Tuesday 1-31-12 Grace

Hello everyone, had a good workout with Johnny this morning.  Just got done my salad with turkey for lunch.  For some reason the salads this week just isn't cutting it.  You know how some times you say, boy that salad was good and other times not so good.  This week is a not so good week but I am sticking with them. Have a great day!

Monday 1/30 ~ Laura

The news just said the best way to keep your brain sharp in old age is
exercise. Sounds like we will be the smartest people around. I had 2
workouts today and I feel exhausted, but very smart!!
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Sunday ~ Laura

Today was a good day. Looking forward to having a strong workout week,
starting bright and early at 6am. Pearla's words last week have been
circling in my head all this week. It is not only a lifestyle change,
but a mindset also. Pulling my thoughts together this week has been
priority. Hope everyone has success this week. Whatever step that may
be.
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Sunday 1-29-12 Grace

Well we're more than half way through the weekend.  I did a 3 mile walk and a 1 mile jog this morning.  I have to say I  really had to make myself do it, one of those mornings.  But I am determined to break this next decade by the end of our Advance Class session.  And I have a one week vaca before the end of this also so it will be really hard to stay on track and stay focused on my end result.  Grace

Saturday 1-28-12 - Grace

Wow, I saw something today that I don't think I've ever seen....definition in my fore arms.  It still surprises me on how my body is changing since I've been doing weight training with Johnny and nutrition class with Pearla. It's little things like that that keeps me going.  Have a great day everyone, Grace

1/27 ~ Friday Laura

Balance, Balance, Balance......Thank you Pearla!!!  Each day is it's own day. Enjoy the weekend everyone.

Laura Espinosa

Friday 1-27-12 = Grace

Another TGIF!  They don't come fast enough.  Heading into the weekend with a plan for my workouts and meals.  Thinking positive and hope everyone has a great weekend.  Keep up the good work everyone, Grace

Jan.26,2012

Thursday, Jan.26, 2012

Hey everyone.  Yesterday weigh in wasn't to bad.  Did gain a 1/2 pound.  Oh well.  Had a lot of stress this last week.  Life happens.  The good news is we had company for 3 days and I did not eat out NOT even one of those days. YEAH, YEAH,YEAH!!!

Plus I am working out with Johnny as my trainer.  Wow,  I did 60 sit-ups.  Pat myself on the back.  A year ago I was not doing sit-ups.  Nope, heck I was not hardly even bending.  So hats off, I salute Johnny and Pearla.  And Herbalife products.  I love the whole package deal...nutrition, exercise, Herbalife.  Dory, is one happy healthy person.

Rock on everyone!!!~Dory

Thursday 1-26-12

Whoo hoo everyone!  Kudos to the advance class.  As the weeks progress it's tougher to drop those lbs but we all did.  That's something to be proud of.  Good luck to you Henry to stay on track when you go away.  I will have that challenge the following week.  Have a great day everyone!! Grace

Thursday. Kayla 1/26/12

Good morning! Slept well last night. Feeling good this morning. Getting ready to go work out with pearla! I have a feeling it's going to be a good day.

Kayla

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Wednesday 1-25-12

Well it's weigh in tonight.  Hope everyone had a good week and reaches their weekly weight loss goal.  Each week seems to be harder but I know we all have the positive attitude to work through it.  Good luck everyone! See you in class. Grace

Tues ~ 1/24 Laura

I'm so frustrated this week. I have had such struggles trying to stay
on track. I am not going to be much help to my team and for that I
apologize. What frustrates me most is that I can't seem to be BIGGER
than the crazy way my days are. I plan, I am aware, I want it and yet
I still loose control of my time, my focus and energies. How do you
stay ahead of the craziness and keep the dedication needed to see the
results? I know you all are doing it and I am so glad for you all. I
am looking to find how to make this work consistently in my world.
Consistency for me is missing. As we share the great, I need to share
my not so great also. I am sure I will leave tomorrow night feeling
great again, (I always do) I am looking forward to all your successes
to feed off and Pearla and Johnny's wisdom to snap me back.

