Kimber's Weigh in

Well today I weighed 115.2, the same as last week. I guess that is good, better than gaining. I am having a hard time losing those last 2 ounces, but I think as long as I maintain for this week I will be able right after the holidays. I plan on enjoying my holidays, but still working out so I can enjoy the foods. I did that this last week and I maintained my weight even though I didn't watch what I ate very well. Good luck girls! We can do it this week is going to be tough but try hard to meet your goals. I set a goal for the week and I am going to strive to meet it. I will be gone Wednesday to Wednesday so I won't post until I get back because my parents scale is different than mine and i will be busy. I will post the 31st or the 1st after I return home. I hope I can maintain my weight for the next week and a half. I am very happy with the weight I am at, still want to lose those last two ounces though. I feel good though.

motivation

i am having the hardest time being motivated to workout. any suggestions??? i am about 125 lbs. this week. i am thankful that i have not really been gaining anything. but i still want to loose some weight and i know that won't happen unless i start working out again.

my excuses for not working out are because there is still a lot of moving in i can work on, i don't have time to workout because my house needs to be clean and there is too much to get done for Christmas, so i better work on that instead of taking the 30mins or so to workout.

maybe i should take a break and start up after the new year??? maybe i will make a new goal for myself that i will still try to live a healthy lifestyle by what i eat and exercise when i am in the mood until january 2nd. then i will pick up where i left off about 3 weeks ago and get back into a better workout routine.

brindy

Lisa's weigh-in

Today I weigh 128. Pretty good considering the terrible weekend I had. I ate so much all weekend long. So, there is a party at my house on Friday for some of the women in my ward. We are doing chocolate fondue and lots of dessert goodies. This is the deal I made with myself, and I want to post it so all the world knows too. If I can get to 126 by Friday, then I can have treats at the party. If not, I can only have fruits and veggies at the party. That's the deal.

Brindy, as far as getting Hyrum to bed... a routine (which I'm sure you already do) is good. My guess is that it's just a phase that you'll have to pass through. My boys seem to do that too. If you've just moved him into a big-boy bed, that is probably part of it. Ben took forever to transition. Good luck! And sorry....

Lisa

Kimber's Weigh in

Today I weighed in at 115.2. I didn't do so well this week again, but apparently I did ok yesterday and Saturday because I lost over those two days. Even yesterday morning I was 116.3, same as last week. I think the early meal (we have dinner around 3or 4) helps me on Sundays because I always seem to lose weight before Monday morning. I double checked to make sure it was right and was surprised to find it was. Alright, I have got to be better this week about working out so I can stop the diet (last week I still didn't do my full diet). I think I will try to not have any slimfast after tomorrow since I am out of it anyway. But I have got to work out like everyday so I don't gain weight. Good luck girls, this is getting harder for me, but somehow I am still losing a little bit.

Sorry!

I have been so busy!

Alright, first things first, I bought my own scale, but it added on a couple pounds. My new starting weight is 124 1/2 lbs. I have not gained or lost anything really. I also have not been exercising or eating the best. I am having a really hard time with sweets as well. I am having a hard time being motivted to exercise. I am so tired in the mornings and it is so cold outside. Hyrum has been going to bed so late and we are not sure how to help him go to bed earlier. If either of you have suggestions about what you do for your kids if they don't want to go to bed or if they keep playing until 10pm or 11pm at night, that would be great. Also, when he goes to bed at this time he is still waking up at 6:20am-7am. It is rediculous! Plus, it makes us all grumpy! Okay, I am going to end this post because Hyrum needs attention. Sorry for the depressing post.

Brindy

Lisa, thanks. It is harder this time of year. Candy was candy and I found it easier to resist or just have one piece here and there, but your right sweets this time of year are harder. I think the trick for me is to just stay busy. I distract myself a lot and if I do eat something sweet I try really hard to eat a little bit. Last night we were at David's parents and they were all having ice cream and since Saturday I ate almost a whole big blizzard I passed on the ice cream and just played with Porter and did other things. I actually find it a lot easier when I am other places because others are watching. I also just try not to have too much temptation around. I seriously don't know exactly why I keep losing I am not following my plan exactly, I think honestly it is the fact that my stomach has shrunk because I can't eat as much as I used to. You can do it!!!!!!!

