Healthy Weight Loss

[Novelafemme]

I lost weight while in Africa but only because I discovered that the chicken I was eating wasn't truly chicken, but rather a Ghanian delicacy known as grasscutter. :blink:

[girl_dee]

I lost weight while in Africa but only because I discovered that the chicken I was eating wasn't truly chicken, but rather a Ghanian delicacy known as grasscutter. :blink:

oh MY.

i once read a book about a woman who grew up in Africa as a Nomad in a large family, camel milk was the once a day meal. In the States, weight loss was something she was baffled about. She said if you wanna lose weight, spend a week in Africa.

[Novelafemme]

oh MY.

i once read a book about a woman who grew up in Africa as a Nomad in a large family, camel milk was the once a day meal. In the States, weight loss was something she was baffled about. She said if you wanna lose weight, spend a week in Africa.

We were in the Central Region, so no camels for us. They do have a ton of goats but only used them as meat sources. I asked our translator why they didn't milk them and he said they have no way to refridgerate the milk. I think it was more cultural than anything.

We ate a lot of rice, boiled root vegetables and plantains. STARCH CITY!!!

[WingsOnFire]

I just started following the Live for Health book by Joel Fuhrman M.D. which basically increases your consumption of fruits and vegetables while reducing animal products as much as possible.

For my first week I really enjoyed the change. I dm still working on getting used to eating salads atleast twice a day. They have a wonderful Tex Mex salad at work and that has helped. I'm looking forward to a change in my health and my weight.

This morning I decided to walk to my doctor appointment that was about ten mins away. Baby steps is working for me.

[thedivahrrrself]

We were in the Central Region, so no camels for us. They do have a ton of goats but only used them as meat sources. I asked our translator why they didn't milk them and he said they have no way to refridgerate the milk. I think it was more cultural than anything.

We ate a lot of rice, boiled root vegetables and plantains. STARCH CITY!!!

Where did you visit? I am hoping to explore the Great Rift in the next few years.

[Novelafemme]

Where did you visit? I am hoping to explore the Great Rift in the next few years.

We were in Mankesim, Ghana, along the coast. I'm not sure where the Great Rift is but I do know they call Ghana the tourist's Africa since it is a good place for novice travelers to begin. :)

It's pretty incredible if you do go! Take lots of pictures!

[goodlilfemme]

anything is good to do if your trying to loose weight . one thing i do is walk down hill for about 2 miles on a nice day after work . the other thing i do is drink lots and i do mean lots of water . i probably drink 3 liters a day maybe more but just remember water is your friend . i also eat several small meals a day . i've noticed my weight isnt going up but right now staying the same which is a start in the right direction . anything helps . i have noticed my clothes getting looser so maybe im loosing some but i'd say one of the most important things is to feel good about what your doing and focus on what is working and feels good .
Tommi thanks for the additional info on the BMI. I'm not and never will be a huge proponent of using this scale but I am a nutrition wonk and LOVE learning new things!

[DamonK]

I semi/sorta follow the diet MBE does.

Um. I try to. Somewhat.

I get a fair amount of physical activity daily, therefore I keep dropping weight.

My clothes that were hemmed a year ago are too big now. Way too big.

Last night I put on a button down that is now perfect on me, and 3 months ago it was way too tight.

I've no idea what I weighed when we moved to OR. I've no idea what I weigh now.

I just know my clothes are too big and that makes me happy.

[Soon]

Since Thursday, I've abstained from potatoes, rice, pasta and bread.

No exercise (yet). I can already feel a bit of a difference in how my jeans are fitting. The first few days were rough, but it IS getting easier as the days have gone by.

I think I'll keep it up for awhile and add some exercise (btw, I've heard great things about Jillian Michaels' Thirty Day Shred video).

[thedivahrrrself]

I'm now down 14 pounds in the last month. YAY! Thanks be to ME, of course, my dogs for wanting to walk all the time, a sweet someone who is always encouraging me along, and my awesome friend JAGG!

[thedivahrrrself]

I'm now down 14 pounds in the last month. YAY! Thanks be to ME, of course, my dogs for wanting to walk all the time, a sweet someone who is always encouraging me along, and my awesome friend JAGG!


This brings my total weight loss for the last 9 months to about 40 pounds. :)

[Thinker]

I'm now down 14 pounds in the last month. YAY! Thanks be to ME, of course, my dogs for wanting to walk all the time, a sweet someone who is always encouraging me along, and my awesome friend JAGG!

That is so awesome! Way to go!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope I can get at least 8 out of my latest efforts.

[girl_dee]

Weighed in this morning, down 2.5 from a week ago! Still not a great overall loss because i was up and down but hey i'll take it!

[PinkieLee]

This brings my total weight loss for the last 9 months to about 40 pounds. :)

WOOHOOOOOOOO Congratulations :) Keep up the great work my friend!

[canmarielan]

I see everyone is werkin hard!

I LOVE reading how much support and love we all share.

I LOVE you guys.

[Tawse]

I started (again.. maybe I should just say refreshed lol) my journey on May 7th... Since then I've lost 13 pounds (as of this morning). But this time I'm doing it the way I did it the time I lost 100 pounds.. "real" food, exercise... no short cuts as it were. Lots of fruits and veggies, lots of small meals instead of hording calories so I can have a big meal later (that usually ended up consisting of something starchy and high in sodium). Plain ole - counting calories. It's what works for me.

On May 10th in 30 minutes I biked (Stationary) 7.1 miles on a course set to intensity 3 and my avg heart rate at the end was 142.

Last night - same course, same time - intensity increased to 5... I did 7.6 miles and my average heart rate was only 134.

Loving it right now! Hoping I can maintain the motivation when something plateaus - I know I can't keep improving everywhere - I just hope to continue to improve in at least one spot at all times - to keep the motivation going.

[JAGG]

I'm now down 14 pounds in the last month. YAY! Thanks be to ME, of course, my dogs for wanting to walk all the time, a sweet someone who is always encouraging me along, and my awesome friend JAGG!

So proud of you! You rawk! Keep up the good work.

[sylvie]

It's been an emotional couple of weeks for me..Good & bad.
Losing my grandmother to lung cancer, it's tearing me up inside..
But the good emotional part of my week, is the changes in me..

i'm on day 4 of my running program.. i'm getting extremely emotional after a run, that runner's high and just thinking back to one year ago and the difficulties i had, and the changes in my health losing 100 lbs has brought me so far..

So finally, this week has been one of self motivation, strength building & staying on track, despite the hard & challenging things going on in life.. So i'm proud of me for that, because i can't tell you how many times i have eyed something i shouldn't have, and wanted to get that moment of feeling good via something sugary or greasy ..

Portionwise, hasn't always been spot on.. It's something i will work on more this next week, along with the exercise.. i'm eating the right foods, staying clean and drinking a lot of water, water, water..

So proud of you ALL, been reading through posts .. Keep up the great work.
The honesty & opening ourselves up & sharing the challenges & victories really help motivate, you all rock.. ♥

Happy Healthy Thursday!

[Talon]

It's been an emotional couple of weeks for me..Good & bad.
Losing my grandmother to lung cancer, it's tearing me up inside..
But the good emotional part of my week, is the changes in me..

i'm on day 4 of my running program.. i'm getting extremely emotional after a run, that runner's high and just thinking back to one year ago and the difficulties i had, and the changes in my health losing 100 lbs has brought me so far..

So finally, this week has been one of self motivation, strength building & staying on track, despite the hard & challenging things going on in life.. So i'm proud of me for that, because i can't tell you how many times i have eyed something i shouldn't have, and wanted to get that moment of feeling good via something sugary or greasy ..

Portionwise, hasn't always been spot on.. It's something i will work on more this next week, along with the exercise.. i'm eating the right foods, staying clean and drinking a lot of water, water, water..

So proud of you ALL, been reading through posts .. Keep up the great work.
The honesty & opening ourselves up & sharing the challenges & victories really help motivate, you all rock.. ♥

Happy Healthy Thursday!

Can I just say, Sylvie...that the way you keep up the good fight, no matter what difficulties come your way, is truly admirable and inspiring....:clover:

[PinkieLee]

Well a few months ago I canceled WW. Logging/tracking food is a great concept and yes it did work for me. But, I instead of eating balanced meals, I feel like I was just eating whatever I wanted... as long as I stayed under my point range.

So, I found the app my fitness pal. Insane that it is almost exactly like the WW site, but calculated calories instead of points. It even adds in exercise. Even better... it's FREE :)

It was time to do damage control... so I got on the scale. Out of the 27 pounds that I had lost I had gained back 10. "The journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step".

With meals this week, I've started trying to incorporate more fruits AND veggies into every single meal. I've been giving myself a refresher course in portion control and brought back out the pretty, smaller plates (that kinda trick my my brain into thinking I'm eating a plate full of food ;)

With every dinner I am eating a large salad (kinda like Jo does). I've added more fish & seafood to my mealplans... and more protein. I boiled up a few eggs to throw into salads or to eat with a slice of toast on my way to work in the morning.

So here we go again.

I am so very happy to see so much continued success here... y'all are definitely amazing & have worked so very hard at keeping the motivation & inspiration alive & well! Keep up the amazing work!

[Deborah]

Well a few months ago I canceled WW. Logging/tracking food is a great concept and yes it did work for me. But, I instead of eating balanced meals, I feel like I was just eating whatever I wanted... as long as I stayed under my point range.

So, I found the app my fitness pal. Insane that it is almost exactly like the WW site, but calculated calories instead of points. It even adds in exercise. Even better... it's FREE :)

It was time to do damage control... so I got on the scale. Out of the 27 pounds that I had lost I had gained back 10. "The journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step".

With meals this week, I've started trying to incorporate more fruits AND veggies into every single meal. I've been giving myself a refresher course in portion control and brought back out the pretty, smaller plates (that kinda trick my my brain into thinking I'm eating a plate full of food ;)

With every dinner I am eating a large salad (kinda like Jo does). I've added more fish & seafood to my mealplans... and more protein. I boiled up a few eggs to throw into salads or to eat with a slice of toast on my way to work in the morning.

So here we go again.

I am so very happy to see so much continued success here... y'all are definitely amazing & have worked so very hard at keeping the motivation & inspiration alive & well! Keep up the amazing work!

I have done the same thing...down 25 up almost 10...time to get back to eating what I am supposed to... I felt so much better...makes no sense as to why I sabotage myself when I am doing so well...:(

[thedivahrrrself]

MUST write a meal plan tonight! Putting off going to the grocery store is NOT good for my lifestyle change!!

[JoSchmooze]

Well a few months ago I canceled WW. Logging/tracking food is a great concept and yes it did work for me. But, I instead of eating balanced meals, I feel like I was just eating whatever I wanted... as long as I stayed under my point range.

So, I found the app my fitness pal. Insane that it is almost exactly like the WW site, but calculated calories instead of points. It even adds in exercise. Even better... it's FREE :)

It was time to do damage control... so I got on the scale. Out of the 27 pounds that I had lost I had gained back 10. "The journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step".

With meals this week, I've started trying to incorporate more fruits AND veggies into every single meal. I've been giving myself a refresher course in portion control and brought back out the pretty, smaller plates (that kinda trick my my brain into thinking I'm eating a plate full of food ;)

With every dinner I am eating a large salad (kinda like Jo does). I've added more fish & seafood to my mealplans... and more protein. I boiled up a few eggs to throw into salads or to eat with a slice of toast on my way to work in the morning.

So here we go again.

I am so very happy to see so much continued success here... y'all are definitely amazing & have worked so very hard at keeping the motivation & inspiration alive & well! Keep up the amazing work!

I'm not sure if you were referring to JustJo or me, Jo....
but my large salads are nothing more than iceberg lettuce
with that no cal, no sugar, no gluten salad dressing
from Walden Farms......I was told that I could eat all the
iceberg lettuce that I could stand....that doc didn't know that
my mother's idea of a salad when we were growing up was a slab
of iceberg drowning in thousand island dressing!
YUUUUUUK....I can't eat that dressing to this day.......

I have resolved my inner turmoil for the time being.
In 2 weeks time I have to go to Indy for our Spring Practice
Meeting.....the last time my co-workers saw me I was 50 lbs heavier....I'd like to lose 10 lbs before then to really
drive home the idea that I am much healthier than I was then....

Keep on trucking y'all...even tho I have not posted in a bit,
it's only because my work schedule has been so screwy and
my sleep schedule even screwier!

:byebye:

[girl_dee]

i LOVE My Fitness Pal!!!

[Liam]

I'm down one more jean size, which means one more, and I will reach my goal. Yay me!

[sylvie]

So, I found the app my fitness pal. Insane that it is almost exactly like the WW site, but calculated calories instead of points. It even adds in exercise. Even better... it's FREE :)


i soooo love my fitness pal as well Tonya.. i've never been on ww to know the similarity, but love how easy it is to use.. my phone is still smarter than me right now, i haven't had it long, but that was the first app i went to look for when i got it..It's so handy having it on my cell , because my cell comes with me everywhere.. Sure beats carrying a daily journal with me everywhere now.

i haven't used it in a few days, though! Thanks for the reminder.. ♥

[Thinker]

i LOVE My Fitness Pal!!!

i soooo love my fitness pal as well Tonya.. i've never been on ww to know the similarity, but love how easy it is to use.. my phone is still smarter than me right now, i haven't had it long, but that was the first app i went to look for when i got it..It's so handy having it on my cell , because my cell comes with me everywhere.. Sure beats carrying a daily journal with me everywhere now.

i haven't used it in a few days, though! Thanks for the reminder.. ♥

Well a few months ago I canceled WW. Logging/tracking food is a great concept and yes it did work for me. But, I instead of eating balanced meals, I feel like I was just eating whatever I wanted... as long as I stayed under my point range.

So, I found the app my fitness pal. Insane that it is almost exactly like the WW site, but calculated calories instead of points. It even adds in exercise. Even better... it's FREE :)

It was time to do damage control... so I got on the scale. Out of the 27 pounds that I had lost I had gained back 10. "The journey of 1000 miles begins with the first step".

With meals this week, I've started trying to incorporate more fruits AND veggies into every single meal. I've been giving myself a refresher course in portion control and brought back out the pretty, smaller plates (that kinda trick my my brain into thinking I'm eating a plate full of food ;)

With every dinner I am eating a large salad (kinda like Jo does). I've added more fish & seafood to my mealplans... and more protein. I boiled up a few eggs to throw into salads or to eat with a slice of toast on my way to work in the morning.

So here we go again.

I am so very happy to see so much continued success here... y'all are definitely amazing & have worked so very hard at keeping the motivation & inspiration alive & well! Keep up the amazing work!

Downloaded the app this morning!! So far, I'm diggin' it!

Pinkie, you hit the nail on the head with WW and me!!! I, too, started trying to figure out how I could work my points so that I could "sneak in" whatever I wanted.

I'm enjoying my new exercises, and I've gotten back out on the land doing some physical labor; those things are good for me--body and soul!

Here's to new efforts!!

[AtLast]

I'm down one more jean size, which means one more, and I will reach my goal. Yay me!

Absolutely, yeah, you!

On another note, Pinkie, I have to agree with FP way- WW points just don't work well for me. In fact, I wish I had hung on to my original WW materials back when it first began. The main reason it was successful for me was about portion control and the weighing of foods helped embed images of what average portions look look like. I am a compulsive over water and I need this approach. Also, WW started out as a means to cool and prepare food, not what it has become- another packaged food plan in so many ways. Don't like all the sodium and additives in prepared meals.

Bit everyone is different, so I guess we all figure out what works. For me, recognizing years ago that my eating patterns were not "normal" as well as developing bulemia was the key to changing eating habits for life. OA and a WW based eating plan is my mainstay. And yes, I can fall off the wagon still sometimes.

[sylvie]

Good Morning Healthies,

i promised Mr Mtn today i would stay put. (He means business)
i pulled a muscle on Thursday, well it started hurting Thursday night.
Overdid my work out, and pulled my bum muscle (yes, go ahead and laugh) lol.

It hurts like no other... i have pulled a back before, but this - ouch..
Could be not enough stretching for the work out i did, or just doing too much in a day..

Listen to your body, always! And always do self care after a vigorous workout..And if your body says rest, rest.. SO important!

When mine was a little sore, rather than listen to my body i went to the gym on Thursday and did every weight machine & then got on the treadmill...(4 mins jogging, 1 min walking) for 30 mins. knowing i was sore a little, i should have nursed that and just did an upper body weights workout, and stuck to walking only for cardio.. & stretched properly.. i get so eager to push myself harder (which is good) but not with a boo boo..SO, i really pulled it good after that, and here i am, home from work, unable to lay down any longer & can't even put on my own dang socks.

i know better.. i really do know better.. lesson learned, this i promise.

PS - MyFitnessPal rocks.. Give it a shot! If you cant get the app on your cell phone, you can get it and play with us online too, that's where i did it last night...
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/
It's so simple to use, and helps motivate keeping ourselves on track, and we can all add one another..

[justkim]

Good morning!
I just joined MyFitnessPal...
Someone come and find me... Please...
justkim2u is my name on there...
Do we have a group there?
With all that has been going on I have still managed to not gain anything...
Starting back to the gym next week... Walking is good but I need something more...
I look forward to seeing others on myfitnesspal...
Keep up the good fight everyone!

[Tawse]

a few years back when I was in a healthy place, I bought a Garmin 305 heart monitor. A few days ago I dug it out again and I was reminded that when I download the session for the day - it breaks down how much time I spent in the different heart rate zones. I forgot how cool that is for a numbers / stats junkie like myself.

My eating averages for May:

Net calories - 1400 per day

Sodium - 2400 (working on pulling that down to 2k)

Sat Fats - 10% total calories... really want to pull that to under 9%, even though new studies are showing there are "healthy" and "unhealthy" saturated. fats.. so we'll see where that goes.

Trans Fats - .1 of a gram (YAY!!!)

those are my primary "look at" items as far as food... so I'm pretty pleased right now. I only have 1 frozen meal a day and that's lunch. That's where a good 600mg of my daily sodium is coming from. So I need to buckle down and fix stuff - but right now that's my guilty pleasure. And yes - I know I'd enjoy fresh food better - but yeah it is what it is.

So May was good and June's starting out fantastic...

[girl_dee]

Good morning!
I just joined MyFitnessPal...
Someone come and find me... Please...
justkim2u is my name on there...
Do we have a group there?
With all that has been going on I have still managed to not gain anything...
Starting back to the gym next week... Walking is good but I need something more...
I look forward to seeing others on myfitnesspal...
Keep up the good fight everyone!


i am deecajun on there... Will look for you!!!!!

[girl_dee]

maybe we could start a list in here for the MyFitnessPal app?
i keep losing the posts!

[justkim]

I know there is more than two of us on myfitnesspal...
Come out, come out where ever you are...

