SparkPeople Survivors of SP Class of April 12-18,2009 Team Messageboard

Daily Chat

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 00:35:53 EST

I just thought I would start this thread for those of us who are still here. I am restarting with Spark after a long absence, and a time of stalking the boards trying to decide if I was really ready to commit to the program or not. I know that something has to give or I am going to find myself not being able to get around.

When I was active before, I did the C25K program and actually got to the point where I could run for 30 minutes without stopping. I felt very accomplishe...

This or That

Sat, 26 Jan 2013 10:01:18 EST

Choose one of my "this or that" options below then ask your own for the next person...

Cereal or Oatmeal

Is anyone still here?

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 19:34:32 EST

Just wondering if anyone is still around here.

Easy Yummy Meals....

Sun, 5 Jun 2011 14:43:55 EST

Okay, I'm always looking for good recipes to make that are easy but look and taste YUM!
Let's start sharing some of our favorites here!
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2 years of Sparking.... How's Everyone doing?

Tue, 12 Apr 2011 10:07:52 EST

I was just checking in to see how everyone is doing after 2 full years with Spark?

I would love to hear any success stories or stories of the battle. I for one find it's a daily battle but worth it. I enjoy Sparks People. The connection of others and all the resources have been very helpful.

I hope we continue to connect and encourage each other.

Happy 2 Years on Sparks everyone!
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Spring Cleaning Work out challenge

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 18:53:54 EST

Here's a Spring Cleaning Work out challenge!

www.pioneerthinking.com/lb_springwor
kout.html

Use emoticon to show your feelings today

Sat, 19 Mar 2011 20:39:38 EST

I'll start:
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Tired; I worked a long day!

Hey All!

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 12:27:27 EST

Hello again everyone! I wanted to stop and send a message to you all. I've been off of SparkPeople for a few months, which, as a leader, was not a good thing. But it was due to health reason. While there are still problems, I've been working through them.

I'm excited to see how far you have all come!!! You all have been like family to me, so I'm very glad I'm able to be back :)

And to anyone new since I had to leave...WELCOME TO SP!! I'm looking forward to meeting you ...

March Madness Challenge 2011

Mon, 7 Mar 2011 16:52:16 EST

For March write a letter to a SP Friend you haven't contacted in a while. Encourage them and get back here to let us know you have completed the March Madness Challenge!
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Too busy for myself looking to change

Sun, 6 Feb 2011 08:40:20 EST

Hi, I'm Sarah. I'm a happily married mom to three boys aged 11 - 7. I work full time + and am the President of our local soccer association. I'm also a Christian and enjoy studying the Bible with my husband and friends.

Life has gotten so busy that I spend most of my time sitting at a desk or on my couch working on a computer. I've neglected excercise and eating right and have gained back the 25 lbs that I lost 3 years ago. I'm now at my heaviest weight ever and am quite unc...

February 2011 Challenge

Wed, 2 Feb 2011 06:20:33 EST

It's February and time for a new Challenge:

This month let's commit to weigh in every week so we can see our progress and/or weakness. Share here or on "weekly Scale Tales" and let's give each other support!

Good luck!
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New Year's Resolutions Challenge:

Sat, 1 Jan 2011 14:20:01 EST

It's 1/1/11... A brand new year. Let's take the time to reflect and make healthy resolutions. Feel free to share your thoughts here!
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Dec 2010 Zero Challenge

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 11:37:22 EST

This is probably one of the toughest times of the year to either lose weight or maintain it.

For this month let's challenge ourselves to not gain this month at all and if we see the scale going the wrong way let's address that immediately.

Please post your progress weekly. That way we can give and receive lots of support! Good luck to everyone!
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Thanksgiving...

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 08:04:00 EST

Okay, it's coming real soon (that is Thanksgiving). Please share your "Battle Plans" with me and everyone else. All your ideas and support would be so appreciated and helpful!
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AnneJan10

Sun, 7 Nov 2010 10:43:56 EST

Motivation: getting back to downhill skiing...

Hoping to lose 10 pounds by mid-December 2010. I have just bought downhill skiing equipment and need to be in shape to get back to this sport after a 3 year-pause. I believe being 10 pounds lighter will help me be more flexible and able to practice this sport. Also, I need to fit into my skiing clothes! Cheers!

Accountability for Nov 2010

Mon, 1 Nov 2010 09:43:33 EST

It's a new month for a new fresh start. But it's also getting real close to the Holiday's and we just finished Halloween. So, it's a time for possible bad habits to sneak up on us because we are too busy.

For this month, let's try to stay accountable to each other by just reporting in on this board at least 1 to 2 times a week our exercise minutes and/or our eating habits.

We can do it together!
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Changing my lifestyle

Wed, 6 Oct 2010 21:30:00 EST

Hi my name is Courtney. I am 31 years old, and I live in Atlanta. i have 2 kiddos and an awesome husband. After the birth of my second child, I had a terrible time getting the weight off using "diets". Now I am going to change my lifestyle by using my car less and walking/jogging more (even with the kids). I am doing weight watchers for life.

If you have any experience or tips with weight watchers, please let me know. Should I eat all my flex points? Should I eat my activi...

Workout Challenge: October 2010

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 13:55:50 EST

On the weekends, let's try to post our total workout minutes for the week. Then, let's see who are the top "3" are.
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Team Fun Challenge: March 2011 (con't)

Fri, 1 Oct 2010 13:35:26 EST

How to play:
Copy the whole list to your post and fill in ONE answer.

When the list is full, we'll move on to the next letter.

Let's see if we can go through the entire alphabet this month.

________________________

Letter "A"

1. A child's toy - Apples to Apples (a board game)

2. Something in your wardrobe -

3. Something in your fridge -

4. A mood -

5. A film title ...

September Birthdays Anyone?!?!?

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 14:49:26 EST

Let us all know if your birthday is in September, and which day it is. We all want to celebrate!!!

Change it up challenge!

Wed, 1 Sep 2010 14:47:14 EST

Well, we all know how easy it is to get stuck in the same old, day to day routine with our lives. Let's keep our workouts fresh!!! This month try at least 4 new activities for your workouts. Some examples could be jogging/walking, biking, elliptical, swimming, a new workout DVD, an aerobics class...it's up to you! Make sure you track them here!

Personal Workout Minutes Challenge

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:26:41 EST

This month I would like for us all to have a goal in mind every week of how many minutes we want to workout. Set the goal, and track it here to make sure you get there! For example, if you want to workout 30 minutes 5 days each week, then your goal would be 150 minutes each week. Lets go!

Aug 2010: Team Exercise Contest

Sun, 1 Aug 2010 07:10:15 EST

New month for us to record our exercise. Let's record how many minutes we exercise daily and then keep a running total for the month. Just copy and paste the statement below each time you exercise.

Cardio Minutes:
Toning Minutes:
Stretch/yoga Minutes:

Daily Total:

Month's Current Total:

Let's look for consistency, variety, # of minutes and improvement.
Happy Exercising Everyone!
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Aug 2010: Team Support Challenge

Sun, 1 Aug 2010 06:55:21 EST

We all give support daily to each other. Let's keep track of how many "Survivor's" we give support to. Simply copy and paste the statement below and fill in your #'s.

Today I gave support to ( ) Survivor's of SP Class April 12-18, 2009 team-mates.

Grand total for the month:

Let's see who offers support to the most team members!
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Fit, Firm and Fired Up

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 14:14:38 EST

I finally started actually using sparkpeople two weeks ago after having signed up over a year ago. Now I'm serious!

I just received my Fit, Firm and Fired Up dvd yesterday in the mail and have already done Day 1 and Day 2 fitness routines.

My question to you -- all those who have had experience using the Fit, Firm and Fired Up dvd's, is: How do you log your fitness time in your fitness tracker?

I was hoping that there would be a button for each of Nicoles da...

Trying again

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 13:05:56 EST

I just finished helping in my kids church camp. We had a great time but food was all geared to kids so was hard to keep on track. There was veggies and salad most times but everything was really good. I need to track my food more seriously to move forward. 48

What are you reading?

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:31:06 EST

Hi All,

I love to read and I am always looking for a new book or author to read. I'd like to hear what everyone else is reading or who is their favorite author or what was the all time favorite book.

Thanks for your input!

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Spring Chatter....

Sun, 4 Jul 2010 22:01:49 EST

It's summer time and time to discuss summer issues!

Just got back from my Cruise in the Caribbean. It was lots of fun but from a diet point of view it was prettyrough. Unlimited food was tough for me to control. I am looking forward to getting back to better eating this week.
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Camping food!

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:37:17 EST

Anyone have ideas for favorites that you use when you go camping?!?!? Share ideas and recipes here please!

Summer activities July 2010

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:35:36 EST

Put any ideas you may have for activities to do out side in the summer. It could be something you may do on your own, or something with other people.

Team Contest!!! July 2010

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:32:50 EST

As I said in my email earlier this week, we will be having a contest this month! Let's see who can get in the most workout minutes EACH WEEK! You must turn your minutes in here to get credit for them. This will begin on Thursday July 1, and a winner will be announced EVERY Thursday, for all minutes that have been turned into us by midnight on Wednesday. If you are able to put the minutes AND what you did that would be great!
Good luck everyone!

