Disneyland Divas working out, getting healthy, and looking fine in '09!!

[sahbushka]

Good evening!

I am just feeling frustrated with myself tonight. The past few days I have been eating like I'm starving. Yesterday, I had a 3 slices of pizza for lunch and then 2 for dinner. I am so ashamed to even type that out. It is the truth though. Then today, I had pizza again for lunch! OMG! WHAT am I doing?? And while I am eating, I am thinking to myself, "put that down...you don't want it." Yet, I eat. And eat. Ah, I am not sure what my deal is.

I also really need to figure out a good time to work out. I am thinking mornings at the track next to the school I work at, but then I will be nas-tay for the rest of the day. I may just have to bring some body splash and face wash to use afterward.

I am ready to start fresh right now. I did have a small WW cake instead of having a cream-filled donut for dessert. That is 1 point vs. 9 points. SO yay me for that one!

I hope you all have a great night and thank you for letting me talk all about my pizza addiction.

I soooooo understand what you are saying! After 3 months solid of doing perfect I have been absolutely awful for the past 5 days! Yesterday I spent so much money on the vending machine you would think I was courting it! I just ate and ate and ate. I didn't drink my water, I ate cupcakes for breakfast ...it was horrible! Today I am starting out well. I have had my multivitamin, my water, and a granola bar. I am taking veggies for lunch and will figure something out for dinner. I have my workout bag in my car so no excuse to not exercise after work. I haven't worked out in sooooooo long!

Here is to a new start now! I know my weight will go up this friday but I can make it so it is not quite so bad!

Sarah

 

[grizbuzz]

I soooooo understand what you are saying! After 3 months solid of doing perfect I have been absolutely awful for the past 5 days! Yesterday I spent so much money on the vending machine you would think I was courting it! I just ate and ate and ate. I didn't drink my water, I ate cupcakes for breakfast ...it was horrible! Today I am starting out well. I have had my multivitamin, my water, and a granola bar. I am taking veggies for lunch and will figure something out for dinner. I have my workout bag in my car so no excuse to not exercise after work. I haven't worked out in sooooooo long!

Here is to a new start now! I know my weight will go up this friday but I can make it so it is not quite so bad!

Sarah

Welcome back! And here's to a fresh start! Don't beat yourself up. You've been doing SO well. A little blip is no big deal. Drink your water! And get moving! And SMILE!

Good evening divas!

Today was very good. I don't know if I ate enough calories so I think I'll be munching on some fruit while I study for my business test. But I did exercise again!

I did 45 minutes, vigorous swimming. According to healthstatus.com I burned 805 calories!

http://www.healthstatus.com/calculate/cbc

I'm very sore and I'm SO happy about it.

I fit into a smaller size underwear! I was an 18/20 in Lane Bryant and now I'm a 14/16. I wish that was my pant size!

YEAH!!
Great swimming!
And congrats on the smaller sized underwear! I hope you treated yourself to some really pretty ones to celebrate your weight loss

So, for my updates...

I haven't exercised at all this week. I had a meeting with my personal trainer today and he said that was a good thing, since I have been training so hard to meet my goal of running around the lake. And he gave me a new schedule for the next three weeks that is WAY tuned down from what I've been doing. Since my 1/2 marathon isn't until Feb 1, I need to avoid burning out or injuring myself this far ahead. So I'll just be running 2 or 3 times a week and then weight training 2 times a week. And the time/distance of my runs are only half of what they were. When I meet my trainer again in a month, he's going to get me back on a more intense program. Halloween candy and tv set here I come!!! Just kidding...judging by how I've felt this week, I'm doubting I'll have any probably getting used to a less intense workout schedule.

My eating hasn't been going to well. I just don't know if I'm going to lose any more weight from here. I guess I'm not even sure if I want to. I mean, I know that I'd like to, but I don't know if I want it enough to make the necessary sacrifices to get do it. I am within my BMI range now and I feel healthy, so I really think it's OK for me to just focus on the healthy part -- getting exercise and eating better. And if my weight is just stabilizing here, well, I think I'm ok with that.

