150 Club...care to join???

[Pungodingy]

I have an overweight friend that needed emergency surgery, and they said they almost lost her 'cause it took so long to cut thru the fat...got me scared that it coulda been me! Plus nothing fits right, and I dont want to be an embarassment to my kids...and I'd like my ****s to stick out further than my belly!

 

[lmhall2000]

SUMMER CHALLENGE 2006



END OF WEEK 7



Worfiedoodles....Maria.......178......176.5
Chrismiss56....Linda...........177.......174
westjones....Debra...........15 pounds
Schatz5k...Tracy..............30 pounds
TigerCheer2009...Jen.........196.......195
Donac....Dona..................195.......191
CommunicoreGal...
tbstein...Wendy...............16 pounds.....11.5 pounds
NYcpa...Kathy.................178........180
Sallysmom....
binkyboots......................270........
eandjcusimano...Elaine.......200
Disneyfanzo4...................176........164
lmhall2000....Tara.............35pounds....30 pounds
wdwrunner.......................164..........160
Tiggeriffic711.....Marianne.................16 pounds
plutosmyfav...................12 pounds
Naisy68........................202.2.......193.4
gracer9977.....................27......26
Empare.........................167
02bacelt.....Chris...............218.......207
TPCShauna.........................-8.5 pounds
Nikkibell..........................
west4124.......................+2 ....mean ole TOM
Pungodingy...........................
MightyAphrodite
CJK.....................................
Disneymissy318............





Will update each Monday...so you can give me your progress updates anytime until next Monday and it'll go on today's sheet for week 7

Thanks guys!!!!
Tara

 

[lmhall2000]

Missy Welcome!!!! I was at 250 3 years ago...I'm under 200 now and it's been a long journey and I still have 32 pounds to go but time and a change in your lifestyle really help!!! Find a way to get 15 minutes of walking anywhere today and increase it each day....you'll find those pounds will walk away!! I'm 38 and have an 8 year old dd too! I also have a 7 dd and 11ds..so they keep me hopping! But, not enough to get the weight off...funny how that doesn't work like you'd think! We will get you to an "overweight" weight and then to a "normal" weight!!!! Come on in!

CJK...for me it's all about having the healthiest body so that I'm not LIMITED in anything I want to do! For instance, I loved water skiing as a kid...I wouldn't make a boat try and pull me for all the tea in china! Why? Because 1. I'm afraid I'd have to pay for expensive boat repairs 2. Having others see the flab flying in the wind as I ski...all silly but the only thing from preventing me from doing what I like is simply FAT! So, that's my reason...I want to do WHATEVER tickles my fancy and not have anything hold me back! I want to ride horses again..but hate to put a horse through that! But, guess what! I just signed up for a ladies horse class!!! I'm under 200 now and figure they can handle it!

Guys, I just posted the weigh in chart for this week but I accidentally copied from week 5...I can't remember all the updates so be sure to correct me and give me the numbers that reflect this week! Don't want any pounds to go unnoticed! I'm down 5 pounds...and want to rev it up to get 15 off by my trip in September!!!

I'm doing it by walking 40 minutes a day, cardio pilates everyday and tennis/horsing thrown in for good measure!! My goal is to not miss a day of walking/pilates each day....I need to START a habit!!! Anyone else willing to start a habit these next 7 weeks of summer???? Great job everyone!!!

Tara

 

[tbstein]

SUMMER CHALLENGE 2006



END OF WEEK 7



tbstein...Wendy...............16 pounds.....11.5 pounds

Will update each Monday...so you can give me your progress updates anytime until next Monday and it'll go on today's sheet for week 7

Thanks guys!!!!
Tara

Tara, I think there is an error here. I am at 7 pounds for a total loss. I am excited to reach 11.5! Maybe this is you foretelling the future for next Monday!

Thanks!


Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Hello all!

Welcome Missy and CJK. I am pretty new here as well.

You asked about motivation. My family! Going on vacation once and not being able to do all I wanted jumped my life stlye. I did have a minor stroke, but didn't put it in full gear til nearly 18 months afterward! I feel so much better, but it took getting to the bottom to want to see the top again. It is wonderful feeling better, and looking thinner. I have lost 40 pounds altogether, exercise by walking nearly everyday, and I eat so much better. In fact, the entire family eats better. I am thankful for that. I now expect to see grandchildren, rather than hope I might.

Good luck to you!

Great losses as well!


Wendy

 

[tbstein]

I have an overweight friend that needed emergency surgery, and they said they almost lost her 'cause it took so long to cut thru the fat...got me scared that it coulda been me! Plus nothing fits right, and I dont want to be an embarassment to my kids...and I'd like my ****s to stick out further than my belly!