Food tracker challenge- July 2010

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:13:01 EST

Challenge #2 for July is for everyone to track your food that you eat at least once a week. By tracking your food once in a while you can be reminded of how much you're eating and the QUALITY of food you're eating! Let us know here when you track your food, and if you are able put here WHAT and HOW MUCH you are eating, to give others ideas for meals and snacks!

Workout with others challenge! July 2010

Wed, 30 Jun 2010 22:05:50 EST

Challenge #1 for July is to do a physical activity with one or more persons at least once a week. Example: go the gym with a friend or family member; go for a walk with someone; play a league sport; etc. Share you activities here, it's great to get ideas from others! Also, by going with someone else, it's a great way to encourage others to get more exercise!

Hi there

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:05:07 EST

My name is Crystal, I am 43 years old. although not technically overweight. I have gained a lot of fat around my middle. I feel I have tried everything to lose it. I exercise and I try to eat right. I have tried weight watchers, atkins ( I do have issues with my blood sugar), counting calories and nothing works. Does anyone have any suggestions?

Those Crazy SP Daily Food Showdown E-mails

Thu, 17 Jun 2010 07:57:29 EST

This thread is the place to discuss your thoughts, reactions and how you guessed (correct or not) to the SP's Daily Food Showdown E-mail.

If you don't know where to find it, go to your start page, at the top left click on E-mail Preferences, then click on E-mail tab, scroll down to Food Showdown and view today's article.

Or just go to this link and scroll down to Food Showdown and view today's article.
www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/email_fl
ags.asp ...

Hi everyone

Sat, 12 Jun 2010 17:48:21 EST

What do you want to be called? Sharalyn or Shar

What country, state/province, or region do you live in? - Vancouver Island B.C.

Day & Month of your Birthday? - July 11

Marital status? Family? - Husband and 1 teen and 1 almost teen

Are you employed? - Self employed

What are your FAST BREAK GOALS? Planning and eating healther meals. To set time for me to exerc
ise and no excuses!
Any thing else you want us to know? - I love to se...

On the road again...

Mon, 7 Jun 2010 15:53:31 EST

My mom and I end up on different road trips for chiropractors (about 3 hours) and we just got home from a different 3 hour trip. Normally we handle eating on trips pretty well (at least better than we used to now that we don't stop for fast food), but does anyone have ideas for eating-on-the-run?

Quote Worth Repeating

Sat, 5 Jun 2010 09:58:40 EST

From today's SP Healthy Reflection:

A man who wants something will find a way; a man who doesn't will find an excuse.
- Stephen Dolley Jr.

Does this quote make you look at yourself differently?

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BBQ Time Again... Any recipes, ideas or questions?

Thu, 3 Jun 2010 10:52:05 EST

It's BBQ time again. I was wondering if any of you could share a favorite recipe or meal in the healthy grilling, low calorie and low-fat category. Or maybe a family all time favorite (not necessarily totally healthy).

Or perhaps fun activities to do at a BBQ.

This could even be a place for questions/advice for your personal events coming up. Thanks in advance for all responses!

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Do You Have a June Birthday? Let Us Know!

Mon, 31 May 2010 18:51:59 EST

Hi Survivor's of SP Class April 12-18, 2009! Please let us know if you have a birthday in June so we can help you celebrate!
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New Personal Outdoor Exercise Challenge, June 2010

Mon, 31 May 2010 09:21:46 EST

A new Personal Outdoor Exercise Challenge for the new Survivor's of SP Class of April 12-18, 2009:

Here it is:
Since the weather is getting warmer and sunshine is associated with "Good Mood/Feelings", I challenge our team to do at least one weekly physical activity outside for the month of June, 2010.

This can include but is not limited to walking, biking, gardening, swimming, jogging or jumping rope.

Please get back every week with your one activity so ...

A New Team Blog Challenge; June 2010

Mon, 31 May 2010 09:07:01 EST

Since we have a new name, I thought it may be fun to try a new Team Blog Challenge for the Month of June 2010.

Well here it is:
For the month of June, 2010, I challenge all the Survivor's of SP Class April 12-18, 2009 to write at least one blog and get back to us here to let us know you did the challenge. You have the whole month to complete this task.

Ouch, that may be tough if you have never done one before but don't get scared. Write about anything. Look at my b...

Summer Cooking Notes

Sat, 29 May 2010 18:10:25 EST

I picked up a free leaflet titled Tomatoes on the Grill with Nature Sweet Vine Ripened Cherry Tomatoes.
There are 3 coupons worth $1 off on purchase of two individual bags of tomatoes in the back.
This is their website.

www.naturesweettomatoes.com/
Check recipe box.

Daily Affirmations Here...

Fri, 28 May 2010 09:41:17 EST

Affirmations are a great way to remind yourself that you are a good person and deserve good things. Here is an opportunity to give yourself a daily affirmation or receive one.
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GAME : Two Words - Change One

Fri, 28 May 2010 08:19:46 EST

This is how it works:

"Street Fighter"
Could be replaced with:
"Street Carnival", "Fire Fighter" or "Fifth Street"

I'll start....

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News about Gastric Reflux Meds and fractures.

Wed, 26 May 2010 08:28:13 EST

I saw on TV and now on spark people about Proton-Pump Inhibitors and fractures.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/health_
news_detail.asp?health_day=639490

I am currently on prescription Prevacid. My insurance will not pay for any form of these drugs any more and wants me to use the OTC stuff which is a lower dosage. I discussed with my doc. He said to take two of the OTC.

After reading this article - I have to wonder.
This article says:

Welcome your new team leaders!

Tue, 25 May 2010 22:44:52 EST

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LITTLE3LAM & THEKINGSGIRL are original classmates on the team. Both have agreed to help lead the class into the future. Please welcome them aboard. You will also note that we have changed the name of the class to
Survivors of SP Class of April 12-18,2009 (Team)

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Fitness minutes for today....

Tue, 25 May 2010 06:22:40 EST

Ok lets be interactive!!!

How many fitness minutes do plan on doing today or have already done? How do you plan to accomplish this or how have you accomplished this?

Have a great day!

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A Poem: Battle Of The Bulge

Sat, 22 May 2010 08:10:34 EST

This poem is copy righted by Barbara Warnock.
I will provide a link.
Title: A Poem: Battle Of The Bulge
"I'll start a new one Monday", we've heard it all before,
but if I don't really start one soon I won't make it through the door. . . . . . . .

www.funnypoets.com/poems/battleofthe
bulge.htm

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Or is this poet just plain silly?

40 something with lots to lose

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:03:35 EST

I am a mother of two boys aged 4 and 7yrs, I have been strugling with weight loss for as long as I can remember, been on all sorts of diets, I am at the point of giving up, if it was not for my two young boys. I lose and then it just all comes back! I hope that this will work!

40 something with lots to lose

Thu, 22 Apr 2010 12:03:33 EST

I am a mother of two boys aged 4 and 7yrs, I have been strugling with weight loss for as long as I can remeber, been on all sorts of diets, I am at the point of giving up, if it was not for my two young boys. I lose and then it just all comes back! I hope that this will work!

determined - a fixed purpose or intention

Tue, 13 Apr 2010 01:21:00 EST

My status today is: "trying to feel determined"

Hi my name is Robin, and I am an emotional eater. I have about 100 pounds to lose and have lost and found the same 100 pounds too many times to count. Lately, I have been more on the finding end than the losing. Some how this roller coaster has to stop. I turned 40 this year, well, in 2009, and realized that the excuses, lies, I have been telling myself arent working anymore. I have always told myself that I may be fat, but I am ...

Celebrate One Year with Spark People

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 07:57:59 EST

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Back if you'll have me!?

Sat, 10 Apr 2010 09:18:09 EST

Hey team, almost a year. I have had quite a year and needed to go off for a while, but I would like to come back. I don't know if I have what it takes to lead right now. I have a new job which is posing some challenges and in about 4 months my son will be leaving for Japan for 3 years, this year was hard enough, I am quite anxious about the coming time but I am also very proud. Anyway, I have had a weight gain and need to get back on track and I would like to use the support of the class te...

Hello everyone!

Fri, 9 Apr 2010 14:57:13 EST

I have been on this website for about a year, but haven't been super involved. This year, I have determined to work harder toward my goals. I originally joined to lose weight for my wedding last November. That has come and gone, and I would still like to lose about 37 pounds.

What kind of shoes do your wear for walking, etc.?

Wed, 31 Mar 2010 08:25:15 EST

I bought a pair of the new Sketchers that are suppose to be a miracle shoe. You know - - a cure for everything. It does effect your balance for the first day or two. And also effects your driving a little. It tended to get caught on the floor mat.

hello all

Tue, 30 Mar 2010 10:59:22 EST

HI i joined sparkpeople because i just lost my aunt to colon cancer and lung cancer at 59 and i do not want to become that person with high blood pressure and diabetes. My moms side all has that and she is next so i decided to do something about my weight. It has been my first week and i have lost two pounds and i am thrilled. I hope to keep it up. That gave me some hope to go out and buy a scale for the house. I know i can do it just got to stick with it.

FULLLIFE7

Fri, 26 Mar 2010 14:43:42 EST

Hello, I am a 49 y/o wife and stay at home/homeshooling mom of two. I was an active woman at a healthy weight
until I married started cooking/baking daily to impress my new husband 20 years ago. My weight has slowly
crept up after four pregnancies ( two miscarriages and orders to not exercise during two of those pregnancies).
I have not been happy with myself and it has been reflected back to me. I dont want to waste another day. I want to
live a full life and live to...

