Take the DIS WISH challenge here

[MsCoz2000]

I'm Dawn. I'm 27 years old and I have gained back all the weight a lost after high school, and then some.

My ULTIMATE goal is to loose 75 lbs. But I would like to make smaller goals to get there.

So right now my 1st goal is to loose 20 lbs. in 90 days (my 28th Birthday)

I have signed up for a MS walk next weekend (6 miles, but hey I walk waaaay more than that in Disney, right?!) and have joined WW (that is what I did after high school, so I know it will work for me)

I've decided to do this not only to be healthier, but so I can be happy with who I am as a person!

 

[Heather.Mohler]

It has been about 20 days since my first post where I laid down a challange to myself to lose weight and exercise in some way at least 3 days a week, moving up to doing something physical to push myself each day of the week. Well, I figured that it is about time for an update.

I have managed to lose 13 pounds over the last 2 weeks and my mom and I have begun walking every few days. We alternate between walking a local park trail that is a mile each way, and walking the dogs. It is definately helping! I feel great after the walks.

I figure updating my status on this challenge once a month will be about right, so see you all in May!

 

[tksbaskets]

It has been about 20 days since my first post where I laid down a challange to myself to lose weight and exercise in some way at least 3 days a week, moving up to doing something physical to push myself each day of the week. Well, I figured that it is about time for an update.

I have managed to lose 13 pounds over the last 2 weeks and my mom and I have begun walking every few days. We alternate between walking a local park trail that is a mile each way, and walking the dogs. It is definately helping! I feel great after the walks.

I figure updating my status on this challenge once a month will be about right, so see you all in May!

Good job!!

 

[lomaha]

Hi everyone, my name is Lori and I'm a 38 yr old mom of two great kids. My ds will be 16 and dd will be 12 this month. I just want to get healthier and lose some weight too. I would like to be in better shape for my Disney vacation in June and class reunion in July. I think I will start by walking three days a week.

 

[ebird08]

Hi! I'm so excited i found this thread! I am hoping that, with support, I'll be able to lose...well, a lot of weight. In the past I have set number goals but was told that maybe shooting for a percentage would be better/less intimidating. Really, I'd just like to lose as much as humanly possible before my 30th birthday in August. And, then, go from there. Of course, my upcoming trip to WDW (on the DDP, of course) might make dieting more difficult. So, as of right now my plan is to follow the WW points system and try to squeeze in some and stay away from the mindless We shall see...

 

[tksbaskets]

Hi! I'm so excited i found this thread! I am hoping that, with support, I'll be able to lose...well, a lot of weight. In the past I have set number goals but was told that maybe shooting for a percentage would be better/less intimidating. Really, I'd just like to lose as much as humanly possible before my 30th birthday in August. And, then, go from there. Of course, my upcoming trip to WDW (on the DDP, of course) might make dieting more difficult. So, as of right now my plan is to follow the WW points system and try to squeeze in some and stay away from the mindless We shall see...

Hang in the ebird08! I'm back to WW too. Got to journal...got to journal...

 

[ebird08]

Hang in the ebird08! I'm back to WW too. Got to journal...got to journal...

ah yes, the journal. ugh. i really should try to keep one...

 

[mickeylove2]

Hi everyone! My name is Sandy and I'm a junk food junkie. No just kidding, well, sort of anyway! lol I'm 28 and have 2 adorable girls- 9 & 7. My goal is just to stay active, eat wiser, exercise more, and get my girls into living a healthier lifestyle.

My ultimate weightloss goal is 50 lbs. My DD9 is stick thin, but my DD7 is slightly chunky. I'm having a hard time with doing things as a family, so any sugestions are welcome. My biggest fear is while I'm encouraging my DD7 to slim down, I don't want my DD9 to end up too thin, or worse, end up suffering from an eating disorder.

My plan is too walk/jog everyday while I'm at work and then every other evening with the kids. I want to follow the Couch to 5K layout, and someone gave me a link to an online weightloss journal- fitday. Anyone here use it? I'm going to check it out.

 

[Auntie L.]

Hi everyone!

I'm Linda from Massachusetts. I'm a young-at-heart, crazy 54 yer old !! My goals are these:

1. Move to a healthy, lower carb diet that helps me get over my cravings for sweets and starchy food. I'm so much happier and have so much more energy when I eat this way. I want to commit to it for good and feel great all the time!

2. Do vigorous exercise for at least 30 minutes EVERY day! I do Leslie Sansone walking/weight lifting tapes. I also want to start to do the Core Rhythms tapes to learn some dance moves!!

3. I'll be at WDW (home!) in late August!! I'd like to be 20 lbs thinner by then!

Great forum, guys!!

Linda

 

[mommyof2Pirates]

I am joining in.

My challenge: Loose 60lbs and run a 1/2 marathon.

Plan: Do WW on my own (I have had success with this many times). I cant
say completely on my own because my dh is joining me too. I plan to
follow the C25K running program and then the C210K and then one of
the 1/2 marathon programs-to be determined.

When: Wt Loss- I am not setting a time limit for my wt loss...I think that is
what has failed me in the past. Instead I will set mini
goals.....every 5lbs.
1/2 Marathon- Spring of 2011.

