Come Join Us! Photos Taken During Your Weight Loss?

[dairyou]

Has anyone ever started a thread where you took a photo once a month while you are on your diet? For example when you start, take a starting photo...post it here and then post a photo every month after?

If there is one, that would be great! It always encourages me to see others on the same path.

So is there one? :)

Deb

[NC State]

I'm starting tomorrow with picture and weight chart.

[Mermaid02]

This is a great idea! I might even start with just a head shot- I notice weight loss in my face pretty quickly.....

[Krisi616]

Great idea to post it. I have taken a picture, not one I will share as I had hubby take it when I just got out of the shower so I could see a change anywhere! But I will get him to take one a little later that I can post.

[dairyou]

I was thinking about doing this too. If I make a commitment to post a photo monthly, then I'll be more likely to not slack off. I guess its some sort of accountability....The question is, am I really committed? LOL I should be since we just purchased an exercise machine!

Deb

[NC State]

Well, I did it. I looked at a photo took in 2005 when I was 147 and today's picture I'm at 200. It's sad....but it's an eye opener. I now know what I need to do.

[dairyou]

Well, I did it. I looked at a photo took in 2005 when I was 147 and today's picture I'm at 200. It's sad....but it's an eye opener. I now know what I need to do.

I've been there done that too :( Hang in there.

I lost 30 lbs after I had DS and then I gained it back. It took so long to take off...Why did I let it happen? Not to mention as you get older the fat displaces to other areas!

After 13 years I think I'm finally committed to try and do again.

[Raenstoirm]

I don't officially have pics, but I do compare one month to the other. I am a camera person (I carry it with me 24/7), so there are new pics every week! I will pull a few for the last few weeks today and post them.

[NC State]

OK, it's been one week and I have lost 3 lbs. I so happy with myself. I think I will take a picture every other month and compare my progress that way too.

[mom2faith]

Here is a link to my before photos.

http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=28565853&postcount=35

There are 3 very unflattering ones and then one that I believe is more realistic.

I weighed 219.2 lbs in these photos and continued to weigh that until October 14, 2008.

From October 14 to the end of November I lost 14 lbs, but gained more than 6 back (ouch)!! So as of Jan 1, I started again.

My "NEW" starting weight was 212, and as of this morning I am 203.8 :banana: can you say HAPPY DANCE!! I am very happy that I am sticking to it so far and actually seeing results. I think the little bit of excersize is helping a lot.

I have also tried to eliminate salt (or at least llimit it) and I drink more than my 8 glasses of water every day.

I am doing WW online, but have not really gotten into the new momentum program, I am sticking to what I know and it is working. **Fingers Crossed**.

Can't wait to see some other pics!!

Amy

[Dizneydawn]

Awesome idea...I have a few from our Dec trip to Disney and one just a week ago...not a pretty site...largest weight was 258...in September roughly...now at 244...so 14 down and a looong ways to go...but these help me hold myself accountable...so here they are...
http://www.islandfarmgoldens.com/uploads/photos/small/0041.JPG
Picking out a puppy last Sat...

A behind shot...shoot me now...at AK in Dec

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s129/dizneydawn/00000068.jpg
Okay...need to print these out...and post them all over the fridge...:scared1:

[dairyou]

Okay, we're starting Weight Watchers on Saturday, dieting and exercising Monday. We got our Aero Pilates on Wednesday so I don't have any more excuses to loose weight!

Here's my photo:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a384/dairyou/IMG_0437.jpg

I'll post another photo in a month. I hope I loose some weight!

Deb

[Raenstoirm]

I decided to make it official. I went to storage and hunted down my "when I am skinny" bikini I bought years ago (literally) and have yet to wear. I am putting it on tonight and taking the "before" photo. Cant wait to see it :scared: , but I will have some good comparisons to look back at when I can actually wear it in public!

[dairyou]

How's everyone doing?

Okay, I went to Weight Watchers today. I weigh 164.1.

I signed up for the online part too so hopefully I will track what I eat faithfully. Pepsi is my downfall so I'm going to try to only drink 3 cans a week verses 1 1/2 cans per day. You get 35 extra points and 1 can is equal to 3 points. I've even thought of having a can a day, but I know Pepsi is not good for you...but I love it!

Starting the diet on Tuesday. My goal is to stick to WW, drink 5 cups of water to start and exercize 5 days a week on my Pilates machine.

Wish me luck!!!

Deb

[NC State]

I had another good week I lost 3 lbs. That brings me to a total of 6 lbs in two weeks. I haven't started working out yet. I know I need to start. (I just need 49 lbs more to lose.)

[dairyou]

I had another good week I lost 3 lbs. That brings me to a total of 6 lbs in two weeks. I haven't started working out yet. I know I need to start. (I just need 49 lbs more to lose.)


Wow! You're doing great even with out the exercise! Make sure to keep up the good work!

Deb

[fluffernutter]

Awesome idea...I have a few from our Dec trip to Disney and one just a week ago...not a pretty site...largest weight was 258...in September roughly...now at 244...so 14 down and a looong ways to go...

Dizneydawn-you are doing great. You are already down 14 lbs and that is a great ccomplioshemnt. Dont butt shots do it every time..I saw one of mine in Disney and it shocked me..somehow it always looks bigger in other peoples cameras :rotfl2:
Keep up the great work and that puppy is adorable!!!

How's everyone doing?

Okay, I went to Weight Watchers today. I weigh 164.1.Pepsi is my downfall so I'm going to try to only drink 3 cans a week verses 1 1/2 cans per day. You get 35 extra points and 1 can is equal to 3 points. I've even thought of having a can a day, but I know Pepsi is not good for you...but I love it!



Hey Dairyou-congrats on signing up for WW,that is a great step and I have to tell you,your weight is one of my goals,lol .
Soda..ack that is part of your downfall..Im telling you replace the soda with something else,like water or even crystal light and the weight and bloat will surely come off but I know what its like when you really love something..so just making those smalll cut backs like youre doing will help as well.



I had another good week I lost 3 lbs. That brings me to a total of 6 lbs in two weeks. I haven't started working out yet. I know I need to start. (I just need 49 lbs more to lose.)


Hey NC State-
6lbs is terrific,and like you said you havent even started working out,so that will sure help too!!!!!



Hi Raenstoirm--where is that bikini shot?? I think the last bikini I wore was when I was 6 so good for you. One of my big goals is to actually wear a bathing suit again and to go swimming. I used to love to swim but really am just too ashamed to wear a bathing suit in public just now..so again a goal..
but break out those photos!

By the way Im Marcy..would love to join in with you guys. Im on the WISH boards as well doing the BL challenge but would love to join you here too.Pictures are a huge motivator and a huge scare tactic ..well for me at least.
somehow I never look as big as I am in my own mirror but when I see a pix of myself..oh geez..the truth is right there.
I have about 100 lbs to lose to get to the health standards goal for myself but hey I dont remember even being born that small,lol so Im taking it one step at a time and probably setting 75lbs as my big goal and then going from there.

I will post some full body shots before..ack dont laugh..please !!!!
and then will update monthly..great thread and great idea.

I already signed up to do the WDW2010 half marathon with no physical activity experience at all :confused3 so this will be a huge motivator for me.I ordered a treadmill which should be here in about 2 weeks and I am so excited.,

as for eating..Im already down 80 lbs..I am a raw foods chef and instructor but fell off the wagon holiday time so gained some of that back -plus I still had way more to lose so my challenge is there and I accept it 100%. this new year is about me and change and I will be a healthier more active person if it kills me..well not kill me but wear me out in a sweaty treadmill coma,hows that :lmao:

have a great day everyone and I look forward to seeing less of you as the months go by!!!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[fluffernutter]

I weighed 219.2 lbs in these photos and continued to weigh that until October 14, 2008.

My "NEW" starting weight was 212, and as of this morning I am 203.8 :banana: can you say HAPPY DANCE!!

I have also tried to eliminate salt (or at least llimit it) and I drink more than my 8 glasses of water every day.

I am doing WW online, but have not really gotten into the new momentum program, I am sticking to what I know and it is working. **Fingers Crossed**.

Can't wait to see some other pics!!

Amy


Hey Amy,,sorry I missed you,my quote post never stuck.
You make an adorable Wilma,the other 2 Flintstones are adorable too!!!

How are you finding the new WW program?..I know so many people that have had success with WW so good for you! You have already had a great weight loss so congrats and I agree with you.,drinking more water will help!

Do you know they say you should drink half your body weight in water a day,,man I would float away :rotfl2: but Im trying it..I bought 2 separate pitchers to keep with just my water intake for the day and man ...a visual to see how much you drank and how much more to go is a great help. kind of like posting photos of ourselves..which I must say is very brave of all of us and I will do mine tonight I promise,lol

Have a great day and drink that water.I just filled a glass myself.

[dairyou]

I officially started today. I've drank 5 cups of water and did not have any Pepsi yet! Though it is only 10:00 am...lol

How are the rest of you doing?

Deb

[NC State]

Well, we are snowed in and all I can think about is FOOD! I'm staying strong!

[natenapril]

Hey guys can I join? I tried WW and ALLI and failed miserably:sad2: SO this time I am just going to journal, eat more veggies and drink my water.

I am going to Disneyworld this year and really would like to be able to look at the pictures afterwards.
I am as of today at 253lbs:sad: I was at 258 in December
I am 6 ft tall
These pictures are going to be brutal.
I want to lose at least 30 lbs before we head to Disney. I ordered TurboJam so that I can work out at home.
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p223/naturalbornmudder/DSC_0100.jpg

So that was a really bad pic my DH took that made me realize just how big my stomach,butt, and arms have gotten.
So dish your secrets how to ditch this weight. Because I really need to:sad:

[dairyou]

Hey guys can I join? I tried WW and ALLI and failed miserably:sad2: SO this time I am just going to journal, eat more veggies and drink my water.

I am going to Disneyworld this year and really would like to be able to look at the pictures afterwards.
I am as of today at 253lbs:sad: I was at 258 in December
I am 6 ft tall
These pictures are going to be brutal.
I want to lose at least 30 lbs before we head to Disney. I ordered TurboJam so that I can work out at home.
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p223/naturalbornmudder/DSC_0100.jpg

So that was a really bad pic my DH took that made me realize just how big my stomach,butt, and arms have gotten.
So dish your secrets how to ditch this weight. Because I really need to:sad:

Welcome to the group. I wish I had some secret! We'd all be rich if we did:)

I think the pictures are a good motivator for me. It works as an accountability. I could lie and say I lost such and such pounds but the picture is the proof!

Good Luck! Hang In There

Deb

[dairyou]

Today I used 19.5 points of my 21 daily. I had wheat toast w/tsp butter and a slice of deli turkey. For lunch I had a can of Progresso soup with an apple. I was pretty hungry most of the day so I need to eat more. Plus the cupboards were empty of healthy food and I had to go to the store after work. For dinner I ended up having a cup of cook rice with 2 eggs added. My mock fried rice...lol For dessert I had a Fudgesicle. I'm not hungry and I drank all my water. I only did 10 min. on my Pilates because somebody messed with the straps and I couldn't figure out how to undo it. Hopefully I will have enough motivation to get back on it tomorrow.

How did everybody else do today?

Deb

[Raenstoirm]

Hi Raenstoirm--where is that bikini shot?? I think the last bikini I wore was when I was 6 so good for you. One of my big goals is to actually wear a bathing suit again and to go swimming. I used to love to swim but really am just too ashamed to wear a bathing suit in public just now..so again a goal..
but break out those photos!



I took them (well technically my husband took them). I got 4 shots, one from each perspective. The back shot is what really makes me go "yuck!" Its not my butt or my thighs it is my actual back. I am so wide! I plan on taking the same 4 shots in the same suit every Friday. When i start to see progress, I may just post them. Right now, NO WAY!:rotfl2:

Oh and :welcome: to our little group!

[fluffernutter]

I officially started today. I've drank 5 cups of water and did not have any Pepsi yet! Though it is only 10:00 am...lol
Deb

Hey Deb--you did great yesterday with your points and food choices..good for you. so did you stay away from the evil Pepsi??? :rotfl2:


Well, we are snowed in and all I can think about is FOOD! I'm staying strong!


sorry about the weather...thats the worst when you feel trapped in the house with food that is all around you. I hope you had some healthy choices to choose from ..if not..it was just one day and you can have a good clean start for today


Hey guys can I join? I tried WW and ALLI and failed miserably:sad2: SO this time I am just going to journal, eat more veggies and drink my water.

I am as of today at 253lbs:sad: I was at 258 in December
I am 6 ft tall These pictures are going to be brutal.
So dish your secrets how to ditch this weight. Because I really need to:sad:


Welcome...arent pix a great motivator. I took mine the other night and ACK.,,it was downright scary..totally different then I envision myself in my own mind,lol
but I have to tell you,your pix arent brutal. You definitely dont look your weight. I heard turbojam was cool,so that will be a great help and water and fruits and veggies are really your friends!! They will fill you up so that you wont need to have the other junk. Just keep the foods prepared in your fridge,like cut up fruit or carrot sticks with a healthy hummus or dip. know what your triggers are and try to plan ahead for them.you can do this!!!



