New here....but not quite 40 yet.

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 18:54:50 EST

I am just checking some things out today on the community boards for the first time. I have known for a long time that I was not alone in this battle of the pounds...but it's nice to know there are places like this to come to. I have read alot on here previously but have never posted.

I will be 40 in May and I so want to be starting in a better direction and have this battle somewhat won before I get there. I hope by being here I can move another step in the right direction.

new

Sun, 24 Jun 2012 13:29:39 EST

Hi, just started today. And wanted to say hello to u all.

Ready for the challenge!

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 20:18:58 EST

Hi! Just found out that I am insulin resistant pre-diabetic. My doctor put me on Metformin and I am ready to get my weight loss journey started. Looking forward to being on Coach Nicole's team for the 4 week boot camp challenge.

Met a MilestonE

Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:59:40 EST

I am so excited! I FINISHED MY FIRST HALF MARATHON YESTERDAY!

April 2012 Challenge

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 21:02:10 EST

Let's get motivated and back on track!!!!!! Are you on board for April's challenge?

#1 - Eat healthy and within your personal BMR range 6/7 days per week.
#2 - Exercise 30 minutes per day 5/7 days per week.
#3 - Drink plenty of fluids - minimum of 64 ounces of water

Post your progress at the end of the week (Saturdays).

Best of luck to you!!!!! :)

Hi everyone!

Fri, 2 Mar 2012 10:00:02 EST

Hi I'm new to this and a little shy, I'm a 51 year old female, and want to lose 10-15 pounds, hopefully by spring. heehee I know thats gonna be hard. But, anyway here is my dilema, I recently purchased a treadmill and I've been going on it pretty regularly, 2.0 miles in 35 mins. speed walking for starters. I have been doing this for 3 weeks and don't seem to see any weight come off. what am i doing wrong? Also, when i get home from work I workout then prepare dinner, so should I have dinner...

shift work

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:45:58 EST

hi everyone , i work shift work , 12 hrs 1800 to 0600 and find it difficult to get my food in , lunch for sure because im sleeping but i try not to eat after 1900 at night , its only 3 nights in a row , any thoughts, eat later, or just go with it for the 3 days , i dont want to bugger up my metabolizm by not eating , but ????? any other shift workers with advise ?

weigh in day

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:42:14 EST

im down for wed. mid week help get through the rest of week if all good :) 24

hello everyone

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:11:14 EST

my name is colleen and im done with excuses and fatness, i really like this spark setup iv tried others but never got serious, im ready and am glad to have others to hang with so to speak. thanks

Hi, I'm Trish...lets get this party started !

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 13:00:36 EST

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I started out at a healthy 135lbs, went up to 160lbs after having 4 kids then all hell broke loose after I got upto 320lbs after a car accident in 1996...think I developed thyroid problems because the weight just kept going up no matter what I did.

By a miracle and hard work I was able to lose 115lbs during 2004-2006. Since then my weight has been going up due to illness...I have fibromyalgia, sciatica, back and neck nerve problems so exercise is very diffic...

Hello Everyone!

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 19:50:20 EST

I am so excited to be starting a whole new journey in my life. A journey that will lead to a better healthier me! I am looking forward to hearing about your experiences and sharing my own with you. I really want to change my life and this is the first step! Hooray!

Hi! I'm Lori and look forward to everyone healthy.

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 01:55:38 EST

I have never had this muck support before. It's like WOW!!!! I want to lose over a 100 pounds but my main thing is to get heathy. I know with healthy eating comes weight lose. I'm really working on it. Fruit and vegtables are my friend. My body just doesn't remember that. Long way to go but I see that I will have plenty of help along the way. Thank You.

HI MY NAME IS JUICYFRUIT13

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:31:07 EST

I NEED TO DROP 50+ POUNDS AND RELLY NEED MOTIVATION. PLEASE PRAY FOR ME!

I'm NEW again!

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:01:43 EST

Hello, My name is Maureen & I'm going to try this again. Only this time, I'm doing it.Really! I feel inspired and I hope to make friends to keep me feeling inspired. I need support and inspiration and friendship. I want to lose weight for me and I want to be healthy and active. I need your help. I'm glad I'm here. =-)

Day one weigh in

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:51:24 EST

Day one for me: 210 lbs starting weight. Not my highest, but way far from the lowest... 20 lb weight loss is the first goal for me.

Newbie, kind of

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:47:52 EST

Hello everyone. I'm an Indiana single mom of of terrific 15 y.o. daughter. Ive 'used this site before and am back again, this time my daughter has joined too, although she needs to lose very little weight. But the support is so great to have!

yahoo!

Wed, 15 Feb 2012 10:55:31 EST

Wednesday is my weigh day. Lost 4.5 lbs. So glad this is paying off.

Good Evening Sparkies!!!

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:32:13 EST

Hello, everyone! I am ready to lose this weight!!!

Going to try

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 11:51:56 EST

Hello my name is Yvette, Im going to give this a try. I tried Weight Watchers. But it just didnt seem like i had a lot of support. So i just going to keep trying different things unitl i find whats right for me.

I'm new.

Thu, 9 Feb 2012 15:56:44 EST

My name is Diane, Di, Dee, whatever. I have to do something, just went to the doctor again and my numbers aren't good. I have a great life other than that. Have to get this under control.

last day I start first thing in the morning

Wed, 8 Feb 2012 19:16:53 EST

hi my name is candy and I think its time to find myself I have over 100lbs to lose and I hope this is going to work.I hope to get to know everyone

new to SparkPeople today

Tue, 7 Feb 2012 19:28:00 EST

Hi, I have just signed up but not sure if I am able to follow the nutrition suggestions for the tracker, as I am awaiting testing for Celiac and even if I do not have it will likely have to curb wheat and gluten. Is there a group for that here?

old lady nat

Sat, 4 Feb 2012 11:19:13 EST

most my family dies in their 50s i am now 56 and want to get healther so as to be here for my 17 yr. old daughter. we are on a family mission to get healthier! i want to be here for her college yrs and wedding and grandchildren I would love to not fall in the cycle of early death

Help

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 06:34:57 EST

Hey, I'm new to this and I need motivation to stick to it. Would love to hear from u all

Weigh in Week 1

Fri, 3 Feb 2012 05:58:12 EST

2/3/12 297.5 weight watchers brand scale.

new to site!

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:58:44 EST

Hello all,
I am a post gastric bypass patient (10-2010) who did not get the results that I anticipated. Has anyone out there experienced the same with gastric bypass? I could use any advise you have!

Hey All

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 12:20:27 EST

My name is Chelsea. I'll be 40 in March, so hopefully I qualify to be here. I joined SP on the 22nd and have lost 3 pounds so far. My health has made me gain weight because I couldn't exercise. I'm now getting a handle on my issue and ready to jump back in.

Talk to you soon!

Scared,Confused but Here and Trying

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:13:21 EST

Excellent Website with Overwhelming Resources. I will do my best but it is daunting to say the least. Got diabetes 2 about 14 years ago and quickly put on a lot of weight and always tired. Seemed to stabilize my weight at 290 after zooming up to 367 and have been at 290 for many years. Well doctor appt last week and gained another 30+ pounds with no real change in food intake..meds or activity. Friday went in for blood tests and the tech, an RN and then finally my doctor could not get more th...

Newbie

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 20:16:19 EST

Hey everyone,

My goal is to lose at least 40lbs and keep it off. I am 48 and know this will be a huge challenge, but I am up to it.This is the year for change, glad to be part of your team.

Sibylle

Hello

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:55:41 EST

Hello everyone my name is Dafne. I originally joined Sparkpeople two years ago and didn't take it seriously. I am 40 now and I want to make a change. I want this year to be the best year yet. I am ready to make the necessary changes to loose this weight. I am currently 230, my goal weight is 160. I am looking forward to getting to know everyone.

New member

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:40:21 EST

I'm Anneitta, I joint sparkpeople.com because I need to get my weight in order. I start a workout regimen then something side tracks me and I slack off. I need a motivator during those hard times so that I can reach my goal of reducing my weight by at least 35-40 lbs. I started last year on a coarse to become forty, fit, & fabulous! Let me just say, the fit part is still undergo! LOL!

I need al the help and support I can get!

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 11:36:28 EST

I am 52 years old and have been fighting with my weight most of my life. I am tired of being depressed, binging (chocoholic) and felling like crap all of the time. I really have to do this because I want to feel better! I have a hard time becaue I work strange hours and we don't get any lunch breaks. I don't have a lot of money so joining a gym is not a possibility. I know it sounds trite, but today really is the 1st day of my new life. With support and understanding, I really think I can do ...

Hi

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:43:08 EST

Hiya
My Name is Kirsty and ive just reset all my goals on Sparkpeople as ive been yoyo-ing for a few years. I thought a clean start would encourage me to focus on where im heading rather than where ive been and failed!
So today im starting again and i would like to lose 4 stone (56lb) in a year. Not hard. Cant imagine why i havent managed it before. I guess ive never been focused enough. It will take me a few years to get to my goal but thats ok.
Well now im very focused. ...

lrose

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:07:46 EST

Hi, my name is Lisa and I have two beautiful kids that I love and adore with all my heart. I want to lose weight and become more healthier for not only but but for them too. I want to lose weight so i can be around them for a long time and get to see them grow up. My goal is too lose atleast 50 pounds in one year and they will be my main motivation for that goal.

