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Thanks Leslie. I am going to run this evening when my parents get home from work. I can leave the boys at their house long enough to run. I am going to make good eating choices today and drink LOTS of water!!! I too, am using my own music now instead of podrunner. I started a thread about my plastic surgery. Here is a link if anyone wants to keep up with that part of my journey. http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f12/renewedhope-headed-flatlands-76071/ You guys are truly the best. I love this thread. everyone is so real and so supportive!! Planing for a better day!! DH's favorite quote......"Hoping for a bright future without planning for today is like a farmer waiting for a crop having never planted any seed." I don't remember who said that, but it is a great quote. Today, I am going to plant seeds that will sprout tommorow!!! Thanks ladies!! Make it a great day!!

Congrats on the job interview, Kathy!! I will be praying for you. Georgia, Way to go on the 12 minute run!!!! That is awesome!! I am having the hardest time staying focused. I still struggle so much with this all or nothing mentality. I am either all in or all out! I so hate that about myself. Fortunately, since being banded, my all out periods are fewer and definately don't last as long, but I still struggle with it. If you went back and read my posts (don't) I almost sound bipolar. I can be so on one day and so off the next. This is especially frustrating right now. I went to the gyn yesterday and everything is set for my surgery on October 24th. I am having a mons lift, thigh lift, and tummy tuck. I am also having my tubes tied. Ok, I want to lose 18 pounds of fat between now and then. The surgery is AWESOME motivation, so why can't I seem to stay on track??? I ate poorly yesterday and didn't exercise. I have had more days like that than not the last week or so. What gives??? I have got to get my head screwed on straight and do this thing!!!

I'm staying on plan today because staying on plan is the only thing that REALLY works.

I'm with you tap. I am staying on plan because at some point I will quit losing and gaining the same 4 pounds, but only if i stay on plan.

Way to go Luluc!!! My reward for myself after running 5K is a running outfit, but with my TT just around the corner I am having a hard time forking out the money for new clothes. My BF bought me a really cute Addidas running outfit a couple of weeks ago. It is a size med and made to fit tight. It is a little snug yet, so I am not going to wear it at the run on Saturday, but I plan on sporting it with pride after my surgery. I think it will fit really well then!! I feel like I have had another mental shift. I have been struggling to stay focused the last few days, and it seems I woke up focused this morning! WOOHOO I pray it lasts!! New jeans usually do this for me!!

Ok, back to real life today. After church I decided to go run the course for the 5K that is Saturday. So off I go. I drove it after I finished and after 2.5 miles I walked 3/10 of a mile and then ran the rest. Ok, get this....My time..... 31 minutes 7 seconds!!!! I was so excited. I plan to work really hard this week. I am going to run Mon through Thurs and then take Friday off. My goal is to run the whole thing (surely I can run that 3/10 that I walked) in under 30 minutes. If I can do that I will be quite happy with myself. I am also listening to my playlist now instead of DJ Beatsmith, but the c25K with podrunner is definately the place to start!! I am amazed with the results. BTW, I broke down and bought the jeans. So, today I am wearing size 10 jeans and a medium shirt!! WOOHOO!! I look pretty darn cute in them. DH agrees!!

Ok, I know this is the 2nd time today, but I am having to remind myself OFTEN!! I am staying on plan today because I am halfway through the day on plan and I want to finish it strong!!!

I am staying on plan today because it is the only way to reach my goal!!

I am so crazy. I just looked at our local weather online and it appears that the eye of Ike is over our town now. LOL The wind and rain died down and I thought it had passed. If I understand right, it is calmer now because we are in the eye. There should be more rain and wind on the other side, but it shouldn't be as bad. I think??? Still, we are great and I think the worst for us is over.

We survived!! Tropical storm Ike did make his appearance in our little town. LOTS of wind and rain. No tornadoes. We even have electricity. It went out a couple of times but not for long. It is still very windy, but we even ventured out to Walmart tonight. All is well. The wind actually feels very good now. As for the people further south, it sounds like it is really bad. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

Thanks Kathy. It does look like a huge storm. I just watched the 10:00 news and they said for us to expect 6 inches of rain and in some places 10. Wind in excess of 40mph, and possible tornadoes. If you look as the storm heads to northeast Texas. You will notice when the tropical storm makes a turn to the right, that is where I live. We are really far north, so we will get nothing compared to south Texas, but for the first time that I can remember we are under tropical storm warnings. Pretty wild. It looks like the storming is gaining in strength. We will be fine. just keep praying for those in south Texas. Man, it looks like they are in for it!!

Georgia, So glad you are back. I have missed you so much!! Mamato, So glad to here from you. We are all thinking about you. Hoping things are lots better soon. I didn't run today. Ate chinese food tonight. What is up with me???? I have got to get my butt in gear. DH plays the guitar and sings. Today he bought me a tshirt that says, "Support Local Music...Sleep with a Misician" TOO funny. He really wants me to wear it. OMGosh!! It is a medium and fits, but it is a little tight in the boobs. Also, I fit in a pair of size 10 jeans. WOO HOO! ! I talked myself out of buying them because my TT is soon and then they won't fit, but I thought maybe trying on clothes would motivate me. It usually does. I bout a pretty shirt that is also a size medium. Now, I just have to get in gear. PS is too soon to slack off. We are gearing up for Ike. It should hit the coast tonight and the eye is supposed to go through here tommorow. It is goign to be moving fast, so our greatest threat is tornadoes. Today all the gas stations in town were packed. We filled up, bought groceries and got a little cash. I think we are good to go. They are also predicting 50 - 60 mph winds. If we have strong winds we usually lose electricity because our big beautiful east Texas trees fall on the power lines. So, if we lose power I won't be on for awhile, but I will be thinking of all of you. Maybe it will do like Gustav and move out of our direction. Looks like it is going to be a pretty big storm....

