TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[Holly324]

Hello from the road! We are in hotel #2 and will be heading home tonight. I brought my wii fit with me, and have gotten in a workout and a half. Not too much, but not too bad. The most exciting part is that I stayed on WW while I have been gone! I saved all of my extra points for this weekend, and I still lost a little on my weigh in! I am down 1.2 this week - not a whole lot, but wow, that was a great encouragement to stay on plan!

Hope you all have a great day!

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

HI Team!!!

Just a quick check in. Life is busy. Just not enough time in the day. I did well with my eating for the most part this wkend. I had a bachlorette party on sat night and had a few drinks.

Ran 8 miles in very very cold weather yesterday. I was jumping over snow and running through snow and I think doing that wasnt the smartest choice. I strained my left hip/butt muscle. Its sore today but Im hoping it heals quickly. Only 5 weeks until the princess half so I am hoping I dont develop an annoying injury now.

Dh is having major issues with his job and really needs to get out of there. We really need some pixie dust that something else good comes his way. If we can get over this hurrdle I will feel so much better emotionally.

I will weigh in shortly. I am predicting a maintain or a slight gain. Im trying hard but Im sure I could do even better. I havent figured out the whole running long distance and eating to lose weight thing. Hopefully I can find something that works soon.

Monday's QOTD: What can you do along your weight loss journey to magnify the impact or give yourself a self esteem boost?

I love to go shopping and have a bunch of clothes that fit to choose from instead of searching to find one thing that at least fits. I always feel better after that plus it motivates me to keep on working hard.

 

[tigger813]

Great job. Holly!!!!

Home as my client didn't show up! It's such a pain when you make special arrangements and then the client doesn't show! We don't open until 11 but due to Izzie's half day on Mondays I asked her to come in at 10! I waited until 10:30 and left her a message! Not the first time she has done this! She's an ER nurse with Monday being her day off! UGH!!! I could've gotten all my errands done this morning without having to take Izzie out in this FREEZING weather!

Oh, well! I'll just move on and get through today! Going to BJs, Walmart and Best Buy! Probably grab a quick bite to eat in a few and stop and get Izzie something up in NH! She is such a picky eater and she won't eat much of what I have here! I'm out of a lot of stuff. Oh well! Picky kids will be the death of me!

Enjoy your day! Watching Masterpiece Classic that I recorded last night. The series is called Downton Abbey! Maggie Smith is in it! Love her!

 

[Stinasmom]

Monday's QOTD: What can you do along your weight loss journey to magnify the impact or give yourself a self esteem boost?

"Magnify the impact," actually I have been trying to hide the impact (smaller body) a bit from friends at least for a few more weeks. I think of this as a very personal choice and effort and don't really want to talk about it along the way with the friends I have here. Doesn't say much for our friendships? I don't know, maybe not. Reaching my goal will likely correspond to warmer weather and less bulky sweaters, if they notice then, fine.

Although, when I teach my Jazzercise classes, I wear close fitting clothes, so I suspect my customers are noticing. One said something the first week, nothing since.
I have never commented about my body from stage (except to point out muscle groups, technique or posture). I have customers skinnier than me and ones much bigger. Anything I say will make someone uncomfortable.

So, to boost my own self esteem, I am happy to be able to pick out most anything from my closet and know it will fit. I also had Jazzercise tops organized by what is looser fitting and will hid the rolls around the mid section and the tighter ones.... I have ventured into a couple of the tighter ones... but not all yet.

To sum it up, I think this online connection was what I needed so I wasn't doing this completely on my own. Thanks again to the organizers and all who read, post, and comment!

Marcy

 

[keenercam]

I was really trying to respond to a lot of posts, but I am so far behind and am really busy at work (with my secretary out sick today), so I've decided to just post what I have so far.

Tracey – Cant’ wait to hear what you think of the chili lime chicken burgers. I am sad that I ate all four over 3-day period and now am forcing myself to use other stuff in the freezer before buying more food.

Princess Vija – I hope things go well for your Dad today. I am so sorry you are all going through this.

Happy Birthday, YogaMama!!

Welcome to Team Mickey, Ann!

Welcome to Team Mickey, Danielle!

Sending hugs to all who are struggling either with their healthier lifestyle or just life in general. I hope we can all “diagnose” the issues and learn the best ways to address them.