I understand this! Mine are getting there, and looking more like normal ones than 6 months ago!

Wendy

 

[CJK]

Thanks so much for posting your reasons for adopting a healthy lifestyle. I feel like we're all kindred spirits! Let's ALL meet our goals!!

 

[donac]

Wendy Did you have your mamogram today? I know that it went okay. I was supposed to have mine today but everything went wrong. I got there early and my script had to the wrong notation on it so the office had to fax a new one over. That took over an hour. So I finally get through the paperwork go in and get the robe on and they call me in. BUT my poison ivy had spread (how it got on my breast I don't know ) (It could have even been a heat rash because it is so hot here) but they wouldn't let me have the mamogram. It had taken me 6 weeks to get this appointment. At this point I broke down. I just wanted it over with. The nurse did get me an appointment for a couple of weeks from now at 7:30 AM, which is a time I would prefer but I really wanted it over with.
Thanks for listening.

 

[Naisy68]

Hey all!
first off I wanted to send out a quick to Dona as she has had a tough day. Hang in there! We are thinking about you and Wendy. Hope it all goes well for the both of you.

As for me, I lost 3 lbs. this week and I am now sitting at 189. I feel pretty good about that because I am past the 190s finally. I have lost 13.2 lbs. since June 7. I'm happy about that because I wanted to lose 15 lbs. by the time our trip rolls around in 2 WEEKS!!! I think I can do that by then. It's really great seeing the light at the end of this little tunnel though.
Well that's all I am wishing everyone a great week and I hope that we are all losers this week too!!
Have a Disney Day, Renee

 

[binkyboots]

yikes! time flies when nothing much happens!

actually, we've been busy trying to find a new house, looks like we'll be moving soon...

weight loss has slowed to a standstill, I'm not weighing this week, back on the scales on friday the 11th.

I had my appointment with dr f today, very exciting/scary news, I'm being refered to a surgeon to have the gastric bypass done. this is the thing I hoped for, I'm glad although frightened. I guess it'll be shortly after we return from florida in january!

until then he's like me to maintain at the point I am now, or lose a few lbs... the most important thing is getting the maximum amount of vitamins in as my body is not the best healer at the moment.

 

[chrismiss56]

Morning All - from Gloomy Rainy Chicago

At least the hot temps went away for a while It has been hotter here than in Orlando YIKES!!

Health Update - Had my echocardiagram and got the results - everything came back normal. Which is good news BUT doesn't answer the question of what happened to my heart which landed me in the ER - sigh. Have an appt with cardiac electrician on Monday!! Keeping fingers crossed for some answers.

Good news - It is my DD 22nd Birthday today!! Working at WDW has its perks - Mickey gave her the day off to play at his parks

Bad News - this is the first birthday DH and I have not been with her boo hoo!! PLUS I have jury duty at the criminal courthouse in the worst neighborhood where they try and house the criminals.........long day ahead.

Have nothing to report on weight because I am not allowed to exercise. Just really watching my portions and calorie intake.

Congrats to all the LOSERS Hugs to those NOT having a Disney moment And love to all.

Make it a Disney Day!!

Linda

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning!

How's everyone doing? I'm doing great on my TM for the week. I still have 10 miles to get to my goal and today and tomorrow, so I should make it. My weight is holding steady, so I'm hoping for a loss next week. My clothes are becoming looser, so I am making some progress.

My eating has been pretty good, but of course it could be better. DH and I are going out to a nice Italian restaurant tonight, so I've been thinking of rules I should follow -- not much bread, salad, red sauce, no dessert -- wish me luck!

Let's have a losing weekend!
Maria

 

[tbstein]

Wendy Did you have your mamogram today? I know that it went okay. I was supposed to have mine today but everything went wrong. I got there early and my script had to the wrong notation on it so the office had to fax a new one over. That took over an hour. So I finally get through the paperwork go in and get the robe on and they call me in. BUT my poison ivy had spread (how it got on my breast I don't know ) (It could have even been a heat rash because it is so hot here) but they wouldn't let me have the mamogram. It had taken me 6 weeks to get this appointment. At this point I broke down. I just wanted it over with. The nurse did get me an appointment for a couple of weeks from now at 7:30 AM, which is a time I would prefer but I really wanted it over with.
Thanks for listening.

Dona--I am sorry you had a bad experience! To wait that long and then be sent home. Sending you a hug!
Mine went well. I was in and out in record time. (The only area of the hospital testing center that is able to do that!) Today I recieved my results and all was well. I am so glad! I will be sending you lots of good wishes for you while you wait to get back and have your's done. I am sure it was heat rash anyhow, with the weather and all everywhere. But they do have to follow their guidelines.

I am off and running to work. I will need to catch up later on tonight!

