TenInSix: Final Check-In

2/22/10

Final Check-In

Good morning, beautiful ladies!!!! It's the last day of this
particular challenge. Let us know the weekly & final results from the
scale, the measuring tape, & your thoughts/feelings/lessons learned.

15 comments:

JenFebruary 22, 2010 at 5:43 AM
I ended this challenge with a total of 6 pounds down. The second half I didn't succeed like I wanted to, largely due to the stress of selling and buying a house. I have decided to go ahead and stick with it for the next challenge, althouhgh we'll be packing and moving and unpacking throughout most of it. I'm going to TRY and CHALLENGE MY EXCUSES and see if I can't accomplish something even when it's hard.

I've been very impressed with all of you. It's so amazing that we can all meet in this virtual environment and accomplish so much. Way to go, everyone. It's amazing! We truly can do anything!
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cluphf familyFebruary 22, 2010 at 6:48 AM
i did it! i got to 10!!! i am grateful that jen introduced me to this lovely community. it has helped jumpstart me in the right direction. i will definitly be back for the next round! i still need to work on the snacking. and like jen, to fight the excuses i seem to have haunting me. so happy to have your support and great ideas looking for to the upcoming six weeks! have a great week ladies!!!
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MeghanFebruary 22, 2010 at 7:26 AM
I'm down 2 for the six weeks. However, I've lost 1 in. in my thighs and 2 in. in my hips! I'm hovering two lbs. above my goal weight and am happy where I'm at. I'll keep working on those last two and, more importantly, keep working at this new healthy lifestyle I've set for myself! See you all in a week!
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MaggieFebruary 22, 2010 at 9:15 AM
I made it to 10 lbs! I am so excited about it and can hardly wait for more to come off. I'm amazed at you ladies--your strength and determination is inspiring. Make it a GREAT week!
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CheriseFebruary 22, 2010 at 9:37 AM
I'm down 1 more pound this week, for a total of 7 this challenge (6 week period) and 12 if I include the 1 week prior to that when I lost 5 lbs. As far as inches, it will only be for the past 3 1/2 weeks, since I didn't have a measuring tape in the beginning, but I'm still pretty happy with the numbers. :) I lost 2 inches off my waist, 1 inch off my hips, bust, and thighs, and .75 inches off my arms and calves.

I love having this group for motivation and accountability. It has been great for me and I can't wait to be part of the next round! Bring it on!
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HeidiFebruary 22, 2010 at 9:37 AM
Well I added .9 this week. But with a crazy weekend with a lot of food and little time, it was about what I expected. Luckily I reached my overall goal of losing 8 pounds (since I started a week late and have a relatively low overall total of weight to lose. So I am very satisfied. I still have a few pounds to go so I will be continuing on next round!

Now if I could just figure out how to lose weight in the places I want to lose weight....
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SarahFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:00 AM
Overall this challenge, I am down 1.5 lbs. I'll take it! Measurements for the whole challenge are
Waist= Down 1.5"
Hips= Down 1"
Upper Arms= Down .5"
Calf= Down .5"
Bust, ribcage, & thighs the same

I'm happy with that :)
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NickiFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:24 AM
Looks like I'm down 2 pounds for the entire challenge. Considering my crazy life lately, I'm happy with that and am looking forward to the next challenge when I'm going to hit my 10 pound goal!!! I'm hoping to lose at least one pound this coming week for the week off. Since I'm such a visual person I've decided to make a chart for myself to see the progress I've made since having my last baby when I started this weight loss journey. I'm even going to include what I weighed the day after she was born so I can really feel good about myself. :) Yeah I know it's a lot of water, but dang I had to carry all of that water around. :) I'm hoping that by making the chart (and keeping it in my bathroom so I see it often) it will remind me of how far I've come and that I CAN accomplish this! While this last little bit has been crazy in my life, it doesn't have to stay that way and I can jump back in. Here we go!!! So proud of you all, especially those of you that HIT your goals!!!!!! Yeah, see you next week everyone!
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LeahFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:39 AM
Well I am down a total of 6lbs after 6 weeks, which I can't be more happy about. I did not weight in this week because my visiter deciced to show up and last week was full of celebrations and food (my sister had a baby, my brother got engaged and my boyfriend and I celebrated our 5 yr aniversary). I am definitely going to continue with the next round. If I keep going at this rate I’ll reach my goal weight before I know it.
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KimFebruary 22, 2010 at 11:46 AM
I am down 2 lbs for this challenge. I wish it were more but at least it is not a gain and I am heading in the right direction :) I am excited to start the next challenge and focus on those areas that I really struggle with. I love being part of this group and learn so much from all of you everyday! Congrats ladies on all of your successes and triumphs, whether it be big or small, it is something you should be very proud of and I am truly so happy for you!

I love the saying, "I never said it would be easy, I only said it would be worth it!".....AND IT IS! :) See you next week!
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LeslieFebruary 22, 2010 at 1:16 PM
I am very happy-- and truthfully, kind of surprised, with how things have gone these past 6 weeks. I am down 16 pounds. But, for the record, I realize that they are probably the easy post-pregnancy pounds to lose. I am interested to continue and see if I really can get to my goal weight and challenge myself when I get to the really difficult pounds.

I feel like I have done a lot better at making good food choices-- and I appreciate all of the ideas and suggestions you all have made. But this next challenge, I want to work on getting more exercise in and start toning some specific parts of my body. I'm hoping that as it gets warmer, it will be easier to go out and be more active. Hope that Spring comes soon.

You ladies have been unbelievably inspiring. Thanks for being so positive and encouraging. It means a lot to me.
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Marianne SonntagFebruary 22, 2010 at 8:19 PM
Finally I have a chance to get on the computer at the end of this busy, fun day. I'm glad, actually, to be so late so I get to read all your AWESOME and inspiring progress in weight loss goals.

I'm down 5 pounds total for this 6 weeks which is really great for me. In the next challenge I plan to challenge my rear end to a duel of wills. Hopefully beating off some padding, and the last 5 pounds to my goal weight, too.
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Amy CFebruary 23, 2010 at 12:06 PM
I am at 0 for the 6 weeks. I'm ok with that. I didn't work especially hard this challenge. I have a bad habit of gaining a few pounds the week between the challenges. I'll be working to not let that happen this week!

Great job everyone!!! See you all next week!
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Dennis & Tara LarsonFebruary 25, 2010 at 9:47 PM
Not much change for me. I have been M.I.A from this blog for some time! I have had walking pneumonia for the last month and have zero energy. Therefore, I haven't done anything, no exercise nor have I even bothered to pay attention to what I was eating. As I sit here and write this, I am still sick and I just finished my antibiotics. I attempted the treadmill a few days ago but was only able to do a brisk 3 mile walk. I am getting there slowly.
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Jeanie and Vaughn BighamFebruary 26, 2010 at 7:02 AM
I ended the challenge with 8lbs lost which is good but I am not happy with my last few weeks. I ate everything thing in sight. I'm having some post parturm issues I think but I dont have inssurance any more because my husband got a new job. But I did work out hard. so I maintained. I didnt lose any more inches. Didnt reach my goal of being my pre pregnancy weight but I'm only a few pounds away. So here's to another 6 week challenge! Cant wait to get started again.
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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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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!