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Hi ya'll,thought I would pop in to see what was up.Looks like im not the only one that injoyed easter,my deal was carbs to a point,some was sugar.I can tell u how yucky I felt Monday and Tuesday..It was so bad I was just jittry and sick at the same time,I hated the feeling big time.Now im back on the pre diabetic foods but am wondering if there is something I can do to hurr the weight loss along.I will admit to not working out much lately,one part was I am still kind of outta wack from the flue I had a fue weeks ago,then I am on my feet running all over the kitchen at work then setting up and take down of two meals plus all the sanitation cleaning I do on a daily basics that had anything to do with the diatary department.I am tired when I get home folks,myknees hurt and so dose my darm flaky back,funny thing is im fine when I get in the car and when I get home..its just after I sit and rest that everything near locks up then I cant hardly move..I take a nap and it helps but I still am not motivated to workout.Im on meds for pain and athritis but darn I still hurt.I have lost from 285 down to 257 in the last year..I should have lost way more as active as I am.Gemme is right a bout muscel being compact on the body cause my body has changed and have more muscel and strength...my pant are really loose but I wear the same sise but diffrent cut...gone from a big boi sise to a regular cut.Need to get back to the work outs...motivation is what I need...
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Good Morning Rocking,
I have the same issue with my back and I have found that when it flares up, I take an Aleve and that helps. Certain pain meds and antibiotics will cause you to retain water weight. Bioxan is a steriod based antibiotic and when the doctor put me on it for pneumonia, I gained fifteen pounds. I hope you get to feeling better! Zimmy Quote:
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Hi Zimmy
I took azithromycin 250mg for ten days with the flu plus im on meloxicam 7.5 mg for arthritis and am on tramadole 50 mg. im also takeing a fue things for my asthma that if I didnt take I would be in a mess.Takeing meds suck,all of what I take will make me dizzy or sleepy or something else who knows.I all but have given up on the doc ever doing anything for my back..looks like all they want to do is medicate me and just tell me to lose more weight but keep giveing me stuff that wont do anything bu add to the prob..catch 22 damed if u dont and damed if u dont. |
Hey all,
Since you are the folks I check in with on accountability, I thought I would share a little milestone with you. Since I started my weight loss project last October I have, as of today, officially crossed the 100lb line. I wish I could say I was all done with this phase, but I still have a way to go. At least it is a sizable chunk on in the right direction. Thanks for all of your support and encouragement, it really helps. :balloon: |
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Wow Kelt, that is fantastic! Celebrate your success....because that's a heck of an achievement. What a difference you've made to your health! I was just reading an article today about the changing rate of folks, by age, who have "ever been diagnosed" with high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. The rates drop sharply after age 70....not because people get better, but "as a reflection of mortality." In other words, people with those chronic conditions die....leaving those without them to get older. They did the same with obesity...not as an "ever been obese" but based on current weight....again, far fewer obese folks over age 70...because they either died, or lost weight. Scary stuff. |
Officially on my way....
Just wanted to post here. I'm on my way this Sunday to an inpatient residential treatment facility in the midWest for my compulsive overeating. It will be a two to three month stay. I feel both excited and scared to death at the same time.
I did a lot of online research and the place thank goodness is 12 step centered, Christian (my faith), and (most importantly) lesbian friendly. Took me quite awhile to find somewhere like this.... they have everything from individual therapy to family therapy to group therapy, to exercise fitness programs, workshops etc. If any of you have been watching "Addicted to Food" on the A&E Network and seen the Shades of Hope treatment center featured on the broadcast, where I am going is rather similar to that place. I'm about to deal with a lot of skeletons in the closet.... from family of origin issues with my dad to issues with my partner who is also an overeater.... plus I've never paid much attention to my physical self in terms of an overall exercise plan. I've also to this point binged on carbs, sugar, snacks and the like. Have struggled with relapse for the last 13-14 years in a 12 step program for overeaters. Wish me luck! Will post once I get back. It's no fun being over 300 lbs and not being able to walk comfortably, among many other things. DressyFemme |
Giving you a big hug DressyFemme :gimmehug: This is a big step, and I'm sure it was a tough decision to make. It's fantastic that you're taking care of yourself...no matter how scary. :rrose:
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Well I've been away from this thread for awhile....sigh.
