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It's a whopping 9 degrees right now....not much you can do outside these days...this is the coldest weather that I can remember in a long time. I did some yoga today, housekeeping, shopping & ate very well. Lots of water & green tea also. I feel better already. Tammy I'm glad to hear your hip is feeling well & your pacing yourself. It's so important to not hurt anything & stay motivated. Your right we're in it for the long haul....

Rocket let me know what you think of your bike when you get it. We were looking at the recumbent bike also.

Kathy, have a good visit with your doc tomorrow....it's always a relief to get those visits done. I see mine in February. I didn't want to start the new year with MD appts but decided I wanted to take care of few things early in the year, so I made some appts today. I will be seeing my ophthalmologist to investigate getting my cataracts done. I thought they were for old people.....looks like I'm there! Lol....

Tenaj , thank you for your good wishes for my onc appt. I had blood work done, and yep a bone density scan is due!!! Everything went well!!! You are doing great with diet and exercise!!!! Because of you, I drink lots of water and drink a cup of green tea a day!!!  Thank you!!!

Rocket, thank you for your motivational post!! This is going to be a great year for all of us!!!! Your bike sounds wonderful! I am not sure what brand the stationary bike is downstairs in our community gym, but I like it too!!! I will check out the brand tomorrow!!! Blessings to you all!!!

thanks for the great tip, Tenaj!!!!

Janet, great result!  I'm progressing a little slower but I think I've lost 1lb....official weigh in on Monday....fingers crossed!

Yoga is wonderful....I'm just struggling to fit in a class.  I do have DVDs but find it hard to get motivated on my own.

Rocket, how do you motivate yourself to get on the bike at home each day?

Tenaj, you are doing so great!!!! Tammy, you, too!!! I am hoping to be right behind you!!!!!

Hey Tammy,

As for motivation to ride my bike each day, I confess that I really don't love to exercise, and I really don't like to sweat! In fact, I use a fan blowing on me while I ride my indoor bike to keep cool. I use a number of things to help motivate me.

1. I remind myself that regular exercise lowers breast cancer risk. I'm very afraid of cancer returning, so this is a big one.

2. I read a book that I find very interesting while I exercise and I only allow myself to read it when I am on the bike. Sometimes I listen to fast paced music that I like. 

3. I only ride the bike for 30 minutes per day, and the bike I bought has a very comfortable seat, so I don't get frustrated with it or experience back pain.

4. I schedule my exercise just like I would a lunch date. I do it early in the morning before I take my shower unless I have a medical appointment. It's not negotiable unless I am truly sick. I bought the bike to use while my toe is healing because I can't do any jumping or long walks while it is broken. The weather here in the winter is not always conducive to outdoor activities either. Additionally there is a strong history of heart disease in my family, and I know that getting my heart pumping for even thirty minutes a day is good for me and will help control weight and hopefully prevent heart disease.

5. Lastly, I exercise because I see it as a way of loving my family. I am doing everything that I can to stay healthy for both myself and my family. People tend to think that love is a feeling, but I believe it's more of an action. It's something that I do. So, exercising to maintain my health is just another way I can show love.

You probably weren't looking for all of this were you? I don't mean to sound preachy or anything. These are just my thoughts when it comes to motivating myself to get on that bike, or go for a walk, or jump on my mini trampoline (that is very fun by the way and can give you a serious workout).

I hope this helps to motivate you or anyone else reading. We are all here slugging it out together. I am motivated to eat right when I read of the success of others too. Hang in there Girls! We can do this together!

Love you Ladies!

You go Tammy! You inspire me as well. Don't worry about a pound. We're in this for the long haul. Just keep making wise choices overall to stay healthy. We can all do this. Hey we fought cancer, so this is very doable! 

Very inspiring Rocket! I'm motivated! 

Tammy, thank you so much!! I am sure everything is great, just know I can come here for support and encouragement!! Hey, I am not losing a lot of weight, so it can not be too serious. He he he!! I still have a great appetite!!  How is your hip feeling?

Thank you so much, Rocket!! Yes, my onc knows how I worry!!!! Good for you with the exercise and healthy eating!!! Have a wonderful time at lunch!!!! I rode the stationary bike this morning and just came back from a 30 minute walk!!! Feels good!!! 

Kathy, my hip is good!  Thank you for asking.  

I've done a 45 minute spin class today AND a walk.....thanks to everyone for the encouragement 

Kathy, those blood tests are not conclusive, stay strong! You are in my prayers. Keep us posted. I understand about the worrying....it's natural with everything you've been through. I struggle with that everyday....

You girls are doing great with the exercise!!! Very inspiring......I haven't been exercising very much, but I am mapping my calories on my fitness pal & it is keeping me on track. It makes me accountable for everything I am eating. 

Keep up the good work dear ladies 

Mmmm, it seems we are off to a good start to the year.  Kathy, praying for good results....

hi ladies....it's another snowy day on Long Island....good news is that I'm not scheduled to work today or tomorrow. I've been doing very well with my calorie counting but the scale seems to be stuck right now. Hopefully the weight loss kicks in soon...I'm struggling to not bake something today! I love baking when it snows....

I'll be thinking & praying for you tomorrow Kathy, stay strong :-)

Mmmm baking......

Rocket, take care of yourself!