TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[WeLoveLilo05]

QOTD: Most of the time I am THere are days when I'm more like Pooh bear!

UGH!!!!! Another snow day here!!!! 10" and still coming down hard. They say it's supposed to be over in the next 2-3 hours! The weathermen were SOOOO wrong with this one! Some still list us as getting 3-6". DH is working from home this morning and taking the afternoon off. He's supposed to have a dentist appointment this afternoon though I don't think he got the reminder call so he had better call to check.

I think I'll go back to bed. I'll get in workouts later. No ME time today and I think I have a client on Friday afternoon. Oh well, maybe I can get my nails done while I'm there! Phone will be ringing from the school soon! I got a text from a tv station about no school.

TTFN

We are home too here in NJ, at the shore we only got maybe 8 inches this time, but up in northern NJ I heard they got 17 inches. But still, nothing is as bad as the 38 inches we got the day after Christmas . But I am so done with it, sick of seeing all this white snow, where's my grass? I miss my grass! And its pretty dangerous too b/c the snow is so heavy from the rain/ice mix that started prior to the snow that all the heavy branches from the trees are bent, I just hope none of them snap, that happened last year, it was such a mess.

I hear more is coming this weekend

January = longest and worst month EVER!

 

[ScubaD]

I want to be like Goofy...
He is always joyful
He doesn't let bad things affect his spirit
He is fun to be around
He may be "goofy" but he has a heart of gold.

I am trying.

Dave

 

[kinntj]

Wednesday's QOTD: What is your best tip for keeping your life organized. Clearly we are all juggling many things and trying to keep everything running smoothly. What have you found keeps you most organized?

The only part of my life that is organized is whatever revolves around the kids. Homework, clothes, etc is always organized for them to grab.

The rest of my world, forget about it.

Thursday QOTD: What Disney character are you?

Buzz Lightyear. In my own little world and I think I can do anything in my head and overly optimistic. Will help a friend in need.



I have to go to my DD's school to have lunch with the teacher and DD for her Star student week. I have to pick up pizza on my way, because that's what my DD wants. I guess that's better than McDonalds, because I would have to drive out of my way and wait in a long line.

I will be on later tonight to talk and post the QOTD for tomorrow. I'm ready for losing this week, as I've been maintaining and not losing a lb. for 2 weeks.

 

[my3princes]

I have been so stressed this week and for me stress=eating. I went for a job interview last week for a newly opened office as a Medical Assistant. I am currently working as an MA in an office that I love, but there is no room for me to move up the ladder. This interview was for a newly opened office with a lot of room to grow and learn. I have an inside hook there also, my friend is the PA and gave me a glowing recommendation. I was the only interviewee who actually made it to the second interview and met the doctors. It's been a week and I'm eating non stop, I just have this feeling that it's not good. They told my friend that they loved me but have to go over the new offices finances to make sure that they can take me on. Why didn't they think of that first? UGH. I hope this all works out my waistline can't take it anymore.

I hope you get it or at least get word so you can stop stressing

I want to be like Goofy...
He is always joyful
He doesn't let bad things affect his spirit
He is fun to be around
He may be "goofy" but he has a heart of gold.

I am trying.

Dave

Goofy is my husbands favorite too

The only part of my life that is organized is whatever revolves around the kids. Homework, clothes, etc is always organized for them to grab.

The rest of my world, forget about it.



Buzz Lightyear. In my own little world and I think I can do anything in my head and overly optimistic. Will help a friend in need.



I have to go to my DD's school to have lunch with the teacher and DD for her Star student week. I have to pick up pizza on my way, because that's what my DD wants. I guess that's better than McDonalds, because I would have to drive out of my way and wait in a long line.

I will be on later tonight to talk and post the QOTD for tomorrow. I'm ready for losing this week, as I've been maintaining and not losing a lb. for 2 weeks.

A good friend is hard to come by. Buzz is a nice fit

Have fun with daughter. That sounds like fun

 

[WeLoveLilo05]

Thursday QOTD: What Disney character are you?
Cinderella, all I do is cook, clean, and do laundry. I just don't have evil stepsister or an evil step mother, or a cat that causes more work around the house, instead I have a kid who does that lol

 

[my3princes]

Thursday QOTD: What Disney character are you?
Cinderella, all I do is cook, clean, and do laundry. I just don't have evil stepsister or an evil step mother, or a cat that causes more work around the house, instead I have a kid who does that lol

True, so true. I hope someone here is the fairy godmother

 

[tigger813]

Shoveling is done. Came in and made a Newman's pepperoni pizza for DH and me. Less calories! Shouldn't have had the salt and vinegar chips with it. Plus I had a handful of M&Ms before shoveling but I think I worked those off. We're watching HP and the Order of the Phoenix! I'm in a HP mood I guess. Plan on watching Half Blood Prince later. DH has a dentist appointment at 4 today. Promised the girls we'd make waffles and sausage for supper. When this is over I'm heading down to get in 3 miles on the elliptical. I also need to do the EASA2 workout. Had a headache before going out to shovel so taking it easy for awhile.

