(Final) Day 7: No Excuse Exercise Challenge

OK Ladies, so how did we do? I really felt encouraged this week. You all have given me new ideas when it comes to exercising. I'm seriously thinking about running, but I HAVE to get a good support bra. I've been bowling twice this week, yesterday and today. I have decided to count that as exercise, because it really is an activity. I'll probably join a league, so I can socialize and workout at the same time. One thing that I have gained from WLS is the freedom to "try" anything I want. I don't have any limitations that I once felt. My back and knees don't hurt all of the time and my energy is amazing. OK, I'll get off of my soapbox. Should we take a week off or continue for a second week? I personally want to continue. Let me know what you think. My Goal: Exercise 4 days for 1 hour. Progress: Day 1: Elliptical 30 minutes, Walking 30 minutes Day 2: Elliptical 25 minutes, Walking 35 minutes Day 3: BREAK Day 4: Elliptical 30 minutes, Walking 30 minutes Day 5: 50 minutes of bowling by myself Day 6: Elliptical 30 minutes, plus I bowled for 3 hours with 3 other people Day 7: ??? Shanell

Shanell; Count me in for week 2! I haven't lost any weight this week even with all the added activity, but I feel better and know the scale will follow. I'll post today's activity later (once I know what it is ). Blessings, Jennifer 253 / 158 / 137

I think that bowling does count as exercise! I am taking off the weekend Dh and Kids went on a hike today but I wanted some alone time so I stayed back. He tried to make me feel guilty saying that I would miss out on my exercise today but I told him I deserve it His weekend hikes dont add up to my week long workouts! (this dialogue is all in fun) we have had Nephews and nieces all summer this is my first alone day! cleaning out closets and laundry Hey see I am exercising! lol BTW the second had store is a great way to get sports bras for like 1-2$ Im a big sh shopper until I get to my goal weight. Then watch out! Ann Taylor Loft here I come!!! Have a great sunday Leann 235/143/125

I'm in for another week. I need to think of another goal and now that my gym partners will be back, I'll be pushed harder than when I'm alone. I am happy that my added cardio helped me drop to 168...I am now 9 lbs from being "normal". Christine

Ok I kinda fell off at the end. But I did keep exercising. yesterday I walked in the morning and the evening. I'm gonna do 30 minutes on the treadmill, it is hot here. Then maybe walk in the evening around town. Reneka

I'm up for a second week. I was able to meet my goals last week, but this week will be a bit more challenging due to my work schedule. I still want to swim five days, but will have to fit three days in around work. I have one day down (Sunday), I think the exercise has helped me keep losing at the same pace instead of slowing down at six months like I was warned would happen. Sally