Take the DIS WISH challenge here

[Daisy-J&D]

This is such a good idea and exactly what I need. I have just started my plan in the past week. I am focusing on more exercise with less junk food. No specific diet plan. Right now I weigh 205 pounds, size 16 the most ever. I started dieting at at 15 where I dropped from 127 to an unhealthy 103. Since then my range has been 140 - 160 ( size 9 - 12/14) with a high in college of 170. I am a victim of the dreaded yo-yo diet.

In the past year and a half I have gradually increased to my current weight. I believe this is because I've gone from an active student working in a restaurant to an office worker. Basically I sit on my bum all day long and stare at a computer - then I go home and sit on my bum all evening staring at the tv or computer. I'm hoping to get down (several pounds) so that I can fit into my Disney clothes from my previous vacation and to feel better.

Exercise, Exercise, Exercise!!!

~ Jaime

 

[nativetxn]

I'm so happy to see so many new faces. Welcome to our WISH family!

<b>Melora</b> It's great to see you here. Good luck with "body for life", I understand it is a great program.

<b>KristiKelly</b> Welcome to WISH. WW is a terrific program. I'll bet you do great with it.

<b>mom2bandp</b> Welcome to WISH. Good for you taking control while you still have only 15 pounds to lose. Wish I had done that. We have lot's of low carbers here, I follow that way of eating myself and I love it.

<b>myhandd</b> Welcome to the DIS and a very special welcome to WISH. I'm so glad you decided to join us.

Sounds like you have some great motivation to get healthy. Lots of us follow Atkins here, including me. It's a great program.

<b>SparkyC</b> Welcome to WISH! You sound very determined and motivated. You're going to do great reaching your goal. I'll list your plan as "eating sensibly".

<b>scrappinMickey</b> I'll list your plan as "controlled carbohydrate", then.

<b>AKASnowWhite</b> I'm really glad you decided to join us! I'll list your plan as "eating sensibly". You're going to be a WISH, success. I'm sure of it!

<b>Linda Talbot</b> Welcome! WW is a wonderful program. We have lots of WISHers who follow the tenets of WW. You're going to succeed, just wait and see. We all have good and bad weeks. Heck, we all have good and bad <i>days</i>. We'll be here if you need us and we understand exactly how you feel.

<b>glindamood</b> Welcome to WISH, I'm glad you decided to join us.

when I am sad, mad, bored, happy, hungry, not hungry

We have a lot in common, my friend, I do the same thing. Let us know how Sugar Busters works for you.

<b>AdventurerKat</b> I'm glad to see you here. Will you be following a formal eating plan or will you be "eating sensibly"? Let me know.

<b>anabelle</b> Welcome to the DIS and a special welcome to WISH. Controlling your refined carbohydrate intake is going to help your low blood sugar, I'll bet. I'm glad you decided to join us.

<b>DVC4US</b> Welcome to the DIS and a special welcome to WISH. I'm glad you decided to join us. I'll list your plan and "eathing sensibly", if that's alright.

<b>Dopey & Grumpy</b> Losing 10 inches is awesome progress! We have lots of CURVES WISHers. It's a great program and I'm sure you will have great success with it.

<b>sln88</b> I'm glad you decided to join us! Low carbing is a great way to lose weight. We have lots of low carbing WISHers who have had wonderful success with that way of eating. I'm sure you will see success, too.

<b>mkcp91</b> Welcome to WISH! How great to see you here. Lots of Atkins WISHers here, including me. If you have any questions about the program all you need to do is ask and you will receive speedy replies.

<b>summersfam4</b> Welcome to WISH. Good for you taking control while you are still close to your goal weight. Wish I had done that, life would have been no much nicer

We have other WISHers working their way to better health with exercise and eating sensibly. You have a ready made support group just waiting to help you along. So, visit often!

<b>Kmygrl73</b> Welcome to the DIS and a very special welcome to WISH. I'm glad you found us. WW is a wonderful program, I'll bet you do great. If you can't find the time to go to CURVES try to find a workout video that you can do at home. You will lose a lot more quickly if you exercise. Visit us often, okay? It is very motivating to visit WISH.

<b>DavidandDenise</b> Welcome to the DIS and a special welcome to WISH. It was great meeting you in chat Monday night. I hope to see you in chat again and I hope you will visit WISH often.

