Hair Growth and Weight Loss Challenge 2014

Going to do some type of workout today and wash my hair and set in wavers. Going to buy a few groceries to so I can meal prep for the weekend.
 
I went grocery shopping last night. I bought enough food to last two weeks and then my trainer will change my meal plan. I put boneless skinless chicken breast in my crockpot with Swanson Thai Ginger broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes.. Let it cook all night on low. It tastes so good! I packed my lunch to take to work 3.5 oz chicken, 1/2 cup of white rice and 1 cup of roasted string beans. I think I can do this if I keep coming up with ways to make my food taste good. I'm meeting my sister in law at the gym today at 1. I wore my workout clothes to work and already have on my heart monitor.
 
MayaNatural said:
I went grocery shopping last night. I bought enough food to last two weeks and then my trainer will change my meal plan. I put boneless skinless chicken breast in my crockpot with Swanson Thai Ginger broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes.. Let it cook all night on low. It tastes so good! I packed my lunch to take to work 3.5 oz chicken, 1/2 cup of white rice and 1 cup of roasted string beans. I think I can do this if I keep coming up with ways to make my food taste good. I'm meeting my sister in law at the gym today at 1. I wore my workout clothes to work and already have on my heart monitor.
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That does sound good! I need to invest in a slow cooker for real. Everybody keeps telling me how easy and simple it is.
 
MayaNatural said:
I went grocery shopping last night. I bought enough food to last two weeks and then my trainer will change my meal plan. I put boneless skinless chicken breast in my crockpot with Swanson Thai Ginger broth and 1 can of diced tomatoes.. Let it cook all night on low. It tastes so good! I packed my lunch to take to work 3.5 oz chicken, 1/2 cup of white rice and 1 cup of roasted string beans. I think I can do this if I keep coming up with ways to make my food taste good. I'm meeting my sister in law at the gym today at 1. I wore my workout clothes to work and already have on my heart monitor.
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You can do this. There are so many online recipes that will work for you. I know you can make this happen. You are off to a good start.
 
HairPleezeGrow said:
That does sound good! I need to invest in a slow cooker for real. Everybody keeps telling me how easy and simple it is.
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Slow cookers are wonderful, especially if you add on a timer if you have a busy schedule. That way you can have it cook overnight and shut itself off or cook while you are at work.

I love mine I just need to find more recipes that line up with the way I eat. I made Teriyaki chicken in mine on Thursday night.
 
So far the scale isn't showing a sudden bump from my cookie monster attack. But sometimes it seems like I have a 2 day delay between what I have eaten and the scale.

I feel good this morning even though I went to bed after 1 and got up before 8. Had 1 egg with 2 slices of turkey bacon on a wheat flax sandwich round and a cup of coffee. I have already had 40 oz of water :yay:

I did my hair last night and finished my curlformer set and then pin curled it. I will separate the curls in a few minutes.

I pulled out my food saver :look: Going to prep all the vegetables I bought and put them in the freezer.

I am having a very productive morning.
 
Im 160 today. I havent been that low since November! I know its mainly because im stressed out, stayed up all night and didnt have an appetite yesterday, but Ill take it. Aunt flo should be here this weekend to rain on my parade. Then I can get back to getting slim
 
MayaNatural & faithVA you two aren't playing around this morning! I need to get organized like you guys!

Prettymetty congrats on getting to 160!! I love when the scale gives me a good number.

So far my two dinners of over indulgence haven't hurt my number on the scale. I just need to get back in control. I'm out taking my dog for a 2 mile walk. After that I'll do my p90x3 workout then wash and roller set my hair.
 
I just put a chuck roast, carrots, cream of mushroom soup, and a dry onion soup packet in the slow cooker. I'll be making mashed potatoes later to finish off the meal.

Going to try to have a light breakfast and lunch to counter that meal, but I've been craving meat and potatoes and my friends have some free time tonight so they'll eat most of the dinner anyway.

I guess smoothie for breakfast and oatmeal for lunch today. There's a 12 o'clock Zumba class so I'm excited about that!

