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The Lounge	Eating at my desk fail	May 30 2010 14:53 (UTC)	1
Original Post by amethystgirl: Not at my desk, but the day that my yogurt burst open in my bag... and it was the one day I actually had work stuff in my bag. Ew.... Similar to that one : I put my after-gym-while-on-the-bus-to-work-snack of yogurt into my Lululemon bag (the reusable shopping type one, not purse) on top of my clothes for AFTER the gym. Somehow, I didn't remember to put the lid on and after my work-out and after showering, I went to get my clean clothes out only to find them covered in yogurt... And I didn't have time to go home to get new clean clothes. I ended up having to wear my sweaty gym clothes to work. Luckily, I work as a nanny in a private house so I used their laundry machine and got to change part way through the day!
Games & Challenges	MayWeight Loss Challenge**Sign Ups Always Welcome!	May 29 2010 14:44 (UTC)	28
Name: Cassenya Age: 24 Height & frame: 5'1", Medium (I've gone down from 5'2" and Large frame... even my wrists have shrunken!) Highest weight & date: 228lbs, August 1st 2009 CC start wt and CC start date: 227lbs, August 4th or 5th 2009 Start Weight in May, 2010: 170.5 Goal Weight (by May 29, 2010): 165 Week 1; 08-May: 172.1 Week 2; 15-May: 169.8 Week 3; 22-May: 167.9 Week 4; 29-May: 166.3 Total monthly weight loss: -4.2 Average daily calories: 1400 on lazy days, 1700 on non-lazy days - after factoring in output vs input Add comments: May 1st - Excited to start another month! Thanks Mischiefdm for creating and tracking these threads! It's a great motivator! May 8th - Hmm, up two pounds. I've been extra careful about counting my calories to make sure that I am actually eating enough/not too many. I measure everything exactly. I haven't lost any inches in the past two months either, though I have lost flub and gained muscle on my thighs. I've been working out a lot, which I've heard can cause water retention and that can cause weight to go up from muscle gain. I'm getting a little frustrated with this constant yo-yoing back and forth with 5-10lbs before actually getting any progress into the next decade of pounds. May 15th - Hooray. Not only have I dropped to 160's (high-end of it, but 160's nonetheless!) but it's also TTOM and so I am amazed to see a loss. Although, my period came a few days early but I don't think that's anything to worry about. I've always been slightly-sporadic because of my PCOS and I usually mark my start date anywhere in a two week radius. I went for a shiatsu massage on Wednesday and am feeling it in my shoulders so I haven't made it to the gym or bike ride for the past two days... But tomorrow I get back on track! May 22nd - A 2lbs loss! Hooray! *May 29th - A pound away from my goal, but still a wonderful 4lbs loss for the month!
The Lounge	Asparagus/Pee Survey	May 28 2010 12:40 (UTC)	31
I eat massive amounts of asparagus sometimes... and I never noticed a smell.
The Lounge	facepalm	May 28 2010 03:08 (UTC)	36
I was a picky eater as a child. I refused to eat almost all meat, not for moral reasons, but because of the texture (I still won't eat most meats...) My parents had the rule that I had to sit at the table until I ate what was served. We never had a dog I could sneak the food to.... However, we had a baseboard heater and my parents wouldn't stick around the whole time I was at the table. I would hide it, then the next morning clean it out before I woke my mom. But boy oh boy, would it get stinky when I forgot porkchops in there for a week! (I was pretty sneaky for a 6 year old!) I don't have kids, but my theory when I do (and what I use for the kids I nanny) is that I will give them some of various things. They get to pick what color of peppers (they love them, so that's not a problem) and what kind of sandwich they would like (for the past year and a half, it's been a request of mayo and ketchup, which I conveniently forget the ketchup every.freaking.time that they no longer ask for ketchup) Then I get to pick two fruits and another veggie (6-8 pieces all together) and a meat/protein (ham, egg etc) if they need it added to their plate. And they can pick the flavor of yogurt, or choose apple sauce or cottage cheese if they desire. If they want seconds or anything else, they know they need to eat what they have on their plate. I tend to give them less than they will generally eat just so they aren't overwhelmed and do get around to eating their less-than-favorite foods. It's more work for me, but in the end they get a better balance. The kids I nanny don't drink apple juice, aside from mixed with two-parts water, for breakfast. And it's one kid-sized cup max, and what they have left over once they finish eating is dumped. They drink chocolate milk at snack if they want (regular milk mixed with just enough chocolate milk to add color and tiny bit of taste) Aside from those two times, they get water. They rarely have junk food... just as a dessert twice a week (the other 5 days are apple sauce, yogurt, fruit as dessert) and they eat regular cheerios with a few honey nut sprinkled in for breakfast. Waffles and french toast are a treat, with just a bit of syrup. I think it's a great choice to limit their crap-intake, although the older one has a major sweet-tooth and goes a bit crazy at the mention of "sugary-junk"....
