11/24/07 We are Better Than Leftovers!!! Nana Head reunion Part 3

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Kathy: Glad to hear the doggie is okay. Now get some rest ! We don't need a sick mama Nana on this cruise.

Bob - Wow. That's impressive! After working out 4-5 times a week for the past six months, I have done very little in getting rid of the gut. Time to step up the cardio. I'm committed to an hour a day now which I absolutely hate - boring! I actually currently belong to 3 different gyms - you'd think I'd be in better shape!

Gotta cut down on the beer! (They don't call it a beer gut for nothin'!!! )

Jeff, see my post earlier about breaking up the workouts. The only way I can tolerate going for a long run is to do something like 7 minutes run with 1 minute walk. Somehow it's easier for me to think of eight 8-minute intervals instead of 64 minutes. Plus, I end up going a bit faster because I know I get a break.

I have a lifetime membership to Bally's and I haven't been there for about 4 years! But the rate is so cheap, that I hate to cancel in case I ever decide to get disciplined!!! I finally have my exercise ball inflated (after 2 months!); maybe I'll use it at my desk like Dwight Shrute. . .

 

[jd99]

And as Emily calls it...Our Ship!

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and there I am at the top of the page again. Have a great day everyone!

I got to pretend I was you at the top of the last page!

 

[TiggerKing]

Now if it wasn't so d**n expensive to eat healthy.

Tell me about it! Our grocery bill went up about 20%!

Thanks for all the congratulations everyone. Still a ways to go, but I am getting there. Lisa only has about 10 more pounds to lose, but I have a great deal more. The exercise has come from refereeing football, so when the season ends in a couple of weeks, I will start getting back on my bike and work up my endurance on it.

 

[jd99]

Gotta cut down on the beer! (They don't call it a beer gut for nothin'!!! )

Jeff, see my post earlier about breaking up the workouts. The only way I can tolerate going for a long run is to do something like 7 minutes run with 1 minute walk. Somehow it's easier for me to think of eight 8-minute intervals instead of 64 minutes. Plus, I end up going a bit faster because I know I get a break.

I have a lifetime membership to Bally's and I haven't been there for about 4 years! But the rate is so cheap, that I hate to cancel in case I ever decide to get disciplined!!! I finally have my exercise ball inflated (after 2 months!); maybe I'll use it at my desk like Dwight Shrute. . .

If only I drank beer, I'd have an excuse! I think mine is more of a cookie gut.

I do intervals all the time. Hate them too. I just pretty much hate cardio.

I belong to one gym because it's our local YMCA - where Elizabeth swims in the summer and really the gym we go to on a pretty regular basis. Another gym is where I work out with a personal trainer. The third we just joined last night. It's our old gym but is where Elizabeth is swimming in the fall/winter season and since I go there at least 3 times a week while she practices, it seemed silly to just sit around and not take the time to work out. Oh maybe by my 50th birthday I"ll be back in shape!

 

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Tell me about it! Our grocery bill went up about 20%!

That money could be put to good use, like a cruise! I've declared (more than once) that we're just going to stop eating!!!! It's way too expensive!

 

[favoriteslave]

Good Morning All:

Kathy, I am so sorry about Minnie getting away. Max got out a week after we got him, we were lucky, like you, we found him shortly. It scares the crap out of you.

BOB - OMG. That is so great. You are an inspiration to us all. Lisa too. We are all keeping our fingers crossed that that mean ole boss will let you off.

Cheri, started running again this week. If the boys would leave me alone it would be SO much more peaceful. Only problem is the shins hurt while I run. Any recommendations as to what to do?

 

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If only I drank beer, I'd have an excuse! I think mine is more of a cookie gut.

I do intervals all the time. Hate them too. I just pretty much hate cardio.

Sorry can't help you, then! Better check with my trainee, Mutt. . . Maybe he can chase you around the block. . .

 

[mruhaak]

Great job Bob! I know how hard it is! I've lost around 35 pounds this past year. But you've lost yours FAST!!! Wow. I lose it really slow. One step forward two steps back sometimes

Kathy- I'm so glad everything turned out ok. I know how scary that can be!

Jeff, those are great photos! You're right it's a good day for photos. It's really dreary here today! I'm going to post some of Castaway Cay.

 

[jd99]

Cheri - Mutt chasing me around the block may work...but I'd probably just find a place to hide. I already know the secret to my problem and it's to just do it already. No more of this 2x week for cardio for 30 minutes..just need to do more. I know it. I admit it. Just gotta wrap my brain around it.

Melanie - great photos of CC!

 

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Cheri, started running again this week. If the boys would leave me alone it would be SO much more peaceful. Only problem is the shins hurt while I run. Any recommendations as to what to do?

I used to get shin splints A LOT! Here's what I'd suggest:

1. Fill a bunch of Dixie cups with water and freeze. After a run, peel the top part of the cup away and rub the ice on your shins. I TRY to do this even when my shins aren't bothering me. Also works well on knees, ankles, etc., etc.

2. Don't increase mileage too much, too quickly. (About 10% / week)

3. Are you running on sidewalks, roads, grass, or treadmill? If possible, avoid sidewalks. If you run on streets, try to vary which side you run on. Sometimes just switching from one terrain to another causes the legs to hurt.

