And she never gives up- she always has a positive additude about her week, and I know one day (soon!) she will reach her goal 
Woohoo, HH winner!
Thanks for the well wishes for my interview, I leave pretty soon for it. I'm not nervous, I'm pretty good at interviews, I just really want ths job!
Tomorrow I have to go pick up my half-marathon packet. Only one more day.I am beyond terrified, but doesn't that mean you're living? I mean, what's the point of living if you don't do amazing things? Hehe. I'm trying to be all philosophical here to mask my terror! I just really want a finishers medal to say I did it, and you don't get it if you don't....finish.
Hope you are all having a wonderful day, I'll have to come read all the posts tomorrow.
Thanks for the support Lisa! I finally figured out what is making me so stressed. I'm frustrated that this thing that happened years ago around this time still upsets me, but glad that I figured out what was causing the stress. I know some strategies to combat this and will put them to work. I just finished some yoga/stretching, which I do count as exercise. I am building my endurance so I feel it counts. The guided CD (it's audio) is over 40 min. long and I today I made it to 18 minutes. I feel it in child's pose if that says anything about my physical health. I really want to restart C25K, but I can't even last 5 minutes on the treadmill or on pavement. I don't know how I walk so much in WDW. Maybe some Disney music will help.
Today was more OP than the last few days, but still terrible. I ate 3 single serve bags of potato chips, a lemon bar, some type of GF/oat-free crumble bar, and a GF brownie. Breakfast and lunch were OP, although lunch was pretty gross. I had tuna fish and I didn't add anything to it, like mayo or relish. I didn't feel satisfied and I think it was because it tasted so bad. It wasn't bland, it was truly bad.
In all my eating, everything was GF. It wasn't all lactose-free. I spend so much time worrying about gluten that I forget about lactose. I've been reading labels for milk for years and I've suddenly forgotten.It isn't that difficult. I'm already reading the label. It shouldn't be that difficult to look for sources of gluten and sources of lactose. The chef who made my lunches when I was at training last week suggested I write up an index card listing everything I can't eat. I should probably do that for myself.
This is a bit of a vent, but it's also related to what I can't eat. There is something about taking the pill I take for hypothyroidism and eating too much soy. No one can tell me what is too much. I've also heard that only soy formula matters. I'm beginning to think any soy is too much for me. I suppose it doesn't help that when I originally got the results of my allergy testing, I was told I'm allergic to soy. They then changed their mind.So, anyway, today I told my father not to use vegetable oil anymore because of the soy and he is 100% on board with that. Not 30 seconds later, he asks if he can add GF soy sauce to this really strange meal he cooked tonight.
I'm going to be honest, I really can't remember everything I'm not supposed to eat. I better do some research because I'm pretty sure I keep forgetting a source of gluten.
I hope everyone has a great, OP day tomorrow!for your final weigh-in!
CC
for all you are going through. I do know that the food issues can be SO challenging! Have you talked to Rose lately? I know that she continues to have good days and bad days with the meat-free and wheat-free diet. I'm sure she could sympathize. Happy last day of the challenge, everyone! I can't wait for the next one.
I'm still maintaining, having made my goal during this challenge. I never could have done it without the support here, especially as I hit points when I normally would have gotten discouraged and given up (hello, broken toe). I love my WW meeting, but there's nothing like a shared love of Disney to kick things up a notch!
Speaking of which, we leave five weeks from today! Aaahhhh! It's not crazy that I might have already started packing a bit, right?This is our first-ever two-week vacation, and I have so much to get done at work between now and then that I will definitely leave feeling like I've earned this one!
Happy Friday, and happy last spring challenge day! You are all an inspiration to me.
XO
Liz
Two weeks? I'm SO jealous!!Woo hoo! We made to the last day of the Biggest Loser Spring Challenge!
didn't do as well this challenge as I'd hoped but it was still a great success for me. I lost 16.5 pounds, made it into ONE-derland and finished the Tinker Bell Half!Thanks to all of you who helped me along on this journey!
YOu totally rocked this challenge! THat is a great weight loss. And the HALF?? All I can say is.....
Thanks to your DH and your family for serving! 
If you need some tough love or some scrapbooking advice Pamela is your go-to gal! 
to all the leaders and everyone who volunteered each and every week. I'm down 15 for this challenge - happy with that. I've read regularly and am amazed by so many of you. All the best to all of you. 
(and the person who posts below well there's nothing to say about someone you don't know - but I'm pretty darn fabulous. LAUGHING! )
- more lovely things on your way. It's obvious what a wonderul support you've been to everyone here - day in and day out. And nothing is more helpful on this journey than simple - lovely - giving - generous support. Nothing. Thank you for being that person. 
