Gwen's on a mission

[jennybaby]

I may have to look up this shred thing ;)

But my DVD player is broken right now, so all I have is the one in my computer; it is not likely I could work out in the office here ;)

Honestly, you don't need the Shred. Just picking something and sticking to it works. It's the Strength training that does it. Circuit training is probably best, but either way... I know you're making positive changes to your body!! Keep on rocking it.

[jamt]

thanks ladys i am still a little in shock over my mum
jenny i am so proud of you your looking great i got to say i was thinking along the same lines as weblady an going out an buying the shred to an thats because you have been so positive about it

[fireprincess2009]

thanks ladys i am still a little in shock over my mum
jenny i am so proud of you your looking great i got to say i was thinking along the same lines as weblady an going out an buying the shred to an thats because you have been so positive about it

I've been away for awhile. I'm so sorry to hear about your mum Janet. My thoughts are with you and your family.

[fireprincess2009]

I've been up to my ears in house stuff and can't wait to move but I've been doing pretty well with the diet and exercise in the meantime.

Jenny, you look fantastic! Now I want to look into the Shred!

[jamt]

thanks denise

[jennybaby]

I've been up to my ears in house stuff and can't wait to move but I've been doing pretty well with the diet and exercise in the meantime.

Jenny, you look fantastic! Now I want to look into the Shred!

Glad to see you checking in, Denise! Good to hear you've been doing well at healthy living. When I moved, all bets were off. HAHAHA. Less funny, I gained back like 7 pounds! UGH.

Thanks. :) I really never thought I'd be bragging about the Shred, but man! Those are the best results I've seen on myself from any workout routine! That picture is about the same weight as where I left off in May, but I look at least 10 pounds lighter with all of the toning!

And Janet, my prayers are still with you. :flower: :hug:

[Nekochanpurr]

Ugh. Was planning on going to the gym today and jumping back on board but.. :( Gosh darn not feeling well! I guess i will have to push myself to go after work tomorrow.

[jennybaby]

Just wondering how you ladies are doing!

I've been doing well with everything still. Had a bit too much chocolate last night, so I maintained instead of dropping .2 or something, but that's okay! I lost 2.4 pounds this week, so I am on track for loosing 8 pounds in September. Woo. I've been doing pretty well at eating more whole foods and cutting back at the empty calories. My fridge and pantry are running low on snack food, and that scares me a bit, but I'll manage.

I finished the Shred!!!

:confetti:

Only lost about 8.5 pounds, but man. The toning and muscle! Incredible. Trying to figure out a workout routine now. I think next week I'll start at the YMCA. Maybe look into some classes. I think I might take a break today. Or maybe I'll go for a light jog after dinner. Who knows.

Tell me about your adventures, ladies! :heart:

[gwenshack]

Jenny, you are a hero to all. :boxing: I'm very proud of everything you've accomplished! I can't wait to see what you do next.

As for me, well, ho hum. I need to get myself on the ball but I just keep procrastinating. I think I'll start the shred at the beginning of October when I get back from Vegas. I'm gonna need constant nagging though. ;)

[WebLady]

WTG Jenny!

I took a break over the weekend, but got back into it on Monday. I am not really keeping track of my progress, I am just trying to stick to it as a lifestyle thing and let the changes come as they will.

[Nekochanpurr]

I swam yesterday.. Doesn't look like i will be able to go out to the gym today, however, i am going to drag my friends out on a walk with me. I guess thats better than nothing. :)

[f77g4]

Congrats Jenny!

I threw my back/neck out Sunday so the shred is on hold again. Maybe I'll start in October with Gwen.

[gwenshack]

Congrats Jenny!

I threw my back/neck out Sunday so the shred is on hold again. Maybe I'll start in October with Gwen.
I hope your back/neck heals quickly.

You wanna be my accountabili-buddy for the Shred in October? We can do it together. ;)

[f77g4]

I hope your back/neck heals quickly.