Spring Chatter

Sun, 21 Mar 2010 12:48:20 EST

Let's get some spring in our steps.
And have some happy voices to chatter with.
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Inspiring Blogs by Class Mates

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 14:10:52 EST

Let the class know if you find the blog of a class mate that is inspiring. I can award the writer with a class goodie. We can all offer encouragement to the writer and/or nominate the writer as a Spark Motivator. The nomination link is on each person's spark page in the left hand column.
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Calorie Differential? How is yours?

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:38:52 EST

I may have posted this before.
You can find this in your reports section after you have entered all your food and exercise for a day.

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Feb. 18 to April 18 - The Final Push

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 05:59:19 EST

Our class is rapidly approaching the end of our first year with spark people.

Tell the Spark Class about your successes and frustrations. Set goals for the next two months.
Make your first year with SPARK PEOPLE a successful one.

Review the information about calories.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/referen
ce_calorie.asp
"Balancing the calories you take in with those you put out is the safest, healthiest way to control your weight – for...

New Years to Valentine's Day Challenge

Tue, 29 Dec 2009 08:58:45 EST

247 Treat yourself well between the New Year and Valentine's Day.
All of us need to stay healthy or become healthier.

Comment on this thread as to how you are doing. If you are already doing 100 minutes, try increasing it. The exercise can be strengthening or cardio.

If you need to lose weight, set a goal for pounds to lose by Valentine's Day. Let's see how many pounds our team can lose.

Also, leave encouraging messages on our team mates s...

New Year Resolutions!

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 09:20:21 EST

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I resolve: to continue with spark people & to increase my exercise to over 3 hours per week.

Share your Holiday Greetings!

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 17:24:52 EST

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Merry Christmas to All!
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January ~ February ~ March Birthdays!

Mon, 7 Dec 2009 07:42:40 EST

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Let us know if you have a birthday coming up!
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January:
1 - TOALIE - B
1 - SKINNYGIRL35 - B
12 - RACHEL55G - B
12 - SUSANSCOTT001 - B
12 - RACHEL55G - B
15 - CAROL.JACKSON - Anniversary
24 - TALLHOTTIE - B
24 - KENBOCBR - B
27 - CAT12780 - B
27 - MRS.BOOTH2BONES - B

February:
1 - THEKINGSGIRL - B
8 - TIKVAHBATYAH1 - A ...

December marks the 8th month class anniversary!

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 08:18:00 EST

How is our class doing at this point?
Let's see how many of us are still Sparkin'.

Also, I want to wish each of you a joy filled holiday.
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7 Months with Spark People - How are you doing?

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 07:08:03 EST

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Hello Class!
195 Tell us how you are doing as we approach the seventh month with Spark People. Check in with members of your original class.
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Commit not to beat yourself up when ....

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 08:18:57 EST

Let's each take this pledge:
I make a commitment to not beat myself up when I make a mistake. I realize that I am not perfect and I never be, and that in order to establish a new habit my success lies in continual changes that do not happen
overnight.

It doesn't matter if we are talking about our nutrition, exercise, or other aspects of life. We will be healthier in mind and spirit if we forgive ourselves and move on. Learn from our experience, and do better next time.

Hello

Mon, 2 Nov 2009 22:55:46 EST

Hi my name is Claudia and I am here to build a support system to get to a healthier and thinner to me....

What Is Your Right Motivation?

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 14:51:29 EST

"The right motivation is whatever it is at any point in time that keeps you going for another day."
www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/stage_di
et_strategies.asp?diet_stage=3&strateg
y_num=1

Comment on your RIGHT MOTIVATION.

Mission Possible - Fan of Fly Lady

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:09:22 EST

www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
The secretary is a fan of the Fly Lady as well as of Multitasking. The Fly Lady features a "27 Fling Boogie" to declutter your home. Combine this with doing 27 Squats:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/exercis
es.asp?ID=21&from=fitness

The "27 Fling Boogie" means you are removing 27 items that are cluttering your home to the trash.

T...

hello

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:23:51 EST

Hi everyone !! I m new here and hoping to make somme spark buddies
anyone ? :p

my spark page

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 17:36:54 EST

Hello,
Every week I write another short story of my thoughts.
I lift 15 kg barbell for my biceps and 2x5 kg for my shoulders. My heart rate is 140 bpm after 30 minutes of cycling. I lost 8 kg so far, (17.6 pounds) in only 31 day. My diet works and keeps me inspired

I hope it will inspire you too

Regards,
Marc

6 Months In - How we doing?

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 16:10:36 EST

I was just checking in to see how everyone is doing after 6 full months with Spark?

I, for one, am amazed but thrilled, I have been able to keep myself going for this long. I have never stayed motivated to do a healthy program for more than a couple months at a time. Now 6 months in and I am down 26 pounds and still fell like I am not sacrificing anything to be where I am. I love getting the email reminders everyday (via message board post or emails) to stay on track and think t...

November & December Birthdays

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 07:24:03 EST

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Please let us know if your birthday is in November or December -- Check the list below.
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November:
1 - SHAY_413 - A
2 - JENZZ22 - birthday
12 - MEG611 - B
14 - OOEVAOO - B
21 - AMBLER03 - B
23- JENZZ22 - anniversary
26 - WALKERTXKITTY - A

December:
2 - SKINNYGIRL35 - A
10 - ICAN...

NEW FEATURES: FITNESS TRACKER

Sat, 3 Oct 2009 15:22:59 EST

www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=2419834

SparkPeople's Official Mindful Eating Challenge

Thu, 1 Oct 2009 08:32:34 EST

www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/groups_i
ndividual.asp?gid=34334
Anybody want to do this with me?
It begins today & only lasts the month of October.

Carry In Dinner. What are your Bringing:

Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:52:13 EST

I will bring a veggie tray to share.
What are you bringing?
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Healthy Behavior for Last Week End of Summer?

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:49:58 EST

What is your Healthy Behavior for this weekend?
Fall begins on Tuesday, September22nd.
This is our last big fling.

Fifth Month: Share your progress.

Sat, 12 Sep 2009 20:45:44 EST

244 Look where you are.

Tell us how you are doing.

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It's time to begin - being the best I can be...

Mon, 7 Sep 2009 17:42:28 EST

Hi! my name is Kathy and I've taken time this weekend to finally set up my SparkPage and get familiar with this website. I had signed up in April and I've popped in occasionally but never really got up & running. Exercise has been difficult the last 10 years due to a bad knee injury so I just slowly gained and yoyo'd. I've tried most diets out there only to gain the weight back +. I had TKR surgery May '08 and finally feel fairly normal again and ready to do something permanent about loosing...

Slow and Not So Steady???

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 13:14:06 EST

Wow. I just read posts from some VERY successful sparkers. Congratulations to all of you who have done so well.

I am feeling frustrated myself. Since starting on spark I have lost about 12 pounds in 4 months. Certainly better that the alternative, but gosh I have made soooo many changes (i.e. way down on calorie intake and pretty consistent strength and cardio.) I expected to have done so much better.

I actually stopped sparking for 2 weeks because I was just so frus...

Need to change my lifestyle

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:50:39 EST

I am excited about getting started with Sparkpeople, I have read many of the success stories and am very encouraged. I need motivation to keep trying even when I feel like a failure. I have never had a weight problem before and in the last 2 years I have experienced a 50 pound weight gain due to medication and I am sure my age. I am getting ready to turn 49 and by age 50, (Oc tober 10, 2010) I want to be in the best physical shape that I have ever been in. I am very discouraged at this po...

A weekly challenge!

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:49:43 EST

I realize that after I took the position of coleader that I haven't been very motivating. Well as you all know that I too am with everyone else in this battle with myself to lose weight (check out my blog today). So something I enjoyed from a challenge team I was on was the daily challenge.

I thought we could do a weekly challenge for fun and motivation and to keep active with this team to keep the team strong. The challenge won't always be weight related but it should always b...

4 months down~! That's like 120(+) days!

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:10:37 EST

Hi team! Can you believe it? It's been 4 months since we started on this weight loss journey!!!

How are you feeling? How did you do??

I'm still amazed that I hadn't quit after one month since that's usually when I fall off the wagon! Mind you, the last 4 months hadn't been easy... last month was a little tough for me since I had one weekend getaway turn into a 4 lb gain! www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=2299243
...

Make Sunday a Family Fitness Day!

Sun, 9 Aug 2009 07:51:24 EST

How can you make Sunday a day for fitness for the whole family.

DH & I are empty nesters, but we can still do something.
Might go visit one of the kids, and take a grandchild on a walk. Or, just go to the park by ourselves.

What about the rest of you 38

What's Your Go To Meal?

Fri, 7 Aug 2009 06:36:03 EST

A recent Spark email had an article about having a Go-to Meal that you can fix in a hurry or when you don't know what to fix.

What is yours 38

Mine would be a variation some of the ones listed.
I eat Unsweetened Soy Butter on 40 calorie Flax bread.
I usually add six natural almonds as well.
I also keep tuna on hand. I can add peas or frozen Edamame. [Green soy beans] Soy is suppose to be heart healthy.
I keep frozen chicken tenders [no bre...

Miracle!

