Becoming Lean, Mean, Endurace Event Machines in 2008

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Lean Meaners!

Super quick check-in so you know I'm still breathing -- the flu has taken my household hostage, and does not seem willing to negotiate yet...I'm hoping to avoid a full surrender, but one does what needs must. (Yep, I have been reading too many books set in the Regency lately -- note to self, at least move up to the 20th century...)

Everyone plan a lean, mean, good eating, great moving week!
Maria

 

[Creativebeth]

Debra: I watched my sister's copy of 28 Days Later. It was pretty good!

Beth

 

[Big Vic]

Good morning Lean Meaners!

Just a quick drive through.

It looks as though everyone is staying on track. WTG!!!

Maria - I hope you get to feeling better. A good portion of my dispatchers are out sick. The flu bug this year seems to be worse than in the past.

 

[Creativebeth]

Good afternoon, Mean Leaners.....Hope everyone is up and functioning for this President's Day.

Tough day for me.....I am hungry and out of sorts......I again indulged myself with pretzels.....will they ever be gone?

I am such an emotional eater, and I try really hard not to be. Doesn't work out though. Seems to me that I get worse instead of better, the older I get. Right now, I am still ok if I step away from the kitchen. I have eaten more than I should, but if I contain it now, it will be ok. I don't like when I get out of control......and my emotions do that easily.

I did exercise alot yesterday (the whole weekend, really). I didn't really eat enough yesterday, also. All of that has lead me to eat to much today. I am hoping that stopping my here will help my mental outlook!

I hope everyone else is having a good day!

Beth

 

[postesf]

Beth...Great job getting your workouts in!!!

Debra--so glad you had a good time a the movies!

Just a quick post to let you know I got my run/walk in yesterday and did 3 miles in 35.46 which is a personal best for me! yay! I was sooo excited.

Tomorrow is weigh in for Biggest Loser. Let's hope I'm down a bit from last week. I have increased the calories a bit over the weekend...I just hope it is not too much!

Whew...Must work, but I need a nap! I don't think my boss would like me taking a sleepy break! lol!

Have a great day!

Stacie

 

[jeanneg]

Stacie: WTG on your PR!

Beth: Don't be too hard on yourself about the pretzels.....just consider it a birthday treat and move on.

Maria: feel better soon! Around here, first all the little kiddies got sick and all the grandmas had to babysit while they were home from school. This week all the grandmas are sick! I don't have school age kids and I am not yet a grandma, so I am being very careful.

 

[deekaypee]

Maria: I hope you take extra-special care of yourself. You've had a rotten week, with the school incident and now this!

I'm hoping to avoid a full surrender, but one does what needs must.

You just gave me my literary fix for the week!

Beth: Love that movie! And the sequel, although not as much. If it's a zombie flick, I'll see it. (Which is why I need Maria for my literary fix.) And for today's eating. I, too, am an emotional eater, my problem being that almost any emotion can trigger me. But I'm choosing to focus on what you did right this weekend! You exercised a lot, you really celebrated your b-day in a restrained way. You're reflecting on what's going on that has you wanting to indulge (and FWIW, pretzels are on the healthy end of indulgence for me).

Plus, you're posting here and trying to step away from the kitchen. You can do it, and no harm will come to you, I promise. That's right Beth, put the spatula down, and slowly step away from the kitchen. Don't make me have to call in reinforcements! ::cop:

Vic: ITA--this flu bug seems to be everywhere & has hit folks especially hard. It must make your job (not sure what it is?) particularly difficult.

Stacie: WTG on the PB!!!! Things are looking good for your Minnie, I think. And good luck with BL.

As for me: I was sore after yesterday's yoga, but not in pain. And I managed to complete the next day of C25K, which I'm tailoring as it's time to begin training for the Cleveland 1/2 in May. I'd like to run as much of the 1/2 as possible, but am trying to be realistic.

And I'm mildly disappointed. Today I weighed in and the scale stayed the same. I know that such things happen, and that no movement is better than a gain, but still... I've been eating carefully (and healthily, for the most part), been exercising regularly (even though I've lightened intensity and varied activities because of my knee), and been keeping track of both diet and exercise. And I feel good about the choices I've made. So I don't know if I'm more disappointed that I didn't lose weight this week or that not doing so means so much to me.

 

[Big Vic]

Vic: ITA--this flu bug seems to be everywhere & has hit folks especially hard. It must make your job (not sure what it is?) particularly difficult.

I supervise 30 911 call takers and dispatchers for the Sheriff's Office in our county. I call them my herd.

Had two call out for the afternoon shift. You wanna come answer 911 calls? Lots-o-fun!