[Rockinonahigh]

One of the problems im haveing in my work outs is low back/leg fatigue,I do a lot of core and leg work,infact 75% of my work out.I listen to how it feels so some days its not to much and I do what im comfy with but use those muscles as much as I dare.I got down to 245 and have gained 15 back because I was haveing so much trouble with my sciatica I could barely do a work out at all.The doc said for me to to rehab but the stuff he had me doing was really not enough plus I still was haveing the same probs.SO one day I was in his office and ask if he had a chiro on staff or a masage therapist....noooo he said...so ow I have nedicare that covers a chiro,I was going to go to one.He was thappy to hear that but I went any way.Its been two weeks and im doing better than ever,I have little to no sciatica pain.What I do have is one spot about half a palm of you hand sise at my tail bone that is definatly still there.The pain in my neck ,arms no more pinchy headakes or tingling to my fingers.All this is a major plus,I have more energy now than ive had in a long while.Goddess bless the chiro.

[canmarielan]

I just downloaded the fitness app!!
canmarielan there, too

[Ginger]

With meals this week, I've started trying to incorporate more fruits AND veggies into every single meal. I've been giving myself a refresher course in portion control and brought back out the pretty, smaller plates (that kinda trick my my brain into thinking I'm eating a plate full of food ;)

With every dinner I am eating a large salad (kinda like Jo does). I've added more fish & seafood to my mealplans... and more protein. I boiled up a few eggs to throw into salads or to eat with a slice of toast on my way to work in the morning.



Portion control is a challenge in America, right? This morning I ate the leftovers from my grilled chicken salad in a diner last night. The piles of food they brought to our table were worthy of a hand truck. Basically I just remind myself not to eat a quantity of food the size of my head. Now that my stomach has shrunk, it's easier because it doesn't take much to feel full.

The protein part is important. It's so easy to forget how much more full protein makes a person feel. I'm glad you mentioned that.

One of my girlfriends who is vegetarian started eating less tofu and dairy and added fish and more fruit to her diet. That was it, Snap, she started losing. Everyone has their path and it sounds like you found yours.

My jeans this morning are really big on me. It's a great feeling. I started skipping meals and having smoothies for lunch at work sometimes. I skip dessert and bread in restaurants. I still drink wine with dinner once in a while, and I snack on almonds. My old habits are kicking in.

Great to see all the success here!

[Thinker]

I'm doing Fitness Pal too....sent out a few add's this morning!

My mother-in-law is in town this weekend (yes, feel for me), so I haven't done any tracking. I haven't been great, but I haven't eaten a lot either (also, not great). The worst part for me is not doing my exercises.

It's just really challenging for me to stick with my routine when there are disruptions (disruption = mother-in-law).

I'm going to try and make today a better day and will look forward to my usual routine starting again tomorrow.

Big hugs all the way around...

[Hollylane]

maybe we could start a list in here for the MyFitnessPal app?
i keep losing the posts!

Damn you people ;). I'm downloading it now.


I have been quite challenged lately. Mainly because I am not challenging myself due to my umbilical hernia. I have been eating well, just can't seem to keep on the exercise wagon when I am not allowed to do my favorite exercises.

Our trip to Virginia Beach added 4 pounds of happily gained vacation weight. Delicious (bad) food, and spectacular company. I am absolutely positive that I would have gained more than that, if Gaige and I had not spent so much enjoyable time walking during our trip. I am completely impressed at her fitness level, and football tossing prowess. She is the first person who has not only kept up with my fast walking pace, but may even walk faster. I love that about her (among many other things ;))!

So, since my return from VB heaven, I have only worked out a few times. I really need to shift it back into high gear. I have so many big plans that cannot be accomplished unless I keep moving forward, despite my injuries.

I hope you are all enjoying your Sunday!

[Blaze]

I'm IN, I'm down loaded, and trying to figure out how to use it...

Yes, yes, I am not technical sua've, Like the rest of you, I am still Caveman intellectually challenged... Where is my flint stone by the way...

[JoSchmooze]

No major milestones hit recently....
But I keep trudging on daily....
Down to 205.....I really would like
to be at 199 by the 14th.....
Anyone wanna take bets??

:sunglass:

[Hollylane]

Okay. Loving Myfitnesspal. But...I wish it would let me change some things...Like daily amounts available...I am not into the carbohydrate level recommended. No way, no how.

[Thinker]

I'm IN, I'm down loaded, and trying to figure out how to use it...

Yes, yes, I am not technical sua've, Like the rest of you, I am still Caveman intellectually challenged... Where is my flint stone by the way...

They have a website too, and I find it easier (obviously) to navigate the site that way. The app comes in handy when out (also obvious).

[Hollylane]

Okay, day one, back on the wagon. 1 hr and 55 minutes worth of workouts. I am tired, and curious to see if I will rinse and repeat at least an hour of that tomorrow. Wish me luck, please, and thank you :)

[Gaige]

Okay, day one, back on the wagon. 1 hr and 55 minutes worth of workouts. I am tired, and curious to see if I will rinse and repeat at least an hour of that tomorrow. Wish me luck, please, and thank you :)

good luck baby

[Leigh]

It amazes me how one simple show, and one transformation, can really change a person's perspective not only on their lives but on life in general. I just finished watching Extreme Makeover: Weight Loss edition and it was a very emotional episode. The gentleman on the show, Tony, weighed in at the beginning at 398 lbs and the show profiled his year long weight loss journey. In that year he had so much life thrown at him; one of his sons died, he got out of a serious relationship and was also homeless for 6 months. Yet even with all of that thrown in his way he didn't let any of it stop him from reaching his goals and by the time the show was over he weighed in at 200 lbs.

His dedication and determination to lose the weight even in the face of all the adversity he went through is truly inspiring, and it hit a real nerve with me. I, like many of us here, have had life thrown at me from all angles and food has always been my crutch. I've allowed myself to get to a point where I am endangering my own life simply because I've let food get the better of me. I must change this and as of today I will no longer let myself be a slave to food ~ its upto me to say no thanks and know that I am worth more than what I put into my mouth :)

[justkim]

I have been pretty good about tracking my food...
Like Hollylane there are items that I am struggling with...
What happens if you go over on your protein?
What happens if you don't get enough?
The same can be said for the other things listed...
I have no problem with the movement/exercise...
The food is the part I am struggling with as it says I am not getting enough...
I drink plenty of water, so that it isn't a problem either...

Keep up the good fight everyone!
Hope to see some more of you on myfitnesspal...

[Thinker]

I'm doing Fitness Pal too....sent out a few add's this morning!

My mother-in-law is in town this weekend (yes, feel for me), so I haven't done any tracking. I haven't been great, but I haven't eaten a lot either (also, not great). The worst part for me is not doing my exercises.

It's just really challenging for me to stick with my routine when there are disruptions (disruption = mother-in-law).

I'm going to try and make today a better day and will look forward to my usual routine starting again tomorrow.

Big hugs all the way around...

Feels good to be back on track today!!

I was up EARLY and in the backyard pulling up weeds and trimming trees and bushes. My breakfast was PERFECT, and I'm ready for a fantastic day!

Thanks to Pinkie and the others who planted the Fitness Pal seed for me. :) It feels much safer and smarter FOR ME to focus on the calories. And I love how it breaks down the fat, protein, carbs, etc...

[AtLast]

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/manuel-villacorta/weight-loss_b_1534984.html

Emotional Eating, or Is It Really Just Poor Nutrition?

[AtLast]

Yikes, just read all of my typos!

Absolutely, yeah, you!

On another note, Pinkie, I have to agree with FP way- WW points just don't work well for me. In fact, I wish I had hung on to my original WW materials back when it first began. The main reason it was successful for me was about portion control and the weighing of foods helped embed images of what average portions look look like. I am a compulsive over water and I need this approach. Also, WW started out as a means to cool and prepare food, not what it has become- another packaged food plan in so many ways. Don't like all the sodium and additives in prepared meals.

Bit everyone is different, so I guess we all figure out what works. For me, recognizing years ago that my eating patterns were not "normal" as well as developing bulemia was the key to changing eating habits for life. OA and a WW based eating plan is my mainstay. And yes, I can fall off the wagon still sometimes.

[Tawse]

really good article if you like the scientific side of life...


http://science.howstuffworks.com/innovation/edible-innovations/food.htm

[girl_dee]

Feels good to be back on track today!!

I was up EARLY and in the backyard pulling up weeds and trimming trees and bushes. My breakfast was PERFECT, and I'm ready for a fantastic day!

Thanks to Pinkie and the others who planted the Fitness Pal seed for me. :) It feels much safer and smarter FOR ME to focus on the calories. And I love how it breaks down the fat, protein, carbs, etc...

Yes ! At the end of the week it's interesting to see how you did on sugars etc. That is one thing i do not like about WW (although i think it's still a good program) is that you can for example have iceberg lettuce for lunch and eat ice cream and still be in your point range. Of course you won't lose easily this way and it's probably not a bad idea from the marketing aspect.

[AtLast]

Yes ! At the end of the week it's interesting to see how you did on sugars etc. That is one thing i do not like about WW (although i think it's still a good program) is that you can for example have iceberg lettuce for lunch and eat ice cream and still be in your point range. Of course you won't lose easily this way and it's probably not a bad idea from the marketing aspect.



Yup and sugar can be such a trigger food for people like me that can get so compulsive with eating. Once I get off on a sugar binge, I'm in trouble.

We are all different, however, so probably many people can have the sweets and it is OK.

[Tawse]

For me it depends on what sugars. I get about 62g per day (average for May) but the vast majority of those grams are fruits and veggies which to me aren't a problem. So to me, it's not about the grams - but more about what's making up those grams.

[Hollylane]

I try to keep my carbohydrates between 15 and 30, but optimum weight loss, for me, happens with a limit closer to 15.

[sylvie]

Today was my weigh in.. 4 lbs lost!!
Grand total of 103 lbs lost since April of 2011...

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!
So happy to have myself back on track..
The last two months, i was so unmotivated and maintained, didn't lose.
Which was okay, because maintaining and "knowing" i can maintain, is so important once i am happy with my weight..

But, i am so happy to hit this milestone.. It was a big one for me..
So now i'm at 212 lbs .. (started at 315)
No idea of my goal weight, i don't really have one..

To be honest, my only goal in this, is to find ease, happiness & peace of mind.
AND good health, of course..i know every step i am taking is bringing me better health overall... That's what i'm focusing on the most & what keeps me going.

At the very beginning, i was so weight obsessed.
So i love how my thought process is changing throughout this journey.

Next weigh in is June 25.

[PinkieLee]

Today was my weigh in.. 4 lbs lost!!
Grand total of 103 lbs lost since April of 2011...

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay!
The last two months, i was so unmotivated and maintained, didn't lose.
Which was okay, because maintaining and "knowing" i can maintain, is so important once i am happy with my weight..

But, i am so happy to hit this milestone.. It was a big one for me..
So now i'm at 212 lbs .. (started at 315)
No idea of my goal weight, i don't really have one..

To be honest, my only goal in this, is to find ease, happiness & peace of mind.
AND good health, of course..i know every step i am taking is bringing me better health overall... That's what i'm focusing on the most & what keeps me going.

At the very beginning, i was so weight obsessed.
So i love how my thought process is changing throughout this journey.

Next weigh in is June 25.


YOU GO SISTER! We are all so so so proud of you and all of your hard work! You are a constant beam of motivation, support & encouragement! THANK YOU and congrats again!!

[JoSchmooze]

It's been a little over a week since I have been able to
make it into the gym - work schedule screwy and sleep schedule
all screwed up....but yesterday the phone rings (local number)
and I pick it up....

Al the Trainer: "Where the hell have you been?"
Jo: "Right here, working my ass off! Who the hell is this?"
Al the Trainer: "Get your ass into the gym, we open up at 5 am!"
Jo: "I'll be there tomorrow between 5 and 6!"
I knew right there and then who it was.....and I am not
crossing that crazy Russian!! I was there at 6:30 and by
6:45 am he had me sweating like a pig!

:phonegab::phonegab::phonegab:

[JustJo]

It's been a little over a week since I have been able to
make it into the gym - work schedule screwy and sleep schedule
all screwed up....but yesterday the phone rings (local number)
and I pick it up....

Al the Trainer: "Where the hell have you been?"
Jo: "Right here, working my ass off! Who the hell is this?"
Al the Trainer: "Get your ass into the gym, we open up at 5 am!"
Jo: "I'll be there tomorrow between 5 and 6!"
I knew right there and then who it was.....and I am not
crossing that crazy Russian!! I was there at 6:30 and by
6:45 am he had me sweating like a pig!

:phonegab::phonegab::phonegab:




Gotta' love those accountability partners!

I get "the look" from the older ladies at Curves if I miss a day. Not the same, but equally effective what with the head shaking and tongue clucking and all. :|

They all know when I'll be on vacation, and when I'll be back....and probably a dozen have said "and we'll see you MONDAY morning, won't we?"

Gulp.

Yes ma'am.

[LadyRain]

Today was day 10.. 9.5 lbs lost !! No gyms no huffing and puffing, no drowning in water........just results. I dont seem to crave anything weird either...very cool.....

[canmarielan]

Just Jo sometimes, THE LOOK is more intimidating than yelling.

It's the quiet ones you have to worry about :)


Some new blog entries to catch you up on where I'm at!

My New Definition's Blog (http://mynewdefinition.wordpress.com)

[Thinker]

Lost 1 pound for my first week using the Fitness Pal. My goal is 1.5 per week. Admittedly, I only did cardio for 2 of the days.

I feel good about the start though.

I gotta tell y'all... I'm feeling kind of angry that reaching a couple of the goals I have requires such sacrifices. Seriously. I'm pissed.

I feel all uppity and entitled when I admit that, but it's true.

[Tawse]

I feel ya... lost 1 pound this past week and that's with eating awesome and biking 5 outta 7 days.

What we have to remember is that it's not all about the weight.. it's about the way clothes fit, it's about heart rates, it's about cholesterol, blood pressure, sugar, and energy levels.

I try to find something every week that has improved. Did I increase the intensity of my bike course? Did my heart rate stay the same even though I went further? Something to grab hold of.

[Tawse]

This sounds awesome and I'm pretty sure will make an appearance on my plate Sunday...


http://ketchuptochutney.wordpress.com/2011/07/13/spinach-stuffed-portobellas/

[Ginger]

Today was day 10.. 9.5 lbs lost !! No gyms no huffing and puffing, no drowning in water........just results. I dont seem to crave anything weird either...very cool.....



That's like a pound a day!! Are you feeling okay?

I've lost, as of this morning, 8.5 pounds. I'd like to lose 7 more.

[LadyRain]

That's like a pound a day!! Are you feeling okay?

I've lost, as of this morning, 8.5 pounds. I'd like to lose 7 more.

Ii feel wondergl, much energy
I will share what i am doing in another week or so, untill then i am your guinia pig lol!!!

[Thinker]

I feel like I turned a little corner with making my calories work for me....and also....just learning how to use Fitness Pal. I feel a little more motivated and focused now...........not quite as bitter. ;)

Here's to a good week ahead for everyone!!!

[Ginger]

I'm on vacation. I biked twice yesterday, total about 2 hours and walked a couple hours. I'm eating lots of fruit and yogurt and lobster and crab roll. I'm down 8 pounds, I think I mentioned last week, and if I lot 7 or 8 more, I'd be delighted.

But all I'm thinking about now is breathing in this air and getting out in this sun and pushing myself up the hills on my bike.

Getting in the shower now, lazy morning and a full heart.

[Tawse]

Ordered a body composition scale and it arrived yesterday. This one is cool because if you have multiple users set up on it - it automatically registers which user you are - based on your weight. So all you do is stand on it and it starts it's thing. Yay!

It figures body fat %, water %, muscle %, and bone mass (not density)... and I'm fairly certain I heard a low whistle when it got through computing the fat %.


BUT - this gives me 4 more numbers I can track - in order to find something good that's happened at least every 2 weeks through this journey and since I'm a stats whore - this works very well for me.

As of this morning - 15 pounds in a little over a month. Yay!

[thedivahrrrself]

Joined the YWCA this morning so I can keep swimming all year long!

I'm going to buy a juicer this afternoon. I think that is the only way I'm going to incorporate more veggies into my diet. My eating habits are better, but not what they should be yet.

I noticed yesterday at breakfast that when I screw up is when I'm emotional, and I'm bound to be pretty emotional at least for a while. So, my plan is when I'm sad, go work out. When I'm lonely, go work out. Replace emotional eating with emotional swimming, or elliptical walking, or whatever.

I need to go deep within myself and fix some things. I'm hoping a lot of time alone at the gym will help me start to look inside and figure out what it is that causes me to put myself down, to care more about other people's opinions than my own, to put things off and to make bad choices, food and otherwise.

This is going to be a long journey.

[JAGG]

[QUOTE=thedivahrrrself;601009]Joined the YWCA this morning so I can keep swimming all year long!

I'm going to buy a juicer this afternoon. I think that is the only way I'm going to incorporate more veggies into my diet. My eating habits are better, but not what they should be yet.

I noticed yesterday at breakfast that when I screw up is when I'm emotional, and I'm bound to be pretty emotional at least for a while. So, my plan is when I'm sad, go work out. When I'm lonely, go work out. Replace emotional eating with emotional swimming, or elliptical walking, or whatever.

I need to go deep within myself and fix some things. I'm hoping a lot of time alone at the gym will help me start to look inside and figure out what it is that causes me to put myself down, to care more about other people's opinions than my own, to put things off and to make bad choices, food and otherwise.

This is going to be a long journey.[/QUOTE
Yay for you ! Don't forget your friends are here if you need them. You rawk!

[Ginger]

So, my plan is when I'm sad, go work out. When I'm lonely, go work out.


Really, really, really smart.

[Thinker]

So the pounds are just barely trickling off, but I'm happy with the decreasing belly measurement....a total of 2 inches so far.

I plugged in to shoot for losing 1.5 pounds per week, but I'm only managing 1 per week. :( I'm doing pushups everyday (along with some other calisthenics), and those may be adding just enough muscle mass to slow down the appearance of weight loss.

Regardless of what it is, my primary goal is trimming down my gut; and it seems I'm definitely heading in the right direction!

I'm still loving My Fitness Pal. Thanks again to those who suggested here!

[JustJo]

We just got back yesterday from a fabulous 5 days in Key Largo...and my policy is, on vacation, that I eat whatever I feel like eating, drink whatever I feel like drinking, and move as much or as little as I feel like.

I had several strawberry daiquiris, a giant coke float, the yummiest Spanish omelet for breakfast (twice!) that I've ever eaten, a gigantic "knife and fork" cheeseburger that was as big as my head (and that I could only manage half of), mango sorbet, the most delicious chicken tostada ever....and more.

I gained 1 pound....and have the best tan I've ever had in my life.

I feel good...and I'll be back at Curves Monday morning. :)

[Rockinonahigh]

Latley I have been dealing with an cranky left knee,for the last fue days it has been better and not poping and paining me as much.So I have been working out on the stuff I have on the paito snd sofar things have been ok even tho I still have a slight pop crunch going on im being careful.The pounds are starting to slowly come off as im trying to stay somewhere around 20 to thirty carbs a day but mostly I can do less than 20.Salads have become my main sorse of meals witht he exception of breakfast,I have to eat a good one or this wont work.I have really watched the night eating that got out of hand by keeping large posty notes in he kitchen to reinforce my mind when I get a drink of water in the middle of the night cause im half awake when I do the night eating.Late this afternoon I got really bord,I ended up seting up the aglity corse I have worked my older fur kid on so we had a refresher corse on the easy parts with the youngest fur kid following checking the stuff out to see if it is friend or foe.That still wasnt enough cause I had the aintsyness to be on the move some how ....so I did another round of working out doing diffrent exersises working a good sweat up in the process.

