Summer Club 2009

[chrismiss56]

Evening All

Ok taking baby steps.....actually worked out today. Used some weights, did some crunches and then 20 minutes on the recumbent bike.......it is a start

Tomorrow I am going to try swimming and see how that goes......

Hope I don't empty the pool

Didn't have time to check out spark people - that is next on my list.

Thanks for the support.

Hope everyone has a good evening.......

 

[ohMom]

snwtch!! i know that it is hard to eat healthy when the rest of the fam isn't into it; but think of it this way --- by modeling healthy eating and exercise, your DH will see the changes in you, gradually but eventually, and may start to think it's something he wants for himself. you want him to be healthy, right? teach him!

chrsmiss -- have fun swimming!

have a day on plan everyone, so when you lay your head down tonight you are proud of what you made of this day and it's part in your journey to healthyism....

 

[pjlla]

I've been lurking for awhile and thought I'd speak up. I'd like to join too. My name's Jennifer (aka. SnowWtch). Sunday would be a good day for me to post. Now for the gory details. I'm 34, 5'4" and 254 pounds last time I checked. I really need help. DH is 400 pounds and doesn't like his routine changed (especially when it involves food and meat) which makes it really hard for me it's really hard to lose weight. He always says to put him on it too and when I do he freaks out and gripes which makes it worse. I'm the sole breadwinner right now so it's really stressful as well and it makes me want to snack a lot. I know I snack when I'm bored, stressed, depressed, etc. My willpower when I was young was amazing but now that I'm older it's so hard to resist.

I've decided that I'm going to go back on WW. Used to have great success with it and had lost 5 pounds before Christmas then I got sick and slipped off the wagon. I wound up on steroids for a month thanks to my asthma so I gained that and more back. Now I'm ready to try it again. I'm on meds for diabetes, GERD, asthma and blood pressure. Just recently I've added stuff for sinuses so I can try to stop having sinus and ear infections every month so the asthma will stay calm and I might be able to keep from having to take the steroids. It's a vicious cycle. I've got to get off of some of the meds. I want to feel better and save money by not having to buy those scrips anymore.

Welcome Jennifer! Glad to have you here with us! I TOTALLY feel your pain in regards to the DH situation.

Long story short, my DH is also overweight. We lost weight together in 2003 (me on WW, him on Atkins). I lost 41, he lost 60+. We both kept most of it off for most of 2004 and into early 2005. Then we both fell "off the wagon" so to speak, and he gained all of his weight back (and maybe even more.) I gained 20 pounds back, which brings me to early 2008, when I decided to get back on track and recommit myself to the healthy eating of WW. I have lost another 51 and have 19 left to go. DH, unfortunately, didn't learn anything from Atkins... no portion control, no healthy habits, not fruits and veggie, etc. So he has no choice at this point but to either go low carb again, which I think is very difficult to maintain for a lifetime, or LEARN a new healthy eating style (such as WW), but of course he hasn't chosen to do this.

It is hard enough to eat healthy when the kids snacks are around... but add in DH's love of ice cream, real popcorn (which he makes EVERY weekend... loaded with butter), beer, and fast food, and it is nearly IMPOSSIBLE sometimes to stay on program. But I am committed to doing this, not just for myself, but to set an example for my kids (especially DD) and for DH. I am hoping that my success will encourage him to do something about his weight. But I cannot even SUGGEST that he do it... it has to be his idea... not just because it is a mental thing to get ready to change your habits, but because he HATES being told what to do!! Any suggestion from me would be met with resistance.

OKay.... so my story wasn't short! Good for you for restructuring your eating habits. It would be so GREAT if you could get off of some of those medications. It would seem likely that if you got your weight under control that the GERD and diabetes would improve, and probably also your blood pressure. You have SO MUCH to motivate you regarding your health issues (not to mention what is must be costing you at the pharmacy every month!). You CANNOT let DH's food problems affect your weight loss journey. But it will be tough. I'm sure your doctors have told you to lose weight.... but you can't do it until you are ready in to do it for yourself... and perhaps your DH is not at that stage yet. All you can do is set a good example, offer assistance when needed, and maybe he will get on board eventually.

