OPERATION GETTIN' LESS JIGGLY WITH IT

Weekly Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-11-10T20:30:00.000-06:00

Starting Weight: 138.2
Weight Last Time: 134.8
Current Weight: 134.2
Overall Weight Loss: 4
Percentage: 2.98%

Strides: Well, I've kind of fallen off the wagon. I have lots of excuses. If you're interested, let me know, and I can tell you all about it. :) I've still been trying to eat right/light. I also started back on the treadmill before I got sick. I want to figure out how to fit that into my schedule on a regular basis.

Stumbles: It's been a long time since I posted, and I've only lost 0.6 pounds. Not stellar. I also feel flabbier. UGH!!! We're coming up on pie season, so I need to get my butt in gear.

Goals: Post my weight once per week until the end of this competition. Get on the treadmill at least 3 times per week. I'm not even halfway to my goal weight -- I still need to lose 6.2 pounds. :(

Weekly Update: Toula

2009-11-03T21:21:00.001-06:00

Pounds lost this week: no loss...but also no gain
Total pounds lost to date: 14
Your percentage of total weight loss: 8.3
Strides: Umm...I ate fairly healthy, minus the burger and fries at lunch today
Stumbles: Dodgeball on Thursdays has been my only workout, and that lasts about 10 minutes max. A LOT of Diet Coke and eating out for lunch when I'm at clients.
A weekly goal for yourself: Drink more water. Work out -- for real.

Weekly Update: The Bride

2009-10-25T20:49:00.000-05:00

Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 2.1
Your percentage of total weight loss: .9%
Strides & Stumbles: Have no fear, I'm alive. Its taken this long in the school year for me to get adjusted and actually have time to think about working out and eating right. Also with the weather taking a turn for the better (knock on wood) I have much more time to myself to workout. So I'm back on the wagon. I worked out 3 times this week.... it felt good!! It is a great school stress reliever. My wedding dress was ordered and arrived the past week...another great reason to get on the treadmill. As of now, it fits perfectly... so I wanna see how I can change in the next 9 months... 9 MONTHS, is all I have as of this Saturday till the big day! I've been eating healthier lunches and drinking tea instead of pop.
A weekly goal for yourself: Drink more water. Exercise at least 5 times.

Weekly Weigh-In: Munchkin

2009-10-25T20:47:00.003-05:00

Starting weight:  150.2 (I think).
Current weight:  149.6
% weight lost:  0.4%

I'm back and I'm serious baby.

So after a small sabbatical So after a small sabbatical and fighting off
several illnesses, I'm back in the game.  Mostly because I have a large
side bet going with the bride, and I'm sick of feeling like crap.  I
just feel better on a day to day basis when I work out regularly.  My dress
pants that I wear on a daily basis used to fit very nicely, maybe even be a
little big and now I suck in to button, hook, and zip.  The high waist of said
dress pants can no longer cover up the snow tire sized muffin issue I got
going on.  I got no plan this time, but it's going to involve winning that bet!!

Weekly Weigh-In: Toula

2009-10-25T20:46:00.001-05:00

Pounds lost this week: 1
Total pounds lost to date: 14
Your percentage of total weight loss: 8.3
Strides: My mother had to take IN a pair of pants while she was here this weekend! My pull up bar finally came in the mail, so I have rededicated myself to Tony. Also, I'm not buying crap at the grocery store and have replaced ground beef with turkey in everything.
Stumbles: Too many beers this weekend and nachos late on Saturday (but they did have fresh avocado slices on top.) I'm not working out enough. Having free Diet Coke at the office abolished the one pop a day rule.
A weekly goal for yourself: Drink more water. Work out when I get home everyday.

Weekly Weigh-In: The Mrs.

2009-10-13T21:25:00.002-05:00

Your starting weight: 137.2
Your weight last week: 137.2
Your current weight: 136.2
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 1.0
Your percentage of total weight loss: .73%
Strides & Stumbles: I know I've been preaching the "It's not about the reading on the scale but how I feel about myself that's important" sermon. Well, guess what? That's a load of bull because after multiple weeks of exercise and admittedly half-hearted attempts at a diet I'm more than a little annoyed that to date I'm only down one pound. I want to see 130, damn it! That being said, I am pleased with the changes I'm seeing even if the scale is being a catty who-ur. I've been working out five days a week for the last three weeks, implemented a weekly run in on either Saturdays or Sundays, and have tried to do my ab workout at least three nights a week. Of course today I'm incredibly sore after a Wii Boxing throwdown with my mom & Shortcake, so maybe all this working out isn't doing as much I thought. Although I'm not eating horribly (minus three trips to a fast food restaurant last weekend) there's DEFINITE room for improvement. I'm a broken record, but I need to intake more water, fruits & veggies.
A weekly goal for yourself: Workout five days this week. More water. At least two fruits/veggies a day. Continue ab routine (crunches, etc.). HEALTHIER EATING! (Do you sense I'm on repeat here?)

Weekly Weigh-In: Katie

2009-10-13T21:24:00.000-05:00

Your starting weight: 140
Your weight last week: 137
Your current weight: 136
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 4
Your percentage of total weight loss: 2.86%
Strides & Stumbles: I haven't done anything that's good for me. Too much tail-gating, absolutely no exercising, I've basically been worthless. My only positive is that I've been so busy, I hardly have time to eat, so I'm still somehow losing weight. But I'm starting to feel lethargic and it's time to get my butt back into gear. I went to the gym tonight and ran 3 miles and it felt great!
A weekly goal for yourself: Make it to the gym a couple of times to get some more runs in. Also, do some ab workouts, as my tummy is starting to feel a bit soft. Eat at least semi-healthy over the weekend. And NO BEER!

Weekly Weigh-In: Toula

2009-10-08T20:23:00.001-05:00

Pounds lost this week: 1.5
Total pounds lost to date: 13
Your percentage of total weight loss: 7.4
Strides: I'm eating smaller portions and more well balanced meals. I'm also eating breakfast everyday which seems to help, who knew? All my dress pants for work - which were snug last year - are too big.
Stumbles: I couldn't tell you the last time I worked out. Does walking around the office and up and down my apartment stairs count? Waking up at 5:00am and getting home between 6 and 7pm makes me go home, eat dinner, and go to bed. I'm hoping once my body adjusts to my new, grown-up schedule, I'll be able to work out when I get home.

A weekly goal for yourself: Get back on the P90X bus.

Weekly Weigh-In: Katie

2009-09-30T19:37:00.001-05:00

Your starting weight: 140
Your weight last week: 138
Your current weight: 137
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 3
Your percentage of total weight loss: 2.14%
Strides & Stumbles: Ugh. Only ran once... and it was not a good run. No yoga, no ab workouts. Ate lots of crap and drank an obscene amount of beer over the weekend... only lost a pound bc I've been too busy to eat since Sunday night. Bad week. Was lazy, didn't make time for running, and just lost motivation. This whole getting dark early thing is really screwing with me.
A weekly goal for yourself: Do anything. I need to run a few times, and it'd be nice to get a run in during our visit to Mitch and Tina this weekend. I fear for what I'll eat in the Northlands as Tina always has goodies prepared. Honestly... I'll do whatever Gizmo tells me to do.

Weekly Update: Toula

2009-09-29T21:57:00.001-05:00

Pounds lost this week: 2.5

Total pounds lost to date: 11.5
Your percentage of total weight loss: 6.8
Strides: I'm continuing to lose weight, somehow. Since moving, I walk to more places. I have started to eat breakfast everyday and lighter meals for lunch.
Stumbles: The only time I saw Tony Horton this week was on late night infomercials which means I did not work out at all. So much for my goal last week. I dug into some mini Snickers and Twix bars. I neglected the one-pop-a-day rule. I need the caffeine. Studying for the CPA Exam I'm taking Friday is consuming my life, and the stress is building.
A weekly goal for yourself: Focus on my exam, then get back to Tony every day. Lay off the chocolate and drink more water.

Weekly Update: The Mrs.

2009-09-29T20:45:00.002-05:00

Your starting weight: 137.2
Your weight last week: 137.2
Your current weight: 135.6
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 1.6
Your percentage of total weight loss: 1.17%
Strides & Stumbles: I've been committed to my workouts, getting in at least 20 minutes of exercise at least five days a week for the past two weeks. The scale doesn't really reflect the (small) changes I see when I look in the mirror, but I'm okay with that. If I can look good (and feel good) in my dress at our friends' wedding this weekend, does it really matter what the scale is reading? Although the exercising is going in the right direction my diet is not. I'm struggling with that part of Operation Less Jiggly all around.
A weekly goal for yourself: Workout five days this week. More water. At least two fruits/veggies a day. Start daily ab routine (crunches, etc.). HEALTHIER EATING!

Weekly Update: Mr. MC

2009-09-29T20:44:00.002-05:00

Start weight 212.5

Last week 211.8

This week 211.3

Total lost 1.2 or .56%

Stumbles - I have really been focusing on my fantasy team instead of my fantasy weight.....

Strides....well you will have to ask the Mrs. or her brother

Weekly Update: Ashley Olson

2009-09-29T20:44:00.001-05:00

Can this be my BYE week? Or, can I use my mulligan?

