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

[Rose&Mike]

Connie--I thought that was a really good answer about what to eat before a race. I usually eat a banana before a long run, and lately I'ved added a Gu every 45 min. I can't stand to have a full stomach. I don't eat before I workout on the elliptical either (if it's in the morning). When we ran the 4 mile race on Saturday, I had a banana before the race and that was it. Interestingly, last weekend I forgot to have the banana before our 12 mile run, and I remembered when I had the Gu at 45 min. I felt really good, so I might start saving the banana for after the run. I agree with stick with what you know for race day.

And for my last QOTD:

What is your favorite way to enjoy a nice summer day outside of any outdoor workouts?

baseball and $beer!
Oh, and I probably do need a quiet hobby. I used to knit and paint a lot, but i think this past year I just needed to not think about things and I needed things to not be quiet. Dealing with DS going away to college and starting a new job was all that I could handle. Does that make sense? When DS goes back to school, I might think about painting again.

I think I need to use this advice too. I dont run fast on purpose when I start out I guess in general I just go faster. My first mile is usually closer to 11min then I always notice the miles after that getting slower. I actually thought thats what your suppose to do Im such a novice. How do I fix this because sometimes when i run the last mile or two I really think I am going faster and then I look at the time I am really not.



I have been eating great since monday. Ran a slow 2 mile run last night partly because I didnt want to overdo it with my leg and partly because it was so stinkin hot and humid out. I stepped on the scale for a quick peek today and I am only down .2lb. Im irritated. I think I need to be patient but its just discouraging. The weight I am at now was the weight I got down to this time last year and then I couldnt get it to go any further and I gave up and gained all I lost back and then some. I think this is hanging over my head but its making me nervous that the scale isnt moving quicker. Sorry I just needed to vent.

I am hoping to get another short run in tonight since its still hot and humid out. I am so done with this hot and humid weather. I cant wait until it cools down.

Glad the leg is doing ok! I am really a novice at all this, but I think the only way to really run negative splits is to time it. We have been working really hard on this the last couple of weeks. Sometimes it is so hard to start off at a slower pace because I just want to go! The Garmin is really helping with this, because I think I can estimate my pace and I often find I'm way off. It's a lot more fun to finish a run running hard than to stagger through the last mile or so. If you are using a watch you can look at your run on mapmyrun and figure out where the mile or half mile marks are and then estimate your time in your head. I am not a math person, but luckily before we got the garmin I had Mike who was more than happy to do some math while running! And there might be a school of thought that doesn't see this as beneficial, I don't know. I know it seems to work for us. Good luck!

As for the weight loss, I got down to the weight I was at a couple of years ago (my lowest in about 10 years) in May. I really struggled for a couple of weeks, because I was convinced I couldn't go any lower. Hang in there. If you stick it out and keep up your good, healthy habits, it will come off. I do understand the frustration!

Hi all. Just wanted you all to know I appreciate your support! Does anyone know what a good breakfast would be the morning of the race and how much time I should allow between b-fast and the race? I hear pasta is good the night before...is that true?

Thanks!
SarahMay

SarahMay--have a great race!

I had a good day at work today. My new boss seems to be happy with the way things are going, so I'm glad about that. We are going to the game tonight with Ds. It's not as hot, so looking forward to that. Next week it's supposed to get back to 100. What a summer!

Hope everyone has a nice evening!

 

[lisah0711]

Good afternoon all!

Thank you, Maria, for being our coach this week and another thank you to Octoberbride03 for being our coach this week. You guys are the best!

Congratulations to all our superstars the past couple of weeks as well as to Connie96 for being the BL last week and tiki23 for being the BL this week. Good job!

I am back from vacation in Iowa where it was very hot and humid and the bugs were out in record numbers. It is hot in Idaho today but thank goodness no humidity.

Unfortunately, I think that I will be reporting a gain tomorrow in spite of going to the local Y and running three times while I was gone. Time to knuckle down and make some serious progress as we approach the end of our challenge.

I have the links caught up for the results and the current COW.

for everyone who needs them and kudos to all of us who are sticking with this through thick and thin!

You all were busy while I was gone so I am just going to jump in here.

Shannon, congrats on the new job! It will be an adventure moving but how exciting to be working in the same town as DH and near your family. I bet your girls will love it! That was an exciting bear story -- glad it wasn't a grizzly bear!

pjlla, enjoy your vacation!

keenercam, a belated Happy Birthday to you!

donac, Happy Anniversary to you! 32 years is an accomplishment!

pinkle, Best wishes to your Dad for a speedy recovery.

cc, glad to hear that you aren't afraid to keep trying to figure out what will work for you. It may take awhile and may change over time. The only time that you will fail is if you give up, which I know that you would never do!

Taryn, congrats on the 100% and your new being in charge of fitness for the kiddos. You will do a great job!

JenAnderson, sending for WW lifetime next week!

Rose, you are a workout fiend, girl! How about some swimming or bicycling for an alternate exercise?

50sjayne, nice to see you! Glad that your kitty is feeling better.

SarahMay, nice to see you, too.
Good luck to you and Connie96 for your races on Saturday.

And for my last QOTD:

What is your favorite way to enjoy a nice summer day outside of any outdoor workouts?

I like to hang out in the gazebo with DH with a beer and admire the garden.

I think I need to be patient but its just discouraging. The weight I am at now was the weight I got down to this time last year and then I couldnt get it to go any further and I gave up and gained all I lost back and then some. I think this is hanging over my head but its making me nervous that the scale isnt moving quicker. Sorry I just needed to vent.

, Lindsay. You can do this! One day at a time, one bite at a time!

Hang in there everyone and stay cool!

 

[tiki23]

Oh My Goodness!

I didn't realize I was this weeks biggest loser...I just checked. Woo-hoo!

I know we are all working hard at making better choices, being more fit and exercising more but I don't think I'd be doing so well without the W.I.S.H. board. Thanks to everyone here.