Eating sensibly and exercising your way to better health sounds like a terrific plan. Good luck!

<b>jordgubben</b> Welcome, my new friend. I am happy to add you to our roster. I just have to find the time to update it. I'm very far behind with that
A trip to Sweden would certainly motivate me! How neat that you get to be in your friend's wedding there. I'll bet you are very successful with WW with such great motivation.
<b>lacool </b> It was fun meeting you in chat, Monday night. I'm glad you decided to join us. How great that you are taking back control while you still have 10 pounds to lose instead of more. Will you be following the WW program or will you be "eating sensibly"? Let me know.

<b>minniemouse71</b> Welcome to our WISH family. That member clipart looks great on you. Good luck with WW, it's a great program. Visit us often, too, okay? WISH is a very motivational place and it helps us all for you to participate here.

<b>Daisy-J&D</b> Welcome to the DIS and a very special welcome to WISH. I'm glad you found us and I hope you can visit often.

I'll list your plan as "eating sensibly" if that's alright with you. I love Toronto. We should plan a WISH meet there in the summer. Wouldn't that be fun?

<i>You may add the WISH member clipart to your signature, if you haven't done so already. What we do is start with a zero loss no matter how much weight we may have lost before taking the challenge. Then everytime we lose 5 pounds we get to "trade up" to a new clipart. It's fun and motivating.

There is an excellent post composed by our own LisaTx that explains exactly how to add the clipart to your signature. You will find it right <b>HERE</b></i>

It's so great to welcome so many new members to our WISH family. The best part of WISH is our support group. Composed of men and women following every imaginable eating plan, the WISH support group is always here for you if you need us--all you have to do is ask. All we ask in return is that you be here for <i>us</i> if <i>we</i> need support. It's a pretty good deal, actually.

Participation on WISH is motivating and empowering, so visit often and participate as much as you can. I think you will be amazed at how helpful that is.

So, is everyone ready to <b>succeed</b>? I sure hope so because you're all WISHers now and that's what we do here...we <i><b>succeed</i></b>!

Onward and downward,

Katholyn

 

[Naisy68]

Ok, count me in. Three years ago I lost about 20 lbs. on WW and that's the route I'd like to take - Unfortuately meetings are a little out of the way but I may check out the online site. I would love to lose 30 lbs. by the first of July.I believe that is a fairly reasonable goal. I know that I will enjoy having my pictures taken more then. We are planning a mid July trip to WDW. I will start my weight loss adventure on Monday. Wish me luck! I may need a little fairy dust to help me with motivation. I love food a little too much.

 

[jlawall]

Just rejoined WW and have lost 4.8 lbs so far. Need to get to my 5 lb. clippie.....help me out, I want to make it this week!!!

 

[kaylajr]

Okay I'm going to do it

I need to lose 50 lbs and would love to be able to wear a bathing suit on my trip in Sept.

I am going to try Atkins starting today.

yesterday was my birthday i turned 33 and decided that enough is enough i'm not comfortable in my body anymore so it's time to take ACTION.

but i know i will need alot of support i don't have much will power

one of my main problems is i really enjoy eating and i eat when i'm happy or sad or frustrated or whenever i just wanna feel better so i really have to work on that

i am also going to start a low impact exercise routine ( gotta be careful i have bad knee)

so my goal is 50 lbs or a size 8 which ever happens first i'll be happy

wish me luck please i am going to need it i think

 

[luv2nascar]

I guess I need to post here to get officially enrolled
I posted my intention to start SBD on 1/20/04
today is the start of day 12 and 8 pounds gone already
I feel great hardly any cravings
onward and downward

 

[teachingmykids]

I started Atkins 2 days ago. I want to lose 25 pounds and get my cholesterol under control. I would like to get off the medication. Otherwise healthy, I want to make sure I can continue annual trips to WDW with my kids.
I 'accidently' started losing weight 2 years ago at WDW. I took along some protein bars as snacks. With all the walking and snacking on those, I lose 5 pounds that week. That inspired me, and I continued when I got home. I've lost 45 pounds since then. I'm kind-a stuck right now, so that's why I've started Atkins.

I've already bought the jeans I WILL be wearing to WDW in November...........

Good luck to all and keep up the encouraging posts.

