When Did I Get Voted Off of Skinny Island & Why is This Fat Shadow Stalking Me?

[dislvr74]

I'm getting a great reward for dragging my butt out of bed and doing 10 miles yesterday. My SIL is in labor with my newest niece or nephew. Now I can go visit him/her this weekend without worrying about getting in a long run. If I had skipped it, that would have been my last chance to do 10 miles and who really wants to run 10 miles when there is a baby to hold instead? I'm super excited because she wasn't due until March 1st and I was just sure she was going to end up having that baby while I am at WDW.

 

[luvsJack]

I'm getting a great reward for dragging my butt out of bed and doing 10 miles yesterday. My SIL is in labor with my newest niece or nephew. Now I can go visit him/her this weekend without worrying about getting in a long run. If I had skipped it, that would have been my last chance to do 10 miles and who really wants to run 10 miles when there is a baby to hold instead? I'm super excited because she wasn't due until March 1st and I was just sure she was going to end up having that baby while I am at WDW.

Awwww. Babies are life's best rewards!

 

[luvsJack]

She(my pastor) has done WW for years. She totally understands the "turning to food" thing. She admits it. Maybe I should put my Bible in the pantry? or the fridge? Cabinet? I might have to buy more Bibles! Maybe I should just use your idea and place a note reminding not to turn to food...

Yeah. I will have to stick with the notes too. I would have to buy several Bibles to put in all the places I look for food!

 

[Mndisneygirl]

Wow everyone! Thanks for so much helpful information. I feel very stagnant today even though I spent a lot of time exercising yesterday. My weight seems to go up and down the same three pounds. When I hit 5 pounds I will be thrilled! I'll know then that I'm really on the path to lower weight.
Yesterday I went with my daughter's girl scout troop and went snowshoeing and walking around the campground in the snow. I'm so sore today!!!! It feels good though. Unfortunately, they had rotten lunch food - hot dogs and chips. I did eat the carrots, and did not eat the chips. Oh and there was a cookie. I ate that.

I think I'm doing okay with food. eating more veggies and healthy stuff. I gave up soda for lent (I didn't drink a ton of it, and usually diet, but figured it would help me out). Now I need to up the activity level. The weather's been pretty decent, so I'm hoping to get out walking the dog more.

For those looking for a "healthier" way to get a bit of chocolate - I've bought Luna bars and they are really tasty! They're made for women and have a balance of protein, fat and carbs. If I have those, I don't tend to eat much other sweet stuff.

Okay - gotta go work on my everlasting TR!

 

[loonieroonie]

Hi All! I have been MIA lately, busy with work and no time for DIS .

 

[luvsJack]

Well, its the end of Monday and I am right proud of me!!

Dd and I went to the track this afternoon and I walked a mile and a half, dd rode her bike that same distance.

I stayed within all my goals for food. Supper was one soft, chicken taco (added lettuce and tomato) and a few baked corn tortillas chips with homemade salsa.

For dessert I had a Luigi's Italian Ice, Cherry flavored. Fat free and very few calories.


Hope everyone else had a great day and looking for a great one tomorrow!!

 

[o2cre8]

had such a busy day. didn't even reach 1000 of my 1200 calories that i think i'm supposed to have. Usually i'd have no prob going over that amount though. just oddly, i'm not hungry and isn't it too late at night to eat anyway (11:45)went to gym too (amazing kick boxing that i love).....

i bought a giant bottle of water b/c one thing i noticed so far is i'm definitely not drinking my 8 cups a day.

I just wish i'd loose weight, but i still feel like i have no clue what i'm doing. If i ever find more time, i'm gona check out all the sites that were posted. sounds so good, if only i had time and energy...........

 

[o2cre8]

ooops 10:45 now not 11:45. also, so stressed, babysitter failed to show and til a found someone else made me so late to my class. normally i eat when stressed, just didn't even have food on me. ate regular dinner at 8:30ish after i got home and kids settled . I guess i was full????????

 

[OhioDisneyLover]

- 1.6 for me yesterday!!

This is so dang hard to do!

 

[Jasperann]

- 1.6 for me yesterday!!

This is so dang hard to do!

Congrats! BTW nothing worth doing is easy. At least that is what my mom always told me.

 

[ancestry]

Good Morning Everyone!

I didn't have a chance to fully report in yesterday. I haven't lost any weight yet but then again I didn't start my new lifestyle until Thursday of last week so I didn't have a full week. However I believe I lost some inches between my waist and chest.

I didn't exercise over the weekend since I was traveling but did good with my eating. I managed eating out fairly well.

Yesterday I went to the gym and did my thing. Before I even realized it I had spent three hours at the gym. I did 30 minutes on the treadmill, 30 minutes on the ArcTrainer, and 30 minutes on the stationary bike. Between those three cardio activities I burned close to 671 calories. I then did a full set of weight training after that but have no idea how many calories the weight training burns.

I have to say I feel so much better. I really dislike exercising but feel so much better when I do it. I also realized yesterday that I am definitely addicted to endorphins. Once they kick in I don't like to stop exercising. I still haven't figured out if that is a good thing or a bad thing.

