Between the BLs (Biggest Loser) Summer Challenge 2010 Part 1

[sherry]

Greenfield1984 : Congratulations and good wishes for a stress free pregnancy

I started doing Sparkpeople, but I have found it too time consuming, but it has helped me cut down and watch my portions.

QOTDisney, my daughters, the beach,chocolate,roller coasters,tilt a whirl, pretty much any amusement park ride, a walk in Valley Forge park,ice cream,disney movies,family pictures,seeing a baby smile, having the children I watch play nicely with each other, Phillies,playing WII, dreaming of vacations.

 

[Connie96]

Thursday's QOTD: Take three minutes, and list as many things as you can that make you happy. Have fun, I want us to laugh and smile today!

Hearing DD sing. Seeing/hearing DH laugh. Early morning sunshine. Rain that starts right at bed time. Running. Hanging out with Mom. Daddy's homemade buttermilk biscuits. Taking DD to see/do anything that she hasn't done before. Christmas. Birthdays. Sparkly blue swimming pools in the sunshine. Porch swings. Shade trees. My nieces. Getting a massage. Vacations. Matching Mickey Mouse watches DH and I got at WDW in 2002. Playing hooky to see a movie with DH. Snow days. Meeting DH for lunch on work days.

I could play this game all day!

DD and I got up a little bit early this morning and stopped by the farmer's market before work. Got some fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, yellow squash, zucchini and peaches. We even had enough time that we got to share a peach before going into the daycare. So far, a very nice morning.

Happy Thursday, everyone!

 

[my3princes]

QOTD: Staying on track. Losing Weight. Getting Compliments. Sleepy smiles. My Dh and Boys. Snuggling. Swimming. Camping. VACATIONS. WDW. Cruises. Long motorcycle rides on warm days. A relaxing drink on a hot day. No deadlines. Sleeping late. planning our next trip. Watching things through my children's eyes. Chocolate. Desserts. Diet Cherry Pepsi.

 

[Dahly]

Morning All!

QOTD - listening to DS try to tell a joke- shrek green polish on my toes- getting a massage- watching DS sleep on top of the dog- when DH comes home from work even 10 minutes early- being healthy enough to take a long walk- reading about all of the places I want to travel - relaxing in a hot bath- watching my favorite person/team win on a reality show - hearing the phone ring and finding out it is College DS calling! -water parks- life.


Have a great day. It is fun to read everyone's list!

Dahly

 

[keenercam]

ACCCKKKK!!! DSalmost17 is baking cookies. Okay, I'm saying it here and now. I will NOT eat a cookie. Not even one. I don't want it. I don't need it. And just because it is a sugar cookie (my favorite) with pretty colored M&Ms (ya gotta love the little guys!) does NOT mean I need to eat one. I am staying in the study (working from home today) where I can hopefully avoid having cravings set off by the smell of them cooking.

I feel like Maria last week with the pizza. I WILL not eat a cookie. No, make that "I will NOT eat a cookie." There.... that's better.

I'm pleased to report that I did not eat a cookie yesterday. Having told you all that I wouldn't made it so much easier to withstand the temptation. Thank you, my friends!

Well I found out why I've been so tired the past couple of days...I'm pregnant!! I'm really excited!

Oh, what happy news!! I am so hoping you will keep us posted and that you'll be around here when you can so you can tell us how your healthy lifestyle pregnancy is going.

Thursday's QOTD: Take three minutes, and list as many things as you can that make you happy. Have fun, I want us to laugh and smile today!

My DH. DD. DS. WDW. DVC. My WISH teammates. Friends. having a "normal" heart. my sweet dog, Cali. exercising. flowers. pretty finger and toenails. memories of my Disney Vow Renewal. Having a job I love. Having a WDW trip booked. cooking. shopping. new clothes in smaller sizes. reading. my Kindle. Glee. spending time with my DD, DS and DH even if we are doing nothing. having clean bathrooms and floors and dusted furniture. planning our landscaping. Babies. Children smiling. Laughter. Cinderella Castle. the beach. Mickey Mouse. Race medals.

