Biggest Loser 10 Fall Challenge -- for losers and maintainers :)

[Rose&Mike]

Deb--Congrats on the job!!!

Lisa--I have plantar flare ups. I am not a doctor, nor do I play one on tv, but here's what works for me. I wear my inserts for long runs. I try to stretch my feet backwards everytime before I get out of bed, and I bought the stick. The stick is like torture--seriously--but it really works for me. For me there is a knot that forms in my calves just to the outside part of the back of my calf. The stick is this thing that you can get at a running store and you basically do deep tissue massage over the area until it breaks the knot up. It can be pretty uncomfortable, but worked like a charm. Now when my heels start getting sore, I rub out my calves for a few days. A couple of time I have had knots starting to form again. Plantar stinks. I hope you find something that works.

Let me start by saying--no hugs needed, etc. Just need to share. My DS had a complete meltdown today. He called me twice before work and once at work around lunchtime. When he called at work he was talking about dropping out of school. Then his phone died--but I didn't know his phone died, I thought he had hung up. So after an hour Mike called someone we know who works at the school and had her check on him. He had emailed me, but I don't check email at work. Anyhow, just got done talking to him and he is still a mess, but doing a little better. This is just killing me, being so far away. I thought since freshman year was so easy, we were not going to have to do this, but this year has been hard. It's so hard to know if this is normal teenage stuff or something we should be more worried about. Anyhow, really no comments needed. I'm skipping my run tonight--I am so tired.

Connie--I was Jessie last year for Halloween and Mike was Woody. I made the costumes and I thought they were cute. If you give me until tomorrow I will post some ideas. It was pretty easy.

 

[keenercam]

Rose -- I am completely traumatized on your behalf. I can imagine all too easily how worried you are especially because DS is so far away. I hope he is just having a bad day. I hope you can get some rest tonight, sweetie.

 

[tigger813]

Deb-on the new job!!!!!

to all who need them.

I got in about 2.75 miles more tonight so I'm at about 6 for the day plus the cardio sculpting workout!

Drinking my water again now before I go out to pick DD1 up at dancing. DD2 is in the tub playing. Beautiful night here and about 50 degrees. Enjoyed the time to myself. I'm going to miss it when the season ends!!!!

Just hope I didn't blow it at dinner tonight. I had a piece of Italian bread with lite Country Crock and some TJs Orange chicken. I should be ok since I put in the exercise and am drinking the right fluids today. I just don't want a gain this week after the great week I had last week.

TTFN

 

[donac]

Rose I can just imagine how stressed you are right now. Sending good thoughts to you.

Deb Congrats on the new job.

 

[flipflopmom]

Seriously, I do not have the right mindset to be productive at home...it's a failing I have, and I recognize it. I applaud all of you busy SAHMs and everything you accomplish. Especially with little kids, I can't imagine not having breaks. I know it is hard work -- and I know I'm not up to the challenge!

I'll respond to the SAHM mom debate here, but it applies to the others. I guess being a kindergarten teacher, being at home is a break. It's in my blood so much, I do have a schedule for the kids, 3 days a week. 2 are just for fun. This is the summers. I sometimes feel like I do what SAHM do, just for 18 kids, then come home, do what SAHM moms do that have kids at school, etc..... Make sense? I know that I would love it, thrive on it, etc. It wasn't in the cards. When Brad proposed, my Daddy said "You do realize he's not rich enough for your fantasties?" He knew I wanted to stay home, have a bunch of babies, and a DH that could support us without worrying. My answer was that you can't control who you fall in love with!

Where do you stand on shipping items to out-of-town customers?? I think I've been to one party and I bought one thing, but I wouldn't mind looking online and seeing if there's anything I can't live without. I can't guarantee that I'd buy anything, but I wouldn't mind being on your email list. If out-of-town customers would be too much trouble, that's fine. Otherwise, let me know and I'll PM my email address to you. Okay, the "out of control eating chips and pretzels" reminded me... last night with my Amy's meal at dinner, I also ate about a 3rd of a BIG bag of baby carrots. I figure if I'm gonna zone out in munching, it better be veggies. Not ideal, but there are worse things. (I really did need about two servings, but I probably had 4 or 5.)

I love it when we have tons of munchable veggies on hand. That was my dinner last night. I'll shoot you an email reampered Chef stuff. I *think* I could just add your order to a show. Normally the orders are shipped to the hostess from the company, but I KNOW I read SOMEWHERE in the last 2 days that out of town orders are just sent to the person directly.

I can get a cortisone shot if I have to but I swore I would have another baby without an epidural before I did that again!

