Winning Losers Week of Sept. 24-newbies welcome!!!
 

A new week a new thread!!!

Current Challenges:
Tour de Losers
Water Challenge
Fall Leaf Challenge

We'd love to have you join us!

Good Sunday Morning everyone!! How is the weekend going for you?

I took some before pictures standing next to my tree yesterday. They are frightening. No different from the other picture I posted really except that I wore tight clothes so there is no hiding behind a kid or baggy clothes. That will be the last time I look like that!!!! I had a great day yesterday. made my water goal!! Today is supposed to be my "day" off but I plan on keeping it in check. No sense fighting half the week to undo damage done from one day right?

Looks like we've got another BEAUTIFUL fall day in store! Too bad I have an exam to study for!

I hope everyone has a wonderful day today! Be good to yourself! Stay strong and keep that control!! I'd love to see some Tour de Loser minute updates to see how far you guys have come this week!

Happy Sunday Ladies! I hope everyone is ready to begin a new week, time is flying! I am axious to get the week rolling, time to drop some leaves off my tree! :D

Melissa, we finally have some decent weather over here. Still warm but I'll take it I guess. :rolleyes: Yes, this will be the last time you look like that! That's what I had to keep reminding myself everytime dh snapped a picture. LOL Good luck with the studying!

Come out come out wherever you are!!!!!! Where is everyone???? Well. Whatever it is you guys are up to, I hope its fun! :)

Off to watch some football! Have a blast ladies!

Hello, hello!! :wave:

Thanks for starting us Danielle!

Sorry I've been so neglectful this weekend. Time seems to be working against me. I feel like I'm doing this :carrot: when I'm actually only :faint:

I did most of my Callanetic workout today. My husband and I are leaving for the track in about an hour. Then I will finish my Callanetics when I get home. I had to stop. Those dang things are painful!! :eek:

Danielle, I've been more lenient with myself this weekend too. But I'm still logging what I eat in Fit Day so that I don't go overboard calorie-wise. Yesterday I had an omlette and a piece of wheat toast. Today I had a grilled cheese. Any die hard low carber would have a :tantrum:, but I'm ok. :D :lol:

OK, BBL. Hope everyone is doing great today!!

Originally Posted by Hun.e.B:
I took some before pictures standing next to my tree yesterday. They are frightening. No different from the other picture I posted really except that I wore tight clothes so there is no hiding behind a kid or baggy clothes. That will be the last time I look like that!!!!
Today is supposed to be my "day" off but I plan on keeping it in check. No sense fighting half the week to undo damage done from one day right?

Melissa I love your determination and your smarts! I know that right now you're at the highest you'll ever be again in your life. I know you'll reach your goal. Secondly, you can still enjoy your "off" day. Moderation is the key. That's what we're learning. So I agree with what you said about keeping it in check. I actually responded earlier to the things you said, but I was doing it in such a hurry that I thought Danielle had written those things. :o
Great job, chick!

Danielle, I hope you enjoyed the games today. Our Lions lost of course. But we expect them too. :laugh: About 2 or 3 years ago they started playing near downtown Detroit again. Before they'd been playing in Pontiac. So, since they've been back the games have been selling pretty well. Yeah, we know they're gonna lose but we love 'em despite of their suckiness. :)

The track was quite an eye opener. I'm so, so out of shape! I thought I was doing pretty good until I went there.

The track is ten times harder than running on a tread or just around your home. There's not as much "give" on the ground. So you feel the stress throughout your entire body. I had the energy and lung capacity to run but my calves were burning. Those muscles were not used to that type of exercise. I was actually getting really frustrated with myself for not being able to run the way I wanted to. So I'd walk a lap, trot (not jog or run) half a lap, and do that in intervals. I did that for 2 miles. The good thing about the human body is that it has the capacity to adapt to conditioning. Good or bad. But it wants good. :)

My husband said he'd walk / trot with me in the evenings after work. Turns out that he wasn't in the shape he thought he was in either. :lol: So we'll work on it together.

That said, I feel really good. And proud of myself. The good thing is that, though my legs couldn't take it, my body actually had the energy for it. That's quite an accomplishment. Yey me!! So now I've got about 30 minutes of cardio and an hour of Callanetics under my belt.:D

yesterday was my sisters birthday party so I ran the treadmill at their house for about a half hour then hung out with them most of the day. My mom bought me a bag of frozen pasta that has corn carrots brooccoli chicken and the pasta is so amazing! I'm deffinately going to have to get me another bag when i go to the store. its delicious!

