So what program are you on?

[ZerasPride]

I thought it would be cool to post a poll to see what program we are all on. Not for competitive purposes, like a my weight loss program is better than yours, but I'm just noisy and was curious. In addition, if you'd like to list the thing that you like best about your program, that would be great. Feel free to tell us what you do for exercise too (thanks Cindy)!

I tried to list all the major ones I've seen talked about on our board and of course there are many other programs out there but the system will only let me list so many so if I don't name your program, please do so in your response after you vote "Other". Thanks!

I'll start us off:

I'm on the South Beach Diet (started 12/1/03). For exercise I do the Firm work out vidoes 5-7 times per week.

The thing I like most is not counting calories or carbs and not having to worry about portion sizes.

Can't wait to hear from you guys!

 

[cinmell]

I follow Weight Watchers. I like it b/c I can still eat the things I like. For exercise, I do WATP, FIRM, and walking.

 

[LAinSEA]

I follow a low-carb, mostly Atkins approach, but try to limit saturated fats and pre-packaged "low-carb" foods (like the shakes and bars).

For exercise, I walk at least 45 minutes 5-7 days a week (I've been averaging 6.5 days/week for the last 2 months.) I also have the Windsor pilates DVD that I try to fit into my schedule a few times a week and have just purchased the FIRM "calorie burners" DVD package that has an upper and lower body sculpt workout (I haven't had the opportunity to take a look at these DVD's yet.)

I also spend a few hours in the garden mowing and weeding every weekend...my body tells me this is harder than any other kind of workout!

-Laurie

 

[Kmygrl73]

It's only my second day on the Atkins. I am not loving it but I am sure if I lose a good deal of weight after these 14 days then I will think it's the greatest. I am hoping to lose something substantial and then continue on after the 14 day induction.

 

[helenk]

I started the South Beach diet in October 2003. I like the fact that you do not have to count calories or count the carbs. But I like the fact that the diet encourages you to eat sensiblely (spelling).
For my exercise I walk outside or do the WATP tapes. I try to exercise at least 6 times a week.

 

[yasuern]

Atkins since3/22/04 - I love it because I am rarely hungry have no cravings and TONS OF ENERGY! For exercise it varies but basically 5/wk I walk the dog 2miles - treadmill on slight incline for 7-10minutes at a good jog - stairstepper average 1200 steps - and use the total gym for upper body workout.


Who's next?...


Sue

 

[newholiday]

Sept 02 I started by cutting down on the snacks, etc
May 03 I cut down on my fat & sodium intake. I use fitday to track everything. Doc told me not to go below 1200 calories per day.

Now that Ive lost that 45lbs and am maintaining (doctors orders) Im still watching my fat & sodium intake (will always need to do this due to hereditary heart problems). I have however increased my calories to 2100 per day and seem to be maintaining just fine.

Im a walker - asked DH for a pedometer for Christmas - walk at least 10,000 steps in the winter. Rest of the yr I find myself often up to 20,000 steps per day. I walk the "gerbil track" 20x's ea day which is about 5miles just doing that.

 

[kayeandjim00]

I voted "own program". DH and I just sort of started playing around with what would work for us. We ended up deciding on counting calories and 10 months later it's worked great. I'm down 55 lbs and DH ended up losing 110! He incorporated exercise right away while I was a little slower on that one. We have two "free days" a week - basically I am "off" on the weekends and M-F I count calories religiously. I try not to go nuts on the weekends but do let myself have treats and things that I really want. So far it's working and most importantly we both know we can do this forever. We never feel deprived because if on Thursday I REALLY want pizza I know I just have to make it to Saturday and I can have it. It makes it easier for me to stick to the plan the rest of the time. It might not work for everyone but for us it's working. I drink lots of water on top of that and am working on the Couch to 5K program. I know it's a combination of it all that works for us. So interesting reading all of your posts!

 

[perfectmatch300]

I'm doing Atkins. I'm finding it easier to stick to than I ever believed possible, & I like that I'm not hungry.
My exercise is mostly walking & swimming laps, although I do try to work in some strength exercises with weights & some crunches a couple days per week. I'm walking or swimming 5-6 days/wk.

 

[Strings]

I'm doing atkins. I like that I am rarely hungry, and it is a pretty straight forward program. For exercise I was doing Curves, but I needed more of a challenge. I do weight ciruits and walk on the treadmill. I average 4mi/5x a week.

 

[sadeeyore]

I am following my own plan, I try to keep to 1200calories, find this the best way for me so that I can eat the type of foods I like

 

[sm4987]

I am on SBD and loving it

 

[sha_lyn]

Atkins, although I've up my carbs to close to phase 3 because I was getting board with my food choices. He ythe way I look at this, it is a way of life and I'll probably do better in the long run in I drop the weight slowly (losing about 5lb a month).
Exercise... I do Karate 3-4 times a week. I need to start doing weight training again too. I also just bought a yoga tape that I haven't had time to try yet

 

[ZerasPride]

Bumping back to the top. Thanks to everyone that has voted and/or commented so far!

 

[Kimmykins]

I started SBD on June 17 and I am amazed at my results so far. I have lost 5 lbs in the last few days. I find it shocking that me, as a former "I will never live without bread, pancakes, or waffles," can do this and not have any cravings for them! It's so amazing. I'm a waitress so I'm on my feet 5 days a week for at least 7 or 8 hours, but I do try to get a walk in about every other day and I will start lifting weights to tone my upper body.

 

[HairsprayHon]

I think this poll and these boards prove what I was just reading in Fit For Life, all successful maintainers lose weight in a manner that they adapt to their own personal lifestyle. I tell people that I am on the Janet Never Be Hungry and Eat a Little Chocolate Every Day Program. I evercise 6 days a week and Thursday is supposed to be my day off, but most Thursdays I want to do something, so I might walk to the library. When people tell me that they can not find an hour to exercise, I ask them what they watch on TV. Which is better watching Survivor or being fit and healthy?

 

[Zoesmama03]

I started out just following tips from Dr. Phils books. But am doing WW too.

For exercise I just got a WATP dvd I was walking outside but its gotten much too hot for that here.

 

[bubie2.5]

I'm doing my own program, eating healthier (more veggies, less sodium and fat), exercising and trying to stay active.

I've been doing it since december, so far is working and I think I can keep doing it for the rest of my life.

 

[ZerasPride]

*Giving this poll a bump*

 

[LuvTigger]

I'm an "Other." It's a set program called Health Pointe. I think you can describe it as a combination of SB and a little Atkins. It's basically moderate carb, moderate calorie, and low fat. I can have almost as many protein based snacks as I want, but they have to be in certain portions.

What I like best about it is it's designed to "re-train" the body to be able to tolerate larger portions and carbs. So even though there are periods where carbs are limited, there is a point I can "re-introduce" them into my diet. When I achieve my goal weight, there are maintenance guidelines.

I really got started last year and did pretty well, but I fell off the bandwagon for a variety of reasons. However, I started again 8 days ago and this time I am determined to stick to it until I have reached my goal weight (goal is to lose 50 pounds, then determine from there if I want/need to lose more).

For exercise, it's mainly walking. Part of my program is to have a goal of walking at least 10,000 steps a day (it came with a pedometer). I might eventually join a gym, but I still really need to think about it.