Buffy is so fun! I remember a few challenges ago when she had the Organizational Challege, and that really helped me get my stuff together
Big BL thanks to Janis for hostessing, Sue for being our weightkeeper and CC for being our HH coach!
I didn't do as well this challenge as I'd hoped but it was still a great success for me. I lost 16.5 pounds, made it into ONE-derland and finished the Tinker Bell Half!
Good morning.
I gained a bit this week, but still at my goal for the challenge. I guess that's why you don't go out to eat the night before a weigh-in and get ice cream for dessert.
Thanks for all the PD and prayers for the job. I got a call an hour after my interview that I got the job!!Nothing major or anything but it's a great part-time job perfect for my position as a student right now. It's very quiet and slow-paced so I am excited. They also said it would be no problem that I will be on vacation for the next couple weeks.
Well, I must start getting ready for the half and preparing for Disney!! Hope you all have a great day!
QOTD: Oh, I get to talk about Lisa! Lisa, you are so incredibly kind and you always have positive things to say to everyone here on the BL thread. I wish we were on the same team from the beginning, so I could read your encouraging posts everyday! You have been so successful in this challenge. 16+lbs, Onderland, AND a half?! Way to go girl! I can't wait to chat more with you and everyone here on the BL thread this summer!
That is wonderful! Janis gives you lots of support. I love the way she is so encouraging! At times, she tells you to pick up your "boot straps" and jump in! And she is always positive in telling you how your choices will change your life. THANK YOU Janis for all you do on this thread! 
I will catch up more tomorrow. You two have given me a lot to think about and reflect on and will have more to say after I get some much needed sleep. Today was much more OP, although not GF. I need to remember that I have to put myself first and that people will understand and respect me for doing so.
Go Kayla Go!!!! I finished in about 2:40 or so and got my medal!! My bff was there cheering me on. I originally told my family to be there about 3 hours in because I figured I'd finish a little after, but I called my mom to tell her I already done and my family stopped by to take photos. 
*drumroll*
I MADE IT!!
Here is a recap of the race for a first-timer:
Woke up at 4 and my bff and I rolled out around 5:15. The race started at 6:30, I pretty much nervously talked my bff to death, we fist bumped across the barriers as soon as the race started and I was off. First 4 miles flew by, I'm pretty sure I ran nearly all the time. By mile 6 I started to get a little tired, the pain was slowly rising. I was going strong past the 7 and 8th mile, taking more walk breaks. By the time I got to 11, I was walking most of the way. Made it to mile 12 and about 12.5 miles someone taps my shoulder. It's a girl about my age and said I was doing a great job for my first half. (Our bibs had that info on it) I asked her about her races as we jogged a bit and then we parted. We kept passing each other as we'd run and walk. Around 13 miles she came up beside me again and said "It's all adrenaline, it's only .3 more miles!! Come on!" We ended up running with each other to the finish line and high-fived at the end.
Honestly, it was NOT as bad as I was anticipating. Around mile 8 the pain was fairly bad, but it was also a bit numbing in my legs so it was pretty easy to take a light jog without walking. I got some nice size blisters on the side of my feet and my calves were really cramping near the end. I was very very thankful to the nice young woman who talked to me that I finished with. I have to say I thought I was going to be sick right after I crossed the finish line, just because I was so tired. It happened at my last 5k too. Got some animal crackers and water and I was ready to sit down.
I am SO proud of myself and really shocked at how well I did. I didn't really sweat very much, my side never hurt, the only cramping was in my calves and I didn't really have to talk myself into running. The route was great and beautiful. It took us through some wooded areas and kept us out of most traffic and the weather was absolutely PERFECT! It was probably 60-70 degrees the entire time, very enjoyable. It is mindblowing to me that my first 5k was actually much worse than this race. I think I knew to take it slow and just do my best so I didn't overexert myself quickly.
Well, I think that about sums it up. I am incredibly sore and I can barely stand, so I think I will definitely be resting up before WDW! They decided to train me for my job on Monday so I could work a bit Tuesday. They're probably going to be looking strangely while I limp all day.
Thank you for all your encouraging words!!
*drumroll*
I MADE IT!!
Here is a recap of the race for a first-timer:
Woke up at 4 and my bff and I rolled out around 5:15. The race started at 6:30, I pretty much nervously talked my bff to death, we fist bumped across the barriers as soon as the race started and I was off. First 4 miles flew by, I'm pretty sure I ran nearly all the time. By mile 6 I started to get a little tired, the pain was slowly rising. I was going strong past the 7 and 8th mile, taking more walk breaks. By the time I got to 11, I was walking most of the way. Made it to mile 12 and about 12.5 miles someone taps my shoulder. It's a girl about my age and said I was doing a great job for my first half. (Our bibs had that info on it) I asked her about her races as we jogged a bit and then we parted. We kept passing each other as we'd run and walk. Around 13 miles she came up beside me again and said "It's all adrenaline, it's only .3 more miles!! Come on!" We ended up running with each other to the finish line and high-fived at the end.
