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I am starting on Monday. This is my first time doing this (or any home based) workout, and I am super motivated. I have spent the last week preparing my mind and my pantry, and have been eating very well and am satisfied. I think I have my diet pretty simplified to where it is easy to follow. I have taken before pictures, taken my measurements, and watched the videos to see what I am in for. I have not weighed myself because I don't own a scale, but I am not concerned so much about my weight as I am about how I look and feel and getting this fat off! I am a size 18. I will be posting my workouts daily, as well, to hold me accountable. Congratulations and I hope we both get the results we want on this program... I have very high hopes!

Hi BeckyAnne,
This is my very first time doing SI6. I just started this morning doing the start it up. I will log in daily with you and we can support each other. I am bigger than I ever have been in my life. Even when I gave birth to my children

I have a lot more weight to lose than you as I am in size 18 right now. Not really sure what we are suppose to do with this thread but guide me and I am in.

See ya tomorrow!!
Pushing play sleep and repeat

Good morning everyone --

Great workout. Started SI6 this morning. I usually do my exercises in the afternoon but decided to change it around a bit this time. Glad I did. I have a lot going on and knowing myself as I do, I may not have gotten to them this afternoon. --Actually, I have my dining room tore apart as it is finally going to get a fresh coat of paint. Once I get started, I like to keep on going. I like to paint, but emptying out the china cabinets and moving the hutches are a royal pain, so I'll probably be at this for a couple of days.

This morning after my workout, for Breakfast I had my Shakeology.
morning snack: Apple
Lunch: Grilled ham and cheese sandwich w/small green salad
afternoon snack: Sugar free pudding cup
Supper: Spanish style chicken and rice w/steamed broccoli (the recipe calls for asparagus, but I don't do asparagus)

I absolutely love Shakeology for breakfast. I am not much of a breakfast eater. But I KNOW that I have to have breakfast. I don't do cold cereals and definitly not oatmeal. Eggs are ok, but not my favorite. For a while I ate cottage cheese and fruit, or english muffins with PB. But when Shakeology came out, I had to try it. It is wonderful, not to mention the most nutritious meal of the day. And for me, being a chocoholic, gives me my chocolate fix every day. So simple, just throw it into your blender with milk (I use 2%) and crushed ice if you want, and there you have instant breakfast.

TAMMY: Hello. So glad to see you. Absolutely~~ We'll keep each other motivated day to day. I was a sz 18 when I first started--I was so round and so ill with myself. And what is worse, I went through my first 90 days, lost inches and lbs, my ego got in the way and I said 'looking good' and I slacked off and guess what? Got round again. Seems I didn't learn a thing. Just keep in mind this is not a diet and quick fix weight loss. (like I did) this is a lifestyle change. Once you get the hang of eating properly it will become second nature to you. As far as I am concerned, we don't eat diet food -- not in this lifetime --we eat normal, everyday good food. Recipes that your entire family will enjoy. And the exercises will help build muscle (not bulk up - just get stronger) and sculpt your body to the shape you desire.

I have lost weight and inches, but still have this awful (wide) fanny which goes along with the hips-- and my tummy, well I am going to be blunt, am tired of wearing the kind of undies that 'hold me in'. I will get some photos posted soon -- pictures don't lie --and you can see what I am talking about. You do the same, and we'll work on it together.

Don't give up or give in. You may get a little sore the first week or so, but I promise you it will get easier. My rule of thumb is each day, push yourself just one rep further than the day before and stick to your nutruition plan. It can be done. (and remember to keep yourself hydrated --water, water, water).

Well, I need to get out my paint can and get started. Hope everyone has a wonderful day.

(:=BeckyAnne

Hi My workout buddies,
This morning I was rushed so I did the cardio from the 10 min trainer. Pretty much I will do that in the mornings as I just don't have an hour to do cardio in the morning.(single mom 2 kids) My main workout will be in the evenings. I am at Ramp it up and have to admit it is kicking my butt in a good way. I dont use the bands just yet right now my own body weight is resistance enough I am 5'2" and 180lbs.

breakfast Special K with skim milk and fresh strawberries
snack apple
lunch lemon pepper grilled chicken salad (no dressing just water and pepper)
snack yogurt
dinner steamed brown rice with egg whites and carrots and peas cooked in a wok with very little olive oil

Hi all!