Fitness	keeping it interesting on the treadmill	May 26 2010 13:26 (UTC)	13
I was an avid C25K'er for a while. As much as my schedule would let me, since I only made it out once a week and couldn't seem to move on to the second week without being dizzy halfway through. Then I started going to the gym at my boyfriends work. It has expensive treadmills that don't even creak when you run on them (a big reason I wouldn't use the cheaper ones we have in the gym at our apartment) One day I decided to see how I could do... and I ran 30m before I even realized it. Straight. None of this off and on stuff from the C25K. That was a few weeks ago, now I run about 45m. I put on my headphones and watch whatever show I can find on the treadmills TV. I try to base when I'm at the gym with when I know there is a good show on. I found C25K to almost hinder my progression on building stamina. Maybe it's not better doing it this way, but it's working for me.
Foods	i made something delicious today...DID YOU?	May 25 2010 02:31 (UTC)	34
what was it? Ground beef stirfry with broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, spinach and snap peas. A bit of Thai sauce and LOTS of hot sauce. what gave you the idea? I wanted ground beef and had veggies to use. I was looking for a meal without any starch (though yes, I know the carrots are considered a "starchy" vegetable, but I mean without bread/pasta etc) is this something you regularly make? Yes. can you think of any variations of this dish/snack? I hate to admit it, but I'm not creative.
Weight Loss	How do YOU calorie count?	May 24 2010 22:39 (UTC)	8
Original Post by cassenyalogan: On Saturday night / Sunday morning I plan my days for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Then on Wednesday I plan Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Sunday is my cheat day and I don't write down what I eat, but do keep a mental note of the calories as I go. I do it this way because then grocery shopping is so much easier to do. I have the day off on Wednesdays (I work 4x 10 hour days) so Sunday and Wednesday are my shopping days at the grocery store across the street from my house. It helps me save money on buying foods that I won't actually get around to eating and also helps me save time having to go to the store for something I need last minute. I should also add that I only plan for 1400 calories and have a limit of about 1650ish a day, so it gives me 250 calories to fiddle with during the day. And sometimes I change it up but generally keep to plan.
Weight Loss	How do YOU calorie count?	May 24 2010 19:16 (UTC)	14
On Saturday night / Sunday morning I plan my days for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Then on Wednesday I plan Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Sunday is my cheat day and I don't write down what I eat, but do keep a mental note of the calories as I go. I do it this way because then grocery shopping is so much easier to do. I have the day off on Wednesdays (I work 4x 10 hour days) so Sunday and Wednesday are my shopping days at the grocery store across the street from my house. It helps me save money on buying foods that I won't actually get around to eating and also helps me save time having to go to the store for something I need last minute.
The Lounge	What up with yo' name?	May 24 2010 14:33 (UTC)	6
Cassenya - a name I always wanted for my daughter but then used as a World of Warcraft characters name and it doesn't feel right using it anymore. Logan - my mom's mom's last name.
Weight Loss	How many calories up or down?	May 23 2010 19:56 (UTC)	4
Original Post by spinach_spy: I always over estimate calories, like for an apple, I say it's 100 rather than 70. I'll have 8 carrot sticks as a snack, and counth them as 100 calories too, or a baby cucumber will be 50 when really 20-30, this way I never go over The problem with that is between an apple and a baby cucumber, you have already "added" 50 calories. By the end of the day, you may have "added" 300 calories... putting you at too big of a deficit which could put a hindrance on your weight loss. I round up by 5's if needed. But never to the nearest 50.
