Healthy Weight Loss

[Zimmeh]

Congratulations Medusa!

I love your quote and it is true!

Have a great day,

Zimmy

Originally Posted by Medusa

Weigh-in is tomorrow. Looks like I'll be breaking my plateau and weighing in at 293!

Just to give a little perspective, my weight loss has been SLOW. As in molasses rolling down a hill of sand in winter SLOW.

I started at 335 in April. It is now September which means it has taken 5 months to lose a little over 40 pounds. I think I'm right on target as far as how permanent weight loss is supposed to go. That is an average of about 2 pounds a week which is exactly what the "textbooks" say is supposed to happen for the pounds to stay gone forever.

It's hard sometimes to stay focused when the numbers move so slowly but looking back on the time that has lapsed since April, I acknowledge that I very readily could have been doing NOTHING as opposed to doing SOMETHING and my weight would have still been 335 today.
It has helped me to keep that in mind when I feel discouraged.

ONE. DAY. AT. A. TIME.
ONE. HOUR. AT. A. TIME.
ONE. MEAL. AT. A. TIME.
ONE. BITE. AT. A. TIME.

[Sachita]

Things have been strange lately. I'm struggling to find balance. Last week I was going to start my green juice fast and couldn't. This week I'll focus on eating fruits and veggies, all whole foods maybe sneak a piece of bread here and there. I'll see how I feel and then take the plunge. I wish my baby sister was here to do this with me. She needs to and I could really use the support. I can be strong for her but shamefully lack self discipline when it comes to sweets and rich foods. But I am now at 90% organic and 50% of my diet is raw.

[JustJo]

Originally Posted by Medusa

Weigh-in is tomorrow. Looks like I'll be breaking my plateau and weighing in at 293!

Just to give a little perspective, my weight loss has been SLOW. As in molasses rolling down a hill of sand in winter SLOW.

I started at 335 in April. It is now September which means it has taken 5 months to lose a little over 40 pounds. I think I'm right on target as far as how permanent weight loss is supposed to go. That is an average of about 2 pounds a week which is exactly what the "textbooks" say is supposed to happen for the pounds to stay gone forever.

It's hard sometimes to stay focused when the numbers move so slowly but looking back on the time that has lapsed since April, I acknowledge that I very readily could have been doing NOTHING as opposed to doing SOMETHING and my weight would have still been 335 today.
It has helped me to keep that in mind when I feel discouraged.

ONE. DAY. AT. A. TIME.
ONE. HOUR. AT. A. TIME.
ONE. MEAL. AT. A. TIME.
ONE. BITE. AT. A. TIME.

Originally Posted by Anya/Georgia

It is difficult to be one of the slow losers! Particularly when we read of our fellow planeteers (word?) losing so quickly.

I weigh each day to help keep myself honest, still losing ounces and not pounds. I try very hard to keep the healthy eating aspect in the forefront, as in: " No, you didn't lose again but you totally stuck with your eating plan, yeah! Good girl!"

No, it doesn't always work but I plod along anyway. I wish I was like you faster losers but I am not. It is the way it is.

Medusa, you have been doing so great! Those pounds are gone, gone, gone! We must focus on our successes, not what we perceive as our failures to keep us on our positive path.

Hugs,

Personally, I congratulate you both for sticking with it. It can be extra hard when the progress is slow, but the important thing is the positive changes you're making to improve your health...regardless of the numbers on the scale.

In my line of work we talk a lot about being "directionally correct." We don't always get where we're going, in the way we expected, on the schedule we wanted. The critical part is moving in the right direction...making progress...pursuing the goal and moving towards it.

We're all directionally correct...no matter the speed...and I think we all rock!

[Julie]

Originally Posted by JustJo

Personally, I congratulate you both for sticking with it. It can be extra hard when the progress is slow, but the important thing is the positive changes you're making to improve your health...regardless of the numbers on the scale.
We're all directionally correct...no matter the speed...and I think we all rock!

I relate completely to this. It has taken me since May to lose 10lbs. That's a little over 2lbs a month. BUT - I weigh 10lbs less and I imagine by Christmas, I will be 10lbs less and then maybe my 50th -- another 5lbs. I just have to remind myself. I could be 20lbs more than I weigh now, had I not lost this weight.

[Sachita]

Has anyone posted a playlist/list of songs for working out? If yes, can you direct me? If not maybe we can start a few list?

When I work out I need up tempo and its stuff I'd probably never listen to otherwise. Gloria Estefan, Cher, Donna Summers, Beyonnce

any good song list?

