Weight loss for Wishers and becoming Leaner Meaners!

[deekaypee]

Hello, Lean Meaners! The DIS was slow again for me this morning, but looks like whatever glitch it has was temporary. Because certainly it isn't me or my computer.

Vicky: I need to rewatch Lost. Just because it will be 2010 before the next season! I should also check out Jeff's thread on the main WISH board. I'll chime in on your yoga question to Maria: a not-full stomach to an empty-but-not-distracting-stomach works best for me. Drinking is fine, though. (In fact, drinking makes everything better. ) Not that I've practiced yoga in a while. I'm getting to it because, you know, I hear yoga is good for runners. And I bow to you and your sugar-free diet plans post 1/2. I can go as far as sugar-free gum... Oh, and question for you. Does DF plan to become a regular race participant or mainly your support crew? Just curious.

Tracey: You know, you're a great looking family. I don't see any drowned rats, though. False advertising! I like the idea of the "Love to Run" necklace. I'll have to tool around and see if I can find one. (And I like the 007 pose. Very striking in that young, hip but not too serious way. *Sigh* I wish I had that kind of confidence when it comes to pictures.)

Maria: Did you just say you had a fabulous workout! That, in itself, if fabulous. I love hearing the smile in your voice. About your shoot for the stars goal of 10 lbs. Love it! And remember that Les Brown quote, ""Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars."

Ah, the "getting one's money's worth" at places like buffets, club levels, etc. That's my mother's voice in YOUR head. How did it get there? And if I lived with your DH, I would have to strangle him for his disinterest in food. Not fair, not fair at all. (And yes, I know these are sabotaging thoughts--I recognize them because I'm a good Beck Diet reader.) I much more readily identify with the hunger issue. I eat many small meals a day and it keeps me from being mitchy.

I'm going to have to think of a word to say to myself when I'm tempted to eat something that is way off my plan. Any suggestions?

Uh-oh. You know me and my sense of humor. What I would say--what I do say--tends not to help other people at all. But here's a few idea anyway.

• "Get thee behind me, Satan," I say this out loud to my barrista when he suggests a cookie with the latte. He laughs.
  
• As I've mentioned here before, I do say to myself, "It's not the last donut you'll ever eat." Comes from a conversation DOOD and I had concerning a Simpsons episode. It reminds me that I'm not saying no to everything for the rest of my life and that I'm choosing not to indulge today.
• So hungry that you could eat a horse? I've been there. And I think a variety of things to myself. "What, a horse? But you're a vegetarian!" and the giggle-inducing, "Whoa, Nellie!" You get the picture.
• How about talking to your food, Taxi-Driver style? "You looking at me? Are you looking at me?"
• Fear works for me. So I might use a few words that inspire fear. Like "Swimsuit/bikini." Because, yes, I haven't owned one in years and I'd like to feel comfortable in one. But right now, it inspires fear. Same with skinny jeans or short shorts--although I don't really want to wear those. "Weigh-in" also works.
• Another phrase that DOOD and I use is "Is this trip really necessary?" It's not really related to eating, but the idea is that we try to question our "have to" lists, to streamline what's really important. It might work for eating, somehow.
• To be more serious, for a second, there might be a bunch of positive words you could use and would be more in line with the Beck Diet. (Again, I'm reading and trying to internalize.) I'd maybe go with a phrase like "I'm strong" or "It's my decision what I put in my mouth" or "My choice" or "I'm an athlete." Something like that. Because you are a strong, beautiful, in control athlete!
• But I do understand that you want a quick, one-word stopper that reflects your goals. Could you take the most important thing on your goal list (or the ARC, if you're using that) and transform it into one or two words of motivation? Healthy? Shopping spree? Confidence?

DO let us know what you've chosen. I love the hear such things.

