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12/29/09 9:42 P

It finally broke!!!! Weighed in at 177 today! One pound from my 15 pound challenge. Perhaps by new yrs day.

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12/27/09 9:04 A

Cindbug, feel free to add me and I'll do likewise. We can all use some more support!

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12/26/09 1:31 P

Still hanging on to my 180 plateau- sigh. Onto the next challenge...

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12/26/09 11:34 A

Thanks to all my new friends I made here on this thread! I would love to add you as friends if that is ok!
I maintained this last week (I don't know how, with no real exercise going on) so I know I will finish up by Valentine's day. You have been supportive, positive, and I am so happy for those of you who made your goal, or like me, part of your goal! So much better than feeling hopeless about your health around this time!

There is already a "lose 10 pounds by Valentine's Day " thread going, Yukisaito has joined, I am thinking of joining the Quickfire team - a metabolism booster challenge every day - because I think that is my weakness and I joined this thread to stay accountable thru the holidays, but don't need that motivation thru normal days, and I would normally rather focus on health than numbers. Good luck to all of you

Edited by: CINDBUG at: 12/26/2009 (11:42)

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12/26/09 9:26 A

Congrats everyone! Even those that didn't make it still put in a huge effort and it all pays off in the end!

I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday. Now on to the next challenge!

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12/25/09 10:49 A

Last weigh in: 175.8

0.8 pounds away from my goal.

But at least I didn't gain!

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12/25/09 9:28 A

Last weigh in. (Drumroll...)

SW: 151
GW: 136
FINAL: 141.6

Not too bad... especially after Nochebuena dinner last night. Still lost nearly 10 lbs! The best part about this challenge was seeing my family's reaction at dinner last night; they noticed the difference!

A few people had mentioned doing another challenge for Valentine's Day; I'm completely for it.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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12/22/09 4:56 P

wow- I'm losing momentum. Maybe it's too hard to focus on more than one major thing at a time for me. So I am out to do cardio right now, even tho I have all my gifts still to wrap (they can be wrapped at midnight, right?)

gabby, I'll be looking for your post the day after Christmas!!

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12/21/09 9:38 P

GREAT JOB JULIE!!!!! I'm saving my weigh in for Christmas day this week both to give myself the 2 extra days and to hold myself accountable to eating that day.

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12/21/09 9:53 A

I did it!! Weigh-in this morning confirmed, I lost 3 lbs last week.

So, stats for this challenge are:

SW: 185
GW: 170
CW: 168!!

This is a loss of 17 lbs from Halloween to Christmas (since I won't weigh in again until after), and a total of 22 lbs. since I started with SP.

My goal now is to maintain this through the next 2 weeks and then resume my downward movement. Next Challenge will be the V-Day challenge.

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12/20/09 10:10 P

SW: 119
CW: 109.4
GW: 104

I don't think I can be 104 by Christmas but I have fun doing this

Congratulations to those who won this challenge. Keep up the good work and I will see you in the next challenge

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12/20/09 12:32 P

Post next 10 pounds I will be back at my 1st personal goal of being at the lowest weight I have ever been- still 15 pounds from final goal, but where I fell off the health wagon 2 yrs ago and have seen my health slowly slip away again. come on v day!

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12/20/09 10:22 A

Awesome! I really think I beat this challenge (we'll know tomorrow morning) and I can't wait to start working on my next goal of 10 lbs.

If I could make that, then I would have met my first personal goal of getting back to my wedding weight!

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12/19/09 10:48 A

Ditto. Would love to lose another 10 lbs by Feb. 14!

Angie-- Congrats if you're pregnant!

Gabby- I cannot wait to be able to go to the beach and not feel embarrassed! I live in Florida, and to not be able to go to the beach... well, it stinks!

But I'm on my way!

Edited by: BENNETDARCY at: 12/19/2009 (11:06)

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12/19/09 10:27 A

Julie- I am up for 10 pounds between Christmas and Valentines. The small goals are helping so much.

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12/19/09 10:25 A

Heck yeah- 130s = beach for you= go go go

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12/19/09 9:37 A

I love how positive everyone on this thread always is! I would be so in for losing another 10 by V-day. One week left for this challenge!

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12/18/09 8:00 P

I agree. It has really been a big help for me to have this group to check in daily. And those 6 lbs I've lost have definitely been worth it. I hope to find out Sunday or Monday that I'm pregnant. Then my goal will change to having a strong, healthy pregnancy and gaining a healthy amount of weight. BUT if I'm not, I'm all for the goal of losing another 10 lbs by Valentine's Day.