Young Calorie Counters	What do you want to be when you grow up?	May 23 2010 14:58 (UTC)	23
When asked this question at two years old, I apparently responded that I wanted to be a red fire truck. Now, 22 years later, I have no idea. I know I want to work with kids. I am a nanny, and have been since I was 18 (with different families along the way). I have given thought to opening a day care or working in one, but I am not sure.
Health & Support	Hair loss related to ED?	May 23 2010 14:10 (UTC)	6
Original Post by widelegjeans: I'm recovering from an ED, gained about 8-10 pounds from 95 (do the math) and am feeling pretty good. I haven't got my period back (5'6 and a fourth, plus still growing btw) aside from the whole re-feeding deal. But, I noticed something recently that disturbs me... After I take a shower, i squeeze the ends of my hair to get the excess water off. And when I do this, hair comes out. Strands, about 4-5 in one run through, and it doesn't pull or anything, its just is there. Also, when my hair is dry, if i run my hands through it, I have the same thing happen. Is this from ED or am I just overreacting?How do I fix it? While it is possible it is from your ED, it is also possible it's not. I have the same problem, but I have never had an ED. I clog the shower drain in a matter of days with the amount of hair that comes out when I shower... even while I pull at my hair often to get the loose strands out and put them in the garbage can. I shed more than my cats... And they shed TONS. I'd bring it up with your doctor and see if they think it is related. It could be something else. I have yet to ask my doctor and I have had this problem since I was a teenager.
Games & Challenges	Roll Call May 2010 Exercise Challenge!!!	May 23 2010 13:49 (UTC)	43
Gym : 825 Biking : 1530 Hiking : 290 Walking : 470 Running : 115 Total : 3230/2000+ I've started going to the gym for half an hour twice a week before work now. I still go on my three days off, as well. And after work, on the days I don't get around to the gym in the mornings, I go for a run on the path behind my house. I ride my bike to work at least once or twice a week (depending on the weather) and I also do a longer 50km+ ride on Saturdays. Hiking on Sunday mornings. And power-walking 15m before and after work to/from the skytrain (our subway system) since it's faster than waiting for a bus.
Young Calorie Counters	quick weight loss ?	May 23 2010 05:26 (UTC)	7
Original Post by bigredhead1023: and i know that you arent "supposed" to eat under 1200 but its not like im starving myself i just dont eat in excess so please dont spaz over that You're asking on the forums for people to not comment on the damage you are doing to your body? Seriously, you know you are eating in an unhealthy way. Fix it. Sure, you may lose a bit of weight but just wait until your body goes into starvation mode and starts hording whatever food it can get, causing you to gain weight and then start wondering where it is coming from. In excess? How is eating AT LEAST 1200 calories in excess? Too much food? Fine, then eat higher calorie options to fill up. This is not the way to go. And you shouldn't be looking for reassurance around here if that is your method.
The Lounge	learning to forgive	May 23 2010 00:58 (UTC)	4
Original Post by muttlover: Original Post by pgeorgian: sometimes walking away is part of forgiving (as with a friend who turns out not to be such a good friend), and sometimes, as with family, we just forgive over and over, knowing that the other person is doing the best they can. i guess i'm lucky; i've never had to forgive and walk away from someone really important to me. a few years back i heard a quote that kind-of sums it up: resentment is the poison that i swallow, hoping you will die. holding a grudge only hurts the person who holds it. What if you know for a fact that the person isn't doing the best they can? cass, I'm sorry your father hurt your feelings. I'm glad your mother seems like a good parent. Meh, feelings get hurt every day. Personally, I don't bother letting it get in my way. I am better off without someone like that in my life. However, as to the first part : "What if you know for a fact that the person isn't doing the best they can?" - if they aren't bothering to put forth an effort, are they really worth yours?
