Did you know...

[blanq]

that studies show that enlisting a partner can help you reach your weight loss goal faster, and keep the pounds off longer? There is an article about this in my FITNESS magazine this month (July 2003 Issue) and it made me think about WISH and all of you! Because, basically WISH is that partner for me!

The article states that what buddies/partners do right is:

1. They are supportive of each other: A study in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association reports that the more support a dieter receives from others, the more weight she/he will lose.

2. They exchange food journals and exercise logs: Partners can help notice the little things that might sabotage our efforts.

3. They prepare for obstacles together: Sometimes just having another person hear you out helps you think proactively. Buddies can help strategize for vacations, parties, and other diet-unfriendly events.

The article gave some ideas of how to find a buddy, and even mentioned on-line sites, like ediets. No mention of WISH though!So, I realized that we do all three of those things listed above here. We have the key you guys!! I think that is so cool! I have been wondering why I am doing so much better with my weight loss efforts and now I know it's because studies say my "WISH buddies" are the key!

Linda

 

[cindala]

Yep, I believe it!!! That's why I come here to get inspiration, and to see that I am not alone in the struggle!

 

[Beanie]

I definitely believe this! I think I stay on plan and motivated because of my PM buddy!! She is a wonderful person who is full of support and encouragement each day!!

 

[TinkerPixie]

I got my boss at work started on Atkins, and now we are partners in this eating plan! It definitely helps!

She says I inspire her to keep going, cause I have already lost 60 pounds, and she inspires me with her enthusiasm for the plan as a beginner......

 

[karebear1]

I believe this too! my pm buddy helps me out loads! Whenever I am frustrated or sad, I just send an SOS and the next thing you know- she's there, trying to help out! I don't know beanie..... you think you're pm buddy's pretty good...... but I think I have the BEST!!!!

 

[Beanie]

I don't know, Karen, I definitely think MY PM Buddy is the absolute best!! There is no topping her, she is caring, supportive, kind, friendly, encouraging and wonderful!!

Who thought of the idea of Pm buddies anyway? I can't remember at the moment, but whomever it was, they are awesome!! I have a friend for life thanks to them!

 

[nativetxn]

Thanks, Linda. WISH is the key for sure for me. It's <b>magical</b> and I love it.

I especially love and appreciate every single member of my support group.

You know what? I appreciate the lurkers too. Just because I know they are out there watching--one of these days they may decide that WISH isn't such a scary place and then they will jump right in and be part of my support group too.

Right? Lurkers? I know you're out there, I can hear you breathing Come on. Delurk. Join us. Didn't you see that Fitness magazine says that WISH is doing the right stuff for success? Okay, then. Maybe tomorrow. I'll be waiting for you right here

Katholyn

 

[Debbie]

Lurkers? We have lurkers? Where? Hey you guys, come out, come out, whereever you are!









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