I am still in total shock today. First time on the scale said 196. I was thrilled. About an hour later it said 195.6. I about crapped. That is a number I have been trying to get to for a long time. I understand it probably won't stay, but it sure was nice to see it.

Here's another one. I realized the other night that my size 14 jeans were pretty baggy. Went out today to see how close the 12's would be. THEY FIT!!! I am cloud nine today and going to enjoy every muinute of it.

Susie- Don't beat yourself up. Just start over, from the very moment you went off track. Don't wait. We all have struggles. Just stick with it and move forward.

Kelly- Don't know if you plan on getting together this week. Let me know.

Mindy, I just love reading about your progress! You are such an inspiration. Way to go on those size 12s!

Susie, don't let one bad day turn into more. It happened and it's over, so just move on.

Kelly, you must be out there somewhere running.

I am still on my eating plan and feeling good. Yesterday I did my 6.3 mi run (68 min) and then mowed the lawn. I got stung by a bunch of yellow jackets and my leg is swollen and sore. But today I still managed Group Ride and then Group Power. Take that, yellow jackets! And later I am going to go pour gas into their hole.

My parents picked the kids up today and I went clothes shopping. It was so nice to shop kid-free. I browsed, tried on stuff, browsed some more, etc. I ended up buying a bunch of stuff; my husband will probably never let the kids have a sleep over again. I ended up buying a cute dress to wear to my friend's 45th birthday thing.

See you guys tomorrow.

Hi,
I took your advice and got right back on track and I did very well today. My calorie intake for the day was 1473. It's lower than my planned 1600 per day but I figure it makes up for yesterday.

I did my Body Pump class today. It sure did help to get my mind back in the right place.

Mindy: Size 12! THAT is my goal. Take a picture...I bet it looks good on you.

Ward: OUCH! That bee story is scary. I'm glad you are ok. Your afternoon of shopping sounds wonderful.

Kelly: Is hubby still working out with you?

Susie, great job jumping right back up on the wagon. How was your workout today?

I had a nice long one because I was kid-free. I did 25 min on the stair mill, 25 min elliptical, Group Ride, then 30 more on the elliptical. Eating is on plan. I grilled salmon tonight for dinner and it was delicious.

See you tomorrow.

Just finished WATP. Tomorrow Kelly and I will do some running. Today the scale said 195.2. Seems too good to be true, but I will enjoy it whille I have the chance.

Ward- That is a ton of workout. I don't know how you can make it through all that. I would be dead. You are one tough cookie.

Susie- Good for getting back on plan. The sooner the better. Keep it up.

What a dork. I just realized I posted all those weights 10 pounds too high. I am in the 180's, not 190's. Today I was up a little bit to 186.6, but not surprised. Still happy to see mid 180's. See I can't even get my head around it around yet.

Going out with my family tonight for my birthday. A little belated, but okay. I am going to eat sensible. Can't blow this now.

See ya all later.

Mindy, I was a little confused at first, but I figured it out.

I was on plan today. Workout was Group Ride then Group Power, plus swimming with the kids. Today in Ride I noticed that the instructor skipped over one of the songs (do I go a lot, or what?). I called it to his attention so we went back and did it. Some of the other people in the class were grumbling - I hope they were kidding. I am there to get a good workout - I don't want to "get out" of any of it. Oh well - you can't please everyone, right?

See you tomorrow.

Hi Ladies,

Sorry I've been MIA--this week has been one crazy busy week at work. I'm coming in early and going home late. BUT I've stayed on plan. I've stayed around 15800 calories and I've got all my workouts in. I hope those scales are good to me tonight.

Mindy: I figured out the numbers too! How did you do with the family celebration last night?

Ward: I would have done the same thing. If I make the effort to get there to workout..I want a FULL workout.

Kelly: We miss you!!

I'll talk to you all tomorrow.

Thanks for figuring out my flubs. We ordered pizza and I had 2 slices, that was it. Not bad. Now the nachos Kelly and I shared at lunch is a different story. They were 2200 calories. Good thing we split them and certainly didn't eat them all. YIKES!!!

I have been busting my arse for hours cleaning out the stall in the barn. I am one sweaty, hot mess. My arms ar dead. Talk about a workout.

See ya tomorrow. Susie- Good luck with weigh-in tonight. Mines tomorrow.

