Take the DIS WISH challenge here

[Ex-Trainer]

47 year old male, 5'8", 180 lbs.

Stopped eating healthy and have been off the field for 5+ years. Very sedentary lifestyle, poor eating habits and irregular sleep schedule caused me to gain 25 lbs and have increased my RHR (72bpm) - gained 25 lbs in last two years.

Plan: Back to trail running; reduce sweets, no soft drinks, less fried foods; increase fruit and veggies, increase water; sleep on regular schedule, less TV.


Recorded vitals and made exercise/training routine plan Monday (2/4/08). Began training Monday (2/4/08). Began logging food intake Monday (2/4/08).
Will record and chart progress daily first two weeks, then gradually increase exercise workload weekly and record progress weekly for wks 3-6. Then will record and change routine every two weeks.

12 week GOAL/TARGET:
Less stress and more energy.
Weight = 160 lbs
RHR = 58-62 bpm

Full health evaluation/check-up. May 1, 2008.

 

[dkdaisy]

I wanna join! This is great....

I'm a 24-yo woman with about 30 lbs to lose. I lost it all before my wedding last March, but with finishing school, moving, starting a new job, etc, etc, etc, I got off the eating healthy/working out train and gained it all back.

I want to lose it again by July, when I have to go back to Michigan for two weddings. My DH is also trying to lose weight - he wants to lose 85 lbs.

We've decided that we will go out to eat a maximum of once per week (except for special occassions). We will plan our meals before we go shopping and get what we need (limited excess for snacks, junk, etc). We will pack our lunches for work and are both giving up pop (we've been weaning ourselves off, so that won't be as big of a deal). I've got an elliptical, several aerobics videos, a jump rope, and a walking/biking path right behind my house that I'm going to use.

We're going to Disney in September and we're going to be healthy!

 

[1stTimeDisneyer]

Hello Everyone My name is Andrea, I am 28 yrs old (almost 29 Yikes!) and really need to make some changes. I lost over 30lbs and 28 inches a little over a year ago but gained most of it back. However this time I want to lose it and keep it off. But I really need support and a swift kick to keep my going. I have been trying to cook better meals and cut portions, but now I need to get on the move. I am hoping this is the help I need! Thanks!



Andrea

 

[tinaninea]

Count me in guys! I've already made a Journal & I'm ready to continue losing!!

 

[FLORIDA_GIRL]

Hi! I'd like to join in on the WISH challenge. I'd love to lose about 25 lbs, but ultimately I just want to get in better shape. I've begun training for 2009 WDW Marathon...I completed the half this year and I've been motivated to go for the full next time around. I look forward to learning from all of you.

 

[morgy827]

Wow, this is a great idea. I did WW about 3 years ago and lost 45lbs and have managed to put it all back on for numerous reasons. My WISH is to lose about 50lbs and keep it off this time. I started WW on my own about 3 weeks ago and have lost 6 lbs already but it always helps to have a group to keep you motivated...and this one is free.

 

[Boston Momma]

I walked the 5K in January and am training to be able to walk the Minnie in May. I joined a gym & am trying to make going a habit. We stayed at Pop Century in January and noticed all the Wish tee shirts & want to be a part of something and be able to join in on the fun.: I look forward to reading how others are training and meeting in May !!

 

[FormrCastMbr]

Good Morning!

My name is Lauren and I would like to join the WISH challenge. I am 37 years old and need to lose about 30 - 40#s.

My husband and I started going to WW meetings last week after trying to do it online ourselves...we really need the meetings.

One thing is we are trying to get pregnant but in the meantime I really need to get my eating and exercise in check. I have been reading up and you can do WW while pregnant so when the time comes I will continue and just alter my points according to my doctor.

I am glad to be here!

 

[dsnyfan21]

Would love to join the Wish challenge, I started already by trying more exercise. I have walked/jogged 3 half marathons this year already and going to try to eat more healthy, with smaller portions and maybe try doing a modified Weight Watchers.

 

[Crazy4Disney06]

Hi everyone,
I would love to join the DIS WISH challenge! In the past 3 years I've gained about 35 pounds. I'm only 5 foot 3 inches tall so those pounds look a lot more like 50 My short term goal is to lose 20 pounds by June when I go to California to visit my older brother and my long term goal is to lose 35 to 40 pounds by our Disney vacation in October
I can do this again!! ( I lost 120 pounds in 2002/2003 )

 

[TCKK]

Hi:

I'd like to join again. I was part of this several years ago, but I need to start again. DH, DD and I started WW (on our own) Monday. So far so good. We're doing WW plan, exercising and drinking our water. I need to lose about 60 lbs. My 1st goal is to lose at least 25-30 by our WDW trip in August.

