WISH Chatters Committment Week 2

[TammyNC]

I enjoyed the chat last night, but I wish that I could have lasted longer.

I did get my treadmilling in this morning while watching the rest of the Survivor tape. I walked 35 minutes. I am getting ready to do my crunches, squats, jumping jacks and 8 minute exercises. I had to stop off for some coffee first .

I am also getting ready to take a mug into the bathroom and use OhMom's suggestion of everytime I go in there I have to drink my water. I think that will help a lot.

How is everyone else doing with their personal committment? Have a wonderful day and I look forward to hearing from you all.

 

[ibouncetoo]

Chat last night was GREAT! And thanks to a phone call at 6AM from North Carolina I actually exercised this morning! Thanks Tammy! (Now, when I read your posts, I'll hear your lovely accent!)

I was also excited to see the scale move downward this AM....two pounds....finally into new territory!

Have a great day everyone...and keep moving!

 

[ohMom]

I taped Denise Austin's exercise 1/2 hour on lifetime yesterday and did that this morning. i was the cardio was longer though. I did my 8 mins in the morning too -- i'm not really sure what i'm committing to do different, but i like to post it keeps me accountable

i'm awaiting my DVDs on reserve from the library and looking forward to something new.

 

[luvmydogs]

Hi everyone! I was so happy to chat with you all last night--what a terrific group of people you all are! I did my Cardio Sculpt this morning as planned, but realized I need to make another comittmment. I have maintained my weight loss for all of four weeks now and have exercised every day, but lately I have been eating junk. It hasn't shown on the scale, but it certainly isn't good for my body or overall health. Sometimes I think that I feel it's OK to "cheat" because I exercise a lot, when exercise is only part of the equation. So, in addition to my committment to exercise 6-7 times a week, I will be eating better--the kind of meals that helped me lose and get fit in the first place--high protein and lots of veggies. I can't blow this now, and I need to give my body the good nutrition it needs to stay healthy. Thanks for all your inspiration everyone--it really, really helps! A big WTG to all who got moving! See you all at check-in tomorrow!

 

[DoeWDW]

Hi WISH Chatters!! It was fun in Chat last night - although a bit hectic at times! I'm still new to the chat thing, so I think I just need more practice.

I got up half an hour early this morning (5 AM) and did my Pilates 20 minute workout. It wasn't a lot, but it was more than I did yesteray (or the day before, or the day before that.....).

Thanks for the extra motivation to get moving again!

 

[Tiger Lily 03]

Wellllll, I had difficulty in chat last night. Don't know what was up with all that in and out stuff. So, I missed the smooth conversations.

I did get to start off my morning with the 20-minute Pilates cd. I figure that's something.

I was looking over a recommended "schedule" I thought I might use to begin working toward a "walking" goal. I found a recommended training plan for the 10k and 1/2 marathon at this Web site. One is an 18-week plan, the other is a 22-week plan. I thought I would try working on the 10k right now and see where I progress. This should get me through the year. I did the 5k last October and found that I could do it. I am ready to increase. I am working to maintain that 16-minute mile or better for my WDW 1/2 participation.

I like your idea of the commitment to healthy eating along with the exercise. The rest will come with that commitment. I will do my best today.

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

a 1/2 hour of walking and then some stretching and my weight class after work for 45 minutes. Combined- that was my hours worth of exercise for the day.

Chatting with all of you was great and can't wait until it will really be in person for a lot of us next Jan!

Kim - sounds like good advice you had for yourself - we are going to keep a check on you

I'm up at 5:00 AM tomorrow - I'm sure I'll see some of you then!

Oh, and I am not committing to anymore than what I have been doing - 1 hour of exercise X 6 days a week staying in points and
most importantly no whining about it - cause I am just ready to have this weight off! Contract with myself until March 11th!

 

[MelanieC]

Hi everyone,
Chat was fun last night. I did the FIRM Total Sculp Plus Abs for an hour. This one is definately easier than the one I did the other night. Less cardio and more weights. I am not as worn out tonight!!

I am not doing well on eating 2-3 hours prior to bed though. I wanted to eat by 7pm. Its now 7:37 and I am just going to eat now. I need to drink another 4 cups of water for a total of 8.