I am intrigued with the Vitamin D deficiency stories. A lot of the symptoms sound like me. I just pulled out my multi-vitamins and put them on my desk to get back into the habit of taking them. They have “1000 I.U.” of D, which is says is 250% of RDA. Is that enough? Oops, just saw I could go to 2000 I.U. but since I don't want to double everything else in my multi-vitamin, I am going to go look for Vitamin D alone to take when I take my multi-vitamin. Thanks for all the great information!

Well, I seem to have taken a mini-vacation from my healthy lifestyle yesterday. I should have realized when I ate lasagna (the only menu choice) at a friend’s house yesterday that it might trigger a carb binge, but I wasn’t cognizant enough to prepare myself and to rein myself in. Among the ugly food choices at our friends’ house and during the Steelers game were: whole wheat pita chips, honey mustard pretzel bits, homemade jambalaya, and pepperoni/cheese appetizer bread. Really ugly.

I am back on track today and being very attentive. I am journaling yesterday as having used every single one of my weekly points allowance (49) plus the ridiculous number of activity points that my pedometer and WW say I have been earning. The sodium must be really affecting me, though, because I was up over 4 pounds this morning, and I know that’s not real.

Howard and I were chatting this weekend and were suprised to realize that we haven’t eaten out since we got back from WDW marathon weekend. That is HUGE for us since we tend to eat out too much. However, we are both trying to eat healthier. More importantly, having J. as part of our family has really opened our family’s collective conscience – I can’t imagine explaining to this young man from Haiti who has spent most of his life hungry, why we would go to a restaurant and pay for food when we have a side-by-side fridge/freezer and another large upright freezer full of food.

I have always packed my lunch for work, but now we even have Andrew packing his lunches every day because J. does not have a lunch account at school and seems to enjoy choosing from what we have at home to put together a lunch.

Howard and I are going out for sushi this Thursday night because we missed the opportunity to have it in EPCOT over marathon weekend and he wanted to make it up to me. But, other than that, we are really trying not to eat out. We are saving a fortune, which is a huge added benefit, and it will make it even more special when we do take J. to a restaurant.

Okay, back to work for me. Hugs, all!

 

[mizzoutiger76]

Happy Monday everyone! Wow, this message board flies over the weekend. I'm off the computer for 2 days and I've got nearly 8 pages to read I won't reply to all posts, but for those of you who asked my sister is actually currently attending Mizzou, she's a junior this year majoring in Nutrition. We live in Waco, originally from College Station, so it was a toss up between screen names either Aggie (Texas A&M) or Mizzou

Okay guys, I am worn completely out.

I know exactly how you feel! I had to take a mental health day from HOME this weekend! I love my boys in my life, but after planning a vacation, being in charge of it, returning home, and trying to get them back into a routine, I have been completely stretched to my limit. So I barracked myself in my room for nearly 3 hours yesterday while I read my book, watched tv, and just stayed away from everyone

The sodium must be really affecting me, though, because I was up over 4 pounds this morning, and I know that’s not real.

Cam, I am SOOOOO glad you posted this! Last week I had to report a 4 pound gain I was so upset and depressed, it just really felt like there was NO way I had gained that much in such little time. I had some small cheats during the week, but nothing unusual. I was so depressed. But now that you've posted that it seems to all make sense now I know EXACTLY what the sodium culprit is in my diet, so hopefully once I stay away from them I'll get back to my usual weight...I'll let you know how it goes.

So I got my run in today during lunch, it was actually pretty nice! Had a healthy lunch and plan on having Asian Lettuce Wraps for dinner. Still working on my water.

I'm getting a little nervous, we've got our first 5K this Sunday Part of me feels ready, the other part thinks it's going to be a disaster.

Stay strong everyone! Have a great day!

Nicole

 

[smile4stamps]

Good Morning everyone!

I was SO drained when I got home from work this morning. I really did not want to do my workout. I convinced myself to do it but it did not make me feel better knowing I had done the right thing.

This is where I usually get in trouble. I lose my interest in exercising and then comes going back to eating whatever. I do not want that to happen this time so I need to get some motivation for the workouts!

I'm also still having issues with my water. I feel like I don't stop peeing! Sorry if its TMI but its really an issue when I only go 20minutes in-between restroom visits! I've already cut off my water for today as I'll be going to bed in about 2 hours and really need some good sleep.

On a good note my Balance Ball just got here so maybe incorporating something new into my workout will help!

