150 Club...care to join???

[eandjcusimano]

I didnt weigh in this week due to the fact that I havent been feeling well and I have a Drs appointment to address it all - me thinks its hormone related (the weight gain).

I am drinking more water and I continue to walk through the subdivision. Although as of yet, I havent figured out how BIG the subdivision is ....

Tracy - when you're here, we will have to figure that out together - are ya game?

 

[lmhall2000]

Elaine! You can weigh in whenever you feel the need to! We're here to help you get that mind in a fit and healthy mode! You can do it!!! We're so happy you're here with us!

Wdwrunner!! CONGRATS on the 4 pounds gone!!! That is WONDERFUL!!! You're getting me in that losing mindset!!! All that running is GREAT for your heart and will burn those unwanted pounds away! Here is a run-down on how to add the clippie...
1. Find someone who has the clippie in their signature
2. Right click on the 150's clippie and you'll see "Properties" down at the bottom...click on properties.
3. Copy the properties location....will start with http or something like that. Make sure to copy the whole thing.
4. Then go to the top left of the page and click on "User CP"
5. Go to "Edit Signature"
6. Click on the icon that has a little mountain and yellow background on it...it will be "insert image"
7. Paste the location you copied into the box that pops up and save it....it should put it in your signature.

Let me know if you need any more help!

Off to get some breakfast and cut up some carrots for snacks!!!

Let's get it rocking team!
Tara

 

[Naisy68]

Count Me in - I just re-joined the "family" here last week. I also re-joined WW and last week I weighed in at 202.2. I will hopefully be down below 200 when I weigh in this afternoon. Anyway, My BIG goal is to get back down to 150. I think with your help and support we can all make it. So, count me in as starting this goal last week 6/7/06 and beginning at 202 lbs. Hopefully by the first week of July, I will reach 192 and be able to celebrate my first 10.
Have a Disney Day, Renee Let's go team!!

 

[wdwrunner]

Thanks Tara! You give GREAT step by step instructions! It worked perfectly. THANK YOU!

As for the loss this week, it's cuz it's the first week, I am sure. LOL But thank you just the same. I am hoping to stay motivated through all of the posts here. If I can just keep journalling , I will be OK. It makes a huge difference for me.

I am lucky. I don't mind exercising at all. Really. There are of course things that I loathe about it....mainly my thighs rubbing together! I know BODY GLIDE helps with that but I don't think my thighs will ever not look like hams! I do like running, especially trail running, but please understand that I am a solid BOPer. (Back of the Pack person). When they were giving out genes for athleticism, I was at the Dunkin Donuts getting a coolata. It's very very difficult to go to a "race" and not want to turn around and go home.

Elaine--- weight gain and hormones? It totally sucks to feel like you are on track and then not feel any differently. For me, it's welcome to peri-menopause. What fun.

Everyone else...keep up the walking and moving about! It can only help! That and reading the labels on things.

Thanks for everything...
Kris

 

[disneyfanz04]

Well, sorry for not checking in sooner, but when I went to weigh in on Saturday, I was up to 177.2....TOM was visiting, so I am sure that is what it was, but I was devestated to see a gain for the first time in 19 weeks. IT felt like someone punched me in the stomach, and I was really having a hard time getting over it, but it actually turned out to be a good thing, because it just motivated me even more to kick up the exercise, and watch everything I put in my mouth. Now this morning I semi-cheated-not eating-I hopped on the scale, and it said 174.6, but I do not want to count that as my check-in, I will wait until I officially weigh-in at WW. I am doing CORE for the first time this week, and it really has been going great!!!!

Everyone keep up the good work!!!!!!!! You guys are awesome!!!!!

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good afternoon!

Yesterday I did my TM time for 5.5 miles, and ate very well. Today I think I'm doing o.k. Right now I'm in that zone where I reach for things I shouldn't have...so hopefully I can get through that o.k.

I was going to TM again today, but my knees say "No". On the bright side, I should have "Chicago" by tomorrow, so I'll have a fun movie to walk to.

disneyfanz04 -- TOM can really sucker punch you. I am confident you will eventually see a loss!

Kris -- You have the best attitude about exercise! I have to make it an event I don't want to miss...

Naisy68 -- Welcome!

Tara -- Keep cheering, we will get there!

Elaine -- You are under no obligation to weigh if you don't want to. If I know it's going to make me crazy, I just stay far away from the scale!

Tracy, Linda, Dona, Debra, Wendy, Jen, Sunny, Kathy and everyone else -- It's Flag Day! Let's celebrate by being proud of our efforts!