This morning I made Matt Irish Soda Bread. He was real happy about that so thats good. I havent tasted it but he says its really good. After that I did 30mins of tahitian dance and 30mins of YBB HipHop Abs. I was exhausted after that. I'm about to go for a jog, it looks cold and gloomy outside. best time to go out and excersize hehe. Hope everyones having a great weekend.

want to join this weeks challange...I have lost 11.6 so far in less than three weeks..WI tomorrow....I will let everyone know. I have been following the program...thanks for your support..

Good Sunday evening ladies! Thought I'd better check in tonight since I'm not sure I'll get to in the morning! Coming off a bronco win Yay!!! But I must hit the sheets since i gotta get up early to study! I've had a pretty good day considering its my day "off" I did have some freetos w/ chili cheese dip (not overdone though) and maybe 5 pizza rolls (those little ones) very high fat/high calorie but considering my portion sizes I'd think I was well within my calories for the day. Got in my 100 oz of water too. Not too shabby for a day off huh?

Danielle...didnt you order those callenetic workouts at one point? I cant remember if those were the ones or not.

Amanda...its okay I knew you were talking to me when you said Danielle LOL! Your dh is so great!! You are very lucky to have such an amazing support system behind you!! I'm glad the track was a challenge and you conquered it!! Then again you can conquer anything once you set your mind to it cant you!!! Are you sure you arent preggers hun? I remember my first pregnancy I was soooooo tired in the beginning months. I could sleep all day long, I'd go to work and come home and go to bed till it was time to get up again for work.

Nance...WELCOME!!!! Its so great to have you join us!!! Which challenge are you jumping in on? Way to go on some amazing successes so far!! You are kicking some butt arent you!!! You are doing so great!!! Keep it up!! Cant wait to get to know you better and cheer you on to success!!! You can do this and we are all right there behind you!!!

Alright ladies, have a fantastic Monday!! I'm going for my 100 oz a day this week again, I did it 4 days last week and 3 days of 70 oz. Make this the best week that you can!! Set those goals, I know you can reach them if you just put your mind to it and go for it!!! Dont be afraid to try! I KNOW you can succeed!

~melissa

Sara...dunno how I missed you!! I'm so sorry!! You are kicking some butt with that exercise!! way to go! And you avoided bread? How did you manage that? Bread is my downfall, not sure i've ever had irish soda bread but hey...if its break I love it! LOL!! Keep up the good work!! I hope you have a fantastic week!

~melissa

Hey ladies!

Hope yall had a good week! Mine was pretty good, it was short so it was even better. We had some friends over for dinner and I cooked it all pretty much myself and it was so good but im so glad it was my cheat day otherwise I wouldn't be able to eat a lot of the stuff I made. Anyways, my foot is all better and I am starting the Turbo Jam tomorrow morning bright and early and we went to the health food store and we were trying to find a supplement that was like this thing we got with TJ and see if if there is n e thing like it. Apparently all that is in it is calcium, potassium, green tea, and magnesium. I could drink a couple glasses of milk, eat a banana, drink some green tea and take a magnesium pill and i could have the exact same thing as those pills. They are a ripoff. It costs like $30.00 for shipping plus the amount of the pills, its crazy so we decided to see if there was something similar but less expensive. You have to take 6 a day, its absurd. So we got this pill that burn fat but as long as you eat healthy and drink lots of water, you will lose lots of weight so I am gonna try that along with turbo jam. He explained all the effects and everything so i just need to drink lots of water. Anyways i have a math assignment due tomorow morning and I need to get it done. Talk to yall soon.

Heather

Where is everyone it sure has been slow here. I jumped on and check yesturday didnt have a chance to post and it was still where it was last . Then to much susprise only a few post this morning. It is amost 10:30 here I jest woke up at 10 boy Was I ever exhausted Barley remember getting the girls up and on the bus.

Heather sorry to hear about the pills . I hate when they charge an arm and a leg and they arent what you expect.

Melissa way to go on the water and on your day off I have only been able to accomplish 4 out of the 6 day.

Bajachick3 Great to have you this is a great group I hope that you like them.


Lovethatsara You did wonderful on the treadmill at your moms . Glad to see you are doing well. Soda Bread I am making home made bread in my bread machine. I thought it would go nice with a pot of chili tonight.