 

[HappyMatt]

Sunday's Question of the day: I have invented a teleporting machine. You can pick one location anywhere in the world to be teleported to for 12 hours. Where would you go?

Where would I go? Vegas baby, Vegas! 12 hours is all you need in that town. Grab a great meal, see a show and lose your entire life savings. That's what I call a vacation!

 

[smile4stamps]

Hi. I was wondering if anyone has any cookbook recommendations for a healthier lifestyle?

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

I'm getting a little nervous, we've got our first 5K this Sunday Part of me feels ready, the other part thinks it's going to be a disaster.

I remember my first 5K and how nervous I was about it. Im sure you will do fine. Good luck!!!!

Sunday's Question of the day: I have invented a teleporting machine. You can pick one location anywhere in the world to be teleported to for 12 hours. Where would you go?

Where would I go? Vegas baby, Vegas! 12 hours is all you need in that town. Grab a great meal, see a show and lose your entire life savings. That's what I call a vacation!

Sunday's Question of the day: I have invented a teleporting machine. You can pick one location anywhere in the world to be teleported to for 12 hours. Where would you go?

I would visit my family in TX. I dont think I will ever get there on my own since airfare is always ridiculously priced. It would be nice to see where they live and catch up with them.

 

[SurferStitch16]

Good Morning everyone!

I was SO drained when I got home from work this morning. I really did not want to do my workout. I convinced myself to do it but it did not make me feel better knowing I had done the right thing.

This is where I usually get in trouble. I lose my interest in exercising and then comes going back to eating whatever. I do not want that to happen this time so I need to get some motivation for the workouts!

I'm also still having issues with my water. I feel like I don't stop peeing! Sorry if its TMI but its really an issue when I only go 20minutes in-between restroom visits! I've already cut off my water for today as I'll be going to bed in about 2 hours and really need some good sleep.

On a good note my Balance Ball just got here so maybe incorporating something new into my workout will help!

I know exactly how you feel!! When I come home from work the last thing I want to do is workout. I am so exhausted after a day of work that I dread working out. For me I try and reward myself either by eating something or buying something that I have wanted for awhile. I find that sometimes that works for me. I also find that once I get started exercising, even if I start the workout saying I'll only exercise for 20 minutes, I end up working out for longer. Once you're in the mood just keep going with it!!

I have also been having the "going to the bathroom incredibly often" issue going on. I have to stop drinking the water AT LEAST two hours before I go to sleep in order to maybe get through the whole night without getting up. I am glad to know I am not the only person who is having this issue. It is annoying and a major discomfort, especially waking up in the middle of the night!! I will be interested to see other people's response.

p.s.balance ball workouts are a ton of fun!!

 

[tigger813]

Time is ticking!!!!! Less than 4 hours until weigh ins will no longer be accepted for the week!

If you know anybody on the list, get them to send in their weigh ins! We are behind by about 18 pounds right now!!!!!

 

[SurferStitch16]

Hi. I was wondering if anyone has any cookbook recommendations for a healthier lifestyle?

I would highly recommend The Biggest Loser Family Cookbook!! The recipes in it are DELICIOUS!! They are pretty quick and easy to make. The recipes I have made are so full of flavor and very very reasonable with their calorie amounts. They have some great snacks in there too!! This is my first Biggest Loser cookbook and I really hope the rest are just as amazing as this one!!

DJ

 

[tggrrstarr]

Hello! Just checking in from WDW! It's our 2nd day in the parks today and it is crazy busy! I can't believe how crowded it is, it's the worst I've ever seen it during off season. There are tour groups everywhere, but that isnt the only reason for the crowds. We are having a great time though, the weather is great today about 71 degrees. It was a bit cooler yesterday, it got up to about 55* in the day and 40* yesterday morning, but even 40 degrees is better than the 5* we had at home.
The best part is how much better I feel touring the parks now that I am so much lighter. My feet feel so much better at the end of the day. And while I might not be making all the best food choices this week, I can't eat nearly as much as I used to.
Time to get back to MK and use some of our fast passes we collected today. See ya soon!

 

[lisah0711]

Hello! Just checking in from WDW! It's our 2nd day in the parks today and it is crazy busy! I can't believe how crowded it is, it's the worst I've ever seen it during off season. There are tour groups everywhere, but that isnt the only reason for the crowds. We are having a great time though, the weather is great today about 71 degrees. It was a bit cooler yesterday, it got up to about 55* in the day and 40* yesterday morning, but even 40 degrees is better than the 5* we had at home.
The best part is how much better I feel touring the parks now that I am so much lighter. My feet feel so much better at the end of the day. And while I might not be making all the best food choices this week, I can't eat nearly as much as I used to.
Time to get back to MK and use some of our fast passes we collected today. See ya soon!