Time to have a huge glass of water to wash out the salt from the chips. I may have a smoothie for supper since I ate too much for lunch but shoveling made me hungry!

TTFN

 

[gudrench3]

Hey there everyone on Team Mickey. I know it isn't weigh in day (and I normally only weigh myself on Monday mornings, but I decided to see what today brought. Well, I'm down two pounds since I weighed in on Monday. Yay!!! Supper excited about it! So, my question is where do yall get those banner things that are in your signature that say WISH 15 lbs and all? I'm so close to needing a 15 lb one. I didn't know if yall just save them off of someone else's signature or what?!

Thanks so much! I hope it is a beautiful day wherever you are!

 

[Applemomma]

Hi all,

I haven't really joined in the conversation since we started and truth be told I've been pretty discouraged with myself (haven't lost a pound and not feeling like I'm giving it 100%). About the only thing I've been able to keep up with is drinking the water.

When we started someone asked what my goal was and I didn't really have one and maybe that's my problem. I'd like to loose 20 pounds but I've "liked to loose 20 pounds" for years so clearly that's no motivator for me.

However, I think .... no, I know ...I've got one now. This summer I managed to be able to do something that I said at the time was on my "bucket list" which inspired me to try and do other things on that list. One of them is the "Not Since Moses Run" http://www.notsincemoses.com/index.html

Now, I don't know why this appeals to me so much; apart from my once a week soccer game, or when something scary is chasing me, I don't run! But I really want to do this 5k. Also, if anyone listens to the DID Podcast, Dave's interview with Jeff Galloway really inspired me.

So that's my goal....this August I will run a 5k race (even if I end up walking it!). Haven't said it out loud to anyone yet except here but I did go last night to our indoor walking track and did a mile and a half brisk walk, (which for some reason my stomach muscles are telling me today they didn't enjoy) using Jeff's tips for training. Can't get out today because of the foot and a half of snow being dumped on us today but my plan is to go to the Mall tomorrow, walk another couple miles and reward myself with coffee with a friend.

Who knows....maybe next February I will head to Disney to do the Princess Marathon?

 

[ScubaD]

Hey there everyone on Team Mickey. I know it isn't weigh in day (and I normally only weigh myself on Monday mornings, but I decided to see what today brought. Well, I'm down two pounds since I weighed in on Monday. Yay!!! Supper excited about it! So, my question is where do yall get those banner things that are in your signature that say WISH 15 lbs and all? I'm so close to needing a 15 lb one. I didn't know if yall just save them off of someone else's signature or what?!

Thanks so much! I hope it is a beautiful day wherever you are!

I am no expert but you click on the "User CP" on the tool bar on top of the page and then click on "Edit Signature". Where you see the smiley face families to include in the messages or the signature click on "more" and then open the page for full view. Scroll down the page until you come across all of teh "weight loss" pictures and edit your signature page with the one you desire.

Hope this is correct.

Dave

 

[ScubaD]

Hi all,

I haven't really joined in the conversation since we started and truth be told I've been pretty discouraged with myself (haven't lost a pound and not feeling like I'm giving it 100%). About the only thing I've been able to keep up with is drinking the water.

When we started someone asked what my goal was and I didn't really have one and maybe that's my problem. I'd like to loose 20 pounds but I've "liked to loose 20 pounds" for years so clearly that's no motivator for me.

However, I think .... no, I know ...I've got one now. This summer I managed to be able to do something that I said at the time was on my "bucket list" which inspired me to try and do other things on that list. One of them is the "Not Since Moses Run" http://www.notsincemoses.com/index.html

Now, I don't know why this appeals to me so much; apart from my once a week soccer game, or when something scary is chasing me, I don't run! But I really want to do this 5k. Also, if anyone listens to the DID Podcast, Dave's interview with Jeff Galloway really inspired me.

So that's my goal....this August I will run a 5k race (even if I end up walking it!). Haven't said it out loud to anyone yet except here but I did go last night to our indoor walking track and did a mile and a half brisk walk, (which for some reason my stomach muscles are telling me today they didn't enjoy) using Jeff's tips for training. Can't get out today because of the foot and a half of snow being dumped on us today but my plan is to go to the Mall tomorrow, walk another couple miles and reward myself with coffee with a friend.

Who knows....maybe next February I will head to Disney to do the Princess Marathon?

Great goal Applemomma,
And a great place to share your goal. I too have a goal to run in next years Disney Half-Marathon and I will do it. Keep us updated on your progress.

Dave

 

[mizzoutiger76]

Shouldn't have had the salt and vinegar chips with it.

OMG, I am addicted to those things! Thankfully the are almost gone and I can say no once again Be careful though, the sodium may cause you to retain water and reflect a huge gain like it did for me last week

So that's my goal....this August I will run a 5k race (even if I end up walking it!).

Hi applemomma! I think your goal sounds fantastic. I actually started a modified version of the C25K about 6 months ago (by the time I found it I was already about 2 months into running). I am not an athlete, nor do I pretend to be one, but I am extremely proud to say that I will be running my first 5K this weekend! Now I know for a fact that if I can do it anyone can I may end up walking at the end if I need to but I'm going to try really hard to finish it running.

