Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Just an update...
Hi everyone! Just wanted to post an update on how I'm doing. David and I walked the perimeter of our apartment complex last night. It took us 20 minutes to do it. We would've walked farther and longer, but it was dark and we didn't want to be out too long. We would've gone to the gym at our office, but the keys we have to get in after hours aren't working. I plan on exchanging them for new ones before the weekend. I don't normally do exercise on the weekend (my lazy time), but I think I'll do it on one of the days. I hope everyone else is doing well! Talk to you guys later! :)
Monday, October 1, 2007
NEW month, NEW challenge, NEW life
Let's go Healthy Hopefuls........
Our HH challenge has already started into the 3rd session of Healthy Hopefuls. This is a new month and it's time to re-focus and concentrate on your goals individually and as a group. Don't forget that the blog is here for everyone. It's beneficial to actively participate in the group. Facing this challenge together will help us push past the obstacles that stand in our way. If you need help, let us know. If you need motivation, let us know. We are all here for each other. Congratulations again to ALL Healthy Hopefuls for your commitment to the challenge during the 2nd session and continue to strive forward with us. Just 3 months until the end of 2007. LET'S SEE WHAT YOU CAN DO!!! :-)
Reminder for GSO HH members: As previously discussed, we will be meeting for dinner on Friday, October 5th for our weekly meeting. This is to celebrate our accomplishments thus far.
Out-of-town HH members: We love you all much. Since you are not here to celebrate here with us. Treat yourself to a nice dinner or maybe a new pair of shoes. This is to give yourselves a pat on the back for a job well done.
Our HH challenge has already started into the 3rd session of Healthy Hopefuls. This is a new month and it's time to re-focus and concentrate on your goals individually and as a group. Don't forget that the blog is here for everyone. It's beneficial to actively participate in the group. Facing this challenge together will help us push past the obstacles that stand in our way. If you need help, let us know. If you need motivation, let us know. We are all here for each other. Congratulations again to ALL Healthy Hopefuls for your commitment to the challenge during the 2nd session and continue to strive forward with us. Just 3 months until the end of 2007. LET'S SEE WHAT YOU CAN DO!!! :-)
Reminder for GSO HH members: As previously discussed, we will be meeting for dinner on Friday, October 5th for our weekly meeting. This is to celebrate our accomplishments thus far.
Out-of-town HH members: We love you all much. Since you are not here to celebrate here with us. Treat yourself to a nice dinner or maybe a new pair of shoes. This is to give yourselves a pat on the back for a job well done.
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Congratulations
Congratulations to Carol for being the winner of the 2nd round of Healthy Hopefuls. Carol lost a total of 10 pounds or 5.2 % of her beginning body weight. Runner-ups were Tamara with a 12 pound weight loss or 4.7% of her beginning body weight, Carlos with a 10 pound weight loss or 4.3% of his beginning body weight, and Brandy with a 7 pound weight loss or 3.2% of her beginning body weight. Carol won $88 for her all her hard work.
The 3rd session of Healthy Hopefuls will run 9/28/07 through 11/16/07. Good luck to all who choose to continue.
The 3rd session of Healthy Hopefuls will run 9/28/07 through 11/16/07. Good luck to all who choose to continue.
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Almost over (Just this 8 weeks)!!!!
Okay People. Sorry. I didn't get to post the minutes this week and I've been really busy with stuff, but I did want to take out a little time (I'm at work) to provide some need-to-know information.
I do want to congratulate Mrs. Pee for being the only person to lose weight this past week (reported). She lost 3 pounds. I'm trying to step it up this last week. This lady trying to win my money.
This is the last week of the 2nd Healthy Hopefuls session. It is imperative that you weigh in on Friday, September 21st or your results will not be entered into the competition part of Healthy Hopefuls.
We also are inviting new members for the next 8 week session. So....if you know someone that is interested, please let us know and provide us with their e-mail address and be sure they provide a start weight so that their progress can be properly tracked. You can also give them the blog address, http://healthyhopefuls.blogspot.com/, so that they can check us out and the support that we try to offer.
I wanted to say that I enjoy being in this group and I think that it helps motivate me to be conscious of the choices I make. We want everyone to feel included in the group and everyone to stay active in the group so that it helps to encourage others. We completely understand the time constraints of every one's lifes and schedules, but this is something that will help you in the long run and taking a few minutes out of your week (as quick as checking e-mail) is something that everyone can be a part of. If you aren't able to make it to a meeting, let us hear from you on the blog. The blog was setup to help our out-of-towners feel more connected to Healthy Hopefuls and simply to benefit the group as a whole. I love you all and I don't want to make this journey alone. If you feel like you need some time to re-group, take off this 3rd session so that you can be pumped to join us again....motivated....and ready to learn, grow and win some doe.
