Back on Track! DAY 1- DAY 60 WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE Nov 1- Dec 30 ALWAYS OPEN 4 U 2 JOIN.

Hello!

Lynn here, and I would like to get a new group started.. I've already started a group back in August, and a lot of us has lost touch. A few of us is still around, but I am looking for a group of people who is ready and willing to challenge there will power.

I know most of us are here to lose weight, and many of us can't get fitness in.. So portion control is the main key in this group. Many of us can't get on board with exercise due to heavy work loads, and personal medical problems.

I would like to reach out to those who is trying to gain control of there eating habits and fitness levels. If you can't do the fitness program.. I'm here to say. It's okay. Just join in, and eat well and do your all time best. It's not all about exercise.. It's also about eating right, and you don't have to sweat like hell to get a few pounds moving either.. We all have learn that from watching this season biggest loser. For those of you who don't know.. A woman on the show had to sit out and not workout until she got the okay from the doctor.. And she did lose weight.. Just by eating healthy alone.

Anyway! My tips are plan and simple, and each one of us can do them.. It's simple.. We will get into the fitness part of this later on.. But as of now... Here is what you do..

Post your name, weight, and how many pounds you wish to lose in 60 days.

Now then, every Sunday night.. I will post fitness minutes for the week. You don't have to hit them on the mark, and you can over do these minutes.. You don't have to stay in range with me at all.. If you can do more.. Go for it. I know I would if I have the room to do more.

In these fitness minutes.. You will have a set of minutes for weights, resistance training, or strenght training. You will also have carido minutes.. You will have enough time for days off.. I might even toss a push ups, squats, jumping jacks, lunges, leg raises, jump rope or crunches in the mix. These will be extra adds to see how fit you are, and how many you can do.. Just to challenge yourself to do more. I'm a back slider and I am trying to get back on track...  And I am willing to reach down and give a helping hand to those who needs the extra support and push.. I know I need it..

I will be happy to have any of you on board with me..

Welcome to the group...

Let's get this started..

Day 1 starts Nov 1st
Day 2 starts Nov 2nd Weigh ins...

When you start this group.. Please give your starting weight with every weigh in.. There might be some change during your start.. You might get starts as soon as you read this post.. If you aren't already on board with working hard to a better healthier you..

On Mondays, we will weigh in.. Report weight, and pounds lost.

Lynn
Oct/26/09 175.4
Wish to lose- 18 pounds

I am going to try to go tomorrow, friday and atleast one day this weekend! I lose weight the same way you do. I will drop one day and then it will go back up a little the next day, then back down but it eventually evens out and stays low  I like to weigh in every morning too. It just helps me stay on track and is a positive reminder of what I am working towards!

Make that goal for twice  this week! You can do it!

It's a deal tcnm84 !  I'll join you this weekend for sure and maybe tomorrow (no school tomorrow & all 3 kids and I have dentist appointments! depends how that goes).  We have a nice pool at the rec and since I have to shadow my 5yo it can become quite a workout. 

I did manage to burn 100 cals on Wii tonight.  My calves are killing me, lol.

Have a good night everyone, stay true to your goals!

I had a bit of walking to do yesterday...in the rain. UGH. I had little over 1300 cal yesterday, which is good. Today I also have to go out a bit to do some shopping. And tomorrow hubby will be on the way home.

I'm tired and cranky and miss him but he'll be home soon.

I didn't work out properly yesterday and hardly likely to do so today.

What is it they say about the best layed plans?  That was me yesterday. I spent the entire day in the grocery store and then cooking!! I began at 9 am (after my 60 min morning walk) and ended at 6:30 pm! My fridge is full of healthy, wholesome foods, though. Thought about heading to the gym at 8 pm, but just did not have the drive to get into the car.

Weight was OK this morning--a little up from yesterday and down from Monday. Back on the horse today. Goal:  500 cal deficit and 60 min gym time (10 abs, 20 weights, 30 cardio).

Will let you know how it goes.

J-mom

Lynn's Report

Nov 10, 2009
BMR: 1981
Calories:1560
Fat%: 31.5
Deficit:421
Fitness mins: 40 mins weight training. No cardio

So how is everyone doing?
Cris, your hubs will be home soon, and I am so sorry about your husbands lost.
Well, it's time to get ready to do some more workouts and stuff.. Just got home from work, and have to hit the road again. I got to hit the wal mart and the gym. SOON!