 

[mikamah]

(stupid cookie dough and margaritas)

I just saw this combination and was surprised it did not appeal to me. Maybe the next time I bake cookies I'll have a margarita and stay out of the cookid dough. I'm guessing you didn't enjoy them together, but I chuckled when I read it. Glad you're enjoying your vacation, Pamela.

Some weeks it's really hard for me to take a day off and then I usually end up feeling cruddy and exhausted. I use exercise as a stress reliever, and I have found it takes a minimum of 45 min to get that calm feeling. So, if I'm really feeling stressed it's not unusual for me to go a week+ with 60 min+ workouts everyday. That's not always a good thing, especially since our long runs are really long now. Lately I've been doing really well with taking the day off after a long run. Which is good. I know that days off are important, but so is my sanity. The other problem I have is that I will schedule a short exercise and then go for an hour+. For instance Friday I have a 30 min. workout scheduled. Really I should take it off since we're doing a long run Saturday. But I thought just a short one wouldn't hurt. We'll see if I stick to 30 minutes. I really kind of sound like a junky--I need my exercise fix! Mike has been throwing around the words "over training". Good question! Definitely something I need to address!

Wow, I'm tired just reading about all you do. It is amazing though, how much exercise can help to relieve stress. There are so many unhealthy ways to deal with stress and life, I think you are doing amazing.

I was so sweaty and hot! I found shorts on clearance, so that was good. I got a pair of capris and shorts in 8 and two pairs of shorts in---OMG---size 6. The 6s are a little snug right now, but I'm hoping they last through the fall. It's been expensive replacing clothes so often. I tried them on for Mike and he thought they looked good, so I guess not too small. I am still always surprised when I go shopping and don't come home with 12s or 14s or bigger.

Whoo hoo!! Congrats Rose on a size 6!!!!!! That is fabulous!!!

I've decided to skip this week's and next week's weigh ins. With going away this weekend and my birthday next week I don't want to get myself down since I know eating will be a real issue. And with feeling run down I'm going to let my body recover before going crazy with workouts again. I will still do my walking and do some WATP but only gently. I've got to get some control back in my life after having my parents here for 7 weeks. I think a lot of my exhaustion is emotional. I will still be here on the boards everyday.

I don't want to go back to my old self of being lazy but I think taking a few weeks for me is what I need to do! It's time to relax.

I think you have a wonderful plan to take some time for yourself. 7 weeks with your folks, though I'm sure was fun, I can imagine you were going all out taking care of everybody.You deserve some me time, and I love your birthday plans to celebrate. A friend of mine threw herself a roller skating party for her 40th, and it was so fun.

How hard is it for you to take a rest day from your exercise routine?

Way, way too easy for me. Actually, this is the first summer in several that I didn't stop exercising completely. I know the goal of princess half marathon is why. I'm getting my 3 run/walk days in, and trying to get 2 other days of either biking or wii fit in, but the past 2 weeks have mostly just run/walked. Michael's camp has been exhausting him, and he's not good for anything most evenings, but I'm hoping next week will be better.

1. I had a gain at WW last night and was not happy. I am still within the range of maintaining though so if I can not gain this week, I will reach lifetime status and be able to quit paying for WW. I still want to lose 7 pounds but I chose this WW goal because I knew it was a weight I could live with and the sooner I quit paying them the better. I know I have to keep on going but at least I don't have to keep on paying!
2. I did run to WW and home from WW so at least I got in my 5.5 miles but it was too hot to be out running so I was very hot when I got home.
3. I am looking forward to summer being over. While I thought that I would do so great during the summer I am realizing I was able to do so much better during the school year.

Time to go shopping! Have a great day!
Jen

That is so exciting to almost be lifetime!! I know that you can do it next week, and we'll all be here to celebrate with you!! When I did ww in my 20s, I was so close to goal when I stopped going, and I so wish I had continued to lifetime. What an fabulous accomplishment, and great motivation to keep you at goal and save that money too. You can do it Jen!!!

And for my last QOTD:

What is your favorite way to enjoy a nice summer day outside of any outdoor workouts?

Sit on my brothers deck with a mikes hard berry lemonade and watch michael swim with his cousins. I also like to play mini-golf and have ice cream afterwards. Geez, always food or drink involved.

Unfortunately, I think that I will be reporting a gain tomorrow in spite of going to the local Y and running three times while I was gone. Time to knuckle down and make some serious progress as we approach the end of our challenge.

Ah, well, vacations are for fun and relaxing. Great job getting to the Y a few times. We have almost a full month to make some progress. We can do it!!

Lindsay- Hang in there. You have been doing so well, and promise yourself that no matter how slow the weight may come off, you will not give up. You have lost over 20 pounds in what, 6 months which is awesome. We all have those periods when the weight doesn't move, and it stinks and is so frustrating, but you know what you did wrong last year, and this year can be different, and you can keep up all those healthy habits and the running, and the weight will come off. I sometimes think that if it comes off more slowly, it is more likely to be permanent weight loss, and the harder you have to work for it, the more motivated you are to keep it off. We are here for you and you have done everything right this week, and you know that, even if the scale doesn't show you.

Taryn- Wow, 100% from Roz!!! So nice to see your hard work pays off. It was a busy, crazy time for you too, you should be so proud.

CC- Hugs to you on the binges. It's a tough thing to control sometimes, and I know just where you're at and have done the same things. Hang in there, take it one day at a time.

Cam- Happy belated Birthday!!

Dona- Happy anniversary to you and DH!!

Octoberbride- Thanks for coaching this week. You've done a fabulous job, with lots of fun questions.

I did 3 miles in the heat and humidity after work and it wasn't all that bad. It looked like a thunder storm was going to start, but it sprinkled just a few drops to make it more like a steamy humidity, and that was it. I did journal my food all week, but went over my flex points, and that's not counting six flags, so I'll be happy with a maintain tomorrow. I've only got 2 weeks til vacation, but I'm feeling like this year I'll be more in control and I plan to eat healthier, and get my runs in.