Brad had to have a cortisone shot for his PF before our first WDW trip. 2 in fact. He said it was undescribable pain, but then he wanted to kiss the dr. it felt so much better immediately afterwards.

Thanks for the thoughts… I’m not a gambler, I’m honest to a fault and cannot keep a secret. I’ve never had the movie kind of romance and always was curious I guess. What it would be like to be with someone who is in love with you and attracted to you and vice versa. But it was just that. My minds telling me to stay away but it’s like a drug to be near him.

Hugs to you. That sounds like sooo much to deal with. No advice, we're hear if you need us!

Jenn said "Mom, why are you looking for that mug? You are the LEAST "all about me" person I know." And when I asked her to explain she said she really believes I always put everyone else first. And she told me I am not allowed to like Tink best because I have nothing in common with her.

That is one of the sweetest, and truest, things I have ever heard!!!

Part 2... I've got no particular tricks, I just like breakfast. I'm perfectly happy eating breakfast the minute my feet touch the floor.

Thanks for the reminder. I am not a huge breakfast person. At WDW, I love it. Otherwise, a Kashi bar or Fiber One bar and a glass of milk do me just fine. I do eat some veggies or a cheese stick around 10:00 w/ my class' morning snack!

Then his phone died--but I didn't know his phone died, I thought he had hung up. So after an hour Mike called someone we know who works at the school and had her check on him. He had emailed me, but I don't check email at work. Anyhow, just got done talking to him and he is still a mess, but doing a little better. This is just killing me, being so far away.

Being a mom is tough. Really tough. No matter how old your children are.

Coupled with a hard workout, eating lunch too late in the day before the workout out and feeling sick, I ended up crying on the way home and having to lie down for awhile when I got home. I just feel very discouraged and that I am not strong enough to reach my goals of running the Princess.

Sounds like someone needs to give herself a break. Sounds like someone has been killing us with the workouts. Sounds like a good's night sleep or 4 might help!

That evening we went to a book signing and presentation by Chef Rick Bayless (loved him since culinary school!) which was lots of fun.

DH and I have a pipe dream of attending culinary school, and opening a catering business or restaurant .

My favorite character is Goofy. He's a loyal friend and makes me laugh. My second favorite is Cinderella. Also got the barefoot shoes and I'm loving them when I run. They look crazy, but keep my feet from hurting halfway through my run.

The Vibram Five Fingers ones? They make my toes itch just looking at them!

I did have my thyroid and cholesterol rechecked 2 weeks ago and my cholesterol went down 15 points in the last 4 months. I just need to improve my HDL/LDL ratio.

That's awesome! I have my yearly bloodwork done tomorrow. It would stink to lose 66 pounds and my numbers be worse! I wouldn't be surprised if my bp is up, though. Never worry about posting something that seems trivial to you. For me, it helps me get my mind off my problems!

"Mrs. Coffey we never knew you had a dark side."

That's great!

II GOT A JOB!!! Of the 3 jobs that I interviewed for this one seemed the best fit. While it is all on the telephone, it is a stepping stone into an up and coming company. I'm excited to see what this company will offer me down the road. This is GroSolar. I'm excited. I will start on Nov. 1st. That gives me a week and a half to finish some projects that I've started.

That sounds great! DH had looked into a company that sells solar panels. He's trying to talk AK into going into some kind of environmental research field, you know, in 7 years when she goes to college. I bet there is a lot of opportunity waiting for you!

Off to be productive some more! So far 3 home shows and 1 catalogue show booked. Now, just to learn what to do to make them successful enough to get what I need in the first 30 days!!! Half of this week's homework is done. Laundry and dishes SORTA under control. Kids playing nicely. DH still at work!. Second 12 hour day for him this week!@ Of course, he'll be DONE when he gets home, but in a good way!

Night everyone!
Taryn

 

[Dreamer24]

It's been a bad first half of the week for me and I'm worried it's only going to get worse. It's been a stressful work week and I've been eating crap and not exercising. My both is this weekend and I am worried that means meals out and no exercise. No more eating tonight and I need to get myself moving tomorrow. I have my meals planned out, a set time for the gym and I will check in at least twice on the thread tomorrow.

 

[tggrrstarr]

QOTD for Tuesday: Who is your favorite Disney Character and Why.

Stitch is my favorite character. I love how naughty he is and I guess I can be a little bit like that from time to time.

I GOT A JOB!!!

Congratulations!

Thanks for reminding me, Connie, that I meant to respond to part two of HH.

