Hair Growth and Weight Loss Challenge 2015

[Prettymetty]

I don't know why I'm having such a hard time getting into the grove this time around. I'm trying to mostly eat protein, vegies and fruit but I'm' having a heck of a time letting go of my starchy delights. I just started taking a tsp of ACV again this morning and hopefully it will work like it has in the past with my carb cravings. Still no progress on the exercise front but tomorrow is a new day (I pray).

Acv for carb cravings. I'm taking note... I need all the help I can get.

 

[cynd]

Prettymetty

ACV helped me drop 15 lbs last year (although I gained them back). My doctor even said she thought it was due to the ACV.

 

[sharifeh]

I need to get back on this- I did 30 squats yesterday!

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[davisbr88]

cynd: I am definitely trying out that ACV tip! I have a bottle of Bragg's in my room just taking up space!

 

[cynd]

@cynd: I am definitely trying out that ACV tip! I have a bottle of Bragg's in my room just taking up space!

Bragg's is what I use davisbr88. I usually add it to a few ounces of water but when I'm lazy I just drink a spoonful straight then chase it with whatever I'm drinking at the time. Water is important because ACV is strong and can lead to erosion of tooth enamel over time. I hope it works for you.

 

[faithVA]

I'm going to set a mini goal to reach and maintain 145 by the end of February. And I will plan on doing 1 week of the Fast Metabolism Diet the first week of each month, so I will do my next round in March. That gives me enough time to prepare my meals for that week.

This morning I was 147.? My diet is still a bit off but will start to straighten it out this week

I got my 3 mile walk in last night and will start back on my parking deck walks today.

 

[hareluvah]

Question of the week:
What is one lesson you learned this week that you believe will help you in the weeks to come towards reclaiming your health?

Making one mistake, whether that means over eating or skipping a workout does not mean I have to abandon ship. Just keep at it and don't let set backs set you ALLL the way back. Basically do what you can. Like I tell my DD "do your best and forget the rest" (that's from the kids show Paw Patrol) The body inspiration thread and just lurking on this thread really help to keep me focused and encouraged.

 

[GettingKinky]

I lost weight last week and I finally realized why. Instead of working at my desk like I have for the past month, I worked in the lab. So I was a bit more active at work and more importantly I didn't snack at work. I had plateau'd at138-139 and now I'm 136-137. The mixed nuts with dried fruit was sabotaging me. I have to go back to bringing my own snacks. It's amazing the difference little things like that make.

 

[naptime]

My hair is very happy today...nice and smooth. I'm going to keep doing the rosemary rinses, in addition to the tea and coffee rinses I already do.

 

[Prettymetty]

This has been a pretty good day. I made some organic iced green tea earlier and it was soooo good. I ate a protein bar for breakfast, banana for a snack and a grilled chicken salad with salsa and avocado for lunch. Im eating chicken and broccoli for dinner.

I will do a lower body workout once the kids are in bed. My thighs have a nice shape, but I want to tighten and smooth everything.

 

[ronie]

I had plans to go to the gym this morning after work, but I just got disciplined by my director. I am so pissed and annoyed right now. Grateful to have a job with benefits, but it is aggravating to be a grown woman with a degree and getting reprimanded. It makes you feel so small. On the good side, I lost all my appetite. Going straight to bed.

 

[Prettymetty]

I'm still in bed. Dh took the kids to school so I could sleep in, but once they left I couldn't fall asleep

I am excited about today's weigh in. I have been really disciplined (except for the sour watermelon candies I ate last night). I'm off today so at some point I will work out.

 

[Eboni801]

I got up and worked out this morning. I got on the treadmill and did a walk/jog for 2.5 miles. My weight is up 2 lbs from last week. I know it's because I ate out all this weekend. It's been 7 months since I had my babies, my weight is close to where I was pre-pregnancy but dang it if everything doesn't just look so different. Especially my stomach. Sigh.

 

[naptime]

I'm sitting under the dryer after I set my hair with those great hourglass rollers I got from smores. I did a protein treatment with Nexxus Emergencee and then a deep condition over a tea/coffee rinse. I start my new job tomorrow, so I want to look cute. It took me a really long time to get it!

I also spent a while digging my car out of the snow. I was super tired so only did about 40 minutes of P90X core synergistics. I just didn't have any more in me.

Hubby has a work related function tonight, so my dinner will be scrambled egg whites with onion, peppers and kale.

I need to see some results!

