fit momma check in 9/22

CaliforniaDream87 · September 2015

How'd your week go ladies??!!

What goals did you meet that you set last week? Any set backs? Anything you want to brag about?

What's your goal for the week?

We know that weight loss is 80%what goes into your body and 20% working out. What are you putting into your body? Any favorite recipes/food tips you want to share?

Have a good week!!!

Edited because typing without sleep blows!

jesselayne8 · September 2015

You mean 20% exercise and 80% food right?

jlsweets · September 2015

My goal for this week was a 2lb lose and 4x walking. I met the exercise goal but sadly only lost 1 lb this week. Andddd I know why, I couldn't resist the apple cider donuts while we went apple picking Sunday. The rest of the day was crappy (but so good) eating. I just "had to" make pumpkin muffins and savory football apps.
However letting the day go and back on the wagon!

This weeks goal is 2lb lose and Jillian michaels 30 day shred 7 days straight. I did level 1yesterday to start and really feeling it this morning but I love it. Eating will be the same clean eating (no donuts!

And to share a recipe. These no bake energy bites are delicious! I make a batch and have them in the fridge for when I'm looking for something a little sweet. Healthy and energy boost in one
https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/no-bake-energy-bites/

Good luck the rest of the week everyone!

visualcircus · September 2015

12 days PP so my goal was be able to go up and down stairs with no issues and go for walks in the neighborhood. I'm at 5-6,000 steps a day and exceeded my original goal from last week.

My goal this week is to go walking everyday and get 6-7,000 steps a day. Light stretching 3x this week.

My MIL is visiting for 10 days, then we have 2 weeks of meal train going on. We're not eating that healthy, but working on managing portions and passing on sweets.

prpl11butterfly · September 2015

I was fairly active, about 8k steps a day, and ate well. Did not do as much as I wanted but ended up with extra running around (hey, added steps at least). I tried on all of my early pregncy jeans (from that akward stage where you don't need maternity yet but you old jeans don't button) and they all finally fit in the thighs....but wont button. So maternity jeans it was for the day. I have been cleared by doc so maybe this week will be better.

emmacake08 · September 2015

I'm still down below pre pregnancy weight so that's good. I got my 3 long walks in this week wearing little miss in the ergo. I think the walking motivation won't be an issue because it's worth the effort to get out the door to have 45 minutes to an hour of non curious George sanity. Silence is amazing and I'll gladly walk all over town to get it!
I managed to cook most of the week so that's helping too. I did get a giant burger for take out, so not my finest moment $:\$ "> If anyone likes larabars, I just made this recipe and they taste seriously like chocolate chip cookie larabars. I buy dates in bulk on Amazon and they keep in the fridge for a long time and are cheaper!

https://ohsheglows.com/2013/01/16/homemade-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-larabars/

jesselayne8 · September 2015

My goals were to break through my weight plateau and get 10K steps per day. I lost 0.5lbs and only made 10K steps one day. Most days I am getting 8K steps. I still can't do anything more strenuous than walking because I am waiting for my incision to close up.

Next weeks goal. Button my fattest fat jeans and lose 2lb.

cseley321 · September 2015

I set a goal of 4 pounds but only lost 2. I did pretty good all week until I got to Sunday. I ended up buying donuts and cookies do that didn't help at all. My new goal is 3 lbs for the week and to make it through without buying junk food.

I'm still not clear to work out but I did try some crunches. I only did them 2 days last week. I'm going to push for doing them every day this week. Also I'm planning to go walking on Saturday since it will be cool enough to go out.

CarelessDiva89 · September 2015

My goal last week was to lose 2-3 lbs, to walk more & to cut out soda til today's check in.
Which actually went amazing. I wasn't able to walk as much but I did lift weights every other day. I'm so happy to brag that I made some drastic changes in my eating & dropped 6lbs!! I couldn't believe it. It also made me realize how much unhealthy crap I was putting in my body.

My goal this week is to continue to not drink soda, to lift my weights every other day, continue my eating changes & to lose 2- 3lbs.

