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

[lovedvc]

Down 1.4 lbs this morning, that's puts me at 148.4. 3.4 lbs. from goal for this challenge. I would actually like to lose 5.4 lbs to get back down to 143. I'm gonna give it my best shot.

 

[tigger813]

hi everyone....weigh in day was a liitle disappointing to say the least..........i've been eating well, but since my foot surgery I haven't been exercising/ That must really make a difference.
I love the QOTD for music, I'm going to go on itunes and add a few to my running playlist
QOTD:right now I really love to run to is :Hey, Soul Sister by train

That song has been going through my head ALL DAY LONG!!!!!

 

[tigger813]

Down 1.4 lbs this morning, that's puts me at 148.4. 3.4 lbs. from goal for this challenge. I would actually like to lose 5.4 lbs to get back down to 143. I'm gonna give it my best shot.

That's great! I would love to see the 140s in the next few weeks!

 

[pinkle]

Down 1.4 lbs this morning, that's puts me at 148.4. 3.4 lbs. from goal for this challenge. I would actually like to lose 5.4 lbs to get back down to 143. I'm gonna give it my best shot.

Keep it up! You sound like you are doing really well I am 7 away from my goal and boy it's getting tough.....the less you need to lose the harder. I haven't seen my real goal in 20 years lol
All things are possible!!!!

 

[mikamah]

Good morning everyone. Congrats to all who saw losses on the scale yesterday. I was not one of them, so hugs to all those who need it this week, including me.

Thank you Ann for coaching last week, and welcome Tracey as this weeks coach.

Belated happy birthday to Ltlmermaid and Joannel!! Hope you both had a fun filled birthday.

Kind of a busy weekend ahead. I need to bake cookies and make fruit salad for michael's cookout after his last baseball game today, and tomorrow we're having my mom's mass and get together with family after. We'll have some down time tonight, but I want to just chill out with michael, maybe watch a movie and play some games.

Have a great weekend everyone.

 

[MushyMushy]

Sorry I haven't been around much this week! My dad is doing better. It ended up he has a nasty case of MRSA on his leg and because of his advanced age and poor health, he needs to be hospitalized for 1-2 weeks. Poor guy, the only people who can visit him is my family because everyone else has some sort of health issue that won't allow them to be around the MRSA.

My sister and I have been going over to his house to clean and disinfect. There is over 50 years worth of hoarding in that house, so it's so hard to see how or when we'll ever get done. We have hired a woman to come in and help us -- while we throw things out and organize, she scrubs everything down. My dad is going to be upset when he sees how much we've cleaned out. We're trying to be respectful while at the same time making the house fit to live in. Not an easy task!

My weight is up from all the fast food lunches and dinners. Bleh. But I think once I get back to where I'm eating regularly in my own home, it'll come right back off.

Anyway, just wanted to let you know I'm still here and in it, but just facing a little bump in the road.

 

[maiziezoe]

Still cannot weight in because my step-daughter won't leave me alone for two seconds.

I'm going to have to set my alarm for 4:30 in the morning tomorrow just to get 3 minutes alone... and that is ridiculous!

 

[jennz]

Still cannot weight in because my step-daughter won't leave me alone for two seconds.

I'm going to have to set my alarm for 4:30 in the morning tomorrow just to get 3 minutes alone... and that is ridiculous!

Awwwww she missed you and loves you! Is she standing there reading this over your shoulder?

 

[cclovesdis]

Morning Everyone!

I had hoped to sleep in until 9, and then I decided 8:30 would be enough sleep, but I was up by about 7:30. I tried to fall back to sleep, but ended up getting out of bed just after 8 AM. I've planned my day out as best as I possibly can considering I am going to a baby shower 45 minutes away for almost the entire afternoon. The drive isn't too bad, it's not knowing exactly when I'll be home that's the problem. I have no idea what is being served as far as food at the shower, so I'm a little nervous. I am determined to journal my food everyday this week. Ok, five out of seven would be great, but it would be quite the accomplishment if I could journal everything I ate on a day when I had a party to attend. Plus, I have another party tomorrow, although I know it's pizza and ice cream.

