I'm a Lurking Loser!

[Poly Pal]

Today is the 6 month anniversary of my Big Diet and Exercise effort. I've lost 47 lbs so far and have gone from really tight size 40 jeans (loose fit, of course!) to size 36 being a little loose. I've lost 20% of my original body weight and I'm shooting for 5% more. I've gone from being "obese" to having a BMI in the "healthy" range.

Everyone here is a real inspiration and I've lurked almost daily for several weeks now. Good job, you bunch of losers! (and I mean that in the nicest way!)

I made my "mini-goal" for the 4th of July and my next mini-goal is for my birthday (July 30) just 3 lbs away. Then it's on to my "summer vacation goal on August 16th which will equal my wedding weight of 177.

I'm not following any particular diet. I am eating low fat, avoiding "white carbs" (potatoes, rice, pasta, regular white bread, corn and peas) and trying to keep calories to 1800 /day. Its sort of a modified WW program from 20 years ago (remember the 5 fish a week, 5 breads, 3 fruits plan?)

I work out for about 90 minutes a day 6 days a week. About 30 minutes with free weights and 60 minutes cardio /aerobics. It is tough to drag myself out of bed at 5:00 am to work out, but it works for me. I split my workouts to 60 minutes in the morning andd 30 minutes as soon as I get home from work while dinner cooks.

This board is helping to keep me motivated to reach my ultimate goal of 11 more lb. by Halloween. Thanks everyone!

 

[KathyTX]

What?

No fair lurking- we need your help! You are a HUGE loser!

It sounds like you've taken a smart and determined approach to eating, and you've had some amazing results. 47 pounds in 6 months- WOW!

And it sounds like you're very dedicated to exercise. There are a few more of your odd kind around here.

I'm really happy about your success. I'll bet it feels GREAT to be meeting your goals and getting back to the shape you were in when you got married. Probably makes your wife pretty happy, too!

Stick around- help us be big losers like you! (I'm really glad you find my loser friends inspiring. I'm pretty fond of them, too!)

 

[mowsie dreamer]

WOW!! Way to go Poly Pal!!! You are doing great!! Sounds like your modified WW plan is really working for you and I really like your committment to exercise. That is the hardest part for me.

Welcome to WISH!!! Now, less lurking and more posting, please. We really could use you around here!

 

[Nancy]

Welcome to the world of loosers!! We are the nicest bunch I've ever been around. Congrats on the weight loss so far and good luck on meeting your next mini-goal.

 

[perfectmatch300]

Glad to see you come out of "lurking", Ploy Pal!
Hope we get to see a lot more of you now that you've come out of hiding!

 

[Luvinit]

POLY PAL.... YOU ARE SOOOO LUCKY THAT KATHOLYN IS NOT HERE!!! I am soooo TELLING ON YOU!!!

We have Wish By-Laws...and Rule # 1....(say it with me everyone).....


NO LURKNG!!!!

I am So Glad that you decided to come out of Lurking Mode. Haven't you figured out that we NEED you here? Won't you PLEASE consider joining us? You have been SOOOO Successful!!! We could use a BIG LOSER like you!!!

Consider it, I am glad you posted. You seem to have found something that is Really working well for you!!!

Tracy

 

[Minniespal]

Well done on your weight lose ~ Modifies ww seems to be working for you.

Hope you decide to stop lurking and join us.

 

[TigH]

Poly Pal, that is AMAZING!!!! You are doing a fantastic job!

I hope you stick around and become less of a lurker! WOO-HOO for you! Keep up the great work!!!

(insert row of bouncing green smileys here...)