The brou-ha-ha of life

 Good morning everyone!! Just checking in quickly to see how everyone is doing.

I could get use to this. I should take a vacation from work more often.

So, yesterday I did 'up it a notch' on the workouts. I earned 9 AP's and I slept like a rock. I did:

• Cardio Sculpt - an oldie but still a goodie! A good 55 mins. worth 7 AP's. That link will take you to it.
• Treadmill - After a 5 min warm-up I alternated 60 seconds of jogging and then 90 seconds of walking. My end result was great!!  I completed the 1 mile in 3 mins and 45 secs less than yesterday and it was interval training.   I was sweating like a pig. But, I did it for a bout 30 mins. My initial goal was to beat yesterday's time and then I got my second wind and just stayed on. I only gave myself 2 AP's because I really don't know how many it is worth.

And here in about an hour I will leave to go to Bally's and meet with the trainer. I'm sure I will feel like ASS after because he/she is going to work muscles that have probably not been used in eons.

Everyone have a great day and I will check in later.

taebo.diva

Chubby chaser

Hello all! Hope everyone is having a great MLK day - hopefully you guys are off work and able to sit here and 'surf' a bit. Hope everyone is doing fabulous and had a great on-plan weekend.

Anyone do a little bit, just a teeny, tiny bit, of cheating? I did. And it was yumm-o. But,I actually stayed within my points and everything so I don't know if it really counts as cheating. I don't think so. Maybe I didn't cheat?

What's the plan for today? I was going to take my DD ice-skating (at an ice rink - this is Texas - we have no frozen ponds) but she decided she didn't really want to go. So, now what? 

Ok, Ok, Ok. I am going to work out. ALRIGHT ALREADY! I'm sure it won't kill me. Yesterday I got my big booty on my treadmill and did some power walking and even jogged a 1/4 mile - WITHOUT STOPPING. It doesn't sound like a big deal to some, but hey, when is the last time you seen a big girl jog an entire lap around the track? Without hyperventilating, no doubt?

And tomorrow - I meet at 11:00 a.m. at Bally's to start my free 8 week pass to National Body Challenge. You can still sign up using that link and you will now get a 2 week pass.  (They had a time frame to get the 8 weeks) The great news is - you even get a trainer included!! I didn't know that part until one of my lovely EP friends let me in on that. I was just going so I could use the gym!!

Over the next couple of days I am going to step it up a notch and do some serious working out - I am going to see if it will make a difference at my weigh-in: i.e.: BIGGEST LOSER STYLE. Remember, weigh in day is Wednesday so that gives me 3 days of upping it a couple of notches.

Now, the question for the day is this: Should I eat those AP's I will be earning OR should I not and see what happens? Maybe I will lose more if I don't.  Maybe eat 1/2?  so my body doesn't rebel against me and jinx me?

Have a great day all and take care!!

taebo.diva

My Big Ass in Gear part 2

I survived week 2 weigh-in. This Wednesday meeting is getting awfully full. I thought a lot of people went to church on Wednesday. With myself being the exception, of course.

The results are:..................

-2.0 pounds!!!

How much does pee weigh? Should I weigh a cup, then pee in it? Obviously, use a cup I am willing to part with. Ok, ok, I can wait until next week and hopefully I will not have a full bladder. But the line was sssooooo long. (AND - I had to do #2. AND I AM NOT WEIGHING THAT!!)

So, this a.m. I did Biggest Loser Dvd. Not too shabby. It's a pretty good workout. That will take you to a link where you can preview the video. I rented it from Netflix to preview to see if it is something I would like on a regular basis.

In addition, I cleaned my house like a mad, crazy woman, did laundry, vacuumed, the whole nine yards. I had to get some kind of AP's for that. I will give myself 1. That way it's not too many and at least it is something.

And has anyone tried those stinking WW Peanut Butter Bliss bars yet? OMG!! 1 point. Yes, $7.50 is kind of high for 12 bars. BUT I   peanut butter and cannot eat a tablespoon of peanut butter for 1 blasted point so I bought those damn things. Hopefully I don't sit around and eat the whole box in one sitting. I left them in the car so if I truly want them, I have to get up and go outside to get the blasted things.

Take care all and stay on-plan!!

taebo.diva

Poker face & WW

It's that time. It seems so quick. It seems like I just went and it's already here again. Yes, tomorrow is WEIGH-IN!!!

I have a plan, I think. I've been watching her. Very closely. I know her game. "This is not my first rodeo!!!" I want to scream it out loud so she can hear me. But I don't want her to know my secret - that I am ON TO HER.

Here it is:

Each person that walks up to the scale, fills out their name and # and then steps up on the scale. I watch her face. If she tries to act like nothing is different - THEY ACTUALLY LOST.  If she smiles just a little - almost compassionate-like THEY GAINED.