Kelli! Have a great time!

Hi Mickeys!

 

[Mrs D]

Hi All-

Popping in to say I'm still alive. I was MIA last week, and guess what...I didn't have a great week. Didn't track every day, didn't get all my water in. I am hard core committed to my Half training though and that was the saving grace of the week. So I had a loss, a small one but still in the right direction.

However I'm back full force and really looking forward to the week.

I bought a new Tshirt in size Medium (I love seeing that) and it looks so nice. I'm really starting to see a different body now (one would think that somewhere in the last 40 pounds I would have seen it, but I didn't).

And on that note, with valentine's day coming up - I have an OT question - where does one buy nice (read: not trashy) lingerie without spending a fortune? I'll do either online or brick & mortar. I'll have to take a guess at a bra size, I only know the ones I've been wearing for 8 months are huge on me now. I guess I should go buy a new one sometime - when I get around to it.

Thanks for any suggestions!

 

[flipflopmom]

No energy for replies. CRAZZYYY DAY!!! It started flurrying sometime when I was posting this am, I thought "hope these go away before the kiddos get up, or school will be crazy". No snow AT ALL in forecast. In the time between then and my shower, things were white. I was staying tuned to every available info source, then we picked up a quick icy snow while I was in the shower! SLid all the way to work, one car (no one I know) flipped, crazy. Held our kids at the high school, we didn't get anyone but car riders until 10 or 10:30. Some kids didn't get a message that buses would be delayed until almost an HOUR after their normal pick up time, or more. CRAZY, crazy. They were soooo jacked up!!!

So in the craziness, weigh in did not happen until this evening. NOT PRETTY, but nothing I can do. It's a new week, right? Sorry team.

I'll try to reply later, but right now I just want to lay on the couch with a book or my eyes closed for 15 minutes to recharge!!!

 

[HappyMatt]

Monday's QOTD: What can you do along your weight loss journey to magnify the impact or give yourself a self esteem boost?

I recently came across this Jillian Michaels quote, "When friends tell you how awesome you look, drop the "I still have more to go" crap. You worked hard and you deserve the compliment!"

I like it. I would always say that I had a lot more to go. To help my self esteem, I am going to take the compliment and feel good that I have received one in the first place.

 

[Disney Yooper]

I think this time around, I'm going to take pictures of myself everytime I lose another 5lbs...years ago when I lost 40lbs, there were days along the way when I still felt overweight, even though I'd lost 10, 15, 20lbs. I guess I never believed that I looked any different along the way. A friend has suggested the pic idea to help me realize that a small amount of weight loss can have an impact in how you look. The added motivation is you can celebrate how far you've come and not get bogged down in feeling miserable for making an unhealthly choice one day.

Much success to everyone today!

Andrea

That's a wonderful idea. I'm at my highest ever so I could start that picture journal now. I don't realize how heavy I am until I see pictures of myself.

Sorry Mickeys! I'm up 1.8 for the week! But I'm planning on being WAY down by Friday! I'm getting my energy back despite 3 1/2 hours of sleep last night!

Will do my EASA2 workout this afternoon! And then go to bed early!!!!!

TTFN

Great attitude!

 

[Disney Yooper]

No energy for replies. CRAZZYYY DAY!!! It started flurrying sometime when I was posting this am, I thought "hope these go away before the kiddos get up, or school will be crazy". No snow AT ALL in forecast. In the time between then and my shower, things were white. I was staying tuned to every available info source, then we picked up a quick icy snow while I was in the shower! SLid all the way to work, one car (no one I know) flipped, crazy. Held our kids at the high school, we didn't get anyone but car riders until 10 or 10:30. Some kids didn't get a message that buses would be delayed until almost an HOUR after their normal pick up time, or more. CRAZY, crazy. They were soooo jacked up!!!

So in the craziness, weigh in did not happen until this evening. NOT PRETTY, but nothing I can do. It's a new week, right? Sorry team.

I'll try to reply later, but right now I just want to lay on the couch with a book or my eyes closed for 15 minutes to recharge!!!

Stuff happens! Keep on swimming!!!!!!