Hello there, Amanda! Nice to hear from you. I also have hypothyroidism!! I take 137mcg a day. I also have to exercise like a maniac in order to lose any weight!! I had a miscarriage before i had my son & daughter. I wish you the best in getting healthy. WE do mini - challenges to keep us going!! Right now we are doing a 150min cardio challenge & a 60 min toning. The challenge is a weel long. I think we end Thurs. You are more than welcome to join or catch the next one!! We also weigh in on Saturdays!!!
I am still at the same cardio but I am 20/60 for toning!!! Yes ladies I finally worked out on the bowflex!! Yay for me.... I plan on getting my cardio done tonight.
take care
carafre
carafre,
Thanks for the welcome! The exercise challenge sounds great...I have to confess, I havent exercised at all this week. I tried to use one of my work out tapes but my vcr ate it, LOL. I need a new vcr! I also have to find my dumbbells, we just moved into this house and I am not sure where they are, LOL. I have to go into town and do my weekly shopping tomorrow, I think I'll go to the walking track and do several laps, maybe I can even talk DH into joining me. I used to walk every day when I was younger, but the road that I live on now, is not a safe place to walk. People drive like idiots out here and i am truly afraid to try to walk near the road. (I live in a rural area, so no sidewalks out here unfortunately)
I'll check back in tomorrow, hope you all have a good night
Hello all, I'm back from my whirlwind tour of the South (Atlanta to Tennessee to Alabama back to Atlanta, in 2.5 days).
Remember this past week when I was complaining about having trouble exercising and how badly I've been eating? Well, I'm down 4 pounds this week! I weighed myself several times at the same time I do every Saturday morning. I never trust my scale, so I've got two of them and they both said the same thing. I consider it a gift. I was getting so down on myself and feeling like I should just forget it for awhile, at least until we move into our new house. But now I've got renewed inspiration. Also, my husband had the same experience, except he stayed the same instead of lost. Again, though, by all rights we should have both gained.
Also, I had one of those "Duh!" moments this weekend. I was walking through Walmart's electronics section and saw some exercise DVDs and I thought, I can exercise in the hotel room while the little guy is sleeping. Why in the world didn't I think of that before?! So I got some Pilates video, I'll let you know how it is.
Hi Alisha! I've got the old Tae Bo tapes too. But I can't get past the instructional video! I know I'm getting a good workout by flailing around like a fool, but it's frustrating that I'm so uncoordinated! He's punching and kicking all over the place, and I'm tripping over my own feet. Good for you for doing it, because I know it's an excellent workout. By the way, congrats on not gaining, that's awesome. I too had a week like yours sounded last week. I pretty much gave in to all temptation, but I didn't gain either. And congrats on the inches lost! That's the most important part, isn't it!
Jenny: Glad to hear from you and hear you're feeling better! How did it go at the gym today?
Carafre: How's it going with exercising in the a.m.? I hate mornings, so I sleep as long as the little guy lets me (usually 8am or 8:30am). I would love to get up early to get some exercise out of the way, but just can't do it. Good for you for having such discipline. Although now that I look closer, you're last post says you're doing cardio tonight, so maybe it didn't work out after all. I'm at 45/150 for my cardio challenge this week, I hope to do better in the coming days. Unfortunately, I'm at 0/60 with the weight challenge. Congrats on doing the Bowflex! I love the Bowflex, especially upper body. If I could skip cardio and do that every day instead, I would be happy!
For next week's challenge, is anyone interested in a water challenge? Or another exercise challenge? I'm up for anything. These mini-challenges really help me, I hope everyone else likes them too.
Well, that's my epic novel for today. Hope you ladies have a good evening, and give all those little ones extra kisses (unless they're teenagers, they hate that)!
Let me get this in quick before I forget - 90/150 cardio & 20/60 toning.
Ok - Cindy, it's a gift that you very much deserved! I am so, so happy for you. I really think that we should do another exercise challenge & water challenge Whatever anyone else wants is fine w/ me.
Amanda: I'm sorry I missed you on my last post. I was typing and typing and knew I forgot something, but figured people we're getting sick of my long post so I just hurried through at the end and forgot you!
Welcome to 3FC and our Slimmin' SAHMmies thread! You'll find so much support on this website and tons of information. My favorite thing about all the message boards is the most people don't buy into any of the fads or "lose weight quickly" schemes. It's all about taking it slow and steady and changing your habits for the better for life. You have a very similar goal to mine, I wish you the best of luck.
That's great that you have a walking track nearby. Where I used to live there is a great walking track about 5 minutes (by car) from my house, and I used to take the little guy with me every single evening. Now I'm moving to a neighborhood with tons of sidewalks (and very hilly) so hopefully that will be even better.
