WISH Away the Pounds **Maddening March Challenge** All Welcome

[Flossbolna]

Just a quick post to say hi to everyone!

The week was a mixed bag - Thursday's QOTD was very appropriate for me since I had trouble with all those points in the past and it really motivated me to get better in that regard. The biggest one for me is cheating, or even worse: eating mindlessly. I find it so difficult to withstand food offerings that are put in front of me. The only way I can deal with temptation is to not be tempted. I really hate how easily I can be convinced to make bad choices. Today was a good example, my boss treated us to lunch at an Italian place, so everyone was ordering pizza. I had the best intentions of ordering a salad, but then the only entre salad came with cheese and ham and tuna (certainly oily one, not the one in brine) so I thought that that would not be a low calorie choice either and ordered a pizza with the intention of not eating all of it. And what did I do? I ate the whole pizza, felt bad afterwards and now am so angry with me. The only good thing is that I really am not hungry for dinner at all, so I will just have some salad (without cheese, ham and tuna!) later on and try to have a very low point dinner.

Thanks for letting me vent here! I am already feeling better!

And there are some good things to report: I am back at exercising! Did one session of 30 Day Shred yesterday and the day before that went for a run. Today I am doing a rest day (got my allergy shot today and am supposed to not do anything strenuous) but plan to go out for a walk in a while. Tomorrow I am back at running! Hopefully I will feel less scared of tripping in the daylight!

 

[50sjayne]

Good morning all!

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You are clear to launch . . .

Have you ever thought about all the ways you can burn calories without “exercising”? Your daily activities can be just as diet-friendly as working out, so on those days you can't make it to the gym, basic chores and favorite hobbies are great alternatives. We’ve rounded up 5 of the most surprising ways to work off around 100 calories (based on a 150-lb woman), so pick your favorites for a burn you won't even feel.(this one comes from WomansDay.com )

5 Surprising Ways to Burn 100 Calories

Hit the Dance Floor
Get into the groove by dancing for 20 minutes at a moderate pace. For an added kick, choose up-tempo music—you'll get your heart racing without even realizing it.

Neat and Tidy
Vacuum for a total of 25 minutes and you’ll not only have a clean house, you’ll also work your upper body, toning your shoulders and biceps as you push and pull the machine along the carpet.

Satisfy Your Belly
Your tummy will benefit in more ways than one when you spend 40 minutes in the kitchen preparing a homemade meal. If you really want to work those arms, try some labor-intensive prep work like kneading dough, whipping cream or grinding spices with a mortar and pestle.

Chore Time
Got 20 minutes? Spend it doing light chores, like sweeping the floors and dusting shelves, for a tidier home and a slimmer you.

Shop Till You Drop
Forget lightening your wallet! Instead, apply the principle to your waistline by window shopping for 30 minutes. Of course, you could add in a little strength training, by carrying a few recent purchases around.

Here is a link to the entire article if you are interested in seeing the 15 other ways they suggested http://www.womansday.com/health-fitness/20-surprising-ways-to-burn-100-calories-111251#slide-1

QOTD Friday, March 7, 2014: What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories? It could be from the list or something else . . . even the gym!

BBL with replies and my own answer

A friendly reminder that today is weigh in day so please send those PMs to our lovely hostess, Helen!

My favorite would be the shopping. Particularly goodwill shopping. Going through those t-shirts on the top racks and the tightly packed clothes racks...
I need to start doing more serious cleaning though with the grand baby coming.
I wanted to mention on here as a human guinea pig I've tried the psyllium capsules and the pgx both and really there is a huge difference with the pgx. There's some similar stuff at grocery outlet with the konjac that's cheaper so I'm hoping that will work the same way. The psyllium was kind of a waste, and the powder form clumps up and ruins the taste of anything you put it on. Oh well live and learn.
Happy to be down a couple pounds this week. Hey I like the idea of the cheese sticks, I have some that I need to eat up. We do have a fridge in the break room but I have a tendency to forget stuff in there.
Well, nice and sunny today, will be able to ride my bike if I hurry up...

 

[WannaBinPictures]

QOTD Friday, March 7, 2014: What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories?

Definitely housework as well, and grocery shopping!! I shop where you bag it yourself. So all that shopping, bagging, putting it in the car, taking it out of the car, walking it upstairs, putting it all away . . . that's gotta be good for more than 100 calories. LOL It's work!

First check-in down 2 pounds from the 1st. I'll take it!

 

[lloydy]

grrrrrrr!!!! I'm up today and really up from last week!! ugh I hate water retention!! I know that I did not eat the calories I would've had to in order to truly gain what the scale said but UGH so frustrating!! I will have to use this WI to motivate me to be extra super good the coming week and flush the fluff back out, or I will never make my march goal!!

ok, thanks for the vent

QOTD Friday, March 7, 2014: What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories? It could be from the list or something else . . . even the gym!

I really like the thought of burning 100 calories by doing 30 mins of housework! that will motivate me in both aspects, burning and cleaning! ha! I'm not able to clean my house in one day, I have to break it up throughout the week and I'm never caught up, but knowing I'm burning 100 calories will help me embrace my daily housecleaning chore

pixie duse for everyone on the scale today!!!

hi Jules here - the teacher icon is back, so I just wanted to put it in there before it goes missing again!
So are we meant to be weighing in today - I thought it was tomorrow (eek!!)
I walked around Birmingham (UK) for 40 minutes yesterday. They are working on the train station and I couldn't recognise any landmarks. After my third lap around the station I finally went off on the right route. It was an unintentional workout of all sorts of kinds!

 

[Ronda93]

What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories?

A walk in our neighborhood. I read that a mile is about 100 calories... regardless of speed. I'll take it. Later, another favorite thing is yard work. I just cannot get into housekeeping

I work from home on Fridays and my scale of record is in the gym at, that's right, work. We have a fitness center right there. NO EXCUSES. Very convenient. So I'll fess up Monday.

I have been well hydrated today. Tomorrow's run is 8 miles. It's been a while since I've gone that far. Long while.

I am thinking about doing the Princess HM next year. Having a training goal is really important to keeping me on track. It'll never be this cheap again!

Maybe I'll do every runDisney race ONCE. But I want to do the full again in 2018 (25th anniv). All the others, just once.

Everyone have a great weekend!

 

[BubblesNH]

Happy Friday Everyone!
I was down 2+ pounds this week! Thanks for the forum to get me going again. If was a beautiful sunny day today so went for a spin out in my screen room. Biking always gives me a great workout. I also lifted this morning. I work with a trainor and a group of 2-3 people. Not too expensive and gives you motivation and a little competition. Works for me.

