TEAM MICKEY--Biggest Loser 11 Spring Team Challenge!

[Bungle]

2-23-2011 - Wednesday - QOTD Are you a member of Disney's D23 community? No.

I've been slacking a bit this week on posting but I have been reading, trying to keep up but my oldest has his little league try outs this weekend so its been some long days at the batting cages and field. Hopefully all that activity will add up for me.

Looks like we are in for some bad weather and I might have to do some on demand work out videos. Anyone have any favorites?

 

[my3princes]

2-23-2011 - Wednesday - QOTD Are you a member of Disney's D23 community?

We were members. We had a subscription last year. The magazines were beautiful, but I was not compelled to continue this year.

I am not a D23 member. I've never really been interested. We did however have some pictures of us in Disney costumes posted in Celebrations magazine. Of course my subscription ran out before I saw it. I really need to order the back issue

 

[tggrrstarr]

Ok, so for some reason my computer is being weird with the cookies - it let me multiquote on one page, then on the next page it looked like I was logged off...but then I hit reply and it showed I was logged in again?? Anyway, what I'm saying is that I don't have actual quotes from the last page.

2-23-2011 - Wednesday - QOTD Are you a member of Disney's D23 community?

Missed this the other day - I guess because no, I'm not a D23 member. I'm not even really sure what it is - an exclusive fan club I guess? I know they had a D23 convention or something where the Fantasyland expansion plans were revealed (before being totally revamped! ).



Awesome pep talk, Coach Dave! I too noticed that the number of weigh-ins have dropped way down - only 33!. Makes me feel a little more accomplished despite my recent struggles, because at least I'm still here plugging along! But I would echo what you said to anybody who's stopped checking in -- hang in there! Come on back! We're with you!

Matt - Way to go for being team Mickey's biggest loser for the week! And thanks for sharing about your efforts. It really emphasizes how much of this journey is mental! Way to go on making such good choices time and again!



Have fun on your trip and good luck at the Princess! You have so much going on, I can't imagine keeping up with all of that. I am always in awe of parents, LOL!



Ooooooooooooooooh...I had to look up Lifetime Fitness after your description and now I am drooling. If any place could make me a gym rat, that would be it. There actually is one "sorta" by me (other side of the city 25-30 min away)...hmm...

Though it is kinda scary that they don't actually list their rates, you have to "request pricing" and put in your e-mail address, which probably means my jaw would drop even more than I already think it would to know the cost!

Have a great Wednesday, everyone!

Yeah, my jaw dropped when I found out. I had to call to find out. It is $60/ month plus tax. There was also a fee of $79. At first I was like no way, but then I thought about it a while and decided to go for it. It is month to month so it is no risk, you can quit whenever. I was sick of always getting the "basic" version of everything. The reason I never went to Bally's was cuz I hated it there. I love the fact that this place has an outdoor pool for summer - sunbathing by the pool after a workout!

 

[Stinasmom]

stressed, This morning I craved McDonalds so badly. I forced myself not to go there. I went in to Starbucks for coffee and every inch of my body called out to the sweet snacks in the case, but I dug my heels in deep and told myself "No, you don't need that, have an orange when you get home."

You just described my morning today!
I too resisted, settling for coffee and yogurt at home. Discipline, discipline, discipline! It is not easy.

Congrats Matt! I pass the BL torch to you this week!

Everyone keep up the great work! Go TEAM

Marcy

 

[keenercam]

Good afternoon, everyone!

Congratulations to all the losers, and especially to HappyMatt!! Great job!

Dave - You have been a wonderful coach! Thank you!

I realized today that my Walk Away the Pounds sessions may really be helping my knee rehab. For the fourth time in the past week, I was able to walk up steps without having to pull myself up by the bannister. I walked up without holding on at all.

I am having another on-plan day today so far. The evenings are the toughest, though, so I am hoping I can remain strong leading up to my WW meeting tomorrow morning.

CC - I can't wait to hear that you went to a WW meeting tonight. Be sure to tell us what you think!

