Disneyland Divas working out, getting healthy, and looking fine in '09!!

[grizbuzz]

I'm back! Trip was good. Didn't have a lot of snacks, but what I ate, well wasn't so good: chicago deep dish pizza, bite sized snickers, etc. I did work out in the mornings - just 15 minutes on the treadmill. Not enough to count, but enough to keep my blood flowing and to remember that I do need to exercise.

My weight this morning - SAME - no gain, no loss.

And now for your QUOTE OF THE DAY:
Commitment leads to action. Action brings your dream closer.
Marcia Wieder

Glad to be home.
Hope everyone is doing well!

 

[mommaU4]

Welcome back Jen!! Good job on staying the same with all those goodies you ate! I'd have gained 10 lbs from that.


Well, I cannot weigh in today. Grrrr! My digital scale just keeps saying "Lo" when I step on it. And since I'm pretty sure it isn't refering to my weight, it must mean it needs new batteries.

I'm not even sure where to find them. They are round silver things. I've never bought those before. But I'm going to try and find some tonight so I can weigh in tomorrow morning. Better late then never. Hopefully I lost something, although the first half of the week was rough, so we'll see.

Good luck to everyone else!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hang in there. Don't give up!!! We seem to be losing more and more ladies. The only way you will fail is if you stop trying.

 

[wendylady36]

Jen - I agree with Beth, there's no way I could have stayed the same! Congratulations on keeping the same weight!

Beth- Why do you always have an excuse for everything? Do you have a bag full of excuses, and every time you need one, you just close your eyes and pick one? Check the camera department for those batteries, they usually have them on the counter there. Good luck with your weigh in tomorrow!

My weight is 219 lbs. Heck if I can remember what I weighed the last time I posted here, but I know not too long ago I was at 223.

Keep up the good work ladies!

 

[grizbuzz]

Welcome back Jen!! Good job on staying the same with all those goodies you ate! I'd have gained 10 lbs from that.


Well, I cannot weigh in today. Grrrr! My digital scale just keeps saying "Lo" when I step on it. And since I'm pretty sure it isn't refering to my weight, it must mean it needs new batteries.

I'm not even sure where to find them. They are round silver things. I've never bought those before. But I'm going to try and find some tonight so I can weigh in tomorrow morning. Better late then never. Hopefully I lost something, although the first half of the week was rough, so we'll see.

Good luck to everyone else!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hang in there. Don't give up!!! We seem to be losing more and more ladies. The only way you will fail is if you stop trying.

Go get those batteries! And I think "LO" is a nice thing for a scale to say.

My weight is 219 lbs. Heck if I can remember what I weighed the last time I posted here, but I know not too long ago I was at 223.

Keep up the good work ladies!

CONGRATS ON THE WEIGHT LOSS!! That's 16 sticks of butter you can wave goodbye and good riddens to! Time for that weight to just MELT away!

Good luck ladies! I'm feeling some good weight loss energy from here to Christmas!

 

[mommaU4]

Beth- Why do you always have an excuse for everything? Do you have a bag full of excuses, and every time you need one, you just close your eyes and pick one? Check the camera department for those batteries, they usually have them on the counter there. Good luck with your weigh in tomorrow!

My weight is 219 lbs. Heck if I can remember what I weighed the last time I posted here, but I know not too long ago I was at 223.

Keep up the good work ladies!

Are you on crack???
Didn't you read where I forced myself to weigh in last Friday because I have never skipped a weigh in, even though I KNEW I was going to be up??
Sheesh woman, try to at least pretend to pay attention to this thread.


Congrats on the weight loss!! Guess that flu came in handy after all!

 

[mommaU4]

Go get those batteries! And I think "LO" is a nice thing for a scale to say.

It did look rather nice there on the scale. Maybe that was my early Christmas present from the scale to me.

 

[mommaU4]

Finally able to weigh in this morning. Better late then never I guess. Last Friday I was at 219.6 and today I am at 215.2 for a loss of -4.4 pounds.
After gaining for the last two weeks, I HOPE I am finally back on the right track!
Now to avoid the baking that I REALLY want to do right now......

