Team Donald – Biggest Loser “No Excuses” 2012 Challenge

[4HOLIDAYS]

I can barely keep up with how quick the thread is going- or maaybe it is I haven't had much time on the dis...

QOTD-breakfast- Fiber One cereal, egg beaters on a slice of multi grain,high fiber tst.
Sometimes a yogurt and berries or melon. I try to get it in the first hour but I'm not always hungry and since I homeschool it is easy to push it back a bit.

I can not seem to get organized since the holidays. I am having a terrible time getting back into the weekly routine of shopping, cleaning...te same with meal plan, daily chores, exercise... I feel like I just can't get my focus. I'm all over the place this past week or so. I somehow need to REBOOT!

 

[dizzydrop]

Hello ladies, my name is Wakisha and I'm on team Donald, woohoo!!! I was late to join but I've been exercising and managing my food since last tuesday when the premiere of BL aired on tv. I'm 30 years old and I have 4 small children. I'm a SAHM and I'm determined to lose weight. My ultimate goal is to lose 42lbs because my DH has already informed me that whenever I get down to that point he will take me on our next trip to Disney World, AND of course I'm such a Disney fanatic that I'm crazy inspired. I think he's secretly hoping I don't lose it too soon but I'm hoping to lose 1.5 to 2lbs a week. I've given myself small rewards for each 10 lbs I lose along the way but going to Disney is the only reward I'm interested in.
I started losing weight 2 years ago and ended up losing 47 lbs, since then I managed to gained 20 of it back (most of it on our last trip to Disney (((shamefully)))), I'm so determined to lose it back though. My only fear is losing more than the 20lbs because I've never lost down more than that, I plateaued forever until I started gaining again due to discouragement. I'm trying not to let plateauing bother me this time, I need to just push through it but I does get upsetting when you stop losing weight and you're doing everything right.
I've read the thread and I'm so happy for everyone who lost and maintained last week, and that we won the weigh in, congrats to everyone. I haven't weighed myself in yet so I'm waiting until Friday but I'm alteast hoping for a loss.
I hope everyone has a great and productive week!!!
Wakisha

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hello Donalds! I just wanted to say Congratulations on the fabulous loss last week, and I miss some of my very favorite people who have become quackers! Have a wonderful week, and just keep losing!

Maria

 

[luvpoohandcompany]

I can not seem to get organized since the holidays. I am having a terrible time getting back into the weekly routine of shopping, cleaning...te same with meal plan, daily chores, exercise... I feel like I just can't get my focus. I'm all over the place this past week or so. I somehow need to REBOOT!

I have felt like that today too Must be something in the air

Hello ladies, my name is Wakisha and I'm on team Donald, woohoo!!! I was late to join but I've been exercising and managing my food since last tuesday when the premiere of BL aired on tv. I'm 30 years old and I have 4 small children. I'm a SAHM and I'm determined to lose weight. My ultimate goal is to lose 42lbs because my DH has already informed me that whenever I get down to that point he will take me on our next trip to Disney World, AND of course I'm such a Disney fanatic that I'm crazy inspired. I think he's secretly hoping I don't lose it too soon but I'm hoping to lose 1.5 to 2lbs a week. I've given myself small rewards for each 10 lbs I lose along the way but going to Disney is the only reward I'm interested in.
I started losing weight 2 years ago and ended up losing 47 lbs, since then I managed to gained 20 of it back (most of it on our last trip to Disney (((shamefully)))), I'm so determined to lose it back though. My only fear is losing more than the 20lbs because I've never lost down more than that, I plateaued forever until I started gaining again due to discouragement. I'm trying not to let plateauing bother me this time, I need to just push through it but I does get upsetting when you stop losing weight and you're doing everything right.
I've read the thread and I'm so happy for everyone who lost and maintained last week, and that we won the weigh in, congrats to everyone. I haven't weighed myself in yet so I'm waiting until Friday but I'm alteast hoping for a loss.
I hope everyone has a great and productive week!!!
Wakisha

Welcome. You will find a great support group here to help you through the tough times You can do it

Day 2 home with DD She has a really bad cold. Thanks to everyone who hoped she felt better. I am climbing the walls. I have been on Pinterest non-stop. It is addicting. I never take off from work unless she is sick or I have a stomach virus. I hate to feel unproductive.
Hope both you and your daughter are doing ok

Thank you Sue for all your hard work! Congrats to frndshpcptn! I am psyched to be in the top ten Great job everyone!