Lisa's weigh-in

Today I weigh 130. So I got off the Thanksgiving weight. But I had to work hard ALL week to get it down. It kind of stinks that I lost a week, but that's what I get, I guess. I want to be down to 127 by next Monday. Hopefully I won't have to do so much to get there.
I am having a hard time resisting all the Christmas goodies. What are you guys to doing to keep away from it? It all sounds so good. I know I can keep losing, but I feel like mentally it's a lot harder than it was before Thanksgiving. So any advice would be great.
Kimber, you are awesome, way to go! I know we can all do this! Here's to a good week- cheers!

Kimber's Weigh in

Well, this morning I was again shocked as I weigh 116.3. A little over a lb to go. Once I reach 115 I will keep working out, but will stop this diet. I honestly have slacked a little in the diet but am still losing for now. I am excited though because I know I can maintain this weight if after I didn't do much last week I am losing still. I will work harder this week. I only worked out Monday and Friday last week which I was working out everyday, in hopes to reach that goal this week.

Brindy's weigh in

sorry this is so late. i am still at 123 lbs. it is hard now that christmas is on the way. also, i feel like there is so much to unpack still that i rather do that than exercise in the mornings. i did do 30 day shred monday and i went on a walk today. i also have been doing some cleaning and lifting boxes, so i guess i am getting some exercise, but could do better with the eating. thanksgiving i ate more dessert than i have been lately, but i did not really eat tons, so i feel like i did pretty good. it did not seem hard either. i think it helped that i was so busy when we went home.

Kimber's Weigh in

Alright, so I was shocked at my weight this morning. I lost a lb. I was 119 this morning. Actually yesterday I was excited because I was 118.6 and today I was actually 118.9. I don't know how I did it. On Thanksgiving I had a slimfast for breakfast and pigged out the rest of the day. The next few days I ate quite a bit and didn't work out, but I guess it might have helped that all the food was kept at my in-laws so I wasn't too exposed. I know we can do this girls. Lets reach our goals.

Lisa's new goal and weigh-in

Hi everyone. How was Thanksgiving? I ate SOOOO much! I told myself I would only eat whatever I wanted on Thanksgiving day. That, however, did not happen. I ate all weekend long! I gained 3 pounds, but I'm not too upset about it. I got to eat lots of good food and yummy treats. Now it's back to the grind. My new goal is to get down to 120lbs. in the next eight weeks. It's not going to be easy, but I know I can do it. Especially knowing that you guys are out there working hard too.

My weigh-in for today is 133...

Here we go! We all reached our goals and I know we can do it again :)

Lisa

Congratulations girls! We all met our goals! Doesn't it feel good. Way to go Brindy, you look great, and Lisa you did awesome, you inspire me and look amazing. It was fun last night. Alright, have a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoy your eating. Than it is time to get back to working hard.
I just wanted to write my new goal down: I would like to get to 115 (or less) in the next 8 weeks. I think 115 is a good weight for me though and after I get there I am going to maintain my weight and not let it get over 120. I feel like that is a good range for me. Although for the next 8 weeks I am going to work hard and see how much I can lose.
Kimber

hmmmm...

I weighed myself around 8:40am or so and I weighed myself tonight and my scale said the same thing as this morning, 124 lbs. WOW! I should feel excited, but I don't think I have done very well this week. Well, maybe I have. My running workouts have been pretty good, but I have not been doing my video everyday like I planned. I don't know. Also, I do not feel like I look the same as when I use to weigh 124ish. I guess I do not remember. I am just not feeling very motivated lately, so maybe that is why I am feeling fat. I saw Lisa tonight and you look great Lisa!

Since we are moving this week I need to have some goals to keep me exercising. I guess moving boxes around counts. I will try to walk to and from our house and the apt. (which I did a few times today) for whatever reason.

Okay, I will think of any other goals I might want to make and post them later. I do not want the power to go out again while I am on the computer.

Lisa's weigh-in

I weigh 134 this morning. I feel good about it. I think, if I work REALLY hard this week, I can get to 130 next week. I just have to stay focused.

So, for next week... let's all weigh in on Tuesday, but don't post it. Let's meet at my place Tuesday night (between 6 and 7 maybe?) and figure out who the winner is and then go out and celebrate. I don't care what we do... anything will be fun.

Let me know if this will work for everyone. Good luck this week, I know we can meet our goals!

