~Healthy Living Check-In~

ashx3renee · April 2013

Good Morning, Ladies!

Welcome to the Healthy Living Check-In! We're just a group of women who are striving to live healthier lives, whether that means losing weight, gaining weight, sticking to a specific diet, counting calories, avoiding counting calories, starting to exercise, continuing to exercise, or anything in between. If you're new, feel free to jump in and join us! We check in on Mondays and Wednesdays, with an accountability follow-up on Fridays (our favorite post of the week, because we love encouraging each other and celebrating all our successes!).

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Many of us are using MyFitnessPal to keep track of our eating and our exercise. MFP is a great tool to keep yourself accountable, and because it?s set up as a social network site, we can cheer you on there as well as here. If you?re using MFP and haven?t found us yet, let us know so we can friend you! I personally don?t log on to MFP daily because the diet I follow doesn?t require me to count calories. I do however check it daily and can be found by my email address: ashleym@accnorwalk.com.

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If you?re interested in participating in the TTCAL Healthy Living board on Pinterest, please either include a link to your page in your post, or send it to me in a PM so I can add you! The more, the merrier!

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Let?s hear it!

THE GOOD:

THE BAD:

THE PROUD:

THE PLAN:

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names?

ETA: Sorry the motivation pic is so big, I couldn't get TinyPic to work for me this morning.

ashx3renee · April 2013

THE GOOD: Umm, nothing really. I forgot my purse in DH's truck over the weekend, which had my keys in it. He goes to work before me and I didn't realize that I didn't have my purse so I had to walk to work. Embarrassed

So I've gotten some exercise today now lol, I'm just glad it wasn't raining.

THE BAD: I did not stick to my plan of behaving over the weekend. I also forgot to start the squat challenge Friday, so I'm starting today.

THE PROUD: Um, I only gained 2lbs this weekend despite how crappy I ate. Normally it'd be closer to 5.

THE PLAN: Get back to paleo 100% today, no more excuses. Start the squat challenge and I'm also going to do a 90 day round of TurboFire. Well, technically it's going to be 104 day round of TurboFire because I'm going to start today, but my friend who wants to do it with me can't start until May 13th so the next two weeks are just going to be added for me.

QOTD: We have two dogs, Charlie and Milo. Charlie is a German Shepherd mixed with something else. We rescued him from a shelter and a little old lady found him as a newborn pup, abandoned on her porch and full of worms. Now he's worm free and huge. We have no idea what he's mixed with but it's got to be another big dog.

Milo is a boxer-terrier mix. His mom was a boxer-terrier and his dad was a terrier, so he's more terrier than boxer. He's so cute, and even though he's small he's definitely the alpha dog of the two. Charlie follows him everywhere. He's also a mama's boy.

anitaflora · April 2013

Hi all! Joining again! Thanks for running this ash!

The good: Stayed within my calorie goal 2 of 3 days since starting. Tracked calories all three days. Exercised all three days. Half hour on elliptical every day and 2 mile walk two days. Made healthier eating choices. As in didn't eat the fried shrimp DH made but just ate the sweet potato salad recipe I found on skinnytaste.com.

The bad: Completely binged on my chocolate craving yesterday.

Was in the drugstore and was getting lifesavers for myself as they help me have something to suck on to curb the eating urges. I know they aren't the best choice but they're better than the alternative of snacking overboard.

Anyway thought I'd buy a little bag of Reisins for DH since he's suffering too without chocolate. And said well I'll just have one and that will curb my craving. Oh no it just made it worse. Much, much worse. Four Reisins AND a Skor bar later....

Ugggh. No bueno. That's when I decided to give up the fried shrimp for dinner. But still I was saving those calories!! And totally shouldn't have binged like that!!

The proud: Really the same as the good. Except that I'm proud of being back on MFP and kicking my own butt into gear again. I decided losing this weight is like quitting smoking for me. It may take 20 tries but dammit I am going to keep trying and one of these times it's going to stick!!

The plan: Biggest things are continuing to track calories and get on the elliptical every day.

doglover31 · April 2013

THE GOOD:I worked at Saturday and Sunday...an hour both days. Normally I wouldn't work out on the weekends!

THE BAD: I still didn't eat the best....I stayed in my calorie allotment somewhat. I haven't lost anything but I haven't gained anything either.

THE PROUD: I started the squat challenge Friday and have followed it so far!

THE PLAN: Work out daily! And stick to my diet better.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have 3 dogs, a cat (he lives outside), and some baby quails.

Puma is a beagle/chow/lab mix, Fenway is a Boxer, Achilles is a lab/pitbull/boxer mix. Rambo is our cat. And the quails DH just got to raise for their eggs so they don't have names yet! Eventually when we can tell their sex I will probably name them!

ashx3renee · April 2013

anitaflora:
Hi all! Joining again! Thanks for running this ash! The good: Stayed within my calorie goal 2 of 3 days since starting. Tracked calories all three days. Exercised all three days. Half hour on elliptical every day and 2 mile walk two days. Made healthier eating choices. As in didn't eat the fried shrimp DH made but just ate the sweet potato salad recipe I found on skinnytaste.com. The bad: Completely binged on my chocolate craving yesterday. Was in the drugstore and was getting lifesavers for myself as they help me have something to suck on to curb the eating urges. I know they aren't the best choice but they're better than the alternative of snacking overboard. Anyway thought I'd buy a little bag of Reisins for DH since he's suffering too without chocolate. And said well I'll just have one and that will curb my craving. Oh no it just made it worse. Much, much worse. Four Reisins AND a Skor bar later.... Ugggh. No bueno. That's when I decided to give up the fried shrimp for dinner. But still I was saving those calories!! And totally shouldn't have binged like that!! The proud: Really the same as the good. Except that I'm proud of being back on MFP and kicking my own butt into gear again. I decided losing this weight is like quitting smoking for me. It may take 20 tries but dammit I am going to keep trying and one of these times it's going to stick!! The plan: Biggest things are continuing to track calories and get on the elliptical every day.