Wed, 5 Aug 2009 20:21:07 EST

I attended my first session of diabetic education today. The first thing I learned was that I have taken very, very good care of myself. The nurse was talking about blood sugars routinely in the 200s or higher (with one patient who had one as high as 1500) and the highest mine has ever been --- off medication, at the endo's request, I might add --- was 257. My triglycerides are only 8 points out of the norm and my cholesterols are dead normal...without any sort of moderating medication. I ...

the right amount of vitamins for a 70 year old lad

Sun, 2 Aug 2009 14:36:04 EST

I am taking a liquid vitamin daily I want to add the rest I need by adding extra calcium,& vit. D what is the required amount for me,if I'm following a 1200 to 1500 caloric diet.
Thank you, Carole

Lifetime of weight issues.

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 22:15:30 EST

Spent my whole life being large. My mom put me on a diet in high school, mentioning that my backside looked like the back of a bus. Still struggling with it today....the weight loss/weight gain cycle. Now an insulin-dependent diabetic, wear cpap mask to sleep to help with sleep apena, and wonder if I will ever getting my eating disorder under control. As a 47 year old mother of five, I am hoping to just to learn to enjoy eating healthy and getting exercise. My goals have gone from weight loss...

Lifetime of weight issues.

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 22:15:30 EST

August Goals - Challenge Yourself

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:30:00 EST

What are your goals for August?
Have one for each of the following:
Nutrition 258
Fitness 231
Weight 193
& tell how you will keep yourself motivated. 220

I've hit that magic age...

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:57:01 EST

Hi I am a beginner at dieting and exercise. I know, I know...everyone told me that it would catch up with me. I have been one blessed with a high metabolism (genes, I suppose). It didn't do much good for me when I had to sit still in church and school. I used to say, "After a big meal, all I would have to do is sneeze and I would lose everything I just gained." Oh...to go back in time!

Now I've almost reached the double nickle and when I sneeze now...well, we won't go there....

Accountability Partners/Buddy 2.0

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 15:42:18 EST

Hi everyone!

Congrats on making it through the first 3 months! Now as we enter the next stage of our weight loss progress, are you finding that you don't have the same determination as you did when you first started out? And/or perhaps you had a buddy, but he/she is no longer active on SparkPeople, or it just didnt work out? As you might have saw from our recent Lifestyle Change Stage, Strategy #2
www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/stage_di
et_strategies.asp?diet_stage=3&st...

Calorie Differential? How is yours?

Sat, 25 Jul 2009 08:46:35 EST

I am challenging myself to keep my calorie differential close to 500 per day.

I met that yesterday as I counted my 2 hour berry picking trip as one hour of gardening. I felt like I was cheating, but as of today, I lost about 3 more pounds from what I gained on my vacation. In addition, with the loss of weight, SP lowered my calorie goal by over 100 cals.

Friday: -510.
I want to try to match that today.
I better get out of this chair and walk.

An...

Hello World

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 11:08:27 EST

I have struggled with High Blood pressure and Weight Gain for many years. Stress has been a big factor also over eating for comfort. Spark People has helped me to reduce stress, Weight, Blood pressure and I enjoy life again. I have lost 37 pounds so far with another 13 lbs to reach my goal. I love feeling good and being able to do things.

Hello :)

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:44:06 EST

Hi my name is Irene & i just wanted to introduce myself to u all. Although i registered a few months ago...i haven't really been on &/or profiting from all the great tools Sparkspeople has to offer. I'd like to use the site more and get to know some of u. I'm just not sure how to go about it....so much information & tools seems time consuming at least it seems that way to me....probably because i'm not sure what i'm doing. Any tips on how to maximize my time here and what u found most affect...

Mission Possible, July: 20 to 30 Min. Workout

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 12:41:13 EST

Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
To Read this quick article:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness
_articles.asp?id=645
Then tell the team what works for you?
The shorter workout versus a longer one.

If it is too hot and humid, remember that there are free videos that can be done indoors.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/videos.
asp

Remember to collect your spark points for reading articles...

September & October Birthdays / Anniversaries

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:53:19 EST

This is the list as it stands. Please post if your special day isn't listed.
184
September:
1 - WALKAWAY82 - B
5 - SHEELOH1 B
5 - 60SIXTY - B
8 - LIVINGLIFEFULLY - B
10 - WALKAWAY82 - A
11 - PHAT*GIRL - B
12 - LUCKY_LADY09 -A
18 - ARTISTGIRL99 - B
19 - STRATTJE - B
20 - NAOMI042009 - B
20 - MAXJUJUMOMMY - A
21 - HIZPRINCEZZ - B
23 - RACECARMOMMY3 -anniversary
24 - PIXICHICK76 - B
25 - SHEELOH1 - ...

PLEASE Read: Are you ready to motivate?

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 15:07:55 EST

Dear Classmates,
I am writing with the knowledge of Carol. She is overwhelmed with getting ready to move to a new home. I didn’t ask her if she is still doing her wall push-ups.

It has been 3 months since the majority of you joined. It is time for some of you to start spreading your wings and consider flying as a team leader. Carol and I would like to see a few volunteers to be co-leaders with us. I want to make sure that you understand that Carol and I are not dropping ou...

Mission Possible in July: Fresh Summer Bounty

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 09:45:33 EST

We haven't had any missions for a while. Are you up for a new one?
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
Tell the team about how you take advantage of fresh foods this summer.
Do you grow your own?
Do you shop a farmers market or roadside stands?
Do you preserve summer produce for next fall and winter?
This article has info on canning, etc.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/nut...

Happy three months!

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:30:31 EST

How is everyone doing?? I've achieved my first goal by it's June 30 deadline and as we enter our 4th month of Sparking, I am about to start round 2 of my weight loss adventure. Please read my latest blog www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=2226548 to see what I have planned! I will need your support and encouragement to actually do this! GO SPARKPEOPLE!

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Vicki from Glen Dale, WV

Wed, 8 Jul 2009 06:11:40 EST
Good morning. I was diagnosed with Metabolic Syndrome in March. In the past 3 1/2 months with dietary changes and the addition of metformin and byetta, I have been able to lose 25 pounds. I had been following a healthy program for 2 years. I lost steadily the first year (50#) and plateaued the second year. I need bilateral knee replacement surgery. Although I love to walk, I am not longer able to exercise in this manner. I do walk in my pool and swim laps during the summer months. I would lov...

HANG IN THERE!! YOU CAN STILL DO IT!

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:46:42 EST
HI EVERYONE!!

I was pretty discouraged last week b/c although I had planned for a slow weight-loss process... it was going painfully slow. But at least each step, however small it was, was a step closer to my goal.. and VOILA! A little over two months later, I've reach my first weight goal IN TIME! I know for some, they've lost 10lbs weeks ago.. but to me, it couldn't have come at a better time! Just when I felt like I was about to give up (ok, not give up completely, but call tim...

Mission: Avoid the Diet Blues

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 09:30:01 EST
New Tunes:
www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/playlist
.asp?playlistnum=16

Article worth a read:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivat
ion_articles.asp?id=729

Earn your spark points and comment on
Moderation in All Things
How to Avoid the Diet Blues
-- By Dean Anderson, Behavioral Psychology Expert

New Feature @ Recipe.com

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 09:50:33 EST
www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=2161488
Have you read about the updates?

Second Month Down - How is it Going?

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 20:09:10 EST
You have been here two months. Depending on when you joined, up to a week longer.

Share how it is going for your.
The good things.
The difficult things.
How your motivation is holding up.
38 38 38 38

Mission Possible - Fathers Day Weekend

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:11:17 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
Plan a healthy meal for a Father in your family or neighborhood.

Share the plan and the total calories with the team.
Remember, the "secretary" will disavow any knowledge of your actions.

This message will self destruct in one week. 12
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IXa2pNGVj8

Good Luck!
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Mission Possible - Try a new strengthening exercis

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 07:06:42 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
...try a new strengthening exercise. You can find demos of a lot of strengthening exercises on your fitness tracker. If you feel really challenged try the Spark Workout Generator.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness
_plan_generator.asp

Let the team how you are doing with the exercise. Remember, the "secretary" will disavow any knowledge o...

What are you hunger - beating secrets?

Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:11:37 EST
I struggled with being hungry and wanting crackers or chips or chocolate to snack on. If this is where those extra calories are coming from, you might try what USUALLY has worked well for me. There are three key things I've done to help with this. My only problem now is that I'm usually not hungry ENOUGH!! I am often under on protein and fat intake at teh end of the day. If I do get all my protein I'm often a little over on fat. I'd rather this than always being hungry though!

I...

Mission Possible #20 - Hike a Trail

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 05:32:58 EST
OOOOPS. this should be Mission 21

www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
...to hike a trail in honor of NATIONAL TRAILS DAY which is Saturday, June 6th.

Check out this link:
www.americanhiking.org/NTD.aspx
Spark People has a lot of information about what you need to know about walking.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/sparkwa
lking.asp

Meal Plan

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 19:09:29 EST
I am trying to follow the meal plan on sp but I've asked for support because I'm on a REALLY TIGHT BUDGET. In addition, I am married to a meat and potatoes guy who is super skinny and doesn't need low - cal, so I need inexpensive options that can meet both our needs.

White bean veggie chili just doesn't cut it for my otherwise REALLY supportive guy. Plus some of the ingredients aren't easy to find, or are - well, I put it in my blog if you're willing to check that out today. I'd...