Kimber's Weigh in

So I weighed in at 121 this morning, just one more pound to meet the goal weight for me! I feel good about all of us. We have done great. Work hard this week! I am dieting, using slimfast until next week. One thing that will be challenging this week for me is I have bunco two nights this week as I am subbing for a friend in another group so I will have to have self control with the food there this time. Last month I did well and am writing this here so I will feel even guiltier if I cave. I am going to really really stick to my diet this week, until Tuesday. It is working well.

What is the plan for next week? I guess I would prefer the evening and having a night out. I was even thinking we could go see New Moon or we could just go shopping or just to Jamba Juice or eat or something. What do you girls what to do? Just let me know.

Also how are we going to figure the winner? Are we doing percentage or just pounds lost? If we do percentage do you just divide the lbs lost by the initial weight or what?

Brindy's weigh in

I weighed in at 126 1/2 today. Not too bad I guess, however, I really want to fit in my old pants like I use to. I am having a little bit of a hard time staying focused and really working hard while I am exercising. I am 1/2 a pound off of my goal weight, but I am guessing that even if I do weigh in at 125, my pants still won't fit, so I am going to try for 120-122. Wish me luck. And good job to you girls, I am so happy that we are doing this, it is such a good thing.

Also, I am not sure if Jen is still going to participate. She has had quite a stressful few weeks. I am okay if she wants to back out at this time. I am not saying she should, but if this can be one thing that can relieve some stress right now, then I am totally okay with that. What do you guys think? What are you thinking Jen? I totally think you can still loose quite a bit a weight in 2 weeks, especially because you just had a baby. Mainly, you will need to make sure you exersice about everyday, at least 25min. (doesn't have to be all in one clump). Take Saturday and Sunday off if you want. I believe you can do it. It will make you feel better too. It is going to be hard though.

Brindy

I'm having a cheat day

I want everyone to know that today I'm having a cheat day. I'm eating whatever I want for today only. Tomorrow, it's back to the grind. I felt like if I didn't tell you, I might be tempted to get back into some bad habits.
-Lisa

Lisa's weigh-in

I weigh 137, only one pound down from last week. A little disappointing. Two weeks left, I can do this. I REALLY want to get down to 130 by Thanksgiving!

Kimber's Weigh in

I weighed 123 this morning! 8 lbs lost so far. 2-3 lbs to go to reach my goal. Two weeks left. We can all do it girls. Good luck this week girls.

Final weigh in

I think it is a great idea to do our own weigh ins then get together and go to Jamba Juice.

Lisa, so sorry. Ice a lot and try to stay off your feet. Hope it heals soon.

Brindy

Brindy I totally feel you. Since it is colder I am having a hard time exercising, becuase I keep thinking I will go out running/jogging when it warms up, but then I get busy with other stuff and don't get around to it. I decided today that I need to just do a video in the morning no matter what and then in the afternoon I can take the kids out for a jog or at least a walk so Eliana can get out and ride her bike if it is nice. That way I don't miss my exercise if we don't get around to it in the afternoon. I wish I lived closer to you guys so I could exercise with you. I thought about joining a gym but it seems like it would just be a lot of work and time to get the kids ready and go but am still considering it. Also the gym closest to me is pretty expensive. There is a new community center but it is still like 10-15 minutes away.

Lisa, I am sooooo sorry about your ankle. I hope it gets better fast. Let me know if I can help you if you need anything.

I think we should get together just for fun and to give the money to the winner. Unless people are too busy getting ready for Thanksgiving. I am available though.

Good luck girls!

Kimber

I rolled my ankle!

I went running last night and totally rolled my ankle! It hurts so bad. I've rolled ankles before, but never this bad. It's all swollen and I can't walk right. I'm mad. I don't think I'll be able to work out for a while. I'm hoping that by Friday or Saturday it'll be okay.

Okay, let's all do our own final weigh-in, but do you still want to get together?

I don't know what's up with Jen...

-lisa

Jen

Is Jen still participating? Come on Jen, you can do it! Get Melody to walk with you.

brindy

Weigh in

I agree with Kimber. Scales might vary a little. Also, my weight varies. My first weigh in was in the afternoon, so I go by my weight in the afternoon. I would have prefered to use my weight in the morning, but at the time I did not have a scale and I don't think anyone would let me come weigh myself at 7 in the morning. (I am barrowing my friends scale until we are done with the competition.)

