'Morning, ladiez,
mj5, sorry you lost your post!! It's so irritating when that happens, isn't it? I think your dedication to working out is so impressive. And I hope work eases up on you soon!!
Trazey34, sure hope your hip pain resolves soon. Your "cheat" sounds like it is well thought out -- sounds like a pleasant date with your hubby!!
rakel, sounds like things are going really well for you since the move!! I'm cheering you on!!
GirlyGirlSebas, best of luck with your new fitness regimen... I need to join you. It's hard to fit in extra activity, but I'd say you're doing a great job -- keep it up!!
brandijune, happy to hear your weekend went well!! I admire your fortitude to say no to the sweets and the alcohol -- that takes strength and commitment, and you obviously have both. Go, girl!!
And CONGRATULATIONS on your whoosh!! That's so fantastic -- thrilled for you!! And have fun on date night!!
Slashnl, we're in the same boat at the moment... I feel like I'm watching my food intake and staying within my calories, but I haven't had a loss in weeks. It's frustrating and annoying, but I'm more afraid of abandoning the effort altogether. Let's commit to keeping on together, ok?
soulnik, your competition sounds great!! What a super concept to keep your motivation levels high. I also love your plan to exercise in ways you enjoy and not commit to a formal workout at a gym. I think that's a much more sustainable approach!
dgramie, so glad to hear the snow is disappearing!! Kudos to you for getting in all that walking. I'm sure the scales will reward you soon!!
eratosthanes, welcome, and love your menu!! Looks like you're off to a great start!!
I took a really great hike with a friend yesterday and intend to follow
soulnik's wonderful example of exercising in ways I enjoy, not trying to force it but being responsible to it.
I'm eating more off my plan than I should be and the scale is letting me know allllll about that... weight is fluctuating all over the place. I know food will be better when Handyman returns on Sunday so I'm not worrying about it overmuch. But gotta admit, the week is dddrrrrrraaaaggggiiinnnnggg and I'm struggling to not fill it with food goodies!! Really miss him... that's an odd feeling after all this time.
My food for today:
Breakfast: 1 hardboiled egg, 2 slices deli ham, 1 RF BabyBel cheese, 1 V-8 juice.
Lunch: Big salad with 3 oz. leftover top sirloin
Dinner: 4 oz. salmon, steamed green beans, roasted tomatoes and mushrooms, glass of wine
Snacks: Handful of nuts, 1 apple
Hope everyone has an outstanding day!! - Rae