Back on track with some motivation. When they say loosing weight is hard and emotional they where not kidding. Everyday it is a struggle, but today I choose to draw inspiration of photos of myself. I have been telling myself that I can't do this there is no way. I just remember a time when I lost 60lbs in 3 months and kept it off for awhile. I know how to loose weight so I can do this.

I CAN DO THIS, YOU CAN DO THIS, WE CAN DO THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!

I just signed on to the site yesterday. I am counting calories and wearing the Bodymedia arm band and using the software.
My goal for December:
Stay on track by losing 2 lbs per week until Christmas (7 lbs)
Log all my food every day until Christmas.
Get in my 10,000 steps every day until Christmas.

I look forward to getting to know everyone.

Count me in too! November wasn't great for me but December will be better.

1) lose weight. No set number - I just want to lose!!
2) Go to the gym during the work week. Right now I just go fri-sun.
3) I've been slowly adding more processed foods so I'm going to eat as clean as possible.

Bleh. My weight is up today. I know it's mostly bloat and my TOM. I thought it was over but then started up again. I have been too snacky, mostly snacking on healthy things tho. It may take a lil bit to level out. I'll be patient and start weighing my food again just in case my portions are off. I am pretty good about keeping a tally in my head now and eye-balling portions but I am not gonna trust that right now since the scale is creeping up on me. We have a little over 3 weeks til Christmas and I want to make that count!

Happy December!

I was hungry after zumba last night, so my calories ended up a little over 1600. Today I'm scheduled for 1415. I'm going to try not to go over 1500. Light cardio tonight and the dreaded WI tomorrow!

Jiggle: 'grats on getting back to your pre-TG weight!
Tdi: do you do c25K with other people or just kinda doing your own thing?
Jen: yay for finding your calorie "sweet spot"
Pops, Too & Country: glad to hear you're back on track!
DeDe: welcome!
Kat: good to have you back this challenge!
4star: I'm not too optimistic about my WI tomorrow. We just have to keep on keepin' on in spite of what the scale says!

It's a great day!!! I've been on plan and I still have about 400 calories to go and be at 1200. I can have dinner and an evening snack!!!

I'm feeling sooooo good. I'm buying my husband a mountain bike for Christmas and I will be able to SURPRISE him. He's been asking for it two years now...and he's gonna be so excited.

Sunday's coming!!! Gonna have a great weigh in day.

I want a bike but my bf wont buy me one

Welcome dedej. I count calories also I was amazed a how much I was over doing it. I also do some boxing, zumba on the wii and I also do some squats, push ups, cardio. I really try to walk but dont get to so I walk/run in place lol

Kat I hear you about November not being a good month. Hope Dec is awesome weight lost for both of us...

124chick: Thank you! I love your attitude! You're right, we need to love ourselves more!!
Northern: I do c25k on my own. I was running outside, but recently joined a cheap gym and have been doing it on a treadmill due to the cold here. I've really been enjoying the program!

Today has been pretty good. I went to the gym once again at a truly ungodly hour IMHO! (I woke up at 4:50..ick!) I know there's people that do it ALL the time. I don't. But, I can say that I'm more comfortable at the gym during that time because everybody there is there to exercise. When I go later, guys check me out!!
Anyway... today I did more kettle bell exercises, I have to say I'm addicted now! LOL I've started to research more kettle bell exercises. I also did the eliptical today.
Foodwise, I've been doing allright. My only issue the last couple days is getting enough protein. I seem to be on the low end. I've gotta work on that some more.
I hope you guys are having a great day and evening! See ya later!

tdi, the guy things must feel good, even if it is unwanted. That is super early. I'm usually just going to bed that time

Northern, I hope your WI goes great.

countrybarb, I like running with the wii. I hope you get bike for a gift.

jiggle, i hope he likes it, and I hope you get something you really love.

4star, I agree with having a good handle on what you are eating if the scale is going up. Good catch.

kat, eating natural is one of the best things for your health.

