“Message” posted by tbravata today..

Thanks Terri I am very proud & excited for the progress that I have made. I know my kids are liking the new me! However, my husband has not said a word but I didn't think he would because that is just how he is. Oh well I don't plan on stopping now. I hope all is well with you. Are you feeling better? Take care & have a super day.

“Message” posted by dakelly Monday, March 15th, 2010

Hi Terri! What's D4? Is it a MM product? I have seen the scale fluctuate between 164-166 the last two weeks! Frustrating. I am picking up the cardio to get it to budge, hope I don't lose the muslce mass they keep warning us about!!

“Message” posted by dakelly Sunday, March 14th, 2010

Hello! Thanks for reading my article, I love her so much. The party went great, now I'm just paying for it with extra cardio, ate too much. I am ready for some sunshine too, so gloomy. I think they said Tue or Wed before we see the sun here. What else is new? How's your workouts been now that you're feeling better?

“Message” posted by AnnieT Thursday, March 11th, 2010

I know I wish we lived closer too. We seem to have so much in common and I already feel like I have known you my whole life. Hope all is going well for you. The gym I go to has offered 2 free personal team training session for the month of March. I went to the first one this morning at 5:30 am and lucky me I was the only one who showed up, so I got Chelsea all to myself. It was an awesome workout. I can't believe the difference. I don't think I will be able to walk in the morning, but thats ok. After an hour of that I did 30 more min on the elliptical with my friend Robert who I have been working out with in the mornings. He works with my husband and has been on winter shift for the street dept. Meeting him in the mornings has really helped me get my butt out of bed. Next week he will start the day shift, so I won't have him to workout with anymore. He will be going to the gym at 4:30 am and that is just too early for me. I'm hoping to still continue to go in the mornings. Its so nice to have it done and out of the way. Hope you have a great day and I will talk to you soon. Thanks for being such a wonderful friend. You rock :)

“Message” posted by tbravata Thursday, March 11th, 2010

Thank you so much Terri I appreciate the kind words & support! I don't feel like the same person anymore & it is a wonderful euphoria! I am sorry to hear that you were not feeling well. It must have been a nasty bug that we were passing around to everyone. I had not felt good for over a week then & had no energy at all and just wanted to sleep. However, I did manage to make it to my workouts but was still not feeling the like I was getting any results. So then start the mind games. But, I just keep telling myself not to listen because I have come to far to give up. It really helped after I took my progress pictures to see that my hard work was paying off. So, keep up the good work & never ever give up. It is so worth it & so are you! Take care & xxxooo

“Message” posted by Robinsue Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

I'd just logged off when I got notified of your comment! Too funny! Everybody here likes my high 5, so I have to share!!!!I love the D 4's too!

“Message” posted by AnnieT Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Thanks girl. We will do it and we have each other and thats all that matters. I just wish I was seeing it not that feeling it isn't great. My daughter is so sweet (the one who just turned 18). I was complaining about being fat and ugly and she said "no your not because everyone tells me I look just like you and I'm Beautiful". Man I love her. At least I raised her right now if I could only have the confidence that she has.

“Message” posted by Robinsue Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

Great meeting you too:) We'll have to get together and share training tips or even do some training!

“Message” posted by firemancg Monday, March 8th, 2010

Thanks for the add? How is everything going? How is the weather out in Loveland? I have family out there, but have been unable to visit in the last couple years.

“Message” posted by dakelly Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

Terri!! I was just looking at your last article in which you said you had strep, and I commented how I hoped my hubby didn't pass his cold onto me... well, he did!! Not as serious as what you have, how are you doing so far on the meds???