Again, welcome to our little group. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Several of us are also on WW, so if you need food ideas, points, or whatever, let us know............................P

 

[dizcrazy]

Good Morning Everyone!
Chrismiss - great job exercising! This was me last night The ultimate couch potato. But today is a new day!


So far, I am off to a Healthy Tuesday - had a Kashi GoLean bar for breakfast (i dont know the points but it tatsted like cardboard so i am guessing 3 pts ) And I am drinking my water!

 

[MelanieC]

Hi all. I was wondering if you all would mind helping me out to make better food choices, especially snacks. I am a SAHM, and when I am home during the day, I tend to snack on bad foods that are around the house. I have fruit, veggies, yogurt and healthy snacks, but often choose the chips or trailmix, etc. I was wondering if it would be okay if when I am tempted to make a bad choice if I post here. I think this could help me to make a better choice. If you don't mind, I would like to try this.

Thanks, it is nice to have a group of people who are willing to help others in their journey to living healthy.

PS - If anyone has any good snack ideas, I would love for you to share them.

Hi and Welcome!!!!!

Smoothies - Freeze banana's and buy frozen fruit. Yogurt or milk, frozen banana and frozen fruit. You can even do peanut butter or another nut butter and banana

nuts and seeds - just measure them out. I usually do 14grams for a snack

peanut butter and nut butters - again measure it out due to fat

hummus - I make hummus (can of chick peas, 1tbsp olive oil, 1/3 cup tahini (sesame seed butter), juice of one lemon (I use an organic bottled lemon juice), 1 or 2 cloves of garlic (I leave this out sometimes because it isn't great on the breath when I eat a lot of this) - eat with veggies, in a wrap, pita or on bread, with whole wheat crackers, use instead of mayo


I try to pair a protein and a carb (whole grain or fruit/veggie) to my snacks - this really helps me stay full.

Just got back from WW and it is my turn to post.
I lost .5 lb. Not exactly what I hoped for but I'll take it!

I went over my fod journal (this was the first week that I kept one) with my leader and it looks like I had too much salt AND too many of what she calls BLTs (bites, tastes and licks!)

Joy: for snacks, I love microwave popcorn! I also have olives (think the Flat Belly diet) and hummus, cottage cheese or veggies. And Eddy's frozen fruit bars.

This week, I am REALLY going to try to eat more fruits and veggies and cut out salt.

I have to be careful of the BLT's too - Last night I was licking my spoon that I was using to scoop the hummus a little too often, lol.

HI

Can I please join also? I am in desperate need for a support group. I can't do this on my own

I am 53 years old and looking at getting a knee replacement in the coming year. I currently weigh too much In the 183 range (on a 5' 1" body) - my goal would be to lose as much as possible and still staying healthy.

I am limited in my exercise routine because of my knee - it has been suggested that I try swimming or water aerobics. Starting that on Monday after work. I really have to watch what form of movement I do.

Diet plan - PORTION CONTROL!!! and healthier eating. So I am taking the best from various diet plans and see how it goes.

Disney connection - worked for them in the early 90's and DD is currently working at WDW DH and I are also in the process of building a vacation home in the Poinciana area so I tried to get to Florida as much as possible.

Can I pleeeeeeease join in? I will journal on Thursdays if that is ok.

Have a Magical Disney Day!! THANKS!!

Welcome!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad to have you joining us!

Welcome, welcome, welcome! Glad to have another onboard with us! I think Thursdays would be fine..and of course, you are welcome any other days as well!

I hope you enjoy the water aerobics. I did it for a while a few years ago and really liked it. It is amazing how you can sweat while in water!

I know we all use different eating plans here on the WISH board.... some of us use Weight Watchers, some do South Beach or Atkins, and a few folks use online plans/groups like Sparkpeople. No matter what kind of plan you choose to follow, I wish you luck. My only suggestion would be, to be SURE that you are recording your food somehow. Even if you are making up your own system of portion control and modified eating, it is still important to record what you are eating. Again, welcome.........................P

Joy and chrismiss

Pjlla listed most of my fav snacks -- i have been cutting up veggies at the beginning of the week and storing in frig in one of those new rubbermain containers for fresh produce -- has a seperate piece on the bottom so water can drip and be away from the food. I have noticed others in my family dipping into the veggie container too, which motivates me to keep it filled

if you are near and Aldi's - they have a peach salsa that is good as well - might be a seasonal item though

apples, light cheese sticks, yogurt, sf/ff pudding, Kashi TLC bars, that's mostly my snacks. i have a hard time in the late afternoon snacking with the girls after school

Don't you love when you see your family picking up your good habits. My kids do the same.