Strides: None

Stumbles: not focused on anything when it came to OGLJWI. So….everything proved to be a stumble

Goal for this week: Get back on track.

Weekly Update: Mitch

2009-09-29T20:43:00.001-05:00

I have been neglecting my Gettin’ Less Jiggly With It updates, but I have been weighing in every week. So far I have re-gained the one pound I lost in Week 1 but I have also been out of town for work for 2.5 weeks. During that time I have been eating a majority of meals out and haven’t gained any weight. That is encouraging and when I get home on Friday I hope that I can settle into a good routine.

Weekly Update: Mrs. MC

2009-09-29T20:42:00.000-05:00

Starting Weight: 138.2

Last Week's Weight: 136

Current Weight: 134.8

Amount Lost This Last Week: 1.2

Overall Weight Loss: 3.4

Percentage: 2.46%

Strides: I finally lost some weight!!! I've tried to continue my core work and get some walks in. I've done pretty well this past week at lunch, cut back on the snacking after school, and have stayed snack-free after supper.

Stumbles: Weekends -- we eat poorly and a lot.

Goals: No snacks during snack time at school this week. Tough when it's sitting right in front of me, though!!! More water. More exercise. Lose at least 1 pound this week.

Weekly Update: Tina

2009-09-29T06:40:00.004-05:00

Pounds Lost Over Two Weeks: 5

Percentage of Weight Loss: 6.13%

Strides: I took a walk almost every day this past week with Gizmo, and I started my Biggest Loser Power Sculpt DVD. The warm-up about kicked my butt, but I did part of it. I'm slowly easing my way into that. My muscles are sore, but I'm feeling good.

Stumbles: Cupcakes.

Goals for the week: We are having a lot of company this month, which usually means eating out and making big breakfasts. I want to make smart choices when out and not overeat, continue to work out and add strength training into my routine, and drink lots of water.

Weekly Update: Juli

2009-09-26T19:13:00.001-05:00

Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 1

Your percentage of total weight loss: 2%

Strides & Stumbles: I took 30 seconds off my best 5K time since having kids at the Harvest Days 5K! I'm very happy for that. It shows my dedication to getting up early even without anyone to bug me as well as a product of losing weight.

However, despite my best efforts, my mother is a good cook and I indulged too much while staying there the whole weekend. I need a plan for special occasion eating. Still lost weight this week, so it wasn't too bad. Also, the kids are all sick and so getting to the grocery store has been hard and we are low on healthy food in the house.

A weekly goal for yourself: Go to the store today for fresh fruits and veggies. Pick a new goal race. Take back my water bottle from my hubby.

Weekly Update: Toula

2009-09-26T19:12:00.000-05:00

Pounds lost this week: 4

Total pounds lost to date: 9
Your percentage of total weight loss: 5.3
Strides: I thought I would stay the same weight, if not gain, after all I ate and drank this weekend. I did eat "better" this HD than in the past; I think I was more conscious of what I was consuming and not eating if I wasn't hungry. Apparently playing softball for 2 days, running behind a bar for 10.5 hours, and making countless trips up and down stairs with boxes in hand burns a lot of those unintended HD calories.
Stumbles: I drifted from P90X after the beginning of the week (the excitement of HD must have gotten to me.) I drank (much) more booze, pop and sugary lemon drinks than water.
A weekly goal for yourself: Drink more water. Use P90X as a study break every day.

Weekly Update: Katie

2009-09-26T19:11:00.001-05:00

Your starting weight: 140
Your weight last week: 140
Your current weight: 138
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 2
Your percentage of total weight loss: 1.43%
Strides & Stumbles: Forced myself to make time for 2 runs this week... a solid 4 miles for one of them. Didn't make 3 runs, but 2 was ok. I didn't make it to yoga, BUT I did do a couple days of ab/core workouts, along with some light arm weights a few nights. I made an effort to eat healthier (although the Urbana Chili and Beer Fest didn't help... but man, it was good!), and drank more water at work instead of pop.
A weekly goal for yourself: Same as last week - get in 3 runs, 3-4 miles each. Do yoga with Boston one morning. Do ab crap at least 3 days. I'd love to drop another couple of pounds.

Weekly Update: Mrs. MC

2009-09-22T20:44:00.000-05:00

Starting Weight: 138.2

Weight Last Week: 135.4

Weight This Week: 136.0

Total Lost This Week: +0.6

Total Lost Overall: 2.2

Stumbles: This sucks, although it's my own fault. Last week was rocky, and I made poor food choices and didn't exercise much. I rededicated myself Friday night and have done better since then.

Strides: Instead of a corn dog, I ate a chicken breast sandwich at HD. Also, I had two good walks (doing stairs with it last night), worked with arm weights and thigh master at work, and did some core work. I need to keep this up and continue to watch my diet. We went out to eat several times last week, which I CANNOT do anymore.

Goals: I WILL NOT eat out at work this week. I will keep to my low cal lunch and have only a low cal snack after school. I will continue with my walking, stairs, core, etc. I swear I will lose something (anything) this week.

Weekly Update: Mr. MC

2009-09-22T20:43:00.000-05:00

Start weight 212.5

Last week 212.8

This week 211.8

Total % lost .5%

I burned a lot of calories Sunday night checking the fantasy scores every time Peyton Manning and Ronnie Brown scored!

Weekly Update: Juli

2009-09-21T21:36:00.000-05:00

Total pounds lost:3

Percentage of weight loss:1.5%

Stumbles: A little too many sweet treats.

Things that went well: I have seemed to established the right amount of exercise, not too much so I'm overly hungry and exhausted, not too little. And I'm getting up and actually doing it on my own.

Goals: I've been working for a personal best since having kids at the Harvest Days 5K. I need to pick another goal race or event to keep me motivated. And always more fruits and veggies.

Weekly Update: Katie

2009-09-16T19:45:00.001-05:00

Your starting weight: 140
Your weight last week: 140
Your current weight: 140
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 0
Your percentage of total weight loss: 0
Strides & Stumbles: Well, as evidenced by those solid numbers, I really didn't get my schedule or routine figured out. I DID make sure to not eat as much fast food this week, packing a lunch for those busy days and drinking more water than pop. My motivation is not a problem, I'm honestly dying to go for a run... I just need to get my routine figured out. I need to schedule into my days time to run or work out. I got a great 4-mile run in over the weekend, and it felt amazing. I just need to do that about 3 more times each week.....
A weekly goal for yourself: Get in 3 runs, 3-4 miles each. Do yoga with Boston one morning. Do ab crap at least 3 days.

Weekly Update: Jen

2009-09-16T19:44:00.003-05:00

Your starting weight: 136.6

Your weight last week: 136.8 (thanks to
those cookies and Culver's)

Your current weight: 134.4

Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 2.2

Your percentage of total weight loss: 1.61%

Strides & Stumbles: Well, I've concluded that
I am physically incapable of refusing cookies, candy
or ice cream if it is offered to me.  I have also
concluded that I have a hard time saying no to food
that is not good for me that I just plain old want
to eat.  That being said, I am thankful for my
metabolism and the fact that one to two times per
week on my yoga mat seems to be helping me keep
some of the sin of my indulgences off.  In the
past 2 weeks I've only been able to do yoga a few
times, since I haven't been feeling too well.
But things are looking up for this week.

A weekly goal for yourself: A little less sugar,
a little more workout.

Weekly Update: Toula

2009-09-16T19:44:00.001-05:00

Pounds lost this week: 1
Total pounds lost to date: 5
Your percentage of total weight loss: 3
Strides: I like doing P90X; it gives me extra energy (sometimes so much I can't sleep.) I drank more water than pop and ate healthy meals during the week. I surprisingly lost a pound despite my stumbles...
Stumbles: Munchkin and I together on weekend = lots of beer and late night McDonalds = lack of desire/motivation to work out.
A weekly goal for yourself: Continue to be faithful to Tony. Keep my intake of corn dogs, cotton candy, and lemon shake-ups to a minimum this weekend. Work out enough to balance these inevitable HD consumptions.

Weekly Update: Ashley O.

2009-09-16T19:43:00.000-05:00

Total Weight Lost: 1.12%

Strides: Again, I was more aware of what I was eating this week and I did the 30 Day Shred 3 nights. My numbers didn’t show it, but…I tried to get into a routine with my eating and my exercising. I also could feel it in my legs and arms, so I know it was working.

Stumbles: I started off doing good, but then I faltered as the weekend approached. My numbers didn’t show it at the beginning of the week so I was not as motivated through the weekend.

Goal for this week: Eat healthy and do some sort of physical activity at night. I need to remember even though my numbers may not reflect it, the exercise is still doing something. And, if don’t get lazy on the weekends, I may see the results on Tuesday that I anticipate.

swanny Week 2

2009-09-15T21:22:00.002-05:00

Your starting weight: 252.4

Your weight last week: ?

Your current weight: 247.4

Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 5

Your percentage of total weight loss: 1.98% ( that's it?!)

Strides & Stumbles: Injury on Saturday. About a mile into my run, my left calf started to hurt. A little further on, I stopped to stretch my calf, thinking I could work out whatever was going on. It was not to be: I started running again, and couldn't go ten steps. Hurt too much to continue and I had to walk home.

