Dieting for Disney

[AlaskaMOM]

Good Mornig All!

I hope everyone is doing good!

Bubba- I hope that going to the gym and getting some of those endorphins running you'll feel a lot better, and work won't get on you so! Have a great visit w/ your friend, that's always something to look forward to.

MonyMony- You are human, and if you're doing SB it's built for humans. Slip ups don't matter, getting back to it is what matters. After you treat yourself, and remember to treat yourself every now and again (you're human and can't live a bland life always), and then get right back to good carbs and good fats. It seems amazing to be able to put in as many hours as you do w/ the daycare and still be able to concentrate on you! So I say Kudos to you! You have a though road and I know you're gonna make it........just like the rest of us!

(I love the little cheer guy! don't you?)

CJK- thanks for the warm welcome!

As for me, I was headed out to do some weeding......but who really wants to weed, so DH, doggie and I went for a 60 minute walk. I'd like to say I worked the hardest, but Doggie ran circles around us! I've been drinking lots of water, I still think I need to up it a bit, so that's another thing to work on! As for the weights I thought about them, and have now got them out, and maybe today I'll use them! I hope! Got on the scale today (abstained yesterday-so hard!!!) and am down 2 more pounds Which makes my total 10/55
That's all for now, I need to take DS to a job interview, wish us luck!

Have a great day everyone!

 

[AlaskaMOM]

I see that everyone seems to be busy this week, Kind of a lull in the action here....

As I left off wednesday, I have been getting exercise EVERYDAY! I've been walking, and walking, and walking(I'd tell you how far, but I can never seem to remember to use the pedometer that I had to have) I even used the weights, and have added in crunches.

OT DS got the job and starts in 2 weeks!

Have a terrific weekend everyone

 

[CJK]

Hi AlaskaMOM

It does seem like a ghosttown here doesn't it? Maybe it just means that everyone is too busy exercising to post! I hope everyone is doing great and having a great weekend so far!!

Congrats on all that walking AlaskaMOM!!!!! I sure don't need to ask you how your exercise challenge is going!!!! Fantastic!!! A second congrats on that weightloss! You're doing sooo great! Do you enjoy your walks with weights? I'm going to try that tomorrow. Congrats to your son on the new job too! Success seems to be running in your family these days. Way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!

Things are going well for me in this exercise challenge. I'm done Taebo, treadmill work and today dh and I are doing a 45min. yoga class. Tomorrow is my bbq/babyshower so food will be difficult, but after our guests leave, we're still planning on going for a 5km walk.

Foodwise I've been doing well. Measuring day was Thursday and I continue to go down (half an inch there, 1/4 inch somewhere else, etc..). I did get a bit frustrated with the fact that I haven't lost a size yet in clothing. My clothes were tight when I started this new lifestyle (1.5 months ago), and as of today, those same clothes are a little loose, but definitely still wearable. I had thought for sure that I'd be down a size by now, but it's not meant to be yet. I've been journalling my food intake, water intake and exercise. I could reduce some of the simple carbs I've been eating, but I know that will be dificult for me and I don't want to consider this a diet, I want to eat this way forever and I know I can't give up carbs completely (ie. frozen yogurt, potatoes). I don't eat these kinds of carbs daily, but I want to feel like I can eat them. Deprivation just doesn't work for me!!! Anyway, after my bad mood on Thursday, I'm back at it now and feeling strong.

I hope all of you are healthy and happy and doing well on Bubba's exercise challenge!! Have a great weekend!!!

 

[teacher31]

CJK - Don't worry about the size thing. I find I loose a size about every 20 or so pounds or about every 8 - 10 weeks. I used to get frustrated, too. But then I realized that the clothes that were probably looser I might have been able to actually comfortably wear in a smaller size. Make sense?

I've been looking in the trip reports forum for reports from Bubba & Lionqueen. Is that where they are? Since we were all there so close together I'd love to read about your experiences.

Well, I've been doing this lifestyle change since Jan. 15 now. I've lost right at 40 pounds, down almost 3 sizes (sorry CJK) and today is the first day where I've really been sick of it. No motivation to get out and walk. Thinking cake sounds really good. Even contemplating making real fried chicken tonight for dinner instead of my fake fried chicken (although it is good, too). So for those who have hit the wall, how long does it take to get over it? What helps get you back into the groove? I'm closing in on my ideal weight - but it's still 20 pounds away. I'm hoping to be there by Thanksgiving. Maybe I'm just bummed because school is starting soon! Don't get me wrong, I love teaching! I just love hanging out with my own kids & not having to do the schedule thing. I'm now officially babbling. Sorry!

