Between the BLs (Biggest Loser) Summer Challenge 2010 Part 1

[wtpclc]

QOTD -

Hi! I'm Carrie, I'm 39. Been married for 14 years come september, no kids. Been around teh DIS since 2004 when I was looking up DVC info and suffering post-WDW trip withdrawl. Had recently started Curves adn then my dad had a heart attack,. Really scared me into statying healthy! FOund WISH and did pretty well. In 2005, started training for my first marahont (had not run in 17 years). That's kind of wher ei went off track. Have now run 5 full marathons and ~12 half marathons adn my weight just keeps going up. SO does my waistline, so, unfortunately, it;s not just muscle.

I am tired of looking at pix of myself like this. I need to ge tin gear and challenges and being accountable has always helped that. I am happy to say that I have been paying more attention since signing up here, so it's workign already!!

Buffy - Have you tried rolling your foot on a frozen water bottle? I woudl see a doc before running/walking. Try to see one who's into soports or running. If they are not, they may tell you not to ever start. HOpe you get relief soon!

Pamela - I don't do ice baths, can't take it. I do cold tubs, though adn they help immensely. I have a very porblematic hammy. Yoga has done worlds of good for me. Good luck!

Susie! Hi!

Hope everyone gets great results this challenge!!

 

[pinkle]

Hi! My name is Tracey as well! I am 41...did I just admit that!!!! I want to lose around 10 lbs....I am currently 130 but my dream weight is around 117.....I have never been more thatn 29lbs from my goal but I haven't been my goal weight for many years. I run when I can but I have had 2 knee surgeries so when it flares up I walk! I am really hoping by joining up that I will be more accountable. Two weeks from now I am having a minor foot surgery (tendon release...to fix a botched surgery) so I hop that I am not off my feet, sitting in front of the TV for too long.
I am self-employed and work full time hours. I have an amazing husband who is in amazing shape and two teenage sons (15 and 17), Life is hectic!
Let's go Friday!

 

[Rose&Mike]

Hi everyone. I hope you are all enjoying your week off. I don't have that luxury. My challenge at school doesn't end until next Friday. I am not happy about it since I have to go to a retirement dinner the night before. I think I am going to be too nervous too eat. I have to give a speech since one of the retirees is a guy from my department. He has been here since the building opened in 1976 and I startedin 1977.

I guess I will go easy on myself on Sat since it is my birthday.

Have a nice SUunday everyone.

Good luck with the speech! And HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!

I want to share something with you guys. Yesterday, when I took DDs to mom to keep for the night, she gave me a card. I had forgotten that Daddy told me he would give me $100 if I lost 50lbs. It was in the card, with a note about how Daddy would have been proud, and this was from him. I think that emotional start to the night was what set me off! While he was in the hospital, he asked me to wear his watch for him, and I did. I kept it on for about 2 months after he died, to remind myself that in time, I will see him again, and time has to go on. I think I'm going to put that money towards a citizen Mickey watch when I go to WDW, it would be a nice reminder.

Taryn-- I really envy folks who are so close to their parents. Cut yourself some slack, you've done so good, and falling off the wagon is really ok. Thanks for sharing such a lovely story.

Well- things here - still waiting to hear what's up with the job/move... so major stress here... this morning as I was training (I am a software trainer over the internet) I looked out my window - and what did I see... HORIZONTAL SNOW!!!!! It's all melted now - but my heck - what is up with that?!? Hope you're all having a great day!

Liz

Liz--Good luck with the job/move stuff, and all I can say is SNOW--OMG! The older I get the less I like winter.

I'm in. I ended up leaving the other challenge because of health problems. I lost 10 lbs in the other challenge, then a month long + stint with bronchitis that kept me out of the gym plus several rounds of steroids have made me gain back 3 lbs. I am finally off the steroids and can breathe again! I'm going to try to meet with my trainer again next week or the week after so I can have some time to get in shape. I'm looking forward to getting back on track after being sick for so long.

Glad you are feeling better.

So I brought my kids to Subway for dinner last night. Definitely not the norm for us, but it was hot and I was SURE that they wouldn't like what I had planned to cook (veggie stuffed crepes).... I decided to make my life easier and take them for a treat.

ANYHOW... as I am sitting there eating my 6" turkey on honey oat with no cheese, no condiments, loaded with veggies, I am "people watching" this other family come in and order. The mom caught my eye because she was so slim.... about a size 4... wearing tan short-shorts, low rise with a wide belt that accentuated her slimness and a sleeveless top. And her order....

footlong sub on Italian herb and cheese bread... BLT with EXTRA bacon and EXTRA mayonnaise and CHEESE!! For a drink she got COKE (real Coke, not diet). And yup, she ate the entire thing!!