I'm still looking for some healthier snack options that are low on calories, sodium & carbs if anyone has some that would be great!

Attached is a picture of what I basically eat every night for dinner. I found a way for me to eat enough & still keep it on the healthier side. I also stared using a yogurt dressing for my salads which was actually pretty tasty. Overall I'm happy about this past week & feel like knowing I had to check in with you ladies gave me an extra boost of motivation!

emmacake08 · September 2015

Good for you @CarelessDiva89 ! Diet changes are hard but so worth it. I also struggle with giving up soda

( Glad you kicked it!

hjphillips · September 2015

My week was... Interesting. I only had one regular soda all week, and I did mostly drink water, so that's good. I was doing so well not eating sweets, too, but DH just had to being cookies home the other day. Oh well, it's not a huge deal.

It rained all week, so I didn't get much walking in, but I do comfortably fit in a bigger pair of my pre-pregnancy jeans now, so that's good. Still looking to at least get back to a size 6

Goals: I'm going to continue to focus on cleaning up my diet, and if it'll ever stop raining I'll get this little one out for a walk. Maybe we'll have to go to the mall this week and walk around. I feel more comfortable taking LO in public now that I've got my Moby wrap figured out.

cseley321 · September 2015

Giving up sodas was tough. They made me give them up during pregnancy. I haven't really been craving them anymore now that I've gone almost a year without one. Just stick to it for a few months and the cravings start going away.

CarelessDiva89 · September 2015

emmacake08 said:
Good for you @CarelessDiva89 ! Diet changes are hard but so worth it. I also struggle with giving up soda ( Glad you kicked it!

Thank you!! It was so hard & I really thought I couldn't do it but 4 years of extra pounds & the 25lbs from LO finally made me realize I've been making so many excuses as to why I'm not losing weight. I finally hit that aha moment where I knew this was my time to lose the weight & get back to where I was 4 years ago. I split how much weight I need to lose all together in 3 goals. 1st goal lose the 25lbs from LO, after I accomplish that my 2nd goal is to lose another 25 lbs, 3rd & final goal to lose 20lbs. This way it's not so overwhelming to say my goal is to lose 70lbs. Here's to hoping we can both cut the soda habit long term!

BabyBean815 · September 2015

The past week was mostly good! I set a goal to walk 2.5 miles a day and start planking. I walked 5 out of 7 days and am feeling great about 30 second planks. I'm really happy, though, that I ran a mile last night. It felt great!

This week I'm going to keep up with my walks and planks and add in mile runs schedule permitting. I also plan to find a turkey trot to sign up for so I have a goal to be 5k ready by Thanksgiving. And I signed up for a half marathon in April so that I have a long term goal as well.

Mentally, though, I want to cut out the excuses I make that keep me on the couch when I could be up and moving. Time to get motivated!

ann_jeremiah · September 2015

I did the insanity for test yesterday... Ah!!

sushilove15 · September 2015

I started weight watchers yesterday and it felt great to be keeping track of my points. I hadn't done it since nearly a year ago! Once ella wakes up we are going on a long walk. I like @BabyBean815 s idea of doing planks! I'll be doing that too! I hope to lose 2 or 3 pounds this week.

gulimz · September 2015

I haven't had any sugar in my coffee! Goal met. And I only gave in to my crazy donut cravings just 2xs which is a huge accomplishment for me right now. I've cooked more this week too. I'm not sure if people would want recipes from me? I like a lot of spicy/hot dishes and mainly cook indian/Thai/west African/ chinese
But occasionally, I do fry a good chicken and make a pot roast.

kettlekitten · September 2015

I was doing quite well with healthy eating in the first half of the week, but then was so exhausted I turned to my old friend chocolate for support. Still, half a healthy eating week is better than none, I guess! Six week check next week so if all is good I will see if I can manage any exercise. Setting my sights low

I don't know how you girls do these intense exercise sessions with LO/s to care for. I'm so tired just keeping everyone alive I don't have much energy left over for anything else. Well done to PPs for your efforts and achievements though!

sushilove15 · September 2015

@gulimz I would love some spicy recipes!