A weekly goal for yourself: Today, is the first day I've been pain-free. Going to hit the road again tomorrow. I'm trying to run three times this week. Gym work starts next week.

Weekly Update: Mr. MC

2009-09-15T20:35:00.000-05:00

Weighed 212.8 lbs again this week.

0% for the week

gained .3 lbs overall or .1% to the bad

Strides: None. It was a Jay Cutler week here at the MC ranch

Weekly Update: The Mrs.

2009-09-15T20:23:00.003-05:00

Your starting weight: 137.2
Your weight last week: 137.2
Your current weight: 136.2
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 1
Your percentage of total weight loss: .73%
Strides & Stumbles: It seems like the trend is an awesome start to the week in terms of exercise but by Thursday my energy level & motivation slides resulting in little to no workouts for the second half of the week. Busy weekends have not helped matters either in exercise or healthy food choices. A bachelorette party and wedding shower on Saturday will not help matters (ironically, the very reason I had motivation to start OGLJWI).
A weekly goal for yourself: Workout five days this week. More water. At least two fruits/veggies a day. Start daily ab routine (crunches, etc.).

Weekly Update: Mrs. MC

2009-09-15T20:20:00.000-05:00

Starting Weight: 138.2

Weight Last Week: 135.2

Current Weight: 135.4

Total Lost: 2.8

Percentage: 2.03%

Strides: I've continued to do pretty well cutting down on the snacking.

Stumbles: I haven't found a lot of time for exercising. I need to work on that. I knew I had probably gained a little, but I'm actually not sure why. I'm still doing about the same things as I did the first week -- maybe that was just a fluke, and I'm going to have to work harder. I'm hoping to see a better number next week.

Goals: Exercise a little more and increase the water this week.

Weekly Update: Munchkin

2009-09-15T20:18:00.002-05:00

Starting weight:  149.2
Weight today:  148
Percentage weight loss:  0.8%

Strides:  P90x is working and I'm not following the diet,
but I'm consciously eating healthier and less of it.

Stumbles:  I didn't do P90x everyday like I should've partially
because work is insane (being the rookie sucks) and last weekend
I went home for the wedding which means driving through
somewhere on the way home and lots of beer and some
"whoops McDonalds" trips at two in the morning.

Goals:  Once I get this topic discussion done for Thursday
I'm kicking it up a notch.  I was in the Cath lab today and saw what
happens to overweight/obese people, plus I saw these people covered
in nothing but a sheet and I DO NOT want to look like that. I've started
watching "The Biggest Loser" as inspiration.

Weekly Update - Tina

2009-09-14T20:48:00.002-05:00

Starting Weight: Not admitting it!

Pounds Lost: 8 pounds in two weeks!

Percentage of Weight Lost: 3.69%

Strides: This breast-feeding thing certainly burns those calories! Having a newborn means not necessarily eating at normal times, but eating when you can, so I feel like I'm not eating a whole lot. Also, there isn't a lot of junk food in the house, and I've been pretty good about making sure I eat veggies.

Struggles: I haven't been able to really do any physical activity, but today my doctor cleared me to start taking things easy. Gizmo and I will be taking daily walks, and I look forward to building my stamina so that I can start running after my six-week checkup.

To date, I have lost about 26 of the 50 (!) pounds I put on during my pregnancy, and my goal is to shed the last 24 by the wedding. Let's go!

Weekly Update: Katie

2009-09-08T22:13:00.001-05:00

Hello all, sorry I'm a week late... I have no excuses other than I suck. But I'm stoked to join the round... I've lost some weight over the past year and would like to continue it and keep it off!

Your starting weight = 140
Weight Loss Goal = Get under 130 (I'd love to say I weigh 1-twenty-ANYTHING); and I'm training for the Illinois Half-Marathon next May
A weekly goal for yourself - I want to run at least 3 times this week. I was doing great all summer running on a regular basis but since classes started back up and my workload has increased I'm completely out of my routine. Motivation isn't a problem, I'm at the point where I enjoy my evening runs, I just haven't gotten my schedule worked out yet. I want one of my runs to be 4 miles. I need to eat more healthy (again, routine problems) and I want to go to morning yoga at least once.

Weekly Update: Mary Kate Olson

2009-09-08T22:01:00.001-05:00

Total Weight Lost: ZERO

Strides: I worked out everynight except for Thursday...and Sunday...and Monday. I was certainly more aware of what I was eating...but didn't take great measures to limit it. And, even though I didn't lose any weight....I was okay with it considering that I weighed in the day after the holiday.

Stumbles: Too much beer. Too much food. Not enough water.

Goal for this week: Limit the beer. Limit the food. Drink more water. And work out at least 5 days.

On a side note....I made a Zucchini Soup tonight...chuck full of veggies! But...I also made a Zucchini cake....

Additional goal for this week: Eat the soup...not the cake.

Weekly Update: Mr. MC

2009-09-08T22:00:00.001-05:00

Gained .3 lbs for the week to push me to 212.8lbs net gain of .1%

Strides - Almost finished large Rozatties Pizza by myself on Saturday

Stumbles - Almost finished large Rozatties Pizza by myself on Saturday.

It was worth it :)

Weekly Update: Toula

2009-09-08T20:41:00.001-05:00

Total pounds lost to date: 4 !!
Your percentage of total weight loss: 2.4
Strides: I limited myself to one pop a day during the week and two glasses at work this weekend, which is a huge improvement. I did five of six p90x workouts and completed all but one of them. I also ran two miles two nights this week.
Stumbles: Too many french fries! I was in Chicago for a few days and ate out too much. At work on the weekend, I'm convinced it's nearly impossible to not nibble on some french fries or eat part of a screw up pizza or appetizer. Also, many empty calories were consumed on Wednesday and Saturday nights last week.
A weekly goal for yourself: Continue to be faithful to Tony Horton, eat healthier this weekend since I am not working, and increase my consumption of water.

Weekly Update: Ashley Olson

2009-09-08T20:40:00.000-05:00

Total Weight Lost: 2.5 pounds!

Strides: I was more aware of what I was eating this week and I did some sort of exercise every night except Thursday. But, I didn’t have any beer that night. I didn’t snack and graze as much and my loss this week proved it. This stuff really works!

Stumbles: While I didn’t snack and graze as much, I still did do some snacking and grazing when I wasn’t even that hungry. And, I didn’t really push myself as I exercised…

Goal for this week: I am going to try to not snack this week. If I am hungry and I want a snack, it will be a healthy snack… Also, I am going to try to push myself more this week in my exercising.

Weekly Update: Mrs. MC

2009-09-08T17:19:00.000-05:00

1. Starting Weight: 138.2

2. Weight Last Week: 138.2

3. Current Weight: 135.2 -- woohoo!!

4. Total Weight Lost: 3 pounds

5. %: 2.17

6. Strides: I really watched my calorie intake this week, pushed water, cut snacking, and increased my exercise. I'm super excited with my 3 pound loss!!!

7. Stumbles: I struggle over the weekend. We eat out more, and I eat like a pig when we do. I need to work on that!!

Weekly Update: The Mrs.

2009-09-08T17:14:00.003-05:00

Your starting weight: 137.2
Your weight last week: 137.2
Your current weight: 137.2
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date: 0
Your percentage of total weight loss: 0%
Strides (things that went well): I stayed away from pop during the week even when feeling like it was necessary to get me through the rest of an afternoon. I got in three days of exercise (I think?). I turned down a slice of DQ ice cream cake.
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress): My eating habits were not good - my choices were poor and I ate too much. My workouts weren't exactly strenuous. I used the holiday weekend as an excuse to not follow my plan.
A weekly goal for yourself: Increase the frequency & intensity of my workouts, be aware of what and how much I'm eating, and continue to increase the amount of water I'm drinking.

Weekly Update: Mitch

2009-09-07T21:06:00.001-05:00

Sorry I didn’t write in last week. Things are a little busy around here! I’m +25 pounds since I graduated college eight years ago, and about 5 of that can be attributed to sympathy weight during Tina’s pregnancy. I’d like to get down to my “fighting weight” that I was at in 2001 but it probably won’t happen. I’d be happy to lose 10 pounds. Last week I lost a grand total of…1 pound! At least it’s positive (negative?) progress.

Weekly Update: Juli

2009-09-07T11:33:00.000-05:00

Sorry I'm late with these. I really want to just post my weight, but no way! I will say I've lost 10 pounds since the last operation. Mostly over this summer. As the school year gets started, I have less time to eat, but since I live where they make my dinner for me, I have much more food put in front of me daily. I also have less time to fill up my water.

This week since I'm in late, my #1 goal is to get another water bottle that won't leak and I can easily carry around with me. Also, to look over the dinner menu for next week and decide what I'm going to, and more importantly not going to, eat at each meal. And my final goal is to get to a farmer's market tomorrow for fruits and veggies.

Swanny Weigh-in: a correction

2009-09-03T21:16:00.002-05:00

Upon reading The Bride's post, I feel I should make a clarification: I am a terrible proof reader. When I sent my info off to the Mrs for the weigh-in, I wasn't paying attention. Thanks for the thoughts of amazement, but I'm not wasting away. Here is my corrected info:

Starting weight: 252.4 lbs.

Weekly goal: To run at least five times this week, and break 10 miles for the week.

