BDW Biggest Loser ~ Season 10!

[DWBride615]

 

Week 8 Weigh-In

 

Thank you for sending in week eight submissions! The weigh-ins are in and this week’s weight loss percentages have been calculated. In alphabetical order…

 

Competing category:

 

CanadianSandy                        - 0.46%
Mrs.*J*2011 (Lea)                   
Msmarmar123 (Marla)               - 0.57%
Oryx (Renée)                                                                                            
Teira1031                                 - 0.10%                               

Non-competing category:

Cindy*                                     I hope you have an amazing wedding, Cindy! =]                                    
Heartbeat (Michelle)               
Jkgirl83 (Katie)
OceanWonderland (Leslie)       
Sheri B
Sunstarmoon (Chris)               
Tifany                                        
 

 

Week eight’s MVP is Msmarmar123 (Marla) for losing – 0.57% for the competing category!

 

Congratulations to everyone on your hard work. Remember, we are all here to support each other on our journey to a healthier lifestyle. It’s time for week nine!  One more month to go! =]

 

Cindy left for her wedding today and will be coming back a bride! Best wishes, Cindy!

[mrs*j*2011]

Congrats Marla! 

 

I missed the weigh-in this week.  (My mom was visiting for my first dress fitting and shopping!)  Between my shower last weekend and the Halloween candy at work, I know I didn't have a good week.  I would have done a lot worse if I didn't have this competition to keep me motivated.  It's like there's a little birdie whispering "don't even think about it" in my ear each time I look at the candy bowl!

[msmarmar123]

Great week everyone! Thank god weigh in was Friday morning

Because Friday night was a birthday party and amazing greek food

And killer pastries for dessert. Did ok the res of the weekend but tomorrow will really be back on.

 

[Oryx]

Congrats ladies!  Sorry I forgot my weigh-in this week... I actually took the photo Friday morning, but forgot to send it. 

 

I just came back from yoga and I feel great!  I think I am doing well but the scale is not moving as much as I want it too, so I am going to get very strict with the carbs this week. 

 

Hope everyone is well!  Thanks Chelsea for all of these great recipes! 

[DWBride615]

 

 

 

WEEKS FROM OCTOBER 24  – NOVEMBER 6, 2010

 

Due to a holiday, there will be no weekly update this weekend. Weigh-ins will still go as planned.  Happy early Halloween! =]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tip of the Week
 

Did you know?…The long-term health effects of a high-protein/low-carbohydrate diet are unknown. But getting most of your daily calories from high-protein foods like meat, eggs, and cheese is not a balanced eating plan. You may be eating too much fat and cholesterol, which may raise heart disease risk. You may be eating too few fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, which may lead to constipation due to lack of dietary fiber. Following a high-protein/low-carbohydrate diet may also make you feel nauseous, tired, and weak.

 

Eating fewer than 130 grams of carbohydrate a day can lead to the buildup of ketones in your blood. Ketones are partially broken-down fats. A buildup of these in your blood (called ketosis) can cause your body to produce high levels of uric acid, which is a risk factor for gout (a painful swelling of the joints) and kidney stones. Ketosis may be especially risky for pregnant women and people with diabetes or kidney disease. Be sure to discuss any changes in your diet with a health care professional, especially if you have health conditions such as cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, or type 2 diabetes.

 

High-protein/low-carbohydrate diets are often low in calories because food choices are strictly limited, so they may cause short-term weight loss. But a reduced-calorie eating plan that includes recommended amounts of carbohydrate, protein, and fat will also allow you to lose weight. By following a balanced eating plan, you will not have to stop eating whole classes of foods, such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables—and miss the key nutrients they contain. You may also find it easier to stick with a diet or eating plan that includes a greater variety of foods.

 

 

 

 

 

Challenge of the Week

(I think Ann’s suggestions are great, so I’m posting but ALL credit goes to Ann : )

 

 

 

 

40 Push-Ups

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Myth of the Week(Is it True or False?)

 

 

"Exercise turns fat into muscle"

 

 

Answer: FALSE

 

 

Fat and muscle tissue are composed of two entirely different types of cells. While you can lose one and replace it with another, the two never “convert†into different forms, so fat will never turn into muscle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Healthy Recipe of the Week

                                                      

 

(Since Halloween is coming up, I thought I’d add a healthier recipe for that pumpkin taste. Great for Thanksgiving too!)

