Posts by collinsj617

Hey Salsa, congrats on reaching an all time low that is awesome!

simi - your story cracked me up, just wanted i needed to read first thing in the morning - you made my day and great job on the squats!

I do agree with Jen - the shape of your stomach is greatly determined by what you eat, but I do ab exercises almost everyday and I am pretty proud of my abs right now - check out my recent post to my gallery :)

Hello Ladies,

It has been a while since I logged on, but I lost my internet connection at home and I am too cheap to pay for it, so today is the first day that I have logged on in several weeks from an internet cafe.  I hope you are all doing well!  I miss logging on everyday and seeing the progress of all you ladies.  Well, I just wanted to also let you know that I have been keeping up with my diet and exercise.  Even though things have been a little hectic, I weighed in at 125 today!!!  I can't believe it, I finally reached my goal and I think I could lose more.  So, my previous goal was to get to 125 by July for my 10 year reunion, but I am going to modify and say 123 by July.  I will check in when I can and let you know of my progress as well as check in your progress.  It's good to be back :)

simi - that is so awesome - kudos to you!

burnyh - great bikini pic, i agree w/ the other ladies - no visible muffin top :)

saucie - it's great when other people notice alll your hard work.  I mean, I feel like I'm making a difference with my working out but I don't really believe it until I receive a compliment from someone else.  It makes me want to get right back in the gym as soon as possible because I know it is working.

margo - biggest loser finale tomorrow - i am super excited!!!  I am also keeping my fingers crossed that you will when your bl bet :)

so, about two weeks ago I was teetering above my goal weight (125) and I think I got a little "cocky" and thought oh i can eat whatever cuz i lost weight and I'm thin now.  Unfortunately, I learned I am not invincible and I am once again fighting with the scale to get close to that number again.  so, i guess i just am a little disappointed in myself for slacking with my diet.  so balls to the wall ladies - especially since i have plans to pranch around in a bikini next month in vegas - no squishy wanted :)

Margo - congrats on the loss!! Looks like a little down time was good for the bod :)

Heather - have fun in Ireland P.S.  a pint of guiness has 210 calories - egads!

Jen - awesome leg workout.  I am always looking for ways to change up the leg exercises and you have just given me some ideas. Thanks!

Well, it looks like I can join the few of us that maintained this past week:

LW:  127.3

CW:  127.3

My goal for next week is 126 - I plan to kick ass at the gym! WHOO

Started (Jan 08):  131

Last week:  126.3

This week:  127.3(a little bit of a gain, but I know it is due to poor diet choses over past two weeks).  I was soooo close to my goal and I know I can get right back to it, just need to control my cravings - damn cherry poptarts (love those frickin things)

wonderswhy - I don't own a scale at my home, I only weigh myself at the gym.  This is good motivation for me to get to the gym and see how I am doing.  I would be too obsessed with having a scale at home.

simi- i hope you start feeling better.  I work in an office and colds/flus float around non-stop there, so with the first sign of a cold I load up on vitamin C and emergen-c - seems to work for me

morisht - i do feel crappy on my cheat days, I try to remember that I do not need to get crazy with the junk food on my these days, but just allow myself a little something special.  I also like to work out a little harder on these days too, so I can still feel good about my progress.  Also, congrats on the 2 inch loss - it is always so motivating to see progress, makes you want to work that much harder!

kathleen - wow! congrats on the weight loss!

heather - interesting article, thanks for sharing!

Happy Hump Day Ladies!  I regret to inform you that I will not be participating in this weeks weigh in.  I have had a bronchial infection for the past three weeks now and the stubborn person that I am I kept going to the gym because I was so excited about my results (weight loss, muscle definition, etc).  Well, that didn't make my doctor too happy and she DEMANDED that I take a few days off from the gym, so.....I haven't been since Sunday (3 days off should be good right???) and therefore haven't weighed myself since Sunday.  But I am happy to report that on Sunday I weighed in at 125.7 (down from 127.3 last week)- whoo hoo!  I am sure that I have gained a little since then, due to lack of physical activity, increase in calories (comfort foods :(), and my monthly visitor.  But nonetheless, I feel almost 100% better and plan to get back on track tomorrow....

