Healthy Weight Loss

Rockinonahigh · 09-26-2011, 05:31 PM

This Thursdday im going to my first O A meeting,I hope its what they say it will be..sofar after speaking to a rep it looks ok.

Kelt · 09-26-2011, 08:48 PM

Hey all,

Started my day watching the sunrise while I was on my beach walk, great way to start the day.

I have gotten to know quite a few folks who also do beach training for a variety of things over the last few months, it takes a while to earn their respect, but once you’ve got it they are really great about being encouraging.

There is one fellow who is out there 3-4 times a week training small groups of athletes 3-6 at a time. I just know him as coach Kenny and he has been really nice about noticing changes in me and giving a shout out whenever I go by. Sometimes, like with the other people we’ll stop and chat for a bit, it’s interesting to get to know folks over time that way.

Imagine my surprise today when I found out he is actually an Olympic gold medalist (triple jump) with a record that still stands after 16 years! He has a private training facility across the bay for pro football and basketball players.

I know it’s a bit of a derail, but it seems I’m in pretty good company out there.

Getting back on track, this Nordic walking I’m doing is really something else. I’ve added 600 cal per day to my eating plan and the weight keeps coming off at the same rate, so I guess I’m doing it right.

Everybody keep up the great work!

Cowboi · 09-27-2011, 04:10 AM

Looks like I made my goal for the 1st of Oct. after all. I was stuck for a couple of weeks. Hopped on the scales this moring and Viola'!
Im pumped!! Y'all have a great day!!!
Oatmeal pancake and Myofusion for brekkie, and I am off to work.

Thinker · 09-27-2011, 10:33 AM

Good morning!

The in-laws were in town over the weekend, and I just couldn't manage them AND my 30-day challenge.

I'm bummed about that.

I did resume my cardio yesterday and am back at it. We're going on a working vacation next week, so I'll start up my challenge again when we return.

I've still managed 24 out of 27 days though, and that's not too shabby!

I'm anxious to see how all of this impacts all my bloodwork. Since I've been on T, my cholesterol has been on the high end of normal/low end of high; I have a good feeling it will be much better now!

My doc also ordered tests on all thyroid functions. Curious about that...

That's about it for now. Wishing everyone a wonderful day and continued successes...

foxyshaman · 09-27-2011, 02:08 PM

Soooo... I had

for lunch... which I love!! However, I don't know how many points they are. Does anyone? I am sure I could find it on line, but I really like the wonderful resource we have here.

I did track all weekend. I lost one night. I drank a glass of wine, realized my date was not going to get any better...so just kept drinking. Three glasses and a cab later, I was home, tipsy, but hell the world was much brighter!!! I will take those 16 points (rounded up for honesty) and just work them off at the gym this week. I avoided all the high fat speed foods where I was storytelling this weekend. Was not all that hard, being a vegetarian comes in handy sometimes

.

Did Zumba last night, have interval training tonite so I will nice and tired when I go to bed.

Interesting the talk on sleep. I don't sleep much. Never have. However, I am also not unaware of the troubles that can cause in weight maintenance and sanity. I have tried. But with the onset of menopause I sleep even less. And what is worse, I cannot fall asleep. That was never my problem. I could always fall asleep when I wanted to and be just fine. Now I lay there and wonder when it will finally take me. I have tried melatonin, but I can't wake up on it.

Ahhhh well. I have written a book - again. So.... if anyone has ideas about

I would be happy to hear them.

PinkieLee · 09-27-2011, 02:37 PM

I LOVE sushi, too! Like you, it's hard to find any way to figure out WW points, because all restaurants are different. Here is a website that might help give you a lil' help trying to figure it out (or at least give you a rough guesstimate) of some of the rolls you might like.

http://www.sushifaq.com/sushi-calories.htm

foxyshaman · 09-27-2011, 03:27 PM

Why Thank You Miss PinkieLee!! I rounded up to 8 points for my spicy tuna roll. And that is another 24g of Protein. WhoooHoooo.... I am feeling good.