~~g.

 

[Bbgrizzle]

Count me in too! I started Atkins on January 23, and I've lost 10 pounds so far! My goal date to have the weight lost by is December 11, 2004, the date of our next DCL cruise! Hoping to lose 90 pounds. In addition to doing Atkins I have joined a gym. Good luck everyone!

 

[nativetxn]

<b>YAY!!!</b> More newbies. I'm so glad to see even more new faces!

<b>Naisy68</b> Welcome to WISH. You have a reasonable goal and an excellent plan. You're going to do great. Visit us as often as you can.

<b>jlawall</b> Welcome back! Shall I change your start date?

You know we're always here to help you along. I'll bet you have your 5 pound loss clipart soon.

<b>kaylajr</b> It's great to see you here. I follow the Atkins plan, too. Lots of WISHers have had wonderful success with Atkins, I'll bet you do too. Visit us often.

<b>luv2nascar</b> Welcome! Thank you for posting here, too. Sounds like you have already had terrific success with SBD. Way to go! Visit as often as you can, it's very helpful.

<b>teachingmykids </b> Welcome to WISH. Sounds like you are determined and on your way to goal already. I follow the Atkins plan, too. I love that way of eating. Lots of WISHers follow the Atkins plan. If you have any questions about the program all you have to do is ask and you will receive speedy replies.

<b>Bbgrizzle</b> Welcome to our WISH family. You have had wonderful success with Atkins so far, way to go! Visit us often and participate as much as you can, you will be amazed at how helpful it is to participate on WISH.

<i>You may add the WISH member clipart to your signature, if you haven't done so already. What we do is start with a zero loss no matter how much weight we may have lost before taking the challenge. Then everytime we lose 5 pounds we get to "trade up" to a new clipart. It's fun and motivating.

There is an excellent post composed by our own LisaTx that explains exactly how to add the clipart to your signature. You will find it right <b>HERE</b></i>

I'm glad you all could join us. WISH is a motivating and helpful place and I hope you can visit often. The best part of WISH is the support group. Composed of men and women following all kinds of eating plans, the WISH support group is always here to help--all you have to do is ask. All we ask, in return, is that you help <i>us</i> when <i>we</i> ask.

Onward and downward, my new friends.

Katholyn

 

[bus driver lady]

Hi everyone! I was excited to see the WISH area here at DISboards. I am 42, an new SSR owner, wife and mother of a 15 y/o son. I've been yo-yoing with my weight for as long as I can remember. It finally got way out of hand within the last 5 years. I've also tried every diet under the sun and refused to join anymore "clubs". That simply doesn't work for me and I was tired of wasting my money. Well, about a year and a half ago I made a big change (mainly my attitude about myself) and in less than a year lost 73 pounds. Remember, I said I let myself get way out of hand so I still wanted to lose another 50. Since then (last summer) I haven't been as stringent in following my healthy lifestyle (i.e. not being careful over the holidays, not quite as active, and really indulging during our WDW vacation over Xmas) and have gained 20 pounds back. And now I've hit the point where I need to get serious again and lose that 20, plus the other 50. Though this may seem a lot to some, I realize I can do it as I had already knocked half off and "know" I can continue with no problem. It's just a matter of being serious and thinking constantly about it. Since the start I've gone from a size 24W to a 16. At this point I'm an 18. I'm pretty tall (5'7.5")and muscular and have always found I need to lose around 20-25 pounds to go down one size. So my goal is a comfortable size 10-12, and most of all to continue feeling good and living a healthy lifestyle. Today is Feb. 2, 2004 and another big incentive is our planned first DVC trip in late August. Maybe I'll even hit the pool this time!

 

[R_Judy]

Maybe this is the right list?? Wishing that it is. Please add me tho the challenge.


R. Judy

216 start

2/1 206

first WW but now on day 2 of Atkins

Thanks!

 

[maciec]

Hi everybody! I would really like to join in with you all during your weight loss challenge. I really need the support.

My name is Melissa
I am 30yoa
Mom of 2 (Caroline 3 and Nicholas 4 months)
I work fulltime (midnight shift) as a Police Dispatcher
My current weight is 174 striving for 140

I have got to get this baby weight off! I am miserable.