I'm hoping to get back to the gym this morning but today will only be cardio as I can only do the weight training every other day. I really should probably stay home and clean my house instead.

 

[Dizneydawn]

This reminds me of an old Rosanne episode where Rosanne is fighting w/ Jackie about her drinking. Jackie turns to her and says, "Have another shot of pancake." What a statement. Never thought I would be quoting the Rosanne show!

I remember that eppisode! There is so much truth in great comedy!!

Lost 0lbs again this week.
Keep your chin up! Make a plan!

If I had skipped it, that would have been my last chance to do 10 miles and who really wants to run 10 miles when there is a baby to hold instead?

Post a picture! So exiting!!

The weather's been pretty decent, so I'm hoping to get out walking the dog more.
Amen on the weather warming even with a few feet of snow on the ground!!!
For those looking for a "healthier" way to get a bit of chocolate - I've bought Luna bars and they are really tasty!

I will have to try those!!

I took the boys to the zoo yesterday and we were there for several hours, and walked the whole zoo. I was not exhausted by the end of the day. Last year I was miserable by the end of it. So, I feel good about that!

You should! This is not about getting to Skinny Island and just making it to the beach! This is about being healthy and exploring that life there. Enjoying it!!!

Well, its the end of Monday and I am right proud of me!!

Great job on all of it!! For both you and your daughter!!

i bought a giant bottle of water b/c one thing i noticed so far is i'm definitely not drinking my 8 cups a day.

That is a really good start!! Water will help!

- 1.6 for me yesterday!!

This is so dang hard to do!

Hi! I got your pm...can you send me what your current weight is? I want to make sure I have it right with last week plus this week! Great Job!!

 

[Dizneydawn]

Good Morning Everyone!

I didn't have a chance to fully report in yesterday. I haven't lost any weight yet but then again I didn't start my new lifestyle until Thursday of last week so I didn't have a full week. However I believe I lost some inches between my waist and chest.

:

Great start! I don't think I have any stats for you - either starting weight or any measurements. If you want o - you can just post weight lost or I am keeping track of all the exact details on a spread sheet as well.

If you would like to send me them - send to Dizneydreamz@yahoo.com

Thanks!

 

[gellybean]

I had a minor victory yesterday that I was proud of!!

My sister texted that she was sick and couldn't work out. The old Aimee would have taken that as an excuse and stayed home.

Not this time, bucko!


I went all by myself for the entire hour. I did the warm up, 25 mins of weight training and 30 mins on the bike, alone.

Yes, time crawled more than if she'd been there, but I did it!!

I weighed less last night than I did this morning. Something is going on. I'm trying to lay off salt and drink more water. I am hoping it has to do with my cycle.

I have done this in the past, not lost, even gained and then lost way too much for a one week total, so it's like my body finally adjusts or something. I dunno.

I'm hoping that's what is happening this time.

I tracked EVERYTHING yesterday, even my water and activity points earned back.

I made spaghetti last night with whole wheat pasta, and 95/5 ground beef and measured out my portions!



We're on our way, one baby step at a time!

 

[dislvr74]

My SIL had a healthy baby girl last night! I'm so excited to see my new niece!

I weighed less last night than I did this morning. Something is going on. I'm trying to lay off salt and drink more water. I am hoping it has to do with my cycle.

I'm having the exact same issue this morning!

 

[njtinkmom]

I did it!! I went back to the gym last night, I had not been there since September::! I did 30 minutes on the treadmill, and some of the machines. I could not remember any of the routines I used to do - they are big on resistence training vs machines. Anyway, I started talking a trainer and asking her questions - the 1st thing she says is to go on Sparkpeople - of course I tell her I did that already (thanks Dawn!) and then she says she can tell I am motivated. I told her I did not care for the last trainer I had and that I still had 2 sessions left. She then asks me if I would like to train with her and that she would give me 2 FREE sessions in addition to the ones I had paid for. She must have felt bad for me given my current state of fatness! So when we went to schedule my first session she found out that I actually had 3 sessions left which now gives me 5!! I start my first one tonight at 7p and yes I am scared she is gonna kick my booty!! But then again that is what I need - wish me luck!

 

[Dizneydawn]

2nd week Update! I am adding the totals from your original weight so if you gained one week - you still may be up from your original weight even if you posted a loss in the week.