Amanda the track I hate runnung the track when I was little I would hurt sooo bad by the time I got to the end. I will have to commend you for that one I couldnt do that now. :bravo:

Danielle I hope all is well with you . I agree everyone must be in hiding.

I better be going I have lots to do here right now I spent yesturday rearranging my living room around and I still have things to put away from therest of the house I was sooooom tired that I didnt do any thing else .Got to get everything cleaned up.

I hope everyone is having a nice day.

Good morning ladies! :dancer:

I really hope we get some of you ladies posting today, we miss you all. Inquiring minds want to know how you've all been doing. Even if it's not been so good weight-loss wise, we wanna know, maybe we can help.

Amanda, you are such an inspiration! You and that track had a bit of a disagreement, didnt you? But you showed it who's boss and conquered it anyways! I am so proud of you!!! It's awesome that dh will be joining you and is such a supportive participant on your quest for good health. Yay!!!

Sara, you are doing so well with that exercise. Good girl!!! You should be very proud of yourself for sticking with it, I hope it's getting alittle easier for you and doesnt feel so overwhelming.

Bajachick- :welcome: So glad you'll be joining us. You've been doing very well lately, can't wait to see more progress from you! Hope you'll feel free to chime in here at any time.

Heather, I'm so glad to hear that your foot is better and you'll be resuming your turbo jam. Bet it feels good to be over that hurdle and on to bigger & better things. Please be careful with any pills you're taking, ok? Wouldn't want anything happening to you sweets!

Melissa, sounds like you did good with food yesterday! I know it must've felt super to be in control like that. I know how hard it is when everyone around you seems to be indulging at every corner. Yeah, I bought callanetic videos eons and eons ago. They're all still in the plastic but 1! LOL Another test! They really bombarded you all at once didnt they? Well, I hope that means that there won't be anymore for a little while at least!

Bonnie, hey chicky. Your body was telling you something wasn't it? Glad you got the rest you needed. I hope today is another on plan day for you!!!

Gosh, just when I thought we were getting rid of the high temps, they're back! We've got 100 degrees forecasted thru the week, oh joy. Cannot wait til I don't have to run the a/c anymore, I'm so sick of that thing!

I ordered my book last week for .75 . Cracks me up how the shipping is like 4x that but hey, at least the book was cheap right? Who all is going to be joining Melissa, Amanda & I for our October read???? Anyone??

Sincerely, I really hope that all our MIA ladies will pop in and at least say hello. I hope you are all well and just busy with day-to-day stuff. We'd hate to think that any of you stopped posting because you're having issues with diet or whatever. We want to help any way we can. Support & motivate is the name of our game here!

Have a super day girls! I got errands to run so I'll be back later. Hopefully we'll have some missing faces popping in soon!

♥danielle

:dancer: GOOD MORNING LADIES!! :cofdate:

Hello, Hello, Hello!

I think we're all here just busy. I have been working on getting my toy ideas patent with this lawyer. The design was a little difficult, but all is well now. I think its going to work out well. I had dropped this ball on this idea since last x-mas and my mother insisted I keep pressing on. Its expensive to get something patent and marketed.

Anyways my Little one started walking on Friday. :woo: She is so tiny 16lbs 8oz for 14 months old. Its so sweet and its hugh accomplishment. I didn't know if she would even live at 1lb 3oz let alone walk. So my family celebrated this weekend. We were all in tears, included my dad and he never crys.

I didn't stick to my diet this weekend. So i have started over today. Gosh My biggest challenge is still the water.

Amanda I know what you mean about actually jogging on a track. It is much harder. You definitely have to pace yourself. But You do loose the weight faster.

BBL

Good afternoon all!! It makes me sad to see how slow we've become, where did everyone go?

Heather...its great to hear that you are doing so well!! YOu are absolutly right about supplements most of the time you can get the same intake just with your regular food consumption. I was told in a nutrition class by a registered dietitian that the only people who really need supplements are the young and the old. If you eat a healthy balanced diet you should already be getting your RDAs. Thats why I've never bothered with vitamins or supplements because there is such a thing as too much. Keep up the good work chickie!

Bonnie..all that exercise is working that body and making you tired! Make sure you get good rest too. I hope your day goes well and you can get everything accomplished you have set to do!!

