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

[corinnak]

Hi Losers! I spent the holiday weekend dredging through my piles of paper clutter. Oh, the shame. I also ran a 5K on Monday and did fine, but not better than my previous time on that course this past March. It's my second best time ever, though, so I am not complaining one bit. I have to say, I'd rather run at a half marathon pace for 2+ hours than a 5K pace for around half an hour. Which is good, because next weekend is the Minneapolis Half Marathon! I hope the weather will not be too warm.

Unfortunately, I think my focus on reclaiming my house has distracted me a bit from my focus on maintaining my weight - I am still in "range" but it's getting close and I'm starting to get concerned. This end of school year business is not that easy either, I must say. Crazy schedule, lots of parties. And we had my kids birthday and half birthday parties the past couple of weekends as well. Fun, but also challenging. I think that is the theme of this whole entire summer for me, so I'd better get a grip or I'll be back on the Losers Team and paying for (or skipping) WW meetings...


A very few quick, quick shout-outs, as I need to get the show on the road before scouts tonight!

Linda - My deepest condolences on your recent losses - how painful to have so much grief at one time. I hope you find comfort in your friends and family at this difficult time.

Cam - It sure sounds like you're having more than your share of challenges currently. I know it's a matter of time before you overcome every last one of them, but for now, Hope you feel better soon and I'm so glad you're here for this challenge!

Connie - I don't have the same time constraints as you, but I read you loud and clear on the concerns about running in the dark and even moreso on the challenges and pain of running in the heat of the day. I don't have a schedule fix for you, but I do have a few tips/suggestion about running in the heat (you may know all of these but better to share redundant info than not to share much needed info, I figure):

1. I always carry water when I'm running in the heat - one time I thought I'd be able to use a drinking fountain and in fact, it was turned off that day. Ugh. Unpleasant and dangerous to be out there without hydration in the heat. Either a belt pack or a bottle with a strap for your hand can work.

2. Electrolytes - depending on how long you are out there and how much you sweat, this CAN become a potentially deadly issue - Hyponaetremia has gotten a lot of press lately - and is basically having too much water, not enough electrolytes. Drink to thirst only and if you are out there for more than an hour, consider adding some electrolytes as well.

3. Realize that the heat does slow you down considerably. Don't even worry about your pace when it is hot out - your body is putting in lots of energy cooling you down and can't devote it to speed. If you need to, cut back your miles/ take more walk breaks when it's hot/sunny.

4. Sunblock: I burn really easily. My favorite sunblocks for running are the Coppertone Sport (blue spray bottle) in SPF 30 or 50. The 90 is gross. For my face, I like Hawaiian Tropic SPF 50 Ozone Ultimate .5 oz stick (I usually find it at wal-mart - unfortunately, Target here does not carry it. Bah.)

Charity and all the recent joiners: Welcome! It's great you're here and I hope you find the information and support here that I've found. It's helped so much to have company for the journey. It's great to have you here!


And now for some QOTD!!
5/30 Sunday QOTD: If you were at Disneyland or WDW right now what would you be doing?

That depends - is it raining there like it is here? We would probably be getting some dinner right about now. Could be at Boma...

5/31 Monday QOTD: What is your best tip to avoid temptation?

My mantra has often been "It's easier if I just don't start!" I need to remember that..... Once I get started, it is hard to stop, but if I tell myself "no" right away and move on to the next thing, I have a much easier time than if I have just a small portion that makes me want to keep on eating more.

Also "Out of sight, out of mind." If I put something in the downstairs freezer, I am much less likely to go and nibble on it.

Another one: if I find myself feeling "snacky" it may actually be time for a meal. Better to make up something substantial to eat than to much on...you know...dry cereal, chocolate chips, graham crackers.

