Who Is Getting Fit This Year?

[Ravenheart]

Oooh you have been busy posting while I've been dashing about.

Hello to new folks in the thread!

My latest update is I've lost 2.4 pounds since her last weeks weigh in and I've lost 16.5 pounds so far It's been a difficult fortnight as I've been off doing things for NRAS and it often involves eating out, which can be a bit of a minefield at times. Another busy week next week but hoping to dig the pushbike out if the better weather continues.

Had an interesting chat with a physio about the use of powerplates too and effect on bone density in people with reduced mobility. I've asked her to write up a small article for me for our group newsletter, . Once I have I'll include a link here in case it's of interest to anyone.

Everyone is doing really well, whether trying to shed a few pounds or put some on, keep up the great work folks.

[Sasha222]

Originally Posted by Ravenheart

Oooh you have been busy posting while I've been dashing about.

Hello to new folks in the thread!

My latest update is I've lost 2.4 pounds since her last weeks weigh in and I've lost 16.5 pounds so far It's been a difficult fortnight as I've been off doing things for NRAS and it often involves eating out, which can be a bit of a minefield at times. Another busy week next week but hoping to dig the pushbike out if the better weather continues.

Had an interesting chat with a physio about the use of powerplates too and effect on bone density in people with reduced mobility. I've asked her to write up a small article for me for our group newsletter, . Once I have I'll include a link here in case it's of interest to anyone.

Everyone is doing really well, whether trying to shed a few pounds or put some on, keep up the great work folks.

I would be very interested in the link thanks a lot Raveheart.

[Tinky]

Well done Ravenheart 2.4lbs is a lot to lose in a week, give us some tips for heaven's sake. I'm needing to kick start my slimming again, for some reason I haven't lost anything for seems like ages, despite using the exercise machine etc., and only just over 3 weeks till I go to Spain.

[Ravenheart]

All I've done was continue to use myfitnesspal (MFP) to watch my calories and use EA sports Active 2 for some workouts. I set up my profile on mfp to lose 2lbs per week and so far it seems to have worked. Some weeks are better than others

It's really handy to see where those hidden calories are and it's free too, which is always a bonus.

[Tinky]

Ravenheart that's a very good site , I had a look at it again yesterday. It actually tells you how much you can expect to lose in x amount of time if you follow the instructions and stick with the calorie allowance. I also kick started my efforts again yesterday by trying to drink more water, managed 3 glasses (well it's a start), and increased my exercising. Let's see how I progress with that.

[Derek]

Just back from the Barcelona marathon.

Averaged about 27 minutes per 5k till the 30k point then my knee decided not to play anymore and I had to drop off the pace badly and stumbled across the line in 4 hours 23 minutes.

Not a disastrous time but was aiming for under 4 hours

Still I can try again in 6 weeks at London and there doesn't seem to be any lasting damage.

[Nugget]

Originally Posted by Derek

Just back from the Barcelona marathon.

Averaged about 27 minutes per 5k till the 30k point then my knee decided not to play anymore and I had to drop off the pace badly and stumbled across the line in 4 hours 23 minutes.

Not a disastrous time but was aiming for under 4 hours

Still I can try again in 6 weeks at London and there doesn't seem to be any lasting damage.

That's still pretty good buddy.

Having completed my '30 in 30' challenge last month, I accidently signed up for 50 miles this time. The last day is Friday, and I've just got 7½ miles left to go - a couple of cheeky 5k runs today and Thursday, plus a couple of miles on Friday and challenge completed!

[Mr_love_monkey]

I lost 2lbs last week.

quite clearly my laxative diet is a winner.... I shall be writing a book in no time.

[Sasha222]

Originally Posted by Derek

Just back from the Barcelona marathon.

Averaged about 27 minutes per 5k till the 30k point then my knee decided not to play anymore and I had to drop off the pace badly and stumbled across the line in 4 hours 23 minutes.

Not a disastrous time but was aiming for under 4 hours

Still I can try again in 6 weeks at London and there doesn't seem to be any lasting damage.

Thats good you have no lasting damage and dont be so hard on yourself as you done what you could and as you said there is another one coming up. That is a very good time

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Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey

I lost 2lbs last week.

quite clearly my laxative diet is a winner.... I shall be writing a book in no time.

Now mlm that is a book I will be looking forward to reading

[Mr_love_monkey]

Originally Posted by defirish

Now mlm that is a book I will be looking forward to reading

Doubt you will want to see the pictures though...

[Nugget]

Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey

Doubt you will want to see the pictures though...

Or sniff the ink...

[Mr_love_monkey]

Originally Posted by Nugget

Or sniff the ink...

I quite literally put my (w)hole into that book...

[Sasha222]

Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey

Doubt you will want to see the pictures though...

Dependssssssssss!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Mr_love_monkey]

another week, another 2lbs lost.. that's 5 lbs in 3 weeks - at this rate I'll have my six pack back soon... (the one that's cooling in the fridge..)

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only another 9 to go, to reach my 'ideal' weight.

[Ravenheart]

Originally Posted by Mr_love_monkey

another week, another 2lbs lost.. that's 5 lbs in 3 weeks - at this rate I'll have my six pack back soon... (the one that's cooling in the fridge..)[COLOR="Silver"]

Well done MLM

I lost another 2lbs last week too just under 19lbs lost so far <resists celebratory cake>