Nancy - Great job!!! I am so glad you are seeing results in photos of yourself.

Kelli - I think the gym membership is not unreasonable based on the description. We pay $82/month for our family Y membership, even though there are times only 1 or 2 of us is using the Y.

 

[ScubaD]

I am not a D23 member. I've never really been interested. We did however have some pictures of us in Disney costumes posted in Celebrations magazine. Of course my subscription ran out before I saw it. I really need to order the back issue

What issue would that have been? We get Celebrations Magazine too. In fact I wrote a letter to the editor about passing the Disney torch and had a picture of my wife attached to the letter. It was the March/April 2010 issue. Kim is holding a "Baby Tigger".

Dave

 

[ScubaD]

2-23-2011 - Wednesday - QOTD Are you a member of Disney's D23 community? No.

I've been slacking a bit this week on posting but I have been reading, trying to keep up but my oldest has his little league try outs this weekend so its been some long days at the batting cages and field. Hopefully all that activity will add up for me.

Looks like we are in for some bad weather and I might have to do some on demand work out videos. Anyone have any favorites?

Give your son our best wishes for the tryouts. I remember those days well.

Just drove through Tacoma and the weather was bad. East bound Highway 16 was stopped and westbound was slow. Ice pellets were falling from the Tacoma Narrows Bridge cables and my car was hit several times. The sound of the pellets hitting the car woke up our dog Buddy out of a sound sleep. Past Gig Harbor it warmed up and was sunny. Strange weather coming our way. But I don't think our east coast teammates will not have much sympathy for us.

Stay warm,
Dave

 

[Holly324]

Hello all! I am still here! I missed weigh in this week. DH and I were out of town on his last grad school interview, and we meant to pack the scale so that I could weigh in on my regularly scheduled day, but we forgot to grab it! Chalk it up to nerves - this interview was a first (by far) choice for grad school. Anyway, I didn't do too well eating over the weekend, but back to it this week. I can't do my normal exercising this week either, as we have a friend staying in our living room until Sunday, so no extra room to work out. I am trying to walk/jog outdoors when the weather is nicer!

Anyway, so sorry I missed this weigh in! I am back to stay, though, I hope! The only time I should miss again will be in May when we are AT DISNEY!!! Have a good day everyone!

 

[ScubaD]

Hello all! I am still here! I missed weigh in this week. DH and I were out of town on his last grad school interview, and we meant to pack the scale so that I could weigh in on my regularly scheduled day, but we forgot to grab it! Chalk it up to nerves - this interview was a first (by far) choice for grad school. Anyway, I didn't do too well eating over the weekend, but back to it this week. I can't do my normal exercising this week either, as we have a friend staying in our living room until Sunday, so no extra room to work out. I am trying to walk/jog outdoors when the weather is nicer!

Anyway, so sorry I missed this weigh in! I am back to stay, though, I hope! The only time I should miss again will be in May when we are AT DISNEY!!! Have a good day everyone!

Hi Holly,
Welcome back and best wishes to your husband getting into the school he desires. We know you will do what you can to exercise and moving about. And have a great time in WDW in May.

Dave

 

[tea pot]

Hello Team Mickey!!

I"m glad to be here and ready to finally get started.

I did sign up in Jan but due to some serious family health issues I just couldn't commit to the team then.
My head and heart just wasn't there. I'm grateful that things are more stable now.
Boy do I need to get this weight off and be healthy.

So If you can take on a new member I'll just start off by trying to catch up

Take Care

 

[ScubaD]

Hello Team Mickey!!

I"m glad to be here and ready to finally get started.

I did sign up in Jan but due to some serious family health issues I just couldn't commit to the team then.
My head and heart just wasn't there. I'm grateful that things are more stable now.
Boy do I need to get this weight off and be healthy.

So If you can take on a new member I'll just start off by trying to catch up

Take Care

Welcome back Tea Pot,
There is plenty of room on the train. Hope all is well with you and your family.

Dave

 

[ScubaD]

We all have been in groups and to break the ice a question is asked that will generate discussions. And one question that comes into play a lot is "if you could meet anyone in history it would be__________".