[Kelt]

Originally Posted by Sachita

But I am now at 90% organic and 50% of my diet is raw.

Since this probably puts you nutritionally ahead of about 80% of the American population, (especially on the micro-nutrients), I think you could be forgiven a few indulgences.

I am striving for a similar ratio myself as well as reorienting my protein sources. Although it seems impractical for many, I think the rewards will be worth it for me. Already seeing some interesting changes.

Keep us posted on how it goes.

[*Anya*]

Originally Posted by Sachita

Has anyone posted a playlist/list of songs for working out? If yes, can you direct me? If not maybe we can start a few list?

When I work out I need up tempo and its stuff I'd probably never listen to otherwise. Gloria Estefan, Cher, Donna Summers, Beyonnce

any good song list?

As far as I am concerned, Disco never died! My favorites for exercise always get me moving much faster and singing @ the same time:

Heaven must have sent you-Bonnie Pointer
I love the nightlife (Disco Round)-Alicia Bridges
Born to be alive-Patrick Hernandez
Disco Inferno-The Trammps
Got to give it up, Part I-Marvin Gaye
Love Rollercoaster-Ohio Players
The Boss-Diana Ross
Shake your groove thing-Peaches & Herb

Sorry if any "disallowed words" it just does that when I copy from the clipboard on my IPhone

[Zimmeh]

I love workout and power walk to Reggeaton. Especially PitBull and Kat DeLuna. I also have Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Rage Against the Machine, Rammstein, Black Eyed Peas, Metallica, Korn and Lacuna Coil. I love mixing up my music. I mainly listen to dance and Reggeaton when I am at the gym and a mix of rock and Reggeaton while power walking. Here some of the songs I work out to:

On The Floor by Jennifer Lopez featuring PitBull
Shut It Down by PitBull
I Wanna Go, Circus and Till The World Ends by Britney Spears
Paradise City, Welcome To The Jungle, Sweet Child of Mine, November Rain and Patience by Guns N' Roses
Down In It by Nine Inch Nails
Just Cannot Get Enough and The Time<Dirty Bit> by the Black Eyed Peas
Guerrila Radio by Rage Against the Machine
Lies of the Beautiful People by Sixx A.M.
Crazy Babies by Ozzy
Drop It Low, Whine Up and Run The Show<Spanish Version> by Kat DeLuna featuring Don Omar
Not Ready to Make Nice by the Dixie Chicks
Rain Over Me by PitBull featuring Marc Anthony

If you want a good beat to keep up with, try Drop It Low by Kat DeLuna..I find myself really picking up the pace to that beat!

Have a great day,

Zimmy

Originally Posted by Sachita

Has anyone posted a playlist/list of songs for working out? If yes, can you direct me? If not maybe we can start a few list?

When I work out I need up tempo and its stuff I'd probably never listen to otherwise. Gloria Estefan, Cher, Donna Summers, Beyonnce

any good song list?

[Zimmeh]

Have you tried the Vevo app for the iPhone? I love that app since you can find most of your favorite bands on there.

I have to add to your playlist:

Staying Alive by the Bee Gees

Have a great day,

Zimmy

Originally Posted by Anya/Georgia

As far as I am concerned, Disco never died! My favorites for exercise always get me moving much faster and singing @ the same time:

Heaven must have sent you-Bonnie Pointer
I love the nightlife (Disco Round)-Alicia Bridges
Born to be alive-Patrick Hernandez
Disco Inferno-The Trammps
Got to give it up, Part I-Marvin Gaye
Love Rollercoaster-Ohio Players
The Boss-Diana Ross
Shake your groove thing-Peaches & Herb

Sorry if any "disallowed words" it just does that when I copy from the clipboard on my IPhone

[Sachita]

Originally Posted by Kelt

Since this probably puts you nutritionally ahead of about 80% of the American population, (especially on the micro-nutrients), I think you could be forgiven a few indulgences.

I am striving for a similar ratio myself as well as reorienting my protein sources. Although it seems impractical for many, I think the rewards will be worth it for me. Already seeing some interesting changes.

Keep us posted on how it goes.

I sure will! I have definitely seen changes and admit I cheat all the time. I'm a real foodie- love fine foods. I can easily do without processed foods though.

