Monday, March 31, 2008

Erickson Mark

April 1 - Getting Started

195 Comments:

Anonymous Anonymous said...

april 2nd. i was at the nutrition meeting last night. Joe was very informative regarding what foods i can and can not eat. Learned alot about my eating bad habits. I know what to eat now to make me healthier.

April 2, 2008 12:02 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

this is patricia cawley. i was at the meeting on nutrition. i learned that all the food (i grew up loving) is full of sugar. No wonder I am now fighting with my weight.

April 2, 2008 12:04 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

This is Mark Erickson. I sent the anonymous "April 2nd.) blog. This program will not only help me loose weight and get in shape but also make me learn the computer a little better.

April 2, 2008 12:06 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

April 2nd. This is Mark Erickson. I was at the nutrition meeting last night. Joe was very informative regarding what foods i can and can not eat. Learned alot. Know what to eat and what to stay away from.

April 2, 2008 12:16 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I was there this mornign on 4/3. Worked out and went to the nutrition meeting. Joe was again very helpful. Went to Jewel and shopped healthy.

April 3, 2008 6:32 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I have been lucky the last few days. I was off work and able to go work out. I am really anxious to get back to see everyone and work out. It is the best work out I have had in years. See you in the early p.m.. Took a hard boil egg and an apple with me for breakfast.

April 4, 2008 12:57 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Enjoyed the work out today. Enjoy working out. It is a major part of my daily routine. Feel better than I have in years and I sleep without waking up five times a night.

April 5, 2008 12:42 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Finished my first week of work outs today. Everything is progressing well for me for the first week and I hope to be there till August. Trainers I had today were Kristen and then Mike. Kristen only warmed us up. I thought we were finished then Mike took over and kicked my butt.

April 6, 2008 7:41 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked out today April 7. I had a nice work out. Came in starting my cardio, then Jeff gave me a set for legs using the big ball and the balance ball plus more. The balance ball gives me a hard time. I've been told the more I do the squats on the ball the more balance I will have down the line. Then Rene gave me a set and boy did that make me sweat. Kristen came along then and had me do 20 more minutes on the treadmill. Great work out. Feel great. Thanks to all of you. Thank you Joe and Quantum.

April 7, 2008 3:11 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Have to work today so I wont be able to work out till the pm. Took a bananna and some sliced turkey for snack. It will be hard to find something healthy for lunch out on the road. I guess I will have to start packing a healthy lunch and snacks for work.

April 8, 2008 2:28 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi to everybody at Life Stage and Quantum Builders. I am on the way to work out with all the loving and caring people at LifeStage. I am looking forward to my work out today. Worked 13 hours yesterday. I was very tired after work and had to talk myself into going to LifeStage. I did and felt great afterward.

April 9, 2008 11:13 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checked if my blog went through for today (Wednesday 4/9). Well anyway, on my way to LifeStage. I really enjoy what they put me through. Thank Joe at LifeStage, all the trainers and Quantum.

April 9, 2008 11:19 AM  
Anonymous Patricia Cawley said...

Enjoyed myself working out today. Started out with Mike and then Joe took over. They both worked me pretty good. Felt great when I left. Came home and had a large salad with lots of protein.

April 10, 2008 8:22 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

On my way to work out. Hoping to have a nice and enjoying work out.

April 11, 2008 11:35 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi everyone at LifeStage Fitness. I worked out with Jeff today. I was very pleased with the results. Went on the Olyptical for 15 minutes today, it was like dancing with the music (good music by the way).

April 12, 2008 5:58 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Sunday. I had a boot camp today with Bill. He was really tough. Wanted to quit after four sets of five different excersizes but he kept pushing. After went to the seminar. Very insirational. Joe says to make yourself first on your priority list. I have been doing that for the last few weeks and it has changed my outlook on my life. Thanks Joe.

April 13, 2008 2:09 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Monday. Worked with Karen today. She put me through a nice hard work out. I liked worked with her. She was very kind and courtious. I enjoyed working with her. Thanks. Ate a healthy lunch and dinner.

April 14, 2008 6:18 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

This message might repeat. Worked with Karen today. She was real tough and polite. Gave me a great work out. Had a healthy Lunch at Subway and then chicken seasoned with green peppers and onions on a pita for dinner (also broccolli).

April 14, 2008 6:32 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hey guys and gals. I'll be working out this afternoon and then I'll be attending the meeting after my workout. Have a nice day. See ya later.

April 15, 2008 11:56 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi everyone. I am on my way to work out there. Hopefully I made the cut. I've been working very hard to stay in the competition.

April 16, 2008 9:48 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Very happy to make the top 20. I had a nice work out today. I went to the seminar. "Inspire to reach higher" is now the way I live. Thanks.

