The Schip Family: April 2011

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

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Day 60- 100 Day Challenge

Day 60, 40 days left... We are into the SIXTIES!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: Sleep More, Stress Less-- and Lose Weight!

QOTD: Weekend plans?

Tomorrow is the 5K. After the race I need to get Emma ready for her team pictures. Then we don't have anything planned Saturday night, thank goodness! It seems our lives are always jam packed with plans, so it will be nice to have one night to relax.

My Daily Update: Took today off and am looking forward to my 5K tomorrow morning. It's not going to be very warm so I better bundle up for it.

My Comments to You:

Karyn- 16 lbs in 2 1/2 months is incredible! Can't believe how quickly the baby weight is melting off. How many more lbs. do you need to lose to get down to your goal weight? PS Sorry we didn't make it to Burton's blessing. We had Easter dinner and an egg hunt at Jake's parents' house that afternoon and couldn't make it.

Shana- Interesting comment about the chicory root extract. I personally had never researched the stuff until today. I read that chicory can help in weight loss, has antioxidants and vitamin C, has a calming and relaxing effect, and cant help with constipation and diarrhea. I also read you shouldn't eat a ton of this stuff because too much of it can cause miscarriages. It can also stimulate and increase the menstrual flow. Is there anything else you read about it?

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 59: 100 Day Challenge

Day 59, 41 days left... We are nearly into the SIXTIES!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: Tight IT Band? 3 Simple Exercises to Fix it Now: More IT band info and exercises.

QOTD: (I'm leaving this up through the rest of the week.) This is for Camille, one of our participants who just had a baby girl (her fifth) 12 days ago. She wants some suggestions for some low calorie 2am snacks that are quick and convenient. I know we have the snack list below, but would love more ideas or insight from other moms who have been through the same thing.

My love right now are FiberOne bars at Costco. 140 cals. Quick and easy. Lots of fiber. And you can eat it with one hand, while you nurse. Anyone else have ideas??

My Daily Update: Went to Body Combat this morning and felt pretty good. I have some errands I have to run tomorrow and clean the house since I have my 5K Saturday morning and Emma's team pics in the afternoon, so I cancelled my gym time. I figured it would be nice to give my body one day off before my race, and hopefully my legs will be nice and fresh Saturday morning.

Last night while I was working, the Show Team (our oldest girls at the Studio) came running into the office yelling "Jamie, Jamie!!" I thought someone had got hurt or something, but then they said they heard I could do a back hand-spring and wanted to see it. So I went into their room and in my jeans, long sleeve shirt, and ear rings, busted out a back-handspring for all of them. I think they liked it. ;) My boss said they might want me to teach a tumbling class next fall, so that could be interesting. Nothing too advanced, but I could definitely teach the younger kids. How fun!! Better start working on all my other skills. Hard to believe it's been over 12 years since I've done all this stuff!

My Comments to You:

No comments (Are you guys alive?!!)

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 58- 100 Day Challenge

Day 58, 42 days left... We are nearly into the SIXTIES!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: Exercises for IT Band Syndrome: Some good exercises to do if you're having knee/hip pain when you run.

QOTD: This is for Camille, one of our participants who just had a baby girl (her fifth) 11 days ago. She wants some suggestions for some low calorie 2am snacks that are quick and convenient. I know we have the snack list below, but would love more ideas or insight from other moms who have been through the same thing.

My love right now are FiberOne bars at Costco. 140 cals. Quick and easy. Lots of fiber. And you can eat it with one hand, while you nurse. Anyone else have ideas??

My Daily Update: This morning I ran sprint intervals for 3 miles. I warmed up for a few minutes at 6.0 on the treadmill, then I upped the speed by .5 for one minute, then recovered at 4.0 for a minute, then up another .5, then back down for another minute at 4.0. (i.e. 6.5- 1 minute, 4.0- 1 minute, 7.0- 1 minute, 4.0- 1 minute, 7.5- 1 minute, 4.0- 1 minute, etc.) I got up to 10.0, then worked my way back down. When I got to 7.0 I held that pace for a couple minutes, then I walked at a 4.0 and a 15.0 incline for 1/2 mile. After that I did abs for 10 minutes and stretched. This is my first hard speed workout since before my surgery. My legs still don't feel 100%. 2 weeks in the hospital and recovering from surgery made me pretty weak, especially in my legs. The first month or two when I started running again, they felt rubbery, like they would give out. I felt that a little as I started sprinting faster, but I'm so much stronger than I was last summer. I know it can only go up from here and I'm excited.