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Tuesday 1-24-12 - Grace

Well it's today and tomorrow left to stay on track for this week's weigh in.  Worked out last night and had a great weight training with Johnny this morning.  Feeling good, I bought a new top last night and it is nice to buy in a decent size that there are still stylish choices to pick from.  It's been a lot of years since that happened.  Stay focused and stay on track.  Have a great day, Grace

Monday 1-23-12 - Grce

Hello Everyone, how about those Pat's?  It was a nail biter.  Hope everyone had a good weekend.  We had an extra long workout at the gym yesterday before the game with a nice baked chicken to eat during the game.  Had the will power to stay away from the chicken wings this weekend.  One day at a time.  Have a great day, Grace

1/22 Sunday ~ Laura

I have been thinking this week has been so bad for me as far as
routine and feeling like I am doing what is right. I just read a
passage in a book that says, essentially, once you label your day
(week in this case) as bad, you dismiss and throw away perfectly good
or salvageable hours (days). So, I am going to change my thinking and
keep trying to salvage my week.
I am also counting on the Pat's to salvage what is now a tie score and
kick some Raven ASS.
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Sat ~ 1/21 Laura

I have been very lazy today. I put on some workout clothes and will do
a routine from the on demand choices. Trying to motivate myself this
week. Thanks Kelly, your Friday blog was what I needed. I get bogged
down worrying about the scale when I need to just focus on making the
good choices we learn about. You all have good words. Keep them
coming!
GO PATS!!!!!!!

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Sunday 1-22-12 - Grace

Good morning everyone! Kelly I know just how you feel.  I break my weight lose in decades of pounds and I am struggling to break another decade.  I have been working on this decade for months and months, at times feel I'm never going to break it.  The only thing that keeps me going when I don't see the scale move is that my clothes are fitting me better.  I don't think we're asking for much just a little sign to keep us going.  I hear Johnny saying "you're getting healthier, that's all that matters, just keep going".  Without that encouragement I probably would have given up.  I haven't lost a huge amount of weight but have gone from a size 18 pants to a size 12.  And I know it's shifting, toning, strengthening and shrinking.  So the whole program is working.  We just need to stay focused and on track.  Grace

sunday 1/22/12

Good morning. Football game today hope all have the willpower to stay on track. Think healthy foods for the game and drink plenty of water. Hope our team wins!

Saturday 1/21 - Kelly

Woo!! It was much easier (and cheaper) to run on the sidewalks in the nice California weather so I didn't think I could jog for much time after being on a 4 month hiatus, but I surprised myself.  Yesterday I read a blog entry by a girl who does roller derby on endurance training that helped me push through, this passage totally did it for me:

"I also love endurance because I think it's dramatic.  Most people would disagree with me on this point and instead use the word 'boring.'  I guess the way I think about it is that there comes a moment when you don't feel you can continue, but you do.  And then that point comes again... but you keep going.  The mental battle prevails in distance events.  It's the ability to weigh your body's wants versus it's needs and to be able to discern the difference between when you're just hurting and when you're injured.  If you can find the edge or that sweet spot where you're pushing at exactly the right intensity then you can ride it all day and it feels amazing." http://derbybusiness.blogspot.com/

It didn't hurt that a kick-butt song came on the old iPod just as I wanted to give up ;)

Happy Saturday everyone!!

Friday 1/20 - Kelly

Hi everyone!  After training with Pearla yesterday morning and boot camp last night, I'm feeling ready for the weekend!  I plan to get a gym membership to get my endurance up and help me reach my goals.  Laura you are so right, sometimes we have weeks when we feel so great and our clothes fit differently, but our weight doesn't go down.  My body has changed so much in the past couple of weeks, my muscles are growing and workouts are becoming easier but I weigh the same.  I have to repeat to myself that it's important to feel healthy and happy, the pounds will drop eventually.  Have a great Friday!

Thurs 1/19 ~ Laura

Trying to keep it all in line with the crazy work week I have had. I
am going to need to focus this week and stay organized. I know we all
have great support around us so I will be leaning on you all a bit to
get my bearings back. Still having a little soreness from my workout
to remind me. Love the feeling. Missed it!
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TGIF 1-20-12 - Grace

TGIF everyone!  We did up our weekly meal plan last night.  This so helps us stay on track and create the grocery list.  We actually spend less money on groceries because we're not buying this and that in case we make this or that.  Should have done this years ago, lol.  Where were you Pearla?  So glad we found you.  Have a great night everyone.  Pearla's pasta roll ups tonight for supper, yum, yum.  Grace

Thurs 1-19-12

Kudos to everyone at weigh in last night in the Advance Class.  We all had a lose, fantastic.  We're heading into another football weekend that we need to make good choices.  We can do it! We're all strong people! Kudos to the Beginner Classes also.  We hear you're doing great!

