New Year New Body weight loss group - Join me!

[princesspiglet]

Count me in! I ate crap for 10 days straight and gained about 2 pounds. I am 5' 4" and weigh 125. I would like to get down to 115. I am going to do 1200 calories and day and try to exercise daily.

 

[kpm76]

So far so good for me today. I'm doing WW and counting points. I am nursing DD though so I think the "rule" is you get 2 pts per nursing session. I'm giving myself 8 extra pts per day. I nurse more than 4 times but it's not always a full session. I just will make sure I drink plenty of water so as not to affect my milk supply.

I had Kashi oatmeal this morning and some light yogurt just now.

This thread is great! It's nice that we are all on board with losing and getting into better shape. Maybe those of us following specific plans (i.e. WW, South Beach etc) can share recipes, tips etc???

I did not formally join WW this time....I am using the materials I had before and signed up for their e-mails....it really work for me. I do have an incentive though....my brother is getting married in May and I am a bridesmaid....the dress is lovely but it's strapless, 2 pieces and definitely not made for this post-partum body. I definitely don't want to look like the frumpy bridesmaid....I am already the oldest one!!!

 

[cepmom]

count me in too! Last year I lost 18 lbs following a plan that a friend used to lose over 100 lbs. Basically it was no white foods...no sugar, no white flour, white rice, regular pasta etc, nothing processed, only lean meats, whole grains, vegetables, fruit. It worked well and she ran a weekly support group but then stopped having the meetings in June. I gained 14 lbs back between June and December. I found that I really needed those meetings so now I am doing Weight Watchers. I joined WW on 12/12 and have lost 11.2, for a total weight loss so far of 14.6.

I am 5'9" and my heaviest was 167(last year). My goal is to get to 140, but I would be happy anywhere between 140 - 145. I would love some good WW recipes if any one has some to share.

 

[coliebird]

I'd love to join. I joined WW right before Thanksgiving. I wanted to make sure that I didn't gain during the holidays b/c I already have about 45 pounds to lose.

I didn't count points at all during the last two weeks, but I am back on track today. My youngest is starting the toddler program in the preschool today so I will be able to get to the gym again at least 2 days a week. I'm going to shoot for one day on the weekend as well.

I won't post my weight (I'm too embarrassed), but I'll make sure to post my losses (and even my gains if I have a bad week).

Good luck everyone.

 

[cepmom]

double post!

 

[Kath2003]

Oooh I love the idea of Walking To The World! It's 4203 miles for me but I already walked 3 miles today, so only 4,200 to go!

 

[jakenjacksmom]

I am IN !!!! I have about 75lbs to lose. I think I am joining weight watchers

 

[N&B'smom]

OK...so what do all you South Beachers eat for dinner, I could use some fresh ideas.

We basically live off chicken breasts and steamed veggies. That gets old.

I do stir fry as well with the leftovers. However we are eating WHITE rice.

I cannot get my family to change over so I make rice for myself.

What are the side dishes?

When we first start the SBD we don't really have sides other than salad. For dinner we'll have a lean steak broiled, chicken breasts simmered in crushed tomatoes (no sugar) for a few hours and then baked with some lowfat mozzarella cheese on top (just enough to melt the cheese), eggplant parm with low fat mozzarella and low fat ricotta (I do use breadcrumbs but it's not enough for me to worry about carb-wise, roast chicken, stir fry with broccoli and other veggies. I'll also cook very lean ground beef and put taco seasonings in it and then have it with low fat sour cream, diced tomatoes, low fat cheese, etc like a taco - just minus the taco.

Did you ever have the SBD peanut butter cookies? They come in handy when you've been sugar free for a week or so. It's just peanut butter, Splenda and an egg. They're pretty good!

Shelby

 

[DelaneyRose]

oooh, ooh, I'm in!!
5'2 and 130 pounds here. I'd like to drop about 15. I usually wear and 8 or a 10. I have a cute size 8 dress that is too tight. If I drop 15 it should fit nicely for my nephew's wedding which is April 19th.
I LOVE South Beach. Have both the first book and the cookbook (if you're doing SB and don't have the cookbook with the peach-colored cover I highly recommend it!!). But I'm on the Suzanne Somers' diet which technically is supposed to be a way of life, not just a diet. I like it b/c I can eat fattier foods than on South Beach and it's easier for me to stick with. Lost 8 pounds back in Sept. on it but then things fell apart when school got back in full swing.

 

[CapeCodTenor]

I'm in. About 10 years ago I dropped 60 lbs, and I gained it back within the last 8 years. So this year is the year. I'm tired of being overweight and I'm tired of my back constantly hurting because of my weight (pre-existing condition that's aggravated by the weight). So here are my stats: I'm 6' and 260 lbs. The method I use for losing weight is eating healthier (which I do already) and working out. I've already started, I've cut down on the soda's and I drink a lot of water and I'm eating oatmeal in the mornings. I've also started going back to the gym. Just a couple of weeks and it'll be a habit. I'm not going to set a weight goal, but I would like to be considerably lighter by summer.