I tried to be good at lunch and ordered what I thought was a salad at Chili's but found rice and beans as well as chicken and greens. My downfall are french fries. When I'm being really good I allow myself 4 french fries. Hard to leave the rest on my plate. http://www.disboards.com/images/smilies/frown.gif

Weekends are hard for me also. We eat out a lot and its too easy to destroy the diet eating out.

It is supposed to get into the 40's this weekend so I hope to get outside to exercise. I really hate the dreadmill. I love that term. Stole it from someone here lol!

Have a great Weekend Everyone!

 

[lloydy]

Happy Friday Everyone!
I was down 2+ pounds this week! Thanks for the forum to get me going again. If was a beautiful sunny day today so went for a spin out in my screen room. Biking always gives me a great workout. I also lifted this morning. I work with a trainor and a group of 2-3 people. Not too expensive and gives you motivation and a little competition. Works for me.

I tried to be good at lunch and ordered what I thought was a salad at Chili's but found rice and beans as well as chicken and greens. My downfall are french fries. When I'm being really good I allow myself 4 french fries. Hard to leave the rest on my plate. http://www.disboards.com/images/smilies/frown.gif

Weekends are hard for me also. We eat out a lot and its too easy to destroy the diet eating out.

It is supposed to get into the 40's this weekend so I hope to get outside to exercise. I really hate the dreadmill. I love that term. Stole it from someone here lol!

Have a great Weekend Everyone!

The 40's - maybe about 4 here if we are lucky in the UK but at least if the sun is out then it makes me feel like getting out and about. Water plays a large part in weight doesn't it, so it is up fathomable sometimes!

 

[lisah0711]

Good morning all!

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It's that time of year again when many of us get to "spring forward!" Yes, we lose an hour of sleep but we gain an hour of daylight at the end of the day -- a welcome thought after what has been a long, cold winter for many of our group. Here are some ideas on how you can make healthy use of that hour.

Lose Time With A Good Book. Getting lost in a good story is a fantastic way to spend some spare time and what could be more fitting than books on time travel? If you're looking for suggestions, you can't go wrong with Timeline by Michael Crichton, 11/22/63 by Stephen King, The Time Traveller's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger or A Connecticut Yankee In King Author's Court by Mark Twain.

Cuddle Up. There's nothing like being wrapped up in the arms of your special someone. Cuddling releases oxytocin, known as the cuddle chemical, which makes you feel content and may reduce anxiety, fight depression and lower blood pressure. But you don't need a romantic partner to reap these benefits. Hugging a friend, leaning on a loved one or even snuggling with a pet can also make you feel good.

Meditate. Meditation has innumerable health benefits, and it can provide a sense of calm and inner peace. No matter what you have going on in your life, chances are you could benefit from a greater sense of well-being. Besides, it's easy to do and free. Not sure where to begin? Check out this video.

Overhaul Your Morning Routine. Do you wait until the very last minute to get out of bed each day? Take this extra hour to analyze your morning routine and make some time-saving changes. It doesn't matter if you have kids, live alone or are looking for work. Making a plan of action and sticking to it will help you start your day, regardless of what's on the agenda. So do something today that'll make things easier throughout the upcoming week.

Plan and prepare your wardrobe for the week ahead to prevent last-minute scrambles.
Make a schedule and stick to it. Hint: Getting up earlier can make everything run more smoothly.
Prepare food in advance. This includes everything from organizing your kids' school snacks to hard-boiling some eggs to eat each morning. You can even make full-blown meals, especially soups, stews and casseroles, and freeze them to reheat later for quick and easy dinners.

Spend Extra Time With Your Family. Take advantage of the extra hour and spend time with those you love. Go out with someone special, take a walk with a family member, take your kids to the park or just sit around the table and talk. Many of us get so caught up with everything else in our lives that we neglect the relationships that are most important to us. So take these extra 60 minutes to connect and bond with someone special.

These suggestions came from an article here on upwave.com http://upwave.com/happiness/daylight-savings-time-healthy-ways-to-spend-the-extra-hour There are other suggestions if you are interested.

QOTD Saturday, March 8, 2014 and Sunday, March 9, 2014: How are you planning on using your extra hour of daylight? Even if you don't "spring ahead" the days are getting longer.

BBL with replies and my own answer.

 

[lisah0711]

grrrrrrr!!!! I'm up today and really up from last week!! ugh I hate water retention!! I know that I did not eat the calories I would've had to in order to truly gain what the scale said but UGH so frustrating!! I will have to use this WI to motivate me to be extra super good the coming week and flush the fluff back out, or I will never make my march goal!!

ok, thanks for the vent

Sorry about the disappointing weigh-in, Molli! I hope that crazy number is gone next week for sure.

Well I managed to have a good week finally! Down 4.5lbs. Of course I was up from 2 weeks of eating junk due to kitchen remodel so I was hoping that would come back off quick.

Great loss! That change in your food tracking really paid off.

Morning all and Happy Friday! Just a quick drive-by to say hello! This week has been right out crazy for me! I am taking next week off, however, because DD will be home for Spring Break.... so I will definitely have time to come here and chat!

Miss you all!.........P

Hi Pamela! Enjoy your time with DD.

Happy Friday all! I hope everyone had good weeks and saw some progress. I'm close to 2 lbs down so I'm hoping I can keep that moving. Need lots of progress to fit any of my vacation clothes for our cruise in May!

Great loss for you this week!

Morning, all! I was down this morning, but not by much.

I know, better down than up, but I was so confused as to why I was barely down any, and then I remembered how awful this week was with the heat and bouncing back and forth between apartments. I'm sure my wonky schedule and eating at weird times did not help.

But, I got to measure inches today and my thighs are finally getting smaller! I know they say the problem areas take the longest to come off, but I had seen no change in them at all, every time I've tried to lose weight! It's only a half inch, but I am going to celebrate that half inch by taking MORE stairs this month!

You have a little loss and big NSV this week!

Hope the heat is here to stay. Hang in there.

HI Ladies just a fly by hello how are ya all.. Looking like you've all had a great week.. Lisa love your QotD's but just no time to answer in depth..

Whoo hoo is I am doing a slighty modified couch to 5K .. I stay on the treadmill at least 30 mins so on Monday & Thursday I walked 5 jogged 2 walked 5 jogged 2 walked 5 jogged 1.5 walked 5 jogged 1.5 walked the rest.