[Sachita]

Originally Posted by Anya/Georgia

As far as I am concerned, Disco never died! My favorites for exercise always get me moving much faster and singing @ the same time:

Heaven must have sent you-Bonnie Pointer
I love the nightlife (Disco Round)-Alicia Bridges
Born to be alive-Patrick Hernandez
Disco Inferno-The Trammps
Got to give it up, Part I-Marvin Gaye
Love Rollercoaster-Ohio Players
The Boss-Diana Ross
Shake your groove thing-Peaches & Herb

Sorry if any "disallowed words" it just does that when I copy from the clipboard on my IPhone

Love disco

[Bella~Vita]

Today is my first day on NutriSystem, it was a gift which Iam grateful for because I couldn't of afforded it. Back in 2008 I was a size 11-12 looked great, felt great, had more energy. After my Mother passed in 2008 I went into a depression since then I have come to terms and accepted the things I cannot change. But gaining an extra 50 lbs is something I can change and I will try my damness to follow this wonderful gift I have received from my family member. What's interesting is learning what foods go with what and of course PORTION control. I'm a diabetic and I'm following their program. One of the tips is u choose either a dairy or protein with breakfast n lunch . Which means you don't do both. Now example: 2oz cereal sugar free, 8oz skim milk, is your breakfast so you add another dairy or protein , addition 4 oz skim milk oe 1oz of protein like low fat cottage or greek plain yogurt/tuna/2oz protein chicken breast... just wanted to share a few tips. Wish me luck ... I'm on my way to being my old self again ..... if anyone wants to know about what substitutes you can use PM me I will be glad to provide help for my fellow planeteers As I know money is a issue for alot of people.

[sweetfemme247]

Well today I didn't do the wii, but i have swept and mopped the entire house, I have done 3 loads of laundry and got two more to go...... got to clean the kitchen next and then I am packing the rest of my clothes that I am not going to be using..... as I leave for california in 7 days.............. im so EXCITED. finally freedom.

[Tommi]

> I have learned fruits and vegetables are good to eat, I can cook them , or eat them raw.

>I have made vegetarian chipolte chili, with all fresh Veggie's and corn-off-the cob and using Morningstar veggie sausage was quite tasty.

> I am having a hella time learning to cook wild rice, among other things..but it is too hard, or too mushy..Maybe I should buy a rice cooker.

>I am still staying out of the lane, that Drive Thru Lane

>I don't anything canned

>I am trying to stay away from processed foods, anything with a label.

>I am looking for a secret growth hormone to make me a foot taller. That would even it all out, Really..no really.

>I still swim and jacuzzi at about 5:30 AM every day , and have lost about 30 pounds, now if I could just be 6 feet tall.

I heard Depok Chapra say..."i don't anything that's dead" . It sounded gross enough to keep me away from McDonalds BigMac and KFC Chicken.

[*Anya*]

Too hot too cook.

Broke out the slow cooker and put in small chuck roast and later will add fresh carrots, red potatoes, celery. Just a tiny bit of salt & seasoned pepper. It is probably my first red meat in a year but had a craving and at least my craving is not for sweets anymore.

Probably will last 3-4 meals.

Happy Labor Day weekend

[Tommi]

Originally Posted by Anya/Georgia

Too hot too cook.

Broke out the slow cooker and put in small chuck roast and later will add fresh carrots, red potatoes, celery. Just a tiny bit of salt & seasoned pepper. It is probably my first red meat in a year but had a craving and at least my craving is not for sweets anymore.

Probably will last 3-4 meals.

Happy Labor Day weekend

Sounds darn good .....

I have a football slow cooker. Makes me want hot dogs n baked beans beans.

[Lizzy]

I went on a road trip yesterday with two of my friends.I was proud of myself because I did't eat anything bad yesterday!! I did have to sit and watch my skinny friend drink a chocolate and peanut butter milkshake before we even had our meal which was hard as I really love sweets.It is my major downfall.I can eat a healthy meal then the candy and ice cream start calling my name.LOUDLY!!!!!!

[Lizzy]

Originally Posted by Tommi

Sounds darn good .....

I have a football slow cooker. Makes me want hot dogs n baked beans beans.

I love Baked Beans and I love B&M Brown Bread with raisins!!! i grew up back east, when ever we had hot dogs and baked beans we had brown bread with it!!!!

[Medusa]

I just had an Amy's organic burrito for lunch and it was SO good. Had half of a fuji apple on the side and slamming a bunch of water.

Had a banana smoothie this morning and plan to do a veggie plate tonight with sweet potato fries, green beans, and steamed asparagus.

[Sachita]

Originally Posted by sweetfemme247

Well today I didn't do the wii, but i have swept and mopped the entire house, I have done 3 loads of laundry and got two more to go...... got to clean the kitchen next and then I am packing the rest of my clothes that I am not going to be using..... as I leave for california in 7 days.............. im so EXCITED. finally freedom.

hey house work burns lots of calories!