We leave Sunday to visit my family in Washington, and I'm really excited to see them. I'm going to get a free 7-day pass to my mom/dad's gym and exercise while I'm on vacation. If anything, my goal is to maintain my weight over the holiday. :)

Thanks for keeping me motivated everyone! And congrats to those who have (or will have) made their goal of 15 lbs!

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12/18/09 11:56 A

I agree with Darcy. Congratulations to all of those who will make the 15 pound goal, but to those of us who won't, then let's make a new goal to get the rest of the 15 off by Valentine's Day or sooner. We've come to far to let go of all we have gained thus far, or shall I say all we have lost :) For me it's only been 3 pounds, but that's 3 pounds less that when I started! Have a great weekend everyone, and let's stay focused and on track!!

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12/18/09 11:18 A

I absolutely refuse to give in, if only for the sake that maybe-- by shooting for 6 lbs-- I can lose 3 or 4 and get to the 130s!

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12/18/09 10:37 A

I knew going in that 15 lbs would be a "Christmas miracle" but if the goal had been "lose 10 lbs by Christmas" or "lose 9 lbs by Christmas" I would have still signed up! This goal was to keep me on track and really trying, instead of "giving up" and eating everything in sight or telling myself I am too busy to do any cardio this whole month - then I would have had an even greater challenge in January. This way I can say, "I am being healthy this whole month!" and when I eat those 2 Christmas cookies, or have a day when my exercise is shopping at 6 am and cleaning the house all day long, I know that is one isolated incident in a month of positive steps to live a healthy life!
I know it is hard - I am a teacher, and have been given so many "goodies" these last few days it would boggle your mind - just because I have not shopped or baked does not mean it is not in my house!!- plus parents have brought in latkes, cookies, cupcakes, marshmallow snowmen, etc. for the last 2 weeks. Having this challenge in the front of my mind has really helped me pass so many things up. If I only maintain I am a winner!
Nobody here gets "kicked off the island" or whatever for losing 8 lbs or 12 instead of 15. If that 15 comes off by January 12, or Feb 1, it is still OFF and OFF for good! So don't give up and DON'T GIVE IN!

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12/18/09 9:23 A

Aim for as much as possible this week so that you definatly leave 2009 with those 15 pounds gone.

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12/18/09 8:56 A

Angie-- I understand completely! With only 1 week left, I weigh about 142... don't see how I can lose 6 lbs in one week.

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12/17/09 8:39 P

No way I'm going to make my goal. It's that time in my cycle where I want to eat everything in sight. I have lost my willpower. :( But I'm going to try to make up for a bad day by riding the bike for an hour tonight.

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12/17/09 10:21 A

Gabby -
sounds like you're really on top of things now! Keep running!
I'm finally getting my full hour of cardio in today - it's been 2 weeks, I think, and I'm looking forward to it!

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12/16/09 11:42 P

Haven't checked in weeks 1) Because I couldn't find my way back :-) 2) Because I had a hospital visit and health issues that cut down on my workout time.

Still been putting in my eating time and last 2 weeks back on schedule with my workouts. Until this week have still been steadily losing. But this week the scale didn't move from the 180 it was the week before. Not to mention it's my TOM.

Which possibly puts me behind for the 176 goal for next Friday- we'll see.

Also been picking up my running a bit more because I am scheduled to run a 10 k in 6 wks. Curious how that will effect this weeks weigh in (muscle gain vs fat loss).

So as of yesterday-

SW: 191
CW: 180
GW: 176

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12/16/09 7:59 P

Just checking in. I am so confident that I will beat this challenge this week. Can't wait to see the scale on Monday!

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12/15/09 12:55 P

Oh! and I plan on going for a run as soon as it warms up a bit here.

Hope everyone is doing great and losing weight!

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12/15/09 12:55 P

Weighed in at 176.0 this morning!!!

1 more pound to go to meet my goal weight of 175.0!!!

WOOHOO!!!

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12/15/09 11:19 A

Happy Tuesday everyone! It's been a little bit since I checked in, but all is well. No gain or loss, holding steady, so I switched up my workout yesterday, hoping for a loss this week!
SW 141
CW138
GW125

Edited by: SHIGRL3 at: 12/15/2009 (11:31)

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12/15/09 10:04 A

Hope it was interesting in a good way !



I am back to working in my cardio after about 10 days of "hanging on" - good thing I have this challenge going on, or I would be in the "I'll start again next year" mode. This has really helped me keep mentally focused!