Typing that just made me die a little inside. However, I've put in a total of three runs this week and while my legs are tired, I feel like I'm starting to get into a decent rhythm.

Good luck everyone!

Weekly Update: The Bride

2009-09-03T19:48:00.001-05:00

No worries I'm in the Operation... however my life is being taken over... by school, FCCLA, house-work, Masters Program, wedding plans... and now working out. I'm not divulging my weight because frankly it's terrifying. I believe The Fiance weighs less than I do! :( I actually cried seeing my "new teacher" picture in the town's news publication... urgh! My overall goal is to get to a "knockout" bride body! I promise to include some work out time in this craziness I'm calling life. My goal for the week is to have enough activity to classify as exercise. I need to change my eating habits... with adjustments to the new job, I haven't been getting to dinner till 8 or later. I know that isn't healthy. I would love to start p90x. I did it on Monday in preparation for the OGLJWI showdown... haven't gotten back to it this week with the endless grading and planning. I have huge motivation to lose the extra pounds I've put on!!! July 24 is going to come quicker than I can imagine. As for support, The Fiance loudly munches is Sundae Cone as I type... urgh!

And secondly, holy schnikeys! Am I misreading or did Swanny drop 90 lbs since the last OGLJWI???

Weekly Update: Jen

2009-09-02T17:36:00.002-05:00

Starting weight: 136.6 lbs.

Weekly goal: Yoga four times a week and some kind of cardio other than carrying Swanny Jr. up and down the stairs.

Weekly Update: Swanny

2009-09-02T17:36:00.001-05:00

Starting weight: 152.4 lbs.

Weekly goal: To run at least five times this week, and break 10 miles for the week.

Weekly Update: Toula

2009-09-02T17:34:00.000-05:00

Motivation & Goals
I've silently followed the OGLJWI blog since its birth, but I have never participated in the Operation. As long as I'm following, I might as well participate and improve this less than bodacious bod of mine. I've slowly been losing weight by exercising and improving my diet since I was at my heaviest about 6 months ago, but there is still a long way to go until I'm comfortable with myself again. I'd like to lose more weight, but mostly I'd like to firm up, decrease that % body fat number, and look better in the clothes I have. Munchkin and I did what I like to call a 'trial run' of P90X after her recent purchase of the program. I actually liked it, despite the fact that I wanted to yell obscenities at Tony Horton through the TV screen. Tomorrow I will (re)start following the exercise portion of the program full force. I would like to stick to it for the entire 90 days and see what kind of progress I can actually make. I eat fairly healthy now - at home -, but when I move to Chicago in a couple weeks - and no longer have mom's cooking - I am afraid the healthy eating will go out the window and be replaced with fast food. A major goal of mine will be to make healthier choices if/when I eat out and attempt to make healthy meals at home at least three times a week. My lifestyle is about to drastically change, and I'd like to maintain control of what I consume. I also want to cut back on the amount of pop I drink - eliminating it is out of the question - and drink more water.
Your starting weight (or size if that is less terrifying)
It's lower than it used to be, but not low enough to disclose...yet!
Your goal weight (or total number of pounds/sizes you hope to drop)
I'd like to lose 25 pounds
Your Body Mass Index (BMI)
28.12:(
Your Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
1583.8
Your percentage of body fat
32% :( :(

Weekly Update: Mary Kate Olson

2009-09-01T21:14:00.003-05:00

Your starting weight:  Too much (I'm Sorry...I'm not comfortable posting the number. 
I think my agent might read this blog and he hasn't seen me in a while, so I KNOW he would
NOT BE HAPPY).

A weekly goal for myself:  This week I am going to try and establish some sort of a routine
for myself.  I want to do something physical every day...be it a walk or a work out video.  I am
also going to force myself to drink more water and eat a vegetable every night at supper.  I
walked for an hour last night and did the "30 day Shred" tonight.  Jillian claims that completing
the 20 minute workout with her is as good as spending an hour at the gym...

Weekly Update: The Mrs.

2009-09-01T17:21:00.004-05:00

Your starting weight: 137.2
A weekly goal for yourself: This week I would like to focus on quantity control in terms of how much food I eat in one sitting. "Stop when I'm comfortable, not when the plate is empty and I'm groaning with pain" will be my mantra. Caffeine has been banned and I'm adopting the "Do I really need this or do I just want this" attitude toward unhealthier foods (e.g., the tub of refrigerated cookie dough which taunts me and tortures me every single time I open the refrigerator). I also want to do some kind of exercise - most likely in the form of workout video now that I'm back to work and I refuse to wake up any earlier than I already do in order to walk or run in the morning - three to five times a week. I ordered two yoga DVDs and they arrived today. I think I'll jump right in and try one tonight. Pray for me and my very inflexible body.

I'm so excited to see some new faces as well as our returning faithful this time around. As Mrs. MC stated as her goal shortly after The Bride & Drmmr7's engagement, we're all going to look sexy come wedding season!

Weekly Update: Ashley Olson

2009-09-01T17:20:00.000-05:00

Hi! I am Ashley Olson. I shared a role with my sister (Mary Kate) in the show Full House…you may remember it. We have also starred in our own set of movies, but I don’t really remember what those were about. Something like “Mary Kate and Ashley tour Europe” ( I think that may have been about us touring Europe….not sure) and “Mary Kate and Ashley go to Camp” (possibly about us at camp. Again…not sure). We are working on a new one called “Mary Kate and Ashley Get Less Jiggly With It”. So, in honor of that….here are my stats:

Your starting weight* too much

Your weight last week* the same

Your current weight* still too much

Total pounds (or inches) lost to date 0

Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100) 0%

Strides (things that went well) – I did it before, so I can do it again.

Stumbles (things that slowed your progress) – I have been stumbling for a while due to laziness and thinking that I don’t really need to watch what I eat and get some sort of exercise. Evidently, I thought that I wouldn’t get jiggly, but…I was wrong.

A weekly goal for yourself – This week I am going to watch what I eat and exercise. I am going to get a routine going (not a dance routine either) that will be something that is manageable as we continue with the OGLJWI.

Weekly Update: The MCs

2009-09-01T17:19:00.003-05:00

Mrs MC:

Starting weight: 138.2

Goal weight: 128

I want to lose at least 10.2 pounds. I would love to get down to 125, but I think that's just a fantasy. We'll have to see how this goes. I'm hoping to get into a better exercise habit this time around. I also really need to have a healthier snack after school, instead of the cookies I've been eating lately. I've already been working hard on cutting out any morning and after supper snacks, so I need to continue that. Also, I need to continue to pack healthy, small lunches for work. That's what really worked for me last fall. Good luck everyone!!!

BRING IT!!
meow

Mr MC:

Not only am I late for work, but I am fat, 212.5

Weekly Update: Munchkin

2009-09-01T17:17:00.002-05:00

Starting weight 149.2 (ouch)
Goal weight 130

My weight, diet, and lack of exercise has just blatantly gotten out of control.  Nuff said.

Weekly Update: Tina

2009-09-01T00:50:00.003-05:00

Sadly, I can't start OGLJWI today, as recovery is coming a little slow. BUT, I still would like to share my weight loss with the blog, as I did go to the dr's today, one week after having Giana. (I also realize that this loss does not count, as 1) it happened before Sept. 1, and 2) losing baby weight doesn't count when it's the actual baby.)

As of this morning, I'm down 20 of the 45 pounds that I gained during my pregnancy. Only 25 more to go! Although I'm not working out, I am watching what I eat in the hopes of continuing to slowly lose some weight before the exercise gets going.

Good luck, everyone! We can do it!

Tomorrow Is A New Day

2009-08-31T20:18:00.002-05:00

Tomorrow, September 1st, is the day. Operation Less Jiggly: Wedding Edition goes live. Send your stats (see below for information) to onecarbonhill {at} hotmail {.} com between now and tomorrow and I'll get them posted as soon as possible. Since we're starting on a Tuesday and the Olson twins were the only to put in a vote (which was also Tuesday), we'll be doing weigh-ins on TUESDAY. I'll leave it up to you whether you want to weigh-in weekly or biweekly. We'll end this round on December 1st (so I can eat birthday cake without guilt).

Remember, only divulge what you feel comfortable sharing. This is a place for motivation, inspiration, dedication, and perspiration. We're not here to judge or defeat, only uplift and encourage.

Good luck everyone!

A Review Of The Rules

2009-08-17T21:08:00.003-05:00

I've been mocked for waiting until September 1st to start the next round of Operation Less Jiggly: Wedding Edition. I cave to peer pressure easily anyway, and the constant taunting by my love handles is not helping any so I've decided to start my personal OLJ journey early. Not to worry: I won't start reporting until after the official start on September 1st (because there's no reason to have to show restraint during a fantasy football draft, am I right or am I right?), but for those of you still on the fence about joining our little adventure here's the rundown.

Every two weeks I'll ask you to email me the following information:

Your starting weight*
Your weight last week*
Your current weight*
Total pounds (or inches) lost to date
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100)
Strides (things that went well)
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress)
A weekly goal for yourself

*But only if you're comfortable doing so!

I will then take that information and post it here so that everyone can encourage one another on our journeys to better health. It's all about uplifting one another here at Operation Less Jiggly, unless you happen to lose ten pounds in one week in which case there may be some less than kind words muttered under my breath in your direction.

