Sunday 2-26-12

Well, here I go bragging again...but I can't help it.  Being a post menopause woman who "struggles" to lose every single pound and has success I think I have earned bragging rights.  I went shopping yesterday and was in a store that had such good customer service (yes there are still stores out there with customer service) that the sales woman suggested I try their jeans with a sweater I had on.  I told her what size jeans I had on and she brought me 4 pairs to try on.  I looked at the size before I put them on and said....grrr she brought me the wrong size....it was a size smaller than what I told her.  But I put them on and tada! they fit.  The size was a size "10".  I just couldn't believe it.  Less than a year ago and prior to Pearla's nutrition classes and Johnny's weight training I was a size 18.  I told the sales woman, "You made my day, I never would have chosen that size!"  It's moments like that that keep me on track.  You can do it too. Grace

Thurs 2-23-12

Well, this is the beginning of another nutrition class.  Welcome, Sam and Izzy to the advance class.  We're a good group and a lot of support for each other.  It will be a fun, fast 6 weeks.  Good luck to everyone. Grace

thanks for the work out

thanks for a great work out this AM feeling good and ready for the day

Feb. 16, 2012

Feb. 16, 2012

I (Dory) lost 4 1/4 inches off my body. I love Herbalife products and how they are making me healthy. I was able to hold 15 pound dumb bells in each hand (30 pounds total) bend and almost touch my toes. It has been almost 20 yrs. since my back injury. I am getting my life back. YEAH!!!!!~Dory

Weds 2-15-12

Well it's our final weigh in tonight.  I hope everyone does great.  Kudos to the beginner class for their weight lose.  Brittany you did fantastic!!  Here's to a good weigh in. Grace

Sunday - 2/12. Laura

Spent today setting up my food for the next several days and getting
myself ready for 6am boot camp. Love going into the week prepared and
calm. So good for making it work. Here is to a successful final week
for all of us......see everyone Wed.
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Tuesday 2-14-12

Happy Valentines Day to everyone!  Had a great workout with Johnny today.  Legs....ugh!!  Tomorrow is our final weigh in for this session...can you believe it?  Well, not me.  I am hoping for a lose even though I was on vacation last week.  So lets end the session on a positive note.  Lose we can do it!

Tuesday 2/14. Laura

Struggling today. For some reason I want to eat all the wrong things.
I've maintained, but I'm craving junk. I went for a pedicure instead
of pizza for lunch. Nice swap I think. Haha.
See everyone tomorrow.
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Sunday 2-12-12

Hello everyone,  back from vacation.  Not sure where the week went.  Didn't workout as much as I wanted but I did eat well and held my weight.  But time will tell come Wednesday's weigh in.  Getting back into the swing of things and preparing for the upcoming week.  It's all about preparation.  Glad to be back into my routine. 

Saturday - 2/11. Laura

Today I went back to my bad habit. I am owning it and moving on. I
wish everyday would be perfect, but this is real life. I am still
learning to not be derailed from my goals by each pebble in the road I
step on. It was a blip, and I got back on track. (I will walk extra
on the treadmill tonight ). I know I have made progress as I now
encounter less pebbles which come fewer and further between and I feel
so in control if regaining control. We have the power and I intend to
keep using it!!

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feb 9th, 2012

Feb. 9th, 2012

Stress is a choice it is as simple as that. I can control whether I get stressed or not. 

Let us all remember we are an amazing person.  And we will all be winners~Dory

Friday 2/10 - Laura

Have not gotten my water in today as I normally would and boy can I
tell. Looking towards a strong and restful weekend filled with me
time!! Isn't that really the best for our souls? Stay warm all.

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Thursday ~ 2/9 Laura

Having a good week and I hope to keep that "balance" going forward.  Looking forward to a strong workout tonight and the ensuing reminders for the next several days afterwards that I worked hard. Sounds like everyone is getting close to their goals.  Awesome!  Keep the focus and keep doing good and you will feel good.

Laura Espinosa

Red Bull Brand Manager

Amoskeag Beverages, LLC

510 Hall Street, Bow NH 03304

603.224.3348  ext. 159

laura.espinosa@amoskeagbeverages.com

Wednesday 2/8 - Kelly

Hello!  I hope everyone has had a great week despite the outcome of the game on Sunday.  Kayla and I were just realizing that we are nearing the end of class.  I'm about 3 - 5 lbs shy from my goal weight (I'll find out tonight, yikes), so I really need to stay focused.  Can't wait to see everyone!! 