As for me: Well, I've officially started the Beck Diet today and not the other day like I said. It's so easy to get distracted from the messy process of examining why one eats, KWIM? Not much for the self-reflexive stuff. But I did it today. Turns out that my motivations for getting lean and mean are incredibly shallow. Besides the general get healthy, have more energy, shave time off my running, I have to confess that I'm interested in very shallow things. Like fitting into my "skinny" clothes, looking younger, and shoving my MIL's comments about me regaining weight right back in her face. Yeah. I'm so proud of my lesser motivations. But I'm owning up to them, and to you, publicly! I hope you haven't lost too much respect for me.

In happier news, I've done Pilates two days in a row again! Yay! And tomorrow is LR day, which I look forward to. So that's nice, knowing I'll actually do the WO. And I lost the pound I gained last week. So take that, scale! Pbbbbbbllllltttt! (I need a tongue-sticking-out smilie.)

 

[Creativebeth]

Hey Lean Meaners! I hope everyone is having a nice weekend. I myself am in the middle of another streak of baseball games. Two today (one boy won, one boy lost) one tomorrow, and one the rest of the week. UGH. I haven't run yet.....again, ugh!

So, my official weigh in for one week after starting Jillian's plan......5 pounds! I am very happy with that. I deviated several times (off the whole food thing) but haven't had a soda for a week! I'll give it another week, and see what it does. I have lost 18 pounds since January!!! I haven't been down here (in weight) since before my 2007 marathon training. Feeling good about that!

I am getting the workouts in, but not double dipping on my days off (can't seem to get up when I don't have to). But, I am thinking of getting them done again....I sort of miss them!

Debra: I love your 'talking to myself' mantras. You are so funny! Sometimes, facing choices, you just have to say 'no'. I do like the one that you said.....it won't be my last donut!

Tracey: I loved the pictures! Your boys look sweet!

I hope your weekend is good everyone!

Beth

 

[deekaypee]

Hellooooo, out there! It's nice weather here--sunny, but a bit on the cool side just the way I like it--so I've been trying to take advantage of such things. I'm sure you're all doing the same in your neck of the woods!

Beth: Holy cow! That's some result! I've requested Jillian's book from the library and think it will dovetail nicely with the 30-day shred that I plan to tackle come June. (How many Lean Meaners have done the shred DVD? I forget.) And you know my penchant for sodas, so a whole week without a soda earns you big, big bragging rights in my book. I'm sure you'll get back to double-dipping soon, but you've got your scheduled packed with games!

All other Lean Meaners! I hope you're having great weekends and new adventures!

As for me: An okay eating weekend, but not spectacular. We saw too many films this weekend, too much sitting. On the upside, we had a good bike ride today and it's the first time I've had it out this spring. (I know, I know, it's late in the season.) I can't really tell if the hills are easier for me, but I can say I'm not as freaked out by the urban traffic as I was last fall. That's very good news for me!

 

[deekaypee]

'Ohana Monday Mixer

"A good film is when the price of the dinner, the theatre admission and the babysitter were worth it." ~Alfred Hitchcock

By now, most of you have figured out I like movies. A lot. Perhaps an unhealthy amount. Nevertheless, I think it's fun to talk about movies, especially now that the summer season has started. Wolverine has been released, so has Star Trek, with many more big blockbusters soon to come.

So this week's mixer topic is, predictably enough, summer movies! The start of the mixer, posted on the 'Ohana thread, is here.

What summer movies are you looking most forward to, and why? Also, how do you like your summer movies?

Feel free to talk about how you choose your flicks: based on directors, your favorite movie star, a beloved genre? And what is your ideal movie experience? Midnight movies or matinees? Chain theaters or independents? Drive-ins? What about the movie-going extras? With or without snacks? Buttered popcorn or chocolate?

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Hey Lean Meaners!

Sorry I fell off the face of the earth. Too many threads and too little time

I had a pretty good weekend. I had a loss of .6, and I stayed on plan except for a clam plate and twizzlers. I confined it to one meal, so I guess I can live with it. I did all my workouts, so that's going well so far.