I got in 45 minutes of exercise on the Wii. It was a good workout, but it takes so long to switch activities that my heart rate goes back down. I need to make it to the gym a few times this week. Ok, vent over.

I'll probably go to the mall after the baby shower. I need some pants to wear to work. I'm so hesitant to buy clothes because my weight fluctuates so much. But, I only have 2 pairs, so I better buy at least one more. Ok, vent number 2 is over.

Have a great day everyone! Off to PM my weight. I completely forgot to mention that I lost 3.5 pounds this week! Hoping to at least maintain that for next week. Also, need to PM my COW points to JenA.

CC

 

[Dahly]

Sorry I haven't been around much this week! My dad is doing better. It ended up he has a nasty case of MRSA on his leg and because of his advanced age and poor health, he needs to be hospitalized for 1-2 weeks. Poor guy, the only people who can visit him is my family because everyone else has some sort of health issue that won't allow them to be around the MRSA.

Anyway, just wanted to let you know I'm still here and in it, but just facing a little bump in the road.

Sending good thoughts for your dad. I hope he gets better soon!


I have been off the boards for most of the week, as work has been very busy. But busy also means less time to look for food in the fridge and pantry. I have been drinking my water and i made exercise a priority every day even with work being busy. It paid off....3 pounds gone this week! I am very happy with that number!

I know I missed Ltl Mermaid and Joannel's birthdays..so hope you guys had great days!

I am taking this upcoming week off of work, and painting the walls in the living room, hallway, entry way, dining room and den! Going to be a busy week! We have a few fun things planned, so it won't be all work..but I am looking forward to the fresh coat of paint to liven things up. And painting counts as exercise, right??!!


Happy Saturday everyone!

Dahly

 

[tigger813]

OMG! Been so busy today I forgot to post my question!!!!

Saturday QOTD: What is your biggest guilty pleasure food item at WDW? (Question comes courtesy of doconeill, my DH!)

Mine would be have to be the Fish N Chips at Yorkshire Fish Shop! I have to get it every trip!

DD1 has one that she wanted to share: chocolate croissant anywhere at WDW!

DH says his guilty pleasure is attempting drinks Around the World!!!!

DD2 says hers is chicken nuggets ANYWHERE in the world! (though DD1 had the ones at Marrakesh and they were DISGUSTING!)

I'M SO SORRY I WAS LATE! We've been doing yard work and running back and forth to the transfer station! Watching the USA soccer game! YIKES!!!!!

I have a list of questions ready but I've been so distracted this morning!

 

[jennz]

QOTD: Zebra Domes!! Yummmmmmmmm!

 

[jenanderson]

for your daughter. Thats awesome!!!! Have fun at another long day of dancing girlies.

Thanks! It was so awesome and we had a great time!

So, just weighed myself and it's no surprise...I'm up 1lb. It's my own fault...I need to REALLY get going but keep messing myself up. Now this week I will be away camping...we'll see how that goes!

Hope you have fun with the camping!

I have good news, down three this week!!

Thanks all I could not do this alone!!

Great job being down three!

I am thrilled to be down a whole pound with the insanity of the week. Hoping next week will be even better.

Great job being down when you have a crazy week!

Well, after totally blowing it last weekend (the whole weekend!), I was really just hoping not to gain, but I'm actually down for the week!!! More so than last week even! Woohoo!!

Great job with your loss this week!

Wooo Hooo for your DD!!! Awesome!!

Thanks! We did a lot of cheering yesterday!

Thanks for the kind words. You're right.... I need to take the time to CELEBRATE my accomplishment so far, rather than be depressed about the little bit I have left to lose.