Mission Possible #20 June Birthday Annivery

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 10:10:59 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
…to copy & paste the names of those having birthdays and anniversaries. Then go to the Community tab and click on SPARKPAGES. From this page you can find a team mate's spark page by pasting their user name into the appropriate line & search.
Check the June birthday/anniversary list. Send greetings or Goodies. You may be spending a few spark points, but you should have ...

Mission Possible #19 Food on a road trip

Tue, 2 Jun 2009 09:54:41 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
… The secretary is sending you on an extended road trip. Find two different national chain restaurants that are commonly located within 500 miles of where you live. Some of these may be found near interstates or in airports when you were traveling. Select menu options for a meal from each restaurant. You may refer to Spark Articles on nutrition or Spark Blogs.

Thi...

Mission Possible #17 - Self Image.

Thu, 28 May 2009 07:37:53 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
to read and review the following blog by Nichole Nicholes:
www.dailyspark.com/blog.asp?post=bod
y_bliss_turn_every_negative_into_a_pos
itive
Give this some thought.
Be sure to earn your Spark Fitness Points, as the "secretary" will disavow any knowledge of your actions.
This message will self destruct in one week. 12
...

How do I change my calorie range?

Tue, 26 May 2009 08:23:15 EST
I've lost 13lbs and they are recommending that you change your calorie range for every 10-15lbs you lose.

How do I do that?

TIA

Mission Possible #17 - New Spark Page Format

Thu, 21 May 2009 11:01:58 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78

Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
…..explore the change in Spark Page Format. Then find two team mates {not including Linda/60 or Carol] to leave a spark goodie for. The method has changed.

I was enjoying looking for the recipes of team mates, but if they are still easy to find, I haven't figured it out yet. If they can be found from the spark page, the first person to explain how on this t...

Mission Possible #16 - Strengthening

Wed, 20 May 2009 08:31:57 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78

The secretary reports that it was noted that Leader Carol is doing 100 wall pushups and 100 squats in the same day. WOW! The secretary usually will disavow any knowledge of Carol’s actions.
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Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
…to find out how many wall pushups and how many squats in a day.
Don’t hurt yourself. If you can only do one and that is one more than yesterday, you...

How to make a come back?

Tue, 19 May 2009 04:27:39 EST

I have to make up for a gain while injured and though I can jump back into everything I am finding it hard. How to get re-motivated. I am scared of hurting myself again. I am scared of putting in all the effort just to have something happen, crash, and gain again.

Whats the first thing your gonna do?

Mon, 18 May 2009 10:27:34 EST
Whats the first thing you are going to do/did when you make/made your goal weight?
I can't wait to get my family portrait done when I hit my goal weight...I finally wont be embarrassed to give them to my family and friends!

1 Month Sparkversary

Mon, 18 May 2009 00:03:38 EST
515 Congratulations on your 1 month Sparkversay 515 244 243 242 410

Time goes by so quickly! I know we are all very busy with work, school, kids, life in general! But it is great to know that we have such a wonderful support system here!

So...

Who is still actively Sparking?

Share your 1st month progress with us!

What is working for you?

Where do you still need h...

binge eating...

Sun, 17 May 2009 11:21:48 EST
I can't seem to get past the binge eating anymore. My bff is getting married and I"m the Matron of Honor and suddenly my dress doesn't fit...I'm totally freaked but that didn't stop me from having a soda and a brownie for breakfast...I gotta learn to stop myself!!! Does anyone here have any suggestions?

Favorite Slogans / Motivations

Sun, 17 May 2009 06:38:13 EST
Do you have a favorite slogan that motivates you?

I like this one:
"We must eat to live and not live to eat."
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Mission Possible #15 ~Cardio Challenge~

Sun, 17 May 2009 06:26:47 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
get our bodies moving today people. Your challenge is to get in 45 MINUTES OF CARDIO EXERCISE. Do it in increments if you have to! Who is with me? Any takers?

Be sure to earn your Spark Fitness Points, as the "secretary" will disavow any knowledge of your actions.
This message will self destruct in one week. 12
www.youtube.com/watch?v=5...

Mission Possible #14 ~ Boot Camp Bonus Challenge.

Fri, 15 May 2009 02:28:22 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
…to complete the Boot Camp bonus challenge for Friday, May 15, 2009.

“Your Bonus Challenge for Friday (optional) is going to get plenty of sleep at least 7-8 hours of sleep Friday night! Whether you have to go to bed a little earlier than you normally would on a Friday, or try to sleep in a little later on Saturday, this will be a challenge for many of us. Adequate s...

Malibu Pilates Anyone?

Thu, 14 May 2009 18:11:54 EST
Has anyone used the Malibu Pilates bench & videos? I bought one from one of my coworkers (she had barely used it and was moving). I've used it a little. It's supposed to fold up for storage and I'm having a heck of time figuring that out, it didn't come with instructions for the actual unit. Just wondering if anyone has used that particular piece of equipment. Thanks

Mission Possible #13 - Exercise when you hate it.

Tue, 12 May 2009 04:09:17 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
...create a way to work in exercise when you hate it.
Have you read this article?
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness
_articles.asp?id=955

Be sure to collect the Spark Points as the "secretary" will disavow any knowledge of your actions.

This message will self destruct in one week. 12
www.youtube.com/...

Mission Possible #12

Sat, 9 May 2009 08:01:34 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
….to take some time this Mother's Day to remind a woman in your life how much she means to you. Honor your mother today, of course, but also think of the other women who have supported you throughout your life. Daughters, teachers, sisters, best friends… tell them how much they mean to you. Sharing your feelings will make you both feel great. There's nothing like sharing good e...

Hi I am coming out from hiding

Fri, 8 May 2009 16:02:22 EST
I am having a bit of time learning this site so I haven't posted but if I don't do it now I probably never will.

My name is Kim and I am 37 SAHM Mom to 4 children DS 10, DD 8, DD 2 and my angel DD who died almost 5 years ago. I am from Manitoba Canada and we own a dairy farm. I have been married to my hubbie for 12 1/2 years and together for almost 18 WOW !!!

With the loss of our daughter the weight came on quite easily as food was and is my comfort. Now with my youn...

Healthy Diet Habits - Habit 2

Thu, 7 May 2009 17:21:54 EST
Ugh, this is a tough one for me. Plan all my meals for a week. Oh my! If it was just me it might be easier but with the husband and kids I am going to struggle. This will be hard. And three servings of good carbs! I am under my carbs almost every day. I don't know what carbs to eat that don't push me over my calories. The fruits and vegis will be easy for me, I have been eating 5 servings a day already!

Going over my calorie's burned????

Thu, 7 May 2009 12:31:27 EST
Hi All,
Just wondering if any one eles is getting this message when doing your fitness for the week .....

*You've gone over your weekly calories burned goal by a significant amount. Your calories eaten goal will not adjust automatically. If you have increased the amount of exercise you are doing, you should update your fitness settings here to make sure you are consuming enough calories to support the additional activity

I'm not sure on how to adjust this, I'm prett...

Meal Plans

Thu, 7 May 2009 12:22:31 EST
Does anyone here use the meal plans on the Nutrition page. I turned it on the other day and immediately turned it back off. I guess I'm "picky" but I didn't really like the foods it suggested.

Hi All

Wed, 6 May 2009 21:04:32 EST
Join SP April 16th...New to this team, can't wait to share goals and experiences:)

Mission Possible #11

Tue, 5 May 2009 20:21:55 EST
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
...to eat at least 3 servings of fresh, frozen or canned vegetables today. Besides being nutritious, veggies can fill you up on fewer calories so that you're more likely to stick with your healthful eating plan for the day. The Nutrition section under our "Healthy Lifestyle" tab is full of tips to add veggies to your day, so check out the articles there if you need some help.
[You will note that this Mission Corresponds with one o...

Injured.... again.

Tue, 5 May 2009 16:35:23 EST

So yesterday after the bootcamp workout I got excited and went to jump rope with my children. After about 6 minutes I came down hard and wrong on my right heal and pain! It is a bit better today but I am staying off it. I hope it is better by tomorrow. Hard to do cardio if you can not really stand!

Has any one noticed weight loss foods . .

Tue, 5 May 2009 13:28:00 EST
My husband and I were shopping the other day for healthy snacks and he got frustrated. I asked him what the problem was and he said "Weight loss foods are designed for women" I was going to disagree, but I looked back and sure enough the majority of the snacks were "chocolate." I am not sure what flavors he would like other then "meat and potatoes," but this would be an interesting thing for companies to do research on.

How do I log this?

Mon, 4 May 2009 20:15:01 EST
I do a lot of activity at my work. I would say on average, I'm sitting down less than 1/2 the time I am working. Usually I am constantly walking from one end of the building to another, pulling files, squatting, stretching, moving... I haven't yet figured out how to add this to my exercise section on sparks...any hints??? 38

Podcasts

Sat, 2 May 2009 19:25:41 EST
Today I found two great podcasts. I love getting great stuff for free! My new favorite is called "Wild Workout at Noon," it's like everything I would put on a playlist without having to make one myself. It's a great mix of today's hits. My other discovery is called "Podcasts for Running" and it aids with the couch to 5k program. There's a different podcast for each week and each one has music with great beats and a prompt for when to run, when to cool down, etc. Do you have a favorite podc...