Me too! My breakfasts are always pretty much unplanned. Sometimes I am hungry first thing, other times its about an hour after I wake up. I always have a protein bar as a backup, other times I make a breakfast sandwich or pancakes.

Well I had my doctor's appointment today for my knee. No more P90x or C25k for me for a while. He thinks my kneecap has fluid in it or something, I have a prescription for ibuprofin for a few days and he gave me the ok to continue my walking, thank God! Got a few xrays done so we will see if they give any further information. He told me to focus on upper body routines for a while, I can use a few of the p90x dvd's for that. As long as I don't injure it worse before my WDW trip!
I only ended up skipping two days of walking due to my knee, and I somehow managed to lose a pound between the two days! I took a two mile walk today after my appointment with very little discomfort, so hopefully it will stay like this.

 

[cclovesdis]

Good Evening,

I promised myself I would get caught up here and I think I'm all set. (That is, if the "poof" fairy stays in her home. )

Today was a good day. I still need to drink some more water. I am going to try something different for meals tomorrow. I think that I need to "surprise" my body a bit and do a day of low-carb. I can handle 1 day of that and doing so seems to help. I have no idea where my weight is, but I've had a lot of carbs today so I figure that low-carb is in order.

Have a great day tomorow everyone!

QOTD: because I try to be full of energy like him. Somedays my brain seems to be scattered like his. I just love his enthusiasm!

We love your enthusiasm too Tigger!

My favorite character is Jessie. She's tough on the outside because she had to be.

Ooooh. I had forgotten about her. Great choice!

Deb: Great job with the closet! Hope tonight went well!

CC - -Congratulations on the job!!!! I am so happy for you! When does it start?

Thanks! I am currently scheduled for training next week. But, I’m not sure when I’ll start working with the kids.

Today was a better day for me. 2 pounds were gone from my unexpected 3 lb gain yesterday

We did end up booking our trip to Dublin after all even though I missed the super cheap airfare.

Did C25K W5D1 this afternoon. Ran the whole way into a very strong wind.

CC: CONGRATS on your new job!

for everything! Enjoy your trip!

Thanks!

 

[cclovesdis]

The last who runs the center said last night that I should be a wellness coach. We talk every morning and she thinks I would be a great inspiration for others. I have thought about it. I don't always eat healthy but I do know how to refocus my energies when necessary.

I definitely think you should really think about this. I can so see you in this role!

Congrats on the new job, CC! I have no idea what those acronyms mean but as long as you do that is the important thing!

I'm jumping on the one day at a time bandwagon. My PF is flaring up again and my whole left leg is uncomfortable from the hip downward. Yesterday I worked out with my trainer and did a workout called "Gravity" which is a system like Nautilus with a slant board and various exercises. Having my leg hurt makes me very nervous with the Princess training about to start. Coupled with a hard workout, eating lunch too late in the day before the workout out and feeling sick, I ended up crying on the way home and having to lie down for awhile when I got home. I just feel very discouraged and that I am not strong enough to reach my goals of running the Princess. This is in spite of losing 4 inches with WIN! and being totally on track with my weight loss. So I am going to take it easy exercise wise for the next few days and see if I can get to feeling a little stronger and better about things.

Thanks! NCLB is No Child Left Behind.

on your PF. Remember, you are doing so well! 4 inches is huge!

Hey everyone!

Good to hear from you. on the SAHM comments. One of the neighbors is one and she is hardly a couch-lounger. I don’t think she’s ever home.

Enjoy your trip!

Just finished my 5K for the day!

On week 7 of C25K, but I actually pushed myself to see how long I could run. I did 31.5 minutes and actually completed a 5k.

You are rocking C25K! Just remember not to push yourself too hard.

The concert sounds like it was spectacular!

Two workouts down, 1 to go at the track tonight.

to that too! (I won’t tell you what my sister and I still do. )

I did have my thyroid and cholesterol rechecked 2 weeks ago and my cholesterol went down 15 points in the last 4 months.

Also, like Taryn said, feel free to post anything (well, almost anything). I would not be nearly in the place I am if it wasn’t for everyone here!

I will post pictures when I get it finished. I do love home improvement projects and want to get a few done while I'm still home during the day.

Great! Can’t wait to see!

It is funny you should say this about me.

A couple of years ago I bought the villians poster they were selling at the studios. I put it over the door in my classroom. One of my better classes asked me "Why" When I told them that I liked the villians the most some one said "Mrs. Coffey we never knew you had a dark side."

That’s so cute!

Maria: I wouldn’t worry. I know I understood that you meant how things would for work for you as a SAHM. Connie said it beautifully! Each person is different and what works for one might not work for someone else.

