Biggest Loser 9 Spring Challenge -- thread closing -- see new thread Part 2!

[tigger813]

2/17 Wednesday QOTD: Let's talk about scales! Do you weigh yourself everyday? Do you only weigh once or twice a week? What time of the day do you weigh yourself? Do you feel your scale is really accurate and want to recommend it to others? Share your advice when it comes to the scale.

I have a Tanita scale. It's digital and weighs in .2 increments. It seems pretty accurate to me, at least in the weight department. It is one of these body-fat measuring scales as well. When I started, it said I had 42% body fat. Now it usually says 28 or 29%. These things are notoriously unreliable, but there had been a definitely downward trend over the past year, at least. When I got my body fat caliper-tested recently, the trainer said I was a little over 19%. So you can see there is a big difference between those methods, and I place more value on this scale's ability to weigh pounds than measure body fat or hydration.

I have been weighing every day for a while now. Most of the time I find it interesting to note the fluctuations. Once a month, like clockwork, one day my weight will suddenly be up about 2 lbs and I feel all mystified. And then later that morning, I invariably get mother nature's gift (I saw that in an ad recently, I think!). You'd think I'd learn!

Now that I am in maintenance, I have an actual Maintenance Journal that is for recording daily weights among other things. It's not bad, but I gotta say, it's not perfect either.

I think I've read that it's better to weigh less freqently when you're losing and more frequently when maintaining.

I'm done with feeling guilty for weighing more than once a week - it seems like many of us do, so I feel like I'm in good company!



2/18 Thursday QOTD: What did you try new for exercising and what did you think about it? If you did not try something new, what is a new exercise that you would like to try?


I usually have my workouts pretty well planned the day before, so I didn't really do anything completely new yesterday. I had planned to go to a spin class, but it was full by the time I got there. I just rode a stationary bike on my own for half an hour and then did a few strength training machines. I did a set of assisted dips and some assisted chin ups on one machine, so that was nice. I also bought a package of Pilates Reformer sessions and will start that next week. And finally, I signed up for some free demos for the "special" classes at the Y - Kettlebell and TRX. The TRX really intrigues me. Kettlebell, not as much, but you never know! I'll be sure to report on them next week.

I have the Tanita scale as well and am quite pleased with it!

 

[tigger813]

I think I'm starting to get back on track. Did 30 min. of Free Step on the Wii earlier and also did the 2 mile WATP. Think that will be it tonight as the downstairs is being used for the sleepover. I am drinking my water diligently. I have brought up the 3 mile Slim and Sleek workout to do in the morning as the girls will probably sleep in tomorrow morning.

Had 2 pancakes and some bacon and sausage for supper. Hadn't had too many calories earlier today so I think I'll be all set. If I can get in another workout tonight I will otherwise I will try and get 2 in tomorrow before I weigh in!

I plan on starting the BL Wii game this weekend. Have a friend coming over tomorrow night for pizza and watching the Olympics!

Have a good night everyone!

 

[pjlla]

I just wanted to say that my soup was delicious! Sadly, it wasn't loved by all.... DD saw the quinoa and turned her nose up and DS said the quinoa made his throat itch (he has lots of food allergy issues). I KNOW I have served this grain before so I'm not sure why the issues. The soup itself, quinoa aside, was delicious!! I'll be keeping it in mind for the next time I have a leftover oven roast or something like that (I'm sure that using the onions and mushrooms that originally cooked with the roast helped a lot with the flavor).

We tend to eat a lot more beef and pork than we do chicken because DS is allergic to poultry and DD won't eat anything from the ocean for personal reasons. I would rather eat vegetarian meals than the beef, but I'm the only tofu eater in the house and cheese is SO fattening! DD won't eat beans (knowingly.... however, I sneak them in whereever I can!). We will all eat Boca Burgers and occasionally we eat ham, but I try to avoid cured meats. Eggs are an okay choice, but I try to eat only egg whites, so if I make a quiche, I have to make at least two... one "light" quiche for me (limited lowfat cheese and crustless) and a regular quiche with "real" cheese for the family.