1000 Spark Points

Sat, 2 May 2009 17:53:51 EST

I hit it today! :)

April Starting Over

Fri, 1 May 2009 13:09:20 EST
I've never done anything on the message boards until just recently. I signed up for Spark May of 08, but just started really using it before my 30th birthday which was on the 17th. Which is why I chose this group to join.

So Hi!

Why do I always want to eat?

Fri, 1 May 2009 11:25:39 EST
I am doing ok. I think sparkpeople in general is a great help and I have lost a couple pounds but I can't stop eating. I will eat a meal and not even a half our later find myself thinking of food again!!!!! I can't stand this. There is no reason for me to think about food or want food, but it controls my mind.

I've been trying to keep myself busier with housework and laundry etc but as soon as I sit down to read a book or watch some TV my mind immediately turns to food.
...

Excuse Busters!

Fri, 1 May 2009 02:49:30 EST
From one of the links here I read this and thought of all of you. I need excuse busters and you might too? So in short, any time you are off your goals, post about it and see what the rest of us think!

~~~~

Employ an excuse buster. Find a friend, family member, or SparkPeople member whose judgment and opinion you respect. Each time you find yourself thinking about skipping an exercise session or blowing your meal plan, write down the reason for your choice. Share this re...

Mission Possible, #10 - Energy Zappers

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 22:57:45 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....

. . . view the slide show about Energy Zappers. Be sure to earn your Spark Points, as the "secretary" will disavow any knowledge of your actions.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/slidesh
ow.asp?show=7

There are links within the slide show to other articles. Read and earn points on at least one of these articles. Again, be sure to earn yo...

Tea as water?

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:17:48 EST
I was r3eading the message boards a few days ago and someone posted that you can count tea in your water intake... Is this true? I would almost double my water intake if I did this.

How to go to stage 2?!

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 14:00:04 EST
I have been in stage 1 for 16 days now. I think we are supposed to stay in stage 1 for 1-2 weeks. How do you know when you are in stage 2? Will you be prompted? Or do you have to do it on your own? HELP :)

My minor setback

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 10:15:08 EST
I had a setback this week when I suffered a bad cold...I'm gonna try some light exercise today and hopefully get the show back on the road.

SparkPeople's Sweatsuit to Swimsuit Bootcamp

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:34:23 EST
This thread is for our SPARK CLASS to chat & discuss this Spark People challenge.

You should have received notification about this challenge. But here is the link to the "Sweatsuit to Swimsuit Bootcamp" page.
www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/groups_i
ndividual.asp?gid=32580

You can join the challenge now. It doesn't actually begin until May 3rd. The free videos may not be available until May 2nd or 3rd.
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Well, its been a week and a half and i havent quit

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 22:03:18 EST
That is a milestone for me. The last million times Ive started weight watchers, Ive quit within 2 weeks. SP feels different this time..like its no big deal..it fits into what Im doing and how I eat.

I know this is weird, but with WW, I kept time in weeks. Like if I blew my points bank for the week, I would have the mindset of "Well, I blew that, might as well just wait until next week to start over" and then I would eat horribly until that next week came and then I would find an...

Havent been online in a while bc...

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 15:50:36 EST
my brother is one of those confirmed cases of swine flu from the NY highschool...yeah so ive been living with the grandparents

How do you get

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 14:44:42 EST
your protein in?

Every day I run my report and everything is perfect or close to it. But I always go under in protein. I eat nuts, eggs, and such.
Thanks!

JULY & AUGUST ~ Birthdays & Anniversaries

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 11:36:03 EST
I have lost my place in transcribing birthdays. If I missed yours and it belongs in July & August, please respond to this thread. I will get it updated.

410

July:
1 - AMUNDIA1 - A
12 - MIS636 - anniversary
14 - GOIN2BME - B
15 - NUNNERYGRL - A
18 - FLUTESSS - B
20- NEWLIFETIME - anniversary
21 - BEAUTYSMOOTHIE - B
29 - RUNNINGBARISTA! - anniversary
29 - MISCHIEF478 - B
31 - COOKIESHMOOKIE - B

Augus...

Mission Possible, #9 - Benchmarks & Rewards

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 10:29:10 EST
You may have already read this article as it was attached to a newsletter.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivat
ion_articles.asp?id=86

To quote from the article:
“Try to approach your goals from a position of 'possibilities' instead.”

Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
Choose some benchmarks and reward levels. You can also reward yourself for levels of consistency. Over the next few days, set your own benchmarks and s...

exercise and the cold from hell...

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:58:24 EST
I have such an awful cold, I can't even exercise. Its really got me down. Anyone have any suggestions?

Good day. Bad day?

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:04:53 EST
I seem to have these cycles. I will have a great day with good food and working out and keeping up with the house and everything. The next day I am hurting and useless.

Useless today. I can not seem to drink my water and though I have not over eaten I can not count on tonight being a good one. My body hurts and I am feeling just blah. Not going to work out today....

This happen to anyone else?

For the first time in forever

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:22:48 EST
I drank milk. I used to drink it all the time. Until I was pregnant and I got a bottle from a 7-11 and took a big huge sip and it was spoiled. So I figure they say milk helps with weight loss, I better drink it.

whats your hardest challenge?

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 09:39:43 EST
What are you all having a hard time with. My problem is consistency. I all ready to go workout for about 3 or 4 days then I can't seem to keep going.

Hi just joined

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 09:20:03 EST
Live in?
Antrim, County Antrim. Northern Ireland

Day & Month of your Birthday? Anniversary?
24 January Anniversary Oct 29

Marital status? Family?
Married 3 boys 22, 24 and 33 - 1 Girl 31

What do you want to be called? Ken

Are you employed?
I run my own Freight Forwarding business from home with my wife Tina

What are your FAST BREAK GOALS?
I would like to be more active
drink all my water daily
...

I pulled my back doing yardwork :(

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 08:05:37 EST
I hope I can still exercise. NOrmally, something like this would totally derail my efforts. I'm going to try to stay the course...

today I

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 22:31:17 EST
Today I went to church, than went over to play with my grandson for a couple hours while my son ran some errands and I ate healthy. kay

Plateau'd and Frustrated!

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 12:20:24 EST
Hi ladies,

I'm 5'4'', currently 112 lbs (19 BMI). My goal is to be at 105 lbs. I'm small framed, not crazy.. :-P

I have dramatically changed my lifestyle in the past 5 weeks. Working out 1hr+ EVERYDAY, eating extremely healthy (balanced diet @ 1200 cal or less), drinking lots of water, getting 7+ hrs sleep, taking supplements.. you name it, I've done them all.

However, here is my dilemma. My weight has not changed AT ALL during these 4 weeks. Is this my bod...

May & June Birthdays, Anniversaries

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:32:02 EST
This is a work in progress. If your birthday or anniversary are not listed yet, you may respond to this post to help me gather the information. I am still working on the master list. [We have a lot of members.]
A = anniversary
B = Birthday

To send a wish, you can send SparkMail or go to the individual SparkPages to leave a message or a GOODIE.
Options:
*Click on entries or Huddle wall links from the individual to go to their spark page or to SparkMail.
...

I got a bike!

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 01:43:16 EST
I feel like I should shout it to the world I am so giddy with excitement. It is used, fits my height, and good on the budget. But most importantly, it fits. The bikes I have been on over the last few years where hard on me from moment one. This one being made for someone short felt like I was a kid again and reminded me of all the time I spent on my bike then.

I look forward to a ride tomorrow evening. This will help fill my cardio needs outside the house. I wonder how far I will...

Mission Possible, #8 – Fast Break Strategies

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 13:22:41 EST
Mission Possible, #8 – Strategies & Progress
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
….to review your six fast break strategies as you are nearing of completion of two weeks at Spark People.
By going to your start page and scrolling down to the “My Spark Diet” section, you can review the “FAST BREAK STRATEGIES.” You may need to use the option to click on ALL PAST STRATEGIES to review.

How many...

water

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 10:49:18 EST
any suggestions for choking down all that water? I'm also looking to eliminate soda. thanks!

What are you doing for Cardio?

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 16:53:24 EST

Right now I feel a bit stuck when it comes to Cardio.
I use Wii fit and a dance game for the wii and I could my walking when we do thinks like go to the zoo or farmers market.

These are things not an option for me:
Going to a GYM
Running (Ciro said it will never be ok for my back)

Simple walking I find torture as it is so boring. I might be able to fix this a bit thanks to advice here by getting some books in audio to listen to.

I...

yoga

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:01:18 EST
so I gave yoga a try...I'm dying today...did I do something wrong??? how many times a week should I even attempt it?

Mission Possible, #7_Community

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 01:21:24 EST
Mission Possible, #7_Portions

www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....

….to take the Spark People Community Quiz.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/quizzes
_start.asp?quizid=54
…and to read this article:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivat
ion_articles.asp?id=538
Collect your Spark Points, but as usual, the "secretary" will disavow any knowledg...

What's your workout jam?

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:20:37 EST
As I was running this morning I thought for the millionth time I really need to make a play list instead of putting my Ipod on shuffle. I run at warp speed listening to Jet's "Are you going to be my girl," and "Pump It" by the Black Eyed Peas, but mosey along with Taylor Swift. What are your workout jams?

Total 24 hour Spark Points

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:53:13 EST