Where: Hopefully the disney princess 1/2 marathon. Just have to figure out
some minor details. If not then I will settle for one closer to
home....the broad street run in philly. Its only a 10 mile run.

I have started a wish journal.....check it out and help keep me motivated along my journey.

 

[Disconsin Gal]

Okay, so I'm in. I've been participating in a biggest loser competition at work with success, so this will just be another way to keep me motivated. I have a lot of weight to lose (only about half of me, nothing too major) so this will be good motivation when my BL challenge is over in eight weeks. My biggest goal has been making healthier food choices, more fruits and veggies, and smaller portions. I need to get on the exercise band-wagon though, ergh. I'm looking forward to motivational info from others too. Now to go add my participant icon to my signature!

 

[jiminy.cricket]

Count me in. I'm 24 and new to the real world. I was involved with sports in P.E. in high school, and a little bit in college, but since then I'm afraid I've only had the sporadic workout. I want to be in shape, with more endorphins too. It'll feel like Disney every day! Haha.

My short-term goal is to successfully complete the C25K program. My longer-term goals are to run the Walt Disney World Half-Marathon and eventually the full marathon. We'll see how far I get! Any tips for avoiding injury, shopping for gear, and eating appropriately are welcome!

 

[SurferStitch16]

Hello!!
I am interested in joining the WISH racing team. I have ran in the World full two years ago, the Disneyland Half last year and the World Half this year. I am going to be doing the Goofy next year and I wanted to join a team of some sort and I loved the shirts I saw people wearing on the course all three races and would love to be a part of it!! I want to get back in shape as work and life have caught up with me and I am sick of just sitting and am ready to be active again. I plan to run at least 2 miles a day to get back into the shape that I want to be in. I am so excited to have found WISH!!

Danielle

 

[lizzyb5280]

Okay, I'm in. My name is Elizabeth, I'm about 5' 6'', and starting off at 220 pounds. My long term goal weight is 150. I just turned 30 last week, and after spending all of my teens and twenties overweight, I'm determined not to spend my thirties the same way. I want to be a better role model for my daughter, plus I want more options when I try to buy Disney shirts! My husband is also obese (6'2'', ~325), but despite his family history of losing his dad @ 44 to diabetes and a heart attack, I'm having a hard time getting him motivated. However, I've decided I can't keep waiting on him to get me healthy.

I have several challenges to my weight loss. For starters, I have both hypothyroidism and Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, both of which make it hard for me to lose weight at a hormonal level. Also, I am a paraplegic and also have carpal tunnel syndrome, so my exercise options are limited. I try to get out and "walk" with my daughter in the mornings whenever I can, but I know I'll have to do more if I really want to achieve my goals.

 

[kimmay]

Alrighty - After a big debate with myself (I'm much more of a lurker than a poster but am hoping this step forward will keep me motivated and accountable) - I'm in, determined to win the battle I constantly have with myself over needing to get healthy and then not doing it.
Short term goal - 10 lbs.
Long term goal - 10 lbs., 4 times
My plan is simple - Eat less - Move more. At least it sounds simple, yet here I am.
I have done Weight Watchers in the past and have had success with that so it is what I usually refer to when figuring out what to eat or avoid but really, I think keeping a food journal helps me the most.
OK - Here I go... off to a new healthier, happier me.

 

[Octoberbeauty]

I joined this thread several years ago, but as much as I *wanted* to lose weight, I just wasn't ready yet. I'm finally ready and off and running. I joined WW online last week and am loving it so far. I've also started walking at a track here in town and got a pedometer to count my daily steps. i want to lose 89 lbs and have given myself a timeline of 1 year. I can do it!

 

[kolohe_lady]

Hello everyone!

My goals are to lose a little bit of weight, gain some muscle, and eat much better than I have been. Will be running my 3rd Disneyland Half in September, hoping to shave off 5-10 minutes from my time last year and look better in my pictures!

 

[tiki23]

I replied to this thread, well.... many months ago.... and was working on a weight loss/health gain program, but gave up after only 12 lbs, which of course I have gained back.

Yesterday I signed up at a gym, tomorrow is my 1st consultation with a personal trainer and a nutritionist. Thursday I weigh in for the gym's 90-day Biggest Loser competition! Two of my co-workers are signed up too and we are all excited!

For myself, I will be happy if I am able to get in better shape and change my eating habits (to support life-long health) and lose at least 18 lbs during the competition, on the way to my goal of losing 45 lbs. I know that the winners in the past contests at the gymn have lost 35 or more lbs, but I won't need the $500 prize to feel like a winner.

The owner of the gym, Matt, was the 2nd season winner of The Biggest Loser TV show.

Wish me luck and lots of determination!

 

[alisaheather]

Hi Everyone! Well, I'm starting towards my goal of losing 50 lbs! I'm keeping track of what I eat, and moving more.

 

[jgive]

I would like to accept the challenge. I am looking to lose 15-20 pounds that I gained during pregnancy (which unfortunately ended in a second trimester miscarriage). I thought training for the Wine & Dine half-marathon would be a great way to get the weight off and an excuse to get to WDW. I am looking forward to it!