Muscle weighs more then fat so if you are working out (walking etc) you are gaining muscle! 
That's the reason your dress is fitting better but the scales are the same~ Don't it feel soooo good!!!!!!!!
Yes it does!! The heck with those scales! 
Thanks TC!
So Anna, don't rely on the scales!
Muscle weighs more then fat so if you are working out (walking etc) you are gaining muscle!
That's the reason your dress is fitting better but the scales are the same~ Don't it feel soooo good!!!!!!!!
That is so funny that you girls are talking about this!! I was just thinking about that as I was getting dressed this morning!! I was getting ready for church and as I buttoned and zipped my denim skirt, I realized that it fit me better than it did the last time I wore it! I think it's been a few months since I wore it. It sat lower on my waist this time!!!! So am wondering if you aren't right!! Maybe I am gaining muscle and that is why the scale isn't moving! I have been working out allot, every day. I have not measured yet but will start doing that tomorrow morning. I'm gonna weigh to though. I think weighing and measuring on Mondays would be good.
Margaret, congrats on your dress fitting!!! That's gotta feel so good!! Isn't it awesome when you can see and feel a difference! So good to see some kind of payoff for all your hard work! Way to go Girl!!!
Well, I'm off to a friend's house for a fun evening. DH and the kiddos are coming with. Gonna roast marshmallows and gab while the kids are all playing together. Hope I don't eat too many Marshmallows! Those are so good!!! But I did kick my own @$$ today doing my workout!! 
Catch you later Girls!
hi girls. have i had a day... my poor baby (remember the one who fell and banged his head between his eyes?) well, today, we were outside on the deck and i saw a wasp near him, and i just knew it was going to sting him. sure enough, it landed on the back of his neck and stung him. that poor kid, just doesn't get a break.
anyhoo, it sounds like everyone is doing really well. i am kicking butt this week (better than last week, that's for sure). it's already sunday (my week ends on tuesday) and i still have 26 flex points to use until tuesday! woo hoo! i've been eating a lot of salad and doing leslie's 2 mile walk.
i made this awesome banana cake today. it's only 2 point per slice! i've made it before, but this time, since i didn't have walnuts, i put chocolate chips in. yum!!
i haven't had the desire to come to cc lately. i wonder if it's because i haven't made a cake in weeks. i will be busy again, though, starting the 23rd. it's my nephew's birthday party. then i have a birthday cake due every weekend for three weeks.
i will try to stop in more often. i hope everyone is doing well and keep rocking!!
I wasn't sure where I should put this question, in here or start a new thread. I need some ideas for new songs to put on my MP3 player. Anyone have some favorite songs that you like to work out to? I need some very upbeat songs to do the treadmill to. I just put the entire Chris Daughtry CD on there!!! Really like him! Any ideas? Thanks!
I like working out with Al Green & his greatest hits! He's so full of energy & his songs are mostly upbeat! I clean while listening to him too~
I measure myself once a month. I weigh every Monday just after I wake up really good & after I pee but before I eat or drink anything!! 
Later during the day I've weighed just to see what the difference is & it is exactly 3 lbs dressed or not dressed. I feel better weighing 3 lbs less! That's why I only weigh in the AM!
I don't know why but a lot of times, I don't get notified when there are new posts on this thread. And I forget to come check because I assume I'll be notified when something new is posted. Does that happen to anyone else??? I've missed 2+ pages of posts!
Congrats to everyone who is kicking a$$! That's awesome. I'm at a standstill but we've been eating out a lot since we're still not settled into the new place yet. But I did go grocery shopping today and bought ingredients for three different Cooking Light meals. I really like to get recipes off of their website. I used to get the magazine (which I love) but I had issues with not being able to throw the magazines away and just had piles of magazines that I never looked at. They've got so many of their recipes online that you really don't need a subscription. And each one has all of the nutritional info. you could need. So I think once I get back to cooking and we break the eating out habit, I'll be in better shape.