Hmf. Oh yes - I know.  So when I step up there tomorrow I will be looking for the indifference. I don't know why I MUST know before she actually says it, it's only a second later - I JUST NEED TO KNOW.

So I will get there, run to the restroom and get every little ounce out of me because I have drank all my water, come back and get on that scale.

Do you think anyone would notice if I strip-down?

Have a great evening all~

taebo.diva

My Big Ass in Gear- part 1

Good morning lovely's!!

Hope everyone is having a great day so far. It's only 9:40 a.m. here.

This morning I get up and actually have time to do THINGS!! My schedule was changed at work so on Monday's I now go in at noon instead of 8:30 a.m. I thought I would hate it because now I get off later - but it takes me an hour to drive to work in the a.m. traffic and I have time to get some stuff done.

So, this a.m., I got myTotal Body Toner DVD done and I feel FANTABULOUS! (check out the link and give it a try!)  AND

I had a great, filling breakfast worth 6 points (instead of the Cliff 5 point bar I normally eat on the way to work).I have to say - I also got 3 veggie servings and my healthy oil in with this breakfast. Yummy!!

1/2 my water in for the day already!

Random thought for the day:

Why do people have some cinnamon-scented room spray in the restroom? Or, at work, we have a chocolate cookie dough scented candle that is actually burning? Aaaaaccccckkkkk - disgusting. Now it smells like chocolate covered poop or cinnamon poop. Just the basic Lysol or Lysol-infused will suffice.

I think I just threw up a little bit in my mouth thinking about it. 

Hope everyone has a great on-plan day and stays motivated.

taebo.diva

Orange POOP

Yes, that is exactly what I meant by it. Just plain and simple poop. And if you want to know what I am talking about - take an Alli pill. If you have taken an Alli pill, you already know what the heck I am talking about. Mind you, I only took 1 once a day for 3 days and this is my end result. (pun intended)

'Nuff said. I don't think I will be taking anymore of those suckers though.

So eating today was pretty good. I did have 2 slices of pizza BUT - I ate nothing but fruits and veggies today and saved my points and had 2 slices for a total of 12 points worth. I did use 1.5 of my Flex points, though, but I can definitely live with that.

BUT - you know what I felt my greatest victory today was?

"What?" - you ask. Today was basically a rotten day. Just horrible b.s. and I went to reach for some M&M's - What truly made me feel great - everyone in the breakroom said, "NO!!!" Not in a hurtful way - they all know I just started WW and they are being supportive. They  were all scattered around and I didn't even think they were paying attention to me. I love stuff like that. I have never had anyone truly support me in something.

Then, this p.m. when I was eating the pizza. I was reaching for a 3rd slice - I just stood up from the table and literally said out loud, "I am done. I am satisfied. I need NO MORE!!!"  My DH looked at me like I was a loon. My DD just started laughing and asked, "who is she talking to?"

DUH - telling my brain AND my belly "You don't need the stinking stuff!!"

So obviously, I have started to realize I am an emotional eater. I tend to eat when I am depressed/upset BUT i can control it. I can control when to quit eating. It is not something out of my hands - it belongs to me.

One of my favorite things. I am no Oprah, but I have a few favorite things. Tonight I used Orange Ginger. My skin was sooooo dry the last couple of weeks and I used this twice this week and NO MORE DRY SKIN. Good stuff.

I bought this little gadget. I can't wait to get it. I have the Points calculator but when I am out and about, I can just put in my points and it will keep track of them for a week!! Does anyone else have one of these? I can not wait to get it!! And yes, I bought it off of eBay. I can't seem to find one anywhere else. And I just hate always having to write my numbers down and I am not always near a computer -  with meetings throughout the day. Whoo-hoo. I love technology.

Everyone have a great on-plan weekend. Stay focused. We can do this!!

taebo.diva

down 5.2 lbs & Foreplay

Hello all. Hope everyone is having a great on-plan day. Whatever that may be for you.

Today wasn't bad. Ate well and stayed within my points.

Had my first weigh-in this evening AND.....I am down 5.2 lbs.!!! yiipppeeee

I didn't have to slap the WW chick (and then go to jail, no doubt) - if curious, read below.

I feel great about that. Too bad every week can't be like that. Thanks everyone for your support this past week and commenting on my blog. It is appreciated.

Ok - now about the Biggest Loser. I really did not want the Brown team to go home. That is one passionate couple. I was sitting there sobbing like a big baby.

Sorry this one is short and no witty banter. I have to get my lunch made and packed for tomorrow and my DH is looking at me raising his eyebrows up and down.

hmf....

Is that his foreplay?? 

taebo.diva

Slap that dirty WW chick!!

You'll understand the title when you get to the bottom.

Hello all. Hope you had a splendid Tuesday. Nothing out of the ordinary for me. Which is good. Chaos usually ensues. (sp?)