Hope everyone is doing well on the challenge. I didn't keep up my end this time, but there is always next.

Speaking of next - We originally started this thread to get in shape for Disney. Most of us have gone. I'm now planning my next trip for June. Anyone else start planning yet?

Note: Made, and enjoyed, the fake fried chicken. Maybe heading out for a stroll.

 

[bubba73]

AlaskaMom, CJK, Teacher31 - Thank you so much for keeping this thread going and keeping the motivation up. I have been in a lull lately because of all of the hours I have been putting in at work. I am finally taking a day off tomorrow for the first time in 2 weeks so hopefully, I will be able to actually do some exercise. I really feel terrible when I don't get to go so I am hoping to get back into my routine real soon.

AlaskaMom - It seems like you have come in like a wildfire. You have a fresh start and a ton of motivation. Keep it up! You are doing great. Congratulations on your sons job. What kind of job did he get? It really doesn't matter. As long as he is happy and is able to have some fun with what he does, he will be alright. Otherwise, I wanted to let you know how proud of you I am of your detemination and your success.

CJK - I will have to agree with Teacher on this. Don't worry about the fact that you haven't loss a whole size yet. You are doing everything just right. You are taking it slow and easy. You have made it a life change, nt a diet. We all know how when we were younger our parents would say for us to not say the four letter words. Well, diet is a four letter word. We are not dieting. We are making a life change to be healthier and happier. You are loosing pounds and inches. You are gaining self confidence and happiness. (Hopefully, you are gaining a few friends as well.) But I couldn't be prouder of you than if you had lost 3 sizes by now because that would mean that you were loosing weight in an unhealthy manner. Keep up the great job!

Teacher31 - 40 pounds of weight loss is phenominal. You are two-thirds to your goal. Don't loose it now. I know we all run into that road block. I did. It lasted about a week and I went back full force and it was actually very good for me to take a break. It gave my body time to heal, rest and recuperate. Take some time if you need too. Step back and reflect on what you have done to get to this point. When you step out of the exercise scene for a few days (after having done it for so long), you will actually begin to miss it. You will recharge your batteries, get back to it and will be more motivated than ever before. Your body just needs a rest. Take it and enjoy it.


Teacher had asked about TLQ and my trip reports. They are on the trip report page. TLQ is entitled "The Colorado Clan takes on Disney for 12 Days". Mine (and I copied from TLQ some on this) is "The Clan from Chelsea does WDW one more time". I have finished mine and I think TLQ is still working on hers but she is getting close.

You are all doing fantastic. I get more and more motivated by reading all of your stories of success. And yes, I know that we started this as a place to get ready for Disney but in reality, this is a place to be able to get ready for life. We want to be able to attack life with energy and enthusiasm. Keep it up!

 

[Thekidsmom]

Hello everyone! Well I am so sorry it has been such a long time since I posted. This summer has been so busy. I have been going back and forth between our home, my moms (2 hrs away) and my inlaws (1 hrs away). And the diet has been Well I havn't been sticking to the healthy foods and I have not been exercising. I am at 163 that is up from the 159 lbs that I got down to when we went to disney. But my son starts school on the 3rd of Aug so I am trying to get back to a normal schedule and get back to eating healthy and exercising. I was hoping they would change the dates on the Fla resident seasonal passes this year so we could take a day trip to MK but so far no luck. I have already made the reservations at SOG for October and December so I have the incentive to get my but moving. I will be going to the grocery store later today and I am going to make a list and STICK TO IT, that is my goal for today. Well I will start posting more regularly now, hope to see all of you back. This place is great for support and just getting together to talk about what is working for us and what isn't. Thanks everyone!

 

[CJK]

teacher31 - CONGRATULATIONS on that incredible weightloss! Please don't for a minute feel badly because of me!! Stories like yours inspire many of us (myself included) to continue down this healthy living path. I just know you'll find that motivation again because you're posting here again. That drive is still there and we're all here to support you. You can do it!!!!