April 17, 2008 2:29 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Played basketball this morning for half an hour. Felt pretty good. Went for a walk last night. I am feeling much better about myself, lots more energy. I'll be coming to work out in a little while.

April 18, 2008 11:53 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Today is Saturday. I did not want to go today but felt much better when I was done with my workout. Did core excersizes and cardio. Have a great weekend.

April 19, 2008 3:35 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just came back from working out. I had a very good work out. Bill was very tough, but I enjoyed it. I look forward to coming everyday and continue to work toward my goal.

April 20, 2008 1:47 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I dont know what happened to my blog. Maybe it will be a double blog today. Had a good work out with Bill today. He did legs, a very tough leg routine. It has been a while since I felt it after leaving LifeStage the back of my legs hurting. Thanks Bill

April 20, 2008 1:55 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi everyone. Its Monday. On my way to LifeStage. I am going to do cardio and arms today. A little sore after yesterday

April 21, 2008 12:00 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Tuesday. This challenge has really changed my life. I love to work out with weights which I have'nt done since high school (late 70's). I also like the cardio. Even go for walks after dinner. Thanks Quantum and LifeStage.

April 22, 2008 9:51 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Wednesday. Had a great work out yesterday with Rene. First we started with core excersizes and then she put us on the treadmill - 20 minutes, level 20, on a hill with 3.0 speed. It was tough. I never knew the treadmill could go on such a high incline. Thanks Rene.

April 23, 2008 12:38 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi Everyone. Worked out with Lisa today. 1st time. She worked me pretty hard.

April 24, 2008 3:52 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Friday. Went to LifeStage straight from work. Was a little tired but did core and some arms along with lots of cardio. Felt much better when I was done. Went home and had steak and a piece of chicken on the grill. Have a good evening. See some of you in the am

April 25, 2008 6:31 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had to come early this morning. I had to go my nephews communion. Had a good work out this morning. Going to have a little food and a few Miller Lites.

April 26, 2008 1:09 PM  
Anonymous Patricia Cawley said...

Today is Sunday. Only had a little while at LifeStage today. Did a twentyfive minute, Level 20, speek 3 on the treadmill. Have another communion party today. Did not do too bad at yesterdays party. I watched what I ate and had a few beers.

April 27, 2008 11:06 AM  
Anonymous Patricia Cawley said...

Today is Sunday. Only had a little while at LifeStage today. Did a twentyfive minute, Level 20, speek 3 on the treadmill. Have another communion party today. Did not do too bad at yesterdays party. I watched what I ate and had a few beers.

April 27, 2008 11:06 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

The above blog is from me. Pat just put in the wrong name. Dah.

April 27, 2008 11:08 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Today is Monday. A gloomy day. I am off today so I will give myself a good hour and a half to two hours at LifeStage. I did not do enough this weekend and I feel I've gained a pound. I'll work it off today.

April 28, 2008 9:55 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Tuesday. Had to work today but will be at LifeStage early evening. Had a good work out yesterday with lots of cardio and upper body. Thanks Jeff.

April 29, 2008 11:46 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

This might be the second blog of the day. Computer acts up. Had a good work out yesterday with Jeff. Will be in this afternoon. Good luck everyone.

April 29, 2008 12:15 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Wednesday. Will be at LifeStage later this afternoon. Had a great work out with Mike yesterday. He is pretty tough. Did a hill on the treadmill. The first time was tough now it is getting easier.

Got good results from the first weigh-in. Wish you all luck.

April 30, 2008 10:23 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Thursday. Had a great Boot-camp with Jeff yesterday, along with a lot of cardio. Did not use any real weights but I was sore afterwards. See you later. Good Luck.

May 1, 2008 10:28 AM  
Anonymous Chris P. said...

Mark, Congratulations! You work so hard and I'm happy for you that you are in the eight! Tell Pat I'm sorry she did not make it. She always worked so hard and I will miss her . Good luck to both of you on you continued success!

May 1, 2008 9:19 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had to work today. Will be there late afternoon early evening. Congrats to all that made it.

May 2, 2008 6:50 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Sunday. Did not make the run/walk today. Woke up with a toothache. I will be in later today.

May 4, 2008 11:18 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

today i worked out at the new gym, i was very impressed at the size, im looking forward to going everyday

see you tomorrow

-Mark

May 5, 2008 6:15 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a great work out at LifeStage's new facility yesterday. Pat is back to work and does'nt get home till late. She wanted to work out last night so I worked out a second time with her. Today is Tuesday, have to work. I'll be there early pm.