Morning all! My weigh-in was a disaster, as expected. But I got my lazy a** out of bed and did a 4.1 mi run with a .5 mi warm up walk before breakfast, so I feel BACK ON TRACK! I am trying to remind myself that part of my gain this week could be hormonal... I mean really, I couldn't possibly have eaten enough over those two or three days to add up to almost 5 pounds. Hopefully I will have a "woosh" this week and it will all be gone (or at least most of it) by next Friday.

GOOD LUCK to DD. We will be thinking of you (and her) and sending PD! Let us know how it goes.

It is great to read how even with a bad weigh in...you were back on track and doing your best. I also love how you did not beat yourself up over it. I really struggle with being hard on myself and not focusing on how much I have done and I love when you guys all remind us that we need to keep moving forward and focus on our successes.

Thanks for the PD for DD...it was a great day!

I always listen to Imma Be by the Black Eyed Peas as my power song on my Nike +. It keeps me going to the very end.

I love how this song is so pumping...I need to get it on my running playlist.

How is your hand from the bee sting? Have you figured out how to weigh in yet?

Jen A – Congrats to your daughter

Thanks Bree!

For week COW4 - I painted my toenails with "mint sorbet".
Looks like lime sherbet

Thanks for doing the COW!

veggie beef stew, is a favourite meal of mine that is loaded with veggies. I just use a small amount lean beef with:
1 can low sodium beef broth
1 can each of wax beans & green beans (I've been able to find low-sodium ones lately )
1 can diced tomatoes
about a cup of frozen kernel corn
about a cup of frozen peas
about a cup of fresh chopped carrots
about 1/2 cups of potatoes
I brown the meat, add the broth & the liquid from the beans, add the tomatoes, carrots & potatoes, plus some garlic and leave it simmer until potatoes get tender. Then add the rest and leave it simmer for a while.
about a cup of chopped potato. Sometimes I have to add a can of water to get enough liquid. The starch in the potatoes will usually thicken the liquid up.

Great job with both COWs! Your nail polish sounds great (and now I am craving lime sherbert! )

Thanks for sharing a veggie idea. I am struggling with the fruits and veggies this week. I think that even though it is warm, I am going to make some veggie soup.

Got lucky on teh COW this week! Painted my nails a very shimmery pink MOnday adn always read vbefore bed, so I got my points without even knowing. Still, must do better checking in next week.

Thirlled to deat. I am down 2.5 pounds and this week's measurement is 4 weeks, so TOM is the same. Before I didn't know if my loss was real or not. SO happy!!

Great job with getting the COW done and with your loss this week!

Jen - WAY TO GO, EMILY!!!!! WOOOHOOO

Songs: I am going to date myself here. Does anyone remember "Wild Wild West" by Will Smith (NOT the newer version that's out there...), Sin Wagon (Dixie Chicks), Boom Boom Pow, This Old House (Brian Setzer).
Actually, I need to make a new playlist for my iPod. So keep sending the song ideas!!!


Shelby, I'm right there with 'ya. I KNOW I can do it but I start slipping...and there I go. I am pretty PO'd at myself for not being stronger. And, PLEASE, PLEASE DON'T ANYONE TAKE OFFENSE - sometimes its hard to hear how well everyone else is doing while I feel like the loser who can't seem to get the scale to budge. I think that is why I kind of missed checking in on so many days this week. I had a HORRIBLE week. I was up 4 pounds on Tuesday and am back down to my starting weight today. Which is better than it could have been but definitely not where I want it to be. All I can do is take a deep breath and resolve to try harder this week....

Hello Jude!

Love your music choices. After reading everyone's songs, I know I need to create a new playlist as I am bored with my other one.

I am sorry that you are struggling with losing weight. I will say that I don't think I could do it at all with your schedule. I hear you though about how hard it is to read about losses here when you are not experiencing the same success. I had 5 weeks of being the same weight at WW and it was so discouraging because I felt like I was doing all I could and the weight still was not coming off. I am glad you are not giving up though...you CAN do this!

Had a not so healthy supper but I'm feeling relaxed so I guess that's what matters! Enjoyed a spicy chicken dip. It had low fat creme cheese, Mexican cheese, Franks' hot sauce and chicken tenderloins. It's quick and easy and that's what I needed tonight! Enjoyed my raspberry margarita!

