tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72688084349115368432024-03-13T16:46:43.447+11:00Skinny Bones 100 Day ChallengeKatiePhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13962526535740779738noreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-26389129236932891492009-10-28T08:36:00.000+11:002009-10-28T08:36:54.813+11:00Six Days to GoI know that I have deserted the 100 day challenge concept but I thought I would check in as there are only SIX days to go.<br />
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I am amazed at the changes that have happened in the last 100 days, and I am blessed that some of you have found your own way to peace and joy by giving up the goal focused mentality.<br />
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However, I do miss the community that we built and wonder if there was a way of rallying together to help each other out without turning it into another challenge.<br />
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Any thoughts on how we could continue to support and encourage each other through another 100 days? Is there another approach?<br />
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As we all face the toughest time of the year with Christmas parties, family celebrations and holidays, it would be good to have somewhere to go when the going gets tough.<br />
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I am all ears.<br />
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</div>KatiePhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13962526535740779738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-40181615600796247002009-10-05T23:05:00.001+11:002009-10-05T23:05:35.598+11:00Still Not Sure What to Call My Blog.....It will come.....Erikahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11251324929569746154noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-73259130984120210242009-10-05T10:06:00.002+11:002009-10-05T10:33:39.596+11:00Not the outcome I was hoping for...We're more than halfway through this challenge and I'm going in the WRONG direction. I had a trip to Disney in there, and a couple birthdays and well, I'm about 6 pounds UP from where I started. If I could lose 15 pounds between now and the end of the year, I would be thrilled, but honestly I do not know HOW to stay consistent with healthy eating and exercising.<br /><br />I plan to come here more often and post how I'm doing, keep close track of how I'm eating, exercising, my measurements, weight etc. I want to go into the holidays lighter than EVER, not already in bad habits.Liimuhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16500191546997263087noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-5610117543648437222009-10-04T19:05:00.000+11:002009-10-04T19:06:34.690+11:00Wow, what a week!test post!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-21435326395270287732009-09-14T20:34:00.002+10:002009-09-14T20:48:37.054+10:00CathyC-check inI really can't believe it has been 50 days that I have been "sugar/dessert/sweets free"! I feel so much better about myself because sugar is a killer on the body-it slows my brain down and makes me depressed. I really think I don't need it in my food plan at all-I have enough carbs that I enjoy like pasta dishes and pizza always with veggies.<br />The only issue I have still to tame is portion control when I'm out with people-but it really is only on the week-ends which in all honesty I have to realize is not the worst thing in my nutrition/life plan-really it's just food and extra calories so I'm not "angry" about it like I was with my sugar in take. I'm at a better place and sleep peacefully.....<br />Also another great thing has happened in the last 10 days, I have been doing Cardio at home at 7am 6x week...I have never done that in my life-I feel so energized and fit all day! I do my free weights in the afternoons, so I get my metabolism running twice a day isn't that great?<br />I want to challenge myself for another 100 days on something else in November-I'm trying to think about it, it should be realistic of course!<br />Let me know what you are all up to too!<br />CiaoUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-10782924037318160012009-09-11T14:48:00.003+10:002009-09-11T14:51:35.882+10:00Quick Update from TeaI have been working on getting my head on straight. I have been on plan all week and I weigh in tomorrow.<br />just working on keeping motivation up and trying to view blogs tough Blogger is giving me all sorts of trouble :(<br />I am trying to check on everyone!Tearosehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07879039598306281947noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-20748764513393966852009-09-10T23:00:00.003+10:002009-09-10T23:03:43.768+10:00Back in the gameWell I'm back after 5 weeks of hermitizing. Good news is I didn't put on weight (actually lost half a kilo and centimetres off my thighs).<br /><br />Back into the keto diet and hoping to offload a nice lot of fat in these last 6 weeks of the Challenge. I really need to make health and fitness a priority again even with all that's going on , I know I WILL cope better if I stick to my plan.<br /><br />Hope everyone is going well!!<br /><br />FrankieFifihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12224341176993079007noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-73779113625975397122009-09-03T04:47:00.001+10:002009-09-03T05:22:59.541+10:00CathyC-where are my mates??<div>Has everyone just been too busy to let us know how everyone's challenge is going or am I the only nosy "skinny bones wanna-be"??!!</div>
<br /><div>The Good</div>
<br /><div>Not binge eating on "sugar" , what a wonderful relief not to feel powerless around it-by far my biggest accomplishment ever. I know I can do what I put my "heart" into. </div>