My Comments to You:

Camille- Wow! Nursing for an hour! That's insane. I bet your feel like a milk factory right now. Hopefully we will get some more 2am snack suggestions from others.

Ash- Great job on your run. 2 miles in 19 minutes puts you at 9:30 min/miles and that's dang good. You're getting faster! I'm sure you will be ready for H2C soon. As for your knee pain, are you rolling your IT band? I swear by my foam roller. (See the pic above on how to roll out your IT band.) Also, check out the video above and google hip abductor exercises to help strengthen your muscles.

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 57- 100 Day Challenge

Day 57, 43 days left... We are over HALF-WAY there!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: Are You Addicted to Food?: I thought this was interesting. I used to think I was a sugar-addict, but now just realize I just didn't show any self control.

QOTD: (Only 2 people answered this on FB, so I'm leaving it up for another day or two). What earbuds do you use when you workout? (assuming you use them) I'm asking this for me because I desperately need new headphones and need to get some asap. I go through earbuds quickly, mostly because I sweat so much and I think it shorts them out or something. (Gross, I know.) I also don't want them falling out of my ear, which I have trouble with. The Apple ones that came with the iPod hurt my ears because they are too big and don't stay in. I've had a couple skull candy earbuds and they work for a couple months but again, they fall out pretty easily unless I jam the things down into my ear canal. My friend, Meighan, suggested some Philips buds. Anyone else have good luck with their pair?

My Daily Update: I met with my trainer at 9am and did biceps, shoulders, and abs. I did 3 rounds of clean and jerks (I think with 65 lbs.) and man, those are tough! Then I did bicep curls with a bar, then bicep curls and shoulders (rotator out) with the free motion machine. Then more biceps and front lifts with a round 25 lb weight. After my session I did 20 minutes on the bike then had to pick up Josh from the daycare. Last night I went to the studio for a "mom" dance practice. The directors are having all the competition team moms dance at the recital next month. Last year the dads did one, so this year we have to do it. The first half is a broadway jazz then the last half is hip hop. Let me tell you, I am NOT a dancer, although I do enjoy it. I know I look silly, but oh well. It's all for fun, right? After the practice Steph and Jess and a few others stayed behind talking about the practice and some wanted to add some tricks into the routine. One mom told me I should try my back-handspring. It's been about 13 years since the last time I did one, but I figured what the heck. I ended up doing a round-off and TWO back-handsprings. Oh yeah, baby. I still got it. ;) It felt really good, too. I was worried I might be sore today from doing it, but nope. I guess this whole exercise and weight training thing really does pay off. ;)

My Comments to You:

Camille- I am so impressed with you! I couldn't imagine exercising the way you did (and still are) during your pg and just a few days after you had her. You're superwoman! If only I had gained 4 lbs. in any of my pregnancies. That would have been a miracle! I gained over 70 with my first, 40 with my second, and 50 with my third. Yikes! Anyway, keep being amazing!

Michelle- I know you're a closet follower but figured I would send you a message here anyway. So glad you have been working out and doing well. I've learned that even though our lives as moms get so busy, it's really important to take that time out of our day to take care of ourselves. I know I'm a much better mom and wife on the days I sweat. I have more patience and just feel happier overall. Glad 30 is treating you so well. Honestly, I'm excited for it. (Even though deep down I still feel like I'm 15 in Spanish class with you! ;) ) Take care and feel free to check in from time to time. I would love to hear from you.

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 56- 100 Day Challenge

Day 56, 44 days left... We are over HALF-WAY there!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: Belly-Busting Workout: I liked these exercises. Remember to do the weight workout in circuits. 3 circuits, and only take a small 2 minute rest in-between each circuit.

QOTD: What earbuds do you use when you workout? (assuming you use them) I'm asking this for me because I desperately need new headphones and need to get some asap before my race on Saturday. I go through earbuds quickly, mostly because I sweat so much and I think it shorts them out or something. (Gross, I know.) I also don't want them falling out of my ear, which I have trouble with. The Apple ones that came with the iPod hurt my ears because they are too big and don't stay in. I've had a couple skull candy earbuds and they work for a couple months but again, they fall out pretty easily unless I jam the things down into my ear canal. My friend, Meighan, suggested some Philips buds. Anyone else have good luck with their pair?

