brooksrm I can honestly say from past experiences that I have been right where you are. where you know it hurts being with him, but the thought of being without him hurts even more, it's a double edged sword for you and not him.

I found the more time I spent with my ex that wanted to be "just friends" did nothing to help me, as I still viewed us as a couple as we were doing what we used to do without the title of being together. The longer you keep being around him wont heal anything, and what happens to you if he meets someone else?
Him breaking up with you and still being friends has given him the excuse to be single and look around but still have you to be there for everything else. Like going on a hike.

Taking a hike alone would be better in the long run then having to put yourself through the emotional roller coaster your feeling. Listen to your ipod, and maybe start a family member or friend on a small walk, like around the park or something. Maybe they'll like it enough to go on hikes one day with you.
it'll get better!!

so, i had a really busy week, and i binged a lot and i haven't lost any weight. i have added carbs in my diet maybe thats why.lets just hope the scale doesnt disappoint me too much on sunday:S

Hm. Brooksrm, if you feel like you can't hike alone, see if you can find like minded individuals on sites like Meetup in your area. I'd hate to say craigslist, but who knows. Just meet at a public spot first (like a local library, coffee shop, or anywhere that is kind of busy) so that you can see if you guys would make good hiking buddies (after prescreening them on the phone, of course).

I craigslisted my first room-for-rent and went to check out the place with my Dad. But I used Meetup to find a group that plays dungeons and dragons in my area, and just went, turned out to be a great group.

Up to you, just be careful.

, Sameen.

I would ditto what zan said. I also think you made a good choice. keep up the good work you are doing great!

zan, I have never even heard of that site! sounds interesting as I have been in Avon Ohio for almost two years and still know no one but my bf family.

so I was wondering, some people at my work said that if you wear sweaters and heavy items when your working out it'll help you loss more weight as your sweating more. I was just curious about this.

Sameen it's ok. we all have those days. I had a very bad weekend last week didn't work out and I ate bad, yet I didn't gain a pound. And even if you do, no use crying over spilled milk.

Hm, Mickey, I think that's similar to the plastic sweating suit fad. You dehydrate (losing water weight), but it doesn't really help you burn/lose fat. After the workout you will just end up drinking the water back. Instead, hiking with a weighted backpack or something similar would be better than bulking up in sweaters and overheating.

Hope that helps.

Just a quick check in. Been sick the last 2 days and taking care of a sick baby. Feeling sorry for both of us! Trying to exercise but I just feel like crud. I hope everyone is doing well today. Happy Friday!

Oh no! I hope you two get well soon, Denice!

Get better denice!

Everyone staying on target today? I did well with exercise and eating the past few days. Still trying to work on my emotional health (I think getting healthy is more about just physically healthy) and it's going to be a while before I feel progress there, I'm afraid, but it is what it is. Trying to not let that get in the way of my eating and exercise so that's a plus.

And, I found a hiking club in my hometown, just gotta figure out how to get involved and work up the nerve to join a group where I don't know a single person. I'm very introverted so that's always the hardest part, but eventually I will drag my butt there

thanks mickeypnd! the scale brought good news today! hehehe!!! and i have no idea if you would loose more weight with the sweater on. I know i wouldn't be able to do it! heheh!!!
hope everyone has a good weekend!!

Hi team,

Just checking in....

Mickey, I agree with Zan on the sweater thing (that it will just dehydrate you and not affect your fat burn). It also just seems really uncomfortable!

Denise, I hope you and your baby are feeling better!

Brooks, I think that's so great you joined the hiking club! I'm also introverted and have a hard time forcing myself to do things like that, but later I'm always glad that I did them.

Oh, and just another plug for meetup. I've used it for book clubs and meditation groups. It's really great!

I've been struggling with my eating. I think you all were right that I'm not eating enough protein. I was a vegetarian for many years (ages 12 to 21) so I really lost my taste for meat and very rarely eat it. So I decided that I'm going to try to eat a serving of chicken every day. My other problem has been going too long without eating, getting super hungry and then overeating. I am going to make a conscious effort to eat every 3-4 hours to avoid that.

I hope you all have wonderful Saturday nights and good luck with your weigh-in tomorrow!!!

Jenb- i can totally understand what you are going through. I was very good with meals every 3-4 hours but now ive started doing the same thing. nothing for six to seven hours and then one big meal. it disrupts everything. i am trying to make a conscious effort now so lets see! i think once you get the hand of it it wont be a problem!!

Good Luck with the weigh in team!

Weigh in went good for me today, plus I remembered to record it on our thread.

I was looking over our weigh-in thread and I just have to say I am blown away by you guys! I am so impressed by the numbers that have been posted so far! Go team nike!!!!

I totally agree with Jen!

Great job ladies!!!! We are kicking butt