Happy I found this place....

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 02:35:16 EST

Hi I'm Sue and I'm from TN, I have been wanting to lose my weight for a long long time now. Its really hard to do and most people (thin) don't understand how hard it can be so I came looking for a place like this....hoping to find a new friend here to maybe do the buddy system with, someone I can keep going and someone to help keep me going when the going gets tough....we all need encouragement :)

Hi from Downeast Maine!

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:16:25 EST

Hi all, I am new to Sparkpeople and trying to lose some of this weight I've been carrying around for WAY too long. Had a really high fasting blood glucose on Monday (first time ever) and it was a real wake up call. Need to do it this time and keep it off. Looking forward to lots of support to keep going.

Happy to be here

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:38:08 EST

I am Barb, live in Michigan and am on the DOWNSIDE of 40 (48!). Have had minor weight issues most of my adult life, mostly due to being an emotional eater & eating when bored. Love exercising but sometimes lack motivation (I am easily persuaded to be a slacker...). After some thyroid issues the past two years, I gained a LOT of weight. Have resolved to get back to where I feel good again. I have a great husband who is joining me on this journey and two college-aged daughters who are great...

Newbie from Texas

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:14:35 EST

My name is Shandra, and I'm the almost single 42 y/o mom of two pre-teens: Son 12, Daughter 10.
I love food, all different kinds...but the wrong foods are sabotaging my health and probably indirectly hurt my marriage because of my self-esteem struggles.
My husband had double-digit affairs (i lost count) in our 14 years together...and even though he shouldn't have...a failed marriage is never the result of just one person's issues. So I am tackling my issues now...my self-esteem, ...

Hi from North Florida

Thu, 5 Jan 2012 14:03:48 EST

I am 40+ and I want to lose about 30-40lbs. I did so good for a while then let it all come back. Determined not to do it again.

Newbie from Ann Arbor...

Tue, 3 Jan 2012 09:49:14 EST

Oops, I posted on the other board first! sorry... I lost weight with Weight Watchers, and after maintaining for about 6 mos, I gained it all back. So I'm hoping this will help. I'm on the computer a lot, so this may keep me honest.

The first day, I went over my calories, but with holiday leftovers, the temptation was too great. I still ate better than I had been eating - more mindfully, especially!

Daily Weigh-In (for those who like to)

Mon, 2 Jan 2012 23:08:06 EST

I know it's frowned upon by experts to weigh yourself daily, but I do it anyway! At least, I'm starting back doing it now. It helps me! I do an official weekly weigh-in, too. I know there are a lot of factors that affect our weight every day, so I don't take it seriously or personally if the scale looks yucky for a few days in a row.

As of 1/1/2012 (actually 12/30; I never weighed myself after that date!) - 192.14
1/2/2012 - 191.8

Julie

Just joined...

Mon, 2 Jan 2012 12:13:39 EST

I lost a good deal of weight at Weight Watchers...then put it all back on. So - I'm hoping this will help me get back into shape.

Hopefully others will be posting here, too! Amy 36

Hi Everyone

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:17:48 EST

My name is Kim. I have lost approximately 50 lbs already and feel great, but find myself falling back into bad habits. I am 42 yrs old and a grandma of the most wonderful little boy! I am getting healthy for him just as much as myself.
I am back to tracking because I find on my own, it is much harder. I need to see what I am doing. I would like to lose another 10 or so lbs.

Mrs. G Ready to be a Big Loser!

Sun, 6 Nov 2011 01:12:22 EST

My name is Maribel and I am 40! I never thought I would be this old, but I am finally 40! I do not feel old at all, but my body weight is holding me back. I never thought I'd be overweight, but I am. At my heaviest I weighed 201lbs. I cried that day, felt miserable, and decided I needed to do something, anything to get myself to a normal weight for my height.

So far I have managed to lose 20lbs. Yay! Unfortunately, then I lost 5 more pounds, gain 2, lost 3, gained 6, lost 3, gained...

New

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 14:55:14 EST

Hi everyone... I am 42 years old. I have been with my husband for 20 years, we have a 16 year old son and a 12 year old daughter. We are have been coaching our kids sports teams since they were five and six. In that time I have lost myself somewhere, I have always made sure others had what they needed, and put my needs on the back burner. Now it is time for me, I want to be fit and healthy, no more five dollar little ceasar pizzas for dinner. No more quick drive thru dinners, I am tired...

HI

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 10:04:53 EST

HI iam 42 going on to 43 i have an 4 year old and a 1 year old two step kids one 23 and 22 with an grandchild that is 1 and another on the way next year
i had gastic btpass surgery i was told it was my weight that i couldnt have kids so i lost weight was 350 got to 190 got pregnent but lost the first one about given up so at age 38 i got pregnet then at 41 i had our lastest one at about 5 months later we became grandparents
i wanted one more husband says no now we have grand kids a...

Referred to dietitian wanted to share

Sat, 11 Jun 2011 16:42:01 EST

Hi am new and in my introduction I was waiting to hear what was wrong with my kidneys
Anyway
Was refered to dietician
Who asked about foods I ate
She went through a weeks meals and said I had a healthy balanced diet
She then asked me 3 questions
1) how fast do you eat
2) do you chew all your food properly
3) do you empty your plate no matter what or do you leave food
She told me
That my answers which were too fast, not proper...

On the Road to Success

Thu, 19 May 2011 23:10:13 EST

Hello Everybody:

My name is Augusta and I am 47. I finally decided to join Sparks People because I need motivating, badly.

I have gained so much weight and I know that it has a direct connection to the passing of 2 of my family members.

Anyway, I hope that here I can get encouraged and offer the same support to those that are on the same journey as I -- to weight loss and healthiness.

new here!!!!

Sun, 15 May 2011 20:01:22 EST

Hi..my name is brenphlips I'm here for encouragement and ideas how I can loose these last 20 lbs all your advise would be appreciated.

What is your Favorite thing to make for dinner

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:48:35 EST

Looking for some Dinner ideas that perhaps I can make a batch of and have a couple of times during the week.

So what is working for you

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:44:11 EST

I am new to the team. I really wanted a place where people my age are going through what I am going through. I am hoping some of you can share what has been working for you. I sit in front of a pc all day. Mentally drained when I leave work, to then take a train, boat and another train to get home. I get home at 7pm, eat something quick, which is whatever is around, mostly cereal. Then shower then to bed. Please send me any tips that you think my help. I gotta see the scale going down....

Yes, another newbie

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 19:33:54 EST

Hello all, I am a newbie to the team but not a newbie at "trying" to lose weight. I have been trying to lose originally 10 pounds for a long time thinking that was enough. Unfortunately, I did one of those virtual model things and to my surprise I need to loose 25 pounds. So I gave out a big sigh and said I really got to do this. I can see how what you see in the mirror is not really reality. I also thought Oh, I'm not too bad but seeing an image or a photo brings it home. That is what ...

Favorite "Legal" Binge - Treat foods...

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:25:20 EST

Hi all,
Wondering if anyone would like to get new suggestions as much as I would. I've been stuck in a rut with peanut butter and apples to counter my late night snak attacks.
Suggestions please and thank you!!
4 43 4 43 4 43

Hi All! New to this team!

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:59:14 EST

Hello!
My name is Nina and I live in St Pete Florida. I have been overweight most of my life, however I have only seriously tried to lose a few times. The most successful I have ever been was back when I was engaged - 30 years ago! I have lost several times, but not on purpose! Once was after my second child - seemed nursing and keeping up with 2 did the trick then, and the last time was in 2005 during my divorce - I lost 40 pounds in 2 or 3 months and kept off most of it for 4 years. Th...

I'm 40's and am ready for a 2lb week challenge ...

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 09:03:26 EST

does anyone want to join this challenge with me? I figured 2 lbs per week = 30 lbs by July. Love to get a team-member for motivation.

I am also new to SP

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 17:28:32 EST

I am completing my 4th month of working out with cardio and weights 5 days a week but what is stopping me from losing weight is my eating. I do feel much better and don't have as many aches and pains as I used to when waking in the morning but I'd love to lose the weight. I am 45 and have about 50 lbs to lose. I'm 80% on during the week then Friday night arrives, the work week is done, its time to relax and eat until Sunday night.

No more excuses in 2011

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 10:38:42 EST

I am 40 years old - married w/ 2 kids - an 8 and 5 year old. I am currently about the weight I was the day my first child was born!!! If I don't make a change and stop the scales from going higher, higher, higher - I will be at the weight I was when my 2nd child was born - and that is not even an option!!!

In 2008 I was losing weight and was on the right track. I remember exactly what I weighed the week my life changed. I got a phone call on a Friday night letting me know my parent...

Hello

Tue, 4 Jan 2011 17:40:46 EST

Hi I'm new my name is Roxanne. I'm here looking for support. Just like many of you I have lost weight and gained it back plus.
But this time is gonna be different, because I have found a place, I think, where there are people like me.
I am back on track again. I am going to be successful, and I hope to meet some new friends along the way.