May 6, 2008 5:51 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi everyone. Took Pat to work out at LifeStage. We both had a good work out. Pat almost cried when Joe came to say hi. Keep up the good work everyone.

May 7, 2008 8:34 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checking. Not sure if it went through. Had a great work out today. The place is cool. Ran a whole lot in the new LifeStage yesterday. I was soaked.

May 7, 2008 8:36 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Went to LifeStage after work. Lisa pushed me through a nice work out. I enjoyed it. Everyone have a nice day.

May 8, 2008 6:38 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hey girls. Went to LifeStage today. Had the place to myself. Jeff put me through a cardio, burned off 900 calories, plus I did 200 crunches. It was a good start to the weekend. Have a good evening. Bye.

May 9, 2008 5:29 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hey girls. Went to LifeStage today. Had the place to myself. Jeff put me through a cardio, burned off 900 calories, plus I did 200 crunches. It was a good start to the weekend. Have a good evening. Bye.

May 9, 2008 5:29 PM  
Anonymous Chris P. said...

Hey you goofy's...I miss working out with you guys...some days are even more lonely...Pat, I'm glad you're still going...This weekend is rough for me with Mothers day, I only got in 20 mins today/ I'll be in Sat & Sun probably around 7:30 because I have to go to work. Monday I'll be there a little after 4:30. I hope I run into you/ if not have a happy Mother;s Day!
You too Mark! :)

May 9, 2008 9:51 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Today is Saturday. Shopping day. I think I'll even buy a new T-shirt. Mine are starting to look like dresses.

Can't wait for the cooking seminar. It is getting a little boring eating the same stuff for the last five/six weeks. Need some new fuel.

See ya later. Have a good day and a great Mother's day.

May 10, 2008 11:04 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi Ladies. Happy Mothers Day. Enjoyed my work out today, only worked out for about an hour. Pat went with me.

This morning went with the Mother-In-Law to Mass and breakfast. This afternoon we'll go out with my mother. Busy Busy Busy. Did not cheat this weekend cause I am saving it for today.

May 11, 2008 2:42 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just blogging just in case. Sometimes I think I loose the blog and then it will show up again. Have a GREAT MOTHERS DAY LADIES.

May 11, 2008 2:55 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

On my way to LifeStage. Had a rough one yesterday. Don't really feel like working out but once I get there I know I'll feel better.

May 12, 2008 6:09 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did not feel too well yesterday. Had a good work out today. Feel much better. Burned off about six hundred calories plus upper body today.

May 13, 2008 7:48 PM  
Anonymous Chris P. said...

Hi you two. Miss seeing you. I hope you both are coming to the seminar Thursday. It would be nice to see you guys. See ya soon.

May 13, 2008 9:20 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked out with Karen this morning. I did my cardio and I did my core. I ran. It was a good work out for me. Came home and started to cut the grass, but the lawnmower broke. Oh Well...its always something.

May 14, 2008 6:15 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Went to work out today. Seen Kristen for the first time in about two weeks. She is always very nice to me and pushes me hard. See you all tonight.

May 15, 2008 6:16 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Oops. Yesterday I forgot to blog. Today, Saturday, I had a much better day. Went to LifeStage for almost two hours today. Did a lot of cardio and upper body. This afternoon went to swim.

May 17, 2008 5:43 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checking. This is Saturday. Had a good upper body work out today with Jeff. Did a lot of cardio. I love the hill. Any machine that will let you burn off a whole meal in less than a half hour is great.

May 17, 2008 5:55 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Sunday. Hello Ladies. Had a good work out today with Jeff. Going to take it easy today. Making a pot of Chicken soup.

May 18, 2008 2:06 PM  
Anonymous Chris P. said...

Hey Mark...Chicken soup?! what time are leftovers? Have a good week.
Hi Pat, thanks for your thoughts. The funny thing is last Sunday I told my sister something bad will happen then everyone will be all sorry. Well...it happened. It was such a mess when my aunt went to the hospital that I could not go pick up my mom(her sister is who died), I had to go to the hospital because her daughter didn't go with her when she was rushed. So I called my sister and she went to get my mom. Now they are all sorry and talking. I didnt think the "bad" would happen within 3 days though. But we go from one crisis to another in this family. anyway, it was good to see you, have a good week too!

May 18, 2008 10:55 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Monday....Monday....Monday. Today was a good work out. I did lots of cardio and some upper body. Today is my off day so I did some house chores as usual, even had dinner ready for Pat when she got home. The boys went to Grandma for dinner. Its nice to have some alone time even if its just for a few hours.

May 19, 2008 6:17 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a good work out today. Subway for dinner. Have a good night.

May 20, 2008 6:48 PM  
Anonymous stacey said...