So for my last question as your coach I am asking...if you had 5 minutes to sit down with Walt Disney in his office what you ask him or say to him?

My answer:
"Walt, I know as a husband and a father that I am responsible for the care and safety of my family. I am very proud of my wife, son, and daughter and we have had many, many great times, and also some hard life lessons. But we are not asked to do it alone.

Nearly 60 years ago you had a vision where there could be a place where families can gather and experience a time together that will create happy memories. You followed your dreams and today we have a great place to spend time together. So Walt, I want to say "thank you" for following your vision. Through your efforts we have many great memories, and this coming April we will have the joy to introduce Walt Disney World to our grandson, Kai."

Thanks for letting me be your coach this week. And remember to send in your weights on Friday, as well as your WIN measurements. Lets get the duck this week.

Dave

 

[tigger813]

Happy to say that I got 6.5 miles in total today. I did the 1.5 this morning on the elliptical and then I just finished 5 WATP miles. I just really needed to get in another workout. I think I really messed myself up by not working out at all over the weekend! I just felt lazy. I need to work out a little each day. It gives me the energy I need to get through the day. Going to make myself a cup of Earl Grey Green Tea and have another bottle of water.

Girls are off to bed in 30 minutes and then we have to get the garbage all together so the girls and I can get to the dump tomorrow after work. Hoping to get to Trader Joe's at some point tomorrow!

Can't wait to get together with an old dear friend on Friday morning with her kids at the mall. Then we'll pick up Megamind at Best Buy! That'll be a great way to start off the weekend.

Saturday morning I will be going to the Wellness Center for a bit and then I have to work at 2. I'm also going to try to go to church on Sunday.

TTFN

 

[cclovesdis]

Welcome to Healthy Habits Pamper Week!

My name is CC (short for Christina) and I will be your Healthy Habits coach for BL 11. I love the BL challenges and Healthy Habits has helped me significantly in achieving many of my goals.

Some Background Information: Thanks to donac (Dona-hostess of Team Donald) and jenanderson for their amazing help so I know how to coach! I couldn’t do this without seeing them in action previously. I will be continuing the prizes that Jen started.

Here’s How Healthy Habits Pamper Week Works: Each day there will be three "Habits" for you to complete. You do not need to keep track of your points and there will not be a winner. This is simply for your enjoyment!

Welcome to Day 7, Thursday 2/24

1) Exercise for 20 minutes.
2) Play a game.
3) Daydream.

I hope you have enjoyed Pamper Week!

 

[cclovesdis]

Evening!

I didn't binge today!!!!!

Can you tell I'm just a bit excited?

I am also very proud of myself. Hoping to repeat this again tomorrow and for days to come.

I went to WW today. I weighed-in at my heaviest ever. At first I was , and then I started to come up with a plan. Tomorrow, I'm my goals are to drink 8 8 oz. glasses of water and to not binge. I'll work up from there.

Thanks for all the support!

But, enough about me.

Good luck to everyone running the Princess 1/2! Enjoy your trip to WDW!

 

[ScubaD]

Happy to say that I got 6.5 miles in total today. I did the 1.5 this morning on the elliptical and then I just finished 5 WATP miles. I just really needed to get in another workout. I think I really messed myself up by not working out at all over the weekend! I just felt lazy. I need to work out a little each day. It gives me the energy I need to get through the day. Going to make myself a cup of Earl Grey Green Tea and have another bottle of water.

Girls are off to bed in 30 minutes and then we have to get the garbage all together so the girls and I can get to the dump tomorrow after work. Hoping to get to Trader Joe's at some point tomorrow!

Can't wait to get together with an old dear friend on Friday morning with her kids at the mall. Then we'll pick up Megamind at Best Buy! That'll be a great way to start off the weekend.

Saturday morning I will be going to the Wellness Center for a bit and then I have to work at 2. I'm also going to try to go to church on Sunday.

TTFN

Wow, 6.5 miles. You are close to joining the 2012 Disney Marathon.