So good luck and I really think you can do it. My advice is to research, research, and research before you start. Things like shoes, clothes, etc really have an impact on your running and you can get injured before you know it! I really should have researched the shoes b/c I really messed up my feet.

Not much going on over here. Getting my water in, got Zumba again tonight.

Have a great day everyone!

Nicole

 

[SurferStitch16]

Hi all,
So that's my goal....this August I will run a 5k race (even if I end up walking it!). Haven't said it out loud to anyone yet except here but I did go last night to our indoor walking track and did a mile and a half brisk walk, (which for some reason my stomach muscles are telling me today they didn't enjoy) using Jeff's tips for training. Can't get out today because of the foot and a half of snow being dumped on us today but my plan is to go to the Mall tomorrow, walk another couple miles and reward myself with coffee with a friend.

Who knows....maybe next February I will head to Disney to do the Princess Marathon?

GREAT goal!! You can totally do it!! Once you set your mind to it there is no going back and we will all be there to help out. Good luck!!

I am not an athlete, nor do I pretend to be one, but I am extremely proud to say that I will be running my first 5K this weekend! Now I know for a fact that if I can do it anyone can I may end up walking at the end if I need to but I'm going to try really hard to finish it running.

Nicole

GOOD LUCK this weekend!! All your training will pay off!! Don't forget to smile big at the Finish for the cameras!!

 

[tigger813]

I had a few handfuls of the s&v chips. I just did my EASA2 workout. I burned over 200 calories! I'm drinking lots of water and plan on doing 2-3 miles on the elliptical later. I even thought about doing a WATP workout as I haven't done one in a while.

Cleaning up the kitchen and listening to the podcast about the DREAM! I can't wait until June 2012!!!! Sounds like so much fun! Girls are supposed to be reading. Izzie is fighting me about reading so I asked Ash to read with her. Izzie's way above where she should be right now but argued with me about reading. I told her no tv and she asked why she was being punished. I said you're not it's just time to read. Of course, Ash had been like this too so I'm sure it will pass!

DH got called to his dentist appt early as they had a cancellation. Planning on watching Half Blood Prince when he gets back. I hope to get back on the elliptical around 6ish for about an hour. I'll probably start supper as soon as DH gets home. The girls want me to make the waffles into waffle sticks. I'll probably have one and one piece of sausage and then a protein shake.

TTFN

 

[Applemomma]

Great goal Applemomma,
And a great place to share your goal. I too have a goal to run in next years Disney Half-Marathon and I will do it. Keep us updated on your progress.

Dave

Hi applemomma! I think your goal sounds fantastic. I actually started a modified version of the C25K about 6 months ago (by the time I found it I was already about 2 months into running). I am not an athlete, nor do I pretend to be one, but I am extremely proud to say that I will be running my first 5K this weekend! Now I know for a fact that if I can do it anyone can I may end up walking at the end if I need to but I'm going to try really hard to finish it running.

So good luck and I really think you can do it. My advice is to research, research, and research before you start. Things like shoes, clothes, etc really have an impact on your running and you can get injured before you know it! I really should have researched the shoes b/c I really messed up my feet.

Not much going on over here. Getting my water in, got Zumba again tonight.

Have a great day everyone!

Nicole

GREAT goal!! You can totally do it!! Once you set your mind to it there is no going back and we will all be there to help out. Good luck!!

Thanks everyone and Nicole I want to see that finish line picture!

 

[Stinasmom]

"What Disney character am I most like?"

I asked my kids... DD14 said Minnie , DS9 said Tinkerbell - isn't he sweet!

I was thinking Mrs. Incredible... although I am not all that flexible, I have great kids (about the same age and appearance as the ones in the movie too ), I am very strong for my size. And her hips look familiar .

Looking forward to tomorrow's weigh in and WIN measuring. Had a "day off" of sorts yesterday for DH's birthday.... man, did that cake taste good. Had champagne and wine though, so not use to it anymore, woke up with a crashing headache. Good thing I am teaching two Jazzercise classes today. Feeling better after the morning one. Afternoon class to go.

Marcy

 

[gudrench3]

I am no expert but you click on the "User CP" on the tool bar on top of the page and then click on "Edit Signature". Where you see the smiley face families to include in the messages or the signature click on "more" and then open the page for full view. Scroll down the page until you come across all of teh "weight loss" pictures and edit your signature page with the one you desire.

Hope this is correct.

Dave

Dave, thanks so much! I never knew those were down there! I appreciate the help so much!

 

[gudrench3]

I'm headed to the gym!!! Woo who! Hopefully, I can get in a good 1/2 hour on the treadmill and then some weights. I hope everyone is having a good day!

 

[ScubaD]

Dave, thanks so much! I never knew those were down there! I appreciate the help so much!

Happy to have been of service. Now we will watch your success. Keep up the great job!

Dave

 

[ScubaD]

If the real contestants can have a last chance workout before a weigh-in then so can I.

Did my 60 minutes (not the 90 minutes on the DVD) of P90X Yoga and Balance routine and then 4 miles in 60 minutes on the treadmill. Hope I can be under 270 pounds this evening at WW weigh-in. I will let you know.

Dave