New, again

Sun, 28 Nov 2010 16:36:45 EST

Hi All,

I am 41 and using Sparkpeople for the second time. I need to hold myself accountable and get back in the habit of encouraging myself to do my best, every single day. Instead, I seem to spend my time hating myself and beating myself up. I am a mom to great kids and a very busy teacher. Most important for me, is I want to RUN and be active because I absolutely love how I feel when activity is a part of my life.

Thanks for all of the support in advance! 224<...

Steve - new to Sparkpeople.com

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 10:18:48 EST
My name is Steve Boling. I am a 43 year old ICU nurse who is tired of not "fitting" in. I want to be able to ride roller coasters and do other activities like the rest of the world. I'm not a person who feels sick. I'm just too large for the world around me. I hope to find information and motivation.

My "naked" blog...tellin' it like it is!

Sun, 3 Oct 2010 13:14:58 EST
Today, my first-ever blog entry. Along the journey of rediscovering the "energetic, healthy woman living inside me!" (my goal), I'm going to take a few risks with this blog. Would love to hear from you!

Hello All! New to this team...

Sat, 2 Oct 2010 17:11:36 EST
Hello there! I'm new to Spark, and am trying (after many tries : ), to finally get to a healthy weight and lifestyle. Have 100ish to lose, and looking for buddies to share motivation, encouragement. Especially looking for those little nudges to keep me accountable!! Heading next to your goals & challenges....just wanted to say hello!

Looking for a great motivational team

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 08:10:08 EST
Hello I am 41 and I am looking for a team. I have 2 small kids and find it hard to fit in exerciser and this is my biggest problem. I think I got the eating down pretty good but lack the exercise.

9 week Challenge

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 05:20:37 EST
WEEK 2 OCT 8TH-14TH
CALORIE INTAKE:(22 PTS +4 ap's)
WATER INTAKE:(8-8oz)
FREGGIES:(8 a day)
CARDIO:(MINIMUM 30 min a day)
Week 1 Oct. 1st-7th

Calorie Intake:22 pts plus 4 activity pts
1st:35
2nd:15
3rd:25
4th:30
5th:16.5
6th:27
7th:26

Water Intake: 12-8 oz
1st:13
2nd:15
3rd:17
4th:15
5th:8
6th:12
7th:10

Fruit/Veggie Intake:8
1st:8
2nd:6
3rd:8
4th:...

Oct 1st Challenge Sign-up/G uidelines

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 05:13:34 EST
Ok so if we are all in for this challenge...bear with me as I am not the best at doing this...will add things as well go...

For the 1st week, lets make sure we are all in the Healthy Guidelines

Calorie Intake:
Water Intake:
Fruit/Veggie Intake:
(copy to the tracking page and use the same post each week, just EDIT each week)...

This is where I will post the new weekly challenge and will let you know when I do that...

OK Gang this st...

New member

Mon, 6 Sep 2010 10:00:51 EST
Hello,

My name is Deanna; I'm turning 41 in a couple of weeks, have two lovely daughters and have had a lot of life changes just recently; during these challenges my weight is creeping back up and I need to keep back into better shape and eating habits.

New with a spark team

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:13:39 EST
Hi everyone - I'm new with a spark team...usually try to do things myself but thought I'd give this a try.

Hi - New

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 22:37:45 EST
Hi,

I'm new here and I have decided that I might be joining a 40's plus team but I dont' have to feel the +...I am here on sp to get back some of my energy and lose my uninvited shadow - fat.

I'm a nature lover, I have owned numberous animals including horses for about 28 years (not now). I'm currently going to school thanks to a job being off-shored. I'm enjoying it but boy am I glad its ALMOST OVER. Of course not looking forward to job hunting but I view that as anoth...

Hello everyone - I'm new to SP

Sat, 24 Jul 2010 06:34:02 EST
Hi, my name is Tina (aka TeedY), I'm 48 and live in Georgia. I've been trying to lose weight for about 4yrs now. I love to workout, but as an emotional eater I always seem to lose the weight but don't keep it off. I am determine NOW to get the weight off and keep it off. I am so thankful to Chris for this site and all others (SparkTeams & friends) that I know will be of great support.

My Goal is to lose 20 lbs before my 49th birthday in October and keep it off.
I WILL......

years of yo-yo dieting and want to stop and lose!!

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:49:25 EST
Hi I have been yoyo dieting for years and need to lose 40# I probably started 20 diets a year for the last 10 years! I need help and motivation I am married to a great guy with 4 children 23,14,4, and almost 3..

Here I go again!

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 15:12:14 EST
I have been o.w my whole life and I want to be svelte and sexy, no one can do this for me, except me. The only person who has been holding me back is myself. Im making a new change in my life and its starting with me. So here I go again.

JUNE 2010 CHALLENGE TROPHY ROOM

Sun, 30 May 2010 21:44:14 EST
Week 1: May 31 - June 6, 2010

Walk/Run: Kim- 279 Carol- 250 Mary- 250
JJ's/Rope: Mary- 250 Carol- 250
Push-ups: Mary- 279 Kim- 279 Carol- 250
Cal. Int: Kim- 279 Carol- 264
Water Int: Kim- 279 Mary- 279 Carol- 279

JUNE 2010 CHALLENGE TRACKING

Sun, 30 May 2010 21:37:15 EST
EXAMPLE
Week 1: May 31 - June 6, 2010

Walk/Run: 2-0-1&1/2-4-F-S-Su
JJ's/Jump Rope: 10-0-20-30-F-S-Su
Wall/Reg. PU's: 15-0-30-40-F-S-Su
Calorie Intake: Y-N-Y-Y-F-S-Su
Water Intake: Y-N-Y-N-F-S-Su

JUNE 2010 CHALLENGE INFO

Sun, 30 May 2010 21:30:18 EST
Until someone can come up with something for the summer - here goes for the month of June.

I'll give you a different challenge each week and you'll get awarded a Gold, Silver, or Bronze Trophy according to how you did at the end of the week. Each week begins on Monday and ends on Sunday. I'll award the trophies on Tuesday to give everyone a chance to get their info in.

This will be info only and I'll make another thread to track your progress.

These are tota...

New to site and wanted to say hi

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:38:47 EST
Hi I am a forty-six year old mother of three children 24 years old daughter, 22 years old daughter and a 6 year old son and I have been battling weight loss my whole life! I eat relatively healthy, consistency seems to be a problem for me, seems my life is busier everyday, but I am determined to fit in exercise and healthy eating. I hope I can use this site to keep me motivated and connect with others who have the same struggles. I look forward to meeting everyone! Ann4goodskin

SPRING CHALLENGE POSTINGS

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 14:51:07 EST
WEEK 4 May 10-May16
________________________
S-0+0+0+
P-0+0+5+
R-5+5+5+
I-5+5+5+
N-5+5+
G-5+5+5+

B=

T= ..............."grand total" at the end.....
S- strength- give yourself 1 pt. for each 10 reps. of ST, up to 5 pts./day

P- post- post a positive affirmation daily for 5 pts./day

R- replenish- give yourself 1 pt. for each glass of water you drink; get all 8 or more-- give yourself 10 pts/day

SPRING CHALLENGE

Sun, 11 Apr 2010 13:40:57 EST
This is the new Challenge and I this is also where we can post and re-post each day. (I am hoping we can do that here w/out too much confusion...)

At the bottom of this post you will see the "blank challenge" for you to use to start and then we'll just copy it over and "edit" our page after each week, instead of starting a new thread...
I also cut and pasted the directions at the bottom of my blank challenge
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO SPARKMAIL ME WITH ANY QUESTIONS...

Glad to be back.....

Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:35:06 EST
Hello! I'm so glad to be back on SP. Several years ago I lost over 25 lbs with the help of SP and South Beach. Of course, like so many others, I've put it all back on...... sigh....... Well, I've decided it's time to get serious and get back on track and not only drop this weight but KEEP IT OFF!!!

I have two wonderful boys and a hubby I adore. I want to be happy and healthy not only for me, but for them.

I am getting myself reacquainted with SP tonight and will be sta...

Back AGAIN..... ..........

Sun, 4 Apr 2010 19:25:13 EST
Hello! I'm so glad to be back on SP. Several years ago I lost over 25 lbs with the help of SP and South Beach. Of course, like so many others, I've put it all back on...... sigh....... Well, I've decided it's time to get serious and get back on track and not only drop this weight but KEEP IT OFF!!!

I have two wonderful boys and a hubby I adore. I want to be happy and healthy not only for me, but for them.

I am getting myself reacquainted with SP tonight and will ...

Here I go again....

Sat, 27 Mar 2010 23:17:12 EST
I hope this is the beginning of a successful lifestyle change for me. I am almost 44 and have 50 lbs to lose. I have tried so many things that haven't worked. My plan is to calorie count in the short term to make sure I am not eating to much and to eat foods that are nutritionally dense at least 90% of the time. My 25th anniversary is coming up at the end of June so my short term goal is to lose 25 lbs by then :)

Rededicating myself to ME!

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 16:54:01 EST
I have started the weight loss process too many times to count and today is the first day to the rest of my life as a healthier, more energetic and lighter me. With this introduction I am announcing to anyone who cares to know that I am back on the road to a happier, healthier me! I will use all the tools available to me to make it happen.