My Daily Update: I set my alarm on my watch for 4:45am and woke up at 7am. Dang alarm never went off. (Sorry Meighan!) So I called the gym and reserved daycare for Josh and went at 9:30am. I did the Body Combat class and then 20 minutes of lower body weights, and 10 minutes abs. My lungs and legs felt good today during my workout. Although I did have a weird incident this morning. I know I've talked about me blacking out sometimes due to low oxygen levels when I get up too fast and that happened this morning. I got out of bed and headed to the bathroom. Next thing I know I'm on the floor in the hall and I hit my nose on the bathroom door and skinned my left knee. Jake ran to me and lifted me off the ground asking if I was okay. So weird. I need to be better about getting up slowly, especially after I've just woken up.

My Comments to You:

Naomi- Great goals! Click HERE for a Utah race calendar to help you find a 5K. There are plenty around right now. April-September you're going to find a ton! Let us know which one you decide to do. Sorry I haven't responded yet to your FB message. I think you're definitely on the right track, setting goals. Your life is pretty dang crazy, woman. My advice: take one day at a time. Don't think too far ahead about all that's going on. When you wake up, just have a plan for that day. You have to be good about managing your time. Also, plan out your meals a week in advance. That will help you make better food choices because I know when life gets crazy we tend to go for the easy, quick, processed foods. Good luck and let me know if you have any other questions!

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 55- 100 Day Challenge

Day 55, 45 days left... We are over HALF-WAY there!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: None, it's the weekend!

QOTD: None, it's the weekend!

My Daily Update: No workout today. We woke up around 6:50am and watched the kids hunt for their Easter baskets. It was fun to have my parents here so they could experience the fun, too. After the Easter baskets, we all got ready for church, dropped my parents off at the airport, went to church, then went to Jake's parents' house for an Easter egg hunt and turkey dinner. I did pretty good with my eating today, especially with it being a holiday. There was chocolate around me all day and I still only ate 4 mini-dove eggs (about 32 cals for one) and then the strawberry shortcake Jake's mom made for dessert. Tomorrow at 5:30am I have Body Combat with Meighan. Tuesday I have a session with my trainer, Wednesday I'll run and do weights, Thursday is combat, Friday weights and cardio, then Saturday is my 5K. Fun week planned. What about you guys?

My Comments to You:

Ash- Sorry you had a crappy week. I'm excited for your 12K. What's the farthest distance you've ran so far? Just remember how you ran that half marathon 2 years ago and you didn't even really train for it. 7.46 miles will come easier to you than you think. Our weather was been pretty cold. We had a few days that were nice, but it seems to be back in the high 40s low 50s and when you get a small headwind going, it's not ideal training weather. Sounds like you're having better luck over there. Can't wait to see your running clothes. Post pics when they get there!

Emily- No reason to be embarrassed. You did awesome, especially since you really haven't been running that much, just biking. Running is a whole other beast. Like I'm sure you know, so much of it is mental. I think I've told you this before but I hated running when I first started, too. Ben was just over a year old and I discovered that running was the thing that helped me get the baby weight off fast, so I reluctantly stuck with it. I ran my first race ever (5 miles) in March 2004 down in Moab and when I crossed that finish line dry heaving, I told myself I would NEVER run a race "that long" again. Eventually running got a little easier, and it became my escape from life. I think another reason why I like it so much is because all growing up I never thought I could be a "runner". So the fact that I am doing something hard and that doesn't come easy to me, it makes me feel strong physically AND mentally. Emily, I hope you're proud of yourself. You stuck to something you hate and managed to do a great job. I'll have to tell Jake about your experience. He feels the same you do about running and is not too excited about the 10K we are doing in June. What doesn't kill us makes us stronger, right?! ;)

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 54- 100 Day Challenge

Day 54, 46 days left... We are over HALF-WAY there!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: None, it's the weekend!

QOTD: None, it's the weekend!

