“Challenge”

I took Robin's challenge to heart and had a perfect score Tuesday (Monday too!) I did have to ask Robin a few questions about points. Does mayo count as added fat if your tuna recipe requires it? We said no (plus I used light mayo). Does a chocolate rasberry Balance Bar eaten before class count as sweets? We said no because it was used for fuel.

Wednesday was far from perfect with a dinner out and birthday cake. I am ok with it though because I plan to make good choices today.

Posted by Michele on Thursday November 20 , 2008 at 11:15

“I will not give up”

This weekend was a bit of a challenge for me. Although I made most of my meals this weekend, I also went to out to eat. It wasn't easy with peer pressure and delectable desserts around me, I gave in to temptation.

I will try my best to stay on track this week and even add in some minimal cardio to add variety into my daily routines.

Posted by Mayra on Tuesday November 18 , 2008 at 2:17

“High Score Challenge”

OK, who's up for this challenge? What I'd like everyone to do is go through your log book and write down the highest score you've ever recorded for each Healthy Habit. Then today, beat that score (or match it if it's a perfect score) for each Habit. The goal is to get your highest score ever. Today! Let us know how you do!

Posted by Robin on Tuesday November 18 , 2008 at 10:18

“8-Week Weight Loss on Vacation”

I hope everyone stayed on track during Week Five even though we didn't have our weekly meeting. I was in Costa Rica, of course, but managed to do fairly well with my Healthy Habits. One thing I'm proud of is that I managed to get quite a bit of exercise in. Normally, when I'm on vacation I take a break from exercise, but this time I hiked, ran and surfed and got in five days of good solid, heart-pumping workouts in my seven days away. I'm looking forward to getting back on the bike this afternoon, though! It's been 12 days since my last Spinning class!

Posted by Robin on Monday November 17 , 2008 at 2:16

“Snacking and sweets still a problem. ”

There were two reasons for me participating in the 8-Week Weight Loss program- 1) to lose a little weight and 2) to break some of my less than healthy habits. So far I've lost two pounds, which is great because because my goal is six. However, these past few weeks have seen some zero point entries on my score sheet.

Healthy breakfast, eating fruits and vegetables, no hydrogenated fats, no alcohol and not adding excess fats to my food were never really a problem for me. I earn big points for these daily. Thanks to the program I am drinking more water than I ever did. More points there. Unfortunately, I can't seem to earn points consistently for habits 1, 4 & 6. I continue to have a problem with snacking after dinner and eating sweets and it's not just once in a while. I had family visiting these past two weeks and it's been dinners out and deserts daily.

This week I have a birthday dinner on Wednesday so I know I'll eat cake then.  If anyone see's me in the Halloween candy stash or the cookie box please stop me!

 Keep up the good work and see you in class tonight!

Michele

BTW - I am still waiting for high fives in the hall from Niccole...  

Posted by Michele on Monday November 17 , 2008 at 12:32

“ Exercise indoors”

The LA Times is urging everyone in the Southland to exercise indoors, due to the poor air quality from the fires in the area. 

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-airquality17-2008nov17,0,7649417.story

Be careful about the time you spend outdoors as well. They are saying that even if you feel an ocean breeze, it is not helping the actual air quality very much right now.

Be safe everyone!

Posted by Bonnie on Monday November 17 , 2008 at 11:51