Im doing okay,yesterday I had a great start on my green smoothies plan but then caved at dinnertime and had a cooked vegan meal,not bad at all compared to the way Ive eaten in the past so all in all it was a good day.
so far this morning,,im off to another good tasty green smoothie for breakfast. yesterdays smoothie for lunch did not do it for me at all,,bad combos or something,,,it had basil in it which Ive never had before so that might be it..but Im having a pineapple gazpacho for lunch and it looks yummy.

hope you all have a great day!!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[fluffernutter]

I took them (well technically my husband took them). I got 4 shots, one from each perspective. The back shot is what really makes me go "yuck!" Its not my butt or my thighs it is my actual back. I am so wide! I plan on taking the same 4 shots in the same suit every Friday. When i start to see progress, I may just post them. Right now, NO WAY!:rotfl2:

Oh and :welcome: to our little group!


thanks for the welcome,,and I totally understand about posting the photos. the ones I just took are just not for the naked eye right now.wouldnt want to make anyone go blind from shock :lmao: So when there is significant progress I will show those pix..but later I will post a more covered up photo of me,lol.
I was going to take update pictures every month..but weekly might be a good idea,thanks

[mom2faith]

Hi everyone.

Well, 2 1/2 weeks in and I am doing OK. I am down a total of 9.6lbs. I am finding the water drinking so easy this time, but I am struggling with the balanced meals. I am staying under my points, but I know I am still not eating "heathly" - KWIM? For example, here is yesterday:

Oatmeal/Milk - 4 points
Water (x 4)
Chili - 6 points
Fat Free Pudding - 2 points
Water (x 2)
Orange - 1 point
Water (x2)
Egg Beaters, scrambled - 2 points
Whole Grain toast - 3 points
with butter - 2 points
Fat free Pudding - 2 points
Water (x 3)

Total Points - 22, allowed 26

But...as you can see I am not getting those fruits and vegies in. I really struggle with this.

On a high note, my jeans feel awful!! I bought them when I was 219.2 and now I am 202.4, so they are baggy to say the least. I will not let myself get a new pair until I am 195 or less, so for now it is belts and baggy-butt - LOL.

I also have not excersized enough. I tend to do it once a week at the most, but tonight is Yoga, so that will help. 1 1/2 hours of stretching and zen ;)

Hope everyone is well, and congrats on all the losses!!!

But

[dairyou]

Hi everyone.

Well, 2 1/2 weeks in and I am doing OK. I am down a total of 9.6lbs. I am finding the water drinking so easy this time, but I am struggling with the balanced meals. I am staying under my points, but I know I am still not eating "heathly" - KWIM? For example, here is yesterday:

Oatmeal/Milk - 4 points
Water (x 4)
Chili - 6 points
Fat Free Pudding - 2 points
Water (x 2)
Orange - 1 point
Water (x2)
Egg Beaters, scrambled - 2 points
Whole Grain toast - 3 points
with butter - 2 points
Fat free Pudding - 2 points
Water (x 3)

Total Points - 22, allowed 26

But...as you can see I am not getting those fruits and vegies in. I really struggle with this.

On a high note, my jeans feel awful!! I bought them when I was 219.2 and now I am 202.4, so they are baggy to say the least. I will not let myself get a new pair until I am 195 or less, so for now it is belts and baggy-butt - LOL.

I also have not excersized enough. I tend to do it once a week at the most, but tonight is Yoga, so that will help. 1 1/2 hours of stretching and zen ;)

Hope everyone is well, and congrats on all the losses!!!

But

I think you're doing great! Baggy jeans is such a good thing!:cheer2:

[dairyou]

Hey Deb--you did great yesterday with your points and food choices..good for you. so did you stay away from the evil Pepsi??? :rotfl2:





sorry about the weather...thats the worst when you feel trapped in the house with food that is all around you. I hope you had some healthy choices to choose from ..if not..it was just one day and you can have a good clean start for today





Welcome...arent pix a great motivator. I took mine the other night and ACK.,,it was downright scary..totally different then I envision myself in my own mind,lol
but I have to tell you,your pix arent brutal. You definitely dont look your weight. I heard turbojam was cool,so that will be a great help and water and fruits and veggies are really your friends!! They will fill you up so that you wont need to have the other junk. Just keep the foods prepared in your fridge,like cut up fruit or carrot sticks with a healthy hummus or dip. know what your triggers are and try to plan ahead for them.you can do this!!!



Im doing okay,yesterday I had a great start on my green smoothies plan but then caved at dinnertime and had a cooked vegan meal,not bad at all compared to the way Ive eaten in the past so all in all it was a good day.
so far this morning,,im off to another good tasty green smoothie for breakfast. yesterdays smoothie for lunch did not do it for me at all,,bad combos or something,,,it had basil in it which Ive never had before so that might be it..but Im having a pineapple gazpacho for lunch and it looks yummy.

hope you all have a great day!!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

I didn't have any Pepsi. It's totally a mind game. I told myself I was allowed 3 Pepsi's a week and since I know that it's not so tempting to drink it...go figure.

Keep up your good work! You're smoothies sound tasty!

[dairyou]

A coworker of mine has toast in the morning and when I asked her what it was it only equaled 2 points!

She takes a double wheat english muffins and toasts it. Then she takes a Baby Bell Swiss Creamy cheese (a wedge) and spreads it on top. It was so yummy and only 2 points! I'm not a huge breakfast eater so this was just right.

Thought I'd share in case any of you are interested :)

Deb

[Dizneydawn]

Dizneydawn-you are doing great. You are already down 14 lbs and that is a great ccomplioshemnt. Dont butt shots do it every time..I saw one of mine in Disney and it shocked me..somehow it always looks bigger in other peoples cameras :rotfl2:
Keep up the great work and that puppy is adorable!!!

Thanks...and it will get better...:cool1:


By the way Im Marcy..would love to join in with you guys. Im on the WISH boards as well doing the BL challenge but would love to join you here too.Pictures are a huge motivator and a huge scare tactic ..well for me at least.
somehow I never look as big as I am in my own mirror but when I see a pix of myself..oh geez..the truth is right there.
I have about 100 lbs to lose to get to the health standards goal for myself but hey I dont remember even being born that small,lol so Im taking it one step at a time and probably setting 75lbs as my big goal and then going from there.

I will post some full body shots before..ack dont laugh..please !!!!
and then will update monthly..great thread and great idea.

I already signed up to do the WDW2010 half marathon with no physical activity experience at all :confused3 so this will be a huge motivator for me.I ordered a treadmill which should be here in about 2 weeks and I am so excited.,

as for eating..Im already down 80 lbs..I am a raw foods chef and instructor but fell off the wagon holiday time so gained some of that back -plus I still had way more to lose so my challenge is there and I accept it 100%. this new year is about me and change and I will be a healthier more active person if it kills me..well not kill me but wear me out in a sweaty treadmill coma,hows that :lmao:
Okay..I need you to go back and re-write this...you have lost 80 lbs so far and would like to lose nother 75 or so? You have done awesome girl so far and have accomplished more than most of us already...you are in the home stretch!:cheer2: Even if it is longer than you want...1/2 way is a huge percentage...!
have a great day everyone and I look forward to seeing less of you as the months go by!!!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

Hey guys can I join? I tried WW and ALLI and failed miserably:sad2: SO this time I am just going to journal, eat more veggies and drink my water.

I am going to Disneyworld this year and really would like to be able to look at the pictures afterwards.
I am as of today at 253lbs:sad: I was at 258 in December
I am 6 ft tall
These pictures are going to be brutal.
I want to lose at least 30 lbs before we head to Disney. I ordered TurboJam so that I can work out at home.
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p223/naturalbornmudder/DSC_0100.jpg

So that was a really bad pic my DH took that made me realize just how big my stomach,butt, and arms have gotten.
So dish your secrets how to ditch this weight. Because I really need to:sad:

Laughed at the pic cause we are so much alike...except I am 5'4 so picture your weight and 8 inches shorter...:scared: see now don't you feel better?

I can tell you that one of the secrets I have...is the thread I started on this section over a year ago...daily interaction ( like 3-4 pages of posts a day) with awesome women who hold each other accountable and still lend an understanding ear...we have not all posted pics of progress though...so I am glad this thread was started...I think we need to go recruit from some other threads to get more pics here...we could all use motivation...so let's get this thread hopping!:grouphug:

[mom2faith]

Hey guys can I join? I tried WW and ALLI and failed miserably:sad2: SO this time I am just going to journal, eat more veggies and drink my water.

I am going to Disneyworld this year and really would like to be able to look at the pictures afterwards.
I am as of today at 253lbs:sad: I was at 258 in December
I am 6 ft tall
These pictures are going to be brutal.
I want to lose at least 30 lbs before we head to Disney. I ordered TurboJam so that I can work out at home.
http://i129.photobucket.com/albums/p223/naturalbornmudder/DSC_0100.jpg

So that was a really bad pic my DH took that made me realize just how big my stomach,butt, and arms have gotten.
So dish your secrets how to ditch this weight. Because I really need to:sad:


You know, I had to look at the photo twice, but you really do not look 258. Isn't it funny how we can pick apart our own photos, but yet look at someone else's and not see flaws?

You can lose the 30 lbs, I know you can!!

Amy

[dairyou]

I changed our title. Maybe more people will join :)

[mom2faith]

Well, we are snowed in and all I can think about is FOOD! I'm staying strong!

You can do it!! I am always slow at work and find I want to munch, but I only bring my lunch and that is all I have. I do not keep snacks here anymore (for that reason!!). Drink your water, walk your stairs, do anything - but eat!! Good luck!!

Today I used 19.5 points of my 21 daily. I had wheat toast w/tsp butter and a slice of deli turkey. For lunch I had a can of Progresso soup with an apple. I was pretty hungry most of the day so I need to eat more. Plus the cupboards were empty of healthy food and I had to go to the store after work. For dinner I ended up having a cup of cook rice with 2 eggs added. My mock fried rice...lol For dessert I had a Fudgesicle. I'm not hungry and I drank all my water. I only did 10 min. on my Pilates because somebody messed with the straps and I couldn't figure out how to undo it. Hopefully I will have enough motivation to get back on it tomorrow.

How did everybody else do today?

Deb

Good job Deb, but don't forget, we are supposed to use all of our points, espcially when you are working out. I know, I know, i am bad for it too, but it really does help to stay nourished.

I took them (well technically my husband took them). I got 4 shots, one from each perspective. The back shot is what really makes me go "yuck!" Its not my butt or my thighs it is my actual back. I am so wide! I plan on taking the same 4 shots in the same suit every Friday. When i start to see progress, I may just post them. Right now, NO WAY!:rotfl2:

Oh and :welcome: to our little group!

I want to see that photo!! You have to share!!

I think you're doing great! Baggy jeans is such a good thing!:cheer2:

Yeah, baggy jeans are cool, but they sure look like crap. You know what I am talking about, the baggy bum and the droopy front. They kind of make you feel frumpy and dumpy. But, another 7.2 lbs and I will reward myself with some new ones :)

Have a good day ladies!!

[NC State]

I was really happy because my beginers pilates DVD came in today. I open it and it was the Men's Pilates...I contacted the Ebay seller and he was really nice about it and he's sending the correct one out tomorrow.

[NC State]

I also have not excersized enough.



You eat and sound like me. Durning the Biggest Loser last night I got on the floor and did a few things just so I wasn't just "sitting".

I started Jan 4th at 200 lb, I have never weighted this much and I'm 5'1" so I look like a tea pot! I keep looking at a picture of myself in 2005 when I was 145 lbs, boy I can't believe I let myself go!

[Dizneydawn]

You eat and sound like me. Durning the Biggest Loser last night I got on the floor and did a few things just so I wasn't just "sitting".

I started Jan 4th at 200 lb, I have never weighted this much and I'm 5'1" so I look like a tea pot! I keep looking at a picture of myself in 2005 when I was 145 lbs, boy I can't believe I let myself go!

I understand...I look like Mrs. Potato Head...skinny legs and huge body...

I saw myself in the mirror yesterday and said...what the heck...I am wider sideways than I thought I was and that is after losing 15 pounds...what did I look like before? I am tracking all food on sparkpeople and loving it...helps me be accountable...not perfect...but accountable...

Thinking of having an agreement with my fiance...if I make my goals...I get a 20 minute massage...if no goal...no massage...I love them and that may actually make it work for me...gotta want something daily for this crud...I am greedy...:rotfl2:

[dairyou]

I was really happy because my beginers pilates DVD came in today. I open it and it was the Men's Pilates...I contacted the Ebay seller and he was really nice about it and he's sending the correct one out tomorrow.

:( :( I hope you get it soon. It's so hard when you're ready to start and you don't have all the tools. I'm glad he was so nice and didn't give you grief about it.