Me too!!
Wow we won! So Cool! I love that both teams are doing well and so close. Awesome!

Unbelievable how close both teams are So glad everyone is doing well

 

[ougrad86]

What about giving DS double portions?

My undergrad college used the quote from Les Browning: Shoot for the moon, even if you miss you'll land among the stars.QUOTE]

When we eat healthy, he usually doesn't like it that much, it is all he can do to eat one portion. I have to make him eat healthy (we weren't too good when he was younger).

I like this quote, because I'm a big astronomy buff.

I may not be there yet, but I am closer than I was yesterday.

I like this one!

On my Disney mug - If you can Dream it, you can do it.

Didn't Walt say that? It is inspiring - reminds me of "A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes" and "When You Wish Upon A Star" that I used to think about and sing when I was battling infertility. Goofy, I know, but you get desperate and I was using them to keep believing it could happen.

'IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO BE WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE BEEN'

Like this, especially at 53, I know it is never too late. And healthy, I will have longer to enjoy it!

Today has been really crazy and its been tough to stay with everything, but I think I actually did it! DH and I had to run all over the place getting parts to fix my car, and ended up having Subway for lunch. And I really struggled to drink all the "required" water today, it was so cold and all I really wanted was coffee or hot cocoa, especially when the snow started.

Where did that snow come from? It wasn't predicted at all, I heard chance of flurries, but rain in the afternoon...pretty solid rain!

We got about 1" in Centreville, where I work. How much did you guys end up with. Looking forward to escaping the snow when you move?

Wow! Together we lost the weight of a 12 year old (I just asked my son how much he weighed.) Way to go everyone!

Wow - didn't think of it that way! That is way cool!

This week's winning team with 50.22% is Team Donald!!
Team Mickey was not far behind with 50.20% for the week!
Additional stats for the week!!!!
Buckeye Fan won for Team Mickey with 3.63% this week and was the overall Biggest Loser!!
Congrats to frndshpcptn who was Donald's Team winner with 3.46%!
Team Donald lost 103.3 pounds this week
Team Mickey lost 102.2 pounds this week
Team Donald leads the Total Weight Loss with 103.3 pounds, can you believe how close the results were this week?????
Both teams together have lost 205.5 pounds!!!! Amazing!

Is amazing! GO TEAMS!!!!

Tuesday's QOTD: Share what you eat for breakfast. Feel free to share your on the go ideas, quick breakfasts or what you have when you have time to make something better.

Breakfast is an old standby, oatmeal. I add fresh blueberries. Once I get to work I eat a cheese stick since I need some protein to get me through the morning, although I usually have a snack of fruit mid-morning.

This eats alot of my points. I eat two packets of instant oatmeal, one regular and one high-fiber (the regular cuts down on the flavored high-fiber, which is too sweet for me). I need the high-fiber because it has soluble fiber in it (cholesterol). I am thinking of trying just one packet, trying to stomach the over-flavored high-fiber, and see if I can also last until lunch. If I can, that would save me about 3 points!

On weekends, I usually just have a banana.

"Nothing tastes as good as SLIM feels."

That was one I thought of, but I was feeling rather sorry for myself yesterday, so had trouble thinking up inspirational thoughts! These did help me as I read them!

Just had to share a story from work yesterday. I am a pharmacist and I was ringing out a guest who was buying Lantus insulin for his diabetes and it was expensive - almost $130. He made the comment on how he wish he could go back and taken better care of himself years ago. He looked good now, but a little too late.