[ruffryder]

our new lil chihuahua is keeping us exercising with her walks! :walking-poodle: LOL !

now to start eating healthy again.. :p

[JoSchmooze]

We just got back yesterday from a fabulous 5 days in Key Largo...and my policy is, on vacation, that I eat whatever I feel like eating, drink whatever I feel like drinking, and move as much or as little as I feel like.

I had several strawberry daiquiris, a giant coke float, the yummiest Spanish omelet for breakfast (twice!) that I've ever eaten, a gigantic "knife and fork" cheeseburger that was as big as my head (and that I could only manage half of), mango sorbet, the most delicious chicken tostada ever....and more.

I gained 1 pound....and have the best tan I've ever had in my life.

I feel good...and I'll be back at Curves Monday morning. :)

Way to go!
I absolutely dread going home and standing on that
scale after the 10 days here on assignment.
Too much stress and too many choices.....
Tomorrow, I owrk from the hotel room but I will
take the time to go to the exercise room and do some
work......

:cigar2:

[Tawse]

Still trucking over here... now down 18.5 pounds since May 7th. Eating fresh food most of the time. Heavy in veggies and fruit. Eating several times a day for about 200 to 300 calories and then working out to burn about 200 calories (30 minutes a day on the bike)... going well so far!

This week I start focusing on calcium intake. I have sodium down to great levels unless we go out to eat dinner - and my other vitamins are pretty fantastic due to fresh fruits and veggies - so now I tackle the calcium hurdle. I've even bought milk. I don't like milk, but man is it a good source of calcium and vitamin D so yeah - I will deal with 4 - 8 ounces a day as needed.

Hope everyone is having a great week so far!

[JoSchmooze]

Still trucking over here... now down 18.5 pounds since May 7th. Eating fresh food most of the time. Heavy in veggies and fruit. Eating several times a day for about 200 to 300 calories and then working out to burn about 200 calories (30 minutes a day on the bike)... going well so far!

This week I start focusing on calcium intake. I have sodium down to great levels unless we go out to eat dinner - and my other vitamins are pretty fantastic due to fresh fruits and veggies - so now I tackle the calcium hurdle. I've even bought milk. I don't like milk, but man is it a good source of calcium and vitamin D so yeah - I will deal with 4 - 8 ounces a day as needed.

Hope everyone is having a great week so far!


Silk Almond Milk has twice as much calcium....
Jest saying...

:cigar2:

[Tawse]

Next time I go to the grocery store I'll check it out... how're the calories?

[JoSchmooze]

Next time I go to the grocery store I'll check it out... how're the calories?

I can't remember right off the top of my head,
but I think a tad less.....

:cigar2:

[Zimmeh]

I love their soymilk :) Since I am having issues eating since I got my braces, I've been drinking a lot of milk, yogurt, rice, beans and thin bread until I go back on June 29th.

Zimmeh

Silk Almond Milk has twice as much calcium....
Jest saying...

:cigar2:

[Zimmeh]

I know the Soymilk one has 140 calories for an 8oz glass.

Zimmeh

Next time I go to the grocery store I'll check it out... how're the calories?

[Zimmeh]

I've noticed since I moved out of the negative apartment and got a long haired Chihuahua, who loves going for walks; I am starting to loose weight again and my ex sister-in-law noticed it on Sunday. I came home feeling like I was on cloud nine :)

Zimmeh

[JoSchmooze]

I know the Soymilk one has 140 calories for an 8oz glass.

Zimmeh

I just looked it up -
there are 60 calories in a cup (8 0z).
I like it with my protein shakes.....

:cigar2:

[thedivahrrrself]

I really hate that point in losing weight when your friends and coworkers are starting to notice (I'm pretty sure it's just because I got new smaller clothes), but the scale doesn't seem to agree with them.

I've been at a standstill for 3 weeks now, but suddenly people are saying, "You look like you're losing weight!"


:weightshock:

[Ginger]

Hey, Grumpy Diva!

RE: your friends' and coworkers' annoying compliments on your weight loss—

You might be "tightening up," or redistributing weight. Or trading muscle for fat, which takes up less volume but weighs more.

Or...your scale might be playing mind games with you.

Or...you're really dressing smart (I consistently wear clothes that are too big for me, but when I wear my true size, I look smaller).

Whatever it is, enjoy, if you can!

:)

Scout
About 7 pounds to go.





I really hate that point in losing weight when your friends and coworkers are starting to notice (I'm pretty sure it's just because I got new smaller clothes), but the scale doesn't seem to agree with them.

I've been at a standstill for 3 weeks now, but suddenly people are saying, "You look like you're losing weight!"


:weightshock:

[girl_dee]

I love their soymilk :) Since I am having issues eating since I got my braces, I've been drinking a lot of milk, yogurt, rice, beans and thin bread until I go back on June 29th.

Zimmeh

i love Almond Milk, 40 calories a cup ! i love the chocolate one too!

[girl_dee]

2 pounds up from 8 days in Atlanta/New Orleans... considering what i had that's not too bad, but i can say my skinny jeans were screaming at me when i put them on at the end of the trip!

[Tawse]

This week has been a gift from the gods... previous 5 weeks it's been about a pound a week... this week so far it's 3 pounds O.o.


YAY!

[thedivahrrrself]

45 min on the elliptical, and another 30 swimming laps in the pool this morning. I feel great!

:)

[Zimmeh]

I found the thin wheat bread from Pepperidge Farms. It has 110 calories for three slices..which is around 73.3 calories for two pieces and I have a teaspoon of nutella on it. I found the nutella to be easier to digest than peanut butter. I also have a 3oz cup -demitasse cup- that I use to drink coffee out of. I drink two of these through out the day instead of at once.

Zimmeh

[sylvie]

Good Morning Healthies..

Quite anxious for my next weigh in.. (June 25)
i realized my eating plan has needed a little work..
As weight loss happens, needs change..
And as exercise increases, things change..

So working on getting to know my body's needs again..
my injury is healed and have been running everyday..
Plus Candace helped me with some circuits for toning..

i feel much difference in my body, the way clothes fit & my attitude.
SO happy i am back on track, finallllly !

Off to grocery shop soon!
Mr Mtn made me a grocery list ♥
i'm so grateful for Him!

[Tawse]

Found this recipe earlier this week and have been thinking about it ever since. I was going to wait until next weekend to cook it because Gillian has to work this weekend - but I'm thinking at this point.. she'll just have to suck it up.. this is not going to wait until next weekend.

Skinny Skillet Lasagna (http://nutritionfor.us/2012/02/eat-skinny-be-skinny-easy-peasy-skillet-lasagna/)

[Zimmeh]

I found a recipe for black bean and sweet potato chili. My coworker made it and it was delicious! I'll post the recipe once I get home today :)

Zimmeh

[Tawse]

I was proud of myself tonight... ran late due to a meeting and was very pressed for time in regards to getting Gillian fed before she headed off to work. My first thought was well hell now would be a good time to splurge and get a whopper. Next thought was or even better... hot wings! I ran down a very unhealthy orgy of food choices before I ultimately decided to call her, and ask her get showered before dinner instead of after... this made it so I had time to make roasted cauliflower and nuke a couple of veggie riblets.

Yay!

So now my calories for the day will only be just over 1200.

[Tawse]

I believe in rewarding yourself when you hit certain weight milestones. Obviously IMO this should not be with some kind of comfort food splurge. To me that just kinda reinforces the belligerant kid in our heads who thinks this is punishment.

What I do instead is line up things I want to purchase. This time around I've lined up probably 200 dollars worth of kitchen knives / utensils / measuring equipment upgrades. All of them are varying amounts of money - with some only being 5 bucks - so I don't have to wait to hit some huge milestone to reward myself and I won't break the bank either.

I've decided to move away from the black and stainless format of most of my cooking supplies. I've selected multicolored knives, utensils, measuring cups and a checkerboard chopping block as well.

Gonna throw some color into my kitchen, make cutting and serving all this good stuff fun and exciting.

5 - 6 more pounds before I hit my first goal of 10% weight loss.

Now I need to figure out which item to get...

[JustJo]

Hello healthies :)

One of my strategies for eating healthier is to make sure there's an abundance of fresh fruit and veggies in the house. Snack and I hit the farmer's market today and came home with:

corn on the cob
creamer potatoes
onions
peaches
tomatoes
kiwi
pineapple
cantaloupe
strawberries
blueberries
asparagus
mesclun salad greens
cheese rigatoni
organic marinara sauce
radishes
mangoes
plums
apples
papaya
fresh italian bread


I made a big fruit salad for mid-afternoon snack with strawberries, bananas, oranges, apples, kiwi and mango. For dinner, we had the rigatoni with marinara, steamed fresh asparagus and some of the yummy italian bread.

:chef2:

[Lady_Di]

From one of the Spark People teams I am on...


Dr. Kruse says that most of our problems with obesity, resistant weight loss, and chronic disease are caused by leptin resistance. He has a protocol to reset leptin. He lost over 130 pounds himself, and is now helping his patients and others do the same. Here's his blog:

jackkruse.com/

Here's a link to the main topics in the Quilt. You can scroll down to the explanation of each square of the quilt. He calls them levees. Each levee will eventually have its own thread on this sparkteam, a place for us to discuss them.

jackkruse.com/the-quilthow-to-beat-agin/

Dr. Kruse doesn't have each blog post linked to the position in the quilt, so the best way to start is to go to the archives and start at the very first post (In June) and read them in order. They are quite technical and can be overwhelming, so pace yourself. If you jump in to where he is posting right now, you will be extremely lost unless you are either a biochemist or you have been doing leptin research.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +

I found him to be very interesting and for me, right on the money. He is a scientist at heart, so know that his stuff might be a bit challenging to absorb. Do not give up!

[stonewalldog]

I have been eating primally for about a year now. My budget does not allow me to go with the organic, hormone free meat, unless I shoot it myself. I try to get as many organic vegetables and fruit as I can but not opposed to eating conventional.

http://www.marksdailyapple.com/#axzz1yoHhBdCV

The primal fitness stuff is good though I do like to ride my bike almost everyday.

Anyway, take a look at Mark's plan and see if you like it. I feel great!

[Lady_Di]

Primal works for me. Though I am far from perfect.

Moderation in all things, including moderation. Now who said that first? lol

but seriously, primal is just basic to me, when I think about what carbs, especially the refined carbs do once they are in our bodies... I like the image of shards of glass floating along the arteries and veins, which oddly enough sugar sort of looks like at the microscopic level. It literally tears at the inner lumen of the cardio vascular system, and then the clots form, on top of that scabbing. One can break loose and all hell can come with it. I personally really detest strokes and myocardial infarctions, which is what most sugar sensitive aka diabetics and pre-diabetics die from. And lets also consider this, there are a lot worse things than death, imnsho. Yes, we can recover from such life altering events, but it is much better to avoid them if possible.

Considering how most of the women and men die in my family, eating my veggies and proteins, a bit of fruit thrown in, low glycemic if possible... is not too much to ask.

And eventually we can alter our taste buds, which is something that Kruse and Mark talk about a lot, heck... even Atkins spoke of that, and Dukan. I suppose the point is we have a lot more power over our hearts and minds, our very bodies than we sometimes think. For me, it has been very empowering.


I posted something a while back from MileHighMamma, from over on Spark People. I have been watching her dramatic change, her labs were off the charts bad news and within one month, HUGE changes, so much so that her doctor is in shock. He wanted her to go on meds, especially for the cholesterol which was close to 1000 or some such. Between diabetes and that, she was ripe for the conventional wisdom of our day. Medication anyone? She fought that and has been arming herself with new knowledge about how her body works. AND has been Working Her Body! Exercise is the one prescription that I think we can all use, no?
:tea:
Amazing how dramatic it has been to watch. Like many of you here, she inspires me. We never give up on our health and wellness. We love ourselves, no matter what shape we are in and also realize that we are in control here of what goes in and out of our bodies, be it food, drink or thought. :tea:

Feeding my brain today and it is doing my body good!

Enjoying a cup with you all here today... :tea:

[Tawse]

Found this recipe earlier this week and have been thinking about it ever since. I was going to wait until next weekend to cook it because Gillian has to work this weekend - but I'm thinking at this point.. she'll just have to suck it up.. this is not going to wait until next weekend.

Skinny Skillet Lasagna (http://nutritionfor.us/2012/02/eat-skinny-be-skinny-easy-peasy-skillet-lasagna/)


had this tonight and it was good! We did find it a tad bland so next time I will add fresh oregano and rosemary and we also love shrooms so we had more of those than called for.

End result was 6 servings instead of the stated 4 and 256 good for you calories!

This will definitely be added to our menu.

[LadyRain]

down 20lbs now!! I have perhaps another 20. I have been doing the 17 day diet. Its 3 cycles of 17 days, I am in the last of the 2nd cycle. This has been very very easy. i recomend it!!

[JoSchmooze]

Good morning all......
For being away for 10 stress filled and long work days
I feel like I did not do badly...gained 4 lbs back (groaning)...
It was difficult for me to really maintain 500 calories
because of the 12 - 14 hr days and disruption to my
usual schedule. But now I have the pitfalls and will make
adjustments. I do have a new clint soon, so I am not sure if I will
have to be onsite more often than not yet.

I have not yet been back to see the crazy Russian and he hasn't
called yet......

:cigar2:

[Soon]

Primal works for me. Though I am far from perfect.

Moderation in all things, including moderation. Now who said that first? lol

but seriously, primal is just basic to me, when I think about what carbs, especially the refined carbs do once they are in our bodies...


I'm all about the Primal and low carb these days. Two weeks of no bread, pasta, rice, sweets (etc), and, wow, I'm loving it. Lost some weight and feel great...cravings for carbs are now at a minimum (for some reason, in the evening, I crave sweets now where I used to crave salty). Besides weight loss, my skin has improved (rosacea and breakouts), and I don't feel bloated anymore.

I always thought a carb-restricted diet would be very difficult, but I think counting calories would drive me crazy (and the research doesn't bode well for this method). After the first 3-4 days it became easier, and now it is not a lot of effort at all to avoid high carb food.

Anyway, it's protein and veggies (mainly salads) for me these days, and I hope to continue this way for awhile.

[Lady_Di]

I'm all about the Primal and low carb these days. Two weeks of no bread, pasta, rice, sweets (etc), and, wow, I'm loving it. Lost some weight and feel great...cravings for carbs are now at a minimum (for some reason, in the evening, I crave sweets now where I used to crave salty). Besides weight loss, my skin has improved (rosacea and breakouts), and I don't feel bloated anymore.

I always thought a carb-restricted diet would be very difficult, but I think counting calories would drive me crazy (and the research doesn't bode well for this method). After the first 3-4 days it became easier, and now it is not a lot of effort at all to avoid high carb food.

Anyway, it's protein and veggies (mainly salads) for me these days, and I hope to continue this way for awhile.

try some low glycemic fruits for that sweet tooth, which is very natural part of our genetic makeup

I simply love frozen wild blueberries, I swear they are better than ice cream!

[JoSchmooze]

try some low glycemic fruits for that sweet tooth, which is very natural part of our genetic makeup

I simply love frozen wild blueberries, I swear they are better than ice cream!

Strawberries, apples and oranges
are also low glycemic. They are the
only fruits I am allowed in the HcG diet....

:cigar2:

[Tawse]

Today I have a doctor's appointment. My goal was to have lost 18.5 pounds for the appointment (52 days after the previous one) - but I've actually lost 21.5 pounds so I actually beat my goal!

Still doing great... some weeks are definitely better than others. The past 2 weeks have seen a 6.4 pound drop which makes me feel much better about the previous piddling...

I'm noticing a good improvement on how long it takes my heart rate to return to normal after my work outs - and that's fantastic. I'm eating 5 times a day and posting pictures of my dinners on FB so my friends can see that I AM eating and eating well - and I've inspired a couple to start working on their eating as well.

mmhmm

[girl_dee]

Today I have a doctor's appointment. My goal was to have lost 18.5 pounds for the appointment (52 days after the previous one) - but I've actually lost 21.5 pounds so I actually beat my goal!

Still doing great... some weeks are definitely better than others. The past 2 weeks have seen a 6.4 pound drop which makes me feel much better about the previous piddling...

I'm noticing a good improvement on how long it takes my heart rate to return to normal after my work outs - and that's fantastic. I'm eating 5 times a day and posting pictures of my dinners on FB so my friends can see that I AM eating and eating well - and I've inspired a couple to start working on their eating as well.

mmhmm


Woooohooo!!!!!

i need to catch up but wanted to share that lately i have enjoyed smoothies...

I use frozen and fresh fruit, i love frozen bananas because they make the smoothie come out creamier and sweeter... i only use a half of one because sugar in fruit can add up quick..

Spinach leaves are flavorless in smoothies and give it a nice kick of vitamins..

Todays was

1/2 frozen Banana
frozen strawberries slices
5 fresh spinach leaves (right out of the garden!)
1/2 c 1% yogurt
a little water

chia seeds to top off with

Tastes like dessert!

[thedivahrrrself]

been juicing all week - I feel fabulous! I'm having one meal per day, replacing the other two with juices or smoothies. Not losing any weight right now, but my exercise has come to a standstill this week from just being busy, and it's that one week of the month where you fully expect not to lose anything anyway. But I'm not gaining either, and my body seems to be reshaping itself slowly.

I have a FABULOUS juice recipe for anyone who owns a juicer. It's delicious, and you can't taste the carrots. The perfect breakfast:

1 large (or two small) orange(s) -- Peel the oranges, though, because the juice from the peel is bitter!
5 strawberries -- pull the leaves off before you drop them in the juicer
1 lemon -- if you really like lemon, leave the peel on this one, zest is yummy. otherwise, peel it too.
2 carrots
1/2 inch of fresh ginger root -- a little goes a LONG way!

[LadyRain]

Last night we went to a birthday party for a friend. I was so stressed about CAKE !! I know cake is my downfall, I thought one small piece, I mean you HAVE to share cake or its bad luck right?? Imagine my delight when the cake was brought out, it was a fresh cream and peach culinary wonder! I am allergic to peachs.............yippieeeeeeeee no cake for me!! The diet Goddess steped in and saved me!

[Tawse]

Just ran across this article which seems to correlate to another article I was reading in Eating Well Magazine yesterday discussing the fact that calories in are not all created equal... It takes more energy to process unprocessed foods versus refined food. Which makes sense. Which means even though you only ate 1200 calories - if it was all unprocessed whole foods - you'll burn even more calories actually consuming that food versus eating the same 1200 calories consisting of refined foods.

All Calories Are Not Created Equal (http://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20120626/all-calories-not-created-equal-study-suggests)

[The JD]

Last night we went to a birthday party for a friend. I was so stressed about CAKE !! I know cake is my downfall, I thought one small piece, I mean you HAVE to share cake or its bad luck right??

