Guest guest Posted March 4, 2002 Report Share Posted March 4, 2002 Amy, WOW! I bet you're just glowing with happiness!! CONGRATULATIONS! Want to offer any tips on doing such a great job?? Hugs, L in Ohio 9-10-01 -75 lbs. > Hi ! > > My pre-op weight was 346 and I'm 5 " 11 " . So only about 57 more lbs to reach my personal goal. > > Amy > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 6, 2002 Report Share Posted March 6, 2002 Hi Again Ava Lee; Thanks for griping. I had no idea what Fibro can do to you and how difficult it is to cope with the fact that you have not done enough in this life and that darn fibro prevents you from doing and being what you want. I'm sure we all will do well to know what you have to deal with daily. Even so you are so remarkable with others. God gave you the blessing of being able to help those here on the board. Do you realize how many people you are touching? I for one am so grateful for you. Please gripe anytime. You help others with their gripes so much that you have " earned the right. " After all we are all sisters and brothers here and we all love each other. I am so sorry. If prayer helps I want you to know I will remember you every day and night. May the Lord bless you for all of your efforts. ((((((((( Big Hug))))))) in Pa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 Thanks , that's exactly what I did...a little bit here and there instead of trying to do it all at once. Managed to get quite a bit done around the house yesterday. Now I just have to organize 1 birthday gift and 2 mother's day gifts! Thanks! Joan -----Original Message-----From: tae-bo_on [mailto:tae-bo_on ]On Behalf Of ko_beatSent: Wednesday, May 04, 2005 8:05 AMTo: tae-bo_on Subject: Re: UpdateJoan, I'm sorry things are tough for you right now! Except for the kids & math problems, and my company coming next weekend it could be my name on your email! I know exactly how you feel. Between yard work, neglected house work, son's b'day party this Saturday, his birthday next Tues, in-laws coming for a visit, feeling fat, science fair project hubby was supposed to do with son but didn't and hubby away I'm feeling pretty overwhelmed. My only advice, what I'm actually trying to do myself, is to do a little bit here and a little bit there. Evenutally it will all get done and your spirit/motivation/energy will come back. Hang in there kid! (kobeat)> Hi All,> > I haven't posted in a while because, to be honest, I haven't been working> out. I did try yesterday but just didn't have the> motivation/energy/excitement to do anymore than 10 minutes. Things here> just seem to all be bad right now even though I know they really aren't. I> have two children who are getting "c"s in math but aren't trying hard - if> they were and they were still getting a "c", that would be o.k. it's the> effort, not the grade that matters; the house needs cleaning and I have> people coming over tomorrow; I have a bunch of stuff on my to-do list and> not get up and go to do any of it; I'm getting hammered with emails with> viruses - 38 in the past two days; and I'm feeling fat even though I'm not> terribly overweight, it's mostly in my mind. In fact, all of this is mostly> in my mind and not nearly as bad as I think it is right now.> > Anyway, I'm still hoping to get back into tae-bo but for now, I guess I've> failed the challenge.> > Joan> > ~The smallest deed done beats out the greatest intention.~As Deb has said: "Fitness is a journey and it begins with the first step.""This isn't about weight loss, it's about enlightenment" - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 that is my problem handling my eating good luck with it. CarolynJoan Tate wrote: Thanks for your kind words Dave. I read them yesterday and started crying so I got up and ironed! :-0 I think I was just having an extremely "blue" day. Got up this morning and did 30 min. of the Strength Within tape. Now I just have to get a handle on my eating! Thanks for caring. Joan -----Original Message-----From: tae-bo_on [mailto:tae-bo_on ]On Behalf Of WiatrekSent: Wednesday, May 04, 2005 7:59 AMTo: tae-bo_on Subject: Re: UpdateJoan,Good morning! After reading your post I just had to respond (like that's a big surprise). I'm sure some may think I have no life or spend to much time on this web site, but I feel I have made a lot of friends and want to try and offer any positive advice, encouragement, and/or motivation for those who need it. EVERYONE needs encouragement at some time or another. The motivation/energy/and excitement will come around once you're ready to jump back in. I wouldn't rush it, though. A clear frame of mind is the best to exercise with as, in my opinion, the mind is focused on the exercise and the body responds much better. please move at your own pace and don't worry about what other people may think. Any negativism that comes your way will drain the mind of motivation and determination. We're behind you and support you 110%!!! Do what you have to do and start back up when you're ready.It is my opinion that ANYONE who started the challenge did not fail. Missing exercise time during this challenge is not imperative to the overall picture when it comes to long distance personal goals. you are a very busy mom that has other priorities (family, house, etc.). I'm sure I will miss many days of exercise once my baby girl is born, but that will not deter me from wanting to persue a healthy lifestyle when it does not interfere with what is most important to me. Exercise time will become available again. Please take good care of yourself and do what YOU need to do. One thing I have learned from my generalized anxiaety disorder (GAD) is that it is OK to tell other people NO and/or take a break from everyday chaos that surrounds us. We live in a crazy world and the amount of undue stress we place on ourselves is mind-boggling, even when we don't realize it. I believe you are a strong individual that has high goals set for yourself. Even though you may have taken a few steps backwards, it won't be difficult for you to start walking forward again. Attainable goals are much easier to reach rather than trying to do everything for everyone. Please keep your chin up and do what you can. And please do not worry about what other people may think. I don't know if any of this will help you, but please know we are all trying to encourage you the best we can. Take care and God Bless.Dave > Hi All,> > I haven't posted in a while because, to be honest, I haven't been working> out. I did try yesterday but just didn't have the> motivation/energy/excitement to do anymore than 10 minutes. Things here> just seem to all be bad right now even though I know they really aren't. I> have two children who are getting "c"s in math but aren't trying hard - if> they were and they were still getting a "c", that would be o.k. it's the> effort, not the grade that matters; the house needs cleaning and I have> people coming over tomorrow; I have a bunch of stuff on my to-do list and> not get up and go to do any of it; I'm getting hammered with emails with> viruses - 38 in the past two days; and I'm feeling fat even though I'm not> terribly overweight, it's mostly in my mind. In fact, all of this is mostly> in my mind and not nearly as bad as I think it is right now.