Yeah, makes you think. My aunt was very overweight and had diabetes later in life. I was borderline for gestational and made it through OK, but got me thinking when my aunt had it. I started my first major diet a few years ago where I lost 50 lbs. shortly after she passed away. DMIL has it now as well, so am worried for DH, but like I have said he will not diet. Hate for it to be something like that to force him to do it.

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Feeling better today, less sorry for myself !! But stayed OP (mostly, I did allow myself a little more ice cream). Still didn't get much sleep,for some reason woke up at 4:15 and couldn't get back to sleep. So got up and made my lunch and a few other things. I guess I'll be a little tired tonight yet, but I have to get exercise in. I just used up all my lunch to read and post! But a most enjoyable way to do it !

Go Team Donald !

Carol

 

[bellebookworm9]

OH MY GOD. I got here (Old Key West) around noon. My room wasn't ready, so I went to lunch at Olivia's. While I'm eating I get my "your room is ready text". They told me at the desk that I was in building 11 on the second floor...but when I open the door they upgraded me to a 1BR villa. Pics to come on Facebook!

 

[luvpoohandcompany]

OH MY GOD. I got here (Old Key West) around noon. My room wasn't ready, so I went to lunch at Olivia's. While I'm eating I get my "your room is ready text". They told me at the desk that I was in building 11 on the second floor...but when I open the door they upgraded me to a 1BR villa. Pics to come on Facebook!

Wow I'm so excited for you

 

[Disneyluvr]

Sharing a quote I just read in my Dotti's newsletter:

"Success occurs when opportunity meets preparation"

 

[jillbur]

Hello ladies, my name is Wakisha and I'm on team Donald, woohoo!!! I was late to join but I've been exercising and managing my food since last tuesday when the premiere of BL aired on tv. I'm 30 years old and I have 4 small children. I'm a SAHM and I'm determined to lose weight. My ultimate goal is to lose 42lbs because my DH has already informed me that whenever I get down to that point he will take me on our next trip to Disney World, AND of course I'm such a Disney fanatic that I'm crazy inspired. I think he's secretly hoping I don't lose it too soon but I'm hoping to lose 1.5 to 2lbs a week. I've given myself small rewards for each 10 lbs I lose along the way but going to Disney is the only reward I'm interested in.
I started losing weight 2 years ago and ended up losing 47 lbs, since then I managed to gained 20 of it back (most of it on our last trip to Disney (((shamefully)))), I'm so determined to lose it back though. My only fear is losing more than the 20lbs because I've never lost down more than that, I plateaued forever until I started gaining again due to discouragement. I'm trying not to let plateauing bother me this time, I need to just push through it but I does get upsetting when you stop losing weight and you're doing everything right.
I've read the thread and I'm so happy for everyone who lost and maintained last week, and that we won the weigh in, congrats to everyone. I haven't weighed myself in yet so I'm waiting until Friday but I'm alteast hoping for a loss.
I hope everyone has a great and productive week!!!
Wakisha

Welcome to Team Donald!!

I can not seem to get organized since the holidays. I am having a terrible time getting back into the weekly routine of shopping, cleaning...te same with meal plan, daily chores, exercise... I feel like I just can't get my focus. I'm all over the place this past week or so. I somehow need to REBOOT!

I am in the same boat. I just can't get my house back in order. We need pjlla (Pamela) to come help us!!

OH MY GOD. I got here (Old Key West) around noon. My room wasn't ready, so I went to lunch at Olivia's. While I'm eating I get my "your room is ready text". They told me at the desk that I was in building 11 on the second floor...but when I open the door they upgraded me to a 1BR villa. Pics to come on Facebook!

Have fun and what a great way to start off your college program!

Did my exercise last night on Just Dance 3 and my cat, Jenny (a.k.a Mimi), decided that she would watch me work out. I think I may have mentally disturbed my cat. She stayed for a while; watched me dance to "Take On Me" then got tired of it and asked to go out.