Have a nice evening. Good luck with weighin tomorrow!! Get that extra glass of water in tonight to help flush those extra ounces out tomorrow.

 

[tigger813]

Thanks everyone! What would I do without all of you!!!!!!

Had some time to myself in the car today running errands for work. I got to listen to the podcast which I love! Had open faced steak sandwiches for supper. Going to have some ice cream in a bit. Just trying to unwind a bit as I've been wound up quite tightly lately! Still tired but taking it easy as much as I can. Hoping to have some QT with DH for a change! We're getting all of our stuff together for our refinance so as soon as that's done we can chill! Hoping to watch Glee as it's on! Also we are going to check out our route to Storyland and see where to stop along the way for fun and/or shopping and food! Really looking forward to this weekend trip!

Tomorrow night we will grill some burgers and play some Rock Band which we haven't done in a while. Need to download some new songs maybe!

Enjoy the rest of your night! I hope to get bed early so I can get up and walk with my neighbor! Not sure if I'll do any working out after that. We'll have to see how I feel!

 

[cclovesdis]

Ahhh, my message went poof. I will try again. This time, in Word with my trust friends "Cut" and "Paste."

Thank you so much for all the support. I want to give some shout outs. Again, I hope I don’t forget anyone.

Tracey-Enjoy Storyland! I loved going there when we used to live in NH. We went pretty frequently actually. I can still remember hanging out in the Old Lady’s shoe.

Rose-I can’t believe you exercise so much. I guess I should have realized from the exercise challenge, but I hadn’t. I hope you stuck to your plan for the day. A rest day often doesn’t hurt, at least for me. I will take your suggestion and cut out soda. Thanks!

Mikamah-Thanks for the empathy!

Lindsay-Sounds like you had a great week!

Lisah-Thank you for your kind words. You are right. I WILL NOT fail.

SarahMay and Connie-Good luck with your races!

Octoberbride-Thanks for coaching this week! I had been thinking about getting blood work actually. I am worried my cholesterol has went up and thinking that might scare me into eating healthier. But, for your point, I have a fairly decent blood glucose monitor. I am going to test myself throughout the day tomorrow and see if I notice anything.

Taryn-Ahh, the days of arranging and rearranging a classroom. In two years of teaching I can’t tell you the number of times I rearranged. Way to go on eating at home! That’s some admirable control. Congrats on your perfect grade! Thanks for the idea to quench my sugar craving. Unfortunately, eating chocolate tends to eating lots of chocolate and lots of stuff with sugar in it. I did really well when my doctor put me on a chocolate-free diet. Hmm...maybe I should try that again? LOL.

Shannon-I am definitely going to try the hard candy idea. TIA!!!!

Have a great day tomorrow! Good luck with weigh-in!

CC

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Lindsay- Hang in there. You have been doing so well, and promise yourself that no matter how slow the weight may come off, you will not give up. You have lost over 20 pounds in what, 6 months which is awesome. We all have those periods when the weight doesn't move, and it stinks and is so frustrating, but you know what you did wrong last year, and this year can be different, and you can keep up all those healthy habits and the running, and the weight will come off. I sometimes think that if it comes off more slowly, it is more likely to be permanent weight loss, and the harder you have to work for it, the more motivated you are to keep it off. We are here for you and you have done everything right this week, and you know that, even if the scale doesn't show you.

Thank you so much kathy, I promise myself and all of my new friends on here that I wont give up this time. I know this because I have you all here to keep me going. I can not thank everyone enough. Kathy you are so awesome you always know what to say to make me feel better.

I did get a 2 1/2 mile run in tonight. It's so humid out that I have decided to just keep the runs short. It took me 30 minutes so I guess its still a good amt. of exercise. My leg kinda got tight again in the last few minutes of the run. I really think I need new sneakers. The problem is that I also need to get my son back to school supplies and clothes. My younger son also starts sunday school this year so he needs dress clothes and shoes. I am shrinking out of my work clothes and barely have any shirts left that fit me well so I need to get some new tops and probably soon some new pants. With all of that......How the heck am I going to afford sneakers. My husband and I both should be getting bonuses this year but not until october. I dont think I can wait until then. I guess I have to go outside and shake the money tree.

Here's some extra for everyone weighing in tomorrow. I hope the scale is good to you.

 

[Octoberbride03]

Short and sweet post here.

Don't have time to comment on everybody tonight unfortunately. Just back from obedience class with Onslow and have the oven heating for supper. Freschetta pizza tonight. I swear its like a drug for us

Thanks everybody who was here with me for my coaching week. I had a lot of fun and learned a lot about everybody. And I know whoever is next will have lots of fun too.

Have great nights and an even better weekend

 

[pinkle]

Ugh! bad day...........no exercise besides 12hours ofdoing hair, and I just ate 2 large bowls of Just Right cereal, and now I have a stomach ache.....weigh in, in the morning...YIKES

 

[lisah0711]

Oops! Almost forgot to answer Part 2 of this week's COW.

PART TWO
The COW seems to be a helpful motivator for some people and others find it overwhelming. As we begin to look forward to future challenges, please share your thoughts on the COW. I have included some ideas for you to comment about below, but you are welcome to write whatever you want about the COW. Feel free to post your thoughts here or send me a PM.

Tell me what you like or what you don't like. If you could change one thing about the COW what would it be? Have you participated? Why or why not? What motivates you to do the COW? Have the prizes been helpful or do they not matter? What is the best part of the COW? What part of the COW do you wish would go away? Do you find it easy to understand what is expected each week? What do you feel is most important to have as part of the COW?

I love the COW. It has helped me build a lot of good habits into my daily life. Thanks to the COW I took up piano at age 49. Even though I was on vacation and didn't see what the COW was until today, I still have quite a few points because many of the items are things that I do every day. I try to participate in the COW every week.

