Welcome to the WISH Biggest Loser 7 Challenge

[MelanieC]

Yippee! I made #13 on the BL list! That's such a great motivation for me for keep this up until I'm at my goal weight. Thought I'd answer the "something most DISers don't know about me..." question. In October of 2007, we adopted two teenaged boys (age 13 and 15) from Russia, which changed our family size from a family of 5 to a family of 7. Our church sponsors their orphanage, and one of the boys was our "sponsor child." We had been writing to him (and then his brother) for about 4 years when I went on our church's bi-annual mission trip to their orphanage. I had been feeling for over a year that they were meant to become our sons, and going on the trip confirmed it for me. My husband finally got over his shock at this crazy idea of mine, and also began to feel that this was meant to be. After 2 trips to Russia in 2007, we brought them home that fall. Our already busy life has gotten even busier, but I wouldn't trade it for anything. It was such a joy to take them to WDW last June...we got to experience "the world" through their eyes and it was amazing.

Wow - what an amazing story. That is so awesome. I bet that was awesome watching it through their eyes. Just amazing!!

 

[MelanieC]

Ok - Guess what I did. You may need to sit down for this lol. I went downstairs and told DH that he needed to go pick up my DD16 from cheerleading. He said no, and then I told him he needs to support me so I can get back on track with exercise.

Then when he said yes, I went downstairs to my fridgid basement (wasn't bad once I got moving) and did the 4 mile Walk Away the Pounds for 60 minutes. Woo hoo! I even made sure I added arm movements most of the time.

Step one.......now I need to put the other foot in front of the other and do it tomorrow. I can do this.

 

[Eeyores Butterfly]

Sunday's Question of the Day: What is a non food reward you can give yourself when you make that first goal?

I think I'm going to buy a bouquet of flowers. They are frivolous, but its something I do sometimes in honour of my grandmother. I used to buy her flowers for no reason most of the time when I'd visit her. After she passed away, I told myself, that instead of buying for her, I'd buy them for me sometimes. She's been gone for 6 years now, but I still feel happy when I buy some flowers in her memory. So I hope to reach my first goal in 2 weeks and get the flowers on the kitchen table.

Monday Question of the Day: What is one positive change you can make this week?

This one isn't original, but like many others, I need to get to sleep earlier. I've gotten into the cycle of staying awake too late, and then tired all day. I've been sleeping in some on weekends, but that really isn't the same.



Is there someplace you like to go for a drive, that you don't often get time to? Get Bubba involved in your reward and pack a healthy lunch and go somewhere for a picnic to celebrate. Or since your jeans are your goal, take a picture wearing them when they are fitting good and put it up beside your goals at home. You could write on it "I did it! First goal reached"

It doesn't matter that it is frivolous! It is a reward! I think that the flowers sound like a great idea. It sounds like a great way to honor your grandmother.

Monday Question of the Day: What is one positive change you can make this week?

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Drink 8-8oz servings of water each day.

That will help with the COW too.

My positive change today is going to be drinking my water and writing it down along with journaling my food. I think this will help me see my times of the day when I eat more. Maybe it will help break some patterns.

That sounds like a great plan! There are many good food journals online if you want something with more bells and whistles, or you can just use a mini notebook.

Ok..had a very overindulgent weekend with the Eagles game and such. I was too tired this am...I'm not sleeping at night and getting up at 6am just didn't work today. Though this afternoon I came home from work and did 36 mins on the treadmill...2.07miles then I did 30mins on the wii...for a total of 66mins....and so far I have eaten correctly: oatmeal, yogurt snack, and water

I'm sorry that this weekend was tough and you aren't getting enough sleep, but GREAT JOB on sticking with the program anyway. It's one thing to stick with it when it is easy peasy, it's quite another when things are difficult. It shows that you are in it to win it!

I'm going to get back into exercise this week. I can do it, I know I can and I also know I love it. I just have to get moving a few times to remember

Why does exercise have to be a chore? Maybe you could start by finding something fun. Join a dance classk or take up martial arts. You could go mall walking with a friend and look window shop, or borrow a dog and walkt hte dog. Make it fun!

I am here to report the need for a booty kicking! I have really been finding it hard to be disciplined! Finally, all of the "bad" food is out of the house and I am working in earnest to get the fat off!!