4. Try to stretch your shins and calves after a run.

5. Finally, check your shoes to make sure they aren't worn out and offer the right support.

Sorry for the super-long answer!!!!! (You were probably just looking for a short-simple answer!) I must go ice my shins!!!!

Oh -- and all this advice is coming from someone who has had a nagging hamstring injury for about 2 1/2 months and hasn't really done much to fix it. . .

 

[mruhaak]

You know a lot of times I'm more than willing to exercise, it's finding the time to do it! I was supposed to get up early and do it this morning. So far I've exercised every other day this week. BUT Jackson was up several times during the night and I was just too tired. Usually my backup plan is to walk at lunch, but...of course, it's raining...

So now my only hope to get on my elliptical tonight after 9 p.m.

I quit my gym memberships (yes I had 2 too, one in Omaha one in Council Bluffs) when we bought the elliptical and the weight system. Because it had just gotten too difficult to get there. And this has really worked out well for me so far, because it's right there in the house so I don't have to waste any time trying to get anywhere to do it.

I might have to go back to a gym eventually because I might need to mix it up a bit. I really believe that cardio is important, at least it is for me. Cheri's right about the intervals too!

 

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Cheri:

Will try the ice. I run on a treadmill. I can't keep up a good pace if I run outside. I need to put the inserts into my shoes. I have had them for about 6 months but only use them to run in (which is few and far between). They are still in really good shape. I will work on the ice tonight and then see where it gets me. Thanks for the advice.

 

[mruhaak]

I used to get shin splints A LOT! Here's what I'd suggest:

1. Fill a bunch of Dixie cups with water and freeze. After a run, peel the top part of the cup away and rub the ice on your shins. I TRY to do this even when my shins aren't bothering me. Also works well on knees, ankles, etc., etc.

2. Don't increase mileage too much, too quickly. (About 10% / week)

3. Are you running on sidewalks, roads, grass, or treadmill? If possible, avoid sidewalks. If you run on streets, try to vary which side you run on. Sometimes just switching from one terrain to another causes the legs to hurt.

4. Try to stretch your shins and calves after a run.

5. Finally, check your shoes to make sure they aren't worn out and offer the right support.

Sorry for the super-long answer!!!!! (You were probably just looking for a short-simple answer!) I must go ice my shins!!!!

Oh -- and all this advice is coming from someone who has had a nagging hamstring injury for about 2 1/2 months and hasn't really done much to fix it. . .

Does eating bananas help with that? I know it helps with cramping.

 

[mruhaak]

Chris just sent me these funny photos he took of Alex when he was out in the studio with him this week. Thought I'd share them because they made me laugh!

 

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Chris just sent me these funny photos he took of Alex when he was out in the studio with him this week. Thought I'd share them because they made me laugh!

Those pictures are soooooooooo cute!

 

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Cheri:

Will try the ice. I run on a treadmill. I can't keep up a good pace if I run outside. I need to put the inserts into my shoes. I have had them for about 6 months but only use them to run in (which is few and far between). They are still in really good shape. I will work on the ice tonight and then see where it gets me. Thanks for the advice.

Here's something really weird that I've noticed -- I have certain shoes that make my shins hurt when I run on the treadmill. I can wear them outside with no problems, but it's murder if I try them on a treadmill. Haven't figured that out. . .

Good luck!!!

 

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HELLOOOOOOOOOOOO

Paris -- Are you already on your way to Rwanda??

Nicole -- Morning sickness??

Britney -- Have you finally been pushed over the edge?? I heard about that Princess Di obsession you have. . . Good luck trying to buy her wedding gown.

Just sayin' "hi"

 

[traveljen1027]

Kathy...glad to hear it all worked out....Dogs....Mutts...they just scare the crep outta ya, dont they?

Wow - what a night you had, Kathy. Glad to hear everyone is safe and sound at home!

 

[traveljen1027]

I have lost 56 pounds over the last 16 weeks through Weight Watchers and DW has lost 25. Now, without doing the program, here is what I learned:

* Drink lots of water (at least 64 ounces a day)
* Write down EVERYTHING you eat, and find out the calorie, fat and carb content of each item. This includes those little nibbles here and there. I know one person who was constantly grabbing little bites here and there that took all of their calories. To maintain your current weight, the average person requires 12 calories per pound. Multiply your weight by 12, and you will know that your caloric intake needs to be below that level. I think for women though, it should not drop below 1200 calories a day.
* Get rid of the processed foods. Use fresh as much as possible.
* Go for the leanest cuts of meat. They may be a little more expensive, but the offset is worth it. Also, remember that beef is almost twice as many calories per ounce as chicken, and chicken is almost twice as much as some fish and shrimp.
* Go with whole grain breads, pastas and flours. Stay away from foods that have "enriched bleached flour" in them. Use brown rice or wild rice instead of white rice.

I do WW too! I'm doing the "at Work" version where they come to our office and we have our meetings here - love it. I especially like that some of my coworkers are doing it with me so we can keep each other motivated. Have you looked at Dottie's Weight Loss zone? Great website (www.dwlz.com)...we should share tips!