Sizzilng September Sleevers Monday Check In

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

Awesome Julie!!!! Congrats girlie, you are truly inspiring!!

Myself, I lost 1 Lb... not bad either, but I definitely know I can do much better. I know I might be eating too many calories, so I now have to start logging my intake. I really REALLY hate doing that!!! So, I'll get back on track quick.

I also need to get on that treadmill more!! I hate walking outside in winter, it's either way too cold or it's raining. I only did the treadmill 2x last week. That is NOT okay. I should be on it at LEAST 5x per week. I swear, I DO NOT lose unless I'm walking. I can do the elliptical, spinner, calisthenics, toning etc every day - but it won't come off faster unless I'm walking. Why? Who the heck knows!! What I DO know though is that is a fact.

I'm also coming up on the 2 weeks where I can lose big if I put my best face forward. That's me!! Christmas who? This girl is gonna Celebrate the Holiday for what it is, not for all the strings attached!!!

[juliarh 35]

You know, Irene, I figured that out too -- it kinda sucks because even though I enjoy the after-effects of exercising, I have to FORCE myself to go every time. sucks. But, I do know makes the pounds go away faster than sitting on my butt!

HOWEVER, it's good that you lost a pound!! HOORAY You're still on the losing track, my friend!

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

You know, Irene, I figured that out too -- it kinda sucks because even though I enjoy the after-effects of exercising, I have to FORCE myself to go every time. sucks. But, I do know makes the pounds go away faster than sitting on my butt!

HOWEVER, it's good that you lost a pound!! HOORAY You're still on the losing track, my friend!

Yep, losing that pound really gave me a boost! It posted on Sunday, but wanted to wait until my Wednesday weigh in to record it. I've also noticed I'm stepping on the scale way too much! I know I stress more when I do that - and stress is not good for me when trying to lose.

So... off the scale I stay until my Sunday weigh in with my Wii, and my official Wednesday weigh day!

Hugs my friend!! :grouphug:

[cherice95403 13]

I hope everyone had a great holiday and didn't eat too much! Here are my stats:

HW 248

SW 230

Last week-182.2

This Week 180.3

[iegal 460]

Wish I could truthfully report I did not touch my grandmothers homemade sugar Cookies made with Crisco. (yes it was good too) I will know the damage as I step on the scale tomorrow. My pants seem a little loose, but not enough to go down another size. Good news is another purge of the closet is due.

Happy with my sleeve and no regrets.

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

Cherice, as always - WAY TO GO!!!

Wish I could truthfully report I did not touch my grandmothers homemade sugar Cookies made with Crisco. (yes it was good too) I will know the damage as I step on the scale tomorrow. My pants seem a little loose, but not enough to go down another size. Good news is another purge of the closet is due.

Happy with my sleeve and no regrets.

ie, I think it's a normal human behavior. You know, its Christmas - and I'm sure any other day you are on target. So you had a cookie, no big deal. The big deal is where you go from there. Do you continue to eat the cookies every day, or do you move on from enjoying Christmas to getting back on track? Don't even worry about that!!

I also just did some purges in my closet. I'm fitting more and more clothes now in mine. It's just amazing!!! Once a month I go through all my clothes I couldn't quite fit last month, and even though I don't feel I've lost a whole lot lately my body seems to be shrinking a lot. I fit size 18 a bit large now, and 16's fit perfect. I'm starting to break into some of my 14's even. I've had a size 14 that I haven't fitted in for over 20 years!!!! I can now get them over my hips and butt, but I still can't quite button them so I'm getting there!!!

It's just awesome!!!

[juliarh 35]

Hey guys -- it was a good Christmas for me -- we had 21 people at our house -- it was a potluck dinner, so I did allow myself small bites of whatever I wanted. But, I couldn't finish hardly anything -- after getting the Protein in, that was about it. oh well -- couple of bites of pie and that's it. sigh. But I did go down .6 lbs -- not a whole bunch but something --

I have to admit my eating was off (not in a bad way) but when I was preparing for the dinner, etc., I just forgot to eat, so I know my body is holding onto Water (can see it in my ankles) -- so I've upped my water intake and am eating better. It's hard to remember to eat when you're not hungry!!

Onward and downward!!! Right??? Have a great day everyone!