The good news is I have a new incentive....we booked a Disney trip for early December and I refuse to go fat and out of shape!!!!

MONDAY QUESTION: Drink 2 Liters of water a day

I have been catching up on all of the posts and you all are giving me great motivation!! Keep up the good work!!

Consider your booty officially kicked! Say it with me, "I CAN AND I WILL BECOME HEALTHIER! I WILL NOT GIVE UP! I AM WORTH IT!"

Monday Question of the Day: What is one positive change you can make this week?

I'm going to try to work out a little more.

Good luck with working out. I know you can do it!

Well, so far so good. I've made it to lunch and am still OP. Did my 200 crunches set this morning. Planning to do a WATP tape as soon as I get groceries unloaded, but first lunch!!

The one positive change I can make this week is to wear my bopdybugg all week long. I love this thing! So far, it is like a beacon of hope for me.... I'm thinking I can do this.... I think I can, I think I can...........

Ooo, a BodyBugg. Please let us know how you like it!

It is for my TaeKwonDo testing. Every 3 months we test to promote to our next colored belt. right now I am a purple belt, in March I should test for Blue belt. Part of testing includes a certain time frame to stay in push up position (plank position). I think it will be 5 minutes. It is tough to do! anyone up for trying how long they can stay up in the plank position?

Sunday's Question of the Day: What is a non food reward you can give yourself when you make that first goal?[\QUOTE]

I really hadn't thought of any reward. I think I will just be so happy that just reaching the goal will be the reward itself. DH and I are trying to be careful of our spending and I don't want to really spend any money right now. Maybe a bubble bath... we'll see.





I think what I am going to work on is brushing my teeth before bedtime and then only drinking water. I usually would drink a diet soda right up until I turned off the lights. I think that would be another great thing to add to my positive changes I've made.

I have been doing pretty good. Really curbed my snacking as compared to pre- biggest Loser Wish round 7. I am so proud of that. I find myself craving the snacks, but since I am not "allowed" to have the chips for 100 days it actually helps me through this time. I am not tempted to just "have a little". I just can't have any. And any other snacks just don't seem worth it to me. and I am very commited right now, so I don't want to break that streak right now.

On Saturday we will be helping with my Mom and Dad's anniversary party and we have to bring the chips. that is going to be such a temptation!!! Maybe I'll ask DH or my sister to deal with the chips. In fact I think I will email my sister right now.

Have a losing day everyone!

A bubble bath sounds divine! I like how you are recognizing the steps you need to take to avoid temptation. Keep up the good work!

Sunday's Question of the Day: What is a non food reward you can give yourself when you make that first goal?

Not sure, I was sort of thinking that reaching my goal was the reward. However, after reading everyone's posts I think once I reach my goal I will go on a date with my husband.

Monday Question of the Day: What is one positive change you can make this week?

Once I get home from work I have a tendency to fall over and veg out in front of the televison. This week I will come home a be more active around the house. Even if it is just vacuuming or doing one more trip up and down the stairs. I need to create an active lifestyle. Bonus would be not having all the housework built up for the weekend.

A date with your husband sounds like a nice reward. I also like how you are being more active by incorporating little day to day activities. Those can make a huge difference!

 

[airtime247]

Wow, I'm struggling to keep up with all these posts! Great job everyone!

This week was a bit harder for me than last. My eating has been pretty good but I haven't had much energy for exercise. I'm still doing it but definitely not able to go 100%. I'd acually settle for 75% right now. I think most of it has to do with lack of sleep and stress from work.

I'll try to catch up on all the questions I haven't answered yet. My first initial goal is to lose another 7.8 pounds. That will take me to a major milestone for myself. My non-food reward will be to register for the 2010 WDW Marathon. I plan to have lost the weight and will be able to book it as of March 1.

One positive change I want to make this week is to get caught up at work so I don't feel as far behind and I'll stop struggling to catch up. With everything else going on in life, this is one less stress trigger I need!

Finally, something most people wouldn't know about me? You can probably tell from my avatar but I'm a roller coaster nut. I've been on over 200 different roller coasters in the U.S. and Canada. I haven't really been to any new parks since my DD was born but I plan to when she gets old enough to enjoy them with me. For now, I'm more than happy to take her to WDW and Disneyland every year. Tough consolation, huh?

