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[TigerCheer2009]

Hey all!

Yesterday was not a good eating day for me-bad mood plus honors concert an hour away plus being in a fast food heaven equals bleh Bleh BLEH!

Think unmeasured cereal, Mcdonalds fast food, double Steak n Shake burger and fries, sorbet, hotdogs, cheetos and no exercise and you've about got it. My black dress pants (size 20 from Torrid) were very very loose though.

Today was better but busier. 3/4 cup cereal, normal Dannon Light yogurt, corn dog, tater tots (15, I counted). I also had a school health decision meeting (we're trying to make the school a healthier place to live and work and learn), practice immediately after that (so no snack time but lots of activity) and homework.

Gotta dash! Talk more later.

 

[Pixiedust34]

Michelle, we'll be at WDW 8/5-8/16. I can't wait! We're not on the dining plan, so I'll be forgoing a lot of appetizers & desserts. : ) If free dining occurs during our trip (doubtful, I think) and we can get in on it, my calorie intake will be subject to change. : )

I had a Lean Cuisine for lunch, and it wasn't that bad! I had a cup of lowfat ice cream for dessert. I made Mickey Sundaes with oreo ears, but I gave my kids my cookies and ate just the ice cream.

 

[shellynn24]

Wow! Have I had one great day. I decided to go to Curves this morning. I am a memeber but haven't been since I had Karina. I did a weigh in this morning and I can't believe the results. Since I started going in Jan 2005, I have lost 28 pounds!!! I also lost 29 inches from various parts of my body and 5% body fat. Of course this is over two years, but I lost 17 pounds since Feb of last year. I feel good! Then, as if my day wasn't already great, I went to the orthodontist and he said that I get my braces off next Thursday. Man it just doesn't get any better then today.

Jen, I have been having one of those, eating to much, weeks. I bought Girl Scout cookies, darn the Girl Scouts and their cursed cookies

Kelly, since we will be in WDW at the same time we should try to meet. We'll be on the DDP, since I will be sans braces, I am going to enjoy eating the things I couldn't eat last time. Like Turkey legs or caramel apples.

Everyone else have a great day. See you tomorrow.

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Ladies!

I just wanted to stop in for quick "hi". Still no computer at home. Still too much to do at work and get my posting in...

I'm in week six of training to train. I haven't missed a workout yet, although I realize I won't be able to keep that up forever. Today is a rest day for me. Tomorrow I run and bike again. I had 20 workouts for February, which is a record for me!

My eating gets a little better each day, but I wouldn't call it stellar yet. I'm going to weigh on Saturday and see how I'm doing. I think I've lost about 8 lbs. since I started working out consistently, but don't hold me to that! I'll let you know how it went on Monday, since of course no pc at home yet.

Dona you had one seriously busy weekend! I don't think I could do all that and then go to work on Monday. You're a trouper!

Wendy Even when we get off track, it's easy to go back to doing what we need to. Well, not easy, but when you decide to, you can do it!

Michelle Congratulations on how far you have come! That is absolutely stellar! Fantastic job!

Kelly I usually have a LC for lunch. I really like the spa cuisine items. They aren't so full of presevatives, and they have whole wheat grains.

Jen I think it's great you're trying to make your school a healthier place. That will help you and your entire community.

Let's keep movin' and we'll lose!
Maria

 

[TigerCheer2009]

The date has been announced: March 23. That is when tryouts are. I got word from a good cheer friend that we have to make a poster. My posters happen to be the best around, so I'm psyched about that.

I'm becoming more faithful to the TM as time rolls on. Last night was 14 minutes with small breaks when I tripped the fuse.

My brother brought home mini donuts. I have a serving of those as a treat every now and again.

Play practice soon and costuming is tomorrow!

 

[shellynn24]

Hello ladies,

I went to WW last night to see what's up with the program. I paid a weekly fee, but no registration fee. Apparently, I went on the wrong night. If I want to bring Karina with me, I need to go on Mon night. Next week I'll try again and see if I like it any better. I don't think I liked the leader that was there last night. I do like the points though, it's kinda like a game to see how much everything "costs". I went to the gym again today. I'll just go 3 times a week for now. I have to go, I need to get Leila from daycare. I hope everyone is losing. Bye

 

[donac]

Good evening everyone. All the activity finally caught up with me. I had a cold last month and then a couple of weeks ago it came back and I just can't seem to shake it. So I went to the doctor this afternoon on my way home from school. I went to a walk in clinic that my doctor is associated with. I have a sinus and ear infection. I started the antibioticss as soon as I got home. I went to ds's school to do a little sewing and then came home. I was going to stay but the costume guy said he wanted me healthy for the show. So here I am. I think I am going to go to bed soon and get some sleep.