You can always tell when I am not really on plan, because I am not here. I haven't had the best three days of eating. Not horrible, with the exception of the 2200 calorie nachos, but not staying at my calorie limit. I am feeling frustrated again, because I am seeing the same frickin number on the scale every day, even when I am on plan. I just can't seem to get below 172. So, I had a pity party yesterday, and I think I am over it. I am ready to get back on track and burn some calories. At least I have been working out every day. I guess that is the bright side.

Mindy--I figured out the numbers right away and thought, "Here she goes again...", but I knew what you meant. Hope your body isn't too tired from shoveling s**t all day.

Susie--It gets so hard to stay on track when you get crazy busy--good for you for keeping track of those calories! I am projecting a 3 or more pound loss for you this week!

Ward--Unfortunately, I would have been one of the groaners in your class. I know, I'm pathetic. You are certainly a die hard and an inspiration for us all!

The scales showed a 2.25 GAIN! WTF!!! I was so mad and hurt I just couldn't see straight. So, 1600 calories is too much? to little?

I'm just not sure what to do here. The only thing I know that I can't do is give up. I'll take suggestions, advice...anything.

I don't know how much I'll be around this weekend. I have 2 family reunions, a wedding and a memorial service, but I'll make it here at some point.

I'm going to take a couple of days off work next week. Most of my group at work is traveling and I thought it would be a good time for me to take off and get some things done at home for myself.

Mindy: I'd say you did pretty good at your birthday dinner and cleaning those stalls is a hard workout so I'm sure you burned the pizza off.

Kelly: I know you will get back on plan...and when you are off....that's when you really need to get here! You know we don't judge...just encourge and build each other up.

Ward: You still remain my gym inspiration!

Mindy, I hope your weigh-in goes well.

Kelly, I am glad to see you back. It's frustrating to do everything right and not see results!

Susie, I don't know what to tell you. Maybe you had too much salt, not enough water? How are your clothes fitting - are you seeing differences there? Have you taken measurements? Because I know you are making progress, even if the scale is not cooperating. Have fun on your days off.

Yesterday I did 25 min on the elliptical, 22 min run (2.07 mi) and Group Ride. Eating is on plan. This is going to be a tough week-end for staying on, though. My husband wants to go to IHOP for Father's Day, so we'll do that tomorrow, and then we're having lunch with the whole family on Sunday. I am not sure I'll be able to fit in any workouts, either. I hope I can just keep the damage to a minimum and not go off on a binge. I have the 45th birthday party coming up and I want a flat(ish) belly.

I'm down a little from last week - 135.8 this morning. See you guys tomorrow.

Well, back to my lowest today, 185.4. That is actually about 4 pounds from last week, or something like that. I like this number, but of course want to go lower.

My arms are like dead wood. They are so sore and feel weak as all heck. Bad news it, the stall is not done and I need to do more today. I have been good with food today and there is more exercise on the horizon.

Sunday the kids and I are going to Chicago. They are trying out for American Idol. It will be a fun weekend with my children if nothing else.

Susie- We have all been there. It sucks. Just stick to your plan. Eat right, workout and stick with it. It works.....eventually.

Ward- Once again you are rockin the gym. Happy to hear you are down a bit.

Kelly- Same thing for you as Susie. And you know she is right. You need to come here and post.....daily. It's good for the soul.

Mindy, that is awesome!

I rocked the gym again today, if I say so myself. I did 40 min on the elliptical and 40 min on the bike, plus Group Power. Eating is on plan, but I am quite worried about the week-end. I just need to keep July 10 and that flat belly in mind. Just say no to off plan food!

See you tomorrow.

Not too far off plan today. Eating out at lunch with Mindy wasn't too bad. I had soup and salad. Then, my mother in law called and wanted to go out for dinner. I had shrimp and chicken tenders. I made all my sides vegetables to try to make up for the fried stuff. I know I need to quit moping and just give it time and be on plan every day. My husband is really helping, too. I am very lucky.

Mindy--I am soooo glad the scales are finally going down for you. Getting away from that tough group of kids you had has done wonders.

Susie--What about calorie cycling? You work out a lot, maybe your body wants to be kept guessing on the food intake, and allowed to let the workouts do their job? I have also read the "rule of thumb" for the amount of calories you should eat is: Multiply your weight by 7 and that is how many calories you should eat. I sometimes add an extra 50 calories to that when there is a lot of exercise going on, too. It has worked for me (when I can stay on plan.)

Ward--You are the fitness queen! I want to be you when I grow up! Don't worry about the weekend. I know you will be sticking close to the fruit and veggies.

Have a great weekend girls!