-steve

 

[leamom2princesses]

Congratulations Losers! Wow as a group we lost well over 200 lbs. That is awesome.

I've been doing pretty good this week but that's because I have been tied up with auditors since Monday morning. So far so good on that front. I hope there are no surprises tomorrow.

As for something you may not know about me..

Well I'm farily new to DIS but I'm loving every minute of it. I'm a lurker for the most part. On a more personal note, my favorite hobby is cake decorating. I really enjoy making cakes for loved ones, coworkers, and friends. Another thing most may not know is that I'm an engineer. I love my job. I'm trying to figure out a profitable way to combine both passions. I'm open to suggestions...

Have a great evening everyone! Keep up the great work!

Leanne

 

[LuvBaloo]

This evening I discovered a downside to trying to drink more water. I left a glass of water near my laptop while I was doing my exercising. Unfortunately DD7 decided to try being an acrobat and kicked the water over, sending some over the running laptop I got it wiped up and it seems to be working okay other than the mouse part isn't working quite right, but a plug in mouse is working.

So leaving water by computers to go exercise is a bad idea in a house with kids. Lesson is learned.

And I did go fill up the water cup again to make sure I drank at least 8 cups today

 

[Eeyores Butterfly]

I'm watching world news while getting my dis time. Dr. Nancy Snyderman was just on NBC telling that the latest #'s are that 34% of people in US have BMI over 30 and are considered obese, while 32.7% are considered overweight. That translates to 2 out of 3 people are fat! She also said 33% of our children are in this same category. It is really sad if you think about it. My kids are very lucky cause they have their dad's genes and are naturally slim. If not, they would probably be in that 33% because I have taught them to love the same junk I do. But the good news is we all are making a change. I am buying less junk for the house so the kids also are forced to make healthier choices. Instead of chips, they get apples!

We should all be proud of ourselves for making these positive changes!

The statistics are sad aren't they? We can't change everyone else, but we can change ourselves, and the important thing is that by doing this challenge we have committed to making that change. It's great that you are involving your whole family in this. Have you thought about making baked apple chips for the kids? They are so good.

Sunday's Question of the Day: What is a non food reward you can give yourself when you make that first goal?

The non-food reward that I am going to give myself is a new sports watch. I need on that will help me with my intervals!

Monday Question of the Day: What is one positive change you can make this week?

I can start cutting out un-needed snack! I'll work to replace snaks with water or veggies

That sounds like a great positive change! If you need something with protein to tide you over you can always do a low-fat string cheese or something a handful of almonds.

LuvBaloo - glad you like the oatmeal!! I also like Fiber One's Caramel Delight cereal, I'll have that as a snack sometimes too. Yum!

Vija - I'm impressed! I think I could a plank for maybe 30 seconds, definitely 5 minutes if I had some pillows under me. Or a couch

Sunday's question: non-food reward...I really don't know. That's kind of sad isn't it? I don't want it to be monetary, we're really doing the whole Dave Ramsey thing...I'll have to think about that.

Monday: Positive change - since I found my pedometer I'll be walking around more at school. Today I walked 8500 steps, and I didn't even walk on the treadmill! I did break up a few trips at school, went to the office 4 times instead of combining into one, etc...it really added up! Of course now I'm hoping for a 2 hour delay for tomorrow.

Melanie thanks for posting the Oprah info on Erik, poor guy. That's a lot of pressure he'd been putting on himself. He needs to come here so we can give him some support!

Guys did I miss something, are we supposed to be reporting our Cows and if so how and where?

You report your COW to raen at the end of the week. Good job on the walking! It sounds like you already have a head start on the next challenge.

Hi, all! Glad to see everyone is still plugging along and survived the weekend!

Sunday QOTD: Not sure what my shorter term goal is, so I don't really have a reward for it. I am doing a challenge to buy myself a Wii Fit, but that will be more of a 6 to 8 week challenge.

today's qotd: I plan to get on track with my exercise!

Today was pretty good for me. I didn't exercise, but I did keep my eating under control. I went out for lunch w/ friends, but ate a turkey burger and salad instead of a reg. burger and fries

Have a Losing week everyone!!