Newbie!

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 14:10:08 EST
Hi there everyone! I am a stay at home mom of 2 little ones, looking to return to the workforce very soon. I have gotten very lazy and large over the last few years and I am miserable! I need help with motivation! I keep falling off! I was good for two full weeks and went off and now I am having trouble day to day! I dont understand, I know I need to lose weight, I am also newly diagnosed Diabetic. I dont understand myself, what is wrong with me?? Why cant I stay on track?? Help!!

New member

Tue, 5 Jan 2010 13:02:10 EST
Hello I am new and just wanted to introduce myself. I am married and have two children and two step children. I have been overweight all my life. I have tried several times to lose weight but not able. When I told my husband I was starting again, he just laughed. Hoping this time I can do it.

I wanna be a big loser!!

Fri, 1 Jan 2010 12:54:15 EST
Hello, I am 44 (45 in March) and I want to lose big this year. I have 90 pounds to lose. I love sparkpeople, but tend to not stick with it. I let it get too overwelming. I have been overweight for over a decade. I want the next decade to be a successful one for me. Can someone tell how you add the goals/ticker to your messages? Those are great!
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Back on track! hopefully lol

Wed, 9 Dec 2009 16:52:12 EST
Hello everyone! This is not my first time with spark. I have been on and off for the last year. Since my last weigh in I have managed to gain 12 pounds. Well i know part of my problem is lack of activity. A year ago I was retail manager now I'm a Realtor. From helping to stock shelves to helping Families find homes. So if anyone has any great ideas for easy to exercises send the my way.

Hello All

Thu, 3 Dec 2009 19:28:57 EST
Hello everyone, I just joined this team a day ago because it's exactly want I want, I'm 41 and have about 70 pounds to lose. For me, it's not just about the weight, it's about feeling better about myself and getting healthy and avoiding the diabetes that runs in my family. And to finally attain some of the athletic goals I have, complete a half-marathon and a triathlon.

We're all in this together

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 21:51:20 EST
Hey everybody. Just found this site and it seems supportive and unique. I want to introduce myself. I've been on this 20 year rollercoaster trip gaining more each time I lose a bit. Was at my top weight of 355 and during October and 1/2 of November, I was able to shed about 18 lbs. through determination and portion control. Hope to be 185 or so by 1/30/2011 for my son's 14th bday. Thanks for the support! Dave

I'm back !!!

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:16:12 EST
Hello everyone, I stopped exercising and dieting a year and a half ago, and now I'm back.
I'm doing a no carb diet for one month, so hopefully I will be eating healthy in 3 weeks.
I need all the support that I can receive now in this holiday season... a lot of good stuff around.
I'm glad to be back.

How many points did you get on the wheel today?

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:37:05 EST
2 for me woo hoo!!

Use an emoticon to express your day

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 00:08:32 EST
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Christmas only 8 weeks away.....

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:28:28 EST
And just wondering do you have a goal of where you would like to be???
How you would like to feel??
How can we better prepare ourselves for the Festive Holiday Season and Step into the New Year feeling proud of our accomplishments??? 446

Daily Goal Tracking Thread

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:18:17 EST
Here we can post how we did meeting our goals for the day....Let's Do It!!! We Can!! 104

Monday, Fresh start to the new Week...

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 21:13:45 EST
I thought it might be a good idea to start a new thread that we can post our weeks objectives. It can be a goal of something we have been lacking or perhaps trying to get more minutes of exercise, being more diligent in tracking our food...You personally decide what it will be, post it here and I will start a new thread just along side of this one so we can keep a daily log going on how we did meeting our goal for the day. If you miss this on Monday, please feel free to just jump in anytime a...

New here. Again

Sat, 5 Sep 2009 00:43:03 EST
Been dieting since birth. Tried every diet known to mankind .43 yrs young . Love life and I want to stay in it.I had gastric banding when it first came out. It slipped up caused alot of complications and had to have it pealed of esophagus. Not fun. Up to 380 now Actually thinking about gastric bypass . My knees are getting bad and I dont want to get down,so before I opt for surgery I thought I would give this a try. So hello everyone!!!

Hi- turning 40 next month

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 13:00:00 EST
Want to be healthier!

new gal here

Thu, 6 Aug 2009 11:15:01 EST
Hi! Just redid my sparks page & decided its time to go out of the old teams & join a few new ones. Found this one & it fits my life right now.

Just looking for friends to help my weight loss journey. Been doing sparks for over a year but started in April, 2009 to get serious with exercise & everything. It's been a very slow process with only 6 pounds off but keeping up with exercise & feel really good with that.
It takes baby steps & any encouragement sure helps.
.....

What is your favorite exercise?

Sun, 2 Aug 2009 21:57:40 EST
I LOVE more then 1 exercise, I love doing the treadmill and then using the weights. I just wish my treadmill worked as well as the one at the gym.
I did try jogging on mine tonight-went for 2-3 min. NOT BAD...but then we had company and only got in 5 min of exercise... 39

Ok am heading to bed...

Starting

Sun, 2 Aug 2009 21:46:24 EST
Ok 40+ers here is a new forum where we can post what we got on the wheel,how much we exercised, what is your favorite exercise ect...Think ya'll get the picture...

SUMMER CAMP CHALLENGE STATS ONLY (THANK YOU ;-] )

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 11:16:49 EST
8/27/09-
183.8
Gained 1.6

8/5/09-MAINTAINED
Weight:182.2
Neck: 13
Bust: 36 :~{
Arm: 13
Waist: 29
Hip: 37.5
Thigh: 24
(lower thigh:18)
Calves: 15.5
Weight Loss: 1.6
Inches: 1.5 in

7/29-09
Weight:182.2
Neck: 13
Bust: 36 :~{
Arm: 13
Waist: 29
Hip: 37.5
Thigh: 24
(lower thigh:18)
Calves: 15.5
Weight Loss: 1.6
Inches: 1.5 in

...

Summer Camp Challenge 2009

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:28:38 EST
Welcome to Summer Camp! I will be your Camp Counselor this summer. Let's begin by using the following form to log our starting weight and measurements.

Summer Camp Starting Stats

Name:
Weight:
Neck:
Bust:
Arm:
Waist:
Hip:
Thigh:
Calves:

My WL Goal for Summer Camp is:

Watch out for those salads

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:29:34 EST
Thought i was doing well ordering the michigan cherry salad with grilled chicken instead of the cheese. When i tallied it up it cost me 500 calories. Those darn walnuts and cherries! i'll know better next time. I also posted my journal so big sister can yell at me if i eat too much LOL. Im just starting but im going full hog lol. Not giving in this time!

New and serious about getting down to business

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 11:18:14 EST
Hi, I am a 46 year old wife and mother of 4 teenagers. No stress there LOL! I am excited about joining this team and hoping that being accountable to a team will help me stay on track. I am looking for buddies to share my journey. I have posted what i call my fat photo so I will have incentive to change it, I look forward to talking with all of you throughout this tough journey.

6/09 Challenge Log

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 22:42:01 EST
Let's use this thread to log our daily accomplishments...

Who's Up for a New Challenge???

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:24:11 EST
Hi Everyone!
Just wondering who would be interested in hopping on board for a new challenge to help to inspire and motivate us to do better. I really like the idea of making it weekly challenges inspired by each one of us so that it's not a lot to keep up with for one person individually. You can come up with either an exercise to do every day or minutes for the week, getting our water, freggies (fruits&veggies) quota or anything else you would like to challenge us with. Once we figure o...

Walk Away The Pounds

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 14:24:10 EST
Due to back surgery in Dec of 2008, I am limiting my exercie to walking and walking DVD's. Just started the Walk Away the Pounds yesterday and have been searching EVERYWHERE on this site and the internet in general to try to find the correct amt of calories I'b burning in the 1 mile one and the 2 mile one. Can anyone help me out with this at all. I'd really appreciate it!!! Thanks! Tami

Hello -

Tue, 9 Jun 2009 06:10:54 EST
Hi, I'm Sharon. Finally, after about a year of tracking this site, I decided the only way to get my weight off is to actively participate. I'm a wife and mother of three (4 yr old and 2 8 mo old). I was trying to lose weight before the twins and now it's even harder. I've always set and accomplish personal goals. I normally can't sleep until I achieve what I'm after. Why is losing 25 lbs feeling like an impossible task? This is the very first time in life I've even feel like there is s...

Starting Today...

Sun, 7 Jun 2009 20:21:50 EST
Hi, I'm Tami. I've been married almost 18 years and have 3 children. Two daughters(18 & 16) and a son(13). My brother told me about this site and I am very excited to get started in a positive way to get healthy again with the help and support from all of you! 247

it's tough

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 13:25:55 EST
Howdy,
I am 45,overweight by an additional 30lbs,I was able to loose 15 sine June 08, but is unable to go below 169 since mid april????? despite boot camp classes 3x a week, weight training which I just started, and where I can fit it in, I am training for a half marathon end of June. I don't have time to sit on the couch
I have a knee injury which is hampperig my running traing, so I will walk the 13.1 m if I hae to.
I am excited about the INAUGURAL Seattle Rock and Roll M...