Thurs - Im a cheater - love to weight in and then splurge! I am going back to just counting carbs (the duo of carbs/WW is killing me) I only have 1 month till I go back to the Dr and think Carb counting is the way to go.. I am going to keep going to my WW meeting as my leader is totally awesome !

Friday - are we allowed to say "behind closed doors" however I do love an upbeat song and a few 80's dance moves! also I love to do a bit of my wii boxing..

I'll be skipping my WW meeting and WI this week.. my Grandmother isn't doing soo well - had her last rites last week and we are heading up to see her for weekend . I'll see you all monday! Michelle

So sorry to hear about your grandmother, Michelle. I am sending good thoughts and to you and your family.

Sounds like you are making some great progress and kudos to you on your C25K start!

Just a quick post to say hi to everyone!

The week was a mixed bag - Thursday's QOTD was very appropriate for me since I had trouble with all those points in the past and it really motivated me to get better in that regard. The biggest one for me is cheating, or even worse: eating mindlessly. I find it so difficult to withstand food offerings that are put in front of me. The only way I can deal with temptation is to not be tempted. I really hate how easily I can be convinced to make bad choices. Today was a good example, my boss treated us to lunch at an Italian place, so everyone was ordering pizza. I had the best intentions of ordering a salad, but then the only entre salad came with cheese and ham and tuna (certainly oily one, not the one in brine) so I thought that that would not be a low calorie choice either and ordered a pizza with the intention of not eating all of it. And what did I do? I ate the whole pizza, felt bad afterwards and now am so angry with me. The only good thing is that I really am not hungry for dinner at all, so I will just have some salad (without cheese, ham and tuna!) later on and try to have a very low point dinner.

Thanks for letting me vent here! I am already feeling better!

And there are some good things to report: I am back at exercising! Did one session of 30 Day Shred yesterday and the day before that went for a run. Today I am doing a rest day (got my allergy shot today and am supposed to not do anything strenuous) but plan to go out for a walk in a while. Tomorrow I am back at running! Hopefully I will feel less scared of tripping in the daylight!

Magdalene, I know that you are so happy to be able to start running again. Go get 'em!

Sorry about the pizza run in but it is out of your system now.

Happy to be down a couple pounds this week. Hey I like the idea of the cheese sticks, I have some that I need to eat up. We do have a fridge in the break room but I have a tendency to forget stuff in there. Well, nice and sunny today, will be able to ride my bike if I hurry up...

Great loss this week, Susan! Enjoy the sunshine while we have it!

First check-in down 2 pounds from the 1st. I'll take it!

Great loss!

hi Jules here - the teacher icon is back, so I just wanted to put it in there before it goes missing again!
So are we meant to be weighing in today - I thought it was tomorrow (eek!!)
I walked around Birmingham (UK) for 40 minutes yesterday. They are working on the train station and I couldn't recognise any landmarks. After my third lap around the station I finally went off on the right route. It was an unintentional workout of all sorts of kinds!

No worries if you end up PMing your weigh in today. If you miss the cutoff it just starts on the next week. :goodvibe: Way to turn what could be a frustrating time into a workout!

What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories?

A walk in our neighborhood. I read that a mile is about 100 calories... regardless of speed. I'll take it. Later, another favorite thing is yard work. I just cannot get into housekeeping

I work from home on Fridays and my scale of record is in the gym at, that's right, work. We have a fitness center right there. NO EXCUSES. Very convenient. So I'll fess up Monday.

I have been well hydrated today. Tomorrow's run is 8 miles. It's been a while since I've gone that far. Long while.

I am thinking about doing the Princess HM next year. Having a training goal is really important to keeping me on track. It'll never be this cheap again!

Maybe I'll do every runDisney race ONCE. But I want to do the full again in 2018 (25th anniv). All the others, just once.

Everyone have a great weekend!

Enjoy your long run today!

Happy Friday Everyone!
I was down 2+ pounds this week! Thanks for the forum to get me going again. If was a beautiful sunny day today so went for a spin out in my screen room. Biking always gives me a great workout. I also lifted this morning. I work with a trainor and a group of 2-3 people. Not too expensive and gives you motivation and a little competition. Works for me.

Great loss! And thanks for the idea of group training!

The 40's - maybe about 4 here if we are lucky in the UK but at least if the sun is out then it makes me feel like getting out and about. Water plays a large part in weight doesn't it, so it is up fathomable sometimes!

Yep, it is a sure sign of spring when we are celebrating temperatures in the 40's!

QOTD Saturday, March 8, 2014 and Sunday, March 9, 2014: How are you planning on using your extra hour of daylight? Even if you don't "spring ahead" the days are getting longer.

This is not my favorite time change so I will be using this extra time to set things up to make my days next week go smoothly. Some menu planning, shopping, getting everything set up for the following week will help me to deal with the feeling like I am behind all week.

Have a great week-end all!

 

[pjlla]

Well HELLOOOOO and good morning from "not-so-sunny" NH! I have missed you all!! Crazy week here.... figured it out this morning that as of bedtime last night I had driven almost 25 hours last week (from Sunday morning). Plus I worked part of Monday, both jobs on Tuesday, and a full school day Thursday and Friday! So I'm betting you understand why I've been MIA!!

I'm going to take the next hour and read back, but obviously I can't do a reply to everything and everyone, so please don't be hurt! I'll say hello to the newbies and such and then consider myself CAUGHT UP!!

DD is home now.... and of course, DS is home from Costa Rica and we have a slight lull in the FIRST robotics season and I"m taking the week off from subbing, so I should have a fairly relaxing week!

I'm off to do some reading and a few replies now!..................P

 

[Raenstoirm]

Hey all, I am a week late to the party, but can I join? Years ago I was really active in these threads (notice my tags), but the last few years I have sort of fallen off and can't get back on. I have a lot going on these next few months and I NEED to drop a few pounds. To be perfectly honest, I need to drop about 70, but I am not totally crazy with my expectations.



Real Name (if you want to share....) Carla Rae

Family: Married 12 years, no kids yet- 9 pets though (1 dog, 2 cats, 2 turtles, 4 sugar gliders and a fish take with 15 or so fish)

Job/How you spend your days: Real Estate. I run the accounting department. Its not glamorous and it has nothing to do with my degree, but it pays for my disney trips. In the real world I am a forensic psychologist, I just can't find a job in my field.