Bubba: I hope you enjoyed your VERY well deserved day off. You're right, this thread is really about living life well with enthusiasm and joy. It's worth it. Thanks for reminding us of that....

Thekidsmom: YOU CAN DO IT!! There's nothing quite like having a couple WDW trips ahead of you, to help motivate you to get fit! Stick around this thread and you'll find lots of motivation and great advice from people. We've become quite the family here!

Hope everyone had a great weekend. I hosted a baby shower today and was able to make healthy choices and small portions. I probably had more than usual in terms of calories today, but it wasn't nearly as bad as it could have been. Success! This week we're finally not doing any entertaining so I'm determined to have a great week with respect to exercise, water (I had hardly any all weekend ), food choices and most importantly, ATTITUDE!!

 

[momrek06]

HEY EVERYONE: I have been way off my diet plan...like way off...like LAZY and not motivated OFF all last week...I even had a dish of ice cream (well wait it was sherbert) for LUNCH instead of REAL FOOD plus I did cover it with JIMMIES. DH just kinda looked at me with "confusion" in his eyes. We have been going strong still at the Track. We missed 2 days this week one to a committment and the other to weather (I told DH we should have gone to the gym and w/o INSIDE). We didn't..why LAZINESS!!!

I AM OVER THAT WEEK!! That week is gone...bye bye...I woke up this morning and DH & I said this is the start of a new week...YUP, I am much better focused. I guess I NEEDED a bad week to realize I do not want to be like that at all. This is my life's challenge. I have been challenging this weight since June 1982 when DS was born and I was well over 200 lbs. When he was one, I decided I was a MESS and needed to get myself BACK IN ORDER and I did with Weight Watchers and Aerobic classes....and it has been now 24years of this life that I have to challenge DAILY...D A I L Y !!!!

OKAY ENOUGH OF ME AND my depressing first 2 paragraphs...HOW IS EVERYONE!!! We have a new member to DforD...AlaskaMom!!! ! Glad to meet you. Sorry I am on a bit of a downer BUT I will RECOVER from my downer and forge AHEAD!!! AFter-all I have all my bestest friends on this Thread.
TLQ: FABULOUS NEWS on your shopping spree and the NEW size you have arrived at...You must be so pumped!! We all here are for you!!! Monymony: Slow and steady wins the race. Keep your steady pace and you WILL see a loss both size wise as well as scale wise!!
Blestmom: SO glad you are recovering nicely from your surgery. Please go it slowly, no relapse, please! Like Bubba said: GO EASY!!!
CJK: Wow, you are so motivating to all of us! I love reading your Posts. You are loaded with energy, energy that will aid you in losing your weight! Please, even at times when it is quiet on DforD..still feel free to Post away. We will all be back sooner than later...I love your thoughts that we "must all be out exercising"..awesome!!! Teacher31:: Ya, I hear you, I just said to DH tonight "do you believe this summer is practically gone"!! 40 lbs GONE BYE BYE and you are 2/3rd's there!! AWESOME, keep up the good work!!! KIDSMOM: Oh, boy, can I ever relate to you!!! But we are allowed our moments as long as we can come back here to OUR SPACE on the DIS, vent to everyone and FORGE AHEAD!!! Come on back with me!!! Back to this DforD challenge. AND BUBBA: Last but certainly not least...oh man, what is with these last couple of weeks for some of us...work has me swamped and the weather is nasty, hot and humid one minute pouring rain the next..DEPRESSING..but you know what, these are just all EMPTY excuses. I am done making excuses for myself...I am looking UP and AHEAD of all my recent nonsense and trying hard to convince myself that this past weeks behavior GETS ME NO WHERE!!! I love YOUR challenge. Your challenge makes me REALLY REALLY want to SNAP out of this FUNK I am in and slap myself on my head, grab my sneakers and RUNNNNN!!! I will be fine and I am so glad I have all of you to listen to this CRAZY lady go on and on!!! Well, like I said it is a BRAND NEW WEEK. I want all of you to have a fabulous week. Keep motivated and reading your Posts motivates me beyond words but with ACTION!!!

OKAY EVERYONE: Two words for now.... THANK YOU!

