Healthy Weight Loss

Thinker · 08-12-2011, 07:45 AM

Well, shoot... I see a little gain this week of 0.6. I don't know if it is because I ate late last night or if it's the weightlifting. My belly measurement is down again for a total of 4.25 inches though; that's good stuff.

Scorp · 08-12-2011, 07:52 AM

I'm tempted to hop on the scale today instead of tomorrow, which is my usual weigh-in day...

I know I'm retaining water so I better get that through my head from now and not beat myself up...

One can hope though...Stranger things have happened! Crossing my fingers it won't be as bad as I think....

PinkieLee · 08-12-2011, 08:07 AM

GOOD MORNING and Happy Friday y'all

Thinker, that small weight gain is not bad at all. Sometimes when we work out, our body weight flucuates...you'll probably lose that .6 plus some next week! You have done amazing, and I'm so proud of your success!

SCORPY... don't drive yourself too crazy about the stupid water retention. Go ahead and weigh to see where you are at. Just be sure to keep chugging water, and next week FOR SURE you'll have a loss! You are doing sooo good Jackie, keep it up!!!

nycfem · 08-12-2011, 08:22 AM

Last night I dreamed that I had a job interview that didn't go well, and I got in line at Dunkin Donuts to buy donuts afterwards. Just as I was about to have made it to the front of the line, I summoned all my willpower and scrambled out of the line, ran out the door, and went and bought an unsweetened passion iced tea at Starbucks instead. I didn't know who else to tell this dream to but you all

*Anya* · 08-12-2011, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by nycfembbw

Last night I dreamed that I had a job interview that didn't go well, and I got in line at Dunkin Donuts to buy donuts afterwards. Just as I was about to have made it to the front of the line, I summoned all my willpower and scrambled out of the line, ran out the door, and went and bought an unsweetened passion iced tea at Starbucks instead. I didn't know who else to tell this dream to but you all

Femme sister! What an absolutely awesome dream! Down to your subconscious- you are doing this! I love this! Thanks for sharing your dream.

Hugs

Medusa · 08-12-2011, 09:22 AM

WEE!

My pants are loose! Even with a 2lb gain last week (and I peeked already and have lost it this week!) I am actually starting to see the weight loss.
When I hit that 40-lb gone forever mark, I might have to celebrate with a massage! WOOT!

Also, I did any of you see the "Secret Trois" group that had such Youtube popularity over the last year or two? This group is just 3 women (self described "big girls") who get together and do dances and put them up on Youtube.
This one was the one that got them popular:

But THIS one is my favorite:

I'm sorry but the girl in white can work her ass! I LOVE watching these three!

Well, apparently "Beautiful" started a weight loss blog a while back and has been doing Weight Watchers and has lost over 100 pounds! She is not only an amazing dancer but very motivational.

One thing she talked about on her blog is how people would get all excited to see her lose weight but would kinda wrinkle their nose when she told them it took her a year or two. She said she used to have the same reaction when encountering blogs that were not a "lose 100 pounds in 3 months" kind of thing and would click the "back" button.

I think it is so awesome that she not only acknowledges the fact that true and permanent weight loss takes a long time but also encourages other people in such a positive way.

Here is her blog:
http://www.madamethejourneyblog.com/

PinkieLee · 08-12-2011, 10:15 AM

Medusa... YOU GO GIRL! Enjoy those loose fitting clothes honey, and when you do hit that close approaching 40 pound forever lost mark, you DESERVE the massage!

THANK YOU for posting the videos (which I've probably watched a dozen times in the past) and for the blog. It's crazy that most people don't understand that weight loss takes time! Losing 100 pounds in 3 months is not healthy... and really scares the crap out of me. I know any time that I've lost mass amount of weight (65+ pounds in 4 months), I always gained it back, plus another 15 pounds, because I NEVER changed anything about how I relate to food. The binges would begin again and on the downward spiral I would go.

A friend of mine recently had lap band surgery about 5 months ago. She's already lost 75 pounds. I've been on WW for 10 weeks, and have lost 19. It's nuts how people are so eager to congratulate her on the weight loss, but don't even seem to acknowledge how much work I've done to lose weight ON MY OWN. At a recent party, she actually said to me, "Tonya, you should really have the surgery, you'll lose the weight so much quicker." Ugh... what the fuck ever!

I sat quietly and watched her make a plate of food, eat a few bites here and there, and complain about not feeling well because her band was too tight. She was still eating the same crap as before... just in smaller portions. I was able to look at the food choices, and pick healthier options and actually eat a normal size portion of food... not feeling deprived.

I know that for some folks, weight loss surgery is the best option for medical reasons. But, I know that my big ass can exercise & make smarter choices, and I CAN and WILL do this on my own (plus with all the support from y'all).