The other thing I thought of for this QOTD, I am not proud of, but here is the situation: My SIL is obese and seemingly not at all interested in losing weight to perserve her health, which so far as I know has been OK, though she is at higher risk for diabetes and cancer due to family history. She always has tempting foods in her kitchen and offers them frequently - bakery donuts for breakfast and snacks, gourmet pies, ice cream at all times, cake sometimes. Which are always hard foods for me to consistently say "no thank-you" to. However, it is easy to see the impact that her nutritional choices and inactivity have had on her body - not dissimilar to the impact I experienced myself in years past. I feel guilty for mustering willpower to say no based on my SIL's situation - I would much rather see her making wise choices as well, of course, but she has always expressed the most vehement disinterest, so I do not even bring it up at this point.

6/1 Tuesday QOTD: Do you have other ways to measure your progress besides the scale?


Clothes for me as well. Pants, for sure. In fact, I even have a "Pants Challenge" clippie that I made up a long time ago. I have to tell a funny story about this - I spent all this time wanting to get into those pants and when they finally fit, I realzed they were petites and I have long legs so they were not everything I had hoped, after all! Those pants would be huge on me today, incidentally, and have long since been donated, thank goodness!

There are also a few dresses - I can now zip the dress I wore to my rehearsal dinner 14 years ago, though the very fitted wedding dress is still too snug (which makes sense as I was about 7 pounds lighter on my wedding day than I am now!)

There is also an old Talbots' size 8 dress that a friend got from ebay and decided she did not have the bust to fill. She said I could have it if it fit me, so I tried it on several times over the past year and finally two weeks ago we were about to leave and I said "Oh, can I have that dress now?" (there was no time left to try it on) She ran and got it - I tried it when I got home and voila! It fits. It would be nice to wear to my cousin's wedding in July...if I can just avoid those pies, donuts, cakes and ice cream in the meantime.....

 

[dizcrazy]

Also late to the party - went to Ocean City, NJ for the long weekend!

5/31 Monday QOTD: What is your best tip to avoid temptation?
Filling up on liquids usually works for me. But when it doesn't, I've been sucking on tootsie pop lollipops!

6/1 Tuesday QOTD: Do you have other ways to measure your progress besides the scale? Basically just by my clothing.

 

[Rose&Mike]

I tamed the paper clutter in my house today! I have not felt this organized since August. Of course I feel like the life has been sucked out of me, but at least it's all organized and put away. I feel so much more in control of things when my house is not messy.

Made homemade hummus and had a wrap for dinner with tomatoes, avocados, lettuce and a tiny bit of cheddar cheese. It was yummy. I only had one and I am full. I also had a bud select--the one that's 55 calories. I know I would be better off with no alcohol, but sometimes I just want one.

Tomorrow is back to work. My plan is to go to strength class after work.

Welcome to all the new folks!

I'm off to shred all the stuff I am getting rid of! Have a nice evening.

 

[lovedvc]

I went to the neurologist appointment this morning. I truly believe that I had my first anxiety attack before I went. What an awful feeling, I would have paid millions for a xanax this morning. So the Dr. did a few little things in the office and took a look at the last MRI from a year ago and according to that everything looks normal. So on for more testing. My next test will be an EEG to check my brain waves. Of course you could imagine the little snickering in the corner from my husband trying to make me laugh. I truly to do love him. Then on to a neuro psyche test which can take up to 4 hours to complete. Tomorrow I will call to see exactly what that's all about. Hopefully in a few weeks I will have the answers that I want, nothing is wrong. But its better to be safe than sorry, too much family history. I want to be here a long time for my children and my husband. With all this going on today I stayed on program, didn't make it to the gym because of the appointment but that's okay my muscles need a little break every so often.

Thank you all so much for your well wishes. I haven't really told many people in my life what's been going on because I don't want to worry anyone unless I have to and it has been a comfort to come here and let my feelings go.

 

[Rose&Mike]

I went to the neurologist appointment this morning. I truly believe that I had my first anxiety attack before I went. What an awful feeling, I would have paid millions for a xanax this morning. So the Dr. did a few little things in the office and took a look at the last MRI from a year ago and according to that everything looks normal. So on for more testing. My next test will be an EEG to check my brain waves. Of course you could imagine the little snickering in the corner from my husband trying to make me laugh. I truly to do love him. Then on to a neuro psyche test which can take up to 4 hours to complete. Tomorrow I will call to see exactly what that's all about. Hopefully in a few weeks I will have the answers that I want, nothing is wrong. But its better to be safe than sorry, too much family history. I want to be here a long time for my children and my husband. With all this going on today I stayed on program, didn't make it to the gym because of the appointment but that's okay my muscles need a little break every so often.