So have you noticed a difference after you cut out sodas? A lot of people lose a good amount of weight just doing that. It's hard for me to remember to drink a lot of water, but I've been numbering the caps 1-5 with a sharpie, so I know how many I've had and how many I've got to drink.
A little about me: I'm a SAHM and have a 14-month old boy. Also, we've got 9 cats. My hubby just got transferred and we're living back in Atlanta (we were living in Tennessee), and currently we're in temporary housing (a hotel) until we close on our new house. So I've got some exercise challenges built right in this month!
Okay, have a good day, ladies! Make great choices today!
Cynthia, Thanks for the welcome. And good luck w/ your move. I bet it will be nice to have those sidewalks and hills for your walking route. The walking track here is about 20 mintues from my house. It is located in town and we live in the boonies, LOL.
Would you believe that my wal mart has absolutely NO workout videos or dvds whatsoever!? I double checked today just to make sure, lol. But my DH did buy me a yoga dvd at the local pawn shop, I asked him if he REALLY expected me to be able to get in to some of those positions, LOL. He said he's proud of my progress, and that he knows that i will eventually be able to do them...Little does he know that even when I was thinner, I was still stiff as a board, LOL.
The only real difference I have noticed w/ dropping the sodas is that I dont have nearly as many cravings for sweets, of course that could also have alot to do w/ my mindset at this time. I think the times i tried to lose weight before, that i probably wasnt really ready, but this time I know that I must succeed.
I didnt get to go walking today afterall. DH went w/ me into town and his knees were hurting pretty bad (he has mild arthritis in his knees that started when he worked as a roofer) I have made about 10 trips up and down my basement stairs today, so that must count for something, lol.
Hope you all had a good day
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Amanda: Your Wal-Mart sounds like the Wal-mart in my old town in Tennessee. They hardly had anything, but the sad thing is, it's practically the only place in town to shop for anything. Unless you like the Dollar General stores, there are 4 of them in that one small town. I'm very glad to get back to civilization.
Your hubby sounds wonderfully supportive. That really helps, it's amazing how many times I've read posts from people who's husbands don't help/don't care, and even make things tougher than they already are. But I guess everyone responds to weight loss differently (either their own or someone else's). Yes, your trips up and down the stairs do count for something. You'll find those trips get easier and easier the further you get in your journey.
I am up to 45/150 minutes of cardio and 10/60 minutes of strength training. I did my pilates dvd yesterday and it was pretty good. It wasn't quite yoga, but I was shaking trying to hold some of the poses she got me into. I hope to get on the elliptical tonight after hubby gets home.
How are everyone's little ones lately? Carafre, are yours over their illnesses? My little guy is doing fine, but he's gotten a little picky about eating lately. He'll focus on one thing on his plate and refuse to eat anything else. Last night it was noodles. I hate that, because he's always been such a good eater and has always eaten such healthy, balanced meals. I wonder if I should give him vitamins while he's going through this phase. Other than that, he's doing great. He's tired of all the travelling we've been doing lately, though. And he misses his kitty-cats. One of our cats is named Blair and he calls her Blah, and whenever he sees a picture of a cat he yells "Blah!".
Good Morning Everyone! How is everyone doing today! I am doing pretty good. This week is a new week for me i am really trying hard not to fall off the "wagon"... And i am trying to upstep my excercise. Yesterday i did 30 minutes of Taebo, also i took a 30 minute walk with my son and pushed him in a stroller. So thats 60/150, I guess i can't complain. Ladies i really need your help on staying on this plan ESPECIALLY this week, on friday we are taking Family Pictures, and i want to look HALFWAY decent!
Amanda: and most importantly WELCOME to the SlimminSahmmies! You will find ALOT of GREAT SUPPORT, from all these WONDERFUL ladies! Good luck with your goals......remember one day at a time.
Well i hope everyone has a great day! Good luck to meeting your excercise goals....Take care ladies
Carefre: Quick question, how long have you had hypothryoidism? My son has that and is 3 years old, he has to take Synthroid....just wondering if it is something he will have for the rest of his life....?
Alisha - good for you! Keep it up. We'll be here to keep you on the "wagon"!!
I was diagnosed w/ hypothyroidism 3 & a half years ago - but I've had it all of my life. I should've been on meds forever. It was never diagnosed. Long story, but the gist is my parents weren't that keen on taking us to the dr... I have Hashimoto's thyroiditis - which means it was inherited (sp?). I have felt better (besides the weight) in these last 3 years than I have ever felt in my life. Check with his DR. and see what the cause is. They should be able to tell you if he Hashimoto's. I will be on medicine for the rest of my life. Not everyone takes it forever but most do. I am so happy that he is taking medicine for it. I strongly believe I would have done so much more if my parents had listened... anyway good for you!
I walked at 7 this am!!! I only did 30 minutes (the kids were not thrilled to be missing cartoons)!! I plan on doing my toning session and some more cardio. Hve a great day ladies.
