Red Rockets Team Chat - Week 2 of BL Summer Challenge
 

Welcome to June ladies and to week 2 of the BL Summer Challenge.

Is everybody ready to get down to the business of exercise?

Don't forget weigh ins must be posted before 11:59pm tonight.

Hey all, how goes it? I just ate my organic oatmeal and drank my skim milk. Workout is upcoming in about 45 minutes. I learned something on Friday, workout out post-work is not good for me. Someone at work wanted to swap, so I went in at 9am. That said, I tried to do my workout after work and boy was I tired! Guess a full day's worth of work will do that to ya. :)

Happy weigh-in day! I'm down 3.2 pounds for week 1 in spite of the prednisone....YAY!! And ready to start exercising....going to try to get to an aqua aerobics class tonight :)

Well TOM weight gain just hit me like a ton of bricks. I usually only gain 1-1.5lbs, but this time I'm up 4.6lbs! I hate to use up a freebie this early in the game, but I just couldn't dump that on the team.

Good morning chickies! Had a busy weekend so now gonna go and finish reading last weeks thread. Have a great day!

Good morning everyone!
A big thank you to you all as you saved me from myself last night! I had a staff meeting from 7-10pm and as I was heading home I really wanted to stop from some onion rings from A&W. It was a battle of wills and I finally told myself that tomorrow is weigh-in & I can't let my team down.
So a HUGE thank you to Team Red!
Have a great day all

Good morning! This is my first post as a member. I already posted my weigh-in. Due to a lot of stress in my life, I lost 3 lbs.--no exercise, no planned eating. I'm a tad worried that now that I've done the not eating thing, I'm going to start the eating too much thing. Guess I just need to make a conscious effort to find some moderation as I navigate through this week.

Good Morning Red Rockets.

I was down 3 pounds this week so I am so very happy. I seem to loose one week then the next week just loose 1 but I know in the end it all evens out. I did an ok job exercising last week but this week I am going to step it up just wish I had a little more time. I told my husband last night that he is going to have to help me with the kids more at night so I can exercise. Saturday I took them with me for a walk and it was funny because they all said Mom slow down at least twice and I did not think I was walking that fast. So tonight I am sure no one will join me. I have never worked out at a gym I use DVDs and hand weights now, I have some resistance bands and am thinking of getting a ball. My mom gave me a Shape magazine and it had some great exercises to do with a ball. so who knows. I have a Birthday goal of 208 that is 4 pounds in the next 13 days. So that is keeping me very motivated for now as well as this challenge because I do not want to let anyone down.

Hope everyone has a great on plan week!!!

Hey All - I am a newbie to the BL challenages but have read some of the posts in the past and found them helpful. Hopefully the acountability will be helpful for me as well!

-Mae

Hi Rockets....I posted a 3 pound loss for the week........yay!! I am not much for posting on here in chat, but my additional goal for this week is to work on posting on this thread once a day......we'll see how that goes =)

Hi team, hope you are all well. Sorry, I have been missing in action lately - had some leave from work and took the opportunity to enjoy some unusually hot weather here in bonnie Scotland.

Cindy -thanks for thinking about me. I've been struggling lately with the weight loss efforts but will find my way back to it. Some time to chill out and reflect has helped. The walking challenge at work is going really well - we are well over half way to our target number of miles with 7 weeks remaining. If we continue the way we have been we will well blast our goal out the water.

Shari - thanks for the QOTD nomination! ;)

Ladies, here is your latest Question of the Day:
What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?

My own answer: The biggest benefit has been to my self-belief and inner confidence in myself. I care so much more about myself than I did before and take time to really look after my appearance. I am much fitter than I was and have tons more energy. I can now shop for clothes in a wider range of stores, do not fear being unable to fasten my seatbelt on aeroplanes and do not feel as self-conscious going swimming etc. But, I still have a way to go and hopefully even more benefits will follow! :)

For next QOTD, I nominate Montecristo!

What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far?

My weight loss have given be confidence. I also feel much more in control of other areas of my life as well. I also have so much more energy than I did before, I sleep better at night and I don't get heartburn at all any more. I am very happy with the changes so far!

What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?


I noticed I have a lot more energy, and a lot more flexible, and I can actually do more workouts longer. And am also hoping to go down a size!

Down 1 pound. Woo woo!

What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?
Self confidence is a major benefit!!!

I hope it will bring flexibility & endurance as well.

QOTD: what benefits has your weight loss brought you so far?

Increased confidence and increased energy both mentally & physically. This has resulted in the attitude of "yes I will" rather than "I think I can".