April 21 - my total points were 101
April 22 - my total points were 93
April 23 - today, I am still accumulating points.

How are the rest of you doing?

Ugh... scale going up!

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 09:23:44 EST
I seriously do not even know how this is possible. I have been following Weight Watchers since I signed up for SP last week. I don't expect to have a Biggest Loser first week (LOL) but the scale is going up! Arggggggggggggggg. When I have lost weight in the past I am usually motivated by a great loss the first few WI's, but this is not good for my "sticktoitivness", KWIM? I am where I am because I am emotional overeater/ binger and now I can feel myself on the verge of a binge! I don't want t...

swimming?

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 06:18:33 EST
Hello everyone... only me!

I was thinking of joining our local leisure centre to do the swimming, can someone tell me, is it worth doing the gym as well or is swimming sufficient enough? And also, will I need to do the strength exercises scheduled on here for me if I am doing swimming?

I have read somewhere that swimming is cardio and also strength. Any advice greatfully accepted x

Truvia

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:22:45 EST
Has anyone tried Truvia yet? Our family doc is opposed to any artificial sweeteners and was hoping to hear some feedback on this. I used to use Splenda like a fiend and I am now looking for a healthy alternative. Thanks for any info out there 41

Strength Training Fitness tracker - ? ? ?

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 13:58:59 EST
Disregard.
I jumped the gun.
I had checked something different on my own tracker when I was helping a team mate.
If you haven't changed any of the basic settings, everything is the same as the video.

Sorry.

gonna have to buy that new...scale

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:17:11 EST
for fear of what the scale might say I've gone without one for so long. I suppose its time to buy one.

Mission Possible, #6

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:46:06 EST
Mission Possible, #6

www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
. . . . review the available introductory videos if you missed any, or if you need to watch them again. Some of you have been members for as many as 6 days longer than others.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/motivat
ion_articles.asp?id=1182
Also, be knowledgeable about internet safety. There have been repeated report...

Hello everyone! excited to get to know ya!

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 19:15:48 EST
What do you want to be called? Shayna or Shay

What country, state/province, or region do you live in?
Utah

Day & Month of your Birthday? Anniversary?
B-day:April 13, 1984 Anniversary: Nov. 1, 2003

Marital status? Family? Been married 5 1/2 years, have 2 great kids- my little boy Ethan will be 5 on Friday and My little girl Ariana (we call her Ari) will be 2 on Sunday. They grow up so fast!

Are you employed? I work part time, but my mai...

Are you a tweet?

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 15:20:52 EST
Do you twitter about your spark people happenings? If so I would love to follow you. Please add me so that we can tweet together!

twitter.com/Just_Jessica411

Accountability Partners/Buddy

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:22:07 EST
Is there anyone out there interested in a buddy/accountability partner? If you are interested please post a reply here and I will begin pairing you up within the next week or so.

For those of you who aren't sure what a buddy is... a Buddy or AP can be whatever you and your assigned buddy want/need...

You are basically saying you will be a friend and allow someone to be your friend...you will offer each other encouragement, support, accountability in whatever ways you c...

Just joined

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:24:42 EST
Hi my name is Scott I decided to join recently because I have lost 50lbs on my own and now I am stuck. I am having a harder time losing weight now and I still have 30lbs to go. So I am hoping being held accountable to the numbers will help me.

New to Sparks

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 09:17:25 EST
Hi everyone. I have been using the Sparks page for one week and think it is awsome. I am 50 years old, female, have 2 full time jobs, married to a wonderful man of 25 years, and have 2 children and son in law living with me. Love the nutrition and fitness tracker. I want to loose 20 pounds by July and not doing very well. That's how I found Sparks. Was surfing the web looking for anything to motivate me. Nice meeting you all.

Weigh in chart

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:20:15 EST
Can someone help me with creating my weight chart that includes starting weight and goal weight like so many of you have on your page.

Self Talk

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 23:16:00 EST
When you hit the "Wall" in a work out, what things do you say to yourselves to plow right through that wall to the freedom of the second "burst"? I'm having trouble with that one! Strength training - fine, but the cardio man! HOOOO!

50 Million Pound Challenge

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 17:08:41 EST
www.50millionpoundchallenge.com/
this is a challenge I found on another message board.
It is sponsored by State Farm Insurance.
Parts of it are free, including some recipes.

Thought it might interest some of you.

Starting to work out and hurting?

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:17:26 EST

Two days ago I did a bow flex work out, some squats pulling down 100lbs that also helped me get back up. I am 220lbs or so and the up part was helpful to my balance. Now though the top of my legs hurt!

I have no clue about working out and my husband who is a hotty and in the military and often runs PT has no idea how to work me out I think as I am NEW to it and everything hurts and is hard.

What are you starting out with and how are you feeling? Should I hurt ...

Mission Possible, #5_the Fitness Tracker

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:57:08 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
. . . . learn how to Use SparkPeople's Fitness Tracker. Watch the following video and see if you learn any new tricks.
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness
_articles.asp?id=1157

….Also, read a fitness article. You can chose your own, but here is one that the secretary recommends:
www.sparkpeople.com/resource/fitness
_article...

Need an accountability partner

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:28:36 EST
My hubby is sweet but he does not want to hear about my weight stress/eating too much choc problem. Anyone else want to be my buddy?

I love to exercise but I love to eat more! I have 15 lbs to lose to be at my goal and I know those are the most stubborn lbs to lose.

Just started

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 21:48:53 EST
Hello team
I am Taheerahsafa. I am a 57 year old woman in VA.
It is very hard for me to get out to exercise. One good thing is that at work I find that I have to walk alot and I also have to ride a three wheeled bike to two wearhouses when taking care of my job. However most of the time the only thing I exercise is my fingers on the keyboard. I am working on a exercise routine that I can stick with.

Why??? :(

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 21:09:39 EST
I haven't even completed the program for a week yet, haven't changed my weight or measurements from the beginning, still says I'm in stage 1.

Why did it all of a sudden drop my calorie range?? By quite a bit too. It was 13something to 16something. Now it says 12something to 15something?

No bedtime snack for me tonight. :(

Healthy Reflections

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 14:43:41 EST
Some of you may be receiving the daily email titled Healthy Reflections. Today's says:

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could... - Ralph Waldo Emerson, writer

This is a reminder that today does not have to be like yesterday. Today is a new day.

Any other reactions?

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Mission Possible, #4_ Start Page

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:34:03 EST
If you have not completed Missions 1, 2, & 3:
Open up the CHALLENGE forum and scroll down to find them. You might find them helpful.

Mission Possible, #4

www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....

… learn at least one new feature of the Spark People website and how to work with your START PAGE. Watch the following video and be sure to earn your Spark Points, as the "secretary" will di...

New from Canada

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:22:38 EST
Hi everyone, I just joined this week and can't get over all the information on this site. Very helpful. I had my 60th birthday last year and decided it was time to make some changes. I have lost 30lbs over the last year and hoping to become healthy in the process. 41

Are Any of You From The New England Area? Got a ?

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:13:59 EST
Ok, here's my question......

My in-laws are originally from Massachusetts(Cape Cod to be exact)....There is something that a LOT of New Englander's make: American Chop Suey....

Have any of you made it? And if so, do you know the rough amount of calories it contains if you're using whole wheat pasta in it? I've made it hundreds of times before and with the w.w. pasta but I'm wondering what the calorie value is in a serving (roughly). I'm planning on making it yet agai...

What Was Your LOGIN Points Today?

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 20:53:11 EST
3 252

Robert -- Hells Kitchen.

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 19:47:45 EST

Watching hells kitchen I found myself crying for the first time. Robert, a 400lb man had hert pains, has an heart set heart condition and could not continue with the show because of it. I feel so badly for him.

It is a reminder to me to make sure to keep getting to the Dr and find out why I am having chest pains and blood work.

We have to take care of ourselves now, we do not own tomorrow.

new chic

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 14:31:26 EST
Hey all how goes it? I live in Longview, wa. and i want to lose 50 lbs by october 31st. I am currently taking an aerobics class mon, wed, and fri and on my off days I do the treadmill or walk the lake. I am very excited about being a better healthier and not to mentetion sexier me!!!! lol!!!

Newbie!

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 12:50:31 EST
Hi everyone! I am new to the site. Trying to figure out how it works. So if you have any tips I am open to them! I thank my PW friends for the recommendation!!!

Thank you!

Phenerdine

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 21:32:29 EST
Hi all,
My doctor prescribed Phenerdine to give me a little kick start to this new healthy life thing. I can only take it for 90 days and have to check in with her every month for evaluation. I'm still a little nervous about taking it but amazed at how well it really has controlled my appetite. I'm hoping by the time 90 days pass, my stomach will have shrunk and new eating habits will have formed to let me do this on my own...Am I crazy? Does this sound at all reasonable? I lost 2 pounds...

Did you stay in your calorie range? - 4/16/09

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 15:01:55 EST
I didn't. It stinks. I will do better today.

Injured already???

