Shanda Barker

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of WorkoutsWorkouts 2 years, 2 months ago

    Continuing to workout 5-6 days a week…except for last week, but I only missed one day, so I’ll call it a win. Weather is a bit cooler in the morning making it a little harder to get out of my warm bed, but working out warms me up and gets me ready for the weather outside. I love Fall!

    • Same here!! It’s still pretty hot here but it’s starting to cool finally! I’m so happy you did so well last week! I didn’t do that great. I got into the gym only a couple times and worked out doing ranch chores here but it wasn’t the way I like doing things. I’m disappointed

      • Our lives are busy. The good thing for us, is we have ranch chores that keep us active on a daily basis. I think as long as we don’t let disappointment derail our goals we can get back on track and continue on our journey to better health. 🙂

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 2 months ago

    No workout today…other than chores and walking the dogs. Working on meal/food prep for this week. Happy Sunday!

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of ChallengesChallenges 2 years, 2 months ago

    Thankful for the new weekly meal and workout plans. Happy October!

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Recipe SwapRecipe Swap 2 years, 2 months ago

    Not really a recipe just a lunch idea…todays lunch was a baked potato topped with cottage cheese and steamed broccoli. Love this as the weather cools off.

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of ChallengesChallenges 2 years, 2 months ago

    Looking forward to the October challenge and some new recipes and ideas.

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 2 months ago

    Still sticking with my workouts but I sometimes feel I’m not getting enough of a workout. Cooler weather makes it harder for me to eat healthy food rather than comfort food. Still working on it.

    • I feel your pain on that! I’ve been struggling with keeping to my calories…Info it but it’s a challenge. The depression has been tough and I’ve been trying not to eat junk food. I’m having the issue with staying in my calories but not eating the right foods.

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of WorkoutsWorkouts 2 years, 2 months ago

    Got up a little late so I just did a 20 minute Fitbit workout. It was ok. And I walked the dogs. Happy Monday!

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Recipe SwapRecipe Swap 2 years, 3 months ago

    Premier Protein has a new flavor…birthday cake. Since it’s my birthday month I decided to try it. It’s ok but tastes a lot like vanilla sooo…I added half of a banana 🍌 and a couple handfuls of spinach. Yummy and filling lunch. Next time I’ll add some frozen mixed berries. 😋

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Horse Hobby GroupHorse Hobby Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    Walk with Scooter yesterday. Now that the weather has cooled off I’m looking forward to working with him more before winter sets in.

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of WorkoutsWorkouts 2 years, 3 months ago

    Did a barre workout yesterday. Really challenged my balance. I think I’ll do it again to help with that problem. Did a Fitbit MMA workout this morning. Even though it was a little hard to catch onto its the first Fitbit workout I’ve actually enjoyed and I will definitely do it again.

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    This week has been good…but it’s only Tuesday. Rededicated myself to healthy eating. So far so good! 😊

  • Jenna posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    I’m struggling this weekend…my daughter that passed has been 3 months and it was the 2nd anniversary of my son getting hit and losing his leg. So I haven’t been eating anything all day and then I ate a burger at night Saturday. Not good. Same thing today…I’m not even hungry but I snack here and there on garbage.

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    Still working out 5-6 days a week. Need to find new workouts. Guess I should check out the Exerprise app. And I need to do better at meal planning.

    • I need to be better about meal planning also. I stay on my diet but it’s definitely a little more chaotic for me when it’s not planned

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of WorkoutsWorkouts 2 years, 3 months ago

    Monday and Wednesday did a couple of Fitbit workouts. Not my favorite. Tuesday I just walked the dogs. Today I did an old school Billy Blanks workout. Still one of my favorites. My favorite DVD workouts are worn out and won’t play. 🙁 Struggling with my workouts because I can’t find any that I like. I don’t have a home gym…just some…[Read more]

  • Hi ladies! I hope everyone is doing well

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of ChallengesChallenges 2 years, 3 months ago

    Welcome everyone! Hope you all are enjoying this new challenge. I don’t know about you, but the “…ber” months, September, October, November, and December, are soooo tough for me because I love all the yummy comfort food. But…this challenge will definitely help me think twice about what I eat and I feel so much better. What about you? Do…[Read more]

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Horse Hobby GroupHorse Hobby Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    Well…we are still hotter than blazes here in Utah. I took this week off of work while my husband is at the ranch in NM and was hoping to get a few rides in, but things just haven’t worked out. However, it’s only Thursday, so hopefully, I can get a ride in tomorrow or Saturday morning. I would this morning, but I have to take my disabled kitty…[Read more]

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of WorkoutsWorkouts 2 years, 3 months ago

    From Fitbit, “…you recently went above and beyond with activity. Now, your body might need rest. For active recovery try light walks, stretches, or restorative yoga.” Sooo…this morning I walked and fed the dogs, fed the barn cats, fed and watered horses, cleaned stalls, groomed one dog (75 pound Border Collie that hates to be groomed), and…[Read more]

  • Connie posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    The bad news…I have not been on here since the challenge started…:( The good news…I have worked out 8 of the 10 days of the challenge. I’m definitely an emotional eater and I have struggled with some depression these last couple of months, so I have struggled to get my nutrition back on track. For me diet and exercise are so crucial for…[Read more]

    • Good job on working out! I’m so much the same way. I’ve also been struggling with depression and it’s been a really bad past few months but we can do this! It’s like a crul game… depression makes you not want to exercise but it’s what helps depression lol.

      • Thank you! Definitely helps to know we are all in this together and working towards the goals of healthy and happy.

  • Jenna posted an update in the group Group logo of Accountability GroupAccountability Group 2 years, 3 months ago

    I’ve been STRUGGLING to get into the gym. My diet has been great but I’ll barely make 5 days this week. My daughter passed away in June and the depression is making it very hard to stay motivated.

    • Jenna…I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter. I’m glad you have joined this challenge and I hope that it will strengthen you physically and emotionally. Sending hugs your way!

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