I did go to the gym this morning, which felt good. My DS (who is 4) is a bit clingy lately which makes it hard - my youngest son used to be really bad (he's 2 1/2) and had separation issues big time and would wail whenever I'd drop him off at the Kids Club at the gym. My oldest would always hug him, take his hand, and try to get him engaged in something so he wouldn't be upset. And now that my youngest is out of that stage and more than happy to see me leave, it's the older one who is doing it. He doesn't cry, and actually when we talk about going, are in the car on the way, and are heading into the gym, he's as happy as can be but when I sign him in and try to leave, he grabs my arm and tells me not to exercise and that he doesn't want to stay. He of course is smiling and playing when I get back so I know he has fun there but I think it's a conspiracy between the two to keep a constant stream of guilt going so that I never get too comfortable with abandoning them. =)
cupcakemom - I really, really want to try your highly disciplined method. I've been thinking about it since you first posted and I've been afraid to PM you because then I'd feel accountable and have to take the plunge LOL! But I have exercise equipment in the basement and going to the gym is a bonus because I get to work out AND I get an hour or so of time to myself to boot so there's no excuse not to get two workouts in a day. It's the eating part that will be so hard for me but it's not impossible and I do want it so badly. I keep thinking that if I had one wish from a genie, I'd wish to be totally in shape and in good health (well, that's two wishes but so be it) but I can't seem to kick my butt into gear and do what I can to achieve that myself. And I know that I'm not going to get a visit from a genie anytime soon - so if that's truly one of my biggest wishes for myself, why aren't I doing everything in my power to grant it? I have to say again that I totally admire the strength and will you've got and you should be SO proud of yourself. I'm really going to give it a shot. I have to. No one else is going to do it for me.
ARG!! Last week was starting so well, then it went all down hill....
Back on track starting yesterday. Tina--kick me hard!!!!!!
ckkerber, I know what you're saying! I've wanted it sooo bad for YEARS...so why can't I do it??? I think there is so much emotion attached to eating and that's what makes it so hard. Especially for women because we are more emotional (usually) and I think most of us who have weight issues relate food with emotion. It's a vicous cycle! We eat because we are bored or depressed and then we get depressed when we eat. At least for me.
I have actually been doing pretty good lately, I've been on my diet for 2 weeks and have lost 10 pounds. Now it's just sticking with it, in the past, whenever I'd lose a little I'd think I could treat myself and eat something that I really want. Then I couldn't get myself to get back on the diet. So this time, no treating myself. I'm gonna just keep on truckin'! Or at least try my hardest.
We can all do this, sometimes I think I should go to counseling while losing weight, I think it would help figure out why I eat what I do and when I do. But there is just no time for that!
Good luck everyone, and have a great day!!
how about as a reward, instread of treating yourself to something yummy, treat yourself to a massage, a new outfit, a movie (no snacks!) or something else you like! when i lost weigt the first time on ediets, i bought myself a coach purse when i reached my goal! that way, if anyone asked about it, i could brag that it was my reward for losing weight! it made me so proud of myself! and it will stick around for years, not like a piece of candy, or something, that's gone in an instant.
just a thought.
That is a good idea jes! I'm going to have to do that. I would LOVE to go get a massage but I'm way too embarressed of myself to have some stranger see me like that! I know it's stupid but I can't help it! But I will do something like that! Thanks!
My first reward was getting my ear's pierced with a second hole.
If you are not comfortable getting "naked" in front of a stranger, just get a neck and shoulders massage, you can keep your clothes on for those.
Good Morning all
I have one more day and my stiches come out tomorrow!!!!!!!!!!! I am so excited and cant wait. I should get the work out DVD from Netflix just in time to try out something new when I can start working out again.
Flava- try keeping a food journal, not only writing down what you ate, but what time, and how you feel. This may give you an insight to your habits and somethings that you can work on. This way you can start to look at your habits in your own time.
Carol- I had to uncheck this thread from my watch list and recheck it when that happened to me. Since then everything is fine. Glad you checked in, I usually check at least once a day just to be sure I have not missed something. I know what you mean about a lot of magazines. I hhave Shape, Fitness and now starting a collection of Diabetic cooking!
Jes- I agree on the rewards. I dont give myself food rewards any longer. I go with the massages and maybe a new shirt in a smaller size and when all of my jeans are falling off, then I reward myself with a new pair of actual fitting jeans. Now if I can just get myself going so I can get into my skinny jeans I will have a whole "new" wardrobe!!!
Tina, how are things going????????????
cupcakemom - I really, really want to try your highly disciplined method. I've been thinking about it since you first posted and I've been afraid to PM you because then I'd feel accountable and have to take the plunge LOL! But I have exercise equipment in the basement and going to the gym is a bonus because I get to work out AND I get an hour or so of time to myself to boot so there's no excuse not to get two workouts in a day. It's the eating part that will be so hard for me but it's not impossible and I do want it so badly. I keep thinking that if I had one wish from a genie, I'd wish to be totally in shape and in good health (well, that's two wishes but so be it) but I can't seem to kick my butt into gear and do what I can to achieve that myself. And I know that I'm not going to get a visit from a genie anytime soon - so if that's truly one of my biggest wishes for myself, why aren't I doing everything in my power to grant it? I have to say again that I totally admire the strength and will you've got and you should be SO proud of yourself. I'm really going to give it a shot. I have to. No one else is going to do it for me.