 

[Prettymetty]

^^^I am due for an Emergencee treatment. I'm thinking about washing my hair soon. I usually keep my hair blown out for a month, but I'm only 2weeks in and a hot mess. I need a cheap wig to wear until I get my hair done again.

 

[naptime]

I am trying to find some cute bun or updo hair pieces for when my hair just won't cooperate. Because, really, that's just a reality, lol.

 

[Prettymetty]

Amazon has a lot of cute phony buns and updos. They even have those cute wrap around ponies. I want one, but I'm afraid the color/texture won't match

 

[naptime]

Hmm...I'm gonna hafta check that out.

 

[Prettymetty]

I did a bellydance workout tonight and it was intense. I almost gave up...

I had a protein bar and coffee for breakfast, a grilled chicken sandwich for lunch and a spring mix salad for dinner with brisket, chicken, cucumbers and tomatoes. It was the bomb.com. My mom is trying to lose 20 lbs so I made her a salad too. I feel so in control of my body and my appetite

 

[Prettymetty]

When it comes to losing weight what is your biggest obstacle?

For me it is my impatience. I am easily discouraged if I don't see the results I want when I want. Then I start thinking "I might as well eat whatever..." This time I won't stop trying.

 

[naptime]

When it comes to losing weight what is your biggest obstacle?

I think it's these darn hormones! I've lived all these years and not had to fight so hard with my weight... sigh. Hubby is also no help. He will scoop up a chip with some dip and put it right into my mouth, lol. I'm holding strong though!!

 

[Prettymetty]

When it comes to losing weight what is your biggest obstacle?

I think it's these darn hormones! I've lived all these years and not had to fight so hard with my weight... sigh. Hubby is also no help. He will scoop up a chip with some dip and put it right into my mouth, lol. I'm holding strong though!!

Lmao! My dh aint no help either. He made me a mini chocolate sundae earlier. And he has lost 20ish lbs!! It isn't fair

 

[faithVA]

Was wash day last night. Noticing improvements a little bit at a time. My ends are getting better and so is my crown.

Picked up some veggie chips for a healthy snack. I need to grocery shop and cook some healthy meals for the weekend so I can start next week off right.

But I am maintaining and weighed in at 147 this morning. Hoping to get to 145 by next weekend to fit into this dress.

I will do a 3 mile walk tonight, rest tomorrow and do my 4 mile walk on Saturday during training. Maybe tomorrow night I will do some strength training and some yoga. Yeah, that's a good idea.

 

[hareluvah]

Prettymetty
I think not enough info is out there about hormones and weight. I know most of my weight gain has been hormone related and I've had a lot of difficulty getting it off. But somehow my body seems to have normalized after having DS (as opposed to being pregnant withDD). You have made me very wary of getting my tubes tied :/

I know there is a separate mini callanteics challenge going on, but do any of you ladies incorporate that into your workout? I love Turbo Fire, Zumba but also want to incorporate some callanetics. The problem is, all the info I can find says to do it 3x a week and rest in your off days. Is it possible to do things like Zumba and or HIIT's on the off days? Or on the same days? I am actually currently injured and had to pull out of the Beachboy Challenge but am trying to formulate my routine so that as soon as I'm cleared I will know what to get into...

 

[Prettymetty]

^^^You can do zumba on your rest days. Rest days are really for strength training (muscles grow when they rest). You can do as much cardio as you want.

 

[hareluvah]

Oops, I forgot to include strength training. That is actually one of the few things I can do right now. So I would not be able to do strength training on a rest day???

 

[Prettymetty]

hareluvah no. On rest days you can do yoga, Pilates or cardio. You have to take a rest day after doing weights. The max is 3x a week for weights.

 

[Prettymetty]

I haven't had much of an appetite today and that is weird. I had a glass of tomato juice for lunch and I just forced myself to eat a tuna sandwich. I didn't have my morning coffee either...

I bet if I work out tonight my appetite will return with a vengeance Cardio makes me hungry

 

[davisbr88]

Hey, ladies!
I've been ghost! This week was RIDAMNDICULOUS!
I did binge once this week, but I am back on track.
My hair is really thriving with the water only method I started a little over 2 weeks ago, and I am just in love with how soft it is. I am in awe of my truly natural texture and how it pretty much does everything I've wanted it to do without being smothered under all the gel and oil, etc etc.

 

[Prettymetty]

I went ahead and got a wig so that I can focus on working out. I'm going to wear celie/plaits underneath and shampoo once a week. I think my hair grows best when my scalp is clean.