Dieting for Disney

[DisFam95]

Momrek06: I'm so sorry you had to go through that. I can't imagine not hearing from your loved one that long after watching that unfold on tv and being so far away.

We watched a lot of it yesterday. Had a good cry again. Hugged the children and husband etc.

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20 more days until my trip!!! Focus focus focus. I want to look sooo good for this trip so that I can enjoy looking at the pictures of me and my kiddo's. Our video camera is 4yrs old and they are sooo small now. We took our camera out for video just a fe times last trip. I want to be able to take more video and like what I see. SO..DH does not know this yet , but I'm going to buy us a new video camera if I can meet my goal of 10 pounds this month.

There's my motivation!!!!

 

[CJK]

Momrek. Thanks so much for sharing your story. I can't begin to imagine what it might have been like for you before hearing from your loved ones. It was very sad watching the 9/11 ceremonies, but it's important to never forget. I was also struck by all the heroes that came out of the tragedy. We saw the best and worst in people on the very same day. Hugs and prayers to everyone affected.

Just wanted to check in with everyone to see how they're doing. A big thank you to Bubba for PM'ing me some exercise suggestions as well as food suggestions. I had a baby spinach salad yesterday!

Welcome to all the newbies too! I hope you're enjoying the WISH boards so far. I stumbled across these boards in June and have never left!

Not much new to report for me. I've resisted a lot of temptation recently which is a good thing, but I admit to feeling deprived recently. Watching very slender women eat whatever they want can be difficult sometimes! I'm trying not to dwell on it. I've got a couple weeks left until we leave so I need to keep my eye on the prize!

I hope all of you are having a healthy and happy week!

 

[bubba73]

Momrek - Wow!! Thank you for sharing such an emotional story. I can only imagine how heart wrenching that day was for you. I know I am not the only one that can say I remember that day in great detail. One of the most horrifing days of all of our lives. But I didn't have any loved ones in the incident. Although, it was very close. The Mayor of my City, his wife and a bunch of Senior Adults from my Church was on a trip in New York when 9-11 occured. They were supposed to be going to the WTC on that day but the night before, they got together and changed their plans and were headed to the Statue of Liberty instead. They were just a few blocks away from the Twin Towers as the planes entered the buildings. I had several friends in that group and was very worried about their safety. But again, thanks for sharing.

CJK - It was my pleasure giving some suggestions. I hope they help. Your follow up message meant a lot to me as well. Thank you!

I had a thought today about the definition of the word "DIET". I don't know why I thought about it but it happened and now I feel the need to share with all of you. The true definition is a temporary change in eating habits to loose a certain or pre-determined amount of weight. The result of a diet is the loss of a certain amount of weight for a little while until the person goes back to the same eating habits as before so they put the weight they lost back on and then some. The thing that we all need to understand is that we do not want to "Diet". We want to make a healthy lifestyle change. When you make that kind of change, it is permanant. It is not temporary. Does this mean that you can never have another bowl of ice cream or chocolate chip cookie? NO!! This means you can have what you want as long as you make "smart" decisions. Nobody is saying that you have to eat just meats and vegetable every day all day for the rest of your life. Just think about what got us out of shape and avoid that kind of temptation so you can succeed.

So with that said, Who is with me on living a healthy lifestyle? I really want us all to succeed and make our goals. Good luck!

 

[FormrCastMbr]

I just came across this thread as I am approaching my trip to Disney in Dec to get married. I am trying to lose at least 15 #s by then, so maybe I should be checking in with all of you. I am trying a WW type program...just not going to meetings and exercising on the treadmill and bike. DFi is trying to lose too so it makes it easier...he is on Atkins though.

MOMREC, I can relate to you being I am from Secaucus, NJ and my BIL is a PA Cop and Cousin was working in the Pentagon 5 years ago...luckily both are safe. I remember the day like it was yesterday. My BIL was friends with all of the PA cops that lost their lives...he will never be the same. God bless all that were affected by this tragedy...

All the best,
Lauren

 

[silverangel879]

FormrCastMbr!!! Glad you found us!! Here you can find support and tips to make your Dieting more enjoyable! If you have any questions or worries! Let us know! I'm sure somebody here can help you...