Thank you all so much for your well wishes. I haven't really told many people in my life what's been going on because I don't want to worry anyone unless I have to and it has been a comfort to come here and let my feelings go.

Hang in there and take care of yourself. You will come out of this so much better if you're eating the best you can and getting your exercise in when you have time. And--panic attacks stink. Hopefully that was your first and last one.

 

[Leleluvsdis]

5/27 Thursday QOTD: Tell us a little about yourself and your goals for this challenge.I am 23 almost 24 years old (sigh...) and have unfortunatly gained about 70lbs since DH and I started dating 6 years ago b/c of horomone issues. I've recently been disgnosed with PCOS, and have told that getting my weight under control will be a big help in getting my horomones regulated b/c they will have a health body to work with, and it will also help with DH and I decide to TTC. My goal is to lose 26lbs this summer. I know I'm sure I could do more, but I'm thinking with all the summer festivites that we partake in I'd rather have a small goal and go past it then getting discouraged for not getting close to a big goal.

5/28 Friday QOTD: We talked a little yesterday about ourselves and our goals for this challenge. Today's question is what is your plan to help you reach your goals? I want to stay active on here first and foremost. If i don't have someone to talk to about it, i wander off the beaten path so to speak. I plan on starting south beach diet next week. Yes I say next week b/c I need to go to the grocery store TERRIBLY and it will be this weekend before I have time to go.

5/29 Saturday QOTD: Do you have any plans for the summer? How will they help or hinder you reaching your goals for this challenge? We are going on several trip this summer... OBX for a weekend in july, myrtle beach for a week in august, the a cruise in sept with disney for 2 days before. The cruise is going to BLOW the diet so I will have to make sure I lose a little extra before I go, the beach trips could possible hinger as well b/c we eat as much seafood as we can while we are at the beach and my FAVORITE seafood is fried shrimp... ugh the worst!

5/30 Sunday QOTD: If you were at Disneyland or WDW right now what would you be doing? I would probubly be leaving dinner and spending the rest of the evening in one of the parks!

5/31 Monday QOTD: What is your best tip to avoid temptation? Drink water. I've found when I'm feeling hungry if I fix a big cup of water it will curb my appitite, and if that doesn't work I'll get a cup of yogurt or an apple.
6/1 Tuesday QOTD: Do you have other ways to measure your progress besides the scale?How my clothes fit. I go on my clothes probubly more than my actual weight. I don't care about weighing a certain number as I do wearing a certain size and looking FABULOUS in it!!! (The weight I have as my goal is the weight I was when DH and I started dating.)

 

[cclovesdis]

Hi Everyone!

I am so excited to share that I had a very OP day today! No binges and actually, I overcame the urge to binge. I am very, very proud of myself.

QOTD: I use my clothes as a good judge. I am hoping to fit into a certain pair of khakis (that's what I'm encouraged to wear to work-not dress pants, skirts, or dresses). I'm in between sizes now and I really want to fit into the smaller size.


Thanks again for all the support yesterday. Taryn and Lisa- I appreciate all of your thoughtful responses last night and today as well.

lovedvc: Good luck with the testing. I had an EEG. The only things I remember are being told to have someone drive me home and that I slept through almost all of the procedure. Again, best of luck!

Have a great day tomorrow everyone!

CC

 

[flipflopmom]

Thanks for the good wishes, pinkle! I had surgery 8 days ago for a bone and tissue graft in my knee and the combination of having the knee joint disassembled to do the surgery plus having a segment of bone taken out of my femur and replaced with a cadaver graft, and the incision itself has all been very painful and overwhelming. Right now it feels like my running days are far behind me and I’ll be grateful to be able to walk or even sit pain-free someday soon.