You wanna be my accountabili-buddy for the Shred in October? We can do it together. ;)

Thanks - not quite sure what I did to my neck/back but it's slowly healing and I'm gaining mobility again and made it back to work today. Muscle relaxers weren't helping so I'm thinking I pinched a nerve some how.

Sure - we can do it together. I'll be honest though, I'm a huge procrasinator and can easily put things off, especially once my course gets going and things get busy so I know upfront that I will probably miss a few days (especially Mondays/Tuesdays as assignments are due Wednesday)...lol

[gwenshack]

Thanks - not quite sure what I did to my neck/back but it's slowly healing and I'm gaining mobility again and made it back to work today. Muscle relaxers weren't helping so I'm thinking I pinched a nerve some how.

Sure - we can do it together. I'll be honest though, I'm a huge procrasinator and can easily put things off, especially once my course gets going and things get busy so I know upfront that I will probably miss a few days (especially Mondays/Tuesdays as assignments are due Wednesday)...lol
LOL that's okay - you can pretend you do it on days you don't. :rofl:

[jennybaby]

You guys can so do the Shred! Let me know when you guys decide to do it and I'll nag away! ;)

HAHAHAHA!

Feel better, Ashley!

Brandi and Stacy... keep on rocking!!

[jamt]

Ashley i hope you feel better soon

jenny you are my hero you are so committed its so good to see you getting amazing results

brandy you are doing great your sticking to it and i know like me you were not really into the whole exercise thing but i am proud of how well you are doing

i took my little nan out to lunch for her 91st birthday an still didn't eat as much as i should have maybe i just always thought i ate a lot because of the junk food but now that i'am tracking what i eat i don't seem to be hitting my calorie counts still tonight will be off the radar as i want pizza an fries an booze oh and i started the day off with a mars bar
thanks for the extra prayers jenny and i'am grateful to you girls for thinking of me

[jennybaby]

Ashley i hope you feel better soon

jenny you are my hero you are so committed its so good to see you getting amazing results

brandy you are doing great your sticking to it and i know like me you were not really into the whole exercise thing but i am proud of how well you are doing

i took my little nan out to lunch for her 91st birthday an still didn't eat as much as i should have maybe i just always thought i ate a lot because of the junk food but now that i'am tracking what i eat i don't seem to be hitting my calorie counts still tonight will be off the radar as i want pizza an fries an booze oh and i started the day off with a mars bar
thanks for the extra prayers jenny and i'am grateful to you girls for thinking of me

Thanks. :) You're too kind!

Mmmm. Pizza, fries and booze. I'm having pizza (homemade and healthy, minus the bacon LOL), but I may have to think about this booze thing! Ahaha.

If you're not getting enough calories, try high calorie 'good' foods like natural peanut butter, avocado, mango (over 100 calories per cup... high for fruit!), nuts, etc. Good luck. You'll find some balance soon. I used to have the same problem, but found ways to add in more calories. It's a good problem, because it means we have more room to add in goodies like full fat cheese!!

[WebLady]

brandy you are doing great your sticking to it and i know like me you were not really into the whole exercise thing but i am proud of how well you are doing
Thanks :) I think I am in a routine with the exercise thing now and it doesn't bother me anymore, I even kind of like it. Now the diet thing is a whole other story ;) But I am getting there :)

[jamt]

brandy that's great that your into the exercise i have been following your thread but i have been a bit of a space cadet these last couple of weeks i was writing replies only it was taking me that long to write that they failed to post that's the dongle for you good luck with the healthy eating you should be OK with that i have seen the foods you make for dinner an from what i recall they were pretty healthy

jenny i hear you on the full fat cheese
maybe i should have a little look at more of the diet info on spark people i am slowly starting to use more of their facilities

[WebLady]

brandy that's great that your into the exercise i have been following your thread but i have been a bit of a space cadet these last couple of weeks i was writing replies only it was taking me that long to write that they failed to post that's the dongle for you good luck with the healthy eating you should be OK with that i have seen the foods you make for dinner an from what i recall they were pretty healthy

jenny i hear you on the full fat cheese
maybe i should have a little look at more of the diet info on spark people i am slowly starting to use more of their facilities
OK, you will have to explain the dongle reference :bbconfused:

[f77g4]

OK, you will have to explain the dongle reference :bbconfused:

Maybe she means dial up internet which would lead to a slow connection?

