[Laurie in PA]

I just finished Kathy Smith's foundation workout! I did the whole thing & I am drenched.
Keep in mind that this is probably the longest I have worked out in over 3 years. I am
totally aerobic challenged - the whole left foot, right foot thing,ya know.

Lately, I haven't been hungry at all, but today I was starving all day. I had a banana
for a snack this morning & then a WW brownie bar. Lunch was a Arnolds sandwich thin with
turkey breast. I had a dr appt so didn't have a snack this afternoon, so when I got
home, I had 12 special K multigrain crackers with some laughing cow & a little chicken
salad.

I was stressing about my dr appt so I think that is what set me off. BUT!! He discharged
me so I don't have to go back - he was my radiology oncologist & I never really clicked with
him so I won't miss him at all

[Vaughnde]

WOW Thats a wonderful Accomplishment Theresa. I admit I walked in 90 degree heat but only 15 min worth...to the post office annex across the street and to Savings Grace to get some more empty boxes. Now I have boxes for my books! I'm taking a well deserved break for about 15-20 minutes then back to packing before heading out with the family tonight to a Ham Radio Potluck and Ice Cream Social. I'm taking LOTs of water!

[ChristyVW]

Ugh...woke up at 5 am and couldn't sleep. DH left for work at 6 am and it was very tempting to go back to bed! But I didn't! I got on my elliptical and got a half hour workout it. Haircut will keep me from the gym this morning and rain will keep us from taking the Bike-train anywhere, so I figured I better get it in before the day gets away from me!

So, come on girls! No excuses!!

Made some Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast cookies from the Sneaky Chef book. Not too bad, especially for having white kidney beans in them!! Maybe the addition of a little applesauce and a little splenda will spruce 'em up next time.

Happy healthy day to you all!

[ScrappingForever]

Oh, way to go, Christy! So proud of you!

I think I'm going to have to look for that cookbook you have, too. Sounds very interesting!

[PhotoshopScrapper]

OK ... managed 30 minutes of kickboxing this morning. My hips are still sore so didn't finish the video today. Off to breakfast

[podiumchick]

I took some measurements this AM. I SHOULD be at Day 90. However, I have discipline issues, LOL. I decided that three months of off and on Burn is enough and I need to move to Push, just for something fresh. I took the measurements to see if there have been any changes. Not sure how to interpret these except to say I need to do a better job of 'every day', which is tough given the busy-ness of my household AND even a little bit is a good thing!

5-24-09
waist 36"
hips 42"
abductors 24.5"
chest 40.5"
left/right arms 11.25"
left/right thigh 21.5"
weight 152#

8-21-09
waist 36" no change
hips 41.5" down .5"
abductors 24" down .5"
chest 40.25" down .25"
left/right arms 11.5" UP .5"
left/right thighs 20" down 1.5"
weight 155# =(

So, Coach, what does it all mean? I am being more consistent at my eating. Tonight is band mom's night out at Ruby Tuesday and I'm already drooling over the salad bar (I eat lots of veggies and go lightly on the dressing...)

I found a Timex HRM at amazon for under $40 that has avg. heart rate. Think I may get it.

[tiza126]

That sneaky chef cookbook sounds interesting. But I have a habit of buying cookbooks and never using them, because I only cook for myself and most recipes feed 4-6. I don't need a whole batch of cookies or pancakes or whatever.

Kim, I don't know what to tell you about your measurements, except for DON'T GET DISCOURAGED!!!

[ScrappingForever]

Kim, you said it yourself. Consistency is everything. I think your numbers look pretty darn good, considering that you haven't been able to do this every day. I saw the summer you had! Oy vey! I don't know how you keep up with it all! But yes, try to figure out when you can fit the exercise in. I know you already get up early, so you may just have to decide to do it as soon as you get home, on the days you work? If that's not an option, eat a light dinner then wait an hour or so and do it. It really doesn't matter what time of day you do it, just as long as you do it. Now, you may be saying, "I hate doing it that late in the day." Believe me, I can relate. It's easy to put it off and do other things. But that, too, is a mindset. Set your mind to doing it, no matter what and it will get done.