Have a great weekend everyone!

 

[grizbuzz]

Finally able to weigh in this morning. Better late then never I guess. Last Friday I was at 219.6 and today I am at 215.2 for a loss of -4.4 pounds.
After gaining for the last two weeks, I HOPE I am finally back on the right track!
Now to avoid the baking that I REALLY want to do right now......

Have a great weekend everyone!

That is AWESOME! Congratulations!

And as for your baking fix...You could put some sweet potatoes in the oven with nutmeg and spices to get the baking smell in the air. Sweet potatoes are yummy and healthy and not so delicious that you have to worry about over eating. And there's crustless light pumpkin pie recipes...

Also, there's always mulled cider on the stove to make a house smell nice and holiday-like. Or sugar free hot chocolate with light whipped cream and a candy cane.

Not quite baking, but perhaps enough to get into the season without sacrificing the most important gift you can give yourself...your health!

 

[mommaU4]

That is AWESOME! Congratulations!

And as for your baking fix...You could put some sweet potatoes in the oven with nutmeg and spices to get the baking smell in the air. Sweet potatoes are yummy and healthy and not so delicious that you have to worry about over eating. And there's crustless light pumpkin pie recipes...

Also, there's always mulled cider on the stove to make a house smell nice and holiday-like. Or sugar free hot chocolate with light whipped cream and a candy cane.

Not quite baking, but perhaps enough to get into the season without sacrificing the most important gift you can give yourself...your health!

Thanks. It felt good to be back on track. Well......it did......

Sadly, I gave in to the baking urge. I baked a ton of treats. I won't list them all here but none of them were remotely healthy. The good news is I gave a lot of them away already and Ruben will be taking the rest in to work on Monday.

As for the sweet potatoes, I've never cared for those. And with the pumpkin pie, I usually scoop out most of the pumpkin filling and eat the crust and whip cream. Thanks for the suggestions though. I do appreciate you trying to help.

 

[grizbuzz]

Thanks. It felt good to be back on track. Well......it did......

Sadly, I gave in to the baking urge. I baked a ton of treats. I won't list them all here but none of them were remotely healthy. The good news is I gave a lot of them away already and Ruben will be taking the rest in to work on Monday.

As for the sweet potatoes, I've never cared for those. And with the pumpkin pie, I usually scoop out most of the pumpkin filling and eat the crust and whip cream. Thanks for the suggestions though. I do appreciate you trying to help.

Hmmmm....let's see if I can tempt you with other ideas. These aren't exactly healthy, but not as bad as some other baked goods.

Rice krispie treats. Although you can't make these with light butter/margarine as it just doesn't work. Still, I think even with the full fat spread, these tasty treats do less damage then some of their counterparts.

Gingerbread cookies: I may be wrong here, but I don't think gingerbread has quite as much fat as some of the other treats.

No pudge brownies: Haven't tried these myself, but understand that they are pretty good and not all that bad for you.

Not that can eat a ton of these, but planned into a healthy diet, I think they may be tolerable. Please look up nutritional information before gobbling, as I may be completely wrong here.

Also, baking without tasting is not bad for the diet. Just don't eat anything.

 

[grizbuzz]

Oh...just thought of another....Angel Food Cake. It's almost all air!

But probably best not to fool oneself and just stay away from the treats.

 

[trodrigue]

Hello Ladies!

I have been reading along, almost from the begining. I almost joined in, but was afraid that I was too dang lazy to really commit, and I hate to let other people down! Anyhow, you gals are awesome, and I hope you don't mind, but I think I am finally ready to jump aboard.