So, has anyone decided to sign up for the Disneyland 1/2 marathon with me next August? There are 5k races as well.... Discount for $15 off the Disneyland 1/2 marathon is available now. I want to sign up! Anyone want to join me???

And now for the
QUOTE OF THE DAY
A dream is a wish your heart makes when you're fast asleep. In dreams you will lose your heartaches. Whatever you wish for, you keep. Have faith in your dreams, and someday, your rainbow will come smiling through. No matter how your heart is grieving, if you keep on believing, the dream that you wish will come true.
—Cinderella

I guess weigh in is tomorrow.
Good luck everyone!!

 

[2_Eagle_Mom]

Good evening divas!

Today was very good. I don't know if I ate enough calories so I think I'll be munching on some fruit while I study for my business test. But I did exercise again!

I did 45 minutes, vigorous swimming. According to healthstatus.com I burned 805 calories!

http://www.healthstatus.com/calculate/cbc

I'm very sore and I'm SO happy about it.

I fit into a smaller size underwear! I was an 18/20 in Lane Bryant and now I'm a 14/16. I wish that was my pant size!

Woo Hoo!! Congrats on both the swimming and the smaller size. Doesn't matter that it's underwear and not slacks. It just means that you are heading in that direction.

I haven't exercised at all this week. I had a meeting with my personal trainer today and he said that was a good thing, since I have been training so hard to meet my goal of running around the lake. And he gave me a new schedule for the next three weeks that is WAY tuned down from what I've been doing. Since my 1/2 marathon isn't until Feb 1, I need to avoid burning out or injuring myself this far ahead. So I'll just be running 2 or 3 times a week and then weight training 2 times a week. And the time/distance of my runs are only half of what they were. When I meet my trainer again in a month, he's going to get me back on a more intense program. Halloween candy and tv set here I come!!! Just kidding...judging by how I've felt this week, I'm doubting I'll have any probably getting used to a less intense workout schedule.

My eating hasn't been going to well. I just don't know if I'm going to lose any more weight from here. I guess I'm not even sure if I want to. I mean, I know that I'd like to, but I don't know if I want it enough to make the necessary sacrifices to get do it. I am within my BMI range now and I feel healthy, so I really think it's OK for me to just focus on the healthy part -- getting exercise and eating better. And if my weight is just stabilizing here, well, I think I'm ok with that.

So, has anyone decided to sign up for the Disneyland 1/2 marathon with me next August? There are 5k races as well.... Discount for $15 off the Disneyland 1/2 marathon is available now. I want to sign up! Anyone want to join me???

It sounds like your trainer has a great schedule set up for you. I would take his advise and give your body a rest.

If you are within your BMI range I wouldn't worry about the number on the scale. Heck it sounds like you are in pretty good shape. You've done a 1/2 marathon! Sometimes I think we worry too much about what the scale says (especially when you are basically healthy and are comfortable with your size).

I so WISH I could join you on your 1/2 marathon. After our trip in May we will be going no where. I'll be here cheering you on and will walk the trails on the same weekend for the same distance (sorry for my ignorance, how far is a 1/2 marathon in miles?)

Good luck to everyone on the weigh in tomorrow!

 

[sahbushka]

gained 4 lbs this week That's what happens when you eat everything in site I guess! I am really hoping I can do better this week but I am not feeling it.... My son just asked me to click on that icon but how appropriate..sitting and eating!

 

[grizbuzz]

You've done a 1/2 marathon! Sometimes I think we worry too much about what the scale says (especially when you are basically healthy and are comfortable with your size).

I so WISH I could join you on your 1/2 marathon. After our trip in May we will be going no where. I'll be here cheering you on and will walk the trails on the same weekend for the same distance (sorry for my ignorance, how far is a 1/2 marathon in miles?)

Good luck to everyone on the weigh in tomorrow!

Well I haven't done a 1/2 marathon yet. But I'm bound and determined to get there! I started training in April and have made it from being able to run 0 miles and to being able to run 9 miles. The half marathon is 13.1 miles, so when I pick back up my more intense training in November, I'll have a couple months to get to being able to run 13.1 miles for my first race Feb 1 in Huntington Beach, CA.