I have been doing WW for the past 2 weeks. The first week I lost 6lbs. This past week I lost 1lb. I thought for sure that this past week I would have lost more than a pound :-( I was really bummed. I hope that by adding the exercise program that I will loose more than 1 pound a week. I am really hoping for 2. I think that I am doing really good with my daily point intake. It seems that I average 24 a day. I would like to go down to 22, but I don't think I am ready for that yet.

I just started my exercise routine....Eliptical machine for 30-45 minutes and then a weight lifting program afterwards. I am planning on doing that routine on the days that I work because all of the equipment is there. On my days off I am going to try and get on the treadmill and do some sort of modified weight lifting. This is the first time that I have actually enjoyed working out. I just got so bored with doing the treadmill only.

Anyway, I just wanted to introduce myself and say that I hope I can get one of those fancy footers one day. Another one of my goals

Melissa

 

[DMoss3377]

Hi everyone!

I'm finally joining. I've lurked on the boards now and then reading posts and recipes. I unofficially started a low carb way of eating May 2003. I lost 20lbs by the October 2003 Magic cruise. Then went off the plan, due to every excuse under the sun. Put on 8lbs.

Well, my DH and I are trying to get pregnant. I've been overweight for the last 4 or 5 years. I'm having trouble getting pregnant and until recently didn't know my weight was a contributing factor. I'm insulin resistant, so now more than ever, I realize that low carbing and exercise is going to be a way of life for me if I want to avoid diabetes and increase my chances of getting pregnant.

So I officially started as my new years resolution. My current weight as of today is 212, my goal is 165. I'm 26 years old...turning 27 in March. I'd like to reach my goal by October 2004 before my next Magic Cruise. I'm also in two weddings this year...one in May and the other in August, so I've made smaller goals...by May I'd like to be at 195 or less...then in August, I'd like to be at 175 or less. I'm 5'4'', and to some 165 may still seem heavy for that height...but even in high school when I was in the best shape of my life due to volleyball and cheerleading, I wasn't less than 155, size 7/8...muscle and body structure do play a part and I'm trying to be realistic. Once I hit my goal, my doctor and I will re-evaluate and see if I should try for more. One step at a time.

I'm doing a low carb way of eating, on the recommendation of my doctor. It's a combination of Atkins and Lean for Life. I also plan to exercise 5 days a week doing Pilates. Then when the weather improves, start walking at least 5 miles a week and building from there. I'm also on medication to treat the insulin resistance, Metformin, which is a diabetic drug, but can be used in cases like mine, even though I'm not diabetic.

I now understand that, Yes, there is a medical reason for my weight gain and that in order for me to be healthy, I am going to have to WORK at it...but it's like a weight has been lifted. I use to feel that I was lazy...or maybe I was just meant to be this way because of my family/DNA/genes...but now I know there is a treatable reason why all the dieting and exercise in the past wasn't enough.

So, here I am...a new WISH member and looking forward to all the support I will receive and can give in return.

 

[Deemarch]

Please add my name to this challenge. One week before Christmas I joined a circuit gym called "It Figures". I have done that 3 times a week every week. Now I rejoined (a lifetime member) WW online. I am 50 years old and have 20 pounds to lose. And I have a Bermuda cruise and a wonderful DVC trip to SSR the week between Christmas & New Years!!! I need to get my act together and get healthy and fit!

 

[noel]

Ok I'm in!

I've been on Atkins for 8 days and caved and weighed myself. I was feeling and seeing a difference in how I looked. But I've lost 5 lbs, maybe more since I didn't weigh myself before I started. But seeing a 5lb loss is so encouraging.

I have a long way to go. My ideal goal weight is 150-165lbs, so I have over 100lbs to lose. But I know if I'm patient and stay motivated I CAN do this!

I am thankful to have a place in the DIS where I can share my journey!