The Lounge	How Much Have you Lost?	May 22 2010 23:24 (UTC)	151
Original Post by kortniew: 90 pounds = a newborn calf That's my goal. Somewhere in there is a joke about no having a cow.
The Lounge	learning to forgive	May 22 2010 22:42 (UTC)	10
I have a lot of ill-feelings towards my father. Long story short, he was mentally (and physically, on a few occasions) abusive and when I was 12 years old and made the choice to live with my mother instead of him, he put me through hell. My uncle had to take me to the airport because he refused. I didn't hear from him for three years, when he called one day to tell me my grandmother (his adoptive mother) died. Which after running into my cousin one day, I learned that she was actually still living up until a year ago. Then he disappeared again, out of my life for another three years... Only to resurface, asking for my social insurance number, claiming he needed it because he was putting me in his will and it was needed. I've heard all about his con-artist ways from my mom, who isn't his fan, but was also truthful about it. He's gone again, though he did "poke" me on Facebook the other day. Now he can't even search for me on there. He's told me my step-mom, who left him while 6 months pregnant, when I was 10 years old, had gotten him aborted. I had to find out by finding a birth certificate on his office desk one day that I do have a half-brother out there, that he was born. (I was 10, I didn't know they don't do abortions past a certain term) I went through years of him telling me that my mom was a whore and a tramp, on a regular basis. And that I would turn into her when I was older, and be a slut too. I wish him the best, which to be blunt, I don't feel he deserves. I don't want to forgive him because I don't want to ever have the chance to reminisce on what could have been a decent relationship, had we ever patched up what has happened in the past. I am perfectly happy holding a grudge.
The Lounge	Men/Women, do you find this attractive or repulsive...	May 22 2010 18:33 (UTC)	110
Original Post by phoebe_luvs_smallville: Your girlfriend/boyfriend, wife/husband or S.O letting their gray show? Do you find people who have gray hair attractive or not? Would you or do you cover your gray (if you have gray hair)? Who do you think looks better as they age, Men or Women? (If they don't get invasive anti-aging procedures done) Depends. He's only 23, so I wouldn't find it too appealing if he was already going gray. Though, it's not something I would love him any less for, either. Gray hair suits some middle aged men. Especially the light salt-and-pepper look that some have. I dye my hair once a year. I would probably keep that up when I get grays. Though, at the rate I shed, I will likely be bald before I get around to having gray hair. (FYI : Not shedding from an ED, in case anyone was wondering about that statement. I just shed, a lot.) Hmm... Woman tend to sag and shrink. Older men generally (IMO) look better.
The Lounge	Bike for Pizza - Cheat day	May 22 2010 17:35 (UTC)	4
Original Post by chrissy1988: Original Post by cassenyalogan: I do, regularly. There is this place I love, called Steamrollers. The food is decently healthy, since it's all steamed to cook, not fried or anything. My deal with myself if I want it, is that I have to bike there and back. There are three big hills on the way there and two big hills on the way back and the route is about 30km and takes me about 2 hours, round trip, including eating there. would this even be an indulgence? sounds healthy enough to eat their daily. but getting the exercise is only a bonus ;) The meal I get every time is : Nutrition Facts Serving Size 1 Burrito Amount Per Serving Calories from Fat 207 Calories 579 % Daily Values* Total Fat 23g 35% Saturated Fat 11g 55% Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g Monounsaturated Fat 7.6g Cholesterol 78mg 26% Sodium - Total Carbohydrate 58g 19% Dietary Fiber 2.3g 9% Sugars - Protein 33g Which, you're right, isn't really a "cheat" meal. I get it made with 1/2 rice on a whole wheat tortilla instead of the spinach tortilla it comes with, so mine wouldn't even be the 579 calories listed. This is my typical cheat meal though. I rarely have greasy foods like pizza or burgers because they make me feel sick since I don't eat greasy things anymore. I also burn more than 1000 calories on my bike ride getting there and back, lol.
Motivation	How have you rewarded yourself?	May 22 2010 14:38 (UTC)	15
I've never really thought about using consignment shops, actually.... I'm going to check into that today!

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