Maria

 

[Naisy68]

Ok, it's only been a week but I am DOWN 2.6 lbs which brings me below 200 - So that made me happy. I was secretly hoping I had lost more but I know it has to come in baby steps. It is also my TOM so I am assuming that makes a bit of a difference as well. Anyway, I did LOSE this week so yeah for me and to everyone else out there... Yeah for you too!
Tara - thanks for the info about the clippie!

Thanks for the welcome Maria

 

[chrismiss56]

Happy Wednesday!!

Let's talk about hormones!! Seems to be a topic I am starting to learn alot about I am 50 and really heading into the premenopause stage of my life. Just visited the dr about this subject..........weight gain, mood swings, low self esteem, monthly related migraines, etc etc I also get the chills LIKE CRAZY when every one else is sweating I can have a case of the chills which run up and done my body.........they checked my thyroid and that came back normal UGH.......

So he gave me some meds hoping that will help and had me pick up the books Body for Life for Women and When your Hormones go Haywire after 40. Ordered them off Amazon (half the price of Borders) and waiting to jump into them......always looking for answers.

I have gained 8 pounds in the last year and Need to STOP this.........WON"T GIVE UP!!!

Naisy66 - WELCOME so glad you can join us and YOUR WEIGHT LOSS

Maria - you are my TM goddess.........keep moving and sending motivation my way Think of the body definition............

disneyfanz - How is CORE going? TOM can leave anytime it wants It has been driving my body crazy lately.........Bet you are going to have a GREAT weigh in this week.........

Kris - What a ATTITUDE Can you be my personal trainer? Keep moving and losing. Even at my thinnest my thighs still rubbed together.......

Tara - Ok Ok I will uncover the TM - Need to get this big old butt in gear!!! How are your walks going?

To the rest of the team - Miss talking to you........How are you?

Have a magical Disney Day

Linda

 

[TigerCheer2009]

TOM was in this week. UGH! Only one pound gained though.

This week I'm trying to stay sane. I have work, grad parties, and packing to do for ALIVE! I'm also trying to eat heartier meals so I have less chances to snack. I am drinking a ton of water and doing better on no mindless snackin'!

 

[gracer9977]

Hi, I would like to join the 150 club. My weight goal is 150 pounds. I have to lose 27 more pounds. I have been hemming and hawing about my weight for years and I found the WISH board and I am finally going to commit to lose the weight. We are going to WDW in a little over 3 months and I want at least another 17 pounds to be gone by the time we leave!!

I put on my rollerblades for the first time in 2 years, put my daughter in her stroller and pushed her around my neighborhood for 1.4 miles today. I also walked 2.3 miles on Tuesday night. Tomorrow I plan to rollerblade again!!

 

[Empare]

It's time. I need to do this. I really enjoy food too much. I have a stagnant desk job and I need to exercise! I'm currently 167. I've never been a skinny person but I really want to get back to 150. I'[m 5 foot 10 and I think this would be a good weight for me. I've been checking out this board for a while but have been a little embarrassed to post. Some may not think 167 is heavy but, I'm not proud of it. So here we go. Tomorrow will be day one. Here I go!

 

[wdwrunner]

I can't believe it took me so long to find such a supportive group of people! With all of us backing each other, we can't help but be successful. Whatever weight we are, if it makes us feel not-so-good about ourselves and we want to do something about it, it's important. imho I have been heavy all my life (was in Diet Workshop at the age of 12) and it wasn't until I hit 41 that I took some weight off and kept it off. I weighed in then at 194. Though active all my life it was my way of convincing myself I was healthy even though I was heavy. Then came hi blood pressure and borderline diabetes. I may have been able to be active but I wasn't healthy. Anyway, I lost some weight, then started running and met people from all over the world with the running. I have been "inching up" on the weight gain, so it's time to start focusing again and writing it all down. Checking in here daily helps too...thank YOU!

Disneyfanz204 - Hang in there. I HATE when TOM makes me feel all bloated and craving salt and chocolate!

Maria - TM for 5.5 miles? You ROCK!!! I get nuts on that darn thing and I almost would rather run in the rain. I also find that I can't slow down on it when I want to. Keep up the great work! On days when your knees hurt, check your sneakers. Believe it or not, they do wear out faster than we realize. It's really important to have supportive shoes.

Naisy68 - Welcome and congrats on getting below 200! That's awesome!

Chrismiss56 - Can we talk? This peri or pre or whatever time of menopause it is, doesn't make me a happy camper! Ugh... It actually can make me a little nuts. My gyn recommended a book too... I can't think of the name of it, but will get it tomorrow. I would be happy to send it to you.

To all others I haven't met yet, I look forward to hearing all about your daily challenges, successes, and obstacles. We are all in this together.