Hobbies/Interests: Running (half marathons), travel (mostly WDW and cruising), scrapbooking, pets obviously

Your motivation for joining this thread: Oh there are so many. Dh and I have a cruise on May 11 (RCCL Freedom of the Seas). I am signed up to run a half marathon on April 27 and May 4th and a 5k on may 3rd (yup 30 miles in 7 days). And dh told me yesterday to look into taking a second cruise before our May one because we just found out our favorite cruise director is on a local ship (so no flying needed) but he is switching ships in May. Money wise, I don't see two cruises in one season working out, but one can dream, right?

Type of food/exercise plan you follow: Diet to Go and I am a member of Orange Theory Fitness and I train for half marathons



QUOTD FEB. 28th Friday:

What's your motivation for losing weight right now?

Right this minute, it is that cruise and those races. Long term, I can't seem to find a good one. I have always been heavy, sometimes up to 100 lbs overweight. I am really blessed though since even at my heaviest I have never worn more than a size 16 pants, so no one really sees how heavy I really am. I have been righting the weight battle forever and as soon as I can slip into that bikini, something goes crazy in my life and it all goes to hell and I gain a ton. I was bikini weight in 2009. Then my father-in-law got very sick and fought for 18 months (most of it in our local hospital) and finally lost his battle. 4 months after his death, my own father wound up in the hospital with MRSA and never left. He died right after Christmas. The two deaths of people so close to me within months of each other, trashed me emotionally and I gained 100 lbs that I have yet to lose. I lost 30 lbs maybe three years ago and then other issues arose and I gained most back. As of this morning, I have lost 19lbs, so I am headed in the right direction once again.
Dh and I plan on trying for a baby in the next few months, so that is a big motivator, I hope.



QOTD Friday, March 7, 2014: What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories? It could be from the list or something else . . . even the gym!

If it is nice out, I love walking my dog around our neighborhood. We are a "small town" in the suburbs of a big city (Washington DC) and you run into people you know constantly.


QOTD Saturday, March 8, 2014 and Sunday, March 9, 2014: How are you planning on using your extra hour of daylight? Even if you don't "spring ahead" the days are getting longer.

This is going to sound totally crazy, but.... I am scrapbooker and I have fallen behind on my books. My scrapbooking room is also the glider room. Gliders are nocturnal and HATE light. They wake up when the sun goes down. For normal people you can just turn on a light and keep working, but when my boys get up they want "their" room to be dark and they tell me so in no uncertain terms. So I have to turn off the lights (it gets a little tricky since they want me to stay with them, just in the dark, but that is another thing :good vibes). This extra hour of sun means I get an extra hour to work in "my" office since my boys will still be asleep.

 

[pjlla]

So because I'm new to the boards it won't allow me to PM to Eliza32 until I have made 10 post. so Eliza32 is it ok if I just post my start weight and goal here until I write 10 post? I just don't want to write random post on random boards for no reason.

Also is that ok with everyone else? I don't want to be the noob who makes everyone feel uncomfortable.

Welcome, welcome!!! Glad to have you!

And here is a picture of myself - from last years cruise:

Gorgeous!!! What a beautiful dress too!

I'm in!!! Now that I'm down to running 5Ks again the weight should be easier to take off.

Real Name (if you want to share....) Buffy

Family: Married to DH for going on 21 years. 4 kids, 3 boys, 1 girl.

Job/How you spend your days: Never at home mom, taxi driver, therapist, cheer squad for the track team, CFO, CTO and CEO of Blinks Inc.

Hobbies/Interests: running, Disney, scrapbooking.

Your motivation for joining this thread: Continuation of the journey I started a few years ago. I love the people, and the support. Major goal is to run faster so I can enjoy RunDisney events more without watching the clock.

Type of food/exercise plan you follow: I am restarting Ideal Protein on Monday. Couldn't maintain the plan while training.

Anything else you want to tell us: I love the WISH boards and the people!!!

So glad you are here with us my friend! Interested to hear more about the Ideal Protein plan.

Real Name (if you want to share....) Christine

Family: Married to DH 16 years, 2 kids - S (DD10) & J (DS5)

Job/How you spend your days: I'm a digital scrapbook designer and training for half marathon(s)

Hobbies/Interests: Running, designing, once a month recipe finding

Your motivation for joining this thread: I need the accountability

Type of food/exercise plan you follow: low-ish carb, running

Anything else you want to tell us: I'm a food addict :/ taking it one second at a time sometimes

Welcome aboard!!

I think I have mainly gone through the list Eliza, but in true Eric Morcambe fashion: ' not necessarily in the right order'...

I am new to the boards too. I take a lot of strength from everyone's comments on here. Sorry if I haven't worked out the editing or abbreviations...
My name is Jules
I am 46 and a teacher.
I have a very busy and mixed day, which doesn't involve teaching outside of one classroom, so more like a desk bound job, and as other have said (sign of the times) busy with lots if paperwork that I struggle to keep up with.
I am married to hubby and have 4 children.
We enjoy Disney holidays. We did our first cruise last year and I am so embarrassed by how I looked in the photos that I won't have them in the album - I can't face them.
I follow mainly slimming world. I lost around three and a half stone/49 pounds, but then work got busy... I changed jobs and it was enjoyable but very busy and the weight crept back on in the last year, I am still one stone/14 pounds in credit, but don't want it to creep on any more.
As others have said, I felt much healthier when the weight was off.
I welcome the support from everyone on here. I think it helps to focus me in and I work well in teams. I play netball and rounders (rounders for the first time since school) - and it is funny how the brain fools you into thinking you can do all those things that you once did with ease as a teenager - like catching a small hard ball!
Jules x

Welcome to you from across the pond!!

I still haven't gotten on the scale for March. Going to do it in the morning. We drove home today (500 miles). The plan was get up and have brunch with DS and head out around noon, but we hit the road early (got up at 4am) in order to avoid this silly storm. We did drive through some nasty rain with ice on the trees, but luckily no problems. I ate nothing but junk today. Peanut mms and coffee in the car. Going to make something with lentils for dinner if I ever get off the couch. Every time we come home from visiting DS I think I am a little sadder. We just don't want to be here anymore, but so far no luck with moving. It's not just missing Ds, but more just wanting to be somewhere else and done with this part of our lives. Does that make sense? Anyhow, all this 'stuff' is not helping with my healthy eating or dieting. Need to get my act together!

Anyhow, need to figure out what's for dinner and do some laundry. Have a great night! And a super Monday!

SOrry that you aren't happy where you are. Prayers that something changes soon!

