Healthy Weight Loss

girl_dee · 01-22-2013, 01:29 PM

Weekly weigh in

up half a pound.

i had a bug hit me and got off track getting over it. i'm shocked i only gained half a pound! So i am getting back on track but facing 10 days away and in Atlanta and then New Orleans. i will do my best to stay on track but also enjoy meals with my family.. and all that cuisine!

HELP ME ! lol

my total weight loss is 14 pounds and i am only 5 pounds from my goal.

OOOOoooOOOOh so close!

dixie · 01-22-2013, 03:33 PM

After my lil week-long stay in the hospital at the beginning of the month, I've had to change a lot of things. I've tried doing this just for weight loss in the past, but I always get frustrated and annoyed. (Frustrated or annoyed for me meant, "oh well, let's just eat half this bag of hershey hugs")

I now have "actual" reasons to do this. I'm supposed to be eating a low fat/low sodium/low carb/diabetic/some gluten-free/lactose free diet. It's hard as hell for a girl who wants nothing more than cheeseburgers, chocolate, and Pepsi.

So far though, I have been successful. Three+ weeks of no junk food, no soda, healthy choices, tons of water, and organic foods. Oh, and my last cigarette was over three weeks ago! (I can breathe!!!! lol)

Exercise each day: Today's workout included 72 minutes of alternating walking and jogging on the treadmill, 25 minutes of weight training (focus on arms), and 60 minutes of bellydancing.

Three+ weeks and so far I am down 24lbs. Woot woot!

I still crave, I still want to go back to old habits.....it's hard....especially at only three weeks in. BUT I have motivation that I did not have before. Insulin injections, stress tests, oxygen, arms covered in IV marks, a few scars from being allergic to heart monitor sticky nodes, and then a heart catheterization were DEFINITELY enough motivation for me to NEVER want those things again...especially at age 33.

Soooo.....let's do this.

Kelt · 01-22-2013, 03:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dixie

After my lil week-long stay in the hospital at the beginning of the month, I've had to change a lot of things. I've tried doing this just for weight loss in the past, but I always get frustrated and annoyed. (Frustrated or annoyed for me meant, "oh well, let's just eat half this bag of hershey hugs")

I now have "actual" reasons to do this. I'm supposed to be eating a low fat/low sodium/low carb/diabetic/some gluten-free/lactose free diet. It's hard as hell for a girl who wants nothing more than cheeseburgers, chocolate, and Pepsi.

So far though, I have been successful. Three+ weeks of no junk food, no soda, healthy choices, tons of water, and organic foods. Oh, and my last cigarette was over three weeks ago! (I can breathe!!!! lol)

Exercise each day: Today's workout included 72 minutes of alternating walking and jogging on the treadmill, 25 minutes of weight training (focus on arms), and 60 minutes of bellydancing.

Three+ weeks and so far I am down 24lbs. Woot woot!

I still crave, I still want to go back to old habits.....it's hard....especially at only three weeks in. BUT I have motivation that I did not have before. Insulin injections, stress tests, oxygen, arms covered in IV marks, a few scars from being allergic to heart monitor sticky nodes, and then a heart catheterization were DEFINITELY enough motivation for me to NEVER want those things again...especially at age 33.

Soooo.....let's do this.

You are doing all the right stuff. Congratulations on the weight loss and especially the smokes. I always told myself that since I had quite smoking I could officially quit/do anything. Everything else is easier than that.

You have the ultimate motivation, that's for sure. It's good to see you take this head on. Kudos to you!

Zimmeh · 01-23-2013, 05:53 PM

Congrats on the weight loss and keep up the good work!

Zimmeh

Quote:

Originally Posted by dixie

After my lil week-long stay in the hospital at the beginning of the month, I've had to change a lot of things. I've tried doing this just for weight loss in the past, but I always get frustrated and annoyed. (Frustrated or annoyed for me meant, "oh well, let's just eat half this bag of hershey hugs")

I now have "actual" reasons to do this. I'm supposed to be eating a low fat/low sodium/low carb/diabetic/some gluten-free/lactose free diet. It's hard as hell for a girl who wants nothing more than cheeseburgers, chocolate, and Pepsi.

