? I agree: that's…

So who / what is next on the list?

Crap! I didn't even enter my cals for the day. Still gonna enter it to make sure he's not coming back.

I helped my stepson's fiancee do research for her college paper on HPV vaccines and after learning a bunch of stuff (not good) and the questionable reputation of the company that manufactures Gardisil, I advised my 15 year old daughter at the time NOT to get the vaccine. Most people don't realize that there is no proof…

I have an observation: This is not the first time you've asked people to judge or rate you. That is all.

V-8 Juice is tomato juice with other veggie juices in it (carrot, spinach, watercress ...) Its low in cals and fantastic! It tastes like tomato juice with tang. We have low sodium and spicy varieties as well. Its a great snack, sometimes I warm it up as a healthier option for tomato soup.

Its short notice, but many stores / venders will donate to this cause. I do alot of fundraising in the winter, and I would suggest maybe asking a local sports place for a "donation". I've gotten tee shirts, golf stuff, basket balls, certificates for free bait ... I would suggest you start with places you are a regular…

I think soup is the best "diet" food ever! (except for my cream of broccoli and cheese -- lots and lots of cheese) Skim off the fat, add lean meats and loads of veggies! Hubby likes noodles, so I cook them on the side. I have a fabulous recipe for V-8 veggie soup: In a large pot, add 4 chicken boullion to a quart of water…

Isn't it laser surgery they do to break up the stones? Hmmm ... maybe not? Either way, think of the great shape you'll be in for the surgery! It should cut your recovery time in half, yes? And there are plenty of exercises you can do from a chair or bed. You can have an occasional bad day, but you'd better get back to your…

I've never heard of Monte Cristo, but they look awesome!! I will definitely try making these.

I remember thinking ... ... that only boys had ears. Until I tried to put my hair into ponytails at 6 and saw I had ears too! ... that my mom had her "zipper" removed when she was done having babies. (the old C section scars were huge!) ... that someday Prince Charming would ride in on a horse and we would live happily…

You're a good daughter! So what are you making for dinner? Was the stuffed peppers last night or tonight (i get messed up with the time difference, just sipping on first coffee of the day)? I'm thinking of making some chicken soup and maybe Shepard's pie (hamburg, corn and mashed potatoes).

Monkey ~ I'm sure you're going to lose this week! Do the Shreds still make you sweat? I get just a little sweaty if I do one, but then I sweat buckets if I do doubles. Its really cold here: 35 degrees outside and hubby almost let the wood stove go out! I may be doing my Shred early just to warm up!! XOXO

This looks interesting: a three way tie!!

Isha ~ Personally, I find it harder to do 30 DS if I've missed a day or two. Hubby also told me that I'm grumpier if I don't workout! I hope you jump back into the routine before missing any more days. XOXO

Personally, I didn't lose a ton of weight, but I dropped about 4 inches from hips! I'll take inches lost over pounds everytime!

I'm not familiar with it, but it sounds like much like 30 Day Shred (weights, aerobic and calisthenics) which I log as "circuit training, general"

Good Morning to you! You sound like you have a great plan and a wonderful partner to keep you motivated! I'm sure you're going to do fine :smile: Your diary looks good. Congrats on the new lifestyle! PS ~ Love the yoga kitty!

:laugh: Isn't Jedi an adjective, but we commonly use it as a Proper Noun? Aren't they Jedi Warriors or fighters or something like that? LOL (octopus = octopi is what I thought of when I read Meerkat's reply)

Your doctor should be able to give you an exercise routine along with any warnings. That would be the most important thing to do!! I would be very careful about getting aerobic, but start with just moving more. When watching tv, get up during the commercials and wash dishes, do some laundry, walk the hallway ... Google…