Shaping up for 2.0

[jeanigor]

I have to start eating and exercising like a normal person instead of like I was still on vacation.

 

[tlcoke]

My goal is to go walk for at least 20 minutes two times this week. Our weather forecast has rain in it through Wednesday.

 

[wildfan1473]

I just completed week 1, day 1 of the couch to 5K program

 

[wdwscout]

This is a GREAT idea- I need accountability!

Baby steps goal for week 1 (of 80!)
No fast food drive throughs.
I drive a lot for work- most of my breakfast and lunch times are in the car.
If I bring fruit or my own lunch foods that can be eaten while driving- it's better than fast food. And no more chips in the car!

 

[experiment_627]

I have found that I need baby steps also, otherwise I lose control so fast and then I totally give up.

With that in mind, I am starting a food journal today. I am just going to start writing down what I am consuming, and then figure out where I can cut back and modify. I snack alot.

The other goal I have is to stretch daily. I have tension headaches that begin in my right upper back area, I had low back surgery 3 years ago but have weak ab muscles, I have tendonitis in both elbows....I had been doing yoga last year, it just got too hectic to continue, but it really helped. I need to go back desperately.

The one thing I need is accountability. My husband is not very good about getting on me to eat better and exercise, because he doesn't want me to feel bad. We've gotten into several arguments over the years about it, and I have begged him to do it, but he won't. I have no family here, and we live in the country with no neighbors. It's hard to find walking/exercising partners, etc.

I hope we can be some source of accountability for you. I need it too!

I lost .6 on my weigh in on Saturday, so I'm 1 lb. away from a "milestone" number.

I need to go to the produce store and pick up more of the fruits and veggies like I had last week. I went for a 4 1/2 mile walk a couple days ago, and I'm planning to walk with my sister later after she comes over for dinner.

We're not going to walk 4 1/2 miles, though.

Grats on the loss!! Did you enjoy your walk? It helps so much to have someone with you!

I started by doing a full grocery shop this weekend with lots of fresh fruit and veggies. Now for the difficult part..
Meal planning is something I am not very good at..
So every morning after the boys are off to school it is planning that nights dinner. This will go a long way in cutting out the fast food, b/c I have forgotten to take something out of the freezer for dinner.

Planning is SO important for me. Good luck!!

I have to start eating and exercising like a normal person instead of like I was still on vacation.

I am right there with ya! We can do it!

I just completed week 1, day 1 of the couch to 5K program

WTG!!!

Oh yeah, I just remembered another goal for me this week. No slushies!!!

 

[mainegal]

Goals

Eating - Beware of snacking, THINK before I eat. Put fork down and swallow before taking next bite. New step - start food diary.

Sleep - Get enough sleep. No more reading the disboards or staying too late in Wednesday chat when I should be sleeping.

Moving - I am okay on that part. Gym for weights and treadmill couple times a week, water aerobics twice a week, bike downtown for dinner once or twice a week. After dinner walks 3 - 4 times a week. Today climbed two small hills (two hours total) and rode bike 11 miles on an unpaved rail trail.

Whoo boy! I have got to get more balanced!

 

[robind]

I have a suggestion that might get everyone to exercise at least once, if not twice in any given week:

Do not listen to the DIS Unplugged podcasts unless you're exercising.

That means, listen while you're going for a walk, while gardening, while doing anything that isn't sitting in an office or by the computer, or on a couch!

That's a good idea.

 

[Renysmom]

I started by doing a full grocery shop this weekend with lots of fresh fruit and veggies. Now for the difficult part..
Meal planning is something I am not very good at..
So every morning after the boys are off to school it is planning that nights dinner. This will go a long way in cutting out the fast food, b/c I have forgotten to take something out of the freezer for dinner.

We are bad at that as well so DH and I did a meal schedule for a MONTH.. We have a list of 4 weeks of dinners (lower fats, and calories, etc) and it is hanging on the fridge. As we eat one we cross it off, we've done this for 2 weeks now and it has been awesome as some meals require us to take something out of the freezer, not all of them do in case we forget, like Grill Cheese on Natures Own Wheat bread with fruit and raw veggies (Bordon's low fat cheese 30 calories and Natures own Wheat bread 2 slices 130 calories).