Hi Anita, I'm glad you decided to join us! Chocolate cravings are the worst, I can't even have it in the house when I'm trying to eat healthy. Around Easter I bought a bag of Cadbury Mini Eggs since I can't get them year round, with the intention of hiding them until I reached my goals. Well they were fine when I had them hidden in my trunk and forgot about them. Then it warmed up so I brought them in the house... they were gone 3 days later. Embarrassed

Great job with the exercise and staying within your calories the rest of the days! You can do this! Have you set any goals for yourself as far as how much weight you want to lose?

ashx3renee · April 2013

doglover31:
THE GOOD:I worked at Saturday and Sunday...an hour both days. Normally I wouldn't work out on the weekends!

THE BAD: I still didn't eat the best....I stayed in my calorie allotment somewhat. I haven't lost anything but I haven't gained anything either.

THE PROUD: I started the squat challenge Friday and have followed it so far!

THE PLAN: Work out daily! And stick to my diet better.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have 3 dogs, a cat (he lives outside), and some baby quails.

Puma is a beagle/chow/lab mix, Fenway is a Boxer, Achilles is a lab/pitbull/boxer mix. Rambo is our cat. And the quails DH just got to raise for their eggs so they don't have names yet! Eventually when we can tell their sex I will probably name them!

Great job working out over the weekend and starting the squat challenge! (and starting it on time Embarrassed lol) Not gaining anything is great, the pounds will fall off eventually. Keep up the good work!

buckeyebride22 · April 2013

THE GOOD: I made my workout goal last week

THE BAD: I somehow gained two pounds. I need to follow my calorie counting.

THE PROUD:

THE PLAN: Starting P90X with DH today. Anyone else interested in joining me?

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? Yes, we have a yorkie named Charlie. Most days he drives me crazy because he likes to pee in the house, but he's my first baby and I love him.

buckeyebride22 · April 2013

doglover31:
THE GOOD:I worked at Saturday and Sunday...an hour both days. Normally I wouldn't work out on the weekends!

THE BAD: I still didn't eat the best....I stayed in my calorie allotment somewhat. I haven't lost anything but I haven't gained anything either.

THE PROUD: I started the squat challenge Friday and have followed it so far!

THE PLAN: Work out daily! And stick to my diet better.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have 3 dogs, a cat (he lives outside), and some baby quails.

Puma is a beagle/chow/lab mix, Fenway is a Boxer, Achilles is a lab/pitbull/boxer mix. Rambo is our cat. And the quails DH just got to raise for their eggs so they don't have names yet! Eventually when we can tell their sex I will probably name them!

I did this last month and got a lot of compliments on the change! Well from DH and a biggest loser group that noticed lol

doglover31 · April 2013

ashx3renee:
doglover31:

THE GOOD:I worked at Saturday and Sunday...an hour both days. Normally I wouldn't work out on the weekends!

THE BAD: I still didn't eat the best....I stayed in my calorie allotment somewhat. I haven't lost anything but I haven't gained anything either.

THE PROUD: I started the squat challenge Friday and have followed it so far!

THE PLAN: Work out daily! And stick to my diet better.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have 3 dogs, a cat (he lives outside), and some baby quails.

Puma is a beagle/chow/lab mix, Fenway is a Boxer, Achilles is a lab/pitbull/boxer mix. Rambo is our cat. And the quails DH just got to raise for their eggs so they don't have names yet! Eventually when we can tell their sex I will probably name them!

Great job working out over the weekend and starting the squat challenge! (and starting it on time lol) Not gaining anything is great, the pounds will fall off eventually. Keep up the good work!

I'm hoping I can keep up with the challenge now that I have started...it wasn't to hard 50 squats isn't that bad. I'm curious to see what it is going to be like when its up to 200! Surprise

ashx3renee · April 2013

Igoo0304:

THE GOOD: Nothing new, really. I'm still just trying to be more active.

THE BAD: I didn't do well with reducing gluten between the pizza we had Friday and the BBQ we went to last night.

THE PROUD: Nothing, really.

THE PLAN: I'm starting c25k and lifting again this evening. I'm going to alternate that with days of riding the bike for longer periods. I've been reading a lot about PCOS diets, and from everything I've read, eliminating dairy (except yogurt) is more important than gluten, so I'm going to keep reducing gluten but try to go dairy free for a little while and see if it helps. That's going to be hard, I love cheese!