Okay, the "out of control eating chips and pretzels" reminded me... last night with my Amy's meal at dinner, I also ate about a 3rd of a BIG bag of baby carrots. I figure if I'm gonna zone out in munching, it better be veggies. Not ideal, but there are worse things. (I really did need about two servings, but I probably had 4 or 5.)

It’s so funny that you posted this. I often have baby carrots for lunch. Mine were horrible and I just bought them. How were yours?

 

[cclovesdis]

I'm on track eating wise and going to take off exercise today. I'm going to skip the last chance workout tomorrow, too. I can do one later this week if my foot feels better.

for a good day. I know you WISH you could exercise, but I think you made the right choice.

50sjayne:

And, see, I saw myself in your comment so it never occurred to me that anyone might be offended. I think that being a SAHM is a calling that some of us have and some of us don't. We are each well-suited to a particular career path and that may be SAHM and it may be the military or it may be teaching or web-design or real estate or nursing or missions work or anything else under the sun. I think we probably all know a woman or two who call themselves SAHMs and don't really do anything. Then again, I'm supposed to be working right now and look what I'm actually doing. But, if anyone has been called to be a SAHM and they're doing it to the best of their abilities (and then some), then I think they have the complete respect of all of us here.

Very well said!

I have to share a funny story that today's QOTD reminded me about. A couple of years ago, Howard, Jenn, Andrew and I were all in the Disney Store (yes, we still have one in our mall) and I was looking for a particular Tink mug I'd seen in World of Disney at DTD where Tink is on the front and it says "Yes, it IS all about me!" on the back. Jenn said "Mom, why are you looking for that mug? You are the LEAST "all about me" person I know." And when I asked her to explain she said she really believes I always put everyone else first. And she told me I am not allowed to like Tink best because I have nothing in common with her. Sweet, huh?

I love your DD! ITA with Taryn!

I guess the key for me is to be prepared and to have stuff around. Otherwise, I just wouldn't bother to eat unless my stomach was growling at me.

I know that feeling.

Rose: I’m just going to say that I hope tomorrow is a better day.

I got in about 2.75 miles more tonight so I'm at about 6 for the day plus the cardio sculpting workout!

More for you!

It's been a bad first half of the week for me and I'm worried it's only going to get worse. It's been a stressful work week and I've been eating crap and not exercising. My both is this weekend and I am worried that means meals out and no exercise. No more eating tonight and I need to get myself moving tomorrow. I have my meals planned out, a set time for the gym and I will check in at least twice on the thread tomorrow.

You have a plan and that is crucial. I can still remember the first day I walked into a Weight Watchers Center. I knew so little about the program, but my BFF had had success with it and I figured why not? I walked out of there with a plan for the first time in too long and I felt so much better. You CAN and WILL do this!

Well I had my doctor's appointment today for my knee. No more P90x or C25k for me for a while. He thinks my kneecap has fluid in it or something, I have a prescription for ibuprofin for a few days and he gave me the ok to continue my walking, thank God! Got a few xrays done so we will see if they give any further information. He told me to focus on upper body routines for a while, I can use a few of the p90x dvd's for that. As long as I don't injure it worse before my WDW trip!
I only ended up skipping two days of walking due to my knee, and I somehow managed to lose a pound between the two days! I took a two mile walk today after my appointment with very little discomfort, so hopefully it will stay like this.

So glad you are able to walk (as exercise) still! I had a feeling your doctor would say that but I was afraid to jinx it.

 

[jennz]

my3princes...congrats on your job!!

keenercam - love that you believe in magic!!!

Rose even though you said they weren't needed...you're getting them girl. I'm glad you had someone who could check on your son. Maybe this second year is a little tougher because it's not as new. Just popped into my head - I have no idea. But I have to say....how great that he will call you to have his meltdown.

 

[cclovesdis]

Well, I knew I had some problems with my last post, but I didn't think the problem was this bad.

I GOT A JOB!!!

Congrats!

I love it when we have tons of munchable veggies on hand. That was my dinner last night. I'll shoot you an email reampered Chef stuff. I *think* I could just add your order to a show. Normally the orders are shipped to the hostess from the company, but I KNOW I read SOMEWHERE in the last 2 days that out of town orders are just sent to the person directly.

I was wondering the same thing. I already have something picked out actually.

for tomorrow's tests!

Hi jennz!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Just wanted to stop in to say hi. I am not having a very good and am actually very down. I will lists the negatives and then remind myself of some positives and hopefully tomorrow I can get back on here as happy as a clam.

