Spark Rally 2011

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

~Indygirl and a team of Sparkers is putting together a spark rally in May 2011. I have been honored with getting a spot to speak at that rally. If you are interested in attending go to the Spark Rally team on my page and take a look at the information. It is in the planning stages right now but you can start making your plans to go.

WOO HOO for Sparkpeople.

  

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MEMASTITCH 9/15/2010 6:44PM

Wow, Sister NaNa. I'm so proud of you!! You've accomplished so much with SparkPeople, you deserve a spot on the podium. Love you, NaNa Sister Report Inappropriate Comment

~INDYGIRL 9/15/2010 3:16PM

Woohoo! Heck Yea! Report Inappropriate Comment

MRS_TOAD 9/15/2010 9:35AM

Woo Hoo for sparkpeople indeed! Report Inappropriate Comment

Going on a trip !!!

Wednesday, September 08, 2010

We leave tomorrow for a 12 day road trip. It's time to get out the pen and paper to plan my eating and exercise. I have a hard time with wanting to snack while we are riding in the car. For so many years it didn't matter that I had chips, cookies, donuts etc all along the way. It formed a habit of thinking eating and riding go together. This is a habit that is hard to break. I'm going to plan to have only the meals and snacks I would have if I were at home. I will also get some exercise when we stop for gas and will be sure to get more than usual exercise while we are at the places we are staying. I'm looking forward to a swim, a walk in the mountains and whatever else I can think of. Your ideas would be appreciated.

Ya'll have a great day !!!

  

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DEBKINS65 9/8/2010 9:22PM

Sounds like you have thought your trip out, and are ready with pen and paper...and pit stop exercises. Have a great time!! Deb Report Inappropriate Comment

OURELEE1 9/8/2010 7:16PM

Have a great trip. Report Inappropriate Comment

WEKIMER 9/8/2010 1:30PM

good luck and have a safe trip! kim Report Inappropriate Comment

MEMASTITCH 9/8/2010 11:19AM

I'm making my grocery list and trying NOT to put snack foods down. If I buy it, it's eaten like there's no tomorrow. Have a fun and safe trip! Love you. Report Inappropriate Comment

MRS_TOAD 9/8/2010 9:55AM

Believe in yourself. I'll be pulling for you! Report Inappropriate Comment

GOROSIEO 9/8/2010 9:06AM

I remember a trainer I had once who was trying to lose weight and she brought her own food, (not unheard of) but she was under the philosophy that she was "in training". (Well, she was actually for some Mrs. Muscle competition). So sometimes I try to adopt that thinking-that I'm "in training", so I can't eat junky food. Don't even start on the chips and cookies. Once I start-it's like the floodgates are open. Remember all the hard work you've done so far and this is really about acquiring new eating habits FOR LIFE. Also-have fun. No stressing over food. Report Inappropriate Comment

Do you need a boost?

Thursday, September 02, 2010

Good morning. Do you need a boost in your exercise program? I am leader/co-leader of three teams. I have just posted a challenge on all three teams called "Copycat challenge September 2010". If you are not already a member of one of these teams, go there now and join. I think I have found a fun way to get our exercise in September.

It's a new month, a new quarter, and a new season. Best of all it's a new day. If you have had trouble staying focused, let today be the day you take a fresh look at what you are doing.

  

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WEKIMER 9/8/2010 1:29PM

thanks I'm ready kim Report Inappropriate Comment

SFERENTI 9/6/2010 8:49AM

I'm with you, Julie! Thanks for organizing this. Report Inappropriate Comment

JULIEFRANCES112 9/2/2010 12:49PM

Oh I hope it's the push I need to get me moving today. I'm going to check it out now. Report Inappropriate Comment

MRS_TOAD 9/2/2010 10:37AM

I'm off to find this intriguing challenge. In fact, I'm sprinting there! LOL Report Inappropriate Comment

Half way through...

Friday, August 27, 2010

We are half way through the 9 day challenge. Counting today we have five days of August left. This challenge to push ourselves with exercise has really helped me to get moving again. A lot of Sparkfriends have joined me in this fun challenge. I have been on my stationary bike, on the golf course, on a wii dance mat in the living room, and walked in the Walmart store. I look forward to the next five days to see what else I can do to burn those calories.

It's not too late to join us. If you are reading this challenge for the first time, this can be a 5 day challenge for you. Just post what you will do for the next 5 days to get some extra exercise and finish August with a bang.

  

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MRS_TOAD 8/31/2010 11:03AM

Here it is, August 31st. I have done rather well with all the maintenance we have been doing on the yard and house. Painting, trimming hedges, digging.... What a great workout and the end result of all this work is also very rewarding. Report Inappropriate Comment

CAROLJ35 8/27/2010 11:33PM

I will try to get back to walking tomorrow. Has been difficult with house guests and doing various things each day. Report Inappropriate Comment

JULIEFRANCES112 8/27/2010 9:51AM

It's been keeping me on track with my exercise. Report Inappropriate Comment

MCJULIEO 8/27/2010 9:28AM

I've made it 60 minutes of intervals on the treadmill each day (Not running but changing incline and walking speeds) Sweat city! And I feel good when it's done each day. But I'm not LIKING it much.... but I'm MAKING myself do it, thanks to you...maybe when I weigh, I will have blasted through that plateau I've been on, and my attitude will change... oh well, no matter Only four more days to go after today! We CAN DO IT! Report Inappropriate Comment

9 Day Challenge. Come join me !!!

Monday, August 23, 2010

There are 9 days left in August including today. My challenge is to do and log at least 60 minutes of exercise every day. I would love you have you join me. You can set the challenge for your own needs. Post it here and let's get after it. WOO HOO !!! Have a great day !!!

  

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GETFITTER7 8/24/2010 4:51PM

I will do the 30 min a day walk til the end of the month...getting back on track! I can't do the power walking like I usually do, but the fact that I am getting back to moving will help...thanks for the motivation! Report Inappropriate Comment

JULIEFRANCES112 8/23/2010 12:58PM

I'm in, it's just the push I need. Where do we post? Report Inappropriate Comment

LKASOFF 8/23/2010 12:21PM

I'm in, thankfully, I just finished my one hour on the treadmill....8 more to go. Thanks. Report Inappropriate Comment

MARGARITA312 8/23/2010 9:50AM

Hey,I'm like spongebob,I'M READY!!!!count me in and thanks for the invite Report Inappropriate Comment

SPUNKYSPIRIT 8/23/2010 9:22AM

Should we respond on the team goals area or here? Report Inappropriate Comment

MMILUS 8/23/2010 9:20AM

I'm in for at least 540 min thru the 9 days. Some days 60 is not possible but others I can do more. Thanks for challenging me! Report Inappropriate Comment

SPUNKYSPIRIT 8/23/2010 9:16AM

I'm not able to do the 60 min per day but I would love to join the challenge with modification. I will commit to the following for my challenge: Stretching every day Stationary bike or walking 15 min Toning exercises Let's share what our personal challenge is for this wk and how we are doing each wk. GET ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO!!! :D Report Inappropriate Comment

MCJULIEO 8/23/2010 8:32AM

Thanks for the invitation! It may be exactly what I need to do! We CAN DO IT! Report Inappropriate Comment

MRS_TOAD 8/23/2010 8:31AM

I can't handle 60 a day or I would be doomed to fail! However, I will join you in these waning days of summer. Report Inappropriate Comment