Pedometer Search

Thursday, September 10, 2009

In the 2 months I've been on Spark People I've lost 2 pedometers (cheapies) so I decided to find a better pedometer. I went to the local sports store after work and they only had 1 brand so I came home and searched the internet and Walking.com. I found several reviews and comparisons for pedometers and found one I like. So.... I sent away for it. Yipee. It is more expensive and supposedly very accurate. It works for people with round bellies (that would be me) and it has a security strap. It will take 3 to 5 days to get here and I can't wait.

  

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FUNNYGRANNY71 9/10/2009 4:41PM

Let us know if it is as good as they say it is. By the way, I can relate to round bellys. I sometimes think I have my round belly and someone else's too. Report Inappropriate Comment

JENGRAMMER 9/10/2009 12:21PM

If it works, let me know!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

JILLTBNAGART 9/10/2009 9:33AM

I've never had one work for me. I walk at least 10 miles a day every day. I got a huge 50 steps on the last one I had. I had it on my shoe for goodness sakes! I tossed that sucker as far as I could. Report Inappropriate Comment

HUGGSUMONE 9/10/2009 9:29AM

I know what you mean. I have had about 10 given to me at one time or another and they have disappeared while I was wearing them. I found one crushed in my driveway. It is funny this came up. I just received another one from my job yesterday. I put it on right away. When i took it off last night it had 13 on it. I walk thirteen steps from my desk to the copier so I know it isn't accurate. I have it on again today to see if it brings different results today. I'm not hopeful. Report Inappropriate Comment

The Challenge of Being Alone

Wednesday, September 09, 2009

My DH is leaving this am for a week hiking in Utah with his brother. They've been doing this for about 3 years now. I'm really happy that he is healthy and active enough to do this and that he has such a good relationship with his brother. My only concern is that usually I spend this week eating as much of all the foods I want as I can. Usually I sit around watching TV and reading isolating myself. This year will be different. I have 3 goals: 1) stay on track with my eating 2) do 30 min of cardio a day and strength train 3 x week 3) keep in touch with my friends.

I'm going to keep it simple and SUCCESSFUL!

  

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DENRNAJ 9/9/2009 4:22PM

The power to choose is all yours. Focus on your goals and make a promise to yourself that since you are worth it you can do it! Report Inappropriate Comment

FUNNYGRANNY71 9/9/2009 3:45PM

I know you can do this. I think the key is staying busy. When my hubby goes out for the day to play golf., usually I go out with my girlfriend and do lunch and a movie. I feel we both deserve time to ourselves to do what we want to. Make it a great time to only have to think about yourself. This can be a reward for you. Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIA441 9/9/2009 12:42PM

Where is it you want to go?Do you have children you could visit with or a girlfriend who you could take day trips with. My DH is talking about going with one of his brothers on a boating trip and I am making plans to do some day trips with friends. How about cleaning out closets or the basement. Make up projects to do.Walk in the park, work in the yard,keep busy! Enjoy some "me" time! Hope this helps. Hugs Pat Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/9/2009 11:08AM

good for you. I am sure that you will be able to do this. You have a good track record now and you have a goal in mind. Report Inappropriate Comment

JHADZHIA 9/9/2009 8:33AM

Parking it in front of the TV is probably responsible for more junk food eating then any other activity around. If you can stay away from it for the week, that would be a good thing. Think of activities that would keep you busy, could be mudune, like cleaning out a closet or cupboards, and getting rid of stuff you don't need. A project you wanted to get on, but didn't have time for. Get out of the house and garden, walk, help a neighbour, what ever you can think of for busy work. Make sure you don't buy anything that is not healthy to eat, that is a biggie, so you only have good things to snack on and eat. Spend time on here, posting and talking, its hard to type and eat at the same time! I wish you luck with this, its going to be hard! Report Inappropriate Comment

NANCYBFULLER 9/9/2009 8:22AM

When I am home alone for long periods of time, I like to go for long walks. Report Inappropriate Comment

YOYONOMO3 9/9/2009 7:52AM

Keep your eye on the prize and keep reviewing your 3 goals in your head. Most importantly know that you can do it!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

What Size am I?