Debra -- The bike ride sounds good. I can't remember the last time I was on a real bike. I, too, am freaked by the urban traffic Thanks for all the suggestions. I'm partial to "Get thee behind me, Satan!", but I think I'd crack up every time I thought it. Maybe that's not bad...Beth has it right, I should just say "No", but I think I need something a little more motivating. I'm still working on it, I'll let you know what the big winner is. Great job on the pilates!

Beth -- What an incredible loss! Hang in there, the baseball shall eventually pass. I'm impressed with your double dipping. Did you realize you have become a role model?!

Ok, everyone have a great evening. Tomorrow is a rest day and I'm eating out for lunch, so I'll be extra careful around other meals. I also got a ton of tasks from my boss at 4:45 (can you believe that?!), so I probably won't get to DIS much tomorrow.

Maria

 

[deekaypee]

Okay, just a quick drive-by before I head to the 'Ohana mixer! Mondays are a squeeze for me these days, time wise.

Two things:

1) I finally figured out what was going on with my notifications--boy is my face red--and am now getting email updates on threads! The DIS is still slow for me, but getting email will allow me to read and prioritize my responses!

2) Maria: Why not use the word, "Why?" It might force you to consider what the temptation/craving/desire is, what's triggering it, etc. You know, self-examination? (See, I can be serious. )

 

[Creativebeth]

Wow, I didn't post yesterday. What's up with that? Busy day for the most part I guess, and now I have Nancy to talk too!

Maria: I don't know if I would call myself a role model.......but I have to say that I am pretty proud of all I have accomplished! I don't stop to think about it much though.....I have changed my whole lifestyle, and kept to it for a long time. In that, I am proud!

Debra: Your ride sounds successful! I am glad that the urban bike riding isn't freaking you out anymore!

AFM: Yes, baseball is really kicking my butt! But, looks like I have a break today! DS#1's game has been cancelled R/T the other team didn't have enough players for the game. So, it will be rescheduled. So, I will have Pump class tonight! I did get 4 miles in this morning!

Eating has been on the money. I am still missing my soda.....diet Coke is my friend! But, I committed to 2 weeks diet soda free.....so I will maintain! Eating the whole food thing is getting a little easier I guess. I have been happy with the scale success!

Beth

 

[Worfiedoodles]

Good Morning Lean Mean Brigade!

For some reason I feel guilty posting here on a rest day , but here goes!

Yep, I'm deliberately not exercising today, which feels weird but I know I have to do it. I totally burn out if I don't make myself stop periodically, so I'm actually doing a good thing, it's just hard to feel that way right now when all I want to focus on is downward movement on the scale.

Did anyone watch DWTS last night? I was disappointed in the freestyle routines. I was just expecting more dancing

Beth -- You should be proud, we are all certainly very proud of you! It is hard work to change how you eat and work out, and you have done a fantastic job, even with all kinds of stress and interruptions in your schedule.

Debra -- Well, you certainly hit the nail on the head, didn't you? "Why?" is certainly the ultimate question -- Why do I want to eat this? Why should I stop myself? Why not today? I think you have given me my word.

Howdy to all the other Lean Meaners!

Let's have a great losing day!

Maria

 

[Hockeychic]

Hi everyone!!!!!!!! Been away for awhile but now that the weather has turned nice in southern Ontario time to start some serious training and weight loss before Goofy in January Looking forward to catching up with everyone!!!!

 

[Creativebeth]

Good morning Lean Meaners! Wednesday already! Week is going by fast.

HockeyChic: Welcome Back! Nice to hear from you! Yes, the weather is turning around finally and I have enjoyed several nice runs! I think now it's supposed to be getting hot again. But I have enjoyed it up till now!

There seems to be a slow posting around here......has everyone gotten down to their ideal weight?????? I hate to be all alone here!

Maria: How was your day off yesterday? Sometimes it's the best thing to do for ourselves!