QOTD: We don't have any pets living with us right now. My dog I had for 15 years died this spring, and we haven't gotten another pup yet. I think we might get a lab later in the summer. I have several pets (two horses, two cats, a dog, and some ducks) living with my parents since I couldn't take them overseas with us, and it seemed mean to uproot them when we got back. Instead, I visit them a lot! I'm a bleeding heart when it comes to pets, so everyone but one horse is a rescue.
My favorite is a horse named Arrow who has terminal testicular cancer. I've had him forever and we have a love/hate relationship. He's kind of obnoxious, but he's got a huge personality, and he always pulls through when I need him to. He's way too smart for his own good, so he gets in trouble a lot, like opening the gate to let himself out when he wants to play. He also gives awesome hugs and is perfectly mannered with little kids.

Dairy free is so much harder for me than gluten free because I love cheese also. lol I have to avoid both when it comes to following a paleo diet, it's hard but not impossible!

Good luck with the C25K program. Your exercise plan sounds great!!

ashx3renee · April 2013

buckeyebride22:
THE GOOD: I made my workout goal last week
THE BAD: I somehow gained two pounds. I need to follow my calorie counting.
THE PROUD:
THE PLAN: Starting P90X with DH today. Anyone else interested in joining me?

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? Yes, we have a yorkie named Charlie. Most days he drives me crazy because he likes to pee in the house, but he's my first baby and I love him.

I'm sorry about the two pounds, that can be frustrating. I'd definitely focus on what your eating, as that could be the problem. "You can't out-exercise a bad diet" is what I've always been told.. even though I try. Wink

I have P90X, but I never make it through the fool 90 days because I get bored with it. I just got TurboFire in the mail over the weekend that I'm starting today. It's from Beachbody also, and is also 90 days. So we can still support each other!

My dog Milo used to drive me nuts too. Then we got Charlie who is 100x worse than Milo ever was and makes him look like an angel. lol

ashx3renee · April 2013

doglover31:
ashx3renee:
doglover31:

THE GOOD:I worked at Saturday and Sunday...an hour both days. Normally I wouldn't work out on the weekends!

THE BAD: I still didn't eat the best....I stayed in my calorie allotment somewhat. I haven't lost anything but I haven't gained anything either.

THE PROUD: I started the squat challenge Friday and have followed it so far!

THE PLAN: Work out daily! And stick to my diet better.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have 3 dogs, a cat (he lives outside), and some baby quails.

Puma is a beagle/chow/lab mix, Fenway is a Boxer, Achilles is a lab/pitbull/boxer mix. Rambo is our cat. And the quails DH just got to raise for their eggs so they don't have names yet! Eventually when we can tell their sex I will probably name them!

Great job working out over the weekend and starting the squat challenge! (and starting it on time lol) Not gaining anything is great, the pounds will fall off eventually. Keep up the good work!

I'm hoping I can keep up with the challenge now that I have started...it wasn't to hard 50 squats isn't that bad. I'm curious to see what it is going to be like when its up to 200!

That's what I'm nervous about! lol

ashx3renee · April 2013

mattsgirl2004:
Hi Ash! Thanks for running this check-in. You're awesome!

This will have to be a P&R until later this afternoon. Sorry.

THE GOOD: I stuck to my calorie intake, made healthy choices (for the most part) and got all my workouts in this weekend.

THE BAD: Even though I stayed within my calorie intake, I had two slices of very greasy and cheesy pizza yesterday. I was at my SIL's birthday party and I couldn't resist!

THE PROUD: I'm on day 4 of the squat challenge and I can definitely feel it! I've worked out everyday for the past 6 days too. I lost 2.5lbs since weighing myself on Monday of last week. Woohoo!

THE PLAN: I plan to continue to workout and continue with the squat challenge. Also, I'm going to the store today to buy more fresh fruits and veggies.

QOTD: We have 2 dogs. One is a mini-corgi and his name is Pilot and the other is a yellow lab and his name is Trooper. We have 3 indoor/outdoor cats and their names are Scooter, Special K, and Kayla Kitty. Can you tell that DS named most of our pets? LOL

Hi mattsgirl! You are doing great with getting back on track! Congratulations on the 2.5 lbs, that's awesome!! Keep it up!

And yes, those definitely sound like names a man would pick for pets. Wink

sammer818 · April 2013

THE GOOD: I ran 3 miles last night and walked the dog with DH.

THE BAD: I ate a TON of those mini-meat sticks (like summer sausage-type meat) yesterday.

THE PROUD: I ran 3 miles. I don't usually work out on Sundays.

THE PLAN: Run M-Th and try to somewhat prepare for our half marathon on Saturday. EEP! Definitely not ready for that!

QOTD: I have a black lab named Lager. She's 7 years old and adorable.

sammer818 · April 2013

So, I'm reading through this and a few people have mentioned the "squat challenge." What is it?

Maupjen · April 2013

Hey everyone! I'm new to the TTAL board but am excited to take part and glad for this post. Trying to be healthy is a constant struggle for me as it is for all of us but it is so important to me. Good luck to everyone this week!

The Good: I miscarried 4 weeks ago now and had taken a 5 week workout break before that out of sheer fear. I have now officially been back in the gym for about 3 weeks and I'm feeling soooo much better. I'm still not where I was but I'm getting there!

The Bad: I have yet to get my eating back under good control. My husband and I both struggle with this so we can negative influence each other. When I went off my Metformin when pregnant I gained 10 lbs and craved sugar like no other! Now that I'm back on it the sugar cravings are better but I'm stress/comfort eating like crazy. I just want to feel better and it temporarily does that for me.