Thank you for making me think of all those happy things!

Oh, how exciting to be a winner of the COW! Thank you so much for keeping track of that. I am really so glad I stuck with it last week.

I'm sorry I haven't had a chance to respond to everyone. I am so excited to hear about happy shopping trips full of awesome values, the wonderful ways that everyone is keeping track of their food and exercise, and all of the great support that we have been able to find in our lives.

I am feeling pretty good today, even though I had a painful night and this morning has been rough. But my orthopedic specialist/surgeon said I can start physical therapy next week and that makes me happy. I have two more weeks of no weightbearing/mostly wheelchair in this immobilizer and then I'll be fitted for a brace that allows a regulated range of motion.

Food was good yesterday because I only ate when I was hungry. So, even though I went over my daily points a bit, everything I ate was healthy and I didn't eat unconsciously.

I really, truly credit this amazing group of people for helping me stay on track. Thank you!!

 

[Rose&Mike]

So, not sure if you remember but I was the one that posted yesterday that I was bummed because I was actually up about 1/2lb. Today I weighed myself (I don't typically do that every day) and I'm down but only a tiny bit from last week, not even a full lb. But what I wanted to say was....that I just FEEL different. So, even though the scale isn't necessarily reflecting it this week, I feel like I'm thinner. Does that make sense?!?!

It makes total sense. Some weeks I won't lose anything but all of a sudden I'll fit in my clothes better, or go down a size, or notice a new muscle. It's hard to explain. I do weigh everyday--it's probably too compulsive, but I feel like it keeps me on track.

I am back from the Y and seriously considering a nap. I'm such a slacker. I have not been sleeping well (since before we went to Disney in May) and I have finally started sleeping again, and it's catching up with me. I did 6.27 miles on the elliptical. Hope everyone is having a great day.

 

[tigger813]

Sending out lots of hugs to jenanderson!

Hanging out at work watching the desk. I'm getting free Peking Ravioli for doing it!!! Just was FBing with my cousin who said I'm inspiring her to workout! She's lost 8.5pounds in a month going to the gym doing the treadmill and the other machines. That makes me feel good!

I feel very emotional today and I don't know why except that my oldest nephew graduated from high school this morning! I am sooo proud of him! He's an awesome kid who makes me laugh! I'm stressing internally about my parents arriving tomorrow. Once my boss gets back I'm getting a bikini and eyebrow wax and then heading home to clean until I have to pick DD2 up and then heading back to clean the rest of the day and night!

I'll answer the QOTD later today! I've been good all morning so I will just eat the Peking Ravioli as my lunch and then eat light for supper. I'll work out later today or tonight. I am a bit achy today which could be from the weather which is kind of blah! I've done 3 miles so I'll probably try and get in 2-3 more later. Going to take it easy (well, easy for me) today so I don't get sick!

Have a great day everyone! And most of all, THANKS FOR BEING HERE!

 

[NCRedding]

QOTD, what makes me happy: Getting to hand my DD her high school diploma (which I did yesterday); planting flowers and seeing them grow (as opposed to die as they sometimes do); children's laughter; seeing my parents kiss and still in love after 54 years of marriage; hearing ocean waves; riding in a convertible listening to music which brings back great memories; getting a real letter in the mail; taking a nice hot shower and sliding into crisp cotton sheets after having accomplished a good bit during the day; walking onto Main Street USA; hearing a steel drum band or a marching band with lots of percussion.

Whew, no food in the list! I'm back after planning for DD's graduation, and party and attending all the required and/or fun parties over the last week. Not good for my diet, but quite fun for the family.

 

[pjlla]

Pamela I can understand cooking the bacon--I cook meat for ds when he is home and Dh and I don't eat meat (me at all, dh eats when we go out) but I would draw the line at scooping the ice cream, especially if I wasn't having any. Maybe you should go out and get a really fancy ice cream scoop and wrap it up in ribbons and present it to them and tell them I got this special so you all can scoop your own ice cream. I have retired my scoop!

