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I do have several friends who just can't tolerate getting on the scale more than maybe once a week. Seeing the fluctuations due to sodium or other factors just throws them into a tailspin that is unnecessary and harmful to their weight loss endeavor - like you experience. |
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i would weigh myself 100 times a day if i could, you have to know that so many things can make that number go up and down and that for ME the way to truly measure if i am doing well is based on how i feel and how my clothes feel on me. The numbers usually catch up. i like that if it's up it's a reminder to behave and that it can come on quicky... But like Tawse i like watching it go up and down. |
I'm an every day weigher also....it helps keep me on track. I don't worry about a pound or two one way or another, but it makes me feel like I have an "early warning system" this way if I start to get too free and easy with my eating or skipping too much exercise.
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I just weigh in every morning. It works for me. I am still not at my goal weight which is prolly not realistic for middle aged. Bah.....
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I weigh about twice a week,if I weighed more than that it would drive me nuts cause the numbers arent falling fast enough.I know my body has changes as I work out and then am loseing inches from building mussels from loseing fat.
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Hi healthies :)
Well, I've taken the plunge and signed up for the pilot weight loss program at work. It's one we'll be out marketing later on, and we're piloting it with colleagues now. It includes some pretty nifty trackers, weekly (!) coach calls for the first 3 months, and is a 2 year commitment. Based on my current weight, activity level, etc. they want me to eat 1500 calories a day. :blink: I know this is a good level for me to lose at, and will nudge me off this plateau. It also means that it's time to get back on the weight loss wagon for me and stop being quite so lax with my eating patterns. Wish me luck... :rrose: |
Pre workout supplements in...
Headed to the gym in a bit. Today is leg day...... Oh how I Love/Hate leg day! |
Good for you, JustJo! Go get 'em, Cowboi! I just negotiated here with the hotel that I can leave my food and kitchen utensils here over the weekend when I fly back to Arizona and check on the furbabies. So far (just 4 days) I have been able to stay on the diet and not be tempted to go astray..... the fitness room in the hotel is not too terrible and I have bonded with some of the hotel guests who are staying here long term..... I just keep on trucking day by day and hope to lose what I need to lose...... Y'all keep on trucking! Also, since I am being medically supervised, I weigh in at home every morning and then once a month when I am checked at the clinic. :cigar2: |
I just stepped on my scale. I weigh more than I ever have in my life. I am going to start walking more than I do and quicker than I do. I already walk quite a bit, as most New Yorkers do, but I need to deliberately add more steps and make them brisker. That's a start, anyway. Also, I need to really get serious about increasing vegetables and fruits, and decreasing take-out/delivery foods. I guess writing this here feels like a commitment to be healthier. As for the weight, well: I would like it to go down, but more important to me is that I be fit.
Oh, yeah: I need to quit smoking. That's the hardest thing in the world for me. I suspect that once I get serious about moving and walking more, it will be less difficult because I'll want and need my breathing to be better!:yeahthat: |
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Once per day, sans clothing, before any food or coffee. The truth was there, right in my face. I have found that not weighing every morning contributes to denial for me. I am sure the use of past tense is noted. My medical issues are pretty much resolved now and I will be back at work today; so it is time to "get back on the horse" as the old saying goes and start weighing on a daily basis again. :) |
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what supplements do you take regularly Cowboi? Anyone else take supplements or are dedicated to certain weight loss or workout pills, shakes or foods? Anyone that does this or has in the past, what is your experience and what works, doesn't? What amount of proteins, carbs should be taken before and after a workout? Does anyone do a certain amount of grams per day and find that it is working for them? Does it depend if you will be doing cardio or lifting for the day? Most importantly if one wants to lose weight first then gain muscle what is recommended as far as supplements, foods, workouts? I know everyone is on a different level and different sizes and different things work and not everyone takes supplements or pills. I'm looking for what is a constant in one's life and seems to be working for you? Thanks! |
Carbs, carbs, carbs <--- avoid them whenever possible, eat as little as you possibly can. NO sugar, NO pasta made from processed flour, NO white breads, etc etc
It's important to have carbs in your diet, but there should be a good balance between the intake amount of protein and carbs (in other words, if you intake 10 grams of protein, you should also be ingesting about the same amount, if not a bit less of carbs.) I have found the most awesome tasting protein shake EVER: http://shapeyourweigh.typepad.com/.a...2883970b-320wi GNC puts it out and it's amazing. I usually avoid these things because I am lactose intolerant (even if I attempt to drink lactaid or anything similar) - and these have not upset me at all. It has a decent amount of fiber in it and makes you feel full. It is loaded with protein and is low carb and sugar. Because I have weird eating habits, this is usually what I have for breakfast or in between meals. Before working out in the mornings, I eat one of these: http://pics.drugstore.com/prodimg/163997/300.jpg Gives just the right amount of carbs to fuel a workout and because it is specially formulated, it won't whack out your blood sugar, which contributes to cravings. Excellent for diabetics. I also use these as night time snacks instead of eating crap snacks. |
Been holding steady at the same weight for a month now. Gotta get back on the wagon. 12 more pounds and I get to a BIG milestone, for me.