Momrek:
Thanks for sharing your story!! Fortunatly, nobody that I love were near the area for those days, but here in Puerto Rico, We felt the pain and the angst. As you said, the importa thing is to never forget. Something I learned that day was to try and live my life to the fullest. Let it know the people you love that you love them, every time you can. Enjoy every minute!

Happy Dieting!

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Thanks Silver Angel! You look fabulous! How did you lose your weight? Like I said in my last post, I am doing a modified Weight Watcher plan and exercising. Seems to be working...I have lost about 6 lbs in the last couple weeks. I need to try and get the water in though...that seems to help.

Thanks again!
Lauren

 

[AlaskaMOM]

Good Afternoon-
I have been quite busy lately and not kept up with this thread like I would have liked to. I'm glad to see a few new "faces" in the group. I'm sure you'll find it as great as I do.
bubba73 So sorry to hear about your knee. It must be so difficult not being able to get all the use out of it that you would like. Are you doing your workouts differently? modifying them? or just skipping it altogether? I have a similar problem with one of my hips, but I've had arthritis for so long I normally just work through it. I'm looking at getting an exercise bike to vary from the TM (which I really enjoy; until my hip shouts out in pain) I've always assumed that my hip pain would be alleviated by losing some weight, I still HOPE so. As for the 4 letter word DIET I still need to work on that, changing my mindset to it's a lifestyle, not just a "vacation" from the way I live.
momrek06 Your story was so moving, I could almost feel your fear, panic, frustration, and sadness. Truly a horrrible that won't be forgotten. I am so glad you're here with us and that your family is intact.
DisFam95 wow a video camera, that's quite a goal! I'm not sure I'm up for moving pictures yet. Work hard and make good healthy choices and you'll be the proud new owner of that video camera! You saying that about pictures reminded me of something that I discovered about myself on Monday. I was putting away my new school ID card in my wallet and pulled out the one from last year looked at it, looked again, then put the 2 of them next to each other........and...... I just about laughed out loud (in the library). I can't believe how fat/pudgy my face was and how much weight I've dropped from my face. I knew my clothes were feeling looser and i was wearing smaller sizes, but I just didn't "get it" I guess. I showed them to DH and asked "did I really look that pudgy?" Well he's a great guy so he only answered with "I told you you're lookin good, and doing so well, I'm proud of how hard you're working!" I think he's a keeper! So 10 pounds or not, take those pictures, your family will appreciate it, and so will you when can compare before and afters!
CJK You know you're my exercise "Hero"! I am always in awe of you and the success you have at the challenges. I see that you're doing well this month and will probably blow past your goal again! I know with your commitment to yourself, you'll be "One Hot Mama" in that dress!
silverangel879It's so great to hear from you. I think I just like to see you here as a reminder that "look she did it, so can I" So Thanks to you for coming on here and helping me with my motivation.

As for my update:
I joined the Biggest Loser Challenge as a way to motivate myself even more. Knowing I have other people on my team counting on me, sure does help you keep from puttting that extra something in your mouth, or helps you get up outta bed early so you can get in some exercise. So far I've lost 2 pounds in the 1st week. Doing pretty good I think.
Which brings me to the thing I'm not doing so good at, well doing horribly at is more like it! The dreaded scale. I can't seem to stop myself! I challenged myself only to weigh in once per week, but then I joined BL and had to get a starting weight, then of course I had to check to make sure I wasn't letting my team down, basically any excuse! So I think that will be a challenge I need to repeat! I've been keeping up with my exercise at least 5 times a week sometimes 6, but not 7 (I am forcing a day of rest!!) My water intake is still really good 3-4 liters a day and I am doing so much better remembering the vitamin

Have a great day everyone

 

[silverangel879]

FormrCastMbr I lost my weight coached by a nutricionist. Basically, learning what food i can eat, how i can it, and the correct protions and calories. The water and the exercise helps a lot!!!

silverangel879It's so great to hear from you. I think I just like to see you here as a reminder that "look she did it, so can I" So Thanks to you for coming on here and helping me with my motivation.