AFM: Well, I didn't get to Pump last night......my kids' baseball teams had a scrimmage with one another......but, I did get in a double dipping session yesterday! I did 9.25 miles yesterday! Not to shabby! I didn't run this morning......I was pretty tired since I did a total of 20miles since Sunday! I will try to fit in some miles before baseball tonight......I think the field they are at has a walking path around several fields. Might just get 3 miles or so in.

Eating is still going well, and I have maintained the 5 pound loss of last week. I think my body has been shocked by it, and still readjusting to it! I am thinner now than I have been before my marathon training in 2007. I am happy now, but I would loved to get off another 10 pounds at least!

Beth

 

[deekaypee]

Beth: Role model. Yes! For everything, but today I'm thinking about the Diet Coke. (Because I want one.) And adopting a healthier lifestyle is quite an accomplishment, one that I think is very hard to do in our culture, and I think you should be proud! Especially because you've got kids who are watching and learning, even if not consciously. And I think they're getting that message all the time--like maybe during their games.

Oh, and congratulations on hitting that weight goal! I know you want another 10, but what a milestone!

How IS Nancy, btw? She's posted on 'Ohana, and I know she's doing well physically and looking forward to her trip, so I assume things are good and she's glad to be back working and working with YOU.

Maria: How's the work situation? Still busy, busy, slammed busy? That's the kind of thing that always wreaks havoc with my days. Don't feel odd about posting on a rest day--I need that reminder (see below).

Kim: It's great to see you back here! And yes, Goofy training is right around the corner. for you and for me (with a little thrown in there, too).

Vicky: I believe you have a race coming up? Not this weekend but next? How's the taper coming? and if I have the date wrong and it's this weekend, GOOD LUCK and we want to hear all about the racing (yours, Dave's, Kim's, etc.--as well as your other non-work activities!

Everyone else! I miss seeing you!

As for me: Doing a bit of late spring cleaning, putting away my winter gear and pulling out the summer wear. Good news! I'm now (just) in the next size down. Bad news? That leaves me with at least another size--more likely two--to go. That's right folks, I gained that much weight from this point last year. Oh well, a pound at a time. I did pull out a smaller size pair of jeans as part of my accountability strategy. Yep, I buy my jeans in a 3-range size, too!

Stacked another workout in this week, making it 13 days in a row that I've done something cardio. My legs are really tired today, and my last few days have been lousy for exercising, so rest day tomorrow. I wish I had Beth's endurance, and I think I'm building more up, but today the knee let me know in no uncertain terms what was happening tomorrow. Or wasn't, as the case may be.

On the food side, it's a challenging evening. We're going out for dinner before we head to a movie (yes, I'm so predictable, but it's a showcase of animation!). And, of course, it's my favorite Thai place. Yummy, but oh so not good for me. I can hear the sweet siren song of friend Tofu calling my name. So I'll be planning and plotting to pick something tasty and low-cal! Or at least to control the portion monster that's been wanting to live with me recently. And NO movie goodies. Remind me tomorrow that I promised myself that.

 

[Creativebeth]

Debra: It's funny, there for awhile, I would feel the twinges and aches and think "maybe I should take a day off"........and didn't. Smart? No.......but I have to say I haven't noticed the twinges and aches so much anymore. My endurance is so much better! My 5 miler last night (outside in beautiful weather) was slow, but so enjoyable. I don't think that I used to enjoy the moment as much because I would feel wiped out. I don't feel like that anymore. My streak continues!

Looking back, maybe not such a great endeavor.....but I am really happy with things now. I feel stronger, and it translates nicely into real life. But, for all those following ****disclaimer***** take your rest days......don't be stupid like me! Something like "do what I say, not as I do!"

I also think my dietary changes are helping my endurance also. I have incooperated many more fruit, veggies, and whole grains than I have been eating before. I continue to eliminate the 'white' stuff though. I have felt a big difference in my energy levels since cutting the processed food too.