 

 

Maple-Pumpkin Custards with Crystallized Ginger

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups 1% milk
• 4 large eggs
• 3/4 cup maple syrup, (I recommend Grade B dark amber syrup for the best maple taste)
• 3/4 cup canned unseasoned pumpkin puree
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons whipped cream (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped crystallized ginger

 

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Put a kettle of water on to heat for the water bath. Line a roasting pan with a folded kitchen towel.
2. Heat milk over low heat in a small saucepan until barely steaming but not boiling.
3. Whisk eggs and syrup in a large bowl until smooth. Gently whisk in the warm milk (a little bit at a time so the eggs don't cook). Add pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt; whisk until blended.
4. Divide the mixture among six 6-ounce (3/4-cup) custard cups. Skim foam from the surface. Place custard cups in the prepared roasting pan. Pour enough boiling water into the pan to come halfway up the sides of the custard cups. Place the pan in the oven and bake, uncovered, until custards are just set but still quiver in the center when shaken, 45 to 50 minutes. Transfer custards to a wire rack and let cool for 45 minutes. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until chilled.
5. To serve, top each custard with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of crystallized ginger.

 

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Prepare through Step 4. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
• Ingredient Note:If you can find it, use Grade B dark amber syrup to get the best maple flavor.

 

[DWBride615]

Wow, I can't believe it's week nine already!

 

Well, it's true and it's that time again to send in your scale pics. Please remember to send them in by 12:00pm EST on Saturday. We only have three weeks left until final weigh-ins! Time flies! Best of luck, ladies! =]

[DWBride615]

 

Week 9 Weigh-In

 

Thank you all for sending in week nine submissions! The weigh-ins are in and this week’s weight loss percentages have been calculated. In alphabetical order…

 

Competing category:

 

CanadianSandy                       - 1.15%
Mrs.*J*2011 (Lea)                    - 0.13%
Msmarmar123 (Marla)              - 0.38%
Oryx (Renée)                           - 0.85%                                                             
Teira1031                                -/+ 0.00%                               

Non-competing category:

Cindy*                                     
Heartbeat (Michelle)               
Jkgirl83 (Katie)
OceanWonderland (Leslie)      
Sheri B
Sunstarmoon (Chris)               
Tifany                                        
 

 

Week nine’s MVP is CanadianSandy for losing –1.15% in the competing category!

 

Congratulations to everyone on your hard work. Remember, we are all here to support each other on our journey to a healthier lifestyle. It’s time for week nine!  Three more weeks to go! =]

 

 

Happy Halloween!

[DWBride615]

It's time for week 10 weigh-ins! Only two more left to go! Don't forget to send in your scale pics by tomorrow at 12:00pm EST.  I hope everyone had a good week and good luck =]

[DWBride615]

 

Week 10 Weigh-In

 

Thank you all for sending in week ten submissions! The weigh-ins are in and this week’s weight loss percentages have been calculated. In alphabetical order…

 

Competing category:

 

CanadianSandy                          - 0.31%
Mrs.*J*2011 (Lea)                       - 0.39%
Msmarmar123 (Marla)                 - 0.14%
Oryx (Renée)                              - 1.22%                                                             
Teira1031                                    - 0.53%                               

Non-competing category:

Cindy*                                    
Heartbeat (Michelle)               
Jkgirl83 (Katie)
OceanWonderland (Leslie)      
Sheri B
Sunstarmoon (Chris)               
Tifany                                        
 

 

Week ten’s MVP is Oryx (Renée) for losing - 1.22% in the competing category!

 

Congratulations to everyone on your hard work. Remember, we are all here to support each other on our journey to a healthier lifestyle. It’s time for week eleven!  Two more weeks to go until the final weigh-in!

[Oryx]

Thanks Chelsea!  I had a great week.  I'm starting to see some results from hot yoga now.  Also, I find that cutting down on carbs is the one thing that always works for me.  I still have fruit and high fiber foods (like adding some banana and all-bran buds to yogurt), but I'm going to continue to limit white bread, pasta etc. until the wedding.

 

I hope everyone else is having a good week!