Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x Haunts: RE: sugar according to my WW book, 1 tablespoon of sugar is only 1 point. So I think one packet shouldn't be a problem, as long as you remember to document it. I'm going to join in...I'm catching up, then I'll post my goals.
Originally Posted By csgoofygirl I had a run in with some Hershey's Chocolate Kisses. I ate about 8 or 10 of them before I realized what I was doing. Old habits die hard.
Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x I want to join in, too! I'm already participating on a weight loss blog, but since I know all you, I think I'll be more accountable. My first goal is to lose 25lbs, which is a little more than 10% of my body weight. After that, I'll shoot for another goal. My motivation: --after spending 16 hours at Disneyland yesterday, my knee and ankles are STILL yelling at me. --I need more energy for my girls, my Brownie troop, and my 3 hour commute every day. --I couldn't go on Orange Stinger or Jumpin' Jellyfish yesterday with Alex because of the weight restriction. --I'm going to be celebrating my 30th birthday in December, and I want to look GOOOOD at the big LP meet. I went shopping today with my WW Points calculator. I'm going to do WW on my own for a few weeks, and join a gym. I joined the Discovery Health Body Challenge, where I got a free 30-day pass to Bally Total Fitness. I just hope I have the time to go. And as far as temptation, oh, yes! I have half a dozen sugar cookies in the kitchen, and so many fast food restaurants within a 5 minute drive. To curb the temptation, I will be buying Slim Fast drinks for my morning commute, and Special K chocolate bars. Also, if I MUST have some kind of fast food, I have to ride the bike to go get it.
Originally Posted By iamsally Welcome to the new folks and welcome back to the oldies (please do not take offense as I am a moldy oldy from the beginning of the *other* weight loss thread.) Oh the post Holiday temptations. We have only a few as to my not doing ANY baking this year. I only ate small amounts of what others offered. Which is why I am much chagrined that my DH lost 4 more pounds and I was up about the same amount. GRRRRRRRRrrrrrr! But I was down almost 2# on my Fit today already. We will see how it is at the gym tomorrow as I am sure their scales are the most accurate. They do NOT take off for clothing so I have to take that into account. Today I am working on psyching myself up to get back on a serious band wagon. My son pointed out to me that my graph on my Fit shows ups and downs but it is gradually going down. My most recent weight is down from the beginning. I just know it could be much more if I curbed the eating a bit. I am not trying to go fast, just step up the pace a bit. A pound a month is really not enough. Especially if I want to look good in the summer clothes I have not worn for 4 years now. My best to all.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 Hi everyone, I am back Well not back to this thread but you all know what I mean. I NEED to lose probably 25 lbs. I am on all kinds of meds and nothing has tweaked my BP or good cholesterol enough. The Dr. is sending me to a nutritionist. I probably know everything she is going to tell me, being off and on WW so many times but I've never let it stick for long. Maybe this is the kick in the patootie that I need. In the meantime DH will be riding on my WW coat tails as usual and losing 3 lbs for ever 1/2 I lose DH is having some minor oral surgery next week and will be on a liquid diet/soft foods for a few days so we are figuring that will be the start of our journaling I am dreading getting on my Wii and seeing what "he" says to me. I haven't been able to read everyones posts yet, is there an idea out there for a Dec LP meet goal? I'm looking forward to meeting those of your I haven't met yet
Originally Posted By NikkiLOVESMickey I'm going to post my weekly progress on my Facebook page; I think doing so will hold me more accountable. I also downloaded some recipes from CookingLight.com and will be heading to the grocery Saturday or Sunday to stock up on all the necessities. I think it would be awesome to do an LP Goal Meet in December!