Sunday 2/5 ~ Laura

Pats are just about to start and I thought I would take a minute to
catch up on blogs. Glad I did! All good, right and makes you want to
keep going. I am going to try the oatmeal recipe and YES Kelly, you
are getting stronger. I could see it last week. You look awesome!
Getting to any 6am workout I feel is a great accomplishment. I always
have to remind myself how amazing I feel the rest of the day and how
productive I have been while others are still sleeping. One small step
each day in a better direction is a step closer to making it happen.
Have a great week everyone.
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Sat - 2/4. Laura

Spent today making food for my meals for the next several days.
Excited about all my workouts that I have started back with. Working
out is just feeling right. I look forward to it all.
Go Pats!!
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Feb.2, 2012~Dory

Feb.2, 2012

1/3 cup dry oatmeal

2/3 cup water

1/4 cup raspberries

2 Tablespoons Herbalife Chocolate Protein Drink

!/2 cup soy milk (can use whatever milk)

1/3 cup dry oatmeal made with water.  Yes I cook it .lol

Then had a 1/4 cup raspberries.

Mix chocolate protein drink with a 1/2 cup soy milk.  You can use real milk. Yes I am eating this and it taste yummy.  Like a chocolate raspberry oatmeal cookie. 

I feel like I am reaching for the cookie dough. lol

Hmmm maybe if I add a little peanut butter next time. ~Dory

Feb.2, 2012~Dory

Feb.2, 2012

I was thinking yesterday...How to make lifestyle changes.  You surround yourself with people who love you and appreciate you, those who make you laugh and feel good. You forget the negative, and focus on the positive. Love everyone and pray for the ones who don't treat you right. Life is too short to be anything but happy. Falling down is a part of life, getting up is living."

Yes, I am important, and we together can make these lifestyle changes for life. 

Exercise + Eating Healthy + Excellent Support = Extraordinary Healthy MEEeee!!!!  :)

Hugs to all~Dory

Thursday 2/2 ~ Laura

Good Morning America had a small bit on the news this morning about
how bad sugar is for you and how so much of it is hidden in what we
eat daily that we are not really aware. They would like it taxed for
foods with high amounts. Makes you aware when they show granola as a
high sugar item of how much we take "healthy" labels at face value.
Glad we are learning to be me suspicious.
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Friday Feb 3 - Kelly

Happy Friday!!  Holy endorphins!  Every week that I make it to 6 AM suspension training on Wednesday, my mood definitely brightens.  Changes are still happening every day.  I feel like I've built up enough muscles to actually feel the burn where I'm supposed to.  When I used to do crunches and jack knives, I would feel it in my back or legs first.  I would feel so weak when I couldn't lift my butt off the floor, but sticking with it really improves your form.  The little accomplishments really add up and we should pat ourselves on the back (and then do one more rep!)  I hope everyone does something nice for themselves this weekend because we are all doing awesome!!       

Friday ~ 2/3 Laura

Felt a bit defeated (okay pissed) the scale on Wed was not friendly. (I dont really know how unfriendly, just know it was) I know I need to really put on a full court press with the workouts so that is my plan this week.  I am going to take time this weekend  to get together a book (like Fletchers) and make a plan to be aware.  Being aware of getting back to the basics and basic choices. Like all of us in class, we are all so busy that second nature is not quite second nature yet. I am avoiding situations this weekend that I know will derail me and I am really good with it.  Derail my eating and derail my mind set.  I will get on top of my struggle and reach my goal!!!  Have a great weekend all and GO PATS!!!!

Laura Espinosa

Red Bull Brand Manager

Amoskeag Beverages, LLC

510 Hall Street, Bow NH 03304

603.224.3348  ext. 159

laura.espinosa@amoskeagbeverages.com

Weds 2-1-12

February 1st can you believe it? Well home resting after some major dental work.  Soft foods for me today.  Looking forward to the weigh in tonight. Good luck everyone. :) Grace

Wednesday 2/1 - Kelly

Hi everyone!! I can't wait to see you all in class tonight, it's feels like it's been ages.  This week has brought new and familiar bumps in the road that will be very nice to smooth out. I hope everyone has a wonderful Wednesday!!