Please note the asterisk above: YOU ONLY HAVE TO SHARE THAT WHICH YOU ARE COMFORTABLE SHARING! If you don't like advertising your scale readings that's perfectly fine. And if you have a bad week and that bitch of a scale tells you that you've gone up rather than down, that's okay too. I started this venture last year as an forum which allows us to be accountable for the goals we've set for weight loss, increase in exercise, and better eating habits and if you choose to participate you should do so as you feel comfortable doing.

So far I have the following participants: The Mrs., Munchkin, The Bride, Tina (assuming Thor will decide to make his appearance sometime before we end this round in December), Mrs. MC, celebrity guests Mary Kate & Ashley Olson, Juli, Katie, Jen, Mitch, and Greg.

If you would like to join us, leave a comment here or email me at onecarbonhill [at] hotmail [dot] com.

The Time Is Now. Are You In?

2009-08-11T22:49:00.000-05:00

I had grand intentions to get up early every morning during my summer break. With that early wake-up I had even grander plans to sneak out of the house alone and go for an early morning walk/jog to help me get my mind straight, savor some alone time, and most importantly get this body into tip-top shape.

That never happened. Not even once. In case you didn't know this about me, I value sleep over just about anything. In terms of survival it's right up there with oxygen. I take my sleeping very seriously.

As a result, I am not toned or trim. Sure I was able to do some exercising here in there especially during the first month of my break, but my inability to whittle my middle has me once again in a funk. So you know what that means, right?

It's time to bring sexy back with a little something I like to call:

Operation Get Less Jiggly With It
Wedding Edition

I'm looking at the probability of three major weddings in the next year or so and in one of those weddings I'm standing up as a bridesmaid. I know it's vain, but damn I want to look good. So starting September 1st we're starting a new round of Operation Less Jiggly.

Who's with me?

Final Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-04-14T20:51:00.001-05:00

Starting weight 220.4
Last week 213.8
This week 212.8
Total % lost 3.4%
Strides - Thanks Amanda for hosting and Congrats to Kate!

Weigh-In: Kate

2009-04-06T21:55:00.000-05:00

Starting Weight: 144
Weight Last Week: 137
Current Weight: 138
Total Pounds Lost: 6
Percentage Lost: 4.17%
Strides: Ummmm... I've only gained back one pound? That's the only encouraging thing I can think of. Glad to see I'm not the only one who's falling apart.
Stumbles: I ate so much crap over Spring Break. Nice weather makes me think I can eat junk for some reason. And I've been drinking much more beer as the weather warms.
Goals for next week: Do anything better. If I make it to the gym once, I'll be stoked.

(Editor's note: Sorry I'm so late posting this, Kate!)

Weigh-In: The Mrs.

2009-04-01T20:27:00.002-05:00

Want to hear something funny? I didn't even realize today was a weigh-in day until I opened my email and saw Mr. MC's stats. And I haven't stuck to any of my goals from two weeks ago. Exercise - what's that? Eating only until I'm full? Well that's a foreign concept. Fruits and vegetables? Only in roll up form or slathered in a fattening dip.

Isn't that hilarious?!?!?

I still haven't stepped on the scale in weeks, but in keeping with my "keeping it real" proclamation, I'm going to go against everything I stand for a weigh myself right now. In the evening, post meal, fully clothed, totally emotionally raw. Please stand by.

...
...
...

I'm back, but before I report let me give you all a quick summary.

My starting weight back in September at the start of Operation Less Jiggly was 139 pounds.
My ending weight mid-November was 135.
I started Round II of Operation Less Jiggly in January at 133.6
Today my scale read 138.2.

Outstanding.

Over six months of attempting to eat better and being more active and I'm less than a pound away from where I was in the fall. I am so weak.

There are ten days left before this ever loving train wreck of a weight loss competition is over. I'm going to make every attempt to finish hard, run all the way through the line, find my focus. I can do that for a little over a week.

(Right after I eat that strawberry Laffy Taffy in Shortcake's Easter basket)

Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-04-01T20:26:00.000-05:00

Starting weight 220.4
Last week 215.0
This week 213.8
Total Percentage Lost 3%
Strides - I picked Villanova, UNC, and U Conn
Stumbles - didn't pick MSU ( that Big Ten screws me every time whether I pick for or against them!)

Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-04-01T20:25:00.000-05:00

134.3

I hate myself.

Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-03-18T20:01:00.001-05:00

I'm on the verge of giving up!!!! As you can imagine, I'm gaining, not losing. I just like to eat (and snack), and I'm not much for the exercise (except for all my walks to the kitchen). I did so well last time, and now, I'm failing miserably. I don't know what's happened. I promise to try harder.

Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-03-18T18:49:00.000-05:00

Starting weight 220.4
Last week 216.2
This week 215.0
Total loss 5.4 lbs
Percentage 2.45%
Strides, I am now ahead of Doug and that is all that really counts. I gave blood last night and they told me you automatically burn 220 calories when you give a pint!
Stumbles, I only gave one pint.

Weigh-In: Kate

2009-03-18T18:46:00.000-05:00

Starting Weight: 144
Weight Last Week: 138
Current Weight: 137
Total Pounds Lost: 7
Percentage Lost: 4.86%
Strides: Tons of outdoor activity since it's gotten nice. I'm taking Gus for at least a mile walk every day, and on the weekends Matt and I take 3-4 mile walks at Lake of the Woods to wear Gus out. While I'm starting to grill out and drink a bit more beer, I'm balancing it out with salads and healthier meals at work and not as much fast-food or snacks.
Stumbles: I've been to the gym once in the past 2 weeks. While I'm not putting on weight, I can feel myself a bit more jiggly around the waist than I was a month ago. I'm getting plenty of physical activity, but I'm using that as an excuse to not make it to the gym or do any real exercising. The grilling out is going to be bad news... last summer after we moved into our first house, we started grilling and drinking lots of beer. That's when I gained about 15-20 pounds in a matter of months. I need to be careful not to go crazy on nice days.... God knows I don't want to repeat last summer.
Goals for next week: Get to the gym more (I have 3 days off for Spring Break, so I'm looking forward to trips to the gym). I need to focus on toning and lifting to balance out my weight loss. Lose at least 1 pound... from my October weight, I'm down 19 pounds, just need one more to hit 20....

Weigh-In: Fatty McFailing

2009-03-18T18:37:00.002-05:00

I have not weighed myself in almost a month. I have not truly worked out since late January, although I'm doing a damned nice job of convincing myself that my random daily activities is adequate exercise. My eating habits have been atrocious. And to quote one of my favorite movie lines of all time, "Ugh. I can hear you getting fatter".

Things are not going well.

My Operation Less Jiggly plan started heading south right around the time of the Homecoming, and ever since I sustained an eye injury things have gone to hell in a handbasket at a alarming rate. I realize it's time to stop the insanity, to cowboy up, to jump back on the wagon. My wake-up call: getting fitted for my bridesmaids dress for Erik & Cari's wedding. The dresses Cari picked out are beautiful, but I'm thinking an excessive amount of back fat spilling over the back of my dress is not the look I'm shooting for.

Starting today I'm recommitting to a healthier, move active lifestyle. I WILL workout out at least four days a week. I WILL give up pop (except in dire, extreme circumstances). I WILL move away from the Oreos and embrace the carrot sticks. I WILL learn when to say when, that being when I feel satisfied after a meal instead of feeling stuffed like a Thanksgiving turkey.

Lord, give me strength.

Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-03-05T20:12:00.000-06:00

Starting Weight: 131
Weight Last Week: 131
Current Weight: 130 (Honestly, I'm not sure how that happened)
Strides: I've given up pop and chocolate for Lent, so I'm hoping that helps. I exercised once.
Stumbles: I seem to have lost my motivation. If anyone finds it, please let me know.
Goals: I want to say I'm going to try harder, but history has made me a liar there. Let's just see how the next 2 weeks go, and I'll make a goal not to gain any more weight.

Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-03-03T20:47:00.001-06:00

Starting weight - 220.4
Last time - 217
This week 216.2
Loss to date 4.2 lbs
Percentage - 1.9%

Weigh-In: Juli

2009-03-03T20:42:00.001-06:00

Down 3 pounds from last weigh in and the beginning weigh in!
Strides: I guess stress burns lots of calories because I ate lots of homemade chocolate chip cookies, apple dessert, and rice crispies and didn't exercise the first week and that is when I lost the weight. Lent helped keep it off this last week, I guess.
Stumbles: ?
Goals: lots of water (bought yet another water bottle and will not lose it!), no in between snacks except veggies/fruits, hit the gym again, starting today. Missed registration for the shamrock shuffle, but committed to the rock n roll half marathon this summer with a friend. She assured me they have contraception under control. As a running partner I tend to be more of a fertility treatment than birth control. (I re figured that I have lost 3 partners to pregnancy. And the one I was going to ask at the beginning of this competition got pregnant even before I could ask!)

Week 4 Weigh-In: The Mrs.

2009-03-03T06:53:00.000-06:00

It's been a bad couple of weeks. I haven't recovered from the bad habits that set in before the last weigh-in; in fact, I think it's gotten worse. Too much junk food, drinking too much pop and not enough water, complete and total lack of phsyical activity. It ain't pretty from any direction.