QOTD:
What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?

i am starting my weight loss journey again after having regained over 80 pounds of weight i had lost on the weight watchers program about 2 years ago. it has been a struggle to get back into my daily ww routine after being sick/on many meds but i have joined this group in hopes of kicking it into high gear and doing my 100% to get us ladies a win.

ultimately i just want to get healthy again. having a better self confidence, and to be able to fit into amazing outfits instead of my typical jeans/skirt/tshirt/hoodie/cardigan get ups i have been using is also a plus!

QOTD: Why do we have 2 chat threads going? LOL

Suzanne - Water aerobics sounds awesome, good luck and have fun!

Mae - Hi and welcome.




What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?

Honestly, I can now tie my shoes without losing my breath.
Also, at my heaviest I was having very bad pains in my inner thighs that made sex painful. Those pains have went away.
It's nice to button my pants and not have the imprint of the waistline on my tummy.

That's all but looking forward for many more benefits.

Woo hoo! I actually got out of work early enough today to go to aqua aerobics! I love that class :)

QOTD: What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?

I've been at my desired weight, and I've been heavier like I am now and there is a HUGE difference in how I'm treated at each end of the spectrum. A lot of people seem to assume I am less intelligent, less capable, lack self control and/or motivation in all areas, and then of course there's the whole "attractiveness" issue and feeling good about how I look, besides which there are MUCH better looking clothes in smaller sizes. Who is the sadist who thinks heavier women should wear these huge honkin' prints? And I know I feel better about myself and have a lot more energy. Just since I started doing the LAWL plan again on May 18th I've noticed that I'm less winded going up and down stairs. You wouldn't think 8+ pounds would make that big of a difference, but apparently it does!

Hello...finally...to all the new red team members and to all the returning members!! I can't believe how crazy it has been here...and my weight loss is suffering. I have been doing so poorly because of many issues, but mostly I think I have just let stress and time management derail me again. I need to sugar detox again...does this ever end?

I have 1 week until I fly to CA to drive my family back to PA for our visit. I have my house completely tore apart to 'toddler-proof' it, work is crazy busy, I just found out last week I will have to have surgery on the 26th and I finally adopted 2 kitties who I brought home today!! Can't imagine why I haven't exercised in 2 weeks...though I know that is no excuse!! I really need to prioritize myself but now I have gotten behind and can't seem to catch up. Okay...enough complaining.

On a happy note..I found 2 wonderful kitties at a local shelter. The funniest part is when I met them last week I thought one was a girl and one a boy(they were calling 'him' Sharkey). So, I decided to name 'him' Boris and pick them up today and for 2 hours I called 'him' Boris. Then I start reading the health records and I see 4 year old male Boris is actually 1 year old female 'Borisette'!!! So, I have 2 females, which is fine and they seem to love their new home. No name yet as I spent the whole weekend coming up with a boys name....

QOTD The benefits of the weight loss have been so amazing. I feel like a totally different person. I can move and do things without pain. No shortness of breath, no couch potato syndrome. I just love the way I feel and enjoy participating in life again!!! I have also learned to actually like some food that is good for me.

QOTD - I feel good na na na na na na na!!!

One of the biggest benefits for me it getting back to the great outdoors. I love to hike and with all that extra weight it wasn't possible. I feel good mentally and physically I am getting strong.

Yesterday when I went to get on the treadmill the belt wouldn't start, it just kept resetting. Mack was able to fix it when he got home so I'm back on it this AM. I did walk/jog for my hour but didn't do anything else when I got back.

I've got numbers ready to post and will do so after Dee does the Blue team stats. I am unable to make a "sticky" and I want to make sure it stays at the top.

lol.... just the way I have seen it done in the past; new week new chat thread. Mostly I just make stuff up as I go along.... lol

QOTD - I feel so much better! I mean, there is nothing wrong with feeling like you are 40 if you are, but feeling 40 at 23 is just too much. My back pain almost completely disappeared, I can run without passing out after 3 seconds, and if I'm feeling a bit vulnerable, I can even hug my knees!

Also it is great to be able to just buy clothes. I'm sure you can identify with how miserable it can be to spend hours and hours trying on clothes and not being able to find a single thing that both fits and makes you happy. I totally do not want to have to deal with that ever again.

Good Morning Tanya, glad you dropped by with the update. Congratulations on the adoption.

I have to tell you I still think you are CRAZY doing the road trip with your sister and the kids. I would love a webcam look into that little joy ride.... lol

What benefits has your weight loss brought you so far? Or if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey, what benefits do you hope weight loss will bring?