I'm not saying I didn't enjoy my 6" turkey because I did. But really.... life just isn't fair!! ...............................P

P.S. I wouldn't be surprised if they went out for ice cream for dessert!

Doesn't this just drive you crazy! All I can think is--what's her cholesterol level?

Sorry about the complaining. Its been a crap week and I am in a crap mood. I have to say though, coming on here and reading all the posts certainly does help me. I hope you all know how much you help me!

Hope you are feeling better.

Thursday QOTD: Tell us a little about yourself and your goals for this challenge

I am 25, married to my wonderful DH for 3 years and have a beautiful DD2.5. We are working at adding to our family and have had some heartache over the past year, so I've decided to try and put that to the back of my mind and focus on becoming healthier and losing weight until I do get pregnant again.
Good luck everyone!

Not sure exactly what the heartache was, but I have had two failed adoptions, a miscarriage, and one DS (who is very healthy now) but was born with a genetic disorder. I know when all that stuff was going on, I didn't talk/deal with it enough. This is a great place to post when you are having sad days, rather than comfort eat.

QOTD--I'm Rose, 42, married to my college sweetheart, Mom of a soon to be college sophomore. I work part-time for a non-profit. I LOVE to workout. We are really close to signing up for the Wine & Dine half-marathon in October. I lost 27.4 lbs on the last challenge, though we just got back from WDW last night and I'm up a couple, but that's ok. I am going to set a "final" goal weight, I'm thinking of 147. I am 5'7" with a large frame. I'd like to see the 130's but still not sure if that's realistic. Welcome to all the new folks!

I posted a little on the old thread this morning, but I had an A-ha moment last night on the plane, and I'm going to try to share it. It's still floating around in my head, so it might not make sense, but I'll try. I have been re-reading the Four Agreements, and something sunk in this time. I am giving away my power and happiness, by allowing circumstances to upset me--and for me at least this leads to stress eating, comfort food, etc. When we were in the airport in Atlanta our tickets wouldn't scan when we boarded. I told the gate agent we asked someone to look at them, because they did that in Orlando as well. Well, long story short he was not very nice at all, very rude actually. The problem was in my head I needed to be right--I needed him to understand that the agent we asked to look at it didn't do their job. He really didn't care, and was still rude. So I was tired and I got on the plane and just lost it. And after a few minutes it hit--I didn't need to be right. He was going to be rude no matter who I was, and it was not about me. I knew I tried my best, and that was all that mattered. I am a huge people pleaser, and I was not about to please him, and he was not going to see my side of the story. BUT--none of it mattered. I will never see him again. I wasted precious time being sad about something that was irrelevant. How does that apply to weight loss--I'm not sure yet. I do know I am going to work really hard to not allow circumstances to dictate my eating/food choices. I don't need food to make me happy. Anyhow, not sure if this made sense, but it was quite the moment for me.

I'll try to post a few pictures later today from our trip. We had a fabulous time. We took two 5+ mile runs. Mike is going to google later and try to calculate distances.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[NCRedding]

I'm Jane, 48. I work with my husband of 20 years, and have a daughter who is graduating high school in two weeks and heading to college in the fall. I am starting a new phase in my life as she is my only child, so I am soon to be an empty-nester.

I used to be skinny, but over the last 15-18 years, I've gained and kept weight on. The last I weighed under 200 pounds was at my 6 weeks post-partum check-up (almost 18 years ago). I tried the spring BL challenge but my head and heart just couldn't get into it. I haven't found the key to motivate me to lose weight yet...I have interest for a while, then I do something to sabotage myself.

Thanks to all of you who are taking the time to run this. It is much appreciated.

 

[jbm02]

My name is Maria, and I'm been happily married for 17 years with a wonderful ds12. I am a runner, but don't let that fool you into thinking I am in shape! I have about 40 lbs to lose, I'm going to try for 10 lbs this challenge. Theoretically I do WW online, in practice...well, if I was really doing it I would have gotten to my goal by now I'll be having one of those birthdays during the challenge but not a milestone. I'm still in the early stages of "40 and holding". I am trying to lose as much weight as I can this year, since I want to train for the WDW 2012 Full Marathon next year. Despite what Bob said on the BL, everyone I know agrees that marathon training and weight loss do not mix well. I have three WDW Half Marathons under my belt, and expect to do # 4 in January. I work full time, so most of my training takes place at 4:30 am. Now you know why I miss some workouts...