I've been lurking for awhile and thought I'd speak up. I'd like to join too. My name's Jennifer (aka. SnowWtch). Sunday would be a good day for me to post. Now for the gory details. I'm 34, 5'4" and 254 pounds last time I checked. I really need help. DH is 400 pounds and doesn't like his routine changed (especially when it involves food and meat) which makes it really hard for me it's really hard to lose weight. He always says to put him on it too and when I do he freaks out and gripes which makes it worse. I'm the sole breadwinner right now so it's really stressful as well and it makes me want to snack a lot. I know I snack when I'm bored, stressed, depressed, etc. My willpower when I was young was amazing but now that I'm older it's so hard to resist.

I've decided that I'm going to go back on WW. Used to have great success with it and had lost 5 pounds before Christmas then I got sick and slipped off the wagon. I wound up on steroids for a month thanks to my asthma so I gained that and more back. Now I'm ready to try it again. I'm on meds for diabetes, GERD, asthma and blood pressure. Just recently I've added stuff for sinuses so I can try to stop having sinus and ear infections every month so the asthma will stay calm and I might be able to keep from having to take the steroids. It's a vicious cycle. I've got to get off of some of the meds. I want to feel better and save money by not having to buy those scrips anymore.

Hi and Welcome!!!
I'm so glad your joining us. I hope you are successful getting off the meds. I really believe that the side effects cause you to need other meds - its a bad cycle.

Hi Jennifer! Welcome, welcome, welcome! It is so nice to have a group to diet with, especially when the hubby isn't! My DH is eating a bit healthier but that is it. And I am stress eater too, so we have that in common.

So we went out to lunch today at work. I HAD to go, but almost cried when the birthday boy announced in the car that he wanted to go to Five Guys Burgers. All I could think was "there goes today's diet!" But I did okay - i got veggies on a bun (with A1 sauce) and I really didnt feel deprived. I came back and checked Dottie's website for the WW points and the bun is 6 points (YOUCH!) but the veggies and A1 are only 3, so that was an 8 point lunch. (hamburgers are 7.5 points, so a burger/bun is 13.5 points.) Not as scary as I thought . . .

My plan of attack for this week . . . drink 8 glasses of water.

Great job on doing well at the restaurant!!

We are so glad to have you all here -- group confession is good for the soul!

I enjoyed myself a little too much food and drink wise over the weekend, so I am spending this week atoning for it. Well, mostly I'm just going to try to keep to my plan -- healthy eating, lots of exercise, good evening snacks.

Have a great day, everyone!

It feels good to get back on track sometimes. I hate when I do that and spend the next week catching back up.

dizcrazy what sites do you use for looking up WW points? You mentioned Dottie's? What's the URL? I'd like to check it out. Thanks for the welcome.

www.dwlz.com

Evening All

Ok taking baby steps.....actually worked out today. Used some weights, did some crunches and then 20 minutes on the recumbent bike.......it is a start

Tomorrow I am going to try swimming and see how that goes......

Hope I don't empty the pool

Didn't have time to check out spark people - that is next on my list.

Thanks for the support.

Hope everyone has a good evening.......

I hope you get to check out sparkpeople. Its great for tracking calories. I love it.

Welcome Jennifer! Glad to have you here with us! I TOTALLY feel your pain in regards to the DH situation.