 

[bubba73]

Hey everyone! I am going to keep this short as it has been a VERY long day and I am about to fall asleep at the computer. I just wanted to tell everyone thank you for all of the support you have given me, especially in the last few weeks while I was doing so much at work and not much of the exercising routine. Well, I did take yesterday off and all I did was sleep and play Disney Monopoly with my kids. Today, I had to go to work early but I got about a 2 hour window and I went to the gym and then I did go back to work. I didn't really have time to do any cardio but my workout was very high in intensity and fast-paced. Plus, my day at work was on my feet all day and I was running all over the place. I feel like I did some cardio whether or not I got on a treadmill. But nevertheless, I am very happy to get back into the gym and hopefully get back focused on what is important to me, which is being healthy. I always have a habit of putting too much emphasis on my job and forget about the other stuff. Anyway, thanks again for everything. You will never know how much it means to me. Hope you all have a great week. Post and let us know how you are doing.

 

[CJK]

In case any of you need another reason to exercise..........here it is!

I woke up this morning with what felt like the beginnings of a migraine headache. I immediately had visions of having a lousy day of excrutiating pain. I didn't want to forgo the exercise for today, so I decided to do it right away before the pain got too bad.... Well, I did a 45min. workout (Taebo and treadmill), and right now, I'm PAIN FREE!!! I don't know how this happened physiologically speaking, but there's no complaints from me! I'll take it!!!! Tomorrow I should meet my exercise goal for the month of July! Woohoo!

Momrek - I feel like we should be thanking YOU for YOUR enthusiasm!!! Way to go! Your attitude will undoubtedly bring you success. I'm so glad you're not down on yourself and are getting right back on track!! This is a brand new week and YOU CAN DO IT!!! Way to go!!!

Bubba - Sounds like you got to enjoy some great quality time with your children. They undoubtedly enjoyed it as much as you did. Glad to hear that you're finding the time to get back to the gym and living a healthy life. Hopefully things will calm down a bit for you at work so you can join us more often. We miss you! We appreciate you checking in whenever you can though. We don't want to add more pressure to your life!!

 

[bubba73]

Hey everyone! Good news! I was able to get back to the gym again tonight after I left work. Plus, while I was there, I weighed myself. Even with the 2 weeks of not being able to get into the gym to maintain my routine, I didn't gain any weight. I have lost a lot of strength but as soon as I can maintain my schedule, I am sure that I can get that back.

Now for the bad news. My knee is still in really bad shape. I have an appointment with my Chirpractor to see if he can help me with that. He has done wonders for my back in the last several years so I am hoping he can do it again. Otherwise, I will make an appointment with another doctor to get it fixed. But no matter what, I will keep all of you posted. I do appreciate all of your well wishes on this matter. Your support has been overwhelming.

Now, for a small tidbit of information to think about. On average, people will eat 350 more calories on the weekends than they do during the week. Reasons why is because the food is more readily available and you really don't have a routine established like you do while at work. 350 calories doesn't sound like much but over the course of a year, this will cause a 5 pound weight gain. How can we counteract this? Plan your portions very carefully. Also on average, we eat 92% of the food that is in front of us. That doesn't change. We can have a kid's size meal or an adult size meal so with that in mind, get the kid's size if possible. And even when you do blow it on the weekend, remember that it is only one weekend. Don't let that make you think that you have blown your choice of having a healthy lifestyle. It is only one weekend. Get over it and then get back to what you know is right.

I hope all of you are having a great week. Was anyone able to achieve the cardio challenge that I put forth? I know there was a couple of you that was trying but no one let us know the results. I will admit that with my knee like it is, I couldn't do it. But as soon as it gets better, I promise I will be back on the treadmill. Keep up the great job. Your efforts and enthusiasm will be rewarded.

 

[CJK]

Hi Bubba Congrats on not gaining any weight! That just goes to show you that you've really embraced a healthy eating lifestyle. Once you get your knee fixed up (and you will!), you'll be able to get back into regular exercise. You've got the right attitude so I have no doubt you'll make it!!

Thanks for the info about the extra calories people consume on weekends. That's probably true in my life. I'll make note of that in the weeks to come. Actually, my concern right now is for this afternoon! I'm going for "high tea" with a friend today. A deluxe resort nearby has "high tea" on week day afternoons consisting of gourmet pastries with every sort of tea imaginable. When my friend invited me, I seriously did consider saying no (due to calories), but I decided against that.

