Hey ladies! I'm not hiding, just taking a break from the computer for a day or so after staring at it constantly between work and school (which is done for the semester). Guess what? I found out today that I got a "B" in that stupid Macroeconomics course! Yea for me! So glad that is over.
Welcome rebelrider! Welcome to our group! You sound just like me and my eating habits. I do well all week and then blow it on the weekends. I've been doing better lately. I've lost 8 lbs. so far and my mini goal is to lose 12 more (for now) then eventually 40 more after that. I'm also doing the South Beach. I'm on phase two. Well, I need to go back on Phase 1 for a week now (you'll see why below). On Mondays here we weigh in and that helps me stay more on track over the weekend. We also set goals for the week, like drinking enough water, exercise, etc. Speaking of which, I've already failed at one of my goals... I have a goal of sticking to my diet this week, and instead I've been eating millions of pounds of chocolate! (ok, I may be exagerrating a little bit ). I get horrible chocolate cravings once a month. I think I'm about over it though. Other than that I've been doing good the rest of the day.I haven't gotten my extra pilates in either, which is my other goal. I'll have to make sure and do that tomorrow and Friday. I've been trying to get up earlier and squeeze them in, but I think I'm catching up on the lack of sleep I get during school. I have been doing my usual 2 1/2 mile walk/run at lunch everyday though. Well, I'm going to go get a shower and spend some quality time with the boyfriend (Does that count as a workout? ) Goodnight Beauties!

Great job on the B!! And yes, you deserve a break from the computer! Just don't stay away too long!

Lisa, I'm right behind you with the decorations! My kids won't let me put it off any longer! I would say stairs 8 times is a workout-I would count it!

Rebelrider-I agree, weekends are so hard! I just try to remember that we weigh in here on Monday! Last week wasn't good, I gained 2 lbs., but I think I'm doing much better so far this week. I only have 1 day of exercise done out of 3-4 that I want done this week, but I still have 3 days to go. We weigh on Monday and also set goals for the week, exercise, food, water, etc. Your goal for the week could be to keep your food healthy for the weekend? We have a great group of ladies here, glad you joined us!!

Night Beauties!
Peace,
Kathy

I have had a completly lazy day. Just hanging out on the couch watching tv. No workout. But I am eating healthy. After I pick my son up from school I have to come hme and clean up, and make dinner. I also have to work tonight.

Rebel-- I am doing WW. This is the first time in my life that I am actually sticking to something. Every other time I would try to "diet" it would last about 2 weeks and thats it. I think this time its different because I have such wonderful people here to come to and have them understand me and motivate me.
Thank you everyone.

Lisa--A break from the computer is good but don't stay away to long. We would miss you. on the B We are proud of you. NOW.....STEP AWAY FROM THE CHOCOLATE!!!!!!! I understand the cravings but try to keep it to just a little bit instead of a million pounds ( I could probably live on chocolate) By the way, I tried to get quality time with my husband counted as a workout but they wouldn't let me do it. Sorry. Good try though.

Kathy-- The last time I posted you were posting too and I didn't realize it. Sorry for missing it. How are you doing with your decorations? I am putting my tree up on Saturday and on Sunday we are all going to decorate it. I think I am finally getting into the holiday spirit. Never takes this long.

Well, I must go now, but I will be back tonight when I get home from work. I really need to get a bit of a life. I think I am on this computer way to much.

Talk to you all soon.
Lori

Hi all. Just joined the forums and thought I'd stop in and say hi. I've been enjoying reading the posts so far and hope I can keep coming back to check in.

Lil' about me? I'm 27 years old, female from South Carolina. My highest weight was in November of 2003, at 367 lbs. I started trying to lose weight in January of this year and have lost just over 40 lbs so far. I've been 'morbidly obese' since I was about 4 years old, so fat has been my entire life.

I have 200+ pounds to lose, so it's going to be a long road. I'm hoping that I can find others here who are in the same situation and share ideas/thoughts/goals etc. Have a great weekend!

Hiya,

Welcome new beauties. I'm still here, just been so busy.

Lori, I got myself kicked from the store! Actually, the owner was ok with us being there but the property management wasn't. Anyway, the PM came and asked that I scaddadle. They have an interest in the school property anyway. So, we're off to hit the neighborhoods.

Kathy, way to keep your head about you. I hope you have better results this week. GET YOUR EXERCISE IN! Seriously, how are you doing with that this week? Personally, I'm sticking to don't ask, don't tell.

How's everyone else doing on their goals? I must admit, it's very hard this week. I guess that's because I didn't set any goals! UGH! Can you believe me? I hope my troops don't dessert me! Don't let my personal plateaus be an excuse for you to slack off. I'm here to help you along.