Maria

Maria, we are almost twins!! (well, except for the "I've completed 3 Halfs and am going to do a full marathon" part!!)
My name is Jude and I've recently accepted that yes, I am a runner! I'm in good shape but, like Maria, don't let it fool you into thinking I am NOT overweight! I'm short and every pound shows. I really like to work out but I also love to graze. Hence, the need to stop my hand from putting things into my mouth. I go to a 5AM boot camp class 3x a week that I love. And run at least 4x a week. One of the trainers at the Y told me that for me, exercise is 20% of my success and diet will be 80% of any success I have. So, while I have the exercise part down, I'm still struggling with the diet end of it. I'm a work in progress.
I'm a working mom with a terrific DH and have 2 incredible kids, DS15 (as of yesterday!) and DD10. My DH has a severe weight problem as well as diabetes. In the last 3 years he has quit smoking and drinking completely. And he is now ready to tackle the weight. At least, that's what he says right now and I am praying he will do it and that I can be enough support for him. But he has anger issues about it (as in "why CAN'T I have that, etc etc - Pam described it perfectly in her post!) so if anyone has some great low cal recipes - particularly ones that don't take a ton of prep time since it seems we're always running - or motivational ideas, I'm open to anything you can suggest.

Hi all,

I turn 40 on Friday, August 13 so my goal is a week before that. We are going to Disney to celebrate my 40th from Dec. 1-9. I can't wait!

Tracy, my birthday is July 13 so we are both birthday girls during this challenge! But I'm - gasp, groan - 5 years older.... And we'll be celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary next year on the Dream.

First of all... HUGE thanks to Lisa for her continued upkeep and support of these challenges!! And thanks for being our starting coach for the summer!

As for myself.... I'll try to be brief...

I "re-started" this healthier lifestyle journey on January 2, 2008 (at 200 pounds even) in preparation for another trip to WDW. I had lost some weight before our 2004 trip, but had put about half of it back on. I didn't want to return to Disney fatter than I had been the last time. I put my nose to the grindstone and managed to lose almost 40 pounds in 3 1/2 months.

The BIG change came, however, after that trip. I STUCK WITH IT! I didn't just throw in the towel or give up after returning from that trip. I got RIGHT BACK ON PLAN the first morning we were home and I haven't looked back since!

I have since hit my original few goals of 145 and then 135 and am now aiming for what I think will be my final goal of 130 (although I am secretly hoping to maintain around 128). I wish I could tell you exactly what "clicked" for me this time, but I'm not really sure myself. I do know that I am CONSTANTLY reminding myself that this is NOT a diet, but it IS a LIFESTYLE CHANGE!! I know that this healthier eating and exercise will need to be a habit for the rest of my life. And I am truly embracing it. I am more and more interested in nutrition, health, etc.

I have just a hair over 2 pounds left to hit my goal, so hopefully I will be joining the maintainers group here in no time. But I won't leave this challenge... I need you all to keep me on track and motivated.

Well... my "break" is over. I have students coming in just a few minutes, so I'm going to run! I can't wait to learn more about you newbies and maybe learn something new about you BL challenge veterans!..................P

Pam, You are such an inspiration!! This is my second BL challenge and I was able to lose about 13 pounds the first one, which was 50% of my goal. My goal for this one is to lose the remaining 13 pounds. I started out well...and then my discipline started to peter out. Not that I didn't want it anymore, I just started falling back into bad habits. I'm hoping that it "clicks" with me this time. Any recommendations you have learned from your success is definitely appreciated!!

I have a new notebook to throw in my purse so I can record what I eat, as well as any requirements for this challenge's COW.
Deb, I remember the pictures you posted and while I'm not brave enough to try for a bathing suit yet, I am going to take one each month so that I can actually "see" my progress. Is it just me, or does anyone else have a distorted sense of what they look like? Because I actually have no idea - and truly hate to be photographed because I feel so fat.

This was my lunch break so time to get back to work. Have a great day everyone!!

 

[Rose&Mike]

Here's a picture from the bridge at WL before we went to Narcoosee's for dinner for our anniversary. (I am shiny in all the pictures from all the sunscreen I gooped on!)

We had a great time! The second picture is at Whispering Canyon for breakfast. I had trouble getting enough protein, so I had scrambled eggs twice.

Oh--and we didn't just eat on this trip, I just liked these pictures!

 

[maiziezoe]

I wanted Ahley to win, the whole girl power thing, but was happy for all of them. I was AMAZED at Micheal. Its hard to believe it was the same man! I voted for Darius instead of Koli too.