[natenapril]

I officially started today. I've drank 5 cups of water and did not have any Pepsi yet! Though it is only 10:00 am...lol

How are the rest of you doing?

Deb

I have had about 6 glasses. My weakness is sweat tea. But I have a headache now.
Hey Deb--you did great yesterday with your points and food choices..good for you. so did you stay away from the evil Pepsi??? :rotfl2:





sorry about the weather...thats the worst when you feel trapped in the house with food that is all around you. I hope you had some healthy choices to choose from ..if not..it was just one day and you can have a good clean start for today





Welcome...arent pix a great motivator. I took mine the other night and ACK.,,it was downright scary..totally different then I envision myself in my own mind,lol
but I have to tell you,your pix arent brutal. You definitely dont look your weight. I heard turbojam was cool,so that will be a great help and water and fruits and veggies are really your friends!! They will fill you up so that you wont need to have the other junk. Just keep the foods prepared in your fridge,like cut up fruit or carrot sticks with a healthy hummus or dip. know what your triggers are and try to plan ahead for them.you can do this!!!



Im doing okay,yesterday I had a great start on my green smoothies plan but then caved at dinnertime and had a cooked vegan meal,not bad at all compared to the way Ive eaten in the past so all in all it was a good day.
so far this morning,,im off to another good tasty green smoothie for breakfast. yesterdays smoothie for lunch did not do it for me at all,,bad combos or something,,,it had basil in it which Ive never had before so that might be it..but Im having a pineapple gazpacho for lunch and it looks yummy.

hope you all have a great day!!!! :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

The piscture was a great motivator for me. I cringe evertime I see itLOL.

Laughed at the pic cause we are so much alike...except I am 5'4 so picture your weight and 8 inches shorter...:scared: see now don't you feel better?

I can tell you that one of the secrets I have...is the thread I started on this section over a year ago...daily interaction ( like 3-4 pages of posts a day) with awesome women who hold each other accountable and still lend an understanding ear...we have not all posted pics of progress though...so I am glad this thread was started...I think we need to go recruit from some other threads to get more pics here...we could all use motivation...so let's get this thread hopping!:grouphug:

LOL!! Thanks! I just feel yucky KWIM? I really appreciate the support.

You know, I had to look at the photo twice, but you really do not look 258. Isn't it funny how we can pick apart our own photos, but yet look at someone else's and not see flaws?

You can lose the 30 lbs, I know you can!!

Amy

Thanks for the support! What's the old saying about being your own worst critic? That's probably me. I am working on it though.

[natenapril]

I forgot to add I have a huge pot of cabbage soup simmering now. I had the recipe from WW. It has 0 pts. I am going to give it a try for lunches and have a bowl before dinner to fill me up. Hopefully it will help. I tend to eat more at dinner.:confused3

[ScubaD]

Here are three photos taken over the last 2.5 years.

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/th_37.jpg
This is my DW and me on the DCL in 2006

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/th_EastCoastApril2008201.jpg
We picked up our DS, Ryan, from Coast Guard A-School in April 2008. Virginia was/is great. Can't wait to go back. Ryan is joining me at the 1/2 marathon in January.

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/th_Haiti2008163.jpg
My DW and me visiting our sponsor daughter in Haiti in July of 2008.

[50sjayne]

This is me at Thanksgiving (with my stepdad ;-)) at 175, the highest weight I've ever been. I'm at 164 now and we're going up to Portland this weekend so I'll get another pic while were up there.
http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y157/ElysiumPeace/MeMikeThanksgiving640x480.jpg

[dairyou]

Welcome everyone! I can't see your pictures yet because I'm at work. Just think how fun it will be to look back when we've all lost some weight :)

Naten, maybe instead of going cold turkey you can treat yourself to sweet tea once a week or maybe instead of having 2 cups you can have a half a cup a day. Maybe your headaches won't be so bad. I love Pepsi so I tell myself I can have it (extra WW points) but I haven't had a drink yet. I keep playing with how I can spend those extra 35 points...lol It's a total mind game for me.

Last night I really wanted the Lorna Doone 100 calorie pack. I wasn't hungry I just wanted it. I brushed my teeth and call it a night. I know once I brush my teeth I stop eating. It took my an hour or two to get to that decision though..

I started WW last Saturday, but didn't diet until Tuesday. I'm thinking about not weighing this Saturday and waiting til the next. I also know if I don't loose anything I'll be in jepordy of quiting. A few extra days may help me.

Keep up the good work everyone!

Deb

[Krisi616]

I posted in the beginning that I was going to post a picture but then went to Disneyland. So here is a picture I took Jan 1st:
http://krisi616.smugmug.com/photos/459670646_dE49Z-XL.jpg


And here is one from Disneyland (with my big butt over that little fence - I thought I would break).
http://krisi616.smugmug.com/photos/458827130_3RPgX-M.jpg


I started at 280.2 and am now 274.2 (was down to 269.8 prior to Disneyland :sad: ). Both look pretty bad! That one from the first I don't even have any ****s now -- used to be big (then nursed 2 kids for 13 months each and now they are flat and flabby!).

I am not writing my food out - I have in the past and it does help but with two little ones now I get held accountable by them - they always want some of the "bad" stuff and I won't let them have it so they tell me I can't have it either! I just don't have the extra time to write it down each day - if I feel it becomes a problem I will take something away I enjoy (scrapbooking, photograpy, etc.) but I don't want to!

[Krisi616]

Welcome everyone! I can't see your pictures yet because I'm at work. Just think how fun it will be to look back when we've all lost some weight :)

Naten, maybe instead of going cold turkey you can treat yourself to sweet tea once a week or maybe instead of having 2 cups you can have a half a cup a day. Maybe your headaches won't be so bad. I love Pepsi so I tell myself I can have it (extra WW points) but I haven't had a drink yet. I keep playing with how I can spend those extra 35 points...lol It's a total mind game for me.

Last night I really wanted the Lorna Doone 100 calorie pack. I wasn't hungry I just wanted it. I brushed my teeth and call it a night. I know once I brush my teeth I stop eating. It took my an hour or two to get to that decision though..

I started WW last Saturday, but didn't diet until Tuesday. I'm thinking about not weighing this Saturday and waiting til the next. I also know if I don't loose anything I'll be in jepordy of quiting. A few extra days may help me.

Keep up the good work everyone!

Deb


Great job on not eating those cookies. My rule is I have to drink a full glass of water before any treat (which would be ONE cookie, ONE hershey kiss, ONE anything I am wanting but doesn't qualify as healthy) so if I want TWO kisses then TWO full glasses of water - I usually do one glass one kiss then another glass ... by the time I am done another full glass I don't want that second kiss!

[mom2faith]

I understand...I look like Mrs. Potato Head...skinny legs and huge body...

I saw myself in the mirror yesterday and said...what the heck...I am wider sideways than I thought I was and that is after losing 15 pounds...what did I look like before? I am tracking all food on sparkpeople and loving it...helps me be accountable...not perfect...but accountable...

Thinking of having an agreement with my fiance...if I make my goals...I get a 20 minute massage...if no goal...no massage...I love them and that may actually make it work for me...gotta want something daily for this crud...I am greedy...:rotfl2:

OK - I almost spit out my drink picturing Mrs. Potato head - LOL!!:rotfl2:

I love the idea of rewards, and am doing that myself. A massage is a great one. My first one is new jeans, but maybe I will have to adjust that ;) Great idea!!

Welcome everyone! I can't see your pictures yet because I'm at work. Just think how fun it will be to look back when we've all lost some weight :)

Naten, maybe instead of going cold turkey you can treat yourself to sweet tea once a week or maybe instead of having 2 cups you can have a half a cup a day. Maybe your headaches won't be so bad. I love Pepsi so I tell myself I can have it (extra WW points) but I haven't had a drink yet. I keep playing with how I can spend those extra 35 points...lol It's a total mind game for me.

Last night I really wanted the Lorna Doone 100 calorie pack. I wasn't hungry I just wanted it. I brushed my teeth and call it a night. I know once I brush my teeth I stop eating. It took my an hour or two to get to that decision though..

I started WW last Saturday, but didn't diet until Tuesday. I'm thinking about not weighing this Saturday and waiting til the next. I also know if I don't loose anything I'll be in jepordy of quiting. A few extra days may help me.

Keep up the good work everyone!

Deb

Deb - go weigh in. Do not put it off. You are doing really good based on what you have written here and even a 1 or 2 lb weight loss is better than not going at all. We are not on the Biggest Loser, we are real people and we should expect to lose 1 to 2 lbs per week. I know that sounds frightening (trust me at 2 lbs per week that is 31 weeks for me - or 6 MONTHS!!). But we have to remember we did not get this way over night and we cannot expect to undo it overnight either.

Great job on not eating those cookies. My rule is I have to drink a full glass of water before any treat (which would be ONE cookie, ONE hershey kiss, ONE anything I am wanting but doesn't qualify as healthy) so if I want TWO kisses then TWO full glasses of water - I usually do one glass one kiss then another glass ... by the time I am done another full glass I don't want that second kiss!


Great idea!! I am going to do this!!

Amy

[mom2faith]

I posted this on my W.I.S.H. Journal, but I thought I would share here too.

This commercial brought tears to my eyes, I want this to be me in 2009/2010!!

Enjoy everyone!!

http://www.jennycraig.com/new_commercial

Amy

[NC State]

I finally made it to work today and I walked and co-workers ...."hey, we have 2 boxes of donuts want some". I thanked them but I told them my oatmeal was so much better....yea, I was strong! (now, I keep thinking about those donuts)

[dairyou]

OK - I almost spit out my drink picturing Mrs. Potato head - LOL!!:rotfl2:

I love the idea of rewards, and am doing that myself. A massage is a great one. My first one is new jeans, but maybe I will have to adjust that ;) Great idea!!



Deb - go weigh in. Do not put it off. You are doing really good based on what you have written here and even a 1 or 2 lb weight loss is better than not going at all. We are not on the Biggest Loser, we are real people and we should expect to lose 1 to 2 lbs per week. I know that sounds frightening (trust me at 2 lbs per week that is 31 weeks for me - or 6 MONTHS!!). But we have to remember we did not get this way over night and we cannot expect to undo it overnight either.




Great idea!! I am going to do this!!

Amy

I'm worried I won't even loose 1 pound. That's what stops me from going since I officially didn't start dieting until Tuesday. It hasn't been a whole week yet...but it feels like a month already...lol

[dairyou]

Does anyone know how many pounds you have to loose to feel it in your clothing? My jeans are a little tight so I'm hoping that I'll be able to feel it at 8 lbs or so. Plus that will keep me motivated!

Deb

[dairyou]

Here are three photos taken over the last 2.5 years.

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/th_37.jpg
This is my DW and me on the DCL in 2006

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/th_EastCoastApril2008201.jpg
We picked up our DS, Ryan, from Coast Guard A-School in April 2008. Virginia was/is great. Can't wait to go back. Ryan is joining me at the 1/2 marathon in January.

http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/th_Haiti2008163.jpg
My DW and me visiting our sponsor daughter in Haiti in July of 2008.

Welcome Scuba. I think so far you are the only "man" on this post ;) Now we'll be jealous of the weight you loose since we all know men loose it faster....lol

Deb

[dairyou]

Great job on not eating those cookies. My rule is I have to drink a full glass of water before any treat (which would be ONE cookie, ONE hershey kiss, ONE anything I am wanting but doesn't qualify as healthy) so if I want TWO kisses then TWO full glasses of water - I usually do one glass one kiss then another glass ... by the time I am done another full glass I don't want that second kiss!

That's a great idea since I really don't like drinking water! That's better than my brushing teeth theory since if I really want it I can go brush my teeth again :)

[dairyou]

I finally made it to work today and I walked and co-workers ...."hey, we have 2 boxes of donuts want some". I thanked them but I told them my oatmeal was so much better....yea, I was strong! (now, I keep thinking about those donuts)

Good Job! I read in another post today (Community Board) that someone ate their Weight Watchers frozen entree, drank their water ect and then went and had a filled doughnut ;) I guess one of her coworkers brought in doughnut. I'm so proud of you!

Now someone brought in a carton of Biscotti covered with chocolate from Costco today. I really wanted one even though it's one of those items I wouldn't eat if I wasn't dieting. I resisted but since it came from Costco, you know it'll take a while for everyone to finish!

Deb

[mom2faith]

Hi everyone!!

Just a quick note to wish everyone a great weekend!! RESIST those lazy, weekend temptations!!

We are going out tonight and I am trying to decide what to drink that will not be "that" bad. I mean Paralyzers are all fat and that is what I usually drink. I do not want to skip it all together as I want to incorporate this into my life, not delete these things altogether. So I am off to search less fatty drinks online.

Last night both DH and I were craving fast food, so we resisted by making burgers with whole grain buns and fries (baked not deep fried) at home. Not a great meal, but it satisfied our craving in a healthier way.

Tomorrow I am going to an all day Scrapbooking event and there will be trouble!! I always snack at those events. So this time I am bringing my water bottle, my lo-cal hot chocolate mix and hoping to drown that cravings with water!! We will see how that goes :(

Well, again, have a great weekend everyone!!