Great job everyone.

 

[tw1nsmom]

Hi All!

I'm sorry I had to leave early last night. My little guy has a cold and was having trouble sleeping.

I didn't walk as long as I would have liked to. I had forgotten that I had a meeting this afternoon and wasn't free while the kids were in preschool. I did squeeze in 20 minutes on the treadmill while my daughter had her swim lesson at the Y. I'm commited to walking six times this week.

My commitment to greater water intake is so-so. I really need to put my water in a measured container (I do have a 32 oz Nalgene bottle), so that I'm really aware of how much I'm drinking.

 

[luvmydogs]

Good (early) Wednesday morning everyone! I just finished Firm's Complete Aerobics & Weight Training and thought I'd check in. Yesterday I made a commitment that along with exercising 6-7 times a week, I'd be eating healthier to help maintain my loss. Yesterday was definitely a good day--high protein with lots of veggies and water. I wonder sometimes why I eat such junk, when eating healthier makes me feel so much better both mentally and physically (hmmmm...could it be because the junk tastes so good?... ) I hope you all have a Happy Hump Day and I can't wait to see how you've all done today! Hugs to all!

 

[TammyNC]

Good morning everyone-Yep, I'm up earlier than normal, but am getting ready to head out of town. I have done my 8 minute exercises, squats, cruches, jumping jacks and push ups. Not enough time for the treadmill, but I will be doig lots of walking while I'm gone.

ibouncetoo-It was great speaking with you yesterday and you sounded like you had been awake forever, it was only 6am your time and 8am my time and you were more awake than I was . Way to go on your 2 pd loss this week, that is great.

ohMom-Glad to have you join us. It is fine that you aren't committing to doing anything differently, this just kind of helps keep us accountable for what we need to be doing.

luvmydogs-I hear you with the junk food, that has been a problem with me as well. I have got to get back onto my healthier way of eating because I truly feel better when I do. Keep up the great work on your exercise

DoeWDW-5am I just don't see how you do it that is a really early hour. I am glad that you got your exercise in like you had planned on.

Tiger Lily 03-I am so sorry that you were having so much of a problem in chat. Hopefully you can get it figured out before Monday night. Way to go on getting your exercise in.

AlreadyexcitedGrammy-You had a pretty active day with eveything and then your weight class. 1 hr. 6x's a week is a great goal and you can stick to that I'm sure with no problem. You are doing great.

MelanieC-It is probably a good idea to mix up your workouts so that you give certain muscles a break while working others. We don't want anybody getting injured. Did you get your other 4 cups of water in last night?

tw1nsmom-I am sorry that your little one wasn't feeling well. I hope that he is better now. I am proud that you at least fit in the amount of exercise that you could instead of just shrugging it off until the next day. Good going. It sounds like some of us does have an issue with getting our water in-take each day. Measuring it out is a great idea and one that I used to do and it does help.

I tried keeping the mug in the bathroom and everytime I went, I drank a cup. It worked great and I plan to do that while I'm gone as well. I hope that everyone keeps going and checking in. I can't wait to get back on Sunday and see how everyone has done. This will be the first thread I check as soon as I hit the door Sunday afternoon.

I had my WI this morning (a few days early since I won't have any scales with me and I am still maintaining). Keep the faith and keep moving.

 

[TammyNC]

luvmydogs-You must have posted while I was writing. Good for you for getting your workout done this morning. I am so agreeing with your idea on why we eat things when we know they aren't going to help us feel any better. We all have to find a way to resist those temptations when we don't really need or want them. Keep up the great work.

See you in a few days everyone!

 

[ohMom]

all -- it's wed and i'm on the pc before working out -- not a good sign. But i'll post here to commit myself to 40 mins pilates, my 8 mins in the morning for the day, and finish out with 10 mins of yoga. sound good? if the weather holds out I may try for a 1/2 walk this afternoon before the next round of snow comes tomorrow.

luvdoggies -- i'm soooo with you on the junk food. my problem is holiday weight i'm still hanging onto and junk food do not equal weight loss. DUH! why did it take me a month to figure that one out! I contracted with myself to eat better until March 11 (my WW anniversary) and i'm feeling soooo much more energetic this week -- i'm not crashing at 7 p.m. anymore!