I can't resist sharing this blogpost- mostly because it popped in my head when I read this, and I want it to be stuck in yours too. I'm evil like that.

http://hyperboleandahalf.blogspot.com/2010/10/god-of-cake.html

[LadyRain]

I can't resist sharing this blogpost- mostly because it popped in my head when I read this, and I want it to be stuck in yours too. I'm evil like that.

http://hyperboleandahalf.blogspot.com/2010/10/god-of-cake.html

that was hysterical!

[JoSchmooze]

Last night we went to a birthday party for a friend. I was so stressed about CAKE !! I know cake is my downfall, I thought one small piece, I mean you HAVE to share cake or its bad luck right?? Imagine my delight when the cake was brought out, it was a fresh cream and peach culinary wonder! I am allergic to peachs.............yippieeeeeeeee no cake for me!! The diet Goddess steped in and saved me!

Tell me about stressing out!
I went to a cookout yesterday....
Someone made fudge, someone brought pastry like stuffed
peppers.....I brought a 7 layer bean dip....and a cooler
with nothing but water!

When it was time for dessert, I just dove into the pool and
stayed there until it was time to leave!

:cigar2:

[Soft*Silver]

well I am joining you all in here. I have added 10 lbs in stress eating, which for someone who had stumach surgery, means i ate ALOT in order to gain these 10 lbs. Havoc wailed on my senses and dulled the affects until the stress was over and now I am dealing with the aftermath. Its DANGEROUS for me to eat like that. I only have 1/3 of my stumach left. So...time to modify and eat more healthy.

My daughter got married. Talk about a stressor. and it was complicated. So add more stressors. I ate and ate and ate and ate all the wrong things. Things i have been told NOT TO EVER EAT AGAIN.

so...I feel like i did when i quit drinking...prepared for the jonesing and scared of it. Its not the weight I am worried about. Its the lifestyle. I will kill myself if I keep doing this. And just because the wedding is over doesnt mean the complications are...and they will keep me eating like this...

but they wont. I need to stop.

I am not suppose to have carbonated drinks.

Nor sugars

Nor whites

I am going to fast for a day to get this stuff out of me and then work slowly into introducing foods back to me.

[Lady_Di]

well I am joining you all in here. I have added 10 lbs in stress eating, which for someone who had stumach surgery, means i ate ALOT in order to gain these 10 lbs. Havoc wailed on my senses and dulled the affects until the stress was over and now I am dealing with the aftermath. Its DANGEROUS for me to eat like that. I only have 1/3 of my stumach left. So...time to modify and eat more healthy.

My daughter got married. Talk about a stressor. and it was complicated. So add more stressors. I ate and ate and ate and ate all the wrong things. Things i have been told NOT TO EVER EAT AGAIN.

so...I feel like i did when i quit drinking...prepared for the jonesing and scared of it. Its not the weight I am worried about. Its the lifestyle. I will kill myself if I keep doing this. And just because the wedding is over doesnt mean the complications are...and they will keep me eating like this...

but they wont. I need to stop.

I am not suppose to have carbonated drinks.

Nor sugars

Nor whites

I am going to fast for a day to get this stuff out of me and then work slowly into introducing foods back to me.

:rose:

Yep, what you put in your body, probably can't be what most people put into their bellies. And that is seriously okay! Do what you need to do.

Keep it simple.

Food, the nutrition you require, protein first... then your veggies, etc. You know the drill.

Hydrate, Sleep and do not forget to get your body moving and breathing!

Food, water, sleep and exercise. We can simplify this to the elemental things we really do need. Each of those are critical aspects in this process. I have to keep reminding my own self, too.

Keep it simple, silly!

KISS~
d

I have those same parameters. It does get easier, what is often suggested to get back on track is this... just go back to what you had to eat right after your surgery. Just for a few days, the liquid protein was what they had me on. Diet aka sugar free instant breakfasts, as I recall. Which I could not drink, as I recall... as I had a wonderful reaction to any and all artificial sweetners.

It is all good, as I like to say, God was doing for me, what I could not and would not do for myself. I feel it was such a blessing to have that adverse effect from something that is essentially so dang toxic to the body. Personally I would prefer to always eat what is real, the way that mother nature makes it. The way the body was built, designed to agreee with. Artificial sweetners may be something most doctors and the ADA recommends. I just beg to disagree.

In fact there is a lot of evidence that diabetes has been going up exponentially due in fact in no small degree to these sweetners massive consumption. I am in complete and total disagreement about the use of and supposed benefits of these artificial sweetners. Many of those substances are like 1000 percent sweeter than the real thing, sugar and it alters parts of how our brains crave sweets. The Sweet tooth and the Fat tooth, are real phenomes, from our genetic pasts, it is positively a evolutionary reality. And why humans beings really really love their ice cream, in fact people do in fact scream for ice cream!

Again, sorry... I digress. A simple fast is a good way to get the crap out of your system. Or a juice fast, where you are purifying and cleansing your insides, does a body good. You end up feeling squeaky clean, inside and out.
Or better yet, just keep it simple. When you do go back to eating again, eat exactly what you know to be right for you. Yes, your friends and family may be eating a ton of other things, just say no thank you. Do this for you! Your health matters.

And you know this drill...

Protein first, it fills up the littler stomach... then veggies, then fruits after that... at first you might want to skip the fruits... they are too close to those sugars you are still having craving for. You mentioned the 'white' stuff... stay away from all the grain products if you can, even for just a month and see how you feel. The carbs, even the complex carbs... they really do a number on a littler stomach. Much less the fact that the simple 'white' carbs are converted by the body into simple sugar. Hard on your liver, big time.

Most folks may not be aware of what a fatty liver looks like. I know it surprised my fellow here, the word cirrhosis is not a good word to hear, not ever. But to think that what we are doing to our livers is a bit much. Alcohol is not the only thing that scars up a liver. Obesity does it as well. I know I need my liver, would die without it. That goes for all of us, the livers job is a super important one. One none of us can live without.

I was also grateful that I became lactose intolerant after my surgery. Since milk has so much naturally occurring sugars, well... the body has a hard time seeing the difference really. Sugar is sugar. I know I have shared this before... but I visual the shards of glass inside my arteries and veins. Brings the reality smack dab in the middle of my consciousness.

:fastdraq:

You can do anything you put your mind to!

[Soft*Silver]

thanks for the welcome, Lady DI, and the good advice! Kick started it today and did very good....not perfect, but very good. Tomorrow, another day!

[Lady_Di]

thanks for the welcome, Lady DI, and the good advice! Kick started it today and did very good....not perfect, but very good. Tomorrow, another day!

Each day is a new beginning.

:)

one day, one hour, one second at a time

we can start anew

I love new beginnings!

[Cody70]

Stepping in to say hello! :newbie:

I have made a lot of changes over the past year to both become healthier and to lose weight. Beginning my journey, I lost 80 pounds but then gained 40 back. I have lost 20 of that 40 and am still working on the final 20. I am in no rush and am taking it nice and slow...I've done the fast weight loss and it never lasts. I changed up my diet completely and am currently eating a vegetarian diet (that most days is completely vegan). I move my body in many ways and attempt to get at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. I've currently hit a plateau but I just keep on doing the things that I need to do. Eventually it will budge and more will come off. Here to support everyone else in their journey.

[Soft*Silver]

I am making healthier choices as I eat. I do indulge in a left over wedding cookie after dinner, as a treat. I am swollen in my upper area by my rib cage. All stress. Between my daughter's wedding and opening the store, life has been very stressful.

Tomorrow is the 4th. No party. We had a wedding recently and our family is on burn out. It took everything out of us to get thru that wedding. Still licking our wounds. So no problem staying away from unhealthy foods.

I have alot of customers that come in, from weight loss groups and after bariatric surgery. We have started discussing starting a generic gathering for those who in groups or after surgery, at my store. Just for addtl support. While I sell plus size clothes and chant self esteem credos to everyone who enters, my biggest chant is Healthy Choices...for mind sets and ways to eat and live...

[JoSchmooze]

well I am joining you all in here. I have added 10 lbs in stress eating, which for someone who had stumach surgery, means i ate ALOT in order to gain these 10 lbs. Havoc wailed on my senses and dulled the affects until the stress was over and now I am dealing with the aftermath. Its DANGEROUS for me to eat like that. I only have 1/3 of my stumach left. So...time to modify and eat more healthy.

My daughter got married. Talk about a stressor. and it was complicated. So add more stressors. I ate and ate and ate and ate all the wrong things. Things i have been told NOT TO EVER EAT AGAIN.

so...I feel like i did when i quit drinking...prepared for the jonesing and scared of it. Its not the weight I am worried about. Its the lifestyle. I will kill myself if I keep doing this. And just because the wedding is over doesnt mean the complications are...and they will keep me eating like this...

but they wont. I need to stop.

I am not suppose to have carbonated drinks.

Nor sugars

Nor whites

I am going to fast for a day to get this stuff out of me and then work slowly into introducing foods back to me.

Welcome to the thread, dear friend.
All here are supportive with all kinds of tips
and tricks.....
I just learned a new one on Sunday.
I was watching Extreme Makeover - Weight Loss Edition
when one of the commercials came on and it was the trainer.
He was talking about drinking plenty of water.....
But, did you know that cold water leaves your stomach quicker than warm water? Nor did I.....
He said that if you wanted to rehydrate after exercise
to drink cold water but f you wanted to curb
cravings or to tide you over to the next meal,
to drink warm (unrefrigerated water).
I have taken it a step further and drink cold water with my meals
so that hopefully it washes all the calories out!

Good luck with your quest to ease your stress
and make good healthy decisions....We are
all rooting for y'all!!

:cigar2:

[Tawse]

I can't stand cold drinks - always on the cold side so drinking something with ice in it? Will leave me with goosebumps the entire time I drink it. Sooooo tap water is great for me - but good to know it helps more with the food cravings as well!

[Medusa]

Checking in after a long absence!


I wanted to check in and update you all on where I'm at in my process.

I had gained back 9 pounds of the 50 I had lost and had kinda felt myself slipping back into "I don't give a shit-ville" after all of my hard work. I was starting to ignore the gym, quit posting here, and eating tons of crap without a regard for what it would do to my body. Most of my "stuff" was centered around not managing my time effectively and feeling really stressed out with work and family stuff.
It was so much easier for me to ignore the call of my plan and do some of that famous "avoidance" that I have apparently become fond of in my adult years. Because, yanno, it's sometimes easier to avoid the process than actually do the work to get through it.

So here I am, back after 5 months to say I have recommitted myself to getting healthy. I am back in the gym regularly, I have completely revamped my eating plan, I am getting more sleep.

And I am happy to say that this morning when I got on the scales I was back down to 284, which was my lowest weight while on plan.

My goal is to be down to 279 by the end of July.

Don't get me wrong, it isn't about "The Numbers" but it definitely is a way for me to mark my progress.

I appreciate this thread!

[Medusa]

Forgot to add:

I have been and will be doing all of my blogging about my progress over at my blogsite:

http://www.tokenfatgirl.com

Please feel free to link to me and add me on Twitter!

[PearlsNLace]

I'm on a journey to reduce my Bmi by half. It was 50. Now my bmi is 45. It has helped a lot learning I was not cursed with fibromyalgia but was simply allergic to gluten. With better mobility I am kayaking !! and hiking. My current challenges are portion control and time management. Food is a sense security and entertainment and that also adds to the challenge. Glad this thread is here.

[JustJo]

Hi healthies :)

I haven't been posting much either...my apologies.

I'm plateaued again *sigh*....right after breaking the 200 lb. barrier my weight loss came to a screeching halt. My body is still changing though, and my clothes keep fitting looser and looser. My butt is smaller, my boobs are higher (TMI perhaps, but hey!), my arms are toned and I have less wobble in the triceps....I'm seeing some definition in my back and thighs and....oh what the hell...I'm rather happy that I'm getting cute little dimples over my butt. :cheesy:

So, I think what's going on here is increasing muscle, decreasing fat and toning things up....without any net change in weight.

That's okay....I can give it a little time.

Also, I've relaxed my eating somewhat. Not abandoning it....just relaxing a little. What I'm trying to learn is portion control and how to eat like a "normal" person....one that can have something sweet here and there or something fried occasionally....without it blowing my healthy eating plan.

My employer is piloting a new weight loss program and I may give it a try. The fun part was that I barely qualified to participate. The lowest acceptable BMI was 30, the "obese" barrier....and I'm down to 31. That's progress!

[LadyRain]

I think I invented something kinda cool (sic), I froze a yogurt, a chobai greek kind. When I took it out it was a bit too frozen, so I zapped it for 30 sec. It was very very good, and as hot as it has been, it was refreshing too. The frozen yogurt in the store has a lot of additives so it does not freeze solid. This way it is additive free and yummy as well as good for you too! When I was a kid we used to freeze oranges, just toss the whole orange in the freezer, take it out, cut up, and they were good too.

[justkim]

Good morning all!
Doctor finally decided to treat me for thyroid, been taking the meds for a week now and have noticed my energy level is increasing. I most certainly am not so fricken tired that is for sure.
He is also treating me for gout which is also a form of arthritis and the cause of my pain.
While I let my body adjust to these medications I have gone back to eating healthier. Lots of chicken and salads, with some red meat thrown in for good measure.
I will be making some of my turkey chili to freeze so I can just heat it up and go.
The next couple of weeks are going to be crazy busy. The week before I leave to go back east I will be in training with my job. We don't have enough staff to NOT have to work after 8 to 9 hours of training so my days are going to be LONG so healthy food choices are going to be important.
Good luck to everyone and keep up the great work!

[JoSchmooze]

Just came back from getting a B12 shot...
A total of 54 lbs have been lost....
46 left to go to the goal.....

I also start a new engagement where I will be
west of Chicago from Sunday until Thursday night.
I just also stopped at the gym and Al the Russian
gave me a hard time but I let him know that I had been
on the road and was going back.

The Residence Inn I am staying at is providing me a
full size kitchenette with full size fridge - I won't
have to make difficult food decisions!
I am starting to make lists of kitchen things I
CANNOT live without!

Hang in there all....keep on trucking!

:cigar2:

[Soft*Silver]

I went to the YMCA yesterday and before getting into the pool I weighed myself. I know this scale is pretty close to my Drs scale. And I discovered I had already dropped 5 lbs. I was so relieved! I havent done drastic changes, and I didnt make some changes I said I was going to, (I am still drinking diet coke. I cant give it up yet but have reduced it to one bottle or glass a day)but its working. I did give up whites. And sugars. Except for my one wedding cookie for dessert after dinner. Giving myself some leeway, I tend to stick to changes better.

As if i dont have enough on my plate with opening a store I have opted to help a friend train her new shetland pony to drive. I go out twice a week to work with the lil one and it is giving me exercise. That, ontop of the YM pool and all the movement at the store, i am getting stronger physically. The BIG thing I have noticed is I catch myself slumping, which I got into when I felt the weight of the world on my shoulder because of the wedding. Now when I catch myself slumping, I straighten up. I feel more solid inside, more support inside, and it shows in my body.

Someone said they dont have fibromyalgia but are allergic to glutten? Really?

Oh, a tooth is being pulled Monday. It cracked more yesterday and half of it literally fell out of my mouth. So I suspect that will help with some weight loss too. Not being able to chew is a great weight reducer...lol.

This heat sucks! I force myself to go out on the days i am scheduled, to work that pony. its 86 degrees at 10PM here. Seriously? I am not in Az!

[JoSchmooze]

I went to the YMCA yesterday and before getting into the pool I weighed myself. I know this scale is pretty close to my Drs scale. And I discovered I had already dropped 5 lbs. I was so relieved! I havent done drastic changes, and I didnt make some changes I said I was going to, (I am still drinking diet coke. I cant give it up yet but have reduced it to one bottle or glass a day)but its working. I did give up whites. And sugars. Except for my one wedding cookie for dessert after dinner. Giving myself some leeway, I tend to stick to changes better.

As if i dont have enough on my plate with opening a store I have opted to help a friend train her new shetland pony to drive. I go out twice a week to work with the lil one and it is giving me exercise. That, ontop of the YM pool and all the movement at the store, i am getting stronger physically. The BIG thing I have noticed is I catch myself slumping, which I got into when I felt the weight of the world on my shoulder because of the wedding. Now when I catch myself slumping, I straighten up. I feel more solid inside, more support inside, and it shows in my body.

Someone said they dont have fibromyalgia but are allergic to glutten? Really?

Oh, a tooth is being pulled Monday. It cracked more yesterday and half of it literally fell out of my mouth. So I suspect that will help with some weight loss too. Not being able to chew is a great weight reducer...lol.

This heat sucks! I force myself to go out on the days i am scheduled, to work that pony. its 86 degrees at 10PM here. Seriously? I am not in Az!

Ahhhhh but it is a DRY heat here in Arizona....
Except during monsoon season, which just started
at the end of June and runs until about the middle of August....
I am a bit worried about the humidity and heat in Chicago...
I leave in the morning, thinking about traveling in shorts which is
sometimes a crap shoot if they lose my luggage......

If you're slumping, try a cold bottle of water -
it helps to perk me right up!
(what is that...diet coke?? Haven't had one in 5 months!)

:cigar2:

[Soft*Silver]

ahh, Jo my friend, I drinks tons of cold and lukewarm water! I have replaced the diet coke I am not drinking, with water. I need the hydration. My store doesnt have ac and it gets at least 100 degrees by the window display, which is where my desk is. If I didnt drink water, I would be in serious trouble!

I am SO proud of you for the changes you made in your lifestyle! You are doing so great!

Dont you have some sweatshirts w hoods to send me? Hmmmm....??? I betcha they will be too large now but come fall and winter when i am out there working in the yard or with that pony, I wouldnt care what size they are...lol

Ahhhhh but it is a DRY heat here in Arizona....
Except during monsoon season, which just started
at the end of June and runs until about the middle of August....
I am a bit worried about the humidity and heat in Chicago...
I leave in the morning, thinking about traveling in shorts which is
sometimes a crap shoot if they lose my luggage......

If you're slumping, try a cold bottle of water -
it helps to perk me right up!
(what is that...diet coke?? Haven't had one in 5 months!)

:cigar2:

[PearlsNLace]

The BIG thing I have noticed is I catch myself slumping, which I got into when I felt the weight of the world on my shoulder because of the wedding. Now when I catch myself slumping, I straighten up. I feel more solid inside, more support inside, and it shows in my body.



Hi Miss_Tia, it doesnt sound like you have much sit time... but maybe when your at your computer, kick your chair to the curb and get an exercise ball.

I struggle with posture, because I have hidden my boobs since puberty.

Im working on it now, and sitting on the ball helps. To be better balanced, the body tends to straighten itself. I NOTICE my slouch on the ball, and correct it faster.

Its helping my abdominals a lot. JUST TO SIT! I got mine for 20 bucks at weight watchers, but I see used ones for 5 and 10 bucks on craigslist all the time.

[*Anya*]

Weight remaining stable. No further loss since last hospital discharge but no gain either.

Got my fasting lab results back today from blood drawn about 2-weeks ago and for the first time in over 15 years, my cholesterol is normal, actually better than normal-it dropped a staggering 100 points. Triglycerides, HDL and LDL also excellent.