This sounds wonderful! I bet with the low fat creme cheese and some low fat Mexican cheese it might not be all that bad in calories. I love spicy food and might have to play with this a bit!

Thanks to everyone for all the wishes for DD's dance competition. We are not officially done with dance for the season (we get 2 weeks off before we start up again! ) Her group did not win the national title but came in 2nd place. We were so proud of them because the group that beat them was a senior line and our girls are still in junior high/middle school. They went out there and danced their hearts out and it was incredible to watch them. I am always so surprised by how my DD turns into this totally different person out on the dance floor and how amazing it is to watch them all dance. She really loved being a part of a national competition and was able to work with some incredible choreographers in the master's dance classes. Overall....a really long dance week but a great experience.

Tonight's plans - very quiet. It was hot here today and we went over to SIL and BIL's pool. To make a long story short...DS had a bad accident at the pool and bruised his whole neck as he slipped while on the bottom of the slide. He is going to be fine but it was VERY SCARY when it happened. We will be trying to keep him feeling better with pain medicine, keep the swelling and bruising down with some ice and just enjoy some quiet family time tonight.

Hope everyone else is having a wonderful day!
Jen

 

[tigger813]

Tonight's plans - very quiet. It was hot here today and we went over to SIL and BIL's pool. To make a long story short...DS had a bad accident at the pool and bruised his whole neck as he slipped while on the bottom of the slide. He is going to be fine but it was VERY SCARY when it happened. We will be trying to keep him feeling better with pain medicine, keep the swelling and bruising down with some ice and just enjoy some quiet family time tonight.

Hope everyone else is having a wonderful day!
Jen

for your DS! Poor guy! Lots of hugs coming his way!!!!

Watching Bride Wars with DH right now! Girls have both showered/bathed! Can't wait to see TS3 tomorrow at 11! So excited!

about the USA soccer game! But oh well, now we can root for England! I'm still wearing my USA jersey!

Don't forget, if you didn't already know, tomorrow is Mickey Mouse Day so remember to show your love for the MOUSE and wear Mickey stuff all day! I have several shirts to choose from so I'll pick my favorite or one of my favorites!

 

[mikamah]

JenA- so sorry about your son. It sounds like it must have been very frightening for all of you, but I'm glad he's doing ok. Poor kid. Hope he's not too sore and heals quickly.

Tracey- thanks for the heads up on mickey mouse day.

Qotd- crystal palace's banana bread pudding with bailey's irish cream sauce. and Mickey bars!

Jennz- I can't wait to try Zebra Domes at Boma this september. They sound delectable.

Mushymushy- Glad your dad is feeling better, and hugs to your and your sister on the clean up of his house. It's is so difficult when our parents age, and we have to help them and take care of them, without making them feel bad about needing help. Hang in there. I hope everything goes smoothly for you all.

Not so good on the eating this weekend. Baked cookies and ate them for breakfast. Not all of them, but a few. Had a hotdog and fruit salad at the cookout with a beer and water, which was pretty good. Then we went by my sisters and we got pizza for dinner and I had 3 pieces with a mikes hard lemonade. I'm home and planning to do some scrapping tonight before bed, and no more eating. I'm going to run/walk 3 miles in the morning with michael while he scooters before we go to church. I know eating will not be great tomorrow either, but we ordered food for the gathering after mass, and we got a big salad an a vegie pasta too, so I hope to stick with some healthier foods. I know getting out to run will help me start the day off right.

Hope you're all enjoying your weekend.

 

[tigger813]

QOTD for Sunday, June 27:Career and health? Does yours help or hinder you?

Well, I have found that I am in better shape physically and emotionally than when I was a teacher! I have found giving massages very relaxing for me! I never had time when I was teaching to focus on me and work out as I always felt under stress to prepare for another day or another lesson! I have the utmost respect for teachers and cherish the time I was a teacher as I made a difference in several children's lives! God Bless You ALL!