New to Team

Fri, 15 May 2009 08:05:03 EST
Hi everyone, I'm new to this team TODAY!! Hope to met a lot of great people here who want to share ideas, thoughts and provide support to all. I have a long way to go and feel that I have started well. I have lost 36.2 pounds since 01/13/09 and 15.4 since I joined spark people a 52 days ago. Things aren't always easy for me but I am trying. Hope to talk to you soon!!! Keep smiling it's FRIDAY!!!

Hey everyone I am new to the team!

Thu, 14 May 2009 10:32:02 EST
Hi my name is Doreen and I am a 40 year old mom of 4 kids. It seems now that I am 40 going on 41 I am just struggling with my weight loss. I have been with SP since October and only have managed to lose 9lbs. I am hoping to find friends who struggle with the same issues I have been struggling with. I will give all the encouragement and support to everyone and hope to get some in return to hopefully get me through this.

Hello

Sun, 3 May 2009 08:16:43 EST
Hi
I am new to the team joined a few days ago. I am from SC. I have 4 kiddies (5 including hubby) I thinks this board is so wonderful. Please feel free to drop by my page and say hi. looking for friends to share my weight loss journey.

Hello

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 10:16:41 EST
Just introducing my self to the Team Page.

I just wanted to introduce myself.

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 21:43:09 EST
Hi everyone. I just joined SparkPeople last week. I love this web site.

I found this group and thought it sounded like just what I need. I hope to get to know a lot of you better.

OMG can we say I can feel that

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 20:11:36 EST
Hey I know it's been a helluva long time since I dropped in. I've had a life change so to speak. Got a new job, schedule is a rather bit erratic sometimes. I just decided to re-start this whole let's get fit n healthy thing again, my recent blog says it all. Feel free to go read and write there or here about it if you wish to.

I just started using the 1st dvd from The Biggest Loser, I have em all but holy mother of God it's not easy even the beginner stuff when you're not used to ...

I AM NEW AND DON'T KNOW WHAT I AM DOING

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:14:08 EST
HI MY NAME IS THERESIA AND I AM VERY NEW TO SP. I STARTED APRIL 6 AND I AM COMPLETELY LOST AT WHAT I AM DOING. IF ANYONE WOULD BE KIND ENOUGH TO HELP THAT WOULD BE GREAT. I DID START A WORK OUT PROGRAM, BUT I AM NOT USE TO TALKING TO ANYONE ONLINE. I HOPE THAT I FIT IN WITH EVERYONE ELSE.

Fit by 50!

Sun, 15 Mar 2009 17:00:04 EST
249 Hi, My name is Deb and I am struggling to get back on track and stay there! In a RUT....Crud!! :))

I am new to Sparks and trying to figure it all out!

8 ft tall

Tue, 3 Mar 2009 17:00:17 EST
(I am posting this a a few of the teams I am on, this is fun)

I located this on a website....

.........According to the rule of the thumb formula 'The ideal weight of Men can be calculated as under:
For the first 5 feet the weight should be 106'And for each additional inch add 6 pounds'

The ideal weight of women can be calculated as under:
For the first 5 feet the weight should be 100'And for each additional inch add 5 pounds'.....(walktallshoes....

Single, Over 40, Overweig t-What's a girl to do?

Sun, 1 Mar 2009 06:31:42 EST
I am new to Spark, but so excited. I am truly ready to take control of my life. I will be 42 this year. When I was 39, I weighed 150 pounds and was in a relationship with a man I thought I would marry. How things change. Well I'm ready to change. I look forward to working towards my goal with the support and inspiration from others.

Life begins at 40

Sat, 28 Feb 2009 21:54:52 EST
6 days until my 40th birthday and 40 pounds overweight. I am finally ready to do this. Just so confused about how to begine there is so much information out there. So many programs and books and adds. What will really work for me. I trusting God that Sparks is the tool I need to finally reach my goal.

I am new to the team.

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 07:54:35 EST
I am new to the team and the BIG 40.

I am from No.VA and I just turned 40 and I want to lose 75lbs. I am married with two wonderful young kids (stop by my sparkpage!!!

This is my second time to SP. I joined a year ago lost 18lbs and gained it back so I restarted December 28, 2008.

New to the group

Mon, 9 Feb 2009 17:04:35 EST
Hi Everyone My name is Tammy also ,you could use TammyM for me. I'm new to this . Tonight I'm going to restart Weight watcher , but thought getting support and new ideas from all of you would be helpful. It will also be nice to meet some new people . I'm in St. Paul area and looking for friends. I'm 42 single looking to lose 60 to 70#'s .
I will write more later ,have to go back to work.

Advanced 12 Week Walk Program

Sun, 1 Feb 2009 18:11:13 EST
Week 1: Walk at least 4 days
45 minutes (35 min. plus 5 min. warm-up and 5 min. cool-down) OR 2 miles per day

Intermediate 12 Week Walk Program

Sun, 1 Feb 2009 18:02:09 EST
Week 1: Walk at least 4 days
35 minutes (25 min. plus 5 min. warm-up and 5 min. cool-down) OR 1-1/4 miles each day

Beginner 12 Week Step Challenge

Sun, 1 Feb 2009 17:43:12 EST
Week 1: Walk at least 3 days this week.
25 minutes (15 min. plus 5 min. warm-up and 5 min. cool-down) OR 3/4 miles

12 Week Healthy Heart Challenge Chat

Sun, 1 Feb 2009 17:40:17 EST
Hi Gang - In honor of Valentine's Day here's the latest challenge for anyone and everyone. :) There will be a Beginner Challenge, an Intermediate Challenge, and an Advanced Challenge. The Beginner one is for those like me that just don't walk as often as we should. The Advanced one is for those of you that walk all the time (including those that try to outmaneuver the hunters while out walking! - You know who you are!) LOL and the Intermediate one is for those in between. Everyone doing th...

Article on Yahoo today 1/27/09

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 11:02:01 EST
Lose weight watching TV
Provided by Michelle Williams
This time of year, when shorter days and cooler weather are driving you inside, it's tempting to just hole up on the sofa and watch your favourite TV shows while you munch away on calorie-laden snacks. But you can turn your evening around so it's fun, fit and healthy with just a few easy exercises and some nourishing food choices!

Take an exercise break
Don't feel like running off to the gym? Get fit and feel gre...

I want to be a big loser!

Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:28:45 EST
Hi everyone! I'm new (returning after a long absence) to Spark People and wanted to introduce myself. I'm glad to be here and looking forward to meeting new people for support and inspiration.

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Have 60 + lbs that must go

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 11:17:54 EST
Here checking things out trying to get it together and get back to diet and exercise Starting Jan 1st (I should have treadmill repaired by then). Lost 70lbs a few years ago and gained more than half of it back. Haven't exercised for a long time because of hip and back problems (been going to chiropractor for more than 2 years) but I don't think there is going to be any improvement until some lbs go.

Exactly what I need

Sun, 7 Dec 2008 09:13:16 EST
Hi My name is Dawn I am 40 and need to lose 50 lbs. I read your team motto and it sounded just like me. I always start and stop and always fail. I feel with this program and your help I will do this and lose the weight. As soon as I figure how to do it i want to post some pictures so I have a before and after look to be proud of.

Hello everyone, I'm glad to be here!

Mon, 1 Dec 2008 06:52:35 EST
Hi, I'm Pixie! I'm a 47 yr old Christian mom to 2 grown boys. I'm a vegetarian bordering on vegan. I lost 86 lbs a few years ago but have gained it back. Its taken me FOREVER to find my inspiration again but I finally did, thank God! I've been back on track for just over a week now, and SparkPeople has been a HUGE help in keeping me going! I feel so optimistic about the future.
Please check out my Sparkpage, and if anyone needs a buddy for mutual encouragement and support please let me ...

Hi, I'm new to the team!

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 10:30:59 EST
Hi, I'm a 44y/o who needs some encouragement and accountability. I have put on almost 30#'s over the last 8 years. I am tired of my excuses and laziness. I really need to get rid of the weight. I am becoming a prisoner in my home. I am becoming everything I told myself I would not be. I never used to watch so much tv or eat the way I am eating now. I can't believe how awful my habits are.

I went from a fit and active person who was eating very healthy(a vegetarian) to a tv addicte...

Hello

Fri, 7 Nov 2008 12:12:17 EST
Hi, I am 42 and looking to lose some weight for a healthier me and for my daughter. I want to be around to see her accomplish her goals in life.

Hi everyone!

Tue, 4 Nov 2008 14:48:16 EST
Just signed up for Sparkpeople today and am hoping this will help me stay accountable for what I eat and how much I exercise.

Hi everyone!

Sat, 1 Nov 2008 10:08:09 EST
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Healthy Holiday Challenge Chat

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 10:28:45 EST
OK, so here's the challenge:

Starting on November 3, and continuing for 7 weeks until December 20, we will have a weekly exercise or nutrition challenge. This challenge is designed to give a jump start to heading into the holdays a little healthier, and hopefully, a little lighter.

Each week, a new challenge will be posted on this thread. Each participant will decide how many reps of that particular exercise that they will "challenge" themselves to do. This number sho...