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 03:30:28 EST
I'm apparently very clumsy. Yesterday, a day after I joined, the day before I was planning to go to the gym and burn off some energy (I get very fidgety if I haven't burned off enough energy), I hurt myself. I walked into the leg of the couch, which happens to be a metal pipe. Wearing shoes hurts and walking is mildly painful. It's nicely swollen too.

Any suggestions as far as what to do for cardio? I've got energy to burn, and not sure how to do it!!

Am I Going To Drive Myself Nuts?

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 22:10:08 EST
I'm DYING to weight myself in tomorrow, but don't want to be disappointed if I don't see a change....I weighed in on my starting date (Tuesday the 14th), but not sure if I should go ahead and weigh in tomorrow or wait til Tuesday? Advice???? HELP!!! LOL

Also, water intake....can you count diet lime green tea that has NO calories in it as part of that 8 glasses of water per day?

April Birthday's and Anniversaries

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:43:26 EST
This was up to date before 10 a.m. on Thrusday,
April 16th.
A = anniversary
B = Birthday

If you want to send them a wish, it is easiest to either find the person on the HUDDLE screen or find another post made by the person.

410
April:

April:
4 - CAROL.JACKSON - birthday
4 - RACECARMOMMY3 - birthday
11 - JUST_JESSICA - B
13 - SHAY_413 - B
18 - NEWLIFETIME - birthday
19 - PALHARWELL - A
20 - SO...

Newby

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 20:57:05 EST
Hi everyone, my name is Susie and I joined 3 days ago and am still trying to get familiar with the site. I am very excited to meet others my age (62) who are also looking to loose. 213

Scales for the Very Large

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 19:05:23 EST
I really want to do the weekly weigh-in but none of the scales go up to my weight and it's a pain to drive 60 miles to the doctor's office to weigh in on the scale he has which will read my weight.

I've heard that you can get approximate results by buying two good quality scales and then evenly distributing your weight, one per foot, on them and adding the numbers. Is this true? If so, what scale brands do you recommend? We've tried several but they all eventually either break ...

Newby

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 14:23:01 EST
Hi,

Yesterday was my first day and I am excited which is a little new. In the past I've always reverted to WW and counting points and for the past years their motivational tools have not worked. So here I am!! Looking forward to a different approach.

Marie

Hey everyone, new here.

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:12:08 EST
Hey everyone,I am Elltastic525 or Erica if you wish. I am new here. I will be graduating in 3 weeks with my Masters in Clinical Psychology and the one thing I have put on the back burner to work on is my weight. I have lost 130 lbs at one time the right way and have gained back 80 of those lbs due to being in grad school and sedentary and also having gotten into a relationship with my husband 3 years ago and getting very lazy. I was at school last night and a friend told me about this site an...

Hello Everyone

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:46:34 EST
Hello to everyone my name is Michael; thank you again to all those who sent a note to welcome me. I look forward to being part of the team and participating in forums.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Take care,

Michael

CHANGE one LETTER to make NEW WORD

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 10:11:10 EST
TEAM

new to Spark People

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:29:37 EST
Hey guys! I've been here since Sunday and am just now getting to introducing myself! My name is Barbie, I'm 21, and I'm looking forward to getting to know y'all!

New here!

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:18:21 EST
Hi all! I joined on Monday. My goal is to lost 25 pounds by 7/18/09. This date is my 48th birthday AND my 30 year high school reunion! :D I want to lose the weight for more important reasons than those however... for longterm health and to feel great about myself again!

Starting Weight 179.5
Goal Weight 154.5

Hello All

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:49:32 EST
Hi everyone, I am so excited to be here. Keshia is the name I go by. Mommy is the name I cherish. I am a 32 yo from Alabama. I have been living in Indiana for the past seven yrs. I have a two yo that has more energy than the energizer bunny. I am going on a cruise in July and would like to lose a much weight as I can so I can be cute in my swimsuit also want to have enough energy to keep up with Nehemiah (my son). I wish all the best and smile even when the sun is not shining

Hello!! New Here---Started 04/14/09

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:49:16 EST
Hi all!

Finally found the right group (right week, wrong year 2008, lol---last class I joined)! Just wanted to introduce myself.

My name is Carolein (a.k.a. Cat) and I'm a 29 year old mom to a beautiful 3 1/2 year old little boy. I've been married for almost 5 years to a great man who is serving in our US military (he's in the Air National Guard now). I've lived in New York for all but 2 years of my life.

I have 2 reasons of why I'm really wanting to stick ...

Mission Possible, #3

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:07:04 EST
This may be the last mission of the week. A lot of new members will be joining us over the coming days. They will find it helpful to do some of the Missions.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
. . . . a two-fold Mission.
Start your SPARK PAGE, if you haven’t already done so. You can find the link from your own START [MY TOOLS] PAGE. It is in the third column near the top.
Next, visit ...

My Challenge is to offer up ways to multi task

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 00:45:31 EST
I burn extra calories while I am at work by pacing as much as possible (I am a teacher so I'm not usually at a desk). When I do sit at a desk I bounce my legs and fidget a lot.

I thought we might all inspire one another with sharing the little things we do that allow us to get our stuff done in the most calorie burning way possible (outside of focused exercise as an item on the to-do list). Common ones I have heard include things like, park in the furthest parking spot away from ...

Fix JavaScript Error Repair Tool

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:53:59 EST
I have had spark mail from one team member that was having problems with Javascript Errors. If anybody else is having touble, here is the link:
www.errorfix.com/indexd.php?k=Rml4IE
phdmFzY3JpcHQgRXJyb3Jz&sl=SmF2YVNjcmlw
dCBFcnJvciBSZXBhaXIgVG9vbA==

Hello from Small Town, SK

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 18:25:58 EST
Just joined SP today. Looking forward to learning all about the options available here.

How is everyones first week going?

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 11:05:07 EST
How are you doing with your goals?

I have got all my water in and no soda for two days now. Got by rear out of bed super early to do some exercising twice so far. I went over my calories yesterday but I know I am still WAY below what I would usually eat. I am not continuously snacking during the day. Gum is my friend.

How about you?

Mission Possible, #2

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:28:35 EST
www.youtube.com/watch?v=k55NuWQCh78
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....
... to TRY SOMETHING NEW! You can try any of the following:

*New Food or beverage
*New Exercise (cardio and/or strength)
*Try a new exercise route (biking, running, walking)
*A new Spark team
*A new Recipe

Try something that is NEW TO YOU today. You just might find that you enjoy it and want to stick with it!

This message wi...

Real MEN Getting Healthy!

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 22:35:27 EST
85 Men,
This is your thread.
Your issues are unique and different than the women. You are still Newbies, so feel free to ask Carol or I questions. Carol and I also would like for you to participate in the other threads and challenges on this team.

This is your chance to share your challenges with a healthy lifestyle. Jump in and get to know each other.

I am going out the back door and won't be back unless requested.
246

Mission Possible, #1

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 01:04:47 EST
Your mission, should you decide to accept it, is....

Begin practicing with the food tracker right now, starting with today’s menu. Start to build the habit of tracking your food after every meal or at the end of every day. Look up some of your favorites and see how they stack up. You can also input your own foods and save them for easy access later on.

Don’t worry about meeting your actual calorie goals every day yet. Save that for Stage 2. Think of this as practice, as ...

What's your time line for losing 5#?

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 05:33:35 EST
I hit a major plateau a month ago.
My goal is to lose one pound a week.
I would like to need a new wardrobe by the time we go on vacation this summer.
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Eat a RAINBOW of Fruit & Veggies each day

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:57:22 EST
We have a team goal to eat 5 servings a day.
Eating a variety is healthy. What did you eat?

Yesterday, I ate ....

Blue - blueberries
Purple - 0
Red - Tomato[Salsa]
Yellow - Bell Pepper
Orange - Carrots
Green - Lettuce, green beans, celery
White - Water Chestnuts

Food NOT in my Pantry, ALPHABETICAL

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:44:29 EST
A = Alphabits cereal

PLEASE READ!!! Welcome to your class team!

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:11:32 EST
PLEASE DO NOT RESPOND IN THIS THREAD!!! IF YOU HAVE ANY ADD'L QUESTIONS PLEASE START A NEW THREAD OR EMAIL A TEAM LEADER!

235 229 199 235 229 199 220

We would like to welcome you to YOUR Team! We are thrilled that you chose to join SparkPeople! Our team goal (besides losing weight and becoming healthy) is to be an active team! We are a team and we are all in this to reach our goals, together WE CAN DO...

How many Fitness Points have you earned today?

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:32:49 EST
After you enter your fitness on your personal fitness page, how many points did you earn.
Check your Spark Points page for the totals.
Total your POINTS for Cardio & for Other Fitness.
417

Today, I . . . .

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:30:06 EST
Today, I ... continue my journey towards a healthier lifestyle.

Weekly Weigh In

Thu, 9 Apr 2009 21:39:03 EST
For those of you that want to share, here is a place to post your weekly weigh-in. We are here to celebrate your losses with you and for encouragement when the scale isn't moving in the right direction.

You can post it on whatever day your weigh-in is on or however often you weigh and want to post it. I know everyone has their own system when it comes to weighing.

You can use the following format to post:

Date:
Starting/Previous Weight:
Current ...

Birthday and Anniversary Notes

Wed, 8 Apr 2009 16:36:37 EST
[Note: This is a work in progress]
A = ANNIVERSARY / B = BIRTHDAY
179

January:
1 - TOALIE - B
1 - SKINNYGIRL35 - B
12 - RACHEL55G - B
12 - SUSANSCOTT001 - B
12 - RACHEL55G - B
15 - CAROL.JACKSON - Anniversary
24 - TALLHOTTIE - B
24 - KENBOCBR - B
27 - CAT12780 - B
27 - MRS.BOOTH2BONES - B

February:
8 - TIKVAHBATYAH1 - A
9 - QUILTYBIRD -birth
9 - BOOKGODDES - A ...