Here's my story: I am 5'2.5". I have always felt like a chub, and I can assure you, based on my pictures, and what I remember my scale saying, I was a rather slender gal. But I have always been well endowed, and even at 120, I remember wearing a DDD cup bra. I think that always makes you feel like a chub. I weighed about 120 most of my life until about age 30, when I had edged my way up to about 150-160. After my first son was born, I dropped back down to about 120. (stress will do that you know, and seeings how my husband turned out to be a compulsive gambler and left town when I was 7 months pregnant, I had plenty), but eventually, I met my one true love whom I married when my son was 5, and who then adopted my son, and fathered number 2. The end result of blissful happiness and second pregnancy and taking an office job 3 years ago is that I now, at age 42, top the scales at about 209. Holy crap, I have not actually told anyone that number yet!

I know that I am an emotional eater, and also from boredom (is that an emotion?). I really love to excercise when I'm doing it, but hate the thought of doing it, so I procrastinate it as much as I can. I started excercising again about 2 months ago, and inspite of my sporatic schedule, I am feeling results. I have been suffering excruciating pain in my calves with even the lightest exhertion, but I (after checking in with the Dr.) have been pushing myself through it, and now am able to make it on the treadmill for 25 to 30 minutes without experiencing that pain. That progress is really what has gotten me ready to start managing my eating a bit. I am resentful of having to diet, because I really like food, and some people can eat anything they want and not gain weight and that is really not fair, so I want to eat anything I want too! But I really hate being fat, it is deadly to my sex life and my health and I am determined to reverse the damage, before it is too late.

So hope all that was not TMI. My current goal is to continue exercising at least 3 times per week, and to limit myself to about 1600 calories per day, in addition to drinking 8 glasses of water. If I do this, I am certain that I can lose enough weight to be below the 200 mark before my Feb. 14 trip to DL. My other goal is to be in good enough condition to endure the 12 hour days that I like to spend at DL.

So, in determining how I am going to do this, I think the first thing I will do is start a food journal. Writing it down will hold me accountable.

It looks like Friday is weighing in day? So, I will report my progress next Friday. NOW, I'm committed...

 

[mommaU4]

Hmmmm....let's see if I can tempt you with other ideas. These aren't exactly healthy, but not as bad as some other baked goods.

Rice krispie treats. Although you can't make these with light butter/margarine as it just doesn't work. Still, I think even with the full fat spread, these tasty treats do less damage then some of their counterparts.

Now that's a good idea! I love those and I have noticed the bars in the stores that are premade only have 90 calories so they aren't a bad treat.

Hello Ladies!

I have been reading along, almost from the begining. I almost joined in, but was afraid that I was too dang lazy to really commit, and I hate to let other people down! Anyhow, you gals are awesome, and I hope you don't mind, but I think I am finally ready to jump aboard.

Tracey! I'm so glad you decided to join us!!! And do not be afraid to let anyone here down. We are all struggling to one degree or another and are only here to cheer each other on.

As you probably know from reading along we all have our ups and downs, and we've lost a few along the way, but this thread is always here for those who need it, when they need it.

Thanks for opening up and sharing your story. I know that's hard. I've never been shy about posting my numbers but for some people that's a challenge. But I think it's good. For me, it helps keep me accountable.

I'm sorry about your first husband. I can't even imagine. But you sound so happy now and we are here to support you as you get hot and sexy for him and yourself!! We can do this!!!!!!

 

[trodrigue]

Thanks for the welcome and big cheer Beth. Your last statement had me grinning. Hubby will be so happy For me to be in the mood, not to be thin. He loves me any old shape.

 

[grizbuzz]

Hello Ladies!

I have been reading along, almost from the begining. I almost joined in, but was afraid that I was too dang lazy to really commit, and I hate to let other people down! Anyhow, you gals are awesome, and I hope you don't mind, but I think I am finally ready to jump aboard.

Here's my story: I am 5'2.5". I have always felt like a chub, and I can assure you, based on my pictures, and what I remember my scale saying, I was a rather slender gal. But I have always been well endowed, and even at 120, I remember wearing a DDD cup bra. I think that always makes you feel like a chub. I weighed about 120 most of my life until about age 30, when I had edged my way up to about 150-160. After my first son was born, I dropped back down to about 120. (stress will do that you know, and seeings how my husband turned out to be a compulsive gambler and left town when I was 7 months pregnant, I had plenty), but eventually, I met my one true love whom I married when my son was 5, and who then adopted my son, and fathered number 2. The end result of blissful happiness and second pregnancy and taking an office job 3 years ago is that I now, at age 42, top the scales at about 209. Holy crap, I have not actually told anyone that number yet!