I hope everyone has an awesome week and I can't wait to report the winner of Healthy Hopefuls: Session 2 and revamp for the 3rd session.
"Victory belongs to the most persevering." ~Napoleon
I do want to congratulate Mrs. Pee for being the only person to lose weight this past week (reported). She lost 3 pounds. I'm trying to step it up this last week. This lady trying to win my money.
This is the last week of the 2nd Healthy Hopefuls session. It is imperative that you weigh in on Friday, September 21st or your results will not be entered into the competition part of Healthy Hopefuls.
We also are inviting new members for the next 8 week session. So....if you know someone that is interested, please let us know and provide us with their e-mail address and be sure they provide a start weight so that their progress can be properly tracked. You can also give them the blog address, http://healthyhopefuls.blogspot.com/, so that they can check us out and the support that we try to offer.
I wanted to say that I enjoy being in this group and I think that it helps motivate me to be conscious of the choices I make. We want everyone to feel included in the group and everyone to stay active in the group so that it helps to encourage others. We completely understand the time constraints of every one's lifes and schedules, but this is something that will help you in the long run and taking a few minutes out of your week (as quick as checking e-mail) is something that everyone can be a part of. If you aren't able to make it to a meeting, let us hear from you on the blog. The blog was setup to help our out-of-towners feel more connected to Healthy Hopefuls and simply to benefit the group as a whole. I love you all and I don't want to make this journey alone. If you feel like you need some time to re-group, take off this 3rd session so that you can be pumped to join us again....motivated....and ready to learn, grow and win some doe.
I hope everyone has an awesome week and I can't wait to report the winner of Healthy Hopefuls: Session 2 and revamp for the 3rd session.
"Victory belongs to the most persevering." ~Napoleon
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Come out, come out, wherever you are...
STRESS RELIEVERS:
I was reading an article in Heart Healthy Living, Fall 2007, entitled Stop Stress (in 60 seconds). A few suggestions include:
1. Sit in a quiet place for a moment and imagine yourself lying on a beach. Feel the sunlight on your body, hear the sounds of the ocean waves, smell the surf. Research has found that the same parts of the brain are activated when people are imagining something as when they're actually experiencing it.
2. Hug and kiss someone. Touch can help reduce stress-hormone levels and boost the immune system.
3. Put on some Beethoven or Bach. One study found that people who listened to classical music after a stressful task had significantly lower blood pressure than those who heard no music.
4. Chew a piece of gum. Studies show that chewing the stuff can actually change brain waves, improving alertness and concentration and reducing stress.
5. Eat yogurt. A study found that people suffering from exhaustion and stress improved after taking a probiotic supplement for 6 months. Probiotics contain the good bacteria found in yogurt.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: "It is better to give others a piece of your heart than a piece of your mind." (Author unknown)
I was reading an article in Heart Healthy Living, Fall 2007, entitled Stop Stress (in 60 seconds). A few suggestions include:
1. Sit in a quiet place for a moment and imagine yourself lying on a beach. Feel the sunlight on your body, hear the sounds of the ocean waves, smell the surf. Research has found that the same parts of the brain are activated when people are imagining something as when they're actually experiencing it.
2. Hug and kiss someone. Touch can help reduce stress-hormone levels and boost the immune system.
3. Put on some Beethoven or Bach. One study found that people who listened to classical music after a stressful task had significantly lower blood pressure than those who heard no music.
4. Chew a piece of gum. Studies show that chewing the stuff can actually change brain waves, improving alertness and concentration and reducing stress.
5. Eat yogurt. A study found that people suffering from exhaustion and stress improved after taking a probiotic supplement for 6 months. Probiotics contain the good bacteria found in yogurt.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK: "It is better to give others a piece of your heart than a piece of your mind." (Author unknown)
Tuesday, September 11, 2007
Hello People......
I hope that everyone is having a great week. Things are stressful for me right now, but I'm still exercising to balance out my stress eating so I'm kinda staying steady with my weight. Enjoy the rest of your week and I will talk to you soon. :-)
Friday, September 7, 2007
It's Friday!!
Hey all,
Another week down, and for me another pound down. Had a pretty good week. Only ran once this week, but I plan on running tomorrow am. Hope everyone's week went well.
Another week down, and for me another pound down. Had a pretty good week. Only ran once this week, but I plan on running tomorrow am. Hope everyone's week went well.
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