In other news: This week I put on two pair of pants I had in my closet that I had forgotten about. (My mind trick, if I don't see them, try them on and realize they are too small I won't be depressed <that day>). I put them on, one is too big and goes back to the Goodwill from whenst they came. And the other pair... are loose!! WhhhoooHoooo.

I went to the doctor to get a diagnosis for the skin issue I am having on my heel. It has bothered me since June. Lots of pain, lots of split heel...lots and lots of natural healing remedies...to no avail. The foot stumped the skin specialist. He took a good chunk out of my skin and made my poor little foot bleed. My dilemma, if I go to interval training my split foot will split more...possibly. If I don't go will I guilt myself out for being a pussy? If I do go will I totally regret it tomorrow?? And not be able to do weights tomorrow and possibly Zumba on Thursday??

Gemme · 09-27-2011, 10:16 PM

I know you prefer natural remedies and whatnot, but have you tried New Skin? It will burn like Hell when you put it on, but once it's sealed, it will hold the split skin together for a while.

I've used it when I've had split lips (try to go through the day without moving your lips....it was torture!) and it kept me in one piece, while allowing the skin to heal under the seal. Reapply as needed and keep in mind that the worse and deeper the cut or split is, the more it burns. So, it will burn less as your heels heal.

ruffryder · 09-28-2011, 10:22 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PinkieLee

I LOVE sushi, too! Like you, it's hard to find any way to figure out WW points, because all restaurants are different. Here is a website that might help give you a lil' help trying to figure it out (or at least give you a rough guesstimate) of some of the rolls you might like.

http://www.sushifaq.com/sushi-calories.htm

Thanks for the link Pinkie! Not bad at all for sushi lovers, considering the whole roll.

Ranger Butch Force · 09-28-2011, 10:27 AM

Earlier this year I was doing WW and, I know everyone is goning to laugh at me but, the Wii Fit with the Biggest Loser Challenge game. It was working as I had lost about 20 lbs. Unfortunately, there were family issues that I had to attend to which in turn stressed me out and I quit doing all of those things. So, I'm getting back in the saddle and started it back up again. Also, taking the dog for long walks helped me too.

09-26-2011, 05:31 PM	#1
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09-27-2011, 04:10 AM	#3
Cowboi Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Butch Relationship Status: Holding My Red Circle Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 1,811 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,051 Thanked 3,962 Times in 1,230 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Looks like I made my goal for the 1st of Oct. after all. I was stuck for a couple of weeks. Hopped on the scales this moring and Viola'! Im pumped!! Y'all have a great day!!! Oatmeal pancake and Myofusion for brekkie, and I am off to work. __________________ Let There Be Cowgirls

09-27-2011, 10:33 AM	#4
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	Good morning! The in-laws were in town over the weekend, and I just couldn't manage them AND my 30-day challenge. I'm bummed about that. I did resume my cardio yesterday and am back at it. We're going on a working vacation next week, so I'll start up my challenge again when we return. I've still managed 24 out of 27 days though, and that's not too shabby! I'm anxious to see how all of this impacts all my bloodwork. Since I've been on T, my cholesterol has been on the high end of normal/low end of high; I have a good feeling it will be much better now! My doc also ordered tests on all thyroid functions. Curious about that... That's about it for now. Wishing everyone a wonderful day and continued successes... __________________ Practice humility and kindness.

09-27-2011, 02:08 PM	#5
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	Soooo... I had for lunch... which I love!! However, I don't know how many points they are. Does anyone? I am sure I could find it on line, but I really like the wonderful resource we have here. I did track all weekend. I lost one night. I drank a glass of wine, realized my date was not going to get any better...so just kept drinking. Three glasses and a cab later, I was home, tipsy, but hell the world was much brighter!!! I will take those 16 points (rounded up for honesty) and just work them off at the gym this week. I avoided all the high fat speed foods where I was storytelling this weekend. Was not all that hard, being a vegetarian comes in handy sometimes . Did Zumba last night, have interval training tonite so I will nice and tired when I go to bed. Interesting the talk on sleep. I don't sleep much. Never have. However, I am also not unaware of the troubles that can cause in weight maintenance and sanity. I have tried. But with the onset of menopause I sleep even less. And what is worse, I cannot fall asleep. That was never my problem. I could always fall asleep when I wanted to and be just fine. Now I lay there and wonder when it will finally take me. I have tried melatonin, but I can't wake up on it. Ahhhh well. I have written a book - again. So.... if anyone has ideas about I would be happy to hear them. __________________ Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Muriel Strode