Hi everyone! Happy Oscar's Night! Very excited. Mostly because I am at my parent's, since I am still without heat at my place, but this means I am nice and warm!

This has been a VERY roller coaster weekend. Lots of ups and downs.

Got a bonus at work on Friday since I told them I wanted to start taking classes again! Its not much, but its enough to get me started. Here's hoping this month I can get a new job to really pay it off.

WOOHOO on the bonus!!

Had an semi-off plan weekend, unfortunately. I just really needed some chinese food this weekend. But, I was good about the rest of my meals on the days I ate it (and the leftovers), so I feel okay about it. Plus, I start the next level of my Power90 workout series today, so I'm excited about that.

A nice NSV today - I bought a dress, and its a 6!!!! To be fair, its a stretchy fabric, but I nearly cried when it fit over my hips!

Of course, realized that I left my favorite (and only) Mickey Mouse watch in the dressing room, and when I went back, it wasn't there. I asked, but it seems like someone must have taken it.

So, as I said, lots of ups and downs.

Oh my.... sorry about the watch....I'm a "watch" person, so I understand the disappointment. But woohoo on the dress!!

Magdalene, I wanted to say thank you for what you said. I really needed to hear that tonight. I've decided to give it until August. If I'm still not feeling NYC by then, and I don't know what I want to be doing, I'm going to apply to go back to WDW. Since I'll be technically back in school by then, I can apply for another college program. Then, while I figure out what I want to be doing, I'll at least be doing it somewhere warm, where I have friends.

Until then, you guys are the absolute best at keeping my spirits up! Helen, I'd be happy to coach 3/11 - 3/15!

So glad to see you have a long-term plan brewing!!

Hello everyone! I would love to join in if I'm not too late? I followed along in February with the intention of joining in March then completely forgot to log on. Here is my info in hopes I can participate!

Real Name: Sam

Family: Married for 4 years with 2 DS. Logan is 3 and Aaron is 3 months! Also have a furbaby named Nugget - he is a daschund terrier and my first born ;-)

Job/How you spend your days: I'm just winding down my maternity leave now and go back to work on Thursday. I work for an insurance company in disability claims. I get to work from home the majority of the time so it's a very flexible arrangement!

Hobbies/Interests: Movies, hanging with family and travel

Your motivation for joining this thread:After having my second I have a few pounds ledt but unfortunately have 30 or so after that. We have a cruise in May and a WDW trip in September and I want to be at a comfortable place by then so I have some clothes to wear and don't hide for pictures. I just want to be done losing weight and in a place where I can gain a pound or two and just work that off that week instead of always having SO MUCH to lose.

Type of food/exercise plan you follow: I use My Fitness Pal (samanthajk09 if anyone wants a buddy!) and recently got a fitbit which I love the way it works together. I joined a gym and am trying to do the couch to 5K program and workout at least 3 to 4 times a week! I'm hoping this group can help force me to do that

Anything else you want to tell us: I'm very ambitious towards losing weight but find I give up part way through the day and eat cookies. I need to stop that! I'm also still nursing my youngest so that will either help the pounds fall off or make it much much harder so we shall see!

Welcome to our little corner of the Dis!!

I'm in

Real Name (if you want to share....) Ronda

Family: Partner, Sue. Two dachshunds and a cat.

Job/How you spend your days: Computer stuff

Hobbies/Interests: Running, camping, cooking, kayaking, geocaching

Your motivation for joining this thread: motivation, accountability and Disney all rolled into one!

Type of food/exercise plan you follow: eat in moderation. run four days a week. Currently training for a 4/12 half marathon.

Anything else you want to tell us:

Welcome aboard!! I"ve wanted to try some geocaching with DS.... can you tell me more about it??

Hi Everyone, Would like to join this month.
I haven't been on the boards for a few years so relearning what to do.
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Real Name: Michelle

Family: Married DH of 17 years, DD 15 DS 10 and a 17 yo furbaby. Border Collie

Jobharmacist

Hobbies/Interest Scuba Diving (that's were Bubbles comes from) Sailing,Biking, surfing, skiing, Disney (of course)

Motivation: I lost 40 lbs last year and 10 has crept back on. I need some accountability. Have a Disney trip planned for end of April.

Exercise Plan Etc: I lift 2x per week, but need to get the cardio back up to 5x week. Lost original weight with Best Life Diet from Bob Greene and My Fitness Pal. Also did couch to 5K.

Anything Else:I don't post very often. I am glad I found this thread.

HEY, hey to a fellow NH resident!! Welcome!!

Well I am in for March, though I have given myself a low goal because we will be away for week and a half and I want to enjoy myself (especially the wedding cake!)....

Real Name: Amanda

Family: DF (soon to be DH)-together almost 5 yrs, DS Mikey (13) and DD Raelee (7), hoping for a DB next year

Job/How you spend your days: Social worker in child welfare for the state... so bsically my days are crazy... lots of paperwork but lots of emergency feild work too... makes for a difficult time eating healthy during the day!

Hobbies/Interests: wedding planning, watching wedding shows, scavanging pinterest and etsy for wedding ideas!

Your motivation for joining this thread: Have been trying to find a healthy balance for years and this board has been the most consistent source of info and support! Couldn't do it without you guys... I may noy get a chance to post as much as I'd like but I do read and keep up with all of you!

Type of food/exercise plan you follow: I use My Fitness Pal too (same name over there!) and also have a bodymedia armband. No specific eating plan... but I count my calories, keep my carbs low and make sure to get at least 80 grams of protein (though this can be hard). I have not been as dedicated to exercise in these past few weeks as I have been in but I normally do zumba a few times a week and hike a giant hill (called Tumamoc) with my BFF at least once per week. I really need to incoorporate regular strength training, I have been doing this sporadically but I need to be dedicated!

Anything else you want to tell us: Getting hitched on 3/17!

I can't believe you've got less than 10 days left until the BIG DAY!!!

Hellloooooo ladies! Remember me? The one who said she'd be back on the WISH wagon but keeps falling off? Yup, that's me! Since I'm sick of not being able to throw off these last 10 pounds, I decided to do something positive and get back to where I feel the most weight-hating love! I haven't stepped on the scale in a few weeks, so as soon as I can handle THAT bad newsflash, I'll join in. It feels so good to be back!!

Kimberley

Welcome back my friend!!!

Next up for us it the little kids school's 5K at the end of March. I need to find a race for April. In May we have another 5K that raises money for a teammate of DS17's that died during our XC season. We raise funds for AED machines.

Sounds like a great goal.

Evening everyone (well it is here!)

