TenInSix: Monday Morning Check-in

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Monday Morning Check-in

Good morning beautiful girls!!!! It's our second to last check-in this
challenge. Starting our final week today!
Share with us your results from the scale this morning and share what
your game plan is for this week.

10 comments:

AmyApril 5, 2010 at 6:00 AM
I'm up 2.5 pounds... so not proud of myself at all. I have realized that while I can do great during the morning and mid day of my 'regularly scheduled day', something happens on weekends and holidays... My next goal will be to master my eating habits during those times. It's been a stressful week, so that probably has something to do with it too. This week, I'm going to get back to not eating junk food, and getting exercise in every day!
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CheriseApril 5, 2010 at 6:15 AM
Yikes - my first "not good" weigh-in. I'm up 1.5 pounds, which were all from this Easter weekend. I worked hard during the week last week, but the special holiday weekend did me in. My biggest challenge for this last week is that my parents are flying into town tomorrow. My mom will likely want to help out with planning and preparing meals and things and that will be a little tough for me. But I plan to have a talk with her and discuss what I'm doing, so that it will be easier. I'm also running into some scheduling issues with getting to the gym this week. I have something in the morning 3 days this week, which typically means that I don't go to the gym those days. I will see if I can still figure out a workout for those days. Going to be a bit of a challenge this week, but with my weight gain this week, I can't afford not to challenge those difficulties. Good luck in our final week, ladies!
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MaggieApril 5, 2010 at 9:08 AM
I stayed the same and given the week that I had I'm actually surprised that it wasn't a gain. I'm looking forward to a much more organized week and less eating out.
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MeghanApril 5, 2010 at 9:50 AM
I'm not weighing in this week due to my monthly visitor. I'm looking forward to great numbers for my last weigh in!!

Keep those chins up ladies for this last week! WE CAN DO IT!!
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cluphf familyApril 5, 2010 at 10:39 AM
sorry, i've been mia for a few weeks. we had spring break for 2 weeks here and my mother-in-law came to visit. so it wasn't a pretty two weeks to say the least. but i am only up 1 lb. which i am surprised and quite happy with. i hardly worked out and we ate out soooo much that i thought for sure it would have been ugly at weigh in. so i'm going to get back into my regular routine this week and hopefully lose that pound and one more!!!
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NickiApril 5, 2010 at 11:52 AM
Hey all! I've also been MIA for awhile. I had family for a week and we organized, painted and worked like crazy, I didn't have time to check in. I'm having some weird issues with my weight lately and they've gotten me a bit discouraged. Today I'm back to having just my 2 pound loss for this ten in six so far. That extra 5 pounds I gained over two weeks has disappeared which is good. :) My periods have been lasting about 3 weeks and not being completely done nursing I think is still messing with my body. It seems like when I do great with my exercise I gain instead of lose weight. I know I gain some muscle there, but it gets frustrating. This plateau is killing me! My game plan is to keep drinking lots of water, be VERY consistent with MFP, keep exercising, keep trying to get this baby weaned, and possibly not weigh-in weekly. It's hard not to get on the scale every week though! :) I'm determined to keep working and hope that all of the hard work will pay off! :) There's always room for improvement, so here goes with another week! I'm so in awe of those of you with such great weight-loss numbers for the challenge this far! Wow!!! Those of you with not as good numbers, good for you that you're still here trying to take it one day at a time!!!! Start today new and be proud that you're doing such a great thing for your body, you and your family!!! I hope all of the moves coming up (and in the middle of) will go smoothly and that you guys can be as stress free as possible! Have a great week everyone!
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LeslieApril 5, 2010 at 6:55 PM
I'm checking in for two weeks here (last week I was out of town without access to a scale)-- and I'm down 4 pounds. And I've gotta be honest. I'm kind of surprised. It felt like I had plateaued for a while and then all of the sudden I lost a lot at once. Or maybe my scale is schizo. Hmmm. I'm not complaining though.

Anyway, this just reminds me that I need to keep going and not get discouraged by a bad week or two-- our bodies are being influenced by a ton of different factors including hormones and stress and seasons and weather and who knows what else. But, our consistent efforts will pay off. Keep at it ladies, we can do this!!

I've said it before, but I have really gained a testimony of eating good foods. It makes a tremendous difference for me in the amount of energy I have and how I feel. This week, I am committed to making good food choices and good portion choices too. And maybe get some exercise in here and there. :)
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KimApril 6, 2010 at 11:15 AM
Just now checking in because we got home late from our trip last night and oh I am so disappointed in myself! I gained 2 lbs this last week and I know it's because we have been out of town for the Easter Break and we ate out everyday. I knew what I was doing and I am owning up to it and just need to figure out a way to eat healthier when I am out of town. I can relate to Nicki, it seems like the more I exercise then I don't lose as much weight but if I only exercise 3-4 times a week, I seem to do better. Also, I swear I gain weight if I just look or smell something unhealthy! My body is just sooo sensitive and well I hate to say it but I'm not young anymore :) Sometimes it is just so frustrating to be working so hard and not seeing the results and then I go and blow it this last week! Well I am not going to sit around and be upset about it, I am just going to start fresh and keep trying!

I am so proud of you ladies who had such great weight loss and I am so thankful we are doing this together! Hope you all had a fabulous Easter weekend and that you have a great weight loss this week!
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SarahApril 7, 2010 at 7:32 AM
Hi, ladies! No scale, but just trying to be as active as I can to beat stress and counteract any stress-eating I've been doing. Game plan is making exercise a priority EVERY DAY!
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HeidiApril 7, 2010 at 6:13 PM
I am a couple days behind on this one, but life has been busy! I maintained my weight this week.

I have to say I was disappointed not to see a loss, but it is very hard for me to do well when I am on vacation. Car snacks mixed with 4 days in Nauvoo (the town with only terrible buffets) really did me in. but since I've been back, it's been wonderful, so I'm hoping for great results this coming week.
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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!