WISH Away The Pounds ~ Achieving in April ~ All are WELCOME!

[PlutoBaby]

Pluto--tried the thundershirt last year. I think it's a great product. But didn't work. For awhile the D.A.P. (dog appeasing pheromones) were working, but not so much anymore. He is 9yo (jack russell/daschund mix). We got him when he was one--we were his 5th home. Needless to say he has a lot of issues, but I feel like we saved him from the chopping block. We can't keep this up for too long, going to have to find something that works. I think if we let him sleep in our room he would be fine. BUT I don't want him in my room. We fight allergies, and I just don't want him in there. Because he wouldn't want to just be in our room, he would want to be on top of us. Anyhow, sorry to go off topic. He was obviously very poorly socialized as a puppy and has the worst anxiety. I probably sound like the worst dog parent, but I honestly don't think we can do this all summer. I guess we will call the vet again and see if he has some new ideas.

There's always the alternative approach as well: http://www.ehow.com/how_5052871_calm-dogs-herbs.html

QOTD Thursday, April 18, 2013: Which of these calorie cutting tips would you like to try? Have you tried any? Do you have a favorite calorie cutting tip that you would like to ad?

I've switched from the fat whole wheat bagels from BJ's to the Thomas' Thin Sliced bagels. Even though I only ate 1/4 of the BJ's bagels, the thin sliced ones don't leave me feeling quite so bloated.

Pam: The DH convinced me to give myself another week before trying the CrossFit class. Think I'll just start back slow this weekend with walking the Wonder Mutt.

 

[pjlla]

Well, just back from official weigh-in for my slimming class, and managed another 1.5lb off this week despite everything, so well pleased. I didn't have a lift to class this week and OH had the car to go to the gym, so I decided to walk. 2.2miles in 40 minutes, into the wind, I was a bit flushed when I arrived!!!

At least OH arrived to give me a lift home as my buns and thighs are now aching like mad!!

Wonder what I'll end up doing for exercise tomorrow...was a bit bummed today to find that whilst doing my walk in London yesterday I passed within 50 yards of a Whole Foods without realising!!! I'm going back for another meeting on 21st May, so already planning my shopping list of healthy goodies!!!

How WONDERFUL to be down another 1.5!!!!

And what a nice walk you got! Wish I could do some productive walking around here, but we live SO FAR from everything.

QOTD: Sorry so busy these days, hope once summer hits I can do more to encourage you all!
For me it is publishing my goals...that daily mental reminder of where I want to be and when helps me from taking 'just one' cookie...it's just not worth it...if I set a goal of 10 pounds a month and lose 8, if I had not set a goal, I likely would have lost 2-3...it makes a difference...commit to it!

I think most of us would agree that putting out committments OUT THERE for the world to see definitely helps us stay OP! Mypublic committment in March to a "plank a day" definitely helped push me to do that plank every day, even if I didn't want to. I did miss a few days, but managed to be about 90% successful.

Just in time for my last day of coaching this little gem (from sparkpeople.com of course) popped into my mailbox yesterday.

Cutting calories may seem like a daunting task, especially when you're trying to cut hundreds of calories each day to lose the recommended 1-2 pounds per week. Will you go hungry? Will your meals taste like cardboard? Will you have to give up your favorite foods?

Don't worry. When you make small changes, the only difference you'll notice is a drop in the scale! Keep in mind that cutting calories can involve smart substitutions or changes in portion sizes, too. Just remember, start small and work your way up to a new—and healthier—way of eating.

Beverages

3. Swap a 12-oz. glass of whole milk for skim milk. Save 96 calories!
4. Drink two 12-oz. light beers this weekend instead of two regular beers. Save 100 calories!

7. Prepare your coffee with 4 oz. of fat-free half and half instead of regular half and half. Save 88 calories!

OR DO LIKE I DO AND USE 1% MILK.... IT REALLY IS TASTY!