WOW, missed logging on last night (was doing something important, but more of that later) and have come back today to find an overflowing stack of PMs and 2 pages of posts to read.

Good to have so many people joining in.

There are a couple of you who have said in the thread that you would like to join, but have not yet PM'd me information, so please don't forget.

Thanks to those of you who have volunteered to coach...there are still a few gaps though guys (hint, hint)

So what was I up to last night?? Well, I went to the gym as usual to run my 5K on the dreadmill, then managed a quick 5K on a bike too, then off to weigh-in. So I arrive, dressed in my slightly soggy gym-wear (I always do - they're used to me now!) only to be told that I have won the Greatest Loser Award (77lb and counting), and that they want to take pictures of me......erm NO, that ain't happenng!!

So, I have a certificate, a nice bunch of flowers and a sash, but no photos. I'll get dressed up and get DH to take one of me! So, since starting this journey with you guys, I have lost 77lb, been named Woman of the Year, and now the Greatest Loser....I must be doing something right.

I've been invited to take part in a run tonight with a local ladies running club, to see you later. Keep up the good work all of you.

HUGE congratulations on the award! Be sure to share the picture when it is ready! And wowza on the invite to the running club!

Hi!
Jules here. Fellow teacher in UK! I am new to the March boards. The weird thing is, I found a little smilie icon for teacher before, but now it's gone - bit like my brain!
I hope upon hope I can lose a pound this week as I have Ben struggling with what I thought was a virus but just turned into a throat infection ( bit hard when you have to talk to children all day).
Good to hear from you

Icons seem to move at will.... click on the "more" option at the bottom of the box to see the rest!

Glad that you are feeling more in control and positive, Pamela! : Safe travels and to your DD for her interview today.

Thanks! It was a good day, traveling was fine, and she thinks that the interview went just fine.... will hopefully hear back soon about a second interview!

My today is I am going to meet with a personal trainer at 5:30 a.m. this morning at my community center to get a strength training program -- something that has been missing from my workout regime. He is a little intimidating but I can do this!

Have a great day all!

Great woohoo!! You CAN do this!

So, my question is... how do you do all of this and not get your supermom cape caught in anything on the go?

I keep my cape tucked in most of the time.... don't wanna show off to the other "not-so-super" moms!!


Oh boy. This is a toughie. What I will say is that with everything going on, I haven't given up on my plans for weight loss. Every month I've been setting a new goal to stay healthy. Last month it was to keep a skin care routine and to work on whiter teeth. This month was supposed to be cooking meals for myself. But, if my apartment doesn't have heat... I can't exactly do that. So, rather than throw in the towel, I made April's goal (healthier hair) into March's goal and vice versa. I'm happy with the switch and hoping to go home tonight to a heated apartment!!!

GREAT job not giving into the excuse of no heat!

Alright, I think I'm caught up! Its been a crazy start to this month. Finally went back to my apt last night in hopes of heat, only to find fire trucks outside. No fire, but until they figured out why the alarm was going off, we weren't going to be let back into the building...

SO, off I went, back to my parent's house. My back is so sore from all this shuffling about from place to place. YEESH.

Anyway, I'm hopeful that tonight everything will be sane again, and I'll be able to work out and shower and eat dinner in a nice warm place. Either that, or I'm going to go into hibernation until April.

Seriously, the bears know where its at.



Hope everyone is excited about the warm weather this weekend!!

Continuing prayers that your heat comes on and stays on and that life will settle down for you!!

Good morning all!

photo disneyparks wikia

Where is this particular SM? I don't recognize it so I assume it is an over-seas park??

QOTD Friday, March 7, 2014: What is your favorite way to burn 100 calories?

Definitely housework as well, and grocery shopping!! I shop where you bag it yourself. So all that shopping, bagging, putting it in the car, taking it out of the car, walking it upstairs, putting it all away . . . that's gotta be good for more than 100 calories. LOL It's work!

First check-in down 2 pounds from the 1st. I'll take it!

Great job with the first two!!

Good morning all!

image disneyparks blog

QOTD Saturday, March 8, 2014 and Sunday, March 9, 2014: How are you planning on using your extra hour of daylight? Even if you don't "spring ahead" the days are getting longer.

BBL with replies and my own answer.

Well... if it warms up a bit I'll use the extra sunshine to dry clothes! Or take an evening walk! Or maybe I'll pretend I'm a cat and I'll just lay on the rug in the warm patch of sunlight that comes in the front window!

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Okay friends! I am REASONABLY caught up! I didn't see any info from Lisa or Buffy about how the race went though! So ladies, I'm looking for an update!!

SO many new faces! That makes me so happy! And I'm double sorry if I missed any newbies!

I am still struggling here, to be perfectly honest. The only thing that I KNOW I need to change is my exercise level... but I'm having trouble convincing myself to get moving. I think it is the cold and snow and dark.... a bunch of excuses, I know, but so true right now. I am SO TIRED Of being cold! But there is some light at the end of the tunnel..... already I can see the days getting longer and with this weekend's clock change it will be even better! And with a high predicted to be about 45 today, I am planning to head outside for a nice long walk after lunch.... even though DH and DD won't go with me..... (DS is at production company all day).

SO glad to be caught up! It makes me feel so much better!..............P

 

[Rose&Mike]

Good Morning! It is my favorite (ok, one of my favorite) weekends of the year! Love, love, love daylight saving. And while it is still cool here, it is warm enough that we are going to run outside this afternoon.

Going to try a 5:3 interval and see how that goes for about 6 miles I think. I could run 6 miles without a break, but I am looking at some different intervals for half marathons.

We are also looking at a hybrid form of paleo/vegetarian for eating. I am going to be honest here, I am eating way too much junk and having way to many carb crashes, especially in the evenings. The weight I have gained is all in my stomach and I feel quite cruddy. Not cruddy like when I eat gluten, but just run down and bleh all the time. And the carb crashes are brutal. Mike is totally on board and feeling the same way. So we are going to spend the weekend researching and try to put together a plan. After a quick search online, there seems to be a lot of folks trying the same thing. I won't give up the beans though, so it is definitely a 'paleo' type kind of plan.

Hope everyone is having a great Saturday!

 

[Eliza32]

Hi Guys......all caught up on the PMs, so we are now showing some lovely colours in post #3........still quite a few of you to message me though.....

Welcome to latecomer Raenstoirm (Carla Rae)......you may be late, but it's never too late for us! Just PM me your start weight, and how much you would like to lose by 31st March.