I'm glad I can help u one way or another. And that's true, if I dit it, you can!!!! About Biggest Loser Challenge, Is that the show? Or Is it some of the side things they do? I follow the show and check the website frequently. It's always a great inspiration to keep my lifestyle seeing all those wonderful stories. I remember my expirence...It's a wonderful feeling!

BTW, I know the scale can be kind of scary, I had to weight weekly when I was on my "diet", and I got all nervous everytime...I can imagine the preassure!!! And yes, you can feel that you are not making any progress, but remember that the body need to get use to it. Just keep doing your part ( going to gym, and eating what your suppose to). No matter how long it takes, you'll feel so good when you reach your goal!!!!

Keep us updated about your progress...and I'll be waiting for those Before&After photos of you!!!!



CJK You are my inspiration for exersicing...I'm little behind this month...but I know I can catch up...So, HERE I COME!!!

bubba73You are so right about the word "Diet". I learn that when I started my process...Everybody call it a diet...but for me (and all of us) is a change of life, a change to a health way of eating...Take care of that knee!!!

 

[bubba73]

I know I am late with this but better late than never. Formrcastmbr. I am sorry I haven't had a chance to welcome you properly before hand. Things have been really hectic around here. You have already emt most of the wonderful group that we have here. I hope that you can find the motivation and encouragement that we all need while we go through this process of loosing weight. Feel free to ask questions and posts both successes and trials. We are all here in the same situation wanting to help.

I have to tell eveyone thank you soooo much for your warm thoughts and wishes concerning my knee. I did go to the doctor yesterday and he did exactly what I thought he would do. He has set up an appointment for me on Monday with the Orthopedic. I am so hoping that this can be taken care of with a shot. I can't handle the cost or the time off from having surgery. But I guess we will see soon enough. Good news is that I am getting back into a routine at the gym. Although I have only done 2 days this week, that's more than I have for the last couple of months. And things are looking very promising that I will be able to go again tomorrow. I even did some cardio yesterday. Oops! I think I have just laid down a challenge. If I can still do some cardio with my bad knee so can everyone else. So let's get out there and sweat. We have to burn more to loose more.

Seriously though, I am very thankful to all of you for encouraging me along this tough time. With your encouragement and my stupidity to not say NO, I think I will be able to make it. Hope you all have a wonderful day tomorrow and a fantastic weekend.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Hey Bubba! Thank you for the welcome and I hope your knee soon feels better. I have not read the whole thread so I do not know the extent of your injury but just follow the doctors orders...they know best...most of the time anyway!!!

I am doing pretty good with the eating and exercise. I try to weigh myself only once or twice a week but last time I did I was down about 7#s in about 2 weeks. I just have to keep it up and soon intensify the treadmill workout and add on maybe weights...

Have a great weekend everyone!

 

[momrek06]

Hello Everyone: Sorry I have not posted in a while!!! I was away in Maine once again to say our official goodbyes to Mom and Dad before they head to Florida for the winter months. We spent last Fri-Sun with them. Then I have this small plantars wart on my foot. Went to the Foot MD (Monday) and he treated it with ACID. Well I had a HORRRRRIBLE reaction to the acid. It BURNT my foot (the wart) and caused an enormous blister that filled with blood....anyway, I will spare you all the gory details BUT I am totally incapacitated. I am on pain pills and an antibiotic. The MD feels horrible. I have been back and forth to the office 3x this week alone(as TWO MD's attempt to totally remove everything) . The pain is UNBEARABLE. My poor DH, he wants to help but he really can't. He has been doing everything from groceries, to cooking, dishes, laundry, besides working! I HATE being down like this and MY FOOT. I am an exercise NUT. I am so depressed. My MIL is making me dinner tomorrow night so DH and I will go there(CT.) as DH thinks I need to get out of the house. I have been walking on the SIDE of my foot. The wart is smack in the middle of my foot. MD told me it is a VIRUS and you have to treat them aggressively. WELL THIS WAS TOO MUCH!
So now I am soooo depressed about not exercising that I am basically starving myself because I feel like everything I put in my mouth will go to my hips and butt. My sis is a nurse and she said "make sure you are eating PROPERLY so that you heal quickly"...naaa...but I am about to have a container of yogurt!!
Sorry, folks, I have issues.
I wanted to THANK all of you for the lovely replies to my 9/11 story I posted on Monday.
WELCOME TO ALL THE NEWBIES!!! FormrCastMbr...KatyBelle...3Disneykids... !!!

