Food n Fitness Thread #9837483 - Page 39

bikerchic · #**571** 02-06-2007, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by skcin

You rock!

Total of 5 pounds, right?

Yes! I just noticed on WW web site that's it's free registration for the U.S. (a savings of $20), for a limited time. If anyone's interested

skcin · #**572** 02-07-2007, 12:48 PM

OK, I attempted another "on demand" exercise routine this morning. This time I did a "Slim in 6" workout. Afterwards, there was in infomercial to buy the whole series, of course. Anyway, much better than the other ones I tried. It was a bit slower paced, more of a target-toning workout than a "OK, let's get that heartrate up to 200!!!" type thing.

I didn't fall over once! So I Tivo'd it for future use.

It was basically the moves I've been doing for a while (the ones I got out of Redbook - squats, lunges, etc.) but slower, more controlled & with cardio bursts in between. We'll see how sore I am tomorrow.

DrummerDeanna · #**573** 02-07-2007, 01:35 PM

I hadn't been to the gym in a few days as I got sick

I felt better yesterday but wanted to take it easy - but went back today. I hate skipping so many days - I missed 4...but I was sick so I didn't eat a whole lot...hopefully it'll all even out...

But now I'm back on track...I was able to do a ful 45 minute cardio workout so I'm definitely on the mend.

Still don't know how much weight I've lost, I still don't have a scale

skcin · #**574** 02-08-2007, 12:12 PM

leg....muscles....so sore....hard....to....walk.....

Guess that means it's an effective workout.

JazmenFlowers · #**575** 02-08-2007, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by skcin

leg....muscles....so sore....hard....to....walk.....

Guess that means it's an effective workout.

yep. when I did the cardio pilates my inner thighs were so sore I was wobbling. (no jokes please

) and I thought that must be because I rarely work them.

I've got "friends" at work pressuring me to do WW and I'm just not sure I want to. I mean, I know it's good and it may help me lose these last 10-15 lbs, but I just hate the thought.

DrummerDeanna · #**576** 02-08-2007, 02:54 PM

^^
Why do you hate the thought? Just curious.

It's not a bad program...but if you're not ready to track all you eat, and count points etc...then it's definitely not for you. What I like about it is it's not at all restrictive...doesn't tell you not to eat certain foods - it's all about choices and portion sizes etc..

That said, you get a bad meeting leader/members and you're doomed - I HATED the meetings...

bikerchic · #**577** 02-08-2007, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers

but I just hate the thought.

of what? I love this programme! The weight is falling off of me and I'm never hungry. I only had 15 lbs to lose, but I just couldn't do it on my own. Knowing you've paid and have to weigh in at the end of the week, is what keeps me on it! I even stay for the meetings. They're great.

JazmenFlowers · #**578** 02-08-2007, 08:38 PM

the thought of keeping up with points and all that I guess. I've done WW before and it does work, I know that, but I just don't think it's for me. I may give it another shot though.

markolas · #**579** 02-08-2007, 08:39 PM

Mmmm...pizza.

SuzeQuze · #**580** 02-09-2007, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by markolas

Mmmm...pizza.

I love pizza! I had some last nite for dinner along with red wine. Hey wait, this is the wrong thread for that!

bikerchic · #**581** 02-09-2007, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers

the thought of keeping up with points and all that I guess. I've done WW before and it does work, I know that, but I just don't think it's for me. I may give it another shot though.

I guess it all depends on how bad you want to reach goal? I want it bad.

SuzeQuze · #**582** 02-09-2007, 10:46 AM

From: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/WBL02022

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JazmenFlowers · #**583** 02-09-2007, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by bikerchic

I guess it all depends on how bad you want to reach goal? I want it bad.

maybe.

I have to say I want it bad as well. else I wouldn't be working out 5 times a week for the past 8 months, sworn off fast food and dropped 32.6 pounds.

bikerchic · #**584** 02-09-2007, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by JazmenFlowers

maybe.

I have to say I want it bad as well. else I wouldn't be working out 5 times a week for the past 8 months, sworn off fast food and dropped 32.6 pounds.

Congrates on the 32.6!! How many more do you want to lose? Are you counting calories or just cut out fast food?

JazmenFlowers · #**585** 02-09-2007, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by bikerchic

Congrates on the 32.6!! How many more do you want to lose? Are you counting calories or just cut out fast food?

I would love to lose another 20, but that may be pushing it. I want to weigh what I weighed in college, but that was during the time I was accused of being anorexic, so maybe not quite that skinny. another 15 would be just fine.

I am totally counting calories and fat grams. no fast food and I try to limit myself to one 8 oz. serving of soda a day. I don't eat after 7:30 and I try to limit my white flour/sugar intake. I alternate workouts between walk/running and aerobic tapes 5 -6 times a week. I usually take Sundays off, but more often than not it's Fridays and Sundays off with some fun workout on Saturdays.

oh, I also do strength training 2-3 times a week.

the best aerobic tape I've found that combines cardio and strength training is a DVD I got at Target that comes with a resistance cord. I wish I could find a copy of the cover to show you all. I HIGHLY recommend it.