Things to keep in mind with this program. The first month is the month where you just start to get revved up. Most people don't really start to see the major changes until the 2nd and especially the third month. The 2nd month is when you're really going to be pushing the weights hard, and really building those muscles and getting that metabolism into high gear. The 3rd month is when it all comes together and you really start shredding the fat. Also, as you know, muscle is more compact than fat. So when you are exchanging fat for muscle, that scale may not move a whole lot, but your body will get tighter and trimmer. That means, don't let that scale number get to you. I know it's hard. Believe me, I know! Did you do a body fat measurement with the calipers? That's a very good thing to keep track of, and really helps give you a better idea of what's happening with your body. But all of this comes together in your clothing. If your clothes are fitting better, if you're moving down in size, then it's working, regardless of what any of the other numbers are saying.

So yes, move on to Push, be as consistent as you can, keep your eating on track, and you'll see results. And in the end, do your best and forget the rest.

HTH!

[MargotW]

Way to go Kim! Look at the inches you have lost - very impressive!

Yesterday wasn't a great fitness day for me - had nothing within me to push for the mile walk. Under on my calories and protein but over on my carbs. On the other hand, if I had exercised I wouldn't have been over on the carbs.

Struggled through my mile walk this morning but I did it.

Another day toward health and fitness for all of us!

[podiumchick]

Thanks, Jan. I did do the calipers too, just didn't include it. No change--still at 25.2. And my waist stayed the same. So I guess the middle of my body will respond more to diet because I really already see the changes coming in my arms and legs. I really like MFP for recording foods. For some reason I felt I could 'cheat' myself using the WW point thing online. With MFP I find myself looking to see if I have room in the protein or fat dept. for this or that snack or meal. I have been eating between 1500 and 1700 calories a day since this thread started and it is not too hard with all the support here!

[ChristyVW]

tiza126, on 21 August 2009 - 08:23 AM, said:

That sneaky chef cookbook sounds interesting. But I have a habit of buying cookbooks and never using them, because I only cook for myself and most recipes feed 4-6. I don't need a whole batch of cookies or pancakes or whatever.

Maybe you could find it at your Library? Even if the recipes are too large, there are some great ideas for sneaking veggies into different dishes and such. (I am not a big veggie eater, so I need to work them in however I can). Many of the recipes could probably be cut in half and a lot of things can be frozen too.

Keep up the hard work Kim! Keeping the eating in line will make a huge difference in your efforts!

[Shari PV Mom]

tiza126, on 21 August 2009 - 08:23 AM, said:

That sneaky chef cookbook sounds interesting. But I have a habit of buying cookbooks and never using them, because I only cook for myself and most recipes feed 4-6. I don't need a whole batch of cookies or pancakes or whatever.

Kim, I don't know what to tell you about your measurements, except for DON'T GET DISCOURAGED!!!

Christy already said it but I was just going to say that you could freeze recipes in portion size and then just take it out of the freezer and micro. Instant dinner! Also, most of the breakfasts in my Biggest Loser cookbook are 1 serving. And the dinners I am trying to eat the next day for my lunch. Easy prep. Just reheat!

So yesterday I was so tired all day long but I knew if I took a nap I wouldn't sleep last night. The withdrawal symptoms are diminishing but they are still there some. I didn't fall asleep until 11:00 but that's better than its been so I guess I'm making progress there. I also spent 25 minutes sweating on the Wii Fit with my daughter yesterday afternoon so that was fun, exercise filled together time with her! We might do it again this afternoon! I know I will need the movement just to keep me moving. LOL!

Dinner last night was a Pizza Burger from my Biggest Loser cookbook. It was really yummy but I think I like the BLT Burger from earlier in the week better. I'd eat it again though.