Had a question about the omelet recipe I made last night. Here goes:

• 2 egg whites
• 1 egg
• 1 cup total of the following: broccoli, red bell pepper, mushroom, tomato (put in as much as you like of them - i don't really like tomatoes so I used a baby tomato - just make it all equal 1 cup total)
• tablespoon or so of cilantro
• salt and pepper to taste

Put vegetables in skillet to slightly brown/soften. In separate bowl, 'scramble' egg whites and egg then add to skillet with vegetables. I add cilantro at this point. (LOVE cilantro). Make your omelet.

Tonight I made a FABULOUS Egg Drop Soup. (not trying to brag here, but it hit the spot) 1 1/4 cups equals 2 points!!! Yowza!! Can't beat it!! And it is completely filling. Then I ate my Smart One's Pasta Primavera - the one with the bowtie pasta and little baby broccoli's in it. (5 points) Not a bad meal. Kids and DH were not here and I really hate cooking a full meal for one.

I have weigh-in tomorrow night. ARGH. I have ate within my points each and every single day - no cheating. At all. I feel triumphant! HOWEVER, if I get on the damned hostage-holding scale and the little wench at Weight Watcher's puts that sticker on there and I don't show a loss - I am bound to reach across that counter with my knuckle-dragging-monkey-arms and punch her in her face. 

Yes, folks, I just actually typed that. It's from a loss of ice cream and cheeto's and ranch dressing. (Not at the same time, mind you) 

Quick question, I am sure I can just ask it tomorrow night but I am new and I don't want people staring at me when I ask - Should I be eating the Flex Points? I know they are there if I want them but is it mandatory to show a weight loss? I ate a couple of them yesterday but I get 30 points a day and it gets a little tiresome to try and eat all those. (I guess I could eat the ice cream and cheeto's and ranch dressing, eh?)

So, to all of you who are showing a loss - CONGRATULATIONS!! I hope to join the ranks soon!!!

Everyone, have a great evening and have a great on-plan day.

taebo.diva

Mutilated grapes & beyond

How is everyone's day going? Mine? Not too shabby. Other than the fact that this day seem to drag on and on. ARGH!!

I love, love, love Turbo Jam. That's the link to the Beachbody website so you can see cost - cheaper than a gym membership and no one is watching!! It goes by pretty quick, gets the heart rate up, and burns some calories. You guys should definitely look into it.

So tonight I made an omelet for dinner. Wow! That is pretty low-point and filling!! I used the recipe builder at WW.com and that thing is a lifesaver. Stuck in some veggies to get the rest of those in as well. The good news is: I don't like cheese. I like string cheese, but that's about it. Probably one of the only fattening things I don't like.

On plan for the day - I have 4 points left.

Anyone else have a favorite at-home workout? I also like The Firm and need to get doing the new one's. The doctor just released me to start working out again so I need to baby-step it. Maybe I will alternate TJ/Firm/TJ/Firm, etc.

You know what I can't get used to? RAISINS!! Something about those dead grapes going into my mouth. Just tiny, shriveled up grapes with no life left in them. I think about the few that get left in my crisper drawer in the refrigerator. That just sit in there, all alone in the dark. Would I pick it up and stick it in my mouth? aaaccckkkkk - NO! So why in the world would I buy a mutilated grape and try to eat it? Not happening.

Have a great evening everyone. Take care and talk to you guys later!

taebo.diva

My Give a Damn's Busted

Not really. But made for a catchy title today.

So today was a great 'figuring points' day. We decided to go out to eat for dinner. Uh-oh. Not really. I sat down and decided what I was going to eat and figured the points before we ever left the house. And I ordered just that and I still have 10 points left and it is about 9:30 p.m.!! This is huge for me. I made it at a restaurant and planned every single thing. All the way down to the unsweetened tea (little lemon and Splenda) I will probably drink some milk (get my dairy in for certain) and some other little nutritous thing.

Here is a song from the 80's. Want to take a stroll down memory lane?

I guess I will tell later if it is working? I remember dancing to this one in front of the mirror in my bedroom!!

So I went to SuperTarget this p.m. and stocked up on my nutritious foods and what-not.  Kind of exciting. Few exceptions, of course, that aren't so exciting. Of course I like cauliflower and broccoli - with a mountain of Ranch dressing!! But, I will make it work and season it to where it will still go down.

Anyone else going to do the Biggest Loser Million pound match-up? I think one of my co-workers is going to join up with me and do this. Ought to be pretty fun - let's see if we are still friends after it is all said and done.

Hope everyone had a great on-plan day and that tomorrow is even better!!

Here is a great recipe worth 5 points. I tried it a couple of nights ago and it was aboslutely fabulous. Great alternative to the higher-point version. If you can't see it or get to it, let me know and I will post it on here.

Take care all~

taebo.diva