I'll blaming it all on my bum eye which keeps me from wearing my contacts. Who can exercise wearing glasses anyway?

Back on track this week, I swear.

Weigh-In Tomorrow!

2009-03-02T20:51:00.002-06:00

Tomorrow is our fourth weigh-in. I'd also like to announce that I'm implementing a new rule to Operation Less Jiggly Weigh-Ins, that being everyone is allowed one free "pass" in which they are not required to report stats. Use it at your discretion.

See ya on the flip side!

( PS - I'll be using my pass tomorrow. Isn't it convenient how that new rule worked out in my favor?)

Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-02-18T19:59:00.001-06:00

1. Starting Weight: 131
2. Last Week's Weight: 131
3. Current Weight: 131 Double Darn (although I'm lucky I didn't gain anything)!!!
4. Strides: Obviously, none.
5. Stumbles: My birthday and Valentine's Day, eating out too much, ice cream... I could go on and on, but really, you get the drift.
6. Goals: I'd actually like to lose some weight this time. This is getting embarrassing.

Weigh-In: Kate

2009-02-18T19:53:00.001-06:00

Starting Weight: 144
Weight Last Week: 141
Current Weight: 138
Total pounds lost: 6
Percentage lost: 4.17%
Strides: I really don't know - I think I've just gotten too busy to ever get a chance to snack. I'm really good about only eating at mealtimes and having balanced meals, and I can only eat about half as much as I used to. It was fantastic finally breaking the 140-pound mark, and I felt so great in my bikini while in Florida last week. Also, I've started taking Gus for half-hour walks every morning before work, so I'm always getting some exercise even if I don't make it to the gym.
Stumbles: I'm hardly working out anymore. I hardly did anything active while on vacation, other than drinking heavily - but plenty of wine and bloody mary's instead of beer. I need to start getting back to the gym at least 3 times a week and doing some pilates at home. My pop intake has risen, too, so I need to start drinking more water.
Goals for next week: Work out more, tone more, do pilates at home. I want to lose 2 more pounds - since I started getting healthy and working out back in October I've now lost a total of 18 pounds, and I would LOVE to hit 20.

Week 3 Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-02-17T21:08:00.000-06:00

Starting - 220.4
Last time 216.4
Current 217 - Damn!
Gained .6 for the week
Total loss to date 1.54%

Strides - Did get my taxes done - I smell refund! ( Which makes me think of Doritos, don't you remember that commercial from a few years ago?) Note to self pick up some Doritos, cool ranch.

Also we got rid of the 3 lbs of chocolate covered peanuts Drummer 7 left in our freeze at John BD party, bad part was we got rid of them a handful at a time. It is what keeps our marriage together. We tried feeding them to the squirrels then I remember the Mrs. wouldn't want us feeding chocolate to the squirrels and licking the chocolate off one at a time got to be a hassle.....

Stumbles - I am going to blame the planet earth. A slight increase in the gravitational pull of the earth has slightly increased our body weights. It is a perfectly logical explanation of why everyone did not lose any weight this time.

Goals - we are going to really focus on buckling down after Mardi Gras....

Week 3 Weigh-In: Drunk Driver

2009-02-17T18:57:00.000-06:00

Your starting weight: 177.8
Your weight last week: 177.2
Your current weight: 177.8
Total pounds lost to date: 0
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100): 0
Strides: Like The Mrs. the first week was good. I was working out. I even went on Thursday and Friday which are my crazy days (bartending and then just plain tired). I have been paying close attention to my portion sizes the past couple of days. I even noticed an appetite change. Drmmr7 and I hit up Turtles and I could only eat half my plate. I have been very discouraged and depressed about no weight loss despite my efforts. I decided to take my doctor's opinion, just to make sure everything was ok. I am awaiting blood test results as we speak. She, as well, had noticed my weight gain and found it odd that I have seen no changes. I am still on my Nothing But Water phase. I have slipped only a few times. Students have been noticing and commenting how much I have been chuggin the H20.
Downfalls: Clearly I'm not seeing any numbers yet. I have a busy schedule. Now that I have started my Masters classes Wednesday - Friday are dead zones for the gym - leaving Monday and Tuesday my days to workout. Thats not going to cut it. I live for the weekends. I am definitely still trapped in my college years, can't get away from those weekend cocktails. Shopping on President's Day really was depressing. Of course I went with two lovely ladies (one who's dropping pounds like crazy.. :) EDub!!) It was sad to see their great progress and me going nowhere fast.
Goal for the Week: Self-esteem boost. Throughout this process I have really noticed how much I let my appearance affect me. As its been brought to my attention... I have a good job, family that loves me, and a man that loves and supports me.... but none of that will really matter if I can't be happy with myself... and at the moment I'm not even close. So I'm going to "put me back on the list"... as my dear friend Oprah says. I have a manicure and pedicure from Xmas still to use, and I think its the perfect time.

Week 3 Weigh-In: Juli

2009-02-17T18:56:00.000-06:00

Pounds lost this week: 0
Total pounds lost to date: .4
Strides (things that went well): I worked out for an hour 5 days this week. Even the day I missed my daytime workout, I stepped up and down while catching up on sitcoms and Ellen for an hour. I concentrated on eating 5 fruits/veggies each day, although I don't think I quite made it every day. I logged food on the bodybugg everyday this week! I even analyzed it to see if what it said is what my body said and the conclusion is....
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress): The body bugg works great. I lost basically what it said I would. Which means I need to take a little more fat out of my diet. Surprise!
A weekly goal for yourself: Eat less satuated fat. Log food everyday. Exercise 1 hour every day. Eat 6 fruits/veggies everyday. More water!

Week 3 Weigh-In: The Mrs.

2009-02-17T07:00:00.001-06:00

Your starting weight: 133.6
Your weight last week: 133.6
Your current weight: 134.6
Total pounds lost to date: +1
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100): -.75%
Strides (things that went well): Obviously it was not a good week for me, but the scale read exactly what I anticipated. The only stride since our last weigh-in is that I did my crunches almost everday (up until last Thursday anyway).
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress): The first week since our last weigh-in went fairly well. I was motivated to stick to the plan in order to not look like a fat cow at the 1975 Homecoming. All hell broke loose starting with the Homecoming though. We drank both weekends (which also includes the obligatory after drinking grease laden meal at 1:00 AM). Last week I ate too much junk, drank too much pop, and worked out only one day. I was tired and annual reviews kept me from focusing on Operation Less Jiggly. I knew full well the week was not going well by Tuesday, but I also made the conscious decision to just let it go and get back on track this week. So that's the plan.
A weekly goal for yourself: Time to get back on track. Pack a healthy lunch each day this week, more fruits & veggies, back to exercising at least four days a week, crunches every day, WATER.

Reminder

2009-02-16T20:06:00.002-06:00

Our next weigh-in is scheduled for tomorrow. There are several who haven't reported in since Week 1 (or at all). Send in your info to onecarbonhill [at] hotmail [dot] com to disclose your progress. Slackers will be subjected to taunting and name calling.

Weigh-In: Juli

2009-02-04T20:23:00.001-06:00

Percentage of loss: .02%
Strides: I am exercising. The days I knew I wouldn't get to the gym at my regularly scheduled time, I went in the morning. I've also seen little glimpses of self control. Coming home from seeing my dad (he's in the hospital) I wanted something from Arby's for lunch, but didn't see one along my route, so I just waited until I got home and had some stuffed squash. Also I'm sticking with this contest despite my embarrassing numbers.
Stumbles: Where to start...I'm not using my body bugg every day, meaning logging food intake. Weekends tend to be loafing weekends and I should get the family together for more activity. Weight training is the first to go from my workout if I don't get there in time. Definitely skipping out on too much water. The Super Bowl.
Weekly goal: Log my food every day...no matter what.
Drink 64 oz water every day
Weight train 2 days/week no matter what!

Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-02-04T20:22:00.000-06:00

Starting Weight: 131
Previous Weight: 129
Current Weight: 131
Difference: +2 * See note regarding ample amounts of fudge marble cake blizzards as described by Mr. MC, who I find incredibly sexy at his new 216!!

Stumbles: I ate a lot and did not exercise but once.

Strides: I was actually down under 128 at one time over the past two weeks. Then, John's birthday hit, and I've done nothing but eat junk food ever since. Time to buckle down. This is ridiculous.

Goal: I want to be at 128 by the next weigh-in.

Weigh-In: Kate

2009-02-03T21:45:00.000-06:00

Starting Weight: 144
Weight Last Week: 142
Current Weight: 141
Total pounds lost: 3
Percentage lost: 2.08%
Strides: I've added some toning into my workouts, focusing on making my arms and tummy less jiggly. I'm also continuing to up my distance - last Saturday I ran 8 miles in 90 minutes. I'm still trying to decide if I want to sign up to run the Illinois Half-Marathon in April (Champaign-Urbana is hosting the first-ever Illinois Marathon and Half-Marathon this year... begins and ends on the 50-yard line of Memorial Stadium... kinda cool) Biggest accomplishment of the 2 weeks was fitting into a pair of pants I haven't worn in years!
Stumbles: same as before - time and energy. These past 2 weeks were like hell on Earth, and I only made it to the gym a few times. I've also been really exhausted, so I'm drinking more pop and coffee, and hitting up more drive-thru's than normal. It also doesn't help that Matt and I live so close to the Mahomet DQ......
My goal for this next week 2 weeks is to break past the 140-barrier. I can't wait to see that 139 and know that hitting that mark will really give me some motivation to keep going. Matt and I are going on vacation next week to Marco Island, FL with the rest of the Poke clan, so I'm going to try and make sure I don't consume too much seafood or beer, which is always tough. I also want to continue exercising while we're down there, so my goal is to find fun things for us to do that is active like swimming, running on beach, etc...

Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-02-03T20:51:00.001-06:00

Starting Weight - 220.4
Current Weight - 216.4
Total Loss - 4 lbs
Total % loss 1.8%
Strides: loss three lbs this week. So I met my goal of losing more than one. I am still treating myself to an ample amount of Fudge Marble Cake Blizzards. (yes the tastiest treat of all time)
Stumbles - My wife does not seem to find me any more attractive now that I am down to a slim 216.4
Weekly Goal - Complete my taxes this week.

Weigh-In: The Mrs.

2009-02-03T19:05:00.003-06:00

Your starting weight: 133.6
Your weight last week: 133.6
Your current weight: 132.6
Total pounds lost to date: 1
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100): .75%
Strides (things that went well): Only missed four days of a workout which isn't bad. I've added 300 crunches to my daily routine starting Sunday. I had two people in the last two days tell me I'm looking skinnier. I won't lie - it was nice to hear and gives me motivation to keep going on those nights when I just want to lay on the couch with a big bag of Doritos.
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress): Still not doing great diet wise and I was bad about drinking enough water each day.
A weekly goal for yourself: I'm continuing two goals I set last week and didn't fufill. Try to increase my step workout from once a week to twice and increase the duration of my workouts from 20-30 minutes to 30 minutes at a minimum.

Weigh-In #2: Drunk Driver

2009-02-03T19:03:00.000-06:00

Your starting weight: 177.8
Your weight last week: 177.8
Your current weight: 177.2
Total pounds lost to date: .6
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100): .34%

I don't wanna talk about it.

Weigh-In #2 Tomorrow!

2009-02-02T22:22:00.003-06:00

Don't forget to jump on the scale tomorrow! We're scheduled to report our second weigh-in so don't forget to send in your results. Good luck!

Swanny, Weigh-in #1

2009-01-21T11:48:00.002-06:00

Your starting weight: 243

Your weight last week: 243

Your current weight: 243

Total pounds lost to date: Meh

Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100): Meh

Strides (things that went well): Uhhhhh...

Stumbles (things that slowed your progress): The last two weeks I've been inconsistent at best in regards to my food and gym time.

A weekly goal for yourself: I'm buckling down from here on out. I hit the gym this morning, and will be getting there on Friday for sure. Thursday and Saturday are possibilities for running or other cardio. Following meal plans between now and the next weigh-in is a must.

Sorry to be posting a day late; we were out of town on Sunday and Monday. I'll be more punctual from here on out.

Weigh-In: Kate

2009-01-20T22:00:00.002-06:00

Starting Weight: 144
Weight Last Week: 144
Current Weight: 142
Total pounds lost: 2
Percentage lost: 1.4%
Strides: I continue to up my cardio and even added in some lifting to firm things up. I've definitely gotten to the point where I honestly enjoy working out. When I have time and don't feel like I need to hurry up and get home I have fantastic workouts. Last Saturday afternoon I went to the gym knowing I could stay as long as I wanted - I got on the treadmill intending to run a few miles and ran SEVEN MILES! I didn't even know I could run that far, but it felt great.
Stumbles: time and energy. I feel ridiculous saying that since so many of you have kids and I can't even imagine finding the time you ladies and gents do, but my main problem is not having a big enough chunk of time to go to the gym and get a decent workout. Last week I literally felt exhausted every day and even stayed home from work 2 days. This week will only get worse, since I've started Grad School this semester and will be taking 2 classes in between work. I'm very worried class and homework will steal gym time. Other than time, I still have little self-control with food. I made cookies Monday and of course, ate the dough for at least a dozen cookies. Mmmmmm, yum.......
My goal for this next week is to manage my time better and not let myself get consumed with minor tasks. When I start feeling tired, I'm going to think about all of you finding the energy and know there has to be a way I can do the same!!! I only made it to the gym 2 days/week these past week so I want to make sure I'm going at least 3 days. and if I can't steal away to the gym I will force myself to do some pilates at home so at least I'm doing some toning.

Weigh-In: Drmmr7

2009-01-20T21:53:00.003-06:00

Start: 184.6 lbs.
Last week: 184.6 lbs.
Current wieght: 180.6
Percentage: 2.17%
Strides: When i went to the gym, I kicked @$$, running, lifting, streching (not matter how bad THAT hurt), biking
Stumbles: Getting to the gym. I think i have been there only 5 times. Allowing Mr. and Mrs. MC to bring pizza a cookies(which they left ALL of [i think they know who the competition is]) to the house for supper.
Goal: Send the contestants at The MC 10 bags of chocolate covered peanuts. And make it to the gym more regularly

Weigh-In: The Mrs.

2009-01-20T20:47:00.002-06:00

Your starting weight: 133.6
Your weight last week: 133.6
Your current weight: 133.8
Total pounds lost to date: +.2 (what a way to start)
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100): -.15%
Strides (things that went well): I worked out 11 out of the last 14 days. I thought about what I was eating more than I had been. Drastically cut out pop - I think I've had two since we started. Started eating breakfasts more regularly and increased intake of fruits & veggies.
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress): Those brownies & Hello Dolly bars that I made over the weekend. Not drinking enough water, especially on the weekends. Not fully subscribing to the "stop eating when I'm full" mindframe.
A weekly goal for yourself: Continue with regular workouts because that's how I see the most change. Try to increase my step workout from once a week to twice and increase the duration of my workouts from 20-30 minutes to 30 minutes at a minimum.

Weigh-In: Mr. MC

2009-01-20T20:45:00.003-06:00

Starting weight 220.4
First weigh in 219.4
Total loss 1 lb
Percentage - .45372% (which would roundup to .5% :))
What I do well is reward myself for my good workouts with tasty treats!
Stumbles - The more I workout, the hungrier I get
Next week loose more than a lb.

Weigh-In: Mrs. MC

2009-01-20T20:45:00.001-06:00

1. Starting Weight: 131.0
2. Current Weight: 129.0
3. Amount Lost: 2.0 lbs.
4. Percentage of Weight Lost: 1.53%
5. Strides: When school is in session, I do pretty well during the day. I pack a healthy, light lunch and snack on fruit. I'm trying to cut back on the pop or go diet. I also drink lots of water during the day.
6. Stumbles: I struggle when I'm home, though, which isn't good, and big surprise, I haven't been exercising. Even though I'm getting closer to my goal weight, I feel worse since I'm getting more out of shape. I really (really) need to get into an exercise routine.
7. Weekly Goal: Get on the treadmill at least three times this week.

Weigh-In: Drunk Driver

2009-01-20T20:42:00.001-06:00

Starting Weight: 177.8
Last Week's Weight: 177.8
Your current weight: 177.8
Total Pounds Lost to Date: 0%

Strides: I thought it was going really well. I worked out 10/14 days. I have been really motivated. Mr. and Mrs. MC brought pizza and I only had a slice and half, I mean COME ON! I have increased my water intake. I thought I was noticing a change in myself. Maybe I was imagining my clothes fitting a lil better already. I have done drastic changes in my lunch menu... No more cafeteria food. Every night I have declined a snack, and opted for a bottle of water. I'm trying really hard (tear) I know that muscles weighs more than fat and blah blah... but COME ON!

Weakness: Maybe I got too hyped up. I think my brain got ahead of my body. Maybe my clothes aren't fitting differently. THE WEEKEND was my weakness. Too many late nights, too much liquid. I didn't make it through Sunday without the traditional McDonalds. Seeing that scale was the most discouraging thing....

Goal: See a number difference! Keep cutting back on my portion sizes. However hungry I might get, add another bottle of water into the day until my body gets used to the smaller portion sizes.

Weigh-In Reminder

2009-01-19T20:02:00.002-06:00

Our first official weigh in takes place tomorrow:

Tuesday, January 20th

You can either post the following information or email your information to me at onecarbonhill [at] hotmail [dot] com.

Your starting weight*
Your weight last week*
Your current weight*
Total pounds lost to date
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100)
Strides (things that went well)
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress)
A weekly goal for yourself

I look forward to seeing how everyone has done since we started two weeks ago!

Jiggly Profile: AL

2009-01-07T22:00:00.001-06:00

Your motivation for this round of Operation Less Jiggly:

There are so many reasons. I know I feel better when I exercise, and it's easy for me to "not have time". I want to set a good example for the kids (an active lifestyle) and be able to keep up with all of them (is that possible?). And after having gestational diabetes five times, the probability of developing diabetes later is too high for me. Regular exercise is a way to be proactive about it. I also have to keep my abs in check since I recently got demoted to an A. And even though Drmmr7 already said it, I'm not getting any younger either.

