TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[sarahrip]

Way to go everyone on losing this week! its great to be taking this journey with so many others, you guys inspire me to keep going and I thank you for that!

Woot woot!! I'm in onederland FINALLY! lol I weighed in today at 199 so that means I'm down 2lbs from last week! yippee skipee

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

I've lost 20lbs in 28 days. Not a bad way to start the new year.

wow matt. That is excellent!!!!!



Hi all. I wish I could get on here to post more often but work and home life is just way to busy. I just cant seem to find the time. I am trying to keep up with reading and you all are doing such a great job. Very inspiring. I am still training for my half which is only a little over 4 weeks away. That is also taking up my time.

I seem to have become a maintainer so far this challenge. I know I am not giving my food choices 100%, I am doing well with running but I think I need to do something else to. I blame nothing/no one but myself. I am letting stress and a busy life get the best of me. I do feel positive about the fact that I am not gaining weight and i am still running. So if I have to deal with a plateau for a short while until things slow down so be it.

My dh got rear ended this morning and the car that hit him took off. Luckily dh is ok, he is complaining that his back is sore but otherwise is ok, the bumber is damaged, an now since it was a hit and run we will have to pay our 500$ deductible to get it fixed.

Im sorry to vent but I thought if I get this all out I can then allow my positivity to shine through once again. thanks for listening. You guys rock

 

[Rose&Mike]

My dh got rear ended this morning and the car that hit him took off. Luckily dh is ok, he is complaining that his back is sore but otherwise is ok, the bumber is damaged, an now since it was a hit and run we will have to pay our 500$ deductible to get it fixed.

Im sorry to vent but I thought if I get this all out I can then allow my positivity to shine through once again. thanks for listening. You guys rock

Oh, Lindsay! That stinks. How frustrating. I hope Mike is ok. He might be sore for a couple of days. I was rear ended when Tom was a baby and my back was really sore the next day and for a couple of days after. Luckily it was very minor. Hopefully his will be minor too.

 

[Applemomma]

Okay folks, I think I found a great new work out to give us an edge over Team Donald!!!

http://www.wimp.com/bestworkout/

 

[ReAnSt]

I am down 2 pounds for the week. I got 20 our of 21 points for healthy habits. I am down 3 inches for WIN.

I think I am gonna take today off from exercise as my whole body hurts. Not sure if I am getting sick, if it is from all the shoveling or the exercise but at the same time I want the HH point so I might just do something for 25 minutes.

If you stayed the same or didn't have a loss don't beat yourself up. Just keep moving and making healthy choices.

 

[Disney Yooper]

My 3 favorite movies:

1. Star Wars: A New Hope - In 1977, the special effects were mind blowing
2. Far & Away - I loved everything about this
3. Sixth Sense - it is one of the only movies that had a truly surprise ending for me

Dirty Dancing & Grease should be up in the top somewhere too. I have to watch them at least once a year.

 

[jking6]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

 

[Disney Yooper]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

I'm so sorry that the news wasn't good. Good thoughts for you as you deal with this. Know that we are hear to listen.

 

[poochie]

I was sitting here reading all the posts from everyone and discovered I really did not really introduce myself short of my name and what my goal was. SO.....


Hi everyone My name is Ann as stated previously. I am a proud Nana to 2 beautiful grandchildren, Melody and DJ (David Justice). I work a full time job during the day. I also work twice a week as a receptionist at a local dance studio. Just try being around all the tiny Size 1 girls. Talk about motivation. Absolutely love them all as though they are my second family. Also my DH Mark who says he is all for my loosing weight. Also adopted mom to my black lab, mini schnauser, orange tabby and orange marmalade kitty. After one day last summer I had my BP taken it was out of control I decided to take control of my life. So here I am.

 

[kinntj]

1/29/11 Saturday QOTD:
How much screen time do you get a day that is not work related?
This would include tv and computer. Have you been tempted to unplug for awhile?