Pat,
Thank you for your kind words. She needs all the help she can get. Every week is another set back of some sort.
Thank you again,

stacey

May 20, 2008 7:54 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Ran with Jeff. I mean really ran around the whole place. He kept saying "Push it, come on push it". I thought I was going to fall over. I also did my cardio and lower body. It was a good day. Had London Broil, broccolli and whole grain rice for dinner. Will probably go swimming tonight with Pat.

May 21, 2008 6:48 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Thursday. Worked pretty hard today, still have to go to LifeStage. I think I'll only do about an hour. Feeling a little run down and want to have a good weekend.

May 22, 2008 5:55 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Happy Friday. Have a great weekend Ladies. See some of you over the weekend. Don't eat or drink too much.

May 23, 2008 1:36 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Very tired when I went yesterday. Worked 13 hours. Today I had a much better work out. Have a great weekend.

May 24, 2008 10:17 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Today is Sunday. No Church today, planning on going to a service at the cemetary Pat's sister and Father are buried at on Memorial Day. Going grocery shopping shopping then to LifeStage. Have a wonderful day off Ladies.

May 25, 2008 9:29 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checking. It is sometimes hard to think of blogging. I hardly ever use the computer.

May 25, 2008 9:33 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hey everybody. Have a great Memorial Day. I had a good work today. Going to grill some chicken on the grill today.

May 26, 2008 1:35 PM  
Anonymous Olga Athanasoulis said...

Hi Mark & Pat: It's nice to hear that you read and enjoy the thoughts for the day. I hope they help you start your day as they do me! Have a Great day.

May 27, 2008 7:47 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Tuesday. Getting a little worn out. It's getting difficult to go everyday, but I always feel better after a work out. I'm a long way from the man I want to be. Have a good day Ladies.

May 27, 2008 11:24 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checking. I just blogged and it's gone. HAVE A GREAT DAY EVERYONE AND FOR THOSE WHO ARE FACING CHALLENGES OTHER THAN LIFESTAGE I PRAY FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES. Who would guess that in just a few months we would face so many mentally challenging situations. THANKS LIFESTAGE FOR GIVING US AN OUT.

May 27, 2008 11:33 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Went straight from work. Had a rough day, lots of basement deliveries. Did my hill for 30 minutes. Worked with Joe today, he asked if I had a rough day and I said I was exhausted. He pushed me a little more. Could not wait to get home and relax.

May 28, 2008 6:36 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Looks like rain again. Can't wait to get the day over with so I can go to LifeStage and then home. Hope everyone has a good day.

May 29, 2008 1:53 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just another line. Dont see my blog. Have a good day.

May 29, 2008 2:07 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked another 12 hour day. Wont get to LifeStage till about 7:30. Feel like just going home. Pat works Saturday and she wants to go out even thou she worked construction job all day. Maybe after my work out I'll find the energy.

May 30, 2008 7:45 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Saturday. Just did cardio today. Lots of it. Shirt was soaked. Have a good day everyone.

May 31, 2008 7:14 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Sunday. Today will be a rough one. Going in around noon. Had a late night last night. I'm bad.

June 1, 2008 11:29 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did very well today. On treadmill for 30 minutes on a hill, burned off 600 calories. Then I worked with Mike upper body using weights for about 45 minutes. Then I went on the Olypictal for 45 minutes and burned off another 650 calories. All together spent two hour at LifeStage, had to make up for yesterday (feeling sick).

June 2, 2008 6:49 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Another long 12 hour day, then its off to LifeStage. I don't know how long we can keep this up. I really appreciate the changes its made in my life but boy sometimes I'm just soo tired.

June 3, 2008 7:34 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Wednesday. Working another long day. See you at LifeStage later if your there. Have a good day.

June 4, 2008 2:47 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

My day at work should be a little less long today. Probably only 10 hours. I'll be at LifeStage probably around 4:00 today. For the last few days I have left my house at 6:00am and getting home after working and working out about 8:30 at night. I need a little break.

June 5, 2008 1:15 PM  
Anonymous Chris P. said...

Hi Pat, There's always room for more at the fishing hole! Hope to see ya soon!

June 5, 2008 9:45 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Should haver another decent day at work. Hopefully I'll be done around 3:00. Then go To LifeStage. I am usually too tire to go workout after work but once I'm there it's on. Have a good evening everyone.

June 6, 2008 11:51 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did not do too much today at LifeStage. Felt a little sluggish and just did the treadmill. My alergies are really bothering me. I woke up a few times in the middle of the night not being able to breathe through my nose. All I did this morning was sneeze and blow my nose. Have to go to the Pharmacist. Have a good Saturday everyone.

