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Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-26-2013, 07:36 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
I haven't checked in here for 2 weeks, but I am...

I haven't checked in here for 2 weeks, but I am still around. I continue to exercise daily, but struggle with the binge eating.

This is the first time I will ever finish a long-term challenge on...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-12-2013, 07:11 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
I am happy that I have stuck with this challenge...

I am happy that I have stuck with this challenge and cannot believe it's almost over. Having the accountability here has helped. I'm not sure what I'll do when it's over - probably join another...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-09-2013, 07:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,676
Posted By motivated chickie
My mom who is 70 and overweight her whole life...

My mom who is 70 and overweight her whole life except for times when the diets "worked." But she has never given up. She has type 2 diabetes and hypertension, which are managed by medication, but I...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-05-2013, 07:15 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Exactly 4 weeks until Labor Day. Home stretch!!! ...

Exactly 4 weeks until Labor Day. Home stretch!!!

In July, I fluctuated within a 4 pound range (144-148). I saw a new number today (143) and hope that gives me new resolve.

SW: 160.4
CW: 143.2...
Forum: Chicks in Control 07-24-2013, 08:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 746
Posted By motivated chickie
I have battled binge eating disorder, so I am in...

I have battled binge eating disorder, so I am in your shoes. I am much better, but still have frequent binges. I try to learn from my experience and take preventative steps. I have certain emotional...
Forum: Chicks in Control 07-24-2013, 08:15 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,096
Posted By motivated chickie
I have a rule that if I eat an entire package in...

I have a rule that if I eat an entire package in 1 sitting, it gets banned. Of course, I will bring foods back into the house only to have them banned again. If I don't feel satisfied with one...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 07-22-2013, 08:01 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
It seems we are halfway into the challenge. Time...

It seems we are halfway into the challenge. Time is flying.

I managed to lose the weight I gained the week before and a bit more. The net loss has been 1 pound. While I'm happy to see 144 on the...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 07-21-2013, 02:15 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Congratulations on your anniversary Lazylioness!...

Congratulations on your anniversary Lazylioness! Your inspirational message reminds me that this journey is more than numbers on a scale. It's about living a good life and doing things we enjoy with...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 07-17-2013, 08:51 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
I went off plan completely and, as expected, my...

I went off plan completely and, as expected, my weight jumped up by 3.5 pounds. I need to remember that there are consequences for out of control eating.

I am used to sabotaging myself so this...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 07-08-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Ate horribly on Tuesday, but on plan the rest of...

Ate horribly on Tuesday, but on plan the rest of the week. I exercised daily despite the 90+ degree weather and it paid off. I lost 2 pounds. :cool:
Forum: Weight Loss Support 07-01-2013, 07:31 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 13,782
Posted By motivated chickie
I'm doing the Memorial Day to Labor Day...

I'm doing the Memorial Day to Labor Day challenge, but will also join here for the month. I need motivation during July, the hottest month of the year in my area.

While I would love to lose 8...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 07-01-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
I made through a month of the challenge. The...

I made through a month of the challenge. The first three weeks were easiest as I lost a lot of water. This past week was incredibly tough especially when I saw my weight go up by 6 pounds to 155...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 06-24-2013, 06:20 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Struggled this week with self-sabotage and had 4...

Struggled this week with self-sabotage and had 4 social events with food/alcohol! But I increased my exercise and did my best not to eat/drink at the events. I thought I blew it after a night of...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 06-18-2013, 10:54 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Pleased with my progress so far. I had a business...

Pleased with my progress so far. I had a business trip that didn't cause a problem and, for once, I didn't order room service. And I remain on my daily exercise streak.

Down 3.4 pounds this week...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 06-13-2013, 05:57 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
According to the scale, I'm down 3 pounds this...

According to the scale, I'm down 3 pounds this week (probably more water than fat). But I won't believe it until weigh day comes on Monday. This is the kind of motivation I need as I'm going on a...
Forum: Exercise! 06-10-2013, 08:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,961
Posted By motivated chickie
For me, the main issue is boredom with a...

For me, the main issue is boredom with a repetitive motion. But there's a lot you can do with running-in-place movements.

Running stairs (if you have them).
Jumping rope or just jumping.
Dancing...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 06-10-2013, 06:51 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Did very well this week. I continued my daily...

Did very well this week. I continued my daily exercise streak and did a long walk in the rain.

I was fiercely protective of my eating plan. I went out with friends four times (social week), which...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 06-03-2013, 07:29 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Finished the first week of the challenge. On the...

Finished the first week of the challenge. On the positive side, I exercised all 7 days by mostly walking, some running, and 1 day of biking. And I have lost 2 pounds.

But I had problems with...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 05-30-2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
That's great you made a spreadsheet. I...

That's great you made a spreadsheet.

I wasn't able to access the spreadsheet without requested permission from the owner. So I sent a request. But wonder if the permissions can be changed to...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 05-27-2013, 11:26 AM
Replies: 299
Views: 13,871
Posted By motivated chickie
Count me in. Have backslid the last couple of...

Count me in. Have backslid the last couple of years. Need a kickstart for the summer. I'm shooting for 21 total pounds or an average of 1.5 pound/per week weight loss. It's doable, but tough.
...
Forum: Chicks up for a Challenge 04-05-2013, 07:49 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 4,382
Posted By motivated chickie
I'm back on the 3FC challenge after a long...

I'm back on the 3FC challenge after a long absence. I joined a weight loss/fitness challenge in my city and I'd like to have 3FC as my online support.

Challenge started today (April 5), so I'm...
Forum: Chicks up for a Challenge 10-01-2011, 12:42 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 5,002
Posted By motivated chickie
October is a big month for me in my work and...

October is a big month for me in my work and personal life (moving in with my boyfriend) and I wanted to honor it by giving myself a challenge.

My challenge is to engage in behaviors to promote my...
Forum: Weight Loss Support 08-27-2011, 08:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 714
Posted By motivated chickie
Hah, you found me. I've been lurking for a few...

Hah, you found me. I've been lurking for a few weeks. I hit goal last summer and then gained 20 pounds back.

But I'm back on plan. My goal is to get fit again. I started running this week, but I'm...
Forum: General chatter 02-03-2011, 10:40 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,565
Posted By motivated chickie
Okay, I'll tell him. I honestly don't think he's...

Okay, I'll tell him. I honestly don't think he's going to care based on how he has treated me so far. It's me who is struggling with my new designation as 40-something. I can't fathom how the years...
Forum: General chatter 02-03-2011, 09:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,565
Posted By motivated chickie
Dating someone much younger- should I disclose my age?

I met someone in a meetup group and we hit it off. We talked a lot and I asked him his age and he said 24. When he asked my age (I'm 41) I indicated that I much older and "well, over 30." That night...
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