tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post1997271123681168171..comments2023-08-17T07:25:39.761-05:00Comments on Chicken Fried Therapy: Leap of faith Friday #5Chickhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13418857608989759094noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-44286103320574767692008-03-14T08:54:00.000-05:002008-03-14T08:54:00.000-05:00But if you are going to get so skinny people worry...But if you are going to get so skinny people worry about you, there will be no more <I>Shipley's</I> in your life and how will I continue to live vicariously through you??Marty, a.k.a. canapehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15061361665908074413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-3253083822068719662008-03-08T21:57:00.000-06:002008-03-08T21:57:00.000-06:00Oh those diet drinks, they are evil aren't they? ...Oh those diet drinks, they are evil aren't they? I am addicted and have to really limit my intake. I could easily go through a six pack a day and have.<BR/><BR/>I vote meet with a trainer, he/she can set you on the right course.<BR/><BR/>Blog Hoppin',<BR/>Fine as WineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-24681768894982633762008-03-07T21:42:00.000-06:002008-03-07T21:42:00.000-06:00i have been reading your leaps and so should have ...i have been reading your leaps and so should have been doing so myself....hum...i might just have to start it up anyway [hehehehe]<BR/><BR/>kickboxing AND weights...your best bets. ;o) (i used to be a trainer before shnookie doodles) i need to get back there my darn self!<BR/><BR/>;o)<BR/><BR/>awesome posting - luv it!<BR/><BR/>a-licious<BR/>in da hizzzzzouse<BR/>blog hop n♥♥♥ A- Licious ♥♥♥https://www.blogger.com/profile/01149823030205271898noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-946280074465454102008-03-07T13:09:00.000-06:002008-03-07T13:09:00.000-06:00I went MIA for a bit and missed out on this whole ...I went MIA for a bit and missed out on this whole campaign... But I just have to say (hopefully without sounding extremely cheesy and silly), Dude, I'm so proud of you!<BR/><BR/>You've made some really great leaps that I'm sure will open a few great doors in your life (and close a few not so great ones).<BR/><BR/>As for the cupcakes... Someone once told me to use applesauce in the recipe to make them less fat-filled but equally yummy. LOL :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-28322245906846702502008-03-05T00:24:00.000-06:002008-03-05T00:24:00.000-06:00Giving up caffeine is brutal, but sleep is so wort...Giving up caffeine is brutal, but sleep is so worth it. You can die without sleep. I love sleep. :-)<BR/><BR/>I tried to do two blogs. No can do. I just can't. I'll probably try again because I'm a gluten for punishment.<BR/><BR/>I can't help you with the food thing. I love food. I smoked my first cigarette in 15 years last weekend. I smelled it and tasted it all the next day. I decided it was nasty. I don't want anymore. That is cool!Genhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17832495079371007018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-14387708618874896642008-03-04T14:32:00.000-06:002008-03-04T14:32:00.000-06:00I say kickboxing too. I think you would have a bl...I say kickboxing too. I think you would have a blast. And Mrs. Chicken is dead on. WW is the way to go. I didn't actually join (meetings or online) but have followed the WW ideal and am down 30 pounds since last Sept. (of course you all know this as everyone who is anyone watches my W8 Loss Wednesday videos!)PGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02852278014989690498noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-58670282048156879202008-03-04T09:03:00.000-06:002008-03-04T09:03:00.000-06:00I could not post when I first read this.. but I vo...I could not post when I first read this.. but I vote for Weight training program with trainer. but get a cute trainer.. it makes you work out harder.. Or at least it made me when I was single and could afford a trainer..LOL<BR/><BR/>Drunk dialing is the BEST. LOVE that.. LOLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-91047791768592419442008-03-03T11:56:00.000-06:002008-03-03T11:56:00.000-06:00I vote for the South Beach Diet, although I am cle...I vote for the South Beach Diet, although I am clearly in the minority. (I hate to run!) <BR/><BR/>It's a super-healthy way of eating and I never feel like I'm on a diet. It's what I will be using to help me achieve my "Thank God My Divorce is Final" weight loss goal. <BR/><BR/>(I'm going to Vegas with girlfriends in June to celebrate being free again and am determined to look good!)