Glad to see everyone so busy. Keep up the exercise and the healthy eating.

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hi Ladies!

I'm enjoying LC sesame chicken and raw green beans while I write this post. Gotta fit my lunch in sometime!

Yesterday was a rest day, but today I'll be back on the TM. My father and his wife are visiting for a week, so I have company in my workout area -- our treadmill is in the basement, along with our guest accomodations. It just means I have to make sure everyone is o.k. with my workout time.

The wife (my mom passed in 2002), is on WW and doing great. I wish I could say I've lost over 15 lbs. in the last few weeks. She does weigh alot more than I do, and she used to eat horribly, so perhaps just eating right and exercising has made a huge difference for her. Anyway, we are making WW recipes for dinner, and I'm not about to eat a "bad" snack in front of her, so my eating should be good this week.

She looked at me like I was crazy when I packed my lunch/snacks last night -- LC, jello sugar free pudding, 1 cheese stick, green beans, carrots, celery and grapes. I don't think that's too much food for 10 hours? It's 12 points, which seems reasonable to me for most of my day.

As you can tell, I have all kinds of issues going on when she visits. It's like when Luke Skywalker goes into the cave on Dagobah. Let's hope I don't fail like he did!

It doesn't help that dh has to work all weekend, so I will be with them constantly. DS has a ton of activities -- swimming, whiffleball, a birthday party and ice skating, so we will all be sitting there watching him. I'm hoping it isn't horrifically uncomfortable.

I also took Monday off from work, because I want to spend time with my dad. She's just part of the package. This woman has never done anything bad to me exactly, I'm just way too old for a new "mother", and not interested in having one.

Alright, that's enough rambling. Maybe I'll have a great run today as I get out all this anxiety!

Dona -- I hope you can get some rest! I know how busy you are, but you will feel so much better when the antibiotics start working. Let your body heal, and then you will have the energy for your busy life!

Michelle -- When I was going to WW meetings, I quickly learned which nights had the leaders I liked, and which ones were duds. If you don't like the leader, you won't keep going, and you won't get your money's worth. Shop around sessions until you find a keeper!

Jen -- I bet you're looking forward to all the great events you have coming up. Just keep that positive attitude and know that we support you!

Wendy, Kelly, Linda, Tara and Everyone else -- It's a new month, let's commit to having a great one!

Maria

 

[shellynn24]

Today is a rest day for me. I started feeling a bit run down last night and this morning. Instead of getting up early to do school work, I decided to go back to sleep after Nachito got on the bus. I feel like I'm being lazy. Anyway, I kept to my points yesterday and I'm doing okay for today. The problem starts in the afternoon when I want to eat everything in sight. The nice thing is that I get 36 points a day because I'm breastfeeding I was looking at the little daily points calculator, chart thingy and some people come up with like 18 or 20 points. How do they live on that little food?

Dona, I hope your antibiotics work quickly to make you feel better. There's nothing worse then being sick.

Maria, Good luck with the new Mom staying in your house. You can only be you and don't worry about what she thinks. You know you have been doing great working out all the time,andif you feel like you need encouragement, that's what we're here for. Just come here and rant and feel better and we'll all be with you

To everyone else, have a great day!

 

[CinRell]

Hi, everyone. I briefly joined this thread last year... I was diagnosed with PCOS and through a doctor's care did a modified protein sparing fast diet. From November until april of last year I lost 50 lbs. I kept it off for a few months and have put most of it back on recently. Actually I may have put it all back on... in recent weeks it certainly crept back up on me and I FEEL big and uncomfy...

I'd gone from a size 20 (tight) to a loose 16. I'm in a snug 18 now. I'm so so so unhappy lately with this... and I don't know what's wrong with me but I can't seem to get it under control. I knowt he fasting diet will help me drop the weight quickly again... I just feel like a failure.

So starting Monday I'll be going to my best friend's house 3 days a week.. she has exercise equipment and needs encouragement to use it. We'll use it 1 hr each 3 days.

I joined weight watchers... and was following it pretty well but haven't been .. at all.. lately.
I NEED TO MOTIVATE! I'm ANGRY at myself because if I'd stayed on teh fasting treatment I'd be at my goal by now. Instead I'm feeling bigger than ever.

I could really use the encouragement of this thread.

Thanks!

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Cinrell You sound like you need a big !

It is frustrating to gain back the weight you worked so hard to lose. The good news is, you did it once, and you can do it again!

It's great that you have an exercise plan. Having a buddy is going to make it fun for you, and you can keep each other accountable.

I know it's hard to get started again, but it sounds like you are ready. You can always come here to vent, celebrate or commiserate. I regularly do all three

Maria

 

[tbstein]

Hi Ladies!