Not sure why I am rambling on about food instead of finishing up my scrapbook page before Survivor starts!!..............P

 

[cclovesdis]

QOTD: I tried the BL Weight Loss Yoga last night and it did me in. I can't believe yoga is so challenging. I guess I should buy a yoga for beginners DVD. I think I'll swap a WATPs DVD for that as a reward. I bought a WATPs DVD and I really can't get into it. I'll try again over the weekend.

Tomorrow, I'm going to focus on my eating because I definitely didn't do that today. Then, Sat. starts a new WW week. I'm going to weigh-in and face the music. Then, I'm going to take it day by day and aim for 60 min. of exercise a day. I'm going to follow the "keep your body guessing" suggestion (Jillian? BL 9 thread? Sorry.) and change up what I do for exercise and how many points I eat in a day. Thanks for listening!

Have a great day tomorrow!

CC

 

[Carys]

Jen, thank you so much for being my first Biggest Loser coach, you did such an awesome job and I had alot of fun. I actually didn't get around to trying the Samba DVD yesterday but it's in the DVD player right now and I'll do it when I've finished posting this. Thanks for listing out the quotes like that, I will copy many of them into my journal. (Re my job: I'd say I'm a bureaucratic desk jockey, but then it'd sound like I don't like my job which I do )

Liz, a big congrats on both the BMI and 20 pounds, what a great achievement!

Candice, welcome welcome come on in! I started this week too, look forward to supporting each other as the weeks continue on

Today's journal pages have no quotes sorry! Tune in again tomorrow for stationary wisdom. Tomorrow is our weigh-in day, right?

 

[jenanderson]

QOTD: New workout -- My new workout is the BL for Wii. Jillian is kicking my posterior! I didn't realize I have zero core strength until I used it! I'm looking forward to strengthening my middle -- it's been neglected for far too long!

Maria

This sounds like a good workout! I don't have a lot of core strength either but I am trying to work on it with some pilates.

Not sure why I am rambling on about food instead of finishing up my scrapbook page before Survivor starts!!..............P

Am watching Survivor right now...it is one of my weird dreams to be a contestant on the show! I am sure I would be a villain though!

QOTD: I tried the BL Weight Loss Yoga last night and it did me in. I can't believe yoga is so challenging. I guess I should buy a yoga for beginners DVD. I think I'll swap a WATPs DVD for that as a reward. I bought a WATPs DVD and I really can't get into it. I'll try again over the weekend.

CC, is this a DVD? I am considering getting a yoga DVD but want a good one.

Jen, thank you so much for being my first Biggest Loser coach, you did such an awesome job and I had alot of fun. I actually didn't get around to trying the Samba DVD yesterday but it's in the DVD player right now and I'll do it when I've finished posting this. Thanks for listing out the quotes like that, I will copy many of them into my journal. (Re my job: I'd say I'm a bureaucratic desk jockey, but then it'd sound like I don't like my job which I do )

Today's journal pages have no quotes sorry! Tune in again tomorrow for stationary wisdom. Tomorrow is our weigh-in day, right?

Glad you enjoyed your first few days here! I really had a lot of fun coaching! I will be looking forward to reading more of the quotes from your journal and plan on adding them to the list!

AFM - Well, tonight DH and I did week 6, day 2 of the C25K. I have to say it was GREAT! First of all, it was "warm"! I actually wore thin leggings and shorts with a running shirt....no wind pants and no coat! It was incredible! Also, DH and I were able to do each 10 minute run without feeling bad - I could have actually went longer but we stuck exactly to the program because I had been pushing myself a bit too much and I don't want to hurt my shins again. I also plan on doing some stretches and pilates while I watch TV yet tonight. I might even lift a few simple weights to work on my arms (jiggly arms ).