I set my hair last night, moisturized it and put it up in a bun. I'll take it down tonight to moisturize again.

Oh! I'm also making a German chocolate cake. Last semester I wanted to practice my baking and cooking, so my friends paid for the groceries and I cooked a large meal every weekend. This semester we're all fat. :look:
 
HairPleezeGrow
Yes, it was so easy. I purchased box of slow cooker bags and that made clean up extremely easy. I would highly recommend one.

faithVA
Thank you!! :) I always had a problem with my weight from childhood obesity up until now and never seem to stay consistent. Meeting with a trainer will help keep me focused and on track. This challenge is going to be really helpful as well.
 
I didn't know where else to share this but I thought of you guys. I love my accidental braid out! Last night I slathered my dry hair in DC (AOHSR + grapeseed oil) then I put my hair in two fat braids and went to sleep. My plan was to wash this morning but DH wants to go to the farmers market. I had to do something with my hair and I was going to put it up in a bun. But when I I unbraided it I had great waves. I don't know if it has any holding power or if I can ever repeat it, but I'm going to wear it this morning. :-)
 

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I just rocked that Zumba class. I got a compliment from my instructor too! I've never taken that type of gym class before, but I took dance classes 4-6 times a week for about 18 years. Some things you don't forget.

Happy. Oh! 614 calories burned too. I'm going to weigh myself next Friday morning, and have Friday be my check in day.
 
toaster said:
I just rocked that Zumba class. I got a compliment from my instructor too! I've never taken that type of gym class before, but I took dance classes 4-6 times a week for about 18 years. Some things you don't forget.

Happy. Oh! 614 calories burned too. I'm going to weigh myself next Friday morning, and have Friday be my check in day.
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614 calories. Wow! Glad you enjoyed it. It sounds like a lot of fun.
 
I've been able to increase my bike riding to a consistent 45 minutes. I am now riding along with a dvd that is showing a 100 mile ride. I am training for my first 25 mile ride in April. I think he says that should take 1.5 hours. So I am half way there :yay:

I'm going to stay at 45 minutes for the next week or 2 to build up my legs. I do plan on riding with him each time though because he switches gears and changes intensity. If I can do 25 miles in training though I should really drop some pounds, increase my stamina and tone up this body :yep:

I need to get some equipment so I can know how far and how fast I'm reading. I think it is time to treat myself :yep:

My eating and water are on point today. Haven't snacked at all. Had a light breakfast, 1 egg, 2 turkey bacon strips on a wheat flax roll. I think I said this already :lol: Then I ate 2 more pieces of bacon mid day and a few slices of apple. I just had my green smoothie. I drank 40 oz of water before 10 am. For dinner I am having a turkey burger, brussel sprouts and butternut squash.

I feel 150 right around the corner :yep:

And I am having a really good hair day. My rollerset came out wonderfully. I may have sweated it out with the bike ride though. Haven't looked :ohwell:
 
Hey I'm back. Haven't posted in a while but have been reading everyone's post.

So this month I will be at the gym 5 days a week while the little monster is at school. I also will be doing Turbo jam again. I enjoyed this program. This time my goal is to take less brakes and kick higher. Also I want to introduce light weight lifting.

I repurchased raw meal and purchased raw fit so I will see how that goes. Repurchased all my vitamins too.

I havent weighed in 3 weeks and I am hoping for 9 lbs... I will weigh tomorrow morning, fingers crossed.
 
My first time back in the gym last night was good. I realized just how weak I am and how much work I have ahead of me. I still pushed through and got my full workout in.

Day 1
Chest
Bench Press 4@12
Cable Crossovers 4@10
Back
Deadlifts with Bar or db
Wide grip pulldowns
Close grip pulldowns
seated rows
all 4@12
35 minutes of cardio on treadmill

I came home and washed my hair. I deep conditioned with APB white chocolate mask for an hour while I ate dinner. I used Komaza Curl Charmer LI and APB red velvet butter. I was too sore to set my hair so I banded my ponytail. This morning I am barely moving but I need to go to the gym today. Weight training is hard!! The only thing keeping me going is the results that I need.
 