This morning I came [this] close to not getting out of bed but I did. I had to DRAG my butt out and into the livingroom. I pushed play and did my Ramp It Up and Slim & Limber workouts again. Still tired but I'm hoping a shower will refresh me and get me moving again. The kids want to play outside so I'll go out there with them for a little while too. I'm hoping we can get them a trampoline for Christmas so that will add to my activity level, I'm sure!

Okay, so for breakfast I had a slice of Zucchini Bread that a friend of mine brought over last night. She replaces the oil with applesauce though so they were lightened up a bit. I also made a whole wheat muffin with an egg white and a slice of turkey bacon (I don't like american cheese of any calorie count so I skipped it altogether) and it was so yummy! I think it's my new favorite breakfast! And quick and easy too!

And I've already had about 42 oz of water and it's only 10:00 am! I just might make my water consumption today! LOL! Definitely helps getting it in early.

[Blesha]

Today we went out, all of us, to a stable where a friend has her horse. We walked around there, and then we watched our friend while she rode on a field. I didn't sit still, because I had to make sure our youngest child didn't make too many sudden movements and/or loud sounds. Next time it's very likely that the oldest child and I will go there while my Dear Husband and our youngest child goes to have Daddy and boy time. Our youngest will of course be going with us again to the stable, but I think he needs some time to get used to it, and the oldest won't get much riding done if our youngest spooks the horse.

The main point here was that I walked a lot today - a lot for me at least.

[sarabethp]

Wow, this thread is amazing. I chimed in near the beginning and then went away for a 3 day vaca with no internet. Took me awhile to catch up as everyone has something good to share.

I missed a few days of tips I use so this is long. Feel free to skim and/or skip

Notes about whole wheat: We switched to WW versions of bread, bagels, muffins and pasta years ago. We found that over that time we have learned to prefer the WW to the white. It has so much more flavor than white and so much more fiber. If you have trouble with the bitter flavor of the white try spelt. It is a grain with even more benefits than wheat and yet tastes so much better. If you have a good health food section they carry spelt pasta and such. We use it to make homemade bread too. (psst! Jan, I would love to have your WW chocolate chip cookie recipe if you are willing to share.)

As for water intake you are supposed to be drinking half your weight in ounces of water. For me that is 90 oz. I have been doing that much water for years. Your body takes time to adjust and not have to go to the bathroom all the time, but it will adjust and you will reap many benefits. I have bad kidneys and get pains when I don't drink enough water. Also you are better able to digest your food. Here are some tips for getting in your water. First fill a 20 oz bottle of water the night before and place it by your bed or in the bathroom. Drink this while you are getting dressed, before you eat breakfast. Then immediately refill it and keep it near you all day. If you have some in it drink it before each meal. Keep it near you while you exercise and sip it during exercise. You will soon find yourself drinking it all.

I thought I would add in what I am doing. I am doing the nutri system diet. I was having a hard time with with WW. The nutri system diet has 5 meals a day. Lunch and Dinner involve their main course and 2 servings of veggies. Brrreakfast is their food plus protein/dairy and fruit. The 2 snacks a day involve protein and fruit. I am eating a lot more fruit and veggies than I used to, but I am full and that much fruit satisfies my sweet tooth. Their dessert is either a snack food or sweet dessert. They have a high protein and fiber content in their desserts. Their food tastes better than I thought. I have been following this really rigorously. I also just opened my MFP today.

I got in several walks to the beach on Wed and Thurs walked all over the aquarium. Chasing 3 boys helped. It felt good to actually be able to chase them and not feel exhausted by it. (Got some great pictures of the 2 yr old because I was chasing him.)

I started to get really frustrated about the fact that I was having to start to buy plus size clothes. That really depressed me. (Oh, just thought I would mention that I started at 185 lbs 2 weeks ago.) I am now down to 181 lbs. I am starting to feel the looseness in my jeans. Wonderful!

