Posts by my5sky

Forum	Topic	Date	Replies

Motivation	rain rain go away	May 16 2006 02:34 (UTC)	12
Hey Keri - we have the opposite problem with the same result:) It's officially climbed into the 100's for the last week and the heat can just zapp you of any and all energy. I used to walk around the neighborhood in the morning - but it's in the 90's by 10am - and in the evenings you'd have to walk sometime between 12am and 2am:) So it's been the air conditioned gym for my workouts - sure hase gotten more crowded there too - must be the weather:)
The Lounge	Map Yourself	May 13 2006 04:42 (UTC)	5
Howdy from Vegas!!
Fitness	crunches and push-ups	May 13 2006 04:07 (UTC)	15
I do sit ups everyday - stomach muscles recovery very quickly. I only do push ups when it's my "chest and back"day for weights - I need the recovery time in between workouts
Fitness	what do I do with this ball?	May 13 2006 03:47 (UTC)	1
If you're having trouble with pushups on the ball try pushups this way: You'll need a basketball in whatever positon you're using (knees or toes on the floor) place one hand on the ball and the other on the floor - do your set of push ups keeping focus on your posture. Switch to the other hand and do your next set. When you get good at this- try the ball again:) Like dcgirl - I use the ball for chest exercises - you can also work your legs pretty well. Place the ball against the wall and lean back into it - at about the small of your back slowly squat down keeping your upper torso parallel to the floor (dont bend forward) and raise back up. You can do this standing on one leg also - but it helps to have someone in front of you to balance your hand on so you don't fall over:) Another leg exercise is to lay on the floor and balance your ankles on the ball and place your armsunder you on the floor for balance. Raising your hips up off the ground - slowly roll the ball to your butt and back... start with 2 sets of 8 - you will feel this believe me! you can use it for sit ups too! there are so many ways to work the ball - i love mine - especially on days when I can't get to the gym!
Foods	peanut butter?????????	May 13 2006 03:36 (UTC)	13
great source of protien - horrible source of sugars:) I totally agree with Sparkles - in moderation it's fine. If you're looking for protien - try fish/ eggs / lean meats / nuts (almonds - etc) / even Oatmeal is a good protien source.
Recipes	Anyone have a recipe for salmon fillets?	May 13 2006 03:27 (UTC)	25
It's bar-b-que season here - we grill everything! Salmon - I usually place on a piece of tin foil - spray with butter flavored PAM - add some thin sliced onions (if you like onions) throw in some fresh garlic and a little bit of wine - fold the ends over like it's a pouch and put it on the grill for about 10-13 minutes (depending on the size of your fish) - we usually grill some veggies to go with - very healthy and yummy!
Weight Loss	Listen up guys and gals!	May 13 2006 03:22 (UTC)	12
CoNgRatS!!!! Good for you !! I'll bring the fat free / low cal whipped cream do go with the fruit!! Oh and a veggie tray! Maybe even a Twister game - we can burn off some more calories after all that dancing!
Weight Loss	Quitting...at least for now...	May 13 2006 03:17 (UTC)	8
Utah - you've already won the mental battle - you recognize why your eating and hey - moving is very physical work - lots of calories going to be burned there! Don't beat yourself up about it - no need to - you're not throwing in the towel you're setting it aside for the moment no harm in that. And we're always here for you! Sending you ** stress free ** vibes for yor move. Selena
The Lounge	Favorite TV Program?	May 13 2006 03:11 (UTC)	22
Since I have 4 kids and a husband - I rarely get to watch anything other than Nickelodeon or Disney Channel - but when I manage to Tivo a show my favs are: 24, Lost, Without a Trace, CSI, and House - my hubby also watches The OC, Survivor, Amazing Race, the Unit - oh and we both like Desperate Housewives:)
Motivation	Let's boost some self-esteem!	May 11 2006 21:21 (UTC)	9
hmmmm... 2 things I like about myself.... I love my long legs - (thank you God) - and my eyes I have a fierce loyalty to family and friends
The Lounge	Right to Privacy?	May 11 2006 19:59 (UTC)	1
hey cheatingirl - been busy trotting the girls back and forth to baseball games / practices and trying to get to the gym - the usual chaos:) I've been trying to take May's Bun/ Thigh challenge to heart:) Got any new yummy receipies for me?
The Lounge	prom is tomorrow! I am scared to death!	May 11 2006 19:49 (UTC)	14
Are you kidding me??? you look wonderful! The dress is gorgeous! Now do me a favor - and hold your pretty head high - exudes confidence:)
The Lounge	prom is tomorrow! I am scared to death!	May 11 2006 19:47 (UTC)	16
I can't see your pics either:( But, I'm sure you'll look beautiful - have a wonderful time!
Motivation	Soo upset...	May 11 2006 19:44 (UTC)	7
Hey Natalia - I know what a shock this has been for you - you're only 20 - you're baby is still a baby but I can't tell you how happy I am for you - you're an amazing mom and wife and you have proven to yourself that you're in control of your weight not the other way around. I'm secretly jealous - although hubby and I are done in the baby department - I confess... I loved being pregnant (all 4 times:) so I will have to live vicariously through you:) Congrats!
The Lounge	Do I get the dress? Bored and want your opinion!	May 11 2006 19:36 (UTC)	12