 

[CapeCodTenor]

I'm in. About 10 years ago I dropped 60 lbs, and I gained it back within the last 8 years. So this year is the year. I'm tired of being overweight and I'm tired of my back constantly hurting because of my weight (pre-existing condition that's aggravated by the weight). So here are my stats: I'm 6' and 260 lbs. The method I use for losing weight is eating healthier (which I do already) and working out. I've already started, I've cut down on the soda's and I drink a lot of water and I'm eating oatmeal in the mornings. I've also started going back to the gym. Just a couple of weeks and it'll be a habit. I'm not going to set a weight goal, but I would like to be considerably lighter by summer.

 

[CapeCodTenor]

I'm in. About 10 years ago I dropped 60 lbs, and I gained it back within the last 8 years. So this year is the year. I'm tired of being overweight and I'm tired of my back constantly hurting because of my weight (pre-existing condition that's aggravated by the weight). So here are my stats: I'm 6' and 260 lbs. The method I use for losing weight is eating healthier (which I do already) and working out. I've already started, I've cut down on the soda's and I drink a lot of water and I'm eating oatmeal in the mornings. I've also started going back to the gym. Just a couple of weeks and it'll be a habit. I'm not going to set a weight goal, but I would like to be considerably lighter by summer.

 

[N&B'smom]

double post

 

[N&B'smom]

CapeCodTenor - Well, one thing is since you lost the weight before you KNOW you can do it again!! Be encouraged!!!

Today went fine for me, here's what I ate.

Brunch: omelet with low fat cheeses
Snack - walnuts
Dinner - chicken cooked in crushed tomatoes w/ low fat mozzarella cheese on top

I should have eaten more but got a late start this morning. I'll do better with that tomorrow. I'm also headed out tomorrow to get all the stuff my hubby and myself need to do the SBD, phase 1.

I have a new goal, not sure how realistic it is though. I was at my parent's house today and I saw my wedding dress all boxed up in their basement. It had flooded awhile ago and the box showed some signs of water damage. I decided to open it up and see what condition it was in. Turns out it's in perfect condition, brought back lots of memories. So, anyway, my point is - my goal is to fit in that dress again. Not sure if it's a real possibility but I'm going to give it my best shot!!

How was everyone else's day today!?!??!

Shelby

 

[N&B'smom]

Hmm...I tried to post on here a couple of times and it didn't work! Wonder what the story is.

Shelby

 

[N&B'smom]

Everyone ready to start day two??????

Shelby

 

[Harvest02]

I'm in as well!!!! I reached lifetime status with WW a couple of months ago. The holidays killed me!!! I gained about 3-4 pounds back(not too bad considering all the junk I ate!!!). I am 5' 7" and weigh about 138 pounds(well within my weight range, but just want to lose those stubborn pounds that I gained over the holidays). I felt much better around 135. I know I can do it if I just stop eating all the sweets that are leftover from the holidays. Anyone else out there have a terrible sweet tooth as well??? I did 45 minutes of Walk Away the Pounds this morning, plus 30 minutes of pilates/weights combined. I am getting ready to go take my shower and have my daily bowl of oatmeal!!! Any motivation would be great for me!!!! I sure need it!!!

 

[Lintasare]

Alright here I am on day 2 of my new diet. Have yet to start exercising since it is really cold out and I prefer to take long walks. My apt is just too small for me to do aerobics and I am not sure my downstairs neighbors would like me doing aerobics or anything like that since it would sound like water buffalo dancing.

Here is my meal plan for today:

Breakfast: 1 cup of Special K with half a cup of 2% milk. I cannot stand fat free milk.

Midmorning snack: 1/2 can of diet shake with a Special K cereal bar

Lunch: Lean Cuisine Chicken Chow Mein, Jello sugar fee jello and fresh pineapple.

Afternoon snack: Other half of diet shake and a pack of Quaker Granola bites

Dinner: Steamed salmon with basalmic roasted veggies over cheese ravioli.

Dessert: Peach sorbet. Will most likely only have a couple spoonfuls.

Depending on the weather when I get out of work this afternoon I may go for a walk around my neighborhood. I don't mind the cold weather...it's the wind that is killer. Or I could pull out the yoga pants and hit the very small exercise room in my complex.

 

[Disneynutbsv]

I am in! I need to lose about 10 pounds. I've hung up a picture of the ship we are sailing on, Nassau, the private island and the bathing suit that I expect to wear. It is hanging on my refrigerator. I swear, everytime I go looking for a snack, it turns me right back around out of that kitchen. I'm not sure what kind of diet plan is good for me. I've done ww in the past, tell me about the plans you guys are on.....

 

[N&B'smom]

Hmmm...where'd everyone go today? I only a handful of posts. I hope you all had a great day and that you were able to make healthy choices for your meals.

I had a great day. Got all the basics my husband and I need to do the SBD. I made a delicious beef stir fry and it was YUMMY!

How'd everyone's day go??

Shelby