Anyway, I weighed myself on Monday and was 128 lbs. I am having a hard time with exercising this week. I am feeling extra tired for several reasons, but am hoping to get with it tomorrow. Also, my running partner hasn't been able to run lately, so it is even harder for me to be in the exercising mood if no one is there to push me out the door.

Brindy

Reply to Final Weigh In

Sounds fine with me Lisa. The only thing is to be truly accurate I have been weighing myself at the same time of day, which for me has been first thing in the morning, before anything and have used the same scale. I know for me my weight varies during the day. We can still meet for the final weigh in though. Either day or night works for me so whatever you guys prefer. The only thing I have that day is Eliana might have dance at 4:00. I don't know if they might cancel it for Thanksgiving or not, but I can find out if necessary. Just let me know what works for everyone. Good luck everyone!
Kimber

Kimber's Weigh in

This morning I weighed the exact same as last week, so no progress.

For the final weigh-in

I know this is still 3 weeks away, but if we're going to do it, we should get it on the calander. So, I was thinking that on Tuesday, November 24 we could all meet at my place to do our final weigh-in and have a little celebration. Everyone could bring their $20 to give the winner and then we could go out and get a smoothie at Jamba Juice or something of the sort to celebrate all our hard work. What do you think? We could meet during the day with all the kids or at night and do a girls night out.



Also, I am going to try to keep losing weight, even if I reach 130 lbs. If anyone wants to keep going, I'd love the support. We can keep blogging and maybe set a new reward, like if we reach our next goal weight, we could all go jean shopping together or something.



Let me know your thoughts.



Have a good week girls, we can do this!

Lisa's weigh-in

I'm down to 138! I am so pleased with myself, it feels great! Eight pounds to go... I feel like I did really good over the weekend. I had a few pieces of candy, but that's it. On Sunday, I dumped all the candy on the table, let everyone eat it until they felt sick, then threw all the rest in the garbage. So now I don't have to worry about eating all the left-over Halloween candy, it's gone. I plan on doing the same things this week as last: slim fast in the morning, fruits and veggies for lunch, light dinner.

Yucky too

I was supposed to be good all week except maybe on Halloween, but last night I did something I regret this morning, so yes, I feel the same way as you Brindy and Lisa. Pretty much all I had for dinner last night was 2 biscuits and several cookies. Then finally at about 8:30 I had a tiny bowl of soup because I realized all I had for dinner was biscuit and cookies. I was at my in laws and that is all they were pretty much eating so I joined them. I totally feel fatter this morning. I guess I will just have to work out extra hard and long today. I am trying not to think too much about it, as you should too girls. Just make up for it. I hope you all have a good Halloween and don't gain too much weight after all we have worked so hard. But I do plan on enjoying some junk, just not too much. Well, off to work out now. Kimber

Re: Yuck!

Brindy, I totally know what you mean about wasting all your hard work. I do that too, all the time. Somehow you find a reason to make it okay. But, at least for me, I ALWAYS regret it afterwards. That's what I keep telling myself: it's not worth it b/c you'll just be mad afterwards, and possibly gain back some weight. On the other hand, I think you should be able to have a cookie- any time you want- but only one. That's the hard part though, right? Anyway, I'm totally there with you girl, I know what you mean. Start fresh in the morning! -Lisa

Yuck!

Okay, so I have exercised everyday this week, except today. Tuesday I was craving cookies and gave in to the crave. I ate sooooo many cookies, yuck! I am a little frustrated with myself because I have been, on most days for the last couple weeks, running/walking with a friend in the morning, then I will come home and do one of the workouts from 30 day shred. I feel like I have been working hard, but then I wasted all that time and energy on some stupid cookies! I guess I just need to move on and get over it. Tomorrow is a new day! Actually, today is a new day! Good luck everyone. I really hope I did not gain weight.