I am going to just continue reading everything on this Thread to keep me motivated. I am going to attempt to eat the right foods (for my overall well-being) and not starve myself and then STUFF MYSELF (which has happened too many times to count).
DisFam95, CJK, Silverangel, Bubba, Alaskamom, Blestmom!!!
I am still here CHEERING for you as you keep your focus, keep your challenges, and stay on the road to health and fitness DAILY!!!
MD said I should be fine by the END of next week.

So you all keep going and I will be here sitting on the SIDELINES for you all day long!!! Keep me in your prayers that I heal quickly!!!

 

[bubba73]

Hey everyone! I don't know if we are all busy doing our exercises or if life has us so busy that we haven't had a chance to say anything, good or bad. I know life is very busy for me right now. I could literally stay at work all night tonight to get one order done and still not have it done by the time they want it. I don't know what I am going to do since they have given me an impossible request but I have to figure out a way to get it done. It does bother me that they always put these kinds of jobs on me and expect me to work miracles.


Nevertheless, I was able to get to the gym tonight and do some sort of a workout. I was also able to weigh myself and I am almost back to my vacation weight already. I am still not satisfied with my physique but I don't know too many people who are either. All I can do is do the best that I can.

I hope everyone is doing well. We do have a new week that has just started. So we have a new week of opportunity. This week will only be as good as we make it so let's make it the best week possible.

Stay motivated!!

 

[blestmom]

Bubba,

Nice to hear from you. Sorry to hear that work is so stressful for you. It must be hard to have so much thrown at you and somehow be expected to do it all. Hang in there. I'm glad you've been able to get to the club some.

I'm doing well. Even though we homeschool, our schedules are dictated by the school year due to sports, dance, etc., so this month is one of adjusting and re-adjusting our schedule. I have NOT been able to get to the club much, and I miss it because I think the classes are so much FUN!

I'm hoping now that my boys are back in town, they can help watch the younger kids while at the club, so I can take a class. (They just got back from a trip to Minneapolis to watch a Minnesota Vikings game...any fans out there? They got to go onto the field and meet the owner and a couple of players, and watch the game from a suite...rough life, huh? Long story short...their grandma is friends with one of the former owners, and he swung the deal.)

I did do something fun last week, although kind of embarassing, too. I took a ballroom/Latin dance class. The class was one guy short to make even couples, so someone was left alone (guess who?) I ended up having to be the instructor's partner, and boy, that was very embarassing. Unfortunately, I can't continue the class due to conflicting schedules, but it was great fun to dance for the night!

Not much else...I thought I'd try to attach a picture so you can have a face with the name!

Deb (a.k.a. "blestmom")

 

[DisFam95]

Quick hello

Yikes..12 more days..focus..focus

I had a bummer week but it was also that time of the month. I did my 4 mile walk on the treadmill (1hr) 4x last week. I only had a couple 'imperfections' on my diet and they were not bad in my mind so I'm chalking it up to water weight. I did not gain but I did not lose.

I'm down 6.2 pounds this month so far and I want to get 4 more pounds off me by the trip. That's do-able in 2 weeks right???

I bought some new pants a couple weeks ago and had to take them back for a smaller size the other day. My friend with me asked when I was trying them on if I needed a smaller size and I was like "no this is my size". WRONG!!!! Yippeee. I've been a 16-18 for so long it was weird to need a 14. I'm not going to able to shop in all my plus stores anymore?!?! I don't know where else to look . I'm going to have to venture out inot other stores in the mall now!! Poor DH!!!

Well gotta run...

I work today but I will TRY to find time and energy tonight for a workout. I do PT and am running around the hospital on my feet all day.