Got back to my Wii Sports Active this morning and could tell that I missed a couple of days workout. I am on the hunt for a workout where I don't have to skip exercises. I can't do lunges at all. I have really bad knees. When I lunge I can hear them grinding. Then they hurt. Too much running hurts them, although I have noticed that as the Sports Active started me out short and built up on the run time I am starting to be able to run more. It is also important that I don't lunge and limit the amount of squatting I do. I know lunges work so well for strengthening that area if I want working knees I need to find another way to get that exercise in. Any tips on good videos and such would be greatly appreciated.

[Julie - scrapaholic]

Confession time:

I have been a BAD, BAD girl today. Yes, that's right a BAD BAD girl. But it's okay, cause I'll get right back on the wagon tomorrow.

I was drving past Burger King, when it happened. I heard it LOUD and CLEAR. My name, yup, it was screaming. Julie... come get a whopper. Now, I should have just stopped there, but no, it also was screaming for me to get the fries too. So, I did.

Felt so bad, that after an hour, I got on my workout clothes, drove to the gym and did another 45 minutes on the treadmill. Did 50 minutes on it this morning. Sometimes though you just have to go with the call.

[MargotW]

Julie - a whopper would never call my name! BUT on the other hand did someone say ice cream??? Sweets are definitely a challenge for me. You were a good girl for doing extra exercises and burning extra calories. LOL

[PBarnes]

Just got back from my picnic with DH. We got Little King sandwiches (like Subway.) I had a 6" roast beef on wheat with lettuce, tomato, oil and vinegar. Not too bad. For dessert we had strawberries dipped in semisweet chocolate. I only had 4. We passed a Dairy Queen on the way home and it was soooo hard to not stop but I resisted.

We walked for over an hour around the beautiful reserve after we ate - briskly.

Boy, there is no way I could do half my weight in ounces of water! (Not gonna say how much that would be but it's a large number.) If I try to do more than 40-48 oz. a day, I'm going to the bathroom every 15 minutes. I've tried to build it up to more than that slowly over time but it doesn't help.

Blesha, I'm jealous that you got to walk around a stable. Good for you for getting out and doing it.

Julie, we all slip sometimes.

[ScrappingForever]

LOL Julie! Bad, bad girl! But good girl for doing more cardio to balance the scales - no pun intended.

Sara, I can give you some ideas of Beachbody workouts that might work for you. Are you into the dance aerobic types of things at all? If so, then you might like Yoga Booty Ballet or Turbo Jam, or even Hip Hop Abs. If you'd like more info on any of those, let me know and I'll send you the links.

Here is the link to my WW Chocolate Chip Cookies. Which reminds me, I need to make another batch!

The only difference to the recipe now is that I use two egg whites, instead of a whole egg and an egg white. Doesn't make any difference in the taste or consistency. Oh, and I also have been using Maple flavoring instead of Vanilla. I ran out of Vanilla and had Maple on hand, so I used that and YUM! Were they good!

Enjoy!

[Julie - scrapaholic]

That's right Jan you have to make another batch, and save it for next weekend LOL

Or you can just make a third batch on Thursday night.

[sarabethp]

Jan, thanks for the video suggestions. I can't afford to buy more this month, but I will look into them when I am ready for something new. I actually enjoy dance aerobics. I was fortunate to have that option in high school for PE as traditional sports were hard on my knees. I also have the Sansome Walk video that came with my Nutri system diet. I am going to try that sometime.

[Silly]

ScrappingForever, on 21 August 2009 - 03:03 PM, said:

LOL Julie! Bad, bad girl! But good girl for doing more cardio to balance the scales - no pun intended.

Sara, I can give you some ideas of Beachbody workouts that might work for you. Are you into the dance aerobic types of things at all? If so, then you might like Yoga Booty Ballet or Turbo Jam, or even Hip Hop Abs. If you'd like more info on any of those, let me know and I'll send you the links.

Here is the link to my WW Chocolate Chip Cookies. Which reminds me, I need to make another batch!