Jillian's advice is 'don't eat anything that doesn't grow from the ground, or had a mother'. I am trying really hard to stick with the advice. The only deviation is my continued use of SF jello. Can't seem to give that up yet. I continue to miss my diet Coke (and don't know how than that ban will last).

Thanks, Debra, for the encouragement......sometimes this is not the easiest thing to accomplish!

Beth

 

[Cindylou]

Hello Friends,

Back to work this week. The hardest part of vacation is getting back into the routine of work. I REALLY enjoyed my time off. I just need my DH to get a 50-60% raise so I can stay home all the time. That's not quite likely in this economy.

I ended up getting a chest cold last week which brought my cleaning, workouts and healthy eating all to a screeching halt. I always reach for the simple carb comfort foods when I'm not feeling well. I really should know by now that it doesn't help me get better faster and probably makes things worse. Some day I'll remember that.

Beth: Congrats on the continued workouts. It is a major accomplishment, and to not feel as many aches and pains is such a bonus. I finally got my copy of Jillian's book from my library. Holy Carp!! It has really scared me. I do almost feel like there's no way I can avoid all the garbage in our food and environment. I'm going to give it a try anyway. I'll finish reading the book first then try to start June 1st. It's amazing that you've lost 5 lbs already. I really think that's reason enough to stay off the diet coke. Good for you for staying with that one. I know how hard it is. I gave it up years ago when I was trying to get pregnant. That took several years, then I was pregnant or nursing for many years so all in all I didn't have one for 8 yrs. When I finally tried one again I was so disappointed that I had lost the taste for it. I'm sure I'm better off now, but nothing tasted as good as they used to. Huge congrats on getting back to your pre-marathon training weight.

Debra: Good luck with the Thai restaurant and movie theater tonight. You'll have to look back at all the good mantra suggestions you had for Maria to help when the popcorn starts calling you. I am going to use the "not the last donut" comment A LOT. Your June sounds like it will be quite productive with the Jillian Diet and 30-day Shred. I do have that DVD, but haven't done it much lately. I need to add it into the rotation with the Biggest Winner DVDs.

Kim: Welcome back. Good luck with your weight loss endeavors.

Maria: I hope you enjoyed your rest day yesterday. Didn't watch DWTS this time around, but seem to always be disappointed in the free-style dance. I like the more classic dances so much more. Did you watch BL finale last week? I was really routing for Tara, but can't take anything away from Helen, she was skinny. Really wish her daughter had done a bit better to make me feel better about her choice to go home and let her mother stay. I plan to go to the new Friendly Toast for lunch tomorrow. I've already studied the menu and think I'll go with an egg-white omelet. There really aren't very many things on their menu that are diet friendly. Even their salads look hi-cal. Congrats on your 0.6 lb weight loss. Every little bit helps. I started reading Beck Diet again. I'm not actually doing the exercises, but just reading. I think seeing all the positive suggestions will help motivate me a bit.

Tracey: Gorgeous photos. You are so NOT a drowned rat in that picture. Your boys are so handsome.

Vicky: Hope all is well.

I haven't done any exercise at all in an entire week because of this cold. I did get out today for an easy 5 mile run. It was so gorgeous outside today. Tomorrow morning will be my first attempt at trying to swim at 5 AM. I'll have to do that once a week in order to stick with my Tri-training schedule. I'm not sure I really want to do it, but will try to woman-up and get it done.

Have a great day everyone.
Cindy

 

[bunnyfoo]

Hi Lean Meaners! Sorry I've been MIA lately - lots of projects on the go!

Cindy - Sorry to hear about the cold! Hope you're feeling better soon! When I improve on my running, I'll attempt a tri... Good luck with your 5AM swim tomorrow Are you headed out to a gym/community center or do you have a pool? I always wish I had one...

Beth - Congrats on the all the lost weight this year! That will be my inspiration to start eating better next month. I like that quote you posted from Jillian. I still eat things that had a mother - that's a tough one for me.