June 7, 2008 4:26 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a good work out today. Burned off a total of 1000 calories doing cardio today. I also did core for 40 minutes. Allergies were not as bad today so I had to make up for the last few days. I have a goal to meet, and I'm going to do it.

June 8, 2008 1:14 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

This might be blog number two. If not make it number one. I got cut off.

June 8, 2008 1:15 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I only did cardio today. Will do some weights on Tuesday. Hopefully I wont have to work too late. My cardio today was extensive. I did an hour on the treadmill, level 20 all the way. BURNED OFF ALMOST 1100 CALORIES. (Kinda made up for what I ate yesterday) Back to strick diet this week, been drinking pop again, gotta cut that out.

June 9, 2008 9:54 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

A little cooler today but my allergies are kicking my ass. I am so greatful for this LifeChange. I used to be out of breath making some of these basement deliveries, now it's no problem. I even enjoy the sweat. Hopefully I wont work too late and make it in around dinner time.

June 10, 2008 11:51 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Wednesday. Dont know where I will find the time to go to LifeStage and the seminar. I will really be pushing it. I'll probably eat dinner when it is time to go to bed.

June 11, 2008 3:31 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Got out of bed. Realized I did not blog Thursday. It's probable too late to count but please give me an E for effort. Worked a long day, went to LifeStage for an hour and a half then went out with a another couple for dinner and drinks. Pat works friday and Saturday night and it was our night out (the boys went to their fathers for two days) had to make the best of it.

June 13, 2008 12:24 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Got out of bed. Realized I did not blog Thursday. It's probable too late to count but please give me an E for effort. Worked a long day, went to LifeStage for an hour and a half then went out with a another couple for dinner and drinks. Pat works friday and Saturday night and it was our night out (the boys went to their fathers for two days) had to make the best of it.

June 13, 2008 12:24 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Today is Friday. Have a long day at work and it's hot. See you at LifeStage this evening.

June 13, 2008 11:46 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Saturday. Just did the treadmill and upper body while on the bike. Was there just over an hour today. Have a good day.

June 14, 2008 12:19 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Went in for just a jog on the treadmill. I did 20 minutes at level 20 at 4.2. That's all folks. Have a great day.

June 15, 2008 4:37 PM  
Anonymous Chris said...

Happy Father's day to the only man contestant...hope you had a great day!

June 15, 2008 9:04 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had another kick butt work out today. Burned off more calories than I thinks I can eat. Have a good day. Going for a swim with Pat tonight.

June 16, 2008 7:29 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a good work out today. Lots of cardio and some legs.

June 17, 2008 8:25 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a good work out today. Only did cardio and some arm work. Going swimming later.

June 18, 2008 6:23 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checking

June 18, 2008 6:24 PM  
Anonymous rene said...

Mark, please email me ASAP and let me know if you have a CYLC t-shirt. If you do not let me know your size.rene@lifestagefitness.com

June 18, 2008 9:12 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked out just a little while before work this morning. Pat and I are going away for a few days. See you at the challenge on Sunday.

June 19, 2008 6:08 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

out of town, did a three mile walk on a hilly country road, almost like a level 40 on the treadmill have a good day

June 20, 2008 10:34 AM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

worked out in the yard, clearing a tree that fell from the storm, hard work

June 21, 2008 4:00 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Happy Sunday. Back in town. Will be there for the challenge. Very tired.

June 22, 2008 12:59 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hello Ladies. Went to work out on my own today with Pat. The Challenge was a good work out. Even after going away for three days of eating and drinking I still lost 4 pounds.

June 23, 2008 1:53 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I have a long day at work today. I might have to use one of my days off.

June 24, 2008 3:32 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Ended up going in yesterday afterall. I will save my day off for the weekend. Wont get in till about 6 today. I have neglected the weights lately, so I plan on doing cardio and weights. Have a good day.

June 25, 2008 5:35 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a twelve hour day today at work. It was hot. Went to LifeStage and did the treadmill for 35 minutes. Sooo tired of this heat.

June 26, 2008 9:25 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Computer acting up. Have a good evening. See you at LifeStage.

June 27, 2008 5:18 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Test. Test. Going out for a pop.

June 27, 2008 5:26 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Took the needed day off. See you Sunday. Have a good evening.

June 28, 2008 5:13 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Today I did core. The way Kristen first taught Pat and I. I also burned off 800 calories on the treadmill and the uliptical. Had to get back into it.

June 29, 2008 1:02 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Monday. Did a lot of upper body today along with lots of cardio. Have a good day.

June 30, 2008 5:35 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Tuesday. On the treadmill for almost an hour today (burned off 1,000 calories). Going to do an aqua areobics with Pat tonight. She is working new construction and wants to cool off.