Breakfast

13. Eat 3/4 cup oatmeal instead of a 1-1/2 cups of oatmeal. Save 97 calories!

Snacks and Sides

16. Dip 1 cup celery into your favorite salsa or hummus instead of 1 oz. of tortilla chips. Save 125 calories!

18. Snack on 1 oz. of baked potato chips instead of regular chips. Save 90 calories!

19. Better yet, eat 2 oz. pretzels instead of the same size portion of potato chips. Save 94 calories!

20. Bake 2 oz of oven fries in lieu of 2 oz. of fast food fries. Save 88 calories!

24. Enjoy a healthy 8-oz. baked potato instead of 8 oz. of French fries. Save 104 calories!

25. Choose 3 oz. of mozzarella cheese for your sandwich instead of Swiss cheese. Save 108 calories!

Lunch and Dinner


28. Order a skinless chicken breast instead of chicken with skin. Save 102 calories!

32. Choose a slice of thin crust pizza over thick crust pizza. Save 106 calories!

33. Add vegetable toppings to your pizza order and say no to pepperoni. Save 100 calories!

34. Forget broccoli cheddar soup. A 7-oz portion of vegetable soup is better. Save 119 calories!

ACTUALLY, MY BROCCOLI CHEDDAR SOUP RECIPE IS LIGHT AND DELICIOUS!!

37. Eat only half of your hamburger or sandwich bun. Save 100 calories!

Condiments and Sauces

41. Top your salad with 1.5 oz. reduced-fat Italian dressing instead of regular. Save 96 calories!

Sweets and Desserts

48. Substitute 5 oz. of apple pie, with 5 oz. of baked apple crisp. Save 85 calories!

49. Instead of 4 oz. of regular chocolate pudding, enjoy a sugar-free portion. Save 92 calories!


Cutting 100 calories here and there is an easy way to form healthier eating habits without feeling deprived or hungry. With just a few of these tricks up your sleeve, you'll be on your way to reaching your goals in no time!

http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp?id=1183

QOTD Thursday, April 18, 2013: Which of these calorie cutting tips would you like to try? Have you tried any? Do you have a favorite calorie cutting tip that you would like to ad?


BBL for replies. Enjoy your day!

I left up some of the changes I've made over the years. Some are for health reasons, some are for calorie reasons. I have a few things that I just really NEVER eat any more.... regular salad dressing (light vinagarette most of the time), mayonnaise, regular sour cream (I use light and VERY SPARINGLY and only a few times a year). I never eat regular potato chips any more.... I've grown to enjoy the baked chips more! I almost NEVER, EVER eat "regular" bread anymore.... strictly low carb wraps and sandwich thin rolls. The only "real bread" product I indulge in regularly any more are Vitamuffins.

[Pam: The DH convinced me to give myself another week before trying the CrossFit class. Think I'll just start back slow this weekend with walking the Wonder Mutt.

Glad you are waiting until you are 100% healed up!! The doggie will appreciate it!

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Morning all! Off to a day of Special Ed subbing (covering meetings so I will be bopping around the building).

Had a bit of a blow-up with DD this morning over nothing really (just morning stress combined with being overtired) and it definitely set ALL our days out on the wrong foot. I feel most badly for DS. DD and I will let it roll off for the most part, but he was really upset on the ride to school..... plus we were running really late and they were both concerned about being tardy (but we made it with some time to spare). I sent them both an "I'm sorry" text after I got to school, but not sure they will get them before the end of the day. Hopefully DS can shake it off and have an OK day.

Because of this crazy morning my breakfast ended up being a turkey sandwich with mustard along with my coffee.... And I didn't have time to make my salad, so lunch is pea soup and carrot sticks.... again. Not so bad, just not what I had planned.

I may/may not be able to pop in later around lunch time to chat more. TTYL...............P

 

[bigsis1970]

Morning friends.. HUGS everyone.. I'd coach but I do not have weekend access to a computer and find trying to Dis on my phone very annoying due to the littleness of it.. but if you are willing for a M - F coach I'd be happy to fill in..