Weds 1-18-12

Well, here it is week #2 weigh in for the advance class.  I have to admit this "Challenge" is working for me, it brings out the competitiveness in me.  I had a good week but that doesn't always show on the scale for me so I am always anxious to get weighed in, like I said even though I had a good week.  Sometimes I feel like I will have a good loss and zingo I have a gain, go figure.  It's not easy being a woman trying to lose weight.  Oh well the scale will tell.  Good luck everyone! Grace

Wednesday 1/18 - Kelly

Hi everyone!!  I was feeling the week two blues, but suspension training this morning cheered me up :)  I'm looking forward to class tonight to get some new ideas and motivation.  Have a great day!

suspension training - Henry

Good Afternoon,

Another nice suspension training class this morning,  Hope everyone reaches their goals again this week. Good Luck.

Henry

Tues 1/17 ~ laura

Sore from boot camp last night. But a great sore! Good luck at weigh in!
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Tuesday ~*Kayla~*

Hey guys, 

I will get this blog thing at some point. But I'm hoping to lose my two pounds this week after losing almost 8lbs last week. Worked out with Pearla this morning. Feeling great about being back at it! I've also gone to group classes and boot camp kicks my A**! Looking forward to tomorrow!

Kayla

Turkey Pot Pie - Dory

Tuesday January 17th, 2012

Has anyone tried Pearla's Turkey Pot Pie?  I needed to keep my carb down a little.  So I tried this without the crust.  OH MY GOSH!!!! This is SOooo YUMMY!!!.  Try it you will not be sorry, it is one of my favorite meals.  I also made it with chicken instead of turkey.  It is easy.  Make it the night before to have for a quick warm up for the next day. ~Dory

Tuesday 1-17-11 - Grace

GM everyone!  Hope you had a good weekend and stayed on track.  Made Pearla's Pasta Roll Ups on Sunday.  They are addicting.  Made a delishish egg white omelet with spinach and onions with a little cheese for a good breakfast.  Had a great leg workout with Johnny this morning.  Thanks Johnny - Grace

Monday ~ 1/16 Laura

Leaving work early and planning to go to boot camp.  It has been a while since I have really sweat and I need to expel some stress.  Pretty sure this will do it.  I won't be in class Wed due to a business trip but will plan to weigh at some point tomorrow.  Good luck everyone!

Laura Espinosa

Monday 1/16 - Kelly

Happy Monday everyone!  I hope everyone had a great weekend, GO PATS!!  It's becoming a little easier to fit all my meals in without setting reminders, just need to find a way to fit more cardio in during the week to keep the momentum going. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone on Wednesday for some positive motivation!!

Sunday *~Kayla~*

Sorry guys. Still seem to be having a issue remembering to blog. Been feeling better each day. I notice small things every day that I am able to do with more ease. That's my motivation.  Hope everyone had a great weekend. Keep up the good work.

*~Kayla~*

Sunday ~ 1/15 Laura

You are so right Henry. I was just talking about the whole carb
cravings Friday with a co worker. When I allow the wrong carbs, I
crave more garbage and it makes me crazy. When I am on plan and eat on
schedule, I feel better and don't crave the carbs. It is a balancing
act that I don't have mastered yet but each time I make a good change
that I have made part of my lifestyle now, I feel better for it.
Good luck everyone, one day at a time. Stay warm! Luv those Pats!!
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Tracking - Henry

Good Morning All,

I have had certain revelations regarding weight loss recently. Tracking is the most important aspect of a good program. The minute I think I know what I am doing and stop tracking, small decisions I make end up with more carbs in my diet. When that happens my body

craves more and more carbs and I listen regardless of my intentions. I have asked myself why would someone like Pearla who knows so much about nutrition continue to track on a daily basis?  I know realize that the decisions you make every day make a difference and that tracking allows you to find the obvious. I hope this helps someone because it has taken me a couple of years to face this reality.

Henry 

Sat 1/13 ~ Laura

I survived my business trip and was able to make some good food
choices. Those situations will continue to be a big challenge for me
so I need to keep reminding myself what MY focus is and find workable
solutions for those times I am not the one making the choices.
Tomorrow is a new day. GO PATS!!!!

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Sunday 1-15-12 - Grace

Woo hoo Pats!!  Made a batch of Pearla's White Chicken Chili yesterday.  Ahhh, the aroma's that filled the kitchen.  It was DELISH! Trying to throw in a little goal for myself by making more of Pearla's recipes this week.  Muffins are in the oven and will be making Pearla's Pasta Roll-ups later today.  Going for a nice jog today too.  Good luck to everyone to stay on track. Grace

Saturday 1-14-12 - Grace

GM everyone! Well we're heading into the weekend and hopefully a good clean eating weekend.  Even though there's a football game.  You can still make some clean eating munchies.  It's a nice brisk morning for a run outside! Have a great day everyone and keep up the good work. Grace

Friday 1/13~ Laura

Definately will have some challenges today and tonight.  Headed out of town for a company outing. While I tried to bring some protien bars and plan a few snacks, I will be at the mercy of planned meals and tours.  I am hoping to keep it a clean and simple as I can and not get bogged down by the craziness.  Wish me luck!