Dede, I also try to get 10,000 steps per day.

well, I overdid the homemade cookie thing with a friend. But I ate a healthy dinner so I don't feel to bad about it. I still need to complete my 10,000. I'm going to walk on the rebounder during an episode of biggest loser, and finish up the day with some weights.

well i had a hard day today. really hard. had about..2200 cals, 800 on which is vodka.im not proud but it happens , have a bad day and the lure of drink overtook me, i did great food wise but that litre of smirnoff gonna cost me. ah well ill make up for it the rest of the week. am i allowed to mention alcohol, if not it was all milk, yes, milk.


ok maybe like 1800 i dont know im not good at math right now still 400 cals over and i didnt exercise, sad sad times

GOOD MORNING EVERYONE!!!
We are 22-23 days away from Christmas. It's been great so far and I'm hoping to see a good weigh in Sunday. I want to be closer to a size 10 if not in a 10 by the end of the year. That was my original goal when I started. When I get there I can evaluate my body and how I feel about it.

I'm excited because this is my favorite time of year and things are going well with us. How are you ladies doing with being "Guilt Free" this challenge? So far I'm good and I haven't overindulged on anything. We have a staff Christmas Party coming up as well as a Departmental Party. That should be the extent of my celebrating prior to Christmas. Our last work day of this calendar year is December 23rd and we return on Jan 2...the beauty of working in Higher Ed. A free paid week off for Christmas!!!

Well, that was a pleasant surprise. I was not expecting good things as I'm pre-TOM (not to mention the Thanksgiving weekend overindulgences), but I'm down a little over a lb since Thanksgiving morning to a new low of 172.8! Woot!

Jiggle: I have one major Christmas party on the 16th, but that's it for now. Hoping to stay basically OP (other than that day) until the 23rd, which will be the last WI of this challenge for me. I'm also in education, so I have that week off too Going to be less strict that week and enjoy life a little...family dinners and a mini vacay with DH. Hope I can work the worst of it off that first week in January...ha! Sending you good vibes for your Sunday WI!!

Charlaine: it is the season to eat, drink and be merry. Sucks that alcohol takes up so many calories, but you are accounting for them, so that is a win! I am most definitely doing a "no count" day for the Christmas party I'm attending on the 16th.

Jen: great job keeping up with your exercise!

Tdi: I've heard a lot about that program. Maybe something I might actually look into this spring when I can go outside. I've attempted some running/jogging this fall. It ain't pretty, but I was surprised that I could even do it at all.

Country: I've kind of "rediscovered" my wii fit now that it's cold out and I have to work out inside. I usually do it Thursday nights for some lighter cardio before WI on Fridays. Some of the activities are pretty fun and don't really feel like exercise.

Well, gals, have a great weekend!!

Woohoo! I'm now back to my pre-thanksgiving weight of 154 pounds after being at 156.2 for 4 or 5 days. Yeah!

Happy Friday everyone!
I’ve been staying OP, although not exercising as much as I’d like. TOM came and I’m not feeling that great, so I’ve only been walking for half an hour a day. My parents seem to be buying lots of yummy food lately, and my mom’s latest purchase was Cinnabon cinnamon bread. I have to admit I had a few slices and it was delicious! At least I worked it into my calories… Hopefully they’ll eat all that food they bought soon (before I’m tempted to help them out)

Popspry: Congrats!
Northern: That’s awesome! Way to go!
Jiggle: I’m doing pretty good staying guilt-free. I’m trying not to indulge, but even if I do I know I’m eating a heck of a lot better than last year
Charlaine: Alcohol does take up a lot of calories, but good for you for counting them regardless! That’s half the battle sometimes…
Jen: Way to go on the exercise!
Tdi: You’re doing great on the exercise front! I’m super impressed that you’ve been going to the gym so early.
Country: Sounds like you’ve got a great exercise program going on!

Hi Ladies,

My challenge to workout 5 days a week did not go so well this week unless I can count running through airports lugging a carry-on and laptop as exercise.

I was able to get back on track today with my cardio and will also workout again tomorrow. I have also set up my calendar with workouts for the rest of the month to keep me on track.

It is wonderful to have this site and all of the wonderful members to help me as I begin my journey.