I am looking forward to weighing in tomorrow. It has been a good week. I had hoped to get my 20 pound clippie but I think I will be .5 to 1 pound short. That is okay with me because I know that I did my best and I am losing every week! It feels GREAT!

Later,
Jen

 

[donac]

We had 10 people participate during COW5. Congratulations everyone who sent me numbers. You are all winners. And a special welcome to lecah who participated in her first COW


Congrats to the other participants
LuvBaloo
carmiedog
donac
mikamah


with 26 out of 28 points
lisah0711



with 27 out of 28 points
bouldertcr
jenanderson
lecah




With 28 out of 28 points
redwalker



Welcome to COW 8

You do not have to participate but it is there to help you build good habits. Each week we will have two to four habit suggestions for you to do. At the end of the week you report your points to me.

It has been said that if you do something for 30 days it will become a habit. We will start off easy with two habits that have been known to help weight loss. As the weeks go by we will add to these habits. We will never have more than 4 habits to work on each week since that seems to be the number that most people could do without a problem.

COW 8

Do at least 20 minutes of exercise every day
Do something for someone everyday no matter how small
Journal your food each day
Eat 1 fruit and 1 veggie each day (1 point for the two)

When you send me your points please post your total in your RE and then in the main part of the pm list your points as follows:


XX days of exercising for 20 minutes per day
XX days doing something for someone else
XX days journaling your food
XX days for fruit/veggie

This challlenge runs from Friday Feb 19, 2010 to Thursday Feb 25, 2010. On Friday Feb 26, 2010 pm me your points for the week. The COW results will be posted the same day the weekly totals are posted.

HAve fun with the COW.

Don't forget to send me COW7 points tomorrow.

 

[heatherlynn444]

QOTD: New workout -- My new workout is the BL for Wii. Jillian is kicking my posterior! I didn't realize I have zero core strength until I used it! I'm looking forward to strengthening my middle -- it's been neglected for far too long!

Maria

me too I love this! I haven't been using it much lately, I have been so busy and running and training for my half, but it is good for strength training for sure.

 

[redlight]

QOTD: I've been relying on running and riding an exercise bike. I want to get into strength training. I sometimes use handweights, but I am inconsistent with that.

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning BL Brigade!

It's time for the changing of the coaches -- Thank you so much to JenAnderson, what a great week we have had!

For anyone who doesn't know me -- a brief introduction. My name is Maria, I'm 41, I've been married for almost 17 years and we have one ds12. I work full-time as a grants professional, and I love my adopted City of Boston, where we've lived for 16 years. I'm originally from St. Louis, and I've been overweight since grad school many moons ago. I have lost significant amounts of weight twice before in my life, but too fast and with too little exercise. This time is taking so much longer, but the losses are sticking better.

This is my 3rd BL Challenge, I really enjoy the comraderie and support, and I'm totally psyched to be coaching this week!

Friday QOTD: Is there a healthy food swap you tried to make that surprised you with how well it worked? Is there one that just didn't work at all for you?

I am really surprised how pleased I am with Splenda -- I had tried the pink and blue, and just couldn't handle the aftertaste. Splenda works great for me! I can't deal with slices of fake cheese! I'm fine if the cheese is shredded or grated, but the slices just don't taste right to me. One that took longer but eventually worked out -- diet soda. I swore I would never give up regular soda. Well, I found a way, but then I was drinking too much diet soda. I've finally weaned myself off of soda pretty much altogether, but it took a couple of years.

Congratulations to all the COW participants, and Good Luck to Everyone with your weigh-in! Don't forget to PM those numbers to LuvBaloo!

Maria

 

[ohMom]

morning all

i'm a maintainter AGAIN this week....i'm glad it's not a gain but i've been stuck at this number for several weeks now.

i tried the BL Yoga DVD as well, and it is tough! not impossible but challenging. I got it from the library to try, but i would consider buying that one.