Amy

(Oh, and Deb, GO WEIGH IN!!!)

[dairyou]

Amy, I'm still thinking about it ;)

Good luck at the scrapbooking event. I know how those can be with all the goodies. Maybe you can just have a few of those goodies and be happy with that? People bring those yummy stuff and it's so hard to resist!

Deb

[natenapril]

Naten, maybe instead of going cold turkey you can treat yourself to sweet tea once a week or maybe instead of having 2 cups you can have a half a cup a day. Maybe your headaches won't be so bad. I love Pepsi so I tell myself I can have it (extra WW points) but I haven't had a drink yet. I keep playing with how I can spend those extra 35 points...lol It's a total mind game for me.

Last night I really wanted the Lorna Doone 100 calorie pack. I wasn't hungry I just wanted it. I brushed my teeth and call it a night. I know once I brush my teeth I stop eating. It took my an hour or two to get to that decision though..

I started WW last Saturday, but didn't diet until Tuesday. I'm thinking about not weighing this Saturday and waiting til the next. I also know if I don't loose anything I'll be in jepordy of quiting. A few extra days may help me.

Keep up the good work everyone!

Deb



I did give in and had a child size glass at dinner with some tylenol. And then finished my water. UUGH I am tired of water:joker:

Great job on not eating those cookies. My rule is I have to drink a full glass of water before any treat (which would be ONE cookie, ONE hershey kiss, ONE anything I am wanting but doesn't qualify as healthy) so if I want TWO kisses then TWO full glasses of water - I usually do one glass one kiss then another glass ... by the time I am done another full glass I don't want that second kiss!

I need to give this a try!:thumbsup2

Hi everyone!!

Just a quick note to wish everyone a great weekend!! RESIST those lazy, weekend temptations!!

We are going out tonight and I am trying to decide what to drink that will not be "that" bad. I mean Paralyzers are all fat and that is what I usually drink. I do not want to skip it all together as I want to incorporate this into my life, not delete these things altogether. So I am off to search less fatty drinks online.

Last night both DH and I were craving fast food, so we resisted by making burgers with whole grain buns and fries (baked not deep fried) at home. Not a great meal, but it satisfied our craving in a healthier way.

Tomorrow I am going to an all day Scrapbooking event and there will be trouble!! I always snack at those events. So this time I am bringing my water bottle, my lo-cal hot chocolate mix and hoping to drown that cravings with water!! We will see how that goes :(

Well, again, have a great weekend everyone!!

Amy

(Oh, and Deb, GO WEIGH IN!!!)

Man, I LOVE fast food. Which is why I am here:upsidedow But CONGRATS on making a great choice and staying strong!!

Amy, I'm still thinking about it ;)

Good luck at the scrapbooking event. I know how those can be with all the goodies. Maybe you can just have a few of those goodies and be happy with that? People bring those yummy stuff and it's so hard to resist!

Deb


You may be surprised when you weigh yourself! GOOD LUCK!:thumbsup2

[NC State]

I been wanting a Pizza Hut pizza, so I made my own and it was great! I'm still within my points for today with two left over for a snack before bed.

[natenapril]

I been wanting a Pizza Hut pizza, so I made my own and it was great! I'm still within my points for today with two left over for a snack before bed.

It's funny you mention PIZZA Hut! My DH is bringing home Papa Murphy's tonight:scared1: I am going to make a HuGE salad and try to only eat a small piece. Weekends are so hard around here.:upsidedow

[dairyou]

I hate when I feel like I cheated but I really didn't :( Ugh. I had two servings of pasta tonight. It was sundried tomatoe with a 1/4 cup of olive oil between 4 servings. Some parmasan cheese...like 4 tablespoons. I still have my 35 extra points for the week and have 6 activity points so I know I haven't gone over. I just feel like I did by eating double servings. It was so tasty I had to have another serving! After dinner I did more exercise. I still feel like I failed. I have to realize this is the way I am. I do it exactly right or not at all. I have to learn to be in the middle somewhere.


Deb

[natenapril]

I hate when I feel like I cheated but I really didn't :( Ugh. I had two servings of pasta tonight. It was sundried tomatoe with a 1/4 cup of olive oil between 4 servings. Some parmasan cheese...like 4 tablespoons. I still have my 35 extra points for the week and have 6 activity points so I know I haven't gone over. I just feel like I did by eating double servings. It was so tasty I had to have another serving! After dinner I did more exercise. I still feel like I failed. I have to realize this is the way I am. I do it exactly right or not at all. I have to learn to be in the middle somewhere.


Deb



Try not to be so hard on yourself. Count up the pts. you used and keep up the good work. Everyone splurges sometimes. Just pick yourself up and get back on the wagon. No big deal. You CAN do this!!:cheer2:

April
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[NC State]

I lost 4 lbs this week! For a total of 10 lbs, now I just have 45 lbs to lose! WOW I feel so good about this.

[dairyou]

Try not to be so hard on yourself. Count up the pts. you used and keep up the good work. Everyone splurges sometimes. Just pick yourself up and get back on the wagon. No big deal. You CAN do this!!:cheer2:

April
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Thanks! It's so encouraging to hear someone else say I didn't fail. It is no big deal but it takes a while for my oldself to go away...

Deb

[dairyou]

I lost 4 lbs this week! For a total of 10 lbs, now I just have 45 lbs to lose! WOW I feel so good about this.

Wow! 4 lbs is fantastic!:thumbsup2 :cheer2:

That'll carry you for another week. Keep up the good work.

Deb

[natenapril]

YEAH NC STATE!! 10lbs is alot. 2 bags of sugar are now gone from your body.:cool1: :cool1:

[mom2faith]

I been wanting a Pizza Hut pizza, so I made my own and it was great! I'm still within my points for today with two left over for a snack before bed.

MMMMM PIza Hut (she says in her Homer Simpson voice!!)

Good fo ryou for making your own!!

I lost 4 lbs this week! For a total of 10 lbs, now I just have 45 lbs to lose! WOW I feel so good about this.

YEAH!! Congrats!!!:cheer2:

Thanks! It's so encouraging to hear someone else say I didn't fail. It is no big deal but it takes a while for my oldself to go away...

Deb
You have to erase FAILURE from your vocab!! (Sorry to sound bossy ;) ) We all have bumps in the road! And we all have LIFE!! Remember to not look at this as a diet, but a lifestyle change!! Diet is a 4 letter word!! We are changing our lives and there are times that we are going to struggle!! We have to overcome these struggles and face them and then move on!!

OK Off my soapbox :)

So, for me, not so good, but livable:

Friday - Drinks and Dessert mmmmmm it was all so good!! I had lots of water and limited the drinks, but I did enjoy a couple of samples of dessert.

Saturday - Crop. Did goo until the afternoon and then I munched, had too much supper, and did not drink enough water. BAD BAD DAY!!

Sunday - bad day!! Had leftovers from Friday (chips and dessert) that were hanging around the house. I should've thrown them out, but I thought I would be strong. Yup, I was wrong. I was not strong and I ate some of each. Oh well.

So Friday morning I was at 202.0 which is down 10 lbs!! And today I am at 205.0 which is back up 3 :upsidedow ROLLAR COASTER!!!!

Oh well, another week and this one will be better, right???

[dairyou]

MMMMM PIza Hut (she says in her Homer Simpson voice!!)

Good fo ryou for making your own!!



YEAH!! Congrats!!!:cheer2:


You have to erase FAILURE from your vocab!! (Sorry to sound bossy ;) ) We all have bumps in the road! And we all have LIFE!! Remember to not look at this as a diet, but a lifestyle change!! Diet is a 4 letter word!! We are changing our lives and there are times that we are going to struggle!! We have to overcome these struggles and face them and then move on!!

OK Off my soapbox :)

So, for me, not so good, but livable:

Friday - Drinks and Dessert mmmmmm it was all so good!! I had lots of water and limited the drinks, but I did enjoy a couple of samples of dessert.

Saturday - Crop. Did goo until the afternoon and then I munched, had too much supper, and did not drink enough water. BAD BAD DAY!!

Sunday - bad day!! Had leftovers from Friday (chips and dessert) that were hanging around the house. I should've thrown them out, but I thought I would be strong. Yup, I was wrong. I was not strong and I ate some of each. Oh well.

So Friday morning I was at 202.0 which is down 10 lbs!! And today I am at 205.0 which is back up 3 :upsidedow ROLLAR COASTER!!!!

Oh well, another week and this one will be better, right???

Hang in there! Don't be discouraged! Time to get back up on the horse and start again. At least you are aware and now you can take care of it :)

Deb

[dairyou]

I went to WW on Saturday and didn't weigh in so I'm excited for Saturday coming up. Weekends seems easier for me because since I don't have to work I usually eat around 11:00. I know, it's bad to skip breakfast but I wasn't hungry and normally I'm not a breakfast eater. But I had more points to spread out during the day.

Last night I had 5 extra points so I had a little piece of brownie and a few Doritos. Yum...what a difference between baked chips!

How did everyone else do?

Deb

[natenapril]

So, for me, not so good, but livable:

Friday - Drinks and Dessert mmmmmm it was all so good!! I had lots of water and limited the drinks, but I did enjoy a couple of samples of dessert.

Saturday - Crop. Did goo until the afternoon and then I munched, had too much supper, and did not drink enough water. BAD BAD DAY!!

Sunday - bad day!! Had leftovers from Friday (chips and dessert) that were hanging around the house. I should've thrown them out, but I thought I would be strong. Yup, I was wrong. I was not strong and I ate some of each. Oh well.

So Friday morning I was at 202.0 which is down 10 lbs!! And today I am at 205.0 which is back up 3 :upsidedow ROLLAR COASTER!!!!

Oh well, another week and this one will be better, right???

But you are DOWN 10!! And soooo close to ONEderland!!!! You are going great!! Keep up the good work!!!:cheer2:

[natenapril]

I went to WW on Saturday and didn't weigh in so I'm excited for Saturday coming up. Weekends seems easier for me because since I don't have to work I usually eat around 11:00. I know, it's bad to skip breakfast but I wasn't hungry and normally I'm not a breakfast eater. But I had more points to spread out during the day.

Last night I had 5 extra points so I had a little piece of brownie and a few Doritos. Yum...what a difference between baked chips!

How did everyone else do?

Deb


I think I am more excited to find out how much you have lost than I am for me!! The suspense is killing me:lmao:

I tried my Turbo JAM video today. I only did the 20 min video and was soaked with sweat and thought I was going to die.:upsidedow But excercising in the morning gives me more energy for the rest of the day.

So all my water is done for the day but we are going Bowling:scared1: Lots of fried food:rolleyes2

[dairyou]

I think I am more excited to find out how much you have lost than I am for me!! The suspense is killing me:lmao:

I tried my Turbo JAM video today. I only did the 20 min video and was soaked with sweat and thought I was going to die.:upsidedow But excercising in the morning gives me more energy for the rest of the day.

So all my water is done for the day but we are going Bowling:scared1: Lots of fried food:rolleyes2

At least you worked out so you'll be prepared for the fried foods :) Turbo Jam sounds like hard core exercise!

How much are you going to work out with that video.

Deb

PS...I dying to find out too....or maybe not what if I gain...lol

[NC State]

I had someone at work today ask me if I had lost some weight (they didn't know that I was on WW now). So that made me feel really good that people are beginning to notice. With only 10 lbs I'm not having to go to a smaller size yet.

It's here my beginners Pilates DVD came in today. My husband just gave it to me when I'm needing to go to bed. Well, I'll try it out tomorrow!

[dairyou]

I had someone at work today ask me if I had lost some weight (they didn't know that I was on WW now). So that made me feel really good that people are beginning to notice. With only 10 lbs I'm not having to go to a smaller size yet.

It's here my beginners Pilates DVD came in today. My husband just gave it to me when I'm needing to go to bed. Well, I'll try it out tomorrow!

Let us know how it is. I've been working on my Pilates machine and I can tell by 4 sessions that my back feels stronger and my tendonitis is not so bad.

I hope you like it!

Deb

[natenapril]

At least you worked out so you'll be prepared for the fried foods :) Turbo Jam sounds like hard core exercise!

How much are you going to work out with that video.

Deb

PS...I dying to find out too....or maybe not what if I gain...lol

I was going to do the video 5 days a week. But I am soooo sore today after using it yesterday. So I am thinking I need to start out at 3 days a week. But I am going to use my Wii fit today for less impact. OH my aching back and legs:lmao:

[dairyou]

I was going to do the video 5 days a week. But I am soooo sore today after using it yesterday. So I am thinking I need to start out at 3 days a week. But I am going to use my Wii fit today for less impact. OH my aching back and legs:lmao:

Yeah, I bet your sore :( I just do a little gardening and I get sore...lol

At lease you know you're working muscles :)

Deb

[natenapril]

Yeah, I bet your sore :( I just do a little gardening and I get sore...lol

At lease you know you're working muscles :)

Deb

That's what my DH said. I am going to give it another try tomorrow morning.