I have had an increase in energy which has not only benifited me but my family as well. I have been able to increase levels of my exercise, actually do some real push ups, keep up with the jumping jacks all things that I could not even think about doing 11 weeks ago when I began my weightloss journey. I am eating healthier, have not gotten sick once and generally feel better all the time. Last night for the first time in my thighs i felt some muscle, now dont get me wrong i still have large thighs but hey it has been years since I have had any definition in any part of my body. I hope to continue to build muscle, lose weight and eat healthy.

Hello everyone! Heading out for my walk/run momentarily. Been having some upper leg pain as well as lower back pain. I think the back pain is due to TOM coming soon, but the legs I'm not sure what its from. Pushing through it all anyway. Going to be doing a Jillian and/or a Biggest Loser workout after my walk/run as well. I try to workout double on Tuesdays since I don't work till 5pm.

Congratulations Red Rockets..... we took the Blue Bombshells!!!

Collegemom was our biggest loser with Hungry4AChange and Daimere runner ups. GREAT job ladies!!!

Keep up the GREAT effort and keep posting.

Congrats collegemom, and the runner ups! Way to go! :)

Congrats to the biggest losers of the week!

Congratulations Red Rockets!!! Way to go Collegemom!!!

Weee at being a runner up!

QOTD: what benefits has your weight loss brought you so far?
Increased self esteem, control over my binging/emotional eating.

I'm planning to exercise tonight. ^_^

I can't believe I forgot to post my weight yesterday. UGH, Such a dork

Cruise- Is it possible for you to post a link to the new thread when you start one? Just for dummies like me who don't know a new one has started. Thanks for taking this over for the Red Rockets.

Mommy- Guess what? My birthday is June 14th, right after yours. Happy birthday, a little early. Don't forget to put out your flag on mine (flag day).

Ranger- Your progress just amazes me. You have done awesome.

Congrats to the Biggest Losers. Good Job!!!

QOTD: what benefits has your weight loss brought you so far?
Well....... I love clothes now. I will never wear stretch knit, elastic waistband pants, ever again in my life. I am stronger than I ever gave myself credit for. I am flirty again, yes FLIRTY!! And it's fun. I Like what I see in the mirror, until I take my clothes off. There are so many benefits I can't name them all.

Now, if i could just make some progress on this last 45 pounds. That would make me a truly happy person.

Hi All,
Congrats to Collegemom for being Biggest Loser, also to our runnerups hungery4achange and Daimere.

QOTD: what benefits has your weight loss brought you so far?
I have a measurable benefit, about 4 months ago my dr told me that if my fasting blood surgar was over 120 the next time he tested me then he would diagnose me with diabetes, since I started working on my weight and diet my FBS has dropped to where it is around 105 when I check it every morning. I'm afraid that with my family history diabetes is probibly in my future, I just want it in the far future instead of the near future.

Today I bought some pepper plants for a mildly hot pepper and some more eggplant plants. I'm running out of room for them in my garden, I need to stay away from garden stores. But I do have some flower beds that are in need of plants, and I do want toplant some herbs, hmmmmm, so much for the salvias. I was rainy today so I didn't get much done outside, but the weeds are coming back so tomorrow I garden.
We were just watching 2 deer in the setaside field west of the house, they were pretty close to the buildings.

Congrats to the losers!

I'm trying to get more motivated with my exercise. I am trying to wake up earlier to do it but it is so hard! The baby just got 3 teeth out of nowhere yesterday and has been terribly fussy for the past week...I don't blame him! I can't believe he got his two top ones and only one bottom. My older son got his bottom first and then his top by the time he was 7 months. The baby is a bit over 8 months now. He is proving to be very different than his big brother! ;)

Just finished up with the treadmill. That's exercise two days in a row. Shamefully, I haven't done that in ever so long, but here's to a new trend for me.

Congrats to our Red Rockets : Collegemom for being Biggest Loser, and also to our runnerups hungery4achange and Daimere.

QOTD:
I'm hoping to finally be able to keep up with my very active family.

AWESOME :carrot:


ME- I have been riding my new bike, 3 days in a row now... It's nice to get moving but doesn't have to be a crazy workout either. =)

Great job ladies and keep up the work!!!!

Bette K - no veggies yet, but I was thinking of starting one. This is my first summer with my own yard. For now I am doing flowers and maintiance.

QOTD:
The best benifit so far is the improvement in my energy level! I can run up and down the stairs and I'm fine.

Today I actually got a two mile walk in before work. I never get up early - but no changes on the scale yet - I'll keep trying!