here is my .02 - if you love the dress - and you're going to wear it and enjoy it - then I say BUY IT! Chances are - the only person that even notices your arms is you (we are our own worse critic:) Get it and have fun!
The Lounge	Right to Privacy?	May 11 2006 19:33 (UTC)	4
add me to the sucker list - got me but good! Scary how all official it looked!
The Lounge	Teenage Daughters - UGH!!!!!	May 05 2006 19:10 (UTC)	3
Bethy - funny you should mention the ring thing - Tallen wears one also that represents "waiting till I'm married". I am so proud of what a strong, independent young women she is becoming - she's a 3.85 student and a very talented singer - all of that is enough to keep her busy. A friend of our that teached the 8th grade has 3 students which are expecting - down from the 4 he had last year. Scary. Pooh - you'll be a great mom - you already are! I love my girls - I thinkgirls are easy to raise - but I don't have any boys to compare too:) One thing I pride myself on is being an "Askable parent" - means my kids can come to me with anything, but they also know that I am a parent first and their friend second:)
Fitness	Exercise Ball	May 05 2006 17:41 (UTC)	1
dark - I'm laughing with ya - because I had the opposite problem! I looked around forever till I found one for my 5'10 frame - lol look online at Gaiam - they usually have one that you can order.
The Lounge	Teenage Daughters - UGH!!!!!	May 05 2006 17:21 (UTC)	6
I can certainly empathize with you - I have 4 girls. My oldest is 16, we have a rule in our house - no dating until your 16 (35 if you ask my husband:) and even then it has to be with other couples - no 1 on 1 dating - but it certainly has helped with cutting down the drama of "boys". I think middle school is the hardest as far as pressure and having the "boy crazies" goes. She did occassionally have an "in school boyfriend" - but even they were just someone to walk to class and what not - nothing serious.Since she's hit high school and even though is now officially old enough to date - it's kind of worn off and she's more happy with just having a great group of friends. Not to mention she now has college on the brain:) Of course I still have 3 more to go - so I may be singing another tune in a few years:) Keep me posted:) Selena
The Lounge	farewell to Neeners party???	May 05 2006 01:42 (UTC)	3
okay - so my hubby called from Kentucky today and when I told him that I was participating in the "nooners for neeners" tomorrow he just about climbed through the phone:) lol oh well - his loss:)
The Lounge	Alwaysfreetobeme, where are you?	May 05 2006 01:40 (UTC)	5
alwayzzzz - good to finally see you back on here girl! You look fabulous!!! Awesome job! We have missed you...lots!
The Lounge	It's here! VIRTUAL 80's PARTY for OBSIDYAN!	May 05 2006 01:36 (UTC)	20
for the love of all that is holy! Where were you guys when I was in high school?? Daaam! I leave for what... 2 hours and I come back to find Slappy has eaten all the brownies - unicorns all over the place - Always is here - woo hooo girl! All I can say is.... If I were to say to you Can you keep a secret? Would you know just what to do Or where to keep it? Then I sayi love you And foul the situation Hey girl I thought we were The right combination. Who broke my heart? You did, you did Bow to the target, Blame cupid, cupid You think you?re smart Stupid, stupid. shoot that poison arrow through my heart shoot that poison arrow somebody gimme a brownie and no one will get hurt:)
The Lounge	It's here! VIRTUAL 80's PARTY for OBSIDYAN!	May 04 2006 20:26 (UTC)	104
Fasttimes at Ridgemont High - who could forget this classic?? "the lady with have the linguini with clam sauce and a coke with no ice" love that movie. Gotta take the baby out into the sunshine - it's supposed to be 90 here today... but I'll check in with all you party animals in a while!
Motivation	Suggestions and intro	May 04 2006 19:42 (UTC)	3
night time is my problem area too. I usually put all leftovers away so that I'm not tempted to snack. I, like slappy, try and make dinner my bigger meal - tends to hold me over longer. If all else fails - I keep low cal options like yogurt, a cup of applesauce for a snackie:)
The Lounge	It's here! VIRTUAL 80's PARTY for OBSIDYAN!	May 04 2006 19:39 (UTC)	165
oh geesh - Prince is on my 80's station now... I would die for you, yeah Darling, if you want me to You, I would die for you Yeah, say one more time
The Lounge	farewell to Neeners party???	May 04 2006 19:21 (UTC)	17
Count Vegas in!! Although I will be doing the innocent "nooners for Neeners" fun run - hubbby is at the Kentucky Derby this weekend! No funny "nooners" here! lol
The Lounge	It's here! VIRTUAL 80's PARTY for OBSIDYAN!	May 04 2006 19:17 (UTC)	175
Anyone else remember clove cigarettes?? * hangs my head in shame ** Yes, I did partake in a few in my wild and crazy youth - it was an 80's thing!! Where are those skinny cows at!!:)
The Lounge	Orange dots - Can't figure it out totally curious	May 04 2006 19:15 (UTC)	2
new posts to the discussion thread:)
The Lounge	It's here! VIRTUAL 80's PARTY for OBSIDYAN!	May 04 2006 19:13 (UTC)	177
absolutely! trade ya some Aquanet for pop rocks!
Fitness	Exercise Ball	May 04 2006 19:11 (UTC)	7
you can get them pretty much anywhere - Target / Big 5 / Wallmart and most sporting goods stores have them - you can usually find them in the fitness or yoga area. The most common sizes are 75cm / 65 cm/ and 55cm. No weight restriction - but they recommend getting one appropriate for your height. I'm 5'10 and have both the 75 and 55cm. They are awesome to your your back/ abs / hamstrings - love them!

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