It was really the Disneyland 1/2 marathon that sparked my whole interest in starting down this path. I just didn't have time to train properly to do it last year. I plan to be ready by this year! Now I just have the get the DH on board to go down there with me for the event.

It's Friday. I haven't stepped on the scale. Here's my exercise report out for the week: Ran 9 miles last Friday, yoga on Sunday and weight training on Thursday. So it was a good week. I had a stressful work week and ate a little more sugar than I should have But they were meringue low fat cookies!

My DH is headed for Reno for the weekend for a "boys" weekend. I went ahead and brought up my plans for a "girls" weekend at DL in March. So far, I"m good to go.

And now for the QUOTE OF THE DAY
Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not; but remember that what you now have was once among the things you only hoped for.
Epicurus

Hope you all had a great week. Do report in, regardless -- for just to measure and be honest with yourself is already a great accomplishment!

 

[grizbuzz]

Hi ladies!

It's Friday and time to check in to let us know how the week went. Is everyone avoiding this board?

Come out, come out, whereever you are!

 

[daisy_77]

Hi, guys! I hope you are all having a great night!

Today was a pretty good day:

• Fiber One pop tart 3 pts
• Apple 1 pt
• Bagel 6 pts
• 1 Tbsp. pumpkin cream cheese 3
• Banana 2 pts
• Salad w.FF dressing 3 pts
• Turkey meatloaf 4 pts
• 1/2 c. corn 2 pts

Total points 24

I could have had more veggies. I did better than I have been. I also walked a mile today. I need to drink some water and I am good to go!

 

[daisy_77]

Oh, I did not lose again. I am okay with that.

 

[daisy_77]

gained 4 lbs this week That's what happens when you eat everything in site I guess! I am really hoping I can do better this week but I am not feeling it.... My son just asked me to click on that icon but how appropriate..sitting and eating!

Sarah, hang in there...you are doing awesome! We all have slip ups--believe me I know. I am constantly having slip-ups! Just do what you are doing and you will reach your goals.

 

[grizbuzz]

gained 4 lbs this week That's what happens when you eat everything in site I guess! I am really hoping I can do better this week but I am not feeling it.... My son just asked me to click on that icon but how appropriate..sitting and eating!

OF COURSE you can do better next week. All you need to do is go back to the basics -- eating right, exercising and drinking your water. Don't beat yourself up over one week. You will soon forgot this week when you get back on track. It's no big deal.

Be kind to yourself and get back to the basics that worked for you before. If you do the right thing, it will work again. For sure!

 

[grizbuzz]

Hi, guys! I hope you are all having a great night!

Today was a pretty good day:

• Fiber One pop tart 3 pts
• Apple 1 pt
• Bagel 6 pts
• 1 Tbsp. pumpkin cream cheese 3
• Banana 2 pts
• Salad w.FF dressing 3 pts
• Turkey meatloaf 4 pts
• 1/2 c. corn 2 pts

Total points 24

I could have had more veggies. I did better than I have been. I also walked a mile today. I need to drink some water and I am good to go!

GREAT DAY!!! AWESOME JOB!!!

 

[grizbuzz]

It's Saturday! HAPPY WEEKEND!

DH is in Reno for the weekend, so there won't be a lot of time for running. I'm going to try for an exercise class this morning and will put the boys in childcare. And then we have DS' soccer game. And tomorrow a princess and pirate birthday party. Lots to do and I will be ready for another weekend by the time DH returns. Just saving up my brownie points for the Divas Trip to DL next March!

Here's our QUOTE FOR THE WEEKEND:
The moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it. Begin it now.
—Goethe


-Jen

 

[daisy_77]

GREAT DAY!!! AWESOME JOB!!!

Thanks!

It's Saturday! HAPPY WEEKEND!

DH is in Reno for the weekend, so there won't be a lot of time for running. I'm going to try for an exercise class this morning and will put the boys in childcare. And then we have DS' soccer game. And tomorrow a princess and pirate birthday party. Lots to do and I will be ready for another weekend by the time DH returns. Just saving up my brownie points for the Divas Trip to DL next March!

