BL 3 - Red Team week 14

[dare2dream]

Good morning Red Team! It's weigh in day and I am looking forward to hearing from you. Have you recovered from Thanksgiving? Are you back on track? I am doing horrible. Today's goal is to have salad for lunch and dinner and to exercise for 30 minutes. I will also put the rest of the wedding cake in the freezer today. What are you up to today?

Red Team question of the day

How are you doing with your Christmas shopping? What gifts are you looking forward to giving this year? If you don't celebrate Christmas please tell about holiday traditions you enjoy this time of year.

Me first. Over the past couple of years I have grown to hate the Christmas gift giving hype. I have it in my mind that I have failed unless I have given a person the 'perfect' gift. I hate giving those gifts that are not appreciated. As we were decluttering the house and my son was cleaning out his room I was amazed at the things that he got rid of. So many were those rejected gifts that I thought were lovely gifts. My kids will now only get the universally accepted gift - CA$H. It always fits and matches everyone's decor. Shopping for DH is another story altogether.

Please check in today if you can and remember to get your weight to me today. The weekly challenge runs through Wednesday night. Your total score needs to be reported by 3 PM Thursday. As always if you are late reporting go ahead and get the information to me. I will use your numbers if I can.

Have a good day Red Team. Make healthy wise choices. I know we can do it. We had a great week last week. Let's continue this trend. Our BL challenge is winding down. Let's finish with a bang. Let's all get to work and make the most of our final two weeks of the challenge. TWO WEEKS, yes, only two weeks left. Our final weigh in will be December 18. Remember we do have a real prize for the Red Team Biggest Loser? Will that be you? It can be if you work hard and do your best!

Have a healthy day!

 

[simpilotswife]

For the most part we are done. If we're not finished with someone we know what we are going to buy and that is the important thing.

 

[cherylp3]

I have no Christmas shopping. My Hanukkah shopping is all done.
Hanukkah begins tonight at sundown, I'm going to mousefest on Thursday.
The temple is having a party on Sunday, last sunday my husband helped make 750 potato pancakes for the party.

 

[dare2dream]

11 pieces of wedding cake are in the freezer. Now they will not all end up in my belly. Exercise for the day is done, but maybe I could sneak in another session later today.

Good start for the day. Hope your day is going well too.

 

[dare2dream]

Good morning Red Team. Not much traffic here yesterday. Usually weigh in day a lot of people check in. Thank you to the 11 people that have reported their weights to me. That leaves 14 not reporting. We really are winding down, we are losing a lot of people. I will PM a reminder to these 14 people just to let them know that I miss hearing from them.

Attention Red Team

Don't forget the weekly team challenge runs until midnight tonight, Wednesday. Please report your totals to me by 3 PM Thursday afternoon. Remember even if you are late go ahead and send me your numbers, I will include them in our figures if I can.

Red Team question of the day

What's the temperature where you are right now?

Me first. Weather.com has me currently at 24. Sorry can't make the degree sign. It is cold here today. They are calling for snow. We had a flurry for a while yesterday but it didn't amount to anything. We haven't had a significant snow here for a couple of years.

simpilotswife (Kimberly), Thanks for answering the QOTD. Great job with your shopping. Now you can sit back and enjoy the holidays. You have been working VERY hard during our challenge. You are one of our team superstars. Keep up the good work.

cherylp3, Happy Hanukkah! I hope you and your family have a wonderful celebration this week. Your DH is a sweetheart to help make the latkes. MY DH would have nothing to do with such a thing. Tell me about mousefest, I imagine it is Disney related but I have no clue.

Well Red Team, how is everyone else doing? I did get in two exercise sessions yesterday, YIPEE! No salad though. I really need to work on that because I bought a big bag of salad mix since company was here. It didn't get touched though. I hate the thought of throwing out another bag of salad mix. It doesn't last too long in the fridge. Yesterday I did have to throw out the cut up cucumber. Oh well. I just need to eat this healthy stuff instead of the junk. At least the wedding cake made it into the freezer yesterday. I am very happy about that. Today's goal is exercise and two salads again. I know I can do this.