I have been on Lipitor for 4-6 weeks but also feel cutting out high fat diet helped greatly, including remaining off of sweets- no pies, cakes, cookies or ice cream for almost a year now. A recent Graham cracker splurge has been the extent of my sweets.

Good to see so many new folks posting in here these days and so many "old-timers" continuing the good fight to health!

[SingularNYCFemme]

Hi, I'm really happy to find this thread. I have recently put on quite a bit of weight due to a medication I need to take. I believe I can do something about how much weight I put on, and possibly get to a healthier weight, through healthy eating; at the very least, I can stay healthy at whatever weight I might carry. (I confess that because the weight seemed to increase even while eating healthy in the early days, I have slacked terribly in even trying; I was so discouraged.) Anyway, I'm really glad this thread exists, and while I might lurk for a while, I hope to participate as well in time.

[Rockinonahigh]

I have been going to the gym for a fue days and can really tell it has helped me in feeling better,not to mention getting more energy.Unfortunatly my silver sneakers membership only uses monday,wendsday and friday for the days I can go.I am glad I have some work out equipment at home to use on the days I dont go to the fitness center,I figure I can use the machines they have to hit the places that need some extra work with the better machines.
Some of the stuff they have looks like torture wracks untill I figure ho to use them,yes I have ask some of the staff how to use the machines but I get the impression not every one is up on how things work.

[Thamca74]

I was just wondering what the habits of weighing are for everyone. I find that sometimes the scale is just my worst enemy. I can feel great weigh myself and if the number isn't good will set me up for binge eating. Or just a day of not liking myself.. what is your experience??

[Tawse]

I was just wondering what the habits of weighing are for everyone. I find that sometimes the scale is just my worst enemy. I can feel great weigh myself and if the number isn't good will set me up for binge eating. Or just a day of not liking myself.. what is your experience??

I love the scale to be honest. I measure myself multiple times a day and enjoy seeing the fluctuations as long as the weight in the morning is doing it's thang. I especially love it on the days when my weight is more in the morning than it is in the afternoon with a body full of fluids and food. Those are great days!

I do have several friends who just can't tolerate getting on the scale more than maybe once a week. Seeing the fluctuations due to sodium or other factors just throws them into a tailspin that is unnecessary and harmful to their weight loss endeavor - like you experience.

[girl_dee]

I was just wondering what the habits of weighing are for everyone. I find that sometimes the scale is just my worst enemy. I can feel great weigh myself and if the number isn't good will set me up for binge eating. Or just a day of not liking myself.. what is your experience??

i would weigh myself 100 times a day if i could, you have to know that so many things can make that number go up and down and that for ME the way to truly measure if i am doing well is based on how i feel and how my clothes feel on me. The numbers usually catch up. i like that if it's up it's a reminder to behave and that it can come on quicky...

But like Tawse i like watching it go up and down.

[JustJo]

I'm an every day weigher also....it helps keep me on track. I don't worry about a pound or two one way or another, but it makes me feel like I have an "early warning system" this way if I start to get too free and easy with my eating or skipping too much exercise.

[stonewalldog]

I just weigh in every morning. It works for me. I am still not at my goal weight which is prolly not realistic for middle aged. Bah.....

[Rockinonahigh]

I weigh about twice a week,if I weighed more than that it would drive me nuts cause the numbers arent falling fast enough.I know my body has changes as I work out and then am loseing inches from building mussels from loseing fat.

[JustJo]

Hi healthies :)

Well, I've taken the plunge and signed up for the pilot weight loss program at work. It's one we'll be out marketing later on, and we're piloting it with colleagues now.

It includes some pretty nifty trackers, weekly (!) coach calls for the first 3 months, and is a 2 year commitment.

Based on my current weight, activity level, etc. they want me to eat 1500 calories a day. :blink: I know this is a good level for me to lose at, and will nudge me off this plateau. It also means that it's time to get back on the weight loss wagon for me and stop being quite so lax with my eating patterns.

Wish me luck... :rrose:

[Cowboi]

Pre workout supplements in...
Headed to the gym in a bit.
Today is leg day......
Oh how I Love/Hate leg day!

[JoSchmooze]

Good for you, JustJo!
Go get 'em, Cowboi!

I just negotiated here with the hotel that
I can leave my food and kitchen utensils here over the
weekend when I fly back to Arizona and check on
the furbabies.

So far (just 4 days) I have been able to stay on the
diet and not be tempted to go astray.....
the fitness room in the hotel is not too terrible
and I have bonded with some of the hotel guests
who are staying here long term.....

I just keep on trucking day by day and hope to lose
what I need to lose......
Y'all keep on trucking!

Also, since I am being medically supervised,
I weigh in at home every morning and then once a month
when I am checked at the clinic.



:cigar2:

[SingularNYCFemme]

I just stepped on my scale. I weigh more than I ever have in my life. I am going to start walking more than I do and quicker than I do. I already walk quite a bit, as most New Yorkers do, but I need to deliberately add more steps and make them brisker. That's a start, anyway. Also, I need to really get serious about increasing vegetables and fruits, and decreasing take-out/delivery foods. I guess writing this here feels like a commitment to be healthier. As for the weight, well: I would like it to go down, but more important to me is that I be fit.
Oh, yeah: I need to quit smoking. That's the hardest thing in the world for me. I suspect that once I get serious about moving and walking more, it will be less difficult because I'll want and need my breathing to be better!:yeahthat:

[*Anya*]

I was just wondering what the habits of weighing are for everyone. I find that sometimes the scale is just my worst enemy. I can feel great weigh myself and if the number isn't good will set me up for binge eating. Or just a day of not liking myself.. what is your experience??

When I was working on losing, I weighed religiously, every single morning.

Once per day, sans clothing, before any food or coffee. The truth was there, right in my face. I have found that not weighing every morning contributes to denial for me.

I am sure the use of past tense is noted.

My medical issues are pretty much resolved now and I will be back at work today; so it is time to "get back on the horse" as the old saying goes and start weighing on a daily basis again.

:)

[ruffryder]

Pre workout supplements in...
Headed to the gym in a bit.
Today is leg day......
Oh how I Love/Hate leg day!


what supplements do you take regularly Cowboi? Anyone else take supplements or are dedicated to certain weight loss or workout pills, shakes or foods? Anyone that does this or has in the past, what is your experience and what works, doesn't?

What amount of proteins, carbs should be taken before and after a workout? Does anyone do a certain amount of grams per day and find that it is working for them? Does it depend if you will be doing cardio or lifting for the day?

Most importantly if one wants to lose weight first then gain muscle what is recommended as far as supplements, foods, workouts?

I know everyone is on a different level and different sizes and different things work and not everyone takes supplements or pills. I'm looking for what is a constant in one's life and seems to be working for you?

Thanks!

[NJFemmie]

Carbs, carbs, carbs <--- avoid them whenever possible, eat as little as you possibly can. NO sugar, NO pasta made from processed flour, NO white breads, etc etc

It's important to have carbs in your diet, but there should be a good balance between the intake amount of protein and carbs (in other words, if you intake 10 grams of protein, you should also be ingesting about the same amount, if not a bit less of carbs.)

I have found the most awesome tasting protein shake EVER:

http://shapeyourweigh.typepad.com/.a/6a0120a8ac2bf6970b015390d92883970b-320wi

GNC puts it out and it's amazing. I usually avoid these things because I am lactose intolerant (even if I attempt to drink lactaid or anything similar) - and these have not upset me at all. It has a decent amount of fiber in it and makes you feel full. It is loaded with protein and is low carb and sugar. Because I have weird eating habits, this is usually what I have for breakfast or in between meals.

Before working out in the mornings, I eat one of these:

http://pics.drugstore.com/prodimg/163997/300.jpg

Gives just the right amount of carbs to fuel a workout and because it is specially formulated, it won't whack out your blood sugar, which contributes to cravings. Excellent for diabetics. I also use these as night time snacks instead of eating crap snacks.

[thedivahrrrself]

Been holding steady at the same weight for a month now. Gotta get back on the wagon. 12 more pounds and I get to a BIG milestone, for me.

Back to juicing! As soon as I can get to the grocery store, that is.

[JoSchmooze]

OK, now I gotta ask...
I have seen the term "juicing" several times now....
Can someone 'splain it to me.....

:glasses:

[thedivahrrrself]

OK, now I gotta ask...
I have seen the term "juicing" several times now....
Can someone 'splain it to me.....

:glasses:

"Juicing is the process of extracting juice from plant tissues such as fruit or vegetables. There are many methods of juicing, from squeezing fruit by hand to widescale extraction via industrial equipment."

~Wikipedia

My favorite breakfast recipe:

2 oranges (peeled)
2 carrots
1 lemon (leave peel on if you love lemon like i do)
5 strawberries
1/2 inch of ginger
and throw in some spinach if ya want - doesn't change the taste


fun juicing vid:

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[JoSchmooze]

I think I'll pass on the juicing.....
I went to get my B12 shot this afternoon and weighed
in on a whim......
I lost three pounds last week EVEN with having been
on the road!
Also, I asked to look at the pictures they took of me
when I started the program.....

I now understand why people who haven't seen me in several
months seem to be so amazed. I was amazed at the changes.
*grinning*

Today, I am my own inspiration!!

Keep on trucking y'all ......look at where you started and where you
are now. Rejoice in your accomplishments...and then make tomorrow
a better day than today!

:cigar2:

[sylvie]

I now understand why people who haven't seen me in several
months seem to be so amazed. I was amazed at the changes.
*grinning*

Today, I am my own inspiration!!

:cigar2:

i had to see my own pictures of me when i first started as well before i could actually "see" the results.. Good for you Jo!! i told you the other day on fb you are an inspiration, i meant it! and love that you say you are your own inspiration!!

that rocks!!

[sylvie]

Hi Healthies..
It feels like it's been forever and a day since i've been in here.
Getting myself back on track.. Few things to say!

1 - i ran my first 5k on Wednesday night! i was SO proud of myself.. Wasn't an event, but a practice.. With the Running room.. Being amongst a running community was so wonderful.. Really, really beaming happy with my progress, dedication and growing knowledge.. Can't wait to do my first event now, feeling so ready! Doing a small event this coming Wednesday with a friend, again with the Running Room.. Just a 20 min event but knowing us, we'll take it further.

2 - Got weighed in on Thursday. Lost another 5 lbs and that brings me to 108 lbs lost now.. So happy to be back on track, it was certainly a very rough & bumpy ride for me for awhile.. But one thing is certain, i'm stronger than ever and very, very capable of picking my own self up, brushing myself off and trying again.. And i did that repetitively until i knew i was getting it right again...So now i weigh 207 lbs (started at 315) and went from a size 26 pants to now a size 16.. In fact, my scrub pants for work, i can fit into a size Large.. i was in a 3x & seriously can't remember the last time i was in a large.

3 - Started on my toning program very seriously.. my Boss at work will be helping me one on one, along with the circuits Candace helped me with, i should be toning my arms and tummy especially in no time..

4 - Lastly, and this one is big.. i am feeling so 'fit'.. not just physically, but also mentally, emotionally and spiritually.. Last week, i hit a rock bottom in my recovery, and i think it was necessary honestly to get me to where i am here today, right now.. my calm, peace and gentle self is something worth all the gratitude i have within me.. i have much to work through still, but the difference in how i feel, and how i am pushing myself forward and doing the work, feels like gold right now.

Been reading through everyone's progress.. i'm so proud of you all, and so, SO thankful to be journey'ing alongside each of you..
Much love to you all!

[JustJo]

Hi healthies :)

We had our usual 3 mile walk on the beach this morning, but switched it up with 2 short jogging sessions....I'm blaming Sylvie :cheesy:

It felt surprisingly easy....but I'm feeling it this evening. Definitely need to do it again. I'm under doctor's orders of "no running", but the exception to the rule (lucky for me) is that barefoot in sand is okay.

My "big news" is that I'm finally going to have to relent and buy some clothes. I can now take off all of my shorts and capris without undoing the buttons and zippers....and things are looking downright baggy. This will involve spending some time in the dressing room figuring out what size I wear these days!

[Leigh]

Hey everyone,

Well I figure its about time I get my butt in here, I need my friends to help to motivate me again. I went to the doctor's this morning and found that in 2-3 months I've gained back 15 lbs :blink: I went from 330 to 345; I'm not happy about it but I know what I have to do and that's not only get my ass back to the gym but also I asked my doctor if she could refer me to a dietician who specializes in helping people with diabetes. I need to start getting a grip on the food I eat and get back into working out, walking when its not work out day and also starting to eliminate sugar in my daily life.

I'll be coming in here more often, leaning on my friends here and looking for inspiration from others (including Jo, JustJo and Sylvie), plus I plan on logging back into Spark People so I can use their expertise ~ all in all I am determined to lose those stupid 15 lbs I gained plus more :)

[Soft*Silver]

I am back...I had my store's grand opening and my sub's surprise birthday party, all on the same day, so all the planning and work made my intentions so hard to fill. But i wasnt so bad. Seriously. I am actually quite proud of myself for not falling completely off track.

I am heading to the YM in a few minutes to get in the heated pull. I overdid the labor and stamina levels and now I need to find some relief.

i got a juicer and am going to start using it. I plan on doing one meal a day as juice, probably breakfast because I loath eating when i first get up but love to drink and this can replace my coffee intake. I am going to stop at the store on the way home from the pool and grab some veggies and fruits.

I dont weigh myself at all. Its not about my weight. Never want it to be. This is about my health. I am putting too much of the wrong things in my limited stumach and I am feeling the problem. (I also had a serious bulimia problem in my 20s and i am not going to start that up again. Weighing myself could bring up old triggers. And with the surgery I had, even the thought of self induced vomiting could kill me.)

I am back on my vitamins too...and Jo, you reminded me to ask about b12 shots again. I dont care if they are paid by insurance or not. I need my shot.

gosh i am tired and exhausted...see you all tomorrow...

[JoSchmooze]

Here I am at my new assignment and the
lovely ladies (snort) I am working with
do nothing but talk about food all morning
long........

I just had to put my earbuds in to concentrate
on working instead of all the dang
food they are talking about.....

:cigar2:

[girl_dee]

i don't know if i could do the juicing thing but i am loving my smoothies

i freeze some fruit and use some fresh too
adding spinach as Diva said, does not change the taste and its a great extra
0% yogurt
ice/cold water

after i blend it i add chia seeds

in this heat these are so refreshing!

[sylvie]

Gooood Morning!

Day off for me today as i have a running event tonight with the Running Room. Not a medal event, but we get a free Running Room hat. i'm happy about that & the chance to run with them..As far as i know my first official 5k that is a medal event is in October.. (may find something for September yet!).

i've been following my plan of eating faithfully! YAY!
Yesterday at work, i wore a pair of pants that actually fit, and a scrub top that was too big as they all are, lol.. But everyone kept stopping me and commenting on the weight i've lost and how on earth have i done it.. It's very noticeable when i wear clothes that fit, i just try really hard to keep my clothes i have functional so i don't have to put in too much money into wardrobes as i continue to lose.. i know it isn't flattering to the figure to swim in my clothes, lol.

i just might have to break down soon though, i travel to see Mtn in 3 weeks and He will bundle every clothing article i have right down to the saggy undergarments and burn them...And He'll love every minute of it.. LOL

ps - Jo, blame me all you want, you make me stinkin' proud! *smiles*

[Zimmeh]

Good Morning Everyone,

I am loving my little Chihuahua! She loves walking around the apartment complex and she walks fast :) I am still following the orthodontist's eating plan and I've found that I am not eating a lot of meat, chips or candy. I've found frozen yogurt from Publix to be good and filling.

Still no weight loss or weight gain, so I am happy!

Breakfast this morning was a two egg omelette with shredded cheese, black pepper, crushed red pepper and oregano.

Lunch will be tuna fish, shredded cheese, oregano, crushed red pepper, and black pepper.
Snacks will be: Spanish olives and chocolate.

Dinner will be open.


Zimmeh

[Tawse]

in the next day or so I should hit my first goal of 10% of my weight lost. Looking forward to being able to put it on the books officially :D

I absolutely love planning my meals out and seeing what kind of exotic food I can prepare for a fraction of the calories you'd get it for at a restaurant.

Tonight I have planned pork loin chops with a sage & rosemary rub sauteed (no oil in nonstick skillet) and then topped with a sauce made from blackberries, honey, and cranberry juice (combined and reduced)... as a side, mashed cauliflower with butter and bacon on top.

About 400 calories total...


My mouth is already watering.

[JoSchmooze]

Gooood Morning!

Day off for me today as i have a running event tonight with the Running Room. Not a medal event, but we get a free Running Room hat. i'm happy about that & the chance to run with them..As far as i know my first official 5k that is a medal event is in October.. (may find something for September yet!).

i've been following my plan of eating faithfully! YAY!
Yesterday at work, i wore a pair of pants that actually fit, and a scrub top that was too big as they all are, lol.. But everyone kept stopping me and commenting on the weight i've lost and how on earth have i done it.. It's very noticeable when i wear clothes that fit, i just try really hard to keep my clothes i have functional so i don't have to put in too much money into wardrobes as i continue to lose.. i know it isn't flattering to the figure to swim in my clothes, lol.

i just might have to break down soon though, i travel to see Mtn in 3 weeks and He will bundle every clothing article i have right down to the saggy undergarments and burn them...And He'll love every minute of it.. LOL

ps - Jo, blame me all you want, you make me stinkin' proud! *smiles*

First, are you talking to me or
JustJo? All I am doing is trucking' along
At full speed, doing my damnest to be healthy...
I need to be healthy to face the challenges
Coming my way in the next several months.

:cigar2:

[sylvie]

First, are you talking to me or
JustJo? All I am doing is trucking' along
At full speed, doing my damnest to be healthy...
I need to be healthy to face the challenges
Coming my way in the next several months.

:cigar2:



hehe, i do tend to forget to say which Jo i am speaking to!
JustJo commented that they ran on the beach and were blaming me in one of her posts..

However, i am proud of you too! (& everyone else on their journey)
We do some damn hard work each day, mentally, emotionally & physically..
And with each stumble we brush ourselves off, get back up and carry on.

That's something pretty incredible!

[Soft*Silver]

I have been sick for the past few days with a horrid stumach virus. I have not been able to eat. I must be careful now, as I eat over the next few days because I am hungry now and can tend to overeat.

thanks to the support I have been getting...it means alot!

[JustJo]

Okay, so this is just weird...

I have finally completely and totally broken the 200 barrier and am never above it anymore....which is great.

I'm doing the new pilot weight loss program for work, working out at Curves, building in more movement whether it's walking on the beach or whatever....and the weight has been slowly creeping down.

In fact, it's been slowing creeping down even when I indulge in things like homemade from scratch blueberry whole wheat pancakes with real butter (a little) and real maple syrup (a little), dinners out at awesome Italian restaurants eating chicken picatta with tons of delicious zucchini and fresh artichokes....all kinds of real food, even when it isn't "diet" food.

Yesterday, I had an insane craving for Doritos (one of my deadly holdovers of previous bad eating habits). I caved, got a bag, and ate some. Not a ton, not the whole bag.....just some.

I got on the scale this morning, and had regained a pound.

A pound.

For a few handfuls of Doritos.

