TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[keenercam]

Wow! my lunch is delicious - 3 oz rotisserie chicken breast with canned green beans; salad of baby spinach w/FF feta, unsweetened mandarin orange segments & spray raspberry walnut vinegarette dressing. Talk about taste sensations!

 

[KristiMc]

Wow! my lunch is delicious - 3 oz rotisserie chicken breast with canned green beans; salad of baby spinach w/FF feta, unsweetened mandarin orange segments & spray raspberry walnut vinegarette dressing. Talk about taste sensations!

That sounds yummy!

 

[tggrrstarr]

QOTD Tuesday, January 4, 2011-What music really gets you moving? (Can you tell I want some new music for my ipod?)Or just what is your favorite music?
TTFN

Wow, music! I have such an eclectic range, since I listen to so much at work, I go through it all pretty fast. Right now, for working out I listen to any pop music with a beat - Usher, Nelly, Ke$ha, 3OH!3, etc., anything Glee, Muse, Black Eyed Peas. I am always looking for new stuff. I am loving the Vampire Diaries soundtrack and some of the songs from Eclipse soundtrack.

Also, Phoenix, Franz Ferdinand, The XX, Robin Thicke, Owl City and Angels and Airwaves.

Thanks so much for all of the Birthday Wishes!

Be back soon for replies!

 

[Stinasmom]

QOTD Tuesday, January 4, 2011-What music really gets you moving? (Can you tell I want some new music for my ipod?)Or just what is your favorite music?

Music is KEY! The more motivating and upbeat the more you want to move!
I love to dance and right now Ke$ha and Pit Bull have me shimmying even while I'm driving! My DD14 jokes that we really ROCK the minivan at times!

I mentioned earlier that I teach Jazzercise. We get about 30 new songs with prechoreographed routines every 10 weeks to choose from when putting together our sets for a class. Getting new music and keeping current with music really motivates!

Right now we are enjoying Black Eyed Peas, Keri Hilson, Britney Spears, and the Pussycat Dolls. Admittedly, I tend to not teach the Country/western songs and will pick Michael Buble very sparingly!

Marcy

 

[Williamandmom]

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

My first trip was in March of 2004,my last was Aug 2008, and my next trip will be Christmas 2011! I have been there 4 times now!

 

[Disneywedding2010]

QOTD - My name is Kristina and I am a 27 year old widow. My husband and daughter were killed in 2008 when we were hit head on my a drunk driver. I was the sole survivor and since then have had to deal with a lot of medical conditions.

I have a great man in my life now and who is there whenever I need him. We just returned from a Christmas vacation at Disney World. Since, the accident I've gained a considerable amount of weight. I have a team of doctors that are all telling me I need to get the weight off and a lot of these health issues will be easier to deal with.

 

[Disneywedding2010]

QOTD - What music really gets you moving? (Can you tell I want some new music for my ipod?)Or just what is your favorite music?

I like country and rock and roll. When I'm on the treadmill I like something upbeat that will keep me motivated to keep going. When I clean the house I listen to my "FOUR PARKS ONE WORLD" cd that I got a few months ago. My DF laughs at me but hey at least I get the house clean .

 

[Williamandmom]

QOTD 1/4/11 Tuesday
What music really gets you moving? (Can you tell I want some new music for my ipod?)Or just what is your favorite music?[/QUOTE]

For working out, I really like Black Eye Peas.

 

[Disneywedding2010]

I started keeping track of food intake and exercise onJanuary 1st.

Yesterday I walked half a mile on the treadmill. Today I had a 50 minute training session with my personal trainer at 24 hour fitness. I'm getting back on the treadmill later tonight and walking another half a mile. I have a goal of walking 3 miles a week. I just got over having really bad back pain due to one disc in my back being bulging and the other one right on a nerve. So I'm taking it slow but steady for now. I don't want to it flare back up again.

 

[KSH]

DH & I at the end of Oct 2010

Wow Dawn you look amazing! Very inspiring

You can still do ice-cream, just pick out the right kind! I am in love with the WW ice-cream line- especially the choc/choc sandwich and the knock off snickers bars. 150 calories, I have one almost every night.

Happy Birthday Kelli! Hope it is fabulous. I bought some of the knock off snickers last night, can't wait to try one!

3. Share meals--even counter service. Share desserts. Have a dessert or an appetizer.

Having said that, I cannot have potato chips in my house, period. They are my binge food.

Sharing is a great way to go! Still get to have whatever it is, just not as much. And usually you end up getting to try more than you would have otherwise. We have Chinese interns in my office frequently, and I went to lunch with two of them one time. They shared their meal and it wasn't really big - just chicken fingers and fries - and told me that before they left China they were told to share every meal, since American portions were too big for Chinese girls. I think American portions are too big for American girls sometimes too!!

Potato chips are my weakness too, Rose! I absolutely can't have them around at all.

QOTD Tuesday, January 4, 2011-What music really gets you moving? I too listen to hip hop and dance type stuff on my ipod - gotta have fast tunes to get me going!!