I LOVE this idea!! I am definitely going to use it! I'll let you know how it goes over!!

I realized today why I have felt so miserable and grumpy the past few days as well as bloated and hungry.....TOM is here at only the 23rd day... Ever since I had Mirena an IUD put in a few years ago I seem to get it more frequently even though after a year most women do not get it at all. Its really annoying and frustrating. Sorry if this is TMI but since taryn was talking about having gas I figure anything is game. Anyone else have this issue?

Well... similar problem but different cause. I become officially perimenopausal earlier this year and it has been wreaking havoc with my "timing" (so to speak). Nothing to offer but sympathy....

I was going for sarcastic there, really . I eat lettuce all the time and I have a system in place to make sure it's clean the way I like it to be clean. The point I was trying to make with that sentence is that I have irrational, dysfunctional thinking and if I concentrate on that type of thinking long enough even something natural and healthy that I eat almost everyday can warp into something that I'm "afraid" of.

Bree

Oh good... I'm glad you were being sarcastic. Sorry I didn't read it right. Considering how sarcastic I can be IRL, I'm surprised I didn't pick up on it. And let's face it, we ALL have something in our life that we can tend to be irrational about... some of us just aren't vocal about it!

UGH!
Not having a great week.....blew it for lunch today so I decided to just make a nice salad for supper. Knowing how nutricious avacados are a sliced one on the top of my salad. Went on to sparkpeople to log in my food.......one avacado has 326 calories!!!!!!! Can you believe it. I also haven't run in 2 days because my knee has been acting up (2 surgeries 2 years ago)...it's ususally fine.....I feel so frustrated.
New day tomorrow!!!!
Thank you for letting me vent!!! I feel much better now
AWH!

Yup... avocados are super yummy and very healthy... but HIGH in calories because of the fat! And it is tough to keep the extra if you only eat a portion of the avocado. I have been buying the 100 calorie packs of guacamole in the produce department. Easier to use and easier to keep on hand without it going brown and icky.

Well I found out why I've been so tired the past couple of days...I'm pregnant!! I'm really excited! A little nervous because in the past year I've had 2 miscarriages, but they were supposedly just really bad luck, so I'm trying to be optimistic I'm over the moon happy right now

Woo hoo for that! Best wishes for this pregnancy!

Hi All! I would like to sign up to be a "loser". My goal is to lose 15 pounds in the next 8 weeks! I don't actually have a scale in the house but will PM my weight by Friday! What else do I need to do? I saw the challenge that ends6/10....is there another one starting up soon??

I have read through some of this thread but haven't had time to read it all so please forgive my ignorance!

PS congrats on your pregnancy Greenfield1984!

Welcome aboard!

Oh, and Pamela thanks for posting so many recipes on the recipe thread. I updated the index.

You're welcome!

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Tuesday's QOTD: What eating/nutrition plan are you following to help you with your lifestyle and weight loss goals?

Oh, I am a Weight Watchers online person. I like how I don't have to add or figure anything. corinnak4 is my username if anyone wants to be friends on there. I have a fairly under-attended blog on there as well, but I like to read the blogs of others from time to time.

I want to see the video, but can't do it here at work. I'll check it out tonight!

Oh boy, it is so hard to keep up with this thread when life is throwing other things at you. There are congratulations for weight losses, comments to be made about people who are doing the COW, comments about the new exercising, a pregnancy to be happy for and so much more! I will have to get to all of that at a later point. I am going to give a brief update and then it is time to get back to the work I still need to finish tonight!