Long story short, my DH is also overweight. We lost weight together in 2003 (me on WW, him on Atkins). I lost 41, he lost 60+. We both kept most of it off for most of 2004 and into early 2005. Then we both fell "off the wagon" so to speak, and he gained all of his weight back (and maybe even more.) I gained 20 pounds back, which brings me to early 2008, when I decided to get back on track and recommit myself to the healthy eating of WW. I have lost another 51 and have 19 left to go. DH, unfortunately, didn't learn anything from Atkins... no portion control, no healthy habits, not fruits and veggie, etc. So he has no choice at this point but to either go low carb again, which I think is very difficult to maintain for a lifetime, or LEARN a new healthy eating style (such as WW), but of course he hasn't chosen to do this.

It is hard enough to eat healthy when the kids snacks are around... but add in DH's love of ice cream, real popcorn (which he makes EVERY weekend... loaded with butter), beer, and fast food, and it is nearly IMPOSSIBLE sometimes to stay on program. But I am committed to doing this, not just for myself, but to set an example for my kids (especially DD) and for DH. I am hoping that my success will encourage him to do something about his weight. But I cannot even SUGGEST that he do it... it has to be his idea... not just because it is a mental thing to get ready to change your habits, but because he HATES being told what to do!! Any suggestion from me would be met with resistance.

OKay.... so my story wasn't short! Good for you for restructuring your eating habits. It would be so GREAT if you could get off of some of those medications. It would seem likely that if you got your weight under control that the GERD and diabetes would improve, and probably also your blood pressure. You have SO MUCH to motivate you regarding your health issues (not to mention what is must be costing you at the pharmacy every month!). You CANNOT let DH's food problems affect your weight loss journey. But it will be tough. I'm sure your doctors have told you to lose weight.... but you can't do it until you are ready in to do it for yourself... and perhaps your DH is not at that stage yet. All you can do is set a good example, offer assistance when needed, and maybe he will get on board eventually.

Again, welcome to our little group. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help. Several of us are also on WW, so if you need food ideas, points, or whatever, let us know............................P

I so agree, he has to want it himself. I hope your habits rub off on him.

Good Morning Everyone!
Chrismiss - great job exercising! This was me last night The ultimate couch potato. But today is a new day!


So far, I am off to a Healthy Tueaday - had a Kahi GoLean bar for breakfast (i dont know the points but it tatsted like cardboard so i am guessing 3 pts ) And I am drinking my water!

LOL about the cardboard!!

 

[MelanieC]

I had my first cheat in a few weeks. I had a piece of DD17's Birthday cake. DH made it - Red Velvet cake with cream cheese frosting. I felt guilty, but I'm moving on. At least I got to enjoy it with the family.

Today is going well. I'm looking forward to my lunch - its leftovers from dinner. Its brown rice, chicken with a sauce of oranges, orange juice and spicy grain mustard. I'll have to post it for you guys. Its good, it's clean and healthy.

 

[Epcot82Guy]

First off, welcome to Chrissmiss and Snowwitch. Do you guys have a goal amount of weight youa re going for? let me know, and I'll update the main page.

And, since I missed my day. here we go.

I dropped a pound this week, so that's something. With my foot healing, I'm hoping to really kickstart being more active. Hopefully that will help. Plus, with the weather warming up, it's easier to get outside and walk. That's about it at this point, I guess. I'm finding hte frustration growing, but I've gotta stick with it.

 

[dizcrazy]

hi everyone,
quick question: is anyone here cuting out caffeine? Or soda?
I think that might e my next baby step goal . . .

 

[pjlla]

hi everyone,
quick question: is anyone here cuting out caffeine? Or soda?
I think that might e my next baby step goal . . .

For myself, I gave up caffeine years ago when I got pregnant with my first child. It was never terribly important for me anyhow, so it wasn't too tough. I never picked up the habit again and try to avoid caffeine all the time.

The diet soda is another thing..... I had a big CF Diet Coke habit for many years. But I KNOW how bad aspartame is for us and I knew I shouldn't be drinking it... regardless of my weight situation. I decided that I needed to change more than just my eating pattern, so when I started up WW again on January 2, 2008, I eliminated Diet Coke from my diet. And it has been easier to stick to than I thought. I drink water and seltzer. I LOVE seltzer, but not the $$ it costs, so I try to alternate it with water. Occasionally I add the 4C splenda-sweetened drink mix to my water, but only rarely. I think it is important to get used to just plain cold water. Fortunately our tap water at home is terrific, so it is easy to fill up a water bottle and take it along with me.