[gwenshack]

Maybe she means dial up internet which would lead to a slow connection?
I'm pretty sure that's it - I remember when Mitch was waiting for her internet to get hooked up she was using the "dongle". ;)

[WebLady]

Maybe she means dial up internet which would lead to a slow connection?
Ah, ok then; I thought it might be some foreign slang term I was unaware of ;)

[jamt]

yes its my Internet thing but i sometimes lose the signal an yep Gwen its the same as what Mitch had before she got hooked up for her Internet

[jennybaby]

So I started Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism again today. I did 3 circuits, but really want to do the entire workout (7 circuits)!!! It's 40 minutes (not including warm up and cool down). My goal is to finish the entire workout. I don't know when I want to do it by, I'm just going to listen to my body. I think it won't take too long. I could have done more today. My body is just sore lately and it's intense. More intense than the Shred. I might do the other 4 circuits later today.

[jamt]

i don't want any one to fall of their seat but i did 20 mins of cardio today it was only on the wii fit but its a start

[gwenshack]

i don't want any one to fall of their seat but i did 20 mins of cardio today it was only on the wii fit but its a start
LOL - good for you. :pompom: I was able to remain seated and everything!

[jennybaby]

i don't want any one to fall of their seat but i did 20 mins of cardio today it was only on the wii fit but its a start

Woo hoo! Hey. Start where you can! I started with 10 minute videos. Now I'm working up to this crazy 40 minute one. You'll get to the perfect point for you soon! Can't wait to hear how it keeps going!

[WebLady]

So I started Banish Fat, Boost Metabolism again today. I did 3 circuits, but really want to do the entire workout (7 circuits)!!! It's 40 minutes (not including warm up and cool down). My goal is to finish the entire workout. I don't know when I want to do it by, I'm just going to listen to my body. I think it won't take too long. I could have done more today. My body is just sore lately and it's intense. More intense than the Shred. I might do the other 4 circuits later today.
Good luck; you can do it!

i don't want any one to fall of their seat but i did 20 mins of cardio today it was only on the wii fit but its a start
Good for you; everything has to start somewhere!

There was a time when I would struggle for 15-20 mins cardio. When I first started at the gym I would do 20-30 mins or so, but now I do 45 mins, plus strength training.

So just keep at it and you will see progress :)

Me; I think I am getting stronger, because I am not really sore from my workouts anymore.

[jennybaby]

Proud to say I am down 27.8 pounds since Christmas, and 20.8 since joining Spark. It's been a long road and that 2 months of backwards habits of fast food and not working out from Mid May-Mid July really kicked my butt, but hey! It's progress!

http://i51.tinypic.com/2mhinn8.jpg

[jamt]

jenny your doing great i love that your so motivated and committed to your healthy lifestyle as for the break we all have little slips in our resolve at times the thing is you got back on that horse and you are kicking butt
wish i had your motivation but right now i am just pleased that i have not put weight on but how i wish i could catch the exercise bug

[gwenshack]

:ura1: :jphappy: :pompom:

We're not worthy!

You look awesome Jenny.

[Nekochanpurr]

You are kicking some serious @$$ Jenny!

[NOTKT]

That's great Jenny! So is it a total of 48 pounds or 27? Either way you look amazing! You can definitely tell you are WAY more toned!

[WebLady]

WTG Jenny, keep it up!

I weighed myself today; I know I said I wasn't going to, but the guy at the gym asked me how much weight I had lost. At first I said I wasn't sure and didn't want to get on the scale or focus on the weight, but then after he left and I was there alone, I got on the scale ... still only looks like 10 lbs lost.