Holiday Challenge Weekly Goal Tracker

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:52:29 EST
Use this thread to track your progress weekly toward your own determined goal for each challenge activity.

Set up a post for yourself weekly for each new challenge.

Post your intended daily goal for each weekly challenge at the top of your post.

Keep track daily of your progress by returning to your post and clicking on "edit", then adding your number daily. Make a new post for yourself for each new week. (This will keep the number of posts on this thread d...

Holiday Challenge Weekly Weigh In

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:17:02 EST
Please use this thread for weekly WI's for the Holiday Challenge Team.

Please post your starting weight by Tuesday, November 4, then weekly by Tuesday. Remember, WI day is Sunday's.

Make one entry for yourself with a starting weight (SW), and then weekly just go back to your entry and click on "edit" to add each new week's WI entry. This will cut down on the number of entries on the thread, and be easier to read at a glance. You can still add and remove specific comme...

Holiday Challenge Captain's Report

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 08:04:54 EST
This thread is for the report of progress and distribution of trophies only.

NO DIALOGUE HERE PLEASE (for captains use only)

**FOR A COMPLETE DESCRIPTION OF THE CHALLENGE, CHECK OUT THE 'HOLIDAY CHALLENGE CHAT' THREAD UNDER 'NEW MEMBERS' ON THE TEAM PAGE**

New Kid On The Block

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 22:22:35 EST
I am 40+ AND I WANT TO BE THE BIGGEST LOSER!!!!!!!

I am just getting started

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 16:11:21 EST
Hello to everone on the team. My roommate and I wanted to start getting health. My roommate screen name is pebb33. We have almost the same screen name.
I hope that this works for the both of us.
I just signed my mom up also. So we are all workiing togethet.
Thank you all.

Just getting started

Sat, 27 Sep 2008 14:27:42 EST
I just wanted to say hello to everyone on the team.

My September goals

Sun, 31 Aug 2008 19:13:31 EST
To share with all on my SparkTeams

August 31, 2008

Tomorrow is September 1, 2008 and these are the goals I am going to try and accomplish during the month of September and I thought that I would share them all with you.

1. Keep track of my calories and meals, except for when I allow for that cheat meal or cheat day and learn not to feel guilty over it.

2. Get in more cardio and more than 2 or 3 times a week and do 2 strength training wor...

new to the group

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 21:17:07 EST
Hello everyone
I am not really new to sparkpeople but am new to this group, I am 47 and need to lose at least 100 pounds and need the support and motivation of others that know how it is to deal with the ups and downs of losing weight and becoming healthy, its nice to be here and I wanna be a big loser also.

NEW BEE

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:22:41 EST
HI,
NEW MEMBER, I AM A JOINER AND LOOKING FORWARD TO A NEW CHAPTER IN MY LIFE. MARRIED WITH 2 BOYS AGES 20 & 14, A HUSBAND, 2 DOGS & 2 CATS.....OH YEAH I FORGOT AND A PARTRIDGE IN A PEAR TREE. CHIN UP & LIVE ! ! !

new to this

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 21:15:57 EST
Hello everyone. My name is Lori and I live in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. I have about 150 lbs. to lose. After my divorce ,to a very abusive man for 20 years, I met the love of my life on Yahoo personals. At that time I had hired a cheap personal trainer and went from 285 to 204. Then I got happy for the first time in my life with my wonderful husband and put all the weight back on including 10 more pounds. I am lucky that my spouse loves me at any size, but I am so disappointed in myself fo...

I'm new here and need some help.

Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:00:39 EST
Hi All. I just posted a message introducing myself. I joined SP a couple of months ago, but there was so much information that I got overwhelmed. I am looking forward to meeting everyone and learning the ropes.
Alittle about myself. I am a 41 years old(soon to be 42 on the 27th) teacher in NYC for the last 16 years. I enjoy what I do. I get great satisfaction teaching children, and helping homeless animals.

Hi

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:37:38 EST
I am new here

Hi, I'm Angie

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:08:01 EST
My name is Angie, I hail from the lovely state of New Mexico. I have 2 grown daughters & one very precious 6 month old grandson. I have been married for 12 years to a very supportive man. I want to lose weight to be pleased with MYSELF again. Too feel better & be able to buy clothes that are regular price not add $2.00 for an extra size! I play softball, I am LEARNING to crochet quilt. I love to read, and ride in the mountains!

Core Challenge

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 09:38:26 EST
This is the core challenge for this week. It is based on the Weight Watchers Core Program. Let's see if we can use it to jumpstart our weight loss this week and clean up our eating habits on our way to a healthy lifestyle!

On Core, you eat to feel satisfied. That means you don't let yourself get to the point where your stomach is empty, nor do you eat until you feel uncomfortable. You just have enough to feel satisified every couple of hours.

You can choose any foods...

introduction

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 15:46:14 EST
Just joined, my name is Sandra, turned 40 in october and will like to be more healthy. I have 2 sons ages 18 and 9 and have been married for 20 years. Hope to meet all!!! 241 160

EXERCISE CHALLENGE

Sun, 18 May 2008 11:12:09 EST
Put your name under the club you want and check in once a week and post on how you did...
Fitness Minute Challenge--Sunday to Saturday

500 Club

400 Club

300 Club
Kim
Sunday-
20 min. treadmill
40 min. weights
5 min. stretching
1 hr. 5 min.
Monday-
20 min. treadmill
30 min. weight
15 min. bike
5 min. stretching
1 hr. 10 min.
Tuesday-
10 min. treadmill
40 min. weights...

Hard to keep going!

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 23:13:12 EST
I will be 42 in June and I am working hard to lose the weight I've gained over the past 8 years or so. I always used to fight my weight but at a certain point I got so sick of watching what I ate that I just let it all go and now weigh more than when I was pregnant. I am very tired of this cycle of knowing what to do but not succeeding. I have seen some success but feel like I just can't loose any more. Any good advice out there? I am at a tall hurdle.
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I am a newbie

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 21:44:30 EST
I was going to start this program back in January but ended up having surgery instead. Now I am ready to be a big loser at 44. I will need support and guidance because I seem to like to sabotage my efforts. I guess I am afraid of being successful at becoming healthy. 39

My goal is to take one day/week/month at a time. Begin with baby steps to running.

Keep me in your prayers as I begin my new journary.

DkStar

Hi New to the team....

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 14:37:45 EST
My name is Christina and I have been struggling with my weight for at least 17 years...I have been on this site since 2007 but quit because of course I got discouraged. I currently weigh 240 and want to lose about 70 lbs. What I have the hardest time with is fitting in exercise. Any suggestions would be appreciates. Hoping to get some motivation from the site. I think it has a wealth of information and I just need to utilize it better. Wish me luck!

April Exercise Challenge

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:47:44 EST
Ok Girls starting April 1st (No Fooling) we will starting posting our exercise minutes daily...we can go how ever long you all would like...
I will still continue to post on the other challenge as well...keeps me focused!

Kim

Hi Everyone

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 09:39:07 EST
Good Morning all...

I hope you had a great Easter weekend..I decided to join this group because we are all in the same boat, same age group and I think you guys could and will be a great help..I have currently lost 45 pounds and have been at a stand still for about 8months..and than after xmas I put on 25 pounds..wow doesn't take long to put on but forever to take off...I joined a cardo gym on January 10th and now I have lost 13 pounds so its almost off..I have still 75 pounds more...

*NEW* Week Challenge starting 3/17

Fri, 14 Mar 2008 01:14:01 EST
Hello All!!
I am going to post a challenge for anyone who would like to join in. We will post here Monday with starting weight if you'd like to and what challenges you met for the day. I think this will be fun and help to give some of us that little push we need to get the scale to move. (like me) Good luck and have fun!!

Challenge for the week of 3/17

*Drink at least 64 oz of water daily
*5 servings of fruit and veggies
*Exercise a minimum of 15 minutes 5...

Hi everyone !

Thu, 13 Mar 2008 21:41:57 EST
Hi. I am 40 years old and I am happy to say that I have chosen Spark people to be the last diet that I am ever on. I have battled my weight for 25 years now and found this site to be quite inspiring. I look forward to meeting new people and being inspired to live a healthier lifestyle. 213

Small Victories

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 16:59:18 EST
I did not have even one bite of Dylan's cheeseburger!

help

Tue, 4 Mar 2008 09:11:57 EST
213 i just got back on track with sparkpeople i have been back since march 1 i was here a year ago i left and gained from 217 to 244 which is what i weigh now i eventually want to be down to 165 but have set my goal for now at 200 i will really need everybodies support for this to happen so i hope i make alot of friends out there hope to hear from someone soon

New gal

Sat, 1 Mar 2008 23:46:10 EST
Hello all! My name is Lori and I am 43.And I can use a lot of help.

I am new

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 19:48:14 EST
Hi!! my name is Lori and I just joined your team today! It looks like a great team to be involved with. Anyway I am in my 40s and am addicted to the biggest loser show they show me that anybody can lose weight and I am ready!!!

Hello!

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:09:17 EST
Hi to all!
Week one started out good, but then I got the head cold/sinus crud after taking my sick parents groceries and medicine. Felt bad all weekend. Finally felt better Monday and worked out for about 1 1/2 hours. I had the house all to myself!! I did SP exercises, Core Secrets, and I want that body abs. I felt GREAT after...well, I had a good workout. Been feeling a lot better. Can't wait to get outside and enjoy baseball practice with my sons. Last week was 60degrees, and...