Thanks for the compliments. I found it easier to take it one day at a time. Too overwhelming to think about the big picture. There were many days that I even broke it down to one hour increments. Do what works for you. PM me...I'll help you.
I'm a jewelry fanatic so I get myself a new pair of earrings or a ring. Something inexpensive though, nothing from the jewelry stores! DH would kill me!
Jesse, ten pounds in two weeks!!!!!???? That is unbelievable!! You must be working really hard, way to go! I know what you mean about emotional eating and the "vicious" cycle. I am so there with you. I'm alone with the kids all the time and so get depressed and sometimes I'm even angry and resentful. It's not like my kids are horrible but I get so over due for a break and I never get one. 
Anyway, you are NOT alone. Keep up the good work though, you're doing awesome!!
I wasn't able to work out yesterday. I took the kids to the pool yesterday. I got a really bad sunburn over my back and shoulders. My bra is killing me today!!!! We were out in the sun way to long, my son got burned shoulders, DD got reddish cheeks. Wasn't using my brain yesterday, I forgot the sunblock. DUH!!!!!! So working out is out of the question right now. Raising my arms over my head and any fast movement just about brings tears to my eyes. I'm so bummed to!! I was doing so well and on a real streak working out every day. 
I have no one to blame but myself. That is what I call "stupid tax". Anything unpleasant that was self inflicted!!!! I use this phrase on DH all the time.
Speaking of DH, I looked over his shoulder when he weighed himself yesterday. It was 205 lbs.!!!!! He has gained about ten lbs. YIKES!
Anna,
Try "Keri Lotion" for the sunburns. It's what's used in the burn units in most hospitals. You can find it at Walmart or most drug stores. When I'm outside mowing, etc., I'll use it and turn dark brown without the burning.
Getting frustrated - still at 130! It was 99 degrees yesterday and I mowed part of the yard (remember - I have 10 acres). It was every bit of that today and I weed-wacked around the fences and washed my Jeep inside and out. Tomorrow it's my hair appointment and lunch with my dear friend. We usually go get a salad. Then back to mowing.
Last time (2 weeks ago) I worked outside was when I lost a pound a day for 4 days straight. Soooooo, hopefully by this time next week, I'll be in the 120's! 
Anna,
Try "Keri Lotion" for the sunburns. It's what's used in the burn units in most hospitals. You can find it at Walmart or most drug stores. When I'm outside mowing, etc., I'll use it and turn dark brown without the burning.
Getting frustrated - still at 130!
It was 99 degrees yesterday and I mowed part of the yard (remember - I have 10 acres). It was every bit of that today and I weed-wacked around the fences and washed my Jeep inside and out. Tomorrow it's my hair appointment and lunch with my dear friend. We usually go get a salad. Then back to mowing.Last time (2 weeks ago) I worked outside was when I lost a pound a day for 4 days straight. Soooooo, hopefully by this time next week, I'll be in the 120's!
Thanks for the advice. The sunburn is worse than I thought. This morning I asked DH to put some lotion on my back and it was beyond painful. I was in tears and a few minutes later I had to throw up. Last night he sprayed Solarcaine on my back and that helped to cool it down a bit. It feels tight and raw. I think I need something with Aloe Vera. I'm hoping to get somewhere today and find some Kerri and Aloe Vera.
Anna
OMG Anna, that sounds terrible! Maybe you should call a nurse line to just ask what you should do? They might tell you what you could put on there. Just a thought.
I've been working so hard, I'm praying that I can keep this up! I want soooooo badly to be healthy and look decent. I'm so tired of being embarrassed of myself!
Hope you all have a great day!
anna, hun, i am soooooo sorry you are in such pain. if it's purple, darlin, you need to go to the hospital, that's not a sunburn, it's sun poisoning. and you would need an rx to help it heal.
please do take care of yourself and don't worry about exercising for right now, concentrate on eating right and helping to make yourself feel better.
(nice, light, easy) hugs!
OH Anna I feel your pain. I am very white and when I burn I usually do it good. I have a gel that I put on with Aloe in it. If it is that painful expect it to be bad for at least a week or more, you may even peel more than once.
Yes seek medical help if you need to!