Brindy

Lisa's weigh-in

Sorry this is late. I weighed 141 today, 5 pounds down. I'm really surprised and super happy about it. I'm a little sick, so food hasn't sounded that good and I know that's made a difference. And I've been trying to stay busy with projects. Also, I bought some dried fruit from Trader Joe's that super tastey, low calorie and no added sugar. It's a great snack that seems more like a treat. We have a ward Halloween party on Friday. I don't plan on eating anything there. And I'm drinking 1-2 slimfasts a day. It's nice to not have to think about what I'm going to eat. I just fix it and get out of the kitchen. I'm also snacking on fresh veggies. It sounds like everyone is doing good. And it's so encouraging to keep going when I read that you guys are successful- I don't want to be left behind! So thank you! -Lisa

brindy's weigh, 3 weeks down

I weighed in at 128 today. I am kind of surprised. I am very happy with that. I feel like I worked out pretty hard, but maybe did not make the best diet choices. It was an okay week. I have lost 7 lbs so far. I can tell a little. The thing I am most excited about are the shorts I fit into now and the two pairs of pants and can fit into more comfortably. I still have some other pants in my drawer I would like to be able to wear by Thanksgiving, but we will see.

brindy

Weigh In

I weigh in at 126, I lost 1 lb. Total weight lose is 5 lbs for me so far. I still think I can do better, I hope this week isn't too hard with it being Halloween and all. I did really well yesterday at staying away from sweets, I didn't eat any candy or cookies at my in-laws when the kids decorated Halloween cookies. I also got some help with nutrition and weight management for my 4 year old daughter so I am hoping that will help my whole family stay on track and eat healthier. I know I will splurge a little this weekend with it being Halloween but I plan on working out more this week to help with that factor. Hope to hear good reports from all of you too. WE CAN DO IT GIRLS! IT IS WORTH IT! Oh one thing I am doing for me and my daughter is to try to drink a whole glass of water before I eat a meal to help me eat less. So far I think it is helping; it also helps keep us hydrated.
Kimber

For veggies: I will get pretty board with just raw vegetables, so I would also like some good recipes. However, something I like is steamed veggies. I really like steamed broccoli and cauliflower. I usually will buy the frozen bag because they are already cut up and they are just as good for you as eating fresh. They also are not too expensive. So ya, I will pour a bunch in a small saucepan, put a little water in there, cover and boil them for a minute or so, then let them simmer for 5- 10 mins. It depend on how tender or crisp you like them. After that I drain the water out and salt and pepper them a little. Occasionally, I will put butter on them and let that melt. Personally, I think steamed veggies are pretty good and simple.

Something else that is pretty good is to saute them in a tiny bit of olive oil and add garlic, salt and any other seasoning you like. Rosemary is good. I don't know how well sauteing is with the frozen veggies, but with fresh ones it will be good.

Also, I found out that cooked green beans are really yummy with a little butter and quartered almonds. I usually use canned green beans, because that is quickest.

Hope that helpped!

Brindy

I just went to a Halloween Party for the kids and I did pretty good about not having any sweets. At our potluck I had all the healthy stuff to eat and didn't get any of the sweets except a tiny tiny bit of Carmel for my apples. If the kids gave me something that they didn't want I just throw it away where I would usually just finish for them. I threw away two cupcakes without frosting that they didn't eat. I volunteered to help with the fishing game so that helped me a lot cuz I didn't go around to the games with my kids and eat the junk. Also someone tried to get me to take some cupcakes home and I didn't take them.

I don't now how to really avoid the carbs though, any suggestions? Bread is my weakness right now. Any suggestions on what is the best bread that is healthy or something that is like that. I do usually have whole wheat, but I always want like the sweet breads and will eat lots of them. I need to find good recipes for veggies cuz I don't really eat them.
Kimber

100 Calorie Snack

So I bought some Slimfast snacks called "Chocolate Nougat Gone Nuts" and they are so good. It's like a miny candybar- and only 100 calories. If you are craving chocolate, I recommend those. -lisa

Week 3

WE CAN DO THIS! LET'S MAKE THIS A GOOD WEEK. LET'S HEAR SOME GOOD SUCCESS STORIES.

Week 2 weigh in

I neither gained or lost weight. It sounds like all of us are in the same boat. However, I think this is normal to loose at first, then have a plateau, and then weight loss will come slow but steady. Time will only tell I guess.

Brindy

Jen's Weigh in

So I lost about 1 lb. this past week. Not such a good week for me. I didn't excercise at all. It has been hard to be motivated to get out in the morning when I am still waking up in the middle of the night to feed a baby.

Kimber's Weigh in

This morning I weighed in at 127. Didn't have the best week, but I guess I did alright. Hope to do better this week.