But I can see changes in my body though and I can tell I am getting stronger. Most of my clothes are big on me now and I can wear my size down jeans now! So I am going to stick to the whole muscle weighs more thing and really try not to get back on a scale again!

I am at the gym 5 days a week (sometimes 6) now; doing 45 mins cardio everyday and strength training 3-4 days. Sure, I don't salads everyday, but I don't eat that bad. So I know it will come with time.

I am ok with the shape of my body, I just don't want to be as fluffy as I am now.

Sorry, I went on there; I guess I just have to keep telling myself all that ;)

[gwenshack]

Nice job Brandi! You're motivation has been amazing. Congrats on the smaller jeans size - that's the best feeling. :)

[jennybaby]

That's great Jenny! So is it a total of 48 pounds or 27? Either way you look amazing! You can definitely tell you are WAY more toned!

I wish 48! That was confusing. Sorry. 27 total.

Thanks though. :)

[yam102284]

Jenny, you look AMAZING! You have done such a great job! I wish I had the motivation and dedication that you have!

Brandi, you're doing awesome as well! Congrats on the smaller jeans size!


Me, well, I'm not doing so good. I'm back up to my normal weight I was like 3 years ago. Ugh. I'm trying to get back into the Shred. I did my 20 min workout today when I got home. Hopefully I can stick with it, or at least do something when I get home. I think I'm going to print out a calendar page and write down my starting weight, and keep track of things on there.

[WebLady]

Thanks guys :)

[jennybaby]

You'll get there Amy! I've found that it really takes desire. I literally kick my butt to do the things I need to do. If I didn't have desire and motivation, I couldn't do it and it would be painful. I want to do, so I do. It's fairly simple. Sending some desire, motivation and dedication your way. :star::star::star::star::star::star::star:

[f77g4]

Great job Jenny and Brandi!

You both are doing amazing!!!:star:

[Nekochanpurr]

Went on the treadmill for a half hour today. It didn't seem that long though. o.o; I didn't want to push it... My shins still hurt from renfest. lol

[amisteratwisterandme]

You guys are all an inspiration. I have been wanting to start working on myself, but honestly, the heat here has been awful. Even sitting down in an air conditioned building it is still hot. Yesterday was 110 in SEPTEMBER :realmad:

It's supposed to start cooling down a bit this week, so first on my agenda is getting the dogs out and letting all of us exercise.

[gwenshack]

Good luck Amy. :) I know how hard it is to get back on the wagon. Trust me. I do. :rofl:

Jan, welcome aboard whenever you're ready! I want your heat - care to trade? It's been overcast and chilly here. *sniff* I'm going to Vegas this weekend and I did a little happy dance when I checked the weather forecast and saw it's supposed to be 100 on Sunday when I get there. :ura1:

[amisteratwisterandme]

Good luck Amy. :) I know how hard it is to get back on the wagon. Trust me. I do. :rofl:

Jan, welcome aboard whenever you're ready! I want your heat - care to trade? It's been overcast and chilly here. *sniff* I'm going to Vegas this weekend and I did a little happy dance when I checked the weather forecast and saw it's supposed to be 100 on Sunday when I get there. :ura1:

If I could send it, you could have it!!!!!!! It's not too bad at 100, but anything higher than that {UGH} You can come here anytime and take the 118's............

Of course, come December, I will be lovin the weather while most of the country is freezing, but it's been a LONG summer.

[jennybaby]

You guys and your heat! Ugh. Can't do it. After living in Florida, I don't want to go back! 90s starting in May going all the way through September and into October? No thanks. I'll take the cold. We'll see about the snow. The again, Florida is humid. I know when I spend time in California and it's 100, it's much more do-able. Dunno about Australia. ;)

Anyway, good job Stacy! And Jan, hope to see you on board soon! :) I'll send you some of our 60 degrees days if you want. I'm loving them, but I can share. ;) Today's supposed to get up to 78, maybe I can give you that.

