TenInSix: Final Check-in!

11/16/09

Final Check-in!

It's the end of our 6 week challenge- how did everyone do? Both this
week and all around? I hope you are happy with your outcome :) Love
you all and have a wonderful day feeling invincibly proud of
yourselves!!!!!

14 comments:

SarahNovember 16, 2009 at 6:36 AM
This week I lost .4 lb and that puts me at 5.9 lost for this 6 week challenge. For measurements for just this last 3 weeks, I am down 1" in the waist, down 1" in the bust, down .5" on the neck, .25" off hips, and .5" off bum. I happy withy progress! Anything in the right direction is awesome! I only have 11.9 lbs left to lose and I've hit my final goal and will have lost 50 lbs total this year! I really want to hit it before Dec 31st :) thanks for all the support. You ladies are awesome!!!!!
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AmyNovember 16, 2009 at 7:23 AM
Well, I had a small gain of .4 ounces. I'm glad it wasn't like last week! Overall, I lost 3 pounds through this challenge. I still didn't measure my other measurements, so next challenge I want to do that.
I have been dealing with a ton of stress and some seasonal depression trying to get to me, so I didn't do as well as I would have liked, but I'm happy that I lost something! Any step in the right direction is a step forward!
Sarah, you are amazing! I wish you were closer to be my personal trainer or something! But I love that you are doing this blog, and I look forward to participating in the next 6 weeks.
I need to share one thing I struggle with that I'm SURE no one else does...ha.... Whenever I start exercising, I feel totally famished and starving all the time! The first 2 weeks went well for me with this challenge, then I started getting those nagging hungry feelings all day long. How do I get rid of those? I was trying to eat right, so I'm not sure why I'm so hungry all the time. Anyway, does anyone else get that way? I just wish I didn't like to eat all the time! you ladies are great!
Well, good luck and we'll see you all in a few weeks!
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Jeanie and Vaughn BighamNovember 16, 2009 at 7:30 AM
Sorry Girls I havent been around much. Been busy with my job and baby and barely make it on to post on facebook. I lost 9lbs! Very happy with that. I had a while there where I gained a pound then lost it then maintained it so I got behind. I didnt loose anything on my neck but on my waist I lost 1.5 inches and the same with my hips! So that is cool. Congrats everyone!
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NIckiNovember 16, 2009 at 7:48 AM
Hey ladies! Happy to report I lost 3 pounds this week! Funeral, staying up late nights with not much food etc. is what did it to me I think. I had gained 2 pounds the week before so in total I lost 6 pounds for this challenge. That's what I lost last challenge so I'm thinking that's just how my body does it. :) I'm very happy with that and am looking forward to the start of the next challenge. Good job everyone, this blog has made ALL the difference for me!!!! Thank you Sarah and each of you as well!! See you (on here) when we start up again!
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SarahNovember 16, 2009 at 7:52 AM
Jeanie- holy cow- 9 lbs- you rockstar you!!!! That's awesome! Amy F., you're making strides in the right direction, so don't be too hard on yourself. It takes a while to build habits back up and jumpstart your system and mind into thinking a particular way. When you had reached your goal weight a year or two ago and worked so hard to get there, just think how long that took and how habits take a while to ingrain into our systems. You're in the start up stages of weight loss again, so it's going to be very rocky. Hang in there and be proud of yourself that you're on the path to hitting your goals and be confident that you know what it takes via experience to hit your goals- and know you will hit them. As far as appetite after workouts, check out these two articles- they might help. http://www.tinajuanfitness.info/articles/082205.htm http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1914857,00.html
Do you think it's psychological (I deserve this) or physical (ravenous hunger)? If it's the latter, try what Kristin found works well for her, eating half an Odwalla bar (or any other energy bar) before working out and again after working out. Hang in there! You did a great job, Amy!
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SarahNovember 16, 2009 at 7:53 AM
Great job, Nicki! Wow! I am so impressed, everyone :)
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MeghanNovember 16, 2009 at 10:24 AM
I lost another inch in my waist and 1/2 inch in my hips since the last measurements! Yea! I lost one pound this week, which puts me at 2 lbs. lost during this challenge. I'm excited to do better in the next challenge. THANK YOU SO MUCH SARAH FOR DOING ANOTHER ONE!!!
I think I'm in a muscle gaining mode right now and that's why my weight loss is low. My measurements keep dropping and that's what I'll focus on. :)
Great job everyone else! See you all very soon!
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SarahNovember 16, 2009 at 11:32 AM
Nice job, Meghan! Way to whittle away at your waist and hips!!!!
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Amy CNovember 16, 2009 at 2:10 PM
I'm down 4 pounds total for the 6 weeks. I have lost a total of 4.75 inches overall. 1.25 on my waist. 1" in the boobs. .75 in the thigh and calf. Plus a couple other spots I measured. I think I'll add my neck next time.

I feel like I've had great success this challenge. Maybe I only lost 4# but I am eating healthier, and exercising with more consistency!