When I first started doing these challenges I think the COW was like a partridge in a pear tree and you added one item every week. After three or four items were on the list it seemed like it was too overwhelming and people gave it up. I like the format that we use now with fewer items. I think that more people participate because there aren't so many items and they rotate. I like the new part 2 of the COW because it is another opportunity for people to participate, even if they don't want to do part 1. I don't think a lot of people realize that you don't have to do all of the items of the COW but can pick and choose.

I think the prizes are a nice touch but I have to admit that they make me feel guilty because I worry that our coach is bearing all the expense. I think that we should come up with a way to be able to voluntarily pitch in for the prizes or the postage or something that doesn't go against the Disboards rules about that stuff.

I also like the pampering weeks. They are a nice change some really fun ideas have come about during those times.

Last, but not least, I want to say a big thank you to JenAnderson for being our COW coach and to donac for helping out. I think the COW is an important part of the BL challenges and one that we couldn't do without folks like you to run them.

Have a great evening all! I will be your coach this week -- I'm a left coaster so don't worry if the QOTD comes up a little late for you east coasters.

 

[flipflopmom]

Bree- Are you okay? Miss you! Hoping everything is all happy smiley at work!

Ann, Cam, Shelby, Dahly, and the rest I haven't heard from in a while! - miss you guys too! Hope you are all okay, and just too busy to check in!!

Lindsay - accidentally the quote part of the post I wanted to send to you. I know what you mean. I go out strong, then I'm struggling at the end. I'm going to work on a negative split for my long run in the morning. Hope it will help. Unfortuntely, my pace varies between 10.5 and 11.5, so I'm not sure how to do it exactly. I also get closer to 12 the last couple of miles of my long run. I might start at 12 for 2 miles, then 11.5 for 2 miles, then 11 for two miles, and just see what mile 7 brings. First time trying that distance, so I'm guessing mile 7 will bring back to 12!

As for the hanging weight, I did that for a few weeks. It was my lowest weight EVER, and I don't know how much was mental, and how much was stress. Try not to think about it, and it will happen. You weren't training for a half last time, so you know you've got this!!

Taryn--I have tried yoga, but honestly I am too hyper to move that slowly! I hate to think what I was like when I consumed caffeine! I need to get back to doing the 8 minute meditations.

Yoga is good for me in the mornings to stretch, especially after a hard run. I don't see a lot of mental benefits other than that, so I know what you mean! I'm pretty hyper myself. ONLY 30 MINUTES TODAY, remember!

Dh got home last night. When he went to bed he was so tired he collapsed on the bed and left me no room to sleep. I had to sleep in my ds's room.

Hope you had a chance to celebrate your anniversary after class, and so glad DH made it home safe!

Hi all. Just wanted you all to know I appreciate your support!

Glad you are back! I must say that seeing your clippie always motivates me and makes me smile, so I love it when you post! Good luck with your race! Hope you are feeling better.

What is your favorite way to enjoy a nice summer day outside of any outdoor workouts?

WDW of course! But just normal everyday? Dunno. I love to read a book by the pool, watch my kids splash around! Thanks for coaching this week! Great to connect to another member of the Commonwealth!

Oh, and I probably do need a quiet hobby. I used to knit and paint a lot, but i think this past year I just needed to not think about things and I needed things to not be quiet. Dealing with DS going away to college and starting a new job was all that I could handle. Does that make sense? When DS goes back to school, I might think about painting again.

I had a good day at work today. My new boss seems to be happy with the way things are going, so I'm glad about that.

I started learning to knit last spring, and it was going to be my winter activity. After Daddy died, I couldn't do it. I sat and cried, so no more knitting. I might have to pick it up again this winter. I know exactly what you mean. So glad work is going well. You mentioned being a schedule person, so I'm sure the new work schedule will help you balance!

I am back from vacation in Iowa where it was very hot and humid and the bugs were out in record numbers. It is hot in Idaho today but thank goodness no humidity.

I like to hang out in the gazebo with DH with a beer and admire the garden.

Welcome back! Now that your vacas are behind you, you'll definitely get it in gear, I have no fear. After Shannon's bear story, I thought your post said to hang out in the gazebo with DH and a bear..... After the picture you posted of your yard, I want to come hang out with you guys. Just gorgeous!

I didn't realize I was this weeks biggest loser...I just checked. Woo-hoo!

I did 3 miles in the heat and humidity after work and it wasn't all that bad. It looked like a thunder storm was going to start, but it sprinkled just a few drops to make it more like a steamy humidity, and that was it.

Give me your secret, b/c I had a run this week with steamy humidity, and it was like trying to run in the middle of the ocean with my lungs full of salt water.

Just trying to unwind a bit as I've been wound up quite tightly lately!

making sure you get rest and unwinding is very important. Cortisol, released during stress, makes you hold onto fat. So even if you think you are NOT doing something, you are! Take care of yourself! Enjoy your weekend!

But, for your point, I have a fairly decent blood glucose monitor. I am going to test myself throughout the day tomorrow and see if I notice anything.

Good idea! Hard candy should help too! Stay close on here, think about us when you get ready to binge. Maybe memorize some quotes or mottos and repeat them to yourself. Once you have beaten the urge a time or two, you'll feel stronger and more in control.

With all of that......How the heck am I going to afford sneakers. My husband and I both should be getting bonuses this year but not until october. I dont think I can wait until then. I guess I have to go outside and shake the money tree.

Lindsay - a piece of advice - I did some shopping at goodwill. I don't usually do that, but when I needed new clothes, and knew I WOULD be getting smaller, I didn't want to waste money on stuff I would hopefully not be wearing long. I know what you mean about school supplies,etc. I've got to do that this weekend.

Ugh! bad day...........no exercise besides 12hours ofdoing hair, and I just ate 2 large bowls of Just Right cereal, and now I have a stomach ache.....weigh in, in the morning...YIKES

12 hours of doing hair sounds like a lot!

I think the prizes are a nice touch but I have to admit that they make me feel guilty because I worry that our coach is bearing all the expense. I think that we should come up with a way to be able to voluntarily pitch in for the prizes or the postage or something that doesn't go against the Disboards rules about that stuff.