She looked at me like I was crazy when I packed my lunch/snacks last night -- LC, jello sugar free pudding, 1 cheese stick, green beans, carrots, celery and grapes. I don't think that's too much food for 10 hours? It's 12 points, which seems reasonable to me for most of my day.

Maria

Maria, I think that is a great selection for 10 hours! How many points are you doing a day? I certainly hope you have a good week with your dad and his wife. I understand your thoughts. Enjoy the time with Dad!

Wendy

 

[tbstein]

HI all!

It has been a very eventful day weather wise! Snow, freezing rain, and now it is just rain. Thunderstorms this morning already. At least we aren't having the tornadoes like the south is experiencing right now.

Dona, hope you are feeling better. I am always amazed at how much you are able to do in a day. You are certainly a very positive example for all of us.

CinRell--sending lots of pixie dust over to you. You certainly will find lots of support on this thread. I sure have. Just talking about your day and how you are feeling makes it all seem possible. Best to you!

Jen--an early wish of good luck with try outs.


Michelle and Kelly--DS is going to WDW right after you come back. He is going with his best bud (our grad present to both fellas). They are excited to go and to be on their own at the same time. They are staying at Pop Century. I am excited that they are going! I would love to go with them, but I know how important it is for them to go on their own. They have both been several times, and I am very comfortable with them going on their own. DS will be 18 in 12 days, and his best bud was 18 in January. Oh to be that young and know what I know!

Linda and Tara--how are you??


Off to make some BBQ ribs for dinner, with some squash, and brown rice. Sounds boring now, but didn't when I planned it!

Great losses to all!

Wendy

 

[Tiggerkeeper]

Hi losers! Lots of activity I see! Lots of stress here, I'll be able to tell you about it soon. Hope everyone is staying on plan and getting lots of exercise in! Drinking that water too!! Keep up the good work and I'll be checking in again.

I'd appreciate it if you'd remember me in your prayers!

 

[TigerCheer2009]

First howdy to all!

Tiggerkeeper: hugs, prayers and PD.

Hugs to CinRell.

Today was costuming day. All of the princessy costumes I tried on were absolutely horrifying fashion mishaps! I'm not complaining in any way, but the two consist of silly hats, mermaid green fabric, a jeweled belt that makes me look like WWF Head Honcho, purple fabric, and a paisley apron. I don't think I would be caught out in public with those. We also ate out at Arby's: I had 1/2a medium roast beef sandwich (it didn't taste that good anymore) and 1/2 a medium fry and water. I asked for the bottled water because it wasn't a fountain selection because pop and juice aren't my thing anymore.

B: 1 cup cheerios, clementine
L: Large salad with chicken and ranch dressing
S: 12 pretzel sticks (I thought ahead and packed some )
D: 1/2 roast beef sandwich, 1/2 fry, apple dippers

 

[Pixiedust34]

I'm still at that weight plateau. I will keep plugging away, though.

Tonight we're going to a Dinner and a Movie program with pizza. Two small pieces are going to be my limit, and I'm bringing bottled water to drink instead of the sodas there. Tomorrow we are going out to eat for dd's Adoption Day, and I'm not sure yet what I'll order.

I've been good about using the bike for about 20 minutes 6 days/week, and next week I hope to boost that to 25 minutes on most days. This is from building up from being a couch potato, so I'm taking baby steps as not to get discouraged. We have a TV in my bike room, but it's not hooked up to cable and the few shows I get when I'm in there are lousy. I've been getting my Disney guidebooks from the library and have been taking them with me while I bike. Sometimes I use our Disney Trivial Pursuit cards while biking, and that makes the time go a little faster.

I still need to find something to do with my abs, which is where I carry the most weight.

When the weather is better, I will start walking. I have to take the kids with me, which is OK as they can keep a decent pace. Walking the dog adds some fun to it for them.

It sounds like everyone is doing great with keeping on track. CinRell, Maria, that sesame chicken LC was the one I tried and I liked it! I'll be buying it again. : ) Melissa, hang in there! Try not to stress too much.

 

[donac]

Good morning everyone.

I went to the last dress rehersal last night and it wiped me out. I am not going to the opening gala they are planning this year. I need the rest. I am not working out but my eating has been pretty good because I have no taste or smell so not too many things are tempting me.

Melissa take care of yourself. I hope that the stress doesn't get to you too bad. You are in my thoughts.

CinRell Welcome back This is a great place to be to get encouragement.

Jen costume time is always fun and a bit of a shock to the cast. The director and the costume person may have an idea of whatt they want but the cast is the last to know.

Pixiedust Congrats on all the exercise. It will pay off.