Here's our QUOTE FOR THE WEEKEND:
The moment one definitely commits oneself, then providence moves too. All sorts of things occur to help one that would never otherwise occurred. A whole stream of events issues from the decision, raising in one's favor all manner of unforeseen incidents and meetings and material assistance which no man could have dreamed would have come his way. Whatever you can do or dream you can, begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it. Begin it now.
—Goethe


-Jen

Oooo, I like that quote!

Have fun at the party!

 

[disney-inspired]

Checking in!

This week has been hard because I was sick but I still managed to workout 4 days this week! Something I'm VERY proud of I think I might have a sinus infection and will probably go to urgent care tomorrow to check it out.

I walked my dog on Sunday, about 30 minutes. This new leash of hers is God-send, it's great!
I started swimming this week because with this cold I was in NO mood to run.
I swam 30 minutes Tuesday, 45 minutes Wednesday, and 45 minutes Thursday. I really like it. One lap I was doing Thursday night, I was using only my abs to propel myself through the water. Well, the pool at the gym is only 3-4ft deep. I didn't swim with my eyes open because I had contacts in so as I was going I apparently go close to the floor of the pool and smacked my nose hard! This happened TWICE! After the second time I thought I broke my nose and was looking for blood but there wasn't any. Now I get this really painful burning sensation in my left nostril and it affects the whole left side of my face (eye socket, headache, watery eyes). So my dad things I might have a sinus infection. When I got to Facey tomorrow I'm going to strongly request x-rays (aka demand!) to make sure nothing is wrong.

So my eating has been off. I have eaten badly but I have not eaten a lot. I think that is due to my cold.

So I went to the gym today to weight myself and I'm -4lbs! As much as I love losing that much weight in a week, I don't want to be sick anymore.

I'm SO close to fitting into my mummy t-shirt but sadly it won't be happening my this Wednesday. Oh well, I can wear it on Halloween! I'll probably go to Wal-mart today to find one that fits. I'm so excited! Only 4 days until DL/DCA & MTOTP!

 

[grizbuzz]

Checking in!

This week has been hard because I was sick but I still managed to workout 4 days this week! Something I'm VERY proud of I think I might have a sinus infection and will probably go to urgent care tomorrow to check it out.

I walked my dog on Sunday, about 30 minutes. This new leash of hers is God-send, it's great!
I started swimming this week because with this cold I was in NO mood to run.
I swam 30 minutes Tuesday, 45 minutes Wednesday, and 45 minutes Thursday. I really like it. One lap I was doing Thursday night, I was using only my abs to propel myself through the water. Well, the pool at the gym is only 3-4ft deep. I didn't swim with my eyes open because I had contacts in so as I was going I apparently go close to the floor of the pool and smacked my nose hard! This happened TWICE! After the second time I thought I broke my nose and was looking for blood but there wasn't any. Now I get this really painful burning sensation in my left nostril and it affects the whole left side of my face (eye socket, headache, watery eyes). So my dad things I might have a sinus infection. When I got to Facey tomorrow I'm going to strongly request x-rays (aka demand!) to make sure nothing is wrong.

So my eating has been off. I have eaten badly but I have not eaten a lot. I think that is due to my cold.

So I went to the gym today to weight myself and I'm -4lbs! As much as I love losing that much weight in a week, I don't want to be sick anymore.

I'm SO close to fitting into my mummy t-shirt but sadly it won't be happening my this Wednesday. Oh well, I can wear it on Halloween! I'll probably go to Wal-mart today to find one that fits. I'm so excited! Only 4 days until DL/DCA & MTOTP!

Congrats on the 4 lbs and the swimming Cristabel!
Nice to have something positive come out of a week of being sick. I hope you feel better soon. And keep up the GREAT WORK!

 

[mommaU4]

Hi ladies!!!!!!!!
I'm back!!!! I'm sorry I haven't read back so I hope everyone is doing well. And if not, no time like the present right?!?!?!?

I weighed myself already. After being on vacation for 8 days, I have gained 9 pounds!!!!!