I have been trying to make it to 159 by tomorrow but am not sure I'll make it - yesterday WI was 160.1 and I was like OOOh I just might do it then today when I got on it was 161.5 UGH!! I did try a new recipe and maybe that did it.. IDK.. so I have a Zumba class planned for tonight and grilled shrimp for dinner afterwards so fingers crossed it all works out.. this might be TMI but I guess it could be that I haven't "gone" in 3 days too.. with Atkins I find I just am not an everyday type of person anymore and I just don't know how to fix that issue..

 

[jillbur]

Hello everyone! What a week this has been! Without getting into too much detail (and bore you all), I've been pretty busy at work and at home. I've been able to workout daily thanks to signing up for the 30DS thread. I've also been eating pretty good with the exception of a stress enduced choice to get macaroni and cheese at panera

Sorry I haven't been on since this past weekend. I have been reading along on my phone while the kids are at activities, though. I just haven't had the time to post here.

I'm off to my Thursday staff meeting, so I'll check back in tomorrow. Have a great day

Jill

 

[Lindaland]

Just in time for my last day of coaching this little gem (from sparkpeople.com of course) popped into my mailbox yesterday.

Cutting calories may seem like a daunting task, especially when you're trying to cut hundreds of calories each day to lose the recommended 1-2 pounds per week. Will you go hungry? Will your meals taste like cardboard? Will you have to give up your favorite foods?

Don't worry. When you make small changes, the only difference you'll notice is a drop in the scale! Keep in mind that cutting calories can involve smart substitutions or changes in portion sizes, too. Just remember, start small and work your way up to a new—and healthier—way of eating.

Beverages

1. Split a 20 oz. bottle of regular soda with a friend. Save 120 calories
2. Drink 1 cup of diet soda instead of 1 cup of regular soda. Save 97 calories!
3. Swap a 12-oz. glass of whole milk for skim milk. Save 96 calories!
4. Drink two 12-oz. light beers this weekend instead of two regular beers. Save 100 calories!

I actually prefer drinking orange vodka with sugar free cranberry juice!! Its very refreshing and saves loads of calories and I don't feel bloated like I do with beer!!

5. Instead of 1 cup of prepared lemonade, try 1 cup of a sugar free variety. Save 103 calories!
6. Eat a medium orange instead of drinking 12 oz. of fresh orange juice. Save 106 calories!
7. Prepare your coffee with 4 oz. of fat-free half and half instead of regular half and half. Save 88 calories!
8. Enjoy 5 oz. of chocolate milk instead of 5 oz. of a chocolate milkshake Save 110 calories!

Breakfast

9. Spread your whole grain waffles with 2 tablespoons of maple syrup instead of 1 tablespoon of margarine or butter. Save 110 calories!
10. Top your whole grain bagel with 1.5 oz of fat-free cream cheese in lieu of regular. Save 108 calories!
11. Try 1 oz. of maple turkey bacon instead of maple (pork) bacon. Save 118 calories!
12. Ditch the glazed donut and eat a bagel instead. Save 93 calories!
13. Eat 3/4 cup oatmeal instead of a 1-1/2 cups of oatmeal. Save 97 calories!
14. Substitute 3 oz. of turkey sausage for a serving of pork sausage. Save 120 calories!

I do use this one a lot, I like the turkey sausage much better than the pork, and its easy to cut up and toss in a frittata with lots of veggies (one of my favorites for breakfast)

