Good Afternoon Red Team!! Congrats to us all on an amazing win this week!! So I've got the tally at 2 wins for blue team, 1 win for red team and 1 tie. Not too shabby so far!! But, blue team is gunning for us, so is black so lets really kick it up a notch this week and pull out some more amazing numbers! I love how consistant we've been with our losses...thats a TRUE sign if success...so GO RED!!
Okay, so I rode my bike to class today. I almost didnt because it was so foggy this morning but I just did it anyway and man was I glad! Such a beautiful fall afternoon. Then I went and ran a TON of stairs at my daughters school. Its 3 stories and whenever I'm doing my PTA stuff there it never fails...up and down and up and down. Good heart work!
Dont forget TBL is on tonight! I'm ready for my Bob dosage! LOL!
Alright, enough procrastinating for me I need to hit the homework! Have a wonderful evening Red team!! Stay the course!! We are doing GREAT!!
I did good calorie wise today on 1479 but I had to spend 5 Bonus (Flex) Points of the 35 extra today. The good news is I resisted JUNK when the DF was so inconsiderate as to eat potato chips and Sweet cereal right in front of me. grrrrrrr He does this right after I go on and on about how I am going be skinny and my plans and whatnot...Maybe I shd keep my excitement and plans to myself and just share with you all, LOL!
Anywho, I DVR'ed TBL, so I'll catch it in the morning. Hugs all...
My little non-scale victory for the week is i finally added a set of risers to my step tonight. I got through 30mins of Cathe Basic Step and even did a Turbo Jam afterwards. That's on top of having less then 100 to lose as of this week so it's been a good couple of weeks.
Diva - Maybe suggest to him that he can eat at home whatever he likes that you don't and and eat the junk you have issues with at work? Kinda sucks he's not being that supportive it's hard enough as is. I feel bad for my husband there are never any treats around anymore so I brought him a little bag on M&Ms home from the supermarket today.
Hun - Horray for a good ride! What are your plans for when it gets cold?
Like - Who you calling a big loser? Hope you have a nice meal on Friday!
Mer - What will we do when our computers are down? My huband wouldn't know what to do with himself.
CMB - hows the HRM going? 150 for that long is awesome! I have one too but Im too lazy to wear it most of the time that chest strap gets on my nerves. BTW be careful jogging downhill its actually worse for the knees I hear then doing it on flat ground.
Okay I think TOM is finally outta here. So I think the bloat will be totally gone in the next day or so.
I couldn't remember if my meeting this Friday was going to be in Charlottesville or Richmond. Generally if my meeting is in Charlottesville we eat at Applebees. Its in Richmond. Last time in Richmond, we ate thai food. So I will tentatively plan for thai food.
I really want to post a big loss for the team for week 5. I would be happy to achieve a double digit overall loss but I would love to post a 5 or 6 lb weekly loss. If I don't that would be okay but if I do that would be even better. I think the most I ever lost in a week was 7lbs. Once I begin the C25K in November that will help with my weekly weight loss.
I usually only ever have a "Big" Loss within the first week or two of changing my way of eatting. I think the most I've lost in 7 days while doing this was 5 pounds and that was 1/2 TOM water weight. It's nice to have big numbers but you shouldn't feel bad if it doesn't happen. The most I ever lost in one week was 10lbs the first week after starting weight watchers one time.
Not sure how much I'll lose this week my scale wants to creep up and taunt me a bit already so hopefully it will work itself out since I still have awhile to go for the week... but I'm not expecting a big #
Muse- strangely enough, my legs or knees didn't bug me as much as they usually do when I try to push myself to walk fast, etc. They usually end up feeling like jelly-legs and my bad side likes to spaz on me, even if I take a warm shower. This time they didn't! I remembered you, I think it was, talking about jogging downhill on another thread while I was trying that. Honestly, I was "jogging" so slow down that hill that a real jogger wouldn't consider it jogging, but I did it. Hee.
I love the HRM so far. I actually forgot I had it on the first time I wore it and had it on all day. I wear it right under my bra so am not usually aware of it. I can't believe that I kept my rate up that high that long. I didn't feel too tired but don't think I could walk 9 miles like that. :P
Way to go on the steps. Doesn't it feel goof every time we advance some way in our exercise or health?