 

[tigger813]

QOTD: Well, it depends on the day! Some days I go to the spa and have clients and other days I go hoping for clients. I usually get on the computer when I get up or right after my workout. I am usually on several hours after the kids go to bed especially now with weigh ins coming in. If I'm home alone the tv is usually on though I'm trying to listen to more music or podcasts. Though lately I haven't had much time alone. I took Thursday off to have a full day to myself and ended up with no time at all due to the snow day and DH having the day off! It was a long day! Don't get me wrong but I don't remember the last time I had more than an hour to myself in the past month. I may have to take a day off next week though I have clients Tuesday, Thursday and Friday next week and those are the three days I work. Wednesday I'm going on a field trip with Ash's class. Things have been just crazy since Christmas!

I feel like I'm complaining! I think I need to go to bed! I had my Friday night drink and some microwave popcorn! I get to sleep in the morning for a bit. Ash has a basketball game at 11. I need to take her to get a b'day present for a party she's going to on Sunday afternoon! We have to be at the school for warm ups at 10:35. On Sunday we go to church at 9:30 and then after church Ash will have choir practice and then we're going out to lunch with another family. Then we will drop Ash off at her friend's party!

I hope to squeeze in at least one workout in tomorrow and one on Sunday. I do have Monday morning to myself I think.

Oh enough already ! I'm going to bed! Too much thinking is confusing me!!!!

 

[HappyMatt]

OK everybody, I am going to be away for a week. The family is headed down to Walt Disney World for a few days, then onto the Dream for a cruise.

We are excited and can't wait. My wife and I spent last night talking about our diet strategy while at the World. We made lists of what food we are going to avoid and what foods we can only have in limited quantities. It made us really think about what our absolute-must have-favorites are and what we just eat because we are down there and it is in front of our faces. Hopefully we will be able to keep each other on track.

 

[Applemomma]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

Oh goodness...I don't know what to say but hang in there! Sending you good thoughts.

 

[WeLoveLilo05]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

I am thinking of you and your family, stay positive.

 

[Mrs.Malone]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

I wish I could give you a hug. I'm sorry that you are dealing with this. I hope you'll soon get good news that you've caught it at a very early stage.

 

[Cupcaker]

Long time no see everyone. Sorry Ive been MIA for this month. Im finally starting to get some down time from all the work I had. I hope everyone is doing well, healthy, and happy. So lots has happened this past month, wedding wise. I’ll try to keep it brief.

Well, it all started when my parents came back from Christmas vacation the first weekend of January. I was waiting for my mom so that we could go wedding dress shopping. We went to Davids Bridal first because I had no idea where to start. It was there that it really hit me, this is for real…Im getting married! Four shops and dozens of dresses later, I found THE one. I went to a bridal shop around my house with a cousin to try on dresses for fun. I hadn’t had much luck the couple of shops before so I didn’t want to bother my mom to drive 40 miles to see me try on more dresses. My cousin and I started pulling dresses for me to try. One dress caught our eye because it was unique, but couldn’t tell if it was good unique or bad unique. I decided to try it on anyways just to see. It turned out to be really GOOD unique, along with two other dresses. This unique dress was only going to be at the store for that day because it belonged to a trunk show and was going to get shipped to another trunk show in a different state. I needed my mom to help me make the decision. One hour later, she was there, and I was trying on the dresses. I tried on those three dresses about 5 times each just trying to decide which was THE one. It was so funny because my mom was agonizing over helping me choose the best one that I joked around saying it sounded like she was going into labor. I chose the one that best fit the look I was going for, vintage glamour. Through all of this, I forgot to mention that THE dress was a size 2, and they were able to squeeze me into it LOL. It was sooo tight, I couldn’t even sit. I ended up ordering a size 4, but Im hoping I eventually can be that size 2. Without further ado, here is my dress!!!

Its actually a strapless, and what you see at the top is the "jacket". I will be wearing the jacket portion during church and taking it off and having the strapless look for the reception.