15. Grab a small bagel instead of a medium bagel. Save 99 calories!

Snacks and Sides

16. Dip 1 cup celery into your favorite salsa or hummus instead of 1 oz. of tortilla chips. Save 125 calories!
17. Eat an entire medium apple instead of a small (5 oz.) candy apple. Save 118 calories!
18. Snack on 1 oz. of baked potato chips instead of regular chips. Save 90 calories!
19. Better yet, eat 2 oz. pretzels instead of the same size portion of potato chips. Save 94 calories!
20. Bake 2 oz of oven fries in lieu of 2 oz. of fast food fries. Save 88 calories!
21. Forgo a 6-oz portion of potato chips and nosh on 6 oz. of tortilla chips instead. Save 96 calories!
22. Say no to 1 oz of deep-fried onion rings and instead enjoy 1 oz. of grilled onions with your meal. Save 92 calories!
23. Try 1.5 oz. of fresh grapes instead of 1.5 oz. of raisins. Save 98 calories!
24. Enjoy a healthy 8-oz. baked potato instead of 8 oz. of French fries. Save 104 calories!
25. Choose 3 oz. of mozzarella cheese for your sandwich instead of Swiss cheese. Save 108 calories!
26. Swap 1 cup of canned pineapple in heavy syrup for crushed pineapple in water. Save 119 calories!

Lunch and Dinner

27. Cut a 6 oz. steak in half and take the other portion home for another meal. Save 111 calories!
28. Order a skinless chicken breast instead of chicken with skin. Save 102 calories!
29. Substitute a fat-free beef hot dog for a regular beef hot dog. Save 104 calories!
30. Build a sandwich with1.5 oz. of deli turkey breast instead of an equivalent of hard salami. Save 119 calories!
31. Instead of 6 oz. of crispy fried chicken with skin, eat 6 oz. baked chicken with skin. Save 102 calories!
32. Choose a slice of thin crust pizza over thick crust pizza. Save 106 calories!
33. Add vegetable toppings to your pizza order and say no to pepperoni. Save 100 calories!
34. Forget broccoli cheddar soup. A 7-oz portion of vegetable soup is better. Save 119 calories!
35. Enjoy 12 oz of steamed rice (choose brown rice when possible) as an alternative to fried rice. Save 96 calories!
36. Unwrap your 13-inch tortilla wrap and make a sandwich on a 3-oz. whole grain bagel instead. Save 96 calories!
37. Eat only half of your hamburger or sandwich bun. Save 100 calories!

I like to use veggie burgers instead of meat burgers to cut calories and fat.

Condiments and Sauces

38. Dip your salad in a side of ranch dressing (2 tsp.) instead of pouring 2 Tbsp of dressing on the salad. Save 97 calories!

I also like this one, and use it often when going out to eat.

39. Skip the 5 oz. of Alfredo sauce and eat a whopping 7 oz. of marinara sauce. Save 129 calories!
40. Add flavor to vegetables with 3 oz. of hot sauce—not 1 oz of bleu cheese dressing. Save 117 calories!
41. Top your salad with 1.5 oz. reduced-fat Italian dressing instead of regular. Save 96 calories!
42. Try either cheese or croutons on your salad—not both Save 72-116 calories!
43. Instead of 3 oz. of regular sour cream, use a fat-free variety. Save 120 calories!
44. Use 2 Tbsp reduced-fat light mayonnaise instead of regular mayonnaise. Save 102 calories!


Sweets and Desserts

45. Serve ice cream in a dish instead of a waffle cone. Save 121 calories!
46. Try a healthier peanut granola bar instead of a peanut candy bar. Save 94 calories!
47. Finish dinner with 1 cup of low-fat frozen yogurt instead of regular ice cream. Save 121 calories!
48. Substitute 5 oz. of apple pie, with 5 oz. of baked apple crisp. Save 85 calories!
49. Instead of 4 oz. of regular chocolate pudding, enjoy a sugar-free portion. Save 92 calories!

I love the sugar free pudding/jello, it gives you that sweet treat without all the fat & calories!!

50. Leave that 1/2 cup of strawberry ice cream in the freezer. Enjoy 1/2 cup of fresh strawberries topped with 2 Tbsp of fat-free whipped cream as an alternative. Save 102 calories!