The Proud: I lost 100 lbs in the past few years with the one goal of wanting to be healthy when finally TTC and get pregnant. I am down to a much healthier weight (160 from 260!) but still have some goals to reach!

The Plan: I'm at about 160 right now. I was at 155 pre-pregnancy. I'd like to get to between 150-155 lbs in the next couple of months while I'm still TTA. This week I'd like to start making healthier eating choices. I also want to work out to some extent every day.

Pets: I have 2 very chubby kitties named Buddy and Gabby. They are brother and sister and I've had them since the sixth grade. They are 15 years old now and just keep going! They better keep going because they are truly like children to me!

anitaflora · April 2013

ashx3renee:
anitaflora:
Hi all! Joining again! Thanks for running this ash!

The good: Stayed within my calorie goal 2 of 3 days since starting. Tracked calories all three days. Exercised all three days. Half hour on elliptical every day and 2 mile walk two days. Made healthier eating choices. As in didn't eat the fried shrimp DH made but just ate the sweet potato salad recipe I found on skinnytaste.com.

The bad: Completely binged on my chocolate craving yesterday.

Was in the drugstore and was getting lifesavers for myself as they help me have something to suck on to curb the eating urges. I know they aren't the best choice but they're better than the alternative of snacking overboard.

Anyway thought I'd buy a little bag of Reisins for DH since he's suffering too without chocolate. And said well I'll just have one and that will curb my craving. Oh no it just made it worse. Much, much worse. Four Reisins AND a Skor bar later....

Ugggh. No bueno. That's when I decided to give up the fried shrimp for dinner. But still I was saving those calories!! And totally shouldn't have binged like that!!

The proud: Really the same as the good. Except that I'm proud of being back on MFP and kicking my own butt into gear again. I decided losing this weight is like quitting smoking for me. It may take 20 tries but dammit I am going to keep trying and one of these times it's going to stick!!

The plan: Biggest things are continuing to track calories and get on the elliptical every day.
 
Hi Anita, I'm glad you decided to join us!  Chocolate cravings are the worst, I can't even have it in the house when I'm trying to eat healthy.  Around Easter I bought a bag of Cadbury Mini Eggs since I can't get them year round, with the intention of hiding them until I reached my goals.  Well they were fine when I had them hidden in my trunk and forgot about them.  Then it warmed up so I brought them in the house... they were gone 3 days later.
Great job with the exercise and staying within your calories the rest of the days!  You can do this!  Have you set any goals for yourself as far as how much weight you want to lose?  

Thanks so much :]. Final goal is to weigh 125. I'm at 192. Long, long way to go :[. So I'm just trying to think of 5lbs at a time. And I want to think of little healthy rewards at various milestones. Like treating myself to a pedicure. But mainly it's the clothes. I MISS clothes I like!!!!!! I still have a whole bunch of clothes from my skinnier days that I love and miss so they are calling out to me :]

buckeyebride22 · April 2013

ashx3renee:
buckeyebride22:
THE GOOD: I made my workout goal last week
THE BAD: I somehow gained two pounds. I need to follow my calorie counting.
THE PROUD:
THE PLAN: Starting P90X with DH today. Anyone else interested in joining me?

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? Yes, we have a yorkie named Charlie. Most days he drives me crazy because he likes to pee in the house, but he's my first baby and I love him.
I'm sorry about the two pounds, that can be frustrating. I'd definitely focus on what your eating, as that could be the problem. "You can't out-exercise a bad diet" is what I've always been told.. even though I try.
I have P90X, but I never make it through the fool 90 days because I get bored with it. I just got TurboFire in the mail over the weekend that I'm starting today. It's from Beachbody also, and is also 90 days. So we can still support each other!
My dog Milo used to drive me nuts too. Then we got Charlie who is 100x worse than Milo ever was and makes him look like an angel. lol

Well 5 minutes in to ab ripper X I realized I'm crazy. I can't even do half. So plan change. Anyone down for 30 day shred? Ash I need help making sure I do it.

ashx3renee · April 2013

sammer818:
THE GOOD: I ran 3 miles last night and walked the dog with DH.

THE BAD: I ate a TON of those mini-meat sticks (like summer sausage-type meat) yesterday.

THE PROUD: I ran 3 miles. I don't usually work out on Sundays.

THE PLAN: Run M-Th and try to somewhat prepare for our half marathon on Saturday. EEP! Definitely not ready for that!

QOTD: I have a black lab named Lager. She's 7 years old and adorable.

Great job on the running! Ahhh for the half marathon, it's getting so close! Don't overdo it on the training this week, you don't want to wear yourself out. Good luck!

ashx3renee · April 2013

sammer818:
So, I'm reading through this and a few people have mentioned the "squat challenge." What is it?