To live the life of a cat...

When I exercise at home, my dog insists on being right next to me and she ends up getting stepped on or even kicked. Then she gives me a look like, "Did you just do that to me?" I have no idea why she feels the need to be on top of me while I work out. Maybe she thinks it's play time? My cat on the other hand, is no where to be found while I exercise. He's a laid back 12 year old kitty who runs the show

I have just discovered Chobani yogurt. That stuff is good!!! I've had that for breakfast today and yesterday along with a lot of fluids -- usually really watered down 100% fruit juice. I'm still trying to kick the soda habit, so I'm not yet able to do a lot of straight water. I also enjoy Fiber One cereal, oatmeal sweetened with honey, pancakes (homemade so I can control the sugar).

Oh my. I tried Chobani one time. Yes, ONE time and couldn't even eat the whole container. In fact, I told my boss that someone couldn't pay me to eat it. I just didn't like the taste or texture. He agreed that it's horrible, but he says he makes himself eat it since it's healthy. A girl I work with loves it and says it tastes like ice cream to her. Now, I know ice cream and it tasted NOTHING like ice cream. Oh well, everyone's tastes are different and I'm glad you enjoy it!

I am addicted to Chobani greek yogurt...all flavors with 0% fat....when they have a sale at Stop and Shop I buy about $25 worth...

That's my weekday breakfast...Chobani and some kind of fruit...I like pears this week. My weekends tend to vary...G-F pancakes with skim milk, egg whites with a G-F bagel...or I have a protein pancake that ROCKS: In a bowl mix: 1/2 cup instant oats, 1/2 cup liquid egg whites, 1/2 cup fat free cottage cheese, 1tsp vanilla extract, cinnamon to taste (I use 1tsp). Heat up a pan and use a 1/4 scoop to plop the mix onto the pan. Cook like a pancake. I serve this will blueberry flavored agave as a syrup. TONS of protein and yummy


On Thursday I have a job interview. I'm excited and nervous and hopeful all rolled into one! AND I still need shoes for my suit! The commute to this school would be more difficult but the pay would be significantly more and I would be running my own office again...something I have missed at this school. So, I am prepping today...

Off to the races! My 11am student canceled so I have a few minutes to catch up with you all and get some much needed coffee

Have a great day Donalds and make great choices!

See above for my comment on Chobani lol. Good Luck at your interview! What do you do at your school?


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Well, my planning period is almost over, so I better run. I'll hopefully be back later to catch up some more. This thread flies when I miss a day!

Jill

 

[trinaweena]

Well I just drank my first glass of stuff. Thankfully it doesnt have any taste, but I have NO IDEA how i'm going to drink that much liquid. I have a lot of trouble drinking lots of liquid..this is going to be rough

They have really got to come up with an easier way to do this

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

Horray for Team Donald That was quite an amazing amount of weight to loose by both teams. Great start everyone.

I have caught up with reading but no time for long replies today as I am completely swamped at work.

Wanted to give big hugs to Jen and her family. I hope your kitty makes it home and can spend at least one more evening with DS. That just breaks my heart.

Trina- good luck on drinking the liquids today and for the test tomorrow. You can do it and just keep telling yourself it will all be finished soon.

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We had a luncheon today with salad and pizza. The pieces were small and since i am doing zumba tonight I did have extra calories available to use. So I had a white slice with broccoli and a pepperoni. I also had some salad with a few drips of balsamic ving. dressing. I am feeling pretty full still but in the past I would have just inhaled probably 4 pieces and skipped the salad.

Tonight i will rush to pick up ryan and then rush to zumba. Im ready to work off more of this blubber. The scale keeps going down and it is so motivating. I am preparing myself that very soon it will probably slow down and thats ok.

QOTD- I have been having a mini bagel and a banana for breakfast. Not any protien but its better than the mcdonalds meals I would eat. so I am making progress.