[yam102284]

I've been doing good. Have done 4 straight days of the Shred. I told DH it feels like it's getting easier; it's easier for me to do a few of the exercises, especially the arm ones. I still HATE push-ups, even the girly ones. I just can't do 'em. I think I'll take a break tonight, my foot is kinda bothering me today. And I'll double up tomorrow. Plus, it's way too hot today, and I think it's supposed to cool down tomorrow.

Calorie-wise I've been doing good. Below 1500 Mon-Wed, but last night I strayed a bit. I made some peanut butter cookies and DH and I ate them all. I had massive cramps, and needed something sweet to eat. I'll be trying to be good this weekend, but who knows how that will go.

:crossfingers: I lose a couple pounds this week.

[gwenshack]

Good job Amy! :confetti: I hope you see scale movement. :goodluck:

[jamt]

well done Brandi its great to drop a jeans size

Gwen have fun on your break

i did the garden today i have muscle ache in places i didn't know i had muscles must have done me more good than my WI fit
diet wise i am never over my calorie allowance although i did have fish an chips from the chippy the other night yum but had not eaten all day so it was not as bad as it could have been

[WebLady]

I went shopping the other day and tried on a size down (same size as the ones I had saved at home and can now wear) in some jeans and they were too tight, but the size up was too big. I really hate clothes shopping sometimes.

[f77g4]

I went shopping the other day and tried on a size down (same size as the ones I had saved at home and can now wear) in some jeans and they were too tight, but the size up was too big. I really hate clothes shopping sometimes.

I hear you! I have that problem all the time - it's so darn frustrating!:realmad:

[jennybaby]

My goal for September was to lose 8 pounds and I did it! No more, no less. That puts me at 31 pounds lost! :)

I want to lose 9 in October, and I've also started the C25K. This first week I'm doing my own thing and just jogging/walking at my own pace (since I'm not quite starting at 'couch' level). I'll start staggering and timing for week 2.

For more on my fitness and health journey, check out my Tumblr, linked in my signature.

[f77g4]

Congrats Jenny!

[yam102284]

That's awesome Jenny! Glad you met your goal for the month! :bbbiggrin:


I've been doing good, mostly. Starting my 3rd week of the Shred, and I just started level 2 today. I actually like level 2 better than level 1. I completed 1 with being able to do most of the exercises all the way through. I'm still horrible at push-ups, but I think that's one thing I won't ever be good at.
I'm also eating between 1300 and 1500 calories a day, staying in the ranges for the other categories like fat & protein, eating lots of fruits and veggies, and PLENTY of water. I drink a ton of water during the day at work. I feel I'm doing a lot of things right.

I'm so frustrated with this whole thing though. I've been doing so good with my eating and exercise, but I feel like my body hasn't changed at all. I started on September 19th at 166.7 pounds. The next week I was down to 164.8, which I was okay with because I'd rather lose slow. This week, I lost nothing. Same exact weight as last week. Ugh. And I've been taking pictures every Sunday to see my progress, and I look at them and don't really see any. My jeans don't fit any better either. They're still kinda tight. I'm going to start walking on my lunch break for an hour; I can do a little over 2 miles in that time frame. If I don't lose anything this week, I don't know what I'm going to do...

[jennybaby]

:hug:

Amy, I'm sorry! I know how you feel! These past few weeks, I've seen some slow weight loss (barely got to 8 pounds lost and most of it was in 2 weeks!) and I'm still wearing a lot of the same jeans. I've had my eye on this pair of jeans for months trying them on week after week and they STILL don't fit. It can be so frustrating.

:realmad:

But, then I noticed... the difference is in my thighs!! I have no more cottage cheese thighs and my jeans are all REALLY loose in the thighs. Even my size 16s!! Also noticed it in my arms.

I'm sure there's a difference somewhere for you. Just keep focusing on how good it makes you feel.