1. (Negative) My boss came to see me today. Good news is I got the promotion to be the practice manager effective yesterday. Bad news is I only got a 57 cent raise. I cant even explain to you the disappointment I have. I put so much into this job and have so much responsibility and I am just amazed by this. I really do think my boss is a great guy and has great ideas. He has only been in the position 1 year and is working on putting together a better compensation package for managers for our network. Apparently whoever was in the position before never did any of this and the current managers have not gotten a raise in 3 years.

1. (Positive) I am heading in the right direction being 31 and already becoming a manager. There is a lot of room for growth in my organization and I feel at least I am moving ahead even if financially right now it is lacking. I am happy to have a job and have gotten some kind of increase rather than nothing.

2. (negative) Financial worries.....this is probably because my hopes of a big increase were deflated today. I too like others have CC debt along with some personal loans that we had taken out. It was all bad decisions and now I am trying to dig out of it.

2. (positive) In 3-4 years my loans including the car loan, and 1 cc will be paid off. Once my kids no longer need childcare or after school care I will be saving 900$/mth. That might take awhile but it will be a positive at some point.

3. (negative) I have now been stuck between 183 and 185lbs for weeks now. I just cant seem to focus!!!!

3. (positive) Due to my anxiety today I really didnt eat much. No really I have come so far that I am going to say that Im in a rut, I will get out of that rut, and I will start loosing again. I still have my 30lb clippie too!!!!

Thanks for listening everyone. I really hate to be a debbie downer. I feel better already. Thanks for being here for me.

Sorry I didnt comment tonight but congrats to those who deserve it, and to those who need them.

 

[cruisindisney]

Yes I have the vibram five fingers. I have been avoiding big rocks, so I don't know what it will feel like yet. They are hard to put on, but really make a difference for my feet. I think you either love them or hate them. I bought them on ebay for half. The lady selling them didn't like them.

I'm not pushing it on the c25k. I'm steady at 30 minutes right now, just working on consistency and then I'll start adding on. My friend wants to do the half marathon at WDW in 2012, so I have more than a year to get to that point.

 

[my3princes]

Thanks for the thoughts… I’m not a gambler, I’m honest to a fault and cannot keep a secret. But as a 42 year old woman I feel more confident in myself than I ever have, and have that drive—the cruel joke bestowed on older women-- of a 20 year old man. And a husband that doesn’t touch me. I think I am managing to wind down a bit (towards the potential victim) but it makes me so sad and scared to let go. It’s probably one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. The beast has awakened in me. When I was younger I was sort of a hunter if you will—it wasn’t about the act, it was more about the chase. Kind of like a guy I guess. I always had sort of one sided affairs—usually someone I had to have and that’s how I got them. I’ve never had the movie kind of romance and always was curious I guess. What it would be like to be with someone who is in love with you and attracted to you and vice versa. I’ve had an emotional affair that was like that once that lasted for years. But it was just that. I really don’t want to hurt this person. He’s going on ‘vacation’ next week I know he doesn’t want to but it’ll help hopefully. They’re keeping an eye on us at work lol—trust me. I thought they were going to do an intervention yesterday at lunch…guess it’s obvious—can’t help it. It’s like having the proverbial devil on one shoulder and angel on the other. My minds telling me to stay away but it’s like a drug to be near him. Had a close call at the time clock the other day when he brought up the subject of how fun it would be to keep a secret together…I just told him I can’t keep a secret...darn it.
I’m working on it…
I have to go shower--been on way too long-- I meant to get caught up but of course got off track and have been on too long. Will try later.

JMHO, but it sounds like your interest is driven by an unhappy marriage. Having an affair would certainly put even more of a strain on your marriage. Have you tried taking to DH about this? Maybe the shock factor would be what he needs to put life back into your marriage? Whatever you do, I hope you find happiness.

I'll respond to the SAHM mom debate here, but it applies to the others. I guess being a kindergarten teacher, being at home is a break. It's in my blood so much, I do have a schedule for the kids, 3 days a week. 2 are just for fun. This is the summers. I sometimes feel like I do what SAHM do, just for 18 kids, then come home, do what SAHM moms do that have kids at school, etc..... Make sense? I know that I would love it, thrive on it, etc. It wasn't in the cards. When Brad proposed, my Daddy said "You do realize he's not rich enough for your fantasties?" He knew I wanted to stay home, have a bunch of babies, and a DH that could support us without worrying. My answer was that you can't control who you fall in love with!


