CHALLENGE POST -Sunday Results Chat

[Got_To_Do_It]

So how was your wek this week?

Good, Bad, Challenging, successful, motivating?

My week started well but yesterday was a bad junk food eating day...  know it is because I am emotionally not too stable right now with lots of 'life stuff' going on and I am only focused and strong when I am emotionally on track too.

[Lonelymom]

oops I always forget to add the tracker.

[Lonelymom]

I gained 2 lbs last week so I worked even harder this week and lost those two pounds. I am feeling energetic about this week. I do not like the fact that the weather is supposed to turn nasty starting tomorrow but I still have Tae-Bo tapes I can do.

I however love riding my bike the two miles everyday. I do feel great doing that. I have also gotten my inhaler refilled and take it with me on the bike rides. Makes a big difference on the rides.

I am defiantly ready for summer, the sun gives me so much more energy and makes me want to go outside and do things. I have always hibernated in the winter so this has never been a good time for me.

[dai3symae]

I had an OK week....I'm still recovering and find using crutches exhausting.  Maybe I'll have Michelle Obama arms by the time I can walk again    :)        My weight is sort of bouncing around the 158-160 range......which has been alright but now it's time to get back on track.   The clown girl challenge came at a good time for me.

PMoon.....I bet you'll look fabulous with a red pixie cut.  I've always wanted to be a redhead but haven't had the courage.

TrudieC......congrats to you and your hubby on the new jobs.

Ranaesheart.......you're in my thoughts.  Stay strong.

All....hope everyone has a great week.  looking forward to chatting on Tuesday.

[gokuangel]

Yukiko.. TY so much!! It could be i have lost LOTS of fat since i started!! My weight wasnt overweight but my fat was now even my booty has toned up LOL!!
Congrats on your 5 lbs loss and GL to you!! If you need help just post every1 here is great and will be glad to assist!!

[yukiko4711]

Hi,
I'm new and just set up my weight loss tracker. I'm really excited about it though.

I spent the last two weeks attempting to lose a little weight and managed to burn off about 5lbs! I'm really excited about that. I fell a little on my eating habits. I indulged in some junkie fast food but I'm hoping to work that off a little next week. I think part of my difficulty lately has been caused by my sudden depression which may be linked to my recent change to YAZ. I'm finding cases of people claiming that it has been the cause of their depression and mood swings. Hopefully, after I ditch that brand I can feel more pumped about getting back on track.

Gokuangel:
Maybe your body just decided to focus more on toning up? I'm sure you are losing fat, but it's just rapidly being replaced with muscle. You must look absolutely wonderful. Congratulations on getting so far with your progress.

[twehner5]

Have no fear, GALS, I will pull through this.  Earlier this week, the scale said that 2lbs was  G-O-N-E.  But, I have to post what the scale says today.  For some reason, today I am still at 149.  Look out, TuTu Boy, next week is MY WEEK...You better get your TuTu Bootie in gear!

I had a good week with 5 days at the Y (even with a nasty sinus infection).  I ate well and feel upbeat.  

No Clown Suit for this one, NO WAY!

[gokuangel]

I did NOT have a good week!! I fell off the wagon mid point also. I think i been eating too lil cals. and exercising too much its the only reason i can think i cant shed my last 2 lbs!! I got totally wore out so i took a couple days to rest but this week is a new start!! The scale has been the same for about 2 wks now so no gain and no loss!!

[Ranaesheart]

Am battling the emotional eating just like some of you and, so far, I have been successful.  Today promises to be the granddaddy battle of all as I received news this morning that Michael has been removed from the respirator and it is now just a matter of time before he transitions from this life to the next.  The urge to "pig out" is strong but I am working with the knowledge that it will serve no purpose other than to provide a fleeting comfort .. followed by remorse and guilt.  

The friendly clown-tutu competition started between Twehner and Skailark has indeed helped me win my battle throughout the week as visions of seeing Skailark in a tutu has influenced my decisions to make the healthier choices.  I also don't want to wear a clown suit .. soooo .. guess the positive motivation and fear of the consequences has truly helped me stay on track.

Lost 1.5 lbs this week .. and the weight is finally on the move again.  Hadn't realized how much I had rested on previous success and sat on the fence.  

frankic - Do have a lovely trip and enjoy your mum ...

wonko - Sooo happy to see you ... the bleacher seats are still "in the game" am most proud of you!  Give yourself the well deserved credit for all you are accomplishing and best wishes on the emotional eating.

PMoon - Absolutely LOVE your attitude!  That's the spirit!  We ALL fall off now and then .. the key is to get back on and never give up.  In time, the episodes are further and further apart and we consistently win more and more of the battles.  Am SOOO voting for red hair in a pixie cut!  Sounds wonderfully cute and oh so sassy!

TrudieC - WTG Girlie!  And, congratulations to you and your husband on landing jobs! You must feel elated!  

Keep up the great work and remember, whether your week is good or bad ... we need to communicate with each other and support each other ... that's what teamwork is all about!  YOU'RE THE BEST!!!

[TrudieC]

I've had a pretty good week - down 2.4 lbs.  We cut back in our wine (my husband was worried about looking good for interviews), I ate pretty good, my bloating and pain is reducing, my energy was up so was much more active, and on Thursday both my husband and I found out we have new jobs so my emotions are much improving.

So sorry to hear some of my friends here are having tough times.  I will keep you in my thoughts.

[PMoon]

Started off the week really well, but fell off the wagon mid-week. Yes, stress for me too. Was hoping to do better. I'm not going to get upset. I did not "gain" weight, so I'll just try harder this week.

Frankic - have fun at the cottage - sounds relaxing.

I have next Friday off and will get a facial. Flirting with the idea of dyeing my hair fiery red and getting a pixie. Had a pixie last year and everyone loved it. I think the red will get me fired up too......... I'll make the appt tomorrow - we'll see. Not sure I'm gutsy enough to go red.

[wonko]

I didn't weigh myself this week.  I've only been braving the scale every other week or so.  I am in such a tumultuous place in my life right now.  I am exercising almost every day and staying conscientious, but still falling into emotional eating pitfalls and dealing with unpredictable changes in my health.  Also lots of work and personal stuff.  So I'm still in the stadium, but I'm hanging out back in the nosebleed section...

[frankic]

Only half a pound this week but still heading in the right direction. I'm taking my Mum away for a few days (Tues to Sun) - toying with taking the scales with me but won't be able to log on here because we are going to the ends of the earth and they don't have internet access in the cottage we have rented.