I'm going to go for a run today and run the route I was did back in July when I first decided to start to run. I know I've made progress, but using that route will really show me how much!

Thank you Sarah, for the time and effort you put into this blog. It's amazing how you have impacted all of our lives.

I can't wait until next Monday to get started again!!

Have a wonderful week everyone!! Great job!

amy
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SarahNovember 17, 2009 at 7:24 AM
Good job, Amy C! It was awesome seeing you out running yesterday :) Looking great!

Meghan- I forgot to say earlier- tell Bela that Frank ran 4 miles this weekend :) Hahaha

Spread the word about the next challenge that starts 11/23- I'm posting the intro/explanation again! Also, if you don't wish to continue with the group, I won't be offended. Just let me know. The last thing I want to do is to annoy you w/ emails & posts if you don't want them.
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Sarah FNovember 17, 2009 at 9:21 AM
I didn't get to post yesterday. I gained 1 lb. I am hoping that means I am building muscle! I certainly feel a little stronger each workout than the previous run/bike ride/set of push-ups.

I lost another 0.25" from my hips! I don't miss having to pull my jeans out of the dryer while they are still damp in order to avoid negative thoughts about myself. Did you ever have funny thoughts like, if my leg was skinnier it wouldn't take as long to shave my legs? Well, now that my butt is a little smaller, I don't have to fuss with the laundry as much!

Thanks for a great six weeks, everyone, especially Sarah for the great discussion-starters and maintaining the blog. Several of you had big losses and all of you had measurable, meaningful progress! Thanks for all of your encouragement. I'm not going to officially participate in the next challenge, but I'll be aiming for healthy eating, exercising, and faithfully continuing the push-ups/sit-ups program. Good luck to you all, I will be thinking of you.
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Dennis & Tara LarsonNovember 17, 2009 at 10:36 AM
Down 7 for this challenge. For the next challenge, I will be focusing on measurements more than weight, since I didn't measure for this challenge. It will be fun to see the difference. It will be challenging with it being over the Holidays and my vacay to Cancun. Guess I will just have to behave, which will be good for me.

Good job ladies, keep pushing towards those goals!!!!
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Sarah FNovember 17, 2009 at 2:18 PM
For those of you in WI, used cross-country skiing equipment sale this Saturday. See madnorski.org for details. The club also has FREE LESSONS, which are a lot of fun.
We tried skate skiing for the first time in December. We rented equipment for the weekend from REI, showed up to the MadNorSki beginner lesson, and had a great time. We ended up skiing over six hours in two days and later picked up equipment through craigslist. It is an intense and fun cardio workout, plus we needed something to do outside in the winter.
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KimNovember 18, 2009 at 1:01 AM
Hi ladies! I just wanted to say congrats to all of you! I am so amazed at how well everyone has done and I can't wait to start the next challenge. I was not able to weigh in this time or do measurements because of course it had to be that time of month. I am hoping to see some results in the next challenge. I know it is going to be hard but WE CAN DO IT!
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Amy C

I'm Amy. I'm in my mid 30s and married with pets. I work 5 nights every 2 weeks as a critical care nurse, and I my own business with Arbonne. I will be completing my first Triathlon during this challenge, and I'm really excited about it! My goal for this challenge is to figure out why with all of my training, I'm still struggling to lose the pounds. At the end of the challenge, I will be treating myself to 1 new song from itunes for each pound lost, and a new charm for my pandora bracelet when I hit 10 pounds.

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Amy F

I'm an almost 34 year old mother of 3 adorable and high energy boys, and wife of almost 10 years! I live in NWI, I'm a stay at home mom, part home business owner, cub scout den leader, and youth girls camp director! My life is busy! I've hit the wall, so to say, with my weight, and I need to make some changes! My favorite workout is Zumba, but I also love step aerobics and I want to play tennis and rollerblade when it gets warmer outside. My favorite healthy snack is Wheat Thins Fiber Selects with Laughing Cow cheese. My goal is to lose 30 pounds total, but not all in one challenge. I would like to lose at least 15 before my 10 year wedding anniversary in April! My reward will be just knowing I did it and having my husband think I'm sexy again! (and maybe a new outfit!)

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Cadie

My name is Cadie, I'm in my mid 30s and live in Portland, OR. I'm a hospice social worker. My favorite workout is dancing, but I would like to be able to run a 5k. I've been trying to think of my favorite healthy snack, but all my favorite snacks aren't sounding very healthy....that must be part of my problem! I guess I will have to choose an apple with almond butter as one of my favorite healthy snacks. When I reach this goal my reward will be a facial at my favorite day spa.

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Cherise

I'm Cherise and I'm 39 years old in Missouri. I'm a stay-at-home-mom of 4 and also work from home as a digital scrapbooking product designer. My favorite workout is water aerobics. My favorite healthy snack is a Gala apple. My goal for this challenge is to lose 10 pounds and I'm having a hard time coming up with a reward for that. I don't want new clothes yet (I've got plenty in varying sizes!). I liked the idea that someone else posted about having a long uninterrupted bubble bath. I've got a nice jetted tub that I never use and that sounds like a fun reward!