I have been sick with some stomach bug all week. I have never had the flu this long, but I can't seem to shake it. DD2's birthday and my cousins wedding all this weekend, and nothing is ready. The house is a MESS! You would think with my sis living here (for free) for the last 8 months, knowing how sick I have been and all I have to do, that she would help, but nope. She makes more messes than the kids! So frustrating.

Sorry about the complaining. Its been a crap week and I am in a crap mood. I have to say though, coming on here and reading all the posts certainly does help me. I hope you all know how much you help me!

Feel better soon!!

I am going to first post and say that I will be joining in. At little late, but still just in time. I haven't read the thread yet, but I will go back tomorrow during the day and get a feel for what is required.

Here's a little information about me. My scale died and I need to get a new one this weekend. If I had to guess I am approximately 30#'s overweight. I can confirm this after I get the scale.

I am also disabled with a myriad of health problems. The one that will hinder me the most is a severe neck injury. Just got the release to start walking again. So the treadmill has been dusted off and is ready to go.

Okay, now I am off to actually read the thread and post a proper requirement as needed.

Last but not least, sorry but I can't put the contest thingy in my signature. I find that things like that are too much pressure on me. Oh, by the way, my name is Diane.

Welcome Diane and

Hello - I'm Jennifer...46 years old cancer-surviving sahm & wahm, married 19 years to a dh who works too much , 12 yo dd who is in competitive cheer , and two dogs .

I have found I lose weight verrrrrry slowly so I'm setting my goal for this 8 weeks at 10 pounds, but secretly I hope to reach 25. We are leaving for Scotland 7/25 and I would love to have more seat room!

Jennz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

 

[Dahly]

QOTD

Hi All, I am a 39 year old wahm of 2 boys..my oldest just finished his freshman year of college at Florida State and lives in FL with his dad..the youngest is 12 and finishes 6th grade next week. DH and I have been married 14 years.


I have been overweight since the birth of second DS..never really took the time to get back to pre-pregnancy weight, and then added another 30+ pounds on top of that. I have told myself in the past that I needed to fix me...but I never really had a plan or support system in place...somehow i thought if i just ate a salad at lunch it would be all okay. Obviously not!

So, I am very happy to have found the WISH board and this challenge. I have been on the DIS boards since 2007 when I was planning our first Disney Cruise, but somehow, never noticed this great forum. Since last week, I have been reading the many threads, and saw how you guys share your good and bad days, and offer encouragement and ideas when someone needs a hand. This is a place I want to be a part of!

Sorry so long....but writing this down is a good first step for me...and having to report my weight each week, even if is is voluntarily, makes me accountable for something, which is a step I haven't really taken in the past!

SO...my goal for this challenge is 17 pounds, although I think i can do better, I want to be reasonable, and not get mad at myself and lose my way if I slip up..my long term goal is 85 pounds gone.

thanks for letting me share, and to be a part of this great group of people!

Dahly

 

[lisah0711]

QOTD-
Hi my name is Lindsay I am 31, married and mother to two DS's 5 1/2 and 3. My total goal is to loose 60lbs by the time I run my first half marathon which will be in 2/2011 at the disney princess! I have lost 10lbs already this past month. This challenge my goal is 20lbs. I have had mild weight issues since graduating high school but the worst has come after having children. I am done reproducing so I am ready to get this weight off and keep it off once and for all. I am so glad to have this thread and all of you to support me. It truly makes a huge difference.

Hi Lindsay! It is good to have others to share this journey! There are several of us who are hoping to do the Princess 1/2 in 2011 so you are in good company.

My goal for the challenge is 20 pounds, an amount that once gone will make it much easier for me to start doing some walking, which will really aid in additional weight loss. In the meantime, the swimming pool will be my source of exercise (and fun!), as it is the kindest exercise for these pesky joints.

I look forward to getting to know all of you loosers!

Hi Jackie! We look forward to getting to know you, too.

QOTD Hi my name is Sherry, I am 52 and have 2 dd's. My oldest is married and my youngest is a science high school teacher. I have had a home daycare business for 22 years, I love the little ones! I have lost a lot of weight, put a little back on and want to stay where I was. My goal is 25 pounds and regular exercise, even more important as I have been diagnosed with arthritis in my hip.

Hi Sherry! How fun to have the little ones around still -- I bet they say or do something cute or funny every single day!

I love love love to workout at home. I literally have tried and probably own every workout dvd on the market. My favorites are anything jillian michaels, turbojam and right now I am doing insanity workouts from beachbody.

Hi Lauren! Sounds like you will be a good source of info for us for tips for working out at home.