Meat

Hey,

I was also going to tell you all that the oscar meyer lunch meat slices, the ones that come in the hard plastic container are only 45 calories for 6 slices. Sometimes if I need something to snack on I have a few slices of that. Very satisfying. I think they have the best lunch meat anyway.

Brindy

Munchies

Something that helps me stay away from snackie foods is to not buy them. Just don't do it. If it is not in your house, then you can't have it. It may be sad not to have ice cream in your freezer the first few weeks, but then you get over it. You can buy your snackie food every once in awhile, but when you do, do not buy a lot, even if it is on sale. It is all about SELF CONTROL.

Make sure you have a long list of things to get done in the day. Whenever you want to snack, think of something else that needs to get done. Don't overwhelm yourself, but distract yourself by doing something else.

These are two ways I stay away from eating all the time. It has actually helped me quite a bit. I actually find myself getting hungry way too often, because I forget to eat. So, I guess be careful and make sure you are getting enough calories to loose weight and stay healthy. You do not want your body to get into survival mode.

Brindy

Lisa's weigh-in

Hi All,

I weigh 2 oz. more than I did last week. I have to let you know, I totally had a BAD week. I ate whatever I wanted 5 out of the 7 days. I'm shocked that I don't weigh more and I'm disappointed in myself. But I have a game plan. I'm going to start drinking Slimfast and eating the Slimfast snacks. My mom has been doing it for a week and has lost 6 pounds. What do you think? Has anyone ever used it? And what are you guys doing to curb your appetite? Especially for sweets? It's so HARD with all the holiday candy etc. out...

Brindy's weigh in

Alright, I just weighed myself. I am 131 lbs. Lost 4 lbs, so this is a week and 2 days.

Weigh in

I have not weighed in yet. We do not have a scale, so I have to go to Rendell and Katie's. I was not able to make it over there yesterday, but will try to make it there today. Then I will report.
Oh, and good job ladies! I am really impressed. I hope I lots weight. I feel like I did pretty well with everything. We will see. I am a little bit worried about loosing weight because I am nursing and trying to keep my calories high. I have made good choices about what I am eating though. Can't weight (ha ha) to get on the scale!
Brindy

So I am down to 174.  2 lbs. isn't too bad I guess, slow and steady wins the race right?  I did much better than usual with my eating and excercise, there is room for improvement though. I am feeling better about myself, especially when I choose to eat healthier foods and less sugary foods. Well, good luck girls in week 2!!

-Jen

that last post was mine :) Lisa

weigh-in

I weighed myself this morning and I was down to 143. Three pounds, pretty good. I was hoping for more. But I feel pretty good about it. I'm going to try to stay on track this week. I did really good last week staying away from bad food. I snacked a ton on fresh fruit. And I didn't eat late at night. I also did better when I had stuff on-hand, ready to eat, that I didn't have to preare (like fruit already cut up). I plan on letting myself have some cheat days. My scheduled dates for October are: the 23rd (Jeremy's birthday) and the 31st (Halloween). On these days I am going to let myself indulge in whatever and however many I want. So when I really want something I shouldn't have, I think about those 2 days and know I can have it then.

Here we go week 2!

Well I am weighing in this morning I weighed 129 lbs, so I lost 2 lbs. I plan on exercising harder and more this week, and continuing to eat better.
Kimber

Fruit Smoothies

So far I have been doing better than my usual self, but that darn sweet tooth of mine just won't leave me alone!! I was really craving ice cream tonight, but I instead made a fruit smoothie and it turned out very yummy, my husband even liked it too! I used frozen strawberries, peaches and blueberries, non-fat plain Greek yogurt (much higher in protein than regular yogurt), 1 packet of truvia natural sweetener, and some V8 Fusion Strawberry-Banana juice. I didn't really measure any of the ingredients, I just used enough to make about two 12 oz smoothies, yum!

-Jen

1. Kimber Strasser

2. 5'2" and 131 lbs

3. Goal: 120 lbs.

4. Why? I want to look less flabby in the stomach area. I can't lose very much weight when I am nursing and have been done for for about a month so it is time to lose the excess baby weight.

5. Struggles?: I am really bad at dieting and exercising regularly. I always crave sweets and almost always have a supply of some kind of candy, until recently because David (my husband) has gotten after me since we both want to loose weight and our daughter needs to too.
Also I eat fast food at least once a week and get fatty choices. Whenever I am running errands I just want to drive thru somewhere and get something either fatty or sweet. It is just so convenient and even if I am not too hungry I can't help it most of the time.