So far though, I have been successful. Three+ weeks of no junk food, no soda, healthy choices, tons of water, and organic foods. Oh, and my last cigarette was over three weeks ago! (I can breathe!!!! lol)

Exercise each day: Today's workout included 72 minutes of alternating walking and jogging on the treadmill, 25 minutes of weight training (focus on arms), and 60 minutes of bellydancing.

Three+ weeks and so far I am down 24lbs. Woot woot!

I still crave, I still want to go back to old habits.....it's hard....especially at only three weeks in. BUT I have motivation that I did not have before. Insulin injections, stress tests, oxygen, arms covered in IV marks, a few scars from being allergic to heart monitor sticky nodes, and then a heart catheterization were DEFINITELY enough motivation for me to NEVER want those things again...especially at age 33.

Soooo.....let's do this.

Kitten.With.A.Twist · 01-27-2013, 08:59 AM

Dixie I wish you much better health in 2013! I want to recommend the book "The Blood Sugar Solution" to you.. as well as "Fat Chance" - published just last month.

I've changed my life in the last year - dramatically - and know you will do the same!

Da Kitten

Cowboi · 01-27-2013, 10:24 AM

Gym done....Bi's and tri's. My arms feel like noodles.

Have a great day my friends!!!

Chancie · 01-27-2013, 10:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chancie

Because I want to post on this thread

I am pretending that it is the Just Listening thread.

I have been using an app on my iPhone and

I am keeping track of everything I eat.

I entered my weight and my height and my weight loss goals, and

The app produced a certain number of calories.

<snip>

Update: It's been about three weeks, and I've lost about 11 pounds.

Like I've posted other places, I don't believe in dieting.

It's unhealthy; it doesn't work; and for anyone who has lived with an eating disorder, it's just plain dangerous.

I don't find it helpful to talk about being bad with food, or eating food that's bad.

I do want to eat more food that's good for me and less food that's bad for me.

dixie · 01-27-2013, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kitten.With.A.Twist

Dixie I wish you much better health in 2013! I want to recommend the book "The Blood Sugar Solution" to you.. as well as "Fat Chance" - published just last month.

I've changed my life in the last year - dramatically - and know you will do the same!

Da Kitten

Thank you for the tips! I went ahead and ordered "The Blood Sugar Solution" for my Kindle, and will start with that one! Thanks again!

Zimmeh · 01-27-2013, 06:53 PM

At the beginning of the year, my coworkers and I at the school, decided to form a group of six people and loose weight together. So far, I have lost six pounds in two weeks and I now wear a size 13 junior jeans. I have another 25lbs to loose before the summer and I am enjoying the competition that we have!

Zimmeh

starryeyes · 02-03-2013, 09:12 AM

I was on track yesterday!!! Yay!!! I haven't been on track in a long time, and my weight is showing it. It's amazing what happens when you stop paying attention.

Yesterday, I went to the store and got what I needed to make healthy choices. I am planning my day right now (since it's Super Bowl and all, and I don't wanna grab for the chips).

I am ready to start this journey again, I am ready to start taking care of me, instead of everyone else. I deserve to live a healthy and happy life!!

I'm also going to do a paleo challenge with a friend for 21 days. Tonight I am making a crockpot garlic/lemon chicken with onion and carrots

Hugs to all!!!

Rockinonahigh · 02-03-2013, 10:16 AM

Following a weight loss plan is soooooo hard to do during the Mardi Gras season,but I am manageing 95% of the time.

Cowboi · 01-27-2013, 10:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by girl_dee

Weekly weigh in

up half a pound.

i had a bug hit me and got off track getting over it. i'm shocked i only gained half a pound! So i am getting back on track but facing 10 days away and in Atlanta and then New Orleans. i will do my best to stay on track but also enjoy meals with my family.. and all that cuisine!

HELP ME ! lol

my total weight loss is 14 pounds and i am only 5 pounds from my goal.

OOOOoooOOOOh so close!