I have just a hair over 2 pounds left to hit my goal, so hopefully I will be joining the maintainers group here in no time. But I won't leave this challenge... I need you all to keep me on track and motivated.

Hi Pamela! Can't wait to celebrate your status as a maintainer with you soon!

Hello My name is Deb. I have 3 sons ages 14, 12 and 7. I am a stay at home Mom that makes a little vacation money by bartending, waitress and substitute teacher. I also run a Lacrosse program with 5 teams (boys and girls grades 2-8). In my spare time I am very actively involved in end of year activities for my 8th grader with grad dance, class trip and graduation plans all forming. I am married to my high school sweetheart and we'll be celebrating our 18th anniversary on our 3 1/2 week vacation this summer. He is the most wonderful husband and the best Daddy ever. Dh and I started our weight loss journey back in 2003 when our youngest son was a baby. We started with Atkins and I lost 50 lbs and he lost 40 lbs in just 4 months. The good news is that I've we've managed to keep it off, with the occasional ups and downs, but we're both really wanting to shed the last few pounds. I seem to be stuck right around 143 lbs which is at the very top of the normal weight range for my height. I would love to be able to maintain at 130 lbs, but I've never made it below 137 and I seem to always bounce back to 143. So my goal for this challenge is to hit 135 lbs before our trip and to make that my new maintainance weight. Once I conquer that I will consider trying for 130.

Hi Deb! Here's hoping that your weight loss ticker goes up as you vacation countdown ticker goes down!

My goals also include adding distance and speed to my current running skills. I achieved a new personal record for the 5K back in April and I just registered for another 5K to be held June 5 and I will soon be registering for my first ever 10K to be held July 3. I hope to be ready for a half marathon by the end of this year, although I'm not sure the Princess Half will be an option for me but... ya never know.

Best of luck to all of my fellow losers!

Hi Connie! A half anywhere is an accomplishment and we'll keep our fingers crossed there is a Princess Half in your future!

Hello everyone! My name is Sabrina (Bree for short) and I am a single mom of one 9 yo DS. I work full time and my son plays sports pretty much all year except the summer (thank goodness) so we're constantly running around somewhere. I started my "journey" last spring, lost about 30 pounds but then gained 20 pounds back between December and the end of our Disney trip a few weeks ago. I fell off the exercise wagon and wasn't as careful about my eating as I should have been (darn holiday candy). I have about 55 pounds to get to my goal weight - I would really love starting our back to back Dream cruises next May at goal !

Hi Bree! Back to back cruises sound like a Dream!

Had to cut my reply in half -- way too many smilies!

 

[lisah0711]

I am 25, married to my wonderful DH for 3 years and have a beautiful DD2.5. We are working at adding to our family and have had some heartache over the past year, so I've decided to try and put that to the back of my mind and focus on becoming healthier and losing weight until I do get pregnant again.
I've always been overweight, except for one brief time when I actually managed to get down to 130, but unfortunately that was not long lived as I let my old habits come back into my life. My overall goal is to lose 60 pounds (though my DH thinks I was too skinny last time, so I guess my goal # may change if as I get closer he thinks I'm getting too small!). My goal for this challenge is to lose 20 pounds, unless I get pregnant in which case it will be to keep up with my healthy eating and exercising habits while still eating enough for baby to grow. Good luck everyone!

Hello! A new baby is great motivation for a healthier lifestyle!

My name is Maria, and I'm been happily married for 17 years with a wonderful ds12. I am a runner, but don't let that fool you into thinking I am in shape! I have about 40 lbs to lose, I'm going to try for 10 lbs this challenge. Theoretically I do WW online, in practice...well, if I was really doing it I would have gotten to my goal by now I'll be having one of those birthdays during the challenge but not a milestone. I'm still in the early stages of "40 and holding". I am trying to lose as much weight as I can this year, since I want to train for the WDW 2012 Full Marathon next year. Despite what Bob said on the BL, everyone I know agrees that marathon training and weight loss do not mix well. I have three WDW Half Marathons under my belt, and expect to do # 4 in January. I work full time, so most of my training takes place at 4:30 am. Now you know why I miss some workouts...

Hi Maria! All this time I've been chatting with you and I've only just now figured out we've been married the same number of years.

Hello - I'm Jennifer...46 years old cancer-surviving sahm & wahm, married 19 years to a dh who works too much , 12 yo dd who is in competitive cheer , and two dogs.

I have found I lose weight verrrrrry slowly so I'm setting my goal for this 8 weeks at 10 pounds, but secretly I hope to reach 25. We are leaving for Scotland 7/25 and I would love to have more seat room!