Kris, who is running a 3M race tonight, tomorrow and in the Berkshires on Sunday. I LOVE trail running!

 

[westjones]

Wow! This thread had become so active that I am having trouble keeping up! Sorry everyone! A BIG welcome to all the newbies joining the journey!

Maria! I am SO proud of you! That is great that you did that much on your treadmill! Mine is just collecting dust! I am really impressed!

Jen! Wow, your summer is busy, just like the rest of your life. With all of your energy I am sure you will be burning off some of those pounds this summer.

Tara! You are amazing as always the way you stay on top of this thread and never let it die out. Just wanted you to know that your efforts are greatly appreciated. I bet when you first posted it you never thought it would go on for this long, and you have never let us down. Thanks so much for being there for all of us and keeping us going!


Empare: I am sure you will start seeing great results soon. I am also tall (5'8") and it is hard enough buying clothes let alone having to for the larger sizes, so I totally understand wanting to get down to the 150s. That is what we are all here for! Today will be the start of something great!

Gracer9977: Welcome! My DD would love for me to rollerblade with her! What a fun way to exercise and enjoy time with your DD. Good for you!


Naisy68: CONGRATS! Getting below that 200 mark is such a great accomplishment! I know it must feel great! Just keep it up and you will never have to see that number again!


Linda: WHERE ARE YOU? Did I miss something? Is Linda out of town? I didn't get the chance to see her DD at WDW. My nephew was afraid of everything (he cried on Spaceship Earth), so we didn't take him to see "Honey I Shrunk the Audience" because I knew he would freak out at the snake and lion. He didn't hardly ride anything at all and was even afraid to get on the monorail (but he did do it). He just wasn't really ready to fully enjoy WDW, so I am glad he gets to go back in 2 years. This was suppose to be his one and only trip ever, but I convinced them to bring him back in two years and by then maybe he will be ready to ride some of the rides (he will be 8 then). So bottom line, I was so bummed, but I didn't get to meet Linda's DD, but we are going back in March, so maybe I will see her then!

Well, I am off to the store. My whole family has decided to eat healthy and they are eating up my apples and salad. That is good, but I need to restock!

Debra

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning!

I love it when this thread is buzzing with energy! Everyone has so much going on, it's really great to hear about all our activities.

Today I'll be back on the TM -- "Chicago" came, so that should get me moving! It's 102 minutes, so that should be over 5 miles for me. My goal this week is 23 miles. I'm at over 12, with two workout days left, so I should make it.

I'm going to eat well today, too.

B: eggs w/cheese
S: low carb yogurt
L: lettuce wraps, sugar-free jello
S: nuts
D: SB frozen dinner
S: blueberries w/sugar-free cool whip

If that doesn't kick some pounds to the curb, I don't know what will...

Debra -- It's fantastic your entire family is eating well. That is a great accomplishment!

Kris -- You leave me in the dust! You're running is fantastic. I want to do a Disney Half Marathon, I'm hoping to lose some weight and then be able to seriously train. I think I do need new shoes...thanks for the reminder!

Empare -- Don't ever be embarrassed to post here! I don't think you will ever see a comment that is anything but supportive. Sometimes we push each other a little, but everyone understands that we are all striving for a goal!

Gracer -- It sounds like you are off to a great start.

Jen -- One pounds is great for TOM! I know you are so busy, you don't have time to gain weight!

Linda -- I am determined to find the muscles in my thighs...and you will, too!

Naisy -- You are absolutely right about the babysteps. With your attitude, you won't crash and burn!

Tara -- Ditto what Debra said! Thanks so much for keeping this going!

Tracy -- How's the gym working for you these days?

Dona -- Have you finished with school yet?

Kathy -- How are you feeling these days? We worry about you!

O.k. everbody, it's the middle of June. Let's push hard and start July on a losing roll!

Maria

 

[chrismiss56]

Evening!!

It is going to be toastie in Chicago this weekend

I am waiting for TOM to arrive and slowly regaining control of my body. I still have a week to go and have had to deal with migraine, break through bleeding, cramping, nausea, and just a BLECH feeling..........

The good and bad news is that my thyroid and blood work came back normal. Thyroid would have been an easy answer but not to be.......so I am deep into this time of my life called "OLD"

Doctor told me I could have another 2 or 3 years of this.

Poor family - they are in for a bumpy ride Hopefully the drugs prescribed will help

I am back down to 176.5 from 179 earlier this week........I wish I could find the motivation to start exercising but I will look for any excuse possible. Have to keep working on that.

I WILL!!!! I KNOW I CAN DO THIS!!!!!

Maria - The Walking Goddess Just need to find what you found on the treadmill!!! Keep going and I will catch up.