I joined a gym in my neighborhood yesterday. Working out on campus has not been working for me, plus this cold makes me want to stay in doors and eat all the time. The gym is only 2 blocks away from my house, so I have no excuse. I have a wedding in DR in 11 weeks so I need to get it together!

Looks like I've retained an inch since January (now 15' at my nape). I'm getting Havana twists on Wednesday and I'm so happy to not have to do much to my hair for 6-8 weeks.
 
Well I got on the scale and. It. Read... 238.8 omg I lost 10.2lbs! I usually don't count the tenth of a pound but I was so surprised to be in the 230's. In total, I lost 21lbs since January. I'm hitting my goals... god I feel like I can do anything. I can do this!
 
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MayaNatural[/USER];19727645]My first time back in the gym last night was good. I realized just how weak I am and how much work I have ahead of me. I still pushed through and got my full workout in.

Day 1
Chest
Bench Press 4@12
Cable Crossovers 4@10
Back
Deadlifts with Bar or db
Wide grip pulldowns
Close grip pulldowns
seated rows
all 4@12
35 minutes of cardio on treadmill

I came home and washed my hair. I deep conditioned with APB white chocolate mask for an hour while I ate dinner. I used Komaza Curl Charmer LI and APB red velvet butter. I was too sore to set my hair so I banded my ponytail. This morning I am barely moving but I need to go to the gym today. Weight training is hard!! The only thing keeping me going is the results that I need.
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I think you will be surprised at how quickly your body adapts. When you start pushing your muscles they get the idea and the body does its thing. You will find yourself getting much stronger very quickly.

Make sure you do some type of stretching to keep your muscles elongated. It helps with the soreness. Get some Epson salt and do some soaks. Try 3-5 minutes of deep breathing after a workout, that also helps to eliminate lactic acid from the body.

Your fabulous body is on the way :yep:
 
jennwantslonghurr said:
Well I got on the scale and. It. Read... 238.8 omg I lost 10.2lbs! I usually don't count the tenth of a pound but I was so surprised to be in the 230's. In total, I lost 21lbs since January. I'm hitting my goals... god I feel like I can do anything. I can do this!
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That is fabulous jennwantslonghurr. 21 lbs is a big deal. :congrats:

You can definitely do this :yep:
 
jennwantslonghurr said:
Well I got on the scale and. It. Read... 238.8 omg I lost 10.2lbs! I usually don't count the tenth of a pound but I was so surprised to be in the 230's. In total, I lost 21lbs since January. I'm hitting my goals... god I feel like I can do anything. I can do this!
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21 lbs! Thats amazing. It must feel really good to see these numbers on the scale. Be aware of dreaded mr. Plateau. Yes you can do this.
 
I'm having a bad breakfast morning :lol: My coffee was too dark no matter how much cream I put in it. And my oat bran was running :perplexed: I guess I will start over.
 
ronie Thanks girl. Yea plateaus are basically inevitable :( but each month I plan to increase my physical activity. When I do hopefully it won't be for long.

Like the hardest part for me right now is actually working out and being consistant but I burn more calories based on my weight. Eventually, as I get closer to my goal I'll be stronger and well into my habit, but harder to burn those calories for sure.
 
faithVA said:
I think you will be surprised at how quickly your body adapts. When you start pushing your muscles they get the idea and the body does its thing. You will find yourself getting much stronger very quickly. Make sure you do some type of stretching to keep your muscles elongated. It helps with the soreness. Get some Epson salt and do some soaks. Try 3-5 minutes of deep breathing after a workout, that also helps to eliminate lactic acid from the body. Your fabulous body is on the way :yep:
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faithVA
Thank you for your support and advice. I will definitely follow your recommendation. I'm about to eat lunch then head to the gym. I'm pushing through the pain.
 
Stepped on the scale this morning and it was 150.? I look forward to breaking into the 140s at least by next week. I have an event on the 22nd. I would be nice to be at 145 so I can wear some of my dresses and look slimmer. I can wear them all now but I dislike all of the lumps. My breast and butt are big enough without all the extra :lol:
 
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