Great job on making those food changes. It was nice that you were able to enjoy your time with your friends but still eat healthy.

Holy cow this thread moves quickly! We were out of town all weekend, but I'm cautiously optimistic that the scale will be kind this Friday. DD's first dance competition was a big success. I climbed so many flights of stairs running girls between dressing rooms and the stage that I think I made up for not having a scheduled exercise time.

Sounds like everyone is staying positive and is off to a fantastic week. Keep up the good work everyone!

Saturday's question of the day: What is your first goal you are reaching for? (A smaller step toward your ultimate goal). It can be a specific weight, clothing size, behavior change, whatever you want.

My first goal is just to be consistent with exercise and diet. I need to be doing some sort of physical activity every single day, and I've got to be conscious of what goes into my mouth. It takes 3 weeks to establish a habit, right? That means I'm slowly but surely getting there.

Sunday's Question of the Day: What is a non food reward you can give yourself when you make that first goal?

Let's see...after 30 days of consistent exercise and conscious eating I think I'll treat myself to a movie. The kids are in school all day, and my classes resumed this afternoon, so carving out a few hours with no homework and no obligations other than laughing will be a nice treat.

Monday Question of the Day: What is one positive change you can make this week?
I want to up my exercise some this week. I've started out rather slowly (30-35 minutes on the treadmill), so this week I'll push that to 45-60 minutes and possibly add some resistance training for my upper body.

I'm glad that your daughter did well at her competition! Good luck on the scale on Friday. I like your goal of slowly adding exercise in. Sometimes it's better to do small steps than try to do everything at once.

Aha! Got one early My name is Susan and I am a cataholic. I have 13 rescues all vaccinated/fixed, under control and loved. I used to volunteer everywhere which developed into said pride. I also trapped 3 of mine as kittens, and one just gave herself up to my husband in the same area about one step from death.
those who don't think cats can help you be more active has obviously never boogied to big band music with the cat teasers in the living room (add bubbles and balls and you have yourself a party). Also scooping 15 litter boxes twice a day doesn't actually kill you but make you stronger (if you do it right)

I love it! It's so nice of you to give all those cats a home. It is obvious that they are well loved.

Welcome aboard, you'll find lots of inspiration and motivation here.



In my free time (some weeks there isn't much of that ) I love to cross stitch and crochet.

That sounds like a fun hobby. Do you like to make anything in particular? (Like blankets?)

 

[Eeyores Butterfly]

Susan- I thought you said you were a CATHaholic.... not a CATaholic!!


I quilt and scrapbook. Some people know that, but most don't.

I had a MARVELOUS first day yesterday! This body bugg is really something else! By the time the day was over, I had burned about 100 more calories then I needed to to stay on track to lose 2 lbs. a week. I also had to walk 4 miles and do about 17 minutes of a BL exercise video, along with my daily "whatevers" to do that! AND..... I took over 12,000 steps too!! The BB even whistled a little victory song for me when I went over 10,000 steps!

I think today might be a tough day for me though..... day 2 is always hard.

GREAT! It's neat to hear that you are getting so much inspiration from your BodyBugg. I looked at one, but could not justify the cost.

Sad to report that yesterday afternoon was again out of control with food. I HAVE to get this under control. Exercise is no problem. did a watp tape and my ab stuff. It's just the FOOD!!!!!!!!!!!! AAAAAAARRRRRRRRGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Exercise is half the battle. You are getting there. Please don't beat yourself up. I know that you can do it, but it will take time to break old habits.

Thats a toughy. I don't think people is this forum know I am a scrapper. Every free moment is spent in my scrap room. Those that frequent the Creative Community know that though and a lot of Wishers are over there too.
I will have to think on that. I am really an open book, but maybe there is something.

That's really cool that you love to scrap. I love to as well, but I get so freaking anal retentive it takes me forever and I haven't had the time.

My parents are both from Latvia, they came over in 1950. I grew up in a 3 generational home (with my maternal grandparents), and LOVED that! From all of this I speak Latvian and continue many of the traditions that I learned from my parents and grandparents.