I have not done well. The past 2 nights I have eaten a bunch of things I should not and I have done so because of emotional eating. I am feeling very upset because I had applied for a teaching job, interviewed well and then did not get it. The worse is that I did not get it because of politics...not because of my qualifications. I know this for a fact because I know many of the people on the interview team and have been told so. I am sad because I would like to believe that I am a good and dedicated teacher but I still can't find a job. With the way things are going, I am going to have to look for a job outside of the teaching field and I don't even know where to begin. I had been so hopeful for this position and it made me feel horrible to get the news. To top it off, tomorrow is the last day of school and I have been so busy with things for my classroom. Friday I have to finish packing up my classroom and leave this job. So, the emotional days will continue for a bit. I would like to be stronger and not give in when things like this happen but realistically, I am not.

I will do my best not to let the whole week destroy all my hard work but no promises at this point. I know that I am not giving up but I also know that this week might just be a complete disaster as I deal with the emotions.

Thanks for letting me vent about it all.
Jen

No words of advise except hang in there! I'm sure you are trying HARD not to do any emotional eating. Remember that we are here to chat if you need it!

So, not sure if you remember but I was the one that posted yesterday that I was bummed because I was actually up about 1/2lb. Today I weighed myself (I don't typically do that every day) and I'm down but only a tiny bit from last week, not even a full lb. But what I wanted to say was....that I just FEEL different. So, even though the scale isn't necessarily reflecting it this week, I feel like I'm thinner. Does that make sense?!?!

I totally get it. Some weeks I am really "feeling" the weight loss, but the scale is a disappointment. Other weeks I feel bloated but discover I am down 2 pounds. There doesn't always seem to be any rhyme or reason to it for me personally.

Just want to say HI! to everyone. Busy, busy week for me, so I haven't been on much. I tried something new with my Flex points this week... hope it helps shakes things up on the scale. Rather than use all or most of them on a splurge meal(s) over the weekend, I have been using just a few a day, almost every day. I figure as I head into maintenance zone, I need to learn how to spread my calories/points out more evenly. I'm curious how it will effect the scale tomorrow. I won't be using all of the points, but it was still a change from my "norm". Plus TOM it out the door. I am having a "thin" day today (I feel really slim and a few folks have asked if I have been losing more)... hopefully this will be reflected in tomorrow's number!

I'm trying a new boot camp class tonight... hope it doesn't kill me!! TTYL....................P

 

[brinalyn530]

Well I found out why I've been so tired the past couple of days...I'm pregnant!! I'm really excited! A little nervous because in the past year I've had 2 miscarriages, but they were supposedly just really bad luck, so I'm trying to be optimistic I'm over the moon happy right now

So anways, you'll have to take me off of the losers team! I'm still going to check in here because you guys keep me motivated to eat well and exercise, but obviously I'm not going to be losing any weight, I'll be focusing on gaining at a NORMAL/HEALTHY rate

Wow, that's a good reason to be tired ! Congratulations and best of luck!

jenanderson - Keep your head up. I know how difficult it is to be between jobs and not knowing what's going to happen, but have faith that everything will work out the way it's supposed to in the end. And take it easy on yourself in the mean time, once school is over maybe you can find something you enjoy to keep your stress down instead of eating (I have to work on this one too, so if you find anything, please let me know ). to you.

Congratulations to our COW winners!

corinnak - How cool to see yourself in the recap! And you look great – I don’t think I could have that big of a smile on while running!

Thursday's QOTD: Take three minutes, and list as many things as you can that make you happy. Have fun, I want us to laugh and smile today!

DS’s happy face, relaxing by the pool, swimming, getting off work and it’s still light outside!, making summer plans, fresh fruit and veggies at the farmer’s market, being out in the sunshine, just spending time with DS when we’re not rushing to this or that, having no weekday commitments for the next two months!, having more time to myself, being more organized, a clean house (although I can’t wait until my car is paid off so I can hire someone else to clean it for me!), playing Wii or board games with DS, family movie night, my mom’s dog - Bella, sleeping late on Sundays, DIS boards and my new BL friends , mani/pedis and facials, the feeling after a great workout, getting to bed on time and waking up on time, the way my mouth feels after I get my teeth cleaned (I think I’ve already established that I’m a weirdo, so I don’t feel funny about adding that to my happy list ), the feeling of accomplishment when you’re all caught up on your chores/projects/work, etc., chubby babies, Christmas morning, and B2B cruises on the Dream for my birthday next year !

