Healthy Weight Loss

PinkieLee · 07-28-2011, 09:10 AM

GOOD MORNING & happy Thursday healthy folks!

Well, today was weigh in day for me. Sadly, the scale said I gained 1 pound. For a split second I got sad, but then I looked in the mirror and reassured myself that YES, I CAN DO THIS!

Of course D was encouraging and reminding me that I am doing so good & not to give up... and said, "let's take your measurements". It's only been a week, so I wasn't expecting much at all ~ especially when the scale said I gained 1 pound. We broke out the tape measure...

bust ~ -1 inch
hips ~ -1/2 inch
leg ~ 1 inch
arm ~ - 0
and waist ~ -3 inches!

HOLY SHIT! That's a total of 5 1/2 inches lost in ONE WEEK!

Sometimes the scale doesn't always reflect the changes that our bodies are making! Please don't get discouraged! If your clothes are fitting looser and your body just feels better ~ you are on the right track!

sylvie · 07-28-2011, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by PinkieLee

GOOD MORNING & happy Thursday healthy folks!

Well, today was weigh in day for me. Sadly, the scale said I gained 1 pound. For a split second I got sad, but then I looked in the mirror and reassured myself that YES, I CAN DO THIS!

Of course D was encouraging and reminding me that I am doing so good & not to give up... and said, "let's take your measurements". It's only been a week, so I wasn't expecting much at all ~ especially when the scale said I gained 1 pound. We broke out the tape measure...

bust ~ -1 inch
hips ~ -1/2 inch
leg ~ 1 inch
arm ~ - 0
and waist ~ -3 inches!

HOLY SHIT! That's a total of 5 1/2 inches lost in ONE WEEK!

Sometimes the scale doesn't always reflect the changes that our bodies are making! Please don't get discouraged! If your clothes are fitting looser and your body just feels better ~ you are on the right track!

WOW on the inches lost my friend, that's sooooo wonderful.. so proud of you! and good on you for not getting down about weight lost, i have weeks like that too, where i dont lose anything... i am marking a measuring tape down on my list of things to get next week when i go shopping, because i should be measuring inches lost too, it would soo serve as motivation too..

i was saying to Mtn last night that feeling my clothes loose on me, feels SO good, and a girl mentioned at work last night that my scrub shirt looked so much more looser on me.. i got so excited, just hearing those words..

Thank you for this tip my dear, and we ARE on the right track! (((hugggz)))

Inked_Trinity · 07-28-2011, 09:37 AM

I personally don't measure my success by the scale. I stopped getting on it about 2 months ago. I know that given my workout, I may gain weight, exchanging fat for muscle. I measure my success by the the way I look and feel. No longer walking through a crowd with my head down, walking proudly, head up, smiling! Putting on a pair of Levis that I haven't worn in 2 months to find I can't wear them because they fall down! Hitting the last notch on my belt and having to go shopping before I leave on vacation for a new one. NOW THAT'S SUCCESS!

Softly · 07-28-2011, 09:48 AM

25.2 pounds lost as of this morning. Started april 11th.
Not too shabby! Gym last night was brutal but sweating always feels powerful

Rockinonahigh · 07-28-2011, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Inked_Trinity

I personally don't measure my success by the scale. I stopped getting on it about 2 months ago. I know that given my workout, I may gain weight, exchanging fat for muscle. I measure my success by the the way I look and feel. No longer walking through a crowd with my head down, walking proudly, head up, smiling! Putting on a pair of Levis that I haven't worn in 2 months to find I can't wear them because they fall down! Hitting the last notch on my belt and having to go shopping before I leave on vacation for a new one. NOW THAT'S SUCCESS!

I do get whewre you are comeing from,my work outs have a good bit of cardio but a lot of weights,not as heavy as I want but as much as I can move cause of a back problem.at the gym yeaterday I weighed and its 254 but I have lost inches wich is ok by me.The trainer wants to cut my food in take more but I told her any less than what in eating now will cause me probs with me being a baby diabetic.I am suposwed to eat anywhere uo to 130 carbs a day but usely do about half except when I need more for whatever reason.