<br /><div>Increased weights during work-outs....feeling stronger and makes me want to continue. Doing less Cardio because I am eating less carbs (no starch)</div>
<br /><div>Enjoy creating and being inspired on making clean meals and working on a Recipe Food Blog</div>
<br /><div>The Bad </div>
<br /><div>Had a few over eats last week when out socially ,trying to portion control (I should just become a hermit-it would be easier..lol!!!) </div>
<br /><div>That's it for me.</div>
<br /><div>Hope you all are </div>
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</span></div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">> read more on <a bitly="BITLY_PROCESSED" href="http://girlgetstrong.com/2009/08/31/laynies-training-update-thinking-about-health/">GirlGetStrong</a></span></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-67788194209166360512009-08-29T21:36:00.002+10:002009-08-29T21:39:07.109+10:00KatieP's 2nd Mid Point Challenge ...... because you all know I am an over achiever right?<br /><br />I just found this today and I LOVE it -- apparently from a Leonard Cohen song<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center; font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:130%;">There are cracks in everything<br />It's how the light gets in<br /></span></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;">♥<br /></div>KatiePhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13962526535740779738noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-48315473337054853882009-08-29T20:50:00.002+10:002009-08-29T20:53:23.282+10:00CathyC-Midpoint challenge ...QuoteI guess I can post my quote here for the mid challenge, there are so many blogs I get confused..hehe!<br />There are many quotes that have stuck with me lately:<br />1-If you say you can or can't you're right!<br />2-Attitudes are contagious is yours worth catching?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-3379323852148697802009-08-29T18:26:00.001+10:002009-08-29T18:28:31.811+10:00Inspirational QuotesI'm going to share a few that I use when I teach RPM...<br /><br />"IF nothing changes, nothing changes...(so turn up that resistance!)<br /><br />"Your mind is your strongest muscle...so believe (and achieve!)"<br /><br />Did I just say "turn it up?" lol!LizNhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09959963667267205981noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-55988932172112635432009-08-27T14:50:00.000+10:002009-08-27T14:50:50.511+10:00Day 4: Shaking my Xs all about the place<div class="zemanta-img" style="display: block; float: right; margin: 1em; width: 310px;"><a bitly="BITLY_PROCESSED" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:KitKatUK2008.JPG"><img alt="A picture showing the latest packaging on a UK..." height="225" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/thumb/d/d7/KitKatUK2008.JPG/300px-KitKatUK2008.JPG" style="border: medium none; display: block;" width="300" /></a><span class="zemanta-img-attribution">Image via <a bitly="BITLY_PROCESSED" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:KitKatUK2008.JPG">Wikipedia</a></span></div><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Day 4 already, and I admit it, I had 2 pieces of dark KitKat this morning. Man it was good too, let me tell you. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Now I've admitted to falling off the wagon, I will justify it to say I did a killer work out this morning in the gym. Hit the doors of the new gym at 7am today. On the advice of the chiro I worked my shoulders and triceps, individually utilising free weights. I got a very pleasant surprise how weak I was in certain areas, but it felt incredibly good to do such a balanced training programme that didn't overload one side. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Then I hammered the spin cycle and treadmill again for 45minutes.</span></span><br />
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Then I bustled out the door for the greatest test of all. Check up and adjustment with the Chiro. James is no ordinary whack & crack chiro. It's a gruelling workout just been assessed by him. If I could describe his technique as a progressive physio with a hint of massage and tad of chiro. He is brilliant, and just a small operator but he's worked wonders with me so far. I've shown great signs of improving the biomechanics of my body, but still have so far to go.<br />
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You should have seen the look on his face when I told him what my next goal for my training is. You'd think he learn not to be surprised by now.<br />
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Now I've got to go find my tape measure for those all telling signs.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-24022379344570680402009-08-26T20:54:00.006+10:002009-08-26T21:12:46.106+10:00CathyC-emotional eaterI am so frustrated and depressed at the same time. I took pictures of myself yesterday because I wanted to do the before and after photos, well I was so disgusted and shocked of my body's shape(self hate). I said to myself there is a lot of work involved to get a better body-I was discouraged. I can't believe it is possible to change it, maybe just lose a few pounds but the shape will still be there? what's the point!!! Anyways my husband gets home after dinner, we work together and he has been on the road for 3 weeks so I am with the kids all day, they too got on my nerves yesterday. I ask him to review the invoices I put on his desk because we are closing year end next Monday and I have to make sure everything is is order etc., he says he doesn;t have time and I just started to argue with him. I know this stems from the anger of the pictures I always do that, I shit on my husband and kids...I am such a mean person (more guilt and self hate) I decided to go for a walk. Went into bed and then I was restless because I was angry and lonely, I didn't want to eat, I wanted to sleep, but food makes me relax and to another happier place (for that short period). I got out of bed had crackers and then a toasted bagel...yes white flour and after 7pm...my 2 bad habits I wanted to challenge this Phase!