What about you Red team? What will you do today? What are your healthy plans? Inspire me please!! Two more weeks, let's make them count.

Have a healthy day!

 

[cherylp3]

Mousefest is basically a big gathering of Disney fans. There is a cruise and a land portion. During the land portion there will be meets. It is very fun to meet other disney fans.

 

[bridgetgabbie]

Hey Red Team,

I have been busy lately, with not much time to post.

QOTD: It is SO cold here this week. We had snow Sunday into Monday and now it is hanging out in the teens, so this snow isn't going anywhere. I had to run my last 2 runs on the treadmill, 9 today. I have never ran more than 3 on a treadmill, so that is quite an accomplishment, but goodness it is boring. The only good part it is, the run was much warmer. We ran 12 on Saturday in 20 degree weather and our hands were frozen. Come on Disney Marathon, we need a break from this Massachusetts Weather!

Robin

 

[simpilotswife]

Thanks Brenda! I try to do well in the weightloss area because I am a little pathetic with the weekly challenges.

It is in the low 30's here. I went walking last night and this morning and it was pretty darn cold. My ILs bought me a mini-stepper so the weather outside shouldn't prevent me from getting exercise.

By the way, tupperware is a great way to keep salad mix fresh for a while. I don't know if it works as well in say rubbermaid or something else but I can definitely vouch for tupperware.

 

[iggbees]

Hey Red Team,

I have been busy lately, with not much time to post.

QOTD: It is SO cold here this week. We had snow Sunday into Monday and now it is hanging out in the teens, so this snow isn't going anywhere. I had to run my last 2 runs on the treadmill, 9 today. I have never ran more than 3 on a treadmill, so that is quite an accomplishment, but goodness it is boring. The only good part it is, the run was much warmer. We ran 12 on Saturday in 20 degree weather and our hands were frozen. Come on Disney Marathon, we need a break from this Massachusetts Weather!

Robin

are you running in the jan marathon? we'll be down in disney during that time (jan 10-13th), not running though.

it's been wicked cold here this week. bitter cold.

i haven't been around lately, just been so busy. it's coming to the end of the semester and things always get hectic after thanksgiving. soon it will be vacation though.

 

[winniedapooh]

I thought I had posted yesterday but I must have timed out??? Anyhow it was a balmy 27 out tonight coming home around 6:30 PM. I try to use reverse psychology on myself saying that it is really 72 like it is in Florida, lol! Didn't do great on the challenge but I think that is because not only was I sick but it then went through the house...blech! I did lose this week though, yahoo!

 

[bridgetgabbie]

are you running in the jan marathon? we'll be down in disney during that time (jan 10-13th), not running though.

it's been wicked cold here this week. bitter cold.

i haven't been around lately, just been so busy. it's coming to the end of the semester and things always get hectic after thanksgiving. soon it will be vacation though.

Yeah we will be running the Disney Marathon on the 13th. We are staying at Pop as well. I can't wait!

Robin

 

[winniedapooh]

A balmy 15 degrees on my way to work this AM...Florida has got to be warmer! I did fantastic yesterday, back on track eating right, small portions, and then I got to work on finishing up my dissertation proposal and fell apart...3 homemad CC cookies and a piece of homemade swedish coffee bread! Yikes, so bad...oh well will try to do better today!

 

[dare2dream]

Please PM your weekly challenge scores to me by 3 PM today. Remember even if you are late PM me anyway, I will use your numbers if I can. I have only gotten two scores so far. That challenge has ended but our new one is posted here. The new one is an exercise challenge. Check it out and do what you can. Remember every point counts.

I am off to tabulate our weekly weigh in. We had a lot of folks not reporting but we also had some nice losses. So far our percentage looks much better than it has been in the last few weeks, but will it be good enough? Stay tuned to find out.