Rebel, if WW worked for you, why don't you go back? What works for your husband may not be correct for you. You need to get motivated with your personal program. Just a thought.

Loki, good for you losing 40+ thus far. What has been the difference? What are you find that's working best for you?

Lisa, how are the cravings? ( Don't tell Lori, but I was sneaking some chocolate, too.) Actually I can blame this on my husband. You ready for this excuse? He has a goatee or "growtee" as my nephew calls it. Anyway, I think it looks good but I hate the prickles. His hair is so coarse and it feels like needles. He's had this since August so time's up. I told him for each time I don't get a proper, facial-hair free kiss (we figure minimum 3/day-national average, not ours mind you!), I'll eat a Hershey's kiss. Well, I guess I'm making up for lost time because I'm going a bit overboard. He still hasn't shaved. I wouldn't be surprised if it comes off this weekend. I'll keep you posted.

Ok, sorry I haven't checked in for awhile. Keep up the good work. Don't make me open any cans of whoop !

Talk to you soon.

Good evening Beauties! I'm glad to hear everyone seems to be in good spirits! (Even you Sarge......it must be all the chocolate. As Lori told me, "STEP AWAY FROM THE CHOCOLATE!!!!!" I don't think the chocolate for beard is a good plan! Why don't you try for foot rubs or something?
Everyone will be happy to hear that I stuck to my "healthy eating plan" today!! I resisted the chocolate kisses! I drank all my water, and I ran/walked my 2 1/2 miles at lunch. The only thing I still didn't do today was my exra pilates exercise session. And now I'm too tired. I also think I'm coming down with something, so I'd better make sure and get my sleep. Can I change my goal to controlling myself over the weekend?
Lori- You're on WW right? They didn't tell you about sexercise? They told my stepmom about it when she did WW, right down to the calories burned.
Loki- Welcome to the group! I think you'll really like it here.

Ok, are you all ready to just hate me? I've had my Christmas decorations up since the weekend after Thanksgiving!

Talk to you soon!
Lisa

Sarge- Good to see you back!

Loki- Welcome to the group!

Lisa- - I'm getting the decorations out already!!! OKAY???

Lori- I count "everything" as some sort of exercise!


I got this off another site I belong to...it's well worth the read.

Why do we keep telling ourselves --- I'll do it later, I'll start tomorrow, I'm waiting till after the holidays to start on my journey to better health?

WHY?

Because we are giving ourselves an excuse to not start !!! Yup, it's true. By saying we will do it another time, we are allowing ourselves the NO GUILT that we are not doing it right now.

Think about it.

Why don't we just DO IT? Why don't we just START NOW and not keep putting things off? It's easier to SAY we will do it later, and not to HAVE TO do it NOW !!!
More times then not, that time comes and goes and we still haven't done what we said we were going to do. Instead we *reschedule* it yet AGAIN and put it off for another time...and soon says are going by and maybe weeks, and then were just forgetting or giving up altogether.

WHY do we put so much effort into the not doing then the actual doing?

We are not going to lose those pounds, lose those inches, gain that muscle, strength and energy by putting it off.

YES I know we all have busy lives, but in reality we do have 20-30 min a day to take out for ourselves. Think of it as your PLAYTIME. Your sanity time.... YOUR time.

So whats your excuse? Why are you waiting till *later* to start on that exercise, to eat better , to do something for YOU?

You don't have to go all gung-ho on plan. It's amazing what BABY STEPS can do for you. As simple as getting in more water, watching your portions, and maybe getting in a walk or some form of exercise in throughout your day. Even 5-10 min a day to start is SOMETHING...if it's more then what you have been doing, then it is such an improvement!!! And just think how much better you will feel about YOU!!!

By saying we will do it LATER, we are just shadowing it, covering it up, it will sit there in the back of your mind till you just DO IT.

Stats show that we gain 5-10 lbs over the holidays!!!!
Yup it's true. I have been talking about it with people at work for awhile now ( I work in a gym). And I see alot of people who are still coming in to get their workouts out of the way because they know they are going to indulge in holiday *splurging* Drinking, extra goodies, festive food etc. We even have an 8 week challenge going on at the gym to keep members interested over the holidays, to keep them coming in for their workouts.

So are you going to join me in getting started, or continuing your journey throughout the holidays? Or are you going to give me an EXCUSE as to why you are going to put it off till whenever?

HMmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm....

Whats YOUR CHOICE going to be?

Makes a lot of sense!

Peace,
Kathy

Hello ladies,

Well it is a rainy, cold, windy day here. (isn't this Kathys favorite wheather? ) I just want to crawl bad into bed and watch movies all day.

Loki--Welcome to the group. Congrats on the loss so far. Keep up the great work. Let us know what your doing thats working for you.

