Healthy_life2

ProudGrammy - Not teasing;) Dang sports injury. Like JamieLogical mentioned its typical with long distance. I have a race on May 7th and the 21st. My hope is they fall off before then. Christlnmo7 - A soak in epsom salt sounds good. I'm going to pick some up and talk a hot bath.

Jamie did you do your race yet?

Talk=Take

My race is tomorrow!

The days I'm not training I get in 1300 to 1500 calories in. Training I burn 700 to 1000 calories with cardio. Eating 2000 calories is comparable to grazing. I eat a normal portion when I feel space in my tummy I eat again. I eat from 7:00am I finish around 1:00am its a all day project.

I had lunch yesterday with a friend (he is also sleeved ) He finished his meal and had it boxed. He was sweet enough to wait for me to finish an entire plate of food.

Okay, that makes more sense then. I did an experiment a couple of days ago to see how many calories I could get in in one day. I managed to get just below 3000, but I had to eat 10 separate times and I had to eat a ton of CRAP. I felt terrible after, so I don't think that's a good long term solution for me. I was trying to figure out how I could "load up" on calories the day before one of my long runs. But after eating all the crap, I felt terrible and definitely not up for a long run. So I am going to have to figure out something else.

Balancing protein, fruit, vegetables and carbs for 500 cal for each meal so far is working. I cant stomach loading up on an all carb meal in one sitting. It make me feel crappy.

So true the guys look better with hair loss. I tell my husband its just more skin to touch. Not such a good look on me. Seems most people hair grows back six months after it started to shed. I was not so lucky. Had to laugh I need one with a bit of gray hair in it. I posted a quick picture of it. http://www.bariatricpal.com/gallery/image/86250-year-1/

Wow!! You look great and you'd never know you were wearing a wig!!

blushing* thanks

Oh my god. You guy's made my day! I will have to get a pic up. I have been Spanxless and spankless all day thanks Steve.

Babbs. Had a great time at fit one. Would love to grab some coffee if you have some free time.

https://results.chronotrack.com/event/results/event/event-14235?bib=14292

Good for you Jenn1. A goal you set was high and you got there, that's amazing. A great inspiration for the rest of us.

It was all about Christy Ally and Oprah. They have had WLS but are spokes persons for weight watchers etc...Just annoying

I didn't realize that Christy and Oprah had surgery.....maybe bait and switch issue since they are false advertising how they lost it?

In the grocery line or at the Drs office is the only time I read my trashy magazines. Just the headline. as I passed.

GOOD!!

I guess you are back on the invitation list?

Back on the invite list for now....The drama in the neighborhood HOA has mellowed out.

I have always worn a lot of black so I am not giving it up now. I love to add color to a pair of black pants or skirt!

Not slimming on me either actually. I liked white.

I am too clumsy for white

Babbs. Thanks so much. I'm so happy you are so close to goal. Hope you celebrate big.

Congrats! You rock.

Thank you so much!!!

I am jumping on the pic demand train.

Jamie You are an instigator. Lol I think I need a drink or two to be brave enough for that my friend.

I'm in my late 40's girls. If I show you better believe you better give me your pics!!!!!

Thanks. This is a new NSV at 2 years out. Still pinching myself.

Quite a high bar is before you. Easier said than done. I wish you much success and happiness with this new challenge.

May the NSVs keep coming. There's always a surprise up ahead

Gowalking mountaingirl. She is one of the many family members I did not tell about my WLS. She seen me at a family event last August. I was 40lbs down. Her first comment when she saw me was..... "what a transformation" She has never had weight issues. I now weigh less than my step daughter. Family has seen a few photos. I'm understanding of peoples responses when they have not seen the gradual change. Just don't want my weight to be a topic while she is here to visit.

But of course it will be since she might not even recognize you. If you don't want it to be a topic of discussion during the visit you might want to consider discussing it with her in advance.