ITA!! I was thinking that to make sure we don't violate any rules, the people that want to help could just pick up somethings, and mail them ourselves. Jen could let us know who to send it to?

I've replied now, and I'm going to do a post all about my day in OZ!

 

[flipflopmom]

First - I AM NO LONGER OVERWEIGHT!!!! I HIT NORMAL BMI THIS AM!!!!!!

Well, I still have more to lose, and my mii is still chubby (thanks wii) but I am finally there!!!!!!!!! 3 pound loss this week!!! 60 lb clippie is MINE!!!

Now, on to my day in OZ:

Told you about construction going on. We got the all clear to move stuff back into some rooms late yesterday afternoon, principal asked us all to help. There were 4 classrooms of stuff to move, and it took about 30 of us 1hr and 45 minutes to do it. We had to go up and down stairs, heavy boxes and furniture. STRENGTH WORKOUT ANYONE? My quads and biceps are aching.

So about 30 minutes in, a storm rolls in. I am pretty sure it was a tornado, or very close. Rain starts pouring into the building. New classrooms are pouring in water around windows. Hallways start filling with water. Leaks. Water rolling under doors. The wind picked up, howling like a mad dog, and TARPS STARTED FLYING OFF THE ROOF! Principal made us stop, we got in a room, checked the weather, no tornado warning, just severe storm, so we got back to it. A huge piece of metal crashed into a glass door in the front of the building. No one was allowed to walk outside to leave (no one really wanted to) until it was over because of all the flying construction debris. When we did finally leave, the road was covered in tree branches, a tree in my back yard had the top taken out of it, same for another down the street.

I skipped gymnastics, the storm moved toward the gym VERY SLOWLY, so I wasnt' driving in it!!! Checked on Mom and the girls, they were fine.

Girls decided to stay w/ mom for the night. Another BAD storm rolls in. I call Mom, probably 15 times every 30 minutes, no answer. Called my brother, who lives 2 houses down, no answer. By this time, it's 9pm, storms are gone, and DH is going to work, and we are both antsy about not getting in touch with mom. He leaves for work, I head to mom's. Debris all in the roads, but everyone has power. I get to mom's, and there are no lights on. At 9:20. My girls, nor my mom, are ever in the bed this early. I park, peak in the windows, see the microwave numbers, there is a light. Call again, no answer. No nightlights on.

Drive to my brother's, his phone is okay. He goes back with me. We take a flashlight, look it. No signs of anyone. At this point, we've decided that they are in the bed, but worry that something could be wrong with mom for her to be in the bed this early. And if her phone is not working, could she have tried to call for help? After we've shined the light in, and talked outside, we both knew that we had to go in, b/c if they had heard us, the police would be on the way.

Got my key, went in, and go into mom's room. AK is crying hysterically. "There's someone in the house Granny, there's someone in the house." I TOLD YOU I HEARD SOMETHING. Mom's not moving or answering. I say "MOMMA" and AK screams "MOMMY!!!!!"""" Got mom to answer me. Turns out, she was just trying to get the girls to go to sleep, so that's why she wasn't talking. (Pretend to be asleep so they will?) Of course, my girls get up, and want to go home. Brother and I try to figure out what's going on with the phone, it lights up that someone is calling, but no ringer. It wasn't muted. NO idea, probably storm related. It had been lighting up while they were in the bed every time I called, and AK noticed and was freaked out!

So, I finally bring the girls home at 11, satisfied that mom could call us if she needed to. Sophie had just wanted to go to bed early.. I felt bad for inciting the drama, but there was no way I could have slept until I knew they were all okay!

So definitely a wild day, with wayyy too much drama and adrenaline.

Hoping for a calmer day today! Have a great weighin and Friday everyone!
Taryn

 

[mikamah]

Give me your secret, b/c I had a run this week with steamy humidity, and it was like trying to run in the middle of the ocean with my lungs full of salt water.

I have so felt that feeling too. My secret is slow, slow, slow. 15-16 min miles, but yesterday I was also on a bit of high of having 2 hours to myself before michael's bus got home from camp.

First - I AM NO LONGER OVERWEIGHT!!!! I HIT NORMAL BMI THIS AM!!!!!!

Well, I still have more to lose, and my mii is still chubby (thanks wii) but I am finally there!!!!!!!!! 3 pound loss this week!!! 60 lb clippie is MINE!!!

Whoo hoo!!!!! Congratulations on being NORMAL, in weight anyways. that is awesome, Taryn, and you should be so proud. I'm just working on getting back to overweight. I think those mii's are aiming for the low normal range, and I don't like it one bit.
What a scary storm you had. Glad everything was ok with everyone.

Also we are going to check out our route to Storyland and see where to stop along the way for fun and/or shopping and food! Really looking forward to this weekend trip!!

Have you been through the outlets of North Conway before? There's a big mall, settlers green on the right as you head up toward storyland and we always had good luck at the gap, old navy and place outlets, especially if you're in need of back to school. I also think there's usually way more cute girl's clothes in all those places, so that would be good for you. On the left is a big mcdonalds with a big play structure and my friend and I have been known to leave our kids with her husband at mcd's and hit a few stores alone. Have fun.

Tracey-Enjoy Storyland! I loved going there when we used to live in NH. We went pretty frequently actually. I can still remember hanging out in the Old Lady’s shoe.

Michael loved the shoe, too, and trying to collect as many stickers from the old lady as she'll give him.

Thank you so much kathy, I promise myself and all of my new friends on here that I wont give up this time. I know this because I have you all here to keep me going. I can not thank everyone enough. Kathy you are so awesome you always know what to say to make me feel better.