<BR/><BR/>Any of your options are great though!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-54388272752232565652008-03-02T18:09:00.000-06:002008-03-02T18:09:00.000-06:00I inadvertantly forgot caffeine yesterday. I coul...I inadvertantly forgot caffeine yesterday. I could not, however, inadvertantly forget the rippling migraine that I got because of forgetting it. <BR/><BR/>Dependency is fun. Rah.Upward Falling Autumnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07246931597576256174noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-26741124312432030142008-03-02T11:38:00.000-06:002008-03-02T11:38:00.000-06:00What? I thought Diet Dr. Pepper was caffeine free...What? I thought Diet Dr. Pepper was caffeine free?! I've been living a lie.<BR/><BR/>Well, let's see...I've been running every other day for two months straight, didn't change my eating habits and GAINED two pounds. I just started a 1200 calorie diet to kick start some weight loss. I'll let you know if it works. For now, I'd go with kick-boxing.Momo Falihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09735425888226178189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-47059060578466811552008-03-01T15:22:00.000-06:002008-03-01T15:22:00.000-06:00Yep... got to go with kickboxing too, and not that...Yep... got to go with kickboxing too, and not that wussy Tae-Bo crap, but real martial arts ninja stuff. It is awesome. I've really enjoy everyone's Leaps... great idea, thanks for sharing.Tara R.https://www.blogger.com/profile/02993625193184914299noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-65732750045969913612008-02-29T23:33:00.000-06:002008-02-29T23:33:00.000-06:00You eliminated *caffeine*?? Wow! You must be Won...You eliminated *caffeine*?? Wow! You must be Wonder Woman! LOL!<BR/><BR/>Happy Friday! Blog Hoppin'!<BR/>~"Margarita Mom"Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-40432753132349005612008-02-29T22:52:00.000-06:002008-02-29T22:52:00.000-06:00Your leaps were great .... what a great idea, and ...Your leaps were great .... what a great idea, and I've been following closely. I'll have to jump on the bandwagon sometime, when I have the energy to leap LOL!<BR/>About the weight loss, that's a tough one, I don't have much advice other than diet and exercise. I think anything that strengthens your core and increases your endurance can only do good, though. I preach but do not subscribe to my own diet recommendations ... I love alchohol and potato chips too much. Sheesh!Karen MEGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10834425321020756655noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-47498685750025016932008-02-29T19:27:00.000-06:002008-02-29T19:27:00.000-06:00This was a very cool idea, and I might even contin...This was a very cool idea, and I might even continue doing little leaps through the year! My last one, for Leap Day, is up..<BR/><BR/>Much Love xxxoooAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-25217859546269529002008-02-29T19:23:00.000-06:002008-02-29T19:23:00.000-06:00Weight trainingBuilding muscles burns lots of calo...Weight training<BR/><BR/>Building muscles burns lots of calories and tones the other parts that aren't so skinny. I tried kick-boxing once and hated it, so I'm biased.<BR/><BR/>--HP, Blog HoppersSarabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05044786582426844753noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-34483997461032220442008-02-29T19:18:00.000-06:002008-02-29T19:18:00.000-06:00I say kickboxing... but then again, I'm a little b...I say kickboxing... but then again, I'm a little biased. I love martial arts.... <BR/><BR/>but if you honestly want to lose weight and help make yourself healthier leading a healthier life style is the way to go. Get into the habit of training and you'll do it for life.<BR/><BR/>BTW, when I quit smoking I found that sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds and cinnamon bark were the only things that kept me sane. I'd chew on them when I got a ciggy urge. Just a thought.<BR/><BR/>blog hop hop hoppin'Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-65643448818701230852008-02-29T17:50:00.000-06:002008-02-29T17:50:00.000-06:00I recommend that you put on your Ipod and Come and...I recommend that you put on your Ipod and Come and join me on the treadmill!!!