Diva - I just don't understand the Dh's and DBFs that aren't supportive! Share with us all you like because you know that we are all on the same journey and I at least love hearing everyone's stories.
Hun - WTG on the ride. Maybe next summer I can start riding again like I used to when younger.
Like - Great job on planning ahead. How do you keep yourself in line?! What's your secret?
Ok, going to get ready to head out for my walk. Have a good day all!
Man, if I could just get back down into the 190's, I'll be happy. I am so over being 200+. Day 3 on the WW's. I did really good the past couple of days and I feel proud. I had a very stressful day yesterday, teamed with DF eating junk in front of me, and I managed to behave. I am SOOOO PROUD of myself.
Muse, we've had thie discussion about him eating what I can't in front of me, and while he intially agreed not to, one day he just stopped, and when I said something, we got into a HUGE arguement, that left me hurt and pissed off for months. We rarely argue but when we do, they are dossies. He is already resentful that I make him go outside to smoke, so he think's that since HE is the one who works and pays the bills, that if he wants to eat an effing bowl of cereal in front of the TV, he will! His words... Every since then I haven't said anything to him about it. I've given in, joined him, and climbed my way to over 200 LBS. THIS is what makes me normally sweet and gentle man a total ***. As you can all see, THIS is my BIGGEST hurdle right now. I don't know how to make him, a skinny person his entire life, understand what I go through and how hard this is. It IS building up in me though, and even though I come here and vent, the monster is building in me and I may just totally explode on his ***. He wants me fat so I won't leave him. I wouldn't leave him when I get skinny, IF he was supporting me instead of making it hard, but honestly, right now, I am thinking, When I get thin, if he has made it complete **** for me to do this, my mindset might totally be different and there's a damn good chance that when all is said and done, my explosion might come at the end of my journey while I am packing my bags instead of getting a wedding dress.
Anywho, watching last night's TBL. I am LMAO @ the floats things and them falling off. That is SOOO me in the summer at the lake. I fight with my float ALL the time.
cmb - well I'm totally impressed with the jogging. I still have been a wuss to attempt it myself except doing it in some of the DVDs that have little Jogging sections in them.
Diva - Well thats why I wondered if he can't NOT just eat that stuff if he could switch to other "Bad" things but just ones you didn't like? Cereals you don't like etc? Who does the food shopping?
You know also, it might not be that he's being thoughtless maybe he has the same kind of food issues but doesn't want to talk about it? You're strong for being able to do this with junk in the house though... I have to banish certain things from the house because just can't behave.
Okay I'm still awake from yesterday. Ugh so going to take a long nap. ZZzzz...
We usually do the shopping together, and being poor some weeks, I can't always get the "healthy" stuff I need. The junk still gets bought and put away in cabinets that i don't go in. Out of site, almost out of mind, lol!
We live in very small quarters. The living room is where everything is, Tv, computer's and what not. We do have a TV in the bedroom. So in the evening's and weekends when he does this is usally during our "time" together. I think it's unfair that I have to drop everything and leave the room just because he wants a bowl of cereal @ night before he goes to bed. IMO it just draws attention to the fact that I am feeling deprived, yanno?
Even though he is tall and skinny and has NEVER struggled with his weight a day in his life, he def usues food as an emotional crutch, just like I do. When life is stressful around here, he wants all his comfort foods stocked up. Chillie cheese fries and dogs, Choc cereal, chips, and so on... Obviously I am going to have to break down and have this convo with him, but when is the question. I just know it's gonna turn into another arguement, and I will be working full time againm real soon... I can honestly say that if he pisses me off about this, I will be packing my bags. Once I am not finacially dependant upon him, I'll put up with a **** of a lot less. I am a Diva yanno.
Good Morning Red team!! Up and at it early this morning as my dd has an orthodontist appt bright and early before school. Then I'm volunteering at her school doing some laminating and copying...great fun!
So I probably wont see you till this afternoon to catch up with everyone and see how FANTASTIC I just know you are doing!
Girls...I'm thinking about getting a job...an internship really. Am I crazy?
I'm thinking and praying about a particular job now for a while. I haven't worked in 5 or 6 yrs so I am scared, but I also would like a second income in this house. it's at the same place as DF but in a diff dept, so we'd only see eachother @ lunch. Right now some druggie chic has it, but she didn't show up for work yesterday, didn't call in or anything, and they usually fire after that, so hopefully the job I want is open for me!!!!! Crossing fingers...