Rebel-- I have to agree with Rebecca, if WW worked before you should really think about going back to it. Oh and you might want to put that tree up just in case your MIL does stop by. Besides it sounds really pretty.

Rebecca--I know the truth about the store. You got asked to leave because when people didn't want to sign your paper you told them to drop and give you 20.......right? By the way........candy for shaving? I like the thought process but not a good idea . I think you should do what Lisa said and get a foot rub or a back massage.

Lisa-- WTG on resisting the chocolate It sounds like you are right on track this week. Keep up the great work. Oh yea, WW never told me about sexercise. I might have to ask them about it. But then again that would require me to actually have sex right? Hhmmmmm, might have to think about that. lol

Kathy--I like the letter you posted. It does make a lot of sence. By the way, the decorations are out of the garage and in boxes on the living room floor. Only thing I have done so far is hang a wreath on the door. So your not alone.

As for me. I am following my points pretty good this week, and getting in my water. I have done 2 workouts so far this week too. I would really like to get another 2 in. we'll see though. Definitly one more.
I am going out to finish up my Christmas shopping this weekend. With the crowds and lines it ought to be fun. Other then that there really isn't much new on my end. Hope everyone has a great day.

Talk to you all later,
Lori

Hi Beauties!

Rebecca-That wasn't "aimed" at you, but you know, I'll do what I can! Guilt, begging, bull whips!!

I understand though about being able to accomplish so much in other areas but letting the weight win. I've done that for so long now, I just finally had enough. My oldest is almost 19 and my youngest is almost 2. I don't want to be the fat mom in my childrens wedding pictures. I want to be there for the children of my 2 yo as much as my 19 yo. I am cheating them(future them!) and myself of that as long as I stay overweight and unhealthy. I don't feel good in this body, I want a better one!! The only way I can do that is to lose weight.
Okay, sorry for the rambling! I have achieved my 3 days of exercise, failed drinking 100 oz of water/day and only did 1 day of crunches. We'll see what the scale says Monday! Hopefully those nasty 2 pounds will be gone again!

Well, I'm off to wake the troops! I hope everyone has a great, healthy day! I'll check in AFTER the Christmas lights are up!!

Peace,
Kathy

Jenn-I hope you and your little guy are feeling better!!

Mornign all,

I feel liek I was gone forever but it was only yesterday. I didn't post because I was feeling very blah. Not in the mood to do much of anything. So, I took a nap, cleaned up a bit, and did 50 crunches and 30 leg thingys each side. Then I went to work. I didn't even make dinner for the gang before I left for work, I made my hubby do that.
ANyway, I am better today. Getting ready to go out and do a liitle more shopping, and then come home and get the tree up. We are going to decorate it tomorrow. My kids are really hasseling me abou tit though. We usually have it up by now.
Ok so I am going to go before I end up not doing anything and I will definitly post more later. Have a great day.

TTFN, Lori

Just wanted to check in so you didn't think I'd abandoned you. I did pretty good at my get together last night. I did eat and drink some stuff I shouldn't have, but I'm proud of myself for not going overboard like I usually would have. Anyway, I have more to say (Rebecca! ) but I'll have to get back to this later. I haven't hardly slept and I have to get ready to take my boy to a b-day party. I'll try to get back on here later! Have a wonderful day Beauties! And behave!!! And get your exercise in!


Lisa

Just checking in.

Have been very busy getting things done downstairs to get house ready for Christmas. Put up new drapes and rods - definately arm exercise. Repairing the couch and adding foam padding to it- lots of hand sewing. Hope to finish the basic part of couch today & put up tree so the cats can get used to the tree being there a few days before I decorate it.

After Christmas, I have to get the basement ready for the waterproofing guys. Move shelves and freezers to the center of the room - don't know if enough room to do that but said they could work around it. I have 3 parts to my basement. One half is mud floor, one half is concrete block and cement and under the kitchen is crawl space. There are two 8' long shelve units, one upright & one big chest freezer, one refridgerator, one furnace, one water tank, and two sets of stairs in the concrete area & a wall deviding the concrete from the mud floor area.

After they get done, I have to find places to put stored stuff from two closets as the construction guys will be gutting the old outside entrance, one quarter bath & hall closet to make a bath/laundry room. I also have to finish pulling down the ceiling plaster in the front bedroom upstairs & store everything in the small bedroom?

And I need to finish Christmas cards too.

Been trying to eat sensibly especially at night, still not happy with my sugar numbers. Tom brought home some sugar free butter pecan ice cream for me.
Will try to eat small amount. Thank goodness it was very frozen last night so couldn't get but little teaspoons of it. I use small bowls and eat like I'm savoring each bite and nut. more satifying that way. Don't mineless eat that way.
Try to come up to office tomorrow to check in with weight & measurements.
See you tomorrow.