I also pack my lunch every night now, including afternoon snacks and a 64 oz bottle of homemade Ice tea non sweetened. I also leave my small bills and change in the car so I cant use the snack machine if i am tempted since they don't take large bills LOL

Hope these ideas help someone

 

[Renysmom]

My weekly Plans

Stick to my 1300 daily calories count, which is what my iPhone program says it should be for my age, weight, height and goals

Monday - Run and weights, 50+ Crunches.... DONE
Tuesday - 30 Minute Shred, 30 Minute Eliptical, 50+ Crunches
Wednesday - Run and weights, 50+ Crunches
Thursday - 30 Minute Shred, 30 Minute Eliptical, 50+ Crunches
Friday - Run and weights, 50+ Crunches
Saturday - Off Day 50+ Crunches


I am just starting the crunch schedule and have worked up to 50 so that is why I say at least 50. When I hit 60 consistently then that will be my goal+, and on and on till I get to 150 day ... Hey I have a beach vacation, cruie and Class Reunion in the next 5 months.. I need them LOL

 

[kim532]

Do not listen to the DIS Unplugged podcasts unless you're exercising.

That is some serious motivation. I'll try it.

My goal is no Pepsi (my addiction) and to exercise 3 times this week. ( Got two of the times down now with the podcast)

 

[Mish19]

This is great guys! I think I'll join you guys, I'm actually on Jenny Craig but I've started to feel stalled with it. I am going to write down everything I eat and use my Wii Fit 5 days a week for 30 minutes! I just got my Wii so I am in the honeymoon stage with it LOL. I am a step aerobic-aholic!

 

[MonkeyPants]

just finished the 2nd day of the 30 challange in the EA Active Wii game. I switched the resistance band to another shorter thicker one I had, it as it turned out was actually too short the over head presses had me afraid the band was going to snap or the handle straps were going to come flying off, I'll need to find another band between this one and the one that comes with the game. You will definitely worked up a sweat, Active is definitely more of an exercise software then Wiifit

 

[robind]

....to tell me I'm a couch potato. Okay I found the balance board under the pile of pillows and it's been 126 days since I last use Wii Fit The good news is that I lost 4 pounds, which is better than gaining.

I did however, do my 20 minutes - 10 of the strength training exercises and 10 aerobics. That silly thing kept hitting me in the head with hulu hoops.

 

[katscradle]

Well tomorrow is the telltale day for me..
Wednesday's is my measure and weigh in day.
I have not done either in 3 weeks.
I also indulged in alot of extras during those three weeks.
On the upside my clothes still fit.
Also when I returned home I got right back on my Isagenix weight loss program. No slip-ups so far.
I will let you all know tomorrow after I get home from WW.

 

[sshaw10060]

I think I have to start by stepping on the scale. I'll get back with a goal once I work up the nerve. In the past all my diets ended up with me regaining the weight plus several bonus pounds. Lately, it seems the bonus pounds are adding up.

 

[experiment_627]

We are bad at that as well so DH and I did a meal schedule for a MONTH.. We have a list of 4 weeks of dinners (lower fats, and calories, etc) and it is hanging on the fridge. As we eat one we cross it off, we've done this for 2 weeks now and it has been awesome as some meals require us to take something out of the freezer, not all of them do in case we forget, like Grill Cheese on Natures Own Wheat bread with fruit and raw veggies (Bordon's low fat cheese 30 calories and Natures own Wheat bread 2 slices 130 calories).

I also pack my lunch every night now, including afternoon snacks and a 64 oz bottle of homemade Ice tea non sweetened. I also leave my small bills and change in the car so I cant use the snack machine if i am tempted since they don't take large bills LOL

Hope these ideas help someone

I can plan one, sometimes two, weeks at a time. I wish I could do a month at a time. I'd like to not have to shop that often.

This is great guys! I think I'll join you guys, I'm actually on Jenny Craig but I've started to feel stalled with it. I am going to write down everything I eat and use my Wii Fit 5 days a week for 30 minutes! I just got my Wii so I am in the honeymoon stage with it LOL. I am a step aerobic-aholic!

I LOVE my Wii! Be careful with the stepping if you do it barefoot. I ended up injuring my foot and being put on steriods and anti-imflammatories for a month thanks to the stepping.

....to tell me I'm a couch potato. Okay I found the balance board under the pile of pillows and it's been 126 days since I last use Wii Fit The good news is that I lost 4 pounds, which is better than gaining.

I did however, do my 20 minutes - 10 of the strength training exercises and 10 aerobics. That silly thing kept hitting me in the head with hulu hoops.

WTG on the exercise! I think 20 min. goes by fairly fast on the Wii.

Well tomorrow is the telltale day for me..
Wednesday's is my measure and weigh in day.
I have not done either in 3 weeks.
I also indulged in alot of extras during those three weeks.
On the upside my clothes still fit.
Also when I returned home I got right back on my Isagenix weight loss program. No slip-ups so far.
I will let you all know tomorrow after I get home from WW.

