Take the DIS WISH challenge here

[deanie]

Yes, count me in. I am starting WW (again) to get back to my healthy weight before our trip next year. I plan to lose 50 lbs, but I will take it in 5 steps of 10 lbs each. I will also start back at the gym tomorrow - 3 times per week weights, 3 times per week cardio (outside walking or treadmill. I want to LOSE weight and I want to GAIN incentive from all you guys out there.

 

[kkmauch]

It is definitely time for me to join the challenge. I just graduated from college and have gained wait since I graduated from high school. I would like to drop 40 pounds or 3-4 sizes, depending on which goal actually makes me healthier and more active. If I can get both, that would be great!
I'm trying to eat better, drink water and I am going to begin an exercise routine this week, will be hard to jump back into it, but I am determined.
I will definitely need the support, I tend to always start things but not always finish!!!

 

[GoofyPrincess]

OK - I've lurked on this board for long enough. I'm ready to do it!

At 5'10" I was always a slim 140 pounds - then I had twins. Between the 5 months of bedrest and the depression afterwards, I'm now at 212 pounds!!! Ack! Please note that the twins are no excuse - they are 3 years old!

My DH has promised me the Disney trip of my dreams for our 10th anniversary next December and I am determined to look great when we go. My goal is to get down to 150 by next December.

We have a rowing machine in the basement, so I plan to row three mornings a week, take the steps (4 floors) at work everyday, eat a healthy diet, drink at least 64 ounces of water a day and not eat ofter 6pm.

The best part is that the depression is over and I'm finally enjoying my job, my family and my life!

 

[milmore104]

OKay I've been thinking about this for a LONG time and it's time to do it. After are Sunday ritual of watching all our WDW home movies I vowed to myself to take action. I am not going to be that person on that tape next year. I am ready to start taking action and stop talking about it. I am so very glad that this site is here. I don't have to hold back anything here and feel bad about it. I think that is where my problem has been before is that I feel so incredibly ashamed of how much I weigh that when I tried weight loss programs w/ my mother I would take off about 30-50lbs of my actual weight because she would tell me how incredibly fat I was and stop me from eating certain things. So I am glad I have somewhere to go and just talk and not feel bad about it. And somewhere I can go to just be ME!!! And do this for MYSELF not my husband or mother. Just so I can feel good about myself.
I will start by eating better but mostly eating at better times. I tend to eat a bagel for breakfast and then not eat unil 7pm and snack at night so my first job will be to stop that. I will also start walking more. I will walk my daughter to the park instead of driving there.
Thanks for all that listend.

Start date 7/26/2004
Start Height 5' 11''
Start weight 285lbs.

I W.I.S.H. you all luck!!!
Nicki

 

[SunFloridaDisney]

Hi all,

I'm new to these boards but have been reading and this is a place for me!

I started WW 2 years ago at 170 lbs (I'm only 5'2") and have lost 45 lbs. Now I'm trying to maintain the weight, but more than that I like the new healthier me, and want to keep this up. I'm 47 years old, and the body isn't getting any younger!

I walk a lot, and was working out at a gym a few days a week, but haven't done that since the kids are out of school for summer. I have started running the last few months. When I started, I could barely do 1/2 a mile. Now I can go about 3 miles and do that about 5 days per week.

The weight loss and exercise have improved my overall health, I have allergy-related asthma and even that is much better than 2 years ago.

Best WISHes to all of you in your challenges. I hope to stop back here often.

Kate

WISHful thinking?? I'd love to be able to get into my wedding dress again for our 25th anniversary in April 2005.

 

[jodistar]

Originally posted by SunFloridaDisney

I walk a lot, and was working out at a gym a few days a week, but haven't done that since the kids are out of school for summer. I have started running the last few months. When I started, I could barely do 1/2 a mile. Now I can go about 3 miles and do that about 5 days per week.

The weight loss and exercise have improved my overall health, I have allergy-related asthma and even that is much better than 2 years ago.

Best WISHes to all of you in your challenges. I hope to stop back here often.

Kate

WISHful thinking?? I'd love to be able to get into my wedding dress again for our 25th anniversary in April 2005.

Hi Kate,

Welcome to wish.

Hey is there a way that maybe you could do something with your kids that still keeps you active....Don't feel like just because they are home you can't do anything....What about bike rides, walks with them (are there parks in your area), you get the idea....Just a thought

I am the same as you I have allergy related asthma....mine also seems to have gotten better since working out again.

I think that is really sweet that you want to get back into your wedding dress. Wow, 25 years....Congratulations....I know that you can do it! The other wishers and myself are a great support system....Welcome!

 

[cvemom]

Wish me luck. My goal is to lose 50 lbs. It seems such a long way off but maybe with some company and a support system I can do it. Friends all say buy training equipment , join gyms etc.That's out of the question. I don't have the money to buy my weight off and furthermore I don't think that's the way to do it. I've started walking 2 miles 5 days a week and with the help and company of my good friend we will keep it up. Just had my check up and my cholestrol is up so the weight loss and exercise are truely needed. Positive thinking I WILL DO IT !:thewave: This is my cheering section.