I never enjoyed regular soda, so that wasn't a problem.

Good luck with eliminating these things from your diet. It will be tough... especially the caffeine. I think as a society we have been "brain washed" to believe that you NEED caffeine to get awake, stay awake, whatever. SO NOT TRUE! Caffeine is a drug and should be treated as such... not used as a crutch in order to avoid getting a good night's sleep. And it really can impair a weight loss and it is NOT good for your bones! Think of those things and maybe it will be easier to eliminate it. Good luck!.......................P

 

[joy@disney]

Hi everyone,

Today is my day to post, so here I go. I have lost 1 pound. I would have liked it to have been a little more, but I know I didn't give 100% last week. Yesterday and today were better, but I do know I can do more.

The exercise part comes pretty easy for me, I enjoy doing it. I suppose that is one thing that bothers me. I exercise everyday, but it doesn't seem to help with the weight loss.

So I know what food I eat is part of my problem, although I have done better the last few days, especially with snacking. I found some 100 calorie english muffins, they are good with some bananas on top. I also have broke out the carrots.

Thanks to all of you for your posts, your ideas, your inspirations. Hoping this next week will end with good results.

 

[ohMom]

joy -- cyber high five for the loss this week! if you did that 4 more times you'll be 5 lb lighter.....my point, don't downplay, any loss is a loss forever and we can celebrate with you

i'm stalling. today is my LW day and i'm stalling. oops i said that. was planning on TM but the sun is tempting me, rain is in the forecast though

i haven't done so good on my journal this week, my Mom is coming over tonight for a couple days and that usually distracts me too. give me strength!

epcotguy -- for a pound lost forever! i'm with you on the weather, it's maybe becoming more spring-like here, last night DH and I got a short casual walk in last night. so nice to be outside

HAVE GREAT DAY ON PLAN EVERYONE!!

ps -- i usually have 1-2 cups of reg coffee in the morning. on a rare day i have something caffeinated after lunch if I feel i'm dragging. i'm sure i'd be better of to drop it all together, i do think it helps me get going first thing though. maybe in my head too, who knows?

 

[acename]

Hi everyone! I'm late to the party but I'd love to join. We're headed to the beach for a few days on 6//22 and then I'm in my SIL's wedding the following weekend so the timing of this group is just perfect for me.

Here's a little bit about me. I'm Alex. I'm 23 and am married with an 18 month old who I stay at home with. My husband and i gained quite a bit of weight after we got married. It doesn't seem to bother him but it bothers me. After I had my daughter I lost about 25 pounds but I've gained 20 back. At the moment I'm at about 155 (not sure because the battery on my scale is dead, I'll get a replacement). My ultimate goal is to lose about 30 pounds, but for this challenge I think 20 is a more realistic yet challenging goal.

I'll make sure I update on Thursdays, but I'm sure I'll check in more than that. I need accountability. I think the main thing I need to do is get off my butt and move more and snack less on junky food. I've started taking vitamins this week and I already feel better. Hopefully this will give me more motivation to workout. Good luck everyone!

 

[zigzagzerr]

Glad to have you here!!! I think marriage automatically adds poundage -- having been married now for going on 18 years, I have to think back to the stone age, but I remember ordering lots of pizza in those days!!

To the rest of our group:
I have so enjoyed hearing about everybody's plans and food and exercise, etc. It's very motivating for me and helps me get ideas. So thanks!!!

I am feeling very good this week, very strong. I had a rough weekend with food and drink, but I've been on track and doing my thing all this week to make up for it. It may or may not show on the scale tomorrow, but if not, I think I'll still be okay with it. I've done the best I can...so that's good enough for this week. Right?

I hope you're all having a nice day -- check in often, okay? See ya soon!

 

[pjlla]

Just popping over to wish everyone here a good night and good numbers on the scale in the morning (for you Friday weigh-in folks). Talk to you all tomorrow. I'll try to post early. I have my alarm set for 5:15 am to get in a workout before school, so I should have time to post early in the a.m. ..................P

 

[ohMom]

i'm here....been thinking of our group here knowing today is my today to post......my Mom is visiting until Sat so i'll be back. my WI is tomorrow morning, feeling ok-pretty good about this week.....PD for any Friday weigh-in buddies

what are you doing to workout this weekend???