It leaves me wondering what in the heck is in all that processed crap that is so tied in with my weight gain, when even decadent "real" foods don't mess with me.

Bizarre.

[Tawse]

my first thought was "aren't those salty?"

I can "gain" 3 pounds if I eat Chinese food for dinner until I flush the sodium out.

[Soon]

I think Tawse is right on the money--salt is the culprit.

If I drink too many diet cokes (sodium), I retain water.

Also, I gain about 1.5-2 pounds of water weight right before my period. It is not uncommon to gain up to five pounds during this time!

I just try to up my water intake and flush out the sodium.

Don't stress about it, Jo!

[thedivahrrrself]

I think Tawse is right on the money--salt is the culprit.

If I drink too many diet cokes (sodium), I retain water.

Also, I gain about 1.5-2 pounds of water weight right before my period. It is not uncommon to gain up to five pounds during this time!

I just try to up my water intake and flush out the sodium.

Don't stress about it, Jo!


Diet drinks also increase cravings for sweet things, research shows.

[Soon]

Diet drinks also increase cravings for sweet things, research shows.

Yeah, I think I read that too!

I'm pretty good about sweets, though.

I've been off sugar for weeks now (except for one scrummy dessert) including all the white stuff (bread, rice, potatoes) and have had hardly any cravings after the first week.

:)

[NJFemmie]

I got on the scale this morning, and had regained a pound.

A pound.

For a few handfuls of Doritos.

It leaves me wondering what in the heck is in all that processed crap that is so tied in with my weight gain, when even decadent "real" foods don't mess with me.

Bizarre.

Weight goes up, weight goes down, all throughout the day. I'm sure you already know this - but weighing yourself less frequently will keep your morale up during the process - this way you aren't paying attention to every little fluctuation and it will force you to concentrate on the end result.

Carbs are the enemy when it comes to losing weight - even just a little bit depending on how your body processes them, worse if combined with other carbs throughout the day. As long as you keep working out, you'll burn it off.

Taking a moderate amount of Lecithin while you are working out will help reduce cravings for sugar and carbs. It's also a fat burner.

[Soon]

Thanks for the Lecithin tip, NJ!

[NJFemmie]

Thanks for the Lecithin tip, NJ!

No problem! Many years ago I gained a lot of weight because of a medication I was taking - and being a carbo-holic, I was struggling to find something that would help me reduce those cravings. It took about a week or two before I noticed that I didn't want that chocolate bar, or those chips. Did me a world of good.

I recommend a moderate amount because lecithin is found in food you may be eating every day - egg yolk, soybeans, grains, wheat germ, fish, beans, peanuts. You never want to over do.

[Tawse]

Now when we say Carbs.. are we referring to starches only - or veggies as well?

If veggies as well - I have to disagree about them being the enemy - but as long as what you're doing works for you. :) Keep on trucking.

[morningstar55]

This is such a awsome idea....... am ordering. 1 .. maybe 2 ..ha.
http://www.ezweightplate.com/

[NJFemmie]

Now when we say Carbs.. are we referring to starches only - or veggies as well?

If veggies as well - I have to disagree about them being the enemy - but as long as what you're doing works for you. :) Keep on trucking.

Veggie carbs are different than processed carbs. I was referring to things such as doritos, potato chips, etc... The only veggie I find being the enemy is okra - and oh yeah, brussel sprouts. Veggie carbs are processed differently in the body and don't have the same effect as the other carbs. BUT, they are carbs and there should be a daily intake of them as well.

If you're going to eat carbs, stay away from the whites - white bread, white rice, pasta ... yadda yadda. All that goes right to the stomach.

When I lost all that weight I put on many years ago, it was because I limited my bad carb intake. I also made sure that if I did eat bad carbs, I worked out and worked it off.

[Soft*Silver]

Ms MorningStar! Hello! Havent seen you for awhile!

I love these dishes! I sent an inquiry about selling these in my store. I have ALOT of customers following healthy diets, and these would be such a good sell! A local bariatric support group hands out my cards, and when people hit levels, they get a discount card to my store! I cant tell you how many people came in to show me how much weight they lost, by bringing photos in! I am so proud of all of them!

Some people say this is in conflict with my store. Why? Plus size women can have a good image of themselves AND want to live a better healthier life regarding food choices. We are not stuck over weight. We are stuck by hatred and fear and shame. Remove that, and its a choice, to be where we are, who we are, OR to make daily decisions to move to where we want to be.

This is such a awsome idea....... am ordering. 1 .. maybe 2 ..ha.
http://www.ezweightplate.com/

[morningstar55]

I have been sick for the past few days with a horrid stumach virus. I have not been able to eat. I must be careful now, as I eat over the next few days because I am hungry now and can tend to overeat.

thanks to the support I have been getting...it means alot!

when i have a yucky tumy problem ... which thank god .. its rare i do... when i get hungry , i tend to drink ginger ale, with real ginger in it and some good freshly made won ton soup. :) and maybe crackers.... it works for me. :)

[JoSchmooze]

OMG.......
Al the Russian trainer was brutal yesterday!
I have been on the road for the past several weeks
but wanted him to know that I had been taking
advantage of their "fitness" facilities......
Jaysus! He gave me some new exercises for my
hamstrings that I thought were physically impossible
(at least for me).....I woke this morning curled up in a
fetal position so as not to stretch those above mentioned
hamstrings......

Keep on trucking' y'all!

:cigar2:

[Cowboi]

OMG.......
Al the Russian trainer was brutal yesterday!
I have been on the road for the past several weeks
but wanted him to know that I had been taking
advantage of their "fitness" facilities......
Jaysus! He gave me some new exercises for my
hamstrings that I thought were physically impossible
(at least for me).....I woke this morning curled up in a
fetal position so as not to stretch those above mentioned
hamstrings......

Keep on trucking' y'all!

:cigar2:



I hear ya Unka Jo!!! I was off for a week, and my crossfit thursday about killed me. This morning was weights, so it was much better. Hooooorah!!!!

[Rockinonahigh]

Well folks its been six days ince I got my back injected so im ging to give a good work out a go later today,I have less pain than I have had in years but now and then get some pain in an odd place.I was told bythe doc that did the injection there would be so residual things pop up but would go away...I hope she is right.

[Tawse]

Veggie carbs are different than processed carbs. I was referring to things such as doritos, potato chips, etc... The only veggie I find being the enemy is okra - and oh yeah, brussel sprouts. Veggie carbs are processed differently in the body and don't have the same effect as the other carbs. BUT, they are carbs and there should be a daily intake of them as well.

If you're going to eat carbs, stay away from the whites - white bread, white rice, pasta ... yadda yadda. All that goes right to the stomach.

When I lost all that weight I put on many years ago, it was because I limited my bad carb intake. I also made sure that if I did eat bad carbs, I worked out and worked it off.

mmhmm when I lost 100 pounds I pretty much followed the same rules - which is why I was making sure when people were saying 'carbs are the enemy' they were referring to simple and not complex carbs. :)

Thanks for the verification!

[sylvie]

Good Morning Healthies!!

i've been so good and staying on track - happiness for that.
i do need to be better about getting in here, however.. i could use this daily motivation.. especially for exercise.

i am off work today & tomorrow, i find it hard when i work long hours & feel tired to motivate myself to move..

Contemplating early morning workouts before i go to work for 7am..If it's a long day, i feel my most energetic in the morning..i love the mornings! i get up early and am ready to go, go, go... But that would mean much earlier sleep times in the evening, but it would work out really well with time with Mr. Mtn once He is home from work too.. And i know He won't allow it unless i'm getting proper rest.

i think i've got this!

[rockstar lover]

In Feb of 2011 I suffered a gall-stone attack. Being an overweight female under stress (breakdown of a 4 year relationship) I was a prime target. The episode in the ER is another story in itself lol.

The doc said to reduce your chances of another attack...switch to a low-fat diet. DONE DEAL as I never wanted to go through that kind of pain again! Within days the pounds started to melt off. Then I started to excersize daily and my life started to change. When I started I was 250 lbs & I'm proud to say that I'm now 170!!

I feel so much better now and I'm not afraid to try new things. I don't shy away from physical activities anymore so there's nothing holding me back!

It wasn't easy believe you me! But it is possible. You have to be disciplined, focused and always believing in yourself. Believe that you're worthy of a healthy life.

[Leigh]

In Feb of 2011 I suffered a gall-stone attack. Being an overweight female under stress (breakdown of a 4 year relationship) I was a prime target. The episode in the ER is another story in itself lol.

The doc said to reduce your chances of another attack...switch to a low-fat diet. DONE DEAL as I never wanted to go through that kind of pain again! Within days the pounds started to melt off. Then I started to excersize daily and my life started to change. When I started I was 250 lbs & I'm proud to say that I'm now 170!!

I feel so much better now and I'm not afraid to try new things. I don't shy away from physical activities anymore so there's nothing holding me back!

It wasn't easy believe you me! But it is possible. You have to be disciplined, focused and always believing in yourself. Believe that you're worthy of a healthy life.

I'm really glad you posted this tonight rockstar, because I've had *two*, yes two, gallbladder surgeries and I remember all too well what those attacks were like ~ they were brutal, the pain for me lasted anywhere between 2 to 12 hours and it was definitely the worst pain that I have ever felt. What kinds of things did you do to start losing the weight ~ what kind of foods did you switch to? What kinds of things did you change, or substitute? Do you have any pointers for anyone else who might be going through the same thing or just wants to change their habits before this kind of thing begins?

I was out tonight with two friends of mine, one is overweight and the other is fairly skinny, and we were both having a discussion about losing weight and changing our diets etc. I have definitely slacked off with keeping up on my diet and exercise, and I know that I need to change now if I expect to make myself better. I plan on starting back to the gym this week; I've fallen off that wagon more then I care to admit but I know without a doubt that I *need* to get things going or I am going to pack the pounds back on (I've already gained back 15 lbs in a span of 2-3 months). All I know is that I have to change my ways, slowly but surely add things like water and more fruits/veggies and remove bad things (chips, chocolate, pop etc).

I know none of this will happen overnight, and nor should it, but its time to change and I know now that I need to do this in order for me to live a long and healthy life ~ no more being the fat girl, no more being invisible and no more ignoring myself :blush:

[rockstar lover]

I'm really glad you posted this tonight rockstar, because I've had *two*, yes two, gallbladder surgeries and I remember all too well what those attacks were like ~ they were brutal, the pain for me lasted anywhere between 2 to 12 hours and it was definitely the worst pain that I have ever felt. What kinds of things did you do to start losing the weight ~ what kind of foods did you switch to? What kinds of things did you change, or substitute? Do you have any pointers for anyone else who might be going through the same thing or just wants to change their habits before this kind of thing begins?

I was out tonight with two friends of mine, one is overweight and the other is fairly skinny, and we were both having a discussion about losing weight and changing our diets etc. I have definitely slacked off with keeping up on my diet and exercise, and I know that I need to change now if I expect to make myself better. I plan on starting back to the gym this week; I've fallen off that wagon more then I care to admit but I know without a doubt that I *need* to get things going or I am going to pack the pounds back on (I've already gained back 15 lbs in a span of 2-3 months). All I know is that I have to change my ways, slowly but surely add things like water and more fruits/veggies and remove bad things (chips, chocolate, pop etc).

I know none of this will happen overnight, and nor should it, but its time to change and I know now that I need to do this in order for me to live a long and healthy life ~ no more being the fat girl, no more being invisible and no more ignoring myself :blush:


As far as excersize....I was doing bootcamp about 4 nights a week. At least once a week I was doing hot yoga. Yoga does help to build strength & stamina. In the city I live in we have these huge staircases in the river valley (like at least 100 stairs long). I'd sprint the stairs several times. It really gets the heart going and it builds up so much strength in the quads (which also comes in handy in boudoir activities....just saying)!

I don't eat a whole lot of red meat. Chicken and turkey tend to be lower in fat. Almost anything you buy you can get a low-fat or non-fat option....skim milk, non-fat yoghurt, low-fat cheese, turkey bites (instead of pepperoni sticks), etc. Safeway is good as they have the "Eating Right" brand for a lot of entrees (chicken breast, low-fat burgers, turkey burgers, low-fat meatballs, etc). For desserts I buy the Skinny Cow brand ice-cream. I know they're expensive but it's low in fat & calories.

A typical day.....

Breakfast: non-fat yoghurt, fibre1 bar
Morning snack: apple or nectarine
Lunch: turkey pita, with lettuce & low-fat cheese
Afternoon snack: carrot sticks or snap peas
Dinner: skinless boneless chicken breast, steamed veggies
Evening snack: bowl of cereal with skim milk

I hope this helps Leigh :)

[Leigh]

As far as excersize....I was doing bootcamp about 4 nights a week. At least once a week I was doing hot yoga. Yoga does help to build strength & stamina. In the city I live in we have these huge staircases in the river valley (like at least 100 stairs long). I'd sprint the stairs several times. It really gets the heart going and it builds up so much strength in the quads (which also comes in handy in boudoir activities....just saying)!

I don't eat a whole lot of red meat. Chicken and turkey tend to be lower in fat. Almost anything you buy you can get a low-fat or non-fat option....skim milk, non-fat yoghurt, low-fat cheese, turkey bites (instead of pepperoni sticks), etc. Safeway is good as they have the "Eating Right" brand for a lot of entrees (chicken breast, low-fat burgers, turkey burgers, low-fat meatballs, etc). For desserts I buy the Skinny Cow brand ice-cream. I know they're expensive but it's low in fat & calories.

A typical day.....

Breakfast: non-fat yoghurt, fibre1 bar
Morning snack: apple or nectarine
Lunch: turkey pita, with lettuce & low-fat cheese
Afternoon snack: carrot sticks or snap peas
Dinner: skinless boneless chicken breast, steamed veggies
Evening snack: bowl of cereal with skim milk

I hope this helps Leigh :)

Hey you,

Actually yeah that helps quite alot; I can get a good idea of what you do and of the foods you eat as well. I really need to get back on the wagon so to speak; I fell off in the past 2-3 months and I really need to start making these changes so that I can get rid of this fat and finally get healthy. I may pick your brain sometimes if I need to lol but I need to talk more to people in this thread (you and others) to get myself going :)

[Soon]

I'm on Day Six of Jillian Michaels' 30 Day Shred--wow, that is a great workout in a total of about 25 minutes. There are three levels and I am only on the first one but she kicks your arse! Maybe this week I'll venture into Level Two... :blink:

With this, I've been eating a low carb diet (think a combination of Primal Blueprint and Atkins). I hate eating low fat but actually don't mind (hard in the beginning, though!) abstaining from rice, bread, potatoes, sweets. When I do NEED a sweet, I grab a sugar free popsicle, pudding or a single piece of dark chocolate.

Anyway, I've been losing about 1 to 1.5 pounds a week (about seven pounds so far) since beginning this and FEEL better.

Best Wishes to All on their Journeys Toward Healthier Lives!

[Lady_Di]

Anyone see the NutriBullet infomercial?

Considering I really miss having access to a juicer, this sounds even better to me, since it includes all the fiber goodness that is in my lovely veggies/fruits. The organic spinach, green apple, pineapple, banana, with some flax seed and raw almonds sounds damned good. And I really miss carrot juice, lovely stuff.

So I may try it out, see how I like it. Love getting rid of my blender in favor of something smaller. Less is more in my household these days of simplification and minimalism realized., slowly but surely. I really like that this one machine can replace two other machines. Blender and juicer... in one smaller, but more powerful package. Sounds good to me.

Also makes fresh nut butters, which would be lovely too.

Still primal here, though far from perfect. What is perfect these days, no? I am worried that food costs across the board are going to be going up, due to the severe drought hitting so many crops. Not sure how that would affect the grass fed livestock, if they are out there on the range eating, versus in some yard eating stuff that nature never intended for them to eat. Sort of like us, eh? lol

Hope everyone is being inspired by the Olympics. I know I sure am!

[JustJo]

Hey healthies :)

I had a little slip up...not enough to make me gain, but still too much on the ice cream and hamburgers and other such stuff.

I'm back on track with my salads and healthier choices....

Today was:
Banana and water before my workout
Oatmeal with blueberries, black coffee after workout
Mid-morning glass of almond milk with my medicine
Giant salad for lunch (organic baby greens, carrot, celery, tomato, avocado and homemade olive oil and apple cider vinegar dressing)
Mid-afternoon snack - handful of fritos....that time of the month and I'm craving salt and fat
Dinner was spaghetti and meatballs (baked meatballs, whole grain pasta) with steamed fresh green beans

Only bad news is that I'm having one of my "craving diet soda" episodes that tends to go with the salt/fat/sweet cravings of this time of the month.

The good news? I'm down to 196, absolutely in a size 16, and dropping again. :)

[JustJo]

Wooooo Hooooooo! :cheer:

So, some of you healthies that have been in the thread a little longer may remember my nemisis....The Mobia (basically a treadclimber). I bought it about a year ago with the goal of myself and my (then) partner getting more of the exercise we both needed.

Basically, it rarely got used and gathered dust.

I tried several times but found that 5 minutes on that puppy just kicked my butt....and it started to feel like this impossible thing that I just couldn't do.

Well....fast forward through 6 months of going to Curves 3 times a week and losing about 30 pounds. Today, for the first time this year.....I got on it.

I took my Kindle, since reading is more distracting to me than TV is (and no more TV in the bedroom anyway)....and.....

*drum roll*

I just did 15 minutes without a pause.

OMG....I am freaked out....thrilled with myself....and also dripping sweat all over!

Heading for the shower....and soooooooo excited to know what better shape I'm in than I was a year ago.

New goal: 3 times a week on the Mobia....along with my 3 times a week at Curves.

Sweet!!!!!

[JoSchmooze]

I still ache from working out with
Al the crazy Russian trainer...
And that was on Saturday!

This traveling and trying to stay on the
"straight and narrow" (so to speak)
is getting to me......
The girls in this office bring in all kinds of junk food,
which they expect me to share in.....NOT on your (or my) life!!
The smaller waisted pants that I bought 3 weeks ago are now starting to sag......
I am wishing I had something other than broccoli &
a hamburger for lunch....

:cigar2:

[Lady_Di]

Wooooo Hooooooo! :cheer:

So, some of you healthies that have been in the thread a little longer may remember my nemisis....The Mobia (basically a treadclimber). I bought it about a year ago with the goal of myself and my (then) partner getting more of the exercise we both needed.

Basically, it rarely got used and gathered dust.

I tried several times but found that 5 minutes on that puppy just kicked my butt....and it started to feel like this impossible thing that I just couldn't do.

Well....fast forward through 6 months of going to Curves 3 times a week and losing about 30 pounds. Today, for the first time this year.....I got on it.

I took my Kindle, since reading is more distracting to me than TV is (and no more TV in the bedroom anyway)....and.....

*drum roll*

I just did 15 minutes without a pause.

OMG....I am freaked out....thrilled with myself....and also dripping sweat all over!

Heading for the shower....and soooooooo excited to know what better shape I'm in than I was a year ago.

New goal: 3 times a week on the Mobia....along with my 3 times a week at Curves.

Sweet!!!!!