I love it when we have tons of munchable veggies on hand. That was my dinner last night. I'll shoot you an email reampered Chef stuff. I *think* I could just add your order to a show. Normally the orders are shipped to the hostess from the company, but I KNOW I read SOMEWHERE in the last 2 days that out of town orders are just sent to the person directly.


Brad had to have a cortisone shot for his PF before our first WDW trip. 2 in fact. He said it was undescribable pain, but then he wanted to kiss the dr. it felt so much better immediately afterwards.


Hugs to you. That sounds like sooo much to deal with. No advice, we're hear if you need us!



That is one of the sweetest, and truest, things I have ever heard!!!



Thanks for the reminder. I am not a huge breakfast person. At WDW, I love it. Otherwise, a Kashi bar or Fiber One bar and a glass of milk do me just fine. I do eat some veggies or a cheese stick around 10:00 w/ my class' morning snack!


Being a mom is tough. Really tough. No matter how old your children are.


Sounds like someone needs to give herself a break. Sounds like someone has been killing us with the workouts. Sounds like a good's night sleep or 4 might help!


DH and I have a pipe dream of attending culinary school, and opening a catering business or restaurant .


The Vibram Five Fingers ones? They make my toes itch just looking at them!


That's awesome! I have my yearly bloodwork done tomorrow. It would stink to lose 66 pounds and my numbers be worse! I wouldn't be surprised if my bp is up, though. Never worry about posting something that seems trivial to you. For me, it helps me get my mind off my problems!


That's great!


That sounds great! DH had looked into a company that sells solar panels. He's trying to talk AK into going into some kind of environmental research field, you know, in 7 years when she goes to college. I bet there is a lot of opportunity waiting for you!

Off to be productive some more! So far 3 home shows and 1 catalogue show booked. Now, just to learn what to do to make them successful enough to get what I need in the first 30 days!!! Half of this week's homework is done. Laundry and dishes SORTA under control. Kids playing nicely. DH still at work!. Second 12 hour day for him this week!@ Of course, he'll be DONE when he gets home, but in a good way!

Night everyone!
Taryn

You've done great getting so many things set up already

Just wanted to stop in to say hi. I am not having a very good and am actually very down. I will lists the negatives and then remind myself of some positives and hopefully tomorrow I can get back on here as happy as a clam.

1. (Negative) My boss came to see me today. Good news is I got the promotion to be the practice manager effective yesterday. Bad news is I only got a 57 cent raise. I cant even explain to you the disappointment I have. I put so much into this job and have so much responsibility and I am just amazed by this. I really do think my boss is a great guy and has great ideas. He has only been in the position 1 year and is working on putting together a better compensation package for managers for our network. Apparently whoever was in the position before never did any of this and the current managers have not gotten a raise in 3 years.

1. (Positive) I am heading in the right direction being 31 and already becoming a manager. There is a lot of room for growth in my organization and I feel at least I am moving ahead even if financially right now it is lacking. I am happy to have a job and have gotten some kind of increase rather than nothing.

2. (negative) Financial worries.....this is probably because my hopes of a big increase were deflated today. I too like others have CC debt along with some personal loans that we had taken out. It was all bad decisions and now I am trying to dig out of it.

2. (positive) In 3-4 years my loans including the car loan, and 1 cc will be paid off. Once my kids no longer need childcare or after school care I will be saving 900$/mth. That might take awhile but it will be a positive at some point.

3. (negative) I have now been stuck between 183 and 185lbs for weeks now. I just cant seem to focus!!!!

3. (positive) Due to my anxiety today I really didnt eat much. No really I have come so far that I am going to say that Im in a rut, I will get out of that rut, and I will start loosing again. I still have my 30lb clippie too!!!!

Thanks for listening everyone. I really hate to be a debbie downer. I feel better already. Thanks for being here for me.

Sorry I didnt comment tonight but congrats to those who deserve it, and to those who need them.

I so totally understand what you are going through. That was me last week when I was offered a good job with crappy pay and benefits. To take or not to take. I had the advantage of being able to turn down the job, but you're already doing it so you are at their mercy For me it is better hours and $3.50/hr more to start. Now I want to do exactly what you want to do, pay down debt

 

[my3princes]

Breakfast: I have the same thing everyday. An Arnold's Sandwich Thin, toasted and skim coated with Low Fat PB and Fluff. It fills me and holds me over until lunch.


Wednesday QOTD: We've done all of the really good relevant questions before, so I'm going for an easy peasy one. What is your favorite color.

Mine used to be blue, but over the last year it has become Purple. I've learned that purple really makes my eyes pop and looks good with my complextion. I always have people make positive comments when I wear purple and purple makes me happy.