I had a couple of business trips to AZ for my Lean 6 Sigma training, which was great....but they fed us amazing, wonderful food entirely too much of the time...and I managed to gain back the 5 or 6 pounds I had lost plus a few more. Ugh. So...now it's time to pick myself up, dust myself off, get back to tracking everything I eat on FitDay and get some more exercise. Scoote wants to lose some weight too (which would probably also take some of the stress off of her injured back)....so I bit the bullet and ordered a Mobia. It's a 3-in-1 (combination elliptical, stepper, treadmill thingy that makes you work on an incline). I've been tempted before by the Treadclimber....and the Mobia is made by the same company, has the same motor, and is half the cost (go figure). Plus, right now they have a $500 off and free shipping offer on their website....and 18 months zero interest as well. So....done, done and done....and it's on the way. We're going to set it up in the bedroom (where it will be all matchy with our white wicker furniture :) )....and the goal will be to each walk/step our way through a TV program at least 3 times a week (although I'm going to try for every day....I'm one of those people that, once I stop, it's hard to start again.) Wish us luck! :rrose: |
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Good luck to you and Scoote!! I just started my 4th week on Weight Watchers Online. I weigh in on Mondays, and this past Monday showed another loss for a total of 8.8 pounds. My goal when I started was to lose 24 pounds. In addition to keeping track of my points for food, I do 10-15 minutes of stretching and 30 minutes on the stationary bike everyday. Most days I also do 20 minutes of basic yoga. I lift weights every other day. With the way it is going now, I feel very hopeful that I can reach my goal. :) Who else is doing WW? |
Congrats Thinker! :rrose:
I've been tempted to try WW....I know it works. Last year I had been counting my points with a chart I found online. Not as slick as WW Online, but still effective. The grrrr part for me is that I always resist the restrictions....I really should be following my diabetic diet strictly (better for my diabetes, and I lose weight too)....it's just no fun. Sigh.... Can't wait for the Mobia to arrive. I know that weight loss is really a mathematical equation...calories in minus calories out. At least with that I can get working on the calories out side. :) |
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Hello everyone,
I'm also in the process of loosing the weight. I used to be a size 4-6, doctor put me on birth control and my weight shot up like crazy. Now that the meds have ceased I've dropped from a size 16-18 to a size 10 within 2 months. Apparently running has helped alot and I've cut back on alot of sugar. Hopefully it goes away. I'd love to be a size 6 again. |
arrrrghhh!
Okay, so the Mobia arrived. It's assembled in our bedroom, so we can exercise in the air conditioning and be distracted by the TV. It looks cute and harmless...
http://www.runreviews.com/wp-content...lius-mobia.jpg ...but this thing is kicking my butt. The ads say "just 30 minutes 3 times a week"...which sounds pretty simple. However, on the first day I managed 5 minutes before I was huffing and puffing and sweating and feeling like I was going to die. At the risk of sounding horribly out of shape, I can normally walk for hours. I go to Disney with the family and walk all freaking day. I'm up to 9 or 10 minutes now, but holy cow.... |
i've made some really big, and hard changes in my life, and am doing the hard work right now and it's difficult, but i'm celebrating some small successes.. This is why i haven't been around for a bit, though around just not "around", being active here, i guess are the right words. i've sought out help with my eating disorder - i'm a binger...(was once binge AND purge) but for the passed 6-7 years it's been binge only... i keep falling off course with my wanting to lose weight and be healthy, because i go back to binging and i needed to get to the point where i recognized i have a real problem here and it's not only making me unhappy, but hurting my health. what causes me to binge? stress, sadness, happiness, anger, exhaustion... in other words, many things, but sadly i pushed a lot of people out of my life both friends and family, due to the binging.. food has become my peace in life, and so i've finally taken some steps to work through this eating disorder of mine and making some changes.. 1/ OA - difficult beyond belief, i've mixed feelings about this. 2/ counselling - i have 2 more sessions and then i start counselling at another level.. 3/ Crisis and Coping Skills course - for panic, anxiety and relaxation & stress 4/ frequent visits with a dietician who is helping me reshape my entire food plan, way of thinking, portion control, etc. 5/ frequent online OA meetings 6/ blogging, lots of blogging... 