We talked about it on Friday and a few of us decided to do it. I didn't start on Friday like everybody else and am starting tonight if you want to jump in! Here it is:

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ashx3renee · April 2013

Maupjen:
Hey everyone! I'm new to the TTAL board but am excited to take part and glad for this post. Trying to be healthy is a constant struggle for me as it is for all of us but it is so important to me. Good luck to everyone this week!
The Good: I miscarried 4 weeks ago now and had taken a 5 week workout break before that out of sheer fear. I have now officially been back in the gym for about 3 weeks and I'm feeling soooo much better. I'm still not where I was but I'm getting there!
The Bad: I have yet to get my eating back under good control. My husband and I both struggle with this so we can negative influence each other. When I went off my Metformin when pregnant I gained 10 lbs and craved sugar like no other! Now that I'm back on it the sugar cravings are better but I'm stress/comfort eating like crazy. I just want to feel better and it temporarily does that for me.
The Proud: I lost 100 lbs in the past few years with the one goal of wanting to be healthy when finally TTC and get pregnant. I am down to a much healthier weight (160 from 260!) but still have some goals to reach!
The Plan: I'm at about 160 right now. I was at 155 pre-pregnancy. I'd like to get to between 150-155 lbs in the next couple of months while I'm still TTA. This week I'd like to start making healthier eating choices. I also want to work out to some extent every day.
Pets: I have 2 very chubby kitties named Buddy and Gabby. They are brother and sister and I've had them since the sixth grade. They are 15 years old now and just keep going! They better keep going because they are truly like children to me!

Hello and welcome to the check-in. I am so sorry for your loss, but glad that you found us!

Congrats on the 100lbs!! That is incredible! I'm glad that you are using your TTA cycles to work on getting healthier again. You can do this and we are all behind you. Good luck!

ashx3renee · April 2013

anitaflora:
ashx3renee:
anitaflora:
Hi all! Joining again! Thanks for running this ash! The good: Stayed within my calorie goal 2 of 3 days since starting. Tracked calories all three days. Exercised all three days. Half hour on elliptical every day and 2 mile walk two days. Made healthier eating choices. As in didn't eat the fried shrimp DH made but just ate the sweet potato salad recipe I found on skinnytaste.com. The bad: Completely binged on my chocolate craving yesterday. Was in the drugstore and was getting lifesavers for myself as they help me have something to suck on to curb the eating urges. I know they aren't the best choice but they're better than the alternative of snacking overboard. Anyway thought I'd buy a little bag of Reisins for DH since he's suffering too without chocolate. And said well I'll just have one and that will curb my craving. Oh no it just made it worse. Much, much worse. Four Reisins AND a Skor bar later.... Ugggh. No bueno. That's when I decided to give up the fried shrimp for dinner. But still I was saving those calories!! And totally shouldn't have binged like that!! The proud: Really the same as the good. Except that I'm proud of being back on MFP and kicking my own butt into gear again. I decided losing this weight is like quitting smoking for me. It may take 20 tries but dammit I am going to keep trying and one of these times it's going to stick!! The plan: Biggest things are continuing to track calories and get on the elliptical every day.

Hi Anita, I'm glad you decided to join us! Chocolate cravings are the worst, I can't even have it in the house when I'm trying to eat healthy. Around Easter I bought a bag of Cadbury Mini Eggs since I can't get them year round, with the intention of hiding them until I reached my goals. Well they were fine when I had them hidden in my trunk and forgot about them. Then it warmed up so I brought them in the house... they were gone 3 days later.
Great job with the exercise and staying within your calories the rest of the days! You can do this! Have you set any goals for yourself as far as how much weight you want to lose?
Thanks so much :]. Final goal is to weigh 125. I'm at 192. Long, long way to go :[. So I'm just trying to think of 5lbs at a time. And I want to think of little healthy rewards at various milestones. Like treating myself to a pedicure. But mainly it's the clothes. I MISS clothes I like!!!!!! I still have a whole bunch of clothes from my skinnier days that I love and miss so they are calling out to me :]

You can do this! I'm glad that you are thinking of pampering style rewards for your milestones. That's a great idea, and so much better than treating yourself with food. I'm with you on the clothes. I'm still stuck in maternity stuff because I gained so much after my loss and I still haven't lost it all. If I don't get my butt in gear none of my summer clothes will fit!

My goal ultimate goal is 135, but with my height idk how possible that is. I was down to 145 by my wedding, then gained 25lbs between my wedding and first prenatal appt. Then after our loss I went on a comfort food binge and gained another 17, putting me at 187. I'm down to 178 as of this morning.. but I was all the way down to 171 before Easter. Both of our weight loss goals are drastic but I know we can do it!

Side note.. this is the first time ever I've came out and admitted my weight since gaining all of this. I'll tell people how much I've gained or lost.. but I've been so ashamed of how high it's gotten. I guess that's the first step to really getting serious about getting it off!

ashx3renee · April 2013

buckeyebride22:
ashx3renee:
buckeyebride22:
THE GOOD: I made my workout goal last week
THE BAD: I somehow gained two pounds. I need to follow my calorie counting.
THE PROUD:
THE PLAN: Starting P90X with DH today. Anyone else interested in joining me?

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? Yes, we have a yorkie named Charlie. Most days he drives me crazy because he likes to pee in the house, but he's my first baby and I love him.
I'm sorry about the two pounds, that can be frustrating. I'd definitely focus on what your eating, as that could be the problem. "You can't out-exercise a bad diet" is what I've always been told.. even though I try.
I have P90X, but I never make it through the fool 90 days because I get bored with it. I just got TurboFire in the mail over the weekend that I'm starting today. It's from Beachbody also, and is also 90 days. So we can still support each other!
My dog Milo used to drive me nuts too. Then we got Charlie who is 100x worse than Milo ever was and makes him look like an angel. lol
Well 5 minutes in to ab ripper X I realized I'm crazy. I can't even do half. So plan change. Anyone down for 30 day shred? Ash I need help making sure I do it.