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12/14/09 9:36 A

I had a really interesting weekend and ended up maintaining last week, so I am still 1 pound short of the target. Looking for a strong week this week to finish it off!

SW: 185
GW: 170
CW: 171 (ish)

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12/14/09 9:30 A

Gained 3 lbs Its ok! 1 step back 2 steps forward!

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12/14/09 1:45 A

Darcy -
I know that feeling!! Can you throw your body a curve? like a really different day of exercise, or calorie cycling? eat one day at the top of the range, the next one or two days close tothe bottom, etc) I think our body tries so hard to maintain the status quo!
Keep it up! remember, losing weight is a byproduct of living a healthy lifestyle - the healthy day to day living is the goal, the weight loss just follows in its own due time. That's why striving only for a number on the scale is an empty goal. I know you know that, I just put it in writing for ME!

don't let numbers "make" you happy or sad - choose your own emotions!

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12/13/09 4:18 P

Darcy, I'm feeling the same. Working hard to maintain, but I want to LOSE. This week I feel like I worked hard, but the scale this morning showed 152.8 (Same as last Sunday). {Sigh}

This week I'm going to do the "Flat Belly Diet" Jumpstart menu Tues-Friday. Hopefully that will get rid of some bloat and I'll be down 2-4 lbs by my next weigh-in. (Pretty please).

Does anyone know, how many calories do the contestants of The Biggest Loser consume while doing the show? I know they exercise for like 6 hours a day, but I've often wondered how much they need to eat to not starve.

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12/13/09 10:38 A

SW: 119
CW: 110.2
GW: 104

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12/13/09 8:41 A

Having trouble losing the needed pounds.... Was so happy a few weeks ago when I weighed 143 (at which point I was still on track), but this morning I clocked in at 144.4. Should be at 140.... Aaaaargh.

I'm going through this weird phase where I feel like I'm exercising 4-5 times a week just to maintain my weight now, instead of shedding the pounds.

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12/13/09 4:36 A

I haven't checked in for a couple of days. I hosted a dinner party at my home, the entree was prime rib (I didn't choose -or cook- this!) and it was wonderful, the rest was a really good salad, green beans, and brown rice medley. But i had a day of mindless eating, eating in the frenzy of shopping/cleaning/decorating/ and I feel so different (out of control?bloated?too much sugar?) I am really looking forward to tomorrow and making good choices again!!

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12/12/09 10:46 P

MONIEE, doing great! 5 lbs is awesome!

Today was a good day for me. My workout was short (fighting kids), but I probably still burned about 250 calories. Doing good on calories today. Spaghetti for dinner and I'm not a big fan, so I didn't overeat.

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12/12/09 12:04 P

Way to go Julie, I'm working on it too. I am down another 5 pounds this week (weigh-in day Thursday)!! 13 more days to go to reach my 15 lbs!!

Woo hoo!!! See everyone at the finish line, at which time I'm sure that we will all be 15 lbs lighter!!

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12/12/09 11:23 A

Julie - Way to go girl! You're winning this challenge all the way!

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12/12/09 10:16 A

I haven't checked in for a couple days, so I wanted to before my weigh-in Monday.

I've had some ok days this week and a not so good day. I'm hoping to power through this weekend though. I still hope to be at my challenge goal weight by weigh in on Monday. We'll see!

For challenge:
SW: 185
GW: 170
CW: 171 (ish)

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12/12/09 6:07 A

Didn't check in last week because I was too scared to weigh myself after over indulging. Worked hard this week to make up for it and have lost a pound since my last weigh in!

SW 177
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GW 162

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12/11/09 9:54 P

Thanks Angie! Keep up the good work, I'm sure it'll come off ya! It's a life lasting journey...

We all go through those moments. I too have a big problem with the scale (I go on it too often and either get discouraged or very happy).

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12/11/09 4:40 P

Julie, congrats on the weight loss!

The scale is not being my friend this week. I know I shouldn't weigh myself every day like I do, but it's just a habit. I like to see my daily progress. As of today I'm up 1 pound since Sunday. :( I think I've done pretty well this week, with the exception of two days ago. I think the main thing is that I haven't been exercising as long since I've been running. Maybe the bike does really burn as much as it says it does.

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12/11/09 12:16 P

Hey everyone! I weighed in this morning 1.6lbs lighter :D I'm really happy! I was afraid that the scale wouldn't move since it's that TOM for me...