I know it's not the same, but I had bone grafted from my hip into my tibia when I was 17, and the whole thing screwed together. I know what you mean about the incisions! If it helps, the dr. told me that with therapy, I would return to 75% ability. 13 years later, I just started running again. That is because of desire! I did run some exactly one year after my surgery, so it can be done. Hang in there!

When do you run? I work a full time office job M-F 8-5 and I have a 3yo DD. My running options (during the week) are 4:45am or 6:30pm.

I have learned to condense my getting ready time. I don't know about your travel time, but I am able to get a run in and home by 6:30. Thankfully, I live close to work. I just can't handle evening heat!

When I increased my weekly long runs to 9M, I was really proud!

I would be really proud of that, too!

OMG that is a weakness. for awhile I would go to mcd's for breakfast every morning and order a Large sweet tea along with a buscuit with bacon and cheese, no egg and a hashbrown.

That sounds like breakfasts I had in college. It was yum at the time, but now, I see it differently!

I tamed the paper clutter in my house today! I have not felt this organized since August. Of course I feel like the life has been sucked out of me, but at least it's all organized and put away. I feel so much more in control of things when my house is not messy.

I am the exact same way! I watched hoarders last night - YIKES! Made me want to clean!

Off to finally get my Jillian workout in! Never got time earlier. Did okay on food today, time to burn some to get that caloric deficit I so need in!! Sorry for all that this am!

Welcome all, happy Tuesday!
Taryn

 

[flipflopmom]

Thank you all so much for your well wishes. I haven't really told many people in my life what's been going on because I don't want to worry anyone unless I have to and it has been a comfort to come here and let my feelings go.

Unload anytime hon! Glad so far, everything is okay! PPD for continued good news!

Hi Everyone!

I am so excited to share that I had a very OP day today! No binges and actually, I overcame the urge to binge. I am very, very proud of myself.
CC

Had to repost b/c I forgot about QOTD. Duh.

I did start taking measurements, and those numbers have helped me when the scale doesn't move!

Night again!

 

[MushyMushy]

Can you drink just some of it, mixed with water or unsweetened tea and leave the rest in the fridge to drink over the next day or 2? Could you make a pitcher of sweet tea for the fridge using that as the "base"?

That's a really great idea! Unfortunately, I'd drank it before I wrote the post, but I think I could do that the next time we get it. It's so sweet, I don't think it would be too watered down by mixing it half and half with water.

I did count the calories for the day, though. I've done fine for today, but I just hate starting my new diet off on that foot.

 

[my3princes]

Good morning all!

, escape! (Susie) Hope that you day is a great one!

Anyone else have a birthday coming up soon?

lovedvc, good luck on your appointment today.

Tuesday QOTD Do you have other ways to measure your progress besides the scale?

I have measurements that I do sporadically. Mostly I use the "how I am feeling test." If I feel strong and feel like I am making progress, then I know that I am regardless of what the scale says. I probably should add some more measurements so I will be watching to see what you all say!

Have a great day all!

Measuring progress: Tons of ways...scale, measurements, the way clothing fits, belts, acid reflux or lack of, snoring, friends comments, photos.

I'm struggling. TOM has arrived along with my chocolate cravings. I'm seriously thinking of doing Atkins again until our trip. I was super successful doing it 6 years ago and I wonder if switching it up would kick my body in gear and give up those last lbs What to do...What to do

 

[maiziezoe]

I went to the neurologist appointment this morning. I truly believe that I had my first anxiety attack before I went. What an awful feeling, I would have paid millions for a xanax this morning. So the Dr. did a few little things in the office and took a look at the last MRI from a year ago and according to that everything looks normal. So on for more testing. My next test will be an EEG to check my brain waves. Of course you could imagine the little snickering in the corner from my husband trying to make me laugh. I truly to do love him. Then on to a neuro psyche test which can take up to 4 hours to complete. Tomorrow I will call to see exactly what that's all about. Hopefully in a few weeks I will have the answers that I want, nothing is wrong. But its better to be safe than sorry, too much family history. I want to be here a long time for my children and my husband. With all this going on today I stayed on program, didn't make it to the gym because of the appointment but that's okay my muscles need a little break every so often.