Historically speaking, the thing that always made me forgo my healthy lifestyle was because I deprived myself TOO much. My friend and I had been talking about trying this tea out for a few months. My plan for today is to have a light breakfast/lunch and have this tea as my main meal of the day. I'll have small portions and no sugar in my tea, etc.. I still want to LIVE while keeping up my healthy lifestyle. Dh said he'll go on a 5km walk with me tonight. I just hope I can stick to the plan okay. Having loose clothing is feeling so good right now, that I don't want to give it up!

As for the exercise challenge, I did very well!! As you notice in my siggy, I've actually surpassed my exercise goal for the month! My schedule has been strength training and cardio during the 5 weekdays, yoga on Saturday and a long walk on Sundays with hubby. I've maintained that for all of July. I hope to continue that in August and September too. I've got 2 months to fit into some of my smaller clothes for our trip. Now, even when the trip is over, I still want to maintain my healthy lifestyle, it's just nice to have a goal.

I hope everyone is having a great week so far.

 

[AlaskaMOM]

Hi Everyone-
I haven't been on in the past week, so I thought I'd check in. I met my exercise goal of 7 straight days on Sunday then I worked all last week and was too pooped to do anything extra. I don't know how some of you do it, working long hours, family time, and then exercising! I only do sub work during the summer so I have many days off. I only work pt during school. My weight has not budged in the past week, I'm so bummed about it! But I know I have not cheated, just a little depressing, especially since the pounds fell off the first week! I'm going to start excersing again (every day!) and that should help! I'll check back in later, and hopefully this funk will have passed.
Have a good weekend

 

[o2bacelt]

I'm lurking around as well. My weight is stalled and so has my exercise, I've been trying to do a little something each day. I was thrown off by the gym cancelling classes for a swim meet and then again this weekend as well. So two weekends in a row with no exercise. Blah.

I'm getting back into it tomorrow, I've switched times of day as well. My DD wasn't doing very well at night in the kid care facility, she was often the only one in there, so I'm switching to mornings since there are more kids there and the ladies there during the day are all moms so they seem to not be bothered much and can distract Delaney from crying. The folks at night have been ready to get me a couple of times and that just won't work. My daughter will eventually get used to being in there, it's only an hour, it's not a life time. So hopefully this new arrangement will work better for all of us.

I'm going to get back on the food bandwagon again tomorrow as well. I've managed to at least not gain anything in the past 10 days but I'd like to get losing again.

I'm going to try and check in a lot more, that way I'll be more accountable.

I'm trying to get excited about our Disney trip in October. I haven't been super excited since we found out that the truck my hubby drives needs LOTS of work and we've got to come up with enough money to get plane tickets to the inlaws in the UK on top of the other trip and the truck. This truck just knows when I need to go on vacation, it really does, this is the second time it's cost me a lot of money while planning a trip. It's jealous.

I hope everyone is doing well, I've got to read back a few pages.

 

[bubba73]

Hey all! Have you been sticking with your routines? I noticed AlaskaMom said something about being disappointed by what she saw on the scale. We have all mentioned about how the scale cane be your worst enemy so don't let that get you down. Are you feeling better? Are you feeling healthier and more energized? How are your clothes fitting? Let those be the motivators, not the scale. If you are doing any strength training at all, you will be putting on muscle as well. Muscle weighs more than fat but it also burns more calories than fat even at rest. That is why I always recommend strength training. I hope that makes sense.

Now, I am going to give you all an update on what is going on with me. I was able to get to the Chiropractor Friday to get my knee looked at. He told me that I had a strain on my lower quad. He told me that the stretching that I have been doing hasn't been reaching that area so he showed me something new. My knee is still tender but I am back in the gym and I am trying to continue with putting on some size. I am hoping to increase my arms, chest and shoulders while I am toning up my back, legs and abs. That is going to be very difficult to do at the same time but it can be done. It is just going to take a lot of focus and energy and a lot of hardwork on my training and diet.

Anyway, we will ALL succeed in our goals as long as we do not lose sight of what those goals are. Keep a daily reminder in front of you what you are trying to accomplish. Don't let negatives in your life. There is always someone that is going to tell you that what you are working towards is not worth the hard work and the effort. Do not listen to these negative people. We are doing something that makes us feel better and will actually add years to our lives so we can spend more time with our family and our loved ones. I think you are all wonderful and I love your dedication.