SashaDenn25 · September 2015

@CarelessDiva89 congrats!! Sounds like you had an awesome week!

So I did my diastasis recti workouts last week and am happy to say that the gap in my abs is now completely healed. I went for no walks last week like I wanted though, but wasnt concerned since we were eating well and I did do 5 workouts to heal these pesky abs.

Anyways, we didnt meal prep for the week like we normally do which means I ate decent but not strict and extremely clean. Goal this week, meal prep and start couch to 5k to just start my cardio. Going to do some light bootcamp style workouts, but im cleared to work so next week will start Jamie Easons PP 12 week program.

bpwife&mama · September 2015

I have watched my calories and made all the right choices food wise. I've exercised daily (including jogging) and I've stayed between 11,000-12,000 steps daily. Sucky part is that I've lost nothing. Pretty sure I've plateaued from my initial weight loss and/or my period is starting. Either way, I'm very frustrated

taylorharber1108 · September 2015

I did fairly well last week until Saturday night when I had two huge cupcakes!! I did manage to lose a pound though so I am happy with the tiny bit of progress I made.

I have been cleared to work out so I will be starting Insanity today, wish me luck! I still plan to walk at least 5 times a week and eat healthy.

I hope to lose two pounds this week!

Oh and I tried on one pair of my pre pregnancy jeans and they fit, they just didn't button!

SassetteSmurfling · September 2015

My goal from last week was just to have the scale move down instead of up... Success! Lost 2lb

We only ate take out one night, I've cooked the rest of the nights which has been good. Went food shopping yesterday and have a basic meal plan for this week. I really want to focus on portion control this week!

And I started at my new gym that I love! Seriously guys, if you have an Orange Theory Fitness near you, go! It's a little on the expensive side, but so worth it. Most locations offer a free trial class. They have power, strength, and endurance workouts. I went twice this week and burned over 700 calories each workout! I'm going at least twice this week

Goal - lose another 2lb.

Robin910 · September 2015

I didn't do very well with cutting back on sweets or Starbucks but I did start exercising again after I got the all clear from my doc on Friday. I've walked/jogged at least 2 miles every day since I got cleared (3 days) and did some core exercises. I lost 1 lb but I'm feeling pretty motivated so I think this week will be better.

My goals for this week are to work harder on cutting back on the Starbucks and sweets and to workout 5x a week. I hope to lose 2lbs.

SashaDenn25 · September 2015

bpwife&mama said:
I have watched my calories and made all the right choices food wise. I've exercised daily (including jogging) and I've stayed between 11,000-12,000 steps daily. Sucky part is that I've lost nothing. Pretty sure I've plateaued from my initial weight loss and/or my period is starting. Either way, I'm very frustrated

Have you thought about changing up your exercise routine?? When are you eating meals and how often??

candicejeff2013 · September 2015

Progress: -2lbs (weight 156 ; pre-pregnancy was 138)

How: Still haven't changed much except diet. I'm getting better though. Drinking daily greens drinks, nuts, oats n honey and then when H gets home eating a real meal.

GOALS: -2 more lbs, continue eating better for DDs sake, walk daily. 10,000 steps

EmEeGee · September 2015

I did better with sweets this week. Gave in a few times but not nearly as bad as I've been. H and I also went shopping and stocked up on healthy, low carb foods. I'm eating a lot of oatmeal/granola to try and help my supply so I won't be grain free for awhile as I had previously planned. We also cooked for all meals but one, I think.

My goal was 3 good workouts. I got 3 walks in but I'd only count 1 as a real workout. Also got cleared yesterday (I actually forgot to ask and she just said I looked great - so I'm counting that as cleared) to resume exercise so plan to step it up.

Goal - to allow myself to feel full while making healthy choices. I end up hungry a lot because I don't put the time into seeking out good choices. Counterproductive. Get in 3 good walks and two workout videos.

*Does anyone have walking shoes that they love? I could use a new pair. Also, I don't run - asthma has made my lungs garbage.

gulimz · September 2015

mwt8673 said:
@gulimz I would love some spicy recipes!