I thought of this question the other day when I was thinking how much healthier and happier I am in my new career! I would love to earn more money but the most important thing for me is to be able to let my kids enjoy being kids while they are young! I am a perfectionist so I couldn't do all for my family and my career so I made a choice that was best for me at the time!

Posting early as I will be heading to Natick, MA for a DisMeet to see TS3 in the morning! We have to leave here by 9 and I wanted to have time to post my question! I still can't believe I almost forgot to post today's question!

Eating will be a challenge tomorrow as I'll be seeing a movie and eating at Kelly's Roast Beef. I hope to get a walk in tomorrow afternoon when we get home from the movies! I need to do something! I did do some yard work today!

Have a magical night and I will be back tomorrow afternoon with my TS3 review! Knowing me, I will need some tissues!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Thanks to everyone for all the wishes for DD's dance competition. We are not officially done with dance for the season (we get 2 weeks off before we start up again! ) Her group did not win the national title but came in 2nd place. We were so proud of them because the group that beat them was a senior line and our girls are still in junior high/middle school. They went out there and danced their hearts out and it was incredible to watch them. I am always so surprised by how my DD turns into this totally different person out on the dance floor and how amazing it is to watch them all dance. She really loved being a part of a national competition and was able to work with some incredible choreographers in the master's dance classes. Overall....a really long dance week but a great experience.

Tonight's plans - very quiet. It was hot here today and we went over to SIL and BIL's pool. To make a long story short...DS had a bad accident at the pool and bruised his whole neck as he slipped while on the bottom of the slide. He is going to be fine but it was VERY SCARY when it happened. We will be trying to keep him feeling better with pain medicine, keep the swelling and bruising down with some ice and just enjoy some quiet family time tonight.

Glad to hear your daughters dance team did well. You must be so proud On the other hand Im sorry to hear about your son. That sounds so scary and I hope he is feeling better by tomorrow.

Posting early as I will be heading to Natick, MA for a DisMeet to see TS3 in the morning! We have to leave here by 9 and I wanted to have time to post my question! I still can't believe I almost forgot to post today's question!

Eating will be a challenge tomorrow as I'll be seeing a movie and eating at Kelly's Roast Beef. I hope to get a walk in tomorrow afternoon when we get home from the movies! I need to do something! I did do some yard work today!

Have a magical night and I will be back tomorrow afternoon with my TS3 review! Knowing me, I will need some tissues!

Have a great time tomorrow. I want to see TS3 so bad as do my boys but I just cant seem to squeeze it in the past 2 weekends. Cant wait to hear your review. Have fun!


QOTD-Sat.
I think my guilty pleasure is buffetts. not a particular food. I eat way to much at those buffets!!!!

We had a great time at dutch wonderland yesterday and I was so proud that I made great eating choices and drank lots of water. I stepped on the scale this morning and stayed the same. then tonight I go to dinner at my MIL and they make baby back ribs and baked potato. I ate just about 1/2 a rack of ribs and I really dont even like ribs. I just felt over full and then topped it off with a waffles and vanilla ice cream. I did cut it in half and shared it with my kids. I still have not found the trick of saying no thanks when eating out. I just feel like if they took the time to make it I better eat. I really have to work on this. I do feel a little better after coming home and me and my family took a 2 mile walk.

Tomorrow is my 5K. Its at our local single A baseball field. (the iron pigs)Phillies. The race begins and ends inside the stadium. You run most of the race outside and when you return into the stadium they announce your name over the PA system. I thought this sounded pretty cool. Im excited although a little nervous. It has been so hot and humid around here this week and tomorrow is supposed to be the hottest. 90 and humid and a heat index of 100. The race does not start until 9am. Hopefully it isnt too bad. I tried to drink alot of water today to make sure I am good and hydrated. I will let you know how it goes!
~Lindsay

 

[Connie96]

Saturday QOTD: What is your biggest guilty pleasure food item at WDW?