The podrunner really helped me alot in the beginning when we were doing shorter intervals. Knowing when to start/stop. now that we are running for longer periods of time, I prefer my own music. Singing in my head and knowing the words seems to help distract me from the monotony that running sometimes becomes for me. I don't even really care how far or long I run. As long as I am running and pushing myslef I am making positive changes in my life. I am trying to learn to listen to my body. I know when I have had a good workout and when I quit before I have pushed myself as far as I desire to. I don't need a watch or treadmill distance screen to tell me that. I am sooooo ready to beginning living without being so focused on pounds and minutes ran, etc. I just want to enjoy the journey more. Takes the stress away. I can't believe I am even typing that. It just seems that I am having a shift in focus, in a good way.

Kathy, YOu r pictures look great!! Keep it up. Leslie, You are NOT a failure. That is the stinkin thinkin that led to our being overweight to start with. You are losing weight like crazy. Yes, I hope you get back to the gym soon, but if you never run again you are part of this support group!!!!!! I miss your comments. No more lurking. I am no longer doing the c25K. I just get ont he treadmill and run. I thought about going to the next podrunner for the 8K, but I think I am going to stay right here for a little while. This thread has turned into so much more than a c25k thread, so don't you go ANYWHERE!!!! Way to go on the weightloss! I am still so stuck! I ran today. Only 25 minutes, but it was at 5.5 so that was pretty good. I need to slow down and run longer. maybe next time!!

I am getting off my rump and getting on the treadmill after this post. I am adding healthy carbs back. I just don't have the energy without them. I am running a 5K on Sep 20. I registered for it this week. i can't slow down now. Georgia, I hope you are getting settled in your new house. Sure do miss you!! Where is everybody!!! Mamato, Leslie, SugarBean, Bonnie, Tootie????? Whosya, what great running goals are you working towards these days?? I miss everyone's posts. Come guys, we can all do this, and if you aren't let us support you and help you get going again. I know I need a swift kick in the butt right now. Besides, if you are missing the x rated posts of Lyn and I lately then you are really missing out (or maybe we scared you away. LOL)

I'm staying on plan today because I haven't the last few days and I don't want to revert to old habits!

Jeannie, I don't remember which week it was, but I had a very hard time with the 20 minute run. It seems that we al reach a week that really stretches us. Once you get over that hump it seems to get better, not easy by any stretch, but more doable. Hang in there!! We are rooting for you!! I didn't exercise again today. I don't know what is up with me????? I am really tired too. My doctor recommended I go back to low carb/ reduced carb to get the last bit off before surgery. I think it is leaving me too zapped. Either that or I just need to get off my butt and do it!!

I must say, it was the most fun I've had on a 4 wheeler. :thumbup:

This is too funny. I also get a sore butt, especially when I am exercising. Sit ups, anything where I am lying on the floor. Also, if I sleep on my side I wake up with a very sore shoulder. It is an amazing feeling to start feeling bones. LOL Often when DH gets home from work I will say, "Look, I found another bone!!" I just love it!! I thought all I had was fluff.

BTW, I have had a non exercise, eating what I want kind of day. Oh my. It is rainy here and I have rearranged furniture and laid around all day!! I will get my butt in gear tommorow.

Kathy, I can relate to what you are talking about. I stay home as well. until a year ago I worked outside the home, and until the past few years earned most of our income. DH got a much better job and we decided that I should stay home. I made 50K a year, so this has been a big adjustment. It seems lately that money just gets tighter and tighter. I also get bumbed about it, but I know I am supposed to be home with the kids. Man i hate being broke. I have also been offered 2 jobs in the last month. DH thought I should turn them down. I love being at home. I would just love to relieve the financial burden a little. I have thought about working a couple of days a week. DH jsut really wants me at home, especially when he comes home to find me on the 4 wheeler. LOL

HeatherO, You weight loss is very impressive. I was losing really fast and seem to have hit a plateau. What does your routine look like?? Eating, exercise, etc. Congrats on your weightloss. You look great!!

I'm staying on plan today because I want to look my very, very best!!

Oh Lyn, That is soooo funny!! You always crack me up!! BEWARE......WAY TMI!!! Ok, It is probably way inappropriate to share this on this thread, but I just couldn't resist. You all will understand the significance of this more than anyone so I just have to share. Last night I put on my sports bra(it holds the girls up better than any other), a tight fitting tshirt and some of those very short cotton short (you know, the ones that don't even cover your backside). Ok, all dressed and ready for DH to come home. We love to ride 4 wheelers and DH's 4 wheeler is in the carport at the back of the house where he parks. When I knew he was fixing to be home I put a small banket over the 4wheeler and sat in a seductive manner on his 4wheeler. He got home and didn't even look toward the carport. As he walked by I wistled at him. The look of shock on his face was priceless. The rest I will leave to your imagination. This is SO out of character for me, but I have to say, I felt so attractive and free spirited. Last night he said that I have a sparkle in my eyes that has been gone for a long, long time, and that the fiesty spirit is coming back!! I told him that he better watch out, after my tt there is no telling where he might find me waiting for him!!:biggrin: Ok, planning to run outside today. It's raining. Will run on treadmill later. Cleaning house and rearranging furniture this morning!!

I went on to week 8 Kathy. I am like you, I like running distance better than interval. There is something about stopping and starting that breaks my momentum. My MIL just came and got the boys for the night. I am going to run outside when it cools off a little. DH will be home at 9:30 tonight. Maybe I will suprise him with a little "creativity" when he gets home. He and I all alone.....that never happens.