Losing weight for Mickey

[chinchiller]

We're still not sure if we're going to be going back to the World this year, but I still want to lose the weight anyhow.

Name: Stephy
Age: 26
Location: Evansville, Indiana
Type of diet: Everything in moderation
Excercise: Running (going to start C25K as soon as it warms up a bit), yoga, and Wii Fit
Start date of diet: I started losing weight in April 2011 when I got pregnant
Goal: 110
Weight at start of diet: 150
Weight loss to date: 30 lbs

This was me in 2010 and it's what I looked like until last spring:

This was me a couple of weeks ago at 25 lbs lost, with our brand new baby girl:

 

[jensen]

I'm interested in joining this support group. I'd like to lose some weight before our January trip. I've never gone on a diet before and hate the idea of one, but I know I need to do it... I just need some help getting started.

Name: Jennifer
Age: 35
Location: South Dakota
Type of diet: ???
Excercise: I hate exercise and work at a desk all day, so I need some advice on this...
Start date of diet: Today
Goal: 150 (eventually more... but, I think that's a reasonable goal for my trip at the end of January)
Weight at start of diet: 165
Weight loss to date: just starting...

I just dug up this post I put on here over 3 years ago. I cannot believe it's been that long... and after I posted, I basically forgot about it and continued to gain weight.

Finally about two years and 20 additional pounds later (August 2011) I joined a gym and hired a coach to help me with my weight loss and healthy lifestyle goals. I signed up for a 6 month coaching plan with a goal of losing 24 lbs. I ended up losing over 40 with my coach. Then continued to work on my own. To date I've lost 50 lbs.

My ultimate goal is to lose about 10 more lbs and tone up this loose fat that is hanging around.

After that it's all about maintenance. I always say, "it's easy to lose weight. It's hard to keep it off!"

Congrats to all those who've met their goals and are keeping it off.

Good luck to those still working!

My Stats:
Name: Jennifer
Age: 38
Location: South Dakota
Type of diet: Calorie Counting, Exercise - not a "diet", a true lifestyle change.
Excercise: Everything - walking, cycling, eliptical, weight lifting, exercise classes, I'm even trying a little running.
Start date of diet: August 2011
Goal: 125-130
Weight at start of diet: 187
Weight loss to date: 50

 

[TeamTinkerbell]

Brenda; 42 years old; Wants to lose 30 pounds before October 2012 for our cruise.

 

[budafam]

Name-Kristy
Start Weight-176
GOAL-150
want to be there by- May
How to get there- I cut out soda completely. I watch my portions a lot more now... still allow a few "treats" but one piece instead of 50.

I started going to the gym on January 29th and so far I've lost 6 pounds!!! I've been going every single day for at least an hour. I take turns. One day I will go on the stepper for an hour and the next I do it for 40 minutes and then do the weight machines, then another 10 minutes on the stepper to end it. It seems to work and I don't get sick of it as quick.

 

[TeamTinkerbell]

Brenda; 42 years old; Wants to lose 30 pounds before October 2012 for our cruise.

Sorry, forgot to say how I plan to lose it. I travel a lot with DD's basketball team so there's a lot of eating fast food and junk food in concessions. I actually bought healthier snacks to have during the games so that I'm not "starving" after the games and need to stop for food. That's my first step. I have been doing some walking around my street. Twice around is one mile. But we are just now getting winter, so not sure how that will work.

 

[MinaFemme]

My goal is to lose 100 pounds for my Halloween trip to Disney! I have lost 12 pounds so far, 88 more to go!

I am not following a particular plan, my focus is on eating healthier choices like fruit, veggies, salad, lean protein, whole grains, lots of water, etc. I exercise almost every day as well. I feel better than I’ve felt in years!

 

[North of Mouse]

We're still not sure if we're going to be going back to the World this year, but I still want to lose the weight anyhow.

Name: Stephy
Age: 26
Location: Evansville, Indiana
Type of diet: Everything in moderation
Excercise: Running (going to start C25K as soon as it warms up a bit), yoga, and Wii Fit
Start date of diet: I started losing weight in April 2011 when I got pregnant
Goal: 110
Weight at start of diet: 150
Weight loss to date: 30 lbs

This was me in 2010 and it's what I looked like until last spring:

This was me a couple of weeks ago at 25 lbs lost, with our brand new baby girl:

Congratulations, both on your weight loss and your adorable baby girl I have about 15 lbs. to lose, and I use Leslie Sansone dvd's and have had great results, especially with toning

 

[North of Mouse]

Sorry, forgot to say how I plan to lose it. I travel a lot with DD's basketball team so there's a lot of eating fast food and junk food in concessions. I actually bought healthier snacks to have during the games so that I'm not "starving" after the games and need to stop for food. That's my first step. I have been doing some walking around my street. Twice around is one mile. But we are just now getting winter, so not sure how that will work.