[WebLady]

My goal for September was to lose 8 pounds and I did it! No more, no less. That puts me at 31 pounds lost! :)

I want to lose 9 in October, and I've also started the C25K. This first week I'm doing my own thing and just jogging/walking at my own pace (since I'm not quite starting at 'couch' level). I'll start staggering and timing for week 2.

For more on my fitness and health journey, check out my Tumblr, linked in my signature.

Way to Go Jenny!

That's awesome Jenny! Glad you met your goal for the month! :bbbiggrin:


I've been doing good, mostly. Starting my 3rd week of the Shred, and I just started level 2 today. I actually like level 2 better than level 1. I completed 1 with being able to do most of the exercises all the way through. I'm still horrible at push-ups, but I think that's one thing I won't ever be good at.
I'm also eating between 1300 and 1500 calories a day, staying in the ranges for the other categories like fat & protein, eating lots of fruits and veggies, and PLENTY of water. I drink a ton of water during the day at work. I feel I'm doing a lot of things right.

I'm so frustrated with this whole thing though. I've been doing so good with my eating and exercise, but I feel like my body hasn't changed at all. I started on September 19th at 166.7 pounds. The next week I was down to 164.8, which I was okay with because I'd rather lose slow. This week, I lost nothing. Same exact weight as last week. Ugh. And I've been taking pictures every Sunday to see my progress, and I look at them and don't really see any. My jeans don't fit any better either. They're still kinda tight. I'm going to start walking on my lunch break for an hour; I can do a little over 2 miles in that time frame. If I don't lose anything this week, I don't know what I'm going to do...
I get frustrated when I don't see the pounds come off how I would like. I have given up on the scale at this point for me. I can see changes, so I just have to keep at it. I want to make this regular exercise thing a lifestyle change anyway, so I am just trying to focus on how I feel and how my clothes fit and all.

You could start measuring yourself like every other week and weighing in every month.

Best wishes to all :)

[yam102284]

Thanks Jenny and Brandi :)

I'm just gonna keep at it and hopefully start seeing more results. I just wish I could feel it in my body. Like my arms aren't as big, or my hips. Last time doing the Shred, my body actually changed and it was much easier.

Ugh. Why did I let myself get back up to this weight? I'm going to start trying harder and working myself harder during workouts. I ate about 1300 calories today, and did level 2 of the Shred. I wasn't going to do it since I've was feeling sick all day today. But I pushed through and got it done. I had to take more breaks then normal, but I did it, and it felt good.

[jennybaby]

So, I've made a set workout schedule. It's been "Oh, I'll workout 5 days a week" since I've started, but I need something more.

Monday: 30 Minutes Circuit Training
Tuesday: C25K
Wednesday: 30 Minutes Circuit Training
Thursday: C25K
Friday: Day of rest, if needed
Saturday: C25K AND 20+ minutes ST, CT or Yoga/Pilates
Sunday: 30 Minutes Cardio


Total fitness minutes: At least 205, including warm-ups and cool downs.


So, here's to October and losing 9 pounds!! :crossfingers:

[jennybaby]

:hug:

Amy, we've all been there! Don't sweat it.

Remember with the Shred... I only lost about 8 pounds and it took me a month and a half. There were weeks I saw no weight loss. But look at all the toning and muscle I gained!

Listen to your body, workout at your own pace, and you'll be where you want to be before you know it!!

:hearts::star::hearts:

[NOTKT]

I agree, you definitely were way more toned! :)

I saw this video today and I'm totally inspired! I've only lost 5 pounds since July and I think I'm done with my break! We have a foster dog now and once she is gone, we will not be fostering for a while. That means I have to walk Max every day again. I was down 40 pounds lost for ONE DAY then I went back up. I had a battle with jelly beans and gummi worms for a few days...:boggle: I don't report my weight loss until I'm that weight for 3 days in a row. So I'm still at 37 pounds lost! I need to lose about 35 more though.


Anyway, here's the video!