Most significantly, I saw the orthopedic surgeon this morning who said I can start to train to run.

Congratulations! Your story is very inspiring, it is great to hear how well you have come back after previous health issues. Thanks for sharing!

I'm having another good day so far, on track to stay within my WW points again. Have I mentioned how much I like this new program??! I can't wait to weigh Friday. That never happens!!

Take care everyone!

Karen

 

[Disneywedding2010]

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

My first trip to Disney World was back in 1995 with my mom, dad, and brother.

My last trip was just a few weeks ago. We stayed at Old Key West Resort Dec 23 - 29. It was my first time to Disney over Christmas. We didn't get to do everything we wanted to do but we enjoyed our time there.

Our next trip is May 16 - 25th. We are driving so we will be leaving Texas May 15th. We are DVC members so we are staying at our home resort, Baylake Tower, in a one bedroom. I'm graduating from college that month so this trip is to celebrate my completion of my Bachelors degree.

Including my trip in 95 with my parents I've been to Disney 5 times.

 

[kinntj]

QOTD: Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011
What types of exercise are you going to do or have been doing that can help others with this challenge?

Right now I'm doing 20 minutes on the treadmill and will eventually do my Turbo Jam DVD's once I feel better.

QOTD Monday, January 3, 2011: When was your first trip to Disney, your last trip and when is your next trip? How many times have you been?

My first trip to Disney was Feb 1998, just fiance and myself. It was fun! We got married 2 months after that in Hawaii.
Last trip was May, 2008 with our 2 girls and it was a blast!
Next trip is not planned in the near future. I take care of my mom full time and she has anxiety issues, so finding someone else is impossible.


Music that makes me move is Black Eyed Peas, Ke$ha, Gwen Stefani, and other various artists. I do like to work out to some 80's music, but it's hard to pick one artist. It's a mish mash of different artists.

I'm still not feeling well, but doing better than the past three days. I wasn't keeping food down, so there was no exercise to be had. I was weak just standing up. I have a sick kid home for the past 2 days also. We're having a coughing contest without really have a contest. I'm trying to keep up with the germs by wiping down phones, remotes, bathroom/kitchen fixtures, door handles, etc. I'm trying to keep DH from getting this thing. Most in the house have gotten it and it's lasted two weeks. I'm just finishing week one.

Stay healthy guys and germ free!

 

[Disneywedding2010]

QOTD: Sunday, Jan. 2, 2011
What types of exercise are you going to do or have been doing that can help others with this challenge?

Right now I'm going to be alternating between my Jillian Michaels 30 day shred, walking on my treadmill, and seeing my personal trainer at the gym. I may even try to get a few extra times in at the gym if I can get the motivation to get off my butt and drive up there.

 

[tigger813]

Hey, one of our own is trying to get me off plan!!!!! DisneyDaisy, no fair selling me girl scout cookies the first week of the challenge!!!!!

All right Mickeys!!!!! Let's get focused!!!!

QOTD: Wednesday, January 5, 2011- Did you watch (or will you if you want to answer tonight), watch Biggest Loser tonight? If you did (or will), what did you do that was healthy during it?

For those that don't watch BL, what's your favorite tv show?

You are welcome to answer both questions!!!!!

QOTD: For me, I will do at least 2 miles while watching it tonight and drinking lots of water! I imagine Jillian yelling at me to keep going no matter what! It is quite motivating as I really don't want to be yelled at by her!!!!! She can be scary!

We watch wayyyy too much tv here! We love Big Bang Theory, CSI, CSI:NY, Criminal Minds, BL, Doctor Who. Our newest guilty pleasures are Ghost Hunters and Primeval! Thank goodness for TIVO!!!!

Gotta help DD1 finish her homework so she can be ready for dancing on time!

TTFN

 

[RT's Mom]

Hey everyone!

I haven't had a chance to introduce myself, so here goes.....my name is Amy and I live in Texas with my husband of 15 years and our two kiddos - Rylee, daughter, age 13 and Truett, son, age 12.

I recently had a doctor's appointment and my blood pressure was sky high 180/120. I've never had a problem with blood pressure, weight - yes, blood pressure - no. So, he put me on blood pressure pills and told me to lose some weight. I'm 38 and I personally think WAY to you to be on blood pressure medicine. I'm losing this weight to get off the pills and feel better about myself.

I would love to lose at least 45 lbs by the end of May. Can it be done??? YES!!

I'm excited about meeting everyone on here and succeeding with our goals.

Got to get back to work for now, but will post later to answer the QOTD!

Amy

 

[Disneywedding2010]

QOTD: Wednesday, January 5, 2011- Did you watch (or will you if you want to answer tonight), watch Biggest Loser tonight? If you did (or will), what did you do that was healthy during it?

I will watch Biggest Loser tonight. Tuesday night is the only night I watch prime time television. Thank God for DVR! Our Tuesday night line up:

Watch NCIS while BL is recording. During the last hour of BL (I wait til its finished recording before I watch it) I watch Billy the Exterminator, its usually the show from the week previous. Then I watched DVR'ed BL and then watch the new episode of Billy. I'm usually watching tv from 7p til just after midnight .