Tuesday, September 08, 2009

Its time to start another week and continue on with my journey. I was disappointed with my picture showing my 20 lb weight loss. I truly didn't "see" my size until I looked at the picture. I guess I feel smaller than I am now that I am losing weight. When I am eating and gaining I feel huge and ugly. When I am losing I actually feel "slim". I don't know if that's a good thing or a bad thing, its just a truth. I didn't know I was as large as I am. I am not going to let that discourage me, I want it to motivate me to look as slim as I feel. I do feel great now that I am healthier and more active. Its just going to take time to let my body catch up with my feelings. I am so glad I have a place like SP to document this journey. I think this realization of how I look could bring me down if I didn't have SP friends to keep me motivated. Onward and downward (with the scale!)

  

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WATERMELLEN 9/8/2009 6:16PM

Smaller is good -- and you have done very well. Pat yourself on the back and keep on going!! Report Inappropriate Comment

NANCYBFULLER 9/8/2009 9:17AM

But isn't that thin feeling a wonderful feeling. Don't let the pictures fool you. They are only one moment in time. Report Inappropriate Comment

PATRICIA441 9/8/2009 8:27AM

I know when I lost my weight I had no concept on how I looked. I would go walking and ask my DH am I that thin , no my DH would say you are thinner. Congrats on your weight loss. You are doing great. Report Inappropriate Comment

GRANDMAZ23 9/8/2009 8:05AM

I definitely can relate! I've only lost a little over 7 pounds since I started, but I feel like I've lost 50 and when I see myself in the mirror I'm wondering who that fat lady is! Don't let the mirror fool you -- you ARE smaller and absolutely ALOT healither! Report Inappropriate Comment

SVENTRELLA 9/8/2009 7:53AM

I think the same way, big when I am eating and slim when I am losing. It is my way (and yours too!) to keep you motivated and keep your self esteem up when you're transitioning your weight loss. Keep up the good work. A 20 lb weight loss is absolutely fantastic! Report Inappropriate Comment

Labor Day Weekend

Monday, September 07, 2009

We're back from the cabin. Had a great weekend! Only went over calories x 1 on Friday. We hiked a lot and I will be adding a couple of pictures to my gallery later. I missed my spark. Sure wish we had internet in the mountains!

  

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ANNETHELL 9/7/2009 10:40PM

Great news that you only went over your calorie count on one day. I didn't do to good this weekend, but tomorrow is a new day. AnnE Report Inappropriate Comment

NO_SNOW_BODY 9/7/2009 8:59PM

That is good to do so well on your nutrtion, congrats. Report Inappropriate Comment

My Rewards Day

Friday, September 04, 2009

I had a great day yesterday. When I went to the Rec Center to swim, I found out that it was closed for a week for annual maintenence. I stopped for a second, then remembered that the old city pool was available at the North end of town--so off I went and swam for 1/2 hour w/o stopping.

On the way home, I stopped and used a Christmas Starbucks gift card to buy 2 Grande non fat, decaf, sugarfree vanilla lattes (1 to give to DH) for 130 calories. So we sat and sipped and chatted. Its great to be married to a friend!

DH got my bike down and pumped up the tires. I haven't ridden my bike for 2 or 3 years so it was pretty dusty. I rode for about 1/2 hour to a place near our house that is a "planned development" with lots of little shops, boutiques and "artsy fartsy" places. I hadn't been there because I don't have the money for places like that but it was fun to ride around and enjoy.


Then I went out to Rumbi's grill with a friend and remembered to print out the menu to made a decision on what I would eat. Lunch = 500 calories.


We spent the afternoon shopping. I wasn't going to buy anything but ended up buying a top for $5 and a pair of white capris for $15. While I was in the dressing room I saw a sign for a "lingerie fitting" by a specialist. So what the heck, I went and had a fitting and found out I was wearing totally the wrong size. Of course I had to buy a couple of new things there.


I also bought some resistance bands which I've been wanting for a long time.

By the time I got home, it was too late to head up to the mountains so I read for the evening. Nice Day -- Can't wait to do it again!

  

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FUNNYGRANNY71 9/5/2009 2:24PM

I just love days like the one you described. I also agree that it is great being married to your best friend. They just seem to love you with warts and all. Now I am in the mood to have a day like yours, but I must catch up on my emails. Report Inappropriate Comment

RURAL3 9/4/2009 8:38AM

sounds like the perfect day Nancy. Now I'll bet you want to lose some more so you can reward yourself again. Report Inappropriate Comment