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=671_1286108493

[jennybaby]

I agree, you definitely were way more toned! :)

I saw this video today and I'm totally inspired! I've only lost 5 pounds since July and I think I'm done with my break! We have a foster dog now and once she is gone, we will not be fostering for a while. That means I have to walk Max every day again. I was down 40 pounds lost for ONE DAY then I went back up. I had a battle with jelly beans and gummi worms for a few days...:boggle: I don't report my weight loss until I'm that weight for 3 days in a row. So I'm still at 37 pounds lost! I need to lose about 35 more though.


Anyway, here's the video!

http://www.liveleak.com/view?i=671_1286108493

He's the reason I'm on Tumblr! I'm following him, too!! He's so sweet.

[jennybaby]

Just thought I'd give an update here.

I am aiming to lose 9 pounds this month, but only lost .6 last week. I am glad it's a long month so I still have a shot! Weight loss has been slow for 3 weeks now. I'm not noticing too much of a difference in the way my clothes fit either. I'll be honest and admit I've had a few "I still look so fat, why am I even working so hard?" moments, but they quickly went away.

I am doing C25K. Started week 2 today. Woo hoo! It's going well. I just can't wait to be at the point where I can run constantly. There was another runner. He had been on the treadmill for over an hour and was doing a steady 5mph. I felt kind of dumb walking at 3.8, then catching up with him for 90 seconds, only to go back to my walking. But hey. We all have to start somewhere!

How are you ladies doing? I've kept up with Brandi's journal but haven't heard much from you other ladies. :heart:

[f77g4]

Good for you Jenny! And I have to say you are super strong with all those negative comments on Facebook/Tumblr...the nerve of some people.

I've postponed The Shred for now - I know I know I'm such a procrasinator. But this is what I figure - I am working full-time and studying part-time. I have 2 assignments and an exam left and then I will never need to study again so I won't to devote any energy I have to getting through this course and exam and obtaining my CGA designation. I write my exam November 30th.

So after my exam I am going to devote myself to losing some weight as I am feeling pretty down on myself as I feel like the weight is piling on.

[WebLady]

Just thought I'd give an update here.

I am aiming to lose 9 pounds this month, but only lost .6 last week. I am glad it's a long month so I still have a shot! Weight loss has been slow for 3 weeks now. I'm not noticing too much of a difference in the way my clothes fit either. I'll be honest and admit I've had a few "I still look so fat, why am I even working so hard?" moments, but they quickly went away.

I am doing C25K. Started week 2 today. Woo hoo! It's going well. I just can't wait to be at the point where I can run constantly. There was another runner. He had been on the treadmill for over an hour and was doing a steady 5mph. I felt kind of dumb walking at 3.8, then catching up with him for 90 seconds, only to go back to my walking. But hey. We all have to start somewhere!

How are you ladies doing? I've kept up with Brandi's journal but haven't heard much from you other ladies. :heart:
Sounds like you are doing well, keep it up :)

[gwenshack]

What are the negative comments? Somebody is shooting negativity at our Jenny? Who are these people and where can I find them to beat their a$$es? Okay, yeah, Gwen's a nonviolent person, but STILL - that's mean! :irked:

I am doing soooooo horrible. LOL :) I'm not even trying. But I love following along with what you guys are doing because it's the only thing that will eventually pull me out of my slump.

Jenny, you're a rock star and I'm so proud of you! :soppy:

[yam102284]

Jenny, you're a rock star and I'm so proud of you! :soppy:

:yeah_that: Jenny, you're doing awesome!


Me - I'm done with The Shred for the moment. I just didn't see anything happening to my body or weight. I'm back to doing the elliptical every day after work. Well, I'm working up to it. I'll do it for 25 min and then do ab and arm exercises from The Shred at the end of my elliptical session. I did it Sat and yesterday, and took a break today cause I wasn't feeling well all day. Hoping to get to bed early and feel better tomorrow. I'm hoping this boost of cardio from the elliptical will be what I need to lose some pounds...