I'm going to walk my half a mile during some show tonight (it may not be necessariy during BL).

 

[Rose&Mike]

(AND I just have to brag... look below, we have been chosen for many magical memories. Including opening BOTH MK and DLR!!!!!)


I managed to exercise today, which felt really good because I was so stressed from work stuff today. Food not so good...

Great job on the exercise! And I am so jealous about the magical memories. The closest I've gotten is when the cast member at the pin store swapped out a broken pin for me!

QOTD Tuesday, January 4, 2011-What music really gets you moving? (Can you tell I want some new music for my ipod?)Or just what is your favorite music?

TTFN

Saturday when we ran we listened to the Pretty in Pink soundtrack! It was awesome. 12 miles of 80s tunes!

Jaelynnandmom--love the pics! And great job on working on those HHs!


Hi CC!

I'm doing much better with my healthy habits. Still not drinking all the water that I should but working toward it - I don't usually drink ANY. I'm getting the exercise in every day and the vegetables.

You will probably get sick of hearing me say this, but it is a process. Be conscious of what you are doing and keep working towards your new healthy habilts. Sounds like you are off to a good start!

Sometimes I need a mom! My own mother had some serious weight issues when I was growing up and as such has been policing my body for years. It really led to an unhealthy relationship with food for me, and now if I'm not working on losing weight I feel like I'm failing her... so a mom that's just supportive is such a positive change.

I could definitely see the difference in the pictures. Sometimes our brain takes a little while longer to catch up with our body. And I feel your pain on the mom thing. I have received a ton of support from the wonderful folks on the bl thread.

My husband and I went on our first adult only trip to WDW last summer. We had a wonderful time.

Started back to school today and was really tired when I got home, but still managed to do 20 minutes of Wii Fit!

Thanks everyone for keeping me encouraged.

I love adult only trips! And good job on getting the exercise in.

Welcome Holly324!!!

I dont use an ipod or listen to music when I exercise, its just me and my brain.

My favorite music is top 40 or hip hop and anything tim mcgraw. I know odd mixture. I love dancing with my boys to all the top hits. Somehow they learn the words and it just cracks me up to hear them sing them. oh and I have a re invented love for New kids on the block and backstreet boys after seeing them on the dick clark NYE program the other night. Their concert is coming to philly in june and I am figuring out how I could get extra money to get a ticket.

I had another op day. no exercise for me though tonight just way to tired. need a day of reccuperation. I did notice that I am now having my withdrawl symptoms of fast food and soda again. I have not been good to myself the past 2 wks. I have a splitting headache and just feel starved. It will subside in another 24 hrs or so. Does anyone else get like this when they first change their diet?

Woohoo for onplan days! There was a pro/con article in runners world (last night I think) about running with or without music. It was pretty interesting. I think it's supposed to be more "zen" like if you run without. And I missed the bsb and nsync. I have to look for it on youtube.

Hi Shawn!!! Hope you have a safe trip home!

I am liking the Healthy Habits challenge! It is really helping keep me on task. Although, I freaked people out at my work today! I went for a walk on my lunch hour - really more of a hike on our super-hilly campus - and got my heart rate up. Well, I forgot that my face tends to turn beet-red whenever that happens...just a weird genetic thing in my family. So I got a lot of concerned "OMG! Are you okay?" questions for awhile after clocking back in!

I get really red too! Too funny about your coworkers! Hope your dh finds something soon!

Water was great today and food was pretty good. For this week, I'm just trying to focus on actually eating when I should and making good choices. I even got my veggies in! Went to the grocery store today as well and bought a lot of great healthy choices. I've even got dinner menus for the whole week (another bad habit around here - 5pm "huh, guess we shoudl have dinner - wonder what there is?"). So thanks to all of you for the support of even just being there! It's made a difference in my day today for sure.

You sound like you are ready to go! Great job on being so organized!

 

[tigger813]

qotd: Sunday, jan. 2, 2011
what types of exercise are you going to do or have been doing that can help others with this challenge?


right now i'm going to be alternating between my jillian michaels 30 day shred, walking on my treadmill, and seeing my personal trainer at the gym. I may even try to get a few extra times in at the gym if i can get the motivation to get off my butt and drive up there.

i still haven't received your weigh in!!!!! Please send it asap!!!!

 

[SGcruiser]

Hello, from Texas too. I am so glad to have this challenge to keep me motivated. Usually this time of year is hard because of the holiday letdown. My name is Sherrie and I turned fifty last year. This time last year we were at Disney getting ready for the Half Marathon. We completed it in freezing weather. It looks like this year will be much better weather, but we couldn't swing two years in a row. Despite running I still managed to gain weight and am in need of losing 20 lbs during the challenge. Thanks to everyone who is taking the time to keep us on track. I am looking forward to tonight's episode and meeting the newest couples on Biggest Loser. Its great to be part of Team Mickey.

 

[Disneywedding2010]

i still haven't received your weigh in!!!!! Please send it asap!!!!

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