Ab Ripper X is intense, but you'll get better at it in time. All of the workouts will be hard at first, but once you start getting into shape it will get easier. Don't give up!

Are you talking about the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred..I think I have that one too. Stick out tongue haha

ashx3renee · April 2013

SgrRay929:
THE GOOD: Well, I haven't gained any weight despite completely falling off the wagon. And I'm still cooking/bringing lunch so I don't have to go out and be tempted to eat crap food.
THE BAD: I have so much work to do this week for papers that are due that I'm pretty much just going to feel like a slob without workout out all week.
THE PROUD: Definitely have nothing here.
THE PLAN: Try to at least eat fairly healthy this week since I can't exercise. I say fairly because I already know I'm making kielbasa and pasta for dinner tonight!

Question of the Day: I have two female puggles - Rio (5.5) and Layla (2.5) They're the absolute test and they love love love to snuggle, with us or with each other (when they're not pretending they hate each other and/or humping each other)

That last part about your dogs made me Lol. Mine are the same way. One minute they're cuddling and the next they're wrestling or growling at one another.

Good luck this week. Healthy eating is the most important factor with weight loss/healthy living, so if you can focus on that while you're not working out this week you'll be fine!

ashx3renee · April 2013

Igoo0304:
ashx3renee:
Igoo0304:

Dairy free is so much harder for me than gluten free because I love cheese also. lol I have to avoid both when it comes to following a paleo diet, it's hard but not impossible!
Good luck with the C25K program. Your exercise plan sounds great!!

Thanks! I'm excited about the running. When my life was crazy 5 years ago (getting married, graduating nursing school, moving overseas, and a few other things in a 6 mo period) I used running as an escape. I'm hoping I can find that mindset again instead of just using it for exercise like I've been doing the last few years.

Ive just been researching dairy-free cheeses. Hopefully I can either find one worth eating, or find one disgusting enough to put me off the idea all together! Wink

Running has always been a stress reliever for me too! It's amazing how much better you feel after a good run. I can't wait till it warms up (and stays warm) so I can start running more again.

Good luck with the dairy free cheese. Wink Let me know if you find anything good!

SuperKim13 · April 2013

Hi everyone,

Mind if I join? I could use some accountability and motivation. My goal is to lose some weight. I am not quite sure how much since my scale at home is broken. I also want to get back into running. I plan to join MFP and start counting calories and get the workouts in.

The Good: Have been trying to make decent food choices and not giving in and ordering takeout and eating total crap.

The Bad: I am so so so weak when it comes to food... And I am really out of shape!

The Proud: I started jogging with the dog in the morning. This isn't a really great workout since I need to stop for him at least once or twice to pee and poop, but it is something! I also started the squat challenge yesterday with my SIL. I also got a 2.5 mile jog in on Saturday.

The Plan: Jog with the dog every morning. Lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Softball and kickball leagues are starting up this week, and get to the gym to round out workouts.

QOTD: Well, as I mentioned, I have a dog: a three year old collie/lab mix who I completely love and spoil. We also have a turtle. Not sure how old she is exactly, but DH has had her for 24 years now...

sammer818 · April 2013

ashx3renee:

sammer818:
So, I'm reading through this and a few people have mentioned the "squat challenge." What is it?

We talked about it on Friday and a few of us decided to do it. I didn't start on Friday like everybody else and am starting tonight if you want to jump in! Here it is:

Thanks! I defintitely can't start it this week, but maybe next week after our race. Better late than never. Look crazy hard but kind of fun!

ashx3renee · April 2013

SuperKim13:
Hi everyone,
Mind if I join? I could use some accountability and motivation. My goal is to lose some weight. I am not quite sure how much since my scale at home is broken. I also want to get back into running. I plan to join MFP and start counting calories and get the workouts in.
The Good: Have been trying to make decent food choices and not giving in and ordering takeout and eating total crap.
The Bad: I am so so so weak when it comes to food... And I am really out of shape!
The Proud: I started jogging with the dog in the morning. This isn't a really great workout since I need to stop for him at least once or twice to pee and poop, but it is something! I also started the squat challenge yesterday with my SIL. I also got a 2.5 mile jog in on Saturday.
The Plan: Jog with the dog every morning. Lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Softball and kickball leagues are starting up this week, and get to the gym to round out workouts.
QOTD: Well, as I mentioned, I have a dog: a three year old collie/lab mix who I completely love and spoil. We also have a turtle. Not sure how old she is exactly, but DH has had her for 24 years now...

Hi Superkim! Of course you can join us, we love new members! Welcome!

Takeout food is my mortal enemy and I have to fight so hard not to give into it, so I share that struggle with you. Getting into healthy eating habits can be so hard, but you can do it! There are many of us here who are following a variety of different "diets", from Paleo to gluten free to weight watchers and more. If you have any questions or want advice, any of these lovely ladies or myself would be happy to help you!

Good luck!

ashx3renee · April 2013

sammer818:
ashx3renee:

sammer818:
So, I'm reading through this and a few people have mentioned the "squat challenge." What is it?

