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[Whiste Pig]

Count Me In!

I've gained 100lbs over the last 8 years because of steroids for allergies. I can't stand living like this and am determined to get back to a healthy weight and be the active person I was before the weight gain.

I've signed up for the half-marathon in January '09. It's great motivation!

 

[pjstevens]

As it seems to be common here, I have been on the DIS for years, but never really ventured over to this board. Hubby and I are going on our first Disney Cruise in September and we are renewing our wedding vows for our 25th anniversary. I have lost about 30 pounds in the past two years, but I need to lose a LOT more. I started really getting focused this week and started working out at the ymca each day. Starting slowly, treadmill first day, elipitcal and tread second and yesterday did eliptical and weight machines. Today I swam after working out. I am sore, of course, but after being a couch potatoe for so long, I know I need to keep moving forward. I don't ahve a specific amount I want to lose, but I want to feel better and look better.

 

[junebugTN]

Well, Disboards was SO helpful to me when I planned my first trip last year, so maybe I'll have just as much success with my health here, too! I have started walking (in teeny tiny increments) and eating smaller portions. I'm down 2 pounds, and hoping to be a lean, mean walking machine when I make it back to DW in the fall!

Hey VroomVroomLightning, I'm headed down in October also.
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Junebug

 

[Vanvmom]

Well, here I am about 40 pounds overweight (never lost the baby weight after child #3, and added a few more to it over the past 7 years), but ready to take on a new challenge. DH, DS (14), and myself signed up today to do the DL half marathon Labor Day Weekend. I've never run over 7 miles in my life, DH used to run cross country in HS (25 years ago), and DS has never run over 3 miles but is in incredible shape. Younger two DSs are doing the 5K. This will be a big mental as well as physical challenge for me, as I grew up pretty much being told I was brilliant, but NOT an athletic. I've got 6 months to train

 

[Gigs571]

I am so excited to find this board! We have a big trip planned for DisneyWorld in August. I would love to be there at least 30-40lbs. lighter. I plan to cut out the sweets and soda. I just got a new treadmill and hope to be walking at least 10 miles a week. It's sometimes difficult to find a moment with DS (a very active 3 year old) and DD (7 mo) as well as DH and I working opposite shifts, but I am determined to lose it once and for all.

good luck to everyone!

 

[VroomVroomLightning]

Hey VroomVroomLightning, I'm headed down in October also.
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Junebug

YAY..lol...What days will you be down there?

 

[jadedbeauty14304]

I am up for a WISH! I am just starting to walk again after breaking my ankle for the second time. I have joined a gym, and find myself working out every day. I will continue to do this, and introduce healthier food into my diet. I have about 60 pounds to lose. I am looking forward to being healthy, and feeling well.

 

[jenniferhornsby]

I just had DS 4 mo. ago and am trying to lose that last bit of baby weight. I've got about 5-10 lbs to go. I just want to be able to fit into all my old clothes!! I did WW after DS2 and lost 25lbs. I've lost 15lbs. so far this time. I got off track for a few weeks, but now I'm back and ready to go!! It will be nice to have the support!

 

[Crazy4Disney06]

Hi everyone, just checking in. I've been eating on plan (low carb) for over two weeks now ands still no loss. Not even a single pound. I'm starting to wonder about my thyriod meds My doctor recently changed my dose as well as the brand, and I've actually picked up about 10ish' pounds since then. Anyone else have this problem? I take 112 mg of Synthroid. I've gone from 25 mg to 112 mg in 6 months , as well as gained about 10-15 pounds during that time. I thought thyroid meds were to help with weight ???

 

[runningjusme]

hi, im new here. been lurking on disneyrunning for awhile now and finally found the place with the WISH shirts (love the back!!!!)

i want to be healthier and am using eating healthy and walking / building up to running to do it.

i've lost about 150 pounds, but still have a bit more to go.

im registered for Minnie Marathon and the full Disney in January.