QOTD -- switching out chips for baked chips...decided to make that a lifestyle change not just a 'dieting' change and surprisingly my oldest DD prefers them now too.

have a great weekend and STAY STRONG!

 

[jennz]

Good morning everyone! I am so happy to be down .8 today - I had a bad week, off plan but I think I can safely say my new habits have made my "bad" days better than my old "normal" days! So I am now down 13.2 pounds. I got an email from a friend who told me her 11 year old daughter said she had to see me because I look great - I was shocked. I told dh and said "but I've only lost 13 pounds" and then inspiration hit - thanks to 50sjayne (I'm pretty sure that was her post about the 40 # kitty litter). I picked up a new 10 pound bag of potatoes - wow that was heavy! - and told dh to hold it. He said "this is heavy" and then I told him I lost more than that! What a great feeling!! Then I did the same with dd just to feel even better - of to a great start today.

 

[tigger813]

Doing my last chance workouts once others in this house WAKE UP! LOL!

I will probably have a slight gain but I am slowly getting back on track. Just have to not overdo it this weekend! Congestion is improving too, finally!

Up late last night watching the US collect more medals!!!! Loved the men's figure skating! Evan was AWESOME lat night! I was afraid to watch but made it through! He's a real cutie!!!!

Plan on doing the 3 mile PILATES walk this morning and do some more Wii Fit later today. I may also start the BL Wii game today if all goes well.

Sleepover went well and I think they are just waking up now as I hear giggling and talking! DD2 just woke up and is going downstairs to see them. DH is catching up on the sleep he lost night before last.

Good friend coming over tonight for supper and to watch Survivor from last night and tonight's Olympic coverage!

Enjoy your day everyone.

 

[tigger813]

QOTD: My big recipe makeover has been my bacon double cheese quiche. I now make it with egg beaters and turkey bacon. It';s actually tastier! I usually don't like turkey bacon but love it that way! I also use ground turkey more than beef these days.

I love Splenda in my green tea! We buy a big thing at Costco that lasts us a long time. I haven't bought any of the Splenda for baking as it's soooo expensive but plan on trying it soon! Anyone else use it?

 

[jenanderson]

Morning Everyone!

Maria - Thanks for being our coach this week! I now can really appreciate all the work the coaches do after coaching last week.

I did my weigh in this morning (down 2 pounds). I was hoping to reach the 20 pound mark but that will have to wait until next week.

Friday QOTD: Is there a healthy food swap you tried to make that surprised you with how well it worked? Is there one that just didn't work at all for you?

For me the best one is the Arnold's Sandwich Thins. I LOVE bread and tried so many "diet" breads before I came across these. I have been enjoying sandwiches again since finding them. The fat-free cheeses don't work at all for me. I just skip it if that is my only choice. We tried cake made with diet pop and fat free frosting this weekend - TOTALLY DID NOT work for me. Funny thing is...DH and the rest of the family enjoyed them.

Hope everyone has a successful day and weekend!
Jen

 

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

Good Morning everyone. I love Fridays my son doesnt have preschool and I can set my own time frame up. Plus my husband is now off for a few days from the hospital so we are having our Valentines this weekend at Boma Yay!!

Hi there Worfiedoodles our new coach thanks for taking care of us this week.

Friday QOTD: Is there a healthy food swap you tried to make that surprised you with how well it worked? Is there one that just didn't work at all for you?

I swapped out salad dressing from reular to light or ff depending upon the brand. I also bread fish with cornmeal now not flour and bake it. It comes out crispy if that is what you are looking for.

I can not do brick or slice ff cheese. It tates like plastic to me. The shreded kind or feta is ok but otherwise no way.

I hope everyone has a great day!