Thank you all so much for your well wishes. I haven't really told many people in my life what's been going on because I don't want to worry anyone unless I have to and it has been a comfort to come here and let my feelings go.

 

[maiziezoe]

I had a stressful day today... trying to decide if I want to cancel my Disney trip in December. We're supposed to go to CSR from 12/6 to 12/11 and then go on the PodCast Cruise from 12/12 to 12/16 but I am just not feeling it. *sigh* I don't know what to do.

The good news is, even though I spent the day sitting in front of the computer contemplating my decision, I didn't eat. Yippee!

 

[alisaheather]

hello everyone! I'm a bit late to the party but hope I can join in! I just made my WDW reservations for this coming December and can't wait. But first need to focus on my health and energy by getting on track for the summer. This challenge is a wonderful idea. Thanks in advance for your support. I'll be sure to give it back!

 

[N&B'smom]

lovedvc - Stressful day, huh? Glad it's over now!!

I ate dinner VERY early (4:30) due to my DS11 having a baseball game. I decided I will not eat past 6pm. So, needless to say I am sitting here hungry fighting the urge for a snack. I think I'll have a big glass of water to fill me up!

 

[tea pot]

I had a stressful day today... trying to decide if I want to cancel my Disney trip in December. We're supposed to go to CSR from 12/6 to 12/11 and then go on the PodCast Cruise from 12/12 to 12/16 but I am just not feeling it. *sigh* I don't know what to do.

The good news is, even though I spent the day sitting in front of the computer contemplating my decision, I didn't eat. Yippee!

Oh I'm not sure what might be going on that you would need to cancel (Need to catch up ) But Boy I don't think I would miss the pod cast cruise if I had a chance to go and Disney in December is just Magical. Just hang on for a while it's still early you could still cancel later.

 

[tigger813]

hello everyone! I'm a bit late to the party but hope I can join in! I just made my WDW reservations for this coming December and can't wait. But first need to focus on my health and energy by getting on track for the summer. This challenge is a wonderful idea. Thanks in advance for your support. I'll be sure to give it back!

When are you going?
I'll be there Dec. 1-9!

Welcome to one of the most amazing group on the boards!

 

[Piglet18]

I came home from work yesterday to discover DBF all smiles, holding a package for me... a fitbit! We live in Canada, so he had to go through some friends in Washington and a HUGE waiting list, but I loved the surprise and I love it! I am just wondering if anyone else has one and what you think about it...

Tuesday QOTD: Clothing! I got REALLY excited the other day when I was able to do up a medium-size top without it looking like a stuffed sausage ready to explode. Never mind all the other clothes I have that I can't fit yet... for me, fitting into clothes that I used to but couldn't for a while (longer than I care to admit) is the ultimate measure!

 

[jenanderson]

It is a hard one to figure out what works for you. It will take some trial and error. It's taken time but now I ask myself "are you really hungry or is somethng else going on?" More than half the time it is something else, habit, stress, boredom, anger . . . the list goes on and on. If it is something else, I ask myself how eating will make it better -- eventually I can talk myself out of eating.

Lisa - I am so glad you posted this. I am really struggling with excess eating right now. I know that often I am not hungry but still go for the food. I am going to try to really stop and think about it. In fact, I was going to have a bed time snack...but the truth is, I am still really full from supper. I don't need a snack so I had better figure out something else.

jenanderson, did you see all the folks who are doing the COW?

I am really excited! I checked on the TOTALLY COOL prizes and they are due to be at my house on Friday! I will be able to send out rewards right away! I can't wait to hear how everyone likes the PRIZES!!! I think it is great so many people will be eligible to WIN!!!

Also, I work on the 16th floor and many times a day I have to go up to the 21st. I now always take the stairs and like seeing that I'm not as winded each time I do it. (I know, it's only 5 flights, but it's a start. Eventually I want to do the whole 16 to get up to my office every day, but not yet).