Evening!

I didn't binge today!!!!!

Can you tell I'm just a bit excited?

I am also very proud of myself. Hoping to repeat this again tomorrow and for days to come.

I went to WW today. I weighed-in at my heaviest ever. At first I was , and then I started to come up with a plan. Tomorrow, I'm my goals are to drink 8 8 oz. glasses of water and to not binge. I'll work up from there.

Thanks for all the support!

But, enough about me.

Good luck to everyone running the Princess 1/2! Enjoy your trip to WDW!

Great job! Every day is a new beginning.

 

[my3princes]

What issue would that have been? We get Celebrations Magazine too. In fact I wrote a letter to the editor about passing the Disney torch and had a picture of my wife attached to the letter. It was the March/April 2010 issue. Kim is holding a "Baby Tigger".

Dave

The last issue we received was Sept/Oct 2009. It was either the Oct/Nov 2009 or Dec/Jan2010. I submitted a bunch of photos Disney costumes that I had made. One was of the 5 of us dressed as the Hercules family (Meg, Zeus, Hades, Hercules and Pegasus) There were others of Woody (with a stuffed Bullseye), Pooh and Piglet, Mickey and Dopey. I can't remember if my friend told me which photo(s) were in there or not

 

[poochie]

Today was a tough one for me. I went down for lunch today at work into the breakroom to make my Progresso light veggie soup. 0 pts for WW. When up behind me comes someone with 3 sheet pizzas and 100 Buffalo wings and 100 BBQ wings and proceeded to spread it out along the main counter. The smell was so intoxicating. I almost caved. But I took my soup and my yogurt back to my table and tried to ignore everyone around me enjoying their yummy lunch. Somehow it is not the same I just wanted to rush over and grab some of the wonderful smelling wings. I mean after all I live in Buffalo NY and we do make the best wings.

When I got home my husband made Hamburger Helper Beef Stoganoff along with a big loaf of french bread and butter. The only thing healthy was the steamed corn. I mean what is a girl suppose to do?

So after I cleaned up from dinner. I did my Tae Bo. But I recently added 2lb weights to my workout to take it up a notch. It seems I have to work harder just to get any results now. Also looking forward to weather breaking so I can take my dog out for our after dinner walks again.

 

[my3princes]

Today was a tough one for me. I went down for lunch today at work into the breakroom to make my Progresso light veggie soup. 0 pts for WW. When up behind me comes someone with 3 sheet pizzas and 100 Buffalo wings and 100 BBQ wings and proceeded to spread it out along the main counter. The smell was so intoxicating. I almost caved. But I took my soup and my yogurt back to my table and tried to ignore everyone around me enjoying their yummy lunch. Somehow it is not the same I just wanted to rush over and grab some of the wonderful smelling wings. I mean after all I live in Buffalo NY and we do make the best wings.

When I got home my husband made Hamburger Helper Beef Stoganoff along with a big loaf of french bread and butter. The only thing healthy was the steamed corn. I mean what is a girl suppose to do?

So after I cleaned up from dinner. I did my Tae Bo. But I recently added 2lb weights to my workout to take it up a notch. It seems I have to work harder just to get any results now. Also looking forward to weather breaking so I can take my dog out for our after dinner walks again.

Way to stay strong. You are an inspiration to us all. I'm wanting one of the brownies that I bought for the boys, but so far I've resisted and your post just gave me a huge boost

 

[ScubaD]

The last issue we received was Sept/Oct 2009. It was either the Oct/Nov 2009 or Dec/Jan2010. I submitted a bunch of photos Disney costumes that I had made. One was of the 5 of us dressed as the Hercules family (Meg, Zeus, Hades, Hercules and Pegasus) There were others of Woody (with a stuffed Bullseye), Pooh and Piglet, Mickey and Dopey. I can't remember if my friend told me which photo(s) were in there or not

Hey, there you are. You are getting your photo with Winnie the Pooh. Great costumes. And you were asked to be the Grand Marshalls in the parade. How cool!

Dave

PS, it is the November/December 2009 issue