 

[IWISHFORDISNEY]

I just wanted to add. Some people wanted me to post how I liked ww core vs ww points or flex. It is definately the way for me to go. I hate tracking food and this gives me the freedom to not have to do that. It seems the only real things I miss are bread and crackers but I have 35 points if I want the bread and I switched to ff popcorn instead of crackers for my cruchy snack and tackled my sweet tooth with ff jello pudding. So I am doing well. I am losing pretty well too. I took off 4lbs this week and it straightened me out last week so I didnt gain. It did take a week to adjust. If you have any other questions just ask. I also found a great reciped for core quesh (sp) and black bean soup that are fantastic.

 

[mikamah]

Thanks to Jen for coaching last week. You did an awesome job as coach, and I loved your qotds.
A big welcome to Maria as this weeks coach.

I am happy to see 2.4 of last weeks gain gone again, bringing me back under my starting weight!! It's a slow process, but I won't ever give up. I have a broken tooth and a root canal to thank for some of that weight loss. Wasn't up to eating much the past couple days, but my tooth is feeling better. Just need to try and keep with the healthier choices, and journalling.

Good morning everyone! I am so happy to be down .8 today - I had a bad week, off plan but I think I can safely say my new habits have made my "bad" days better than my old "normal" days! So I am now down 13.2 pounds. I got an email from a friend who told me her 11 year old daughter said she had to see me because I look great - I was shocked. I told dh and said "but I've only lost 13 pounds" and then inspiration hit - thanks to 50sjayne (I'm pretty sure that was her post about the 40 # kitty litter). I picked up a new 10 pound bag of potatoes - wow that was heavy! - and told dh to hold it. He said "this is heavy" and then I told him I lost more than that! What a great feeling!! Then I did the same with dd just to feel even better - of to a great start today.

Whoo hoo!!!! 13 pounds is awesome Jenn!! It is also so motivating to see a loss on what we think is a bad week. To know you don't undo all your hard work with one bada week.

Friday QOTD: Is there a healthy food swap you tried to make that surprised you with how well it worked? Is there one that just didn't work at all for you?

I love the greek yogurt now, and it has so much more protein than the regular yogurt it holds me so much longer. I buy chobani because the fage is so much more expensive.

I would like to introduce myself, Hi I am Candice… I have been lurking but I have found all the posts very motivating & helpful… I started the challenge in the beginning but I forgot to PM LuvBaloo so I decided to start right now… I have been struggling with my weight & getting healthy all my life… I have a habit of starting off strong & then slipping & going back to old habits… I made a promise to myself that I would give 110% & I would also keep telling myself that this takes time & I am trying really hard not to expect immediate results… But it is easier said then done sometimes I have decided this time around I was going to take small steps instead of doing everything all at once & feeling over whelmed by it all… So it has been 2 ½ weeks that I have been tracking, watching my portions & eating more healthier… Now its time to concur the exercising part… Any advice?? And I have to ask what is the C25K program?? Thanks for help…

Welcome candace, sounds like you're off to a great start. Journalling is so helpful to keeping me on track, and Corinnak gave you some great advice on exercising. Good luck.

I got my 20 lb clippie yippee
And, the best of all - I am no longer 'morbidly obese'. I can't even describe the joy that that brings. In an email today Kimara reminded me that the whole BMI thing really helps remind her that it's not for looks but the real reason for all of these healthy changes is for the longer and fuller life--so true! It means more Disney trips with niece and nephews with funner and fuller enjoyment of those trips

Congratulations!! 20 pounds is so great, and you are so much healthier not. Love the fact that disney trips will be easier!!

Lisa- I think sitting around the pool sounds awesome!! Maybe we can sit in the mexican cantina with a margarita one marathon weekend and cheer Corinna and the other wish runners on!! (after doing the 5k, of course)

Shannon- hope you're having a blast at the olympics. Thanks for all your hard work as weightkeeper.

Dona- thanks for the cow! I'll have you know I am definitely a flosser now thanks to the cow, and a broken tooth.

Have a great day all.