Debra - I owe you an e-mail, I haven't forgotten! I wish I could get DF to run with me. I think it's something he's going to have to find the motivation (and time) for. But I'm hopeful one day I'm following Hal Higdon's 1/2 training plan. It doesn't feel like I'm tapering until next week. I still have a 12 mile LR on Sunday although I might change that. The race is on the 31st so I will definitely post about it Have fun tonight! And watch out for some of the Thai sauces - lots of sugar in some of them.

Kim - Isn't it about time we had some warm weather! Too bad it couldn't have started on the long weekend - but I'm not complaining. I'm happy if I can sit outside during lunch. Are you and Mike doing the Goofy or just you?

Maria - I've never followed DWTS but watch the odd episode here and there. I've always wondered if I took up dancing, could I get a bod that good. Too bad I have two left feet

Tracey - Love the pics and I didn't see a drowned rat at all.

AFM - Went to see Star Trek on Monday and avoided the popcorn and snacks. I have to say it wasn't easy because I think it's become a habit for me. I thought the movie was great and easy to follow (I'm not a Trekkie). I also liked the casting - I thought it was easier to focus on the story without a cast of really big stars. That J.J. Abrams really loves the time travelling/alternate universe plots, doesn't he?

Take care everyone!

 

[Creativebeth]

Vicky: You are supposed to eat things that had a mother! So you are cool!

Beth

 

[Hockeychic]

Hey Beth....congrats on getting to your goal weight that is so awesome!!!!!

Hi Vicky, Mike is doing the goofy as well. Are you going to marathon weekend this year?

Cindy: Hope you are feeling better!!!!

hi Debra!!!!!!

 

[bunnyfoo]

Morning Lean Meaners! Just checking in quickly before things get hectic!

Beth - Oh-no! I guess I read it wrong! I think I need more sleep

Kim - I've registered but haven't booked any hotel or flights yet. I noticed that Air Canada has a sale on flights until Dec 10th so dates for January will probably come up in a couple of weeks.

AFM - My sleep habits are starting to slip again. I'm going to try and get into bed earlier tonight. Oh! I finally remembered to bring my flaxseed with me to work. I put some into my oatmeal but I can't really say that I noticed it - I also put in blueberries and nuts.

Anyway, that's all for me! Have a great day everyone!

 

[Hockeychic]

Hey Vicky, no we haven't booked anything yet either...waiting for some cheaper flights.

Are we still on for next Friday night? Dave and Erica will be here Thursday night, we are also debating coming into the city Friday....did you want to meet for dinner if we do? Save you the trip north?

 

[bunnyfoo]

Hey Vicky, no we haven't booked anything yet either...waiting for some cheaper flights.

Are we still on for next Friday night? Dave and Erica will be here Thursday night, we are also debating coming into the city Friday....did you want to meet for dinner if we do? Save you the trip north?

I would totally be up for that!!

 

[Creativebeth]

Hey Lean Meaners! I guess I didn't get here to post yesterday......sorry! I am busy these days, and lose track!

Debra: I am so happy Nancy is back! Work just wasn't the same without her. She is doing awesome! She is really back to normal at work, though I want her to still take it easy. She is like superwoman......I can't imagine getting back to normal as easily as she made it seem. I know I wouldn't have been able to do it like she did. But work is pretty much back to normal now....not near as busy as it was while she was off......isn't that the way it always goes?

I am really looking forward to Chicago 1/2 marathon on August 2.....we are making it our vacation this year. We are stopping in Cinninati to see the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on the way out.

Kim: How's the weight loss going? I know that was part of your Goofy plan!

AFM: The baseball streak continues! Tonight is a game......but we are off till Tuesday then. I guess they were being nice to us, giving us the holiday weekend off!

I got myself into new numbers yesterday! But, I don't think I can really count it......it was after my run. I forgot to get on the scale before my 5 miler yesterday morning.......so I will see what it says today........

Beth