My Daily Update: I only worked out 4 days this week and knew to keep my goal of working out 5-6 days/week I had to get out today. My mom played with the kids at the park while my dad, Jake, and I ran 3.1 miles (5K). I thought this would be my dress rehearsal for my race next weekend and would help me gauge my lungs and where I was at in terms of speed. I ran it in 30:48 and I felt pretty good about that. That's a 10:16 min/mile pace. It was a little chilly and all of us felt the cold air in our lungs. My dad heard something pop in his right ankle/calf area and had to walk the last 1/2 mile. He actually would have beat me if that hadn't happened. He was wearing his Vibram shoes and I was a tad jealous. It was so fun running with my family and even though we were all at different paces, it was still fun to do it together.

I got an email last night from the Communications Director for the Fight For Air Run/Walk race that the American Lung Association is sponsoring on June 4th. She wants to highlight my story for some news coverage and put in a plug to get people to join me and others at the run to raise money for lung health research and education. Pretty cool. I'll have to link the story once it gets posted. It's still not too late to join Team Jamie. In fact, the American Lung Association is giving the first 200 participants who register a certificate for a free 8 oz. cup of frozen yogurt at Golden Spoon. Also, you can use the code "EarlyBird10" to get 10% of the registration fee if you register before May 1st. To join Team Jamie, go HERE. So far we have 8 team members. You can do the Walk, 5K, 10K, or a Half Marathon, it's up to you. If you don't want to do the race, or are not local, you can always make a donation. Just go HERE and type in Team Jamie in the Team Name field.

My Comments to You:

No comments

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 53- 100 Day Challenge

Day 53, 47 days left... Easter weekend! Just because it's a holiday doesn't mean you should gorge yourself on sugar and not exercise. A treat here and there is okay, but not the whole Easter basket. Make smart choices so that Monday morning you have no regrets!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: The 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes- Check out #1 and #2. I'm learning a lot about this lately through my trainer and totally agree with all that was said.

QOTD: What are your weekend plans?

Tonight we are going to my Grammy and Grandpa Call's house for a little graduation celebration for my sister and my cousin (they both graduated from BYU this week.) A lot of family will be there and I'm excited to see everyone. Tomorrow the kids have the NSL Easter egg hunt, then we will spend the rest of the day with my parents. Easter on Sunday, take my parents to the airport around 9am, then Easter dinner and egg hunt at Jake's parents' house Sunday afternoon.

My Daily Update: I ran 2.5 miles today, 10 minutes on the stair climber, then 15 minutes abs. My lungs felt pretty good. I'm going to see if my dad wants to run with me tomorrow morning. My 5K is a week from tomorrow and I'm getting excited.

My Comments to You:

No comments

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars

100 Day Challenge

List of 73 Participants & Their Goals

(Click "Read more")

Day 52- 100 Day Challenge

Day 52, 48 days left... We are over HALF-WAY there!!

The Google spreadsheet is HERE. Click on it and make sure to put an X on the days you follow through.

Better Health Article: The 5 Biggest Fitness Mistakes- Check out #1 and #2. I'm learning a lot about this lately through my trainer and totally agree with all that was said.

QOTD: (Want some more reports so leaving this up for a few days.) How are you feeling at the halfway point?

My Daily Update: I picked my parents up from the airport last night. When my dad pulled the fridge away from the wall to look at it, we noticed standing water under our bamboo floor. It had spread a few feet and I was worried the water would warp our flooring. We borrowed our neighbor's wet vac and sucked up all the water we could, and then had a fan blowing in the kitchen for over half a day. I canceled my gym time today and my parents and I spent the whole morning and most of the afternoon going to stores, finding a new fridge, borrowing my in-laws truck, getting the fridge, picking up a dolly from another friend, getting it in the house and set-up, then returning the truck and dolly. It's been a long day, but thankfully it all worked out and we have a new awesome fridge! I plan to work out early tomorrow before the kids go to school, so I'll update then. I got work off tonight and so we plan to play lots of games with my parents and enjoy each other's company.

My Comments to You:

No comments

Our Snack List

turkey wrapped in lettuce

mixed nuts (almonds)

cucumber slices

grapes (frozen)

bananas

apple slices (w/peanut butter, almond butter, or dipped in one Light Laughing Cow Swiss Cheese wedge)

granola bars

Greek yogurt (Zoi or Fage 2% w/packet of Stevia)

rice cakes

edamame

string cheese

hummus w/carrots or celery

avocados

strawberries

blueberries

salad

homemade whole wheat bread

celery w/peanut butter

hard-boiled egg

Extra Sugar-free gum

Fiber One bars