Good luck! Let us know how it goes!

 

[Renysmom]

I receive several recipe group emails (not sure why as I really don’t like to cook LOL) but one I receive gives lots of alternative calorie recipes so I have decided that when I see some that look great I will start to share with you guys. Hope that is okay with everyone.

So here is a Week One Meal perfect for a weekend BBQ with the family.

Sliders:

Did you know that 4 White Castle Sliders have 560 calories, Jack n Box 3 sliders have 748, Ruby Tuesday’s have 1178 calories and 72 grams of fat (eek I have eaten these more than once LOL), Chili’s sliders have 1579 and 97 grams of fat

Hungry Girl has developed a lower-calorie version that is just as delicious and also costs less to make.

Queen of the Castle Sliders: Only 254 calories which is 306 less than the lowest listed above

Ingredients:
4 oz. raw extra-lean ground beef
2 slices light bread (40 - 45 calories each with at least 2g fiber per slice)
1/3 cup chopped onion
4 hamburger dill pickle chips
1/8 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. onion powder
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1/8 tsp. black pepper
Optional condiments: ketchup and mustard

Directions:
Combine beef and seasonings in a small bowl, and knead mixture by hand until integrated. Divide seasoned beef evenly into four balls. Flatten and form each ball into a square patty on a plate. Using a knife, make four small slits on the top of each patty. Place in the freezer for 5 minutes.

Bring a pan sprayed with nonstick spray to medium-high heat on the stove. Spread onion out on the pan. Place the patties on top of the onion, slit-side down, and cover the pan. Cook for 3 - 4 minutes (no flipping necessary), or until cooked through.

Meanwhile, cut each slice of bread into four squares, for a total of eight pieces. (If you like, slightly toast bread first.) Feel free to spread ketchup and/or mustard onto four pieces. Set aside.

Once patties are cooked through, scoop each one along with the onion beneath it onto one piece of bread. Top each with a pickle chip and then another bread piece (or the other way around, if you want to be fancy!). Let cool slightly, and then slide 'em into your mouth!
MAKES 1 SERVING Serving Size: 4 sliders (entire recipe) Calories: 254 Fat: 5.5g

From Hungry Girl Website

Easy Oven Fries

McD Med fries has 380 cal, BK Medium has 360, Wendy's has 330. These home made fries only have 150 saving yourself 180 from the lowest listed fast food fry.

Easy, Awesome Oven Fries

2 pounds unpeeled russet potatoes, scrubbed, cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch wedges
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Preheat oven to 450°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

In a large bowl toss the potatoes, oil, salt and pepper. Spread potatoes in single layer on prepared baking sheet. Roast until tender and brown in spots, turning occasionally, about 45 minutes. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired and serve. Makes 6 servings.

Calories 150; Fat 4.8g

From Cook Less website

Add Fruits and veggies and you have a well balanced low cal Fast Food equivalent meal where you have saved 486 calories. To burn those 486 calories you would have to run for 1 1/2 hours (at a 12 min mile), or walk 2 hours and 55 minutes at a brisk rate, or elliptical train for 1 hour 20 minutes, or cross train for 1 hour 15 minutes

 

[wildfan1473]

First, the good. I did my favorite body band workout this morning as soon as I sent DS7 off on the school bus. I haven't done it in ages, but I used it instead of PT after I had my back surgery, since we were in Russia for almost a month. It really helped me strengthen those very weak ab and back muscles. DS4 woke up before I finished, but he was content to sit and play next to me (and make the requisite 4 year old comments )

The bad. After walking so much lately, my back has really been bothering me. That's why I pulled out that video. I'm going to have to really strengthen my core again before I get too involved in a walking or running program.

The ugly. I've been writing everything down that goes into my mouth. Holy cow! I know I snack alot, but holy cow! Here I think I'm having a decent lunch - salad with light dressing, and a small ham and cheese (white, not yellow) sandwich. After adding in my 1 can of coke I allow myself daily, it was 703 calories And I'm still hungry

Talk about a wake-up call.

 

[dpuck1998]

I'm going to workout at 5 and have done decent at eating today....Hopefully I don't binge at night. That is my weakness!

 

[L.E. Ott]

Ok, here's this weeks goals.

Limit myself to one soda a day.

Drink lots of water.

No junk food lunches.

Try to do some more (any) exercise.

Look at this daily to remind myself.


Wish me luck