<br />My issue is with emotional eating I know. I also can't communicate with my husband when I am frustrated so I argue and blame him for my issues, I know it's wrong and I need to work on that. I have the book ..Stop Emotional Eating...but it is the hardest thing to get control of.<br />Anyways I understand fully I have to have a reaction plan when I disagree with hubby, not take it personally and rebel by sabotaging my health.<br />Sorry for the book!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-48975744874273919702009-08-25T22:15:00.000+10:002009-08-25T22:15:34.140+10:00Phase 1 - Day 2 of placing my X everywhere<div class="zemanta-img zemanta-action-dragged" style="display: block; float: right; margin: 1em; width: 160px;"><a bitly="BITLY_PROCESSED" href="http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/07nNgaq6WG825/150x83.jpg"><img alt="MIAMI BEACH, FL - JUNE 11: Julia Meshcheryak..." height="83" src="http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/07nNgaq6WG825/150x83.jpg" style="border: medium none; display: block;" width="150" /></a><span class="zemanta-img-attribution"></span></div><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Well it's Day 2, and I'm trying to change an existing exercise habit already. Instead of getting up and doing my cardio first thing this morning, I elected to do it on the spin cycles at the gym this evening, squeezing it in between my weights and yoga class.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I'm not certain what is going on with me today. I'm thinking perhaps the fat burner I tried yesterday didn't agree with me, as it's the only new thing I've added to my diet. Today, I'm not hungry and feeling sluggish. Perhaps more water might pick me up. Let's try that.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">I'm fighting the demons of the deep this afternoon. They are trying real hard to convince me to go soft and not train tonight, and I must admit it is tempting. I've got an excuse, I'm not feeling well ... good rationalisation, huh? But I'm going to fight it, and go to the gym by myself, new gym and all the strangeness in that situation. Fight the fear, and win. As my cycling coach is telling me - spinners are grinners. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">That reminds me ... I need to find my tape measure. Now the cycling coach wants me to measure me for fit on bicycle. Never trust an ex-pro rider ... he's making me earn my keep already. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">It's a struggle to eat all the food on the menu today, but that's because I'm just not feeling with it, but at least I haven't fallen off the good food wagon and crashed head first into the junk food.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">As they say in the classics ... Cheers! Let's drink more water. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Later ... much later. I won! I went to the gym and put in a full session tonight - weights, followed by 30mins on the spin cyle + 30 mins on the treadmill, followed by 60mins of stretching and human-pretzel making in a yoga class. I'm tired, but glad I did it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Now I can face Day 3 with an honest face :)<br />
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</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">What's been the missing element? It's not been motivation, but it's been my health. 18 months ago I suffered a major infection followed by bouts of diahorrea resulting in a mystery for my naturopath. After not recovering to full speed, I finally sought help of my doctor. I hate doctors. Saw enough of the medical professional with my late husband's treatment over the years. But finally I caved. I think I know my body by now, so I told her that I was suffering a chemical imbalance of the blood. Sure enough, extensive blood tests revealed I was suffering from a severe lack of Zinc. Well now we know, why I have been suffering all these odd things and emotions for the past couple of years. But importantly, why I've been finding training and getting my body back a struggle.</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Now, I'm on Zinc supplements to fortify my system, and I'm a changed woman. I identified today as the starting day for my 100 Day Challenge, and now I am taking it to the world. I saw Katie's challenge, and knew it linked into my objectives. Recently I started my own sports blog (<a href="http://marketingmuscleinoz.blogspot.com/">marketingmuscleinOz.blogspot.com</a>) which focuses on different sports including bodybuilding and motorsports. I'm enthusiastic about both, you see. I've started contributing to another blog (<a href="http://girlgetstrong.com/">girlgetstrong.com</a>) which chronicles my journey back to centre stage on 2010, but SkinnyBones is a tad more personal and daily recording of my head, my heart and my training/diet.</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Down to the science, I recently decided to go it alone with my training and nutritionals instead of relying on someone else (a trainer in my case) I wanted to really own my achievement. So I'm an advocate of whole natural foods, and a fan of Tom Venuto's nutritional information. I recently created my own diet and training programmes, and it is this that I shall be using as my foundation. Am I really on the right track, or just full of sh*t? <i>Time alone will tell.