I have been looking into getting a wii fit so I can do some workouts at home. I went to the ymca today and did cardio for 30 minutes! My husband is on his way home tonight. I havent seen him in a few weeks. He is very supportive of my efforts. 

mama- how did the workout go today?  I am going to workout friday and probably Saturday too! Keep me updated....we are going to do great!

Make sure you get the Wii Fit PLUS - everything wii fit has and more.  I really love it, my 3 boys love it and even hubby likes it. It's so easy to blow through an hour just playing the games, never mind getting to the official yoga, etc.

We didn't make it to the rec today - spent all morning at the dentist and then my little one got sick from the rinse.  We stopped at the Subway next door and he yucked right there in front of the bathroom door.  He pretty much helped everyone lose their appetite, lol.  Anyway we've made plans to go swimming on Friday evening and probably Sunday afternoon too.  And if the weather is good then we'll go on a family bike ride this weekend.

J-mom, I love a well stocked fridge!  It's so worth the prep and time... we do tend to grab and eat the easiest available :)

My weight is up today, I'm so bloated that my socks are digging into my ankles!  Either hormones or something I ate... hopefully working out tonight and lots of water will take care of it.

Have a good night everyone!

Hey everyone, how's it going. Time for my report of the day.

Nov 11, 2009
BMR: 1729
Calories: 1360
Fat%: 36.5
Deficit: 369
Fitness mins: I didn't get into the gym, so I did squats and jump rope today. Not much there, but it's something.

I am not feeling my best today. Tummy is upset. I don't know why, it just is. Well, Mama I think the wii fit plus is great. Thinking of investing in one, and I am so glad you said.. The wii fit plus the one I will check into.

Tcnm, I think it's good that you are teaming up with Mama.. That's a great plan. I need to team up with you both. You are doing so well.

Mama, I am so sorry that your young one got sick. I hope he's feeling better..
And I hope you get to feeling better too. Having the bloat problem isn't fun at all, and I hate it with a passion when my sock are digging into my legs like that.

Chat you all later....

had little over 1200 cal yesterday but ate way too many sour pickles... hence i'm a bit bloated today. ick

Hubby's on his way home (should be home by 3 a.m. this night). i'm working and when i take a break i'll go and do some shopping.

I'm early to rise now, and I don't understand why. I guess it's how early I am going to bed, and the new work hours I am facing. Cutting myself down to just 4 hours a day during the week, and 8 to 12 hours weekends. I'm trying to balance.. Diet, work, home, exercise, family, and personal life all in one. Learning how to eat is the key here. I feel I can keep my eye on the prize a lot better if I make better choices, and work harder on sweating a few days a week. If not every day. Pushing really hard to get those fitness mins in order is another challenge for me this week.

On the go most of the day, and trying to find that balance to hop on a few machines at home or at the gym. It's a balance act, and if you, (I), can't find that balance. I am doomed to go back to my old ways. I'm working on it, and that's all I can do.. Work on it and improve my work by 60% more than what I've been doing in a while. In 2007-2008 I was a beast at the gym. Getting in there and putting in the work was nothing. This world feels like it's going to hell in a waste basket. You cut back, you add more empolyees and you are still losing somewhere in your life. If you aren't losing money, you are losing rest. If you aren't losing rest. You are losing imporant time with family, and yourself.

This is a lifestyle change. Cris, has explain that to me over and over again. Countless times I tell you. Countless times.  And I understand where she is coming from, because I have to balance here. IF I eat under 1200 calories.. I crave more the next day. I have a heavy work load. I eat more somewhere in that time frame. It's a balance act with life, and I am facing it head on. Diet! NO! Life style change.. YES! It's a life style change, because you have to find that balance.. I know... Mother's, Students, and CEO's has to find that change, and I am learning more and more everyday that. I have to find that change to make the change work.

I just had to vent a little here, and it's not a vent. I'm just checking myself, and putting it all into words.. How I feel about what's going on in my life. I can't even explain how I gain weight. There are not even words for it.. It's just a cycle I face.. Day in and day out.  Weight yo yo's, and so does life.

I haven't replied to this topic since October 27th but I wanted to let you all know I'm still with you.  After posting, I immediately relapsed into my old ways and didn't lose any weight.  But about a week or so ago, I don't know what happened... I seemed to find motivation and courage.  Things are going great now.  Almost easy.  I'm finding that eating between 1400 and 1800 calories a day seems to be the winning combination.  I bought one of those go wear fit armbands and it tells me that I'm burning between 2200 and 2500 calories a day depending on my activity.  I feel armed with knowledge.  I'm planning my meals (which by the way is also a money saver).  Life is good.