Cutting 100 calories here and there is an easy way to form healthier eating habits without feeling deprived or hungry. With just a few of these tricks up your sleeve, you'll be on your way to reaching your goals in no time!

http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nutrition_articles.asp?id=1183

QOTD Thursday, April 18, 2013: Which of these calorie cutting tips would you like to try? Have you tried any? Do you have a favorite calorie cutting tip that you would like to ad?


BBL for replies. Enjoy your day!

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It has been a while since I have checked in, and I am sooooooo glad I am finally on my week off!!! Work has been crazy and there is a new crackdown on the "computer time not associated with work" so the managers are pulling all the records and having one-on-one conversations with the "offenders"!!! So naturally the main topic of conversation has been, who are the offenders and how can we get around the tracking!! lol. Also I have been orienting a nurse to our floor who has been here way longer than I have, and has even been house supervisor several times!! I feel like I am orienting my teacher!! She knows more about the company procedures than I do, but just doesn't know telemetry all that much, so I have just been reviewing rhythm strips & meds with her. Also, she is a big proponent of not using the computers for personal reasons, so no Disboards at work for me!! And to top it all off, we are having lots of meetings on "work relations" between the nurses and cna's so everyone is stressed and tired, combine that with another 15 hours of overtime this week and yeah, I have had quite a few drinks when getting home!! But now its all my time and after catching up on my sleep I have managed to flip my schedule back to days, and was actually up at 6:30 this morning!!! I am ready to hit the trail and go for a nice refreshing walk and to work in the yard for a bit today!

As for my diet and exercise..... well I am still tracking my food, and coming in under goal, although not as far, and I am trying to find some better snacks that are low in fat and carbs. Also I am stunned by the amount of salt in foods!! Trying to cut down on all those have left me feeling extremely limited in my options. So while still maintaining my calorie limit, I am struggling to find enough variety and getting a bit depressed and discouraged with my choices. I have not exercised as much as I would like, but I am still ahead of my goal for the month, but I was really annoyed that I was actually on track to exceed my goal, so lots of walks and hikes on this week off for me!

I know it will get better and that this is just one of the valleys that makes the hills feel so great when you finally get up there, so I am determined to keep pushing myself to achieve my goals and not just giving in to the stress and frustration.

I am so many pages behind, that I will try to catch up today but I really hope you all are doing great and that each of our struggles are met with courage and perseverance! Have a great day everyone and I will check back later tonight!

 

[lmhall2000]

I read everyone's post and end up nodding my head, "Yes! I feel the same way!"

I was just thinking about my excitement for weigh in tomorrow, I have been giving 98% these past 7 days, have not missed a workout, upped my workout by adding incline of a mile over last week, calories always below 1100..the only off plan I have had was a sneak of two fries and two servings of bread at Carrabba's, I swore off white flour so that was technically off plan...I feel this could be a Onederland weigh in, but then I fret, what if I am only down 2.3 pounds and weigh in at 200.1!!!!

Dadgummit, I want to see 198 or 197! But scales are funny things, I could be at 80% for diet and exercise and lose more on the scale than a 100% weigh in!

QOTD I love the baked potato instead of fries! I no longer put sour cream, butter or cheese, but I put fresh chives and coat the outside with olive oil and kosher salt before cooking, I eat the whole thing! Yummy!

May the scale be nice tomorrow to all WISHers!

 

[BernardandMissBianca]

I've switched from the fat whole wheat bagels from BJ's to the Thomas' Thin Sliced bagels. Even though I only ate 1/4 of the BJ's bagels, the thin sliced ones don't leave me feeling quite so bloated.

I switched to the Arnold flat bread and love it!! The oat nut bread was 170 calories for one slice but the flat bread is 100 calories for the whole bun.

I love the Thomas' thin bagels too. But I don't eat them often because I love cream cheese a little to much. LOL

 

[BernardandMissBianca]

Sorry I've been MIA, the kids have the week off so we've been doing a lot of house cleaning and yard work, and when I say "we" I mean me.
DH is taking next week off because our 20th anniversary is next week and he's going to help me get some household projects done.

I have been neglecting my food plan and exercise plan, I have got to get back on track. I printed the get back on track list from the other day.