Dis Name..... Name..... wk 1..... wk2
Dizneydawn..... Dawn..... up 2..... -4.2
Grumpyyoungguy..... Dan..... up 4.6..... No Scale
Stitchfan23..... Heather..... -1..... -6.1
Jasperann..... Amy..... -4..... -6.6
Stacybaeasm..... Stacy..... -2.6..... Disney
MulanUSAF..... Leen..... .....X.....-4
Shannn..... Shannon..... up 0.5..... X
gellybean..... Aimee..... same..... up 1.2
askelton..... Angela..... X.....X
Leash..... Alicia..... -1..... -2.5
disneediva..... Wendy..... Starting..... X
gbanshee ..... Gina ..... -1.5..... up 0.1
LeenK..... Kathleen..... X.....X
Tigger55..... Suzi..... X.....X
MNdisneygirl..... Sheree..... up 2..... up 1.5
Millie12591..... Camille..... X.....X
dislvr74..... Meghan..... -1.5..... -2
lonnieroonie..... Erean ..... Same..... Same
MelanieC..... Melanie..... x..... x
luvsJack..... Sharon..... -1..... -1
TB'sWidow..... Mary ..... up 0.5..... -0.4
2excited2sleep..... Christine..... x.....x
tiggerplus5..... Linda..... -0.5.....x
njtinkmom..... Gina..... -1.5..... -3
littlepeppers..... Jennifer..... Same..... Same
PixiePlanner..... Jessica..... -1..... -2
acejka..... Anna..... -0.4..... X
OhioDisneyLover..... Sophia..... -0.5..... X -2.1
Shellabell..... Michelle..... Starting..... -0.7
Crystal0608..... Crystal..... X.....X
o2cre8..... x starting..... -1
ski_mom..... Becky..... starting..... -1
eliz991..... Elizabeth ..... Disney..... gained 3.6
ancestry..... x.....Starting.....X
SunnyB1066..... Sunny.....Starting.....X
connorlevismom.....kristine.....x.....starting

16.5 Lost first week Total! 35.6 Lost 2nd week Total!!

 

[eliz991]

OMGosh! How are you actually thinking about exercising and not laid up in bed with pain pills after doing that????? I dislocated my knee Dec. 2008 and then had surgery on it last March and when it went out I was on major drugs and then in an imobilizer for a month and it still isn't all the way better even now. I am still afraid of it ever happening again but you are like "no big deal", I am in awe.

Well, I've done it a lot - my kneecaps aren't in the right place. The ligaments are too tight or something and it moves them to the side, which makes my whole knee joint unstable. Prior to knee surgery I wasn't even aware that you were supposed to be able to wiggle your kneecaps around with your hand. (Okay, how many of you just reached down and wiggled your kneecap? ) I had a lateral release (surgery) on my left one, which was worse, 5 years ago but I don't know that it helped much. I guess I don't slip it all the way any more? When it used to happen, I would fall. Now I don't fall but I tensed up to catch myself and now it is sore.

It's one reason I need to get the weight off, it is hard on my knees. When I had surgery at 35 my surgeon told me he had 70 year old patients with better knees than me! I didn't tell him but I thought, "guess that's what weighing 300 pounds does to your knees...." My knees would have been bad anyway due to the kneecap thing but being so heavy in my 20s didn't do them any favors.

Anyway - I may not exercise today as it is still really sore but it's been almost 3 weeks since I've seen my trainer so I told him I would be there tomorrow if I have to work out on one leg! (In reality we will just concentrate on upper body I'm sure.)

My SIL had a healthy baby girl last night! I'm so excited to see my new niece!

I'm having the exact same issue this morning!

Congrats on your new niece! How exciting!

I used to weigh myself every time I walked by the scale but it made me crazy - finally my DH hid the scale from me for a month or two and now I only weigh in once a week. Even every day can give me a false sense of security because I am one of those people whose weight jumps around a lot. And if I am down on Tuesday I think "oh I am doing good even though I ate that cookie, guess I can have another one."

 

[luvsJack]

I had a minor victory yesterday that I was proud of!!

My sister texted that she was sick and couldn't work out. The old Aimee would have taken that as an excuse and stayed home.

Not this time, bucko!


I went all by myself for the entire hour. I did the warm up, 25 mins of weight training and 30 mins on the bike, alone.

Yes, time crawled more than if she'd been there, but I did it!!

I weighed less last night than I did this morning. Something is going on. I'm trying to lay off salt and drink more water. I am hoping it has to do with my cycle.
I have done this in the past, not lost, even gained and then lost way too much for a one week total, so it's like my body finally adjusts or something. I dunno.

I'm hoping that's what is happening this time.

I tracked EVERYTHING yesterday, even my water and activity points earned back.

I made spaghetti last night with whole wheat pasta, and 95/5 ground beef and measured out my portions!



We're on our way, one baby step at a time!

One of the (many) diet programs I tried had a suggestion for when you think you are retaining fluid or have eaten a lot of salt; drink warm lemon water. Just heat some water and add the juice of one lemon and I added a packet of splenda to help the taste. It really does help the fluid retention. In fact that diet program (I think it was LA Weightloss) suggested that you drink a cup the night before every weigh in so that you would get your actual weight. I don't drink it before I weigh in but do drink some when I feel bloated due to my cycle.

 

[ancestry]

Originally posted by luvsJack
drink warm lemon water. Just heat some water and add the juice of one lemon and I added a packet of splenda to help the taste. It really does help the fluid retention.

I totally agree! This does really help. Thanks for posting this as I used to do this but had forgotten about it.

16.5 Lost first week Total! 26.5 Lost 2nd week Total!!

Congratulations everyone! That is pretty darn amazing! Keep up the good work.

Originally posted by njtinkmom
I did it!! I went back to the gym last night, I had not been there since September::! I did 30 minutes on the treadmill, and some of the machines.

Congratulations. That is awesome. Sometimes that fist step is the most difficult.