Danielle....ugh that heat! I dunno how you can stand it! I love my change of seasons, I think all that time in AZ made me realize how much they meant to me. You just reminded me I gotta get my book ordered too! How's that cough/throat thing doing? Almost ready to pick up the exercise again?

Alright...another exam tomorrow so I gotta get studying. Philosophy! UGH!! So far today has been going GREAT!!! Sticking to plan like a champ! Drinking my water too! I snuck a peek at the scale this morning and nope, no ill effects from yesterday's off day!! I'm very happy about that. I kept it all under control! And really didnt miss anything either. Why does life revolve around food?

Have a wonderful afternoon everyone!!

~melissa

Oh Trish I missed ya!! Congrats to your little one on her first steps!!! How exciting! Just wait she'll be running and you wont be able to keep up! Back on the wagon today! Good for you! I've got my water bottle handy, how about you? You can do it!! Have a wonderful afternoon!

~melissa

Trish Congrats on the walking . I know it is the best feeling when your child takes their first steps . At least it was to me.

I didnt do any workout today I have been busy Cleaning house and doing laundry and stuff so I will hopefully take my walk later. If the rain stays aways. Boy has this board ever been dead lately. Where is everyone??
My Step Daughter is mailing me Pictures of my Grandson He is sooo cute. We havnt got to met him yet I hope soon though. He will be 2 here in march . I hear he is a real terror on wheels.

I better be going gots more laundry to do and stuff to put away.

Can I get in?

I know it does seem like we're slowing down a bit on here. I have to admit I got really busy there for awhile and just couldn't keep up.

I have to update the September challenge board for last week also.

Melissa: Good luck on the test. Thanks on the little one. I didn't have my water but I do now. I can get about 40 to 60 oz in a day, then I get tired of the water. It was really easy in the beginning now its becoming a chore.

I love the exercise though.

Hi Bonnie: I haven't been able to re arrange my living room in for ever. especially now with the littleone. I love doing that kind of stuff. I want a new house then I'll start that process over.

Hi Danielle: I'm going to do the read in October too. I need to go get the book tomorrow.

Hi Amanda

Hi Iwantnewpants

Hi Aqua

Hi Heather: Young lady stay away from all those crazy drugs some work some don't. Glad you dinner turned out good.

Hi Sara it sounds like your dropping a lot weight. Congrats are in order. :carrot: :carrot: :carrot: Keep it up. Mike going to be apologizing soon.;)

Remeber ladies Mia is on vacation. I don't know where Aqua is. Aqua where are you? :o

:welcome3: Aliceshellique and Bajachick3. Nice to have you with us. make yourself at home. Tell us all about yourselves.

oh oh! Can I get in on this too? I just signed up! Where are the goals at, like what are the water goals for the day? Or do we set our own goals? Thanks ladies! I am still trying to find my way around this place!

Trish, good to see ya lady! :wave: OMG what wonderful news about your DD!!! I can only imagine how proud your family was watching her this weekend. Aren't kids somethin' else? Sometimes I look at mine and they literally take my breathe away. My sis is encountering the same thing as far as walking babes...my niece who is just turned 9mon. has taken it upon herself to walk. She skipped crawling completely and went straight from sitting up to pulling herself to standing. Needless to say, dear ol' mom was not prepared for such an active kid so soon! lol Glad to hear ya got back on the wagon today and are starting again! No time like the present is there? Good luck with the water, its just one of those things isn't it? I know I am thankful that I don't work otherwise I know for sure I'd be struggling with it too! I don't know how you gals do it! BTW, be sure and check half.com for our Oct. read if you can't find it locally. Out of 5 libraries here, not a one carries it so had to order it. Can't beat 75cents for a book!

Melissa, yeah definitely don't get any change of seasons here! lol Being a California girl I can't say that I have ever experienced it in my life. I think the closest I ever came was living in Northern Cali--still, no snow though. If the kids weren't so settled here, I seriously would have half a mind to move somewhere where we could experience all that. Not to mention buying a house for LOTS cheaper! The exercise was supposed to commence this morning however dh had other plans for me! :rolleyes: He had a list of errands for me to run since he's working all day. Looks like tomorrow he will be doing my bidding since it's his day off! :devil: I am seriously gonna try and get some in tonight though as I watch tv if I can get thru all the chores I have lined up. The cough is still there but it feels like it's losing steam. Thank God! Am looking forward to sweating for a change! Bob still keeps whispering to me, especially now that I have to see him once a week as it is on Wed. LOL Oye, I am seriously delusional, ain't I?