 

[Jen76b]

Hello Everyone!! I'm new to the WISH boards. I've been to other areas but haven't been here before. I thought I'd check in since I've been trying to look for some type of motivation.

I've lost 11 pounds in about 6 weeks, but I still want to lose another 40 pounds.

I went shopping this weekend for a new pair of pants and was surprised when my usual size was TOO BIG!! What a great shopping experience. Usually they're too tight. I went home, tried on my favorite pair of jeans that I haven't worn in almost 2 years and they fit perfect!!!

So that helped motivate me even more, but just need something to help keep it going. I hope I can find that here.

Jen

 

[NWPrincess]

Hi,

I'm new to WISH, but think it's a great idea! I'd like to join. I want to fit back into my old clothes and I want to be fit and healthy on my upcoming trip to Disneyland in September! I've already lost 5 pounds, but I have 32 pounds to go.

I'm eating a lot healthier--following the Biggest Loser Diet and recipes. I am also working out for 30-60 minutes 7 days a week mixing cardio with resistance training.

I'm really excited about WISH and I hope all the challenges and such keep me motivated. This is something I really want to do for myself and my future. Thanks for the motivation!

 

[luvdzny]

8 down, 36 to go for me! I have to admit that the Weight Watcher's point system is soooo easy!!!! I am hardly ever hungry and I can eat whatever I want, it has been kind of fun so far. Keep up the hard work everyone.

 

[samiet620]

Hi I have been trying to loose weight for 6 months now....I'm a bit dicouraged and depressed right now but found this site unexpectatly and will accept it as an omen for better things to come.
I want to loose for me and nothing or anyone else. I want to breath normal and play and live live live! I want to look in a mirror and smile. No crash diets, no I want to look hot,just a healthy me.
Well...thats it....I'm in....for the long haul!
P.S. I posted a very depressing thread before coming in hear.....any imput will be great. Sorry for boo-hooing not usually like this....

 

[DVCGirl49]

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[disneychickforever]

Hello everyone,

I joined in a while back.....but life happened and now I'm ready to get started again!

DVCGirl49

Same here, I need to get in shape....I want to look like the other college girls.

 

[Gisele]

OOOPs! I was looking at the emoticons for this board, and came across the wish artwork, I thought it meant what you would like to lose, but I believe actually it means what you have lost, man I wish that I had lost that by now. Unfortunately it would not be the first time for me to lose that amount of weight or more, but inevitably to only regain it, UGH!

I would still like to keep that picture though, maybe I should change it? for me again, it stands for what I would like to get rid of again!

 

[Gisele]

o.k. so I decided to go ahead and use those little guys the way they were intended, I think I got it right!

 

[TxMickeyLover]

I'm going for it. I have minor health problems that will all but disappear if I would just lose weight. I've decided it's time to really put forth the effort. I start Weight Watchers today, and my hubby and I are going to work towards running a 5K next year.

 

[weesignlanguage]

I'm jumping on this board!! Here's my plan/desires!

PLAN:
*4 days of workouts that include 45 min. of cardio and then workout on machines for upper body strength/toning
*Eat under 1500 calories per day
*Eat b'fast everyday!!
*Drink LOTS of water (not a problem b/c that's all I drink anyways!)
*Weigh in once per month officially to track weight/inches lost
*Stay active on WISH boards to keep motivation up!!

DESIRES:
*Lose 30lbs by August 15
*Win the bet I have going with my parents(they bet I couldn't lose 30lbs by Aug. 15...for motivation purposes of course) so that my WDW trip is PAID FOR!! WHOO HOO!
*Be able to lose a dress size or two before I go shopping for our WDW vacation in the end of Sept!
*Fit in a cute Tinkerbell costume for MNSSHP on Sept. 23

SOOOOO....here I go!! I have been working under the above plan for about one month now and I will be weighing in today so I'll post results soon!! Wish me luck! I'd love to be about 4 or 5 pounds closer to my goal after today! We'll see!