Losing weight for Mickey

[RachelsMommie]

Hi, guys!

We are going to Disney (Land/Sea package) in September. I started at 217.6 and have lost down to 209.0 in the past 7 days! I'm losing weight and am scheduled to get to 140 by August 10th. I'm doing it through a Medifast center. Here's my blog: http://kristi-weightlosswithmedifast.blogspot.com/

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Kristi

 

[TeamTinkerbell]

Sharpmomoftwo, thanks for bringing this up, this is great! Hello everyone! We are not going to Disney until October of 2009. By then I will have just turned 40. It will just be myself and DD11 (then). I want her to have a wonderful time and I need to feel good about myself and able to keep up with her.

So here I am:

38 years old, wife, mother of one.
138 lbs. at last count on Friday.
5'0" (on my short frame, any weight gain really shows)
I sit all day at a computer and get very little exercise unless you count when I get up to get a file.
However, we do have steps in our house and I have been walking up and down them more often to get exercise.
Eating out for lunch and BBQ potato chips are MY weakness.
I'm cutting that out as much as possible and counting points from WW
My goal: 120 lbs. but way before Disney. I want to be there by the first of May for the summer.

 

[SilverMickey]

Good Morning, It's raining and the kids are home from school for the 9th time. If its not a snow day then its flooding!

I GAINED WEIGHT THIS WEEK! 3 pounds! I don't think I drank enough fluids... I'm changing that today and already had 22oz of water. Now for a nice cup of coffee and all will be right with the world.


Heres to a losing week!

 

[goofyisinphilly]

We are getting back on the wagon today. Since I do WW I already counted my coffee and banana for breakfast. With my strange work schedule having breakfast is a little tricky. My goal is by the time it is warm enough that I have to wear short sleeves to work I will be comfortable in the clothes I already have. Ready or not here summer comes!

 

[Tara8595]

Just joining!

I started my diet in early January. I read an article that changed my perspective. It was all about being good to your body because it's been good to you - it allows you to hear, see, enjoy life, it gave (some of us) children, etc. So why do we fill it up with garbage? It really made me think. I feed my baby good food. I even feed my dog good food. I wouldn't give my dog a piece of cake, so why do I eat it?

Anyhow - thinking of my body as a separate entity from myself has really helped me to change my eating habits. Maybe that will help some of you too. Feed your body with good food. Feed yourself with good fun.

Things I'm doing that are working: I've become an avid calorie counter. I am writing down everything I eat and keeping track of the calories. For a few weeks I was looking up calories online and then I kept them in a separate spreadsheet so that I could have a reference of calories of food I regularly eat at home - makes it easier to cut and paste for the day and total it up.

1lb of fat = 3500 calories. So, I know that for my age and weight, my maintenance calories = 1800/day. I need to cut that to 1300/day to lose 1lb per week. It's all just math. So, I keep track and stay as close to that as possible.

Exercise = Xbox Dance Dance Revolution. I highly recommend it. It keeps track of the calories you burn in each session. It is fun and you work up a sweat even though you are essentially just marching. It's a challenge to play the game and when you get it right, the game cheers for you. I am up to about 225 calories per session or 25 minutes of play.

I've also switched to brown breads, pastas and rice. I eat nuts instead of chips. I always eat a protein with a carb (learned on the diabetic diet to do this to burn off the carbs faster - always pair it with protein). Cut back to one sweet/day - and it has to be 'diet' - reduced fat/sugar. I'm a big fan of carb smart icecream and peanut butter. You can pair that and it's a great dessert with not too much bad stuff.

Start weight Jan 1 = 183.
Current weight = 175.
(I was down to 173 but gained 2 lbs at Disney last week)
Goal = 142, by October,
unless I get pregnant again, then I'll have to reevaluate.
Exercise = Dance Dance Revolution 4 times per week
Diet = low carbs, counting calories, variety of foods, more fruit & veggies.

Good luck to everyone! I'll check back often.

 

[jacobsmom]

Name: Nicole
Age: 28
Weight: 239
Height: 5'10"
My focus is eating healthier and exercise. I really want to be healthier so I'm able to run around on vacations to D.C. and disney without feeling junky. My downfall--sweets and carbs. I LOVE chocolate, pasta, bread, cake, cookies.... Seriously it's bad.

 

[semo233]

Hello all,
I went as far as joining Jenny Craig. I like the fact that there is minimal tracking right now. I have about 35 lbs to go, but will be happy if I can lose 12 more pounds by our Disney trip April 10, for a total loss of 20 pounds.
My biggest worry is gaining while at Disney!!! We have reservations every day for breakfast, but will probably eat at a counter service rest. in the parks for lunch and dinner. Do any of you veterans have any suggestions for lunch and dinner places where I can get a really nice salad in the parks? I haven't been to Disney in about 15 years!
I plan on doing lots of walking, can split a burger with my DD11 (she can have the fries) and I can get a salad! We don't drink soda, really only H2O, so I can save calories there. I find that as long as I have a few healthy alternatives and give in to a treat now and then, I can pretty much stay on track.
Disney veterans , put your thinking caps on please so we don't reverse all our hard work!
thanks,
M

 

[Omma]

Well my weigh-in this morning was not impressive. I lost my initial 5lbs right away w/ WW but nothing seems to be coming off since then. One of my friends said trying Core for a week seemed to "jump start" her weight loss so I'm going to try Core this week and see what happens. Our trip is getting so close - I don't want to blow it now!