Doing a HAPPY DANCE here !!!

so dang proud of you and definitely inspired

My dream machine, which I have not found yet here in my new locale is the NuStep. I am stopping myself from buying the thing, because it is so well made it is super heavy piece of equipment. But I look for rehab centers and gyms that have them, everywhere I find myself. And if not available I make myself a pest til someone invests in one of these awesome machines.

check out their website, it is fricken amazing

http://www.nustep.com/

on facebook too, simply amazing inspiring and phenomenal

no matter what your fitness level, from completely debilitated to elite athlete, it can push you to where you never thought you could go, seriously. Actually you are doing the pushing, not the other way around. ROM is increased, stamina, cardiac, strength... I can not say enough about this machine. And if and when I find my permanent home, I will then invest in this machine to have access to it thru out my day. I love it so much, I could not get enough of it when I had my knees replaced. Simply one amazing machine.

[Gentle Tiger]

I now have a ginormous bowl of fruit on the counter. And for my next trick, I shall eat all of the fruit in the ginormous bowl, though not all at once.

[Leigh]

Way to go JustJo! I bet you felt great afterwards, good for you :)

I started a new system yesterday ~ since I'm watching my sister for the summer and I have to be up by 7:30am every morning, I am getting into a routine of eating at certain intervals to get my body used to having good food in it at certain times and not just eating whatever I want anytime. I had a bowl of cereal and a fat free yogurt for breakfast, a banana for a mid morning snack, wasn't much hungry for lunch but I had a Fibre 1 bar, then had 3 corn on the cob for supper and ended the evening with an Activia yogurt for snack. I've also been drinking water and tea for the past 3 days, had one baby can of diet pepsi but for the most part I've stayed away from the soda. Today is the first day of August so I am going to start it off by going into the gym again; I admit going back after so long will be intimidating but I have to do this for my own good, plus I need to start getting out there and not just hole myself up in the house all the time ~ one step at a time right? :)

[Tawse]

Saw a quote the other day and to me.. it was deep.


"This time next year, you'll wish you started today."


Indeed... I want to look back and say "thank goodness I started a year ago" (plus a couple of months...)


I also have good news on the exercise front. When I started working out on my stationary bike back in the first of May I would do level 2 and hit a heart rate of 135 - 145. Monday - I was doing level 9 and had to really get going to hit an average of 137 for the heart rate.

Woot!

[girl_dee]

Hello healthies!

i feel so defeated, i get on a good roll then wham something happens, i've been on megadoses of prednisone for about a month now. Think cravings and hungry most of the time, and not in a good way.

Anyway i am being weaned off of them now, down to 10mg a day from 50mg which is a HUGE difference...

So back on track i go.

[LadyRain]

whooohooooo I am now between a size 10 and a 12 !!!! Twelve a little big, but 10 a little too small ! :hangloose:

[starryeyes]

I'm 8lbs down this month. Still chugging along!

I have been on track this week! I haven't been eating all of my points. Some nights I have like 10-13 left (I only have 32). I know that's bad. I am taking topamax for migraines and it has totally suppressed my appetite. I am trying to eat more of my points so it doesnt bite me in the ass later.

I didn't gain any weight on my cruise, yay!

Working on getting more active and running more! It's so dang hot here!!

Here's to health!

:-)

[Rockinonahigh]

Today I went to the back doctor for a follow up on my back injection,he said I was doing great and to keep on doing what im doing.But..his scale said I weigh 264,double to the hell no I dont.I weighed this morning on my scale it was set right cause I used a 5 pound weight to test it,I weighed 250,besides I was wearing pants I cant get into weighing 264.He even admited to it being a fue pounds off.

[sylvie]

Long day - i'm exhausted.
Between the long work hours, the running around and errands preparing for my trip to Mtn, & of course the insane temperatures today, it was such a hot one.

i wanted to come in quick and update (since i havent yet) on my Weigh in on Thursday. How excited was i to find out i lost another 6 lbs. i now weigh in at 201 lbs (started at 315 lbs) and have lost a total of 114 lbs forever.

This week i need to do measurements..
Also, i have ran my 2nd 5k practice run, and it was wonderful.. Really pushing myself, and SO enjoying the running.. It's really something i look forward to. i also started hills, that same night after running 5k.. i ran 2 hills in a row, pretty proud of myself.. In September i will be starting Martial Arts, quite excited about that..

i have SO much i want to share re: my eating, exercise, weight loss, etc.
But soooo need to get at my stuff & get my butt to bed, Daddy's orders.
i'll be back to catch up with you all & update some more!

[Zimmeh]

Congratulations on the weight loss!! I start a new shift at work on August. 13th and I'm going to like it :) No more ten hour days and I'll he working third shift so I can walk around this gorgeous hotel in peace :)

Zimmeh



Long day - i'm exhausted.
Between the long work hours, the running around and errands preparing for my trip to Mtn, & of course the insane temperatures today, it was such a hot one.

i wanted to come in quick and update (since i havent yet) on my Weigh in on Thursday. How excited was i to find out i lost another 6 lbs. i now weigh in at 201 lbs (started at 315 lbs) and have lost a total of 114 lbs forever.

This week i need to do measurements..
Also, i have ran my 2nd 5k practice run, and it was wonderful.. Really pushing myself, and SO enjoying the running.. It's really something i look forward to. i also started hills, that same night after running 5k.. i ran 2 hills in a row, pretty proud of myself.. In September i will be starting Martial Arts, quite excited about that..

i have SO much i want to share re: my eating, exercise, weight loss, etc.
But soooo need to get at my stuff & get my butt to bed, Daddy's orders.
i'll be back to catch up with you all & update some more!

[starryeyes]

Down -2.4 this week. Yay! I am so glad I'm back on WW and working the program. It really does work!

Here's to a good week!

Hugs

[sylvie]

Good morning healthies! ♥

Today is a long day of airports, and travelling!
Took JoSchmooze's advice and set myself up with safe snacks for the day, now that i know i can bring them through security! heh.. (thank you Jo!)

Today is Saint John to Toronto to LAX to Oregon.
:flying:
i know Toronto and LAX airports very well, so i have everything planned.
i'll be good for water, snacks and a great healthy lunch and dinner tonight ..

Then once i arrive in Oregon, Daddy has informed me i'll be entering Daddy Bootcamp. So being there with Him is a very safe place for me (in all ways!)...

SOOOOO excited, just finished breakfast.
Yogurt, some fruit and some granola.. SOOO not nervous about food choices at all today.. AND i will get lots of walking in, especially at LAX!! Once i arrive i plan to walk to some familiar places to pass the time and get some exercise..

Woohoo!
Have a fantabulous day all!

[Lady_Di]

Hello and Good Day to all the Healthies here! Or Good Night depending where you might be...

As I formulate a decent thesis statement I am going thru some of the basics of what goes into figuring out the mysteries of our bodies, our cravings, our legacies...

Leptin Reset Easy Start Guide
How to start the Leptin Reset and regain Leptin Sensitivity


Step One: Are You Leptin Resistant?

The Leptin Rx…FAQs

Overweight, large appetite and craving carbs are signs you’re Leptin Resistant.
If you are fit and in decent shape, then your reverse T3 will be elevated, also indicating you’re Leptin Resistant

Step Two: Follow a strict Paleolithic diet
For best results follow the diets outlined in The Paleo Solution: The Original Human Diet by Robb Wolf
or The Primal Blueprint by Mark Sisson

Step Three: Eat within 30 minutes of rising
Make sure breakfast is little to no carbs (less that 50 grams)
LOTS of protein (50-75 grams)
Overweight: limit carbs to 25 grams
Fit: less than 30 carbs
DO NOT count calories

Step Four: How to eat/use your fuel (most important)
NO SNACKING! Snacking destroys timing and circadian clocks that work in unison with Leptin
Most will notice a change in cravings within 4-6 weeks
Eat 3 meals a day initially (as your hunger and cravings fade you can adapt to 2 a day)

Other DOs and DON’Ts

Do not work out before or after breakfast (if you must work out do it after 5pm) which is when I always had my advanced ballet classes, back to back... and guess what, my body loved that timing!

Do allow 4-5 hours between dinner and bedtime

Trouble sleeping? Do 3-5 minutes of body weight exercises (i.e. pushups or squats)

Signs it’s working:

Change in your sweating pattern

Energy levels will rise

Hunger and cravings will become less and eventually disappear

When you awaken you will feel refreshed and well rested


Men: quicker weight loss

Women: Mood changes (calmer/sleepy), then sleep will improve. Clothes will fit differently and weight loss will occur if you continue the program



*Note: When all signs are present, I recommend exercise with heavy weights

Food Sources:

For breakfast: Pastured/organic eggs; grass fed meat, poultry and fish; protein shakes (less ideal)

Cooking oils when using carbs: (liberal amounts) butter, heavy cream, coconut oil, or palm oil.

Avoid nut or seed oils in initial stages.




http://jackkruse.com/easy-start-guide/

[Lady_Di]

http://jackkruse.com/easy-start-guide/

I have spoken about this doctor a lot over the years. And in honour of the Ancestral Health Symposium that is going on up in Boston AND the research paper I am writing, I thought a reminder of some of what I have gleaned along this road less traveled might help those of us interested in what our bodies are designed to do, genetically speaking, evolutionarily speaking, to what we have adapted to over the centuries.

We simply were not designed to sit so many hours in front of some screen, electronics flashing lights and throwing off our circadian rhythms, sleep deprived, sugar and grain fed... couple of hundred years ago, only the King and those around him got to eat sugar and white flour the way we do today. It takes a really long time to genetically change. My premise in my research is coming to some scientific evidence of what I know works, what makes my body run better, clears my mind and gives me energy... a clean feeling.

One would think that vegan diet would do that, which I have honestly tried. The carb cravings were incessant and down right debilitating for me anyways. Now to experiment with more subjects than just me!

[Lady_Di]

Hello healthies!

i feel so defeated, i get on a good roll then wham something happens, i've been on megadoses of prednisone for about a month now. Think cravings and hungry most of the time, and not in a good way.

Anyway i am being weaned off of them now, down to 10mg a day from 50mg which is a HUGE difference...

So back on track i go.


prednisone is some evil ass medication, though it also has huge benefits

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, and your family, as those around you get to enjoy some of those wonderful side effects

My patients would have some of the many side effects, especially in the dead of the night. Alas I did not realize just how awful those side effects were until I had to be on some of those powerful meds. My doctor gave me valium to ensure that the side effects would not be quite as severe. They still were quite life altering. I loved my job dearly and those dang meds led to a cascade of behavioural changes. I take complete resposibility for what I did at that time. Thru adversity and pain we can and do learn so much we never would have otherwise. Still sucked, big time.

sad but true

definitely have to be cruel to be kind somedays, no?

and it is also true that kindness can be the cruelest thing of all, what I like to call modley coddling sort of drivel that people with the bestest intentions ever. end up enabling and codifying the problem - only post pone the inevitable and making things much worse often times. Sort of like taking out a splinter, faster is better...

but I so digress ~

You will soon feel much much better and appreciate your body's wisdom. We are walking talking miracles, no doubt about it!

My heart goes out to you, hon. Take care, I know you always do. Eventually, I pray, we all do, no?

Glad you are back in the proverbial saddle! Back on track is a good thing.

[*Anya*]

I finally detoxed from the pack of stale graham crackers that I ate over a month ago!

I can't believe how long it took this time for the craving for sweets to go away. I knew I couldn't touch cookies/pies/cakes, etc. but I honestly thought Grammies would not be a trigger for me:

Wrong!

I walked by the sweets at Starbucks today and scoffed at them. A couple of weeks ago, my Pavlovian response would have been in full force.

In other news, I dropped 5 pounds in a week. Nothing like, oh never mind.

I shall keep going on my weight loss journey because I must. Looking for 10-15 more.

Hang in there fellow healthies:)

[*Anya*]

This thread has not been very busy lately!

It must be because everyone is so busy being healthy, right? Perhaps just dealing with real life!

I have lost 7-pounds. I am building up my endurance again. I really can't believe how deconditioned I got during my recovery from 2 major surgeries, plus other wonderful medical things!

I have been doing stairs again, 2-3 times a day, 4-5 floors and each flight has 24 steps. The first couple of times, I was so out of breath and my thighs were shaking (not in the having fun kind of way, if you catch my drift, ahem...) but it has gotten much easier.

I am sticking to 1200-1400 calories a day, which is what I have to do to lose.

Biggest thing: I have total control again and no cravings. When I go off the eating wagon, I forget that it is totally a mental thing, that control over eating.

When I have lost control in the past, I begin to feel like a failure and it spirals downward from there.

I just have to stay in this good headspace right now. I could so easily slip.

I hope everyone else is hanging in there:)

[JustJo]

Bravo Anya! It's good to see you back on track. :)

I'm making progress, slow and steady....and I'm good with that.

I'm at the monthly high point of weight (when will that end?????) due to hormones and water weight...and still weighed in this morning at 196. That's my high number these days, so a big improvement over my struggle to break the 200 mark.

Hope you're all having a great weekend so far! :rrose:

[sylvie]

In Oregon, and most definitely have entered Daddy Bootcamp, heh.
Disciplined meals and portions, running each morning, and weights and core every other day... Lots of time for recovery work as well...

But also enjoying many walks, so much to explore, and so much wonderful time with Him and the pup.. i'm home, and that's the best feeling in the world.. <3
i've been spending my time with Him helping at the restaurant, it's full force busy and loving the ability to live each day with Him.. Love the environment, the people, i fit..Ya know?

So, it really helps so much in the spectrum of being good to myself and detoxing (as Anya put it) from the life back in NB, and building a much stronger and healthier version of me.. i'm developing a healthy relationship with food again, which is the most important part..

At the restaurant, the prep cook yesterday was making a very yummy treat which smelled delicious, and not once did i walk by there craving them or wanting them, which is a sign i'm getting back into a very healthy mindframe again..

Last weigh in was 114 lbs lost.
i won't weigh in again for awhile, and that's okay.. i'm not even obsessing it for a change which is a big thing for me, as you all know i obsess numbers, greatly.

Not today though..Something else to celebrate.
Just got home from my run, about to shower, eat breakfast and run down to help out at the restaurant for the day. *smiles*

Have a happy, happy day healthies!

[starryeyes]

I have been on track again all week! I had negative 10 points again last night, ugh, oh well. Going to a street fair today and looking forward to making healthy choices. Weighing in tomorrow. On my period so not going to freak if I don't have a loss, I am carrying a lot of bloat!

Hugs to all the healthies!

Smiles!!

[canmarielan]

My wife helped me have a very powerful mental/emotional breakthrough regarding my faith. Faith in humanity, spiritual faith, and faith in myself. I believe this may help me as I continue to make healthy choices.

I'm on an 8 week challenge with my trainer. So far it's been going amazing. Major weight loss over the last 2 weeks. Daily gym trips for cardio and weight training every other day. Healthy Clean meals 6 times a day and NO EXCUSES

WHOOOOTTTTT

[*Anya*]

Such a hard weekend for me.

I could sit and eat myself into a coma if I let myself.

I could numb out all my feelings but that would only make me feel worse when the numbness wore off.

I lost half a pound instead.

[*Anya*]

Hi all!

Wondering how everyone is doing these days? Busy living RL I guess!

I lost 2 more pounds. 9 this month total.

My parents offered me ice cream and cake and I easily turned it down. I so clearly know that one bite is deadly and sets up the whole craving cycle.

Mentally, it is the one thing I can feel good about right now-control over my eating choices.

I hope everyone else is hanging in there! Let us know how you are doing!

(f)

[Zimmeh]

I weighed myself the other day and I came in at 168lbs..After working all night. I am liking the Body by Vi shakes and my fave one is the strawberry cheesecake flavor. I made it with half of a container of strawberry Greek yogurt and five frozen strawberries and 8oz of plain SoyMilk. It filled me up and gave me so much energy, that I was still awake at 4am instead of taking a nap at 2am to help me through the night. I had the shake around 8p.

Here is the calorie breakdown:

Strawberries - 5: 30 Calories
Milk - 8oz: 110 Calories
Protein Shake Mix - 2 scoops: 90 Calories
Strawberry Greek Yogurt - 3oz: 70 Calories

Total Calories: 300

I like the shakes since I started my new shift at work this past week and I am not a fan of eating really late at night.

Zimmeh

[starryeyes]

Weighed in and lost 1.9. Yay! It feels sooooo good to see the scale going down instead of going up again :-) I really need to get back into my exersice routine. I know when that happens, I will be losing 3-4 consistently. But, we keep hitting into the 100s and I can't run in that heat. I need to just drag my ass into the gym I pay every month for... Excuses, excuses. I will get there when I am ready. I am just glad I rocking it with my food choices and tracking.

:-)

[sylvie]

Hi Healthies!

A quick update to say i'm still on track and doing so well here in Oregon.
Of course i entered Daddy bootcamp, heh, but portions and everything have been so well managed and i really feel like i'm healthier than i have ever been.

We went shopping the other day, and i bought pants a size 14 and pretty, pretty dresses, which i wear alllll the time now & love them & skinny jeans, which Mr Mtn loves on me and makes me feel so good about myself. i started at size 26 which was tight for me and i'm sure i was comfortably a size 28 when i started this journey. i posted a picture on facebook of my journey of pants, which made me so emotional. Mtn lined the pants up on the bed over top of one another so i could see the difference and what i've done.. It's so hard to swallow the hard work i've done and see the changes in me, inner and outer.. Why is that?

Went shopping with the girl's here and spent 2 hours in Victoria Secret, can i say i LOVE that place? It's the first time shopping that i am not shopping for plus sizes, and that also made me emotional. The girls really helped me celebrate how far i've come...It was a great day!

Exciting stuff!
This week, We'll be burning my 2 pairs of biggest pants, and sending them off into the Universe..

[*Anya*]

Major hugs Sylvie! You make me teary:) so happy for you!

I am still doing well. Really pushing myself to build up my endurance again. I can't believe how deconditioned I got the 4 months I was ill.

Back to walking 30 minutes twice a day and 6 flights of stairs up and down.

I lost 10 pounds this month.

Hard won that's for sure.

At least I feel better physically.

[Leigh]

Hi Healthies!

A quick update to say i'm still on track and doing so well here in Oregon.
Of course i entered Daddy bootcamp, heh, but portions and everything have been so well managed and i really feel like i'm healthier than i have ever been.

We went shopping the other day, and i bought pants a size 14 and pretty, pretty dresses, which i wear alllll the time now & love them & skinny jeans, which Mr Mtn loves on me and makes me feel so good about myself. i started at size 26 which was tight for me and i'm sure i was comfortably a size 28 when i started this journey. i posted a picture on facebook of my journey of pants, which made me so emotional. Mtn lined the pants up on the bed over top of one another so i could see the difference and what i've done.. It's so hard to swallow the hard work i've done and see the changes in me, inner and outer.. Why is that?

Went shopping with the girl's here and spent 2 hours in Victoria Secret, can i say i LOVE that place? It's the first time shopping that i am not shopping for plus sizes, and that also made me emotional. The girls really helped me celebrate how far i've come...It was a great day!

Exciting stuff!
This week, We'll be burning my 2 pairs of biggest pants, and sending them off into the Universe..