 

[VirataMama4]

Where did that snow come from? It wasn't predicted at all, I heard chance of flurries, but rain in the afternoon...pretty solid rain!

We got about 1" in Centreville, where I work. How much did you guys end up with. Looking forward to escaping the snow when you move?
Carol

Funny story, When I picked up DS from pre-k, his teacher said the kids all think they made it snow; they did an art project in class and "made snow." Next thing they know they looked outside and it was snowing! They kids were so excited and telling everyone they made it snow.


Dh and I were running around a little before noon, and I was like "do you see it, do you see it?" and he thought I was seeing things it was so small. Proved him wrong, I did! The weather guys on Fox5 actually apologized for not calling it.

We got about an inch too, once it started sticking to the grass. I really enjoy the snow and am totally going to miss it when we move. We're from Oregon, so I've really enjoyed having all 4 seasons living here.

The positive is that we will see if we're actually able to stand the heat and humidity, since we want to eventually get to Florida when DH retires or sooner if the Navy will let us.

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QOTD- I am like everyone else and struggle to eat breakfast. I'm not usually hungry until around 10am and by that time I figure its so close to lunch I might as well wait... Since I've started the challenge I've tried to eat breakfast everyday. Today I had a small bowl of frosted flakes and coffee.

I am so sorry for everyone dealing with sick/loss of pets. Its so heartbreaking to lose a furry family member!

 

[mackeysmom]

Tuesday's QOTD: Share what you eat for breakfast. Feel free to share your on the go ideas, quick breakfasts or what you have when you have time to make something better.

I LOVE breakfast . More specifically, I LOVE breakfast foods. Hot breakfast foods only - cold breakfast (cereal, etc.) does absolutely nothing for me.

I have about 5 stand-by breakfasts that I alternate throughout the week:

1) Reduced-fat Boar's Head American cheese melted (open-faced) on a high-fiber english muffin,

2) Same as #1, but with 2 oz. of Boar's Head ham under the cheese (I "crisp" the ham up first in a non-stick frying pan),

3) Same as #2, but with a "fried" (non-stick w/a little butter-flavored Pam) egg on top of each english muffin half,

4) French Toast (two slices of whole grain Weight Watchers bread, eggbeaters, cinnamon, and a speck of real syrup),

5) Egg-white omlette with 1/4 cup of feta cheese - served with either an english muffin or WW bread (with a little ICBINB spray.)

Occasionally, I will tweak #2 and make a traditional grilled-cheese and ham sandwich on the Foreman grill.

I sort of follow Weight Watchers, and most of these breakfasts are pretty point friendly. #3 cost the most points because of the two eggs, but I'll usually have that on a Saturday or Sunday when it is a combo of breakfast and lunch.

I have always been a bacon lover, and while lean, center-cut bacon is pretty points friendly - having just one or two slices leaves me wanting more. I have come to really enjoy the Boar's Head ham, and when I crisp it up - yummy.

- Laura

 

[Disneyluvr]

Awesome job Team Donald Let's keep it up!
Congrats to Team Mickey too! We are all rockin' the weight loss

Trina- hope the procedure goes well

Jen- So sorry to hear about your kitty! Sending hugs for DS!

Wakisha- Welcome, so glad to have you on our team

 

[happysummer]

Tuesday's QOTD: Share what you eat for breakfast. Feel free to share your on the go ideas, quick breakfasts or what you have when you have time to make something better.
I have fruit or a smoothie for breakfast that is when I remember to eat breakfast.
That is great team donald won the challenge.

Trina- Good luck with your procedure

welcome wakisha

Anyone on here who is a vegan or vegetarian? Just curious since I am.
I hope everyone is having a good day.

 

[cclovesdis]

Hi Donalds!

I am very behind schedule today. I didn't wake up until just before 12 Noon. I have sniffled a few times today, so I think I may be feeling the start of a cold.

I only have a few minutes because, well, I really do need to get a few things done around the house, but I needed to pop on here too.