I'm going to do lots of exercise after dinner tonight while my BF plays hockey!

Julie

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12/11/09 11:56 A

Thanks for all your support I'm going to work out today and I WILL MAKE MY GOAL! I WILL I WILL I WILL!!!!

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12/10/09 1:05 P

OK, yesterday wasn't so great. :( I'm sure I went over my calories with MIL's chocolate fudge pudding cake. What was I thinking!? I didn't bother to put it on my tracker. I'm sure it added an extra 200-300 calories easily, though. :( I feel stronger since I've been running, but I need to focus on the part that's always been difficult for me--FOOD. Two weeks until Christmas, and I WILL lose 5 lbs.

Hope everyone is having a good week.

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12/10/09 10:13 A

V - my heart goes out to you. May you find the strenght to get through this difficult time.

I feel like this is a team here! and we are smokin'! we are doing great - let's keep it up!

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12/9/09 7:24 P

Popping in for an update.

10/30 SW 262
GW 247

11/ 8 260.2 (1.8 down total)
11/15 257.8 (4.2 down total)
11/29 255.2 (6.8 down total)
12/9 252.2 (9.8 down total)

5.2 more to go

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12/9/09 4:08 P

Frecks96, WTG on reaching your goal!!! That's awesome.

V, I'm so sorry to hear about your grandmother's passing. My thoughts are with you.

Shigrl3, I know there are some days where I just don't want to do anything, and I want to eat everything in sight. (It's usually the week before my period shows). Hang in there. You'll find your motivation.

Cindbug, I hope your dentist appointment goes well and that you can get rid of that pain.

AFM, I did another 20 minute run today. WooHoo! I've got a blister to show for it, but it was worth it. I feel good. I also did some strength training today, so that was good. Now the test will be if I can stick to the plan as far as eating goes.

Edited by: ANGIEK123 at: 12/9/2009 (16:09)

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12/9/09 1:02 P

Just checking in today. First, I am so sorry for your loss, V.

For everyone else who has been struggling, just keep at it as much as you can. Everyday you succeed is another day closer to your goals.

I have *unofficially* met my goal of 15lbs before Christmas. My weigh in day is not until Monday, but I got on the scale this morning as a mid-week check and was at 170!! As long as I am able to finish the week as strong as I started, I should have no problem being 170 or less by Monday.

SW:185
GW:170

Edited by: FRECKS96 at: 12/9/2009 (13:07)

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12/9/09 10:14 A

I'm sorry I havent check in my grandmother passed away last friday :( but I'm back hopefully I can meet my goal if not I know I trying my best! Well I have not worked out at all this week and I've eaten everything but ironically my clothes feel loose

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12/9/09 9:52 A

I'm having one of those weeks where I look in the mirror and hate what I see. I feel fat and ugly, and what's worse is that I didn't work out at all last week and nothing yet this week so far. I don't know what's wrong with me :( Where can I find my motivation again? I know it's up to me to change what I see, I hate feeling this way :(

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12/9/09 12:28 A

great run, angie! glad you like running so much.

still not doing great with the exercise - don't sleep well with the toothache. In fact, I wake up dreaming about doing strenght training - I guess I miss it. Tomorrow is my dentist appointment so hopefully I'll be back in to my normal routine in a few days. My body misses exercise more than it misses sweets these past few days!

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12/8/09 7:22 P

Hi all! Just checking in today. It hasn't been the best day today nutrition-wise, but I can still stay within my ranges. It'll just mean I'll be hungry tonight (and no popcorn while watching Harry Potter). :)

I just finished my workout for today. Watched last week's Biggest Loser while on the treadmill. That's the first time in over a year that I've run for 20 minutes straight. Something about seeing those guys run their marathons really pushed me. And it was easier than I expected. Maybe someday that'll be me running a marathon. Or at least a half marathon. ;)

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12/8/09 12:15 P

Frecks96 - Good luck! You are doing an awesome job. I need to step up my own game I am having a hard time to concentrate.

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12/8/09 6:31 A

Thanks Everyone, I'm really looking forward to a strong week this week. Yesterday was pretty good and I'm hoping to continue this streak.

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12/7/09 11:47 A

Frecks96 - Oh you're almost there. Congratulations. Keep it up!

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12/7/09 10:40 A

Julie - What perserverance! I am so happy for you! What a way to go into the Christmas season - keep it up!