Hi Jenn! Oops! Your secret is out!

Anyways, Im so looking forward to working with you guys. Everytime I read this thread it makes me smile to know that we all have so much support for eachother.

Hi Littleprincess2010! I love your ticker! We all dream of Disney in smaller pants. (except for our maintainers, of course).

QOTD-
Hi!! I'm Vanessa! I'm 22 and two weeks ago I finished my third College Program at WDW and finally figured out my life plan for the near future. I'm planning on starting cosmetology school in Aug. The other thing I realized during my time at WDW was that I am ready to make a lifestyle change. My DBF and I have recently started talking about marriage so we'd both like to start healthier lifestyles before we start our lives together. So this is my first step. I'm looking to lose around 20 lbs during this challange and probably 28-30 lbs total.

Hi Vanessa! What did you do for the CP?

My name is Tracey and I'm an almost 40 year old happily married mother of 2 beautiful girls and licensed massage therapist. This will be my 3rd challenge! I have lost over 45 pounds since December 2008. I enjoy Walk Away the Pounds and my elliptical. I also have a Wii and Wii Fit that I try and use at least once a week. My goal is to lose about 8-10 more pounds.

Hi Tracey! Another person we will be celebrating with as they change to maintainer during this challenge!

I am tired of looking at pix of myself like this. I need to ge tin gear and challenges and being accountable has always helped that. I am happy to say that I have been paying more attention since signing up here, so it's workign already!!

Hi Carrie! I think there are a lot of us who know exactly what you mean.

Hi! My name is Tracey as well! I am 41...did I just admit that!!!! I want to lose around 10 lbs....I am currently 130 but my dream weight is around 117.....I have never been more thatn 29lbs from my goal but I haven't been my goal weight for many years. I run when I can but I have had 2 knee surgeries so when it flares up I walk! I am really hoping by joining up that I will be more accountable. Two weeks from now I am having a minor foot surgery (tendon release...to fix a botched surgery) so I hop that I am not off my feet, sitting in front of the TV for too long.
I am self-employed and work full time hours. I have an amazing husband who is in amazing shape and two teenage sons (15 and 17), Life is hectic! Let's go Friday!

Hi Tracey! Hope that your foot recovers soon!

I posted a little on the old thread this morning, but I had an A-ha moment last night on the plane, and I'm going to try to share it. It's still floating around in my head, so it might not make sense, but I'll try. I have been re-reading the Four Agreements, and something sunk in this time. I am giving away my power and happiness, by allowing circumstances to upset me--and for me at least this leads to stress eating, comfort food, etc. When we were in the airport in Atlanta our tickets wouldn't scan when we boarded. I told the gate agent we asked someone to look at them, because they did that in Orlando as well. Well, long story short he was not very nice at all, very rude actually. The problem was in my head I needed to be right--I needed him to understand that the agent we asked to look at it didn't do their job. He really didn't care, and was still rude. So I was tired and I got on the plane and just lost it. And after a few minutes it hit--I didn't need to be right. He was going to be rude no matter who I was, and it was not about me. I knew I tried my best, and that was all that mattered. I am a huge people pleaser, and I was not about to please him, and he was not going to see my side of the story. BUT--none of it mattered. I will never see him again. I wasted precious time being sad about something that was irrelevant. How does that apply to weight loss--I'm not sure yet. I do know I am going to work really hard to not allow circumstances to dictate my eating/food choices. I don't need food to make me happy. Anyhow, not sure if this made sense, but it was quite the moment for me.

Hi Rose! Welcome back. I had to refer back to the thread while I was typing this long post and saw you pics -- you look marvelous!

I'm Jane, 48. I work with my husband of 20 years, and have a daughter who is graduating high school in two weeks and heading to college in the fall. I am starting a new phase in my life as she is my only child, so I am soon to be an empty-nester.

I used to be skinny, but over the last 15-18 years, I've gained and kept weight on. The last I weighed under 200 pounds was at my 6 weeks post-partum check-up (almost 18 years ago). I tried the spring BL challenge but my head and heart just couldn't get into it. I haven't found the key to motivate me to lose weight yet...I have interest for a while, then I do something to sabotage myself.

Thanks to all of you who are taking the time to run this. It is much appreciated.

Hi Jane! You have a whole new phase in your life starting I am sure that it is exciting and a bit scary!

It is a lot of fun to hear everyone's stories and get to know you all!

 

[hmonkeyruns]

I'm Helen, I'm 39 (hitting the big 4-0 in October) and most of the time I'm happy with my weight even though I know I'm heavier than I probably should be. Still, the 40th birthday is looming and I'd like to be a little thinner by then.