Jon and Kate plus 8

Sun, 24 Feb 2008 17:33:05 EST
does anyone else watch this show? i love it, but my husband can't stand it. he hates the way that kate talks to jon and how she treats him.
maryanne

Just an update on me

Sat, 23 Feb 2008 19:01:47 EST
Ok all here's the update!!!

My blood pressure in only 14 days dropped from 150/90 to 130/80 she's put me on it for another 30 days as over the past week due to the Ramipril lowering my risk to infection,I ended up with a horrible cold and nasal infection and haven't quite gotten over it yet. Just resting and eating properly for now. I am not quite ready to get back to exercise yet. Once I flush this cold out of me I will be back on it for sure. It's hard to exercise when you are ...

ketone strips

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 14:36:20 EST
does anyone use them? do you think that they work?
MaryAnne

I'm 40 and want to be healthy again!!!!

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 17:33:58 EST
Hello everyone - I am so new at all of this. I started watching what I have been eating and I joined a circut weight training class. I cannot believe that actual movement helps to take off the pounds and believe it or not, I have a little flexibility back again. My husband was just recently diagnosed with diabetes and I am trying to help him (he is motivated and doing well on his own) but I need to talk to other woman. He is losing weight so easily and I seem to just be staying the same. ...

my spark page

Sun, 17 Feb 2008 14:43:41 EST
how does it look? kinda naked to me, any ideas on how to spruce it up a bit? thanks
MaryAnne

hi, i'm new & this is my first posting

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 17:31:31 EST
hi, my name is maryanne, i am almost 44 years old and i have about 125 pounds to lose.

I am 40+ and I wanna be a big loser!!!

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 23:33:20 EST
Oh boy, do I ever! I thought that I had introduced myself, but I can't find it anywhere. So, I will do it now. I was with SP for awhile before, then I went away for awhile but I am back again and determined to be here forever!!! I am a 46 year old mother of 2 college students (both of whom will graduate next December--YEAH!). I am also a college student who will graduate next May. Double YEAH! I need to be a big loser though, because I am afraid of job hunting if I am not. 40

todays the day just starting a little lost

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 19:30:18 EST
I just decided to join this sight. I want to lose about 60 pounds. I am a social worker and mother of a 25 year old. My husband does not notice I am overweight but I know. I am not so good on a computer just average so I may need help

hi everybody

Sat, 9 Feb 2008 11:41:10 EST
Hi there...new to the team!

My name is Jill, I'm married, 2 children ages 15 & 11, work full time for a dentist, a Christian and sick of being FAT!! Looking forward to meeting each of you and I know we'll help eachother. God bless ya and have a super day!

HI, I'm a NEWBEE To the Team,

Thu, 7 Feb 2008 22:09:28 EST
And looking forward to being part of it...Thanks!!!

HELLO I AM A ROOKIE

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:27:25 EST
I NEED TO LOSE WEIGHT AND DON'T KNOW HOW TO GO ABOUT IT. ANY SUGGESTIONS HOW TO EVEN START THE PROCESS WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED

I am new i just joined 40+ team

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:17:48 EST
Hi everyone

I am new and I dont really know what iam doing so I can use all the support I can get I lost some weight but i feel stuck and I need help 249

Home Made Cherry Cheese Cake

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:55:17 EST
I had a piece of cherry cheese cake tonight for my niece's 19th BD to celebrate her being of legal age to drink in Ontario Canada, but do not have the nutritional info to track it. Can any one help?

Graham cracker crust
cream cheese filling topped with cherry pie filling.

My sister made it and did not have the values.

Slipjiggy (Carol)

Choosing a ''NEW WAY'' to Eat

Fri, 25 Jan 2008 06:37:20 EST
hey again, sorry, wanted to just put it out there for any of those who this may help. Something that I'm doing different today that I never have before that is HELPING A LOT is eating more frequently! I start my day at 5am with coffee and a bowl of heart heatlhy oatmeal. Approx 2-3 hours later I drink a high protein shake (made w/ h20), a hour later I eat a high fiber bar and then its lunch time which is either a raw veggie salad with wheat crackers or some kind of protein (fish/beans) with r...

Hello all...

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 12:18:06 EST
Heard about this site on TV and thought I'd give it a shot. Very impressed so far. I have about 50 pounds to lose. Lost 40 last year and then the holidays came; didn't gain any but didn't lose either. Back on track now. Looking forward to working the plan. 249

want to loose big.

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:25:22 EST
Hello, from cold oregon. I'm new and not sure how this works.

Huddles

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 14:02:53 EST
Okay, I don't know what's happening, but I keep posting extra!?!?!? Sorry. It's like I'm a newbie or something?!?!

Huddles

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 14:02:39 EST
I didn't mean to huddle three times. I was talking to my daughter and I might have been too aggressive with the enter button. Really, my sparkpage is NOT that interesting. lol

Target Exercise video--$2.50

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 11:40:27 EST
In the Target Dollar Spot, they have an exercise DVD. Actually, the cardboard case contains two DVDs. The price is $2.50. I did the 10 minute Abs workout yesterday, and it was definitely a workout. Not too hard to do, but it was effective. My obliques especially are feeling it today.

They also had some light weights, and a few other exercise items.

National Body Challenge

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 10:45:40 EST
Discovery Health is running another Body Challenge. It's a Pamela Peeke thing, if you are familiar with her. There were two shows on the TV station: National Body Challenge and Fit to Live.

If you go to www.health.discovery.com and select the National Body Challenge, you can register. They will set up a menu for you, suggest workouts, provide lots of good articles, and give you recipes. You can get a 2 week Bally Fitness Pass, iPod trainer downloads, and so forth. It's free, l...

Womans Word article

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:34:55 EST
I just read the article in Woman's World that included members of the Spark Team. How exciting!!! Those people are such an inspiration! I hope y'all get a chance to read it.

try again

Mon, 14 Jan 2008 17:35:40 EST
i hope i meet my goal

Food Tracker and Daily Post Challenge!!

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 06:32:28 EST
Here's where we report our participation in the challenge. Just say your total calories for the day and if you posted on the 'Daily Post' thread.

Starts: Monday, January 14th
Ends: Sunday, January 27th

~Carmel~

Would like to join your team!!

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 01:36:52 EST
Hello...
I returned to Spark people a few weeks ago, joined a few challenges and signing in every night to read and browse thru forums but I am not doing very well!! These cravings are getting the best of me!! I have so many good intentions but need your help in the motivation dept and someone I can share with every day. I have a stationary bike sitting out in the shed and a tread mill in the garage and I think about them every day but still havent gone for a walk or ride. Tomorrow I wil...

Hello!

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 23:27:38 EST
Greetings!!! I read the title to the Team Page and knew I just had to join. On the 24th I will be 40 +1 and I need to be a Big Loser!! Thanks!!! 213

Doctor's don't know everything!!!

Wed, 9 Jan 2008 19:38:23 EST
I almost bloody well ended up in hospital last night.

I followed what she told me, drink lots of water,take your vitamins,and
mineral supplements and eat potassim rich foods,drink oj etc for the
potassium. I guess she didn't know sodium and potassium aren't the only
electrolytes you lose when you pee so much as you are taking
prescription diuretic meds even when they are low dose. She didn't tell
me to increase my salt intake at all,just get the sodium that...

Invite to my Yahoo group

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 07:30:04 EST
please feel free to join my Yahoo Group.

http://ca.groups.yahoo.com/group/Canadas
BiggestLoserClub/

Just copy and paste that in your browser. You don't have to be a Canadian, you just have to love the show. I just called it that because some groups on Yahoo for the Biggest Loser show had their state name or region in it, so I "borrrowed" that idea.

Once and for all

Sun, 6 Jan 2008 22:10:47 EST
Hi everyone,
Here I am hoping for the last time I find myself overweight. Being 40+ and needing to lose 40+ I thought this team is just what I need. 244

hey I'm 40 and over weight.

Sun, 6 Jan 2008 13:46:59 EST
I have 40+ lbs. to loose and it's a battle and i need support.. Please help if you can..

Hi!

Sun, 6 Jan 2008 12:56:20 EST
I'm Karen and I just found SP last night. I am trying to get through it all but I am struggling. I have dial up too. I may have to do my info at work. I really want to to become healthy and in the process lose all those pounds I have gained to past several years. I'm psyched to have such a great support system to work with. 224

A little bit of bad news

Sat, 5 Jan 2008 14:06:34 EST
I went to my doctor yesterday and my tests that I recently had all came back fine except my cholesterol is still high and so is my blood pressure, I am now on a very low dose water pill for 30 days to see if that plus exercise and eating right will be able to bring it back down to normal.

I just wanted to let you know. So it's oats for breakfast and avoiding pretty much all processed foods from now on, and eating whole foods and making my own sauces,dressings and so forth.
...

Weight Loss Bar

Thu, 3 Jan 2008 09:37:11 EST
Does anyone know where you go to adjust the weight loss bar? The little bar that shows your goal. Mine is wrong, I wish it was right but I want to start with it correct. It's been a long time since I used Sparkpeople and I can't remember.