 

[SharpMomOfTwo]

This is the first week that I haven't lost anything but ounces... I guess I shouldn't complain to much (I've lost 18lbs since Jan 1st only going off one weekend while switching from Atkins to WW) but I'm getting frustrated! I think my problam is that I'm NOT EATING ENOUGH?! Is it possible?? Here is a lost of what I eat for the day, and you let me know:

Breakfast: 1.5 cups Wegmans cereal with 1 cup fat free milk (5 points)

Lunch: Soup with or without bread or a turkey & cheese sanwich (2-7 points depending)

Dinner: Healthy Choice or Lean Cuisen meal (5-8 points)

I try to drink my water with Crystal Light (can't stand regular water) but I don't think I'm drinking enough. My bottle is 1PT 7.7FL OZ, and I never finish it durring the day. Sometimes if I'm really hungry, I will have one of DHs cereal bars (2 points) or yougert with some frozen fruit and milk & ice (about 3-4 points) but I rarely snack just because I'm not hungry. I am by no means starving myself, because I'm not hungry durring the day. Believe it or not, the cereal in the morning fills me up, and the bowls of soup are huge! I try to eat a smaller dinner (I'm eating the frozen meals because 1 I'm to lazy to cook and 2, I don't know how to cool "healthy.")
I think the reason I'm getting frustrated is because I know I need to get my lazy butt on the treadmill, and I just don't want to. I just started my new event coordinator position Saturday.... though its nothing that I thought it would be, at least I'm out of the house and on my feet for a portion of the day (while the store is setting up I'm working 8-5 but once the store opens it will only be 9-1 Mon, Wed & Fri). So what do you think - What am I doing wrong???

Together We Can Do This!

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[Omma]

SharpMomofTwo...our WW leader did say not eating all your points can slow your metabolism down and actually slow your weight loss. If I counted correctly what you listed was max 20pts. Do you only have 20pts/day? If so...use some of your flex pts to help. If you have more than 20pts a day go ahead and eat them. Everyone at my mtg swears it helps.

And wish I had your problem - not eating enough!

 

[Tara8595]

Exercise more. If you want to jump start your weight loss, you have to exercise, there's just no other way. And not just walking either. If you want to lose you have to do something to make sweat. Otherwise, even if you're starving yourself, you're going to be losing muscle, not just fat. That's no good.

Exercising will raise your resting metabolism too. Go buy a Wii! Or buy a system that will allow you to play Dance Dance Revolution. I swear it works, and it's fun.

Also, if you are a TV or DVD watcher - do something (anything) while you're watching - I have a thighmaster and a buttmaster, and i feel the burn...

Also, when you're doing anything sedentary - become a fidgeter. Bounce your legs, tighten your stomach muscles - anything that keeps you moving even if it's just a little bit, will help.

Good luck!!! I just want to make my 174 goal this week. 1 more lb. Bet I can make it by tomorrow if I DDR tonight....

 

[ChevyNat]

I've lost 8 to 10 pounds so far... I still yoyo on that it's been 2 weeks... but I'm in my time of the month so, maybe that's why too... at least I did not gain any...

 

[mousebymarriage]

O.K. here goes! I have read many of the posts here and you guys have totally motivated me! I weigh more now, than I ever have in my life. I was a very skinny kid but, then puberty hit and it was like someone hit the inflate button on one of those disposable life rafts (POOF)! When my DD was 3 she is now 11, I went to weight watchers and lost 50 pounds in 6 months but, eventually i got pregnant again and gained it all back plus a whole lot more. After my DS6 was born my thyroid shut down and I take medication for it so I can't use that as an excuse.
I am planning to start Weight Watchers again next week when the kids go back to school (they are off this week for Presidents week). I am hoping to go back to Disney in Dec. for our 15th wedding anniversary but, DH is being a jerk.

Name: Barbara
Age: 37
Location: New Jersey
Diet: Weight Watchers (starting next week)
Exercise: walking around the track in town when I have spare time
Weaknesses: Chocolate and sweets in general
Weight: 250+ (I'll find out when I start WW next week)
Height: 5' 4"

* If anyone needs a buddy I would love to have one!

 

[kpmdjm]

Your story sounds very similar to mine. We have a trip coming up this April and I am trying so hard on WW. The last 2 weeks I have lost nothing.
kris

 

[tmatthews]

Welcome to all the newbies!!!

Sharpmomof2- I don't like water so much either but I drink at least 3 bottles at school and one at home. Leslie Sansone recommends drinking a bottle of water before each meal.