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Cheryl

Thirty something mom of 2 looking to finally drop that baby weight and get back to the weight I was when I got married 8 years ago. This is my first 10 in 6 challenge. I have a full time desk job. My favorite snack is almonds. I don’t know if I love the working out, but I am currently doing Pilates and the Jillian Michaels 30 day shred video. Once I lose this weight, I plan to feel comfortable in a new swimsuit I will be wearing when I finally see the ocean for the first time.

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Jeanie

28 in UT. Married and full-time mommy to a newborn. Part-time water aerobics instructor. Started overweight when I got pregnant and then gained almost 50 more pounds. Trying to get back to what I was 4 years ago when I met my husband. Hoping to reach my ultimate goal by May 2010. If I hit my 10lbs in 6 weeks I will be just a couple pounds below my pre pregnacy weight! I'm going to reward myself with a couple new outfits and a new suit for my water aerobics class!

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Jenn P

My name is Jenn I'm 37 years old and living in Maryland for the moment. I have four daughters (three at home and one in college in Hawaii), two dogs (a weimie and a frenchie), and a husband who's stationed in Japan for two years without us. My goal right now is be active and to lose 10 pounds in six weeks. I like working out at the YMCA--30 minute cardio and then weight machines for 30-40 minutes. My favorite healthy snack in the whole world is bites of fuji apple and cashews together in my mouth at the same time. I will reward myself with my very first "real" iPod when I reach my goal--a very special treat for me!!!

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Kim

Hi my name is Kim, Nicole's sister in law, I'm 40 & live in UT. I am happily married with 4 amazing kids and a wonderful step daughter who just made me a grandma this last January! I am a full time stay at home mom and grandma and I absolutely love it! A couple of years ago I lost 50 lbs which was very life changing for me and a very proud moment in my life. I am sad to say that I have gained 15-20 lbs back and I am looking for some motivation to get back on track again! Nicki told me about this group so I am hoping that this is the kick in the butt that I need! My favorite workout is pilates, water aerobics, walking/hiking and bike riding. My favorite snack would be well I love avocados so anything that I can put avocados on! I would love to lose 10 lbs in 6 and my reward will be a pair of cute jeans!

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Leah

Hi all, I’m Leah, 23 in WI. I live with my boyfriend and dog Charlie. I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin and now have full-time office job. I really need to lose my added college weight and now the extra couple of lbs added. My favorite exercise would have to be biking and hiking. My favorite healthy snack is yogurt or jello. My ultimate goal is to get back to my pre-college weight which means losing 20lbs total. I have been eating healthier, and now I need a kick in the butt to get active. My goal is to be able to run 1 mile without dying, as running is not my favorite activity. When I hit my 10lb initial goal I will finally fit into the size 6 jeans I bought but have been unable to fit into.

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Lisa

Marnie

I'm Marnie and I live with my sweet pup in Madison. I spend a lot of time with friends but a LOT of time at a desk at work and LOVE food. I really like celery and peanut butter and edemame as healthy snacks. My favorite work out has to be a solid run on a treadmill, jamming PINK as loud as possible or I recently learned playing kickball on ice will utilize muscles I didn't know I had! When I reach my goal of 10 lbs I will buy myself a swimsuit for this summer.

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Michele

I am 32. Live in WI with my pom pup, Lola, and meow, Boo. I have a full-time year round desk job and a seasonal part-time desk job in the winter. That is a lot of sitting around and a lot of eating what I can quick on the run. I have 2 goals that I would like to accomplish: #1 completely revamp my eating habits by eating more "green" and #2 learn to enjoy running. At some point I would like to be able to run a marathon. I want to be able to experience that euphoric, addictive runners high that I hear about from all my runner friends. Right now, I would just be happy not getting winded walking up the stairs. My reward for this challenge will be a mani/pedi.

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Mini Me

I have been on this journey of becoming healthy physically and discovering that I am also growing mentally and emotionally healthy. I am enjoying the thrill of setting goals and achieving them. Being active and working up a sweat have become a need! I just don't feel as good without my workout. I am always interested in trying new great food so keep all the amazing suggestions up. I have about 15 pounds to my end goal!!! When I achieve that I will be buying 2 great looking jeans!! Any suggestions on where to go shopping??

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Nicki

I'm Nicki, 35 year old mom of four and STILL looking to lose around 25 pounds! I've done several of these ten in six rounds and I'm determined to actually make my goal of 10 pounds! It's going to be this round, I can feel it! :) I enjoy cycling, running, and the occasional dvd workout. I'm getting a new running group up and running in my new area (I just moved) and am very excited about having that extra push to get me out! I love fresh fruit and veggies for snacking. Good Luck everyone! We can do this!