We talked about it on Friday and a few of us decided to do it. I didn't start on Friday like everybody else and am starting tonight if you want to jump in! Here it is:

Thanks! I defintitely can't start it this week, but maybe next week after our race. Better late than never. Look crazy hard but kind of fun!

Yeah I wouldn't recommend starting it this week with that half marathon coming up! Haha Smile We added it all up and it's over 3,000 squats in one month!

Saritaota614 · April 2013

THE GOOD: today I have started fresh... so far so good.

THE BAD: terrible food week last week and weekend.

THE PROUD: I'm having trouble thinking of something.

THE PLAN: try to stay on track food wise and get back into my exercise routine.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have a shih tzu named bella. And a turtle at work names lil wee.

ashx3renee · April 2013

Saritaota614:
THE GOOD: today I have started fresh... so far so good. THE BAD: terrible food week last week and weekend. THE PROUD: I'm having trouble thinking of something. THE PLAN: try to stay on track food wise and get back into my exercise routine. Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names? I have a shih tzu named bella. And a turtle at work names lil wee.

Great job on starting fresh! Put last week/weekend behind you and move forward this week with a clean slate. You can do it!

doglover31 · April 2013

buckeyebride22:
doglover31:
THE GOOD:I worked at Saturday and Sunday...an hour both days. Normally I wouldn't work out on the weekends!

THE BAD: I still didn't eat the best....I stayed in my calorie allotment somewhat. I haven't lost anything but I haven't gained anything either.

THE PROUD: I started the squat challenge Friday and have followed it so far!

THE PLAN: Work out daily! And stick to my diet better.

 

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets?  What kind and what are their names? I have 3 dogs, a cat  (he lives outside), and some baby quails.

Puma is a beagle/chow/lab mix, Fenway is a Boxer, Achilles is a lab/pitbull/boxer mix. Rambo is our cat. And the quails DH just got to raise for their eggs so they don't have names yet! Eventually when we can tell their sex I will probably name them!
I did this last month and got a lot of compliments on the change! Well from DH and a biggest loser group that noticed lol

Nice thanks for sharing! Im really hoping it does something!

kdy85 · April 2013

Lets hear it!

New to joing this check in! Hopefully it will keep me more motivated!!

THE GOOD: I'm back under my pre preg weight! So now just trying to get my stomach back to normal ish!

THE BAD: I can avoid bad stuff unless its infront of me. I work with a guy we call sugar daddy and he's always giving me stuff! Needless to say since I've been back to work he's left me treats.

THE PROUD: The fridge has all healthy food in it probably for the first time ever!

THE PLAN: I'm starting yoga in the morning before work to calm me. The 30 day shred when I get home from work and then doing the squat challenge with DH before bed.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets?What kind and what are their names? Yes, a 15 pound cat that is DH.. his name is Samuel L Mother.. Effin Jackson.. he has to have a tuff name because he has no claws...balls..or tail.. and he's scared to death of the outside world...so we renamed him from sammy to that! But I just call him fatty..he is an emotional eater and a grazer and just lounges around his food bowl!

LiaMadi1 · April 2013

THE GOOD: oh my goodness...nothing!

THE BAD: how about...everything?

THE PROUD: see "the good"

THE PLAN: well, the weekend was ridiculous! In many ways though...it was exactly what I needed emotionally (being with my best friend and her 8 month old, crafting, being silly) but it was NOT a healthy weekend by any means! I need to give myself a reality check tonight and re-evaluate myself. I am going grocery shopping tonight, so I will start off by making healthy choices and then Tuesday-Thursday will be gym-ing it up...no excuses! My real reality check will be this Friday to see if I gained anything. Since I started WW I haven't gained anything, so I'm hoping that this isn't the week I let myself down.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names?

I have the sweetest golden retriever/collie mix named Fraggle Whois my pride and joy! I was gone for the weekend and the happiness on his face (and when he kissed mine) was the best feeling! I cannot imagine loving a child because I love my dog tttthhhiiisss much...a child will be another level!

ashx3renee · April 2013

kdy85:
Lets hear it! New to joing this check in! Hopefully it will keep me more motivated!! THE GOOD: I'm back under my pre preg weight! So now just trying to get my stomach back to normal ish! THE BAD: I can avoid bad stuff unless its infront of me. I work with a guy we call sugar daddy and he's always giving me stuff! Needless to say since I've been back to work he's left me treats. THE PROUD: The fridge has all healthy food in it probably for the first time ever! THE PLAN: I'm starting yoga in the morning before work to calm me. The 30 day shred when I get home from work and then doing the squat challenge with DH before bed. Question of the Day: Do you have any pets?What kind and what are their names? Yes, a 15 pound cat that is DH.. his name is Samuel L Mother.. Effin Jackson.. he has to have a tuff name because he has no claws...balls..or tail.. and he's scared to death of the outside world...so we renamed him from sammy to that! But I just call him fatty..he is an emotional eater and a grazer and just lounges around his food bowl!

Hi, welcome to the check-in! Great job getting back to your pre-pregnancy weight, and stocking up on healthy foods! We have a guy like your "sugar daddy" where I work also, he's always passing out Snickers and Milky Ways. I usually try to give mine to my coworker, but sometimes I give in.

Your workout plan sounds awesome!