Back to juicing! As soon as I can get to the grocery store, that is. |
OK, now I gotta ask... I have seen the term "juicing" several times now.... Can someone 'splain it to me..... :glasses: |
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~Wikipedia My favorite breakfast recipe: 2 oranges (peeled) 2 carrots 1 lemon (leave peel on if you love lemon like i do) 5 strawberries 1/2 inch of ginger and throw in some spinach if ya want - doesn't change the taste fun juicing vid: |
Not for me......
I think I'll pass on the juicing..... I went to get my B12 shot this afternoon and weighed in on a whim...... I lost three pounds last week EVEN with having been on the road! Also, I asked to look at the pictures they took of me when I started the program..... I now understand why people who haven't seen me in several months seem to be so amazed. I was amazed at the changes. *grinning* Today, I am my own inspiration!! Keep on trucking y'all ......look at where you started and where you are now. Rejoice in your accomplishments...and then make tomorrow a better day than today! :cigar2: |
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Hi Healthies.. It feels like it's been forever and a day since i've been in here. Getting myself back on track.. Few things to say! 1 - i ran my first 5k on Wednesday night! i was SO proud of myself.. Wasn't an event, but a practice.. With the Running room.. Being amongst a running community was so wonderful.. Really, really beaming happy with my progress, dedication and growing knowledge.. Can't wait to do my first event now, feeling so ready! Doing a small event this coming Wednesday with a friend, again with the Running Room.. Just a 20 min event but knowing us, we'll take it further. 2 - Got weighed in on Thursday. Lost another 5 lbs and that brings me to 108 lbs lost now.. So happy to be back on track, it was certainly a very rough & bumpy ride for me for awhile.. But one thing is certain, i'm stronger than ever and very, very capable of picking my own self up, brushing myself off and trying again.. And i did that repetitively until i knew i was getting it right again...So now i weigh 207 lbs (started at 315) and went from a size 26 pants to now a size 16.. In fact, my scrub pants for work, i can fit into a size Large.. i was in a 3x & seriously can't remember the last time i was in a large. 3 - Started on my toning program very seriously.. my Boss at work will be helping me one on one, along with the circuits Candace helped me with, i should be toning my arms and tummy especially in no time.. 4 - Lastly, and this one is big.. i am feeling so 'fit'.. not just physically, but also mentally, emotionally and spiritually.. Last week, i hit a rock bottom in my recovery, and i think it was necessary honestly to get me to where i am here today, right now.. my calm, peace and gentle self is something worth all the gratitude i have within me.. i have much to work through still, but the difference in how i feel, and how i am pushing myself forward and doing the work, feels like gold right now. Been reading through everyone's progress.. i'm so proud of you all, and so, SO thankful to be journey'ing alongside each of you.. Much love to you all! |
Hi healthies :)
We had our usual 3 mile walk on the beach this morning, but switched it up with 2 short jogging sessions....I'm blaming Sylvie :cheesy: It felt surprisingly easy....but I'm feeling it this evening. Definitely need to do it again. I'm under doctor's orders of "no running", but the exception to the rule (lucky for me) is that barefoot in sand is okay. My "big news" is that I'm finally going to have to relent and buy some clothes. I can now take off all of my shorts and capris without undoing the buttons and zippers....and things are looking downright baggy. This will involve spending some time in the dressing room figuring out what size I wear these days! |
Hey everyone,
Well I figure its about time I get my butt in here, I need my friends to help to motivate me again. I went to the doctor's this morning and found that in 2-3 months I've gained back 15 lbs :blink: I went from 330 to 345; I'm not happy about it but I know what I have to do and that's not only get my ass back to the gym but also I asked my doctor if she could refer me to a dietician who specializes in helping people with diabetes. I need to start getting a grip on the food I eat and get back into working out, walking when its not work out day and also starting to eliminate sugar in my daily life. I'll be coming in here more often, leaning on my friends here and looking for inspiration from others (including Jo, JustJo and Sylvie), plus I plan on logging back into Spark People so I can use their expertise ~ all in all I am determined to lose those stupid 15 lbs I gained plus more :) |
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