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Way to go DisFam95! What a great inspiration you are!!!

I have not exercised this week...I have not been feeling well but I am doing things around the house...moving furniture packing up the recyclables (cardboard, newspaper etc). I have not sat down much...

I have a question...can I count this as exercise? I have been up and down the stairs as well a number of times...

Ah, maybe I will jump on the treadmill for a few to make myself feel better!!!

Wishing everyone the best!!!

 

[CJK]

Hi Gang!!

I'm really sorry for not posting sooner. I have been reading your posts and thinking about you if that means anything!!

Bubba: Sorry to hear about your work situation. It sounds stressful. I guess the one good thing, is that they seem to have A LOT of faith in you. Could you get an assistant or bring other people over to help you? Good job getting back to the gym with all that's going on. You'll be looking great on your vacation. I wanna see a pic!

FormrCastMbr: Congrats on the weightloss!! You're doing well with all your exercise and WW seems to be working for you. You'll be feeling so good for your upcoming wedding!!!! keep up the great work!

silverangel879: If I'm your exercise hero, you're my success story hero!!! Anytime I start to feel frustrated or think it's not worth the effort, I just look at your picture and hop on the treadmill!! Thanks for sticking around and offering us your advice and enthusiasm!

AlaskaMOM: I just read your update on the biggest loser thread. You're so inspiring!!!! You're WAY over halfway there and your enthusiasm isn't waivering. How is the scale going? Keep up the AMAZING work. I know you won't let your team down.......you'll instead be inspiring your team to keep on losing!

blestmom: You're beautiful!!!! It's so nice to put a face to the name. Congrats on the ballroom dance class. I'd LOVE to take a class, but have always been so chicken! Hopefully you can do it again sometime.

momrek06: Sorry to hear about your wart and your reaction to the acid!! I've had to have a plantars wart removed before, but I never had that reaction before. Yikes! How are you feeling now? Are you able to put weight on it? We're all thinking about you and hoping you recover quickly and can get back to the healthy you!!

DisFam95: Way to go on your weightloss! Congrats on fitting into those smaller sizes! That's just such an AMAZING experience isn't it???

Well gang, this will likely be my last time to post before we leave. We're going camping on Saturday and then onto Florida next week. I can't believe that after months of planning, the trip is practically here. I've got a million things to do before we leave, but I just had to check in with all of you one more time. Thanks to WISH, I'm packing a lot of size 10 clothing for this trip (I was a tight 16). I'm also throwing in some larger sizes in case free dining does something to me. However, I do hope to make some healthier choices. I'm healthier, stronger, and about 35lbs lighter since the beginning of June. I've got about 20 to go, but I need to celebrate my successes. It really CAN be done!!!

Have a happy and healthy two weeks. I'll be sure to say hi to Mickey for everyone. Take care all!!!!!

 

[silverangel879]

CJK,

Thanks For your words! CONGRATS for loosing so much weight already!!!!

Enjoy your trip, you'll deserve it , Girl!

 

[AlaskaMOM]

Good Afternoon (evening) to you-
Just thought I'd drop in a see how everyone was doing. I seem to have gotten sucked into a couple of other (short-term) threads : Sept exercise thread and Biggest Loser .
Bubba- How was your appt. with the orthopedic doctor? I hope all is well, or at least heal-able. On top of that you seem to be working yourself silly. Is there any light at the end of the tunnel in that area. I really hate when companies have their hardest working employees take up the slack 'cause they know they'll get the job done, and then drag their feet about taking the load off. I'm happy that you managed to get in a work out!!
CJK- YOU have a wonderful trip!!! Enjoy those size 10's !!!! SIZE 10 WOW!! I'm so proud of you and how hard you've been working for this and you did it!! I know you were striving to fit into a special dress, does it still fit? or did you need to get an even smaller size?
Momrek06- Sound like fun: visiting with the parents, Lucky parents to go the winter in Florida! I think that's where I want my kids to send me for the winter, and they wouldn't have to wait til I retired It's too bad about about your reaction to the acid, hope it's healed by now? So are you up and moving around now, getting in some exercise? I sure hope so, I know how you missed it.
Silverangel- As always I love to hear how you're doing. And see that you keep popping in and checking up on us!!
Blestmom (Deb)- How exciting taking dance lessons, I'd love to do that but I don't think DH would be too willing. Thanks for the photo, it's great to put a face with a name.
Disfam95- 6 pound loss is awesome, with that I'm sure another 4 in 2 weeks will be a piece of cake (lowfat of course). I'm so happy for you how great it must be to exchange for a SMALLER size! Right now I'm doing that within my own closet. I have a stack of clothes that do not fit any longer (and I'm giving them away). A bunch of other clothes in various sizes that I'm wearing like they are brand new (and not 4-7 years old).
Formrcastmbr- I hope you're feeling better, I know it stinks to be sick, especially when you're motivated at getting yourself healthy.