“Message” posted by titanstar Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

I hope things are going well! I was looking over some business material last week and came across a simple article that I had from quite some time ago. It is from a business coach that I get articles, etc. from sometimes. It helped me get focused again. I hope you enjoy it too. Change Begins With Choice by Jim Rohn
Any day we wish; we can discipline ourselves to change it all. Any day we wish; we can open the book that will open our mind to new knowledge. Any day we wish; we can start a new activity. Any day we wish; we can start the process of life change. We can do it immediately, or next week, or next month, or next year.
We can also do nothing. We can pretend rather than perform. And if the idea of having to change ourselves makes us uncomfortable, we can remain as we are. We can choose rest over labor, entertainment over education, delusion over truth, and doubt over confidence. The choices are ours to make. But while we curse the effect, we continue to nourish the cause. As Shakespeare uniquely observed, "The fault is not in the stars, but in ourselves." We created our circumstances by our past choices. We have both the ability and the responsibility to make better choices beginning today. Those who are in search of the good life do not need more answers or more time to think things over to reach better conclusions. They need the truth. They need the whole truth. And they need nothing but the truth.
We cannot allow our errors in judgment, repeated every day, to lead us down the wrong path. We must keep coming back to those basics that make the biggest difference in how our life works out. And then we must make the very choices that will bring life, happiness and joy into our daily lives.
And if I may be so bold to offer my last piece of advice for someone seeking and needing to make changes in their life - If you don't like how things are, change it! You're not a tree. You have the ability to totally transform every area in your life - and it all begins with your very own power of choice.

“Message” posted by PFunk Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Fear of Change
Fear of change can keep you in a soul-crushing job, a bad relationship, or a physically destructive lifestyle. Ask yourself; is the devil-you-know approach good enough for you? Is your life making you happy? If you answered no to either of those questions, WHAT do you have to lose by embracing change?
The truth is, things should be changing ” your body is changing, your habits are changing, your attitude is changing. This might be the point where, because of so much change, you're starting to freak out a little bit. You might be asking yourself, What will all this change mean” to my life's direction, my relationships, my identity?
LAST CHANCE WORK OUT!
See my new photos!
HOW ARE YOU DOING?

“Message” posted by miracleman Friday, February 26th, 2010

Hi there! I have something that might be of interest...check out my article titled, "What Have Been Your Trials? Keys To Overcoming Odds?" It's nice to hear other people's stories, challenges, how their overcoming those challenges, and I'd like you to share also. I shared some of mine to start things off.

“Message” posted by AnnieT Friday, February 26th, 2010

Hey Girl hows it going? Sorry it has taken me so long to write back. It has been a crazy week. I'm having a very hard time with Becca turning 18 TOMORROW. Its so weird cuz no other Birthday has bothered me. I'm lucky though because she is only a Junior this year. We held her back in 2nd grade and it was the best thing for both of us. She gets great grades and 12th in her class. She didn't seem to mind until this year. She is thinking about graduating early next year because she has more than enough credits, but it is still hard. I have been very sad all week and its hard to tell why. I have been working out so hard every morning and just not losing the weight. I only lost .8 pds this week. I'm starting to feel the results, so I'm trying not to focus on the weight. I haven't done my measurements since October so I think I will do them this weekend and hopefully that will make me feel better. Hope you have a great weekend and hang in there. Its so hard to see our babies grow up.

“Message” posted by danebramage Thursday, February 25th, 2010

How r things Terri? Hopefully still reaching for the stars!!! Micah is out till Saturday just FYI, but Ill be around....as always... : ) Keep it up and also, we have a face book fan page and group page if you are a face book user!!!

“Message” posted by dakelly Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

I'll have to try that Hardwater if they have it. I go in tomorrow. I have to re-stock on 3 very expensive items though. Ouch. Hope you're having a great day!

