Hi!

I hope you all had a great weekend. I didn't lose any weight this week. So, on to next week!

Cat

Alright ladies.....as you all know, I was the lucky one of the week and need to think up a challenge for you all.....last weeks fruits and veggies challenge is going to be a tough one to beat!!

I was thinking about stuff that I need to improve on....thinking that we probably all have similar deficits when it comes to weight loss. Here is the "skinny" on my challenge:

Simple : Walk as much as possible!!
Ex: Take the stairs instead of the elevator, park as far away from the store as you can and resist the closest parking spot these are just a couple of examples but I am sure you get my drift.

I bought a pedometer last week and am averaging like 15,000 steps per day, my personal goal is to beat that.

Good luck with this ladies, I know its very simple but for those of us that dont choose these simple steps in the right direction, I am guessing we should see some good results because of it.

I'll be back later....ciao chicas

Yaaahooo, Kristy!!!! That's great news both about your loss and your anniversary too!

Morgan, I just bought a pedometer and think this is a great idea. 15,000 steps sounds great. I have to see how much I am walking but I doubt that much. Do you include an actual workout walk or this is just what you get in around the house, working and running errands?

Cat

Hey Ladies... Finally back home... But, I have bad news... I flippin' gained 2 pounds this week... I KNOW it had to be from the weekend... we had wings, Red Robin, spaghetti, CAKE, URGH... I am sooooooo mad because I worked my butt off last week...

Anyway... I have to get everythign updated and I'll do it here in a little bit... 24 is on and hubby and I are HUGE fans...

We also discussed this weekend that I am going back to our local gym... There is SOMETHING about this place that I usually lose a ton... I think it's a combination of people and mutual goals.... I am going there tomorrow after school to sign back up!!!

I'll be back on later.... Talk soon!

Sounds great...15,000 steps...I'm going to have to go buy a pedometer...i was thinking about it anyway...

Kristy - way to go ...I knew you could do it..

Deanna - sorry to hear about the gain...You'll do better this week...congrats on going back to the gym

Hi Gals..... Just a quick note to let you know I'm still on the planet. Good challenge, Morgan. I have a pedometer, I'll have to start using it. Of course I must get my butt MOVING!!! My knees have been hurting so much lately it's hard to walk much, but I'll chug the pain pills and GO. I haven't weighed myself--I'm waiting until next week. More tomorrow, ok? Got to sign off--bad headache. Huggsss, Marion

Marion- get to feeling better..PLEASE!!!!!

Kristy- Congrats on both your weight loss and anniversary!

Deanna- you can be hard on yourself just for this one day..then GET OVER IT!!! LOL! Think positive now. You know why you gained the weight, so stay away from the foods that sabatoged you. LOL!! For reals though, don't beat yourself up. name one person from this group who hasn't gained weight. HUH??? can't, can you? See, no one is perfect. Start over tomorrow..it'll be a new day for you! I believe in you.........

Morgan- GREAT challenge. Today at the doctors office, I was told NO EXERCISES FOR ! MORE WEEK!!!! I was mordified! but she told me to walk, walk, walk! So, great minds think alike. I walked for 1 hour today, my back ached but it felt good to move.

anske- I remeber all the weight I gained while on birth control...God, I'm so glad I can't take them anymore!!!!

Okay, everyone do me proud this week! I am hoping to at least lose 1 pound..LOL. I guess it's better than not losing anything.

Chat with you all tomorrow!!!!

emerald dragonfly

Hi all, today was my official weigh in..I am down to 235.5 pounds- I think that is 2.5 pounds down from last week. I am really excited! I wasn't able to work out much last week because of my darn cold...but I watched my eating really well and I guess it paid off!

Morgan- excellent challenge...every little bit counts!

Kristy- congrats on your weight loss and on your anniversary

Deanna- keep your chin up...remember we're in this for the long haul..don't let one bad week upset you...just focus on making this new week better!

Marion- sorry to hear your hurting so bad...I can empathize with the feeling. I have fibromyalgia and it makes everything so much harder.

Best of luck to all for a happy healthy week!

Vanessa! Fantastic job!!! You did a wonderful job even without getting your workouts in last week. Good luck this week.

Cat

Firstly...CONGRATS to Kristy and Mike on their 7 year anniversary!! Thats so wonderful! You should post the link to your wedding for everyone, its adorable! They are a cute friggin couple guys! Also, WHOOT WHOOT on your loss! Keep up the super work!

Cat - I am actually pretty bad with my pedometer...I forget about it and dont typically include it in my work out and dont even end up putting it on till after my shower and usually after lunch. (I'm not wearing it yet and have done tons of cleaning. Whoops). I need to "step" it up, no pun intended. But, I do include work which is the majority of my walking. Typically, I would include exercise and everything else.

Deanna - Dont let the gain get you down, you will shed those pounds right off before you know it. The bottom line is that you had fun with your family, and you slipped up. It happens. Sounds like you love the gym! You are one of few! I for some reason feel like I need to be skinny before I head to the gym. Why is that? Does anyone feel like they need to be in shape before they hit the gym?

Marion - feel better girl! Sorry to hear your down in the dumps! I know how much knee pain sucks. Just remember that a lighter body means better knees. My knees were bothering me something awful but after a month of exercise it strengthened and toned my knees and I am free and clear of pain.

Gloria - No exercise for a week seems disheartening but listen to the Dr. and DONT EXERCISE! Dont push it, I dont want you worse off with your back! It will be better soon.

Vanessa - my girl!!! Rock on! You are doing so well, I'm proud of you....keep up the GREAT work!!

Alright ladies....off to the Gazelle, Tony Little seems to be my new love....Billy Blanks remains on top of my DVD player sulking because I am cheating on him. Poor guy. lol.

Ciao Chicas

Good job to those who lost weight. I got off my bum today and walked 1 mile around the lagoon in the cold. But worth it. I was hoping it would help my pain that I am in but no luck . Thanks ladys for your support. Have a good day.

Ps. Not going to weigh myself due to the monthly. Anske

LOVE the website Kristy!!! Great to see more of you! Best of luck with your future plans... I hope you can be as happy as hubby and I are... It is a wonderful feeling knowing you have your very best friend by your side through thick and thin!