Today I get the stiches out, I can work out again YEA YEA YEA. Just in time to go on my next trip. I am off to Atlantic City on Sunday. Everyone have a great day!
Thanks Jes and Jesse!!! I have an Aunt who is a nurse. I just emailed my Mom and finally told her. I think she will forward my email to my Aunt. Hopefully she will have some advice for me to. I don't see any purple. Just lobster red.
As far as excersizing, I can't even think about that right now. It just about makes me want to cry though because I was doing so well!!!!! Feeling like quite the idiot. Why didn't I use sunscreen??? 
One of these days I am going to have to engage my brain!!!
aww crap! i forgot to weigh in this morning and just ate breakfast
how long should i wait before it would be like i just woke up so i can weigh??
karate, you are jesse too!? 
congrats about the stitches out! now go on and kick some butt!
I don't think karate is Jesse but I am!
omg, i need to learn to read!!! 
sorry!
I don't think karate is Jesse but I am!
omg, i need to learn to read!!!
sorry!
That's OK! I don't think I even said my "real" name in there anyways. 
I'm sorry. I shouldn't have used your "real" name.
okay, it's my weigh in today. 120! yay! only 5 more to go!!!
i don't feel very motivated today, it's chilly and yucky out and this has been a looooooong week.
i think it's because i am nervous about friday. i have an endoscopy on friday and i am so nervous, it's making me sick. but then again, i feel sick anyway. i have to fast after midnight tomorrow night, then nothing to eat or drink until my procedure at 1230pm. i was supposed to have a coloscopy next friday, but i freaked out and cancelled it. i don't really feel i need it anyway. i'm only 29.
anyway, sorry about the sob-story. i hope everyone is doing well. happy hump day!!
Hey everyone, the stitches are out now YEA ME
Back to the work outs tomorrow morning. I am so excited and so inspired by all of you that I cant wait.
Anna my real name is Michelle and I usually try to put that at the end of my messages, I guess I got out of the habit before you joined us. I have no problem with you using Michelle or Karate, doesn't matter to me at all.
When you are addressing me with a swift kick in the rear because I have been bad at the work outs, please feel free to call me LARD BUTT!!!!
Just kidding, kind of!!! Hope you feel better soon, I have been burned bad enough to blister. Living here in AZ I have learned to use sun screen when EVER we are out, it is just as automatic as putting on hand cream now.
Jes, wait until tomorrow morning, then weigh. That is what I do when I miss the day.
michelle, what kind of workout do you plan on doing? and how many times do you plan on working out? i hope i don't sound rude by asking, but i wanted to know what kind of butt-kicking we are talking about! lol. i am so glad that you are excited about starting up again! you rock!
i don't have a set amount of times i want to work out because i never know what the boys' schedule will look like from day to day, but i want to do leslie's 2 mile walk & tone workout each time. sometimes i add in a 10 minute kickboxing workout, but not lately, this 2 miles is rough! you are supposed to do it with some kind of waist belt with band things, but i don't have one, so i do hand weights. i started with 1 pounders and went to 2 pounds (each hand) today... woo! that was a workout and a half!
i am so pysched about the 120! that number is a beautiful thing! and i am proud of myself for working out today even though i didn't want to. whoda thought a group like this would be so motivating! thanks ladies!! i am treating myself tonight to a shopping trip to buy some new shorts! (i only have two pair and they are from last year, so they are waaaaay too big!
okay, i wrote a book again, sorry. gotta run! keep doing whatcher doin!
Jes
Never rude to ask work out questions in this thread, that is what it is all about!
Well I still cant weight lift. I have to watch the amount I lift and how for another 2 weeks. Then it is life as usual as my Dr put it.
I plan on using the treadmill, doing my Kathy Smith DVD, doing my trampoline DVD, and I just ordered on Net Flix one of the Leslie Sansone DVD's (it should arrive tomorrow) if I like it I will go buy one. I need to change my work outs because I get boared so easly. The Kathy Smith and the trampline ones are the ones that I was doing when I lost the 8 pounds. I plan on doing these to start 30 min and work my way up to 1 hour, and at least 5 days a week..working towards 6. I used to do the treadmill at 4.0 at the highest incline for 1 hour (that was when I was skinny!!!!!) I dont want to do that, it was very intense and I am not as young as I was then!
Great job on your loss and the work outs. I dont have kids so my time is mine and I have no one to blame but myself!!!!! have fun shopping, when I loose my first 10 I plan on getting a massage, have been planning on this for quite some time, I better get going and stop sounding like a broken record!!!
I will let you all know how it goes tomorrow!!!
Michelle
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