7/ Abstinence from lots of foods and drinks i love - is my greatest challenge right now. i have never in my life taken such steps nor wanted to, admitting i had a real problem was the biggest step i've taken until recently, and putting all of this in the works has been extremely overwhelming and emotional for me.. i 'am' proud of myself, and hope now i can really work at taking the steps i need to be a healthier, happier and thinner me! i'm extremely lucky for Mtn in my life, He's been the most amazing support & encouragement, and literally holds me together in my weakest moments.. i have just started to tell my family who have had no idea all of these years and am finding some support through them as well.. ----- so my goal with all of this is to keep at my healthy eating plan, use all the wonderful tools i have in place, couple all of that with some exercise each day and really be successful at doing this! Admitting all of this, is one of the hardest things i've had to do in these passed couple of weeks, and doing this helps me be held accountable to keep doing my work ... |
Today i've been working on a little project! gathering all my tools i've learned over the last couple of weeks and writing them down, getting all my information together, and really working out a plan of action for me.. (eating plan, rules to follow for a healthier me, exercise plans, "me" time, all of it..) when it's all in writing it's all making sense and now to put it all in motion altogether, rather than trying this one day and that another day.. i'm feeling very good about this.. and feeling hopeful, that i'm on the right track which feels great! i've learned a lot in 2 weeks! overwhelming, indeed.. i just want to say a huge thank you for the reps i received, i really really mean it.. some were so touching, encouraging and could relate.. and it makes me feel really good about putting it 'out there' for all to see.. ((hugggz)) |
Congratulations on all of your successes. I to, had to learn how to let negative friends go and learn how to live my life for me.
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thank you Zimmy bunches! As hard as it all is, it's the positive outcomes that have me smiling! it feels great =) |
i soooo struggle with motivation for exercise..
i get out and walk when i need to go places, but i need motivation to get up and moving every day, more than just walking to work and back.. i have tons of things i could do, i have a gym membership, i have an elliptical here at home, ive DVD's, i have a stepper and other small exercise tools, weights, i have a bike i could ride the trails at the lake here near home - the list goes on and on... what things get you all motivated to just do it!? i know once i get at it, i feel great about doing so.. i need to be consistent though, thats where my motivation lacks! |
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I enjoy power walking and what motivates me to do it, is the fact that I can forget the world exists an hour a day!
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For example, I could go buy a dress that I really wanted if I worked out for x number of days continually or on schedule. Or I could allow myself a half an hour of personal, just for me time after each workout of a half hour or more. Or for every day you work out, put x amount of money aside for a future pleasure. It's nice to say that the workout is motivation enough, but sometimes it's not. Sometimes you need that extra push to get you there and through it, even though you know it is good for you. I do agree that doing something you enjoy for the workout is important, otherwise you'll come to resent the workout and that's not the path to follow. |
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I love this idea. I'm not a person who enjoys excercise...unless flopping around in the pool in slow motion is exercise. I like walking on the beach, but we don't get to do that as often as we like due to work schedules....at least not often enough to qualify as regular exercise. We got the Mobia, and I just need to get my rear up on it and walk every day. It (clearly) will work....it just isn't fun. I can distract myself with TV and it's in the air-conditioned house - which helps a great deal. But that's like removing some of the pain...not a reward. I think I need to set up a reward system for myself. Maybe I'll print up a calendar and check off every day I get on the Mobia....and give myself a new book on the Kindle for every x number of days or something. Details to be arranged. :) |
Do I think it's healthy to obsess about calories?
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WW is still working for me. I admit that I'm getting a wee bit bored with it, but that's only because it is way more fun to eat whatever it is I want when the mood strikes. But... That's life; I would be happy in that moment and kinda miserable the rest of the time.
Anyway... Back to the positive. After 7 weeks I've lost a total of 12 pounds; that's half of my goal. Good stuff... |
I like WW, I like having a witness. Between that and CBT I am making real changes that are lasting real time. I have lost 25 lbs, and inches off everywhere. I am fitting back into my 'older' clothes. This time I am throwing out the clothes I shrink out of. I really feel like I got it this time. The CBT has really worked for me.