Inked_Trinity · 07-28-2011, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Rockinonahigh

I do get whewre you are comeing from,my work outs have a good bit of cardio but a lot of weights,not as heavy as I want but as much as I can move cause of a back problem.at the gym yeaterday I weighed and its 254 but I have lost inches wich is ok by me.The trainer wants to cut my food in take more but I told her any less than what in eating now will cause me probs with me being a baby diabetic.I am suposwed to eat anywhere uo to 130 carbs a day but usely do about half except when I need more for whatever reason.

I tend to eat a ton of protein and very few carbs. For a snack I eat almonds, cheese and fruit. I also use the whey protein shakes. It works very well for me. Might be worth checking out.

foxyshaman · 07-28-2011, 03:29 PM

Drat, no change in weight this week. BUT I did go to the gym everyday. I can feel my sore tight abs. And I am off to Yoga two more times this week. No dance on Monday, its a holiday here. I will miss my Zumba.

I guess what I should not have done was wait until after my patients left to have supper... I should probably try to eat between the time I get home from the gym and the time they arrive.

And I think drinking sweet yummy wine (alot) this week has had its toll on my weight. Stupid wine points. Why can't it be free like bananas are now?

I want to start a campaign to treat wine fairly and equally and to stop the discrimination against the beauty of its full figured grapeyness.

I WILL NOT BE DETERRED

... from counting all my points.

Wine you will have to go back to being my occassional friend. I still love you, even if I let your bottle get dusty. Not touched, but not forgotten either.

Rockinonahigh · 07-28-2011, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Inked_Trinity

I tend to eat a ton of protein and very few carbs. For a snack I eat almonds, cheese and fruit. I also use the whey protein shakes. It works very well for me. Might be worth checking out.

Me to,I eat plenty of protein,my fix is chedar cheese and rye crisp or pork skins with peanut butter.I dont hardly eat fruit anymore cause of the fruit cose/carbs.I keep seasoned chicken strips I grill in a covered bowl so if I want to eat I can munch on them or hard boiled eggis..then there is celery and pemento cheese to crunch on.

jelli · 07-29-2011, 02:17 AM

http://www.fatgrrlrides.blogspot.com/

Zimmeh · 07-28-2011, 09:58 AM

Congrats!!! My human nutrition told us not to believe the scale since our bodies change on a daily basis.

Keep it up!!

Zimmy

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Originally Posted by PinkieLee

GOOD MORNING & happy Thursday healthy folks!

Well, today was weigh in day for me. Sadly, the scale said I gained 1 pound. For a split second I got sad, but then I looked in the mirror and reassured myself that YES, I CAN DO THIS!

Of course D was encouraging and reminding me that I am doing so good & not to give up... and said, "let's take your measurements". It's only been a week, so I wasn't expecting much at all ~ especially when the scale said I gained 1 pound. We broke out the tape measure...

bust ~ -1 inch
hips ~ -1/2 inch
leg ~ 1 inch
arm ~ - 0
and waist ~ -3 inches!

HOLY SHIT! That's a total of 5 1/2 inches lost in ONE WEEK!

Sometimes the scale doesn't always reflect the changes that our bodies are making! Please don't get discouraged! If your clothes are fitting looser and your body just feels better ~ you are on the right track!

little_ms_sunshyne · 07-28-2011, 10:39 AM

"Happiness is different from pleasure. Happiness has something to do with struggling, enduring, and accomplishing." (G. Sheehan)

Hello Everyone!

Back in San Antonio and have been sneaking on and off but catching up on this weeks progress.

First off....AMAZING! Sounds like everyone is doing a fantastic job!