<BR/><BR/>Your leaps of faith have been inspiring. You certainly have had a great month. WTG Christine!<BR/><BR/>Wishing you and your daughter a wonderful weekend!<BR/><BR/>Loadsaluv, Graham xGraham Ettridgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10483586705365890235noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-19827804301892572582008-02-29T16:52:00.000-06:002008-02-29T16:52:00.000-06:00As a fellow ex-smoker who is trying to finally she...As a fellow ex-smoker who is trying to finally shed my blasted baby weight, I'm liking the elliptical trainer. It's like running in the sky, so I don't get anywhere near as achy.<BR/><BR/>Best of luck with whatever you choose!TZThttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01115184964695756281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-66690760087361476192008-02-29T16:44:00.000-06:002008-02-29T16:44:00.000-06:00Hmmm… I wonder which one I’m gonna pick? Seriously...Hmmm… I wonder which one I’m gonna pick? Seriously, kickboxing is the most fun you’ll ever have. It works all your muscles, cardios the hell out of you and you learn a useful skill. And I wish I knew about your drunk dialing resolution. I don’t get enough of those. I’ll email you my cell number. Thank you for an awesome project! I had so much fun doing it. You are and always will be brilliant in my book!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-11060915816382756072008-02-29T14:27:00.000-06:002008-02-29T14:27:00.000-06:00I'm a Weight Watchers convert. Easy to follow. Goo...I'm a Weight Watchers convert. Easy to follow. Good food, and plenty of it. Lots of treats. The meetings are cheesy but they help; if that isn't your bag, you can do the online WW yourself.<BR/><BR/>I lost 15 pounds the healthy way. I had 15 more to go when I got knocked up again in November. <BR/><BR/>But you can bet your bippy I'll be back at WW after this kid pops out in August.<BR/><BR/>Good luck!<BR/><BR/>ps - I've been lurking for awhile. So hi!Amyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11342425698876916791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-46883786033415325612008-02-29T14:18:00.000-06:002008-02-29T14:18:00.000-06:00Nothing was as effective for me as RUNNING. Seriou...Nothing was as effective for me as RUNNING. Seriously, by running and watching what I ate, I dropped 20 pounds in 6 months without even trying that hard. I was only trying to lose 15. It was the running. It changed my WHOLE metabolism. Then I started running only 3 days a week and lifting weights 3 days a week once I got to my ideal weight and it was equally as effective because the RUNNING dropped it off.<BR/><BR/>I have a leap post coming later today. My kids are both sick right now, so I won't get it out til this evening.<BR/><BR/>KEEP BELIEVINGAngie @ KEEP BELIEVINGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00930977696454848345noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-41686093012533940472008-02-29T13:18:00.000-06:002008-02-29T13:18:00.000-06:00You crack me up.Well Running at Zilker or around T...You crack me up.<BR/>Well Running at Zilker or around Town Lake is always gorgeous and fun :-)<BR/>I say kickboxing. It's so much fun and you'll stick to something if you enjoy it!<BR/>I'm so proud of you for all you've done!! Good job Christine!Rachelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03395575647647856801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-5091048407899460452008-02-29T13:03:00.000-06:002008-02-29T13:03:00.000-06:00I generally don't do New Years resolutions, but I ...I generally don't do New Years resolutions, but I like your drunk-dialing one!<BR/>I say kick-boxing - first, a friend was very successful at losing weight with it (along with healthier eating habits, of course), and second, wouldn't it be fun to know you really could kick someone's a**?<BR/><BR/>Blog Hoppin',<BR/>Balancing HopsAprilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12051174636017409935noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6107557836585695476.post-66665454978334423382008-02-29T13:01:00.000-06:002008-02-29T13:01:00.000-06:00Alas, as poster child for Body by Bacardi, I have ...Alas, as poster child for Body by Bacardi, I have no fitness tips to offer. The drunk dialing idea appeals to me though. So far I have gotten by with drunken emails/IM/blog comments, but I am looking to branch out. Call me.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com