Jen - I like your "justification".  I am leaning towards the same idea with my eating of comfort foods when I was sick :)  Congrats on getting your 4-pack back!!  Question - how the heck do you get those bottom abs to have definition??  I also recently have seen my 4-pack re-emerge, but can't seem to get any definition on the lower abs.  Any suggestions of particular exercises?

New Ladies to the Forum - WELCOME!  This is a great place to share ideas, get encouragement and learn quite a few things about health and fitness. I joined this forum back in Jan 08 at 130 lbs.  I was very frustrated because I seemed to be at this weight forever and couldn't get my weight to even budge towards my 125 lbs goal.  Just from the daily motivation from these ladies and incorporating their ideas/suggestions into my daily diet and workouts I finally started to see the scale dropping!!!  I am so happy I joined this group and I swear that this forum is the reason I am so close to my goal!!!

Wow, Jen thank you for the information.  I am pretty much following your 4 key points to a tee already (because of all the awesome advice you have already given :)) besides the upping my weights/reps with each visit.  I also work one body part a week, but I haven't been upping the weights or reps each time.  I am glad you pointed this out.  I am going to incorporate this into my workouts and hopefully start seeing that awesome definition that I have been striving for!  Thank you!

Hey I know that I am a day late on my weigh-in, but I still wanted to post:

Started - Jan 08 at 131

Last Week - 126.7

This Week - 127.3 (st patties day celebration left it's mark)

So, I got a little off track this week, but I'm going to get right back at it so I can see that 126 again!

Ladies, I am proud to announce a new low for me!!!!!

This week:  126.7!!!  Last week:  127

I am so excited I don't know the last time I weighed less than 127.  This is a great feeling.  I feel that I could not have done it without the inspiration and help of all of you.  My goal is sooo close (125).  I got off the scale today and had the biggest grin on my face.  All I could think about was racing home from the gym so I could post my success.  Whoo hoo!!!

Wow! So many posts in the past few days and such good news from everyone!

Simi - CONGRATULATIONS!  It's amazing how those protein breakfasts can make a difference. As far as the eliptical problem - I use that machine at least 4 times a week and at first, I was getting strange cramps/sore muscles on only one side and I figured it is because the sore side is compensating for the unsore side.  So, in other words, you are putting more pressure on the sore side when working out.  To correct this, I really focus on my food position and switch between grabbing the arm moving thingees (technical term :)) and keeping my arms stationary to focus on how my body is moving.  Hope that helps a little...

greta - enjoy your trip to Vegas!  I used to live there a couple years ago and I go back often because I LUV it.  Just remember - acoholic drinks add to your calorie count (I often space that fact when I am partying and then am rudely reminded when I get back home and step on the scale)

Heather - congrats on fitting into the suit!  That is one of the best things about losing weight is fitting into those clothes that have just been sitting in the closet waiting.

Margo - Great job on politely declining the offer of sweets at the office.  That happens to be one of my weaknesses and you have given me encouragement that I can just say no as well :)

Burnyh - I agree with Jen, can you use these walking days as off days and still hit up the gym other days for more strenous workouts?

Jen - awesome on the pullups and dips - practice makes perfect - you will get to five pullups in no time!

Brianne - congrats on your loss!  I am also trying to consume more water so I can kick out the sodium and try to keep my weight from bouncing around lately. 

Whew, that was  lot of catching up.  I hope to hear just as much good news on next weeks weigh in as well!

dang Jen - she's bringing sexy back - lol

ok, so I will fill up on my water and see if that makes a difference with the fluctuations.

Simi - congrats on the new job.  I think you will find this one much more enjoyable since you will be involved in something you are passionate about. 

brianne - you are on your way back down - whoo hoo!

brianne - welcome back!  Sounds like you had a great time.  Where all did you go in Europe?

burnyh/heather - congrats on the low numbers on the scale - you are that much closer to your goals.

I had a good week with my workouts - scale says I am back down to 127 - said the same thing last week before Aunt Flo came for a visit, so I am hoping this number is real - I will watch scale and she if it is not just a fluke.