Bonnie, a busy bee today huh? I'm gonna have to get that way real quick here in a sec. if I can ever peel myself away from the computer that is! LOL Ohhhh a new grandbaby!!! Betcha can't wait to lay on eyes on that cutie, huh?

♥danielle

Aliceshellique and Cartersmama!! Welcome welcome!!! Its great to see some new faces around here!! Jump in wherever you want! As far as goals we all set our own, for instance my goal this week is to get 100 oz of water a day.

We have a couple of challenges going, one is the Tour de losers where you figure out how far it is to a vacation spot you'd like to visit and you exercise your way there!

Another is the Fall Leaf Challenge where you make a tree (get out those crayons and paper) and some leaves and you tape it up somewhere in your home. Then every pound you lose during Fall (september 23-december 13) you take a leaf off your tree. The idea is to have no leaves on there come winter!

Other than that, just jump in where you can! We are thrilled to have you! You'll see we are pretty laid back and all about support and motivation around here! Cant wait to get to know you better!!

~melissa

Are They Jealous of Your New Body?
 

Ran across this article on another board I lurk on and found it very interesting. I experienced this the first time I lost a huge amount of weight. At first I thought I was nuts or being narcisistic in thinking that anyone could be jealous of me! lol So glad to know that I am normal. Well. Almost anyways! :dizzy:

♥danielle


Are They Jealous of Your New Body?
Why friends and family may not be thrilled with your weight loss -- and what to do about it

By Colette Bouchez
WebMD Weight Loss Clinic - Feature

Reviewed by Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, LD

You've given up most of those high-calorie foods you used to love. Exercised every day, even when you didn't feel like it. And finally, it's all paying off: You're edging toward your weight loss goal -- and looking pretty terrific!

At the same time, you've encountered what seems like a surprising lack of enthusiasm from some of your family and friends -- maybe even your partner -- about your new look.

As unusual as this may seem, experts say it's actually quite common to receive some unexpected reactions when you dramatically change your appearance.

"Human beings are hard-wired to resist change, so it's not uncommon to encounter some resistance whenever change occurs," says John McGrail, a Los Angeles clinical hypnotherapist and behavior expert.

Complicating matters further: When we accomplish a goal -- particularly something as difficult as losing weight -- it may serve to remind friends and family of their own failed attempts. That, too, can spark a negative reaction.

"In some ways, your weight loss becomes a symbol of their inability to accomplish their goals, so they may begin to act resentful -- or even mean -- oftentimes without even realizing they are doing so," says Christian Holle, PhD, an assistant professor of psychology at William Patterson University in Wayne, N.J.

If their goals happened to also involve weight loss, the resentment (especially from friends) can be doubly strong.

"You may find that they are suddenly excluding you from activities, saying mean things, taunting you about your new body or even your new clothes -- all born of resentment about not being able to achieve their own weight loss goals," says Warren Huberman, PhD, a psychologist who often counsels patients in conjunction with the New York University Program for Surgical Weight Loss.

What's more, Huberman says, when you experience that resentment, it's not uncommon to have a "knee-jerk reaction" yourself and to pull away in anger and hurt. But this is the last thing you want to do.

"You have to think about how you would feel in a similar situation, or maybe how you felt when others lost weight and you couldn't," Huberman says. "Try to put yourself in the place of the person who didn't win the lottery, so to speak, and you'll see that the resentment is all about them and not about you."

Love, Sex, and Weight Loss

For many folks, the decision to lose weight is met with an enthusiastic response -- particularly from intimate partners. Most relish the idea of having a healthier, happier (not to mention hotter-looking) significant other.

But sometimes, even the most encouraging partner can turn into a less-than-stellar supporter once the weight loss actually begins to show.

The reason: Your newfound good looks might be encouraging some formerly well-hidden insecurities in your partner.

"If a spouse becomes slimmer, feels better, and gets more attention from friends and strangers alike, their partner can suddenly feel threatened by the change in the status quo," McGrail tells WebMD.

Some may go so far as to accuse their newly slimmed-down partner of seeking out attention from the opposite sex, or of having an affair -- even when there is no real basis to believe that, Huberman says.