SuperKim13 · April 2013

ashx3renee:
SuperKim13:
Hi everyone,
Mind if I join? I could use some accountability and motivation. My goal is to lose some weight. I am not quite sure how much since my scale at home is broken. I also want to get back into running. I plan to join MFP and start counting calories and get the workouts in.
The Good: Have been trying to make decent food choices and not giving in and ordering takeout and eating total crap.
The Bad: I am so so so weak when it comes to food... And I am really out of shape!
The Proud: I started jogging with the dog in the morning. This isn't a really great workout since I need to stop for him at least once or twice to pee and poop, but it is something! I also started the squat challenge yesterday with my SIL. I also got a 2.5 mile jog in on Saturday.
The Plan: Jog with the dog every morning. Lots of fresh fruits and veggies. Softball and kickball leagues are starting up this week, and get to the gym to round out workouts.
QOTD: Well, as I mentioned, I have a dog: a three year old collie/lab mix who I completely love and spoil. We also have a turtle. Not sure how old she is exactly, but DH has had her for 24 years now...
Hi Superkim! Of course you can join us, we love new members! Welcome!
Takeout food is my mortal enemy and I have to fight so hard not to give into it, so I share that struggle with you. Getting into healthy eating habits can be so hard, but you can do it! There are many of us here who are following a variety of different "diets", from Paleo to gluten free to weight watchers and more. If you have any questions or want advice, any of these lovely ladies or myself would be happy to help you!
Good luck!

Thank you! It's great to be here. My plan for tonight is swordfish kabobs on the grill with a glass of wine (if I'm not KU anymore, might as well make the best of it)!

ashx3renee · April 2013

LiaMadi1:
THE GOOD: oh my goodness...nothing!

THE BAD: how about...everything?

THE PROUD: see "the good"

THE PLAN: well, the weekend was ridiculous! In many ways though...it was exactly what I needed emotionally (being with my best friend and her 8 month old, crafting, being silly) but it was NOT a healthy weekend by any means! I need to give myself a reality check tonight and re-evaluate myself. I am going grocery shopping tonight, so I will start off by making healthy choices and then Tuesday-Thursday will be gym-ing it up...no excuses! My real reality check will be this Friday to see if I gained anything. Since I started WW I haven't gained anything, so I'm hoping that this isn't the week I let myself down.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names?
I have the sweetest golden retriever/collie mix named Fraggle Whois my pride and joy! I was gone for the weekend and the happiness on his face (and when he kissed mine) was the best feeling! I cannot imagine loving a child because I love my dog tttthhhiiisss much...a child will be another level!

We all have those weekends, don't beat yourself up over it.. just put it behind you! Going to the grocery store tonight will be a good way to get yourself back on track this week. Good luck!

samjen2010 · April 2013

Hi ladies!

THE GOOD: I did yard work and worked out this weekend.

THE BAD: I didn't eat great this weekend-we ate out 3 times which is a lot for us.

THE PROUD: I jogged 2 miles without stopping and it felt great.

THE PLAN: Keep jogging regularly and cut back on processed foods.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? I have a cat. What kind and what are their names? Calico and her name is Ella.

LiaMadi1 · April 2013

ashx3renee:
LiaMadi1:
THE GOOD: oh my goodness...nothing!

THE BAD: how about...everything?

THE PROUD: see "the good"

THE PLAN: well, the weekend was ridiculous! In many ways though...it was exactly what I needed emotionally (being with my best friend and her 8 month old, crafting, being silly) but it was NOT a healthy weekend by any means! I need to give myself a reality check tonight and re-evaluate myself. I am going grocery shopping tonight, so I will start off by making healthy choices and then Tuesday-Thursday will be gym-ing it up...no excuses! My real reality check will be this Friday to see if I gained anything. Since I started WW I haven't gained anything, so I'm hoping that this isn't the week I let myself down.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? What kind and what are their names?
I have the sweetest golden retriever/collie mix named Fraggle Whois my pride and joy! I was gone for the weekend and the happiness on his face (and when he kissed mine) was the best feeling! I cannot imagine loving a child because I love my dog tttthhhiiisss much...a child will be another level!

We all have those weekends, don't beat yourself up over it.. just put it behind you! Going to the grocery store tonight will be a good way to get yourself back on track this week. Good luck!

thanks, ash! I'm trying not to beat myself up too much because it was a great time and kind of well worth it. . Thanks for the support!

ashx3renee · April 2013

samjen2010:
Hi ladies!

THE GOOD: I did yard work and worked out this weekend.
THE BAD: I didn't eat great this weekend-we ate out 3 times which is a lot for us.
THE PROUD: I jogged 2 miles without stopping and it felt great.
THE PLAN: Keep jogging regularly and cut back on processed foods.

Question of the Day: Do you have any pets? I have a cat. What kind and what are their names? Calico and her name is Ella.

Two miles without stopping is AWESOME! Especially for just getting back into running, great job samjen!

ashx3renee · April 2013

Pink021:
The Good:I already exercised today, so one down, four to go!
The Bad: going to be a busy week so then I tend to skip exercise.
The Plan:Get my 250 minutes in by Friday.
QOTD: No pets here, but I have had a lot of different pets previously.

Great job getting your workout in today! It's so hard to workout when you've got a busy schedule, but you just gotta try to make the time! Smile

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