Stick with it everyone.  If I can do it, you can do it.

Oct 27 192.5

Goal - 16 lbs by Dec 30th

Ultimate Goal - 50 lbs

Nov 12 190.0

Weeks left: 7.5

Pounds to go by 12/30: 13.5

Pounds to go for goal: 47.5

Majordan,

Wow! That's some great news. Sometimes we have to take a break, sit back, and think. Sometimes a break make things click. I am so happy that things are going well with you. I'm still on the hunt for more motivation, and the harder I hunt the more I learn. Saving money is good. I've too have saved a few dollars here and there. For one... I am cooking a lot more than the normal, and I don't feel like eating heavy. A salad will do it.  Small, meduim, or big. It doesn't matter just as long as it's loaded with the good stuff, and less of the bad stuff. Like too much dressing, and too much cheese. I'm making a big E efford, and a A for Action. I want to tell you this.. My trainer has a report card for the people he trains. We get grades during our training session, and I thought this was crazy, but I see the meaning in it. He said to me once.. If you don't do your home work.. What are you going to get a bad report at the end of your 6 weeks. I understand that truly I do. I also understand where your click and motivation and courage began. You are doing great, and it's good to see good reports like that. I thought we lost you. Happy to hear from you. Keep up the good work, and keep on doing great things with your life on this journey.

This has been a wonderful week. First, I completed my professional paper for grad school. 93 pages!!! That is such a load off my back! Second, my youngest daughter came home for the week. She won't be able to come home over the holidays, so she came home now. What a treat! Third, the oldest daughter is coming home tonight to see her sister! Second treat!

I have not been able to exercise this week like I am used to, but I have moved and the calories have stayed below 1600. For me, that is good. I have been craving salt, and I cannot eat enough baked Ruffles. You all know what that means.

Am setting a new goal for myself:  want to get below 145 lbs this month. I haven't been below 145 in some time, so I think that is realistic. I am two months away from 52 (boy, that sounds old). I would like to be around 140 by then. However, I can tell you that weight does not drop quickly (or even slowly) after 50. Each pound is a real struggle. I think I would do better if I would eat cleaner, but I am sloppy around the edges (the Ruffles, for example). We don't eat a lot of meat, and I do have veggie nights at least 2-3 times a week. Candy isn't an issue, but when I go to classes (grad school), I take my lunch. Though I have yogurt and fruit, I usually take a sandwich, too. I do eat 2 slices of whole grain bread 3-4 times a week. That type of sloppyness gets me every time.

Oh, well, that gives me something to continue to work on. At least my calories are below 1800. There for awhile I ate 2000 or more every day. I cannot eat like that at 51!

So for today:  I will get in 2 hours of exercise and keep my calories below 1600.

See you all tomorrow.

J-mom

Just wanted to let you know that hubby got home safely (he's at work now, should be home in abt 1 h 30 min). We didn't get much sleep last night so i'm tired now.

Cooking a turkey soup for lunch (batch cook this time) so that i won't need to worry much abt cooking over the weekend. I'll probably have to put some OT in b/c I don't think i'll work 8 hrs today...

Lynn's Report

Nov 12, 2009
BMR:2041
Calories:1140
Fat%: 21.5 grams
Deficit: 901
Fitness Mins:60

I haven't been getting those fitness mins up to where I would like for them to be this week. The loan for the house was approved, and I am so happy about that. So happy that I had to remind myself to eat, because once I got the news.. I didn't eat anything. Got the news at 9am yesterday morning. Anywho... I've been working around the house, and started packing before the loan was approved.. Just to get rid of some of the crap that is laying around in my space. My mom is making plans for the apartment she added on to the house. She is happier than a rain deer. I've been busy with work and also doing verification of employment for a few of my workers who are also getting ready to sign on a home. One wants to buy a new car, and the other is getting ready to sign on a home as well.. GOOD NEWS all around. I have not taken a peak at my weight this morning, and will not peak this weekend, because I have done so good, and I want to be shocked on monday morning. That let down from the (tom) might be the reason why I don't want to peak. Having for breakfast this morning. EGG whites.. I haven't had those in a while, and getting ready to sale my van to a buyer as well. That money can go right to x mas for the kids, and some new clothes once I get down to 140. SO much is going on.. I can't wait to decorate my house.. OK! I am off to clean a few rooms in my mom's house.. She has the gas company coming out to service the gas heaters in the house.