We once stayed at Boardwalk and we popped in the bakery for a cinnamon roll or something else sweet for breakfast each morning. I knew better, but I just couldn't help myself. It was just heavenly.

QOTD for Sunday, June 27:Career and health? Does yours help or hinder you?

I sit at a desk all day, so that doesn't do anything for me. I do a pretty good job of getting out right at 5:00 each day, getting DD from daycare and getting home in time to fit in a short workout or run. No, my job doesn't do anything to help my fitness but, with DH's help , I am able to work around it - when I choose to, anyway.

 

[Connie96]

Hey everyone. <---- that is how I feel right now I truly can't get myself on track no matter what I do! I don't know what my problem is, I'm usually the type of person that decides to do it and just does it. This time I am just getting NOWHERE!!! It's SO frustrating but it's MY OWN FAULT!!! It's all within my control but I'm not doing it!!! I am so not happy with myself right now and on Monday I leave to go camping. My goal for next week is to just maintain. I will try to eat small portions and to be active.

I did get some exercise in last night, my friend and I went on a very speedy walk. I just can't get my food under control. I'm not eating horribly, just not well enough to actually LOSE anything!!

Shelby, I know just what you mean about not getting a handle on the food. I started running again back in February trying to "refocus" on weight loss after gaining for several months. And until the beginning of this challenge, despite running three days a week, I was still gaining weight. I just couldn't make myself stop eating!

Shelby, I'm right there with 'ya. I KNOW I can do it but I start slipping...and there I go. I am pretty PO'd at myself for not being stronger. And, PLEASE, PLEASE DON'T ANYONE TAKE OFFENSE - sometimes its hard to hear how well everyone else is doing while I feel like the loser who can't seem to get the scale to budge. I think that is why I kind of missed checking in on so many days this week. I had a HORRIBLE week. I was up 4 pounds on Tuesday and am back down to my starting weight today. Which is better than it could have been but definitely not where I want it to be. All I can do is take a deep breath and resolve to try harder this week....

Jude, I do worry about this - that if I share a successful day or week it may actually discourage someone who is having a harder time. Since I joined this group, I have been pretty successful, but I have also been thru those times where "success" was just a fantasy because it was certainly not part of my reality. And I know there was nothing anyone could say to change anything about it.

Anyway, ladies, I don't have a silver bullet for you, but I just wanted to say... you're not alone. I think we've all been *there*. Otherwise, why would we all be *here*?! I hope you both have a nice evening and that tomorrow morning kicks off a happy and healthy week for all of us.

 

[princessbride6205]

Saturday QOTD: What is your biggest guilty pleasure food item at WDW?
A giant caramel apple covered with M&Ms. Though I haven't had that the past few times. Ice cream is my other vice.

Sunday QOTD: Work vs. Health
I find a full time desk job and an hour commute each way challenging. I think I'm pretty good about getting up from my desk every hour and trying to fit in short walks at lunch. Sometimes work gets really busy and is more than full time, which makes it really difficult. I also have the guilt factor with a young DD. I get home at 6 or 6:30pm, we eat dinner, play a little, and start getting ready for bed at 8. With that limited amount of time together, I don't go exercise until after she's in bed. Sometimes that gets so late that I cancel my work out. I will say that being busy at work has made it easier to turn down lunches out with coworkers and Luna/Clif bars are a great go to food for me.
That said, I'm at and have maintained my goal weight for several months. So it is doable!

Travel for work is both good and bad - last year when I was really trying to lose weight, it was so frustrating to keep going out of town - every meal out, long [sitting] meetings, etc. But this past week was great! I got in workouts in the mornings and really watched my portion control. Even with enjoying a few drinks in the evenings with my colleagues, I managed to lose 2 pounds! There is also something good for my sense of self to have times when I can focus on me. Yes, I'm there for work, but in the mornings and evenings there are no dishes, no diapers, no meals to prepare, etc. I actually do my hair and make-up every day!