[LilMissDiva Irene 3,282]

Howdy September Sleevers!!! Another week... another check in!!

I wonder where everyone is? It would be nice to see more posting here. Even if you can only post certain NSV's or just anything - all of it is GOOD and worthy of note!!

Hey Julia, no big deal. I only lost one single pound this last week as well. Boy I've been really REALLY on point these last few days and was hoping and hoping for at least another to show up, but nooo... LOL It's ok - I'm 100% back on track now after the Holidays which I won't lie, I'm very glad to FINALLY be past them. I really need to make sure I hit goal before next September rolls around!!! It's always been so hard for me to be good and lose weight, much less maintain during this time of year.

So that was me, I lost one pound, which is great!!! But the super good news is I'm back on track and feeling VERY determined. I had some awesome NSV's over this weekend so that one pound loss was added to other things. I'm just *this* close to fitting a pair of pants I haven't fitted in since I was a teenager! WOW!!! I just LOVE MY SLEEEEEVEEEE!!!!!!!!

Until next week SS'ers!!!

[juliarh 35]

You said it! I'm so damn happy for this sleeve I can't even begin to say how much -- just think, last year I would have gained 10 pounds, no kidding! And I continue to lose (even if it's just under a pound!) -- couldn't ask for more.

And, like you, I'm back on track -- Protein first, tons of Water, and exercise!! Very happy -- and the best thing is, is that the negative self-talk didn't come into play

Thank you SLEEVE!!!

[Labrys 3]

Labrys here...

Away from the scale and out of town so I don't really know anything on the weight loss stat. You folks are such an inspiration to me. This old bird is soooo happy with the weight loss thus far, can't wait to see how all this turns out. My family, who have not seen me in a while were really impressed. I just want to get on with it. I'm wearing clothes from the Goodwill now, as I know they are just stop gap clothes on my way down. I'll check in with some stats when I return home on Jan 5. I have shared some of the holiday fare so we'll see if there is a weight loss or now.

For now, just know that the support you all offer is most appreciated and helps keep me focused. I am sooo happy to have found this site and can share my journey with you. Blessed Be.

[cherice95403 13]

HAPPY NEW YEAR! I am so excited for what this year will bring. I know we will all reach our goal weight (whatever that may be). I am thankful that I have you ladies here to Celebrate my small successes with and so proud of us. It feels so odd to actually make it through the holidays and not be groaning at the scale My big excitement this week was becoming overweight lol My BMI is now under 30, which is so amazing to me. I never thought I would be so exceted to be overweight. Now I am dream of being "normal."

Here are my stats:

HW 248

SW 230

Last week-180.3

This Week 177.7

Pounds lost FOREVER-70.3!!

[juliarh 35]

Hey all! Labrys good to hear that you're feeling great!

Cherice Whoo whoo!! Great job Isn't it a great feeling knowing those pounds are gone forever???

I had a good week myself -- lost 5 pounds very happy -- we went on a mini trip around Paraguay, into Brazil and Argentina (they all connect at one point which made it easier than it sounds!) -- but since this area of the world is big into meat, I had no problem staying on my diet

So onward and downward!!

[settebee 11]

Hi everyone!

I missed checking in last week. Today I am exactly 14 weeks out today and here are my stats:

HW: 325

SW: 312

Current weight: 253! I'm down 10 lbs in two weeks! I'll check back with you guys next week!

[Labrys 3]

Labrys here... finally

Hooray for me! I reached my Jan 1 goal. I pretty much out of my clothes. I got a donation from a friend though. I've been working on rehabbing my house; getting it ready for sale. I also just returned from Mississippi and holiday visit with the family. We just love getting together. Anywhooo

I need to set my Valentine's day goal.

Sorry for the absenteeism, but I'm back in town and have access again to the ole puter.

[cherice95403 13]

Hi there...checking in a day early because I know my week is going to be crazy. Down 1.9 this week.

Julia and Settebee-that is an AWESOME weight loss! You guys are rocking the sleeve

Labrys-congrats on meeting your 1/1 goal!

Here are my stats:

HW 248

SW 230

Last week-177.7

This Week-175.8

Net change this week-down 1.9#

Pounds lost FOREVER-72.2!!!