Thanks for any help and encouragement

 

[Ferry Joy]

Hi
I have been on the DIS boards for a couple years and it's only today that I found this section. I need to lose weight and be healthier. I weigh 194. I have been dieting for a while and have lost 20 lbs, of which I have gained back 4. Ouch!
I need to get below 170 for some testing but I need to lose more than that as I am only 5'2" (man I wish I was taller). I need to increase my exercising and also need to stop having just that one (oh right!) treat. Stick to more fruits and vegie's. Over the last few months I have slipped on my dieting and I think you guys can help. There is no support system in my small community. Thanks for being here.

 

[LinK]

Hello Everyone:

My name is Linda on New Year's Eve 2006 I had a heart attack. Way to young.........So after I went through Cardiac Rehab tried and tried nothing was working. At my last visit my doctor told me to try weight watchers so I am starting on Tuesday. I have also join a Pilates group which I do three days a week, swimming group two days a week. Then starting at the end of March I am starting a runners group. I am determined to get healthy. My doctor has signed off on all these things.

Thank you everyone ahead of time for all your support.

Linda

 

[lovespoohbear]

i am joining. i started at the end of january and i have lost 4 pounds since then. me doing lent and having it be no sweets and sodas have helped to i think. plus the passing of my service dog(i know that sounds bad but for a week i noticed i was not eating as much after she passed). once lent is over i am going to try and keep it going but if i want a soda just limit it to once a week. i am wanting ti get to 150 but first down to 185 then continue in 5 pound increments.

 

[alisaheather]

I'm ready to get healthy and lose weight. I hope that we can do it together. WW seems to be popular. I think I'll join-what's your opinion on meetings vs. online?
I'd like to lose 25-30 lbs by our trip in September.
Alisa

 

[magicmom07]

Well here I am .. I went to the Dr today and got the "tsk, tsk combined with the head shake... I am 25 pouds over my weight last year and am determined to lose it. I'm not quite sure how it happened - but my plan is to cut out the sugar( mostly ), try to incorporate whole wheats into my diet and increase the fruit and vegtables ( may have to consult my 5 year old on this as I seem to have forgotten what they are)
Looking forward to jumping on board with you all!!

 

[VroomVroomLightning]

I am so happy I found this board! I am looking to diet for a better healthy life for myself in general but also because I want to be able to be in shape for our October trip to Disney World I am going to have to start out on a slow pace because I am way out of shape. With being very overweight it would hard for me to even just jump into a running program. But what i plan on doing is cutting back on the sweets, kicking up the fruits and veggies, and limiting amounts at dinner.

I don't know how well WW would work because I have never done that but I might check it out and see what they have to offer. It seems to be quite popuar on this board.

As for exercise I have always enjoyed running/jogging but it is so hard on me cause I get worn out very easily. I plan on starting out by walking/jogging for a mile a day every other day to start out(We have a football field across from my house...thanks to the high school..lol...So 4 times around that equals a mile!!) After that I would like to get up to possibly longer and make it to a jogging not a little bit of walking then jogging. To get myself ready for this I will be doing some exercises in the house for about 2 weeks to get myself ready for this change.

Does anyone know any exercises that a person who is very out of shape could start with? Or of somewhere to find information like this?

I am so happy to find this site and would love to find a Buddy if anyone is looking for one

 

[VroomVroomLightning]

TCKK I just noticed you were from Ohio also...What part of Ohio you from?

 

[luvdzny]

Well, here I am!!! I just joined Weight Watchers and I am working very hard to stick to my daily point totals. I would eventually like to start exercising but I think I need to get used to eating less first. I do not want to be frustrated right away.

 

[DisneyFan83]

I'd like to join. I did Weight Watchers about 4 years ago and lost quite a bit of weight, but have gained it all back. I don't need to lose a whole lot, but just need to eat healthier & exercise more. I would like to lose about 15 pounds before I try on wedding dresses & before May (when we'll be in WDW- I'll be honest, I know I will be eating what I want while on our trip). We usually walk so much when we're at the World, that we seem to even out. Then when we get back from Disney I plan on trying to continue losing weight, to maybe lose about 40 pounds total before my wedding in November