Best wishes to all, and great losses!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

Yikes! I gained a pound this last week. The weather has been terrible, yet the last few days are finally better. My poor extremities are so puffy!

Linda! Yippee for your DD! How wonderful of Mickey! Yes, I have to agree that I have been to all my children's birthday so far and I am sure it will be sad the first one I miss.

Maria--the clothes are the biggest notice I see in me, as for much else, even after nearly 40 pounds, I think I look the same. Thank goodness for my ego people tell me I look better!

Renee! A huge Yippee for you! Way to go!

Great losses to all this week, good eating days, and lots of better weather!!

Wendy

 

[donac]

Hi everyone.
I am still at 190 this week but the good news is that I weigh 14 pounds less than a year ago. Iwent for my physical this morning and I was 14 less than last year

The rash on my breast is poison ivy and I am now on a new course of steroids. Except for my cholestoral (259 ) I am in good shape. Yes even losing weight the numbers are still high. She is giving me 4 months to bring it down and then we will discuss drugs. I think that I will probably have to go on the drugs because I have been watching what I eat, working out and the numbers are still high (Blame it on my mother)

Wendy I'm glad that you got some good news on your mamo.

Good luck to everyone else this week. I am unfortunately off to a wake and funeral for the next couple of days. A close friend's husband died last week it really hit me hard. She and I went to college together and have been teaching in the same school district for the last 29 years (I'm at one high school and she is at the other).. We both teach the same thing and also are math team advisors so we have been seeing each other a lot in the last couple of years. She has also been married the same amount of time as my husband and I. I found out the day before my anniversary so that was a bit of a shock.

Off to get changed. Bye for now.

 

[lmhall2000]

SUMMER CHALLENGE 2006



END OF WEEK 8



Worfiedoodles....Maria.......178.......176.5
Chrismiss56....Linda...........177.......174
westjones....Debra...........15 pounds
Schatz5k...Tracy..............30 pounds
TigerCheer2009...Jen.........196.......195
Donac....Dona..................195.......190
CommunicoreGal...
tbstein...Wendy...............16 pounds.....9 pounds lost
NYcpa...Kathy.................178........180
Sallysmom....
binkyboots......................270
eandjcusimano...Elaine.......200
Disneyfanzo4...................176........164
lmhall2000....Tara.............35pounds....30 pounds
wdwrunner.......................164..........160
Tiggeriffic711.....Marianne.................16 pounds
plutosmyfav...................12 pounds
Naisy68........................202.2.......189.0
gracer9977.....................27......26
Empare.........................167
02bacelt.....Chris...............218.......209
TPCShauna.........................-8.5 pounds
Nikkibell..........................-3 pounds





Will update each Monday...so you can give me your progress updates anytime until next Monday and it'll go on today's sheet for week 8

 

[lmhall2000]

I finally get on to Dis when it's not busy and then I get distracted with phone calls...I accidentally updated with week 6 information but tried to back track and update it correctly...sorry for the untogetherness with my mental abilities lately! I didn't weigh today..had tennis camp and was rushing out the door...I think I gained 2 pou nds of the 5 I lost (atleast I had on WEdnesday so I'm trying to be good and hope to maintain this week....)

But the good news is I'm ACTIVE!!! For the past 3 days I have walked for 45 minutes in the morning...I went swimming for 2 hours (okay really playing around and swam around 10 laps)..I even dove off the diving board, attempted the high dive ...actually climbed up there flapping thighs and all and stood at the edge and said, "oh noooooooo" then I climbed back down like a wuss! So my goal is to jump in next spring at 150!!! My problem was that the extra 35-40 pounds would send me to the full depth of 13 feet and my eardrums would burst...but next year I"ll be confident and DIVE off that thing so I won't sink as far! I had an hour of coaching kids tennis and ran after a lot of balls so that was active, too. I had eggs/bacon/toast for breakfast, two slices of leftover cheese pizza and will slimfast for dinner...I bought broccoli, salad, grapes, cherries, plums...lots of fresh foods for the next few days...so I'm on the week to losing!

Dona!!! CONGRATS on weighing 14 pounds less!!! THat is AWESOME!!! Cholesterol really is a lot genetics...but I will say that daily exercise will help...my dad's was really high (280!) and he kept eating the same, he did add oatmeal in the mornings, and he started on the treadmill for almost an hour 5 days a week...this year he had his checked and it was 175! He never misses a workout..something I need to follow in his steps!

tbstiny! That's what I'll call you from now on...40 pounds!! That is GREAT!! Everything just sort of shrinks, but if you put on a pair of pants that were tight 40 pounds ago...they'd be huge on you now!!! So be proud and know that your HEART definitely knows the difference even if you don't see it...I think it goes both ways...I always "feel" as if I look smaller than I am, when I see pics of my behind I FREAK!!! From the waist up in my bathroom I look average size...all my beef is in my trunk! EEEK! I need a bottom mirror for a reality check every now and then!