The answer, Holle says, is don't get mad, and don't feel bad. Instead, recognize that it's your partner's insecurities talking. And try a little gentle persuasion, aimed at soothing what is likely just a temporary slump in their own self-confidence.

"Remind them of how much their support has meant to you, and how happy you are to be healthy enough to do more things together," says Holle.

Often, he says, all that's needed to put the relationship back on track is letting your partner know he or she is wanted and needed -- along with a little reassurance that your feelings have not changed.

Huberman agrees: "The key is not to recoil and let walls build. Recognize what is going on, address it gently, and keep the lines of communication open."

Most of the time, experts say, a moderate jealous reaction from a friend or lover is normal and not indicative of any serious problems.

"Weight issues are sometimes used as weapons of control in a relationship."

At the same time, McGrail reminds us that weight issues are sometimes used as weapons of control in a relationship. When this is the case, a partner or friend may have used your weight as a kind of "emotional hammer" to keep you down and keep themselves the center of attention.

When this is no longer possible, experts say the whole dynamic of the relationship can change. And sometimes, it may crumble.

"If this does happen it usually means there were serious problems all along, and the weight loss just forced the issues to come out," says Huberman.

At the same time, don't be too surprised if weight loss also triggers the idea in you that certain relationships are no longer satisfying or healthy.

"Many times a person will remain in an ungratifying relationship because of their weight, because they have feelings of diminished self-esteem," says Huberman. Sometimes, he says, overeating may have even been triggered by problems in the relationship.

And once the weight is lost and you begin to feel better about yourself, it's not uncommon for you to want more from all your relationships, experts say. If that's not happening, it may be time to consider moving on.

"It can be a hard decision to leave friends and lovers behind, but sometimes it's just necessary to get on with your life in a positive and more healthy way," says Holle.

Dropping the Pounds, Keeping the Friends
The good news is that, most of the time, the really important relationships in your life will remain.

The first step in making sure that happens is to acknowledge that your weight loss has changed certain relationships. Be the first one to bring it up with those who are involved.

"You don't want to be accusatory because that only puts people on the defensive and drives a bigger wedge between you," Holle tells WebMD.

His suggestion: Open the conversation with your friends or family members by acknowledging that there seems to be something on their minds, and ask if they'd like to talk about it.

"Bring it up, bring up the changes in your appearance, and ask gently if there is something about the way you look now that is upsetting them," says Holle. "Don't accuse, ask."

The goal of the talk, he says, is to open the lines of communication in a very empathetic manner.

Huberman agrees: "It's perfectly fine to tell your friend that you notice a change in attitude towards you and ask if you can talk about it."

When you do, he says, tell them gently that you've noticed they don't include you as often, or don't seem as open to you as they did in the past -- and ask why.

Often, he says, you may discover your friends have been feeling they aren't "good enough" for the new you.

"When this is the case, some reassurance of your commitment to the friendship may be all that's necessary to put things back on track," says Huberman.

It's also important, the experts say, is to do some soul-searching about whether you may be putting a bit of distance between your new self and your old friends or spouse.

"You deserve to celebrate your achievements," Huberman says, "but it may also be worth asking yourself if your newfound joy might be perceived as a tiny bit arrogant."

If you think this might be true, don't downplay your accomplishments. Instead, share your joy about your new body, while explaining how, in the past, your weight may have kept you from being the assertive, active person you are now.

"In most instances, those who love you will not only get used to the new you, they will celebrate your newfound good health, good looks, and new attitude," says Holle.

If even after you try to include them in your joy, a partner or pal still resists supporting your achievements, it may be time to discuss the problem with a counselor. A professional can help you sort things out and determine whether the relationship is worth saving.

Published Mar. 10, 2006

Aliceshellique & Cartersmama :welcome2: It's wonderful to have you with us. Pull up a chair and stay awhile with us. We are a very laid back bunch who love a good time! We are here for you in any way we can help you. Looking forward to getting to know you ladies better!!!

♥danielle

:welcome3: cartersmama

The Water goal is 100 oz a day, Whew.

The tour de Highway is pick a place you'd like to travel and how many miles it takes to get there by bike, jogging, or walking. You also what to know how long it would take you to get there as well. Like my goal is New york its going to take me until january and its approximately 964.7 miles. I got aways to go yet but i try to do about 8 to 9 miles ( bike or treadmill for me) each time I exercise. It really depends on the equipment or none equip you use to.