I know that I am an emotional eater, and also from boredom (is that an emotion?). I really love to excercise when I'm doing it, but hate the thought of doing it, so I procrastinate it as much as I can. I started excercising again about 2 months ago, and inspite of my sporatic schedule, I am feeling results. I have been suffering excruciating pain in my calves with even the lightest exhertion, but I (after checking in with the Dr.) have been pushing myself through it, and now am able to make it on the treadmill for 25 to 30 minutes without experiencing that pain. That progress is really what has gotten me ready to start managing my eating a bit. I am resentful of having to diet, because I really like food, and some people can eat anything they want and not gain weight and that is really not fair, so I want to eat anything I want too! But I really hate being fat, it is deadly to my sex life and my health and I am determined to reverse the damage, before it is too late.

So hope all that was not TMI. My current goal is to continue exercising at least 3 times per week, and to limit myself to about 1600 calories per day, in addition to drinking 8 glasses of water. If I do this, I am certain that I can lose enough weight to be below the 200 mark before my Feb. 14 trip to DL. My other goal is to be in good enough condition to endure the 12 hour days that I like to spend at DL.

So, in determining how I am going to do this, I think the first thing I will do is start a food journal. Writing it down will hold me accountable.

It looks like Friday is weighing in day? So, I will report my progress next Friday. NOW, I'm committed...

Welcome Tracy!!

So glad you are here to join us!

And congrats on the progress with your exercise!

I'm TIRED right now. Just finished a 1 hour and 45 minute run. Well can't say I was running all of it, but I did keep moving. Probably made it about nine miles. And right now I"m feeling sore and grouchy. Actually, the first 1 hour and 20 minutes was great. I was feeling that runners high. But then I started getting tired and had to keep pushing myself to get home. I made it!

Hope you are all having a great weekend. I am looking at all the Disneyland holiday pictures, wishing I could make it down there to experience the holiday cheer. I wanna go! Only have to wait until February and then WDW and DCL!

 

[wendylady36]

I just went back to my first post here and realized I've gained 9 lbs since I've started! Yes, I find that funny. Maybe I should join a "I want to gain weight" thread and then maybe I'll lose weight!

Good job to everyone this week! Keep up the good work!

Tracey - Welcome! Thank you for sharing your story with us.
P.S. - Boys (well, most of them anyways) suck!!!!

 

[daisy_77]

Hi, ladies! I don't weigh in when my monthly visitor is here so I don't know if I gained or lost. It will always show a gain so that is why I don't weigh in during that time of the month. It just discourages me to see the gain...even though it is water retention.

Great job, Beth! I am sorry you gave into temptation. It is the holiday season. Sometimes it is hard NOT to give in. You gave most of the treats away, so you will be fine.

Welcome, Tracey!
Your stats sound like mine. I am 5' 1" and I weigh about 200 pounds right now. I started gained during my pregnancy in 2004 and I have not stopped. I lose 20 here and there...but always gain it right back. I am currently doing weight watchers (again) and I am hoping I can really stick with it and not get so discouraged. I am happy you are here! There is a lot of encouragement on this thread.

 

[mommaU4]

Thanks for the welcome and big cheer Beth. Your last statement had me grinning. Hubby will be so happy For me to be in the mood, not to be thin. He loves me any old shape.

Aw, that's sweet. Mine is the same way. He's seen me at 125 lbs and at 294 when I was ready to deliver the twins, and everything in between, and he's never stopped telling me how pretty he thinks I am. Gotta love 'em huh??

And while my weight gain has never (ahem) slowed us down, LOL, I know I feel better and more......ummm, frisky, shall we say, when I'm feeling thinner, so that alone is reason to keep at it.