Debra - I replied to your email. Didn't you get it? I have been having problems lately with AOL and am considering switching.......I am glad you had a nice time in WDW. Hope your nephew enjoyed himself. You can meet DD next time We will be there in August.

wdwrunner - Come join me on this mysterious time in my life Doctor recommended When your Hormones go haywire after 40 by Paula Smith and Body for LIfe for Women by Paula.........???? gosh can't remember the name but ordered them from Amazon. Let's keep each other sane

Empare - WELCOME!! I LOVE FOOD!!!!!! and find any excuse I can to avoid exercise........how about we challenge each other to move our behinds!!!

Gracer - What a GREAT way to get moving!! Keep Going and you will see results!!!

Jen - Hang in there - TOM BLECH!! You will feel better soon.

To everyone else HI!!!!!!!! How is it going?

Have a magical Disney Day

Linda

 

[Empare]

Empare: I am sure you will start seeing great results soon. I am also tall (5'8") and it is hard enough buying clothes let alone having to for the larger sizes, so I totally understand wanting to get down to the 150s. That is what we are all here for! Today will be the start of something great!Debra

Thanks for your support Debra! It's going to be a long road but I know I can do it!

 

[chrismiss56]

A Quick Announcement.........

I GOT ON THE TREADMILL AND DID ONE MILE!!!!! Grant that isn't alot BUT it is a microstep in the correct direction..........

Keep moving and losing.

Have A Magical Disney Day!!

Linda

 

[westjones]

A Quick Announcement.........

I GOT ON THE TREADMILL AND DID ONE MILE!!!!! Grant that isn't alot BUT it is a microstep in the correct direction..........

Keep moving and losing.

Have A Magical Disney Day!!

Linda

Linda,
We have to start with small steps. I have to do this too. To jump in and do over 5 miles like Maria would just overwhelm me and I would stop before starting.

Sorry I missed your email, maybe it was me, I had SO many emails due to getting back from vacation that I may have just overlooked it and sorted it into the wrong place.

That is so cool that you are going in August to WDW, I miss it so much! I just fell in love with Boardwalk all over again. For some reason I loved it more than ever before!

Well, I am going back to bed. I got up in the wee hours to do something that was on my mind and I just couldn't sleep until it was done. Now it is finished and I can go back to bed!

Debra

 

[TigerCheer2009]

Welcome Empare!

This is the first real chance I've gotten all week to log my progress! I had my sports physical last night and got on the scale. This is me- -then. This is me after- !-because the lady wrote down 193! YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! That's 4 lbs!!

Water's been excellent the past days. I haven't been able to exercise as much as I want and haven't gone swimming at all!

I put in some time volunteering at the library Summer Program yesterday. There was a little boy who had a bad case of separation anxiety at the beginning. He was crying so hard it sounded like he was a soul in torture (been there, felt that). Another librarian and the Children's Room page got him calmed down enough to finish stories, watch the beaniebag game and do the craft. After the snack though, he wanted OUT! So, I gave him the dachshund puppet mascot for the program (Our summer program for the littlies is Paws Claws Scales and TALES) and I told him that the doggie was hungry and saw the Scooby Snack in his bag. I sat about 5 feet away from him and talked to him. I knew if I got too close, we'd have to start at square one. He actually finished the day's program. I was actually able to talk to him and give him a high five by the time he left. That felt really good inside to know that I helped make a little kid happy

I had PB and J for breakfast. It was very good.

Well, I have to get going and start some laundry. I start packing tomorrow for ALIVE! I do a TON of walking and my first swimming for the year there!

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Guys,

I just wanted to quickly say -- I did not start on the TM doing over five miles at a time! No one should, and I certainly couldn't have! I have been increasing my weekly mileage since April, and when I started at 10, I was lucky to get 3 miles at a time.

You have to do exercise in babysteps -- the only reason I've made it to five is that I just make myself add a little. I was so tempted to add more once I got started, but I've kept it to 2 miles a week, for the most part.

I'm frustrated now because I wish I was running more, and I wish I could just jump in and do a half marathon. But I know if I push too much too soon, I'll just wind up with a laundry holder again where my TM used to be...

Just getting started is huge! Now you have momentum!

I told my dh this morning that since I come here regularly and post what I've done, I can't stop. I would just be too embarrassed. You guys are keeping me going, one babystep at a time. Yesterday I really did not want to get on the TM, but making that weekly goal has become a big deal for me. So I knew I had to do it, so I can get there Saturday.

Right now I can't seem to lose weight, but I can control my exercise. So, just do what you can when you can. Even if results don't appear right away, you have to know that you are blessing your heart, and eventually all the habits add up and you will see results!

Maria