Anywho, gotta run to the store for Milk and rabbit food.
likenoother, I think you'll do great while away. You're ahead of the game by preparing yourself and thinking of what could possibly lay before you, you'll do awesome!
muse, WTG on upgrading on your workout. Also, wow you have less than a 100 now, you are shrinking!!!
diva, much luck to you trying to tame the wild BF. Men can be absolutely stubborn for sure, I know mine is! I have really tried to learn to ignore all his junk food, much of the things I love. I know it's hard, but you CAN do this. Gotta think, what do you want more, the snack or the weight loss?? Maybe once he sees that "his junk" has no affect on you, it will lose its appeal to even him and he'll quit buying it so much? that's a tricky one, but I know you can get thru it. You've done super on 3 days of WW, KUTGW!!
cmbmom, great work with that HRM, good for you!! You have much to be proud of this week with all you are doing working out.
Mel, good luck at the ortho, I already paid my dues there this past week already with DS. lol Tomorrow's my day doing copying at DD's school, do you do middle school or elementary? I hope you've been doing great with your plan!
Well, got a sick one home from school good times! LOL...means i get to play hookie too LOL! Too bad I didnt have so much homework.
Muse...I hope you are getting some sleep! Crazy girl! My plan for when it gets too cold to ride is my elliptical. I never use that thing!
Danielle...today I was doing middle school, but as you know I do both. Gotta go do the elementary school this afternoon...fundraiser...you know that story I'm sure!
Diva...I'll keep my fingers crossed for that job! I still cant make up my mind if I wanna apply for this one. I suppose it doesnt hurt to just submit my resume and see what happens.
Alright...I'm hungry! Time to figure out lunch! Have a wonderful afternoon Red team!
likenoother, I think you'll do great while away too! Like Sugar said, you're already ahead of the game by thinking about it and making a plan. Just remember portions and stay away from Breads, sauces and gravies and you'll be fine.
Muse, WTG on upgrading on your workout. And WTG on having less than 100 to lose!!! WoooHoooo!!!! I am in awe of you.
cmbmom, coolbeans with that HRM, good for you!! You girls are totally rocking! I wish I had kept my temper in check and was still "for real" on this team! Hopefully mel will snag me up next time around.
Mel, Crossing my fingers for you too on the job front. Sorry you have a sick child, but hey, maybe you can throw in an extra @ home workout? hehe
In addition to needing and wanting the extra cash flow, this job will be physical. So I am hoping that with eating right, doing WW, and having a less sedentary lifestyle, these LBS will melt off my person.
Sugar, thank you for your kind words. I am thinking you are right. I am totally giving him too much power. I am going to act like it's NO big deal and just keep ignoring it, like I did last night, and when he sees that I simply don't care anymore, maybe he'll stop. It's become VERY apparent that I am going to have to do this with NO help or support from him. it's ironic that the bestest man in my life, the one I want to marry and spoend the rest of my life with, isn't lifting a finger to help me through one of the hardest things I've ever had to do. Kind of an eye opener for me...
Anyways, I have cabbage to chop, I am making the 0 Point veggie soup.
Cmbmom05--Its a control thing. Sometimes there is so much going on in my life that I feel a little out of control. Food is definitely something I can control. I plan my menus a week in advance and plan in treats here and there.
Idealmuse--I swear to goodness now that Melissa mentioned I am so close to double digits I can taste it...I am determined!
Diva & SugarNSpice--Ladies thanks for the confidence in me. I know I can do well too.
Diva--This is about you. You come first!
The sportsbra is here. The sisters will definitely not move. I think I may buy a different one--Maia for my next one before the month is up.
Wtg Red Team!!!!
Congratz on the win this week Red team!!!!
Hope you have a nice meal on Friday!
Honestly, I was "jogging" so slow down that hill that a real jogger wouldn't consider it jogging, but I did it. Hee. 
Men can be absolutely stubborn for sure, I know mine is! I have really tried to learn to ignore all his junk food, much of the things I love. I know it's hard, but you CAN do this. Gotta think, what do you want more, the snack or the weight loss?? Maybe once he sees that "his junk" has no affect on you, it will lose its appeal to even him and he'll quit buying it so much? that's a tricky one, but I know you can get thru it. You've done super on 3 days of WW, KUTGW!! 