My own personal happy dance - as a product of my healthy lifestyle, the scale moved again and I am down 8 lbs since the challenge began. The best part is that I know the weight will stay off because I will always eat and exercise in a healthy way now. As a "turtle", I will cross that finish line in my own due time, and 10 lbs by Christmas is still a wonderful gift!

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12/7/09 7:42 A

Today was my weigh-in day and I am down another 4 lbs last week (I sometimes feel like this just can't be right!) I am only one pound away from my challenge goal!! This will also be 20 lbs total lost for me since I started with SP mid October.

Stats for this challenge
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GW: 170
CW: 171

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12/7/09 2:00 A

Angie - that is a real concrete step - normal BMI - and you seem to be keeping on track (no dinner at MIL today?)

sounds like you are really happy with your progress!

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12/6/09 2:49 P

Today was my "official" weigh-in day. Wow. I'm down to 152.8 this week. That means I've shed 4 lbs since last Sunday! I was at 155 the day before Thanksgiving, so I think the extra Thanksgiving weight came off easier than it usually does. So, not only did I hit my "normal" BMI range, but I also met my goal of 153 for the week. I'm very happy with my hard work this week and that I'm on my way to meeting my Christmas goal. I'm hoping for another 2.5 lbs this week.

SW: 159
CW: 152.8
GW: 149 (I know it's not 15 lbs, but I had to adjust it b/c of a rough start in the beginning).

Have a great week all!

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12/6/09 1:29 P

Cindbug - I will definitely look at it. Most workout videos I have are pretty intense. Thanks!

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Weigh-In Day

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GW - 104

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12/6/09 1:23 A

Okay. New Goal. I want to go down 2.2 before Christmas...can I do it???

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12/5/09 5:39 P

Ran 3.7 miles in the very brisk morning. Official weigh-in tomorrow.

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12/5/09 4:25 P

I tried the jumpstart cardio also. I have burned plenty of calories with that one. I believe consistent weight lose means consistently changing your exercise routine and also trying a new healthy habit once a month atleast. This is when I have the most weight lost success.

Have a good weekend.

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12/5/09 3:29 P

yukisaito - there is a funny 10 minute video - go up to "healthy lifestyle" then down to "videos" - that coach nicole made that is 10 minutes of pretty intense cardio using only jumping and stepping (it's called "jumpstart cardio", and my favorite one is "day one bootcamp cardio" - no equipment for that one either.) If it doesn't hurt your tooth to jump, you should try it - no equipment necessary!
I met our sparkgroup at the park today and did cardio and yoga - no equipment for that, either!

Edited by: CINDBUG at: 12/5/2009 (15:34)

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12/5/09 3:17 P

Cindbug - Mine still hurts a little bit. I can't really eat much but I am trying hard because I get hungry all the time. For some reason, I feel hungry when I know I can't eat much due to the pain. I can't help thinking about food I don't have any exercise equipment at home. I will try to go to our community gym for some light workout.

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12/5/09 12:08 A

what are you doing to lose consistant weight like you are. i seem to have hit a plateau and fight every week to not have to lose that pond again. my friend tells me it is because i am gaining muscle but i want to see the numbers go down!!!

current weight: 109.2

150.8 138.1 125.4 112.7

100

Posts: 153
12/4/09 11:02 P

Well I gained a pound this week; however I was really depressed all week. So that makes me only losing 6 now instead of the 7 I had lost already. But all is good. I will lose some weight next week. I feel it! I only have 9 pounds to lose yet to reach the goal. I can do this!!

Pounds lost: 3.2

0 2.5 5 7.5

10

Posts: 203
12/4/09 10:10 P

I hope you get well soon CINDBUG :)

I hate it when I'm sick and can't do what I'd like to do...I had the flu shot yesterday and I couldn't do my strength training because my arm is hurting so bad! Even jumping when doing cardio hurt me. I did it anyways, but I don't think I could've done strength...

Julie

Edited by: JU_ROCKNROLL at: 12/4/2009 (22:10)

current weight: 154.0

159 150.5 142 133.5

125

Posts: 213
12/4/09 8:30 P

tried to log on but there was a problem with the html or something - glad everybody is keeping up the energy and the momentum! Yukisaito, I too have a toothache - had it since Monday, still eating ok (hard to get the protein and fiber in when you don't feel like chewing) and really not keeping up with the cardio - now I have pain meds and antibiotics so hopefully will get into my routine again. Good thing I have a stationary bike here at home, or I wouldn't know what to do tonight to get in any cardio!

Julie - so glad to hear you're off that plateau!