July 1, 2008 6:04 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Wednesday. Did my regular cardio plus core plus legs which I have'nt done in a while. My legs get a good work out everyday at work. Was extremely tired and feeling sick from the long hot day at work but felt much better after a workout and a steak for dinner.

July 2, 2008 8:46 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked today a long day. Everyone will be drinking on the weekend (I deliver liqour). Could not make it to decorate due to work will be there in the morning to decorate and get me points. LifeStage closed early today and opened late so I could not make that either due to work. See you in the morning.

July 3, 2008 7:07 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

HAPPY 4th EVERYONE. To think it was 12:00 noon and I had already done 12 miles (treadmill and bike). Wow..... I don't think I did 12 miles in a month last year. I enjoyed the parade. BE SAFE EVERYONE - WATCH THE LITTLE ONES.

July 4, 2008 3:53 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Literly took the day off. A little shopping with Pat and sitting on the couch watching the Cubs. See you Sunday.

July 5, 2008 4:48 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did not do too much today, just the treadmill. I'll get back into it Monday. Have a good day.

July 6, 2008 3:01 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Again, just did the treadmill today, but I did it for 50 minutes, level 20 all the way. Was soaked.

Tonight, I'm going to the gym with Pat to do some weights with her and then go swimming. Have a good day.

July 7, 2008 6:37 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

This heat is kicking my butt at work but you know what last year it would have killed me. Just did the treadmill today. Have a good evening.

July 8, 2008 7:18 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hello Ladies. Not much to say. Worked a ten hour day again, just not so hot. Did cardio and arms on the bike today. Had a late dinner by the time I got home and feel like I'm going to bed with a belly full of steak and broccolli.

July 9, 2008 9:30 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked today, went to LifeStage and did cardio and legs. Pat works Friday and Saturday so we are going out with a couple couples tonight. Have to be home early and in bed by 11:00, we both get up aroud 4:30 am. Have a good one everyone.

July 10, 2008 5:38 PM  
Anonymous Sandra said...

Pat thankyou for getting the card I will hopefully pick it up today.I greatly appreciate all the prayers and the thoughts, you didn't even think twice and that shows what kind of a person you are. Thankyou.

July 11, 2008 12:39 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did not go into LifeStage today. Too hot and had a long day at work. I'm taking the day off except for the couple hundred crunches I'll do at home. Have a good evening.

July 11, 2008 7:29 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Took the day off today. Will get back into full swing again Sunday. See ya.

July 12, 2008 4:53 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked out today with Lisa. Did upper body and cardio. Spent and hour and forty minutes, was soaked.

July 13, 2008 4:56 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

all cardio today, 70 minutes on the treadmill on hill elevation, burned 1300 calories and ran 5 miles total, very good work out, kept me going, see you all tomorrow

July 14, 2008 8:19 PM  
Anonymous Mark Ericksn said...

Long hot day today at work. See you Wednesday. Have a good night.

July 15, 2008 9:06 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

too hot today, only did core exercises no cardio did enough cardio througout the day in the heat

July 16, 2008 9:11 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Went to LifeStage today and did some cardio. Going out tonight for a drink with Pat, she works Friday & Saturday night. Have a good one.

July 17, 2008 5:55 PM  
Anonymous Olga Athanasoulis said...

Thanks guys for letting me know about Sandy's Dad. I was late posting today, but saw your post and I sent Sandy a message. Thank you!

July 17, 2008 10:10 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Another hot humid day. Just did some cardio today. Have a good evening.

July 18, 2008 5:33 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Took the day off from LifeStage but went to LA Fitness with Pat. Did the treadmill and we worked on upper body. She likes this ab machine using 50-65 pound weights. I do 2-300 crunches a day, but this machine kicked my butt. Have a good evening everyone. See you Sunday.

July 19, 2008 4:17 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just did some cardio today. I will get back into it Monday with a good workout. Have a good one.

July 20, 2008 6:24 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Monday was my day off from work. Monday I usually spend more time at LifeStage. I did my usual cardio, worked on my legs, ran around the facility. Had a good work out. Going to LAFitness with Pat for a swim (she is working constructoin and needs to cool off). Have a good evening.

July 21, 2008 6:13 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just did the treadmill today. Promise to do more Wednesday if it's not too hot during the day while I'm at work.

July 22, 2008 9:03 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Again, just did cardio (treadmill) today. Worked a long day with overtime. Before dinner I did 350 crunches on the living room floor and after dinner I walked to the gas station (3.5 blocks away) and got some scratch off tickets. I have gotten into the habit of not sitting after eating, also not eating late. I use to eat 10 or 10:30, I did not care before but things are different now.

I weigh myself once a week and am trying to maintain loosing 3 pounds a week. Thanks Joe and Quantum and the rest of you sponsors for my life change.

July 23, 2008 9:15 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did the Olyptical today for 40 minutes. Will do some weights Friday. Night.

July 24, 2008 11:36 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Took the last two days off. I'll be in on Sunday for a good work out. Still doing my crunches and watching my food. Have a good day.

July 26, 2008 6:35 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

took off the last couple of days but i went back today and worked out for about an hour and felt pretty good to work out again have a good day everybody

July 27, 2008 10:47 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

had a good work out today, excited to keep going and ready to go again tomorrow

July 28, 2008 10:04 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

today i did about an hour and a half of cardio and was on the elyptical for about 45 minutes and did some weights for a little while too

July 29, 2008 9:44 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just did cardio today and my crunches at home. It was a hot one today at work. Picked up Pat's AB Lounger from my brothers house, he borrowed it months ago. I never used it before because it had a weight limit of 300 pounds. Pat keeps telling me that the crunches I do on the floor (sometimes 300 a day) wont be as effective since my body must be familiar with the motion and I should step it up and use the lounger (sp.). I'll give it a try thursday.

July 30, 2008 9:36 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

i had a long day at work today and worked my butt off but still found some time to go to the health club and work out for about an hour, between the two today i had a great workout

July 31, 2008 9:29 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Terrific a Spin Challenge...Oh well I guess I'll have to take a class or two if it agrees with my work schedule. It is extremely hot and humid and I am in and out of a truck all day usually with no air conditioning. Not going to give up yet.

I am sure most of us have been planning some kind of vacation when this was to be over - guess that can wait. Another month might just get me to my goal. This month I am really going to work on toning. I think I have lost most of the weight I want to loose (maybe another 10-15 pounds) but we'll see. I have'nt been this size in almost 20 years.

Have a good evening everyone.

August 1, 2008 6:27 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

i took a day off today from working out to relax a little bit but i sure will be back at it again tomorrow

August 2, 2008 4:32 PM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

If this was a reality t.v. show, you would be voted off the island.

August 3, 2008 7:48 AM  
Anonymous stacey said...

Remember what your mother always said when you were a child? "If you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything". It applies to adults also.

Stacey

August 3, 2008 1:15 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickso said...

Thank Stacey for speaking up. I am shocked someone would write something like that. I too am here to make myself better for my future. Good Luck anyway to Anonymous.

Did not feel too good today and was practically forced to go by Pat. Did the Olypictical for 40 minutes.

August 3, 2008 6:11 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I did the treadmill for an hour today, burned off 1100 calories on the hill. Had a good work out.

August 4, 2008 4:45 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hot day today. Just did some legs and the treadmill. Met Pat afterwards at LA and did some arms and the stair climber.

Had a good chicken/onion/green pepper dinner. No Fat.

August 5, 2008 8:55 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Computer acting up. Just did the olytical today, was on it for about 30 minutes when I was asked to do the spin class. I just could not do it. Have a good day.

August 6, 2008 8:39 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Trying this post again. Just did the olyptical today. See ya.

August 6, 2008 8:42 PM  
Anonymous Sandra said...

Well Mark don't feel bad about the spin class I 've only taken 3 and I have no motivation so Sunday will be interesting for me. I don't even know if I'll be there I'm to depressed. All I can say I come everyday to workout but thats all I have. Take care.

August 6, 2008 10:02 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Nice day for work today. Not too hot - would'nt you know that today I would get an air conditioned truck - did'nt even need it today.\\
Went to Life/Stage and did the treadmill, olyptical and legs. Just had some steak on the grilled, steamed broccolli and a baked potatoe with no butter or sour cream. Last year I would have put at least a tablespoon of butter or margarine (sp) on that potatoe. Things change.

Take care.

August 7, 2008 7:56 PM  
Anonymous mARK eRICKSON said...

Okay. This computer is really acting up. The second day in a row. Had a good work out today, good dinner afterward. Now I'm going to watch the BEAR'S. GO BEARS.

August 7, 2008 8:04 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Don't know if this blog will go thru. Computer really messed up. The kids have all kinds of crap on it and I constantly get junk popping in. (Don't know what they call it).

Long day at work today. Will stop at LifeStage on way home. Good Eveing everyone.

August 8, 2008 5:44 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Trying again to glog for Friday.

Good night.

August 8, 2008 5:49 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just did the Olyptical today for 50 minutes. See you at the challenge on Sunday. Have a good evening.

August 9, 2008 5:14 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Trying again for Saturday. What up with this computer?????

August 9, 2008 5:16 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

The challenge was pretty tough. Congrats to Chris and Kim for beating me. Congrats to all of us for even being involved and giving it our all.

August 10, 2008 6:29 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Trying again. computer problems.

August 10, 2008 6:33 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Still in a little pain in my back and today my upper legs hurt, but I went and work over an hour and a half today at LifeStage.

Have a good evening everyone.

August 11, 2008 5:21 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

I guess it takes two to blog.

August 11, 2008 5:25 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Still in a little pain today but did the olyptical for 45 minutes. I remember when I could only do four or five minutes, now I do it even backwards. After that I told Lisa my back was hurting and she helped me stretch, for some reason my ribs are still sore. Chris said it was probably from the spin class.

August 12, 2008 6:59 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

What's going on with these blogs. I've noticed that some of the girls did not get theirs in. Is it the computer or what?

August 12, 2008 7:06 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did a little work out today. Joe put me on the table to massage my lower back...it hurt. He stretched my legs, side, cracked my back. Hopefully it will feel better soon. He said to only do a little cardio for the next few days.

Have a good evening Ladies.

August 13, 2008 7:57 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Ladies, sometimes you have to blog twice to make sure your first goes thru. Double check.....

August 13, 2008 8:02 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just did a half hour of cardio. Back still bothering me, can't do much bending. Hopefully in a couple of days I'll be able to do better/more workouts.

August 14, 2008 6:50 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Doing the second blog. First one did not work.

August 14, 2008 6:51 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just did some cardio today. Back feels much better. Will do a good workout on Saturday.

August 15, 2008 8:57 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did an hour worth of cardio. Have a good weekend Ladies.

August 16, 2008 6:17 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hello Ladies. Did cardio at LifeStage, my 300 crunches at home, walked to Jewel and the video store. Having a good healthy meal on the grill - just chicken, a lean burger and veggies.

Have a good one.

August 17, 2008 5:32 PM  
Anonymous Chris P. said...

Hey Mark....Don't be lookin at my butt! :0) Hi Pat, Nice to hear from you. Olga's blogs are over 200 so you have to go under "post a comment" and then hit the "newer". Then her blogs will show up. It's good that you are back to work, exhausting though huh? You mention the next challenge...did I miss something?
Talk to you later. Chris

August 17, 2008 8:07 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Got back into it today. Was there for two hours today. Have a good evening. Going to LA Fitness with Pat for a swim.

August 18, 2008 8:41 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Got back into it today. Was there for two hours today. Have a good evening. Going to LA Fitness with Pat for a swim.

August 18, 2008 8:41 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hi Ladies. Hope you had a good day. I went to the gym and did the olyptical today and running sprints. Last night, I went with Pat to LA Fitness and ran straight for almost 5 minutes at 7.4 on the treadmill, then went swimming.

Had a good salad for dinner.

August 19, 2008 8:43 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Went to LifeStage today and did cardio and legs along with the bike. Did a little shopping today, bought a new pair of shorts - went from 48 to a 38.

Have a good day.

August 20, 2008 10:17 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Worked today. Hard day at work. Did not plan on staying so long at LifeStage but it was nice visiting.

Have a good evening.

August 21, 2008 7:25 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Friday. Went to work out early this morning. It was good to get it out of the way early. A good start to the weekend.

Have a good evening.

August 22, 2008 9:41 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hot day today. Too humid. Stay cool everyone.

August 23, 2008 6:37 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did a little cardio today. Taking it easy and enjoying the weather. Have a good day.

August 24, 2008 6:04 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Thought my blog was there, but in checking it was not. Have a good Sunday everyone.

August 24, 2008 6:09 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Thought my blog was there, but in checking it was not. Have a good Sunday everyone.

August 24, 2008 6:09 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Did major cardio today. Yep, I took the spin class after half hour on the olyptical. Soaked...

Have a good eveing.

August 25, 2008 6:34 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Long day at work today. Going to be late going to the LifeStage. Have a good evening.

August 26, 2008 6:22 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Just checking in. Did cardio today. Good night.

August 27, 2008 9:49 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Hey Ladies. Just did cardio again and then some sprints. Will do the weights one of these days. I do weights everyday at work one way or the other picking up, pulling, carrying, what else is there.

August 28, 2008 7:58 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

Had a good day today. Going out with the brothers tonight. Went to LifeStage and did cardio and arms. Have a good evening. See you Sunday.

August 29, 2008 8:33 PM  
Anonymous Mark Erickson said...

i had a good workout today did alot on the treadmill and some cardio, i cant wait to see you all at the parade tomorrow

August 30, 2008 8:27 PM  

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