Heres the back:

We’ve looked at several reception site venues. We really liked one, which hopefully we will be able to book if all goes well. Unfortunately we cant do the Disney venue that I wanted to do due to the cost, but this one reception site that I mentioned will be a good alternative. The church stuff is another issue. We had our interview with a priest earlier this month. Lets just say I tried my best not to leave there crying. Im trying not to take what the priest said to me personal as Im going to attribute his harshness to being an older, conservative priest. My DF and I have completed our pre-marital counseling required of the church as the next step in the process. I assume I have to get in contact with the priest again so that we can set a date. I was not looking forward to meeting him again, so I asked the church secretary if I could change priests. She said yes, so I am waiting to get a hold of the other available priest. I am hoping to set a date this upcoming week. Once I get things set, I’ll give you all the details and some pictures.

Non-wedding stuff, last weekend my DF and I, our families, and some friends went on the inaugural DCL cruise out of Los Angeles. We had a great time. Gained a couple of pounds while onboard, but I was able to lose the majority of them during the week by sticking to my calories and exercising. I wish I had some pictures to share. I should really get a camera. Anyways, the cruise kind of hampered my goal of being 120 by my birthday which is in a week and a half. Hopefully, I will be 122?? Regardless, Im happy and thankful to even be at this weight which I thought I would never see again.

Ok, Ive written a lot. Don’t worry, theres a lot more, but I’ll save it for another day. Good night!

 

[pjlla]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

Team Donald friend here.... just want to say I'm so sorry about the news about your melanoma. I will certainly be lifting you up in prayer over the next many days. Please keep us all informed about how you are doing.........P

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

I am down 2 pounds for the week. I got 20 our of 21 points for healthy habits. I am down 3 inches for WIN.

that is wonderful. Great week for you. Keep up the hard work!

My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.

Oh gosh I am so sorry to hear that. You will be in my prayers. I hope you caught it early and that everything gets better quickly.

I was sitting here reading all the posts from everyone and discovered I really did not really introduce myself short of my name and what my goal was. SO.....
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Hi Ann, Welcome to our team.

1/29/11 Saturday QOTD:
How much screen time do you get a day that is not work related?
This would include tv and computer. Have you been tempted to unplug for awhile?

I think its easier to say how much screen time do I not have. I am in front of the computer on/off for a good part of the day, then at home I spend an hour or two on it at night, and probably the rest of the night minus making dinner/giving the kids a bath, the TV is at least on (not that I am always watching it)

OK everybody, I am going to be away for a week. The family is headed down to Walt Disney World for a few days, then onto the Dream for a cruise.

Have a great trip Matt. I am so excited to hear about your trip when you return. I think your plan for eating is great. Have fun!!!!!

Long time no see everyone.

Hi Jeanette!!! We missed you. Your dress is absolutely beautiful and I know you will look stunning in it. and a size 2. you go girl


Ok team mickey....after my vent session on here last night, I got up this morning and on my home scale it shows Im down 2.2lbs and I did my WIN measurements and lost 5 inches. Plus TOM made its arrival yesterday. So I dont know how to explain that but I will take it.

I am off now to make breakfast and then Ryan has bball this morning. We will then head over and do some more cleaning out of mikes nana's apt. Hopefully we will be done doing this by next weekend.

Enjoy your saturday!!!

 

[Rose&Mike]

Happy Birthday HappyMatt!!!! I hope you have a fabulous day and a fabulous trip!!!!

Cool! I've never had hummus before and I keep meaning to get some. Where do you usually find the hummus in the supermarket? I think a pizza is a great way to try hummus for the first time so I might have to give that a shot!


Nicole

Have a great race! And very cool that someone asked you about running. At our grocery hummus is found in a case at the deli. It's also pretty easy to make at home if you try it and you like it.

I've lost 20lbs in 28 days. Not a bad way to start the new year.