“Message” posted by miracleman Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010

Hi Terri, I just posted my "End of Month 2" progress article and pics. Month 2 certainly brought some challenges: strained shoulder (no chest for 1.5 weeks), strained neck, and foot strain. All of that was with the regular challenges any working professional goes through. Well, I am headed into month 3 which, essentially is my final month because for months 4 - 6 I will be focused on adding muscle and won't post again until right before the contest ends. I've broken down the contest into two parts: 1) get lean and 2) gain muscle and stay lean. So the first 12 weeks (3 months) are most important for me and is essentially my contest time frame. Gaining muscle is a very long and slow process, so the difference between month 3 and 6, in terms of muscle mass won't be very drastic. Let me know when you post your updated pics. Don't forget the newspaper in each pic, which acts like a date stamp. Some people are forgetting to continue with their newspaper date stamp in their progress pics.

“Message” posted by dakelly Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Hi Terri! I thought of you yesterday when I was looking at one of our News magazines and it named Loveland, CO as being a city in which home prices are going to rise in value. So I hope you own vs. rent!! We are looking at somewhere in the SW or Colorado to retire in the next 10 years, or less! How are your workouts going? I want to get more and more cardio in as I'm getting nervous about our vacation. One, how I will look in a swimsuit (may resort to my tankini) and Two, how I will eat/drink. I like fish and veggies, but I also like to drink and I have been VERY VERY good since January!!

“Message” posted by tbravata Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Thanks sweetie I feel amazing. It took me awhile to get the courage to post them. I was trying to post more because I have taken them each month but it was giving me a crazy error message. You must only be able to have so many posted. I bought that hot pink 2 piece a couple years ago but never put it on. Did you get much snow? We was supposed to get anywhere from 6 to 10 inches but we only ended up with about 3. Well you have a super week & I will talk to you soon. Take care xxxooo

“Message” posted by tbravata Sunday, February 21st, 2010

Hey Terri good to hear from you. My weekend is not going to bad thank you for asking. We are supposed to get hit with some snow as well starting today & going into Monday. It sounds like we are going to get anywhere from 6 to 10 inches. So, I went ahead and got my workout done this morning before it hits. I am with you I am sooooooo ready for some sunshine & warmer weather. Well I hope all is going well for you. It sounds like you are making progress so keep up the good work. I am very proud of you. Take care sweetie & I will talk to you soon. xxxooo

“Message” posted by ccrfan15 Sunday, February 21st, 2010

Nice to meet you. I have family in Loveland, nice place there. I read your comment on Dianes page about the weather. In just bought a new treadmill on craigslist for $100.00 it helps me because i have a little one and when he gets sick I can still work out. Also, when I am really busy it helps to get my cardio in.
Hope you don't get cabin fever and take care.

“Message” posted by bonnie Saturday, February 20th, 2010

thank you for the comment. Hope all is going well for you. We got the sunshine today was beautiful day out.

“Message” posted by focused@46 Saturday, February 20th, 2010

I am currently doing those with a 40 pound barbell on a bench so hopefully i will feel it get stronger. The squat with the barbell seems to get to my lower back. Trying to really watch my form. Thanks for the comment. How is your weight loss /measurements coming along?

“Message” posted by danebramage Friday, February 19th, 2010

Hi there!!! How r things going and how is that plan working out for you?!! Hope all is very well, do not hesitate to ask if you need anything else!! Keep it up and it was good seeing you again!!

“Message” posted by dakelly Thursday, February 18th, 2010

Hiya Sweet Thang! What's going on Terri? The site seems to be getting better as far as speed goes, but some of my pictures mysteriously disappear! I hope you are having a great week and making progress. Trying any new products lately? How are your workouts going? I'm ready to get outside and hit the trails if it ever warms up here...

“Message” posted by Pudge235 Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

Hey Terri, so far so good I think. I have had my bumps here and there with straying away from my diet and also staying motivated to go to the gym in the cold weather. I also just got over being sick, it is horrible you don't want to do anything. I do have this idea and it has worked so far, when I start feeling like Im catching a cold or have a slight cold I go to the gym and do cardio upon cardio and try to sweat out all the nastiness, I doubt its a legit cure but I feel better everytime I do it. Keep up the motivation and just set little goals to reach your big goal because if you focus on the big goal it always looks like your behind, but if you do little ones that you can achieve then it shows your progress and it feels good.