 

[teacher31]

Bubba - Glad to hear your knee is only a strain. I've lived with knee problems my whole life. Had surgery on both when I was 18 and they just hoped they would hold out for 10 years and one pregnancy (due to weight gain). We'll I'm actually closing in on 20 years this November and it's a battle I still watch. I'm careful doing certain exercises. You know what works for you and what gives you problems. Listen to your knee and you'll be up and feeling like your old self in no time. I'll keep you in my prayers.

Seems like we are all hitting the summer doldrums. Maybe it's a back to school thing. I think we need a new challenge! Something more long term. Something Halloweenish, I'm thinking. Any ideas?

Hope everybody has a great week!

 

[CJK]

Hi everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend!

Alaskamom - CONGRATS on meeting your exercise goal!! You mentioned that you didn't lose weight that week. Have you been taking body measurements? I've heard of many people say that they still lose inches even when the scale doesn't echo the same thing. The reason is because you could be gaining muscle while you lose fat. I don't know about you, but I don't care about the scale as much as I care about losing inches! Give it a try - you might be surprised!

o2bacelt - Great to hear from you! Let us know how the new schedule works for dd and your working out. Good for you for trying to work your schedule around your healthy lifestyle. Maybe we'll see you in WDW in October! I hope your financial situation works itself out. We're in a similar boat with an aging car. Oy! Nothing's gonna keep me from WDW though! Best wishes!

Bubba - Thanks for checkin' in! I'm glad your knee problem isn't terribly serious. It must feel good knowing that you can get back to that gym and work to strengthen your knee and reach for all your goals. You're so ambitious. I must admit that hearing you talk about your goals, has actually encouraged me to try the advanced version of Taebo tomorrow. I had been making excuses not to do it (like telling myself I'm not ready for it), but I know I really am. Thanks for the motivation and as always, for being so encouraging!

teacher31 - I agree! A challenge could be just what we need! I'm already signed up for the August exercise challenge (I'm shooting for 1600 minutes of exercise!). Has anyone else joined? My shortterm goal is to lose weight for our October WDW trip. I want to be able to walk around the parks without getting so tired. Anyone have any other challenge ideas?

I'm doing pretty well in general. I had to deal with the "frustration demon" a little bit this weekend. I was frustrated that I'm not losing inches faster. But, I'm trying to work through that frustration because I know I'm losing weight at a proper rate. My exercise and food choices have been very good. I'm still working at increasing my water intake. I still struggle a bit with social events. This coming weekend is full of social activities where I don't have a lot of control over the food choices. My plan will be portion control. Portion control has really become my new motto!

Anyway, I'm ramblinng now. I think of all of you often and look forward to hearing how you're doing. Take care and live strong!

 

[bubba73]

Here it is! Monday evening. The first weekday is of a new week is over. How did you fair? Were you able to get past the negatives and the excuses and do your exercise and obey your diet? Or did you succumb to the "PEER" pressure that we all face everyday. Remember, that pressure can come from family members, friends or people that you work with. They may not understand why we would go through all of the effort and trouble of trying to be healthy. My Dad is one of those that is constantly like that. Little background. My Dad is a touch over 6'2" and weighs over 230 pounds. He has a 44" waist and his hobbies includes smoking, drinking coffee and eating whatever he wants when he wants. As much as I love my Dad, he has been one of the biggest negatives to me and my diet. Otherwise, he and I are best friends and enjoy each others company immensely(?). He always tries to get me to eat the fried foods, the sweets or something else that I need to stay away from. But at the same time, I am trying to encourage him to give up that unhealthy lifestyle so he might be able to extend his life. He is getting closer to the age that his father was when he past away from a heart attack. My Dad's answer is that he has lived his life and if it is his time to go, so be it. I have always been confused by that. It is like he is purposely shortening his life and doesn't care. But there is good news. I have been able to make a small difference in my Mom. She has been very active in exercising over at Curves for over 2 years. She hasn't changed her eating habits as much as she should but she does tell me that she feels a lot more mobile after the exercise. So I say all of that to make sure that we stay focused on OUR GOALS! What is important to us! We have set a goal to be healthier. We have the determination and fortitude that we need to do what we have to do now so we can have a better quality of life with our family and loved ones later.