I believe danielle can explain the tree challenge to you for the fall.

sorry melissa we were posting at the same time.

LOL no problem trish...tour de highway...I couldnt think of what you named that challenge! Sorry I stated it wrong a couple of times!

~melissa

Hi Danielle and Ladies! Thanks for the invitation Danielle. I love the picture of Bob! I don't know how you stand that heat! We're on our way to Alaska! Talk about opposites! LOL So, what is the book you're all reading?

Well, a little introduction...I'm a SAHM of three (11, 7 2). We're leaving on a once in a lifetime trip on Friday - moving to Alaska! I'm so completely geeked I can't hardly stand it! We sold our home (and thankfully made a very nice profit) and we packed everything we wanted to keep into an enclosed trailer and we're heading out across the Dakotas, over to Washington up through British Columbia into Alaska. No home to go to. No jobs. Yep, our families (and every other person who hears our story) thinks we're crazy. BUT, they all say they wish they were doing it too! LOL It's going to be quite an adventure. If the trip is even half as great as I think it's going to be I'll be thrilled! I plan to make a huge life change with my eating/exercise lifestyle on this trip also. Hiking/biking is on the daily agenda. I finally broke down and weighed in today...189.5...UGH. But, it's a starting poing right? This is the last time I will see that number. 50 pounds to go. I lost about 85 pounds a few years ago - but managed to gain it all back. When I had dd (2 years) I topped out at 245. So, I'm down a bit - but not enough to be happy. And.....when Momma ain't happy ain't nobody happy. Okay, I guess I better stop blabbing.

Thanks again for the invitation. You all look like a great group of ladies and I look forward to being a part of your weight loss success!

Hey there Alaskan Melody! I am thrilled you decided to join us here. These women here are wonderful in so many ways, and you can certainly count on any one of 'em to jump in and give you the support you need!

Wow! Your trip sounds amazing and wonderful and a lil' scary all rolled into one! :lol: I gotta tell ya tho', those are the kind I love!!! Your kids will never forget it that's for sure! Oh, and the hiking & biking out there, will be absolutely breath taking I'm sure!! During all this move will you be able to keep in touch with us? I certainly hope so!

You sound like a woman on a mission, I say GO FOR IT! You will definitely get results with such an awesome attitude and winning spirit. Again, it's great to have you here with us! Lookin' foreward to the journey ahead with you.

♥danielle

Hi all.
I lost some momentum but I didn't slip up. However, I took my monthly pictures and got a bit discouraged. I can see the changes, the very slight changes, but I look so "puffy." I don't know, it's just getting to be too daunting, the amount I want to lose. I feel like I can't keep going...

Hey Danielle, yes, my family insisted we buy a laptop to have on the trip so we can stay in touch - download pictures, etc. So, I'll definitely be checking in here every day for getting and giving support! It's on Ladies!

P.S, about the book.......
We're going to start reading a book as a group called "As Seen on TV", by Sarah Mlynowski. I had trouble finding it so I ordered from half.com for .75 plus shipping. You may get lucky to find it locally! I hope you'll be able to join us.

And about Bob.......
I ♥ Bob!!! Not only is he easy on the eyes, I find him motivating and truly caring to the people he trains. He really cares about what he's doing, I love that. And as for the heat...ugh! I am so ready for it to cool down! You do get used to it after awhile however, just would be nice to have normal temps like normal people! lol

Originally Posted by AlaskanMelody:
Hey Danielle, yes, my family insisted we buy a laptop to have on the trip so we can stay in touch - download pictures, etc. So, I'll definitely be checking in here every day for getting and giving support! It's on Ladies!

Yay! Your family gets a gold star for good thinking!!! You will have to take some pics of your adventures, can't wait to hear the stories. You know on a trip like that there are bound to be stories! :D

♥danielle

Originally Posted by Altari:
Hi all.
I lost some momentum but I didn't slip up. However, I took my monthly pictures and got a bit discouraged. I can see the changes, the very slight changes, but I look so "puffy." I don't know, it's just getting to be too daunting, the amount I want to lose. I feel like I can't keep going...