> > Anyway, I'm still hoping to get back into tae-bo but for now, I guess I've> failed the challenge.> > Joan> > ~The smallest deed done beats out the greatest intention.~As Deb has said: "Fitness is a journey and it begins with the first step.""This isn't about weight loss, it's about enlightenment" - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2005 Report Share Posted May 5, 2005 Joan, You are more than welcome. It's great to hear that you got up and exercised this morning. Exercise usually makes me feel better, unless I get tired to the point I want to flop on the bed. Those " blue " days can really work on a person's mind. Thankfully blue days go away in time and the sun starts shining again. As far as the eating thing, you can and will beat it. I am in the same situation as far as eating. I love food. It's just too dog gone bad the good stuff has to be so bad for a person's body ...I'm talking cake and cookies and, well you get the picture Dave > > Hi All, > > > > I haven't posted in a while because, to be honest, I haven't been > working > > out. I did try yesterday but just didn't have the > > motivation/energy/excitement to do anymore than 10 minutes. Things > here > > just seem to all be bad right now even though I know they really > aren't. I > > have two children who are getting " c " s in math but aren't trying > hard - if > > they were and they were still getting a " c " , that would be o.k. > it's the > > effort, not the grade that matters; the house needs cleaning and I > have > > people coming over tomorrow; I have a bunch of stuff on my to- do > list and > > not get up and go to do any of it; I'm getting hammered with emails > with > > viruses - 38 in the past two days; and I'm feeling fat even though > I'm not > > terribly overweight, it's mostly in my mind. In fact, all of this > is mostly > > in my mind and not nearly as bad as I think it is right now. > > > > Anyway, I'm still hoping to get back into tae-bo but for now, I > guess I've > > failed the challenge. > > > > Joan > > > > ~The smallest deed done beats out the greatest intention.~ > > > > > As Deb has said: " Fitness is a journey and it begins with the first step. " > " This isn't about weight loss, it's about enlightenment " - > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 11, 2005 Report Share Posted November 11, 2005 Charlotte, be proud! You are progresing! Anny in Australia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 28, 2005 Report Share Posted November 28, 2005 13 minutes today with 2 minutes abs. I did the Tae-bo Strength workout today. I had trouble with one of the moves -- I'm not nearly as coordinated as I wish I was -- but I worked around it. I'm not sweaty but I'm feeling a bit of a burn almost everywhere, which is always a good sign that you've done enough to challenge those lazy muscles. Tyra, I appreciate your encouragement. I made working out a priority in my life because I don't want to lose functionality. On my really bad days I can't even make it out to the mailbox. I don't want my "good days" to be the same. So working out is mandatory if I want to not get totally disabled. It would be "easier" but terribly boring. I wouldn't want the next twenty years of my life to be spent on the sofa watching TV. My grandmother did that, and now she's in a nursing home not able to remember anything that happened 30 seconds ago. She asks the same question over and over, and has progressed to the point that she doesn't know me anymore. Now, I'm not saying that TV did that to her, but I do know that since I was a child and up to 3 years ago, she watched TV from morning until night, rarely moving from her easy-chair. Now she needs a wheelchair for mobility, and her mind is like a seeve. That is not! the life for me. Charlotte -- Affirmation and my update! Hello to all! Charlotte, I don't think I replied but I am so proud of you for hanging in there. Don't worry, you will get those 3 minutes back. I am so impressed that you are getting those 12 min in. Keep up the great work! Much Love Tyra Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2006 Report Share Posted January 9, 2006 I'm sorry about your blood clot...how long will you have to be on bed rest? I agree about doing the upper body stuff...use what ya got and ignore the rest...It'll keep you feeling better than if you were inactive. Being inactive tends to bring depression on in me... I have to admire you for keeping on working out even tho' it's hard. You motivate me. Charlotte -- Re: update Charlotte, keep on - you are getting there and not giving up! Right now, I have blood clots in one of my legs( superficial, not deep vein - thank heavesn 0 been there before!) I have factor v leiden, a blood clotting disorder. So, I am on rest - but my doctor said upper body workouts are okay. I have been doing just the upper body bits and using the bands from 's Basic Training and Ultimate Bootcamp workouts. Still fun! Anny in Australia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2006 Report Share Posted January 9, 2006 Heal quickly! Delana ________________________________ From: tae-bo_on on behalf of Gerard & Leonie Westenberg Sent: Mon 1/9/2006 7:25 PM To: tae-bo_on Subject: Re: update Charlotte, keep on - you are getting there and not giving up! Right now, I have blood clots in one of my legs( superficial, not deep vein - thank heavesn 0 been there before!) I have factor v leiden, a blood clotting disorder. So, I am on rest - but my doctor said upper body workouts are okay. I have been doing just the upper body bits and using the bands from 's Basic Training and Ultimate Bootcamp workouts. Still fun! Anny in Australia As Deb has said: " Fitness is a journey and it begins with the first step. " " This isn't about weight loss, it's about enlightenment " - Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 9, 2006 Report Share Posted January 9, 2006 Anny, I hope that the rests proves beneficial but that you are up and moving again soon. Love Tyra Re: update Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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