 

[chrismiss56]

Evening All

I just realized that today is Thursday and I am suppose to post.

Pretty sad when you forget what day of the week it is......

Anyway I didn't weigh myself today because I forgot it was Thursday!!!

I can tell you that I have started to exercise - Tuesdays and thursdays I go to the pool - haven't drowned yet Hoping to get that to 3 times a week. Twice a week I life weights and do the dreaded stomach crunches

Epcot - I don't have a set goal loss - I just plan on losing as much weight as possible in a healthy way. It has been such a road with my knee that I am not looking for miracles just results

Haven't had a chance to get to spark people yet - planning on that this weekend.

It is a slow process but I figured it took years to put the weight on.

Good Luck to all - Have a losing week and I will be talking to you soon.

 

[pjlla]

I am on and I am happy! I lost 2.2 this week, which definitely makes up for the holding pattern I was in the previous week. And it shows that the 5:15 am workouts are doing their thing! I am finally only a little under 2 pounds away from my pre-Christmas week weight, which is my all-time adult low weight, so once I hit that weight again, I will feel like I am moving in the right direction again. Lately I have felt like I am a hamster in a wheel... working hard but going nowhere, since I was still trying to lose my holiday weight. Not sure I am going to make my birthday goal, unless I have MANY more weeks like this one, but I am not giving up!

Hope everyone else has a good day! I'll try to check back later...................P

 

[zigzagzerr]

my WI is tomorrow morning, feeling ok-pretty good about this week.....PD for any Friday weigh-in buddies

what are you doing to workout this weekend???

Good luck with your weigh-in today!
And this weekend.....hmm. Well, everybody will be out of the house for a little while tonight, so I think I'm going to do the Jillian Michaels 30 Day Shred DVD. I'm hoping for some nice weather over the weekend, so I can maybe drag my bike out of the garage, but we'll see.

I can tell you that I have started to exercise - Tuesdays and thursdays I go to the pool - haven't drowned yet Hoping to get that to 3 times a week. Twice a week I life weights and do the dreaded stomach crunches It is a slow process but I figured it took years to put the weight on.

Good Luck to all - Have a losing week and I will be talking to you soon.

Good for you! Swimming and weights sounds awesome -- I'm sure you'll be successful. And I agree, it took awhile to put the weight on, so it will likewise take awhile to come off. We're an impatient society, but it's those of us who keep plugging away, that will reach our goals in the end. Just my opinion.

I am on and I am happy! I lost 2.2 this week, which definitely makes up for the holding pattern I was in the previous week. And it shows that the 5:15 am workouts are doing their thing! I am finally only a little under 2 pounds away from my pre-Christmas week weight, which is my all-time adult low weight, so once I hit that weight again, I will feel like I am moving in the right direction again.

Hooray -- you're doing so great!!!!!!!!! My husband runs over to the Y in the mornings around 5:30, and I am in awe of those who get their workouts knocked out so early. I'm an evening exerciser.

Well, I was down 1.8 lbs this morning, so am at a total of 7.4 lbs since I started tracking at the beginning of Feb (about 6 weeks). I am completely thrilled with this result, and eager to keep going. I'm peering around the corner towards my final goal, so it's very exciting! And motivating too.

Hope you are all having a nice Friday the 13th! Enjoy the weekend.

--Lisa

 

[dizcrazy]

So this has been a GREAT week for the Summer Club! Losing weight, exercising, or just eating healthier . . . GO TEAM!

i just posted on the budget board and noticed that my signature (which I created for this club) of course showed up in my other post. EGADS! I dont want everyone to know I weigh that much! So, I removed my signature.

 

[MelanieC]

Well I didn't gain or lose - I guess that is good considering I had 2 pieces of DD17's birthday cake. Uggh - I was hoping to continue the momentum from last week. But -its a new week.

I'm starting to panic - its one week till I leave for Disney - The clock is ticking now. Lots to get done and I've got to come up with a "sort" of plan for eating there. I will do this.