Aw hon, I certainly know how you feel and understand the overwhelming task of losing "all that weight". Sweetheart you said it yourself on your pictures, you've got changes happening, especially in your face. I can SO tell big time!! You look mahhhvelous *said in my best Billy Crystal voice* dahling! I know that looking at the whole picture for me has been too much and I have had to really focus on baby steps. For right now I am only focusing on what I've challenged myself for Fall. 24 pounds, that's it. Also, going by how your clothes fit is a fantastic way to gauge your progress. You are doing it!! I think you look great. :hug: Chin up toots, keep shining it will all pay off in the end!

♥danielle

:welcome: to alll you new ladies! We're so, so glad to have you! :grouphug:

I'm sorry I've only been in sporadically. Work was very busy. I'm about to run to Play It Again Sports for a treadmill. They have some used ones for $50 - 90. I want to look at them and see if I want one.

When I get home I'll have to get ready for bed. I'm going to work in production tomorrow morning from 6 - 8, then work my regular hours. I hope to be able to get to the personals then.

I really miss you all. :(

I would like to start off by given a big Hello to Cartersmama , Aliceshellique, AlaskanMelody. This is a great place to share and jest come togeather and it is a good place for Motivation. I hope that all of you will like it here.

I didnt get to walk tonight I will have to do a good workout tomorrow. I am still sore from using the weights on Saturday. But it feels good to find muscles that I didnt know that I had. Not too much going on here jest finishing laundry and cleaning up after dinner.

Well Check in tomorrow and Have a good night.

hi everyone:hug: i miss you guys already ill be checking in once a day because my in laws have dial up welcome new comers you will like it here well im in new orleans we made it this morning i found out that tmo is on its way that explains my cravings and when i got to new orleans my mother in law had red beans and rice waiting, it just so happens its the big Saints football game tonight and the reopening of the superdome so its crazy down here we plan to go to bourbon street tonight for the after the game celebration its so great to see the city's spirit back also this week we plan to go the the casino as far as dieting well lets not talk about that but my sister in law will be taking me to the park to walk around the track and fighting the crowds on burbon street should be exercise and i bought my turbo jam with me
well have a good night guys and ill see you tomorrow

Alaskanmelody...hello and welcome!!! so great to meet you!! Wow..alaska,that is quite the adventure. My mother used to live there she just loves it, my sister still lives there. I've done that pack up everything and go before and its scary...but it will all work out!! You've got alot to look forward to! How exciting! We've got kids the same ages! You can conquer this trip then you can conquer anything!! Even those weightloss goals!!

Altari..you are doing GREAT!! You've lost 14 lbs and 4 inches...the proof is right there that you are shrinking! 4 inches is ALOT!! Dont give up on you, you are worth the fight! Congrats on your amazing successes!!

Amanda...busy girl..is it keeping you out of trouble? I hope you had a successful treadmill shopping trip!! Our play it again sports has nothing but brand new stuff anymore...how can they call that play it again?? LOL!!

Bonnie...and all those new muscles are burning more calories!! Keep up the good work!

Mia...I hope you are having the absolute best time!!! And still being good to you!! Turbo jam on vacation...you are a determined girl!!!

Alright ladies I'm starving!! Time to get some dinner and back to the books!! Its been such a fantastic day!!! I'm very proud of myself!!

~melissa

Hi Melissa, Thanks for the welcome! I'm glad to hear your Mom and Sister enjoy Alaska so much. We've never heard anybody say they didn't love it! What are you studying?

What kind of exercise does everybody do? I've seen mention of Turbo Jam...LOVE IT! I was doing really well with it a couple months ago...then we started packing and getting ready and it all went out the window. I was doing TAEBO when I lost all the weight last time. I REALLY enjoyed it. But, I think I kinda burned out on it. Turbo jam is basically the same thing with a little spicier music. lol I bought a Jillian Michaels DVD yesterday (because I was really stupid and packed all my other work out videos) and I can play it on the laptop so I plan to start that tomorrow morning. We'll see how it goes. I watched it today so I could see what to expect and it looks like a killer. Gotta start some time right?!

Well, Mom duty calls. Let's make the most of each day Ladies!

Good Morning Ladies! It's time to RISE AND SHINE!

WOO HOO - I did the Jillian Michaels DVD this morning. Wow. It was not easy. I'm sure I will be feeling it later, but it was good to move again.

Let's make the most of the day we've been given Ladies! Have a great day.

Bonnie - Thanks for the welcome. Finding those new muscles feels great doesn't it!

Miafluker - Thanks too for the welcome. Hope you're having a great time in New Orleans. How fun.

Must shower.