 

[DiaDeGuadalupe]

Hi, I just joined the disboards last week, and happened to stumble upon this area. Cool idea

Anyway, hubby and I have been on the South Beach thing since 6/27 and so far we've collectively lost 24 lbs. The reason for the diet wasn't so much for weight loss as it was getting the cholesterol levels down (but the weight loss is a nice perk!). Hubby's triglycerides were so high that they couldn't measure the LDLs! ouch! So far we've found that the cravings for the "bad stuff" have pretty much gone away, though we do like to indulge once a week. Also, we've been exercising (walking and swimming).

I've lost 2 sizes and he is fitting into pants that he hasn't worn for a year. We are totally amazed

Anyhow, I just wanted to say hi and thanks for having a place where people can motivate each other!

 

[crazyformickey]

Wow! What a great thread. I've been on these boards for a few months now and just came across this thread.
Thank you all for this wonderful thread.

 

[Dizneyholic]

First, I must say good luck to everyone!! My goal is drop as much weight as is safe and possible in the next 6 weeks. Add another inspired by their upcoming Disney trip. Futhermore, I could be a lot heathier. So far, my fiance and I have replaced soda with Crystal Light, water & tea, cut out fast food completely and loaded our frig with fresh veggies and fruit. We also plan to cut refined sugars, flours and processed foods.

As far as exercise goes...we have mountain bikes we plan to dust off by this weekend and have already made a visit to our apt's gym.

Wish us luck!

 

[SRUAlmn]

Good Luck Dizneyholic! Looks like you'll be there the same week as us. I'm also trying to lose as much as possible by the time of our trip. This time, no fat pictures Maybe our skinny selves will see each other there

 

[Dizneyholic]

Originally posted by SRUAlmn
Good Luck Dizneyholic! Looks like you'll be there the same week as us. I'm also trying to lose as much as possible by the time of our trip. This time, no fat pictures Maybe our skinny selves will see each other there

Thanks SRUAlmn! Keep me/us updated!! I'd loved to know what's working for you and what's not. So far, after 2 soda free days...I already feel less bloated!

 

[TaraBelle1069]

Originally posted by Dizneyholic
So far, after 2 soda free days...I already feel less bloated!

I gave up pop last summer (long before I started anything else resembling a diet) and when I had Coke at WDW in September, I thought I was going to be sick. I'm much happier drinking water.

 

[Dizneyholic]

Wow, TaraBelle, a whole year? That's great!! It gives me hope. I did give it up for a month or so last year and it wasn't too hard but one thing lead to another and all the sudden it was part of my daily diet again. I'm now 3 days soda free and counting!

 

[TaraBelle1069]

Originally posted by Dizneyholic
Wow, TaraBelle, a whole year? That's great!! It gives me hope.

I don't miss it at all. It's such a waste of calories. I only drink coffee and milk now...not even juice, except on rare occasions.

 

[Tiggery]

Hello
In January this year I injured my back and until recently how found it difficult to do anything more than walk short distances. During this time of inactivity I have gained around 20 pounds. I feel exhausted when I try to do anything even simple things like doing the washing can be tiring and leave me in pain. I know that my weight gain will not be helping my back pain and is probably making it worse. I have already begun to start cooking my own meals again and not using preprepared supermarket meals so hopefully this will be a start. I am planning to start walking every day. At this stage Im not sure how far I will be able to tolerate but Im aiming to begin with 10 mins and work from there.
My short term aim is to be able to get around the parks (even if slowly ) when I go in 56 days.
Wish me luck

 

[TaraBelle1069]

Originally posted by Tiggery
Hello
In January this year I injured my back and until recently how found it difficult to do anything more than walk short distances. During this time of inactivity I have gained around 20 pounds. ...
Wish me luck

I feel for you. I have been plagued by back problems for years and figured they were a result of being overweight. So when I started my weight loss program, that was part of my motivation. This past Monday was my weigh in day and instead of celebrating that I was down 58 pounds, I was in bed, having put my back out painting a room in my house. I haven't been exercising much as part of my program but had started to become more active and am so afraid that my inability to really walk anywhere is going to set me back. I'm trying to compensate for that by cutting back on my food intake even more. It's so hard since you feel so miserable from the pain. It's important to have a goal and I think your WDW one is a great one.

Good luck.

 

[Disneyfun2]

Hi there, I know what you mean about back injuries. I hurt my back due to a car accident and had to have some discs in my lower back removed. I gained up to 60 pounds i have been stuggling for 3 years since my surgery and have lost on 25 pounds. I am starting to get back into the gym and it is coming off slowly but surely.

 

[Tiggery]

Thankyou both for your words of encouragemant. Today was the first day I did anything resembling exercise, I walked for 10 mins ( did physio exercises before and took painkillers) and it worked out pretty well. I think id been putting off doing something as simple as walking because I was afraid my ache would become the pain that it was a couple of months ago. Well it didnt and I feel like I have a way forward now ( I know that sounds a little corny)but I really feel more confident. Good luck to both of you.

 

[dizcrazy]

Okay, going to WW tomorrow and I am scared! Work was crazy (I know, bad excuse!) and I didn't make it the gym.

I ate within my points but the scale seems to be stuck and my guess is that exercise is the secret to getting the scale needle to drop to the left.

I've lost 5 pounds so far and hoping to loose another 5 by Sept 3, my trip to see my (skinny) sister!



Good advice about the soda.
Anyone have any good recipes to share?