Interesting observation: I got called in last night, and got home a little before 1am. I was tired, but still "charged up" from work so I relaxed a bit in front of the TV. I was very hungry, had a small snack, and went to bed. This morning I found myself much more hungry than usual. I guess it is true that when you don't get all of the sleep your body needs, then it does crave food to compensate. At least I am not on call tonight, so I can watch BL and then hopefully sleep good!

That is so cool that you grew up with so many people in your household. I always thought it would be neat to be a multigenerational household, but my parents don't seem thrilled with that idea!

That is something...I am a princess. My great great grandfather was heir to the Lithuanian throne. His whole family was killed when Russia began conquering the area, but his nanny managed to smuggle him out of the area. He was the only one of his family to survive. It is sort of a family joke that if Lithuania decides to go back to monarchy rule, we are the first in line!

All hail princess Raen!

Quick pop in.

I know that this is early, but my WW class is on Tuesdays and I need to be consistent to be in control, and its working!

Down 3.6 pounds - and just since last Thursday with no real exercise.

Return to gym tomorrow night.

Have a magical losing day folks - will read and reply more later.

Linda

I worked out this morning and my arms feel like they are going to fall right off! I ate oatmeal for breakfast and vow to stay away from snack food today!

Tuesday Question of the Day: What is one thing you don't think people on the DIS know about you that you would like to share?
I am a coca cola addict! Thus, I am a participant of this thread.

The soda habit seems like the hardest to break. I swear they put nicotine in there or something!

Hello fellow BL7'ers

One of my goals for the 12 weeks is to journal all my food, no matter what it is I have eaten. This is hard for me because if I have a meal that I know is way over my points or I'm not sure what the points are I will falter on my journaling. Yesterday was one of those days. My DB was in town on a layover (he's an Amtrak engineer) and called to see if I wanted to have lunch.
"well of course" I said. And needless to say I chose with my stomach and not my head. But the good new is that I JOURNALED IT. at least the best I could by using the restaraunts website. I was over daily points, but thank goodness for those optional points. And I'm still OP. And it feels great.

Tuesday Question of the Day: What is one thing you don't think people on the DIS know about you that you would like to share?
I love to read western historical romance novels. And I love to bake. Cooking I like, but BAKING, now that I really love.

I hear you about journalling even when you are over. I did that this week, and it was so hard to force myself to be honest. I'm glad that you were able to stick with it.

I am working on our weekly recap to be published this afternoon when I get home. What a Great week 1 we have had.

Today is my trip to the buffet with ladies from church. We are celebrating a birthday and the birthday girl wants to go there. I am putting my plan in black and white and will return and report this afternoon.

1. start with a BIG healthy salad - I will bring my own dressing - I love my Catalina Free
2. No rolls or doughnuts
3. Have some baked fish
4. Have small portions
5. Stay in control
6. Don't eat anything you'll regret

I CAN do this. I will think of you all as I enjoy my meal. I WILL not come back ashamed of what I ate. I will make healthy choices there.

See ya later.

YES YOU CAN! We know that you can do it Brenda! We're rooting for you!

Awesome Brenda - you are right, you can do this, no problem.


Something about me? I like to sing and once sang Silent Night (Stille Nacht) in the church (in Austria) where it was written.

Have a magical losing day folks - and Brenda, I know you can DO IT -

Linda

That is so cool! That must have been quite an experience.

I have done pretty well so far with staying OP. I did go out last night with some girlfriends and I kind of induldged myself but the day before I didn't eat at all.....very stressful day I think I made up for it last night.

I need to be better about logging my water and staying on top of it. I have been drinking it just not been good about tracking it.

Today WILL be a better day for me food wise.....I have no leftovers from last night to indulge on....LOL!

As for today's question of the day.....

I worked for the Disney company for 5 years. I am very passionate about all things Disney......I am a collector of Disney wall art.....and my children are donned in Disney clothing almost too much!!

Have a great day ladies!

Good Luck Brenda at the buffet! You can do this.....can't wait to hear your great report when you get back!

Juanita

What did you do for Disney? I did 3 CP's with them down in Disney World. I figure it's a long shot we ran into eachother, but you never know.

MelanieC - thanks for the Oprah snips. I can totally relate to the hiding and fibbing on the weight. Two years ago when I dropped 80+ pounds I spent NYE wearing the much anticipated "little black dress" and I was on cloud 9. This year in my flannels I hid. BUT NO MORE!