I did get a 2 1/2 mile run in tonight. It's so humid out that I have decided to just keep the runs short. It took me 30 minutes so I guess its still a good amt. of exercise. My leg kinda got tight again in the last few minutes of the run. I really think I need new sneakers. The problem is that I also need to get my son back to school supplies and clothes. My younger son also starts sunday school this year so he needs dress clothes and shoes. I am shrinking out of my work clothes and barely have any shirts left that fit me well so I need to get some new tops and probably soon some new pants. With all of that......How the heck am I going to afford sneakers. My husband and I both should be getting bonuses this year but not until october. I dont think I can wait until then. I guess I have to go outside and shake the money tree.

Thank you, Lindsay. It's so frustrating some days, but we can never give up. hugs on the money. I second Taryn's idea for second hand clothes, and maybe even for your ds too. I know there's some great consignment shops around here. If you find that money tree, send me some seeds so I can plant one too. I know it's hard to spend money on yourself, but the shoes are an investment in your healthy and whole family's happiness. If mama ain't happy, noone's happy.

Freschetta pizza tonight. I swear its like a drug for us

Have you tried Palermo's pizza? Yummy, thin crust, and low cal for pizza. I'll throw some extra vegies and chick on too.

Ugh! bad day...........no exercise besides 12hours ofdoing hair, and I just ate 2 large bowls of Just Right cereal, and now I have a stomach ache.....weigh in, in the morning...YIKES

I think the prizes are a nice touch but I have to admit that they make me feel guilty because I worry that our coach is bearing all the expense. I think that we should come up with a way to be able to voluntarily pitch in for the prizes or the postage or something that doesn't go against the Disboards rules about that stuff.

I also like the pampering weeks. They are a nice change some really fun ideas have come about during those times.

Last, but not least, I want to say a big thank you to JenAnderson for being our COW coach and to donac for helping out. I think the COW is an important part of the BL challenges and one that we couldn't do without folks like you to run them.

Have a great evening all! I will be your coach this week -- I'm a left coaster so don't worry if the QOTD comes up a little late for you east coasters.

I think that's a great idea for whoever wants to help pitch in for the prizes. I too, am very grateful for all that Jen, Shannon, Dona, and you, Lisa do for these challenges to keep them going and so much fun and support. You all are the best.

Thanks for coaching this week, Lisa.

Well, I'm down .6 this week, and once again back to 209.6. Gosh darn it, I am going to stay in this decade once and for all.

Have a great friday!!

 

[lisah0711]

Good morning all!

Thanks, Maureen, for being our coach last week! I will be your coach this week.

Please be sure and PM those weigh in numbers to LuvBaloo and COW numbers to JenAnderson today.

As expected, I had a gain this week but it was only two pounds not the four that showed in the scale yesterday. I think I can knock those two pounds down pretty quickly since I am back on track right away from vacation. Those two pounds cost me my 35 lb clippie so I am just going to remove it for now. It is good incentive to get it back as well as my 40 lb clippie. I think I am finally at the point where I don't want to keep losing these few pounds and MOVE ON!

Oh My Goodness!

I didn't realize I was this weeks biggest loser...I just checked. Woo-hoo!

I know we are all working hard at making better choices, being more fit and exercising more but I don't think I'd be doing so well without the W.I.S.H. board. Thanks to everyone here.

Congratulations! That BL clippie looks great on you!

I did 3 miles in the heat and humidity after work and it wasn't all that bad. It looked like a thunder storm was going to start, but it sprinkled just a few drops to make it more like a steamy humidity, and that was it. I did journal my food all week, but went over my flex points, and that's not counting six flags, so I'll be happy with a maintain tomorrow. I've only got 2 weeks til vacation, but I'm feeling like this year I'll be more in control and I plan to eat healthier, and get my runs in.

You are doing wonderfully with your exercise this summer, Kathy! And look at you planning to run on vacation!

Also we are going to check out our route to Storyland and see where to stop along the way for fun and/or shopping and food! Really looking forward to this weekend trip!

Enjoy your week-end getaway, Tracey! Storyland makes me think of Storybook Land at Disneyland.

Ahhh, my message went poof. I will try again. This time, in Word with my trust friends "Cut" and "Paste."

Darn that old poof fairy anyway!

Thank you so much kathy, I promise myself and all of my new friends on here that I wont give up this time. I know this because I have you all here to keep me going. I can not thank everyone enough.

Go, Lindsay, go!

Ugh! bad day...........no exercise besides 12hours ofdoing hair, and I just ate 2 large bowls of Just Right cereal, and now I have a stomach ache.....weigh in, in the morning...YIKES

Sorry for your bad day. You've had a rough couple of weeks. Remember to be sure and take care of yourself, too.

First - I AM NO LONGER OVERWEIGHT!!!! I HIT NORMAL BMI THIS AM!!!!!!

Well, I still have more to lose, and my mii is still chubby (thanks wii) but I am finally there!!!!!!!!! 3 pound loss this week!!! 60 lb clippie is MINE!!!

Normal BMI! Love your new clippie, too! And don't worry about that silly old mii -- it will get with the program soon!

for all the drama with the storm. I totally don't blame you for going over to check on things. We have an old fashioned plug in phone for just those times when the electronic phones go out -- they are about $10 at Target and work even without electricity. I'm glad everyone is okay!

BRB with the QOTD.

 

[lisah0711]

I'm kind of feeling like I need to review the basics and reflect a little about where I am and where I want to be going on this journey. Those of you who have participated in these challenges before may remember this article from Sparkpeople.com but I think it is a good reminder for all of us, especially in the dog days of summer.

Do You Suffer from Diet Rage?
Rules of the Road to Help You Reach Your Destination-- By Mike Kramer, Staff Writer

After slowing down to an unexplained stop for the 147th time in the space of 2 miles, I decided that I hated the world. Surrounding me were an ocean of maddening brake lights, rain pelting the windshield and thousands of tons of steel and fiberglass flung around by a clueless pack of selfish morons who obviously didn’t know the first thing about driving!!

It was in serious danger of ruining my whole day.

Is there anything more frustrating than being bogged down in traffic? Most all of us have been there before. That discouraged, fed up feeling that just makes us want to throw up our hands in surrender or lay them on the horn.