 

[jenanderson]

I just wanted to add. Some people wanted me to post how I liked ww core vs ww points or flex. It is definately the way for me to go. I hate tracking food and this gives me the freedom to not have to do that. It seems the only real things I miss are bread and crackers but I have 35 points if I want the bread and I switched to ff popcorn instead of crackers for my cruchy snack and tackled my sweet tooth with ff jello pudding. So I am doing well. I am losing pretty well too. I took off 4lbs this week and it straightened me out last week so I didnt gain. It did take a week to adjust. If you have any other questions just ask. I also found a great reciped for core quesh (sp) and black bean soup that are fantastic.

Thanks for sharing Liz!

I do have a couple of questions but think I might try core for a week or two. My biggest concern is that I will gain weight because normally I do not use my 35 flex points and I know with core I would be dipping into them.

First, do you think if you tracked the points for core plus your flex points you would have ate about the same as tracking?

Second, were there foods that you really missed (besides the bread) that you had to count?

Finally, if you would be willing to share...how many of your 35 flex points did you end up using?

You did a great job losing 4 pounds! It is making me think that I should try the core for a bit of a change...and if it doesn't work, I can always go back to tracking.

Thanks for sharing!!!
Jen

 

[lisah0711]

Thanks jenanderson for being our coach last week! And a big, BIG welcome to our new coach, Worfiedoodles!

Congratulations to our COW participants! Those healthy habits take awhile to really stick with you. And thanks to donac for being our COW keeper! Don't forget to send your points to her today.

happysmyly, congrats on the new 20 pound clippie!

I would like to introduce myself, Hi I am Candice… I have been lurking but I have found all the posts very motivating & helpful… I started the challenge in the beginning but I forgot to PM LuvBaloo so I decided to start right now… I have been struggling with my weight & getting healthy all my life… I have a habit of starting off strong & then slipping & going back to old habits… I made a promise to myself that I would give 110% & I would also keep telling myself that this takes time & I am trying really hard not to expect immediate results… But it is easier said then done sometimes I have decided this time around I was going to take small steps instead of doing everything all at once & feeling over whelmed by it all… So it has been 2 ½ weeks that I have been tracking, watching my portions & eating more healthier… Now its time to concur the exercising part… Any advice?? And I have to ask what is the C25K program?? Thanks for help…

Welcome, DisCanCan! It's never too late to join a BL challenge. Most of the info that you need to know is on page 1 of this thread. Please PM your weight to LuvBaloo and you are off and running! Good luck!

I just wanted to say that my soup was delicious! Sadly, it wasn't loved by all.... DD saw the quinoa and turned her nose up and DS said the quinoa made his throat itch (he has lots of food allergy issues). I KNOW I have served this grain before so I'm not sure why the issues. The soup itself, quinoa aside, was delicious!! I'll be keeping it in mind for the next time I have a leftover oven roast or something like that (I'm sure that using the onions and mushrooms that originally cooked with the roast helped a lot with the flavor).

Between schedules, allergies and individuals likes and dislikes you have a lot to juggle, pjlla, but you always fix things that sound yummy!

Good Morning BL Brigade!

It's time for the changing of the coaches -- Thank you so much to JenAnderson, what a great week we have had!

For anyone who doesn't know me -- a brief introduction. My name is Maria, I'm 41, I've been married for almost 17 years and we have one ds12. I work full-time as a grants professional, and I love my adopted City of Boston, where we've lived for 16 years. I'm originally from St. Louis, and I've been overweight since grad school many moons ago. I have lost significant amounts of weight twice before in my life, but too fast and with too little exercise. This time is taking so much longer, but the losses are sticking better.

This is my 3rd BL Challenge, I really enjoy the comraderie and support, and I'm totally psyched to be coaching this week!

Friday QOTD: Is there a healthy food swap you tried to make that surprised you with how well it worked? Is there one that just didn't work at all for you?