Ok guys I NEED motivation!! This surgery kicked my A$$ I need to get back on track!! Now that I got fired and have all this free time on my hands as well as DH working days I can finally start going back to the gym!! My neighbor and I are going to start walking with our kids everyday as well!!
I love the idea of a water challenge!! I know I do not drink enough water!!
Cindy - Yes, the little ones are better. However, my little man is getting his molars & few other teeth in all at once!! I think I felt 5 breaking through!! HA! He's been grumpy and not eating. But atleast I know what it is. I know he'll fell better in a couple days. I understand totally about the picky eating!! My daughter wouldn't eat anything but peanut butter for a whole week! ARH!! Then it was bananas. Today, she is on a carrot fix. We will see how long this one lasts. She went through a noodle phase, too. I give her a Flinstone vitamin everyday (almost, when I remember.). Our pediatrician said it wouldn't hurt. I worry about how much she is actually getting. I swear I don't see how they survive on how little they eat!!!
Hope your little guy doesn't miss his kitties too much. They get so attached!!
ok JENNY - you asked for it!!!! Go, jenny! You can do it! You will feel so much better once you get going and keep going!! Good for you, go to the gym and get it done!!!
Alisha, My son was born w/ hypothyroidism also. he is 6 now and he will definitely have to take synthroid all his life, he is on 75mcg. His dr, tried to wean him off when he was 3 to see if could make his own, but unfortunately he's stuck on the meds. You're the first person i have ever met who also has a young child w/ hypothyroid. Oh, and thanks for the weclome
Cynthia, are you sure you didnt live in VA, LOL. Your old town sounds just like mine, we have 2 dollar generals, a dollar tree, and a family dollar. The worst part about my wal mart not having workout dvds, is that it is a SUPERCENTER they are supposed to have all these things, LOL. Oh well, I ordered a couple off of overstock.com hopefully i will get those in a few days.
Now I have a mommy question. My son, Christian, stays in trouble at school. I have taken his video games, grounded him, talked to him, everything i can think of. And yesterday he had a really good day, but today the principal called (again) to tell me that he threw scissors across the classroom, and that when they went out to the playground, he refused to come back inside! We have been over these same issues time and time again. Do any of you have any idea of what I can do to get through to this child? He doesnt show signs of ADD or ADHD or anything like that, he's just stubborn like his Dad, LOL. And he is doing wonderful academically, so if we could just tame his behavior, his school year would be great.
Thanks again for all the support. I havent eaten or done much of anything today. My stomach feels queezy. My little brother and my nephew had a stomach flu over the weekend, so i am probably about to suffer through that, LOL. As long as all 4 of us dont get it at the same time I'll be ok, LOL.
Heya all!
I'm sorta kinda a newbie to these boards (I've come and gone a few times but never been to involved). I'm a stay-at-home and work-at-home mommy to two cute little guys and I would love a place to vent my frustrations over having to deal with a home/kids/husband/job/ AND try to lose this dang baby weight that I've been carrying (and steadily gaining more) for three years now! It's so nice to meet ya'll!
welcome
Hello there, Amanda! Nice to hear from you. I also have hypothyroidism!! I take 137mcg a day. I also have to exercise like a maniac in order to lose any weight!! I had a miscarriage before i had my son & daughter. I wish you the best in getting healthy. WE do mini - challenges to keep us going!! Right now we are doing a 150min cardio challenge & a 60 min toning. The challenge is a weel long. I think we end Thurs. You are more than welcome to join or catch the next one!! We also weigh in on Saturdays!!!
Yay for me.... I plan on getting my cardio done tonight.
Good Morning SAHMmies!
And i am trying to upstep my excercise. Yesterday i did 30 minutes of Taebo, also i took a 30 minute walk with my son and pushed him in a stroller. So thats 60/150, I guess i can't complain. Ladies i really need your help on staying on this plan ESPECIALLY this week, on friday we are taking Family Pictures, and i want to look HALFWAY decent! 
and most importantly WELCOME to the SlimminSahmmies! You will find ALOT of GREAT SUPPORT, from all these WONDERFUL ladies! Good luck with your goals......remember one day at a time. 
It was never diagnosed. Long story, but the gist is my parents weren't that keen on taking us to the dr... I have Hashimoto's thyroiditis - which means it was inherited (sp?). I have felt better (besides the weight) in these last 3 years than I have ever felt in my life. Check with his DR. and see what the cause is. They should be able to tell you if he Hashimoto's. I will be on medicine for the rest of my life. Not everyone takes it forever but most do. I am so happy that he is taking medicine for it. I strongly believe I would have done so much more if my parents had listened... anyway good for you! 
You will feel so much better once you get going and keep going!! Good for you, go to the gym and get it done!!! 