[dairyou]

Well, the recession has finally hit us. DH is on a day to day bases with his job and he is in construction. His job as an electrician has kept him busy this long and for that we are thankful :) We're a little short every month with his unemployment but if I get another parttime job we won't have to dip into savings at all. Being busy with will defintely stop me from eating!

Deb

[NC State]

Well, the recession has finally hit us. DH is on a day to day bases with his job and he is in construction. His job as an electrician has kept him busy this long and for that we are thankful :) We're a little short every month with his unemployment but if I get another parttime job we won't have to dip into savings at all. Being busy with will defintely stop me from eating!

Deb

I feel your pain, my husband knew his job was going out of business so he took another job back in the summer/fall and it's been short every month with us. We were planed to go to WDW in Oct and stay at CSR. Well we moved the date up to "value" season and changed back to Pop. We were able to save $788 just making those changes. But hey, I'm happy we're still going to Disney.;)

[dairyou]

I feel your pain, my husband knew his job was going out of business so he took another job back in the summer/fall and it's been short every month with us. We were planed to go to WDW in Oct and stay at CSR. Well we moved the date up to "value" season and changed back to Pop. We were able to save $788 just making those changes. But hey, I'm happy we're still going to Disney.;)


That's great your husband is willing to go :) There is no way my DH will even think about it :( Any Disney is a good time no matter where you stay ;)

Deb

[natenapril]

Dairyou, Soryy to hear that. Hang in there.

NCState, we will be at Pop Aug 1-5 then we are headed to US/IOA for 2 days. Not sure where we are staying at then. Looks like we will just miss each other.:wave2: Hero Salute made this trip affordable for us.

[natenapril]

Off to do some TurboJam!
How's everyone doing??

[Raenstoirm]

Haven't checked in in a while. I will be taking my 2 week photos tomorrow and I hope to see a difference. The scale is not moving as fast as I would like, but at least it is headed down.

My company is going out of business next month, so I am worried about, well, everything right now, but I suppose Que sera. Right?

[mom2faith]

I had someone at work today ask me if I had lost some weight (they didn't know that I was on WW now). So that made me feel really good that people are beginning to notice. With only 10 lbs I'm not having to go to a smaller size yet.

It's here my beginners Pilates DVD came in today. My husband just gave it to me when I'm needing to go to bed. Well, I'll try it out tomorrow!


Great job!!! I love it when people notice. My friends say they can see it my my chin area, and I can tell because my rings are loose, but I do not seem to notice it too many other places...yet.

Let us know how it is. I've been working on my Pilates machine and I can tell by 4 sessions that my back feels stronger and my tendonitis is not so bad.

I hope you like it!

Deb

I started Yoga in November and then had to quit due to my tonsilectomy. The classes restarted last night (finally) and I can tell a big difference. In November, I was 17 lbs heavier, and it is already so much easier to move now. I actually enjoyed it a lot!! I am looking forward to finishing these classes and looking into Pilates. So, even though, as I said above, I cannot see the difference, I can feel it. YEAH FOR ME!!

Good for you for sticking with your Pilates so far!!:thumbsup2

Well, the recession has finally hit us. DH is on a day to day bases with his job and he is in construction. His job as an electrician has kept him busy this long and for that we are thankful :) We're a little short every month with his unemployment but if I get another parttime job we won't have to dip into savings at all. Being busy with will defintely stop me from eating!

Deb

Sorry to hear this. Check out 5dollardinners.com for some great ways to save on those dinners. You can make most of them fairly healthy (her kids are celiac, so they are already pretty healthy).

Haven't checked in in a while. I will be taking my 2 week photos tomorrow and I hope to see a difference. The scale is not moving as fast as I would like, but at least it is headed down.

My company is going out of business next month, so I am worried about, well, everything right now, but I suppose Que sera. Right?


Still haven't seen those bikini photos!!

I will update later....

Amy

[dairyou]

Haven't checked in in a while. I will be taking my 2 week photos tomorrow and I hope to see a difference. The scale is not moving as fast as I would like, but at least it is headed down.

My company is going out of business next month, so I am worried about, well, everything right now, but I suppose Que sera. Right?

Can't wait to see your photos! I'm going to wait 2 more weeks. It will be officially one month then.

Deb

[dairyou]

Great job!!! I love it when people notice. My friends say they can see it my my chin area, and I can tell because my rings are loose, but I do not seem to notice it too many other places...yet.



I started Yoga in November and then had to quit due to my tonsilectomy. The classes restarted last night (finally) and I can tell a big difference. In November, I was 17 lbs heavier, and it is already so much easier to move now. I actually enjoyed it a lot!! I am looking forward to finishing these classes and looking into Pilates. So, even though, as I said above, I cannot see the difference, I can feel it. YEAH FOR ME!!

Good for you for sticking with your Pilates so far!!:thumbsup2



Sorry to hear this. Check out 5dollardinners.com for some great ways to save on those dinners. You can make most of them fairly healthy (her kids are celiac, so they are already pretty healthy).




Still haven't seen those bikini photos!!

I will update later....

Amy

Thanks for the website. I'll look into it. We're actually thinking about having a renter come live in our 3rd bedroom. That will help financially!

Deb

[dairyou]

I'm going to weight in at WW tomorrow. Wish me luck! I'll report in tomorrow!

Deb

[natenapril]

I'm going to weight in at WW tomorrow. Wish me luck! I'll report in tomorrow!

Deb

Yeah I am excited for you!!!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

I did Turbo jam again today. It's actually kind of fun. I cannot believe I am saying that excercing is fun:upsidedow The music she uses helps alot.


I am taking my 2 younger ones to see Bedtime Stories in an hour. This is our second time to see it. Hopefully I won't overindulge on the Popcornpopcorn::

dairyou, I just realized you live in Sacramento. We lived at Beale AFB last year for 9 months. It's about 30 minutes from Sacramento. Oh how I miss the 7 hour trip to DisneyLand.

[dairyou]

Well...I'm back.

I lost 2.1 pounds in 2 weeks :sad: I feel like I lost 4 pounds. This is why I should not weigh but once a month. I feel like I've stuck to the program, haven't had any Pepsi:sad: , exercised 5 times a week and only lost 2 pounds! My pants feel a little looser. I don't have to suck in my stomach to button them.

I'm still sticking to it but I'm really discouraged.

Naten,

Yes, Beales is pretty close. My mom lives in Pinole which is a little farther than you. Did you shop at the outlet mall alot? Driving 7 hours is good, but flying 1 hour is even better:)

How do you like it in Alaska?

Deb

[NC State]

Deb that's better than gaining 2.5 lbs! I didn't lose any this week, that 4 lbs last week was great but nothing this week. Again, that's better than gaining. I got to get up and move!

[natenapril]

Well...I'm back.

I lost 2.1 pounds in 2 weeks :sad: I feel like I lost 4 pounds. This is why I should not weigh but once a month. I feel like I've stuck to the program, haven't had any Pepsi:sad: , exercised 5 times a week and only lost 2 pounds! My pants feel a little looser. I don't have to suck in my stomach to button them.

I'm still sticking to it but I'm really discouraged.

Naten,

Yes, Beales is pretty close. My mom lives in Pinole which is a little farther than you. Did you shop at the outlet mall alot? Driving 7 hours is good, but flying 1 hour is even better:)

How do you like it in Alaska?

Deb

We love Alaska!! We have been here for 5 years not counting our quick stinit to CA. I am scared of flying (even though I have flown overseas) so driving was the way for us:upsidedow

2 lbs is alot!! Just think of the sticks of butter that are no longer on your body:thumbsup2 And maybe you gained muscle weight which could be why you didn't lose as much as you thought.

[dairyou]

I ate mostly what I wanted at the Superbowl party and I lost 3 more pounds?:confused3 Go figure. DH thinks I'm not eating enough. I told him don't tempt me lol. It's probably true as I haven't been spending my extra 35 points per week. I did use it yesterday for the party so maybe he's right!

Deb

[mom2faith]

Yeah I am excited for you!!!:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

I did Turbo jam again today. It's actually kind of fun. I cannot believe I am saying that excercing is fun:upsidedow The music she uses helps alot.


I am taking my 2 younger ones to see Bedtime Stories in an hour. This is our second time to see it. Hopefully I won't overindulge on the Popcornpopcorn::

dairyou, I just realized you live in Sacramento. We lived at Beale AFB last year for 9 months. It's about 30 minutes from Sacramento. Oh how I miss the 7 hour trip to DisneyLand.

I am glad you enjoy the Turbo Jam. Keep up the good work!!

Well...I'm back.

I lost 2.1 pounds in 2 weeks :sad: I feel like I lost 4 pounds. This is why I should not weigh but once a month. I feel like I've stuck to the program, haven't had any Pepsi:sad: , exercised 5 times a week and only lost 2 pounds! My pants feel a little looser. I don't have to suck in my stomach to button them.

I'm still sticking to it but I'm really discouraged.

Naten,

Yes, Beales is pretty close. My mom lives in Pinole which is a little farther than you. Did you shop at the outlet mall alot? Driving 7 hours is good, but flying 1 hour is even better:)

How do you like it in Alaska?

Deb

You are losing, forget the numbers!! The scale can lie, it really can. Pay attention to how your clothes are fitting and how you are feeling and the weight will come off. I have always found that I am about a week behind. If I have a great week, I lose 1 to 2 lbs and get discouraged, but the next week I may lose 3 to 4 without having a great week. So, see what you are at next week before you get discouraged.

I ate mostly what I wanted at the Superbowl party and I lost 3 more pounds?:confused3 Go figure. DH thinks I'm not eating enough. I told him don't tempt me lol. It's probably true as I haven't been spending my extra 35 points per week. I did use it yesterday for the party so maybe he's right!

Deb

See, as I said above, you are just a few days behind. It will all catch up to you. Keep up the good work!!


Well, I had an OK week. Nothing too great. I finished off January at 201.0 - down 11 lbs from Jan. 3. I was hoping for 13 lbs, so I could be at 199, but hey I will take it.

I have been trying to get pregnant for a while, and on Friday I was put on Parlodel to help. I have been sick ever since. I can barely drink water. I have been able to have some crackers and toast, but that is about it. I know that this is not going to help the weight loss, so I am just trying to stay hydrated. I did not go to work today, and wonder if I will go tomorrow.

So, back to my goals. I want to be at 189 lbs for March 1st, so I have to lose 12 lbs this month.

I am not feeling it in my clothes yet, but I can see a few changes.

Well, hope everyone has a great week!!

Amy

[natenapril]

I am glad you enjoy the Turbo Jam. Keep up the good work!!



I have always found that I am about a week behind. If I have a great week, I lose 1 to 2 lbs and get discouraged, but the next week I may lose 3 to 4 without having a great week. So, see what you are at next week before you get discouraged.






I have been trying to get pregnant for a while, and on Friday I was put on Parlodel to help. I have been sick ever since. I can barely drink water. I have been able to have some crackers and toast, but that is about it. I know that this is not going to help the weight loss, so I am just trying to stay hydrated. I did not go to work today, and wonder if I will go tomorrow.

So, back to my goals. I want to be at 189 lbs for March 1st, so I have to lose 12 lbs this month.

I am not feeling it in my clothes yet, but I can see a few changes.

Well, hope everyone has a great week!!

Amy


I have the same "problem". I will do really well with eating and staying on track with with excercise. Not sure why though!!
Congrats on the weight loss Amy! You are doing great. Here's is some baby dustpixiedust:

I have started working again:sad2: We have some bills we need to pay off so we can buy a house. The good news is I don't snack as much because I am not home around the bad food. I only take a salad and drink to work so that helps. We shall see:p

April

[dairyou]

Amy...Wanted to give you lots of pixiedust: pixiedust: pixiedust: and:grouphug: :grouphug: :grouphug: !

Deb

[mom2faith]

Thank you for all of the pixiedust: !!

We have been trying for about 6 months this time (before this we tried for a year and gave up). It is different with #2, as we are proud parents already and are more relaxed about it. If it happens, it happens, if it doesn't, we have a beautifull little girl that we love to death!!

So, weight loss, not a good week. For someone who has barely eaten, I have not lost any weight either. I am assuming that is because of the dehydration and therefore water retention. I am hoping after Yoga tonight I am back on track.

I have not been eating very well this week as most of my meals consist of crackers or toast, but hey getting sick is part of life too.

Still looking for that Mar 1 goal of 189!!!

Hope everyone is doing good.

Amy

[dairyou]

So how is everyone doing?

[NC State]

I think I have done very good this week, I'll know come Sunday morning. How are you doing?

[dairyou]

I think I have done very good this week, I'll know come Sunday morning. How are you doing?

I think I did good, but weigh in is tomorrow:upsidedow

Deb

[NC State]

How did you do this week Deb?

[dairyou]

I officially lost 2 pounds this week. This will be my last visit as I am on my own now. With DH not working for at least 3 months money will be tight :( I have the plan down now so I believe I will be okay. I only stayed for the meeting 2 times. I get support from you guys:flower3: and my family here at home.