Next up woud be the challenge. I love the idea and I have been trying to give it appropriate thought. Is this going to be a challenge with a prize (other than the obvious of the weight loss)? What kind of prize can we set to get everyone motivated? I do have a challenge if anyone wants to accept. This doesn't have to be the one that we are playing for but it is a good one for me. Since tomorrow is the first day of the month, I am going to go the whole month without any sweets. No ice cream. No chocolate chip cookies. (These are my favorites!) Nothing! This will help me keep my diet cleaner than normal and see if I can't see some of that missing definition that I long for. Does anybody want to try this or do have another idea?

I also wanted to tell you about something that happened at work today before I went to the gym. My new associate came in and started right to work. She is a sweet young girl that is also in the Army Reserve. Shortly after coming in, her Sarge came in to get a quote on a job. Well, afterwards, they were talking about what it would take for her to get her promotion. She has to be able to do 2 miles in less than 19 minutes and right now, she is doing it in about 21 minutes. He was telling her that he would train her and give her tips. Well, he finally left so she could get back to work. Within a few minutes, he called her on her cell phone. he had said that they could meet the next morning to train but he didn't stop there. He kept on telling her that she seemed really mature and wouldn't say anything to anyone. He was also telling her how "fine" she was. I had to tell her that if she didn't get off the phone she could get in a lot of trouble. (Company frowns on over-usage of phones for personal reasons while on the clock. Family emergencies do not apply to that.) After she got off the phone, she had this uncomfortable feeling that she had just been hit on byb someone who is 13 years older than her and married. So she and I started talking about what she wanted to accomplish. She told me and then I asked her what she was doing to achieve those goals. Her reply was, "Not much." So I gave her some tips on what to do. She was shocked that her boss could actually be able to help her this way as well. Now, I have someone here that I can keep a track of to see if some of my theories work.

Calling all members of "Dieting for Disney"!! There are several members that we haven't heard from in a while. If possible, please check in and let us know how you are doing. It has been a good while since we have heard from TheLionQueen, Momrek, Blestmom and Kidsmom. There are several others that haven't posted in weeks. Are you reaching your goals? More importantly, is everything ok? I just want to make sure that the family here is doing well and not letting the "downside of life get you down". One of the great things about posting here is that we have a common bond other than trying to be as healthy as we can be. That bond is Disney! The Happiest Place on Earth is something that we all can look forward too. Whether we have another trip coming up this year or if our trip isn't for another 3 years, we still can think and even picture the fantasy and even relaxation that is Disney.

I can't tell you how much I look forward to reading your success stories. I love the fact that we are truly a FAMILY here and I truly hope that you all know how much I really do care for each and everyone of you. May you have a great week and not only meet your goals but surpass them.

 

[blestmom]

Hey Bubba! Good to hear from you. I'm still here. Things are very good! I'm realizing that my summer is just very different from the rest of the year. During the school year, when DH is home, I have some kind of schedule. With him gone in the summer, and the kids' crazy sports schedules, I am having a hard time keeping up any routine of my own. But rather than beat myself up over it, I'm making do the best I can. My goals have been pretty basic...make sure I'm drinking enough water (I forget a lot, especially since we have to haul our water in), and not snacking on bad stuff. I'm pretty good about that. I really don't like junk food. Exercising when I can. That's about it. Bubba...I like your challenge. I don't think I could stay away from chocolate for an entire month! I'm trying to think of what can be a good challenge for me. I think I'm going to go with a weekly challenge. I'll try to post by the end of the day what my first weekly challenge will be. I'm encouraged by everyone's successes lately. I'm still stalled at the last 10 pounds. I "can" fit in my smaller size pants, but they are tighter than I'd like, so I'm still hoping to lose the last 10.

 

[ChrisAlli]

OK, I lurk on this thread quite often and would love to be some of you with your modivation!!!

I have 80 days till WDW, I have a lot of weight to loose but just haven't been able to stay motivated. In my head I am, but not in my actions.

I would love to loose 15 pounds before our trip and would be overjoyed with 20. I just never think I can do it, so I do nothing. I just wind up getting mad at myself and then wreck everything i've tried. Is 15 or 20 Lbs even possible in 80 days??

I'm a SAHM, I have a tradmill and lots of video tapes. I just can't seem to get a routine down. I always find an excuse not to excersise.

Sorry so long winded just looking for some tips or encouragement, anything that might get my but in gear!!!!

Thanks for listening!