I'm having difficulty keeping up with QOTD replies, but I am reading everything! I managed to lose 1lb this week...not bad considering the Dominos pizza I consumed!!

On the running front, I scored a NSV this morning, beat my PB by a cool 15 seconds!!!! I can now run 5K in 31:57!!!!! Way to Go. I tucked in behind the 32 minute pacer, stayed with her all the way, then overtook her on the home straight!!! Must confess that I had a caffeine boost gel before the race, so it obviously helped!!!! (Never tried one before)

We don't get our daylight saving for another 3 weeks in the UK, but I can't wait - DH has agreed to run to slimming class with me on Monday night as I'm desperate to run more outdoors in preparation for our next 10K on 6th April. He'll run there with me - about 3K, then back home by himself, then pick me up later in the car! Then another run planned with the running club on Tuesday, university Wednesday, Zumba Thursday and it will nearly be the weekend again!!!

Good luck to everyone for next week, keep up the good work!

 

[Raenstoirm]

On the running front, I scored a NSV this morning, beat my PB by a cool 15 seconds!!!! I can now run 5K in 31:57!!!!! Way to Go. I tucked in behind the 32 minute pacer, stayed with her all the way, then overtook her on the home straight!!! Must confess that I had a caffeine boost gel before the race, so it obviously helped!!!! (Never tried one before)

Way to go! My goal is a 5k under 30 minutes, but I can't seem to maintain that 10 minute pace for the whole three miles (and then there's that damn .1 to contend with ). I have never been in a short race with pacers, but it would be really helpful for me. My upcoming half marathons are my first with pacers that go my speed. The slowest pacer at my last half marathon was doing 10 minute miles. I can't maintain that for 3 miles let alone 13.1! Needless to say I finished in the bottom 50 of that race. But I had fun, so that is all that matters.

My weight loss plan this week...i was supposed to do a 10 mile run tomorrow, but Tommy Bahama is running a huge sale at its outlets that ends tomorrow (25% off!). There is an outlet 1.5 hours from my house and we have this cruise coming up and I have a weird obsession with Tommy Bahama clothes and they are ungodly expensive and you see where this is going...yeah, I will be making the trek to the outlet and forgoing my run.
Once the week actually starts though, I will attempt to buckle down, although this week will be tough. I have signed up for a pre-work Orange Theory Fitness class every day this week. (If there is an OTF near you, try it, trust me). But I plan on canceling my wednesday one and doing a run and then a yoga class after work. The issue is eating out. Tonight we are having dinner with friends. Tomorrow we will most likely have dinner with my mother in law (also at a restaurant). Monday dh's boss gave him box seats to a hockey game and we are joining a few people for dinner and drinks before the game. Thursday we are having dinner with another friend. Friday is "date night" so we always go out... and the cycle continues. It is no wonder I have so many issues with weight! Dh of course never gains a pound no matter how much crap he eats. Oh and he never exercises, like ever! The only exercise he gets is walking from our garage to our house and walking from his garage at work to his office. I really hate men and their metabolism!

 

[Eliza32]

It's my goal too to run 5K in under 30. Getting there slowly...I didn't see any improvement for 13 weeks at one point!

I do parkrun every Saturday www.parkrun.org.uk and it's awesome. All free...we have pacers for 25, 27, 30 and 32. All done by volunteers. The girl who did 32 today was pacing for the first time, so I took time out at the end to personally thank her.

When I ran my first 10K for my 50th birthday, I had not even managed the 5K without walking.....yet I ran the whole 10K without stopping, think it was the adrenaline and being part of a crowd of 9,500 when the most I had run in before that was 350!!!

By the way.......I love Tommy Bahama too.......their restaurant on I Drive in Orlando is pretty awesome, and the one in Naples is fab too. Shame it's 1000s of miles away!

 

[BernardandMissBianca]

Way to go! My goal is a 5k under 30 minutes, but I can't seem to maintain that 10 minute pace for the whole three miles (and then there's that damn .1 to contend with ). I have never been in a short race with pacers, but it would be really helpful for me. My upcoming half marathons are my first with pacers that go my speed. The slowest pacer at my last half marathon was doing 10 minute miles. I can't maintain that for 3 miles let alone 13.1! Needless to say I finished in the bottom 50 of that race. But I had fun, so that is all that matters. My weight loss plan this week...i was supposed to do a 10 mile run tomorrow, but Tommy Bahama is running a huge sale at its outlets that ends tomorrow (25% off!). There is an outlet 1.5 hours from my house and we have this cruise coming up and I have a weird obsession with Tommy Bahama clothes and they are ungodly expensive and you see where this is going...yeah, I will be making the trek to the outlet and forgoing my run. Once the week actually starts though, I will attempt to buckle down, although this week will be tough. I have signed up for a pre-work Orange Theory Fitness class every day this week. (If there is an OTF near you, try it, trust me). But I plan on canceling my wednesday one and doing a run and then a yoga class after work. The issue is eating out. Tonight we are having dinner with friends. Tomorrow we will most likely have dinner with my mother in law (also at a restaurant). Monday dh's boss gave him box seats to a hockey game and we are joining a few people for dinner and drinks before the game. Thursday we are having dinner with another friend. Friday is "date night" so we always go out... and the cycle continues. It is no wonder I have so many issues with weight! Dh of course never gains a pound no matter how much crap he eats. Oh and he never exercises, like ever! The only exercise he gets is walking from our garage to our house and walking from his garage at work to his office. I really hate men and their metabolism!

I would love to be at 30 for a 5k, I can't seem to break 40, and it's killing me!

I hear you on the eating out. And having a stick for a husband. Mine fights to keep weight on, it drives me nuts. My best advice for eating out is don't drink your calories, I usually get water. Red wine vinegar instead of salad dressing. Minimize appetizers and share desserts. I love to eat out so I know the issues with that.

 

[Castillo Mom]

Hello from sunny California! It was a gorgeous day today, about 82 degrees and just the thing to get me in the mood for spring/summer. Worked for a couple hours and then did some shopping with my sons which I'll count towards physical activity.

Hope everyone enjoys their Sunday.

 

[lisah0711]

Well HELLOOOOO and good morning from "not-so-sunny" NH! I have missed you all!! Crazy week here.... figured it out this morning that as of bedtime last night I had driven almost 25 hours last week (from Sunday morning). Plus I worked part of Monday, both jobs on Tuesday, and a full school day Thursday and Friday! So I'm betting you understand why I've been MIA!!