One more week and I'll post a photo. I don't think we'll see much difference in a photo but I know I don't have to suck in my belly to button my pants anymore...lol

Everyone has been pretty quiet :( How are you guys doing?

Deb

[NC State]

Hey 2 lbs is good. I'm doing WW on my own too because of money issues too. I lost 36 lbs with them in 2005 so I know I can do it again. I'm waiting for my 2nd month to take another picture.
-Stephanie

[mom2faith]

Hi All!!

Deb, to be honest, I had to cancel my online subscription too. I used the 3 month deal and that is all. I did go to meetings in 2007, so I figure I will just have to be strong. I know our health and weight come first, but there is a line when you have to make that tough choice. But think how proud we will be for doing it ourselves!!

I am finally under 200 lbs!! I am 199.0!!!:cool1: :cheer2: That means 13 lbs lost since Jan 3!!!

And, today I put on a shirt that I have been waiting to fit, and it FIT!!! YEAH!! Only 4 more lbs and then I will buy myself new jeans!!

Well, I hope everyone else is doing well. Have a great weekend everyone!!

Amy

[dairyou]

Hi All!!

Deb, to be honest, I had to cancel my online subscription too. I used the 3 month deal and that is all. I did go to meetings in 2007, so I figure I will just have to be strong. I know our health and weight come first, but there is a line when you have to make that tough choice. But think how proud we will be for doing it ourselves!!

I am finally under 200 lbs!! I am 199.0!!!:cool1: :cheer2: That means 13 lbs lost since Jan 3!!!

And, today I put on a shirt that I have been waiting to fit, and it FIT!!! YEAH!! Only 4 more lbs and then I will buy myself new jeans!!

Well, I hope everyone else is doing well. Have a great weekend everyone!!

Amy

Wow Amy!:cheer2: :cheer2:

You are doing awesome! I'm so proud of you. I can't wait until I loose enough weight to get a new pair or "smaller" jeans. I'm so excited that you're so close. Those are great motivators.

How's things with the baby?

[NC State]

I was so ready to get weighed this morning and to my surprise I'm still at the 10 lb mark. That's the third week. My husband was so sweet he kept saying "you are doing good I know because that cottage cheese look on your butt is about gone". I know he was trying to make me feel better. He's so affraid that I'm going to get discouraged and stop. I'm not stopping because I feel that I have lost so I'll just keep watching what I eat and count my points. I got to get up and work out that's what I'm not doing.

[Raenstoirm]

I have been sick for 2 weeks and haven't checked in and not much has been happening! I am still not brave enough to post those dear bikini shots, but I will at the end of this month. Hold me to that! I have two weeks to getting looking, well, less "weeble-ish" in it! :rotfl2:

[dairyou]

I have been sick for 2 weeks and haven't checked in and not much has been happening! I am still not brave enough to post those dear bikini shots, but I will at the end of this month. Hold me to that! I have two weeks to getting looking, well, less "weeble-ish" in it! :rotfl2:


Oh, I hope you're feeling better. Did you loose any weight during those 2 weeks you were sick?

I'll be posting a picture soon also, but I don't think you could tell any difference.

Deb

[Raenstoirm]

I actually gained a bit! :confused: I was living off condensed soup and saltines and I rarely eat processed stuff, so it wasn't a real shocker. But I am back on track now!

[mom2faith]

I am still kicking around. No weight loss here since the weekend. I know I am in for a BAD weekend this weekend as we are going away. But, that is OK. It is not like this will happen all the time - once in a while is not too bad.

I was feeling really good and tried on some of my summer clothes to see how "big" they were and found that I am not really losing in bum/hips area yet. It seems to be waist up for me (that is why my shirts are fitting better). Oh well, patience, it will come.

Take care everyone and have a great weekend!! Happy Valentine's Day!!

[dairyou]

I am still kicking around. No weight loss here since the weekend. I know I am in for a BAD weekend this weekend as we are going away. But, that is OK. It is not like this will happen all the time - once in a while is not too bad.

I was feeling really good and tried on some of my summer clothes to see how "big" they were and found that I am not really losing in bum/hips area yet. It seems to be waist up for me (that is why my shirts are fitting better). Oh well, patience, it will come.

Take care everyone and have a great weekend!! Happy Valentine's Day!!

Have a good time away!

I tried on some old clothes that were really tight and now feel good.

Just think if we all keep going another month what a difference it will make!

Keep up the good work everyone!

Deb

[NC State]

After two weeks not losing anything I lost 3 lbs this week! Just 42 lbs to go!

[dairyou]

After two weeks not losing anything I lost 3 lbs this week! Just 42 lbs to go!

:cool1: :banana: :dance3: :woohoo: :cheer2:

Woo hoo! Great job!

I just weighed myself. I lost 1 pound. It's okay though because I haven't been very regimented with my points. We went to Chevy's last night and I had 2 Pepsi...Ugh. So I'm happy with the 1lb!

Deb

[NC State]

:cool1: :banana: :dance3: :woohoo: :cheer2:

Woo hoo! Great job!

I just weighed myself. I lost 1 pound. It's okay though because I haven't been very regimented with my points. We went to Chevy's last night and I had 2 Pepsi...Ugh. So I'm happy with the 1lb!

Deb

That -1 lb is better than +1 lb. Great job!:thumbsup2
-Stephanie

[dairyou]

That -1 lb is better than +1 lb. Great job!:thumbsup2
-Stephanie

Yes, one pound is okay with me. I just feel myself slipping into my old ways. I need to be mindful...

[NC State]

Yes, one pound is okay with me. I just feel myself slipping into my old ways. I need to be mindful...

Don't let yourself do that, think about how you felt before...be strong and think "I can do this for me".:)
-Stephanie

[dairyou]

Don't let yourself do that, think about how you felt before...be strong and think "I can do this for me".:)
-Stephanie

I'm trying. I'm an all or nothing person so I'm learning to be in the middle. If I do one thing off the program I feel like I cheated and ready to give up. So it's been a learning curve for me.

Deb

[dairyou]

Hey Everyone!

How are we all doing?

[NC State]

Just weighed in and I lost 1 lb this week, that's OK with me because it's "that time of the month". I'm staying on track but I"m still not working out. I just can't get myself up and move. I don't have to unbotton my weekend jeans anymore before I would wear a long shirt so you couldn't see that they were unbotton. I'm waiting to take my picture on March 4th it's my two month mark. I keep telling myself think postive, this is for me!
-Stephanie

[JoanneNC]

Can I join?

I don't have any pictures to post but I can post daily and hopefully help others stay on track.

After having 2 kids- I finally lost almost 50lbs and in 2007 became WW lifetime. However, I let life get in the way and I gained 20lb of it back and that is where I am now. I started back 7 weeks ago at 185.8 and now down to 176.6. My loss has been much slower this time but I guess being 2 years older is catching up.
I am not following the new WW momentum program as I am sticking with what I know - the old points system. I also started running - a first for me. I went from computer chair to 5k in 4 weeks so I am tickled pink but definitely fight the daily battle to stick with it. DH and I are also registered for the 2010 Disney 1/2 marathon. He is an avid runner in the Army so obviously he is in great shape but fortunately is very supportive.

Things that seem to work for me.
I have an excel spreadsheet that I track my daily meals. I preplan the night before making sure that I am getting my healthy 8's and it stops me from straying into the bad food category. I am also always eating it seems. I have always followed 5 smaller meals then 3 larger ones. I am not a fruits person so that is a constant battle.

I have read all 8 pages and everyone is doing great.

[NC State]

I agree about planning ahead that works for me. On Saturdays I plan my week in meals so I know what to pickup at the store. I plan each day the night before and write everthing down that I eat....this really works for me. I just need to get out of my computer chair!!

[dairyou]

Can I join?

I don't have any pictures to post but I can post daily and hopefully help others stay on track.

After having 2 kids- I finally lost almost 50lbs and in 2007 became WW lifetime. However, I let life get in the way and I gained 20lb of it back and that is where I am now. I started back 7 weeks ago at 185.8 and now down to 176.6. My loss has been much slower this time but I guess being 2 years older is catching up.
I am not following the new WW momentum program as I am sticking with what I know - the old points system. I also started running - a first for me. I went from computer chair to 5k in 4 weeks so I am tickled pink but definitely fight the daily battle to stick with it. DH and I are also registered for the 2010 Disney 1/2 marathon. He is an avid runner in the Army so obviously he is in great shape but fortunately is very supportive.

Things that seem to work for me.
I have an excel spreadsheet that I track my daily meals. I preplan the night before making sure that I am getting my healthy 8's and it stops me from straying into the bad food category. I am also always eating it seems. I have always followed 5 smaller meals then 3 larger ones. I am not a fruits person so that is a constant battle.

I have read all 8 pages and everyone is doing great.

Welcome:dance3:

You are great motivator! I don't think I can ever do a marathon. I hate exercise!

Welcome again, and if you want post a photo!

Deb

[dairyou]

I lost 2 lbs this week.

I'm starting to get used to this lifestyle change but at time it is still hard. I notice I'm very regimented during the week but when the weekend comes I tend to eat a little more. So I'll have a few cookies on Saturday night. I try to not to eat my extra 35 points so I can live a little easier on the weekend :)

Deb

[NC State]

I lost 2 lbs this week.

I'm starting to get used to this lifestyle change but at time it is still hard.
Deb

:cheer2: 2 lbs!!:cheer2:

[JoanneNC]

I lost 2 lbs this week.

I'm starting to get used to this lifestyle change but at time it is still hard. I notice I'm very regimented during the week but when the weekend comes I tend to eat a little more. So I'll have a few cookies on Saturday night. I try to not to eat my extra 35 points so I can live a little easier on the weekend :)

Deb


:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

2lbs in a week is Fabulous!!!
I absolutely must have and thus plan my points accordingly to feed my sweet tooth. I find that the fat free pudding or the skinny cow ice creams (1 pt each) really can do the trick.

[dairyou]

Thanks everyone! 2 lbs keeps me motivated to continue on.

Joanne..I didn't even think about low calorie ice cream. I'll have to check that out. Last night I had a spoonful of cookie dough ice cream and I'm sure it wasn't one point.

Deb

[JoanneNC]

Thanks everyone! 2 lbs keeps me motivated to continue on.

Joanne..I didn't even think about low calorie ice cream. I'll have to check that out. Last night I had a spoonful of cookie dough ice cream and I'm sure it wasn't one point.

Deb

I NEED my ice cream fix so considering the heaping bowl of choc chip cookie dough smothered in magic shell that I was eating - 1 to 2 pt ice cream substitutions is a HUGE improvement for me

[keikojmg]

Can I join in on this too?? I need some motivation!

My name is Jen, I'm 27 years old and last night I joined Weight Watchers. I never lost the 60 pounds from when I had my DS2. And then I gained an extra 20 pounds on top of that! Yikes!!

Today was the first official day of me tracking my points and I think I did a great job. After dinner I still had 6 points left my MIL (who has been doing WW for awhile now) told me that I have to eat those points because it will help me with my weight loss...I feel like I've eaten so much today...lol who ever thought a diet would be that way??

As long as I eat on a regular schedule (which I never did before), keep track of all my points and exercise a few times a week (which I haven't been doing hence 20 pound weight gain AFTER my DS was born).

We're going to WDW at the end of September (my DH's first trip!!) and I want to feel good so I'm not tired the whole time walking around there.

The real shocker was when I got on the scale last night and found out I weighed 280lbs (AHHHH!!). It was a real eye opener for me that I need to do something about this. I know I'm 6ft tall and all, but if I let myself continue on this path, it's going to get uglier.

I would like to lose at least 30lbs before our trip in September. That's a start right? I've never tried to lose weight before like this so I don't know what a good, reachable goal would be.

I will post a pic after I get enough courage to let my DH take one (I've been hiding from camera's for awhile now) and when I figure out how to post on this thing...

I've been reading thread and all you ladies are truly doing an amazing job! Keep up the good work!

[natenapril]

Hey! Not sure if anyone here remembers me!! I was posting for awhile but then got super busy. I decided to get a job to help pay off some bills quicker and I am in school full time. Not counting the running with 3 kiddos.:scared1:

So anyway I have lost a total of 7 lbs since starting. I haven't been able to exercise now that I am working but I am hoping to get a schedule going to get the excercise incorporated back into my daily schedule.


keikojmp, we are similar in height and weight. I am 6 ft and down to 252. I am hoping to lose 50 lbs by our trip in December but would be pretty happy with any weight loss. I have losts of family in Canton. We grew up in the Saint Clairsville area. Small world.:)

[mom2faith]

Hi everyone!!

I was MIA for a couple weeks, but now I am back. I had a great weigh in this morning - I am at 195.6 (down 16.4 lbs since Jan 3!!). Still not at my new jeans, another 0.6 lbs to go, but I am hoping by the weekend that will come off too.