My salad mix is in Tupperware simpilotswife (Kimberly) and it is already starting to go bad. I did have one salad yesterday, today I will have two. I even did my exercising yesterday and have already had a session today.

The snow is still on the ground here so the guys are not working on the garage today. DH had been sick with a stomach thing. Why are men so pitiful when they are sick? He whined about being a sick puppy yesterday. He even got teary eyed and babbled on about how blessed he is and how he is glad that I am the mother of his children. He must have been delirious because my husband never talks like that. I kind of liked hearing it though. I felt appreciated and I don't feel like that very often. I am wondering what I can do to him in about 6 months or so to make him babble on like that again. Right now he is snoozing in his computer chair next to me in the office. He is feeling a bit better today but is still too weak to go to work.

Any Biggest Loser watchers out there? I have been catching up on my episodes. The Red Team is gone completely. WOW! I sure wish Neil was gone after his gaining 17 pounds stunt. I don't think he will ever fall below the yellow line and will make it to the finals. I just hope he doesn't win the big bucks. I am thinking of ordering a Red Team shirt from the NBC website. Anyone else interested in adding to my order? PM me.

So Red Team just stop in and say Hi today. No QOTD just say what's on your mind. Wait a minute I do have a question.

Red Team question of the day

Our WISH Biggest Loser 3 challenge will end Tuesday December 18. The Red Team Biggest Loser will receive a real prize donated by an anonymous Red Team member. The next season of the Biggest Loser TV show will start Tuesday January 1. It will feature couples. How do you feel about another WISH Biggest Loser challenge? Would you participate if we were not in teams but just individuals? Do you have any suggestions of what you would like to see here?

Me first. Biggest Loser Central has already started discussing this. So far we are looking at a smaller scale operation. Possibly no teams with just one weekly support thread. I would like to see some type of BL challenge continue because I need it desperately. I have not taken this one very seriously and feel like I have failed miserably but I can not give up. I would enjoy a chance to redeem myself and try to do better.

Keep working hard Red Team and report those weekly challenge points to me ASAP.

Have a healthy day!

 

[winniedapooh]

Hey Red Team...I would love to keep this up. I feel like there are other people out there that understand me... I also like the accountability. I don't know how I would do in a huge group but would be willing to try whatever is decided. A balmy 12 degrees out tonight...blech! I have gone down 1 pants size and am putting all of my "bigger" sizes away tomorrow. I kept trying to wear them but they were falling off of me and very very baggy and sloppy looking. Go RED TEAM and Brenda thanks for all that you do!

 

[iggbees]

well, i just got back from 45 min at the gym. i was so tempted to only do 30, but then i figured we'd probably have to push ourselves for this week's challenge, so i did the extra 15 min! i haven't been to the gym in about 3 weeks. it felt good. i've also decided to join my friend taking step classes. she loves it and always tells me to come along with her. i think it's a good way to get a workout that works different parts of my body. she always tells me how sore she is after, so i hope that's a good thing! that starts on saturday morning.

here's my results on the weekly challenge quiz. they're pretty true, especially the obstacles part, i can't stand going to the gym when i forget my ipod or there's nothing good on tv:

Your Personality Type: SPONTANEOUS
Life is a game, and your strategy is always changing. While you aren't much for rules, you'll follow them if they're simple and help you have fun.

Your Exercise Rx:
Short but sweet activities that allow you to accumulate exercise time throughout the day may be a good choice, says Ross Andersen, PhD, director of exercise science at Johns Hopkins' weight management center. Spontaneous types also tend to do well with games.

Best Choices

* Short walks throughout the day
* Taking the stairs
* Bike rides
* Hiking
* Tennis
* Racquetball
* Squash
* Basketball
* Frisbee



Leisure Activities
Your first priority is to work regular exercise into your week. But also think about using your leisure time to burn off a few extra calories. Here are some extracurricular activities for your personality type:

* skiing
* playing in a softball or volleyball league



Obstacles
Different personalities don't just take to different activities; they have to contend with different obstacles too. Here's what you might find in your path, as well as ways to get around it:
Your biggest enemy is an idle mind. Even short workouts can turn torturous if there's nothing to occupy your brain.
Solution: Watch TV or listen to music while exercising, or grab a workout partner to talk with

 

[winniedapooh]

Took the Personality Quiz and it is me...