 

[Amor4Pooh]

I turned 30 last September and realized that I needed to change my life for the healthier. The first week of October, I began the Atkins plan. I can't even bring my self to type how much I wieghed when I started, but so far I had lost 20 lbs. as of December 29. I haven't weighed myself since then, but I know I have dropped at least 1 size in clothes (some 2) since I started. I am planning on continuing my wieght loss till I reach my goal of 150 lbs. I have a long ways to go, but I know if I want to feel better and enjoy my life more, this is the way to do it. I have since converted to the South Beach Diet(as of January) to help with my heart health.
Nichole

 

[JulieK]

Hi everyone! I'm Julie and I'm ready to take the WISH challenge.
To give a little history: I'm 28 yrs. old and have struggled with my weight all my life. I'm currently about 100 lbs. overweight and am high risk for heart disease. I desperately need to lose weight and to live healthy. I'm extremely worried about my health and if I continue living this way I know I won't have a very long life. Also, my husband and I would love to have children and I just feel that my weight could cause too many complications.
So now I'm on day 4 of the South Beach Diet and have been doing very well. However, I am having a little bit of depression about not being able to eat the food I love. I miss garlic bread, pizza, and potatoes covered in butter and sour cream. I just keep reminding myself that over-indulging in those foods are what got me here in the first place and that God has given me plenty of natural foods I can enjoy in moderation.
As far as exercise goes, right now I'm alternating between WATP and Tae-Bo. I've also been lifting some light weights. Thankfully, my husband is doing the diet with me and has been exercising with me. That keeps it from getting boring. I'll be really glad when it's spring so we will be able to go for walks.
Well, I'm motivated and ready to get healthy. I've been lurking here for years and everyone here seems so supportive. I'm looking forward to joining in with all of you.

 

[CarolynFH]

I'm eating more veggies and less of everything else, especially avoiding high-fat and high-calorie foods. I've gotten off to a good start, lost about 5 pounds in the last two weeks and hope that being able to trade up WISH symbols here will help keep me going! Guess you could call it an old-fashioned low calorie diet, but I'm watching bad fats and bad carbs as well.

We're going to WDW Thursday night through Monday afternoon. Lots of good walking, and I plan to eat lots of salads and substitute veggies for potatoes. Wish me luck!

 

[famfab5]

Hi Everyone,

Where to start...

My family is taking it's first family trip EVER in May. We are staying at Pop Century for 10 days. I am very excited about this trip and have been planning like crazy. Well, I decided I didn't want to go on this vacation over weight! I want to go on water slides at TL and BB with my children without fear of what I might look like in a bathing suit. I want to walk around without pulling a "wedgie" from shorts that are too tight! I want to sit on a ride without tucking the cellulite back under my thighs or not sit comfortably because I am worried about how tight my waist band is! I am sure we have all been there...

Anyway, I am about 15-18 lbs over what I would like to be. My BMI should be about 22-25 and I am 25.9 Just enough to be pudgy, unhealthy and not comfortable. I lost the baby weight well with my first two children but the weight just has not come off from the last one. It could be because I am in my 30's now and I can feel how my metabolism has changed. My youngest is three now so it is time!!

I have done weight watchers with some success but I am always so darn hungry. I am also horribly tired of counting points and measuring food.



A friend suggested the South Beach Diet which I dismissed as being just a "fad" diet from the name alone. Well, you should see her...FABULOUS! I decided since we were in similar situations (height, weight, age) that I would read the book at least. I finished the book a believer, it really spoke to me. I plan on starting the program tomorrow although I have pretty much cut out bad carbs since reading it on Thursday.

If you have read this far...thank you! It felt good just writing it...now I need to go get my wish challenge clippie!

Stats:

age-34
Height- 5 ft 7.5 in
weight- 160
size-12
frame-med
Exercise- Pilates 4x a week

Warmly,

Elizabeth

 

[got2lovedisney]

I've been lurking for a while. I saw your South Beach Diet thread and have decided it's time to start posting!

Hi! My name is Doris and I'm a carbohydrate addict. Pasta, rice, potatoes & bread are very good friends of mine (they're always hangind around {hips, waist, thighs}).

I tried Atkins about 6 years ago and lost 20 pounds but the cravings and mood swings were unbearable (I couldn't even stand myself!) and, of course, I gained it all back and then some.

Then I tried WW which also had me hungry, headachy and gaining when I should've been losing.

1/5/04 my SH and I both started on the South Beach Diet. I've lost at least 10 pounds so far. Best of all...NO CRAVINGS!!!

I'm 35y/o, 5'2" and currently at 222 with a BMI of 40.7! Yep...morbidly obese with a family history of heart disease, diabetes, HBP, and high cholesterol.

My first mini goal is to get down to 175lbs. WISH me luck!