“Message” posted by sazoonraug Monday, February 15th, 2010

Hey Terri, nice to meet you and good luck. How are you doing with eating and exercising? For me it's been hard and struggling. let me know if you have any ideas. thanks.

“Message” posted by janaepae Sunday, February 14th, 2010

Happy V DAY Terri!

“Message” posted by axe2045 Saturday, February 13th, 2010

Hey Terri, all is good so far. Hope to be under 274lbs by tomorrow the 14th. For my max weigh in & down an inch or 2 from the waist. Thanks for accepting my friends request. Chat with you soon, to keep motivating each other.Let me know how your progress is coming along?

“Message” posted by mkmolly624 Friday, February 12th, 2010

Hey Terri! Have a good weekend, we are going to Breckenridge tomorrow to go skiing (my home town) can't wait.

“Message” posted by Pudge235 Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Howdy Terri How is your Maxformation coming along? Are you staying motivated with all the cold weather, I know its hard here in Kansas to want to get out in it.

“Message” posted by mkmolly624 Thursday, February 11th, 2010

Good Morning Terri!!! How is my fellow Colorado buddy doing this morning?!?!
I am doing good, changed fat burners, on something cant remember the name in a green bottle, the MM folks told me that this would work for me and I think it is, much more energy, and my weight is finally moving! Have agreat day.

“Message” posted by slim_tiff09 Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

hey and thank you for the blog. im doing great, just trying to get this weight off. easier said than done. i keep hittin plateau's and it gets overwhelming at times. other than that things are great. how are you? great progress by the way!! keep up the great work!!

“Message” posted by lmckissick Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Chances are you are tucking your hips under which is causing strain on your lower back. Think about sitting in a chair (if you have do, do squats over a bench in case you lose balance) rotate your hips to stick your rear-end out...that should help take the pressure off the back...also try to think about keeping your weight in your heels to keep pressure off your knees too. If this doesn't make sense the guys in Ft. Collins or Loveland can show you the next time you are in the store.

“Message” posted by PFunk Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

LAST CHANCE WORKOUT
Do you ever feel stressed out, and need a shot of inspiration?
If the answer is yes, then take a deep breath, and…
Escape to the Beauty, the Wonder and the Joy of Nature
To a mind that is still, the whole universe surrenders. ~Chang Tsu
To me every hour of the light and dark is a miracle. Every cubic inch of space is a miracle. ~Walt Whitman
Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul, and sings the tune without words, and never stops at all. Emily Dickinson

I've been able to add in Gleutamine. Will be going for body fat this week. Let's see how well my body likes me!

Finding out through all of this, how "focused" I have become. "Focus" may enter "determination". I've come to realize that all around me, if I don't know how these two words inter relate in their lives. About Focus and determination. I cannot underestimate such elements.

“Message” posted by JennyP Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Hey Terri - I would LOVE to meet you!! Come in and meet me sometime!!! Blessings and strength to you!

“Message” posted by AnnieT Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Thanks for the message. It really does help knowing I have people out there that really care about me. I know this mood will pass it always does, but it also always returns. I had my 20 year class reunion last year too and weighed more than I have ever in my life. I didn't even end up staying for the whole thing on Saturday because I was so depressed about the way I looked. I wish we were closer so we could hang out, go to lunch, and hit the gym together. That would be awesome. I have lived in Missoula, MT for 10 years and don't have anyone really to talk to or do things with. Needless to say I'm a little controlled which is my own fault for letting it happen. I will figure this out and I will keep my head up and keep on going because I refuse to fail again. It just isn't an option this time around. It may take me awhile, but I won't give up. Keep in touch and thanks again for being an amazing person and friend to me. I feel very blessed right now. Have a great day :)

“Message” posted by lmckissick Monday, February 8th, 2010

I love your post about going sleeveless!! I'm sure that took guts, I'm glad you did it and were able to see how hard you've been working. The legs will follow, just make sure you don't neglect them. Body weight exercises like lunge and squats are great, I started doing a bunch of them an noticed huge changes in the hips and thighs.