Your Personality Type: INSPIRATIONAL
You're the type who catalyzes other people into action. You know how to say all the right things, which is why people gravitate toward you, tell you their problems, and look to you for inspiration. You're creative and are concerned about achieving personal growth.

Your Exercise Rx:
Dual-purpose exercise. To you, working out is engaging only when it's about more than just your body. You are more apt to enjoy it if it's about being part of a community or about exploring your inner self. To enhance your spiritual side, try listening to music to set the mood for a peaceful workout.

Best Choices


Softball
Volleyball
Soccer
Dance classes
Water aerobics
Martial arts
Trail running
Swimming
Tai chi


Leisure Activities
Your first priority is to work regular exercise into your week. But also think about using your leisure time to burn off a few extra calories. Here are some extracurricular activities for your personality type:

nature walks
yoga


Obstacles
Different personalities don't just take to different activities; they have to contend with different obstacles too. Here's what you might find in your path, as well as ways to get around it:
Because you may often engage in activities that involve instructors or coaches, you run the risk of being turned off by corrections or criticism aimed at you--or anyone else in your group.
Solution: Remind yourself that the teacher or coach is only trying to help you; if that doesn't work, look for a class or team that focuses more on teamwork or a teacher or coach whose style you prefer.

 

[simpilotswife]

Brenda that is so weird about the Tupperware. Could it be that your lid isn't sealing correctly? Anytime I put salad into a tupperware container I know it will stay crisp and edible for at least a week.

QOTD-Yes I will participate in the BL challenge. Participating is helping me to stay focused.

Now for the weekly challenge Prevention Magazine Quiz.....

Your Personality Type: SPONTANEOUS
Life is a game, and your strategy is always changing. While you aren't much for rules, you'll follow them if they're simple and help you have fun.

Your Exercise Rx:
Short but sweet activities that allow you to accumulate exercise time throughout the day may be a good choice, says Ross Andersen, PhD, director of exercise science at Johns Hopkins' weight management center. Spontaneous types also tend to do well with games.

Best Choices


Short walks throughout the day
Taking the stairs
Bike rides
Hiking
Tennis
Racquetball
Squash
Basketball
Frisbee

 

[bridgetgabbie]

QOTD--I would participate in the challenge as I love the accountability and support. It also motivates me to stay on program when I know people are counting on me to lose weight. Competition is also very fun and healthy. Unfortunately or fortunately, I am below my weight watcher goal weight and very quickly approaching my personal goal weight, so I will not be participating in the challenge, but would love to help offer support. I have lost almost 20 additional pounds since I joined the Biggest Loser Red Team, and I am so thankful for all your support, especially yours Brenda!

Oh and I weighed myself this morning, I am getting excited, I may have a good weigh in for us on Tuesday, let's hope the scale continues to be my friend through the weekend. I have an 18 mile run scheduled, so I am sure that will help.

Robin

 

[winniedapooh]

Robin you girl ...that is awesome that you are almost there. I know that someday those words will be mine. I just joined another thread on WISH to help motivate me a bit more...walk your way to Disney. Hey I have a tread mill and I am going to put my favorite pic of kids and WDW on it and walk the almost 1300 miles off. I am hoping this gives me an extra boost! GO RED TEAM it is our few weeks let's make them good ones!!!

 

[winniedapooh]

Brenda that is so weird about the Tupperware. Could it be that your lid isn't sealing correctly? Anytime I put salad into a tupperware container I know it will stay crisp and edible for at least a week.


I have found that if the lettuce is starting to limp up then no matter what you put it in it goes blech...HTH