Maria!! You need to tell us how many miles you've done this week! I don't think half know how hard you're working on your treadmill! It's quite FANTASTIC!!! I know those legs are getting lean and your waist is whittling down!! No more inches to pinch with the lengths you're walking!! I think of you every morning I've been out..and try to push it a little further!

binkyboots!!! My mother had a bypass, she did very well with it...and she had issues with poor health...I know you can handle this and will feel better having the weight off....sometimes docs will feel this is a good option...take good care of yourself and focus on eating the right foods...the gastric bypass will help on volume but it won't help you choose broccoli over quickie foods....to me eating is so important and we spend so little time on choosing and preparing it (who has the time these days?), but we can do it and we're here to help you!!! Maybe we need to have a "what's on your grocery list post" and help each other stay away from the prepackaged quickie foods! When I check out at the grocery I try to have atleast 1/2 my foods be fresh fruits and veggies, and the rest be meat/breads/cereals and milk. It's HARD!
We're with you all the way!!!

Renee!!!! The 180's!!! SAY GOODBYE to those 190's for GOOD!!!! Keep yourself strong this week so you can distance yourself and shoot over that 15 pound goal!!! Share with us what you're eating and how you're moving!!! Would love a daily report to get us inspired!

Linda!! Happy Birthday Daughter!!! Wish we were all with you in Disney! I hope she wore her birthday button all day! Sorry about jury duty...hope it works out to be safe and quick for you! Have a great dinner out and let's keep moving our bodies!

I hope I haven't missed anyone, kids reading time is almost up and I've got to go teach some school! I'm losing more free time lately and it's hard to stay updated!!! I'm making a point to come here after my am walk to keep me from reaching for snacks!

Tara

 

[CJK]

Hi All!

I just wanted to say a quick hello to everyone and to congratulate people on their losses and to encourage those who are struggling. You're all such a great group of people and I look forward to reading everyone's posts. Please forgive me for not acknowledging everyone's individual posts. How dare life get in the way of my DIS'in'!!!!!!

Things are good with me. I had to face a real challenge this Canadian long weekend with food, but I survived with small portions and just saying "no" to the really bad things. My family was shocked at my weightloss, so maybe I've lost more weight than I thought! I haven't stepped on a scale yet, but I'm getting closer...... Y'all are inspiring me! People asked me how much weight I've lost, and I couldn't tell them.

Anyway, I hope everyone is off to a great week so far!!!

 

[tbstein]

tbstiny! That's what I'll call you from now on...40 pounds!! That is GREAT!! Everything just sort of shrinks, but if you put on a pair of pants that were tight 40 pounds ago...they'd be huge on you now!!! So be proud and know that your HEART definitely knows the difference even if you don't see it...I think it goes both ways...I always "feel" as if I look smaller than I am, when I see pics of my behind I FREAK!!! From the waist up in my bathroom I look average size...all my beef is in my trunk! EEEK! I need a bottom mirror for a reality check every now and then!


Tara

Very sweet! I like tbstiny!

My Mom-in-law calls me 'Wasting" rather than Wendy! I gain weight pretty much everywhere when I do. But, when it goes away, it seems to come from the top, and slide down! I have a full length mirror in the basement, and I think I am starting to look like one of those old chanti-style wine bottles! As long as the 'slide' doesn't stop at my hips--it needs to 'slide' on by!



Wonderful losses to all this week, healthy eating, and happy hearts!

 

[tbstein]

Hi everyone.
Iwent for my physical this morning and I was 14 less than last year

The rash on my breast is poison ivy and I am now on a new course of steroids. Except for my cholestoral (259 ) I am in good shape. Yes even losing weight the numbers are still high. She is giving me 4 months to bring it down and then we will discuss drugs. I think that I will probably have to go on the drugs because I have been watching what I eat, working out and the numbers are still high (Blame it on my mother)

Wendy I'm glad that you got some good news on your mamo.

Good luck to everyone else this week. I am unfortunately off to a wake and funeral for the next couple of days. A close friend's husband died last week it really hit me hard.

Off to get changed. Bye for now.

I have lots of history with family members and cholestoral. I was on medication, but it bother my legs and arms so much, and I also have fibromyalia (spelling?) so it was terrible. I watch what I eat, I do way more exercise than I did 6 months ago, and I have lost weight. It is better, my ratio is better, and my triglycerides are WAY better. So, I guess it's all in my genes (no pun intended ).


Take care of yourself while off to bring support to your friend. We are at that age that anything can happen to anyone of our loved ones.

Sending lots of pixie dust!


Wendy