I would suggest, as above, Leslie Sansone Walking dvd's. I am proof they work and you can do them inside during all sorts of weather

 

[mom2val]

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[MinaFemme]

I would suggest, as above, Leslie Sansone Walking dvd's. I am proof they work and you can do them inside during all sorts of weather

I agree! I LOVE Leslie Sansone's walking dvd's! I have two of them, and I do them at night after work. I have a one year old son, and he plays in the room while i do them. You can squeeze in the time if you try! Also, I walk outside briskly during my lunch breaks at work every day. I turn on my headphones and I'm good to go.

Sometimes people say they have no money to join a gym, or time. I'm proof that you can make it work. I don't have the money for a gym, but walking is free! You can borrow exercise dvd's from the library. Buy a set of handweights to do strength training at home. Instead of watching a few hours of TV every night, put on a dvd and get your sweat on! You will feel amazing afterward! I look forward to exercise now!

 

[Elmck]

I am constantly trying to lose weight and failing. I would love to lose 50 pounds before our trip. I just have to decide how to do it and stick to something. I am starting tonight!! I'll repost tomorrow and tell you what I decided

 

[Couchy]

I don't have a ton of weight to lose but do need to lose about 7 lbs. I am in 2 weddings one and one in May with a trip to WDW in between . When I ordered the bridesmaids dresses I was about 7 lb smaller and now I am having trouble getting into them comfortably... so its time. Decemeber and January were bad months for me in terms of eating so I need to get back into good habits

Age: 34
Diet: Stop eating out so much, I eat pretty healhy, no junk , all whole grains, produce , fresh food, not much package foods
Start Date : 2/10/12
Current Weight: 128
Goal Weight: 121 ( right within the normal range for my height)


I know it probably does not seem like much to lose but for the past 3 weeks I have attempted and failed to get back on track telling myself " I have time". It is also important because I am a type 1 diabetic and any weight increase seems to effect my blood sugar levels. I can't believe how much 7 lbs makes a difference. Well now I have to get on track to fit into these dresses
I also exercise daily- running everyday in the winter and cycle for a couple hours a day in the summer

 

[AshleeH]

Name: Ashlee
Age: 30
Location: South in the USA
Type of diet: Portion Control and no soft drinks
Excercise: Walking outside when it's warmer
Start date of diet: 12/26/11
Goal: 135
Weight at start of diet: 186.4
Weight loss to date: 11 pounds
Vacation planned for: October 2012
Goal for the trip: -35 pounds

 

[MagicalMommy27]

Hi Everyone! Since starting my diet 9 months ago, I came across this thread and have been using it for inspiration every time I want to shove a hamburger in my mouth! Just reading all the posts has given me the push I need to stay on track! Hoping to reach my goal before DD's very first trip to Disneyland this spring.

Name: Sarah
Age: 27
Height: 5'5
Diet: Low calorie, exercising
Weakness: Fast food and sweets
Goal: 140
Weight at start of diet: 205
Current weight: 150
Total loss to date: 55lbs

 

[Golden Amik]

Count me in. I have over a year to lose about 40 pounds and gain back a healthy active lifestyle. I am currently recovering from a severe patella dislocation and it is seriously affecting my excercise plan. I will have to get my stats and post back.

 

[mom2val]

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[PrincessBoo]

[Update.. Starting weight November 2011- 277 ---- Goal 165
2-8-12 weight 233
2-24-12 weight 228

I have increased my exercise alot in the past few weeks. I am now doing 4-6 miles per day on my recumbent bike. I have dropped 2 clothing sizes since the start and am down 49 pounds. My goal is still very far away but at least I have seen some progress.

I'm so proud of you!! Thats awesome.

I have lost 38 pounds since December and joined the YMCA last week. I'm hoping exercise will get me to lose the additional 40 pounds I want to by October. I, eventually, will hope to lose a total of 90 pounds. Here's hoping.

 

[mom2val]

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[Samar]

Name: Tiffany

Age: 27

Location: NJ

Diet: No caffeinated drinks and loosely following the WW guidelines
hurdles to overcome: Constant fatigue, unsuportive husband and children that love their treats

Exercise: DVD's and walking

Start date: 3/6/12

Goal: My ultimate is 150 but I still have quite awhile to go.

Weight at start: A good deal more than 150

Weight loss to date: 12 lbs