I went from 217 the day we left, to 226 today. But hey, what's done is done and I am itching to get back on track and drop that weight!! So time to get serious again.

I'll try to read back tomorrow if I can. I have tons of laundry waiting for me!

 

[disney-inspired]

Hi ladies!!!!!!!!
I'm back!!!! I'm sorry I haven't read back so I hope everyone is doing well. And if not, no time like the present right?!?!?!?

I weighed myself already. After being on vacation for 8 days, I have gained 9 pounds!!!!!

I went from 217 the day we left, to 226 today. But hey, what's done is done and I am itching to get back on track and drop that weight!! So time to get serious again.

I'll try to read back tomorrow if I can. I have tons of laundry waiting for me!

Really, 9lbs? That sounds like a bit much but then again I don't know what you ate over there in DL. Make sure you always weigh yourself in the morning before eating anything and after "relieving yourself"

If you really did gain weight, you'll lose it in no time once you're back on track.

Here's to reality

 

[MunkyMe13]

Hi ladies!!!!!!!!
I'm back!!!! I'm sorry I haven't read back so I hope everyone is doing well. And if not, no time like the present right?!?!?!?

I weighed myself already. After being on vacation for 8 days, I have gained 9 pounds!!!!!

I went from 217 the day we left, to 226 today. But hey, what's done is done and I am itching to get back on track and drop that weight!! So time to get serious again.

I'll try to read back tomorrow if I can. I have tons of laundry waiting for me!

It will come off quick! I'm scared about my weight gain when I go in 11 days!

 

[grizbuzz]

Hi ladies!!!!!!!!
I'm back!!!! I'm sorry I haven't read back so I hope everyone is doing well. And if not, no time like the present right?!?!?!?

I weighed myself already. After being on vacation for 8 days, I have gained 9 pounds!!!!!

I went from 217 the day we left, to 226 today. But hey, what's done is done and I am itching to get back on track and drop that weight!! So time to get serious again.

I'll try to read back tomorrow if I can. I have tons of laundry waiting for me!

Welcome back!

I just want to congratulate you on getting on that scale. As for me, I usually avoid it after vacations, telling myself that I'll wait until I lose a couple of those pounds first. Of course, rather than losing the pounds, I usually just keep staying off the scale and end up gaining a few more. It really shows your commitment and honesty with yourself to "face the music." Heck, it's a vacation! I hope you had a GREAT time. I loved the pictures that were posted and you look fabulous!

I'm having a rough morning. No one put on the alarm clock this morning and our internal alarms didn't seem to go off either. Usually I can count on one of the kid to be up by 6:45am and no one got up until 7:30am. It was a mad dash to get the kids to school on time and I am tired after having to hold down the fort by myself all weekend while the DH was playing poker with the buddies in Reno. Let's just say I'm having a hard time showing him any sympathy for being tired now.

Work is...well...there's no point going into it, but let's just say it's stressful and I basically am fighting for my job right now as we're going through a merger. Send pixie dust fast.

QUOTE OF THE DAY
When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.
Henry Ford

Have a GREAT week everyone!

 

[MunkyMe13]

Welcome back!

I just want to congratulate you on getting on that scale. As for me, I usually avoid it after vacations, telling myself that I'll wait until I lose a couple of those pounds first. Of course, rather than losing the pounds, I usually just keep staying off the scale and end up gaining a few more. It really shows your commitment and honesty with yourself to "face the music." Heck, it's a vacation! I hope you had a GREAT time. I loved the pictures that were posted and you look fabulous!

I'm having a rough morning. No one put on the alarm clock this morning and our internal alarms didn't seem to go off either. Usually I can count on one of the kid to be up by 6:45am and no one got up until 7:30am. It was a mad dash to get the kids to school on time and I am tired after having to hold down the fort by myself all weekend while the DH was playing poker with the buddies in Reno. Let's just say I'm having a hard time showing him any sympathy for being tired now.

Work is...well...there's no point going into it, but let's just say it's stressful and I basically am fighting for my job right now as we're going through a merger. Send pixie dust fast.

QUOTE OF THE DAY
When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.
Henry Ford

Have a GREAT week everyone!

Great quote!