Great job!

Way to go everyone on losing this week! its great to be taking this journey with so many others, you guys inspire me to keep going and I thank you for that!

Woot woot!! I'm in onederland FINALLY! lol I weighed in today at 199 so that means I'm down 2lbs from last week! yippee skipee

Welcome to Onederland!!!! That's so exciting!

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

Wow, I am so sorry. Sending good thoughts your way that they caught it early.

1/29/11 Saturday QOTD:
How much screen time do you get a day that is not work related?
This would include tv and computer. Have you been tempted to unplug for awhile?

In the summer we barely have the tv on at all, and aren't on the computer much either. We live outside and have baseball season tickets. In the winter we hibernate and watch way too much tv and are on the computer too much as well. Luckily spring comes early here!

Tracey--I hope you get some ME time soon.

OK everybody, I am going to be away for a week. The family is headed down to Walt Disney World for a few days, then onto the Dream for a cruise.

We are excited and can't wait. My wife and I spent last night talking about our diet strategy while at the World. We made lists of what food we are going to avoid and what foods we can only have in limited quantities. It made us really think about what our absolute-must have-favorites are and what we just eat because we are down there and it is in front of our faces. Hopefully we will be able to keep each other on track.

Have a great time. The really important thing is to get back on the wagon as soon as you get back. It's so easy to procrastinate when you get back from vacation.

Jeanette--What a beautiful dress! I am so happy to hear your Mom is getting excited about everything. Welcome back!

Lindsay--woohoo for a loss!

We are finally having normal temperatures here! The normal high is 42 for this time of year and it's supposed to be 44 today, so we are going to run outside. We are scheduled for 13 miles, but I am kind of tired, so we might only go 10 or so. Our last long run was 12 miles, so I'm sure even if we go a shorter distance this weekend, we will be fine for the half at the end of the month.

Have a great day!

 

[lisah0711]

Ok where do I start I am not sure how I will do this week. I had bad news on Tuesday but could not put it on the disboard until my daughter came home from college as she reads all threads all the time. I had to tell her in person.
My biopsy came back and I have Malanoma. My doctor who is my boss pulled strings and called in favors to get me into the specialist on Wednesday. Because of the depth I have to see the surgeon next week. Not sure if it has spread to my lymph nodes.
I was told just 10 days in a tanning bed doubles your chance of skin cancer. I have done way more than that is my life.
surgery will be in a few weeks they hope. I have no symptoms of illness and by annual blood tests came back fine. Hopefully it was caught early enough.
Heres to hoping I lost some weight this week, I will weigh my self tomorrow as I usually do it in the morning.

I am so sorry to hear this. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Sounds like you have great medical care!

OK everybody, I am going to be away for a week. The family is headed down to Walt Disney World for a few days, then onto the Dream for a cruise.

We are excited and can't wait. My wife and I spent last night talking about our diet strategy while at the World. We made lists of what food we are going to avoid and what foods we can only have in limited quantities. It made us really think about what our absolute-must have-favorites are and what we just eat because we are down there and it is in front of our faces. Hopefully we will be able to keep each other on track.

Happy Birthday and enjoy your trip!

Long time no see everyone. Sorry Ive been MIA for this month. Im finally starting to get some down time from all the work I had. I hope everyone is doing well, healthy, and happy. So lots has happened this past month, wedding wise. I’ll try to keep it brief.

Hi Jeannette! I was wondering where you were! Love the dress! Did you decide on your venue yet -- maybe you did because you mentioned the jacket for the church?

Ok team mickey....after my vent session on here last night, I got up this morning and on my home scale it shows Im down 2.2lbs and I did my WIN measurements and lost 5 inches. Plus TOM made its arrival yesterday. So I dont know how to explain that but I will take it.

Great loss, Lindsay!

Just popping in to say hello to TEAM MICKEY!

Congratulations to all of us for sticking with this through the first month of our challenge!