WendyI hope it is a nice day where you are. It is pouring here and a good number of roads are flooded.

Michelle I hope that you are not coming down with something. It is hard enough raising kids by yourself but it is almost impossible if you are sick.

Maria I hope your visit with your dad and his wife goes well.

Well off to do some more school work. Progress Reports are due before I leave today.

 

[CoasterAddict]

Hang in there, CinRell. Over the past few years I lost 35 lbs, then got into a toxic relationship and put nearly all of it back on. Got myself out of that, finally, and moved somewhere with good places to walk. Regular walking helped me get the first few pounds off, which was great motivation to finally get serious about tackling the rest. Now I'm down in the 160s again, which I haven't seen for at *least* two decades. So it *can* be done! Start small. Appreciate little successes. Set up some goals and rewards for you (when I hit a certain weight target I rewarded myself with a trapeze lesson--but that's probably not for everyone!)

Remember though, there are going plateaus and setbacks along the way, too. Take it one step at a time, and when you fall off the wagon, get back on as soon as you can!

 

[CinRell]

Thanks so much, everyone...

Do any of you have family members.. maybe friends.. who seem to watch everything you eat and say "Is that on your diet?? Are you allowed to have that??"

Ugh.. THE most frustrating thing.. EVER.

Ironically then they turn around and invite me to dinner.. of pizza, chips, etc.


Later when I say well.. if you are so concerned with me being strict WHY do you do that? They say well you didn't HAVE to eat that. Um...??

So I'm considering going back on the fasting diet .. it is miserable. I hated it. I dreaded eating every day. Seriously it was BAD. It's a no carb.. basically ALL MEAT diet. I hate meat. I was a vegetarian for 6 years. I refuse to eat reheated meat so it's a bit pain to make dinner and lunch every day... but it worked. Last year in 4 mos I lost almost 50 lbs...

My sister emailed me a lecture today about why did I stop.. I was halfway to my goal and I stopped and now I gained again... frustrating because she's right but i was miserable.

I guess I"ll do it again.. it's something I need to do through a doctor but I'm too ashamed to go back to my old doctor. I will need to find a new one.

My coworker cut down on carbs and she's lost 12 lbs in the past month. I wish I had a "normal" body that responded to dieting so well. I hate my disease. Ugh.

GREAT JOB to all of you already well on your way!

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning!

It's my last post until Tuesday -- I'm taking Monday off, and still no computer at home.

I'm going to weigh in Saturday. Then I'll be able to say what I've lost in six weeks. I'm hoping for at least six lbs., but I'll certainly take more! I promise to give a report on Tuesday!

Last night we had a WW recipe, rosemary chicken w/white beans. It was only 5 pts., and it was delicious. I'm having a fish LC for lunch, and baked scallops for dinner. Otherwise, I'm eating my usual items.

I'm back on the bike today. Tomorrow I have my long run, which will be 2.75 miles this week. I'll be working my way up to three miles by the end of this month.

Not eating after dinner is definitely helping.

CinRell -- It is hard when your family isn't supportive. You need to develop strategies for these family meals (I know, it is easier said than done), but if you go in to the meal with a plan, it will help. It may be awhile before you are able to execute your plan to your satisfaction, but just making the plan will make you feel better.

CoasterAddict -- You are doing great! What a wonderful accomplishment!

Dona -- I hope you feel better after getting lots of rest. It will be a long weekend, and I can't wait to get back to hear how things went for you!

Kelly -- Babysteps is definitely the way to go with exercise. I started out trying to do too much too soon, and I was getting sore and unhappy. I made myself back off and not work as hard as I could, and I'm able to accomplish just as much physically, but I'm not making myself miserable.

Jen -- I'm so proud of you for planning ahead with your pretzel snack! Planning is a great tool for me. I need to know what I'm going to have, otherwise I end up with bad choices.

Melissa -- You are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. Sending a ton of your way, and thinking good thoughts!

Wendy -- I'm trying for 24 points per day. The last time I did WW, that would be the allocation for my current weight. Your dinner sounded great to me, not boring at all! You sound so brave to me, letting ds go to WDW without you. I know we are going to get there some day, but with my little one only 9, it seems very far in the future! Good for you, letting him learn to handle things on his own in a safe environment. I bet he says you're the coolest mom in town!

Michelle -- Thanks for the encouragement! This is a week when I need it. It's going to be a very long weekend for me without the DIS, but hopefully I'll have a great loss to report on Tuesday.

Kathy, Linda and Tara -- I know you're lurking! Just pop in for a quick "Hi"! We miss you!

Everyone have a fantastic weekend, a great Monday, and I'm looking forward to hearing about all your adventures on Tuesday!

Maria