I think it is great that you are walking up 5 flights...that is an incredible start! I can't wait to hear how you improve this summer!!!

COW - I have a very large Pooh Bear mug for my water. Got it on a trip with good friedns, so it's cute and has great memories attached!

Love it! I have a large Stitch mug with a lot of memories .... isn't it great to drink out of a mug that makes you happy?

We had an offer accepted on a BWV resale contract so we're waiting on ROFR. A new laptop is NOT in the buget right now. I'll check in later.

Rose - I missed this...are you purchasing a BWV contract? If so, that is totally exciting!!!!

So...........I'm at work and had a great, healthy breakfast and already had 32oz of water and am currently drinking a 20oz decaf coffee with a tiny bit of Splenda. Water is so key for me!!

Super job with the water!

I really, really wanted to score all the points for the COW this week. I usually drink so much water. I LOVE water. I seriously NEED it, almost compulsively. Unfortunately, getting back and forth to the bathroom on crutches has made me seriously diminish the amount of water I am drinking, compared to what I usually drink. Right now, I am CRAVING lemon slices for my water. But, alas, I am drinking from a 16 oz water bottle and have neither the means to get a slice of lemon, nor somewhere to put it. LOL! I am living vicariously through all of you.

Cam - The water is really hard for me as well....I am a teacher and it is so difficult to have to go to the bathroom all the time while I am teaching. I could not imagine having to go to the bathroom all the time with crutches! I hope that you are able to get up and about again soon!!!

Welcome to our Challenge of the Week (COW)!

PART ONE
Drink 6-8 oz of water each day (1 point for each day) ( 1 cup of coffee or tea counts)
Eat 2 vegetables each day (1 point for each day)

PART TWO
To help establish the habit of drinking your 6-8 oz of water each day, your challenge for this week is to find a cup, glass, mug, bottle…whatever….that will inspired you and make you feel happy each day! No need to send me a PM of what you found. Instead, post at any time this week about what is inspiring you to drink your water! Can't wait to hear about all the fun cups, mugs, bottles, etc!

The water part of it will be easy for me. I usually only drink water throughout the week. The veggies, on the other hand.... But I'm definitely going to give it a good try!

Yay! Another person in for the COW! Good luck with eating the veggies! I started by eating just baby carrots and lettuce until I felt like I was a rabbit! Finally, I started trying some other veggies and it has been getting a lot easier.

For all you runners...
When do you run? I work a full time office job M-F 8-5 and I have a 3yo DD. My running options (during the week) are 4:45am or 6:30pm.

How do y'all balance the relative safety of running in the daylight versus the relative comfort (and heat stroke avoidance) of running in the dark?

Sorry I don't have any good answers for you. I hope that through some trial and error you are able to find something that works for you.

Don't forget to post your healthy recipes. I'll update the first post as new recipes come in. We started this towards the end of the last challenge.

Here's the link to where you can post recipes!

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2447512

I didn't even know about this! I am really excited and will have to check it out! Thanks for your work on it!

MondayQOTD: I have zero willpower (as evidenced by my overindulgences this weekend!) so I'm telling everyone who will listen that I'm dieting. It does help when my cubemate raises her eyebrow at me if I head toward the candy dish! Even more important though - if DH knows I'm "being good" he won't bring me home treats or suggest we go get pizza for dinner.

I did the same thing with both my diet and my running. I told everyone who would listen that I was going to start running and train for a 1/2 marathon. It has kept me running more days then you can imagine!

Same here
I have no idea how I'm going to keep up with everybody. Last challenge I had so much drama going on I didn't post often but kept up with reporting in. This time I want/need to keep up with both especially since I am coaching later on. And yes, there's still drama

Keeping up is going to take some work but it is my goal too. I know that when I post, I do better. Good luck with the drama in your life...I hope it works itself out as quick as possible.