What I want everyone to know is that I have done this before and I WILL do it again and it WILL be a permanent change. After going through one of the worst times in my life I am a new person. I get up every day grateful for the new day even if I know it is going to be a tough one! I am a newlywed and a first time grandmother, whew what a year 2007 was!! LOL!

The "diet" (hate that word but for lack of better) headaches have started but will subside in a couple of days. I got both liters of water down yesterday. Whoo Hoo!

We can ALL get healthy just focus on the positive. Every success no matter how small is HUGE!!

You are such an inspiration. I'm glad that you are joining us and are recommitting to a healthy lifestyle.

is this closed?

For me, going to the book store and just going through books is really a treat! Of course the closest one to me is Barnes and Noble, and if I'm not tempted to buy, I'm tempted by a Mocha Latte in the Cafe! Still, a hot tea and looking at the books in the comfy seats.....much more pleasant than the library!

That sounds like a great plan!

 

[Eeyores Butterfly]

I'm sorry I didn't get to all the posts. I will finsih catching up tomorrow. For now- it's bed time!

Tuesdays' QOTD: I skipped the last three years of high school. I went to 9th grade and then college. This tends to confuse people. My family lives in Missouri, and I started college in Virginia when I was 15, while all of my friends were sophomores in high school. I do not have a high school diploma or GED, but I do have a Bachelor's degree and in May will have a Master's. I went through the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted (PEG) at Mary Baldwin College. MBC is a "real" college. Out of 800 students, about 60 are PEGs at any given time. The only difference between us and the regular students is that we live in a special dorm our first year or two depending on the age that we start. We take all the same classes and have the same requirements as the trads. I ended up transferring out as so many girls do, but I loved it there and have never regretted it. People aske me all the time about things like prom, but honestly, you don't really miss something that you don't know. The whole high school thing is foreign to me, so all of that was never a big deal, and we had our own traditions.

Wednesday's QOTD: What is your motivation to lose the weight?

 

[AlreadyexcitedGrammy]

morning all -

Haven't really been on the boards but I have been working the WW plan. my motivation is - my clothes are tight! and we just had a wonderful dream vacation to Hawaii - I look at the photos and I all I "see" is the spare tire around my middle.............so - I am off to do a WATP walk and keep working the plan

 

[wdwmouse]

Good morning all,
Well, I'm having a good losing week, and I haven't even started exercising yet. I will, but just haven't jumped in. My 16 yr old DS is home with pneumonia, and it's finals week for him at school. We're a bit stressed.

My motivations are:
my "fat" clothes are tight (getting better, down 9.5 lbs since NYE)
I'm uncomfortable
I actually want to be in the photos from WDW with my family (I avoid cameras)
I just want to feel good.
Tired of being the "fat mom"

I'm realling hoping this is my year.
I don't post often, but I do read what everyone writes. Thanks to everyone for all the encouragement.

 

[Triton'sDaughter]

Good Morning!! Wow, keeping up these this thread is a challenge! Did y'all watch BL last night? I just wanted to say that I am not normally an emotional person....I don't cry easily. BUT when all of the finishers in the challenge went back down that steep grade to get Dan and encourage him up the "hill" I found myself in tears.

You all are my help up that hill - we are here to encourage each other up the steep grade to success!!!!

Here's wishing everyone a fab-u-lous day!! Stay OP! AND MOVE IT, MOVE IT, MOVE IT!!!


MY MOTIVATION - I have a closet full of NEW beautiful size 6 clothes that won't fit my size 18 body. My health, my 9 month old grandson, my wonderful new husband. I don't want to look like a matronly grandmother!! We haven't gone on our honeymoon yet, looking forward to that!! The list goes on and on!!

 

[TammyNC]

That sounds like a fun hobby. Do you like to make anything in particular? (Like blankets?)

I have crocheted several afghans, love to make dishcloths, snowflake ornaments, etc. I haven't done much lately because I've got two large cross stitch pieces going (one is Disney - Self Potrait) and a small piece as well.

I think it helps keeping my hands busy and I don't want to snack because I can't afford to get my fabric messed up .

WTG Matt on your great loss !! Everyone did great this week, our total as a group was awesome!!! I know we'll have another great week too.