PinkieLee~ Shedding off those inches is amazing for sure! I am so glad you started taking your measurements! I feel like this is adding a whole bunch of motivation after feeling a little down last week! Way to go pretty lady!

Softly~ Not too Shabby at all!!! That is great progress! Great job maintaining the weight lost and continuing the shedding

Medusa~ Air High Five to you! lol New bracket is fan-stinkin-tastic! I am so glad you are seeing the results to your hard work Orale! Keep it going! You've got this!

Sachita~ 5lbs is such a great way to end this week!!!! Way to go for sure!!! I think I read last week that you may have gained some weight, but this set you right back on track! Great job!

If I missed anyone sorry! This page was just filled with amazing results! Thank you for sharing and getting me super motivated to continue! I havent checked the scale yet. Will weigh in tomorrow! Wish me luck!

Zimmeh · 07-28-2011, 10:43 AM

Good Luck!

Zimmy

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Originally Posted by little_ms_sunshyne

"Happiness is different from pleasure. Happiness has something to do with struggling, enduring, and accomplishing." (G. Sheehan)

Hello Everyone!

Back in San Antonio and have been sneaking on and off but catching up on this weeks progress.

First off....AMAZING! Sounds like everyone is doing a fantastic job!

PinkieLee~ Shedding off those inches is amazing for sure! I am so glad you started taking your measurements! I feel like this is adding a whole bunch of motivation after feeling a little down last week! Way to go pretty lady!

Softly~ Not too Shabby at all!!! That is great progress! Great job maintaining the weight lost and continuing the shedding

Medusa~ Air High Five to you! lol New bracket is fan-stinkin-tastic! I am so glad you are seeing the results to your hard work Orale! Keep it going! You've got this!

Sachita~ 5lbs is such a great way to end this week!!!! Way to go for sure!!! I think I read last week that you may have gained some weight, but this set you right back on track! Great job!

If I missed anyone sorry! This page was just filled with amazing results! Thank you for sharing and getting me super motivated to continue! I havent checked the scale yet. Will weigh in tomorrow! Wish me luck!

little_ms_sunshyne · 07-28-2011, 10:48 AM

When I start to lose motivation, sometimes I just watch this...gets me every time...

foxyshaman · 07-28-2011, 10:50 AM

<scratches head> why didn't I think of measuring.

Well I know what I am going to do tonite...

My waist is much smaller. I also noticed on the weekend my Ganesha Tattoo is smaller. I have it on my upper arm and I was looking at it and was all like oh my goddess you got smaller.... I hope he does not mind that I am reducing his belly...

07-28-2011, 09:37 AM	#3
Inked_Trinity Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Butch Preferred Pronoun?: BadAss! / Sarcastic Bastard! Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Earth Posts: 2,352 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,507 Thanked 6,927 Times in 1,819 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	I personally don't measure my success by the scale. I stopped getting on it about 2 months ago. I know that given my workout, I may gain weight, exchanging fat for muscle. I measure my success by the the way I look and feel. No longer walking through a crowd with my head down, walking proudly, head up, smiling! Putting on a pair of Levis that I haven't worn in 2 months to find I can't wear them because they fall down! Hitting the last notch on my belt and having to go shopping before I leave on vacation for a new one. NOW THAT'S SUCCESS! __________________ Tell me I can't do it.. then stand back and watch me amaze you.

07-28-2011, 03:29 PM	#7
foxyshaman Member How Do You Identify?: spiritually minded dirt dog Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: canada Posts: 898 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,957 Thanked 2,592 Times in 663 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	Drat, no change in weight this week. BUT I did go to the gym everyday. I can feel my sore tight abs. And I am off to Yoga two more times this week. No dance on Monday, its a holiday here. I will miss my Zumba. I guess what I should not have done was wait until after my patients left to have supper... I should probably try to eat between the time I get home from the gym and the time they arrive. And I think drinking sweet yummy wine (alot) this week has had its toll on my weight. Stupid wine points. Why can't it be free like bananas are now? I want to start a campaign to treat wine fairly and equally and to stop the discrimination against the beauty of its full figured grapeyness. I WILL NOT BE DETERRED ... from counting all my points. Wine you will have to go back to being my occassional friend. I still love you, even if I let your bottle get dusty. Not touched, but not forgotten either. <lamenting off now> __________________ Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Muriel Strode