Just finished a 1 hour and 45 minute run. Well can't say I was running all of it, but I did keep moving.

Hope you are all having a great weekend. I am looking at all the Disneyland holiday pictures, wishing I could make it down there to experience the holiday cheer. I wanna go! Only have to wait until February and then WDW and DCL!

How??? How, how, how can you run for an hour and 45 minutes?????

I'm missing Disneyland right now too.

I just went back to my first post here and realized I've gained 9 lbs since I've started!

But your still here and you haven't given up! That's the most important thing.

Hi, ladies! I don't weigh in when my monthly visitor is here so I don't know if I gained or lost.

Darn Aunt Flo seems to be visiting a lot of ladies right now. Guess she's spreading that Christmas cheer around.

 

[trodrigue]

Welcome Tracy!!

I'm TIRED right now. Just finished a 1 hour and 45 minute run. Well can't say I was running all of it, but I did keep moving. Probably made it about nine miles. And right now I"m feeling sore and grouchy. Actually, the first 1 hour and 20 minutes was great. I was feeling that runners high. But then I started getting tired and had to keep pushing myself to get home. I made it!

Hope you are all having a great weekend. I am looking at all the Disneyland holiday pictures, wishing I could make it down there to experience the holiday cheer. I wanna go! Only have to wait until February and then WDW and DCL!

I repeat, "How, how, how can you run for an hour and 45 minutes?" But good for you! I also miss DL a bunch right now. We passed through last year at Xmas time for 3 days. Due to flue, sprained ankle and ear infection, the trip was less than stellar. But, I did get a fair amount of wonderful pictures and am really enjoying looking at them.

I just went back to my first post here and realized I've gained 9 lbs since I've started! Yes, I find that funny. Maybe I should join a "I want to gain weight" thread and then maybe I'll lose weight!

Good job to everyone this week! Keep up the good work!

Tracey - Welcome! Thank you for sharing your story with us.
P.S. - Boys (well, most of them anyways) suck!!!!

I really appreciate your sense of humour Wendy. That will take you far in life with all it's ups and downs. (pun intended )

Hi, ladies! I don't weigh in when my monthly visitor is here so I don't know if I gained or lost. It will always show a gain so that is why I don't weigh in during that time of the month. It just discourages me to see the gain...even though it is water retention.

Great job, Beth! I am sorry you gave into temptation. It is the holiday season. Sometimes it is hard NOT to give in. You gave most of the treats away, so you will be fine.

Welcome, Tracey!
Your stats sound like mine. I am 5' 1" and I weigh about 200 pounds right now. I started gained during my pregnancy in 2004 and I have not stopped. I lose 20 here and there...but always gain it right back. I am currently doing weight watchers (again) and I am hoping I can really stick with it and not get so discouraged. I am happy you are here! There is a lot of encouragement on this thread.

Hey, I am using Aunt Flo to my advantaqe, setting my starting weight right now while she is visiting, then when I check next week I should have even better results.

I am not going to bake this year because neither I nor my husband have very good self control. My kids will have to make do with what ever comes our way.

Thanks for the welcome everyone. Yesterday was a good day and I feel like I am off to a great start and can really do this! I hope you all have a marvelous day.

 

[mommaU4]

Happy Monday everyone!! (ugh, do happy and Monday really belong together, ever??)

Ruben took the last of the goodies I made off to work with him this morning. Yay! I'm sure I'm going to bake more just because I enjoy it so much. But none of it will be staying in the house so that's a good thing.

So counting today we have four glorious days until weigh in. Let's make them count!! I always do better during the week when it's just myself and I don't have to prepare meals for anyone else, with the exception of dinner of course.

Drink your water!!!!
Walk extra if you can. Park further away, take the stairs, go for a quick walk in the evening.
Stay focused on your goals. I keep reminding myself that Christmas Day is coming soon and I can splurge then. Between now and then, I need to stay on track.

We can do this ladies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!