I'm an avid (slow) runner and I run half and full marathons on a regular basis but I've been resisting strength training for years even though I know I should be doing it. Recently I've invested in some weights and some DVDs and I'm trying to work that into my regular routine.

I'm running my 18th marathon in mid-June and after that I'll move right into training for the next one (Marine Corps Marathon on Halloween) but this year I want to really work on being a better runner and doing more speed workouts for the fall race.

For this challenge I'm hoping to lose 10 pounds or so. For me, I want to lose some weight but more I want to be more mindful about how I exercise instead of just thowing up "junk miles" outside. I have a pretty healthy diet too but I fall into the trap of eating bad stuff because I run and eating empty calories so I want to try to cut that out as best I can.

I'm doing the Disney marathon in January too...I was thinking about signing up to do the Goofy Challenge for the 3rd time but opted for sleeping late on Saturday instead.

 

[NCRedding]

I would say my biggest challenges is my all or nothing attitude and my weekend eating sabotaging all my good efforts i made during the week.

This is me exactly! Now, how do we overcome this?

 

[lisah0711]

Feel better soon!!

Welcome Diane and

Jennz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Hi Ann! Are you teasing us by not answering the QOTD? Or you just don't feel like sharing today?!?

I have been overweight since the birth of second DS..never really took the time to get back to pre-pregnancy weight, and then added another 30+ pounds on top of that. I have told myself in the past that I needed to fix me...but I never really had a plan or support system in place...somehow i thought if i just ate a salad at lunch it would be all okay. Obviously not!

So, I am very happy to have found the WISH board and this challenge. I have been on the DIS boards since 2007 when I was planning our first Disney Cruise, but somehow, never noticed this great forum. Since last week, I have been reading the many threads, and saw how you guys share your good and bad days, and offer encouragement and ideas when someone needs a hand. This is a place I want to be a part of!

Sorry so long....but writing this down is a good first step for me...and having to report my weight each week, even if is is voluntarily, makes me accountable for something, which is a step I haven't really taken in the past!

SO...my goal for this challenge is 17 pounds, although I think i can do better, I want to be reasonable, and not get mad at myself and lose my way if I slip up..my long term goal is 85 pounds gone.

thanks for letting me share, and to be a part of this great group of people!

Dahly

Hi Dahly! Don't worry about sharing stuff on this thread -- we share everything! I love the tortoise in your avatar -- is it your pet?

 

[N&B'smom]

Tomorrow is the big day!! SO excited!!!

 

[JOANNEL]

Welcome to our Between the BLs Summer Challenge 2010!


Thursday QOTD: Tell us a little about yourself and your goals for this challenge.

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Let's get this party started!

Hi, I am Joanne. I will hit the big 52 next month. I have been overweight my whole life. I lost 60 lbs two years ago and have gained it all back.

I would like to lose 20lbs by the end of this challenge.

I have lost my job as of tomorrow and my boys 21 & 24 have both left this week. So it's been a rought month. I hope this gets me motivated and off the couch.

I went to the sculpt class this morning and have signed up for a 5 k walk for memorial day!! Now if I could just stop snacking!!!

Good luck every one!!

 

[JOANNEL]

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I would say my biggest challenges is my all or nothing attitude and my weekend eating sabotaging all my good efforts i made during the week.

Me too, I am hoping the nice weather will keep me on the beach and out of the kitchen!!

 

[Graciesmom77]

Hi, I am Michelle and I am 31 years old. I am a sahm of 3 girls, Grace almost 9, Emmalee who is turning 7 next week, and my baby Madison who just turned 1. We would love to have added a prince to our family, but God thought it would be funny to see me suffer through 3 girls pmsing! They are a handful, but they are my life! I have been overweight my entire life and have no idea what its like not to be fat. Since my highest weight ever, I have lost 39 pounds, but I still have over 100 to lose. This forum has helped me immensly and I have come to rely on all of you very much. My husband and I are going on a vacation without the kids in a few weeks and I would like to meet my goal of 30 pounds since I started the last challenge ( about 2 montsh ago). I am only 7 pounds away and I will be so happy and proud if I make it. I have never set a weight goal that I have ever reached. I always give up, but feel like this time is it! I can do it.

My dh works out of town and has been gone about a year now, and he will be coming home for the whole summer. SOOOO excited! We are going to make a gym in our basement and work out together. I have a hard time finding time to work out with having to take care of the house and bills and 3 monsters all by myself, but I have been really trying to make more time for myself. I want my girls to see me as a strong, smart, healthy role model, so they can grow up and be the same!