Laura Espinosa

TGIF

Looking forward to a couple of good workouts this week-end. Good luck to eveyone and have a great week-end.

Henry

Thursday 1/12 - Kelly

Wow!!  Everyone did so well the first week!! I'm hoping to stay on track and that the weather allows for Boot Camp tonight.  Keep up the good work :)

Thurs 1-12-12 - Grace

Wow, kudos to everyone on reaching their goals last night in Advance Class.  That is awesome and everybodies positive attitude and support is great.  Thank you mother nature for holding out on the snow so Fletch and I could get out work out with Johnny in this morning.  Not sure about the white knuckle thing Laura, lol.  Everyone drive careful and here's to another awesome week ahead of us.  Grace

Congrats - Henry

Congratulations to everyone for reaching their goals for the week.  Maintaining that focus for this week will end up with similar results. Good luck with that.     Henry

Thursday~1/12 Laura

Think I burnt some calories and strength trained this morning on my
ride from Concord to the Seacoast. Does gripping the wheel white
knuckled count as a workout? Hope everyone is safe on the roads today
and has a strong, clean week. I was so encouraged by everyone's losses
last night and feel empowered. Keep the momentum going!!!!
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class tonight

Good afternoon all,

Pearla runs a very good suspension training class which I would highly recommend. It is just too bad she could barely keep up with me. Just kidding.  Hope everyone reaches their goals their goals tonight.

Henry 

Wed Kayla

Hey everyone. Man I'm not good at remembering to blog yet. Only three this week for me. But I've gone to two boot camps and a stretching and balance class this week. I hope I hit my 2 lb goal! Good luck tonight everyone!

Kayla

January 11,2012

Wednesday~Dory

Wow! I really will have to say I am totally shocked.  Okay let's be real IT IS OVER THE TOP!!!!

Last year 2011, when I met Pearla and she told me, "Hey girl you are not going to need to exercise 5 hours or more a day to lose weight."

I believed her...hmm... NOooo not even for a moment.  I told her if I don't lose it on my time giving her 9 months for me to lose 5 pounds, I am out of here and you will NEVER see me again.. I have been there tried everything.  I don't sweat or lose.  Oh, yes I know how to eat right. Again not...

Okay everyone here my shocker. 

YES ME, drum roll please...lost 22 pounds in under 7 months. Only exercising 30 minutes 5 days a weeks, with strengthen 3 days a week for 1 hour.  That is 5 1/2 hours total a week not a day.  My thanks goes out to...

Pearla's Get Fit With Me Classes

And Johnny being my personal trainer, which sweating helps and works..

So YES Pearla IT DOES WORK!!!!  The whole package, the nutrition classes are needed, exercising are needed.  Above learning to do it the RIGHT WAY!!! ~You guy rock~Dory

Wed ~ 1/11. Laura

Eating a big salad with chicken and thinking thin!!! See everyone tonight!
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Wednesday 1-11-11

Woo, hoo, 1st week weigh in for our challenge.  Very excited.  Hope everyone had a good week.  Can't wait for tonight. Good luck everyone!

Tues~1/10 Laura

Love the balance and stretching class last night. Pearla, I want your
shoulders and arms! I am encouraged to hit the weights and make my
own muscles. You and Johnny are so good at keeping us moving towards
our better self. Each step in the right direction is a success story!
See everyone tomorrow night.
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Happy Tuesday

Happy Tuesday everyone!  I hope you've all had a great week.  Went to the gym last night to get my 3rd weight workout in.  I didn't want to, but my support system at home, Fletch, said, "We're going".  I needed that push, thank you Fletch.  Weigh in tomorrow night!  Thanks Laura for your support.

Monday

Well back to work today.  Had a good weekend staying on track and getting cardio in.  Plan on hitting the gym once Fletch gets home.  I enjoy reading everyones blogs.  We have a great group.  Keep up the good work everyone!

Monday 1/9 ~ Laura

Planning on balance and stretching tonight.....looking forward to it.  I joined "The Biggest Looser" at work today also.  Double whammys!  At the end of the day, I am making changes for me and that is what is important. I feel better having a focus back and since nothing I am wearing today fits well (think sausage) I need this again.  I was so frustrated this morning when I put on a pair of pants I hadn't worn in a month or so and they are tight again.  Instead of eating because I was in a mood, which is what tends to happen to me, I wore them anyway and will know ALL DAY why I need to keep my focus.  I will not put on that pair of "fat" pants and keep going as I was.  I am on a mission!!!!! 