She was supportive until now. The issue seems to be I weigh less than her now. Again she is a healthy weight. It's the initial shock that gets me. Moving on with her stay. I'm over it

Kathy, You are too good to me. Yes I am in my fabulous forties and I'm also a new grandma. I just bought a jogging stroller to take my grandson out on my next 5K..

lol I guess I am a proudgrammy

Congratulations! You are a true inspiration!

Jenn1, they always could see your flaws, but now they can also see your success. When you stand in front of the audience, remind yourself of how awesome you are and tell yourself that few in the audience could do what you have done.

IcanMakeit is so so right. I'm sure it's scary but you need to think positive even though it's not in our nature. I know you will do fantastic tomorrow!

Thanks for having my back Gowalking and Icanmakeit. Not walking away from the challenge to overcome my little fear.

I'm so sorry. It takes so long to grow it back (hug)

Dang! So sorry to hear this. Pity party on, Wayne!!!

It'll grow back and I'm sure you still look great!

I'm jealous. It's been too cold for my hubby to participate in things with me... Still pushing him *smile*

Woohoo!!!! Get it girl.

Xs! You go girl, I wanna be like you when I get younger (lol).

Jenn, I looked at your stats and you are rocking that sleeve! I'm going to private message you, I need to ask you some questions.

Just checked the news today they are asking residents to evacuate that live 10 miles away from the winery. The fire is 11% contained...No cancellation yet...Why am I so optimistic. It would be an experience to run next to the vineyards with a wild fire in the distance.

I was thinking of you today while driving north from CA to Oregon. We drove through so many miles of thick smoke from wildfires. In some places, just breathing was challenging.

Made 3rd place for women in my age group. 33 overall out of 586 runners. I'll take it.

I am dreading that first time...I would be scared sh!t/e$$

Oh yes..Not pleasant. I recommend a flu shot.

Hope you feel better. I've thrown up twice from eating too fast, not fun...

Correct form. Some machines don't fit a woman's frame. I used a exterior oblique machine to strengthen my core. It will build muscle to make your mid section thick (straight up and down waist) Not an hourglass shape. Who knew...lol

Oh okay. That is nice your gym has a class like that. I read this article a long time ago https://www.t-nation.com/training/sexy-female-training and talked to some trainers. It talks about how Britney screwed up her midsection overtraining her abs. It is an interesting read if not entirely accurate.

It was interesting. I have been on body building.com. I'm not sure if I'm looking for sexy or athletic workout for my body type.

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/womans_lean_sexy_bible.htm

I assume that's similar to our "Relay For Life" out here?

I did this a couple of years ago...

You're supposed to enter a team to walk for 24 hours and get sponsorship...

I did it as my own team...

http://www.queanbeyanage.com.au/story/2073196/going-it-alone-for-a-cause/

Loved the article. It is similar to Relay For Life. Race for the cure is to raise funds for breast cancer. My Mother passed away in 2013. She was my main reason why I had surgery. Every year, I run race for the cure for mothers day . All in memory of her.

Let me know next time...

I'll sponsor you a few Australian dollars...

Indeed...

me too

Why can't they be simple ?

Riddle me this?

Seems like they each have unique hurdles.....some hurdles seem insurmountable....until they aren't.

Wishing you the best on this day !!!

Oh, no! Get better soon!

Heal quickly!!!

ahhhh bud, why you?? you'll be back on the "run" soon - feel better

What a happy report!!! I think I'll copy you! Thanks for the upbeat inspiration girlie! You rock!!

ME TOO!!! Today has been AWESOME!!! I'm following you both!! I feel great!!

good health and happiness are all they are cracked up to be!! spread the wealth. can be contagious. kathy

So was my peach cobbler & still managed to lose a little over a pd. After a 4 week stall!

I had my first taste of pumpkin pie when I was in my 30's and, lo!, a reason to live.

Desert is a simple pleasure in life. Glad all of you also enjoyed Thanksgiving. Next is Christmas. I'm thinking about making a dinner menu. What do I want to indulge on next.

As it should be

Clothing addition! So many cute things to try on. Now I'm hunting for shoes and boots for the season.

Find something else to do as a stress reliever. Walk, exercise, put a rubber band on your wrist and snap. ANYTHING!!

Chug water