 

[Connie96]

Connie--I was Jessie last year for Halloween and Mike was Woody. I made the costumes and I thought they were cute. If you give me until tomorrow I will post some ideas. It was pretty easy.

Cool! I'll be watching for those. Thanks!

I'll shoot you an email reampered Chef stuff. I *think* I could just add your order to a show. Normally the orders are shipped to the hostess from the company, but I KNOW I read SOMEWHERE in the last 2 days that out of town orders are just sent to the person directly.

I'll PM that email address.

It's been a bad first half of the week for me and I'm worried it's only going to get worse. It's been a stressful work week and I've been eating crap and not exercising. My both is this weekend and I am worried that means meals out and no exercise. No more eating tonight and I need to get myself moving tomorrow. I have my meals planned out, a set time for the gym and I will check in at least twice on the thread tomorrow.

Sounds like you've got a handle on it!

Well I had my doctor's appointment today for my knee. No more P90x or C25k for me for a while. He thinks my kneecap has fluid in it or something, I have a prescription for ibuprofin for a few days and he gave me the ok to continue my walking, thank God! Got a few xrays done so we will see if they give any further information. He told me to focus on upper body routines for a while, I can use a few of the p90x dvd's for that. As long as I don't injure it worse before my WDW trip!
I only ended up skipping two days of walking due to my knee, and I somehow managed to lose a pound between the two days! I took a two mile walk today after my appointment with very little discomfort, so hopefully it will stay like this.

I'm glad you were able to see the doc and you're on the mend.

Today was a good day. I still need to drink some more water. I am going to try something different for meals tomorrow. I think that I need to "surprise" my body a bit and do a day of low-carb.

A change sounds like a good idea.

It’s so funny that you posted this. I often have baby carrots for lunch. Mine were horrible and I just bought them. How were yours?

They were good. And I'm glad because if they were lousy I may have kept looking for something else to munch. Sometimes I just need to crunch something, ya know?

Just wanted to stop in to say hi. I am not having a very good and am actually very down. I will lists the negatives and then remind myself of some positives and hopefully tomorrow I can get back on here as happy as a clam.

Look at you with all your positives to counter the negatives!! Yeah, I'd be fairly put out with that "raise" too, but hopefully they'll get that straightened out soon. Hang in there, Lindsay!

Yes I have the vibram five fingers. I have been avoiding big rocks, so I don't know what it will feel like yet. They are hard to put on, but really make a difference for my feet. I think you either love them or hate them. I bought them on ebay for half. The lady selling them didn't like them.

I'm not pushing it on the c25k. I'm steady at 30 minutes right now, just working on consistency and then I'll start adding on. My friend wants to do the half marathon at WDW in 2012, so I have more than a year to get to that point.

I just don't know about those shoes. I'd have to try it to believe it.

If you're getting your 5k in 30 minutes, you're doing FINE! Way to go!

 

[Connie96]

Today's reality:
Breakfast - cereal, milk, almonds
Morning break - 1 mile walk
Lunch - mom couldn't meet me so I met DH at Arby's - Roast Chicken Ranch sandwich, side salad and ONE tiny curly fry
Quitting time - lunchables
Workout - Ran 5.33 miles; oikos, berries, walnuts

Tomorrow's plan:
Breakfast - peanut butter on toast
Morning break - 1 mile walk; donate blood
Lunch - meet mom some place
Afternoon break - oikos, berries, walnuts
Dinner - again, not sure but need "substantial" after giving blood
No workout

(I'll do some cooking this weekend so that I won't have so many plans next week!)

Nighty night!

 

[Cupcaker]

QOTD: I love Tiana. I especially like the quote from Tianas dad to her: Yes, you wish and you dream with all your little heart. But you remember, Tiana, that old star can only take you part of the way. I can relate to that a lot.

Today’s feeling: fat. I have no real clothes that fit my body size. I actually went from a size 18 to size 8. Due to time and money, I do not have size 8 clothes. I think its just the memory of wearing the old/big clothes makes me feel fat. My perception of myself also makes me feel like I have not lost enough weight. But this is probably a result of wearing clothes that are too big for me. I am 6 pounds away from my “goal” weight, and Im afraid those six pounds will not make me feel “skinny”. Of course I definitely feel healthier. These feelings are just so weird because yesterday I was feeling skinny. Weird. Anyways that’s my rant of the day.

Got more stuff done today. I am aiming to get lots of stuff done this week. Hopefully if I crank it all now, the stress will decrease. So the strategy is for high stress now instead of prolonged stress. The goal is not to crack!