 

[JustSmile]

Hi all,

Stacie, Beth, Jeanne.....Thanks for the input about support choices. I love the look of cute little sports tanks, but I need more. I've got the white utilitarian covered by a cute black tank. The double duty seems to work. I'm going to check into the Movin' Comfort and Gracie's Gear.

*Beth...It sounds like you had a great birthday.
*Debra...don't let yourself get down...you're staying right on plan, those pounds will start coming off. Wow, I love the movies. How awesome that you get to go for a series of them. I'm so frugal..I'd give the popcorn to someone else
*Vic...that sounds like a really cool job.
*Maria....take care of your family
I'm sure I missed something....sorry I'm just posting by memory today. My boys, ages 14, 9, 7, and 2(we call him "the bonus") are all doing quiet things right now so I thought I'd take a couple of minutes to check in here. My scale has not budged again. I'm going back to writing down every single bite I take. I must be squeezing in extra points somewhere. It is so cold here....I ran my 3.5 miles on the TM today. I can't wait to get back outside. I'm so jealous of everyone who's getting out. Be strong all and have a great week.

 

[Creativebeth]

Tracey: 4 of them...... I can't imagine! I have a hard time with 2 boys. But, they can be alot of fun! Don't worry.....Spring will be here soon and then we can all go out and play!

Debra: Zoombie movies ROCK! Of course, my boys and dh are all wimps and won't go see them with me. That's why I watch them by myself.....no one else will watch them with me!

I am glad the day is over. To many pretzels.....just walk away!!! I ended up not eating dinner.....wasn't even hungry since I ate so many pretzels.....sigh....

I will be fine tomorrow, and back on schedule. It was only a minor bump in the road.

I did get in 90 minutes of exercise for my team tonight! Yippee.

Beth

 

[princessrunner]

Beth: Pretzels are a better choice than chocolates, or cupcakes, or doughnuts. Good for you keeping track of your food intake. I know it helps me a lot.

Tracey/Beth: 4 boys, 2 boys, heck I have 1 and have a hard time keeping up. He is an abundance of energy from 5 a.m. until we force him to lay down at night. I am not sure where he got that...

No zombie movies here. I can hardly stay awake for a movie at all.

I hope all the lean meaners stayed on track and that your scales moved in a positive direction that is not + positive but - positive (or is that a double negative ).

 

[postesf]

Hey y'all!

So today was weigh in day...Not good. up .6 lbs!!! ugh! I have been playing with the same lb for 5 WEEKS!!! I am supposed to be down 4lbs today! Not the same!! I must say...I am so frustrated! I worked my butt of last week... see:

Monday: 20 min step, 8.5 miles on bike in 40 min. 20 min walk at lunch
Tuesday: 30 min aquacise
Wednesday: 3 miles walk/run, 45 min
Thursday: 35 min Step, 2 miles on bike in 8 min, 10 min strength training
Friday: Bagged the run for a REST day
Saturday: 4 miles, 1 hr, 10 min
Sunday: 3 mile run/walk (35.:46), 1 mile walk, 1 hr

This is most amount of activity I have ever done in one week. Ok--subjectively and honestly...Does this look like a good amount of activity to you???

I have decided to check out spark people or go back to weight watchers--counting my points -- to get my food in check. I'm still not sure if I'm eating too much or not enough. I'm going to try to not get toally torn out of frame...yet... It's just frustrating knowing I should be down 4-5 lbs and closer to meeting my goal of losing 15-20 lbs before Minnie. So far, I've made no progress at all...

I'm ok right now...really...I am.

Hope everyone else is faring better...

Stacie

 

[Creativebeth]

Stacie: Hold tight....sometimes I feel when I change this up drastically with better eating and exercise, my body goes into some kind of shock. It might take a little for your body to give you a break and give up some weight. It will happen, but not in your time frame. I know the frustration.......the scale is evil! Keep up what you are doing, keep a journal of food intake, and make sure you are drinking your water.

My life is in such turmoil right now. My dh is still looking for a new job, and there is not enough money to go around. It's frustrating.....hard to keep my head up. But, I will keep on going......trying to keep my head up. My next challenge is finishing the cookies and breads I have to make as a thank you for ds's basketball coach. Tonight is their last game! The cookies will kill me, though....they smell great! Why do I do this to myself???

Beth

 

[Texa]

So why is my daughters strep throat causing me to eat chicken nuggets? Can anyone explain the connection!

 

[Cindylou]

Hi Everyone,

I hope everyone is doing well. For those who are having a tough time just hang in there. You just need to keep trying and the results will come.

Stacie: Definitely look in to how much you are eating. You really are doing a lot of exercise. Maybe it is a fueling issue.

