Losing weight for Mickey

[Dismom55]

I thought I might jump in here, I have been trying to lose for some time now, actually have lost 40 lbs but still have a ways to go. I have several health issues that really slows me down, the worst being I am 53 yrs old and it can be hard at my age. Add to that hypothyroid, diabetes, just to name a few.

I am taking my mother (77 yr old) to Disney Sep 09, so really must get into shape. That basically gives me about 1 yr to make a difference here.

I am sure if we keep trying we all can do this.

 

[Murrlene]

How do I get the tickers? I want a goal ticker too!

Did I do my ticker right?? 60lbs is my goal. Or should it be for what i have lost??

I know all these technical questions??

 

[Murrlene]

Ok, my question is for everyone, how do you spend your time that you use to snack or eat all those things we should not??

I know, I am so bad infront of the TV at night. So I have cut way back on my TV time and have filled that time with rubberstamping and scrapbooking. But I find I still get the munchies doing that. I keep trying to fill that void with water, but you know water aint no cookie.

So how do you do it?

 

[Dismom55]

For me watching tv and snacking was the downfall, so two things, 1. added fresh fruit and veggies so I felt full longer, 2. I have an eating cut off, nothing after 8p (unless we have not had dinner yet, and that happens when my son has a ball game).

Tip, I have light weights, when viewing tv I lift them, just little 1-2 lb single hand held. Can used canned veggies if you don't have them. Keeps my hands busy so I can not absently mindedly pick up snack.

Another tip, I keep 100 calorie or less snacks on hand, that might range from the little bags of prepackaged things to fresh fruit. Those are my snack now, so when I absolutely have to munch on something, that is what I grab, only one is necessary.

 

[Disneymommy2006]

Okay I am officially in on this...I had lost about 25 pounds starting last September....I have now gained 10 back but I want to get back on track! This board is so encouraging and I love all the tips! This is the motivation I have been looking for!!!

 

[PEANUT1]

Hi all!!! I will take all of the support I can get. I want to lose 30lbs. I joined WW 3 weeks ago and so far 6lbs gone.

 

[scrappinggirl]

I am on WW also and trying to lose weight for WDW! I am down 9 and can't lose anymore. I don't know what to do. I also hurt my ankle so I can't walk like I use to.
I needed to send this message so I could get to 10 sent and add my ticker on. Wish me luck?!

 

[scrappinggirl]

I am trying to add my ticker!

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[SharpMomOfTwo]

Ok, my question is for everyone, how do you spend your time that you use to snack or eat all those things we should not??

I don't eat anything past 6pm, no matter what. If I know I wont be home durring dinner, I take some healthy snacks with me (like fruits or veggies or something like that). Lots of nights, I go for a walk about an hour or two after dinner, and that really helps too, plus its extra exercise.

 

[zigfam4]

I am trying to add my ticker!

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A little hint on adding your ticker. Do the "cut and paste" instead of "copy and paste". I tried doing copy and paste and all I got were was the .url code like what you have above. Also, you can preview your signature by clicking on a button so you know if it's right or not before it gets posted. I had to try several times so keep working on it. I'll be able to update my ticker tonight after my WW weigh-in. It's my 2nd full week - I'm crossing my fingers that I'll get to 5 lbs.

 

[zigfam4]

Ok, my question is for everyone, how do you spend your time that you use to snack or eat all those things we should not??

I know, I am so bad infront of the TV at night. So I have cut way back on my TV time and have filled that time with rubberstamping and scrapbooking. But I find I still get the munchies doing that. I keep trying to fill that void with water, but you know water aint no cookie.

So how do you do it?

I agree "water ain't no cookie". Fortunately, I don't get the late night munchies - mine come on in the late afternoon before dinner time. I try to curb my appetite with a bottle of crystal light and a 100 calorie pack (2 WW points). I abolustely LOVE the Lorna Doone 100 calorie pack shortbreads. They really DO taste like the real thing. I'll probably get in trouble now since I advertised something

 

[scrappinggirl]

Thank you Zigfam4,
Lovetoscrap was very patient and helpful and after several tries I finally got it to work.
I hope you were lighter on the scale and reach your goal!