What kind of cuisine would you be interested in? We eat mainly chicken in my house so I have made many many chicken dishes.

SashaDenn25 · September 2015

gulimz said:

mwt8673 said:
@gulimz I would love some spicy recipes!
What kind of cuisine would you be interested in? We eat mainly chicken in my house so I have made many many chicken dishes.

Im watching this for H. He loves spicy food and we eat the crap out of chicken!!

CaliforniaDream87 · September 2015

jesselayne8 said:
You mean 20% exercise and 80% food right?

Haha! Thanks for correcting me. Was trying to get this posted at 4am here in California and then I went right back to bed

CaliforniaDream87 · September 2015

I had a great week here! Did 13 miles for my 2 cardio days and 3 days weight training. I'm so happy with my results so far. I feel like my stomach is much better looking (less flab) already then how it was with DS. Also, it helps that my diet is clean. My motto is I only eat what is grown from the ground during the week and the leanest protein I can find. On the weekend, I'm a little more lenient but not much.

Goals are the same for this week. 5 day workouts and no cheat meals. I have a goal to hit by 10/2.

Here's a progress picture. Not where I want to be but....progress. Keeping myself accountable by taking pics every month.

CarelessDiva89 · September 2015

SashaDenn25 said:

gulimz said:

mwt8673 said:
@gulimz I would love some spicy recipes!
What kind of cuisine would you be interested in? We eat mainly chicken in my house so I have made many many chicken dishes.
Im watching this for H. He loves spicy food and we eat the crap out of chicken!!

US too! Following as well

sushilove15 · September 2015

SashaDenn25 said:

gulimz said:

mwt8673 said:
@gulimz I would love some spicy recipes!
What kind of cuisine would you be interested in? We eat mainly chicken in my house so I have made many many chicken dishes.
Im watching this for H. He loves spicy food and we eat the crap out of chicken!!

Chicken is great! We eat lots of chicken here. Thai sounds wonderful, so does Indian. I've never tried African but would be open to that too! How about sharing some of your personal favorites? I'm excited!

raelynch87 · September 2015

I lost about 6 lbs and then my supply tanked so I started eating lots of milk boosting foods and healthy fats. I ended up gaining 2lbs back. It was a bummer but my supply increased. I walked everyday and I almost made it to the top of the mountain. My goal this week is to make it to the top 2x. I'm hoping to be cleared for exercise tomorrow at my pp appt.

One of my favorite smoothie recipes-
Half a cup of almond milk
Half a banana
1 date
Kale
2 tablespoons ground flax
1 tablespoon almond butter
Lots of ice
Spirulina (optional)

BecNJake · September 2015

I don't go by the scale, but it has been a week of good progress in the mirror! I am 4 weeks pp and my stomach keeps looking better. My clothes are fitting better too which is really encouraging. I still have quite a ways to go to pre pregnancy weight (I let myself go during pregnancy- rookie mistake).

My goal for this next week is to walk an hour each day. I started that yesterday and it has been great to get out of the house and get moving!

Thinking about recipes is a bit overwhelming. I am not making dinner or thinking about cooking yet. LO keeps me busy all day long.. I am seriously impressed with all of you who have your lives pulled together enough to plan meals!

I'm just trying to snack smart at this point and not let DH exclusively make Mac & Cheese for dinner

ann_jeremiah · September 2015

SashaDenn25 said:
@CarelessDiva89 congrats!! Sounds like you had an awesome week!

So I did my diastasis recti workouts last week and am happy to say that the gap in my abs is now completely healed. I went for no walks last week like I wanted though, but wasnt concerned since we were eating well and I did do 5 workouts to heal these pesky abs.

Anyways, we didnt meal prep for the week like we normally do which means I ate decent but not strict and extremely clean. Goal this week, meal prep and start couch to 5k to just start my cardio. Going to do some light bootcamp style workouts, but im cleared to work so next week will start Jamie Easons PP 12 week program.

What diastasis recti work outs are you doing? I need help!!

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