I think that for most folks, they want a quick fix for everything. Damn the instant gratification that we all want! But, good things come to those that wait. I want to feel proud of myself for doing it the right way and not because I just couldn't eat anymore.

**off my soapbox for the day**

nycfem · 08-12-2011, 10:18 AM

I just love this woman's blog! As a vegetarian, I'm digging reading and seeing the visuals for all her healthy, vegan snacks and meals! What a great resource!

08-12-2011, 07:45 AM	#1
Thinker Senior Member How Do You Identify?: transman Preferred Pronoun?: male Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 1,868 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 710 Thanked 4,133 Times in 1,079 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	x-posted from FB Well, shoot... I see a little gain this week of 0.6. I don't know if it is because I ate late last night or if it's the weightlifting. My belly measurement is down again for a total of 4.25 inches though; that's good stuff. __________________ Practice humility and kindness.

08-12-2011, 09:22 AM	#6
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08-12-2011, 07:52 AM	#2
Scorp Italian Stallion How Do You Identify?: DNA Usually... Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: In a van, down by the river.. Posts: 2,702 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,557 Thanked 4,714 Times in 1,263 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	I'm tempted to hop on the scale today instead of tomorrow, which is my usual weigh-in day... I know I'm retaining water so I better get that through my head from now and not beat myself up... One can hope though...Stranger things have happened! Crossing my fingers it won't be as bad as I think....

08-12-2011, 08:07 AM	#3
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 and Happy Friday y'all Thinker, that small weight gain is not bad at all. Sometimes when we work out, our body weight flucuates...you'll probably lose that .6 plus some next week! You have done amazing, and I'm so proud of your success! SCORPY... don't drive yourself too crazy about the stupid water retention. Go ahead and weigh to see where you are at. Just be sure to keep chugging water, and next week FOR SURE you'll have a loss! You are doing sooo good Jackie, keep it up!!!

08-12-2011, 08:22 AM	#4
nycfem Moderator How Do You Identify?: femme sub Preferred Pronoun?: Baby Grrl Relationship Status: Attached Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 6,794 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 52,987 Thanked 21,427 Times in 5,101 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	Last night I dreamed that I had a job interview that didn't go well, and I got in line at Dunkin Donuts to buy donuts afterwards. Just as I was about to have made it to the front of the line, I summoned all my willpower and scrambled out of the line, ran out the door, and went and bought an unsweetened passion iced tea at Starbucks instead. I didn't know who else to tell this dream to but you all

08-12-2011, 10:15 AM	#7
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	Medusa... YOU GO GIRL! Enjoy those loose fitting clothes honey, and when you do hit that close approaching 40 pound forever lost mark, you DESERVE the massage! THANK YOU for posting the videos (which I've probably watched a dozen times in the past) and for the blog. It's crazy that most people don't understand that weight loss takes time! Losing 100 pounds in 3 months is not healthy... and really scares the crap out of me. I know any time that I've lost mass amount of weight (65+ pounds in 4 months), I always gained it back, plus another 15 pounds, because I NEVER changed anything about how I relate to food. The binges would begin again and on the downward spiral I would go. A friend of mine recently had lap band surgery about 5 months ago. She's already lost 75 pounds. I've been on WW for 10 weeks, and have lost 19. It's nuts how people are so eager to congratulate her on the weight loss, but don't even seem to acknowledge how much work I've done to lose weight ON MY OWN. At a recent party, she actually said to me, "Tonya, you should really have the surgery, you'll lose the weight so much quicker." Ugh... what the fuck ever! I sat quietly and watched her make a plate of food, eat a few bites here and there, and complain about not feeling well because her band was too tight. She was still eating the same crap as before... just in smaller portions. I was able to look at the food choices, and pick healthier options and actually eat a normal size portion of food... not feeling deprived. I know that for some folks, weight loss surgery is the best option for medical reasons. But, I know that my big ass can exercise & make smarter choices, and I CAN and WILL do this on my own (plus with all the support from y'all). I think that for most folks, they want a quick fix for everything. Damn the instant gratification that we all want! But, good things come to those that wait. I want to feel proud of myself for doing it the right way and not because I just couldn't eat anymore. off my soapbox for the day

08-12-2011, 10:18 AM	#8
nycfem Moderator How Do You Identify?: femme sub Preferred Pronoun?: Baby Grrl Relationship Status: Attached Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NYC Posts: 6,794 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 52,987 Thanked 21,427 Times in 5,101 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	I just love this woman's blog! As a vegetarian, I'm digging reading and seeing the visuals for all her healthy, vegan snacks and meals! What a great resource!