As for me I'm still dueling with the scale. I just can't stop myself. I can walk away from tempting goodies, but I just can't seem to stop myself from taking a peek. Over and over again, everyday it seems. I guess since I keep seeing losses it hasn't affected me in a negative way, yet! I know as soon as I plateau it'll be so depressing! I've been doing real well with my eating plan, still no cheating. Although I did have some icing tastes (about 2 teaspoons total) for the wedding cake I made for last weekend. But I don't consider those cheats; 'cause I didn't even really want it, I would have rather had so many other things, and I did have to taste the icing to make sure I had the recipe just right (actually I'm not sure if my tastebuds have changed since I haven't had any refined sugar for almost 3 months, and I gave them an off tasting icing). My exercise is going great this month. I was a little slow in the beginning, but I was doing a lot of extra work, so I didn't have as much time. I do have some good news: I am now well past the halfway mark on my 55 pound goal by Dec trip. I have now lost a total of 33 pounds, I just need 22 more in the next 2 1/2 months; Wish me luck

 

[bubba73]

Hey everyone! I was going to let you all know how my appointment went Monday. I am sorry that I haven't posted before now but as you could tell from my last post, I have been under a lot of stress. Anyway, the orthopedic took a few xrays and examined my knee. You can imagine how much of a fool I felt like when I had to tell him that almost 20 years ago I had injured my knee while playing basketball in high school. I know that isn't foolish because that happens all of the time but what was foolish was I never had it checked out. I was trying to be "macho" and heal myself. Well, now I am paying for it. Anyway, here is the report. He said he feels like I have some tendonitis in my ACL. He has given me some stretches to do and some antibiotics to get the inflammation down. He also told me to keep my knee brace on all of the time. Otherwise, if I am not better in 3 weeks, I have to go back to see him and have an MRI done. This scares me as I am worried that is going to lead to surgery. So, please say a prayer that this will help and I can avoid any special procedures.

Otherwise, yes! Work is really tough right now but I am staying focused. I have cut back on my eating and I am trying to stay very active. Good news (and amazing for me), I am having a lot of people during the day coming up to me asking me the same kinds of questions all of you ask about diet and exercise. The difference is most of them want the knowledge but don't wantto make the sacrifice. Isn't it amazing how so many people say they want to be healthier but don't want to do without just a couple of those little things that we feel like are must haves. Then you realize that you are not controlling your figure/physique but your wants and desires are. Just something to think about. CJK, I hope you have a wonderful vacation. You have been so fantastic with your dedication and enthusiasm. 35 pounds lighter as you head to Disney. I have a very easy challenge for all of you. Find a weight or something that weighs approx. what you have lost. Pick it up and walk around with it for a couple of minutes. That will be a stunning revelation to what you have truly been able to accomplish. Good work!!

 

[twotoohappy]

Bubba, Hope all goes well with your MRI

I follow this thread, but don't post often, but I'm going to now. I'm starting to slip into bad habits again being back at work and that can't happen. I have my trip in 2 months and want to look great!

I did your challenge at the pet store LOL! I had to get a 40 pound bag of dog food for my pups and then thought of your challenge and carried that bag around.... I've lost over 60 pounds and can't even imagine carrying it around again. Thanks for the idea, it puts it in perspective!