I also have worked the gym into my routine. It is a six block walk from the office, classes start at 5, I am off at 4:45. It works perfectly. I try to go Mon - Thurs every week, but lets face it that is not always possible. I do go a min of twice a week. I love my Zumba classes, love to dance & my weight lifting class. I am not looking for muscles... like I need more bulk <geesh>. And I *try* to get out to walk every weekend, but again that is just not always top on my list of things to do. And there is a GREAT gay yoga class on Sundays and if I have no patients I go to that one. And he does make me sweat. Each day is a new day. Every week is a new week. I don't expect miracle weight loss. It took me years to get this way, its not going to go away in a jiffy. I feel great. My goals are in 5 lb increments. The end goal is going to get there when I get there... in the mean time I have lots of mini goals to accomplish. |
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I did want to throw this out there, if someone was considering weight training and was also concerned about bulking up. The female body just does not bulk up like a guy's will. It takes twice the time and dedication for a female body builder as it does for a male body builder. What it will do is speed up one's metabolism a bit and make the muscles you do have more dense and defined. There will be toning and sculpting but nothing bulging or super prominent unless that is the goal, even with folks (like me!) who are made up of more dense fibers and do tend to bulk up easily. As a pear shaped person, it's a bit of a requirement for me in order to work to balance out the bottom and top halves. Good for you, foxy! |
I have found counting calories and portion control helps me to maintain my weight.
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I found a way to get the weight to go away but it takes some time for it to work,for me it ws 2 weeks.Since the doc said I was as colse to being diabetic as I can be I had best watch it by cuting carbs,I thought I was doing a good job cause I was loseing weight with the exersiseing I was doin but when I took my ac1test it was a 6.6...yeah right.So I told the doc I wanted a meeter to track how my body uses carbs or am I cuting enough carbs out to do any good with out doing harm..I mean the bod dose need some carbs,Useing the meeter by testing three times a week both day and night I have found the carb leval that works to keep my suagr levals anywhere from 85 wich is right on to 104( I fudged that day and ate something I shouldnt have) mostly I stay about 90to 101.I had to change a lot of my fav friuts to only the ones that are as low as possable in carbs to only haveing bread once or twice a week,no cereal ect,ect.Anyway its working just fine,I also joined a wellness center and am going as many days as I can, usely four days.I am loseing a bout two pounds a week last weigh in was down to 264 from the last weigh in a t 266.What I have found that really burns calories for me is the rowing machine,I can go into zen mode and row my little hearts content,I use the other stuff to keep body balance but I dig the rower.
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Good morning everyone... I hope your Thursday morning is off to a happy & healthy start!
Like others here, I joined WW 3 weeks ago. I've had multiple friends that had major success with the program and honestly, they motivated to join. As of today, I've lost a total of 8 pounds. I haven't been exercising, just following the points program. I know, it doesn't seem like a lot in my head, but then I pick up a couple of sacks of potatoes and remind myself "this is what you aren't carrying around anymore". It helps me keep it in perspective that yes it might seem like a small amount, but feeling it tells me that I'm going in the right direction. Last night, D and I went walking at a park by our house that has a 1.25 mile track. It was 7 pm and still 102 degree (gotta love Texas). Luckily, the track is partially shaded and there was a nice breeze. Anyway, we were 1/2 way through the first lap, and my honey said, "let's jog from the next tree to the park bench". I looked at her like she had lost her mind... ME RUN?! I can't tell you the last time I actually did anything past a walk. I didn't even think that I knew HOW to jog. I know that sounds silly, but after I did it I smiled. We continued walking and doing the random jog sprints for a total of 2 miles! HOLY CRAP is all I can say! D said, "I've never seen anyone smile when they jog". To me, it was the journey of a thousand miles, that began with that one step! Anyway, I wanted to say congratuations to everyone for taking those daily steps for a healthier life!! |
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It's crazy, one of my close friends started WW six months ago, did the walking/jogging combination and now she's lost about 40 pounds. What's amazing to me, is that she is now running at least 8 miles a day and running freakin' marathons! WOW is all I can say! |
Hi everyone,