Beth: Good wishes to you. I hope the turmoil at home works out soon. Don't let it be an excuse not to take care of yourself.

Debra: Sorry the scale didn't cooperate this week. Just have patience. It sounds like you are doing the right things.

Maria: Hope you and your family are feeling better soon. I hope you've recovered from your scare with your missing son. I'm not sure you ever get over something like that.

I am still battling illness (4 weeks and counting!!) Now it's an ear infection. The doctor said I can exercise, so I've been trying to do a bit, but I feel so out of shape. It's frustrating that just 1 month ago I could run 26.2 miles and now I have a hard time finishing 2. I'm trying to be patient, but since I've signed up to do Minnie I feel like I better get back to training soon.

Have a great day everyone.

Cindy

 

[JustSmile]

Hi everybody!!!

Stacie...I too know the frustration of the scale. I've been playing with the same pound for 6 weeks now. But, I also know, that once this plateau breaks that the weight will start coming off again. I had a pity party for myself when the scale didn't move on Sunday. So what did I do? I ate one of those large pretzels that you put in the oven. It was yummy, but wayyyyyy too many WW points . I really do like WW. It helps me keep track of what I'm eating. My husband joined in September with a group at work and when his membership ended, we just make our own forms and weigh in with each other. It really is a good plan and holds you accountable. Plus, I can eat anything.....even a giant pretzel . It sounds like you're getting alot of exercise in.
Beth.....Yum, cookies. I think we're probably pretty similar...I'm always making treats for others and then it's tempting for me. Sometimes just putting a stick of gum in my mouth helps.
Lisa...I never saw myself with boys, I was such a girlie-girl. It's funny how things work out. Now, I can't imagine it any other way.
Texa....STRESS At least chicken nuggets are a protein. Well kinda Take it easy on yourself. Hope your little punkin is feeling better soon.
Cindy....Feel better soon.
It's naptime for the little one so off to the treadmill I go. Have a great day all and stay strong!

 

[Creativebeth]

Texa: Chicken nuggets, huh? No idea, but I guess it could be worse! My kids love them, I don't......I guess it's the sign of the times!

CindyLou: Welcome back! Glad to see things are ok, except for the pesky pound. I hate that! Once you get past it, it will be smooth sailing!

The cookies are done! Bagged up and ready to go! Thank goodness, I didn't indulge!

Beth

 

[Texa]

Texa: Chicken nuggets, huh? No idea, but I guess it could be worse! My kids love them, I don't......I guess it's the sign of the times!

CindyLou: Welcome back! Glad to see things are ok, except for the pesky pound. I hate that! Once you get past it, it will be smooth sailing!

The cookies are done! Bagged up and ready to go! Thank goodness, I didn't indulge!

Beth

They weren't even that good! They were just...there....I guess. I need to be better and having my own food prepared and ready.

I'm impressed that you didn't even taste one! Way to go!

 

[deekaypee]

Vic: Your herd! Actually, it sounds like challenging and rewarding work, if not fun. Thanks for doing that kind of essential public service.

Tracey: I've found that I have to journal everything except veggies, which I'll eat at will, calories (or points) be hanged. I tend to forget little things, otherwise, little things that add up. Accountability is so important, isn't it, to ourselves more than to anyone else.

Beth: Glad to know another zombie-movie lover. Too few of us, IMO. I don't know why I love 'em, as I've a generally weak stomach and am a vegetarian (not the omnivores are cannibals), but I do, I do! You got in 90 minutes of exercise yesterday! You need a , though, because there's so much stress going on in your household. Just keep being good to yourself, okay? WTG with the willpower and cookies!

Lisa: Well, with one very active DS it's no wonder you need to choose sleep over a movie! Thanks for your positive (or is it double negative) encouragement!

Stacie: I have to go with what Beth says. It's hard to say without getting a sense of your diet and the rest of your day, but I think your body might just be adjusting. Hang tough--I'm sure it will happen.

Texa: Ummmm, because your daughter's strep throat makes it hard for her to eat them? Sympathy stress, I'd guess.

Cindy: That's right. It's the scale that didn't cooperate, not my body!
More important, I hope you're on recovering. It sounds frustrating and exhausting to have so many illnesses.

As for me: I'm doing all right. Tonight's movie night #2 of 3, the Oscar-nominated live shorts. It's going to be a long program. We're allowed to bring in our own goodies to this theater so I'm thinking of bringing in a healthy treat so that the popcorn doesn't tempt me. Not sure what, though.

 

[Creativebeth]

Debra: I can never pass up a good horror movie. I love all of them.....even if they involve chainsaws! I vote you take almonds to the movies.....that is my treat of choice, so I still have the crunch!

Beth