The week is going good...eating under control, getting my water in and getting our walking in. Taking a day off today but will be back at it tomorrow. We may have to hit the mall for our walk the rest of the week as it is getting much colder.

Let's have a great day...make smart choices and stay in control.

 

[TammyNC]

Wednesday's QOTD: What is your motivation to lose the weight?

To feel and move better is one thing, I also have a few more WDW shirts that I can't wear but it is getting closer. I got to wear a a few of them on our last trip and it felt great.

 

[zacno]

Hi everyone!
I figured I'd introduce myself, joined the other day so this Friday will be my first weigh in. Tonight though will be my first WW weigh in, I'm actually looking forward to it.
I need to lose over 100 lbs but taking it one day at a time. Hope everyone has a great day.
Lisa

 

[karebear1]

GREAT! It's neat to hear that you are getting so much inspiration from your BodyBugg. I looked at one, but could not justify the cost.

I know - they really are pretty expensive, but for me, I had to do it. I'm pretty desperate at this point, and anything I can do to promote a sense of accomplishment is what I need to do. My Dr.'s are recommending weight loss surgery if I can't get this weight off- and I don't want to go to that extreme. Due to several health issues, this has literally become a life or death issue for me. If I can lose any weight, several of those health issues could be gone, but there is one that will remain with me even when I do lose this weight. I need to be in the very best state of health I possibly can be at all times and having this little thing attached to my arm has become a big help to me. It's a constant reminder of what I need to do to get to where I'm need to be and tells me exactly what I need to do to get there. I push myself to do it, because I know what it is I have to do.

This is really difficult for me. This has completely taken over my life. Losing weight is a VERY slow process for this ol' body of mine. It took me 9 months of working with a dietician and training for the half marathon to lose 20 lbs. a few years ago. It is a constant battle, and I get frustrated and discouraged a lot, but, I'm just gonna do what I have to do to keep on keepin' on. What else is there but that?

Tuesdays' QOTD: I skipped the last three years of high school. I went to 9th grade and then college. This tends to confuse people. My family lives in Missouri, and I started college in Virginia when I was 15, while all of my friends were sophomores in high school. I do not have a high school diploma or GED, but I do have a Bachelor's degree and in May will have a Master's. I went through the Program for the Exceptionally Gifted (PEG) at Mary Baldwin College. MBC is a "real" college. Out of 800 students, about 60 are PEGs at any given time. The only difference between us and the regular students is that we live in a special dorm our first year or two depending on the age that we start. We take all the same classes and have the same requirements as the trads. I ended up transferring out as so many girls do, but I loved it there and have never regretted it. People aske me all the time about things like prom, but honestly, you don't really miss something that you don't know. The whole high school thing is foreign to me, so all of that was never a big deal, and we had our own traditions.

Wow! That's pretty impressive! So- what are you majoring in?

Good Morning!! Wow, keeping up these this thread is a challenge! Did y'all watch BL last night? I just wanted to say that I am not normally an emotional person....I don't cry easily. BUT when all of the finishers in the challenge went back down that steep grade to get Dan and encourage him up the "hill" I found myself in tears.

You all are my help up that hill - we are here to encourage each other up the steep grade to success!!!!

Here's wishing everyone a fab-u-lous day!! Stay OP! AND MOVE IT, MOVE IT, MOVE IT!!!


MY MOTIVATION - I have a closet full of NEW beautiful size 6 clothes that won't fit my size 18 body. My health, my 9 month old grandson, my wonderful new husband. I don't want to look like a matronly grandmother!! We haven't gone on our honeymoon yet, looking forward to that!! The list goes on and on!!

Last night's show was terrific! I was really inspired by the teams and how they reached out to each other. I need pep talks like Dan got last night!!

ANd........

My motivation right now is to fit comfortably into my size 18 clothes! I was in a 22-24, but am now in a 18-20, I just wanna be in an 18 by the time this challenge is over.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[Debbie]

This body bugg is really something else! By the time the day was over, I had burned about 100 more calories then I needed to to stay on track to lose 2 lbs. a week. I also had to walk 4 miles and do about 17 minutes of a BL exercise video, along with my daily "whatevers" to do that! AND..... I took over 12,000 steps too!! The BB even whistled a little victory song for me when I went over 10,000 steps!