</i></span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I recently joined a gym that provides not only good weights and machines, the right culture, BUT cardio classes, and is part of a 24/7 worldwide chain. Day one dawns, and I've been to the gym and trained chest, biceps and abs. I've done 30mins on the treadmill before I had to return to work. And it's all written in the journal. Working for yourself is not all that it is cracked up to be at times BTW. Coz I can't stop at 5pm because the day is over, I just have to keep on going until it's all done. LOL</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">I've taken my pre-training fat burning supplement. I've had my post-training shake with the extra supplements. I'm drinking my water, eating clean ... so far so good.</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">This week, I will get on the scales, but I'm not getting anywhere near a tape measure. But I know my goals, I have my vision, I'm developing the mindset of Bodybuilder again.</span></div><div style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;"><br />
</span></div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Today, I'm on my way. Here's my </span><b style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: red;">X </span></b><i style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"><span style="color: black;">the line is drawn in the sand now!</span></i></span><br />
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I realize natural food is what I crave and indulge in and the week-ends are challenging (portion wise), so one battle at a time...I'll get there one bite at a time!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-66662357946923948032009-08-22T05:58:00.000+10:002009-08-22T06:00:47.878+10:00Bones UpdateHi guys,<br />Still trucking along - I should really lose some bones this week because I haven't blogged regularly and I haven't got my strength training in though I may be able to fit in a small session after RPM this morning and make it session three!<br /><br />On the positive side, I'm using this Challenge to become more aware of my thoughts, actions and behaviours and trying to act more on the negative and keep encouraging those good vibrations!<br /><br />Off to the markets on the weekend to buy some organic vegetables with Shelley. Rather looking forward to it!LizNhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09959963667267205981noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-51909514236829347542009-08-19T08:07:00.003+10:002009-08-19T09:44:53.092+10:00CathyC-Phase 3 midpoint ChallengeOkay so there are a million reasons for me to be healthy and fit, but I'll only need to name a few, 26 in total: No particular order or category...it's all meaningful!<br />1-Healthy heart means healthy mind<br />2-I have a positive outlook, more confident<br />3-more energy and stamina<br />4-I see my muscles because of weight training<br />5-my husband loves my round butt ..and I do too ;)<br />6-I have a smaller and flatter belly<br />7-love to see my hip bones<br />8-feeling sexy<br />9-love eating crunchy salads and veggies<br />10- I get creative with low carb recipes<br />11-educate my kids about eating clean<br />12-eliminate sugar:no high and lows...no more depression<br />13-appreciate my body so I eat clean and exercise<br />14-I am thankful for my circle of friends who make me laugh<br />15-I have been inspired with women with similar goals<br />16-I love to shop and try clothes on again<br />17-my daughter wishes she looks like me<br />18-my husband thinks I'm "hot"..it cracks me up!!<br />19-my mom is also eating better<br />20-I get complemented on my food blog and recipes<br />21-I love sharing my personal accomplishments with people I just meet<br />22-I have the courage to stand up and say "No I can't eat dessert, it's not good for me! "<br />23-taking charge of my Hormone Imbalance<br />24-I enjoy making breakfast, lunch and dinner to better my food plan<br />25-I love my kids and want to see them grow up and have their own children one day<br />26-I am happiest when I am taking care of my body, mind and soul!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-67343442917938571382009-08-18T00:05:00.003+10:002009-08-18T00:13:10.817+10:00CathyC-Phase 2..updateHi all,<br />I did okay on Phase 2. I have exercised and haven't eaten sugar since the beginning-I am so happy for that and I did lose 1 pound...yeah!! I still want to be less stressed about my weight, I will practice smaller food portions on the week-ends so I don't feel tempted to weight myself to see the "damage".Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-71302395202873040682009-08-17T00:42:00.003+10:002009-08-17T00:55:21.907+10:00PIP'S UPDATE<span style="color:#000099;">Hello all! </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Sorry for my absence, - honestly I've had nothing awesome to report. I've been quite busy lately with stuff, and um off track mostly.</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">I have found 'easing into' new behaviours isn't the best for me and if I do something I dislike pussy footing around if I have the ability to go harder. I would try harder at the 'ease in thing' but really need to shape up fast, (to fit my size 12 bridesmaid dress on 15 Nov, - I was the correct size for it late May, then for the up and coming triathlon season and health/confidence reasons). The lure of sugar/fat salt is so strong unless I set precise rules about them. Last time I shaped up I drank far too much alcohol, need to still drop all bad habits at once this time haha!</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">So yesterday I started the 15 day detox and will need to put up a big consistent effort from now till the wedding, - I hate that I let it get to this. Have been totally on track with all and training the last 2 days. Didn't weigh self as I didn't wanna agonise all day over the reading on Sat. (I always know what I am within a kilo by body feel if I don't get on scales, if I know it's bad I just don't want it confirmed!) I will weigh when in a better momentum and when the reality won't be quite as daunting!