Happy New Year all!!!

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 21:10:23 EST
2008 is a mere few hours away for me here on the West Coast of Canada.

For some of you it has already begun!!!

Are you ready for change? Are you ready for committment? Are you
ready to be a thinner, fitter, happier person by the end of 2008?

I know I am!!!

I look forward to our chats and our motivations for one another.

Wishing you health,fitness,happiness and more in all areas of your
life in 2008 & beyond.

With grat...

New edition of Prevention magazine

Sat, 29 Dec 2007 16:09:51 EST
New Biggest Loser edition of Prevention Magazine was on the newsstand at the checkout of one of my local stores today.

I haven't read it yet.

Isabeau is on the cover in a cute pink dress.

For those who may not know

Fri, 28 Dec 2007 16:46:55 EST
Thanks to Prevention magazine I got the scoop on the Biggest Loser eating plan. I actually outlaid it to the members of my group on Yahoo (CanadasBiggestLoserClub) and I thought I would share with those who don't know what the contestants are following.

this is the basics

Ok are you ready?

This is pretty easy actually. It does require a little planning and
some measuring but it isn't all that hard from the looks of it.

First off let's explain t...

Hi all!

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 18:31:41 EST
My name is Kimberley, I am 41 and will be 42 next month on the 15th and I finally made up my mind after so many tries and failures and the giving up and trying and giving up again over and over to finally get this done.

I will find a way to balance a full time job,a boyfriend and a lifestyle change plus do whatever else seems to come along in my life.

The only thing that has motivated me this time was watching The Biggest Loser. I've watched every season and where I li...

Hello to everyone

Sun, 9 Dec 2007 20:13:56 EST
I just joined and this team sounds like fun! I turned 40 in March and here comes 41 just like that!! I have two boys ages 7 and 10. I also teach 1st grade and love to read, scrapbook and watch PSU football. I am so tired of the cycle I go through every year where I put on weight over the holiday season due to uncontrollable eating/stress! It is happening again and I am beginning to get deressed and I so want to break the cycle.

Looking forward to chatting with you all!
Ki...

New Team For Maintenance: 40 Something Maintainers

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 19:31:32 EST
I everyone!
I received an email from a team leader today about a new team for those people who may be close to goal weight and need to learn to maintain that weight!
I just wanted to pass the info on to you.

~Carmel~

Below is the email:
***********************
It was suggested to me by another team member that I should contact the leaders of the 40 something teams and let you know that our team exists and ask if you might be willing to post a thread ...

Thanks for all your help

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 08:34:51 EST
I'm commited to be fit, so I have to check on all the information that you are giving me , I'm new here and for me taking care of myself was the last thing in my mind, but now is my time!
Thank you for the support!!!
I'll be bottering very often
Ana 253

something is wrong...

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 14:01:57 EST
I'm eating good, doing exercise, drinking my water, etc
I started at 182 and now I'm 185 WHY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i'M NOT CHEATING, BUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU

hello

Wed, 28 Nov 2007 09:10:37 EST
I'm new in this page, trying to be fit and be able to be healthy for me, my 6 year old and my husband. I will be asking for help!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks
ana

Coming back to SP

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 21:43:55 EST
Hi Folks! I did great with SP last Nov, Dec. and Jan., and then something happened...I lost all motivation to exercise. I stopped being careful with what I ate. And, boy, have I been paying for it! I am breaking records on the scale practically every day! I'm 139 now, which I've never been in my life. Pants that I bought for myself last December don't fit 46 I know what I have to do. But my elliptical trainer is idle. I haven't done strength training in months. I used to find the ca...

Hello Team...

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 12:54:11 EST
I joined the team last week but have been feeling too guilty to post! 2 Then I thought, hey, isn’t that what these guys are here for? 30 So here I am. Thanks for welcoming me to the team Carmel! Seems like a small cozy team. =D I love the new Daily Post thread. You'll find me there later.
I dreaded stepping on the scale but finally did and had to adjust my ticker 5 lbs UP therefore, I would like to lose 20 lbs. I hope to accomplish it tracking my calories an...

New member , needing guidance

Tue, 6 Nov 2007 14:10:45 EST
Greetings, decided to join a group and I choose this group, because of the age group of the members. I don't know what I am doing pertaining to technology. I will be glad to be guidedl

Hi

Mon, 5 Nov 2007 15:21:16 EST
Hi there! If you are taking new members, I'd love to join. My name id Di. I am 44, finally divorced and have alot of life left to live and want to get this weight off so my health issues will calm down or be gone even! I have a lot to lose but taking it one day at a time!

Have a great day!

Hi All

Sun, 4 Nov 2007 20:12:07 EST
Would like to join your group, to give and receive support. I've been on and off diets since I was 13 years old. Looking for a lifestyle change. 41

I wanna be on the losing team!!

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 17:28:31 EST
Hi all, I'm looking for 40-something team with some LIFE in it. Looks like you all are pretty active and doing a great job supporting one another. I'd love to join your losing team!!

Hello, I'm Donna

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 07:00:46 EST
Hi, I'm Donna. I have recently turned 47 and have a wonderful husband and a 3 year old son. NO! I did NOT give birth at this late age...we adopted. He is just the love of our lives and the headache we chase every day. He is active, fast, and devilish. He hits, kicks, throws, jumps, and pees everywhere. We just recently broke him from peeing in the bathroom trash can. ~sigh~ At least he forces me to exercise.

2007 has been the worst year of my life. I am now going to focus...

Activity challenge for beginners

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 07:32:22 EST
hi ladies, I didn't do so well with our last activity challenge. Mostly because of personal issues but partly because I haven't been very active for a long time. I'm thinking I need to start off slower so I feel like I'm accomplishing something and just trying to make healthy new habits that will stick. My first goal will be 20 minutes of some type of cardio (walking, running, swimming, whatever) 3 times a week. So, if any of you are also finding it hard to start a habit of being more act...

Monday Weekly Weigh-Ins

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 00:33:50 EST
For those of us who prefer to weigh-in on Mondays instead of Fridays!
Here ya go girls!

~Carmel~

Vegetable/Fruit Challenge

Fri, 12 Oct 2007 10:53:57 EST
This idea is still sort of forming so I'm open to suggestions/ammendments, but basically, I never seem to get in my 5 servings each day so...

Challenge:
Eat a fruit or veggie at breakfast and 1 each at other two meals. (So you eat one fruit and one vegetable at both lunch & dinner). Small silver trophy/5 points for each day.

Bonus: try a new or DIFFERENT fruit or vegetable at least one this week. New is something you've never had or Different is something maybe yo...

Good Morning

Thu, 4 Oct 2007 06:48:37 EST
Hope you all have a great day.......

Getting started

Tue, 2 Oct 2007 16:42:07 EST
Hello Everyone,

I am over 40, and have 3 children (21,22,18). In the past two years I've gained 30 lbs. due to various events in my life. I've spent a fortune trying to lose the weight..but can't seem to drop a pound. How do I motivate myself again to get started? How do I get off on the right foot this time? I feel unhealthy.
Any getting started advice?

hi ya

Sun, 30 Sep 2007 20:38:42 EST
Hello my name is tracey, and i want to be a loser...I am married and have 2 wonderful childern Justin and Nathan that are both in the US Navy....and a cat named Etnie.....I started my journey a week ago it is so hard at times, Hopefully i will get some willpower and just say NO....I started walking a bit and doing some excerising so maybe i made progress this week we will know tomorrow...well anyways Good luck to all and hope to talk to some of you soon. 30

I have an october challenge idea for you gals

Thu, 27 Sep 2007 13:29:28 EST
The challenge runs from October 1 to October 13.

Week 1 you have 7 days to complete a total of walking 3 miles in three days (you pick the days.

In week 2 you have 7 days to complete a total of walking 6 miles in three days.

Each day you must post the mile that you walk.

You can map your routes for walking by going to http://www.mapmyrun.com/create and enter your city and state. This way you have a route established for your miles.

I am ...

Friday Weekly Weigh-ins

Thu, 6 Sep 2007 13:47:54 EST
Created this room for those of us who need, want to see our progress. 11

I Wanna Be A BIG Loser, Don't You?!?!

Wed, 5 Sep 2007 12:28:04 EST
OK. So far, so good!!
I am actually eating healthy for the first time in a long time! 1 hardboiled egg, 1 banana, 1 pc of licorice, 1 Source yogurt = 269 calories!!
That's not too bad!!
Ok, the licorice was not a great choice but I found it and figured, "Why not?" LOL

I have decided NOT to count carbs! I will try to limit my intake BUT I have found (through an experiment that went quite well last year) that counting calories REALLY DOES WORK!! During my experiment, I...

Hello!!

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 19:44:40 EST
Hey Carmel!! Glad we're getting back at this. I've got to get this weight off and finally get more active. I start tomorrow!! I've already got my water bottle out and my snack to take to work. I'm trying to figure out my meals the day before. My main goals are to be more active and lose 20 lbs by end of January. We'll have to think of some interesting challenges over the next few months and hopefully we'll get a few loyal members to walk this path with us!!

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