 

[Super]

This is the first week that I haven't lost anything but ounces... I guess I shouldn't complain to much (I've lost 18lbs since Jan 1st only going off one weekend while switching from Atkins to WW) but I'm getting frustrated! I think my problam is that I'm NOT EATING ENOUGH?! Is it possible?? Here is a lost of what I eat for the day, and you let me know:

Breakfast: 1.5 cups Wegmans cereal with 1 cup fat free milk (5 points)

Lunch: Soup with or without bread or a turkey & cheese sanwich (2-7 points depending)

Dinner: Healthy Choice or Lean Cuisen meal (5-8 points)

I try to drink my water with Crystal Light (can't stand regular water) but I don't think I'm drinking enough. My bottle is 1PT 7.7FL OZ, and I never finish it durring the day. Sometimes if I'm really hungry, I will have one of DHs cereal bars (2 points) or yougert with some frozen fruit and milk & ice (about 3-4 points) but I rarely snack just because I'm not hungry. I am by no means starving myself, because I'm not hungry durring the day. Believe it or not, the cereal in the morning fills me up, and the bowls of soup are huge! I try to eat a smaller dinner (I'm eating the frozen meals because 1 I'm to lazy to cook and 2, I don't know how to cool "healthy.")
I think the reason I'm getting frustrated is because I know I need to get my lazy butt on the treadmill, and I just don't want to. I just started my new event coordinator position Saturday.... though its nothing that I thought it would be, at least I'm out of the house and on my feet for a portion of the day (while the store is setting up I'm working 8-5 but once the store opens it will only be 9-1 Mon, Wed & Fri). So what do you think - What am I doing wrong???

Together We Can Do This!

​

The way I did it was skip breakfast and lunch and just ate dinner for a while. Did a 1 hour run (800 calories) 4 times a week and made sure not to get dehydrated. I don't recommend it but, as a last resort, why not?

 

[kellermomof3]

This is the first week that I haven't lost anything but ounces... I guess I shouldn't complain to much (I've lost 18lbs since Jan 1st only going off one weekend while switching from Atkins to WW) but I'm getting frustrated! I think my problam is that I'm NOT EATING ENOUGH?! Is it possible?? Here is a lost of what I eat for the day, and you let me know:

Breakfast: 1.5 cups Wegmans cereal with 1 cup fat free milk (5 points)

Lunch: Soup with or without bread or a turkey & cheese sanwich (2-7 points depending)

Dinner: Healthy Choice or Lean Cuisen meal (5-8 points)

I try to drink my water with Crystal Light (can't stand regular water) but I don't think I'm drinking enough. My bottle is 1PT 7.7FL OZ, and I never finish it durring the day. Sometimes if I'm really hungry, I will have one of DHs cereal bars (2 points) or yougert with some frozen fruit and milk & ice (about 3-4 points) but I rarely snack just because I'm not hungry. I am by no means starving myself, because I'm not hungry durring the day. Believe it or not, the cereal in the morning fills me up, and the bowls of soup are huge! I try to eat a smaller dinner (I'm eating the frozen meals because 1 I'm to lazy to cook and 2, I don't know how to cool "healthy.")
I think the reason I'm getting frustrated is because I know I need to get my lazy butt on the treadmill, and I just don't want to. I just started my new event coordinator position Saturday.... though its nothing that I thought it would be, at least I'm out of the house and on my feet for a portion of the day (while the store is setting up I'm working 8-5 but once the store opens it will only be 9-1 Mon, Wed & Fri). So what do you think - What am I doing wrong???

Together We Can Do This!

​

I've been doing Atkins since Jan and I've lost very little. I was going to start WW tomorrow....and I was wondering how the switch will be. It will be odd not looking at carbs and going to points. I just wonder what my body will do??

 

[SharpMomOfTwo]

I've been doing Atkins since Jan and I've lost very little. I was going to start WW tomorrow....and I was wondering how the switch will be. It will be odd not looking at carbs and going to points. I just wonder what my body will do??

I did the same (switched from Atkins to WW). I stopped the Aktins on Friday, took the weekend off, and then started WW on Monday. I lost about 4lbs my first week on WW, so I think I did pretty well. Its recomended to take "breaks" while on atkins anyway, so I think thats why it worked. Good Luck!

Together We Can Do This!

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[Jazmine8]

Hi, guys!

We are going to Disney (Land/Sea package) in September. I started at 217.6 and have lost down to 209.0 in the past 7 days! I'm losing weight and am scheduled to get to 140 by August 10th. I'm doing it through a Medifast center. Here's my blog: http://kristi-weightlosswithmedifast.blogspot.com/

=)
Kristi

I've been reading your blog and it's great. If anybody has any questions about the program, how the foods taste, they'll learn a lot from your blog. Keep it up and I look forward to reading more. I was thinking of ordering some of Medifasts products a long time ago but never did. Is you blog gonna become part of your siggy with a link back to it?

 

[SilverMickey]

Good Wednesday morning!

I seemed to have behaved myself enough to get rid of the many scorpion bowls I mamanged to help with Saturday night... I set up some new exercise equipment and today i plan to learn to use it!

Have a great day in weight loss everyone!

~Donna