I'm going to take the next hour and read back, but obviously I can't do a reply to everything and everyone, so please don't be hurt! I'll say hello to the newbies and such and then consider myself CAUGHT UP!!

DD is home now.... and of course, DS is home from Costa Rica and we have a slight lull in the FIRST robotics season and I"m taking the week off from subbing, so I should have a fairly relaxing week!

I'm off to do some reading and a few replies now!..................P

Glad that your kiddos are home safe and sound, Pamela. I know that you will enjoy having them home. It's been a long time since you've done that much driving in one week -- how quickly we forget.

Hey all, I am a week late to the party, but can I join? Years ago I was really active in these threads (notice my tags), but the last few years I have sort of fallen off and can't get back on. I have a lot going on these next few months and I NEED to drop a few pounds. To be perfectly honest, I need to drop about 70, but I am not totally crazy with my expectations.

Carla Rae! It's never to late to join one of our challenges. Sounds like you've already sent in your info so you are good to go. Tell us some more about your sweet gliders -- I remember them from another challenge -- they are so cute!

Where is this particular SM? I don't recognize it so I assume it is an over-seas park??

You are right, Pamela, that SM is from an overseas park -- DL Paris. I think it is the coolest SM in any park. This week's coaching theme is five which ties in to five Disney parks. So far we've had DL Hong Kong, Magic Kingdom, DL Paris, and DL Tokyo (that is their castle in the week-end QOTD picture). Monday we will finish with the original park (my own home park ) Disneyland. It is a bit subtle theming this time because I am also using new questions. Thanks for noticing!

Good Morning! It is my favorite (ok, one of my favorite) weekends of the year! Love, love, love daylight saving. And while it is still cool here, it is warm enough that we are going to run outside this afternoon.

Going to try a 5:3 interval and see how that goes for about 6 miles I think. I could run 6 miles without a break, but I am looking at some different intervals for half marathons.

We are also looking at a hybrid form of paleo/vegetarian for eating. I am going to be honest here, I am eating way too much junk and having way to many carb crashes, especially in the evenings. The weight I have gained is all in my stomach and I feel quite cruddy. Not cruddy like when I eat gluten, but just run down and bleh all the time. And the carb crashes are brutal. Mike is totally on board and feeling the same way. So we are going to spend the weekend researching and try to put together a plan. After a quick search online, there seems to be a lot of folks trying the same thing. I won't give up the beans though, so it is definitely a 'paleo' type kind of plan.

Hope everyone is having a great Saturday!

I'll be interested to hear what kind of plan you come up with because I am going to try to have more protein in my diet -- I think you feel satisfied longer.

Good luck with your new run interval, Rose! I am having a blast with my new running group even though they run way, way more than I ever have. I can run for two minutes at a time over and over and not die -- who knew? Let us know how that goes.

I'm having difficulty keeping up with QOTD replies, but I am reading everything! I managed to lose 1lb this week...not bad considering the Dominos pizza I consumed!!

On the running front, I scored a NSV this morning, beat my PB by a cool 15 seconds!!!! I can now run 5K in 31:57!!!!! Way to Go. I tucked in behind the 32 minute pacer, stayed with her all the way, then overtook her on the home straight!!! Must confess that I had a caffeine boost gel before the race, so it obviously helped!!!! (Never tried one before)

for your loss this week, Helen! And great NSV with your new PB! That is great to be so fast that you can run with the pacers now!

I would love to be at 30 for a 5k, I can't seem to break 40, and it's killing me!

I hear you on the eating out. And having a stick for a husband. Mine fights to keep weight on, it drives me nuts. My best advice for eating out is don't drink your calories, I usually get water. Red wine vinegar instead of salad dressing. Minimize appetizers and share desserts. I love to eat out so I know the issues with that.

Good tips on eating out, Buffy! Now that you are running shorter distances I bet you will be breaking the 40 minute 5k much sooner than you think. I'm hoping to break 45 minutes myself. That is the one of the great things about this group is that we have folks of all ages and abilities working toward the same goal of healthy living.

Hello from sunny California! It was a gorgeous day today, about 82 degrees and just the thing to get me in the mood for spring/summer. Worked for a couple hours and then did some shopping with my sons which I'll count towards physical activity.

Hope everyone enjoys their Sunday.

Nice day in So Cal for sure! Sounds like it was a nice one for you all, Lisa. Enjoy!

 

[Rose&Mike]

On the running front, I scored a NSV this morning, beat my PB by a cool 15 seconds!!!! I can now run 5K in 31:57!!!!! Way to Go. I tucked in behind the 32 minute pacer, stayed with her all the way, then overtook her on the home straight!!! Must confess that I had a caffeine boost gel before the race, so it obviously helped!!!! (Never tried one before)

Awesome!

I'll be interested to hear what kind of plan you come up with because I am going to try to have more protein in my diet -- I think you feel satisfied longer.

Good luck with your new run interval, Rose! I am having a blast with my new running group even though they run way, way more than I ever have. I can run for two minutes at a time over and over and not die -- who knew? Let us know how that goes.

I am so glad the new running group is working out so well!

I was really nervous yesterday, because I cannot honestly remember the last time I ran outside--probably December. I have been seeing some good times on my indoor track work and doing great with the cross training, but you never know. Anyhow it went really well. 6.2 miles in 71 min~ run 5 min walk 3 min. I wanted to see if I could take that long of a break and still stay below 12 min miles. There were some significant hills on this run and I powered up them despite running on the indoor track all winter. Thank you AMT machine. I was pooped at the end, but recovered quickly and other than some sore glutes (probably from the hills and speed) I feel great today. So my goal long term is a sub one hour 10k and to continue the 5:3 for longer runs (1/2 marathon training).

As for the paleo like diet, we are excited. Though beans are definitely a no-no on paleo, we are not giving them up. From what I read yesterday, soaking is the key. It gets rid of some of the bad stuff that make beans controversial. So definitely no more canned beans. We will be eating a lot of beans, nuts, and eggs. Also going to try adding in some nutritional yeast. Trying to cut out (at least for now) most dairy, though I might start having kefir again for breakfast. The really hard part for us is going to be cutting out the cheese. We eat so much cheese. And Mike is cutting out peanuts completely (except maybe while traveling).

We are also adding a 'cheat' day where we will go out for gf pizza or get Mexican takeout. I think without a cheat day I would probably go a little crazy.

Last night we had lentil 'barbecue' over cauliflower rice. Normally we would have made gf pasta. I actually really liked the cauliflower rice and with the food processor it was easy to make, just really messy.