I really like this QOTD – I don’t do stuff like this enough. Thanks so much Taryn for being our coach for this week – and especially for today’s QOTD!

I finally did my new exercise for the COW last night. DS and I played Punchout and Just Dance on the Wii. We had a lot of fun, and boy, are my arms sore this morning. I guess pretending to punch a video game character works different muscles than 30 Day Shred, I didn’t even know I had the muscles that are hurting today!

Well, off to get some work done, I’ll try to check in again later. Happy Thursday everyone!

Bree

 

[brinalyn530]

Oh good... I'm glad you were being sarcastic. Sorry I didn't read it right. Considering how sarcastic I can be IRL, I'm surprised I didn't pick up on it. And let's face it, we ALL have something in our life that we can tend to be irrational about... some of us just aren't vocal about it!

That's OK, sarcasm doesn't always translate well on the boards . I have a very expressive face, so I get away with a lot more in person than online - sometimes I forget.

I find it's best to be upfront about my dysfunctions, that way people can decide they don't like me before they get too involved .

Have a great afternoon!

Bree

 

[pinkle]

QOTD.....what makes me happy..............Sun, Sun, Sun! When my children (15 and 17...not really children!) thank me for the everyday things, like, "thanks for making me french toast", when the house is clean, when i wake up and realize that it's my day off , when the grass is cut and the pool is sparkling, watermelon, Disneyworld (it is the Happiest place on earth) losing weight my family! I could keep going.....there is sooo much that makes me happy! Life is good!

 

[MushyMushy]

QOTD:

In no particular order

Disney, my kids, my husband when he's being sweet, my dogs, Facebooking, taking naps, warm weather, sunshine, cool rain after a hot spell, sushi, bubble tea, discovering a great new author, reading, listening to my husband sing, listening to my husband sing with our friend, hugs from my daughter, being picked on by my son, animals, a tall cold glass of water sweet tea or pepsi, laughing until I cry with my friends, new gadgets.

 

[crzy4pooh]

This week has been a bit crazy, but I think things are winding down - yay! Food has been okay, but not great. Thanks to several of your suggestions yesterday, I tried SparkPeople - very cool to see all the numbers and charts. I still need to put in today's food, but I think I'm on target calorie-wise.


QOTD:

My hubby, my boys, Disney, Main Street Electrical Parade, teaching at VBS this week, my dog (Tigger), swimming, watching the boys play together, going to the park, reading, playing Wii, playing board games with the boys, playdates, shopping, my upcoming cruise (a week and a half away...), singing, dancing, chatting with WISHers, Facebook, watching Noggin shows, listening to my little ones giggle, Farmville


Thanks for that QOTD! It definitely made me smile to think about those things! Hope y'all have a great day!


--Lynnda

 

[sherry]

My new COW challenge. I did "The Biggest Loser" for the WII. I started as a beginner as my normal exercise is walking, I'm not very coordinated on the balance board, but I am trying.

 

[maiziezoe]

Well I found out why I've been so tired the past couple of days...I'm pregnant!! I'm really excited! A little nervous because in the past year I've had 2 miscarriages, but they were supposedly just really bad luck, so I'm trying to be optimistic I'm over the moon happy right now

So anways, you'll have to take me off of the losers team! I'm still going to check in here because you guys keep me motivated to eat well and exercise, but obviously I'm not going to be losing any weight, I'll be focusing on gaining at a NORMAL/HEALTHY rate

Congrats! Wonderful news! We had someone in our last challenge leave because she was preggers too.

That's OK, sarcasm doesn't always translate well on the boards . I have a very expressive face, so I get away with a lot more in person than online - sometimes I forget.

I find it's best to be upfront about my dysfunctions, that way people can decide they don't like me before they get too involved .