Thankfully, I stopped muttering helplessly and started thinking instead. And I realized that I often witness another type of "road rage" – the frustration that builds on the road to weight loss: Diet Rage.

Think about your dieting history. Does it give you the same feeling as an exasperating traffic jam? You never quite get where you want to go as fast as you want to get there. You get aggravated, yell (usually at yourself), and see people in other lanes going faster than you (how do they DO that?!), and it usually ends up ruining your day.

Here’s the lesson: Getting frustrated with your diet does no more good than getting frustrated in traffic. It just makes you unhappy, unsuccessful and tense.

By the time I got to work (it was a long commute), I noticed a lot of things that we, as weight loss veterans, can learn from traffic jams. Next time you start to feel frustrated with your weight loss progress, keep these "lessons of the road" in mind:

Pay less attention to how much further you have to travel. Stop asking yourself "are we there yet?" You’ll get there when you get there. Instead, look at the scenery, think about life, carry on a conversation, sing along with the radio, or simply be thankful for how far you’ve come.

The journey is always more fun with a passenger. Have you asked anyone along for the ride?

You know the route you need to take to reach your weight loss goals. It’s already mapped out. As long as you stay pointed in the right direction, you’ll get there. Even in the worst traffic jams, you still get to your destination at some point. It’s the same way with dieting – just a matter of time. It may take longer than you first expected, but you will get there.

There will always be periods of stopping and starting. It’s something that you should just anticipate and allow for. No use getting upset or stressed about not making progress. It’s a normal part of the journey.

Sometimes, you’ve just gotta go with the flow of what’s going on around you. Life can present some situations that you really can’t do anything about. When that happens, staying straight and steady – doing the best that you can – will keep you on track and sane. In traffic, impatient people stop, change lanes, weave in and out of other cars, driving themselves and everyone else crazy – and in the end, usually don’t get any farther along than you do by staying put and going with the flow.

Shortcuts never work.

Driving too fast is dangerous. That’s why they call it "crash" dieting. Slow down, take what life gives you, and make sure you arrive at your destination in good health.

I finally did get to my destination after all. Hands were pried away from the steering wheel, teeth were unclenched, and a few aspirin were popped. Of course, people in the cars around me probably had a good laugh at my arm-waving and soundless yelling. Funny how we can lose our senses when faced with something that frustrates us, whether it’s traffic or our diets.

Thanks to these insights, my story had a happy ending. Hopefully, remembering these rules will help you reach your destination sooner – and more content – than you expected.

Here is the link to the article. http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivation_articles.asp?id=346

QOTD for Friday, 8/6: So tell us how would you rate your "diet rage"? Your choices are:

Low- I'm moving slowly, but I'm on my way!

Moderate- Everyone's moving except me

High- I'm screaming but no one can hear me!

All Over The Board- It's stop and go all the way

I'm going with all over the board. It's stop and go now but I think that traffic is breaking up and I will be moving again!

Good luck with those weigh ins!

 

[tigger813]

QOTD: I would have to say that right now it's stop and go all the way!

At work this morning. Kids are watching Mary Poppins. Not sure how long I'll be here, probably until at least noon! Hoping the kids will cooperate. I'll give them a nice treat later if they're good!

Gotta run!

 

[JOANNEL]

Good morning all,

Well again no loss, but no gain either so I will take it. I am stuck in a funk. Ds # 1 is moving today. I visited DS # 2 last week end in San Antionio wile he is there from Germany for 2 months. It was fun, but I do miss him.

I have been on a few job interviews and it really stinks. They think since the economy is so bad they can pay crap for some one with a degree and 20+ years of experience. It's amazing.

Hopefully Monday I will get back in the exercise and eating better mode.

Good luck today all.

 

[donac]

Good morning

No Class today Just sitting around the house not doing too much. Dh went to run some errands. We have the next couple of days by ourselves since ds1 is still in DW.

We are going out for our anniversary today. I got home from class yesterday and we headed out. We were going to get something to eat and then pick up the dog. Well dh forgot to stop to get something to eat and went straight to the kennel. ANd he didn't want her in the house alone so we went to Wendy's. I had a salad and dh had chili. Not the greatest of anniversary dinners but it will do.

Off to get somethings done around here even though I don't feel like it.

Will be on more this weekend and make some comments.

HAve a great day

 

[Rose&Mike]

Connie and SarahMay--Hope you have great races this weekend!

I did 3 miles in the heat and humidity after work and it wasn't all that bad. It looked like a thunder storm was going to start, but it sprinkled just a few drops to make it more like a steamy humidity, and that was it. I did journal my food all week, but went over my flex points, and that's not counting six flags, so I'll be happy with a maintain tomorrow. I've only got 2 weeks til vacation, but I'm feeling like this year I'll be more in control and I plan to eat healthier, and get my runs in.

Have a nice evening. Good luck with weighin tomorrow!! Get that extra glass of water in tonight to help flush those extra ounces out tomorrow.

Yea for exercising despite this nasty weather! It's so hard sometimes.

I did get a 2 1/2 mile run in tonight. It's so humid out that I have decided to just keep the runs short. It took me 30 minutes so I guess its still a good amt. of exercise. My leg kinda got tight again in the last few minutes of the run. I really think I need new sneakers. The problem is that I also need to get my son back to school supplies and clothes. My younger son also starts sunday school this year so he needs dress clothes and shoes. I am shrinking out of my work clothes and barely have any shirts left that fit me well so I need to get some new tops and probably soon some new pants. With all of that......How the heck am I going to afford sneakers. My husband and I both should be getting bonuses this year but not until october. I dont think I can wait until then. I guess I have to go outside and shake the money tree.

Here's some extra for everyone weighing in tomorrow. I hope the scale is good to you.

We're lucky right now in that the money tree is being kind to us. It does get expensive to keep replacing clothes. I just realized the other day that I have no pants for fall that will fit, maybe a couple of pairs of jeans, nothing for work. If you can swing the running shoes, I say do it. It makes such a difference. I was having so much ankle and foot soreness before my new shoes. You definitely don't want to derail all of your hard work with an injury.