6. One thing I plan on doing to help achieve my goal is buy healthier foods so that way I can eat healthier at home. I don't plan on necessarily go on a full on diet but just use self control with what I eat and how much, like the other night when I wanted something sweet before bed I had peaches. I have been doing a lot better the last few months with making whole wheat pancakes for breakfast instead of sugar cereals like I used to want and eat and will continue to do so.
Also I am going to resist the temptation of stopping at fast foods while running errands and if we need to stop I will order something healthy instead of fatty or sweet.
Last but not least I plan on working out 3-4 ( if not more) times a week by either an exercise video or jogging or at least walking w/ the kiddos.

So far I have been pretty good this week w/ meeting my goals. I haven't had fast food, exercised 3 days so far and on Tuesday I even had to take dessert to someone who just had a baby so I made cookies and froze the leftovers for lunches. I only ate two of them in almost 4 days. That is an accomplishment for me. Hopefully I do well this weekend because that is another weakness for me, I always seem to pig out more on the weekends and eat unhealthier.

I was at Fred Meyer last night looking for some Halloween costume stuff. It had been a long, somewhat stressful day and I wanted a candybar SO BAD! I almost bought one, but decided not too. I knew if I did, I would cave in every time I wanted chocolate. Instead I bought some pre-cut fruit and an Odwalla juice. It was so good AND in the morning I was super glad that I chose that instead of the candybar. -Lisa

Thursday update

Alright, I have walked for about 15 min. today (I walked to our new house for the home inspection and back :)). I also did level one on the 30 day shred. I feel lighter already. You mine as well hand over the money right now!!

Brindy

Alright, I just did a ten minute from Real Age. If you have not heard of it before, check it out. It is pretty neat. www.realage.com There are free workout videos and exercise/diet plans and a lot of good info.

Brindy

1. Brindy Ruby
2. 5' 4" and 135 lbs.
3. Hmmm, this is going to be realy hard, but I am going to try for 10 lbs.
4. I want to loose weight so I feel better about myself and to fit back into my regular clothes.
5. I struggle with the fact that I pretty much have no self control when it comes to eating. I would not say I am a really unhealthy eater, but I do like my sweets. I do have to say, I have not bought ice cream for a little over a month now. Pretty good uh?! However, right now we have some leftover frosting to some cupcakes I made (only ate one and gave the rest away), and frosting on gram crackers is pretty amazing.
I am also having a hard time getting out and exercising, but I think I will buy the DVD workout video Jen and Lisa were talking about. That should help.
6. One thing I plan on doing to achieve my goals is to buy the workout video and weights and take the kids walking durning the day, most days. We use to go on evening walks as a family, we will try and get back into that.
Also, I will try to post my exercise plan for the week and let you all know if I am sticking to it.
Monday I went walk/running with a friend. Tuesday, nothing that I can remember. Today I went on a walk for 20 mins.

1. Jennifer Conklin

2. 5' 10" 176 lbs. (ouch!)

3. Goal: My long term goal is to be at about 155 lbs.(ish) but my goal by Thanksgiving would probably be at least 10 lbs.

4. Why? I feel unhealthy and I don't like how my clothes fit and I know I can do better than I am right now.

5. Struggles? If I could eat sugary foods all the time, any time I wanted to, I probably would. I love treats and desserts, and I lack the "off switch" when eating them.

6. Plans to achieve goal? I plan on exercising (walking/jogging 3-4x a week and some weight resistance). I am not really going to follow any exact "diet" I know the kinds of things I should be eating more or less of. So really it will be portion control and choosing healthier foods. My goal is to try to use food for fuel not just pleasure, but I do not plan on depriving myself!

1. Name: Lisa Larson
2. Height: 5'5" ; Weight: 146lbs.
3. Goal: 130lbs.
4. Why? I don't like the way I look or the way my clothes fit me.
5. Struggles? I have a terrible sweet tooth. I LOVE to eat junk food at night. I have problems with portion control.
6. Plans to achieve? Eat mostly raw fruits and veggies, eat less at dinner. Avoid snacking after dinner. Drink more water.

Okay girls, I did it, now it's your turn! I hope this works... I keep thinking about how I'm going to spend your money when I win ;) -Lisa