My goal for this summer chalenge will depend on what I weigh this friday, but I would love to make it an even 50 pound loss since I started the Wish, so I would have to lose probably 23 pounds or so. Big goal, but exciting.

Its so cool to meet everyone and can't wait to get to know you all better. For all you newbies, this place rocks and you are going to be so glad you joined!!!

 

[N&B'smom]

Welcome to our Between the BLs Summer Challenge 2010!

Thursday QOTD: Tell us a little about yourself and your goals for this challenge.

I'm so excited about doing this although I do not look forward to weighing myself tomorrow. Anyway..

I'm 37, married and have two children DS11 (turned 11 today) and DD6. I feel like I'm never home because of their crazy schedules which of course has helped with my weight issues. I'm barely home to cook it seems!! I love to travel, read, bake, etc.

3 years ago I was diagnosed with cancer, had to have a radical hysterectomy and have been cancer-free since then.

My goal is to lose 25lbs. Once I put my mind to something I'm good but sometimes I lack the motivation to get started. I'm SOOOO ready! I'm at the highest weight I have ever been other than when I was pregnant. I find that I dwell on it ALL the time, it consumes my thoughts. I'm just always aware of the fact that I weigh a lot more than I should. I have really low self esteem right now and I just don't feel like ME. I don't like feeling embarrassed about how I look. I'm very short so even 5lbs is noticeable.

This is exactly what I need, something and someone to keep me accountable!

 

[Rose&Mike]

I'm Jane, 48. I work with my husband of 20 years, and have a daughter who is graduating high school in two weeks and heading to college in the fall. I am starting a new phase in my life as she is my only child, so I am soon to be an empty-nester.


Thanks to all of you who are taking the time to run this. It is much appreciated.

There are a couple of us with college kids. My DS (only child) will be a sophomore. He's 500 miles away and I see him about every 6 weeks. He is staying in his college town this summer to work on a political campaign. I adore him, and we are very close--though too much a like sometimes so we butt heads occasionally. It's a BIG transition, but you've come to the right place for hugs and support. I love my son, but have really discovered over the past 9 months that I love being with my husband. We are really starting to enjoy our empty nest! Hang in there!

I did almost all the laundry, but there is still stuff from our trip spread out everywhere. I don't even know where it all came from because we carried on our luggage, so it shouldn't be this much. I forgot to mention, WL gave us chocolate--two chocolate canoes and some other chocolate and we brought it all back with us! The canoes, got crushed so that's a bummer. We did eat some of the little chocolate pieces from the turn-down service. I was so proud for not digging into all that chocolate! I did 65min on the elliptical today. Tomorrow is strength class. I did strength class last week before we flew out and that was not so smart. My muscles were really cramping up on the plane. Looking forward to class tomorrow and some more elliptical. Saturday is our long run--I think we're going for 6 miles.

Have a great evening! We have baseball tonight, and I'm still debating whether I'm going to have a beer. We are eating at home, so that's good!

 

[maiziezoe]

Hola peeps!!

Lisa - thank you, thank you, thank you for starting this again.

Thursday QOTD: Tell us a little about yourself and your goals for this challenge.


I'm Ann and I am 42 years young (Oprah told me to say that... well, she didn't tell me per se, she told America... and other countries I'm only doing what Oprah says). I am married for the second time and I have 4 kids (almost 22, 13, 5 and 3) and a stepdaughter who we see on the weekends (sometimes). I was diagnosed with Lupus in 2000.

I was thin my entire life (ran, took dance for years and years and years, etc.) until I got pregnant in 2004. Between April 2004, when I found out I was pregnant with my son, and February 2007 when I had my daughter, I had two babies and 4 miscarriages. I was on bed-rest for almost 3 straight years and I ate for two, sometimes three. I gained a LOT of weight. After my daughter was born, I nursed for 14 months and gained even more weight. My weight never bothered me because my husband still thought I was sexy and my kids didn't care what I weighed.

Fast forward to Christmas day 2009... just 5 short months ago. I saw a picture of myself and was quite surprised at how heavy I was. That was the day I decided to change. Since that day I have lost 47.1 pounds.

I came in second place in the Biggest Loser 9 Challenge (where is that tag fairy??? ) with a loss of 41.7 pounds. I run 5k (or more) 6/7 times a week and I watch everything I eat. My new lifestyle has had it's benefits for my hubby too... he's lost 43 pounds since January. And he doesn't exercise!

My goal for this challenge is going to be 25 pounds. When I hit that goal, I will only be 8 pounds away from my final goal of 80 pounds lost.