Laura Espinosa

Monday Afternoon

Made it through some challenges this weekend, but could use some motivation today.  Hope to see some smiling faces at Boot Camp tonight!

Monday - Pearla 1/9

Happy Monday Everyone!
Started the day a bit disappointed when no one showed for Monday Morning Bootcamp, but I'm moving on, and grateful that I had time to do profile sheets!

I'm looking forward to a Fun Fill Suspension Training Class at 9!

If we can't change something, change the way we think about it. 

Have a Happy Healthy Day!
P

day by day - 1/9 Henry

If you take each day as an individual challange and win the short battle the war will be won.

Henry

Good morning

Get off the couch and just do even a small walk.  It's a beautiful day out there.  Stay focused and stay on track.  One day at a time.

1/8/12 - Henry

Sunday, the day of rest. After 8 miles on the eliptical, it is well earned. Good day everyone.

Henry

Saturday. Kayla

Having a good weekend.  Staying on track and loving it. Hope everyone has a good weekend.

Kayla

Almost midway 1st week - Grace

Well group we are almost mid way through our first challenge week.  We need to stay focused and get our workouts in.  I got off the couch and did cardio and a jog yesterday afternoon.  You can do it to.  I have to admit I don't think I missed anything getting away from the TV.  Keep a positive attitude and lets have some good numbers Wednesday night!  We all can do it. 

Sunday~1/8 Laura

All great reasons to keep on track
Grace, Congrats!! I am starting my Sunday off with an oatmeal muffin
with blueberries while reading Clean Eating magazine. I am hoping to
find a great new recipe that is simple to try. Have a strong week
everyone!
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Henry 1-5

Good Morning All.

This is going to be the best year of my life. I have significant goals in mind and enjoy all of the support from the classes that we attend.

I hope you all achieve what you want this year. You have to know what that is first, make a plan to get there and then take it day by day.

That is my plan. Good luck to everyone.

Henry

Focus- Henry 1/7

Focus is the key for me. If i choose each day to focus on my goals then my plan succeeds. When I drift, I fail.

Let's all focus.

Henry

The Numbers Don't Lie- Grace Rogers 1/7/12

Well, I went for my first physical since I have been attending Pearls's nutrition classes and weight training with Johnny.  Everything is down my weight, my size, my cholesterol, my blood pressure and my sugar.  Now what is up is my confidence, my positive attitude, my outlook on life and my patience. 

I still have a ways to go but I know I am on the right track.  Thank you Pearla and Johnny

Friday - 1/6

Have a GREAT weekend Everyone.  Keep tracking!

P

Laura ~ 1/6 Friday

It feels good to have a plan again. This is my daily struggle. If I
keep myself organized (this was my good habit) and keep focused on my
goal and plan daily, I know I will be successful. Each day I am
making time for MY PLAN that is about my wellness goal, whatever that
includes. If being organized is so helpful to my success, why is being
UNORGANIZED my makeup? 2012 Is my year to make this a priority for
me.
Good luck everyone on your daily good habit!!
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Kelly D - 1/6

Just want to send out good vibes to everyone heading into the weekend!!  We can do this!

Advance Nutrition Class - Grace

My husband and I joined the Advance Class at Transformation Wellness Center after taking the Beginners Class.  We left there with so much excitement for this 6-week program.  We immediately went home and made changes for this next journey towards wellness.  Looking forward to this "Weight Lose Challenge", bring it on!

1/5/12 - Henry

Good Morning All.

This is going to be the best year of my life. I have significant goals in mind and enjoy all of the support from the classes that we attend.

I hope you all achieve what you want this year. You have to know what that is first, make a plan to get there and then take it day by day.

That is my plan. Good luck to everyone.

Henry

First Day Blog Encouragement! - Kelly

I'm glad to see that everyone is so positive!!  Thinking about the end result is great motivation!  Hope to see everyone at boot camp tonight :)

1/5/12 - Pearla

I want to THANK all of you for this amazing opportunity to take this jouney with you and make the world a happier healthier world.

Love you all,
P

Thursday 01/05/2012 - Kayla

Hey everyone! What a great start to getting back on track. Had a great workout this morning. I don't think getting to bed by 10:00 will be a problem tonight. Good luck everyone! 

Kayla

Thursday 1/5~Laura

I am feeling good about getting back on track. I know it's when I feel
my best, look my best and function my best.
So here is to us all, we can make our goals a reality and have fun
doing it. Game on!!
Laura