Anyway, don't have much to say but just wanted to pop in and let y'all know I was still alive.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

Good morning all! I gained a half a lb from last weeks weigh-in but I will take since I am going in the right direction!

I have been tracking my food on MFP for calories, fat, sodium, and cholesterol since we had the QOTD on Wed., I think. So thanks to the weekly host for that. That was the push I needed to start tracking again.

Pixie Dust to all here for a good weigh-in and a great weekend!!!

 

[lmhall2000]

ONEDERLAND

197.8

I have to give some credit to Jillian for the 30 Day Shred and for the folks who have that thread going, I really attribute a lot of my loss this week to starting that 13 days ago!

That is almost a 5 pound loss for the week! My dear husband lost 6 pounds this week with just our diet and no exercise...MEN! So proud of him, but boy do they lose weight quicker! I just need 8 more pounds off by May 6th...our vacation starts on September 7th, so my last weigh in will be Friday, September 6th...

Hope everyone has a positive weigh in, those weigh ins that may not show losses show a great commitment to make a loss happen the next week...Here's to a great week of losing!

 

[bigsis1970]

ONEDERLAND

197.8

I have to give some credit to Jillian for the 30 Day Shred and for the folks who have that thread going, I really attribute a lot of my loss this week to starting that 13 days ago!

That is almost a 5 pound loss for the week! My dear husband lost 6 pounds this week with just our diet and no exercise...MEN! So proud of him, but boy do they lose weight quicker! I just need 8 more pounds off by May 6th...our vacation starts on September 7th, so my last weigh in will be Friday, September 6th...

Hope everyone has a positive weigh in, those weigh ins that may not show losses show a great commitment to make a loss happen the next week...Here's to a great week of losing!

WOOOOO so happy for you.... Great job to both of you!!!


Wooo for me I hit 159.4!!! Now to just keep it there! I loved my Zumba class last night will be swapping from the Tuesday to the Thursday - it was soo much more high energy and the music was better..

 

[lmhall2000]

WOOOOO so happy for you.... Great job to both of you!!!


Wooo for me I hit 159.4!!! Now to just keep it there! I loved my Zumba class last night will be swapping from the Tuesday to the Thursday - it was soo much more high energy and the music was better..

That is SUPER!!! You are handling this pretty well, if I saw 5 as my second number on the scale, I think I'd roll over and do flips CONGRATS!!! You will keep it there for a day, bet that scale moves on down! Zumba is a great fat burner!!

 

[PlutoBaby]

I switched to the Arnold flat bread and love it!! The oat nut bread was 170 calories for one slice but the flat bread is 100 calories for the whole bun.

I love the Thomas' thin bagels too. But I don't eat them often because I love cream cheese a little to much. LOL

I don't even keep it in the house. I've actually been spraying olive oil on mine lately and it's actually pretty yummy!

ONEDERLAND

197.8

That is almost a 5 pound loss for the week! My dear husband lost 6 pounds this week with just our diet and no exercise...MEN! So proud of him, but boy do they lose weight quicker! I just need 8 more pounds off by May 6th...our vacation starts on September 7th, so my last weigh in will be Friday, September 6th...

Hope everyone has a positive weigh in, those weigh ins that may not show losses show a great commitment to make a loss happen the next week...Here's to a great week of losing!

WOOOOO so happy for you.... Great job to both of you!!!


Wooo for me I hit 159.4!!! Now to just keep it there! I loved my Zumba class last night will be swapping from the Tuesday to the Thursday - it was soo much more high energy and the music was better..

I guess sometimes being sick has it's advantages. Even though I'm feeling MUCH better, I still lost another 1.6 this week! I'm now only 5 pounds away from my goal weight! With Italy coming up in just a few weeks, the final push is on!