Edited by: CINDBUG at: 12/4/2009 (20:39)

Pounds lost: 9.0

0 5 10 15

20

Posts: 203
12/4/09 8:09 P

I lost 2.6lbs this week. I'm now at 150lbs
Can't wait for next week's weigh in!!!

Julie

current weight: 154.0

159 150.5 142 133.5

125

Posts: 524
12/4/09 4:58 P

PUTYOUTOSLEEP!!
My daily check in. Loving how my clothes are feeling lose with everyday that goes by! Almost half way thru my goal!

current weight: 264.5

275 271.25 267.5 263.75

260

Posts: 163
12/4/09 2:07 P

I'm quite late to join this group but I've been looking for a group with daily check-ins. I hope no one minds :)

My goal weight is 175 by Christmas. I weigh in every Wednesday (it helps me to make sure I'm heading the right direction halfway through the week - or I lose my "oomph") and Sunday (official weigh in day). I'm off to do two-episodes-of-The-Office-worth of elliptical workout.

12/25/09 GW: 175

12/02/09 AW: 180.6
11/29/09 AW: 183.0 (-1.8)
11/25/09 AW: 184.0
11/22/09 AW: 184.8 (-2.4)

Keep up the great work everyone!

Edited by: PUTYOUTOSLEEP at: 12/4/2009 (14:09)

current weight: 165.0

170 167.5 165 162.5

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Posts: 448
12/4/09 9:30 A

My teeth hurts

I had a hard time eating breakfast. In the end, I only had a hot chocolate milk. Today will be difficult.

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Keep up the good work everyone.

current weight: 108.8

130 120.5 111 101.5

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Posts: 68
12/3/09 10:04 P

VCANLOSE, I'm sorry you're having a stressful day. Try to take time for yourself. Maybe get a nice long candlelit bath. Hang in there girl. We're here for you.

MONIEE, Way to go on the weight loss!

Checking in for myself. Today was a pretty ok day. I went over my calories by about 75, but I got in an extra 30 minutes on the bike. I also did The Firm this morning. I do need to work on not eating so many oreos. LOL I think most of today's calories are from cookies. Oops. It's only 8pm and I'm starving from eating so many empty calories today.

current weight: 152.8

159 153.75 148.5 143.25

138

Posts: 203
12/3/09 9:18 P

Can't wait for weigh in day :D WOOHOO!

current weight: 154.0

159 150.5 142 133.5

125

SparkPoints: (11,296)
Fitness Minutes: (1,292)
Posts: 519
12/3/09 7:02 P

Don't be stressed, whatever it, remember that you can only take one step at a time & one day at a time!!!

Hang tough!

I'm here for you, you can do this!!

current weight: 239.0

260 242.5 225 207.5

190

SparkPoints: (11,296)
Fitness Minutes: (1,292)
Posts: 519
12/3/09 7:01 P

Today was weigh-in day & I'm 2 pounds lighter!!!

GO TEAM GO!!!

current weight: 239.0

260 242.5 225 207.5

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Posts: 524
12/3/09 6:48 P

checking in for the day... I am super streesed and need support.

current weight: 264.5

275 271.25 267.5 263.75

260

SparkPoints: (4,397)
Fitness Minutes: (7,192)
Posts: 275
12/3/09 1:00 P

Just checking in for the day. I did an oldie but goodie today: Abs of Steel. I want to squeeze in a walk after I pick up the kids from school and before DD basketball practice and Girl Scout meeting. :)

current weight: 140.0

142 137.75 133.5 129.25

125

Posts: 68
12/3/09 11:01 A

Hi all. It's not my "official" weigh-in day, but I just wanted to post that the scale said 154 this morning! That means my BMI is officially in the "healthy" range! I'm so excited!!! I'm no longer considered "overweight". :) Let's hope it stays that way and I can lose another 5 lbs before Christmas.

Hope everyone is having a good week!

current weight: 152.8

159 153.75 148.5 143.25

138

Posts: 68
12/3/09 2:45 A

Daily check-in. Today was good. I was able to squeeze in 60 minutes on the bike tonight when DH got home, and I stayed within my calorie range (I think). Not the best choices for lunch again, but overall it was good. Now it's WAY past bedtime. So much for my 8 hours of sleep.

current weight: 152.8

159 153.75 148.5 143.25

138

Posts: 29
12/3/09 2:43 A

SW 253
CW 251
GW 238

2 lbs down yay! Got to keep working :)

current weight: 253.0

253 239.75 226.5 213.25

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