I love the Arnold Sandwich Thins, too. And surprisingly DH likes them too. I do not like the rubber fake cheese in any form -- it just isn't the same. I like the richer, more flavorful hard cheeses like parmesan and romano where you can use less if you grate them yourself (not the green stuff in the can).

morning all

i'm a maintainter AGAIN this week....i'm glad it's not a gain but i've been stuck at this number for several weeks now.

i tried the BL Yoga DVD as well, and it is tough! not impossible but challenging. I got it from the library to try, but i would consider buying that one.

QOTD -- switching out chips for baked chips...decided to make that a lifestyle change not just a 'dieting' change and surprisingly my oldest DD prefers them now too.

have a great weekend and STAY STRONG!

Just keep swimming, just keep swimming

Good morning everyone! I am so happy to be down .8 today - I had a bad week, off plan but I think I can safely say my new habits have made my "bad" days better than my old "normal" days! So I am now down 13.2 pounds. I got an email from a friend who told me her 11 year old daughter said she had to see me because I look great - I was shocked. I told dh and said "but I've only lost 13 pounds" and then inspiration hit - thanks to 50sjayne (I'm pretty sure that was her post about the 40 # kitty litter). I picked up a new 10 pound bag of potatoes - wow that was heavy! - and told dh to hold it. He said "this is heavy" and then I told him I lost more than that! What a great feeling!! Then I did the same with dd just to feel even better - of to a great start today.

Yay, jenn! Isn't it exciting when all those little losses start adding up?

Doing my last chance workouts once others in this house WAKE UP! LOL!

I will probably have a slight gain but I am slowly getting back on track. Just have to not overdo it this weekend! Congestion is improving too, finally!

Up late last night watching the US collect more medals!!!! Loved the men's figure skating! Evan was AWESOME lat night! I was afraid to watch but made it through! He's a real cutie!!!!

Plan on doing the 3 mile PILATES walk this morning and do some more Wii Fit later today. I may also start the BL Wii game today if all goes well.

Sleepover went well and I think they are just waking up now as I hear giggling and talking! DD2 just woke up and is going downstairs to see them. DH is catching up on the sleep he lost night before last.

Good friend coming over tonight for supper and to watch Survivor from last night and tonight's Olympic coverage!

Enjoy your day everyone.

I'm glad that you are feeling better!

I just wanted to add. Some people wanted me to post how I liked ww core vs ww points or flex. It is definately the way for me to go. I hate tracking food and this gives me the freedom to not have to do that. It seems the only real things I miss are bread and crackers but I have 35 points if I want the bread and I switched to ff popcorn instead of crackers for my cruchy snack and tackled my sweet tooth with ff jello pudding. So I am doing well. I am losing pretty well too. I took off 4lbs this week and it straightened me out last week so I didnt gain. It did take a week to adjust. If you have any other questions just ask. I also found a great reciped for core quesh (sp) and black bean soup that are fantastic.

Wow! 4 pounds! That is great and a Valentine's celebration at Boma to boot!

I am happy to see 2.4 of last weeks gain gone again, bringing me back under my starting weight!! It's a slow process, but I won't ever give up. I have a broken tooth and a root canal to thank for some of that weight loss. Wasn't up to eating much the past couple days, but my tooth is feeling

Lisa- I think sitting around the pool sounds awesome!! Maybe we can sit in the mexican cantina with a margarita one marathon weekend and cheer Corinna and the other wish runners on!! (after doing the 5k, of course)

Shannon- hope you're having a blast at the olympics. Thanks for all your hard work as weightkeeper.

Dona- thanks for the cow! I'll have you know I am definitely a flosser now thanks to the cow, and a broken tooth.

Have a great day all.

Down 2.4! Great! It's all onward and downward from here!

Yum, I love the margaritas at Epcot!

I was down .5 and I'll take it. I need to put a little hustle in my bustle to keep up with my goal for myself though.

Please remember to PM those weigh in numbers to LuvBaloo. And a big thank you, LuvBaloo, for taking on the big job of weightkeeper!

Have a great day all!