Hi Losers! I spent the holiday weekend dredging through my piles of paper clutter. Oh, the shame. I also ran a 5K on Monday and did fine, but not better than my previous time on that course this past March. It's my second best time ever, though, so I am not complaining one bit. I have to say, I'd rather run at a half marathon pace for 2+ hours than a 5K pace for around half an hour. Which is good, because next weekend is the Minneapolis Half Marathon! I hope the weather will not be too warm.

Corrina - I am so with you...I would rather run at my 1/2 marathon pace for 2+ hours...I have decided that I hate 5K runs.

Hey...will I see you in Minneapolis? DH and I will be there. We are planning on lining up in the 10:30 or 10:45 pace area. Our goal is really 11:15 but on all our long runs, we have been doing the running at about 10:45. Our pace slows because we walk briefly at 4 miles and 7.5 or 8 miles. We figure we will need to walk briefly at 11 miles as well. The walking slows our overall pace but I am not coordinated enough to run and drink! It would be cool to try for another picture and say hello!

I am so excited to share that I had a very OP day today! No binges and actually, I overcame the urge to binge. I am very, very proud of myself.

CC - You go girl! Way to have a great day and you should be proud of yourself!

I had a stressful day today... trying to decide if I want to cancel my Disney trip in December. We're supposed to go to CSR from 12/6 to 12/11 and then go on the PodCast Cruise from 12/12 to 12/16 but I am just not feeling it. *sigh* I don't know what to do.

The good news is, even though I spent the day sitting in front of the computer contemplating my decision, I didn't eat. Yippee!

This would be a stressful decision for me. Good luck with the choices and good for you for not eating as you had to deal with it.

 

[Octoberbride03]

Friday QOTD: We talked a little yesterday about ourselves and our goals for this challenge. Today's question is what is your plan to help you reach your goals?

My plan is to stick with the habits i developed during the last challenge. I've gotten a great handle on working out several times a week. Now, I need to add in more veggies and determine just how much i need to eat on a daily basis.


Welcome to our Challenge of the Week (COW)!

PART ONE
Drink 6-8 oz of water each day (1 point for each day) ( 1 cup of coffee or tea counts)
Eat 2 vegetables each day (1 point for each day)

PART TWO
To help establish the habit of drinking your 6-8 oz of water each day, your challenge for this week is to find a cup, glass, mug, bottle…whatever….that will inspired you and make you feel happy each day! No need to send me a PM of what you found. Instead, post at any time this week about what is inspiring you to drink your water! Can't wait to hear about all the fun cups, mugs, bottles, etc!

1 question. The water part is drinking 8oz glasses 6 times per day right? I think that's how I'm reading it.

As for my drinking inspiration: It is my refillable mug from my honeymoon almost 7yrs. ago. We stayed at CSR and every afternoon i get home from work and fill it up before I take Onslow out for his walk. Come in from the walk and then its workout time after a quick top-off or refill depending on how much i drank walking.

QOTD Saturday: Do you have any plans for the summer? How will they help or hinder you reaching your goals for this challenge?

Traditionally, I let myself slide a bit during summer. More trips to the beach means more big meals, more soda etc. This year I have to find a way to be flexible but not like completely off the wagon. Hopefully, by the time I go up again I will have somewhat of a handle on what i need to do up there. However, I am allowed as much birch beer as I want because i can't get it at home. Not at a restaurant or in a bottle at the store.

QOTD SUNDAY: If you were at Disneyland or WDW right now what would you be doing?

Probably Splash Mountain.

QOTD Monday: What is your best tip to avoid temptation?

Not to worry about temptations in first place, and to leave wiggle room. I deal with cravings/temptations on a case by case basis.

Tuesday QOTD Do you have other ways to measure your progress besides the scale?

I use a tape measure every so often, basically whenever i get the urge or its been a few weeks. I also use the belt to my work pants as a guide. Needing to slide another notch is always good and the goal is not to slide back. 1 more thing i do I picked up from the last challenge. I have DH take pics of me about once a month, so I can see the progress in a somewhat 360 degree fashion. So I no longer have to take is word that the love handles on my back are disapearing. I can see for myself. But i won't be posting them here anytime soon.