[gwenshack]

Good job Amy! :ura1:

[f77g4]

What are the negative comments? Somebody is shooting negativity at our Jenny? Who are these people and where can I find them to beat their a$$es? Okay, yeah, Gwen's a nonviolent person, but STILL - that's mean! :irked:

I am doing soooooo horrible. LOL :) I'm not even trying. But I love following along with what you guys are doing because it's the only thing that will eventually pull me out of my slump.

Jenny, you're a rock star and I'm so proud of you! :soppy:

She's had 2 "trolls" say she is so full of herself for posting about her progress....it's very mean but we are all defending her!

[gwenshack]

She's had 2 "trolls" say she is so full of herself for posting about her progress....it's very mean but we are all defending her!
That's so icky. Why would somebody want to kick someone who is working so hard? :irked:

[WebLady]

She's had 2 "trolls" say she is so full of herself for posting about her progress....it's very mean but we are all defending her!
That is why I like the community here and am very selective about what I share elsewhere.

I am sorry Jenny, don't let them bother you!

[Nekochanpurr]

I went on the treadmill yesterday.. But a bunch of things went down today after work and i couldn't go to the gym. :( I am going to try for tomorrow.

[jennybaby]

Aw Gwen and Ashley. You'll find the time and dedication. Once the timing is right, you'll be losing weight like it's no one's business! Even if you have to make time.

Stacy, :hug: Sorry you had a bad day!

Ugh. The negative comments.

"i agree with the other user, you do seem self obsessed and annoying, we understand that you want to "live healthy" but why do you need to flaunt it everywhere?"

The other person called me self obsessed and annoying, obviously.

They are just random people (I have no idea who) reading my Tumblr and apparently getting annoyed. It just annoys me because the whole idea of the Tumblr is so I can brag about what I'm doing, keep myself motivated, try to inspire others and keep people like my Mom up to date. My Mom lives in California and I see her once a year. She has always wanted something like this for me, so I like posting it for her (and others to see). So, I respond (so I don't look like I'm 'too good' or 'too hurt' to respond) and then I ignore it. They're just haters with nothing better to do. I told them not to read it if it bothers them so much.

Thanks for the support ladies. :heart:

[Nekochanpurr]

:hug: Jenny, i read those. I bet they are just jealous that they don't have the discipline!

[gwenshack]

:yeah_that: Stacy's 100% right.

Jenny, for the record, I find you neither self obsessed nor annoying. :rofl: And, frankly, I don't know how anyone could.

[jennybaby]

So I haven't been able to make it to the gym since SUNDAY. That seems like forever and it is driving me crazy. But, with bronchitis, even though I FEEL better I cannot push it until my antibiotics are done. :(

BUT... I lost 2.8 pounds this week! RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF AF! I am so excited. That puts me at the 35 pounds lost mark, too! I guess watching what I eat has a bigger impact that I thought!!

[gwenshack]

:congrats2: Jenny! That's quite an accomplishment. You better be super duper proud of yourself. That takes so much work to do. :ura1:

[yam102284]

That's awesome Jenny! Congrats! :)

[jamt]

omg so happy today i was packing an found an old pair of jeans that i bought a few years ago while in Florida size 6 an they fit happy dance now to try an get down 1 more size well better get back to my packing just wanted to share

[jennybaby]

omg so happy today i was packing an found an old pair of jeans that i bought a few years ago while in Florida size 6 an they fit happy dance now to try an get down 1 more size well better get back to my packing just wanted to share

WOO HOO! That is so awesome. I would do just about anything to be wearing a size 6! You totally rock. :heart:

[jamt]

WOO HOO! That is so awesome. I would do just about anything to be wearing a size 6! You totally rock. :heart:
thanks jenny i am well chuffed that i fit into those jeans because i only flirt in an out with exercise
i think your the one that rocks you work so hard and have achieved so much and will meet your goal in no time

[gwenshack]

That's awesome Janet!! :ura1: Enjoy those jeans!

[NOTKT]

Congratulations Janet! I'm sure you look awesome! :D