The goals you have set for yourself to achieve through Operation Less Jiggly:
Exercise at least 3 times a week.
Drink more water.
Sleep 7-8 hours every night.

Jiggly Profiles: Mr. & Mrs. MC

2009-01-07T17:08:00.002-06:00

Mr. MC:
1. Motivation: To beat The General & Drmmr 7.
2. Starting Weight: 220.4
3. Goals: 215 (and beating The General & Drmmr7)

Mrs. MC:

1. Motivation: I did well in the first round, but I've been steadily putting it back on ever since. I want to lose it and keep it off!! I feel better in my own skin when I weigh a little less and when I exercise.
2. Starting Weight: 131.0
3. Goals: Drink less pop and more water. Eat more fruits and vegetables. Decrease the snacking and learn that I need to stop eating when I'm full. Exercise more. Lose at least six pounds. Good luck everybody!! We're in this together!!

Swanny, Round 2 Weigh-in

2009-01-07T10:38:00.003-06:00

Sorry I'm a day late. End of holiday retail has been keeping me pretty busy. Anyway, I'm back for round 2 and ready to jump right in.

Your motivation for this round of Operation Less Jiggly: Since the first round of OLG, I've been able to stick to a stripped down version of my workouts. The holiday season has been a little rough, with not-so-great for me food, not enough sleep, busy mall hours, and not nearly enough time to make it to the gym. I haven't packed the weight back on, but I'm just feeling a little lousy. Of course, I'd like to drop more weight, and having my clothes fit better is always nice. But I just want to be healthier.

Your starting weight (but only if you feel comfortable sharing this information): 243 lbs.

The goals you have set for yourself to achieve through Operation Less Jiggly: I'd like to lose 20 pounds, and get down to at least a 36" waist.

Jiggly Profile: Drmmr7

2009-01-06T22:23:00.001-06:00

Ok, one last surprise entry right under the wire. Here goes...

Motivation: Health, lets face it, I'm not exactly Mr. Healthy, and that was kind of my unofficial New Years Resolution. Maybe the thought of hitting a treadmill tomorrow will make it a little easier to not light up. I like Drunk Driver, drinking (pop) will be my downfall. High school was...7 YEARS AGO ALREADY! But that guy who was in shape seems so much farther away. And just to be able to say to Peyton Manning, "Hey! I'm not a pro athlete, AND over the age of 24, a six-pack is still available.

Starting Weight: 184.6 Done on the Official Operation Gettin' Less Jiggly With It Scale (plus witnesses)

Goals: To obtain the above listed, and maybe be a competitor. I know it will be easy in a week to say, "Oh, the band has to practice, I'll work out tomorrow" or "It's raining tonight" and just let it go by the wayside. Health is real, I'm not getting younger, I should pay attention a little closer.

Jiggly Profile: The Mrs.

2009-01-06T21:01:00.002-06:00

Your motivation for this round of Operation Less Jiggly: To put it most simply, to be less jiggly. I had high motivation and was feeling really good about myself for the first two months of Operation Less Jiggly I. Then I sort of eased up and not long afterward threw all the good habits I had established to the wind. Shockingly, my weight has not gone back up despite my lack of self-control and exercise (I had to pick my jaw up off the floor this morning when I saw I've actually lost weight since our final November weigh in). To me it's not about what the scale reads each week but more about how I feel in my clothes. Like Drunk Driver mentioned in her profile, I want to feel good in my own skin. This body is mine and it's done some amazing things for me - it's time I treat it right.
Your starting weight (but only if you feel comfortable sharing this information): 133.6
The goals you have set for yourself to achieve through Operation Less Jiggly: I want to get back to the "stop eating when I'm full, not when my plate is empty" mentality. More fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. Limited intake of pop and alcohol. Daily vitamins. Working out at least three days a week (I think the idea of three days on, one day off - I might try that). Drink plenty of water. Get to a point where I'm not overly critical of my body. Avoid burnout - MAINTAIN what I'm able to establish by meeting the above goals!

Jiggly Profile: Juli

2009-01-06T20:55:00.002-06:00

I just looked at my weight stats and OLG definitely helped before. I definitely do better with accountability to someone. I gained back all that I had lost during that time. I guess the holidays isn't the best time to fret about it, but still it is disheartening to see how quickly all the hard work went down the drain. So basically accountability is my main motivation.
Decided I'm not yet ready to reveal the big weight. But one week I am going to get real publicly despite my embarrassment.
Goals:
Workout 5 days/week for 1 hour, plus an additional day, probably swimming with my husband.
Lose a minimum of 1 pound each and every week.
Ask my friend to workout 3 days/week with me for added accountability
eat 5 fruits/veggies/day
Run the 4 mile Shamrock shuffle in under 40 minutes
Me running a 4 mile in Alabama, yuck!

Jiggly Profile: Kate

2009-01-06T20:48:00.001-06:00

Ok, here's my first round of info for the competition!!

Back in October I began the Ultimate Fatty-Fat Challenge with my older sis, Tina. Both of us needed some motivation to lose weight, so we agreed to see who could lose more of their body weight percentage by Christmas. Long story short, Tina got pregnant, which meant she would withdraw. I did not find this out until weigh-in day, when I was certain I would beat her. While I was very upset she found a way out of being the Ultimate Fatty-Fat (clearly the only reason she is having a baby), the motivation was incredible. I lost 12 pounds in 2 months. But now I'm afraid of falling off the wagon, only half-way to my original goal. My motivation is to continue my weight loss so I will actually be able to wear my swimsuit this summer I wore on my honeymoon. But looks aside, I feel so much better and have so much more energy when I work out regularly, so I'd like to get myself into the habit of working out so it becomes part of my lifestyle.
144
I'd like to lose 12 pounds, which would put me at a grand total of 24 pounds lost. During the past few months I've only focused on losing weight, but I especially want to focus now on actually being less jiggly. My goal is to tone up pretty much everywhere. Finally, I want to continue building up my endurance so I can run longer distances without stopping to walk.
Hmmmm, perhaps later this week....

Alright, so excited! I was just at the gym last night... thank God somehow I didn't gain any weight over the holidays after the Fatty-Fat Challenge was over!

Jiggly Profile: Drunk Driver

2009-01-06T20:41:00.003-06:00

Here Goes Nothing…

I have always always always had a complex about my weight. I’ve been the “fat girl” my whole life. Its time to feel good in my own skin. I was hesitant the 1st round of OGLJWI because of the significant weight difference between me and the other competitors (you guys are beautiful).

177.8 – I just squirmed a little… I don’t repeat this out loud.
I want to look in the mirror and be happy with the progress I’ve made. 30 lbs and a smaller pant size would be appreciated too.
My camera cord is at the homestead… I’ll get them out later… Nobody wants to be horrified anyway!!

Starting Weight: 177.8
Strides: I’m determined. Improvements will be made. I stopped drinking pop about 3 weeks ago… its not bad… however it still comes in my mixed drinks…
Stumbles: I have a lot. I love food… I’m a Family Consumer Science teacher for God’s sake!! I have a million and a half excuses. I’m tired. I need to grade papers. I need to hang out with my Drunk (did I mention booze is going to be my biggest struggle, I’m still stuck in my college years). I have to bartend. It hurts. … ok, ok, I’m sick of my whining already too.
Weekly Goal: I want to go to the gym 5 days this week.

Operation Less Jiggly II - The Details

2009-01-05T16:08:00.003-06:00

Tomorrow marks the official start to Operation Less Jiggly II. I've placed a little poll over in the margin asking when everyone would prefer to weigh-in, and since only four have responded I think I'm going to make the executive decision to do weigh-ins on Tuesday. I think it makes sense considering we're starting on a Tuesday; life is always easier for me if I keep things consistent. If you forget to weigh-in or would prefer to do your weigh-in on another day of the week that's okay with me as long as you're being fair. We're on the honor system so I'll just have to trust that you won't purposefully skip a couple of days to weigh-in after that monster serving of french fries or giant serving of cheese sticks passes through your system.

So, starting tomorrow, send me the following details:

Your motivation for this round of Operation Less Jiggly
Your starting weight (but only if you feel comfortable sharing this information)
The goals you have set for yourself to achieve through Operation Less Jiggly
Before pictures, if you feel so inclined.

We'll do weigh-ins every other week (I'll post the schedule in the margin), and on weigh-in Tuesday I'll have you email me the following information (if you have contributor status, feel free to post the information on your own) :

Your starting weight*
Your weight last week*
Your current weight*
Total pounds lost to date
Your percentage of total weight loss (original weight - new weight / original weight * 100)
Strides (things that went well)
Stumbles (things that slowed your progress)
A weekly goal for yourself

(*again, only if you're comfortable putting that information out there)

Like last time, if you stumble across anything that you think would be of interest or helpful to the cause of weight loss and healthy living, please don't hesitate to share. You can either email me a link or post it yourself if you've been granted contributor status. And if you're not a contributor but would like to be let me know and I'll send you all the necessary information. It's all about spreading the wealth (and not our waistlines) at Operation Less Jiggly.

I'll admit that I'm a bit frightened to step on the scale tomorrow morning, but excited about starting this crusade again. Good luck everyone!