My name is Carla and I am starting Slim in 6 today as well. I usually workout when I get home from work because my mornings are so crazy. After my 2 hour commute home everyday the exercise helps me destress.

My biggest problem is going to be my diet. I AM A JUNK FOOD JUNKIE! I have cleared my pantry of all junk which is a start but my biggest concern is work. Someone is always bringing junk food into the office and I know I will have to dig deep to resist, resist, resist the temptation. If you have any pointers (other than stop eating that Junk) on how you avoid junk food please share.

This is my first time ever posting to a message board and I am looking forward to the daily encouragement from all of you.

I am a single mom with 2 kids as well. I agree, the best time to do this is in the morning before they wake up. Tomorrow will be day 3 of Start It Up. I started the food program about 2 weeks ago, and I am already getting people telling me I look good and asking if I'm losing weight. My muscles are sore and I actually like it because I feel like I am actually using my muscles!

I haven't tried the Shakeology. I am one of those weirdos that actually enjoys healthy foods. I have gained and lost the same 50 pounds at least 3 times in the last 10 years. Every time I gain the weight back and then when I start losing again, I kick myself for having waisted so much time fat, because I feel so good and am so satisfied when my diet is healthy. The problem is that I get caught up in life and kids and stop getting my food prepped. That's when it's dangerous for me... I think, "It's easier to just run to taco bell..." Not good!!! I don't even like Taco Bell, LOL!

Keep me posted on your progress... We can do this!!!

I did SIU last night and boy it was tough! I felt really good afterwards and woke up this morning feeling refreshed with a pep in my step. It is so exciting to see the posts from others with the wide variety of situations we can learn from each other and succeed together.


BECKYANNE: Unfortunately the 2 hours is a one way commute. URGHH!!! I am glad that I have Slim in 6 to help me deal. You have a really good idea about leaving and taking a walk. I usually stay in my office during lunch time and eat at my desk so going outside maybe the solution. When I exercise I tend to make better food choices.



I am looking forward to the results that are forthcoming from all.

Good for you!!! Last time I lost weight, I had the same problem with the junk food in the office or the bread basket at work lunches. You know what worked for me? I sat on my hands. No joke. When the junk food came, I would slip my hands under my thighs until I just forgot about it, or until the junk food was gone. Kind of a dumb trick but it worked for me! As for the cupcakes, just keep telling yourself you can have one in a bit. Then go a few hours later to get one and if you office is anything like mine, they will all be gone. Awww shucks!

OK - so I'm really sad today. I did not go to bed early enough last night, so I ended up exhausted this morning and did not wake up for my work out. Ugh. I'm SO mad at myself. And it's only Day 2. I know I shouldn't be so hard on myself but I don't even have that good of an excuse. I was up watching the darn Jon Gosselin interview!!! See! Not even a good excuse at all!!! I might work out tonight, although then I worry about being too tired to work out in the morning tomorrow again. I really need to do this morning workout thing. It's the only way I'll stick to it.

I definitely noticed a difference in my mood today. I was just more negative all around. I need endorphins!

Hi Everyone,
My name is Shannon and I just started SI6 again. A month ago I did about 2 weeks of SIU so this time I went strait to RIU. I had a hard time sticking to it before because I have a 3 1/2 month old son and I just went back to work. So I am trying to figure out a schedule. I can't work out it the morning because there is just not enough time between getting me and the baby ready to go out the door. So I started working out at night. The only thing that sucks is that I didn't get to work out until 9:30 last night, but I was really proud of myself that I didn it at all. I really want to stick with it this time. I have about 45 pounds to lose and I would love to lose 25 before my son turns 6 months old. I hope that I can lend some support to you ladies.

Hi
Well I have to say I am pretty disappointed I didnt push play last night or this morning I got front row tickets to the Nickleback concert last night What's a gal to do.

That's ok it was a minor slip that wont happen again (well I hope not anyway LOL )

Today I am eating
Breakfast Wheat English Muffin with PB
snack Orange
Lunch Chicken enchilada fat free sour cream yum and corn
snack watermelon
dinner turkey breast with fat free gravy brown rice small side salad with tomatoes no dressing

I will work out extra hard tonight


Shannon --- I do the 10 min trainer in the am for my cardio Like you my mornings are super crazy but 10 mins cardio is one heck of a little workout and jumps starts your day.