I have been focusing on water and portions. I kind of gave up counting points so I really am not officially a Weight Watcher anymore, but I am sticking to my new look at food. I find that I no longer eat when I am not hungry, and it is not even that hard anymore. I just chose not to eat, and that is that.

My only downfall is salty foods, so I try to keep them to a minimum and drink a lot of water with them. Oh, and alcohol on the weekends, but then too I drink a glass of water between each drink. Therefore I drink less alcohol and stay hydrated with the water.

Still waiting to find out if I am pregnant, will know this weekend. I am torn between excited to get pregnant and have a baby and not excited about the weight gain!! But this time I have sworn I will not "eat for 2" like I did last time. I will eat healthy balanced meals until I feel satisfied (this is much easier to say right now when I am not craving ice cream like I did last time:laughing: )

Welcome newcomers!! I will post some more photos soon, I really want to hit that 20lb mark before I do, but only 3.6 lbs to go!!

Deb, how are you doing? Are you finding it harder without the meetings? Keep us posted.

Talk to you all soon!!

Amy

[ScubaD]

Welcome everyone. It is the end of the month and I will work on posting a photo to show my progress, and since this is a thread about photos, where are the others? This is great motivation to keep us on track.

I started the first phase of my exercising in February, after starting the consumption change in December. I started at 293 pounds and my weigh-in yesterday for the Biggest Loser Challenge was 262.2. I have spent this month on cardio (treadmill, stationary bike) and getting prepared for the half-marathon next January. And because I was an athlete early in life I have ran through the times when I wanted to quit, but I established goals for each workout and I hate not meeting those challenges. And this last Thursday I ran 6 miles, while watching four episodes of the Simpson's second season.

This month I will add another type of workout, along with the cardio. I have not decided yet, but probably more crunch workouts to work on my "washboards":rolleyes1

So sometime today I will post my starting photo and end of February photo as an update.

How about everyone else?

Dave

[ScubaD]

Well here we are. Over two months on a new lifestyle and I think I see a difference. I know my clothes fit MUCH better and I feel healthier. I do have much more weight to lose but I know it takes time and effort. After all, gaining the weight takes time and no effort, so I guess the choice is clear.

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/Dec20081.jpg
My DW and I in Disneyland this last Christmas (293 pounds). Just witnessed the proposal of our future son-in-law and our daughter the night before, after the fireworks on Main Street.:thumbsup2

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/Feb20092.jpg
Photo taken February 28th (262.2 pounds). There is a little change, with more to come.:cool1:

See you all again at the end of March. I will learn how to create smaller photos by then.

Dave

[dairyou]

Can I join in on this too?? I need some motivation!

My name is Jen, I'm 27 years old and last night I joined Weight Watchers. I never lost the 60 pounds from when I had my DS2. And then I gained an extra 20 pounds on top of that! Yikes!!

Today was the first official day of me tracking my points and I think I did a great job. After dinner I still had 6 points left my MIL (who has been doing WW for awhile now) told me that I have to eat those points because it will help me with my weight loss...I feel like I've eaten so much today...lol who ever thought a diet would be that way??

As long as I eat on a regular schedule (which I never did before), keep track of all my points and exercise a few times a week (which I haven't been doing hence 20 pound weight gain AFTER my DS was born).

We're going to WDW at the end of September (my DH's first trip!!) and I want to feel good so I'm not tired the whole time walking around there.

The real shocker was when I got on the scale last night and found out I weighed 280lbs (AHHHH!!). It was a real eye opener for me that I need to do something about this. I know I'm 6ft tall and all, but if I let myself continue on this path, it's going to get uglier.

I would like to lose at least 30lbs before our trip in September. That's a start right? I've never tried to lose weight before like this so I don't know what a good, reachable goal would be.

I will post a pic after I get enough courage to let my DH take one (I've been hiding from camera's for awhile now) and when I figure out how to post on this thing...

I've been reading thread and all you ladies are truly doing an amazing job! Keep up the good work!

Welcome, Welcome!:cool1:

We're so glad you joined us. I think your 30lbs is doable. You have a little more than 6 months. That's an average of 5 lbs per month.

I'm glad your feeling full and have extra points at the end. Your mother is right make sure to eat all your points. I found one week that I was trying to go under my daily points and I only lost 1 lbs that week. Due to my great supporters on this thread they told me not to give up and I was able to loose more the next week :)

We look forward to your progress!

Deb

[dairyou]

Hey! Not sure if anyone here remembers me!! I was posting for awhile but then got super busy. I decided to get a job to help pay off some bills quicker and I am in school full time. Not counting the running with 3 kiddos.:scared1:

So anyway I have lost a total of 7 lbs since starting. I haven't been able to exercise now that I am working but I am hoping to get a schedule going to get the excercise incorporated back into my daily schedule.


keikojmp, we are similar in height and weight. I am 6 ft and down to 252. I am hoping to lose 50 lbs by our trip in December but would be pretty happy with any weight loss. I have losts of family in Canton. We grew up in the Saint Clairsville area. Small world.:)

Hey! Welcome back. Of course we remember you. I think that it is great you're working. It helps pay the bills and it keeps me from eating when I stay home all day. 7lbs is great. You must feel it in your clothes!

Deb

[dairyou]

Hi everyone!!

I was MIA for a couple weeks, but now I am back. I had a great weigh in this morning - I am at 195.6 (down 16.4 lbs since Jan 3!!). Still not at my new jeans, another 0.6 lbs to go, but I am hoping by the weekend that will come off too.

I have been focusing on water and portions. I kind of gave up counting points so I really am not officially a Weight Watcher anymore, but I am sticking to my new look at food. I find that I no longer eat when I am not hungry, and it is not even that hard anymore. I just chose not to eat, and that is that.

My only downfall is salty foods, so I try to keep them to a minimum and drink a lot of water with them. Oh, and alcohol on the weekends, but then too I drink a glass of water between each drink. Therefore I drink less alcohol and stay hydrated with the water.

Still waiting to find out if I am pregnant, will know this weekend. I am torn between excited to get pregnant and have a baby and not excited about the weight gain!! But this time I have sworn I will not "eat for 2" like I did last time. I will eat healthy balanced meals until I feel satisfied (this is much easier to say right now when I am not craving ice cream like I did last time:laughing: )

Welcome newcomers!! I will post some more photos soon, I really want to hit that 20lb mark before I do, but only 3.6 lbs to go!!

Deb, how are you doing? Are you finding it harder without the meetings? Keep us posted.

Talk to you all soon!!

Amy

Hey Amy!:banana:

You are doing great on your plan! I have been on plan but not going to meetings. I think one more week of being on plan and then I am trying to go on it by myself. Like you I have the routine down and look at food differently now. I think I will be okay. I love salty foods to. Like chips and Pepsi....or two greasy tacos from jack in the box and a pepsi. Everything goes good with Pepsi...lol

You'll have to let us know if you're pregnant. What an exciting time. You can always diet when you get done having the baby. Plus is faster to loose weight when you are breast feeding? Or is that a myth? Anyways, I'm 45 and have two teenage boys, but if I could I would have had another. Of course it's too late now.

Make sure to keep us posted!

Deb

[dairyou]

Welcome everyone. It is the end of the month and I will work on posting a photo to show my progress, and since this is a thread about photos, where are the others? This is great motivation to keep us on track.

I started the first phase of my exercising in February, after starting the consumption change in December. I started at 293 pounds and my weigh-in yesterday for the Biggest Loser Challenge was 262.2. I have spent this month on cardio (treadmill, stationary bike) and getting prepared for the half-marathon next January. And because I was an athlete early in life I have ran through the times when I wanted to quit, but I established goals for each workout and I hate not meeting those challenges. And this last Thursday I ran 6 miles, while watching four episodes of the Simpson's second season.

This month I will add another type of workout, along with the cardio. I have not decided yet, but probably more crunch workouts to work on my "washboards":rolleyes1

So sometime today I will post my starting photo and end of February photo as an update.

How about everyone else?

Dave

Hi Dave!

You must be so proud of yourself!:cheer2: You're doing great and your photos look good. Do you feel good too ?

Okay, you caught us. We have not been good about posting photos. Especially me since I'm the one who started the thread...lol I promise photos this week. I have to ask someone to take it for me :)

Deb

[dairyou]

Well here we are. Over two months on a new lifestyle and I think I see a difference. I know my clothes fit MUCH better and I feel healthier. I do have much more weight to lose but I know it takes time and effort. After all, gaining the weight takes time and no effort, so I guess the choice is clear.

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/Dec20081.jpg
My DW and I in Disneyland this last Christmas (293 pounds). Just witnessed the proposal of our future son-in-law and our daughter the night before, after the fireworks on Main Street.:thumbsup2

http://i298.photobucket.com/albums/mm250/DaveNess_photos/Feb20092.jpg
Photo taken February 28th (262.2 pounds). There is a little change, with more to come.:cool1:

See you all again at the end of March. I will learn how to create smaller photos by then.

Dave

I like big photos...:thumbsup2

[dairyou]

Okay. I've lost another 3 lbs this week. I am down a total of 10 lbs for the last 1 1/2 months. I've been eating a spoonful of ice cream here and there but have exercised 40 minutes a day (weekdays) on my pilates machine. Like I said before I will go one more week on plan if I loose a little more I'm going to try it on my own without the points :scared1: Scary! I think I'm disciplined enough to do it though.

I went to Target today and tried on a size 10 jeans which were to loose and a size 8 which was a little tight. I'm not going to buy any clothes until I loose more but I'm motivated since I was a size 12 to start with.. Not good on my 5'2" frame!

Okay everyone, keep posting and the good work!

Deb

[dairyou]

Dave,

Just looked at the difference between your two pictures and you can really tell in your face!

Good job!

[NC State]

Good morning everyone. I didn't lose any this week but I didn't gain either so I'm OK. My two month mark will be Wednesday so I went ahead and had my husband to take a picture. I couldn't belive the different in my face, neck and stomach areas. I can now really see my 14 lbs melt away! I did start my pilates Wednesday night (30 mins) and Thursday night (30 mins) but by Friday I could only do 10 mins I was hurting so bad. I took a break and will start back today.

I don't know how to post pictures so I'm sorry I can't share, but beleive me I'm so glad I started a program to lose weight.

-Stephanie

[keikojmg]

Feeling a little discouraged...
I started Weight Watchers last Tuesday. And I have to say that I am doing a really good job of using only my points. I went over one day by 5 points, but that's why they give you the extra 35 points for the week anyway. I've been working out a little bit, but not as much as I should be because of my schedule being so hectic this week.
I'm feeling like my family and my husband aren't being supportive. My husband tonight was trying to get me to eat McDonald's with him after I had already had dinner and I don't have any points left...it's frustrating...I just feel like I don't have a good support system within my family...I don't know, maybe I'm just whining :sad1:

I know I have to do this to get healthy...and like I said, I think doing great, but a part of me really wanted a double cheeseburger from McD's this evening...though I wasn't hungry! ggrrrrrrr

One great thing is that it's been 5 days and no caffine and no SODA!!!! That was the biggest hurdle for me to overcome. I got over the headaches after day 2 and haven't craved it...I know it's been 5 days, but that's a very big step for me :yay:

So we'll see if this is paying off for me on Tuesday when I go to Weight Watchers...I hope I lose at least a pound...I'm just afraid that I'm not going to have lost anything...

Okay I'm done complaining and now I'm going to focus on being postitive!

I can do this right?

Hope everyone is having a good weekend...I'll post again after my meeting on Tuesday!


Jen

[JoanneNC]

Feeling a little discouraged...
I started Weight Watchers last Tuesday. And I have to say that I am doing a really good job of using only my points. I went over one day by 5 points, but that's why they give you the extra 35 points for the week anyway. I've been working out a little bit, but not as much as I should be because of my schedule being so hectic this week.
I'm feeling like my family and my husband aren't being supportive. My husband tonight was trying to get me to eat McDonald's with him after I had already had dinner and I don't have any points left...it's frustrating...I just feel like I don't have a good support system within my family...I don't know, maybe I'm just whining :sad1:

I know I have to do this to get healthy...and like I said, I think doing great, but a part of me really wanted a double cheeseburger from McD's this evening...though I wasn't hungry! ggrrrrrrr

One great thing is that it's been 5 days and no caffine and no SODA!!!! That was the biggest hurdle for me to overcome. I got over the headaches after day 2 and haven't craved it...I know it's been 5 days, but that's a very big step for me :yay:

So we'll see if this is paying off for me on Tuesday when I go to Weight Watchers...I hope I lose at least a pound...I'm just afraid that I'm not going to have lost anything...

Okay I'm done complaining and now I'm going to focus on being postitive!

I can do this right?

Hope everyone is having a good weekend...I'll post again after my meeting on Tuesday!


Jen


Yes you can do this!!!!
Way to go on the soda - gosh I hate those caffeine headaches. I am still drinking my 2 cups of coffee each morning. I cut back to 1 on Saturday and was nearly knocked out by that headache. So I am very impressed by your 5 days.