Sylvie,

First of all I wanted you to know how much of an inspiration you are to me, and I'm sure to everyone else in this thread (and in your life as well). I've been watching your journey over the last couple of months and I have to say that I see you as someone that I can really learn alot from. I'm going through my own issue with weight; I was doing so well earlier this year, and when I fell off the wagon I really fell off. I made a promise to myself over the last three days that I am going to start making small changes AND get my ass back to the gym. Well I will be making my first trip back to the gym this afternoon in 3-4 months and mostly due to my anxiety I'm nervous as hell ~ but even with that said, I know that I can't worry about what other people think, my health is more important then that.

I plan on weighing myself before I start working out, so I know where I start at and how far I have to go. I read somewhere, not sure where, that even to lose 5% of your body weight will help to lessen the chance of getting certain diseases so I have a plan ~ I will weigh myself and will work on losing 5% of my body's weight at a time. Make them goals but realistic and attainable ones; make it so I'm not freaking out about having to lose a certain amount and just concentrate on little victories at a time. Next up will be to tackle the whole *drinkmorewater* thing as well as concentrating on changing what I eat.

One step at a time, but I think I'll get the hang of it yet :)

Major hugs Sylvie! You make me teary:) so happy for you!

I am still doing well. Really pushing myself to build up my endurance again. I can't believe how deconditioned I got the 4 months I was ill.

Back to walking 30 minutes twice a day and 6 flights of stairs up and down.

I lost 10 pounds this month.

Hard won that's for sure.

At least I feel better physically.

Good for you Anya; keep up the great work! :)

[starryeyes]

Lost .3 today. Better than nothing! Still losing! Yaya :-D

[Leigh]

Hey everyone,

Okay so here is my update from saturday!

I had my first workout in like 3-4 months and I can feel today very much that I lost alot of time when I was gone; I was intimidated and abit scared to go back in but once I got back into it then I was okay. I did the treadmill, weights and then ended with stationary bike ~ I'm thinking about taking a couple of classes too, one of them being Zumba and the other being a class called Body Pump which shapes, tones and strengthens the entire body. I look forward to starting to take some classes so that I'm not just bored with doing weights and such ~ one thing at a time right?

Glad to see people are doing well :)

[sylvie]

Hi Leigh,
It's definitely all very overwhelming - i found that when i first started trying to lose some weight and gain control of my eating, that i was miserable because i couldnt handle all of the changes at once.
For me, i had to try doing one thing at a time.. i tend to be a girl who needs small and very focused steps.. i do much inner processing as i walk this journey and so i really needed to get myself to a better understanding of everything. So i did that by taking small steps at a time..
So one week i focused on one thing only, such as drinking "x" number of glasses of water or getting 15 mins of exercise in.. ANYthing so i wouldnt get overwhelmed..
The second week, i would find something new to try, but would continue doing what i started with week one as well.. So i slowly merged in a step a week and it helped me adjust to change ..

Also, remember there will be many falls..It's always about getting back up and pushing yourself again. For me, it's been a series of many things to work on...weight, self-esteem, food addiction, getting active, dealing with emotional triggers because i am an emotional eater as well, etc... We all have different journeys, different triggers and it's important to get to know yourself and be extremely mindful of what works for you, what doesn't work for you and what triggers you.. You wont get it all right on day one.. In fact it's been since April 2011 and i still am getting to know myself on so many levels.. Be easy with yourself, gentle and practice much self love. And always, always celebrate every small success and accomplishment, you deserve it! And the accomplishments will always outweigh the falls... Remember that.. Don't get bent on the falls, take them as lessons and the ways to get to know yourself, your body and your needs.

It is a lot of hard work, and i really can relate on the difficulty of staying focused and on track. Thank you for thinking i am an inspiration.. i've a long way to go still..But i definitely owe this journey to all of you for sharing your own journeys, challenges and celebrations..i feel you are all an inspiration to ME.

Good luck! & i'm always here for advice, a hug or a smile!
All of you here have definitely been those things for me, & more!

[NJFemmie]

Hey everyone,

Okay so here is my update from saturday!

I had my first workout in like 3-4 months and I can feel today very much that I lost alot of time when I was gone; I was intimidated and abit scared to go back in but once I got back into it then I was okay. I did the treadmill, weights and then ended with stationary bike ~ I'm thinking about taking a couple of classes too, one of them being Zumba and the other being a class called Body Pump which shapes, tones and strengthens the entire body. I look forward to starting to take some classes so that I'm not just bored with doing weights and such ~ one thing at a time right?

Glad to see people are doing well :)

Wow... that's a lot to take on right away.
Maybe consider easing yourself into some cardio and weights and then after a bit of time, add another routine (then another, and another.... )

Taking on too much too soon might result in injury and then the feeling of "oh I can't do this to myself anymore" settles in.

[Leigh]

Hi Leigh,
It's definitely all very overwhelming - i found that when i first started trying to lose some weight and gain control of my eating, that i was miserable because i couldnt handle all of the changes at once.
For me, i had to try doing one thing at a time.. i tend to be a girl who needs small and very focused steps.. i do much inner processing as i walk this journey and so i really needed to get myself to a better understanding of everything. So i did that by taking small steps at a time..
So one week i focused on one thing only, such as drinking "x" number of glasses of water or getting 15 mins of exercise in.. ANYthing so i wouldnt get overwhelmed..
The second week, i would find something new to try, but would continue doing what i started with week one as well.. So i slowly merged in a step a week and it helped me adjust to change ..

Also, remember there will be many falls..It's always about getting back up and pushing yourself again. For me, it's been a series of many things to work on...weight, self-esteem, food addiction, getting active, dealing with emotional triggers because i am an emotional eater as well, etc... We all have different journeys, different triggers and it's important to get to know yourself and be extremely mindful of what works for you, what doesn't work for you and what triggers you.. You wont get it all right on day one.. In fact it's been since April 2011 and i still am getting to know myself on so many levels.. Be easy with yourself, gentle and practice much self love. And always, always celebrate every small success and accomplishment, you deserve it! And the accomplishments will always outweigh the falls... Remember that.. Don't get bent on the falls, take them as lessons and the ways to get to know yourself, your body and your needs.

It is a lot of hard work, and i really can relate on the difficulty of staying focused and on track. Thank you for thinking i am an inspiration.. i've a long way to go still..But i definitely owe this journey to all of you for sharing your own journeys, challenges and celebrations..i feel you are all an inspiration to ME.

Good luck! & i'm always here for advice, a hug or a smile!
All of you here have definitely been those things for me, & more!

Sylvie,

What can I say, other than just thank you for being you! Yeah the first day was overwhelming, the second day wasn't bad and now today will be the third day (I'm actually looking forward to going back). I'm looking into taking a class, maybe even two, at the Goodlife Fitness Centre that I belong to here in Winnipeg; either BodyPump, Zumba or one of the Yoga ones. I hopefully want to work myself upto BodyCombat or the RPM (cycling) classes soon but those are more long term goals to work towards in the future. My biggest thing right now is just to get back into the swing of things, concentrating on my circuits and maybe say the Zumba class and working on those for now.

I'm drinking more water and eating better; still trying to work on weening myself off of Pepsi ~ its slowly catching on but I know I'm gonna have a long way to go though its still progress. I'm learning more on SparkPeople (I use it as much as I can) and have been thinking of joining Weight Watchers because I think it would benefit me greatly. I even downloaded the app on my iPad called Zinio, which allows you to download your favorite magazines ~ they just happened to have the Weight Watchers one and I was able to get a 6 month subscription to it (which to me is SO cool). I'm just very excited about the future and where its going; my sister will be back in school next week so I will be able to get back into a better routine of working out earlier in the day instead of at night and being able to go for more frequent walks (especially during the day).

Everyone here is an inspiration to me, I only hope we can all continue our journeys doing as well as we are :)

[Leigh]

Wow... that's a lot to take on right away.
Maybe consider easing yourself into some cardio and weights and then after a bit of time, add another routine (then another, and another.... )

Taking on too much too soon might result in injury and then the feeling of "oh I can't do this to myself anymore" settles in.

Yeah I realized this the other day so I'm just going to stick to my regular routine, maybe add in one Zumba class for now since most of it is just dancing. I will slowly work my way towards something else in time; definitely thank you for pointing that out NJ :)

[ruffryder]

I've lost lbs.. for the life of me can't figure out where/why.. lol but I'll take it. I keep changing my diet and shocking my body.. hmmm. I Enjoy working out again, and believe it or not running in the FL humidity. :seeingstars:

[Nerdboi]

I freaking love working out, I've lost a ton of weight and kept it off. Swimming has been my addiction and has helped me shed off those pounds. I've done a bit of the Weight Watchers philosophy using portion control, eating more fruits and veggies and organic sustainable products, not processed shit. Getting more sleep and working out at least 30 minutes a day is key. Also I eat grapefruit about twice a day and it speeds up the metabolism hardcore burning off the food you just ate.

I love giving advice on weight loss and keeping in shape, it is my passion and my love. Good luck to everyone on living a healthy lifestyle and let me know if you need any advice.

[starryeyes]

I gained .3. I partied hardie over labor day, so I can't complain! Back on track!

[Nerdboi]

I gained .3. I partied hardie over labor day, so I can't complain! Back on track!


It's ok to splurge once in awhile .3 isn't bad. You will lose it in a flash. The more you worry about gaining or losing weight the more it will become an issue just make it a part of your life. Wow I sound like a motivational speaker lol.

[girl_dee]

Thanks for posting everyone! It sure helps!

[Leigh]

I've lost lbs.. for the life of me can't figure out where/why.. lol but I'll take it. I keep changing my diet and shocking my body.. hmmm. I Enjoy working out again, and believe it or not running in the FL humidity. :seeingstars:

I wish I could lose weight like that lol I'd love to having to worry about always gaining :blink:

I freaking love working out, I've lost a ton of weight and kept it off. Swimming has been my addiction and has helped me shed off those pounds. I've done a bit of the Weight Watchers philosophy using portion control, eating more fruits and veggies and organic sustainable products, not processed shit. Getting more sleep and working out at least 30 minutes a day is key. Also I eat grapefruit about twice a day and it speeds up the metabolism hardcore burning off the food you just ate.

I love giving advice on weight loss and keeping in shape, it is my passion and my love. Good luck to everyone on living a healthy lifestyle and let me know if you need any advice.

I need to learn to do some of these things; I'd like to look into Weight Watchers, possibly start going to meetings if I'm able to afford it. I have a book full of all sorts of foods and their WW points values which I think will help alot if I do get to join. I already buy the magazines and try to use as much from them as I can but sometimes I admit that I don't always stick to my guns. I've started working out again and so far in a week have lost about 5 pounds which I think is very good since I hadn't been to the gym in the previous 3 months. I'm working towards drinking more water and staying away from pop (which has always been my downfall) and am making it a point of just making smarter decisions with my nutrition as well other things :)

[starryeyes]

It's ok to splurge once in awhile .3 isn't bad. You will lose it in a flash. The more you worry about gaining or losing weight the more it will become an issue just make it a part of your life. Wow I sound like a motivational speaker lol.

Thanks!! :-D

[Nerdboi]

Thanks!! :-D

Oh and didn't you say you like dancing? Well that's a great weight loss activity :0. You and Justin should do the Tango or something...jk :).

[Leigh]

Got in a good workout today, weighed myself & apparently it says I've gained a couple pounds this week but I think its just me gaining muscle :)

Had a small personal victory last night - instead of having chips/cookies/chocolate etc for snack last night I had a bowl of baby carrots & a greek yogurt veggie dip yummyyyyyyy :)

SUCCESS!

Its small but gotta start somewhere :D

[Leigh]

Had my first workout for the week and it felt good; the scale says I've lost 2 lbs *YAY*

Its the small successes that mean the most, and for me that was a victory in itself :D

[LadyRain]

I am tired of thinking about food, calories and the scale. I have lost 23lbs. I worked ALL SUMMER for this. Can't say I want junk food or processed food, but I sure am sick of it. now what?

[SingularNYCFemme]

I am tired of thinking about food, calories and the scale. I have lost 23lbs. I worked ALL SUMMER for this. Can't say I want junk food or processed food, but I sure am sick of it. now what?

Enjoy where you're at, pat yourself on the back for a great accomplishment, and eat what you want since it isn't junk food or processed food. Then keep on keeping on! :blueheels:

[*Anya*]

Miss this thread and I miss Jo!

Walking lots more at my new job. Very tiring but helping to lose weight. Had a harder time eating healthfully at the job this week.

They served lunch the first 4 days and none of it was what I would ordinarily eat. I was having to do things like pick the chicken out of a chicken fettuccine! Yuck.

It will be good to get back to bringing my own lunch.

I have lost 13 pounds in the last 2 months.

There is a gym a few doors down from my building and they do have a discount for employees. I might look into joining as I can tell I will need some additional stamina for this job.

Hope everyone is doing well, even if you are not posting.

[Gemme]

I have a gym membership to a 24 hour place, but I just haven't had the energy to go....followed by a bunch of other excuses. However, I did start to eat better a couple of months ago and I've lost 10lbs just from that, which I personally think is fantastic.

While at the reunion, I put that to the side and gained about 4lbs but have shed 3 of those since I came back, so I'm still in the negative. Wee.

I do plan, now that I actually have another person working my store, that I will get

1. days off
2. more time on my days off to devote to my pursuits instead of frantic errand running

Great job, Anya!

[Leigh]

Good for you Gemme!

Now that I am going to be attending next year's Reunion, I have another in a long line of motivations for losing weight ~ the biggest being my health over and above everything else, but also to look smashing for next year :D

[chefhmboyrd]

G-spot and i got this great APP
it is My Fitness Pal,
it counts calories and gives you guidance to achieve your goals....
and it is fun.

[ruffryder]

Hello everybody!

I'm still losing weight. Went to the reunion, ate things I don't normally eat and lots of cake lol but I jumped on the scale this morning and still dropping. A friend of Z's gave her some shake mix to try and I'm the one that's been using it. It is visalus. I like the product and been making shakes with it for about 2 weeks, but not so sure I like the idea and buying into the product and marketing concept. I will use up all the mix I have and make a decison on it. For now, I'm using one shake for one of my meals either breakfast or lunch. Other than that I'm kinda watching what I eat but havent' really changed anything with what I eat, portions, or exercise. I want to finish this mix and research some other mixes with similar ingredients to see what works for me. I also grabbed some Slim fast bars for a quick snack or a breakfast and I enjoy those too. One is peanut butter and tastes like a butterfinger and the other is double fudge. It's good for if you're having a candy or chocolate bar craving as it's less calories and sugar.


Ingredients in a Visalus Mix

proteins processed to remove fat, lactose, carbohydrates and isoflavones to provide pure, concentrated protein. When mixed with milk or soy milk, it provides 20-22 grams of protein, the right mix to burn fat and build lean muscle, low sodium, contains a serving of whole milk, for bone healthy calcium, contains a full serving of fruit or vegetable fiber, without gas, contains digestive aids and enzymes, including prebiotic activity for maximum nutrition absorption. It is 90 calories with 10 fat calories. 75 mg of sodium. 125 mg of potassium. 7 g of carb. 5 g of dietary fiber. -1 g of sugar. 12 g protein. soy, whey protein. fibersol. aminogen. 23 other ingredients and vitamins and minerals.

With this shake mix I really enjoy frozen strawberries. I add about 5. the shake mix and 8 oz of nonfat milk and enjoy a smoothie, my fav flavor.

I've also tried frozen peaches and a banana with chocolate soy milk and ice cubes for variety.

Here are more recipes for smoothies whether you use Visalus or another shake mix or just want some ideas for a smoothie, etc.. http://join-body-by-vi.com/2011/04/100-body-by-vi-shake-recipes/

[ruffryder]

Good morning beautiful healthies!

So I read something about eggs. That raw vs cooked makes no difference in the protein your body is getting. Raw egg will contain salmonella though so it's better to cook it, although not so sure people actually get sick on a raw one. A large egg contains about 6 grams of protein. So it's good for you!

So do you like eggs, and how do you like them?

I made two this morning over easy but could only stomach one with my pork green chili. lol. just didn't want anymore! :|

I like mine over easy, scrambled sometimes if not runny or with veggies. I like to make like a scrambled patty for a breakfast sandwich and omelettes.

So, I've been thinking i want to start a page about nutrition, health, tips, recipes, motivation, support. If you are interested in joining that when I get it going send me a pm here and I'll get you into that. :)

Happy Friday and have a great weekend everybody!

[Kelt]

So do you like eggs, and how do you like them?


I love eggs! Very versatile and a good budget stretcher too.

I like them scrambled with salsa or veggies mixed in.
I like them boiled and sliced up into a salad for a little extra protein.
I like omelets as a quick and easy dinner, you can put pretty much anything in there.
I like them baked en mass with spices, veggies, and a little bit of cheese. This freezes well.
I like green eggs and ham! :cheesy: *okay, that might be another thread*

Something I like to do to get the flavor and texture I want and save a lot of calories is to just eliminate every other yolk. Reduces the saturated fat by 1/2 too.

Now I'm hungry.

:eating:

[Leigh]

Good morning beautiful healthies!

So I read something about eggs. That raw vs cooked makes no difference in the protein your body is getting. Raw egg will contain salmonella though so it's better to cook it, although not so sure people actually get sick on a raw one. A large egg contains about 6 grams of protein. So it's good for you!

So do you like eggs, and how do you like them?

I made two this morning over easy but could only stomach one with my pork green chili. lol. just didn't want anymore! :|

I like mine over easy, scrambled sometimes if not runny or with veggies. I like to make like a scrambled patty for a breakfast sandwich and omelettes.

So, I've been thinking i want to start a page about nutrition, health, tips, recipes, motivation, support. If you are interested in joining that when I get it going send me a pm here and I'll get you into that. :)

Happy Friday and have a great weekend everybody!

I love having my eggs scrambled w/ ketchup on it - pair that with toast & hashbrowns, and i'm a happy camper :)

I love eggs! Very versatile and a good budget stretcher too.

I like them scrambled with salsa or veggies mixed in.
I like them boiled and sliced up into a salad for a little extra protein.
I like omelets as a quick and easy dinner, you can put pretty much anything in there.
I like them baked en mass with spices, veggies, and a little bit of cheese. This freezes well.
I like green eggs and ham! :cheesy: *okay, that might be another thread*

Something I like to do to get the flavor and texture I want and save a lot of calories is to just eliminate every other yolk. Reduces the saturated fat by 1/2 too.

Now I'm hungry.

:eating:

If I wasn't eating hot dogs right now, I'd totally be wanting eggs right about now :hangloose:

[Gemme]

It depends on my mood.

I like scrambled eggs, damp. Not runny or too wet but not dry either. Damp.

I like omelets with veggies, especially onions, mushrooms and bell peppers.

I like them hard boiled too, as a snack or salad addition.

[JoSchmooze]

Eggs are good.....
I like eggs scrambled, omelets, fried or hard boiled...
And sometimes (like right now) I could go for a good poached egg

I am not so fond of just egg whites for omelets or scrambles...I like the yolk. When I fry my eggs I like the yolk runny to dip the toast in...

Back on a pretty strict 1200 calorie diet since returning from Reunion....still have a ways to go before hitting goals....but I keep on truckin' cuz I need to......

:cigar2: