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Weekend Warrior – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 14:09:57 +0000

I work hard during the week. I have my job, of course…the kids, the house, the yard, etc. Plus, I work out with super trainer, Annie twice a week. I eat healthy, and am being pretty darn good about not having weekday cocktails. By the weekend, I am ready to have some fun and relax. [...]

It's Working Out – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:23:29 +0000

First, a disclaimer. This is not me in the picture, as much as I wish it was! FINALLY! Some beautiful weather! We spent the weekend at the lake, and even though the water is COLD, I decided to go waterskiing. Last year was challenging. I was having so many health problems, and still didn’t know [...]

Work Out Tricks – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:39:51 +0000

I admit, I have been kind of frustrated the past few times I have worked out with Annie. Not frustrated with her, but myself. I knew I was getting stronger and in better shape, because the workouts seemed easier. Then, all of a sudden, I felt weaker, and was having a hard

I Like Big Butts – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Fri, 27 May 2011 12:54:32 +0000

Swear I am not lying about this. I was getting into the shower last night, and in typical fashion, I had several children with me. I don't remember the last time I went into a bathroom alone

Throwing Away My Scale – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 24 May 2011 13:01:37 +0000

Disclaimer: This is not my butt, as much as I would like for it to be. I’ve been working out for a while now, and feeling pretty sassy. My trainer, Annie even told me I should eat more, because I wasn’t losing any more weight. I know that sounds weird, but I was working out [...]

Vacation Blues – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Mon, 09 May 2011 13:28:29 +0000

I had the best vacation (except for the fact that my kids weren’t with me and I will never leave them for 5 nights again)! I have been working so hard with Annie and The Ridge Athletic Club to get back in shape. I thought about exercising while I was in Jamaica. Actually, I did [...]

More Calories! – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 02:11:50 +0000

As I told you on my last blog, it was a big day for me last week, as my favorite jeans fit again! That gave me the courage to get on the scale. I was a bit disappointed. Haven't really lost any weight.

Working off Easter – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 13:14:15 +0000

I thought I was pretty good last week. Went to Pilates and kickboxing at The Ridge Athletic Club. Went for walks and bike rides, and ate healthy, low fat, low-calorie foods (except for Easter brunch).

Annie came back from a week long vacation, and I realized

Frustrated – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 01:37:18 +0000

Didn't get to go to the gym today. We were just turning in when Matthew threw up. I thought it might be just an upset tummy from birthday party treats, but once again, I will not take a sick child to a daycare situation, hoping other parents do the same!

Mike had to work late tonight, so the evening classes were out of question. That is the hard part of working out for me. Not necessar

Yay Me! – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:15:27 +0000

I was out running errands today and STARVING! So were the kids. They talked me into McDonalds because there are apparently RIO toys there. I ordered them their chicken nuggets and apple dippers, and all I could think of was a quarter pounder with cheese, large fries and a soda. I didn’t do it!!! I [...]

Great Start To The Weekend – Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:38:01 +0000

I love food. I know the experts say you should eat to live, but I live to eat. I do eat pretty healthy...fresh ingredients, lots of fruits and vegetables, fish, and no processed food. But I love wine, bread, cheese and steak. This is why I w

Colleen At The Ridge

Colleen O'Quinn — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 12:14:38 +0000

I had a sick boy all weekend, so I didn't make it into the Ridge. I am the Mom who won't take my sick children to a day care situation...I think it's rude. So, I had to find ways to work out on my own. I wi

Colleen At The Ridge: First Workout

Colleen O'Quinn — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 22:51:47 +0000

Today was my first real workout day at The Ridge. I went skiing yesterday, and we skied hard. Then, we had margaritas. I stayed up too late, woke up this morning and not only did my legs hurt, but so did my head. All I wanted to do was cancel my workout with Annie and [...]