The only difference to the recipe now is that I use two egg whites, instead of a whole egg and an egg white. Doesn't make any difference in the taste or consistency. Oh, and I also have been using Maple flavoring instead of Vanilla. I ran out of Vanilla and had Maple on hand, so I used that and YUM! Were they good!

Enjoy!

I love Yoga Booty Ballet (YBB) the moves are easy on the joints but really get the heart rate up and is a great complete body work out - I also have their Cabaret and Hip Hop DVD's.

[ScrappingForever]

You bet, Julie! I make a batch of these pretty much every weekend, so I'll just have to make next weekend's batch a little early.

I haven't tried the Yoga Booty Ballet ones, yet, but they sure do look and sound fun. There's just not enough time to do them all.

[Silly]

For all you MP3 owners who can't imagine working out without one, I just found this very cool link called iTrain.com - they have over 200 workouts that can be downloaded to your MP3 player - I looked through there library and it looks like there's something for everyone. Check it out.

I'm off to the pool for an hour of water aerobics. Too hot for anything else...LOL.

[Shari PV Mom]

ScrappingForever, on 21 August 2009 - 04:32 PM, said:

I haven't tried the Yoga Booty Ballet ones, yet, but they sure do look and sound fun. There's just not enough time to do them all.

Oh come on Jan ... you're super woman! Surely you can find time in your day, each day, to do one workout from every Beachbody program there is!

[Vaughnde]

I've seen Turbo Jam on television back when I used to have cable. It was good. My problem right now is I cannot afford anything with this move and even september looks like its gonna be slim pickin's big time for budget. Dratted that coffee disaster anyway I'm still short $200 dollars I need Anyhow I'll try out your recipe Jan and get back with you probably october.

[Julie - scrapaholic]

A friend swears by the Slim in 6. She is addicted to it.

[Shari PV Mom]

Julie - scrapaholic, on 21 August 2009 - 04:56 PM, said:

A friend swears by the Slim in 6. She is addicted to it.

Addicted huh? That's hard to imagine. Right now I'm dying for Sunday to get here so I can sleep in! This 6 days a week of working out is gonna kill me!

[tiza126]

Yoga Booty Ballet just has a cool name. But I think I'll stick with my 10-minute butt kicker...I mean, trainer!

And I was a bad girl today too. We had our company BBQ. I ate BBQ pork steaks, cole slaw, garden salad w/ light Italian Vinagrette dressing, potato chips, 2 beers, and an Klondike bar. Oh, and some red licorice too. That was all around 1:30 pm, and I'm still stuffed. That BBQ was pretty much my whole day's calories and then some. I might have a piece of fruit later tonight. And according to my trainer schedule, tonight is a yoga flex night!! YAYYY!! I also have to make pineapple salsa for tomorrow and do a major clean of the apartment before company comes over tomorrow.

[Julie - scrapaholic]

Shari PV Mom, on 21 August 2009 - 05:32 PM, said:

Julie - scrapaholic, on 21 August 2009 - 04:56 PM, said:

A friend swears by the Slim in 6. She is addicted to it.

Addicted huh? That's hard to imagine. Right now I'm dying for Sunday to get here so I can sleep in! This 6 days a week of working out is gonna kill me!

No, I do mean addicted. We went scrapping for the weekend last week, and she took it with her, and requested a DVD for the room so she can play it at 6am before we all meet in the scrap room. Now that is addicted.

[scrappinchar]

Okay. I need a swift kick in the rear.

I didn't do any type of workout today.
I did eat a proper/healthy breakfast and lunch. (Haven't had dinner yet.)
But...I ate some Frito's and "Party Mix" (pretzels, cheezits, chex-like pieces, etc) earlier instead of grabbing a piece of fruit or carrots.
What do y'all do for salty cravings. I think I saw Jan post a list of snacks on one of these pages. Probably almonds, huh?

But...I DID stay away from the McDs sweet tea again today. (That's still quite an accomplishment for me. lol)

Gotta scoot...