“Message” posted by tbravata Monday, February 8th, 2010

Hi Terri I had some time this afternoon & was trying to catch up with everyone. I hope all is well with you & I agree I am ready for sunshine & warm weather. I am dieing to get outside so I can start running down by the river. Take care & stay in touch.

“Message” posted by dakelly Monday, February 8th, 2010

Ah, thanks for the kind words. I actually did feel well enough to drag myself to the gym DURING the game. Needless to say, the gym was deserted. How about you, how are you doing??

“Message” posted by madelus Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Thanks for the encouragement Terri! :) It is really good to hear from you. How are you doing love? xo

“Message” posted by dakelly Saturday, February 6th, 2010

Hi Terri! Just stopping by to say hi and hope you are having a GREAT weekend!!

“Message” posted by coordinator Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Had a nice day today..Your messages always make me happy! How are you? I hope well. I have been working so hard lately and have not had a lot of time to say hello to everyone! I hope you find some sunshine..I am ready for some as well! Any plans for the weekend? I am going hiking with friends on Sat. Superbowl on Sunday. of course! Sorry to hear about your mom. It is undescribable, the pain. But the memories will never fade....Take care, you!! *Jane*

“Message” posted by JeneDorn Thursday, February 4th, 2010

Thanks for the comment!! I actually usually feel better after i leave the gym. i feel refreshed and ready to go again. I know we will get through this!! i cant wait for spring and summer!! Hope you have a great week and weekend!!

“Message” posted by coordinator Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Terri, you are the best...I needed to smile and you put one on my face. Thank you, Lady...I am soooo happy you are loving this. I am as well. It's such hard work and dedication. I have found such inner peace and outer joy from this experience thus far. I cannot believe, however, that I WAITED!! Things are going well. I had a very hard morning though. Thought about my dad. He was always so wonderful to us girls on Valentine's Day. Chocolates and candy message hearts. My trainer had asked me this morning if I had plans for Vday and I said no. She began to talk about how her dad always gives her and her sis See's candies chocolates and I started to tell her about my Dad, then before I could even realize, I was in tears on the treadmill on an incline of 10...After the gym, I got pulled over, but only receieved a warning. I could go on, but I am at peace now and relaxing. Did a hardcore hour in the gym, then did another 4 mile hard walk after that. I am beat! But I am lifting 50lbs on incline bench. SO starts week 3....xoxoxoxo *Jane*

“Message” posted by tbravata Monday, February 1st, 2010

Thanks Terri I go to my Doctor on Thursday for a check up on my medication so I will see what she has to say. I am glad to hear someone else loves the color red & thinks of it as powerful. You will have to tell her husband that you are not alone. Congrats on your last success of body fat & weight loss along with inches lost. I knew you could do it. So keep up the good work.

“Message” posted by dakelly Sunday, January 31st, 2010

Hi Terri! How did you do at the MM store on Friday?? Get any fat burners?

“Message” posted by rgblanks Friday, January 29th, 2010

Thanks for the ad. Have a great weekend! Do something for yourself NOT "to" yourself! :)

“Message” posted by dakelly Friday, January 29th, 2010

Terri - I'm really hit and miss on pills - I hate them as I take enough prescription meds already. I have the Quadra Cuts Extreme (Day only) that I take every now and then. So, do they work? I don't know, I seem to be doing well without, but maybe I'd do better if I took them! Ha ha! Ask your guru and see what they say? Good luck!

“Message” posted by dakelly Friday, January 29th, 2010

Terri - Good luck on your MM visit today! I know I loved my visit, the guys are always so friendly and encouraging. And I always leave with some new product! I got MaxPro Orange this time. Let me know how you do and if you get anything new! Thanks for the compliments too!