</span>Piphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15245470343794813878noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7268808434911536843.post-11558272156003958762009-08-16T23:00:00.002+10:002009-08-16T23:26:39.852+10:00Got stuck on deserted island.........but you know what I needed it and have enjoyed my swim back to the pirate ship!!<br />Here's my phase 2, days 11 - 20 update and check in as listed by the wonderful Captain Katie.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">1)</span></strong> Reviewed your action goals -- <strong>I have spent most of the last 10 days (phase 2) reviewing my goals and learning how my goals need to be structured</strong>.</span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">2)</span></strong> Identified what you need from the people around you depending on whether they had the same or different goals -- recruited your Pirate Partner(s) and crew (+ bonus bone) </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>basically here I have the rest of the crew as support but just need to use them more. I posted here at about day 7 or 8 I think and had 5 comments back, they truly struck a cord with me and are what I took <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">on board</span> when making for the island to do some reviewing and some searching. So to all you pirates, THANKS.<br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">3)</span></strong> Recognised and thanked the person who helps you the most -- chose your first mate (+ bonus bone) <strong>This is without a doubt my soul mate and husband, he loves me unconditionally, he supports anything I want to do, only he knows who I am. I do verbally Thank him but maybe I need to find other ways do show <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">him</span> my Thank in future.</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">4)</span></strong> Identified the person who inspires and motivates you - your role model -- mid phase challenge post (+ bonus bone) <strong>My mum inspires me, I also have lots of inspirational people I work with, my members that attend my classes inspire and motivate me, some <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">story's</span> are unbelievable, I couldn't pick one person.</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">5)</span></strong> started a journal -- started writing your own history </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>I haven't done this yet.<br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">6)</span></strong> resisted temptation and faced your fears -- fought the evil Pirate of Powerlessness<br />stepped out of your comfort zone - walk the plank <strong>I have had a few moments of temptation and I have won, I am proud of this, this is a <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">definite</span> step forward for me</strong>.<br /><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">7)</span></strong> voted on the poll 'how clean is your diet?' - stocked the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">galley Check</span> In Process (*voluntary) </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>haven't done this yet<br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">8)</span></strong>Fill in the Skinny Bones Tally spreadsheet in Google with your Skinny Bones tally for this phase (if you don't have access then add it to your comments) <strong>need to work this out!! sort of lost count, will track back</strong></span><br /><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">9)</span></strong>Comment on this post with the following information<br />your milestones - e.g. weight loss, inches/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">cms</span> lost, days without <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">binging</span>, physical improvements etc. </span><span style="font-size:85%;"><strong>I am monitoring my weight but being <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">preggers</span> not able to focus on loss, my weight is holding steady which I am please with at this stage of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">preg</span> as <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">i'm</span> starting to show and baby is growing. I am monitoring my <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">bodyfat</span> and measurements so this may show more <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">achievement</span> when I do those again. I have continued to get 8 - 8 and a half hours sleep per night which is great. I am still focused on drinking enough water each day. I have been logging and becoming totally aware of food I am consuming and making sure I am eating what baby needs.<br /></strong>9) the most important lesson you've learned over the past 20 days <strong>that I need to let the all or nothing mentality go, that I must stop punishing myself for what I used to class as minor blips, which are <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">in fact</span> things that are normal. To be in the present, be in the now, the past has gone and the future is not here yet.</strong></span><br /><strong><span style="font-size:85%;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-size:85%;">Thanks for listening guys, a long winded way of catching up but the journey of phase 2 was very nourishing for me, I found some treasure and I am so pleased to be back on the ship again and ENJOYING it.</span></strong>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1