Dr Oz's squat challenge day 27

Enjoyed my rest day, not sure how I feel about doing 50 squats tomorrow. Guess we'll see.

Thanksgiving/Dr Oz's squat challenge day 26

I was wondering why Dr Oz would have us do 40 squats on Thanksgiving... Then I looked at what I cooked. LOL! I did my squats before eating to "earn" that dinner.

It's just Chloe and I. There was no need to prepare a big feast for just us. We mainly plan on staying warm under the covers and watch holiday movies. So I made us Thanksgiving horseshoes. A "horseshoe" is a MidWest meal where you start with layering some kind of bread, then some kind of meat, some kind of potato, topped with some kind of cheese. Our Thanksgiving version has dinner rolls, turkey, fries, and gravy instead of cheese. DELICIOUS! Don't worry, we had salad first to "balance" it out.

HAVE A VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 25

It's day 25, and we had to do 35 squat. I did them, and I did them strong. Til tomorrow...

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 24

Did my squats, sore as heck. Going to see my chiropractor tomorrow, gonna need her. Good night, everybody.

New love

Found a new love, only 150 calories.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 23

Did my 25 squats for the day. I am HUR-TING!

I am also tired. My sleep is still off, I get a few mini-naps verses a good night.

Going back to ortho in Iowa City next Tues to check on my leg. Next Wed, I'm getting an MRI done on my spine to see what's up there. Prayer would be appreciated.

Caught the end of Dr Oz. He had Lizzie Velasquez on, she's the so-called "ugliest woman in the world". Sorry girly girl, I'm the reigning queen with that title.

Chloe's just getting home from school. Time to figure out dinner.

Til tomorrow...

Dr Oz's squat day 22

It was a rest day, tomorrow we're doing 25. How is everyone keeping up?

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 21

We have done 2/3 of this challenge and are in the home stretch. Enjoy tomorrow's rest day.

Dr Oz's tip

I'm guilty of not buying fresh produce. It's not because I won't eat it, it's because it doesn't last...can't afford to waste food. The awesome Dr Oz share his tips on freezing produce. I am excited to try this out. Thanks, Dr Oz :)

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 20

Did my 40 squats while watching Dr Oz. Whew, I'm exhausted.

Chloe's got the flu bug, and we have a winter storm starting tonight. This is going to be interesting.

I no longer have withdrawals or cravings for Mountain Dew. Had one earlier this week, didn't do a thing for me.

Been drinking only water. I'm drinking so much, it's going straight through. My headaches are practically nonexistent. For my entire adult life, I've had reoccurring UTIs. Haven't had one lately.

Just remember, if my crippled fat @$$ can do this challenge... You do not have an excuse.

Til tomorrow...

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 19

Got my squats done for the day. They're killing me, but I'm doing them.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 18

It was a tiring and painful day, yet and I did my squats. Also fixed my homemade turkey noodle soup, yummy.

Dr Oz's squat challenge days 16 & 17

Yesterday, I was in too much pain to do the 40 squats. Since today's a rest day, I just did them to catch up. Til tomorrow...

Good news

Almost 2 decades ago, I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism. Never liked taking pills with no results and having my dose constantly increased. For approximately 2 years, I've been researching for a more natural way of treating it. Started to eat more foods like fish, nuts, and whole grains. Haven't taken the medicine in over a year. This past Friday, I had a doctor's appointment. When I mentioned I wasn't taking the meds and was treating my thyroid with diet. Doc said it can't be treated with diet and insisted it be retested so he can figure out what dose I should take. His nurse called this morning. She said my thyroid is normal, and we don't need to change my medication. I asked, "You mean, I don't need to take medication?" She sighed and said, "Yes, you don't need to take medication." He he he he

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Dr Oz's Squat Challenge Day 15

Today, we were to do 30 squats. To tell the truth, I didn't do them. Been in a lot of pain. Had trouble baring weight on my bad leg. If the meds kick in before I fall asleep, I'll do as many as possible. Tomorrow, I'll do what I can.

Added at 10:30pm I did my squats!

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 14

It's day 14 of Dr Oz's 30 squat challenge. Did you do your 15? I did. Hurting big time, hope I'm not doing any damage to my injury. Don't worry, I am proceeding with caution. Til tomorrow...