Have a great afternoon!

Bree

I'm sardonic... that really doesn't translate well on the computer.

 

[Greenfield1984]

Thank you to everyone for the congrats and well wishes. I've had a giant smile on my face since last night.

jennanderson - I'm sorry you're going through such a rough/stressful time. I have no advice, but I do have And be sure to cut yourself some slack. You have enough going on right now without stressing out over every single thing you eat/do.

QOTD:

Well right now EVERYTHING makes me happy! But in general: watching DD sleep, jogging with DD and dog, watching movies in bed with DH, camping, hiking the dog park with DD sleeping on my back, visiting family, bbqs with friends, rain (especially when I'm sleeping), watching DD at WDW, getting recognition at work, making smores, warm but overcast days (I'm so not a sun person), big family trips to Myrtle Beach, which I'm really looking forward to next year as there will be a new addition to the trip


Well, I'm already feeling bloated from pregnancy! It's crazy! You may think it's in my head, but trust me, my jeans tell me I'm bloated. I was proud of myself today. I really wanted to buy a poutine for lunch today as a celebration, but told myself that that was really dumb, and now is the time to really eat well. Baby doesn't need fries, cheese and gravy (no matter how good it tastes). Plus Im going camping this weekend so I know I won't be eating perfectly (though it will be decently healthy).

Called my doc this AM as well as the 3 midwifery centers in Ottawa (they have LONG waiting lists), and got an appointment with my doc for this afternoon and an appointment with a midwife for mid-July (no waiting list for me, woohoo!). So I think I had a pretty successful morning. Not looking forward to them taking ALL MY BLOOD again for all the standard tests , but I'll suck it up and deal

I hope you're all having a better day than yesterday as everyone seemed very blah yesterday. Have a super weekend!

 

[Greenfield1984]

I'm sardonic... that really don't translate well on the computer.

you just taught me a new word! Thanks

 

[brinalyn530]

you just taught me a new word! Thanks

Me too! I had to go right to Google after I read maiziezoe's post. You really do learn something new everyday.

Bree

 

[maiziezoe]

Helloooooooo Losers!

Jen A ~ you are on my mind and in my thoughts. BIG HUGE HUGS to you.

Just got back from my daily 5k. Love it.

I had a doctors appointment yesterday... my blood pressure is back up (200/105). One would think, after losing almost 50 pounds, that my blood pressure would be down. So, now I have to go back on my meds. Disappointed... but it's better than the alternative. I need to have surgery but they won't even consider doing it until my blood pressure is normal. AND... I can't go to the city tomorrow for the big Blackhawks parade because I have to go in for blood tests. That makes me really mad... which brings up my blood pressure... derrr. Don't the doctors know... Blackhawks first, health second? (I AM ONLY KIDDING.... sorta)..

Thursday's QOTD: Take three minutes, and list as many things as you can that make you happy. Have fun, I want us to laugh and smile today!

Oh, this will be fun considering I am in a snarky mood...

THE BLACKHAWKS WINNING THE STANLEY CUP... texting... flip flops... running... my iPod... my daughter McKenzie ---- even tho she is a teenager, she still hugs me every day, listens to what I say and she tells me she loves me... my son Logan ---- even tho he sticks my phone in the microwave and shows the neighbors my bras... his adorable smile and his big ears make me happy.... my daughter Piper ---- there are not even enough words to describe why she makes me happy... my W.I.S.H friends... the new puppy I am going to get tonight or tomorrow --- who will be named STANLEY after the Blackhawks.... Dustin Byfuglien --- who I will marry some day.... Disney... Target... the sun... running (I said that already but it really makes me happy)... playing poker with my friends... Dustin Byfuglien (said him already too, but he is hot).... watching my little kids learn... central air... money in the bank... running... lemonade... pens that aren't too inky... Pearl Jam... going pee without the kids talking to me through the door... an uninterrupted shower... taking off my bra at the end of the day...

Time is up.