Honestly, it was NOT as bad as I was anticipating. Around mile 8 the pain was fairly bad, but it was also a bit numbing in my legs so it was pretty easy to take a light jog without walking. I got some nice size blisters on the side of my feet and my calves were really cramping near the end. I was very very thankful to the nice young woman who talked to me that I finished with. I have to say I thought I was going to be sick right after I crossed the finish line, just because I was so tired. It happened at my last 5k too. Got some animal crackers and water and I was ready to sit down.
I am SO proud of myself and really shocked at how well I did. I didn't really sweat very much, my side never hurt, the only cramping was in my calves and I didn't really have to talk myself into running. The route was great and beautiful. It took us through some wooded areas and kept us out of most traffic and the weather was absolutely PERFECT! It was probably 60-70 degrees the entire time, very enjoyable. It is mindblowing to me that my first 5k was actually much worse than this race. I think I knew to take it slow and just do my best so I didn't overexert myself quickly.
Well, I think that about sums it up. I am incredibly sore and I can barely stand, so I think I will definitely be resting up before WDW! They decided to train me for my job on Monday so I could work a bit Tuesday. They're probably going to be looking strangely while I limp all day.
Thank you for all your encouraging words!!
Congratulations
.CC, I'm glad that you figured out what was going on.
I am seeing her on June 5th. Buffy: Insurance may cover it. It depends on your plan and whether or not he/she takes insurance. Mine is affiliated with a hospital so she might. I haven't asked her because my insurance does not cover nutritional counseling. My new insurance plan through my new job does cover it, so I will be asking her about this once I have more information.
As far as what I'm planning to cover, she wants me to bring a list of questions/concerns plus a food log from the last few days. I tracked everything I ate today in MFP and intend to do that everyday until my appt. I will bring that in with information including daily weigh-ins (which is not my favorite thing to do) and tracked exercise. Some of my questions include:
- If a product does not contain wheat, barley, etc., can I believe that it is GF? I.e. should I only eat foods labeled GF plus meats, fruits, veggies, and dairy?
- How many calories should I be eating at minimum? Should I eat back my exercise calories? (Something tells me I am not eating enough.)
- Should I count the yoga/stretching DVD I've been doing as exercise? What about all the walking I do around the office; does that count as exercise?
- How do I know how much lactose there is in a product? (There is supposedly a way to figure this out so you know how much lactase enzyme you need to take. My college nutritionist and I talked about this, but I didn't understand it very well.)
Big BL thanks to Janis for hostessing, Sue for being our weightkeeper and CC for being our HH coach!
First of all....
Perhaps keeping a list on the fridge and in your purse of good foods and bad foods... perhaps even by brand name and type. That might help Dad when he is cooking and you would have something hand to refer to for yourself. Make yourself a cookbook full of meal ideas and recipes that are good for you. Things that are "no-brainers".... things you can make and eat without worrying too much.
I know that I have a lot of food issues in my house..... DS's food allergies, DD's foods she won't eat for moral reasons, DH's ongoing low carb eating, and of course my constant concern about calories/fat/carbs, etc. It can make for some creative meals! But despite trying to have a really varied diet, I find that it is easiest to fall back on a handful of meals that work for everyone.
Have you ever tried creating any of your own recipes? I don't like cooking and I don't consider myself a very good cook, but I have created a handful of recipes (or modified an existing recipe to suit us all) and it really isn't terribly hard. Baked goods are the hardest to create. But sometimes I can find a "base" recipe to start working from.
Lastly.......hang in there. It is about our health for ALL of us, but most especially for you. Thanks for all you do for us here.
These are all great suggestions. I had been working on some of them actually and definitely need to go back to finish them. I started a book of recipes, including some quick and easy ones, but it's sitting on my bedroom floor in a pile of stuff that I haven't touched in weeks (or months 
). In the same binder are lists of foods by manufacturer and provided by the manufacturer of GF foods. LTS suggested I do that. I actually have a cookbook of GF/dairy free recipes that I got for Christmas. I've tried a few of the recipes, but need to dig it out and try more of them. The chocolate chip cookie recipe is delicious and it only makes 2 dozen (or 18 total) so it is great for us. I will also make a list of what is/isn't safe for me to eat. I did some research and need to do more. I also plan to talk about the restrictions my hypothryoidism medication is placing on me.LOL until I bailed on the organization because I'm so disorganized!!!