Karen, welcome home! And congratulations with all of the work with the Bodybugg. It sounds like a cool motivator!

Ok - Guess what I did. You may need to sit down for this lol. I went downstairs and told DH that he needed to go pick up my DD16 from cheerleading. He said no, and then I told him he needs to support me so I can get back on track with exercise.

Then when he said yes, I went downstairs to my fridgid basement (wasn't bad once I got moving) and did the 4 mile Walk Away the Pounds for 60 minutes. Woo hoo! I even made sure I added arm movements most of the time.

Step one.......now I need to put the other foot in front of the other and do it tomorrow. I can do this.

Good for you, Melanie! We CAN do this!

Wednesday's QOTD: What is your motivation to lose the weight?

I want to feel like it is not an effort to move or to walk up the stairs. I've done it before, and I need to do it again. I remember the days of bouncing up and down those stairs. Huffing and puffing is no fun. And even a bit scary sometimes!

 

[Debbie]

I know - they really are pretty expensive, but for me, I had to do it. I'm pretty desperate at this point, and anything I can do to promote a sense of accomplishment is what I need to do. My Dr.'s are recommending weight loss surgery if I can't get this weight off- and I don't want to go to that extreme. Due to several health issues, this has literally become a life or death issue for me. If I can lose any weight, several of those health issues could be gone, but there is one that will remain with me even when I do lose this weight. I need to be in the very best state of health I possibly can be at all times and having this little thing attached to my arm has become a big help to me. It's a constant reminder of what I need to do to get to where I'm need to be and tells me exactly what I need to do to get there. I push myself to do it, because I know what it is I have to do.

This is really difficult for me. This has completely taken over my life. Losing weight is a VERY slow process for this ol' body of mine. It took me 9 months of working with a dietician and training for the half marathon to lose 20 lbs. a few years ago. It is a constant battle, and I get frustrated and discouraged a lot, but, I'm just gonna do what I have to do to keep on keepin' on. What else is there but that?

Last night's show was terrific! I was really inspired by the teams and how they reached out to each other. I need pep talks like Dan got last night!!
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Karen, we must have been posting at the same time. I've highlighted the two comments that struck home with me. It is so frustrating to see the scale up 2.1 down .5 up .2 down 2.7 up 1.9. . . . on and on.

I can see where this BL is really geared for people losing weight at home. Having the cameras with the 'at home' partners is a great idea. What a decision those people had to make last night. And didn't Jerry look good at the end? Fingers crossed that he keeps up the good work and good health!

 

[karebear1]

Debbie- my scale just plain doesn't move! Well..... that's not exactly true. It does move up, and then back down to my set point weight. But rarely beyond that for me. I'm glad I ahve someone to commiserate with- You're always there for me Debbie!!

My motivation for losing weight???? My health issues. They are really almost more then I can handle at times and I just don't want to be thinking about them for the rest of my life- which is exactly what will happen if I don't take care of them now.

 

[mikamah]

Good morning everyone, and a Big Congratulations to all our big losers, and to all of us for being here, and making healtier choices.

I'm sorry I don't have time to read every post, but it's great to see the support that is here. I'm going to try and get back on tonight after I pack and catch up. We are off to wdw in the am and I weighed in early and am down 2.2 this week, so I'm excited. I'm hoping the walking in wdw will counteract the eating I'll be doing on the dining plan. My plan is to drink plenty of water, and not to eat any fried foods. I gotta have a few mickey bars. My worst time of day is the late evening grazing that I do, but in a hotel, with just my son, I won't be able to go out and buy any junk, so I'm hoping that will help me. When I get back, I'm going to get right back on program, and I won't continue in vacation mode like i have done in the past.

Wednesday's QOTD: What is your motivation to lose the weight? My son is my main motivator. I want to be active and involved in his life, and sad to say, I don't want to be like my mom. She has multiple health problems, many related to obesity and a sedentary lifestyle, and I do not want to be a burden to my son as I grow older. MY daily reminder is my scrub pants that I wear to work every day. They are tight in the tummy, but I threw out all my larger sizes when I got into these, but I was about 10 pounds lighter when I bought them. I will not buy another size, so I need to stick with this before I split my seams.

Have a wonderful, losing week everyone!!
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