Ugh! bad day...........no exercise besides 12hours ofdoing hair, and I just ate 2 large bowls of Just Right cereal, and now I have a stomach ache.....weigh in, in the morning...YIKES

Hope you are feeling better.

I started learning to knit last spring, and it was going to be my winter activity. After Daddy died, I couldn't do it. I sat and cried, so no more knitting. I might have to pick it up again this winter. I know exactly what you mean. So glad work is going well. You mentioned being a schedule person, so I'm sure the new work schedule will help you balance!

Thanks for sharing this. Congrats on the normal BMI! Isn't it an awesome feeling! Storms scare me to death, so for your very long night.

:Well, I'm down .6 this week, and once again back to 209.6. Gosh darn it, I am going to stay in this decade once and for all.

Have a great friday!!

You can do it Kathy!!

Lisa--I know you will get your clippies back soon!

Well, I stuck to my 30 minutes this morning--35 with a cooldown. I am taking my weight after my workout, which I don't normally do, but I was .4 before the workout from my 40lb. clippie! I am happy to say I now have my 40 pound clippie! Hopefully I can hold onto it this week, because I have no wiggle room! And I am now in the 140s--barely. I have not seen the 140s since my early 20s. I am having a little bit of heel soreness today, but I'm hoping it's from wearing really flat (though cute) flipflops yesterday and not a sign of something bad to come. I am really paranoid about injuries.

DS is cutting the grass--which I really thought I would have to nag him to do, so I'm happy about that. I think we'll go out to lunch this afternoon. We still haven't decided if we're going to drive him back to school next weekend or just stick him on the plane. This visit has gone pretty well (after the drama at the beginning), but I know it's time for him to go back and I'm good with that. He misses his friends, and I miss my time with Mike.

Have a great day everyone! I'm off to change my clippie!

 

[jbm02]

Short and sweet post here.

Thanks everybody who was here with me for my coaching week. I had a lot of fun and learned a lot about everybody. And I know whoever is next will have lots of fun too.

Have great nights and an even better weekend

Maureen
I wasn't able to post very often but I had a great time following you!! Thanks so much for coaching last week!!

First - I AM NO LONGER OVERWEIGHT!!!! I HIT NORMAL BMI THIS AM!!!!!!

Well, I still have more to lose, and my mii is still chubby (thanks wii) but I am finally there!!!!!!!!! 3 pound loss this week!!! 60 lb clippie is MINE!!!

WOOOHOOO Taryn, WAY TO GO!!!!!!! I'm still not there yet but working on it...and my mii looks like an M&M with eyes!!!

Have you tried Palermo's pizza? Yummy, thin crust, and low cal for pizza. I'll throw some extra vegies and chick on too.



I think that's a great idea for whoever wants to help pitch in for the prizes. I too, am very grateful for all that Jen, Shannon, Dona, and you, Lisa do for these challenges to keep them going and so much fun and support. You all are the best.

Thanks for coaching this week, Lisa.

Well, I'm down .6 this week, and once again back to 209.6. Gosh darn it, I am going to stay in this decade once and for all.

Have a great friday!!

..writing down Palermo's pizza - is that in the frozen or organic aisle???

Ditto on the shout out to Shannon, Jen, Dona, Lisa and all of the great coaches we have on this site. I am not sure all of you realize what an impact you have on those of us who need the support. We can't thank you enough!!

I'm kind of feeling like I need to review the basics and reflect a little about where I am and where I want to be going on this journey. Those of you who have participated in these challenges before may remember this article from Sparkpeople.com but I think it is a good reminder for all of us, especially in the dog days of summer.

Do You Suffer from Diet Rage?

QOTD for Friday, 8/6: So tell us how would you rate your "diet rage"? Your choices are:

Low- I'm moving slowly, but I'm on my way!

Moderate- Everyone's moving except me

High- I'm screaming but no one can hear me!

All Over The Board- It's stop and go all the way

I'm going with all over the board. It's stop and go now but I think that traffic is breaking up and I will be moving again!

Good luck with those weigh ins!

Unfortunately, I'm probably at "high". I have been losing and gaining back the same .5 pounds this session and it is making me crazy. I've changed my diet (tried to eat more mini meals, then tried to change my caloric intake, then tried to change the times of my meals, etc etc), changed my exercise (running more, only 1 rest day now, etc) but I am still stuck in a rut that is very frustrating. I know that eventually I'll find my way out of it - because I am NOT supposed to be 150 pounds when I am only 5'2" feet tall!! - but the journey there is, in the symbolism if the article, like a huge parking jam and I'm wedged inthe middle of everyone with no where to go. AARGH. ...okay, vent done. LOL.

Today's boot camp class was really great. The first 30 minutes were 3 min intervals of cardio and 3 min intervals of weight work. Then we headed outside for a 5K run. Because today is my 4 mi run day (per my training program for my half marathon in October...), I asked how to add extra on the run and managed to have 4.25 miles in all before 6:15AM. yay, me. LOL And even better, I now have a new running route!

..we're off to pick the kids up from camp today at 1PM. It's a 3 hour drive. We'll probably stop somewhere along the way home for dinner. DH and I went out the other night to his favorite place. For me, it was kind of a disaster. There was absolutely nothing low-cal or healthy on the menu. Even the chicken sandwiches were listed as positively dripping in cheese. They had no low cal dressing for salads. I ended up with a bowl of soup. Even that wasn't a great choice but it was the best I could do. On the positive side, I can say that I didn't want any of the fried food or cheese and/or bacon laden sandwiches. So it wasn't a matter of feeling deprived. Just kind of PO'd that this menu almost forces me to choose between a night out with my DH versus a night of healthy eating. ...okay, second vent done.

I have drill this weekend so I'll be popping in and out (but won't be able to post). Have a great weekend everyone!
Jude