Definitely don't stress over using any of those 35 extra points. That is what they are there for. When I made my WW lifetime I was ignorant at first to believe that I would do better without them - they are definitely there for a reason. Now I have found that it's best to shock the system - I don't use 5 each day for 7 days. Some weeks I will splurge on a Saturday and have dinner out and use 25 of them - other weeks I may use 1 or 2 all week. This way my body never gets into a pattern/rut.

I hope the scale rewards you BUT even if it doesn't because water retention can be an evil thing - stay positive and realize that you are doing the right thing

[JoanneNC]

Good morning everyone. I didn't lose any this week but I didn't gain either so I'm OK. My two month mark will be Wednesday so I went ahead and had my husband to take a picture. I couldn't belive the different in my face, neck and stomach areas. I can now really see my 14 lbs melt away! I did start my pilates Wednesday night (30 mins) and Thursday night (30 mins) but by Friday I could only do 10 mins I was hurting so bad. I took a break and will start back today.

I don't know how to post pictures so I'm sorry I can't share, but beleive me I'm so glad I started a program to lose weight.

-Stephanie

Not gaining many times is way better than not losing..:yay: :yay:
I am starting week 9 tomorrow and I wished I had taken starting pictures.. I know I definitely lost in my face which definitely makes me feel better.
I am still not seeing results on the scale but my clothes are rewarding me by being big and baggy so I will take that any day.

I started running on Feb 1st and logged 39.34 miles for the month which I will say I am pretty darn proud of from going from computer chair to treadmill practically overnight.

I was lazy this weekend and didn't do anything Friday/Saturday and today was rain all day but I just did 2 miles to clear my head.

So here's to another healthy weekend. Drink water - skip the sweets and walk a few extra steps :cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[keikojmg]

2.4 lbs! I lost 2.4lbs!! It was my first weigh in at Weight Watchers and I lost! Yay me! It is definately what I needed to motivate myself. I feel like now I haven't been doing this for nothing. I know that some weeks I probably won't lose anything but I know that as long as I work hard and keep track of what I eat I CAN do this! :cheer2:

How is everyone else doing??

Can't wait to hear everyone's progress!

Jen

[NC State]

Check in day! I lost 2 lbs, I'm a little slow but I'm losing. I like being on a structure plan, I feel that good planing is the key. Hope everyone had a good week.

[dairyou]

Okay,

Here's my beginning photo:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a384/dairyou/IMG_0437.jpg

Photo from Sunday:

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a384/dairyou/IMG_0541.jpg

Sorry it's so big!

[dairyou]

Last week I was down to loosing 10 lbs. This week I've gained 3lbs. Ugh. We went out 4 nights I had my Pepsi...it was so tasty and I didn't try to order low cal. I also had a baby shower to go to. I'm back on plan today. I'm trying not to get discouraged as I know what I did wrong but that's another 3 lbs I need to loose. Not to mention it's that time and I probably have some water weight or something.

So here's to a good week for everyone!

Deb

[NC State]

Very cute Deb, you look to be a good size now without a lot of dieting. I wished I looked that good in shorts! I have a lot of 8-10 sized shorts but I got to get out these 16 sized ones.
-Stephanie

[dairyou]

Very cute Deb, you look to be a good size now without a lot of dieting. I wished I looked that good in shorts! I have a lot of 8-10 sized shorts but I got to get out these 16 sized ones.
-Stephanie

Thank you very much for your compliment ;) Keep sticking to your plan and think by summer you could be in those old shorts! My goal is to be done with this diet by summer.

Unfortunately I still have a "muffin top" above my waist. Also by medical standards I'm supposed to weigh at the most 137 and I'm 154. I just hide it well with clothing. By medical standards I still have alot to go :(

I want to look good but more important I want to be off my high blood pressure medicine. The doctor keeps telling me I'm borderline diabetic. Eventually when I become a grandma I want to take my grand kids to DisneyWorld and be able to walk around and play with them. I'd like to take them camping and have them stay at my house for the summer. I've seen my mother who can barely walk miss alot with my own children.

Believe me today I wanted to quit. I'm at home today taking care of a sick teenager and it is tempting to stay home and eat what I want. DH is home tomorrow so I'll be able to go to work and be more disciplined. But...we are having a luncheon for a coworker so I'll have to try and beat temptation again tomorrow! It doesn't take much to fall of the wagon and it's hard to get back on track. I had such a good routine going. It worries me that I'll gain the weight back when I'm finally finished with the dreaded process.

Deb

[paintnolish]

I give all of you who posted "unposed" pics credit! Those can be the worst but sometimes the kick in the butt you need! Good luck with the life style change!
A few years ago I lost 50 lbs., going from 18 to a 6. At 5'9", I couldn't maintain the 135 without severe calorie restriction. 140-145 is good for me but a combo of being busy and being stressed (aren't we all) and sheer gluttony and laziness (being honest!) have gotten me to almost 160! I need to lose 15 lbs. by our June trip. I know that may not seem like a lot to some of you, but I lost big a few years ago and my slight gain just illustrates the fact that it is a lifestyle change, not a diet. You can't keep a diet up forever, kwim?
Again, best of luck. I know what a struggle it is!

[NC State]

OK, I joined the gym today. I walked one mile in 19 mins 20 secs. I hurt so bad I came home. I do feel better and I'm not sleepy now, I feel that I can do serveral things before bed!

[keikojmg]

Hey Everyone! I weighed in last night at W.W. and I lost another 3.8lbs!! Yay me! :banana: That makes my total loss for two weeks 6.2 and I'm already starting to feel a little give in my clothing which is nice.

Anyway, I'm off to work, but I wanted to share. Hope everyone else is well!

Jen:cheer2:

[dairyou]

OK, I joined the gym today. I walked one mile in 19 mins 20 secs. I hurt so bad I came home. I do feel better and I'm not sleepy now, I feel that I can do serveral things before bed!

Oh good job! Keep up the good work. I know it's hard and exercizing is not fun at all! I try to keep in mind how good we'll all look someday!

Deb

[dairyou]

Hey Everyone! I weighed in last night at W.W. and I lost another 3.8lbs!! Yay me! :banana: That makes my total loss for two weeks 6.2 and I'm already starting to feel a little give in my clothing which is nice.

Anyway, I'm off to work, but I wanted to share. Hope everyone else is well!

Jen:cheer2:

Wow! You're doing excellent:worship: Another couple of weeks and you'll really feel it in your clothing!

[NC State]

I went to the gym 4 days out of 7 and I walked for 30 mins each day. I'm going 1.66 miles in 30 mins. I feel so much better and I feel that things are firming up. No change in weight so I'm happy!

[dairyou]

Hey Everyone!

It's good to hear all are doing well. I am not loosing weight but gaining weight. I continue to exercise 5 days a week and I just switched to an aerobic video verses my pilates. I miss the pilates because it was starting to get a little easier but maybe that's why I'm not loosing weight. The video is not too difficult I'm just not coordinated...lol

I'm still the same size but the numbers are not going down. I think I'm stressing over this too. Oh well I'll just keep trying. That's all I can do right?

Deb

[keikojmg]

I had my weigh-in last night at WW and I lost another 3.4 lbs :cool1: Making my total weight lost 9.6lbs in three weeks. I definately can start feeling it in my clothing. Sunday I was able to put on a pair of jeans I hadn't worn in over a year and they fit very well.

Hope everyone is doing well. I'll write more later, now I'm off to work!!

Jen:yay:

[dairyou]

I had my weigh-in last night at WW and I lost another 3.4 lbs :cool1: Making my total weight lost 9.6lbs in three weeks. I definately can start feeling it in my clothing. Sunday I was able to put on a pair of jeans I hadn't worn in over a year and they fit very well.

Hope everyone is doing well. I'll write more later, now I'm off to work!!

Jen:yay:


Keep up the good work. I'm so excited for you!

Deb

[NC State]

Checking in for my weekly update. I'm up to 2 miles in 35 mins (at a fast walk). I feel so much better and I'm down another pound. It's just coming off too SLOW!

[dairyou]

You are doing so well. I'm glad you are progressing. I hate walking!

I'm at a stand still. Trying to decide if I'm still going to be overweight or keep going on WW. I still follow the plan but not loosing any weight what so ever. I try to tell myself why I'm doing this but not loosing anything is hard.

Deb

[keikojmg]

I lost another 1.2 lbs this week at my weigh in! I'm up to 10.8 total in one month. I'm pretty darn excited about that. I would have updated sooner, but this week has been killer busy for me. Hope everyone is well!!


Jen:cool1:

[NC State]

I lost another 1.2 lbs this week at my weigh in! I'm up to 10.8 total in one month. I'm pretty darn excited about that. I would have updated sooner, but this week has been killer busy for me. Hope everyone is well!!


Jen:cool1:

Wow you are doing so good, keep up the good work.:thumbsup2

[dairyou]

I lost another 1.2 lbs this week at my weigh in! I'm up to 10.8 total in one month. I'm pretty darn excited about that. I would have updated sooner, but this week has been killer busy for me. Hope everyone is well!!


Jen:cool1:

You're doing great! Keep up the good work.

[NC State]

Deb I have thought about you this week how are you doing?
-Stephanie

[dairyou]

Deb I have thought about you this week how are you doing?
-Stephanie

I'm doing good. Thanks for thinking of me. I've been exercising for over an hour daily just trying to get back to loosing weight. I haven't lost anything for 3 weeks now. It's discouraging but I really want to loose this weight. Now ask me tomorrow and I might quit lol

Our poor thread has been neglected...how is everyone else doing?

Deb

[NC State]

Deb please stay strong for yourself...I hope you hang in there and remember it's for you and no one else. You haven't lost anything for 3 weeks that's great that's means that you haven't gained so you're doing something right. Stay in there girl you can do it.

-Stephanie

[NC State]

Weekly check in, I'm down another pound, it just seems so slow. I only made it to the gym three days this week and that maybe the problem. I'll take a pound as long as I'm not gaining.

[dairyou]

Weekly check in, I'm down another pound, it just seems so slow. I only made it to the gym three days this week and that maybe the problem. I'll take a pound as long as I'm not gaining.

:worship:Great Job!:worship:

Keep up the good work :)

How's everyone else?

[dairyou]

Okay, I jumped on the scale and gained a total of 4 to 5 lbs. I feel bloated so I'm hoping that is a contributing factor. Though I doubt it is a total of 5 lbs though ;)

I've been exercizing like crazy. I guess I told myself it was okay to eat more when I've been exercising but it must not be so. Today is Monday so I'm back to the basics. Following Weight Watchers to the tee is what I'm going to do.

The great thing in all this is when I exercise it's not as hard as it used to be. I can do an hour of my kickboxing video and I'm not dying on the floor. My goal is to be a healthy, active Granny someday so I guess I'm on the right track. The weight will hopefully follow!

Deb

[NC State]

Okay, I jumped on the scale and gained a total of 4 to 5 lbs. I feel bloated so I'm hoping that is a contributing factor. Though I doubt it is a total of 5 lbs though ;)

I've been exercizing like crazy. I guess I told myself it was okay to eat more when I've been exercising but it must not be so. Today is Monday so I'm back to the basics. Following Weight Watchers to the tee is what I'm going to do.

The great thing in all this is when I exercise it's not as hard as it used to be. I can do an hour of my kickboxing video and I'm not dying on the floor. My goal is to be a healthy, active Granny someday so I guess I'm on the right track. The weight will hopefully follow!

Deb

Go Deb,:cheer2: Go Deb:banana:

[dairyou]

Go Deb,:cheer2: Go Deb:banana:

You are too sweet...lol:hug:

[NC State]

Just checking in with no changes....I'll keep on....

[dairyou]

I'm back to a loss of 10lbs since mid January. Thanks especially to NC State for the spur of inspiration!

I'm continuing on :)

Deb

[NC State]

I'm so happy for you. I get really angry with myself because it's coming off so slow.

[dairyou]

I'm so happy for you. I get really angry with myself because it's coming off so slow.

It's never fast enough is it? :(

[NC State]

Checking in a day early, this will be a hard weekend to stay on program. I lost 2 lbs so that means I'm at 20 lbs. I was sick for two days with a virus so I did try to eat rice, pasta and crackers just to keep something down. I will try really hard to pass the Easter candy and we have two Easter dinners to attend with family. I hate to think what the scale will tell me come next weekend! Hope everyone have a wonderful Easter!

[dairyou]

Hi Everyone!

It's been a long time I know! How is everyone?

I've decided to take a break from "dieting". I'm still very careful of what I eat but don't deny myself too much. Yesterday the boys had Baskin Robbins and I stole a few bites from each of them. I'm still not drinking Pepsi. I do notice I let myself have it 2 xs last week and I was starting to crave it again.

I'm still exercising so if I can maintain where I am now and pick up again in a couple of months I will be happy. I was really hoping to be done by summertime, but then we're never really "done" are we?

Hope you're all doing well!

Deb

[NC State]

Good to hear from you Deb....just keep doing what you can and soon or later it's going to click and you will be with it 100%.

-Stephanie