Have a great day everyone, and CRIS! I am so happy your hubs is home.. Glad he had a safe trip.

Okay,

I got up and stepped on the scales after the repair man from the gas company left.. It's good news, and I can't believe I went on and peaked at my numbers.

Nov/13/09 Friday's report on current weight stats. (175.8) I better hold this peak a boo weight report, because I wasn't going to report in fear of it being some gain and no loss. I feel great. Monday's weight was 177.2 and I know some of that weight came from (TOM) So I feel I am on the right track of weight loss. I just had to come on here and report it too all of you. Thanks for your support and doing this with me. Lets keep this going.. We can do it!

I did not do well Thursday or Friday. Today is Saturday. I really get p***ed with myself for starting over and over and over. I just cannot seem to get into a rhythm for eating and exercise. I do really well for a day or two and then it isn't that I fall off the wagon so to speak--but something comes up that interrupts my day I get blown off course.

I just don't know what to do with myself. I don't like what I see in the mirror. If most of you saw me in person, you would tell me that I look "fine for a woman my age". . .and for the most part, I do--but I want to look better.

One of the problems is that I have pain in my right hip. In fact, the entire right side of me is very tight. I have been working on loosening up my hamstrings and hips through yoga, but I am still really tight. I have seen the chiropractor for adjustments, but that doesn't seem to be a long-term fix. I keep considering participating in a yoga or pilates class at our healthclub, but I have not done it. I am not a very good "joiner", so I don't get beyond the thinking stage.

Since quitting work, I am a million percent better regarding stress. The job was just too much and was beginning to make me not only very unhappy, but boarderline sick. I hated going and even dreaded returning as I was leaving. That is not the sign of a good job. I don't have anything concrete at this point, as far as a new job, but that is OK. It has not been a month yet, so I am not really worried.

Any ideas? Any suggestions? I hate to be a whiner, but I really do want to succeed, and I know that I am too close to the situation to see alternatives.

J-mom

So I worked out hard yesterday for a straight hour! I did some cardio for the first 20 minutes, then did some kickboxing with a guy at the gym and finished up with some ab workouts I am soooo sore today but I love it.  It seems to help remind me during the day what I am striving for.  I have eaten really well today. I am trying not to weigh myself too much until the monday weigh in.  I plan on going to the gym tomorrow or monday and I have a set time to meet my friend on Tuesday and Thursday this week.  I hope everyone has a great weekend!

J mom, sorry to hear about your job and the stressful load it was. Making that choice must have been one of the healthiest choices you have ever made thus far. I've mad some poor ones myself, but when a job is stressing you out. The best thing to do is let it go and focus on healing.

I always end of having a poor weekend of eating. KIDS! But I can't blame that on them, and I want. I enjoy eating out with them, and I hate it when they talk to me about my diet and stuff you know.. They want to me relax with them and enjoy.. I don't nag them about how many calories are in this or that. I just eat along with them and enjoy and pray.. Pray it's good come sunday or monday morning.

I kick A pretty good during the week, and the weekend becomes my slack free week. I have to slack up because. It's so hard to stay focus once the kids are home for the weekends. My friend told me the other day. You picked a fine time to diet or change your life style. Right around the holidays. Are you crazy she asks. I said. No.. Just being mindful of what's going on here.. Needing to get that control now, and I do all the cooking. I lost weight last year during this time, and I stayed on track.

My advice to you is.. Don't beat your self up, and find balance in who you are and what you want out of life. Start off with 15 mins and work yourself up to a full workout. Or on those days when you can't go the full 30-90 mins.. What ever your fitness time is.. Just do a little.. You don't have to go nuts to lose weight. You just have to go at it in a smart way.  I have poor eating days and good eating days.

Nov.14, I at 2100 calories. Nov. 13, I had 1500. I'm not beating myself up. I did peak on saturday and was still the same, but is not in fear of what I just might see on sunday. Well, I am.. But I'm not going to stress it. Just do the best you, and give yourself small goals and reach them.

SW (11/1):  149.8

CW (11/15):  146.8

Goal weight loss for the week:  1 lb

Actual weight loss for the week: 1.8 lbs

Total loss: 3 lbs

Fitness minutes for the week:  324

New week. New goals. For this week I want to stay with the 300 minutes exercise, but I want my weight to stay less than 147. I doubt I will lose this week since I dropped a chunk this week. I really did not expect that. I have to wonder if it is water. So I will be cautious with goal setting for now.

Good luck to everyone this week. I will check back later.

J-mom