 

[pjlla]

Happy Friday friends! I got the call that I wasn't needed to work (after I was up and dressed with make up and all ) so I decided to not waste my dressed up status and head to a WW meeting to do an observation. Then I made an appointment for some work on the car (like the headlight!) and I am at the dealership now waiting for a ride to some local stores while they work on the car. Then I'll head home (hopefully in time for lunch) and maybe get some raking done before it rains. If I can't rake I'll hit the TM!

Weigh-in today was satisfying, but not worthy of a big woohoo....down just 1.3 after many weeks now of maintaining or having small gains. Still over my maintenance range, but closer now.

Gotta run! BBL to chat..........P

 

[lmhall2000]

Great losses ladies!! any loss is a HUGE event!!

Let's get those colors changing on our names on page 1

 

[Lindaland]

ONEDERLAND

197.8

I have to give some credit to Jillian for the 30 Day Shred and for the folks who have that thread going, I really attribute a lot of my loss this week to starting that 13 days ago!

That is almost a 5 pound loss for the week! My dear husband lost 6 pounds this week with just our diet and no exercise...MEN! So proud of him, but boy do they lose weight quicker! I just need 8 more pounds off by May 6th...our vacation starts on September 7th, so my last weigh in will be Friday, September 6th...

Hope everyone has a positive weigh in, those weigh ins that may not show losses show a great commitment to make a loss happen the next week...Here's to a great week of losing!

A big congrats on getting into onederland!!!!!

Wooo for me I hit 159.4!!! Now to just keep it there! I loved my Zumba class last night will be swapping from the Tuesday to the Thursday - it was soo much more high energy and the music was better..

Awesome!!!

I guess sometimes being sick has it's advantages. Even though I'm feeling MUCH better, I still lost another 1.6 this week! I'm now only 5 pounds away from my goal weight! With Italy coming up in just a few weeks, the final push is on!

Fantastic, sick or not, its all good!!!

Weigh-in today was satisfying, but not worthy of a big woohoo....down just 1.3 after many weeks now of maintaining or having small gains. Still over my maintenance range, but closer now.

Gotta run! BBL to chat..........P

Yes it is worth a "woohoo"!!

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Everyone did so great this week, especially after the past couple weeks of disappointing scale movement, or non-movement!! Also I have to add I actually lost the 1 pound I gained last week, not great but back into the 25% goal achievement range!!!

I have to say I was anticipating a gain this week since I did not get to work out as much as I wanted and although I am tracking my food and have come in under goal, I am also due for my period so feeling a bit bloated this morning. I am glad to see a loss, no matter how small, and I am hopeful for the week ahead. I am actually enjoying tracking my food on MFP and love all the stats I can track!! Really opened my eyes to the sodium and fat I have been consuming, even though my carbs and calories have been in check, the sodium is a real eye opener!

Hope everyone has a great day today, now I am off to do some shopping and get my dad a Traeger grill for Fathers day! I know its early, but with so many of us with birthday's, Mothers & Fathers days, we usually have a big family gathering to celebrate all of it at once. My sis is even coming in from ID for the week!! The only one without something to celebrate is my DD so she gets "pitty presents" Its kind of like a Christmas in May!!

 

[Lindaland]

I am kind of getting the feeling that every time I post....... I kill the thread....

 

[Eliza32]

Not you honestly....I think we're all just busy with life now that the weather is getting better!!

Well, just been on the scales and I'm 204 today, so that's 5 off my monthly target (out of 7) if someone could update the front page. Luckily, I get my PMs back this week!.

What has everyone got planned for today?? The sun is shining here so we're off to the coast (beach). Will check in later to see what you're all up to.

Have a great day.

 

[The Mystery Machine]

Good morning! Happy to read all the successes.

Last night was intense watching the Boston manhunt. I did overeat badly yesterday, but that is OK.

I think some days you need more calories than other days. (My hormones are wacky ) I am going to eat clean and exercise today, which will get rid of all those toxic calories.

Today is no fun with cleaning the house and gathering stuff to sell at the flea market tomorrow. My sister and BIL are selling so I am going to join them.