You can't lose weight in NOLA!!!!! Enjoy!!!

Laissez Les Bon Temps Roulez

01-27-2013, 10:24 AM	#6
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01-27-2013, 06:53 PM	#9
Zimmeh Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: Me Relationship Status: I am a human and not a possession Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Southern Volusia County, FL Posts: 6,746 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 23,549 Thanked 13,441 Times in 4,316 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	At the beginning of the year, my coworkers and I at the school, decided to form a group of six people and loose weight together. So far, I have lost six pounds in two weeks and I now wear a size 13 junior jeans. I have another 25lbs to loose before the summer and I am enjoying the competition that we have! Zimmeh __________________ "A loving heart is the truest wisdom" -Chinua Achebe

02-03-2013, 09:12 AM	#10
starryeyes Senior Member How Do You Identify?: a round peg in a square hole Preferred Pronoun?: Guess... Relationship Status: Seat taken Join Date: May 2011 Location: Rocky Mountain High Posts: 2,491 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2,199 Thanked 10,052 Times in 2,076 Posts Rep Power: 21474853	I was on track yesterday!!! Yay!!! I haven't been on track in a long time, and my weight is showing it. It's amazing what happens when you stop paying attention. Yesterday, I went to the store and got what I needed to make healthy choices. I am planning my day right now (since it's Super Bowl and all, and I don't wanna grab for the chips). I am ready to start this journey again, I am ready to start taking care of me, instead of everyone else. I deserve to live a healthy and happy life!! I'm also going to do a paleo challenge with a friend for 21 days. Tonight I am making a crockpot garlic/lemon chicken with onion and carrots Hugs to all!!! __________________ "It's ok to make mistakes. It's ok to fall down. Get up! Look sickening....and make them eat it!" - Latrice Royale Starry

01-22-2013, 01:29 PM	#1
girl_dee Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: dee Relationship Status: Hitched up Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Livin’ the Dream Posts: 24,079 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 30,560 Thanked 54,833 Times in 13,908 Posts Rep Power: 21474873	Weekly weigh in up half a pound. i had a bug hit me and got off track getting over it. i'm shocked i only gained half a pound! So i am getting back on track but facing 10 days away and in Atlanta and then New Orleans. i will do my best to stay on track but also enjoy meals with my family.. and all that cuisine! HELP ME ! lol my total weight loss is 14 pounds and i am only 5 pounds from my goal. OOOOoooOOOOh so close!

01-22-2013, 03:33 PM	#2
dixie Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: I usually just poke it with a stick. Preferred Pronoun?: Bitch Relationship Status: Intertwined deeply Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: We're all a little mad here. Posts: 6,627 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 10,972 Thanked 21,383 Times in 4,808 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	After my lil week-long stay in the hospital at the beginning of the month, I've had to change a lot of things. I've tried doing this just for weight loss in the past, but I always get frustrated and annoyed. (Frustrated or annoyed for me meant, "oh well, let's just eat half this bag of hershey hugs") I now have "actual" reasons to do this. I'm supposed to be eating a low fat/low sodium/low carb/diabetic/some gluten-free/lactose free diet. It's hard as hell for a girl who wants nothing more than cheeseburgers, chocolate, and Pepsi. So far though, I have been successful. Three+ weeks of no junk food, no soda, healthy choices, tons of water, and organic foods. Oh, and my last cigarette was over three weeks ago! (I can breathe!!!! lol) Exercise each day: Today's workout included 72 minutes of alternating walking and jogging on the treadmill, 25 minutes of weight training (focus on arms), and 60 minutes of bellydancing. Three+ weeks and so far I am down 24lbs. Woot woot! I still crave, I still want to go back to old habits.....it's hard....especially at only three weeks in. BUT I have motivation that I did not have before. Insulin injections, stress tests, oxygen, arms covered in IV marks, a few scars from being allergic to heart monitor sticky nodes, and then a heart catheterization were DEFINITELY enough motivation for me to NEVER want those things again...especially at age 33. Soooo.....let's do this.

01-27-2013, 08:59 AM	#5
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02-03-2013, 10:16 AM	#11
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