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 13

Since I had to go to a couple appointments today, I did my squats early. Just finished up at last appt, waiting for cab home. Lost 7 pounds so far on challenge. It's Fishy Friday, gonna saute some salmon with some veggies. Have a good night, more squats tomorrow.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 12

Today is a rest day for Dr Oz's squat challenge... Thank goodness!

Today, I started test cooking for the holidays. To make my turkey the juiciest, I did 2 things: I injected it with broth. Also, I put an orange, a lemon, and a lime inside the cavities (creates steam). My teen-age picky eater Chloe loves it. 

Til tomorrow...

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 11

Did my 15 squats for today. I'm feeling it. Finished watching Dr Oz, there were plenty of yummy recipes and neat tips. If you missed it, check out his website DoctorOz.com

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Dr Oz's squat challenge day 10

We're now a third of the way through Dr Oz's 30 day squat challenge. Did my 20 for the day. As long as it doesn't mess with my injury, I might continue this every month. Later...

Update

This seems really weird. Before I became serious about my weight loss, I was on a see-food/seafood diet (see the food, I eat it). Now, I can go up to 2 or 3pm and not feel hungry at all. Even then, it takes very little to fill me up. I am going to lose this weight. Even if I won't be a size 4, I will be healthy and be around for my daughter.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 9

Was feeling rather sore this morning. Before I could use that as an excuse, I did my 25 squats for the day. Luckily, I haven't felt anymore pain than usual from my injury. So I plan on doing as many squats as I can for as long as I can. Til tomorrow...

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Dr Oz's squat challenge day 8

I'm in pain, I'm tired, and I did NOT feel like doing 35 squats. Did them anyway. I promised myself that I would do this challenge as much and for as long as I am physically able. I keep my promises. Til tomorrow...

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 7

It's the seventh day of Dr Oz's squat challenge, and it's a rest day. My girl Chloe and I are chillin', having cocoa, and watching a movie. Enjoy the break, we're doing 35 squats tomorrow. See you then.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 6

Today, I did my 30 squats. Honestly, I did not believe I could do this challenge. The more I do it, the easier it gets. Remember if my fat crippled @$$ can do it, so can you. Tomorrow is a rest day, so take it easy.

My yummy treat

I just hearted up a chopped apple in a skillet with a little cinnamon. Then I cooked a small tortilla in the juices. Put it all together with a spoon of peanut butter that just melted over the top. Delicious and less than 400 calories.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 5

Today, I'm doing 25 squats while watching Dr Oz. Gotta tune in tomorrow, Chris Powell will be on. See you then.

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Dr Oz's squat challenge day 4

It's day 4 of Dr Oz's squat challenge, and we have 0 to do. Yep, you heard me right. It's a rest day, but don't get too comfy. We don't want to make it a free for all. For dinner, Chloe and I are eating 505 calorie taco salad in baked tortilla bowls with cottage cheese (instead of cheese and sour cream). I went 5 calories over my limit, but I'll make up for it. Join me tomorrow for the squat challenge.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 3

Yesterday, I kinda made a mistake. I thought I needed to do 20 squats, and I only needed 15...but what's an extra 5? Today, I did another 20. I am still in pain but in less pain. Who's squatting with me?

Dr Oz Squat Challenge & Recipes

This afternoon, I watched Dr Oz and did the second day of his squat challenge.

Today, Dr Oz talked to Dr Davis about his book "Wheat Belly", I will surely check it out. There were some yummy looking recipes from that book and from others. You can find them at DoctorOz.com.

I did my 20 squats for the day. If my fat crippled @$$ can do it, then you have no excuse.

Will be back tomorrow.

Dr Oz's squat challenge day 1

It's day one of Dr Oz's squat challenge. I have a painful leg injury from a car accident, and I am morbidly obese. If I can do it, so can you. Just finished my 10 for the day. So get up and do yours. See you tomorrow.

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Dr Oz's 30 Day Squat Challenge

Dr Oz posted his 30 day squat challenge. Even though I am still recovering from my accident, I will do this to the best of my abilities. Who will join me starting November 1?

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