Akacutie- My son's name is Cameron. I'll admit its hard to find time to work out with him and a full time job. I usually go to the gym at my apartments. Last week we got a wii fit and I've been doing that. It doesn't feel like workout,but I can definitely tell I'm working out the day after. I've been sore for the last week!! Hopefully that will help some since I don't have to leave the house and my son cheers me on while I'm doing it!!

Hello Mangos-

My name Ella and I currently live in New Mexico but I will be moving soon :D. I am currently a math instructor. I have 3 dogs who are my babies. I am working on my PhD, work full time and coach so I am really busy. I am also moving either to Denver or Portland at the end of this month (depending on wether I get the job I really want in Denver)


I am currently sick and have been sick for most of February so my weight loss stalled this month :mad: but I am not going give myself any more excuses. I would love to be at goal by the end of this challenge but a more realistic goal would be to lose 10 pounds.

I am going to work really hard to lose as much as I can to help make the mangos the biggest losers!!

How did day 2 go for everyone?

I was very good food wise, yay! That's the hardest part for me. It was a super busy day so I didn't feel like shoving gym time in it too so I took the day off exercise. I don't even remember the last time I took a day off so I think it was a needed rest day. I'll definitely get a great workout in tomorrow though!

Hey Mangos

I figure I should stop stalling and introduce myself. My name is Alana. I live Va and have all my life (23 years). I graduated last May with a degree in Spanish and am currently a marketing intern. While on my quest for permanent employment, I have free time to go to the gym. That is actually great since I love going. Well that is what I tell myself in order to get out the door. But once I am there, everything is fine. I think my biggest challenge is portion control and snacking more than anything else. So that is what I will be working on during this challenge.

I don't think I have ever had a mango. Interesting.

Good Morning Mangos!
 

Sorry I didn't get a chance to post at all yesterday.... Busy, Busy Day!

duinmiownthing- I am glad you found the page! :D I am glad your such a positive person, (me to btw) I think it helps! How long have you had llamas? How did you get into keeping them? Interesting....

Calirep- Good luck getting those pre-reqs in quick! I know it has taken me 3 semesters cause I was doing it parttime will working fulltime.... I am now at school fulltime and working parttime... it is sooooo much better! Why is that you like to eat healthy? :)

Krock- I have been interested in the Wii fit. My boyfriend has a Wii that I never use here in the apartment but it seemed like something to check out. I was also afraid it wouldn't be much of a work out.... Anymore thoughts on it ?? Yah or Nay?

ella13- I hope you feel better soon!:hug: I know trying to lose weight when your sick is no fun at all! When do you hear what job you got? I will keep my fingers crossed for Denver for ya!;)

Bikini- Yesterday was great for me plan wise. I ate the exact number of my points for the day and didn't dip in the the extras. I did an hour of cardio on the bike rode 21 miles and burned 330 calories...not as good as the elliptical but good still. I was sweating when I was done. (I love the bike... :) )

Starmac- Welcome. Are you following a plan or calorie counting? I was just curious what tools you are using to help portion control and snacks. :) I bought two mangos on Sunday in honor of our team. I haven't eaten them yet, but I will let you know how they taste! :dizzy:

Well Team- I have to get my snacks together for work, but once I get them I can post some more!

Talk to ya soon!

howdy...
 

I am at work now... :)

So what does everyone have going on today? Are you busy or no? What do you plan to do today to help you be successful with this challenge?

Me you ask? I have to work until 1 and I don't have to go to class until 5:00. I might do a load of laundry after work but depends on if I feel like going to the laundrymat or not. I am not busy today which is nice! Today so far I walked to work. I brought a healthy breakfast and snacks with me. I have a turkey sandwhich, strawberries, a light cheese stick and some roasted green peas for later.

Have a nice day ladies!!:sunny:

Tracy- the exercises are kinda short so you need to do more reps but it is pretty good. I have to do cardio at the gym though. Those exercises don't really push me.
Well I had a good day yesterday. I even went to the in laws and stayed OP. My father in law is horrible about trying to stuff me with unhealthy food.. Hope everyone has a good day today!!

Today will be a busy day. I work 9:45 - 7PM. I'll be coming home to make dinner, then around 10 I'll head to the gym for an hour.

It's going to be day 23 OP/binge-free and I weighed myself this morning now that TOM has been gone for a few days and I'm at 214.1lbs!

I hope you ladies do well today! Good luck.

Hey mangos

I am quite sick (just the flu) so I might be MIA for awhile. I hate being sick!! Hopefully it goes away soon so I can get back to the gym. Hope everyone is having a good day!

aka - i am starting to count calories and cut my portions in half. I usually start the day really well and then when it comes to dinner, something happens. I just need to keep reminding myself at dinner time to not overeat.

Jleeson- hope you start feeling better!!!
How is everyone else doing?
Well me, I have had a slight gain due to TOM coming around,but I'm working hard to stay OP. Don't worry Mangos!! I will not disappoint!!!

I have TOM!!!!!! Starting to lighten up though! So we should be on target for Sunday's weigh in! Still shooting for 159!! Wish me luck!!!!!!!!!!!

What's shakin' Mangos?
 

Good Afternoon Mangos!

:flow2:I hope you are all having a pleasant afternoon!:flow2:

Krock- Great job staying OP at the in-laws! I know food pushers can be such a chore to deal with... ;)

Worm- Congrats on 23 day binge free- That is HUGE! :) Did you make it to the gym? :strong: I hate going to the gym at night(late). I do it sometimes but I don't think I could go at 10PM. You are a solider! :drill:

Jleeson- I hope you feel better soon! :hug: Take care of yourself so you'll have a speedy recovery!

Starmac13- How did dinner go last night? Were you able to stay on plan? It is funny because we are completely oppisite. I ten to over eat during the day and then not too hungry at night.

Meldogml84- Good Luck! :goodscale

Well, I just got home from work. I am tired, but today is a gym day... I will rest a bit and then drag myself to the gym. Here is a pic of me after the gym on Monday... See how happy I am after I finish... I need to keep thinking this so I can get excited about today's workout. :P
http://i348.photobucket.com/albums/q...utie/003-1.jpg

Hi Mangos,

I just made some yummy green beans with cinnamin on them ( i know it sounds a little weird but remember cin is not a sweet spice, people normally think it is because they put it with sugar).

aka- i like to eat healthy b/c i have so much more energy when i do (thanks for helping me remember)

i missed my 30DS yesterday so I am going make up for it today.

Keep Going Strong Mangos :D

akacutie I didn't. :( My knees and elbows were killing me so bad. I really hate this weather. It will be 50 degrees then into the low 20s. I have really bad knees and elbows, and this messed up weather causes me to ache so badly.

I'll be going today though. NO EXCUSES.