09-27-2011, 03:27 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	Gross Foot remark do not read if easily grossed out Why Thank You Miss PinkieLee!! I rounded up to 8 points for my spicy tuna roll. And that is another 24g of Protein. WhoooHoooo.... I am feeling good. In other news: This week I put on two pair of pants I had in my closet that I had forgotten about. (My mind trick, if I don't see them, try them on and realize they are too small I won't be depressed <that day>). I put them on, one is too big and goes back to the Goodwill from whenst they came. And the other pair... are loose!! WhhhoooHoooo. I went to the doctor to get a diagnosis for the skin issue I am having on my heel. It has bothered me since June. Lots of pain, lots of split heel...lots and lots of natural healing remedies...to no avail. The foot stumped the skin specialist. He took a good chunk out of my skin and made my poor little foot bleed. My dilemma, if I go to interval training my split foot will split more...possibly. If I don't go will I guilt myself out for being a pussy? If I do go will I totally regret it tomorrow?? And not be able to do weights tomorrow and possibly Zumba on Thursday?? __________________ Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. Muriel Strode

09-26-2011, 08:48 PM	#2
Kelt Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Beach Butch Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,751 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 19,765 Thanked 15,285 Times in 2,538 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	Hey all, Started my day watching the sunrise while I was on my beach walk, great way to start the day. I have gotten to know quite a few folks who also do beach training for a variety of things over the last few months, it takes a while to earn their respect, but once you’ve got it they are really great about being encouraging. There is one fellow who is out there 3-4 times a week training small groups of athletes 3-6 at a time. I just know him as coach Kenny and he has been really nice about noticing changes in me and giving a shout out whenever I go by. Sometimes, like with the other people we’ll stop and chat for a bit, it’s interesting to get to know folks over time that way. Imagine my surprise today when I found out he is actually an Olympic gold medalist (triple jump) with a record that still stands after 16 years! He has a private training facility across the bay for pro football and basketball players. I know it’s a bit of a derail, but it seems I’m in pretty good company out there. Getting back on track, this Nordic walking I’m doing is really something else. I’ve added 600 cal per day to my eating plan and the weight keeps coming off at the same rate, so I guess I’m doing it right. Everybody keep up the great work!

09-27-2011, 02:37 PM	#6
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	I LOVE sushi, too! Like you, it's hard to find any way to figure out WW points, because all restaurants are different. Here is a website that might help give you a lil' help trying to figure it out (or at least give you a rough guesstimate) of some of the rolls you might like. http://www.sushifaq.com/sushi-calories.htm

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Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,631 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,498 Thanked 107,926 Times in 25,667 Posts Rep Power: 21474887	I know you prefer natural remedies and whatnot, but have you tried New Skin? It will burn like Hell when you put it on, but once it's sealed, it will hold the split skin together for a while. I've used it when I've had split lips (try to go through the day without moving your lips....it was torture!) and it kept me in one piece, while allowing the skin to heal under the seal. Reapply as needed and keep in mind that the worse and deeper the cut or split is, the more it burns. So, it will burn less as your heels heal. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

09-28-2011, 10:27 AM	#10
Ranger Butch Force Member How Do You Identify?: Butch Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Black Rock City, Nevada Posts: 182 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 40 Thanked 315 Times in 118 Posts Rep Power: 5084028	Earlier this year I was doing WW and, I know everyone is goning to laugh at me but, the Wii Fit with the Biggest Loser Challenge game. It was working as I had lost about 20 lbs. Unfortunately, there were family issues that I had to attend to which in turn stressed me out and I quit doing all of those things. So, I'm getting back in the saddle and started it back up again. Also, taking the dog for long walks helped me too.