Thank you for all your support! I am loving reading what you eat for breakfast. I know have a huge collection of much better ideas than GF cereal or a GF pancake. I definitely think a hot breakfast like ham and eggs would be a good way to get some variety in and make me much more interested in breakfast. I eat it, but I don't enjoy it.

Tomorrow's plan is to go to the grocery stores. I think I have to go to all 3 of them to get everything we need for meals and not pay a millions $ for everything.

Have a great rest of today and tomorrow Donalds! Congrats on awesome results for Week 1!!!!!!!!!

 

[donac]

Wow I leave for 9 hours and I have to read through 4 pages. What happened?

Pamela The man who did our renewal of vows is a deacon in the Catholic church. Our pastor had changed the year before and our new pastor couldn't committ to doing the ceremony. We almost asked the mayor since he lived around the corner but I am glad we didn't since he went to jail the following year for taking bribes. My friend taught across the hall from me and so I asked her if her husband would do it. The bad part about the ceremony and the party is that I have only a few pictures because I had to rely on other people. Now I know why I always have my camera.

trinaweena good luck drinking that stuff. Last time I did it I had to take pills but I have heard that the liquid is better.

QOTD I usually eat cereal for breakfast. On SUnday it is always a bagel from a local shop. Saturday depends on what I am doing. Last Saturday I made Fiber One pancakes,

Off to get some things done.

Have a happy and healthy evening.

 

[trinaweena]

Wow I leave for 9 hours and I have to read through 4 pages. What happened?

Pamela The man who did our renewal of vows is a deacon in the Catholic church. Our pastor had changed the year before and our new pastor couldn't committ to doing the ceremony. We almost asked the mayor since he lived around the corner but I am glad we didn't since he went to jail the following year for taking bribes. My friend taught across the hall from me and so I asked her if her husband would do it. The bad part about the ceremony and the party is that I have only a few pictures because I had to rely on other people. Now I know why I always have my camera.

trinaweena good luck drinking that stuff. Last time I did it I had to take pills but I have heard that the liquid is better.

QOTD I usually eat cereal for breakfast. On SUnday it is always a bagel from a local shop. Saturday depends on what I am doing. Last Saturday I made Fiber One pancakes,

Off to get some things done.

Have a happy and healthy evening.

I can't imagine that pills would be worse than liquid! Like I said, the taste, not so bad, especially compared to the stuff I drank last time, It just taste like orange powerade, not that I like that stuff at all but it's tolerable. It's just a lot to drink.

I've got maybe about 3 glasses left to drink, and I haven't really gotten to the "bad" part yet, so I'm concerned it's not working haha

Watching Tangled to get me through it. I'm sure I'll make it through this haha, its just unpleasant

To be honest I'm more worried about tomorrow at this point. Like I said, IV's make me REALLY nervous but I will keep in mind all your suggestions, and hope I get a nice nurse. Since I'm usually hyperventalating and in tears, the nurses are usually nice to me

 

[akhaloha]

On Thursday I have a job interview. I'm excited and nervous and hopeful all rolled into one! AND I still need shoes for my suit! The commute to this school would be more difficult but the pay would be significantly more and I would be running my own office again...something I have missed at this school. So, I am prepping today...

Good luck with your job interview!

 

[buzz5985]

Good Morning Team Donald!

Happy Birthday to Donna (Disneyluvr)! May you enjoy your special day and have a healthy year ahead!

Tuesday's QOTD: Share what you eat for breakfast. Feel free to share your on the go ideas, quick breakfasts or what you have when you have time to make something better.

Happy Birthday Donna!!!

We have been on a steel cut oats kick in my house. I cook up a large batch in the crock pot (8 cups water, 2 cups steel cut oats, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp cinamon, 1/2 cup either honey or maple syrup. Cook on low until water is absorbed. 6-8 hours depending on the crock pot). Add some fruit and nuts - very filling. Weekends it's usually eggs and canadian bacon for me regular bacon for DH and DS.

Janis