07-29-2011, 02:17 AM	#9
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07-28-2011, 10:50 AM	#14
foxyshaman Member How Do You Identify?: spiritually minded dirt dog Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: canada Posts: 898 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,957 Thanked 2,592 Times in 663 Posts Rep Power: 21474852	<scratches head> why didn't I think of measuring. Well I know what I am going to do tonite... My waist is much smaller. I also noticed on the weekend my Ganesha Tattoo is smaller. I have it on my upper arm and I was looking at it and was all like oh my goddess you got smaller.... I hope he does not mind that I am reducing his belly... __________________ Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Muriel Strode

07-28-2011, 09:10 AM	#1
PinkieLee Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Relationship Status: I need ya boo, gotta see ya boo Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Big Money Texas Posts: 4,708 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 24,309 Thanked 13,075 Times in 3,049 Posts Rep Power: 21474856	GOOD MORNING & happy Thursday healthy folks! Well, today was weigh in day for me. Sadly, the scale said I gained 1 pound. For a split second I got sad, but then I looked in the mirror and reassured myself that YES, I CAN DO THIS! Of course D was encouraging and reminding me that I am doing so good & not to give up... and said, "let's take your measurements". It's only been a week, so I wasn't expecting much at all ~ especially when the scale said I gained 1 pound. We broke out the tape measure... bust ~ -1 inch hips ~ -1/2 inch leg ~ 1 inch arm ~ - 0 and waist ~ -3 inches! HOLY SHIT! That's a total of 5 1/2 inches lost in ONE WEEK! Sometimes the scale doesn't always reflect the changes that our bodies are making! Please don't get discouraged! If your clothes are fitting looser and your body just feels better ~ you are on the right track!

07-28-2011, 09:48 AM	#4
Softly Member How Do You Identify?: femme Relationship Status: Married Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Seattle Posts: 655 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 465 Thanked 701 Times in 253 Posts Rep Power: 3646036	25.2 pounds lost as of this morning. Started april 11th. Not too shabby! Gym last night was brutal but sweating always feels powerful

07-28-2011, 10:39 AM	#11
little_ms_sunshyne Senior Member How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: . Posts: 3,312 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,339 Thanked 12,241 Times in 2,541 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	*"Happiness is different from pleasure. Happiness has something to do with struggling, enduring, and accomplishing." (G. Sheehan)* Hello Everyone! Back in San Antonio and have been sneaking on and off but catching up on this weeks progress. First off....AMAZING! Sounds like everyone is doing a fantastic job! PinkieLee~ Shedding off those inches is amazing for sure! I am so glad you started taking your measurements! I feel like this is adding a whole bunch of motivation after feeling a little down last week! Way to go pretty lady! Softly~ Not too Shabby at all!!! That is great progress! Great job maintaining the weight lost and continuing the shedding Medusa~ Air High Five to you! lol New bracket is fan-stinkin-tastic! I am so glad you are seeing the results to your hard work Orale! Keep it going! You've got this! Sachita~ 5lbs is such a great way to end this week!!!! Way to go for sure!!! I think I read last week that you may have gained some weight, but this set you right back on track! Great job! If I missed anyone sorry! This page was just filled with amazing results! Thank you for sharing and getting me super motivated to continue! I havent checked the scale yet. Will weigh in tomorrow! Wish me luck!

07-28-2011, 10:48 AM	#13
little_ms_sunshyne Senior Member How Do You Identify?: . Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: . Posts: 3,312 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 13,339 Thanked 12,241 Times in 2,541 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	*When I start to lose motivation, sometimes I just watch this...gets me every time...*