But this is a big step forward for me. I have not had a garage sale in 8 yrs and we are BURSTING at the seams with "stuff".

 

[lisah0711]

Sorry I've been MIA, the kids have the week off so we've been doing a lot of house cleaning and yard work, and when I say "we" I mean me.
DH is taking next week off because our 20th anniversary is next week and he's going to help me get some household projects done.

I have been neglecting my food plan and exercise plan, I have got to get back on track. I printed the get back on track list from the other day.

Anyway, don't have much to say but just wanted to pop in and let y'all know I was still alive.

Hi Buffy! Nice to see you! Enjoy your anniversary. I hope that you will do something a little more fun to celebrate, too. There are quite a few of us celebrating the big 2-0 this year.

Good morning all! I gained a half a lb from last weeks weigh-in but I will take since I am going in the right direction!

I have been tracking my food on MFP for calories, fat, sodium, and cholesterol since we had the QOTD on Wed., I think. So thanks to the weekly host for that. That was the push I needed to start tracking again.

Pixie Dust to all here for a good weigh-in and a great weekend!!!

I'm glad that you are enjoying MFP. It is a great program and very fun when you have some friends on it for support. No one like tracking. It is a pain. But trackers lose twice as much as nontrackers so it is worth it.

ONEDERLAND

197.8

I have to give some credit to Jillian for the 30 Day Shred and for the folks who have that thread going, I really attribute a lot of my loss this week to starting that 13 days ago!

That is almost a 5 pound loss for the week! My dear husband lost 6 pounds this week with just our diet and no exercise...MEN! So proud of him, but boy do they lose weight quicker! I just need 8 more pounds off by May 6th...our vacation starts on September 7th, so my last weigh in will be Friday, September 6th...

Hope everyone has a positive weigh in, those weigh ins that may not show losses show a great commitment to make a loss happen the next week...Here's to a great week of losing!

A big congratulations on seeing ONE-derland!

Wooo for me I hit 159.4!!! Now to just keep it there! I loved my Zumba class last night will be swapping from the Tuesday to the Thursday - it was soo much more high energy and the music was better..

And another big congratulations to you on your new decade!

I sent you a PM about splitting a coaching gig with me next month so let me know on Monday when you have your computer back.

I guess sometimes being sick has it's advantages.Even though I'm feeling MUCH better, I still lost another 1.6 this week! I'm now only 5 pounds away from my goal weight! With Italy coming up in just a few weeks, the final push is on!

Glad that you are feeling better! You are so close to goal and so close to your trip!

Weigh-in today was satisfying, but not worthy of a big woohoo....down just 1.3 after many weeks now of maintaining or having small gains. Still over my maintenance range, but closer now.

Congrats on the loss and making the most of your day!

I am kind of getting the feeling that every time I post....... I kill the thread....

No worries! We periodically go through these quiet times. We don't have a coach this week and week-ends are typically quiet anyway. Sounds like you had a great week!

Not you honestly....I think we're all just busy with life now that the weather is getting better!!

Well, just been on the scales and I'm 204 today, so that's 5 off my monthly target (out of 7) if someone could update the front page. Luckily, I get my PMs back this week!.

What has everyone got planned for today?? The sun is shining here so we're off to the coast (beach). Will check in later to see what you're all up to.

Have a great day.

Almost there and still 1/3 of the month to go!

I have a big grocery run and then need to get my stuff together for my 5 mile race tomorrow. It's a local race that benefits United Way. This is the 4th year that I've done it. Each time I get just a bit faster.

I think some days you need more calories than other days. (My hormones are wacky ) I am going to eat clean and exercise today, which will get rid of all those toxic calories.

Today is no fun with cleaning the house and gathering stuff to sell at the flea market tomorrow. My sister and BIL are selling so I am going to join them.

But this is a big step forward for me. I have not had a garage sale in 8 yrs and we are BURSTING at the seams with "stuff".

Good luck selling your stuff! It's is good to get rid of that "baggage."