Deb- that’s so great you are able to do that kind of work. Im sure it comes in handy for many things. And CONGRATULATIONS on the job!!!

Cam- Thanks for the details about freezing food. I have never attempted to do it. I haven’t even froze bread. Im just so scared its not going to taste the same. But now I know it will

The one thing I do is get those little snack size Ziplocs and portion out my snacks. Maybe that can help your snack time?

Shawn- Yay for the pounds almost disappearing. Im sure the one pound will follow soon.

Lisa- I don’t know much about PF but I hope it goes away soon. You are doing great with everything!

Susan- great job on the run. I have seen those barefoot shoes and they seem pretty interesting. I even saw someone wearing them at WDW. Glad the concert was a blast.

Connie- Great idea. Post away!

50sjayne- sorry about the situation youre in. Hope youre able to find what you truly want for yourself.

Rose- sorry to hear about your son. But I think what you have instilled in him will get him through this and finish college.

Dani- Hope the second half of the week is better.

Kelli- Glad to hear that you can still do your walking. Take it slow.

Lindsay- I think its great how you can look at the positive too. I think number 1 positive is a very good positive.

 

[LuvBaloo]

Here we celebrate our progress and recognize our superstars.

Reminders:
-after 3 weeks of no reporting, you are dropped from the challenged – can re-start at any time, though
-if anybody knows they will miss weighing in, just PM and let me know and you’ll be marked excused


First some stats

MAINTAINERS:
(staying within 2 lbs of their maintain weight is successfully maintaining!)
# of Maintainers Reporting In & Successfully Maintaining: 2
(congrats 50sjayne & Rose&Mike!)

LOSERS:
Current Participants-------------57!
not reporting in for 1 week------ 13
not reporting in for 2 weeks------ 3
not reporting in for 3 weeks------ 6
Excused------------------------- 4
weigh ins----------------------- 30
gains---------------------------- 6
maintains------------------------ 3
losses-------------------------- 21
new or returning members -------- 1


Biggest Loser Fall Challenge Week 6!
This week’s group loss = 14.1 pounds!
Average percentage of weight lost 0.35 %
Total group weight loss so far 243.7 pounds!
So close to 250lb!
AWESOME!

Retention Rate (compared to the 67 weighins for our start weigh-in on Sept 3)
(30+3+4)/ 67 = 55% (this includes the Losers and Maintainer and Excused people!)

Before the weekly superstar list comes the disclaimer. I am human and I make mistakes. If you have any questions please contact me. For your reference this is the magic percentage of weight lost formula - weight loss for the week divided by weight for last week times 100, that gives us the percentage. Now let me test that with my numbers for week 1, click, click, click goes the calculator. Yes, that agrees with the percentage on the magic spreadsheet. (btw if its been more than 1 week between weigh-ins, then the % loss is divided by the number of weeks, to keep everybody on the same basis)

Now let's get to the good stuff. Who were our superstars of the week? This time I’ve done a TOP 10 LIST ! That criteria may change from week to week. Hey I'm in charge here and I get paid nothin' to do this so you better take what you can get! (and if there’s something you want to know, just ask me!)

The WISH Biggest Loser Summer Challenge Week 6 Superstars!!
#10- 0.67% - tggrrstarr
#9- 0.87% - Cupcaker
#8- 0.93% - disneymom2one
#7- 0.96% - Dreamer24
#6- 0.98% - TIE SettingSail & CrystalS
#5- 1.01% - KristiMc
#4- 1.09% - cherry-pops
#3- 1.51% - carmiedog
#2- 1.61% - MickeyMagic
and now
The WISH Biggest Loser Summer Challenge
Week 6 Biggest Loser is:
#1- 2.40% - tigger813

Quote from Dare2Dream: How is your week going? Are you OP (on program)? Are you exercising? Drinking that water? You know what to do to make the magic happen. Get on the wagon. We are all here to help you on the journey. We can do this one day at a time. One bite at a time.

Have a healthy day!
Congratulations tigger813 !!!
What a great week you had. Keep up the good work. We have a very special clippie reserved for our weekly Biggest Loser. Wear it with pride this week! :

This is our weekly reigning Biggest Loser clippie. We have the large version

or use this
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/31040weeklyBLsmall1.jpg
followed by

or we have a medium version

or use this
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/31040weeklyBLmed.jpg
followed by

and we have a small version

or use
http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/31040weeklyBLsm.jpg
followed by

Thanks to ohMom-Molli for these clippies. They were used for a previous BL but we can recycle. Don't they look great!