Well its summertime, and I've decided to kick-start My weight loss now even though I will be indoors most of the summer watching My sister. I don't mind it, but I also need to work on getting some of this weight off. I know that I will be supported greatly here, and just want to look for ideas to help Me in getting started but also to have that support that I may not always have here. I do have My parents and a couple of friends to support Me, however I think being among friends here too is going to benefit Me in the long run. I put on My facebook status the other day that I was thinking of joining Weight Watchers, what do you all think of that? Should I just stick to trying exercise and eating right or would that be a good idea too? Does anyone have experience or know someone who has been to WW and if so, what was your overall opinion of it? Right now this is just a thought in My head but I'm just looking for feedback whatever it may be. I plan on using the summer to read over this thread, write down idea of things to try plus I'm also thinking of buying a bike this summer and getting a gym membership. I have a doctor's appointment next week and plan on getting weighed but three months ago I was 374 ~ thats the highest I've ever been. I look forward to having this thread, and My Planet family, there to help Me to finally begin getting healthy :-) |
Hi Matthew
First, CONGRATULATIONS for taking that first step to living a healthier life! WW is a great program... for me, it keeps me accountable for what I eat and how much physical activity I do. I would first suggest keeping a food journal and writing down every single thing that you eat. Sometimes, as we go about our day, we don't even realize how much & when we eat (out of boredom, stress). Once I started keeping track of it all, I was more aware of when/what I ate and was able to control eating habits. Another thing that I've always had a problem with is protion control. Go to any restaurant... the plates are the size of platters now and can easily be split between 2 people, or saved for 2 meals! At home, we've switched to eating meals on salad plates. It tricks my mind thinking that I've got a full plate! Another thing... drink TONS of water!! I can't stress this enough! You mentioned about exercising over the summer. Even indoors, you can exercise. There are millions of workout videos or tv exercise programs on every single day. If that's not your thing, just grab your sister and take a walk around the block. It's good for both of you... and let's you enjoy some quality time with her :) GOOD LUCK my friend! |
I really like WW. I like it because it is a witness on my journey. I have good weeks and not so good weeks. I joined last year for the first time and did not fall off the wagon...nope I lept off the wagon.
This year is different because I started at the same time with a therapist and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to find out WHY I overate, or ate my emotions. I never realized that I was an emotional eater until January. In hindsight I can't imagine why I never saw it before <shoulder shrug> but I did not. I like the points system of WW. I love that fruits and veges are zero points that makes it simpler. I am a vegetarian and I have cut out dairy, which was hard but has really helped me physically. I tried eating Raw, but the most I could do and sustain for any amount was 70% raw and the rest cooked or processed. I do think combining my process with exercise is key to me. I feel good. I have only had three overeating episodes since January and that is pretty darn good. Good luck Matthew!! And PinkieLee...jogging... girl that is my "in the future I will" idea!! That is inspiring. 8 lbs is fantastic! Keep it up. |
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Pinkie's suggestion about water is so perfect! You will be amazed at how much better you feel once you start doing it. I highly recommend head-to-toe stretching......at least 10 minutes.....every morning and every evening. Do every stretch you can think of for every part of your body and hold each stretch for about 4 deep inhale/exhale breaths. I like doing that instead of counting because sometimes I find myself holding my breath while I stretch. Concentrate on the breathing as well as getting a good stretch on the muscles. Good luck, brother! |
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look at you all!! *smiling big* congratz!! it always tickles me pink to see people making lifestyle choices for better health, because it not only motivates me to keep at it, but reminds me of when i first decided i needed to do something.. it's still a struggle of mine, but i'm really on the right track finally.. one thing that helps me, is like Tonya said, to record everything you eat in the run of a day.. i'm much like she said, eating things i didn't even realize i eat and makes a big difference in the calorie intake.. Water, is the biggest thing for me as well.. i cut off my sodapop some months ago, as well as any sugary juices and drinks, and i drink lots and lots of water.. That alone makes such a huge difference in my energy level each day - i can't believe how much the sugar weighed me down.. Not to mention it just makes me feel healthier overall.. Something i could suggest is to make a list, of rules you want to follow each day, or a chart to follow each day and mark off as you do things.. i have mine hanging right next to my pc on my wall, so every little thing i accomplish each day, i mark it off.. i have set a weekly goal, and a monthly goal, to reward myself if i am successful in following my rules and doing everything like exercise, drinking water, eating breakfast, etc etc.. Oh and speaking of breakfast, make sure you eat a good breakfast each day, thats something i rarely did but now, i do and it makes a big difference as well.. Lots of fruits and veggies too!! Good luck to those of you who started your healthy journeys too and keep coming back - cuz if we all motivate and encourage one another, it will be a huge help for us all.. and Tonya, super big congrats on the 8 lbs, thats wonderful!! so proud of you xoxoxo! |
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