 

[Murrlene]

I don't eat anything past 6pm, no matter what. If I know I wont be home durring dinner, I take some healthy snacks with me (like fruits or veggies or something like that). Lots of nights, I go for a walk about an hour or two after dinner, and that really helps too, plus its extra exercise.

I usually walk early in the day, but I think that is a great idea. You can burn off all the extra from the day and you know I always hit a low in eneregy at the end of the day, maybe this would also help me with that. I am gonna start tonight and see what happens, (great family time too). It doesn't take much to get me happy.

Thanks for the support.

 

[Dismom55]

If you can do your exercise early in the day, it helps to keep your metabolism reved a bit during the day. I do a little of both, do my bulk of exercise in the morning, then I do a bit of a walk or about 15 minutes on my stationary bike after dinner.

 

[SharpMomOfTwo]

I usually walk early in the day, but I think that is a great idea. You can burn off all the extra from the day and you know I always hit a low in eneregy at the end of the day, maybe this would also help me with that. I am gonna start tonight and see what happens, (great family time too). It doesn't take much to get me happy.

Thanks for the support.

Awwww - happy I could help! My walks are along - I'm a SAMH to my 2 DDs - 22m and 3.5 years - I'll take any alone time I can get!!! But I think its great that your going to do it with your family, have a great time while buring some calories!

Have fun!

 

[Normangirls]

O.K., I'm in. I've been looking for some motivation lately, and this is it! I started dieting because I needed to, but I am using Disney (in October) as my goal and reward.

I haven't read all of the posts yet, but I noticed some comments about NutirSystem. I've been doing it for about two months now, and I love it. No, the food is not, but it really shows the importance of portion control. It is also convenient. And the daily requirements for the food you add yourself (fruits, veggies, dairy) makes you consider what a "healthy" diet looks like (like how many fruit/vegetable servings you should eat daily). It's worked for me, and my kids are eating much better (They are happy with a banana for a snack instead of a candy bar! Amazing!).

Anyway, here are my stats. Thanks for the great thread.

Name: Anna
Age: 40
Location: Ohio
Diet: NutriSystem
Exercise: bought a treadmill two weeks ago, do 30 minutes every morning
Weight at start: 232
Goal: 140
Currently: 191

 

[LittleSeacow]

These last ten pounds I have been trying to lose are killing me! When I started the diet I was losing 2-3 pounds a week. Now I am doing a 1/2 a pound a week. I guess i shouldn't complain because at least the numbers are still headed in the right direction!
Keep up the good work everybody!

 

[Murrlene]

Ok, ladies, I have done it. I am down my first 3 lbs. I had some dental work done this week so it was pretty easy to stay away from alot of junk. I have been cleaning my house and purging all the extra clutter. (which I never do) I think this has helped. I have changed up my time infront of the TV and getting alot of little things done around the house. Plus I walked this past week 4 days. It has been rainy here.

I just was so excited, Mickey is gonna see a new me this time.

 

[charlinn]

Hello all...down 5.4lbs doing WW!! I am so excited! I am now on week 3 weigh in on Tuesdays...My first goal is 20lbs by Disneyland Trip (Dec. 2008)...1/4 of the way there!!

 

[licountrygirl]

Hi everyone - just weighed in for the 2nd time at Weight Watchers and I was down 2.4lbs for a total of 10 pounds!!! I soooo hope that next week I can get out of the 200lbs range! I noticed my top goal weight for my height is 169. I can't see me ever being 169, but I can't reach lifetime without it. They told me that exceptions can be made with a doctor's note but I guess we'll tackle that when it comes.

I now have 2 stars on my bookmark!! yay me!!

And yay to everyone on their progress!!!!