 

[ibouncetoo]

I did this moring's exercise last night! Had an eye Dr. appt after work yesterday and had my eyes dialated...didn't want to drive home that way (ouch...sparkley lites) so went back to the car, got my sneakers and walked the mall for 90 mins! Also had a low-carb meal at Ruby Tuesdays (dry rub ribs....hadn't noticed them on the menu before). So I got to sleep in 30 mins this morning, that was nice. Packing my lunch today, so I may even pop on the treadmill at work!

Have a great day everyone....keep moving!

 

[MelanieC]

Hi fellow chatters,

Tammy, I drank another 2 glasses of water and then I went up to watch a movie with DH. I fell asleep after a half an hour, so I didn't finish. That is what I like about the FIRM video's is that there are 4 of them, and they are all a little different. They keep your muscles and body guessing, which makes a huge difference. When I was exercising 6 days a week in the fall (3 FIRM days and 3 WATP days), it was really doing a good job in toning in the right places. I saw great results. Now I just have to get back into the routine of it.

OhMom, I sure hope that Ohio drains all the snow from the clouds before it gets to PA. I am getting tired of the snow, and freezing rain. How do you like Pilates? Which one do you do?

LMD's, Boy I really wish I could get up early and exercise. I have a hard enough time getting up at 6am to get ready for work. One of these days I want to try getting up at 5am and working out. SOMEDAY, hopefully! Great Job! Eating healthy is definately the way to go.

tw1nsmom, Great job of getting some exercise in. You sound like you had a busy day yesterday. Measuring your water in a large cup is a great way to do it. I do good at work, I have a 32 oz WW's mug that is clear so you can see how much you drank. I usually drink at least one of those full of water. I bought one for at home in the evening and Weekends when I was at my meeting Monday night. Hopefully this will help me drink more at home now.

Tonight will be a WATP's night. Not sure if I want to do the 4 mile Express, or the 3 mile Walk away weights. I am working on my first 32 oz of water right now. I hope to have it done by lunch time. Hope everyone has a good day.

 

[MelanieC]

Well I did the 3 mile WATP's Walk Away Weights. I really think that video is a much better workout than the 4 mile Express. The arms and weights really make me sweat more than just walking for the 4 miles!!

I have 7 cups of water in, so I will try to get one more in before bed.

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

well I "jogged" one mile at 5 mph on treadmill. Let me tell you - if I can do it - so CAN you!! I finished the other 3 with a mix up up incline - faster pace- slow down - etc. Amazing going 5 mph and then dropping back to 4.2 I felt like I was going too slow. Also did the first day of the 8 minutes in the morning exercises.

Tomorrow is supposed to be a 1/2 at home and weight class but I might just do 1 hour - have a feeling the class may get cancelled and I just don't come home and work out - we'll see how it goes in the AM.

Melaniec - I have only done the 4 mile express WATP once, but I have already been thinking when I am accustomed to it, I may just use some weights too - what do you think?

 

[luvmydogs]

Good Thursday morning everyone! I know Tammy's out of town for a few days (Hi Tammy! ), so I thought I'd get this thread started today. I just finished Firm's Cardio Sculpt, and was able to increase my weight increments from 8 lbs. to 10 lbs. on more exercises. I also was able to do four straight-leg pushups before I had to go back to bent-knee. Two weeks ago I could only do one straight-leg, so I'm happy about the improvement! I ate well yesterday, but did split a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup with dh after dinner. Have a great day everyone, and I can't wait to hear how you all are doing!

 

[tw1nsmom]

Well, I didn't exercise at all yesterday. The kids were home sick from preschool. I feel like a slug. Today I think they're well enough to go back to school (they're supposed to go every afternoon) so I will be walking the track at the Y. I told DH that he has to clean out the area around my exercise bike so that if I'm stuck in the house with the kids I'll be able to get some exercise.

 

[ibouncetoo]

Home from work today with a migrane and upset tummy....don't think I'll be doing ANYTHING to increase my heart rate today! Just the thought makes my head pound! But I am doing some isometrics and some yoga so the day won't be a total waste.

Keep moving kids!