Originally Posted By tapdancemom >>Tapdancemom - I feel exactly the same way. But do check your local Community center - they may have a water arobics class... go and see - you may find you are not the largest of the bunch and feel better about it.<< I have 100 lbs. to lose, makes me sick to say - but true. I think if I can lose 50 I may be able to go the water aerobics route. I was always the skiniest in school and this is so hard to take. My own fault I know. >>Tapdancemom - have you tried an elliptical machine? They're supposed to be easier on your joints. I got in a scooter accident two years ago and couldn't walk on the treadmill because of the pain, but I could do the elliptical without any discomfort.<< I've never tried the elliptical, it's worth a try, at least to have a trade off from the bike, thanks for the idea. NikkiLOVESMickey, I also like your goal/reward idea. I'm going to do the 10/25 goals too, don't know what I'll choose for the first once, but at 25 lb loss I'm going to get a massage.
Originally Posted By x Pirate_Princess x Nikki, go to www.tickerfactory.com and you can make a little ticker. Then, you can display that on your facebook page, and also it gives you the html so you can put it on a blog or MySpace.
Originally Posted By iamsally I have $100 stuck away for a new outfit when my weight is where I want it.
Originally Posted By WDWdreamin Personally I find the elliptical too difficult for me. I prefer the treadmill. That said I haven't been on one in months. When the snow stops being an issue for driving I will be forcing myself to the gym. Also, I weighed myself today and my goal of 20lbs is now 30lbs since I have gained 10lbs in the last month! Massages sound like a great weight loss reward.
Originally Posted By tiggerdis_ Okay, I may be the first to opt out of this thread, and all because of Mele - please take it easy on me with the verbal abuse - okay? <<goes and double padlocks the fridge...
Originally Posted By tiggerdis_ Okay, I may be the first to opt out of this thread, and all because of Mele - please take it easy on me with the verbal abuse - okay? <<goes and double padlocks the fridge...
Originally Posted By 999HAUNTS Well, tiggerdis, the padlocks MUST go double for you cause you posted twice LOL!! officerminnie said: <I am going on a cruise in October of '09 and I want to be able to swim with the dolphins without being mistaken for a manatee.> That sounds so funny to me...I kinda look like a manatee in a swimsuit! Last Oct I went on a cruise with my aunt and Murfsmom, and I would NOT go to the jacuzzi. I have gained so much of my weight back, and my swimsuit is black, I just didn't want any confusion with the ship employees as to if a whale had come aboard or not. My weight has gotten that bad. That's why I started this thread. I am THRILLED that so many of you have joined in for the support and help that I need, and also to help yourselves. Does Mele have my phone number? LOL
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 <<<< has NOT put a swimsuit on for about 4 years....if I go on a river raft I wear a cute pair of long waterproof shorts and a T I have a suit that has a "dress" thingy overtop connected to the suit. I wore in in our spa (nope don't go in anymore) and I spent the whole time trying to keep it from bubbling up around me like a jellyfish. Not relaxing. I've read all the posts now and was surprised about the nutritionist posts. Is this something new? It makes sense that the Dr's are paying attention and referring out. Our old GP retired and 2 internists took over his practice. They are not letting us "get away" with anything. I'm now thinking of something I WANT for my 10 lb loss. The 25 lbs I mentioned is the amount that I'm guessing. It would be much more if I wanted to get to my "fighting weight" or anywhere near what I weighed when we got married. I've posted this before but here is advice given to me by my sister, a few years back. If you are going to throw out your cookies, etc. to avoid temptation, be sure to spray them with 409 or something. Just toss the cookies and give them a good shot. We all know why, don't we?
Originally Posted By alexbook January 1, 2009: Height: 6' 3.5" Weight: 212 lbs BMI: 26.1 (25.0 and above is "overweight")
Originally Posted By alexbook I'm completely addicted to sugary candies and cookies. If I can get through to noon without breaking down, that'll be about 24 hours without a major sugar rush. Not sure if I can make it. :-(
Originally Posted By pixar_fan alexbook, you CAN make it! Sugary snacks are addictive, meaning when you withdraw from them, your body signals a NEED for them. Try telling yourself if you can fight that need for a couple of days the cravings will get easier. Not that I'm any expert...boredom and stress are my signals for food, especially at work.
