[Philigirl]

Hello all,

I am going to join in on this challenge. I am coming in a little late. I started eating healthier this week. I haven't done a skip, hop, jump or nothing to exercise yet. However, I am at a hotel this week so I will force myself to at least go down to the gym for at least 30 minutes.

Thanks and good luck to all!

[SilverLife]

Dandimae, I'm glad you're doing so well. A double stroller, goodness, you are amazing.

Philigirl, welcome! I'm new here myself and enjoying it. All the best to you on your trip.

[dandimae]

I'm glad that my son loves to take walks. That's all he talks about when he first wakes up until we actually do it, so it's definitely a motivator. I probably wouldn't do it otherwise!

Philigirl: welcome to our little corner! Hope you meet your exercise goal while you're at the hotel.

Silver, how you doing? You responded (thanks!) but didn't give us an update!

[oddgurl]

I would also like to join this challenge, I did 30 min yesterday and another 30min today, both Biggest Loser dvd's.

As for the other part, No eating after midnight, I get off work at 11:15pm. My biggest problem is that when I get home from work I am bored and look for food, even if I'm not hungry.


Starting:259, Goal Wt: 240
7/19:, 7/26:, 8/02:, 8/09:, 8/16:, 8/23:, 8/30:, 9/06:

[SilverLife]

Dandimae, I'm doing well. Thank you very much! Oops, I didn't write about my plan, did I? I revised my plan according to my own thoughts and needs, rather than trusting the online calculators, and am doing very well.

I've added some movement treats to my days, little dance moments, and some new exercises from a newer Callanetics program. It looks as though I'll be able to post much better results than my original goal. I'm feeling much better and am enthusiastic about reaching my goal weight in the next few weeks.

Oddgurl, welcome! Am sending you good thoughts!

Hope you all have a lovely evening!

[oddgurl]

Did another 35 min today, up to 95min, woo hoo! LOL

[SilverLife]

Oddgurl, congratulations!

Callanetics were a delight to do this morning. The sunrise was pretty to watch while I was carrying buckets and watering, and picking up leaves and such.

Another cup of tea and am off for my walk!

Hope you all have a very lovely morning!

[mrsaugie]

Hello I'm here and at 220. As far as my exercise goals go I'm not sure what I am shooting for yet as far as time in the next month or so but I know I need to pick it up alittle more then I have been. It needs to be more regular not just here and there when I feel like it. Sorry I just needed to get that out in words.

[dandimae]

Oddgurl: congrats! You're doing awesome on your exercise!

MrsAugie, great to see you back! How's that baby girl doing? Mine just turned one and it feels like just yesterday that I was pregnant. My how time flies!

I have been doing great with the eating, but I'm going to be honest and say that I'm planning a day centered around food tomorrow. It's not going to be pretty, calorie wise. After midnight though, I won't be eating solid foods for 10 to 14 days, so I'll make up for it. I won't be online for a few days, or if I am, what I post might not make sense, so just ignore it if I'm typing crazy!

What's everyone planning on doing Sunday? I have a lot of cleaning to do b/c the MIL is coming to help with the kids and then we're going to have a nice dinner.

[SilverLife]

Mrs.Augie, wishing you all the best in furthering your movement and exercise program.

Dandimae, how nice to have a special day today. Will be sending you good thoughts for your liquid food plan.

Is part of the challenge that we post our progress with our goals for the challenge each Sunday?

Weight today is 138.5. I was more attentive to my exercise this week. Worked for more balance and asked more of myself. Was able to get it in well more than 90 minutes each day. Have a general-ish plan of 60 minutes warm-ups and cool-downs, Callanetics, and stretching, and at least 20 minutes walking, plus gardening and little movement breaks. It's a lot, but it's helping me. I gave myself treats of wee dance times for rewards and for being nourishing to myself. I find I need soft, flowing, and curling up movements as well the strength exercises and walking. Also did the routine on Angela Lansbury's "Positive Moves" video a few times. It's such a friendly program.

Hope you all liked how you took care of yourselves this last week. I wish you all a very nice Sunday morning!

[sprklemajik]

Hey everyone. It looks like you're all doing well. I've picked up another 2 hours this week. I'll WI in the morning and see how I'm doing there. Hoping for a loss.

I spent yesterday out walking and riding rides at six flags yesterday. It was awesome! My food has been almost entirely on plan. I was off Friday... but not by too much.

I've got a physical in the morning. It should go pretty well. I'm not expecting any suprises... maybe just a "your test scores are awfully good for a fat girl" kinda awkward moment. I get those pretty often anymore.

[oddgurl]

Missed yesterday's workout got help up at work, so did 50 min today. Up to a total of 145 min, sweet!! Has to be a record for me lol, kinda sad but I am working on changing my life style, one min and one day at a time.

Congrats to everyone, keep up the good work.

[motivatedbride]

I have been away from the forum for the past 4-5 months and in that time have gained back half of the 100lbs I lost last year, so I am definitely up and due for a challenge.

SW:275
GW:255

WI's: goal wt - actual weight
July 19: 275 - 275
July 26: 272
Aug 2: 269
Aug 9: 267
Aug 16: 264
Aug 23: 261
Aug 30: 258
Sept 6: 255

Activity:
I am going to get back to working out by alternating walking and stationary bike 30 mins 6 days a week.

Habit:
My goal is to listen to that inner voice and not give in to temptation.

[SilverLife]

Motivatedbride, welcome back! It's nice to have you with us.

Am learning more about how to live this new life and enjoy myself. I found some short yoga videos online yesterday that I actually liked and tried some of the easier ones. Was nice to have something new. I can tell I need more variety in my movement and exercise, as well as my food plan.

In case anyone else is interested, the yoga site is Yogatic. The young woman who teaches in a friendly way. She is Dutch and living in Ireland, which gives her some of that lovely Irish accent.

I'm going for 136 for next Sunday.

Sending you all good thoughts for today!

[dandimae]

Ok, everyone have a great couple of days! See ya on the flip side. I WI at 209.0 this morning!